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BURNT STORE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
SMOKE SIGNALS
A Monthly Newsletter
February 2015
Ash Wednesday
February 18
9am - 11am
Imposition
of the Ashes
7:00pm
Worship Service
S E S S I O N
M I N I S T R I E S
Session - Ruling Elders
Class of 2015
Kathy Bertani
Lois Gorman
Mike Huston
Joni Sandles
Carol Yoder
Class of 2016
Gary Brewster
Luceal Curry
vacant
Brian Hinman
Barb Lohff
Class of 2017
Bob Gable
Ron Klein
Duncan MacLean
Joyce Pacifico
Kent Smith
Deacons
Class of 2015
Donna Brast
Emma May Goddard
Joanie Huston
Shelley Jahns
Bev Long
Darlene Lull
Joy Merkel
Teresa Todino
Carol Weitz
Class of 2016
Ron Bloom
Nancy Brewster
Pat Hansen
Annemarie Klein
Barbara Klein
Ann Longenbarger
Dar Nuckols
Carolyn Peavey
Kathy Potts
Class of 2017
Dianne Aikey
Helen Bowers
Shirley Braddock
Betty Graves
Bonney Howard
Eleanor Smith
Brenda Tankersley
Pam Tognarine
Jim Qurollo
Clerk of Session
Mike Huston
Ministries and Chairs
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Christian Education
Congregational Care
Evangelism
Facilities and Property
Finance and Stewardship
Mission
Personnel
Worship and the Arts
Bertani* and Gable
Gorman* and Pacifico
Gaylord* and Klein
Smith* and Hinman
Sandles* and Brewster
Curry* and MacLean
Huston*
Lohff* and Yoder
Moderator of Deacons
Ron Bloom
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The Liturgy of February
The practice in our church is to celebrate Holy Communion of the first
Sunday of each month … unless we defer to a more liturgical day.
While we will have Communion on Sunday, February 1 as usual, we will
also celebrate it on February 22 since that day is the First Sunday in
Lent. We will not have Communion on Sunday, March 1.
While not necessarily a liturgical day, Sunday, February 8 is a special
day in our church. That day is Stewardship Commitment Sunday! On
that Sunday … next Sunday … at the offering time we will be invited to
leave our seats and come to the front of the chancel and place our
estimate of giving cards into receptacles there. Please bring your
completed card to worship on that day.
The Sunday immediately prior to Ash Wednesday is always the
Transfiguration of the Lord. On Sunday, February 15 we will remember
this time when, atop a mountain, through Jesus, the Glory of God was
on display to the inner circle of his disciples, Peter, James and John. In
a remarkable passage of the New Testament which appears in all three
Synoptic Gospels (Matthew 17.1-9, Mark 9.2-8 and Luke 9.28-36) the event is described in which Jesus is
changed before those disciples’ very eyes. Jesus shines like the sun, he is joined by Moses and Elijah and
then the voice of the Lord is heard. Peter remembers his experience on this mountain top and he refers to
it in his first letter (1 Peter 1.16-18). The Transfiguration of the Lord takes its place along side his
baptism, crucifixion, resurrection and ascension.
On Wednesday, February 18 Lents begins with our Ash Wednesday plans. I will invite you to read Pastor
Cassie’s article elsewhere in this edition of Smoke Signals. Ash Wednesday derives its name from the
practice of placing ashes on the foreheads of adherents to the faith as a sign of mourning and
repentance. The ashes used are typically gathered after the palms from the previous year’s Palm Sunday
are burned.
At services of worship on this day, ashes are imposed on the foreheads of the faithful. The minister marks
the forehead of each participant with black ashes in the sign of the cross. The act echoes the ancient
tradition of throwing ashes over one’s head to signify repentance. The minister says the following when
applying the ashes:
Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return (Genesis 3.19).
As I mentioned above, Sunday, February 22 is the first Sunday in Lent. Again I invite you to see Pastor
Cassie’s article in which she reminds us of several things about this penitential liturgical season.
See you Sunday ...
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Lent is Upon Us
“Yet even now, says the Lord, return to me with all your heart,
with fasting, with weeping, and with mourning; rend your hearts
and not your clothing. Return to the Lord, your God, for he is
gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast
love, and relents from punishing.”
~Joel 2.12-13
Ecclesiastes 3.1 reminds us, “For everything there is a season,
and a time for every matter under heaven.” This month, we begin
the season of Lent. In this season, it is the time of the year for
prayer, fasting, and examining our selves. Repentance, turning
away from sin, penitence, mourning from the sin we’ve
committed, and almsgiving, giving to those less fortunate, marks
this time.
