Welcome Visitors

We welcome these who visited in our church on:

Sunday, May 28^th:

Gloria Strauss, Betty Cook, Mary Ellen

Wills, Libby Minor, Lindsay Gordon,

Anna Shankle, Andrew Shankle.

Sunday, June 4^th:

Dan Stevenson, Will Dickins.

FCA Thank You

Dear Batesville Presbyterian Church,

Although the words are short and few, this brings the warmest thanks to you! We appreciate your support of the South Panola FCA Ministry.

Sincerely,

FCA – Adult Huddle

Thank You

Dear Church Family,

I would like to thank the Women of the Church for the graduate book and for preparing the wonderful senior brunch. I would also like to thank Dr. Burnham and the congregation for being an important part of my life.

Sincerely,

William Garner

Wedding Congratulations

• Congratulations to Cathryn Patton and David McKee who were married in the sanctuary of Batesville Presbyterian Church on Saturday, June 3, 2006.

Wedding Invitation

Mr. and Mrs. Keith Taylor Patton

request the honour of your presence

at the marriage of their daughter

Cathryn Claire Patton

to

Herbert David McKee

Saturday, the third of June

Two thousand and six

at seven o’clock in the evening

Batesville Presbyterian Church

121 Eureka Street

Batesville, Mississippi

and afterward at the reception

228 Westmoreland Circle

Marvelous Mondays

• Children ages 5^th grade and under are invited to come and be a part of the summer activities at Batesville Presbyterian Church. This year the activities will be on Mondays from 10:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M.
• On Monday, June 5^th, from 10:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. Marvelous Mondays will be a fun time of swimming at the home of Sarah Dell and Buddy Gray, 142 John Branch Road. Children are asked to meet at their house and also bring a sack lunch. See you there!

Summer Sunday School

Thank you to everyone who has volunteered to teach our children during Summer Sunday School. Each teacher is asked to prepare a devotion/lesson for the class period. You may want to include an art activity or another type of follow-up. This is the schedule for the month of June:

June 4^th:

3, 4, & 5 year olds: Haley Williams

1^st – 4^th graders: Jake Kidder

5^th & 6^th graders: Susie VanDyke

June 11^th:

3, 4, & 5 year olds: Sara Helen Ware

1^st – 4^th graders: Jake Kidder

5^th & 6^th graders: Molly Hawkins

June 18^th:

3, 4, & 5 year olds: Amanda Lee

1^st – 4^th graders: Susan Lewis

5^th – 6^th graders: Dianne Cummins

June 25^th:

3, 4, & 5 year olds: To be announced

1^st – 4^th graders: Susan Lewis

5^th & 6^th graders: Jana Brock

Snellgrove Golf Scramble

• Mark your calendar for the 3^rd Annual Snellgrove Golf Scramble on Sat., June 24^th at the Panola Country Club. There will be a shot-gun start at 8:00 A.M. The format is a three person scramble. The cost is $35 each. A signup sheet is available on the bulletin board across from Jon’s office and last day to signup is June 18^th!

Worship Leaders 6/4/06

• Nursery – Pat Hendren, Vera Phillips
• Wee Worship – Jana Burnham, Gina Kilgore
• 8:30 A.M. Usher – Margaret Nix
• 11:00 A.M. Ushers –Janie Ginn, Don Kilgore, Nicole Risner, Bailey Holland
• Greeters –Haley Williams, Jay Williams, Anabelle Paulk, Russell Paulk
• Acolytes –Russ Lewis, Mitchell Mundroff

PYF 6/4/06

This Sunday PYF will attend the Church picnic at 5:30 P.M.

Spring Picnic on June 4

The Deacons encourage everyone to attend the Spring Picnic at 5:30 P.M. on Sunday, June 4^th at the church. Invite a friend to come with you!

Memorial Day Prayer

Last Sunday Pastor Burnham offered a Memorial Day prayer in memory of those who have died in service to our country. Here is the prayer taken from the Hebrew Union Prayer Book:

"In the rising of the sun and in its going down,
we remember them.
In the blowing of the wind and in the chill of winter,
we remember them.
In the opening of buds and in the rebirth of spring,
we remember them.
In the blueness of the sky and in the warmth of summer
we remember them.
In the rustling of the leaves and in the beauty of autumn
we remember them.
In the beginning of the year and when it ends,
we remember them.
When we are weary and in need of strength,
we remember them.
When we are lost and sick at heart,
we remember them.
When we have joys we yearn to share,
we remember them ...
... they are now a part of us as we remember them."

These new members joined the church on May 31, 2006 

New Members this Sunday

The Session will meet at 10:30 A.M. this Sunday, May 28^th, to receive new members. The new members will be recognized during the 11:00 A.M. worshiop service on May 28. Here are the new members and how they are joining the church:

• Kim Rogers joins by reaffirmation of faith. Kim and her family have lived in Batesville for several years and her sons, Justin and Jake, have been members of the youth group. Kim works for Caldwell Insurance. The Rogers live at 107 Hillcrest Drive in Batesville.

• Jake Rogers joins by profession of faith and baptism. Jake has attended church here for a couple of years and is happy to join the church. He will be in the seventh grade at Batesville Jr. High this Fall.

