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Sunday School - 9:15 a.m.
Sunday Worship-10:30 am
Fellowship - coffee and
snacks right after worship
in Roberts Hall
Friday Church Office Hours
On Friday the church office is open 8-12. If you need a pastor, please call Pastor Tim at 242-1824 (church) or 242-2926 (home).
Men's Breakfast & Bible Study Join us on Wednesday mornings at 7:30 at Keim Bakery. For more information contact: Jack Bushman - 242-2947 or Keith Gaeddert - 242-2306.
Men's Evening Bible Study meets on Wednesday in the parlor at 7:00. |
Ongoing
Collections
Hope House Needs
When doing your grocery shopping, consider adding a few items to your list and take them to Hope House or bring them to church and place them in the Hope House box.
Pantry Needs: Paper Goods:
toilet paper, diapers, tooth paste, tooth brushes, hand soap, laundry soap.
Beverage Tabs
Collecting the tabs from beverage cans for the Kansas City Ronald McDonald House is an on-going Westminster Mission project. The tabs may be deposited in the wooden Ronald McDonald house in the foyer.
Best Choice Labels
Remember to save your Best Choice labels for the Preschool. The only thing needed is the bar code from the label. They may be turned in to the church office or the container in Susan's office. The Preschool will receive 3 cents for each one. Thanks so much for your support! |
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The Westminster Messenger
April 12th, 2012 - Volume 46 - Number 14 |
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Soule Searching
Thoughts from our Pastor - Rev. Tim Soule
Thank you for help in making the flowered cross look extremely beautiful. The flowers that came from your yards, bushes, and flowerbeds made it a one of a kind tribute to the Lord and added to a grand celebration of the resurrection. Alleluia! Christ is risen! Thanks too for your gifts to One Great Hour of Sharing. We collected over $1,000. Giving to NUMANA so far is almost $300 and there still is time to contribute if you have not yet done so. Bring your gift to the church or drop it off at the Amory Saturday morning. And while you have been supporting these special offerings you continue to be generous with gifts to Hope House. Thanks for all you do to live and share as Christ's disciples.
Here is a very important announcement concerning this summer's worship time. Beginning Memorial Day weekend and running through Labor Day, September 2, worship will begin at 9:00 am in the sanctuary. The session made this decision as one way to try and reduce our high electrical demand charge. We hope that by cooling the sanctuary on Saturday evening we can use only one air conditioning unit and therefore not call for so much power at one time as we do when both units are working to cool the space. Worshipping earlier means we will cool the room when it is not as hot outside. We will be keeping the room a little warmer than we have in the past so come dressed for summer. I do not plan to wear a robe during June, July or August and most likely will be in a short sleeved shirt. We will keep the room around 75 degrees.
Other ways we hope to reduce this number is by not using the sanctuary during VBS. We will keep the rest of the church cool and have a plan to use Roberts Hall for several activities each night. A plan for upgrading the lighting throughout the church is another possibility we are studying. The Finance and Building Committees have been working to address our high Electrical Demand Charge and these are our latest attempts. We appreciate your cooperation in this matter as we want to use every dollar you entrust to the church wisely. Above all we want you to be in worship and at VBS this summer. We will not keep the building so warm you will roast, but neither will you need a sweater to keep warm.
Men, next Friday April 20, and Saturday April 21, we will be having a Men's Retreat at the Williamsburg Wildlife Center. We will gather for supper Friday evening and conclude our activities after supper on Saturday evening. This event is the idea of the Wednesday Evening Men's Bible Study and they want to invite any man who is interested to come and join the fellowship, study and fun. Fishing and target shooting are just two of the activities available at the center. We will see and discuss the movie Courageous. A prayer hike and other reflective opportunities will be offered. Accommodations are very rustic. Tents and small camping trailers can be used. There are no hook-ups. We will share the costs of the food and will cook on camp stoves and a fire. Are you up for a little adventure and a lot of fun? Why not join us for the day. If you have questions call Kenny Nelson (he's the crazy one pushing this idea) or me ( I think it's a great idea)! Participants will need a fishing license if they plan to fish. There will be a cost for using the shoot range.
