AUGUST

EDITION

THE VOICE 2019

First Presbyterian Church

A Letter from Rev. Dr. Jenna Goggins

August 4 Psalm 107:2-9, 43 ; Hosea 11:1-11 Sermon: The Steadfast Love of God August 11 Hebrews 11:1-16 ; Luke 12:2-40 Sermon: Ready or Not....Here I Come! August 18 Youth Sunday August 25 Luke 13:10-17 ; Jeremiah 1:4-10 Sermon: Knowing Our Worth

Dear Friends - The session has been reading a terrific book on leadership called, Canoeing the Mountains: Christian Leadership in Uncharted Territory by Tod Bolsinger. Dr. Bolsinger was the keynote speaker at our most recent Tri-Presbytery Conference, and he specializes in leadership development within churches. Using the example of the Lewis and Clark expedition, Bolsinger asks the question, "What happens when you find yourself in uncharted territory?" Lewis and Clark expected to find a waterway to the Pacific Ocean, but instead they found themselves facing the Rocky Mountains. In much the same way, the modern church finds itself needing to adapt to cultural changes that have put us in uncharted territory. How do we engage with the community around us? How do we connect with a generation that might not have discovered a need for church? How do we adapt to our changing culture, and what challenges might we face along the way? How will we navigate the risks and losses that will accompany the journey? These are just some of the topics we have begun discussing as a session. As we have begun contemplating how to move "off the map" - we've been discussing how to become visible in the community around us, and how we can embody our core values of mission and serving others in new ways. At our last meeting we began discussing the idea of choosing one community mission to partner with each year. This would not replace any of our existing partnerships or relationships (such as our longstanding ties and support of PCM) but this would offer us an opportunity for unified service to a particular mission in our area where we could meet new people, and unite in service not just as individuals, but as representatives of our congregation. As we continue to discuss and explore our options, the session would love to hear your ideas. Which agencies would you like to see us devote a year of service to? What other ideas do you have for helping us to move "off the map" so that we can engage the community around us in new ways? Please continue to hold our leaders in your prayers as we listen for God's voice and seek to follow where He leads. Blessings, Pastor Jenna

2 Sunday School Classes 6 Treasurer’s Report

3 Announcements 6 Upcoming Events

4 In Loving Memory 6 Pastoral Care

4 Choir 7 Birthdays & Anniversaries

5 Youth 7 Volunteers

Inside this issue Worship schedule

Contact us:

Address: 200 N 7th St Paducah, KY 42001 Phone: 270-442-3545 Email: firstprespaducah@gmail.com Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am—12:00 pm 1:00 pm—4:00 pm Worship Times: Sunday School—9:30 am Worship—10:45 am

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The Fellowship Hall Sunday School Class continues its studies in covenant living during the month of August. We will be looking at both the Old and New Testaments and the books of I Samuel, Ruth, and Ephesians. This month invites us to look more closely at personal perspectives and relationships between friends, mothers and daughters, within marriages, and families. Our scriptures have been closely related to our liturgical calendar and we have often found support and additional guidance from our Pastor's sermons. Summer is coming to a close and school will soon be back in progress. So as we finish up our vacationing let us return to Bible study and worship together. We hope to see you soon. Please feel free to grab a donut and some coffee and then join us in the Fellowship Hall for a lecture/discussion with God's word relating to covenant.

SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES

Fellowship Hall Class Lifelong Learning Class

The Lifelong Learning Class will be continuing with a series on the History of Christianity – Part II. The time period covered in these 36 lectures will be from the Reformation to the Modern Megachurch. This is another series produced by The Great Courses. The lecturer is Professor Molly Worthen from the University of North Carolina. “In this course, we’ll explore the complex journey of the Christian faith from the turn of the 16th century to our present day, following the radical transformations as well as the continuities.” Please join us in Memorial Hall for this informative journey back into our faith. July 21 Lecture 17 The Second Great Awakening July 28 Lecture 18 The Mormons: A True American Faith Aug 4 Lecture 19 Slave Religion in the Americas Aug 11 Lecture 20 Christian Missions and Moral Reform Aug 18 Lecture 21 The Church’s Encounter with Modern Learning Aug 25 Lecture 22 The Social Gospel Sep 1 Lecture 23 Fundamentalism and Pentecostalism Sep 8 Lecture 24 Apocalyptic Faith in the 1800’s and Beyond Sep 15 Lecture 25 The Church and the Russian Revolution Sep 22 Lecture 26 The Rival Gods of the Cold War

Library Class The Library class will resume on September 1. This year we will continue our devotional studies using “Jesus Calling: Enjoying Peace in His Presence” by Sharon Young. We will also use a new book, “The Courage to See: Daily Inspiration from Great Literature” by Greg Garrett and Sabrina Fountain.

