First Presbyterian Church 1417 N. Jackson Magnolia, AR 71753

Phone 870-234-2601

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“God has brought laughter to me; everyone who hears will laugh with me.”...Genesis 21:6

CHURCH OFFICE

Will be Congratulations to Martine Boumtjé who has been promoted to full Professor of French and Literature at Southern Arkansas University.

Congratulations, Martine!

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The Presbyterian Press 1417 N. Jackson

Magnolia, AR 71753

Phone:

870-234-2601

Email:

magnoliapres@sbcglobal.net

Web:

1pcmagnolia.org

Koenig Family (Gene, Karen, and Zach), were received by transfer of letter from First Baptist Church of Stamps. Gene works for Temple Inland at Hope, Karen for our church as Director of Youth Ministries. Zach is a student at Columbia

Christian School. We are delighted to have them with us July 2017

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

To Gather as God’s People;

To Grow in Faith, Love and Service;

And to Go into the World as Disciples

Sharing God’s Love.

Turn your kids into Galactic Starveyors! As kids focus their telescopes on the marvels painted in the sky by the Creator, they will discover the wonder among all wonders - that the God who created everything there is - the knowable and the unknowable, the visible and the invisible - wants a personal relationship with them! Invite your kids into the clubhouse and show them

the God who is over the moon in love with them.

VBS Scripture:

“He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For everything was

created by Him, in heaven and on earth, the visible and the invisible, whether thrones or

dominions or rulers or authorities—all things have been created through Him and for Him.” Colossians 1:15-16 (NKJV)

VBS Motto: Searching the Visible, Discovering the Invisible

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

JULY 10th—14th

5:10 - 8:30 pm

For all children ages Kindergarten—5th grade

Help Kids Discover The Invisible Wonders Of God

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Of: By:

Jimmy Downs Rick & Pam Murphy

Jimmy Downs Glenn & Mary Martin

Jimmy Downs Dalene Baer

Jimmy Downs Dorris Rateliff

Jimmy Downs Tim Nash

Jimmy Downs Anna Trexler

Jimmy Downs Ray & Daisy Helen Uhrich

Jimmy Downs David Chandler

Jimmy Downs Paul Chandler

Jimmy Downs Mickey Pittman

Jimmy Downs Carolyn Terry

Jimmy Downs Homer Greer

Jimmy Downs B.H. Nash

Jimmy Downs Mary Harsh

Jimmy Downs Loice Lacy

Memorials Have Been Given To the Glory of God and

In Loving Memory

MEMORIALS

Sharyn Ahlstrom; Matt, Corey & Eli Barnett; Henry Broome; Kyle, Vicki, & Kaleb Callaway; Don & Phyllis Cole; Jackie & Drew Cole; Carson Davis; Johnny Dees; Benny & Pat Floyd; Jimmy Furr; David & Jan Lea; Laura Nash; Alton & Georgia Newton; Susanna Pelaez; Mik, Gisela & Paul Sulkowski; Franck

Tjom; Trysta Walker

Blane Acklin, Jim Bailey, Mike Blair, Cameron Bottelberghe, Jeremy Brown, John William Caldwell, Beverly Carson, Chad Carter, Paul Chandler, Rod Chandler, Mary Chu, Teresa

Clanton, Russell Cook, Rosie Cotter, Gene Cotter, Luke Cottrell, Dennis Coy, David Craig, Mamie Crane, Landon Darden, Doug Dickson, Jan Downs, Ann & Jim Downs, Kevin Edwards, Pat Floyd, Cindy Gonzales, Vance Groce, West Hagaman, Jennifer Haley, Bradley Harris, Debbie Johnson, Tim & Lisa Johnson, Mary Ann Kee, Charlie Kendrick, Marvin & Helen Koenig, David Lewis, Carol Liberty, Mary Martin, Janice McKinney, Ellie McLane, Richard Meadows, Delana Moore, Sarah Munstermann, Summer Murphy, Jean Calvin Ngai, Rick Niece, Steve Nipper, Kurt Odom, Mary Lou Oliver, Leslie Pennebaker, Devin Pizzalto, Ann Polk, Mary Powell, Allie Price, Valerie Ramsey, Dorris Rateliff, Jimmy Rice, Sissy Rich, Jason Riddle, Frank Root, Mark Sanford, K.P. Sinor, Martha Talbot, Charlie Tanner, Lauren Freeland Thomas, Margaret Thomas, Helen Turner, Frances Vaughan, Trysta Walker, Sammy Waller, Erlene Ward, Tonya Watson, Blake White, Laurie White, Zachary Williamson, Lonnie Wilson, Tess Wolthuis, Meredith Womack, Honorine Yick, & Serge Yick

Dear FPC, I had a great time at camp. Thank you for your support. I loved riding horses, & gym, & the blob. I prayed for my cabin many times. Thank you for my letters too. Love, Leighton Smith

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Dear Friends of First Presbyterian Church, Thank you so much for participating in our 2017 Baby Bottle Campaign and for your contributions totaling $344.56. As a church, your contribution to Hannah PRC is always special because it touches the lives of so many people who are in need. Thank you again for your church’s continued support for life in our communities. For Life, Paula Williams Resource Development Coord.

