Past Events - 2007

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Joy to the World!
Advent & Christmas at Third Church

Click here to learn about the many worship services, classes and special events taking place during Advent and Christmas.

 

 

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Presbyterian Men
Monday, December 17, 7:30pm
Contact Peter Weishaar at 218-9891 or send an email by clicking here.

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Sisters in Spirit
Friday, December 21, 9:30am
All women are welcome to join the group for a special Christmas Tea, fellowship and prayer. Contact Amy Stratton-Smith at 224-9051 or strattonsmith@frontiernet.net for more information.

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Shawl Knitting Ministry
Monday, December 17, 7:00pm
If you have any questions, please call Pat Rumbold at 288-8142 or Nancy Adams at 889-4055.

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“Blue” Christmas Worship
Monday, December 17, 7:00pm
The holidays can be a difficult time for those grieving the loss of loved ones or who are experiencing other losses or concerns. Especially at this time, when everything seems aglow and when others seem filled with joy as they participate in parties and other celebrations, those individuals and families who do not feel the “Joy of the Season” may experience isolation, loneliness and depression. This service is offered as a way to provide comfort and care to anyone who is feeling “blue” during the holiday season. Led by Jamie Kenyon, Pam Foye and Cecil Buchinger.

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Christmas Baskets 2007
Forty-five School #35 families and fifteen RAIHN families will be the recipients of the 2007 Christmas Baskets. The biggest change this year is that hams and turkeys are not being solicited because the delivery date (December 16) is more than a week before Christmas and storage is a logistical problem. Each family will be receiving a TOPS market gift card (no Wegman stores are near the recipient base).

Here’s how you can help!

Deliver baskets to families on Sunday, December 16. Contact Rose Pethick at 388-8546.

Cash gifts are always welcome. Make checks payable to Third Presbyterian Church and note: “Christmas Baskets.” We have discovered that we must order gift cards in bulk from TOPS markets, thus we are asking for donations of $15.00 or $20.00 (for the larger families) in cash or check so that we can include a gift card with each Christmas Basket.

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Lunchtime Series: Advent Lectionary
Thursday, December 13 and 20, 12:00pm
Jamie Kenyon December 13
Isaiah 35:1-10; Psalm 146:5-10; Luke 1:47-55; James 5:7-10; Matthew 11:2-22

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Song Fest at Valley Manor
Thursday, December 13, 7:15pm
This Song Fest will be devoted to Christmas carols and families are encouraged to attend with their children and young people. Call Joanne Anderson at 734-1307 for further details.

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“Story & Song”
A Celebration of Winter
Tuesday, December 11, 2:00pm
The Corner Place
Story hour, music and refreshments for ages 3 to 5, presented by the Monroe Branch Library and The Corner Place. Story hour, music and refreshments for ages 3 to 5, presented by the Monroe Branch Library and The Corner Place.

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Church School Chapel
Sunday, December 9, 11:00am
“Advent Gifts,” based on John 3:16, is the theme for the December Church School Chapel service. We are delighted to welcome representatives from the School 6 & 35 tutoring programs, who are joining us for this service. As always, parents are welcome to attend.

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Chapel Concert by Candlelight
Thursday, December 6 at 7:30pm
The second concert in the 2007-2008 series of Chapel Concerts by Candlelight on Thursday, December 6 at 7:30pm series will feature The Emerald Brass Quintet. This group was formed in 2006 by five graduate students at the Eastman School of Music. Their concerts are filled with sparkling virtuosity and music from a variety of periods and styles. This series is made possible in part by the Janet S. and David B. Reed Fund.

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Presbyterian Men
Monday, December 3, 7:30pm
Contact Pete Weishaar at 218-9891 or send an email to: TPCmen-subscribe@yahoogroups.com.

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Monday Night Evening Prayer
December 3, 2007 at 7pm

This service will focus on Advent as a time of preparation and waiting for the coming of our Lord. John Wilkinson and Amy Stratton-Smith will serve as liturgist with musicians Scott Stratton Smith, cantor, Jeremy Stratton-Smith, cantor and cello, Susan Kieren, oboe and Sandy Gianniny, harp. Candle Lighters will be Jo Whang and Ellen Foster. Come for a time of prayer and meditation in the beauty of the Chapel.

Shawl Knitting Ministry
Monday, December 3, 5:00pm
If you have questions, feel free to call Pat Rumbold at 288-8142 or Nancy Adams at 889-4055.

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Service of Prayer and Spiritual Healing
Sunday, December 2, 7:00pm
Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinty School

All are welcome to attend this annual observance of World AIDS Day. Reflection by Reverend Robert Arrington, Assistant Pastor of Tawo Pano Unity Fellowship Church.

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Alternative Christmas Market
Sunday, December 2, 9:00am-2:00pm
Johnston Hall

Wonderful Gifts… Do Justice… Promote Mercy!

Holiday shopping will benefit:

• One World Goods
• Worship, Music and Arts
• Youth Ministry
• Interfaith Hospitality Network
• Corner Place
• Hunger Team
• Earth Keepers
• Girl Scouts

• Buy a Kenya Farm Animal
• Fundraising lunch offered by Youth

 

Calvin Guild
Wednesday, November 28, 12:00pm
Wil Pigeon’s topic for this meeting is “Sleep Disorders and treatments.” Contact Ed King at 342-2736 if you wish to attend. Charge for those bringing a dish to pass is $2.00; if you do not bring a dish to pass, the charge is $5.00.

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Deacon Tea
Thursday, November 29, 3:00pm
Cloverwood
Refreshments will be served for residents of Cloverwood. For more information and to RSVP, please contact Van VanZanten at 271-7649.

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Song Fest at Valley Manor
Thursday, November 29, 7:15pm
Valley Manor
Refreshments will be served. All are welcome! Please call if you would like to do a solo (vocal or instrumental), quote poetry, clown, whatever your talent. Contact Joanne Anderson at 734-1307 to offer your talent or if you need a ride.

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Commissioning Class Kick Off
Wednesday, November 28, 6:00pm
Chapel
The first meeting of the group, which will include the youths’ parents, will take place November 28. The actual class will begin December 5. Contact John Wilkinson for more information (jwilkinson@thirdpresbyterian.org or 271-6537, ext. 105).

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Shop ‘til You Drop for RAIHN
Monday, November 26, 6:00pm
Pittsford Plaza
Once again “Shop ‘til You Drop” will take place the Monday after Thanksgiving at Pittsford Plaza. Participating stores are: One World Goods, blueground, Color Me Mine and Hands On and Beyond. Dine first at Camille's Sidewalk Cafe! For the second year in a row, One World Goods is donating 20% of the proceeds. The others and Camille’s Sidewalk Café are donating 15% of the evening’s proceeds.

Help RAIHN while accomplishing some of your Christmas and holiday gift giving needs. Last year this evening’s tally was $2300 for RAIHN! Join the fun.

