Announcements

RETURN OF THE WOLFES—Tim and Evelyn Wolfe are missionaries throu SCORE International, in the Dominican Republic. The Wolfe's were sent out from our church, and it is a privilege to have them back home. They will be joioning us October 14th. Here are ways you can encourage them:

card shower- Please see the "cornucopia" on the Outreach board (in the narthex). Grab an item and return the gift card (with an encouragement card!)to the office by October 7th.

October 14th, AM- Tim and Evelyn will be sharing with us during the morning service. Tim will also be sharing from God's Word during Sunday School.

October 14th, PM- the Wolfe's will return at 6:30 that evening to share what has been happening on the mission field.

PIERCES-Daniel asked us to pass on the following message:
Dear Family of Grace,
You will never know how much last weekend meant to Teressa and me! What a wonderful time we had seeing and talking with you. It was a reminder of just how precious you all are to us. We love you beyond measure and hold you all so dear to our hearts. We know that the Lord has much blessing and joy for you as you encourage one another and share our Lord Jesus with Darke County and the world. May He continue to receive glory and praise through your devotion to Him. Our prayers are with you all and eagerly wait to see you again.

Once again thank your for you prayers for Elizabeth and our family.

Daniel and Teressa

Daniel and Teressa's new contact information is as follows;

Daniel & Teressa Pierce
PO Box 71
Murphy, NC 28906
danpierce@mac.com
828.361.7153 (Daniel's cell)
828.361.5381 (Teressa's cell)

Also, be sure to check in on Elizabeth's blog for further updates on her health.

DIVORCE CARE-Monday nights from 7-9PM

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITY-We are currently seeking to develop a ministry team in the area of Children's Music. If you enjoy working with children and are musically, dramatically, artistically, or technically inclined, please prayfully consider the following opportunities for service:

Children's Church Weekly Worship--song leadedrs and sound/powerpoint technicians in weekly times of worship during the Children's Church portion of 2nd service (~11:30-11:45). The goal would be to have a rotation of teams once a month.
Special Programs--an as-needed team of various helpers working on seasonal and other special music. Would include working with drama, choir, costuming, set design, hand bell directing, and choreography. There will be an informational meeting on September 30th, from 10:45-11:15 in the Children's Church room. Any questions, contact Shelly Warner at 692.6577 or swarner87@core.com.

JOY OUTING (Senior Adult Ministry)-will be having lunch at Farmer Brown's on October 6th at 11am and then will go to the Bear's Mill Fall Festival.

LIFE GROUPS-If you thought the beginning of the fall would mean the end of our nagging you about LIFE Groups, you were wrong. Seriously, we can’t encourage you enough to experience all the “one anothers” that Scripture describes through this ministry. LIFE Groups are just starting up, and it is not too late to join. Just fill out a green card on the table and return it to the office. We’ll take care of the rest.

SUNSHINE BAG-We encourage you to continue to shower Chris and Stacy Mortensen with love and prayers. There is a bag on the table in the narthex that provides ideas for ways to encourage them. Simply grab a copy of the list attached to the bag, purchase the items and attach an encouragement card, and return to the bag.

HELP NEEDED-If you have "carpenter skills," we are looking for someone to help build risers (nesting boxes made out of plywood) for our haoliday decorations. If you think you could be of assistance, please contact Kay Sloat (548.3714) or the office.

FINANCIAL REPORT-
Weekly Budget: $6458
Average Weekly Giving: $6009