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Farragut Presbyterian Church Knoxville, Tennessee

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Praising God Serving Others Growing in Faith

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A Word from our Pastor Reverend Matt Nieman

Extending the Hand of Friendship Recently, our own Darrell Akins lent me a copy of a book titled The Other Fellow May Be Right: The Civility of Howard Baker by William H. Haltom, Jr. In the book, the former senator from Tennessee is lifted up by the author as a practitioner of the “art of strategic civility that brought adversaries together, finding agreement often to their surprise.” In 1998, fourteen years after he retired from the United States Senate, Baker returned to the Capitol to give a speech in the Leader’s Lecture Series, titled “On Herding Cats.” In his remarks, he touched on the topics of civility and bipartisanship. “What really makes the Senate work—as our heroes knew profoundly—is an understanding of human nature, an appreciation of the hearts, as well as the minds, the frailties as well as the strengths, of one’s colleagues and constituents. “Very often in the course of my eighteen years in the Senate, and especially in the last eight years as Republican leader and then majority leader, I found myself engaged in fire-breathing, passionate debate with my fellow senators over the great issues of the times…But no sooner had the final word been spoken and the last vote taken than I would walk to the desk of my recent antagonist, extend the hand of friendship, and solicit his support on the next day’s issue. “People must think we’re crazy when we do that. Or perhaps they think our debates are fraudulent to begin with, if we could put our passion aside so quickly and embrace our adversaries so readily. But we aren’t crazy and we aren’t frauds. This ritual is as natural as breathing hard in the Senate, and it is as important as anything that happens in Washington or in the country we serve.”

The thought of extending the hand of friendship to adversaries today—in politics, on social issues, even in the church—might seem even crazier than it did in 1998. We are so divided that differences of belief on many issues unfortunately keep us apart. Committing ourselves to crossing lines of division with gestures as simple as a handshake and a smile might tone down the volume of the debate and eliminate some of the venom often displayed between those of varying and deeply held beliefs.

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“Therefore welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God.” Romans 15:7

It is an honor to have people visit our church. As a loving congregation, we should do our best to make them feel welcome. For many of us, it has been a long time since we have visited a church, and we may not remember how intimidating it can be. Here are a few helpful tips that can leave a visitor with a favorable impression of FPC’s hospitality. 1. Smile, offer your hand, and introduce yourself. Don't put the pressure on the visitors to introduce themselves and make the first contact. Visitors should be comfortable to relax and to sit back if they want to, or to have conversations and make friends if they're interested. 2. Complete the friendship pad, and hand it to the visitors, if they have not already signed it. This lets them know your name, and provides a reference so that the New Member Development Committee can follow-up with the visitors. 3. Many first-time visitors will want to leave immediately after the service, as they do not know anyone and do not want to stand around by themselves. Let them know that refreshments are offered after the service, and that you would be happy to introduce them to Reverend Matt and some other people, if they are interested. Remember - first impressions really do matter. Let’s make sure our visitors know that they are welcome!

There is wisdom and usefulness in the second chapter of the apostle Paul’s letter to the Philippians: “Make my joy complete,” he commands them, “by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and purpose. Do nothing out of vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves.” We may never reach a state of likeminded-ness, but extending a hand of friendship or similar gesture gets us on the road to being one in spirit and purpose. And as we join in our common call to share Good News this Easter season, that’s at least half the battle.

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Stephen Ministers: Unsung Heroes “Loving others in Jesus’ name is a challenge and an opportunity for all God’s children. Likewise, the joy of helping others is the privilege of all Christians, for the Holy Spirit has given gifts to each Christian to use in service to others and to build up the church.”

