Survey

MRS. VANDERCAR is working to complete her master’s degree, and as part of a final project, she is conducting a short research survey about how our school is valued and perceived.  She would greatly appreciate your input!  You can pick up a paper copy of the survey in the narthex after church OR take the survey here to contribute your thoughts online.

Prayer Request

White Creek Family, would you please keep Esther Sprague's daughter Dawn Coomer in your prayers? Dawn is in the ICU with pancreatitis. I will update you all when I know a little more. Pastor Cook

September 2 Weekly News

SUNDAY SCHOOL AND BIBLE CLASS will resume NEXT Sunday, September 9.  The Board of Elders, due to numerous requests, have decided to keep our Sunday service at 9 AM, and have Sunday School and Bible Class afterward, from 10:15-11:00 AM on a 3-month trial basis, after which time it will be evaluated to see if it should continue.

 

SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS are asked to meet with superintendant, Matt Riley, after worship.  Please stay in church for this meeting.

 

BIBLE CLASS:  What are some of the headlines that have grabbed your attention lately, and how should Christians respond?  What does God's Word say about vaccines?  How old should we be when we marry?  Are babies sinful?  Being 'spiritual' but not 'religious'?  Early communion and confirmation?  During this year's Adult Bible Class we will look at a host of contemporary issues and have the opportunity to suggest topics that you may have wondered about, but never had the opportunity to ask.  Join us in the Fellowship Room, beginning September 9th from 10:15-11:00 AM!

 

BRICK ORDERS will be taken through tomorrow.  Cost is $100 per brick.  Contact Ernie & Donna Dettmer, Larry & Janice Claycamp, or Lloyd & Jean Meyer.  Bricks will be ordered after Labor Day, with placement sometime in October.

 

THE CHURCH OFFICE will be closed tomorrow in observance of the Labor Day holiday.

 

 

SMORGASBORD SIGN-UP:  Our annual Smorgasbord/Bazaar will be held on Saturday, September 15.  Check the table in the narthex today after worship to sign up to help that day and/or donate items.  This is an opportunity to work alongside your church family and help with this yearly event!

 

DONATIONS NEEDED: Our annual Smorgasbord/Bazaar is nearing and any donations from members are needed.  Whether you sew, cook, knit, crochet, or like to bake or just glue things together, any item that you think others might like to purchase would be very much appreciated.  Items may be brought to school Friday afternoon after 2:00 PM or Saturday morning.  If pick-up is needed, call Sharon Dettmer at 342-4084.

 

YOUTH GROUPS:  Senior High Youth are reminded that they will meet here at church at 4:00 PM next Saturday, September 8, and head to Camp Lakeview for an overnight camp-out.  They will attend church here Sunday morning.  Junior High Youth will meet after worship next Sunday, September 9, and go out to Camp Lakeview for the afternoon, ending at 4:00 PM.

 

OUR WCLS MUM SALE is now underway.  See any WCLS student or contact Becky in the school office if you would like to place an order.  Orders with payment are due by Wednesday, September 12.  Proceeds from this sale go to our students' field trip fund.

 

AN ALUMINUM CAN DRIVE will be held this coming weekend, September 7-9.  A trailer will be parked on the church/school grounds to receive items.

 

2012 WALK FOR LIFE:  The Pregnancy Care Center will hold its annual Walk For Life on Saturday, September 29 at the East Columbus Christian Church, 3170 Indiana Ave, Columbus.  Registration will begin at 9:30 AM, followed by the walk at 10:30 and lunch at 11:30 AM.  For more information, contact Jean Voelker at 522-8168.

 

THE ORPHAN GRAIN TRAIN will host a fundraiser on October 7, 2012, at 5:30 PM at the Clarion Hotel.  Pastor Mech from Joplin, Missouri, will be the guest speaker.  His town was devastated by the Joplin tornado.  For more information and tickets, contact Mariagnes Meyer (342-3023) or Betty McCrory 342-3580).

 

WOMEN'S RETREAT:  Camp Lakeview is offering a fantastic Women's Retreat on October 12-14 with special guest speaker Jan Struck, known nationwide for her humorous and inspirational messages.  To pamper you, the weekend includes an optional massage, manicure, craft sectionals, and a Saturday evening banquet with entertainment.  For more information, pick up a brochure in the narthex or call the camp office at 812-342-4815.