Evening Bible Group

On Wednesday, November 12 at 7:30 pm, in the Fireplace Room at PACC, we will conclude our survey of the parables of Jesus, finally disclosing “The Greatest Parable of All.”  On Wednesday, December 10 at 7:30 pm, we will gather at the home of Hans Gramm.  Contact Tina Gramm to RSVP and to get directions.  Our new topic will be “Waiting for the Messiah, Part 1:  Old Testament Hope.”  Then, on Wednesday, December 17 at 7:30 pm, we’ll be back in the Fireplace Room at PACC where our topic will be “Waiting for the Messiah, Part 2:  New Testament Fulfillment.”  As always, please bring a Bible, and come with an open mind and heart.  All are welcome.

Faith Formation

November 16, 2014, 9:00-9:45am

Please join us on November 16 from 9:00–9:45 a.m. in the Fellowship room for an informal gathering to discuss faith and faith formation in our lives. This will be an ongoing monthly meeting of people wanting to work together and help each other connect with God and deepen our relationships with God. Any questions, please speak to Mark Tuttle.

Arlington EATS

October 11, 19, and 26, 2014

For the next three Sundays — October 11, 19, and 26 — we’ll be collecting cans of tuna, juice boxes, pancake mix, and canned vegetables for Arlington EATS, a local program that supplements food during weekends and holidays when the school breakfast and lunch that some may depend on to help feed their families is not available.  Please place donations under the table in the narthex in the bin marked Arlington EATS.

The church received the following letter from Arlington EATS thanking us and asking us for our continued support:

Please help PACC support Arlington EATS.

Memorial Sunday

November 2, 2014, 10:00 a.m.

The first Sunday in November is designated as Memorial Sunday at PACC. In our worship service we especially remember those members and friends of the church and those in our extended families who have died in the past year. If there is a name that you would like included in the list printed in the bulletin, please send it to Maria in the office.

Sarah’s Circle

Saturday, October 18, 10:00 a.m.

We will be discussing The Ear of the Heart: An Actress’ Journey from Hollywood to Holy Vows.  Dolores Hart stunned Hollywood in 1963, when after ten highly successful feature films, she chose to enter a contemplative monastery. Now, Mother Dolores gives this fascinating account of her life, with co-author and life-long friend, Richard DeNeut. We need volunteers for goodies and milk/cream for coffee.   All women are invited to come to the Fellowship Room at 10:00 a.m. or, if you would like to meditate prior to the meeting, at 9:30 a.m.

Women’s Guild

Thursday, October 16, 11:30 a.m.

Women’s Guild will meet for fellowship and lunch on Thursday, October 16, 2014 at 11:30 a.m. All women of the church are welcome to attend this group, as they are able. Contact the church office for more information. We look forward to seeing you.

Youth Summer Mission Trip

Sunday, October 12, 2014

Members and youth who went on the youth mission trip to the Adirondacks will sharing our trip experiences during the worship service on Sunday, October 12.  We traveled to Warrensburg, New York, in July where we helped lead a camp for local children, visited at a nursing home, and painted, stacked firewood, cleared a trail, worked in a community garden, and much more. We met residents who shared some of their stories and favorite places with us, and we all gathered for a community barbecue at the end of the week. It was an incredible week of hard work and fun, putting our own needs aside to help others, meeting new people, and thinking about our faith in new ways. We’re looking forward to sharing our trip with the congregation who supported our trip in so many ways—from air mattresses to gas for the van.

PACC-Men to Meet for Dinner

Tuesday, October 7, 2014, 7:30 p.m.

The PACC-Men will meet for dinner at a local restaurant on Tuesday, October 7. Please let the church office know by noon that day if you will be joining us or if you need or can offer a ride.

Blessing of the Animals

Sunday, October 5, 2014, 11:45 a.m.

In honor of St. Francis’ love for all animals, PACC will have a Blessing of the Animals at 11:45, underneath the trees in front. Bring your pet, or bring a picture of your pet if s/he doesn’t tolerate crowds or other animals well. Pastor Bill will offer a special blessing for your pet, and we’ll have biscuits for dogs. Tell your friends and neighbors and invite them to bring their pets!

Volunteer Opportunities

Germaine Lawrence/Youth Villages

Right around the corner from PACC, Germaine Lawrence is a residential program for girls ages 12-18 with serious emotional and behavioral issues.  Ways PACC can help these young neighbors:

• Mentoring: Mentoring opportunities are ongoing and require a 4-6 hour/month time commitment, a 2-hour orientation and a background check. Mentoring is open to women over  25 years old who are good listeners, caring, open-minded, positive and consistent.  There will be an orientation in the fall. Girls who are eligible for mentoring have typically been at GL for at least a few months and are stable enough to participate.
• Other Opportunities: There are also opportunities to supply gifts for the holidays, help in the library on Wednesday mornings, or bring a talent or interest to GL.   A middle school teacher is currently leading a yoga group, someone else has a crochet group, other possibilities are cooking, jewelry-making or another interest. Service Days are also a possibility (a group recently sanded and painted their picnic tables).

Please contact the church office for more information.