TODAY

THE FLOWERS ON THE COMMUNION TABLE TODAY are given by Leigh Aaron-Leary in celebration of her birthday.

CONGREGATIONAL CAFE You are invited to attend a Congregational Cafe today immediately after the worship service.  The Council has received a well-considered proposal for a permanent outdoor memorial to commemorate UCC

founders and other loved ones who have passed.  At the Cafe, these plans, including a design, will be previewed and feedback invited.  A final decision on whether to move forward with the memorial will ultimately be put before the congregation for a vote.

THIS WEEK

UCC TRIP 2016! Are you interested in traveling with Robin and your UCC friends to Italy, Greece, Turkey, or another location where early Christianity was born?  Come to a planning/brainstorming meeting on Monday evening, April 27th at 5:00pm in the downstairs conference room.  Bring your suggestions and calendar and we’ll explore the interests of the group.

GRIEF GROUP is next Monday, April 27, at 2:00pm. There has been a change in location, we will now meet in the office conference room.

WOW CLASS “Powers of the Universe”, by Brian Swimme is Wednesday nights at 5:45 p.m., with a DVD lecture and discussion . This is a survey of the 13 billion years of the history of the universe, identifying the deeper forces and patterns that have shaped it. Also discussed is how these forces have shaped human beings. Keith Williamson is leading this six-week class.  A light dinner will be available for a free will offering.

HONDURAS BABY PROJECT  We will be completing the jackets, hats, and blankets this Thursday, April 30.  Bring your lunch and meet us in Fellowship Hall at 10:00 am. until 2:00pm.  You do not need to know how to sew.

PRAYER WALK for Inter-Faith Ministries is Saturday, April 25, 2015

Registration: 9:00am-10:00am; Walk: 10:00am-Noon, Newman University Campus

Wichita’s first community-wide Prayer Walk will bring together faith groups to

celebrate both their diversity and similarities. In addition, twelve stations along the

walk will offer special prayers in the tradition of different faith groups.  Sign up on

Facebook or contact Paul Jackson @ 634-0430, or email paul@box2384.temp.domains.

NEXT SUNDAY
UCC 101, NEWMEMBER CLASS, is next Sunday, May 3, after the worship service in the downstairs conference room.  If you are interested in joining UCC, this is a great way to learn more about how the church is structured and a chance for you to ask questions.  A light lunch will be served.  Call the office if you are planning to attend or for more information, 316-634-0430, or email Heidi@box2384.temp.domains.

ST. MARYS MEDITERRANEAN FESTIVAL is Thursday, May 9, at 5:00pm. If you would like to learn about the Orthodox Christian faith and how they view and worship God plus enjoy some great Serbian and Lebanese food. Vespers are at 5:00, followed by a sanctuary tour, then dinner. The Deacons will provide rides for those unable to transport themselves. Signup sheets are on the PIC board in Fellowship Hall.
GREETERS NEEDED for Sunday mornings before the Worship Service.  If you would like to serve the church in this capacity of welcoming visitors and members on Sunday mornings, please signup on the sheet provided in Fellowship Hall located on the PIC board.  Everyone is welcome and no experience is necessary, just a great

attitude and a smile.

TODAY

THE FLOWERS ON THE COMMUNION TABLE TODAY are given by Roy and Karen Parker.

THE CE BOARD will meet in the Science and Exploration Room.
THE DEACONS will meet in the are outside the downstairs kitchen.
THE MUSIC BOARD will meet in the room beside the choir room.
THE OUTREACH BOARD will meet in the office meeting room.
THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES will meet in the conference room.

All meetings are at 11:45

THIS WEEK

WOW CLASS “Powers of the Universe”, by Brian Swimme is Wednesday nights at 5:45 p.m., with a DVD lecture and discussion . This is a survey of the 13 billion years of the history of the universe, identifying the deeper forces and patterns that have shaped it. Also discussed is how these forces have shaped human beings. Keith Williamson is leading this six-week class.  A light dinner will be available for a free will offering.

