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December 22, 2024

Welcome friends and visitors!

Did you check out the Bethlehem stable scene on the back table this morning? We thank Judy Fash for that beauty! Very nice set up! Thank you, Connie Schuler for the yummy Christmas turtles!

Today is the fourth Sunday of Advent. The Hippenhammer Family read the scriptures and lit the fourth candle, the Candle of Love.

Songs today were “Come On Ring Those Bells”, “Jesus, Oh What A Wonderful Child”, “Joyful, Joyful,” “Do You Hear What I Hear?”, “O Holy Night”, and “Angels We Have Heard on High”. The sermon, “It’s A Boy!” was delivered by Pastor Billy. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.

Sunday evening psychology class finished last week. Thank you, Pastor Billy for all the time and effort you invested to teach us! We had fun and learned lots!

Christmas Eve service is Tuesday, Dec. 24th at 5 pm. This is a peaceful candlelight service, so make plans to invite family and friends and join us. This lasts about an hour, so you will have plenty of time after service to enjoy your evening at home.

Several holiday plates, containers, and a variety of bowls on the lost and found table at the door have been unclaimed for weeks. Those have now been rehomed as today was the deadline for pick up.

Women’s Ministry Interest Sheets were included in your bulletin again today. Please fill them out, sign your name and drop them in the collection box next week.

January 11, 8 am women will meet at Penny’s home for prayer and devotional, and men will meet at the church for donuts and devotional with Pastor Bob.

Seniors Whilte Elephant Luncheon is Wednesday, January 15 at noon at the church. Kathy Felchlin can answer any questions about this fun event.

January 12th is our next Stone Soup Sunday potluck. If you are staying to eat, please sign up at the Connection Table to indicate how many seats to save and what you are bringing to share.

Pastor Billy’s 1st and 2nd Samuel Bible study is usually 6:30 pm Tuesday on his Face Book page, but Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve sessions are cancelled. If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube live videos and watch past studies from there. If you make an account there, you will be able to make live comments during the show. Check it out on January 7th.

Happy Birthday wishes to Bruce Smit on the 23rd and to Brenda Hajek and Jesus on the 25th!

Get well wishes to Peggy Walley-Rock after her eye surgery. Healing prayers for Kristen Hippenhammer who took a hard fall on ice this week! Bob Startz is out of the hospital and back in rehab in Orland Park.

Thanks for stopping in to read “What’s Happening”! Happy Christmas to all!

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December 15, 2024

Welcome friends and visitors! Thanks for venturing out in the gray and the drizzle.

Today is the third Sunday of Advent. The Lara Family read the scriptures and lit the third candle, the Candle of Joy.

Our songs were “Feliz Navidad”, “Joy to the World Unspeakable Joy”, “Joy In the House of the Lord”, “God With Us”, and “Even So Come”. Guest trumpeter/tambourine player was Carlos Lara. The sermon, “Prototype” was delivered by Pastor Billy. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.

After service was our annual Ugly Sweater contest, and we had some doozies! Prize winners were: Children: Avery Hippenhammer, Man: Phil Graniczny, Woman: Jamie Meskin, and Couple: Adam and Betsy Burnett! We also had a Christmas potluck featuring fried chicken with all the fixings. Autumn Hensle made balloon creations for the children. We appreciate all those who cooked, set up and cleaned up. What a fun morning!

There are several holiday plates, containers and a variety of bowls on the lost and found table at the door. These will be held for another week before donation, so claim what is yours.

Sunday evening psychology class is tonight at the church, and all are welcome. Topic is real lie detector demonstration with a cop and how people are able to fool the machine. 6:30 pm start. This is the final class!

“23” Group Christmas Party is Friday, Dec. 20th, 6:30 pm at the Knotts’ home. You are invited if you are in your late teens, 20s, or 30s. Be courteous and let them know how many people to expect.

Christmas Eve service is Tuesday, Dec. 24th at 5 pm. This is a popular and moving service, so make plans to invite family and friends and join us.

Pastor Billy’s 1st and 2nd Samuel Bible study is 6:30 pm Tuesday on his Face Book page. If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube live videos and watch past studies from there. If you make an account there, you will be able to make live comments during the show. Check it out!

