INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Monastery Trip 1

Pastor Andy 2

New Member 3

Presbyterian Women 4

Mission Team News 6

ASP Mission Trip 7

Presbyterian Men 8

Easter Egg Hunt 9

Yard Sale 10

The View

Volume XII Issue V

MAY 2015

First Presbyterian Church 147 N. Main St. Cleveland, GA 30528

706-865-6499 Pastor: Rev. Andy Chambers pastor@fpccleveland.org

Office Manager: Linda Watkins info@fpccleveland.org

Website: www.fpccleveland.org

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Nineteen members and friends made the two

hour drive to the Monastery of the Holy Spirit

in Conyers for an enjoyable and informative

day. A guided tour of the museum and a

twenty minute video gave us the history of

"monasticism" in general and this monastery

in particular. We learned about the daily life

of a monk that begins at 3:45 am and

includes study, prayer and work. The work

includes baking fruit cakes, cookies and

fudge, and making stained glass windows to

order. Our group attended the noon prayer

service and enjoyed lunch in the café. The

gift shop and bonsai garden offered unique

items. Some of the bonsai trees were very

old and had four figure prices. The Presby-

terian Men thank Tony Clark for suggesting

and arranging this outing for us.

2 MAY 2015 THE VIEW from Presbyterian Hill

Pastor’s Corner What a fantastic month of April! To begin, Easter morning worship brought forth

it’s Alleluia’s (and Amens!) as we celebrated the Resurrection of Christ. The very

next day, I, along with 7 other missionaries, carried these Alleluia’s with us north

to Jonesville, VA for a week of service and hard work replacing a porch and door

for a new found friend and sister in Christ. The flowers, too, have sung their own

Alleluia’s with every drop of rain and ray of sunshine. Truly, there is much to be

thankful for here in Cleveland.

This brings me to May--that month that gets kind of lost in the crowd. June and

its luring beachy vacations are so close we can almost feel the sand between our

toes. It is tempting to go ahead and “check out” for the summer. I mean, Easter and it’s grand celebra-

tion is over, school days are being counted down, so, why not? Why not just go ahead and take a few

Sundays off, keep that offering in your wallet so there’s more to be spent on vacation (who doesn’t need

another pair of sunglasses anyway?).

Yeah, May, it’s easy to breeze right through as if it didn’t really exist. But, May, oh May…..I hear you

calling us to something else, to something more.

For starters VBS is returning to FPC. This means lots of planning, lots of excitement, and lots to

do to get ready. Clair Arvold will need all of our help to make ours the best possible.

Then there’s Wednesday nights. We will continue to eat and meet at 5:30. Our schedule for

programs include “Five Things God Uses to Grow Your Faith” as well as the “Stewards of Children”

training to help all of us know how to recognize and react to child sexual abuse. (White County is

so close to reaching a major goal and I want our church to be a part of this movement).

And we cannot forget commitments made. This past month you all should have received a

statement showing where you stand in regards to your financial pledges made last November on

Consecration Sunday. If you are behind, don’t fret---continue to seek God’s guidance as to what

He is calling you to give. And don’t give reluctantly—always give joyfully knowing that each pen-

ny given is going to support the ministry of Jesus Christ. Which means every penny is being

faithfully spent to further the Kingdom of God. We are all so fortunate to be a part of this

wonderful work God has given us. If you have any questions or need to discuss your giving,

please don’t hesitate to give me a call at the office.

Finally, Easter isn’t over!!! That’s right. Every Sunday is an opportunity for us to celebrate the

risen Christ. But more specifically, Easter is actually a season (something Hallmark and WalMart

haven’t figured out yet), running until the Day of Pentecost on May 24th.

So, don’t give in to the temptation of “checking out” in May. It’s still Easter. And we still have the

Ascension to celebrate (show up on May 17th to learn more about why this is important—we’ll be

worshiping outside this day). We still have Pentecost to look forward to. And we still have each other to

be around, to learn from, and to love more and more each day.

May, oh May, I hear you calling………………..

