Last Sunday, following worship, the congregation elected Jeff Binns, Lisa Blaustone, Chelsea Glaspie, Jon Loudermilk, and Tom Tozer to serve on the Pastor Nominating Committee. We thank each of them for their willingness to serve on this important committee and we will be keeping them, and the person who God is preparing to call as the next installed pastor of Priest Lake Presbyterian Church, in our prayers. Our church’s liaison from the presbytery’s Commission on Ministry, Mickey Stueck, will be training the PNC as well as offering support and encouragement along the way. God is good – all the time!
We will honor
David
October 12, 2025
after worship service
Biblical Roots
The idea of honoring spiritual leaders dates back to the Apostle Paul. In his letters to early Christian churches, Paul encouraged believers to give “double honor” to those who preach and teach (1 Timothy 5:17) and to hold them “in the highest regard in love because of their work” (1 Thessalonians 5:12-13).
The idea of honoring spiritual leaders dates back to the Apostle Paul. In his letters to early Christian churches, Paul encouraged believers to give “double honor” to those who preach and teach (1 Timothy 5:17) and to hold them “in the highest regard in love because of their work” (1 Thessalonians 5:12-13).
October is
Pastor Appreciation month
Purpose
The month is meant to:
Affirm the spiritual and emotional labor pastors carry.
Counter burnout and isolation.
Strengthen the bond between pastors and their congregations.
Encourage ongoing support and gratitude throughout the year.
The month is meant to:
Affirm the spiritual and emotional labor pastors carry.
Counter burnout and isolation.
Strengthen the bond between pastors and their congregations.
Encourage ongoing support and gratitude throughout the year.
We will honor
Pastor Ray
October 19, 2025
After Worship Service
Modern Origins
The formal observance began in 1992, when the Christian organization Focus on the Family launched Clergy Appreciation Month to encourage congregations to recognize and support their pastors. They designated October as the month for this celebration and suggested the second Sunday of October as Pastor Appreciation Day.
The formal observance began in 1992, when the Christian organization Focus on the Family launched Clergy Appreciation Month to encourage congregations to recognize and support their pastors. They designated October as the month for this celebration and suggested the second Sunday of October as Pastor Appreciation Day.
October 14, 2025
Join us for a time of fellowship, food, and connection at our monthly Come to the Table lunch.
Held on the second Tuesday of each month, this gathering is open to everyone—
a place where all are welcome and every seat matters.
To help us prepare, RSVP is kindly requested.
Whether you're a longtime member or visiting for the first time, we’d love to have you join us around the table.
The Menu for October 14th is Poppy Chicken Casserole, Green Salad, Biscuits, and Dessert.
You may sign up in the Narthex or click the link.
Hope to see you there!
Held on the second Tuesday of each month, this gathering is open to everyone—
a place where all are welcome and every seat matters.
To help us prepare, RSVP is kindly requested.
Whether you're a longtime member or visiting for the first time, we’d love to have you join us around the table.
The Menu for October 14th is Poppy Chicken Casserole, Green Salad, Biscuits, and Dessert.
You may sign up in the Narthex or click the link.
Hope to see you there!
Need a mid-week lift?
Join us this Wednesday, October 15 at 6:15 p.m. in the sanctuary for our new Prayer and Praise service.
It’s a time to pause, reflect, and recharge your spirit in the middle of a busy week.
Whether you’re seeking peace, encouragement, or just a quiet moment with God, this gathering is for you.
Want to know more? Reach out to Emily Hale or Natalie Inman—they’d love to share details!
It’s a time to pause, reflect, and recharge your spirit in the middle of a busy week.
Whether you’re seeking peace, encouragement, or just a quiet moment with God, this gathering is for you.
Want to know more? Reach out to Emily Hale or Natalie Inman—they’d love to share details!
Saturday October 18th at 9:00 AM
The men of Priest Lake Presbyterian Church gather for a hearty breakfast and meaningful fellowship. It’s a relaxed, welcoming space to share stories, strengthen friendships, and enjoy good food around the table. Whether you're a longtime member or just stopping by, this monthly gathering offers a chance to connect, reflect, and start the weekend with purpose. All men are welcome—come hungry and leave encouraged.
