Announcements Week of August 15, 2010

General Fund Financials

Avg Weekly Need: $9,222

Last Week’s Giving: $8,243

Avg Giving This Year: $8,531

Weave a Blanket: 4^th & 5^th Grade & VBS Shepherds

We had so much fun at VBS, many kids asked how to turn finger weaving into a cozy blanket. Want to join us. Call Sharon Eichler 704-821-2088 to reserve a spot next TODAY, 9:50-10:50am.

Kids 2010 Rally Day KICK-OFF!

Aug 29, 9:45-11am; Sign-up for- Spirit Time, AWANA, First Decade Choir, Praise Band, etc. SNACKS, GAMES, BALLOONS, and PRIZES!

Blessing of Animals

8:30am, Sun. Sept 5. Bring your animals for our Labor Day tradition – outdoor worship and animal blessing.

Adult Rally Dinner
Sat, Sept 11^th, 6-8 pm; (FELLOWSHIP HALL). Free Dinner, Free Child Care, Great Fellowship Opportunities to step up for service. And a Thrivent Sponsored evening with a guest speaker!

School Supply Drive

This Missions Committee is once again sponsoring a school supply drive in August. Please consider buying a little extra for those less fortunate.

Address Update: College-Age Young Adults

Give the office your young adults’ updated address so they can receive newsletters & a care package. spiritofjoy@webkorner.com, 704-821-8494

Altar Flowers

There are many dates available: Aug 29, Sept 5, Oct 24 Cost is $25. Please, return vases as we are down to 1 vase.(Vases are to be left at church-take flowers home in cans)

Pray for Our Country

Mon Nights 6:30pm-7:30pm; We will gather @ Jan & Bob Smith’s: 4301 Wesley Chapel Rd. Questions? Call Jan Smith 704-651-7812; 8/16 Pray for revival and spiritual awakening, Ps.85: 6-13

Journey to Freedom

Pastor Fran & Chet will be leading another Journey to Freedom class. It is co-ed & will begin the 2nd or 3rd week in Sept. Cost of materials is $85, payment plans can be arranged. Please let Pastor Fran know as soon as possible. It is a wonderful way to grow & heal past hurts.

New Bible Study- When God's People Pray
Fri 8:30 - 10 am; Mixed group (men & women). Snacks provided. Location: Church (P1 & P2)For more info, Contact Dave Drehs 704-806-8316

Stephen Ministry Applications

We are now accepting applications (in the Narthex) for anyone interested in serving the Lord in a 1-on-1 caring ministry. There is 50 hrs of training; classes will begin in the fall. Questions? Contact Michele Bender 704-231-2815.