Happy Birthday wishes to Pat Baker on the 17th and to Reagan Hippenhammer on the 19th! Phil Graniczny and Ellen Startz share a birthday on the 21st! Happy Belated to Debra Gossett!

Have a blessed day! Thanks for stopping in to read “What’s Happening”!

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December 8, 2024

Welcome back, friends!

Today is the second Sunday of Advent. Adam and Betsy Burnett read the scriptures and lit the second candle, the Candle of Peace.

Our songs were “Angels We Have Heard On High”, “Mary Did You Know”, “You Are Holy/Prince of Peace”, “O, Come All Ye Faithful”, and “Glory In the Highest”. The sermon, “Great Expectations” was delivered by Pastor Billy. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.

Women’s Christmas Party was Friday! Round of applause for our speaker, Penny Knott, our fearless leader, Brenda Hajek, our table hostesses, decorators, musicians, cooks, clean up crew, those who donated the fabulous prizes, and to our men who served that evening. To all who made this beautiful evening possible, we thank you!

If anybody found a plastic grocery bag full of Christmas neckties the night of the party, they should be returned to Bruce Smit.

Sunday evening free psychology class is tonight at the church, and all are welcome. Topic is “Images and Words That Control People”. 6:30 pm start. Only two classes left!

Small Group meets at the Hajek home in New Lenox this Thursday at 6:30 pm. Come for Bible study and snacks!

Men’s Donuts and Devotional is December 14th at the church at 8 am. All men are welcome. This is free.

Dec. 15th is our annual Ugly Sweater contest, so come strut your stuff and let’s make it fun! It is also potluck Sunday, and this time the church is providing fried chicken. We are asked to bring all the fixin’s. SIGN UP so we know how much chicken to order.

“23” Group Christmas Party is Friday, Dec. 20th, 6:30 pm at the Knotts’ home. You are invited if you are in your late teens, 20s, or 30s.

Christmas Eve service is Tuesday, Dec. 24th at 5 pm. This is a popular and moving service, so make plans to invite family and friends and join us.

Happy Birthday wishes to Freda Wolfenden and Happy 80th to Harvey “Frog Legs Ferguson”. Healing wishes for Penny Knott after her knee repair surgery. Get well wishes to Bob Startz back in Silver Cross Hospital.

Very special congratulations to Shelia Murphy’s family on an addition of a three-year old grandson this week. Proud parents are Nicole and Brandon Murphy from Indiana. Welcome to the family, Ryker Michael!

Thank you for the doughnuts, Van Kuiken family!

Have a blessed day! Thanks for stopping in to read “What’s Happening”!

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December 1, 2024

Welcome back, friends! We trust we all had a marvelous Thanksgiving as many of the saints waddled into service in their stretchy pants this morning! We hope you enjoyed your holiday and got some rest.

Wow! Isn’t the church gorgeous? Round of applause to the Fashs and their decorating team for volunteering Friday and Saturday to beautify the building! Thank you!

Today is the first Sunday of Advent. The Radtke Family read the scriptures and lit the first candle, the Candle of Hope.

Our songs were “Jingle Bells”, “Doxology”, “Thank You Jesus For the Blood”, “Blessed Be the Name”, “Let the Praises Ring”, and “Living Hope”. The sermon, “All I Want for Christmas” was delivered by Pastor Billy. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.

Thank you kindly for your generous donations for the community food pantry!

Women’s Christmas Party is Friday, Dec, 6th, at the church. $12 tickets are on sale from Heather Smith, and today is the final day to purchase. Event starts at 6 pm sharp, and doors open at 5:30pm. Table Hostesses will set up Thursday and early Friday.

Pastor Bob must hear from men who wish to serve our ladies at the Christmas Party. If we all do a little, nobody has to do a lot!

Sunday evening free psychology class is tonight at the church, and all are welcome. Topic is “Inter-Sex Relationships Part 2”. 6:30 pm start.

There are several birthday cards on the Graybars Project table ready for signatures and your encouraging words to the people in custody. Volunteers signing Christmas cards need to have them mailed by today.

