6/4/17 Announcements

Sunday 6/4/17 - Sunday School Elections

VBS Week (June 5-9) at 7:00 (parents can pick up their children downstairs at 8:25)

• Theme:  Camp Solid Rock - The Lord is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my buckler, and the horn of my salvation, and my high tower. (Psalm 18:2)
• Monday - Called by Jesus - I John 3:1 - Bro. Craig Stickling (Peoria)
• Tuesday - Protected by Jesus - Isaiah 4:31- Bro.Jeremiah Psinas (Morton)
• Wednesday - Saved by Jesus - Romans 10:9 - Bro. Nathan Wiegand (Goodfield)
• Thursday - Forgiven by Jesus - Psalm 86:5 - Bro. Greg Rumbold (Peoria)
• Friday - Living for Jesus - Eph 2:10 - Bro. Erik Givens (Princeville)
• VBS Collection for the Renault Haiti Children’s Program
• Money Collection - will be donated to the Renault Sunday School.  The students downstairs will have a special collection box
• Clothing Collection - boxes will be in the foyers to collect:  infant to adult shoes, clothing, back packs, and bags. No winter clothing please.  The collection in the past has been a huge blessing to the children's program. If you have any questions ask Bro. Rob or Sis. Gina Luginbuhl.

Tuesday 6/6 - Helping Hands from 9:00-12:00 - The next Helping Hands will be in September since the first Tuesday in July is July the 4th, and August is the Annual Conference

Monday 6/12 - Bloodmobile Drive - It is our church's turn to provide the food. If you are interested in donating food, please sign up on the list posted on the Women's bulletin board. For additional information please contact Sis. Denise Knepp.

Sunday 6/18 - Senior Breakfast at the Fellowship Hall at 8:30 - All Bible Class students, converted seniors, parents of seniors, Bible class teachers and their wives are invited to attend.

Sunday 6/25 - Sunday School Picnic at the Roanoke Park Building - Sign-up sheets are posted on bulletin boards in the north hall and baby room for those planning to attend.

Saturday 8/5 - Gateway Woods Annual Auction - Gateway Woods is grateful for the generous and creative items that are donated for the Auction. Please contact Bro. Clark or Sis. Lisa Leman if you have items to donate or if you want to volunteer to work on Auction day.

Annual Church Conference - An email with information regarding overnight accommodations for the upcoming Brotherhood Conference has been sent out.  If you did not receive it, a copy is also posted on the back hall bulletin board.   If you have any questions, please contact Bro. Nate & Sis. Karel Hoffman or Bro. Norm & Sis. Kathy Knapp.

5/28/17 Announcements

Sunday 5/28 - Baptisms Service for Jason and Emma Bradle

Tuesday 5/30 - Young Group Singing at the Home at 7:00

Friday 6/2 - Young Group Get in the Word at Bro John Bradle's at 7:30

VBS Week (June 5-9)

• Sign Up Sheets - for teachers, craft helpers, food, etc. are located in the north hall
• Clothing Collection for Renault Haiti Children’s Program -  boxes will be in the foyers to collect:  infant to adult shoes, clothing, back packs, and bags. No winter clothing please.  The collection in the past has been a huge blessing to the children's program. Thank you in advance. May God richly bless your generosity. If you have any questions ask Bro. Rob or Sis. Gina Luginbuhl.

Looking Ahead

Sunday 7/23 - Fill the Church with Singing at Morton at 6:30 - The Morton congregation has  invited us for a Sunday evening hour of praising our God and Saviour in song.  The program format will be to sing for an hour starting at 6:30 with a snack, fellowship and open church for self-guided tours to follow.  Roanoke, Goodfield, Peoria and Gridley have been invited and many plan to attend so plan to arrive at least ten minutes early in order that everyone can be seated by 6:30.  If you plan to go, contact  Bro. Jonathan or Sis. Megan Hodel.

5/21/17 Announcements

Sunday 5/21

• HarvestCall Collection
• Family Hymn Sing at the Home at 1:30

Wednesday 5/24 - Topical Bible Study - “Spiritual Lessons from the Mountain” - Bro. Ed Sauder

Friday 5/26 - Young Group Bible Study at 7:30 - still needs a host if anyone is willing.

Saturday 5/27 - Testimonies for Jason and Emma Bradle at 7:00

VBS Week (June 5-9)

• Sign Up Sheets - for teachers, craft helpers, food, etc. are located in the north hall
• Clothing Collection for Renault Haiti Children’s Program -  boxes will be in the foyers to collect:  infant to adult shoes, clothing, back packs, and bags. No winter clothing please.  The collection in the past has been a huge blessing to the children's program. Thank you in advance. May God richly bless your generosity. If you have any questions ask Bro. Rob or Sis. Gina Luginbuhl.

The Nursing Home Summer Volunteer Program - this is for students coming out of 6th grade and up through high school.  This is a great learning experience for our youth to give a little of their time to someone who cannot give back.  The residents enjoy seeing the youth come in to assist with various jobs and activities.  If you have a student that is interested in volunteering, please contact Sis. Patsy Kaeb at the Nursing Home for more information.

