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September 4, 2016 10:30 am
Gathered by Jesus Gathering Song Sanctuary On Screen Welcome Music for Meditation Call to Worship (Inspired by Psalm 84, 1 Kings 8:27) On Screen Prayer * Song What is this place HWB 1
To Hear God’s Word Scripture Reading Psalm 84 Sung Response Obey my voice HWB 163 Children’s Time Scripture Reading 1 Kings 6 & 8 (Shine On Story Bible) Sermon Builders and Laborers * Song God, who stretched HWB 414
With the Holy Spirit, We Go Forth Labor Day Blessing Bless the Work of Our Hands On Screen Offering Our Gifts to God Invitation to Offering Offertory
Prayer of Dedication On Screen Sharing of Joys and Concerns (Please fill-in and pass the friendship sheets)
Prayer of the Congregation * Song My hope is built on nothing less HWB 343 * Blessing * Musical Benediction
*Congregation Stands (If standing is difficult, please remain seated.)
Hymnals used in worship: HWB - Hymnal a Worship Book (Blue) STJ - Sing the Journey (Green) STS - Sing the Story (Purple)
OUR MISSION STATEMENT
As followers of Jesus Christ, our mission is to - Worship together as a community of faith, - Invite everyone to share the gift of God’s love, - Nurture each other in the faith, - Serve others in the spirit of Christ, and - Proclaim His way of peace, justice and reconciliation.
OUR PRIORITIES
Over the next several years, we are focusing on - Enriching Worship - Enhancing Christian Formation - Small Group Development
WELCOME
Welcome to Faith Church. We are glad you are with us this day.
If you need a listening assistance device or a large print bulletin, please ask an Usher.
CHILDCARE Childcare is provided in the nursery during worship for children ages three (3) and under. Vicki H and Joni J are responsible today; Mike and Ann D are responsible for next week.
Pastor: Rachel S Worship Leader: Deb S Song Leader: Janet E Accompanist: Tammy P Children’s Time: Alejandra M
Scripture Reader: Jim Y Slides: Kathy S
Sound: Jesús M Jr. Sanctuary Prep: Irma V
Ushers: Team A
Pre- K, ages 2-4, “Stories of God’s Faithfulness.” Main Floor, #207; Teacher: Brenda Martinez
Grades K-4, “God Restores the People.”
Basement, #103; Teacher: Naomi Wiebe
Middle School, Grades 5-8, “God Restores the People.”
Basement, #105; Teachers: Jon and Lisa Hochstetler,
Gail Unruh-Revel
High School, “God Restores the People.”
Basement, #107; Teachers: Verda Deckert,
Oris Schrag, Rachel Siemens
Lamplighters, “God Restores the People.”
Basement, #125; Teacher: Shari Scheffler
Open Class, “God Restores the People.”
Basement, Open Area
Cornerstones Adult Bible Study, “Sovereignty of God.”
Basement, #124; Teachers: Roy Unruh, Wendell Wiens
Crusaders Adult Bible Study, “Sovereignty of God.” Main Floor, #205; Teacher: Vern Jantz
Sunday School Resumes Next Week
September 11th
Join us at 9:00 am
FAITH CHURCH FAMILY NEWS
BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS … Nurses will be in the Health Wellness Room immediately following worship today to check blood pressures. Please stop by to have yours checked.
SENIOR COFFEE … on Labor Day (tomorrow, 09/05/16) will be at Charley's at the usual time of 9:00 am.
HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GAME NIGHT … This Wednesday, September 7, 2016, 7:00 pm. We will be meeting with other area church youth groups for a game night here at Faith Mennonite Church - Fellowship Hall.
FAITH MISSION CIRCLE … The first Mission Circle meeting this fall is Monday, September 12, 2016, at 7:15 pm, in the Fellowship Hall. The evening will include a presentation, “Building Bamboo Bikes in Congo,” by Chuck Regier, installation of officers, an offering for Camp Mennoscah and project items for Community Playschool. Everyone is welcome.
HANDBELL CHOIR … Wednesdays, 6:00-7:00 pm. Anyone is welcome to learn to ring with us. If you are interested, please contact Nola Stucky or any bell ringer. We have a full choir at the moment but are always needing substitutes, so please feel free to talk with us!
BEYOND FAITH CHURCH
LAUGHTER IS SACRED SPACE … Is on tour and coming to Buhler, KS, during Suicide Prevention Awareness Month today, 7:00 pm, Buhler High School (611 N Main St, Buhler, KS 67522). $2.00 admission, open to the public. Sponsored by Buhler Mennonite Church and NAMI Reno County. For more information, call 620.543.2733 or email: [email protected].
URGENT NEED … Join us for a MCC Kit Bag Assembly Party on Friday, September 9, 2016, 9:00 am-3:00 pm, at MCC in North Newton (121 E 30th), lunch will be provided. Cutting, ironing and sewing stations will be set up to help meet the need. Call 316-283-2720 to RSVP. Please indicate if you can bring a sewing machine or serger that day. Donations of medium weight cotton fabric at least one yard in length and neutral thread are needed. Please no heavy denim or double knit. Bring your friends and come join in the fun!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED … The Kansas MDS is calling for volunteers to do some fencing and chainsaw work at Medicine Lodge for Saturday, September 10, 2016. One group of volunteers will leave at 6:00 am, from First Mennonite Church in Newton and another group will leave at 6:00 am, from Bethel Mennonite Church in Inman. Volunteers are asked to report availability and for more information by calling the Kansas Unit Coordinator Gordon U.
IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS: In our prayers … ~ Women & Girls Retreat at Camp Mennoscah, September 9-11
Chris A, Grace B, & Pam S
Western District Conference … Pray for Alex A, Palestinian Christian leader hosted by WDC for a visit to central Kansas this weekend, speaking today at Zion Mennonite Church, Elbing, KS, and Lorraine Avenue Mennonite Church, Wichita, KS.
ANNUAL VILLA DAYS CELEBRATION AT SCHOWALTER VILLA … September 8-10, 2016. Highlights of the event include a bake sale, Friday night dinner, homemade ice cream and entertainment at Water’s Edge, and breakfast and a live auction Saturday at Dyck Arboretum. Many vintage items, beautiful quilts and gift certificates will be available for bid. Flyer posted on the bulletin board in foyer.
RETIREMENT INCOME SEMINAR … Everence Financial will present an informational seminar, Creating your retirement income strategy, at 7 p.m. on the following Mondays: Sept. 12 and Oct. 10. Everence Financial Advisor Robert Wall will speak about having enough for retirement, making your savings last and coping with the financial markets. There will also be time for your questions. The seminars will take place at Everence Financial, 371 N. Old Highway 81, Hesston. To reserve your spot, contact Darlene Buller at (877) 467-7294 or [email protected].
THE ANNUAL MCC FLATLANDER BICYCLE RIDE … Will be held on Saturday, September 17, originating at the Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) offices (121 East 30th Street, North Newton). This year’s ride will raise funds for an MCC water development project in Mozambique. Rides of approximately 35, 45, and 65 miles, as well as a shorter family ride, are planned. Both bikers and contributors are needed! Contributions for this MCC project from non-bikers should be made payable to MCC; “Flatlander Bike Ride” written on the memo line; and sent to: MCC, PO Box 235, North Newton, KS 67117. Flyer posted on the bulletin board in foyer.
SAVING AND SHARING … Have you ever thought of how you can invest and/or grow your personal funds? Have you wondered if there was a way that you could turn investment funds into a blessing for a non-profit? Have you ever wanted to invest in the stock market, create an endowment, or help the community through your personal investment? Join Everence and Harvey County Homeless Shelter on September 20, 2016, 6:30-8:30 pm, Faith Mennonite Church-Newton, to learn how all this could be possible. Open to the public.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR … Saturday, September 24, 2016, 1:30-4:30 pm, as Kauffman Museum hosts (for one day only) the traveling exhibit “A Place for All People” that celebrates the grand opening of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. At 3:00 pm, director Annette LeZotte will present a program on how the national museum developed and how it changes the visual landscape of the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
YOU ARE INVITED … to the Grace Hill Mennonite Church (Whitewater, KS) HOG ROAST on Sunday, September 25, 5:00-8:00 pm. Come for Food, Yard Games, Fellowship, & Music. Free will donation for area food banks. See you there!
SWISS MENNONITE CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION - SMCHA … Will hold their annual banquet on September 22, 2016, 6:00 pm, at Faith Mennonite Church-Newton. The cost is $20/plate, ethnic food catered by The BreadBasket. RSVP to Barbara Stucky at 620-345-8367. Payment may be made at the banquet. Come enjoy a special evening. Open to all.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED … Camp Mennoscah is looking for volunteers for various projects, including the kitchen/dining hall renovations. If interested, please send your name, email address, and information about skills you have to [email protected]. You will be added to a volunteer database and contacted as needs arise. Thank you for being a volunteer!
THIS WEEK (09/05 to 09/11)
Board of Administration contact person this month:
Mike S
OFFERING AND ATTENDANCE for August 28, 2016
Faith Mission Plan (FMP) $ 5,034.00 (FMP 2016 budget per week: $5,518.50) Facility Improvements Fund 916.00 Faith Retreat 224.00 TOTAL OFFERING $ 6,174.00
Worship Attendance: 150
Monday Church Office Closed-Labor Day NO Zumba Tuesday 7:00 pm Board of Worship Wednesday 6:00 pm Bell Choir Practice 7:00 pm High School Youth Group Game Night with Area
Churches-Faith Fellowship Hall
Thursday 6:00 pm Zumba 7:00 pm Board of Witness &
Outreach Saturday 7:00 pm Popcorn in the Pit Sunday 9:00 am Sunday School Resumes 10:00 am Coffee & Fellowship 10:30 am Worship - Christian
Formation Sunday ~ 1 Kings 3:3-15, 11:9-13
2100 N Anderson Ave Newton, KS 67114
(316) 283-6370 www.faithmenno.org
Staff Office Hours Rachel Siemens, Pastor [email protected] Monday-Thursday Mornings
Teresa Pickens, Administrative Assistant [email protected] Monday-Friday: 8:30 am-12:00 noon & 1:00 pm-3:30pm
Appointed Personnel Verda Deckert, Congregational Nurse [email protected]
Please have all announcements for next week into the church office by noon on Wednesday.
Pray for Peace Act for Peace
