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Volume 15 Issue 8 SEPTEMBER 23, 2010

Following is the prayer given at the
MEMORIAL ENTRANCE dedication of the Memorial Entrance on
September 12:
DEDICATION
Eternal God, high and holy, no building can
On Sunday September 12 at 8:30 pm, over contain your glory. May these doors
sixty people gathered to unveil and dedicate welcome one and all to this building which
the new memorial entrance to our church. For is a gathering place for all your people.
many years the “back door” has looked just like May the light of this cross be a beacon to
that even though this is the door through which one and all; an inviting presence. When we
many folks enter our building, not only on worship, let us worship gladly; when we
Sundays but throughout study, let us learn your truth. May every
the week. meeting held here meet with you approval
The memorial so that this building may stand as a sign of
committee designated your Spirit at work in the world and as a
money for a new witness to our Lord and Savior Jesus
memorial entrance. We Christ.
now have new doors and a Lord God, your Son, Jesus Christ, said, “I
very handsome roof stand at the door and knock. If anyone
covering the door. The opens the door I will come in.” We pray
highlight is a back that these doors might be opened to one
lighted stained glass and all in the spirit of Jesus Christ and so
cross made by our own John Hecker. we dedicate them in memory of loved ones,
This memorial entrance is part of our new to the glory of your name. Amen.
roof project which is now completed. This now
completed project also includes the re-painting
of the rear addition to match the various colors
in the original brick building. What a difference
it makes to park in our lot and enter the church
through our new entrance.
We owe special thanks to Jim Franzen, chair
of our Board of Trustees and to Chic Gray the
“clerk of the works”, who spent time each and “Rage”
every day overseeing this project. If you have You may remember the case of Rodney King
not made a gift or pledge to the “Raise the a number of years ago. This African American
Roof” campaign, there is still time to do so. man was beaten by police. There were riots
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and demonstrations and a trial. King asked: essentials unity, in non-essentials diversity.
“Why can’t we all just get along?” In all things love.”
This comment became famous because it
seemed so naïve. Comedians used it and it was Your pastor,
quoted to show how simple minded such a John
sentiment was. Yes, it was naïve but it voiced a
feeling that many people had and still have.
Once again, we are in the midst of the political
season. In less than two months there will be an
WORSHIP SCHEDULE
election. Political pundits tell us that major
changes are on the way, and perhaps they are. September 26:
There are important and significant issues out Harvest Sunday
there. The two major political parties are more Amos 6:1a, 4-7;
at odds than they have been in many years and Psalm 146; I
there is a bubbling anger, even rage which spills
Timothy 6:6-9;
over into over the top language and sometimes
Luke 16:19-31
actions.
Americans have always been at odds over how “Merciful Reversal”
to govern the country. This is not something
new, but has been with us from the beginning of October 3: World Communion Sunday
our nation. There has always been anger and Habakkuk 1:1-4; 2:1-4; Psalm 37:1-9; 2
yes, even rage from time to time. What Timothy 1:1-14; Luke 17:5-10
concerns me in these days is the rage which if “Results”
unabated may well boil over into something
which will poison our whole political process.
October 10:
There are differences of opinion and there
2 Kings 5:1-3, 7-15c; Psalm 111; 2 Timothy
always have been. It is one thing to debate with
2:8-15; Luke 17:11-19
understanding the differences and to make
choices. It is entirely another thing to poison “Simple?”
the atmosphere by using rhetoric which is more
than over the top and which often is not based October 17:
on fact. Such behavior is engaged in on all sides Genesis 32:22-31; Psalm 121; 2 Timothy
of the debate. No one is pure! 3:14-4:5; Luke 18:1-8
As Christians we have a stake in how human “Wrestling, questioning, itching,
beings are treated, because we believe that persisting”
God is the creator of all peoples. All Christians
do not agree on all issues. When we draw lines
that are not drawn in Scripture; when we
October 24:
demonize those who disagree with us; when we
toss around words and phrases which tear down Jeremiah 14:7-10, 19-22; Psalm 84:1-7; 2
the humanity we all share as children of God, Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18; Luke 18:9-14
then we contribute to the kind of a world which “Humility”
none of us really want.
Maybe King’s cry, “why can’t we all just get
along”, is a bit naïve. There is a phrase, though,
that might be of help at a time of rage: “In
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BOARDS AND COMMITTEES
UPDATES
THANKS TO TRUSTEES AND OTHERS!

