Announcements Week of May 9, 2010

Memorial Day Tradition

On Memorial Day, SOJ has a tradition of honoring current & former servicemen & women. This year with our new projection capabilities, we'd like to show pictures of you, your kids, your dads, etc., in uniform! (If picture in uniform not available, send any picture.) Give us name, rank, branch of service, if in war, which one ... etc. & if any were killed in action. Send it to: pastored@webkorner.com

Coins for Cooling

Bring your coins on Sundays, place them in “Coins for Cooling Jar” in Narthex. Money will go towards air conditioning.

Graduate’s Name & School

Please, give the office your graduate’s name & name of high school or college. spiritofjoy@webkorner.com 704-821-8494

Blood Drive

Tues, May 18 3:00pm-7:30pm. Give the priceless gift. Sign up at the table in the Narthex. More info? Contact Pat Schell @

704-846-3253 or pschell@carolina.rr.com

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

Western North Carolina Via de Cristo

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

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

Handle With Care (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

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