Our mission: "To be the body of Christ in our community,
sharing God's love and living the example of Jesus."

 

Vision Statement

Announcements for Sunday, November 21, 2010

Posted November 19th, 2010

Advent devotional books are available in the Church Gathering Space and on the literature stand in the Education Building.

Bulletin information for Sunday, November 28 is due in the Church Office by noon on Tuesday, November 23.

The church family is invited to attend the 15th Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner which is planned for Thanksgiving Day, November 25, at the Community Building. Serving time will be from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. There is no charge for the meal. Volunteers to help and donations for pies are requested. Reservations: 241-1292 Volunteer: 245-0313 Pie Donations: 241-8501. Since Community Thanksgiving Inc. is a non-profit organization, financial donations are being accepted at: P.O. Box 14, McPherson, KS 67460.

The December/January Newsletter deadline is Sunday, November 28. Printed copies will be available on Sunday, December 5. News items may be left at the Church Office or emailed to Darren Hendricks (darrenhendricks@gmail.com) or the office (maccob@sbcglobal.net).

The Sojourners Class invites the church family and guests to attend the Christmas Breakfast, at 8:45 a.m. on Sunday, December 5, in the Church Social Room. Music by Inspire, storytelling by Dawn Hoffman, good food, and fellowship are all part of an annual tradition that brings special meaning to the Advent season. Please bring a breakfast goodie to share. Sunday School classes will not meet that morning.

Alexander Mack Men’s Fellowship will hold their annual Christmas Dinner at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, December 8 (note the date change), in the Church Social Room. Dinner will be served by AMICS. Music by Inspire (Ellen Gilbert, Dawn Hoffman and Deb Wagoner) and Resonance (Bruce Wagoner, Bryan Hess and Dan Masterson) will follow the meal. Allan Ayella will be contacting those with email and Art Snell will be making phone contacts. You may also reserve your place by emailing Allan (ayellaa@mcpherson.edu) or by calling Art (241-2427) with names and numbers (including guests), by Wednesday, December 1.

Steps to End Poverty (STEPMC) invites you to attend an opportunity to learn more about ending poverty in McPherson. Carlos Guajardo, a Getting Ahead graduate from Springfield, Ohio, will be telling his story of how Circles™ helped him move out of poverty. He is now assisting others in his community. Two sessions are being offered at the First United Methodist Church on Thursday, December 9, 11:30 – 1 p.m. or 6:30 – 8 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

Tags: , , , , , , ,
Posted in News
No comments yet. Add your comment to the discussion.

Announcements for Sunday, August 29, 2010

Posted August 27th, 2010

Help Save the Planet! Earth Day Tip #35, shared by the Philo Class: Remember, “The Earth is the Lord’s.” We are stewards and caretakers of God’s Creation. Please continue to work for a Green Planet.

September Newsletter – Printed copies are available on the literature stands in the Church Good Shepherd Foyer and the Education Building Foyer, and on the small table by the telephone in the Church Social Room.

Get e-mail updates on www.macbrethren.org. Stay up-to-date with church news by signing up for e-mail alerts on our church web site. Visit www.macbrethren.org and enter your e-mail address in the left column of the screen under “Subscribe to E-mail Updates” and then follow the instructions in the confirmation e-mail.

Administrative Assistant Janice Friesen will be on vacation from Tuesday, August 31 through Friday, September 3. Volunteer staff will be in the office to answer the telephone and to assist those who stop by.

To submit items for the Sunday, September 5 bulletin: contact Jana Goering (241-4080 or janamike@cox.net) by noon on Thursday, September 2.

The church family is invited to attend a Baby Shower for Jeff, Liz, and Matthew Krehbiel at 2:30 p.m. today, in the Church Social Room.

Congratulations to Natalie Dutrow and Jared Cassiano who were married in Utah on June 12, 2010. The church family is invited to attend a Wedding Shower in their honor at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 5, in the Church Social Room. To contribute to a group gift, contact Madonna Reynolds (241-3951) or Judy Stockstill (241-2978) by Wednesday, September 1.

If you are interested in assisting with infant child care during Sunday school, please contact Christi Paulsen (245-0164).

Tags: ,
Posted in News
No comments yet. Add your comment to the discussion.

Announcements for Sunday, August 22, 2010

Posted August 21st, 2010

Help Save the Planet! Earth Day Tip #34, shared by the Philo Class: Vary children’s diets as much as possible while giving them plenty of fruits and vegetables. Consider buying organic foods if available.

September Newsletter – Printed copies are available on the literature stands in the Church Good Shepherd Foyer and the Education Building Foyer, and on the small table by the telephone in the Church Social Room.

Get e-mail updates on www.macbrethren.org. Stay up-to-date with church news by signing up for e-mail alerts on our church web site. Visit www.macbrethren.org and enter your e-mail address in the left column of the screen under “Subscribe to E-mail Updates” and then follow the instructions in the confirmation e-mail.

This fall will be an exciting time for our congregation since we will be celebrating the 125th anniversary of our church. Everyone who loves to sing is invited to join the Adult Choir for our first rehearsal which will be held from 7 – 8:10 p.m. on Wednesday, August 25, in the Church Sanctuary. You are encouraged to come and share your musical talents. Angelus Ringers will also resume rehearsals at 8:15 p.m. on the 25th. – Winona Godfrey

The church family is invited to attend a Baby Shower for Jeff, Liz, and Matthew Krehbiel at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, August 29, in the Church Social Room. For gift suggestions or if you would like to contribute to a group gift, please contact Daisy Friesen (245-5865) or Lisa Goering (755-2876) by Wednesday, August 25.

