Calendar of Events

(See our Monthly Calendar for a complete listing of all the programs and events happening this month).

THIS WEEK AT APC

MONDAY, October 6:

Pictorial Directory photo sessions by appointment beginning at Noon (Mill Creek Room).

TUESDAY, October 7:

Preschool Staff meets at 11:45 a.m. (Library).

Christian Education Committee meets at 7:00 p.m. (Board Room).

Congregational Nominating Committee meets at 8:00 p.m. (Board Room).

WEDNESDAY, October 8:

Men's Bible Study Lunch meets at Noon (Fellowship Hall). Leader: Mike Pulsifer

Emily Thompson Women's Bible Study meets at Noon (Library). Facilitator: Elaine Giese.

Wednesday PLUS meets from 5 to 7 p.m. including Children's Choir (2nd - 5th grades) and Cherub Choir (Kindergarten and 1st grade).

Senior High and Middle School Youth meet at 5:30 p.m. (Parish House).

Handbell Choir rehearses at 7:00 p.m. (Room 104).

THURSDAY, October 9:

Chancel Choir rehearses at 7:30 p.m. (Room 104).

SATURDAY, October 11:

Visitation Ministry Team gathers from 10 a.m. to Noon (Mill Creek Room). (Full details below)

SUNDAY, October 12, 2008

9:00 a.m. - Senior High Sunday School (Board Room)

9:00 a.m. - Adult Christian Education classes

Praise and Lament in the Psalms - Leader: Dr. Ray Van Leeuwen (Mill Creek Room)

The Life and Teachings of Jesus Christ - Leader: Mike Pulsifer (Parlor)

9:00 a.m. - New members' class - Leader: Mike Pulsifer (Parlor)

10:30 a.m. Service of Worship

All children and Middle School youth will be dismissed to attend Sunday School following the Children's Moment

Scripture Lessons: Psalm 51:1-4; 9-17; Luke 11:1-3

Sermon: "How Much More: A Parable on Prayer"

Preacher: Mike Pulsifer, Interim Pastor

Join others at 7:00 p.m. Sunday evenings as we study the Parables as they apply to our complex 21st century. Leader: Sturgis Poorman (Library).

UPCOMING EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES

Annual Nut Sale - Orders need to be to Alice Mack (610-896-6467) or the Church Office by Friday, October 10th. Available items: Cranberry-Almond Granola ($6.25); Dark Chocolate Cranberries ($6.25); Pecan Pieces ($8); Walnut Pieces ($8); Mixed nuts (no peanuts) ($8.50); Cashews (8.75); Pistachios ($7); Apricot Halves ($5.50); Trail Mix ($6.25). Proceeds benefit Presbyterian mission work.

Might "Visitation Ministry" be something God is calling you to participate in? Often when APC members are in the hospital, or living in a life care facility, or confined to their home, a visit can be a real gift to them. If you are feeling led in this direction, please plan to meet with others this Saturday, Ocober 11 from 10 a.m. to Noon (Mill Creek Room). This will be an opportunity to hear from those who are currently visiting members of our church and to ask questions. For more information, contact Deacon Viola Terwiesch at 610-658-2302 or Nan Clarke at 610-649-5468.

Have you worshipped at Ardmore Presbyterian Church enough to be thinking, "This may be the church home to which God is calling me?" If so, please pray about being part of the three-week new members' series to be held Sundays, October 12, 19 and 26 at 9:00 a.m. (Parlor). Over coffee and breakfast goodies we will get to know one another and talk about things such as "What led you to APC?", "Who are Presbyterians?", and "How do we meet and know God today?" To be included please talk to Interim Pastor Mike Pulsifer or contact Joanne Poorman at 610-642-6650, Ext. 15 or at admin@ardmorepres.org.

Plan to participate in the 30th Annual Main Line CROP Walk on Sunday, October 19th at 1:00 p.m. (Suburban Square parking lot). Last year the Main Line CROP Walk raised $8,005 to alleviate hunger worldwide and to provide disaster relief. If you want to be a walker or a sponsor, please contact Alan Abel (610-649-4655) or Ralph Miller (610-642-8359).

Relief Kits for Families in Iraq are needed in the church office by Friday, October 24th. This is a good opportunity to work together as a youth fellowship, Sunday School class, choir, etc. to purchase kit items. Full details in September 15th newsletter.

Young Professionals (20's and 30's, Singles and Married). Come to dinner and a round table discussion about the ways in which an ancient text like the Bible can speak to the contemporary issues of our historical and cultural moment on Sunday, November 2 beginning at 6 p.m. at the home of Nan and Boyd Clarke, 265 Cheswold Lane, Haverford. RSVP to clark5@comcast.net or by phone at 610-649-5468.

"Finding God in the Dark" - A viewing and discussion for adults of the movie "A Simple Plan" (1998) starring Bill Paxton, Bridget Fonda, and Billy Bob Thorton and directed by Sam Raimc. We will meet Sunday, November 2 at 6 p.m. (Fellowship Hall). Leader: Mike Pulisifer.

Join us during the month of November for Fall Vesper Services in the Taize tradition. We will focus on the theme of thanksgiving. We invite you to take time from the busyness of life to join us for 35 minutes of singing, reflection and meditation, prayer, and communion. The first service will be on Wednesday, November 5 at 7:30 p.m. in the Chapel and our final service will be on Thanksgiving Eve.

Ministry of Hospitality - Needed: A few folks who would be willing to be part of a team that would assume responsibility for receptions at the church following funerals of church members. If you would be willing to serve our church family in this way or need more information, please contact Nan Clarke at clarke5@comcast.net or 610-649-5468.

More and more folks are stopping by the Ardmore Community Food Cupboard housed at APC.  All non-perishable goods (pasta, cereal, juice, peanut butter, canned fruites and vegetables, SPAM, stew, etc.) are welcome.  October special needs: Progresso soups, tuna fish and SPAM. Please leave items in the narthex on Sundays or in the church office. Our food cupboard is open to any in the surrounding area who for whatever reason are not able to get through the month on the resources they have. Some folks who come to the food cupboard are referred to us by ElderNet or other social service agencies. 

FITNESS CLASSES AT APC: Fit to Move, for all ages, meets Mondays and Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. (Mill Creek Room); Pilates meets Tuesdays at Noon and Thursdays at 9 a.m. (Mill Creek Room).  Questions? Contact Elizabeth Luff at 610-896-6803.

See our Monthly Calendar for a complete listing of all the programs and events happening this month.