In-Touch Newsletter of the Worthington Seventh-day Adventist Church        My Grace is Sufficient. II Cor. 12:9 May 6, 2010   This week: Sabbath, May 8, 2010. Pastor Bobby McGhee   Reminder: This Sabbath, May 8 is our monthly hospitality Luncheon following 2nd service. This month, a special invitation is made to all new members who have joined over the last several years.   Bob's Big Boys Softball team is back with their 1st ballgame Thursday, May 6 at 7:30pm, Perry Park diamond 1.    LOL with Pete McCloud – Join Pete, Sunday, May 9, at 6:00pm at the Worthington SDA Church. This special Mother's Day comedy program will delight and entertain the entire family. Give your mom exactly what she wants, an evening with YOU, laughing, sharing, and spending time together!   Coming in the weeks ahead:  INFORMATION REGARDING VI HARTMAN – A memorial service will be held to honor the life of Vi Whieldon Hartman on July 24, 2010 at 2:30 in the afternoon at the Worthington SDA Church. More details will emerge closer to the date.   Have you designated a Power of Attorney to take care of your affairs in case of an emergency? Do you know that a power of attorney may NOT be able to make healthcare or life and death decisions for you? You must have a Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare to do that! There is a huge legal difference. Come to the program where you will discover all necessary information regarding Advance Directives (estimated to last about 2 hours), on Sabbath afternoon May 15 at 3 pm in the fellowship hall. Any questions, contact Marge Hay @ 885-2993. TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR LIFE!   Health Food Cupboard May dates: times remain 2:00-4:00. Friday, May 7 & Sunday May 9 Friday, May 21 & Sunday May 23 **Open during constituency meeting, May 16 from 11:30-3:30**   Our choir will be performing their annual vespers concert on Saturday, May 22 at 6:00pm in the sanctuary. They will be singing some of the favorites from this past season's selections.   Do you know of a child who would like to attend Camp Mohaven this summer but is unable due to financial reasons? The Ohio Conference and Ohio churches have partnered together to provide the resources needed to send any child that desires the Camp Mohaven experience a chance to attend. It's easy to apply, all you need to do is call Laura in the church office with the name of the potential camper and I'll take care of the rest. This has been limited to five campers per church so we will disperse these scholarships on a first come, first served basis.   Towel & Toiletries Drive – This week begins our annual drive for toiletries for the men's shelter. We will be collecting through the month of May. Some items needed are: towels & wash clothes, toothbrush and toothpaste, deodorant and soap.   Come and celebrate the 90th birthday of Mary Essman! Her family will be hosting an open house on Saturday, May 8 from 3:00-6:00 at the home of her daughter, 6366 Mission Hills Dr., Westerville, OH 43082. Please call Margaret Hatch with questions; 614-746-7382. No gifts please!   We recently met a young lady who is new to the community. She has expressed an interest in the SDA church and has attended several in the area. She asked if we might check with our members to see if they would have any of the following items to donate. If you would like to donate something, please call the church office, 885-7812 to arrange the details. Thank you in advance. ) Car! - which I know will require a miracle, but God is able. 2) sofa and love seat, preferably a neutral color if possible. 3) small dinning table- black/ neutral wood color. 4) a coffee table with a few end tables 5) small lamp or tall one for living room. 6) area rugs 7) space heater 8) entertainment center or TV stand 9) clothing dressers with a mirror if possible   Growing Back to The Basics – A young adult retreat, presented by the Ohio Conference and Kettering SDA church, May 7th -9th at Camp Swoneky in Oregonia Ohio. The entire cost for the weekend is only $30! Elder Elliot Smith will be leading out in group worship. Weekend includes worship, break out sessions, social activities and nature time. Please call Pastor Elliot at 937-298-2167 or church.kettering@gmail.com for more info.   AROUND TOWN – St. John's Episciple Church (located at the corner of High St. & 161) has started a Friendship Dinner service. They are providing a FREE hot meal on the last Thursday of every month. The meal begins at 6:30 pm. This month they are serving spaghetti & meatballs, salad, rolls, drinks and dessert. This is available to anyone in need of a meal. Please spread the word!!

