Dec 12 2008
This Sunday, Dec 14, the choir and children will present a special Christmas program in worship. There will be special music and a pageant.
After worship, please plan to stay for our Christmas lunch. Meat and beverages will be provided. Please bring a potluck dish to share.
Dec 09 2008
The holidays are joyous and festive occasions for many of us. However, for some people this time of year can be quite painful and distressing. For those who have lost a loved one, for example, or who are separated from family, friends and the familiar, loneliness is often more acute at Christmas. While others are singing carols and feasting at parties and family reunions, these folks feel cut off and isolated.
We know our Savior as Emmanuel, which means God with us. Jesus comes to all, especially the downcast and brokenhearted. He reaches out to bring comfort and solace to those who are grieving.
Faith Presbyterian will offer a special worship service on Sunday evening, December 21st, 7:00 P.M., for all who may be feeling alone or down this year. The service is called “Blue Christmas,” and is traditionally offered when night is the longest. Blue Christmas worship is quiet and meditative, with candles and soft music, and speaks of hope, comfort, and light in the midst of darkness.
This service is for our members, of course, but is especially designed for our neighbors who may not have a church home. Do you know anyone who is lonely or hurting? Please invite him or her to come to the Blue Christmas worship. Offer to pick up and sit beside your friend through the service. (The present that is most appreciated by others is often the gift of our presence!)
Our Lord Jesus comes among us to heal, restore and save, and invites us to join Him in ministry to our neighbors.
Comfort me, comfort me,
Your Love will comfort me.
Letting go, now I see,
New hope embracing me.
Dec 02 2008
The Fun & Fellowship group has organized a group trip to the Natchitoches Annual Christmas Festival on December 6th, 2008. The day long celebration includes activities such as live entertainment, arts, crafts and food vendors, parade, fireworks, laser show and the lighting of 300,000+ Christmas bulbs and 100 plus riverbank set pieces.
At the time of this article, there are currently still spaces available. The cost for the trip is $35.00. This includes the paying for the bus ride and the ticket to get into the festival. You may bring food and drinks with you for the day or purchase food at the festival.
If you would be interested in going please contact the church office so that we can be sure to reserve your seat! This is sure to be a fun event for all, and takes the hassles of travel and parking out of your hands so that you can enjoy the trip to it’s fullest! We will meet at the church at 8 AM for a light breakfast and the bus leaves at 9 AM.
Oct 15 2008
A few reminders for everyone at Faith:
This year, Stewardship Sunday falls on November 16. On this day, we will collect and dedicate our pledges for 2009. There will be two stewardship dinners, both after church, on November 2 and November 9. Please make sure to take a moment on Sunday and sign up on the forms in the vestibule for one of the dinners. This will help us plan how much food we need to prepare in advance.
Pastor John will be using the insights from In Heaven’s Name, Why on Earth? By Harry Wendt. Dr. Wendt is the founder of Crossways International and the author of The Divine Drama. We will discover why stewardship involves much more than supporting the church budget!
Also, don’t forget that it’s almost Jambalaya Dinner Time! The Jambalaya Dinner Sale will take place this coming Friday, October 17th from 11 am – 1 pm. If you haven’t already, please make sure to purchase your tickets in advance. If you have any tickets left to sell, please try to do so! If you need tickets or have any questions, please call the church office at 225-275-7393.
Sep 17 2008
There are a few dates coming up on the church calendar that you should be aware of.
Once again we will have our annual Fish Fry with Art Frens doing the cooking! The date is set for September 21st after worship. Fish, Hush-puppies, and Coleslaw will be provided. Please bring a potluck dessert to share with the group!
Also, Tickets are now available for the upcoming Jambalaya Dinner Sale! The date of the sale is October 17th. Dinners will cost $5.00 each and will include jambalaya, salad, and bread. Delivery of dinners is available with a pre-purchase of 10 dinners or more. Ask people at your office if they would be interested!
Please call the church office at 225-275-7393 for more information or to purchase your tickets!
Jul 23 2008
Thank you to everyone who took so much time out of their busy schedules to volunteer and help with VBS 2008! It was a huge success and we couldn’t have done it without all of you! The kids had a blast and it’s really gotten people excited to be a part of our church!
Some of you may have noticed that during Rainforest Adventure last week we had a visitor from The Advocate taking pictures and talking to many of the kids and volunteers. This last Saturday our church and some members of the congregation were showcased in a great article in the People & Faith section of The Advocate about VBS and how far it’s come over the years! Below is a thumbnail of the article, and if you click on it it will bring you to a large version that you can read!
How exciting that the Word is spreading! God works in so many ways, and it shows in the lives of all who took part in Rainforest Adventure! Keep the Word and excitement alive until next years VBS!
If you have any problems clicking this thumbnail to view the large version, you can also right click and choose “open link in new window” or “save link” to save the file to your computer to read!
Jul 07 2008
If you have any of the following items and would be willing to donate them, purchase them or make them for the skits for next week’s VBS, please call the office and talk to Kelly at 225-275-7393. Thank you!
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Day Five:
Jul 02 2008
Many members of the church have already stepped forward to give of their time and talent in this venture. However, there is room for everyone to be involved! Not only is there a need for more volunteers to help in the planning and during the week of VBS, but supplies are needed as well!
If you have any of the following or would be willing to purchase them for this years VBS, please call the church office to find out which items are still needed. You may bring your donations to the church office during the week or drop them off after church on Sunday. Any donation, however small, will be greatly appreciated!
Needed for Rainforest Rhythm:
Needed for Snacks at the Coconut Cafe:
Needed for Pre-school class:
Needed for decorations:
VBS Group Leaders — If you receive a donation that is on this list, please let the church office know so that we can keep track of the current needs for this years VBS! We will mark through items on this list when they are received and no longer needed.
Thank you to everyone involved and all those who give of their time, talent, and donations!
Jun 16 2008
This year’s Summer Reading Program at Faith Presbyterian Church is into it’s second weekend of six and things are going great! We’ve had a nice turn out of children, but would love to see more! If you are interested in your child participating or would like more information please see our previous news post about our Summer Reading Program, or call the church office at 225-275-2393!
Here are a few pictures from this last Saturday!
May 14 2008
Explore the canopy! It’s time to register for Rainforest Adventure Vacation Bible School!
Join us for a rainforest program of faith-filled fun! Rainforest Adventure invites kids to share the good news of Jesus’ love for us by being caretakers of all that God has given us.
At Rainforest Adventure you will:
We’ll have lots of fun sharing God’s love with everyone!
Parents, the cost of this year’s week long VBS is $10 per child, $18 for two children, or $20 for a family of 3 or more kids. (All children are welcome and wanted! VBS scholarships are available for families that are unable to cover this cost, so please do not let this keep you or your kids from participating!)
If you have any questions about this upcoming event please call the church office at 225-275-7393.