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133rd Interfaith Thanksgiving Worship Service
Thursday, November 22, 11:00am
Temple Beth El, 139 Winton Road South
You are asked to bring some warm clothing items for the growing number of Burmese refugees settling in this area. The most severe need is for winter boots in men’s women’s, and children’s sizes. The women and men have smaller feet, so we need small-sized men’s and women’s gently used or new boots, as well as the children’s sizes. Additionally, the refugees would welcome warm gloves, scarves and hats.

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Presbyterian Men
Monday, November 19, 7:00pm
Contact Pete Weishaar at 218-9891 or send an email to TPCmen-subscribe@yahoo.com.

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Shawl Knitting Ministry
Monday, November 19, 5:00pm
Work and conversation goes until 6:00 or 6:30pm. If you have questions, please feel free to call Pat Rumbold at 288-8142 or Nancy Adams at 889-4055.

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Come for Lunch, Learn About the Ukraine
Sunday, November 18, 12:00pm
Celebration Center
For a year, Rachel Norton worked in the Ukraine among the Roma or “Gypsy” people, specifically as a school teacher. She will report to the congregation at an informal lunch. If you are interested in hearing this worthwhile report, please RSVP to Dona Culhane at 271-6537, ext. 101 or dculhane@thirdpresbyterian.org.

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Third Sunday Brunch for Third Church Happy Bunch
Sunday, November 18, 12:15pm
You and your friends are cordially invited to join the Third Church Happy Bunch for our upcoming monthly Sunday Brunch, November 18, 12:15pm. Mark your calendars! Call Ralph at 271-7649. For future happenings, click here to send an email.

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Ice Skating Party
Sunday, November 18, 2:30pm
Village Sports, 2830 Baird Road, Fairport

Join your church friends for an ice skating party! We will be skating from 2:30 – 4:00pm, and will have the opportunity for light snacks and socializing in a gathering room from 3:30 – 4:30pm. Ice skates may be rented for $3.00 per rental. Children under 12 must wear helmets (bike helmets may be used).

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Moms’ Group
Tour and tea at the Susan B. Anthony House (17 Madision Street, Rochester)
Saturday, November 17, 1:00PM
Join the Moms’ group as we "Journey" to the Susan B. Anthony House. We'll start with a tour and finish with a tea in the Carriage House. The cost is $10 per person. Please no later than November 11 if you would like to join us. All are welcome! For more information or to RSVP, contact Jenny Hutkowski at 264-1157.

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Responding to the California wildfires:
Presbyterian financial and human resources have made their way to southern California, primarily through Presbyterian Disaster Assistance/One Great Hour of Sharing. Included in our concerns is the congregation of the Malibu Presbyterian Church, whose building was completely destroyed by fire. You may support the relief efforts by writing a check to Third Church and noting "California" in the memo section. For further information, visit http://www.pcusa.org/pda.

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Ruth Draper in Recital
Friday, November 9, 7:30pm
Asbury United Methodist Church

Third Church Assistant Organist Ruth Draper's recital for her Master of Music degree in Organ Performance will be on Friday evening, November 9 at 7:30pm at Asbury First United Methodist Church. All are invited to attend!

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Chapel Concert by Candlelight
Thursday, November 8, 7:30pm
The popular series of Chapel Concerts by Candlelight will return for its third season with four concerts in the intimate beauty and wonderful acoustic of Third Church’s Chapel.

This year’s series will begin with a wonderful program of choral music from several centuries performed by Rochester’s acclaimed Christ Church Schola Cantorum, led by Stephen Kennedy on Thursday, November 8 at 7:30 p.m. The group’s primary purpose is performing the weekly Office of Compline at Christ Church (downtown) each Sunday evening at 9:00 p.m. They are increasingly recognized, however, as a leading ensemble for the performance of early sacred choral music and chant, contemporary music, and choral improvisation. You won’t want to miss this very special event! Admission is free—an offering will be received to support future concerts.

This series is made possible in large part through the generosity of the Janet S. and David B. Reed Fund.

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Boar’s Head Festival
The deadline for signing up is Sunday, November 4.

Casting for the Boar's Head Festival (January 5 & 6, 2008) is now underway!

If you have never participated before, but are interested, more information about the festival and roles available can be found on the website by clicking here or hard copies of the information are available in the church office on Sundays. No prior stage experience is necessary, and it is a truly multi-generational event!

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First Monday Evening Prayer – All Saints
Monday, November 5, 7:00pm
Chapel
During the service there will be a time of remembrance for loved ones who have died. Music will be provided by Matthew Swensen, cantor; Sandy Gianniny, harp; and Lauren Apt, flute. The liturgy will be led by John Wilkinson and Pam Foye. Candlelighters will be Janet Curry and Betty Iwan. Come for a time of prayer, meditation and remembrance in the beauty of the Chapel. All are welcome.

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“Voices” Concert
Sunday, October 28, 4:00pm
Chapel
“The Magic of the Madrigal,” works of Marenzio, Monteverdi, Weelkes and Wilbye will be performed by “Voices,” Rochester’s newest professional chamber choir. These works distill the most intense of feelings into a microcosm and leave us transformed by their beauty. The Third Church Chapel is home for several Voices’ performances this season, and is an ideal setting for this wonderful music. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear them. Donations will be received at the door.

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“When Gay and Straight Worlds Collide: How to Make Room for Grace”
Sunday, October 28, 6:00—9:00pm
at Lake Avenue Baptist Church

Eric H. F. Law, Episcopal priest, author, photographer, and church music composer, will lead a workshop on how congregations and individuals can learn to become welcoming churches and build inclusive community for LGBT people—or any group from a different culture. Third Church is a co-sponsor. More detailed information is available in the October Messenger or by contacting Gloria Pleger by phone 461-9605 or email kpleger@rochester.rr.com.

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“Organ 101”
Sunday, October 28, 12:00noon (following 10:45am worship)
Have you ever wondered how the organ works or how the myriad sounds that emanate from this intriguing instrument are produced and controlled?

Director of Music/Organist Peter DuBois will answer your questions as he presents a demonstration of the 4-manual Austin organ which will include performances of music by J.S. Bach, Max Reger and William Albright.

The organ console will be moved out in full view for this event, so don't miss this chance to hear - and to see - how the organ works!

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Mom’s Group Book Club
Friday, October 26, 7:00pm
We will be meeting at the home of Jenny Hutkowski to discuss Anne Lamott’s "Traveling Mercies." All are welcome. Please bring a munchie to share.

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Become a New IHN Volunteer!
Thursday, October 25, 7:00pm
Attend the next IHN Training session on Thursday, October 25 from 7-9pm in the Celebration Center. Contact Laurie Mahoney at lmahone1@rochester.rr.com or 473-0583.

