Announcements
The flowers are given to the glory of God and in celebration of Ellyson Caide Catlett’s first birthday by her grandmother, Judy Lapeza.
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Happy Birthday this week to Tracy Acevedo, Carol Beth Buchanan, Martha Canter, Chris Cheatham, Connor Dodgen, Pat Dolby, Judy Dorazio, Kate Earle, Ed Elam, Jerry Ferguson, Charlotte Hill, Betty Hopkins, Kirsten Inman, Scott Johnson, Wayne Jorde, Kelly Livingston, Marianne Lyon, Sandra Meijer, Wayne Miller, Andrew Monroe, Tom Pakurar, Gayle Reese, Erik Risendal, Amanda Rosser, Susan Schoemmell, Will Scott, Wilda Stabler, Casey Wilcox.
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Adult Sunday School Classes
9:40-10:40 AM
Lenten Study - Neglected Voices by John Indermark beginning this Sunday, February 21 in the Multipurpose Room. This study addresses biblical spirituality in the margins, hearing from some lesser known individuals from the pages of scripture such as Rahab, Shiphrah and Puah, Baruch, Simeon, and Phoebe to name just a few. This class is team taught by Shelia Mullen and Dolly Pakurar; books for study are available Sunday morning at class or during the week from Val’s office. Come be enriched during your Lenten spiritual journey!
FaithWeaver - led by Steve Begg. What if family members had something to spark meaningful conversations away from church? This curriculum will be used in the children, youth and adult programs, thus equipping families to talk about and apply their faith together every day. All ages study and experience the same Scripture in creative ways in separate age-appropriate classes, thus enabling family members to broaden their faith as well as to begin a discussion of faith in the family.
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Worship Bags containing Children’s Worship Bulletins and crayons for your child to use during the service. The bags are in baskets beside the elevator. Please return them after the service.
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Men's Bible Study - join us for Bible study and fellowship, Wednesday at 8 AM in the library. The Pastor’s Bible Study, Wednesdays, 11:30 in the library.
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NO WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER this week while we host our CARITAS guests.
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Easter Lily Dedications - Look for the pink envelope in your March envelope packet or stop by the table in the entryway today. Lilies are $11.00 each. This is a special way to honor a loved one or mark a special occasion. You may place your envelope in the offering plate or drop it by the church office. Order deadline is March 15.
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CONGRATULATIONS!
to Val White!!! Val’s interviews with the Board of Ordained Ministry were positive, and she was affirmed and approved for commissioning as a provisional Deacon, which will occur at Annual Conference in June.
to Bob Brogan on his promotion to Lt. Colonel in the U.S. Army. May God continue to watch over him and all the service members from The Brandermill Church family.
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Gluten/Wheat Free Communion - for those who may have various food allergies, we are pleased to offer a Communion station with wafers that are free of gluten, wheat, dairy, corn and soy, as well as a separate chalice of grape juice. Please make your way up the center aisle, and specifically ask Sandra for gluten free elements.
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BRANDERMILL CHURCH ORIENTATION CLASS – Interested in finding out more about the Brandermill Church? The Membership Committee is sponsoring a 3-Week Class to help you explore these questions. The class will meet for three consecutive Sundays beginning today at 9:45AM in the library. Come out and meet the pastor, the associate pastor, and members of the church council who will provide you with an overview of the church’s ministries.
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The Yada Yada Prayer Group will meet in the library today after the 11:00 service. Bring a bag lunch and join in the fun and fellowship.
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Freedom House – tonight. We meet at the church at 4:00 to prepare the meal, leave for the shelter at 5:30, and return to the church around 8:30. If you are interested in participating or have any questions please call Jeff Branyon at 320-3616.
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Come be a Cut Up! The Nurture Committee will cut out and assemble kits for Dignity Robes today, following the 11:00 service. Bring a lunch, bring your sewing scissors . . . and learn more about this ministry to help women undergoing breast cancer treatment. We will meet in the Multi-Purpose Room.
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YOUTH NEWS:
CONFIRMATION – Confirmation class TODAY in the Youth Room, 10:45a.m.- 12:45p.m. Your deposit for the Retreat ($25) is due today. Please leave a check in Rich’s mailbox.
SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES – There are several ways to have your student involved in giving back. Please see the Youth Bulletin Board on how your student can volunteer to help Pack the Pods and assist in a Blessing Day. These are great ways to serve our communities and support our Youth Group.
CARITAS – If you are a middle school or high school student attending a mission trip this summer you need to see the youth bulletin board and sign-up today to help with the CARITAS meals on March 7 and 10.
JP PARTICIPANTS – Your second payment ($150) is due today.
HIGH SCHOOL MISSION TRIP – Your second payment of $125 is due on March 21.
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Donations to the Five-Cents-a-Meal program will be received today. Look for the large container on the table across from the sanctuary.
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Men's Breakfast - Saturday, March 13 at 8:00 AM Horst, Earl and Mark will prepare a great breakfast as usual. Our speaker will be Stuart Mackler, MD of the Eastern Shore of Virginia. Dr. Mackler will talk about his recent trip to Haiti as an orthopedic surgeon with Operation Smile. His observations of the medical care, resources, culture, international volunteerism and other aspects of Haiti in crisis will inform and inspire. To reserve your spot, mark the attendance pad with “MB,” sign in on the sheet outside Marcie's office, or contact Marcie by e-mail or phone. Come on out for good food, a good talk and Christian fellowship to begin your weekend.
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Pack the POD Furniture Drive – through March 13 - today, 1PM – 5 PM,
Monday thru Friday, 4:30PM – 6:00PM. See the newsletter for a complete list of needed goods. Please only donate new or gently used items that are in good working condition.
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The “You Go Girl” Book Club will meet March 14 after the 11:00 service. We will discuss The Great Gatsby. Bring a lunch and join in the discussion. See you there.
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Spring Clean-Up Day, Saturday, March 27 - from 8:30 am until about 11:00 or so. With Spring Fever being at an all-time high this year, please volunteer to help beautify the grounds around our church in preparation for Palm Sunday and Easter. Activities will include leaf removal, trimming & pruning, and general clean-up. High-priority needs include trucks to haul leaves and branches, leaf blowers/vacuums, rakes, and several enthusiastic volunteers who can't wait to take part in outdoor activities that don't require a snow shovel! Please sign up in the entryway or you can call Tim Koon at 739-5849. Thanks, in advance, for volunteering!
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Caring for Creation Tip - In his new book, Food Rules, Michael Pollan continues to provide intelligent, sensible and simple advice about how nutrition and the food we eat affects our health. A typical Pollan tip: “If it came from a plant, eat it; if it was made in a plant, don’t.”
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The Hymnal Fund of 2 years ago was oversubscribed. All hymnals with a dedication were purchased as well as sufficient numbers for use in worship and music ministry. Church Council voted to transfer the remaining funds to the Joyful Noise Music Ministry fund. All such monies are used to enhance the use of music in worship. If you have any questions please contact Marty Kump, chair of worship or Jamie Barrack Director of Music Ministries.
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Sundaes on Saturday - on Saturday, March 13, the Jubilation choir (an inter-denominational senior choir based at Salisbury Church) will present a program of choral music at 7:00 p.m. The handbell choir of Salisbury Church will also perform. Come and enjoy an evening of religious, secular, and patriotic music, followed by ice cream sundaes. The whole evening is FREE! Several of our church members sing in this choir.
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The Nurture Committee will meet March 21 at 12:15 in the Multi-Purpose Room.