Three Chopt
  Presbyterian Church
9315 Three Chopt Rd
Richmond VA 23229
804-270-5452
  
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U2CHARIST 2012-02-19
 
7pm Sunday February 19, 2012
 
a communion service fueled by the music of U2 

 

What in the world is a U2charist? Eucharist is another word for communion.  Combine a Eucharist service with the music of rock band U2 and you get U2charist, a unique worship experience with an offering to benefit Bread for Life, a relief and development organization that addresses spiritual and physical hunger in Africa; and Central Virginia Food Bank.  It happens 7 pm, February 19 in our sanctuary.  Plan to attend, and invite a friend.

WHAT'S COOKING on WEDNESDAY NIGHTS???

Wednesday Night Lineup in 2012 has restarted - Wednesdays at 6:00 pm with dinner ($2 per adult + bring a side dish or dessert; $1 per child). 

For children (K-5th grade), we have the Joyful Noisemakers at 5:45-6:00 PM, inter-generational meal from 6:00-6:30, and the Explorers Class from 6:30-7:15 PM.

Use this dinner reservation form - Adult Dinner Sign-up Form

 

Getting to Know You and Sharing God’s Love...Visitation & Involvement

Within the next few months, members of the “Visitation and Involvement” committee will be visiting Three Chopt Presbyterian members to share God’s love, listen and learn and get to know each other better. Our goal is to visit with every TCPC member and their family in the next year or so.  This effort harkens back to our congregations’ beginning as a “House Church;” where gathering in one’s home to connect with one another is a natural and caring way to strengthen our church community, involvement and outreach.

Throughout our pilot-visitation program, members have said how much they have enjoyed the visit and now feel more connected to TCPC. Our team is very excited about sharing the love of Christ in a meaningful conversation with you and hope you will find the experience as rewarding as we have.

Visitation & Involvement will begin calling members over the next few weeks and throughout next year to set up times to meet. Teams of two will partner together to meet with you and your family in your home or wherever you prefer.

Feel free to reach out to any one of us if you have questions or thoughts you would like to discuss. We look forward to talking with you.

Yours in Christ,

Visitation and Involvement Committee
Bill Baird, John Ballsrud, Sally and Steve Bolte, Barclay Bradshaw, Nick Broughton, Anna Bryant, T.J. and Nancy Clayton, Jeff Harris, Bruce Osborne, Cory Ryan, Christi Shadbolt, Martin and Suzie Walker
This support group meets every Thursday, 2:00-4:00pm, and the second Saturday, 2:30-5:00pm.
Contact Nancy Stewart, 747-1607.

The Tuesday Morning Bible Study - 10am in the Upstairs Fellowship Hall

The weekly Tuesday Morning Bible Study, held on Tuesday mornings at 10:00 am in the Upstairs Fellowship Hall, is studying Jesus in the Gospels. This study invites believers to look at Jesus in each of the four Gospels and ask "Who is the Jesus that you see." This study will deepen discipleship through better understanding of the Biblical texts and the messages. Dr. Brenda Halbrooks leads this study.

Bible Blazers Bible Study and Luncheon - 3rd Wednesday, 10:30 am in the Upstairs Fellowship Hall

Our next meeting will be February 15th in the Upper Fellowship Hall.  This group will continue the study of the Psalms followed by a delicious homemade lunch. The human emotions expressed in the Book of Psalms rise to peaks of joy and descedt into the valley of despair. The Psalms come to us as a collection of moving testimonies of grace, glory, sorrow and beauty unmacthed in sacred literature. For students of the Psalms today, this study offers greater understanding of how these ancient text of praise, lament, worship, and prayer can still speak to us and for us. This is a great way to meet people, keep up with Church friends and news, and learn a little about the Bible. Plan to come and bring a friend! If interested or would like more information, please contact Dr. Brenda halbrooks (270-5452).

Tuesday Morning Men's Bible Study - 6am in the Workroom
 
We are studying 2 Peter, using the LifeChange Study series commentary. For young Christians facing ridicule in a pagan world, it was difficult to focus on their 'living hope.' The early church had learned how to deal with persecution from outside the community, but needed help defending themselves against those who would destroy their community from the inside. Differences within the community were not uncommon, but the church was facing those who purposely distorted the gospel for their own gain. 2 Peter denounces these false teachers, encouraging their readers to stand firm in the faith ,holding to the promise that Jesus would someday return. Peter's heartfelt challenge to practical Christianity is an inspitation to meet trials with the same confidence in "the God of all greace, who called you to His eternal glory in Christ." Men of TCPC who enjoy the 'Crack of Dawn' are welcome to join in this study.

Sunday Night Men's Bible Study - 7:30pm in the Workroom

We are studying the book 'Character of the King-A Study in the Parables,' by Ward B. Schaap. This book examines the triats of Jesus as he described himselof in seven selected parables. Each of the 7 lessons begins with main and supplemental scripture passages for independent reading. A series of questions are presented for individual reflection, and a narrative section describes key points and considerations for the lesson. In our meetings group discussion of all these elements will be facilitated by a member of the group. All men of TCPC are welcome, regardless of any prior bible study or small group experience. Please contact Gary Darden (dardeng@veriozn.net or 651-5333) for additional information.
 