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Rochester Area Interfaith Hospitality Network Annual Dinner
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Church of the Transfiguration, 50 W. Bloomfield Rd, Pittsford

SILENT AUCTION UPDATE:
Among the items awaiting your bid at our Oct 23 RAIHN dinner are $220 PGA tickets, brilliant Chinese prints and a stunning sculpture. Please ask people you do business with to donate to the Silent Auction to help RAIHN assist homeless families. Who will donate a weekend at a luxury lake cottage or beach house or condo down south or in France or Greece or out west? Who will donate theater, concert, dinner, spa/salon certificates? Who will donate a gift basket of gourmet foods and wines? Who will donate fabulous crystal?

Silent Auction donations can be sent to:
Deni Mack, 20 East Ave, Fairport NY 14450 or contact Deni at: dmack@dor.org for arrangements

Reservations can be guaranteed by sending $35 per person payable to:
Rochester Area Interfaith Hospitality Network (RAIHN)
c/o Annual Dinner
34 Meigs St.
Rochester, NY 14607

For more information, please call the RAIHN Day Center at 585-506-9050 or e-mail events@raihn.org or check the web site at www.raihn.org.

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Song Fest at Valley Manor
Thursday, October 18, 7:15pm
Refreshments will be served. All welcome! Please call if you would like to do a solo (vocal or instrumental), quote poetry, clown, whatever your talent. Contact Joanne Anderson at 734-1307 to offer your talent or if you need a ride.

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The Corner Place Arts Academy
Fall Term 2007 -- October 9 to November 15
To sign up for art classes at The Corner Place click here.

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Calvin Guild
Wednesday, October 17, 6:00m
Johnston Hall
Betty Perkins Carpenter will speak to members of the Calvin Guild about "Balance". Contact Ed King at 342-2736 if you wish to attend. Charge for those bringing a dish to pass is $2.00; if you do not bring a dish to pass, the charge is $5.00.

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Shawl Knitting Ministry
Monday, October 15, 5:00pm
Work and conversation goes until 6:00 or 6:30. If you have questions, feel free to call Pat Rumbold at 288-8142 or Nancy Adams at 889-4055.

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Presbyterian Men
Monday, October 15, 7:30pm
Host: Andrew Elder
The Presbyterian Men's Group is for all men of the church, meets regularly for discussion and fellowship. Send an email to be included in our distribution list or call Pete Weishaar at 218-9891.

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Fall Trip
Saturday, October 13, 8:30am - 8:00pm
The congregation with families and friends are invited to join a wonderful fall trip on Saturday, October 13, to Corning Glass Center, Weaver-View Farms Country Store, and dinner at Belhurst Castle in Geneva. The bus will depart from the Third Church parking lot where travelers may park their cars for the day. Pick-up time is 8:30am; return 8:00pm.

Cost: $74.00 per person which includes: transportation, museum admission, meal at Belhurst, services of a Koning Day tour guide, all gratuities for motor coach driver, tour director and restaurant wait staff. No deposit required. Full payment and meal selection due on or no later than Friday, September 21. Additional reservations may be taken as space allows until Wednesday, October 10. Contact: Joanne Anderson, Deacon, 734-1307; email, janderson1@rochester.rr.com

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The Brandywine Trio
Thursday, September 27, 7:30pm
Sanctuary
An Evening of Stunning Works by three remarkable women composers to benefit the Susan B. Anthony House National Historic Landmark, co-sponsored by Third Presbyterian Church.

Ruth Marie Balance, violin
Jared Balance, cello
Doleen Hood, piano

Amy Beach’s romantic Piano Trio, Op. 150
Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel’s lyrical
Piano Trio in D Minor, Op. 11
Orianna Webb’s funky Piano Trio (2003)

Tickets are $12 and will be available at the door. For tickets and more information, please contact Joanne French at 279-7490, ext. 10.

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GIFT GATHERING PARTY FOR ROCHESTER AREA INTERFAITH HOSPITALITY NETWORK (RAIHN)
September 27, 6PM-9PM
RAIHN Daycenter, 34 Meigs St.

Please drop in for wine, cheese and good company and learn more about this wonderful program that services families who are homeless in our community. Kindly bring a gift which will be auctioned off at the RAIHN annual fundraising dinner October 23, 2007. The gift can be a gift certificate (any amount) from your favorite restaurant, store or for a service. You may bring a new item for home decorating, holiday item, tools or gift basket. Parking at Third Presbyterian Church
RSVP to 506-9050 or evera@raihn.org.

Please stop by, spread the word and invite a friend to support this most worthy program.

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New Member Orientation
Sunday September 30 and October 14, 8:30am-10:30am
Parlor
Everyone is welcome to join Third Church! Our new members come from many different backgrounds. Some have ?grown up? in church (perhaps it was a Presbyterian, Methodist, Baptist, Unitarian, United Church of Christ, Roman Catholic or church of another denomination). But for many people, Third Church is their first church experience.

We offer a Member Orientation Class for those who wish to join. Each class meets for two sessions, for two hours each session, from 8:30-10:30am on Sunday mornings. The course includes topics such as Presbyterian beliefs, the meaning of worship, stewardship, sharing our faith journeys, a brief history of Third Church, and how to get involved.

Member Orientation Classes are scheduled for 8:30-10:30am on the September 30 and October 14

For more information about joining, contact John Wilkinson, 271-6537, ext. 105 or jwilkinson@thirdpresbyterian.org. To register for the next class, contact Dona Culhane, 271-6537, ext. 101 or dculhane@thirdpresbyterian.org.

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Faith to Faith
September 30, 7:30pm
Temple B'rith Kodesh
Our interfaith dialogue group, Faith to Faith, will host the Co-Director of the Hope Flowers School, near Bethlehem, West Bank. This is a Palestinian school dedicated to nurturing the next generation in honoring their own dignity while affirming the value of others. The education is intercultural and interfaith with a focus on conflict resolution and democratic principles. Everyone should know of the success of this school's efforts for peace.

Host of this event is Faith to Faith, an interfaith dialogue group which is co-sponsored by Third Church, Temple B'rith Kodesh, and the Islamic Center of Rochester. For more information about Faith to Faith or the Hope Flowers program, contact: Linc Spaulding, 342-9568 or LRSpaulding@yahoo.com.

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First Monday Evening Prayer
October 1 at 7:00pm
In the Chapel

The theme for the first Evening Prayer service is "Christ, the Light of the World." The liturgy will be led by Jeanne Fisher. Music will be provided by Rosie Curren, violin and Sandra Gianniny, harp. Rob White and Cecil Buchinger will serve as cantors. Come for a time of quiet worship and prayer in the beauty of candlelight. All are welcome.

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Heritage Luncheon Sunday
Sunday, September 23, 12:00noon
September 23 is the date for this year’s Heritage (formerly known as “Older Adult”) Luncheon. Folks, 75 years of age and above, should mark their calendars for this popular event that takes place at 12:00noon.

Invitations have been mailed. If you’ve not received one, or to RSVP, contact Dona Culhane in the church office at 271-6537, ext. 101 or dculhane@thirdpresbterian.org.

