In-Touch Newsletter of the Worthington Seventh-day Adventist Church        My Grace is Sufficient. II Cor. 12:9 October 22, 2009   This week: Sabbath, October 24, 2009 - Pastor Loren Seibold.   Children's Church this Sabbath – Meet Pastor Bob & Friends up in the Primary SS room at 11:15 for a service designed just for you!   This Sabbath is our ARC Blood Drive. If you would like to be a donor, please join us in the Fellowship hall and we'll get you worked in to the schedule.   Have you hugged a pastor today? October is national clergy appreciation month! Spread the love and let your pastor's know that you care!   Coming in the weeks ahead:  Changes for this Newsletter! Thanks to Johnny Chuah, we are now able to post pictures to this Newsletter! It will be fun and helpful in our attempt to keep you informed. Your computer may be set so that it doesn't display pictures. Right now, you should be able to see a picture of the church at the top of the page. If instead, you see a box with an X in it, that means your computer has blocked the display of this picture. Adjust your computer to allow images and enjoy !   Operation Christmas Child is underway! We are collecting shoe boxes full of children's items to be shipped all over the world by Samaritan's Purse ministry. It is fun, easy and a great activity for your entire family. Guidelines on how to pack a shoebox are available at the church or visit http://www.samaritanspurse.org/index.php/OCC/Pack_A_Shoe_Box/ to learn how.   CALENDAR SALE:  Worthington Adventist Academy will be selling 2010 Appointment Calendars. This has been an annual tradition and many customers look forward to purchasing these beautiful, high-quality calendars each year.  These calendars feature stunning photography and scripture from the New International Version of the Bible with ample space to write appointments or special events. These calendars sell for $10.00 each.  If you would like to support the school by purchasing a calendar, please turn in your money in a tithe envelope or call the school office at 614-885-9525.    Thank you for your support.   WAA Fall Fest: Worthington Adventist Academy would like to invite their Church Family to attend the school's annual Fall Festival. Mark your calendars now for the Fall Fest to be held on November 7 at 6:45pm in the activities center. There will be plenty of games, activities, food, prizes and fun for the whole family!   Allan Buller will be guest speaker at this year's Worthington Mayor's Annual Prayer Breakfast, held at 7:30am on October 29. The topic for Allan's talk is "My Journey in Faith." The breakfast will be at the Worthington Holiday Inn, N. High St. and is open to the public. Tickets can be purchased through Barbara Madison, 614-798-9762 for $25.   McGhee Harvest Celebration & Costume Party! Cradle Roll and Kindergarten families are invited to the McGhee's on Saturday, Oct. 31 from 6:00-8:00pm, 2475 Slateshire Dr. Dublin, OH 43016 for a fun evening! Veggie & beef hotdogs provided. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share.   Jaime Jorge, violin virtuoso, will be performing and giving his unique testimony on Sabbath, November 7. Jaime has played in a multitude of settings from high school auditoriums to Carnegie Hall. He has played on five continents and over 35 countries. Be sure to experience the power of both his music and personal story!   The Worthington Seventh-Day Adventist Church will be hosting Life Line Screening on 12/9/2009.  These health screenings will be offered for people 40-years-old and older. The vascular screenings are performed using Doppler color flow ultrasound systems and include the following: 1) A Carotid Artery Screening –visualizes the build up of plaque in the carotid arteries, which leads to stroke. (Most strokes are linked to carotid artery blockage) 2) An Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) test – looks for an enlargement in the abdominal aorta that could lead to a ruptured aortic artery. The vast majority of people who have an aneurysm have no symptoms. 3) An Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) – screens for peripheral arterial disease in the lower extremities, which is closely linked to coronary artery disease. 4) Bone density screening, which tests for the early signs of osteoporosis. 5) Atrial Fibrillation (Afib) – A test to measure irregular heart beat. Atrial Fibrillation increases the risk of stroke 5 times. 6) Complete Lipid panel, Glucose and C-Reactive Protein blood tests are also available for $99.00. ($70 when combined with tests 1-5 above) These blood tests require an eight hour fast. You must pre-register by calling 1-888-653-6441. These screenings are completely painless, non-invasive, and affordable. The cost for all four vascular screenings is $139.00.  10 minutes could save your life!

