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Wednesday,
August 31, 2022
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mailing address: Balmoral Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 17309, Memphis, TN 38187
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NEWS THIS WEEK
- SOUP KITCHEN VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
- FOCUS on SMALL GROUPS:
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CHAIR YOGA
- BPC Photos
- Worship 8/28
- Newest Helper for Goat Stick Quarters
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WEEKLY INFORMATION
- Birthdays
- Calendar of Events
- CONTACT INFORMATION
OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES
- BRING FOOD for the FOOD CART
- Give out Hospitality bags
- JOHNSON AUXILIARY NEEDS YOU!
- DONATED BOOKS for the VA
- SIGN UP to be a WORSHIP LITURGIST!
BPC SUMMER SCHEDULE
- SUNDAY STUDIES will start back up September 11
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BPC WORSHIP
Sunday, September 4, 2022
11:00am
IN BPC's SANCTUARY
Scriptures: Psalm 139:1-6; 13-18
& Jeremiah 18:1-11
Sermon: In the Potters Hands
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Join us at the Lord's Table this Sunday! | |
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We will still send an email on FRIDAY
with the LiveStream YouTube link & Sunday Worship Guide.
Previous Worship Services at Balmoral are also still available on the
Balmoral YouTube channel
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CIRCLE of FAITH WORSHIP 8:30am
IN BPC's Fellowship Hall
Everyone is invited to join Circle of Faith's worship service!
To enter the building, use Office door to the Fellowship Hall.
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SUNDAY STUDIES is
ON VACATION for the SUMMER
Studies will start up again NEXT SUNDAY
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At the August 21 Session meeting:
- Letter of appreciation on behalf of the Session was sent to Dick Vosburg on July 25, 2022. Dick retired as treasurer August 15. Kay Dawson is now filling that role with Scott Dawson assisting her.
- The Presbytery and the Commission on Ministry (COM) have been notified of the election of our Pastor Nominating Committee; the next step will be training of the PNC, with scheduled completion in September.
- The construction across Quince is behind schedule and will not be completed by end of year as planned and is now expected in March.
- Repairs to air conditioning unit in one of the classrooms used by SEED are in progress.
- The Trouble I've Seen group is planning a 10 (+ 1) year Circle of Faith/BPC anniversary celebration (that was postponed because of COVID a year ago) for Sunday, 11/6/22 in a joint worship service, with CoF and BPC sharing planning, participation and music. Refreshments will follow the service.
Cliff Gurlen led the session in discussing the movie “Who We Are”. He encouraged us to seek out how we can become more anti-racist, and distributed information on the following resources:
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IT'S TIME for BACK to SCHOOL
for UKirk Memphis, the PC(USA) campus ministry serving students at the University of Memphis, Rhodes College, and beyond.
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Rev. Mark Howland will be working with UKirk, serving students at U of M and Rhodes, 10 hours a week, as the UKirk transitional leader. (Rev. Elizabeth Doolin has moved to North Carolina, and UKirk will spend this year discerning what is needed for the student support group going forward.)
Mark is from Winterset, IA, and has been attending Balmoral. He will also be doing guest preaching in the Presbytery.
Our prayers and support go out to the students,
the UKIRK ministry, and to Mark as well!
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SOUP KITCHEN VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! | |
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Balmoral needs volunteers to serve at the Soup Kitchen at First Presbyterian Sunday, October 9th. Volunteers will leave during Worship, car pool downtown together for lunch at Westy’s, serve lunch and clean up, then carpool back around 3:00 pm back to the BPC parking lot.
If you are interested in being a volunteer,
sign up via text to Scott Dawson at 901.849.1685.
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Bible Study
sponsored by Presbyterian Women
meets the first Wednesday of the month at 10:30am in Classroom A
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This year's Bible Study will consider Sabbath using passages from Genesis, Exodus, Deuteronomy, Isaiah, Matthew, Luke, and Acts—
- as a celebration, not a day of dreary formality
- as God’s intent for all of creation that includes busy women too
- as one day of the week, perhaps a Sunday
- as a time to surrender unhealthy striving and frantic busyness, and instead trust that God will provide
- as a reminder that life is precious and working too much is against God’s plans for our precious lives
- as a day devoted to community and justice and not exclusively to self-care.
