Thursday,

August 29, 2024

OUR MISSION: We are an open community who believes God is love

and who lives our belief through praise and service.

mailing address:  Balmoral Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 17309, Memphis, TN 38187

Church Office Hours: Mon - Thur, 10:00am- 3:00pm

WEBSITE: www.balmoralpc.com

NEW for THIS WEEK

• WORSHIP & COMMUNION SUNDAY, September 1, at 11:00am

• CHANGES to the BPC BENEDICTION



• MESSAGE from the PASTOR

• BPC SISTER'S "TEA PARTY" - about our NEWEST SMALL GROUP

• FALL PREVIEW of EVENTS
• PW Bible Study Sept. 4
• Thursday Small Group Sept 5
• Choir Workshop Sept 7
• Pancake Breakfast Sept 8
• Fall Sunday Studies Sept 15

• REMINDER of OTHER ACTIVITIES

• NEWS from the PC(USA)
• ‘Faithful Fridays’ live events with PC(USA) co-moderator Rev. CeCe Armstrong
• New (downloadable1) devotional guide from the Presbyterian Peacemaking Program

• BIRTHDAYS

• CALENDAR of EVENTS

• BPC Photos
• Worship Photos

ONGOING INFORMATION LINKS:

SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES

DONATIONS

• BRING FOOD for the FOOD CART
• JOHNSON AUXILIARY ITEMS NEEDED
• RECYCLE YOUR TOOTHBRUSHES

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

• SIGN UP to be a WORSHIP LITURGIST!
• SIGN-UP to BRING COFFEE HOUR SNACKS!
• GIVE OUT HOSPITALITY BAGS
• MAKE SANDWICHES and/or SERVE LUNCH at the SOUP KITCHEN @ 1st PRES
• DISTRIBUTE FOOD at COLONIAL PARK

Sunday Worship

August 29, 2024

WORSHIP & COMMUNION SERVICE

at 11:00am

Scriptures: Psalm 15 & Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23

Sermon: Outside versus Inside

Rev. Mark Howland

Can't attend Worship in person? Join us on YouTube LIVE!

Link to Sunday's Bulletin

Link to Sunday's Worship on YouTube

Previous Worship Services at Balmoral are also still available on the 

Balmoral YouTube channel 

CHANGES to the BPC BENEDICTION HYMN

Balmoral's Benediction hymn "Lord, Let Us Leave Now" has been a tradition since the congregation's beginning. It was written by a group at Montreat in the 1960's and most folks feel that it's an integral part of this congregation.

But it also has antiquated phrasing that can feel "outdated" to newer members.

A suggestion from a member of the congregation to update the language of our Benediction Hymn was reviewed by the Worship Team and the Session, and was approved to the update it's language to replace "Thee," "Thy" and Thou" to "You" and "Your" as follows:

Lord, let us leave now, filled with You anew,  

and pledged to Your service in all that we do.

Though we have some questions, our faith in You is sure.

We know You are with us, Your way will endure.

Lord, let us leave now, filled with You anew,  

and pledged to Your service in all that we do.

We will begin to use the new wording beginning this upcoming Sunday, September 1. And we will, ALL of us, "forget" and "mess up" for a while, even though it's printed the new way in the bulletin. That's okay! In time, we will ingrain the new wording in our hearts as much as the original words.

Growing up, I remember in the 1970's that there was a variety show called "The Flip Wilson Show." The show featured the comedian Flip Wilson (pretty obvious by the name) and lasted on air for four seasons. One of the famous lines in the show was, "The devil made me do it." The point being made that whatever the character was being blamed for, it was not his fault; it was caused by an outside force.

In the human blame game, it often is the case that individuals are much more concerned about the influence of others than on their own choices and actions. We want to blame someone or something for the situation that exists. This leads us to spend much time and energy worrying about the influence of others. We label people, lifestyles, and even parts of creation as the bad for us and our wellbeing.  

Jesus addresses this concern in a conversation recorded according to the Gospel of Mark. He makes the point that the problem really is not what comes from the outside into us but more what is on the inside of us. Instead of being concerned about what is exterior to our being, we need to focus on what is inside of us.

Please plan on exploring this more during worship this Sunday.

Blessings,

Pastor Mark

SMALL GROUPS UPDATE....

ABOUT OUR NEWEST SMALL GROUP:

BPC SISTERS "TEA PARTY"

Several months ago, a few Balmoral ladies agreed to meet for a drink on a Friday afternoon and had such an enjoyable time, they decided to do it again and, then, again. The group grew and the 3rd Friday of each month became the go-to date for getting together. Every BPC lady there wanted to bring all the other BPC ladies along, including former BPC ladies.

Please join us!

The BPC Ladies Tea Party now meets at 5pm on the 3rd Friday of each month. The location could vary. We do need RSVPs in order to save enough seats. Text or call Mary (901-496-2799). On the menu are stories and laughter, drinks, and food. (Tea is always an option, too :)

Mary Schmitz, Team Leader

Yes, it's still hot and sticky and still very much summer, but Fall is on the Way! The schools are open and this weekend is Labor Day.

Balmoral's Fall Schedule activities will begin right after Labor Day. Don't miss these!

