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TowerTidingsCreating Pathways to Discover New Connections in ChristVOLUME XXXX V May 2013 NUMBER 5May 19, 201310 a.m.

“The function of prayer is not to influenceGod, but rather to change the nature of theone who prays.” ---Soren KierkegaardMy Doctorate of Ministry in Science and Theologyfinal project paper is entitled: “A Study of the Impactof Two Forms of Prayer Practices on Resilience.” Iam so grateful for all the people in our church andcommunity who participated in the prayer studies and faithfully supported me during this program!In the process of designing and writing up the results of this study, I learned much more about theimportance of prayer for resilience development. Resilience is basically defined as: the ability toovercome stress, adapt to change, and recover from adversity. The Bible is full of scriptures thatprescribe guidance for living a faithful, healthy and abundant life. “Pray without ceasing”(1Thess. 5:17) is a well-known scripture passage that inspires the inclusion of prayer into dailyliving. Yet many people are not aware that this guidance to pray is beneficial for more than one’sspiritual wellbeing. Prayer has many physical and emotional wellbeing benefits including theability to enhance resilience.The Mayo Clinic’s website page on “Resilience: Building Skills to Endure Hardship,” lists theprescription to pray daily as important for enhancing wellbeing and resilience, as well as othergenerally accepted health prescriptions such as a balanced diet, maintaining a healthy weight,and exercise.So how do we pray in a way that builds resilience? The answer is: often. How you pray isn’t asimportant as the fact that you pray often. Prayer as a way of being in touch with God increasesyour awareness of God’s presence.My prayer study showed that the contemplative way of prayer, called Centering Prayer, is a goodway to enhance resilience. To pray in this way involves simple silent “resting in God,” for 20minutes each day. This form of prayer showed the highest impact on enhancing resilience in mytwo prayer studies.Mahatma Gandhi would not be surprised by this. He believed that, "Prayer is the very soul andessence of religion, and therefore, prayer must be the very core of the life of all people.”Ruth Burrow agrees with Gandhi in her lovely book, Essence of Prayer. She said, “Prayer isessentially God's work. Our part is to give time, do our best to keep attention, surrender ourselvesas best we can. Then we can be sure that God works. Faith does not ask for signs, or tokens.”So trust in God that when you pray, you are heard; God is present in your joys and in yoursorrows and ready to give you “rest” enabling you to become more resilient.Jesus was calling us to pray when he said, “Come to me, all who are weary and heavy ladenand I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11: 28)——————————————————For more information on Building Resilience, see: The Mayo Clinic, “Resilience: Build Skills ToEndure Hardship,” www.mayoclinic.com/health/resilience/MH00078/NSECTIONGROUP=2)4The Function of PrayerPastor Cindy

Adult Educationwww.pcmorristown.org/AdultEdSunday MorningSeminar9:15-10:15 a.m.PCM Parish HouseMay 5 and 12Reverend Joanne MillerFormer Associate Pastor at PCMIt’s Not Just About What You Eat -It’s Also About What’s Eating YouMore seminars coming this fall.Contact: Alexandra Mead,Director of Christian Education,amead@pcmorristown.org.Be a Member of Our Church Familythrough Inquirers or BaptismOur INQUIRERS’ CLASSES are designed for those who want to explore membership.Membership matters and joining our church family will be a blessing to you and to all of us!Classes have been scheduled for winter/spring 2013, but additional classes may be added tomeet varying scheduling needs, so please let us know if you are interested even if you cannotattend the classes listed below. Please contact Jo Potter at 973-538-1776 for information.The next Inquirers’ class is June 13 from 7-9 p.m.BAPTISM is a joyous occasion in the church. Because it is so important, there are classes forparents of infants and small children preceding the Baptism Sunday. Please contact Mary JoHashagen at 973-538-1776 or mhashagen@pcmorristown.org to schedule a baptism.The next Baptism Sunday is May 12 (Mother’s Day). Classes are April 28 and May 5.Adults seeking baptism are welcome to contact the ministers or the church office.Baptism is required for Confirmation. Candidates who have not been baptized shouldrequest baptism at the start of the Confirmation program.5

Koinonia (high school) will be moving toWednesday nights from 5:30-7:15 p.m!Middle school will stay with its current time onWednesdays from 4:15-6:00 p.m.Koinonia will continue to be a separate high school group; however, we will have ashared dinner time on Wednesday nights, starting at 5:30 p.m., with the middleschool. Then, Koinonia will meet separately from 6-7:15 p.m. This will connectwell with the new high school vocal choir that Matt Webb is starting in the Fall, alsoon Wednesday nights.There is much about Tuesday nights that will be missed, but we are excited about thenew things we will be able to do with this change in scheduling! This will be a greatchange for students and families. For families who have kids in several programs,everything will be on one night. And for students who have friends in grades belowthem, this will offer the opportunity to see them for dinner on Wednesdays. This willalso help to create cohesion between the two groupsand a more united youth ministry program.Looking forward to new changes this fall!Angie Rines, arines@pcmorristown.orgarines@pcmorristown.orgAdult Education programs offerIn April, we had our first Gathering. It wasa great night with great discussion. Wespent the evening contemplating what itmeans to be human. We looked at photosfrom Humans of New York, talked aboutthe story of Rahab, the humanness of theBible and welcoming the outsider.6Next month’s Gathering foryoung adults:Monday, May 13, 7:00-8:30 p.m.Choir Room in back of theChurch on the Green

