TheAdvenChur July/August 2008
This coming weekend, July 4–6, Villisca is throwing a community party in
celebration of its 150th birthday. There are many activities and
programs this weekend—too many to list here, but there are posters
around town, and a full-page ad in the newspaper which list everything
you can be a part of and enjoy.
One of the happenings is a parade which begins at 10:00 am at the
Enarson School building and traveling to the downtown area. Since the
Villisca Advent Christian Church has been part of Villisca’s heritage
for over 120 years (since 1885) it is only fitting that we take part in
the festivities. Jessica Skipworth is heading up a group to decorate the
float and if you would like to be a part of this activity, you can talk
to her about what you can do.
Everyone needs to be part of this weekend celebration—maybe this is your
task.
And after the parade, stop by the Walking Taco food stand that is being
manned by The ROCK. There are several other places you can eat, but why
not stop by and support our youth group. AND when you do, you’ll get a
free bottle of water, which might taste really good on a July afternoon!
It’s that time of year again, time for our Seniors and Juniors to go
south!
Senior camp begins on Sunday afternoon, July 6 and ends on Saturday July
12 and Junior camp begins on Sunday, July 13 and ends on Saturday, July
19. Several of our teens and younger children have registered to go.
This year senior camp costs $100 and junior costs $75. The church has
agreed to pay $50 scholarships to each child who attends (and full
scholarships are available for those who want to go but do not have the
money). All of these funds come out of the church’s general fund
checking account, except for those monies which were earned by The ROCK
at their Father’s Day BBQ in June.
Not only does the church pay these camping scholarships, but it also
rents a 15-passenger van for transporting them to the camp, plus pays
for the gasoline. This requires three trips to central Missouri
(approximately 350 miles one way) to accomplish this, so it is no small
task, and definitely in these days of high gas prices, no small cost.
Many thanks are due to Don and Kathy Myers, Ardis Schut, and Roxanna
Sieber for volunteering to be transportation drivers for the three
weekends.
If you would like to help the church with these scholarships and camping
expenses, it would be greatly appreciated. Simply make a check to the
church and on the memo line write “Camp.” God will bless you as you do
this in service to Him.
The June monthly church board meeting was convened on Wednesday, June 25
with only 9 members present. To be able to vote on any issues, a minimum
of 12 people need to attend. Since that was not the case, some items
were discussed but no action could be taken.
The group did, however, discuss the fact that in 2007 the monthly
meetings for July and August were cancelled and decided it would be a
good idea to continue that this year.
Therefore, unless some board members have reasonable objections, and
unless urgent items of business come before the executive committee
which need board approval, there will be no church board meetings in
July and August.
If you are on the church board and feel this is not a decision you would
have voted for had you been at the meeting, talk to either Elder Lorene
Neal or Elder Lois Frazee and let them know your wishes.
You may have noticed that there have been changes
in the music of the worship services, and that special music has been
very much lacking in these services. That’s because we’re in need of
help.
If you have musical talent whether it be playing an instrument or vocal,
we need you to come forward and help with the music ministry of the
church. We have had some requests for “livelier” music and more
choruses, and it takes several people to make these things happen.
So if you feel God urging you to get involved—especially in the music
area—see either Pastor Kevin or
Carole Lewis. No one will be turned away!
The church librarians are looking for some lost
books. Not only are the books lost, but so are the library cards that
should be in them! Apparently someone(s) have taken books to read from
the library without checking them out and have not returned them.
There are several series books which have 3 or 4 books to complete the
reading and some of them are missing books 1 and 2.
If you have books at home that belong in the church library, would you
please return them so others can check them out. Thanks.
HAPPY
JULY BIRTHDAY TO:
Jeff Andersen & Shayney Scott (1); Lorene Neal (3); Ardis Schut (10); Ron Kinser (12); Linda Bruning & Jessica Skipworth (13); Richard Gray (15); Ryan Currin (17); Pastor Al Hutchings (18); Louise Erickson & Paul Smith (23); Carole Lewis (26); Gwen Loghry (28)
HAPPY AUGUST BIRTHDAY TO:
Marjorie Wilson (2); Courtney Else (6); Janice Shanno (7); Coral Guffey (12); Judy Else & Brandy Sickels (14); Jared Dolch (15); Norman Anson (17); Larry Gaunt (18); Doug Gray (19); Clark Dolch & Emma Bodwell (24); Berniece Guffey (29); Deb Hutchings (31)
HAPPY JULY ANNIVERSARY TO:
Larry & Kathryn Gaunt (18); Terry & Darcy Dalton (22);
Pastor Gordon & Michaele Scott (24)
HAPPY AUGUST ANNIVERSARY TO:
John & Martha Tapley (2); Gary & Linda Bruning (8); Vince & Becky Dolch (9); Jeff & Brenda Andersen and Lawrence & Ruth Lewis (14); Lonnie & Janice Shanno (15); Vince & Judy Else (17)
AUGUST IS VACATION MONTH. It’s the month of state fairs,
back-to-school shopping and one final trip for the family before school
begins and fall activities are upon us.
The church is no exception—not that we’re taking a “vacation,” just that
it’s a more casual time. Thus the theme for the month is Casual.
August is also the month when all the clothing that’s been donated
during the year is put out on tables in the fellowship hall during the
week and given away (for FREE!) on Saturday.
That week this year will be the week of August 10th and it takes lots of
volunteers to accomplish this.
