Spotlight on Recent Activities
Church members in Action- June
Church member Andrew Johnson returned to Florida to serve as a camp counselor at the Pensacola Christian College "Camp O' the Pines". Andrew is a Junior at Pensacola Christian College majoring in "Missions".
Vacation Bible School- June 14-18, 2010
What a week! We had a great time getting to know some new children, and, had the opportunity to get to know some returning VBS'ers better. We are proud of each of the kids who worked so hard to learn our VBS Bible passage. Here are some pictures of the weeks' events.
A severe thunderstorm with hurricane-force winds ripped through Michiana the last evening of VBS, downing hundreds of trees and power lines and leaving thousands without electricity. We were no exception. Of course, our VBS'ers were no strangers to storms (having just reviewed the lessons of Jonah, Jesus walking on the water, and shipwrecked Paul). So...we broke out the Christmas candlelight service candles and the adults held the candles as the children sang, recited their verses, and reviewed all they learned thoughout the week.
We even managed to eat our traditional last night snacks by candlelight in the basement. While trees were uprooted all accross town and the entire region, we once again saw that the safest place in the world is being exactly where God wants you to be! Wouldn't have missed it for the world!
Courageous Diane gives her voice a raise as a song leader!
Cutlass Karin and Leepin' Larry on a slow night
Dangerous Dan and Keelboard Kathie keeping the sailors in
Line...
The girls serving the balloons to the boys!
The band of boys keeping the balloons afloat!
Dangerous Dan and Keelboard Kathie inspect the workmanship at
craft time.
My Bonnie lives over the Ocean....
Cutlass Karin gets the whole crew involved in Bible Memory
Time.
Starboard Steve found out the some thieves broke in and stole
his gold and left a rock in its' place!
Hey! Where did all the words go???!!!
We start each day with a pledge to the "Jacks" (Flags) and our
Atlas (the Bible)
Crafting a Treasure Chest!!
Aye...sailors come in all sizes!
Leaping'
Larry Literally Loses
his Locks for Life!!!
Aye! Paige bringin' in the bounty after bringing a
visitor!
Leepin' Larry gets ready to weigh the penny offering once again. The funds raised during the week will be donated to missionaries Wes Mlekodaj and family who are serving at the Broken Arrow Bible Ranch.
If you love Jesus, Do all four!!!
Craving Cole discusses his disappointment with his rusty
prized wrench...
Argh! Those kids be great game players!
The lesson tonight was about Moses...who just happened to stop
in!
VBS would not be complete without songs about Jesus.
"Starboard Steve" and his somewhat apprehensive parrot;
"Lunchable".
Cap'n Bilge talks about what the Bible says about
Treasure.
Mrs. Bilge and Midshipwoman Robin assist with Crafts.
Down to the galley for some frozen treats!!
Cutlass Karin teaching in her class
Danger Dan Teaching the Word
We are honored to have Mrs. Barnacle Beaman helping with
VBS.
It appears the girls have once again won the penny
offering!
Those girl shipmates can really sing!
We band of few...we very few...but we're growing
AAARRRGH!
Women's Retreat
The Ladies held Womens' retreat" at Camp Mack in Winona Lake on April 30th through May 2nd. The topic of the conference was "Mighty Oaks"
Kathie Huhn was one of the speakers during the retreat.
The ladies enjoyed fellowship, food and a time to get to know each other during the weekend.
A rainbow in the sky...God's promise
Just in case you missed the rainbow...
Pastors' Conference
On April 19-21, Pastor Dan and his wife; Kathie, attended the annual "Small Town Pastors' Conference" hosted by the Rural Home Missionary Association. There were about 400 pastors and wives there from all over the nation. The purpose of the conference is to encourage the pastors of small town churches, According to Francis A. Schaeffer, there are no small places and no small churches in God's eyes.
Singspiration
On April 18th, the church held a "Gospel Singspiration" (organized by Robin Minix and Kathie Huhn). About 8 different churches were represented as we sang praises to God and looked forward (in song) to our final destination in heaven. Unfortunately, we don't have pictures of all the groups that performed, however, we do have a number of photographs that can give you an idea of what the night was like.
Pastor Huhn started the service by leading praise songs after reminding us that singing praises to God is the "language of heaven"
Stephanie Anderson began the specials with a beautiful solo.
"The Jacksons" blessed us with their "Gospel Bluegrass" selections.
Ruth Ann Soria blessed us in both song and testimony.
The Jacksons accompanied "The Gospeleers" as they worshiped in song.
Nina Belk sang "One Day at a Time" after giving a testimony of an example of God's watchfulness and provision at an instance in her life.
Rick Clinger once again blessed us with songs of redemption and hope.
Cole and Steve Anderson made sure everyone found a seat and enjoyed seeing Stephanie sing in a final number with everyone who provided special music.
During a brief interlude, Bruce Emmons related facts about creation he has learned at the Creation Museum.
The Service Was followed by food and fellowship in the church basement.
Had to wrangle everyone out of the kitchen to get this group picture...and yes...the folks in the corner are waving at you. :)
There is just nothing like good Christian fellowship to make this wonderful evening complete!
Baby Shower
On April 17th, a baby shower was held at the Huhns for Adelines daughter; Jolene. Her baby is due in May or June of this year.
Summer Missionaries
On April 17th, Melissa and Stephanie attended training to become "Summer Missionaries" with Child Evangelism Fellowship. They are learning to share the gospel with children and will be instrumental in conducting 5 day Bible Clubs this summer. Soon, they will be attending a week long training to prepare them, and, will be raising their support to help fund the 5 day clubs.
Youth Group
The youth group had "Youth Night" at the Church On Sunday, April 11th. Games were played, food was "consumed", and a devotions/video regarding the creation of the universe were pesented.
Easter
Sunrise Service was held on Easter Sunday 2010 at the Gazebo at the Culver Town Park by Lake Maxincuckee. Pastor gave a brief reading from scripture and we worshiped the Lord in song.
Following the service, the men in the church cooked the annual sunrise breakfast.
Our Easter morning church service was filled with worship as Pastor Huhn showed us "evidences" or "footprints" that point to the authenticity of Christ's bodily resurection from the grave.
Youth
In March, the teens went bowling for youth night in Knox, followed by refreshment and devotions at the Keiser's home, a great time was had by all.
In March, the youth group also went to Fort Wayne for the "Winter Jam 2010"; a Christian music concert in Fort Wayne
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