This isn’t Christmas; it isn’t Easter yet, either. It might seem like
such a gloomy time, a time to want to stay home and not come
to church. If you do this though, you will miss out. The 40 days of
Lent do not include Sundays, and after consulting with Joy and
Tim, I am really excited for what our Sundays in Lent will bring.
You will have to come to church to experience it though!
Ash Wednesday begins the season on February 18th, and we will have ashes available again in the morning
from 9.00AM until 11.00AM. If you’d like to receive ashes, come right in to narthex into the Sanctuary. We
will have someone to greet you and lead you in. You may either pick up a short devotion and read the
devotion in a pew, sit in a pew and pray, or come straight forward. When ever you are ready to receive
the ashes, come up to the front pew and Tim and I will be waiting for you up front to place the ash on
your forehead. Whether you receive ashes in the morning or not please come back for a very meaningful
evening service at 7.00PM.
The first Sunday in Lent, February 22nd, also begins part 1 of Christian Education’s “Changing Lives”
Sunday morning emphasis. We have already journeyed through “Reaching Up” and “Making Disciples” the
first two parts of our mission statement, and now we have come to the third part. Changing Lives, part 1,
will have two classes offered on Sunday Mornings in Lent: A World Worth Saving (9.40AM: Pete Gaylord and
11.00AM: Rosie and Bob Gable) and Christianity and Controversial Issues (9.40AM: Bob Lynch). A World
Worth Saving is a Lent-specific study to help you grown in your prayer life and become involved in acts of
mercy and compassion. Christianity and Controversial Issues will discuss the topic of Christian Ethics
including what is Christian Ethics, are they absolute, and what is a Christian to do? I hope that you will
find your way into a Sunday morning Faithworks class during the season of Lent.
Also, to help our congregation follow along with this season, we will have children and adult calendars on
the Information Carousel in the Narthex before the season begins.
Many Blessings,
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Joy Toll-Chandler
Come one, Come all to the greatest show on earth!!!! - Well, at least one of the greatest shows in Punta Gorda!
Friday, February 13 is THE DATE for our church variety show - featuring some of the amazingly talented
people that call Burnt Store Presbyterian Church one of their spiritual homes. Starting time is 7:00 pm,
when our host for the evening - the one and only Richard Cunningham - will welcome you with a smile
and probably a joke or two.
The show, the third in our TGIV concert series this year, will be a fundraiser for Haiti mission MUSIC
projects. Yes, that's right, mission music projects - guitars for one mission site and hand chimes for
another mission school. How exciting that we can have a great time together enjoying the musical
talents God has given to us, and while there, give an offering of our financial gifts so that folks in
mission areas can enjoy music as well. !The variety show is free, but an offering will be received.
There are over 15 "acts" being prepared for your enjoyment - from high quality serious music to some
very fun playful pieces. There's church music, and country comic "church" music. There's classics and
there's contemporary. There's handbells and dulcimers and voices and pianos (4 of them at once!).
There's men and there's women. There's solos, duets, trios, piano quartets, and a full handbell choir.
And, yes, there will even be an amazing performance of the Hallelujah Chorus.
You don't want to miss this event. Come and enjoy, laugh, and support our Haiti mission projects!
See you there!
Thank you, thank you, thank you to the MANY
people who helped to make the First Annual Boar's
Head Festival not only a reality, but a huge success!
Between 40-50 singers, 2 accompanists, 11 ringers,
40 processors and dancers, 400 in the audience, 30
pie bakers, 10 costumers, on and on the list goes!
Response has been strong to DO IT AGAIN next year!
And indeed that is the plan - so put Epiphany 2016
(January 6) on your calendar now! (I suspect "parts"
will fill up fast - so be sure to sign up early). More
costumes will be made/purchased, thanks to the
generous gifts of the audience this year. Bigger,
better, and yet - all with one goal: to give glory,
honor and praise to our amazing God for the gift of
His Son, Jesus the Christ.!
There are a couple of pictures attached, and here
is a link to the video that George Scheer kindly
took for us. (It's also available via our church
Facebook page). Click here to view video
God bless you all - and thank you!
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Kathy Bertani and Bob Gable, Elders
MEET BOB GABLE …
Bob graciously and eagerly accepted the position as Elder
of Christian Education! Yeah! … I am thrilled to serve
with Bob on Burnt Store Presbyterian Church Christian
Education Ministry.
