November 2013 • Peekskill Presbyterian Church

W O R S H I P S U N D A Y S 1 0 A M

Where to find . . .

Pastor’s Message 2

Session Update 3

Church News 5-6

Upcoming Events 7-8

Ministry & Member Profiles 9

Bible Study 10

Calendar Centerfold

MESSENGER

THE M

ESSE

NGER

NON-PROFIT

ORGANIZ

ATIO

N

PEEKSK

ILL PRESB

YTERIA

N CHURCH

US P

OST

AGE PAID

705 SOUTH ST

REET

WHIT

E PLAIN

S, NY 10610

PEEKSK

ILL, N

Y 10566-3396

PERMIT

# 6604

TIME DATED MATERIAL – PLEASE DELIVER PROMPTLY

RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED

1 Our MissionOur MissionOur MissionOur Mission

In response to the profound love of God through

Jesus Christ toward all, we welcome everyone to

join us as we study and proclaim the gospel,

seek the will of God, grow in spiritual maturity,

share our resources, and respond in service to

the needs of our members and our neighbors.

Upcoming EventsUpcoming EventsUpcoming EventsUpcoming Events

November 3 Community Breakfast

November 3 Commitment Sunday

November 5 Election Day – Office Open

November 8 Mt. Vernon Honors Ray Brown

November 9 Men’s Breakfast & Bible Study

November 9 Boy Scout Pasta Dinner

November 11 Veteran’s Day – Office Open

November 20 Connected Prayer Ministry

November 21 Food Bank Distribution

November 22 Friday Night Book Discussion

November 23 Men’s Breakfast & Bible Study

November 24 Praise Choir in Worship

November 24 Community Thanksgiving Meal

November 28 Thanksgiving – Office Closed

November 30 Hanging of the Greens

December 6 Women of HOPE Luncheon

No Thirsty this Month; No Spanish on the 27th

;

No Knitting on the 29th

Be c are fu l h ow y ou l i v eBe c are fu l h ow y ou l i v eBe c are fu l h ow y ou l i v eBe c are fu l h ow y ou l i v e ;;;; Y ou ’ l l b e t he o n ly B i b l e Y ou ’ l l b e t he o n ly B i b l e Y ou ’ l l b e t he o n ly B i b l e Y ou ’ l l b e t he o n ly B i b l e

S ome S ome S ome S ome p e o p l e p e o p l e p e o p l e p e o p l e w i l l e v er rea d .w i l l e v er rea d .w i l l e v er rea d .w i l l e v er rea d . ~~~~ W i l l i a m J . T o m s W i l l i a m J . T o m s W i l l i a m J . T o m s W i l l i a m J . T o m s

Sing aSing aSing aSing annnn OldOldOldOld Song Song Song Song 16

We Gather Together

1 We gather together

to ask the Lord's blessing;

He chastens and hastens

His will to make known.

The wicked oppressing

Now cease from distressing.

Sing praises to his name,

He forgets not his own.

2 Beside us to guide us,

Our God with us joining,

Ordaining, maintaining

His kingdom divine;

So from the beginning

The fight we were winning;

Thou, Lord, wast at our side,

All glory be Thine!

3 We all do extol thee,

Thou leader triumphant,

And pray that thou still

Our defender wilt be.

Let thy congregation

Escape tribulation;

Thy name be ever praised!

O Lord, make us free!

November Birthdays

~ deleted to protect your

privacy online ~

We want to celebrate you too; if we forgot your birthday, please contact the Church office.

Peekskill Presbyterian Church on Facebook and on the web at www.peekskillpresby.org • 914-737-3322

15 Peekskill Presbyterian PersonalsPeekskill Presbyterian PersonalsPeekskill Presbyterian PersonalsPeekskill Presbyterian Personals

WANTED: DEACONS & ELDERS Once again we are actively seeking

replacements for our members who have faithfully served their

terms as Deacons or Elders. If you are interested in making a

valuable commitment to our Church please contact a member of

the Nominating Committee. Prayerfully submitted by Tina Wileikis, Hilda

Arturi, Linda Buckiewicz, Cliff Heaton, Caroline Renaud, & Jean Valente

WANTED: 190th ANNIVERSARY PLANNERS If you are interested in

serving on the committee planning our Church’s 190th Anniversary

Celebration please speak to Pastor Stephany.

WANTED: CHRISTMAS DINNER VOLUNTEERS Remember those in need

this Christmas and join in serving our annual Christmas Day Dinner.

