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RIVERSIDE REPORTER
Riverside Presbyterian Church
815 84th at Lindbergh Avenue
Niagara Falls, NY 14304
Phone 716-283-9752
Visit us at www.riversidepc.org
E-mail: [email protected]
2015
PASTOR’S PONDERINGS….
What is Faith?!?
The dictionary.com defines faith as
(1) confidence or trust in person or thing;
(2) belief that is not based on proof;
(3) belief in God or in the doctrines or teachings
of religion.
How do you define faith? Or how do you experience faith in the world around you? CJ in his sermon on Sunday will be exploring faith. Do you
see your faith as something that challenges you
or do you see faith as a comfort? These are
questions that need to be explored in each of our
lives.
As we prepare for Lent starting on Feb. 18th, the
journey to the Cross is all about faith, belief &
love. During this Lenten journey we will be exploring Biblical faith in writings & the people. Many of us proclaim the faith of our parents
& grandparents until an experience shakes our
foundation to its core.
Then the first question is “Where is God?”! The
doubt in those moments takes over & we struggle
to find balance. I believe in those moments God
is more present to us than we know or want to
see. It is easier to say, “God has left the building”.
Rev. Laura Norris-Buisch
For our struggle is knowing God is here even
when we are not able to explain our tragedy &
pain or the tragedies in our world. We humans
always want to explain away the moments of our
lives; especially if we can put them into neat &
concise boxes. Faith & life are not easily captured because sometimes they are matters of the
heart not the mind.
My friends, as we enter this journey of Lenten
discipline, may we live in the ambiguities of our
lives with faith & love in God.
Peace,
Laura
Romans 12:9
Let love be genuine; hate what is evil, hold fast to what is good;
February
Sanctuary
Flowers
News of Our Members & Friends
Our Sympathy ...
...to Barb Woodruff and family on the death of
her father, Gustave Craver who passed away
on January 2, 2015
...to the family of Vivian Diana Mahannah who
passed away on January 5, 2015
February 1st
...to Rich (& Patti) Kirkland on the death of his
brother, Dennis who passed away January 13, 2015
In loving memory of
Ron Masters
given by the Masters & Kudiba families
...to Roger (& Kim) Yung on the death of his mother,
Marilyn Leuer who passed away on January 21,
2015
February 8th
(Still available.)
Thank You...
...to everyone at Riverside for your thoughts, prayers
and cards during my recent illness. Your kindness
is truly appreciated.
Mary Scouten
February 15th
In loving memory of
Al Evans
given by the Evans family
Address Change...
Jean Hopkins
201 71st Street
Niagara Falls, NY 14304
February 22nd
(Still available.)
Niagara Catholic High School
presents...
The Wizard of OZ
staring... C J Tripi
If you would like to offer flowers for a loved one
or for a special occasion, the 2015 Flower Chart
is posted on the bulletin board.
You may also call the Church Office anytime.
with your request and your favorite flower or color.
You will be asked whether you will be taking the
flowers home or leaving them for a shut-in to enjoy.
as the Cowardly Lion
7:00PM ~ Friday, March 6th
7:00PM ~ Saturday, March 7th
2:00PM ~ Sunday, March 8th
Cost $7.00
CHURCH
OFFICE
HOURS
JANUARY ATTENDANCE
9:30AM
11:00AM
January 4th
32
52
January 11th
34
71
January 18th
33
75
January 25th
40
60
Rev. Laura Norris-Buisch
Church ~ 716-283-9752
Cell ~ 716-713-6365
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Friday
9:30AM - 2:00PM
9:30AM - 2:00PM
9:30AM - 2:00PM
9:30AM - 2:00PM
Other times available. For an appointment, call to schedule.
Church Office ~ Lynda Grozio
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
2
9:00AM - 2:30PM
9:00AM - 2:30PM
9:00AM - 2:30PM
Who Are We?