Here’s a little about Bob:
Bob was born in Akron, Ohio … baptized at Zion Lutheran
Church in Akron. Bob joined the Ohio State Highway
Patrol in 1966. Following his academy training, Bob was
commissioned as an Ohio Trooper in 1968. During his over
28 years of service, he served in several positions and at
various locations throughout Ohio. Some positions
included investigation section, Governors protective
section, and SWAT team. Bob received extensive
management and leadership training in law enforcement
and additional education at Kent State University, Case
Western Reserve University, and Lakeland Community
College. He received numerous promotions during his
career with the Patrol, serving as Commander of
Lebanon Post and retired in March 1995 as Commander of
Patrol’s Cincinnati Operations Section.
Upon retirement, Bob accepted a position as Chief of
Police in Blanchester, Ohio. Here he served eight years
before retiring to Punta Gorda. Bob and his wife, Rosie,
reside in Burnt Store Marina. They enjoy their family of 3
children and 6 grandchildren. Bob and Rosie facilitate
the 11:00 Faithworks class on Sundays.
Bob has always been a Christian and believes in Jesus
Christ as his Lord and Savior. Bob is honored to serve as
Elder of Christian Education and will dedicate himself to the service of the Lord through Burnt Store
Presbyterian Church!
Please welcome Bob when you see him and thank him for his service.
If you are interested in learning more about Burnt Store Presbyterian Church Christian Education Ministry,
please contact Kathy Bertani @ 941.627.0162. We would LOVE you have you as part of our team!
Blessings,
Kathy Bertani
Chair of CE Ministry
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Treasures and Treats
Youth Group Garage Sale is coming to Burnt Store Presbyterian Church
Saturday, February 28, 2015
It’s time to start thinking about the Burnt Store Presbyterian Church Youth Group’s annual Treasures and
Treats Sale. As you may know, this event offers a fun event while raising funds for our youth group
activities and mission projects. There will be plenty of excellent bargains, great food and fellowship.
Let’s get ready!!
We appreciate the help of our adult BSPC members and we’re asking for your help again this year by doing
any or all of the following:
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Donating pre-loved items that you no longer want or need. February 28 is the date of the sale so
you have plenty of time to begin the cleaning and sorting process. Collection of items will take
place on three Sundays (February 8, 15, 22) and Thursday, February 26. Youth group members
will assist you at the collection point.
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Sorting and pricing prior to the sale and staffing tables on the day of the sale.
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Providing items for our food sale.
The sale is a great fundraiser for our youth and a wonderful intergenerational project for our church. We
sincerely appreciate your support of this important project.
If you can help with set-up, pricing or selling … please complete the form on the next page
or stop by the carousel to fill one out.
Thank you!!
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Treasures and Treats Sale
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Saturday, February 28, 2015
8:00AM - 12:00 NOON
Fellowship Hall
Donations of your pre-loved and gently used household items, furniture, clothing,
books, games, electronics, etc. are greatly appreciated!!
Beginning Sunday, February 8th
This year donations taken on Sundays only … February 8th,15th, 22nd at
Fellowship Hall entrance—drive to far end of building, Youth Group members
will assist you from 8AM till 12:30PM
Furniture and other large items can only be accepted February 26 and 27.
Clothing should be clean and in good condition.
Our “BAKE SHOPPE” will feature delicious food items...very popular!!
CAN YOU HELP with set-up, pricing or selling? WE NEED YOU!!
Fill out the form below and bring to the church office or place in Sunday’s offering plate.
BSPC Youth Group thanks you for your support and assistance!!
This event would not be possible without YOU!
Proceeds from “Treasures and Treats” support our youth mission trips, retreats & projects.
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Ron Klein, Elder
Evangelism has an idea that will help us to learn more about other members in the church. the name tags
that are available can be purchased in the narthex for $6.00.
The name tag will have your name and where you came from or spend your time when you're not here i.e.
Pete Gaylord
Washington N.J.
Burnt Store Presbyterian Church
Please join us in this effort to learn more about each other.
Thanks The Evangelism committee.
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Barb Lohff and Carol Yoder, Elders
The inaugural event of The Boar’s Head Festival is history and it was
quite a success. All the planning, research, recruiting, costume
preparation, practice, and volunteer hours that had gone into this
exciting new project for our church paid off with a memorable and
glorious festival/pageant. We want to thank all members and friends of
Burnt Store Presbyterian Church who had pitched in to help make this
dream a reality. We were excited to share the evening with all of our
neighbors in the community. We especially want to thank all of our
Burnt Store family who filled the pews (it looked like Easter morning!)
to witness what is sure to become a Burnt Store traditional finale to
the Christmas season. Did I mention the pies? Wow! Do we ever have
good bakers here at Burnt Store Presbyterian Church … thank you for
sharing your talents.
