This coming Sunday is Transfiguration Sunday in the liturgical calendar. Our worship service this Sunday will be led by ruling elder Thywill Amenya. Thank you, Thywill! Transfiguration Sunday precedes the beginning of Lent, the season of preparation which will lead us to the celebration of the resurrection of Christ on Easter Sunday, April 5. Lent includes the forty days, not including Sundays, before Easter. The first day of Lent is Ash Wednesday, February 18 this year.
Our church will be having an
Ash Wednesday worship service, beginning at 6:30 p.m., on Wednesday, February 18.
Through liturgy, prayer, scripture, a short message, and hymns, the half-hour service will culminate in the imposition of ashes, which I am honored to lead. We have come a long way in our nine-month (so far) journey, as I’ve served as your transitional pastor. I am thankful we can now journey together through the season of Lent. I hope you can join us for our Ash Wednesday worship service.
Ash Wednesday worship service, beginning at 6:30 p.m., on Wednesday, February 18.
Through liturgy, prayer, scripture, a short message, and hymns, the half-hour service will culminate in the imposition of ashes, which I am honored to lead. We have come a long way in our nine-month (so far) journey, as I’ve served as your transitional pastor. I am thankful we can now journey together through the season of Lent. I hope you can join us for our Ash Wednesday worship service.
Valentines
by Dave Nock
What is Valentines Day? Why do we have a Valentines Day? It is a blend of history and modern custom. It has become a way to show meaningful affection, and love in a symbolic way. Unfortunately, the marketing and business side of things has made it a commercialized adventure, and we have lost some of the original intent.
So why does it matter? Even in a busy, distracted world, Valentine’s Day nudges people to pause and say, “You matter to me.” It’s less about commercial gifts and more about intentional connection. Whether you go all out with jewelry, or something big and elaborate, or a simple card. Show that your loved one’s matter to you.
St. Valentines is known for compassion and sacrificial love. The romantic connection evolved from the Middle Ages in Europe to the traditional day we now recognize as Valentines Day. But why is it 14 February? As with a lot of things, we blended the Roman and Catholic Church calendars. St. Valentines was originally a feast. It was placed in mid- Fedurary on the Catholic calendar. The Romans had a mid-February feast related to fertility and the coming of spring. Another connection is related to Geoffery Chaucer’s The Canterbury Tales. Chaucer notes that in mid-February the birds begin pairing off.
From Ecclesiastes 4 verse 9 and 10, “Two are better than one, for if either falls, the other can help them up. For if they fail, one will lift the other, but woe to one who is alone and falls and does not have another to help.”
If you choose to mark Valentines Day, celebrate with and recognize those that matter to you. And help one another.
So why does it matter? Even in a busy, distracted world, Valentine’s Day nudges people to pause and say, “You matter to me.” It’s less about commercial gifts and more about intentional connection. Whether you go all out with jewelry, or something big and elaborate, or a simple card. Show that your loved one’s matter to you.
St. Valentines is known for compassion and sacrificial love. The romantic connection evolved from the Middle Ages in Europe to the traditional day we now recognize as Valentines Day. But why is it 14 February? As with a lot of things, we blended the Roman and Catholic Church calendars. St. Valentines was originally a feast. It was placed in mid- Fedurary on the Catholic calendar. The Romans had a mid-February feast related to fertility and the coming of spring. Another connection is related to Geoffery Chaucer’s The Canterbury Tales. Chaucer notes that in mid-February the birds begin pairing off.
From Ecclesiastes 4 verse 9 and 10, “Two are better than one, for if either falls, the other can help them up. For if they fail, one will lift the other, but woe to one who is alone and falls and does not have another to help.”
If you choose to mark Valentines Day, celebrate with and recognize those that matter to you. And help one another.
Women’s Bible Study
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
5:30 – 6:45 PM
Questions Jesus Asked by Magrey Devega
Chapter 4 Pages 67 - 90
What do we live for?
God is calling us to take our cross, follow Jesus, and discover the truest, fullest life that God intends for us.
Chapter 4 Pages 67 - 90
What do we live for?
God is calling us to take our cross, follow Jesus, and discover the truest, fullest life that God intends for us.
All ladies are welcome to join us at any time. We meet on the first and third Wednesday of each month.
The side door by the ramp is unlocked by 5:15. There is always some chit chat and hugs as people arrive and by 5:30 we settle in with our prayer requests. We keep these prayer requests confidential, and we don’t discuss them with our friends or family. I write a summary of the requests and share them in an email only to the people who were in that room at that time. A written summary is intended to help us remember our stepsisters in our daily prayers.
By 6:00 we turn our attention to the book that we’re reading. It’s a time to share our insights, questions, things we like, and things we might disagree with. You are welcome to come even if you haven’t read the current chapter of the book.
At 6:45 we close with a group prayer, lifting up the prayer requests shared at the beginning.
