Author: Sarah Schriber

First Presbyterian Church of Taymouth
July & August 2022
Taymouth Tidings

Welcome!
Sunday Worship—9:30am
Rev. John Scott Kroener, Pastor
Sarah Schriber– Secretary, Heidi Smith– Music Director
Christine Callender-Clerk of Session, Janette Gonzales-Treasurer
Dawn Patrick-Financial Secretary and Christian Education Director
Floyd Roebuck-Youth Director, Ken Maurer-Custodian
12517 Morseville Rd. Birch Run, MI 48415
Phone: (989)624-9473, Website: www.taymouthchurch.com
Email: taymouthchurch@msn.com
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Church Office Hours
Please call the church with any concerns or
prayers. The office hours are Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
We are here for you!

To activate the church’s prayer circle please call
Cindy Rabe (989) 624-9274. Prayer requests are
conveyed by telephone.

Church
Membership
Membership with First Presbyterian Church of Taymouth is for anyone who acknowledges Jesus Christ as their Lord and accepts him as their Savior. An invitation to join with us is cordially extended to any person who wishes to join us in glorifying God and building friendships with other followers of Christ.

Bulletins
For those watching from home, weekly bulletins are available on our website at taymouthchurch.com.
Call the church office for assistance
or more information.

Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
3 9:30 a.m. Outdoor Worship Service with Holy Communion / 10:30 a.m. Hot Dog Luncheon / Fourth Sunday After Pentecost	4 11:00 a.m. / Birch Run Parade / Independence Day	5	6 6:00 p.m. VBS Meeting @BR UMC / 7:00 p.m. VBS Training @BR UMC	7	8	9
10 9:30 a.m. Worship Service / 7:00 p.m. Presbytery Round Table Discussion (via Zoom from Church) / Fifth Sunday After Pentecost	11	12 5:30 p.m. / Finance & Stewardship Comm. Meeting / 7:00 p.m. Presbytery Meeting w/ the Changs	13 11:00 a.m. / Special Presbytery Meeting @First Pres. in Saginaw	14	15	16
17 9:30 a.m. Worship Service / Sixth Sunday After Pentecost	18	19	20	21	22	23
24 9:30 a.m. Worship Service / Seventh Sunday After Pentecost	25	26	27	28	29	30
31 9:30 a.m. Worship Service / Eighth Sunday After Pentecost	1	2 7:00 p.m. / Building & Grounds	3	4	5	6
7 9:30 a.m. Worship Service w/ Holy Communion / 10:30 a.m. Worship Comm/ / Ninth Sunday After Pentecost	8	9 7:00 p.m. / Session Meeting	10	11	12	13
14 9:30 a.m. Worship Service / Tenth Sunday After Pentecost	15	16	17	18	19	20
21 9:30 a.m. Worship Service / Eleventh Sunday After Pentecost	22	23	24	25	26 6:30 p.m. / Movie Night/ Campout	27
28 9:30 a.m. Worship Service / Twelfth Sunday After Pentecost	29	30	31	1	2	3

July

VBS @ Birch Run UMC 6-7:30p.m. (M-Th)

August

Pastor’s Vacation

A BIG thank you to those who volunteered to be coffee hour hosts in June!
Thank you to everyone who signs up to help make our coffee hours happen!

COFFEE HOUR VOLUNTEERS

Come Meet With Cathy Chang and Family
Meet the Chang Lopez Family – Come and hear stories about God’s mission and their mission service as a family, with Cathy, Juan and Aurelie. In 2015, they were commissioned into mission service. Since then and still emerging from the pandemic, this is the first time that they will be together in Michigan and making formal presentations with churches.
We are excited to announce that Cathy and her family will be at the Presbytery Office on Tuesday, July 12th from 5:00pm to 7:00pm for a presentation of their experiences and work. There will also be an opportunity for Q & A and socializing.
Light refreshments will be served.
We look forward to seeing you!
As part of Cathy’s doctoral program with Payap University, she published an ebook that is available as a free download. The ebook title is inspired by an article for Memorial Presbyterian Church Illumination, of the same title.