1 Corinthians 12:7-11 Stephen Ministry is truly ministry - that is, service to others, caring for others in Jesus’ name, doing the work that God has both called and gifted his children to do. Stephen Ministers commit to two years of service, beginning with 50 hours of training. However, many of our Stephen Ministers have been providing Christian caregiving for many years. For more detailed information about the program, see http://www.fpctn.org/stephen-ministry/. Much overdue thanks to the following members who have served, or continue to serve: Matt Nieman (leader) Deena Ramey, Sharon Koch, Cheri Crockett, Jack Crockett (leaders, class of 2004) Becky Thomason (leader, class of 2006) Beth Martin (leader, class of 2017) Faye Greenlaw, Ken Ladrach, Liz Preston, Joanie Scheuer (class of 2004) Irma McGuffey, Gale Montgomery, John Montgomery (class of 2005) Jo McElhaney, Lucy Fleming, Pam Bradshaw, Donna Plumlee (class of 2006) Patricia Watson (class of 2007) Laura McFee-Adams (class of 2008) Lewis Linhart, Chris Patterson (class of 2010)

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Holly Gary graduates from UT in May with her master’s (MA) in French. She leaves in August to work at a university in France where she will teach English for the next academic year. She will be living in Lille in northern France near the Belgian border.

Paul Gary graduates from MTSU in May with a BA in theater. He will work this summer at The Prizery Theater in Virginia where he will be “The Baker” in Into the Woods and in Addams Family as “Uncle Fester”. In August he begins work with the Florida Repertory Theater. He will be “The Giver” in a brand new production based on the famous book. That show travels to schools, but he will audition for main stage shows as well.

Lauren Gentry completed her BS degree in Human Ecology, Food, and Nutrition from Tennessee Tech University in December 2016. She is currently applying for internships to become a Registered Dietician.

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May2017Collin Greaser will graduate this May from the FUTURE Program at

University of Tennessee. The FUTURE Program is a selective 2-year postsecondary education program for students with intellectual and developmental challenges. Participation in this life skills program allows highly motivated young adults to continue their education beyond high school and increases opportunities for employment and independence. Collin is currently employed at Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt in Brookview Town Centre and hopes to continue working in the retail field.

Hayes Griffin is graduating in May 2017 from Duke University with Bachelor Degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Economics. He has accepted an Associate Design Engineering position with Pratt and Whitney in Middletown, CT.

Michael Christopher Henry graduated in December 2016 from The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga with a Master of Business Administration, Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics and Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Leadership. He is a Strategic Data Analyst with The Johnson Group in Chattanooga.

Justin Lomax is graduating in May 2017 from the University of Alabama with a BS in Biology, and minor in Spanish. He will be attending UT Medical School in Memphis in the late summer.

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Deacon Manning is graduating in May 2017 with a Bachelor of Science degree from The University of Tennessee in Supply Chain Management, a BS in Finance, and a minor in International Business. Deacon will be moving to Chicago, IL, to work as a Replenishment Planner for Ace Hardware Corporation.

Bailey Thode is graduating from the University of Kentucky in May 2017 with a Bachelor of Science in Education – Kinesiology. Bailey will be moving to Nashville to begin the Physician Assistant program at Trevecca Nazarene University.

Samantha White is graduating from North Carolina State University in May 2017 with a Masters of Science in Mechanical Engineering. She plans to return to East Tennessee and find a job.

Graham Wright is graduating in May 2017 with a Bachelors of Science in the College of Arts and Science Honors College, Neuroscience Major, at the University of Vermont, Burlington, VT.

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“And he said to them, “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest.” Luke 10:2

OneGreatHourofSharing–Thankyouforyourgenerosity!

We support our Presbyterian Missions year-round through four PC (USA) Special Offerings. These 4 church-wide special offerings play an important role in defining what it means to be a

connectional church in the twenty-first century, bringing together the diversity of the PC (USA). The first of the four offerings was: One Great hour of Sharing held on April 9, Palm Sunday. The collection exceeded $1700, which will be shared amongst three PC (USA) Missions: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, Presbyterian Hunger Program and Self Development of People. Thank you!.

GIVINGCATALOGSarehere...

“Itismoreblessedtogivethantoreceive.”(Acts20:35)The 2016-1017 Presbyterian Mission Catalog pictures gifts that show the work prayerfully carried out by ministries of the Presbyterian Mission Agency. The purchase and distribution of animals, the building of wells to provide life-giving clean water to entire

communities, and ministries to youth and young adults are among the many ways your gift is filling a need, making an impact, and providing hope here in the United States and around the globe. Your donation through the GIVING CATALOG is only one of the many ways you can make a life-changing difference. Donate a cow, a family of chickens, jerry cans or water filters. Spread the word with family and friends and pick up your copy of the GIVING CATALOG in the Narthex. God is at work in the world, and this is one way for us to join in!