Blessings,

Andy

Pastor Andy

3 THE VIEW from Presbyterian Hill MAY 2015

New Member - Betty Jane (BJ) Willard

We welcome a life long Presbyterian, BJ, to our church family by

transfer from the Helen Presbyterian Church. She served the

Helen church as secretary for the past 18 years and concurrently

as Clerk of the Session for the last 12. BJ is certainly qualified in

those fields after a 30 year career as Administrative Assistant to

the Superintendent of Schools for Martin County, Florida. As a

product of the same county's schools, she claims 42 years of effort

on behalf of that system. BJ and her late husband found White

County in the early 80's as a vacation destination and eventually

parked their motor home here between extended travels around

the country that ultimately touched on every state. She and

husband Dave made their full time home in Cleveland in 1989.

BJ enjoys gardening and is active in the Soque Garden Club. She has been called an "Earth Angel" by

friends for her helping spirit and enjoys playing the harmonica in accompaniment to a friend's

accordion at nursing homes. As she says she has "fully retired", she feels God is calling her to a "new

season" and is looking forward to what He has in store for her here at FPC.

Field Of Dreams Bench

Dear Friends of Field of Dreams,

Several people have expressed interest in donating a bench to go in the Field of Dreams. After

careful selection, we have chosen the below bench. It is nice quality at a reasonable price. We

have one already donated and put together and placed it on the field if you would like to check it

out. If you are interested in donating a bench for the field please contact Tony or Becky Clark.

Coral Coast Metal Scrolling Hearts Curved Back Garden Bench

Item # HN-LFW034

Sale Price: $94.98 — From Website: Hayneedle.com—FREE shipping!

Incredibly strong tubular steel construction

Traditional slatted seat and elegant scroll work

Rustic bronze finish

Weight capacity: 400 pounds

Dimensions: 50.5L x 23W x 33.5H inches

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The Morning Women’s Bible Study will meet

on Thursday, May 14th at 10:00 AM. We will

gather at the church for our study, which will

be chapter 16, “Life Aboard the Fellow-

ship.” Mary Ann Clyburn will be our

leader. Be sure to answer the questions

starting on page 299 so you will be able to

join the discussion. Afterwards we will share

our joys and concerns. Lunch will follow;

bring something to eat, if you wish. Joyce

Naivar will bring dessert and be our hostess.

All women are welcome, whether a member

of First Presbyterian or not. Please join us in

our study, fellowship, and missions.

The PW meeting will be May 17h at 6:00

pm. The hostess is Bernice Rogers and Jannie

DeWaart will lead the study of Lesson 8.

The CT meeting will be May 13th at 3:30 pm.

Knit & Stitch will be the other Wednesdays at

3:30 pm.

We would like to thank everyone for the help and

support of the Celebrating Women Service and

brunch.

Don't forget to sign up for the Womens' Retreat

on May 16th at the Church. It will be a great

time of study and fellowship. Hope to see every-

one there!

Save the date— June 15-19

Women’s Annual Spring Retreat

Saturday, May 16, 2015

8:30 am to 5:00 pm at

First Presbyterian Church of Cleveland

Special Bible Study with Betty Sloop

Delicious Brunch & Dinner Served

Lots of Crafts, Laughs, and Fellowship

Sign Up Sheet in the Narthex

Cost: $25 - Make Checks Payable to Presbyterian Women

Come join us for time to walk with God and feel refreshed!

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THE VIEW from Presbyterian Hill MAY 2015

MISSION TEAM NEWS

BABY BOTTLE CAMPAIGN

First Presbyterian would like to lend support to our local crisis Pregnancy Center, Cleveland Care

Center through a baby bottle campaign. The Baby Bottle Campaign is an easy way we can contribute

to the needs of the Cleveland Care Center. The Cleveland Care Center is funded by donations

alone. The Center desires to help young mothers throughout their pregnancy, with parenting and life

skills while sharing the love and compassion of Christ.

Pick up a baby bottle from the Mission table in Upper Narthex. Each family should fill up a bottle with

coins, dollar bills or a check (make checks payable to FPC and write Cleveland Care in the “for line”)

throughout the month and then return it back to the church by Sunday, May 17, 2015. Each bottle

will have a ticket in it for a drawing, place your name on the ticket and put it in the big baby bottle on

the Mission table. After church on May 17, 2015, we will draw the winning ticket and someone will

receive a special gift. Help us with this painless way to make a difference in the life of families in

need in White County.

