Letters from the Pastors NOV 10 2024

The various ministries offered at FCPC. 1/1 MINISTRIES We seek, through all our ministries and programs, to provide opportunities for individuals of all ages, and families of all kinds to worship and serve together. CARING Groups | Programs | Support Read More >> ADULT Groups | Programs Read More >> CHILDREN Classes | Programs Read More >> YOUTH Middle School | High School Read More >> MUSIC Concerts | Ensembles Read More >>

1/1 MISSION Reaching out to serve our neighborhood, our city, our nation, and our world. Hunger Ministries Find out More International Ministries Find out More Next Gen Ministries Find out More Harvest Fair Find out More Transformation Ministries Find out More Peace & Justice Ministries Find out More Our Mission Legacy Find out More Service Opportunities Find out More

Established in 1961, Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church Preschool is a place where children are loved and encouraged to explore their wonderful world... FCPC Preschool Job Opportunities Preschool Substitute Teacher Are you interested in being a substitute teacher and helping out in classrooms? If you are, please reach out to Karin Miller, karin@fcpc.us , with the subject line “Substitute Teacher Interest” or call 412-406-6617 with inquiries. Preschool Phone Preschool Email

1/1 OUR MISSION LEGACY FCPC has had a part in starting various missions and ministries right here in Pittsburgh. CHILDREN'S HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAM (CHIP) How it all began in our church Sanctuary one Sunday morning... Read More ANNUAL HARVEST FAIR Raising money for missions with the largest rummage sale in the region Read More SOJOURNER HOUSE PITTSBURGH, PA Faith-based recovery for women and their children. Read More PEDIATRIC PALLIATIVE CARE COALITION Lighting the way for families and medically fragile children. Read More SECOND HARVEST COMMUNITY THRIFT STORE Gleaning the best from our community for our community Read More SUMMER'S BEST TWO WEEKS Building Christian character through a summer sports camp for decades Read More

Learn all about our ministry for Middle School and High School Youth. Our Youth Group meets weekly on Sunday afternoons for devotionals and games. If you have any questions , contact Sam Harding. Connect with the Youth Leader Team Sam Harding, Director of Christian Education and Youth Ministry (sam@fcpc.us ) Jenna Tupponce, Youth Program Coordinator (jenna@fcpc.us ) Meg Wertz, Youth Program Coordinator (meg@fcpc.us ) Dan Wertz, Youth Program Coordinator ( dan@fcpc.us )