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MARCH FINANCIAL REPORT
March Receipts $ 23,008.27
March Expenses 26,820.88
Year-to-Date Receipts 83,814.87
Year-to-Date Expenses 79,714.67
General Fund Balance 3/31/12 $ 6,401.52 |
The next Messenger will be published May 10th, 2012. Please have all articles in writing to the church office by 9:00 a.m., Monday, May 7th. |
HOPE HOUSE PANTRY NEEDS
paper goods tooth brushes
toilet paper hand soap
diapers laundry soap
tooth paste |
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 Upcoming WPC Events
Westminster Presbyterian Church Events |
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ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING OFFERING
We made it over $1,000! Our OGHS offering to date totals $1,050.60. This will go a long way to help with Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, the Presbyterian Hunger Program, and the Self-Development of People. The pennies, nickels, dimes and quarters in the our OGHS banks totaled $287.56. Thank you to everyone for your contributions!!! |
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VALUED VOLUNTEERS
Words cannot express my gratitude for all the time Sherril Unruh worked in the church office and all the work she did while I was on vacation. She answered the telephone, took care of the office business, sent information for the bulletin to Linda Tucker, typed the lily insert, and many, many other tasks too numerous to mention during the very busy Easter season. Thank you so much for all you did, Sherril--you are the greatest and we are so lucky to have you to call on when we need help!! Deanna Fox, office secretary
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SUB SANDWICH SALE!
I want to inform you all of the sandwich sale the youth group is doing for a fundraiser. As you know, the mission trip is getting closer, and we have to raise a lot of money. We have several youth going, and we are trying to keep the out of pocket costs to a minimum. So this is our next fundraiser, and we will be making sub sandwiches that we will have ready for you to pick up April 22, or we will also be glad to deliver them to you. You will find an order form at the end of the newsletter giving you all the options and you simply have to fill it out and return it to us, and we will prepare it for you. We greatly appreciate all the help and support you have already given, and without your help, this trip would not be possible. The sandwiches are only 7 dollars, and any extra donation is greatly appreciated. Thank you so much for all you do. God Bless!
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BAKED POTATO LUNCHEON
SUNDAY, MAY 6TH
FUND RAISER for YOUTH MISSION TRIP
Join the fellowship committee in Roberts Hall following worship on May 6th for a baked potato bar luncheon. We'll enjoy baked potatoes with all the toppings, hot dogs for the kids, and dessert. Please sign up this Sunday in the foyer to bring: potato toppings or dessert. The proceeds from the luncheon will go to the youth for their mission trip to New Orleans. |
HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE GRADUATES
Do you have a son, daughter, grandchild or spouse graduating from high school or college this spring or mid-year last December? Then please let Susan Sachse or the church office know! We will be printing a Graduate Bulletin for worship on May 13th. Please submit the graduate's name, relationship to you, date and place of graduation and their future plans. |
Great New Faith Based Movies in Church Library
Jan Brigham has purchased numerous DVD's that are stimulating, entertaining, and appropriate for family viewing. Here a just a few - more will be highlighted in the next Messenger. Please follow the check out and return procedures when borrowing movies from the library so all can enjoy these wonderful thought provoking stories.
Soul Surfer: "Incredible True Story" of Bethany Hamilton, a teen surfer who lost her arm in a shark attack. She courageously overcame all odds to become a champion surfer and Christian teen spokesperson through her sheer determination and unwavering faith. This film features scenes of worship, mission trips, prayer and actions of faith. Rated PG Suitable for children-probably 7 and up-but parents should view first if children are young due to the accident sequence-although not graphic.
Grace Card: A highly emotional story of faith and forgiveness. After police officer Mac McDonald loses his son in an accident, years of bitterness and pain erode his love for his family and leave him angry with God...and everyone else. Everyday we have the opportunity to rebuild relationships and heal wounds by extending and receiving God's grace. Note the "Grace Card" covenant in the movie. Rated PG-13 for Violence and Thematic Elements (pre-teen to adult theme) This film was accomplished by 15,000 volunteer hours from members of CalvaryChurch of the Nazarene, Memphis, the community of Memphis and members of other churches. Watch the special features on making of the film.
