I. Worship this week

Sunday, August 1

• 8:30 & 10:00 - Rev. Martha Shiverick preaching “You Asked For It:  The Apostles Creed #1, Why Does Jesus Descend Into Hell?” based on Romans 4:13-5:2 and Matthew 27:45-54. Communion.
  

II. The Fairmount Community

INFORMATION ON THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY
Middle East Peacemaking. . . .ordination standards. . . .definition of marriage. . . .a new confession of faith, the Belhar Declaration. . .  perspectives on immigration. . . . dedication of new mission workers. . . lively, multicultural and diverse worship. . . streamlining our form of government. . . being church in an emergent world. . . The 219th General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (USA) is history now, and has spoken on these and many other issues.  Now Fairmount and the other 11,000 congregations of the Presbyterian Church (USA) take up the conversation.  The Presbyterian Outlook Summary on the General Assembly is available in the Main Office and on information tables throughout the church, for your review.

BOOMERS± ALL CHURCH PICNIC
Come join the entire Fairmount Church family for a potluck picnic at the Zitzner’s home, 3233 Fox Hollow Drive, Pepper Pike at 6:30 pm, Saturday July 31.
Beverages will be provided, and in lieu of a collection for beverages, we urge you to bring new or slightly used white dress shirts, (button down, long sleeves for both boys and girls), black dress trousers (boys and girls), and/or simple black belts, all for the 6-8th graders at E Prep School.  The middle school students are required to wear these articles as part of their uniform, and some have difficultly affording multiple shirts and pants. Should you be unable to bring the clothes, then it’s OK to bring $$ and we’ll buy the clothes.  6-8th graders come in ALL sizes, including some pretty large sizes.
Food wise….please bring main dishes (grill available), appetizers, side dishes, salads, desserts, whatever you’d like to bring.  You can RSVP to john.zitzner@eprepschool.org (we are not tracking food items… it will be a true pot luck). See you there.

AND HERE ARE OUR TOP TEN REASONS TO JOIN THE YEAR OF THE BIBLE PROGRAM WITH YOUR FAIRMOUNT FAMILY!
10. Well, lots of other churches are doing it!
9. You can say you have read the Bible cover to cover.
8. It’s more exciting than watching the Bachelorette.
7. You will get to read really fun verses like II Kings 2:23-24.
6. You’ll know where to find Habakkuk.
5. You will experience a stronger sense of fellowship and unity with your church family.
4. It’s cheaper than going out to buy another paperback novel every week.
3. How else will you read about God’s gift to us in Jesus Christ?
2. You will get another opportunity to scratch your head after reading the book of Revelation.
1. The Bible is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path.
 
Sign-ups are underway for the Year of the Bible program. If you would like to join your church family on this exciting adventure please call or email Pastor Eric (321.5800 or edillenbeck@fairmountchurch.org) or use the commitment cards that will be in the pew racks beginning next week. Participant booklets will be available for pick up beginning in Mid August.

SAVE THE DATE! FAIR TRADE FESTIVAL is November 12th, 6pm-9pm.
The Fair Trade Festival Committee is already planning for this year's event on November 12th.  Mark your calendars! This year we are instituting a juried submission process.  We invite you to complete a submission form from the church office, letting us know what you plan to sell and how it meets the criteria of fair trade.  All decisions will be made by September 15th.  

CHURCH NEEDLE POINT PROJECT
By now you've seen a new group within our church -- fourteen people who have agreed to use their skills to create needle point figures for a nativity scene that will be done in time for decorating the church for the Christmas season.  Led by internationally renowned needlepoint artist and teacher Kelly Clark Munger, the group meets between 9:30 and 10:00 Sunday mornings in Andersen Hall for tech support and fellowship.  Please stop by to look at the process and support these people in their ministry.

STEPHEN MINISTRY
ANSWERS TO FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT STEPHEN MINISTRY: What Do Stephen Ministers Do?
Stephen Ministers are caring Christian friends who listen, understand, accept, and pray for and with care receivers who are working through a crisis or a tough time.  If you or someone you know could benefit from talking with a Stephen Minister, please call Missy Shiverick 216.321.5800.

Small Group Opportunities at Fairmount!

WELL SPOUSE
Are you caring for a sick spouse or relative?  We understand the pressures you are under.  Come join the Well Spouse Group as they meet for support and fellowship the second and fourth Thursday of each month at 11:30.  Bring a brown bag lunch and meet us in the church Upper Room.

MEN’S BREAKFAST FORUM - MBF Web Page
This group is open to all men.  It meets the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 7:30 am in the Conference Room. A light breakfast is provided for this hour of fellowship and discussion.

