Dedicated to Jesus Christ, we are committed to making a difference by

caring for one another, growing in our ministries, and reaching beyond ourselves.

June 27, 2012 Issue No. 7 PARSON TO PERSON

Sharing Second Sharing Second Presbyterian Church

SECOND CHANCES

2012 Directory 2

VBS Photos 3

SPY (Youth Events) 4

Second Seniors 5

Finance Update 6

Presbyterian Women 7

WV Back to School 8

July 1: Dan Hans July 8: Youth Work Camp Sunday July 15: Dan Hans July 22: Barrett Milner July 29: Karen Hartsfield

After one month of summer here at Second Church I am pleased to report some exciting happenings in, around, and through our church.

1. We have completed another wonderful Vacation Bible School under the leadership of our Director of Children’s Ministry Missy Wallace. Eighty (80) elementary age children attended VBS and 55 adults and youth volunteered to create a four-day experience of faith formation for our children. 2. Nineteen (19) high school youth and 5 adult advisors traveled to Clinton, TN to help repair the homes of low income elderly people through the REACH youth work camp ministry. Our Associate Pastor for Youth and Mission Barrett Milner said that it was another terrific faith-and-service experience for our youth. The youth will report on their mission trip in worship on July 8. 3. We held our first annual Families Picnic sponsored by the Families adult Sunday school class with leadership from elder Eddie Mesta and our Associate Pastor for Adult Ministry and Fellowship Karen Hartsfield. Susan and Lee Abner hosted the picnic at which 40 were in attendance for good food and fellowship. 4. On a personal note, on the last weekend in May, my daughter was married here at Second Church. Our family and friends enjoyed the beautiful sanctuary while Beth and I appreciated the assistance of organist Martha Anderson and wedding coordinator Shawn Ray. I had the unique opportunity to walk my daughter down the aisle and then perform the wedding ceremony. Blessings, Dan

SECOND SHARING . . . New Members, Church Photo Directory PAGE 2

Top 10 reasons to get your picture taken for Second’s New Pictorial Directory . . .

10. LifeTouch will make a donation to God’s Pantry for every directory photo taken. 9. You get a free 8 x 10 picture for participating. 8. It’s a great chance to get family pictures! 7. Bring canned goods to support God’s pantry and receive a $5 coupon towards a purchase. 6. You can bring your pets or meaningful objects for specialized portraits. 5. We will have access to a secure, password protected online directory. 4. Your photograph paired with your name helps new members feel connected more quickly. 3. You can have your picture made into Christmas Cards and get a head start on the holidays! 2. You get a free pictorial directory! (Only those who participate will receive a free directory) 1. You are an important part of the Second Church Fami ly. Sign up at www.2preslex.org or in the Gathering Place on Sundays beginning in July. Picture Dates: August 1, 2, 4, 7, 8, 22, 23 & 25

Questions? Contact Sue Paulsen (335-9892), Doreen Stretch (523-5455), or Kristy Ehlert (351-1541).

MEET OUR NEW MEMBERS

Randy Hof fmann , by Reaffirmation of Faith. He is self-employed and enjoys wood working, camping, hiking and cycling. He is married to member, Elizabeth Post.

George and Helen Robertson , by Letter of Transfer from First Presbyterian, Lexington. Both are retired and enjoy spending time with their children and grandchildren.

Mary Pardue , by Letter of T rans fer f r om Foundr y Methodist, Washington, DC. She is a retired teacher and enjoys gardening and traveling.

Jean Wallen , by Letter of Transfer from Millersburg P r e s b y t e r i a n C h u r c h , Millersburg, KY.

SECOND SHARING . . . 2012 VBS PAGE 3 We had a fabulous time at our “Sky” VBS this month. Together with pilot Flash Skyrunner, we soared into an adventure where we learned that no matter what to trust God. Approximately 80 children enjoyed a week filled with bible memory buddies, cool science experiments, out of this world snacks and games. For our mission project during the week, the children brought in over $100 in change to purchase mosquito nets for children in Mali, Africa. The Children’s Ministry Council would like to say a special thank you to our 58 volunteers who made Vacation Bible school an outstanding experience for our children. VBS continued to make an impact after the week was over. After learning about the malaria epidemic in Africa, two of our children went home and held a lemonade stand and raised $28 to contribute to our mission project.

