First Presbyterian Church, Twin Falls Idaho

What Is Planned Giving? Planned giving is not about finding another way to get your money. It is an opportunity for us all to return to God that which God entrusted us with during our lifetime. It is also an opportunity for us all to further strengthen Christ’s church for the future by providing for ministry and mission for those who come after us. We all stand on the shoulders of those who came before us; let’s be the shoulders for those who come after us.

Many people believe that planned giving is only for the wealthy. Planned giving is for all of us. We all have something to give and we can all leave our legacy. One of the keys to our own congregation’s future will be for those of us who are currently part of the congregation to give not only for the coming Sunday or year, but to think about how God will be at work in this congregation for decades to come. Considering a planned gift means one is thinking about their own mortality and that is not something most people like to think about, but gifts that keep on giving years after they are made is a faith legacy worth thinking about. On Saturday, November 14th at 9:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Room you are cordially invited to come and hear more about how planned giving can be part of your stewardship from Rev. Rob Hagan who is the Northwest Regional Representative of the Presbyterian Foundation. The vision of the Presbyterian Foundation is “to bring people and mission together.” For more than 200 years, this vision has been the rudder for an organization whose main purpose is to enhance, deepen and strengthen the ministry of the local church through creating a culture of generosity. As a generous congregation already this opportunity to hear from Rev. Hagan will further enhance the good work we are already doing. So, please consider taking part of your Saturday morning, November 14th to gather with your friends and hear about how planned giving can be part of your financial ministry with the church. Rev. Hagan will also be preaching in worship the next day.

NOVEMBER 2015

The Trumpet

PASTOR PHIL’S MESSAGE

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE Pastor’s Message.….……......... Session….…………....……….……... Deacon’s Corner.................... Circle 5…………………...…..……... Kendall Presbytery………………. Adult Ministries….……….…...... Christian Nurture……...……..…. Birthdays & Anniversaries..... Festival Of Giving..……….….... Worship Schedule………….…... Calendar …….……...……..…..…..

SESSION MINUTES Session Minutes cont.

Worship: Darlene Annen reported that Linda Forman has offered to be communion chair. She will arrange all supplies but will need assistant help. The sound system has been ordered, as a gift has been given to cover it.

Christian Nurture: Kathy Price reports that

Christian Education has started and the backlog of old materials have been cleaned out. There will be a senior graduation Bible for Madison Horner in December.

Fellowship: Jerry Green will bake cookies, but

anyone who wants to contribute may. Mission: Robin Olszynski and Daryl Norenberg

They are working on the annual budget, and a meal for the sheriff’s department as an appreciation dinner.

Robin will take care of the pledge form to the Presbytery for the mission pledge.

Personnel: Rene Horner said evaluations

have gone well and are a very positive thing. Nominating: Jerry Green reports that plans for

nominating are moving along. Stewardship & Finance: Darryl Norenberg

reported that budget requests are due by today and plans for the stewardship events go October 14th through

November. Bob Wright gave the Treasurer’s Report.

Joys and Concerns were shared and Phil shared the CSI Refugee Center support letter he is sending to Governor Otter. Phil closed the meeting in prayer at 8:32. Linda Tuley, Clerk of Session

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September 2015 Stated Session Meeting

September 15th 7 p.m. in the Church Library

Opening Prayer was “A Call to Worship”, loosely based on Psalm 19 Present: Moderator, Phil Price; Elders: Robin Olszynski, Mark Koffer, Kathy Price, Rene Horner, Darryl Norenberg, Terry Nelsen, Darlene Annen and Jerry Green, Linda Tuley, Clerk, and Bob Wright, Treasurer Absent: Jacqui Kinzy. Clerk of Session Kathy moved the minutes of the August Stated Session Meeting be approved as written, S & P There were no membership actions Pausing to Hear God’s Word was Psalm 1 Old Business Mark moved to reduce to 3 classes of 4 Deacons. It was requested by the Deacons which would reduce number of Deacons from 15 to 12. S&P Terry and Mark have been approached about by members about selling of Building #3. Discussion was held. There was no consensus or enthusiasm to sell the building at this time. Any ideas for its increased use will be welcomed. Continuing Education--In October & November we’re going to look at a Presbyterian History video that will be used in Sunday morning Adult classes around Reformation Sunday. Pausing to Hear God’s Word was Mark 9:30-37 There was no new business. Committee Reports: What is going on in your ministry area?