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Another Month . . . Another Team of Volunteers at VMC Every month FPC prepares and serves a lunch for 40-60 homeless men and women at the Volunteer Ministry Center in downtown Knoxville. We are always looking for new volunteers to participate in this hands-on outreach as a coordinator to plan the meal or team members to help with preparation and serving. There is always

someone willing to drive downtown so transportation is not an issue. Volunteers leave from FPC at 10:30 a.m. and return by 1:00 p.m.

Sign-up sheets are in the Narthex for our upcoming luncheon assignment at VMC. Terry Olberding is the coordinator for Monday, May 22. You can contact Terry at robtterryo@yahoo.com.

We need coordinators for our July – December dates so check your calendar! If you are not familiar with how all this works, sign up to tag along on one of these adventures and perhaps you will want to volunteer as a coordinator! If you have specific questions, please do not hesitate to contact Dee Robinson at krobinson001@charter.net or 675-5864.

Monday, May 22 – Coordinator: Terry Olberding Friday, June 23 – Coordinator: Nancy Wentz Tuesday, July 25 Tuesday, October 24 Monday, August 21 Monday, November 20 Friday, September 22 Tuesday, December 19

Thanks to MaryAnne and her March crew! Left to right: Gloria Purjet, Bron Lewis,

Jean Peretz, Tony Aaron, MaryAnne and Wayne Walls.

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May2017Our next support hosting week is

May 28-June 4, and because of summer vacations, we will be asking for volunteers to help prepare and drop off food at Westside on the evenings we host dinner. There are usually 15-20 people for dinner, and this number includes volunteers who stay to share dinner with the guests. Diet

restrictions and numbers of adults/children are forwarded to the food preparers the week before the hosting. The families are so appreciative of the home-cooked meals and the easy conversation after a tiring day of searching for jobs and/or homes, school, and chores. Please contact Beth Loyless if you are able to help with food prep. (bethloyless@hotmail.com, 865-657-9644)

There are also opportunities to help with activities for the children this summer during the school vacation and to help with the organization of the two fundraisers – Pasta/Bluegrass Event and the new FP Golf Tournament. Contact Beth or Family Promise of Knoxville. Thank you!

DearFarragutPresbyterianChurch,TheBoardofDirectorsatNewtonChildDevelopmentcenterwouldliketothankyouforyourrecentgiftandawonderfularrayofsuppliestothecenter.Itwaswithgreatjoythatwereceivedcrayons,markers,bibs,diapers,etc.,asweareconstantlyneedingtoreplenishtheseitemsandappreciatesomuchthisthoughtfulgift.Wecontinuetorelyheavilyonthesupportofchurchesandindividualsinordertoprovidequalityaffordablecaretostrugglingfamilies.TheconsistencyandstructurethatNewtongivesthesechildrenhelpsthemthriveinwhatisoftenanunstableandconstantlychangingenvironment.Ifyouareeverinourneighborhoodpleasestopbytoseethesmilingfacesofthosebeingimpactedbyyourgenerosity.Thankyouagain,SueSteeleBoardMember

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Music at FPC

Dr. Angela Batey, Director of Music

Well, another Easter Sunday has come and gone. The Holy Week preceding Easter was complete with the journey to the cross through our Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Vigil services. The glorious resurrection was celebrated and our victory over death through his sacrifice was remembered.

Except, this Easter was a little different for me. Many of you know that my father passed away during this time. As the despair of Good Friday was upon us, Daddy’s health was rapidly declining. And just about the time the Chancel Choir would have been rehearsing the Hallelujah Chorus on Saturday morning, in preparation for the Easter Sunday services, Daddy took his last breath. Mother and I stood by his bedside as he passed peacefully away and won his battle with the cancer that had beset him. I had already sung Amazing Grace to him, but now a new song came into my head, set strikingly by Johannes Brahms in his Ein Deutches Requiem –

Behold, I shew you a mystery; We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed.