Men’s Donuts and Devotional is December 14th at the church at 8 am. All men are welcome. This is free.

Dec. 15th is our annual Ugly Sweater contest, so get started with your creativity and compete to win! It is also potluck lunch Sunday, and this time the church is providing fried chicken. We are asked to bring all the fixin’s. SIGN UP.

Christmas Eve service is Tuesday, Dec. 24th at 5 pm. This is a popular and moving service, so make plans to invite family and friends and join us.

Happy Birthday wishes to Peggy Walley-Rock on the 4th!

Have a blessed day! Thanks for stopping in to read “What’s Happening”!

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November 24, 2024

Welcome back, folks!

Let’s see what’s happening at church this weekend:

Our songs today were “You Are Good”, “Come Now Is the Time to Worship”, “The Table”, “Goodness of God”, and “Great Is Thy Faithfulness”. The sermon, “Divisions” was delivered by Pastor Billy using text from Jude 17-19 from the series “James & Jude the Brothers of Jesus”. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.

Round of applause to the Meskins and their team from Kid’s Ministry for hosting Parent’s Afternoon Out after service! There was lunch, games, music, and lots of fun for the littles! Thank you to all who participated and to all the helpers!

Annual Coat Drive to benefit Morning Star Mission concluded today. Thank you for your generosity and your compassion to help keep our neighbors warm this winter. Pastor Bob led special prayer over this donation.

Senior Ministry Thanksgiving Lunch was Wednesday, and guests left stuffed! Thanks to all who cooked, decorated, and cleaned! It was beautiful! Thanks to Kathy Felchlin and her team for making this possible.

Women’s Christmas Party is Friday, Dec, 6th, at the church. $12 tickets are on sale from Heather Smith, and Dec. 1st (NEXT SUNDAY) is the last day to purchase. Choose where you want to sit quickly as several tables are already full and reserved.

Pastor Bob needs to hear from men who wish to serve our ladies at the Christmas Party. If we all do a little, nobody has to do a lot! It is FUN! Who is helping?

Sunday evening free psychology class is tonight at the church, and all are welcome. Topic is “Inter-Sex Relationships”. 6:30 pm start.

Church Decorating Day for Christmas will be Friday, 11 am on November 29th with Judy Fash leading this event. There is a lot to do, so come help if you can.

Next Sunday is food pantry collection. Nonperishables should be double bagged to prevent rips and accidental spills.

Men’s Donuts and Devotional is December 14th at the church at 8 am. All men are welcome. This is free.

Christmas Eve service is Tuesday, Dec. 24th at 5 pm. This is a popular and moving service, so make plans to invite family and friends and join us.

Pastor Billy’s Bible study is 6:30 pm Tuesday on his Face Book page. If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube live videos and watch past studies from there. If you make an account there, you will be able to make live comments during the show. Check it out!

Three cheers for Gene O’Brien who is back from serving the hurricane/flood damaged mountains of NC! We hope to hear an update of his adventures from him soon!

Special prayer for Bob Startz who is in Warren Barr Rehab in Orland Park. Healing prayers for the Ron Schmidt family. Prayers for Leslie Graniczny who broke her wrist.

Happy Birthday wishes to Deacon Diane Neakarse, Kevin Ward, Nick Radtke and Nate Radtke!

Thank you for all you do to support your church! We are grateful for each of you! Remember to roll your scales back 10 lbs. Wednesday night. HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

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November 17, 2024

Welcome back, friends!

Let’s see what’s happening at church this weekend:

Our songs today were “Forever”, “I Have Decided”, “Speak to the Mountains”, “There Was Jesus”, and “Open Up the Heavens”. The sermon, “Creeping In Unnoticed” was delivered by Pastor Billy using text from Jude 1-2. This began the new series “James & Jude the Brothers of Jesus”. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.

Thanks to Betsy and Adam Burnett who led Operation Christmas Child’s community packing event at church last weekend! The group worked and finished 382 boxes! Today church family contributed 54 more! Betsy and our church children prayed over the boxes as today was the deadline to get them shipped on time. THANK YOU to all who participated and to those who helped load boxes for transport after service! GREAT JOB!