Board of Deacons: Pastor Phil reported that they are continuing flock work. Christmas box project will not be changed this year. Deacons will be asked to distribute the Trumpet to flock members who need a printed copy.

Building & Grounds: Terry Nelson & Mark

Koffer reminded of the October 17th all church cleanup, 9:00 to noon. Terry gave a rough

timeline for reroofing buildings 1 & 2.

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CIRCLE 5 POTATO BAR

**You are invited to a potato bar compliments of Circle 5**

When: Saturday, November 8, 2015

Time: Immediately following worship

Thank you for your generous donations to our shoe Project! Because of your generosity, we were able to donate 150,

$20.00 Payless Shoe gift cards for shoes and winter boots. The number of homeless students continues to grow.

Their appreciation is expressed in a thank you letter below.

Thanks. Darlene

Deacon’s Corner

The Deacons continue to work on the Christmas Box Project, which will provide 20 to 25 young families with a special Christmas. Christmas boxes contain both food and a modest gift for each of the recipients. Donations of non perishable food items will continue to be collected each Sunday through November and the first week of December. Suggested items include: peanut butter; pasta; spaghetti sauce; canned meat/fish; canned chili; canned fruits and vegetables; soup; mac and cheese; boxed side dishes (such as rice or potato side dishes); and cake/cookie/brownie mixes. Food items may be left in the baskets in the church foyer. The Christmas Gift Tag Tree will be set up in the upper narthex beginning Sunday, November 22. Each tag identifies a gift for one of our Christmas Box recipients. If you would like to purchase a gift, please select a tag, rec-ord your name and tag number on the sheet provided, purchase the gift, wrap it and return it to the church with the tag attached. The Deacons wish to thank the congregation for all of the support you give to the Christmas Box Project. It is the largest project we undertake each year and it would not be possible without your generosity.

Dear Ms. Annen:

As a representative of the Twin Falls School District, I would like to give a heartfelt thank you for your generous donation of shoe gift cards,

sleeping bags and school supplies to the students and families at risk in the district. There are countless families in need and your caring

contribution is greatly appreciated. The students that received the supplies were very grateful for your kindness. Thank you again for your

assistance.

Sincerely,

JoAnn Gemar LSW

At-Risk Services Coordinator

** A letter from Lillian McIntyre**

Dear Church Family,

It is good to be settled in my independent living apartment.

I like it and I am adjusting to the many changes in my life.

My son Stan Shaff, managed the big move and continues to

be my caregiver in many ways. Cal’s son, David, & his wife

Barbara, live in nearby Bellingham so I have family here.

Miss You,

Lillian

Lillian McIntyre

5201 112th st S.W.

Everett, Wa 92804

208-733-5259

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Adult Ministry JOIN US FOR BIBLE STUDY

Sunday 8:30 am Adult Sunday School with Rev Phil Price

Bible Study—Monday Group 1:30 pm in the Church Library with Bob Parkinson

Tuesdays 10:30am At Bridgeview, led by Bob Parkinson

Fellowship Book Club- “ “

November 19th@ 12:00

WOWS (Women Offering Women Support)

will meet at Java, November 10th & 24th @ 7pm

Men’s Breakfast 7am, Wednesday November 11th & 25th@ Idaho Joe’s

for breakfast and topical discussion.

Cooks Night Out - Meet up with friends, old and new at a different restaurant each month for friendship and dinner.

