Northside Presbyterian Church Weekly eUpdate |
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Upcoming Events
Linda will preach on “I’m Sending You.” Forest Arnold will provide special music. We will celebrate communion.
It is Card Care Sunday, offered by the Deacons. Sign cards to our homebound members to let them know Northside is thinking about them.
We will have Lemonade on the Lawn, weather permitting, otherwise it will be Lemonade in the Narthex. |
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Thank You Teachers!
"As each has received a gift, employ it for one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace." (I Peter 4:10)
The Christian Education Committee wishes to thank those who generously shared their gift of teaching with our church this year. Lucian Robinson continued to lead in the Adult Bible Study class with I John this year. Rev. Linda led Lenten Lunches with soups and breads provided by participants, held Adult Forum discussions on "Predestination," led a four-week Adult Forum class on Christian Nationalism with Charles Bostian, and helped Frieda Bostian, Pat Fullen, Ann-Marie Conner, and Marya Katz present on "What we sing and Why". Charles also led Adult Forum on ancient Christianities, while Frieda, along with Joe Hunnings, Mary Lough, Alex Aning, and Jane Jones led discussions on Adam Hamilton's video series called "The Journey" during Advent. Alex Aning also led a three-part Adult Forum series on Diversity. Additional Adult Forum sessions were led by Bruce and Heidi Harper, George Norton, Forest Arnold, Emmanuel Frimpong, Diane Thompson from the Mongomery County Christmas Store, John Galbraith from the local Gleaning Team, Gail Pankey from the Baby Shop, Scott Bailey on the Blacksburg Refugee Partnership, Kristine Reid and Margo Walter from the National Alliance on Mental Illness, Wes Jamison from Ukirk, and Brooke Gill from the Alzheimer's Association. Susan Heinze, with her team of volunteers from the church, continued to care for and educate the youngest members of the congregation during church time. All the teachers are a blessing to our church, and we appreciate the time and energy each of you took to share your gifts with us this year. Thank you!
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Simple Gifts will be performing 12-12:45 p.m. at this event. |
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Special Music The choir starts its summer break on June 1. This is now the time to consider offering special music over the summer months. You don't have to do a solo - find a friend or family member to join you! It could be vocal or instrumental, using recorded or live accompaniment (Pat or Marya might be available to play). There is a sign-up sheet in the narthex waiting to have dates filled in. |
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George Norton -- Hall of Fame Inductee |
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George Norton was inducted into the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Hall of Fame at Virginia Tech. George, professor emeritus of agricultural and applied economics, is an internationally recognized leader in agricultural research and education. During his 40-year career at Virginia Tech, he helped shape integrated pest management (IPM) programs that boosted farmer incomes, reduced health risks, and protected the environment in more than 30 countries. As lead architect of the USAID-funded IPM Collaborative Research Support Program, he coordinated over 160 scientists and 200 graduate students across four continents, generating $2 billion in global benefits. A dedicated mentor, Norton taught over 2,500 students, advised 80 graduate students, and authored the foundational book, "Science Under Scarcity." His contributions continue to impact farming communities worldwide. |
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Lemonade on the Lawn With June comes a shift from coffee and donuts in the sanctuary to lemonade outside on the lawn. This requires setting out a table, putting out the lemonade and cups, and cleaning up. There is a sign-up sheet in the narthex for those who want to help with this fellowship event.
There are open dates in July and August. Thanks to those who already signed up. |
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Monday Night Supper |
There was no meal on May 26 due to the Memorial Day holiday.
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Officer on Call |
The officer on call for the week of May 25 - 31 is Sue Bentley. She can be reached at 540-651-3170. The officer on call for the week of June 1 - 7 is open.
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Homebound Members For those wishing to keep in touch with our homebound members, here are some addresses: |
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Lou Brown
English Meadow #103
3400 South Point Drive
Blacksburg VA 24060
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Janis Brown Kroontje Center, Room 126
1000 Litton Lane
Blacksburg VA 24060
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Nedra Underwood English Meadow #112 3400 South Point Drive Blacksburg, VA 24060
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Jan and Leon Geyer
English Meadow, #242
3400 South Point Drive
Blacksburg, VA 24060
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Dottie Hylton 305 Seminole Drive Blacksburg, VA 24060
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Mary Rhodes English Meadow #H116 3400 South Point Drive Blacksburg, VA 24060 |
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Pastoral Care "Offer prayers and petitions in the Spirit all the time." – Eph. 6.18 Please be in prayer for: |
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Chip Carroll Jan and Leon Geyer Matthew Harper Ron Pearson Betty Manus Margaret Bender Kristin Adams Elnathan Rathjen Robyn Gregg Brenda Payne Cathy Cunningham Becca Lischke (Jamie Stoops daughter) Keith Wright Dottie Hylton
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Charles Allen Jeff Kallas (Bronwyn’s husband) Wendy Ballard Lindsay Salany Mary Rhodes Asa Peeples Martha Taylor Lea & Ricky Teasdale Christy Knox Lavetta Cumbee Daniel, Erika, and Ted Harper June Rieley
Please let the church office know if names should be added to or removed from the list. |
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Coming Events
• May 29 Ascension of the Lord
• Jun 1 10:00 am Worship and Communion, Summer Special Music
• Jun 1 10:44 am Card Care Sunday
• Jun 1 10:45 am Lemonade on the Lawn
• Jun 2 4:30 pm Monday Night Supper
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“Welcome home!
Come walk with us!” |
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Northside Presbyterian Church, reflecting the love of God, celebrates inclusion and diversity. Whoever you are, whatever your ancestry, ability, or identity, you are made in God’s image. Wherever you are in your faith journey, come as you are. We welcome you and invite you to walk with us. (adopted by the Session, April 21, 2024) |
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DO YOU KNOW? You have an online way to support Northside! Your REGULAR OFFERING, PLEDGE, OR 2 CENTS A MEAL. Go to the page on our church website (northsidebburg.org), and click the button. OR just scan the QR code below to take you there: |
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