Sunday, March 2
9:30 am – Sunday School classes for all ages
10:30 am – Worship Service.
“Into New Sight” (Pastor Steve) John 9:1-41.
Scripture dramatization by the Junior Youth.
Dedication of Daniel William McGowan.
5:00 pm – Talent search / concert planning meeting.
6:30 pm – Evening Service, Allen Umble will speak about his call to mission work in Albania.
6:30 pm – Bible Quizzing at Lancaster Mennonite School
Monday, March 3
7:00 pm – Gift Discernment Committee
7:00 pm – Worship and Music Commission
Tuesday, March 4
8:00 am - Prayer & Praise meeting
9:15 am – Learn in Fellowship Together (LIFT)
7:00 pm – X-treme Worship
Wednesday, March 5
9:15 am – Precept Bible Study for Women.
6:00 pm – Church Family Night – Dinner & a Movie: “The Ultimate Gift”
7:00 pm – MYF (Mennonite Youth Fellowship) will participate in movie night.
Thursday, March 6
6:00 am – Men’s Prayer meeting
Sunday, March 9
9:30 am – Sunday School for all ages
10:30 am – Worship Service: “Into New Life” John 11:1-45 (Pastor Steve)
6:30 pm – Bible Quizzing at Lancaster Bible College
Friday, February 29, 2008
March 2, 2008 – Announcements
CHURCH FAMILY NIGHT is Wednesday, March 5. Sub sandwiches will be served starting at 6:00 pm and the Movie, “The Ultimate Gift,” will be shown starting at 7:00 pm. The Ultimate Gift is a family film of the story of a young man’s journey to discover the “ultimate gift.” Find more information and a study guide at www.theultimategift.com.
Congratulations to the Maple Grove Bible Quizzing Team! They won a match last week! There are only two weeks left until the Invitational Tournament at Lancaster Bible College on March 14-16.
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
We thank everyone who participated in the February 17 Congregational Meeting. Minutes are in church mailboxes. Cassette tapes of the meeting are available from the church office.
EXTREME WORSHIP for Young Adults will be here on Tuesday, March 4, 7:00 pm. Worship will be led by the “Audible Truth” band and Dwayne Walton will be the speaker. A time of refreshments and fellowship will follow the worship time. “Audible Truth” gave a wonderful performance at the Church Talent Night.
PRAY FOR Scott Umble and Kim Mast who are in Mexico on a Missions Trip with a group from Ecola Bible School. They are roofing houses, pouring concrete and street witnessing from February 28 to March 10.
PRAY ALSO FOR Bud & Sue Eby, Naomi King and Judy King, who are serving with Mennonite Disaster Services at Pass Christian, MS, February 24 to March 2. They join Mennonites from around the USA to rebuild a home.
RUTHANN REMINDS US that items for the weekly printed church bulletin need to be in the church office by Thursday of each week. You can also send them to mgchurch@netzero.net.
The Maple Grove Preschool announces the annual JOE CORBI’S FUND RAISER. See Bonnie Bruner for more information. Money is due March 14 and orders will be delivered on March 28.
FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Men, mark your calendars for the Men’s Retreat to be held April 4-6 at the Ponderosa Lodge. There will be biking and rafting opportunities. Contact Nelson Stoltzfus or a member of the Family Life Commission for more information
SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
The Lancaster Area MDS (Mennonite Disaster Services) Unit Annual Meeting will be held on Monday, March 10, 7:00 pm at Stumptown Mennonite Church. Contact Harold Umble for more information. Check out the work of MDS at http://www.mds.mennonite.net/.
Maple Grove is planning a Christian Music Talent Search and Concert in July. Ken Umble is heading up this ministry. We will have a planning meeting on Sunday, March 2 at 5:00 pm. Come be a part of this ministry!
MENNONITE MUTUAL AID (MMA) REPORTS
The MMA Sharing Funds provided $500 in matching funds to help provide an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for our church last year. Maple Grove received $12,089.50 in special needs grants over the past 5 years. Nate King serves as the MMA advocate in our congregation. Please contact him for more information.
Calling all Babies! VBS needs your empty plastic baby food containers with lids. Please have mom or dad bring them to the church.
The Evangelism & Service Commission is collecting Dutch-Way “Dollar Stretchers” to purchase items for families in need. Place your “Dollar Stretcher” coupons in the box in the foyer.
The Sewing Circle is collecting items for MCC Relief Kits. These kits will be distributed to families in need around the world. Please see http://mcc.org/kits/relief/ for a list of needed items. Place items in the box in the foyer.
EDUCATION AND INSPIRATION OPPORTUNITIES
The Maple Grove Mennonite Preschool presents a workshop for parents: POSITIVE PARENTING FOR PRESCHOOLERS. The workshop will be held March 14 from 9:30 to 11:30 am and repeated at the same time on March 15. Call 610-593-1159 to register.
MEMBERSHIP CLASS
A class for church membership will begin in April; it will be held during the Sunday School hour. Anyone interested should contact Pastor Steve.
Support our Maple Grove ACC Bible Quizzing Team. Jeff Stoltzfus is the coach and the team members are: Taylor Fritz, Greg Hall, Collin Nafziger, Kaitlyn Nafziger, Abbie Weaver. See http://www.accquizzing.org/ for all the information you need.
MYF (Mennonite Youth Fellowship) meets on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm. This week the group will join in the Church Family Night activities.
LIFT (Learn In Fellowship Together) is a program for mothers of young children. LIFT meets on Tuesday mornings from 9:15 to 11:00. Nursery care and preschool classes are provided. This week S. Showalter will speak about “What Do You Know? (based on Man Born Blind).
THE LADIES PRECEPT BIBLE STUDY is studying Genesis on Wednesday mornings at 9:15. Contact Darlene Groff or the church office for a study book or for more information.
Are you looking for rewarding experiences? Come teach Sunday School! Talk with Lynda King or Denyce Copeland if you can help?
THE WIDER BODY OF CHRIST
(You can get more information about any of these events by looking at the bulletin board in the foyer or by calling the church office)
Christiana/Atglen Meals on Wheels needs a volunteer to deliver meals. The need is for a driver for about an hour on a Wednesday or a Thursday once ever three weeks. Meals are picked up at Harrison House. Training is provided. Contact Selma Wells at 610-593-5467 or 717-354-7857.
Westminster Presbyterian Church is sponsoring a “Messiah Sing-A-Long” on Friday, March 28 at 7:00 pm.
BRIDGE OF HOPE of Lancaster and Chester Counties invites you to its 9th Annual Chester County Garden luncheon to be held at Chester Valley Golf Club, Malvern, Saturday March 15, 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. The event will feature a silent auction and garden talk by Mike McGrath, host of the nationally syndicated Public Radio program, You Bet Your Garden, herad locally on WHYY. The event benefits Bridge of Hope Lancaster and Chester Counties’ work to end homelessness for single mothers and their children. For more information visit www.bridgeofhopelcc.org.
THE PARKESBURG POINT will have a fund raising banquet on March 15 at the Point building in Parkesburg. There will be a silent auction. Reservations need to be made by March 1st. Contact Laura Demastus, Willie Lantz or Dan Bruner for more information or visit http://www.theparkesburgpoint.com/.
