UPCOMING WORSHIP SCHEDULE

Sunday, February 5, 2012

The Fifth Sunday after Epiphany

9:15 a.m. – Sunday Education Ministry

10:30 a.m. – Traditional Worship Service

“Scout Sunday”

Fellowship Time following worship

Sunday, February 12, 2012

The Sixth Sunday after Epiphany

9:15 a.m. – Sunday Educational Ministry

10:30 a.m. – Traditional Worship Service

Sunday, February 19, 2012

The Seventh Sunday After Epiphany

9:15 a.m. – Sunday Education Ministry

10:30 a.m. – Contemporary Worship Service

“Fat Sunday” Potluck following worship

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Ash Wednesday

Worship @ 12:15 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.

Celebration of the Lord’s Supper

Sunday, February 26, 2012

The First Sunday in Lent

9:15 a.m. – Sunday Education Ministry

10:30 a.m. – Traditional Worship Service

“SOUP &SANDWICH” - 4^TH SATURDAYS

On the 4^th Saturdays, a group of caring Christian folks from the Portage area are organizing and serving a “soup and sandwich” meal at PPC for anyone in the community that would like to come.

If you would be interested in helping out with this meal by serving, set-up, clean-up, etc, please contact the Church Office or just show up on the 4^th Saturday.

The meal is served from 11:30-1:00 in the dining room.

This is another ministry in which PPC is involved with is helping to make a difference in the lives of those around us.

“WED NITE @ PPC” RETURNS IN JANUARY

“Wed Nite @ PPC” is the place to be!!!

If you have not had the chance to experience “Wed Nite @ PPC” you don’t know what you are missing.

A “fellowship meal” is served from 5:30-6:10 p.m. or so. This meal is for anyone who would like to come and share “food, fun and fellowship.”

So, if you are coming for one of the meetings / classes … or you just simply want to come and relax … or if you want to participate in the midweek worship experience – then come and eat! All are welcome!

Beginning around 6:10 p.m. there is a short “informal” worship service in the Sanctuary.

Then all of the different groups are dismissed to go to their respective meetings / classes, which includes some of the following –

* “educational classes” will be offered for elementary age young people (“The Life of Jesus” taught by Pastor Dave) and our “Pre-Confirmation” Class (grades 6 &7) taught by Lee Roundy.

* Handbell Choir rehearsal in the Sanctuary

* Chancel Choir rehearsal in church basement

Whoever says “church only happens on Sunday” obviously has not checked out the “Wed Nite @ PPC.” You’ll be glad you did! And so will we!

LENTEN STUDY – ON TUESDAYS IN FEB

 We will be offering a Lenten study beginning in February on Tuesdays (similar to our Advent study times).

 There will be 2 opportunities for study – 10:00 a.m. & 6:30 p.m.

 Watch the Sunday bulletins for more information.

 We hope to see you here!

 BELLS ARE RINGING

 Come and be a part of the Handbell Choir as they continue their season of ringing.

 Ringers of all ages and skill levels are invited and encouraged to share in this ministry.

 The Handbell Choir meets on Wednesdays @ 4:30 p.m. in Parry Hall.

 Questions? Contact Kathy Hankins @ 742-2752.

“COME & SING” W/ THE CHANCEL CHOIR

 PPC’s Chancel Choir, under the direction of Judy Taylor, is rehearsing and would love to have you be a part of the choir.

 Rehearsals are on Wednesday nights @ 6:45 p.m. in the church dining room.

 If you have questions or would like more information, contact Judy @ 429-3011.

“ACTS” FOR OLDER YOUTH

On the First and Third Wednesdays @ 6:30, the “ A fter C onfirmation T alk (and) S ervice” group will be meeting.

This is a fellowship and study group for those young people who have completed confirmation and would like to have a time for discussion, fun and planning for mission.

You can come for the meal and then move on to the gathering of ACTS. Or just come at 6:30 for ACTS.

We will be meeting on Wednesday, November 2, 16 & 30.

Hope to see you here!

If you have questions, contact Pastor Dave

“CONTEMPORARY” REHEARSALS SET

You are invited to come and “make a joyful noise to the Lord” with the PPC Contemporary Music Group.

We help lead worship on the 3^rd Sundays of the month.

Rehearsals are held on the 2^nd and 4^th Wednesday nights @ 7:30 in the sanctuary.

All are welcome!

If you would like to play an instrument rather than sing, come on along and let’s see what we can do. Questions? Contact Pastor Dave

WED NITE @ PPC “MEAL NEWS”

            On Wednesday evenings @ PPC fellowship abounds!

            25-30 young people and adults come together each week to share a meal, conversation and laughter with our “Wed Nite @ PPC” program.

            And we would like YOU to be a part of this wonderful ministry!

            How can I be involved, you ask?

            Well, you can come, eat and share your time and conversation with others who are here.

            Or you could participate by helping to provide one of the meals. Meals do not have to be elaborate – just edible!

            If you have questions, please contact Pastor Dave.

INTERESTED IN THE PRAYER CHAIN?

The Prayer Chain is an important ministry of the PPC congregation. Members of the Chain offer prayers for those whose names we share on Sunday mornings as well as prayers for those who contact the Chain directly. Prayers are offered by the members at their convenience during the week.

If you would like to be a part of this special ministry or would like more information, please contact a member of the Prayer Chain - Liz Hoversten (617-7338) or Jill Porzel (742-3988).