Author: Paul Ellis Jackson

Paul is the Associate Minister of University Congregational Church.

Announcements for Sunday, June 21, 2015

We welcome all of our visitors today and invite you to the Fellowship Hall for beverages and cookies after the service.  Please follow the congregation to the left out of the sanctuary.

 

TODAY

 

THE FLOWERS ON THE COMMUNION TABLE TODAY are provided by Nina and Chuck Roush in honor of our Heavenly Father.

 

FATHER’S DAY

 

THIS WEEK

 

COUNCIL MEETING is Monday evening at 6:30 p.m., in the basement conference room.

 

NEXT WEEK

 

UCC 101 NEW MEMBER CLASS will meet Sunday, June 28, at 9:00 a.m. prior to the worship service in the basement conference room.  If you are visiting or interested in joining the UCC, this is a great way to learn more about how the church is structured and a chance for you to ask questions. Call the office if you are planning to attend or would like additional information,
316-634-0430, or email heidi@box2384.temp.domains.

 

CONGREGATIONAL MEETING is on June 28 at 11:30 a.m. immediately following the worship service. The Moderator and Council have called a special meeting of the congregation.  The only item on the agenda is whether the church should create a Memorial Garden and Meditation Plaza in the green space behind the church and between the east and west wings as the Ad Hoc Memorial Committee has recommended.  Plans will be presented, questions addressed and members will be invited to vote.

 

CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE www.ucchurch.org each week for updates and new pictures! An archive of sermons, newsletters, and up-to-date calendar are all readily available too.  Also check out our facebook page by clicking on our church website, www.ucchurch.org.

 

HEARING ASSISTED RECEIVERS are available for your use during the church service. Please see an usher if you need assistance with one.

 

WOMEN’S GUILD BOOK EXCHANGE is located in Fellowship Hall on the white built-in bookshelves.  New books come in every week for this Women’s Guild outreach project.  Please donate books that you have read and think others would enjoy reading.  We like to keep our inventory interesting and
inviting.

 

PARTNERS FOR WICHITA ’Filing the Gap’ lunches for kids is approaching quickly we are now recruiting volunteers for the following locations: Cross Point, Salvation Army, New Covenant and Interfaith Ministries, as well as other locations. Volunteers serve at one of the 15 sites on one or more weekdays, August 3-14, from 11:30 – 1:30. To help set out prepared shelf-stable meals, snacks, and fruit; greet and sign in the children; help children select meals and snacks; supervise activities at the lunch site; and enjoy seeing
children be nourished and encouraged as they “gear up” for school days of learning and growing..  Please contact Ila Kirkendoll at ila@partnersforwichita.org or call 316-616-8692.  To be scheduled at one of the locations, your help will be greatly appreciated.

Announcements for Sunday, May 24, 2015

We welcome all of our visitors today and invite you to the
Fellowship Hall for beverages and cookies after the service.  Please follow the congregation to the left out of the sanctuary.

 

TODAY

 

THE FLOWERS ON THE COMMUNION TABLE TODAY are given by Brian Finan in honor of his wife Brooke’s birthday.

 

THIS WEEK

 

UCC CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED tomorrow, Monday, May 25, in
observance of Memorial Day.

 

FEMININE FACES OF GOD class begins this Monday, May 18 at 1:00, in the basement conference room. Robin will be leading this class and it is open to anyone who is interested.

 

LARKSFIELD TEA is this Wednesday, at 10:00a.m. It is open to anyone that is interested in joining us. This is an informal gathering with Robin, Paul, and Heidi to talk about what is going on in the church and with the congregation.  We also welcome your feedback and concerns.

 

NEXT SUNDAY

 

COMMUNION will be served.

 

THE LITTLE LIBRARY has been stocked with books and ready to be used by those in our neighborhood. This is intended to be an outreach from our church to the community.

 

SECOND ANNUAL SUMMER ARTS CAMP will be held Monday and Wednesday, June 8 & 10. Classes include needlework, collage, quilting and a course on how to use Pinterest. There are also arts classes available for the kids! Join us each night at 5:30 PM for a light supper with the classes following from 6-7. There are sign-up sheets in Fellowship Hall.

 

ICE CREAM SOCIAL/PICNIC will be held Friday, June 12th, from 5:30-7:30 p.m.  The event, sponsored by the C. E. Board and the Board of Deacons, is the culminating activity of the Arts Camp to be held June 8th and 10th.  The menu includes, barbequed hamburgers, hot dogs, bratwurst, potato salad, baked beans, and, of course, ice cream and toppings. There will also be games and prizes so you are sure to have a great time!  This church event is for the whole family.  We encourage you to bring children and grandchildren.  Feel free to invite guests.  It is imperative that you sign up on the PIC Board or by calling Heidi in the office.  Please indicate the number in your party.  The deadline for sign –up is Sunday June 5th.  The planners need a count in order to purchase the right amount of food and ice-cream.  Thanks for your support of this popular event!