What’s Your Vision For The Future of The Presbyterian Church?
Join us next Sunday, in the Fellowship Hall to discuss the future of the Presbytery’s leadership and mission. Share your vision and help shape the future of the Presbyterian Church in this important round table discussion.

Sunday, July 10that 7:00 P.M.
In the Fellowship Hall

Pastor Scott’s Vacation August 10th-16th

The Rev. Sue Trinklein, of the Christ Lutheran
Church, Birch Run, will provide emergency pastoral care coverage for the church while Pastor Scott is on vacation.

Pastor Sue’s cell-phone number is (989) 928-6845.

Some years ago, I listened to a radio show called “The Jefferson Hour.” This radio show continues to be broadcast by North Dakota National Public Radio. I discovered it is a wonderful show in learning about the life and times of our nation’s third President, Mr. Thomas Jefferson. The show’s format is set up as a weekly newscast interview where a 21st contemporary reporter interviews the historical President Thomas Jefferson. By listening to this radio show, I learned a lot about our nation’s third president.
One thing I picked up from the show was how President Jefferson approached and greeted his fellow countrymen with the title, “Citizen.” If I were to meet President Jefferson walking down the street or passing him by in the park, he would simply greet me by saying, “Hello, Citizen,” and if he knew my acquaintance personally he would most likely greet me saying “Hello, Citizen Kroener.” President Jefferson would expect the same greeting in return. This may sound very formal. Yet, for President Jefferson it is the sound of equality between people, fellow citizens. Mr. Jefferson preferred to be called “Citizen” rather than “President.”
Having visited President Jefferson’s home, Monticello and his grave, I noticed how his tombstone’s epitaph reads: “Author of the Declaration of Independence [and] of the Statute of Virginia for religious freedom and Father of the University of Virginia.” I discovered there are no words mentioning Thomas Jefferson was even President of the United States. I was informed by the park interpreter President Jefferson simply viewed his particular responsibility in being President as only a civic duty and nothing more in which all citizens are called to do—to serve The United States of America honorably.
Citizen Thomas Jefferson was the principal author of the Declaration of Independence. He was assisted by two other citizens, John Adams and Benjamin Franklin. The three read this document to the Continental Congress and mailed it to King George III of Great Britain stating, “People have certain Inalienable Rights including Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness.” The Declaration of Independence is one of two what I consider to be living documents giving meaning and purpose of our country’s existence. The other is The Constitution of the United States.
These two living documents give our nation the substance to breathe the breath of “Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness.” These documents, in their own unique ways, express the value for a democratic form of a republican government. These documents bestow upon us the title, “Citizen,” calling people to do their civic duty to serve, to be responsible, and to be accountable for this newly formed government.
Much has happened in these last 246 years since the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, and I expect much will happen in the next 246 years. I hope and pray our nation will continue to be the new nova where other nations can aspire to live freely “with liberty and justice for all.”
Happy Birthday Citizen!

Shalom,
Pastor Scott

News from the Clerk's Desk
Session Meeting: June 14th
The following items were discussed and approved at June’s Session meetings:
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Spoke with Boy Scout Troop in regards to being a charter. Looking into insurance and Presbytery’s current guidelines for this.
Received thank you cards from Hunter Patrick for the Scholarship Award and Logan Patrick for the graduation gift.
Sharon Auger is still looking for a PW Rep from our church. See Christine Callender, Clerk of Session for details.
Dinner committee is donating profit $1,607.99, from Fish Fry to fix the chimney.
Audit Committee to meet June 23, 2022 at 11:00 a.m.
Pastor’s vacation approved for August 10 - 16. We will need coverage for August 14.
Presbytery’s Pastor Retreat approved for September 13 – 15; using CEF to pay for.
Approved to baptisms: June 19, 2022 for Addison Kay Tanner. The second will be for Katherine Schrubbe, TBD.
4th of July entry fee is $25. We will have a tractor pull our advertising sign. We will be advertising our car show. Walkers are needed. See Rob Minard, Floyd Roebuck, and/or Pastor.
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Next session meeting:
August 9th, 2022, at 7 p.m.
Christine Callender, Clerk of Session
For a complete list of all items discussed at the Session meeting, please contact the church office or the Clerk of Session.

