This Sunday in Worship
August 22, 2010
“The Church exists for mission as fire exists for burning.” So says one of the early Church teachers and preachers…, and a really profound and thought-provoking statement it is! I believe that mission defines our life together as a faith community, providing us with an outlet for the love we experience from God. We share with others – graciously and unconditionally – that which we have received, and we are the ones who are blessed.
This Sunday we celebrate our annual Mission Sunday, where three of our fine St. Andrew’s members share mission stories about the power of God at work in mission. You won’t to miss this great Sunday as we worship together, and enjoy the cookout after Sunday School.
I look forward to seeing you as we celebrate God’s call and our response.
Grace and peace,
Jack Knoespel
UPCOMING EVENTS AND CONCERNS
Church Wide “End Of Summer Cook Out”
Sunday August 22 at 12:00 Noon (following Sunday School)
Let’s all join together in the Family Life Center and playground to share a meal. Family Ministries will provide Hot Dogs and Drinks. You can help by bringing the side dishes. You can bring Vegetables, Salad, Starch or Dessert, or a combination of all. Just bring enough for you (and your family) plus 2 more.
Looking forward to a fun afternoon of eating, visiting and good old fellowship.
Salvation Army Women
Begining August 23 through Monday morning, August 30th St. Andrew’s will be hosting 12 women from the Salvation Army Shelter. We are in need of individuals and groups to sign up to set-up, feed, and clean up for this event. There are sign up sheets both in the Narthex and the FLC. Please check them out. Helping our neighbors is a great mission.
Men in the Mountains 2010
When: November 12-14 (Friday night- Sunday Lunch)
Where: Camp Harrison at Herring Ridge in Boomer NC
Who: Men, 18 and over who want to get off the treadmill for a couple days, renew their spirit, enjoy friendships, have some fun, face new challenges, connect with God, and decipher the code below.
Cost: Around $120 per person for the weekend including meals, and activities. (Scholarships are available)
Code: 1——–3———12———120———–3000 (what?)
Interested? We need to know soon so we can make reservations. We need at least 40 guys to get the camp. Want to help with the planning? Let us know that as well.
Reply now and save your place.
Showmars on Emerywood:
A GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD SPOT!
Feel great about eating at Showmars! Showmars on Emerywood supported our Summer Enrichment Camp at Montclaire School and our Montclaire Summer Meals. In all, Showmars gave us 3 free meals! Next time you stop by, make sure you tell George and the rest of the staff that you are from St. Andrew’s Church and we appreciate their generous spirit
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Prayer Requests for the First Day We invite all students (children, youth & adults) as well as school staff and parents to share any specific prayer requests on the first day of school. You may fill out a Prayer Request Sheet (located on a table in the narthex and family life center) or you can email a Prayer Request to sdevoid@standrewsumc.com. Children are welcome to email to this address!
First Day of School Prayers
Wednesday, August 25 9:00AM
Support our students, schools and parents! Know someone who is sending their child to school for the 1st time or to a different school? This is the perfect place to find support and encouragement. We will have specific prayer requests from our students and school staff. Child Care will be provided. Could you provide some kind of treat (muffins, cookies etc…)? Contact Sandy Devoid at sdevoid@standrewsumc.com
Celebration of Discipline Adult
Begins Wednesday
August
25 at 6:45-8:30pm
Our first adult study of the fall season begins very soon! Ruth Mauldin is leading this class. She is an excellent leader. You’ll explore 12 spiritual disciplines and have the chance to try these out in your life. Folks who have taken this study say it was one of the most meaningful classes they have ever attended. Sign up by emailing Sandy Devoid at sdevoid@standrewsumc.com or stopping by the Bible Study table in the Family Life Center or Narthex. Questions? Contact Ruth at ruthandme@carolina.rr.com or call the church office at 704-553-1327.
CPR&First Aid Training
Training will be offered at the church on Monday, August 30th at 9:00am. If you are interested in becoming certified, please call Amanda or Sandy to reserve your space. The cost is $35.
The Missions Committee
will meet on Sunday, August 22 at 4pm. This is a very important meeting!
Adult Studies at St.Andrew’s Church
Here’s a quick list of adult studies that will be offered here at St. Andrew’s this fall:
What’s in the Bible? Taught by Pastor Jack Knoespel. Wednesdays Oct. 6- Nov. 10 6:45-7:30pm
Power of a Praying Parent: Led by Kathy Yokeley. Wednesdays, Sept. 15-Dec. 8. 6:45-7:45pm
The Will of God: Answering the Hard Questions. Led by Karla Knotts. Women’s study. Tuesdays at 7pm beginnning Sept. 14
Disciple 1: An in depth 34 week study. Led by Dave & Susan Johnson
Bridges out of Poverty I: Led by Rev. Paul Hanneman from the Urban Ministry Center. Sept. 26 & Oct. 3 3-6pm. Christians looking at Poverty.
Bridges out of Poverty II: Nov. 7 & 14 3-6pm.
Thursday Morning Bible Study. Begins meeting in September. Led by Martha Murray
Men’s Bible Study: Begins meeting in September. Led by Terry Knotts.
To sign up for any of these, email sdevoid@standrewsumc.com, or stop by the table in the narthex or Family Life Center.
Summer Sunday School Continues!
Parents, thanks for teaching our children this summer! Check the schedule by emailing Sandy Devoid (sdevoid@standrewsumc.com). We know you have been blessed to spend time with our kids.
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Remember Remember Remember in Your Prayers
Pray for healing and strength for those who are sick: John Redfearn, Betty and Bob Reynolds, Charles Hege, Joe Harris Jack Grooms, Vernon Booth, Pat Turner, Bayo Ogundipe, Bill Niven, Anne Lisk, Christine Jelley and for all who are sick and homebound.
Pray for Duane Benfield, Gayle Smith’s father; Evon Helms, Pat Wolfe’s mother; Blake Tripp, Bob & Shirley Tripps son; Greg Russell, Suzette Grist’s brother-in-law; and Dolores Nixon, Pat Smather’s sister.