Second PressA publication of Second Presbyterian Church

in Little Rock, ArkansasApril 24, 2019

Please plan to celebrate our 50th Anniversary at this location!Join these and many other Second Presbyterian friends, Sunday, May 5, 2019.

Our church was built and dedicated 50 years ago. Celebrate our 50th Anniversary on Pleasant Valley Drive. The celebration will include a Hymn Sing in Second Hall at 9:50 a.m., one worship service at 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary, and lunch in the Great Hall at 12:00 p.m. Reservations for lunch can be made at the table in the Narthex by paying $8.00/person ($30 maximum per family). You will a receive a #50@600 wristband which will be your ticket for lunch. Reservations may also be made in the church office or online and wristbands can be picked up in the church office.

Join us for a glorious morning of celebration!

50th Fun FactoidsBuilding & Property

• The cross on top of the building is aluminum, weighs 1,000 pounds, and is 20 feet tall and seven feet wide.

• Installation of the cross used what was reportedly “the largest mobile crane ever used in Arkansas” at the time. The crane’s boom extended more than 170 feet.

Most Popular Hymns Sung in Worship2010-2018

1. Now Thank We All Our God2. Be Thou My Vision3. I Sing the Mighty Power of God

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Dear Friends,Our Taking the Next Step stewardship campaign is complete. As a result of the generosity of the members of Second Presbyterian Church, we have received pledges for 2019 in the amount of $2,050,000. This represents a 1.33% increase over 2018 pledges. On April 16, the Session approved a balanced budget for 2019.I want say a special word of thanks to Taking the Next Step chairs Kim and Steve Dunnagan and Ann and Rick Owen. Not only were they the out-front leaders of the campaign, they were involved in a number of meetings, strategy sessions, and discussions prior to and during the campaign. I appreciate their wisdom and deep commitment. I also want to thank the rest of the Taking the Next Step Leadership Team: Cathy and Mark Hagemeier (Affinity Group Leaders) and Betty and Jerry Herron (Prayer Team Leaders). Both of these couples played a crucial role in the campaign.Most of all, I want to thank you, the members of Second Presbyterian Church. You have responded generously to the grace of God in your lives. It is a joy for me to share in the ministry of Jesus Christ with you.Christ’s peace,

#50@600#50@600Celebrate our 50th Anniversary at this location on Sunday, May 5 with a lunch in the newly remodeled Great Hall at 12:00 p.m. Reservations for lunch can be made at the table in the Narthex by paying $8.00 per person (with a maximum of $30 per family) and receive a wristband as your ticket. Reservations can also be made through the church office or online and your wristband can be picked up in the church office.

Menu: Focaccia Chicken, Potato Casserole,

Green Beans, Roll & Butter, Chocolate Pie

An allergy-friendly chicken breast can be provided by special request.

Register for Lunch

Name(s):

No. of Lunches:

Childcare(children under three years of age)

Names and Ages of Children:Name: Age: Name: Age: Name: Age: Name: Age:

SPY KidsEnd of Year Family Picnic

Sunday, April 283:00-5:30 p.m.

Maumelle Park, Pavilion 5SPY Kids, a program of fellowship and service designed for 4th and 5th graders, will celebrate the end of another fun year on Sunday, April 28 with a picnic and games at Maumelle Park. We will bless and “say good-bye” to our graduating 5th graders and will welcome our rising 4th graders. Hot dogs, chips, cookies, and drinks will be provided. Parents and siblings invited!Please RSVP to Jeannie Ford, jeannieford@secondpreslr.org.

Adult Sunday School Speaker SeriesSunday, April 28, Dr. Tionna Jenkins (PH.D., MPH) will help us understand the importance of diet, nutrition and lifestyle change—why it is important to eat an optimal diet and the impact that it has on our environment, decisions and health outcomes. Drawing on her 15 years of public health policy experience, she will share her personal journey and her passion for building movements resulting in effective change in solving complex problems. Dr. Jenkins is the Founder and Content Strategist of Plate it Healthy. This class meets Sundays at 9:50 a.m. in Second Hall.April 28: Dr. Tionna Jenkins – A Whole Food Plant-Based Journey: Food, Faith, Environment and PolicyMay 5: 50th Anniversary Hymn SingMay 12: Rabbi Gene Levy – Jewish MothersMay 19: Henry Goodspeed – Art and SpiritualityMay 26: Henry Goodspeed – Art and Spirituality

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Take Five Parenting PodcastSecond Presbyterian is dropping a podcast! Subscribe at Podbean, Spotify, Stitch or iTunes for all the parenting tidbits. Episodes will drop on the 5th, 15th, and 25th with a meaningful five minutes to discuss family and faith. They are free.

