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Sunday evening, October 29, a troop
of 17 UPC friends and members trav-
elled to the famed Hilbert Circle The-
atre in Indianapolis for the season
opening concert of New World
Youth Orchestra. Adam Bodony
conducted George Gershwin’s
guest soloist, our own, Jeeyoon Kim.
We had perfect seats—Main Floor
Center! The concert was wonderful.
Jeeyoon played beautifully and the
orchestra was superb. A good time
was had by all!
Bodony. Below: The star met with her
fans afterward! Sue Lorimer (from left),
Alejandra Haddad, Allen Pease, Jeeyoon
and Miriam Michael.
Christmas Carol
When Christ was born in Bethlehem,
'Twas night, but seemed the noon of day; The stars, whose light Was pure and bright,
Shone with unwavering ray; But one, one glorious star
Guided the Eastern Magi from afar.
Then peace was spread throughout the land; The lion fed beside the tender lamb;
And with the kid, To pasture led,
The spotted leopard fed; In peace, the calf and bear,
The wolf and lamb reposed together there.
As your Minister I would like to wish the entire United Presbyterian Church a
Christmas Season filled with the love and peace that only Christ can bring. May you all have a Merry Christmas
and a blessed New Year.
Haddad Christmas Dinner Once again, the gracious Alejandra and Souheil Haddad will open their home for Christmas Dinner. This
year the festivities take place on Saturday, December 16 at 6 p.m. The Haddad’s ex-
tend their hospitality each year so that friends and members of UPC can come together
to celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ.
They’ve been doing this more than twenty years, thus making the annual Haddad
Christmas Party no less than a Christmas tradition for UPC.
We don’t need to do anything but show up! And eat! And laugh! And sing! And cele-
brate the birth of Christ! It’s an act of love and that’s why it’s such a joyous event.
Don’t miss it! A sign up will be posted in the Narthex. Please mark on the sign-up
sheet if you need a ride and transportation
Page 3 United Presbyterian Church
Youth in Action (and everyone is invited to join)
December 10th, the youth will be working on gifts for their parents and Sunday
school teachers from 11:30a-1p. If you would like to pair up with a child and help all
are welcome to join us.
We still need your support to nurture our youth. We are looking for a person to teach
the teens once a month (most likely the 4th Sunday of the month). Curriculum is pro-
vided but could use some supplements provided by your personal touch. This is a 1-2
hour commitment a month.
We also need someone to help in the nursery. There is an opening the 3rd Sunday of
each month. This is a 2 hour commitment from 9-11am. Also someone to cover the
occasional 5th Sunday as well as substitute when needed. These positions are critical in
creating a calm consistent atmosphere in the nursery.
If you are interested in volunteering or getting involved with UPC youth contact Karen Like ([email protected])
or Melanie Mathis-McBride ([email protected]).
Financial Report
We were deeper in the red as of the end of October. Our expenses for the month were $14,941.17 and our in-
come was only $5,670.35 giving us a net cash flow of negative $9,270.82 for October. Our year to date total was
negative $17,836.15. The long term solution to our continuing financial shortfalls is to increase our membership.
In the meantime, again this year, we must ask for extra donations in December from those who are financially
able to do so.
On a more positive note, the Peacemaking Offering brought in $333. This money is used to support peacemaking
and reconciliation ministries. One fourth is kept here for local ministries.
Don Root
Dec 8 Sookyoung Kim Dec 23 Brenda Wood
Dec 9 Sarah Cochran Dec 26 Salwa Spir
Dec 10 Lance Like Dec 27 Jane and Fred Priest Anniversary
Dec 14 Elaine Weller Dec 28 Patrick & Agatha Nyarko Anniversary
Aline Hamati Haddad
My UPC Family,
Just a note to thank each and every one of you for your support and constant understanding during my brother's illness and my loss. UPC sent lovely flowers for his service. Several sent cards and brightened some of the dark days. Others offered help if I needed anything. Deacons supplied food for his service and some attended. I truly appreciate your condolences and understanding. My feelings are expressed in this Irish saying:
Death leaves a heartache Nothing can heal.
Love leaves us memories No one can steal.
My memories keep him with me until we meet again. My heartfelt thank you, Judie Iverson
We Get Letters!
