Midweek Update - September 29, 2021

Sympathy
Our sympathy is with Mark Ewig after the passing of his sister, Marcie Crise on Sept. 27. Services are currently pending.
 
Needs of Children's’ Homes
We are collecting items for some of the children's’ homes that we support. If you can bring any of the items below please place them on the cart in the atrium by Oct. 31.
 
High Plains Children’s Home
Toiletries & Small Luggage (duffle bags)
 
Medina Children’s Home
Twin Sheets, Twin Comforters, Car Seats, Pots & Pans, Towels, Waterproof Mattress Covers (Twin & Full Size), Diapers (size 5 & 6), Pull Ups (any size)
 
Youth Ministry

• Connect: will meet this Sunday, Oct. 3, 5:30-7:30 PM.
• Fall Retreat, October 9 & 10:  Register online at: https://pacoc.elvanto.net/form/9645959d-bcab-4148-89f7-33f5793aa6ec/  Volunteers needed! Contact Tyler Cope.
• Front Porch Parenting, October 17 with David & Lisa Fraze: Register online at: https://pacoc.elvanto.net/form/171ad62a-2968-40ed-8e96-3ac033d52559

Trunk 'n Treat
Sign up on the church app to volunteer your trunk or contact Rachel McClure.  We are also accepting candy donations. Please place your donations in the boxes in the main hallways by October 27.
 
Downtown Pancake Breakfast
The breakfast will be served at Waples Methodist Church this Saturday, October 3. Tickets are $8 per person and are available in the church office.
 
Upcoming Events:
Mark your calendar for the upcoming men’s events.

• Man Alive, Saturday, October 9 at 7:30 AM.  James Bird will be sharing his testimony.
• Rise Up Men’s Conference, December 3 & 4.  We are in a season that men need to rise up and hold fast to the teachings of Jesus Christ and stand together in the war that is taking place. Mark your calendars now for this special event featuring our guest speaker and former Navy Seal Garrett Unclebach. Special entertainment will be provided by musician TQ Moore & comedian Benjamin Neely.

Operation Christmas Child
Return your filled shoeboxes by October 24!