Today was our monthly Stone Soup potluck. Wasn’t it fun? That was some good eatin’! Thanks to all who set up, cleaned up, and cooked! We will do it again in December!

Women’s Christmas Party is Friday, Dec, 6th, at the church. $12 tickets went on sale today from Heather Smith. Choose where you want to sit now. There is also a need for men to serve that evening, and Pastor Bob leads that team. Respond quickly as space will be limited!

Sunday evening free psychology class is tonight at the church, and all are welcome. Topic is “Dark Psychology Part 2”. 6:30 pm start.

Annual Coat Drive to benefit Morning Star Mission is for one more week only. Drop your gently used clean coats into the giant boxes when you enter the church. Frigid weather will soon be upon the street people and our neighbors in need.

Parents’ Afternoon Out will be NEXT Sunday, Nov. 24th from 11:30-3:30 pm. Today is the final day to RSVP to Children’s Director, Jamie Meskin. This will be so fun for the kids, and parents can take a little break!

Senior Ministry Thanksgiving Lunch will be Wednesday, Nov. 20th, noon at the church. Bring a dish to pass for the traditional holiday meal. Let Kathy Felchin know if you are attending but forgot to sign up to save your seat.

Church Decorating Day for Christmas will be Friday, 11 am on November 29th with Judy Fash leading this event. Sign up sheets are on the Connection Table.

There are several birthday cards on the Graybars Project table ready for signatures and your encouraging words to the people in custody. If you want to help sign cards for the annual prison Christmas card mailout, speak to Tammy Smit ASAP.

Special prayer for Bob Startz who has been transferred to Warren Barr Rehab in Orland Park. We passed a card to sign for him today.

Thank you for all you do to support your church with your time, treasure, and talents! See you next week for our Thanksgiving service!

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November 10, 2024

Welcome back, friends!

Let’s see what’s happening at church this weekend:

Our songs today were “Battle Belongs”, “Let’s Work Together”, “Because He Lives”, “I’m A Believer”, and “Battle Hymn of the Republic”. Trumpet solo of “Star Spangled Banner” was performed by Carlos Lara. The sermon, “I’m a Believer” was delivered by Pastor Bob Smith using text from 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8.. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.

Happy Veteran’s Day weekend! Round of applause and highest respect to all our men and women who served in our nation’s military.

Thanks to Betsy and Adam Burnett who led Operation Christmas Child’s community packing event at church yesterday! How fun! The group worked in two shifts and finished 387 boxes! Remember, we have empty shoeboxes at the Graybars table. Take one and take a sticker identifying the age and sex of the child you wish you bless. Betsy has lists of suitable gifts there. NEXT SUNDAY IS THE FIRM DEADLINE TO RETURN YOU SHOEBOXES!

Women’s Christmas Party is Friday, Dec, 6th, at the church. $12 tickets will go on sale next Sunday from Heather Smith. Brenda Hajek had a meeting today with women wanting to help or serve as table hostesses. There is also a need for men to serve that evening, and Pastor Bob will head up that team. Watch for sign up sheets and respond quickly as space will be limited!

Sunday evening psychology class is tonight at the church, and all are welcome. Topic is “Dark Psychology and Manipulation”. 6:30 pm start.

Annual Coat Drive is for two weeks only. Drop your gently used clean coats into the giant boxes when you enter the church. Frigid weather will soon be upon the street people and our neighbors in need.

Next week is Stone Soup Sunday, and everybody staying to eat needs to sign up for a dish to share. If we all do a little, nobody has to do a lot!

Parents’ Afternoon Out will be Sunday, Nov. 24th from 11:30-3:30 pm. You must RSVP no later than Nov. 17th to Children’s Director, Jamie Meskin. This will be so fun for the kids, and parents can take a breather!

Senior Ministry Thanksgiving Lunch will be Wednesday, Nov. 20th, noon at the church. Sign up to bring a dish to pass for the traditional holiday meal and to save your seat.

Church Decorating Day for Christmas will be Friday, 11 am on November 29th with Judy Fash leading this event. Sign up sheets are on the Connection Table.