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PRESCHOOL BOARD VACANCY
Westminster Cooperative Preschool is an important ministry and outreach of our church. When established in 1983, the by-laws stipulated that it be overseen by a 5-member Board. The Board is made up of one member of the congregation, one Elder from the Session, one member of the Christian Education Committee, one parent from the Monday-Wednesday-Friday class and one parent from the Tuesday-Thursday class. As the end of the school year nears, Wanda Ballinger is finishing her term as the congregation member. We so appreciate her years of service and are so thankful for her faithfulness in serving and her dedication to and caring for the children of Westminster Preschool! The Preschool Board meetings last about an hour, approximately once a month, September - May. If you are interested in serving on the Preschool Board as a representative of the congregation, please contact Susan Sachse, Preschool Director. It is preferable that the congregation Board member not have children enrolled in the Preschool and will be appointed to the position by the Session.
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PRESCHOOL ENROLLMENT
Westminster Preschool has openings in the 4 year old class for the 2012-2013 school year. To enroll, the children should be 4 years old by August 31st. Please contact Susan Sachse, Preschool Director for more information. The class for 3 year olds has full enrollment.
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CHURCH CAMP for 2nd - 12th Graders
Hey kiddos ... don't forget to register for summer church camp at Heartland Presbyterian Center! After registering for camp, submit a copy of your camp confirmation to receive a scholarship for half the camp fee. Confirmations should be received in the church office no later than Monday, April 30th!
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Summer Jobs with Heartland Camp
Heartland is looking for young men and women with a committed faith in Jesus Christ and a desire to work in the outdoors and love campers with the unconditional love of Christ. Why work here? Change lives! Have fun! Get paid! If this sounds like an excellent summer, then you should work at Heartland Center. We want to help young people experience Christ in an environment that fosters personal, loving relationships and memorable learning experiences. Every summer, we host nearly 1,100 kids at camp and in the surrounding community. Over 30 staffers keep things running smoothly--and we need you! We'll compensate you with a weekly salary, food and housing. And of course, an amazing amount of fun. For more information, questions, or to receive an application; please contact the Program Director Michael Megraw by calling 816-891-1078 or email program@heartlandcenter.org or go online for an application.
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FRANKLIN COUNTY CANCER SOCIETY RELAY FOR LIFE
June 1 - 7:00 p.m. - Forest Park
Consider joining the Relay for Life team on June 1st beginning at 7:00 in Forest Park. Teams of people will be camping out at Forest Park and taking turns walking or running around the track. Each team has a representative on the track at all times during the event. Money raised from this event goes to help create a world with less cancer and more birthdays. If you are interested in donating to one of the Westminster Church team members for Relay for Life, go to the web site: www.relay for life franklin county ks and choose Westminster team. Relay for Life Luminary Bags Craig Carlson has luminary bags for sale in honor of loved ones affected by cancer. The bags are $10 each and can be taken by the purchaser and decorated any way they want. All proceeds go to ACS, it also goes to the Westminster Church team to help reach our goal. Call Craig Carlson, team captain, at 418-8772, or sign up on the sheet in the church foyer, if you would like to join our team.
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2012 PER CAPITA APPORTIONMENT
The 2012 per capita apportionment is $33.70 for each active church member. With 219 active members, Westminster's total per capita apportionment is almost $7400. Everyone who can help with their portion ($33.70) assists the church in upholding a big responsibility. Per capita money is used to do the administrative work of the denomination at the Presbytery, Synod, and General Assembly levels. |
SUMMER WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY
Calling women of the church and their friends! If you would be interested in a SUMMER women's Bible study please let Kathy Reynolds, Shirlene Taylor or Susan Sachse know. The 6 week study would be held Tuesday mornings, beginning June 12th. The study being considered is on RUTH: her loss, love and legacy. |
Congratulations, Thank You's & Praise
We want to follow up with our recent events and let you know all about them. |
THANK YOU'S....
Thanks, Sherril!! What fun it was for the children to find a new toy in their Busy Bag recently. Thanks so much to Sherril Unruh who purchased and donated 30 squishy Easter animals which light up when squeezed! The quiet toys are a great addition to the Busy Bags. Thanks, Sherril for your thoughtfulness!