Ultimately, Sabbath reminds us to honor God who honors us by giving us a day each week to reset our pace, our priorities, and our lives.
Books may be available Sunday, September 4, after Worship. Book is $10. (See Janice Hill or Cathy Bailey)
ALL ARE WELCOME!
(It's not just for women! PW sponsors the study but
is an equal opportunity participant list! Bring your friends, too!)
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BOOK CLUB
SEPTEMBER 13, 1:30pm
Classroom A
(postponed from August meeting)
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We will be discussing the book Seed to Dust by Marc Hamer. Janice Hill and Ted Pearson will co-lead the discussion.
The author is an English vagabond turned gardener, philosopher, poet and artist. This journal will mesmerize non-gardeners as much as those with green thumbs, as Hamer reflects on "the cycles of birth, growth, life and decay in nature . . . and the mysteries of being alive."
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CHAIR YOGA
meets every
Tuesday and Thursday
12:30pm in Classroom B
led by Lynn Ward
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Chair yoga is a gentle practice in which exercises are performed while seated and/or with the aid of a chair. Chair yoga classes target those who find a typical yoga session too challenging or with physical disabilities or aging men and women. It is also a great form of yoga for beginners or anyone who wants to focus on a gentle practice.
Just like a regular yoga practice, Chair yoga increases flexibility, strength and body awareness. When standing poses are included in the class, the chair is used to help with and improve balance. Chair yoga also includes breathing techniques to promote focus, mental clarity and relaxation.
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It's relaxing, it's fun and a great way to socialize with good friends! Come twice a week or once a week or even every other week when your schedule allows!
And you're welcome to bring friends!
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FALL SUNDAY STUDIES
BEGINS NEXT SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 9:30am in Classroom A!
Our Fall Sunday Studies book study will be:
We Cry Justice: Reading the Bible with the Poor People's Campaign
by Liz Theoharis.
From Genesis to Revelation, the Bible proclaims justice and abundance for the poor. Yet these powerful passages about poverty are frequently overlooked and misinterpreted.
Enter the Poor People's Campaign, a movement against racism, poverty, ecological devastation, militarism, and religious nationalism. In We Cry Justice, Liz Theoharis, co-chair of the campaign, is joined by pastors, community organizers, scholars, low-wage workers, lay leaders, and people in poverty to interpret sacred stories about the poor seeking healing, equity, and freedom. In a world roiled by poverty and injustice, Scripture still speaks.
Organized into fifty-two chapters, each focusing on a key Scripture passage, We Cry Justice offers comfort and challenge from the many stories of the poor taking action together. Read anew the story of the exodus that frees people from debt and slavery, the prophets who denounce the rich and ruling classes, the stories of Jesus's healing and parables about fair wages, and the early church's sharing of goods. Reflection questions and a short prayer at the end of each chapter offer the opportunity to use the book devotionally through a year.
The Bible cries for justice, and we do too. It's time to act on God's persistent call to repair the breach and fight poverty, not the poor.
LEADERS: Ted Pearson and Cliff Gurlen
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Americans have been officially celebrating Labor Day since it was signed into federal law in 1894. This Labor Day, let’s proudly celebrate and reflect on the hard work of the Americans who made this country great.
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As the sun rises to bring in the new day:
- We remember those who descend into the earth, their work begins in darkness, pulling from the earth, the resources we steward.
- We remember those who work inside a building away from the light and brightness of the day.
- We remember those who work outside in the harsh elements of our world, the bitter cold and sweltering heat of extremes.
- We remember those who do not have a job to go to, who are struggling to meet the needs of their daily living expenses, for whom the day becomes long and arduous.