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Send letters to Reaching U.P. c/o UPC, 1701 E. 2nd, Bloomington, IN 47401 or email [email protected]
Christmas in Heaven I see the countless Christmas trees around the world below,
with tiny lights like heaven’s stars reflecting on the snow.
The sight is so spectacular please wipe away that tear,
For I am spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.
I sent you a special gift, from my heavenly home above.
I sent you each a memory, of my undying love.
After all, love is a gift more precious than pure gold.
It was always more important in stories Jesus told.
Please love and keep each other as my Father said to do.
For I can’t count the blessings or love He has for you.
So have a Merry Christmas and wipe away the tear.
Remember, I am spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.
In Loving Memory of
Entered into the Kingdom of Heaven on December 12, 1999
From her children
Advent at United Presbyterian Church
Sunday, December 3 – First Sunday in Advent
10 a.m. – Worship led by Reverend John Napoli, liturgy by Vera Heitink
Holy Communion served by Reverend John Napoli and the UPC Elders; table prepared by the Deacons
Lighting of the Hope Candle on the Advent Wreath by Vera & Gerrit Heitink
Dr. Sarah Moon Stamey on piano and organ
Congregational Meeting to Elect 2018 Officers followed by Fellowship Hour
Tuesday, December 5 – Advent Devotional
7p.m. – Meditation and Homily led by Reverend John Napoli; Dr. Sarah Stamey on piano
Sunday, December 10 – Second Sunday in Advent – Deacons Sunday
10 a.m. – Worship led by Reverend John Napoli
Lighting of the Peace Candle on the Advent Wreath to be announced
Dr. Sarah Moon Stamey on piano and organ
Tuesday, December 12 – Advent Devotional
7p.m. – Meditation and Homily led by Clerk of Session Don Root; Dr. Sarah Moon Stamey on piano and
organ
Saturday, December 16 – Annual Christmas Party
6 p.m. – Souheil & Alejandra Haddad host a celebration of Christmas at their home, 400 E. Clover Lane
Sunday, December 17 – Third Sunday in Advent
10 a.m. – Worship led by Reverend John Napoli, liturgy by Bob Hammel
Lighting of the Joy Candle on the Advent Wreath by Bob & Julie Hammel
Dr. Sarah Moon Stamey on piano and organ
Wednesday, December 19 – Advent Devotional
7p.m. – Meditation and Homily led by Alejandra Haddad; Sarah Moon Stamey on piano and organ
Sunday, December 24 – Fourth Sunday in Advent & Christmas Eve
10 a.m. – Worship led by Reverend John Napoli,
Lighting of the Love Candle
Lighting of the Christ Candle on the Advent Wreath
Christmas Joy Offering – Sarah Moon Stamey on piano and organ
Sunday, December 31 – Service of Hymns & Carols
10 a.m. – A service of hymns and carols led by Alejandra Haddad
Second Christmas Joy Offering – Dr. Sarah Moon Stamey on piano and organ
Scottish Heritage at UPC
The Scottish Heritage of the Presbyterian Church (USA) was celebrated on November 12 by a special Scot-
tish Heritage worship service at United Presbyterian Church. The consensus of opinion was that it was a
remarkable worship service of honoring and learning supported by wonderful Scottish music.
The service began with a traditional Presbyterian processional led by bagpiper Angus Mar-
tin playing Scotland the Brave followed by the United States of America Flag carried by
Gerrit Jan Heitink, the St. Andrew’s Flag presented by Thomas Brown in historic Scottish
attire, the Christian Flag carried by Patrick Nyarko and the Rampant Lion Flag held by
Linda Brown in historic Scottish dress. Next was the Beadle represented by Logan
McCloud Worden carrying the Holy Bible and then came the Chancel Choir, Elder Alejan-
dra Haddad serving as Liturgist. Reverend John Na-
poli completed the processional wearing a custom
made St. Andrew’s tartan stole.
Reverend Napoli then performed the Kirkin of the Tartans followed
immediately by Blessing of the Tartans. Those presenting tartans
were Linda Brown with Clark tartan for blessing, Tom Brown with
Brown tartan for blessing, Lou Malcomb for Frazier, Duncan, Mal-
comb and MacCallum with MacCallum tartan for blessing, Stepha-
nie McCloud Worden with MacLeod tartan for blessing, Jim
McDonald and his son Douglas with McDonald tartan for blessing
and Miriam Michael with Michael of Appin tartan for blessing.
