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Stillspeaking devotion for the people of Moore, OK.

Adult Education 5/26

No Adult Education sessions-Memorial Weekend Break. Stay tuned for a diverse line-up of Adult Education for the summer!

Prayer Updates

Dylan Hunter Gossage - born to Viktoriya and Jeremy; big sis Ashton

Laura and Phil Waite - Henry will become a big brother in late fall.

Val and Doug Detjen - PUCC new members!

Graduates in the PUCC Family!

David and Marsha Peek - grieving/giving thanks for his mother.

Lilly Bowman - healing after surgery on her foot/ankle bones.

People devastated by recent tornadoes in the US.

UCC Responds to Oklahoma Tornado Disaster: Click here to learn more and find out how you can help.

Labyrinth:

Wed, May 29 | 11:00am | meet in Pastor Kevin’s Office

Pray in motion with us as we walk the labyrinth at the Mercy Center at 2039 Geyer Road.

Prayer Corner:

Friday, May 31 | 8:00-10:00am

Pray with Pastor Kevin in the Prayer Corner of the Sanctuary any time between 9:00-11:00am. Or pray any other time. The Prayer Corner-with a perpetual candle-has a current prayer list, prayer books, journal, kneeler and chairs.

Quote

To overcome a difficulty in your life: believe in the character of God. God is good; believe in the power of God. God will bring you through; believe in the love of God. God cares for you deeply and will not abandon you.

Frances Ridley Havergal

Join us for worship this Sunday . . .

It’s Trinity Sunday! Join us for worship this weekend – 9:30am Traditional or 11:00am Informal – where our scripture texts will be Psalm 8; Romans 5:1-5; and John 16:12-15. The sermon is entitled Continuity.

The Psalm brings us into a place of awe for creation-and calls us to a role of caretaker. Jesus tells the disciples that he has much more to share with them, but they would not be able to take it all in…alludes to how Creator, Christ and Spirit all hang together-mystery that we can glimpse and feel…a continuity of care.
We will receive the offering for Holy Joe’s Cafe

All Church Survey available in the Gathering Space & online at http://tinyurl.com/chwm2se.

Surveys due May 26.

Annual Congregational Meeting June 2 will be a day to think about Parkway’s future. Worship at 10:00am, followed by the Annual Meeting and lunch.

Volunteer Opportunities Abound!

Pastries needed this Sunday. If you can provide them , please contact Mona. We have several more spots available this summer. Sign up on the bulletin board in the Gathering Space. There are also open spots for flowers and greeters.

But wait, there’s more…

See the displays in the Gathering Space:

Teacher sign-up for Summer Sunday School
VBS registration in Gathering Space or click here to register online.
Hosts and participants for Spring Series of Friendship Dinners
Serve at Pilgrim Soup Kitchen

Penico/Seetharaman Mission to India

The Penico and Seetharman family are travelling to the Family Village Farm orphanage in Southern India. (Google it!) They will take suitcases filled with school supplies, 25 and 50 piece puzzles, books and DVD’s. Donate any of these items, by placing them in the suitcase under the bulletin board in the gathering space. Departure date is June 8. Thank you! Questions? Call Paige Penico: 636-346-5484

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This Weekend at Parkway 5-5-2013

May 3, 2013 By admin

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May 2, 2013

Parkway United Church of Christ

2841 N Ballas Rd

St. Louis, MO 63131

314-872-9330

Adult Education

Companioning Each Other in Grief and Loss

Rev. Dorothy M. Gannon, M. Div., B. A., is a chaplain for Bethesda Hospice Care with experience in hospitals and long term care facilities. For the past 7 years Dorothy has delighted in companioning the spiritual journeys of people who are dying and of their families. She is especially grateful to have had opportunities to teach and facilitate group learning in almost every phase of her career as well as in her church life. Currently, she is providing training to congregations and other organizations about companioning each other in grief and loss. Dorothy is a member of Epiphany UCC, St. Louis.

Prayer Updates

Kathleen Tarr and family as they mourn the sudden death of her cousin, Doris.

