Think generously. Practice generosity. And do so courageously.
It takes courage to talk about money. Our relationship with money is based on our entire Western economy of consumption. One cannot be a successful consumer without adequate resources – couple this notion with the idea that scarcity is what gives added value to objects, and we create a relentless and self-consuming cycle of desire and pursuit which leads only to hoarding and deep levels of anxiety. It elevates money to a god-like status with the mistaken belief that if we have more of it, we will have a sense of greater worth and experience lower stress. It takes courage to speak either to the false relationship between wealth and blessing or to address the responsibility and the burden of wealth. People who live only in the expectation of a blessing cannot yet see that they have already received one. It is no easier when people have abundance. To forget the source of our provision is to lose our own identity and to lose our way.
An Independent Living Open House is planned for 3-5 p.m., today, at The Cedars – watch for signs. All are welcome.
Quilt displayed: The Cedars Service Teams, known formerly as The Cedars Guild, has been functioning since 1953 and is currently comprised of approximately 40 volunteers in 10 teams that assist at The Cedars. Activities include greeting in reception areas, quilting, needle crafting, visiting residents to distribute quilts and hand-crafted gifts, hosting the coffee shop, assisting the library and puzzle room and Fitness Center, making tray favors, and welcoming new residents to The Cedars Village. Each year, the teams purchase items for residents’ use. This year the goal is a reclining chair for Cedars House 805 and a puzzle table for the health care center. These projects are funded through donations and a quilt drawing. This year’s quilt is being displayed on the chancel this morning. If you would like to support the efforts of these teams, you are invited to stop by the table in the Good Shepherd Foyer after worship or contact Jana Goering (620.241.4080) anytime.
M-2 Prison Visitation Volunteer Opportunity – At Hutchinson Correctional Facility (HCF) there are over 50 inmates who are waiting for a visit. Through Offender/Victim Ministries’ M-2 Program, you have the opportunity to visit an inmate one evening per month. New volunteer training is planned for 12 p.m., Monday, September 17 at HCF or 7 p.m. on Thursday, September 20 at Bethel College Mennonite Church, North Newton. For information, contact Ben Kreider (ben@offendervictimministries.org or 316.281.5244).
Fellowship – Fun – Feedback — Invest in the Fellowship of being with others – spend 90 minutes with someone you’ve known forever OR that you’ve just met! Indulge in the Fun of ‘Desserts without Guilt’ – choose from options ranging from sinful to saintly. Improve your worship experience – leave Feedback at your table. Choose either Saturday – September 22 or October 6, 6:00 to 7:30 p.m., in the Church Social Room. Sign-Up in the Church Good Shepherd Foyer or call Janice (620.241.1198).
Reasonable Faith is a series that illustrates that Christianity is fully compatible with the findings of contemporary science, humanitarian ethics, and critical biblical scholarship. On Monday, September 24, 7-8 p.m., Kirk MacGregor will present “Does Science Point to God?” in Mohler Hall, Room 212, McPherson College. Everyone is welcome.
The 14th Annual Western Plains District Gathering is planned for Friday – Sunday, October 26-28, at Webster Conference Center, Salina. Registration forms are available in the Church Gathering Space and in the Education Building literature rack. Online registration is available on the district website (wpcob.org). Registration deadline is Monday, October 15.
Opportunities – Churches United in Ministry
– Two individuals to serve as co-managers of the Save ‘N Share Store. Starting pay and starting date negotiable, current managers will train. Vacation and holiday benefits are available. If interested, contact Jalayn Stieben (620.241.7389).
– Vice-President, willing to serve on the Executive Committee this upcoming year, beginning with the October 23 meeting. Contact Vaughn Ingram (620.241.7262), Pastor Lynn Scott (620.241.1390), or Bonnie Hoffman (620.245.7621).
Church Cancellation
In the event of severe weather or a catastrophic event:
listen to local radio KBBE 96.7
watch rolling banner on bottom of screen on TV Channel 12
check KWCH Channel 12 website CLOSED list and the church Facebook page
When personnel can get to the office, an All Church Email will be sent.
2018 Month-to-Date Financial Report
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Sept. 2
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Sept. 9 |
Sept. 16 |
Sept. 23 |
Sept. 30 |
Total
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Weekly Offering Needed
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$8,000 |
$8,000 |
$8,000 |
$8,000 |
$8,000 |
$40,000
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Offering Received
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$5,072.56
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$10,432.00
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