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INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
Pastor’s Article 2
Sanctuary Flowers
Ministry Leaders/Staff
Session Update 3
Financial Status
APRIL Calendar 4
Servers for APRIL 5
Talent Show
Geneva Facebook Page 6
Finance
Church Directory
Youth Fundraiser
Presbyterian Women 7
Stewardship Committee
APRIL
NEWSLETTER DEADLINE Newsletter deadline for the
MAY issue is
Wednesday, April 20 Email articles to:
prasor@genevapresbyterian.org
3 Ann Beardslee
10 Morgan Roberts
14 Brigitte Bastian
15 Daniel Adams
Ian Parker
19 Roberta Allen
22 Fred Kunkel
23 Will Wild
24 Judy Baum
25 Emily Albright
Ron King
Andrea Robert
26 Billy Watkins
27 Mike Hartsell
28 Rick Ulp
29 Penny Knox
April 6
Jon and Amy Tayloe
April 7
Lee and Rose Huffman
Pastor’s Article
Many of you know Rev. Dr. Herb Meza from our
congregation. As I’ve shared with you all in the past,
Herb was my pastor when I first felt called into the
ministry. I’ve not forgotten the first Easter I heard him
preach. It was at a time when I was struggling with
the idea of the resurrection. Just when I needed it
most, I heard him pose some simple questions in this
sermon. He asked, “How did we get from the upper
room, to Westminster Abbey? How did we get from
the disciples singing a simple fisherman’s lullaby, to
Handel’s Messiah? How did we get from this rag-tag
community of simple folks who lived on the margins
of the world, to the World Council of Churches?
He also brought up the point that many of our modern
schools and hospitals were born out of this movement
of people who would believe and follow after the
risen Christ. Today, hungry people are fed, sick peo-
ple are cared for, broken people are being made
whole. Something huge happened!
I have come to believe in the resurrection because I
see it all around me. I see it in people who are healed
of despair and bitterness and indifference. I see in
places like homeless shelters and soup kitchens, and
in people who care for the sick. And I hear it in the
voices of those who call us to live in harmony with
each other and with God.
Jesus has risen! May you come to see that God's love
is alive and at work in the world – even in you, even
in me.
Grace and Peace,
Joe
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SANCTUARY FLOWERS If you would like to donate flowers on a given Sunday,
contact the church office or use sign up calendar
in the Narthex.
Donation is $16 per arrangement.
Let us know if you want one or two arrangements.
Please indicate on your check Sanctuary Flowers.
MINISTRY LEADERS CONTACT INFO
Clerk of Session Rick Ulp 673-5532 Adult Education John Booth 608-7213 Children’s Ministry Juliet Johnson 342-2555 Church Treasurer Ron Bryant 287-8643 Community Connection Kathie Ettinger 616-2109 Deacon Moderators Julie Wright 287-2850 Pat Ulp 716-2849 Fellowship Sharon Hartsell 287-5909 Finance Steve Foland
(813) 264-1986 Helping Hands Barbara Enos 671-1109 Sally Pitzer 940-7288 Missions Cliff Smith 571-8995 Properties Rita Bryant 287-8643 People, Process and Technology Adrienne Lord 342-0248 Presbyterian Women Amy Finnigan 287-4303 Stewardship Ralph Pitzer 940-7288 Worship Billy Watkins
(803) 385-7010
Pastor Joe Albright 392-5618 Bell Choir Director Carol Calvert 287-9439 Bookkeeper Teri Batchelor 287-4865 Director of Worship and Arts Fred Kunkel 652-6503 Organist Esther Kirkham 287-4865 Nursery Sunny Richardson 287-4865 Secretary Patty Rasor 287-4865 Youth Lorrie Watkins
(803) 465-1597
APRIL 2016 Page 3
Summary of Stated Session Minutes from March 21, 2016 Rick Ulp, Clerk of Session
The Financial Report was submitted for the month of February 2016, with the financial status
remaining in a very solid position as we continue to operate in the Black. Elder Steve Foland reported
that the March financial picture may be less dramatic as there are a number of administrative expense
obligations due this month.
Elder Brian Loftus expressed his need to be removed as an Elder in Active Session responsible for the
Properties Ministry, citing his family and work obligations. Elder Rita Bryant remains as the Elder for
this Ministry. The Nominating committee will be asked to begin a search for another Elder.
