JUNE 22, 2008

IN SYMPATHY Please remember the family of Lona Conklin in your prayers; her funeral was conducted last week.

CONGRATULATIONS We congratulate Suto and Barbara Akpanudo on the birth of a baby boy last Monday. They have named him Kime (pronounced Kee-may) and was 8 lbs. 15 ozs. and 21 1/2 inches.

CAMP IS HERE ONCE AGAIN!!! I want to express my appreciation to this congregation for their continuous support of Northwestern Ohio Christian Youth Camp. This camp is without a doubt the highlight of the year for many young people (and adults). The camp experience is something that you really can't understand until you've been there and experienced it for yourselves. We are always encouraged as we lift our voices in praise to God, and center our minds on spiritual things. Camp provides a very unique opportunity to come away from the influences of the world for an entire week. From early morning devotionals at the fire circle to late evening devotionals we will be focusing our thoughts on God and his message to us through Jesus Christ. Our theme study this year will be FILLING THE GOD-SHAPED HOLE INSIDE ALL OF US, (The Essence of Being Human). The lessons of study will include: Monday, "Where did I come from?" Tuesday, "Why am I here?" Wednesday, "Do I have any Worth?" Thursday, "How should I live?" and the final lesson on Friday, With all the voices surrounding our youth today that take them in so many directions, they need this opportunity to let God's voice tell them again about their true worth and the price that God paid through his Son Jesus Christ. We are still two weeks away from opening day and we currently have 76 young people and 40 staff members planning to attend. I am so excited to think about what God is going to do in the lives of the young people and adults during this great week. Please remember us in prayer as we prepare for this great opportunity for God's Word to touch the hearts of everyone present. A special thanks to all of you who have donated money to help send a child to camp. There are so many who have helped by donating cereal and cookies and other things that we will need during the week. God Bless You all!

REMEMBER IN PRAYER THOSE SERVING IN THE MILITARY Michael Reese-Navy, stationed in Norfolk Virginia.
Jacob Reese-leaving for the Air Force in April, will be in Texas.
(Michael & Jacob are the grandsons of Joyce Reese)
Jordan Stephenson-Air Force stationed in San Antonio, Texas.
Peter Mapes-Navy stationed in San Diego, California.
Andy Mutchler-Navy.
Billy Grigsby-Marine in Iraq, grandson-in-law to Hollis & Alice Gilley.
Bryan Stewart-Ranger in Afghanistan, son of the late Ernie Stewart.
Jason Giguere-in Iraq, son-in-law of Jack & Jacquie Sloan.
Scott Stewart-stationed in Hawaii, son of Beverly Stewart

NORTHWESTERN OHIO CHRISTIAN YOUTH CAMP 2008 If anyone is interested in helping with sending a young person to camp please make your checks out to NWOCYC; the cost $150.00 **At this time we need cookies; there is a box in the foyer for donations.

MEALS FOR THE BROWNS Ken and Johnnie Brown are in need of meals 3 days a week. If you can help in this ministry please sign the list on the foyer board. Questions please see Stan Monhollen.

PANTRY NEEDS A few items are needed for our pantry: soup spaghetti sauce, canned spaghetti, jelly, pancake mix and pancake syrup. Your help is greatly appreciated!!

IN APPRECIATION Dear Echo Meadows Church Family, Praise God for hearing and answering your faithful prayers in regards to my double eye surgery in Ann Arbor last Friday. It is miracle what God (and good doctors too) can do when they work together. No longer seeing double after two years of waiting on hyper thyroid eyes to stabilize is wonderful!! Thank you again for your prayers, calls, and concerns. Jack Towner

EVENTS

JUNE 29, 2008 - 5TH SUNDAY POTLUCK The 5th Sunday potluck is the only potluck we will have this month. Each family should bring a large (9x13) meat dish or meat casserole and one other large dish of your choice: salad, vegetable or dessert. All widows and singles need to please bring 1 two liter of pop and either a large salad, vegetable or dessert. Plan to stay and enjoy some great food and a wonderful time of fellowship.

