Key Announcements for Sept. 30, 2006

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WELCOME, GUESTS! We're so happy you're worshipping with us today. Join us after the 11:00 a.m. service for a picnic lunch in our yard here in Lancaster. In case of inclement weather, it will be inside our home. Directions are on the Information Post. Pastor “Mo” & Jane

YOUTH
Ø   Tonight at 6:00 pm at the Jones' home there will be a vespers and then a movie on the lawn for Earliteens and Youth. If there is poor weather we will have it at the Youth Center.
Ø   This Wednesday meet at the church at 5:30 p.m. to go bowling. Shoe rental will be paid for, but you will need money to pay for two games.

"THE PRESENCE" with Pastor Shawn Boonstra of It Is Written continues in the Chapel nightly at 7:00 p.m. through this Tuesday. We have installed a new satellite dish and are getting a very good, consistent picture, so come and join us.

PASTOR MO’S BAPTISMAL CLASS will not meet this Wednesday, October 4. See you next week!

SLA ALUMNI WEEKEND starts this Friday. Speakers include Louis Cabasa '81, Miriam Cassily Lastine '56 and a special Sabbath vespers of musical selections by Ken and Don Hutchins and friends. The Alumni luncheon will be at AUC’s Chan Shun Dining Commons. Tickets should be purchased in advance; see bulletin board for details. Mail to SLA Alumni, c/o Treasurer, PO Box 864, So. Lancaster, MA. 01561-0864. Registration starts Friday at 4:00 p.m. at SLA, where you can also support SLA student fundraisers—a car wash and dinner.

Key Announcements for Sept. 23, 2006

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PRAYER FOCUS With health concerns we remember Beryl Christoph, Henry Livergood, Betty Lang, "Little Lillian" Peckham, Ray Dow, Sharon Olejniczak, Carolyn Stump, Ottilie Stafford, Jim Norcliffe, and their families. We also remember the concerns in the foyer prayer book.

In bereavement we remember the family of Marion Smith, Wendell's mother, who passed away last Sabbath at the age of 96.

WELCOME, GUESTS! We're so happy you're worshipping with us today. Join us after the 11:00 a.m. service for a picnic lunch at Coggshall Park in Fitchburg. Directions are on the Information Post.

THE CHURCH PARKING LOT will be closed for paving this Monday and Tuesday.

MUSIKGARTEN/PLAYTIME meets each Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. Invite your neighbors, relatives and friends to join you for this fun time for pre-school children and parents. This is a wonderful opportunity for outreach to the community. It includes play time, music, "circle time," a table activity and lunch finishing at 12:15 p.m. Questions? See Pastor Elizabeth or myself. Jane

CHILDREN'S CHOIRS Come this Wednesday, as it's not too late to join. Looking forward to a great year! Teacher Lira Cady, director
Ø   Children grades K–3 meet with the Good Shepherd Choir at 3:15 p.m.
Ø   Children grades 4–8 meet with the Young Musicians' Choir at 4:15 p.m.

PASTOR "MO'S" BAPTISMAL CLASS FOR KIDS meets each Wednesday at 3:15 p.m. in my office here at the church. Lots of you have requested baptism and others are interested, so "Y'all come"! Pastor "Mo"

"THE PRESENCE" with Pastor Shawn Boonstra of It Is Written will be presented by satellite in the Chapel for five consecutive nights starting this Friday at 7:00 p.m.. We have installed a new satellite dish and are getting a very good, consistent picture, so come and join us.

MEN'S & WOMEN'S CHORUSES
Ø   The Women's Chorus continues to meet on Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. If Wednesday is not a possibility for you come on Thursday at 7:00 p.m. as we want to involve as many as possible. From there we'll see what happens! Carol Swinyar
Ø   The Men's Chorus is moving to Sundays at 6:30 p.m. Don't keep your voice a secret—we continue to hear great voices in our congregation and encourage them to join! See you tomorrow evening, Ralph Dawkins

Women's Night Out

Oops! Jane says that she forgot to put Women's Night Out in last
Sabbath's church bulletin, but she will be having it at her house
tomorrow at 6:30 p.m. She is looking forward to it. All women are
invited.

Alberto Sbacchi's Service

We are saddened to pass along the news that Alberto Sbacchi passed
away last night after a long illness. We can be comforted knowing
that he rests in Jesus, and we solicit your prayers and concern for
his wife, Margareta, and the rest of Alberto's loved ones.

A memorial service for Alberto will be held next Wednesday, September
20, at 2:00 p.m. here in the College Church. All are invited to
attend. There will be an opportunity for fellowship afterward.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Karlman
scholarship fund at the AUC History Department.

Key Announcements for Sept. 16, 2006

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PRAYER FOCUS With health concerns we remember Alberto Sbacchi, "Little Lillian" Peckham, Ray Dow, Sharon Olejniczak, Carolyn Stump, Ottilie Stafford, Jim Norcliffe, and their families. We also remember the concerns in the foyer prayer book.

