“HAPPY 4^th OF JULY”

Independence Day, or, the 4^th of July, is the most important national holiday in the United States!  Let us thank our Heavenly Father for the freedom we have in our country to serve and worship Him!   Have a blessed holiday with your family and friends!

Happy Birthday America!

There is no evening service tonight!

TODAY is Missions Sunday!

“Thank you” for your giving to Missions, so that others may know about eternal life, which was purchased for everyone on Calvary.  A Missions offering will be taken today.

WEEKLY EVENTS!!

• Monday, July 5^th Office closed.
• Tuesday, 6^th Power Lunch – 12:00 @ The Decatur Club
• Wednesday, July 7^th Dinner in the Gym @ 5:30pm – 6:30pm - $3.00 per adult & $2.00 per child (no family will pay over $10.00)then after dinnr for service:

• Thursday, July 8^th Praise Band & Worship Team - 6:00pm

Coming Up:

ALL YOUNG COUPLES and their families are invited to meet at Paul’s Puttin Place on July 4^th at 7:30pm.

We will go to Lake Decatur to watch the fireworks show together. Contact

Megan Holt at 855-5029 if you have any questions.

POWER LUNCH

Attention all Business Professionals, including retired persons. Join us for POWER LUNCH, Tuesday,  July 6^th at The Decatur Club. The lunch is $10.50 and is from 12:00 until 1:00 pm. Our special guest is Gregg Doolin–Design Consultant for ReBath of Illinois and Drill Staff Sergeant in the Army Reserves as well as a former Marine.  To make your reservation, please sign up at the Information Desk TODAY.

“COOKIE” BIRTHDAY FELLOWSHIP for Pastor Rosemary

A “cookie” birthday fellowship will be next Sunday evening after the altar service to help Pastor Rosemary celebrate her ? birthday.  Please bring cookies for your family and to share with others.

Maranatha Sanctuary Choir

The Maranatha Sanctuary Choir is hosting a “Taco To Go” Dinner Sunday – July 11^th. Last day to order!!! See choir table in the foyer. All proceeds go towards the choir trip to Italy in November.

PARADYM YOUTH MINISTRIES

YOUTH CAMP 2010!! It’s camp time and your last chance for registration is  Wednesday, July 7^th. Pick up a Camper Application at the Information Table and turn it in to the church office.  Cost is:  $205.00

Sponsor A Youth! We are looking for adults who would like to sponsor a youth for camp.  We have multiple students who are unable to afford the full registration price of $205.00  Please contact Pastor Nathan or the church office by this Wednesday if you would  like to help.  Thank You!!

”Thank you” to all of the Maranatha Family men who helped roof one of the sheds on the property.  They are:  Jeff Ferguson, Denis Cole, Dave and Daniel Browning, John Zuber, Roger Norem and Mike & Josh from WSM.

WATER BAPTISM TONIGHT…..

If you would like to be baptized tonight, please bring a towel and a change of clothes.

ANNUAL CHURCH COUNCIL MEETING will be on Wednesday, March 24^th at 7:00 pm. There will NOT be any choir practice, regular services, Royal Rangers, or Missionettes.

Board Member Nominations

The nominees for “Board Members” are  Paul Barnes, Randall Blankenship, Margie Briscoe, Dave Browning, Denis Cole, Judy Followell, Debbie Holt, John Johnson, John Morrow, and Glen Nordholm.

Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Annual Church Council – 7:00pm

Saturday, March 27, 2010

Altar workers, Greeters, and Ushers Meeting – scheduled time in bulletin.

Prayers That Birth Revival

“If My People……..

…Pray that Christians will seek God before getting physically involved in His work for the day.  (Matthew 6:6-8. 33; Psalms 32:6)

PARADYM YOUTH is teaming up with other youth around Decatur for an amazing youth convention called “LIVING SACRIFICE”!  On March 26^th -27^th, youth from Decatur area will worship together, pray together, serve together and party together at Tabernacle Baptist Church.  Registration is $35 and includes services, workshops, dinner on Saturday and a concert by “Manic Drive”.  Pick up a registration form today at the Information Booth.

CELEBRATE EASTER!!

Greeters, ushers, and altar workers are needed to help at our “Celebrate Easter” City Outreach on Sunday, April 4^th at the Decatur Civic Center.   Training session is scheduled for Saturday, March 2o and Saturday, March 27^th as follows:

Greeters       9:00am-10:00am

Ushers     10:00am-11:00am

Altar Workers     11:00am-Noon

Please pray about how you can help and plan to attend the Saturday session that best fits your schedule.  Sign-up today at the Information Desk or email twalker@maranatha-assembly.org.

Childcare is available for Kindergarten age and under.  “Thank You” for your willingness to serve.

SEEK GOD FOR THE CITY 2010 40 X 40

As we approach our CELEBRATE EASTER City-Wide Outreach (April 4^th), we are asking our Maranatha Family to pray for our city every day for this evangelistic outreach!

EASTER LILLIES

If you would like to purchase an Easter Lilly for the stage at the Civic Center on Easter Sunday, please donate $10.00 and a lily will be purchased.  These may be purchased in memory of a loved one and there will be list of those “in memory of”.  If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the church office (423-2452).

“THANK YOU!”

Dear friends at Maranatha Assembly &

Maranatha Christian Academy: “Thank you” for the flowers, concern, support and prayers during this most difficult time.

With Love & Appreciation,

The Family of Nick Eldridge

Special Guest Today & Tonight!