Congratulations to the Maple Grove Bible Quizzing Team! They won a match last week! There are only two weeks left until the Invitational Tournament at Lancaster Bible College on March 14-16.
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
We thank everyone who participated in the February 17 Congregational Meeting. Minutes are in church mailboxes. Cassette tapes of the meeting are available from the church office.
EXTREME WORSHIP for Young Adults will be here on Tuesday, March 4, 7:00 pm. Worship will be led by the “Audible Truth” band and Dwayne Walton will be the speaker. A time of refreshments and fellowship will follow the worship time. “Audible Truth” gave a wonderful performance at the Church Talent Night.
PRAY FOR Scott Umble and Kim Mast who are in Mexico on a Missions Trip with a group from Ecola Bible School. They are roofing houses, pouring concrete and street witnessing from February 28 to March 10.
PRAY ALSO FOR Bud & Sue Eby, Naomi King and Judy King, who are serving with Mennonite Disaster Services at Pass Christian, MS, February 24 to March 2. They join Mennonites from around the USA to rebuild a home.
RUTHANN REMINDS US that items for the weekly printed church bulletin need to be in the church office by Thursday of each week. You can also send them to mgchurch@netzero.net.
The Maple Grove Preschool announces the annual JOE CORBI’S FUND RAISER. See Bonnie Bruner for more information. Money is due March 14 and orders will be delivered on March 28.
FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Men, mark your calendars for the Men’s Retreat to be held April 4-6 at the Ponderosa Lodge. There will be biking and rafting opportunities. Contact Nelson Stoltzfus or a member of the Family Life Commission for more information
SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
The Lancaster Area MDS (Mennonite Disaster Services) Unit Annual Meeting will be held on Monday, March 10, 7:00 pm at Stumptown Mennonite Church. Contact Harold Umble for more information. Check out the work of MDS at http://www.mds.mennonite.net/.
Maple Grove is planning a Christian Music Talent Search and Concert in July. Ken Umble is heading up this ministry. We will have a planning meeting on Sunday, March 2 at 5:00 pm. Come be a part of this ministry!
MENNONITE MUTUAL AID (MMA) REPORTS
The MMA Sharing Funds provided $500 in matching funds to help provide an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for our church last year. Maple Grove received $12,089.50 in special needs grants over the past 5 years. Nate King serves as the MMA advocate in our congregation. Please contact him for more information.
Calling all Babies! VBS needs your empty plastic baby food containers with lids. Please have mom or dad bring them to the church.
The Evangelism & Service Commission is collecting Dutch-Way “Dollar Stretchers” to purchase items for families in need. Place your “Dollar Stretcher” coupons in the box in the foyer.
The Sewing Circle is collecting items for MCC Relief Kits. These kits will be distributed to families in need around the world. Please see http://mcc.org/kits/relief/ for a list of needed items. Place items in the box in the foyer.
EDUCATION AND INSPIRATION OPPORTUNITIES
The Maple Grove Mennonite Preschool presents a workshop for parents: POSITIVE PARENTING FOR PRESCHOOLERS. The workshop will be held March 14 from 9:30 to 11:30 am and repeated at the same time on March 15. Call 610-593-1159 to register.
MEMBERSHIP CLASS
A class for church membership will begin in April; it will be held during the Sunday School hour. Anyone interested should contact Pastor Steve.
Support our Maple Grove ACC Bible Quizzing Team. Jeff Stoltzfus is the coach and the team members are: Taylor Fritz, Greg Hall, Collin Nafziger, Kaitlyn Nafziger, Abbie Weaver. See http://www.accquizzing.org/ for all the information you need.
MYF (Mennonite Youth Fellowship) meets on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm. This week the group will join in the Church Family Night activities.
LIFT (Learn In Fellowship Together) is a program for mothers of young children. LIFT meets on Tuesday mornings from 9:15 to 11:00. Nursery care and preschool classes are provided. This week S. Showalter will speak about “What Do You Know? (based on Man Born Blind).
THE LADIES PRECEPT BIBLE STUDY is studying Genesis on Wednesday mornings at 9:15. Contact Darlene Groff or the church office for a study book or for more information.
Are you looking for rewarding experiences? Come teach Sunday School! Talk with Lynda King or Denyce Copeland if you can help?
THE WIDER BODY OF CHRIST
(You can get more information about any of these events by looking at the bulletin board in the foyer or by calling the church office)
Christiana/Atglen Meals on Wheels needs a volunteer to deliver meals. The need is for a driver for about an hour on a Wednesday or a Thursday once ever three weeks. Meals are picked up at Harrison House. Training is provided. Contact Selma Wells at 610-593-5467 or 717-354-7857.
Westminster Presbyterian Church is sponsoring a “Messiah Sing-A-Long” on Friday, March 28 at 7:00 pm.
BRIDGE OF HOPE of Lancaster and Chester Counties invites you to its 9th Annual Chester County Garden luncheon to be held at Chester Valley Golf Club, Malvern, Saturday March 15, 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. The event will feature a silent auction and garden talk by Mike McGrath, host of the nationally syndicated Public Radio program, You Bet Your Garden, herad locally on WHYY. The event benefits Bridge of Hope Lancaster and Chester Counties’ work to end homelessness for single mothers and their children. For more information visit www.bridgeofhopelcc.org.
THE PARKESBURG POINT will have a fund raising banquet on March 15 at the Point building in Parkesburg. There will be a silent auction. Reservations need to be made by March 1st. Contact Laura Demastus, Willie Lantz or Dan Bruner for more information or visit http://www.theparkesburgpoint.com/.
Friday, February 22, 2008
February 24, 2008 – This Week’s Schedule
Sunday, February 24
9:30 am – Sunday School classes for all ages
10:30 am –Worship Service “Into New Birth” John 3:1-17
12:30 pm – Evangelism and Service Commission meeting
6:30 pm - Bible Quizzing at Petra Church
Monday, February 25
6:00 pm – Leadership Team (Elders & Pastor)
6:30 pm – Finance, Personnel and Property Commission
Tuesday, February 26
8:00 am Prayer and Praise Meeting
9:15 am Learn In Fellowship Together (LIFT)
Wednesday, February 27
9:15 am – Precept Bible Study for Women
7:00 pm – MYF (Mennonite Youth Fellowship) meeting
Thursday, February 28
6:00 am – Men’s Prayer Meeting at Church
Saturday, March 1
All Day – Stewardship University at Lancaster Mennonite High School
Sunday, March 2
9:30 am – Sunday School Classes for all ages.
10:30 am – Brief Congregational Meeting (vote on Youth Ministry Commission)
10:30 am – Worship Service “Into New Sight” John 9:1-41 Scripture Dramatization “José, Can You See?” by Jr. MYF.
