- This Week at PPC
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Upcoming Events at PPC
Following are items from this coming Sunday’s bulletin and announcements:
Special Opportunities
Amigos – Friday, February 10 | Legend Trail Community Center | 6pm | Join the Amigos for the third annual Wine Tasting and Pasta Dinner AMIGOS: A fellowship group aimed at our 50+ population. Our mission is to expand and enrich the friendships we have with the Church, making us truly the family of God. Wine tasting will begin at 6pm followed by dinner at 7:30pm. The cost is $25 per person. A silent auction of wines being tasted will also occur during the evening. Look for the sign–up table today, or contact Jonieta and Alan Stone at thestones3@cox.net or 480.563.3706, or Anita and Bruce Baudler at brucebaudler@gmail.com or 480.502.0518.
Women’s Book Group – Monday, February 13 | 10am | Church Library. Our February book selection is State of Wonder by Ann Patchett. Join us for our discussion. Call Sue Larson at 480.585.9141 with questions.
PPC Foundation Facts – The annual meeting of the Pinnacle Presbyterian Church Foundation will be held on Wednesday, February 8, 2012, at 7pm in the Chapel. The agenda includes a recap of the Foundation’s activities in 2011, a financial review, and a discussion of forthcoming programs. All members of the congregation are invited to attend.
Pinnacle Hikers –The first hike of the season will be on February 18 at 8:30am. We will meet in the Chapel parking lot. We will hike the newest trail at Spur Cross Ranch, called the Dragonfly Trail. This is a moderate 3.5 mile hike along a beautiful riparian habitat with a prehistoric rock–art site. The cost is $3 per person. Bring water, a snack, and wear good hiking shoes. Hiking poles may be helpful. For more information, call Christine Schild at 480.220.5149 or Donna at 480.513.0150.
Have You Checked Out Our Blog? – In Echoes (of the Word), pastors, and occasionally program staff, of Pinnacle Presbyterian will offer reflections on how faith intersects with life. This week’s blog is by Dr. Wes Avram. Check it out.
Education
The Role Of Faith And Prayer In Health And Healing: What Does Science Have To Say? Thursday | February 9 | 7 pm | Chapel. Dr. Harold Koenig will provide a background on the situation with regard to religion and health care in the U.S. and around the world, noting the high prevalence of spiritual needs in medical settings and the current divorce between religion and medicine. Dr. Koenig is Director of the Center for Spirituality, Theology and Health at Duke Medical Center, and has published extensively in the fields of mental health, geriatrics and religion. He is considered one of the world's top experts on religion and health.
Spirituality Of Healing Sundays, Feb. 12 and 19 | 11:15am | Chapel Library | Dr. Lynn Jacobs will facilitate this class. A spirituality of healing implies a unique capacity of the human spirit to strive toward health and wholeness almost intentionally. When lived intentionally spirituality unifies and integrates every aspect of life into a meaningful whole. It provides a sense of connection with the transcendent, with one another and with the world. Dr. Lynn Jacobs has had various ministries, including roles as a pastor, military chaplain, manager of spiritual care in hospital ministry, seminary and others. She says her most important title these days is "grandmother".
Find Your Joy By Identifying Your Gifts And Passions – Sunday, February 12 and 19 | 11:15am | Office Conference Room | In each of us is a joyful authentic self waiting to be released. On Youth Sunday, our youth encouraged us to identify and understand our God given gifts, passions, and style. Rod Houston will help you find your gifts, passion, and style through what is taught, discussion, and some simple tests. Come for lively discussion and lots of fun in the journey to finding your joy. For more information, contact Rod at 480.471.8482.
The Thoughtful Christian article for February is How Should Christians Vote? The separation between church and state does not preclude applying religiously grounded judgments as to what political positions most nearly embody the search for human well–being. Christians can join with others in posing questions that dig beneath the superficialities of much political rhetoric. The key factor is whether a candidate for public office has views that would prevent the exercise of public office in a way that advances the common good. The article is free of charge and can be found in the narthexes of the Chapel and Sanctuary.
Music
The Gospel According to the Beatles Date Change: Monday, March 12 | 7:00 pm | Chapel – On February 9, 1964, the Beatles, with their Edwardian suits and mop top haircuts, made their first American television appearance – LIVE – on The Ed Sullivan Show. A record setting 73 million people tuned in that evening, making it one of the defining moments in television history. Nearly fifty years later, people still remember exactly where they were the night The Beatles stepped onto Ed Sullivan’s stage. The genius of The Beatles and the American institution that was The Ed Sullivan Show combined to create one of the most defining and indelible moments in the history of music, television and pop culture, in fact making an impact on the world that will never be duplicated. Join Pinnacle’s music director, Brent Hylton, for an evening in which we will discuss the impact of The Beatles – not only on rock and roll but on all of Western culture.