PCM Youth-Angie RinesApril in PhotosMay EventsAll Youth Epic Laser Tag BattleSaturday, May 18, 3:30-8:00 p.m.Laser One in Wantage, NJThe largest multi-level laser tagcomplex in NJ!Cost $24 plus spending money -Includes 3 laser tag battles, a personalpizza, and unlimited fountaindrinks. Bring money for extrasnacks or tokens at Laser One!Meet at the Parish House at 3:30 p.m.Back around 8 p.m.!Middle SchoolWednesday Fun Nights!May 22 -Tower Scavenger HuntMay 29 - Amazing RaceHigh SchoolTuesday Fun Night!May 21 - Mystery NightSummer Youth TripsHigh School Sandy ReliefMiddle School YouthWorks tripPoint Pleasant, NJ July 28-Aug 3Harrisburg, PA July 7-12Cost $100, money and forms due May 7 Cost $310, balance due May 22Mission Shares to SupportSummer TripsHelp support student summer trips! After Sunday morningservices, students will be outside to share more about theirsummer trip opportunities. Come greet these students to findout more and to supportsummer trips! Mission Share SundaysMay 19June 2, 9, 167

SpotlightonOutreachSANDY RELIEF TASK FORCE UPDATEThe past few months have been busy ones for the Sandy Relief Task Force.We have made several fact finding trips to the shore, and we haveestablished relationships with the Point Pleasant Presbyterian Church in PointPleasant and the Gateway Church of Christ in the Union Beach area.PCM Outreach donated $5,000 to the Point Pleasant Presbyterian Churchto help build their volunteer village.Our church has reserved a week inPoint Pleasant (July 28-August 3)for up to 36 people, which will includeour high school youth. Please go towww.pcmorristown.org/PointPleasantfor information and to register for a trip.On April 6, forty PCM members and friends traveled toUnion Beach for a work day. We worked on three homesand planted sea grass on the sandy shore of Raritan Bay.$3,000 in gift cards was used to purchase materialsneeded to repair the homes (sheetrock, insulation, etc.).See comments from volunteers on page 9. Future workdays in Union Beach are planned for April 27, May 7and 18 and June 1, 13 and 29.Our church has scheduled a work week in Forked River,NJ during October of this year. The host volunteervillage at Forked River Presbyterian Church can accommodateup to 12 volunteers. Please check the PCMwebsite in a month for information and how to sign up.Recovery and rebuilding from Sandy will take years.All of us can help. You can go on work projects. You can give money: checks made out to ThePresbyterian Church in Morristown with Sandy Reliefin the memo line. 100% of this money goes to thosewho need it most, no overhead. You can pray. Prayers are needed for those livingwith effects of Sandy every day, and for thoseworking towards recovery and rebuilding.If you would like to be part of the Saturday, April 27, tripand/or future trips, please register online atwww.pcmorristown.org/UnionBeach or contact BruceSmith, Outreach Volunteer Coordinator, atbsmith@dicapcredit.com8

PCM Volunteers Reflect on April 6 Mission Trip to Union BeachI had a fabulous time working with our group and being part of improving someone’slife, even if we didn’t get it all finished. — Sherry GuthrieAt first we were nervous about going—not knowing what was expected of us and thesituation at Union Beach we were encountering. When we met the homeowner, weimmediately felt a sense of calmness. She was happy and excited to receive our help.We (the volunteer team) started working and it all “clicked”. There was a “vibe”, an“energy”. We worked together as a team! There was a common understanding and acommon goal. We left feeling fantastic with a sense of accomplishment for this family(a single mom with three daughters age 7 and under). In one day, we gave her a hugeleap in recovering an unusable space damaged by the storm.As a mother and daughter, we worked hard together. We got tired and hungrytogether. We made new friends with other members. We felt great about what welearned and what we did. — Mother and daughter, Betty and Julia DarcyWith the arrival of spring, the Interfaith Food Pantry starts preparing for summer when itsclients’ demands remain, but its donations drop off. In an effort to help the Pantry startthe summer with well-stocked shelves, we will hold our annual May Food Drive on YouthSunday, May 19. Donated items may be brought to church that Sunday or put in the binsat the Parish House the week before. Of course, the bins are there all year to welcomeyour regular donations. Most urgently needed items are printed in bold.Parmalat (shelf stable 32oz size) Dry Milk (individual packets)Brown and White Rice (1 & 2 lb bags) Canned Meats and MealsHearty SoupsLow Sodium SoupsSpaghetti/Tomato SauceQuart-size Re-sealable Plastic BagsEnsureCanned VeggiesCanned Fruit (packed in juice or lite syrup)Dry Beans and Canned Beans (pinto, red, white, black, pork and beans)Oatmeal and Breakfast ItemsCanned FishPeanut ButterPasta / Whole Wheat PastaMac 'n CheeseTeaWhen shopping, please consider purchasing low-salt and low-sugar items.Contact: Marilynn Hummer, mhummer@optonline.net9

