Pastor's Note
What a great week and weekend of ministry we've had! It was great to see so many Harvester's at the Christian Social Services Banquet on Saturday evening. The Harvester "Spa Basket" was a huge hit! Sunday evening, we had upwards of 60 middle and Sr. high students from 4 different youth groups at our burger bash. Don't forget this Wednesday evening launches our Wed Night Ministry for children, youth and adults. I look forward to hearing your input on the Spiritual LIfe Survey at the Chat Back session. We want to continue being certain that our ministry is truly making a difference in your relationship with Christ.
In HIM,
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Children's Ministry
Calling all PARENTS AND VOLUNTEERS! We need you to help with Sunday school and our other special events this school year. Please check out our "Children's Ministry Volunteer Central" rolling board in the hall (or outside before/after worship if weather permits) and sign up to be a part of this vital ministry here at Harvester! Thank you.
Wednesday Night Children's Program
Beginning September 16th, we will offer "Live BIG" for elementary age children from 6:45-7:45pm. Children will be divided into two classes:
Grades K-2 with Ms. Peggy and Ms. Kelly
Grades 3-5 with Ms. Diana and Ms. Jennifer
This program is similar to Discovery Club that we've offered in previous years.
Our SMENCILS FUNdraiser is going on now! Smencils (gourmet scented pencils made from recycled newspapers) are available in 10 scents and the kids love them! They are $1 each. Thanks to all of you who have already purchased Smencils. We have plenty more, so look for us near the Welcome Tent on Sunday mornings. Proceeds will go toward our Playground Fund.
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Youth Ministry
See Youth Schedule on the right for what's happening this week.
REMEMBER the Coastal Cleanup Work & Play Day is this Saturday, September 19th, 7:30 - 2:00: This is a Pasco County Service Project in which our Harvester Youth will be participating. There is a sign-up sheet on the youth bulletin board....please sign up if you are interested in attending. Youth can get community service hours for this project! We will meet at the Wilderness Lake Preserve Lodge at 7:30 am. Please bring gloves and wear ankle high socks, a hat and sunscreen. During the morning, we will work with others to help clean up Tower Road (near Ehren Cutoff). At noon, we will be treated to hotdogs, chips and drinks and have an opportunity to swim and relax at the Wilderness Lake Preserve pools. Vicky Sanders is coordinating this day so please let her know if you have any questions (813-995-2876).
Click here for up-to-date information on future youth activities.
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Worship
Wednesday Night Music Programs
Cherub Choir, 6:45-7:45: Children ages 3-4 are invited to join Ms. Shannon and Ms. Debbi for singing, movement, stories and rhythm instrument play.
G'z Kidz Choir, 6:45-7:45: Elementary aged children are invited to join Ms. Deborah and Ms. Jennifer for singing and drama.
Seasonal Choir, 8:00-9:00: Youth and adult singers are invited to join the choir in preparation for the Christmas Musical "A Baby Changes Everything" to be presented in worship on December 6th. |
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Outreach
We currently have the following opportunities to reach out to others in the name of Christ:
- Oasis Pregnancy Care Center (special prayer for upcoming events)
- We have many volunteer needs for October events. At this time we are in need of a Pumpkin Patch Coordinator to prepare for the arrival of pumpkins on October 9th. Please contact the church office if you are interested.
Click here for details on these and other opportunities.
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October 24th Rummage Sale
Mark you calendars....this year's Fall Festival will be held on Saturday, October 24th from 10 until 2. We will be having a Rummage Sale on the church property from 7 a.m. until 12 p.m. on the same date. Please save any items* you may have available to donate. Items may be dropped off at the church Monday (10/19) through Wednesday (10/21). Due to space constraints we ask that you hold your donations until then. Thank you. Please contact Llurah Utt with questions at 996-6926.
[*Only useable items please. NO computers, TV's, mattresses, boxsprings or sleeper sofas (too heavy). Clothing should be clean - NO stains or holes.]
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Worship Times
Saturday
5:30pm
Contemporary Cafe
(nursery available)
Sunday
9:00am
Tradtional Worship
(nursery available)
Sunday
10:30am
Contemporary Worship
(nursery & children's
program available)
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Upcoming Messages
"Hurry up...and Wait!"
Sermon Series
September 19/20
"And the point...IS?"
(Exodus 33:12-23)
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Wednesday, September 16th: Regular Wednesday night bible study starts this week from 6:45 - 7:45. The youth will be starting a study on The Life of Christ: The Basis of Faith.
Sunday, September 20th: Drama at 4:30, Youth Band at 5:00 and SNY at 6:00. .
Coastal Cleanup Work & Play Day, Saturday, September 19th, 7:30 - 2:00: This is a Pasco County Service Project in which our Harvester Youth will be participating. There is a sign-up sheet on the youth bulletin board....please sign up if you are interested in attending. We will meet at the Wilderness Lake Preserve Lodge at 7:30 am. Please bring gloves and wear ankle high socks, a hat and sunscreen. During the morning, we will work with others to help clean up Tower Road (near Ehren Cutoff). At noon, we will be treated to hotdogs, chips and drinks and have an opportunity to swim and relax at the Wilderness Lake Preserve pools. Vicky Sanders is coordinating this day so please let her know if you have any questions |
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Church Contact Information
Office
(813) 948-2311
Web Site
Ministry Assistant
Teresa Boudreau
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