The Church of the Future – Generous & Thankful..

Today’s gospel reading (and this time of church year) lends itself to an emphasis on giving monetary resources for the coming fiscal year. And it is important that we care for this place where we welcome & equip folks to be sent into God’s kingdom. But stewardship is more than money.  It is about all aspects of our lives. The Good News is that we are freed by God to love our neighbor as the self. We therefore joyfully give to God the things that are God’s (which if you think about it is us – giving yourself).
The mere fact that we gather for worship reminds us that our ultimate allegiance is to God rather than to any one or thing on earth. As we look forward to the future of this place, we are called to give all that we have to God and to fully rely on God to provide.  It won’t be how we think it should be – but it will be what we need.  And in our giving, we will be a blessing for all.

God is good all the time.

Fall Church Cleanup – Bring rakes and gloves (long sleeved shirts & pants) as we spruce up the outside property.

Faith Formation: This week we will studyElijah and the Widow.

Adult Forum:
Oct 19 – no class
Oct 26 TBD
Nov 2, 9, 16 – Important Decisions – Acute Medical Care and You
Through November, Adult Forum will discuss important topics regarding decisions that you and your family make regarding crisis and end of life care.

Youth Event – Underground Church
Grades 6-12
Friday Oct 17 from 8-10 PM
permission form

3rd Yr Confirmation: October 19 – after worship
What is up with Worship and me?

Brown Bag Bible Study – October 22 @ noon.  We will pick up our study of the Gospel of Matthew chapters 14-15. Bring your lunch and bible

Simply Giving is an automatic debit option for your church offering and donations.  Visit our webpage which will link you to a secure giving page.  Many folks already use it – including Pastor Tina.

Our thanksgiving project is moving forward and now is asking for volunteers for the following: packing the bags on Nov 21, delivering the bags on Nov 23, and offering of turkeys (we need 20).  For more information, contactLaura Terry.

After thanksgiving, we will be helping the Sparta Ecumencial Food Pantry prepare for their holiday giveaway.  They are looking for help with Canned Vegetables, Stuffing ( boxed), Canned yams,
Instant mashed potatoes, Turkey gravy ( canned), Cranberry Sauce ( canned), Applesauce,
Apple Juice, Cookies. Stay tuned.