Need to Know

that is, we are one congregation that is part of a larger body, one congregation united in many ways to other congregations in South Jersey, the northeastern United States, and the entire country. We work together, serve together, worship together, love the Lord together. On our own, our limited resources would keep us from being all that we can be. But united, we have the opportunity to be more than just one congregation out there all alone.

The per capita we pay each year enables our denomination– the Presbytery of West Jersey, the Synod of the Northeast, and the national General Assembly – to help us and each congregation do the work together that Christ has called us to do.

CROP Hunger Walk

Sunday, May 6, 2012

Thanks to all walkers on Sunday's CROP Walk and to all who worked our rest stop (the best one on the whole walk!)

Pictures of this year's Crop Walk are posted on the Photo Gallery and Mission Pages

The Baby Boomers are sponsoring a trip to the Franklin Institute to see the exhibition of Dead Sea Scrolls.

We have reserved a time to view the exhibition on Sunday, May 20, at 3:00 PM. Adult group ticket prices are $23.50 and youth tickets (up to age 18) are $18.00. These prices include general admission to the museum, so you can spend as much time there as you like. It is recommended you allow 1-1/2 hours to see the Scrolls.

Payment for the "group" is due no later than May 6. Everyone from our church family and friends are invited, so please let me know if you are interested in joining us. Parking at or near the Franklin Institute will be $12 - $15 per car. The PATCO Hi-speed line charges $4.50 per person round trip from the Ferry Ave. (Camden) station and will take you to 15th-16th & Locust, which is a moderate walk or short cab ride to the Franklin Institute. Car-pooling will be encouraged! More information can be found on the Franklin Institute website, www.Fi.edu/scrolls. For more information or to buy tickets, contact Bette: Tel: 856-589-2886, e-mail: heightspres@comcast.net

We've all heard about Habitat for Humanity, the Christian organization that builds homes for the homeless (and expects them to participate in the construction process!).

There is a house being built right now in Pitman under the guidance of the Gloucester County Habitat for Humanity and with the support of the Pitman Presbyterian Church.

And they are looking for help - any kind of willing hands and willing volunteers!

The times and dates are as follows:

Tuesday, May 1st from 8:00am to 1:00pm

Tuesday, May 8th from 8:00am to 1:00pm

Saturday, May 12th from 7:30 am to 2:30 pm (this day is just for women!)

Saturday, May 19th from 8:00 am to 1:00pm

Tuesday, May 22nd from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm

If you can help, here are the directions. Go through Barnsboro into Pitman. Go down Broadway through the business district of Pitman to Merritt's Florist - turn right past the florist onto Laurel Ave. Go two blocks and turn right onto Boulevard (yes, that is the name of the street). The Habitat house is one block and is marked with a big sign.

Any willing hands are welcome!

Thanks!

ANNUAL

MOTHER-DAUGHTER DINNER

WEDNESDAY, MAY 23

FELLOWSHIP HALL

DINNER AT 6 PM

GUEST SPEAKER AT 7 PM

"SOLDIERS WITHOUT GUNS"

WOMEN DEFENSE WORKERS IN WWII

Presented by: Stacey Flora Roth

The setting: It is 1943 with Rosie Niemiec (Rosie the Riveter), a housewife who decided to do her bit for the war effort (and surprise her husband) by taking a job as a welder in a shipyard. This unique presentation features a character monologue, a display of period artifacts and ephemera, a discussion of women's participation on the homefront, and an invitation to the audience to share memories, memorabilia, and personal and family stories of the Second World War.

This program is offered through the Horizons Speakers Bureau of the NJ Council for the Humanities, a State partner of the National Endowment of the Humanities.

There is limited seating for this admission-free event; therefore, a reservation ticket will be needed. Tickets will be available in May after church, or for more information, contact Bonnie Dawson at 856-415-1450.

There also will be a special presentation of the 2012 Helen Wheaton "Woman of the Year" Award.

DEACONS

The Deacons will begin collecting canned goods beginning May 1, 2012. You can help whenever you can-- a little or a lot!

Your "little" + someone else's "little" = A LOT!

FOOD WILL BE COLLECTED WEEKLY AND BE TAKEN TO THE GREATER WOODBURY FOOD MINISTRIES. Visit their website at www.gwcm.org.

Any and all non-perishable food or items are welcomed, but to help make it easier we offer the following suggestions:

MAY - Tuna fish, mayonnaise, canned soup

JUNE - Potatoes (boxed or canned), rice, pasta, spaghetti sauce

If you have any questions about this project you may contact Kathy Pedicone, 856-848-7129 or Kathy4585@verizon.net; or contact any member of the Board of Deacons.

A meeting of the Congregation is called for Sunday, May 20, following the worship service to elect an elder and a deacon to fill unexpired terms and to transact any other business as may properly come before the congregation.

Let us know about an act of Kindness that you have witnessed. Help inspire us or just give us something to smile about! See Bytes N Bits for the first one!

"THANK YOU, MR. FLOYD"

A child from a large family recalls going to a Sunday School in a rather affluent church. Although she was not dressed as well as many others, Sunday School was a joyful experience for her. Mr. Floyd, superintendent at the time, made her feel welcome, and that her participation was important. He had that gift which made every child feel special. We loved him for it and loved coming to Sunday School.

WEAR SOMETHING RED ON PENTECOST SUNDAY, MAY 27