 

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 pleasant personality and a smile.

 

FLOWERS FOR COMMUNION TABLE There are still a few dates open for volunteers to bring flowers for Sunday morning worship service.  Please sign up on the PIC board in Fellowship Hall if you are interested.

 

WANT A CD of a worship service?  Please sign up on the CD form on the information board in Fellowship Hall. You may pick-up your CD in the library.   $2 per CD may be put in the “Deposit Box” in the library.

Announcements for Sunday, May 17, 2015

We welcome all of our visitors today and invite you to the
Fellowship Hall for beverages and cookies after the service.  Please follow the congregation to the left out of the sanctuary.

 

TODAY

 

THE FLOWERS ON THE COMMUNION TABLE TODAY are given by Norma Jean Brobyn in memory of her dear friend, Benny Leonard.

 

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

 

COOKS NIGHT OUT is this Thursday May 21, at 6:00pm. Wayne Bryan, Producing Artistic Director of Music Theatre Wichita will be the speaker.  The event will begin 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 21st.  Registration sheets are located on the PIC board in Fellowship Hall.

 

FEMININE FACES OF GOD class begins this Monday, May 18 at 1:00, in the basement conference room. Robin will be leading this class and it is open to anyone who is interested.

 

WOW CLASS This is the last week for this series of “Powers of the
Universe”, by Brian Swimme on Wednesday night at 5:45 p.m., with a DVD lecture and discussion. Keith Williamson is leading this six-week class.  A light dinner will be available for a free will offering.

 

MEN’S GROUP LUNCH is Thursday, May 21, at 11:30 at the Lakeside Club located behind Walgreens at 21st and Webb.  Thursday’s guest speaker will be Ed Flentje.

 

 

ATTENTION ALL TEACHERS-AT-HEART. Do you harbor a secret

passion for arts and crafts? Have you always wanted to share this with others? Then sign up to teach a class for our Second Annual Summer Arts Camp to be held Monday and Wednesday, June 8 and 10. The Camp will culminate with our All Church Ice Cream Social on Friday, June 12th. Let Paul Jackson know if you are able and willing to teach a class for us! paul@box2384.temp.domains or 316.634.0430.

 

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 pleasant personality and a smile.

 

FLOWERS FOR COMMUNION TABLE There are still a few dates open for volunteers to bring flowers for Sunday morning worship service.  Please sign up on the PIC board in Fellowship Hall if you are interested.

 

THE LITTLE LIBRARY has been installed. Thank you to Wayne Linder for crafting such a beautiful replica of our church.  Also, a special thanks to Leigh Aaron Leary for coordinating this project, and to The Women’s Guild for funding it.  Books will be stocked next week.

Announcements for Sunday, May 10, 2015

We welcome all of our visitors today and invite you to the
Fellowship Hall for beverages and cookies after the service.  Please follow the crowd to the left out of the sanctuary.

 

TODAY

 

THE FLOWERS ON THE COMMUNION TABLE TODAY are provided by Brenda Leerskov in celebration of her Mom’s 96th birthday.  Also, in honor of all nurturing people in our world; men, women and children.

 

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY Complimentary carnations are being given

today to honor all Mothers in attendance.

 

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.

 

NEXT WEEK

 

COOKS NIGHT OUT is Thursday May 21, at 6:00pm.  Wayne Bryan, Producing Artistic Director of Music Theatre Wichita will be the speaker.  The event will begin 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 21st.  Registration sheets are located on the PIC board in Fellowship Hall.

 

FEMININE FACES OF GOD class begins on Monday, May 18 at 1:00, in the basement conference room. Robin will be leading this class and it is open to anyone who is interested.

 

THE PANTRY WORKDAY is this Thursday, May 21, 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, May 23 from 8:30 am-11:45 am.

 

MEN’S GROUP LUNCH is Thursday, May 21, at 11:30 at the Lakeside Club located behind Walgreens at 21st and Webb.  Thursday’s guest speaker will be Ed Flentje.

