Sunday, October 10, 2004
Locust Grove
Mennonite Church
A Journey with Jesus
29525 Findley Road, Burr Oak, MI 49030, 489-5041
October 10, 2004
Worship Gathering - 9:30 AM
Guiding Theme
God, how awesome are your deeds. Psalm 66:3
Welcome and Opening
Welcome, Call to worship and Prayer—Mattie Miller
Praise Songs—Worship Team – Bryan Barnes, Ryan Brimmer, Bob & Rachael Hochstedler, Marty King, Merlin Mullett ,Bob Schrock, Jessilyn Troyer
Hearing God’s Word
Christian Greeting – Bob Schrock
Children’s Message – Leona Mullett
Scripture Reading – Psalm 111 – Marvin Yoder
Prayer – Mattie Miller
Message – “God, How Awesome Are your Deeds.” - Ross Weber
Song of Response - #118 – Praise God – Rachael Hochstedler
Celebrating God’s Work
Offering – Mattie Miller
Hymn – #102 – To God Be the Glory – Rachael Hochstedler
Announcements, Sharing Time and Prayer – Rich Oswald
Praise Songs - Worship Team
Going Forth Into God’s Service
Benediction – Rich Oswald
Postlude – Worship Team
Sunday School – 11:00 AM
Evening Service – Cell Groups
Welcome to Locust Grove! We’re glad to have you join us for our time of worship together. We would love to have you join us for Sunday school following the worship time. Sunday school is an important step in making further connections with a smaller group of people. Ask for help if you have any questions or need more information about our church.
Today’s Greeters & Ushers – Lloyd & Sharon Schrock; Mark & Debi Schrock, Gabe, Kalee and Ethan
Nursery Staff –
Elders: Rich Oswald, chair; Greg Blucker, Adam Fellers, Marv Schwartz, Jake Schwartz
Church office hours: Tues-Thurs 9 AM-5 PM, Friday 9 AM-Noon.
Secretary/Bookkeeper: Beth Miller
Jail Service – Pilgrim Fellowship/Sturgis Missionary
Offerings & Attendance - 10/03/2004
Ministers: All who are a part of this body
Lead Pastor: John Troyer, 625-1127
Pastors of Nurture: Jim & Faith Carpenter, 659-1866
Transitional Administrator: Paul Woods
Counseling: Kurt Stevens, 651-7802
General Fund $ 3,093.25
Designations $ 1,260.00
AM attendance 111
CALENDAR
Wed., Oct. 13, 5:30 PM – Worship Team Practice
Wed., Oct. 13, 5:30 PM – Wednesday Connect. Soup & Sandwich
Wed., Oct. 13, 6:30 PM – Bible/Book Study
Wed., Oct. 13, 7:30 PM – Elder Meeting
Thurs. Oct. 14 – John, Sheila & Mandy return from China
Sun. Oct. 17, 8:30 AM – Prayer Time
Sun. Oct. 17, 6:00 PM – Guess Who Is Coming to Supper
Sat. Oct. 23 – Home Improvement Fall Family Night
ANNOUNCEMENTS
The next Scrapbook Night will be Friday, Nov. 5 in the fellowship hall.
“Thanks for the many ways you have comforted and supported me during my time of loss. I feel so blessed.” – Cheryl Mast
Results of the balloting last Sunday: Funds for building consultation and architectural drawings (90% approval); Mennonite VS unit for Amigo Centre (99% approval).
ANNOUNCEMENTS, cont.
In two weeks we’ll be voting on the approval of Bill Lederman as our church administrator. The elders have approved his selection and are bringing the vote to the congregation. We’ll be voting during the morning service on Sunday, Oct. 24. By next Sunday an information sheet on Bill will be distributed through the mailboxes.
The next WMSC meeting will be Oct. 21. Erma Eash will be hostess and Emily Franz will have devotions. The October project is Christmas boxes.
WMSC II will be on Oct. 21 from 6-9:00 PM.
Mark & Debi Schrock and family have moved into their new home. Their address now is 26370 M-86, Sturgis, MI 49091 and phone is 467-7444.
The Jail Ministry Banquet will be Thursday, Oct. 21 at 6:30 PM at Calvary Chapel north of Sturgis.
John, Sheila and Mandy Troyer will arrive at the South Bend airport at 5:37 pm Michigan time on Thursday, Oct. 14. You are welcome to meet them at the airport. They will have several friends and family that are planning on being there and you may join them if you would like.
Sunday, Oct. 17 at Noon – Marriage Retreat Fund Raiser Hog Roast – Bring friends and family to enjoy a delicious hog roast dinner. Donations from the meal will support our Marriage Retreat in February. Donations will also be accepted through designations in the offering marked “Marriage Retreat”.
Saturday, Oct. 23 – Home Improvement Fall “Family Fun Night” Harvest Party at 6:00 PM – Enjoy games, a hayride, and a bonfire. Dress-up is optional, with a prize for the best costume. Bring hot dogs, buns, and finger food to the Sam Miller farm.