Contact Ray or Eartha Brown for information about helping out.

~ Contact Christine Button to submit a Personals notice to the Messenger.

AAAA Message fromMessage fromMessage fromMessage from 2

Our Pastor Our Pastor Our Pastor Our Pastor

Family, Friends, and Faith

As we prepare to entertain family members and friends during

this holiday season, we look forward to another opportunity to

share with them the best that we have to offer. We spend hours

preparing the dishes that some are willing to travel miles to

experience, we polish the twice a year silver, and we place our

finest china perfectly in the center of each setting.

We make every effort to ensure that everyone’s favorite dish is

included on the menu, and we plan tirelessly to make certain that

each person has a comfortable place to rest. Hospitality becomes

our number one priority around the holidays.

College students will return home, new babies will make their

debut, newlyweds will have a chance to interact with extended in-

laws, and seniors who live in care facilities will be able to spend

the day surrounded by loved ones.

The holidays are a very special time indeed. While you are

thinking about new ways to share the best you have with those

you care about the most, remember to include the One who cares

the most about all of you. Make prayer and spiritual practices a

part of your time together.

Here are a few suggestions:

• Under each napkin place a prayer card that includes a brief

but special prayer for each guest. If you are having a lot of

guests you can use the same prayer.

• Place somewhere near the dining table, a basket filled with

scripture verses. Invite people to select a scripture to read

aloud before or after your meal. If you have a lot of guests

invite 2-3 people to share aloud.

• And of course you can all share 3 things that you are

Serving With JoyServing With JoyServing With JoyServing With Joy in November in November in November in November

Date Elder on Duty Ushers

3 Cindy Bohler Charlene & Steve Woods

Communion

Servers Nov 3

10 Kathy Cerreta Linda Buckiewicz & Phyllis Froebrich Nancy Neff

17 Susan Dahl Linda & Steve Johns Walter Neff

24 Warren Dyckman Diana Heaton & Lynn Nayman Marsha Vernon

Dan Harrison Continued on page 10

Ps 70:4 Let all those that seek thee rejoice

and be glad in thee: and let such as love

thy salvation say continually, Let God be

magnified.

Ps 95:1 O come, let us sing unto the Lord

Ps 95:2 Let us come before his presence with

thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise

unto him with psalms.

Ps 100: 2, 4 Serve the Lord with gladness:

come before his presence with singing...

Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and

into his courts with praise: be thankful

unto him, and bless his name.

Ps 136:1 O give thanks unto the Lord; for he

is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.

Isa 51:3 For the Lord shall comfort Zion...joy

and gladness shall be found therein,

thanksgiving, and the voice of melody.

Rev 7:12 Blessing, and glory, and wisdom,

and thanksgiving, and honour, and

power, and might, be unto our God

for ever and ever.

3

NotesNotesNotesNotes

At the October Session

meeting our discussions

included . . .

• Contacting members who have been missed at worship

• Mt. Vernon Church honoring the ministry of Ray Brown

• Approval for 2 upcoming baptisms

• Committee members for the Church’s 190th anniversary

• Treasurer’s financial review in preparation for budgeting

• Delays on painting project and the need for new bids

• Receipt of a special monetary gift for painting

• Threat to HeadStart funding and implications for us

• Recent fire inspection of the Thrift Shop

• Building use by 12-step programs

• Upcoming Congregational Conversation

• Silent Auction results

• New adult Bible Study topic

• Replacement of the driveway lighting & work bee results

• Policy for mission pantry shelves

• Kitchen use and misuse

• Purchase of minor audio equipment

~ Questions about the Session Notes? Speak to Dan Harrison.

Financial SummaryFinancial SummaryFinancial SummaryFinancial Summary As of October 1 . . .

Total Income: $187,743; i.e. $7,951 more than budgeted, mostly

due to receipt of a grant for Worship Music.

Total Expenses: $191,780; i.e. over budget by $7,789, mostly due

to higher than expected utilities & maintenance expenses. Net YTD Income: - $4,037; the budget projection for this period

was to be operating at loss of - $4,200, which means that the

church is operating at a slightly smaller deficit than projected.

~ Please prayerfully consider your Church giving.

