Announcements Week of April 18, 2010

AWANA Grand Prix

Apr 24 10am-2pm, Registration may occur on Wednesday nights before or after club & on Sunday mornings between services. Pinewood Derby car kits will also be available @ the registration tables for $5 each. This event is open to all who wish to participate!

Western North Carolina Via de Cristo

Bathed in grace, a weekend to start/renew/deepen your personal relationship with Christ. 2010 Spring Weekends: Men’s: Apr 22-25, Women’s : May 13-16. The cost of a weekend is $25/person. Questions? Ann Lashley 704-846-8150

Single's Bible Study & Dinner

Sunday's 5pm @ Dawn Theurer’s home. A Bible study called Facing Your Giants by Max Lucado. For info/directions: Dawn Theurer dmtheurer@msn.com

Trailblazer's Hike
Sat, April 24. Meeting @ SOJ @ 10am & carpooling to the US National Whitewater Center. The cost is $5 per car. We will plan to stop for lunch on the way back. Bring your own water & snacks if needed. For more info:

Dawn Theurer. dmtheurer@msn.com

Retreat at the Beach 2010: May 14 - May 16

Coastal Retreat Center, Isle of Palms, SC

We have ONE room left (two double beds). Rebecca Kelleher has a room with two double beds & is looking for a roommate. If you'd like to room with Rebecca or would like to reserve the remaining room, get your registration form to Sharon Eichler

Mission Trip to West Virginia + July 2010

If you are interested in going please contact Gary & Lissa Roseman, 704.849.0699 or Dan & Janie Owens 704.843.1280.

Adult Sunday School Opportunities

Sundays 9:50 am, Family Life Center

Current Events and Christian Response

Pastor Ed is leading a class for the next 2 weeks based on the 4th largest news magazine in America -- which gives a Christian perspective to culture and events in our world.

Becoming More than a Good Bible Study Girl

Is talking to God just another thing to check off on your to-do list? Enjoy special time with God, discover Scripture's life-changing words, learn how God uses disappointments for good, & embrace the joy of the Lord.

LeAnn Rice leann@proverbs31.org or 704.218.3251

Coupon Clippers:

Saving Money, Saving Faith
Bring scissors and Sunday paper (optional). Share a little life and a little faith, and save money! Paula Aulisi paulisi@carolina.rr.com 704.256.4484

The Blessing (A Parents’ Study)

Learn how to give your children the gift of unconditional love & acceptance. Book by Dr. John Trent & Gary Smalley. Karen Matson 704.238.0772

Coming Soon! : Higher Love (Marriage study)

Helps spell out strategies for dealing with the biggest threats couples face today - including anger, depression, sexual issues, & financial troubles.

Michele Bender michelebender@carolina.rr.com