Thursday, October 23, 2008

Upcoming Events and Items of Interest:

Coming this week:
Our Sabbath blessing will come to us this week from The King’s Heralds Quartet. They will be performing at both services. Founded in Keene, Texas in 1927 by four young college students, the group has come to be recognized world-wide for their blend and musical expertise. Current members are Don Scroggs, Joel Bord, Russell Hospedales and Jeff Pearles.

Coming in the weeks ahead:
Next Sabbath, November 1, Chaplain Thom Juarros will be here sharing his message of hope. He will be joined by the Shenandoah Valley Bell choir for 2nd service.

We will be hosting our monthly Fellowship Luncheon next Sabbath, November 1st. This luncheon will take the place of our regular 2nd Sabbath of the month luncheon in order to accommodate the Shenandoah Valley Bell choir. Please bring an entrée and a dessert or salad. If you are single, choose just one of these items.

Available again this year are the colorful, inspirational God’s Creation Calendars. Our WAA students will be selling them beginning October 12. They remain the same low price as in the past, just $8. Buy one for your home, office and for that hard-to-buy-for uncle for Christmas!

Did You Know? We have a lending library full of books, bibles, commentaries, videos, studies and much more. There is no check-out system. Just browse the shelves, take what interests you, and return it when you are through. You will find these materials in the extra office of the admin wing. It is a little disorganized right now but you are still welcome to come and make your selections.

Worthington Adventist Academy is hosting their annual Fall Festival! Join us in the Activity Center on Saturday, November 1at 6:45p.m. Some of the featured activities are: •Wheel Barrow races •Cowboy Golf •Crisco Kid •Hippity Horse & More! This event is FREE!!

October - Singles Activities
Oct. 24 - Inniswoods Park. 6:30pm
Oct. 26 - Bike Ride. Meet at Sheila's 4:00pm.

Sabbath School Mission Project – We have received a request to assist the Pathfinder Academy in Kitale Kenya with the purchase of tables and chairs for their newly erected kitchen and dining hall. The Sabbath School offerings collected will go to fund this project. You will find pictures of our current SS Mission Projects posted on the kiosk in the hall leading to the Buller room.

Sam Bacchiocchi is coming to present an Advent Seminar. He will be joined by soprano Cristina Piccardi. This event begins Friday, November 14 at 7:00, continues on Sabbath morning for the 11:15am worship service and concludes Sabbath afternoon at 4:00. Dr. Bacchiocchi was a professor of Theology and Church History at Andrews University, has written 16 books and gives lectures worldwide.

Men’s Chorus – 2nd annual Men’s Chorus to perform under the direction of George Gibbs with participants from our choir, Opera Columbus, and community. If you’re a man and want to sing please contact George Gibbs at 848-8654.

Project Sunshine Do you have a few extra minutes in your day? Here is a listing of some of our church members who need a little attention via calls, cards or visits. Remember, your name may be on this list one day!
MaryAnn Buckles. Please continue to keep MaryAnn in your prayers for her ongoing health concerns.
Maurice Bumgardner. Sunrise Assisted Living. 6525 N. High St. Worthington, Ohio 43085. 846-6500.

Joseph Horvath. Friendship Villiage Of Dublin, 6000 Riverside Dr. Room 15B, Dublin Ohio 43017.

Ken Crawford . The Laurels of Norworth. 6830 N. High St. 885-4553.

Mike Pioth. Updating his location.

Myrna Duncan. At home. 372 Highland Way. Worthington, Ohio 43085. 614- 846-3529. Surgery cancelled. Waiting for radiation.

Ruth Chapin. At The Claremont Retirement Village, 7041 Bent Tree Blvd, Columbus OH 43235.

Polly Taylor. Manor Care, Old County Line Road in Westerville, Rm 106.

Ruth Ann Harris. asks for continued prayers as she tries to get back to life while still recovering from shoulder surgery. 1645 Evinrude Ave., Columbus 43229. (614) 895-2161.

Donnie Meckstruth. at The James room 1038. Donnie is a SDA friend of some of our church members.


Church Links:
www.bobmcghee.net This will link you to Pastor Bob’s website.
www.worthingtonsda.org This will link you to the church’s website.
www.worthingtonsda.blogspot.com This will link you to the newslog.
www.worthingtonadventistacademy.com This will link you to the school’s website.

Thursday, October 16, 2008

Upcoming Events and Items of Interest:

Coming this week:
We are very excited to welcome Dr. Ivan Blake to the pulpit this Sabbath. Dr. Blake is the pastor of the Minnetonka SDA church in MN. Pastor Blake loves people, especially when he can point them to Jesus as their hope and joy. He graduated from Andrews University with B.Th, M.A. (religion) and D.Min. (emphasis in "Worship") degrees. For fun Ivan keeps fit, reads, gardens and "pots" around in the kitchen.

Cradle Roll and Kindergarten Families are invited to join the McGhee family for a Fall Harvest Celebration and costume party! Saturday, October 18th, 6:00pm to 8:00pm at the McGhee Home, 2475 Slateshire Dr. Dublin, 43016. Please call Robin to let her know you are coming, 614-439-0818, 614-330-9615 or rmlucki@columbus.rr.com.