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Vacation Bible School
August 6 -9, 5:30 to 7:30 pm
New Life Presbyterian Church, Monroe Avenue at the corner of Rosedale Street

This year’s Vacation Bible School will take place August 6-9, 5:30 to 7:30 pm at New Life Presbyterian Church, Monroe Avenue at the corner of Rosedale Street. Families and/or children are most heartily welcomed to participate. Youth are encouraged to participate as “Roadies,” (junior leaders)—it’s your opportunity (open to all entering Grade 7 – Graduating Seniors) to do mission here in our own community with children in the vicinity just needing a little extra share of God’s love through us. If you have helped before, you KNOW that this is rewarding and lots of fun! If you have not, you have a real treat in store. The program is held in the evening at New Life Church, and if you can help even one or two days, please sign up. For information, contact Ann McMican at 533-1222 or mcmould@rochester.rr.com.

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Park Avenue Festival Parking
August 4 and 5
Members of the Chancel Choir will once again be staffing the church parking lots during the Park Avenue Festival, August 4 and 5, as a fund raiser to support special music events. Encourage your friends and neighbors to take advantage of our convenient parking when they come to the festival - for only $5 per car! (Parking will, of course, be free during worship services...)

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Fourth Annual Third Church Book Sale Volunteer OpportunityOur annual book sale will be held again this year during the Park Avenue Festival on Saturday, August 4 and Sunday, August 5. We need cashiers to work 2-hour shifts on Saturday and Sunday during the sale. If you’re able to help cashier, please contact Marilyn Scheftic at mschefti@rochester.rr.com or at 598-3363.

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RAIHN Needs You!
July 29-August 5
IHN’s 13th rotation begins July 29 at Third Church. We are organizing for our hosting week and need our capable cadre of volunteers to select their roles and shifts now!
To volunteer, contact Wendy Shellman by email or at 383-8288.

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Chancel Choir Travels to New York City
Sunday, July 22
The Chancel Choir will take a “mini tour” to New York City this summer, having been invited to sing at two of the city's most notable churches on Sunday, July 22. The first stop on the trip will be to sing for the 11:00 morning service of Holy Eucharist at St. Thomas Church, Fifth Ave. at 53rd St. In the afternoon of July 22, the choir will move to St. Bartholomew's Church at Park Avenue and 51st Street to sing a service of Choral Evensong at 5:00pm.

If you will be in the city on July 22, please come and hear the choir—or let friends and relatives in New York know of our choir's trip!

The Sunday morning service at St. Thomas will be webcast live and available on their website for the week following.

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Still Time to Join Group Traveling to Shaw Festival this Summer
Come join the group motoring to Niagara-on-the-Lake on July 28 for a day trip to see “The Philanderer” by George Bernard Shaw. Please call Lila at Gallery of Travel (427-0920) for details and deposit requirements. The trip (USD $129.00) includes transportation, tickets and buffet lunch at the Pillar and Post.

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Pride Week Movie Night at Third Church
Tuesday, July 17, 7:00 -9:00pm
Join us in Johnston Hall for the documentary movie "Dangerous Living: Coming Out in the Developing World." Refreshments and discussion led by the More Light Committee of Third Church and Tawa Pano Unity Fellowship Church. Free admission. All are welcome. For more info, please call Gloria Pleger at (585) 461-9605.

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Third Church Family Picnic
Sunday, July 15 from 12:00noon-2:00pm
at Kreag Road Park - 555 Kreag Road, Pittsford, NY 14534
Bring along your family’s place setting, meat to grill and a dish to pass.
Bring your own equipment (baseball, basketball, tennis, volleyball, fishing and any other lawn games). The park has fields for lots of activities.
(You might also like to bring some extra chairs or blankets for seating.)
This event is sponsored by the Children’s Ministry Committee, on behalf of the entire congregation.

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CHORAL CONCERT
Sunday, July 15 at 7:30pm
“Voices,” Rochester’s professional chamber choir, will present Songs for a Summer Evening next Sunday at 7:30 p.m. in the Third Church Chapel. The conductor is William Weinert. The concert is free and open to the public; a freewill offering will be received.

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Pride Parade
Saturday, July 14
The More Light Committee invites you to join a group of Third Church folks who will be marching in the Rochester Pride Parade and carrying the Third Church "More Light" banner. We will assemble at Park Avenue and Argyle Street at 4:00 pm and the parade will start at 5:00 pm. The parade route will go west down Park Avenue to Goodman Street, then north on Goodman Street, ending at Village Gate Square. We welcome you as supportive onlookers as well as marchers and we will have a table with water near Goodman St/East Avenue.

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RAIHN Training
Wednesday, June 20, 7:00-9:00pm
Third Presbyterian Church

On Wednesday, June 20 from 7:00-9:00 pm there will be a training session for new volunteers for the Rochester Area Interfaith Hospitality Network. Now is your chance to work with a dedicated group volunteers from Third and other RAIHN churches; you will learn how to best care for the families who live in our church for one week several times each year. And the training will be held right here at Third Church. To sign up please call or e-mail Laurie Mahoney at 585.473-0583 or Lmahone1@rochester.rr.com.

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More Light Sunday
Sunday, June 3, 2007
This Sunday is set aside to celebrate and lift up the contributions of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender people (GLBT) in our congregation and denomination. In 1987 the Third Church Session issued a “More Light Statement,” joining our congregation with a group of churches known as More Light Presbyterians (MLP). The mission of MLP is “…to work for the full participation of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (GLBT) people of faith in the life, ministry, and witness of the Presbyterian Church (USA).”

Arts Academy Spring Finale
Thursday, May 24, 7:00-8:00pm
New Life Presbyterian Church, corner of Monroe and Rosedale
The Arts Academy at the Corner Place invites you to our Spring Finale on Thursday, May 24, from 7:00pm - 8:00pm on the lawn of New Life Presbyterian Church at the corner of Monroe and Rosedale. There will be a Jazz Concert and Jazz Dance Demonstration featuring the kids from our spring session. Refreshments will be served following the program.

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Pastoral Care Luncheon -“Untangling the Money Knot”
Sunday, May 20, 12:00pm

Join us following worship, for a home-cooked meal prepared by Paul Jonasse and fellow Deacons. Church member Lia Sprague will introduce us to services in the community for folks dealing with money issues for themselves or their loved ones. Lia is Director of Financial Educational Services at the Rochester Housing Counsel. Her talk will include how to access resources, hidden costs of reverse mortgages and how to avoid loan scams. Contact Dona (Summers) Culhane at dsummers@thirdpresbyterian.org or 271-6537, ext. 101 to reserve your place.