6:30 pm – Bible Quizzing at Lancaster Mennonite High School
6:30 pm – Evening Worship / Allen Umble will speak about his call to missionary service in Albania
9:30 am – Sunday School classes for all ages
10:30 am –Worship Service “Into New Birth” John 3:1-17
12:30 pm – Evangelism and Service Commission meeting
6:30 pm - Bible Quizzing at Petra Church
Monday, February 25
6:00 pm – Leadership Team (Elders & Pastor)
6:30 pm – Finance, Personnel and Property Commission
Tuesday, February 26
8:00 am Prayer and Praise Meeting
9:15 am Learn In Fellowship Together (LIFT)
Wednesday, February 27
9:15 am – Precept Bible Study for Women
7:00 pm – MYF (Mennonite Youth Fellowship) meeting
Thursday, February 28
6:00 am – Men’s Prayer Meeting at Church
Saturday, March 1
All Day – Stewardship University at Lancaster Mennonite High School
Sunday, March 2
9:30 am – Sunday School Classes for all ages.
10:30 am – Brief Congregational Meeting (vote on Youth Ministry Commission)
10:30 am – Worship Service “Into New Sight” John 9:1-41 Scripture Dramatization “José, Can You See?” by Jr. MYF.
6:30 pm – Bible Quizzing at Lancaster Mennonite High School
6:30 pm – Evening Worship / Allen Umble will speak about his call to missionary service in Albania
February 24, 2008 – Announcements
SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT
“If serving Christ carries no pain for us, is it possible that we haven’t been willing to accept the cost that fervent, committed discipleship requires?” For a special challenge, check out George Epp’s commentary at Adult Bible Study online, http://www.mph.org/abs/abs080224.htm)
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING March 2
Thanks to all who participated in the Feb 17 Congregational Meeting. As a follow-up, on Sunday, March 2 at 10:30 (opening of worship service) there will be a brief Congregational Meeting for the purpose of voting on the proposed Youth Ministry Commission. This is the only item of business.
CONTRIBUTIONS FOR THE WEEKLY PRINTED BULLETIN should be on the church secretary’s desk or sent to mgchurch@netzero.net by Thursday morning.
PRAY FOR Bud & Sue Eby, Naomi King and Judy King, who are serving with Mennonite Disaster Services at Pass Christian, MS, February 24 to March 2. They will be joining Mennonites from around the USA to rebuild a home.
FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
The next CHURCH FAMILY NIGHT will be March 5. Dinner is served at 6:00 pm and a movie, “The Ultimate Gift” will be shown.
HEY MEN … it’s time once again to pack your bags for a weekend away. Come to the Men and Boy’s retreat on April 4-6 at the Ponderosa Lodge. There is plenty of room, so invite your friends for this great time of fellowship. More information will be coming soon.
SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
The VBS needs your empty plastic babyfood containers with lids. Please put them in the craft closet. Thank you.
The Evangelism & Service Commission is collecting Dutch-Way “Dollar Stretchers” to purchase items for families in need. Place your “Dollar Stretcher” coupons in the box in the foyer.
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
LIFT (Learn In Fellowship Together) is a fellowship and educational program for women with small children that meets on Tuesdays at 9:15 am. Childcare is provided. This week Janet Weaver will speak on “Delicious Desserts.”
MYF (Mennonite Youth Fellowship) is a fellowship and educational program for youth in grades 9 to 12. This week they will continue the Book Study.
OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE WIDER BODY OF CHRIST
(See the large bulletin board in the foyer or call the church office for more information about these items)
The Annual LMS (Lancaster Mennonite School) Quilting Bee is February 25-29. The event will begin each morning at 9:00 in the Alumni Dining Hall Gathering Area. A free lunch will be provided. Call 717-653-5236 if you can help.
STEWARDSHIP UNIVERSITY is a ministry of MMA and our church and will be held at Lancaster Mennonite High School on March 1st. A number of courses and workshops are offered. Visit www.stewardshipuniversity.org for more information.
BRIDGE OF HOPE of Lancaster and Chester Counties invites you to its 9th Annual Chester County Garden luncheon to be held at Chester Valley Golf Club, Malvern, Saturday March 15, 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. The event will feature a silent auction and garden talk by Mike McGrath, host of the nationally syndicated Public Radio program, You Bet Your Garden, herad locally on WHYY. The event benefits Bridge of Hope Lancaster and Chester Counties’ work to end homelessness for single mothers and their children. For more information visit www.bridgeofhopelcc.org.
THE PARKESBURG POINT will have a fund raising banquet on March 15 at the Point building in Parkesburg. There will be a silent auction. Reservations need to be made by March 1st. Contact Laura Demastus, Willie Lantz or Dan Bruner for more information or visit http://www.theparkesburgpoint.com/.
“If serving Christ carries no pain for us, is it possible that we haven’t been willing to accept the cost that fervent, committed discipleship requires?” For a special challenge, check out George Epp’s commentary at Adult Bible Study online, http://www.mph.org/abs/abs080224.htm)
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING March 2
Thanks to all who participated in the Feb 17 Congregational Meeting. As a follow-up, on Sunday, March 2 at 10:30 (opening of worship service) there will be a brief Congregational Meeting for the purpose of voting on the proposed Youth Ministry Commission. This is the only item of business.
CONTRIBUTIONS FOR THE WEEKLY PRINTED BULLETIN should be on the church secretary’s desk or sent to mgchurch@netzero.net by Thursday morning.
PRAY FOR Bud & Sue Eby, Naomi King and Judy King, who are serving with Mennonite Disaster Services at Pass Christian, MS, February 24 to March 2. They will be joining Mennonites from around the USA to rebuild a home.
FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
The next CHURCH FAMILY NIGHT will be March 5. Dinner is served at 6:00 pm and a movie, “The Ultimate Gift” will be shown.
HEY MEN … it’s time once again to pack your bags for a weekend away. Come to the Men and Boy’s retreat on April 4-6 at the Ponderosa Lodge. There is plenty of room, so invite your friends for this great time of fellowship. More information will be coming soon.
SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
The VBS needs your empty plastic babyfood containers with lids. Please put them in the craft closet. Thank you.
The Evangelism & Service Commission is collecting Dutch-Way “Dollar Stretchers” to purchase items for families in need. Place your “Dollar Stretcher” coupons in the box in the foyer.
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
LIFT (Learn In Fellowship Together) is a fellowship and educational program for women with small children that meets on Tuesdays at 9:15 am. Childcare is provided. This week Janet Weaver will speak on “Delicious Desserts.”
MYF (Mennonite Youth Fellowship) is a fellowship and educational program for youth in grades 9 to 12. This week they will continue the Book Study.
OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE WIDER BODY OF CHRIST
(See the large bulletin board in the foyer or call the church office for more information about these items)
The Annual LMS (Lancaster Mennonite School) Quilting Bee is February 25-29. The event will begin each morning at 9:00 in the Alumni Dining Hall Gathering Area. A free lunch will be provided. Call 717-653-5236 if you can help.
STEWARDSHIP UNIVERSITY is a ministry of MMA and our church and will be held at Lancaster Mennonite High School on March 1st. A number of courses and workshops are offered. Visit www.stewardshipuniversity.org for more information.
BRIDGE OF HOPE of Lancaster and Chester Counties invites you to its 9th Annual Chester County Garden luncheon to be held at Chester Valley Golf Club, Malvern, Saturday March 15, 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. The event will feature a silent auction and garden talk by Mike McGrath, host of the nationally syndicated Public Radio program, You Bet Your Garden, herad locally on WHYY. The event benefits Bridge of Hope Lancaster and Chester Counties’ work to end homelessness for single mothers and their children. For more information visit www.bridgeofhopelcc.org.