This week: Sabbath, May 1, 2010. Pastor Loren Seibold   HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ALL OUR MAY BIRTHDAYS! May God richly bless you in the year to come and beyond!   Join us for a baby shower for Amy & David Howard this Sunday, May 2 at 4:00pm in the garden room. They are having a girl and are registered at Baby's R Us.   Coming in the weeks ahead:  INFORMATION REGARDING VI HARTMAN – A memorial service will be held to honor the life of Vi Whieldon Hartman on July 24, 2010 at 2:30 in the afternoon at the Worthington SDA Church. More details will emerge closer to the date.   Reminder: Next Sabbath, May 8 is our monthly hospitality Luncheon following 2nd service. This month, a special invitation is made to all new members who have joined over the last several years.   Have you designated a Power of Attorney to take care of your affairs in case of an emergency? Do you know that a power of attorney may NOT be able to make healthcare or life and death decisions for you? You must have a Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare to do that! There is a huge legal difference. Come to the program where you will discover all necessary information regarding Advance Directives (estimated to last about 2 hours), on Sabbath afternoon May 15 at 3 pm in the fellowship hall. Any questions, contact Marge Hay @ 885-2993. TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR LIFE!   Health Food Cupboard May dates: times remain 2:00-4:00. Friday, May 7 & Sunday May 9 Friday, May 21 & Sunday May 23 **Open during constituency meeting, May 16 from 11:30-3:30**   Our choir will be performing their annual vespers concert on Saturday, May 22 at 6:00pm in the sanctuary. They will be singing some of the favorites from this past season's selections.   Do you know of a child who would like to attend Camp Mohaven this summer but is unable due to financial reasons? The Ohio Conference and Ohio churches have partnered together to provide the resources needed to send any child that desires the Camp Mohaven experience a chance to attend. It's easy to apply, all you need to do is call Laura in the church office with the name of the potential camper and I'll take care of the rest. This has been limited to five campers per church so we will disperse these scholarships on a first come, first served basis.   Towel & Toiletries Drive – This week begins our annual drive for toiletries for the men's shelter. We will be collecting through the month of May. Some items needed are: towels & wash clothes, toothbrush and toothpaste, deodorant and soap.   Come and celebrate the 90th birthday of Mary Essman! Her family will be hosting an open house on Saturday, May 8 from 3:00-6:00 at the home of her daughter, 6366 Mission Hills Dr., Westerville, OH 43082. Please call Margaret Hatch with questions; 614-746-7382. No gifts please!   We recently met a young lady who is new to the community. She has expressed an interest in the SDA church and has attended several in the area. She asked if we might check with our members to see if they would have any of the following items to donate. If you would like to donate something, please call the church office, 885-7812 to arrange the details. Thank you in advance. ) Car! - which I know will require a miracle, but God is able. 2) sofa and love seat, preferably a neutral color if possible. 3) small dinning table- black/ neutral wood color. 4) a coffee table with a few end tables 5) small lamp or tall one for living room. 6) area rugs 7) space heater 8) entertainment center or TV stand 9) clothing dressers with a mirror if possible   Growing Back to The Basics – A young adult retreat, presented by the Ohio Conference and Kettering SDA church, May 7th -9th at Camp Swoneky in Oregonia Ohio. The entire cost for the weekend is only $30! Elder Elliot Smith will be leading out in group worship. Weekend includes worship, break out sessions, social activities and nature time. Please call Pastor Elliot at 937-298-2167 or church.kettering@gmail.com for more info.   AROUND TOWN – St. John's Episciple Church (located at the corner of High St. & 161) has started a Friendship Dinner service. They are providing a FREE hot meal on the last Thursday of every month. The meal begins at 6:30 pm. This month they are serving spaghetti & meatballs, salad, rolls, drinks and dessert. This is available to anyone in need of a meal. Please spread the word!!  Bob's Big Boys Softball team is back with their 1st ballgame on May 6 at 7:30pm, Perry Park diamond 1.

