Sabbath, August 29: Chef Mark Anthony.   Join Chef Anthony on Sunday, August 30 at 1:00pm in the fellowship hall for a homemade meal and some cooking tips. He'll be sharing vegan recipes and answering all of your questions on vegetarian cooking. This event is free, but will accept donations on Mr. Anthony's behalf.   Don't miss the Pathfinders presentation of their time at the 2009 International Pathfinder Camporee in Osh Kosh at both services this Sabbath.   Join friends and family of Ally Covurrubias for a bridal shower on Sunday, August 30 at 6:30p.m. in the garden room.   Coming in the weeks ahead:  Can you help? Long time church member Jeannie Gordy is moving! She has lived in the apartment right next to the Griswold church for 29 years. The steps leading up to her 2nd story apartment have become a danger to her so Jeannie is moving to a ground level, efficiency apartment on Stafford St. She needs some strong men (or women) to help her move. Please be at Jeannie's, 848 ½ Griswold St., Friday, August 28 at 1:00pm.   Singles Activities for August Saturday, August 29th, Highbanks Walk. Meet at Nature Center.   Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage – WSDAC will host this video marriage seminar beginning Thursday, September 17 and will run for seven consecutive weeks. If you would like to participate, please call the church office to register. This seminar is FREE!   Choir Members: The new choir season will begin with rehearsals on Friday, Sept 18 at 7:00p.m. We are seeking new members and ask that anyone interested in joining the choir call George Gibbs at 848-8654 or Carolyn Sowards at 882-0705. New members are asked to meet at 6:45 in the rehearsal room.   Mark your calendar's for a baby shower for Jennifer (Abbott) Roush as she and Steve prepare for the arrival of a healthy baby girl. Please join us on Monday, September 14 at 6:30pm in the garden room.

Coming this week: Sabbath, August 22: Pastor Bob WAA Teacher/school dedication Sabbath.   Sabbath evening, you are invited to a concert at 5:45 with Larry Blackwell in the sanctuary. Larry has been singing in Ohio since his high school days at MVA. He has a rich tenor voice and is sure to bless you with his music.   Please Note: The WAA School dedication service will take place DURING the Sabbath worship service. They will not host a separate, evening event.   Young married couples/families are invited to a getting-to-know-you potluck this Sabbath, August 22 following the 2nd service at Sharon Woods. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet other young couples in the Worthington church. E-mail Tish Randal with questions, tisha23@hotmail.com. Rain location is the fellowship hall.   Adventurer Club Members: We hope you had a great summer and are ready to resume our Club meetings.  This year we are planning lots of fun activities while growing closer to Jesus! Our first meeting is scheduled for Sunday, August 23at 10:00am. Anyone interested in joining the Worthington Adventurer Club is encouraged to attend. See you there!   Attention Personal Ministries Committee – Please plan on meeting Tuesday, August 25 at 7:00pm in the church. Call Mark Feldbush at (614) 406-1214 with questions.   Coming in the weeks ahead:  Sabbath, August 29 Chef Mark Anthony, 3ABN guest speaker, will be here to share his testimony at both worship services. Then, on Sunday at 1:00pm in the fellowship hall, he will present his live vegetarian cooking show for which he is widely known. He'll be sharing vegan recipes and answering all of your questions on vegetarian cooking. This event is free, but we encourage donations to help Mr. Anthony pay for his travel and food expenses. And as you know, vegetarian cooking doesn't come cheap!   Can you help? Long time church member Jeannie Gordy is moving! She has lived in the apartment right next to the Griswold church for 29 years. The steps leading up to her 2nd story apartment have become a danger to her so Jeannie is moving to a ground level, efficiency apartment on Stafford St. She needs some strong men (or women) to help her move. She also needs a truck. There isn't much to move but it has to go down a flight of exterior steps. Moving begins Thursday, August 27 when we'll move items not going to the new apartment down to the curb. Then more moving on Friday, August 28. You can call Jeannie (436-7367) to coordinate times.   Looking for quality Christian child care/preschool?  The Worthington SDA Church owns and operates Stepping Stones Learning Center (SSLC) located on the Worthington Adventist Academy (WAA) campus.  This Step Up to Quality rated facility provides care for children 6 weeks through pre-kindergarten.  We also provide before and after school care for students attending WAA.  SSLC is open from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.  Call 614-885-6656 or check out our website at worthingtonsslc.org.  Look for our current enrollment special coupon.   Ladies, it's not too late! Send in your application now to attend the Ohio Women's Retreat the weekend of September 18-20, featuring speaker Alicia Patterson. Revitalize your life with seminars and resources that will help keep the retreat experience alive all year. Applications and information are available online at: www.ohioadventist.org.   Singles Activities for August Saturday, August 29th, Highbanks Walk. Meet at Nature Center.   Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage – WSDAC will host this video marriage seminar beginning Thursday, September 17 and will run for seven consecutive weeks. If you would like to participate, please call the church office to register. This seminar is FREE!   Can you help meet this need? We have a new family in the church that has made their way to Ohio. Because of your previous generosity, we thought you wouldn't mind our asking for a few used items. They need most major appliances; washer/dryer, refrigerator, electric stove. They could also use some furniture; couch, chairs, kitchen table. No beds needed. If you have any of these items to donate, call the church, 885-7812 or Pastor Bob, 439-0818. You can even get free pick-up of your donated item from Pastor Bob! Thank you in advance!   Choir Members: The new choir season will begin with rehearsals on Friday, Sept 18 at 7:00p.m. We are seeking new members and ask that anyone interested in joining the choir call George Gibbs at 848-8654 or Carolyn Sowards at 882-0705. New members are asked to meet at 6:45 in the rehearsal room.   Health Food Cupboard August dates: (times remain 2:00-4:00) Friday, August 7 & Sunday, August 9. Friday, August 21 & Sunday, August 23.