Regular attendance is not necessary since the devotional studies are different each week. We welcome anyone who would like to join us.

The devotional topics will be in the September Voice.

Upstairs Parlor Class

The Upstairs Parlor Class is looking forward to an open circle of fellowship, fun, and friendship (new & old) this season. The group is actively looking for a new manager and will happily negotiate terms with interested candidates. All class members are encouraged to express their interest. Rumors have even circulated of a plan for rotating leadership! All are welcome to drop in for an hour of encouragement and support or to become a part of the regulars. Hope to see you one Sunday in the Upstairs Parlor!

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MEN’S PRAYER BREAKFAST

If you haven’t tried a breakfast with this great group of guys (and one SUPER SERVER), come and join your fellow faith journeymen at the Men’s Breakfast at 7:00 am, August 7 at Bob Evans’ Restaurant.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CHILD PROTECTION TRAINING

If you volunteer or work with the children and youth in our church in any capacity, you are asked to attend the Child Protection Training update on Sunday, September 29, immediately following worship. We will provide a light lunch in the Fellowship Hall, and hope to have the training completed within one hour. If you have any questions about whether this training applies to you, please see Whitni.

PCM

PCM COLLECTION FOR AUGUST

Stove Top Stuffing is the food item that Paducah Cooperative Ministry is asking First Presbyterian Church to furnish for the month of August. However, if you’d prefer to give a different food item or make a monetary donation, those gifts are also greatly appreciated.

BOOK CLUB

Book Club will meet at Shirley Wrinkle’s house August 19 at 1:30 pm. We will be discussing “The Woman in the Window” by A.J. Finn.

WHAT TO DO UNTIL THE AMBULANCE ARRIVES

On Saturday, September 7 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am, Sheila Rea from Baptist Health will be giving a CPR class. This is designed for lay people to allow them to care for an unconscious person until the ambulance arrives. This class can handle up to 12 participants. If you would like to reserve a spot, please contact Rick Smith at richarddsmithpaducah@comcast.net or 270-559-2885

EXPERIENCING PCM

As a new board member for PCM we were given the challenge and opportunity to “experience” PCM in action by working in the food pantry, working as the receptionist, volunteering to unload the commodities truck when it arrives, and assisting the staff in distributing the commodities to our seniors. I worked in the food pantry and had a wonderful experience. I have donated my finances to PCM for many years, but never my time. I encourage anyone that is able to participate in the experience. I appreciate the work of PCM on a whole new level. I will be sharing with you the work of PCM as I journey through my service on the Board. I hope you’ll come along for the ride, if able. -Chris Krueger

FALL GATHERING

We will be hosting the PW Fall Gathering, Saturday, October 19, 2019 at 10:00 AM. Please mark your calendars now to keep this date open as we host our PW sisters from across the Presbytery. Lisa McClintock has agreed to coordinate the luncheon for the event. Many other hands are needed to carry out the tasks of the day. We hope you will join us.

PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN LUNCHEON

The opening luncheon for ALL Presbyterian Women has been set for August 26 at 12:00 pm in our very own Westminster Hall. Please join us for a delicious lunch prepared by our Coordinating Team.

Presbyterian Women

FRIENDS OF MT. KENTON CEMETERY, INC.

