Posted on 04 Jul 2011
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Dear Friends,
There are two new books that came out this spring that caught my attention. One is called The Book of Awesome and the other The Book of Even More Awesome. In these books the author, Neil Pasricha, celebrates the simple pleasures of everyday living. Some awesome things he shares include: Being the first table called up for the dinner buffet at a wedding, the first shower you take after not showering for a really long time, waiters and waitresses who bring free refills without asking, the smell of crayons, when there‘s still time left in the parking meter when you pull up, wearing underwear just out of the dryer, getting gas just before the price goes up, and one of my favorites, waking up before your alarm clock and realizing you’ve got lots of sleep time left.
It is these little things in life . . . things that sometimes we take for granted or don‘t stop long enough to appreciate. . . that are truly awesome.
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Posted on 30 Jun 2011
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An alternative plan for Chelten Plaza
The Germantown Community Connection (GCC) seems to have found itself in the midst of a crisis as it deliberates its position regarding the proposed Chelten Plaza development on the former Fresh Grocer site at Chelten and Pulaski. I’ve been told the word for “crisis” in a particular dialect of Chinese is the combination of the words meaning “danger” and “opportunity.” Although I don’t know if this is true linguistically, I believe it is an accurate description of GCC’s situation.
How GCC got involved
When it was learned the Fresh Grocer would be closing and developer Pat Burns intended to bring the Sav-a-Lot (currently on Wayne Ave.) to Chelten Plaza along with a Dollar Tree, GCC was instrumental in engaging the developer and his partners to voice the opposition of a segment of the community to the proposal.
Read the full article on Newsworks.org here
Posted on 27 Jun 2011
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“Now the whole group of those who believed were of one heart and soul…” Acts 4:12
Reverend Nancy is such a cheerleader of the ministries and mission of the First Presbyterian Church in Germantown (FPCG) that we‘re used to seeing our monthly newsletter filled with a treasure trove of upcoming opportunities for us to participate in FPCG programs. These opportunities are wonderful ways to grow in our Christian faith and to put that faith into actions consistent with Christ‘s Great Commission that we go and make disciples in His name. (Matthew 28:19)
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Posted on 20 Jun 2011
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by Jean Swenson
On Sundays, you will usually find Pernell and Myrtle Jackson sitting in the fourth pew on the west side of the sanctuary. You’ll recognize Pernell Jackson by the twinkle in his eye and his quick wit that keeps you guessing and Myrtle Jackson by her gentle smile.
Myrtle grew up in Bethel Presbyterian Church and Pernell in the Baptist church in Philadelphia. Myrtle and Pernell attended the First Presbyterian Church in Germantown for a number of years before Pernell joined in 1999 and Myrtle in 2000. They credit Viola Bethea for her quiet persistence in encouraging them to become members. For years Pernell was a faithful member of the Sunday morning Bible class.
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Posted on 06 Jun 2011
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Reverend Kevin Porter was recently recognized at the 22nd Annual Assembly of the Neighborhood Interfaith Movement (NIM).
We are so proud of Rev. Kevin and all the invaluable work he does in making Germantown a stronger, safer, and more vibrant community. 
A large group of FPCG members were present at the event. Thanks to all who came out to show your support!
