WPC Daily News

The Sunday morning Adult Discussion Group Wrestling With Angels: An Intimate Look at the Tough Questions of Life will focus on Why Me? with Philip Yancy: If You’re So Good Why Are Things So Awful? It is a video/discussion study. Six well-known authors/communicators speak honestly of their deepest struggles with life’s really tough questions. Their very intimate and personal stories and insights form the launch points into what God has for us when we face these tough issues and situations. It will meet at 8:30 am in the Founders’ Room.

The Middle School and High School Youth will begin their Holy Moses’ Christmas Pie Sale as they begin to take orders for the holidays today. Place your order with a youth today. They will be delivered in time for the family and friend’s arrivial!

10:00 am Communion/Fruits of the Harvest and Thanksgiving Sunday Worship with The Reverend Jeannine Frenzel preaching. Our first graders will have the first communion during worship this Sunday!

7:00 PM Join the Westhampton Clergy Council as they lead the Ecumenical Community Thanksgiving Service this evening. The Reverend Anne Heil McAnelly is preaching.

Our Middle School youth leave today for the Junior High Retreat at the Presbyterian Camp and Conference Center in Holmes, New York. The theme of the retreat is “Got a Gift – Unwrap It!” There is a possibility for a Late Registration if you have not yet registered. Call the church office by 4:00 pm if you are able to attend. The cost of the retreat is $50.00 (Scholarship Assistance is available).

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday. Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

10:00 am We are host to the East End Presbyterian Parish as they meet today in Parish Hall. Come out and share in the meeting and find out what other Presbyterian Churches are doing on the East End.

6:30 pm Stretch and Tone with Linni Deihl begins for the fall/winter this evening. It is open to all who wish to be more physically fit—and who plan to eat a lot as the holidays approach. Make a commitment to physical fitness!

The Christmas Bazaar Workshop meets at 10:00 am. This is open to all who wish to work a craft to support the Christmas Bazaar.

The Board of Trustees meets this evening at 7:00 pm in the Founders’ Room.

Many thanks to Karen Neubauer, Marcia Koziarz and Nancy Winters for the wonderful display of the fruits of the harvest that welcomed us and enlivened our worship space this morning. Photos of the beauty follow:

Sunday, November 16^th from 11:30am-1pm middle and high school youth will bake bread and homemade cards for the community Thanksgiving Baskets. Meet in Bailey Hall after worship to work on this project.

8:30 AM Session Retreat on Church Finances and Developing the Mission Vision Process

The Sunday morning Adult Discussion Group will begin Wrestling With Angels: An Intimate Look at the Tough Questions of Life on Sunday, November 16^th at 8:30 am in the Founders’ Room. It is a video/discussion study. Six well-known authors/communicators speak honestly of their deepest struggles with life’s really tough questions. Their very intimate and personal stories and insights form the launch points into what God has for us when we face these tough issues and situations. This Sunday the focus is on Guidance with Tony Campolo: “How Do I Know What to Do?”

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday. Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Be part of the Seeker’s Class! It is an opportunity to learn more about Westhampton Presbyterian Church and what it means to be a Christian in the Presbyterian and Reformed Tradition. Offered periodically, it is a good way to explore the faith and ministry we share, and to become involved. Meeting three times, we explore what being Presbyterian means, how the church runs, and the ministry and mission we do together. The next Seeker’s Class starts Sunday, November 16, at 11:15 am. Being part of the group does not mean a commitment to becoming a WPC member. WPC maintains both a list of members and a list of friends of the church. If you would like to attend the Seeker’s Class or would like more information, contact Pastor Peter after worship or call: 288-2576.

This past Sunday the Middle and High School Youth collected food for the Community Thanksgiving Baskets at Waldbaums in Westhampton Beach and at King Kullen in Hampton Bays. Several shopping carts were filled at each location!

Pictured above is the result of their efforts. Any food not used in the Thanksgiving Baskets will go to the Community Food Pantry at Immaculate Conception Church. The Youth thank all who gave that others may enjoy Thanksgiving!

Once again. Thank you for walking in the CROP Walk! Please return any remaining CROP Walk envelopes and money by Sunday, Nov. 16^th.

12:00 PM Presbyterian Women Luncheon meets today with soup and sandwich. Soup and dessert will be provided; bring your own sandwich. Help plan for the Annual Christmas Tea and learn about times for wreath and center-piece making.

Pastoral Care Needs - If you are aware of any pastoral concerns, please call the Church Office so that we may notify the pastor, and the deacon contact: 288-2576.

We celebrated today the Baptism of Anderson Speed Hipp, son of band Michael Hipp, grandson of Patricia Speed, Richard Speed, Patricia Hipp, and William Hipp. Sponsors for little Anderson are Tracy A. Zollweg and William Hipp III. We welcome Anderson as the newest member of the the Church of Jesus Christ.

Let's all "Saddle Up and Ride!" The Pony Express is running... Remember to call your Trail Boss when you have passed the Saddle Bag to the next person on the list.

