First Impressions
The Newsletter of FPC of Houma
July 2010
From our Moderator:
For five weeks this summer members of FPCH have diligently searched God’s Word for God’s calling to
FPCH. After studying about 50 scripture texts together, sharing our hopes and dreams, and praying for
God’s guidance they have proposed the following working vision statement. We call it a “working
statement” because a) it needs further work, but b) we need to get to work, and c) we believe God is
calling a specific man to work with you to bring it into full focus. We pray that you will begin to use this
statement as a “self assessment” by asking: “Do I love God with all my heart, mind, and soul?” “Will I
strive to love my neighbor as myself?” We believe the answers to these questions, and the resulting
actions will begin to remake FPCH into a house where the Love of God is the guiding force.
God Bless you,
Bill Crawford
First Presbyterian Church of Houma – Vision Statement
Matthew 22:36-40. First Presbyterian Church of Houma is called to “love the LORD our God with all our heart,
soul, and mind and to love our neighbor as ourselves.” We seek to pursue this mission by focusing on Christ and
these key purposes given to the church.
WORSHIP
Exalt and love God in unity by offering praise and petition and by confessing Jesus is LORD.
MINISTRY
Ministry is loving one another, by encouraging one another, caring for one another and using Gods gifts in
service to one another.
DISCIPLESHIP
Teaching the good news of God’s love in Christ, through Bible study; applying God’s truth and
demonstrating the gospel in our daily lives.
MISSION
Following the great commandment we will proclaim the gospel in our homes, communities and to the
ends of the earth, through outreach, testimony, sharing of gifts and works of mercy in love. We will seek
to display the joy of our salvation to the world.
FELLOWSHIP
Fellowship begins with our mutual acceptance in Christ, it shows its self in the common joy of the spirit
and it strengthens the body in love.
In pursuing these purposes it is our conviction we will “glorify God and enjoy him forever”: question one of the
Larger Westminster Catechism.
Pastor Search Committee
Elections where held at our Congregational Meeting on June 27, 2010. The following seven members of
our congregation have been elected to serve on the Pastor Search Committee: Emmett Galloway, Mike
Buguet, Mike Cobb, Glenn Burgess, Jennifer Robinson, Tessa Weatherall, and Margaret Lee. Please be
in prayer for them as they work toward determining God’s will for the next pastor at First Presbyterian
Church of Houma.
Pastoral Intern update
Dale Robertson has accepted a call to Waynesboro Presbyterian Church in Waynesboro, MS. He will
remain on staff here in Houma till he has been installed as pastor at the Waynesboro church which could possibly
be done at the September 14, 2010 Presbytery meeting in Mississippi or as late as the January 2011 Presbytery
meeting. Until that time Dale will remain and provide all the duties of your Pastoral Intern.
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The Newsletter of FPC of Houma
July 2010
Music Ministry Search Committee
Rachel Billiot has agreed to stay on for the month of July on a as needed basis while the Music Search
Committee continues to seek God’s direction of our Music Ministry leadership. We are still looking for
someone who can lead our music worship team so if you know of someone who might be interested
please let the chairman of this committee, Rives McCord, know. Rives can be reached at 855-1580.
HOPE EXTREME: Fun Day.
One of the ministries First Presbyterian Church of Houma is closely involved with is Hope Extreme
located just down the street a few block over the downtown bridge. As a church outreach, we are hosting
a “Fun Day” at the Hope Extreme facility on July 28th between 10am-2pm. This “Fun Day” will involve
crafts, games, an inflatable water slide, and hamburgers & hot dogs for the kids. Hope Extreme has about
30 kids between the ages of 5-12 years old who have been attending Hope Extreme’s 6-week
educational tutoring program over the summer.
We need your help. The estimated cost of this “Fun Day” will be around $400.00. Plus we will need
volunteers to help with the crafts, games, barbequing, and helpers. Please be in prayer for this church
outreach program and if possible give of your time and/or money to support such a wonderful opportunity
to be part of this great ministry.
SUNDAY SCHOOL classes:
o Mixed class (leader: Mike Buquet) - Bible Study of 1st Peter
o Ladies class (leader: Helen Theriot &Therese Fuglaar) – July 7 & 14 a study of influential Christian
women. July 21 & 28 a study of the apostles.
o Adult class (leader: Glenn Burgess) – “They walked with the Savior” by Scott Hagan
o Youth 6th-12th grade (leader: Mark Lee) – Bible teachings
o Elementary 1st-5th grade (leader: Dale Robertson) – “Show me Jesus” a bible study for children
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION during the week:
o Men’s Breakfast. Terrebonne General Hospital every Wednesday morning at 6:30 in the cafeteria on the
first floor. We are working though “The Pursuit of Holiness” by Jerry Bridges.
o Ladies Bible Study. First Presbyterian Church of Houma every Wednesday morning at 10:20 am in the
ladies Sunday school class room behind the church sanctuary. Helen Theriot will be teaching July 7 & 14
on sexual trafficking and on the 21 & 28 we will return to our study of “Respectable Sins” by Jerry
Bridges.
o Home Bible Study. Dale & Joan Thompson’s house at 7pm on Monday, July 12, call 876-5630 for
directions. We are studying the Book of Zechariah.
o Ladies Home Bible Study. Therese Fuglaar’s house at 7pm on Monday, July 26, call 381-5971 for
directions. We are studying the Book of Nehemiah.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL announcement:
Since we are not having VBS this year, we have been invited to participate in VBS at the Thibodaux
Presbyterian Church. Their Vacation Bible School will be held on the last week of July between 9amnoon. The theme will be “High Seas Adventure”. For more information call First Presbyterian Church of
Thibodaux at 447-7539.
Pulpit Supply:
July 4 Dale Robertson
July 11 Rev. Rob Leverett – Communion Sunday
July 18 Dale Robertson
July 25 Dr. Manuel Prabakaran (Raj Nathaniel’s father from India)
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The Newsletter of FPC of Houma
July 2010
FPC Financial Update
Through May 2010
May
$
Giving
$
7,005
Monthly Giving
7,005
Expenses
Budget
10,998
10,745
$
$
Monthly
(3,993)
(3,740)
Year-to-date
$
Giving
$
37,467
37,467
Expenses
Budget
Year-to-date Giving
47,608
Year-to-date
53,724
$
(10,141)
$ (16,257)
May average attendance – 45
Birthdays
Kiala Thibodeaux – July 1
Carol Galloway – July 6
Elizabeth Thibodeaux – July 8
Michael Rydberg – July 8
Wendy Billiot – July 9
Daniel Billiot – July 15
William Swafford – July 15
Hannah Weatherall – July 16
Peggy Wurzlow – July 19
Anniversaries
No Wedding Anniversaries in July
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July 2010
Diane Lochner – July 19
Jason Rydberg – July 24
Walter Robinson – July 27
If we missed your special day, let us know at the church office: 873-8136 or firsthouma@bellsouth.net
First Presbyterian Church
414 Barrow St
Houma, LA 70360
1pchouma.com
First Impressions
The Newsletter of FPC of Houma
July 2010
First Presbyterian Church
414 Barrow St
Houma, LA 70360