New Castle Presbyterian Church April 2024 Newsletter |
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR AND JOIN US IN-PERSON FOR: Hybrid Worship Every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, April 14 - Guest Preacher Beth Goss - Presbyterian Disaster Assistance Sunday, April 21 - Community Open Mic Night at 6:30pm Sunday, April 28 - Delaware Women's Chorus at 3pm Sunday, April 29 - Men's Group @ The Legend at 7pm |
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SUNDAY MORNING LEADERSHIP We are in need of ushers and worship leaders this month!
Take a moment to sign up today. We’re in need of volunteers for First Sunday coffee hours. Sign up in the Fellowship Hall! |
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BIBLE STUDY WITH THE PASTOR Gather on Wednesdays at 2 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall with Pastor Miriam for a weekly Bible Study. We'll read and discuss the upcoming Sunday's Scripture passages. No need to RSVP; come and join the conversation! |
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MUSIC TO MOVE YOU The Delaware Women’s Chorus, under the direction of Joanne Ward is thrilled to be invited back to New Castle Presbyterian Church, one of our favorite places to sing. DWC will present a choral program entitled “Songs for a Better World” on Sunday, April 28th at 3:00 pm. This program of thought provoking music will feature a wide variety of musical styles as we perform compositions which offer hope, wonder, and determination. |
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We are excited to present the premier of the choral version of “The Road Not Taken” by composer, Michael Larkin, as well music by women composers Gwyneth Walker, Sarah Quartel, Eleanor Daley and others. |
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CHRISTIAN EDUCATION COMMITTEE |
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NCPC EASTER FAIR What a wonderful Easter Sunday we had together! It was such a blessing to have so many amazing young people singing and worshiping with us. The children did a fantastic job. The children had so much fun during the Easter Fair; thank you to everyone who filled up eggs for our
eggsellent hunt. Christ is risen! Alleluia! |
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SUNDAY SCHOOL & NURSERY -
UPCOMING TRAINING FOR VOLUNTEERS Sunday School continues through June 9, but Nursery care will continue through the summer. We are planning a spring training for new and experienced volunteers. If you're interested, please contact: For Sunday School: Melissa Boris & Stephanie Foltz For Nursery: Molly Shaw |
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CONGREGATIONAL LIFE COMMITTEE |
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NCPC MEN'S GROUP NCPC is starting up a fellowship group for. men to grow in their Christian faith and also be encouraged as they juggle work, family and community responsibilities, and so much more. So come be a part of a new thing!
Meet at The Legend for food/ beverages on Monday, April 29 at 7 p.m.
RSVP to Steven Foltz. |
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NEW MEMBERS GATHERING Anyone considering joining NCPC - or- liking what they observe and wanting to learn more is encouraged to meet other newbies after Coffee Hour on Sunday, May 5. Join members of the Congregational Life committee in the CE Building around noon.
More details to come in upcoming Sunday bulletins! |
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YOUNG-ISH WOMEN'S GATHERING Our fellowship group for women between the ages of ~25 and 50 will gather next on Sunday, May 5 from 12-2pm. Let Pastor Miriam know if you're able to attend or would like to be included on the list for future gatherings. Childcare will be available! |
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PRIDE WEEKEND IN NEW CASTLE Mark your Calendars for some exciting events to celebrate Pride Month in New Castle! On Saturday, June 29, a Drag Queen Brunch will be offered at Cabernet Candles at 410 Delaware Street. (time TBA) New Castle Presbyterian will host a creative event of spoken-word, visual art and music featuring artist Phoenix from Riverfront Ministries and pianist-extraordinarie Michael Hunter. This will be followed by a reception in the CE Building. The evening will conclude with Drag Queen Bingo at 7 PM. Venue TBA.
If you'd like to be a part of planning these events, contact Phee Price at pheeprice@gmail.com |
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Guatemala Steering Committee Update from Candy Dunson After enjoying four years and an unforgettable trip to Guatemala, I am stepping down from my role with the Guatemala Steering Committee, which plans the budgets, priorities, projects and liaisons between Presbytery, CEDEPCA, and the MAAM Association of Christian Women. |
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My decision was made easier by Amy Selheimer, who has agreed to step into the position on the Steering Committee, continuing our congregations active mission involvement with Guatemala. I'll stay involved but am happy knowing that Amy's enthusiasm for the project will continue our present involvement and move us into the future. Thank you for the opportunity to be a part of this worthwhile and enlightening project for so long. - Candy Dunson |
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ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING The PCUSA's One Great Hour of Sharing offering supports our ministries of resurrection hope: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, Presbyterian Hunger Program, and the Self-Development of People Grants. Thank you to everyone who made a contribution through our fish banks and envelopes on Easter! There's still time to give online at: https://specialofferings.pcusa.org/offering/oghs/ |
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MEALS ON WHEELS One week each month, NCPC volunteers deliver meals to our homebound neighbors. The route takes about 60-75 minutes and covers just the New Castle area. We are looking for a few additional volunteers to deliver meals one day a month or on a substitute basis. Please give this volunteer opportunity your prayerful consideration; together, we get to do Christ's work of feeding and visiting our homebound neighbors. If you want more information, please contact me at 302-328-7346 or email me at suzieflook@hotmail.com. Thank you! - Susan Flook, Meals on Wheels Coordinator. | | |
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GIFTS OF LOVE In Romans 12:13, Paul urges us to "Share with God's people who are in need”. So far in 2024, we have contributed $2,400.00 to the St. Vincent DePaul Society at St. Peter’s church in support of our mutual efforts to assist our New Castle neighbors in need. This donation will go a long way to help relieve the staggering need that is expressed almost daily. We get calls from people having to choose whether to pay the rent or medical bills or car repairs or utility bills. If you can pay yours without having to choose, you are very blessed. Your contributions will absolutely bless others. We also donate food items for the St Peter’s food pantry. The pantry is experiencing an abundance of tuna, peanut butter and dry cereals but not so much mayonnaise, jelly, and powdered milk. So, while all items are appreciated, mayonnaise, jelly and powdered milk are really needed at this time. Thank you NCPC for being such good neighbors. To God be the glory! |
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EPIPHANY HOUSE DINNER SIGN-UP Epiphany House (722 N Union St.) is one of Friendship House's transitional homes for women. NCPC provides a dinner on the second Thursday each month. Two volunteers are asked to arrive with food at 5 and plan to stay for the meal. Dinner is over by 6, and residents clean up! For meal inspiration and dates, the sign up sheet is in the Fellowship Hall. Contact Scott Selheimer with any questions. |
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DEACONS NEWS & MEMBER UPDATES |
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BROWNIES FOR EDR Emmanuel Dining Room serves over 550 meals per day at their three locations in Wilmington. NCPC volunteers (often Cynthia, Steve, and Miranda!) cook a nutritious meal on the 7th of every month. Brownies help to make it a joyful feast. Bake a box or two, store the brownies in a sealed container (wrap in foil, seal in a ziploc bag), and drop them off to our kitchen. If baking in advance, place them in a freezer.
Current call for brownies is April 5; boxes are available in the CE Building! |
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KITCHEN SUPPLIES - COFFEE HOUR Gluten free and vegan options are now available at Coffee hours. These food selections are stored in the lower cabinet near the sink. There will be a variety of baked goods, cookies, and salty items that fit the guidelines. If you are in charge of coffee hour, please remember to put out a plate for our members who have dietary restrictions and/or want other food choices. There is a label to put near the food. |
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