April 2018

Adult Ed Page 2 Calendar Page 9 Celebrations Page 8

Children’s Min Page 3 Fellowship Page 6 Finance Page 8

Outreach Page 4 /5 Small Groups Page 6 Youth Page 7

Dear Friends,

I’ve never invested a lot of �me and effort into April Fools trickery. I admit that I am impressed with

the crea�vity of others and do enjoy hearing about some of the gags that others pull on that day and I have

been “go#en” a few �mes by others. Whenever we watch an April Fools prank being played on another, we

wait for the moment when the gag is revealed. When you hear the words, “April Fools,” you know you’ve

been had.

There are numerous accounts concerning how April Fools’ Day actually got started. Some have to do

with the change from the Julian to the Gregorian calendar. Others, cite how spring at �mes “fools” us with

erra�c weather. I suppose it doesn’t really ma#er. What’s wrong with a day dedicated to harmless pranks if

no one is embarrassed or hurt by it? At least you know there is the possibility of being “fooled” when there

is a day set aside for it.

I do find it a bit ironic that this year Easter falls on April 1st. That’s right…Easter is also April Fools’ Day.

Let me share a few thoughts I’ve had about that.

When the first day of the week came around and the women made their way to the tomb, didn’t they

believe someone was playing a trick on them? They went with the inten�on of comple�ng the process

necessary for giving Jesus a proper burial. When they arrived at the tomb, they certainly didn’t find what

they expected to find. They wondered if someone had moved the body. When they thought Jesus was dead

it was as if someone said, “April Fools, He’s not here for he has risen!”

When the religious leaders of the day beat Jesus and nailed him to the cross, they thought they had done

what was necessary to take care of their problem. Here was this guy who was constantly s�rring people up

with an understanding of God that flew in the face of the very things those religious leaders had been

teaching. Here was this radical who ques�oned their authority and caused others to do so as well. Now, he

was dead and in a tomb and their problem was over. “April Fools!” Not only was he alive but now he was

no longer limited by earthly restric�ons. His true work of turning the world upside down had only just

begun.

If we could have looked behind the curtain and had a view at that �me concerning what was going on

in the spiritual realm, I wonder if Satan was holding a victory celebra�on. Sin has won the ba#le and death

would now reign supreme…or so he thought. But then the rumble began. The curtain was ripped apart…the

earth shook…the tomb burst open and Jesus was alive. “April Fools!” The ba#le is over and the victory has

been won. Life has won over death. Righteousness has won over sin. Grace has won over law. Jesus has

done everything necessary to bring all who would believe back into rela�onship with God.

Easter is about the greatest most radical reversal of events that anyone could ever imagine. The One

who was dead is now risen and he lives and reigns as King of kings and Lord of lords. No foolin’!

Together with you in serving the living Savior,

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JOIN AN ADULT EDUCATION CLASS!

On Sundays at 10:00 AM there are a variety of classes open to anyone who is interested.

Bible Class: God is speaking. Do you know how to listen?

Facilitators: Pam Catlin Loca�on: Fellowship A

Many people have a tough �me believing that God s�ll speaks. God spoke to His people in ancient �mes and in

mysterious ways, but how do we hear His voice now? God s�ll communicates with His people, but He o<en

speaks in a whisper—not to make it difficult to hear Him, but to draw us close. In this 4-session series �tled

"Whisper," Mark Ba#erson teaches what it means for Chris�ans to discern the voice of God in their lives. He will

introduce the seven love languages of God—each of them unique and en�rely divine. By learning to tune in and

decipher each language, Mark equips believers to hear God’s guidance and grow closer to Him.

Beginning April 22, please join us in the Bible Class for a new series by Andy Stanley titled "In the

Meantime." Through video and Q &A we will explore what to do in those difficult times of waiting. When there's

nothing we can do. We do not see a way forward and we do not see a way out. Andy Stanley answers the

questions, “What do I do in the meantime?”

Fellowship: "Are We Happy Yet?"

Facilitator: Jeannie Phelps, Loca�on: Fellowship Hall B

This will be a 2 session Biblical study of contentment vs. consumerism. Following that the group will look at "The Goodness of

God" a study wri#en by Jack Hayford, founding pastor of Church on the Way in Van Nuys California and acclaimed Chris�an

author. This study will last approximately 5 weeks

The third study will be Titus: Good Doctrine and Godly Living in which we will examine a le#er from Paul to Titus, his close

friend and protégé. At the �me, Titus was leading a troubled church on the Island of Crete. This study will last about 6 weeks.

