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5th Sunday of Easter
May 7, 2023
Get your bulletin here.
In-Person Worship at 9:00 and 10:30 am.
Livestream Worship, 10:30 am.
Child Care available for 9:00 and 10:30 am services.
Sunday School for Pre-K - 12th Grade during 10:30 am Worship,
Sunday School Schedule until June 11th
Child Care available for 9:00 and 10:30 am services.
Sunday School for Pre-K through 12th Grade during 10:30 am Worship, every Sunday.*
*Youth grades 6th - 12th are in the Sanctuary on Communion Sundays.
Register for Sunday School here.
You can connect on YouTube HERE.
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Dear Members and Friends of the Ark and Dove Community,
Can you remember the anxiety we faced in March of 2020 when we realized we had no vaccine for COVID and large parts of the world went into shut down? I was amazed and delighted by the many ways that people at Ark and Dove came together to ensure that our ministry continued under less than wonderful conditions. You all were incredible.
38 months later we have, by the miracles of modern science, several vaccines. 38 months later, the virus has mutated and is less harmful. 38 months later, the vast majority of Hospitals are not requiring masks in most areas of their campuses. In the face of changing realities, the Session voted this week to change our policy on masking at Ark and Dove. Masks are welcome at all services and events and we encourage all at-risk people to take good care of themselves, but masks are no longer required at 9:00 AM or 10:30 AM worship. Once again we are asking people to respect people who wear yellow or red name tags. Yellow means, I only do elbow bumps. Red means no physical contact please. In this way we honor all people in our church community.
This Sunday 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM worship will be identical and abbreviated, but we have a great opportunity to be engaged citizens of Anne Arundel County. Our theme Sunday will be community organizing. The Sermon Title is Jesus, Community Organizer? After worship we will offer Listening Session Groups for people who have not yet participated in our ACT, Anne Arundel Connecting Together Listening Session campaign. These will be efficient sessions as many of us will need to conclude our work before Godly Play and Sunday School let out.
Why do we do Listening Sessions?
To build community and build the community
To strengthen relationships
To discover what community issues are on the hearts of our citizens
To answer the call of Jesus to serve others
To be able to stand in front of the County Executive, the County Council and state level elected officials as ACT with credibility, to show them we do our homework.
To advocate and work for just and positive change in our county and state
To learn and grow
Because you are a child of God and you are important
We really want to know what is on your minds and hearts because we are a community of disciples.
Peace of Christ,
Tim
tstern@arkanddove.org
I will never ask you to buy a gift card for the Church
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38 And he said to them, “How many loaves have you? Go and see.” When they had found out, they said, “Five, and two fish.” 39 Then he ordered them to get all the people to sit down in groups on the green grass. 40 So they sat down in groups of hundreds and of fifties. 41 Taking the five loaves and the two fish, he looked up to heaven and blessed and broke the loaves and gave them to his disciples to set before the people, and he divided the two fish among them all. 42 And all ate and were filled,
Mark 6:38-42
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Morning Prayer
O God of steadfast love and faithfulness, as I awaken this day in expectation, I turn my heart toward you, for I am your beloved. Fill me with your wisdom and insight, and guide my feet in the way of peace as I try to walk the faithful path.
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Evening Prayer
Recounting both the blessings and challenges of this day, I give thanks to you o God, for my hope is in Christ who makes all things new, and so I rest this night.
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Dear Friends,
This week, the band will lead our music in a blended service. The services will open with the song Gratitude, by the group I Am They. This will be sung by Adell Gaurin, Paul Doughty, and Kim Champagne, accompanied by Johnny Fuller on guitar, Karen Dodson on synth, Brittany Wellington on Cello, and myself on the piano. This song opens with a gentle piano and guitar introduction before the lyrics “All my words fall short. I’ve got nothing new. How could I express all my gratitude?”. There are solos intertwined with a tight, 3-part harmony throughout, in this contemplative song of thanks.
