point loma march ommunity vol. 28 presbyterian no. 3...
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A note from Pastor Karla… When the page of the calendar turns to March, I start to wear purple. I don't necessary love the color purple, but in the liturgical calendar (the rhythms of the Christian year), this color reminds us that we are in a period of repentance and reflection. The season of Lent is a time of waiting. We all know the difficulties of waiting, in particular when we are waiting for something wonderful to emerge. The expectation of the wonderful is what we
set our eyes on despite knowing it will likely be dark and painful to get there. The most difficult thing about birthing my son, more than labor pains if you can imagine, was fasting. When a woman enters the birthing process, hospitals don't allow them to consume food or drink just in case there becomes a need for emergency surgery. Because I had Gestational Diabetes in my last trimester of pregnancy, I was already desperately craving sweets and bread, so the thought that I might get to taste an almond croissant after fasting during labor was a wonderful image to focus on. This sounds awful in retrospect, that I was more excited about eating a French pastry than meeting my son, but, of course, I understood the delight of dessert more than the delight of being a mother at the time, so I focused on what I understood. Yet despite my very low expectations, God gave me something far better than a French pastry. Most of us live our lives in such a way where we settle for far less than God
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March 2019
Vol. 28 No. 3
Point Loma
Community
Presbyterian
Church Sunday Classic Worship
8:30 and 10:45 am Sanctuary
Café Service 9:45 am
Chapel
Rev. Karla Shaw Senior Pastor
www.pointlomachurch.org 2128 Chatsworth Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92107
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Session Highlights .................. 2
Adult Ministry ........................ 3
Senior Adult Ministry ............. 3
BRICK Youth ........................... 4
Red Brick Preschool ................ 4
Children’s Ministry ................ 5
SERVE ..................................... 6
Session & Staff........................ 7
Special Events......................... 8
LOOKING AHEAD
March 3: SERVE at Ladle
March 6: Ash Wednesday March 7: Life After Loss Support Group
March 9: Lenten Quiet Day Retreat
March 9-23: Interfaith Shelter
March 10: Living It Out Sermon Debrief March 12: Senior St. Patrick’s Day Lunch
March 13: Lenten Series Dinner/Teaching
March 17: Living It Out Sermon Debrief
March 20: Lenten Series Dinner/Teaching
March 21: Prayers and Pints
March 24: Living It Out Sermon Debrief March 27: Lenten Series Dinner/Teaching
March 31: Living It Out Sermon Debrief
Our Vision: Loving Everyone to LIFE with
Everything we Have. Our Mission: Through authentic community, we seek to EXPERIENCE Jesus, JOURNEY into Deeper
Faith, STRENGTHEN the Church, and TRANSFORM our World.
Values: 1. We are a good home.
2. We are intergenerational. 3. We inspire engagement.
For more information and to register, please visit
Pointlomachurch.org/register
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CHURCH NEWS
actually wants to give us. And we do that by not allowing God into our lives, into our pain--which is why the season of Lent is so important in our journey of faith--as in it, we make room in our lives for God. N.T. Wright once wrote, “Lent is a time for discipline, for confession, for honesty, not because God is mean or fault-finding or finger-pointing but because he wants us to know the joy of being cleaned out, ready for all the good things he now has in store.” May this season of being cleaned, prepare us all for God's deeper work in our lives. Grateful for purple, Pastor Karla
Session Highlights February 27, 2018 Session Meeting
Elder Sam Przywitowski led a Mad Lib exercise to help describe how Session elders perceive the culture of our church at the February 27 meeting, and Elder Barbett Wood shared her journey of faith. Finance Chair C. Gresham Bayne reported that February was a very good month for pledge gathering, and that the 2019 Operating Budget is now on firm footing. The final 2018 budget report will be delayed while the accounting system is converted from a cash basis to an accrual basis. Bayne also reported on planned improvements to the Sanctuary and Chapel sound systems with the installation of telecoil technology allowing better transmission of microphone sounds to worshipers wearing hearing aids. Worship and Music Chair Rebecca Cress announced the change of her Session Committee name to Worship and Arts, demonstrating worship leaders’ intent that “all the arts, all our gifts should be used in our worship.” Youth Ministry Chair Elder Mike Long was pleased to report that he has recruited energetic church members to serve on his committee. He also reported that Youth Ministry Associate Michael Lombrano will begin volunteering with the high school group while Sarah Butterfield will add the Youth Associate role to her part-time MOPS Coordinator position. … and the Session concluded the meeting hearing a report on termites from Facilities Chair Elder Dave Simmons. John Spafford Clerk
A note from Pastor Karla, continued from page 1
Renovation Task Force Update After interviewing several architecture firms and viewing
their work in depth, the RTF has chosen domusstudio to
help us create a Master Plan for our church campus.