8:30 am Adult Discussion Group on "An American Prophet: William Sloane Coffin" in the Founders' Room.

10:00 am Worship and Children's and Youth Sunday Church School mid-way through the worship

11:30 am Middle School and High School Youth will collect food for the Thanksgiving Baskets until 3:00 pm (see Saturday below)

Middle and High School Youth will collect non-perishable foods for the community Thanksgiving Baskets this Sunday, November 9^th from 11:30 am—3:00 pm in front of Waldbaum’s in Westhampton Beach and King Kullen in Hampton Bays. Support us as we stand outside of these stores!

Attend the Turkey Harvest Dinner on Friday, November 7th, at 6:00 pm in Parish Hall. Our children in the Sunday School have made decorations for the tables and our youth will offer a REACH Workcamp Presentation. Childcare will be provided.

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday. Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Do you have any gently used face clothes, hand towels and bath towels? You can help out with the Homeless! Place them on the stage area of Parish Hall and we will make them available each Monday evening when they wash up and sleep in our church. We also welcome your offering your time as either a Host Greeter, a cook, or a person to stay overnight! Sign-up in Parish Hall.

Please join us for our Seeker's Class on Sunday, November 16 from 11:15 am to 12:15 pm in the Founders' Room. A lunch will follow. You will meet other church members, potential new members, and learn more about the life of the church and how we live our faith. Pastor Peter would be happy to respond to any questions you may have about the group: 288-2576.

This news just in! The Youth Hike and Picnic yesterday found the youth quietly standing with outstretched arms with sunflower seeds in hand. After standing still for 60 seconds or so, wild birds would come and eat the sunflowers off their hands! Neat! Try it on a hike sometime! Explore the beauty of God's creation!

The Pony Express began yesterday with a Western Breakfast for our "Trail Bosses"--thirteen courageous members who will deliver the saddlebag to the first person ("Route Rider") on the list and then be "on-call" for updates on where the saddle bag is (each "Route Rider" is to phone their "Trail Boss" when they have made their deliver to the next person on the list. Ride On!

8:30 AM Spiritual Conversations with Valerie O’Brien meets in around the kitchen table off Parish Hall.

10:00 AM Worship with Children and Youth departing for Sunday Church School following the Children’s Message.

11:15 AM Breakfast for the Pony Express Route Bosses, following worship. Thanks to Marge Beckwith for preparing the breakfast! Following the breakfast all Route Bosses will deliver their Saddle Bags to the first Circuit Rider on the Pony Express. Please see page four the Church Newsletter for further information: Click here and go to page 4: http://www.westhamptonpresbyterian.org/WPC/Tidings/November%202008%20Tidings.pdf.

11:30 AM Middle School and High School Youth will go on a Hike and Picnic following worship. They will return to the church parking lot at 4:00 pm.

Remember to “Fall Back, Spring Forward”! Turn your clocks back one hour before going to sleep as Daylight Savings Ends. Enjoy the extra hour of sleep!

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday. Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Pastoral Care Needs - If you are aware of any pastoral concerns, please call the Church Office so that we may notify the pastor, and the deacon contact: 288-2576.

Middle School Youth: Register for the Middle School Retreat at the Presbyterian Camp and Conference Center in Holmes, New York. The theme of the retreat is “Got a Gift – Unwrap It!” We are looking for a volunteer to drive the bus to the camp on Friday night, November 21^st. Pat and Gordon will meet the group there so the volunteer driver can drive their car back to Westhampton Beach on Friday night. Pat and Gordon will drive the bus back on Saturday, November 22^nd at the conclusion of the retreat. The cost of the retreat is $50.00.

Thank you to all who participated in the Fall Church Clean-Up! Storm windows were install for the winter, the gardens were cleaned, and general straightening out of the buildings and grounds took place along with fellowship around the lunch table. Thank you!

Yesterday's Congregational/Corporation Meeting elected Church Officers to begin their terms in January 2009. Here are those elected this past Sunday and also at the August meeting when the Youth leaders are regularly elected:

Nominating Committee: Class of 2009: Fred Bauer; SuzAnne Jessup; Andrea Lohneiss; Bonnie Wootten

"Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit; and there are varieties of services, but the same Lord; and there are varieties of activities, but it is the same God who activates all of them in everyone. To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good." — Corinthians 12:4-7 NRSV.

Junior Choir will not meet today or next Monday; and will continue following.

7:00 pm Elizabeth Circle will be meeting this evening at the home of Marilyn Wood. All women are invited.

