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Be subject to one another out of
reverence for Christ. Wives, be
subject to your husbands as you
are to the Lord.
Ephesians 5:21
Presbyterian
Messenger
Monthly Newsletter of First Presbyterian Church Burley, Idaho May 2018
From the Desk of Pastor John
The Easter Season (April 21 to June 9) is a time to reflect on the benefits of
Jesus’ resurrection. The apostle Paul writes in 1 Corinthians 15:20: “Christ has
Inside this issue
been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who have died . . .” Literally
‘fallen asleep.’ Page
Max Lucado, tells the story of a friend’s 1st grader who was studying about 1 Pastor’s article
plants in school! A family member died and the boy attended the funeral and the 2 Focusing on Women
committal service at the cemetery. As he stood by the grave with his family, a
connection popped into his head between plants and death. He turned to his 3 Session Highlights
Mom and whispered: “Do you know what graveyards are?” Before she could 4 Scripture Lessons
answer he said, “Graveyards are places where they plant people!” Committee Chairpersons
The Apostle Paul would say, “That little guy gets it!” When a person dies, his/ Birthdays & Anniversaries
her body is planted in the ground like a seed. What happens to a seed when it is Tithes & Expenses
buried in the soil? It decomposes and if the conditions are right the seed Special Dates
produces a plant, tree, or whatever. Youth Camp
What happens to the body of “those who belong to Christ?” (1 Cor. 15:23). We 5 Calendar
are planted in the ground and our earthly, mortal body begins the process of Servers
decomposing. But that’s not the end! Scripture teaches, like the buried seed 6 Presbyterian Women
sprouts and produces new life so our body on the day of Resurrection will bloom Thank you notes
into a new, glorious, wonderful body. A body like the Lord Jesus Christ received
after His resurrection! 7 Committee Reports
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The Bible teaches, that Jesus is the “first fruits of those who have died/fallen
asleep.” Jesus is the first person to be raised from the dead, stay alive, and get a 8 Preparing for Easter
new glorified body! And there will be more to follow. Jesus is the first one out of Photos
the soil of death permanently. And there will be many, many more to follow. 9 Easter Events Photos
Philip Yancey says, “What God did once in a graveyard in Jerusalem, he can and
will repeat on a grand scale.” 10 Contact Information
Prayer Corner
What a wonderful benefit! Christ is risen! He is risen indeed!
Focusing on Women
A Woman
what would we do without them
Of Influence
Read:
Proverbs 31:10-31
During the early years of the Protestant Reformation in Europe, Katharina Von Bora,
a former nun, married Martin Luther (1525). By all accounts, the two had a joyous
married life. Luther said, “There is no bond on earth so sweet, nor any separation
so bitter, as that which occurs in a good marriage.”
Because Katharina rose at 4 a.m. to care for her responsibilities, Luther referred
to her as the “morning star of Wittenberg.” She was industrious in tending the
vegetable garden and orchard. Also, she administered the family business and
managed the Luthers’ home and property. In time, the couple had six children for
whom Katharina felt the home was a school of character development. Her energetic
industry and care of the family made her a woman of influence.
Katharina seems to have been a woman like the one described in Proverbs 31.
She was indeed a virtuous wife who awoke “while it [was] yet night” and provided
“food for her household” (v.15). She also watched “over the ways of her household,
and [did] not eat the bread of idleness” (v. 27).
From role models like Katharina, we can learn about the love, diligence, and fear Portrait of Katharina Von Bora
of the Lord that’s needed to be a woman of influence. 1499—1552
Katharina Von Bora - Biography/Wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Katharina_von_Bora
“On Mother’s Day, I think moms
should be able to wake up and say to Joys of motherhood
themselves: I’m not just a housewife,
I’m a domestic goddess! • A hug for no reason.
—Barbra Johnson • Belly laughs.
• The light-bulb moment when your child understands
something you’ve been trying to teach them.
• Smiles and giggles.
• Mud pies.
• Arms raised in the air after a big accomplishment.
• Hearing Scripture and prayer from your child’s lips.
• Quiet moments on the couch.
• Reading aloud together.
• A family meal filled with conversation and laughter,
• Watching your child be kind to another.
• Recognizing a moment you’d like to freeze in time.
“Joy is a net of love by which • A child’s look of surprise and joy.
you can catch souls.” • A quiet conversation that heals a wounded heart.
• The words “I love you” - and a sticky kiss.