March Newsletter Deadline
Moderator :
Clerk of the Session:
Treasurer:
Financial Secretary:
Music Director:
Church Secretary:
is Sunday, February 15th
Rev. Laura Norris-Buisch
Susan Boyce
Cliff Abray
Marge Abray
Elizabeth Sanderson
Lynda Grozio
THE SESSION
Class of 2015
Jerry Chapman
Robert O’Toole
Judy Rodgers
David Spagnolo
297-8501
731-9913
236-7407
946-3427
Class of 2016
Susan Boyce
Michele Brocious
Jodi Masters
Barbara Vollick
625-9024
283-5129
692-6054
283-4708
Class of 2017
Diane Holt
Stephanie Soos
C. J. Tripi
Jean Westmoore
236-0123
298-5858
283-5329
773-0962
Session Team Assignments
Worship Team:
Christian Education:
Church Growth
Human Resources:
Financial Resources:
Buildings & Grounds:
Nominating Committee:
Stewardship Committee:
Presbytery Representative:
Judy Rodgers
C. J. Tripi
Stephanie Soos
Diane Holt
TBA
Barb Vollick
Susan Boyce
David Spagnolo
Dorothy Westhafer
Session will meet...
6:30PM Wednesday, February 25th
Do you have something to share?
Send it to the church office
by the 15th of every month
to ensure publication!
...see page 6
RIVERSIDE’S CONCERN LIST:
Our Shut-ins:
Wade Bowen, Janis Cattrall, Rex Deweese, Barbara
Faulring, Anita Kennedy, Lucy LaScala, Betty Lewis, Viola
Metz, Dwain Morris, Katie Naus, Phyllis vonDoenhoff
THE DEACONS
Class of 2015
Laurie Brodie
Emily Kernin
Jill Kudiba
Crystal Lively
Military Prayers:
David Cattrall, Bryan O’Toole, James Weatherston, Grant
Scouten (Mary’s grandson), Christopher Weatherston
754-7854
773-3642
692-9372
531-1995
Class of 2016
Linda Johnson
Irving Morrell
283-8161
283-8862
Class of 2017
Barbara Rodgers
283-2847
Moderator:
Secretary:
Barbara Rodgers
Jill Kudiba
Other Prayer Concerns:
Pat Murphy (daughter of Flora O’Toole), Eric O’Connor &
Richard Benson (friends of Julie Leffler), Scott Faulring
(Barb’s son), Richard & Parker Komm (friends of Carol Urso), Steve Vickery (friend of David Spagnolo), Caralyn
Reynolds (friend of Kim Yung), Kassandra Kern & family
(Jean Hopkins granddaughter), Robert Holt, Wendy Herbst
(friend of Emily Kernin), Michael Freeman, Lorriane McCoull
& family (Margaret Smith’s niece), Barb Woodruff & family,
family of Diana Manahhah
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RIVERSIDE’S FINANCES AT A GLANCE
Lectionary Scripture Readings … February
February 1, 2015
The church’s financial state is not easy to evaluate, because
Income and Expense are so variable. Heating bills rise in the
winter, Mission donations are usually made at the end of the
year, and Properties costs can appear unexpectedly. The General Offering is probably the most dependable measure of the
Church’s financial health.
February 8, 2015
4th Sunday in Ordinary Time 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Deuteronomy 18:15-20
Psalm 111
1 Corinthians 8:1-13
Mark 1:21-28
Isaiah 40:21-31
Psalm 147:1-11, 20c
1 Corinthians 9:16-23
Mark 1:29-39
February 15, 2015
February 22, 2015
Transfiguration of the Lord
2 Kings 2:1-12
Psalm 50:1-6
2 Corinthians 4:3-6
Mark 9:2-9
AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2014
Annual
Budget
Budget
to date
INCOME
General Offering
Special Offering
Other Income
Total Income
125,000
10,200
12,000
147,200
62,499
5,099
5,999
73,599
64,399
4,272
3,638
72,309
EXPENSE
Missions
Church Programs
Personnel
Administration
Properties
Total Expense
15,224
4,890
111,345
6,306
18,450
156,215
7,611
2,444
55,672
3,152
9,224
78,107
5,807
1,521
54,680
2,413
24,009
88,433
1st Sunday in Lent
Genesis 9:8-17
Psalm 25:1-10
Peter 3:18-22
Mark 1:9-15
Fiscal Year
to date
INCOME
Deacon Mission for February ...