SECOND SHARING . . . Bible Studies and More, SPY (Second Presbyterian Youth) PAGE 4

����Saturday Book Group The Saturday Book Group will continue to meet in the summer at 9:00 a.m. Join us as we study An Altar in the World. Contact Joanne Olson-Biglieri (268-4323) for details on location of meeting.

����Men’s Breakfast Men’s Breakfast meets each Wednesday (6:30-7:30 a.m.) at Bob Evans on Richmond Road. Join us as we study Lost Christianities by Bart Ehrman. Questions? Call Shawn Caudill (219-1249).

SECOND PRESBYTERIAN YOUTH (SPY) We look forward to a summer filled with fun and fellowship Below is our SPY Summer Schedule . Look for details listed on the Weekly SPY Updates. Below are photos of the Middle School BAM Mission Trip.

"SPY Thrilling Thursdays" July 12 - Lexington Legends (7:00 p.m.) August 9 - Cincinnati Zoo King's Island Trip Tuesday, July 17 SPY Fall Semester Kick-0ff Event (Jacobson Park) Sunday, September 9

The dates below have been reserved during the 11:00 service for those of you who would like to schedule a baptism for your child:

August 12 September 23 December 23

Please contact the church office (254-7768) if you would like to discuss having a child baptized.

2012 BAPTISM DATES

Baptism and the Lord's Supper: Reformed Beliefs and Practices

Speaker: Dr. Ronald P. Byars Professor Emeritus of Preaching and Worship Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond, Virginia

Date: August 10-11

Location: Georgetown College 400 East College Street / Georgetown, KY 40324

Cost: $75 (includes books and Saturday meals) Join Dr. Byars for a presentation and discussion surrounding the reformed understanding of Baptism and The Lord's Supper. Participants will be invited to reflect on these sacraments in the life of the church as they are guided through the Directory for Worship of the Presbyterian Church (USA) . To register please send an email to Sharel Templeton: stempleton@transypby.org. Mail your check to: Presbytery of Transylvania, P.O. Box 23580, Lexington, KY 40523.

CONTINUTING EDUCATION OPPORTUNITY

SECOND SHARING . . . Virginia Trip, Second Seniors Task Force, Father’s Day Collection PAGE 5

Congratulations to the Men’s Softball Team who won their division with a 7-2 record! Special thanks to coach Andrew Hoellein for all his hard work. Front Row (l-r): Joe Morgan, Andrew Hoellein Back: Steve Zettler, Ryan Palmer, Taylor Huber, Jamie Unseld, Jesse Hitt, John Greer, Greg Ladd, Jo Albert Not Pictured: Bart Giles, Chris Dehoag, Jordan Yeiser, Steve Fowler, Justin Boyd, Thomas Downs

Hello, friends! In May, we met to have lunch together and hear a program by Pastor Dan on Abraham Lincoln’s faith. Wonderful food and fascinating presentation. Then, in June, the congregation celebrated our veterans who attended a luncheon in their honor. The next luncheon specifically for Second Seniors will be October 9 at 12:00 noon with a program to be determined. In addition, Hendy Seelbach has the yearly October trip organized and ready for you to sign up and head to Virginia. . .please do! Occasionally, people query in regard to fun ideas for local Senior trips. Anyone submitting ideas, please follow up: 1) plan which day/time you intend to go, 2) inform Karen Hartsfield of the details regarding where, and whether or not you will need the church bus, far enough in advance for her to find a driver, coordinate with other users of the bus, and publicize the event in Second Sharing (which is published monthly). The bus holds 14 persons. More than five participants are advisable for using the bus. One participant (not the bus driver) needs to be willing to stay with any participant who becomes ill. 3) plan to contribute to gas, and to pay for food and entrance fees. Fees for anyone wishing to go, yet unable to pay, may be covered by participants, in the event any are willing to donate. Personal vehicles will need to be used for trips to gambling or alcohol-related venues. In addition, four or five individuals are needed who will serve as Activities Task Force for our 400-plus Second Seniors. Please submit your names to Karen Hartsfield (254-7768) by June 30. (No names submitted? Translation: no one is interested in fun!)