• Brennan Baker joins the church by profession of faith and baptism. Brennan and his family, sister Sarah Ashton, and parents, Missy and Gaines, have been members for several years. Brennan is ready to be baptized.

• Christopher Ray Reed joins by transfer of letter from First United Methodist Church of Madison, MS. He is a senior at Mississippi State with a major in Agribusiness. Christopher joins along with his parents, Rebecca and Bobby Reed.

• Bobby Reed joins by transfer of letter from First United Methodist Church of Madison, MS. Bobby is a realtor for Guest Realty & Land Company in Oxford. Bobby and his family are happy to be back in Batesville and glad to be joining the church. The Reeds live at 108 Cambridge Cove in Batesville.

• Rebecca Reed joins by transfer of letter from First United Methodist Church in Madison, MS. Rebecca is a mortgage loan originator with BankPlus in Hernando. She was active in our church’s PYF as a youth and is happy to reunite with Batesville Presbyterian Church.

• Michael Cole joins by transfer of letter from Pope Baptist Church. Michael works as a business manager with his father in the family business at Delta Uniform and Fire Supply in Marks. Michael lives at 420 Broad Street in Batesville.

• C. Bryan Prather joins by transfer of letter from First Baptist Church in Batesville. Bryan is a manager for Montgomery Concrete Pumping and Montgomery, Inc. where he supervises the concrete pumping company and assists in the construction company. Bryan is originally from Crowley, LA, and has lived in Leland, MS, and Pine Bluff, AR. He and his family live at 200 Bruce Street in Batesville.

• Maria Jones Prather joins by transfer of letter from First Baptist Church of Batesville. Maria owns and operates Maria Prather Designs and Gift and Interior Designs. She was reared in Starkville in a Presbyterian home and feels very much at home in our church. Maria and Bryan have three children who are also joining the church.

• Carey Prather joins by transfer of letter from First Baptist Church of Batesville. Carey is the owner and operator of Capers Restaurant on the town square in Batesville. Carey is from Belzoni and has lived here five years.

• Katie Prather joins by transfer of letter from First Baptist Church of Batesville. Katie graduated from South Panola High School this month. She works at Stubbs and will attend Delta State University this Fall.

• Whitney Miller Prather joins by transfer of letter from First Baptist Church of Batesville. Whitney is a student at Delta State University.

Teacher Appreciation

On Sunday, May 28^th, during the 11:00 A.M. worship service we will recognize and express appreciation to our 2005-2006 Sunday School teachers.

Spring Picnic

Mark your calendar now for the Spring Picnic at the church on June 4^th, at 5:30 P.M.

Vacation Bible School

Children ages 4 through 5^th grade are invited to be a part of the excitement at our Vacation Bible School, Adventure of the Treasure Seekers: Exploring God’s Promises, June 19^th – 23^rd, 9:00 A.M. – Noon. Volunteers are needed. Please call Haley Williams, 563-9092 or Sara Helen Ware, 578-3983. Thanks!

Snellgrove Golf Scramble

Mark your calendar for the 3^rd Annual Snellgrove Golf Scramble on Sat., June 24^th at the Panola Country Club. There will be a shot-gun start at 8:00 A.M. The format is a three person scramble. The cost is $35 each.

G.W. Smith House Update

The congregation approved the sale of the G. Wilbur Smith house in a congregational meeting on May 21, 2006. The Session may now receive offers on the house, determine the best offer, and then schedule another congregational meeting to get the congregation’s approval to sell the house to a particular bidder for a specified price. Anyone interested in making an offer on the house may speak to a Session member. The Session’s next monthly meeting is on June 12, 2006.

PYF 5/28/06

This Sunday, PYF will have its annual picnic at the lower lake of Sardis. We will meet at the church at 5:30 P.M. and return at 8:30 P.M.

Worship Leaders 5/28/06

• Nursery – Paulette Norman, Jackie Herron
• Wee Worship – Suzan Graves, Carole Murphey
• 8:30 A.M. Usher – Al Welshans
• 11:00 A.M. Ushers – Chris Ware, Jay Williams, Mandy Henry, Kevin Henry
• Greeters – Jana Brock, Jeff Brock, Hunter Brock, Bryan Nickle
• Acolytes – Emma Pittman, Mary Lynn Lewis

Welcome Visitors

We welcome these who visited in our church on Sunday, May 21, 2006:

Michael Cole, Rebecca Reed, Bobby

Reed, Leslie Anne Bell, Walt Bell.

End of School Year Awards

Congratulations are in order for these church members who were recently honored in the South Panola School District:

Parents of the Year

Jana Burnham, Batesville Elementary

Michelle Mundroff, Batesville Intermediate

Mona Pittman, Batesville Middle School

and District Parent of the Year

National Board Certification

Margaret Nix, Batesville Elementary

Teacher of the Year

Mary Beth Garner, Batesville Intermediate

Harriett Beall, Batesville Middle School

Congratulations College Graduates

Congratulations to these church members who are 2006 college graduates:

• Amanda Avery Lee, wife of Greg Lee and daughter of Ms. Anne Avery and Mr. Ron Avery, graduated from Mississippi State University on May 13, 2006 with a Bachelor degree in Elementary Education. Amanda plans to teach Third Grade at Batesville Intermediate School in the Fall.
• Walter Lee Robison, Jr., son of Mr. & Mrs. Lee Robison, graduated from the University of Mississippi with a Bachelor of Accountancy on May 13, 2006. Walt will return to Ole Miss this Fall to pursue his Master’s Degree in Accountancy.

