First Presbyterian Church News (Clarksville, TN)

Diane Bowland                                   Hank Livingstone   Bob Gandy Annelle Gracey   George Lowe Hank Livingstone Don & Sarah Morgan   Ruby Jean McLeod Lew & Brenda Metts   Liz Thomas Hank Livingstone Ralph & Janice Mickle Robin Mealer   Memorials received after July 29 will be  on  the Newsletter dated August 7.

  Events This Week 4th Sunday After Pentecost, July 3 9:00 a.m.   Women's Friendship Sunday School Class Men's Brotherhood Sunday School Class 10:00 a.m.  Morning Worship with Communion 11:15 a.m.   Service and Mission Committee Meeting (in Library) Monday, July 4 ***Office Closed*** Tuesday, July 5 5:00 p.m. Yoga (in Fellowship Hall) Wednesday, July 6 10:00 a.m. Bible Study with Pastor Greg Meet in the Library or Join on  Zoom  (Meeting ID: 231 246 359; Passcode: 007472) 11:00 a.m. Historical Tour of FPC Thursday, July 7 8:30 a.m. Yoga (in Fellowship Hall during July)

  Prayers Please be in prayer this week for:   Wade Rudolph, Hunter Daniel, Michael Harris (Sheryl and Richard Parker's son-in-law), Nicole Williamson (Greg and Denice Williamson's daughter-in-law), Justine Kaneris (works with "Seasons"), Jennifer Wallace (Learning Center teacher), Rayna & Joey Williamson, Kim Smith (Kitty Boaz's daughter), Melanie Cobb (Steve and Diane Miner's daughter), Leo Adames, Dick Pryor, and all those affected by Covid-19. Please continue to pray for: Don Atkins, Florence Bailey, Don Beck, Jay Bowland, Bessie Costanza, Lew Metts, the FPC Christian Ed Program, Seasons Respite Care, as well as those in LaGonave, Haiti, Rwanda, and South Sudan.  Condolences to: Cari and her family as they grieve the passing of her father, Dan Aiken . His obituary may be found here .   Praises We give praise for: Perry York, who has filled in as our maintenance man the last three years!  Roxanne Lueck, who works tirelessly behind the scenes to curate

Shower Love--a program providing free showers and haircuts to the homeless--is held on the fourth Sunday of each month from 2:00-4:00 pm. We operate from the Loaves & Fishes building, 825 Crossland Avenue. We need socks, insect repellent, sunscreen, and razors! We also need volunteers, including barbers and hairdressers who will provide free haircuts. Contact Margaret Adames or Ann Waddle if you have any questions.

" Seasons" has brought on more staff this summer! Welcome our new Director, Rebecca Spencer (pictured first)--who has the crew moving, dancing, painting, and swimming already--as well as our new aide, Brookelynn Aanerud (pictured second). This program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities provides an opportunity for fun socializing and community involvement. Volunteers are invited to join in on field trips, art with Ola, and music with Mary Beth. And we are always working on some art project for all you artists.  Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00-2:00 in the AOC. Spread the word! 

FPC's Service Committee is closed during the month of July, but we'll be back in August!  This group provides financial assistance for utility bills, transportation, and prescriptions for those in need. If you are interested in helping when we re-open in August, contact Sara Little or Ann Waddle. We can use help with bookkeeping, reception, and interviewing clients. We operate from Loaves & Fishes on Mondays, 1:00-2:30.

Volunteers are needed to help with our Cooling Center in the AOC during the month of July!  We are collaborating with the City of Clarksville, United Way, YAI Paks, Urban Ministries, and the Crisis Call Line to provide a cool place for people who do not have an air-conditioned home when temperatures are above 90. We will be open seven days a week, 1:00-8:00 PM (Sundays 1:00-6:00). On Wednesdays, folks have a chance to take showers. We could use toiletries, snacks, ice, paper towels, and Tylenol. The City and United Way are providing one paid staff person, but we need extra help... If you are available for an hour or two (or more), please contact Ann Waddle. Thank you for supporting our outreach programs!

Do you love the arts? You will want to participate in South of the River!  Meet up at 10am at Salem Community Church on Saturday, July 9 to tour downtown Clarksville art studios. We will organize groups and give out maps. The studios are open until 3:00. All participants are encouraged to come to the reception at Erin’s Farm with live music afterwards!