As the sun sets to bring in the evening of rest:
- We remember those who work in the night.
- We remember those who are trying to recover from their labor and toils of the day.
- We remember those who participate in unsafe and dangerous work.
- We pray for a renewed sense of dignity in their lives and in their work.
God, in your goodness, you have made a home for the worker. Make a place in our hearts for compassion to the men and women who labor tirelessly for basic necessities. Ensure a place for the men and women who are struggling to find work. Grant us your wisdom to greet and care for those who are unable to work due to illness or circumstances that prevent their participation. Be with the children who are not able to run and play, but instead must put in a hard day’s work to help their family afford to eat, to live.
Be with us all, Christ Jesus, as we go about the busyness of our work. Hold us accountable not only for our actions, but most importantly to each of our neighbors. May we continue to work together to bring about your reign! We ask this in your holy name, through the power of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
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WORSHIP will be IN-PERSON and LiveStreamed as usual at 11:00am each Sunday all summer!
SUNDAY STUDIES will be ON VACATION for the SUMMER (We will start up again next Sunday, September 11)
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LITURGIST SIGNUPS
We have LOTS of open slots for Worship Liturgist volunteers. Use the button here to sign-up!
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Choose the Sunday(s) you are available to serve. All materials you need will be sent to you for that week!
(Contact Rev. Mary Gale if you have questions or need help signing up.)
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OPPORTUNITIES for OUTREACH | |
STEWS & MEATY CHILI
are on the MENU FOR THE
FOOD CART!
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St. Luke Methodist Food Pantry needs stews or Chili with meat! Add a can or two to your grocery list this week for the
Food Cart!
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HOSPITALITY BAGS
ARE AVAILABLE NEXT to the FOOD CART -
PICK SOME UP!
You can also pick up Hospitality Bags to donate to those you pass along the road who are in need.
(And bring donations for more bags - bring bottles of water,
And bring donations for more bags - bring bottles of water, boxes of raisins or other dried fruit, granola bars, cheese crackers (NO PEANUT BUTTER!!), clean socks - when you see someone asking for a handout, hand them a Hospitality bag!
URGENT NEED: WE ARE OUT of BOTTLED WATER and SOCKS for the HOSPITALITY BAGS! Please bring what you can!
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IF ANYONE IS CALLED TO SERVE....
We work every 1st and 3rd Thursday.
Colonial Park UMC
5330 Park Ave
CONTACT SCOTT DAWSON for more INFORMATION
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THE VA WANTS YOUR BOOKS!
GENTLY USED BOOKS WANTED!
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The VA has a need, a big one, that won’t cost you any money! We need books!! Books in good condition! BUT we need to be a bit picky….
No books that smell of cigarette smoke, no books that have been sitting in open boxes in someone’s garage or attic gathering dust and/or bugs. We need books of many genres, fiction & non-fiction: histories, mysteries, DIY, westerns, biographies, cookbooks, etc. We’ll take some romances, but most of the folks here aren’t big on the Harlequin variety!!
The VA ALSO NEEDS:
We are in desperate need of the following items:
- T-shirts, sizes M and 2XL
- Sleep pants/lounge pants, summer weight, sizes 2XL and 3X
- Deodorant, men’s
Of course, we always need all sizes of underwear, t-shirts, sleep pants, but we are either out of or down to just a few of the items listed above. And we get requests daily!
Anything you can do to help is greatly appreciated.
Karen Pilkington will be collecting the books & clothes – bring them to church in bags or boxes and leave them next to the Food Cart and her DAR chapter will see that they get to the VA.
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CLOTHES DRIVE
for
JOHNSON AUXILIARY
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JOHNSON AUXILIARY NEEDS YOU!
Jogging pants -- men & women(all sizes), and T-shirts are in short supply at Regional One right now.... Your donations are needed!
Can you help?
Bring your donations and place them next to the Food Cart!
