FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 302 W. Whitner Street Anderson, SC 29624

(864-225-2551)

May 1—31, 2018

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All dates/events subject to change. Tuesday, May 1 9:00 a.m. Dayschool Chapel 10:00 a.m. Rhodes Respite Care - FLC 10:00 a.m. Outreach Entertainers - Kirk 3:00 p.m. WOW Bible Study - Rm 212 Wednesday, May 2 8:45 a.m. L.I.T. Bible Study - Bagel Shop 9:15 a.m. Chair Yoga - Rm 216 10:00 a.m. Staff Meeting - Rm 212 12:00 p.m. Men’s Bible Study - FLC 5:30 p.m. Disciple Bible Study Fellowship - McDougald Rm 6:00 p.m. Zumba - FLC 7:00 p.m. Rejoicers Bible Study - FLC 7:00 p.m. Chancel Choir Rehearsal Thursday, May 3 10:00 a.m. Labyrinth Tour - Hospice House 10:00 a.m. Rhodes Respite Care - FLC Friday, May 4 7:00 & 8:00 a.m. Men’s Huddle @ Mama Penn’s 9:00 a.m. Dayschool Bike-a-Thon Saturday, May 5 No scheduled events Sunday, May 6 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. PW Birthday Brunch - Kirk 10:30 a.m. Worship 12:30 p.m. Golf Tournament Monday, May 7 12:45 p.m. McDougald Room reserved 1:00 p.m. Seekers Bible Study - Rm 212 Tuesday, May 8 9:00 a.m. Dayschool Chapel 10:00 a.m. Rhodes Respite Care - FLC 3:00 p.m. WOW Bible Study - Rm 212 Wednesday, May 9 8:45am L.I.T. Bible Study - Bagel Shop 9:15 a.m. Chair Yoga - Rm 216 10:00 a.m. Staff Meeting - Rm 212

10:00 a.m. VBS Decorate Day - Kirk 12:00 p.m. Men’s Bible Study - FLC 4:00 p.m. Christian Education Mtg– Rm 212 5:30 p.m. Worship Meeting - Kirk 6:00 p.m. Zumba - FLC 7:00 p.m. Rejoicers Bible Study - FLC Thursday, May 10 10:00 a.m. Rhodes Respite Care - FLC 10:00 a.m. Prayer Shawl Ministry - Rm 110 Friday, May 11 3:00 p.m. Book Club - Parlor Saturday, May 12 No scheduled events Sunday, May 13 - Happy Mother’s Day 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Monday, May 14 1:00 p.m. Seekers Bible Study - Rm 212 5:55 p.m. Yoga - FLC 6:00 p.m. Session/Deacon Meeting - Kirk Tuesday, May 15 9:00 a.m. Dayschool Chapel 10:00 a.m. Rhodes Respite Care - FLC 3:00 p.m. WOW Bible Study - Rm 212 Wednesday, May 16 8:45 a.m. L.I.T. Bible Study - Bagel Shop 9:15 a.m. Chair Yoga - Rm 216 10:00 a.m. Staff Meeting - Rm 212 12:00 p.m. Men’s Bible Study - FLC 6:00 p.m. Zumba - FLC 6:30 p.m. Holy Land Trip Meeting - Kirk 7:00 p.m. Rejoicers Bible Study - FLC Thursday, May 17 10:00 a.m. Rhodes Respite Care - FLC Friday, May 18 7:00 & 8:00 a.m. Men’s Huddle Saturday, May 19 8:00 a.m. Rise Against Hunger Project Sunday, May 20 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Youth Breakfast - Kirk 10:30 a.m. Worship - Youth Sunday

Monday, May 21 12:45 p.m. McDougald Room Reserved 1:00 p.m. Seekers Bible Study - Rm 212 Tuesday, May 22 9:00 a.m. Dayschool Chapel 10:00 a.m. Rhodes Respite Care - FLC 3:00 p.m. WOW Bible Study - Rm 212 Wednesday, May 23 8:45 a.m. L.I.T. Bible Study - Bagel Shop 9:15 a.m. Chair Yoga - Rm 216 10:00 a.m. Staff Meeting - Rm 212 12:00 p.m. Men’s Bible Study - FLC 6:00 p.m. Zumba - FLC 7:00 p.m. Rejoicers Bible Study - FLC Thursday, May 24 10:00 a.m. Rhodes Respite Care - FLC 10:00 a.m. Prayer Shawl Ministry - Rm 110 Friday, May 25 No scheduled events Saturday, May 26 No scheduled events Sunday, May 27 8:30 a.m.—12:30 p.m. AnMed Bloodmobile 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship - Family Life Center 11:30 a.m. Congregational Picnic Monday, May 28 Church Office & Daycare Closed Tuesday, May 29 9:00 a.m. Dayschool Chapel 10:00 a.m. Rhodes Respite Care - FLC 3:00 p.m. WOW Bible Study - Rm 212 Wednesday, May 30 8:45 a.m. L.I.T. Bible Study - Bagel Shop 10:00 a.m. VBS Decorate Day - Kirk 12:00 p.m. Men’s Bible Study - FLC 6:00 p.m. Zumba - FLC 7:00 p.m. Rejoicers Bible Study - FLC Thursday, May 31 10:00 a.m. Rhodes Respite Care - FLC 5:45 p.m. Dayschool 4 Yr-Old Graduation Sanctuary

SUMMER WORSHIP SCHEDULE BEGINS

SUNDAY, MAY 6 One Service at 10:30am

Sunday School at 9:30am Adult Classes remain in their

regular classes in May.