CARRY ME BACK TO OLD VIRGINNY All adult members and guests are invited to join us October 25-28, 2012 on this wonderful adventure. We are on our way to Central Virginia and the Shenandoah Valley to explore this very historic area. Day One will find us in Beckley, WV where we will visit Tamarack for lunch and

then onto the Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine at the New River Park area. Day Two we will explore Lexington, Virginia touring Stonewall Jackson’s home, Lee Chapel and Museum and the Marshall Museum. This day will end with a Cadet Parade at VMI. Day Three, we will travel to Natural Bridge and then onto Appomattox Court House National Park. Day Four, we will worship at Old Stone Presbyterian Church in Lewisburg, WV. This unique church was erected in 1796 and is the oldest active Presbyterian Church west of the Allegany’s.

Registration forms are available in the church office. Please complete and send to Second Church with your non-refundable deposit of $75 to reserve your place. Deadline on reservations is September 10 with final payment due on September 30. If you have any questions, please call Hendy Seelbach (859-276-3358 or 859-351-5133)

SECOND SENIORS TASK FORCE

On Sunday, June 17 we honored our fathers by contributing to God’s Pantry in their memory/honor.

FATHER’S DAY COLLECTION FOR GOD’S PANTRY

Given By Given in Honor of The Caudill Family William Bowdy & Don Caudill The Kramer Family Ray Kramer Richard & Matt Hunt Mark Hunt The Hunt Family Kelly Hunt & Bo Phipps Barbara Rahenkamp Robert Rahenkamp Jamie Keller Hal Keller Randy & Amy Powell R.O. Robertson, Jr.

Given By Given in Memory of Mark Brayfield Bradley Dixiana Bradley Solomon The Hunt Family Dick Howe & Frank Kolb His Family Jack Roth Don Bayer Paul O. Bayer The Kramer Family William G. Barr The Wilson Family Burel Kegley & Perry Wilson Betty Evans Mills Dr. O.T. Evans Joann & Jerry Lucietta Emmit White & Charles Lucietta Ruth Webb Kelly John Gay Webb Jeanette Coufal William Coufal & Andrew Brock Shirley Walz Carroll P. Crosby Charles & Mary McGaha Our Fathers Jane Stanger Frank Bateman Stanger Anne Purple Hubert D. Lucy The Wilsons Burel Kegley & Perry Wilson Bill Perrine Howard Perrine Sue and Gaige Paulsen Our Fathers Roseleen Brown & Fred Brown Dave Davidowski

SECOND SHARING . . . Birthdays, For The Health Of It, Finance Update PAGE 6

FOR THE HEALTH OF IT JULY BIRTHDAYS

1 Elizabeth Shane 3 Kristan Lenning, Fon Rogers 4 Alan Richardson 5 Dick Shore, David Ehlert 6 Roberta James, Julio Sason, Eddie Mesta 7 Evelyn Cornish, Avery Gabbard 8 Ray Kleine, Barbara Sanders 9 Will Chewning 10 Carolyn Cholak, Sam Croucher, George Woolwine,

Vinko Simic, Brian Rickerd, Betsy Campbell 11 Merl Baker, Joan Welch, Ben Simpson 12 Courtney Lagrew, Katie Williams 13 Audrey Conley, Dawn Railey, Vanessa Wells-Grey,

Laura Cook, Margaret Gleason 14 Barbara Rahenkamp, Brent Clay, John Greene,

Roseleen Brown, Lindsay Milward 15 Jeanette Coufal, Leigh Buckley, Tracy McIntosh,

Amy Crittenden 16 Susan Hammond, Bill Crummett, Paul McLaughlin 18 Pete Atkeson, Amy Palmer 19 Vince Pendley 20 John Wilson, Caroline Baesler 21 Tony Stallard, Julia Shane 22 Bob Boldrey, Scott Roth, Cooper Sawyer 23 Clement Ritter, Gary Leslie, John Hamilton,