In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead

shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed. . . . then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written,

Death is swallowed up in victory. O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory?

Hallelujah, indeed. One of the things Daddy said to me as his health was failing was asking me, “Won’t this mess up Easter at your church?” I was able to tell him that Easter would be just fine. God has placed servants at this church who were able to step in at a moment’s notice. Words can never thank Dr. David Stutzenberger, Brenda Luggie, Jenni Nieman, and our Associate Director of Music, Tami Newsom, who coordinated, managed, and executed it all. Thanks to them and the support of Reverend Nieman, I was able to be with my family during this precious time. I especially want to thank him for making the eight-hour round trip drive to come to Daddy’s service. Having him there was a tremendous comfort.

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May2017Thank you to the very many of you who called, texted, emailed, sent cards, and prayed

for us. The family of FPC is something special and precious. Your continued prayers for my mother, Jane Batey, would be appreciated. Mother and Dad would have been married 58 years in August, and she will be going through a significant transition. Thanks be to God for the life of Billy G. Batey! I will miss him every day.

Calling all men!!

Come join us in rehearsal on Wednesday, May 10 at 7:30 p.m. as we prepare a special anthem to honor the women of our church on Mother’s Day, May 14. No previous experience required and you do not have to know how to read music! Come have a great time of fellowship with us!

UT Contemporary Acappella

This concert features groups from the University of Tennessee:

reVOLution (all-female), VOLume (all-male), UT Singers (co-ed)

Concert events take place within our sanctuary and are offered to our congregation and community at no cost. We hope many of you will invite your friends and neighbors to attend these events and experience the friendliness of Farragut Presbyterian Church!

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Rise Against Hunger’s meal packaging program is a volunteer-based initiative that coordinates the assembly-line packaging of highly nutritious dehydrated meals comprised of rice, soy, vegetables, and 23 essential vitamins and minerals. The

program was created to give dedicated individuals and organizations — from businesses to civic clubs — the opportunity to participate in a hands-on international hunger relief program and to become educated, engaged advocates for the world’s hungry. The events also give volunteers hands-on experience in leadership development, team-building, relationship-building, creative problem-solving, and goal-setting and achievement. We will partner with several area groups including Westminster Presbyterian Church, The Muslim Community Center, and Heska Amuna Synagogue. The program will begin with a meal at the church at noon (serving the food that is being packaged). Since that is Youth Sunday, we will join them as soon as we can get there after worship (the leaders know that we will be late, and that is absolutely fine). We will be packing 35,000 meals!! This will take about 3 hours, but the time is approximate. After every 1000 meals, a gong will sound to indicate we are that much closer to our goal. It is an amazing program, and if you have never participated, you won't want

to miss it! This is open to children and youth, but an adult must be present (this does not have to be a parent, so we can send a few adult volunteers responsible for multiple children). The children will be standing and packing food for several hours, so it is probably not suitable for our youngest friends but would be appropriate for older elementary children and middle school youth.

Katina Sharp Director

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May2017100% Chance of Rain

On April 23, our Children's Choir presented 100% Chance of Rain. With their jazzy music and their spunky dance

moves, this group of young ministers told about the promise that God will love us forever.

Thank you choir for your awesome ministry!

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The MIddle Schoolers Escaped Detention! Last week our Middle School Youth Group was thrown into detention at KeyQuest! They managed to escape by using logic and teamwork. We celebrated with frozen yogurt. The Youth Group is sad to be wishing Chris Kszos goodbye this month after he has faithfully worked with the group (along with Wytze Straasma) for 2 years. Thank you, Chris, for being a part of this great group!

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May 3: Children's Choir performance at Autumn Care Assisted Living

May 21 Youth Sunday May 21 Rise Against Hunger 12:00-3:00 June 5-9: VBS July 19-23 Middle School Montreat September 16-17: 4th/5th Grade Retreat October 6-8: Middle School Fall Retreat

This is a reminder that anyone who will be working as a volunteer with FPC’s Vacation Bible School must have completed a background check through Protect My Ministry. These background checks are done online by registering at www.ministryopportunities.org/farragutpc and should be done as soon as possible. Just follow the directions once you open the site. The registration process takes about 5 minutes and is free to each volunteer.