Congratulations High School Graduates

We congratulate these church members and friends of the church who are 2006 high school graduates:

• Josh Boren, son of Mr. & Mrs. Randy Boren, graduated from South Panola High School on Sunday, May 21, 2006. Josh plans to attend Delta State University.
• Sadie Broome, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Erik Broome, graduated from North Delta Academy on Friday, May 12, 2006. Sadie plans to attend the University of Mississippi. Sadie is the recipient of the 2006 $8,000 J. C. Dunlap Scholarship.
• Molly Cox, daughter of Ms. Becky Cox and Mr. Dennis Cox, graduated from South Panola High School on Sunday, May 21, 2006. Molly plans to attend Northwest Community College.
• Patrick Ellis, son of Mr. Jesse Ellis and Mr. & Mrs. Les Taylor, graduated from North Delta Academy on Friday, May 12, 2006. Patrick plans to attend the University of Mississippi.
• William Garner, son of Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Garner, graduated from South Panola High School on Sunday, May 21, 2006. William plans to attend Northwest Community College.
• Katie Prather, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Bryan Prather, graduated from South Panola High School on Sunday, May 21, 2006. Katie plans to attend Delta State University.
• Stuart Risner, son of Mr. & Mrs. Bill Robison, received a certificate from South Panola High School. Stuart received the Courage Award at SPHS. He is working at Custom Adhesives and plans to take continuing education classes at the University of Mississippi in the Fall.
• Justin Rogers, son of Mr. & Mrs. Bill Rogers, graduated from South Panola High School on Sunday, May 21, 2006. Justin plans to attend Northwest Community College.
• Garret Stone, son of Dr. Glen Stone and Mr. & Mrs. Wayne Miller, graduated from South Panola High School on Sunday, May 21, 2006. Garret plans to attend the University of Mississippi.
  

Congregational Meeting & Report from Long Range Planning Committee 5/21

The Session invites all church members to a congregational meeting during the 11:00 A.M. worship service this Sunday, May 21, 2006. The purpose of the meeting is to get the congregation’s approval to sell the G. Wilbur Smith House. During the meeting, Elder Kenny Hopper will give a report from the Long Range Planning Committee explaining the rationale for selling the property and how the money may be used to remodel the Fellowship Hall and the north side of the church. To learn more about this meeting and this project, you may call a member of the Long Range Planning Committee which consists of Kenny Hopper (Moderator), William Cole and Billie Lois Marshall. All interested church members are encouraged to come to the congregational meeting this Sunday.

Thank You from Sadie Broome

Dear Batesville Presbyterian Church,

Thank you so much for awarding me with the J. C. Dunlap Scholarship this year. My parents and I appreciate the financial help. This money will be a great aid in keeping me on track in pharmacy school.

This church has always been like family to me. The constant encouragement that I receive has kept me going. The smiles and kind words that you have shared with me throughout the years have been priceless to me.

Love,

Sadie Broome

Worship Leaders 5/21/06

• Nursery – Nancy Spencer, Beverly Patton

• Wee Worship – Sarah Dell Gray, Molly Hawkins
• 8:30 A.M. Usher – Al Welshans
• 11:00 A.M. Ushers – Chris Ware, Jay Williams, Daniel Lightsey, Rob Maddux
• Greeters – Colleen Clark, Brad Clark, Claire Sanders, Billie Garner
• Acolytes – Jennifer Burnham, Emily Appleton

PYF 5/21/06

This Sunday PYF will meet at the youth house from 6:00-8:00 P.M.

Teacher Appreciation Sunday on May 28, 2006

On Sunday, May 28, our Sunday School teachers will be recognized during the 11:00 A.M. worship service. Make plans to attend as we express appreciation to our teachers for their dedication and hard work to teach our children, youth, and adults each Sunday.

Welcome Visitors

We welcome these who visited in our church on Sunday, May 14^th:

Brooke Vance, Darin Maier, Meredith Carlson, Jean Robison, Hank Robison,

Gloria Strauss, Bobby Reed, Rebecca Reed, Christopher Reed, Michael Cole,

Betty McMillian, Johanna Goree, and Mike Goree.

Welcome Visitors

We welcome these who visited in our church on Sunday, May 14^th:

Brooke Vance, Darin Maier, Meredith Carlson, Jean Robison, Hank Robison,

Gloria Strauss, Bobby Reed, Rebecca Reed, Christopher Reed, Michael Cole,

Betty McMillian, Johanna Goree, and Mike Goree.

Prayer List

Dudley Beall, Lucy Clark, Kathy Davidson, Danny Ferguson, Olivia Fitch, Bobby Hays, Mike Kelly, Jr., J. T. Ketchum, Andy Kozain, Kay Long, Bebe Lyon, Carole Martin, Kayla Massey, Hazel McBride, Jim Minor, Ericia Neyenn, Delaney Perry, Rocky Robison, Mike Turner, Jane Wade, Johnny Walters, Sue Wooten.