Animal Shelter Donations
Looking for old bed pillows, blankets, pillowcases, towels and dog food. To be given to the Saginaw Animal Shelter and/or Amazing Grace Animal shelter to put in the kennels to make the animals feel more secure.
Contact Janette at (989)751-2371 for pick up or give your donations to her

Yarn and Thread
Just a reminder about the cupboard in the Fellowship Hall. There are beautiful prayer shawls and lap robes. Share a joy or extend comfort to a loved one. These are for you to take.

Holly

Missions
Mark your calendars and start stockpiling–Coming in August and September will be a chance to “Sock -It -To-Ya”. Since this congregation loves competition—Wellllllll- Mission Committee has another one for you. During August and September we will once again challenge the North and the South to see who can bring the most NEW socks! Yes, that's right, socks are needed for kids from kindergarten through eighth grade supporting this very special need for the kids at the Frances Reh Academy in Saginaw. For those devious members of our congregation the sabotage items will be NEW underwear and I stress NEW, for the same age kids-K-8th grade. Each pair of socks and each pair of underwear will be counted separately so packages with multiple socks or underwear will be opened and counted. We pray you will give the same support to this great need as you did the Food Fight.
A big “THANK YOU” to all who donated to the Baby Pantry baby shower. Forty persons attended and enjoyed the light luncheon. It was a hugh success, taking three vehicles plus, to take all the items to the pantry located at Christ Lutheran Church in Birch Run.
The goal of the pantry is to be “empty” so please pass along this information to friends and family about this wonderful service. Check them out on Facebook to see the various items that have been donated to help those in need.
Summer Blessings,
Janette Gonzales
2022 Chair

Christian Education
Vacation Bible School will be here soon! VBS will be hosted by the Birch Run United Methodist church on July 18 thru the 21st from 6:00pm to 7:30pm. The theme this year is “Food Truck Party-on a roll with God!”. We are excited to work with the United Methodist Churches of Birch Run and Burt, the Christ Lutheran Church of Birch Run, and Ss. Francis and Clare Catholic Church.
Pre-registration is now open at birchrun.mycokesburyvbs.com. A special treat this year, Kona Ice food truck will be joining us on the last night of VBS to provide a treat to all our attendees and families! See you there!
God Bless,
Dawn Patrick
CE Director

Emergency & Preparation
Planning Committee
People don't plan to fail, they fail to plan. The purpose of our Emergency Preparation and Response Policy is to define how we, as a church, will prepare for potential emergencies and disasters, as well as define how and who will respond should such an event occur. One important step in this process is for all members of our Church to be aware of the evacuation routes of the building. Our Emergency Evacuation Map, which is posted throughout the building, is provided here so everyone can study it.
Thank you,
Kerry Prout
EPP Member

Building & Grounds
Committee
THANK YOU to our lawn mowers: Jim Maher, Rick Hauk, Dick Leach, Ken Maurer, and Dennis Neahusan. We still have a few spots open for July and August. Is lawn mowing one of your summer passions? Why not volunteer your time and lawn mowing skills to help the church? Add your name to the sign up sheet in Fellowship Hall. As a reminder, we need the weekly lawn mowing completed on Thursday or Friday so it doesn't interfere with any weekend activities... and the church grounds look in tip-top shape for Sunday Service!
THANK YOU to Jim Maher and Dennis Neahusan for the time it took to paint the church doors in June.
THANK YOU to everyone else who may lend a hand when called upon as well.
Kerry Prout
2022 Chair

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is a confidential support group for loved ones of individuals living with mental illness.
Through the NAMI Family Support Group, you can find hope and support by connecting with others who face similar challenges. You will gain support from peers who understand your experiences as well as insight into the challenges and successes of others.
Monthly meetings are on the 2nd Monday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at the Frankenmuth United Methodist Church for Saginaw County, and on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month at 7p.m. for Genesee County.
For more information, call (810) 232-6498 or email: namigenesee@gmail.com.