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Beth Hallman, Director

Our school year is almost over. The time has flown by. It seems like just a few weeks ago I was welcoming people to the new school year! The last day of class is Thursday May 18th. We will finish the year with curriculum themes of summer fun, the beach, and oceans. The Pre-K and fours classes will have their moving up ceremony and presentation of certificates on May 18th. This will be at 1pm in the sanctuary. There will be light refreshments following the ceremony. Everyone is invited. Please join us if you can.

Thank you to everyone for all the tremendous support we have received throughout the year. Your prayers and donations are so greatly appreciated. This program gains strength from all of you.

CEP will be back to school on August 28th. I hope you have a wonderful summer. Beth

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May 11 and 25 8:00 a.m. in the Narthex

Contact John Neighbors for more info

748-6707 or cjneighbors64@gmail.com

ALL MEN ARE INVITED… COME JOIN US!!!

CIRCLE #1 1st Tuesday 10:00 a.m.

CIRCLE #2 2nd Tuesday 10:00 a.m.

CIRCLE #3 2nd Wednesday

10:00 a.m.

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On Monday May 1, 2017 in the Fellowship Hall the annual Spring Men’s Dinner will feature an interesting and timely presentation by Harrison Akins entitled “Western Misconceptions about Islam and Muslim History in the World.”

At FPC our Women’s and Men’s groups contribute much to the life of our

congregation. From bible study, dinners, fundraising, presentations, and outreach,

these two groups nurture the spiritual life of its

participants.

In April, the FPC Presbyterian Women were excited to present Judy DiGregorio. Judy is a speaker, workshop presenter, playwright, and humor columnist. You can find Judy’s books at http://celticcatpublishing.com/judy-digregorio/

The Presbyterian Women host three dinners during the year in April, August, and December. All women are invited; you do not need to be a member of a circle to attend. We hope to see you at our next dinner in August.

WOMEN AND MEN OF

THE CHURCH

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Fun, Food and Fellowship for Fifty and older!

Daytime: Thursday, May 11, 11:30 a.m. Chili’s in Turkey Creek

Evening: Saturday, May 13, 6:00 p.m. Tellico Village Yacht Club

Dessert at the Loyless home

Line Dancing Classes!!! Intermediate Step

Mondays at 6:30 p.m. Fellowship Hall

For questions contact Chuck Stuewe at

966-8295 or stuewechuck@gmail.com

9:00 a.m. in Room A 3:45 p.m. in Fellowship Hall

(Monday thru Thursday) Instructor Michelle Henry shakeyourrumba@gmail.com

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Please join us with your crocheting and knitting skills for a meaningful ministry and good

fellowship!

Tuesday, May 23 2 pm in the Parlor

We have patterns for both crochet

and knitting for full size shawls and pocket prayer squares.

Prayers for Our Church Family Mike Agee, Phill Bradbury, Christine Britt, Carolyn Caldwell, Henry Cardwell, David and Jewell Countiss, Stuart Daw, Billie Fain, Tyrone Gregory, Marge Griffith, Frank and Margo Guess, Mary Linhart, Ron and Jeanette Mann, Fay McMahan, Toby Montgomery, Joel Neely, Deena Ramey, Kathryn Robinson, Dale Rogers, Joanie Scheuer, Steve Tinder, Melody White

For a complete prayer list that includes friends and family, or to join our prayer group, please contact the church office. Military Joshua Meador, Stephen Peterson, Kevin Shelton, Chase Sterling, Mark Wurth Mission Workers Mark Hare and Jenny Bent – Haiti Carlton “Cobbie” and Dessa Palm – Philippines Bereaved The family of Billy Gene Batey, Angie’s dad