Rev Charles Landreth has suffered a medical situation and will be returning from South Carolina to his
home at Westminster Woods where he will be recuperating. Our thoughts and prayers are with Charlie.
Elder Rita Bryant indicated that the building repairs and renovations are moving along as expected and
should be mostly completed by Easter Sunday. A motion to a lot additional expenditure of $3,700.00
for repair and placement of our SR13 signage was approved.
The Mission Ministry has begun the 2nd Sunday, 2 cents a meal program which will continue through
the year in support of the Jamaica Mutual Mission Fund. Our first 2 cents a meal collection resulted in
over $140.00 being collected.
Elder Juliet Johnson is our Elder liaison for our sponsored scouting program. It was recently noted that
3 of the scouts have achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. A well done will be sent to those individuals on
behalf of the Session and Geneva Congregation.
Elder John Booth presented the Adult Bible Study curriculum, “Krazy Kinfolks”, to Session for
approval.
Elder Kathie Ettinger presented the new Social Media Policy to Session in March for approval.
A number of books on various religious subjects will be made available if you are interested in ex-
panding your personal library.
Elder Adrianne Lord reported that the Geneva on-line calendar is being prepared and may be released
to the congregation very soon as a more permanent source of information. She also reported that a pro-
gram is being put in place to develop a Geneva photo directory. The dates of 12-14 May are tentatively
assigned for this event.
Financial Status—Income and Expenses Summary
February 2016 YTD through FEBRUARY 2016
Actual Expenses $22,911.35 $43,708.82
Offerings to Operating Fund $26,594.01 $51,648.16
Over/(Under) $ 3,682.66 $ 7,939.34
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APRIL 2016 Page 5
SERVERS FOR APRIL
2016 APRIL 3 APRIL 10 APRIL 17 APRIL 24
LECTOR Laurie Weaver Cliff Smith John Booth YOUTH SUNDAY
CHILDREN’S MESSAGE
Lorrie Watkins Juliet Johnson Sharon Hartsell YOUTH SUNDAY
ELDER OF THE DAY
Rita Bryant Cliff Smith Juliet Johnson Ralph Pitzer
GREETERS
AND USHERS
Bailey Cantrell Stephen Clarke
Tony Clarke Ken Ettinger
Gerry Lee
Jim Duck Lorraine Duck Ann Beardslee
Ron Bryant Ralph Pitzer
Ann Beardslee Jill Wild
Andrew Wild Scott Wild Will Wild
YOUTH SUNDAY
OFFERING COUNTERS
Tony Clarke Gerry Lee
Ralph Pitzer Sallyanne Smith
Vivian Lee Ron & Rita Bryant
Pat Allalemdjian Rick Ulp
SOUND SYSTEM Patrick Clarke Christian Davis Stephen Clarke Hunter Hartsell
POWERPOINT Bradley Plum Bonnie McCarty Linda Harper YOUTH SUNDAY
COMMUNION SERVERS APRIL 3 Sue Clarke, Ken Ettinger, Pat Ulp and Rick Ulp, Billy and Lorrie Watkins
Friday, May 13, 2016 at 7 pm Sanctuary
Geckos wants us to know it is time for our talent show! So, let’s do one. As a family, our whole
church family.
What skills do you have that no-one knows about? Singers, musicians, dancers, comedians, magicians,
actors….you name it, we need you. We know Howard B plays the harmonica, and Fred K plays the
spoons, Jill W can “Walk like an Egyptian” but we have lost our headline act – ‘Grady James and His
Incredible Pig Noises’.
You never know what unexpected surprises and carrying on’s will
happen that night, so mark your calendar, be there or be square.
There will me more information to follow so you can sign up your
talent. Let’s make this an evening all will enjoy. So get your
act together!
get your act together?
APRIL 2016 Page 6
“Are you on Facebook? Have you visited the Geneva page?
When you “like” the page, you will be kept up to date with all of the
photos, announcements and, of course, Joe’s Daily Devotional.
It’s chock full of good stuff!”