Special Meeting of
Presbytery on July 13th
A special Presbytery meeting has been called for Wednesday, July 13 at 11:00am. The meeting will be a hybrid meeting with in-person gathering at Saginaw-First Presbyterian Church, 121 S. Harrison Street, Saginaw MI 48602. Other commissioners may attend virtually by Zoom. THANK YOU to Jim Maher and Dennis Neahusan for the time it took to paint the church doors in June.
Whether you plan to attend in-person or by Zoom, you must register for the meeting at:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUpcO6gqzkrHdAVssZ4njlfTFOpgIrQzn62

A BIG THANK YOU to all who attended and supported the Baby Pantry Shower. The food and fellowship was great. The many gifts you gave were most appreciated. The Birch Run Baby Pantry and The Christ Lutheran Church are both very grateful for your generosity.

Stewardship
Dear Church Family and Friends!
This year’s first printing of giving statements will be sent out the beginning of July. Please review yours and let me know if you have any questions. I can print you a giving statement anytime, but as of the beginning of this year, the statements will only be mailed out in July and December.
We are always looking at ways to reduce cost including postage and paper costs. Do you have an idea that we might be able to try? The finance committee members will be meeting again on July 12 at 5:30pm to review the last quarter. An update for the congregation will be following soon after the meeting. Thank you all for your faithful giving!
Blessings to you all,
Dawn Patrick,
Financial Secretary

Monthly General Fund Budget

Sunday
Shepherd
& Ushers
In order to make each Sunday’s worship a wonderful experience for all. We are in need of volunteers for ushering and Sunday Shepherd. Ushers pass out bulletins, collect the offering, get to ring the church bell, and light the alter candles.
The Sunday Shepherd oversees and monitors the safety of our congregation, and is responsible to call 911 in case of an emergency.
Interested in volunteering?
Please see Megan Schrubbe for July., and Marge Colosky for August

Community Resources
Personal and Household Item Assistance
Sarah’s Closet: Our mission provides adult clothing for men and women! Clothing items include: shoes, socks, dresses, pants, shirts, coats, and undergarments. Located at the Birch Run United Methodist Church (989) 624-9340; 12265 Church St, Birch Run.
Emmaus House of Saginaw: Provides a free thrift store. Items include: clothing, household items, linens, towels, toys, shoes, furniture, and some appliances. All items were donated, and donations accepted. Open Mon. -Sat. 9:30a.m. -3:30p.m. 733 South 14th St. Saginaw MI 48601
Baby Supplies
Baby Pantry: Christ Lutheran Church of Birch Run, located at 8101 Poellet St, is host to the local Baby Pantry. Call the church office at (989) 624-9378 for hours of operation.
Can Council Great Lakes Bay Region: Provides diapers to families in need for Saginaw and Bay County Residents. Call (989) 752-7226 for contact free pick up. 1311 North Michigan Ave. Saginaw MI 48602
Food Pantries
Ss. Francis & Clare Catholic Church: is host to a Community Food Pantry. Hours are, Mon. 9:00-11:30 am, Wed.1:00-3:00 pm, or by appointment. (989) 624-9098 12157 Church St., Birch Run.
Sweet Pea’s Pantry: hosts food distribution on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month from 9-11a.m. 108 W. State St., Montrose. Located in the back of the Strong Inspirations Building. (810)350-2254 sweetpeapantry.org
Old Town Christina Outreach Center: hosts food distribution every Saturday from 8:30 a.m.– 12:30 p.m. or when food runs out. 600 Gratiot Ave. Saginaw, MI 48602 (989)249-8696
Please visit fbem.org for more food pantry locations.

First Presbyterian Church of Taymouth
12517 Morseville Road
Birch Run, MI 48415

Easter Lilies & Spring Flowers
Please bring your Easter Lilies or Spring Flowers to the church by no later than Saturday afternoon on April 16rd, to allow time for the sanctuary to be arranged for our Sunday Morning Easter Services. Flowers may be dropped off Sunday mornings, T/Th/F 9:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. (during office hours), or by appointment. Flowers will be placed in the Geneva room prior to Easter. Please label your flowers with your name so church staff can identify your flowers.
Please contact the church secretary if your flowers are given in memory or in honor.

