October Collection - Fellowship Hall Maintenance Fund

Sunday, 10/6

• Prayer Gathering - at 9:00am - All are welcome!
• Lunch provided by Tom & Mary Sauder

Hank Wettstein Benefit - As many of you know, Hank Wettstein was in a 4-wheeling accident on August 25th. He is currently in Chicago at Shirley Ryan for extensive therapy. There will be a fundraiser for Hank Wettstein on Sunday, November 10th from 3-8 pm in Goodfield. It will be an open house with smoked pork dinner available for dine-in and carry out options. There will also be a silent auction and raffle baskets. Below is a link to sign-up to help with some needs for the evening, and there is a sign-up sheet if you are willing to donate an item for the auction. A flyer is also attached with more details including the location. Thank you for your loving support of the Wettstein's. We hope to see you on November 10th.

Link to help at benefit: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0448AEAE2FA6F85-51878738-hank

Link to donate auction items:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdm3JPX3fpCS0TITvgVGNDRcZtkFFmFl65jfr_ZqF2A5anMqg/viewform

Change of Date for Thanksgiving Singing - Wednesday, November 13th as the November family night. More information to come.

Scripture Memory Class is beginning their Scripture Partner Program for this school year. We are looking for individuals in church who would be willing to be partnered with a Scripture Memory student. Students will be matched with a willing individual from the congregation with a goal of connecting periodically on Sundays, along with sending some notes of encouragement. Most importantly, you would commit to lifting your student up in prayer throughout this school year. This is not a partnership that would meet outside of church. We pray this program can encourage our students, giving them a special connection with someone in church they otherwise wouldn't have crossed paths with. Please sign up by Sunday October 6th if you are willing to be a part of this program. Please contact Jamie Hodel if you would like additional information.

 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0E4EA8AE29ABFD0-51750875-scripture

College Care Packages - As a church body, we would like to remember our college students by praying for them, encouraging them and sending a small care package. If you would like to send a care package, you can pick up an envelope containing your student’s information on the bulletin board in the back hallway. Thanks in advance for your generosity and please be intentional about reaching out to them within 2-3 weeks of receiving their information.

Wednesday, 10/9

• Nursing Home Update

Young Group:

• Tuesday, 10/8 - Sing at Roanoke Nursing Home - in the front lobby at 7pm.
• Friday, 10/11
• Guys/Girls Split Speaker Night at Dan & Donna Schwind’s at 7pm.
• 10/12-13 - College Weekend

Looking Ahead:

• 10/31 - Harvest Party - The young group is planning the Harvest Party for 3 year olds - 8th grade. This will be from 6:30-8pm at the Fellowship Hall. This time is moved earlier than previous years in hopes that more kids will be able to attend.

National Church

• Apologetics Conference - will be held on 11/9 in Smithville. This year's theme is "I’m Glad You Asked: How Good Questions Turn Doubt to Faith". Apologetics Conference 2024 Website.
• AC Central
• Preventing Leadership Burnout - Around the Table
• Four Negative Behaviors that Spell Trouble for Marriages - Breaking Bread
• General Conference - Past Events
• Proclaim and Serve - Past Events.

Other Ways to Learn and Serve

• The Apostolic Christian Home of Eureka has an opening for a Director of Finance. This management position is responsible for the accounting functions of the Home. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, previous accounting experience and a mission-focused heart. This a great opportunity for someone looking to be part of our Christian leadership team as we work together to care for the elderly. After prayerful consideration, interested individuals should submit their resume to Kim Joos, Administrator at kjoos@each.org.
• Bringing Hope - Thursday, October 10th 6:30-7:30 at The Hub (next to the Apostolic Christian Church in Normal. If you have a heart for abused/oppressed women in Bloomington-Normal, please join us.
• Hospital Lumiere Benefit Auctions – Hospital Lumiere’s Virtual On-Line Auction will start Thursday Oct. 31 and end Saturday Nov. 2. The Live In-Person Auction will be held Nov. 8 at the Water Tower in Gridley. To donate an item or for more information see the ACHarvestCall website or contact Rich Bertschi – lemangm@mtco.com.
• Trail Life Fundraiser Pancake and Sausage Breakfast - Saturday 11/16, 7:00-10:00 am at the Roanoke Park Building.