Ligonier UMC Events and News...
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SUNDAY - CONTAGIOUS CHRISTIANITY: "Barriers and Bridges"
Sunday, November 18, 9 am & 10:30 am, Mount and CrossWalk Scripture Reading: John 20:24-29; Philippians 3:7-16 God isn't bothered by doubt but it bothers us. Many are skeptical because faith is subjective rather than objective. Our job as disciples is to find ways to overcome the barriers and build bridges that lead to life for the other CONTAGIOUS CHRISTIANITY: "Starting a Movement" Sunday, November 25, 9 am & 10:30 am, Mount and CrossWalk Scripture Reading: Colossians 1:3-14; Matthew 28:16-20 We need to be about building the kingdom of God - not the local church. When we build God's kingdom, we become partners with Jesus in his redemptive movement for all people! UPCOMING MEETINGS Tech Team Meeting, Sunday, Nov 18, 7:30 am, Fashion Farm MIRACLE TREE CHRISTMAS OFFERING They are in need of donations for infants for the upcoming Christmas holiday. If you can provide diapers, wipes, and infant toys please bring these items to the church office. Thank you. PLAY AN INSTRUMENT????? We are looking for musicians for a special piece at our Christmas Eve service. Contact Benji Alcala, 260-221-0152. MEN’S UPCOMING RETREAT! Saturday & Sunday, January 12 – 13, Blue Gate Garden Inn There are sign up sheets at both buildings. If you have questions, see Cody Cripe. The cost is $80. This would make an awesome Christmas gift for someone. WOMEN’S UPCOMING RETREAT! Friday – Sunday, January 18 – 20, Blue Gate Garden Inn The speaker this year is Sheri Ohler, and the topic is Women of the Bible. There are sign up sheets at both buildings and the cost is $125 for the weekend. This would make an awesome Christmas gift for someone. BRIGHTPOINT NEEDS YOUR HELP Our Head Start children are in need of nice warm mittens and hats for outside time at school. We would greatly appreciate your help! Thank you so much! Nicki Carteaux, Center Supervisor/Teacher ZUMBA DANCE CLASSES AT THE MOUNT! Every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings from 6 to 7 pm Zumba will meet at the Mount in the Fellowship Hall. The first class is free. After that, its $5 per class or $25 for the month. If you enjoy salsa music and dancing, please come out and join in the fun! BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION These are a small rectangle that says “box top for education.” For every box top received, they get $ .10 for their classrooms. Containers for these are at both buildings. BLAST/SURGE/XPLODE!!!!! – Student Ministries Wednesdays, 6- 8 pm, CrossWalk Volunteers are always needed and appreciated! Contact Cody Cripe or the church office if you can help. LIFE AND FAMILY SERVICES CURRENT NEEDS They have an urgent need for size 5 and 6 diapers as well as baby wipes and warm winter clothing for children (especially coats, size 18 months to 5 years; gloves and hats, shoes and boots toddler and children sizes). There will be a tote for these items at the Mount. You can bring items between 9 and 3 pm, Monday through Thursday. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, The Cromwell-Kimmell Lions Club will be holding their annual Feather Party on November 16 at the Cromwell Community Center. The Feather Party features food, door prizes, 50/50 cash raffle and bingo. The time of the event is 6:00 pm until 8:30 pm. Food will be served at 6:00 with bingo following at 6:30 pm. Proceeds from this event will go towards the scholarship fund for West Noble Seniors and other community projects. The West Noble Leo Club will have a bake sale during the Feather Party. There will be many homemade goodies to choose from so stop by and have a look. Proceeds from the bake sale will go towards furnishing meals for those in need at Thanksgiving. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... NOBLE COUNTY FOSTER PARENT SUPPORT GROUP Attn: Colette McConnell 3720 E 400 S, Albion, IN 46701 260-693-3449 or 260-341-3568 Dear Friends: Once again it's that time to think about Christmas. I know some of you have been very supportive in the past in providing for the children who have bee removed from their home for abuse or neglect. The Noble County Foster Support Group would like to continue the tradition of giving gifts to the children in foster homes this Christmas. We are asking for donations of either money or toys for the children in foster care or relative care. I am the chairperson again this year, and my name is Colette McConnell. My phone numbers I can be reached at are listed above as well as my address. Please contact me before November 19th, regarding any donations you would like to make for this event. We thank you so much for your interest in supporting and making Christmas a special time for the children in care. It is a rough time for these children, and we appreciate so much your desire to help. Thank you in advance for your generosity. Sincerely, Colette McConnell ............................................................................................................................................................................................ ONLINE RESOURCES The following is a list of resources where you can go for daily devotions and scripture:
Toothpaste Toothbrushes Men & Women Deodorant Shampoo & Crème Rinse Bar Soap Toilet Paper You can bring these items to the church office if you prefer, and we will make sure they get to Stone's Hill Church, or you can drop them off there directly. |