Christian Ed donated Good News Bibles to the children ofthe United Church in Bunyan, Jamaica. This modestchurch was rebuilt with the assistance of members of ourcongregation led by Sydney Ewen.Thursday, May 23, 2013Bus leaves 7:15 a.m. and returns 6 p.m.from The Presbyterian Church in Westfieldparking lot, 140 Mountain Avenue, WestfieldAgenda includes:Introduction to the Presbyterian Ministry at the UNTour of the United NationsSpeakers from the UN Addressing Human TraffickingLunch and RT private bus transportation included$81 for adults and $76 for adults over age 60Make check payable to “Presbyterian Women” with “Human Trafficking” in memoMail to: B. Ringk, 4 Chetwood Terrace, Fanwood, NJ 07023Payment due by Thursday, May 9Contact: Barbara Ringk, 908-403-312910

Dear Edith Nicols, Karl Hipp, Daria Lisco, and the Morristown Presbyterian Family,Thank you for you kind letters and support for the military. Your letters found their way over the seas tothe Gulf and the Marines of Company I, Battalion Landing Team, 3d Battalion, 5th Marines, 15th MarineExpedition Unit. It is a long title, but we are members of a Marine infantry battalion that is currentlyforward deployed as a global force in readiness. We are one part of a larger group that deploys as a selfsustaining operating unit. We conduct training with foreign militaries as a form of diplomatic outreach andstand ready to conduct any mission the United States needs in this region of the world. We are currently workingour way through our 8 month deployment.Your letters are always a nice welcome as they reinforce that we are supported back home. Defense ofthe people and their interests is one of the reasons we are out here. We have a range of experience with theMarines and Sailors on board. For some, this is their first deployment and others have six or more to combatzones. Personally, I am on my second deployment, my first to Afghanistan in the Helmand province.I am from not too far from all of you, Madison, NJ. I went to college at the University of Virginia on aNaval ROTC scholarship and was commissioned into the Marine Corps the day before graduation in May of2008. Reading about the Memorial Day celebration and everyone's experiences just brought me home. NewJersey is a great state and Morris Country a wonderful place to live and grow up. Please enjoy its beautyand make the most out of your week for me. I wish I was there to enjoy all thetowns have to offer.Please know that your outreach is appreciated by the Marines.Semper Fidelis,Capt Bradley FrommExecutive OfficerCompany I, BLT 3/5,15th MEUP.S. For the pastor, I would appreciate if you would pass this letter on to the congregation,at a minimum the three individuals at the top. I was the personal recipient of their letters.My Marines received the rest. Thank you.The Outreach Committee would like to thank all those whocontributed to this year's Project Hope. The school supplies,vitamins and other items collected will go to the DominicanRepublic and Haiti through Foundation For Peace.11

Show door painte by koinoniaWe had to board up the Tower entrance while thedoors are being refurbished, but high schoolmuralists came to the rescue with a colorful façade.13

The Congregation is invited to celebratethe Wedding Ceremony ofAmy Butler and Glenn Visscheron Saturday, May 11, 2013 at 3:00 p.m.in the Sanctuary ofThe Presbyterian Church in Morristown.A reception will follow in the Narthex.Bruce FrazierPhotographyWe hope you will all join us and sharein our most special day!For as long as I can remember,the church has played an integral part of mylife. From baptism to Sunday School andConfirmation, to Bel Melodia, Bel Canto,Canzonetta and Ringers-on-the-Green, toKoinonia, service projects, the InterFaithFood Pantry and RISE, the moments spentat the Presbyterian Church have literallydefined who I am both as a woman and achild of God. So when I got engaged, therewas absolutely no question where we wouldmake such a sacred promise to one another:the very same place where I grew up - ourchurch.www.pcmorristown.org/weddingsWhitehead/Moyle WeddingJim Kapinos PhotographyWhile I had always loved the chapelbecause of its warm and intimate setting and had even imagined walking down the center aisle one day, myconnection with the chapel grew after regularly attending the Sunday evening Contemporary WorshipService. Weekly, this service deepened my faith and the love of our church because I actually experiencedthe transformational power of God sitting in the candlelight space of the chapel. It was incredible thateven though I had attended church every week throughout my entire life, it was during my Sunday eveningsin the chapel that I was truly awakened to the deep and awesome power of God.With that said, making the decision to get married in the chapel last March is one that was representativenot only of the commitment I was making to my husband, but also OUR commitment as a couple vowing tobe rooted in faith together.— Lauren Whitehead Moyle14

Being married at the church… what can Isay? It was simply magical. We chose thechurch because it was beautiful, of course,and silly as it sounds – the location was spoton, but there was something else. A feelingyou get when you are inside. An elementthat can’t be described but was tangiblenonetheless. Perhaps it’s the 200+ yearhistory of the church, or the friendly congregationor the down-to-earth demeanor ofDr. Smazik or the genuine warmth behindCindy Alloway’s hugs. Probably it’s all thesethings. Standing inside the sanctuary, beforeGod and with my friends and family behindme, wishing me well during the most overwhelmingevent in my life up to that pointfilled me with a feeling of such reverence.The pre-wedding meetings with Dr. Smazikwere awesome. He calmed our fears,answered our questions and imparted advicethat I’ve used already in my 4 month oldmarriage.Without planning it or even intending to, wefound ourselves joining. We had a greatrelationship before we stumbled upon ThePresbyterian Church in Morristown, butrealized it was exactly what our relationshipwas missing. We would not have discoveredthat if it hadn’t been for the easygoing andwelcoming nature of the congregation.After the wedding, I asked the guests whattheir favorite part of the day was, and almostall of them said the ceremony. Of course itwas. The reception, while fun, was – let’s behonest – a party.When we started planning the wedding, wewanted something simple and elegant, yes,but we were more interested in creating thefoundation for a strong marriage. Thechurch was perfect. It fit our needs perfectly.It still does.— Nikki ProvenzanoProvenzano/Blanche WeddingKaren O’Donnell Photography15Light/Strom WeddingDave Kim PhotographyFiga/Cuestas WeddingRado Lesay Photography