GENOA CARE CENTER We will be meeting at the Genoa Care center today at 2:00 pm for a time of fellowship with the residents.

ELDERS/DEACONS MEETING Elders and deacons will meet today at 4:00 pm.

COOKOUTS Come join the fun and fellowship with our summer cookout on June 22 here at the building following evening services. Hot dogs and hamburgers will be provided so please bring a side dish to share along with a beverage. We will be having several of these this summer so be ready for some fun!!!

DAILY BIBLE READING June 22, Psalms 32-37; June 23, Psalms 38-44; June 24, Psalms 45-51; June 25, Psalms 52-59; June 26, Psalms 60-67; June 27, Psalms 68-71; June 28, Psalms 72-77.

FAMILY MATTERS
David Fellows & Jean Kidd - at home
Wynona Hyndman - needs prayers for her health.
Jean Kidd - St. Charles Hospital

PLEASE PRAY FOR: Ken & Johnnie Brown, Dorothy DeVaul, Raida Thomas, Lavon Tucker, Billie Charvat, Alton Tripp, Tony Ramos, Jack White, Don & Marian Loertscher, Lillie Cannon, Shirley Robinson, Betty Caldwell, Tim Berta, Joyce Perrico, Brenda Alcorn, Rosemary Johnson, Sylvia Mitchum and Virginia Simons — they continue to need prayers for their health.

YOUTH GROUP NEWS

The youth group at Echo Meadows is comprised of grades 6-12. Our goal is to create an environment for the youth to hear the word of God, learn what it means to live for Jesus, and have a lot of fun in a Christian setting. We hope that each teenager at Echo Meadows will make it a point to be a part of this wonderful ministry.

KINGS ISLAND TRIP June 26-29; Forms and Money Due by June 15

Students, you won't want to miss this trip! Once again, we're headed down to Cincinnati for a fun and exciting weekend. We're going to spend time studying the life of Joseph, doing crazy activities at Midwestern Children's Home, and having fun at Kings Island. The cost is $60. The brochures are available at the youth bulletin board. Contact one of the youth sponsors if you have any questions.

SUMMER DATES
June 26-29 - Kings Island Trip
July 6-12 - Camp at NWOCYC


Teenagers, if you can think of anything that you would like to do this summer as a group, don't hesitate to call Jason at 419-460-5252.

 

JUNE 29, 2008

SERVING A.M.
Scripture J. Bodnar
Prayer Ryan Watson
Communion / Contribution
Prayer R. Schoonmaker
Servers M. Odneal,
S. Johnson, J. Lowery,
J. Cain, D. Dressel,
J. Sloan,
R. Weaks
Sermon F. Edens
Closing Prayer T. Howell
Security Eddie Hatzidakis

SERVING P.M. No evening service as it is the 5th Sunday of the month.

FOR THE MONTH-JUNE
Greet Visitors
R. & R. McElwain
Usher A. M.
J. Reynolds, G. Durham
Ushers P.M.
C. Ethridge
Baptismal Clothes
S. Towner

WEDNESDAY NIGHT
Meet in the life center.

NURSERY JUNE 22
10:00 A. Bailey, S. Duncan
6:00 K. Watson NURSERY JUNE 29
10:00 A. Burnat, A. Fisher "NO OTHER GODS BEFORE ME"

Scripture - I Peter 1:3-12 Rick Watson

"O to Be Like Thee!" #499 Ron Thomas

"Poured Out Like Wine" Ron Thomas

Prayer Brad Mutchler

"When I Survey the Wondrous Cross" #742 Ron Thomas

Communion & Contribution Prayer Norman Wilson

"An Empty Mansion" #26 Ron Thomas

Children are dismissed to junior worship.

Sermon Fred Edens

"What Will You Do with Jesus?" #739 Ron Thomas

Encouragement from the Elders Al Edens

Prayer Eddie Hatzidakis