Megan Giles, Michael Robinson, Zachary Robinson 24 Mary Pardue, Pat Wilson 25 John William Greene, Carol White, Dwight Carpenter

Tricia Gaetz 26 Ina Carpenter, Jerry Lucietta, Linda Watt 27 Hal Keller, Dorothy Swope. Stojanka Simic 28 Una Blaiklock, Jerry Richardson, Charlie Wilkinson,

Melanie Copeland 29 Bob Granacher, Henriette Ngog, Tom Barker 30 George Robertson, Tom Lingeman, Jim Lyon,

Sharon Mattmiller, Jay Busby, John Copeland 31 Bill Sturgill, Suzanne Irwin

FINANCE UPDATE

Please remember to support the church through the summer months, as we continue to maintain our ongoing service to our community and each other. Mid-year contribution statement will be mailed in mid July. Contact Mollie Sawyer, Director of Finance and Operations (254-7768 or mollies@2preslex.org) if you have questions. As of the end of May, our total pledges received to the church was 39% of our yearly goal and we should be at 42%.

End of May (year to date) 2012 Receipts: $542,363 2012 Expenses: $462,409

Surplus $ 61,954 Note: Mission giving is sent out at the end of each quarter; $51,000 will be disbursed at the end of June.

If anyone is thirsty, let him come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me , as the Scripture

has said, streams of living water will flow from within him. John 7:37

It's time to rethink your drink. Many sweetened drinks are high in calories and are associated with the current national epidemic of obesity. In 2010 38 states had obesity rates over 25%. The obesity problem is closely associated with diabetes and heart disease. Since the 1960's there has been a considerable increase in

carbohydrates, sugar, and high fructose corn syrup consumption. Both sucrose and high fructose corn syrup are in processed foods, especially soft drinks and fruit drinks. We have increased our intake of regular sodas fourfold since 1957. They have gone from being a treat to a regular part of every day. For example, a 20 ounce can of soda contains 240 calories, a 16 ounce Hawaiian Punch has 240, and a 16 ounce sport drink has 140 calories. Read the labels and beware of ingredients named corn syrup, dextrose, fructose, syrup, or high fructose corn syrup. Even though fruit juice has nutritional value, they are also high in calories. Coffee drinks have become so popular, but can cause weight gain if you buy ones with flavored syrups, whipped cream, or half and half. Consider the mocha with whole milk and whipped cream at 400 calories! To decrease your total caloric intake eliminate regular sodas and fruit drinks. If you stop for coffee, order the smallest size or just drink regular. Skip the whipped cream and flavorings. Choose drinks with 5 calories or fewer, like sparkling water with natural flavors or just plain water! It's what your body needs in these hot days.

Jackie Graves, Parish Nurse

SECOND SHARING . . . Mission Trip, Member News, Blood Drive, Presbyterian Women PAGE 7

MEMBER NEWS

SECOND E-SHARING The next issue of Second Sharing will be mailed August 1, 2012 and emailed to those who are signed up to receive Second E-Sharing. The electronic version can be seen on our website at www.2preslex.org .

There’s still time to join us on July 8-13 , led by M i s s i o n C o m m i t t e e chairperson, Ray Davis, as we embark upon our first-annua l m iss ion t r ip excursion to the Buckhorn

Children’s Center in Buckhorn, KY. Founded in 1902 with support of numerous Presbyterian congregations, Buckhorn Children’s Center currently provides residential treatment and special education programs for 28 youth from 12-17 years of age. As many of you are aware, Second church has been a long-time mission partner and financial supporter of the Buckhorn Children’s Center ministry, and in our continued efforts to engage in the “hands-on” work of the Church’s call for service and mission. This year’s Buckhorn Mission Trip experience will be open to any and all who wis h to serve. Work projects will be varied and will require the gifts and skills of all ability levels. Should you be interested in learning more about this exciting and life-changing opportunity, please contact Ray Davis (272-1389 or phseal@aol.com) or Barrett Milner (254-7768 or barrettm@2preslex.org) for more details and registration information.

