First Presbyterian Church of Holland Michigan (PCUSA)

5th Sunday in Lent

THE EPISTLE: James 5:13-20

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Participating in Worship: Rev. Linda Knieriemen, Rev. Matt Webber, Liturgist: Sara Appleyard, Minute for Mission: Tom Glover

Since 1949, Presbyterians have joined with millions of other Christians through One Great Hour of Sharing to share God’s love with people experiencing need. Our gifts support ministries of disaster response, refugee assistance and resettlement, and community development that help people find safe refuge, start new lives and work together to strengthen their families and communities.

Recognizing that the hope we have in Christ is lived out in our hope for one another, we respond with gifts that help our sisters and brothers around the world find the hope for a brighter future.

For more information on this series please visit this link.

A three minute trailer is presented below.

“Black Presbyterians have a story to tell. In some ways, it’s the same story; one of oppression and struggle on the road to equality, freedom, and respect. It was long in coming, but when the Civil Rights Movement arrived, it arrived with a vengeance. The seeds of discontent that took root in the movement were sown long before Brown vs. Board of Education, long before Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat. It was an awareness that began in childhood.”

Listen to the stories of Black Presbyterians who lived during the struggle for Civil Rights freedom and equality. Listen to them recount the moments that ignited their commitment to freedom and fueled their zeal for equality and respect.

The Office of Black Congregational Enhancement of the General Assembly Council has captured the history of several African-American Presbyterians who were active in the Civil Rights Movement in this first of several DVDs entitled “Black Presbyterians: The Legacy Series.” This DVD on the Civil Rights movement is a resource that details the history of the Civil Rights struggle in three parts.

Part I begins with personal stories of oppression that shaped the lives of some prominent Black Presbyterians. Part II moves into highlights of their involvement in the Civil Rights Movement. Part III focuses on the Presbyterian denomination as it grappled with the moral issues that emerged from the Civil Rights Movement.

Learn about the contributions of Black Presbyterians as they worked to shape the consciousness of the Presbyterian denomination. Learn of the church’s response to this call for responsible discipleship in the 1960s and 1970s. Be challenged by their call to be a witness to God’s desire for a just and free society, open and inclusive to all. Listen to the successes and failures experienced by Black Presbyterians in their efforts to become full participants in the household of God.

For the rest of the series please visit this link.

This 19-minute program features stories from the seven ministry areas of the General Assembly Council. Learn how the PC(USA) is involved in evangelism and church growth, leadership training, vocation discernment, world mission, racial ethnic ministries, peace and justice, relief and development and theology, worship and education. These stories show how we as Presbyterians are disciples of Jesus Christ — locally and globally.

Sunday, April 12, 2009 9:45 to 11:00

Buffet Menu
Pancakes, syrup, butter
Egg Casserole
Sliced Ham
Fresh Fruit
Banana Bread
Beverages

We need volunteers for the following! Please check all boxes that apply!
Please put in the offering plate or hand in to
Diane Hayes or Terri Schamper today!

□ Dishwashing – during and/or after breakfast

□ Set-up crew (Saturday, April 11th from 11:00 to 1:00)
**We need about 20 people to make it go quickly!

□ Buffet runners (9:30-11:00)

□ Syrup, butter, and egg servers on buffet

□ Beverage runners for tables – coffee, water and juice

□ Dining room busers – help reset tables and clean

□ Donate fresh fruit – oranges, strawberries, bananas, grapes,
**Please bring to church on SATURDAY 11:00-12:30

□ Donate homemade banana bread
**Please bring to church on SATURDAY 11:00-12:30

□ Clean up after breakfast
** We really need assistance here

Rusty Rust will be collecting money for the Easter flowers. A $5 donation is suggested.

Size 5 diapers, plastic wrap, toothpaste, sanitary napkins, laundry detergent.

The unwanted cell phones put into our cell phone recycle tub are now being forwarded to the Center for Women in Transition for their client’s use. Any extra are sold and turned into cash for their programs. Thank you for remembering to recycle. Every one of us can make a difference every day.