Do you remember these lovely ladies who had been on the SMPC picnic sometime in the 1970's. I know who they are. Do you?
Thanks to all who celebrated with us on Saturday December 7. Margaret and Paul appreciate all your love shown to Bill!!
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Fourth Sunday of Advent December 22, 2024 The Rev. Bill Humphreys PEPARE FOR WORSHIP TOGETHER “But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid, for see - I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people…”” -Luke 2: 10 Preaching Schedule December 1 - Communion Sunday, Rev.Bill Humphreys December 8 - The Rev. Deb Church December 15- The Rev. Bill Humphreys December 22 - The Rev. Bill Humphreys December 29 - The Rev. Bill Humphreys Bell Choir will participate in worship at SMPC on Sunday, December 22at 1030. Join in the chorus!! Christmas Eve service will be held at 6 pm at SMPC!! The Handbell Choir will lead in worship. Don't forget the Christmas Joy offering. Next Sunday, 12/29/24 The fifth Sunday in December, the worship service will be a hymn sing at El Buen Pastorl at 10:00 AM. Come and sing some Christmas Carols and more, as you choose! NOTE:Thanks to one and all who participated in preparing for the service on December 7 for Bill Franke. Once again the "beloved community" of the churches and Truchas and Chimayo stepped forward. NOTE: Both Francois Miglio at EBP and Gene Vigil at SMPC have recently rewrapped the pull-ropes around the respective church bells; both the workers and the bells are in good working order!! Thanks from Bill H and the sessions. Play the video on the sidebar to hear the full effect!!. PRAYER REQUESTS A prayer of thanksgiving for all the love and support we have felt from you these past days. Margaret and Paul d COMMUNITY EVENTS: REMINDER of Items for help: Here’s a list of some items that would be helpful for neighbors and others in need, and maybe YOU would be glad to shop for some of them, then bring them to church and we’ll collect them for distribution, perhaps in zip-lock bags: tooth brush; tooth paste, kleenex, fruit snacks, bottled water, deodorant, socks, meat/cheese sticks, wet ones, comb, soap, shampoo, bandaids, lip balm, crackers, sanitizer, zip lock bags. You may think of some other items; be creative and generous! Thanksgiving for this week: Thanks to Dr Bj and his faithful years of services to the Clinic. Our prayers go out for him. Thanks to Gene Vigil and others who repaired the bell rope. Gene reminds us we ring the Bell on Sunday and then when someone in the Village dies. Bill and Margaret Franke Mailing address: 5200 West Blvd # 504 Boardman OH 44512 Remembering Friends and Community Members. NOTE: PRAYER REQUESTS And THANKSGIVINGS Sara Romer Joe and Salena Keesecker as they struggle with health issues. SF PW Bible Study .Zoom Bible study will continue in December 16 at 5 pm. Reach out to Edith or Margaret for more information.
Officers for SMPC: Elders: Darlene Montoya, Clerk of Session, Class of Elders Class of 2024 Valerie Cordova and Leandro Cordova Elders Class of 2025: Roseanne Martinez Elders Class of 2026: Darlene Montoya and Cindy Vigil Deacons: Class of 2024 : Clara Vigil and Mike Montoya Class of 2025 : Leslee Cordova Class of 2026: Natalie Cordova. Corporation officers: Leslee Cordova, President, Roseanne Martinez, Sec., Mary Singelton and Margaret Franke, members. Officers for EBP: Elders: David Bass, Clerk of Session Eunice and David Class of 2024 AnaLisa and Waldo Class of 25 Deacons: Layla Coriz, James Coriz, Class of 24 Edna Martinez and Susy Ruiz and Gloria and Jesse ANNOUNCEMENTS Jicarita Cluster Information- Our churches are members of the Cluster which includes the northern New Mexico Churches including Penasco, Embudo, Ranchos de Taos and Taos First, Chacon, Mora, Las Vegas, White Rock, El Buen Pastor Chimayo, Smith Memorial Truchas, Los Alamos United, and Westminster Santa Fe. These churches work together to support Camp Loma Verde which holds summer programs for Cluster youth. Presbytery of Santa Fe The Presbytery sends information on their webpage: https://santafepresbytery.org PHOTOS WANTED IF you want to share a photo of family or nature at worship, please send photo to Margaret [email protected]. I will upload and post so we can see each other!! Prayer requests: Send requests to Margaret at [email protected] Smith Memorial Presbyterian Church, Truchas, New Mexico (Truchas is Spanish for trout) |