November 25, 2007 – Announcements

Every Sunday is a family reunion for the family of God. If you notice that one of the “family” is not here, please let them know that they were missed.

A HUNTER'S PRAYER
Dear Lord, May all hunters be blessed with your grace. To all who wander the fields and forests, may you guide them safely back to camp. Thank you for the blessings of venison meat. Let the hunters always remember it is a gift from you. Thank you also for the hunting knowledge, fellowship and outdoor experiences you give the hunters. May they always remember these blessings from you. Amen.
(ELCA NW Synod of Wisconsin)

During November we consider some of the recommendations made by our church consultant. As Christians in communion with the Maple Grove Mennonite Church all of us should:
-Assume the best.
-Speak the truth in the appropriate settings, in respectful ways.
-Once a decision is made, live with it, even if you don’t like it. Stop re-doing decisions in the parking lot.

THANK YOU

Thank you to all who helped with Ken & Marilyn’s Cow Sale. We raised $2,300 at the food stand. This will be divided between the building fund and the youth group.

FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Join us for the “Hanging of the Greens” on Wednesday, November 28. Chili will be served beginning at 6:00 pm (thanks to the Evangelism and Service Commission) and we will decorate the church building following supper. The Junior Youth will have a cookie bake that evening; cookie dough will be provided. (This event is sponsored by the Christian Education Commission)

The Red and Pink Hat Ladies will meet on Thursday, November 29 at 6:00 pm at the home of Francesca Crane. There will be Soup, Salad and Dessert, and a fun time for all.

SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC 2008
We are sponsoring two mission teams this year, January 12-19 and 19-26. Please sign-up on the sheet posted in the reception. See Eric or Sue Nafziger for more information.

EDUCATION AND INSPIRATION OPPORTUNITIES

Christmas is coming! Kim Miller will direct the Christmas Program. Please take time to sign-up on the sheet in the foyer. The children will rehearse on Sundays during Junior Church time starting this week.

Training for CPR and AED will be on Sunday, December 2 following worship. Anyone interested should see Cathy Case to sign up. The cost is $25 and includes American Heart Association licensed training for CPR and AED for response to an adult, child and infant. There are only two spots left in the class.

Sunday School Resources
Our youth and adult Sunday school classes use curriculum based on the uniform series. We offer a number of resources for further study into the Sunday school lesson.
“Purpose” is the discipleship magazine for older youth and adults and is distributed in weekly parts. Contact the church office if you do not already receive this in your church mail box.
“Rejoice!” is a daily devotional guide that uses the Daily Bible Readings. You can receive this quarterly in your mailbox.
“Adult Bible Study Online” provides special insight and application for the weekly Sunday school lesson. Look for this at www.mph.org/abs.

HELP! Helpers for the 2 year old class are needed during worship time. Next quarter teachers are needed for the Kindergarten class. Substitutes are always needed for all ages. Contact Denyce Copeland if you feel called to this ministry.

The Women’s Precept Bible Study meets on Wednesdays at 9:15 am; this week’s lesson is on 1 Corinthians 15-16, “What happens when you die?” All women are invited. Childcare is provided. This is the final meeting until after the holidays.

MYF (Mennonite Youth Fellowship) is for youth in grades 9-12 and meets on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm. This week they will join the Church Family Night as we gather for the “Hanging of the Greens.”

PARTICIPATION IN THE GREATER BODY OF CHRIST
(Contact the Church Office or check out the bulletin board in the main foyer for more information about any of these items)

CHRISTMAS SHOPPING TO BENEFIT OTHERS
Bridge of Hope Lancaster & Chester Counties invites you to a “Community Shopping Night” on Thursday, December 6, 5:00 to 9:00 pm at Ten Thousand Villages, Main Street at Exton, 271 Main St. Fifteen percent of the proceeds will benefit our mission to end homelessness for single mothers. At 8:00 PM there will be a drawing for a $25 gift certificate. Ten Thousand Villages provides vital, fair income to Third World people by marketing their handicrafts. For more information call 610-380-1360 or visit www.bridgeofhopelcc.org.

Lancaster Mennonite Historical Society Sponsors Presentation on Switzerland’s “Anabaptist Year 2007”
On Monday, December 3, at 7 pm, at East Petersburg Mennonite Church, the Lancaster Mennonite Historical Society will sponsor an illustrated presentation entitled, ?Switzerland?s Täuferjahr 07: A Celebration of Anabaptism in Story and Visuals.? Members of the USA Liaison Team for Anabaptist Year 2007 ? Sam Wenger, Lois Ann Mast, Joanne and Don Siegrist ? will be speaking and presenting DVD footage about the exciting events that took place this summer in Switzerland.
This event will take place at 7 pm at East Petersburg Mennonite Church, located along Route 72 north of Lancaster, just outside of East Petersburg, PA. This quarterly meeting of the Lancaster Mennonite Historical Society is free and open to the public. All are welcome. More information is available from the Society at (717) 393-9745; contact Beth Graybill, Society director.

MCUSA Web Content Manager Job Opening
Mennonite Church USA Executive Leadership seeks a full-time Web Content Manager to join its Communications team in its Newton or Elkhart office. The Web Content Manager will play a key role in developing and enhancing Mennonite Church USA's Web presence as well as ensure that content on the denomination's Web site is consistent with Mennonite Church USA's missional priorities and overall communications strategy. This position provides a unique opportunity to impact and impart Mennonite Church USA's mission, goals and resources through technology and multimedia.
For a detailed job description or to submit a resume, cover letter and work samples, contact Executive Leadership Human Resources at HR@MennoniteUSA.org or call 1-866-866-2872 and ask for Executive Leadership Human Resources. Mennonite Church USA Executive Leadership is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women and Racial/Ethnic people to apply.