Moms’ Book ClubWe’ve landed on The Blessing of a Skinned Knee: Using Timeless Teachings to Raise Self-Reliant Children by Wendy Mogel, Ph.D. We’ll be meeting bi-weekly on Thursday or Friday in the Youth Building. Choose the day/time that works for you that week. We’ll discuss the same chapters on Thursday and Friday so pick a day, or you can flip flop! Thursdays, 12:00-12:45 p.m. (bring lunch!) or Fridays, 9:00-9:45 a.m. The dates are April 25, 26, May 9, 10. Childcare will be available upon request. Text or e-mail Dania with questions, (412) 818-2835 or daniaedwards@secondpreslr.org.

Guys Night Out TriviaNow the first Thursday of every month! The next event is Thursday, May 2. Attention dads! Come test your knowledge and get to know some of the other dads from church over an evening of trivia at Mellow Mushroom, 16103 Chenal Pkwy., Little Rock. Meet at 6:45 p.m., trivia starts at 7:00 p.m. For more information, text or e-mail Dania Edwards, (412) 818-2835 or daniaedwards@secondpreslr.org.

Are You Getting Updates?If you haven’t already done so, take 10 seconds to text spclr to 84576. You’ll get reminders when we have something fun coming up! Also, follow us on social media to keep up with what we’ve got planned! Facebook & Instagram: @SPLRFamiliesWithYoungChildren.

NEW! Another place to find out info about Families with Young Children Ministry: secondpreslr.org/fwyc. We’ll be updating the website with info and events and links to sign-ups. Check it out if you’re not on social media!

Huldah Evening CircleThe Huldah Evening PW Circle will gather on Sunday, May

19, 5:00 p.m. The Bible Study will be “God’s Promise: I Am with You.”

Please contact Peggy Sullivan with questions about Huldah Circle, pssullivan1949@att.net.Day Circles

Our daytime PW Gathering will be on Tuesday, May 14, 10:00 a.m. in Second Hall. The Bible Study “God’s Promise: I Am with You” will be led by Jeannie Ford. We’ll then have small group circle time at 11:00 a.m. followed by lunch in the Great Hall at 12:00 p.m. Please make lunch reservations by contacting Karin Howze, karinhowze@secondpreslr.org or (501) 227-0000. Reservations are due Friday, May 10.

Please contact Peggy Sullivan, pssullivan1949@att.net, or Jeannie Ford, jeannieford@secondpreslr.org or (501) 227-0000 if you would like more information about the Day Circles.

Presbyterian WomenMay Gatherings

Time & Talents CovenantThe Time and Talents Covenant for 2019 lists a multitude of ways you can be directly involved in the mission of Second Presbyterian Church—from teaching the Bible to adults or children, to serving meals to the homeless poor in downtown Little Rock; from sharing the love of God by visiting hospitalized members, to helping build a Habitat for Humanity house. Every member of Second Presbyterian Church has gifts and skills which can be helpful in the nurture and witness of this congregation. God has blessed us by giving us each other, with the diversity and capability among us. Please take seriously this call to serve God through the life of this congregation. You can complete your 2019 Time & Talents Covenant online at secondpreslr.org.

First and Third Monday MorningWomen’s Bible Study

Spring is “springing” and plans are underway for a four-week study in April and May. All are invited to gather together to study and discuss the book The Lord’s Prayer for Today by William J. Carl III. We have enjoyed studies from this series in previous years (The Beatitudes for Today, Ten Commandments for Today, etc.). The Lord’s Prayer for Today seems particularly appropriate for the Lenten/Easter season and this series has proven to be an engaging group study resource.In this volume well-known preacher and seminary president (and brother of Debbie Freeman, former minister at Westover Hills Presbyterian) William Carl interprets the prayer in light of how it was understood by Jesus’ disciples and examines the significant role the prayer can play in the life of Christian believers today. This book has been described as “a delightfully compelling blend of biblical scholarship, solid theology, and rich storytelling.” Readers will be able to go deeper than they ever have before into the meaning of ‘the shortest and yet most profound prayer ever prayed’.”The book is available in the church office for $10.00. The class will meet in Second Hall at 9:30 a.m. with the following schedule:May 6: Chapters 7, 8, 9 (pages 48 – 67)May 20: Chapters 10, 11, 12 (pages 68 – 93)For more information please contact Jeannie Ford, jeannieford@secondpreslr.org or (501) 227-0000.

