Newsletter by Independent Presbyterian Church

January/February 2015

“A Place to Foster Growth” Graham Heights Streets Ministries unveiled The Liz Lounge September 8 of this year. The lounge is open Monday–Thursday from 2:00–6:00 p.m. Reggie Davis arrived at the idea to name the lounge after the late Liz Fleming. “It definitely meant a lot to me. I was surprised,” Liz’s daughter, Ruthie Turpin said. Liz was a member of Independent and served the church in a variety of ways. Ruthie currently serves as Recreation Director at Streets. As Recreation Director, she supervises and plans activities and sports for students. Ruthie collaborated with other Streets staff members to create the lounge as a space for girls to spend time. “This place is great for people who are looking for ways to get plugged in,” she said. The lounge is a place for Streets middle and high school girls. The room has a television for girls to watch movies, craft tables for

The Liz Lounge at Streets Graham Heights art projects, books and magazines to read, and comfortable furniture, with the intention to provide girls at Streets a place where they can relax and build community. “It is a multi-faceted room. We saw it as a place where we could chill and hang-out,” Ruthie said. At least thirty girls use the lounge for various activities, every day. The lounge is used for art Classes on Mondays and a class called beautiful me on Wednesdays, to discuss, boys, health, money, internet safety, etc. “It’s just kind of a place to foster relationships and growth. Especially for girls,” Ruthie said. A Bible study for upper high school and lower college age women is held in the lounge on Wednesday evenings. “This is where we’re working to build up strong women who are firm in their faith,” Ruthie said. Several members of IPC have had a hand in the development and design of The Liz Lounge. “The purpose is to build community with the girls. The hope for the future is for people to volunteer their time,” Lisa Yelverton said. Lisa is a current member of IPC and has been involved in decorating the lounge. She was in a bible study led by Liz Fleming for ten years. “She was a dear mentor and a friend,” Lisa said. The lounge is a representation of many of Liz Fleming’s favorite Sermons are available online: www.indepres.org/resources/sermons IPC podcast is available: www.indepres.org/resources/podcasts

Bi-Monthly Issue #1 things. “She was an avid reader. That was kind of the inspiration behind having a place to go and read,” Lisa said. “It encapsulates a lot of who she was and all the things she supported,” said Adrienne Hillyer, current Fitness Director at IPC and close friend of Liz. “A lot of people have become friends because of her. That’s just who she was,” Adrienne said. Liz’s favorite verse, Hebrews 10:23, was about hope. “I think of The Liz Lounge as a place of hope for the students,” Adrienne said. Tricee Fuson met Liz Fleming in April 1991. “She brought a meal to Steve and me after the birth of our daughter Hannah. We were brand new mem“This is where we’re working bers at IPC. I distinctly to build up strong women remember being so that someone who are firm in their faith.” touched we didn’t even know was ministering to us in such a thoughtful and practical way,” Tricee said. Tricee has also helped decorate the lounge. “It encapsulates so many things that Liz loved including fellowship, teaching, and reading,” Tricee said. The Liz Lounge is a place for women to enjoy community. “It embodies so much of who Liz was, because she believed in hospitality. She loved to laugh and I hope that it will be a place where they can go and laugh,” Adrienne said. If you would like to serve The Liz Lounge in any way, contact Noelle Douglass at NDouglass@streetsministries.org. “This room can function without all the bells and whistles. What we really need is prayer,” Ruthie said. “The possibilities are truly endless. I believe Liz would be so pleased,” Tricee said.

There aren’t many people who truly understand the unique challenges single parents face. You deeply desire to do what’s best for your kids, but sometimes it’s all you can do to survive from one day to the next. Single & Parenting is a special weekly group that will bring hope to your life. We’d love for you to join us. Class will meet for thirteen sessions on Wednesday evenings, beginning January 7. Contact, Danielle Hansen at singleparenting@indepres. org for more information.

