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Laurinburg Presbyterian Church Volume 33, Number 6 ~ May 30, 2013
The Messenger Senior Sunday is June 2. At 9:45 am, the Presbyterian Women will host our seniors and
their families for breakfast. At 11:00 am during morning worship, the Christian, Nurture and Education Committee will recognize them and present them with a gift from the church.
Congratulations to The Class of 2013
Katie McLaurin Marlboro Academy
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Wingate University
Scott Bruner Marlboro Academy
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East Carolina University
Munroe Buie Scotland High School
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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Our Senior High Youth Trip to Montreat is
July 14-20
Montreat Youth Sunday is August 4
Sunday Youth activities resume in
September.
Have a safe and wonderful summer.
David McLaurin The O’Neal School
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North Carolina State University
Ryan Williams The O’Neal School
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Ole Miss Oxford, Mississippi
Joe Sojka Scotland High School
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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Scott Poage Scotland High School
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University of North Carolina Pembroke’s Ester G. Maynor
Honors College
Sunday Worship
June 2—9th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year C Graduation Sunday for the Class of 2013 1 Kings 18:20-21, (22-29), 30-39; Psalm 96 Galatians 1:1-12; Luke 9:51-62 Sermon: Glory Days 466 O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing 383 My Faith Looks Up to Thee 525 Here I Am, Lord Music: Halle, Hallelujah (with congregation) May the Road Rise to Meet you Flowers given in memory of family members who were all educators and have now joined the church triumphant by Kathy Wright. June 9—10th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year C Psalm 146;1 Kings 17:8-24; Gal. 1:11-24; Luke 7:11-17 Sermon: How Can I Keep from Singing 483 Sing Praise to God, Who Reigns Above 264 When In Our Music God Is Glorified 472 O Sing to The Lord Music: The Summons (with congregation) Flowers given to the glory of God by Louise Wester June 16—11th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year C 1 Kings 21:1-14; Ps. 5:1-8; Gal. 2:15-21; Luke 7:36-8:3 Sermon: Does God Help Those Who Help Themselves? 161 As Morning Dawns 355 Hear the Good News of Salvation 280 Amazing Grace, How Sweet the Sound Music: Men sing “Holy, Holy, Holy” In lieu of flowers a contribution to the Pastor’s Discretionary Fund has by given by the family of Jerry Peele in his memory on his birthday. June 23—12th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year C 1 Kings 19:1-15a; Ps. 42; Gal. 3:23-29, Luke 8:26-39 Sermon: Evangelist, Go Home! 475 O That I Had a Thousand Voices 380 O Christ, the Healer 439 In Christ There Is No East or West Music: Women sing “As the Deer” Flowers given in memory of Ann Jenny Bushoven on the 102nd anniversary of her birth by the family. June 30—13th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year C 2 Kings 2:1-2, 6-14; Ps. 77:1-2, 11-20; Gal. 5:1, 13-25; Luke 9:51-55 Sermon: He Set His Face to Go to Jerusalem. 477 Ye Servants of God, Your Master Proclaim 393 Take Up Your Cross, The Savior Said 412 Eternal God Solo: Stuart Carmichael “I Walked Today” ****If you would like to place flowers in the church or contribute to the Pastor’s Discretionary Fund in lieu of flowers, please contact Lynn Mason July 7—14th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year C 2 Kings 5:1-14; Ps. 30; Gal. 6:1-16; Luke 10:1-11, 16-20 Sermon: Journey Together 482 Praise Ye The Lord, the Almighty 415 Come, Labor On 429 Lord, You Give the Great Commission Solo: Jaime Martinez Flowers given in memory of C.A. Purcell and Agnes Lynn Buchanan by the family
From the Pastor