—Mother Teresa
—Unknown
“Any mother could perform the jobs
“As women, we want to know of several air-traffic controllers with
we are important and that we have a ease.” —Lisa Alther
significant place in our world. We need to
know that we matter to someone, that our lives are
making a difference in the lives of So, chosen by God for this new life of love,
other people, that we are able to touch their 2
dress in the wardrobe God picked out for
souls. This desire to have value is God-given.” you: compassion, kindness, humility, quiet
~ Beverly LaHaye ~ strength, discipline. – Colossians 3:12
SESSION HIGHLIGHTS
Greetings from the Session, The Easter service and decorations were beautiful.
No one does Easter like Burley First Pres.! If you
The Session met for its regular monthly meeting on April paid for a lily, please remember to take it home to
10, 2019. All elders were present except one, who was enjoy and plant in your yard. Thank you, Fellowship
excused for health issues. Pastor John opened the Committee for the rolls and coffee that topped off a
meeting with prayer and a short devotion. The Elders great celebration.
considered the following business items: The Manse repairs came to a total of $11,500. The
front sewer and water lines were replaced. Monies
Sadly, the Session agreed to drop Gay Neiwert from came from the Capital Savings Fund and the general
the church rolls. We mourn her passing and send fund. Thank you to all of you who so generously
our sympathy to her family. We will miss her. She support the church and its work. Every little bit helps.
was loved and greatly appreciated by her church Thanks! Thanks! The renters have moved. The
family. Manse needs a new renter. Keep your ears open for
Lenten Lunches are over for 2019. Those who possibilities.
attended enjoyed the series “He Chose the Nails” by The Front Sanctuary window will be repaired as
Max Lucado. Attendance varied each week. Thank weather permits. Funds for the repairs have been
you to all who participated and brought food. donated. The Session is forever grateful to the
Maundy Thursday service and dinner were persons responsible. First Pres members are so
exceptional. Thank you, Fellowship Committee. The generous. We are in your debt.
food was great. Thank you, John for the homily and Remember to pay your per capita --- $44 above your
communion service. Thank you, choir for the regular tithing if it is possible.
musical number. The evening was very meaningful. The Deacons and the Session will meet on May 8,
Pastor John will be out of town June 4-12 to visit 2019 for their annual joint meeting. All Deacons and
grandson # 2 and family. Renee Meyer will fill the Elders are required to attend.
pulpit. She will be talking about PC(USA) mission Session is still considering sponsoring a Scout troop.
work. We are studying all of the details. No decision will be
The Easter Egg Hunt went well. The church was made until fall.
filled with parents and children. Kristi told a great
Easter story. Thank you, Julianne and Paul for There was no other business. The meeting adjourned at
leading the music. There were no eggs left on the 8:20 P.M. with prayer given by Dan Wittman.
premises! Everyone seemed to enjoy the event. It Respectfully submitted,
was great to have the support of the Fire Dept. Kathy Poulton, Clerk of Session
Echoes of Easter
The Resurrection wasn’t a “one-off”; it was a spark that lit a
flame that continues burning even today, especially where Thanks, Mom!
people minister in the Risen One’s name. One such outreach,
Camp Noah, serves children traumatized by disaster. Nation- At his graduation, a young man tasked
wide, volunteers offer week-long experiences of kindness, love,
listening and safety to kids who’ve recently survived a tornado, with giving a speech began reading from
flood, hurricane, wildfire or shooting. Kids often open up for the some notes. “I want to talk about my
first time to share their “storm stories” and begin a journey of mother and the wonderful influence she
healing. had on my life,” he said. “She’s a shining
Leaders at Camp Noah attest to God’s power to bring joy out example of parenthood, and I love her
of sorrow, trust out of fear and life out of death. A boy who
initially was aloof dances with another camper at the closing more than words can ever do justice.”
worship; kids who arrived with uncertain expressions leave with The graduate then paused, appeared to
smiles and regained confidence. Mental health counselors are struggle a moment and looked up at the
part of camp teams, and referrals are made to continue care audience with a mischievous smile. “It’s
afterward.
Resurrection often happens in steps, not overnight. But really hard to read my mom’s
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wherever “ordinary” daily ministry takes place in Christ’s name, handwriting,” he said.
extraordinary echoes of the first Easter are evident.
—Heidi Mann
Scripture Lessons for May
This Easter Season read 1 Corinthians 15. Especially focus on what the Bible teaches about the
body Christians will have when they are resurrected (1 Cor. 15:35-58). Please also read the
Scripture verses for each Sunday from the Lectionary. God’s Word is a life changing power!
