Volume 22, No. 4
First Presbyterian Church of Clarkesville
April, 2015
Holy Week March 29, Palm Sunday Palms to Passion 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
April 2, Maundy Thursday Tenebrae Service with Candle Lighting 7:00 p.m. The Lord’s Supper & Draping of the Cross Pancake Supper precedes the Service at 6pm
Palms Processional precedes each Service
Sunday, April 5
Easter Sunday
One Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Sunday School: Please check with your Teacher (Remember to bring flowers from your yard & place them on outside Cross before Worship Service begins)
Grounds Clean Up Day Saturday, March 28 8:30 a.m.
Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 4 at 10: 00 a.m. (Doors open at 9am)
SESSION NEWS BYTES
Bytes from March 10, 2015 Session Mtg Officer Retreat covered 4 chapters of Sail Boat Church by Joan Gray. Devotion was on Ch. 5 Session approved for Desi Barrett to have family baby shower in FC on May 16 Session approved for TLS to use FC, Toddler Rms for Childcare on April 25 Bldgs/Grds Clean Up Day is Sat, March 28 at 8:30am Session approved to have VBS July 6 -9 Session approved for Tina Jimmerson to be speaker at Mother’s Day Luncheon on Sat, May 2 Session approved to postpone any further sound system exploration for the time being. Addendum: Church raised $2,700 for PEB (14 Christian Schools in Pakistan) which Veeda Javaid oversees & also $790 for SHE (Struggle, Hope, Empowerment) for women/children in Pakistan who are at risk of, or are being, abused. Thank you!
Year-to-date through the end of Feb. 2015, expenses exceeded revenues by $4,513. In January, $2,600 of expenses were our yearly contributions to programs that we support including: 1) Sharing & Caring - $500; 2) Habitat for Humanity - $100; 3) Soup Kitchen - $500; 4) Circle of Hope - $500; 5) Grace Gate - $500; and 6) Habersham Homeless Ministries - $500. In February, $1,353 of expenses was our annual premium for casualty and workers comp insurance. We expect revenues to exceed expenses in the coming months as many of these one-time expenses are paid early in the fiscal year. Brian Horton, Treasurer
The Contributions/Expenses for March were not available before Newsletter was printed. A Huge Thank You! A Huge Thank You! to all who helped make Veeda Javaid’s visit so very memorable!
To the Prayer Team for preparing the way (Joyce Tomanek, Zelda Waller, Jacky Vespi, Candy Wallace, Phil Hull, Joan Curtis, Bob/Martha Hopkins, Evelyn Waugh). To those who provided Lodging (Steve/Carrie Griswold, Emery/Susanna Warnock). To those who hosted Dinners or Lunch (Griswold’s, Warnock’s, Ed/Nancy Carmack & Friends, Phylecia Wilson/Mary Harlan & Friends, David/Faith Inglis & Friends, John/Phoebe Martin & Friends). To those who provided Transportation (Griswold’s, Warnock’s, Nancy Carmack, Tina Evans). To those who coordinated the Ladies Luncheon from Mission & Outreach & others (Renee Moorhead, Mary Harlan, Nancy Carmack, Susanna Warnock & Friends). To those who coordinated, prepared & decorated for the Fantabulous Reception (Renee Moorhead, Mary Harlan, Nancy Carmack, Barb Johns, Sue Manning, Polly Erickson, Carrie Griswold, Faith Inglis, Deanna Anglin, Ken Curtis, Jim Johns, Bobby Palmer, Liam Warnock). To all who brought food (half the women of the church). To the photographers (Barb Johns, Melissa Henderson, & others). To the Childcare provider (Jacky Vespi). To the gifted Audio/Sound/Detail person who helped the schedule stay on task (Melissa Henderson). To all those who were accidentally left off the list….God was watching It takes a Village! Thank You from one Very Proud Pastor!
We need some helper bunnies! REMINDER: We need more candy & plastic eggs. 
We need your help stuffing the eggs. Please join us before (5:30 p.m.) and/or just after the Maundy Thursday Pancake Supper, April 2nd to stuff eggs.
 In addition, we need your help the morning of the hunt, April 4th People are needed to hide eggs and to patrol the banks of the yard near Washington St. for safety of the children. Be at FPCC no later than 8:30 a.m.
Join us for our Annual Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 4th Doors open @ 9:00 a.m. - Egg Hunt begins @ 10:00 a.m. Ages 0-9 Crafts, egg dyeing, face painting, and pictures with the Easter Bunny! We are still looking for volunteers, if you would like to help the Easter Bunny this year please contact Cat Simpson @ 706-499-4409 or Renee Moorhead @ 770-654-2599.
Photos from 2014 Easter Egg Hunt
Here at FPCC – there is a Sunday School class for everyone!