Church Bus Drivers Needed

The church will be happy to pay the licensing expenses for any church member who is willing to get their Class C drivers license with a “P” endorsement. We need volunteers to get this license in order to drive our bigger church van.

Church Van Giving

The church has received $3,665 toward the purchase of a larger church van that we recently bought. Thank you to those who have given! If every family gives $300 we can pay for the van instead of taking money from our savings.

Lost and Found Box

A Lost and Found Box has been set up in the Recreation Room. If you have recently lost or misplaced something while at church, please stop by and see if it might be in the Lost and Found box. Thanks!

Graduating Seniors Recognized

Batesville Presbyterian Church celebrated Senior Sunday on May 7, 2006. Our graduating seniors were honored with a brunch by the Presbyterian Women at the home of Dot and Briggs Smith. They were also recognied and presented Bibles from the congregation during the 11:00 A.M. worship service.


Pictured from bottom left to right:
Stuart Risner, Jay & Haley Williams (Youth Directors), Katie Prather, Josh Boren, Sadie Broome, Justin Rogers, Mollie Cox, William Garner, Garret Stone, Patrick Ellis, and Dr. Jon Burnham 

Teacher Appreciation on May 28

On Sunday, May 28th, our Sunday School teachers will be recognized during the 11:00 A.M. worship service. Make plans to attend as we express appreciation to our church school teachers for their dedication and hard work to teach our children, youth, and adults each Sunday.

Men’s Softball

The men’s church softball league starts next week. The schedule should have been posted in the Panolian earlier this week. If you want to play, please call Jay Williams or Brad Clark.

Christian Sympathy

Our Christian sympathy is with the family of Rita Herron whose mother, Ann Burford, died on April 26, 2006.

Birth Announcement

Congratulations to Leslie and Wesley Swain on the birth of their son, Cohen Nicholas Swain, who was born on May 2, 2006 in Lafayette, LA.

Welcome Home Amanda

Amanda Wolfe is back home in Sardis after working several years in the Peace Corp. She will be working this summer at Camp Hopewell as the Outdoor Living Skills Coordinator.

2006 J. C. Dunlap Scholarship Awarded to Sadie Broome

The J. C. Dunlap Scholarship is given by Bob Dunlap to the glory of God and in honor of his father, Mr. J. C. Dunlap. It is for a graduating senior who is an active member of Batesville Presbyterian Church and who plans to attend a four year college in Mississippi. Though the scholarship is administered by the Endowment Committee, under the authority of the Session of the church, the actual selection and approval of the recipient of the scholarship is made by a committee of St. Andrew Presbytery, based on academics, activities and service, church participation, and an essay.

This year the $8,000 J. C. Dunlap Scholarship goes to Miss Sadie Broome, daughter of Terri and Eric Broome. Sadie has maintained a 4.0+ grade point. She is Vice-President of her senior class, was voted Most Likely to Succeed, Star Student, Student Council President, and Math and Science Team Captain (they were 1st place in state). She is a member of: National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, Quill and Scroll, Key Club, and she is on the swim team and plays basketball.

At church, Sadie has been a Greeter, Usher, and Youth Deacon. She has attended the Sr. High Retreat at Camp Hopewell, weekly PYF devotionals, and been on a mission trip to Honduras. She has served on the Presbytery Youth Council, been a member of the Officer Nominating Committee in 2005, and she delivered the sermon on Youth Sunday. Sadie has been a busy young lady!

In her essay, Sadie mentions the encouragement of Dr. Burnham, and the teachings and guidance of Haley and Jay Williams (PYF Directors) and Adam Pittman (Sunday School teacher). She also mentions the support she has received from Batesville Presbyterian Church, which she calls a “constant” in her life.

Sadie is truly an outstanding choice for the 2006 J. C. Dunlap Scholarship. Thank you, Sadie, for all you have meant to Batesville Presbyterian Church, for the way you have represented us to the community and beyond, and for all of the achievements you have made and those still to come!

Senior Brunch

The Presbyterian Women hosted the annual Senior Brunch at the home of Dot and Briggs Smith on May 7, 2006. 

Congregational Meeting on May 21, 2006

The Session has called a congregational meeting for Sunday, May 21, 2006, during the 11:00 A.M. worship service. The purpose of the meeting is to get the congregation's approval to sell the G. Wilbur Smith House.

Church Bus Drivers Needed

The church will be happy to pay the licensing expenses for any church member who is willing to get their Class C drivers license with a "P" endorsement. We need volunteers to get this license in order to drive our bigger church van.

Third Annual Snellgrove Golf Scramble

Mark your calendar for the Third Annual Snellgrove Golf Scramble on Saturday, June 24, at the Panola Country Club. There will be a shot-gun start at 8:00 A.M. The format is a three person scramble. The cost is $35 each.

Thanks to Suzan & Ben Graves

The congregation thanks Suzan and Ben Graves for their work in cleaning out and organizing the nursery and craft room.