We would be remiss not to thank Congregational Care for coordinating
the Wassail and pie which were happily devoured by the appreciative
attendees, cast, and crew. Also a big thank you to Ernie and the
Property Ministry for their help in transforming our Chancel from its
beautiful Christmas motif to the Grand Palace of the Royals and later
the Inn at Bethlehem. It is such a blessing to have the cooperative
efforts of all our ministries working for the common Good. Last, but
not least, our appreciation goes out to the lady with the vision: our
Director of Worship and the Arts, Joy Toll-Chandler. Job well done!
Save the date for next year: Wednesday, January 6, 2016 … Epiphany!
How great is that? Mark your calendar now.
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The theme of the 2015 Financial Campaign is "Responding To God's Generosity". During the four weeks
of the campaign we will be reflecting on how we live and use the gifts from a very generous God and our
response to Him that comes from the heart. We will be emphasizing the multitude of ministries that are
funded through your giving. On Stewardship Commitment Sunday, February the 8th, we will all have the
opportunity to present our Estimate Of Giving for the coming year. We hope to see all of you on the 8th,
however, if you are not able to attend then, just bring the card to the next service. Thank you for your
continued support of the ministries of Burnt Store Presbyterian Church.
Ron Graves
Stewardship Chair
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The Finance and Stewardship Ministry has been very busy over the past few months. Last year ended on a
positive note, come to the Annual Meeting on Feb. 15th to hear all the details. We are in the middle of
our 2015 Stewardship campaign. We will have our dedication on February 8th. Our Challenge Budget for
this year is 2.8% lower than last year. However, it is 1% above last years actual receipts. The Annual Report
will have all of the details.
Thanks,
Joni
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Haiti Mission Team Departs in March
The Haiti Mission Team will depart for Port au Prince on March 21st! The team is set, the airline is booked,
and our work plans are finalizing. Team members pay for their airline tickets, hotel costs and meals. Our
Mission Ministry is supporting with funds for our translators, tap-taps, and drivers. And we come to you
now for your help and support for the projects we are planning. We hope to raise $5,000 to purchase:
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needed supplies for our construction team to purchase in Haiti, for their work in completing the
7th and 8th grade building of the new high school - which plans to open in the Fall of 2015!
supplies for the school "team" in their program with the 600 plus children in grades Pre-K through
6th grade!
and to bring supplies of nutrition-boosting "instant breakfast" and children's vitamins.
This will be the fifth trip that Burnt Store Presbyterian Church has sent to Haiti, and those of us who have
been blessed to be on a mission team can tell you that the efforts of Burnt Store Presbyterian Church ARE
making a difference, in the thousands of lives involved with the Haiti Outreach Ministry communities!
In order for this mission to truly succeed, we need the help, involvement and prayers of the entire
congregation - our support team. Please consider this request for "extra mile giving" prayerfully and help
as your are able. Donations toward our projects can be made through the special offering envelopes in the
pews or by designated gift to the church (checks to BSPC with "Haiti Mission" noted).
Soli Deo Gloria (to God alone be the glory) !
Your Haiti Mission Team 2015
Karen Poquette, Wayne Bryan, Tom Gorman, Janet Burbank, Jim Howard, Don DeWitt, Tom DeWitt, Roger
Long, Ellen Mogensen, Carol Nasby, Chris Nasby, Dawn Seymour, Walt VanBeers, Dick Anderson, Mike
Tardy, Penny Stiffler, and Kathy Tardy
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I want to thank everyone for the church support for this
Habitat for Humanity 2015 home building project called
Apostles Build. Our mission activity support along with eleven
other local churches makes it possible for a deserving family
to live in a nice blessed home and avoid being homeless.
The family partner is Jacklyn Araque and her three year old
son CJ. The address is 362 Lawler St, Port Charlotte. The slab
blessing was on January 10 along with the wall raising for all
exterior walls. BSPC volunteers worked to help build
the walls.
The next scheduled event is interior painting on February 28 in the morning. We will have the Angels in
the attic signing in the lobby next week. These Angels will be posted in the attic of the home to bless and
look over the family.
