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I've been suffering with a swollen foot this week. It's very uncomfortable, makes it hard to sleep and slows me down a lot. The doctor says it's gout. I'm on my second medication for it since the first anti-inflamatory chose to act as a pro-inflamatory instead. But the second med doesn't seem to be doing much either. So, pray for me. Thank you much.
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Sunday, June 29, 2008
Early Meeting & Food
We'll meet at 6 PM this week and kick things off with with pizza and wings. Afterwords, we'll spend some time talking about youth group. We want to look at who we are, what we do and what we could do better. We also want to talk about Bible studies you'd like to do or topics you want to look at in the future. Most of all, we really want to hear from you.
We'll look to end by 8:30 PM so you can get to Ithaca for the community fireworks. If you need a place to watch them and don't need to feel the sonic booms, join us at Trinity Lutheran near Cornell. Great views.
Friday, June 27, 2008
Foundations web site is up
I've been working on a new Foundations web site lay out for about a year. It is finally here, and I'm pretty happy with it. I'll add more information soon, but all the most important stuff is up now, including the 2008 registration form.
Go to www.nootherforundation.org and check it out.
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
The Book of Ruth
We started studying the book of Ruth. It is probably the greatest love story in the Bible and has a lot to say about how godly men and women live their lives. There are underlying themes of God's providential care, grace and caring for others. Of course, the main character of the book is Jesus. Yes, Jesus.
We're going to study the second half of chapter 2 this week. Hope you can make it.
Ministry News
Some of you are already aware of this, so you can stop reading. No, really, stop reading. Hey, I still see you reading. Well, if you're not going to listen to me then, fine, just keep reading.
For the last several months I've been working through a process to be confirmed and licensed as a pastor. I won't be going on staff and I won't not be an elder. It is really a recognition and affirmation of the minstry Beth and I have been doing for the last 11 years. We've always been in this together, and we're both excited about this new step and the affirmation of the work we have been called to.
I will be officially confirmed as a pastor this Sunday during our regular morning service. As it would happen, Ted Sandquist will be visiting and preaching this Sunday. Beth and I have walked with Ted for many years and I count him as one of my fathers in the faith, so we are really glad he will be part of this event.
One of the greatest benefits of this whole pastor thing is the ability to perform weddings. In July, I will be officiating Ariana Duncan's marriage to Brian D'Angelo. Beth and I love the Duncan family and have a close relationship with the Duncan girls. It is an honor and a joy to be part of their lives and to be able to marry Brian and Ariana.
I won't be making "Pastor" my first name or using the title of "Reverend" except for special occasions. Both of those are titles of recognition, and I'm not big on seeing them used so frequently that they become someone's identity. Just wanted to let you know so you don't accidentally call me "Your Holiness" in polite company. I'll probably correct you as quickly as I do the ninth graders who still try to call me Mr. Peck. I'm just David and always will be.
There will be a little reception (with cake!) following the service. It's not going to be a big to do, really, but it'll be a nice time. Beth, who is teaching at the Trinity Lutheran VBS this week, won't be able to stay long after church though. Afterwards, we'll be on the graduation party circuit that is our regular May-July routine.
Beth and I appreciate you all and we're glad you are part of our lives. We honestly would not have kept at this ministry quite so long except for you all. Thank you, and we love you.
Grace and peace,
David
Thursday, April 10, 2008
30 Hour Famine Food Drive
On Saturday, April 26, a group from Grace Christian Fellowship and Reach Out for Christ are doing a food drive as part of their 30 Hour Famine. To find out where to drop off items, click on "keep reading."
FOOD DRIVE
Saturday, April 26, 2008
Please bring any non-perishable items (food, toiletries, detergents)
to any of the following locations:
9am-2pm. Grace Christian Fellowship Parking lot.
1250 Fisher Ave, Cortland, NY
11am-1:30pm. P&C, Homer Ave, Cortland
Tops, and Price Chopper, Rt. 13, Cortland
All donations will be used at the Grace Christian Fellowship
Food Pantry for their weekly food giveaways
This food drive is a part of a weekend event in which our local teens are not eating for 30 Hours to raise awareness of the need to feed world hunger.
