March 21 2012

March 21, 2012

Sunday March 25th Fifth Sunday in Lent Worship Schedule: 8:30, 9:00, 11:00 A.M. Scripture: John 11:1-44 Sermon: Jesus Wept Steve Hancock Celebration of the Lord’s Supper Hymns: Lift High the Cross When I Survey the Wondrous Cross

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Sunday April 1st Palm/Passion Sunday Worship Schedule: 8:30, 9:00, 11:00 A.M. Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11 Sermon: Palm/Passion Meditations Steve Hancock Celebration of the Lord’s Supper Hymns: All Glory, Laud and Honor Beneath the Cross of Jesus

Second Presbyterian Church Honored by National Guard At the Freedom Salute Ceremony held at Camp Robinson on March 4, 2012, Second Presbyterian Church was presented a bronze statue (approximately 20” in height) of a Concord Minuteman. The wording on the statue reads, “In Appreciation For Your Dedication And Support To The Men and Women Of The Army National Guard Who Serve To Defend Freedom.” Church member Tom Bridgers accepted the award on behalf of the congregation. The award is in recognition of our raising over $10,000 to provide transportation home over Christmas for the local National Guard unit. After two months of training at Fort Hood, Texas, the unit was deployed to for a year. contribution to the Family Oh, what a beautiful morning! Oh, what a Iraq beautiful day!Our After two months worth Support of learning Group of the workdays, unit enabled the the purchase computers lines, lengthy rehearsals and marathon set-painting curtain of goes up on the and satellite equipment, which allows the soldiers to 2012 Youth Musical production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's OKLAHOMA! this weekend. exchange email and have Skype conversations with Like a gusty Oklahoma wind sweeping down the plain, while the youth are ready to knock your their loved ones they are stationed in Iraq. th th socks off with three stellar performances on March 10 at 7:00 PM,effort andcame a matinee The idea9forand our involvement in this from th performance the 11 at 2:00 PM. GeneralaAdmission Tickets are available from youth young couple worshipping at Second. The husband who and wife both in the National Guard. Office and at are members of the cast and crew, in the Narthex afterserve worship, in the Church

the door prior to each performance. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for children 12 & under - Steve Hancock and seniors 65 & older. Reserved Seating tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis and may be purchased by contacting Cathy Hall at [email protected]. Reserved Seats are $15.00. Childcare will be provided during the Sunday 2:00 PM matinee.

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Holy Week and Easter Worship Services Palm/ Passion Sunday, April 1 ♦ 8:30 ♦ 9:00 ♦ 11:00 AM Through word and song, we will follow the events of the last week of Jesus’ life: from triumphant entry into Jerusalem to betrayal to crucifixion. Maundy Thursday April 5 ♦ 7:00 PM Sanctuary The UALR Community Choir in partnership with Second Presbyterian Church will present Handel’s Messiah parts II/III. (see page 2 for more information) Good Friday, April 6 ♦ 7:00 PM ♦ Sanctuary Interwoven into this Tenebrae service of readings and hymns, the congregation will hear, in both text and music, the story of the final days and hours leading up to Jesus' crucifixion. For childcare needs, please contact Shea Pickens, [email protected]. Three Services on Easter Sunday, April 8 ♦ 8:30 ♦ 9:00 ♦ 11:00 AM Easter morning is an occasion of great joy and renewal. The Easter Gospel will be proclaimed, the great Easter hymns will be sung, and the Lord's Supper will be celebrated at all three services.

One Great Hour Offering Easter Sunday, April 8th Since 1949, Presbyterians have joined with millions of other Christians through One Great Hour of Sharing to share God’s love with people experiencing need. Our gifts support ministries of disaster response, refugee assistance and resettlement, and community development that help people find safe refuge, start new lives and work together to strengthen their families and communities. Recognizing that the hope we have in Christ is lived out in our hope for one another, we respond with gifts that help our sisters and brothers around the world find the hope for a brighter future. Where does the money go? The Presbyterian Hunger Program receives 36 percent of undesignated One Great Hour of Sharing gifts, while the Self-Development of People and Presbyterian Disaster Assistance each receive 32 percent.