8:30 AM View the documentary William Sloan Coffin: An American Prophet this morning with the Sunday Morning Adult Discussion Group. “Bill” Coffin has stood as a force for progressive religion in America and in the world. Coffin served as chaplain at Yale University, marched alongside Martin Luther King, Jr., was a powerful voice of the civil rights movement and for nuclear disarmament. Later, he served as minister of the prestigious Riverside Church in New York City, where he inspired thousands and continued to be a powerful voice for conscience and change. Both a tribute to his remarkable life and a prophetic call to the nations, William Sloane Coffin: An American Prophet contains the wisdom of a man facing the need of his courageous life who has carried on a lover’s quarrel with America. With power messages on terrorism, faith, politics, and hope—engagingly delivered as only William Sloane Coffin can—the documentary concludes with a testimony to his legacy of justice and love. A discussion on William Sloan Coffin (weaving in comparisons with C.S. Lewis) will be held on Sunday, November 9^th at 8:30 am. Spiritual Conversations with Valerie O’Brien meets the first Sunday of each month, November 2, at 8:30 am, in the kitchen.

11:00 AM Meeting of the Congregation/Corporation: The Session of the Westhampton Presbyterian Church has called a meeting of the congregation/corporation for Sunday, October 26, 2008 after the Service of Worship to act upon the report of the Nominating Committee and to receive the 2009 proposed budget.

11:15 AM Attention everyone! Please plan to join the Trustee sponsored Annual Fall Clean-Up on Sunday, October 26^th. Come to church in your work clothes and stay for a lunch provided by the Trustees afterwards.

1:15 PM Middle School Youth Group Mission Project at Westhampton Care Center

2:30 PM Scotland Trip: Jim Wallace – a native Scot and pastor at the Setauket Presbyterian Church – will lead a group on a visit to his homeland next year. The tour, entitled Sacred Heritage: Scenic Land, will include visits to Iona, St. Andrews, Stirling and Edinburgh, with a particular emphasis on the Reformation and our Presbyterian roots. This promises to be a wonderful trip – a unique opportunity to travel in the company of other church people and with someone who can show us the real Scotland. The dates are September 1 – 9. Jim will make a short presentation at Westhampton Presbyterian Church at 2.30 PM on Sunday, October 26.

6:30 AM Youth Trip to FrightFest at Six Flags Great Adventure! Yes, we are going to FrightFest at Six Flags Great Adventure on Saturday, October 25^th. We will leave the church parking lot at 6:30am and will return at approximately 10:00 pm. If you want to go, sign up on the Youth Ministry bulletin board!

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday. Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

The November/December issue of Brides' Magazine features the decorated front door to the sanctuary of Westhampton Presbyterian Church in a photo shoot of four seasons and four churches in the Hamptons. Above you can see the photos of our church as it was decorated this pass Spring for a wedding.

Concern for Violence Against Christians in Iraq and Beyond: The Moderator of the 218th General Assembly (2008), the Stated Clerk of the General Assembly, and the Executive Director of the General Assembly Mission Council have issued a statement in response to the increasing violence against Christians in Iraq and other areas of the world. A full story about the current situation, the complete text of the statement, and other communication pieces on the subject are available in today’s article by the Presbyterian News Service (www.pcusa.org/pcnews/2008/08755.htm). Please keep these folks in your prayers.

The Board of Trustees meets this evening at 7:00 pm in the Founders’ Room.

The Annual CROP Walk to fight hunger began Sunday following worship with a "Commissioning of the CROP Walkers" just outside Westhampton Presbyterian Church. WPC members were joined by members of Beach United Methodist Church, East Moriches Presbyterian Church, Immaculate Conception Church, and Remsenburg Community Church, for the walk through town to St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, where the congregation there joined with the community walk. They proceeded to the Village Green for talks on how CROP (Communities Responding to Overcome Hunger) does its work. The group then proceeded back to WPC to enjoy five-foot submarine sandwiches together. If you were unable to do the walk, you can still write a check to CROP and bring it to the Church Office—proceeds go to the local food pantry as well as to fight global hunger.

8:30 AM Adult Study Discussion on the video, Through Joy and Beyond: The Life of C. S. Lewis. Next week, watch the video An American Prophet: William Sloane Coffin.

You may have driven past the WPC Parking Lot and discovered a number of trucks and equipment. Upon looking closer, you would see packages of shingles being carried up the ladders to the northern side of the roof. The upper north roof and gutter have been completely replaced and await the final test of the first good rain to see if the job is done.

Question for the day: If every family bought one packet of shingles toward the roof, would it help pay for the cost of the re-roofing? The wood where the drainage gutter had been attached had become rotten from the slow leakage. A new gutter is now installed with three drain downspouts.

As the Westhampton Beach Nursery School, located on the second floor of the WPC West Wing, opened this fall, it was discovered that rain had poured into their classroom through the leaky roof. They lost a number of pre-school books. If you have any young children books of pre-school age, please donate some to the Nursery School to replace their library. Bring them to the Church Office.

Have you seen the latest copy of Brides magazine? Westhampton Presbyterian Church is featured in an article "Make An Entrance" with wonderful photographs of our Quiogue Church Front Door decorated for a Spring Wedding: "For an unforgettable first impression, trim your church doors in the spirit of the season and carry a cleverly coordinating bouquet." Check it out! A copy will be available for your viewing on the back table of the sanctuary on Sunday. Until then, it is in the Church Office. Or, it is the November/December 2008 issue and is available at news stands everywhere! Oh, we are on pages 396-7.9:00 am. [See above on Thursday, October 23rd for photos of this issue.]