For nine seasons, more or less, I have watched the television show, The Office. From the first episode, airing March 24, 2005, to the final episode, airing May 16, 2013, the series depicts the everyday lives of office employees in the Scranton, Pennsylvania branch of the fictional Dunder Mifflin Paper Company. All 201 episode were filmed as a mock documentary (a mocumentary) using a single-camera setup, without a studio audience or a laugh track to simulate life in an ordinary office. Among the virtues of the series finale of The Office was a memorable last line. Talking one last time to the “documentary crew,” and mulling their decision to spend years on this documentary about a paper company, Pam (one of the main characters) says, “There’s a lot of beauty in ordinary things. Isn’t that kind of the point?” The rhythm found in the liturgical seasons of the church reflect the rhythm of life — with its celebrations of anniversaries and its seasons of quiet growth and maturing. Ordinary Time (that is ordered or numbered time) is celebrated in two segments: from the Monday following the Baptism of Our Lord up to Ash Wednesday; and from Pentecost Monday to the First Sunday of Advent. Thus, Ordinary Time is the longest season of the Liturgical Year. With green as the color (the color of hope and growth), Ordinary Time has thirty-three or thirty-four Sundays (depending on the year) to meditate upon Christ–his life, miracles, healings, and teachings: all in the light of his Resurrection (the Easter season). In Ordinary Time, we grow and increase in faith as we journey the level ground that is terrain between the mountain tops of Easter and Christmas. Sunday by Sunday, we, the people of faith, mark our journey with Christ in the common ordinary of the day. As we enter the long season of Ordinary Time, continue to grow and mature in the faith. Christ shows up in the common and the ordinary. Hear the words again of a fictitious character from a fictitious paper company in Scranton, PA: Pam says, “There’s a lot of beauty in ordinary things. Isn’t that kind of the point?”
Join us for Summer Sabbath Sunday, June 23 - Tuesday, June 25 6-7:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall
Doug Hix will be teaching On Trying Not to be so Ornery . . . by One who Is. (Reflections on some implications of Ephesians)
Dinner will be provided by our Sunday school classes. Sunday: 3Ms Monday: Men’s Bible Class Tuesday: Fun Adults
SESSION REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO ST. ANDREWS AND ARRANGEMENT WITH WLNC
At their May 20th meeting, the Session of the Laurinburg Presbyterian Church voted unanimously to reaffirm our church’s commitment to St. Andrews University by agreeing to the request of President Paul Baldasare to share up to ten hours a week of Dr. Neal Carter’s time to serve as University Chaplain for the 2013-2014 academic year. President Baldasare remarked how this relationship has been very meaningful to the St. Andrews community.
During the discussion of the request, several members of the Session spoke of the unique relationship that has existed between St. Andrews and our church for over 50 years and the importance of nurturing that relationship. It was noted that this time spent at St. Andrews also fulfills Dr. Carter’s responsibility to be involved in the work of the Presbytery of Coastal Carolina. Lastly, we discussed that now that we are a single pastor congregation, it is incumbent upon the leaders of the church and the membership to “step up” and make certain that the vital work of our church continues as always.
Also at the May 20th meeting, the Session unanimously voted to continue the arrangement with WLNC to broadcast our 11:00 AM Sunday morning worship service. It was stated that this is important to our members who are shut ins as well as those who are unable to attend on any given Sunday. It was also noted that Dr. Carter’s participation in the morning show on Tuesday and Thursday is from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM. This is the note received from Gary Gallman: Since from time to time I am questioned about the arrangement between WLNC and Laurinburg Presbyterian, I thought I’d reiterate how I view it. When Fred owned the station I think he considered it his tithe to provide the time for your Sunday morning service broadcast. I decided to continue the practice in exchange for the time you give to the station as a contributor to The Morning Show at least twice per week. You help fulfill my vision for the show and I consider it a great service to the station and to the community. I’m looking forward to continuing our relationship. Gary Gallman
Summer Fellowship & Fun
Lemonade on the Lawn begins Sunday, June 2. Following worship, the Fellowship Committee invites you to join the congregation on the front lawn under the shade tree for lemonade on the lawn through the end of August. If you would be willing to host a Sunday, please contact Clara Butler or Jane McLaurin.