There are several birthday cards on the Graybars Project table ready for signatures and your encouraging words to the people in custody.

Special prayer for Bob Startz who remains at Silver Cross Hospital after taking a nasty tumble at home. Prayers for Gene O/Brien on mission with Samaritan’s Purse assisting in clean up efforts from hurricane/flood devastation in NC.

Pastor Billy’s Bible study will be cancelled again this Tuesday on his Face Book page. If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube live videos and watch past studies from there. If you make an account there, you will be able to make live comments during the show. Check it out!

Small Group meets at Brenda Hajek’s home in New Lenox this Thursday at 6:30pm. Everybody is welcome to eat snacks and study the Bible.

Happy 14th Anniversary to Jason and Kristen Hippenhammer!

Thank you for all you do to support your church with your time, treasure, and talents! Enjoy your Veterans Day holiday weekend! See you next week!

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November 3, 2024

Hello, Friends and Family! Did you remember to roll back your clock for time change weekend?

Our songs today were “Revival”, “Prince of Peace”, “Blessed Be the Name”, “Blessed Assurance”, and “The Blessing”. The sermon was delivered by Pastor Billy. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.

After service many stayed for a pre-election prayer meeting. This election is critical for the future of the USA, so PLEASE GO VOTE.

Sunday evening psychology class is tonight at the church, and all are welcome. Topic is “Republican/Democrat -- Why People Vote the Way They Do”. 6:30 pm start.

Thanks for your contributions to the community food pantry! Needy Manhattan families are grateful. Thank you to the mystery person who shared the fancy teas and the giant box of elegant cookies at the hospitality table!

Round of applause for our two newest greeters: Tom and Gayle Agema! Thank you for stepping up and serving your church!

Annual Coat Drive is for three weeks only. Drop your gently used clean coats into the giant boxes when you enter the church. Frigid weather will soon be upon the street people and our neighbors in need.

Donuts and Devotional for men is Saturday at the church at 8 am. It is helpful to let Pastor Bob know if you will be there so he can purchase enough pastries. At the ssame time Penny’s home is open to women who wish to pray together. Please let her know if you are attending.

It’s time for our annual Operation Christmas Child event! Shoeboxes can be picked up at the Graybars Table at the stand up display. Be sure you also attach a mandatory sticker at the table indicating the age and sex of the child you are gifting. Sign up sheets are also there for ordering boxes, and for the Nov. 9th Community Packing Day, 1st and 2nd shifts.

Women’s Christmas Party is Friday, Dec, 6th, at the church. Tickets will go on sale soon. If you are interested in hosting a table, there will be a quick meeting for you on Nov. 10th right after service with Brenda Hajek. There is also a need for men to serve that evening, and Pastor Bob will head up that team. Watch for sign up sheets and respond quickly as space will be limited!

Parents Afternoon Out will be Sunday, Nov. 24th from 11:30-3:30 pm. You must RSVP no later than Nov. 17th to Children’s Director, Jamie Meskin.

Senior Ministry Thanksgiving Lunch will be Wednesday, Nov. 20th, noon at the church. Sign up to bring a dish to pass for the traditional holiday meal and to save your seat.

Church Decorating Day for Christmas will be Friday, 11 am on November 29th with Judy Fash leading this event. Sign up sheets are on the Connection Table.

There are also several birthday cards on the Graybars Project table ready for signatures and your encouraging words to the people in custody.

Special get well wishes and prayers are being sent to Kay Schmidt who was sent home from the hospital yesterday. Special prayer for Bob Startz who took a fall and was admitted to Silver Cross Hospital. Prayers for Gene O/Brien on mission with Samaritan’s Purse assisting in clean up efforts from hurricane/flood devastation in NC.

A new shipment of Daily Bread devotional booklets has arrived. Take for yourself and take some to share with friends.

Pastor Billy’s Bible study is usually Tuesday at 6:30 pm on his Face Book page, but he is taking another week off since almost everybody’s eyes will be glued to the TV watching election coverage. If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube live videos and watch past studies from there. If you make an account there, you will be able to make live comments during the show. Check it out!

