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Bulletin - 10/31/2009

Submitted by cwickman on October 30, 2009 - 9:45pm

St. Paul, MN

Welcome to Sabbath Services

October 31, 2009

Services 2:30 p.m.

Song Leader -- Steve Howie

Sermonette -- David Hoffart

Sermon -- Gary Black

Teen Bible Study: There will be a teen bible study following services today in the fireside room.

Pot Luck and Game Night October 31: Following services today we will be having a pot luck and game night. Please bring a dish to share for the pot luck and games to share for the game night. Beverages, paper goods and plastic ware will be provided. As usual we will start the game night with Bingo and then continue with whatever games people bring and want to play. PLEASE NOTE – we are planning to dim the lights in the foyer to not draw outside attention to our event. Please help us in this regard.
Gifts for Game Night: Please bring the gift already wrapped and label with who it is to and from.

Church Calendars: The November/December Church Calendars are available at the information table.

Daylight Savings: Mark your calendar on Sunday, November 1^st to change your time for daylight savings!

Congratulations Party – Jonathan Mencel: We are planning an open house/pot luck on November 7th after church. This is to celebrate Jonathan Mencel becoming a lawyer. If you would like to come, please RSVP to Chuck or Joanne Zutz.

Prayer Request Update: Margo L. – Margo had the opportunity to move from the nursing home this week to another facility which should be better for her. Her new address is north of Valley Creek, East of Century but west of the Woodbury Middle School.

Winter Camp Registration: Registration deadline for campers is November 15^th for Winter Camp 2009 in Montello, WI. Tuition cost: $250 Dates: December 28-January 3. Activities This year’s activities include: basketball, capture the flag, Christian Living, cross country skiing, dance, broom ball, horseback riding, ice skating, snow speed-away, team challenge, tubing, volleyball, indoor games, and more. Camp is a great way to learn about God’s way and to spend time with friends during your winter break! Please go to www.wintercamp.org for details or contact Gary Black at gary_black@ucg.org

WOMEN"S CONFERENCE POTLUCK (Nov 14): Combined services in Minneapolis will be held on the Sabbath of Nov 14th at Edinbrook Elem. School. A potluck dinner will be served after services. There will be many out-of-town visitors coming for the Women's Conference, so please be generous with the food you bring.

Many of the women will be leaving early to attend the opening meeting of the Women's Conf. Several men are needed to help with cleanup after the potluck. Please see Cory Erickson if you are able to help.

TWIN CITIES WOMEN'S CONFERENCE – “Finding Peace”

The peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and mind. Phil. 4:7
One more week to register for the Women’s Conference coming on November 14th and 15th! Grab a friend and make plans to attend. It will be one of the best days you’ll share with fellow sisters in the faith – there will be lots of time for laughing and learning. It will be a day of refreshment for all. The registration deadline is November 6th! All information is located online at www.ucgwomensconf.org. register and shop online!! Pay via Paypal or credit card. Combined Sabbath Services will be held at Edinbrook Elementary School (8925 Zane Ave N - Brooklyn Park, MN) at 2:30 PM. Everyone is invited for a potluck meal following services. Beginning at 7 PM, we will gather at the Marriott Spring Hill Suites (5901 Wayzata Blvd – St. Louis Park MN 55416) for an enjoyable evening of fellowship and fun. The Conference begins at 8:30 AM on Sunday, November 15^th at the Metropolitan Ballroom and Clubroom (5418 Wayzata Blvd – St. Louis Park, MN 55416) – lunch is included.

Room Reservations: A block of rooms has been reserved at the Marriott Spring Hill Suites only minutes away from the Metropolitan. Room rates are $69/night plus tax. See the website for more details or call (952-738-7300 or 1-888-287-9400) to reserve your room. Use code UCGUCGB to reserve a King Suite or UCGUCGA for a Queen Suite. Room rates include hot and cold breakfast.
Financial Assistance: Due to the generosity of many ladies, we have funds available to help you attend if you need financial assistance. Please do not hesitate to contact Gale Black at (651) 769-8802 or galeblack@comcast.net.

Your pastor has registration forms if you do not have access to the web.

Registration forms should be mailed to: Sheleen Turnblad. Checks made payable to: UCG-MPLS. Please contact Colene Erickson if you have any questions ericksoncc@yahoo.com. We look forward to seeing you in a few weeks!

Sabbath School Theme: Learning About God
Grade	October 17	October 31
P/K	Noah’s Ark	David and Goliath
K-3^rd Grade	Unit 2, Week 3: We Talk to God When We Pray	Unit 2, Week 2: God Answers Our Prayers
Bible Scripture: I John:4:8 Bible Memory: Books of the Bible/12 Apostles

Social Activities 2009-2010:

December 19 – International Night (please note the change in date)

January 30 – Combined Pot Luck and Sledding and Ice Skating

February 13 – Brunch

March 13-14 – Families for God Weekend

May 15 – Appreciation Dinner

Swim Party: The Minneapolis church will sponsor another swim party this December 26^th at the Sheraton Hotel in Bloomington. Services will be there followed by a meal and swimming. If you would like to make a weekend get-away and stay overnight either Friday or Saturday, or both, the rate is $89 plus tax. Check with Dan Creed for details.

Winter Family Weekend: It is time once again to make your plans and reservations to join us in Louisville, Kentucky, for the Winter Family Weekend event. Come join your family and friends for four days of education, sports, fun and fellowship. You may pick up a flyer today at the back table after services with details on this year’s event. You may also go to http://wfw.ucg.org for information. Book now and don’t be left out in the cold! An information sheet is available on the Information Table.

Have an Announcement? If you have an announcement for this bulletin, please contact: Gale Black at galeblack@comcast.net by Wednesday.

Phone Numbers and Addresses

Gary Black, Pastor

Email: Gary_Black@ucg.org

Cory Erickson, Elder

Email: ericksoncc@comcast.net

Don Finger, Elder

Email: DonJFing@aol.com

Peter McNair, Elder

Email: jpmcnair@gmail.com

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