Monthly Rescue Mission Trip Needs Persons and Cookies

The Rescue Mission trip is this Wednesday November 4, 2009. The van leaves from the church at 4:25 pm and travels to the mission in Youngstown. Please sign up as seating is limited to 10 persons.

Anyone willing to supply a dozen or more cookies should contact Fran Wilkin.

Next Kid's Movie Night Scheduled

The next 5th & 6th grade movie night will be held on Friday November 13, 2009 at the Johnson’s home. Join together at 5:30 pm for dinner, a movie, and a Bible Study based on what was watched.

Come On -- Ring That Bell (UPDATED)

The Salvation Army is getting ready for their annual Christmas Kettle Drive. 100% of the money collected in the kettles goes directly toward providing services to our local community. Our church is slotted for Saturday December 5, 2009 from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm at the Greenville Wal-Mart Food Entrance. If you are interested in volunteering to "Ring the Bell" for the Salvation Army, please sign up. Two persons are required for each hour.

UPDATE: There still are a few slots available for bell ringers. Please sign up to help fill our 12 hour commitment.

Quarterly Congregational Meeting (UPDATED)

Our quarterly congregational meeting will be Thursday October 29, 2009 at 7:00 pm. This is an important function of our church body. We will be discussing the budget proposal and voting on several leadership positions.

UPDATE: With 53 members present, Rich Ehrhart, Jack Knauff, and Frank Weese were voted in another term as Deacons, Will Hamilton was elected to another term as Building Superintendent, Sue Preston was reconfirmed as Treasurer, and the proposed 2010 Budget was approved.

Chili Dinner Scheduled

As the air gets chilly, it's time for chili. We are having a chili dinner after church on Sunday October 18, 2009. The chili will be provided, so bring a favorite side dish and have a great bowl of fellowship.

Joint Leadership Conference Coming

Our church, along with Central Community and Lakeside, will be hosting an Elder/Leadership Conference on Friday evening October 9 and Saturday morning October 10, 2009. The elders of those churches will be meeting at Lakeside during those times, and there will be a special session on Saturday for the elders’ wives. Pastor Randy Pizzino from Trinity Baptist Church in Roanoke, Virginia, will be the speaker. His wife, Julie, will be addressing the wives. If any men in the church aspire to the office of elder and would like to attend these sessions, you are more than welcome.

See one of the elders for more information.

Divine Delay in Concert to Benefit The Good Shepherd Center

A concert will be held on Sunday September 27, 2009 to benefit The Good Shepherd Center of Greenville. It will begin at 6:00 pm at St. Clement's Episcopal Church and will feature Divine Delay. They will bring the music for the evening and refreshments will follow. A love-offering will be taken.

Those attending are also asked to bring a non-perishable, canned protein food.

Annual Quilt Fair Coming Soon, Donations Welcome

Ladies Aid will be holding their annual Quilt Fair at the church on Friday October 9, 2009 and are seeking donations of craft items and baked goods for the event. All items can be brought to the church by Thursday October 8, 2009. Also, please remember to bring your quilts to display.

Ladies Bible Study Set to Resume

The Ladies Bible Study will resume meeting weekly on Wednesday September 16, 2009 at 10:00 am. We will continue with our study from the book Her Name Is Woman by Gien Karssen.

Next Women's Ministry Meeting Moved to September 15, 2009 (UPDATED)

Due to the holiday week and several other activities, the September meeting of the Women's Ministry had been rescheduled for Tuesday September 15, 2009 at 7:00 pm. All women of the congregation are invited to participate.

Update: Hosted by Lorretta Ball and Jeanne Ball, the theme will be "Grandparents' Day". All ladies are invited whether they are grandmothers or not. Please bring pictures of grandchildren for the “Bragging Table.” The meeting will include a devotional, food, and fun.

Contact Cyndi Sankey for more information.

Greenville Version of The Amazing Race

The 2nd annual Amazing Race is going to be held on Sunday October 11, 2009 from 2:30-8:30 pm. The event will start at the New Beginnings Christian Church and finish at Crossroads with dinner, worship, and a great speaker. Students in grades 7-12 are eligible to register in teams of four. Please encourage your friends from outside the church as this event is designed for lots of fun as well as outreach.

Please contact Martha Johnson for more information.

Note that adult helpers are needed to make this day successful.