Summer Pool Parties at Scotch Meadows Join us for dinner, swimming and conversation around the pool. Hotdogs are planned for June and August and pizza in July. Since we had rain cancel some dates in the past, the Fellowship Committee has
chosen Tuesday nights for the pool parties with Wednesday as a rain date. Mark these dates on your calendar from 7-9 pm.
Tuesday, June 18 Rain date Wednesday, June 19 Tuesday, July 9 Rain date Wednesday, July 10 Tuesday, August 13 Rain date Wednesday, August 14
OFFICER NOMINATIONS: The Nominating Committee will be meeting soon to consider Elder and Deacon Nominees for the Class of 2016. Your suggestions are important in helping us present the nominees of your choice. We will also be nominating 3 at large members from the congregation for next year’s Nominating Committee. Please carefully consider who would best serve the church. PRINT your suggested nominees below and return it to the office in the next two weeks.
ELDERS CLASS 2016 DEACONS CLASS 2016
AT LARGE MEMBERS Nominating Committee
The 2013 Nominating Committee Elders: Richard Massey (chair), John Hudson (chair-elect) Deacon Rep.: Tim Rumph PW Rep.: Chris Carmichael Youth Rep.: Ashleigh Bailey At Large: Larry Schulz, Bradley Williams, Carlene Willis Staff: Neal Carter
At LPC there is always ‘Room for One More.’ Actually, there is room for many more at the VBS Fun Fair. We appreciate those of you that have agreed to lead our children on this summer’s faith journey. We are still searching for someone to keep the nursery for our staff and a couple of energetic fun-loving people to lead the recreation and games. Helpers are also needed in the kitchen and serving snacks. As soon as the VBS staff is aboard, we will get together to share ideas and plan exciting activities. Also, we would like to thank those of you that have offered to share items from our neighbors in Great Britain, Japan, Australia, Zimbabwe, and Mexico. We will set up the display the first week in July, but you can drop items off at the church office when convenient. It would be helpful if you could label your items and jot down a little information to help with the explanation. Knowing that church members have visited these countries, seen the animals and brought back these souvenirs makes these countries come alive to the children. So, please keep looking for items to share. Save the last week of June to help create decorations and props. The planning team will attempt to schedule work sessions on days and times that are convenient. It would be helpful if we knew which days—Monday thru Friday, and which session—morning (9-12), afternoon (1-4), or night (6-9) would work for the most people. If you have a work preference, email Carolina Caddell ([email protected]), Carol Sellers ([email protected]), or the church office ([email protected]). After receiving your feedback, we will publish work sessions dates and times. Registration materials for children age 4 through the Fifth Grade (completed) will be available in the church office next week. We will also have the forms available at the table in the hallway of the educational building following Sunday services. It will be very helpful if completed forms are returned before the end of June so that materials and snacks are plentiful. Our Safe Sanctuary Policy requires collection of health and safety information before a child is left in our care. If you are inviting a friend, please pick up a form to give their parents. The transformation of our church into a colorful and exciting fair will happen the first week in July. Of course, Thursday, July 4th is a holiday; therefore, help is needed Monday through Wednesday. Hopefully, by Friday the Fair Grounds will be finished, classrooms ready, and the VBS staff eager to welcome old and new friends. Thanks for all the support! Carol Sellers and Carolina Caddell, VBS Co-directors
Update on VBS 2013 Everywhere Fun Fair
July 8—12 9 am—Noon
Music News from Camille: The Chancel Choir will continue to support worship during the summer. There will be choir and congregation anthems, ensembles, and solos during June through August 11. Joyful Singers (Pre K-8), Joyful Ringers (chimes) and Whitechapel Ringers (youth-adults) are on summer vacation. All of these groups will begin in September. I hope you will consider joining our music groups.