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Men’s Clothing:
- Men’s Casual Shoes (athletic-type shoes) /Slippers (with backs) (All sizes needed)
- Men’s Jackets and Hoodies (all sizes) & gloves
- Men’s Casual Pants—Waist Sizes (All sizes needed, but particularly need sizes 30-36 waist and sizes 44 and up waist)
- Men’s Casual Pants—Sweatpants (All sizes)
- Men’s Casual Shirts—long sleeve (All sizes needed, but particularly need sizes XL and up particularly big and tall sizes); button down the front and pullover
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Men’s underwear and socks (Must be new)—(All sizes)
Women’s Clothing:
- Women’s sweatpants—all sizes needed
- Women’s underwear and socks (must be new); all sizes needed
- Women’s hoodies/casual outerwear (all sizes needed, particularly plus sizes); gloves
- Women’s casual shoes (athletic-type) /slippers (with backs)—Sizes 9 and up
Other Clothing Related Needs:
- Umbrellas
- Rainwear such as ponchos (unisex, preferred)
If items have been previously worn, they must be clean, odor-free, stain-free and not in need of repair.
Your contributions really help and are greatly appreciated!
(Place items near the Food Cart in the narthex hallway.)
VOLUNTEERS are also needed!
Contact Beverley Hooker for more information!
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SEPTEMBER: Lynn Ward (4),
Karen Pilkington (7), Chip Ordman (10), Jada Baldwin (14),
Lisa Koffman (16), Mitchell Lucas (19)
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Every Monday
2:00pm Writer's Group CLASSROOM A and/or on Zoom
EVERY TUESDAY & THURSDAY
12:30pm CHAIR YOGA in CLASSROOM B
1st Wednesday of the Month
BIBLE STUDY 10:30am in Classroom A
1st & 3rd Thursday of the Month
Ellis Small Group 10:15 am
2nd Tuesday of the Month
1:30pm BOOK CLUB in Classroom A
2nd Thursday Evening of the Month
7:00 pm Trouble I've Seen Small Group
1st & 3rd Thursday of the Month
COLONIAL PARK FOOD DRIVE
CHECK WITH YOUR SMALL GROUP LEADER for their SUMMER SCHEDULE
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Sunday, September 4, 2022
8:30 AM Circle of Faith Worship in the Fellowship Hall
11:00 AM BPC Worship & Communion in the Sanctuary
& on LiveStream
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
10:30am PW Bible Study in Classroom A
Sunday, September 11, 2022
8:30 AM Circle of Faith Worship in the Fellowship Hall
9:30 AM Sunday Studies Begin for Fall in Classroom A
11:00 AM BPC Worship in the Sanctuary
& on LiveStream
Wednesday, September 13, 2022
1:30pm BOOK CLUB in Classroom A
Sunday, September 18, 2022
8:30 AM Circle of Faith Worship in the Fellowship Hall
9:30 AM Sunday Studies in Classroom A
11:00 AM BPC Worship in the Sanctuary
& on LiveStream
Sunday, September 25, 2022
8:30 AM Circle of Faith Worship in the Fellowship Hall
9:30 AM Sunday Studies in Classroom A
11:00 AM BPC Worship in the Sanctuary
& on LiveStream
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Liturgist Erich Shultz
with Transitional Pastor Rev. Mary Newberg Gale
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LEFT: Prelude by Leiza Collins
RIGHT: Musical Offering by John Gilmer
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Hudson DeLoach Feeds the Goat Sticks | |
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Pastoral Care is supplied by Pastoral Care Intern Rev. Elizabeth Dick 314.330.0506
or email [email protected]
and our Transitional Pastor
Rev. Mary Newberg Gale 913.481.7427
or email [email protected]
Session members are your primary contact for ongoing communication. Here's the current contact list:
Lori Blackwelder .... (901) 262-8282 ............... [email protected]
Leiza Collins ........... (901) 246-5031 ..................... [email protected]
Barry Dotson .......... (901) 277-1596 ............... [email protected]
Janice Hill ............... (901) 826-9747 ................... [email protected]
Beverly Hooker.........(901) 496-1241 ......................... [email protected]
Ted Pearson home: (901) 754-9796 ................... [email protected]
...........................cell: (901) 486-6117
Karen Pilkington......(901) 262-5810 [email protected]
Erich Shultz ..............(901) 268-4951 [email protected]
Linda Warren............(901) [email protected]
(NOTE: Many of these Session members work during the day, so you may want to text them or email them.)