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Ruth Draper Organ Recital
Thursday, May 17 at 7:00pm
Sanctuary
Assistant Organist Ruth Draper will perform an organ recital here in the sanctuary of Third Church on Thursday evening, May 17 at 7:00pm, in preparation for her appearance at the Odense International Organ Competition and Festival in Odense, Denmark at the end of this month. Her program will include pieces that she will be performing there, including works by Bach, Reger, Hartmann, Ib Nørholm, and Carl Nielsen. Ruth is one of nineteen young organists from around the world (and one of only two Americans) selected to compete in this prestigious international competition this year. You are cordially invited to come and support Ruth in this endeavor, and bring your friends. The program is free and open to the public.

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Music Recognition Sunday
Sunday, May 13, 10:45am
The 10:45am worship service on Sunday, May 13 is the annual celebration and recognition of the many persons who contribute to the worship life of Third Church, and in particular, those who participate in the music ministry of the church. It also serves as the culmination of the year’s program for children’s, youth and handbell choirs. Many of the musical ensembles will participate as we celebrate the talent and dedication of so many persons in our contregation sharing their gifts to the glory of God.

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Women’s Potluck Brunch
Saturday, May 12, 10:00am
Women's Fellowship is having a potluck brunch on Saturday, May 12 at 10:00am at the home of Becky Schichler. If you can make it, please RSVP to her directly, and let her know what you plan to bring. Feel free to bring a friend! Contact Becky at 473-6283 or rpotter1@frontiernet.net

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CROP Walk
Sunday, May 6 at 1:15pm
This year’s CROP Walk is set for Sunday, May 6. Please encourage your friends and family to join Third Church participants as we walk to raise money to help alleviate hunger and poverty in our world. Please gather in Johnston Hall at 1:15 PM. The walk will begin at 1:30. The 3-mile route is up East Ave to Asbury Methodist, cross over to University Ave, down University to the Inner Loop, back over to East Ave and back to the church parking lot. Healthy refreshments will be provided.

If you cannot walk yourself, please consider sponsoring a member of our church family. Sign-ups will be in Johnston Hall every Sunday in April following morning worship. Sponsor forms will also be available then. For more information contact Sue Del Pozzo at 381-0724, or visit www.CROPWALK.org.

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Baritone Buffet in Recital
Wednesday, May 2 at 3:30pm
Kilbourn Hall
Baritone soloist John Buffett will be performing his Senior voice recital on Wednesday, May 2 at 3:30pm in Kilbourn Hall at the Eastman School of Music. All are cordially invited to attend.

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Bell Choir Concert at Cloverwood
Tuesday, May 1, 7:00pm
The residents of Cloverwood will be treated to a Bell Choir Concert on Tuesday, May 1. The choirs participating in the 7:00pm event are the Third Church Ringers, Freedom Ringers and Chapel Bells. They are all under the direction of Associate Director of Music Christina A. Lenti.

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10th & Luke
Sunday, April 29 at 10:45am & 7pm
in the Sanctuary
Over 40 of our Third Church youth will present the new musical, “10th and Luke,” in two performances for the congregation and community on Sunday, April 29 in the sanctuary. The first performance will be within the 10:45am worship service (slightly extended), with a second performance that evening at 7:00pm.

“10th and Luke” received its première performances at Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church in April 2005, and our performances at Third Church will be only the second fully-staged production. Come and support our youth as they share this significant new youth musical - AND invite your friends, neighbors and acquaintances to join you for one or both of the performances! A free-will offering will be received at ach performance to support expenses of the production.

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Mom’s Group
Friday, April 27
April’s activity is a trip to “Make and Take Gourmet” where the participants will make up dinners for their own freezers and also a contribution of 10% of the amount spent to benefit the Food Cupboard. See page 7 for information on participating to benefit the Food Cupboard! Contact Jenny Hutkowski (264-1157) or hutkowski@yahoo.com or Candice Lucas (473-4679) or clucas@rochester.rr.com.

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Responding to Events at Virginia Tech
All of us have been deeply saddened by Monday's tragic shootings in Blacksburg. The news stories seem all too familiar -- the fragility of life, the painful reality of human brokenness, the all-too pervasive and senseless nature of violence, and the search for meaning and hope. We will continue to consider our ongoing response, but in the meantime, you are invited to participate in the following:

We will send a book of prayers to the Presbyterian campus ministry at Virginia Tech and supporting congregations. You may add your own prayers to this book in two ways. 1 -- Come to the church office anytime this week, or add your prayers following both worship services this coming Sunday. 2 -- send an e-mail to dculhane@thirdpresbyterian.org. Those e-mails will be compiled and added to the book.

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"God's Earth, Our Hands - Faithfully Caring for Creation"
Sunday, April 22 1:30-5pm
At Reformation Lutheran Church, 111 Chestnut Street.
Free informative workshops for everyone on Global Warming, etc. At Reformation Lutheran Church 111 Chestnut Street. For more information, click here. Sponsored by Third Church Earth Keepers and others.

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Children’s Ministry Trip to the “Cathedral of Hope,” East Liberty Presbyterian Church, Pittsburgh, PA
“Sharing Ourselves, Sharing Our Song”
The children leave Friday, April 21 and return Sunday evening April 22. While in Pittsburgh they will sing a concert at Canterbury Place (a retirement community) and on Sunday morning during worship at East Liberty Presbyterian Church. An afternoon of fun will be spent at the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh. Many thanks to all who have donated to support the children’s trip to Pittsburgh. Please keep this group of travelers in your prayers.

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Calvin Guild
Wednesday, April 18 , 6:00pm
Please note: It’s back to a 6:00pm meeting time! Third Church members Bob and Helen Edelman with share “China Experiences” with us! Contact Ed King (342-2736) or Pat Burnett (381-6349) if you would like to attend. The charge if you bring a dish to pass is $2.00; $5.00 if you don’t.

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Presbyterian Men
Monday, April 16, 7:30pm
April 16: March Derthick, host
Contact Pete Weishaar at 218-9891 or send an email to: TPCmen-subscribe@yahoogroups.com.

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Hope in the Gulf Coast Luncheon
Sunday, April 15, 12:00pm
Celebration Center
The team of sixteen volunteers who recently went to New Orleans have a moving and powerful story to share about their experience of sharing hope. Come join then for a luncheon and program. Reserve your space now by contacting Dona Summers at 271-6537, ext. 101 or dsummers@thirdpresbyterian.org.

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"Pathways to a Sustainable World" Conference
Friday and Saturday, April 13 and 14, all day
at University of Rochester
Third Church Earth Keepers recommend: Speakers, workshops, sustainable/local meals, entertainment, Lois Gibbs (Love Canal activist). Pre-register by clicking here.

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Song Fest at Valley Manor
Thursday, April 12, 7:15pm
Refreshments will be served. All welcome! Please call if you would do a solo (vocal or instrumental), quote poetry, clown, whatever your talent. Contact: Joanne Anderson to offer your talent or if you need a ride (734-1307).