Scripture MemorizatScripture MemorizatScripture MemorizatScripture Memorization Challengeion Challengeion Challengeion Challenge 14

Nov 3 - 9: Rejoice always, pray constantly, give

thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God

in Christ Jesus for you – 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Nov 10 - 16: O give thanks to the LORD, call on his

name, make known his deeds among the peoples! Sing to him, sing praises to him, tell of all his

wonderful works! – Psalm 105:1-2

Nov 17 - 23: Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with

praise! Give thanks to him, bless his name! – Psalm 100:4

Nov 24 – Nov 30: Praise the LORD! I will give thanks to the LORD

with my whole heart, in the company of the upright, in the

congregation. – Psalm 111:1

~ Thanks to Rose Reed for the memorization challenge.

Thanksgiving WordThanksgiving WordThanksgiving WordThanksgiving Word Search Search Search Search There are many different ways to

express gratitude or thanks. Here

are several statements from the

Bible. Can you find the words in

bold print?

G O D B G I V E Y X

A H B T L O R D C I

S D T H A N K F U L

S G L A D E F S G S

E J O N N K S I O M

L M V K E N K N O L

B L E S S I N G D A

L E T G S T A I T S

U M B I V L H N R P

S E R V E U T G O R

I R Z I X F Y J F A

N C M N N Y O O M I

G Y P G L O R Y O S

A T F R E J O I C E

13 We Are A Connectional ChurchWe Are A Connectional ChurchWe Are A Connectional ChurchWe Are A Connectional Church

Hudson River Presbytery News Hudson River Presbytery News Hudson River Presbytery News Hudson River Presbytery News & Programs& Programs& Programs& Programs

Among its other programs, the Stony Point Conference

Center, houses the Community of Living Traditions (CLT), a “multi-

faith community (Christian, Muslim and Jewish) dedicated to the

practice and study of hospitality, nonviolence, and justice.” CLT is

hosting its 5th Annual Homecoming Celebration on November 1-3.

There are four events scheduled:

• Can America Make It? Festival of 6 Short Plays; November 1st at

8 pm; $15 (a fundraiser for CLT)

• Birmingham and the Bible (a seminar with Rev. Osagyefo Uhuru

Sekou seeking to understand Dr. King’s biblical interpretation);

November 2nd from 10 am - 3:30 pm; $40

• Celebrating Abundance Harvest Meal; November 3rd from 12:30

- 2 pm; free

• Reading of Miracle on South Division Street; November 3rd at

2:15 pm; free

To learn more about CLT’s Homecoming Celebration, visit:

www.stonypointcenter.org/upcomingevents#homecoming

PPPPresbyterian resbyterian resbyterian resbyterian CCCChurch hurch hurch hurch (USA)(USA)(USA)(USA) In September, Wheaton College held a conference

exploring Billy Graham’s legacy in American history

and its meaning for the future. Wheaton is a Christian college

near Chicago, and Graham, now age 95, is its most famous alumni.

Topics at the conference addressed Billy Graham’s mastery of the

media and how he was able to hold the world’s attention for 5

decades, leading his powerful “crusades”. Grant Wacker of Duke

Divinity School, one of the speakers, expressed concern that

younger people do not know about Graham and that “his story is

rapidly receding into the mists of history.” One 25 year-old

attendee in the mostly gray-haired gathering, said that Graham’s

legacy is, “courageously preaching the gospel…Hopefully people

will remember that he preached a message that never changes.”

Prayers & SympathyPrayers & SympathyPrayers & SympathyPrayers & Sympathy 4

But verily God hath heard me; he hath attended to

the voice of my prayer. Blessed be God, which hath

not turned away my prayer, nor his mercy from me. - Psalm 66:19-20

Please keep these persons in prayer . . .

Prayers for Health & Healing

Marge Crawford

Maxine Winik

Carol Hastede

David Foley

Ed Ranieri

Continued Prayer

Joe & Effie Deutsch

The people of Syria & in all areas

of conflict around the world

All those struggling with

addictions

All those traveling to distant

lands

Prayers of Joy & Celebration

Birth of Ava Nicole Purcell

5 Church NewsChurch NewsChurch NewsChurch News

SSSSilent Auction Resultsilent Auction Resultsilent Auction Resultsilent Auction Results

The Silent Auction that concluded on November 29th

raised a total of $889.00. 100% of the proceeds will

be used by the Peekskill Presbyterian Church. A few

items that did not attract any bids were donated to

the Lord’s Attic for sale. We appreciate all those who donated

items, all who attended the auction, and all who purchased items.

Thank you from the Stewardship Ministry.