Quote

Soon silence will have passed into legend. Man has turned his back on silence. Day after day he invents machines and devices that increase noise and distract humanity from the essence of life, contemplation, meditation… Tooting, howling, screeching, booming, crashing, whistling, grinding, and trilling bolster his ego. His anxiety subsides. His inhuman void spreads monstrously like a gray vegetation. ~Jean Arp

Join us for worship this Sunday…

We will focus on Psalm 67 and Acts 16:9-15 with a sermon entitled

Listening Heart.

Paul and other early believers were travelling, sharing Jesus along the way. They meet Lydia in Philippi. God helped her to open her heart and mind-she really listened. The Holy wants and needs us to converse with one another-mostly to listen. Join us for the sacrament of communion at our open table-and do please remember to bring gifts of non-perishable food items for those who are hungry.

PUCC 5th year anniversary of our ONA identity! (April 27, 2008) Read the April edition of Intersections for more about our Open and Affirming journey. The May edition, with a focus on Caring for Creation is also available. They are on our website with the most recent edition at the top of the page.

Todd Mushaney has been called as the pastor of Christ UCC in Dupo, Illinois. He will begin his ministry there in early June.

TONIGHT! The St. Louis Association of the United Church of Christ SPRING GATHERING at St. Lucas United Church of Christ on Thursday evening, May 2, 2013

The St. Louis Association Council is pleased to invite you to an evening of fellowship, education, conversation, displays and workshops around the theme: Mission 4/1 Earth: 50 Great Days. One United Church on a shared resurrection witness for Planet Earth during 50 great days of greening up, powering down, and shouting out for the environment! That’s Mission 4/1 Earth!

Our keynote speaker will be the Rev. M. Linda Jaramillo, Executive Minister of Justice and Witness Ministries, responsible for the church’s work on human rights and social, racial and economic justice. She began serving in this position in 2005. She also serves on the United Church of Christ’s five member Collegium of Officers, the first Hispanic person to serve in such a position.

Please pick up more information and a registration form on the round table in the Gathering Space. Hope you can join us and get more connected with our UCC siblings in our St Louis Association!

Centering Prayer TONIGHT

Join us first & third Thursdays 6:45pm in Pastor Kevin’s office for silent prayer. We conclude by prayerfully considering one of the Scripture readings for the upcoming Sunday service. Questions?

Sue Stolze: 314-275-9017 scstolze@sbcglobal.net

Romans Bible Study Continues

Tuesday, May 7 | 3:00pm |Heritage Room

Everyone is welcome-this will be a great time of study, learning, exchange of ideas, and fellowship. For more information, please contact Gerry Rogers at 314-434-7122 or e-mail at gcr123055@aol.com

CoffeekConversation

Wednesday, May 8 | STL Bread Co | 8:00am

Located at Manchester & 270. Join us! Questions? Contact: Pastor Kevin: 314-872-9330 or kevin@parkwayucc.org

Joke of the week: Repair Estimate

When my printer’s type began to grow faint, I called a local repair shop where a friendly man informed me that the printer probably needed only to be cleaned. Because the store charged $50 for such cleanings, he told me, I might be better off reading the printer’s manual and trying the job myself.

Pleasantly surprised by his candor, I asked, “Does your boss know that you discourage business?”

“Actually it’s my boss’s idea,” the employee replied sheepishly. “We usually make more money on repairs if we let people try to fix things themselves first.”

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This Weekend at Parkway 4-28-2013

April 26, 2013 By admin

Weekly E-News

April 28, 2013

Parkway United Church of Christ

2841 N Ballas Rd

St. Louis, MO 63131

314-872-9330

Adult Education

The Mar Thoma Church defines itself as “Apostolic in origin, Universal in nature, Biblical in faith, Evangelical in principle, Ecumenical in outlook, Oriental in worship, Democratic in function, Episcopal in character” and is a Reformed Church.

Prayer Updates

David and Marsha Peek – as they grieve and give thanks for his mother.

John Williams – healing from Monday’s shoulder surgery (birthday 27^th).

Family and friends of

Anna Chaney

as they grieve and give thanks.

Jim - cancer diagnosis; exploring tx options (Peggy Mohl’s brother).

Glenn Kumpula – major heart surgery yesterday; gallbladder surgery later.

