Something for Everyone!

Good Sunday afternoon. I hope you have had a wonderful day so far. We have lots of things going on this week in our church. Remember to make note of the upcoming activities so you won't miss anything!

First is the Fall Festival this Tuesday, Oct. 31st. There will be a pumpkin carving contest (please have your pumpkins on the table at 6:30 that evening for judging). There will also be a cake walk and games for everyone. A costume contest is in order for the best Bible character. A few things will be a little different than in previous years.....the games for the toddlers (birth to 5 years), cake walk and food will be in the fellowship hall. Games for children ages 6 and above will be held in the youth gym. Activities begin at 6:30 and will end at 8pm. (If you are interested in helping with any of the activities or in the clean-up aferward, please see our Children's and Youth Leader). Prizes and candy will also be available. Make plans to be there!

Wednesday night (Nov. 1st) the fellowship committee will meet after prayer meeting to set up tables and decorate for Homecoming on Sunday, Nov. 5th. If you are on the fellowship committee and are able to come and help, your assistance is greatly appreciated!

Speaking of preparing for Homecoming next Sunday, there will be a church-wide clean-up Sat., Nov. 4th. Those who are willing and able to help, please meet at the church Sat. morning at 8am. A list of needed supplies has been handed out. If you didn't receive one, then some of the items are as follows: brooms, rakes, pitchforks, pressure washer, waterhose, cleaning utensils, cleaning supplies, extender rods, ladders, leaf blowers, vacuums, pails/buckets, and cleaning rags. Let's all do our part to help make our church ready for Homecoming!

Homecoming is next Sunday, Nov. 5th. Remember that our former pastor and his family will be in attendance. He will also be the guest speaker for the worship service. Everyone brings their best dish and there is enough food for everyone. Would love to see you there!

**Remember....there will be NO evening services next Sunday night due to Homecoming.**

The Women on Mission have been busy collecting items for local schools. Some items that are needed are pencils, markers, colored pencils, and three ring binders.

We are also preparing for our annual West Virginia Christmas Program. Four different options are available this year. At the request of the churches, we will NOT be including the $5.00 love gift. If you are helping with cold kits, please place items in a large freezer bag. The deadline for our church is Sunday, November 26th. This is always a good form of ministry for our church. Let's strive to make this year even better! Some of the items that are needed are listed below:

Food box list: sugar, flour, rice, shortening, dried beans, soup, peanut butter, jelly, canned fruit, box meal, vegetables, dessert, cookies, crackers, cereal, canned meat.

Shoe box list: toys, school supplies, candy, toiletries, gloves, hats, games, etc. **(NO MONEY in boxes and please label each box with age and gender)**

Adult cold kits: Vitamin C, chicken soup, stocking hat, Tang, cough drops, Tylenol.

Bed clothes: quilts, blankets, comforters.

It has also been mentioned that NO CLOTHES be sent this time. Please allow God to speak to you and allow to assist in this ministry in a way that is pleasing to Him.

Ladies: The deadline is fast approaching for the Beth Moore Seminar in April 2007. The deadline is Nov. 1st and the cost of the tickets is $55.00. Please make sure you have your name and money turned in on time so you won't miss this wonderful opportunity. The seminar is Friday, April 13th from 7-9:30pm and Saturday, April 14th from 8:30am to noon. All ladies are encouraged to attend. Please see insert in your bulletin for the contact person in charge of this.

Also, don't forget to bring your canned good on Wednesday nights to help those in need in our community. This is the time of year to be thankful and what better way to show God's love than by giving to those in need.

The Instrumental group is rehearsing for another performance. They will be playing for us once again in November. They did such a terrific job last time, I am so looking forward to hearing them play again!

The adult choir has started practicing for the Christmas cantata. It will be held on Sunday, Dec. 17th at 6pm. If you wish to participate in the cantata, the choir practices each Sunday immediately following the evening worship service. We would love for you to join us.

Before I forget, the Senior Adults (XYZ) will have their Thanksgiving banquet Friday, Nov. 10th. A meal will be provided. Come and join in the food, fun and fellowship that evening beginning at 6:30pm.

I believe that covers everything (or most everything) I have for now. I hope your week is blessed. Take care and God bless!

Love in Christ,

Tina :-)