4th Wednesday Lunch Group - Noon at the Suntrust Cafeteria

SunTrust Building cafeteria, 919 East Main Street, on the third floor, fourth Wednesday, noon.  You, your friends and coworkers are invited to gather together for lunch once a month during the work week. TCPC is hosting this lunch gathering and you are invited to join us for a time of sharing and fellowship. We hope you will join us for good discussions of caring and sharing fellowship. If you have any questions, contact Jeff Cole at colej_va@yahoo.com. 

Men's Breakfast Group - 7:30 am on the 4th Saturday in the Downstairs Fellowship Hall

Our next breakfast is February 25th. Our guest speaker will be Jay Ipson. He is the president of the Virginia Holocaust Museum of Virgina. The food is alway good, the jokes not always funny, but we have a wonderful fellowship and nurture time. A sign-up sheet will be posted on the upstairs hall board before the breakfast. Please sign up so we will prepare enough food. For more information, contact Rush Cowherd at 740-3139.

Career Prospectors - 7:45-9:45 am every Tuesday in the Upstairs Fellowship Hall

This is a very active networking group for workers in transition.  We provide mentoring, training opportunities, refresher techniques for interviewing, resume writing, timely gathering of job information and geberal support on your path to a new career position.  Contact, Charlie Wood (360-1489)

Food for the Soul - 3rd Saturday in Kitchen of Downstairs Fellowship Hall at 9:00 am. Contact, Karen Cullen (747-6549). The next meeting will be Saturday, Feb. 18th .This group prepares simple meals for individuals who are ill, suffering a loss, or celebrating an occasion. No cooking skills ar  required..

Prayer Shawl Ministry -  meet every Wednesday at 7:10 pm - 8:00 PM, in the church workroom; contact, Cory Ryan (741-5936).

SUNDAY SCHOOL, FAITH BUILDING: Winter  Semester, starting January 8th, 10:10am to 10:50am.  Bring a Friend.

"Fearless: Imagine Your Life Without Fear". This is a series bases on Max Lucado's book which explores our fears and letting faith rule our lives.

PRESENT WORK class:  Workroom, for details contact Gary Darden (346-9093)

The study this quarter focuses on God's Covenant through Abraham. The theological emphasis is on faith. God promised Abraham that through him all the nations of the earth would be blessed, and that promise was passed on from generation to generation until it was fulfilled in Christ. The lessons for this quarter are taken from Genesis, Exodus, Luke, and Galations. God's promise to Abraham is passed on from generation to generation and carried with Anraham's descendants into Egypt. The final lesson of the unit considers the songs of Moses and Miriam in Ex. 15. God delivesr Israel and leads them to safety in the desert. God's covenant faithfulness is proved again.

 

Inquirer's Class: If you are a visitor who'd like to learn more about our church or Prebyterianism, please join us for Inquireres classes. Contact Bruce Osborne for more information at mightyoz1957@verizon.net or 270-0374.

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Pancake Supper Feb 16

Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper, benefiting Boy Scout Troop 715

Tuesday, Feb 21
5:30 - 7:30 pm
at Three Chopt Presbyterian Church
 
Come on out with your family and friends to enjoy hot pancakes with syrup, breakfast meats and spiced apples in an "all-you-can-eat" setting.  You'll have a great evening of fun and good food.

$20 for a family of 4+; $5.50 individual; children 2 & under "free"
Welcome to Three Chopt Presbyterian Church!
We invite you to join us!  We have Inquirer classes in the fall, winter and spring at 10:00 am on Sundays in the Parlor. This class gives you a chance to meet other prospective members, elders and leaders of the church, and to learn much more about Three Chopt Presbyterian Church.  Review the following and contact one of the pastors with any questions.

There are several easy ways to become a member:

a.  by Profession of Faith in Jesus Christ, and Baptism -- If you have not been baptized, you may join by making a public profession of faith and being baptized. Those previously baptized simply need to publicly profess their faith.
b.  by Reaffirmation of Faith -- If you have been a member of a Christian church but have not been active in recent years, you may join by reaffirming your need of and dependence on Christ
c.  by Certificate of Transfer -- If you have made a profession of faith and are a member of another church, you may join by transferring your membership.  After you join Three Chopt, we will contact your former church and request your certificate of membership transfer.
 
The Day You Join - You will gather for photographs and a meeting with the Session.  You will be received into membership by answering the following questions:
1. Do you trust in Jesus Christ and accept him as your Lord and Savior?
2. Do you intend to be Christ's faithful disciple, seeking to obey his teaching and to show his love to your life's end?
3. Do you intend to continue in the covenant God made with you in your baptism, to be a faithful member of this congregation, to share in its ministry through your prayers and gifts, your study and service, and so fulfill your calling to be a disciple of Jesus Christ?

You will be welcomed and introduced to the congregation at a worship service following your meeting with the Session.
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