Everyone is welcome to come to our class. You will be able to join in immediately and know what is going on, so drop in any�me.

HomeBuilders Class

Facilitator: TBD, Loca�on: Room 100

At the �me of produc�on, next class has not been chosen.

Watch the �dings for details.

Homebuilders is a class that is open to all, interac�ve and

conversa�onal, focused on fostering fellowship and

discipleship in such areas as marriage and family

rela�onships, paren�ng, financial stewardship, and other

parts of our daily walk with God.

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SALT—Single Adults in the Lord Together:

Psalm 119

Facilitator: Donna Frank, Loca�on: Room 101

Even the most mature believers face dark nights of the soul.

During those times, God feels distant, His Word dry, and the

vibrant intimacy we knew before seems absent leaving us

wondering, “Where is the Lord in this?” In Psalm 119, Pastor

Matt Chandler aims to introduce viewers to the words of King

David who experienced similar seasons of life. Psalm 119

demonstrates the power of God’s Word in the lives of believers

and its ability to provide a warm blanket for the soul.

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Mark your calendars NOW!

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2018– Register on our

Website

Monday, June 25–Wednesday, June 27 from 6-8 pm

Each evening elementary kids and preschoolers will experience the Bible

stories, applica�ons, cra<s, games and snacks. The curriculum is en�tled,

Babylon: Daniel’s Courage in Cap�vity.

Our key verse will be Hebrews 13:5, “For God has said, ‘I will never fail you. I will never abandon you.’ “ The main

Bible point is, When Things Change, God is with you. We will focus on the ways God worked in Daniel’s life as he was

cap�ve in a foreign culture, and how Daniel remained faithful to His God.

Programming for other ages: Middle School students will have their own team program during the same �me frame

with interest appropriate ac�vi�es. There will be an adult class, with yet to be announced class foci. Nursery and

preschool classes are also available for children 2.5 and older.

Registra�on fees are: Nursery and preschool- $10; elementary and middle school- $15. The family cap for children

and youth is $30.

Registra�on fees for youth and children include cra<s, yummy snacks and other program materials. There will be no

T-shirts this year by recommenda�on of the Children’s team.

Chris?an Educa?on Leaders Apprecia?on Event on April 15

Do you like to bake? We are recrui�ng bakers and cooks for two tables of yummy

goodies. We’re looking for cookies, coffee cakes, fruit trays, cupcakes, banana bread

OR you can donate juice or punch ingredients. Is your mouth watering yet? Call or

email Nancy in the office to volunteer.

Join us for a unique Chris?an dinner theatre

experience on

Sunday, April 29th

Come learn about the key to life along with our Wednesday Clubs

children, kindergarten through fi1h grade. A delicious spagheR

dinner will be served at 5pm, prepared and served by our

talented Major League (Middle School) youth leaders and parents. Our musical presenta�on will

follow dinner at approximately 6pm. We invite your generous dona�ons, which will help send our

MLY kids to the Great Escape summer camp in June. Look for sign-up forms on the bulle�n boards

in the upstairs and downstairs hallways to reserve your place at the table or email Nancy at

nancyholton@trianglepc.org. Please invite your friends and neighbors to share the message of

God’s grace and love through song and story.

Bible Study will resume April 4

The Book of Luke

Wednesday Nights at 6:00PM (except Ministry Team Night)

Remarkable for its rich detail, precise language, and me�culous research, the Gospel of Luke contains insights into

the life and ministry of Jesus that only a master historian could have uncovered. Dive into this book and feel the

amazement of the people in Luke’s gospel as they encountered firsthand the Messiah of Israel.

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April Food Bank— Pasta

May – Juice Boxes

Food can be placed in the marked bins in the Welcome Center & Narthex. Monetary dona�ons

are collected the 1st Sunday of each month. Food Bank can provide 5 meals with each dollar

donated.