Meet our pastors and administrative staff. 1/1 STAFF & LEADERSHIP Our team of staff and volunteers is grateful to serve this community of faith. Read more about us and feel free to give us a call. JOHN BELL Interim Pastor 412.963.8243 x16 | john@fcpc.us NIKKI ROSSWOG Minister of Congregational Care 412.963.8243 x07 | nikki@fcpc.us KARIN MILLER Preschool Director 412.552.9382 | karin@fcpc.us SAM HARDING Director of Christian Education and Youth Ministry 412-726-0322 | sam@fcpc.us KATIE CARACCIOLO Administrative Assistant 412.963.8243 x11 | katie@fcpc.us ARAMAND CALDWELL Caretaker Supervisor 412.963.8243 x27 "MR. PETE" WATERKOTTE Preschool Welcome Monitor CHERYL KHYLLEP Covenant Associate Pastor 412.963.8243 x17 | cheryl@fcpc.us S.C. TOE Minister of Music 412.963.8243 x29 | sc@fcpc.us MIKE GROSS Facilities Manager 412.963.8243 x44 mikeg@fcpc.us SARAH HAYS Office Manager sarah@fcpc.us | 412-963-8243 x 10 ALEX SHROYER Business Manager 412.963.8243 x15 | alex@fcpc.us Tommy Caldwell Caretaker "MR. CHET" KARAS Preschool Welcome Monitor OUR LEADERSHIP S E S S I O N (E L D E R S) As there were in Old Testament times elders for the government of the people, so the New Testament church provided persons with particular gifts to share in discernment of God’s Spirit and governance of God’s people. Accordingly, congregations should elect persons of wisdom and maturity of faith, having demonstrated skills in leadership and being compassionate in spirit. Ruling elders are so named not because they “lord it over” the congregation (Matt. 20:25), but because they are chosen by the congregation to discern and measure its fidelity to the Word of God, and to strengthen and nurture its faith and life. Ruling elders, together with ministers of the Word and Sacrament, exercise leadership, government, spiritual discernment, and discipline and have responsibilities for the life of a congregation as well as the whole church, including ecumenical relationships. When elected by the congregation, they shall serve faithfully as members of the session. - G 2.0301 Book of Order 2017-2019: The Constitution of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Part II Clerk of Session: Ralph Miller (2026) CURRENTLY SERVING ELDERS & COMMITTEE ON WHICH THEY SERVE Administration & Personnel: Ryan DeMotte - Chair (2027), Jon Sweringen (2028), Ralph Miller (2026) Building & Grounds: Bob Heister- Chair (2028), Howard Havlicsek (2026) Christian Nurture: Toby Eberhart - Chair (2027), Morgan Oberlin (2027) Endowment: Walter McGhee (2028) - Chair, Jay Thier (2026), David Tupponce (2026) Fellowship: Ann Boyd - Chair (2027) Finance: Jeff Todd - Chair (2027), David Tupponce (2026), Jay Thier (2026), Walter McGhee (2028) Mission: Jay Thier - Chair (2026), Steve Huntington (2028), Ann Boyd (2027), Bob Heister (2028) Nominating: Morgan Oberlin - Chair (2027) Preschool: Amy Szlachetka - Chair (2026), Steve Huntington (2028) Worship & Music: Connie Phillips - Chair (2028), Howard Havlicsek (2026) B O A R D O F D E A C O N S The ministry of deacon as set forth in Scripture is one of compassion, witness, and service, sharing in the redeeming love of Jesus Christ for the poor, the hungry, the sick, the lost, the frien dless, the oppressed, those burdened by unjust policies or structures, or anyone in distress . Persons of spiritual character, honest repute, exemplary lives, brotherly and sisterly love, sincere compassion, and sound judgment should be chosen for this ministry. - G 2.0201 Book of Order 2017-2019: The Constitution of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Part II Co-Moderators: Kim Power & Brenda Karas Vice Moderator: Joe Mettenburg Secretary/Treasury: Christine Bennett Class of 2026: Don Boyd, Brenda Karas, Beth Lockwood, Fay Powell, Kim Power, Katie Walker +++ Class of 2027: Christine Bennett, Debbie Demmler, Juli Huntington, Kathleen McGhee, Rob Scott, Amy Stabingas, Gwen Zaleski +++ Class of 2028: Jane Charlton, Cristie Good, Gail Holtz, Wayne Hoover, Joe Mettenburg, Lori Moran, Patrick O'Connell, Emily Rocha

Make your reservation to use our facility for your upcoming meeting, community event, or wedding. 1/1 USING OUR FACILITY FCPC is pleased to offer the hospitality of our space. WEDDINGS Marriage is one of God’s greatest blessings. Our sincere desire is that weddings performed at Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church will be a wonderful experience for each couple! If you would like to explore the possibility of having your wedding at the church or performed by one of the pastors off-site, contact a pastor. Our pastors are available to officiate at weddings of church members only . The pastor plans the wedding service with the couple and expects the couple to engage in premarital counseling with a professional counselor. We cannot accept reservations for weddings more than 15 months in advance. We are unable to host weddings during busy seasons such as Holy Week and Christmas. We are not able to have wedding receptions on-site. See the Special Services page for more details. MEETINGS & COMMUNITY EVENTS From Boy Scout Troop meetings to public lectures, FCPC wishes to make our space available for the community at large. Available Rooms: CHAPEL | Seats up to 80. HDMI-connect to 72" tv. Audio/mics. Dry erase board/easel. Piano. SANCTUARY | Seats up to 650. Screen/projector. Audio/mics. Piano. Very limited availability. *Contact S.C. Toe for music events. ATRIUM | Capacity varies on type of event. LOUNGE | Seats up to 50. Tables & chairs or classroom setup. Next to kitchen. HDMI-connect to television. FELLOWSHIP HALL | Seats up to 250. Screen/projector/audio/video. KITCHEN | Commercial stovetop, ovens, dishwasher. LIBRARY | Seats up to 10 comfortably. CLASSROOMS (limited) YOUTH LOUNGE (limited) Contact our office to request a room reservation form and check availability. Church events get first priority.

