Register for Vacation Bible School 2026!
Welcome! We are excited for another year of Vacation Bible School this summer! Please complete a registration form for each child enrolling in VBS.
VBS is Monday, July 13th – Thursday, July 16th from 6 PM to 8:30 PM
"What We Leave Behind"
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: Michael Slagell
“When the Roll is Called Up Yonder” LS 212
“Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus” LS 216
Congregational Prayer: Kent Switzer
“Jesus Loves Me”
(Children are invited to place their offerings in the Mission Globe. Children ages 1-4 dismissed to Toddler Time with Lillian & Reggie)
Songs of Praise
Scripture: Exodus 40:1-16 Read by Monica Miller
Sermon: “A Dwelling for the Lord” Pastor Jeff
Sending for Erin Smith and Bible Memory Campers & Helpers
“God Be With You Till We Meet” MH 504
Announcements
** This week office hours will be Tuesday and Thursday due to Memorial Day
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.”
Lost & Found Please take a moment to check the table setup in the breezeway to claim any items that may belong to you. Whatever remains will be disposed of Tuesday, May 26th.
Bible Memory Camp Info Elementary & Jr High camp begins Saturday, May 30th. Campers that have registered have received a packing list in their church mailboxes. There will be a short meeting today after the worship service to finalize travel plans. Questions? Reach out to Martha Miller.
Wedding Shower Please join us in celebrating the upcoming marriage of Erika Stutzman and Ryan Minden as we shower them with gifts and love next Sunday, May 31st. We will gather in the Fellowship Hall for a meal following the worship service. Each household is asked to bring 2 favorite main or side dishes to share. The wedding shower hostesses will provide the desserts. If you would like to help host, please contact Jordan Nel. The couple are registered at Target and Amazon.
A Ladies Barn Brunch is being planned for Saturday, June 6th!
Singing Evening is Sunday, June 7th. Kent & Beth Switzer, Niekie & Jordan Nel, Seth & Julie Thomas, and Wallace & Kay Crispin are responsible for specials. If you prefer not to organize a special for the month, or have a conflict, please contact Luke Knisely.
New Member Recommendations Larry White and Jacob & Kathryn Steigman have all completed new member classes as outlined in the PVMC constitution. The elders recommend all of them for membership and anticipate bringing Jacob & Kathryn Steigman into the membership on June 14th with Kathryn planning to be rebaptized at Church in the Canyon, June 21st. Larry White is currently in Louisiana with his mother who is battling cancer. A day to receive Larry White into the membership has not yet been scheduled.
Church in the Canyon is Father’s Day, June 21st The elders will be making pancakes and sausage for breakfast in the canyon starting at 9:30 AM. Water and apple juice will be provided. Worship will begin at 10:30 AM. Transportation from the parking areas in the field down into the canyon will be available. Please dress comfortably and bring a chair or blanket to sit on. Worship this year will include a time for people to testify to God’s faithfulness and be baptized. If you would like to be baptized, please contact Pastor Jeff. In the event of inclement weather, we will gather in the fellowship hall at 9:30 AM for breakfast and the sanctuary at 10:30 AM for worship.
God’s Love is Extreme! Vacation Bible School is planned for July 13th – 16th. If you would like to volunteer, please contact a member of the VBS Committee: Ally Chupp, Angel Miller or Dana Selzer. We have opportunities for everyone!
Day in the Country In the past this has been a good community and fund raising event. We did not have Day in the Country last year and want to see if there is someone who would like to spearhead a Day in the Country this year. If this is something God is calling you to or if you would like more information about what is involved, please contact the church office.
Events
Today, May 24, 2026
9:30 AM Sunday School
10:30 AM Worship
This week May 25th – 30th
Tue 6 – 8 PM TLC Thomas 1st Christian Church (Looming Class)
Wed Fellowship Hall Reserved
8 PM Missions Meeting
Sat JH & Elementary Bible Memory Camp
Next Sunday, May 31st
9:30 AM Sunday School
10:30 AM Worship
Meal & Wedding Shower
Upcoming events
June 6th Ladies Brunch in the Barn
June 7th Singing Evening
Members Meeting
June 21st Maple Lawn Manor
Church in the Canyon
June 25th-27th Church Reserved
July 5th Communion
Singing Evening
July 13th – 16th Vacation Bible School
July 24th-25th Church Reserved
August 2nd Maple Lawn Manor
Communion
Singing Evening
August 20th – 22nd Hydro Free Fair
Prayer Requests
For our church family
That Christ may be seen in us.
God’s leading in our wider church affiliation process.
Our homebound members ~ Warren Slagell
Those preparing for marriage and the marriages of our congregation.
Praise the Lord for our graduates and God’s blessing for their futures.
Health Concerns
- Keith Miller ~ Recovering from diagnostic procedure
- Sherry Corrigan ~ Recovering from surgery
- Jason Swihart ~ Recovering from hip surgery
- Ellen Shantz ~ Recovering from foot surgery
- Kay Crispin ~ Recuperating at home
Pastor Jeff, the elders and their families.
Elders & families
In our community
For those who don’t know Jesus as their Lord and Savior.
Unity among believers.
Health concerns
- Anita, Susana Friesen’s sister ~ recovering from a heart procedure
- Margaret, Susana Friesen’s sister ~ fragile health
- Wanda Knapp, Larry White’s mother ~ as she starts chemo
- Slayter and Sierra’s relationship and pregnancy (Slayter is Larry White’s son)
- Jane Vaughn, Marla Eichelberger’s sister ~ battling cancer
- 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 area 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 in September)
5:45 PM Meal
6:30 PM Activities for all ages