August 29, 2010

*Attention Keenagers:  We’re planning a trip to Little Switzerland, NC on Wednesday, September 22nd.  Rates are $124 for two dbl. beds or $124 for a king.  Price includes dinner the day of arrival & full breakfast the next morning.  Money must be paid ASAP!  Biltmore expenses must be paid by October 1st.  Let Dianne know ASAP if you’re interested in joining us or for more info.
 · Sunday School Classes: 8:45am Room 223 is the study of the Book of James, in the Pairs & Spares Room 229 they’re looking at the 7 Words of Worship; at 9:45am in the Van Buren Room 256 and Odds & Ends Room 227 they’re studying from 1st & 2nd Thessalonians—the nature, foundation and marks of a Christian; Room 244 Bible Study.
· Men’s Bible Study: We’re currently studying “The Modern Message of Malachi”.  Join us Thursdays at 7pm in the Fellowship Hall.
· Women’s Bible Study:  Join us for a study titled “Rich in the Things that Count Most” and explore the real riches in our lives.  Thursdays from 7-8:30pm in the Parlor.
· Youth Grunge Day TODAY from 5-8pm!  Join us for hot dogs, hamburgers, ice cream, a Whipped Cream War and tons of slime as we welcome our new 6th Graders to Contagious.  Contact Steve Goatley for more information.
· 9:45 Sunday School Class:  Middle School meets upstairs in Room 225, and High School  meets downstairs in Room 117.
· Youth Fundraiser:  Donations needed for the Stumpy Creek Concession Stand.  Coke products, 20 oz. Gatorade (basic flavors), & 16 oz. bottled water.  Volunteers are needed to operate the stand, contact Steve for more info.  Please drop off donations in Steve’s office.
· Discover KidsLink-Travel Guide to the Fruit of the Spirit - Bible Adventure and Music for Elementary through 5th grade and Preschoolers.  Sign your kids up today for the best time ever!  Wednesday nights 6-7pm starting Sept. 8th.  Helpers Needed see the tear off and specify area of service and term you would like to serve.  Sign up today on the tear off!!
· Paid Nursery Worker Opportunity for Wednesday nights 5:45-7:15pm.  Contact Donna for more information.
· Connection Meal TODAY:  Are you new to the church?...new member?...thinking of joining?  Join us for lunch at Noon in the Fellowship Hall to meet the Staff and their families.  Learn about Ministry Teams and Small Group Studies.
· Martha Cornelius Circle will meet tomorrow at 7pm in the Parlor.
· Design & Build Team Meeting has been rescheduled for Tuesday, August 31st at 6:30pm in Room 240.
· Preschool has openings in our 2 and 3 year old classes for the 2010-2011 Preschool year.  Contact Beth at 704-528-5525 ext. 111 for more details and registration information.
· Trustees Meeting: Wednesday, September 1st at 7pm in Room 240.
· FREE Community-wide Pancake Breakfast Saturday, September 4th from 7:30-9:30am in the Fellowship Hall.  Be sure to invite your co-workers, friends & neighbors.
· UMW General Meeting and Salad Supper:  Tuesday, September 7th at 6:30pm in the Fellowship Hall.
· September Manna of the Month: Peanutbutter.  Place in the wicker baskets located in the Commons Area and hall leading to the Fellowship Hall.  Thanks for your donations.
· SPRC Meeting:  Wednesday, September 8th at 7pm in Room 240.
· FREE Blood Pressure Checks Sunday, September 12th from 9:30-9:45am & 10:45-11am in the Health Ministries Office Room 238.