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday. Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

Several people have asked for an “encore” showing of Sunday’s Adult Class film, Through Joy and Beyond: The Life of C.S. Lewis. It will happen. So, You are invited this Thursday, October 16^that 7:00 pm to see Through Joy and Beyond: The Life of C. S. Lewis.

“…One of the most influential spokesmen for Christianity in the English speaking world.” —Time Magazine.

So was described this quiet and studious man, whose writing made such a profound impact on modern day theology. Clive Staples Lewis was a devout atheist much of his life. After becoming a professor at Oxford University in England, Lewis Embarked on a personal spiritual journey that would result in his rebirth into Christianity, being surprised by ‘Joy” as he would later call it.

A prolific writer and humanitarian, C.S. Lewis penned over forty books, many dealing with, and confirming, the intricate issues of his new found faith. These books include The Screwtape Letters, Mere Christianity, The great Divorce, and The Chronicles of Narnia.

This powerful documentary looks at the life of this remarkable man and the legacy he left behind. Hosted by Lewis’ private secretary and friend, Rev. Walter Hooper, together with visits to Lewis’ birth\place, boarding schools and beloved home at Oxford University, all serve to present a moving and candid portrait of a man to whom modern day Christianity owes much.

It is approximately 1 hour long with some time for discussion, if desired. The video will be viewed in the Founders’ Room of the Failing Wing.

This is the same video that the Sunday Morning Adult Discussion Group viewed. They plan a discussion on C.S. Lewis and this video on coming Sunday, October 19^th, at 8:30 am. You are welcome to join in the discussion or remain following the movie on Thursday.

The Sunday Morning Adult Discussion Group will view William Sloan Coffin: An American Prophet on Sunday, October 26^th, at 8:30 am. A discussion on both C.S. Lewis and William Sloan Coffin will be held on Sunday, November 9^th at 8:30 am.

Concern for Violence Against Christians in Iraq and beyond…The Moderator of the 218th General Assembly (2008), the Stated Clerk of the General Assembly, and the Executive Director of the General Assembly Council have issued a statement in response to the increasing violence against Christians in Iraq and other areas of the world. A full story about the current situation, the complete text of the statement, and other communication pieces on the subject are available in today’s article by the Presbyterian News Service (www.pcusa.org/pcnews/2008/08755.htm). Please keep these folks in your prayers.

Wednesday is the Deadline for submission of items for the Tidings' Newsletter.

Watch Through Joy and Beyond: The Life of C. S. Lewis with the Adult Discussion Group this morning at 8:30 am. It is a compelling look at the life of one of the greatest authors of the twentieth century, hosted by Rev. Walter Hooper, C. S. Lewis’ private secretary, featuring narration by Peter Ustinov, as the voice of C. S. Lewis.

This morning we welcome the newest member of our church family, Logan Kyle Jessup, into the covenant. Logan is the son of Stacey and Cooper Jessup, brother of Jared and grandson of SuzAnne and Frank Jessup. Together we give thanks for God’s unconditional love and our celebrating this in the symbolism of this sacrament!

A Fundraiser Pancake Brunch will follow worship at 11:00 am. Donations will be accepted.

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday. Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

We are now a little more than one week away from the Annual CROP Walk. Have you picked up your CROP Walk Form to have folks sponsor you on the walk? Or, have you sponsored anyone yet? Forms are available in the Church Office. Sponsors are available everywhere!!! Pick up you form today and start collecting pledges! Remember, "We Walk Because They Walk!"

Yesterday Presbyterian Women held their monthly Board Meeting and heard a talk on Linni Diehl's summer trip the Presbyterian Peacemaking Conference. Here the women listen to Linni after enjoying soup and sandwich along with delicious apple crisp a la mode! No wonder everyone is smiling...

Above is Linni Diehl during her presentation on peacemaking to Presbyterian Women at their monthly luncheon.

Come out for the Presbyterian Women monthly luncheon and board meeting today at 12:00 noon. Soup will be provided. Let's celebrate the wonderful Rummage Sale just completed!

The Seeker’s Group for those wishing to learn more about WPC and possible membership will meet tonight at 6:15 pm. Note this is a time change!

The Christmas Bazaar Workshop meets today at 10:00 am. Come out and work on some craft ideas prepared especially for you.

Junior Choir will meet today at 5:45 pm in the Choir Room. All children Grades 2-8 are invited.

Please have bulletin announcements in to the Church Office by Tuesday morning this week. Nancy will be on vacation Thursday and Friday and will be completing the bulletin on Wednesday.

“Spiritual Conversations” with Valerie O’Brien begins for the fall this morning at 8:30 am in the kitchen. All are invited for this informal adult discussion group on matters of faith and life. The Group is exploring the parables of Jesus.