 

Subscribe for Updates! Volunteering @ Loaves & Fishes Sat, July 23, 10:00am-12:00pm Our local food pantry and mission to the homeless, located at 825 Crossland Ave, needs our help shelving items in the warehouse and serving the guests. Please confirm your availability by July 18 so we can let them know how many volunteers to expect. Harpeth River Float Sun, July 31, 6:00-8:00pm Bring your own tube (about $7 at Walmart) and meet us on the Harpeth in Pegram for a 1.5-2 hour easy float! Prepare for getting wet and being out in the sun. We'll provide some snacks and drinks to enjoy at the final swimming hole destination.  Worship Night @ Downtown Commons Wed, August 3, 6:00-7:00pm Come sing and worship with us for this concert in the park, led by artists from Crosspoint Church. Everyone is invited to come early and bring family, friends and their own chairs and blankets. Practicing Our Faith Discussion @ Sanctuary on Main Cafe Sun, August 14, 11:30am-12:30pm If you yearn for deeper

  Bill Posey  Jake Arrington  Janet Haase  Annette Marks  Lynette Aiken  Jane Coate  Kris Foust  Ann Waddle  Katie Keen  Laura Daniel  Georgia Havens  Marcia Allen  Tom Presler Ross Hicks  Mary Ann Connell  Nancy Telford  Vicki Wallace  Ella Hay  Marc Schoonover  Roxanne Lueck  John Neubauer  Debra Bailey 

SEEKING TEACHERS FPC Preschool and Learning Center are looking for creative, child-centered teachers/aides to kick off the fall.  For Preschool positions call or email Chelsea at 931-645-0313 or preschoolatfpc@gmail.com .   For Learning Center positions call Jessica at 931-648-2665 or email reports.alc@gmail.com . SEEKING LIVE STREAM ENGINEERS FPC Clarksville is looking for  live stream engineers  for our Sunday Services! All within easy walking distance of APSU.  Learn about live streaming and operating a video switch board with four cameras. This involves switching to the appropriate cameras, color balancing, and monitoring the streaming audio. Hours are 9am to noon each Sunday.  We have a friendly staff and knowledgeable community.  If you have streaming and AV experience and are interested in helping FPC make each Sunday special, contact us for rates and additional event opportunities: www.fpcclarksville.com   931-645-6551  fpcclarksville@gmail.com 213 Main Street, Clarksville, T

FPC's Nursery is looking for a person to work on Sunday mornings from approximately 9:45-11:15 during our 10:00 Service as well as during special events. Please email dyorkfpc@gmail.com or call 931-645-6551 for additional details or to schedule an interview.

FPC Clarksville is looking for live stream engineers for our Sunday Services! All within easy walking distance of APSU.  Learn about live streaming and operating a video switch board with four cameras. This involves switching to the appropriate cameras, color balancing, and monitoring the streaming audio. Hours are 9am to noon each Sunday.  We have a friendly staff and knowledgeable community.  If you have streaming and AV experience and are interested in helping FPC make each Sunday special, contact us for rates and additional event opportunities: www.fpcclarksville.com   931-645-6551  fpcclarksville@gmail.com 213 Main Street, Clarksville, TN 37040   

Prayers Please be in prayer this week for:   Dan Aiken, Wade Rudolph, Hunter Daniel, Michael Harris (Sheryl and Richard Parker's son-in-law), Family of Liz Thomas, Nicole Williamson (Greg and Denice Williamson's daughter-in-law), Justine Kaneris (works with "Seasons"), Jennifer Wallace (Learning Center teacher), Rayna & Joey Williamson, Kim Smith (Kitty Boaz's daughter), Melanie Cobb (Steve and Diane Miner's daughter), Leo Adames, Dick Pryor, and all those affected by Covid-19. Please continue to pray for: Don Atkins, Florence Bailey, Don Beck, Jay Bowland, Bessie Costanza, Lew Metts, the FPC Christian Ed Program, Seasons Respite Care, as well as those in LaGonave, Haiti, Rwanda, and South Sudan.  Condolences to: The family and friends of Arch Schuler , who passed away at the age of 91 on June 13th. You may read his obituary and share a tribute on the website of Smith Family Funeral & Cremation Services. Linda Wall and family upon the passing of her

