FIRST DAY ! Weekly News and Opportunities at

The First Presbyterian Church of Howard County January 12, 2020

TODAY

DISCIPLESHIP HOUR Today: Sunday, January 12, 2020 Coffee Fellowship, hosted by Discipleship & Caring Ministries following the 10:30 a.m. worship service in Lyle Buck Hall Next week: Sunday, January 19, 2020 Movie Time & Lunch! in Lyle Buck Hall, following the 10:30 a.m. service showing the inspirational Disney film “Queen of Katwe” hosted by Discipleship & Caring Ministries (see details under General Info) Coffee Fellowship, hosted by the Deacons In Branch Hall, following the 10:30 a.m. worship service

LITURGIST: Akua (10:30)

WORSHIP VOLUNTEERS: Ushers & Greeters: Ron, M. J. (10:30); Sara (10:30); Tech Crew: Jean Robert, Tracy, Jonathan, Margot

FLOWERS THIS WEEK are given to the Glory of God by Amy with thanks for our awesome pastors and staff!

WE LIGHT THE REMEMBRANCE CANDLE this morning to remember Jerry Hinkel, who died on January 17, 2019.

CHILDREN’S WORSHIP: All worship begins in the Sanctuary. At 8:30 a.m.: After Welcoming One Another: Children ages 4-7 may go with Ms. Virginia Callegary to Godly Play. Parents can pick up their children following worship in rooms 110 & 113. At 10:30 a.m.: After the Children’s Prayer and Lord’s Prayer: Children ages 4-7 may go with Ms. Virginia Callegary to Godly Play. Parents can pick up their children following worship in rooms 110 & 113. Older children, grades 2-5, may go with Ms. Virginia Callegary to The Worship Bridge. They will return to the sanctuary later in the worship service.

WORSHIP BAGS: Worship bags are available to enhance the worship experience for children. Please return everything (except the bulletins) to the bags and return the bags to the ushers at the end of the service.

WE WELCOME Nelda Clelland as our guest musician this morning. Nelda Clelland works full-time as an engineering educator for a large corporation. She has over 45 years of experience as a church organist and music director for multiple denominations. She is a freelance pianist and accompanist. Nelda lives in Catonsville and has 2 grown sons and 3 grandchildren.

EARTH FORUM – TODAY Sunday, January, 12, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. (2nd Sunday) Topic: Maryland Legislative Briefing - Earth Forum joins with Interfaith Power and Light and Interfaith Partners for the Chesapeake to learn together how we can advocate for legislation that promotes clean air, clean water and environmental justice in 2020. We’ll hear from issue experts about priority legislation, why it’s important for Maryland, and how people of faith can be advocates from a moral and religious perspective. All are welcome.

GUIDE TO PRAYER FOR THE WEEK OF JANUARY 12, 2020

Please pray for: Henrietta, Burta, Dave, Phil, Dylan, Mil, Blondelle, Rose, Doris, Shirley, Lois, Shirley, Beth Non-Resident Members: Frank & Betty, Jeff, Marion, Vivian, Russ & Barb, Virginia Friends & Family: Virginia’s brother, Andrew; Peter, Aaron, Tim, Emily, David Recovering from Surgery: Jaiden Bereaved: Judy, Jimmy’s Family, Alice, Bob; Ed and Catherine, Leigh, Cathy, Barb and Sarah Care Center: Marvin, Carol, Reva, Jim Seminarians: Blake, Emma PCUSA Mission Coworkers: Jeff & Christi Boyd in Congo, www.PCUSA.org/jeff-and-christi-boyd; Jed & Jenny Koball in Peru, www.PCUSA.org/jed-koball

Please contact the church office, 410-730-3545 or one of the Pastors: Morton Harris, 443-824-3768 or Sue Lowcock Harris, 443-824-4305

with the prayers and concerns that you would like to share.