God Bless Each of you … Stay Healthy
Larry Kessinger
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Mike Huston, Clerk of Session
At its called meeting by email on January 7, 2015, Session called two meetings of the congregation, the
first at noon on Sunday, January 25, 2015 for the purpose of presenting the congregation with the 2015
Challenge Budget and the second at noon on Sunday, February 8, 2015 for the purposes of the
congregation receiving the 2014 Annual Report and approving the Terms of Call for 2015 for Pastor Tim
and Pastor Cassie.
[Note: As a result of action at the stated Session meeting on January 20, 2015 described below, the congregation
meeting scheduled for February 8, 2015 was postponed until February 15, 2015.]
At its stated meeting on January 20, 2015, Session:
• Approved the minutes of the December 16, 2014 stated meeting of Session and the minutes of the
January 7, 2015 called meeting of Session by email
• Elected Mike Huston as Clerk of Session, Barb Lohff as Assistant Secretary and Joe Potts as Treasurer
• Accepted the December Treasurer’s Report, subject to year-end inspection
• Approved the request of Chari Stanley Leitch for transfer of her membership to Roswell Presbyterian
Church in Roswell, Georgia
• Upon motion of the Finance and Stewardship Ministry, approved transferring the excess revenues (net
income) for 2014 ($22,896) to Account #3263—Roof, Carpet & Air-conditioning Reserve Fund
• Upon motion of the Finance and Stewardship Ministry, approved transferring the balance in Account
#3507—Session Birthday Offerings General Funds ($5,369) to Account #3263—Roof, Carpet and Airconditioning Reserve Fund
• Upon motion of the Finance and Stewardship Ministry, approved Session contracting with Comcast to
update the church’s telecommunications system at a cost of $13,237, to be paid with funds from
Account #3423A—Audio/Visual
• Approved transferring $107.49 from Account #3270-S—Capital Improvement to Account #3423D—Fire
Alarm Repair to cover a shortfall in Account #3423D
• Appointed Mike Huston and Brian Hinman to serve as commissioners to the Peace River Presbytery
meeting on Thursday, February 26, 2015 at the Pine Shores Presbyterian Church in Sarasota, Florida
• Called a meeting of the congregation at noon on Sunday, February 15, 2015 for the purposes of the
congregation receiving the Annual Report and the approving the Terms of Call for Pastor Tim and Pastor
Cassie for 2015 and cancelled the meeting of the congregation that was previously called for on
February 8, 2015 for these purposes
• Refused to approve a motion that Session rescind the action taken by Session in October, 2014
amending the Wedding Section of the Church Use Policy to prohibit the use of the church’s building and
property for same-gender weddings or any event related thereto.
Anyone wanting to learn more about the specifics of any of the foregoing actions is encouraged to contact
the ministry responsible for the action. If you have any questions about this report, feel free to contact
Mike Huston, Clerk of Session, at 941.575.1467 or mjhuston4@gmail.com.
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Ellen Mogensen, 941.575.0258
Presbyterian Women activities offer opportunities to connect with and get to know others in our
congregation. Meet other women and make new friends!
Our annual social event and fundraiser on January 18, “President and Mrs. Lincoln,” was a big success!
Thank you to everyone who helped. People sold tickets, made desserts, set up tables and displays, made
centerpieces, collected tickets, worked in the kitchen, cleaned up and laundered tablecloths. Thanks also to our
“dashing waiters” for excellent service. An event like this takes many hands to make it successful.
We thank everyone who attended—your $15 donation will help the 10 missions that PW supports each year. Local
missions include CARE, homeless students and adults, Voices for Kids (Guardian ad litem), Duvall Home for
developmentally disabled adults, Thornwell Home for children in crisis, and families in Immokalee.
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Our “Small Groups” meet again in February. Visitors are welcome! This a wonderful opportunity to
meet more women in our church. Three circles meet Monday, February 2, during the day, and one meets
Wednesday, February 4, following the potluck dinner (see times below). We’ll discuss chapter 11 (Huldah, a
counselor to kings and clergy) from our Bible Study book, Women of the Old Testament.
Call Ellen Mogensen (575.0258) or Annemarie Klein (637.1266) for information.
“Annual Gathering” of the Peace River Presbyterian Women will be Saturday, February 7, 9:00AM-1:00PM,
Venice Presbyterian. We come together to fellowship, see the parade of banners, hear a wonderful speaker and
enjoy lunch. Everyone is invited to join us—this is a special day of fun. Meet with the sisters of our Presbytery. Call
Ellen at 575.0258. Registration is $10. Carpools leave BSPC at 8:00AM.
Coordinating Team will meet Monday, February 9, at 1:00PM in the Boardroom. Anyone is welcome to join us in
planning our PW activities.