THE PARKESBURG POINT will have a fund raising banquet on March 15 at the Point building in Parkesburg. There will be a silent auction. Reservations need to be made by March 1st. Contact Laura Demastus, Willie Lantz or Dan Bruner for more information or visit http://www.theparkesburgpoint.com/.
Saturday, February 16, 2008
Christian Sympathy
CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY is extended to the family and friends of Bertha Byler Ash, who went to be with our Lord on Friday, February 8. A Funeral Celebration will be held at Maple Grove on Monday, February 11 at 11:00 am. You can view the obituary and sign the guest book at http://obits.lancasteronline.com/index.php?p=2063090.
February 17, 2008 – This Week’s Schedule
The X-TREME WORSHIP scheduled for February 12 is rescheduled for March 4, 7:00 pm. X-treme worship will be held every first Tuesday of the month.
Sunday, February 17
8:45 am – Prayer Time
9:30 am – Sunday School classes for all ages
10:30 am – Worship Service “Into the Wilderness” Matthew 4:1-11 (Pastor Steve)
6:30 pm - Bible Quizzing at New Danville Mennonite
7:00 pm – Congregational Meeting
Monday, February 18
10:00 am – Visitation hours for Bertha Ash
11:00 am – Funeral Service for Bertha Ash
Tuesday, February 19
8:00 am Prayer and Praise Meeting
9:15 am Learn In Fellowship Together (LIFT)
Wednesday, February 20
9:15 am – Precept Bible Study for Women
7:00 pm – MYF (Mennonite Youth Fellowship) meeting
7:00 pm – Adult Sunday School Teacher meeting
Thursday, February 21
6:00 am – Men’s Prayer Meeting at Church
Saturday, February 22
6:00 pm – Youth meet at church for MYF Ski Weekend. (Feb 22-24)
February 22-23 – Ladies Retreat at Eden Resort, Lancaster.
Sunday, February 24
9:30 am – Sunday School Classes for all ages.
10:30 am – Worship Service “Into New Birth” John 3:1-17
6:30 pm – Bible Quizzing at Petra Church
Sunday, February 17
8:45 am – Prayer Time
9:30 am – Sunday School classes for all ages
10:30 am – Worship Service “Into the Wilderness” Matthew 4:1-11 (Pastor Steve)
6:30 pm - Bible Quizzing at New Danville Mennonite
7:00 pm – Congregational Meeting
Monday, February 18
10:00 am – Visitation hours for Bertha Ash
11:00 am – Funeral Service for Bertha Ash
Tuesday, February 19
8:00 am Prayer and Praise Meeting
9:15 am Learn In Fellowship Together (LIFT)
Wednesday, February 20
9:15 am – Precept Bible Study for Women
7:00 pm – MYF (Mennonite Youth Fellowship) meeting
7:00 pm – Adult Sunday School Teacher meeting
Thursday, February 21
6:00 am – Men’s Prayer Meeting at Church
Saturday, February 22
6:00 pm – Youth meet at church for MYF Ski Weekend. (Feb 22-24)
February 22-23 – Ladies Retreat at Eden Resort, Lancaster.
Sunday, February 24
9:30 am – Sunday School Classes for all ages.
10:30 am – Worship Service “Into New Birth” John 3:1-17
6:30 pm – Bible Quizzing at Petra Church
February 17, 2008 – Announcements
The X-TREME WORSHIP scheduled for February 12 is rescheduled for March 4, 7:00 pm. X-treme worship will be held every first Tuesday of the month.
SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT
Mind you, there’s a difference between being recognized publicly for an achievement and pushing oneself into a place of honor. Humility comes not from deliberately dressing down or pointedly taking the back seat. Humility comes from the recognition that I gain my merit in the Kingdom by the grace of God, which elevates each of us to the exact same position. (George Epp, Adult Bible Study online, http://www.mph.org/abs/abs080217.htm)
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING February 17
At 7 pm we will meet in the church basement for a congregational meeting. The Leadership Team will give an up-date on progress with our consultation recommendations. We will discuss the creation of a Youth Ministry Commission and the need for an Associate Pastor with an emphasis on youth ministry. A copy of the Youth Ministry Commission proposal is in your church mailbox. Your presence and participation is important!
NOTE: The Church Kitchen will be closed February 21 & 22 for floor polishing.
FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
HEY WOMEN … the Ladies Retreat is February 22-23. The Retreat is held at Eden Resort in Lancaster. Contact the church office for more information.
HEY MEN … it’s time once again to pack your bags for a weekend away. Come to the Men and Boy’s retreat on April 4-6 at the Ponderosa Lodge. There is plenty of room, so invite your friends for this great time of fellowship. More information will be coming soon.
SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
The VBS needs your empty plastic babyfood containers with lids. Please put them in the craft closet. Thank you.
The Evangelism & Service Commission is collecting Dutch-Way “Dollar Stretchers” to purchase items for families in need. Place your “Dollar Stretcher” coupons in the box in the foyer.
Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) MEAT CANNING will be at White Horse on February 18 to 22. Come help can turkey that will be distributed to those in need. Sign up for shifts: 5 to 10 am, 10am to 2 pm, and 2-6 pm. Talk with Harold Umble or visit http://www.mcc.org/canning/ for more information.
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
LIFT (Learn In Fellowship Together) is a fellowship and educational program for women with small children that meets on Tuesdays at 9:15 am. Childcare is provided. This week Melissa King will speak on “Creative Décor.”
MYF (Mennonite Youth Fellowship) is a fellowship and educational program for youth in grades 9 to 12. This week there will be a Bible Study.
OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE WIDER BODY OF CHRIST
(See the large bulletin board in the foyer or call the church office for more information about these items)
The Annual LMS (Lancaster Mennonite School) Quilting Bee is February 25-29. The event will begin each morning at 9:00 in the Alumni Dining Hall Gathering Area. A free lunch will be provided. Call 717-653-5236 if you can help.
STEWARDSHIP UNIVERSITY is a ministry of MMA and our church and will be held at Lancaster Mennonite High School on March 1st. A number of courses and workshops are offered. Visit www.stewardshipuniversity.org for more information.
BRIDGE OF HOPE of Lancaster and Chester Counties invites you to its 9th Annual Chester County Garden luncheon to be held at Chester Valley Golf Club, Malvern, Saturday March 15, 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. The event will feature a silent auction and garden talk by Mike McGrath, host of the nationally syndicated Public Radio program, You Bet Your Garden, herad locally on WHYY. The event benefits Bridge of Hope Lancaster and Chester Counties’ work to end homelessness for single mothers and their children. For more information visit www.bridgeofhopelcc.org.
THE PARKESBURG POINT will have a fund raising banquet on March 15 at the Point building in Parkesburg. A silent auction will be held. Reservations need to be made by March 1st. Contact Laura Demastus, Willie Lantz or Dan Bruner for more information or visit http://www.theparkesburgpoint.com/.
SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT
Mind you, there’s a difference between being recognized publicly for an achievement and pushing oneself into a place of honor. Humility comes not from deliberately dressing down or pointedly taking the back seat. Humility comes from the recognition that I gain my merit in the Kingdom by the grace of God, which elevates each of us to the exact same position. (George Epp, Adult Bible Study online, http://www.mph.org/abs/abs080217.htm)
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING February 17
At 7 pm we will meet in the church basement for a congregational meeting. The Leadership Team will give an up-date on progress with our consultation recommendations. We will discuss the creation of a Youth Ministry Commission and the need for an Associate Pastor with an emphasis on youth ministry. A copy of the Youth Ministry Commission proposal is in your church mailbox. Your presence and participation is important!
NOTE: The Church Kitchen will be closed February 21 & 22 for floor polishing.
FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
HEY WOMEN … the Ladies Retreat is February 22-23. The Retreat is held at Eden Resort in Lancaster. Contact the church office for more information.
HEY MEN … it’s time once again to pack your bags for a weekend away. Come to the Men and Boy’s retreat on April 4-6 at the Ponderosa Lodge. There is plenty of room, so invite your friends for this great time of fellowship. More information will be coming soon.
SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
The VBS needs your empty plastic babyfood containers with lids. Please put them in the craft closet. Thank you.
The Evangelism & Service Commission is collecting Dutch-Way “Dollar Stretchers” to purchase items for families in need. Place your “Dollar Stretcher” coupons in the box in the foyer.
Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) MEAT CANNING will be at White Horse on February 18 to 22. Come help can turkey that will be distributed to those in need. Sign up for shifts: 5 to 10 am, 10am to 2 pm, and 2-6 pm. Talk with Harold Umble or visit http://www.mcc.org/canning/ for more information.
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
LIFT (Learn In Fellowship Together) is a fellowship and educational program for women with small children that meets on Tuesdays at 9:15 am. Childcare is provided. This week Melissa King will speak on “Creative Décor.”
MYF (Mennonite Youth Fellowship) is a fellowship and educational program for youth in grades 9 to 12. This week there will be a Bible Study.
OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE WIDER BODY OF CHRIST
(See the large bulletin board in the foyer or call the church office for more information about these items)
The Annual LMS (Lancaster Mennonite School) Quilting Bee is February 25-29. The event will begin each morning at 9:00 in the Alumni Dining Hall Gathering Area. A free lunch will be provided. Call 717-653-5236 if you can help.
STEWARDSHIP UNIVERSITY is a ministry of MMA and our church and will be held at Lancaster Mennonite High School on March 1st. A number of courses and workshops are offered. Visit www.stewardshipuniversity.org for more information.
BRIDGE OF HOPE of Lancaster and Chester Counties invites you to its 9th Annual Chester County Garden luncheon to be held at Chester Valley Golf Club, Malvern, Saturday March 15, 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. The event will feature a silent auction and garden talk by Mike McGrath, host of the nationally syndicated Public Radio program, You Bet Your Garden, herad locally on WHYY. The event benefits Bridge of Hope Lancaster and Chester Counties’ work to end homelessness for single mothers and their children. For more information visit www.bridgeofhopelcc.org.
THE PARKESBURG POINT will have a fund raising banquet on March 15 at the Point building in Parkesburg. A silent auction will be held. Reservations need to be made by March 1st. Contact Laura Demastus, Willie Lantz or Dan Bruner for more information or visit http://www.theparkesburgpoint.com/.
Friday, February 8, 2008
February 10, 2008 – This Week’s Schedule
Sunday, February 10
8:45 am – Prayer Time
9:30 am – Sunday School classes for all ages
10:30 am – Worship Service. The Dominican Republic Mission Teams will share how they “Show God’s Love to Others in the Dominican Republic”
12:30 pm – Dominican Republic Mission Teams Potluck lunch
6:00 pm – Spirit of Love Evening at church
6:30 pm – Bible Quizzing at Lancaster Mennonite School
Monday, February 11
6:30 pm – Maple Grove Leadership Team
7:00 pm – Worship and Music Commission
Tuesday, February 12
8:00 am - Prayer & Praise meeting
9:15 am – Learn in Fellowship Together (LIFT)
7:00 pm – X-treme Worship
Wednesday, February 13
All Day – Sewing Circle
7:00 pm – MYF (Mennonite Youth Fellowship) meeting
Thursday, February 14
6:00 am – Men’s Prayer meeting
Sunday, February 17
9:30 am – Sunday School for all ages
10:30 am – Worship Service: “Into the Wilderness” Matthew 4:1-11 (Pastor Steve)
6:30 pm – Bible Quizzing at New Danville Mennonite
7:00 pm – CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
8:45 am – Prayer Time
9:30 am – Sunday School classes for all ages
10:30 am – Worship Service. The Dominican Republic Mission Teams will share how they “Show God’s Love to Others in the Dominican Republic”
12:30 pm – Dominican Republic Mission Teams Potluck lunch
6:00 pm – Spirit of Love Evening at church
6:30 pm – Bible Quizzing at Lancaster Mennonite School
Monday, February 11
6:30 pm – Maple Grove Leadership Team
7:00 pm – Worship and Music Commission
Tuesday, February 12
8:00 am - Prayer & Praise meeting
9:15 am – Learn in Fellowship Together (LIFT)
7:00 pm – X-treme Worship
Wednesday, February 13
All Day – Sewing Circle
7:00 pm – MYF (Mennonite Youth Fellowship) meeting
Thursday, February 14
6:00 am – Men’s Prayer meeting
Sunday, February 17
9:30 am – Sunday School for all ages
10:30 am – Worship Service: “Into the Wilderness” Matthew 4:1-11 (Pastor Steve)
6:30 pm – Bible Quizzing at New Danville Mennonite
7:00 pm – CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
February 10, 2008 – Announcements
THANKS to everyone who made our talent night a special event. Special thanks go to the youth group for hosting the event.
SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT
Gardener God, you have planted and protected us by your faithful hand. Send us the sap of your grace from Christ, the true Vine, and make us blossom and bear the fruit of love as a sign of your life in us. Let the sweet fragrance of the shoots you have planted give you praise forever and ever. Amen. (Prayer of Pilgram Marpeck, a 16th century Anabaptist leader, Adult Bible Study, page 67)
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
We will have a congregational meeting on Sunday, February 17 at 7:00 pm. The Leadership Team will give an up-date on progress with our consultation recommendations. We will discuss the creation of a Youth Ministry Commission and the need for a Youth Pastor. Your presence and participation is important!
THANKS go to Dawnell Groff for designing the cover of our worship bulletin and for preparing the PowerPoint presentation of the mission teams to the Dominican Republic. Thanks to all who shared about their experience in the Dominican Republic in our worship service.
“Let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds.” (Hebrews 10:24) Suggestion: Pray for someone you know who is being tempted to move away from what God wants for their lives.
EXTREME WORSHIP for Young Adults will be here on Tuesday, February 12, 7:00 pm. Worship will be led by the “Audible Truth” band and Dwayne Walton will be the speaker. A time of refreshments and fellowship will follow the worship time.
“Audible Truth” gave a wonderful performance at the Talent Night.