Check website calendar forscheduling updates:www.pcmorristown.org16

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Music HighlightsTuning things up…Looking back over the past ten months since my arrival at ThePresbyterian Church in Morristown, I cherish many fond memoriesthat I will carry with me for some time. The warmth and support ofso many people has made my transition an easy and pleasant one.As we look toward the future of the music ministry of our church,there are two new exciting developments:A new vocal ensemble for high school students will begin in September. The addition ofthis group will give us a comprehensive choral and handbell program for students in our church.While other incarnations of this choir have existed in the past, this choir will be a bit different inthat it is a group whose identity is not directly tied to our Ringers-on-the-Green program.Students in 9 th through 12 th grades are welcome to be in either ensemble, yet it will not be arequirement that students be in both ensembles (though we hope that MANY will be!!!). Thisvocal ensemble will rehearse weekly on Wednesday evenings in conjunction with the new highschool youth group time. Ringers-on-the-Green will continue to rehearse on Sunday afternoons,as that seems to be the best time for that group to meet. Since the new vocal ensembleand the Ringers-on-the-Green will meet at very different times, it will provide a better schedulefor students to participate in both groups without being involved multiple evenings of the week .This vocal ensemble will sing regularly in worship services and will periodically presentconcerts, both at our church and in the community. The group will interface with Ringers-onthe-Greenregularly, but the details of this interaction will evolve over time. Again, this groupis open to all high school students who have an interest in singing!With the addition of this new ensemble, I would like to transition Cantate Omnes into a choir ofadult members who will sing on a regular basis. This group will continue to function without aregular weekly rehearsal, and will rehearse before the services in which they sing. Wecurrently have a very faithful regular group that is small in number but dedicated and gifted, butwe need more members! On Sunday, May 12 at the 9:15 a.m. service, we will have a ComeOne Come All opportunity to explore Cantate Omnes targeted at potential members. If youhave any interest in singing in a choral ensemble yet do not have the flexibility to rehearseweekly during the evening, Cantate Omnes is PERFECT for you. This group will be singing ona very regular basis in the fall and we want to have as many members as possible! Ourrehearsal that day will begin at 8:15 a.m. in the choir room at the Church on the Green.Please consider “trying us on for size” to see if Cantate Omnes is the right fit for you!Again, it is my joy to be at PCM, and I look forward to many more meaningful, exciting worshipand music experiences in the future!Blessings,Matt Webb, Director of Music18

With grateful thanks, the Hymnal Task Force would like toacknowledge the following people for their generous support of theNew Hymnal campaign. Look for the New Hymnals this Autumn.Mary and Richard AlbrightDonita M. and David L. AndersonCarol Winthers BarbourJerry and Jamie BarnetteCraig T. and Elizabeth F. BarthLarry and Nancy BehrendtLinda Schober and Larry BestErnst and Patricia BoltenAmanda and William BoyadjisWilliam and Susan BruenThe Carlton Bruen FamilyKaren BrunnerDeborah McComber and Richard ByeRobert and Betty CarielloCircle 5Elizabeth R. ClarkThe Clarke FamilyThe Conway FamilyChris and GretchenCotnoir and FamilySally CoulsonMr. and Mrs. Carleton CroninKaren CrooksCarolyn CrosthwaiteHal CrosthwaiteMarion CrowellSandy DanforthRobert P. DaviesMieke de MosBrian and France Della DonneAnne and Craig DoddJaneen DoughertyGeorge and Peg EbelTom and Judith EckhardEvelyn M. EntwisleRaymond W. and Barbara LothErricksonThe Ewing FamilyBill and Chris FerdinandBill FerdinandLena FermaniPaul FigaThe Figa FamilyBeth and Bruce FisherJenny and Walt FleischerJack and Lisa FraebelRobert and Charlotte FranksBruce and Jan FrazierFriday Morning Small GroupSusan M. FritzeCarol and Ed GilbertCaroline and Rich GodfreyFriends of Jill GoellnerEdward GoellnerChris and Jean GrubbsThe Gulisano FamilyThe Guthrie FamilyHans and Susan HaenchenLynne HarmenBob and Jan HarrisKen and Mary Jo HashagenKatherine HencklerNancy L. HetzelKeith HoltMr. and Mrs. Howard HopkinsThe Hubbard FamilyMarilynn HummerDonna and Jon HustonDiana JerryCarol JohnsonJean JonesLois and David JonesThelma KayRichard and Marnie KallerWilliam F. KingsburyJoan KnechtJohn, Ethan and Laura KnectBeverly and Frank KoehlerLorraine and David KrimmelRodney, Molly and Mekhi LawerenceDavid and Ellin LawerenceThe Lawler FamilyNicky and Paige L'HommedieuChristine LindquistStan and Leslie MackCheryl and Thomas MaginleyNial and Linda McCabeScot and Linda McCachrenSandy McConnellJanet and Larry McMillanThe David Mead FamilyJack and Chris MegargelRobert W. Megargel 19Mr. and Mrs. Stanley MontEvelyn MorrisThe Morrison FamilyShirley and David MutchlerBob and Vivian NelsonRuth Nicholas and FamilyMrs. James O. (Jeanne) NicholsRobert and Jean O'MeliaPaul and Roma OsterBarbara ParkeBarbara and Richard ParkeAl and Nancy PerkinsMarion H. PerryVirginia and Robert PiersonGinny PontiousThe Quinn FamilyDonna RahmannSheldon RajkumarJulie and Joel RamseyerMolly RauterLeanne ReaDavid and Maureen RogersNatalie and Bob RookeThomas W. and Alice F. RookeNancy Rossman and FamilyNancy SechrestEric SeguinThe Shepherd FamilyLinda SchoberThe Stark FamilyMary Ann ThomasThomas and Beverly TignorJennifer and Stephen TooleyCindy Alloway's Tuesday Small GroupBarbara and Craig Valenti and FamilyBen ValentiNancy and Robert VollThe Voll and Perry GrandchildrenMargaret WarshawWednesday Morning Small GroupThe Whitehead FamilyKatherine, John, Kristenand Mathew WilliamsJean WojtowiczSusan WoodDavid WoodJim and Pam WoodPaul and Michele YampolskyKathy Zawacke

