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Subject:                                         Concord Connects - January 23, 2025

 

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concordconnects
  
January 23, 2025
  
Keeping you connected to the life and ministry of 

Concord Presbyterian Church!

Christ in the synagogue of Nazareth, ca 1350. Artist: Anonymous
Found in the collection of the Visoki Decani monastery, Kosovo. 

Sunday, January 26 @ 10:00am
"WWJD?" - Luke 4:14-21
Pastor Eric Markman preaching

     As we move into the new year, we also get to witness the beginning for Jesus’ ministry. This Sunday we will be reading from the Gospel of Luke as Jesus delivers his first sermon. The words are powerful and the crowd reaction is a bit disconcerting. We get to hear what Jesus believes and what his ministry will entail. Come and join us as we explore what it means to live our faith in the world in which we live!
     Join us for IN-PERSON WORSHIP on Sunday at 10:00am; doors open at 9:40am. 

     To join in WORSHIP ONLINE this Sunday, January 26, click on the picture above to go to our Concord website. Near the bottom of the home page, click on the same picture to connect with the worship video. The worship service will be available live at 10:00am Sunday morning or later in the day to view at your convenience.

 

 

 

SUNDAY SCHOOL PROGRAMS

J.A.M. (Jesus and Me)
Kindergarten through Grade 5

Children are led through activities and crafts provided in the PCUSA lectionary curriculum, Feasting on the Word, that are in response to the scripture shared during Wondering Time.

SUNDAY SEEKERS
Grade 5 -12

This Bible Study includes reading scripture together and then sharing responses in a safe and welcoming environment.
 
***5th graders can choose to attend either J.A.M. or SUNDAY SEEKERS
😊

 

 

The LGBTQIA+ Task Force is hosting a Munch & Movie this Sunday, January 26 after church. We will watch "Will & Harper" while munching on lunch in Jessie’s Room. Childcare will be provided. The movie, a documentary, is 1 hour 50 minutes long and rated R. It tells a story that many of us can relate to.  “When Will Ferrell finds out that his close friend of 30 years is coming out as a transwoman, the two decide to embark on a cross country road trip to process this stage of their relationship in an intimate portrait of friendship and transition.”

Come join us after worship this week as we continue
to learn more about the LGBTQIA+ experience.

 

 

In Memoriam

     Concord member Wayne Stahl passed away on December 29 following a long illness. Wayne lived around the corner from the church for many years, and was always willing to stop over and assist sexton Cobb Burris with small jobs around the building or to clean up and run the dishwasher following events. More recently, Wayne lived at the Kutz Home, where he enjoyed watching baseball and football, as well as visits from church members (especially if accompanied by cookies).
     A memorial service for Wayne will be held Tuesday, January 28 at 1:00pm in the sanctuary, followed by interment of his ashes in Concord's Memorial Garden. All are invited to celebrate Wayne's life and reminisce with his family.

 

 


     

     We are currently working on a do-it-yourself, updated photo directory.  Most Sundays, Terri Jones will be taking photos in the front of the sanctuary during Gathering Time. Stop by before or after snacking to have your picture taken and to update your contact information.
     We will be continuing this process over the next few months, so don't worry if you can't make it this week. Watch Concord Connects for future opportunities (maybe the Soup/Chili Cook-Off & Chocolate Challenge?). Deacons will also be working on getting current photos of our homebound members. Please don't be concerned if you're not an "official" church member - if you are part of our Concord Family, we want to include you!

 

 

Prayer List 
 Prayers of sympathy for the family of Wayne Stahl. Wayne passed away on Sun., Dec. 29 following several months under hospice care. See article above for details regarding his memorial service. Condolences will reach Wayne's brother H. Gray Stahl at 9500 Wells Drive, Norfolk, VA 23503
Carol Lind's son Kevin Hall passed away Dec 18, 2024. He was 57 years old & left his wife Kim and son Daniel. 

Condolences for the family of Kathie Pownall's friend Sue Lefever (Lititz, PA), who passed away this week after a recurring battle with cancer. Healing prayers for Kathie's niece Carlyn, hospitalized several times this year with heart issues.
Prayers for Nancy Tucker’s uncle Karl Tucker, who fell and had resulting surgery on Tuesday to fix a broken hip & reduce fluid in his lungs.  

Healing prayers for Felleng Kalema, who is currently undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer. She will have surgery & radiation following chemo.
Travel mercies for Marj Johnson, in Guatemala with a group from NC Presbytery. (Sign up for their daily travel blog so you can see what we are doing each day!) 
Prayers for Gwen & Ralph Fuller, dealing with health issues & Ralph's upcoming heart surgery.
Grateful joy for the fantastic music performed by Sinae Yun Lee & colleagues/friends this past Sunday afternoon. While the weather discouraged some people from attending, there have been 282 views on YouTube as of Wednesday morning.

Prayers of appreciation for the more than 300 PB&J sandwiches made by youth & adults from the church & community for Friendship House Code Purple as part of ‘Service Monday’ to honor Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 
Prayers for the homeless & others at risk due to the extremely cold weather.

Prayers for the following list of people who are in our hearts as they deal with ongoing health struggles - Lexi, Jo Ann, June, Ginnie M., Dan V., Duane, Craig E., Sue, Eileen, Rita & Dawn.
*** 
If you would like to add names/needs to this list and our ministry of prayer, please email info@concordpc.org or fill out a "Prayers of the People" card at the Sunday service and hand to a greeter during the offering. 