Easter Morning Catered Breakfast Sunday, April 8, 9:45-10:45 AM, in the Great Hall $6/person; $24 maximum for families of 4 or more Reservations must be made for this meal. Please contact Sharon Hughes, 227-0000 or [email protected] or through the church website, www.secondpreslr.org. Reservations must be made by Sunday April 1st

Easter Lily Order Form In Honor of:

In Memory of:

By:

Easter is a time to remember the special people in our lives – those who have gone from us, and those who are still enriching our lives! Place an Easter lily in the sanctuary in their memory or in their honor. The cost per plant is $11. We will order enough lilies to line the steps up to the pulpit; extra funds will be included in “The One Great Hour of Sharing” offering. Checks may be made out to the church and marked 3 “Lily Fund”. The deadline for ordering lilies to be listed in the bulletin Easter Sunday is Monday, April 2.

Oh What a Beautiful Musical! Oh, What a Beautiful Show!

The seats are empty, the hall is dark, the curtain is drawn and the stage is quiet. But if you listen closely, you can still hear the applause… the laughter... and a familiar melody still echoes inside your head… And what a show it was! Over 600 tickets were sold, with the largest crowd packing the house for the Sunday matinee. A tremendous amount of gratitude and thanks is owed to all the parents who helped in so many ways to make the performances a success (especially in taking the time to transport the actors and actresses to and from the numerous rehearsals over the past few months). Extra special thanks goes to the members of the Over The Hill Gang for their work constructing the fabulous sets that helped to transport us back in time to turn-of-the-century Oklahoma. The youth musical would not have been possible without the enormous contribution of time, energy and talent of many who helped, especially our artistic director, Dena Kimberling, music director Bevan Keating, accompanist Jane Gordon, co-producer Tammy May, prop designer Brenda Mallory, costumer Kelly Ball, character development coach Bill Downs, and Second Presbyterian’s Facilities Manager, David Beach. Thanks for a great show! We’ll see you next year! 4

Fellowship Trip to Crystal Bridges Dates: May 18 and 19 Cost: includes hotel, breakfast, dinner, and a guided tour at the museum $125 per person, single occupancy $ 85 per person, double occupancy Hotel in Bentonville: Simmons Suites; www.simmonssuites.com Dinner Friday Night: River Grille; www.rivergrillesteakhouse.com Plans: Van will leave church parking lot at 2 p.m. on Friday, May 18 (Participants may also drive their own cars and meet the group there) Check into hotel around 5:30 p.m. Dinner at the River Grille at 7:00 p.m. Breakfast at the hotel on Saturday morning 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Walk the trails at the museum on Saturday morning 8:00 a.m. (optional) Check Out/Leave hotel for museum 10:45 a.m. (museum opens at 11) Lunch on your own at 11:00, museum restaurant (open from 11-3) Guided Tour of the museum 1:00 p.m. Leave for Little Rock 3:00 p.m. Reservations must be made by April 15 Special Exhibit: The Louvre and Crystal Bridges will have a partnered presentation at Crystal Bridges beginning May 12 through August 13. The installation will explore the birth of American landscape painting through the works of Thomas Cole and Asher B. Durand. In addition to works by Cole and Durand, the installation will include an earlier painting by Pierre-Antoine Patel the Younger which inspired Cole's work after the artist saw it in Paris. The six paintings in the inaugural installation, titled "American Encounters: Thomas Cole and the Narrative Landscape", include: •Thomas Cole, The Cross in Wilderness, 1845 (Louvre) •Thomas Cole, Landscape with Figures: A Scene from 'The Last of the Mohicans', 1826 (Terra Foundation) •Thomas Cole, The Good Shepherd, 1848 (Crystal Bridges) •Thomas Cole, The Tempest, 1826 (High) •Asher B. Durand, View near Rutland, Vermont, 1837 (High) •Pierre-Antoine Patel the Younger, The Summer, 1699 (Louvre) For more information or to make a reservation contact Karen Akin at the church office, 227-0000 or [email protected].

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On Thursday evening, March 8, Nancy and Warren Boop were honored for their long commitment and support of Presbyterian Village during a celebration at the Arts Center. In addition to all their other commitments at Second and in the community, Warren has served a number of years on the Presbyterian Village Board of Directors. Hundreds of friends, including many from Second, came out on a stormy night to celebrate. Steve Hancock offered words of tribute to Nancy and Warren on behalf of the congregation. The Village also announced that evening the beginning of the Dr. and Mrs. Warren Boop Memory Care Program. The new Memory Care Program will build on The Village’s current services for all their residents. A recent survey at The Village showed that of the 160 residents at that time, 43% had a dementia diagnosis. Although there are no cures for Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, there are a variety of ways to help those with dementia live fuller, less anxious lives. Therapy using light stimulation, aroma, music, plants, pets, and massage will be developed and expanded for all residents. The Village is forming an advisory group including Warren and other professionals in this field to assist them in expanding existing services and creating new ones. The Village expects to care for a growing number of residents with memory issues in coming years, and is also committed to helping prevent or delay those symptoms in other residents. Funds raised at the event at the Arts Center will be used to begin these services. If you wish to honor Warren and Nancy, gifts to the Memory Care Program may be sent to Presbyterian Village Foundation. For more information, please contact David King at The PV Foundation, 225-1615.