Prrescription Drug Take Back Event

Sat, Apr27 2013 |10:00am-2:00pm | Town & Country Municipal Center

The Town and Country Police Department, in partnership with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), will host a Prescription Drug Take Back Event to collect expired and unwanted prescription medication. For more information, please contact Detective Joe Giacopelli at 314-587-2864 or email atgiacopellij@town-and-country.org. Only medication from individuals will be accepted.

Join us for worship this Sunday…

As the new church began to grow, the disciples continued to be unsure of many things but were open to hearing the echoes of Jesus through the Holy Spirit. They were confronted with issues of diversity and inclusion. They listened for Jesus’ words and ways. They opened their minds and hearts to others who were different. They all grew in the faith and committed themselves to not hindering God.

Our scripture texts are Psalm 148, John 13:31-35 and Acts 11:1-8

We will receive the One Great Hour of Sharing collection

We will celebrate our 5^th Anniversary as an Open & Affirming Congregation (ONA).

Prayer Corner: Tuesday, April 30 | 1:00-3:00pm

The St. Louis Association of the United Church of Christ SPRING GATHERING at St. Lucas United Church of Christ on Thursday evening, May 2, 2013

Please pick up more information and a registration form on the round table in the Gathering Space. Hope you can join us and get more connected with our UCC siblings in our St Louis Association!

Joke of the week

Bank Name Mother decided that 10-year-old Cathy should get something “practical” for her birthday.

“Suppose we open a savings account for you?” mother suggested. Cathy was delighted.

“It’s your account, darling,” mother said as they arrived at the bank, “so you fill out the application.”

Cathy was doing fine until she came to the space for “Name of your former bank.” After a slight hesitation, she put down “Piggy.”

Quote

See God in every person, place, and thing, and all will be well in your world. ~Louise Hay

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This Weekend at Parkway 4-21-2013 One Family Anniversary Celebration

April 19, 2013 By admin

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April 21, 2013

Parkway United Church of Christ

2841 N Ballas Rd

St. Louis, MO 63131

314-872-9330

Adult Education

No AE this Sunday. Join us next week, April 28, for

The Faith and People of Marthoma with Dr. Justin Sadhu, a cardiology fellow with Wash U, one of the members of the Marthoma congregation, as he presents the History of Marthoma Church at PUCC. We have been enjoying a wonderful sibling relationship with Marthoma for nearly five years. You have met and mingled with our neighbors at worship, fellowship and shared meals. How much do you know about their Marthoma history in general and the story of their particular congregation?Mar Thoma or Marthoma is Aramaic, meaning Saint Thomas. It is one of the Saint Thomas Christian churches tracing its origins to the evangelistic activity of Thomas the Apostle in the 1st century.

Prayer Updates

Honoring 50 yr PUCCers, John & Audrey Nourse this wknd.

Nina and Richard Hoch – as they grieve & give thanks for her sister.

John Williams – prepping for shoulder surgery April 26 (birthday 27^th)

David and Marsha Peek – as his mother begins hospice care in AZ.

Steve & Andrea Barnes – as his aunt nears the end of her life.

Shawnda – Pam Watkins’ niece – hospice care – chronic respiratory.

Victims, families, responders, perpetrator(s) in Boston.

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We must use time wisely and forever realize that the time is always ripe to do right. ~Nelson Mandela

Labyrinth: TODAY!

Friday, April 19| 2:00pm | meet in Pastor Kevin’s Office

Pray in motion with us as we walk the labyrinth at the Mercy Center at 2039 Geyer Road – just a hop, skip and a jump from church.