Their website is domusstudio.com.
The Master Plan process will consider the input gathered
from our church community, current facilities data, and
projected needs of our ministries to create general
renovation plans. These designs and strategies will be
presented to our Congregation to consider. The RTF
members include John Brand-Chair, Douglas Buser, Susan
Cramer, Will Hage, Bob Holst, and Melissa Mullins.
Family Camp - October 11-13, 2019 Join us at the YMCA’s Camp Marston in Julian. Please look for the online registration coming soon to reserve your spot! Have you never been to a PLCPC Family Camp? Then this is your year! Come join other families from PLCPC (of all ages) and see what it's all about!
Daylight Savings Time Sunday Begins at 2:00 am on Sunday, March 10
Remember to spring forward before you head to bed on Saturday, March 9.
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Sunday Scripture Group—9:45 am in the Parlor.
A 4-part introductory review of C.S. Lewis’ Mere Christianity.
Contact: Bob Simoneau, [email protected]
Monday Morning Men—6:30-8:30 am at Peet’s Coffee (955 Catalina Blvd.) A casual but intentional time to connect. Drop by for a weekly devotional, coffee and encouragement. Contact: Evan Gratz, [email protected]. Continuing the Conversation— 4th Monday at 7 pm in the Parlor. Our goal is a racism-free society through transformed hearts and minds. Contact: Gordy Lutes, [email protected] Rachel Circle—3rd Mondays at 9:30 am in the Library. This month we will meet Joyce Pritchett, PLCPC’s communications coordinator. Contact: Marge Grant, (619) 296-2720. Tuesday Morning Women’s Bible Study—9 am, in the Parlor. A study of Peter’s letters, led by Pastor Karla. Women of all ages and stages are welcome! Contact: Clara Blenis, (619) 223-5950.
Men@Work—Wednesday at 8:30 am in the Library. A time for fellowship and brief Bible study followed by work projects at the church. All abilities are welcome. Contact: Don Griffith [email protected] Wednesday Moms’ Bible Study—9:15-10:30 am, in the Parlor. A study of Peter’s letters, led by Pastor Karla. Moms of kids elementary age and younger are invited. Childcare provided. Contact: Julia Roller, [email protected] Wednesday Men’s Bible Study— 5 pm in the Parlor. Gresham Bayne leads our current study of Luke. Contact: Jerry Heidt, [email protected] Wednesday Refresh—1st and 3rd Weds., 7-8:30 pm at the home of Jim Grisolia and Carla Stayboldt. 2868 Dove St. 92103. We're working through The Book of Forgiving, by Desmond & Mpho Tutu. Contact: Jim Grisolia, [email protected]
ADULT MINISTRY
SUPREME COURT DECISIONS ($12) Monday, March 4, 11-12:30 pm in the Family Life Center Stephen P. Oggel, Attorney, will discuss several cases currently pending before the U.S. Supreme Court. Class members are encouraged to participate in a thorough discussion of each case. Register through OASIS by calling 619-881-6262 or at www.oasisnet.org, or pay by check at the door. FIDDLE GIRL! – ST. PATRICK’S DAY LUNCHEON AND SHOW Tuesday, March 12; Doors Open at 10, Entertainment at 11, Lunch at Noon ($6); 9:30-11:00 Blood Pressure Checks Celia Lawley plays 10 instruments, and will sing, dance and play familiar Irish tunes in this high-energy show. Enjoy a traditional St. Patrick’s day meal of savory corned beef & cabbage, potatoes, vegetables, and all the fixings ($6). RSVP to Elaine CURRENT EVENT DISCUSSION GROUP Tuesday, March 19, 10-11:30 am, Family Life Center Keep up to date with happenings in our world. Bring a news article, magazine story, or topic of general interest to discuss. Coffee & pastries served. FALL PREVENTION & BALANCE SCREENING WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20, 12-2:00 pm, Family Life Center. Do you live with dizziness or imbalance? Learn the risk factors and health concerns regarding balance at this free lecture & participate in a free balance screening. Presented by SHARP Healthcare.