Memorial Services and Columbarium Memorial Services If your loved one has died, please call our church office to talk with a pastor about scheduling a Memorial Service. Depending on your preferences, needs, or wishes, we will work with you to provide anything from a private dedication of ashes to a full worship service. We will: Arrange for and/or provide the music for the service Work with you and your family to decide on the service order Provide the bulletin for the service Provide a reception for family & friends (Upon Request Only) Work closely with area funeral homes and/or cemeteries We are here to walk beside you to make this service special for you and your loved ones. Columbarium - For FCPC Members - Each crypt in our recently renovated Memorial Garden & Columbarium is 9"x9"x9" For prices and availability, please contact Sarah in the Church Office. 412-963-8243 | sarah@fcpc.us The Memorial Garden & Columbarium are accessible from Springhouse Lane, near the corner of Fox Chapel Road. They are open and available 24/7.

Established in 1961, Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church Preschool is a place where children are loved and encouraged to explore their wonderful world... FCPC Preschool Director's Corner Welcome to FCPC Preschool Childhood should be a sacred space, a space for exploration and discovery. It should be a safe space where children can learn and take risks as they grow in confidence and understanding. It should be a space that exposes young minds to new ideas, new challenges, and new opportunities. Creating this space of learning through play is a platform and a model that FCPC Preschool fully embraces. There is such innate joy engaging children in this way. To witness their growth and confidence take root and grow is indeed a privilege. Creating this space requires strong leadership and a loving and motivated staff. It requires partnering with parents and families, working together to support our youngest learners. It requires commitment from all participants to embrace the love of learning. It requires a Christ-centered focus providing a firm foundation from which to launch. Allowing children this space is what FCPC Preschool does best. Karin Miller, Director of Preschool Ministries Amy Leigh Teele Preschool Art Show Amy Teele was the embodiment of joy. Her zest for life was contagious. Being in her presence brought laughter to your heart and a smile to your face. Nothing seemed to bring Amy down. Her example is one of a life fully and well lived. As many of you know, Amy was not only a beloved preschool teacher, but also a passionate Art teacher, and a devoted Sunday School teacher. Among the events that brought her joy, the annual Art Show held a particularly special place in her heart. This cherished event allows us to celebrate the creativity of our young artists, as their work is displayed for all to see. Each year, Amy would thoughtfully purchase art supplies for the preschool, carefully selecting materials that would spark the imaginations of the children in our care. Few understood the joy of the creative process quite like Amy did. With a unique ability to see the world through the eyes of a child, she knew just how to introduce ideas and materials that would inspire the children to create freely. In honor of her spirit, her dedication to creativity, and her unwavering belief in the joy of childhood and the love of learning, we are proud to announce that our annual Art Show will now bear her name. It is with great joy that we officially rename our annual Art Show in her honor. We dedicate this show to Amy, to the lasting impact she had on all of us, and to the creative spirit she so lovingly nurtured in each child. In loving memory, Karin New Ones Class Opening Dear Preschool Families, We have exciting news! FCPC Preschool is opening a new Ones class this fall! Our Ones will have a soft introduction to preschool with simple, child-friendly crafts, and developmentally appropriate lessons through stories. Together with lots of play and socialization, our Ones will have a great experience. Families will find that all the child-centered components found in our current early learning classrooms will be part of our youngest learners’ mornings. This class is for children that have turned one by September first. The class will run on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9-11:45. Space is limited so register now to ensure your child’s place. The registration link is found here . Please don’t hesitate to reach out to the preschool office with any questions. We look forward to welcoming your one-year-old to preschool this fall! Warmly, Karin Preschool Phone Preschool Email

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