Sunday, November 14, 2004
Locust Grove
Mennonite Church
A Journey with Jesus
29525 Findley Road, Burr Oak, MI 49030, 489-5041
November 14, 2004
Worship Gathering - 9:30 AM
Guiding Theme
I will give you words and wisdom. Luke 21:15
Welcome and Opening
Welcome, Call to worship and Prayer—Ben Younts
Praise Songs—Worship Team – Bryan Barnes, Ryan Brimmer, Katrina Hasbrouck, Bob & Rachael Hochstedler, Marty King, Bill Lederman, Jessilyn Troyer
Hearing God’s Word
Christian Greeting – Bill Lederman
Children’s Time – Louanne Younts
Scripture Reading – Psalm 98 – Charlie Patrick
Prayer – Ben Younts
Message – John Troyer
Song of Response –#367 – For the Healing of the Nations – Rachael Hochstedler
Celebrating God’s Work
Offering – Ben Younts, Katrina Hasbrouck
Hymn - #318 – Joy to the World – Rachael Hochstedler
Parent & Child Dedication – John, Sheila & Mandy Troyer, Jim Carpenter
Announcements, Sharing Time and Prayer – John Troyer
Praise Songs - Worship Team
Going Forth Into God’s Service
Benediction – John Troyer
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.
Sunday School – 11:00 AM
Evening Service – 6:00 PM – Cell Groups
Today’s Greeters & Ushers – Rich & Chris Oswald; Adam & Cathy Fellers, Abby & Isaiah
Nursery Staff –
Elders: Rich Oswald, chair; Greg Blucker, Adam Fellers, Marv Schwartz, Jake Schwartz
Secretary/Bookkeeper: Beth Miller
Counseling: Kurt Stevens, 651-7802
Church office hours: Tues-Thurs 9 AM-5 PM, Friday 9 AM-Noon. Closed Monday.
Jail Service – Bethel Baptist
Offerings & Attendance - 11/07/2004
Ministers: All who are a part of this body
Lead Pastor: John Troyer, 625-1127
Administrator: Bill Lederman, 651-7364
Pastors of Nurture: Jim & Faith Carpenter, 659-1866
Director of Worship: Chris Barnes, 651-1549
General Fund $ 3,321.08
Designations $ 696.70 which includes the special offer- ing and designations for Alms ($637.00)
AM attendance 195
CALENDAR
Wed. Nov. 17, 5:30 PM – Worship Team Practice
Wed. Nov. 17, 5:30 PM – Wednesday Connect. Soup & Sandwich
Wed. Nov. 17, 6:30 PM – Bible/Book Study
Thurs. Nov. 18 – WMSC
Thurs. Nov. 18, 6:00 PM – WMSC II
Sat. Nov. 20, 7-9:00 PM – Youth Core Scavenger Hunt
Sun. Nov. 21, 8:30 AM – Prayer Time
Sun. Nov. 21, Noon – JYF Fundraiser Meal
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Small Groups will meet Nov. 14 and 21. On Nov. 28 we will have “Face to Face” with John Troyer and Jim Carpenter at 6:00 PM.
ANNOUNCEMENTS, continued . . .
A rose is at the front of the sanctuary this morning to represent the child that is being dedicated.
The WMSC October project is Christmas boxes. These need to be turned in today. The November project is blankets and comforters for MCC. Khankeo Kerschner will be the hostess for the Nov. 18 meeting and Irene Troyer will have devotions.
Grace Fellowship is hosting a community Thanksgiving dinner and is hoping to serve 500. They are asking area churches to help provide the food. Food slips are on the library counter. Marjana Tribble has agreed to be the coordinator from Locust Grove. Her phone number is 651-1518 if you have any questions.
Youth Core Events –
Today, 5:30-8:00 PM – Mystery Supper at Leona & Clara Mullett’s
Sat. Nov. 20, 7-9:00 pm – Scavenger Hunt. Meet at the church.