AWOL (Adventurous Women Out Late) TONIGHT!
Friday, April 19 | 6:30pm carpool from church | AMC Creve Coeur – 7:20pm showing of 42

Come see the #1 movie in America. In 1946, Branch Rickey put himself at the forefront of history when he signed Jackie Robinson to the team, breaking Major League Baseball’s infamous color line. But the deal also put both Robinson and Rickey in the firing line of the public, the press and even other players. Facing unabashed racism from every side, Robinson was forced to demonstrate tremendous courage and restraint by not reacting in kind, knowing that any incident could destroy his and Rickey’s hopes. Instead, Number 42 let his talent on the field do the talking — ultimately winning over fans and his teammates, silencing his critics, and paving the way for others to follow. [Learn even more and see a trailer at imdb.com]

“Solidarity Run/Walk” tomorrow morning (April 20) in Forest Park at 8:00. It is an informal walk/run just to show solidarity with the people of Boston. It will start at the visitors Center and then circle the Park, just look for the GO! St Louis tent. We have no idea how many people will show because it has been largely word of mouth, Facebook etc. If you have yellow and/or blue please wear as they are the colors of the Boston Marathon. It should been a nice day and the Park is beautiful right now.

Join us for worship this Sunday…

As we continue to celebrate our 175^th Anniversary as a faith community, join us for a One Family Worship Service this Sunday at 10:00am (Gathering Songs with Christopher Grundy begin at 9:50am – including a sung prayer that is helpful at this time of grief in our country). Help us to

celebrate our 50+ year members and welcome Pastor Emeritus John Nourse and Audrey Nourse! The scripture texts are Isaiah 42:1-9 , Luke 4:14-21 and 1Peter 2:9-10 with a sermon offered by John Nourse entitled Celebrating Our Call. We will enjoy inspiring music from the Choir, Voices of Grace, Cassie Schulenburg and Christopher Grundy. Please plan to stay after worship for a wonderful brunch. You won’t want to miss this meaningful and memorable morning.

The Not Just for Men’s group will tour the Cathedral Basilica,Tuesday, April 23 at 10:00am. Wewill meet at church at 9:30 am to travel there. After the tour we will go to lunch in the area. Please call Harold Cobb at 314-965-4147 or email ccjcobb@aol.com if you wish to go as we need to provide them with a headcount.

TED starts a new book April 23

When “Spiritual but Not Religious” is Not Enough

by Lillian Daniel. Rev. Daniel is a UCC pastor and writer of some of our denominations daily devotions that come by email every day. She’s earthy, devout, honest, angry, hilarious and always wise. Books are available in the office for $11.00. Read Part 1.

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This Weekend at Parkway 4-14-2013

April 11, 2013 By admin

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April 14, 2013

Parkway United Church of Christ

2841 N Ballas Rd

St. Louis, MO 63131

314-872-9330

Adult Education

The History of the Second Amendment with Burt Newman.

We hear something about guns every day.

Burton Newman is a local attorney with wide ranging experience. He has lectured state-wide on the Second Amendment and its interpretation.

Prayer Updates

David and Marsha Peek – as his mother begins hospice care in AZ.

Judy Schanbacher – recent surgery; lymph nodes clear; radiation tx.

Steve & Andrea Barnes – as his aunt nears the end of her life.

Tara Boland and family – her cancer has spread (PUNS family).

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“In the forest, in bright sunshine, when all the buds spring up, it is right in the middle of there that I like to sing a song.” (Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel, Gartenlieder, Opus 3, In the Forest)

Join us for worship this Sunday…

As we continue to sing our alleluias in this Easter season, we invite you to worship with us at 9:30am Traditional or 11:00am Informal this Sunday. Our scriptures are Psalm 30 and John 29:1-19. Jesus appears to the disciples again. This time he makes breakfast for them on the beach and asks some questions. Peter, who denied Jesus three times, is give the opportunity to respond to Jesus’ question three times: “Do you love me?”

[We will celebrate the sacrament of Baptism at 9:30am for Isabella Wills, daughter of Courtney and James Wills ... and little sister of Olivia.]

Fair Trade Chocolate and Coffee this Sunday!

We will be in the Gathering Space between services to meet your beverage needs or to indulge your chocolate craving. FYI-we do this to promote market share for cooperative farmers in lands far from here-places where fair competition within the global market needs a little extra boost.

175^th Anniversary Celebration

April 21, 2013 | One worship service at 10:00am | Brunch follows

Pastor Emeritis John Nourse and his wife, Audrey, are joining us. Pastor John is preaching. We want

everyone to be involved, volunteering to help and sharing in this festive event! There will be sign-up sheets in the gathering space.