The Young Adult Sunday School Class meets in the Fellowship Center during the Sunday school hour. They are reading and discussing Trust Us...They’ll Ask: Answers to Your Kids’ Toughest and Most Awkward Questions. All young parents, as well as young adult nonparents are welcome. The Search Party Class is enjoying their study of “Mixed Blessings” a book of Sermons by Barbara Brown Taylor. If you enjoy discussion you are welcome. (Room 213) The Speak Easy Class is on Chapter Eight of Barbara Brown Taylor’s “Learning to Walk in the Dark.” In this series, under the leadership of Brice Graves, the class is following Taylor’s book and studying ways to find spirituality in those times when we don’t have all the answers. They meet in the Education wing (Room 214) & would love to have you join in. Diggers and Seekers are studying the Book of Judges they are in (Room 212). Al Peterson has an amazing knowledge of the Old Testament and new members are welcome. We now have a 3 & 4 Year-Old Class. They meet with Kathryn Kelly downstairs in the room right next to the stairway in the Franklin House. The Pre-K and K Class meets across the hall with Kathy Palmer this month. Grades 2 & 3 meet in the Education Wing with Joan Curtis and 4 & 5 next door with Shelia Greene. The Middle School (Grades 6-9) meet upstairs in the Franklin House with FPCC Youth Director, David Hammock. Senior High meet in the Parlor with Susanna Warnock.
Presbyterian Women FPCC P.W. group will meet on the first Tuesday in April on the 7th at 10:00 am. Please note the change from our normal meeting date.
The Men’s monthly breakfast has moved to the Crossroads Café. For more information contact Larry Weese.
The Women’s bible study will meet on the second Tuesday, April 14th at 10:00 a.m. If you are a visitor and want to come, you too are welcome. This is a great place to meet and get to know each other. We look forward to seeing you. Zelda Waller Moderator
Building & Grounds meet the first Saturday of each month 8:00 am in the fellowship hall. For more information contact Ken Curtis at 706776-8543 or John Carmack at 770-754-0202. This month we are helping with the Easter Egg Hunt.
VBS – Hold the Dates!! July 6 – 9
for Hometown Nazareth…Where Jesus was a Kid Everyone knows what it’s like to hear your mom tell stories from your childhood. Can you imagine the kind of stories Mary could tell? This year we will be taking our children (ages 4 – 12) to Hometown Nazareth where they will stand up for their faith among people who doubt the carpenter’s son is really God’s son. Bible Points will help kids realize Jesus was a kid…just like them. So be sure to make plans for your child to attend and bring a neighbor. Of course, like always, volunteers are needed. A sign-up sheet is in the Narthex or you can call or email Phylecia Wilson (404-401-7969/phylecia35@windstrean.net or fpcc.edu@hemc.net).
Wonderful Wednesday Wonderful Wednesday will not be held on April 1 or on April 8. April 15 TBA April 22 TBA April 29 Emory Warnock on his travels to Pakistan
FPCC ANNUAL SPRING CLEANING Join us Saturday, March 28th at 8:30 a.m. to celebrate the arrival of spring by helping with us with the spring cleaning at the church.
Help is needed in the following areas: We need wheelbarrow drivers to load and move wood chips for mulch to the trees in front of the Franklin House. Rakes, gloves, and enthusiasm welcomed. If you wish to work inside please bring dusters, buckets and cleaning supplies along with your enthusiasm.
Sound System Volunteers are needed for both services on Sunday Worship. Signup sheet is on bulletin board outside of office. Training will be provided. Ushers/Greeters needed for 2015 We are in need of ushers & greeters for 2015. Please see the sign-up sheet on the bulletin board next to the church office or contact Claudia Jessup if you are willing to serve, thejessups@windstream.net or call at 706839-1838.
Church Mission Statement God calls us to welcome all people and to equip them to become disciples, who use their gifts to serve Christ by serving others.
Veeda’s Visit
We enjoyed a luncheon at the Attic. Dr. Emory Warnock shared his Pakistan experience with the congregation.
We enjoyed the reception at the church for Veeda. As you can see in this photo we are proud of our SHE purchases.
FPCC Youth Every year, I look forward to the longer days and warmer temperatures that Spring affords us. This year, Spring also brings some exciting opportunities for the FPCC Youth. In addition to the Easter holiday and Spring Break, the Youth are looking forward to a few service projects to go along with the nice weather. The first week of April, many of the members of the Youth Group will be helping prepare for the annual Easter Egg Hunt (Sat, April 4) by decorating eggs, face painting, and donating food and candy. Also fast approaching is a youth-sponsored pancake dinner to celebrate Maundy Thursday. The meal will be at 6pm on Thursday, April 2, and will feature pancakes, bacon, sausage, and more, served by members of the Youth. This event will take the place of the Biscuit Breakfast fundraiser for the month of April. In the weeks to come, the Youth look forward to some outings to Pitts Park, Youth Sunday in May, and ultimately our mission trip to Charlotte in July. Also of note, the youth section of the church website has been updated and will continue to be updated regularly. We invite everyone to take a look for news and information about the FPCC Youth program. Happy Easter and hope to see everyone at these upcoming events! David Hammock Youth Director
The youth group delivered treats to Clarkesville Fire Department, Habersham County Sheriff's office and Habersham Medical Center ER. While we were building snowmen and drinking hot cocoa during the snow & ice the past couple of weeks, these men and women were working tirelessly to ensure the safety of the citizens of our community. We appreciate all they do for us! In this photo FPCC are left to right Jack Greene, Collen Kelly, Emma Barrett, Ellawyn Ketch, Grace Wills, Anna Paige Barrett & Celia Kate Reeves.