HONDURAS BABY PROJECT  It’s time to start sewing for our Honduras
babies.  We will start making jackets, hats, and blankets on Thursday, April 23.  Bring your lunch and meet us in Fellowship Hall at 10 am. We will end at approximately 2:00 pm and then return on April 30 to complete our work.  You do not need to know how to sew. We have several jobs and great people to show you how to do what is needed.  Put April 23 and 30 on your calendar!

NEXT SUNDAY

CONGREGATIONAL CAFE You are invited to attend a Congregational Cafe immediately after worship on April 26.  The Council has received a well-considered proposal for a permanent outdoor memorial to commemorate UCC founders and other loved ones who have passed.  At the Cafe, these plans, including a design, will be

previewed and feedback invited.  A final decision on whether to move forward with the memorial will ultimately be put before the congregation for a vote.

GRIEF GROUP is next Monday, April 27, at 2:00pm. There has been a change in location, we will now meet in the office conference room.

UCC TRIP 2016! Are you interested in traveling with Robin and your UCC friends to Italy, Greece, Turkey, or another location where early Christianity was born?  Come to a planning/brainstorming meeting on Monday evening, April 27th at 5:00pm in the downstairs conference room.  Bring your suggestions and calendar and we’ll explore the interests of the group.

PRAYER WALK for Inter-Faith Ministries is Saturday, April 25, 2015

Registration: 9:00am—10:00am; Walk: 10:00am—Noon, Newman University

Campus. Wichita’s first community-wide Prayer Walk will bring together faith

groups to celebrate both their diversity and similarities.

IFM’s Prayer Walk is a time of reflection, prayer and friendship, and a fundraiser for Inter-Faith Ministries two year-round homeless shelters. It is time now to recruit your team – family, youth groups, friends, Sunday School class, co-workers – as many or few as you like. Teams can have specific prayer requests. In addition, twelve stations along the walk will offer special prayers in the tradition of different faith groups.  Sign up on Facebook or contact Paul Jackson @ 634-0430, or email paul@box2384.temp.domains.

TODAY

THE FLOWERS ON THE COMMUNION TABLE TODAY are given by Anna and Belden Mills to celebrate our 57th wedding anniversary next week.

THIS WEEK

WOW CLASS begins a new series, Powers of the Universe, this Wednesday night at 5:45 p.m., with a DVD lecture and discussion by Brian Swimme. This is a survey of the 13 billion years of the history of the universe, identifying the deeper forces and patterns that have shaped it. Also discussed is how these forces have shaped human beings. Keith Williamson will be leading this six-week class.  A light dinner will be available for a free will offering.

THE PANTRY WORKDAY is this Thursday, April 16, from 9:00 am-11:00 am at 1611 N. Mosley-you are all welcome to help if you have some time.  The Hygiene Pantry is open next Saturday, April 18, from 8:30 am-11:45 am.

GRIEF GROUP is this Monday, April 13, at 2:00pm. There has been a change in location, we will now meet in the office conference room.

NEXT SUNDAY

ALL BOARDS MEET immediately following the church service on Sunday, April 19.
PRAYER WALK for Inter-Faith Ministries is Saturday, April 25, 2015

Registration: 9:00am—10:00am; Walk: 10:00am—Noon, Newman University

Campus. Wichita’s first community-wide Prayer Walk will bring together faith

groups to celebrate both their diversity and similarities.