Dear Church Family, I want to express my deepest appreciation to you all for keeping my husband Bill in your prayers during his illness. Your prayerful support to us both has meant so much to me. Our family wants to thank you for the food, flowers, and many cards we have received. In Gods Love, The Bullen Family Dear Church Family, Thank you for the prayers, cards, and visits you made for me during my back surgery and recovery. Going through something like that is much easier when you’re supported by such a loving community. I won’t get the official word until later, but I can tell you myself that surgery was successful and I feel better than I had for over a year. Elizabeth Wilson Dear loving church family, There are not enough words to express our heartfelt gratitude for the outpouring of love and support during the past few months of Gordon’s illness and passing. We felt the presence of Christ’s love with every step of this process. With every call, food, visit, card, prayer, and especially the loving care and support for, during, and after his memorial service provided us with comfort and strength. Thank you so much for walking this journey with us. Sincerely, Margaret Pillsbury and Family

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May2017Marilyn L. Williams, 91, of Cedar Falls, formerly of

Knoxville, Tenn., died Monday, April 17, at Western Home Communities South Cottage. She was born Nov. 30, 1925, in Des Moines, daughter of Guy and Clarice Oliver Grimes. She married Luther “Paul” Williams on May 29, 1948, in Des Moines. He died Jan. 22, 1993.

She earned her BS degree in child development from Iowa State University and after teaching nursery school for a brief time, was a mother and homemaker throughout her adult life, Survived by: five daughters, Pam (Jim) Taylor of Cedar Falls, Karen (Bob) Eastman of South Dakota, Betsy (Larry) Smith of Crystal Lake, Ill., Ellen Williams of Doylestown, Pa., and Susan (David) Paulk of St. Simons Island, Ga.; two sons, Jeffrey (Lynette) of Hillsborough, N.C., and Gregory (Deb) of

Atlantic; 15 grandchildren, Ben (Lesley) Taylor, Mike (Jennifer) Taylor, Jon (Erin) Taylor, Molly (Andrew) Gabel, Kyle (Anna) Eastman, Lia Eastman, Emily (Rick) Bernotas, Amanda Bishop, Ellen Smith, Rebecca Paulk, Anna (Michael) Birnbaum, Paul Williams, Alicia Williams, Chris (Nikki) Williams, Amber (Paul) Raak; 19 great-grandchildren; and a brother, Guy (Linda) Grimes of Des Moines. Preceded in death by: a sister, Nancy (Harry) Roch; a grandson, Timothy Eastman; and a granddaughter Katie Paulk.

Memorial services: will be held at a later date in St. Louis, with inurnment in Resurrection Cemetery, St. Louis. Richardson Funeral Service is assisting the family. Memorials: may be directed to the Western Home Communities Foundation or Blair Chapel, in care of Farmers and Merchants State Bank, Attn: Judy McClure, P.O. Box 105, St. Charles, IA 50240. Condolences may be left at www.richardsonfuneralservice.com.

Marilyn was a devoted mother raising seven children and welcoming 17 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren, as well as six sons- and daughters-in-law.

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Adult Bible Study Meets in Room A

Studying from The Present Word, through the exploration of biblical text, adult study groups are invited into a deepened relationship with God. The Present Word engages participants in an experiential style of learning—connecting faith and life. Discussion encourages participants to live out their faith in their individual and congregational activities. Our Spring study will give us a much deeper gratitude for the lives we live – loved by God, through faith in Jesus Christ, and by the sustaining power of the Holy Spirit."

Children and Youth Meet in the Educational Wing

Pre-K and Elementary classes use Whirl, where children practice reading the Bible and discerning what God is saying to them thru a fun DVD enhanced curriculum.

Youth use Connect, a quirky DVD series that launches students into discussions of reading the Bible from a Reformed perspective.

Monday Connection Meets in the Parlor

Jesus, Pope Francis, and a Protestant Walk Into a Bar by Rock and Tammeus

For almost five hundred years, Catholics and Protestants have been standing together on common ground of Christ Jesus while at the same time often backed into corners proclaiming that the other is wrong about what exactly it means to be Christ’s church. This book provides a thoughtful examination of Jesus’ example and legacy, as well as an honest look at the similarities and differences and how we relate to our fellow Christians.