Linda Brown presented to the congregation a very well received
Scottish Greeting which included explanations of the pageantry be-
ing witnessed and historic notes. She spoke in both Gaelic and Eng-
lish.
Reverend Napoli accepted the donation of the St. Andrew Flag and
the Rampant Lion Flag to United Presbyterian from Tom Brown.
Liturgist Alejandra Haddad then conducted the Call to Worship tak-
en from the Book of Common Order: Church of Scotland. She continued with a traditional The Call to
Confession, Congregational Dialogue of Confession (from 1637 Scottish Book of Common Prayer) and
Words of Assurance.
The Chancel Choir then performed the anthem O Praise the Lord of Harvest under the direction of Dr. Sa-
rah Moon Stamey. Be Thou My Vison was the opening hymn. The rousing closing hymn was Amazing
Grace with introduction on the bagpipes by Angus Martin and the congregation sing-
ing accompanied by Dr. Stamey on the organ. Angus then played the postlude of An-
drew MacNeill of Colonsay on the bagpipes.
The celebration of our Scottish heritage continued at Fellowship Hour with a pitch-in
lunch that highlighted Scottish culinary traditions including entrees, side dishes and
desserts that had been organized by Lou Malcomb and Linda Brown. A silent looping
slide show of Scottish vistas and points of interest was played in Fellowship Hall dur-
ing lunch and displays of books, maps, military items and other pieces of Scottish his-
Adding greatly to Scottish Herit-
age Sunday was the authentic his-
toric Scottish attire of Tom Brown
(left), Linda Brown and guest art-
ist Angus Martin.
1 2
Monthly Newsletter of United Presbyterian Church, 1701 E. Second Street—Bloomington, IN 47401.
Editor: Andy Hill. Submissions are accepted and welcomed. Please email [email protected].
Weekly Community Uses of UPC Rooms
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
6pm Overeaters
urdays)
of 17 UPC friends and members trav-
elled to the famed Hilbert Circle The-
atre in Indianapolis for the season
opening concert of New World
Youth Orchestra. Adam Bodony
conducted George Gershwin’s
guest soloist, our own, Jeeyoon Kim.
We had perfect seats—Main Floor
Center! The concert was wonderful.
Jeeyoon played beautifully and the
orchestra was superb. A good time
was had by all!
Bodony. Below: The star met with her
fans afterward! Sue Lorimer (from left),
Alejandra Haddad, Allen Pease, Jeeyoon
and Miriam Michael.
Christmas Carol
When Christ was born in Bethlehem,
'Twas night, but seemed the noon of day; The stars, whose light Was pure and bright,
Shone with unwavering ray; But one, one glorious star
Guided the Eastern Magi from afar.
Then peace was spread throughout the land; The lion fed beside the tender lamb;
And with the kid, To pasture led,
The spotted leopard fed; In peace, the calf and bear,
The wolf and lamb reposed together there.
As your Minister I would like to wish the entire United Presbyterian Church a
Christmas Season filled with the love and peace that only Christ can bring. May you all have a Merry Christmas
and a blessed New Year.
Haddad Christmas Dinner Once again, the gracious Alejandra and Souheil Haddad will open their home for Christmas Dinner. This
year the festivities take place on Saturday, December 16 at 6 p.m. The Haddad’s ex-
tend their hospitality each year so that friends and members of UPC can come together
to celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ.
They’ve been doing this more than twenty years, thus making the annual Haddad
Christmas Party no less than a Christmas tradition for UPC.
We don’t need to do anything but show up! And eat! And laugh! And sing! And cele-
brate the birth of Christ! It’s an act of love and that’s why it’s such a joyous event.
Don’t miss it! A sign up will be posted in the Narthex. Please mark on the sign-up
sheet if you need a ride and transportation
Page 3 United Presbyterian Church
Youth in Action (and everyone is invited to join)
December 10th, the youth will be working on gifts for their parents and Sunday
school teachers from 11:30a-1p. If you would like to pair up with a child and help all
are welcome to join us.