The Offertory is called Multiplied, by the group Needtobreathe. The song begins with an acoustic guitar and piano introduction that ultimately builds into a full band sound, including both drum set and auxiliary percussion instruments as the song progresses. The song opens with the lyrics “Your love is like radiant diamonds, bursting inside us we cannot contain. Your love will surely come find us, like blazing wildfires singing your name.” The chorus declares “God of mercy, sweet love of mine, I have surrendered to Your design. May this offering stretch across the skies, these hallelujahs be multiplied!” The instrumental interludes are exciting, with percussion and piano solos. Warning: you will likely want to tap your feet and move to this tune, and that is highly encouraged!
Have a wonderful weekend.
With love,
Rebecca
Director of Music
rechols@arkanddove.org
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Musician Spotlight
Tracy Churchill remembers first singing in a children’s choir at about age 5. She sang in school-based choral groups starting in fourth grade, continuing through college, and participated in musical theater productions during high school. Tracy has been singing in the alto section of the Ark and Dove choir for more than 10 years. Several years ago, she joined other members of the choir to sing in an opera at Carroll Community College.
Tracy works for the Federal government as a space planner/interior designer. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, reading fiction novels, and daydreaming about home renovation projects.
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Greetings! Our young people will lead the entire music portion of the worship service on Sunday, June 4, 2023! This will be the last service we participate in as a Children’s & Youth Ministry until September 2023. All rehearsals leading up to Sunday, June 4, 2023 will be dedicated to learning music for this specific Sunday. A detailed list of songs will be provided to families in the days to come. We will begin working on music for June 4th this upcoming Sunday. We have had a beautiful year together, let’s finish strong! If you would like for your young person to participate in this special service, please reach out and/or attend one of the weekly rehearsal opportunities listed below! As always, thank you for your hard work, many sacrifices, and commitment to our Lord and ministry.
Rehearsal Schedule for Sunday, May 11, 2023
Hand Chime Ensemble Practice 9 AM – 9:45 AM
Choir Rehearsal 9:45 AM – 10:15 AM
We hope to see you on Sunday!
In peace,
Rae'tta
Director of Music for Children and Youth
raetta.bond@arkanddove.org
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Each of you must give as you have made up your mind, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. 2 Corinthians 9:7
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Per Capita Special Offering
Ark and Dove is now receiving the Per Capita Special Offering. The church pays a combined $40.00 per member to the General Assembly of the PCUSA ($9.85), The Synod of the Mid Atlantic ($1.15), and the Presbytery of Baltimore ($29.00) to cover the Administrative Expenses of our denomination. Per Capita funding is how Presbyterians mutually share the costs of coming together and to set directions for the future. Contributions to Per Capita provide the ecclesiastical infrastructure that binds our ministry. It enables churches to call pastors; supports those pastors in their ministries; provides for guidance in troubled times; encourages those called to church leadership; and enables us to gather as the body of Christ. You can pay your per Capita by clicking here.
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YTD Expected Unpledged Income $7,333
Actual Unpledged Income $5,533
Behind $1,800
YTD Expected Pledged & Electronic Giving $173,316
YTD Actual Pledged & Electronic Giving $164,420
Behind $8,863
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Bulletin - 6th Sunday of Easter | |
Second Saturdays Prayer Class
Starting Saturday May 13th at 9 AM, Kim Champagne is facilitating a monthly contemplative prayer class in the Ark and Dove Room, in which together we will practice one of many types of ancient prayers of the heart. We will focus on a particular type of prayer each month, with our first meeting beginning with breath praying and then moving into the Morning Prayer from the Divine Hours. For more information contact Kim at kim.champagne@arkanddove.org
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Church Workday! We will be having a spring workday to take care of chores around the church and grounds on Saturday, May 20 from 9 AM - 12 PM. Come out to help keep our facilities looking tip top. A pizza lunch will be served.
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Ark and Dove's Lost and Found | | |
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Did you know Ark and Dove have a Lost and Found? It is located at the end of the coat rack with jackets, coats, and sweaters. Plus, a bin with water bottles and other lost items. Please take the time to see if any of your items are included in the collection by June 11. The remaining items will be donated to Goodwill. | |
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Our peaceful demonstration in support of LGBTQIA+ and Black Lives Matter brought out 40 people, including friends from several churches in Annapolis, ACT, and the One Pasadena Community Group. Many thanks to Amy Tardiff for organizing, providing activities for children and making incredible new signs! Sadly, this past Sunday our Pride banner was stolen. We've had 5 incidents of vandalism on our banners between March 31st and May 7th and are working on new security measures.