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Outreach Teams Planning Retreat
Saturday, March 31, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Johnston Hall

Outreach team members especially, but all outreach volunteers, are cordially invited to a planning retreat on Saturday, March 31, 2007 from 9:00am to 12:00pm in Johnston Hall. The leader of the retreat is Third Presbyterian Church member and Chair of the Board of Trustees, George Gotscik. George is also the director of the Small Business Development Center at SUNY Geneseo.

Please join us for this new venture in making our outreach programs more faithful and effective. You may call Dona Summers, at 271-6537, ext. 101 or e-mail her at dsummers@thirdpresbyterian.org to reserve your place.

Outreach team members especially, but all outreach volunteers, are cordially invited to a planning retreat on Saturday, March 31, 2007 from 9:00am to 12:00pm in Johnston Hall. The leader of the retreat is Third Presbyterian Church member and Chair of the Board of Trustees, George Gotscik. George is also the director of the Small Business Development Center at SUNY Geneseo.

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GEVA at Third Church
Friday, March 30, 7:30pm
Parlor
Skip Greer, Director of Education/Artist in Residence at Rochester’s GEVA Theater will be “in residence” at Third Church on Friday evening, March 30. It will be the second of our “Parlor Conversations” with Skip and other staff and actors he may bring. Skip will have just concluded acting in Thornton Wilder’s "Our Town" (running through March 25 at GEVA). Come to discuss the play.

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Houghton College Choir in Concert
Thursday, March 29, 7:30pm
Celebration Center
The Houghton College Choir from nearby Houghton, N.Y. will present a wonderful evening of choral music in our Sanctuary, as they begin their annual Spring Tour. The group is under the direction of Brandon Johnson, and we are delighted to welcome them to Third Church. A free-will offering will be received.

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Qabats
Wednesday, March 28, 5:30pm
Celebration Center

The final Qabats of the year will be on Wednesday, March 28. Families are invited to join us for dinner to help us celebrate the completion of another great year of Qabats. Please RSVP at Qabats during the month of March with how many from your family will attend so that we can plan for food.

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Junior Choir and Children’s Bell Choir Concert
Sunday, March 25th
After the 10:45am service, in the Sanctuary

“Sharing Ourselves, Sharing Our Song”

Come enjoy the marvelous talents of our young musicians in a concert of the children’s favorite anthems. This presentation is a fund-raising event for the Children’s Ministry trip to the “Cathedral of Hope,” East Liberty Presbyterian Church in Pittsburgh, PA. A free-will offering will be received.

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Hudnut Weekend
Sunday, March 25, and Monday, March 26 10:30am

Third Presbyterian Church, Lake Avenue Baptist Church, Downtown United Presbyterian Church and The Program for the Study of Women and Gender in Church and Society, Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinity School present the series Christian Faith and LGBT Experience and the keynote speaker, Deborah Mullen. Plan to join us for as many of the events that you are able.

Deborah F. Mullen is Dean of Master's Programs, Associate Professor of Ministry and Historical Studies, and Director of the Center for African American Ministry and Black Church Studies at McCormick Theological Seminary. A Presbyterian minister, she served as pastor of Trinity-Emmanuel Presbyterian Church here in Rochester before moving to Chicago. She is a graduate of the University of Rochester (B.A.), Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinity School (M.Div.) and the University of Chicago (Ph.D.).

Sunday Morning, March 25 8:30am and 10:45am Worship Services
“Witnessing the Wilderness”

Keynote Address Sunday Evening, March 25 at 7:30pm in the Sanctuary
“A Place at the Table”

(Free Admission; Reception to follow the presentation)

Lecture with Deborah Mullen Monday Morning, March 26 at 10:30am
at Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinity School

“Peace of My Heart… Coming OUT:
A Womanist Reading of Texts and Testimonies”

The Hudnut Preacher, established following the death of William H. Hudnut, Jr., brings annually a preacher of note to the Third Church pulpit. Hudnut served as pastor of Third Church from 1946-1964.

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Mom’s Group
Friday, March 23, 7:00pm
at the home of Jane Dickinson
Leap of Faith: Memoirs of an Unexpected Life by Queen Noor is the book the Mom’s Group will discuss in March. Contact Jenny Hutkowski (264-1157) or hutkowski@yahoo.com or Candice Lucas (473-4679) or clucas@rochester.rr.com.

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Calvin Guild
Wednesday, March 21, 12:00pm
Johnston Hall
Kevin Williams, Chief Meteorologist for Channel 10, would like to have open dialogues with all who would like to discuss weather forecasting. He’s friendly, well-informed and enjoyable. Contact Ed Kling at 342-2736 or Pat Burnett at 381-6349 if you would like to attend. The charge if you bring a dish to pass is $2.00; $5.00 if you don’t.

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Presbyterian Men
Monday, March 19, 7:30pm
At the home of Robert Veitch
Contact Pete Weishaar at 281-9891 or click here to send an email for more information.

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Kenya Mission Luncheon
Sunday, March 18 at 12:00pm
Celebration Center
Robert Veitch and Rod Frohman traveled to Nairobi, Kenya to explore the possibility of building a mission partnership with a congregation of the Presbyterian Church of East Africa. They will report their findings and recommendations to the congregation at this luncheon. Please make your reservation by calling Dona Summers at 271-6537, ext. 101 or email her by clicking here.

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Family Feast and Frolic
Saturday, March 17 at 5:00pm
Celebration Center
Join us on March 17 from 5:00 to 7:00pm in the Celebration Center for potluck supper followed by Scottish Country dancing taught by Third Church member, Ann Haag. This event is sponsored by the Children's Ministry Committee, but is open to all in the Third Presbyterian Church community.

Main dish and drinks will be provided. Please bring the following: Names, A - M: salad or side dish, N - Z: desserts. Please make your reservation by contacting Dona Summers at 271-6537, ext. 101 or click here to send an email.

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Congregational Fellowship Ski Trip
Friday, March 16, 4:30pm
Hunt Hollow
Join us for skiing at Hunt Hollow. The cost is $25.00 for a lift ticket, $15.00 for rentals – pay at the door. Pack a picnic basket for your family and bring a dish to share with everyone. If you don’t ski, you may still join us for fellowship and fun! Contact Will Crain at 385-0435 or click here to send him an email for more information.

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Church School Chapel
Sunday, March 11, 10:45am
Chapel
The children will hold their second Church School Chapel Service of the year. Our theme, from Matthew 20:20-28, will focus on servant leadership. As always, all are welcome.

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Parent’s Meeting
Sunday, March 11, 12:00pm
Moot Room
There will be a Parent’s Meeting at 12 noon in the Moot Room for all families going on the Children’s Ministry trip to Pittsburgh.

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"Risking Peace - Storytelling to Foster Dialogue" with Israeli storyteller Noa Baum
Saturday, March 10, 7:15pm
Temple B’rith Kodesh

In her performance of A Land Twice Promised, Noa Baum weaves together memories of her own, memories of her Palestinian friend and memories of their mothers. Her stories create moving testimony which illiminates the complex and contradictory history and emotions surrounding Jerusalem for Israelis and Palestinians alike. All are welcome.