We’re Sponsoring A ChildWe’re Sponsoring A ChildWe’re Sponsoring A ChildWe’re Sponsoring A Child To reach beyond our own concerns and recognize our

responsibility to spread Christ’s love ever further, our

mission ministry has decided use a portion of the Mission

Fund to sponsor a child on behalf of our Church.

Through Child Fund International, Peekskill Presbyterian Church has been

assigned Luan Samuel Marques Rodrigues, a 7-year old boy who lives in

the Jequitinhonha Valley, one of the poorest regions of Brazil. Luan lives

with his parents in a simple, self-built home of brick walls and cement

floors. They have rudimentary sanitation (a cesspit), and their water is

carried from an artesian well. Luan is smart and playful; likes soccer and

playing with toy cars. At school he likes reading and art.

Information about Luan is on a bulletin board in the Social Hall. Church

members may write to him and offer encouragement and hope as he

grows. Luan’s address: Luan Samuel Marques Rodrigues /110-44647/620

/Chapada Do Norte F H P /ChildFund Brasil / Caixa Postal 602 /30.161-

970 / Belo Horizonte, M.G. / Brazil

Spanish as a Second Language ClassSpanish as a Second Language ClassSpanish as a Second Language ClassSpanish as a Second Language Class

Myrna Santos is renewing her ministry teaching Spanish as a

second language at our Church on Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m.

Contact Myrna if you are interested in participating. Beginners

are welcome. Come and learn to communicate in Spanish with

our brothers and sisters in Christ.

Prayer MinistriesPrayer MinistriesPrayer MinistriesPrayer Ministries 12

Wednesday Morning Prayer Call –

Join Pastor Stephany Wednesday

mornings between 7:30 - 7:45 for

the prayer call. To participate, dial

1-559-726-1000; when prompted

enter code 703 366 #

Prayer Chain - Members of this

ministry commit themselves to offer

up prayers requested by members of the congregation and the

community. More pray-ers are needed. To join the prayer chain,

contact Philena Bolden; submit requests for prayers by telephone

at 914-737-3322 or email at prayerrequests@peekskillpresby.org.

Connected Prayer Ministry - a quiet space and time for

meditation and prayer; in the parlor on the 4th Wednesday of

every month at 6 p.m.

A Prayer A Prayer A Prayer A Prayer

Grant me, O loving Jesus, to rest in Thee above every creature;

above all health and beauty, above all glory and honor, above all

power and dignity, above all knowledge and subtlety, above all

riches and arts, above all joy and gladness, above all fame and

praise, above all sweetness and comfort, above all hope and

promise, above all desert and desire. Above all gifts and favor

that Thou canst give and pour upon us, above all mirth and

exultation that the mind can receive and feel; finally, all the host

of Heaven, above all finally, above angels and archangels, and

above all the host of Heaven, above all things visible and invisible,

and above all that is not Thee, my God.

Because Thou, O lord my God, art above all things the best; Thou

alone art most high, Thou alone most powerful, Thou alone most

sufficient and most full, Thou alone most sweet and most full of

consolation. Thou alone art most lovely and loving, Thou alone

most noble and glorious above all things; in whom all good things

together both perfectly are, and ever have been, and shall be.

~ Thomas à Kempis, Of the Imitation of Christ

11 The The The The SpiritSpiritSpiritSpiritual Disciplineual Disciplineual Disciplineual Discipline of Stewardshipof Stewardshipof Stewardshipof Stewardship

When some people hear the word Stewardship, the first thing

that comes to mind is the financial aspect and as it relates to our

annual "Stewardship Campaign". Of course that happens each

year but in fact, "Stewardship" is everything you do in life

after accepting Jesus.

Jesus teaches us that our responsibility as his disciples is to

recognize that God is the provider of all that we possess and that

our call is to be generous givers of all of our resources whatever

they may be. God gave us everything, from the ground where you

might have built your house, to the trees that made up the wood

used to support it, to the water that you drink every day. Being a

generous giver is a spiritual response to God’s goodness. Giving

back to the Church and community should always be with a joyful

and willing spirit. As the Bible teaches in Corinthians 9:7: Each of

you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not

reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.

As Christian stewards we acknowledge the greatness and

goodness of God through prayer, fellowship, study, and worship.

Examples of this are found throughout the Bible.

In Isaiah 40:31 it reads: But those who hope in the Lord will renew

their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles, they will run

and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.