Creator’s Crafters – An opportunity for fellowship and friendship. Tuesday, February 10 and 24, Noon-3:00PM.
Come for as long as you wish. Bring a bag lunch and drink. Bring any craft you would like to work on, need help
with, or want to share. Or just come to socialize and see what others are doing. Take some time out to relax, visit
and craft.
Gathering and Salad Luncheon, Monday, March 2, at 11:30AM. Put this date on your calendar!
Deborah Jo Dunham, Cardiovascular Clinical Nurse Specialist, will present a program on Women’s Heart Health.
Bring a salad to serve 6, and please invite a neighbor or friend. Hosted by Ruth Circle.
The annual “PW Birthday Offering” will be collected in March. This special offering is collected each spring to
celebrate the blessings in the lives of Presbyterian Women. Each year up to 5 grants are awarded to fund projects—
domestic and international—related to health, education, economic development and the needs of women and
children. Since 1922, the PW Birthday Offering has provided much-needed financial assistance to programs not
funded by the General Assembly.
Dates to remember
Monday, February 2
Hannah Circle meets 9:30AM in the Boardroom; Rachel Circle 1:00PM at Joyce Pacifico’s
home;
Ruth Circle meets 1:00PM at Pam Smith’s home
Wednesday, February 4
Eve Circle meets 6:00PM in classroom 4
Saturday, February 7
Annual Gathering of Peace River Presbyterian Women, 9:00AM, Venice Presbyterian
Monday, February 9
Coordinating Team Meeting at 1:00PM, church Boardroom
Wednesday, February 10 and 24 Creator’s Crafters, Noon-3:00PM
Sunday, March 2
Annual “PW Birthday Offering” collected at all church services
Monday, March 3
March Gathering and Salad Luncheon at 11:30AM in Fellowship Hall
Blessings to you all, Ellen Mogensen, PW Moderator
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Lois Gorman and Joyce Pacifico, Elders
We are already in to the second month of the new year and we have had out dinners on Wednesday
evenings, and they are enjoyed by all that attend. We have the in February the 4th and the 11th, followed
by Pastor Tim’s study on the Apostle’s Creed.
I would like to thank all the ladies who brought pies for the Boar’s Head Festival. I am thankful for their support.
It was brought to my attention that a lot of people who are caregivers might not know that we have an
Adult Day Care at the church every Thursday from 9:00AM to 1:30PM in the library (resource center.) They
have activities to keep the clients entertained, while the caregiver gets a break for a few hours. If you
would like to know more please contact Carol Lucas, RN at 941.255.9192.
Congregational Care meets on the first Tuesday of each month at 1:00PM in the fellowship hall, please join
us. It is a good way to get connected in our church.
Blessings to all,
Lois Gorman
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Training Update
Our six new Stephen Ministers in training have hit the deck running in this new year. Their education has
included learning more about grief, its various stages and how to be a good care giver at each stage.
Depression is another issue receiving attention with our Stephen Ministers being taught types of
depression and where they can and cannot minister to a care receiver who is experiencing this. Although
a Stephen Minister is never assigned to a care receiver who might be suicidal, recognizing the symptoms
of suicide and how to deal with this are a vital part of the training. Lastly, as the training begins to wind
down, this class was instructed how to bring a relationship with a care receiver to a close. Most of the
time, this is a happy event as it means the care receiver is past the crisis and doing well. We are all
excited and looking forward to the last of February and the commissioning of 6 new Stephen Ministers!
The following certificate of gratitude was received from Heifer International in response to our Christmas
gift to them. All of the Stephen Ministers were blessed to be a part of this!
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February • 2015
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Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9:00AM
10 Session punch card: $35.00
Drop-in fee $5.00
The scripture lesson at the service I attended this last Sunday was from the Book of Luke where Jesus tells
the parable of the shrewd manager. In Luke 16:3 and 4, "The manager said to himself, 'What shall I do
now? My master is taking away my job. I'm not strong enough to dig, and I'm ashamed to beg … I
know what I'll do so that, when I lose my job here, people will welcome me into their houses." What
struck me is how similar our world is today.
Although what brought the whole thing on, was that the manager was apparently wasting his master's
possessions, that's not what I had in mind today. How many of us have, or have had, comfortable
positions, not requiring much physical activity, and have let our bodies deteriorate to the point of not
being strong enough to dig? Whatever the excuse, stress, no time, family responsibilities, the result's the
same; a shorter, less healthful life, ultimately contributing to excessive dependence on others.