We’re in need of volunteers for a few upcoming events.
Camp-Out and Movie Night (join in as able)
Set-Up: We’ll need firewood, help building the campfire, tables set up, etc.
Food Preparation: Hot dogs and buns will be provided and we’ll need someone to help grill. Bring a potluck dish.
Contact Floyd Roebuck for more info (989)624-4635

Feel Like
Volunteering?

Community
Hosted By Birch Run United Methodist Church
7:00 P.M.
Sermon By: Father Dave Jenuwine from Ss. Francis and Clare Parish
Lead By: Pastor Sue Triklein, Pastor Laura Feliciano, and Pastor Scott Kroener

Brooke and Jake Whalen
2103 Roadrunner Drive
Portales, NM 88130
Sonny and Danielle Lewis
358 Shepherd Trail
Aberdeen, NC 28315
Waylon and Maryanne Stanley
121 Peatmoss Dr. Apt 3
Fayetteville, NC 28311
Justin Putnam
PSC 78 Box# 1149
APO, AP 96326-0012

Missions
Janette Gonzales
Mission Committee Chair

Wednesday Lenten Service and Soup Supper
The Birch Run and Burt Area Churches are joining together to for Lenten Services. The services will rotate locations and speakers each Wednesday.
See page 2 for more information!

Like to Sing in the Shower?
or Driving in the Car?
Perfect!!! Come and Share your Beautiful Voice!
September through May, practices are Wednesday nights with
performances each Sunday morning. You can come every week or as you can.
Sign Up Sheet is on the Office Door!
First Choir performance: Sunday, October 3rd
For more information you can “inchoir” with Heidi at 989.397.7623

Adopt-a-Bill
by the numbers
“Adopt-a-bill” is a new idea that is pretty simple and just like the title, you can help with church expenses by selecting a particular expense to “adopt”. The bill can be adopted for a 1 month, 3 month, 6 month, or longer period of time.
When you adopt-a-bill, you will receive credit on your giving statements. Please call the church office at 989-624-9473 when you are ready to adopt.
Thank you to all that have already participated!

Applications Open!
Scholarship Applications are now available for the Muriel Lakey Scholarship and the McCabe Scholarship
See page 4 for more information!

Water	$250
Electric (Summer Rate)	Church $600
	Manse $170
Elevator Maintenance	$174 / *paid quarterly*
Phone/Internet	$224
Waste	$95
Printer	$152
Mortgage	$341

As we celebrate Christmas, you are welcome to donate a poinsettia or other floral arrangement in honor of a loved one.
Please drop off flowers in the Geneva room, during office hours.
There will be a sign-up sheet for the memorial names.

Rock Candy Fundraiser
Starting Dec. 12th, Social Media will be selling Rock Candy on Sundays during
Coffee Hour until it runs out.
$3 for 1/2 lb.
$5 for 1 lb.
Pre-Orders not Availible.
First Come First Serve.

Rummage Sale

Interested in Choir?
Contact Heidi Smith for more
information at 989.397.7623

9-7p.m. 9-5p.m.

Youth Sunday 2021
May 23
Please join us on May 23rd, as our Church’s Youth lead worship for the Day!
-Youth Group

On July 10th, the Presbytery will be holding a “Round Table Discussion” to gather input from its churches as to the future of the Presbytery staffing and its vision for the future. All are welcome to come as we will be join the meeting through Zoom from the sanctuary. “It is time for us to be open to vision of what could be, and dreams that can guide us into the future together as a Presbytery.” Rev. Glenn Grant, Moderator

*all numbers are approximated and subject to fluctuation*

Bible Study Trivia
Matthew Chapter 4: The Temptation of Jesus
What had Jesus just experienced before He went into the wilderness to fast? (Chapter 3:13-17)
While tempting Jesus, what did the devil ask Jesus to turn into bread? (4:3)
Which City did the devil take Jesus to tempt him? (4:5)
Where was Jesus standing when the devil said, “If thou be the Son of God, cast thyself down” (4:5)
Where was Jesus standing when the devil showed Him all the kingdoms of the world (4:8)
In what region was Jesus at the time He was tempted by the devil? (3:13)

ANNUal Reports Due!
To all Committee leaders or Secretaries, please have your
Annual Report turned into the Church Office by December 1st.
You can either email it to the office or drop off a copy.
Thank you!