We still need your support to nurture our youth. We are looking for a person to teach
the teens once a month (most likely the 4th Sunday of the month). Curriculum is pro-
vided but could use some supplements provided by your personal touch. This is a 1-2
hour commitment a month.
We also need someone to help in the nursery. There is an opening the 3rd Sunday of
each month. This is a 2 hour commitment from 9-11am. Also someone to cover the
occasional 5th Sunday as well as substitute when needed. These positions are critical in
creating a calm consistent atmosphere in the nursery.
If you are interested in volunteering or getting involved with UPC youth contact Karen Like ([email protected])
or Melanie Mathis-McBride ([email protected]).
Financial Report
We were deeper in the red as of the end of October. Our expenses for the month were $14,941.17 and our in-
come was only $5,670.35 giving us a net cash flow of negative $9,270.82 for October. Our year to date total was
negative $17,836.15. The long term solution to our continuing financial shortfalls is to increase our membership.
In the meantime, again this year, we must ask for extra donations in December from those who are financially
able to do so.
On a more positive note, the Peacemaking Offering brought in $333. This money is used to support peacemaking
and reconciliation ministries. One fourth is kept here for local ministries.
Don Root
Dec 8 Sookyoung Kim Dec 23 Brenda Wood
Dec 9 Sarah Cochran Dec 26 Salwa Spir
Dec 10 Lance Like Dec 27 Jane and Fred Priest Anniversary
Dec 14 Elaine Weller Dec 28 Patrick & Agatha Nyarko Anniversary
Aline Hamati Haddad
My UPC Family,
Just a note to thank each and every one of you for your support and constant understanding during my brother's illness and my loss. UPC sent lovely flowers for his service. Several sent cards and brightened some of the dark days. Others offered help if I needed anything. Deacons supplied food for his service and some attended. I truly appreciate your condolences and understanding. My feelings are expressed in this Irish saying:
Death leaves a heartache Nothing can heal.
Love leaves us memories No one can steal.
My memories keep him with me until we meet again. My heartfelt thank you, Judie Iverson
We Get Letters!
Page 4 Newsletter Title
Send letters to Reaching U.P. c/o UPC, 1701 E. 2nd, Bloomington, IN 47401 or email [email protected]
Christmas in Heaven I see the countless Christmas trees around the world below,
with tiny lights like heaven’s stars reflecting on the snow.
The sight is so spectacular please wipe away that tear,
For I am spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.
I sent you a special gift, from my heavenly home above.
I sent you each a memory, of my undying love.
After all, love is a gift more precious than pure gold.
It was always more important in stories Jesus told.
Please love and keep each other as my Father said to do.
For I can’t count the blessings or love He has for you.
So have a Merry Christmas and wipe away the tear.
Remember, I am spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.
In Loving Memory of
Entered into the Kingdom of Heaven on December 12, 1999
From her children
Advent at United Presbyterian Church
Sunday, December 3 – First Sunday in Advent
10 a.m. – Worship led by Reverend John Napoli, liturgy by Vera Heitink
Holy Communion served by Reverend John Napoli and the UPC Elders; table prepared by the Deacons
Lighting of the Hope Candle on the Advent Wreath by Vera & Gerrit Heitink
Dr. Sarah Moon Stamey on piano and organ
Congregational Meeting to Elect 2018 Officers followed by Fellowship Hour
Tuesday, December 5 – Advent Devotional
7p.m. – Meditation and Homily led by Reverend John Napoli; Dr. Sarah Stamey on piano
Sunday, December 10 – Second Sunday in Advent – Deacons Sunday
10 a.m. – Worship led by Reverend John Napoli
Lighting of the Peace Candle on the Advent Wreath to be announced
Dr. Sarah Moon Stamey on piano and organ
Tuesday, December 12 – Advent Devotional
7p.m. – Meditation and Homily led by Clerk of Session Don Root; Dr. Sarah Moon Stamey on piano and
organ
Saturday, December 16 – Annual Christmas Party
6 p.m. – Souheil & Alejandra Haddad host a celebration of Christmas at their home, 400 E. Clover Lane
Sunday, December 17 – Third Sunday in Advent
10 a.m. – Worship led by Reverend John Napoli, liturgy by Bob Hammel
Lighting of the Joy Candle on the Advent Wreath by Bob & Julie Hammel
Dr. Sarah Moon Stamey on piano and organ
Wednesday, December 19 – Advent Devotional
7p.m. – Meditation and Homily led by Alejandra Haddad; Sarah Moon Stamey on piano and organ
Sunday, December 24 – Fourth Sunday in Advent & Christmas Eve
10 a.m. – Worship led by Reverend John Napoli,
Lighting of the Love Candle
Lighting of the Christ Candle on the Advent Wreath
Christmas Joy Offering – Sarah Moon Stamey on piano and organ
Sunday, December 31 – Service of Hymns & Carols
10 a.m. – A service of hymns and carols led by Alejandra Haddad
Second Christmas Joy Offering – Dr. Sarah Moon Stamey on piano and organ
Scottish Heritage at UPC
The Scottish Heritage of the Presbyterian Church (USA) was celebrated on November 12 by a special Scot-
tish Heritage worship service at United Presbyterian Church. The consensus of opinion was that it was a
remarkable worship service of honoring and learning supported by wonderful Scottish music.
