WELCOME to the Lakeville United Church of Christ
Announcements
March 2, 2008
“No matter who you are and no matter where you are on life’s journey,
you are welcome here!"
Upcoming Events:
Today is -- Parish Pantry Sunday
The children will be collecting our gifts of non-perishable items during worship.
Monday, March 3rd @ 7 pm - Executive Council Meeting - all are invited
Wednesday, March 5th @ noon - Lenten Luncheon
No Bible Study
Thursday, March 6th @ noon - Ecumenical Book Review
Thursday, March 6th @ 7 pm - Choir Rehearsal
Wednesday, March 12th @ 10 am - Memorial Gifts Committee
Thursday, March 13th @ 7 pm - Bd. of Ed.
NOTE: Pastor Deborah will be away from March 1st – March 5th. Please call Steve at 202-2488 or
Sue Forsyth at 442-0125 in case of emergency.
Bev is now working Wednesday and Thursday from 9 am to approximately 1 pm.
A Word from the Student Minister
Dear Friends in Faith,
Today we hear about the miracle of the man born blind who received his sight through the love of Jesus. One thing you may notice in this story is that no one around this man seems to be happy for him now that he has received this gift. May we always be happy and grateful for the blessings we receive, and for the blessings bestowed on our neighbors. And for the record, I am very happy about the blessing of being privileged to serve this congregation who has made me feel so welcome and loved.
God bless you all! Steve Johnson
ANNOUNCEMENTS!!!
Starting next week, March 9th, all announcements must be written out ahead of the service and given to the Liturgist, who will read them on your behalf. When your announcement is read, please stand.
Lay Ministry Team
Our next meeting will be March 9th. Several people have discerned that their God-given gifts include ministry leadership in the church. If you also have discerned that you have this gift and would like to use it, please see Pastor Deborah soon.
Mission of the Month of March – Sharing Resources, Changing Lives
This month we have the opportunity to contribute to the One Great Hour of Sharing. This offering is one way we all can respond to some of the many needs in our world – from our own United States to some of the poorest nations. This money helps communities affected by natural disasters and people displaced by war. It provides medical and food aid, but it also helps people learn new ways to improve their lives and support their families.
Men's Fellowship and Bible Study
Calling all men in the church who are looking for a deeper walk with God and with your fellow church members! We have formed a solid group of guys who have come together to share our faith journeys and to reflect on the various biblical personalities who might be our models for living the Christian life. All opinions are welcome, there are no right or wrong answers. We simply want to share with each other and open up new horizons for understanding God's will for our lives. If you haven’t joined us yet, please consider it. Your voice will add to the richness of the experience for all of us! Our next meeting will be March 15.
Social Hour
Social Hour Host sign-up list is posted on the hallway bulletin board. Please consider doing partnership to host a social hour after worship. It's a great time to gather and share fellowship with each other.
AUDIO Tapes
Audio tapes of the services are available and can be found next to the office foyer bulletin board.
Teresa House
Teresa House is currently looking for more volunteers. Teresa House is a comfort care home that cares for the terminally ill from our community. They are now offering orientation classes for new recruits. For more information on this great cause, call 243-1978.
The "Crossbearers" Quartet
The "Crossbearers", a southern gospel singing quartet, will present a concert of music at the Geneseo United Methodist Church on Sunday, March 9th at 4:00 pm. The public is invited to attend this Lenten program. A reception will follow in the Fellowship Hall. A freewill offering will be received. (See flyer on bulletin board)
Annual Fish Dinners
The Avon United Methodist Church, 130 Genesee St, Avon, is presenting its Annual Fish Dinners on March 7, 14, 28 and April 4. The dinner features baked or batter fried haddock, baked potato, coleslaw, rolls, applesauce and desserts. They will be serving from 4:30 to 7 pm. The dinner is $8 for adults; $4 for children 4-11 and children 3 and under, are free. There will be hot dogs for the children, if you wish. Take outs are available.
10th Annual Taste of Livingston County
The 10th Annual Taste of Livingston County will be held Tuesday, April 1st from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at the Genesee River Restaurant in Mt. Morris. Tickets are available for $20 and the proceeds will be donated to Noyes Hospital Diabetes Education Program. (See flyer on the bulletin board)
Prayer List
If you would like to have someone on our Prayer List please fill out a pew card (include your name) and put the card in the collection plate.
Let us pray for our families, World Leaders, those serving in the military, those who have served our country and have been wounded, those suffering from cancer, those recovering from operations, those recovering from trauma or accidents, those who suffer from alienation or ill-will, those who don’t have enough to eat, those who need work; Sharon, Tyler, Lois, Danielle, Jim’s family, Mark’s family, Vicky King, Charmagne Flanagan and her companions as they climb Mt Kilimanjaro.
PLEASE NOTE: Don Lewis is temporarily residing, for therapy, at the Highlands @ Brighton, 5901 Lac de Ville Blvd., Rochester, NY 14618. Cards and visits would be most welcome.
Directory
Reverend Deborah E. Roof Pastor
Steve Johnson Student Pastor
Irina Georgieva Choir Director, Organist
Gayle Tiede Liturgist
Les Scutt Trustee (March)
Gil Fleming Deacon of Concern (March.)
Nancy Parker Council President
Cindy Davis/Marcia Parsons Financial Secretaries
Beverly Pepperdine Secretary
Scriptures for the Fifth Sunday in Lent – March 9, 2008 Attendance for 2/23 - 50
• Ezek 37:1-14 • Ps 130 • Rom 8:6-11 • John 11:1-45 •
Lakeville United Church Of Christ Phone # (585) 346-5235
5687 Big Tree Road Email: lakevilleucc@frontiernet.net
Rev. Deborah E Roof Pastor's Cell # 472-4284
Email: revdeborah@frontiernet.net Website: www.LakevilleUCC.com
"Never
place a period where God has placed a comma." - Gracie
Allen