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Good News March 2021
Lenten Symbols
During the season of Lent we seek to grow deeper in our faith, and we have some won-
derful educational opportunities for all of our church family.
Members of our congregation are reading books for our young disciples and we are
sharing the videos online and via email. Stories we will hear include "The Boy who
Shared His Lunch" and the story of Lent. We will also learn about Easter Sunday in
April. If you are interested in reading a book to our young disciples, please let Karen
Finney know; each of the books come from the children’s library at church This is a
great opportunity for us to teach and learn together!
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Members read Bible stories online See pg. 4 for Lenten Study details
We also invite you to participate in our Lenten Study on the book “Embracing a Life of
Meaning” with author Kathleen Norris. Each Tuesday at noon Elizabeth will do a Face-
book Live and then email the video out to the congregation. Wednesdays at 6:30 pm
we will have a Zoom follow-up discussion on the topic for the week. It will be a time
for us to explore what it means to follow Christ and what our lives mean as believers.
And of course learning isn’t just about books, but it is also about creativity and na-
ture! Mr. Duke will be teaching our youngsters and their families how to make bird-
houses on Sunday, March 14th after church. (You should see him dancing a jig in his in-
struction video.) We look forward to seeing the homes our kids create for God’s beau-
tiful birds.
If you want any more information on any of these programs, please do not hesitate to
contact Elizabeth or the church office.
Blessings on your Lenten journey to draw nearer to Christ.
The World Day of Prayer is Friday, March 5th
Growing in faith as part of a faith community is integral to life with Presbyterian
Women and the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). In addition to Presbyterian worship and
participation in PW, many Presbyterian Women groups and individuals nurture their
faith ecumenically through World Day of Prayer.
World Day of Prayer is a global, ecumenical movement of Chris-
tian women who pray and act for peace and justice. On the first
Friday of March every year, Presbyterian Women join their prayers
and voices with women in more than 170 countries and regions.
Each year, a different country that
participates in World Day of Prayer
serves as host country, writing the
worship materials and compiling re-
sources about their region’s culture,
history and faith traditions to edu-
cate women in other parts of the
world. As women unite in prayer—
asking God to relieve suffering,
bring healing, mend brokenness,
overcome barriers and bring peace,
justice and well-being—they give to
an offering that funds grants for the
host country. Through World Day of
Prayer, women affirm that prayer
and action are inseparable and have
immeasurable influence in the
world.
From the Mission Ministry
The mission ministry collected items to
create snack bags to hand out to those
who come by the church during the week.
Your generous donations have made it
possible to help those in need. Thank you
for your kindness.
We are continuing to collect food on the first Sunday of each
month for the Standing Food Pantries around Jacksonville. The
donation basket will be out and ready for your donations on
March 7. Thanks for helping your neighbors!
MJF
Lenten Study
Join us for our 5-week online hybrid study of the book Embracing a Life of Meaning by
Kathleen Norris. The study is made up of two parts: a short 5 minute video on Tuesdays
at noon on Facebook (with the video emailed out Tuesday afternoon)
and a Zoom discussion at 6:30 pm on Wednesday evenings. The dates
and topics are as follows:
Belief Matters Video: noon 2/23 Group: 6:30pm 2/24
The Bible Matters Video: noon 3/2 Group: 6:30pm 3/3
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Community Matters Video: noon 3/9 Group: 6:30pm 3/10
Place Matters Video: noon 3/16 Group: 6:30pm 3/17
We Matter Video: noon 3/23 Group: 6:30pm 3/24
Lent in a Bag
Lent is a season when many people focus on enhancing their
ever-growing and loving relationship with God. Christ’s life,
ministry, and death are remembered during this season. It’s
also a time to think about how God is with us all the time.
You may do this through prayer, reading the Bible, helping
others, or something else. Anything that connects you to
God is a great practice. Even walking the dog, seeing the
green grass, or hearing chirping birds can be a way to com-
mune with God.