Each Wednesday, 5:30-7:30 pm – Wednesday Connection
If you have questions, please contact one of the sponsors.
The JYF will be sponsoring another chicken noodle dinner on Sunday, Nov. 21. This will be a “by donation” fundraiser with homemade noodles and angel food cakes available to purchase. Noodles and cakes may be pre-purchased for $2.50/bag and $5.00/cake. See any JYFer or sponsor with your order.
Congratulations to Rick & Doris Bogen on the birth of their first grandchild. Kenna Hailey was born on Oct. 30 to Michelle & Andy Rohrer. She weighed 7 lb 1 oz and was 20 ¾ inches long. God’s blessings to this family.
Christmas is quickly approaching and it’s time to raise our voices and spread the joy of Christmas. Anyone who would like to sing this Christmas season in our very own Locust Grove Choir is invited to attend an organizational meeting next Sunday after the JYF luncheon. We will be singing many favorites and the ability to read music is not required. Please see Chris Barnes or Katrina Hasbrouck if you have any questions.
Next Wednesday, Nov. 17, will be the last night for Wednesday Connection until after the holidays. It will begin again on Jan. 12.
Ladies – If you lost a watch, check with the church secretary.
Dean Brubaker will be our guest speaker next Sunday morning. His sermon title will be “The Invisible Became Visible” and the scripture reading is Col. 1:11-22.
The church offices will be closed Nov. 25 & 26.
“We want to thank each one who helped contribute to the Marriage Retreat Fund. We raised $1,041 at our fund raiser dinner in October. We only need $200 more to send 20 couples to the retreat in February of 2005. Our marriages are so important and we thank each one of you.” - The Marriage Retreat Committee
ANNOUNCEMENTS, continued . . .
We are planning another “craft night” for Friday, Dec. 3 starting at 6:00 PM. You are welcome to scrapbook, work on Christmas cards, cross stitch or whatever. Just bring a snack to share and your own drink and enjoy an evening of fellowship!
Birthday Greetings go to: Nov. 22 – Ramona King; Nov. 23 – Merlin Mullett; Nov. 25 – Doug Schwartz, John Nunemaker; Nov. 26 – Mandy Troyer; Nov. 27 Melissa Bower; Nov. 28 – Matthew Hasbrouck
Anniversary Greetings go to: Nov. 25 – Marv & Betty Yoder; Nov. 28 – Paul & Shelly Kindig
PRAYER & DEVOTIONAL NOTES
Healing
- Betty Andersohn, Evelyn Blucker, Michael Eash, Art Eichorn, Cathy Fellers, Emily Franz, Gertie Hagen, Deb Julien, Bill Kerschner, Angie Litwiller, Ellen Oswald, Connie Pagels, Marv Schwartz, Anna Stauffer, Florence Wickey, Sylvanus Yoder
Local Ministry & Needs
- Our marriages and families
- St. Joseph County Jail Ministry
- Sympathy and prayers go to Terry & Alesia Walls and family. Terry’s grandfather, Guy Walls, passed away last week.
- College Students – Monica Lederman, Angie Litwiller, Carrie Martin
- Engaged Couples – Jaclyn Lederman & Joshua Suderman (Dec. 18, 2004);
- This week pray for LeRoy & Pauline Hochstetler. Their address is 63651 Klinger Lake Road, Centreville, MI 49032. Check the west bulletin board for pictures and information on their interests and activities. Pauline is scheduled for thyroid surgery tomorrow if she can get over her cold. Please remember Pauline during this time.
Other Ministries & Needs
- Our Missionaries - The Denlingers in Israel
- Pray for Sheldon & Cindy Sharp and their fundraising for their mission work in Alaska.
- Mission Network workers Neal & Janie Blough ask prayer for gift discernment and the restructuring of leadership and activities of the Chatenay Mennonite congregation in a suburb of Paris. Pray for the annual congregational meeting held next Sunday, Nov. 21, and for Janie & Neal who are involved with the life of the congregation.