Midweek Music with Julie RamseyerLittle PipesThe Bel Melodia and Bel Canto choirs are excited to help lead worshipon Youth Sunday which also happens to be Pentecost, this year.“Twelve Disciples in the Temple” uses the hymn tune, TOKYO, withwhole tone scales and percussion instruments to highlight the Pentecosttext written by Mary Nelson Keithahn. After the children introduce themelody in a variety of ways, the congregation will join in singing the lastverse. The Bel Canto choir is ringing Mozart’s “A Little Night Music”,while the Bel Melodia children accompany the congregation with the hymn, “Spirit”.As is our tradition, we end our Midweek season with a giant scavenger hunt (Wednesday,May 22) utilizing just about every square inch of the Parish House.Pipe SqueaksThe children of the Church School are learning the hymns to be sung on May 19, YouthSunday. “As the Wind Song”, one of our hymns, has a slightly unusual history. Most hymnsare written, words first, tune second. Swee Hong Lim, the composer from Singapore, wrote themelody and then sent it to Shirley Murray in New Zealand to write the words, a true multi culturalhymn. How perfect for Pentecost!OvertonesThe Tower Ringers and Singers lead worship on May 5 after a long day at Great Adventure,May 4. Hopefully, we won’t be sunburned. This choir will sing their first real spiritual—not ahymn—“I’m Going to Sing When the Spirit Says Sing”. The Ringers are playing “Come, O ThouTraveler Unknown” by Jason Krug set to the traditional Scottish tune, Chandler. We have somany 8 th graders this year that they will be playing their own selection, “I Will Arise and Go toJesus”. Cathy Mokelbust has arranged the hymn tune, “Restoration”, to honor Americanhandbell pioneer, Mary Kettelhut.Spirito is singing on Mother’s Day, May 12, and Youth Sunday, May 19. AlthoughTelemann’s “O Come Holy Spirit” is a unison anthem, it contains tricky runs for young voices.We finish the season with our annual dinner at a fancy restaurant.Please contact Julie Ramseyer,Director of Children’s Music, if youhave questions, at 973-538-1776or julie@diagonalservice.com.20

What’s Up in Church School? with Alexandra MeadOn May 12, we conclude our Church School Year with our annualTeacher Appreciation Breakfast. Parents and the ChristianEducation Committee provide a hot breakfast for all of the churchschool teachers and helpers. This is a wonderful opportunity for thechildren to spend a fun and relaxing morning with their teachers whilethey enjoy a delicious meal.Are you interested in becoming a church school teacher for nextyear? I am hosting a brief meeting with our current and futureteachers at 9 a.m. on Sunday, May 19, at the Parish House. We willhave one service of Worship that day at 10 a.m. Please comeand take a look at the curriculum we use, ask questions, checkout the classrooms, etc. No prior teaching experience isnecessary. WE NEED YOU!Please contact AlexandraMead, Director of ChristianEd, at 976-538-1776 oramead@pcmorristown.org.Please check out our website (www.pcmorristown.org/vbs) formore information about how to register for Vacation BibleSchool. It will be the week of August 12-16 from 9:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at the PCMParish House. Volunteer information is available as well. Please let me know if you areinterested in helping in any way—both large and small jobs are available.•21