From Louise Harrell:
A big thank you to my church family for all the cards, phone calls, flowers, food and visits. A special thank you to Pastor Tim and Pastor Henry. A big thank you to the WPW and the youth who delivered the fruit and cookies. I'm walking slow. I hope to see all of you in church soon. Blessings.
Mayor's Prayer Breakfast Thank You....
I want to thank all those at Westminster for their help at the Mayor's Prayer Breakfast on March 27th. Special thanks to Pastor Tim and the Men's Chorus. They were a big hit and I heard nothing but praise for the church and the event.
Special thanks to Cherry Coen and her students for catering the meal, Boy Scout Troop 74, and the Westminster Staff who helped to make it a success.
There was a great turnout of church members, also, to make it a full house in Roberts Hall.
Gene Ramsey, Mayor of Ottawa
From Kenny Nelson...
Thank you for the prayers and support the week I was going to truck driving school.
From Barb Nelson...
Thank you for supporting me on my recent resignation from the City and for attending my reception! I am so blessed to belong to this family! You have prayed, cried, and laughed with me throughout the years and I appreciate each and every one of you! Thanks again for your continued prayer and all of your kindness!
Love, Barb
Church Courtyard Is Beautiful!
Thanks to Ed Taylor for trimming all the shrubs in the courtyard, to Jim Pritchard for raking the leaves and mowing the grass in the courtyard and to Connie Gaeddert for taking care of the flower garden and plants in the courtyard. It really looks beautiful this spring. Take a look and admire - the flowering trees are absolutely beautiful!
From Life Care Center for Women...
To the evening Bible Study Ladies...Thank you for donating to us all the diapers, bottles, wipes, towels, storage bags and new little clothes and baby items. These are just the sort of things our clients need. Desire to earn them motivates clients to take educational classes so they can shop in our little Earn While You Learn Store.
We are impressed by the generosity of your little group! Wow!
It means so much to us to know people from all over the community are standing with us in our work here at LifeCare Center. It is our privilege to encourage life in every way as we work with families in our area helping them prepare for parenthood through education and material help. We appreciate your support because without it this ministry would not be possible!
May God bless you for thinking of us. |
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY
to our Westminster family and friends who will be celebrating their birthday during the month of MAY!! |
2 James Hall
3 Norma Albright
4 Jon Wiggins
6 Emma Burnett
7 Joel Nordeen
9 Bailey Warren
10 Abbie Yahl, Logan Hepner
12 Diane Ransom |
13 Martha Yancey
14 Bud Ransom, Dennis Spratt
16 Tina Reynolds
20 Brian Gorton
22 Abigayle Daisy
23 Mike Ferguson
26 Tim Burnett
27 Kennison Daisy |
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Prayers, Concerns and Praise to God
We're using the power of prayer to lift up these individuals
Visitation & Prayers -
If you are sick or scheduled to have surgery, or know of someone in the congregation who is sick or in the hospital, please call or e-mail the church office or Pastor Tim and let us know. If you would like to have your name on the prayer chain, please call Cliff Burke, 242-1164. |
WESTMINSTER IN PRAYER
