The Lord be with You!
We had a lovely gathering for worship this past Sunday.  It was the last Sunday before we enter into the next season of worship, which will be marked by this Sunday's special day, Transfiguration of Christ. We will also celebrate Communion this Sunday.

After the Transfiguration of Christ (Luke 9:28-36), Jesus sets his face towards Jerusalem, a journey that we all travel together through Lent towards Good Friday.  

Ash Wednesday begins next week.  I plan on dispensing ashes (with their permission) at the Lowe's Grocery Store in the morning and then at noon at the church.  

Coming Dates
Communion this Sunday - Transfiguration Sunday
Ash Wednesday on Wednesday, March 6th
Spring Forward one hour on Sunday morning, March 10th

Domestic Violence Mission
Friends, with PW's assistance, we will be purchasing enough supplies for another round of "Go Bags" for the Tucumcari Domestic Violence Program.  I will be holding an assembly line project and will welcome the help of others once we've amassed the supplies. 

Lent Bible Study -
I am going to try a new Lenten Bible Student Series, probably Wednesday evenings beginning March 13th at 5:30PM.  I hope to have some good coffee and sandwiches to fuel our get together. What should we study?  I thought we would dive into the different events of the Resurrection Story of Jesus, from each one of the Gospels.  We will talk about a different story each week.

Today - Yoga meets again at noon!  See you and your yoga mat in just a few hours.

Prayers:
Loved Ones who have been traveling this week
Debra Whittington's Family
Tom Anderson  - his eye
Our country
Glenda Coles - shoulder and arm pain
Jenna Morris - knee pain

Please lift all these people in prayer.  And know that you are in my prayers!
Much love,
Pastor Amy

​Greetings to you in the name of Christ!
Hope you are warm and well wherever you are, since we have a fairly cold day ahead!  Hopefully we will receive some good precipitation today (we can always hope!).  

This past weekend was a fun-filled one of lots of tasty foods and fellowship.  Special thank yous to the hard-working crew who decorated, worked the kitchen, planned and prepared for the Valentine's Day High Tea!  It was fabulous.  So was the Potluck Dinner on Sunday!  

No Yoga Today!    Consequently, it looks like we're a little pooped for yoga, and it's super cold.  So I'm cancelling it for today.  We will have yoga again next Tuesday.

Presbyterian Women Lunch Meeting this Saturday: This Saturday, February 23rd, women of the church are called to our next lunch and meeting.  Ladies, please bring a little something to eat and share potluck and let's imagine together the mission of PW for 2019!

Prayer Requests:  
Travelers
The family of Debra Whittington
The Latham family
Laurel Sims' partner, Andrew (broken leg and leg surgery)
Jenna Morris (knee)
Our country

Rotary Club Lobster Dinner:  There are still a few tickets available for purchase to attend the Rotary Club Lobster Dinner Fundraiser (for our scholarship program).  You can ask me or Marjorie McKenzie for tickets.  They are $35/person.  Cutoff date is February 28th!  Event is at the Elks and includes a dance afterwards!

Next week:  Wednesday, 2/27/19 at noon, at the Cornerstone, Dutch Treat Dames  meet up.  Remember, we get together on the 4th Wednesday of each month.

Did you know?  Sunday, March 3rd is Communion Sunday and it is also the Transfiguration of the Lord.  That day marks a change in the liturgical cycle from Ordinary Time to the season of Lent.  

May this day be a great one.  Blessings,
Rev. Amy 

Greetings to you in the name of Jesus Christ!
We had a grand day of worship on Sunday!  We ordained and installed your new leaders of the church.  Richard Randals is now one of your Ruling Elders and Theresa Goldston is one of your Deacons.  Please pray for their ministry and thank God for their service.

This weekend is a big and busy one for us!  Presbyterian Women will be hosting the Vintage High Tea.  If you are fretting over whether you actually own any "vintage" clothing, stop it right there!  Just come on over anyway!  The party starts at 2:00PM.  Entrance Fee is $20 per person or $35 per couple.

Tonight, the Elders have their monthly Session meeting at 5:30PM.  An Agenda will be shared later today.  

Rotary Lobster Dinner Fundraiser:  Don't forget that next month, the Rotary Club is hosting their second annual Lobster Dinner to support the Rotary Club scholarship program.  Marjorie McKenzie and I are selling tickets.  Let us know soon if you want to buy some!  The dinner is on Saturday, March 9th.  

Speaking of Dinner... This Sunday is our Potluck Sunday again!  Bring a dish to share and don't forget to invite a friend along for holy table fellowship.  

Presidents' Day Quilting Class:  Friends, take note that our Fellowship Hall will be in use on Monday, February 18th from 8:00AM to 5:00PM for private use.  Ms. Lucy Nials will be hosting a quilting class in our Hall.  If you must pop by the church, your are welcome, but please allow them quiet and space.

Yoga is cancelled today because of our preparations for Saturday. We will reconvene next Tuesday, February 19th at noon!

Prayer Requests:
McKenzie Family in their loss of Houston McKenzie's mother-in-law
Thanksgiving for Sharon's continuing improvement
The Birches in their health troubles
Members of our church who have health worries, or awaiting information
Those in hospice and home health care
Those who are caregivers
Our country

We're in for some fun this week.  Don't forget to take a rest sometime in the midst of your busy life.  "Come to me, all you heavy-laden, and I will give you rest." (Mt 11:28)

Blessings and peace,
Rev. Amy 
575-708-0860

​These dates will be updated periodically, so please come back and visit us again! 
You can also visit our live calendar at 1stpreschurchtuc.weebly.com/calendar-of-events.html.

Dear Friends in Christ:

Welcome to February!
Hard to believe we are already in the second month of the year.  Don't forget to get your tickets to the Vintage High Tea Party on Saturday, February 16th at 2:00PM.  I can sell you tickets, or just ask one of the women in our church.  $20 per person or $35 for a couple.  

At the recent January meeting, the Presbyterian Women voted for new officers.  Please thank Julie Sursa for organizing the election and her contributions for the last two years in moderating PW.  Sharon Huffman has agreed to serve again as secretary (Thank you, Sharon!).  Julie will be Vice Moderator, Anna Lee Schuster has agreed to be Moderator and Theresa Goldston as Treasurer.  Marjorie McKenzie has accepted the important position as Rummage Sale Boss!  Thanks to all for your service.  It is going to be a great year to get involved with PW!  

Presbyterian Women has been an important part of our church's mission.  They have been a part of our church for nearly as long as the church itself.  They raise funds for mission projects and give us all opportunities to participate in their activities.  PW will be highlighted on Sunday during the Time out for Teaching, as for the next few Sundays I plan on taking that time to highlight various mission projects of the church.  

Please take note of what's happening round our church!
Today:  Yoga at noon
Tomorrow:  Amy will be in the office for the morning
Sunday: Worship @ 11!

Sunday, February 17th is Potluck Sunday...

Prayers:
Travelers
Larry Birch is doing better (Thanks be to God!)
For those who are grieving
For those looking for work
Our country

Ever wonder where I get our lectionary texts?  Here is a link where you are able to read ahead what Scriptures we will hear on Sunday.  https://www.presbyterianmission.org/devotion/revised-common-lectionary/ 

Make today a great day!  Be a blessing to someone else.
Love,
Pastor Amy