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First Monday Evening Prayer
Monday, March 5, 7:00pm
Chapel
The March Evening Prayer will be a “Healing Service” with the “laying on of hands” and anointing with oil. The liturgy and prayers will be led by Deborah Hughes and Pam Foye with music by Katie Orem, cantor, Suzie Kieren, oboe and English horn, and Sandra Gianniny, harp. Candlelighters will be Betty Iwan and Gloria Pleger.

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Third Church Youth to Perform with RPO
Sunday, March 4, 2:00p
Eastman Theatre
Nearly 100 performers from 30 high schools participated in the Rochester Philharmonic's first "Search for a Star" Competition. Two of the ten winners are Third Church youth:

• Anna Lenti - Aquinas Institute Senior; soprano

• Glenna Curren - Penfield H.S. Senior; cello

As their “prize,” these student musicians will appear in concert with the RPO and Principal Pops Conductor Jeff Tyzik on Sunday, March 4, 2007 at 2:00pm at the Eastman Theatre as part of the RPO’s Casual Sunday Matinee Series. The Congregational Fellowship Committee encourages you to attend with other Third Church friends. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for students, seniors, and subscribers. Make a reservation with the Church Office or contact the RPO ticket office directly (general admission seating).

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Annual Meeting of Congregation
Sunday, March 4
Notice is hereby given that the Annual Meeting of the corporation and congregation of Third Presbyterian Church will take place on Sunday, March 4, following the 10:45am worship service. The purpose of the meeting is to review the past year, set the budget for the coming year and elect a new slate of officers.

Copies of the 2006 Annual Report are now available in the Chapel, Sanctuary and Church office. Plan to attend the Annual Meeting Reception following the meeting.

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Final Chapel Concert by Candlelight
Thursday, March 1, 7:30pm

The final concert in this year's series of Chapel Concerts by Candlelight will feature spectacular solo performances of Bach suites and partitas by baroque violinist Christine Hauptly and baroque cellist Nika Zlataric. Our beautiful chapel, with its glorious acoustics, and lit by dozens of candles, will provide the ideal setting in which to enjoy these timeless masterpieces composed, as was all of Bach's music, to the glory of God. Please join us for this wonderful evening. There is no admission charge. Donations will be accepted to support the series. Additional support is provided by the Janet S. and David B. Reed Fund.

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Discover Third Church
Sunday, February 25 at 12:00
Celebration Center
Join John Wilkinson for an informal conversation following 10:45 a.m. worship on Sunday, February 25. This gathering is primarily for those who have visited Third Church and are considering membership, but all who are interested in learning more or have a burning question are welcome!

We will meet in the fireplace end of the Celebration Center and conclude by 1:00 p.m. RSVP's are not necessary, but contact Deborah Hughes (271-6537, ext. 108 or dhughes@thirdprebyterian.org) or Janet Jones-Brower (383-0128 or janet_brower@yahoo.com) for further information. Invite a friend and come discover Third Church!

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Ash Wednesday
Wednesday, February 21 at 7:00pm
Begin the Lenten Season with worship. The Ash Wednesday service will take place on February 21 at 7:00pm in the Chapel, with Roderic P. Frohman preaching. Begin the Lenten Journey with us on Ash Wednesday for a service of Holy Communion and the Imposition of Ashes.

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Mardi Gras at Third Church
Tuesday, February 20 at 6:00pm
On the Tuesday evening before Lent begins, we gather together in the Celebration Center for a pancake supper. The Meigs Street Ramblers greet us with their lively Dixieland Jazz.

This year’s after-dinner entertainment will take place upstairs in the sanctuary. “Les Mardiettes,” a group of our young people and adults will entertain us with a half-hour revue that will offer something for every age group.

This happening takes place on the eve of our third relief trip to New Orleans! Tickets will b on sale before and after worship beginning February 4, and in the office during the week. Individual tickets are $5.00, with a $25.00 family maximum.

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Concert of Gospel MusicMARK YOUR CALENDAR!

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 11 at 7:00pm
Sanctuary
The Third Presbyterian Church Chancel Choir, under the direction of distinguished guest conductor Keith Hampton, will offer a CONCERT OF GOSPEL MUSIC featuring Robert Ray's “Gospel Mass” and music by other African-American composers L. L. Fleming, Keith Hampton, Moses Hogan and John W. Work. Invite your family and friends to join you for this rockin' evening! A free-will offering will be received, and a reception will follow in Johnston Hall. Mr. Hampton's residency is made possible in part by the Janet S. and David B Reed Fund.

 

 

 

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Mom’s Group Movie Night
Friday, February 9 at 6:45pm
We will see “Dream Girls” at 6:45pm at the Regal Henrietta Theater (double check the e-vite or the movie listings in Friday’s paper to confirm the time). We are planning to continue afterwards at Unos restaurant (across from Marketplace Mall) for munchies and conversation at around 9pm. For more information, contact Jenny Hutkowski at hutkowski@yahoo.com.

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Briefing on Governor Spitzer’s 2007-08 Executive Budget and its Implications for Non-Profits and the Upstate Economy
Thursday, February 8, 2pm to 4pm
New York State United Teachers (NYSUT) Building
30 North Union Street, Rochester

The Fiscal Policy Institute, New Yorkers for Fiscal Fairness and Metro Justice
invite you to a briefing and community forum on Governor Spitzer’s 2007-08 Executive Budget and its implications for non-profits and the upstate economy.

Register for this briefing by calling 325- 2560; or by sending an e-mail message to metroj@frontiernet.net. Click here to read NY Sun Article: Governor Mulls Budget Cuts To Trim Growth in Medicaid, by Jacob Gershman.

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First Monday Evening Prayer
February 5 at 7:00pm
Chapel
The theme of this month’s service will be “Peace.” David Gregory will serve as liturgist with musicians Leah Mould and Ann McMican, cantors, Suzie Kieren, oboe and English horn, and Sandy Gianniny, harp. Candle Lighters will be Jo Whang and Janet Curry. Come for a time of prayer and meditation in the beauty of the Chapel.

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Annual Temple B’rith Kodesh Exchange
Friday, February 2 - The Shabbat at 7:00pm
Temple B'rith Kodesh, 2131 Elmwood Avenue
Sunday February 4 - 10:45am, Sanctuary

As has become the tradition, members of the Third Church community are invited to join members of the Temple B’rith Kodesh congregation for The Shabbat (worship) service on Friday, February 2 at 7:00pm, 2131 Elmwood Avenue.The service will include a dialogue between Rabbi Kotok and John Wilkinson.

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IHN Take-down Sunday
Sunday, January 28, 9:00am
IHN take-down begins at 9:00am. Please join the activity even if you have not signed up. Laundry is ready for pick-up after 9:00am on the lower level of the Christian Education Building.