In doing so, they are raising money for World Vision, an international organization which is feeding the hungry worldwide. To learn more check out www.worldvision.org
Breakout '08 on May 31
We've been invited to be part of Breakout '08, an Ithaca area youth rally on May 31. Breakout '08 will be at Stewart Park. We really think this is an awesome chance to gather together as the Body of Christ. We'll have more details later, but mark your calendars.
If you want to find out how to get involved, you can also contact Tom Miller at pastortom@rofc.org.
No WATP on April 16
The Pecks are going to Disney World, so we won't be meeting on April 16. Yup, Erin's all about the princesses. Sean just wants to ride Expedition Everest.
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Dryden Community Center Cafe
After months of work, the Dryden Community Center Cafe opened at the end of February. Now it's time to celebrate. Mark you calendars for the Grand Opening celebration on March 28.
The Pecks are members, and Beth is on the Events Committee. She's also been planning the afternoon kids activities for the Grand opening.
To read the press release about the Grand Opening on March 28,
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 19, 2008
CONTACT: Monica Knight
Vice President, Dryden Community Center Café
607-844-8166
Dryden Community Center Café Grand Opening to Benefit Local Food Pantries
(DRYDEN) – The public is invited to bring a non-perishable food item to Dryden Community Center Café’s Grand Opening on Friday, March 28 to benefit three local food pantries: Dryden Kitchen Cupboard, Freeville Food Pantry and McLean Community Church.
“We feel having the local food pantries benefit from our Grand Opening is a perfect way to celebrate the sense of community the cafe represents, while helping out a most worthy cause,” said Monica Knight, Café vice president. “This is just one of many ways in which we intend to contribute to the community.”
Grand Opening festivities will begin at noon with a symbolic ribbon cutting ceremony attended by Dryden village and town officials, followed by a variety of kids’ events from 4 to 6 p.m., including a coloring contest, face painting and sports team sign ups; after school teen music from 3 to 5 p.m., and the Ithaca New Orleans Dixieland Band from 7 to 9 p.m. Throughout the day there will be hourly coupon giveaways for free food items. Food and beverages specials will include free coffee samples, $1 ice cream cones and “lottery cupcakes” (buy a cup cake and if yours has a cream filling, you win a free combo meal).
Dryden Community Center Cafe represents a significant step toward what organizers, members and donors hope will contribute to a reawakening of Dryden Village’s Main Street, by creating a place for people to sit back, relax and enjoy good food and drink, local musicians on the stage, local artists on the walls and an eclectic calendar of community member- organized events. The goal has been to create a casual, comfortable and friendly atmosphere. This gathering place for the community will also provide free WiFi access in a computer-friendly environment.
Dryden Community Center Café’s is located at 1 West Main Street, in Dryden Village. The cafe menu offers specialty coffees, roasted locally and ground fresh daily by Coffee Mania, paninis, salads, soups, ice cream and freshly made in-house treats. Café hours are Wednesday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
For more information, please visit drydencafe.org online.
Saturday, March 15, 2008
24-7 Prayer Spaces
24-7 Prayer is doing a weekly devotional podcast beginning during Holy Week and running through Pentecost. If it's well received, they'll keep doing it. "Keep reading" to learn more and find out about subscribing.
From 24-7 Prayer web site at http://24-7prayer.com/spaces:"An inspiring, relevant 10-minute devotional podcast helping you to make space for God each day. Hosted by the Guildford Boiler Room community with 24-7 Prayer and Survivor Records.
Join with us on Wednesday the 19th of March in a journey beginning in Holy Week, coming through the pain of the Cross and the victory of the Resurrection, all the way to the gift of the Spirit at Pentecost, Saturday the 3rd of May.
Add the podcast to your iTunes now, where you'll find a preview podcast, or download it below. Also check us out on Facebook.
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