ANNUal Congregational Meeting
JANUARY 30th
Starting right after worship in the Fellowship Hall with Brunch
The Annual Report will be available starting January 16th.

Worship Services
Live Stream to Facebook at 9:30 a.m. Every Sunday
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For those watching from home, bulletins are available at taymouthchurch.com.
Call the church office for assistance or more information.

Fish Fry Thank yous:
For all your help with the fish fry!
To all of the youth and adults who helped me unload the supplies from my car after the Easter Egg Hunt was finished.
To everyone who helped with the Fish Fry, and those who stopped in to make sure we had everything ready.
Special thank you to the cleanup crew. Thank you Ken for heading it as I had to work that day.
To the whole Congregation; it takes everyone to make this event a success. Thank you for a successful dinner.
Our profit this year was $2052.83. 10% will be donated to the youth group, as throughout the week many helped in various ways.
Next year's Fish Fry is already in the planning stages. Lunch will be added back. Tentative date is April 28, 2023.
Christine Callendar
Dinner Committee Chair

• Rich and Carolyn Weston	• Eric Mahar
• Kerry and Micah Prout	• Cindy and Jim Mahar
• Jeff Reed	• Claude Tanner
• Terri and Andy Rudzitis	• Caleb Billings
• Jason Reed	• Jackson Reed
• Ken and Kathy Maurer	• Ed Savage
• Dawn Patrick	• Dennis Neahusan
• Pastor Scott	• Janette Gonzales

Texting and Email
Phishing Scam
recently Pastor Scott has been informed of someone using his name to send messages asking for favors. They were not sent by him and were not sent with his phone number or email addresses.
If you receive such a text or email from “Pastor Scott” please disregard it, and inform him either on his cell phone (559)816-9564, or on the church phone.

Shoeboxes for Saginaw
We have been supporting the Shoeboxes for Saginaw Program for 10 years. Every year these boxes are distributed to agencies across Saginaw County. Some shoeboxes have been put on the table in Fellowship Hall and I am hoping to get more in early November.
Don’t feel like you have to include everything on the list. What you pack into your shoebox can be as unique as you are but please make sure the items are NEW and have some gift appeal to them. NO PERSONAL HYGIENE ITEMS.
Some suggestions for the shoebox:
full size bottle of shampoo, brush, comb, toothbrush & paste, deodorant, nail file, nail polish, perfume, lotion, watch, small notebook & pen, book, hat, gloves, socks, non-perishable candy, small sewing kit, calendar, Kleenex, coin purse, bracelet, scarf.
Remember nothing too bulky, because the tops must go on the box. Do not wrap the boxes. BOXES ARE DUE ON SUNDAY, DECEMBER 5TH.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at 989-624-5700 or klrog2001@yahoo.com
Thanks,
Kathy Rogers

Noisy Offering -May 22nd
The Noisy Offering from Youth Sunday totaled $ 107.00

Pastor Scott’s Vacation—October 13th-26th

The Rev. Sue Trinklein, of the Christ Lutheran Church, Birch Run, will provide emergency
pastoral care coverage for the church while Pastor Scott is on vacation.

Pastor Sue’s cell-phone number is (989) 928-6845.