Confirmands with Pastor on Easter Sunday, 2006

 

Birth Announcement

Bay Newell Brush, son of Lisa and David Brush, was born on April 20,
2006. He weighed 7 lbs. 12 ounces. Bay is the grandson of Jann
Williams.

Christian Sympathy

Our Christian sympathy is with the family of W.D. Gordon who died on
April 19, 2006. Mr. Gordon is the father of our long-time organist,
Reggie Gordon. The family requests memorials be given to the Reggie
Gordon Flower Fund. Visitation is this Saturday, April 22, at 10:00
A.M. at First Baptist Church with the funeral to follow at 11:00 A.M.
on Saturday, April 22, at First Baptist Church in Batesville.

PYF Scavenger Hunt on April 23, 2006

• This Sunday we are going to a cabin in the country for a scavenger hunt that will test your skills out in the wild.  We will meet at the church at 5:00 P.M. and return at 8:00 P.M.  This includes Jr. High as well.

 

Worship Leaders on April 23, 2006

• Nursery – Missy Baker, Sarah Ashton Baker
• Wee Worship–Sara Helen Ware, Chris Ware
• 8:30 A.M. Usher – David Maddux
• 11:00 A.M. Ushers – Andrea Staten, Adam Pittman, Sadie Broome, Scott Honnoll
• Greeters – Susan Lewis, Cooper Lewis, Lucile Monk, Paulette Norman
• Acolytes – Jennifer Burnham, Mary Lynn Lewis

Baptism on April 23, 2006

• Maggie Grace Henry, daughter of Mandy & Kevin Henry and granddaughter of Peggy & Wallace Henry, will be baptized during the 11:00 A.M. worship service on April 23, 2006.

Welcome Visitors on Easter Sunday

We welcome these folks who visited in our church on Easter Sunday, April 16^th:

      Sadie Jackson, Geoffrey Jackson, Kate

      Jackson, Christian Jackson, Chris Jackson,

      Bobby Reed, Rebecca Reed, Christopher

      Reed, Calvin King, Jr., Matt Portia, Anna

      Katharine Tye, Dixie Lamb, Mazie Lamb,

      Mitchell Daugherty, Magda Gonzalez,

      Chloe Gonzalez, Amanda Wolfe, George

      Randolph, Faye Lewis, Jessica Ellis,

      Ann Haynes, Michael Magee, Jeff Magee,

      Kelley Magee, Will Magee, Rusty Lamb,

      Missy Cannon, Mary Alice Wink, Bob

      Wink, Pat Baker, Charlie Baker, Brad

      Greenlee, Julie Greenlee, Michael Cole,

      Machael Sorrells, Mary Frances Woods,

      Kaila Duarte, Helen Kelly, Travis

      Matthews, Betty Jane Matthews, Chris

      Pino, Carly Ginn, Betty McMillian,

      Calvin Patton, Roxann Patton, Josh

      Patton, Hali Ragon, Whitney Prather,

      Tyler Brewer, Virginia Harrison, Jean

      Robison, Hank Robison, Sabina Szylobryt,

      Windham Vance, Darin Mair, Brooke

      Vance, Bryce Colbert, Britt Colbert, Jennifer

      Colbert, Mary Ellen Wills, Ken Wills, Libby

      Minor, Bobby Risner, Carey Prather, Joe

      VanDyke, Gerry VanDyke, Leonard

      VanDyke, Tanner Cruse, Loren Cruse,

      Shannon Cruse, Tory Cruse, Maria Prather,

      Bryan Prather, Katie Prather.

Christian Sympathy

• Our Christian sympathy is with Ruth Kelly and family in the death of her brother-in-law, Bernie Bruce.

One Great Hour of Sharing Offering Update

• A total of $867.00 was given to the One Great Hour of Sharing Offering on Easter Sunday. Thank you to everyone who generously gave to support Presbyterian Disaster Assistance through this offering.

Easter Egg Hunt Thanks

• We had a perfect day to hunt eggs on Saturday, April 15^th!  Thank you to Jane & George Carlson who graciously hosted our hunt and to PYF who hid the eggs.  An eager group of hunters and parents turned out for this annual event. Thank you to all who made the hunt possible!

 

Senior Sunday on May 7, 2006

• Presbyterian Women will honor our 2006 graduating seniors and their parents with a brunch at the home of Dot and Briggs Smith on Sunday, May 7, 2006 at 9:30 A.M.
• Seniors being honored are:  Sadie Broome, Molly Cox, William Garner, Stuart Risner, Justin Rogers, Garret Stone, Josh Boren, Patrick Ellis, and Katie Prather.  The graduates will also be recognized at the 11:00 A.M. worship service on that same day, Sunday, May 7, 2006.

Presbytery Meeting on May 2, 2006

• The Presbytery of St. Andrew will have the Spring stated meeting at the Waterford Church at 9:00 A.M. on May 2, 2006.

Inquirer’s Class on April 30 - May 28, 2006

• Dr. Jon Burnham will teach an Inquirer's Class each Sunday in the Upper Room church school class from 9:45 A.M. until 10:30 A.M. beginning April 30^th and concluding on May 28^th when those who take the class may join the church if they wish.  The class is open to anyone considering joining the church and current members who wish to learn more about the church.

