A Holy Interruption
In the bulletin this week...
Worship Outline
We’re excited that you chose to worship with us today!
Welcome and Announcements: Pastor Jeff
Call to Worship: Kent Switzer
“Love Lifted Me” RS 129
“Faith is the Victory” RS 146
Congregational Prayer: Eldon Shantz
Presentation of Baptismal Towel to Widney Miller
“Jesus Loves Me”
(Children are invited to place their offerings in the Mission Globe. Children ages 1-4 dismissed to Toddler Time with Carolene & Janet)
Songs of Praise
Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:1-9 Read by Hank & Chrissy Eichelberger
Sermon: “Extending the Blessing” Pastor Jeff
“Spirit of God”
6 PM Singing Evening
Delvin & Anita Mast, Karl & Brenda Stutzman, Ben & Tasha Warner, Nelson & Glenda Miller are responsible for specials. If you prefer not to organize a special for the month, or have a conflict, please contact Freeman Schrock.
Members Meeting to follow.
Announcements
Tithes and Offerings can be placed in the offering plates at the back of the sanctuary before Sunday morning worship and anytime in the black box outside of the secretary’s office labeled “Tithes and Offerings and Prayer Cards.”
New Treasurer’s Mailbox We are pleased to announce the addition of a Treasurer’s Mailbox for our members’ convenience! Members may use the mailbox to submit: receipts, completed vouchers and other treasurer-related items. The Treasurer’s Mailbox is located at the bottom right of the existing mailbox cabinet (under the Secretary and Pastor mailboxes). Blank vouchers and cash envelopes have been moved to the drawer directly below the new Treasurer’s Mailbox.
CEC Needs Your Help! As we begin a new term, we are in need of a Sunday School helper for grades 1-2. For Wednesday nights, we are looking for a teacher for the Pre K – Kindergarten class. If you are available, please contact a member of the Christian Education Committee: Cindy Hunt, Martha Miller, Echo Shantz, Susan Shantz, or Karl Stutzman.
Members Meeting Tonight The agenda for our quarterly members meeting is: 1) Review and approve previous meeting minutes. 2) Letter from LMC. 3) Update on our 501c3 application. 4) Review the Elder Selection Process. 5) How do we decide when a particular ministry is over? 6) Any time-sensitive items not already on the agenda. Non-members are welcome to attend.
Potluck Next Sunday, September 20th, we will gather in the Fellowship Hall for a potluck lunch. Each household is asked to bring 2 dishes. The New Beginnings Sunday School class is in charge.
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LADIES’ TEA PARTY Sunday, September 27th 2:00–4:00 PM Beth’s Barn Ladies, please join us for an afternoon of fellowship, tea, and fun! While all women are welcome, the focus of the afternoon will be on the little girls as we create a special tea party experience for them. Formal invitations will be placed in the mailboxes. Please RSVP by signing up on the sheet under the mailboxes. If you are willing to help provide food, please contact Ally Chupp. For all other questions, please contact Jessica Kimble. |
Events
Today, September 13, 2026
8:45 AM Maple Lawn Manor
9:30 AM Sunday School
10:30 AM Worship Service
6:00 PM Singing Evening
Members Meeting
This week Sept. 14th – 19th
Tue 6 – 8 PM TLC Thomas 1st Christian Church (Looming Class)
Wed 5:45 PM Meal
6:30 PM Activities
7:30 PM Elders Meeting
Thu 1 – 4 PM Quilting Room #112
Next Sunday, September 20th
9:30 AM Sunday School
10:30 AM Worship Service
Potluck Lunch
Upcoming events
September 27th Ladies Tea Party
October 4th Communion
Singing Evening
October 11th Potluck
October 23-24th Church Reserved
October 25th Maple Lawn Manor
October 31st Day in the Country
November 1st Singing Evening
Members Meeting
November 6th-7th Church Reserved
November 14-15th Family Camp
November 22nd Communion
November 26th Thanksgiving Day
December 6th Maple Lawn Manor
Singing Evening
December 24th Candlelight Service
December 25th Christmas Day
Prayer Requests
For our church family
That communities around us will see Christ in us.
God’s direction made clear for our wider church affiliation.
Our homebound members ~ Warren Slagell at Maple Lawn Manor
Those preparing for marriage and the marriages of our congregation.
Health Concerns
- Lynn Jackson ~ Shingles
- Larry White ~ Recovering from shoulder surgery
Pastor Jeff, the elders and their families.
In our community
For those who don’t know Jesus as their Lord and Savior.
Unity among believers.
Health concerns
- Brian Knisely, Luke Knisely’s father ~ liver dysfunction
- Alma Schrock, friend of Edwin & Melissa Detweiler ~ cancer
- Anita & Margaret, Susana Friesen’s sisters ~ fragile health
- Slayter and Sierra’s relationship and pregnancy (Slayter is Larry White’s son)
- Lori Haley, Tim Haley’s mother ~ living with cancer
- Bob Bontrager, Ruthie Miller’s brother ~ health is not good, but stable
Local Ministries: Agape Health Clinic, Habitat for Humanity, Connections Food & Resource Center, First Choice, Etc Shop, Hope is Alive
Our local, state, and national leaders
Around the World
Pray for peace in areas experiencing violence and war.
Serving in the US
- Amani Community Church
- Oklahoma MDS
- Corey & Brooke Makeever – STUMO
Serving in other Countries.
- Global Disciples
- Rolly Walter – Serving in Spain
- Kiran Paul & Lakshmi -Berachah Ministries
Looking for a Sunday School Class? Here are some options
Join Us
SUNDAY
9:30 AM Sunday school for all ages
10:30 AM Worship (in person or online)
WEDNESDAY (Resume September 2)
5:45 PM Meal
6:30 PM Activities for all ages