MAPLE GROVE SUPPORTS THE ROSE OF SHARON ORPHANAGE
The Rose of Sharon Orphanage
(Orfanato La Rosa en el Desierto)
Pueblo Nuevo, San Juan de la Maguana, Dominican Republic
Mission Statement:
The purpose of The Rose of Sharon Orphanage is to glorify God in partnerships by ministering spiritually, physically, socially and educationally to the boys, in the name of Jesus Christ.
The Goal of the Rose of Sharon Orphanage is to have the following needs of the boys met monthly:
* Food
* Clothing
* Medical Care
* Dental Care
* Facility Maintenance
* Spiritual Growth
* School
* English & Music Classes
A brief history of the orphanage:
The Rose of Sharon Orphanage is a ministry of “Full Gospel World Ministries,” (Raleigh, NC) which has founded 2 orphanages and 22 churches in the D.R. The Rose of Sharon orphanage was founded in 1985 by the Rev. Gerald Wiggs. Rev. Gerald Wiggs continues as Executive Director and his son, Rev. Brad Wiggs is Executive Vice President. Full Gospel World Ministries has one full-time missionary working in the Dominican Republic, Pastor Robert Strickland.
The Rose of Sharon Orphanage cares for approximately seventy five boys who represent the poorest of the poor in the Dominican Republic. They come mostly from cities and towns in the Southwest section of the D.R. An increasing number of special needs boys have been coming into the orphanage.
Calvary Baptist Church (State College, PA) first visited the orphanage in 1998 and then came alongside the Full Gospel World Ministries in 1999 with a work team. Calvary teams have returned every year since then. Brooks and Sharon Way lead the effort.
Maple Grove Mennonite Church joined the effort in 2002. Eric and Sue Nafziger coordinate our church’s effort. The orphanage costs over $8,000 per month to operate.
FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
The Maple Grove Valentine Social will be held on Sunday, February 10 at 6:00 pm in the fellowship hall. The Family Life Commission invites everyone to come and celebrate with us the Spirit of Love. A lite fare dinner will be served, and childcare will be provided. All are encouraged to attend, whether you are single, married, or widowed. A fun night of celebrating together is planned.
SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
The Evangelism & Service Commission is collecting Dutch-Way “Dollar Stretchers” to purchase items for families in need. Place your “Dollar Stretcher” coupons in the box in the foyer.
The Sewing Circle is collecting items for MCC Relief Kits. These kits will be distributed to families in need around the world. Please see http://mcc.org/kits/relief/ for a list of needed items. Place items in the box in the foyer.
EDUCATION AND INSPIRATION OPPORTUNITIES
Support our Maple Grove ACC Bible Quizzing Team. Jeff Stoltzfus is the coach and the team members are: Taylor Fritz, Greg Hall, Collin Nafziger, Kaitlyn Nafziger, Abbie Weaver. See http://www.accquizzing.org/ for all the information you need.
MYF (Mennonite Youth Fellowship) meets on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm. This week there will be a Bible Study.
LIFT (Learn In Fellowship Together) is a program for mothers of young children. LIFT meets on Tuesday mornings from 9:15 to 11:00. Nursery care and preschool classes are provided. This week Tami Horst will speak about “Ratty Bathrobes and Other Romantic Moments”.
THE LADIES PRECEPT BIBLE STUDY is studying Genesis on Wednesday mornings at 9:15. Contact Darlene Groff or the church office for a study book or for more information. This week there is no study so everyone can participate in the sewing circle.
Are you looking for rewarding experiences? Come teach Sunday School! Talk with Lynda King or Denyce Copeland if you can help?
COMING EVENTS (Mark your calendars)
“Weekend to Remember” is a weekend marriage conference that teaches God’s design for marriage and family. It will be held in Hershey on February 15-17. Registration materials are available in the foyer or from a member of the Family Life Commission.
Women, mark your calendars for the Maple Grove Mennonite 2008 Women’s Retreat. The retreat will be held at the Eden Resort in Lancaster on Feb 22-23.
Men, mark your calendars for the Men’s Retreat held April 4-6. More information will follow.
THE WIDER BODY OF CHRIST
(You can get more information about any of these events by looking at the bulletin board in the foyer or by calling the church office)
Christiana/Atglen Meals on Wheels needs a volunteer to deliver meals. The need is for a driver for about an hour on a Thursday once ever three weeks. Meals are picked up at Harrison House. Training is provided. Contact Selma Wells at 610-593-5467 or 717-354-7857.
The Lancaster Mennonite School Quilting Bee will be held February 25-29 in the Alumni Dining Hall Gathering Area. A free lunch is provided. Please call with dates you can help (717.653.5236).
If you would like to enjoy “Lunch with Ralphie” every Tuesday at noon, there is a table reserved for “Ralphie and Friends” at Dutch-Way. Ralph Burkey is the man the community came together to help.
SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT
Gardener God, you have planted and protected us by your faithful hand. Send us the sap of your grace from Christ, the true Vine, and make us blossom and bear the fruit of love as a sign of your life in us. Let the sweet fragrance of the shoots you have planted give you praise forever and ever. Amen. (Prayer of Pilgram Marpeck, a 16th century Anabaptist leader, Adult Bible Study, page 67)
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
We will have a congregational meeting on Sunday, February 17 at 7:00 pm. The Leadership Team will give an up-date on progress with our consultation recommendations. We will discuss the creation of a Youth Ministry Commission and the need for a Youth Pastor. Your presence and participation is important!
THANKS go to Dawnell Groff for designing the cover of our worship bulletin and for preparing the PowerPoint presentation of the mission teams to the Dominican Republic. Thanks to all who shared about their experience in the Dominican Republic in our worship service.
“Let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds.” (Hebrews 10:24) Suggestion: Pray for someone you know who is being tempted to move away from what God wants for their lives.
EXTREME WORSHIP for Young Adults will be here on Tuesday, February 12, 7:00 pm. Worship will be led by the “Audible Truth” band and Dwayne Walton will be the speaker. A time of refreshments and fellowship will follow the worship time.
“Audible Truth” gave a wonderful performance at the Talent Night.
MAPLE GROVE SUPPORTS THE ROSE OF SHARON ORPHANAGE
The Rose of Sharon Orphanage
(Orfanato La Rosa en el Desierto)
Pueblo Nuevo, San Juan de la Maguana, Dominican Republic
Mission Statement:
The purpose of The Rose of Sharon Orphanage is to glorify God in partnerships by ministering spiritually, physically, socially and educationally to the boys, in the name of Jesus Christ.
The Goal of the Rose of Sharon Orphanage is to have the following needs of the boys met monthly:
* Food
* Clothing
* Medical Care
* Dental Care
* Facility Maintenance
* Spiritual Growth
* School
* English & Music Classes
A brief history of the orphanage:
The Rose of Sharon Orphanage is a ministry of “Full Gospel World Ministries,” (Raleigh, NC) which has founded 2 orphanages and 22 churches in the D.R. The Rose of Sharon orphanage was founded in 1985 by the Rev. Gerald Wiggs. Rev. Gerald Wiggs continues as Executive Director and his son, Rev. Brad Wiggs is Executive Vice President. Full Gospel World Ministries has one full-time missionary working in the Dominican Republic, Pastor Robert Strickland.
