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Pastor Matthew S. Lash 6517 FinzelRd Whitehouse, OH 43571 419-877-0607 www.commofchrist.org pastormatt@commofchrist.

High -The Amazing Race (Biblical Version) APRIL 15 & 22 First Communion APRIL 17 7pm Council Meeting APRIL 17 6pm Outreach Committee Meeting APRIL 19 Spring Pastor s Bible Study Begins, TOO Busy NOT

Among the greatest gifts God placed so wonderfully in each one of our souls------the gift of H O P E. Hope for the moment. Hope for the hour. Hope for the day. Hope for the season. I love Hope.

I pray for H O P E in relationships. I have sat at the corner of Michigan and Trumbellin the snow. I have seen my team, the Detroit Tigers, take the field! I stood and screamed with glee for my team!

I believe You and I live each day---often feeling like we are 22 games out of first place. Life has disappointed us. We are anxious for the turmoil around us. Our job hangs by a thread of approval.

The grass looks green again. Our team looks good. The uniforms are fresh and crisp. The smell of ball park franks is in the air. We stand proudly for the National Anthem. And we have H O P E again!

1 Pastor Matthew S. Lash 6517 FinzelRd Whitehouse, OH APRIL 2018 CHURCH EVENTS APRIL 1 Festive Easter Day Sunrise Worship -6:45am Worship 8 & 10am APRIL 13 & 14 Food For Thought APRIL 14 Youth Event -All Jr & Sr. High -The Amazing Race (Biblical Version) APRIL 15 & 22 First Communion APRIL 17 7pm Council Meeting APRIL 17 6pm Outreach Committee Meeting APRIL 19 Spring Pastor s Bible Study Begins, TOO Busy NOT to Pray 1pm & 7pm APRIL 24 Last Confirmation Class APRIL 24 Ladies Night Out APRIL 29 Youth/Parent BIG STUF Meeting FROM THE PASTOR Home Opener There is something about the home opener! Among the greatest gifts God placed so wonderfully in each one of our souls------the gift of H O P E. Hope for the moment. Hope for the hour. Hope for the day. Hope for the season. I love Hope. I need Hope. I crave Hope. And not only for major league baseball teams----but for just about everything else in life. I look for H O P E in my work. I long for H O P E in the world. I pray for H O P E in relationships. I have sat at the corner of Michigan and Trumbellin the snow. I have seen my team, the Detroit Tigers, take the field! I stood and screamed with glee for my team! This is THE year! The Pennant is ours! World Series bound! Ohhhhsure they finished 22 games back last season--- but, no matter! I stood! I cheered! I believe You and I live each day---often feeling like we are 22 games out of first place. Life has disappointed us. We are anxious for the turmoil around us. Our job hangs by a thread of approval. Our family and marriage feels like it s on a losing streak. We wish we felt more positive. We long for days and experiences when H O P E will shine again! Well, just maybe----you need a home opener. The grass looks green again. Our team looks good. The uniforms are fresh and crisp. The smell of ball park franks is in the air. We stand proudly for the National Anthem. And we have H O P E again! Baseball is back! All seems right with the world! H O P E reigns eternal! H O P E is contagious. In all seriousness, perhaps it s not baseball. I would encourage you to find H O P E in regular worship. Bring new eyes and ears into the Lord s House on the weekend. Listen intently to the Word. Truly receive body and blood. Think the words you are speaking. Discover H O P E in prayer. Determine to begin your morning in prayer. Attend our Spring study on prayer there is H O P E with people who study God s Word. Take a spring walk--- pay attention to spring flowers, fresh air and let God s awesome creation announce H O P E to your soul. Or, just a hot dog with me at the ole ball park----let s share H O P E for a new season! On Easter evening, Jesus marched through the doors, proclaimed Peace be with you. The grass was green again. The Church felt alive again. H O P E was alive! Jesus is alive! We will WIN again! Pastor Matt

We know, by faith, that JOYcomes in the morning for all who walk through the darkest valley of the shadow of death.

