Many Happenings!

Am sure most of you received your church newsletter today. If not, rest easy, it will arrive. In the meantime, here are some activities that are listed in the newsletter.

First off (and I mentioned this last night) is revival. It begins tomorrow (April 29th). Services will be held at the regular time (11am and 6pm). The guest speaker is a gentleman from the Orangeburg-Calhoun Association. He is the Director of Missions. Weekly services will begin at 7pm. A meal will be provided before the service begins at 7pm. The cost of the meal is $5.00 per person and is being served between 6-6:30pm.

The National Day of Prayer is Thurs., May 3rd. The community celebration begins at 7pm at the North High School football stadium. The ROTC of the high school, the North High School Band and the Livingston Christian Academy will join together, along with those in attendance, to stand in the gap for our nation. Our country and its leaders are in need of prayer. Times are changing always and without God and prayer, things will continue on a downward spiral. Satan does not need to win the battle he is trying to win. God will prevail in the end. But it is our duty as Christians to stand up for what is right.

The XYZ/Senior Adults will meet at 6:30pm Friday, May 11th. A meal will be provided and in honor of Memorial Day, there will be a retired Lt. Colonel as the guest speaker. This will be the last XYZ meeting until Sept. 14th, 2007.

A special day for moms has been selected. Not only on an annual basis, but by the Brotherhood of our church. These thoughtful men have decided to sponsor a "Muffins for Moms" fellowship time, Sunday, May 13th (Mother's Day). This will be a time for mom's to enjoy each other's company while enjoying some light refreshments. Childcare will be provided in the education building. Moms, come join in this time of food and fellowship May 13th from 9-9:30am in the fellowship hall. You are special not only on Mother's Day, but every day!

Our Youth and Children's Minister had also been very busy planning activities and such. Parents, remember to mark your calendars so your child can participate in the fun and fellowship. Saturday, May 19th will mark the Hawaiian Theme Party being held in the gym from 7-10pm. It is also open gym day.

June 3rd-6th is the week of Vacation Bible School. Classes are available for all ages.

SummerSalt is coming up. If you are still thinking about going or are planning to attend, the deposit is $40.00. Please contact the Minister of Students ASAP so he knows if he needs to order more spots or ask for a refund of spots already reserved. The last day for deposits will be Sunday, May 20th. If you need more information or would like to discuss something about the trip, please feel free to contact the MOS. He is happy to help you!

The youth are beginning 2 new studies on Wed. evenings. They will be learning from God's word on how to deal with the issues that teens face these days. We all are aware that times have changed since we were teens, now more than ever our young people need our love and support. A solid foundation based on Christ is extremely important! They will be going to the movies on Sunday evenings during their Discipleship Training time. They will be watching clips from some of the popular movies of today and years gone by to help learn Biblical Truths. Both of the studies sound very exciting. Encourage your young person to be in attendance!

Our MOS is also in the process of updating the Youth Release and Conduct forms. He is asking that parents return these to him as soon as possible. If you haven't received one, please be sure to see him in order to get one.

There will be a Youth Committee Meeting Sunday, May 6th and a Children's Committee Meeting Sunday, May 20th.

Deacon's Meeting to be held Sunday, May 6th at 8am.

The newsletter deadline is Tues., May 15th.

Men's Breakfast is Sunday, May 20th at 8am. All men are invited to attend this time of food and fellowship in the fellowship hall.

There will be a Music Committee Meeting Sunday, May 27th.

I hope you will enjoy the beautiful weather we have been blessed with today. Take care and God bless!

Love in Christ,

Tina :-)