This week: Sabbath, April 24, 2010. 1st Service, Pastor Bob McGhee – 2nd Service, Choir   Hey Kids! This week is Children's Church. Meet Pastor Bob in the fellowship hall at 11:15a.m. for a service designed just for you.   Elder's Meeting – THIS SABBATH at 2:30 pm in the garden room. These occasional meetings help clarify an elder's duties and help with the communication process.   Coming in the weeks ahead:  Health Food Cupboard April-May dates: times remain 2:00-4:00. Friday, April 23 & Sunday, April 25 Friday, May 7 & Sunday May 9 Friday, May 21 & Sunday May 23   Columbia Union Adventist Disaster Response training – The 1st of its kind training course is being offered to those interested in responding to those affected by natural and man-made disasters in a highly organized and documented program of the North American Division. This training will be held April 23-25, 2010 at the New Jersey Conference's Tranquil Valley Retreat in New Jersey. Full program details and registration are available at ww.plusline.org or 800-732-7587.   Take Charge of your life! Do you have advanced directives? A living will? YOU should be in charge of your life-sustaining decisions. Plan now to attend this important informative session on Sabbath afternoon, May 15 at 3:00pm in the fellowship hall. You will not only receive information, but will have the opportunity to complete the forms and have them notarized. Save this date, May 15, 3:00pm. Call Marge Hay with questions, (614) 885-2993.   Do you know of a child who would like to attend Camp Mohaven this summer but is unable due to financial reasons? The Ohio Conference and Ohio churches have partnered together to provide the resources needed to send any child that desires the Camp Mohaven experience a chance to attend. It's easy to apply, all you need to do is call Laura in the church office with the name of the potential camper and I'll take care of the rest. This has been limited to five campers per church so we will disperse these scholarships on a first come, first served basis.   For Sale: One queen sized bed with frame, box spring and mattress, $200. One color t.v. for $220. If you are interested, call Renee Pantangco at 614-203-6299.   We recently met a young lady who is new to the community. She has expressed an interest in the SDA church and has attended several in the area. She asked if we might check with our members to see if they would have any of the following items to donate. If you would like to donate something, please call the church office, 885-7812 to arrange the details. Thank you in advance. ) Car! - which I know will require a miracle, but God is able. 2) sofa and love seat, preferably a neutral color if possible. 3) small dinning table- black/ neutral wood color. 4) a coffee table with a few end tables 5) small lamp or tall one for living room. 6) area rugs 7) space heater 8) entertainment center or TV stand 9) clothing dressers with a mirror if possible   Join us for a baby shower for Amy & David Howard on Sunday, May 2 at 4:00pm in the garden room. They are registered at Baby's R Us.   Growing Back to The Basics – A young adult retreat, presented by the Ohio Conference and Kettering SDA church, May 7th -9th at Camp Swoneky in Oregonia Ohio. The entire cost for the weekend is only $30! Elder Elliot Smith will be leading out in group worship. Weekend includes worship, break out sessions, social activities and nature time. Please call Pastor Elliot at 937-298-2167 or church.kettering@gmail.com for more info.   2010 Service Day sponsored by Leadership Worthington, Saturday, May 1, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm.   Can we help you?  Service Day volunteers help senior citizens and residents in need, living within the Worthington School District, with chores such as inside/outside clean up, running errands for shut-ins, and light landscaping such as weeding, planting flowers or spreading mulch. Are you looking for an opportunity to help others?  Team with fellow congregation members, your youth group, your family, or come by yourself.  Youth volunteers are to be accompanied by adults. Volunteers will meet at Kilbourne Middle School @ 50 E. Dublin-Granville Road.  Breakfast ( 8:00 – 9:00 am ) and T-Shirts provided   If we can help you, or for more information on volunteering - contact: Joan Bird at Leadership Worthington, 614-883-3057 or ExecDir@LeadershipWorthington.org.