2 WORSHIP I rejoice with those who said to me, Let us go to the house of the Lord! (Psalm 122: 1) WORSHIP LIFE in MARCH During the Lenten Season, we have focused on the long and painful journey from DEATH to RESURRECTION! We know, by faith, that JOYcomes in the morning for all who walk through the darkest valley of the shadow of death. Join us in April as we focus on JOY---the experience and encounter of the Risen Christ and an early Church that thrived on the good news of the living Christ! Join us throughout the Easter season and give thanks for the ACTS OF EASTER PEOPLE in the Bible--- Disciples who encounter the power and presence of the Risen Lord! Festive Easter Day! Saturday, March 31 Worship & Holy Communion 4:00 p.m. Message Living in the IN-BETWEEN. Sunday, April 1 Sunrise Interactive & Informal Worship 6:45 a.m. (fellowship hall) Festive Worship & Holy Communion 8:00 & 10:00 a.m. Easter Message Fooled by Fear?? Second Weekend of Easter Saturday, April 7 Worship & Holy Communion 4:00 p.m. Message Presider, Pastor Ron Heinz Sunday, April 8 Worship & Holy Communion 8:00 & 10:00 a.m. Fourth Weekend of Easter Saturday, April 21 Worship & Holy Communion 4:00 p.m. Message THE ACTS OF EASTER PEOPLE Calling us to account for Kindness?? Sunday, April 22 Worship & Holy Communion 8:00 & 10:00 a.m. Fifth Weekend of Easter Saturday, April 28 Worship & Holy Communion 4:00 p.m. Message THE ACTS OF EASTER PEOPLE Begin with Scripture Tell Good News! Sunday, April 29 Worship & Holy Communion 8:00 & 10:00 a.m. Third Weekend of Easter Saturday, April 14 Worship & Holy Communion 4:00 p.m. Message THE ACTS OF EASTER PEOPLE Why Do You Stare at Us?? Sunday, April 15 Worship & Holy Communion 8:00 & 10:00 a.m.

WORSHIP I rejoice with those who said to me, Let us go to the house of the Lord! (Psalm 122: 1) First Communion Sunday!

Pastor Matt. Students will commune on April 15 & 22.

Friendship Pad---Please pass it along! A great way to make a new friend!

You may update your address with our church office or indicate a prayer concern, or the desire for a pastoral visit.

Pass the pad! Thanks! Upcoming Worship Celebrations We are looking forward to a joyful Easter season at Community of Christ!

Pastor is with his family and grandchildren one week after Easter Sunday.

(10:00), Sunday, May 20 *Summer worship hours, Sunday, June 3 (Saturday: 4:00 p.m. & Sunday, 9:00 a.m.) EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 1 ST Three Celebrations of Jesus Resurrection!

3 WORSHIP I rejoice with those who said to me, Let us go to the house of the Lord! (Psalm 122: 1) First Communion Sunday! We will rejoice with those young people and their families who complete pre-communion instruction in the spring time with Pastor Matt. Students will commune on April 15 & 22. All family members, grandparents, baptismal sponsors are welcome to surround our students at the altar! Friendship Pad---Please pass it along! A great way to make a new friend! Please share the friendship pad each time you worship! You may update your address with our church office or indicate a prayer concern, or the desire for a pastoral visit. Visitors we would love to communicate a welcome to you! Please introduce yourself following worship on Sunday morning! Pass the pad! Thanks! Upcoming Worship Celebrations We are looking forward to a joyful Easter season at Community of Christ! Please mark these special celebrations on your church calendar; Grateful for Pastor Ron who will preside at worship while Pastor is with his family and grandchildren one week after Easter Sunday. Pastor Matt s Easter series beginning April 14/15 THE ACTS OF EASTER PEOPLE Mother s Day Worship, Sunday, May 13 Confirmation (10:00), Sunday, May 20 *Summer worship hours, Sunday, June 3 (Saturday: 4:00 p.m. & Sunday, 9:00 a.m.) EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 1 ST Three Celebrations of Jesus Resurrection! Easter Sunrise! 6:45 am Worship will be informal & interactive! Wake early, worship joyfully! _ Easter Celebration & Holy Communion! 8:00 am Our morning begins with the Gospel news, He is NOT here, He IS Risen!. Joyful hymns! Pastor s message! Holy Communion. Family Celebration & Holy Communion! 10:00 am Gospel news! Children s time with Pastor Matt. Festive Hymns! Join us!