CAS
E
“CHA Y HOUSE
LLEN
GE ”
Sunday School News...
Our Christmas Children’s Pageant this year
was once again, very entertaining!
I’d like to thank Barbara Rodgers for
volunteering to be our “Older, Wiser Mary”
and also Joe Falcone for stepping in to be
one of our “Wise Men”. This definitely put an added
ingredient to the mix! And, of course, our children that
work so hard every year to make the Pageant a success!
During the month of February the Deacons will be sponsoring
a different kind of mission for Casey House.
In fact, we are challenging everyone in the congregation
to participate and GIVE FROM THE HEART!
Ages: Sunday School thru 20yrs
are asked to bring in DENTAL SUPPLIES
Now that the Holidays are over,
we have an exciting Winter/Spring curriculum
ready for our children in Sunday School.
(toothbrushes, toothpaste, floss, mouthwash, etc.)
Ages: 21yrs thru 50yrs
are asked to bring in SHOWER/BATH SUPPLIES
A couple of important dates for parents
to mark on your calendars…
(soap, body wash, deodorant, etc.)
Ages: 51yrs thru 100yrs
please bring HAIR PRODUCTS
April 5th - EASTER - NO Sunday School
(shampoo, conditioner, etc.)
May 5th - MOTHER’S DAY - NO Sunday School
Posters (designed by Emily Kernin) will be displayed
to keep track of which age group that donates the most!
June 7th - LAST DAY OF SUNDAY SCHOOL
Sunday School Picnic for the children
(outside weather permitting)
The real winners will be our less fortunate neighbors
who will be able to use these items.
Any questions or concerns regarding Sunday School,
always feel free to ask C.J. Tripi or Heather Stackpole!
REMINDER:
If you do not have mission envelopes,
but would like to contribute, please mark your own envelope…
FEBRUARY MISSION - CASEY HOUSE
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God’s Blessings to You,
Heather Stackpole
Moms come in all shapes and sizes,
have their own ups and downs
and their own style but one thing’s for sure,
ALL moms need the support of other moms!
CANDLELIGHTING SERVICE
..held the first Sunday
of every month
will NOT be held in February
but will resume,
Sunday, March 1st
at
6:00PM
Join us for..
MOM’S MORNING OUT!!!
10:00AM
Wednesday, Feb. 25th
join us then, for an evening of reflection
We will meet at …
PANERA BREAD
on Military Rd.
Sunday, February 1st
Come for coffee & conversation
Cash and cans
will be collected
by our Youth
Lunch & Bible Study
12:00 noon
every Monday
T. G. I. F. ~ COFFEE BREAK!
On Fridays
Bring your lunch & a friend!
Here at the church
from 9:30AM to 11:00AM
Visit with Laura and friends!
Stop in for a cup of coffee/tea & conversation!
Weekly Prayer Service
will be held every
9:00AM
every Tuesday morning
Come join the “LUNCH BUNCH”
Anyone and everyone is invited to join us
for “dutch treat” lunch
at a different location once a month!
YE-AULD BOOK SHOP
Remember to check out the bookroom
downstairs in the Rainbow Room.
Our next Lunch Bunch date is…
Time: 12:00 noon
As always, thank you for your support!
BOOK PRICES:
Paperbacks
Hardcovers
Children’s books
Date: February 17th
$.25 cents
$1.00
5 for $1.00
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Place: Taylor’s Tap & Grill
Niagara Falls Blvd.
The season of LENT
begins on Ash Wednesday, February 18, 2015
PARENTS MORNING OUT !!!
Lead by Rev. Laura/Linda Johnson
"Lent is often associated with 'giving up' certain habits or pleasures, a time of doing something extra so that we are conscious of
the suffering of Jesus, and prepared to celebrate the new life of
resurrection.