PEOPLE ON THE WAY

Martin Luther King, Jr., renewer of society, martyr (January 15, 1929–April 4, 1968) Dr. King is remembered as an American prophet of justice among races and nations, a Christian whose faith undergirded his advocacy of vigorous yet nonviolent action for racial equality. A pastor of churches in Montgomery, Alabama and Atlanta, Georgia, his witness was taken into the streets in such other places as Birmingham, Alabama, where he was jailed while protesting against segregation. He preached nonviolence and demanded that love be returned for hate. Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964, he was killed by an assassin on April 4, 1968. Though most commemorations are held on the date of a person’s death, many churches remember Dr. King near his birth date. Our nation will pause to remember him next week. Why not join in this remembrance by participating in the National Day of Service on Monday, January 20th here at our church?

THE ECUMENICAL PRAYER CYCLE focuses the prayers of Christians week by week, so that over the year all the countries of the world are prayed for. This week we pray for Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Yemen. We are thankful for:

Those who continue to pursue peace in the midst of ethnic strife and terrorism;

The faithfulness of Muslims in expressing their faith and working with others;

Christians who practice their faith even when they are a small, often discriminated minority.

For more information about the Prayer Cycle, visit the website of the World Council of Churches: www.oikoumene.org

OUR MISSION PARTNERSHIP PRAYER CYCLE FOR 2020 We pray for the churches and pastors of Baltimore Presbytery.

Ark and Dove Church in Odenton – Tim Stern, Pastor and Jonathan Nelson, Associate Pastor

Ashland Church in Hunt Valley – Shannon Meacham, Pastor Babcock Church in Baltimore County

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING OF THE CONGREGATION: The Session has called the Annual Meeting of the Congregation and Corporation of the First Presbyterian Church of Howard County to be held on Sunday, January 26, 2020 immediately following the 10:30 a.m. worship service in the church sanctuary. The purpose of the Annual Meeting is to hear the report of the Session and its Ministry Areas, to review the terms of the Co-Pastors’ call as required by the Book of Order, to receive the Session’s annual budget for the church, and to transact any other business properly coming before the Congregation.

WORSHIP, ART AND MUSIC NEWS

MUSIC MINISTRY Handbell Choir – Wednesday, January 29 at 7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir – Thursday, January 23 at 7:15 p.m. Questions? Contact the church office

ADULT EDUCATION & SPIRITUAL GROWTH

SUNDAY MORNING ADULT EDUCATION HOUR, 9:30-10:25 a.m. Detailed class descriptions are in the January 2020 Tidings.

Conversations on Race Book Study: The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison facilitated by Paula and Erin– Room 258 January 12, 19, 26

The book offers numerous themes to explore from race, to feminism to religion and shame.

From Christ to Constantine and a Bit Beyond: A Look at the Early Christians with Bill January 12 to March 29

The Bible in Depth: Isaiah - facilitated by Doyle Continues all year—all are welcome to join in at any time—Clark Parlor

Young Adult Games & Conversation - facilitated by Ann and Brian Continues all year—Room 205

GRAB AND GO COFFEE is available on Sunday mornings at the Wake Up Station on the second floor across from the Parlor until 10:20 a.m. Get a cup of coffee and head to class! Please return the cups to the drop off bins.

WEDNESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY – with Pastor Sue 9:30 – 11:00 a.m., every Wednesday, every week – in the Parlor We are studying the life of David. Everyone welcome! Snow Policy: If Howard County Public Schools are closed there will be no Bible Study. If there is a 2 hour delay we will meet at 10:00 a.m.

SNOW AND SEVERE WEATHER POLICY: In the event of snow, ice or other severe weather, on Sundays, the Home Page of the church website, and the church answering machine will have a special message to inform you whether worship services or other activities have been changed or canceled. The decision will be made by 6:30 a.m. with a goal to notify the radio stations (WBAL Radio and WJZ TV) and to put a message on the church answering machine and church website, www.firstpreshc.org by 7:00 a.m. Call the church office at 410-730-3545 for updated messages.