Anyone interested in singing just come to

Encourage your child to bring a friend to

4 FROM THE MUSIC DIRECTOR CHOIRS AND YOU The Adult Choir and Bell Choir at Community of Christ Church are OPEN to new members so don t be shy! Anyone interested in singing just come to the Sanctuary on a Wednesday night at 7pm. And to ring bells meet us on Thursday night at 7:30pm. Contact Eric Dickey with any questions Prayers of the Church Weekly prayers will appear in the bulletin for weekend worship. We encourage you to remember the names listed in the bulletin with your morning and evening prayers. Our Children s Message will be shared on Sunday mornings at 10:00 a.m. Encourage your child to bring a friend to morning SONrise& the children s message! J _ Children & Students Acolyte & Crucifer Volunteers! Please sign up on the volunteer list to serve as acolytes and crucifers on Saturday or Sunday mornings!

PARISH EDUCATION They devoted themselves to the apostles teaching, to fellowship, to the breaking of bread (Acts 2:42) Confirmation Students Our Statement of Faith!

This statement of faith will be shared with their family and friends on Saturday, May 19. Blessings to all of our young people studying God s Holy Word!

Our six week Spring Bible study begins on Thursday, April 19th (1:00-2:15 p.m) We will offer an evening study from 7:00-8:15 p.m. Our theme will be based on PRAYER.

DVD messages with Pastor Hybels will also enhance our study! Please join us this spring as we find T I M E T O P R A Y!!! What a great opportunity to invite a friend! ALL ARE INVITED!

5 PARISH EDUCATION They devoted themselves to the apostles teaching, to fellowship, to the breaking of bread (Acts 2:42) Confirmation Students Our Statement of Faith! Our second year students are preparing for Affirmation of Baptism on Sunday, May 20 at 10:00 a.m. Each 2018 confirmation student will begin to prepare a two page paper based on a scripture verse of their choosing. This statement of faith will be shared with their family and friends on Saturday, May 19. Blessings to all of our young people studying God s Holy Word! LET US FILL THE SANCTUARY OF OUR LORD ON SUNDAY, MAY 20 TO ENCOURAGE ALL OUR YOUNG PEOPLE WHO AFFIRM THE FAITH! Pastor s Bible Study TOO BUSY NOT TO PRAY! Our six week Spring Bible study begins on Thursday, April 19th (1:00-2:15 p.m) We will offer an evening study from 7:00-8:15 p.m. Our theme will be based on PRAYER. We will enjoy a scripture based study on prayer. We will enjoy some of the most beautiful prayers in the scriptures! We will enjoy a twenty year Best seller, Too Busy Not To Prayby Pastor Bill Hybels. DVD messages with Pastor Hybels will also enhance our study! Please join us this spring as we find T I M E T O P R A Y!!! What a great opportunity to invite a friend! ALL ARE INVITED! Our class will conclude May 31. Martin Luther s Favorite Bible Book!! Pastor Matt leads a chapter by chapter study of Paul s letter to the Galatianson Sunday morning. Luther referred to Galatians as the Battle Cry of the Reformation. Our class meets in the library at 9:15 a.m. Our dates for class sessions in April include, April 15, April 22 and 29. Our class will conclude on Sunday, May 13. Plan to attend Adult Bible Study every Sunday! Bring your favorite Bible! SONriseon Sunday Mornings---Concludes April 29! We are grateful to our staff and students who have faithfully joined our NEW SONriseministries _ this year! Our Sunday SONriseministry concludes on Sunday, April 29 th. We will see you in the fall with more storytelling, activities, games, crafts and Krystal Bells!

YOUTH MINISTRIES Teach them to your children, to their children after them (Deuteronomy 4:9) Please

secretary@commofchrist.org. AMAZING RACE---BIBLE VERSION!

We will divide up into teams of Disciples ---the Peter team, the Mary team, the Thomas team and you

Our dinner location will be a surprise!!!. Bring a friend!

