eChimes: April 3 & 10, 2016

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Sunday, april 3Second Sunday of eaSter

• Prayer breakfast - 6:30 am, fifield Hall

• communion Worship Service 8:30 am, Winship chapel

• the Mustard Seed Bookstore open 9:00 am - 12:15 pm

• Sunday School for all ages 9:30 am

• Worship Service 10:45 am, Sanctuary

• fellowship Hour 11:45 am

• Q2, twenties & thirties’ group, 12:15 pm, room 322

Sunday, april 10tHird Sunday of eaSter

• Prayer breakfast - 6:30 am, fifield Hall

• communion Worship Service 8:30 am, Winship chapel

• the Mustard Seed Bookstore open 9:00 am - 12:15 pm

• Sunday School for all ages 9:30 am

• Worship Service 10:45 am, Sanctuary

• fellowship Hour 11:45 am

• Q2, twenties & thirties’ group, 12:15 pm, room 322

April 3 & 10, 2016Christ At the Center

Dear Friends,

Following a wonderful Easter Sunday, our congregation enters this Eastertide season with a renewed sense of God’s resurrection power to sustain and send

us in faith, life, and ministry together. As we press on, please be aware of these three important pieces of information.

Long Range Strategic Planning Team UpdateThe Long Range Strategic Planning Team has been meeting weekly since February 11th. During this first phase of the process, the team has produced a S.W.O.T. Analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats), spent time reviewing data about our own congregation and community, and planned for the next phase, which will actively engage the congregation in several ways. On April 3, 10, and 17, my sermons will focus on how Christ might be calling us and leading us to be his witnesses in our specific context over the next 5 years. The LRSPT will also be sending out a survey that will be different than the surveys the congregation has participated in recent years. This survey will seek to identify why you/your household have made First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta your church home, how the church might support your/your household’s spiritual growth and call in the world, and how you might use your gifts to support the spiritual growth and call of other members and friends of the congregation. From the late spring through early summer, we will have Town Hall gatherings, meet with Councils and committees, and engage various small groups, Sunday School classes, and other ministry teams. Stay connected and stay tuned as this exciting process continues to unfold!

Karin Davis is RetiringKarin Davis, Owner and Operator of Roadshows Catering, announced her retirement on May 31, 2016. Karin, her family, and her staff have served First Presbyterian Church faithfully as our “in-house” caterer for the past two-plus decades. We will have a celebration for Karin and Roadshows following the 10:45 a.m. service on May 15th. In light of this announcement, our leadership team continues to discuss both an interim and long-term plan to address these needs going forward.

April 24th, 2016: Confirmation SundayMark your calendars for Sunday, April 24, when our 2015-2016 Confirmation Class will be joining the church at the 10:45 a.m. service. This is a change from previous years, when Confirmation students were received into membership at an evening worship service. I look forward to the culmination of this process, and I am excited to introduce to the Session and Congregation a thoughtful, faithful, intelligent, and engaged class.

See you in worship and in the world,

Tony Sundermeier

April 10, “Saul, Ananais, and a Street Called “‘Straight’” Psalm 30, Acts 9:1-20

April 3, “lord, Savior…and leader?” Psalm 150, Acts 5:27-32

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Prayers for THose IN MILITary serVICe

ensign Karim Abu-Akel captain Alexandria Miller-Anderson

Major charles AyersPVT Forrest “Woody” Bass

lt. JG Benjamin S. BondurantMaj. Jamison Bowman,

chaplain ABe3 Gregory Bridges

Sgt. Isaiah Bridges Glenn Thomas Johnson, AM3

Robert louis Johnson, hA Staff Sgt. Kevin lee

Lt. Wilson Mansfield McManus captain John Warren Robey

captain Gabriel Rulewicz Brig. General Russell

Sanbornlt. David B. Sibley

commander Ryan Tewell col. Roderick G. Turner III

Pastoral care report(as of March 23, 2016)

continuinG care: Kathy Bess, caroline (Stacy) Martin

HoSPitaL: cary Lide-Piedmont Hospitalfrank Gray-Piedmont HospitalJerry Lynn-Wesley Woods

deatHS: our prayers are with dodie chapman and family. We recently learned of the death of her husband, John, who died on March 8th. the service was on March 18th at christ the King.

the burial for nancy Boyd-Martin will occur on Saturday, april 16th, at 1:00 pm, at the decatur cemetery. nancy died on november 29th in avon, connecticut.

recuPeratinG: alan Harris, Barbara cavanaugh, Brooks Lide Jr., deborah ann Mccoy, iris eskew, Judson Hall, Margaret Murphy, Mary Ginden, neenee fortson, randy Bryan, randy Jones, rebecca owens, Steve fifield, Wendell Harsh

if you have any pastoral concerns, please contact rev. Kevin Knab at 404-228-7763 or [email protected]., or Pam Parrish at 404-228-7737 or [email protected].