Mennonite Church
A Journey with Jesus
29525 Findley Road, Burr Oak, MI 49030, 489-5041
November 14, 2004
Worship Gathering - 9:30 AM
Guiding Theme
I will give you words and wisdom. Luke 21:15
Welcome and Opening
Welcome, Call to worship and Prayer—Ben Younts
Praise Songs—Worship Team – Bryan Barnes, Ryan Brimmer, Katrina Hasbrouck, Bob & Rachael Hochstedler, Marty King, Bill Lederman, Jessilyn Troyer
Hearing God’s Word
Christian Greeting – Bill Lederman
Children’s Time – Louanne Younts
Scripture Reading – Psalm 98 – Charlie Patrick
Prayer – Ben Younts
Message – John Troyer
Song of Response –#367 – For the Healing of the Nations – Rachael Hochstedler
Celebrating God’s Work
Offering – Ben Younts, Katrina Hasbrouck
Hymn - #318 – Joy to the World – Rachael Hochstedler
Parent & Child Dedication – John, Sheila & Mandy Troyer, Jim Carpenter
Announcements, Sharing Time and Prayer – John Troyer
Praise Songs - Worship Team
Going Forth Into God’s Service
Benediction – John Troyer
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.
Sunday School – 11:00 AM
Evening Service – 6:00 PM – Cell Groups
Today’s Greeters & Ushers – Rich & Chris Oswald; Adam & Cathy Fellers, Abby & Isaiah
Nursery Staff –
Elders: Rich Oswald, chair; Greg Blucker, Adam Fellers, Marv Schwartz, Jake Schwartz
Secretary/Bookkeeper: Beth Miller
Counseling: Kurt Stevens, 651-7802
Church office hours: Tues-Thurs 9 AM-5 PM, Friday 9 AM-Noon. Closed Monday.
Jail Service – Bethel Baptist
Offerings & Attendance - 11/07/2004
Ministers: All who are a part of this body
Lead Pastor: John Troyer, 625-1127
Administrator: Bill Lederman, 651-7364
Pastors of Nurture: Jim & Faith Carpenter, 659-1866
Director of Worship: Chris Barnes, 651-1549
General Fund $ 3,321.08
Designations $ 696.70 which includes the special offer- ing and designations for Alms ($637.00)
AM attendance 195
CALENDAR
Wed. Nov. 17, 5:30 PM – Worship Team Practice
Wed. Nov. 17, 5:30 PM – Wednesday Connect. Soup & Sandwich
Wed. Nov. 17, 6:30 PM – Bible/Book Study
Thurs. Nov. 18 – WMSC
Thurs. Nov. 18, 6:00 PM – WMSC II
Sat. Nov. 20, 7-9:00 PM – Youth Core Scavenger Hunt
Sun. Nov. 21, 8:30 AM – Prayer Time
Sun. Nov. 21, Noon – JYF Fundraiser Meal
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Small Groups will meet Nov. 14 and 21. On Nov. 28 we will have “Face to Face” with John Troyer and Jim Carpenter at 6:00 PM.
ANNOUNCEMENTS, continued . . .
A rose is at the front of the sanctuary this morning to represent the child that is being dedicated.
The WMSC October project is Christmas boxes. These need to be turned in today. The November project is blankets and comforters for MCC. Khankeo Kerschner will be the hostess for the Nov. 18 meeting and Irene Troyer will have devotions.
Grace Fellowship is hosting a community Thanksgiving dinner and is hoping to serve 500. They are asking area churches to help provide the food. Food slips are on the library counter. Marjana Tribble has agreed to be the coordinator from Locust Grove. Her phone number is 651-1518 if you have any questions.
Youth Core Events –
Today, 5:30-8:00 PM – Mystery Supper at Leona & Clara Mullett’s
Sat. Nov. 20, 7-9:00 pm – Scavenger Hunt. Meet at the church.
