On Sunday, our sanctuary was back to our usual atmosphere, but with the hope that we all keep the spirit of Christmas year-round! Thanks again to all those that helped with the transformation.
Thanks to Bonnie Reed for stepping up with special music when 3 Chords and the Truth were not able to perform because of illnesses. The entire congregation enjoyed singing and clapping with her!
Many enjoyed a great pot-luck luncheon as Pastor Pam moderated an efficient annual congregational meeting. An important reminder was given about the importance of each member reimbursing the church for their per-capita. The cost in 2025 is $43.50. Again, we were reminded of the many special gifts so evident in our membership. A unanimous vote agreed to Pastor Pam’s Terms-of-Call. All smooth going forward.
Looking Ahead:
Sunday, February 2 – 9:00am Worship including a celebration of The Lord’s Supper. Assigned elders will assist with distribution of the elements.
A confirmation class is beginning in February! We'll be meeting on the second and fourth Sundays of February, March, and April from 12:30-1:30 and anyone in grades 8-12 is invited to participate. We'll explore the Christian Faith, the Presbyterian Church (USA) denomination, and what it means to be a member of this congregation. Speak with or email Pastor Pam (pastor.pam.osborne@gmail.com) if you'd like to participate or if you're a church member who’s willing to help out by sitting in on a class or by providing lunch for 5-8 people.
Are you curious about membership in the First Presbyterian Church of Stanhope? Please speak with or email Pastor Pam (pastor.pam.osborne@gmail.com).
There is interest in restarting a Supper Club as an opportunity for fellowship and friendship among the congregation. If that sounds like something you would like to be involved with, please speak with Nancy Hoyt.
The Church Secretary, Dylan Jacobson, is present at the church between 9:00am – 12:00pm, Monday – Friday.
Pastor Pam is at the church from 8:30am – 4:30pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays and working remotely on Mondays and Wednesdays. She can be reached at pastor.pam.osborne@gmail.com or by calling the church office.
Should you not be able to attend services, we encourage you to join us online using the Facebook link:
-> Please check Church Phone & Website every week for updates
http://www.fpcstanhope.org/
-> GIVING is greatly needed at this time to pay for on-going expenses. PLEASE CONTINUE in your generous spirit. To give - Go to the Tab "On-Line Giving" on our Website http://www.fpcstanhope.org/ Or MAIL IN Pledges.
If you have a pastoral emergency, leave a message at the church office (973.347.5142)
Other announcements -- of on-going ministry and mission:
Our website fpcstanhope.org has current church information on the life of the church. On-line giving is available – click the tab on the left and follow the directions to a secure website managed by the Presbyterian Foundation.
If you have a prayer request for the prayer chain, then contact Barbara Frank – 973.398.3154 / bschimpf13@hotmail.com
The flowers on Sunday morning are now $15.00 / one arrangement or $25.00 / two arrangements. Please sign up on the flower calendar and fill out a form on the vestibule table. Questions? Call the church office, 973.347.5142
We go to Manna House on the fourth Mondays to help serve the homeless and hungry in the Newton area. If you can help, contact Carol Barry or Lisa Davenport.
PW is knitting blankets for those in need. Contact Carol Barry for guidelines about participating. Knitting or crocheting is required. Carol’s contact info is 973.347.4551 or lakefront70@aol.com
If you buy gift cards from Great Lakes Scrip Program, the church earns money from each card you purchase. The amount you buy is the amount you get to spend. You may buy cards for prominent retailers by writing a check to the church and giving it to Cris Bream or by signing up at www.shopwithscrip.com Our church’s code is FC1C2471398L8