BEYOND ACCEPTANCE
This support group is for individuals and families who are dealing with issues of gender and sexual identity and the Christian church’s acceptance of gay, lesbian, bi-sexual and transgender persons will meet on Tuesday, September 28, at 5:30 PM in Chilcote North. You are welcomed to explore in a safe place assuring confidentiality and positive Christian support. For further information, contact Dick Clewell at 216.321.5800 ext. 109.

PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
The Prayer Shawl Ministry has been given a wonderful gift which has allowed them to purchase LOTS of yarn to make prayer shawls. So, if you are considering making a Prayer Shawl, please contact Missy Shiverick or Jan Spalding and we will give you the directions and yarn that you will need to get started. The Prayer Shawl Ministry meets the third Thursday of every month at 12:30pm for fellowship, technical help, and prayer. Please come and be a part of the group.

Members on the Move!
Please let us know if you are moving...whether across the street or across the country. Please contact the church office [information@fairmountchurch.org] with contact information. We want to stay connected with you!

CHILDREN’S & FAMILY MINISTRY NEWS
Visit the revised Children's & Family Ministries Webspace!

SUMMER CHURCH SCHOOL
Baobab Blast: God’s great get-together!
August Sundays will focus on music with a special beat!
Join us on Sunday mornings, August 8, 15, 22 & 29, for singing and drumming with Eve Sliwinski, our new children’s music associate.  Eve will lead singing and music fun with all church school age groups as part of Baobab Blast!
*August 29, 10:00 a.m.:  A closing celebration of Baobab Blast with the whole congregation!
Children will share their songs and service project with our church family at the beginning of worship today.  All 1st-6th grade children report to the chapel at9:30 a.m.   We’ll enter the sanctuary as a group this morning!

Children’s Church School This Sunday (August 1)
Find out more about Summer Faith Formation...
Infant &, Toddler Care provided from 8:15 am - 11:15 am each Sunday morning in our infant & toddler room, just across from the main church office.
Preschool (Incoming 3 & 4 year olds) – Room #1
Bonnie Lindberg, Carrie Bishop, Hannah Carlson
Kindergarten (Incoming Fall 2010) – Geuder Room
Peggy Roberts, Ben Walker  
1st – 6th GRADES
This is a Family Worship Sunday, when our 1st through 6th graders remain in worship.  There are worship activity bags available in the narthex. 
All classes dismiss at 11:15 p.m. Please pick up the children in their classrooms.

Church Playground Open on Summer Sundays
Fairmount's church playground will be open on summer Sundays both before and after the 10:00 a.m. worship hour.  If you haven't been there yet, the playground is located at the back corner of the Scarborough parking lot.  Enjoy some time outside together on Sunday mornings this summer! 

Parenting Play Group Meets August 11
Serenity Now!  Play Time for Babies, Toddlers and Parents!
Wednesday, August11, 10:30 AM, Church Nursery
Parents and children alike, please join Betsy Wooster, Fairmount’s Director of Children’s and Family Ministries, for playtime in our church nursery!  We always have something refreshing waiting for everyone, including a continental breakfast for the adults and new and interesting toys for the children!  This group is open to ALL.  Please feel free to invite others you know who might enjoy this time together.

YOUTH NEWS

For up to date information on Youth Department happenings... See the All Youth Department Calendar.

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III. Responding to the Call

COOKIES FOR OUR TROOPS
The Fairmount Guild which is a part of the Heights South District of Church Women United, is sending cookies to our troops. If you would like to help in this mission, please bring your cookies to the church office beginning Sunday, August 1st, and no later than Sunday, August 15th. No chocolate please!

AID FOR CHILE
The second disaster of 2010 has occurred in Chile with an earthquake and accompanying tsunami which caused hundreds of deaths and extensive damage. The need for water, food, and medical assistance is a priority at this time. If you desire to assist those affected, you can give to the ongoing relief through Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, acct number DR000185 (Chile Disaster Relief), P.O. Box 643700, Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700.

HAITI EARTHQUAKE RELIEF
The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) is responding in Haiti.  Presbyterian Disaster Assistance has already sent funds and is working in cooperation with our ecumenical partners on the ground to provide emergency food, water, shelter and medical supplies. Please pray for those affected and give to the ongoing relief through PDA account number DR000064. Gifts can also be made by phone at (800) 872-3283, and checks can be mailed to Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, P.O. Box 643700, Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700.

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IV. Stewardship - Vision 100

CHURCH CLOSING TIMES
9:45 pm Thursday
4:00 pm Friday
12:00 pm Saturday
9:00 pm Sunday (use S.E. door for entry/egress)

V. Communications

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