World Communion Sunday is celebrated the first Sunday in October. The day has taken on new relevancy and depth of meaning especially at this time, when fear divides many of the peoples of God’s earth. On this day we celebrate our oneness in Christ, the Prince of Peace. Please join with your Presbyterian family in Westhampton and your Christian family in the world as we share communion together this morning during the 10:00 am worship.

The mission committee welcomes you to our World Communion Sunday Brunch to hear Dr. Rothney Tshaka speak on “Justice and Reconciliation as Important Ingredients for True Peace in South Africa.” This is a catered luncheon for those who have signed up. All others are invited to hear the speaker in the Parish Hall. We encourage you to attend!

Rummage Sale and Scrap Metal Drive Go Hand-in-Hand... Lots of Fun and Treasures for all!!!

This year was the first year to try a Scrap Metal Drive along with the WPC Annual Fall Rummage Sale. Copper and Aluminum and wire were the targets for fund-raising; however, all kinds of metal was gladly accepted and quite a few dump truck and flat bed loads were received. WPC supports recycling and helping to keep the planet safe and healthy while raising some funds and having some fun at the same time. Click on our Youth Page for pictures of their Car Wash held the same day!

The day is finally here! Support the Rummage Sale (9am-12:00 noon), the Scrap Metal Drive, (9:00 am-4:00 pm) and the Youth Car Wash (9:00 am-1:00 pm)!

The Rummage Sale continues this morning from yesterday, beginning at 9:00 am-12:00 noon. A “bag sale” will take place late in the morning.

Scrap Metal Drive: Save all your old appliances, bicycles, BBQ, computers, hardware, etc. – anything with metal. Bring them to the church parking lot at 90 Meeting House Road Saturday, 9:00 am—4:00 pm. This is one way WPC is going GREEN to encourage members and the community to recycle. The scrap metal will be sold for recycling and the proceeds go to the church.

The Youth Groups will hold a Car Wash on Saturday, October 4th in the church parking lot from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Plan to have your car washed when you drop off your scrap metal or shop or work at the rummage sale. Funds raised at this car wash will be used to support the fall and winter weekly church school and youth group activities. Tell your neighbors! Thank you for your support!

The Rummage Sale officially opens its doors this morning beginning at 9:00 am and will continue through the afternoon at 4:00 pm. Note there will be Saturday hours also.

Gather your Scrap Metal today to bring to the church tomorrow during the Scrap Metal Drive (9:00 am—4:00 pm) Questions--- contact Nancy in the Church Office: 631-288-2576.

Many thanks to all who assisted with preparations for the Rummage Sale, Scrap Metal Drive and the Youth Car Wash to be held this weekend.

Presbyterian Women (PW) invites all church members and friends to bring good used (or new) clothing and any saleable small and easy-to-handle items to the church 8:30 am--4:00 pm. This is for Annual Fall Rummage Sale, Friday (9:00am-4:00 pm) and Saturday (8:00 am-12:00 noon), October 3 and 4. Also, PW requests assistance selling rummage during the hours above. Let the Church Office know: 288-2576!

Gift Cards Are Back! These convenient cards are not only for gifts! Please consider purchasing these cards not only for others but for use at the places you shop every day. If you shop at Rite Aid, Tanger, or Kmart and eat at Applebee’s or Panera Bread, you can be using a gift card for the occasion and help support the church. New cards are now available from: Amazon.com, Home Goods, Stop & Shop, Subway, Walgreens, and T.G.I. Fridays. Orders will be placed the last Sunday of the month and cards can be picked up the first Sunday of the month. Please consider using the cards in your everyday purchasing and help the church’s budget.

Grocery Gift Cards Grocery Gift Cards are available after worship Sundays (11:00 am-11:15 am) in our Church Fellowship Hall.

Assistive Listening Receiver Devices… The Worship Ministry in conformity to the American Disability Act is researching assistive listening receiver devices for worship. We are polling the congregation to assess the need so that we might supply sufficient devices. If this is something you would like to have the use of during worship services, please copy and place this survey in the offering plate or mail it to the church office.

_____ Yes, I would make use of a hearing device if offered during worship services.

There will be a Seeker's Group Meeting this evening at 7:30-9:00 pm for all those interested in learning more about being a member or a friend of Westhampton Presbyterian Church. All visitors and friends of the church are invited. It will meet three Monday evenings: September 29^th, October 6^th, and October 20^th. At the end of the three gatherings, group members can decide whether to join the membership or continue to be a friend of the church. Please contact Pastor Peter on Sunday if you would like to be a part of this group or call the Church Office: 631-288-2576.

Adele Becker was honored at the Coffee and Fellowship Time following worship Sunday as members and friends had an opportunity to say farewell. Adele plans to move to be near her daughters in Summit, New Jersey. Adele has been a faithful member of Westhampton Presbyterian Church for more than thirty years and a much loved member of Presbyterian Women. As the words on her cake read, "We wish you well, Adele!"