!! Big StufTeens & Parents An IMPORTANT FINALgathering for all students and Big Stufparents is

. We will discuss finances, transportation, medical concerns and rooming.

Thank you so much! Summer 2018 Includes Cedar Point!

6 YOUTH MINISTRIES Teach them to your children, to their children after them (Deuteronomy 4:9) Please sign up for upcoming winter events or contact Michelle and let her know you will be attending AMAZING RACE---BIBLE VERSION!!! Our very popular event has been schedule for Saturday, April 14 th at 6:00 p.m. We will divide up into teams of Disciples ---the Peter team, the Mary team, the Thomas team and you will be asked to solve clues and complete biblical activities! BRAND NEW THIS YEAR! Our dinner location will be a surprise!!!. Bring a friend! C mon, ALL TEENS Jr & SrHigh School students and friends are invited! It s gonnabe a blast!!! Big StufTeens & Parents An IMPORTANT FINALgathering for all students and Big Stufparents is planned for Sunday, April 29 th.. We will discuss finances, transportation, medical concerns and rooming. We would appreciation at least ONE PARENT attending. Please make every effort to adjust your schedule. Thank you so much! Summer 2018 Includes Cedar Point! This seems very early but never too early to plan! A sign up is posted for a summer adventure to Ohio s amazement park on Wednesday, June 27. All incoming and current junior high & High schoolers AND FRIENDS are invited to join Pastor Matt for a great summer day!!! WE WILL ENJOY LUNCH TOGETHER MID DAY! A great introduction to our youth group! We will need adult sponsors and drivers. Thank you!

OUTREACH Serve one another in love (Galatians 5:13) Welcome---New Beginnings! Pastor Matt is hosting a SPRING ORIENTATION FOR VISITORS on Sunday, May 6 at 11:15 a.m.! Pastor Matt will share a brief summary of our Lutheran confession and Christian faith.

An invitation towards congregational membership will be extended, however there is no obligation by attending. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2018! The dates are set!

!! ---a wet, watery Baptismal celebration! SET ASIDE THE DATES: JUNE 18-22.

We will be looking for adult leaders, story tellers, Bible Challenge staff, Music leaders, teen helpers, kitchen and snack assistance and much more!! Questions?

! Yep---we ve got it going this summer too! Vacation Bible School, Splash Canyon MON June 18-FRI June 22. Day Camp for 5 th & 6 th graders.

Volunteer Opportunity Family friendly volunteering April 13 & 14 with Food for Thought Join us! Email publicity@commofchrist.

April 13 -Friday Night Lunch Packing at 6pm -All are welcome Friday to the second Floor of the Trinity Episcopal Church for our weekly lunch packing.

7 OUTREACH Serve one another in love (Galatians 5:13) Welcome---New Beginnings! Pastor Matt is hosting a SPRING ORIENTATION FOR VISITORS on Sunday, May 6 at 11:15 a.m.! Pastor Matt will share a brief summary of our Lutheran confession and Christian faith. We will also share the Community of Christ Story and provide a tour of the facility. Call the church office if you are interested. An invitation towards congregational membership will be extended, however there is no obligation by attending. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2018! The dates are set! Fun is being planned! We are partnering with Zion United Methodist Church, Whitehouse! Our theme for the summer VBS is, Splash Canyon!!! ---a wet, watery Baptismal celebration! SET ASIDE THE DATES: JUNE Classes will be held for all children, and a day camp mini retreat will be held for all current 5 th -6 th graders with Pastor Matt! We will be looking for adult leaders, story tellers, Bible Challenge staff, Music leaders, teen helpers, kitchen and snack assistance and much more!! Questions? Contact Susan Nofzingeror the church office. Registrations opening SOON!!!! Act early miss the rush! LOOKING AHEAD SUMMER DATES!! Yep---we ve got it going this summer too! Vacation Bible School, Splash Canyon MON June 18-FRI June 22. Day Camp for 5 th & 6 th graders. BIG STUF CAMP, Sunday, June 10-Saturday, June 16. Cedar Point Adventure, Wednesday, June 27. Volunteer Opportunity Family friendly volunteering April 13 & 14 with Food for Thought Join us! publicity@commofchrist.orgto be added to the chain to arrange car pool rides. April 13 -Friday Night Lunch Packing at 6pm -All are welcome Friday to the second Floor of the Trinity Episcopal Church for our weekly lunch packing. Join us as we make 250 lunches for our weekly outreach. April 14 -Saturday Lunch Outreach at 10am -Join us Saturday as we distribute lunches on foot to folks in the downtown Toledo area! All are welcome, though we recommend that children under the age of 14 have adult supervision. Groups will be accompanied by experienced volunteer leads at all times. Food for Thought Trinity Episcopal Church 316 Adams St, Floor 2 Toledo, OH SIGN UP SHEET ON KIOSK - Any questions? Feel free to contact Sarah or Susan Nofzinger@

