Supporting Haiti
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OFFERINGS AT MISSIO DEI
If you haven't heard by now, the country of Haiti was hit with several massive earthquakes on January 12. What should our response be? How should we, as a church, come together to help bring aid? As you've read or heard, this is a massive tragedy, and we, the church, must have a response.
The Elders of Missio Dei Church decided that we will be financially supporting two different organizations.
Special love offerings will be taken through Sunday, February 14 during communion. These offerings will be in addition to our regular tithes and offerings and benevolence. During the week of February 14, we will reexamine whether or not to continue taking special offerings for Haiti.
We believe that we can collect more than $4,000 as a church and would love for this to be an expression of our willingness to "bear one another's burdens... especially to those who are of the household of faith."
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Snowboarding/Skiing Trip
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BUILDING COMMUNITY IN THE SNOW
PLEASE RSVP HERE!
The MDC third annual snowboarding trip is going to be Saturday, February 6th at Devil's Head Resort in Wisconsin. We will gather at the Ministry Center at 6:00 AM and drive up in a large vehicle for a day of fun in the snow. Each year proves to be a great day of riding, chillin', and connecting. So whether you are a pro or beginner, join us for a great time in the snow.
COSTS: Those who would like to go will cover their own lift ticket, rental, lunch. Additionally each person is asked to pitch in for gas money. If you have any questions at nathan@mdchurch.us
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Second Tuesday Prayer
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 We believe that prayer is a vital part of worshiping our Savior. We
want to be people who are in communication with their God as they
drive, as they go to class, as they work, as they spend time with
family or friends. We believe that God listens to, cares about, and
responds to the prayers of those who know Him. Second Tuesday is our monthly time of community prayer. We will be meeting in the Peace Community Church library on Tuesday, February 9, at 7:00 pm. You can RSVP and get directions here. |
Sweetness of Community
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HOW SWEET IT IS...
The Phillips will be hosting an event called "The Sweetness of Community" in their home on Sunday, January 31, from 7:00-8:30 pm. This event is a time for fellowship and testimony, as we gather together our small groups to celebrate the community God has created at Missio Dei. Whether you are already part of a small group or not, you are invited to join in this opportunity to praise God for all His blessings.
RSVP here and let the Phillips know if you can share a dessert.
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Donate Your Ink Cartridges
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The children's ministry - Kid's Crossing -
is asking for your help. We want all your old and used up ink cartridges to
turn in to purchase new tables and chairs for the kids. Just drop your old ink
cartridges into the marked trash can at the back of church. For more info
please contact Andy Raatjes.
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| Upcoming Community Events |
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01/29/10, Men's Ministry ( info) 01/31/10, Sweetness of Community ( info) 02/06/10, Snowboarding/Skiing Trip ( info) 02/20/10, Leadership Community ( info) For details, check out the full online calendar. |
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| Serving This Week |
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Children's January Theme: Creation
Jan 31
Nursery: Julie Boomsma, Kandace Lickel, Kati Konkol
Preschool: Sarah Phillips, Kendra DeBoer, Sydney Jacobsom
Grade School: Susan Lange
Greeters: Andy Birk, Diane Sexton
Ushers: Matt Boomsma
Host/Hostess: Pat Meyers, Diane Sexton
Communion Servers: Kelly Jager, Pat Meyers, Leah Meskis, Lauren Santefort
Children's February Theme: Beatitudes
Feb 7
Nursery: Molly Wagner, Kathy Costello, Jen Archbold
Preschool: Bob & Tenille Chapel
Grade School: Eric Bailey
Greeters: Kasey Warren, Diane Sexton
Ushers: Tara Birk
Host/Hostess: Pat Meyers, Sarah Phillips
Communion Servers: Diane Sexton, Joy MacDonald, Matt & Deanna Anderson
Feb 14
Nursery: Jenny Hunter, Elisabeth Hendricks, Cindy Hendricks
Preschool: Erin Raatjes, Sheryl Carter
Grade School: Andy Raatjes
Greeters: Eric Bailey, Leah Meskis
Ushers: Kati Konkol
Host/Hostess: Pat Meyers, Kati Konkol
Communion Servers: Nathan & Sarah Phillips, Matt & Julie Boomsma
***Children's Ministry Lead Teacher in Bold***
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PLEASE NOTE: If you are unable to help on the day you are scheduled, please make every attempt to switch with someone. If you can not get a substitute on your own, please contact Laura Vroom for Kids Crossing, Sarah Phillips for Hospitality, or Leah Meskis for Communion. |
| Offering Update |
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This information will not be in the weekly bulletin as we have many guests with us. Below is our month to date report of our tithes and offerings and benevolence:
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Offerings for January
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$8,766.56 |
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Monthly budget |
$11,000.00 |
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Surplus (Deficit) |
($2,233.44) |
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Offerings for December
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$14,809.00 |
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Monthly budget |
$9,700.00 |
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Surplus (Deficit) |
$5,109.00 |
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YTD Offerings |
$8,766.56 |
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Haiti Relief |
$1,335.39 |
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January Benevolence |
$66.00 |
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YTD Benevolence |
$66.00 |
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