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Prescription Drug Take Back DayOn April 27, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., our church will serve as a take back site for the DEA’s National Prescription Drug Takeback Day. The non-medical use of prescription drugs is the second most common form of drug abuse in our country, and proper disposal of unused drugs saves lives and protects the environment. Bring any expired or unused medications in their original container with your personal information either blackened or scratched out, and they will be collected by law enforcement officers for proper disposal. There will be a tent and chairs set up in the church’s front parking lot for easy drop off. Please drop off medications only during the specific hours of the event. For more information, contact Lindy Vogado in the church office at lindyvogado@secondpreslr.org or (501) 227-0000.

Tuesday, May 21, 201912:00-1:00 p.m.

When a loved one dies, one of the most common early reactions is an intense yearning, a sense that part of you is missing, and a hunger to have the person back. Sharing stories often provides solace and helps ease the heartbreak. Our church is providing a place to share those stories. On the third Tuesday of every month, our church will host a Faith and Grief Luncheon from noon to 1:00 p.m. in Second Hall. You will find:• a supportive community of persons who have experienced

the death of a loved one• comfort through scripture and prayers• encouragement through personal stories• hope in sharing your feelings and experiences.

Registration for May 21 can be made by visiting faithandgrief.org or by contacting Sharon Howard in the church office, (501) 227-0000 or sharonhoward@secondpreslr.org.

Summer Music Campsat Second Presbyterian

Register online at secondpreslr.org for either or both camp offerings.Please bring a check or cash to the church to confirm your child’s registration. A confirmation email will be sent to you from Miss Mary within 48 hours of receiving your electronic form.

Pentecost! Discovering the Holy Spirit through art, dance, drums and song: June 3-9, PreK4-5th grade (PreK4-6th grade), Monday-Friday (Sunday worship leadership).

1/2 Day: 8:30-11:30 a.m., $40Full Day: 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., $135

Psalm 150 – Make a Joyful Noise! Improvisation and Praise: August 5-11, Completed K-5th grade (rising 1st-6th grade), Monday-Friday (Sunday worship leadership).

1/2 Day: Afternoons only, 11:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., $50Full Day: VBS in the morning, Monday-Friday. If your child participates in VBS, this makes it a full day camp! Registration for VBS is separate and will open soon.

Questions? Please contact Mary Ibis, maryibis@secondpreslr.org.

Praying Together MilestoneOn Sunday, April 14, ten 4-year-old children participated in a Family Milestone Ministry celebration—“Praying Together.” These children and their parents participated in a variety of crafts, games, stories, and musical activities to explore ways to pray together as a family.

Thank YouOur appreciation goes beyond words for your support, your caring, your prayers, for us and for our daughter Katie in her recent illness and rehabilitation. You might not always know in what ways your prayers are so meaningful, but one way is that you may be praying when someone is too numb to pray on their own, but realizes that you are doing so. Please accept and know our thanks.Cyril and Betsy Hollingsworth

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Matt Coffey, stationed in Little Rock, AR

Andrew Delo, Jeanne Lloyd’s grandson – stationed on the USS Washington, a nuclear sub

Taylor Douglas, son of Susan & Kevin Douglas – Recon Division, destination unknown

David Henry, son of Mary Helen & Joe Henry – at the Pentagon, Washington, DC

Jackson Hudkins, son of Jay Hudkins and Becky Latch, Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, CO

Jonathan Johnson, grandson of Helen Scott, nephew of Clarke & Cindy Scott Huisman – stationed at Warner Robbins, GA

Daniel Jones, Marjorie Watkins’ nephew, Sarah Ceja’s cousin – stationed in Augusta, GA

Jonathan Miller, son of Patrice & Stan Miller – stationed in Fallon, NV

Chris Rookey, son of Hallie & Craig Rookey, grandson of Hallie & Kirk Simmins – deployed to Middle East

Kyle Rought, Mary Ibis’ cousin – stationed in Wahiawa, HI

John Matthew Solomon, son of Mary Margaret & Alan Solomon – stationed at Fort Meade, MD

Kevin Truslow, deployed to South Korea

In Harm’s Way

Usher/Greeter VolunteersAlways Appreciated

Those who serve as ushers and greeters for our worship service are providing a ministry of hospitality for members and visitors to our church. Along with providing an important leadership role for worship, those who serve as ushers and greeters are also afforded a wonderful opportunity to meet and work alongside other members of the congregation. You may contact the following deacons who serve as usher captains to volunteer as ushers or greeters:

May Worship Usher Captains

May 2019STEWPOTCook team: 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.Servers: 11:30 a.m.-1:15 p.m.Friday: April 26, May 3, 10, 17

OUR HOUSESecond Friday of each month, 5:30-7:00 p.m.Families with Young Children delivers and servesFriday: May 10

FOR MORE INFORMATION . . .

