February 4, 2021
T he H e ral d
Volume XXXXXVII,
No 1
Ash Wednesday Drive-up Worship Experience
Inside this issue: On Ash Wednesday (2/17/21) we will offer our usual joint wor-
ship service with our sister church, Unity Presbyteri-
Pastor Writes/Thank 2 an. Weather permitting, from 4-6:30 pm we will have a bonfire
yous going in their firepit. Individuals and families may arrive as is
convenient for them. Pastors Andrew Black and Mike Riggins
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will offer prayers, the imposition of ashes (from last year's
coordinator/ birth-
palms, not the fire!) and a brief liturgy. We will also have
Calendar 4 marshmallows and sticks for roasting them. Cheryl Moles will
explain why those charred marshmallows are appropriate for
Church Happenings 5
the day! Unity Presbyterian Church is at 1207 E. Springhill
Dr.
Worship Update
The session will meet the evening of 2/10 to determine when and how Central Presbyterian
will resume in-person programming--including worship. Please pray for our elders to have wis-
dom, intelligence and kindness as they discuss these critical questions.
Should they determine to reopen the church we will immediately communicate their decision
in every way possible.
We do not have a date for our first in-person worship service as of yet.
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A message from Pastor Mike Riggins
As vaccines get into arms--many of them belonging to Central members and friends--
and as the pandemic metrics improve in Vigo County, I have a request to make. Could
every person reading these words stop for a moment and pray for our elders? They
face the difficult decision of determining when and how to resume in-person program-
ming, including worship services.
In recent weeks I have received an ever-increasing number of requests that we re-
sume in-person worship. I believe many of the elders have, too. This is completely
understandable. In fact, I too hope to return to "normal" as fast as possible.
But this decision is complicated. And it carries the potential of having consequences
so serious I have watched elders' faces literally fall with the burden they feel. (Virtual
meetings are a pain in the neck but at least you can see each others' expressions
more clearly!) Furthermore, no choice available to the elders will satisfy everybody.
Therefore I repeat my request. Please pray for your elders. Thank you!
Joint meeting of session and deacons to happen Saturday, February 20
All currently-serving elders and deacons should plan to attend our annual joint meet-
ing. We will conduct it this year by Zoom. We'll start at 8:30am and conclude by noon at
latest. Newly-elected church officers will also receive the meeting invitation and may
choose to participate if they like.
Where do I begin? Thank you seems so
small for all the love and concern I’ve
I wanted to take time to thank everyone received the past few months. I have so
who sent cards, texts and called me re- appreciated the calls, cards, prayers and
garding the passing of my father. I was good thoughts during my time off for
overwhelmed with the support and love surgery and recuperation. The surgery
from everyone in my church family. Thank was much needed and I’m glad it’s behind
you again for your thoughts and care. me. You are wonderful people and I am
blessed to work for such a caring and
Scott Racop loving congregation! Thanks again!
Sarah Kelsheimer
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Christian Educator/Communications Coordinator
This single position will require 30 hours/week of work. Salaried position at a range of
$30,000-$35,000 per annum. As a small business (church) we will not be providing insur-
ance or other benefits beyond a continuing education allowance.
The position has two primary responsibilities: to plan, develop and supervise the church's
educational ministry; and, to create and maintain effective internal and external communica-
tions.
Proficiency with computers and social media required; bachelor's degree preferred.
The Communications Coordinator work will begin as soon as the person hired can
start. The Christian Educator work will begin June 24, one week before our current Chris-
tian Educator retires.
For a detailed job description and to express interest in applying for the position please con-
tact Pastor Mike Riggins at [email protected]. We will receive applications through Friday,
February 12.
February birthdays
1—Susanne Hawk, Bruce McLaren
3—Peter Ekstrom
4—P. J. Ekstrom, Zoe Payne
6—Kevin Christ,
7—Rowyn Holder
8—Ryan Giltner
10—Danny Rader, Grace Ann Spencer
13—Charles Hoffman
15—Lilly Guell, Pam Quiroz
17— Cora Glenn, Robert Symon, Charlie Weber
19—Hannah Marlow
21 — John Moulton
22—Anna Tilstra-Smith
24—Koby Powers
25—Susan Bough, Margaret Clem, Marcella Guthrie
27—Liv Judge, Linda Riggins, Fred Simmons, Benjamin Spencer
28—Ayden Thacker
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February 2021
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 2 3 Bible 4 5 6
study and
beer 7:30
7 Worship 8 9 10Bible 11 12 13
10:30 study and
Youth 6:00 beer 7:30
14Worship 15 Office 16 Commis- 17 Staff 18 19 20
10:30 closed. sion/ meeting
Youth 6:00 Committee 11:15
meetings
Bible study
and beer
7:30
21Worship 22 Cup of 23 24Cup of 25 26 27
our Lives our Lives
10:30
Devotion
Youth 6:00 Devotion 9:30
time 7:30
Lenten series Bible study
on Zoom and beer
6:00 7:30
28Worship
10:30
Youth 6:00
Lenten series
on Zoom
6:00
Central Presbyterian Church
Central Presbyterian Church
125 North Seventh Street
Terre Haute, IN 47807 Sunday School for all ages 9:30 a.m.
Phone: 812-232-5049 Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.
Fax: 812-232-5040 Rev. Mike Riggins, Pastor
Email:
[email protected] Cheryl Moles, Christian Educator
Sarah Kelsheimer, Church Secretary
Church Happenings
Women’s Book Club Women’s Bible Study
The Women’s Book Club will The Women’s Bible Study will
be meeting on February 6 at once again begin to meet once
Next Herald 7:00 in the church lounge. the Elders have agreed to open
Deadline — The book to be discussed is the building. Please watch the
Dinner at the Homesick enews and your bulletins for
Feb. 24, 2021
Restaurant by Anne Tyler. more information .
Brenda G. will lead the discus-
sion.