Silver Lining - The Silver Lining has been featuring special topical sections with submissions from our readers. The next topic is: What advice would you give to today’s young parents? Please send your contributions (length: no more than 600 words) answering that question to: editor@acsilverlining.org by June 20, 2017. For questions or assistance, contact Sis. Katy Frantz at katyzeller1104@gmail.com

Looking Ahead

Sunday 7/23 - Fill the Church with Singing at Morton at 6:30 - The Morton congregation has  invited us for a Sunday evening hour of praising our God and Saviour in song.  The program format will be to sing for an hour starting at 6:30 with a snack, fellowship and open church for self-guided tours to follow.  Roanoke, Goodfield, Peoria and Gridley have been invited and many plan to attend so plan to arrive at least ten minutes early in order that everyone can be seated by 6:30.  If you plan to go, contact  Bro. Jonathan or Sis. Megan Hodel.

5/14/17 Announcements

Wednesday 5/17 - Informational Meeting for the 2018 Bible Class Mission Trip - This is for both parents and students and will be immediately after church in the dining room.  WOW which was originally scheduled for May 17th has been moved to the following week May 24th at Bro. Chad & Sis. Brenda Martin’s home @ 7:00 PM.

Friday 5/19 - Young Group Bible Study at 7:30 - We still need a host, if anyone is willing.

Saturday 5/20 - Redeeming the Time Potluck in the Home’s Multi-Purpose Room at 5:00 - All who participate in the "Redeeming the Time" ministry are invited to the annual potluck.  For those who have adopted, please share this date with your adoptee so they know to save the date!  Sandwiches, chips, and drinks will be provided, and those who are able should bring a dessert or a salad.  We look forward to a blessed time together and any questions can be directed to Sis. Tina Leman.

Sunday 5/21

• HarvestCall Collection
• Family Hymn Sing at the Home at 1:30

Wednesday 5/24 - Topical Bible Study - “Spiritual Lessons from the Mountain” - Bro. Ed Sauder

Saturday 5/27 - Testimonies for Jason and Emma Bradle at 7:00

VBS Week (June 5-9) - There is a sign up sheet on the North Hall for food as well as other opportunities to help. If you have any questions please contact Bro. Jon or Sis. Jill Fehr.

Sunday 7/23 - Fill the Church with Singing at Morton at 6:30 - The Morton congregation was blessed to have hosted four Legacy Singings to celebrate their final year in the Jefferson Street church last year. The singings were very well attended and they now would like to continue the singings in the new church in some way. The plan is to have one large singing once a year until all of the same churches have been invited to the new church. They have invited us for a Sunday evening hour of praising our God and Saviour in song.  The program format will be to sing for an hour starting at 6:30 with a snack, fellowship and open church for self-guided tours to follow.  Roanoke, Goodfield, Peoria and Gridley have been invited and many plan to attend so plan to arrive at least ten minutes early in order that everyone can be seated by 6:30.  If you plan to go, contact  Bro. Jonathan or Sis. Megan Hodel.

The Nursing Home Summer Volunteer Program - this is for students coming out of 6th grade and up through high school.  This is a great learning experience for our youth to give a little of their time to someone who cannot give back.  The residents enjoy seeing the youth come in to assist with various jobs and activities.  If you have a student that is interested in volunteering, please contact Sis. Patsy Kaeb at the Nursing Home for more information.

5/7/17 Announcements

Sunday 5/7

• Last Day to Sign Up for Jobs as the August Conference -   This would include set up and tear down, ushers, transcription, proof reading, parking, office help, first aid, drivers, luggage handling, restrooms oversight, etc.  If you have been previously approached about helping in a certain area, you still need to sign up for the time slots you will be available to assist.  Also, please encourage your Bible Class age children to sign up.  Tables are set up in the north hall and committee members will be available to answer any questions you may have. Thank you for your support as we host the conference this year.
• Last Day to Sign Up for Vacation Bible School  - ­VBS will be held June 5-9. The following signup sheets have been posted on the bulletin board in the north hall:  

• New Students: Please list names for incoming 3 year olds as well as children who are not on the Sunday School roster that plan to come to VBS.
• Teachers and helpers for all Grade Levels:You only need to teach for a single night (more if you would like) and you can sign up by yourself, with another brother, or as a husband/wife team.

If you have any questions regarding the sign-ups or VBS, please contact Sis. Marjorie Bertschi or Sis. Jamie Hodel.

• Bro. Kendall and Sis. Carla Knapp’s Last Sunday in Roanoke - They will be moving to Wisconsin for work and will be making Belvidere their church.
• Sunday School Elections - we are still interviewing for SS ballot and due to conflicting events the next few Sundays we will ballot on June 4th.

Tuesday 5/9 - Young Group Singing at the Roanoke Home at 7:00

Wednesday 5/10 - Topical Bible Study -  “Conversion - A Parent’s Role in the Lord’s Work” - Bro. Frank Sauder

Wednesday 5/24 - Topical Bible Study - “Spiritual Lessons from the Mountain” - Bro. Ed Sauder

The Nursing Home Summer Volunteer Program - this is for students coming out of 6th grade and up through high school.  This is a great learning experience for our youth to give a little of their time to someone who cannot give back.  The residents enjoy seeing the youth come in to assist with various jobs and activities.  If you have a student that is interested in volunteering, please contact Sis. Patsy Kaeb at the Nursing Home for more information.

Looking Ahead

Saturday 5/20 - Redeeming the Time Potluck in the Home’s Multi-Purpose Room at 5:00 - All who participate in the "Redeeming the Time" ministry are invited to the annual potluck.  For those who have adopted, please share this date with your adoptee so they know to save the date!  Sandwiches, chips, and drinks will be provided, and those who are able should bring a dessert or a salad.  We look forward to a blessed time together and any questions can be directed to Sis. Tina Leman.