With all of the Stewards of the Peekskill Presbyterian

Church striving to be faithful servants, our Church will soar on

wings like eagles and never grow weary as we address the needs

of our Church and surrounding community today, tomorrow, and

all the days that follow.

~ Thanks to John Burke for this month’s discipleship message on Stewardship.

Church NewsChurch NewsChurch NewsChurch News 6

The FallThe FallThe FallThe Fall Work Work Work Work Bee Bee Bee Bee Have you noticed the absence of tall weeds in the cemetery? How about

the cleaner windows or the fresh clean banner on the front of the

Church? The Work Bee was a wonderful success, full of fellowship and

great work. The terrific turnout allowed us to concentrate on some

bigger projects. Volunteers painted the entrance railings and some of the

walls in the CE lobby. Others spruced up the santuary and gave the

kitchen an intense cleaning. Thanks so much to all the Church members

and to our dear friends from Gates of Heaven and Boy Scout Troop 284

who made it such a terrific day. We are all blessed to have such

dedicated and talented members and friends.

New Ministry Meeting Times New Ministry Meeting Times New Ministry Meeting Times New Ministry Meeting Times A couple of ministries have changed their meeting times. The Afghan

Knitters are now meeting on Fridays at 12 noon. The Mission Ministry

has rescheduled their monthly meeting to coincide with Soup Kitchen

Prep (Tuesday before the 4th Wednesday – yes it’s complicated) at 6 p.m.

Building SecurityBuilding SecurityBuilding SecurityBuilding Security

You may have heard that our Church experienced a break-in last

month. Someone cut through a window screen and broke into

the Pastor’s Study. The police were notified. As far as we could

tell, nothing was taken or damaged. Although this incident

seemed minor, it reminded us again that building security is an

important issue. If you are using the Church building, please be

sure to double check that all the windows are closed and doors

are locked when you leave. An insecure building not only

threatens our property, it creates risks for our volunteers, our

staff, and for the children in HeadStart. We need the help of

everyone who uses the Church to keep our building secure.

Congregational ConversationCongregational ConversationCongregational ConversationCongregational Conversation

The first “Conversation” forum addressed members’ questions

about the maintenance of our Church buildings. The discussion

was engaging and informative. Watch for notice of future forums.

7 Upcoming EventsUpcoming EventsUpcoming EventsUpcoming Events

Commitment Sunday Commitment Sunday Commitment Sunday Commitment Sunday November 3November 3November 3November 3rdrdrdrd On Sunday November 3rd we’ll kick off our annual

pledge drive. That’s the day to bring your pledge card

to Worship and offer your promise to support the

Church financially throughout 2014. Whatever you can pledge

will be gratefully received. Your commitment will help give

meaningful shape to the budgeting process for next year.

Boy Scout Pasta Supper Boy Scout Pasta Supper Boy Scout Pasta Supper Boy Scout Pasta Supper Boy Scout Troop 284 is holding a pasta dinner fund

raiser on Saturday November 9th. There’ll be pasta,

meatballs, salad, bread, and a beverage all for $10.

Dinner will run from 5 – 8 p.m. in the Social Hall. Come on out

and support our troop!

Mt. Vernon Honoring Ray BrownMt. Vernon Honoring Ray BrownMt. Vernon Honoring Ray BrownMt. Vernon Honoring Ray Brown As part of their 125th anniversary celebration the Mt. Vernon

Presbyterian Church has decided to honor our own Raymond

Brown with an award for Meritorious Humanitarian Ministry

as a Community Leader. Mt. Vernon has heard about the

work Ray does here in Peekskill with the Boy Scouts, the

Christmas Dinner, and the youth of Peekskill. The celebration

will take place at Greentree, 538 Davenport Avenue in New Rochelle on

Friday November 8th; 7:15 p.m. for cocktails & silent auction, 8:00 p.m.

for dinner. The cost is $125 per person. Contact Pastor Stephany for

information about making a reservation. Praise God for Ray!

A Prayer for Thanksgiving by Brian F. King

Pastor’s Message - continued from page 2 10 thankful to God for this year.

• For families who have recently lost loved ones; offer a

prayer in their memory. Remind your guests that nothing

in all of creation could ever separate us from God’s love.

Be encouraged to find creative ways to share your faith with your

family and friends this year. College students, newlyweds, aging

family members, new parents, and everyone in between will

benefit from your spiritual

hospitality. It will sustain

them long after the

holidays have ended. It is

truly the best that we

have to offer.

