- The title of next Sunday's lesson is Settle Down. The background passage for Sunday is Jeremiah 26:1-29:32. The lesson passages for Sunday are Jeremiah 29:1, 4-14. Before Sunday, please take a moment to prayerfully read through the passages to prepare for the lesson.
- Happy Anniversary to Matt & Melissa this Saturday, July 23rd!
- Welcome to our guests, David and Ashley Reich! We enjoyed having you with us this morning.
- Men's Bible Study: Will meet this Thursday, July 21st, 6:30 am, at the Chick-fil-A in the Brassfield Shopping Center.
- Upcoming Dates:
- August: Small Group Socials! If you would like to participate in one of our Small Group Socials for the month of August, and did not have a chance to sign up in class, please e-mail Misty or Laura P so they can add you to a group! Please also let them know if you would be willing to be a group leader (all you will have to do is come up with a place/time for your group to meet).
- September: Cookout at the Gardner's! More details to come.
- October: Costume Party! More details to come.
Lawndale's Website
Church-Wide Picnic: Our annual picnic at Bur-Mil Park will be Sunday, July 17th at Shelters #3 & 4. Activities will begin at 4:00pm, and dinner will begin at 6:00pm. The church will provide meat, bread, chips and condiments. You are asked to bring side dishes such as baked beans, cole slaw, potato salad, and desserts. You will also need to bring drinks, cups and ice for your family.
Children's Ministry
The Big Apple Adventure will continue during the summer for children of parents who are attending Wednesday night activities. These classes will take place from 6:15-7:15pm, beginning June 29.
Student Ministry
Scholarships Needed: We are in need of scholarships to assist our students in attending various ministry events. If you can help financially, please designate funds as "Youth Scholarship" on your check and place it in the offering plate or bring it to the church office. Thank you for supporting our students!
Activities Ministry
Virginia Creeper Trail & Campground - Damascus, VA: An easy "downhill" bike ride through some of the prettiest scenery on the east coast. We will camp Friday and Saturday night and bike on Saturday morning. We will also enjoy great Bible study and fellowship, led by Rodney Navey. Bike rental, two nights camping and five meals are included in the cost. Register online or in the church office.
Fall Co-Ed Softball Team: Anyone interested should contact Jimmy before Sunday, July 31st.
Fabulous Fall 5K and Fun Run: Our first annual Fabulous Fall 5K and Fun Run will take place on Saturday, September 24th at Bur-Mil Park. The proceeds from the run will go to support the Greensboro Pregnancy Care Center (GPCC). Registration brochures and online registration are now available. We hope you will come out and support the GPCC and have a great time of fellowship!
Married Adult Ministry
Weekend to Remember: Mark your calendar for the next "Weekend to Remember" in Greensboro, October 28-30. More details can be found at http://www.familylife.com/
Hosts Needed: We are looking for couples who may be willing to host a Bible study in their home for the fall. Training will be provided. The study will be DVD driven to lessen preparation time. If you are interested, please e-mail Rodney at rnavey@lawndalebaptist.org.
Additional Announcements
Operation Christmas Child- Year Round: July recommended items: End of season items for all ages, boys and girls. Suggestions: Flip-flops, tank tops, shorts, t-shirts, underwear, sunglasses, visors/caps, small water toys that will fit in a shoebox.
LifePlus Classes: Begin September 18. Facilitator registration forms will be in the LJG folders beginning June 5. Please return by July 10. Your syllabus will be due on August 7th.
Boone Mission Trip: A mission trip is planned to Boone, NC on Monday, August 1 through Friday, August 5. The cost will be $135 per person. This includes transportation, room and board. This needs to be paid to the church office with a notation, "Boone Mission Trip", by Sunday, July 17. We will be doing various projects, such as painting, yard work, home repairs, and preparing & serving a meal for the homeless. There will be work for every skill level so anyone who is interested can participate. For more information, call Bill Bailey at 282-3270.
Honor or Remember a Public Servant on Patriot Day, September 11th: You can give a special mum plant to honor or remember a public servant- doctor, nurse, firefighter, police officer or EMT for September 11th. These will be used in the Patriot Day service. You are welcome to take them home after the service. Cost is $14. Use one of the special Seasonal Flower Envelopes available at the welcome desk. Deadline is September 1st.
Important Quarterly Business Meeting: Sunday, July 24th, immediately following the evening worship service.