Scholarship Presentation 4/30/06

• The Endowment and Trusts Committee will award a scholarship from the church during the 11:00 A.M. worship service on April 30, 2006.

Vacation Bible School on June 19-23, 2006

Adventure of the

Treasure Seekers

Exploring God's Promises 

Vacation Bible School 

June 19^th-23^rd 

      We invite all children ages 4 through 5^th grade to be a part of the excitement at our Vacation Bible School, Adventure of the Treasure Seekers:  Exploring God's Promises. 

      With this archaeology-themed VBS, children will be transformed into young archaeologists or Treasure Seekers.  Each day, they will dig into the Word of God to discover one of God's most previous promises.  Through daily "Discovery Digs," children will find treasures that will remind them of these promises.  The Bible stories presented at Promise Point will illustrate the promise and encourage further exploration into the Bible.  Your children will extend their learning through every activity:  making their own special treasures in the Art-i-facts lab, enjoying tasty snacks at the Canteen Cabana, singing fun Treasure Seekers tunes at Rhythm Rock, learning how to share God's treasures with others at Mission Tel, and participating in recreational activities at Treasure Track. 

      Volunteers are needed.  Call Haley Williams at 563-9092, or Sara Helen Ware at 578-3983.  

Confirmands reaffirm faith on Easter Sunday

We welcome these church members who have been examined and received by the Session and confirmed their faith on Easter Sunday, April 16, 2006: Sarah Ashton Baker, Adam Cummins, Calvin Hawkins, Mary Jane Morrow, Bryan Nickle, Walker Robison, Spencer VanDyke and Carlee Woods. In addition, Sarah Ashton Baker was baptized on Easter Sunday.

Maundy Thursday Worship 4/13/06

• Come and celebrate communion and a tennebrae service this Thursday, April 13^th, at 7:00 P.M. in the sanctuary.

Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, 04/15/06

• The annual Easter Egg Hunt is planned for Saturday, April 15^th, at 11:00 A.M. at the home of Jane and George Carlson, 505 College Street.  Children – please remember to bring 2 dozen plastic filled eggs with you.  Thanks a lot and we'll see you there!

Confirmation Class on Easter Sunday

• These Confirmation Class members have been received as confirmed members by the Session and will be recognized during the 11:00 A.M. service on Easter Sunday:  Sarah Ashton Baker, Adam Cummins, Calvin Hawkins, Mary Jane Morrow, Bryan Nickle, Walker Robison, Spencer VanDyke, and Carlee Woods.

Worship Leaders on Easter Sunday

• Nursery – Sally Nickle, Vicki Robison
• Worship – Connie Waldrup, Susan Hardy
• 8:30 A.M. Usher – David Maddux
• 11:00 A.M. Ushers – Andrea Staten, Adam Pittman, Kenneth Brasell, Howard Hawkins
• Greeters – Nancy Spencer, Johnny Spencer, Anabelle Paulk, Russel Paulk
• Acolytes – Mitchell Mundroff, Canice Nickle

PYF 4/16/06

• This Sunday, April 16^th, PYF is cancelled.

 

Presbyterian Women / Special Gathering

• On Sunday, April 30^th, PW will gather for our annual Birthday Celebration.  All women of BPC, including members of the Morning, Afternoon, and Night Circles are invited to attend a Potluck Salad Luncheon in the Recreation Room immediately following the 11:00 A.M. worship service.  Just bring your favorite salad dish and join us for this special event!  Remember, the annual Birthday Offering will be received during the program.

PYF High Challenge

• PYF members mark your calendar for the High Challenge Course on Saturday, April 29^th, at Camp Hopewell.  We will meet at the church at 11:00 A.M. and return at 5:00 P.M.  This will be an event you will not want to miss!

Men's Softball

• The City of Batesville's Church softball league begins the week of May 8^th.  If you are interested in playing on the men's team, contact Jay Williams at 934-6146.  It will cost $25 per person to play plus the cost of a jersey if you don't already have one from the previous years.

Inquirer's Class

• Dr. Jon Burnham will teach an Inquirer's Class each Sunday in the Upper Room church school class from 9:45 A.M. until 10:30 A.M. beginning April 30^th and concluding on May 28^th when those who take the class may join the church if they wish.  The class is open to anyone considering joining the church and current members who wish to learn more about the church.

Welcome New Member

• We welcome Ruth Kelly as an active member of our church.  Ruth had previously been an affiliate member and now has become an active member.

Welcome Visitors

We welcome these who visited in our church on Sunday, April 9^th:

            Rebecca York Bell, Leslie Anne Bell,

            Walton Bell, Maria Prather, Bryan Prather,

            Carey Prather, Kelly Major, Jonathan

            Mackey, Kyle Foshee, Sally Durr.

Wedding Congratulations

• Congratulations to Jennifer Myers and Reggie Garner who were married in the sanctuary of Batesville Presbyterian Church on Saturday, April 8, 2006.

Christian Sympathy

• Our Christian sympathy is with the family of Claudia Burkes in the death of her nephew, William Tyler Gray, who died last weekend.