Ceremony Held at the Arkansas Arts Center Honoring Nancy and Warren Boop

Officer Appreciation Dinner Tuesday, April 17, 6:00 PM; Great Hall All currently serving and newly elected officers are invited to this special dinner of welcome and appreciation. The festive occasion will be hosted by the Fellowship Ministry. The theme will be “Second Presbyterian SuperPAC.” We will give thanks and appreciation for our “elected officials” whose gifts further the ministry and growth of Second Presbyterian Church. Please e-mail Sharon Hughes ([email protected]) to make reservations for the dinner and Shea Pickens ([email protected]) for Child Care reservations.

New Additions to the Children’s Library at Second Presbyterian Church Downstairs next to the kitchen, a welcoming space comes into view. We invite you to come, see this area and use it. New books are added periodically for checking out (and bringing back) by our families. This collection has board books, picture books, Bible related stories, and some books for older children as well. New additions are ready for checkout. Theses are: 100 Bible Heroes 100 Bible Songs 1.2.3 Church Alligator Alphabet Berenstain Bears: Get Ready for Christmas Boy on the Yellow Bus Crippled lamb David and Goliath Dog Heaven Fall Fall Mixed Up Golden Rule 6

Horton Hatches an Egg I Like Myself It’s a Small World Jacob’s Gift Just in Case You Ever Wonder Let’s Have Seder Mabel and the Tower of Babel Moses Noah and the Ark Octopus Opposites On the Way to Bethlehem

Piano Recital Preschooler’s Bible S Is for Snowman Samson and Delilah Sneetches Story Bible Story of Jesus This Is the Feast Toddler’s Action Bible What is Thanksgiving

Premiering Sunday, April 15 a New Short Term Adult Sunday School Class ”The Ten Commandments” 9:50 am in Room 65/66 If you are expecting an epic movie, you might be a little disappointed. But, if you are looking for an “Epic Sunday School class,” join us for an exploration of the Ten Commandments as both an ancient document and as contemporary guide. We will look at each commandment in its original context and explore the ethical call with ongoing implications that continue to resonate today. This class will be led by Steve Hancock, Jim Hester, Don Wardlaw, and Henry Goodspeed

IT’S COOL

Summer Youth Ministry Intern Search Underway Second Presbyterian Church, an 1,800 member congregation with a strong commitment to youth ministry, excellent lay involvement and support, and a recently built 7,600 square foot youth building seeks a Summer Youth Ministry Intern with enthusiasm, energy, a passion for working with youth, and a desire to help youth grow in faith through fellowship, discipleship and missional service.

Spring classes at LifeQuest’s Adventures in Learning begin April 4.

IN THE FURNACE Attention all 4 year olds- 5th graders… IT’S COOL IN THE FURNACE! You are invited to join the Cherub and Covenant Choir for the musical to be presented on Mother’s Day. We will have tons of fun making music and learning about a few guys who discovered NOTHING is impossible with God! Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, along with their friend Daniel, have some pretty interesting adventures… and you will too! Join us Sunday afternoons beginning March 25 for some musical fun. Contact Mary Ibis for more information, or to sign-up. Children's Choir Schedule 3/25 Covenant and Cherub Bells and Choir, 3:00-4:30 3/30-3/31 Children’s choir lock-in 4/1 Covenant and Cherub Bells and Choir, 3:00-4:30 4/8 No afternoon rehearsals children’s choir and bells 4/22 Cherub and Covenant Ringers, 11:00 service only, COMBINED Choirs afternoon rehearsals, 3:00-4:30 4/29 COMBINED Choirs afternoon rehearsals, 3:00-4:30 5/6 COMBINED Choirs afternoon rehearsals, 3:00-4:30 5/12 Dress Rehearsal for Children’s Choirs musical, 9-11AM 5/13 Musical on Mother’s Day