In late 2009, I was asked by the Board of

Trustees to make a stained glass window which
would be placed on the front face of the canopy
covering the south parking lot entrance to the
church that was constructed as part of the 2010
summer roofing project. I graciously agreed and
felt honored that they would think of me to work
on the project. I designed and crafted the window
in March, April, and May of 2010.
However, work couldn’t have been completed
without the help of other church members. Pastor
John Cedarleaf assisted in the selection of the
design. I had several possibilities and relied on MORNING CIRCLE
John’s judgment to be sure the design was
acceptable. The Memorial Committee, consisting
of Joyce Cowden, Muriel Gabbey, Jan Hecker and Morning Circle will meet on October 12 at
Carol Moran recommended the glass colors. They 10:00. Maureen Chisholm, Fairport Police
certainly should receive a huge, “Thanks” for their Chief, will give us safety tips for
help. Betty Shamblen volunteered her expertise seniors. She is scheduled to speak at 10 AM,
and gave additional advice on the colors and with our usual business meeting following.
design. Without her insistence, I doubt that I New members are always welcome to join
would have “signed” the window on the bottom us--bring a sandwich and stay for lunch.
right piece of light blue glass. Jim Franzen did a
super job adding the finishing touch – framing the
so that it could be displayed in Fellowship Hall
during the summer months until it was put in place EVENING CIRCLE
on the front of the canopy in late August. Lastly,
Joe Charles spent many hours working on the Evening Circle Meeting will be Monday,
electrical wiring so that the window could be October 18th at 7 PM in Fellowship Hall.
back-lit. Ray Anderson and his friend Paul will be
The official dedication of the back entrance and
speaking to us on the Honor Flight that flies
unveiling of the window took place on Sunday,
September 12, 2010 at 8:30 PM. WWII Veterans from Rochester to
Thanks, again, to all the people who assisted the Memorial in Washington DC. New
with the window. members are always welcome--please join
This is the second window I have been asked to us. And don't forget, items for the Perinton
make for the church – the first being a replacement Food Shelf are always needed. Call Carol
window that currently is above the north facing Moran or Norma Harrington for more
west side entrance. information.
John Hecker
September 12, 2010
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Course, and/or the 3rd Annual Pasta Dinner
COMMUNITY AND VOLUNTEER at Church of the Assumption. Or check out
OPPORTUNITIES the Safe Journey sponsored kid's activities
in Kennelly Park during the FPMA
Scarecrow Festival.
For more info, go to
PERINTON MOPS www.safejourney.org/events1.html or call
425-1580.
A small amount of your time can go a long
way toward helping a mother connect with
others. Perinton Mothers of Preschoolers
(MOPS) welcomes loving, Christian ROCHESTER COMMUNITY
volunteers of all ages to care for children one BURIAL FUND
to two meetings a month (every first and third We wish to announce that the Greater
Friday). Materials and assistance will be Rochester Community of Churches (GRCC)
provided. With a commitment as small as two is collaborating with Monroe County to
hours, you can help inaugurate a Rochester Community
MOPS encourage, Supplemental Burial Fund to meet the
equip and develop burial needs of the poor in our community.
every mother of Our current task is to begin raising money
preschoolers to for this supplemental burial fund.
realize her potential. The burial fund has hopes of reaching a
Contact Jennifer $10,000 goal by the end of the year
Giorgi at 598-3752- so money will be available for those most
if you can help. Jennifer is a member here at needing assistance. The Department of
our church and is a member of MOPS. This Faith Based Initiatives at Westfall Road
will be her 2nd year of MOPS for her and her continues to make final decisions about
son Andrew, who is 4. If you are a mother of money that is available to families that
preschoolers and would like to connect with qualify.
other mothers, you can go to Please consider a donation individually, or
http://www.mops.org to learn about MOPS or by church or business. It is very important
contact 223-7494 for information on our that we all rally to do so.
Perinton chapter. To know more or pay online with Paypal:
http://www.grcc.org/