OutreachMinistry

StewpotCampbell McLaurin campbellmclaurin@gmail.com

Our HouseLinda HumphriesLCHumphries@comcast.net

8:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m.

Jón Stevensonjstevenson1986@gmail.com

Jenna Rhodesjennarhodes7@gmail.com

11:00 a.m.

Kathryn McMilliankathrynnewsum@gmail.com

Sarah Cejaceja.sarah@gmail.com

Missed a Sermon?Did you miss one of the sermons? If so, you can listen to recent sermons on the church website at secondpreslr.org. Click on “Worship and Music,” then click on “Listen to Recent Sermons.” To receive a copy of a sermon either by e-mail or regular mail, contact Karin Howze, karinhowze@secondpreslr.org or (501) 227-0000. Printed copies are available in the Narthex and the church office.

New in Town?Where’s the bank, the grocery store, the dentist? Oh, yes,

a good vet? Is there a baseball team for 9-year-olds? The telephone doesn’t ring. All that you’ve seen of your neighbor is the blue car and the white dog. You miss your old friends, and there aren’t any new ones yet.

But you have found Second Presbyterian Church. One of our Stephen Ministers can help with these first difficult months.

If you are going through a tough time and could use a caring friend, Second Presbyterian Church is a Stephen Ministry congregation. We provide confidential Christian caregiving to hurting people. To find out more about Stephen Ministry or to receive a Stephen Minister’s care, call Associate Pastor Alisa Secrest, (501) 227-0000. Pastor Alisa will work with you to decide if Stephen Ministry will be a good fit for you and your unique situation.

M I N I S T R YSTEPHEN

Serve wholeheartedly, as if you were serving the Lord, not men.– Ephesians 6:7

Bulletin BoardHospitalized (*Discharged) Rebecca Cate, *Florence Gardner, *Neil Gillespie, *Barbara Hawes, *Beth Highsmith, *Joan Wallace

Our sympathy goes to• Jessica, Elizabeth, Garrett and Donavan Riddick and Joanne Riddick on the death of husband, father and

son, Walt Riddick• Susan Henry and family on the death of her father, Warren Douglas• Mandi and Michael Chappell on the death of Mandi’s grandfather, George E. Hatfield• Bill and Ben Downs and their family on the death of their father, Dr. William D. Downs, Jr.

We would appreciate your help . . . in keeping the church office informed when there is a sickness in your family, when someone is in the hospital, or a death has occurred. Please also keep us updated on the sickness or concern so that the information we have on our Care and Concern Line is accurate. Members and friends can call the Care and Concern Line, (501) 227-6117, on weekdays to receive information about prayer concerns in our church family. We will honor all requests for confidentiality, but in order for us to offer pastoral care we need to be aware of your situation. We also want to know about the joys, accomplishments and achievements of members of the church. Please call Alisa Secrest or Sharon Howard in the church office with information, (501) 227-0000, or e-mail alisasecrest@secondpreslr.org or sharonhoward@secondpreslr.org. Thanks for your help!

Heritage Committee Seeks Second Presbyterian MemorabiliaDo you have old certificates, bulletins, newsletters, programs, or other documents for earlier days of our church? Our Heritage Committee would like to copy such to help fill in some of the gaps in our church records. Please contact Pam Luther, (501) 690-5203.

SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES8:30, 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. SUNDAY SCHOOL9:50 a.m.

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If you have included our Church in your estate plans and would like to share this faithful decision, we appreciate you and would like to thank you for generosity and commitment to the future of the ministries of our church. Please call Malinda Kirchner at the church office or (501) 350-4681.

PASTORRev. Steve HancockASSOCIATE PASTORSRev. Alisa SecrestRev. Lindy Vogado Rev. Jen EvansPARISH ASSOCIATESRev. David GillDr. Robert WilliamsonCHURCH EDUCATORJeannie FordDIRECTOR OF YOUTH MINISTRYRuth AmensenDIRECTOR OF YOUNG ADULT MINISTRYAshley NippDIRECTOR OF FAMILIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN MINISTRYDania EdwardsDIRECTOR OF MUSIC AND ARTSDr. Bevan KeatingASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF MUSICMary IbisORGANISTAdam Savacool9 O’CLOCK MUSIC COORDINATORSarah Jane GuzmanBUSINESS ADMINISTRATORAileen MooreDIRECTOR OF PLANNED GIVINGMalinda KirchnerNEWCOMER CARECatherine AllsburyFACILITIES MANAGERDavid BeachADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATESSage ArnoldTracy MaySharon HowardAdam SavacoolCHILD CARE COORDINATOR & ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATEKarin HowzeSEXTONSGuy HowzeEmily McPherson

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