The First Word “Strive first for the kingdom of God.”“Strive first for the kingdom of God.”“Strive first for the kingdom of God.”“Strive first for the kingdom of God.” Matthew 6:33

First Presbyterian Church, Anderson, SC May 1—31 Volume LVII, Issue 09

May 6 - 10:30am

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-18

Jennifer Stewart preaching:

“ Joy For The Journey”

Announcer: Jenny Pray

Extended Session:

Room 102 - 2’s & 3’s

Chris & Morgan DeBrew

Room 101 - 4’s & 5’s

Bee & Carlisle Baker

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May 13 - 10:30am

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Dennis Tedder preaching

“He Humbled Himself”

Announcer: Duane Loftis

Extended Session:

Room 102 - 2’s & 3’s:

Philip & Nancy Keller

Room 101 - 4’s & 5’s:

Tim Self & Elizabeth McKnight

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May 20 - 10:30am

YOUTH SUNDAY

“A Whole New World”

Extended Session:

Room 102 - 2’s & 3’s

Kyle & Julia Evatt

Room 101 - 4’s & 5’s

Shawn & Emily Holland

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May 27 - 10:30am

SERVICE IN FAMILY LIFE CENTER

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Dennis Tedder Preaching

“Let’s Say It Again”

Announcer: Emily Holland

Extended Session:

Room 102 - 2’s & 3’s

Jennifer Stewart

Room 101 4’s & 5’s

Linden & Catherine Ryan

JOIN US on Sunday, May 20th Our youth will be leading the entire worship service and we will also

be honoring our graduates during the service.

Please join us for a wonderful morning of celebration and worship.

Worship & Cookout Worship & Cookout Worship & Cookout Worship & Cookout Sunday, May 27th @ 10:30amSunday, May 27th @ 10:30amSunday, May 27th @ 10:30amSunday, May 27th @ 10:30am

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All funds raised go to support our youth mission fund.

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Are you a golfer? Recruit a team of 4 to play in the tournament.

Own a business? We have lot of opportunities to support our youth & promote your business at the same time.

Sponsorships: You can sponsor a hole in memory or in honor of a loved one. ‘

Not a golfer? We could still use your help. We are in need of donations for: door prizes, golfer goodie bags, team prizes, etc. Monetary and food donations are lunch are also needed.

To register, sponsor or if you have any questions contact:

Kari Morgan, #225.2551, KariM@FPCAndersonSC.com

INTENTIONAL FAITH DEVELOPMENT

Sunday, May 6th:

Youth Fundraiser Golf Tournament - Parents

check your email to see how you can help.

Sunday, May 13th:

Enjoy this day celebrating the wonderful

women in your life.

Sunday, May 20th:

Youth Sunday & Graduate Sunday Celebration College graduates - please send names to Kari Morgan or

Debra Keeney in church office.

For more information or if you have questions: Kari Morgan, KariM@FPCAndersonSC.com, #225.2551

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YOUTH SUNDAY SCHOOL

Middle School—We are studying the Letters to the

Philippians — a book of JOY! Teachers are working hard

to connect your Sunday school lesson with Dr. Tedder's

sermon! Join them in ‘heaven.’

High School—Our teachers have committed 4 weeks

each to preparing and leading discussions with you on

the Gospel of John. Bring your Bible and make a

commitment to connecting to Scripture more in 2018.

Leader for May: MICHAEL RICHARDS

252 Basics MAY - HONESTY

5K – 5th Grade SUNDAY at 9:30 in Rm 124

Honesty - choosing to be truthful in whatever you say and do. What does honesty have to do with our

connection to God? Come dig through the Bible with us to find out!

Coming in June … we will spend the whole month

learning the Books of the Bible through fun games and activities! More details coming soon. You don’t want to

miss it!!

Sunday school is important! Get your kids here...we’re busy building disciples!

Have you heard of a Prayer Labyrinth, but never actually walked one before? Join Jennifer for a day of prayer and reflection on Thursday, May 3, 10:00am to 1:00pm. We will gather in the chapel for a quick devotion before heading over to Hospice of the Upstate where we will learn more about the history and uses of a Prayer Labyrinth. Afterwards, we will enjoy lunch in Rose Hall. Lunch cost: $8-10 (cash only please)

THIS IS OPEN TO ALL!