The worship committee has prepared bags that include a Lenten calendar and objects
which can encourage thoughts, meditation and conversation. Families can use the
scripture, reflections and questions as the Spirit leads them. Many families have al-
ready received their bags; if you did not get one and would like one, please call or
email the church—or notify any worship leader or usher at the next worship service.
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Address Updates
Michael Kouri has a new temporary address: 4201 John Barrow Rd,
L.R., 72204. We will notify you when this changes.
Stay tuned for more address updates. A new directory will be issued
soon. If you have address changes to submit, please call or email the
church. Thank you! flyclipart.com
Covering our Country and Our World With Prayer
The following were submitted by members during February:
Pray specifically for the recovery of all Covid-19 victims, for the families of those
we have lost, and for those at risk. Pray for the safe and rapid distribution of the
vaccines, for their efficacy against any new strains that may
emerge, and for the reversal of the pandemic in general.
Pray for the health, comfort, and peace of our congrega-
tion and their loved ones. Pray for our new and returning
church elders.
Pray for health care workers, essential workers, and first re-
sponders, who continue to care for us all. pexels.com
Pray for all drivers and especially truck drivers during icy
weather.
Please pray for all those struggling with loneliness, isolation, or mental health is-
sues that stem from social distancing necessities. Pray for those struggling to live
faithfully.
Pray for those dealing with unemployment or underemployment.
Pray for all those nationwide still having trouble with heating & water.
Pray for our leaders—especially our Governor and President, our communities,
and our economic recovery.
Pray for nationwide, statewide, and global economic recovery.
Pray for all teachers and students.
Pray for the Lyon College community after the loss of a fellow student
Pray for those who are homeless and displaced this winter.
Pray for churches. May the congregations of our country and of the world remain
steadfast as witnesses to the faithfulness of God during divisive times.
God Answers Prayers!
Do you have a praise for answered prayer? Let us know for the April newsletter!
Individual Prayer Requests From February
Emily Schultz Letha Mongno
David Boyd Catherine Canfield
Lynette Sanders, Amie’s mother The Pollards, Elizabeth and Steven
Amie’s grandma, Katharine Nicholson Michael Kouri
Amie’s uncle, Ben Traylor The Kimmels
Jonathan Macias Amy McCann
Perla Macias’ brother, Eric Karyn Brizzi
Eric’s son, Erik Sylvia and Art Stickle
Sergio Macias Duke Monroe
Buck Buchanan Nathan Short
David Gill Robert Berryman
Denise Haley Ray Stevens
Elizabeth Gibbons Lisa Lufkin
Thomas & Kassandra Riggs in Texas Syble Gwatney
Van and Kathleen Matthews in Texas Denise Hamilton
The Brinegar Family Jeff and Pam Sharp
Barbie Mellinger Tina Harrison
Mark Carter Justin Clark
Barry Matthews' brother and his wife Mr. and Mrs. Matsumoto
Stephanie Jira The Price Family
Kenneth Faucett Toni Holder’s family
the Murray family David Price
Truitt and Hilary Sosbee Ron Quesinberry
Matt Fischer Sarah McKay
Eric (Matt's roommate) Susan Johnson
Marly Frances and Bob Weathersby
Clay Terry David Butterfield
Frank Lothery
Terri and Keith Lothery
Elizabeth Lothery and Selena Park
Ace and his family
In the interests of privacy, we list only names on our prayer request list unless you spe-
cifically ask the office to publish more details about your personal situation.
Contact Us
1208 West Main St.
(501) 982-2876
firstpcjax@gmail.com
firstpresjax.com
Prayer is our most powerful tool in times of need. We want to
pray for you! Please let us know how we can pray by calling
501-773-1738 or emailing us at firstpcjax@gmail.com.
Family, let us pray for others as well. Please keep the prayer
list and use it for your personal prayer time. Band together
and pray diligently for the protection, peace, healing, com-
fort, and encouragement of all around us.
First Presbyterian Church
1208 West Main Street PLACE
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Jacksonville, AR 72076
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