AARP SAFE DRIVING COURSE Two Parts: Tuesday, March 26 & Tuesday, April 2, 9:00 am- 1:00 pm, Family Life Center; Taught by Certified AARP Instructor, Herbie Stern. By taking a driver refresher course you'll learn the current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques and how to operate your vehicle more safely in today's increasingly challenging driving environment. Learn how you can manage common age-related changes in vision, hearing and
reaction time. RSVP required to Elaine. Can pay at the class - $15 AARP Members; $20 Non-Members
FOREVER FIT | GENTLE EXERCISE CLASS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE YMCA Every Wednesday at 9 am, FLC. FREE!
Elaine Burrell, Director, MSW | [email protected] | 619-223-1633 x210
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Nicole Hage, Director | [email protected]
619-223-3327 | www.redbrickpreschool.org
The Red Brick Preschool is selling Cards for a Cause. Boxes of
30 beautifully crafted cards will be sold on the plaza March 10 & 17.
Each box is $32. Your purchase will directly help the preschool. Thank
you for your continued support.
Information about our Summer camps coming soon...
BRICK MONDAYS Junior High // Mondays 5-7 pm High School // Mondays 7-9 pm
Youth Center
BRICK THURSDAY High School // 7-9 pm
Smith Family Casa
BRICK ON SUNDAYS Junior High // Sundays 9:45 am
Start in Café service
R.O. Smith, Youth Ministry Director | [email protected]
619-223-1633 x216
High School Small Group
A small group opportunity open for HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ONLY on Thursday nights. They meet at the Smith Family Casa from 7-9 pm for an evening of snack food, playing games, and a time of study and discussion. Please contact R.O. Smith for more information and directions.
Online Registration Open Until April 1st
Open to current 7th-10th grade students.
Confirmation is the time when young people
claim the promises that were made on their behalf in baptism. It is also an opportunity
to learn what Presbyterians believe and to become full-fledged members of Point Loma
Community Presbyterian Church. Cost of the program is $125 per student, which helps
cover the cost of materials, the retreat, classes and the Confo Luncheon. **Please do
not allow the cost of the program to prohibit participation as scholarships are available.
Registration began February 1. Contact R.O. Smith for more information.
Save These Dates!
Pointlomachurch.org/register
CAMPUS BY THE SEA (current 5th-7th graders) Registration open now!
Trip Days: July 23-27 Price: $435
HOUSEBOATS (current 8th-12th graders)
Registration open now! Trip Days: August 4-10
Price: $495
Partner With The Youth Through Prayer
Rancho Genesis is in the process of building a new 9-acre camp property to be used for Summer 2019. The week of March 25-29, we are taking a group of 13 students ranging from 6 th through 12th grade, and 3 adult leaders down to Mexico to help in the construction process. We invite you to partner with us by praying for our team. We are seeking God’s unmistakable presence and protection as we travel, build, and learn all about what God is doing to renew and restore orphans in Mexico through the ministry of Genesis Diez.