Join over 500 people of all ages for classes held on Wednesdays and Thursdays during the 8 weeks from April 4 to May 24. Registration fee of $60 covers as many classes as you’d like to take. Call 225-6073 for details, or visit the LifeQuest website at www.lifequestofarkansas.org

June 18 – 21 9:00 – 11:45 Mon - Thurs

Don’t miss this summer’s deep water adventure! Plan now to join us for music, games, art, and more in our Vacation Bible School. Come “jump in” with “Operation Overboard” where we will dive into the water of God’s word and learn what it means to have deep faith! 7

Prospective Members Class, Sunday April 1

Welcome Our New Members Joan is retired as a counselor from UALR Counseling and Career Planning Services. Former church activities include designing church logo, decorating for and cleaning up after church meals and a line dancing class. She currently attends LifeQuest and enjoys movies, reading, writing stories and watercolor painting.

Are you thinking about joining Second Presbyterian Church? In order to help you become acquainted with our church, its history and mission, we have specifically designed a class for prospective and new members taught by our pastors and lay leaders. This class will explore what we believe as Presbyterians as well as opportunities provided at Second Presbyterian Church to live our faith through study, fellowship, and service. The class will be held on Sunday, April 1 at 3:00 PM in Second Hall. Topics for afternoon discussion include: •Introduction to Second Presbyterian Church History and Tour •What Do Presbyterians Believe? An Overview of Essential Beliefs •Getting Connected – Spirituality and Church Membership Dinner will be served at 5:30 PM. for class participants, church staff and members of the church’s Belonging Ministry. Attending the class does not obligate you to join the church. Childcare is available by reservation with [email protected]. Please join us for the class and the dinner. Contact Karen Akin, 227-0000 or [email protected] to register for the class or to get more information.

Joan Crockett

Amy is a stay-at-home mom who is involved with activities at Pulaski Academy where Emma (7) and twins Will and Nate (4) attend. Jeff is a psychiatrist at Arkansas Psychiatric Clinic. They enjoy travel and hiking. Amy & Jeff Palmer Emma, Will and Nate

Tom is in sales with Moon Distributing, and Jenn is an Executive Assistant with Carroll Mortgage Group. Son Spencer is in 3rd Grade at eStem and daughter Miriam is 3 years old. Jenn & Tom Knight Spencer and Miriam

Pam & Steve Bryles Caitlyn Fitzgerald and Ben Bryles

Pam is an administrator at the Psychiatric Research Institute at UAMS and Steve is Deputy Director of the Arkansas Livestock and Poultry Commission. Caitlyn, a UofA Walton Business College graduate, is employed at Hewlett Packard in Conway; she will soon become a housemate to Audrey Ray and Taylor Lovelady. Another daughter, Emily, lives in Fayetteville where she is an RN at the MANA Clinics. Son Ben was confirmed on March 4.

Our Church Organist Adam Savacool will present his Senior Recital on Monday, March 26 at 7:30 pm at Ouachita Baptist University at the McBeth Recital Hall in the Mabee Fine Arts Center. For those of you that may wish to drive, to get to Ouachita Baptist University, take Exit 78 off I 30, then head south on Rt 7 to Arkadelphia. It is about a one hour drive from Little Rock. Or if you prefer, the new church bus will be taking 15 people to hear the recital. Plan A – We will leave the Second Pres. parking lot at 3:30 pm, caravan to Arkadelphia, and have dinner at the Shoreline Restaurant in the DeGray State Park Lodge. Adam will be able to join us from 5:00 to 5:30. After the recital, we will return to Little Rock to the church by 10:45 pm. Plan B - If people are more interested in hearing the recital only, then we will leave the church at 5:45 pm, returning by 10:45 pm. Please call the church office at 227-0000 to make reservations and indicate your interest in Plan A or B. 8