By Faith,

Pastor Stephany

Personal Bible StudyPersonal Bible StudyPersonal Bible StudyPersonal Bible Study

Zephaniah 3:17

If ever you are feeling alone do not despair for the Lord is always

near to you. He has promised to be with us and save us from evil

if we will follow His teachings. When He sees that we are

spending time seeking His wisdom and studying His word He will

be joyous of our progress. Even when times seem hard and we

are troubled we can be calmed by the fact that God loves us

unconditionally. We should shout His name with intense praise

and share His goodness with whomever we come in contact with.

Questions to Contemplate:

• How easy is it for you to trust that God is with you always?

• Do you praise God fervently even in times of trouble?

• When you are learning more about God through study of

the scriptures, do you feel rewarded?

~ Thanks to Elder Charlene Woods for this month’s Bible Study

O Lord, with humble hearts we pray Thy blessing this Thanksgiving Day And ask that at table place, Where grateful folk say words of grace, That Thou will come to share the yield Thy bounty gave to farm and field.

We pray thy love will bless, O Lord, Each hearth, each home, each festive board; And that Thy peace will come to stay Where candles glow, Thanksgiving Day.

Pastor’s Office Hours Wednesdays 10 am – 3 pm

Thursdays 4 pm – 7 pm

Saturdays 11:30 am – 4:30 pm

By appointment on Fridays 10 am – 3 pm

9 Member ProfileMember ProfileMember ProfileMember Profile

ELLA SUTTLE … Hiding in Plain Sight!

Ella Suttle is a vital part of our

congregation, yet she’s so quiet about it,

that we can readily say she “gives her alms

in secret.” Whenever there is a need for

volunteers, Ella is present. She shows up,

sometimes without notice, and often just

in the nick of time. Ella has helped to decorate the church for the

Christmas holidays; cleaned pews, windows, etc. at work bees;

prepares lunch for the Sunday on Saturday program; assists with

the summer youth camp, and the list goes on! Be sure to greet

Ella and thank her for all her gifts of 'time and talent'.

Ministry ProfileMinistry ProfileMinistry ProfileMinistry Profile

The Nominating CommitteeThe Nominating CommitteeThe Nominating CommitteeThe Nominating Committee Because of its democratic history, the Presbyterian Church insists

that its leaders be elected by the members. As a result Peekskill

Presbyterian Church has a nominating committee whose task is to

select members to assist the Church in caring work (Deacons) and

in governance (Session). Each Nominator serves a two year term,

with half the group being replaced every year. Tina and Cliff are

co-chairs of this committee. The pastor is a non-voting member.

During the 1980's under the chairmanship of elder Dick Smith, the

committee was titled Nominating and Leadership Development.

Today, the task of the group is to identify leaders and help them

to become members of either Board. Nominating meets as

needed. When vacancies occur during the year the committee

will work to find a replacement. The slate of proposed officers

and nominating members is presented at the annual meeting for

the vote of those members attending. As always, nominations

may be made from the floor. Nominating Committee:

Tina Wileikis, Linda

Buckiewicz, Jean Valente,

Cliff Heaton, Caroline

Renaud, Hilda Arturi

Upcoming EventsUpcoming EventsUpcoming EventsUpcoming Events 8

Hanging of the GreensHanging of the GreensHanging of the GreensHanging of the Greens Saturday Saturday Saturday Saturday November 30November 30November 30November 30thththth Come deck the hall with boughs of holly and get the

Church ready for Advent and Christmas! We’ll be

decorating the sanctuary on Saturday November 30th (that’s the

Saturday after Thanksgiving) at 9 a.m. Come for the fun, the

fellowship, and the loveliness of God’s Church dressed in her best!

Bible Study: Bible Study: Bible Study: Bible Study: Creeds Creeds Creeds Creeds of the Churchof the Churchof the Churchof the Church David Denham is leading a multi-week Bible Study during the

Adult Education Hour on the Creeds of the Church and why they

are important. The study will explore the history, purpose, and

Biblical foundations of the creeds and their importance for today’s

Christians. Join the discussion after worship in the Parlor.