SAFE JOURNEY FUNDRAISER

SAVE THE DATE! Saturday, October 9th: FAMILY NEWS

Safe Journey - an outreach ministry of our
church - that provides resources and support
to women and children after domestic SUNDAY MORNING ADULT
violence, is holding 4 events on Sat, 10/9 to EDUCATION
raise money and awareness of domestic
violence in our community. Please support October 3-“Making Mountains out of
Safe Journey at the 8th Annual 5k Run/Walk, Mosques” and other hot topics for discussion.
the 1-Mile Family Fun Run & Obstacle
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October 10- “Apostles Creed” by Dr Timothy
Dwyer
October 17- “Apostles Creed” by Dr. Timothy
Dwyer
October 24-“Understanding the Muslim Faith”
October 31- “Christianity and Islam”
Wednesday
Morning Bible
Study continues to
focus on the
following Sunday
morning readings.
We meet at 11am
and conclude with
communion in the
sanctuary.
PRE-SCHOOL AND
ELEMENTARY
Rotation Classes Learn about
Genesis and Creation
During the months of September and
October, the rotation students will be learning
about Creation for 4 weeks followed by the
topics of Exodus and Moses .They will
experience these lessons through movies,
storytelling and games, art, and drama.
Following up from the kindness chart from
last year, the students will continue to work on
this idea by discussing the topic of acceptance.
Through activities and discussion they will
develop skills in order to relate to and interact
with all types of people.
October 15 is Family Movie Night
Join your friends from Sunday school from
7-9pm on Friday, October 15 for Family
Movie Night. It will be held in Upper
Fellowship Hall. Snacks will be provided.
You are welcome to wear your pajamas and
bring your favorite stuffed animal! Watch
the bulletin board in Fellowship Hall for the
announcement of the movie title.
Undie Sunday Collection
Our annual Undie Sunday collection has
begun and will end October 3. Please bring
in children’s underwear sizes small and
medium for boys and girls ages 5-6. Also
needed are hats, socks, warm gloves, jackets
and sweatpants in size small. These
donations will benefit the children in School
33 in Rochester.
JUNIOR & SENIOR HIGH
HAPPENINGS
Sunday School
Junior High will begin Sunday School
learning about the life of Jesus
Senior High will be studying the Book of
Psalms and experience Imaginative Prayer.
September 26 is the Mission Trip
Presentation
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The 2010 mission trip participants will be
leading the adult education class on Sunday,
September 26. They will have a slideshow and
describe why the mission trip through Reach
workcamps is so meaningful to them and the
impact it has on their lives as Christians.
then break into separate youth groups for
discussion. It will end between 8:30 and
9pm. Referral information and counselors
will be available. This event is open to
Grades 9-12 and parents are strongly
encouraged to attend. There will be a sign
up sheet in Fellowship Hall. If you have
questions please call Mrs. Hamill at 746-
9275.

Girls Getaway!
The annual girls retreat at Watson Homestead
will be October 16-17. This is open to all girls Halloween Parties
and their moms (or other female adult such as
aunts, grandmas..) They will be leaving Friday October 29
Fairport at 1pm on Saturday and return 5pm
on Sunday. If you have not already signed up Junior High will be meeting at the church
then please contact Mrs. Weidman ASAP at for their annual Halloween party from 7-
223-8978. 9:30pm. Arrive in your best costume!

The Senior High Annual Halloween Party is

also scheduled for October 29th. Be
October 3 : To Save A Life Movie prepared for a terrifying screams and
Event uncontrollable laughter!

The Eastside Youth Workers are presenting

the movie “To Save A Life” at St. Johns of
Rochester Parish Center on Oct.3 from 5-
8:30pm. This is a powerful movie that
addresses the challenges and choices that
teens confront every day. It deals with
acceptance, social divisions, school violence,
cutting, suicide, underage drinking, teen
pregnancy and divorce. The event begins at
5pm with pizza in the cafeteria. The movie
will be shown from 5:30-7:30pm. We will
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OUR CHURCH FAMILY
REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS
WELCOME TO OUR NEW
MEMBERS! Barbara Eaton, Perinton Park Manor

Charlotte Jackson, Fairport Baptist Home

On September 12, 2010 we had three new
members join our church family. They are: Shirley Sumner, Perinton Park Manor

Suzanne Boland, 1110 Yorkshire Way, Victor, Les Warren, Fairport Baptist Home
NY has “re-join” our congregation. Many know
Suzanne from the years she and her husband,
Richard, lived and raised their family in Fairport.
After retiring, they moved to Georgia to be closer
to some of the grandchildren. Now as that set of
grandchildren have grown, they decided to move Isabel Beverly
back to upstate NY to be closer to another set of
Law was born
grandchildren! Welcome back.
August 20,
Joyce Cowden, 96 Matthew Drive, Fairport, NY 2010. She is
has really been part of our congregation for years. the daughter
Joyce was our church secretary for almost twenty of Colleen and
years, retiring in December, 1996. She has been a Bryan Law,
long-time member of the Morning Circle and has and the granddaughter of Barb and Dave
served on the Memorial Committee. She and her Law. Congratulations!
husband, Charles, enjoy gardening, and visiting
with their granddaughter, Mary.

Kenneth Harris, 10 Bradford Hill Road, Fairport,

NY has attended our church and is a well-known
member of the Fairport Community since he
served as President of the Board of Education. Our sympathy
He is a retiree of Monroe BOCES. Ken and his is extended to
late wife, Rose Marie, were the donors of the Tom and the
“Noah’s Ark” print that decorates the back wall of Rev. Glenda
the church office. Prins on the
death of their
We are so pleased that these long-time friends of daughter
our congregation have become members! Katherine who
died peacefully
on September 14, after several hospital stays
over the past year. A memorial service was
held at Webster United Church of Christ on
September 20. Glenda is our regional
NEXT EPISTLE’S DEADLINE IS conference minister.
3 PM OCTOBER 21, 2010!