Sympathy: Abbi and Justin Watts and family in the death of Abbi's father, Bruce Waymire. Shelly, Lee and Brenna Lojka and family in the death of Shelly's grandmother, Mabell Roben. Prayers: Wynona Hayward, Richmond Care Center for rehabilitation for 1-2 weeks, following two falls and a few days at RMH last week; Norma Albright; Kasey and Sara Weishaar, niece & nephew of Bob and Kathy Reynolds, high risk pregnancy; David Farley, ICU, Topeka, Nedra Porter's nephew; John Ruegg, Kathy Reynolds cousin, respiratory illness; Dar Welborn, Gina Dearing's aunt; Dale and Ruth Ahlquist, friends of Hasty's, multiple physical problems; Ruth Haas, Sherry Dunn Eckman's mother; Raymond, Nedra Porter's brother, tests for TB; Melda Cutting, Richmond Care Center, rehabilitation following surgery to repair broken femur; Louise Harrell, recovering at home from a fall which broke her leg in two places; JoEllen Hall, recovering from leg surgery, broken bones, infection; Mary Lou Sheldon, shingles; Herb Langley, Kishawn Ferguson's grandfather, later stages of Alzheimer's; Lee Chambers; Barb Nelson; Jim Hasty; Marci Gentry; Ed Taylor, melanoma on lung, chemo; Those who have lost their jobs; Those who are looking for employment; The Westminster Session. On going prayer concerns: Bob Clark, Edith Hogle's brother-in-law, prostate cancer; Dusty Ballantyne and family, surgery for brain tumor; Asher Leonard, 3 yrs old, Stage 3 cancer, radiation; Kathy Jordan, chemo; Karen Johnson, friend of Sherril Unruh, cancer; Trevor Riley, Ed & Shirlene Taylor's son; Casey Ward, Cyndi Brewer's sister, Multiple Sclerosis and Peripheral Neuropathy; Suzy, Barry, Zachary, and Micah Gaeddert and their families; Lee DeVore, Sherril Unruh's mother; Deatra White, friend of Wendy Dickinson; Sherry Dunn, cancer; Jerrilyn Barker, Jennifer Daisy's sister, brain aneurism; Cheryl Wieneke, pancreatic cancer; Chris & Peggy Bittner, missionaries in New Guinea; Damien Brewer. Those serving in Military service and their families: Daniel, Sherry Dunn's son, Air Force, Iraq; Jerrilyn Barker, Jennifer Daisy's sister, Afghanistan; Brett Davis, son of Margo and Jeff Davis, Special Forces, Afghanistan. |
WESTMINSTER VISITORS
The following people have attended worship at Westminster in the last few weeks:
Guests/Visitors - March/April:
Richard & Janet Gleichman; Jackie & Ryan Hostetler;Jamie Kempfe; Amy, Brad, Raegan & Chaney Finkeldei; Julie & Vienna Vago; Haley Colbern; Joseph Brown; Whitney Coen; Chelsy Coen; Kristen, Kurt, Fischer, Seaton Thompson; Aaron and Kim Miller & family; Andrew Taylor; Brooke & Dylan Vogel; John and Julie Riffel; Robbie and Mahlon Strahm; Jaylee and Jenna Soule; Ray and Marlene Daisy; Brooklyn and Taygan Daisy; JJ Daniels & Cynthia; Katie McMurray Louise Dietz; Melissa Pippin and family; Joe Gleichman; Bill Leib; Mallorie Mendell; Marlin & Julie Porter; Phil Hatfield; Melissa, Scott, Ethan, Nicholas, & Bryce Hatfield; Bill and Susan Callaghan; Joni Scribner, Janie and Michael Johnson.
We may not have gotten the names of all the visitors. We hope you personally welcomed them and let them know we are glad they worshipped with us. When welcoming our visitors, please make sure they write down their name and address on the attendance registration sheet so we have a way to get in touch with them. |
WESTMINSTER CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Saturday, April 14
9:00-5:00 Numana - National Guard Armory
Sunday, April 15
9:15 a.m. Sunday School
10:30 a.m. Worship
Fellowship Committee following worship-DR
5:00 p.m. Sr. High Youth Group
6:00 p.m. Middle School Youth Group
Monday, April 16
7:00 p.m. Sunflower Piecemakers - RH
Tuesday, April 17
Presbytery Meeting - Heritage Presby Church, Olathe
4:00 p.m. Finance meeting - FR
5:00 p.m. Personnel meeting - DR
Wednesday, April 18
7:30 a.m. Men's Breakfast and Bible Study-Keim Bakery
6:00 p.m. Sr. and Mid High Youth Fellowship
6:30 p.m. M-W-F Preschool Family Night - RH
6:30 p.m. Men's Chorus - choir room
7:00 p.m. Men's Bible Study - parlor
7:00 p.m. Handbell Choir practice
Thursday, April 19
2:00 p.m. Endowment Committee- FR
7:00 p.m. Chancel Choir practice
Friday, April 20
8:00 a.m.-Noon Church Office open
Men's Retreat
