September 26 -Weekly Announcements

Announcements  

103^rd Birthday Party for Georgia Jones

Sat, Oct 16; 4:30-6:30pm.  Come celebrate Georgia Jones’ 103rd birthday!  Everyone is welcome! Potluck dinner!

Middle School & High School Girls Small Groups

Sun Oct 3; 12:45  informational meeting for all girls and their parents to learn more about these Bible studies.  Lunch will be provided, RSVP by Oct 2. 

Contact Katareena Done: 704.989.3990; kdone2010@windstream.net

Young Adults Potluck & Game Night

Sat, Oct 2, 6pm

At Pastor Ed & Mary Louise’s house. Bring your favorite dish and a game. Everyone 18 to 30’s invited. Questions? Kristen Sigmon 704.821.8494  kristen.sigmon@gmail.com

Sandra’s Second Wind

Thurs, Nov 4, 6:30-9:30pm;  $20 per ticket. Silent Auction & Outback Dinner in honor of Sandra Cook. Come have fun & shop from a wide selection of fun & unique items, from dinner gift certificates to all-inclusive vacations! (Babysitting will not be available, no children please.) For tickets, or for one of the great Sandra's Second Wind tye-dye T-shirts, contact Angela Carlson  704.957.6259m or carlson5@windstream.net

Christmas Cantata

Practice Thursdays @ 7pm

Praise Band

Thursdays, 6pm in the sanctuary.

Coat Drive

In the month of October, as the colder weather approaches, Missions will again be collecting coats, sweaters, & sweatshirts for those less fortunate.

Wanted: New Soup Kitchen Coordinator

SOJ is responsible for third Sunday of the month.  Coordinator only needs to make sure there is someone signed up and give a reminder call to volunteers. (If someone forgets you provide the meal) Questions?

LeAnn Rice 704-218-3251 or Vickie Cecil 704-254-4726

SOJ Handbells

Begins TONIGHT in the music room.  Can you read music? Have you rung handbells before? Do you want to make a joyful noise unto the Lord?  Are you free Sunday evenings?  If you answered "yes" to 1 or more questions, please consider joining us!  More info: Jessica Bustamante jbustamanteripper@gmail.com 

Culinary School

Sat, Oct 30 at the Community Culinary School of Charlotte. We need at least 6 Thrivent members, for Thrivent to pay half of our supplies, meaning we can donate more!  We plan to build steps, reseal a floor, build picnic tables, do yard cleanup, landscape – that is, a variety of skills needed! Ann Lashley 704.846.8150.

Small Groups

Small Groups have kicked off for the fall! If you're not yet in a group, grab a green handout in the narthex & check out what we have going on! See Kristen Sigmon for questions/details or contact @ 704.821.8494 or kristen.sigmon@gmail.com

Poverty Simulation

Sun, Oct 3; 5-7pm; FLC; Spirit of Joy Mission Committee is inviting you to walk a mile in the shoes of those facing poverty by participating in Crisis Assistance Ministry’s Poverty Simulation.  Services include a Bank, Food Pantry, General Employer, etc. Please sign up in the Narthex at church by Sept 27. Questions? Contact Mary or John Hejka (704) 846-4426 or Bill Roberts 704-821-1894.

Flu Shots

Sun, Oct 10; 9:30-11:30am; Union County Health Department will be administering free flu shots!

G.U.Y.S. Lutheridge Fall 2010 Project

Volunteer workers needed @ Lutheridge Nov 5 &/or Nov 6 for Maintenance Facility lighting & shelving upgrade projects.  Please see sign-up sheet on G.U.Y.S. bulletin board for arrival & departure options; food & lodging provided.  Donations for materials will be accepted – please make checks out to SOJ with “GUYS Lutheridge” as memo. Contact Dan Owens (704) 843-1280 or Dave Hiza (704) 882-3480. 

Address Update: College-Age Young Adults

Submit new addresses to receive newsletters & a care package. spiritofjoy@webkorner.com, 704-821-8494.

Pray for Our Country

Mon Nights 6:30pm-7:30pm; Gather @ Jan & Bob Smith’s: 4301 Wesley Chapel Rd. Questions?  Jan Smith 651-7812; 9/27  The Increasing Unemployment in our land - Philippians 4:19

Poverty Simulation

Could you survive a month in poverty?