IFM’s Prayer Walk is a time of reflection, prayer and friendship, and a fundraiser for Inter-Faith Ministries two year-round homeless shelters. It is time now to recruit your team – family, youth groups, friends, Sunday School class, co-workers – as many or few as you like. Teams can have specific prayer requests. In addition, twelve stations along the walk will offer special prayers in the tradition of different faith groups.  Sign up on the registration sheet located on the PIC board in Fellowship Hall. If you have questions please contact Paul Jackson @ 634-0430, or email paul@box2384.temp.domains

CONGREGATIONAL CAFE You are invited to attend a Congregational Cafe immediately after worship on April 26.  The Council has received a well-considered proposal for a permanent outdoor memorial to commemorate UCC founders and other loved ones who have passed.  At the Cafe, these plans, including a design, will be

previewed and feedback invited.  A final decision on whether to move forward with the memorial will ultimately be put before the congregation for a vote.

WHERE IN THE CITY IS ROBIN?  On Tuesday, April 14th, Robin will give the  benediction following the Holocaust memorial presentation by Col. Philip S. Freund, a Holocaust survivor. The event is at Newman University Dugan-Gorges Center at

7:00 pm. It is free and open to the public.

You may remember that one of the goals in our strategic plan and one of Robin’s performance goals is to increase UCC’s presence in the community. As part of that goal, we are sharing some of the places Robin has been or is going. Feel free to invite Robin to have a presence at groups/events you know about. We want to share the good news of what UCC has to offer as often as possible.

UCC TRIP 2016! Are you interested in traveling to Italy, Greece, Turkey, or

another location where early Christianity was born with Robin and your UCC friends?   Come to a planning/ brainstorming meeting on Monday evening, April 27th at 5:00pm in the downstairs conference room.  Bring your suggestions and calendar and we’ll explore the interests of the group.

TODAY

THE EASTER LILIES TODAY are given by all those listed on the insert.

EASTER EGG HUNT for the children will be held immediately following the 10:30 service outside in the courtyard.

THIS WEEK

COOKS NIGHT OUT is this Thursday, April 9. JC Combs is the speaker.  The event will start at 6 pm for social time and the buffet at 6:30.  The cost is $15 for adults and $5 for children ages 4-10.  Please plan to join us on the 9^th.  There is a new registration sheet located on the PIC board in Fellowship Hall. If you signed up in March please sign up again to be sure we have an accurate head-count. Thanks so much.

WOMEN’S GUILD BRUNCH is Saturday, April 11 at 10:00 a.m. The cost is $7 per person. The speaker is Deronda Aiken. The topic is Human Trafficking and sadly, it is a problem in Wichita too.

GENEALOGY CLASS continues Monday April 6, at 1:00 p.m., in the basement conference room. Phil Rhea is leading the class and sharing his knowledge and personal experience in genealogy. This class meets two more times: 4/6 and 4/20.

WOW CLASS is on hiatus this week. The next class begins on April 15, with Keith Williamson leading the six week class.

DID YOU KNOW…That Snow White Carpet Cleaning has generously donated their time and expert services to the Head to Toe Hygiene Pantry this week?  Their efficient team came to the Pantry and cleaned the carpet in two large areas.  After several years of having 400+ families (which equates to 800-900 people) each month walking in those rooms for the past several years, the carpet was in dire need of cleaning.  Thank you, Jerry and Jeremy Becker and Company!

* That First Presbyterian Church has chosen the Head-To-Toe Hygiene Pantry as a

recipient of their “local charity fund” for this year and sent $1,000 to be used in caring

for others. They have been wonderful, caring partners with financial donations as well

as baby supplies!

* In December, Meritrust had a program called “Skip a Payment” and for every loan

participant that chose the program they would donate $25.00 to a charity?

Employees were allowed to nominate their favorite charity, and the Pantry was nominated and ended up being chosen as one of 19 charities to receive a $1,500 donation.

* That on March 21, there were 391 families served at the Pantry and 38 volunteers

shared their Saturday morning to hand out items.

* As of March 21, 2015, the Pantry has been serving others for 4 1/2 years!

PROUD GREAT GRANDPARENTS Thelma and Robert Borresen

announce the arrival of Sydney Jane Palay on March 10, 2015.  Parents are

Kathryn Meachum Palay and Dan Palay of Chicago.