The Presbyterian Church Nursery SchoolPlease join us for a parent program on Wednesday, May 15 at 7:30 p.m. in theParlor of the Parish House. Colleen Varneckas, Occupational Therapist withthe Morris School District, will address Kindergarten Readiness. She willtouch on topics like Fine Motor, Gross Motor, Visual Perceptual, VisualMotor, Self-Help, Cognition, Social Emotional and Sensory Processing.Ms. Varneckas will give you tips and techniques on how you can work withyour child (children) in these areas. She’ll give you an idea of developmentalexpectations. This program is geared for parents of children of all abilities.In the meantime, here are some highlights from our classes: the children in Mrs. Ramseyerand Mrs. Klingman’s class recently experienced outer space by creating star people and glowin the dark star boxes. Mrs. Healy and Mrs. Siverson’s classes are busy planting and growingthings. They are also learning about animals. Mrs. Mueller and Mrs. Klingman’s class arelearning all about recycling and science experiments. Mrs. Yacenda and Mrs. Fitzgerald’sclass have been studying plants and butterflies. Mrs. Gray and Mrs. Buscaino’s class havebeen busy making a class quilt and studying dinosaurs. There’s always something fun andinteresting going on in our classes!We’re also planning for Mother’s Day events which will be hosted by each of the classes.The children have been enthusiastically working on surprises for their moms. Both Thursday,May 9, and Friday, May 10, will be busy mornings at the Parish House as we celebrate ourspecial moms!Questions? Please call the Nursery School at 973-540-1114.Katherine Henckler, Director of Nursery SchoolRegister now for Summer 2013Camp Johnsonburg, a ministry of the seven NJ Presbyteries,is accepting registrations for the 2013 summer program, withoptions for campers in grades K–12. For a full listing, visithttp://www.campjburg.org/summer/ or join us at an OpenHouse on May 5 from 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. Visit our site innorthwestern New Jersey, meet our staff and learn moreabout our summer program!For information, to register or to request a brochure, call the camp office at 908-852-2349,contact us at info@campjburg.org or visit our website at www.campjburg.org.PCM Contact: Linda Schober, lschobest@optimum.net22

2013 Vacation Bible SchoolAugust 12-16, 20139:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.The Presbyterian Church inMorristown, Bethel AME Churchin Morristown and MorristownUnited Methodist Church inviteall children to attend VBS 2013.Everywhere Fun Fair... where children experience the love of Jesus, meet welcoming friendsfrom the Bible and reach out to their neighbors from Japan, Zimbabwe, the UK, Australia andMexico. While at Everywhere Fun Fair, children will enjoy activities and experiences thatdemonstrate God’s welcoming love to everyone!New Location: This year, VBS will be held at the Parish House of The Presbyterian Church inMorristown, 65 South Street, Morristown.Who Can Come? VBS is open to children ages 3 through those entering 5 th grade. Childrendo not need to be church members to attend, but they must be potty trained. This year, we areintroducing an Ambassador Program for youthentering 6 th - 8 th grades. These middle schoolstudents will explore God’s World and learn how tobe future VBS counselors.How Much Does it Cost? The suggested donationfor the week is $40 for the first child and $20 foreach additional child. The maximum per family is$80. Scholarships are available.How Do I Register? The VBS Registration Formmay be completed online at www.pcmorristown.org/VBS. However, the Parent Release Form must besigned and returned to the Parish House, to theattention of Alexandra Mead, along with yourpayment for the week (please make checks payable PCNS).NOTE: Space is limited, so register early!We Need Volunteers! We encourage you to get involvedwith VBS. It is staffed by volunteers. There will be amandatory training session held in June. Please completethe online Volunteer Form at www.pcmorristown.org/VBS.Learn More: For details and registration, visitwww.pcmorristown.org/VBS or contact Alexandra Mead, PCMChristian Education Director, at amead@pcmorristown.org.23

On Sunday June 2, 10 a.m. worship will be a specialday of celebration for grandparents and theirgrandchildren. This will be an intergenerational serviceof worship to which all are invited, honoring the spiritual gifts ofgrandparents and allLet’sTogether! of those who play apart in the spiritual formation,guidance andGrandparents Reaching Out for Worship Christian developmentof young people.Please invite your grandchildren of any age to thisspecial service, and grandchildren, invite yourgrandparents! The service will include a blessing of thechildren, communion by intinction, music by theRingers-on-the-Green and an expanded children’ssermon. Casual dress is encouraged as festivitiescontinue at the Church Picnic in Loantaka Park followingthe service.Contact: Beverly Tignor at beverly.tignor@comcast.netJoin us on Thursday, May 9, at 7 p.m. at the Smazikhome, 5 Vanderpool Drive in Morristown, for a discussionof the book, Two-Part Invention: The Story of a Marriageby Madeleine L’Engle. Please contact Judy Ebrahim at973-644-9690 or jebrahim@aol.com with questions. Wealways welcome new members!UPCOMING SCHEDULEJune 6 at 7 p.m. — Salad supper at the Ebrahim home,16 Springbrook Road in Morristown to discuss booksfor the Fall.24