WELCOME, GUESTS! We're so happy you're worshipping with us today. Join us after the 11:00 a.m. service for a picnic lunch in Ralph & Debbie Gifford's yard here in Lancaster. Directions are on the Information Post.

Next week's picnic will be at Coggshall Park in Fitchburg.

COOKOUT All are invited to Leominster State Forest tomorrow at 1:00 p.m.. Let us know if you have tomatoes from your garden for the veggie burgers & hot dogs. We'll provide the veggie burgers & hot dogs, buns, the rest of the fixings and drink. Please bring salads, chips & desserts. The Social Committee

COMMUNITY CAFÉ College Church members are needed to provide and serve food at the café tomorrow from 4:00–6:30 pm. Contact Pastor Elizabeth Castle if interested.

MUSIKGARTEN/PLAYTIME meets each Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. Invite your neighbors, relatives and friends to join you for this fun time for pre-school children and parents. This is a wonderful opportunity for outreach to the community. It includes play time, music, "circle time," a table activity and lunch finishing at 12:15 p.m. Questions? See Pastor Elizabeth or myself. Jane

CHILDREN'S CHOIRS Come this Wednesday, as it's not too late to join. Looking forward to a great year! Teacher Lira Cady, director
Ø   Children grades K–3 meet with the Good Shepherd Choir at 3:15 p.m.
Ø   Children grades 4–8 meet with the Young Musicians' Choir at 4:15 p.m.

PASTOR "MO'S" BAPTISMAL CLASS FOR KIDS meets each Wednesday at 3:15 p.m. in my office here at the church. Lots of you have requested baptism and others are interested, so "Y'all come"! Pastor "Mo"

MEN'S & WOMEN'S CHORUSES
Ø   Women's Chorus continues to meet on Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. If Wednesday is not a possibility for you come on Thursday at 7:00 p.m. as we want to involve as many as possible. From there we'll see what happens! Carol Swinyar
Ø   Men's Chorus is Fridays at 6:30 p.m. Don't keep your voice a secret—we continue to hear and encourage great voices in our congregation to join! Ralph Dawkins

STERLING HEALTHCARE MINISTRY Our monthly service will be this Friday at 10:00 a.m. Interested in participating? Please contact Michelle Willliams at 508.728.6495.

Pathfinder Change

After consulting with parents, Gilbert Caraballo has changed the
meeting times for Pathfinders. They will now meet on Fridays at 7:00
p.m. and Sabbaths at 2:00 p.m. The first meeting will be Friday,
September 8 (which as of this writing, is tomorrow night).

Sorry for any confusion.

Key Announcements for Sept. 9, 2006

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PRAYER FOCUS With health concerns we remember Alberto Sbacchi, "Little Lillian" Peckham, Ray Dow, Ada Vega, Sharon Olejniczak, Carolyn Stump, Ottilie Stafford, Jim Norcliffe, and their families. We also remember the concerns in the foyer prayer book.

WELCOME, GUESTS! We’re so happy you’re worshipping with us today. Join us after the 11:00 a.m. service for a picnic lunch at Dunn State Park in Gardner. Directions are on the Information Post. It’s great fellowship in a beautiful location.

Next week’s picnic will be in Ralph & Debbie Gifford’s yard here in Lancaster.

SHORT NOTICE! Come tomorrow for Pastor "Mo’s" pancakes and my oat waffles (vegan) any time between 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. If it’s a nice day, let’s go to the beach afterwards for more fellowship. We’ll also wish Pastor Elizabeth a Happy Birthday. Jane

MOST AMAZING PROPHECIES The kick-off program for this satellite series will be aired on iNetwork (formerly PAX) tomorrow at 6:00 a.m. and Monday at 7:00 p.m. This 10-night series will be live from Pioneer Memorial Church and hosted by Dwight Nelson. If you want to host this event in your home, please contact Pastor Elizabeth Castle for details and materials.

THE FINANCE COMMITTEE will meet this Monday at 7:00 p.m.

THE CHURCH BOARD will meet this Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. If you’re a member, your attendance is appreciated.

CALLING ALL KIDS FOR CHILDREN’S CHOIRS What a blessing it is for the children and church family when the children’s choirs participate in worship. The first rehearsal was Wednesday, but it’s not too late to join. Come this Wednesday. Looking forward to a great year! Teacher Lira Cady, director
Ø   Children grades K–3 meet with the Good Shepherd Choir at 3:15 p.m.
Ø   Children grades 4–8 meet with the Young Musicians’ Choir at 4:15 p.m.

MUSIKGARTEN/PLAYTIME begin this Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. Invite your neighbors, relatives and friends to join you for this fun time for pre-school children and parents. This is a wonderful opportunity for outreach to the community. It includes play time, music, "circle time," a table activity and lunch finishing at 12:15 p.m. Questions? See Pastor Elizabeth or myself. Jane

PASTOR "MO’S" BAPTISMAL CLASS FOR KIDS begins this Wednesday at 3:15 p.m. in my office here at the church. Lots of you have requested baptism and others are interested, so "Y’all come"! Pastor "Mo"