Junior Choir rehearsal begins today 5:45-6:15 PM. This is a good time for children Grade 2 through 8th Grade to drop by and sing!

Presbyterian Women (PW) invites all church members and friends to bring good used (or new) clothing and any saleable small and easy-to-handle items to the church 8:30 am--4:00 pm. This is the final few days before the Annual Fall Rummage Sale, Friday (9:00am-4:00 pm) and Saturday (8:00 am-12:00 noon), October 3 and 4. Also, PW requests help to sort rummage beginning on Monday until complete. PW also asks for assistance selling rummage during the hours above. If you don’t have time to help, would you help by bringing refreshments to the workers? Sandwiches, salads, juice, pickles, or dessert of some kind would be very much appreciated by all. And, drop by for lunch--we'll put you to work!

Bring in your Scrap Metal on Saturday, October 4^th! Save all your old appliances, bicycles, BBQ, computers, hardware, etc. – anything with metal. Bring them to the church parking lot at 90 Meeting House Road Saturday, 9:00 am—4:00 pm. All you have to do is bring your scrap metal to the church and throw it in the appropriate dumpster. We will have volunteers on hand to assist. If you have large metal items, contact the church office by Friday and we will have someone pick them up at your house. This is one way WPC is going GREEN to encourage members and the community to recycle. The scrap metal will be sold for recycling and the proceeds go to the church. Bring in your scrap metal and remind your neighbors!

Join the Adult Discussion Group for the second of a two-week study on “Listening for God”. The first week, several Biblical stories on “call” were discussed. This morning we examine God’s call to each of us to do whatever God has in mind in the situations we occupy. Handouts are available in the Church Office. All are welcome at 8:30 am each week. Don't worry if you missed the first class, it's designed to drop in! See you there...

Sunday morning Worship is at 10:00 am with Sunday Church School for children approximately 10:20 am following the Children's message. Teachers are using the new We Believe curriculum this year!

Join the congregation following worship at 11:00 am as we gather for Coffee and Fellowship in the Community Room of Parish Hall. This morning we will both honor and say farewell to Adele Becker as she prepares for a move later in the week to be near her daughters in Summit, New Jersey. We will miss Adele faithful presence at worship and as an active member of Presbyterian Women and the Christmas Bazaar Group!

You are invited following the Coffee and Fellowship Time to set up for the Fall Rummage Sale as we pull out the tables and bring out the boxes. Don't forget to bring your rummage goods during the week: 8:30 am-4:00 pm.

The Middle School Youth will gather at Westhampton Care Center at 1:15 pm for their Mission Project with the residents as they play Bingo together. All Middle School youth are invited to be part of this ministry of sharing our time with others.

The High School Youth are invited to the first "Evening at the Manse" of the fall! Please come to the Manse 7:00--8:30 pm for pizza and a conversation with the Pastor.

Be part of a New Member Group. This is group is for all who wish to explore together more about Westhampton Presbyterian Church. Pastor Peter is in the process of forming a group for those interested in learning more about Westhampton Presbyterian Church. All visitors and friends of the church are invited. At the end of the three gatherings, group members can decide whether to join the membership or continue to be a friend of the church. It will meet three Monday evenings: September 29^th, October 6^th, and October 20^th. Please contact Pastor Peter on Sunday if you would like to be a part of this group or call the Church Office: 631-288-2576.

Prepare for the Fall Rummage Sale—begin sorting through your closets and attics for rummage material. Bring to the church daily 8:30-4:00 pm for the October 3-4^th event.

Keep you eyes on the stands for November's issue of Brides’ Magazine. They visited WPC this past summer to do advance work on a shoot of our Church Front Doors later in the month for an article to be in the November magazine called “Decorating Church Doors for Your Wedding."

Pastor Peter will be out of the office on Friday. Please contact Nancy in the Church Office if you need assistance: 631-288-2576.

The Nominating Committee is sponsoring “Seeking Church Leadership: Elders, Deacons, Trustees and the Pastor Nominating Committee” on Tuesday, September 23^rd at 7:30 pm. Dessert and coffee will be provided. What do church officers—Elders, Deacons and Trustees do? How much time is expected? Learning the facts and debunking the fiction. All who are interested in how and when the Pastor Nominating Committee will be selected…

The Elizabeth Circle will meet this evening at 7:00 pm at Eleanor Hoyt’s home.

Prayer concerns from Sunday’s worship: Susan Shenker and family on the death of her husband Joseph Shenker, who died on Saturday, September 20, after a brief battle with pulmonary fibrosis; Dick Lutz, at home, following surgery; Toni Stevens, home following testing; Eleanor Hoyt, as she continues radiation therapy; Wendy Hoehr, Brady Munn’s daughter, undergoing tests; Jack Burke, Kathy Frevert’s father, at home with hospice services; Colleen O’Brien, a colleague at work with Tony Thompson, recovering from surgery; Vern Hackworth’s uncle, as he undergoes chemo-therapy; Diane Perry, with health concerns, as she undergoes testing; Kristen Regan; Anita Romano; Joe Schievone; Carl Weisser; the Visioning Retreat of the Presbytery of Long Island, and Arthur Ireland, Treasurer and Financial Secretary of the Presbytery of Long Island.

