Announcements: June 14, 2009

Class News

• Thanks David for another great lesson! The title of next week's lesson is Living By the Gospel. The background passage for next week is Galatians 3:26-4:31. The lesson passages for next week are Galatians 3:26-29; 4:8-20.
• Happy Belated Anniversary to Lauren & Marc Holbrook and Justin & Monica Sigmon this past Sunday, June 14th!
• Happy Anniversary to Billy and Suzanne Williamson on Friday, June 19th!
• Happy Birthday to Mark Wilson on Friday, June 19th!
• Men's Bible Study: Will meet this Friday, June 19th at 6:30am at the Chick-fil-A on Guilford College Road. All men are welcome!
• Women's Bible Study: Will meet Thursday, June 18th at 6:45 at Ashlee Wallace's house. Click here for directions. Please disregard the dates and times as they are from a previous study. We will continue our study in the book, The Frazzled Female, by Cindi Wood. All women are welcome!
• If you would like to sign up to bring breakfast for any of the available dates, please e-mail Melissa!
• Upcoming Dates:

1. June 27: Class Social at Marc & Lauren Holbrook's house. More information to come!
2. July 5: Lawndale will have only one worship service on Sunday, July 5th, at 10:30. Please be prepared for our LJG lesson to start at 9:15. Breakfast and social time needs to be completed before then. We will have to leave our LJG room at 10:15. 
3. July 11: Going Away Social for David & Kim McManus. More information to come!

Church/Promoter News

Children

VBS 2009: This year's theme is LifeWay's "Boomerang Express: It All Comes Back to Jesus" (1 John 4:9).

• 4 year olds through completed 5th graders will meet Monday-Friday, June 22nd-26th from 9:00am-12:00pm.
• Completed 6th-8th graders will meet Monday-Wednesday, June 22nd-24th from 9:00am-12:00pm.

Married Adults

Marriage & Parenting Seminars: Please register with Jennifer Wilson at 288-3824 at least a week before the event. If childcare is needed, please indicate the child's name and age. 

• Marriage 301- Partnership for the Journey: July 18th from 9:00am-12:00pm in Room 263.

Activities

Family Tubing: August 1st on the New River in Jefferson, NC. Cost is $15/adults; $10/children. Bring $15 per person for dinner. Payment is due Sunday, July 12th.

Music

Patriotic Celebration: Sunday, July 5th at 10:30am. This celebration will be a great day as we honor our Christian heritage as Americans. Join us as we pay tribute to representatives from all branches of the military. 

Additional Announcements

Seasonal Flowers: We would like to present the opportunity for our church body to honor or remember those who have served or are currently serving in our U.S. Armed Forces by giving a white mum plant at a cost of $13.50. You may take your plant home after the Patriotic Celebration. Special envelopes are available at the Welcome Desks and in the church office to note your personal information. Orders must be placed by Sunday, June 21st. 

VBS in Nicaragua: Kim Thomas, one of our 3rd grade LJG directors, will be teaching VBS in Nicaragua in July. During June, she is collecting new t-shirts, please bring them to the Collection Center on the first floor, next to the snack machines. 

Announcements: May 31, 2009

Class News

• Thanks David, for a great lesson on Sunday!
• Congratulations to Mike and April Rast for becoming members of Lawndale on Sunday!
• Happy Belated Anniversary to Jeff & Kathy Scott and Brandon & April Dixon on Monday, June 1st!
• Happy Anniversary to Jason & Ashley Powles on Saturday, June 7th!
• Men's Bible Study: Will meet this Friday, June 5th at 6:30 at the Chick-fil-A on Guilford College Road. All men are welcome!
• Women's Bible Study: Will meet Thursday, June 11th at 6:45 at Ashlee Wallace's House (for any new-comers, here are the directions... disregard the dates and times as they are from a previous study). We will start the book, The Frazzled Female, by Cindi Wood. All women are welcome!

Church/Promoter News

Children

VBS 2009: This year's theme is LifeWay's "Boomerang Express: It All Comes Back to Jesus" (1 John 4:9).

