Greetings from the Deacons
The Deacons of Marple Presbyterian Church are
“the eyes and hands of the church”, providing services and visitation to our
members and the community. For those of you unfamiliar with our work (and for
those of you who are) this feature in the Monthly Focus will enlighten and
inform you of our activities.
The Deacons hosted the communion luncheon February 3rd
and we all enjoyed hot roast pork and fellowship after worship. We also provided
a luncheon for family and friends after the funeral service of a dear member of
the congregation. Deacons have been called to provide meals to those at home in
need of a hot meal and we would be grateful for anyone who would be interested
in helping in that way.
Easter reminds us of the renewal of God’s love and the
renewal of the earth with spring… and as spring brings flowers so do the
Deacons. Weekly we deliver the altar flowers to those who are ill, confined to
home, suffered a loss or for happy occasions, too, such as births and
anniversaries. We gave lovely spring flowers as a token of our remembrance at
Easter to members who have been ill or had a loss this past year.
These are just a few of the activities with which we
have been busy. Look for more information in the next month’s Focus. We are
always in need of extra loving hands to help do God’s work in this congregation.
So if anything strikes a chord that says, “Hey, I would like to help do that!”
contact any Deacon or the church office. It is very rewarding and you will
receive as much as you give.
Deacons
The board of deacons consists of 12 elected members of the
church who are ordained and assist the pastors in their ministry. They provide a
vital link between home bound members and the church through visitations.
Additionally, they provide spiritual support to all members of the congregation,
particularly during times of illness or emotional hardship.
If you would like assistance from the
Deacons, please contact Joyce Holmwood through the church office: 610-356-1096.
Activities:
Delivering Sunday alter flowers and Easter and
Thanksgiving flowers to church members in recognition of both joyful
celebrations and prayerful concerns. Coordinating and serving at bereavement luncheons
following funerals. Providing meals to infirm members of the congregation. Sending care packages to college students and members of
the armed forces who are affiliated with the church. Maintaining a collection of medical equipment for use by
members of the church and the community. Sending notes and cards to members of the congregation who
are in need of emotional and spiritual support. Donating money to various charitable causes both within
the church and in the community. Visiting home bound members of the church to provide
companionship and spiritual support and to update them on the life of the
church. Supporting community activities such as Red Cross blood
drive and the Community Food Bank.
Organization:
Deacons serve for three years with the option to serve an
additional three years at the completion of their first term.
Members:
Class of
2009
Anne Canny
Joyce Holmwood
Ruth Dieterle
Marion Brower |
Class of 2010
Shirley Wise
Patti Johnson
Linda Clark |
Class of 2011
Barbara Gibson
Betty Triller
Sarah Province
Jim McGuigan |
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