Keep in mind that ANY Balmoral member who is healthy will most likely be happy to help you in case of need as well!
To contact other members, the most-current contact information is available by requesting a copy of the BPC PHONE DIRECTORY from Kathy Singleton by email [email protected] or by phone or text to (901) 734-7193.
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POLICIES for WORSHIP & BUILDING USE
- Wearing a mask in the church building is optional.
- Social distancing is still encouraged.
- Individuals exhibiting symptoms of illness are asked to not enter the building.
- Unvaccinated individuals are asked to wear a mask, including members of community organizations that use the building.
- Should a surge in Covid-19 infections prompt the Shelby County Health Department to recommend indoor mask-wearing and social distancing, the task force will convene to decide how to react.
- Members who test positive for Covid-19 are asked to notify Rev. Elizabeth Dick, who will notify the congregation so members can decide how to respond.
- To keep the SEED children as safe as possible, the procedures controlling the old end of the building will remain unchanged, except when there is a need for someone to pass through the SEED area.
- Individuals may bring only water into the sanctuary; food and drink is permitted elsewhere.
- Passing plates to collect the offering is permitted.
- The SEED children and staff are allowed to use the new hallway to access the playground and the main bathrooms.
- The drinking fountains are no longer off limits.
- The kitchen is no longer off limits.
- Collections for the Food Cart may resume.
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Small Group Meetings in Classrooms A & B must be scheduled with Barry Dotson, [email protected] or signed text/cell: 901. 277.1596 | |
THIS ISN'T ENTIRELY OVER YET, HOWEVER!
PLEASE, FOR THE SAFETY OF YOURSELF and ALL THOSE YOU LOVE AND CARE FOR:
Anyone who is experiencing symptoms of illness (EG: sinus infection; flu like symptoms; sore throat; fever or chills; cough; shortness of breath or difficulty breathing; fatigue; muscle or body aches; headache; new loss of taste or smell; congestion or runny nose; nausea or vomiting; diarrhea) should consider contacting your Healthcare Provider and let them know you may have been exposed to a breakthrough case of COVID-19 to a fully vaccinated person.
PLEASE DO NOT COME TO THE CHURCH
IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING ANY OF THESE SYMPTOMS
Thank you for continuing to observe the ever-changing policies as we navigate the pandemic together.
To contact the Chair of the BPC COVID-19 Task Force:
Scott Hill - signed text: 901.277.9794
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IF YOU ARE EXPOSED TO OR HAVE BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH COVID
Let Elizabeth know when you were last in church; Give permission for notification to the congregation; Get Tested, if you have not already been; Contact any person or persons you have been with and follow with your doctor's advice.
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- Newsletter Articles & Photos should be emailed to Kathy Singleton at [email protected] no later than Monday at noon for the week you want the article in the news.
- Bulletin Information should be emailed to Rev. Mary Gale, with a copy to Kathy Singleton, no later than Monday noon the week before the Sunday you want the information to appear.
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Prayer Concerns should be submitted via email to Rev. Mary Gale ([email protected]) and/or Rev. Elizabeth Dick ([email protected]) with a copy to Kathy Singleton at [email protected].
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AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2022
online church calendar
Click HERE for the BPC Calendar
The calendar will take a few seconds to load and, once it opens, you will see the month that we are currently in. To see the next month's calendar, click on the arrow pointing down - it is just to the right of the name of the month. Once you click on that arrow, an icon will appear with all the months of the year listed. Click on the month that you want to see. To see a specific date, click on the number of the day you would like to see. The entire 2021-2022 calendar is available to you.
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