• 4 year olds through completed 5th graders will meet Monday-Friday, June 22nd-26th from 9:00am-12:00pm.
• Completed 6th through 8th graders will meet Monday-Wednesday, June 22nd-24th from 9:00am-12:00pm.
• Registration is now open and will close on Sunday, June 14th. Complete a Registration card or register online at http://www.lawndalebaptist.org/. VBS assistants are needed! If you're interested in serving, please sign-up at the VBS depot in the main lobby.
• The Summer Study Guides for our LJG are here. If you were not able to pick up a copy this past week, we have extras in our classroom.

Married Adults

ETB Teacher Training: Wednesday, June 3rd at 7:00pm in Room 217. Background issues for the next unit of Galatians will be discussed.

Activities

Summer Basketball League: Sign-up sheets are in the LJG folders for classes who want to sponsor a team in this summer's basketball league. The deadline for team entries is June 14th. Games will be played on Monday evenings beginning June 22nd through July 27th. A tournament will be held the first week of August.

Ohio Amish Country Tour: The registration deadline is July 26th with a $50 non-refundable deposit due at that time. Details of this three night trip, hotel accommodations, and itinerary can be picked up outside Jimmy Jackson's office or by calling the church office to speak with Jimmy.

Women's Ministry

Weekly Word for Women: A new study will begin on Wednesday, June 3 from 9:00-10:00; THE LIFE AND LETTERS OF PAUL. We invite all ladies who can join us to meet in the Chapel every Wednesday.

Additional Announcements

Operation Outreach: Meet in Room 216 on Sunday, June 7th at 4:00pm.

Wednesday Supper Reservations: We encourage all of our members who eat Wednesday Night Supper to make a reservation by Noon on Tuesday. If you are on the permanent list, please call the church office or fill out the form or the Sunday bulletin on the weeks that you will NOT be attending. We encourage families whose schedules are less predictable, due to work or other activities, to make a weekly reservation rather than staying on the permanent list. If you are on the permanent list and haven't been attending regularly, please consider calling in each week instead. This will help LBC to remain a good steward of our resources by preparing the proper amount of food without having an excess or shortage. Please inform the church office of your decision by calling 288-3824. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Family Mission Trip: The Baptist State Convention of NC is planning a Family Mission Week at Fort Caswell August 10th-14th. Families will worship and serve together. Area projects include light construction, Bible clubs, food and clothing closets, etc. For more information go to http://www.baptistsonmission.org/ (click on Projects, then Family Foundations) or call 1-800-395-5102 ext. 5626.

Announcements: May 24, 2009

Class News

• Happy Anniversary to Scott and Julia Toth this Tuesday, May 26th!
• Happy Birthday to Justin Sigmon this Wednesday, May 27th!
• Men's Bible Study: Will meet this Friday, May 29th at 6:30am at the Chick-fil-A on Guilford College Road. All men are welcome!
• May 30: Class Social! Click here for more details.

Church/Promoter News

In observance of Memorial Day weekend, there is no evening service tonight and the church office will be closed tomorrow, May 25th. 

If you will be attending the reception for Dr. Joe and PJ on Sunday evening, June 7th, please remember to call the church office ASAP. 288-3824. 

Children

VBS 2009: This year's theme is LifeWay's "Boomerang Express: It All Comes Back to Jesus" (1 John 4:9).

• 4 year olds through completed 5th graders will meet Monday-Friday, June 22nd-26th from 9:00am-12:00pm.
• Completed 6th through 8th graders will meet Monday-Wednesday, June 22nd-24th from 9:00am-12:00pm.
• Registration is now open and will close on Sunday, June 14th. Complete a registration card or register online at www.lawndalebaptist.org. VBS assistants are needed! If you're interested in serving, please sign-up at the VBS depot in the main lobby.

Paid Childcare: We occasionally use paid, screened people for various events requiring provision for preschoolers and elementary children. Additional persons are needed in our pool of workers. Applications can be picked up from Carol McKinney in the church office at 288-3824. 

Married Adults

Marriage & Parenting Seminars: Please register with Jennifer Wilson at 288-3824 at least a week before the event. If childcare is needed, please indicate the child's name and age. 

• Parenting 301- The Journey With an Adolescent: June 20th from 9:00am-12:00pm.

ETB Teacher Training: Wednesday, June 3rd at 7:00pm in Room 217. Background issues for the next unit of Galatians will be discussed. 