Saturday, April 21
Men's Retreat
Sunday, April 22
9:15 a.m. Sunday School
10:30 a.m. Worship
Relay for Life Team Meeting - FR
Sub Sandwich Luncheon
5:00 p.m. Sr. High Youth Group
6:00 p.m. Middle School Youth Group
Monday, April 23
7:30 p.m. Fr. Co. Landlords - FR
Tuesday, April 24
9:30 a.m. Preschool Chapel
7:00 p.m. Session
Wednesday, April 25
7:30 a.m. Men's Breakfast and Bible Study-Keim Bakery
9:30 a.m. Preschool Chapel
6:00 p.m. Sr. and Mid High Youth Fellowship
6:30 p.m. Men's Chorus - choir room
7:00 p.m. Men's Bible Study - parlor
7:00 p.m. Handbell Choir practice
Thursday, April 26
7:00 p.m. Chancel Choir practice
Friday, April 27
No school-Church Office closed
Sunday, April 29
9:15 a.m. Sunday School
10:30 a.m. Worship
5:00 p.m. Sr. High Youth Group
6:00 p.m. Middle School Youth Group
Monday, April 30
Camp Scholarship applications due
Tuesday, May 1
7:00 p.m. Worship - parlor
Wednesday, May 2
7:30 a.m. Men's Breakfast and Bible Study-Keim Bakery
12:00 p.m. WPW meeting - RH
6:00 p.m. Sr. and Mid High Youth Fellowship
6:30 p.m. Men's Chorus - choir room
7:00 p.m. Men's Bible Study - parlor
7:00 p.m. Handbell Choir practice
Thursday, May 3
7:00 p.m. Chancel Choir practice
Friday, May 4
8:00 a.m. to Noon Church Office Open
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UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS
Events in Ottawa and the Surrounding Area |
Community in Schools BBQ Fundraiser
Friday, April 27 - 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Communities In Schools of Ottawa is having a BBQ Fundraiser on Friday, April 27 from 11 am to 2 pm in the Ottawa High School Cyclone Room or there will also be a Carside Pick-Up area so you can take your BBQ to go! Tickets are $8 for adults and $4 for kids 10 and under. You can purchase tickets the day of the event or contact Becky Nevergold at 229-8135 for more information. |
ARE YOU UNABLE TO ATTEND CHURCH OR MISSED A SUNDAY?
You can watch the live broadcast each Sunday morning. Go to our church website www.westpresottawa.org and click on Westminster Worship Live-Watch Here and you can watch our service live each Sunday morning at 10:30 and watch services from previous Sundays. |
NEWSLETTER PROBLEMS??
If you open your newsletter and there is only one column to read, go to the very top of the newsletter where it says: "Having trouble viewing this e-mail?" and click on "Click here". That should bring up both columns. If you received this newsletter in the mail and have an e-mail address, please send your e-mail to the church - westpres@sbcglobal.net so we can send your newsletter in a more timely manner. |
Sub Sandwich Sunday
Westminster Presbyterian Church
April 22, 2012
Proceeds benefit Westminster Presbyterian Church Youth Group to help with funds for their mission trip to New Orleans
Cost $7 per sandwich
Order Form due by Sunday April 15
(You may order 1, 2, or all 3 kinds of meat on each)
For each sandwich, circle one or more ingredients:
#1 white turkey lettuce mayo cheese?
wheat ham tomato mustard yes
salami onion ranch no
pickles BBQ
#2 white turkey lettuce mayo cheese?
wheat ham tomato mustard yes
salami onion ranch no
pickles BBQ
#3 white turkey lettuce mayo cheese?
wheat ham tomato mustard yes
salami onion ranch no
pickles BBQ
#4 white turkey lettuce mayo cheese?
wheat ham tomato mustard yes
salami onion ranch no
pickles BBQ
Name:___________________________________________
Address:_________________________________________
Phone:_________________Amt.Paid:__________________
These will be ready after worship on April 22, to "eat in" or take out. We will also deliver within city limits after 12:00noon, if you indicate that on your order. Dessert and drink if "eating in." Make checks to: "Westminster Presbyterian Church Youth." |
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