The Rose of Sharon Orphanage cares for approximately seventy five boys who represent the poorest of the poor in the Dominican Republic. They come mostly from cities and towns in the Southwest section of the D.R. An increasing number of special needs boys have been coming into the orphanage.
Calvary Baptist Church (State College, PA) first visited the orphanage in 1998 and then came alongside the Full Gospel World Ministries in 1999 with a work team. Calvary teams have returned every year since then. Brooks and Sharon Way lead the effort.
Maple Grove Mennonite Church joined the effort in 2002. Eric and Sue Nafziger coordinate our church’s effort. The orphanage costs over $8,000 per month to operate.
FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
The Maple Grove Valentine Social will be held on Sunday, February 10 at 6:00 pm in the fellowship hall. The Family Life Commission invites everyone to come and celebrate with us the Spirit of Love. A lite fare dinner will be served, and childcare will be provided. All are encouraged to attend, whether you are single, married, or widowed. A fun night of celebrating together is planned.
SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
The Evangelism & Service Commission is collecting Dutch-Way “Dollar Stretchers” to purchase items for families in need. Place your “Dollar Stretcher” coupons in the box in the foyer.
The Sewing Circle is collecting items for MCC Relief Kits. These kits will be distributed to families in need around the world. Please see http://mcc.org/kits/relief/ for a list of needed items. Place items in the box in the foyer.
EDUCATION AND INSPIRATION OPPORTUNITIES
Support our Maple Grove ACC Bible Quizzing Team. Jeff Stoltzfus is the coach and the team members are: Taylor Fritz, Greg Hall, Collin Nafziger, Kaitlyn Nafziger, Abbie Weaver. See http://www.accquizzing.org/ for all the information you need.
MYF (Mennonite Youth Fellowship) meets on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm. This week there will be a Bible Study.
LIFT (Learn In Fellowship Together) is a program for mothers of young children. LIFT meets on Tuesday mornings from 9:15 to 11:00. Nursery care and preschool classes are provided. This week Tami Horst will speak about “Ratty Bathrobes and Other Romantic Moments”.
THE LADIES PRECEPT BIBLE STUDY is studying Genesis on Wednesday mornings at 9:15. Contact Darlene Groff or the church office for a study book or for more information. This week there is no study so everyone can participate in the sewing circle.
Are you looking for rewarding experiences? Come teach Sunday School! Talk with Lynda King or Denyce Copeland if you can help?
COMING EVENTS (Mark your calendars)
“Weekend to Remember” is a weekend marriage conference that teaches God’s design for marriage and family. It will be held in Hershey on February 15-17. Registration materials are available in the foyer or from a member of the Family Life Commission.
Women, mark your calendars for the Maple Grove Mennonite 2008 Women’s Retreat. The retreat will be held at the Eden Resort in Lancaster on Feb 22-23.
Men, mark your calendars for the Men’s Retreat held April 4-6. More information will follow.
THE WIDER BODY OF CHRIST
(You can get more information about any of these events by looking at the bulletin board in the foyer or by calling the church office)
Christiana/Atglen Meals on Wheels needs a volunteer to deliver meals. The need is for a driver for about an hour on a Thursday once ever three weeks. Meals are picked up at Harrison House. Training is provided. Contact Selma Wells at 610-593-5467 or 717-354-7857.
The Lancaster Mennonite School Quilting Bee will be held February 25-29 in the Alumni Dining Hall Gathering Area. A free lunch is provided. Please call with dates you can help (717.653.5236).
If you would like to enjoy “Lunch with Ralphie” every Tuesday at noon, there is a table reserved for “Ralphie and Friends” at Dutch-Way. Ralph Burkey is the man the community came together to help.
Monday, February 4, 2008
February 3, 2008 – This Week’s Schedule
Sunday, February 3
8:45 am – Prayer Time
9:30 am – Sunday School classes for all ages
10:30 am – Worship Service. “When God Calls” Matthew 4:18-20; Acts 2:38-39 (Pastor Steve)
12:30 pm – Evangelism & Service Commission meeting
2:00 pm – Bible Quizzing Team at Maple Grove
Monday, February 4
7:00 pm – Maple Grove Preschool Board
Tuesday, February 5
8:00 am - Prayer & Praise meeting
9:15 am – Ladies in Fellowship Together (LIFT)
Wednesday, February 6
9:15 am – Precept Bible Study for Women
6:00 pm – Family Night Dinner and Talent Show
Thursday, February 7
6:00 am – Men’s Prayer meeting
Sunday, February 10
9:30 am – Sunday School for all ages
10:30 am – Worship Service: Dominican Republic Mission Teams
6:00 pm – Spirit of Love Evening at church
6:30 pm – Bible Quizzing at Lancaster Mennonite School
8:45 am – Prayer Time
9:30 am – Sunday School classes for all ages
10:30 am – Worship Service. “When God Calls” Matthew 4:18-20; Acts 2:38-39 (Pastor Steve)
12:30 pm – Evangelism & Service Commission meeting
2:00 pm – Bible Quizzing Team at Maple Grove
Monday, February 4
7:00 pm – Maple Grove Preschool Board
Tuesday, February 5
8:00 am - Prayer & Praise meeting
9:15 am – Ladies in Fellowship Together (LIFT)
Wednesday, February 6
9:15 am – Precept Bible Study for Women
6:00 pm – Family Night Dinner and Talent Show
Thursday, February 7
6:00 am – Men’s Prayer meeting
Sunday, February 10
9:30 am – Sunday School for all ages
10:30 am – Worship Service: Dominican Republic Mission Teams
6:00 pm – Spirit of Love Evening at church
6:30 pm – Bible Quizzing at Lancaster Mennonite School
February 3, 2008 – Announcements
CONGRATULATIONS to Joe & Kristen Lusby on the birth of Cody Mark on Wednesday, January 30th. Cody joins his brothers Anthony, Rodney & Chase.
SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT
To follow God’s summons is to become involved in the work God gives us to do. We are more likely to depend on God when we are vulnerable; no extra money or provisions for our task. When we are successful in what we do, we should remember the Source of our power. How might we cultivate a “culture of call” so that young people can prepare to become leaders for the new post-modern era of church life? (From Adult Bible Study Teacher, Winter 2007-08, p.57)
“Audible Truth” will had a great debut performance at Maple Grove on February 3, to open the ACC Bible Quizzing Competition. They will perform on February 6 Talent Night and for the X-treme Worship on Tuesday, February 12;.
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC MISSIONS TEAMS
The Mission Teams to the Dominican Republic have all returned. The third team was blessed with an extra day in San Juan, Puerto Rico because of connection problems.
This Sunday, February 10, they will give a report of how the Lord has blessed them and used them to advance God’s Kingdom.
Congratulations to Pastor Bill Blank! On February 3 Pastor Bill began a new ministry as interim pastor of the East Petersburg Mennonite Church. Please continue to remember Pastor Bill, Glenda and Emily in your prayers.
FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
The Maple Grove Valentine Social will be held on Sunday, February 10 at 6:00 pm in the fellowship hall. The Family Life Commission invites everyone to come and celebrate with us the Spirit of Love. A lite fare dinner will be served, and childcare will be provided. All are encouraged to attend, whether you are single, married, or widowed. A fun night of celebrating together is planned. Please sign-up on the sheet in the foyer.