Saturday, February 28th
Drop your children off ~ 9:00PM
"Jesus did not know about Lent. Jesus knew about discipleship.
Almsgiving, prayer, and fasting--these were not 'extras' in the
spiritual life. Giving, praying and fasting were to be the normal
patterns of life for those he called and who chose to follow him....
Pick them up by ~ 12:00PM
Activities, Snacks, Movies
FREE babysitting will be available!!!
GATHERING OF FRIENDS...
"We are among those called by Jesus. Our Lenten practices
might indeed be a bit more pronounced than at other times of the
year, but our lives throughout the year are to be shaped by habits
of faith Jesus learned in his own religious upbringing.
will meet Friday, February 27th
at 12 noon in the dining room.
"What habits am I creating that will focus my life to follow the footsteps of Jesus?"
Cackie Upchurch, in "A Year of Sundays:
PLEASE R.S.V.P
Gospel Reflections 2007"
Bring your own lunch.
Beverages and dessert will be served.
What is Ash Wednesday? Is it really Presbyterian?
You’re welcome to bring a friend!
Although Ash Wednesday has not been very important for many
Presbyterians until recent decades, it’s as “Presbyterian” as repentance, confession, and pardon. Presbyterians and others have
begun to recover Ash Wednesday in recent years, discovering in
it powerful symbols that have helped to lead us into the spiritual
disciplines of Lent. Traditionally the palms that we waved on Palm
Sunday are burned to ashes and brought out for use on Ash
Wednesday. On that day, a minister, elder, or other marks our
foreheads with a cross-shaped sign, saying, “You are dust, and to
dust you shall return,” from Gen. 3:19. The ashes remind us of
our mortality, the brevity of life, and our need for confession and
pardon. At the same time, because the sign on our foreheads is
cross-shaped, it’s meant to remind us of our baptism. We who
have died to Christ will be raised with him. So the ultimate point of
Ash Wednesday is to face up to some hard realities, buoyed by
our confident hope in the One who raised Jesus from the dead
and who will have the last word over our lives, too.
If you like to play Euchre, Canasta
or Mexican Dominos this is for YOU!
If you don’t know how… come! We’ll teach you!
Leave your troubles behind at home
and let’s get together and enjoy!
Hope to see you there!
Sylvia Davis,
Barb Woodruff,
Co-chairs
1927 Union Carbide Newsletter
submitted by Ken Raymond
Contributed by Ron Byars; PCUSA Website
LASALLE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER, INC.
8477 Buffalo Ave.
(located at St. John de LaSalle Parish)
OPEN HOUSE
Sunday, Feb. 22nd 1:00PM - 3:00PM
Call 283-5140 for more information
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NEWS FROM THE RIVERSIDE WORKERS…
Lee Tweedie, President
The Riverside Workers are a group of women who work for the church. We have been
called on many times to help out. This group was formed many years ago, as a group
was needed. Through the years we have worked hard and our group is slowly giving
away to age. We need your help and input to keep us going. We are NOT all Bazaar
and crafts.
The Bakeless Bake sale to benefit the Scholarship Fund will be held on three Sundays in February. Those being the 8th, 15th and the 22nd. This is a bake sale where no
one has to bake. What could be easier, no work. Just donate the cost of the items
on what you would have spent baking and what you would have spent buying some of
the delicious items that would have been donated. We may have 7 applicants for scholarship this year. Help a good cause.
Plans are still under discussion concerning the bazaar this coming year. We need some
young blood to help out, especially in clean up. Will keep you posted.
Our next meeting will be held on the 10th of February at 10am. Lots of things going
on. Please consider joining us. Bring your lunch and we will furnish the beverage and the
dessert. See you then.
RIVERSIDE WORKERS
(first time and extended)
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS
are available!
See Florrie Evans on Sunday mornings or contact the church office.
Deadline is no later than March 1st !
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Heart & Soul Mission ….