Now I'm sure the manager didn't have a great Stretch 'n' Tone exercise class available to him, but even if
he did, do you think he would have taken advantage of it? How about you? Are you doing something to
care for your temple and enhance your fitness? If not, why not give our Stretch 'n' Tone classes a try? Not
only will you insure you're strong enough to dig, but you'll improve your balance, enhance your posture
and flexibility, and probably strengthen your whole mental outlook! Any questions, call me, 941.575.2034.
Art Anderssen, Stretch "n' Tone Instructor
K I N D E R M U S I K
It's Kindermusik time again! Now that the holidays are over, Kindermusik
at Burnt Store is ready to be back in full swing! Classes will meet once
again on Wednesday afternoons, starting at 5:30PM. (If you want to enjoy
the family meal at 5:00PM before class, be sure to sign up with the office
weekly!)!
Class is for a parent (grandparent) and a child, and the cost is only $50
for a month, which includes the digital take home materials as well as
weekly classes. Children from birth through age 3 are invited to this
wonderful time of music, movement, stories, and time with their best
teacher - their parent!!
The first unit this winter is called "Way up High!" I'm sure we will be hearing
birds singing! Hope to see you and your child there! The first class will be
Wednesday, January 28. SCHOLARSHIPS are available - please call the office
941.639.0001 or email Joy to hold your spot! music83@embarqmail.com You
can also register online by clicking here.
February • 2015
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A shout out to Joy and crew for the wonderful Boar’s
Head Festival. Thank you, Joy!
A shout out to Pastor Cassie for the wonderful
dancing at the Boar’s Head gathering. Thank you for
sharing your talent.
A shout out to Lois Gorman and all who help with the
Wednesday night Works dinners. Great job!
W A L L
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This cross was given by Marge Garrett
and Nan Qurollo in conjunction with the
Stephen Ministry. It was handcrafted
and hand painted in Peru. Dressed in
traditional Peruvian costume, the
people surrounding the cross work
together to carry it, illustrating both the
community of all believers and the
commitment Christians make to carry
one another’s burdens.
January • 2015
BURNT STORE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
There's Music in the Air at BURNT STORE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
February 16: Barbary Coast
Dixieland Show Band
Toe-tapping entertainment
March 16: Purdue Varsity Glee
Club
Dynamic musical troupe with
unparalleled showmanship
Ticket Information: Single performance tickets are $20
Tickets will be available between worship services at the Information Carousel from September
thru May and from the church office on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from
9:00 a.m. to noon.
You can also order your tickets by mailing the form below, with a check and a self-addressed
and stamped envelope to the church, attention: Concert Committee.
Performances will start at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. There is no reserved seating.
Name_______________________________________________ Phone Number________________
Address__________________________________________________________________________
Feb. 16 – Barbary Coast Dixieland
Mar. 16 – Purdue Varsity Glee Club
Number of Tickets _____ x $20 = _____
Number of Tickets _____ x $20 = _____
Special entry for guests with wheelchairs or walkers…
just inform the parking attendant upon arrival.
BURNT STORE
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
11330 Burnt Store Road
Punta Gorda, FL 33955-1402
phone: 941.639.0001
fax: 941.639.1069
e-mail: bspc83@embarqmail.com
world wide web: www.bspconline.org
February • 2015
Birthdays and Anniversaries
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3
4
5
6
7
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11
13
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Van Long
Fred Mesler
Sharon Monge
Boyd Owens
Judy Simes
Lee Simoneau
Fred and Mauna Raymond
Nancy Clemm
Bob and Millie Matson
Betsy Jenison
Bob Kreig
Dar Nuckols
Dot Robbins
Carol Welch
Gloria Brown
Julie Balogh
Ron Graves
Horst Huelsemann
Ray Jasica
Barbel Cadien
Jackie Johnson
Chris McCarthy
Phyllis Williams
George Scheer
Michael Churchill
Rebecca Nicholson
Lucille Welchman
Maureen Mills
Glenn Ferris
Sue Bareither
Jenita Day
Liz DeRouen
Phyllis Edwards
Karen Fuchs
Lucy Miller
Sandy Pond
Harold and Dorothy Pantall
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21
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24
25
26
27
28
29
Pat Brady
Bob Miller
Aimee Nazworth
Jack Clay
LaVaughn Ferris
Phyllis Gessel
Luceal Curry
Sally Byle
Vera Harris
Fred Raymond
Barb Davis
Mike Tardy
Mike Pierce
Bob Pietrasanta
Jody Wuensch
Earl and Phyllis Williams
Jack Gessel
Mary Lou Paul-Vernon
Rosie Gable
Don Barratt
Phil and Margaret Sieck
Celia Eames
Cathy Kelly
Arlene Frazier
Donn and Darlene Lull
Penny O’Donnell
Kid’s Birthdays
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24
25
Blaise Biggs
Tyler Evans
Travis Thomas
Taylor Szuba
February • 2015
Sunday
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Monday
2
Souper Bowl
Sunday!