 

 

Concord Youth Group presents…

 

Souper Bowl
Soup2Go!
😉
Sunday, February 9 at 11:00am

After worship in the gathering area at the back of church

 

Pick up a $10 quart of homemade Minestrone soup
to enjoy in front of the game!
Optional sides - macaroni noodles, grated parmesan, 2 rolls ($1 each)
To pre-order, please email concord.christinap@gmail.com

 
Proceeds go to:
Concord Youth Group Mission Trips & Conferences
and
Friendship House Highmark Walk

 

 

Massanetta Middle School Conference

A group of young people and adults from churches in New Castle Presbytery will be attending the Massanetta Middle School conference June 19-22. The conference is open to rising 6th graders up through rising 9th graders (just completed middle school). It is a 4 day/3 night event with youth from various areas across the U.S. There are fun activities, engaging workshops and Bible studies, energizing worship experiences, and tons of fellowship! 
 

If your “middler” is interested in attending with Concord Church, please contact Christina Pressley (concord.christinap@gmail.com or 302-740-8078) for more information.

 

 

Mark your calendars...

Gospel Music Sunday

Soup/Chili Cook-Off & Chocolate Challenge
February 23, 2025

Join us for a wonderful Gospel music celebration in worship followed by Concord’s annual fellowship event that supports Concord Youth Group and the Friendship House Walk for Mission.
More details to come…!

 

 


WINNER, WINNER, Chicken Dinner!  

A huge THANK YOU to Concord members who donated over $1,145 to the Guatemala Chicken Project in December. Hopefully, those of you who got a Delaware Blue Hen have it proudly displayed. Don't forget, the project is ongoing during January, so you still have time to donate and receive a Blue Hen. See the Red Barn donation table at the rear of the Sanctuary on Sunday mornings.  

Mission & Congregational Life Committee

 

 


Weds. @ 10:00am via Zoom

Our weekly MUG & MUFFIN Bible study meets again on Wed., January 29 from 10:00-11:00am, led by Pastor Eric Markman. To join the Zoom gathering ONLINE, click on this link

 

Mary Circle, the last remaining Women's Circle at Concord, meets the first Monday of the month from 1-2:30pm, usually in the Sanctuary Lounge but occasionally by Zoom. Next month we will be starting a new Horizons Bible Study book, entitled Let Justice Roll Down – God's Call to Care for Neighbors and All Creation.  
 
On Feb. 3 we will be starting the new book, and they will be distributed at that time. Extra copies will be available for anyone who wishes to join us. Cost of the book is $10. Please bring the money to give to Peggy Carter at that time.
 
All who identify as women are welcome to join us in a safe space not only for Bible study, but also to be part of a group whose members support and uphold each other with love and care. We look forward to having you join us.

 Mary Circle

 

 

Concord Preschool registration for next year opened for current students, their families, and church members on January 21. This includes registration for full-day Kindergarten. Contact the Preschool Office at 302/654-9629 for information or to arrange a tour.
Registration will open to the public beginning January 27.

 

 

 Concord Photo Gallery

Show us your activities, vacations, special occasions, children or pets being adorable...! If you have photos you'd be willing to share with your Concord family, please send them to Margaret. We'll try to include your photos in Concord Connects as space permits.

 

Many thanks to our volunteers who braved the cold and snow on MLK Service Day 2025 to make 360 sandwiches for folks attending Code Purple shelter at SsAM’s during frigid cold temperatures! We were also able to contribute 3 boxes of chicken noodle soup cans to this important and life-saving ministry of Friendship House.
**Dangerously cold temperatures will most likely return, so please look for ways you can help support Friendship House Code Purple in the coming weeks!

 

 


Greetings, Greeters!

 We need your help to welcome worshipers, assist in receiving the offering & straighten up the pews following worship. 
Families & friends are always welcome to serve as greeters together; only one person needs to sign up. To volunteer online, visit

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0B4DA9AB2EA2F94-greeterusher#/

As always, thanks for your smiles and greetings on Sunday mornings! 
Peace, Raven Studer (she/her) - 610-324-1294

 

 

 

Special Edition of New Castle Presbytery Stated Clerk Training: First-Hand Experience on the Ground in the West Bank and Jerusalem
Thursday, January 30, 5 p.m. via Zoom
Presented by Westminster member Kara Francis

 

More than one year into the Israel-Hamas war, we know that people in Gaza are living in dire conditions, facing death, starvation, malnutrition, and disease. Palestinians in the West Bank are also suffering the impacts of the war. Kara Francis, a longtime WPC member, recently returned from a visit to the West Bank and will share her observations, experiences, and conversations with people and organizations there, about what life has been like since October 7, 2023, for the millions of Palestinians residing in the West Bank. This Zoom discussion is by registration only. Further details and registration link can be found on the Presbytery website.

 

 


To guarantee overnight accommodations for the annual Bay Retreat, your registration must be received by 2/5/2025. View the Bay Retreat webpage for registration details and more! 
All are welcome to attend. If you are interested, please speak with Marj Johnson or Nancy Tucker to coordinate carpools, roommates, etc.

 

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