Activities

Captain's Choice Golf Tournament: Saturday, June 6th at 9:00am at Crooked Tree Golf Course. The cost is $35. Anyone interested should register today with your $35 fee. Contact Jimmy for details.

Summer Basketball League: Sign-up sheets are in the LJG folders for classes who want to sponsor a team in this summer's basketball league. the deadline for team entries is June 14th. games will be played on Monday evenings beginning June 22nd through July 27th. A tournament will be held the first week of August.

Ohio Amish Country Tour: The registration deadline is July 26th with a $50 non-refundable deposit due at that time. Details of this three night trip, hotel accommodations, and itinerary can be picked up outside Jimmy Jackson's office or by calling the church office to speak with Jimmy.

Additional Announcements

LifePlus Course Submissions: The fall semester begins on Sunday, September 13th. If you are interested in leading a class, please fill out the pink card in your LJG folder, see Curt Dean, or come by the church office to pick up a form to submit your topic for consideration. All course submission forms are due no later than July 12th.

Children's Learning Center: The Children's Learning Center still has a few openings for the 2009-2010 school year. If you are interested in enrolling your child, please contact Ann Johnson at 282-4177 for more information.

Share the Change: Greensboro Pregnancy Care Center offers compassionate care to women and men affected by pregnancy, including the concern of current pregnancy or the grief of a previous abortion. We have empty baby bottles around various entrances in the church lobby. Please pick up a bottle and fill it with our spare change to help support this ministry. You may give coins, cash or checks (made out to GPCC). Please return your filled bottles to the church on Father's Day, June 21st. 

Operation Outreach: Meet in Room 216 on Sunday, June 7th at 4:00pm.

Adopt-A-Banquet: Emily Franco has joined the LBC support staff as our new Special Events Food Service Coordinator. We are looking to recruit new volunteers to help with this ministry. A sign-up sheet is in your LJG folder again today. As a class, please be sure to choose at least 3 events and 1 will be selected for your group to support. Typical duties would involve: setting the tables with appropriate decorations and utensils, serving food, and some food prep (ex: slicing desserts, etc.). This usually involves 2-3 hours of your time. Several events have already been "adopted." Thanks to everyone for helping in this ministry!

Wednesday Supper Reservations: We encourage all of our members who eat Wednesday Night Supper to make a reservation by Noon on Tuesday. If you are on the permanent list please call the church office or fill out the form on the Sunday bulletin on the weeks that you will NOT be attending. We encourage families whose schedules are less predictable, due to work or other activities, to make a weekly reservation rather than staying on the permanent list. If you are on the permanent list and haven't been attending regularly, please consider calling in each week instead. This will help LBC to remain a good steward of our resources by preparing the proper amount of food without having excess or shortage. Please inform the church office of your decision by calling 288-3824. Thank you for your attention to this matter. 

Announcements: May 17, 2009

Class News

Men's Bible Study: Will meet this Friday, May 22nd at 6:30am at the Chick-fil-A on Guilford College Road. All men are welcome!
May 30: Class Social!! Click here for more details.

Church/Promoter News

Children

VBS 2009: This year's theme is LifeWay's "Boomerang Express: It All Comes Back to Jesus" (1 John 4:9).

• 4 year olds through completed 5th graders will meet Monday-Friday, June 22nd-26th from 9:00am-12:00pm.
• Completed 6th graders through 8th graders will meet Monday-Wednesday, June 22nd-24th from 9:00am-12:00pm.
• Registration is now open an will clost on Sunday, June 14th. Complete a registration card or register online at www.lawndalebaptist.org. VBS assistants are needed! If you're interested in serving, please sign-up at the VBS depot in the main lobby.

Paid Childcare: We occasionally use paid, screened people for various events requiring provision for preschoolers and elementary children. Additional persons are needed in our pool of workers. Applications can be picked up from Carol McKinney in the church office at 288-3824.

Married Adults

Marriage & Parenting Seminars: Please register with Jennifer Wilson at 288-3824 at least a week before the event. If childcare is needed, please indicate the child's name and age.

• Marriage 201- Purpose for the Journey: May 23rd from 9:00am-12:00pm.
• Parenting 301- The Journey with an Adolescent: June 20th from 9:00am-12:00pm.