Community Celebrationof the ArtsHosted by St. Peter’s Episcopal Church,MorristownGreen.com andArts Council of the Morris Area70 Maple Ave, Morristown MG Kids Art Show, May 3-12Submit artwork by April 26 to St Peter’s Art Show Opening and Jazz Coffeehouse, May 3, 3:00-9:30pmActivities for kids, 3-6pmPeter Moffitt Medicine Show at 7pm MorristownGreen.com’s Wordplay II, May 7, 7pmOpen to poets and spoken-word artists of all agesRegister at morristowngreen@gmail.com Morristown Art Walk, May 6MG Kids Art Show display at St. Peter’sArts Walk hosted by Arts Council of the Morris AreaCheck outthe artworkby ourchildren ofMidweek! Children’s Day of Art, May 11, 9am-5pm, ages 6-13, $25 first child ($20 second)Hands-on workshops, advance registration required, scholarships availablePlease register in advance for workshops: mgkids@sharonsheridan.com, 973-927-6192Festival Coordinator: Sharon SheridanChurch Transport Committee IsHERE TO HELP!Do you or someone you know need a ride to church? The ChurchTransportation Committee is offering rides the first Sunday of eachmonth. Please contact Karen May if you would like to sign up or obtainmore information at 973-584-9533 or JKPEMAY@aol.com.Also, if you can assist with transporting someone who lives in yourgeneral area on your way to church regularly or occasionally, pleasecontact Karen or Pastor Cindy (973-538-1776).25

PCM SoftballIt's Spring again, and thatmeans softball! Join thePCM softball team for somefriendly competition against other churches in the North Jersey Christian SoftballLeague. Friends are welcome to play—membership not required! All skill levels are welcome!We practice on Tuesdays in April at 6 p.m. at our new home field, Harter Road Field in MorrisTownship. Games begin on May 3 and run throughJuly 1. You must be at least 16 years old to play,but everyone is invited to come cheer us on!Equipment and "jerseys” are provided!! Pleasebring your own glove, if you have one.Go to www.pcmorristown.org/softball for theschedule and directions to the fields.Contact: Linda Schober, lschobest@optimum.net.See you on the field!!Our first game is Friday, May 3,against our arch rival, the UnitedMethodist Church in Morristown.New Jersey Jackals Baseball GameSaturday, June 22Yogi Berra Stadium, Upper Montclair6:35 p.m.Only $10 per person!The Community and Fellowship Committee and theDeacons are sponsoring a trip to see the NewJersey Jackals Minor League baseball. The gamestarts at 6:35 p.m. and ends with fireworks. We will car pool fromthe Parish House (65 South Street, Morristown) at 5:30 p.m.Please reserve your seat online at www.pcmorristown.org/Jackalsor contact Jenny Tooley at jennytool@gmail.com.26

Church PicnicSunday, June 212:30 p.m.Loantaka Brook Reservationin Morris TownshipMusic: The Recorder ConsortBring: Salad, dessert or baked beans to share, chairs or blankets, games,sporting equipment. Barbecue fare and beverages provided.Cost: $6 per person or $20 per familyRSVP Please! Online at www.pcmorristown.org/picnic or contact LarryBehrendt at lbehrendt@verizon.net and pay upon arrivalDirections: See map at www.pcmorristown.org/picnicPlease welcome our guests from Bethel AME Church in Morristown.DONATIONS RECEIVEDBY OUR CHURCHEach month the church reports the names ofthose for whom the church received gifts.Recent donations were received...In Memory of:Hazel C. K. AllisonJill GoellnerJohn KuschkeArchie McDougall27

April Dates to RememberApr 28 Capital Initiation congregational town meetingHistoric Master Plan presentationMay 3 Opening Day for PCM softballMay 4 Tower Choir to Great AdventureCheck websitecalendar forMay 5 Confirmation Dinnermost recentMay 7 Sandy relief work day at Union Beachschedule.PCM softball gameDeadline for June Tower TidingsMay 9 Books, Bible & BeyondMay 11 Butler/Visscher weddingMay 12 Mother’s Day—Worship with BaptismLast day of Church School—Teacher AppreciationMay 13 GatheringMay 14 PCM softball gameMay 15 Kindergarten Readiness presentationMay 18 Youth laser tag daySandy relief work day at Union BeachMay 19 Pentecost—Youth SundayChurch School teacher expoGROWMay 21 PCM softball gameMay 22 Midweek (children) and Ekklesia (middle school) Scavenger HuntMay 26 Burying Ground ServiceMay 27 Memorial Day—Office and Nursery School closedMay 31 PCM softball gameClothingBankThe Clothing Bank is now collecting spring and summerclothing to serve those in need within our community.PLEASE SUBMIT ONLY seasonal items (but nobathing suits). We simply cannot store winter coatsand heavy sweaters due to lack of space.Thank you for your generous donations andsupport for this valuable service to our community,operating out of the PCM Parish House for 18 years.Contact: Jan Harris, jansemail@verizon.net.28

Circle 2: Thursday, May 23 at 7 p.m. at the home of CarolKnauff. The Rev. Cindy Alloway is our speaker.Circle 5: Monday, May 13 at 7:30 p.m. at the home ofJudie Browne for a craft project. Jenny Fleischerwill do devotions.Circle 11: Monday, May 6 at 10 a.m. at the Parish Housefor workshop. Lena Fermani will provide snack.Thursday, May 23 at 11 a.m., we meet at the Cross Estate in the New JerseyBrigade area of the Morristown National Historical Park. “History of the CrossEstate” will be presented by Ranger Eric Olsen. Afterwards, we go out to lunch.Circle 12: Monday, May 20 at 1:30 p.m. in the Parish House. Jean Wotowicz will speak on“Seven Ways to Convert Aging to Ageless.” The hostesses are Gladys and GraceAkillian and Roxy Polo.If you are interested in learning more about Presbyterian Women andcircles, please contact Sherry Guthrie at sharon.guthrie@verizon.net.The Video Team, ledby Hal Crosthwaite,meets to plan andreview editingprocedures for videorecording of services,events and programs.Look for increasedvideo activity on thePCM website,Facebook, Twitterand YouTube!29