Congratulations to Natalie Dutrow and Jared Cassiano who were married in Utah on June 12, 2010. The church family is invited to attend a Wedding Shower in their honor at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 5, in the Church Social Room. To contribute to a group gift, contact Madonna Reynolds (241-3951) or Judy Stockstill (241-2978) by Wednesday, September 1.

Would you enjoy being a member of an intergenerational Sunday school class this fall? If so, you may wish to join the INQUIRERS Class. They will seek to “take Jesus seriously” by doing a study of Jesus’ life and teachings. For books/ information, contact Florence Crago (241-4386).

If you are interested in assisting with infant child care during Sunday school, please contact Christi Paulsen (245-0164).

Tags: , , , ,
Posted in News
No comments yet. Add your comment to the discussion.

Announcements for Sunday, August 1, 2010

Posted July 30th, 2010

Help Save the Planet! Earth Day Tip #31, shared by the Philo Class: Pray and act for the conservation of the earth’s oceans and have faith that God will answer your prayers.

August Newsletter – Printed copies are available on the literature stands in the Church Good Shepherd Foyer and the Education Building Foyer, and on the small table by the telephone in the Church Social Room. You may also check on-line (www.macbrethren.org).

Your gift of meal planning, cooking, serving, and friendship at one of the Loaves and Fishes Meals on Sunday, August 8 or 15 would be appreciated. A coordinator, 6-8 helpers, and food providers, are requested for each Sunday. For the August 8 meal, contact Mary Ann Dutrow (241-6520), for August 15, contact Kristen Reynolds (241-5037) or Susan Taylor (241-3321).

The Foods Resource Bank Harvest Celebration will be held at the Monitor Church of the Brethren from 3 to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, August 8. Come for homemade ice cream (Dennis Friesen) and cake at 3 p.m. which will be followed by a short program. Donations for cost of the food will be appreciated.

On May 15, the Junior High Youth led us in celebrating the filling of the Heifer Peace Pipe with $250 in quarters in just four months. Then they challenged us to fill it again in three months. Can we meet the challenge on August 15?

Paper copies of the summaries of the questions that were discussed at the Cottage Meetings and summaries of the demographic interviews, recorded by the Moving Forward Committee, are available in the Church Office upon request.

Due to economic conditions, the requests for financial assistance continue. The Good Samaritan Fund is very low. Any contributions to the fund will be appreciated.

Tags: , , , ,
Posted in News
No comments yet. Add your comment to the discussion.

Announcements for Sunday, July 25, 2010

Posted July 24th, 2010

Help Save the Planet! Earth Day Tip #30, shared by the Philo Class: Let your voice be heard by government officials, both local and national.

August Newsletter – Printed copies are available on the literature stands in the Church Good Shepherd Foyer and the Education Building Foyer, and on the small table by the telephone in the Church Social Room. You may also check on-line (www.macbrethren.org).

Garden, anyone? Today, following the worship service, Jim Stevens will visit with those who are interested in any aspect of planning and planting a community garden. This informational meeting will be held in the Church Social Room. You may also contact Jim at (241-0969) or (Jim_Stevens_3@hotmail.com).

The Blitz Build for the newest McPherson Area Habitat for Humanity home at First and Elm Street in McPherson is planned for the week of July 26. The traditional Blitz Build will be from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Thursday – Saturday, July 29 – 31. If interested, contact Bill Parker (241-0886) or (wparker1@cox.net). Volunteer opportunities will continue until completion in December, 2010.

The McPherson Community Band will present it’s final concert for this summer at the band shell in Lakeside Park at 8 p.m. on Thursday, July 29. Participants from our church are: Doris Coppock, Todd Flory, Eric Goering, Winona Godfrey, Darren Hendricks, Allan van Asselt, and Kerrick van Asselt. Bring your lawn chairs/blankets and come to enjoy the music.

Monday, August 2, 6-10 p.m.: New Sponsor Orientation for M-2 (Match Two), a Prison Visitation Program at the Hutchinson Correctional Facility. Prior registration is requested by Monday, July 26 (316-283-2038 or ovm.ks@sbcglobal.net).

Your gift of meal planning, cooking, serving, and friendship at one of the Loaves and Fishes Meals on Sunday, August 8 or 15 would be appreciated. A coordinator, 6-8 helpers, and food providers, are requested for each Sunday. For the August 8 meal, contact Mary Ann Dutrow (241-6520), for August 15, contact Kristen Reynolds (241-5037) or Susan Taylor (241-3321)

On May 15, the Junior High Youth led us in celebrating the filling of the Heifer Peace Pipe with $250 in quarters in just four months. Then they challenged us to fill it again in three months. Can we meet the challenge on August 15?

Paper copies of the summaries of the questions that were discussed at the Cottage Meetings and summaries of the demographic interviews, recorded by the Moving Forward Committee, are available in the Church Office upon request.

Due to economic conditions, the requests for financial assistance continue. The Good Samaritan Fund is very low. Any contributions to the fund will be appreciated.

The Western Plains District Board will be webcasting all business sessions and worship sessions during District Conference. For a schedule and instructions on connecting, please visit the following website: http://wpdconnectpro.weebly.com/webcast-information.html.

Tags: , , , , , ,
Posted in News
No comments yet. Add your comment to the discussion.

« Older Entries