PAPA Interfaith PAPA Interfaith PAPA Interfaith PAPA Interfaith Thanksgiving Dinner on Thanksgiving Dinner on Thanksgiving Dinner on Thanksgiving Dinner on Sunday NovembSunday NovembSunday NovembSunday November 24er 24er 24er 24thththth

The Peekskill Area Pastors’ Association will host a free interfaith

community Thanksgiving Dinner at the First Hebrew Congregation

at 6 pm on Sunday November 24th. Our own Pastor Stephany will

be a featured preacher. All members of the community are

welcome join in this wonderful, annual Peekskill tradition.

Christmas Luncheon December 6Christmas Luncheon December 6Christmas Luncheon December 6Christmas Luncheon December 6

We are all excited about our new venue for the

Christmas Luncheon. We are hoping for a beautiful

day and the presence of many of our friends &

church family to celebrate with us at The Taormina

Restaurant in Peekskill. All Ladies of the church –

save the date, sign up and meet us at the Taormina Restaurant

December 6, 2013 – 12 noon to 3 pm. Good food and a great time

has been planned. Cost: $25 per person.

PEEKSKILL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH • NOVEMBER 2013 www.peekskillpresby.org

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

There’s a lot going on at our Church, and the building has

other users, such as HeadStart and Gates of Heaven.

Contact the Church office to confirm availability before

planning anything in the Church building.

Church Office Hours: Monday thru Thursday 8:00 – 2:00

Pastor’s Office Hours: Wednesdays 10:00 – 3:00, Thursdays

4:00 – 7:00, Saturdays 11:30 – 4:30, & Fridays by appointment

Thrift Shop Hours: Wednesdays, Thursdays, & Saturdays

10:00 – 3:00

OCTOBER 30

AA 6:30

Chancel Choir 7:30

31

Halloween

NOVEMBER 1 All Saints Day

Knitting &

Crocheting 12:00

2

Sunday on Saturday

12:00

3 Daylight saving

Time Ends

Community

Breakfast 8:30

Commitment

Sunday

WORSHIP 10:00

with Communion

Adult Bible 11:30

4

Performing Arts

7:00

Boy Scouts 7:30

5 Election Day

Fitness Club 6:45

Christian

Education 7:30

6

Lord’s Attic 6:15

AA 6:30

Spanish Language

Class 7:00

Chancel Choir 7:30

7

C & B 7:00

8

Knitting &

Crocheting 12:00

Mt. Vernon Church

Honoring Ray

Brown 7:15

9

Men’s Breakfast &

Bible Study 9:00

Boy Scout Pasta

Dinner 5 :00-8:00

10

WORSHIP 10:00

Adult Bible 11:30

11 Veterans’ Day

Praise Choir 7:00

12

Fitness Club 6:45

13

Bridge 1:00

AA 6:30

Spanish Language

Class 7:00

Chancel Choir 7:30

14

Session 7:30

15

Knitting &

Crocheting 12:00

16

Sunday on Saturday

12:00

Bridge 7:30 at

Hortons’

17

Congregational

Life 9:00

WORSHIP 10:00

With Communion

Adult Bible 11:30

Boy Scout

Leaders 7:00

18

Praise Choir 7:00

Boy Scouts 7:30

19

Fitness Club 6:45

Deacons 7:00

20

AA 6:30

Spanish Language

Class 7:00

NO CHOIR

REHEARSAL

21

Westchester Food

Bank Distribution

2:30 – 6:00

22

Knitting &

Crocheting 12:00

Friday Night Book

Discussion 7:30

23

Men’s Breakfast &

Bible Study 9:00

24

Congregational

Life 9:00

WORSHIP 10:00

With Praise Choir!

Stewardship 11:15

Adult Bible 11:30

PAPA Thanksgiving

Dinner 6 :00

25

Performing Arts

7:00

Boy Scouts 7:30

26

Soup Kitchen 5:30

Mission Meeting

6:00

Fitness Club 6:45

27

Connected 6:00

AA 6:30

Chancel Choir 7:30

28

Thanksgiving

Church Office

Closed

29

30

Hanging of the

Greens 9:00

DECEMBER 1

1st

Sunday of

Advent

Community

Breakfast 8:30

WORSHIP 10:00

With Communion

Adult Bible 11:30

2

Performing Arts

7:00

Boy Scouts 7:30

3

Fitness Club 6:45

Christian

Education 7:30

4

AA 6:30

Spanish Language

Class 7:00

Chancel Choir 7:30

5 6

Knitting &

Crocheting 12:00

Women of HOPE

Christmas

Luncheon at

Taormina

12:00

7

Men’s Breakfast &

Bible Study 9:00