Monteverdi’s “Vespers” Sunday, April 22 | 3:00 P.M. – Lets set the scene. Its 1610. Claudio Monteverdi is 43 years old and in a bit of trouble. He has been roundly criticized for his contrapuntal unorthodoxies and he is in financial strife, in danger of being a has–been. To top it off, he is having problems with his benefactors at the court of Gonzanga. He needs a new job – a job like the maestro di cappella at St. Mary’s Cathedral in Venice would be just fine. Being the master of music at a major cathedral would look very good on his curriculum vitae. And so the Vespers are born... choirs reverberate from galleries and soloists echo from all directions with daring stereophonic effects. It is sacred music of the highest degree, but also high theatre. It is the junction between Renaissance restraint and Baroque splendor. And it could well have been Monteverdi’s audition piece for the job of St. Mark’s. Join Kira Rugen, Director of Children’s & Youth Choral ensembles at Pinnacle, and doc– toral candidate at Arizona State University, along with ASU’s Solis Camerata, as they present CLaudion Monteverdi’s timeless masterpiece, Vespers of the Blessed Virgin.
Arizona Chamber Orchestra Sunday, March 4 | 4:00 P.M. | Sanctuary – The Arizona Chamber Orchestra returns with a pro– gram of soul–stirring music for strings and organ. Featuring the beautiful colors of Pinnacle’s stunning Richards, Fowkes pipe organ, the ensemble will perform Respighi’s Suite in G and Albinoni’s exquisite Adagio for Organ and Strings. Vivaldi’s Four Seasons will round out an afternoon of exceptional music.Tickets available today during coffee hour or online at www.pinnacleconcerts.com or at the door.
Mexico’s Three Tenors Friday, March 23 | 7:30 P.M. | Sanctuary – The passionate performances of Mexico’s Three Tenors are musical explosions of operatic tenor favorites featuring famous arias such as Nessum Dorma. But the fireworks really begin when popular Mexican pieces are introduced! Spanning all generations and styles of Latin music, this trio shines brightest when singing these famous masterpieces. This promises to be a “South of the Border” experience you won’t want to miss! Tickets available today during coffee hour or online at www.pinnacleconcerts.com or at the door.
Teens
Teen Church School – Teen Church School meets today. Jr High teens (6–8th graders) meet on the kitchen side of the Teen Center and Sr High teens (9th – 12th graders) meet on the stage side of the Teen Center. Jr and Sr High Youth Group meet this evening. We will watch the game together in the Teen Center.
Children
This Morning Is Our Annual Meeting, and children will be brought back to the Sanctuary at 10:45, so families can stay for the meeting. Children will have worship bags available, and the Nursery will stay open for children under three.
Our Midweek Program, POW! (Pinnacle On Wednesdays) continues to meet starting at 5pm each week. Come join us for dinner at 5:30pm – this week we’re offering Samurai Sam’s teriyaki and sweet and sour chicken platters and bowls. Dinner is open to all with a suggested donation of $5/couple, $10/family. If you have questions about Christian Education classes, please contact Debbie Lisk in the church office (ext. 203), or questions about the musical choirs we offer, please contact Marilyn Hylton in the church office.
Come Walk With Me – and support Pastor Luc’s Harmony Ministries Sunday, February 12. You may have already read the article about this special day, and we have loads of activities for children. Our elementary children will see lots of photos from the recent trip to Haiti, and have an opportunity to ask questions about the children in Luc’s ministries. After church, we’ll walk around the church grounds, and everyone is invited to our Hearts for Haiti/Hearty Party in Fellowship Hall to decorate a cake for Valentine’s Day. There will be a variety of cake flavors, and we’ll provide the frosting – you can decorate as simply or elaborately as you’d like. We’ll also have T–shirts available for sale – similar to last year’s, and you’re encouraged to color them in your own special style. Finally, we’ll have a petting zoo on the Green, where kids can pet and interact with some of the same animals that can be found in Haiti. And of course, there will be a lunch for all to enjoy. We hope to see you on this Special Sunday!