Senior Fellowship Lunch

BIRTHDAYS

11/4

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11/15

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11/23

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11/25

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C.A.M.P. Fundraiser in November The First Presbyterian Church Community Assistance Ministry Program (C.A.M.P.) will for the second year participate in the Festival of Giving. Brizee Heating is sponsoring us and we will be entering a wreath in hopes it will bring in money for the C.A.M.P. office. We will have a Voting Box and all the proceeds we receive in the box comes back to the C.A.M.P and a percentage of the total sales. We earned over $2,000 last year. We hope you will participate and buy a ticket for the Gala for $50 which will be held on Friday, November 20 at 6 p.m. at the Idaho Landscape Center. We need to sale 10 tickets by November 6. Last year the Festival of Giving brought in over $102,000 and this year they hope to make over $150,000. All the proceeds from the event goes back to all the non-profits and charities that participate in the Event. Rob Green is donating a truck to be auctioned at the Gala. The Gala is lots of fun with lots of good food and live auctions. It is also fun to see all the decorated trees and wreaths. Please come and support C.A.M.P by participating in the Festival of Giving this year.- Ginny Riffle (please insert the postcard below the article which gives the dates and times for the Festival of Giving). Thanks.

Donna Burdick

Ronald Watson

Janice Geist

JoAnn Irwin

Marty Harris

Emery Petersen

Linda Howar

Shirley Harris

Marge Ward

John Meyer

Gertrude Rietveld

Pat Cooper

Lawrence Flournoy

John R. Bonnett

Robert Wright

Phyllis Gerber

Anniversaries

Don & Ginny Riffle

Daryl & Laurie Geren

Steve & Wendy Nielsen

Rick & Rene Horner

Scott & Candee Hawk

11/5

11/8

11/11

11/16

11/24

Sunday 10 a.m. Preaching Schedule

November 1st All Saints Day & Communion (separate elements) First Reading: Isaiah 25:6-9 Praise for Deliverance Second Reading: Ephesians 1:11-23 Paul’s Prayer Sermon Title: “Santo Subito” (Sainthood Now) November 8th Proper 27 First Reading: Ruth 3:1-5; 4:13-17 Ruth and Boaz Second Reading: Mark 12:38-44 The Widow’s Offering Sermon Title: “The Widow’s Might” November 15th Proper 28 First Reading: 1 Samuel 1:4-20 Samuel’s Birth and Dedication Second Reading: Mark 13:1-8 The Destruction of the Temple Foretold Sermon Title: Rev. Rob Hagan (from the Presbyterian Foundation) preaching November 22nd Christ the King Sunday First Reading: 2 Samuel 23:1-7 The Last Words of David Second Reading: John 18:33-37 Jesus Before Pilate Sermon Title: “What Is Truth?” November 29th 1st Sunday of Advent First Reading: Jeremiah 33:14-16 The Righteous Branch Second Reading: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13 Timothy’s Encouraging Report Sermon Title: “The Chemistry of Kindness”

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Sunday Service Schedule

8:30am Adult Class in Library 8:30 am Choir

10am Worship in Sanctuary 10 am Children’s Sunday School 11:30 am Adult Class in Library

-Nursery Care Available-

Please join us for fellowship following service.

Many Thanks… To the congregation for their outpouring of cards,

food, phone calls, and visits during Harald’s very

short bout with cancer. Abigail Circle & The

Deacons were wonderful. Thank you so much!

Phyllis Gerber,

Mack, Lisa, Wade, Shiela, & Stacey

We would also like to thank the congregation for

being so thoughtful, kind, generous, and helpful to

my family and I during my preparation, surgery

and recovery. Thank you for all of your Love and

kindness.—Jennifer, Robert, Cassie & Miranda

Bryant.

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The TRUMPET is a monthly newsletter of the First Presbyterian Church in Twin Falls Idaho. If you would like to submit an article or announcement or make comments and/or suggestions call Jennifer Bryant at 208-733-7023 or email: churchoffice@twinfallsfpc.org.

This church exists for the purpose of proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ in

word and action in the Twin Falls area and the world.

Empowered by the presence of the Holy Spirit, we will be a living example of

God’s love in the world.

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 209 Fifth Avenue North Twin Falls, ID 83301 Reverend Phil Price (208)733-7023 Office email: churchoffice@twinfallsfpc.org

Sunday Summer Service Schedule

8:30am Adult Class 10am Worship in Sanctuary

10 am Children’s Sunday School 11:30 am Adult Class

-Nursery Care Available-

Please join us for fellowship following service.

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