STEWARDSHIP For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. (Matthew 6:21) 2018 BUILDING AND GENERAL FUND ANALYSIS 2018 Building Loan Fund Income Expense Diff.

This spring, our congregation will begin with renovations to the windows above the fellowship hall. We have concerns with the roof that need to be addressed in the warmer months.

Your gifts to support our wonderful facility are deeply appreciated! Please keep these projects in your prayers. We Are Blessed!

During the month of April, we will be making plans to accomplish this obligation. We are blessed with a beautiful worship facility to enhance our outreach to the community.

If you ae interested in serving on this task force, please contact our Finance Committee Chairman, Don Schroeder @ 419-877-9303 or by email at: schroeded@gmail.com. Ladies Night Out!

8 STEWARDSHIP For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. (Matthew 6:21) 2018 BUILDING AND GENERAL FUND ANALYSIS 2018 Building Loan Fund Income Expense Diff. FEB $10,391 $12,563 ($2,172) YTD $20,496 $25,126 ($4,630) 2018 General Fund Income Expense Diff. FEB $33,088 $31,979 $1,109 YTD $66,100 $70,644 ($4,543) Spring Renovations to Begin! This spring, our congregation will begin with renovations to the windows above the fellowship hall. We have concerns with the roof that need to be addressed in the warmer months. Your generous extra measure of giving towards Property renovations assures us that we will have funding to meet expenses! Thank you so very much for being faithful stewards of our ministries. Your gifts to support our wonderful facility are deeply appreciated! Please keep these projects in your prayers. We Are Blessed! Upcoming Building Loan Fund Pledge Drive We are required to conduct a pledge drive for a 3-year promise to our Mortgage payments. Our current Building Fund commitments expire on May 31 st. During the month of April, we will be making plans to accomplish this obligation. We are blessed with a beautiful worship facility to enhance our outreach to the community. We welcome your input to share with our members in order to reach our goal. If you ae interested in serving on this task force, please contact our Finance Committee Chairman, Don or by at: schroeded@gmail.com. Ladies Night Out! April 24 6pm Champion Bar & Grille in Brandywine Country Club Tuesday night select from nine menu items for $10.99! Please sign up on the kiosk and indicate if you need a ride. Those needing a ride should be at the 5:30pm. All Ladies WELCOME! Questions?? Call Becky King SIMPLY GIVING A perfect and easy way to financially support your congregation. Please contact the church office for forms to direct funds and gifts directly from your checking account. The church and is mission is blessed by your gifts when you are unable to attend! Thank you!

CHURCH LIFE "For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them (Matthew 18:20). PHOTO DIRECTORY Grab a copy! Please pick up a copy our most recent pictorial directory!

We discuss new plans and business for the congregation each month. Pastor shares a written report of his activities in the last month.

Approved monthly minutes are available in the gathering area and on line (web site). Please pray for your church leaders! SYNC OUR CHURCH DIRECTORY to your Mobile Device.