SECOND PRESBYTERIAN DOCUMENTARY FILM SERIES SUNDAYS- APRIL 15, 22, & 29 3:00-5:00 PM; Second Hall POPCORN, DRINKS, AND MOVIES!!!! April 15- “carbon nation”- Facilitator: General (Ret.) Wesley K. Clark Tired of the doom-and-gloom news about climate change? “carbon nation” is an inspirational, optimistic, solutions-based, non-preachy, non-partisan film that shows tackling climate change boosts the economy, increases national & energy security, and promotes health & a clean environment. April 22- “KJB: The Amazing Tale of the Birth of the King James Bible”- Facilitator: Ben Combs This film tells the thrilling true story behind the most important manuscript in history. Acclaimed actor John Rhys-Davies visits landmarks, explains relics and leads the audience back into a darker time to discover this fascinating tale of saints and sinners, power and passion, as the greatest translation of Holy Scripture emerges into a world and culture that would never be quite the same again. April 29- “Food, Inc.” - Facilitator: Rex Enoch (Retired Director of Education, Heifer Project International) “Food, Inc. does for the supermarket what Jaws did for the beach.” The movie is shaking up our perceptions of what we eat. This powerful documentary deconstructing the corporate food industry in America provides facts behind problems like food poisoning, pollution, labor abuse, and rampant hunger….and shows what you can do to help make a difference.

Recycling on a Roll! Has the city of Little Rock been reading the 2nd Presbyterian Newsletter? We’re not sure, but we are in store for some great additions to our recycling program! Starting April 2nd the new recycling carts you received recently will roll out for an easy, convenient method to recycle in a single stream method.

New Single Stream Recycling Finally the days of sorting paper and fibers from other recyclables are over. Single stream recycling means you don’t have to separate any of your recyclable items from each other. All items will go into your cart: paper, plastic, aluminum, and glass. Your recyclables will be picked up every other week on the same day as your trash pickup. Plus, the items accepted have expanded to include aerosol cans, old metal pots and pans, and even gable top containers (orange juice cans!). For more information see the website below: http://www.littlerock.org/citydepartments/publicworks/solidwaste/recycling-on-a-roll.aspx Reuse, Recycle, Reduce. 9

Card Making Party, Tuesday, April 2 2:00 – 5:00 pm Bible Village Art Rom Our Pastoral Care Ministry sends out hundreds of cards each month. Member and craft specialist, Ellen Barner, will lead a card making party to help supply cards for the ministry. Join the group any time between 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. All are welcome, learners as well as those who have made cards before. Spend an hour or all three hours helping us to create homemade creations that will share our care and love with our members who are ill or in treatment or recovering. Please let us know if you are coming so we will have enough materials on hand. Sign up online at www.secondpreslr.org, email [email protected], or call the church office. Childcare is available by reservation with childcare coordinator, [email protected]

11th Annual Pink Hat Day, April 21, 2012 Tours will begin at 10:00 a.m. Registration: 11:00 a.m.

Inviting all Presbyterian Women and Friends to adorn your pink hats and join us for a day of fun, food and fellowship. Lunch is provided. May the best hat win! Reserve your seat at a table today! RSVP by April 1, 2012 (877) 353-6430 or email [email protected]

Second Readers, Wednesday, April 18, 4:00p.m., Room #60 Visitors are welcome to join with Second Readers for a discussion of The Elegance of the Hedgehog by Muriel Barberry. The international bestseller is about ideas, friendship, love, beauty, and the meaning of life. It is both humorous and heartbreaking. The story is told by two narrators: Renee, the concierge at a luxury Paris apartment building and Palome, a 12 year old who lives there with her family. Contact Fayrene Johnson at [email protected] or 663-2733.

Come join the Second Pres Gardeners on Tuesday, April 10 at 1:00 p.m. in the church library for a planning meeting on the spring cleanup and planting. As you may have noticed, the good work of some committed volunteers has paid off and the gardens are looking really great. They still need tender loving care and all that means is a willing heart and some of your time. We have divided the different gardens into teams and you can work on a team that will set the time to work based on everyone's schedule. We are only asking for 1-3 hours a month of your time and the benefits are great - Great fellowship and the knowledge that you can make Second Presbyterian inviting and beautiful at the same time.

We know that learning is enhanced by fun. It’s FUNdamental! Kids gravitate toward what is fun. Effective education taps in to this. “A playful path is the shortest road to happiness.” – author unknown Kids come to camp for fun and in the course of events they learn new skills, selfconfidence, grow friendships and explore what it means to live in harmony with their Creator. Since the camp experience is full of sights, sounds, experiences and fun, it makes an impression on children that lasts a lifetime. Jesus didn’t choose a classroom setting for sharing the Good News. Jesus chose the small group, roundthe-clock, experiential learning model. Jesus conducted camp with his disciples. Children need meaningful mentors beyond their parents. Enthusiastic young adult counselors fill this important role. In our backyard we have one of the best Presbyterian summer camps in the nation. Ferncliff has a national reputation for creative programming, quality staff, creation care, and mission focus. There is a wide variety of camps to choose from throughout the weeks of June and July. Registration has recently opened. Go to www.ferncliff.org and look for a fun week of camp for your kids – or family camp for the whole family. It can make a long lasting, positive impact on their lives. It is a place where faith and fun flourish together.