Thank you for all you do to support your church. Visitors, we hope to see you again soon. It was awesome to have Elena and Julian Sandoval with us this morning! See you at the polls, and God Bless America!

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October 27, 2024

Hello, Friends and Family! Thank you for joining us for Communion Sunday on this final gorgeous October weekend.

Our songs today were “Unchanging”, “In the Garden”, “Mercy”, and “Holy Spirit You Are Welcome Here”. The message, “Resist the Devil”, was delivered by Pastor Billy using text from James 4:1. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.

At the end of service Deacon Bob Hensle led the congregation in a time of annual Pastor Appreciation. Special prayers were prayed over Pastor Billy, Pastor Bob, Pastor Larry, and their wives. Some members surprised them with letters, cards, small treats, and gifts to shower them with love and gratitude for jobs well done. They do so much for us, and we probably don’t thank them often enough. A variety of pastries was enjoyed. Autumn Hensle created the balloon bouquets for Heather, Penny, and Eileen.

Sunday evening psychology class usually held tonight is cancelled to allow Pastor to hold a previously scheduled meeting and to enjoy a bit of a break on this Appreciation Day. He will resume class next Sunday!

Diane Neakarse provided us with more fresh tomatoes at the Harvest Table. Her plants have had incredible yield this season!

It’s once again time for our annual Operation Christmas Child event! Shoeboxes can be picked up at the Graybars Table at the stand up display. Be sure you also pick up a mandatory sticker at the table indicating the age and sex of the child you are gifting. Sign up sheets are also there for ordering boxes, and for the Nov. 9th Community Packing Day, 1st and 2nd shifts.

We will have a Pre-Election Prayer Meeting after church on Sunday, November 3rd for all who wish to participate. If you have not already done so, please PLEASE go cast your vote. This election is far too critical to not make the effort.

Parents Afternoon Out will be Sunday, Nov. 24th from 11:30-3:30 pm. You must RSVP no later than Nov. 17th to Children’s Director, Jamie Meskin.

Senior Ministry Thanksgiving Lunch will be Wednesday, Nov. 20th, noon at the church. Sign up to bring a dish to pass for the traditional holiday meal and to save your seat. Call Kathy Felchlin if you need more info.

Church Decorating Day for Christmas will be Friday, 11 am on November 29th with Judy Fash leading this event. Sign up sheets are on the Connection Table.

There are several birthday cards on the Graybars Project table ready for signatures and your encouraging words to the people in custody.

Special get well wishes and prayers are being sent to Kay Schmidt at Christ Hospital.

A new shipment of Daily Bread devotional booklets has arrived. Take for yourself and take some to share with friends.

Pastor Billy’s Bible study is usually Tuesday at 6:30 pm on his Face Book page, but he is taking another week off to prepare for his next online study. If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube live videos and watch past studies from there. If you make an account there, you will be able to make live comments during the show. Check it out!

Thank you for all you do to support your church. See you next Sunday. Remember to bring your nonperishables to food pantry collection! REMEMBER TO ROLL BACK YOUR CLOCKS SATURDAY NIGHT.

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October 20, 2024

Happy Sunday, Folks!

Our songs today were “Open The Eyes of My Heart”, “Glorious One”, “Agnus Dei”, “Hallelujah”, and “If I Got Jesus”. The message, “Focus”, was delivered by Pastor Larry DeSando. (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.

Gene O’Brien and Betsy Burnett addressed the church regarding our annual Operation Christmas Child event. Shoeboxes can be picked up at the Graybars Project Table. Sign up sheets are also there for ordering boxes, and Nov. 9th Community Packing Day, 1st and 2nd shifts. You must sign up as Betsy wants to bring in lunch.

Special group prayer was prayed over Gene O’Brien who is being deployed to Asheville, NC to help with Hurricane Helene clean up efforts with Samaritan’s Purse.

Harvest Sharing Table is winding down for the season. Thank you, Diane Neakarse for the beautiful tomatoes!

A new shipment of Daily Bread devotional booklets has arrived. Take for yourself and take some to share with friends.