The service began with a traditional Presbyterian processional led by bagpiper Angus Mar-
tin playing Scotland the Brave followed by the United States of America Flag carried by
Gerrit Jan Heitink, the St. Andrew’s Flag presented by Thomas Brown in historic Scottish
attire, the Christian Flag carried by Patrick Nyarko and the Rampant Lion Flag held by
Linda Brown in historic Scottish dress. Next was the Beadle represented by Logan
McCloud Worden carrying the Holy Bible and then came the Chancel Choir, Elder Alejan-
dra Haddad serving as Liturgist. Reverend John Na-
poli completed the processional wearing a custom
made St. Andrew’s tartan stole.
Reverend Napoli then performed the Kirkin of the Tartans followed
immediately by Blessing of the Tartans. Those presenting tartans
were Linda Brown with Clark tartan for blessing, Tom Brown with
Brown tartan for blessing, Lou Malcomb for Frazier, Duncan, Mal-
comb and MacCallum with MacCallum tartan for blessing, Stepha-
nie McCloud Worden with MacLeod tartan for blessing, Jim
McDonald and his son Douglas with McDonald tartan for blessing
and Miriam Michael with Michael of Appin tartan for blessing.
Linda Brown presented to the congregation a very well received
Scottish Greeting which included explanations of the pageantry be-
ing witnessed and historic notes. She spoke in both Gaelic and Eng-
lish.
Reverend Napoli accepted the donation of the St. Andrew Flag and
the Rampant Lion Flag to United Presbyterian from Tom Brown.
Liturgist Alejandra Haddad then conducted the Call to Worship tak-
en from the Book of Common Order: Church of Scotland. She continued with a traditional The Call to
Confession, Congregational Dialogue of Confession (from 1637 Scottish Book of Common Prayer) and
Words of Assurance.
The Chancel Choir then performed the anthem O Praise the Lord of Harvest under the direction of Dr. Sa-
rah Moon Stamey. Be Thou My Vison was the opening hymn. The rousing closing hymn was Amazing
Grace with introduction on the bagpipes by Angus Martin and the congregation sing-
ing accompanied by Dr. Stamey on the organ. Angus then played the postlude of An-
drew MacNeill of Colonsay on the bagpipes.
The celebration of our Scottish heritage continued at Fellowship Hour with a pitch-in
lunch that highlighted Scottish culinary traditions including entrees, side dishes and
desserts that had been organized by Lou Malcomb and Linda Brown. A silent looping
slide show of Scottish vistas and points of interest was played in Fellowship Hall dur-
ing lunch and displays of books, maps, military items and other pieces of Scottish his-
Adding greatly to Scottish Herit-
age Sunday was the authentic his-
toric Scottish attire of Tom Brown
(left), Linda Brown and guest art-
ist Angus Martin.
1 2
Monthly Newsletter of United Presbyterian Church, 1701 E. Second Street—Bloomington, IN 47401.
Editor: Andy Hill. Submissions are accepted and welcomed. Please email [email protected].
Weekly Community Uses of UPC Rooms
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
6pm Overeaters
urdays)