Coming in the weeks ahead:
On Sabbath, October 25, the King’s Heralds will be bringing you both worship services. Then on Sabbath, November 1, Chaplain Thom Juarros and the Shenandoah Valley Bell choir will be here.

Available again this year are the colorful, inspirational God’s Creation Calendars. Our WAA students will be selling them beginning October 12. They remain the same low price as in the past, just $8. Buy one for your home, office and for that hard-to-buy-for uncle for Christmas!

Did You Know? We have a lending library full of books, bibles, commentaries, videos, studies and much more. There is no check-out system. Just browse the shelves, take what interests you, and return it when you are through. You will find these materials in the extra office of the admin wing. It is a little disorganized right now but you are still welcome to come and make your selections.

Worthington Adventist Academy is hosting their annual Fall Festival! Join us in the Activity Center on Saturday, November 1at 6:45p.m. Some of the featured activities are: •Wheel Barrow races •Cowboy Golf •Crisco Kid •Hippity Horse & More! This event is FREE!!

October - Singles Activities
Oct. 18 - Lynn Farms-Apple Orchard. Meet at Sheila's 2:00pm.
Oct. 19 - Renaissance Festival. Meet at Sheila's 9:00am.
Oct. 24 - Inniswoods Park. 6:30pm
Oct. 26 - Bike Ride. Meet at Sheila's 4:00pm.

Spotlight’s On You!
Congratulations to Archie & Eva Gates who celebrated their wedding anniversary this week.


Church Links:
www.bobmcghee.net This will link you to Pastor Bob’s website.
www.worthingtonsda.org This will link you to the church’s website.
www.worthingtonsda.blogspot.com This will link you to the newslog.
www.worthingtonadventistacademy.com This will link you to the school’s website.
www.worthingtonsslc.org This will link you to the daycare’s we

Wednesday, October 8, 2008

Upcoming Events and Items of Interest:

Coming this week:
This Sabbath is our All Church Fellowship Luncheon. This is a wonderful way to engage with folks that you might not have the chance to visit with during or after a worship service. It’s also a way of strengthening our church community. Please remember to bring an entrée and a salad or dessert to share!

Coming in the weeks ahead:
Pastor Seibold will be taking a three week sabbatical beginning October 15. He and Carmen will be traveling to Italy to celebrate their 30th wedding anniversary. Pastor Bob and Carolyn have arranged for special guests to be here on the three Sabbaths that Pastor Seibold is away. First up on Sabbath, October 18 is Dr. Ivan Blake and his wife Elvira. Dr. Blake is the pastor of the Minnetonka SDA church in MN. On Sabbath, October 25, the King’s Heralds will be bringing you both worship services. Then on Sabbath, November 1, Chaplain Thom Juarros and the Shenandoah Valley Bell choir will be here.

Available again this year are the colorful, inspirational God’s Creation Calendars. Our WAA students will be selling them beginning October 12. They remain the same low price as in the past, just $8. Buy one for your home, office and for that hard-to-buy-for uncle for Christmas!

Did You Know? We have a lending library full of books, bibles, commentaries, videos, studies and much more. There is no check-out system. Just browse the shelves, take what interests you, and return it when you are through. You will find these materials in the extra office of the admin wing. It is a little disorganized right now but you are still welcome to come and make your selections.

The church will be hosting a monthly, three day R.A.D. System course. R.A.D. stands for rape aggression defense system. This program is for women only and stresses awareness, prevention, risk reduction and avoidance. The course begins October 26, 27 & 28 from 6:30-10:00pm in the activity center and costs $75.00. For more info contact instructor Jim blue at 614-374-1068 or jimbluecpt@yahoo.com.

October - Singles Activities
Oct. 11 - Walk at Highbanks Park 6:00pm.
Oct. 18 - Lynn Farms-Apple Orchard. Meet at Sheila's 2:00pm.
Oct. 19 - Renaissance Festival. Meet at Sheila's 9:00am.
Oct. 24 - Inniswoods Park. 6:30pm
Oct. 26 - Bike Ride. Meet at Sheila's 4:00pm.


Project Sunshine Do you have a few extra minutes in your day? Here is a listing of some of our church members who need a little attention via calls, cards or visits. Remember, your name may be on this list one day!
MaryAnn Buckles. Please continue to keep MaryAnn in your prayers for her ongoing health concerns.
Maurice Bumgardner. Sunrise Assisted Living. 6525 N. High St. Worthington, Ohio 43085. 846-6500.

Joseph Horvath. Friendship Villiage Of Dublin, 6000 Riverside Dr. Room 15B, Dublin Ohio 43017.

Ken Crawford . The Laurels of Norworth. 6830 N. High St. 885-4553.

Mike Pioth. At Country View, 14961 N. Old 3C Hwy., Sunbury, OH 43074.

Myrna Duncan. At home. 372 Highland Way. Worthington, Ohio 43085. 614- 846-3529. Surgery cancelled. Waiting for radiation.