Follow us on: https://www.facebook.com/GenevaPresbyterianStJohnsFl/
Finance News Steve Foland
The 2014 audit of the church finances have been received and approved by the finance committee. Balances
reported to the finance committee are accurate and reflect the church’s financial situation. All accounts were
found to be in order. The auditor made several recommendations regarding procedural matters which are
currently being implemented. Financial statements are on file for review in the church office.
Church Directory Appointments for picture taking will be in May. Please look for information to
follow in emails and at church. Dates and times are as follows:
Thursday, May 12 2:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Friday, May 13 2:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Saturday, May 14 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Volunteers are needed to assist with scheduling and on picture days. Please contact
Adrienne Lord, if you’d like to help adriennelord@comcast.net
Planning meeting, Sunday, April 13 following worship. Those interested in volunteering, please attend.
HOLD THE DATE Youth Dinner Fundraiser
Sunday, April 10
6:00 pm
Fellowship Hall
More information to follow
APRIL 2016 Page 7
Morning Circle – Join us on the 2nd Wednesday in April
(4/13) at 9:45 am in the Knox Room of our Fellowship
Hall. We are on Lesson 8 - The Hospitality of Living
Water-Compassion in our Horizons Bible Study.
Scripture: John 4:1-30, 39-42; Acts 2:44-47.
Our lesson focus is on Jesus – The Living Water.
Study Leader: Amy Finnigan - 287-4303 or
afinnigan@txninc.com
Westminster Woods Bible Study – We meet on the
2nd Wednesday of the month (4/13) at 3:00 pm in the
Eastwood Clubhouse at Westminster woods. We are
also on Lesson 8 of our Horizons Bible Study.
Study Leader: Fran Meza - 287139 or
franmeza@comcast.net
Evening Circle – Meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month
(4/21) at 7:00 pm at the home of Susan Guthmiller.
We will have dessert and coffee as we look at our Bible
Study – What Love Is: The letters of 1,2,3 John by Kelly
Minter.
Leaders: Adrienne Lord adriennelord@comcast.net
Susan Guthmiller susan@jsgsolar.com.
Helping Hands – Join us on Thursdays at 10:00 am in the
Know Room in our Fellowship Hall. We are busy working
on Welcome Bags for the Betty Griffin House, WIC,
Prayer quilts for our Geneva family and more! We are in
need of donations for the Welcome Bags. Items needed on
a monthly basis are coloring books and crayons,
toothbrushes, and combs! There is a large basket in the
narthex where you can drop off these items. Thank you.
STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE
Scott Wild
Luke 6:38
Give and it will be given to you. They will pour
into your lap a good measure - pressed down,
shaken together, and running over. For by your
standard of measure it will be measured to you
in return.
With the Stewardship Committee in the early
stages of planning our campaign for this year,
we thought this would be a good time to prepare
you for the next presentation of Dave Ramsey's
Financial Peace. For those of you who have not
had the opportunity to participate in this
program, it is not only about saving money or
getting out of debt. Rather, it is about living and
giving the way God designed. Dave Ramsey
will teach how to implement these seven steps
in achieving financial peace:
1) Save $1,000 in a beginner emergency fund
2) Pay off all debt (except the house)
3) Put 3-6 months of expenses into savings
4) Invest 15% of your household income into
retirement plans
5) Save for your children's college education
6) Pay off the house early
7) Build wealth and give!
This program may be of benefit to you or maybe
someone you know (friend, neighbor, children,
etc.) Our 15 year old son participated in the last
presentation, and is working on the first step.
The program will also provide you with the
contact information for local professionals that
can help you accomplish these and other goals.
We prayerfully
hope that you will
consider joining
us for the next
presentation and
remember to invite
your neighbor or
friend to join us
for this enriching
program. We anticipate starting our next class in
late August or early September.
PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN Amy Finnigan
OPPORTUNITES FOR CONNECTION AT GENEVA Sunday 9:00 am Sunday School 10:30 am Morning Worship 6:00 pm Youth Group Meeting Tuesday 10:00 am Staff Meeting 6:00 pm Bell Choir Rehearsal 7:00 pm Choir Rehearsal Wednesdays 6:00 pm Fellowship Dinner 7:00 pm Adult Bible Studies and GECKOS Thursdays 9:30 am Prayer Meeting 10:00 am Helping Hands Fridays Church Office Closed 10:00 am W.I.S.E.
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