You may contact me via cell 910-610-8131 or email at [email protected]
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Sunday Mornings Church School for Children Nursery: Infants & Toddlers Darlene Swing, caregiver Church School (3 years though 5th grade) will meet following the children’s sermon. Children will meet their teacher at the back of the sanctuary to walk together to room 207 on the second floor. Parents will meet their children in the hallway just past the water fountain, when exiting the sanctuary after worship. June 2 Debra & Jamie Sutherland Every Sheep Counts (Luke 15:1-7) June 9 Dawn & Michael Sellers Jesus Says Kids Are People Too (Mark 10:13-16) June 16 Susan & Joel Hartwell Jesus Praises Faith & Friendship (Luke 5:17-26) June 23 Kristen & Ryan Anderson Jesus Saves Even Zacchaeus (Luke 19:1-10) June 30 Kristin & Kitson Broadbelt A Woman with Little Money Gives So Much (Mark 12:41-44) Christian Education for Adults The Men’s Bible Class meets in the library with teachers Fred Mabry, Scott Miller, Clint Willis and John McRae. During the summer, they are using Mickey Efird’s Study of the Gospel of John. The 3Ms Class (Mr. Mrs. Ms.) meets in the classroom located off of the fellowship hall with teachers Ramona Wright, Carlene Willis, John Baker and Lillian Boger. June 2 Holy, Holy, Holy (Is. 6:1-8) June 9 Give Thanks (Is. 12) June 16 Meaningless Worship (Is. 29:9-16a) June 23 The Glorious New Creation (Is. 65:17-21, 23-25) June 30 Joyful Worship Restored (Ezra 3:1-7) No classes for the Fun Adult Class & Part-time Adult Class during the summer months, the 3Ms and Men’s Bible classes invite you to join them.
Theology on Tap (TOT) Tuesday, June 11 Join us for TOT at 6:00 on Tuesday, June 11 at the Downtown Club as we gather for food and fellowship. We “formally” begin at 7:00 for discussion. Join Neal and others as we continue to laugh, think, and grow in the faith.
PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN
Congratulations to our graduating high school seniors. The Presbyterian Women will host a breakfast to honor our seniors on Sunday, June 2 at 9:45 am in Fellowship Hall. Graduating seniors and their families are invited to attend.
The LPC Presbyterian Women Scholarships in the amount of $500 each were awarded to Ryan Williams, and David McLaurin. The Katie Groves McNeill Scholarship in the amount of $1,000 was awarded to Joe Sojka. Also congratulations to this year’s PW Life Member Lynn Moberg Mason! PW Coordinating Team Meeting Monday, June 3 @ 7 pm Next year’s PW officers are: Moderator: Sue Schulz Vice Moderator: Betsy Massey Secretary: Beverly Bowling Treasurer: Delia Muse Historian: Lucy Sojka Search Committee Moderator: Janice Liles Chris Carmichael, Moderator ([email protected])
SUNDAY OPENER/CLOSER June Stuart Carmichael July Sammy Simmons NURSERY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Contact Carol Sellers 276-1952 or 318-2471 June 2 Jamie & David Synan June 9 Laura Beth & Anna Urie June 16 Chris & Eddie Carmichael June 23 Courtney Carmichael June 30 Ellen Dean ACOLYTES June 2 Jackson Purcell June 9 Alexis Patterson June 16 Matt Sellers June 23 McKenna Southerland June 30 volunteer needed call Ivey Thigpen
VIDEOGRAPHERS June 2 Chuck DeVaney June 9, 16 Phil Waters June 23, 30 Jacque Doubles Volunteers needed—please contact Camille, Neal or the church office if you can help
GREETERS Sanctuary Doors June 2 Carolyn and Sam Thompson June 9 Frances and Hal Jernigan June 16 Catherine and Penny McLaurin June 23 Elsie and Herman Gillis June 30 Beverly and Earl Bowling Office/Fellowship Door-Elders June 2 Mary Hambright June 9 Susan Wentz June 16 Carol Sellers June 23 Clifton Buie June 30 John Clark Elevator Door-Deacons June 2 Tim Altman June 9 Tim Rumph June 16 Stuart Carmichael June 23 Kathy Wright June 30 Pat Hix
BUS DRIVERS (pickup at Scotia 10:15) June 2 Tommy Britt June 9 Jamie Sutherland June 16 Greg Wood June 23 John Murray June 30 Richard Massey USHER TEAM #1 Jimmy Thigpen (lead) Brian Bounds, Charles Bounds, David Bounds, Chip Wells, Earl Bowling, Clifton Buie, Danny Caddell, David Carmichael, Eddie Carmichael, Marcus Norton, Maggie Ratcliffe, Scott Sellers, Sam Thompson
We have a new phone system where you can reach LPC staff members directly and leave voice mail messages. There is a dial by last name directory available but if you save and/or
remember these extension numbers you can reach us faster. Just call LPC 276-0831, when you hear Lu’s voice you can dial our extension number immediately!