Fat Sunday Is February 19 – come to the 10am worship service and join us for a celebration before Lent begins. The Deacons will be providing King’s Cakes for the congregation, and our Children’s Ministries Committee will be providing games, necklaces, masks, and more for the kids. This is a fun event that brings everyone together on the Green, and we look forward to seeing you there.
Catch The Diamondbacks vs. The Giants on Sunday, March 4. Join a group of 100 PPC friends and families to see the D’Backs in their 2nd game of Spring Training. Game starts at 1:10pm, We’ll sit together on the lawn – bring your towels and blankets for comfortable seating – unfortunately, lawn chairs and umbrellas are NOT allowed. Tickets are $8. Tickets will be sold during the coffee hour and POW! until they are all sold. Please call Debbie at ext. 203.
Take Mama Away To Tucson For Mother’s Day Weekend – Zip down to Tucson during the 2nd weekend of May – we’ve got a block of rooms reserved at The Hilton El Conquistador. The rate is $136/night, and we’d love to have your company! Enjoy a leisurely stay at this beautiful resort – you can lounge by the pool, enjoy the golf courses, try your hand at tennis, or see the sites in the city. There will be an all church dinner on Saturday evening, and a casual worship time on Sunday morning – the rest of the time is yours to enjoy as a family, with your loved ones, or just getting away from it all. Please contact Debbie Lisk or the Church Office to reserve a room.
VBS Is Coming – Operation Overboard – Dive Deep With God held June 4 – 8. Registration materials will be coming out soon; the cost is $40/child, $15/child for adult volunteers. We will be exploring God’s love, and how deep our relationships are with God. This is an amazing and exciting week of faith, and I hope you’ll consider sending your children, or volunteering to support the attendees. We offer gathering time, songs, dance, crafts, snacks, recreation, science, and of course, Bible Connections! Please save the date – and sign up to be a part of this incredible week!
Prayer List
Members and friends have requested prayers:
• For Betty and family as they grieve for Betty’s husband, Horace.
• Valerie, a mom with three school age children, who has had a re–occurrence of cancer.
• Prayers for peace and strength,
• For Randy for making decisions in business
• For Gwen for peace and freedom from pain.
Military Prayer List
• For Jerritt and his group as they are deployed again.
Prayer Chain: To add yourself or someone you know, click here for information.
Mission Opportunities at PPC
| Mission Calendar | |
|---|---|
| Monday, Feb. 6 | Mission Committee, 7pm Office Conf. Rm |
| Thursday, Feb. 9 | Andre House |
| Sunday, Feb. 12 | Just Coffee |
| Tuesday, Feb. 14 | Andre House |
| Sunday, Feb. 26 | Andre House, Just Coffee, Vista del Camino food drive |
Wear Your Sneakers To Church And Come Walk With Me… Next Sunday, February 12, is a special time: Children are ringing and singing, and Pastor Luc Deratus will be with us from Haiti. There will be a special program during church and a special offering to support Harmony Ministries. At 9:15am, between the 8 and 10 am services, meet and greet Pastor Luc in the Sanctuary Parlor. After the 10am service, you can join the walk and activities after the 10 service.
Following the 10am service join the walk:
• See pictures of the people of Harmony Ministries
• Walk with Pastor Luc and the Haiti team
• Visit the petting zoo
• Decorate a Heart cake (“Hearts for Haiti” at the Heart–y Party)
• Vote for the best decorated shoes by our youth
• Get a t–shirt designed by Kids Can… and color it
• Have a picnic lunch (hot dogs, chips, etc.)
There’s no charge for the walk or activities. Donations are welcome to support Harmony Ministries.
Put on your crazy socks and sneakers and wear them to church!
We Are Currently In Need Of Volunteers at Andre House for Sunday, March 25, Tuesday, April 10, Thursday, April 12 and Sunday April 22. Please call or email Lin Ogden at linogden@aol.com or 480.262.8172, or Stephanie Webster at stephaniebwebster@yahoo.com or 623.516.7687.
2012 Habitat Build – Saturdays, March 24, April 28 | Once again PPC will be helping to build another house. The house is for the Cavazos Family and is located in South Phoenix. Dora is a disabled grandmother but does do light work. As usual we are looking for workers to hammer, paint, sweep and everything in between. Contractor level skills are not required but being age 16 or over is. Skilled leaders will guide us “laborers". The work day is from 7:30am to about 2:30pm. For more information, contact Carl Richie at 480.551.6855 or pncrichie@aol.com or Doug Brown at 480.515.1361 or doug44@icc.com.