Each Wednesday, 5:30-7:30 pm – Wednesday Connection
If you have questions, please contact one of the sponsors.
The JYF will be sponsoring another chicken noodle dinner on Sunday, Nov. 21. This will be a “by donation” fundraiser with homemade noodles and angel food cakes available to purchase. Noodles and cakes may be pre-purchased for $2.50/bag and $5.00/cake. See any JYFer or sponsor with your order.
Congratulations to Rick & Doris Bogen on the birth of their first grandchild. Kenna Hailey was born on Oct. 30 to Michelle & Andy Rohrer. She weighed 7 lb 1 oz and was 20 ¾ inches long. God’s blessings to this family.
Christmas is quickly approaching and it’s time to raise our voices and spread the joy of Christmas. Anyone who would like to sing this Christmas season in our very own Locust Grove Choir is invited to attend an organizational meeting next Sunday after the JYF luncheon. We will be singing many favorites and the ability to read music is not required. Please see Chris Barnes or Katrina Hasbrouck if you have any questions.
Next Wednesday, Nov. 17, will be the last night for Wednesday Connection until after the holidays. It will begin again on Jan. 12.
Ladies – If you lost a watch, check with the church secretary.
Dean Brubaker will be our guest speaker next Sunday morning. His sermon title will be “The Invisible Became Visible” and the scripture reading is Col. 1:11-22.
The church offices will be closed Nov. 25 & 26.
“We want to thank each one who helped contribute to the Marriage Retreat Fund. We raised $1,041 at our fund raiser dinner in October. We only need $200 more to send 20 couples to the retreat in February of 2005. Our marriages are so important and we thank each one of you.” - The Marriage Retreat Committee
ANNOUNCEMENTS, continued . . .
We are planning another “craft night” for Friday, Dec. 3 starting at 6:00 PM. You are welcome to scrapbook, work on Christmas cards, cross stitch or whatever. Just bring a snack to share and your own drink and enjoy an evening of fellowship!
Birthday Greetings go to: Nov. 22 – Ramona King; Nov. 23 – Merlin Mullett; Nov. 25 – Doug Schwartz, John Nunemaker; Nov. 26 – Mandy Troyer; Nov. 27 Melissa Bower; Nov. 28 – Matthew Hasbrouck
Anniversary Greetings go to: Nov. 25 – Marv & Betty Yoder; Nov. 28 – Paul & Shelly Kindig
PRAYER & DEVOTIONAL NOTES
Healing
- Betty Andersohn, Evelyn Blucker, Michael Eash, Art Eichorn, Cathy Fellers, Emily Franz, Gertie Hagen, Deb Julien, Bill Kerschner, Angie Litwiller, Ellen Oswald, Connie Pagels, Marv Schwartz, Anna Stauffer, Florence Wickey, Sylvanus Yoder
Local Ministry & Needs
- Our marriages and families
- St. Joseph County Jail Ministry
- Sympathy and prayers go to Terry & Alesia Walls and family. Terry’s grandfather, Guy Walls, passed away last week.
- College Students – Monica Lederman, Angie Litwiller, Carrie Martin
- Engaged Couples – Jaclyn Lederman & Joshua Suderman (Dec. 18, 2004);
- This week pray for LeRoy & Pauline Hochstetler. Their address is 63651 Klinger Lake Road, Centreville, MI 49032. Check the west bulletin board for pictures and information on their interests and activities. Pauline is scheduled for thyroid surgery tomorrow if she can get over her cold. Please remember Pauline during this time.
Other Ministries & Needs
- Our Missionaries - The Denlingers in Israel
- Pray for Sheldon & Cindy Sharp and their fundraising for their mission work in Alaska.
- Mission Network workers Neal & Janie Blough ask prayer for gift discernment and the restructuring of leadership and activities of the Chatenay Mennonite congregation in a suburb of Paris. Pray for the annual congregational meeting held next Sunday, Nov. 21, and for Janie & Neal who are involved with the life of the congregation.