Coming this week: Sabbath, October 17, 2009 - Pastor Joedy Melashenko - It All Goes Back in the Box.   MELASHANKOS IN CONCERT THIS SABBATH EVENING! Join us at 6:30pm this Sabbath for a vesper concert of smooth gospel music, heart warming testimonies and some good old fashioned fellowship. Following the concert our Pathfinder Club will be raffling the wall hanging portrait of Jesus, painted by Mark Anthony during his recent visit. You won't want to miss the blessing of this concert or the opportunity to fellowship afterwards, courtesy of our Pathfinder club.   Have you hugged a pastor today? October is national clergy appreciation month! Spread the love and let your pastor's know that you care!   Coming in the weeks ahead:  Changes for this Newsletter! Thanks to Johnny Chuah, we are now able to post pictures to this Newsletter! It will be fun and helpful in our attempt to keep you informed. Your computer may be set so that it doesn't display pictures. Right now, you should be able to see a picture of the church at the top of the page. If instead, you see a box with an X in it, that means your computer has blocked the display of this picture. Adjust your computer to allow images and enjoy !   Adventist Basics Class – Pastor Seibold will conduct an Adventist Basics Class this Sabbath at 2:00 in the garden room. This class is for anyone who wants to learn more about the Adventist Faith.   Next week is our ARC Blood Drive.  Please register to donate by calling 1-800-give life (4483-5433) or sign up on the schedule in the Narthex.  We could use baked good too!!!   The Gates Family send their thanks to all who visited Archie, sent cards and said prayers. He is feeling much better.   Operation Christmas Child is underway! We are collecting shoe boxes full of children's items to be shipped all over the world by Samaritan's Purse ministry. It is fun, easy and a great activity for your entire family. Guidelines on how to pack a shoebox are available at the church or visit http://www.samaritanspurse.org/index.php/OCC/Pack_A_Shoe_Box/ to learn how.   CALENDAR SALE:  Worthington Adventist Academy will be selling 2010 Appointment Calendars. This has been an annual tradition and many customers look forward to purchasing these beautiful, high-quality calendars each year.  These calendars feature stunning photography and scripture from the New International Version of the Bible with ample space to write appointments or special events. These calendars sell for $10.00 each.  If you would like to support the school by purchasing a calendar, please turn in your money in a tithe envelope or call the school office at 614-885-9525.    Thank you for your support.   GOT BOX TOPS?  Do you collect Box Tops?  Worthington Adventist Academy does!  This is an easy way to earn money for our school.  Just clip those Box Tops and drop them by the church or school office at your convenience.  Thanks!    WAA Fall Fest: Worthington Adventist Academy would like to invite their Church Family to attend the school's annual Fall Festival. Mark your calendars now for the Fall Fest to be held on November 7 at 6:45pm in the activities center. There will be plenty of games, activities, food, prizes and fun for the whole family!   Allan Buller will be guest speaker at this year's Worthington Mayor's Annual Prayer Breakfast, held at 7:30am on October 29. The topic for Allan's talk is "My Journey in Faith." The breakfast will be at the Worthington Holiday Inn, N. High St. and is open to the public. Tickets can be purchased through Barbara Madison, 614-798-9762 for $25.   The Worthington Seventh-Day Adventist Church will be hosting Life Line Screening on 12/9/2009.  These health screenings will be offered for people 40-years-old and older. The vascular screenings are performed using Doppler color flow ultrasound systems and include the following: 1) A Carotid Artery Screening –visualizes the build up of plaque in the carotid arteries, which leads to stroke. (Most strokes are linked to carotid artery blockage) 2) An Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) test – looks for an enlargement in the abdominal aorta that could lead to a ruptured aortic artery. The vast majority of people who have an aneurysm have no symptoms. 3) An Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) – screens for peripheral arterial disease in the lower extremities, which is closely linked to coronary artery disease. 4) Bone density screening, which tests for the early signs of osteoporosis. 5) Atrial Fibrillation (Afib) – A test to measure irregular heart beat. Atrial Fibrillation increases the risk of stroke 5 times. 6) Complete Lipid panel, Glucose and C-Reactive Protein blood tests are also available for $99.00. ($70 when combined with tests 1-5 above) These blood tests require an eight hour fast. You must pre-register by calling 1-888-653-6441. These screenings are completely painless, non-invasive, and affordable. The cost for all four vascular screenings is $139.00.  10 minutes could save your life!

Coming this week:

Sabbath worship for October 10, 2009

1^st service: Pastor Bob & Grace Notes.

2^nd service: Pastor Kristopher Zygowiec from Ontario Conference - Of Such is the Kingdom of Heaven.

 

Happy Birthday to everyone born in the month of October! May God richly bless you in the year to come.