May 5 [3rd Sunday after Easter / Communion Sunday]
Acts 9:1-6 (7-20); Ps. 30;
Rev. 5:11-14; John 21:1-19
May 12 [4th Sunday after Easter]
Acts 9:36-43; Ps. 23;
Rev. 7:9-17; John 10:22-30
May 19 [5th Sunday after Easter]
Acts 11:1-18; Ps. 148;
Rev. 21:1-6; John 13:31-35
May 26 [6th Sunday after Ester]
Acts 16:9-15; Ps. 67;
Rev. 21:10; 21:22-22:5; John 5:1-9
IT IS TIME TO BE THINKING ABOUT SUMMER CAMP
Camp Sawtooth has a variety of opportunities for you to get involved. You could volunteer as a Cabin Parent, or Camp Host. Older youth
may choose to apply to be a (PSIT) Program Staff In Training. College age students might check into the applications for summer staff.
Work weekend, over Memorial Day weekend is a wonderful way to become acquainted with Camp Sawtooth. Join the fun in preparing the
camp for the upcoming season. Information available at: www.campsawtooth.org or directorscampsawtooth@yahoo.com
If you have ever thought of going to camp, this is the year for you!! Camp Sawtooth is excited to announce the camp dates for the 2019
camping season: June 23—July 26. Mark your calendars and register today, more information for Camp Sawtooth can be found online at
www.campsawtooth.org
Camp Sawtooth is offering online registration!!!! Madison Wittman is Camp Staff again this year!
Go to www.campsawtooth.org to register today! 2019 Year to Date
Additional questions? Tithes and Expenses
Contact: directorscampsawtooth@yahoo.com
or call 208-899-2073. March
Tithes $6,713.25
Expenses $6,577.42
Committees & YTD Totals:
Tithes $20,280.50
Chairpersons Expenses $17,242.33
Building & Grounds:
Dale Martin
May Birthdays & Special Dates to Remember in May
Fellowship:
Brent Germann Anniversaries • National Day of Prayer, May 2, 2019
Finance: • PW Presbytery Spring Gathering-Buhl, May 4, 2019
Carleen Clayville 01 Tyson & Juliann Germann
07 Tony Magliocca • Communion / Cupcake Sunday, May 5, 2019
Missions & Evangelism: 07 Terrie Shockey • Scholarship Application Deadline, May 6, 2019
Dan Wittman 14 Mayna McGill
15 Madison Wittman • Joint Elder Deacon Session, May 8, 2019
Personnel & Nominating:
Paul Pugh 15 Mason Wittman • Mother’s Day—Flowers & Treats, May 12, 2019
22 Richard Kicklighter
Worship & Christian Ed: • Time to Register for Camp Sawtooth, May 15, 2019
Dan Shockey God Bless Your Special • Election Day, May 21, 2019
Deacons:
• Camp Sawtooth Work Weekend, May 24—26, 2019
Darla Holl
4 • Memorial Day-Office Closed, May 27, 2019
PNC:
Sandra Clayville, Tyson Germann, • Ascension of the Lord, May 30, 2019
Darla Holl, Jerry Vegwert and
Dan Wittman
May 2019
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 2 3 4
10:00 am
4.45 pm Choir PW Presbytery
Spring Gathering,
2:30 pm Bible study Buhl
7:00 pm PNC meet
5 6 7 8 9 10 11
9:30 Sunday School Scholarship 7:30 am Men’s Bible Study
10:45 Worship & Application @ Conner’s Café 4.45 pm Choir
Communion Deadline 2:30 pm Bible study
Cupcake Sunday 7:00 pm Joint 7:00 pm PNC meet
Elder Deacon
Session
12 13 14 15 16 17 18
9:30 Sunday School Time to Register for
7:30 am Men’s Bible Study 2:30 pm Bible study
10:45 Worship Camp Sawtooth
@ Conner’s Café
Mother’s Day: 4.45 pm Choir 7:00 pm PNC meet
Election Day 8am
Flowers & Treats *we are a polling place
hosted by Tues
Men’s Group
19 20 21 22 23 24 25
9:30 Sunday School 7:30 am Men’s Bible Study 4.45 pm Choir 2:30 pm Bible study
10:45 Worship @ Conner’s Café Camp Sawtooth Work Weekend
7:00 pm PNC meet May 24—May 26
26 27 28 29 30
9:30 Sunday School 7:30 am Men’s Bible Study
4.45 pm Choir
Ascension of the
10:45 Worship Memorial Day— @ Conner’s Café Lord
Office Closed
2:30 pm Bible study
7:00 pm PNC meet
May Servers ~ We Appreciate YOU!
