CHURCH NEWS September 23, 2007

There will be a Body Life Meeting today, following the Worship Service in the Memorial Parlor.

Congratulations to Matt Kraske on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. The church family is invited to attend Matt Kraske's Eagle Scout Court of Honor today at 3pm here at the church. 

CALLING ALL RINGERS!!!  Now That fall schedules are lining up, it is time to assess our lives to see if ringing handbells is an avenue of Christian service you would like to pursue.  We are beginning the process of calling all ringers from the near or distant past, and any persons who have expressed an interest in trying the art of ringing.  In our calls, we will be asking each person to express a preference on a practice day of the week and time of day for practice.  This will enable planners to choose the day and time which is workable for the largest number of ringers.  If you wish to be called, please contact the church office, 826-1290, or Marian McClanahan, 826-1386, or Dawn Larson, 826-4179.

ATTENTION All Committee Chair Persons– Please check your boxes in the office for 2008 Budget preparation information.

Monday, 4:00 pm – Any able body person who would like to help take out the side walk just come on by and we will put you to .

MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER: Elope for a Weekend!
Marriage Encounter weekend is a chance for you as a husband and wife to come away from the pressures, hurriedness, and routine of everyday living, and concentrate on each other.  It is for couples who recognize that good marriages don't "just happen"; good marriages require time alone together, away from distractions, where the two of you can focus on your relationship. Whether you've been married five years or fifty, you can find new meaning and deepened love in your Marriage Encounter.  It is November 2nd-4th, 2007 in Leavenworth, Washington. Brochures and registration information are on the table by the office.   Space is limited – register soon.

Small Groups: One of the best ways to keep ourselves growing in the faith is through participating in a small group Bible Study.  Groups will begin in October.  But, we need you to begin signing up now.  Also, we need host homes.  Please sign on the Friendship Register – "Groups" or "host Home". 

Presbytery women’s luncheon is Tuesday, Sept. 25th, noon, at the Okanogan Presbyterian Church.