SUMMER PLANS: Somewhere in time, summer used to represent relaxation and taking a break. Sure, the kids are out of school and you may have a vacation (or two) planned and yes, there's the Great Darke County Fair--but often these things can actually make our schedules busier.
As elders, we are praying that you do not take a "vacation" on your walk with the Lord. The following are some ways we encourage you to continue to grow during the summer months:
1) STRIVE TO JOIN US ON SUNDAYS--Weeks can easily get away. One week you're out of town. The next week, you had a long Saturday night. And then the next just seems like the perfect week to hit the lake. Before long, you've missed several weeks (and been missed) and your walk will be effected. Sure, we want you to feel the freedom to "get away," but also encourage you to consider how we may stimulate one another toward love and good deeds.
2) STUDY WITH OUR SUMMER SERMON SERIES--Yes, LIFEGroups are suspended for the summer. However, we still want you to be in the Word throughout the week. We've compiled a book, "His Foolish Wisdom," that we would love for every person to go through with us. We believe it will help keep you in the Word, help you be prepared for Sundays, and help strengthen Greenville Grace.
3) SIGN UP FOR A SUNDAY EVENING CLASS--Our adult Sunday School can only include one class during the school year (due to classroom space limitations), so we try to take advantage of smaller, more interactive classes during the summer. Sign up to join us for one of our "summer studies" and grow in a particular area of faith. (see insert for more information.)
4) SERVE WITH VBS--Join us in ministering to our kids and other kids in the community during VBS. There are a number of ways you can serve (even if you can't all week). See Tammy Detrich for more details.
5) RUTH/ROMANS--Ok, so we couldn't figure out how to start this one with an "s." (We know you love alliteration!) Men, you always have an open invitation to join us for our men's studies on Monday nights and Saturday mornings. Ladies, if you are still interested (and if you beg), I'm sure you could still be included in the women's study of Ruth.
We truly pray that you will not only find the summer change of pace to be refreshing, but that it will also give you an opportunity to grow in your love and devotion to Christ!
As elders, we are praying that you do not take a "vacation" on your walk with the Lord. The following are some ways we encourage you to continue to grow during the summer months:
1) STRIVE TO JOIN US ON SUNDAYS--Weeks can easily get away. One week you're out of town. The next week, you had a long Saturday night. And then the next just seems like the perfect week to hit the lake. Before long, you've missed several weeks (and been missed) and your walk will be effected. Sure, we want you to feel the freedom to "get away," but also encourage you to consider how we may stimulate one another toward love and good deeds.
2) STUDY WITH OUR SUMMER SERMON SERIES--Yes, LIFEGroups are suspended for the summer. However, we still want you to be in the Word throughout the week. We've compiled a book, "His Foolish Wisdom," that we would love for every person to go through with us. We believe it will help keep you in the Word, help you be prepared for Sundays, and help strengthen Greenville Grace.
3) SIGN UP FOR A SUNDAY EVENING CLASS--Our adult Sunday School can only include one class during the school year (due to classroom space limitations), so we try to take advantage of smaller, more interactive classes during the summer. Sign up to join us for one of our "summer studies" and grow in a particular area of faith. (see insert for more information.)
4) SERVE WITH VBS--Join us in ministering to our kids and other kids in the community during VBS. There are a number of ways you can serve (even if you can't all week). See Tammy Detrich for more details.
5) RUTH/ROMANS--Ok, so we couldn't figure out how to start this one with an "s." (We know you love alliteration!) Men, you always have an open invitation to join us for our men's studies on Monday nights and Saturday mornings. Ladies, if you are still interested (and if you beg), I'm sure you could still be included in the women's study of Ruth.
We truly pray that you will not only find the summer change of pace to be refreshing, but that it will also give you an opportunity to grow in your love and devotion to Christ!
MEN’S FELLOWSHIP--Join us this Saturday morning for our Men's Fellowship breakfast. Food will be served at 7 am and our study will follow.
VBS is coming, we need you to pre-register your children. Please stop by the VBS table and fill out a registration form today. We still need a few more small group leaders. We have a sign up for snacks and drinks that we need donated. They will need to be delivered by Sunday Morning June 14th. If you are unable to help the week of VBS and would like some other way to help, we have a sign up for those of you that would like to help us offset the cost of supplies. For more information, please see the VBS table in the narthex or contact Tammy Dietrich at 548-6811 or jeffntammyd1@gmail.com . Please be sure and pick up invitations for your friends and family at the table as well.
WOMEN’S SUMMER STUDY--Ladies, starting June 10 (am study) and June 11 (pm study) a eight week study of Ruth will begin. We strongly encourage you to go by the table in narthex to sign-up today if you will be taking the study.
SUMMER STUDIES--If you are interested in the Summer Studies, they will be on Sunday nights starting June 28-August 9 at 6:30pm here at Grace. Sign-up sheets are on the table in narthex.
BAPTISM--Baptism is a wonderful opportunity to make a outward, visible confession of an inward reality of your faith in Christ. If you know Christ as your Savior and have not participated in baptism, you (and our church) are missing out on a tremendous blessing. If you are interested in being baptized, we encourage you to call the office and arrange an appointment to discuss this issue. We are planning a baptism service soon!
PRAISE IN THE PARK CARRY-IN next Sunday following the service at: The Steve Garber farm, 8802 Hartle Rd., Greenville
A-K vegetable and a dessert
L-Z salad and a dessert
Church will provide the meat and drinks. Bring your own place settings.
HAPPY CAMPERS--Are you looking for a summer camp experience where your child can have fun and grow in grace and knowledge of Jesus? We've got two options for you. Our Tristate District of Grace Brethren Churches is offering "Creation Adventure" July 12th-17th. Skyview Ranch is also offering camps five different weeks in the summer. If interested in either camp (we recommend either one!), stop by the church office for information or check out their websites. (tristatecamp.com or skyviewranch.org)
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