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

SUNDAY SCHOOL BEGINS at 9:30 a.m. - Ark and L.I.F.E. will gather in the Sanctuary at 9:30 a.m. then will go to their classes!

CONFIRMATION CLASS Next Class - Thursday, January 16, 6:30-8:00 p.m. – Room 258

STUDENT MINISTRIES

CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR STUDENT MINISTRY

Senior High Supper, 1st & 3rd Wednesdays Wednesday, January 15, 6:00-7:30 p.m. in Lyle Buck Hall

OPPORTUNITIES FOR SERVICE

MLK DAY OF SERVICE The Social Justice and Peacemaking Committee invites you to a day of service on Monday, January 20, 2020 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Activities for all ages will benefit rescue animals, upcycle old clothing, spread kindness, and more! With your help we invite and encourage others from our community to attend. Over the next two weeks we are asking the congregation for donations of old, clean tee shirts, just one per family. There is a box in the Lower Commons for your donation. If you have any questions, or would like a poster to put up at your place of business, local coffee house, grocery store, or community center, please contact the church office.

JUST ONE CAN…PLUS! – January – DOUBLE UP The Board of Deacons wants to increase our church’s food donations in January, and it would be appreciated if our congregation would step up even more than they already do to help out. Let’s redouble our efforts this month – give not just one can but two or more. These are the most requested items from the Howard County Food Bank: Baby Foods, Beans – Dried or Canned, Canned Meat / Tuna / Chicken, Canned Soups, Cereal, Evaporated Milk, Infant Formula, Baby & Toddler Foods, Peanut Butter, Spaghetti Sauce, Rice, Oatmeal, Pasta

THE MITTEN TREE - The Deacons are asking for donations of new or very gently used hats, gloves, mittens, scarves, and warm socks for children and adults. These will be distributed to the less fortunate in our community. The collection runs through Sunday, February 2, 2020. The Mitten Tree will be located in the Upper Commons. Contacts the church office.

THE COLD WEATHER SHELTER is coming in February! Our 24ish guests will be with us from Monday evening, February 3rd through Monday morning, February 17th. We need folks to be here in the evening, stay overnight, cook dinner, clean and do laundry. For more info, see the display in the Lower Commons or contact the church office.

GENERAL INFORMATION

BRIDGES TO HOUSING STABILITY INVITES YOU TO A FUN-FILLED FUNDRAISER at Main Event Entertainment – Eat | Bowl | Play TODAY, Sunday, January 12, 2020, 5:00-8:00 p.m. at 10300 Little Patuxent Parkway, #2520, Columbia, MD 21044 Bowling | Laser Tag | 100+ Arcade Games & More! 20% of all proceeds will go to help Bridges to Housing Stability Earn money on sales of arcade games, food, gift cards, activities, non-alcoholic beverages. Drop all receipts at the end of the night into the receipt drop off box at the bowl desk to ensure your purchase is accounted for.

ANNUAL RESPONSE PROGRAM – Seeds of Stewardship It’s not too late to turn in your estimate of giving card for 2020. Please mail in your response or take it to the church office.

COORDINATING COUNCIL Will meet on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 258.

MOVIE TIME! Discipleship & Caring Ministries is changing the Movie event to next week, Sunday, January 19th at 11:30 a.m. Come see the inspirational Disney film “Queen of Katwe” in Lyle Buck Hall. Bring pillows or blankets if you want to watch from the floor. We will also honor our newest church members as Movie VIPs. Lunch will be served after the movie has started. Family movie guides indicate that this PG film is appropriate for children ages 8 and older.

PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN “GATHER TOGETHER” for CHRISTMAS DINNER Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. in Lyle Buck Hall Celebrate Christmas in January with PW. There will be a catered dinner, dessert and entertainment. Secret Pals revealed. Bring donations for Helping Up Mission. Tickets are $25.00 each and are on sale in the Lower Commons. Questions? Contact: Carol Collins or Debbie Reese.