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Dear First Presbyterian Church, Thank you for the donation of food to Southern Christian Mission, Inc. We greatly appreciate your kindness. God Bless! Sincerely, Ruthie Sharp.

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Thank you for allowing us to share our ministry with your congregation. We enjoyed our time with you and judging from the comments we received, many people were encouraged and challenged. We pray that many seeds were planted and that they will grow and bear fruit in the Lord’s time. Thank you also for arranging housing for us. We were made to feel so welcome and enjoyed the fellowship that is always present among the people of God. In Him, Covenant Players

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * Dear Church Family, Thank you so much for your love, prayers, compassion and help during Jim’s illness. First Presbyterian Church, Magnolia, was so much a part of his world; and it meant everything to him to stay in touch even when he could no longer attend worship. Thank you for your visits, for bringing Wednesday meals and communion to our home, and for the weekly DVD of worship services. His final service was just what he would have liked, and the fellowship and meal for our family was very special. As Pastor Mike said in his message, Jim’s church key was among his most prized possessions. It opened the door to his most favorite place. God bless you. The family of Jimmie Downs

The First Presbyterian Church family wishes to express our Christian love and sympathy to the family of Jim Downs who passed

from this life to the Church Triumphant on June 12, 2017.

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Head Greeter- April 30th - Trish DuPriest; May 7th - Todd Connelly; May 14th – Lauren Murphy; May 21st – Todd Smith; May 28th – Trish DuPriest; June 4th – Martine Boumtje. Wednesday Meals for May - Administration Committee Session Devotional for May - Chap. 5 of Canoeing the Mountains Communion Preparers for May 7th - (Traditional) - 1) Chad West; 2) Rochelle McMahen Communion Preparers for June 4th - (Traditional) - 1) Todd Connelly; 2) Renee Connelly Communion Servers for May 7th - (Traditional)- 1) Chad West; 2) Rochelle McMahen; 3) Dalene Baer; 4) Pierre Boumtje. A/V Techs: April 30th - Debbie Morgan; May 7th - Debbie Morgan; May 14th - Mike McNeill; May 21st - Grey Murphy; May 28th -Ted Bounds; June 4th - Debbie Morgan Communion Preparers for June 4th - (Traditional) - 1) Todd Connelly; 2) Renee Connelly Communion Servers for May 7th - (Traditional)- 1) Chad West; 2) Rochelle McMahen; 3) Dalene Baer; 4) Pierre Boumtje. Communion Servers for June 4th - (Traditional)- 1) Ryan Phillips; 2) Martine Boumtje; 3) Todd Smith; 4) – Pierre Boumtje. Liturgists: April 30th - Pierre Boumtje; May 7th - Keith DuPriest; May 14th - Doug Green; May 21st - Alton Newton; May 28th - Steve Crane; June 4th - Mike McNeill. A/V Techs: April 30th - Debbie Morgan; May 7th - Debbie Morgan; May 14th - Mike McNeill; May 21st - Grey Murphy; May 28th -Ted Bounds; June 4th - Debbie Morgan

Old Business: Study of proposed changes to the Book of Worship: May 10 and May 17.

Devotional: The fourth chapter of “Canoeing the Mountains” by Tod Bolsinger was discussed. Focus: Competence

and Credibility for Church Leadership. New Business: There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned with prayer by Rev. Morgan at 7:05 pm. Respectfully submitted: Pierre Boumtje, Clerk; Rev. Mike Morgan, Moderator

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First Presbyterian Church of Magnolia, Arkansas The Minutes for the Stated Meeting of the Session

Tuesday, April 25th, 2017, 6:00 p.m. The Session of First Presbyterian Church of Magnolia, Arkansas met for its monthly stated meeting on

Tuesday April 25th, 2017. The following members were present: Moderator Rev. Morgan, Jodie Arnold, Dalene Baer, Martine Boumtje, Todd Connelly, Trish DuPriest, Rochelle McMahen, Anita Moore, Lauren Murphy, Ryan Phillips, and Todd Smith. Also present were Pierre Boumtje, Clerk, and Kathy Gean, Treasurer. Call to order: The Rev. Morgan called the meeting to order, declared a quorum present, and opened the meeting with prayer at 6:00 pm. Treasurer’s report:

The Treasurer, Kathy Gean presented the financial report. It was moved, seconded, and approved to receive the Treasurer’s report as information. Approval of the minutes:

It was moved, seconded, and passed to approve the minutes of the March 28th, 2017 stated Session meeting with correction, and the April 19th Called meeting as submitted. Correspondence & requests:

1) It was moved, seconded, and approved to receive Brooke Bartushock’s letter of resignation as nursery worker with appreciation. The Discipleship Committee will present Brooke with a signed card and a gift as a token of appreciation.