ETB Teacher Training: Wednesday, June 3rd at 7:00pm in Room 217. Background issues for the next unit of Galatians will be discussed.

Activities

Captain's Choice Golf Tournament: Saturday, June 6th at 9:00am at Crooked Tree Golf Course. The cost is $35. Anyone interested should register no later than May 24th with your $35 fee. Contact Jimmy for details.

Summer Basketball League: Sign up sheets are in the LJG folders for classes who want to sponsor a team in this summer's basketball league. The deadline for team entries is June 14th. Games will be played on Monday evenings beginning June 22nd through July 27th. A tournament will be held the first week of August.

Ohio Amish Country Tour: The registration deadline is July 26th with a $50 non-refundable deposit due at that time. Details of this three night trip, hotel accommodations, and itinerary can be picked up outside Jimmy Jackson's office or by calling the church office to speak with Jimmy.

Additional Announcements

• Share the Change: Greensboro Pregnancy Care Center offers compassionate care to women and men affected by pregnancy, including the concern of current pregnancy or the grief of a previous abortion. We have empty baby bottles around various entrances in the church lobby. Please pick up a bottle and fill it with your spare change to help support this ministry. You may give coins, cash or checks (made out to GPCC). Please return your filled bottle to the church on Father's Day, June 21st.
• A 10th Anniversary Celebration for Dr. Joe and PJ Giaritelli will be held on Sunday, June 7th at 6:00pm in the Worship Center and a reception will follow in the CLC.
• Operation Outreach: Meet in Room 216 on Sunday, June 7th at 4:00pm.

Summer Cook Out Social

Summer Cook Out Social!

When: Saturday, May 30th at 5:30pm

Where: Jeremy & Misty's House

(6407 Woodmont Road, Jamestown)

Come join us for fun, food, fellowship and games! The Hoods will provide hamburgers and hot dogs. Please sign up for the following: Hot Dog/Hamburger Buns, Drinks, Chips, Paper Plates/Cups, Sides, Desserts.

Gardner: Corn on the Cob

McManus: TBA

Breed: Drinks

Williamson: TBA

Martin: Pasta Salad

Rast: Chips & Dessert

Announcements: May 10, 2009

Happy Mother's Day!

Class News

• Thanks David for a great lesson!
• Happy Belated Anniversary to Larry & Joy Tripp on Sunday, May 10th!
• Happy Belated Birthday to Ashley Powles on Monday, May 11th!
• LJG Basketball: We are currently in the process of finding out more details, but if you are interested on playing for our LJG team, please e-mail Matt and let him know!
• Men's Bible Study: Will meet this Friday, May 15th at 6:30am at the Chick-fil-A on Guilford College Road. All men are welcome!
• Girl's Weekend: THIS WEEKEND! If you plan to come to Boone with us and you have not received the details via e-mail, please let Melissa know.
• May 30: Class Social! Click here for more details!

Church/Promoter News

Children

VBS 2009: This year's theme is LifeWay's "Boomerang Express: It All Comes Back to Jesus" (1 John 4:9).

• 4 year olds through completed 5th graders will meet Monday-Friday, June 22nd-26th from 9:00am-12:00pm.
• Completed 6th through 8th graders will meet Monday-Wednesday, June 22nd-24th from 9:00am-12:00pm.

Registration is now open and will close on Sunday, June 14th. Complete a Registration Card or register online at www.lawndalebaptist.org. VBS assistants are needed! If you're interested in serving, please sign up at the VBS depot in the main lobby.

The Magic of David Garrard: "A Great Magic Show for Children of All Ages!" Saturday, May 16th at 10:30am in the CLC. Cost is $1 per person, child or adult (no cost for children 3 and under). David has performed on cruise ships and at churches for years. His show is endorsed by master magician, Lance Burton! David has also served as a Children's Pastor at St. Matthews Baptist Church in Louisville, KY for over 25 years.

Paid Childcare: We occasionally use paid, screened people for various events requiring provision for preschoolers and elementary children. Additional persons are needed in our pool of workers. Applications can be picked up from Carol McKinney in the church office at 288-3824.

Married Adults

Marriage & Parenting Seminars: Please register with Jennifer Wilson at 288-3824 at least a week before the event. If childcare is needed, please indicate the child's name and age.