Youth Mission Trip Fundraiser
"Bottle Junction"
Beverage Container Redemption Center
3050 Niagara Falls Blvd in North Tonawanda
Our ongoing Mission Work at Heart and Soul
takes place the third Saturday of each month.
Heart and Soul is a soup kitchen located at
939 Ontario Avenue, near Main Street, Niagara Falls.
Workers are expected to arrive at 10:00AM
and usually finish by 2:00PM.
WE ARE STILL COLLECTING CANS!
Simply bring your empty bottles and cans
to the Redemption Center.
Mention you are donating your deposit money to
"Riverside Presbyterian Church Youth"
& they will count them.
If you prefer, you can also bring
your bottles/cans to church
& one of the Deacons
will bring them to the center for you!
Saturday February 21st
Team #3
Cliff Abray
Liz Berard
Laura Norris Buisch
Aurelanne Clarkson
Florrie Evans
Hope Novak
Hugh & Lee Tweedie
Barb Vollick
Please make every effort to make your assigned date,
and notify your team captain if you are unable to work on
your scheduled Saturday.
We truly thank all who have volunteered to work on
this mission project. Remember, without your work,
many of the people whom we serve at Heart and Soul
would go without food that day if we do not feed them.
RIVERSIDE’S SNOW REMOVAL TEAM
Sundays
(need volunteer)
Mondays
(need volunteer)
Channel 2 News
Closing Central
Tuesdays
Jerry Chapman
Riverside has once again teamed up with
Channel 2 until March to give our church
family the latest forecast and closings.
Wednesdays
Ken Gilliland
Thursdays
(need volunteer)
Remember to watch Channel 2 News or go to WGRZ.com
for the most up-to-date closing information.
Fridays
James Cowe
PLAN AHEAD!
Join the team!
Saturdays
Duane Delgrolice
Thank you for volunteering! It is very much appreciated.
Please contact each other or someone else
to switch if unable to keep your scheduled day.
with The Riverside Riders
SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2015
Any questions, see or call Building & Grounds Chair,
Barbara Vollick at 283-4708
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Friday,
February 20th
Upcoming Youth Group Events...
at Riverside
Youth Group Meeting
6:30PM - 8:00PM
Bring your voice
& your friends!!!
Friday,
February 6th
Join us for our next…
Soup Lunch & Book Review
*Activities
‘The Names of my Mother’
*Food
*Planning
All You Can Eat Pancake Supper
by Dianne Sanders Riordan
5:00PM ~ 7:00PM
12:30PM Sunday,
February 15th
Tuesday, Feb. 17th
Questions: see Rev. Laura
Cost $7.00
Proceeds to benefit this year’s Youth Mission Trip
to Blue Knob, Pennsylvania.
February 18, 2015
12:00PM
7:00PM
Ash Wednesday Prayer Service
Ash Wednesday Service
Daylight Savings Time
Sunday, March 8th
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Volunteers for February
Volunteers for March
LAY READERS at 9:30AM
February 1st
Cliff Abray
February 8th
Quin/Maddy Buisch
February 15th
C. J. Tripi
February 22nd
Barb Vollick
LAY READERS at 9:30AM
March 1st
Jill Kudiba
March 8th
Quin/Maddy Buisch
March 15th
Florrie Evans
March 22nd
Cliff Abray
March 29th
C. J. Tripi
LAY READERS at 11:00AM
February 1st
Barb Vollick
February 8th
Cindy Williams
February 15th
Babs DeMarco
February 22nd
Lisa Tripi
LAY READERS at 11:00AM
March 2nd
Jean Westmoore
March 9th
Mary Scouten
March 16th
Joanne Bodman
March 23rd
Dorothy Westhafer
March 30th
Bob O’Toole
USHERS at 9:30AM
All of February
Team #2
Cliff Abray, Barb Vollick
USHERS at 9:30AM
All of March
The Kudiba family
USHERS at 11:00AM
All of February
Team #6
Mary Bauer
Joyce O’Donnell
Cindy Williams
Dorothy Westhafer
USHERS at 11:00AM
All of March
Team #7
Babs & John DeMarco
COMMUNION SERVERS at 9:30AM
All of March
Team #3
Cliff Abray
Jill Kudiba
COMMUNION SERVERS at 9:30AM
All of February
Team #2
Jean Hansen, Jean Hopkins
COMMUNION SERVERS at 11:00AM
March 1st
Team #2
Michele Brocius
Dorothy Westhafer
Lynn Emmick
COMMUNION SERVERS at 11:00AM
February 1st
Team #1
Jackie Masters
Mary Scouten
Kim & Roger Yung
GREETER at 9:30AM
All of March
Marian Grosenbaugh
GREETER at 9:30AM
All of February
Cliff Abray
GREETER at 11:00AM
All of March
Babs & John DeMarco
GREETER at 11:00AM
All of February
Lois Hughes
COFFEE SERVER
All of March
TBA
COFFEE SERVERS
All of February
Patti Kirkland
Kelli Kirkland
Gianna Ricchiazzi
The Worship Team would like to give thanks to all those willing to serve. If you are unable to fulfill your day,
please try and find a replacement and let the church office know. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Barbara Vollick at 283-4708.