 

Prayer List

• Dudley Beall, Bernie Bruce, Ann Burford, Lucy Clark, Kathy Davidson, Danny Ferguson, Bobby Hays, Jerry Holloway, Mike Kelly, Jr., Jay Kilpatrick, Andy Kozain, Kay Long, Bebe Lyon, Hazel McBride, Carole Martin, Kayla Massey, Jim Minor, Erica Neyenn, Delaney Perry, Peggie Robertson, Mike Turner, Lib Vinson, Johnny Walters, Sue Wooten.

 

Teachers Needed

• Our drive for Time and Talents yielded many volunteers for our programs yet help is still needed in some crucial areas.  Teachers for Sunday School and Vacation Bible School are still needed.  If we do not have volunteers, we will not have classes.  Please consider where you can serve and sign up on the bulletin board across from the pastor's office.  Thanks!

 

Spring Picnic 06/04/06

• Mark your calendar now for our next big church wide fellowship event which is the Spring Picnic at the church on Sunday, June 4, 2006 at 5:30 P.M.

 

Vacation Bible School

• We are inviting all children ages 4 through 5^th grade to be a part of the excitement at our Vacation Bible School, "Adventure of the Treasure Seekers:  Exploring God's Promises."  With this archaeology-themed VBS, children will be transformed into young archaeologists or Treasure Seekers.  Come dig with us at BPC on June 19^th – 23^rd from 9:00 A.M. until Noon.

• Volunteers are needed.  Call Haley Williams at 563-9092 or Sara Helen Ware at 578-3983.

One Great Hour of Sharing Offering 4/16/06

• Come prepared to give to the One Great Hour of Sharing Offering on Easter Sunday, April 16^th, at the 8:30 and 11:00 A.M. worship services.

Church Van Giving

• The church has received $1,285 toward the purchase of a larger church van that we recently bought.  Thank you to those who have given!  If every family gives $300 we can pay for the van instead of taking money from our savings.

Long Range Planning Committee

Long Range Planning Committee

The Session has established a Long Range Planning Committee consisting of Kenny Hopper as Moderator, William Cole and Billie Lois Marshall. Three months from now they will report back to the Session with their recommendations. They invite your suggestions about the issues outlined below.

The Long Range Planning Committee will:

1. Review all church property including the old sanctuary, Whitten House, Youth House and vacant lot next to the church.

2.  Determine parking requirements and needs and review the church's use of the First Security Bank parking lot.

3. Contact the First United Methodist Church of Batesville and other area churches including those in Oxford and Tupelo to determine cost of construction of a Family Life Center.

4. Contact First Baptist Church of Batesville to determine the cost of upkeep, maintenance and personnel on their Family Life Center.

5. Determine the cost to repair the old sanctuary and consider how it may be used if repaired.

6. Determine the best location and size of a new building and consider a range of building materials such as red steel.

7. Receive reports and recommendations from any church member who has contacted architects or other professionals in regard to these matters.

8. Consult with other church members, church groups or outside experts as needed.

9. Report their recommendations to the Session six months after they are established.

Maundy Thursday Worship

Come celebrate communion and a tenebrae service this Thursday at 7:00 P.M. in the sanctuary.

Confirmation Class on Easter Sunday

These Confirmation Class members will be received as confirmed members by the Session this Wednesday, April 12, at 7:00 P.M. and will be recognized during the 11:00 A.M. service on Easter Sunday: Sarah Ashton Baker, Adam Cummins, Calvin Hawkins, Mary Jane Morrow, Bryan Nickle, Walker Robison, Spencer VanDyke and Carlee Woods.

Welcome Ruth Kelly

We welcome Ruth Kelly as an active member our church. Ruth had previously been an affiliate member and now has become an active member.

Celebration Sunday at First Church, Pascagoula, MS

First Presbyterian Church
Pascagoula, Mississippi

cordially invites you to

Celebration Sunday
Worship Service and Luncheon
April 30, 2006
10:30 am

Please join us
as we rededicate our sanctuary after
Hurricane Katrina

RSVP
Church
222.762.2824 or
fpc@frstpres.org

"To God be the glory"

Officer Meetings in April

• The Deacons will meet on Monday night, April 10^th, at 6:00 P.M. in the Session Room.
• The Administration, Mission, and Property Committees will meet on Monday night, April 10^th, at 6:30 P.M. at the church.
• The Session will meet on Monday night, April 10^th, at 7:00 P.M. in the Session Room and on Wednesday,. April 12, at 7:00 P.M. to examine the Confirmation Class.

Holy Week Services

Palm Sunday, April 9^th

8:30 A.M. & 11:00 A.M. worship services

 

Maundy Thursday

April 13^th

7:00 P.M. communion

& tennebrae service

 

Easter Egg Hunt, Saturday, April 15^th

11:00 A.M. @ the Carlson's,

505 College St .

 

Easter Sunday, April 16^th

8:30 A.M. & 11:00 A.M.

worship services

 

Confirmation class acknowledged

during 11:00 A.M. service

on Easter Sunday

 

"One Great Hour of Sharing" offering received on Easter Sunday

Your support of One Great Hour of Sharing brings fresh water to thirsty communities around the globe. 