Head Usher: Jerry Vegwert Head Greeter: Dale Martin
Communion Servers: Dale Martin, Dan Wittman, _____, _____
Liturgist: 5/5 Dan Shockey, 5/12 _____, 5/19 _____, 5/26 Dan Shockey
Children’s Time: 5/5 Kathy Poulton, 5/12 Kathy Poulton, 5/19 Kathy Poulton, 5/27 Kathy Poulton
Coffee Hour: 5/5 Fellowship, 5/12 Tues. Men’s Group, 5/19 _____, 5/28 _____
Anyone able to serve on the unassigned dates above,
please feel free to just jump in!
August 3, 2019
• Freedom Fest at Freedom Park
• Concert by Troy Bullock, Wilson
Theatre 7:00 pm
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The days activities are to benefit
veterans and community.
Presbyterian Women
The Presbyterian Women of Burley met on Wednesday afternoon, April 10, with 6 women present. As our available
church weekend’s calendar was pretty full, it was decided we would meet after our last Lenten Luncheon, and schedule
our Annual Birthday program. The group participated in the worship service, as directed by the Presbyterian Women,
Inc. Kathy and Carleen were in charge, and each donated to the Birthday Offering. In 2019 we celebrate the Birthday
Offering by supporting these four projects:
Disaster Response Team, Presbytery of Charlotte—PW’s grant will help provide a warehouse, parking and security
fencing for household goods, food, hygiene and school kits, clean-up buckets, mobile shower units and trailers.
Effingham Child Development Center Playground, Illinois, will use PW’s grant to improve the centers playground.
Presbyterian Homes and Services of Kentucky, Inc. will improve the quality of life and safety for residents in the
Appalachia region of Eastern Kentucky.
Wings of Refuge Restoration Home, Iowa, provides a safe and healing space for women survivors of human
trafficking. All had applied, and were granted some of these funds that were raised with this offering.
After our meeting we decorated “Birthday Cupcakes” furnished by Kathy and Carleen, and those who could, helped the
Deacons set up for their Yard Sale. Remember, all women of the church are members of PW, and are welcomed to
attend.
Yours in Christ
Carleen Clayville, Moderator
P. S. Our Spring Gathering is in Buhl, on Saturday, May 4, please contact us if you are interested in attending.
The Buhl ladies always have a great program!
Thank you, so much, for your congregation’s commitment to the ministry of Jesus
Christ through Presbyterian Mission. Gifts from congregations, like yours, make a
difference in the lives of people around the corner and around the world. We are
encouraged by God’s faithfulness, signaled by the recent support we have received
from you. Because of you, the world is waking up to new possibilities in Jesus
Christ.
Thank you for your contribution of The generosity of your congregation has provided the following support: On Dec.
$100 to Mini-Cassia Transitional 3, 2018, we received $100 for Shared Mission Support and $125 for FM: General
Living. Your support is greatly Support. And on Feb. 12, 2019, we received $100 for Shared Mission Support, and
appreciated. $125 for FM: General Support.
May God bless you, Thank you once again for your support, dedication and partnership in furthering
Dallas & Marcy Bruderer God’s mission around the world. You are a valued partner.
Mini-Cassia Transitional Living
Together in Christ’s Mission,
Rene Meyers
Mission Engagement Advisor—West Region
COMING IN JUNE
Love is patient; love is kind; love is
02: Communion / Cupcake Sunday
02: Memorial Day Remembrance Service not envious or boastful or arrogant
02: Scholarship Presentation or rude. It does not insist on its own
04: Pastor John gone (June 4—12) way; it is not irritable or resentful;
08: Stated Meeting, Hollister 10:00 am
09: Day of Pentecost it does not rejoice in wrongdoing,
09: Pulpit Supply (Rene Meyers) but rejoices in the truth. It bears all
12: Session things, believes all things, hopes all
16: Trinity Sunday 6
things, endures all things.
16: Father’s Day
21: First Day of Summer 1 Corinthians 13: 4-7
23: Camp Sawtooth (June 23—July 26)
Committee Reports
A NOTE FROM YOUR FINANCE TEAM
The following is part of an article I found about giving. I think
you might find it interesting.
“One of the curious things about Presbyterians and steward-
ship is that those who have the least tend to give the most.
Percentage-wise more people with incomes of less than
$25,000 tithe (give 10 percent) than those with a greater
income. The same is true of the way they give their time and
talents to the church.
Perhaps it is because they have learned one of the great
theological and Biblical truths that Malachi taught the Hebrew
people about the reward of the faithful: ‘Bring the full tithe into
the storehouse, so that there may be food in my house, and
thus put me to the test, ... see if I will not open the windows of
heaven for you and pour down for you an overflowing
Blessing’ (3:10).” We hope all these blessings pour down on
each of you.