Over 34 million Americans, 12 million of whom are children under the age of 18, live in poverty every day. Many more have incomes above the poverty line, but their incomes are still low enough to qualify for programs like Food Stamps and Medicaid. The recent economic downturn has seen unemployment rates rise and the use of emergency food pantries increase. It is difficult for those of us who have enough to truly understand the situations that families living in poverty experience every day – the decisions they have to make, and the fears and frustrations they feel.

Spirit of Joy's Mission Committee is inviting you to walk a mile in the shoes of those facing poverty by participating in Crisis Assistance Ministry’s Poverty Simulation. During the simulation participants assume the roles of up to 26 different families facing poverty. The task of each of family is to provide for basic necessities and shelter during the course of four 15 minute weeks with the help of community services. Services include a Bank, Food Pantry, General Employer, Pawnbroker, Grocery, Welfare Office, Police Station and Utilities and Rent Payment Centers. Scenarios are created based on real time poverty statistics, cost of living, average rent, etc. The activity includes an introduction and briefing, poverty simulation exercise, and a debriefing period in which participants and volunteer staffers share their feelings and experiences. As one participant commented,

"This simulation dramatically demonstrates how much time and energy many families have to give just to survive from day to day. It quickly dispels the myth that people would do fine if they would only go out and get a job!"

Please join us for this incredible experience.

· When: 5 PM to 7 PM on Sunday, October 3, 2010

· Where: Spirit of Joy Fellowship Hall

Please RSVP by signing up at a table in the Narthex at church by September 27.

We look forward to your participation!

If you have any questions, please contact

Mary or John Hejka (704) 846-4426

or

Bill Roberts 704-821-1894.

Announcements Week of September 5, 2010

General Fund Financials

Avg Weekly Need: $9,222

Last Week’s Giving: $4,571

Avg Giving This Year: $8,531

AWANA – Teaching our children to Know, Love & Serve the Lord Jesus Christ!

Open to all kids ages PreK-5th grade. Club begins meeting on Wed, Sept 8^th ; 6pm-7:30pm. Please contact Janie Owens 704-843-1280.

Adult Rally Dinner
Sat, Sept 11, 6-8 pm; Family Life Center. Free Dinner, Free Child Care and Great Fellowship Opportunities to step up for service. A Thrivent Sponsored evening with a guest speaker! Reservations needed. *

Youth Praise Band

Starts Wed, Sept 8, 5:30‑7:00pm; Every Wednesday in the Sanctuary.

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.

Needed: T.V.'s (19-25"), DVD players, & VCR's

All for our many kids', youth, & adult activities, Sunday School & small groups. Don't have to be new but working. Contact the office if you’d like to donate.

Address Update: College-Age Young Adults

Submit new addresses to receive newsletters & a care package. spiritofjoy@webkorner.com, 704-821-8494.

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; 9/6 Labor Day, No Meeting

Announcements Week of August 29, 2910

Youth Group 2010

5-7 pm; Grades 6 – 12. Every Sunday except holidays.

Kids Rally Day KICK-OFF!

Pre-school - H.S.

TODAY!, 9:45-11am; Sign-up for : Sunday School, AWANA, 1st Decade Choir, Praise Band, Acolyte, Usher, Sound & Projection, etc. SNACKS, GAMES, BALLOONS, & PRIZES!

Fantasy Football

Draft: Sunday, TODAY, 12:45pm in Pastor's Office. Bring a snack to share. Email your interest to pastored@webkorner.com

Blessing of Animals

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

Ice Cream Sunday
Sept 5, after the outdoor service & "Blessing of the Animals"

AWANA – Teaching our children to Know, Love & Serve the Lord Jesus Christ!

Open to all kids ages PreK-5th grade. Club begins meeting on Wed, Sept 8^th ; 6pm-7:30pm. Please contact Janie Owens 704-843-1280.

Adult Rally Dinner
Sat, Sept 11, 6-8 pm;Family Life Center. Free Dinner, Free Child Care and Great Fellowship Opportunities to step up for service. A Thrivent Sponsored evening with a guest speaker! Reservations needed. * On back

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.

Needed: T.V.'s (19-25"), DVD players, & VCR's

All for our many kids', youth, & adult activities, Sunday School & small groups. Don't have to be new but working. Contact the office if you’d like to donate.