Lu Fowler ext. 301 Neal Carter ext. 302 LeGette McLean ext. 304 Camille DeVaney ext. 305 Precious Graham ext. 306 Kitchen ext. 307
Voice mails left to Neal, Camille and Lu go to their cell phones. LeGette can check his email or use his iPod.
IN THE COMMUNITY: Church Community Services needs volunteers who can help any morning during the week. Even a few hours one day would be very helpful. They need help getting food for the food bank and folding clothes for the clothes closet. If you can volunteer any time, call Leslie Womack, CCS director, at 276-8330.
OPEN HOUSE June 2, 2013 (2-5pm) Join us for a fun day at camp! Meet our summer staff and take a ride on one of our horses! FATHER'S DAY FISHING TOURNAMENT June 16 (7:00am-11:30) Father and child teams are $50.00 or come for the weekend for $100.00. Join us for this first EVER event! THANK YOU FOR YOUR DONATIONS & SUPPORT! Because of your First Aid supplies we should have a safe and healthy summer! Thank you, also, in advance for your willingness to allow Rev. Neal Carter to join us as a Pastor in Residence and lead music for our campers for at least one week this summer. The camp experience is an important part of a spiritual journey, thank you for continuing to make it possible! Lyndsey McCall, Camp Director Camp: 276-1654 (cell: 919-656-2718) DAY CAMP AT CAMP MONROE Even though LPC has not chosen a particular week to attend camp, if your children are interested in going to camp this summer, let Lu in the church office know. Call 276-0831, x. 301 or [email protected] and we will try and coordinate. To register for camp and get details please contact the camp directly 276-1654, or pick up a flyer outside the LPC office, or register online at www.monroecamp.org.
Celebrating Birthdays ! Creed Sellers 05/30 John Baker 06/02 Penny McLaurin 06/02 Jim Sutherland III 06/02 Patricia Evans 06/03 Katie McLaurin 06/04 Gloria Coughenour 06/05 Anna Thompson 06/06 Daniel McDonald III 06/07 Danny Caddell 06/08 Carol Coughenour 06/08 Evelyn Crossley 06/08 Hew Fulton III 06/08 Claire Carter 06/09 Lee McCanna 06/10 Anna Urie 06/10 Delia Muse 06/11 Kristin Broadbelt 06/13 Susan Hardy 06/13 Mary Lee Shaw 06/13 Blue Currie 06/15 Andrew Oswald 06/16 Annie Anderson 06/18 Sue Schulz 06/18 Bette Sellers 06/18 Laney McLaurin 06/19 Martha Fulton 06/20 Charito Grady 06/20 Norma McKeithan 06/23 John Muse 06/23 Jamie Synan 06/24 Daphney Gaw 06/25 Frances Jernigan 06/25 Bess Urie 06/25 Doug Stack 06/26 Andrew Hartwell 06/27 Jim Mason 06/27 John Massey 06/28 Abby Bruner 06/29 Thomas Coughenour Jr. 06/29 Ellen Dean 06/29 Laurene Stubbs 06/29 Christopher Woessner 06/29 Georgia Dye 06/30 Grace Batten 07/01 Clay Bruner 07/01 Charles McKeithan 07/01 Annette Morgan 07/02 Kathryn Williams 07/02 Sara Williamson 07/04 Helen Gustafson 07/05 Alison Norton 07/05 Jackson Sellers 07/05 Hallie Willis 07/05 Ron Crossley 07/06 Jim Morgan Jr. 07/06
Member Nurture & Care