Yours in Christ’s Service
Your Finance Team
FELLOWSHIP
May 05- Cupcake Sunday
May 12- Mother’s Day—Coffee Hour hosted by
Pastor Nominating Committee (PNC) Tuesday Men’s Bible Study,
Come join us!
On Wednesday, April 10, the PNC met with
Rev. Cathy Chisholm to start the process of Respectfully submitted,
finding a new pastor. I cannot go into detail of Terrie Shockey
what happened in the meeting, but will keep
you informed to the best of my ability. Please
keep us in your prayers as this is a long
process.
Thank you,
Dan Wittman Mixed blessings
Graduation day is tough for adults.
They go to the ceremony as parents.
They come home as contemporaries.
After 22 years of child-raising, they are
unemployed.
—Erma Bombeck
A life of praise
Despite becoming an invalid while in her
teens, an 18th-century English poet who used
the pen name Anna Steele wrote prolifically—
often about praising God. The closing stanza of
“Now I Resolve With All My Heart,” one of
Steel’s 144 hymns, is a timeless prayer that’s
fitting for the start of each new day.
O may I never faint nor tire,
Kathy Poulton’s Children’s Message 7 Nor wandering leave his sacred ways;
April 14, 2019 Great God, accept my soul’s desire,
And give me strength to live thy praise.
Preparing for Easter
Folks enjoying the Lenten Luncheons
March 13—April 10, 2019
Members and Friends gathered for our annual
Maundy Thursday Communion Service & Meal 8
on April 18, 2019
Easter Events at First Presbyterian
Kristi Pugh giving the Easter Egg Hunt Presentation
April 20, 2019
Lots of Folks attended the Easter Egg Hunt Presentation
April 20, 2019
Folks enjoying the Easter Egg Hunt
April 20, 2019
“Thanks” to the Fire Department for
supporting our annual Easter Egg Hunt—again!
April 20, 2019
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Easter Sunday Service April 21, 2019
INTERIM PASTOR: First Presbyterian Church (USA)
Rev. John L. Ziulkowski 2100 Burton Avenue
John’s office hours: Wed. & Thurs 9am—1pm Burley ID 83318
(also available after hours by appointment) Visit us on the web at:
www.burleypres.org
John’s Email: lrzski@yahoo.com
John’s Cell: 208-430-5359
Office Administrator: Barbra Moore
Office Hours M—F 9am—1pm
Office phone: 678-5131
Office email: burleypc@pmt.org
Clerk of Session: Kathy Poulton
Director of Music: Paul Pugh
Pianist: Susan McGee / Julieann Germann
Organist: Mayna McGill
Nursery Attendant: Bonnie Stanley Return Service Requested
Custodian: Bob Bay
Prayer Chain: Susan McGee 312-3864
Service Times:
Sunday School 9:30 am
Worship 10:45 am
The Presbyterian Messenger and
“Sing praises to the Lord, O you
The Lord’s Day Bulletin are published by his faithful ones, and give thanks
The First Presbyterian Church of Burley, Idaho. to his holy name.”
Please submit your Newsletter items by the Psalm 30:4
15th of the month and Bulletin items by Wednesday.
We offer up prayers for . . .
• All who are fighting cancer and those recovering from various illnesses and injuries
• Thanksgiving for God’s indescribable Gift—Jesus Christ!
• Support and encouragement for all our shut-ins and those in care centers
CORNER
PRAYER
• All who have lost loved ones: Lee Bay Family, Janell Martin Family, Gay Neiwert Family and
others
• The poor, lonely, abused, or struggling with addiction
• Our church leaders
• Our Pastor Search Committee Members
• Our military
• Our government leaders
• Those facing financial uncertainties
• Wisdom for those making difficult decisions
• Our partnership ministries: KAIROS, Women’s Shelter, Helping Hands, Operation Christmas
Child and Angel Tree
• And we encourage you to join other congregations in praying through the Presbytery.
Pray especially for: Biannual Assembly, Synod of the Pacific in Zephyr Point, NV. Presbyterian
Women of Kendall Presbytery. Candidates Under Care (Anna Gheen, & Allison Maus). Tito
Rivera, CLP, ministry with Presbyterian Disaster Agency. Presbyterians in Wood River Valley.
Opening weekend at Camp Sawtooth and Senita & Steve Watkins, Camp Directors. Kendall Camp
Board members Laura Baarda, Blake Walsh, Cathy Chisholm, Luke Prang.
Prayers: If you know of someone who is in need of our prayers, please contact the church office.
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Prayer Chain: If you have an emergency prayer request, or would like to join the prayer chain,
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