COLLEGE CARE PACKAGES Ruth Circle will be sending care packages to college students on Sunday, January 26, 2020. Send the address for your college-age student to Linda Fazzari at LindaFazzari@gmail.com by Wednesday, January 22. Donations of items for the packages can be dropped off in the box in the Lower Commons until Sunday, January 26. See list of suggested items in the December 2019 issue of Tidings. The cost to mail a package is $15.00, send payment to Caroline Smith, Church Administrator. Check or cash accepted. Make check payable to “First Presbyterian of Howard County.” Donations for postage can be dropped off in the church office. All can participate! Thank you!

PER CAPITA FOR 2020 is $36.00. The “Per Capita” is each church member’s share of the expenses of the larger church – the Presbytery, the Synod and General Assembly of the PCUSA. Our congregation is required to pay this amount for each member of the church. First Presbyterian Church of Howard County is faithful in fully paying our congregation’s apportionment. A contribution of $36.00 from every member would mean $20,520 which could be put to work in other ways in our congregation’s ministries this year. Have you paid your per capita? Thank you to those who have paid already!

WEEKLY CALENDAR Sunday Morning Schedule

8:30 a.m. Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School – The Education Hour

Ages 2 through Adult Ark is for children, Age 2 through Grade 1

L.I.F.E. is for children, Grade 2 through Grade 5 Mid High is for students, Grade 6 through Grade 8

Senior High is for students, Grade 9 through Grade 12 And a variety of changing classes for Adults

Infant & Toddler Care is available all morning Godly Play (age 4 – grade 1) during 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. services The Worship Bridge (grades 2 – 5) during 10:30 a.m. service

10:30 a.m. Worship | 11:30 a.m. Discipleship Hour

MITTEN TREE – THROUGH FEBRUARY 2

Sunday, January 12th BAPTISM OF THE LORD | MINUTE FOR MISSION – MLK DAY OF SERVICE

8:30 a.m. Worship 9:30 a.m. Education Hour – Church School for all ages Grab & Go Coffee 10:30 a.m. Worship 11:30 a.m. Discipleship Hour Conversations on Race | Knitting Ministry 11:45 a.m. Nominating Committee 2:00 p.m. Earth Forum of Howard County 5:00 p.m. South Asian Language (Urdu) Worship Service

Monday, January 13th CHURCH OFFICE OPEN 9:00 A.M.-5:00 P.M.

Tuesday, January 14th SUPPER TUESDAY

1:00 p.m. Staff Meeting | Tanglers® 7:00 p.m. Christian Education Discipleship & Caring Ministries | Mission

Wednesday, January 15th BULLETIN ARTICLES DUE

9:30 a.m. Wednesday Morning Bible Study 1:00 p.m. Knitting Fellowship 6:00 p.m. Senior High Supper 7:00 p.m. Coordinating Council Meeting

Thursday, January 16th

TIDINGS ARTICLES DUE 6:30 p.m. Confirmation Class

Friday, January 17th

11:30 a.m. Bulletins Folded

Saturday, January 18th

3:30 p.m. Maloney/Riso Wedding

Sunday, January 19th SECOND SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY | MINUTE FOR MISSION – COLD WEATHER SHELTER

8:30 a.m. Worship 9:30 a.m. Education Hour – Church School for all ages Grab & Go Coffee 10:30 a.m. Worship 11:30 a.m. Discipleship Hour 11:45 a.m. Nominating Committee 12:00 p.m. CWS Participant & Elder Meeting 5:00 p.m. South Asian Language (Urdu) Worship Service

The Church Office is open Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

For more events throughout the week at First Presbyterian Church, please check the calendar on our website at www.firstpreshc.org, the current issue of Tidings, or call the church office 410-730-3545.

A Weekly Email is sent every Friday, if you would like to receive it please contact the church office.

To submit news or events for the weekly bulletin First Day! please email to: fpcadmin@firstpreshc.org by Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. To submit articles for Tidings, our monthly newsletter, please send articles by email to: fpcadmin@firstpreshc.org by Thursday, January 16, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. for the February 2020 Issue #2.