  Events This Week 3rd Sunday After Pentecost, June 26 9:00 a.m.   Women's Friendship Sunday School Class Men's Brotherhood Sunday School Class 10:00 a.m.  Morning Worship 11:15 a.m. Dwell Young Adult Brunch (at Strawberry Alley) 2:00 p.m. Shower Love (at Loaves & Fishes) Tuesday, June 28 5:00 p.m. Yoga (in Fellowship Hall) Wednesday, June 29 10:00 a.m. Bible Study with Pastor Greg Meet in the Library or Join on  Zoom  (Meeting ID: 231 246 359; Passcode: 007472) Thursday, June 30 8:30 a.m. Yoga (in AOC)

The Worship Committee needs your help! We are looking for volunteers to help prepare and set up Communion on Communion Sundays, once a month. We will train you and work with your schedule! If you are interested, please get in touch with Rhonda Banasiak or the church office. To learn more about what communion means at FPC, watch our video below: 

  Events This Week 2nd Sunday After Pentecost, June 19 9:00 a.m.   Women's Friendship Sunday School Class Men's Brotherhood Sunday School Class 10:00 a.m.  Morning Worship Happy Father's Day! Monday, June 20 ***OFFICE CLOSED for Juneteenth *** Tuesday, June 21 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.  "Rocky Railway" VBS 5:00 p.m. Yoga (in Fellowship Hall) Wednesday, June 22 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.  "Rocky Railway" VBS 10:00 a.m. Bible Study ***CANCELED*** Thursday, June 23 8:30 a.m. Yoga (in AOC) 7:00 p.m.   Chapel Cinema Screening "Finders Keepers"

  Prayers Please be in prayer this week for:   Wade Rudolph, Hunter Daniel, Michael Harris (Sheryl and Richard Parker's son-in-law), Family of Liz Thomas, Nicole Williamson (Greg and Denice Williamson's daughter-in-law), Justine Kaneris (works with "Seasons"), Jennifer Wallace (Learning Center teacher), Rayna & Joey Williamson, Kim Smith (Kitty Boaz's daughter), Melanie Cobb (Steve and Diane Miner's daughter), Leo Adames, Dick Pryor, and all those affected by Covid-19. Please continue to pray for: Don Atkins, Florence Bailey, Don Beck, Jay Bowland, Bessie Costanza, Lew Metts, Arch Shuler, the FPC Christian Ed Program, Seasons Respite Care, as well as those in LaGonave, Haiti, Rwanda, and South Sudan.  Praises We give praise for: The many talents of Allister Banasiak and friends from the choir! Thank you for providing great music during worship on June 12. 

  Young adults (early 20's to mid-40's) are invited to serve together at Loaves and Fishes on  Saturday, July 23, from 10 am to 12 pm . A few of the benefits of volunteering are... working with and getting to know others your age having conversations with lunch guests getting some light physical exercise feeding a lot of amazing people in their time of need feeling positive about your actions in the world Loaves & Fishes--a local food pantry and mission to the homeless--has received lots of food and needs our help shelving items in the warehouse and serving the guests. Let's get the job done!  Please confirm your availability with Hannah Cruse so we can put together a volunteer team. Thank you!

  Prayers Please be in prayer this week for:   Wade Rudolph, Hunter Daniel, Michael Harris (Sheryl and Richard Parker's son-in-law), Family of Liz Thomas, Dick Pryor,   Nicole Williamson (Greg and Denice Williamson's daughter-in-law), Justine Kaneris (works with "Seasons"), Jennifer Wallace (Learning Center teacher), Rayna & Joey Williamson, Kim Smith (Kitty Boaz's daughter), Melanie Cobb (Steve and Diane Miner's daughter), Leo Adames, Dick Pryor, and all those affected by Covid-19. Please continue to pray for: Don Atkins, Florence Bailey, Don Beck, Jay Bowland, Bessie Costanza, Lew Metts, Arch Shuler, the FPC Christian Ed Program, Seasons Respite Care, as well as those in LaGonave, Haiti, Rwanda, and South Sudan.  Praises We give praise for: The many talents of Allister Banasiak and friends from the choir! Thank you for providing great music during worship on May 29 and June 5. Listen to their rendition of "Life's Railway to Heaven" here.