 

 

ATTENTION ALL TEACHERS-AT-HEART. Do you harbor a secret

passion for arts and crafts? Have you always wanted to share this with others? Then sign up to teach a class for our Second Annual Summer Arts Camp to be held Monday and Wednesday, June 8 and 10. The Camp will culminate with our All Church Ice Cream Social on Friday, June 12th. Let Paul Jackson know if you are able and willing to teach a class for us! paul@box2384.temp.domains or 316.634.0430.

 

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 pleasant personality and a smile.

 

FLOWERS FOR COMMUNION TABLE There are still a few dates open for volunteers to bring flowers for Sunday morning worship service.  Please sign up on the PIC board in Fellowship Hall if you are interested.

Announcement for Sunday, May 3, 2015

We welcome all of our visitors today and invite you to the
Fellowship Hall for beverages and cookies after the service.  Please follow the crowd to the left out of the sanctuary.

 

TODAY

 

THE FLOWERS ON THE COMMUNION TABLE TODAY are provided by Jan Deering in honor and recognition of Maxine Morrison’s 20 years of volunteer service to the Ronald McDonald House Family Room at Wesley Medical Center.

 

UCC 101, NEW MEMBER CLASS, is today immediately following 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.

 

THIS WEEK

 

COUNCIL MEETING & DINNER is Monday at 5:30pm in Fellowship Hall.

 

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.

 

ST. MARYS MEDITERRANEAN FESTIVAL is Saturday, 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.

 

NEXT SUNDAY

 

MOTHER’S DAY is next Sunday and all Mother’s will be honored with a carnation at next week’s service.  Bring your mother and honor her on this day.

 

COOKS NIGHT OUT is Thursday May 21, at 6:00pm.  Wayne Bryan, Producing Artistic Director of Music Theatre Wichita will be the speaker.  The event will begin 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 21st.  Registration sheets are located 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.

 

ATTENTION ALL TEACHERS-AT-HEART. Do you harbor a secret

passion for arts and crafts? Have you always wanted to share this with others? Then sign up to teach a class for our Second Annual Summer Arts Camp to be held Monday and Wednesday, June 8 and 10. The Camp will culminate with our All Church Ice Cream Social on Friday, June 12th. Let Paul Jackson know if you are able and willing to teach a class for us! paul@box2384.temp.domains or 316.634.0430.

Announcements for Sunday, April 26, 2015

We welcome all of our visitors today and invite you to the
Fellowship Hall for beverages and cookies after the service.  Please follow the crowd to the left out of the sanctuary.

 

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.

Announcements for Sunday, April 19, 2015

We welcome all of our visitors today and invite you to the
Fellowship Hall for beverages and cookies after the service.  Please follow the crowd to the left out of the sanctuary.

 

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.

Announcements for Sunday, April 12, 2015

We welcome all of our visitors today and invite you to the
Fellowship Hall for beverages and cookies after the service.  Please follow the crowd to the left out of the sanctuary.

 

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.

Announcements for Easter Sunday, April 5, 2015

We welcome all of our visitors today and invite you to the
Fellowship Hall for beverages and cookies after the service.  Please follow the crowd to the left out of the sanctuary.

 

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 9th.  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.

 

 

Announcements for Palm Sunday, March 29, 2015

We welcome all of our visitors today and invite you to the
Fellowship Hall for beverages and cookies after the service.  Please follow the crowd to the left out of the sanctuary.

 

TODAY

 

THE FLOWERS ON THE COMMUNION TABLE TODAY are given by Linda Burnside in honor of her Mother’s 92nd birthday.

 

THIS WEEK

 

EASTER LILY TIME! If you are interested in donating for our Easter floral
display, please mail $12.00 to the church office by April 2, or put your check in the offering plate.  Please note “Easter Lillies” on the memo line of your check and include if the donation is in honor of or in memory of someone.

 

MAUNDY THURSDAY SEDER MEAL & SERVICE is Thursday,
April 2, at 6:00 pm.  The menu is baked chicken, roasted potatoes, deviled eggs, salad, charoset, and coconut macaroons. Today is the last day to register. Please sign up on the PIC board in Fellowship Hall if you would like to attend.

 

COOKS NIGHT OUT has been rescheduled to 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 9th.  We will have a new registration sheet so those who couldn’t come in March may be able to join us this time.  Even if you signed up in March please sign up again to be sure we have a good head-count. Registration sheets are on the PIC board in Fellowship Hall. Thanks so much.

 

WOW CLASS continues this Wednesday night at 5:30 p.m. Based on the book “What Does a Progressive Christian Believe?” Books are available and can be purchased for $12.  A light dinner will be available for a free will
offering.  This week concludes the class using this book.  The next class begins on April 15, with Keith Williamson leading the six week class.

 
EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE