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New Study Starting Today!
“Esther” at 11:00 am in interAct
ABF Community, room 332.
Oil Change
Weeding and Mulching at the
Pregnancy Care Center
Nursing Home Visit
Home Repair Team
Sowing Hope Outreach
“Spreading God’s Love in Our Community”
The next second SATURDAY is MAY 14.
Meet in room 162 at 8:30 a.m.
Grace Kids’ Ministries
(Infant - Grade 6)
ext. 117
woostergracekids.org
28 kids learned they are God’s Treasure and He is
theirs at our Treasure Hunt Grace Kids’ Retreat.
GBB Outpost was enjoyed by 12 boys, 8 dads, and
leaders who had a great weekend camping with five
other churches. Many thanks to their supporters.
SonSurf Beach Bash VBS, June 20–24.
Volunteers are needed to help kids find answers
to some big questions about Jesus. Complete the
Communication Card to help.
Neighborhood Bible Club host homes needed
in neighborhoods with elementary age kids during
summer months. You provide the home and invite
the kids, we provide the teacher, helper, snacks,
crafts etc. Complete the Communication Card for
more information.
NE Ohio District Junior Camp, June 13–18 at
Beulah Beach Camp in Vermilion. Registration
forms were sent home with kids (grades 3–6) last
week. More available on the Children’s Ministry
Table. Information at www.jrcamp.org. Registration
deadline is today.
Kindergarten Department volunteers needed
during the 11 am service. Complete the
Communication Card for information.
Grace Student Ministries
(Middle School & High School)
ext. 230
woostergracestudents.org
High School Students are invited to the Student
Ministries Center today at 11 am to enjoy snacks
from our Student Café and celebrate God’s
presence.
Middle School Students are invited to the Middle
School Room (upstairs) today at 11 am to enjoy
snacks from our Student Café and celebrate God’s
presence.
MSM & HSM Small Groups: No groups tonight for
Mother’s Day. Wednesday groups meet at 7pm.
HSM Café needs donated baked goods for the
Pool Table Movers
End of the Season Cook-Out!
Complete the Communication Card for
information on how to become involved.
café. Email your name and phone number to
[email protected] for information.
Philladelphia Mission Trip still has a few spots
left to be filled, first come, first served. Contact Ben
@ [email protected] for more info.
Graduation Sunday, May 15, 11 am in the
SMC. Graduates and families are invited to come
celebrate the Class of 2011.
Become a facebook fan of “High School Ministry
at Wooster Grace” by logging on or texting “fan
WoosterHSM” to 32665.
Beyond Summer Camp, June 13-18, for incoming
7th and 8th graders. Applications due May 15.
(Download at www.woostergracestudents.org)
four 14
(Young Adults)
ext. 240
four14.net
Do you want a life fully alive? Be there this
Thursday @ four14, 7 pm.
Ultimate Road Trip, July 10-16. Applications are
available now at four14 or on our Facebook fan
page. Early Bird discount deadline is June 16!
Calling all graduating high school seniors! So
what’s next after high school? Find out at This Thing
Called Life, our Sunday morning class designed just
for you, begins May 22 at 11 am in room 335.
2011 College Graduates may submit a picture,
along with the name of the school and degree
earned for publication in the “Graduation Issue”
of the Good News to the main office or by email
([email protected]). Deadline is today.
Growth Ministries
ext. 239
Adult Bible Fellowship Communities are a great
place to connect with others and study God’s Word
together. Complete the Communication Card to
connect with an ABF Community.
Baptism Celebration, Wednesday, May 18, 7
pm in the Worship Center. Pick up a packet at the
Welcome Center and return it to Central Supply box
#2 by today to participate.
New Community Meal Menu (5:30-6:30): Baked
Pasta, salad, applesauce, bread, pudding. $3
suggested donation.
National Day of Prayer Breakfast, Thursday, May
5, 6:30 to 7:45 am at the Church of the Saviour,
480 Fry Road, Wooster. Tickets ($5) available in the
lobby or the church office during business hours.
Ancient Mail ... Timely Delivery devotional
booklets are available at the Spiritual Growth
table.
This week’s devotional readings are:
May 9 Hebrews 1:1-2:4
May 10 Hebrews 2:5-18
May 11 Hebrews 3:1-19
May 12 Hebrews 4:1-13
May 13 Hebrews 4:14-5:20
May 14 Hebrews 5:11-6:20
May 15 Hebrews 7:1-28
Also on the website, Keyword: Devotionals
Legacy Ministries
ext. 237
Bible Study tonight at 6:00 pm in room 335.
Outreach Ministries
ext. 246
Today’s mission highlight is Rob & Nichole. Our
European staff seeks to build God’s church with
nationals who start new churches also. Read about
them on the website, Keyword: Europe.
Missionary Partners, Rob & Nichole here today!
They will share in our services, visit Children’s
Ministries, converse at 9:15 am in the Church
Library, talk at 10 am in the Ambassadors ABF,
room 425 & 11:20 am in the Internationals ABF,
room 425, and share at 6 pm in the Inspiration
Service, room 335. You’re invited to come!
Least Reached Peoples: Pray for the people in
Ukraine where 39 least-reached peoples live. Pray
for God to establish 10 new churches in Europe in
the next decade. More at www.joshuaproject.net.
Attend one of these Grace Family Meetings to
better understand how financial stewardship
impacts God’s purposes for the world. Complete
the Communication Card to register.
Monday, May 9 - 7:00 PM
1.
Keith & Linda Geiser
2285 S. Kohler Rd, Orrville
Thursday, May 12 - 7:00 PM
2.
Tom & Birdie Weckesser
310 W. Prospect St, Smithville
Friday, May 13 - 7:00 PM
3.
Jerry & Paula Reeves
10526 W. Easton Rd, West Salem
Sunday, May 15 ABF Community
Room
4.
8:30 AM
Berean
140
5.
8:30 AM
Faith & Fellowship
421
6.
9:45 AM
New Horizons
140
7.
9:45 AM
Second Half of Marriage 162
8.
9:45 AM
Truthseekers
332
9.
11:00 AM Faithbuilders
421
10. 11:00 AM Connections
423
11. 11:00 AM Internationals
425
Tuesday, May 17 - 7:00 PM
12. Mike & Sandy Workman
2763 N. Millborne Rd, Wooster
Thursday, May 19 - 7:00 PM
13. Chet & Ruth Ann Martin
7625 Palmer Rd, West Salem
14. Galen & Evie Moomaw
3097 N. Honeytown Rd, Wooster
Sunday, May 22 - 7:00 PM
15. James & Barb Moline
135 S. David St, Smithville
Sunday, May 29 ABF Community
Room
16. 9:45 AM
Common Ground
335
Persecuted Christians of the Week-Iran: Three
Iranian believers were set free recently after 238
days in prison. Though weak & thin, they praise
God for His protection. Ask God to start revival in
Iran today. More at www.persecution.com.
Team Hope: Pray for the 20-member team making
final preparations to run in the Cleveland Marathon
next Sunday, May 15. Ask God to give them
wisdom & stamina this week. Contact Diane Tirakis
([email protected] or 330-345-5779) for info.
GRACE GIVES BACK:
Tornado Southern US Relief: A BIG thank you
to everyone who helped load a trailer of Tornado
Relief supplies for families recovering from
devastating storms in the southern US.
Oil Change volunteers needed Saturday, May
14, 9 am - 1:30 pm. Contact Juana (x246 or www.
[email protected]) for information.
Women’s Ministries
ext. 117
wgbcwomen.blogspot.com
Women’s Day Away, Sept. 24. Reserve the date.
Renee Swope of Proverbs 31 Ministries will speak
on traveling tips for life’s journey.
Zumbathon, Saturday, May 14, 9:30-11:30 am in
the Family Center hosted by Forget-Me-Not Baskets,
Inc., a local charity that provides bereavement
baskets to families who have suffered a loss during
pregnancy or childbirth. See the Women’s Ministries
Table for information.
Sports and Recreation Ministries
ext. 113
Summer is coming! Check the Wooster Grace
Biker Club fan page to see what’s coming, or
simply go to facebook.com/gracebikerclub to see
the summer ride calendar.
Co-Ed Volleyball, Tues, 7-9 pm; Sun, 8-10 pm.
Ping Pong, Tues, 7-9 pm in rooms 162-164.
Men & Women Softball Team sign up is at the
Outreach Ministry Table.
Home School Gym Night, Fri, 6:30-8 pm.
WELCOME TO WOOSTER GRACE
MAY 8, 2011
Worship Center - RDF
Family Center - NAC/RDF
Bible Study - 335
WEDNESDAY
8:30 & 9:45 AM
Wednesdays at Grace
9:45 & 11:00 AM THURSDAY
6:00 PM
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Administration
ext. 220
Christian sympathy is extended to the Mike
Ohlsen family in the death of his mother, Dorothy.
The Family of Grace is invited to attend a 50th
Wedding Anniversary Open House, Sunday, May 29,
2-5 pm in the S. Fellowship Hall, to honor Carlton
and Harlene Steiner. RSVP by May 21 (330-6831845).
The iGive video and commitment form are
available on the website, Keyword: iGive.
Newcomers’ Class, Wednesday, May 11, 7 pm
in room 303. Learn the story and discover the
vision of Wooster Grace. Meet Pastor Bob and other
newcomers. Complete the Communication Card or
call x237 to enroll. Childcare provided.
Volunteer Thank You Dinner, Wednesday, June
8, starting at 5:15 pm in the Family Center to honor
those who have volunteered in ministries at Grace
during 2010/2011. Complete the Communication
Card to register.
Coffee Kiosk volunteers needed. Contact
Denise (x222 or [email protected]) for
information.
The pictorial directory is available at the Life
Essentials table and the Welcome Centers for
anyone interested.
The Good News May Edition is available at the
Welcome Centers or read it online at the website,
Keyword: Good News.
Don’t miss the upcoming Vision 2020 Leadership
Conference hosted at our church, July 22-27.
Register online at www.Vision2020now.com, pick
up materials at the Life Essentials table or call the
church office.
Pastors and missionaries need lodging while
they attend National Conference July 23-27 at
Wooster Grace. A private bedroom & bath for up to
6 nights is needed. Complete the Communication
Card for information.
2011 GBC Tours: Charmed by Charm, July 19 and
7:00 PM
7:00 PM
34West Theater Company, “Cotton Patch Gospel”
at the Amish Door, Wilmot, Aug. 27. Registration
forms are available at the Legacy Ministry table.
Contact Buriff’s (330-669-2989) for information.
Wooster Christian School
330.345.6436
WCS is enrolling for the 2011-2012 school year for
students in preschool (3+) through eighth grade.
New students enroll in grades 1-8. each year.
Thanks for your continued prayers for 211
students.
Homebound of the Week
Jean Smith
15028 Old Lincoln Way Apt 15
Dalton, OH 44618
GIVING THROUGH 5/1/2011