The Board of Mt. Kenton will be hosting a Community Fish Fry, August 15, 2019, from 5:00 – 7:00PM in Fellowship Hall at our church. Proceeds from the event will be used to offset expenses at the cemetery. Donations of $15 per person will be collected at the door for a meal of fried fish, hush puppies, slaw, white beans, dessert and beverage. Reservations can be made by calling the cemetery at 270-554-1566 or Chris Krueger 270-443-6239/270-519-6445 by August 9. Bill Ford will be in attendance to sign his numbered prints of the gates. Mt. Kenton Cemetery, Inc. was previously owned and managed by First Presbyterian Church. It has been functioning independently for several years. As secretary of the Board, I’ve come to appreciate the number of our church ancestors that are buried in Mt. Kenton. Many of you have purchased gravesites as well. No maintenance fees are required and income for the cemetery comes solely from lot sales and burials. We pride ourselves in our appearance and our historical standing in the community. We hope you and your friends will join us for this event as we strive to increase needed funds to maintain the cemetery as the beautiful landmark it has been for years. -Chris Krueger

THE SURVEYS ARE IN!

In the June/July edition of The Voice, there was a survey on the delivery system: mail or email. There were not enough votes for email to consider this option right now but stay posted in the future for updates!

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ORGAN RECITAL

Please mark your calendar for an Organ Recital by our very own Director of Music, Dr. James Reifinger. It will be held on Sunday, September 22nd at 3pm at the church, and it will feature works by Bach, Howells, Johnson, Persichetti, and Widor.

DONALD DOCHNIAK

Thank You Notes

THE BAKER FAMILY

The family of Carl Baker would like to thank everyone for their thoughts, prayers, and cards during the recent passing of Carl’s mother, Iris Baker.

THE DOCHNIAK FAMILY

The Dochniak family would like to thank everyone for the calls, visits, food, and everything in between during this hard time for their family. They are beyond grateful for this congregation and all of the love and support.

SHIRLEY BAILEY

Shirley Bailey wishes to thank her church family for prayers, cards, visits, and positive thoughts during her recovery from a recent surgery.

Donald “Don” Dochniak, 73 of Paducah, passed away in his home surrounded by his loved ones Monday, July 22, 2019. Donald was a veteran who proudly served his country during the Vietnam War. He was a combat medic who was also a Purple Heart and Silver Star recipient. Donald was a handyman and enjoyed woodworking in his free time. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church.

PATRICK DECILLIS

Patrick Joseph DeCillis, 96, of Paducah, died peacefully June 23, 2019 after a brief stay at Parkview Nursing and Rehab. Patrick was born Oct 2, 1922 in Rochester, NY. He graduated the University of Rochester in 1943 in 3 years with a BS in Chemical Engineering. In Sept 1943 he joined Hooker Chemical in Niagara Falls, NY where he worked on the WWII Manhattan Project. Shortly afterwards he met Doris Schaefer, a nursing student in The Army Nurses Corp program. They went dancing that night and continued dancing for the next 70 years. They married in 1947, and that year he joined Mathieson Alkali Works (now Olin Corp) and worked there until he retired 1983 as Manager of Production and Maintenance. In 1949, they made their home on Grand Island, NY. During that time Pat was active in Scouting as a Cubmaster, Asst Scoutmaster and District Commissioner. Other volunteer activities included President of the Band Boosters, as a Loaned Executive to the United Way of Niagara County, member of the Citizens Review Board, Board Of Directors of the Alcoholism Council of Niagara County, The Grand Island Architectural Review Board, President of Olin Retirees Group, Treasurer of the Tonawanda Retired Men’s Group and preparing taxes for the elderly under the AARP program. From 1948 – 2013 Pat was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Tonawanda, NY where he served as a Trustee, an Elder on the Finance, Personnel and Property committees, a Deacon as Treasurer and on the Community Action Committee. He spent many hours, with his wife, helping the Women's groups. In 2013, Pat and Doris relocated to Paducah from New York to be close to their three sons who had retired there. They joined the First Presbyterian Church and until recently were regular attendees.

In Memory Of

CHOIR

IRENE BEAVER

Irene Eveline Beaver, 100, born August 12, 1918 passed away on July 22, 2019. Irene’s life is celebrated by many members of First Presbyterian Church. She was always envied for her excellent mobility, even in her old years. In fact, many people were jealous that she could still put her leg behind her head with no effort! Everyone that knew her has wonderful memories about how much she loved being the center of attention and how she was always the life of the party. And of course, everyone remembers that crooked smile of hers! She will be missed by many.