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IPC Announcements Congratulations: To Kristen and Matt Toombs on the birth of their daughter, Annie Vance Toombs, on October 20, 2014; to Abby and Stephen Ellis on the birth of their son, Mathew Cotton Ellis, on October 22, 2014; to Philip and Renee Cook on the birth of their daughter, Elena Louise Cook, on October 24, 2014; to Mary and Matt Stewart on the birth of their daughter, Allison Elizabeth Stewart, on November 4, 2014; to Cameron and Trevor Knight on the birth of their daughter, Caroline Anne Knight, on November 11, 2014; to Molly and Daniel Shumate on the birth of their son, Patrick Daniel Shumate, on November 24, 2014. Our Church in Bereavement – Our sympathy to the family of Beverly Jackson, who died on October 19, 2014; to Roy and Shirley Andrews on the death of his sister, Nancy McNamee, on October 21, 2014; to Bobby and Helen Wade on the death of his father, Alston Boyd Wade, Jr., on October 25, 2014; to Whitney and James McDonald on the death of her father, Ralph Farmer, on November 2, 2014; to Cindy and Ray Wilson, on the death of her mother, Madelyn Cole, on November 10, 2014; to Tina and Walter Edge, on the death of his mother, Melba McBride Edge, on December 2, 2014; to Dudley and Joan Schaefer and family on the death of their son Paul Schaefer, on December 9, 2014; to Carolyn Bennett, on the death of her husband, Tom Bennett, on December 9, 2014. Welcome New Members (joined from October 2014- November 2014) Mary Dunklin, Jeff Hannah, Stephen and Mary Virginia Felker, Rich and Michelle Frymire, Allie Frymire, Mike Frymire, Lacy and Durden Sharpe, Will McEwan, Jeff and Julie Mcknight, Scott Miller, Ty Smith, Thompson McDonald.

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For more information about RUF campus ministry go to www.ruf.org

Missions Conference Feb. 25 - Mar. 1 Our mission to the College Campus

Fitness Classes Offered: Body Blast, Holy Yoga, Pilates, Senior Strength Fitness Room Hours (January-February) Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Wednesday 8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Friday 8:30 a.m. – Noon Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Check our website, www.indepres.org for a class schedule and more details about Fitness@IPC. Contact Adrienne Hillyer, (901) 763-3857 or ahillyer@indepres.org

Bible studies resume January 6 @ 9:30, join a small group: Romans, The Gift of God by Tim Keller; Westminster Shorter Catechism; The 7 Experiment by Jen Hatmaker; The Red Sea Rules by Robert Morgan; One Thousand Gifts by Ann Voskamp Mom’s the Word – for new moms, a study in the book of Proverbs by Kathleen Nielson Soup’s On – Mark your calendars. More details to come. February 17 Spring Luncheon April 21, speaker Susan Yates, “Is Your God Big Enough? An invitation to Find Out” For more info contact Barbara, bcollins@indepres.org

Some resources to consider for the New Year. 25% OFF Jewelry Offer good only on in-stock items. Good for dates: January 4 – 30. COUPON

Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus by Nabeel Qureshi is a great book for these long, cold winter nights. This is a story of a devout Muslim from a loving family and what happens when he is faced with the claims of Jesus Christ. You will not be able to put it down.

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The Ladies Book Club is changing the meeting place due to construction. Call the bookstore for meeting place and book titles.

THEE OUTLET

We are continuing to clean out our store. Be sure to come by Thee Outlet. We are constantly adding new items and lowering the prices.

Music Ministry@IPC 2015

Teacher Appreciation Sunday

Excellent opportunities for musical training and worship leadership are available to everyone from 18 months of age through adults. All choirs are open for membership! Contact the music office for more details at musicoffice@indepres.org.

We want you to know... How much we appreciate YOU! Join us for a Come-and-Go Brunch

Sunday, January 25, 8:15 – 11:30 a.m. | Room 219 Hosted by the Nursery, Children, Youth and Choir Staff.