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Memorial Gathering for Pamela Harvey
Sunday, January 28, at 12:30pm
Chapel
Pamela Harvey, who served as an associate pastor at Third Church in the 1980's, died December 28 following a fall in her home. Having served in pastorates in Hudson River and Long Island Presbyteries, she most recently served as interim pastor of Middle Island Presbyterian Church on Long Island. A memorial service was held on January 5 at the Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church in Yonkers. We mourn her death and remember with gratitude her ministry.

Third Church will hold a memorial service next Sunday, January 28, at 12:30pm in the Chapel. All are welcome.

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Junior Choir Singing at New Life Presbyterian Church
Sunday, January 28, 10:00am
On Sunday, January 28, the Junior Choir will travel to New Life Presbyterian Church (located at the corner of Rosedale and Monroe) to provide music for the 10:00am worship service. The Children’s Bell Choir will also play. Families and friends are invited to attend worship with the children at New Life that Sunday morning. Church School will be held at Third Church as usual for children Nursery through Second grade. There will be combined Church School classes for grades 3-4 and 5-6.

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Third Church Family Swim Night!
Saturday, January 27 5:00pm – 7:30pm
The Harley School
Come enjoy a fun evening at the Harley School on Saturday, January 27th from 5:00-7:30pm for a refreshing dip in the pool, some games and pizza! Each family is asked to contribute $5 to help defray costs.

So that we can plan for pizza, it would be helpful if you could RSVP to Becky D’Angelo-Veitch by Wednesday, January 24.

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Twenty or Thirty-Something?
Friday, January 26, 7:30pm
at Jim and Anne Marie Trammell's
Are you somewhere around the age of thirty (give or take a bunch of years), maybe new to Third Church or Rochester (or not) and looking to connect with some new people at church? The "new" T3's (Twenties and Thirties at Third) are planning a get-together on Friday night, January 26, at 7:30 p.m. at Jim and Anne Marie Trammell's. You're invited. Bring your favorite snack and game to 9 Summit Street in Fairport. If you want to be added to the T3's yahoo group to get more information send an email to thirdprest3-subscribe@yahoogroups.com or contact Deborah Hughes (dhughes@thirdpresbyterian.org).

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Australia Day Concert
Friday, January 26, 2007, at 7.30pm
Third Presbyterian Church will be hosting a concert, as part of the EROI Community Recital series to celebrate Australia Day (January 26). Come and hear Australian musicians Reuben Blundell, Leila Kelleher and Nicole Marane, perform Australian pieces on violin, viola and organ. They are pleased to be joined by TPC congregation member Larry Iwan on the ultimate Australian instrument, the didgeridoo. Enjoy Australian food and desserts following the concert. All are welcome and a free-will offering will be received to benefit student travel associated with the Eastman Rochester Organ Initiative.

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Chapel Concert by Candlelight
Thursday, January 25, 7:30pm
“Music for Viola da Gamba and Cello” featuring Nika Zlataric, viola da gamba and cello, accompanied by Manuel Minguillon, archlute. Both Nika and Manuel performed to enthusiastic audiences in last year's series and return for this wonderful concert. Plan to attend and bring your friends! There is no admission charge, but donations will be accepted to ensure future concerts in this series.

The series is made possible in part by the Janet S. and David B. Reed Fund. Click here for poster.

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Community Forum on Violence at Third Church
January 25 at 7:00pm
Sanctuary

The Faith Community Alliance, the Baptist Ministers Alliance and the Greater Rochester Community of Churches are sponsoring a series of five forums as follow-up to the Summit on Violence that was held at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church on November 15, 2006. One of these will be held at Third Church on Thursday evening January 25 at 7:00pm in the Sanctuary. Members of the community affected by violence will tell their stories and shape “community standards” for responding to violence. These standards will ask the community to play an essential role in reducing violence, along with the police, other community groups and leaders.

Come and bring your neighbors. The crowd will be divided into smaller groups to facilitate discussion.

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Earth Keepers’ Luncheon
Sunday, January 21, 12;00noon
Celebration Center
The Earth Keepers lunch will feature the 20-minute video, “Lighten Up.” This new video, produced by The Regeneration Project, seeks to engage a religious response by showing the devastating effects of global climate change. Discussion will follow. Contact Dona Summers at 271-6537, ext. 101 or dsummers@thirdpresbyterian.org for reservations.

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Mom’s Book Club
Friday, January 19, 7:15pm
Pope Joan by Donna Woolfolk Cross is the book the Mom’s Group will be discussing in January at the home of Kim Vasta. For details contact Jenny Hutkowski (264-1157) or hutkowski@yahoo.com or Candice Lucas (473-4679) or clucas@rochester.rr.com.

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Martin Luther King, Jr. Worship Service
Monday, January 15, 2007 9:00am – 10:30am
Eastman Theater
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission of Greater Rochester will be sponsoring its 22nd Annual Communitywide Interfaith Worship Celebration at the Eastman Theatre. The keynote speaker for this event will be Rochester’s former Mayor, William A. Johnson, Jr.

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Kenya Trip Informational Luncheon
Sunday, January 14, 2007

Robert Veitch and Associate Pastor for Church and Society, Rod Frohman, will be sharing the details of their February 5 - 11, 2007, trip to Nairobi, Kenya.

The purpose of the trip is to explore the possibilities of a church-to-church partnership with one of the Presbyterian Church of East Africa congregations in Nairobi. Preliminary correspondence has taken place through Rod’s lifetime friend, Timothy Njoya, a Kenyan Presbyterian pastor and pro-democracy activist. Rod and Robert will be staying at the General Assembly Guesthouse in Nairobi and attending conference there sponsored by the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Kenya Network of Presbyterians to meet members of other Presbyterian congregations who already have mission partnerships established in Kenya. They will also spend some time talking with Kenyan pastors and congregations.

Should Third Church establish a mission partnership in Kenya? What should be the guidelines? How shall we go about establishing a partnership? What exactly would be involved in a partnership? All of these and other questions we will explore at the luncheon on Sunday, January 14. To reserve a space please contact Rod Frohman at rfrohman@thirdpresbyterian.org or 271-6537, ext. 106.

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Potluck Women’s Brunch and Fellowship
Saturday, January 13 at 10:00am
All Third Church women are cordially invited to come for a potluck brunch at the home of Chris Stevens. Please RSVP to Chris at 242-8778 or christena789@yahoo.com.

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First Monday Evening Prayer
Monday, January 8 at 7:00pm
This service will focus on Epiphany and the coming of the Wise Men to the baby Jesus. Jeanne Fisher will serve as liturgist with musicians, Glenna Curren (cello), Rosie Curren (violin), Sandy Gianniny (harp) and Tina Curren (cantor). Candlelighters will be Betty Iwan and Ellen Foster. Come for a time of prayer and meditation in the beauty of the Chapel.

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