TED starts a new book April 23

When “Spiritual but Not Religious” is Not Enough by Lillian Daniel. Rev. Daniel is a UCC pastor and writer of some of our denominations daily devotions that come by email every day. She’s earthy, devout, honest, angry, hilarious and always wise. Books will be available soon. Read Part 1.

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Parkway United Church Of Christ 175th Anniversary Celebration April 21

April 11, 2013 By admin

Parkway United Church Of Christ

175^th Anniversary Celebration

April 21, 2013 | One worship service at 10:00am | Spring Brunch following worship

Pastor Emeritis John Nourse and his wife, Audrey, are joining us. Pastor John is preaching.

We want everyone to be involved, volunteering to help and sharing in this festive event!

Look in the Gathering Space to make a reservation or sign up to help!

Parkway United Church of Christ

2841 N Ballas Road | Saint Louis, Missouri 63131

314-872-9330 | www.parkwayucc.org

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This Weekend at Parkway 4-7-2013

April 5, 2013 By admin

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April 4, 2013

Parkway United Church of Christ

2841 N Ballas Rd

St. Louis, MO 63131

314-872-9330

Adult EducationChildren’s Home Society (CHS) with Leslie Tucker

CHS provides a full spectrum of services for children in need of a permanent home. A home for children with significant disabilities from birth to 21 years of age, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Our children are non-ambulatory and may have a combination of disabilities including cerebral palsy, cognitive disability, brain trauma and epilepsy. We also provide short-term stays for children whose caregivers need respite.

[Our own Karen Nolte is the Executive Director of CHS.]

Prayer Updates

John Nourse’s mother:

at home now with 24 hour care and hospice.

Judy Schanbacher: health issues.

QuoteWhat does your anxiety do? It does not empty tomorrow of its sorrow, but it empties today of its strength. It does not make you escape evil; it makes you unfit to cope if it comes. -Gerald May

Centering Prayer TONIGHTJoin us first & third Thursdays 6:45pm in Pastor Kevin’s office for silent prayer. We conclude by prayerfully considering one of the Scripture readings for the upcoming Sunday service. Questions? Sue Stolze: 314-275-9017 scstolze@sbcglobal.net

Join us for worship this Sunday…Traditional at 9:30am; Informal at 11:00am. Our scripture texts are Psalm 150 & John 20:19-31.

Afraid of Doors?

We are an Easter people! The psalm is a grand celebration with all kinds of music and praise! The Gospel lesson takes place on Easter night. The doors of the room where the disciples are gathered are locked due to fear. Jesus enters and reassures them by breathing peace upon them and sending them forth.

What are our locked doors? How are we shut away and paralyzed by our fears? Jesus can help – his peace can calm you and sustain you through it all…

We will celebrate the sacrament of Communion at our open table.

It’s a Give-a-Meal Sunday, so please remember to bring your gifts of non-perishable food items for our hungry neighbors.

Spring Singing this Saturday How about some spring singing? In the style of Christmas caroling to church members and friends, we will stop in on PUCC loved ones in nursing homes or their own homes. Meet at church at 9:00 on April 6.

CoffeekConversation

Tuesday, April 9 | STL Bread Co | 10:00am

Located at Manchester & 270. Join us! Questions? Contact: Pastor Kevin: 314-872-9330 or kevin@parkwayucc.org

Tuesday Evening Dialogue

2^nd & 4^th Tuesdays | 6:00pm | Heritage Room | Childcare provided

Join us this Tuesday, April 9 at 6:00pm for a potluck supper, followed by conversation about the book Proof of Heaven. Childcare provided.

175^th Anniversary Celebration

April 21, 2013 | One worship service at 10:00am | Brunch follows

Pastor Emeritis John Nourse and his wife, Audrey, are joining us. Pastor John is preaching. We want everyone to be involved, volunteering to help and sharing in this festive event!

There will be sign-up sheets in the gathering space.

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Parkway UCC Weekly E-News 3-24-2013

March 21, 2013 By admin

Weekly E-News

March 21, 2013

Parkway United Church of Christ

2841 N Ballas Rd

St. Louis, MO 63131

314-872-9330