Wednesday Rehearsals (resuming January 7) 5:30 p.m. Jr. High Choir 6:30 p.m. Preschool, Kindergarten and Elementary Choirs 7:30 p.m. Adult Choir Sunday Rehearsals (resuming January 11) 5:00 p.m. Senior High Choir

IPC Senior High Parents’ Meeting Sunday, January 11 All parents of senior high students are invited to attend a meeting led by Justin Jones and Richie Sessions. We will discuss our upcoming spring and summer events as well as the future of Senior High @IPC.

Upcoming Music Events Palm Sunday Program, March 29, 6:00 p.m. The Adult Choir with Orchestra Jr. High Choir Spring Trip, April 17-19 Jr. High Choir Homecoming Concert April 22, 6:00 p.m.

Butternut Squash Soup for the New Year!

Children’s Choirs Spring Program Preschool, Kindergarten and Elementary Choirs April 29, 6:30 p.m. Senior High Choir Northeastern Tour May 27-June 3 Senior High Choir Homecoming Concert June 3, 6:30 p.m., Sanctuary

“Butternut Squash Soup is a crowd pleaser and an easy soup to do on a cold winter day.” Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins • Prep Time: 25 mins • Cook Time: 50 mins Ingredients: • 6 slices bacon • 1 large onion, chopped • 2 carrots, chopped • 2 celery ribs, chopped • 1 granny smith apple, peeled and finely chopped • 2 garlic cloves, chopped • 4 (12 ounce) packages frozen butternut squash, thawed or 3 lbs fresh butternut squash, peeled, seeded and chopped

• 1 (32 ounce) container fat-free low-sodium chicken broth • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice • 1 1/2 tablespoons honey • 2 teaspoons salt • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper • 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg • 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper • 1/4 cup whipping cream • sour cream (for garnish) • ground red pepper (for garnish)

Journey to the Highlands of Inverness, Scotland

Directions: Cook bacon slices in large pot until crisp. • Remove bacon and drain. • Reserve 2 tbsp. drippings in pan. • Crumble bacon and set aside. • Sauté onion and carrots in bacon drippings over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes (until onion is tender). • Add celery and apple to pan and sauté 5 minutes. • Add garlic and sauté 1 minute. • Add squash and chicken broth. • Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until carrots are tender. • Process mixture, in batches, in a blender or food processor until smooth.• (Hot mixtures will erupt out of blender if too full– believe me I know). • Return mixture to pot. • Stir in lime juice and next 7 ingredients. • Simmer for 7-10 minutes or until thickened. • Top soup with crumbled bacon and garnish with sour cream and red pepper.

JULY 10 – 18, 2015 Members of Independent Presbyterian are cordially invited to visit members of Smithton Free Church in Inverness, Scotland and experience the Highlands in a most personable and memorable way! For more information contact Elizabeth Fowlkes at efowlkes@indepres.org.

Institute of Soul Formation | Congregational Electives Wednesday Evenings@IPC, January 2015

CLASS

TEACHER/FACILIATOR LOCATION

How Do I Know Christianity Is True? Apologetics

Jeremy Jones

Fellowship Hall North

Small Group Ministry Toolkit Leadership Training

Richie Sessions, Ed Norton, Barbara Collins

Fellowship Hall

Samuel Husband, Parker Tenent

Room 131

Neighboring 101: Your Best Life Now

Single & Parenting Chet Pinckernell, Danielle Hansen, Janet Miller

Room 233

The Hopeful Marriage Mike and Barb Malone, Murray and Liz Garrott

Chapel

Spiritual Gifts Romans 8:30: The Golden Chain of Salvation

Lisa Turner

Conference Room

Johnathan Keenan

Room 237

Please join us on Wednesday evenings in January for the elective of your choice. Our prayer will be that you will be encouraged and your souls strengthened. Registration tables will be in the Rotunda during December and January.

JAN/FEB 2015

Childcare for Children K – 5th grade during Renewal

Friday: “That Thing” fun in the Romper Room from 6:30-7:30 a.m. Saturday Morning: games and movies in the Romper Room 9:30 a.m. Childcare will be provided until 12:00 p.m.