SECURITY
by Dave Nock
As we have mentioned in past discussions – we are working on emergency planning and security for the church, the congregation and security topics. As we have seen, security for religious facilities has been a concern for a number of years. We do not want Priest Lake to be among the statistics.
There are six steps that can help protect places of worship against potential threats of targeted violence in a cost-effective manner that maintains an open and welcoming environment.
Priest Lake is known for its welcoming congregation, and we do not wish that to change. To ensure that this continues we have to plan and implement measures that will help that desire to continue.
The six steps are:
What are we doing? One of the aspects of understanding risk is situational awareness. To that end we are discussing adding security cameras around the PLPC campus. We have some, but it needs to be improved. In the coming weeks you will see more cameras. This will help address the risk and help us have a better understanding of the PLPC space.
The Bible addresses security in profound and multifaceted way. It spans physical protection, emotional peace, and spiritual assurance. The Psalms frequently portray God as a refuge and fortress. Psalm 91 opens with, “He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty”. Paul urges believers to “put on the full armor of God” (Ephesians 6:10–18), emphasizing spiritual vigilance and divine strength.
There are six steps that can help protect places of worship against potential threats of targeted violence in a cost-effective manner that maintains an open and welcoming environment.
Priest Lake is known for its welcoming congregation, and we do not wish that to change. To ensure that this continues we have to plan and implement measures that will help that desire to continue.
The six steps are:
1. Understand the risk – We are going to be working with Law Enforcement to have a better understanding of the PLPC risk and we will be conducting a self-assessment.
2. Understand your space – The team is reviewing the current plan for updates and improvements.
3. Develop and practice a plan – While we have a plan, we need to update it and then practice.
4. Inform and educate greeters –We have unofficial greeters; we need to make this a more formal process and conduct training.
5. Pursue grants –This will be more effective if done through the presbytery. I plan to help with that.
6. Report hate crimes and other incidents – bottom line – If you see something – say something.
What are we doing? One of the aspects of understanding risk is situational awareness. To that end we are discussing adding security cameras around the PLPC campus. We have some, but it needs to be improved. In the coming weeks you will see more cameras. This will help address the risk and help us have a better understanding of the PLPC space.
The Bible addresses security in profound and multifaceted way. It spans physical protection, emotional peace, and spiritual assurance. The Psalms frequently portray God as a refuge and fortress. Psalm 91 opens with, “He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty”. Paul urges believers to “put on the full armor of God” (Ephesians 6:10–18), emphasizing spiritual vigilance and divine strength.
Well friends, it’s that time again—the last Sunday in October, when we gather at the site of the old log cabin for our annual bonfire. Come about an hour before sunset, and you’ll find the fire pit glowing, hot dogs roasting, and s’mores ready to be toasted. It’s a family-friendly evening filled with laughter, stories, and the kind of fellowship that warms the heart as much as the fire warms your hands. Bring a chair, bring a friend, and let’s make some memories together.
LOOKING FOR SOME CRAFT FUN FOR CHRISTMAS GIFTS?
Want to try your hand making 2 glass candles? We had fun last year!!!
Christmas-colored sand will be available.
- Saturday class on Nov. 8th @ 10:00am. The candle sizes are a pair of champagne flutes or a pair of wine glasses – you can choose at the class! Sign-up sheet posted in the church hallway Oct. 1st.
- Deadline for the Nov. 8th class will be Sunday, Nov. 2nd. So, first-come-first-served!! Our instructor, Betty Jean (same as last year) is confirmed.
- There is a max of 12 people per class.
- Cost for 2 candles is $25 (cash needed to pay the teacher that day). Attendees should pay me in advance to assure their place, as Betty Jean is providing all the supplies.
- Wear old clothes to protect your good stuff!
- I will have coffee/coffee cake available (my treat!).
Kathy Turk 615.594.5118
