Dear Peacemakers,
Let’s remember our scriptural journey in July worship. We were challenged by the Apostle Paul to set our minds on the things of the Spirit (Romans 7-8) to live in the freedom of Christ, and then exhorted by Jesus (Gospel of Matthew, chapter 13) to sow, till, and weed God’s garden so that seeds of Gospel might grow in our souls and our community. This week we read Psalm 139 and consider how intimately God knows us and how well God loves us. Please take your bulletins home each week, so you can read the texts for the coming week, not to mention pondering the scripture and affirmation of faith from each Sunday’s worship.
Peace is having our first Vacation Bible (& Music) School this summer. Lightshine will happen August 8-12 for ages 4-5thgrade with youth assisting, 9-12 each day. Then on Sunday the 14that 11:30, our youth will take lead roles in the musical, as directed by Gia, while all the kids sing songs about light of God which guides our steps. A fellowship lunch will follow. Will you help nurture the faith of young ones? Speak to Elizabeth or email back if you are willing assist or be on call in case our numbers grow. Families of Peace, please let us know if your kids are coming.
Next Sunday, the 24th, the Suncoast Bloodmobile will be in the parking lot from 11:00-1:00 for any who would like to give blood.
The following Sunday, the 31st, Mark Shoemaker of the Presbyterian Foundation will lead an adult discussion at 11:30 on planning giving. Do you have a will? Have you ever considered tithing 10% of your estate to the church when you die? Would you like to hear about investment opportunities which benefit both you and the Presbyterian Church?
Our middle and high school youth leave for Montreat and Presbyterian College tomorrow with Pastor Tricia and Chip Schaaff and friends from First Presbyterian, Sarasota. Pray for their spiritual growth.
Peace to all,
Elizabeth