Attend the special evening presentation tomorrow evening at 7:30 pm “Seeking Church Leadership: Elders, Deacons, Trustees and the Pastor Nominating Committee.” Dessert and coffee will be provided. What do church officers—Elders, Deacons and Trustees do? How much time is expected? Learning the facts and debunking the fiction. All who are interested in how and when the Pastor Nominating Committee will be selected…

The WPC “Dinner on the Deck” fund-raising event takes place this evening at 6:00 pm. Joiin with congregation members and friends in this fun and fellowship opportunity to begin our fall activities. Planned by WPC’s Fundraising Committee, and hosted at the home of Tom and Jane Otis in Quogue, you will not find a tastier meal or a more welcoming group with which to build or deepen friendships.

Attend the Presbytery of Long Island "Presbytery Visioning Event" today at Old First Presbyterian Church in Huntington, 9:00 am--4:00 pm. This is an opportunity to help envision the future of the presbytery and its role as a resource for congregations and a support for ministry. Carpool from the WPC parking lot at 8:45 am.

Tomorrow the Adult Discussion Group begins a two-week study on “Listening for God”. Along with examining several Biblical stories on “call,” we will examine God’s call to each of us to do whatever God has in mind in the situations we occupy. Handouts are available in the Church Office. All are welcome at 8:30 am each week.

There are a few tickets left to the WPC “Dinner on the Deck” fund-raising event tomorrow, Saturday, September 20^th, at 6:00 pm. Pastor Peter invites you to purchase a ticket and join with congregation members and friends in this fun and fellowship opportunity to begin fall activities. Planned by WPC’s Fundraising Committee, and hosted at the home of Tom and Jane Otis in Quogue, you will not find a tastier meal or a more welcoming group with which to build or deepen friendships. Tickets are available in the Church Office for $25.00. You are invited to bring your own beverage! Call the Church Office at 631-288-2576 to reserve your tickets. Do it quickly! This is a great opportunity for you to invite friends who may be searching for a church family. This is a wonderful event to introduce them to others. Jeannine and I look forward to dining with you. See you there!

Pastor Peter will be attending the East End Presbyterian Parish meeting this morning at Southampton Presbyterian Church, 10:00-12:00 pm. Call the church office if you would like to attend with him: 288-2576.

Be part of a New Member Group. Pastor Peter is in the process of forming a group for those interested in learning more about Westhampton Presbyterian Church. It will meet three Monday evenings: September 29^th, October 6^th, and October 20^th. Please contact Pastor Peter if you would like to be a part of this group: 631-288-2576.

The Board of Trustees meets this evening at 7:00 pm in the Founders’ Room.

Pastor Peter will be at the Presbytery Office this morning at the meeting of the Committee On Ministry. Please contact Nancy in the Church Office: 631-288-2576.

The Mission Ministry seeks a volunteer from our church family to oversee our congregation’s Program for the Homeless, sponsored by Maureen’s Haven. Is anyone or a couple of folks feeling called to this ministry? Most activity will be Monday evenings November—March. A Coordinating Committee is preparing to meet to work this ministry. Contact Pastor Peter if you are interested in being part of this vital ministry to so many in our community!

The rose on the Lord’s Table this morning is in celebration of the birth of Anderson Speed Hipp. Anderson was born August 31^st to parents Kimet Speed and Michael Hipp. Congratulations to the parents and to proud grandmother Pat Speed!

Youth Group members and their parents are invited to the Youth Group Family Pot Luck Supper 5:30-8:00 pm in Bailey Hall as the fall schedule of activities is presented by Youth Ministry Coordinator Pat Hubbard. We will welcome the new sixth graders and their families!

Please remember in your prayers the following concerns from Sunday’s worship: Dick Lutz, following outpatient surgery this past week; Joseph Shenker; Toni Stevens, following unexpected hospitalization; Karen Derryberry’s mother-in-law, Joan Derryberry, who returned home from the hospital; Eleanor Hoyt, as she continues radiation therapy following her recent surgery; Bonnie Wooten, following recent surgery; Wendy Hoehn, Brady Munn’s daughter; Jack Burke, Kathy Frevert’s father; Colleen O’Brien, a colleague of Tony Thompson at work, following major surgery at Cornell Hospital; Vern Hackworth’s uncle, as he undergoes chemo-therapy; Diane Perry, with health concerns; Jill Kelly; Kristen Regan; Anita Romano; Joe Schievone; Carl Weisser; the Visioning Retreat of the Presbytery of Long Island, and Shirley Russell, Stated Clerk of the Presbytery of Long Island.