Follow our Social Justice FB page for updates. Contact Paula Sparks at trebleclef48@gmail.com to be added to the Group.
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Ark and Dove Book Club’s June Read
Ark and Dove Book Club has chosen Looking for Jane by Heather Marshall as their June reading selection. Join us on Zoom Friday at 7:30 on June 23rd for our discussion of this international bestselling novel based on a true story. Contact Kim Champagne kim.champagne@gmail.com for more information.
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Learn About the World Major Religous Traditions - POSTPONED
This course will be postponed until further notice. For more details on future dates, contact Richard Greydanus -richard.greydanus@arkanddove.org.
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The IRIS Group, a new LGBT+ focused group for teens, will have its third meeting this Wednesday, May 17th at 7pm, in-person in the Calvin room, led by Adora Grace Nilsen-Johnson and Craig West. Expect fun, games, and discussion! Bring friends! | |
CAP Food Pantry Items for May | | |
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The Christian Assistance Program (CAP) food pantry in Odenton is grateful for our ongoing support. For May, the Items of the Month are pasta sauce and peanut butter. We have bins marked for CAP food in the cabinet across from the lobby coat rack. Food can also be taken directly to the pantry at First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Odenton, on Tuesdays 10:45am-1:30pm and Thursdays 2:45-5:30pm. Contact Greg Makar (GLMakar@juno.com) for more information. | |
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Ministry & Membership Interest Meeting | |
Find out how to get involved at Ark & Dove!
There are so many ways to be involved at Ark & Dove! Are you interested in ways to volunteer? Considering becoming a member? We will be having a ministry & membership interest meeting on June 17th from 9AM until noon. Breakfast will be provided, and childcare will be provided if needed. RSVP at arkanddove.org/interestmeeting. We look forward to seeing you!
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Annapolis Pride
Join us on Saturday, June 3. There will be MANY ways for all ages to participate. Info and sign ups in the lobby or at our Signup Genius link.
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Pride Planning Meeting
Join the GLEAM team on May 18th at 7:30PM on zoom to plan for Annapolis Pride. Contact Amanda Crose at amanda.rose.crose@gmail.com for the Zoom invitation.
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Parent Group Meeting
Parent Group will meet on Sunday, May 28th in the Marshall Room at 11:30AM. All caregivers of children through college-age are welcome to join in for casual conversation. We'll share pizza and sitter costs.
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Spread the woof, squeak, and squawk!
Blessing of the Animals Service
A Board of Deacons’ Noah’s Ark Ministry
Sunday, May 21, 2023 (Rain date: June 4)
2:00 p.m. in the Church Parking Lot!
All are Welcome!
Prince of Peace Presbyterian Church loves all of God's creatures and wants to share God's love with your beloved pets (as well as you). All are invited to bring their pets (leashed or contained) to the church for a blessing. Pastor Elizabeth D. McLean will lead a brief prayer service and then personally visits with and blesses each pet. All kinds of animals are welcome. Owners will receive a certificate of the blessing after the service. Bowls of water to drink & plastic bags to clean up are provided. RSVPs appreciated to church.office@popchurch.org
This is a community event for everyone, and you do not need to be a member of Prince of Peace Church so spread the word!
Prince of Peace Presbyterian Church
1657 Crofton Parkway, Crofton, MD 21114
410-721-2313; www.popchurch.org; Email: church.office@popchurch.org
Facebook© at Prince of Peace Presbyterian Church and at Friends of POP
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Good News: See the important climate bills passed by the Maryland Legislature.
Bad News: See why this summer may be the hottest ever.
Are you planning to upgrade an appliance this year or improve your home’s energy efficiency in any way? Find information on possible tax incentives and other information.
Methane is a strong greenhouse gas and indoor pollutant. Small leaks can go undetected. If you would like to use the church methane detector to check your home for leaks, contact Bob Fuller at rtfuller@mac.com.