Address Update: College-Age Young Adults

Submit new addresses to receive newsletters & a care package. spiritofjoy@webkorner.com, 704-821-8494.

Interested in Starting a Small Group?

We're looking for leaders for women, men, single parents, & to lead studies on topics like forgiveness, anger, stress, prayer, etc. kristen.sigmon@gmail.com.

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; 8/30 Pray for God to help America during our current financial crisis, Deuteronomy 8:18

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 asap. It is a wonderful way to grow & heal past hurts.

When God's People Pray
Fri 8:30 - 10 am; Mixed group (men & women). Snacks @ church (P1 & P2)For more info, Dave Drehs 806-8316

Adult Sunday School Opportunities

20s & 30s Coffee and Conversation Meet at 10:00 am in Kristen's office. Get to know other 20s & 30s @ SOJ and grow in faith! Meets 2nd & 4th Sundays during summer. High school grads join us!Kristen 704.635.0381, Kristen.sigmon@gmail.com.

Fall Sunday School begins again September 12^th

Announcements Week of August 22, 2010

Youth Group 2010
Starting August 22, 5-7 pm
Grades 6 – 12. Every Sunday except holidays grades 6 - 12
Parents Meeting too! Aug 22, 5pm
We want to explain the year & significant improvements to an already strong program.

Kids 2010 Rally Day KICK-OFF! Pre-school - H.S.
Aug 29, 9:45-11am; Sign-up for : Sunday School, AWANA, 1st Decade Choir, Praise Band, Acolyte, Usher, Sound & Projection, etc. SNACKS, GAMES, BALLOONS, & PRIZES!

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

Ice Cream Sunday
Sept 5, after the outdoor service & "Blessing of the Animals"

AWANA – Teaching our children to Know, Love & Serve the Lord Jesus Christ!
Clubber registration begins TODAY. Open to all kids ages PreK-5th grade. Club begins meeting on Wed, Sept 8th ; 6pm-7:30pm. Please contact Janie Owens 704-843-1280.

Adult Rally Dinner
Sat, Sept 11, 6-8 pm; Family Life Center. Free Dinner, Free Child Care and Great Fellowship Opportunities to step up for service. A Thrivent Sponsored evening with a guest speaker! Reservations needed.

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.

Needed: T.V.'s (19-25"), DVD players, & VCR's
All for our many kids', youth, & adult activities, Sunday School & small groups. Don't have to be new but working. Contact the office if you’d like to donate.

Address Update: College-Age Young Adults
Submit new addresses to receive newsletters & a care package. spiritofjoy@webkorner.com, 704-821-8494.

Interested in Starting a Small Group?
We're looking for leaders for women, men, single parents, & to lead studies on topics like forgiveness, anger, stress, prayer, etc. kristen.sigmon@gmail.com.

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; 8/23 Pray for God's intervention to turn the tide in America, 2 Chronicles 7: 12-15.

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 asap. It is a wonderful way to grow & heal past hurts.

When God's People Pray
Fri 8:30 - 10 am; Mixed group (men & women). Snacks @ church (P1 & P2)For more info, Dave Drehs 806-8316

Adult Sunday School Opportunities

20s & 30s Coffee and Conversation Meet at 10:00 am in Kristen's office. Get to know other 20s & 30s @ SOJ and grow in faith! Meets 2nd & 4th Sundays during summer. High school grads join us! Kristen 704.635.0381, Kristen.sigmon@gmail.com.

Fall Sunday School begins again September 12^th

Birthdays and Anniversaries!

Here are upcoming birthdays and anniversaries!

Birthdays:

August 8th
John Levan
Zach Martin

August 9th
Marilyn Cherry
Timmy Flanigan
Christopher Martin
Robbie Thomas

August 10th
Robert Beatty

August 11th
Jacob Hejka
Adam Lichtman

August 12th
Riley Charrette
Fredrick Hunt
Gary Roseman

August 14th
Emma Blair
Heather Eichler
Rebecca Gordon
Paul Kaperonis

August 15th
Bill Byrd
Vickie Cecil
Shelly Gordon
Victoria Ladd
Scott Sharman

August 16th
Catherine Bensch

August 17th
Marco Nordstrand

August 19th
Megan Kite
Kenza Shoemaker

August 20th
Chelsea Matson

August 21st
Lori Harder
Mary Lynn Kindberg
Joel Merritt

Anniversaries:

August 8th
David & Donna Cole

August 10th
Thomas & Ashley Burris

August 11th
David & Rebecca Gordon

August 13th
Dave & Janet Curtis

August 15th
Brain & Melissa Baumgartner
Ron & Linda Whitener

August 16th
Billy & Vickie Cecil

August 19th
Tim & Doreen Flanigan

August 20th
Roger & Suzanne Lineberger

August 21st
Ken & Patty Barnette

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.