Pop Top Cans & Microwavable Cups Preferred

No Glass Containers

Check out hFp://www.trianglepc.org/tpc-safety-instruc?ons/ for the

link to our safety evacua�on process for the children’s classes in the event

of a fire. The brief video (less than 4 minutes) includes where parents

should meet their children if the building is evacuated, and where the

children and congrega�on would go in case of a tornado warning. You

may access the link through our website by following this route: Ministries

Headshots to benefit TPPK

Could you use a nice picture for your LinkedIn or Facebook profile? Maybe you’d like a portrait for your business

website? Get your headshots taken and help raise funds for Triangle Presbyterian Preschool!!

When: April 25 from 9:30am-12:30pm

Receive 4 digital images with 2 backdrop op�ons (inside and out)

Images delivered via an online gallery within 1 week…………….All for $50 (paid by check or cash)

Sponsored by: Alaina Barth Photography & Mick Schulte

Interested in helping with VBS, either now or later?? We’ll be looking for teachers, decorators, camp counse-

lors/tour guides and more in the months ahead. Adults and senior high students interested in helping as tour guides,

cra< team members, or room decorators should sign the volunteer registra�on list on the sign up board upstairs or in

the Welcome Center or email Nancy at nancyholton@trianglepc.org. There are 3 theme areas and Bible stories. Teach-

ers will be able to select which story they would like to teach.

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Thank You’s

A Baby BoFle fundraising campaign benefiRng

Pregnancy Support Services (PSS) will be held from April 15th to

May 13th (Mother’s Day). Each family will have the opportunity

to pick up a baby bo#le in the Narthex on Sunday, April 15th,

take it home and fill it with silver change. Bills or checks are fine

too! If a receipt is desired, a check must be used. All baby bo#les

are to be returned to the church on or before May 13th.

Dear TPC Family,

Jim and I are touched by the love and support we received in honor of my mother. Thank you for the lovely plant.

Love, Betsy Jones Huber

Dear TPC Family,

Thank you so much for the beautiful potted plant that you sent us in memory of Stan’s mom, Ruby Newbold Wood.

Whenever we look at it, we are reminded of your thoughtfulness and support during this very difficult time for our entire

family. In addition, we also appreciate your cards, notes, phone calls, visits, and prayers following my hip surgery and Stan’s

recuperation from the flu. It has, indeed, been an eventful few months. Thank you again for all your concerns.

Sincerely, Retha and Stan Newbold and Family

Dear TPC Family,

Let me tell you how much I thank you for your prayers and care for me during my knee surgery and recovery. There are

not enough words to express my depth of appreciation and gratitude to each of you. I could feel your love and prayers to

God on my behalf. You touched my heart deeply my dear Christian family and I ask God's blessing on you always.

Mary Louise Grant

Dear TPC Family,

I don't have the vocabulary to adequately express my appreciation to Ray and Diane, all the TPC staff, and the members of

the congregation for all the love, support and concern that has been provided to Bob and to me in the last two years. I thank

you from the bottom of my heart. Friends and family who are not part of the congregation are amazed at all you have done

for us during Bob's journey. You have truly been our family here! The memorial service was beautiful and I thank the

Men's Ensemble for their rendition of one our favorite hymns (It is Well With My Soul). The reception for all attendees at

the memorial service was beautiful - thanks to Diane and all of you who were involved in that. Thank you again and

may God bless you, one and all!

Janie Ward

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Just Older Youth—Thursday, April 12 at 11:30AM

Come out and have lunch with those of us who are… “Just Older Youth” or who enjoy

having lunch with our older members and friends. We normally meet the 2nd Thursday of

the month at the Golden Corral on Hwy 55 at 11:30AM. It’s a wonderful �me of great food

and fellowship topped off with a short devo�on led by one of the Pastors.

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PAT H WAYS G R O U P : A p r i l Ev e n t s !

‘Pathways: a Chris�an journey through life.’ Pathways is a place where anyone is

welcome. Con�nue to look for specific informa�on in the newsle#er and bulle�n.

If there are any ques�ons or you would like to be added to the Pathways email, please contact

Kelley Crabtree kelleycrabtree@nc.rr.com or call the church office at 919-544-2872.