FIRST WEDNESDAY is our Family Fellowship Night. February 6 is our TALENT SHOW. Dinner starts at 6:00 pm and the talent show will follow. Bring the family for an evening of fun and talent.
SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
The Evangelism & Service Commission is collecting Dutch-Way “Dollar Stretchers” to purchase items for families in need. Place your “Dollar Stretcher” coupons in the box in the foyer.
The Sewing Circle is collecting items for MCC Relief Kits. These kits will be distributed to families in need around the world. Please see http://mcc.org/kits/relief/ for a list of needed items. Place items in the box in the foyer.
EDUCATION AND INSPIRATION OPPORTUNITIES
Support our Maple Grove ACC Bible Quizzing Team. Jeff Stoltzfus is the coach and the team members are: Taylor Fritz, Greg Hall, Collin Nafziger, Kaitlyn Nafziger, Abbie Weaver. On February 3 the competition will be held at Maple Grove starting at 2:00 pm. See http://www.accquizzing.org/ for all the information you need.
LIFT (Ladies In Fellowship Together) is a program for mothers of young children. LIFT meets on Tuesday mornings from 9:15 to 11:00. Nursery care and preschool classes are provided. This week Jackie Martin will teach about “Parenting By the Spirit”.
THE LADIES PRECEPT BIBLE STUDY is studying Genesis on Wednesday mornings at 9:15. Contact Darlene Groff or the church office for a study book or for more information.
COMING EVENTS (Mark your calendars)
EXTREME WORSHIP for Young Adults is coming on Tuesday, February 12, 7:00 pm. Worship will be led by the “Audible Truth” band and Dwayne Walton will be the speaker. A time of refreshments and fellowship will follow the worship time.
“Weekend to Remember” is a weekend marriage conference that teaches God’s design for marriage and family. It will be held in Hershey on February 15-17. Registration materials are available in the foyer or from a member of the Family Life Commission.
Women, mark your calendars for the Maple Grove Mennonite 2008 Women’s Retreat. The retreat will be held at the Eden Resort in Lancaster on Feb 22-23.
THE WIDER BODY OF CHRIST
(You can get more information about any of these events by looking at the bulletin board in the foyer or by calling the church office)
Christiana/Atglen Meals on Wheels needs a volunteer to deliver meals. The need is for a driver for about an hour on a Thursday once ever three weeks. Meals are picked up at Harrison House. Training is provided. Contact Selma Wells at 610-593-5467 or 717-354-7857.
The Lancaster Mennonite School Quilting Bee will be held February 25-29 in the Alumni Dining Hall Gathering Area. A free lunch is provided. Please call with dates you can help (717.653.5236).
If you would like to enjoy “Lunch with Ralphie” every Tuesday at noon, there is a table reserved for “Ralphie and Friends” at Dutch-Way. Ralph Burkey is the man the community came together to help.
SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT
To follow God’s summons is to become involved in the work God gives us to do. We are more likely to depend on God when we are vulnerable; no extra money or provisions for our task. When we are successful in what we do, we should remember the Source of our power. How might we cultivate a “culture of call” so that young people can prepare to become leaders for the new post-modern era of church life? (From Adult Bible Study Teacher, Winter 2007-08, p.57)
“Audible Truth” will had a great debut performance at Maple Grove on February 3, to open the ACC Bible Quizzing Competition. They will perform on February 6 Talent Night and for the X-treme Worship on Tuesday, February 12;.
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC MISSIONS TEAMS
The Mission Teams to the Dominican Republic have all returned. The third team was blessed with an extra day in San Juan, Puerto Rico because of connection problems.
This Sunday, February 10, they will give a report of how the Lord has blessed them and used them to advance God’s Kingdom.
Congratulations to Pastor Bill Blank! On February 3 Pastor Bill began a new ministry as interim pastor of the East Petersburg Mennonite Church. Please continue to remember Pastor Bill, Glenda and Emily in your prayers.
FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
The Maple Grove Valentine Social will be held on Sunday, February 10 at 6:00 pm in the fellowship hall. The Family Life Commission invites everyone to come and celebrate with us the Spirit of Love. A lite fare dinner will be served, and childcare will be provided. All are encouraged to attend, whether you are single, married, or widowed. A fun night of celebrating together is planned. Please sign-up on the sheet in the foyer.
FIRST WEDNESDAY is our Family Fellowship Night. February 6 is our TALENT SHOW. Dinner starts at 6:00 pm and the talent show will follow. Bring the family for an evening of fun and talent.
SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
The Evangelism & Service Commission is collecting Dutch-Way “Dollar Stretchers” to purchase items for families in need. Place your “Dollar Stretcher” coupons in the box in the foyer.
The Sewing Circle is collecting items for MCC Relief Kits. These kits will be distributed to families in need around the world. Please see http://mcc.org/kits/relief/ for a list of needed items. Place items in the box in the foyer.
EDUCATION AND INSPIRATION OPPORTUNITIES
Support our Maple Grove ACC Bible Quizzing Team. Jeff Stoltzfus is the coach and the team members are: Taylor Fritz, Greg Hall, Collin Nafziger, Kaitlyn Nafziger, Abbie Weaver. On February 3 the competition will be held at Maple Grove starting at 2:00 pm. See http://www.accquizzing.org/ for all the information you need.
LIFT (Ladies In Fellowship Together) is a program for mothers of young children. LIFT meets on Tuesday mornings from 9:15 to 11:00. Nursery care and preschool classes are provided. This week Jackie Martin will teach about “Parenting By the Spirit”.
THE LADIES PRECEPT BIBLE STUDY is studying Genesis on Wednesday mornings at 9:15. Contact Darlene Groff or the church office for a study book or for more information.
COMING EVENTS (Mark your calendars)
EXTREME WORSHIP for Young Adults is coming on Tuesday, February 12, 7:00 pm. Worship will be led by the “Audible Truth” band and Dwayne Walton will be the speaker. A time of refreshments and fellowship will follow the worship time.
“Weekend to Remember” is a weekend marriage conference that teaches God’s design for marriage and family. It will be held in Hershey on February 15-17. Registration materials are available in the foyer or from a member of the Family Life Commission.
Women, mark your calendars for the Maple Grove Mennonite 2008 Women’s Retreat. The retreat will be held at the Eden Resort in Lancaster on Feb 22-23.
THE WIDER BODY OF CHRIST
(You can get more information about any of these events by looking at the bulletin board in the foyer or by calling the church office)
Christiana/Atglen Meals on Wheels needs a volunteer to deliver meals. The need is for a driver for about an hour on a Thursday once ever three weeks. Meals are picked up at Harrison House. Training is provided. Contact Selma Wells at 610-593-5467 or 717-354-7857.
The Lancaster Mennonite School Quilting Bee will be held February 25-29 in the Alumni Dining Hall Gathering Area. A free lunch is provided. Please call with dates you can help (717.653.5236).
If you would like to enjoy “Lunch with Ralphie” every Tuesday at noon, there is a table reserved for “Ralphie and Friends” at Dutch-Way. Ralph Burkey is the man the community came together to help.
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