  Prayers Please be in prayer this week for:   Wade Rudolph, Hunter Daniel, Michael Harris (Sheryl and Richard Parker's son-in-law), Family of Liz Thomas, Dick Pryor,   Nicole Williamson (Greg and Denice Williamson's daughter-in-law), Justine Kaneris (works with "Seasons"), Jennifer Wallace (Learning Center teacher), Rayna & Joey Williamson, Kim Smith (Kitty Boaz's daughter), Melanie Cobb (Steve and Diane Miner's daughter), Leo Adames, Dick Pryor, and all those affected by Covid-19. Please continue to pray for: Don Atkins, Florence Bailey, Don Beck, Jay Bowland, Bessie Costanza, Lew Metts, Arch Shuler, the FPC Christian Ed Program, Seasons Respite Care, as well as those in LaGonave, Haiti, Rwanda, and South Sudan.  Praises We give praise for: The many talents of Allister Banasiak and friends from the choir! Thank you for providing great music during worship on May 29 and June 5. Listen to their rendition of "Life's Railway to Heaven" here.

Join us for a historical tour of First Presbyterian Church!   We will tour through the sanctuary, chapel, History Room, and Fellowship Hall. You will learn not just about our physical building but also about some of those responsible for making our church what it is today. WHEN: Wednesday, July 6, 11:00 am

Our next Young Adult Brunch is on Sunday afternoon,  June 26, following the 10:00 service . Join the group outside of church to walk over, or meet us  at Strawberry Alley Ale Works  around 11:15 am. College-age through early 40's adults are all welcome! Feel free to invite a friend. (Childcare can be arranged but must be requested ahead of time.) Hannah Cruse is the young adult director. Please call the church office and ask for her contact info if you have any questions. Looking forward to hanging out!

  Diane Bowland                                 David & Ellen Kanervo                          Reginald & Judith Lowe Nancy & Lee Borders   Karen Goggin Nancy & Lee Borders   George Lowe David & Ellen Kanervo Ann Waddle Mrs. T.B. Hay, Jr. & Ella Hay       Ruby Jean McLeod Sam & Pixie McCord-Mills Mrs. T.B. Hay, Jr. & Ella Hay Rick & Ivy Prall Nancy & Lee Borders Rhonda Burney     Jim Pedigo Sally A. McGregor   Liz Thomas David & Ellen Kanervo Barbara Kane Ann Waddle Nancy & Lee Borders Rick & Ivy Prall Larry & Charene Watson Sam & Pixie McCord-Mills Vicki & Lew Wallace C. David Elliott Mary Linn Sadler Jill Ayers Memorials received after June 30 will be  on  the Newsletter dated July 3.

Youth and adults in Clarksville are invited to write and perform a song together at FPC with worship leaders Kenny and Claire! WORKSHOP OBJECTIVE: Our objective during this workshop is to a) learn basic songwriting skills, b) cowrite at least one worship song--both music and lyrics--and c) perform the music during worship on Sunday with the assistance of FPC musicians! SCHEDULE: Fri-Sat Workshop with Kenny and Claire  (required attendance) Friday, August 26, 5:00-8:00pm  ***Snacks Provided*** Saturday, August 27, 9:00am-3:00pm  ***Lunch Provided*** Sunday Performance during Worship  (optional attendance) Sunday, August 28, 9:00-11:30 am REQUIREMENTS: This workshop is open to those ages 16 and up.  Exceptions may be made depending on circumstance. Message FPC's Music Director, Hannah Cruse, at cruse.hannah@gmail.com for clarification or questions. All musical levels welcome.   We will make use of your gifts, whether you sing, play an instrument, write poetry, or are creative in some

Reading Galatians is like entering a drama as the curtain is rising on the third act! The high drama is all about FREEDOM! On Juneteenth we kick off a summertime sermon series on true freedom by reading Paul's Letter to the Galatians. Using J. Louis Martyn's magisterial 600-page commentary on the book, we will enter into the world of the ancient readers of the letter; using Eugene H. Peterson's book, "Traveling Light," we will ask what this letter says to the "unfree" of our day.  Peterson, who was writing in the 1980's, says:  "They were overcome with anxieties in the face of rising inflation. They were pessimistic about the prospects for justice and peace in a world bristling with sophisticated weapons systems and nuclear devices. They were living huddled, worried, defensive lives. I wanted to shout in objection: Don't live this way! You are Christians! Our lives can be a growth into freedom instead of a withdrawal into anxious wariness.&q