Congregational Health MinistryGluten FreeThe gluten-free diet is becoming an increasingly populartrend among American consumers. However, most peopleare not even sure what a gluten-free diet consists of, what thebenefits are, and what gluten even is.Gluten is a protein that is found in certain grains such as wheat,barley, and rye. The purpose of gluten is to give elasticity to dough,which helps it to rise and keep its shape, and adds a chewy textureto the product. Although gluten is found primarily in cereals andbreads, it is also found in less obvious foods such as soups, broths, sauces, and saladdressings in order to thicken the liquids. It is rare not to find gluten in any processed foodproduct.The primary reason for developing a gluten-free lifestyle is an illness called celiac disease.This occurs when people have an intolerance to gluten. Symptoms include chronic diarrhea,weight loss, and fatigue. An allergy to wheat can also result in symptoms such as hives,difficulty breathing, and digestive problems.The only treatment for celiac disease is a gluten-free diet; hence, many people adopt agluten-free lifestyle. With increasing numbers of people being diagnosed with celiacdisease and gluten intolerance, the gluten-free diet has become very popular. Aside frommedical reasons, people choose to adopt a gluten-free diet for a number of health benefits,such as weight loss, improving cholesterol levels, promoting digestive health and increasingenergy levels.By choosing gluten-free foods, you are eliminating countless unhealthy and processedfoods that contribute to health problems and weight gain. By eating gluten-free, you areconsuming mainly organic products and a lot of fruit and vegetables. These gluten-freefoods contain antioxidants and vitamins that help sustain the body and promote a healthy andactive lifestyle.Although a gluten-free diet proves to be beneficial with its multiple health benefits, it is notnecessarily the healthiest diet to follow. Many gluten-free products are just as bad for you asthe ones with gluten. Be cautious of what you put in your body and keep in mind that theless processed the food is, the better it is for you.Nancy Behrendt, Congregational Health Ministry—————————————————-Resource: Pegasus News30

At the March 21, 2013 Meeting of the Session— Session reviewed the designs for new signs to be placed in front of the Church and ParishHouse and diagrams for where the signs would be situated. After discussion and questionsof a representative of the design company, Session approved the budgeted expenditure ofabout $38,000 to proceed with the project. Signs will be installed sometime in July 2013. Session approved the following policy for the church for helping with Hurricane Sandyrecovery: The Presbyterian Church in Morristown will provide financial and on-site supportto people impacted by Hurricane Sandy in October 2012. The focus of the effort will be tosupport recovery of primary resident housing along the Jersey Shore. We will also considerother opportunities in support of first responder and non-profit organizations supporting theSandy relief effort. Financial support will be provided through gift cards to local buildingsupply stores and through grants approved by the Outreach Committee. On-site effort willbe provided during one day and up to one week trips. This effort is expected to providelong term support of the Sandy recovery effort. A day trip is planned for April 6 and weeklongtrips are anticipated for July to Point Pleasant and October to Forked River. During her report on parish concerns, Cindy noted the passing into Eternal Life of ArchieMcDougall at the age of 89. Archie was a lifelong member of the church, having beenbaptized at the South Street Church. He was a dedicated volunteer all his life. His memorialservice will be held on Saturday, April 13 at 2:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary.Per capita contributions are the way each Presbyterian shares the expense ofthe Presbyterian Church (USA) system of government and keeps connected to the work ofthe wider church. Per capita contributions fund leadership training, essential publicationsand our denomination’s participation in global ecumenical efforts. In short, our per capitacontributions are the glue that holds us all together as Presbyterians. In 2013, the percapita contribution for each member of our congregation, including young adults who havebeen confirmed, is $32. When each member covers the cost of his or her own per capitacontribution, the money does not have to be taken from the PCM church operating budget,thus keeping more income focused on programs and mission.To determine your family’s per capita contribution, multiply the number of confirmed membersby $32. For example, if there are two confirmed members in your household, your per capitacontribution is $64; three members = $96, etc. Please make your check payable to PCMwith “per capita” written in the memo and return it to the church office at 65 South Street,Morristown. You may also place your contribution in the collection plate during a service.Thanks in advance for your support!Evangelism and Membership Committee31

65 South StreetMorristown, New Jersey 07960Tower Tidings #5 of 11The Presbyterian Church in Morristown65 South StreetMorristown, New Jersey 07960-4138.Periodical postage paid inChester, New Jersey.Please let the church office know if your addressor membership status has changed.THE CHURCH STAFFMinisters:The Reverend Dr. David Smazik, Senior PastorThe Reverend Cynthia J. Alloway, Associate PastorDirector of Music: Matthew WebbDirector of Children’s Music: Julie RamseyerDirector of Christian Education: Alexandra MeadDirector of Youth & Young Adults Ministries: Angela RinesBusiness Administrator: Jamie BarnetteDirector of Nursery School: Katherine Henckler (973) 540-1114Communications Coordinator: Deborah McComberAdministrative Assistants: Mary Jo Hashagen and Jo PotterSextons: John Conneely and Joseph Macoski(973) 538-1776 FAX: (973) 538-7879mail@pcmorristown.orgwww.pcmorristown.org32