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Greetings in the name of Jesus Christ!

November is here! A month that begins just after “trick or treat” and ends shortly after entry into a new church year! It is a month that brings to an end the “season of wild claims” and never-ending political advertisements. It is a month that takes us into the festive holiday season, as we gather […]

[The Order of Resurrection] But the fact is, Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who are asleep. For since by a man death came, by a man also came the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, so also in Christ all will be made alive. — 1 Corinthians 15:20-22 (NASV)

Volunteers Needed for Important Positions:

Two positions will need to be filled at the end of this year. Connie Davis – Financial Secretary & Jim Rinehimer – Treasurer will be resigning at the end of the year. Anyone interested in either of these positions please see Deb Dietrich for more details on the duties and responsibilities.

[The Order of Resurrection] But the fact is, Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who are asleep. For since by a man death came, by a man also came the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, so also in Christ all will be made alive. — 1 Corinthians 15:20-22 (NASV)

Congregational Corner

Guess who is turning 92 and still going strong!! ESTHER HELLER will celebrate her 92 nd birthday on December 2, 2016. Judy Cybulski would like us all wish her a happy birthday by giving her a card shower. So put it on your calendar for next month!

[The Order of Resurrection] But the fact is, Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who are asleep. For since by a man death came, by a man also came the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, so also in Christ all will be made alive. — 1 Corinthians 15:20-22 (NASV)

Gift Cards

We have Gift Card Fundraiser through Great Lakes Scrip Center and includes tons of cards – from Advance Auto Parts to Wet Seal (young women’s clothing). By purchasing the gift card through Great Lake Scrip, our church earns a percentage of the sale price. They make great gifts for Christmas. Jim will order them and […]

[The Order of Resurrection] But the fact is, Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who are asleep. For since by a man death came, by a man also came the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, so also in Christ all will be made alive. — 1 Corinthians 15:20-22 (NASV)

Crop Walk Report

Thanks to everyone who donated money, made baked goods or participated in the Crop Walk. Our churches raised $594.00 which we have designated 25% to be returned to the Wapwallopen Ministerium Food Bank. Your generosity helps feed and strengthen people around the world and in our own back yard. You are wonderful, caring people and […]

[The Order of Resurrection] But the fact is, Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who are asleep. For since by a man death came, by a man also came the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, so also in Christ all will be made alive. — 1 Corinthians 15:20-22 (NASV)

Thank You!

The following letters are posted on the bulletin board in the bell tower. A thank you letter from Cystic Fibrosis Foundation for our Donation to them. This was in addition to the donations made for Deb Dietrich when she did the hike for Cystic Fibrosis. A thank you letter from Phoebe Ministries for our 2016 […]

[The Order of Resurrection] But the fact is, Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who are asleep. For since by a man death came, by a man also came the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, so also in Christ all will be made alive. — 1 Corinthians 15:20-22 (NASV)

Pork Dinner

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19 We’ll be serving up a Pork Dinner, complete with homemade sauerkraut, corn, mashed potatoes, gravy, homemade applesauce, bread, dessert and beverage from 3 to 7 pm. Tickets are $10.00 for adults, $4.00 for age 6 to 11; 5 and under for free; or $10.00 for a take-out. POSTERS are on the table […]

[The Order of Resurrection] But the fact is, Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who are asleep. For since by a man death came, by a man also came the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, so also in Christ all will be made alive. — 1 Corinthians 15:20-22 (NASV)

2015 Audit

We’d like to thank Steve Moyer & Chris Dietrich for again agreeing to audit out churches financial books. Beginning Balance $21.48 Plus Income $110,483.92   $110,505.40 Less Expenses ($102,181.12) Ending Balance $8,324.28

[The Order of Resurrection] But the fact is, Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who are asleep. For since by a man death came, by a man also came the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, so also in Christ all will be made alive. — 1 Corinthians 15:20-22 (NASV)

Turkey Supper Update

THANK YOU TO EVERONE WHO MADE THIS A SUCCESSFUL SUPPER!! Give yourselves a pat on the back, you deserve it! 2016 FALL TURKEY SUPPER REPORT Income:     Ticket Sales     Door     Adult 388 @ $10.00 $3,880.00   Children 8 @ $4.00 $32.00   Advance     Adult 348 @ $10.00 $3,480.00 […]

[The Order of Resurrection] But the fact is, Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who are asleep. For since by a man death came, by a man also came the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, so also in Christ all will be made alive. — 1 Corinthians 15:20-22 (NASV)

Sunday School News

We will hold a bake sale during the Pork Dinner. Please help us provide your children with a good Christian education by donating baked goods for us to sell. The bake sales are our only fundraisers and we rely on them to purchase the curriculum for our Sunday School program and provide them with fun […]

[The Order of Resurrection] But the fact is, Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who are asleep. For since by a man death came, by a man also came the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, so also in Christ all will be made alive. — 1 Corinthians 15:20-22 (NASV)