Dinner Committee
We met after church on May 16, 2021.
Terri and Andy Rudzitis joined me. I asked them to think about what kind of dinner we could do. I told them that I thought a Lasagna or Spaghetti dinner would be nice to re-establish our dinners this year.
The next Sunday, I was told that another Congregation member thought a pasty dinner sounded good and I have also heard that people would like to have the Harvest Dinner. I am uncertain of these only because of the cost and amount of people they will require.
Either way we will be in need of some volunteers. What I would like to see this year is that we start simple. We should have a Baked Lasagna or Spaghetti dinner. We should make the first one take out only and see how it goes. We will need to ask Don’s, Meijer’s, and Riverside, etc. for Donations towards our dinner to help offset the cost. Then we can purchase what else is needed. It would be first come, first serve and when we are out, we are out.
I would like to meet on June 8, 2021, at 6 pm. This would be just before the church session meeting. We will discuss the details and start the plans. I would like to have this in August or September.
Many Blessings,
Christine Callender
Dinner Committee Chair

Annual Reports Due!
To all Committee leaders or Secretaries, please turn in your Annual Report to the Church office as soon as possible!
You may email or drop off a copy. Thank you!

Emergency Notifications
Session has implemented a “Call List” from the Church Directory in the event of cancellations. Each Session member will be calling from their list at the direction of the Pastor. Also, church event cancellations will appear on our local news channels– WNEM TV5, NBC25, and FOX66.

Per Capita
WHAT IS PER CAPITA?
PER CAPITA has been part of our funding history for over 150 years. When presbyteries, synods, and the General Assembly meet, they are conducting the legislative and judicial business of the church and incur necessary expenses. There are also some necessary administrative expenses involved which enable these ecclesiastical, legislative, and judicial functions to be performed. Historically, per capita has been used to fund these. Importantly, per capita funding enables governing councils to make decisions regarding distribution of mission dollars without itself being funded by those same dollars.
The whole church shares in these expenses since everyone who is a member shares in the benefits of this system of church government. Per capita provides for the financial participation of all local churches as part of a connectional and representative church, thus providing for unity and mutual responsibility within the church.
How is Per Capita Calculated?
The Per Capita Apportionment in the Presbytery of Lake Huron is based on a portion of certain salaries and expenses which are part of the operating expenses of the Presbytery.
Per Capita is the cost of being a Presbyterian, and if each member pays the per capita amount above his/her pledge or regular giving, pressure on the local budget is reduced.
Paying per capita is similar to:
• contributing one’s dish to a potluck meal
• paying to be connected to the internet
• paying for the benefit of utilities, like electricity, gas, water
• pitching in with others to pay for gasoline on a road trip
In order to keep presbytery’s per capita rate from escalating the per capita portion of the budget is subsidized with a distribution from Presbytery’s investments.
Where Do Our Per Capita Dollars Go?
The amount that is set for per capita apportionment is a calculation based on the number of church members and the budget established annually by each governing body. At the presbytery level per capita pays for a number of items including:
• the mortgage payment on the presbytery office
• the office of the Stated Clerk including his salary and that of the Recording Clerk
• salaries of the Financial Secretary, Treasurer and the Administrative Assistant
• insurance coverage, legal counsel, annual audit
• costs associated with operating the presbytery office
meeting costs for our standing units

Building and Grounds
Thank you to everyone who has signed up to mow this year, and everyone who tended to our flowers!
If anyone would like to sign up to help please contact Gary Brabant or see the church office door.

Thank you to Janette
Gonzales for providing
pulpit flowers in memory
of her husband Jerry.

Holly

2022 Per Capita is $29

Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 3
10:00a.m.
Bring your basket and energy for a fun filled morning.
Dress warm, we will be outdoors only.

Holy Week
Worship Services

Palm Sunday/ / Confirmation Sunday	March 28	9:30 a.m.
Maundy Thursday Service	April 1	7:00 p.m.
Good Friday Service	April 2	7:00 p.m.
Easter Sunday (Sunrise Service and Regular)	April 4	7:00 a.m. & 9:30 a.m.

Citizen

Received
Needed
Difference
Jan. $9,814
$9,670
(+)$144
Feb. $7,730
$9,920
(-)$2,190
March $9,452
$9,920
(-)$468
April $11,237
$9,920
(+)$1,217
May $9,978
$9,920
(+)$1,556
June $12,364
$9,920
(+)$2,444