FIRST ANNUAL MISSION TRIP TO BUCKHORN CHILDREN’S CENTER Sympathy to Joan Welch on the death of her husband, Larry.

Congratulations to Ellen Lyon and Scott Crum who were married in our sanctuary on June 16.

Congratulations to Barbara Bowers and Masten Childers who were married on June 17.

Congratulations to Emily Downing and Will Strafford who were at married at Raven Run on June 23. Thanks to the staff and members of Second for my retirement celebrations. Your gifts and cards were appreciated but the love you have shown to me will never be forgotten. JoAnn Atcher Thanks to everyone from our Second family who prayed and sent cards during this difficult time with Gale's mothers passing. Your prayers were answered with peace and comfort knowing you all were behind us and lifting us up.

Answer: Any woman who attends or is a member of a Presbyterian Church! So that includes ALL women! ! Here is an example of what one group of Presbyterian Women is doing at Second Presbyterian Church.

At each monthly gathering, the Monday Beth Wachs Circle studied The Beatitudes– and learned they are a “call to action” for us to honor, stand with and care for the poor, the meek, the hungry, and others. Next year we will use the PW study of the Books of 1, 2 Peter, 1, 2, 3 John, and Jude in “Dispatches to God’s Household.” Our mission giving this year has totaled over $1500 (!), including a $300 gift to Camp Burnamwood; $200 each to the work and mission of PW at the Presbytery, Synod and Churchwide levels; $238 to the special PW offerings (Thank and Birthday) to improve the health and economic situations of women and children – and men – around the world; $384 to shop for Christmas gifts for a Westminster Village family; and $22.67 to the Fellowship of the Least Coin (a worldwide ecumenical offering to assist women and children). Whew! That is a good chunk of mission! Being connected with PW’s everywhere can get a lot of good work done in the name of Jesus Christ. A small stained glass window in memory of Beth Wachs is being planned for the Forum Room using the contributions made to the church in her memory. We will keep the congregation informed as plans move along, especially the time of the dedication. We’ll begin our “next” year on Monday, September 10 at 1:00 p.m. in the Forum Room. We’ll have a light snack, do a little business and then get into the Bible study. There is wonderful fellowship, new friends to make, challenging Bible study, opportunities for mission work, and the chance to join the thousands and thousands of women across the world who “are” Presbyterian Women. Come be part of this dynamic endeavor!! For more info contact Karen May (223-5434).

The next All-Church Blood Drive will be held on Sunday, July 15 in the room next to the Gathering Place (9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.). Look for the sign up sheet on the “sign post” across from the church office.

Visit www.kybloodcenter.org for more information.

ALL-CHURCH BLOOD DRIVE

WHO ARE “PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN”, ANYWAY?

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Although it seems that the school year was just ove r, it will soon be time for classes to resume! Would you remember the children of Westminster Village as you do back to school shopping? The following are needed to prepare the 70 plus children at Westminster Village as they start a new school year. Items may be placed in the blue bins marked “Westmi nster Village” located in the Gathering Place by August 1 2. Supplies will be distributed at Westminster by the Community Resource Team on August 13.

School Supplies Compasses & Protractors Pencils (Ticonderoga) and No.2 Pencils Mechanical Pencils Pencil Top Erasers Big Pink Erasers Notebook Paper (Wide Rule) Notebook Dividers Plastic Folders (ONLY) red, yellow, blue, red, green, purple, clear Large Bottles Hand Sanitizer Dry Markers Clip Boards Crayons (24 court) Regular and Erasable Pencil Pouches (Cloth) Glue Sticks Packages of Construction Paper Primary Writing Tablets

Composition Books Big Back Packs Highlighters Three Ring Binders (1/2 inch, 1,2,3 inch Scissors (Blunt Ends) Junior Scissors 3-Subject Notebooks 5-Subject Notebooks Markers (Big and Small) Washable & Regular Personal Items Women’s and Men’s Deodorant Toothpaste Toothbrushes Bar Soap Shampoo White Wash Cloths Paper Towels

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