Splashes from Bath a weekly e-newsletter from The Bath Church United Church of Christ No matter who you are, or where you are on life s journey, you are welcome here! Thursday, October 4, 2018 Today is Rev. Maureen Webber s Birthday! Happy Birthday, Maureen! FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5 9:00 a.m. BVS Monthly Meeting HR 5:00 p.m. Girl Scouts - #108 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6 8:00 a.m. Monthly Men s Breakfast COMMUNITY ROOM (this once) Our speaker is Everett Brandt who set the world record this summer by hiking the 1,440-mile Buckeye Trail in just 38 days - an average of about 39 miles per day. The trail essentially follows the perimeter of our State. Everett is a middle school music teacher who lives in Lakewood. He is also the nephew of George and Karen Brandt. Everett will share the stories of his experience, what he saw and who he met during this unique summer challenge. Coffee begins at 8:00; breakfast is served at 8:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Visitation for Marci Bidinger Bradley in the Narthex (Nora Houser s daughter) 12:00 p.m. Celebration of Life for Marci Bradley in the Sanctuary with Rev. Dan officiating. Luncheon following in Fellowship Hall. 2:00 p.m. Family Promise Box City Event at Firestone Stadium and promises lots of fun for the whole family including a kickball tournament, Akron Roller Derby races (Run with the Bulls), DJ, pizza, inflatables, raffle prizes, face painting and more. Folks wanting to stay the night at Firestone Stadium can either sleep in a box or in their car (new this year!). SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7 World Communion Sunday 8:30 a.m. Worship Service in the Sanctuary 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Confirmation Class begins in Room #108 9:45 a.m. New Member Class - Bridal Lounge #106 9:50 a.m. Sanguine Singers reh - #203
11:00 a.m. Worship Service in the Sanctuary 2:00 p.m. BSA Patrol Leader Council - CR 6:00 p.m. Cub Scout Committee meeting - CR 6:30 p.m. Youth Group Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-4; 2:5-12; John 17:20-23 Sermon: Rev. John Dorhauer, preaching Music: Come to the Table Chancel Choir; Tim Eck, Director Bread of the World Prime Time Chimes; Tim Eck, Director WE WELCOME THE REV. JOHN DORHAUER, author and theologian, who currently serves as ninth General Minister and President of the United Church of Christ. John is passionate about justice. Two statements that shape his theology are: God is love. God is just. Throughout his ministry, John has embodied the UCC s vision to create A just world for all. Along with his passion for justice, John loves baseball, music, literature and poetry. He and his wife, Mimi, have been married nearly 31 years and have three children. BATH CHURCH PHOTO DIRECTORY! We are creating a new photo directory to showcase our families and provide contact information. Photography will be handled at the church by Lifetouch photographers October 23-26 & November 7-10. Stop by the Welcome Desk in the Narthex beginning this Sunday to schedule your photo time! IN THE NARTHEX: FALL FESTIVAL SNEAK PEEK! Stop by the display in the Narthex and get a glimpse of what s in store for you at this year s Festival October 12 & 13! There are some amazing new features and you ll want to buy your Friday Community Dinner tickets NOW before they re sold out! FALL FESTIVAL DINNER TICKETS are on sale in the Narthex this Sunday and in the church office through Wednesday, October 10. BICENTENNIAL CHRISTMAS TREE ORNAMENTS of three different designs are available for purchase in the Narthex and feature the bicentennial logo designs of our own Marie Gentile and Wyatt Dakota. Perfect for mementoes of our Bicentennial celebrations, and for gifts for your family and friends of Bath Church, they can become part of your family's annual Christmas décor, and beautiful reminders of friends and fellowship at The Bath Church. FAMILY PROMISE GOLD STAR CHALLENGE! Bath Church is accepting the Family Promise Gold Star Challenge to raise $1,000+ by Tuesday, October 30th. TIME CAPSULE contents are on display from last week s Bicentennial Celebration! IMPORTANT ITEMS! For a complete list of meetings and activities check the Sunday Bulletin & Announcements and the monthly LINK newsletter. GLOBAL MINISTRIES PRAYER FOCUS: (The Bath Church is a Global Mission Church.) Prayers for Mexico: On this World Communion Sunday, oh God of love and mercy, may we open our hearts, not only, to the reality of your love for us as individuals beloved, but also, to your call to serve. As we come to your table to share this meal of bread and cup; open our
hearts, our minds, our arms to the life-giving ritual where everyone in welcome. Oh God of mercy and grace, open our eyes to the reality of service in your name is valuable even necessary as we seek to follow the teachings of Jesus. Oh God of Grace and wonder open paths before us, paths that lead us to see the value and dignity in those we serve more than seeking to be recognized for the service we offer. Oh God of wonder and mystery, touch our hearts anew with the spiritual truth that, as we celebrate this World Communion Sunday; not only do we share in communion meals around the world, but also, with the saints of old. May it be so, Amen. INTERESTED IN JOINING BATH CHURCH? New Member Orientation Classes will be held Sundays, October 7, 14 & 28 at 9:45 a.m. in the Bridal Lounge. New Members will join Sunday, November 4. YOUTH CONFIRMATION CLASSES begin this Sunday at 9:45 a.m. in Room 108. The classes are open to youth in 8th grade or above wishing to be confirmed on Sunday, May 5, 2019. The class is led by Rev. Doty: 330-666-3520 / ddoty@bathucc.org FALL APPEAL MISSION OFFERING was collected last Sunday and dedicated to support the United Church Homes Campaign for Abundant Life. If