Announcements Week of August 8, 2010

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.

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!

Altar Flowers

There are many dates available: Aug 22, 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; starting July 19. Anyone who wants to pray for America is welcome. Please bring your Bible. Week 1 will focus on Ps. 51, personal preparation to become prayer warriors. We will gather @ Jan & Bob Smith’s: 4301 Wesley Chapel Rd. Questions? Call Jan Smith 704-651-7812; 8/9 Pray for God to open the eyes of our fellow Americans, Ps. 73

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.

Hope Sunday

4 of the 10 World Vision children have been sponsored. If you would like to sponsor one of the remaining children please contact me within the next week @ SEichler@carolina.rr.com.

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

Water the Flowers – Care for Water Fountain

Youth, Adults or families that would like to help us water the flowers, landscaped area and put water in the water fountain, call office 704-821-8494.(4 volunteers each water once a week)

Coins for Cooling

Bring coins. Jar in Narthex. Money goes to fix air conditioning.

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.

Adult Sunday School Opportunities

Sundays 9:50 am, Family Life Center

20s & 30s Coffee and Conversation Meet at 10:00 am in Kristen's office. Get to know other 20s & 30s @ SOJ and grow in faith! Meets 2nd & 4th Sundays during summer. High school grads join us!Kristen 704.635.0381, Kristen.sigmon@gmail.com.

Birthdays and Anniversaries!

Celebrating Birthdays this week:

August 2nd:
Kim Ries
Tara Vanerstrom
Tom Wilson

August 3rd:
Jonathan Baumbarger
Lindsey Cook
Christine Kindberg

August 4th:
David Gordon
Madison Pierotti

August 5th:
Gary Stansell

August 6th:
Bret Beamesderfer
Tami Eklund

August 7th:
Connie Beamesderfer
Clark Harm
Whitney Harrison
Katherine Kukor

Celebrating Anniversaries

August 4th:
Jimmy & Kim Parker
Stuart & Lisa Samuels

August 7th:
David & Kari Carr
Daniel & Janie Owens

Announcements Week of July 25th

General Fund Financials

Avg Weekly Need: $9,222

Last Week’s Giving: $6,937

Avg Giving This Year: $8,531

Pray for Our Country
Mon Nights 6:30pm-7:30pm; starting July 19. Anyone who wants to pray for America is welcome. Please bring your Bible. Week 1 will focus on Ps. 51, personal preparation to become prayer warriors. We will gather @ Jan & Bob Smith’s: 4301 Wesley Chapel Rd. Questions? Call Jan Smith 704-651-7812

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.

Hope Sunday
4 of the 10 World Vision children have been sponsored. If you would like to sponsor one of the remaining children please contact me within the next week @ SEichler@carolina.rr.com.

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

Congregation Work Day
Saturday, July 31, Join us for our next congregation work day. Watch for the Task List, which will be posted a couple of weeks prior. If you have suggestions, please send them to Scheduling@webkorner.com

Summer Fellowship
August 1, 9:50am, join us in Family Life Center for Salad Sunday. Bring a Salad to share!

Water the Flowers – Care for Water Fountain
Youth, Adults or families that would like to help us water the flowers, landscaped area and put water in the water fountain, call office 704-821-8494.(4 volunteers each water once a week)

Coins for Cooling
Bring coins. Jar in Narthex. Money goes to fix air conditioning.

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.

Vacation Bible School

Aug 2-6, 9-11:30am; For Preschool to rising 5th graders. Bible stories, games, dance & drama

Old Fashioned "Tent" Revival

Wed Night Aug 4;Family Potluck 6-6:30pm

Revival in Family Life Center 6:30-8pm

Pastor Reggie from Living Water Lutheran Church will be a preaching. The VBS children will perform a song and dance! Gospel music.

REGISTRATION HELPS US PLAN!

