The Tusculum Trumpet

Nathan’s Nuggets

July 8, 2008

Well, it hasn’t even been a month and I already feel a part of the Tusculum family.  I want to thank everyone for being so hospitable during my first few weeks here at TCPC.  All the prayers and encouraging words have been much appreciated. 

            Most of my time so far has been spent seeking wisdom from others and talking with others about YAM (Young Adult Ministry).  Luckily there are many people who have a heart for YA around town and have been extremely open to share ideas and insight with me. 

            This Wednesday (July 9^th) will be the first time a group of us will meet.  I am excited about what God has in store for us as we begin this journey.  I wanted to take this opportunity to share a few upcoming things and some other nuggets.

            Very soon there will be a YA room.  It is the room upstairs with the purple walls and door to the sound booth.  Right now it’s not much of anything but with a little love I plan on it being a sacred space for YA’s at TCPC.  I have already spent some time in that room visualizing what it could be like and praying for it to become a great space for YA.  It will take some time, but sooner than later it will be complete and ready for use. 

            On August 3, I plan on starting a new class on Sunday mornings.  Here are a few reasons why not sooner.  One, I want to take some time and try to get the room upstairs ready.  Two, I want to meet a few times with people and discuss what they would like to have happen at that meeting.  Third, I want people who might be interested to come to make plans to be there and hit the ground running.  Any helpful suggestions or prayers are encouraged and wanted.

            Lastly, since I am a follower of Jesus I believe it is good to (as they say) break bread together.  Because of that I am starting the F.N.P. at TCPC.  You might be asking yourself right now what is that…well it’s really simple.  F.N.P. stands for Feed Nathan Program.  This is how it works.

1. A person, group, or family, invite me to eat with them.  It can be at a restaurant, at a park, at their home, wherever people might find themselves eating. 
2.  Then…they feed me. 

It’s just that simple.  There will be a sign up sheet and all you have to do is pick a date that is convenient for you and sign up.  There might be one more question you have and it might be when will the F.N.P. end?  That is a good question and the answer is neverJ  You can Feed Nathan whenever you would like and as much as you would like.

There are lots of things on the horizon so I just ask that all of you pray that God leads us and we follow him wherever that takes us.    Peace   

I LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU

AT TUSCULUM CUMBERLAND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

PRAYER REQUESTS

NO Choir practice until August 3^rd. 

Upcoming Angelic C.H.A.O.S. Schedule

July 13^th – Junior Campers Leave

July 20^th – Cron C.H.A.O.S. Swim 12 – 5

July 27^th - Off

Youth Praise Band practice at 1:30 Sunday

!!!!Attention!!!!

I will be on vacation the next two weeks and no newsletter will be printed.  We will resume the newsletter the week of July 28^th.  I am attempting to include all upcoming events for the month of July in this newsletter.  Thanks!

Secretary Sue

YOUTH ACTIVITIES

July 13^th – NO Sunday Night SODA – (Junior Camp)

July 16^th – The YA(c)K 6:30pm

July 20^th – NO Sunday Night SODA – (Junior High Camp)

July 23^rd – NO YA(c)K (Junior High Camp)

July 27^th – Sunday Night SODA – Cook & Serve Supper at the Ronald McDonald House.  Leave 4pm.  Return 7:30pm.

Not-so-secret Pals

The not-so-secret pals will be having a Luau at the home of Larry and Kim West from 4 – 6pm on Saturday, July 12^th.  Ladies are asked to bring a side dish with a Hawaiian luau type theme and their pool supplies for swimming.   Also a $10 beach/pool goodie for swapping (beach towel, sunscreen, flip flops…you get the idea!)   Let’s go to a luau!!

Garage Sale Time

It’s getting to be that time again!  The annual CPWM Garage Sale will be Friday and Saturday, August 8^th and 9^th from 7am till 2pm.  So…as you are cleaning out your garage…attic…closets…etc., keep us in mind.  Your unwanted items may be someone else’s treasure!  We will be collecting your items in the gym.

Meetings

Boards (except CE) meet Sunday – check with your board chair for times (B&G meets at 6pm)  (BOM meets at 5pm)

Shepherds meet Sunday at 1:30pm

CPWM meets Thurs., July 17^th at 6:30pm.

Men’s Fellowship breakfast Sat., July 19^th at 7:30am

Session meets Sun., July 20^th at 6:15pm.

Piecemakers meet Tues., July 22^nd at 6:30pm.

DID YOU KNOW

THAT  Bill Blankenship will celebrate his birthday 7-14, Patsy Daily and Mike Prespare` 7-15, Cindy Fuqua, Carol Redmond, and Lennie Wall 7-16, Alexandra Givens and Jim Gray 7-17, O’Henry Glock 7-18, Jordan Sawyers 7-19, Caseybeth Cornelius, Marci Hutto and Barbie Shelton 7-21, Brenda Caron, Dana Stamps, and George Welzel 7-22, Kendall Sawyers 7-23, Parker Langley 7-24, Courtney Beggin and Anita Mullis 7-25, Melissa Adams, Shirley Atnip and Jan Payne 7-26, Blake Adams and Adam Hensley 7-29, Michele Sawyers 8-1, and Mary Horne 8-2?

God Bless and Happy Birthday to All!

THAT  The epitaph on a dentist tombstone read “Filling my last cavity”?

THAT  A study of economics usually reveals that the best time to buy anything is last year?

THAT Before you give someone a piece of your mind, be sure you can spare it?

Have a blessed week!

By Charlie Lauper

Directories!

There is an organizational & informational meeting with LifeTouch for all volunteers on July 10 at 6:30 p.m. in the choir room. 

Camp & Adventure Club

Junior Camp – check-in at Woodbine CP Church on Nolensville Road 1:30-3pm Sunday July 13^th.

Jr. High Camp – check-in at the Brenthaven CP Church on Franklin Road 1:30-3pm Sunday July 20^th.

Adventure Clubbers need to get their Notarized Health forms to Karen. Notaries, please bring your stamps on Wed. & Sunday.  Thanks!

The Dixie Echoes Are Coming to Tusculum!!

For nearly 50 years, The Dixie Echoes have been delivering the good news of the Gospel through their spiritually uplifting musical ministry.  Since their formation in 1960, The Dixie Echoes have enjoyed much success and are probably best remembered for their performances on the Gospel Singing Jubilee, which aired in the late 60’s and early 70’s.  The quartet consists of long-time lead vocalist Randy Shelnut, baritone Randy Shelnut Jr., tenor Wesley Smith, and bass vocalist Pat Barker.  The quartet is accompanied by award winning pianist Stewart Varnado.  Although considered to be one of the pioneer Gospel groups, The Dixie Echoes have maintained a refreshing vocal style and a diverse song selection that appeal to audiences of all ages.

This concert will begin at 7:00 PM.  The concert is free. A love offering will be taken to pay for the Dixie Echoes travel expenses. Be here and receive a blessing!!!  Bring your friends!!!

Celebrate with us these Anniversaries

Ordination September 14, 1943

Wedding July 15, 1943

Come Celebrate With Us

The 65^th Anniversary of the Ordination

Of our Pastor

The Reverend Maury A. Norman

and

The 65^th Wedding Anniversary

 of

Edna and Maury Norman

Sunday July 27^th 3pm-5pm

Hendersonville CP Church

453 Walton Ferry Road

Hendersonville, TN

No gifts please.  Your presence will be a wonderful gift.