2) A resume & cover letter from an applicant for the nursery position was received as information. Pastor’s Report:

Illnesses: The Rev. Morgan reported on the health status of some Church members including Dorris Rateliff,

Katherine Connelly, Jimmy Downs, Mary Martin, Benny Grant, Ray Uhrich, and Mary & Ted Bounds. Pastoral Notes: Matthew DeSeguirant was received into the active membership of First Presbyterian Church by Baptism

and Profession of Faith on Sunday April 23rd. Administrative: It was moved, seconded, and passed to approve a request by Reverend Morgan for leave of absence

from Wednesday, May 24th through Wednesday, June 7th, inclusive. Rev. Lance Jones will fill in the pulpit on May 28th and June 4th (Pentecost Sunday with communion). Committee Reports:

Pierre Boumtje reported for the Cameroon Committee. Preparations for the annual BBQ luncheon fundraiser on Thursday, April 27th are going fine. Pierre Boumtje also reported to the Session that Dr. Matthew Barnett and his wife Corey will join the team for our mission trip this summer. Four SAU students who will be in Cameroon this summer for a tour on Tropical Agriculture will also join our mission team in Nkom.

Martine Boumtje and Dalene Baer reported for the Worship Committee. They expressed dissatisfaction for low attendance at the movie on Good Friday.

Anita Moore reported for the Fellowship Committee. The next fellowship potluck will be on Father’s Day Sunday, June 18th 2017. Plans are being made for a “dinner and a movie” night, probably in late summer, around early August.

Jodie Arnold and Lauren Murphy reported for the Discipleship Committee. They informed the Session on the visit of the group RE-GENER8 on Sunday April 23. The Committee also encouraged the study of “The Story”, a novel approach to studying the Bible. Two scholarships were respectively awarded to Olivia Smith and Leighton Smith to attend Camp Ozark this summer.

Ryan reported for the evangelism Committee. Mission annual giving campaign is in its planning stage. Todd Smith and Todd Connelly reported for the Administration Committee. They will be in charge of

Wednesday evening meals for the month of May 2017. The Committee has also started discussions on how to best prepare for Rev. Mike Morgan’s retirement in 2019. A recommendation will be made to the Session at the conclusion of these discussions.

Nothing on Committee reports required Session action. Assignments for May 2017 (4 Sundays, 5 Wednesdays)

Deacon of the Month - May - Jessica Arnold Wednesday night meals for the month of May: The Administration Committee Head Usher - April 30th - Ryan Phillips; May 7th - Jodie Arnold; May 14th – Ryan Phillips; May 21st – Anita Moore; May 28th – Pierre Boumtje; June 4th – Todd Connelly.

Deacon of the Month—Kathy Cole 904-4643, cell

Head Ushers: Liturgists: Greeters:

July 2 Todd Smith July 2 Rick Murphy July 2 Jodie Arnold

July 9 July 9 July 9

July 16 July 16 July 16

July 23 July 23 July 23

July 30 July 30 July 30

Aug 6 Aug 6 Aug 6

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JULY WORSHIP LEADERS

Meals & Meetings

Wednesday Night Meals NO Fellowship Meals in July

Committee Meetings Wednesday, 7/5, 6:15 pm

Deacon’s Meeting NO Meetings through Summer

Dinner & Devotion at SCM Tuesday, 7/18, 6:00 pm

Session Meeting Tuesday, 7/25, 6:00 pm

Cook’s Night Out

July 6 Flying Burger

July 13 Two Brothers Italian

July 20 Dairy Queen

July 27 Smoking Bull

Session Devotional: July 25—Canoeing the Mountains, Chpt. 7

AV Tech: July 2—Ted Bounds; July 9—Debbie Morgan; July 16—Grey Murphy;

July 23—Mike McNeill; July 30—Ted Bounds; Aug. 6—Debbie Morgan

Communion Preparers: July 2—(Traditional) Debbie Morgan, Rochelle McMahen

August 6—(Traditional) Chad West, Trish DuPriest

Communion Servers: July 2—(Traditional) Debbie Morgan, Dalene Baer, Ryan Phillips, Rochelle McMahen

August 6—(Traditional) Chad West, Trish DuPriest, Jodie Arnold, Jessica Arnold

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FPC youth, Amaya & Olivia Berry and Matthew DeSeguirant, were cheerful workers as they helped with chores at

Ms. Carley’s during the May Carpenter’s Helpers Workday

Pictured below are some of the players and coaches of the Boys & Girls Club’s 2017

Babe Ruth Softball Minor League team that was sponsored by First Presbyterian Church

as they were presenting a sponsorship plaque to the church.

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Leighton Smith is all smiles while

enjoying a week of church camp

at Camp Ozark in Mt. Ida, AR.

Carson and Elizabeth Davis had a wonderful trip from May 28 to June 16. They visited museums, heard organ and piano recitals, and walked all over some beautiful, historic places in London and three cities in Poland--Warsaw, Poznan, and Krakow. Pictured right, Carson is in the Chelsea Physic Garden (the second oldest botanic garden in England). Pictured left, Elizabeth is in a Polish version of a Starbucks in Warsaw.

Special guests representing the Boys & Girls Club of Magnolia, shared with our Wednesday night Bible study group on May 28th what affect the proposed new Baseball/Aquatic Center Complex could have on the Boys & Girls Club.