Email the information below to: thececils270@yahoo.com

· Child’s Name & Grade

· Parent’s Name & Phone Number

· Any Allergies

· How Many Will Attend the Potluck

Announcements Week of July 18th

General Fund Financials

Avg Weekly Need: $9,222

Last Week’s Giving: $5,828

Avg Giving This Year: $8,531

Breakfast by the GUYS
TODAY, 9:50am, Family Life Center. Our men’s group makes a fantastic breakfast!(Free will offering for breakfast) Guests and visitors welcome!

Pray for Our Country
Mon Nights 6:30pm-7:30pm; starting July 19. Anyone who wants to pray for America is welcome. Please bring your Bible. Week 1 will focus on Ps. 51, personal preparation to become prayer warriors. We will gather @ Jan & Bob Smith’s: 4301 Wesley Chapel Rd. Questions? Call Jan Smith 704-651-7812

Hope Sunday
4 of the 10 World Vision children have been sponsored. If you would like to sponsor one of the remaining children please contact me within the next week @ SEichler@carolina.rr.com.

New Bible Study- When God's People Pray
Starting Jul 16, Fri 8:30 - 10 am; Mixed group (men & women). Snacks provided. Location: Church (P1 & P2)For more info, Contact Dave Drehs 704-806-8316

Congregation Work Day
Saturday, July 31
Join us for our next congregation work day. Watch for the Task List, which will be posted a couple of weeks prior. If you have suggestions, please send them to Scheduling@webkorner.com

Summer Fellowship
August 1, 9:50am, join us in Family Life Center for Salad Sunday. Bring a Salad to share!

Vacation Bible School
August 2-6, 9am-11:30am
First Call is for Volunteers!
Before we sign up kids and to make this happen, we must have the following coordinators (and assistants):
Music for VBS
Music for revival night
Bible story
Preschool
Games/Drama/Dance
If you would like to coordinate any of the above, contract Mary Hejka at 704/846-4426 or hejka@aol.com

Water the Flowers – Care for Water Fountain
Youth, Adults or families that would like to help us water the flowers, landscaped area and put water in the water fountain, call office 704-821-8494.(4 volunteers each water once a week)

Coins for Cooling
Bring coins. Jar in Narthex. Money goes to fix air conditioning.

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.

Announcements Week of July 4th

General Fund Financials

Avg Weekly Need: $9,222

Last Week’s Giving: $4,933

Avg Giving This Year: $8,531

VBS August 2-6

9am-11:30am

First Call is for Volunteers

Before we sign up kids and to make this happen, we must have the following coordinators (and assistants):

Music for VBS

Music for revival night

Bible story

Preschool

Games/Drama/Dance

If you would like to coordinate any of the above, contract Mary Hejka at 704/846-4426 or hejka@aol.com

Fourth of July + Knights Game/Fireworks

TONIGHT!! 7:15pm Game Time.

Whole church family’s invited for baseball & Fireworks - Sky Show following the game. Get your tickets now! $10 per person. We must purchase tickets soon, so email your reservation: spiritofjoy@webkorner.com or call church office 704-821-8494

Water the Flowers – Care for Water Fountain

Youth, Adults or families that would like to help us water the flowers, landscaped area and put water in the water fountain, call office 704-821-8494.(4 volunteers each water once a week)

Coins for Cooling

Bring coins. Jar in Narthex. Money goes to fix air conditioning.

Council Meeting

July 12, Everyone is invited.

Loaves & Fishes

July 11, Help us feed those in need.

Stephen Ministry Applications

We are now accepting applications (in the Narthex) for anyone interested in serving the Lord in a one-on-one caring ministry. There is 50 hrs of training; classes will begin in the fall. If you have any questions contact Michele Bender 704-231-2815.

Mission Trip to West Virginia July 8-16

Please, pray for those planning and preparing for the Mission Trip. Also, pray for those who will be served on this trip. If you have questions call Gary & Lissa Roseman, 704.849.0699 or Dan & Janie Owens 704.843.1280.

Adult Sunday School Opportunities

Sundays 9:50 am, Family Life Center

20s & 30s Coffee and Conversation
Meet at 10:00 am in Kristen's office. Get to know other 20s & 30s @ SOJ and grow in faith!
Kristen 704.635.0381, Kristen.sigmon@gmail.com