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YOUTH IN THE CHURCH AND WORLD SUNDAY

On Sunday, August 18, our worship service will be led by the youth in our church. They will be sharing their summer experiences and encounters with God, along with their amazing talents. Participation in this service is open to all youth in our church. If you have a special talent, play an instrument, enjoy reading liturgy, had an encounter with God you would like to share, or otherwise would like to take part in this worship service, please let Whitni know. There will be a couple of rehearsals, including the evening of August 17th and morning of August 18th. Please make plans to join us as we Let Love Lead!

WONDERFUL WEDNESDAYS RESUME!

Wonderful Wednesdays are midweek occasions when our four-year-olds through 5th graders gather for a time of fellowship, learning, crafts, and music for personal and congregational enrichment. As the new year gets underway, we will begin our Wonderful Wednesday schedule on Wednesday, September 4th. Your WW leaders are excited about the new school year and look forward to seeing you!

LET LOVE LEAD YOU BACK TO SUNDAY SCHOOL!

FALL YOUTH RETREAT: CAMP LOUCON

Youth grades 6-12 are invited to attend the Presbytery-wide youth retreat this fall at Camp Loucon, November 1-3. Camp Loucon is a beloved youth tradition where kids from churches all over our presbytery gather for a weekend of spiritual-themed fun and games. Outdoor activities include a zipline, rock wall, rappelling wall, and challenge course. The magic of Camp Loucon happens when kids and leaders from different churches gather and share their various gifts and love of God with each other. Make plans to join in the fun at Camp Loucon this fall!

YOUTH

SEERSUCKER SUNDAY

Back by popular demand is Seersucker Sunday! To everyone who owns a seersucker suit (or other seersucker wardrobe essentials), please wear your seersucker best to Sunday School on Rally Day, August 18. We’ll kick off the new Sunday School year in style!

TEENS & TWEENS SUNDAY SCHOOL

Sunday School Rally Day is scheduled for August 18 at 9:30 in the Fellowship Hall. We will enjoy a quick breakfast while we briefly review the upcoming Sunday School classes and studies. So, bring your favorite breakfast bite to share, and get excited about all of the great learning opportunities this fall. Be sure to stay for our youth-led worship service!

Teens and Tweens will enjoy a special Sunday School schedule as we wrap up the summer. On Sunday, July 28, the Teens & Tweens will assist the younger children enjoying a last summer splash at the spray park in Robert Coleman Park (the corner of Husbands Street and Walter Jetton Boulevard). On Sunday, August 4 and August 11, the Teens & Tweens will gather at Etcetera Coffee to brainstorm plans for Youth Sunday Worship. Rally Day and Youth Sunday are August 18, and regular Sunday School class schedules will resume on August 25.

BLESSING OF THE BACKPACKS

Kathy Mayne will be leading a Blessing of the Backpacks on Sunday, August 11. This will be for children of all ages through high school and for teachers and administrators working in schools. Students in all grades are asked to bring their backpacks, and teachers can bring their backpacks/totes as well. Please join us as we pray for a great school year for students, teachers and administrators.

YOUTH GROUP

The Fall Season of Youth Group will officially begin on Sunday, September 15. If you are a youth in grades 6-12, please come and join the fun as we kick off another year of fellowship, food, recreation, study, service and worship. The regular Sunday Evening Schedule includes:

4:30 Youth Choir

5:30-7pm Supper and Youth Group Activity

Please make plans now to incorporate these enriching activities into your family’s fall schedule.

Sunday School

Worship

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PLEASE try to stay current with your giving pledge. As shown above, we had a year-to-date shortfall at the end of June of $23,858.

As of June 30, 2019

Actual Budget Over/ Under

Income: $175,060 $189,444 ($14,384)

Expenses

Benevolences $15,648 $13,185 $2,463

Church Staff $131,245 $134,281 ($3,036)

Administrative $20,029 $17,971 $2,058

Worship $3,332 $2,025 $1,307

Christian Ed. $2,985 $3,400 ($415)

Property $23,332 $16,625 $6,707

Pastoral Care $366 $100 $266

Evangelism

& Outreach

$122 $250 ($128)

Programs $1,859 $1,607 $252

Total Expense $198,918 $189,444 $9,474

Net Income/ Loss ($23,858) - ($23,858)

TREASURER’S REPORT

PASTORAL CARE

Listed below are members of our church who are living in residential care facilities, or who are homebound. We are asked to remember them by calling, visiting, or sending cards and notes regularly, in order to keep them informed on what is happening in our Church. We want them to know that, even though they can’t be with us physically, they are still a part of our congregation and are important to us.