Fall Bazaars: LACS Fall Bazaar – Saturday, Oct. 30; New Covenant Church Bazaar – Saturday, Nov. 6 at 8:00 AM
Youth Core Events –
Sun., Oct. 10, 5-8:00 pm – Fun Night at Sheila Troyer’s
Sat., Oct. 23, 1-6:00 pm – Climbing wall/repelling in Middlebury
Sun., Oct. 24, 5-8:00 pm – Thank You Mystery Supper at Mullet’s
Each Wednesday, 5:30-7:30 pm – Wednesday Connection
If you have questions, please contact one of the sponsors.
Birthday Greetings go to: Oct. 18 – Matt Franz; Oct. 19 – Fran Eichorn, Oct. 20 – Glendon Miller; Oct. 21 – Menno Chupp, Dave Coblentz; Oct. 23 – Marilyn Schwartz, Kalee Schrock
Anniversary Greetings go to: There are no anniversaries Oct. 18-24.
PRAYER & DEVOTIONAL NOTES
Healing
-Evelyn Blucker, Michael Eash, Cathy Fellers, Bill Kerschner, Ellen Oswald, Connie Pagels, Marv Schwartz, Betty Andersohn, Sylvanus Yoder, Deb Julien, Emily Franz, Art Eichorn, Florence Wickey, Angie Litwiller
Local Ministry & Needs
- Our marriages and families
- St. Joseph County Jail Ministry
- College Students – Carrie Martin at Western Michigan University; Chad Miller at Michigan State University
- Engaged Couples – Jaclyn Lederman & Joshua Suderman (Dec. 18, 2004);
- Sympathy and prayers go to Cheryl Mast and family in the sudden death of her mother. May God continue to give them comfort.
- Sympathy also goes to Irene Troyer and family in the death of their beloved Clarence. Funeral services were here at Locust Grove yesterday, Oct. 9. May God give them comfort and strength.
- This week pray for Greg & Carolyn Gautsche and their daughter Kelsey (15). Their address is 376 Ember Rd., Coldwater, MI 49036. Check the west bulletin board for pictures and information on their interests and activities.
Other Ministries & Needs
- Our Missionaries - The Denlingers in Israel
- Pray for Sheldon & Cindy Sharp and their fundraising for their mission work in Alaska.
- Praise God for the graduation of seven Instituto Biblico Anabautista students on Oct. 16 in Omaha, NB, and five IBA students graduating on Oct. 31 in Brownsville, TX. Pray that these students will be instruments of blessing in their local churches and communities.
Action Notes from Sermon
(Please use this area to take any notes and include it in your devotional and prayer times this week.)
Mennonite Church
A Journey with Jesus
29525 Findley Road, Burr Oak, MI 49030, 489-5041
October 10, 2004
Worship Gathering - 9:30 AM
Guiding Theme
God, how awesome are your deeds. Psalm 66:3
Welcome and Opening
Welcome, Call to worship and Prayer—Mattie Miller
Praise Songs—Worship Team – Bryan Barnes, Ryan Brimmer, Bob & Rachael Hochstedler, Marty King, Merlin Mullett ,Bob Schrock, Jessilyn Troyer
Hearing God’s Word
Christian Greeting – Bob Schrock
Children’s Message – Leona Mullett
Scripture Reading – Psalm 111 – Marvin Yoder
Prayer – Mattie Miller
Message – “God, How Awesome Are your Deeds.” - Ross Weber
Song of Response - #118 – Praise God – Rachael Hochstedler
Celebrating God’s Work
Offering – Mattie Miller
Hymn – #102 – To God Be the Glory – Rachael Hochstedler
Announcements, Sharing Time and Prayer – Rich Oswald
Praise Songs - Worship Team
Going Forth Into God’s Service
Benediction – Rich Oswald
Postlude – Worship Team
Sunday School – 11:00 AM
Evening Service – Cell Groups
Welcome to Locust Grove! We’re glad to have you join us for our time of worship together. We would love to have you join us for Sunday school following the worship time. Sunday school is an important step in making further connections with a smaller group of people. Ask for help if you have any questions or need more information about our church.
Today’s Greeters & Ushers – Lloyd & Sharon Schrock; Mark & Debi Schrock, Gabe, Kalee and Ethan
Nursery Staff –
Elders: Rich Oswald, chair; Greg Blucker, Adam Fellers, Marv Schwartz, Jake Schwartz
Church office hours: Tues-Thurs 9 AM-5 PM, Friday 9 AM-Noon.
Secretary/Bookkeeper: Beth Miller
Jail Service – Pilgrim Fellowship/Sturgis Missionary
Offerings & Attendance - 10/03/2004
Ministers: All who are a part of this body
Lead Pastor: John Troyer, 625-1127
Pastors of Nurture: Jim & Faith Carpenter, 659-1866
Transitional Administrator: Paul Woods
Counseling: Kurt Stevens, 651-7802
General Fund $ 3,093.25
Designations $ 1,260.00
AM attendance 111
CALENDAR
Wed., Oct. 13, 5:30 PM – Worship Team Practice
Wed., Oct. 13, 5:30 PM – Wednesday Connect. Soup & Sandwich
Wed., Oct. 13, 6:30 PM – Bible/Book Study
Wed., Oct. 13, 7:30 PM – Elder Meeting
Thurs. Oct. 14 – John, Sheila & Mandy return from China
Sun. Oct. 17, 8:30 AM – Prayer Time
Sun. Oct. 17, 6:00 PM – Guess Who Is Coming to Supper
Sat. Oct. 23 – Home Improvement Fall Family Night
ANNOUNCEMENTS
The next Scrapbook Night will be Friday, Nov. 5 in the fellowship hall.