TELL ME THE STORIES OF SECOND… The foundations of Second Presbyterian church are built on the stories of those who, under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, formed the congregation nearly 130 years ago, and the stories of those who built and developed it under that same guidance. The Heritage Committee has been at work researching and collecting those stories. Did you know that the brother-in-law of our first pastor was later president of the United States? Or that Second may have been the first southern Presbyterian congregation to call a pastor from the north after the Civil War? You may have heard about long-time pastor Hay Watson Smith. What were his connections to Second before he became pastor? Members of the Heritage Committee have been at work for several years finding new information and organizing old records and photos. We would love to show you the results of that effort in the Heritage Room. And if you are interested in our ongoing work, contact Jon Davies at [email protected], or Karen Akin, [email protected].

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Positive Day Sunday, March 25 Second Hall, 5:30 p.m. Second Presbyterian Church has supported people who are HIV positive for over 30 years through the work of our HIV Positive Care Team (previously known as the RAIN Regional Aids Interfaith Network - Care Team). Our HIV Positive Care Team and the Pastoral Care Ministry invite you to attend Positive Day on Sunday, March 25 at 5:30 p.m. in Second Hall. At this event you will: •Meet your fellow church member, our Care Partner, whom you have prayed for every Sunday for many years. •Learn about our Care Team and the wonderful ministry of support they give to our Care Partner. •Listen to others involved with HIV Positive care in our community and learn of their work and service, with time to ask questions. • Purchase a copy of a new book, Our Lives Our Story, written by “Positive” women who are choosing to publicly disclose themselves to fight HIV stigma. Please join us as we learn, celebrate, appreciate and fellowship together with our Care Partner and Care Team.

In Harm’s Way

Zach Bogart, Marti Rouby’s nephew, serving in South Korea Steven Prather, Jason Prather’s brother, deployed to Afghanistan with the Marines. Michael Borchert, nephew of Don & Betsy Borchert, in Afghanistan. Jay Johnson, Audra Jones’ brother, deployed to Afghanistan (this is his 4th deployment) Matthew Powell, grandson of Dorothy Powell, Fort Rucker, AL Ameer Armoto, grandson of Mary Stelzl, back in the states from Afghanistan – at Laughlin AFB Jonathan Johnson, grandson of Helen Scott, nephew of Clarke & Cindy Scott Huisman, Robbins AFB, GA Matt Powell, son of Holly Powell – serving at the Naval Hospital in Portsmouth, VA David Henry, son of Mary Helen & Joe Henry - Hawaii Oscar Pais – back from Iraq Anthony Murtha, Kaye McLeod’s nephew – serving on USS Abraham Lincoln Billy Hamilton, friend of Heather Copeland – returned from Iraq Isaac Arnold, nephew of Sage & Joe Arnold – flying over Afghanistan Austin Clevenger, son of Marsha Clevenger – Ft. Hood, TX

USHER/GREETER VOLUNTEERS ALWAYS APPRECIATED Those who serve as ushers and greeters for our worship service are providing a ministry of hospitality for members and visitors to our church. Along with providing an important leadership role for worship, those who serve as ushers and greeters are also afforded a wonderful opportunity to meet and work alongside other members of the congregation. You may contact the following deacons who serve as usher captains to volunteer as ushers or greeters: April 8:30 AM worship usher captain: Fred VanHook, [email protected] April Nine O’clock worship usher captain: Amy Lloyd, [email protected] April 11:00 AM worship usher captains: Libby Arnold, [email protected] Elizabeth Simpson, [email protected] Our deacons will be happy to hear from you.

March/ April, 2012 Stewpot Cook team 9:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Servers 11:30 a.m.-1:15 p.m. Friday, 3/23, 3/30, 4/6, 4/13 Our House Cook Team, 3:00 p.m. Stewardship delivers and serves 5:30-7:00 Friday, 4/13 Rice Depot Volunteers box and deliver food to senior citizens, 8:30-11:00 a.m. Saturday, 3/24 For more information about Stewpot, contact Eileen Denne at [email protected]. For more information about Rice Depot, contact Mike Tharp at [email protected]. For more information about Our House, contact Linda Humphries at [email protected].