Sunday evening psychology class at the church begins at 6:30 pm. Tonight’s topic is “Cults and Brainwashing“. These classes are free and open to the public.

Parents Afternoon Out will be Sunday, Nov. 24th from 11:30-3:30 pm. You must RSVP no later than Nov. 17th to Children’s Director, Jamie Meskin.

Senior Ministry Pumpkin Patch chili luncheon was well attended and beautifully decorated! Richard Rock was guest speaker and taught how to winterize a garden. He had created several colorful birdhouses and feeders which were given as raffle prizes. Judy Fash made the centerpiece floral pumpkins.

Senior Ministry Thanksgiving Lunch will be Wednesday, Nov. 20th, noon at the church. Sign up to bring a dish to pass and to save your seat.

Real pumpkins were carved at the “23” young adult group at the Knotts’ home Friday. All young adults are welcome at these gatherings, and there is no charge.

We will have a Pre-Election Prayer Meeting after church on Sunday, November 3rd for all who wish to participate.

Women’s Prayer will be at Penny Knott’s Manhattan home Saturday, Nov. 9th at 8 am. Please let her know if you will attend. At the same time men meet at the church for Donuts and Devotional. Let Pastor Bob know if you are attending.

Happy 2nd Anniversary to Richard and Peggy Rock! Deb Corbin, Charlie Printy, and Diana Lopez are celebrating birthdays this week! There are also several birthday cards on the Graybars Project table ready for signatures and your encouraging words to the people in custody.

Clapping and cheering for Betsy Burnett whose story “Driving Lesson” appears in Chicken Soup for the Soul’s “Devotional Stories of Resilience and Positive Thinking”! Books will be available in stores and available for online purchase at the end of October!

Pastor Billy’s Bible study is usually Tuesday at 6:30 pm on his Face Book page, but he is taking a week off to prepare for his next online study. If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube live videos and watch past studies from there. If you make an account there, you will be able to make live comments during the show. Check it out!

Thank you for all you do to support your church. See you next Sunday!

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October 13, 2024

Happy Sunday, Friends and Family!

Our songs today were “Trading My Sorrows”, “Your Love Never Fails”, “Eye of the Storm”, “Words I Would Say”, “Famous One”, and "Seek Ye First". The message, “Wisdom - Good and Evil”, was delivered by Pastor Billy as he continues the series, “James and Jude, the Brothers of Jesus”. Text was James 1:5 . (You can watch this and past messages by going to the home page and clicking WATCH.

Thanks to all who participated in Stone Soup Sunday after service! From set up, to food preparation, to clean up, we appreciate all who pitched in to make for a nice meal together.

Sunday evening psychology class at the church begins at 6:30 pm. Tonight’s topic is “Body Language and Lie Detection“. These classes are free and open to the public.

Wednesday, Oct. 16 at noon 55+ senior ministry hosts a Pumpkin Patch Luncheon at the church. Sign ups for attendance and food need to be given to Kathy Felchlin if you have not yet signed up. These are so fun! Please do come!

"23" young adult small group will meet at the Knotts' home in Manhattan for devotional, S'mores, and a bonfire Friday, Oct. 18th at 6:30 pm.

We will have a Pre-Election Prayer Meeting after church on Sunday, November 3rd for all who wish to participate.

Harvest Sharing Table is winding down for the season. Thank you, Diane Neakarse for the beautiful tomatoes!

Happy Birthday to Debbie Dobias and Carolyn Summins! There are several birthday cards on the Graybars Project table ready for signatures and your encouraging words to the people in custody.

Get well wishes to Bob and Ellen Startz. Fishes and Loaves is providing a few meals to make life easier over there. If you want to provide a lunch, please sign up online or call Dawn Gonda who leads this cooking ministry.

Pastor Billy’s Bible study is Tuesday at 6:30 pm on his Face Book page. We are in Joshua 25. If you cannot access Face Book, go to Pastor Shred on You Tube live videos and watch past studies from there. If you make an account there, you will be able to make live comments during the show. Check it out!

Thank you for all you do to help out and support your church. Your efforts are much appreciated! See you next Sunday!

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