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Riverside Workers
Bakeless Sale
begins
12:30PM
Soup Lunch
& Book Review
Souper Bowl of Caring
Riverside Workers
Bakeless Sale
12:00PM
Lunch & Bible Study
23
Presidents’ Day
March Newsletter deadline
22
12:00PM
Lunch & Bible Study
16
NO
Lunch & Bible Study
9
12:00PM
Lunch & Bible Study
2
Mon
Riverside Workers
Bakeless Sale
15
8
1
Sun
Casey House Challenge!
Deacon Mission
9:00AM
Prayer Service
9:00AM
Prayer Service
9:00AM
Prayer Service
24
9:00AM
Prayer Service
5:00PM - 7:00PM
Shrove Tuesday
Pancake Supper
12:00PM Lunch Bunch
goes to Taylor’s
17
10:00AM
Riverside Workers
Business Meeting
& Lunch
10
3
Tue
7:00PM
Choir Rehearsal
7:00PM
Choir Rehearsal
7:00PM
Choir Rehearsal
6:30PM
Session Meeting
25 10:00AM
Mom’s Morning Out!
NO Choir Rehearsal
Services at
12:00PM & 7:00PM
18
11
4
Wed
26
19
12
5
Thu
February 2015
9:30AM - 11:30AM
TGIF Coffee Hour
12:00PM
Gathering of Friends
27
9:30AM - 11:30AM
TGIF Coffee Hour
7:00PM
KARAOKE
@ Riverside!
20
9:30AM - 11:30AM
TGIF Coffee Hour
13
9:30AM - 11:30AM
TGIF Coffee Hour
6:30PM - 8:00PM
Youth Group Meeting
6
Fri
10:00AM
Heart & Soul
Mission Work
Team #3
28
9:00AM - 12:00PM
PARENTS
MORNING
OUT!
21
14
7
Sat
Riverside Presbyterian Church
815 84th St. at Lindbergh Ave
Niagara Falls, NY 14304
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Your February Newsletter
The Riverside Reporter
February 2015
Riverside Presbyterian Church
Rev. Laura Norris-Buisch
Church Phone: 283-9752
IMPORTANT DATES
February 17th
12:00PM
7:00PM
12:00PM
5:00PM
12:30PM
10:00AM
Heart & Soul Mission Work
KARAOKE
ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICE
ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICE
Lunch Bunch goes to the Taylor’s Tap & Grille
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
March Newsletter articles are due!
Soup Lunch & Book Review
Riverside Workers Business Meeting & Lunch
Souper Bowl of Caring
February 18th
7:00PM
Mom’s Morning Out
Session Meeting
Riverside Workers Bakeless Sale begins
February 20th
10:00AM
Gathering of Friends
February 1st
February 21st
10:00AM
6:30PM
PARENT’S MORNING OUT!
February 8th
February 25th
9:00AM
12:00PM
February 10th
February 27th
February 15th
February 28th

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