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Ottawa, KS 66067
785-242-1824
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The Mini Messenger
November 1st, 2012
Volume 46 - Number 37
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A Special Treat is headed our way in worship this Sunday, November 4th. After just a very few weeks of practice, our LOGOS bell choir, under the direction of Dale Fox, is ready to offer their songs of praise. And it gets even better! The Preschool through 6th grade Sunday School students have prepared two songs to share with you as well. We will have our final rehearsals prior to worship...9:15 in the gathering room for all Sunday School Singers and 10:00 in the sanctuary for our bell ringers. We appreciate parent support in getting
your children to these rehearsals on Sunday. It will be a joy for the kids to share their talents in worship and an even greater joy for the congregation to receive their offerings.
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 THANK YOU
Thank you to all who helped make our annual Preschool Pancake Fundraiser a huge success. A special thanks goes to our kitchen crew...Captain Lee Lojka, Brandon Riffel, Brandon Jones, Jason White, Chad Caylor, Wade Hepner and Landon Thompson. Thanks also to those who attended and made donations. If you weren't able to attend the breakfast and would still like to contribute, please place your gifts in the offering plate with an indication that they are to help with our preschool program. With your help we are able to provide the necessary supplies and resources to offer a top-notch program while keeping the cost of preschool affordable to families. THANKS! |
DAYLIGHT SAVINGS
2:00 A.M.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 4TH Fall back - - fall back - fall back
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CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
Sunday, November 4, 2012
There will be a congregational meeting in the sanctuary following worship on Sunday, November 4th to elect 3 elders, 3 deacons, 2 Endowment Committee members and to present the proposed 2013 budget.
Additional nominations can be made; however, all nominees must first be contacted prior to the meeting, be willing to serve and meet the requirements for the nominated position. |
 WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY is starting Tuesday, November 6, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. in the Fireside Room. We will be studying "Ruth: Loss, Love & Legacy." Shirlene Taylor will be the facilitator. Study books are $13.00 and are available in the church office or at the class. |
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6TH
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The Praise Band Concert scheduled for
Sunday, November 11th has been postponed.
A new date will be set in early 2013.
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WESTMINSTER THANKSGIVING DINNER
 SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18TH
Westminster Thanksgiving Dinner will be Sunday, November 18th, following worship. We look forward to sharing Thanksgiving dinner with our church family. Because this meal is catered, we need to have a head count by November 13th. The suggested price for this meal is $11.00 per adult, $5.00 for youth ages 3 to 6 and will be free for children 2 & under. There is a sign up sheet in the foyer or you may call the church office to make your reservation.
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COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING SERVICE
Sunday, November 18th
The Ottawa Ministerial Association will have a Community Thanksgiving Service at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 18th, 2012 at the First Baptist Church. Read the next Messenger for more information.
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WPC BOOK CLUB
Come join the WPC Book Club on November 28, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. in the Fireside Room. We will be discussing "Cutting for Stone" by Abraham Verghese. Facilitator will be Barb Davis.
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HELP VICTIMS OF HURRICANE SANDY
Hurricane Sandy made landfall in New Jersey on Monday. The storm has left a trail of destruction, floods and power outages for millions of people across the northeast United States. The road to recovery is only just beginning. Please be in prayer for all of those effected and all those who are so generously offering assistance to meet the needs of these disasters.
Presbyterian Disaster Assistance - Though the coming days and weeks will be filled with trials and uncertainty, we affirm our faith in God's promise to provide refuge and strength in times of trouble. As the winds and waters subside, we will respond to God's faithfulness by supporting our sisters and brothers as they recover from the devastation caused by this storm.
What You Can Do...
We ask that you stand in the GAP for those who are being affected by this devastating storm:
GIVE. Even after the clouds have lifted, long-term challenges brought by Sandy will be faced by millions; we ask that you prayerfully consider giving online to DR000187. You can give $10. now by texting PDA to 20222.
ACT. Assemble Gift of the Heart kits - clean up buckets, baby kits, hygiene kits, and school kits. Contact the PDA Call Center at (866) 732-6121 for details on how to volunteer your team's skills to efforts on the ground.
PRAY. Please pray for those who have already been impacted by the storm, including those who will face the additional challenges brought by further inclement weather. Pray for affected families and those who will help with emergency relief and recovery efforts. Pray that the hope of Christ will be evident in our response.
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