PW BIBLE STUDY

Wednesday, September 4,

10:30am in Classroom A

The 2024-25 Bible Study is

Let Justice Roll Down: God’s Call to Care for Neighbors and All Creation

We invite you to join us as we explore, with all our hearts, God’s call to care for our neighbors and for creation. Readers will explore theological questions that point us to act and engage, in small and large ways.

Books are available from Susie Knight this Sunday and at the 1^st meeting. Cost for the book is $10. (Please make checks to payable to Balmoral.) 

(Bible Study is sponsored by Presbyterian Women, but EVERYONE is welcome!)

TUESDAY SMALL GROUP

Thursday, September 5,

10:15am in Classroom A

The Thursday Small Group meets the first and third Thursday of each month. We welcome anyone who would like to join us for lively discussions and fellowship!

(The group is led by Glenda Ellis and EVERYONE is welcome!)

CHOIR WORKSHOP

Saturday, September 7

9:30-3:00

What better way to start off the new season than to sing into Fall! Ben Legett will be leading a workshop to introduce new music for upcoming Sundays.

This workshop is for all choir members and we invite any guests and prospective to attend, just for the fun of it!

Please let Ben Legett know if you will be joining us for the workshop so lunch can be ordered for everyone!

During the breakfast, the Faith Formation Team will be telling everyone about the upcoming Adult Studies. Come and enjoy some wonderful food, fellowship, and learn about upcoming faith growth opportunities. Invite friends and we will see you there!

FALL SUNDAY STUDIES

begins Sunday, September 8,

9:30am in Classroom A

Fall Term Sunday Studies runs from September 8 through November 24. Our study will be Peaceful Neighbor (Discovering the Countercultural Mister Rogers) by Michael Long.

Fred Rogers was one of the most radical pacifists of contemporary history. We do not usually think of him as radical, partly because he wore colorful, soft sweaters made by his mother. Nor do we usually imagine him as a pacifist; that adjective seems way too political to describe the host of a children's program known for its focus on feelings. We have restricted Fred Rogers to the realm of entertainment, children, and feelings, and we've ripped him out of his political and religious context. Rogers was an ordained Presbyterian minister, and although he rarely shared his religious convictions on his program, he fervently believed in a God who accepts us as we are and who desires a world marked by peace and wholeness. 

REMINDERS: ACTIVITIES THAT DID NOT TAKE OFF THE SUMMER ARE COMING UP THIS MONTH , TOO!

BOOK CLUB

September 10

1:30pm

at the home of Beverly Hooker

85 Country Pl., Cordova, TN 38018, Memphis, TN 38018

Abide with Me 

by Elizabeth Strout

Oprah Magazine described Abide with Me as “Superb . . . a shimmering tale of loss, faith, and human fallibility" and Beverly says she enjoyed it very much.

We will meet at Beverly's House. As with today, anyone who wants to bring a snack to share is welcome to do so.

Discussion led by Beverly Hooker

NEWS from the PC(USA)



USE the BUTTON HERE FOR MORE NEWS from PC(USA) :

Birthdays

Lynn Ward (4);

Karen Pilkington (7);

Chip Ordman (10);

Jada Baldwin (14);

Lisa Koffman (16);

Mitchell Lucas (19)

CALENDAR of EVENTS

REGULARLY SCHEDULED EVENTS

Want to know what days certain groups or events meet? Or what groups may not meet during the Summer? Check out the current regular events calendar! Click the picture here -->

UPCOMING EVENTS

Dee Mcguire, Liturgist

Children's Moment with Hudson and Anthony

Special Music

Becky DeLoach and Robin Ashworth

Leiza Collins, pianist

(with Hudson DeLoach assisting!)

Moment of Mission

Erich Shultz

Hospitality Bags

Rev. Mark Howland

CONTACT INFORMATION



Pastor Contact: Rev. Mark Howland

(515-988-5183 or email pastormark@balmoralpc.com)

Pastoral Care: Rev. Elizabeth Dick, Pastor Associate

(314.330.0506 or email elizabethdick2@gmail.com)    

SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES!

FOOD CART

Bring items for the Food Cart weekly - keep the cart full!

JOHNSON AUXILIARY

Items needed at Region One for patients and their families.

RECYCLING

Toothbrushes, Toothpaste tubes etc can be recycled. Cardboard recycling is also available

SUNDAY LITURGIST

Sign up to join Mark at the podium as a Liturgist

SIGN-UP to BRING COFFEE_TIME SNACKS

For goodies with your coffee.

SUPPORT the HOSPITALITY BAGS PROGRAM

Make donations and/or pass out bags to those in need

VOLUNTEER for the SOUP KITCHEN

Make sandwiches and/or serve lunch at 1st Presbyterian

PASS OUT FOOD at COLONIAL PARK

Food from the MidSouth Food Bank distribution location

• Newsletter Articles & Photos should be emailed to Kathy Singleton at ksingle2@bellsouth.net no later than end of day Monday for the week you want the article in the news.
• Bulletin Announcements should be emailed to Kathy Singleton, no later than Monday the week before the Sunday you want the information to appear.