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Sunday Programs 8:30 am – Traditional Sunday School Children attend the first part of worship with their caregivers in the sanctuary and are then escorted to Sunday School to participate in age-appropriate classes following a scripture based curriculum. 9:45 am – Kids Café worship Check-in your children at 9:40am in the Family Life Center and pick up immediately following the Café service. Children meet as a group for songs, activities, a message, and an offering before breaking out into age-appropriate small groups.
Children’s Communion Experience * Save the date for our annual Communion Experience for 4th & 5th graders. This is an opportunity for students to learn about the sacrament of Holy Communion during Lent. Class is taught by Carlene Albrecht. It will be held over two sessions—Ash Wednesday, during our adult Lenten series, and Maundy Thursday during Worship. Wednesday, March 6 Part I: Learn the story of Exodus and how the Jewish people were finally freed from slavery. Choose to receive ashes with friends.
Thursday, April 18 Part II: Enjoy a Seder Dinner on the floor with grass mats and pillows. Taste and see the culture of Jesus’ time and understand the meaning of the Last Supper and why we celebrate Communion. *RSVP required by March 3. Please email Karen: [email protected]
Journey Our group for 4th & 5th graders meets every Monday night in the Youth Center from 4-
5:30 pm for games, fellowship and a lesson. $3 donation for pizza. Friends are always welcome! On February 4 all 6th graders were invited to officially become part of Brick Jr. High youth group that meets on Mondays from 5-7pm in the Youth Center.
Kids Club on Thursdays Kids Club is a fun & relaxed midweek program that allows kids to connect with others through crafts, active games, Bible stories, snacks and music. It is not essential, but many families pair this program with Children’s Choir. Grades 2 - 6 meet from 4:00—5:00 pm in Room 6 Age 4 - Grade 1 meet from 5:00—5:45 pm in Room 6
Children and Youth Choirs
Cherub Choir Age 4 - Grade 1 Thursdays 4:00— 4:50 pm Joyful Praise Choir Grades 2 - 6 Thursdays 5:00— 6:00 pm Contact Alicia at [email protected]
MOPS: Mothers of Preschoolers www.meetup.com/playgroup-754 Contact: [email protected]
Mar. 4: Playground Playdate (At CDC playground) Mar. 11: Topic TBD (FLC) Mar. 16: Mom’s Night Out, location TBD Mar. 18: Kristie Christie: Living like a Lite Brite, Faith over Fear in a World of Worry (FLC) Mar. 26: Book Club
Karen Connor, Director | [email protected] | 619-223-1633 x215
Vacation Bible School
Save the date for “Roar” VBS
the week of June 24-28.
At Roar, kids explore God’s
goodness and celebrate a
ferocious faith that powers
them through this wild life.
Open to children from
Preschool – 5th grade.
Registration opens soon!
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Interfaith Shelter In San Diego County, nearly 9,000 of our neighbors are homeless (although experts agree that the actual number is far higher). This month, March 9-23 PLCPC is hosting up to 12 homeless guests (men, women and children) who are actively working with case managers at Presbyterian Urban Ministries to seek employment, long-term housing and other services. Through the Interfaith Shelter, a non-denominational rotational shelter, the participants receive shelter, food and support services at different churches in the community. We need a host of volunteers to assure that our
homeless brothers and sisters feel safe and well-cared for during their stay with us. Sign-up information is available at the SERVE table on the plaza on Sunday mornings and on our web site: pointlomachurch.org/register.
SERVE with us at Ladle Fellowship —March 3 Join us at Ladle Fellowship to SERVE our brothers and Sisters in need. Meet us at First Presbyterian, downtown (320 Date Street) at 1:00 pm. (NOTE: You will enter on the Third Ave side). Be sure to wear closed toed shoes and comfortable clothing. Sign-up on the Plaza or contact [email protected] for more information.
Choir Festival Concert for the Community Our Children's Choir and Alicia McMillan are participating in a choir festival with other children and youth choirs from the San Diego area, led by acclaimed choral directors. Join us for this wonderful free community concert sponsored by the Chorister's Guild and support our children.