• Eleven-year-old Erube lives in a small village in a drought-plagued country in southern Africa.  Two or three times daily, she walks three miles round-trip to fetch water.  Most days there's no time for school.
• Meanwhile, in Indonesia, Muhamad's small village washed away in the December 2004 tsunami.  Half his family was lost in the disaster.  Even survivors faced death when only contaminated water was available.
• Roughly 1.1 billion people worldwide lack access to safe water.  Nearly all of them live in developing nations.  Without a stable source many people suffer from thirst, famine and disease.  However, when we give lovingly, hope emerges in unexpected places.

In villages like Erube's, for instance, One Great Hour of Sharing supports initiatives to drill local wells designed to protect water from contamination.  Those wells spell freedom for children like Erube to do what they're best at:  being children. 

Meanwhile, Muhamad and his neighbors know the impact of One Great Hour of Sharing because they now have clean water and basic sanitation.  That frees villagers like Muhamad to focus energy on the long process of recovering life and community.

      "When was it that we saw you thirsty and gave you something to drink?" they asked.  And Jesus answered them, "When you did it to the least of these…"  Come prepared to give to the One Great Hour of Sharing Offering on Easter Sunday, April 16^th, at the 8:30 and 11:00 A.M. worship services.

Flowers on Easter Sunday

• On April 16^th, the sanctuary will be decorated with Easter lilies from the Reggie Gordon Flower Fund and from memorials and honorariums.  To order one or more Easter lilies, fill out a form (located on church office hallway table) and return it to the church office by Monday, April 10^th.

Confirmation Class

• The Confirmation Class will conclude on Wednesday, April 12. The class will meet at 6:00 P.M. and will be examined by the Session at 7:00 P.M.  All young people who complete the course may confirm their faith during the 11:00 A.M. worship service on Easter Sunday.

VBS ~ June 19th – 23rd

            We are inviting all children ages 4 through 5^th grade to be a part of the excitement at our Vacation Bible School, "Adventure of the Treasure Seekers:  Exploring God's Promises."  With this archaeology-themed VBS, children will be transformed into young archaeologists or Treasure Seekers.  Each day, they will dig into the Word of God to discover one of God's most precious promises.  The five promises of God we want all children to know are:  God Loves You, God Knows You, God Treasures You, God Forgives You, and God Is With You.  Through daily "Discovery Digs," children will find treasures that will remind them of these promises.  Children will extend their learnings through every activity:  making their own special treasures in the Art-i-facts Lab, enjoying tasty snacks at the Canteen Cabana, singing fun Treasure Seekers tunes at Rhythm Rock, learning how to share God's treasures with others at Mission Tel, and participating in recreational activities at Treasure Track. 

Come dig with us at Batesville Presbyterian Church on June 19–23  from 9:00 A.M. until Noon. Volunteers are needed. Call Haley Williams at 563-9092 or Sara Helen Ware at 578-3983!

Wedding Invitation

Mr. and Mrs. John David Myers

 

request the honour of your presence

 

at the marriage of their daughter

 

Jennifer Lynn

 

to

 

Mr. Reginald Mark Garner, Jr.

 

Saturday, the eighth of April

 

Two thousand and six

 

at six o'clock in the evening

 

Batesville Presbyterian Church

 

Batesville , Mississippi

 

and afterwards for the reception

 

299 Westmoreland Circle

PW Meetings in April

• The Presbyterian Women Afternoon Circle will meet on Monday, April 10^th, at 2:00 P.M. in the Rec Room.
• The Presbyterian Women Morning Circle will meet on Tuesday, April 11^th, at 9:30 A.M. in the home of Anne Isch, 200 Brinkley Lane.

PYF 4/9/06

• This Sunday PYF will meet at the youth house.  The Jr. Highs will meet at 6:00 P.M. and dismiss at 7:00 P.M.  The Sr. Highs will join the Jr. Highs at 6:30 P.M. for dinner and dismiss at 8:00 P.M.

Worship Leaders 4/9/06

• Nursery – Jann Williams, Mona Pittman
• Wee Worship – Meg Woods, Dianne Lightsey
• 8:30 A.M. Usher – David Maddux
• 11:00 A.M. Ushers – Andrea Staten, Adam Pittman, Tommy Brooks, Taylor Riddick
• Greeters – Candy Hopper, Kenny Hopper, Mandy Henry, Kevin Henry
• Acolytes – Charley Ann Nix, Emily Appleton

Welcome Visitors

We welcome these who visited in our church on Sunday, April 2^nd:

            Elizabeth Weiss, Kathryn Jackson, Christian

            Jackson, Sandra Jackson, Chris Jackson,

            Maria Prather, Katie Prather, Bryan Prather,

            Candice Reed, Brooke Vance, Darin Maier.

Thank You

Dear Batesville Presbyterian Church,

            Thank you for your prayers and concern during my grandfather's recent illness and death.  I am truly blessed to be involved in a congregation as great as ours.  I also thank you for your gift to his memorial in Greenwood, Ms.  My family is very appreciative of your generosity.  Knowing that I have the church family I do makes facing difficult times much easier.  Thank you again.

                        God bless,

                        Brad Clark