The side door by the ramp is unlocked by 5:15. There is always some chit chat and hugs as people arrive and by 5:30 we settle in with our prayer requests. We keep these prayer requests confidential, and we don’t discuss them with our friends or family. I write a summary of the requests and share them in an email only to the people who were in that room at that time. A written summary is intended to help us remember our stepsisters in our daily prayers.
By 6:00 we turn our attention to the book that we’re reading. It’s a time to share our insights, questions, things we like, and things we might disagree with. You are welcome to come even if you haven’t read the current chapter of the book.
At 6:45 we close with a group prayer, lifting up the prayer requests shared at the beginning.
A BIG THANK YOU!
Thank you all for your generous contributions of food items and financial support for the Souper Bowl of Caring offering last Sunday. Your gifts of food items have helped to keep the shelves of our Blessing Box filled. Your financial gifts, totaling $429, have been forwarded to The Branch. The staff at The Branch extends its gratitude to PLPC for its generous financial support along with its appreciation for the PLPC members who volunteer their time at The Branch.
Women's Retreat Reschedule
February 21-22, 2026
Hopefully we have all weathered the ice storm and we have resumed our normal routines and schedules. Ice storm, Fern caused us to postpone our annual women’s retreat with our new dates of February 21-22. We have to start over with our RSVP routines because some of us that were planning to attend in January now have schedule conflicts; likewise, some who were not able to attend in January can make plans to join us on February 21-22
Join the women of Priest Lake Presbyterian Church for our annual Women’s Retreat at Camp Widjiwagan, 3088 Smith Springs Road, Antioch, TN 37013. Registration starts at 8:30 AM on Saturday, February 21, with the retreat ending at noon on Sunday, February 22. The program includes icebreakers, scripture studies on key Biblical women, small group discussions, meals, crafts, games, walks, and a closing worship service. Attend as your schedule allows—$50 for one or both days or $80 with overnight accommodation. We look forward to this time of fellowship and spiritual growth.
Please RSVP by February 14 using the attached registration form. I hope to see you there.
FAQ:
What to wear? Casual weekend attire, please be comfortable.
What about food? Meals are provided, but we welcome desserts and snacks
What to bring? Overnight accommodations are minimal. Plan to have one or two roommates. There are twin size beds with sheets, a pillow, and a blanket. Some of us bring our favorite pillow and quilt with us.
How many people generally attend? We usually have 20-25 women on the first day with 10-12 women staying overnight. Other questions? Please contact Maureen Meyer m-myr@live.com or 615-974-610
Join the women of Priest Lake Presbyterian Church for our annual Women’s Retreat at Camp Widjiwagan, 3088 Smith Springs Road, Antioch, TN 37013. Registration starts at 8:30 AM on Saturday, February 21, with the retreat ending at noon on Sunday, February 22. The program includes icebreakers, scripture studies on key Biblical women, small group discussions, meals, crafts, games, walks, and a closing worship service. Attend as your schedule allows—$50 for one or both days or $80 with overnight accommodation. We look forward to this time of fellowship and spiritual growth.
Please RSVP by February 14 using the attached registration form. I hope to see you there.
FAQ:
What to wear? Casual weekend attire, please be comfortable.
What about food? Meals are provided, but we welcome desserts and snacks
What to bring? Overnight accommodations are minimal. Plan to have one or two roommates. There are twin size beds with sheets, a pillow, and a blanket. Some of us bring our favorite pillow and quilt with us.
How many people generally attend? We usually have 20-25 women on the first day with 10-12 women staying overnight. Other questions? Please contact Maureen Meyer m-myr@live.com or 615-974-610
"We will be doing a very neat craft at the retreat on Saturday afternoon."
We will be making a design from costume jewelry pieces -- this can include brooches, earrings, bracelets, necklaces, pendants. Do you have old things you will never wear again? Or broken jewelry pieces? Earrings that you lost the mate to? Nothing of monetary value, but things of sentimental value. Feel free to make yourself a bag full of what you want to use for your design. If you have extra pieces to share, please bring those too.
While I have many pieces to bring and share, I don't have enough for all of us. I am bringing an example of what I made for Savannah (my daughter) that has pieces from almost all of her female relatives - including two grandmothers who have passed.
It would be very helpful if some of you could bring wire cutters. ( Label them with your name!!!)
Please reach out to me via text (615-939-2717) or email if you have any questions. I am so looking forward to our time together. "
Nancy L Loudermilk
nloudermilk60@gmail.com
Clear the clutter and give back!
1 - Put it on the calendar
2 - Start "Spring Cleaning"
3 - Bring it to Compton's
March 14th
9am - noon
On March 14 from 9 am - noon Compton's Foodland will host the District 29 "Clear the Clutter and Give Back!" day.
Got bulk trash? Piles of papers to shred? Old clothes ready for a new home?
Here's what's happening:
Got bulk trash? Piles of papers to shred? Old clothes ready for a new home?
Here's what's happening:
- Free Bulk Trash Drop-Off - Clear out oversized junk items
- Free Document Shredding - Protect your information and declutter
- Clothing Donations to ThriftSmart - Give gently used clothes a second life