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All Saints Day

Sunday, November 1st. On All Saints' Day, we remember all the saints who have entered the Church Triumphant. We are also reminded that all who are baptized are members of the Sainthood of all believers.

As in past years we will remember members who have passed away since last All Saints' Day with candles on the altar. This year they include: Gary O., Marie B., and Barbara G.

During the Prayers of the Church, we will also remember special family and friends who have also been called to be with God this past year.

Thankoffering Sunday

Women of the ELCA will lead our annual Thankoffering Worship Service. There will be "Thanksgiving Hymns" and music. A Social Hour will follow the service.

As in past years, we will collect non-perishable grocery items, which will be collected during the Children's message. Pastor will delvier the food baskets to several of our families who can use a little help. Any money donated wil lbe used for food cards.

Acolyte Training

On Sunday, November 1st at 10:45am there will be Acolyte Training during Sunday School. We will have training for new, as well as continuing acolytes. Let your friends know.

Service of Healing and Wholeness

On Thursday, November 5th at 7:30pm, there will be a service of Healing and Wholeness. Sometimes, with all the various stresses in life, one can find it more difficult to feel God's love at work in our lives. Sometimes, it is even hard to find things for which to be thankful.

It is at times like these, when we find ourselves searching for God's promise to always be with us. It is at times like these, when we need to take a moment apart from all the meetings and commitments, to focus on God's desire to grant us wholeness.

If this describes you, please join us at 7:30pm, on Thursday, November 5th, to "Be still..." and feel God's loving and healing embrace.

Christ the King Sunday

On Sunday, November 22nd, the final Sunday before the beginning of Advent is Christ the King Sunday. On this last Sunday of the Church Year, we celebrate the Kingship of our Lord, Jesus the Christ.

In observance of this lesser festival, we will have the opportunity to celebrate our Lord's Sacrament of Holy Communion.

First Sunday of Advent

The First Sunday of Advent is Sunday, November 29th. The days of Advent point the people of God toward the three comings of our Lord: He came among us at Bethlehem, He comes among us now, He will come again in Glory!

On the First Sunday of Advent, we will involve the whole congregation in "Preparing the Way of the Lord!" Symbols of Advent will be used to "make ready" through the "Hanging of the Greens."

The Lighting of the First Candle of the Advent wreath will take place, and we will learn the religious significance of some of the season's other symbols.

Community Thanksgiving Service

On Tuesday, November 24th at 7:30pm, all are invited to attend the annual Community Thanksgiving Service on Tuesday, November 24th at 7:30pm. This year, the Service will be hosted by Community Methodist Church on Route 130.

Angel-Food Ministry

The dates for November's ordering and pick-up are listed below. If you would like an order form, there are several in the Vestibule or you can get one at Community Methodist (Route 130). Thursday, November 5th, 6:30-7:30pm

Pick-up is Saturday, November 14th from 9:00-10:00am. This is a great way to save money on grocery bills!

Women of the ELCA

Join us for an evening of sharing, caring and planning for the Thankoffering Service and Social Hour. We will discuss plans for a December event also. The meeting will be held on Monday, November 2nd at 7:30pm.

Our Sympathies

On September 26th, Marie B. was called home to God's eternal kingdom. Her funeral was September 29th. We extend our deepest sympathies to her husand, Tony, and his family.

All You, Who Are Hiding in the Pew...

Okay, isn't it about time to get in gear and begin singing in the Choir? We need some people to occupy those nice, comfortable seats, where you get a "bird's eye view" of things!

In other words, let's get back to practice, so the Choir will be in fine tune by Christmas, okay? Gene is waiting to hear from YOU when you are ready to begin!

Holiday Helping Hands

Watch for the appearance of the Angel Tree very soon! It's that time of year when we get ready to open our hands and hearts to help some children and their families, who will have very little this Christmas!

Youth Bowling Party

On Sunday, November 15th, from 11:45 until 2:00pm, all youth in Sunday School & Youth Group are invited to go bowling after Sunday School. We will leave right after Class, and return shortly after 2pm. Cost is $3 per person. (Subsidized by the Rock-A-Thon Fund). Reservations and money must be in by Monday, November 8th. You will receive $1 back after the party.

Please fill out the permission slip found in the November Newsletter.

Congratulations

Robert did it again! Robert G. earned another Gold Medal for Golf, in the Westmoreland County Fall Special Olympics. This makes 32 medals. Wow!!!

Enjoy Coupon Books

The Youth Group is sponsoring this project again this year. If you haven't seen it before, check out the sample. Similar in design to the Entertainment Books, each have exclusive coupons and the Enjoy Book, has many more coupons, and quite a few in this area!

Youth Projects

There is a bin in the Vestibule for small items; toys, school items, etc. new or in like new condition which can be used for Youth projects.

Recycle Printer Cartridges

Please don't forget. For each HP, Dell & Lexmark printer cartridge, we get $3 credit for office supplies. We're getting low on some things. Boxes are in Vestibule & Learning Center.

Ideas

If you have an idea for an appropriate fund-raiser, please talk with a concil member or Pastor. If you are willing to help organize a "Trash & Treasure Sale", please let us know. It's a good way to recycle unneeded items, and a good fund-raiser.

Council Vacancies

We have two vacancies on Church Council. If you are willing to serve, or know someone who is please check with Dave Mandich.

Thanks to...

All who donated to the Fall Sunday School project.
Those who brought items for the treat bags for the shut-ins, and went "Trick & Treating" to visit them.
All who help to count offerings each week, and to Ralph & Sandy who keep the records.
All who help in the mission and ministry of our congregation.