9 CHURCH LIFE "For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them (Matthew 18:20). PHOTO DIRECTORY Grab a copy! Please pick up a copy our most recent pictorial directory! A great way to get to know names and faces! April 17 7pm Our Church Council meetson the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. (Adjusted in April). We discuss new plans and business for the congregation each month. Pastor shares a written report of his activities in the last month. Our Treasurer provides a detailed report of our income and spending and mission funds. ALL COUNCIL MEETINGS are open to members of the congregation. Approved monthly minutes are available in the gathering area and on line (web site). Please pray for your church leaders! SYNC OUR CHURCH DIRECTORY to your Mobile Device. COMMITTEE MEETINGS Circle the dates for future ministry planning. Growing & Learning Committee (Sunday School, Bible Study, Parish education) Aug13 Oct 29 Worship Committee (Planning & enhancing our worship life) May 7 Sep 10 Nov Go to your device s App store. 2. Search for Instant Church Directory. 3. Enter your as it s listed in our church directory. If not listed please publicity@commofchrist.orgto have your added. 4. Follow the directions on screen to complete the login process. Youth Committee (Children & Youth, teen activities & ministries) Aug 26 Oct 28 Outreach Committee (Welcome visitors, assimilating members, media, identity build) Apr 17 June 5 Aug 28 Oct 2

SYMPATHY, PRAYERS & THANKS Prayers of God s People Please remember the following members who are ill, shut in, or recently hospitalized: Cindy Wixey Care for Alzheimer s Norma Ruhe Shut in residing

Please remember them in your daily prayers. Thank you. Thank you to all Community of Christ friends for your cards, gifts of food and prayers while I recover from my broken ankle.

10 SYMPATHY, PRAYERS & THANKS Prayers of God s People Please remember the following members who are ill, shut in, or recently hospitalized: Cindy Wixey Care for Alzheimer s Norma Ruhe Shut in residing at Swan Creek (100 years old) Dana Chafin Recuperating from brain surgery Glenn & Rosa Lee Johnson Shut ins Elaine Hetherwick Broken ankle Mick Delas Rare blood disorder Norm Brettel Knee surgery Please remember them in your daily prayers. Thank you. Thank you to all Community of Christ friends for your cards, gifts of food and prayers while I recover from my broken ankle. I'm nearing recovery with physical therapy and I can walk! I appreciate all the warmth and love coming from my church family. Thank you. Elaine Hetherwick We extend our prayers and sympathy: The Family of Marjorie Fowler. The Family of Dennis Baden(Jeff Baden s Father). The Family of Colleen Fleck (Michele Babb s Mom). The Family of Carolyn Freimark(Kay Burdo ssister). The Family of Roger Dean (Dick Burdo s brother-in-law). May the Lord Bless you with His Peace. Pastor Matt and members of Community of Christ Lutheran, Thank you for your generous donation of $ to our Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund. We have been able to help many of our brothers and sisters in Christ in their time of need. Christ the Servant Lutheran Houston, Texas.

04/01 Austin Fry 04/01 Eunice Kronberg 04/01 Jay Hannan 04/01 Kristin Boehly 04/02 Harper Fry 04/02 Kristen Schuchmann 04/03 Alison Nutter 04/03

Malicoate 04/05/Wendy Serafin 04/06 Ashley Carman 04/06 Gene Phillips 04/06 Joanne Gottwald 04/07 Gary Wise 04/07 Pastor Ron Heinz 04/08 Brandyn

04/12 Nicholas Bertsch 04/13 Robin Fritz 04/14 Katie Pollock 04/15 Christopher Raker 04/16 Andrew Smigelski 04/16 Barb Metcalf 04/16 Kendall Mehl

Kerri Ohns 04/20 Matthew Yokum 04/20 Robert Keogh 04/22 Matt Dewitz 04/23 Patricia Campbell 04/24 Dennis Wixey 04/24 Kay Burdo 04/25 Dorothy Petrell

Sturgeon 04/29 Katie Bucher 04/29 Larry Whitcomb Jr.