Saturdays at 7:30 PM - Fellowship Hall

Café 3:16 Christian Coffeehouse

Contemporary Christian Music & Worship

BACKPACK BUDDIES

WEEKEND WARRIOR PLUNGE

MAY 2—NOON

LAKE LACEOLA

DROWN HUNGER IN WHITE COUNTY

Join us for a cook-out lunch and take a celebratory “plunge” into Lake Laceola (plunge is optional,

but we sure will have fun.)

Our goal is for at least 300 community members, civic organizations, or groups to pledge $260 for

the next school year (2015-2016). Please consider donating for the 2015-2016 school year and

challenging a friend to do the same. Invite a friend to join us on May 2nd at Lake Laeola.

BUDDIES PROGRAM

White County

7 MAY 2015 THE VIEW from Presbyterian Hill

A team of eight “missionaries” led by Pastor

Andy Chambers spent a week in southwest

Virginia rebuilding part of an old farm house to

make it “safer, warmer, drier” for the woman

who lives there with her dogs and cats. The

group was made up of members and friends of

First Presbyterian Church of Cleveland and

worked under the auspices of the Appalachian

Service Project (ASP) which provided the

project and fed and housed the team. ASP has

been operating since 1969 and has repaired

over 16,000 homes in Kentucky, North

Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West

Virginia. In spite of mostly wet weather the

group of six adults and two young people

removed and replaced a large back porch and

installed a larger, new front door that was

previously unable to be used. All the

participants came home tired but with a spirit

of satisfaction gained from serving others and

learning new skills. They also made a new

friend with someone hundreds of miles away in

a remote “holler” in the poorest county in

Virginia. All eight are ready to go again and

were assured that another trip will be planned.

The church has been doing local projects on a

smaller scale for those that don’t have the

means, either physical or financial, to keep

their homes “safer, warmer, drier”.

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by Bruce Morgan

MAY 2015 THE VIEW from Presbyterian Hill

PRESBYTERIAN MEN

OF FPC

Our next scheduled dinner meeting is Tuesday, May 12th at 6:00 PM. All men are invited to share in

the fellowship. PW will be serving us a wonderful meal. Bible study and our meeting will follow the

meal.

WORSHIP SERVICE & PICNIC

ON STEWART CLARK FIELD OF DREAMS

SUNDAY, MAY 17TH

On Sunday, May 17th our morning worship service will be held on the

Field of Dreams followed by a potluck picnic.

Join us for a time of worship and fellowship. Invite someone to come with you!!!

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9 THE VIEW from Presbyterian Hill MAY 2015

June 7th Scripture & Song Service

We Have a Story to Tell

What's your favorite Bible verse or story? What's your favorite hymn(s)? Who took you to Sunday

School as a child? What are the circumstances that brought you to faith?

If you are willing to share these tid bits of faith during worship, please let Pastor Andy know. We'll sing

and celebrate our faith together!

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First Presbyterian Church 147 N. Main Street

Cleveland, GA 30528 Phone: 706-865-6499

Fax: 706-865-5362 E-mail: info@fpccleveland.org

Website: www.fpccleveland.org

Chairperson & Editor

Bruce Morgan

Publisher

Cookie Mathis

Linda Watkins

Committee Members

Mil Clyburn

Jan Hopkins

Judy Winski

JUNE NEWSLETTER

DEADLINE MAY 20

SHARE THE LORD’S CHURCH HERE

ON PRESBYTERIAN HILL.

INVITE A FRIEND TO WORSHIP

WITH YOU.

Wednesday Menu

Watch for announcements in

the bulletin and emails

for May’s Wednesday

Supper menu.

NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER

THURSDAY, MAY 7—NOON

Community Prayer Service will be held at

Freedom Park at noon on May 7th.

YARD SALE—MAY 1 & 2

YARD SALE ITEMS AND

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Our annual youth fundraiser yard sale will be held on May 1

& 2. The proceeds from the sale will help with expenses

for the youth mission trip this summer.

Your help is needed:

Bring your “stuff” for the sale April 26-April 30

Volunteer to help set up on Thursday, April 30

Spread the word about our Yard Sale.

Thank you for your support.

Happy

Mother’s

Day