Sabbath, August 15 Pastor Bob McGhee: There's Still Time Pastor Bob says this message is the perfect opportunity to share with people who are discouraged or who have fear regarding last day issues.   Worthington Adventist Academy begins, Tuesday, August 18!!   Coming in the weeks ahead:  Next Sabbath, August 22 is WAA teacher/school dedication Sabbath. Our 1st and 2nd services will be led by WAA staff and students. We will then have a special vesper concert performed by Larry Blackwell at 5:45 in the sanctuary. Following the concert, we'll head over to WAA for a school dedication.   Larry Blackwell, a well known Ohio musician who graduated from MVA will perform at a special vespers concert on August 22nd at 5:45 in the evening. The school dedication will follow at 7:00.   Sabbath, August 29 Chef Mark Anthony, 3ABN guest speaker, will be here to share his testimony at both worship services. Then, on Sunday at 1:00pm in the fellowship hall, he will present his live vegetarian cooking show for which he is widely known. He'll be sharing vegan recipes and answering all of your questions on vegetarian cooking. This event is free, but we encourage donations to help Mr. Anthony pay for his travel and food expenses. And as you know, vegetarian cooking doesn't come cheap!   Looking for quality Christian child care/preschool?  The Worthington SDA Church owns and operates Stepping Stones Learning Center (SSLC) located on the Worthington Adventist Academy (WAA) campus.  This Step Up to Quality rated facility provides care for children 6 weeks through pre-kindergarten.  We also provide before and after school care for students attending WAA.  SSLC is open from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.  Call 614-885-6656 or check out our website at worthingtonsslc.org.  Look for our current enrollment special coupon.   Ladies, it's not too late! Send in your application now to attend the Ohio Women's Retreat the weekend of September 18-20, featuring speaker Alicia Patterson. Revitalize your life with seminars and resources that will help keep the retreat experience alive all year. Applications and information are available online at: www.ohioadventist.org.   MaryAnn Buckles would like to thank her church family for the many cards and visits that uplifted her during her convalescence. She is also grateful to all who are renovating her home, making it a safe place for her to live. She is so glad to be home and thanks you all for your continued support.   LeRoy & Diana Bennett thank you for your thoughts and prayers of sympathy at the loss of Diana's mother.   Singles Activities for August Sunday, August 16th, Pool Party @ Holli's 12:00 - 6:00.  Saturday, August 29th, Highbanks Walk. Meet at Nature Center.   Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage – WSDAC will host this video marriage seminar beginning Thursday, September 17 and will run for seven consecutive weeks. If you would like to participate, please call the church office to register. This seminar is FREE!   Can you help meet this need? We have a new family in the church that has made their way to Ohio. Because of your previous generosity, we thought you wouldn't mind our asking for a few used items. They need most major appliances; washer/dryer, refrigerator, electric stove. They could also use some furniture; couch, chairs, kitchen table. No beds needed. If you have any of these items to donate, call the church, 885-7812 or Pastor Bob, 439-0818. You can even get free pick-up of your donated item from Pastor Bob! Thank you in advance!   Choir Members: The new choir season will begin with rehearsals on Friday, Sept 18 at 7:00p.m. We are seeking new members and ask that anyone interested in joining the choir call George Gibbs at 848-8654 or Carolyn Sowards at 882-0705. New members are asked to meet at 6:45 in the rehearsal room.   Young married couples/families are invited to a getting-to-know-you potluck on Sabbath, August 22 following the 2nd service at Sharon Woods. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet other young couples in the Worthington church. E-mail Tish Randal with questions, tisha23@hotmail.com. Rain location is the fellowship hall.   Health Food Cupboard August dates: (times remain 2:00-4:00) Friday, August 7 & Sunday, August 9. Friday, August 21 & Sunday, August 23.