Sunday, March 10 at 5:00pm La Jolla Presbyterian Church 7715 Draper Ave. SD 92037 A freewill offering will be taken. For more information, contact [email protected]
New Choral Ensemble Invitation A new choral group is launching to sing in the 10:45 worship service. Rehearsals are twice a month on Sundays from 9:50-10:40 am. Contact [email protected] for more information.
Choir News & Updates
Life After Loss is a grief support group led by Rev. Alex
Wirth from PLCPC and Rev. Megan Cochran from
Westminster Presbyterian Church. It is geared towards
those grieving the loss of a loved one. We will reflect on
scripture and passages from C.S. Lewis' A Grief Observed,
pray, and use ritual to live into the new reality of our
grief. The Life After Loss group begins March 7 at 2 pm in
the Parlor. Life After Loss will meet every other
Thursday (March 7, March 21, April 4, April 18, May 2,
May 16) .
Attention All Men! Join us! Prayers & Pints— March 21, 5pm at Dirty Birds (Liberty Station). Come for drinks, food, fellowship and to watch the first round of the Men's
Basketball March Madness Tournament. Invite someone new!
Questions? Contact Evan [email protected]
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Church Ministry Program and
Support Staff 619-223-1633
OFFICE HOURS
Monday—Thursday 9 am to 5 pm
Friday– 9 am to 1 pm Rev. Karla Shaw, Senior Pastor
[email protected]—Ext. 202
Rev. Alex Wirth, Associate Pastor
[email protected]—Ext. 205
Rev. Dr. Chris Lenocker, Parish Associate
[email protected]—619-987-8433
Melissa Mullins, Business Administrator—Ext. 204
Alicia McMillan, Director of Worship & Music—Ext. 208
Organist/Director of Children’s Choirs
Bryan Verhoye, Music Associate & Pianist
Evan Gratz, Director of Community Life
[email protected]—Ext. 211
Elaine Burrell, Director of Senior Adult Ministry
[email protected]—Ext. 210
R. O. Smith, Director of Youth Ministry/Café Worship Leader
[email protected]—Ext. 216
Karen Connor, Director of Children’s Ministry
[email protected]—Ext. 215
Cynthia Hernandez, Child Care Coordinator/
Children’s Ministry Assistant—Ext. 212
Sarah Butterfield, MOPS Coordinator/ Youth Ministry Associate
Nicole Hage, Preschool & TLC Director
[email protected]—Ext. 220
Andrea Benitez, Preschool Admin Assistant
[email protected] –Ext. 221
Ann Simoneau, Administrative Assistant—Ext. 203
Evelyn Lambino, Financial Secretary—Ext. 206
Joyce Pritchett Communications Coordinator
[email protected]. 209
Church Office / Front Desk—Ext. 201
*Denotes Chair
Rev. Karla Shaw, Senior Pastor 619-223-1633 Ext: 202
Rev. Alex Wirth, Associate Pastor 619-223-1633 Ext: 205
John Spafford, Clerk 619-985-4983, [email protected]
Elder Class of 2019 Phone E-mail Dave Baker Adult Ministry (Family)
619-224-0437 [email protected]
Debbie Fountain Personnel
619-226-7718 [email protected]
Mary Harker Nominating*, Endowment
619-222-0827 [email protected]
Dwight Kellogg Personnel*, Audit*
914-262-1618 [email protected]
Sam Laub Mission Beyond*
408-313-4233 [email protected]
Catherine Rodriguez Children’s Ministry/Preschool
619-379-2459 [email protected]
Dave Simmons Facilities* & Renovation
619-749-6551
619-954-9526
Beth Zedaker Adult Ministry*
619-602-6910 [email protected]
Elder Class of 2020 Phone E-mail Gresham Bayne Finance & Stewardship*
619-223-3494 [email protected]
Douglas Buser Facilities & Renovation*
619-226-6332 [email protected]
Rebecca Cress Worship & Arts
619-255-3220 [email protected]
Susie LaDow Nominating
619-222-3790 [email protected]
Sam Przywitowski Long Range Planning*
619-313-3162 [email protected]
Rob Wood Outreach & Church Growth*
619-922-1644 [email protected]
Elder Class of 2021 Phone E-mail Buck Buchanan Personnel
619-841-4080 [email protected]
Max Butterfield Long Range Planning
810-441-6527 [email protected]
Mike Long Youth Ministry*
254-640-0451 [email protected]
Frank Polese Finance & Stewardship
619-843-1282 [email protected]
Rita Solberg Mission Beyond
619-222-2841 [email protected]
Barbett Wood* Children’s Ministry/ Preschool*,
Presbytery Commissioner
619-226-1644 [email protected]
SESSION & STAFF
Deaths:
• Nancy Gould Siemers, Ph.D. passed away January 31, 2019. Services are pending. Please contact Jenny Turk at (619) 223-1084 for more information.
