My sermon themes for the month of November will be focused on spiritual resources, which we’re all prone to overlook. During this season of pastoral transition for the congregation, as we faithfully follow the Presbyterian process for such changes of leadership, it is important for us also to reach into our spiritual toolbox for the timely essentials. Prayer, worship, scripture, trust in God and in one another, encouragement, and forgiveness are some of our go-to’s, through thick and thin. Don’t leave home without them!
For this coming Sunday, we’ll read Matthew 6:25-34 and Genesis 18:1-15, reflecting on the permanence and reliability of God’s promises. Even as we wait. Even as we face our own limited abilities. Yet what wonders our faith in Jesus has, does, and will provide!. No matter if we’re old (or very old like Abraham and Sarah). No matter if we worry or stress. No matter anything. Abundant life is present wherever Jesus is trusted. See you Sunday!
For this coming Sunday, we’ll read Matthew 6:25-34 and Genesis 18:1-15, reflecting on the permanence and reliability of God’s promises. Even as we wait. Even as we face our own limited abilities. Yet what wonders our faith in Jesus has, does, and will provide!. No matter if we’re old (or very old like Abraham and Sarah). No matter if we worry or stress. No matter anything. Abundant life is present wherever Jesus is trusted. See you Sunday!
Sunday November 9, Is food for thought sunday. Please remember the blessing box when you are grocery shopping this week
The Need is Greater than Ever
Living Generously - 2026 Stewardship Update
Session will meet This Sunday (11/09)
to finalize the 2026 budget.
If you have not submitted
your 2026 Pledge
please do so as soon as possible.
Need a mid-week lift?
Join us every Wednesday 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!
Communication
by Dave Nock
What is communication? One of the hardest topics to address. We as humans have a very hard time communicating. Couples have a hard time communicating. Let’s first define communications, the process of exchanging information, ideas, or emotions between individuals or groups through a shared system of symbols, signs, or behavior. This includes verbal, nonverbal, and written forms. Now that we have defined it – let’s move on.
On top of that English is one of the hardest languages to use. For example – the word love. I love pizza, blue sky and sunshine. I love jazz. The Greeks have seven words that translate into “love”. English has only one. We just have a hard time talking, then listening and understanding each other.
In my classes I discuss information and intelligence. We gather information. The information may be useless until we run it through some analysis process that makes it valuable and useful. This transition makes it intelligence. Or what I call actionable intelligence. Something we can use. Many times, we hear stuff that has limited usefulness. You ask yourself – “Why do I need to know that?”. In this day and age, we are inundated with useless noise, useless information (thank you internet). We are missing the analysis and conversion to intelligence thus making things that are useful for us.
There is a phrase, “timely and accurate”. Communication must be timely and accurate in order for us to process it for ourselves and do something with information. We hear useless misinformation, false information and deliberately made-up information that impacts this noise. If we do not process it, analyze it, then we have incorrect information. It is important for us to process this noise; analyze the information and translate it into something we can use; that makes sense to us.
In emergency management communication is important. If you want the public to do something – you have to tell them. God has done the same. He has told us. Biblical communication emphasizes listening, speaking with grace, and using words to build others up. Scripture consistently links communication to wisdom, love, and spiritual maturity. Here are some thoughts:
Be quick to listen, slow to speak
James 1:19 urges believers to prioritize listening overreacting, fostering understanding and reducing conflict.
Speak with grace and purpose
Ephesians 4:29 teaches that words should build others up and offer grace to listeners, avoiding harmful or careless speech.
On top of that English is one of the hardest languages to use. For example – the word love. I love pizza, blue sky and sunshine. I love jazz. The Greeks have seven words that translate into “love”. English has only one. We just have a hard time talking, then listening and understanding each other.
In my classes I discuss information and intelligence. We gather information. The information may be useless until we run it through some analysis process that makes it valuable and useful. This transition makes it intelligence. Or what I call actionable intelligence. Something we can use. Many times, we hear stuff that has limited usefulness. You ask yourself – “Why do I need to know that?”. In this day and age, we are inundated with useless noise, useless information (thank you internet). We are missing the analysis and conversion to intelligence thus making things that are useful for us.
There is a phrase, “timely and accurate”. Communication must be timely and accurate in order for us to process it for ourselves and do something with information. We hear useless misinformation, false information and deliberately made-up information that impacts this noise. If we do not process it, analyze it, then we have incorrect information. It is important for us to process this noise; analyze the information and translate it into something we can use; that makes sense to us.
In emergency management communication is important. If you want the public to do something – you have to tell them. God has done the same. He has told us. Biblical communication emphasizes listening, speaking with grace, and using words to build others up. Scripture consistently links communication to wisdom, love, and spiritual maturity. Here are some thoughts:
Be quick to listen, slow to speak
James 1:19 urges believers to prioritize listening overreacting, fostering understanding and reducing conflict.
Speak with grace and purpose
Ephesians 4:29 teaches that words should build others up and offer grace to listeners, avoiding harmful or careless speech.
November 11, 2025
Gather with us for a comforting, seasonal meal full of warmth and flavor:
You may sign up by clicking on the link below or at the table in the Narthex
- Coffee-rubbed, slow-roasted pulled pork – tender and infused with a rich, smoky spice blend prepared by Kathy Turk
- Creamy mashed potatoes – buttery and smooth from Chef Bobby
- Seasonal vegetables – a colorful mix of Brussels sprouts and butternut squash, prepared with by Wendy Yarnall
- Dinner rolls – soft, golden, and ready to complement every bite
- and to finish it off Classic banana pudding – made by none other than Wendy!
You may sign up by clicking on the link below or at the table in the Narthex
DO YOU WANNA ROCK?
On Sunday 11/16/25, immediately after Worship,
the Take 5 Sunday school class (20-40-ish age class)
will be hosting a rock painting party.
We plan to paint BRIGHT and COLORFUL rocks with a QR code on the bottom that directs people to the PLPC online app. As you know, the PLPC App contains a great deal of information about our church, including SS and Worship start dates. Once the rocks are painted and appropriately sealed, we will scatter the rocks around the PLPC area and in other spots near the church. Our hope is to find some rock curious folks who might be looking for a church home. We are also looking at this to promote some intergenerational activity among our church family. The plan on the 16th will be for all participating to chip in on pizza for lunch. Nothing fancy!
This is for ALL AGES!!!!! We will be done by 1:30 pm. More info will follow during church on 11/9/25 and next week.
If you have questions, feel free to reach out to anyone in the Take 5 Sunday School class!
They give us FREE money!
Kroger Community Rewards = FREE Money for PLPC!
Supporting Priest Lake Presbyterian has never been easier! Every time you shop at Kroger, they’ll donate to PLPC—at no extra cost to you.
Here’s how:
Supporting Priest Lake Presbyterian has never been easier! Every time you shop at Kroger, they’ll donate to PLPC—at no extra cost to you.
Here’s how:
- Link your Kroger Shopper’s Card to your digital account.
- Select Priest Lake Presbyterian Church (The Church's code is PC816) as your organization.
- Shop and swipe your card—Kroger does the rest!