you missed it, no problem Mission giving envelopes are in each pew, in the Narthex, and simply make a notation on your check Fall Mission Appeal. United Church Homes operates a system of 70 senior living communities the closest one being the Chapel Hill Community in Canal Fulton. United Church Homes provides charitable care, affordable housing for seniors, and on-site pastoral/spiritual care. Thanks for your support! NEW WALL OF HONOR : As part of our church s Bicentennial, a Musicians Wall of Honor has been created along the hallway outside the Music Room (#203). Come and see those who have helped us learn more of God s Word through music over the first 200 years of our existence! WATERCOLOR CLASSES are being offered by Cathy Welner on Thursdays from 9-12:00 in the Community Room for all levels of artists! To join, contact the church office. WONDERFUL WEDNESDAYS have begun! Fellowship Supper is served 6:00-6:45 in Fellowship Hall. Adults are $5 / Kids eat FREE! Come enjoy a night out! 1:00 p.m. BIBLE STUDY: The Gospel of Matthew led by Rev. Dan in the Community Room. Books are available in the office for $10.00. 5:00 p.m. BOOK STUDY: Sacred Resistance: A Practical Guide to Christian Witness and Dissent led by Rev. Dan in Room #108. Books are available in the office for $10.00. 5:00 p.m. PRE-SCHOOL PALS with our Children s Ministry Director, Leah Duplaga in Rm. 204 5:00 p.m. CARD MINISTRY with Amy Doty in Rm. 109 making greeting cards. BATH CHURCH BABYSITTING DIRECTORY: Akron General Lifestyles facility in Bath is offering a basic skill class for babysitting. This class is available to those age 11 and up on Friday, October 12 (no school for Copley/Revere), from 9-4:00 p.m. Once you have completed the course you can be added to the NEW Bath Church Babysitting Directory. The directory will only be provided to Bath Church families and will only include Bath Church youth babysitters. The cost of the class is: $55 Lifestyle members; $75 guests. Contact Lifestyles to register. Questions? Contact Leah Duplaga, Children s Ministry Director: childmin@bathucc.org
HEY MAVIS: Thursday, October 18 from 7-9:00 p.m. at the First Congregational Church of Akron (292 E. Market Street, Akron). Including vocals, banjo, violin, bass & drums this Americana-folk band from Kent was formed by Laurie and Eddie Caner while serving as artistsin-residence in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Their latest project Silver Ribbon Dream: People & Stories of the Ohio & Erie Canal has received reviews ranging from unconventionally beautiful to startlingly original. Hey Mavis has produced 3 CDs; with some of the recording done here in our Sanctuary! TRUNK OR TREAT Sunday, October 21 from 4-6:00 p.m. Here s our chance to have some Halloween fun together! Have kids or grandkids? Dress them up and come have some safe family fun. Kids grown up? Come share in the fun!!! Grab a bag of candy, park your car, decorate your trunk and enjoy viewing all the great costumes and passing out candy. This event is open to all Bath Church members, young and young-at-heart. It s a great chance for us to have some fun together!!! THANKSGIVING PIE SALE! We will begin taking pie orders Sunday, October 21. Pie order deadline will be Sunday, November 4. Pie pick up will be Tuesday, November 20. All pies are frozen, ready to bake. All money raised will go towards our youth mission opportunities. SAVE THE DATE: Bath Church Dine Around Town will take place Friday, November 16. We will dine out in small groups (you pay your own tab) and meet at the church afterwards for dessert and fellowship. 8-10 Hosts will be making reservations for 8 at their restaurant of choice. Signup sheets will be posted in the Narthex for you to choose from a list of hosts/restaurants and select where to dine. You then meet at that restaurant at 6:00 p.m. and after dinner everyone meets at the church for dessert at 8:00! ACME COMMUNITY CASHBACK PROGRAM: Buy store brands at Acme and turn in your register receipts dated August 9 December 29. We earn 5% cashback! Collection boxes are in the coat rack area off the Narthex and in the church office. APOLLO S FIRE CHRISTMAS PERFORMANCE at Bath Church: Christmas on Sugarloaf Mountain will be performed Monday, December 10 at 7:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary. This concert is always sold out. To get the best seats, consider buying your tickets now. The people of the mountains welcome Christmas with Love, Singing, Dancing and Prayer. Tickets are $52, $39 and $26. $5 discount for seniors; children's tickets are $10. Call 800-314-2535 x 1 or go to ApollosFire.org where you ll find videos and samples of the music. There will also be two Section A tickets in the Fall Festival Silent Auction! It's a great show - and will sell out - so buy your tickets today! SPLASH CLASSIFIED ADS: Your Bath Church Mission Board has been a faithful supporter of the Battered Women s Shelter (now called the Center for Hope and Healing). They have an immediate staffing need that is causing them to be unable to prepare meals for their residents. This paid positon would include 24 hours of work weekly between the hours of 10:30 and 6:30 pm (covering lunch and dinner meals). Please respond with a resume or questions to Gretchenh@scmcbws.org. Your Mission Board appreciates your consideration.
Bath Church 200 th Anniversary Logo created by Wyatt Dakota SPLASH WORDS OF WISDOM: Love is forgiving and for giving. Use a credit card only if you can pay the bill in full at the end of the month. To belittle is to be little. ~ Life s Little Handbook of Wisdom by Bruce Bickey & Stan Jantz The Peace of Christ be with you! If you have any problems with this email, wish to subscribe/unsubscribe or wish to submit additional items to this FREE weekly e-newsletter, please email Barb Moore, Office Administrator: bathucc@bathucc.org