First Presbyterian
Church of Tonawanda
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Because God's
love is for all
Everyone is always welcome.
We pray that God may bless you with
peace, inspiration, and strength. We are a community, seeking to learn what it means
to follow Jesus. No matter what you may
be going through no matter where
you may be on your faith journey,
you are most welcome here!
Live Worship Steaming available and Service in Church
at 10:30AM Sundays!!!
It will be streamed on Facebook Live on our Facebook page
www.Facebook.com/firstprestona/live
NEWS FOR THE PEWS
FROM THE PASTOR May 9, 2024
Dear Friends,
Join FPCT for worship this Sunday, May 12, 2024, at 10:30am in person and livestreamed on Facebook. “Created for Unity” celebrates Ascension Sunday, the Sunday before Pentecost. Scriptures this week include Acts 1:1-11, Psalm 47, and John 17:6-19. In our Created to Create series, we celebrate the gift of being created for community, for unity. Jesus prays for this just before his Ascension. Join us to pray together, hear stories from scripture, and find your home here at First Presbyterian Church of Tonawanda.
See you soon,
Pastor Rebecca
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Upcoming Activities:
Circle 2.1 – Wednesday, May 15 at 10am
Circle 2.1 meets the 3rd Wednesday of month (April, May, June) at 10am to keep in touch and discuss outreach projects and donations that can benefit our church and community. Our meetings are casual, friendly, and always involve coffee and snacks along with lots of camaraderie. It’s a great time to keep in touch and do good deeds. Hope to see you there. For more information, contact Linda Apple at 716-693-6889.
UFO (Unfinished Objects) – Wednesday, June 5 at 12pm
UFO will meet again on June 5th from 12pm-3pm in the dining area. Come and enjoy the fellowship and fun even if you have no UFO to work on. Bring lunch if you wish; cookies and coffee will be provided. Your UFO may be needlework, scrapbooking, organizing photos or recipes, or anything else you want to do. Any questions, call Pat Loeswick.
Outreach and Mission Activities:
Elementary School Project
One of the programs that the Deacons are sponsoring is the Elementary School Project. These items are used by the elementary school nurse when there is an accident which makes a change of clothing necessary. Your donation of underwear, socks, sneakers, and shorts or pants can help make a child comfortable after an uncomfortable event. See the attached list for sizes needed.
The Warrior Clothes Closet is also in need of adult and child size clothing, new or gently used. This is at the high school and is available to anyone in need.
Body and Soul Pantry: The pantry closet is up and running again. See the attached list for needed items. Many of these items can be purchased at the Dollar Store. Any questions, contact Diane Charsley or Marilee Mathias.
SHOPPING LIST OF ITEMS FOR OUR MISSION PROJECTS
(TOTES ARE IN THE NARTHEX)
Elementary School Project
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Underwear - boys and girls sizes 6 and 8
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Socks – boys and girls socks for shoe sizes 12-3
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Sneakers – kids sizes 12-3, new or gently used
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Clothing – boys and girls size 6 and 8, stretch waist shorts
or stretch waist summer weight pants
Body and Soul Pantry
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Men and Women’s socks
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Shaving Cream (5oz)/razors
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Bar soap
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Toothpaste/Toothbrushes
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Toilet paper
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Mac & Cheese
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Peanut butter (16-18oz)
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Cereal/instant oatmeal
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Pasta
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Canned vegetables/fruit
* Discord church server
Reach out to Billy or Pastor Rebecca to be added to the Discord server. We're beginning to use this to share CE files and curriculum, as well as offer an open space to chat and share.
* Church To-Do list has been moved across the narthex to the Outreach board for easier access. Be sure to check to see what you can do!!
Church T-shirts - All orders have come in. If you need a different size or color, sign up on the sheet or let us know in the office.
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Adult Sunday School
Please take a few minutes & read the appointed Lectionary readings that we are using for May 12, 2024 to find YOUR special message.
Come join us Sunday at 9:30am to discuss the lesson.
Jer 10:1-10a 1John 5:9-13 John 17:6-19 Ps 108
How Do These All Come Together?
CONFIDENCE, TRUST, BELIEF in God
*Jeremiah reminded the people that human desires for wanting success, protection, & strength do NOT come from earthly ways. The One who made the stars is where we need to base our CONFIDENCE, TRUST, & BELIEF.
*John tells us that if we truly have CONFIDENCE, TRUST, & BELIEF in God, that we are assured that, “God has given us eternal life, & this life is in his Son.”
*Jesus asks for God to build up our CONFIDENCE, TRUST, & BELIEF in order to protect us from the worldly evils.
*The Psalm lets us recognize that with our CONFIDENCE, TRUST, & BELIEF, it is certain that, “With God’s help we will do mighty things. For he will trample down our foes.”
Question for you:
How strong is your CONFIDENCE, TRUST, & BELIEF in God as you go thru your daily “battles”?
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REMINDERS
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The Deacons are organizing coffee hour every Sunday after worship. Please join in for fellowship and coffee; the sign-up sheet is in the Narthex.
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PRAYER CONCERNS
If you have a prayer request, please contact Pastor Rebecca at 315-317-6140 or the church office at 716-692-1319.
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CALENDAR
Thursday, May 9
9:00am – 2:00pm Office Hours
10:00am Alcoholics Anonymous (Circle II Basement)
6:00pm Hearts4Worship
6:45pm Bell Choir
7:15pm Choir
Saturday, May 11
10:00am Alcoholics Anonymous (Circle II Basement)
Sunday, May 12
9:30am Faith Formation (All Ages)
10:30 am Sunday Worship for all ages (Sanctuary)
11:30am Coffee Fellowship for all ages (Parlor)
Monday, May 13
10:00 am Alcoholics Anonymous (Circle II Basement)
Tuesday, May 14
9:00am – 2:00pm Office Hours
12:00pm Worship Team
Wednesday, May 15
9:00am – 2:00pm Office Hours
10:00am Circle 2.1
Thursday, May 16
9:00am – 2:00pm Office Hours
10:00am Alcoholics Anonymous (Circle II Basement)
6:00pm Hearts4Worship
6:45pm Bell Choir
7:15pm Choir
Saturday, May 18
10:00am Alcoholics Anonymous (Circle II Basement)
Sunday, May 19
9:30am Faith Formation (All Ages)
10:30 am Sunday Worship for all ages (Sanctuary)
11:30am Coffee Fellowship for all ages (Parlor)
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List of Officers
ELDERS
Class of 2024 Class of 2025 Class of 2026
Betsy Crocker Tom Dugan Michael Barry
Patricia Loeswick (One Year) Nancy Rolando
William Welch, IV
DEACONS
Class of 2024 Class of 2025 Class of 2026
Mike Donovan Linda Barry
Lynn Hyland Gail Borycki
Alvin Marohn Laura Marohn
Marlene Tyrrell
TREASURER
- Tom Dugan
Church Parking Lot
Please, if you are able to walk, we would appreciate if you would park on the surrounding streets near the church
and leave the spaces in our parking lot for our folks who need them most. Thanks very much.
Hunger Sunday:
Don't forget that the third Sunday of the month is Hunger Sunday. Food and cash donations are welcome
and proceeds are donated to the Twin Cities Community Outreach. Any food items may be dropped off at Donna and Bruce Blinston's front porch at 25 Elmwood Park West. Thank you for your continued support.