 

Have you hugged a pastor today? October is national clergy appreciation month! Spread the love and let your pastor's know that you care!

 

REMINDER: This is the 2^nd Sabbath of the month which means we are hosting an all church fellowship luncheon. Our luncheons are especially good because of the many wonderful cooks we have in our congregation! Please bring and entrée and dessert or salad to share.

 

A note from the Thorwards: "Frances and I arrived safe and sound and are happily house hunting to find really comfortable guest quarters for you. Thank you all for the kind words and cheerful blessings as we left for Texas and Alaska.  You will always be family.  Watch our kids and keep them 'growing' under your spiritual fellowship and guidance."

"Come visit us soon.  We hope to visit again in Worthington before too long."

 

S R & Frances Thorward
Haa Toowoo Naakw Hit
222Tongass Drive
Sitka, Alaska 99835
907 966 8611

thorwards@aol.com

 

Coming in the weeks ahead: 

Upcoming Sabbath Events:

October 17 – Melashanko Family Singers at both services

                    Melashanko Family Singers vespers concert, 6:30pm

October 24 – ARC Blood Drive

November 7 – Jaime Jorge in concert during the worship hour

                        WAA Fall Festival

 

Please pray for Jennifer (Abbott) & Steve Roush and their newborn daughter Kaitlyn Diane, born September 29, 2009. Kaitlyn remains in the hospital with spinal meningitis. Your encouraging words can be sent to 3402 Drummond Road, Toledo, OH 43606.

 

Teen Girls Conference – October 16-18, 2009. A weekend event planned especially for girls 13-18 years old, giving them an opportunity for deeper and more meaningful connections with God, themselves and others. Sponsor a teen that you know! For more information go to www.gtcawakeninghearts.com or call Rose Hofacker at 614-738-8152.

 

Would you be willing to make some "goodies" for our upcoming October 24^th blood drive? If you are anything like me (terrified of needles!) and want to help but are unsure how, donate your homemade "goodies" instead of blood!  If you are able to donate, please call the church office and talk to Laura!

 

Get ready for Operation Christmas Child! Church and School will soon be collecting shoe boxes full of children's items to be shipped all over the world by Samaritan's Purse ministry. Please watch your bulletin for info and deadlines.

 

CALENDAR SALE:  Worthington Adventist Academy will be selling 2010 Appointment Calendars. This has been an annual tradition and many customers look forward to purchasing these beautiful, high-quality calendars each year.  These calendars feature stunning photography and scripture from the New International Version of the Bible with ample space to write appointments or special events. These calendars sell for $10.00 each.  If you would like to support the school by purchasing a calendar, please turn in your money in a tithe envelope or call the school office at 614-885-9525.    Thank you for your support.

 

GOT BOX TOPS?  Do you collect Box Tops?  Worthington Adventist Academy does!  This is an easy way to earn money for our school.  Just clip those Box Tops and drop them by the church or school office at your convenience.  Thanks! 

 

WAA Fall Fest: Worthington Adventist Academy would like to invite their Church Family to attend the school's annual Fall Festival. Mark your calendars now for the Fall Fest to be held on November 7 at 6:45pm in the activities center. There will be plenty of games, activities, food, prizes and fun for the whole family!

 

The Worthington Seventh-Day Adventist Church will be hosting Life Line Screening on 12/9/2009.  These health screenings will be offered for people 40-years-old and older. The vascular screenings are performed using Doppler color flow ultrasound systems and include the following:

1) A Carotid Artery Screening –visualizes the build up of plaque in the carotid arteries, which leads to stroke. (Most strokes are linked to carotid artery blockage)

2) An Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) test – looks for an enlargement in the abdominal aorta that could lead to a ruptured aortic artery. The vast majority of people who have an aneurysm have no symptoms.

3) An Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) – screens for peripheral arterial disease in the lower extremities, which is closely linked to coronary artery disease.

4) Bone density screening, which tests for the early signs of osteoporosis.

5) Atrial Fibrillation (Afib) – A test to measure irregular heart beat. Atrial Fibrillation increases the risk of stroke 5 times.

6) Complete Lipid panel, Glucose and C-Reactive Protein blood tests are also available for $99.00. ($70 when combined with tests 1-5 above) These blood tests require an eight hour fast.

You must pre-register by calling 1-888-653-6441. These screenings are completely painless, non-invasive, and affordable. The cost for all four vascular screenings is $139.00.  10 minutes could save your life!