This Sunday Immanuel Welcomes Pastor Kay Travis

I, Kay Childs-Travis, come to you today by way of life in Arkansas, Tucson, Arkansas and Sierra Vista. My college education has been obtained one or two classes at a time at University of Arizona, Pima College, University of Arkansas at Monticello and Teaching Elders in Pines Presbytery. I am retired from Arkansas State Police. During my last two years as a Senior Investigator in the Crimes Against Children Division, I took on the Commissioned Ruling Elder/Commissioned Pastor training in Pines Presbytery. It was a two-year course. 

I have been married to Johnnie Travis for almost 34 years. Johnnie took his Commissioned Ruling Elder/Commissioned Pastor training in Arkansas Presbytery. We have both served churches in Arkansas and Pines Presbyteries. Since moving to Sierra Vista five years ago as an action of “retirement”, I have served as Gap Pastor at Faith Presbyterian Church, Sierra Vista, for 1 year and now almost 3 years at Covenant Presbyterian, Bisbee.

Between us, Johnnie and I have 4 children, a passel of grandchildren and now the great grands are coming on. Thank you for inviting me to participate in your worship services today. And may God bless each one of us as we complete our journey of faith. 

Pastor Nominating Committee News - We continue to receive applications and screen pastoral candidates. We are now on step 12 of the Immanuel Trail: Calling A Pastor. We have been on this step for a while, but this is necessary because it is a crucial step in finding the best fit for Immanuel's pastor/head of staff position. In addition to reviewing applications and statements of faith on an on-going basis, we are also watching a lot of sermons online and conducting interviews on weekends, in between our weekly meetings. We are guided by the Holy Spirit and are confident in God's guidance as we continue to practice due diligence in our search efforts.

We welcome your thoughts and questions to our confidential email immanuelpnc@gmail.com or reach out to Laura Fennema, Cheralynn Baylor, Laurie Emery, Jon Friedmeyer, Debby Johnson, Joey Samoy and Sean Shifflette.

What is Confirmation? Many of our young people were baptized as infants or young children, with parents making promises on their behalf. Confirmation gives youth the opportunity to personally affirm that they want to continue growing in their faith and relationship with God. We are offering Confirmation class for all youth and young adults from 6th grade through college who wish to affirm their Baptism. Our six-week of class will cover what it means to be a Presbyterian, what it means to belong to the church as an adult member, The Creeds (statements of belief) and the Lord’s Prayer and time for questions and discussion.

Beginning on March 22, the classes will meet on Sunday mornings from 10:00 - 10:45am (no class on Sundays without Sunday School or Youth Group). We will confirm youth on Youth Sunday, May 17th.

As part of the Confirmation process, each youth will spend time (3 meetings) with a mentor from Immanuel. This helps them build a relationship with another trusted adult and hear stories of faith. Youth should choose their own mentor, (a member of Immanuel, age 25+, same gender). If they need help choosing, Shane Burton and I can assist. I will train mentors and run background checks.

If you have any questions, please let me know. Confirmation is one of my favorite times in ministry. We all grow together with each other and with our Creator. I hope your youth will participate!

Pastor Kris Goorsky

Minister of Christian Formation

kris@immanuelpc.org

AARP Tax Aide now through April 15 on Wednesdays 10:00am – 2:30pm. AARP provides free in-person assistance by trained IRS certified tax preparers. You can pick up an info packet on Wednesdays and then schedule your appointment to sit down with the tax preparers for final e-filing.  Note: the church office cannot make appointments for you with AARP or give tax advice. Contact AARP at (520) 571-9884 or visit aztax-aide.org to schedule your appointment.

Sunday School Classes for All Ages at 9:45am: NOT MEETING THIS SUNDAY

• Preschool and Kindergarten - Room 3
• 1st through 5th grade – Room 6
• 6th through 12th grade - Youth Room
• Adult Class meets in Witherspoon Hall Rooms 12/13. 

Youth Group on Sunday Nights - Join us from 5:00 – 7:00pm for dinner, games and bible fellowship for youth ages 6-12th grade.

• March 08 - Bible Study
• March 15 - No Youth Group (Spring Break)
• March 22 - Service Project for Gap Ministries

Bible Studies:

• Men’s Bible Study on Mondays at 10:00am in Witherspoon Hall

• Women’s Bible Study on the first and third Wednesdays at 10:00am in Witherspoon Hall.

• Agape Women’s Circle meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 9:00am, held off campus. Contact Mary Kay at ausmbush3@gmail.com. Next date is Wednesday, March 11.

• Lydia Women’s Circle meets on the third Monday of each month at 6:30pm in Towner Hall. Next date is Monday, March 16.

Fellowship Groups:

• Desert Sages Games on Tuesdays from 10:00am – 12:30pm. Come make new friends, play a variety of card and board games, eat popcorn and then top it off with dessert! Held in Witherspoon Hall.



• Crafters Group on Thursdays from 10:00am – 2:00pm. Want to unleash your inner artist? Express your creative talents? Join our Crafters Group and bring your favorite project or try something new – adult coloring, painting, sketching, crochet and knitting – all skill levels and craft projects welcome. Meets in Witherspoon Hall 12/13.

Mission:

• Casa Maria Sandwich Day on Saturday, March 28 from 8:00 - 9:00am. If you want to participate - each brown bag lunch should include two sandwiches (no mayo please); one fruit item, and two cookies. Special note: If making a sandwich without meat, label the bag (PB&J for example). Donations of hygiene products and other non-perishable food items are welcome too!