Jonathan Delugach Eagle Scout Ceremony March 22, 2015
Christian, Jonathan, Stuart An Eagle Scout Family
Taking the Eagle Oath lead by his brother Christian.
A few of our church men proudly standing with Jonathan showing their ‘Eagle Scout’ support on his special day. Some of these gentlemen were made Eagle Scouts as far back as 1953. President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed their certificate. FPCC Members in this photo: Brice Grave, Jim Johns, Christian Delugach, Stuart Delugach, and John Martin.
The Little School Corner The Little School –TLS is very proud of their partnerships with Tallulah Falls School – TFS and Rabun Gap Nacoochee Schools – RGNS. RGNS since it has a Presbyterian background. Our graduates in both 4th and 5th grades are invited to spend an orientation day especially for TLS students at both RGNS and TFS. Any graduate of TLS receives a $2,500 scholarship to Rabun Gap Nacoochee School. (This is prior to financial aid and merit scholarships). Additionally, any faculty member of TLS receives a 75% discount on tuition at RGNS and is also eligible for financial aid. RGNS will also pay 85% of the tuition at TLS for any employee's children to attend TLS. Any graduate of TLS receives a $1,000 scholarship to Tallulah Falls School. (This is prior to any merit scholarship or financial aid award). Little School students are also given priority review by the Admissions Committee. All TLS employee children also receive a $1,000 faculty discount. In both instances, the awards are for the duration of the student's attendance at either college prep institution. For additional information about The Little School, call the school office at 706-754-8894 or email: office@tlsacademy.com.
APRIL 2015 Sunday
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Saturday
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2 Maundy Thursday
3 Good Friday
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Palm Sunday 9 AM Early Worship 10 AM Sunday Sch 11 AM Worship 12:15 PM Mid Sch Yth Gr 5 Easter Sunday One Worship 7:16 AM Lisa Sunrise 10 AM Sunday Sch 10 AM M/O Mtg 11 AM Worship 12:15 PM Mid Sch Yth Gr 3 PM Nsg Home
Office Closed 1 PM Art Grp
10 AM Staff Mtg
10:30 AM Soup Kit 11:15 AM TLS Chapel 6 PM Choir/Special practice
8:30 AM Clergy 1 PM Worship Mtg 5:30 PM Egg Stuffing 6 PM Brkfst Supper 7 PM Comm Srvc
Lisa @ home/sermon prep
9 AM Easter Egg Hunt
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Office Closed 1 PM Art Grp
10 AM Presb Wmn 10 AM Staff Mtg 1 PM Educ. Mtg 4 PM Fin/Budg
11:15 AM TLS Chapel 5 PM Prayer Team
8:30 AM Clergy
Lisa @ home/sermon prep
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9 AM Early Worship 10 AM Sunday School 11 AM Worship 12:15 PM Mid Sch Yth Gr
Office Closed 1 PM Art Grp
10 AM Staff Mtg 10 AM Zelda's Bible St 5 PM Session Mtg
11:15 AM TLS Chapel 5 PM Prayer Team 6 PM Potluck 6:45 PM Program 7:30 PM Adult Choir
7:30 AM Clergy 9 AM Lisa- Chaplain @ HCMC 11 AM Soul Sisters 2 PM Personnel Mtg
Lisa @ home/sermon prep
Newsletter Deadline
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9 AM Early Worship 10 AM Sunday Sch 11 AM Worship 12:15 PM Mid Sch Yth Gr
Office Closed 1 PM Art Grp
10 AM Staff Mtg 12:30 PM Grace Gate
11:15 AM TLS Chapel 5 PM Prayer Team 6 PM Potluck 6:45 PM Program 7:30 PM Adult Choir
8:30 AM Clergy
Lisa @ home/sermon prep
5:30 PM TLS Auction
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9 AM Early Worship 10 AM Sunday Sch 11 AM Worship 12:15 PM Mid Sch Yth Gr
Office Closed 1 PM Art Grp
10 AM Staff Mtg
11:15 AM TLS Chapel 5 PM Prayer Team 6 PM Potluck 6:45 PM Program 7:30 PM Adult Choir
8:30 AM Clergy
Lisa @ home/sermon prep
8:30 AM Bldg/Grounds Meeting 8:30 AM Men's Breakfast Group
Birthdays 1st Gordon Kelly; 4th Roy Lingerfelt; 5th James Farmer, Ron Carroll; 6th Dick Manning; 9th Pam Hill, Craig Kelly; 11th John Martin; 12th John MacLean; 14th Cat Simpson; 16th Kite Stribling; 17th Andy Adams, Rick Moorhead; 18th Trey Greene; 19th Frank Worley; 24thTim Healey