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Confirmation Sunday
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| We welcomed the 2008 Confirmation Class into membership on May 11. The pictures show C.J , Amanda, and Connor and the cake cutting. We are proud of each one of you and hope that you will find your spiritual journey at Old Paramus to be a fulfilling one. |
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OPRC Celebrates 10 Years of Tom Marsden's Ministry On Sunday, April 20, Old Paramus celebrated Rev. Marsden's 10 years of service to the church. His whole family gathered to attend the worship service and Celebration Brunch. In addition to this milestone, Tom also celebrated his 40th year as an ordained minister. A large number of members and friends came to celebrate with the Marsdens. |
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The Congregation Recognizes 10 Years of Service
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Tom and Judy Marsden with daughters Jill and Amy and their families |
The Brunch Line |
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"With Joy We Celebrate Your Ministry"
A Fitting Cake for the Occasion |
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Guild Features Jim White At its April meeting, the Women's Guild had as its guest, Father Jim White, pastor of St. Luke's Roman Catholic Church in Waldwick. Father White is a ventriloquist and shared his talents with a very rapt audience. Father White gave an interesting talk about how he overcame his shyness as a child through the development of his God given talent of ventriloquism. His presentation included two of the eight puppets in his collection, Carrot Top, who resembles a Muppet with bright red hair, and Seymour, who got his name because he sees more with his glasses on. Of course, his puppets object to his referring to them as dummies, so he has coined the phrase, "woodenly-challenged". Father White uses his puppets to present a very Biblically inspired message of Christian faith. Children especially relate to the down to earth qualities of his presentations. It is a sign of our times however, that young people today automatically think the puppets are computerized. They are not experienced with the real talent of a ventriloquist. And real talent is what describes Jim White. Father White is a fantastic ventriloquist. One part of his program has him drinking a glass of water while the puppet is speaking. Absolutely amazing. We thank him for a most entertaining and enlightening presentation. |
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Father Jim White with Seymour
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Carrot Top greets the audience. |
Carrot Top and Father White |
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Seymore and Father White |
Avis Fleckenstein and Father White |
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A Potter's Visit |
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The Health Ministry, under the direction of Carol O'Neill, Parish Nurse, presented one of its inspirational programs following the worship service on Sunday, February 17. Potter Ray Boswell made a return visit. His gifts are exceptional and his sharing of spiritual connection with creation of a vessel on the potter's wheel was enjoyed by all who attended. It was truly a hands-on experience as many joined in by making objects out of clay. A light lunch of soup and sandwiches was served following the presentation. |
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Ray Boswell at the potter's wheel
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A view of the audience watching the potter
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Helen Thoman Honored The Health Ministry organized by Carol O'Neill, Parish Nurse, has been an effective ministry at Old Paramus for many years. The committee assisting with this program is called the Health Cabinet. Helen Thoman as been part of the Cabinet from its inception. Now living in the Holland Home, she has decided to step down from her position on the Cabinet. On Sunday, January 20, Helen was given a tribute for her years of service. Rev. Marsden presented her with a plaque honoring her years of service, and Wilma Egg, also a member of the Cabinet, presented her with a bouquet of flowers. Mrs. Thoman was additionally honored and surprised by having many members of her family attend the service. To say that she was overwhelmed by all the attention would be an understatement. During the presentation she was heard to say to her family members, " Did you know about all of this?" They obviously did as they and the congregation applauded her contributions over the years. We wish her well, and would not be surprised if she continued to contribute to the welfare of members of the congregation in whatever way she could be of support. Congratulations, Helen, for your years of service. |
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After receiving a tribute and plaque from Rev. Marsden,
Helen Thoman turned to receive a bouquet of flowers from Wilma Egg |
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Old Paramus Reformed Church is a part of the Reformed Church in America, the oldest Protestant denomination with a continuous ministry in America. It was founded in 1628, and worship services have been held every week since that time. The Reformed Church Home traces its roots to 1902 when the Bethany Home for the Aged was formed in Irvington, NJ. The Reformed Church acquired the Home in 1951. It provides a place for those who need alternative levels of care in their daily living. The Reformed Church Home is dedicated to the service of God and the care of His people by providing a broad continuum of quality residential alternatives and services designed to enhance the independence, dignity and privacy of its residents through God's love, spiritual, social, recreational, and physical programs. The Home hires and trains a compassionate and talented staff that understands our mission and makes every attempt to give a warm and comfortable feeling to our residents. Much of the information above came from the website of the Reformed Church Home. If you would like to know more about the Home, visit its website at the following address: www.reformedchurchhome.com |
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