Announcements 8/22/10

The following announcements were in the bulletin on Aug. 22, 2010

KIDS KONNECTION FALL VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
This fall we are re-structuring our elementary KK classes to allow our teachers and team leaders to rotate so that they can attend a contemporary service. Thus, we need to expand our volunteer base to include additional teachers and team leaders in grades 1st, 2nd, 5th & 6th. Adults and teens interested should please contact Nancy Herman with questions or for additional information at nherman@hempfieldumc.com.

AFRICAN CHILDREN’S CHOIR HELP NEEDED
The African Children’s Choir will be returning here for a concert in October and we are in need of some volunteers to assist us with the coordination of this exciting event. If you are interested in helping, please contact Pastor John at jlongmire@hempfieldumc.com.

EAT AND RAISE $$ FOR BUILDING HOPE
Eat at Scoops Ice Cream and Grille in Mountville today from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. and 35 percent of your bill will benefit Building Hope! Copies of the flier you will need to present when you pay your bill are available at the Building Hope table in the lobby.

PASTOR JOHN’S PRINTS
Pastor John will be selling prints of some of his artwork to benefit Building Hope. You can see his paintings and purchase prints in the Spirit Cafe today.

DONATION STATION FOR AUGUST
The LUMINA School Uniform Bank at Pearl Street UMC has served approximately 1,800 students each year, providing, on average, two sets of uniforms for each child in the School District of Lancaster’s homeless students program. You can help by providing new or gently used uniform clothing this month. In addition, we are still collecting fresh vegetables and fruits through September for the Garden Harvest ministry. Stop by the donation station to pick up the list of clothing for the uniform bank.

FALL CAMPOUT
Let’s go Camping! The Hempfield UMC Fall Campout will be at Mill Bridge Village Camp Resort, Oct. 29, 30 and 31. We have eight sites reserved. Sites are all water and electricity only. The cost is $34.10 per night. Reservations must be made by Oct. 10. Please send your check for your complete stay, payable to Mill Bridge Campresort, to Rick Koelsch at 234 Walnut Hill Rd, Millersville, PA 17551. Please include the type and size of your camping unit. Questions? Call Rick Koelsch at 872-1897 or e-mail
r.koelsch@verizon.net

SPIRIT CAFE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
Are you looking for a way to meet others in our church? Are you looking for an opportunity to serve here at Hempfield UMC? If so, you should consider becoming a server in the Spirit Cafe’. This ministry allows you the opportunity to serve coffee and snacks to the church family on Sunday mornings while providing a welcoming atmosphere and a smile to all those who visit the Spirit Cafe’ each week. No specialized skills are needed; all you need to do is be willing to serve others, smile and be friendly. If you are interested in learning more about this interesting and fun opportunity to connect with others please contact Amy Slamp at 682-4306 or at amy_slamp@comcast.net.

SAFE SANCTUARY TRAINING
The next training session will be next Sunday, Aug. 29, at 11:30 a.m. in Room 124. This training is required for anyone interested in volunteering to work with children, youth or vulnerable adults within our church.

SUMMER YOUTH PICNIC
Sunday, August 29 from 2-4 p.m. in the Hempfield UMC pavilion. We’ll have food, fun, and games for all youth, their families and friends.

BABYSITTER LIST
Copies of the 2010 Hempfield UMC Babysitter List are now available in both the Toddler and Crib Nurseries. This is a list of those from the church who are available for hire to do babysitting. If you would have any questions regarding this list, please contact Carol Hulstine at 290-6880 or childcare@hempfieldumc.com.

KIDSTUF PREMIERE
Mark your calendars now! Kidstuf season premier will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 22, at 6:30 p.m. Bring your family … bring your friends. You won’t want to miss it!

KIDSTUF PRAISE CREW
The Kidstuf Praise Crew is looking for a few adults who are interested in assisting Ms Rae with this team. If you are interested in being a part of this ministry, please contact Nancy Herman at nherman@hempfieldumc.com.

PROMOTION SUNDAY
Elementary Kids Konnection will kick-off again with our Promotion Sunday on Sept. 12.

SMALL-GROUP HELP NEEDED
Individuals and couples are needed to help organize and lead new small groups beginning in the fall. Contact Matt Ralph if you are interested in serving.

SMALL-GROUP LEADERSHIP MEETING
We will be meeting to discuss the upcoming fall semester for small groups today at 11:20 a.m. in Room 124. If you are a leader/facilitator of an existing small group or are interested in helping to organize a new group, please plan to attend or schedule a time to meet with Matt individually.

SPIRIT CAFE AFTER HOURS
Mark your calendar for Sunday, Sept. 26 (rescheduled from Sept. 17) and plan to join us for a social event/lunch in the Spirit Cafe beginning at 11:30 a.m. This is for anyone in an existing small group or interested in getting plugged into one.

Care Ministry wants to THANK the families that donated much needed school supplies for children going back to school at the end of the month. Your generosity helped families experiencing financial difficulty and finding it hard to purchase all the necessary items needed for their children. They are so grateful, and we see God’s work being done by you. If you would like to contribute to this worthy cause, there is still time and there is still a need. Please visit the Care Ministry Wish Tree in the lobby and pick a “frog” from the tree that lists items needed. We also want to remind you that if your children are in need of school supplies, please contact the care office. We can help! 285-5156 x 222. Thank You!