On RampWe are excited that the motion was unanimously approved by our Session, and the new 2013 Presbyterian Hymnal, Glory to God, will be introduced in worship on Pentecost Sunday, May 15, 2016. We are inviting members and friends of First Presbyterian to purchase as many hymnals as they would like at $20 per hymnal. Please contact Katie Law for further information: [email protected]. We are a congregation that loves to sing! I am certain that the new hymnal will deepen that love and continue to encourage us to make a joyful noise unto the Lord! – Tony Sundermeier

Are you thinking about becoming a member of First Pres?

On Ramp is a three - week class about the meaning of and steps required for church membership taught by

Tony Sundermeier.

We will meet on Sunday, April 10, from 12:00- 2:30.

To register, please call Stephanie Lane at 404-228-7757or email her

at [email protected]

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Dear Friends,

There’s a trick to a graceful exit. It means leaving a stage of life without denying its importance in our lives. It involves a sense of future, a belief that every exit is an entry, that we are moving on, rather than out. It is time for my graceful exit from an amazing congregation that has been my church family. I will always love and remember you.

After 20 years, I have made the decision to retire. I came to First Presbyterian Church to cook, but the Lord changed this job into something even more beautiful. The wonderful people I have met and the joy that I found here are beyond description. I have been blessed by the very best staff – Rhonda Bass and Lenny Davis (my daughter and son), Shawn O’Kelley, Ivory Anderson, and Gerald Lee have all been there to support me for the good of the church. I am so thankful to the members for their love and support over the years. I am blessed to have the support of my husband of 46 years, Forrest “Frosty” Davis. I will never fully retire. I will just slow down and enjoy my family more. My heart overflows with love for your kindness and care during my time here. Please keep me in your thoughts and prayers.

Love, Karin Davis

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ArtSpark returns this summer with classes (photography, poetry, flower-arranging, cookie decorating, yoga, etc.), and concerts (highlights from Les Miserables, and a choir and ensemble concert, both prepared by participants).Contact Katharine Hamer for more information. [email protected] - 404-228-7732.

L u n c h t i m e c o n c e r t s

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Wednesday, May 4, 2016 - 12:00 pmOrgan Spectacular

Jens Korndoerfer - Organ

Wednesday, May 11, 2016 - 12:00 pmGut Feeling

Evan Few - Violin

Wednesday, May 18, 2016 - 12:00 pmAmerican Folk Songs

Alan Higgs - Bass

Wednesday, May 25, 2016 - 12:00 pmThe Trumpet Shall Sound

Clayton Chastain & Jonathan Swygert - Trumpets

Free admission to all concerts

Please contact Katharine hamer for more information

or to be added to our mailing list:404-228-7732 or [email protected]

Wednesdays in May 12:00 pM - 12:30 pM

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First Presbyterian Preschool Camp Friendship regis-tration is now online. Beginning this summer, in addi-tion to our newly formatted camps for 2 – 7 year olds, we will also offer camps by Club SciKidz (ages 4 – 15), MODA (ages 5-7) and The Alliance Theater (rising 2nd and 3rd graders). Information is available on our web-site at: http://firstprespreschoolatl.org/summer-camp. We look forward to seeing you this summer.

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Refugee Resettlement and Immigration Services

of Atlanta is in need of volunteers to be matched with

newly arriving refugee families to help with English, life skills and community orientation.

Training and Volunteer Orientation provided. Interested? Contact Rev. Greg Allen-Pickett

at [email protected]

Prayer Shawl Ministry

Gathering

2nd Thursday of the month12:15-2:00pm

(or as long as you are able to stay)

In the Bridal RoomPlease contact Katie Sundermeier or Iris Dodge with any questions!

Join us!

FAMilY FUN DAY SATUrDAY April 23

11:00 AMat McKoy Park in Decatur

Join us from 11am – 3pm at McCoy Park, Decatur. We will have food, gifts for the boys and girls, fun activities, face painting, photo

table and lots of fun activities.

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Did you know there is a scholarship available for private lessons at the School

of Fine Arts?Applications for the 2016-17

George B. Wirth Scholarship are being accepted through April 15th.

Auditions will be held on April 30th.For more information and to download an application visit

www.firstpresatl.org/sfa or contact Katie Patterson at [email protected].

The Community Ministries Clothing Closet

is in desperate need of gently used or new

durable work shoes, especially, sizes 10 - 14.

No sandals please. If you have any questions,

please call Marie Wandera at (404) 228-7746

or Connie at (404) 228-7741

C o M M u n i t y M i n i S t r i e S o P P o rt u n i t i e S

Want a meaningful experience?Become an FPC driver in our Family Visitation program.

aFamily Visitation program was started, and is run,

by the Georgia Justice Project. Supported by the FPc/hillside Partnership, this invaluable program keeps families connected with loved one who are incarcerated. caring and connected family members are proven to ensure a successful

reentry into society once prison time has been served. every second Saturday of the month, an FPc driver teams up with a hillside driver. Occasionally couples chose to drive together. Volunteers do not visit the inmates; their job is to safely drive the families in a GJP furnished vehicle to and from the prison. While visits are taking place, volunteers enjoy interesting sites nearby. FPc is in need of additional drivers to drive up to 2 times a year. Please contact Susan Prutzman at 404 264 0846 for more information and/or to sign up.