“Thanks for the many ways you have comforted and supported me during my time of loss. I feel so blessed.” – Cheryl Mast
Results of the balloting last Sunday: Funds for building consultation and architectural drawings (90% approval); Mennonite VS unit for Amigo Centre (99% approval).
ANNOUNCEMENTS, cont.
In two weeks we’ll be voting on the approval of Bill Lederman as our church administrator. The elders have approved his selection and are bringing the vote to the congregation. We’ll be voting during the morning service on Sunday, Oct. 24. By next Sunday an information sheet on Bill will be distributed through the mailboxes.
The next WMSC meeting will be Oct. 21. Erma Eash will be hostess and Emily Franz will have devotions. The October project is Christmas boxes.
WMSC II will be on Oct. 21 from 6-9:00 PM.
Mark & Debi Schrock and family have moved into their new home. Their address now is 26370 M-86, Sturgis, MI 49091 and phone is 467-7444.
The Jail Ministry Banquet will be Thursday, Oct. 21 at 6:30 PM at Calvary Chapel north of Sturgis.
John, Sheila and Mandy Troyer will arrive at the South Bend airport at 5:37 pm Michigan time on Thursday, Oct. 14. You are welcome to meet them at the airport. They will have several friends and family that are planning on being there and you may join them if you would like.
Sunday, Oct. 17 at Noon – Marriage Retreat Fund Raiser Hog Roast – Bring friends and family to enjoy a delicious hog roast dinner. Donations from the meal will support our Marriage Retreat in February. Donations will also be accepted through designations in the offering marked “Marriage Retreat”.
Saturday, Oct. 23 – Home Improvement Fall “Family Fun Night” Harvest Party at 6:00 PM – Enjoy games, a hayride, and a bonfire. Dress-up is optional, with a prize for the best costume. Bring hot dogs, buns, and finger food to the Sam Miller farm.
Fall Bazaars: LACS Fall Bazaar – Saturday, Oct. 30; New Covenant Church Bazaar – Saturday, Nov. 6 at 8:00 AM
Youth Core Events –
Sun., Oct. 10, 5-8:00 pm – Fun Night at Sheila Troyer’s
Sat., Oct. 23, 1-6:00 pm – Climbing wall/repelling in Middlebury
Sun., Oct. 24, 5-8:00 pm – Thank You Mystery Supper at Mullet’s
Each Wednesday, 5:30-7:30 pm – Wednesday Connection
If you have questions, please contact one of the sponsors.
Birthday Greetings go to: Oct. 18 – Matt Franz; Oct. 19 – Fran Eichorn, Oct. 20 – Glendon Miller; Oct. 21 – Menno Chupp, Dave Coblentz; Oct. 23 – Marilyn Schwartz, Kalee Schrock
Anniversary Greetings go to: There are no anniversaries Oct. 18-24.
PRAYER & DEVOTIONAL NOTES
Healing
-Evelyn Blucker, Michael Eash, Cathy Fellers, Bill Kerschner, Ellen Oswald, Connie Pagels, Marv Schwartz, Betty Andersohn, Sylvanus Yoder, Deb Julien, Emily Franz, Art Eichorn, Florence Wickey, Angie Litwiller
Local Ministry & Needs
- Our marriages and families
- St. Joseph County Jail Ministry
- College Students – Carrie Martin at Western Michigan University; Chad Miller at Michigan State University
- Engaged Couples – Jaclyn Lederman & Joshua Suderman (Dec. 18, 2004);
- Sympathy and prayers go to Cheryl Mast and family in the sudden death of her mother. May God continue to give them comfort.
- Sympathy also goes to Irene Troyer and family in the death of their beloved Clarence. Funeral services were here at Locust Grove yesterday, Oct. 9. May God give them comfort and strength.
- This week pray for Greg & Carolyn Gautsche and their daughter Kelsey (15). Their address is 376 Ember Rd., Coldwater, MI 49036. Check the west bulletin board for pictures and information on their interests and activities.
Other Ministries & Needs
- Our Missionaries - The Denlingers in Israel
- Pray for Sheldon & Cindy Sharp and their fundraising for their mission work in Alaska.
- Praise God for the graduation of seven Instituto Biblico Anabautista students on Oct. 16 in Omaha, NB, and five IBA students graduating on Oct. 31 in Brownsville, TX. Pray that these students will be instruments of blessing in their local churches and communities.
Action Notes from Sermon
(Please use this area to take any notes and include it in your devotional and prayer times this week.)