Marriages:
• Congratulations and best wishes to Suzanne Moss and Salvador Reyes who were married in the Sanctuary on February 8, 2019 by Rev. Karla Shaw.
Life Events
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March 6
6-7:30 pm
Dinner &
Worship
pointlomachurch.org/register
Final Words of Christ: A Lenten Series Take a break and come to a 5-week teaching series each Wednesday night during Lent in the Family Life Center (March 13, 20, 27, April 3, 10). 6:00-6:30 - Family Dinner ($5/person $20/family) 6:30-7:30 - Teaching Time w/discussion. Childcare will be provided.
“Living It Out – Personalizing the Sermon” Please join us during the Lenten Sermon Series, “Answering the Questions or Questioning the Answers?” as we debrief after Sunday Worship. Carve out the time to debrief with others your reactions and understanding of the morning sermon and how God might be challenging you to make a personal application. Each week is a stand-alone experience – come when you are able, no registration required! We meet in the Library from 9:45-10:30 am, the Sundays of Lent (March 10, 17, 24, 31, April 7) Questions? Contact Lynn Ziegenfuss, at [email protected] or ask one of our facilitators: John Brand, Mary Harker, Carol Leimbach, Cheryl Louie, Karen or Mike Mudgett!
A Lenten Quiet Retreat Day “At the Foot of the Cross”
Luke 5:16 says, “As often as possible Jesus withdrew to out-of-the-way places for prayer.” You are invited to an “out-of-the-way place” quiet day to begin your season of Lent. Meditations reflect on the meaning of the Cross and your life of faith. What you need to know to join us… When: Saturday, March 9, 9 am-2 pm. Cost: $35.00 (includes light breakfast, lunch, all materials) Retreat hosted by the Spiritual Formation team, facilitated by Lynn Ziegenfuss Place: The Village Community Presbyterian Church, Sign up: pointlomachurch.org/register Questions? Contact Lynn at [email protected]
Men's Retreat - DATE CHANGE May, 17-19 at Rancho Viva. Cost for the full weekend is $50 or $25 for the partial weekend. Look for more information and the online registration coming soon on the PLCPC website.
Rancho Genesis Intergenerational Summer Trip - July 14-20, 2019
Come SERVE with others of all ages from PLCPC for a week in Mexico, just south of Ensenada. We'll be staying and serving at the Brand NEW Rancho Genesis property! Have any interest? Questions or Concerns? Simply want to know more about it? Contact Evan for more information, [email protected]. Informational meetings are set for March 17 at 9:30 am & 11:30 am in the Church Office.
Deacon’s Lenten Food Drive—March 6—April 21
Donate non-perishable food and personal hygiene items to support the following PLCPC partners: Presbyterian Urban Ministries, Loaves & Fishes, OB Community Dinners and
Military Outreach Ministries. Drop-off items in the collection boxes around campus. For more information, contact Kathy Zorn or Eddie Dees at [email protected] or 619-224-2177.