Christian Sympathy and the surrounding love of our congregation is extended to the families of Angela LeFlore in the death of her grandfather, to Chuck DeVaney in the death of his father, to Neal Carter in the death of his uncle, and to Edna McKeithen in the death of her husband, Leighton McKeithen. In Scotland Memorial: Sam Snowdon, Margaret Caudill Recently discharged: Jonelle Gier, Ann Ramsey Melton Continuing Concerns: Fred Fox, Susan Hardy, Hugh McArn, Creed Sellers Scotia Special Care/SNF: Reba Essey, Jonelle Gier, Mary Hafer, Jack Hanna, Virginia Johnson, Janet Petris, Mary Lee Shaw Century Care: Mary McDonald Morgan Center: Katherine Edmund Prestwick Village: Dooda Robertson, Pauline Bruner Celebrating the birth of: Stella Rose Holcomb born on May 1, 2013. Stella Rose is the daughter of Chris and Tricia Holcomb and granddaughter of Debra Holcomb.
WELCOMING OUR NEW MEMBER, Angela LeFlore: Angela has been in Laurinburg for approximately three years. She is a first year teacher at Covington Street Elementary & I. E. Johnson Elementary, where she teaches music. She loves to sing and also loves teaching! She and her husband Joshua have been married for a year and a half. We are thankful for Angela’s presence in our choir every Sunday morning. Welcome Angela to the LPC family! Pam Hill, Membership Committee
New members will be joining soon if you are interested in joining LPC, please contact Neal Carter, 276-0831, x. 302
“Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord henceforth: that they may rest from their labors for their deeds follow them.”
Revelation 14:13
In Memory of
Leighton McKeithen March 18, 1925 — May 8, 2013
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On the Calendar…
Sundays 9:45 am Church School for 3Ms & Men’s Bible Class 11 am Worship 11:20 am Children’s Church Sun 6/2 5:30 pm Deacons’ Meeting Mon 6/3 PW Coordinating Team Tues 6/4 7 pm BEG Sun 6/9 3 pm Noah Altman’s Eagle Scout Ceremony & Reception Mon 6/10 WMA Meeting (time TBA) Tues 6/11 5:15 Fellowship 6 pm TOT Wed 6/12 5 pm Membership Thurs 6/13 Presbytery Meeting at Campbell University 5:30 pm Childcare; 7 pm Finance Mon 6/17 7 pm Session Meeting Tues 6/18 5 pm CNE 7-9 pm Pool Party (rain date Wednesday 6/19) Sun 6/23-Tues 6/25 Summer Sabbath 6-7:30 pm Sun 6/30 Collection of 2 cents a meal for world hunger Mon-Fri 7/8-7/12 Vacation Church School 9 am—Noon For all calendar events and more about LPC visit us on the web www.laurinburgpres.com
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Sunday Worship Service is broadcast on WLNC 1300 Sunday at 11 am.
On TV Channel 2 Sundays at 10 am and Tuesdays at 8 pm for the previous week’s service.
On the internet (wlncradio.com)
Please make sure the church office has your correct email address. [email protected] church office 910-276-0831
Neal Carter Office: 276-0831, x. 302 Cell/home: 280-9688 [email protected] Camille DeVaney Office: 276-0831, x. 305 Cell/home: 610-8131 [email protected] Lu Fowler Office: 276-0831, x. 301 Cell/home: 217-0657 [email protected] [email protected] LeGette McLean Office: 276-0831, x. 304 Cell: 280-0091 [email protected]
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600 W. Church Street
Laurinburg, North Carolina 28352
910.276.0831
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