This group exists to serve the needs of those who have a loved one living with Alzheimer’s disease or any other type of dementia. This is an open group and new members are always welcome. Care-giving is an incredibly significant gift you give those you care for, and caregivers need care, too. Please consider joining this group of folks who will share your concerns and joys in care giving. If you have any questions, please contact Karen Akin at 501-227-0000 or email [email protected]. 11

Pastor Rev. Steve Hancock Associate Pastor Dr. Karen K. Akin Associate Pastor Rev. Camille LeBron Powell Parish Associate Dr. Robert Williamson Church Educator Jeannie Ford Interim Youth Director Doug Walters Director of Music and Arts Dr. Bevan Keating Associate Director of Music Mary Ibis Nine O’Clock Music Coordinator Mandy Buzzard Organist Adam Savacool Business Administrator Brian Perry Director of Planned Giving Malinda Kirchner Facilities Manager David Beach Administrative Associates Sage Arnold Nancy Coleman Robin De Rossitte Sharon Hughes Pam Luther Child Care Coordinator Shea Pickens Sextons Berta Serrano Guy Howze Sundays: Worship Services 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM (Communion), 11:00 AM Sunday School: 9:50 Newsletter Articles may be emailed to [email protected] Next deadline: Thursday, March 15 and Thursday, March 29

Bulletin Board Hospitalized *Discharged *Katherine Wyrick, Joan Rorex, *Fay Wardlaw, *Don Borchert, *Judy Glover, Kirby Herron Our Sympathy to Kathy & Lou McAlister on the death of Kathy’s mother. Our sympathy also goes to the family & friends of Ruth Young. Laura & Ken Cook and their family on the death of Laura’s mother, Betty Skinner. Beverly Speck and Ann Burnside and their family on the death of mother & grandmother, Agnes Haynes. Karen and Doug Akin, Sarah and Jordan, on the death of Karen’s father, Nick Kokles. Peyton & Bill Woodyard & family on the death of Peyton’s father, Gary Roberts. Diane Tait on the death of her brother. We Rejoice with Katherine & Charles Wyrick and big brother & sister, Harrison & Helen, on the birth of Silas McSween Wyrick. J. R. and Kathleen Lee and big sister, Matti Rose, on the birth of Chloe Caird. Grandparents are Sam and Beth Highsmith.

Aaron Wenger and Amy Dowell who were married Saturday, March 10 at the Mildred B. Cooper Chapel in Bella Vista, AR. Aaron is the son of Galen and Carolyn Wenger. The Stamp Out Hunger Project: Presbyterian Women have a postage stamp collecting project. The cancelled stamps are sold to a dealer who pays mainly by the pound. The money received is donated to three deserving non-profits: Church World Service, Bread for the World, and Atlanta’s Open Door Community. Tear or cut stamps from your envelopes, leaving at least 1/8 inch of paper on each side. Bring them to the box in the narthex. Campbell Soup Labels Needed. From Goodland Academy, Hugo, Oklahoma: Thank you for collecting Campbell Soup labels. Our goal of 1,500,000 for a new 7-passenger minivan is steadily progressing. Please remove the whole label including the UPC code from your product. Labels are acceptable as long as 51% of the UPC code is intact. Presbyterian Women appreciates your wonderful response to this mission project. Our collection box is in the narthex. We would appreciate your help…..In keeping the church office informed when there is a sickness in your family, when someone is in the hospital, or a death has occurred. Please also keep us updated on the sickness or concern so that the information we have on our Care and Concern line is accurate. Members and friends can call the Care and Concern Line, 227-6117, on weekdays to receive information about prayer concerns in our church family. We will honor all requests for confidentiality, but in order for us to offer pastoral care, we need to be aware of your situation. We also want to know about the joys, accomplishments and achievements of members of the church. Please call Nancy Coleman or Karen Akin in the church office with information, 227-0000, or email [email protected] or [email protected]. Thanks for your help! Heritage Committee Seeks 2nd Pres Memorabilia. Do you have old certificates, bulletins, newsletter, programs, or other documents from earlier days in the history of our church? The Heritage Committee would like to copy such to help fill in some of the gaps in our church records. Please contact Fayrene Johnson, 663-2733 or [email protected]