Attend the benefit fundraiser "Cocktail Party" for Maureen's Haven at Kay Kidde's home this evening 5:30-8:00 pm. All proceeds from the ticketed event go to support the homeless program. Parking will be available at the church parking lot with a van to drive folks to the party.

Tomorrow the Sunday Church School "Annual Photo" will be taken! This much anticipated event each year is the photo that is posted on the West Wing Wall and is enjoyed well into our future as our children mature and look back on the "golden years." All Sunday School teachers will be commissioned during the early part of the worship service tomorrow as well.

The Youth and Parent Family Pot Luck Dinner will be held tomorrow from 6:00-8:00 pm as the Fall and early Winter Youth Program is unveiled and begins. Gordon and Pat Hubbard welcome all families and new families to the opening of the program dinner!

Best wishes to Dick Lutz following successful surgery to his leg and may he soon be off the crutches! Our prayers are with you!

Wondering what to do with your weekend? Why not go through your closets? attic? basement? Bring in any clothing that is in good condition or other "rummage" sale items for the Annual Fall Rummage Sale! The sale will be held October 3rd and 4th. Bring your items to the church Monday--Friday, 8:30am-4:00 pm.

Presbyterian Women have their monthly luncheon and Board meeting today at noon. All women of the church are invited to participate. Bring a dish to share!

Scholarship Recipients: The Session of WPC approved the following scholarships to members who are currently in college, university or a graduate school:

Christina Barravechia, Kristina Carter, Chelsey Carter, Cassandra Dayton, Kyle Hubbard, Heather Lohneiss, Kristen Lohneiss, Coleen McKennett, Asyssa Klepper, Amber Schultz, Kelsey O’Brien, Victoria Fochtman, Margaret Baird, James Spencer Baird, Cynthia Diers, Karen M. Diers, James T. Sobeck Johnathan Pacholk, Heather Wootten, and Hunter Wootten.

Our gratitude and appreciation goes to the Memorial Scholarship Committee for their work in reporting to the Session.

Prayer Concerns: Along with prayers of concern for those who experienced dislocation and damage during hurricane Gustav, the following were included in our prayers Sunday: Joan Derryberry, mother-in-law to Karen, who is undergoing tests; Eleanor Hoyt, as she continues radiation therapy following recent surgery; Gale Spaulding, following recent surgery; Bonnie Wooten, following recent surgery; Wendy Hoehn, Brady Munn’s daughter, undergoing tests; Jack Burke, Kathy Frevert’s father, following tests at South Nassau County Hospital; Colleen O’Brien, a colleague of Tony Thompson at work, following major surgery at Cornell Hospital; Vern Hackworth’s uncle, as he undergoes chemo-therapy; Diane Perry, with health concerns, as she undergoes testing; Jill Kelly; Kristen Regan; Anita Romano; Joe Schievone; Carl Weisser; the Visioning Retreat of the Presbytery of Long Island, and Elder Maria Zupka-Ludder, Associate for Congregational Resources of the Presbytery of Long Island.

WPC’s very own Creighton Berry is exhibiting “A World of Prayers” Watercolors by Creighton Berry, at the Remsenburg Academy, South Country Road in Remsenburg. Creighton describes the exhibition as, “A record of my travels around the world with prayers and also without.” Creighton will be in the Gallery from: 2:00-6:00 pm on the following days:

See the Thursday, August 28th edition of the Southampton Press for a review and story on this exhibit. 50% of the proceeds will be donated to Maureen’s Haven Homeless Program.

The Christian Education Ministry will meet this evening at 7:00 pm in the Failing Wing with the Sunday School teachers as we look forward to Sunday's start of Sunday Church School.

The Westhampton Beach Nursery School teachers and families will meet this at 7:00 pm in the Community Meeting Room as they anticipate the start of the fall program on Monday.

The Westhampton Beach Nursery School is getting reading for its first day of the 2008-2009 year! The teachers' cars are in the parking lot as they ready the room and prepare for the little ones. The school is a non-profit cooperative nursery school, organized and administered by the parents and operated by them, under the direction of trained leaders. It is accredited by the state of New York and has been in operation since 1962. If you would like more information, write: Westhampton Beach Nursery School, P.O. Box 535, Westhampton Beach, NY 11978 or call: 631-288-6330.

Congratulations to Kimet Speed and Michael Hipp on the birth of Anderson Speed Hipp (via C-section) last night at 8:11 pm. He weighed in at 8 lb 10 oz and both mother and baby doing well, reports dad Mike. Our best wishes to new grandmother Pat Speed as well.

Please remember those who are impacted by Hurricane Gustav in your prayers. Thirty teens and seven adults from WPC and the congregations of Middle Island and Southampton Presbyterian Churches spent the school break on a mission trip to New Orleans to work with Presbyterian Disaster Relief to rebuild three homes damaged in Hurricane Katrina. We remember especially in our prayers Pat Hubbard's family members who hosted our our youth when they worked there this spring as well as the congregation that hosted them.