• Marriage 201- Purpose for the Journey: May 23rd from 9:00am-12:00pm.
• Parenting 301- The Journey with an Adolescent: June 20th from 9:00am-12:00pm.

Prayer Request: As we look toward September and the beginning of a new church year, our goal is to start 5 new Life Journey Groups!

Activities

Golf Tournament: Saturday, June 6th at 9:00am. The cost is $35. Anyone interested should register no later than May 24th with your $35 fee. Contact Jimmy for more details.

Share the Change

The Greensboro Pregnancy Care Center offers compassionate care to women and men affected by pregnancy, including the concern of current pregnancy or the grief of a previous abortion. We have empty baby bottles around various entrances in the church lobby. Please pick up a bottle and fill it with your spare change to help support this ministry. You may give coins, cash or checks (made out to GPCC). Please return your filled bottle to the church on Father's Day, June 21st.

Announcements: May 3, 2009

Class News

• Thanks Jeremy for another great lesson!
• Happy Belated Birthday to Marc Holbrook and Kim McManus on May 3rd!
• Happy Birthday to April Dixon and Jeff Scott this Tuesday, May 5th!
• If anyone would like to provide breakfast on Sunday, May 17th please e-mail Melissa and let her know.
• Men's Bible Study: Will meet this Friday, May 8th at 6:30 am at the Chick-fil-A on Guilford College Road. All men are welcome!
• Girl's Weekend: May 15-17th! All of the details are being hammered out right now. I will hopefully have an e-mail to you ladies soon with all of the information. Currently, the following people have signed up to come: Priscilla, Kim, Misty, April D., Lauren, Laura, Suzanne, Ashley B., April R., Ashlee W, & Kathy. If I somehow missed your name, or if you would like to come and have not had the chance to sign up, please e-mail me (Melissa) ASAP!

Church/Promoter News

Children

VBS 2009: This year's theme is LifeWay's "Boomerang Express: It All Comes Back to Jesus" (1 John 4:9).

• 4 year olds through completed 5th graders will meet Monday-Friday, June 22nd-26th from 9:00am-12:00pm.
• Completed 6th graders through 8th graders will meet Monday-Wednesday, June 22nd-24th from 9:00am-12:00pm.

Registration is now open and will close on Sunday, June 14th. Complete a Registration card or register online at http://www.lawndalebaptist.org/. VBS assistants are needed! If you're interested in serving, please sign up at the VBS depot in the main lobby.

The Magic of David Garrard: "A Great Magic Show for Children of All Ages!" Saturday, May 16th at 10:30am in the CLC. Cost is $1 per person, child or adult (3 and under are free). David has performed on cruise ships and at churches for years. He has served as a Children's Pastor at St. Matthews Baptist Church in Louisville, KY for over 25 years.

Paid Childcare: We occasionally use paid, screened people for various events requiring provision for preschoolers and elementary children. Additional persons are needed in our pool of workers. Applications can be picked up from Carol McKinney in the church office at 288-3824.

Married Adults

Marriage & Parenting Seminars: Please register with Jennifer Wilson at 288-3824 at least a week before the event. If childcare is needed, please indicate the child's name and age.

• Marriage 201- Purpose for the Journey: May 23rd from 9:00am-12:00pm.
• Parenting 301- The Journey with an Adolescent: June 20th from 9:00am-12:00pm.

National Day of Prayer: Please join us for corporate prayer on Thursday, May 7th from 12:15pm-12:45pm in the Chapel.

Prayer Request: As we look toward September and the beginning of a new church year, our goal is to start 5 new Life Journey Groups!

Activities

Golf Tournament: Saturday, June 6th at 9:00am. The cost is $35. Anyone interested should register no later than May 24th with your $35 fee. Contact Jimmy for details.

Take Me Out to the Ball Game: June 12th-14th. Spend an incredible weekend in Baltimore, Maryland and enjoy a baseball game at Camden Yards between the Baltimore Orioles and the Atlanta Braves. The cost is $175 per person for adults and $50 per person for children. Price includes 2 night's lodging, game and transportation on our new bus. Meals are extra! Registration deadline is Sunday, May 10th, with a $25 per person deposit. Contact Jimmy for more details.