Sunday, October 19, 2008

Announcements: October 19, 2008

Class News
  • Thanks David, for a great lesson this morning! The title of next week's lesson is: Conform to God's Agenda. The background passage for next week is 1 Samuel 24:1-31:13 (1 Chronicles 10:1-12). The lesson passages for next week are 1 Samuel 24:1-7a, 11-12, 16-22.
  • Congratulations to Jason & Ashley Powles and Joy Tripp on your Baptism today!
  • Congratulations to Jeff & Kathy Scott for becoming members of Lawndale today!
  • Many of you have seen David McManus' prayer request about an upcoming mission trip to the Philippines. If you would like to learn more information about his trip and how you can support him prayerfully and financially, click here.
  • Whether you were able to attend our October social or not, the pictures are definitely worth checking out! Click here to see the costumes.
  • Ladies Bible Study: We will begin our Ladies Bible Study on Monday, October 27th at Ashlee Wallace's house. Donna Navey will be leading us through a 4 week Communication Study. Donna already has all of the materials necessary for the study! I will add another post this week with all of the final details (address, directions, time, etc!)
  • If you would be willing to bring breakfast on one of the available dates in November, please e-mail Melissa!

Promoter/Church News

Preschool/Children
Operation Christmas Child: October kicks off our annual collection of gift-filled shoe boxes for poor, sick & suffering children all around the world. Pick up an information brochure from the central lobby. We are offering a limited number of Samaritan's Purse shoeboxes. You may also use your own shoeboxes. Deadline for collection is Sunday, November 16. 
Samaritan's Purse Mission Trip to Boone: December 28-30. We will travel to Boone to process shoe boxes for Operation Christmas Child. Cost will be $95.99 per night per room (up to 4 per room) plus meals. Lunch Monday and Tuesday will be provided. A $25 deposit is due November 28th.

Married Adults
Parenting 101 (The Journey with a Preschooler, Ages Birth - 4):October 25 from 9-Noon. Learn foundational issues in parenting that will set the tone for the rest of your child's life.
Operation Outreach: Sunday, November 2 at 4pm. Meet in room 216.
Marriage 401 "Perseverance for the Journey": November 8 from 9 - Noon. Come discuss keeping your marriage healthy over the long haul. 

Activities
Fall Spectacular: Friday, October 31 is our annual Fall Spectacular! We need lots of volunteers to help with games, concessions, and the registration area. This is a great evangelism opportunity! Let Jimmy know if you are interested in helping. Collection boxes for candy donations are located in the elevator lobbies on the first and second floors. Candy, gum, etc. should be individually wrapped. 
Upward Basketball/Cheerleading: Registration forms for Upward Basketball and Cheerleading have been mailed to K-6th grade children. Additional forms are available at the receptionist desk or outside Jimmy's office. Registration fee is $65 which covers the cost of uniforms. Evaluations begin Monday, November 10th with practices starting December 8th. Registration fee increases to $75 after November 13th.

Music
"The Heartbeat of Christmas": It's not too late to be involved in this year's Christmas production. Areas include set construction, drama, make-up, stage hands, orchestra and even choir personnel. Let Stacy or Mark know if you're interested 288-3824.

Women's Ministry
The Candlelight Coffee: Friday, November 14th from 7-9 pm in the CLC. Tickets are on sale on Sundays in the Worship Center Lobby.
The Women of Faith Conference: October 31-November 1 at the Greensboro Coliseum. If you would like to attend, Pleasant Garden Baptist has purchased a block of tickets, and has some extras; or you may purchase tickets online at www.womenoffaith.org.

Missions
You are invited to come hear Megan Bowles (daughter of Tim & Debbie) speak on Saturday, October 25th at 10:00 am in the Fellowship Hall. Megan will be leaving for Central Asia in January. You will not want to miss this opportunity to hear Megan share past experiences and her vision and hope for the future. 

  • Pastor Appreciation Night: Sunday, October 26 at 6:15 pm. There will be a special program in the CLC with surprise entertainment. Refreshments will be served.
  • State Fair Train Tickets: A few Amtrak tickets are available for Saturday, October 25 to take the train from Greensboro to the State Fair in Raleigh. Train tickets are $17 roundtrip and fair admission is $7. Train departs at 9:30 am and stops right at the fairgrounds. Arrival back to Greensboro is at 6 pm. Train money is due at sign up with Arvil Pennington.