Reminder: Sheet plastic (bags, tablecloths, etc) are not recyclable. Do not place these items in the church recycle bins.
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Please keep the following people in your prayers this week:
PRAYERS OF HEALING AND SUPPORT FOR Jason Devono recovering from surgery and his family; Gahzal Abawi in serious condition in the hospital; Chuck Stern for health and healing; Libby Kahwajy in the hospital with broken hip; prayers for Dr. D Brooks, Connie Batt's daughter, who has a job interview; Brooks Emrick and her family upon the death of her husband Vaughn Brown; Elain Kam upon the death of her husband Paul; Debbie Arey's sister, Denise who was diagnosed with Polymyalgia Rheumatica; a young friend recently diagnosed with an inflammatory lung disease; Chris C. as he seeks treatment for his addiction; prayers for children struggling with depression and anxiety; Sarah Hendricks friend's daughter in the hospital and those caring for her; Sandra Krezanosky, Amy Hagemann's mother; a sister suffering from addiction and for her family; Lori Johnson, mother of Cheryl Walcutt; Connie Batts; Steve Debus's niece, Amanda Kuhl; Ann Hirschy; Linnie's great grandson, Ronan; a young child hurt in a car accident; our partners at CEDEPCA in Guatemala doing God's work every day; a friend who is hospitalized; families in the world facing housing insecurity; Janet and John Morgan, Wendy Wellington's parents; Achsah's mother, Rachel; Shelley Franklin; Ron Holman; Pat Devers' Cousin who has entered into hospice; family friend of Julie and Pat Devers, Joe Burgoyne; the Herman's next door neighbor - recovering from open heart surgery; Jan and Al Jank's daughter-in-law, Irina Lee; Layla Tyus and her family; Dan Atkinson; Kamarii Miller; The Solano Family; Val preparing for another surgery; Friends living with cancer; Jeff Faiman; someone struggling with depression; Doris Fields; Diane McPhail; Nikol Sahai; Elizabeth Carter; Joseph Cate, Craig West's partner, Children with cancer, their families, and their care providers; Jimmy Carter; Tim Soyars, nephew of Dot Forloines; Cyndy Ingram, step-daughter of Dot Forloines; Laura Talbert; the people of Syria and Turkey; Barb Benson, Mary Benson's sister; Norman Willoughby; the family of Jatin Patel, who died after a battle with brain cancer; Bernice Taylor; Bri R and Ezra; the Ostrach Family; Loretta Frick; the Bonstrom family; the Houseknecht family; Dick Eckersley's granddaughter; Amy Tardiff's mother; Aunt Teri in home hospice care; the SeonBuchner family dealing with ongoing challenges and preparing for upcoming surgeries; Ardeth Johns; for family members suffering from addiction; Sarah; the Knight Family; a friend facing brain surgery; a mother in the hospital; Don Clark; MaryAnn Buckley; Sue Miller, Laura Willoughby-Perry’s mother; Audrey Miller, daughter of Kathy Miller; Dotty Kaufmann; Mary Elizabeth Nay; Bri Lapp; a teen struggling with peer concerns at school; Holly Folk, friend of Laura Willoughby-Perry; Carol & Henry Saylor; Deb Saylor's grand-nephew, Jordan; Chantel Seetram; Debbie and Bruce Arey's Daughter, Allison; families impacted by gun violence; Dr. Jesse Nicholson, Connie Batts' brother-in-law; Danni Johnson; the family of Gavin Hurley; Amanda Welford; Dee going through breast cancer; Doug Dehaven; Marie, Nikol Sahai’s Mom; Dot Forloines; Dick Paronto; Julie Devers' friend Zenia Dacio-Messina; Hope Sutphin; Freyja Hartzell; Cara Moody’s father-in-law, Gary Moody Sr.; Debbie Saylor's Friends: Carlene Printy and Helen Rossum
If you have prayer concerns or blessings that you would like to share, please contact Deacon Patriceo Green at patriceobgreen@gmail.com and he will add your concern to the prayer partners email chain.
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