11 04/01 Austin Fry 04/01 Eunice Kronberg 04/01 Jay Hannan 04/01 Kristin Boehly 04/02 Harper Fry 04/02 Kristen Schuchmann 04/03 Alison Nutter 04/03 Gregory Wobser 04/03 Matthew Smigelski 04/04 Clara Ollenrenshaw 04/04 Jason Baden 04/04 Karole Sigg 04/04 Thomas Abraham 04/05 Carl Brosten 04/05/Bill Malicoate 04/05/Wendy Serafin 04/06 Ashley Carman 04/06 Gene Phillips 04/06 Joanne Gottwald 04/07 Gary Wise 04/07 Pastor Ron Heinz 04/08 Brandyn Ortner 04/08 Hunter Ortner 04/08 Ron Hetherwick 04/08 Sharon Prueter 04/08 Tom Bertsch 04/08 Tyler Britsch 04/09 Karen Petrell 04/11 Alan Fuhrhop 04/12 Nicholas Bertsch 04/13 Robin Fritz 04/14 Katie Pollock 04/15 Christopher Raker 04/16 Andrew Smigelski 04/16 Barb Metcalf 04/16 Kendall Mehl 04/17 David Dressell 04/17 Stacie Phillips 04/18 Alex Swagler 04/19 Claire Baden 04/19 Elena Sokoloski 04/19 Will Happel III 04/20 Ed Karamol 04/20 Kerri Ohns 04/20 Matthew Yokum 04/20 Robert Keogh 04/22 Matt Dewitz 04/23 Patricia Campbell 04/24 Dennis Wixey 04/24 Kay Burdo 04/25 Dorothy Petrell 04/25 Emily Essig 04/25 Shirley Cofer 04/26 Amy Hannan 04/26 Marlene LaChine 04/27 Eleanor Gleason 04/27 Michelle Gebhart 04/28 Phil Haack 04/28 Win Sturgeon 04/29 Katie Bucher 04/29 Larry Whitcomb Jr. 04/29 Lisa Owens 04/29 Taylor Reid 04/30 Chris Rilling 04/30 Nicholas Kronmann 04/30 Zoe Winkelman 04/30 Betty Dick Community of Christ Book Club 2018 Selections April 17-Orphan Mother _ by Robert Hicks May 15-Killers of the Flower Moon by David Gran June 19-Dry by Jane Harper

NOTES & REMINDERS 4 th Sunday--- Clean & Feed!

Lutheran, Toledo & Whitehouse Food Pantry!

update our prayer concern list every two weeks.

If you would like to MAKE or RENEW your prayer request, please use the form available in the gathering area

12 NOTES & REMINDERS 4 th Sunday--- Clean & Feed! We will begin setting aside the fourth Sunday of the month for us to share love offerings with Salem Lutheran, Toledo & Whitehouse Food Pantry! Please bring bars of soap for Salem s neighborhood families and food for those who have needs here in Whitehouse. Baskets will be placed near the doors on Saturday/Sunday, APRIL 28 & 29 Thank you for your generous offering of support! Reminder ---Prayers of the Church In order that we keep our prayer concerns current and fresh in worship---we update our prayer concern list every two weeks. The concern you provide will be included in the prayers of the congregation for two weeks. If you would like to MAKE or RENEW your prayer request, please use the form available in the gathering area or contact the church office secretary@commofchrist.org. Thank you. Continue to pray for another! Would you like the NEWSLETTER in your mail box? Simply call the church office and we would be happy to send it to your mailbox! A limited number of newsletters are copied and available in the gathering area. The newsletter is always available on our web site, Church Calendar of Events Be sure to check out the church calendar for important dates for upcoming events at our website Our Church Office Hours will remain 8:30-3:30 pm (Monday through Friday). Our office manager, Michelle Gebhart, will be available during these hours. Michelle s hours have been increased to serve as Pastor s executive assistant eight hours a week secretary@commofchrist.org FinzelRd., Whitehouse, OH Like us on Facebook Community of Christ Lutheran Church Follow us on

FROM THE PASTOR. The Count-Down! Have you been to the movies lately?

FROM THE PASTOR. The Count-Down! Have you been to the movies lately? Pastor Matthew S. Lash 6517 FinzelRd Whitehouse, OH 43571 419-877-0607 www.commofchrist.org pastormatt@commofchrist.org AUGUST 2018 FROM THE PASTOR AUG 14 7pm ChurchCouncil AUG 19 Fall Worship Hours Saturday