FPC/HillSide PartnerSHiP

Childspring internationalwishes to thank you for your generosity

and support in producing

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YOUTH GROUP – SUNDAY MORNINGS Join us for Youth Group in March. Each Sunday morning, we’ll gather in B-111 for doughnuts, singing, and fellowship before breaking out into small groups.

HIGH SCHOOL LUNCH BUNCH Sunday April 3 , high schoolers will have their next lunch outing . We’ll gather in B111 right after worship, pick a place and head out. Join us as we attempt to find the best lunch spot in Atlanta.

BRAVES COUNTRY IS BACK Sunday, April 10 Join us for the first Sunday afternoon game of the season at The Ted. We’ll meet in B111 at 12:00pm and head down to Turner Field to watch the Braves take on the St. Louis Cardinals. Tickets are just $10. Sign up online.

REGISTER NOW FOR YOUTH MISSION TRIPS We’re excited to announce that we have two opportunities for our youth to partner with DOOR in the Summer of 2016 in Chicago as part of their urban mission experience. Registration is open and space is limited!

Middle School Mission Trip – June 19-24

High School Mission Trip – June 26-July 1

MONTREAT We’re headed back! After a nearly twenty-year hiatus, we’re headed back to the annual Montreat Youth Conference. Dates are June 5-11 and limited space is available for all youth currently in grades 8 through 12.

Not getting our Tuesday, Youth News??? Email Jay ([email protected]) to be added so you won’t miss out.

Whether it’s a small group, a Bible study, a social event, or a service opportunity, there are ample ways to connect with our community.

Q2, DISCUSSION & FELLOWSHIP GROUP Q2 meets on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. in Room 322. Join us for Bible studies and engaging, thoughtful discussions. Bonus? We often head to brunch after our 12:15 p.m. class, too.

SPRING RETREAT AT MONTREAT! May 13th-15th in Montreat, NC We can’t say it enough: there are no substitutes for retreats. Join us for a weekend of worship, community, and rejuvenation. Cost is only $140, and scholarships are available. Register by April 15th to claim your spot!

BOOK CLUB First and Third Mondays of the Month at 7:30 p.m. Contact Lauren Meyer at [email protected] for more details.

COUPLES’ GROUP Second and Fourth Wednesdays of the Month at 7 p.m. Contact Ann-Henley Saunders at [email protected] to learn more.

Not receiving our e-newsletters? Email Ann-Henley at [email protected] so you can stay in the loop.

Join uS in tHe SurF SHaCk tHiS Summer! June 6-10 9:00am to 12 noon

We will sing, dance, craft, snack, and learn our way through 5 fun Bible stories!

Children ages 3 (and potty trained) through rising 6th grade

NEW THIS YEAR - VBS AFTERCARE CAMP! 12 noon to 4 pm, every day Registration goes live on February 14th! Youth and parent volunteers needed as well! Can’t wait to see you there!

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MONTREATMAY 13 -15

20s/30s RETREATContact Ann-Henley Saunders for more information:

[email protected]

THEOLOGYMATTERS Short Courses for the Thoughtful Christian

ROADSIDE RELIGIONWednesdays in the Berean Room | April 13, 20, 27 & May 4| 7:00-8:15 pmInstructor: Ryan Bonfiglio

In America today, christianity is not only encountered within the walls of churches or the confines of small group Bible studies. Rather, expressions of faith routinely seep into popular culture, whether in the form of Bible bumper stickers, evangelistic tracks, mega-church billboards, or christian theme parks. how can we understand and interact with these forms of “roadside religion”? What role do they play in shaping popular christian beliefs? And how might a Presbyterian respond to these curious combinations of christianity and culture? This four-week series will explore these and other questions about the everyday artifacts of faith known as roadside religion. To register, or for more info visit http://www.firstpresatl.org/learn/theology-matters/

• April 13 The Four Laws of Faith • April 20 The Biblezine • April 27 The Drive Through Church• May 4 The Christian Theme Park

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All women of FPC and their friendsare invited to

WOMEN AT THE WELL Monday, April 25, 2016

7:00 – 9:15 pmat the home of Nancy Buist

Our speaker will be Rev. Greg Allen-Pickett

“Refugee Resettlement and Our Call as the Church”

Join us for fellowship, food, drink and conversation about life and faith.

Please bring an appetizer or drink to share.

To register call 404-228-7718 or on-line at http://www.firstpresatl.org/womenatthewell/

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WORShIP Sunday communion Service - 8:30 Am

Sunday School 9:30 Am

Sunday Worship Service - 10:45 Am

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On demand anytime www.firstpresatl.org/servicesonline

AIB cable Network (Smyrna channel 22, comcast 295)

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Our Sunday Service broadcast on AIB can be found on comcast cable channel 295.

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For information about private music instruction and group music, dance, and art classes,

please visit us on the web or call:

Katie patterson, interim Director

(404) 228-7753

www.firstpresatl.org/sfa

Stop in for a cup of coffee and see our lovely assortment of greeting cards, jewelry, baby and hostess gifts.

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