God in America: How Religious Liberty Shaped America

Meets in the Library

For those who know that in America, religion matters, and for those who wish it didn’t matter so much, comes GOD IN AMERICA, a sweeping history of how religious faith has shaped America. This PBS documentary series interweaves documentary footage, historical dramatizations, and interviews with religious historians to explore the historical role of religion in the public life of The United States.

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At its meeting on April 24, the Session:

• Heard from the Christian Education Committee that nearly 30 volunteers have already completed the background checks mandated by the Session in order to work with our children and youth. (Many of these volunteers have agreed to serve at Vacation Bible School this summer.)

• Learned from the Fellowship Committee that the annual summer picnic will be held following the 11:00 service on June 25 and the Back to School Breakfast will be held between services on August 13.

• Was informed that work on detailed cost estimates for potential building improvements are underway. We hope to receive these estimates in the next couple of weeks.

Highlights from the Session Meeting

Financial Report as of March 2017

Actual for

March YTD March YTD March

Budget

Operating Income $44,357 $151,226 $152,608 CEP Income $19,539 $49,557 $49,076

Total Income $63,896 $200,783 $201,684

Operating Expenses $66,014 $152,917 $155,077 CEP Expenses $11,928 $33,383 $36,914

Total Expenses $77, 942 $186,300 $191,991

Total Income less Expenses ($14, 046) $14, 483 $9,693

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5/05 Darrell and Deb Akins 5/08 Mitchell Adams and Laura McFee-Adams 5/10 Tom and Sharon Koch 5/11 Chuck and Mitzi Gentry 5/14 Kirby and Gloria Purjet 5/15 Jim and Jessy Rich 5/19 Fred and Jean Peretz 5/21 Christopher and Lori Patterson 5/24 Todd and Parri Thurman 5/28 Alan and Melody White

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5/01 Janet Tinder 5/05 Connie Rutenber 5/05 Pat Dail 5/05 Bruce Wilson 5/06 Holly Morrell 5/06 Beth Hallman 5/06 Brenda Selecman 5/07 Bea Manske 5/08 Wayne Davis 5/08 Jason Campbell 5/09 Hazel West

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5/09 David Long 5/10 Rachel Hopson 5/10 Carolyn Caldwell 5/11 Ann McAnally 5/12 George White 5/13 Cheri Crockett 5/13 Vaughn Hickman 5/15 Kathryn Robinson 5/17 Paul Gary 5/18 Kevin Wright 5/19 David Bolus

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5/19 Beth Ralph 5/20 Angie Batey 5/21 Dennis Starr 5/23 Liza Wright 5/24 Jeff Gary 5/25 Judith Bradbury 5/25 Diane Lovin 5/25 Matt Marcum 5/26 Ron Mann 5/28 Tony Aaron 5/29 Norma Foriska 5/30 Kaylor Martin

Happy Birthday

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Farragut Presbyterian Church 209 Jamestowne Boulevard Knoxville, TN 37934 Phone: 865-966-9547 Email: office@fpctn.org Website: http://www.fpctn.org

Pastor and Head of Staff ReverendMattNiemanmatt@fpctn.org402-660-2451(callortext) Administrative Staff DawnZillesOfficeAdministratoroffice@fpctn.org865-966-9547 Katina Sharp DirectorofYouthandChildren’sMinistriesKatinasharp@aol.com LoriCorbettBookkeeperbookkeeperfpc@gmail.com Children’s Enrichment Program BethHallmanDirectorbhallman@tds.net865-671-4616 Music Ministry Dr.AngelaBateyDirectorofMusicabatey@utk.eduTamiNewsomAssociateDirectorofMusictnewsom3@utk.edu

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Session Administration David Long Darrell Akins

Christian Education David Stutzenberger

David Key Fellowship Betsy Henderson Susan Harbin

New Member Development Jeff Gary

Terry Olberding Outreach Kirk Morris Betty Nicholls

Pastoral Care Joanie Scheuer

Trish Turner Property Bob Upchurch John Thomason

Worship and Music Laura McFee-Adams

Paul Johnson Clerk of Session Janet Tinder