4/2 Volleyball at 6:30PM in the FLC

4/9 Volleyball at 6:30PM in the FLC

4/13 Game night at 7:00PM– watch emails for host

4/15 Volleyball at 1:30PM in the FLC

4/22 Sunday Brunch following late service– Tomato Jake’s

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Caregiver Support Group

This group is currently studying and discussing “The Art of Dying: Living Fully into the Life to Come,” by

Rob Moll. This small group discusses and shares ways to meet the needs of our older loved ones, with

special focus on how to care for parents while providing understanding, support, and fellowship with

each other. The group operates under the small group ground rules of confiden�ality. If you would like

more informa�on, contact Diane Albert at harrydiane@nc.rr.com or 919-949-1375. Upcoming mee�ngs

from 3:00-4:30PM in Room 101:

• April 8 Chapter 10: A Culture of Resurrec�on

• April 22 Chapter 11: Living in Light of Death

• May 6 Special Guest Nancy Ruffner, Professional Advocate, NAVIGATE NC

Save the date: May 6 Why and what do we need to plan? How do we begin? Nancy Ruffner will teach

us how to HAVE THE CONVERSATION about planning, housing op�ons, medical & cogni�ve

considera�ons, and safety. Join us for a thought-provoking workshop that is certain to benefit to you and

those you love. Learn how to maintain your independence and think about what is important to you.

MinistryTeamDinner April11at6:00PM

On the menu is baked potato bar, salad bar, hot dogs and dessert. The cost

is $6 per Middle school and up, and $2 per child with a $20 family cap. Sign

up today on the sign-up board or on-line!

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y MLY— Major League Youth Middle Schoolers hang out every Sunday

night from 4:00-5:30PM at TPC. We al-

Varsity High School

Youth

High Schoolers meet up every Sunday

night from 6:30-8:00PM at TPC. We’d love

for you to come and join in! If you’re

looking to learn some more—stop by our

high school Bible study on Wednesday

nights from 6:30-7:30 PM at the church.

Contact Pastor Jeff for more

info on youth activities.

jeffspainhour@trianglepc.org.

8th Grade Retreat May 4-6

College Retreat May 18-20

The Great Escape 2018 June 10-15

VBS June 25-27

Fun in the Son 2018 July 8-13

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

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6:30-7:30PM

Varsity Bible Study

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3:45-5:30PM MLY

6:15-8PM Varsity

9 10 11

6:00PM Ministry

Team Dinner &

Mee�ngs

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3:45-5:30PM MLY

6:15-8PM Varsity

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17 18

6:30-7:30PM

Varsity Bible Study

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Jr/Sr

Retreat

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Jr/Sr

Retreat

22 Jr/Sr Retreat

3:45-5:30PM MLY

6:15-8PM Varsity

+ rising 8th graders

and parents

23 24 25

6:30-7:30PM

Varsity Bible Study

26 27

6:00-8:00PM

MLY Girls

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3:00 MLY SpagheR

Dinner

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Finan

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1 Jane Cocke

Marcelle Gibble

Carolyn Jerkovich

2 Jennifer Krantz

Jennifer Kirschner

Rex Mercer

3 Jim Salerno

4 Dena Kornegay

5 DoRe Taylor

6 Noah Upchurch

9 Mike Schultz

10 Gail McMillan

15 Horace Grant

Lesley McAdams

16 Eleanor Winfrey

20 Renee Wesson

21 Warren Saunders

22 Rob Martz

23 Jackie MacDougall

Ledda Rosenberger

Caleb Woodall

24 Cheryl Jeanneret

Jen Walker

25 Anton Jerkovich

26 Roger Ailman

Aaron Williamson

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28 David Sco#

Morgan Shadoan

Bert Woodall

29 Logan Benne#

30 Perry Hinkle

18 Grant & Hannah Harvey

Michael & Karis Jackson

19 Ben & Susan Barker

22 Tommy & Jane Cocke

Chuck & Nancy-Ann Po#s

23 Richard & Ledda Rosenberger

28 Will & Emily McAndrew

February Budget Report

Pledges Budget Contribu�ons Expenses Net Gain/Loss

$84,750 $98,334 $82,664 $86,443 -($3,779)

Year to Date

Pledges Budget Contribu�ons Expenses Net Gain/Loss

$169,500 $196,677 $157,332 $189,655 -($32,323)

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3 Stan & Retha Newbold

Roy & Marilynn Whitmore

10 Derek & Emily Purr

Walt & Jennifer Bri#le

Joe & Carol Wi#

13 Ray & Leslie Huml

15 John & Sherene Min

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