Kid's Movie Night is Back!

Students in grades 5-6 are invited monthly to share a meal, watch a movie, and then participate in a Bible study that reflects a biblical view of the movie's content.

Hosted by Marty and Martha Johnson, this month's movie will be "Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium" on Friday September 18, 2009 from 5:30-8:30 pm. See the Johnsons for more information.

Youth Group Kicking Off for the Year

The new year of Youth Group will be resuming Sunday September 13, 2009. This is open to all students in grades 7-12. We will be having pizza and brainstorming about the upcoming year.

The meeting will be held at Fresh Grounds for 5:45-7:15 pm. Contact Martha Johnson for more information.

Dinner and Concert at Campground

During the church camping weekend September 11-13, 2009, there will be a Potluck Dinner on Saturday evening at 6:00 pm followed by a special concert from Divine Delay at 7:00 pm. Everyone is invited, regardless whether you are camping or not. Please bring a covered dish of your favorite food to share. Place settings will be provided. The campsite is at Pymatuning State Park in Andover, OH.

Results of Shoe Collection Project

A special mission focus of the Family Bible School was to collect new shoes for distribution to at-risk children in the United States and to orphans in 55 countries around the world as administered by Shoes for Orphan Souls. Millions of children do not have decent shoes every day.

We collected a total of 73 pairs of shoes and 25 pairs of socks! Thank you for your support of the project.

Outdoorsmen: Shopping Trip Planned

"Outdoorsmen" and "Shopping Trip" are not two phrases usually found in the same sentence. Still, we are planning a trip to Cabela's in Wheeling, WV for Saturday September 26, 2009. The times have not yet been finalized, but we probably will be leaving early, having breakfast, visiting the store, lunch, and home by late afternoon. Cabela's has much more to offer than just hunting and fishing supplies. Please sign up if you are interested. See Frank Weese or Todd Jaussen if you have any questions.

Men's Retreat at The Castle

The local Men of Vision chapter is gathering with other area chapters for a weekend retreat at The Castle near Franklin, PA. This event on September 11-12, 2009 will be a time of fellowship, fun, games, golf, food, and other activities. See Ray Shingler for more information.

Can You Sing? New Choir Season is Forming (UPDATED)

On Sunday August 30, 2009 there will be a meeting after the worship service for anyone interested in joining the choir.

Weekly choir practice will resume Thursday September 3, 2009 at 6:30 pm.

Contact Debbie Weese for more information.

New Sunday Evening Study Series Announced

Our next Sunday evening Bible Study series led by Pastor Todd Jaussen will begin September 6, 2009 at 6:00 pm. This fall we will start with an 8-week study called "Deepening Our Understanding of the Bible". We will look at two things: first we will give an overview of the whole Bible so that we will understand the different books and what they teach; secondly we will find and follow the one story of the Bible from Genesis to Revelation. Hope to see you there. And bring your Bible...

Three New Sunday School Classes to Start (UPDATED)

The new Sunday School quarter begins on September 6, 2009 and three new classes for adults are scheduled. We hope you can join one of the classes or any of the others being offered.

"Systematic Theology" will be led by Pastor Todd Jaussen. This will be a deeper look at the doctrines of the Bible. It will be a serious study of theology and class members will have reading assignments for throughout the week to be prepared for the class. The student does not need a vast academic background, just a hunger to know the things of God at a deeper and more glorious level. Here is a link to a preview of the book that will be used: Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine by Wayne A. Grudem.

"Returning to Holiness" will follow the guideline of Romans 12:1 “Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God—this is your spiritual act of worship.” How can we fulfill this Scripture in our lives? Here is a study that will help us dig deep into our spiritual lives to reveal the sins we sometimes overlook. These sins can rob us of the peace that godly living produces. This will be a challenging, yet rewarding class taught by Gary Meikle.

Marty and Martha Johnson will be overseeing "The Coffeehouse Gospel". This class will read and discuss the book of the same name by Matthew Paul Turner. This book explores ways in which we can use our personal life stories naturally, in conversation, to share Christ with others. Chapters cover topics such as selflessness, listening through conversation, and engaging your world. This book seeks to empower Christians to engage others in meaningful and purposeful conversation. Here is a link to a preview of the book: The Coffeehouse Gospel: Sharing Your Faith In Everyday Conversation by Matthew Turner.