Metropolis John D. Craft - 123

Brookdale

Mary Smith – 226

Morningside Jetty Jacobs—121 Andy Wood—127

The Lakes of Paducah

Jimmie Hale – 165

Home Jim Boyd

Doris DeCillis Jolly Freeman

Joan Hank Rupayne Osborne

Hilda Swisher Phyllis Ham

AUGUST

August 4 Communion

August 5 Prayer Team—10:30 am

August 7 Men’s Breakfast—7:00 am

August 8 Property Meeting—1:00 pm

August 11 Community Kitchen—SCYF

Blessing of the Backpacks

August 15 Mt. Kenton Fish Fry—5:00 pm-7:00 pm

August 18 Youth Sunday/Rally Day

August 19 Book Club at Shirley Wrinkle’s—1:30 pm

“The Woman in the Window by A.J. Finn

August 25 Session Meeting

August 26 PW Opening Luncheon—12:00 pm

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USHERS 08/04/19 Ralph Young Stephanie Young Rick Smith Leigh Smith

08/11/19 David Fleming Valerie Fleming Shirley Wrinkle Velva Yeomans

08/18/19 Michael Crouse Jim Hank Kyle Miller Joe Roetteis

08/25/19 David Wolfrom April Wolfrom Bill Lentz Anita Lentz

3 Eloise Krueger 23 Lee Emmons

3 Rosie Hart 23 Keith West

3 Anne Gwinn 24 Noland Durham

4 Cathy Crecelius 24 Evan Brown

6 Sayer Smith 26 Joe Roetteis

8 Chris Bombardier 27 Perry Anderson

9 Kye Miller 27 Martha Emmons

10 Sandra Cargill 27 Jennifer Johnson

11 Isabel Carlisle 27 Matthew Smith

13 Brooks Zacheretti 27 Phillip Smith

14 Abby Brown 27 David Johnson

15 Claire Kelly 28 James Boyd

19 Anne Kellie 28 Karen Brown

19 Peg Brown 28 Cindy Miller

20 Suellen Johnson 28 Judy Edwards

20 Mark Cook

1 Anne & Vic Speck 19 Elaine & John Oehlschlaeger

5 Mina & Andrew Smith 26 Sandra & Perry Anderson

7 Margaret & Tim Kaltenbach 26 Sally & Glen Chaney

7 Leslie & John Current 28 Sara & John Kipp

8 Katrina & Todd Masek 29 Dean & Melanie Palmer

9 Bobbie & David Wrinkle 30 Sara & Jerry Page

15 Nancy & Corky Bloodworth 31 Chris & Randy Janne

17 Cathy & Richard Trampe

AUGUST ANNIVERSARIES AUGUST BIRTHDAYS

WEE WORSHIP WEE WORSHIP ACOLYTES NURSERY

08/04/19 Leigh Smith Avery Miller Owen Cody Saundra Dochniak

08/11/19 Natalya Cody Kaylie Goggins Noland Durham Mary Hoy

08/18/19 Linda Gould Eli Brown Kate LeBuhn April Wolfrom

08/25/19 Margaret Kaltenbach Ben LeBuhn Milleah Smith Lisa McClintock

OFFERING COUNTERS 08/04/19 David Wolfrom Sandy Meredith

08/11/19 Karen Brown Phyllis Flowers

08/18/19 Sandy Meredith Scott Marcum

08/25/19 Stephanie/Ralph Young Cathy Crecelius

LITURGISTS 08/04/19 Jim Toy

08/11/19 Lee Emmons

08/18/19 Ralph Young

08/25/19 Robert Worden

Please say THANK YOU to our wonderful volunteers!

Birthdays & Anniversaries

Volunteers

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