So if you can plan ahead for some time to work, even an hour or two a
day, during that week, please do so.
AND if you haven’t cleaned your closets yet, the hot days of summer are
a good time to be indoors and do just that. Maybe, like most of us,
you’ve still got “stuff” to contribute to the give-away to help start
our school kids off right.
And while we’re talking about school starting, there is always a list
of supplies for each grade level. That list is usually available in
early August when school registration takes place. On the list for
practically every grade are things like pencils and pens, scissors,
crayolas, etc.
There will be a box in the entryway at church beginning August 3 where
you can drop your purchased donation to the school supply campaign.
Let’s see if we can fill the box this year!
On August 13, the CIA Club will complete their two-hour summer
program with a special party.
There will then be a “vacation” for children (and teachers!) before the
new season begins in September. More information to come on the party.
So enjoy the month of August. Rest and relax so you’ll be ready to begin
a new season of church activities when September comes around.
ADULTS CAN’T IMAGINE THE PRESSURE . . .
. . . some of our children and teens are under pressure to believe in
Evolution. It is not easy to be considered a “dummy” and a “narrow
minded Christian” if you don’t accept this “scientific theory.” We can’t
imagine the tension our Christian students are under.
Face the Truth. There is nothing scientific about evolution, and it is
only a theory. Study the Word of God with your children. It declares
clearly that God created heaven and earth and everything therein. The
Genesis account of creation still stands. (Psalm 119:89).
But our youth are still under pressure as they take a stand for that
which is unpopular in our day, or as they compromise. Adults, PRAY for
our students.
CAN YOU REALLY DO IT?
Can you report a conversation you had with someone you are not
especially fond of, with accuracy? Most people do not place an honest
interpretation on what has been said.
A man once told me that another man had told him to “shut up.” Later I
learned that what the man had actually said was not, “shut up,” but he
merely suggested that if the other would keep quiet long enough, he
would try to explain.
Do you call a man a “liar” when he says that you did not picture an
incident as it was? God’s word calls such distortion false reporting.
The news media resorts to these tactics but the consecrated Christian
abhors them.
THINK BEFORE YOU WEEP
If your arteries have hardened and arthritis slows your gait,
If your tired blood is stubborn, not inclined to circulate;
If your aerobic days are over and you cannot do the “twist,”
If your time is spent in brooding over the many things you’ve missed;
If you’re constantly complaining on your rocker or your couch,
If you’re ornery and cranky and becoming quite a grouch;
Well, if this is your condition and you get no sympathy,
Then it’s time you started trying a new kind of therapy.
Though you have your share of trouble, think of others with more pain,
Like that fellow in his wheelchair who will never walk again.
Take time to write a letter and while pen is in your palm,
Thank the good Lord up above you for the use of that writing arm.
Try relaxing in the sunshine, note each flower, bird and tree,
Then appreciate your eyesight—there are many who can’t see.
When you tune in television and each sound is loud and clear
Just think of those who’d give a lot if only they could hear.
Yes, I’ve preached what I’m preaching and I’ve learned there’s joy to
reap
If you stop and count your blessings and just “Think before you weep.”
THIS IS A SMALL TOWN
A small town is where you don’t have to guess who your enemies are. Your
friends will tell you. A small town is where few people can get away
with lying about the year they were born. Too many other people can
remember. A small town is where people with various ailments can air
them properly to sympathetic ears. A small town is where you can get a
wrong number and still talk for 15 minutes. A small town is where the
ratio of good people to bad people is something like 100 to 1. That’s
nice to remember.
A small town is where it is hard for anyone to walk to work for exercise
because it takes too long to stop and explain to people in cars who
stop, honk, and want to give you a ride. A small town is where city
folks say there is nothing to do, but those who live there don’t have
enough nights in the week to make all the meetings and social functions.
A small town is where everyone becomes a “neighbor” in times of need. A
small town is where businessmen dig deep many times to help with
countless fundraising projects.
Don’t you just love our SMALL town?
EVER WONDER???
WHY is the time of day with slowest traffic called the rush hour?
Why isn’t there a mouse-flavored cat food?
When dog food is new and improved tasting, who tests it?
Why didn’t Noah swat those two mosquitoes?
You know that indestructible black box used on an airplane? Why don’t
they make the whole plane out of that stuff?
Why don’t sheep shrink when it rains?
THE COWBOY’S VERSION OF THE TEN COMMANDMENTS
1. Just one God
2. Honor yer Ma and Pa
3. No tellin’ tales or gossipin’
4. Git yerself to Sunday meetin’
5. Put nothin’ before God
6. No foolin’ around with another feller’s gal
7. No killin’
8. Watch yer mouth
9. Don’t take what ain’t yers
10. Don’t be hankerin’ fer yer buddy’s stuff
THINK ABOUT THIS
You may not realize it, but it’s 100% true.
There are at least two people in the world that you would die for.
At least 15 people in this world love you in some way.
The only reason anyone would ever hate you is because they want to be
just like you.
A smile from you can bring happiness to anyone, even if they don’t like
you.
Every night, SOMEONE thinks about you before they go to sleep.
You mean the world to someone.
Someone that you don’t even know exists, loves you.
You are special and unique.
When you make the biggest mistake ever, something good comes from it.
Always remember the compliments you received. Forget about the rude
remarks.
Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what
is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may
benefit those who listen. And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God with
whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Get rid of all
bitterness, rage, and anger, brawling and slander, along with every
form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving
each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. Ephesians 4:29–32