Ruth Chapin. At The Claremont Retirement Village, 7041 Bent Tree Blvd, Columbus OH 43235.

Church Links:
www.bobmcghee.net This will link you to Pastor Bob’s website.
www.worthingtonsda.org This will link you to the church’s website.
www.worthingtonsda.blogspot.com This will link you to the newslog.
www.worthingtonadventistacademy.com This will link you to the school’s website.
www.worthingtonsslc.org This will link you to the daycare’s website.

Thursday, October 2, 2008

In-Touch Newsletter of the Worthington
Seventh-day Adventist Church
October 2, 2008
My Grace is Sufficient. II Cor. 12:9

Upcoming Events and Items of Interest:

Coming this week:
We are privileged to welcome Elder Don Pate to our church this Sabbath. He will be speaking at both services and again in the afternoon. His first service sermon is entitled Bind Me Well. His second service sermon is entitled Tilting the Universe and his afternoon program is entitled The High Holidays Plus taking place in the garden room at 3:00pm.

Vespers followed by an Ice Cream Social. Our church elders have been working hard to prepare a special evening for you this Sabbath, October 4. Pastor Bob will begin with vespers at 6:00. He requests that you bring an 8 ½ x 11 sheet of paper with your favorite name of God written on it. Then our elders are hosting an Ice Cream Social and would love for you to join them! There will be fun games, prizes and lots of good treats. The cost of attending?...your favorite flavor of ice cream or a yummy topping.

Coming in the weeks ahead:
We would like to thank the following people for their time and dedication to our DivorceCare Ministry. Please give each of these people a hug and thank them for their commitment to this program: Jim Blue, Bill Bumgardner, Andrea Gibbs, Colleen Hindman, Hollianne Kanoski, Philip Livanos, James Steen, Sheila St. Jean, David Walden and Rachelle White. DivorceCare and DC4Kids will be offered twice a year at the Worthington SDA Church on Thursday evenings at 7:00-8:30pm.

Our Mother’s Room, located on the second floor, is a private place for mothers to go and take care of the needs of their baby. The room could use an additional glider/rocker and playpen. If you have one of these items and would be interested in donating, please call the church office, 885-7812.

Did You Know? We have a lending library full of books, bibles, commentaries, videos, studies and much more. There is no check-out system. Just browse the shelves, take what interests you, and return it when you are through. You will find these materials in the extra office of the admin wing. It is a little disorganized right now but you are still welcome to come and make your selections.

The Quiet Hour needs medical staff to help operate medical, dental and eye clinics in Peru, May 22-June 6, 2009 and in Jamaica, November 6-21, 2009. Please contact Charlene West at 1.800.900.9021, charlenw@thequiethour.org.

Youth Mission Adventure needs youth and supporting adults for one group to Nicaragua, March 19-29, 2009 and two groups to Fiji, July 30-August 9 and August 13-23, 2009. Projects include construction, evangelistic meetings and children’s programs. Medical staff is welcome. Please contact Charlene West at 1.800.900.9021, charlenw@thequiethour.org.

The Spotlight's on You!
Congratulations to Julie & Jeff Hume (Bonnie & David Abbott’s daughter) on the birth of their daughter, Hailey Lynn Hume. She was born last Saturday and weighed 5lbs. 2 ½ oz. Mom and baby (and dad!) are doing great. You can send your congrats to them at 5028 Strawberry Farms Blvd., Gahanna, 43230.

Project Sunshine Do you have a few extra minutes in your day? Here is a listing of some of our church members who need a little attention via calls, cards or visits. Remember, your name may be on this list one day!
MaryAnn Buckles. Please continue to keep MaryAnn in your prayers for her ongoing health concerns.
Maurice Bumgardner. Sunrise Assisted Living. 6525 N. High St. Worthington, Ohio 43085. 846-6500.

Joseph Horvath. Friendship Villiage Of Dublin, 6000 Riverside Dr. Room 15B, Dublin Ohio 43017.

Ken Crawford . The Laurels of Norworth. 6830 N. High St. 885-4553.

Mike Pioth. At Country View, 14961 N. Old 3C Hwy., Sunbury, OH 43074.

Myrna Duncan. At home. 372 Highland Way. Worthington, Ohio 43085. 614- 846-3529. Awaiting surgery scheduled for Oct. 13.

Archie Gates. At home recovery from heart surgery. 276 E. Stafford Ave. Worthington, Ohio 43085.

Ruth Chapin. At The Claremont Retirement Village, 7041 Bent Tree Blvd, Columbus OH 43235.

Vicki Hatch. At St. Ann’s recovering from surgery. 6494 Mount Royal Ave. Westerville, 43082.

Church Links:
www.bobmcghee.net This will link you to Pastor Bob’s website.
www.worthingtonsda.org This will link you to the church’s website.
www.worthingtonsda.blogspot.com This will link you to the newslog.
www.worthingtonadventistacademy.com This will link you to the school’s website.
www.worthingtonsslc.org This will link you to the daycare’s website.