IN THIS ISSUE
CALENDAR

  • Discover Deerbrook class, Nov 8
  • Gift Box Assembly, Nov 18
  • Fall Youth Retreat, Nov 20 - 22
  • Children's musical, "The Orphans' Wish," Nov 22
  • Christmas Decoration Chili Party, Nov 23
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  November 5, 2015
Sunday

We are called to bring people to Jesus. But it ain't so easy. This week, we will examine 4 statements and determine if they are true or false. What does God want?
  
Please read I Timothy 1:1-2:7 in preparation. 
 
Annual Fall Youth Retreat
The Annual Fall Youth Retreat will be Friday, November 20 at 4:00 pm to Sunday, November 22 at 9:00 am at the Youth Front Camp West Retreat in Edgerton, KS. Cost is $65. Please give cash or checks (payable to Deerbrook Covenant Church) to Preston.
Discover Deerbrook

Discover Deerbrook is our Membership 101 class. It is being offered this Sunday, Nov 8 from 11:45 am - 2:45 pm, with lunch included. We will meet this week to learn more about the history and teaching of the Covenant Church. 
Operation Christmas Child

Come help assemble gift boxes on Wednesday, Nov 18 at 7:00 pm. Being involved in this Samaritan's Purse project is a great way to have a positive impact on children around the world.

Supply lists are available in the foyer.
Children's Musical, Sunday, Nov 22

Our talented kids will present an original production of "The Orphans' Wish" during the 10:00 am Worship Service on Nov 22. 
This heartwarming story depicts the journey of a rambunctious group of orphans who are accompanied by three Children's Aid Workers as they travel from New York to Missouri in the year 1922. 
   
Please join us on the 22nd as we share another example of God's amazing love and plan for even "the smallest of these." 
Children's Ministry Hiring Team Update
Patricia will be with us as our Children's Ministry Director until November 30. The  hiring team, chaired by Debbie Dziurawiec, has begun meeting. The team also includes Laura Wissel, Jackie Sutton, Robert Cooper, Paula Hicks, and Pastor Roger. 
   
Please keep the team in your prayers.
   
Please direct any questions or comments you may have to the team at cmhiringteam@gmail.com
Christmas Decoration Chili Party

We will have our annual Christmas Decoration Chili Party on Monday, November 23 at 6:00 pm. Please come and help decorate the large Christmas tree in the sanctuary and the smaller trees in the foyer. We will have a big pot of chili ready for everyone to enjoy!
Deerbrook Church Leadership ~ 2016
As 2015 comes to a close, the Deacon Council is making plans for 2016 and looking for leaders for important roles. The following positions provide opportunities for service at Deerbrook:  
  • 2 seats on the Deacon Council
  • 2 seats with the Audit Team
  • 3 seats with the Nominating Committee
If you have an interest in serving, please reach out to Greg Barnette at 913-915-3842 or by email at Gregory.Barnette@kellogg.com.
2017 Church Camp
Registration for Church Camp, June 2017, continues. We need to register this far in advance in order to secure the rooms at the YMCA of the Rockies. However, if your plans change, you will get a refund of your deposit. See the information sheet for details.