Communion
Sunday
8
Congregational
Meeting
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9
10
11
23
Regular
Weekly
Events
6:30 Session
5:00 The Works
6:00 FaithWorks
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9:00 Connecting
Team meeting
7:30 Barbary
Coast Dixieland
1:00 Mission
Friday
Saturday
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12
13
14
5:00 TGIV
Dress Rehearsal
11:30 Immokalee
Mission Trip
9:00 Evangelism
1:00 Property
5:00 The Works
6:00 FaithWorks
6:00 Eve Cr.
10:00 Seminole
Lakes HOA
Thursday
5
1:00 Cong. Care
6:15 Deacons
6:30 Finance
Blood Drive
Communion
Sunday
4
1:00 Rachel Cr.
1:00 Ruth Cr.
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22
Wednesday
9:30 Hannah Cr.
1:00 PW
Coordinating Team
6:30 Mac Users
15
Tuesday
6:30 Personnel
ASH
WEDNESDAY
Happy
Valentine’s Day
7:00 TGIV
Church Talent /
Variety Show
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20
21
26
27
28
Imposition of
the Ashes
9am - 11am
Worship Service
7:00pm
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25
MY PLACE
Treasures
and Treats
Garage Sale
8am - 12noon
4:00 Worship
6:30 Stewardship
Sunday
8:15 & 11:00 Traditional Worship
8:15 Holy Grounds Café
9:40 Come As You Are Worship
9:40 FW - Holy Moly
9:40 FW - Grace
11:00 MY PLACE Youth Group
11:00 FW - Grace
Monday
9:00 Fitness ‘n Fun
5:00 Dance and Devotions
Tuesday
10:00 Women’s Bible Study
7:00 Suncoast Statesmen
Wednesday
8:00 Men’s Bible Study
9:00 Fitness ‘n Fun
Wednesday con’t
10:00 Card Embroidery
10:00 GriefShare
4:45 Wed. Night Sharing
6:00 FaithWorks Class
6:00 Praise Team Rehearsal
Thursday
9:30 Adult Daycare
Noon AA
Thursday con’t
12:30 Adult Daycare Exercise
3:45 Praise Bells
5:00 Organ Rehearsal
5:30 Kindermusik
7:00 Choir Rehearsal
Friday
Fitness ‘n Fun
C O N N E C T I O N
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Would you like to be a part of the many activities at Burnt Store Presbyterian? This can be as simple as
placing a phone call or sending an email. Below are listed the ministries and projects with the
individuals in charge.
EVANGELISM
Ron Klein
941.637.6418
mo2v8d@hotmail.com
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
Kathy Bertani
941.627.0162
kbertani@aol.com
PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN
Ellen Mogensen
941.575.0258
damogie96@yahoo.com
941.637.0690
meetlohff@comcast.com
MUSIC AND DRAMA
Joy Toll-Chandler
941.639.0001
joy@bspconline.org
DANCE
Pastor Cassie Todd
941.639.0001
pastorcassie@bspconline.org
FINANCE
Joni Sandles
Gary Brewster
941.639.0170
941.639.3378
tatertot@hotmail.com
gbrewster@earthlink.net
STEWARDSHIP
Ron Graves
941.505.0562
rgraves@comcast.net
MISSION
Luceal Curry
Duncan MacLean
941.833.5552
palzetta@embarqmail.com
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
Lois Gorman
Joyce Pacifico
941.639.6422
loisgorm@embarqmail.com
941.639.0001
office@bspconline.org
PROPERTY AND FACILITY
Kent Smith
Brian Hinman
WORSHIP AND THE ARTS
Barb Lohff
Carol Yoder
OFFICE
Robin Milona
December • 2014
BURNT STORE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
11330 Burnt Store Road
Punta Gorda, FL 33955-1402
www.bspconline.org • bspc83@embarqmail.com
phone: 941.639.0001 • fax: 941.639.1069
Blessings are sent to the home of...
Burnt Store Presbyterian Church’s
members and friends!
....reaching up, making disciples, changing lives