Please call the church office to register. We are limited to 14 participants.

PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN’S

BIRTHDAY BRUNCH

SUNDAY, MAY 6th 9:30am

IN THE KIRK

All women of the church are encouraged to join us

for our annual birthday brunch! We will recognize

and honor two FPC women for their contribu�ons

to our church and community. Our guest speaker

is our very own ANDREA STORIE who will share her

experiences and pictures of her recent trip to the

Holy Land!

Did you participate in our year long

DISICPLE BIBLE STUDY on Wed or

Thurs? If so, we would like to invite

you to come and spend about an hour

with Dennis and Jennifer on

Wednesday, May 2nd at 5:30pm in the Family Life Center.

We will enjoy dessert and fellowship...but really want to

hear your thoughts and opinions after completing the year

with us. Please call the church office to RSVP. 225-2551

The AnMed Bloodmobile will be here Sunday, May 27 from 8:30am to

12:30pm. Eat a good breakfast or lunch before donating. Bring your picture ID.

The Christian sympathy of the pastor & congregation is expressed to: Jody and Elliott Crudup and family on the death of her father, Ambrose Easterby on April 12th. David and Saunders McCollum and family on the

death of her father, John Wardlaw on April 15th. John and Celeste Griffith and family on the death of her father, Jim Rodgers on April 16th. Jeff & Kathleen Guilbault and family on the death of her mother, Mary Bradley on April 22nd.

Vacation Bible School will soon be here!

We need your empty 15 ounce soup & vegetable cans for a craft project. Please rinse them out and leave them in the church office. Just wait until you see what we can make with cans!

Register your child for Vacation Bible School today at:

http://rrr.cokesburyvbs.com/firstpresanderson

Our Mission emphasis for May is our Christian

Education department. To help with our summer ministry

program we will be collecting: water bottles, individually

wrapped kid-friendly non-sugary snacks (cheez-its, gold-

fish, crackers, etc.) and powdered lemonade mix. Bring

your donations to the blue bins outside the church office.

Thanks for your support of this ministry.

Want to study God’s Word but can’t make it to a small group? Read and reflect at home on the

passages Dr. Tedder will be preaching on each week. Our church library has books and Bible commentaries

that can help us better understand and connect scripture to our lives. MAY—PHILIPPIANS

May 6— Philippians 1:1-18 May 13—Philippians 2:1-11

May 20—Youth Sunday May 27—Philippians 4:4-7

Vacation Bible School June 11-15, 2018 9am—12noon

WANT TO HAVE FUN AND SERVE AT THE SAME TIME? JOIN OUR VBS TEAM!

We are still looking for help in these areas:

• Recreation/ Game leader

• Bible Class leader *Bible Class helper

• Preschool leaders *Guides ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

KIRK DECORATING DAYS: Want to help us transform the Kirk into a

“Rolling River Masterpiece”? Join us for one of our two decorating work days.

May 9th and May 30th 10am—4pm ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

SIGN YOUR KIDS UP NOW: https://rrr.cokesburyvbs.com/firstpresanderson

Cost: $15—includes all supplies, crafts, snacks, t-shirt and music cd (scholarships are available upon request)

OUTREACH ENTERTAINERS Rhodes Respite Care invites you to join us on Tuesday, May 1st for an entertaining 45 minute program begin-ning at 10:00am in the Kirk. The Outreach Entertainers from the Anderson County Senior Citizens Program at the Jo Brown Senior Center will be here to entertain us. Coffee and snacks served at 10:00am. For more information, contact Gail Marion at 245-1694. All are welcome to attend.

Summer Sizzle Fun . . .Save the Dates Vacation Bible School … June 11-15

Martial Arts Camp … June 11-15 This will be offered in the afternoons after VBS.

Basketball Camp … June 25-28

Summer Outreach Day Camp … August 6 - 10. For Kindergarten thru 2nd graders. Limited spots available.

Foothills Presbytery Rise Against

Hunger Packing Session

Saturday, May 19th

Meet at FPC at 8am to depart. We should return around 1:30pm.

We will join other churches in our presbytery to package meals for hungry children around the world.

This is a great event for families! Please call the church office to sign up to ride the bus!

Contact Jennifer Stewart for more info.

Holy Land Meeting Wednesday, May 16th

6:30pm - Kirk

All participants signed up to go our own 2019 trip to the Holy Land are asked to attend.

JUNE: SUMMER TEACHING SERIES

Sunday mornings at 9:30am in the Kirk

THE JEWISH ROOTS OF CHRISTIANITY: Everything You Always Wanted to Know but

Were Afraid to Ask

We are excited to welcome guest speaker, Dr. Peter Cohen, to lead our adult Sunday school classes during the month of June. Dr. Cohen is a senior lecturer in Religion at Clemson University. His teaching interests revolve around looking at the

common traits shared by the religious traditions of the world, rather than looking for their differences.