Evangelist Joshua Sullivan will be ministering in the services today.

Please pray for Pastors Doug & Rosemary as they are ministering in India.  Also, pray for Tom Gilbert as he is with them ministering.  Please pray for their services and for their protection. They will be returning home on Tuesday, March 2^nd

If My People . . . 2 Chronicles 7:14

Pray that times of crisis would be tangible reminders of “what we deserve” apart from the mercy of God (I Peter 3:13-17; Titus 3:1-9; Ps. 40:1-3;68:19-20; 103:1-5; Rom. 6:23).

Wednesday, February 24, 2010

• Praise Band 6pm, Choir 6:30pm
• Hour of Power 7pm
• Mpact, Royal Rangers,
• Youth, Grief Recovery – 7pm

Thursday, February 25, 2010

Praise Band Practice 6:30 – 8:30pm

Sunday, February 28, 2010

Water Baptism, 6:00pm service

DCRM: HOPE’S ATTIC…

…shelves are empty!!  We are in need of donations of furniture, clothing, etc.  Please help us with anything you can.  We will pick up! Please call 424-2381 if you are able to help.

“Supernatural Wisdom for Your Finances” CD’s

w/Leese Lockmiller $3.00 per  CD.

Saturday, March 6, 2010

9:45am  -  2:00pm

WLCF Station in Decatur

You are invited to be a part of the studio audience for the taping of “Spotlight”. If you have any questions, please call 233-3800.

Save The Dates

Good Friday, April 2^nd – 7:00-pm

At Maranatha, we will be showing the movie, “The Passion”.

Sunday, April 4^th – 10:00am

At the Decatur Civic Center, we will

“Celebrate Easter”

SEEK GOD FOR THE CITY 2010 40 X 40

As we approach our CELEBRATE

EASTER City-Wide Outreach (April 4^th),

We are asking the Maranatha Family to pray for our city every day for this evangelistic outreach!

CELEBRATE EASTER!!

Greeters, ushers, and altar workers are needed to help at our “Celebrate Easter” City Outreach on Sunday, April 4^th at the Decatur Civic Center.   Training sessions are scheduled for Saturday, March 20^th & Saturday, March 27^th as follows:

Greeters                         9:00am-10:00am

Ushers                       10:00am-11:00am

Altar Workers                       11:00am-Noon

Please pray about how you can help and plan to attend the Saturday session that best fits your schedule.

Sign-up today at the Information Desk or email twalker@maranatha-assembly.org.a

“Thank You” for your willingness to serve.

“Thank You” so much for the lovely plant that was sent.

Family of Ruth Portwood

“Thank you” so very much for the flowers and the funeral dinner for our family.  We pray God’s blessing on everyone.

The Family of Tracy Bray

“Thank You” Maranatha Family and Maranatha Staff  for being a part of what the Lord is doing through the ministry of Maranatha Assembly to win others to Christ and for being a part of………..
“Fulfilling the Vision!”

We Love You!
Pastors Doug & Rosemary

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SPECIAL GUEST TODAY AT 9:15 AM
AND TONIGHT AT 6:00PM

LARRY LISTER
Larry Lister, with the Assemblies of God Financial Solutions, is with us  today during the Sunday school hour at 9:15 am.  He will be discussing various financial matters that will be of interest to everyone.  He will be speaking in the 6:00 pm service tonight.
ALL LEADERS – PAST & PRESENT
SAVE THE DATE – JANUARY 16TH
Please mark the date of Saturday, January 16th  for a  Leadership Conference to be held in the gym from 10:00am until 2:00pm.  If you have served in the following ministries of Maranatha, or you are serving now, you are invited to this conference:  Elder, Deacon, Greeters,S.S. Teachers, Children’s Church, Royal Rangers, Missionettes, Youth, Prayer Counselors, Small Group Leaders, Ushers, Women’s and Men’s Ministries and Hospital Visitation.  We will be discussing our worship format for Wednesday nights and Sunday mornings.  We need your input and help!!  Nursery is provided.  Lunch will be served.  Please RSVP to Tia – 423-2452

“DOING LIFE TOGETHER” SMALL GROUPS
Small groups will begin in February and continue through May.  Please complete the sign-up form in today’s bulletin if you would like to join a small group and return it in the offering plate.
There will be training for Small Group Leaders on Saturday, January 23rd 9:00 am – 11:30 am in the Hospitality Room.  Nursery will be provided.  Barry Sink, from the Illinois District office in Carlinville will lead this training workshop.  If you are interested in becoming a small group leader, please complete the small group leaders form in today’s bulletin and place it in the offering plate or give it to Suzie Hartwig.  All small group leaders should plan to attend these training sessions.
“If My People…”  2 Chronicles 7:14
Please use the bookmark Prayers That Birth Revival as a daily prayer guide during the New Year 2010 as we pray for revival at Maranatha.  If we commit to pray daily, Maranatha will truly become a “prayer saturated” church and revival will happen.

ROYAL RANGERS

Winter Camp 2010

The Discovery, Adventure, and Expedition Rangers (grades 3-12) will be attending the 2010 Winter Camp at Camp Awana in Fredonia, Wisconsin.  The camp will be Friday – Sunday, January 29th – 31st, 2010.

PARADYM YOUTH
Pastor Nathan Goodin

Paradym Youth is going to Champaign, Illinois Saturday, January 23rd to experience the largest annual tour in Christian music.  With bands like Third Day, Fireflight, Newsboys, Tenth Avenue North, this will be an incredible night.  The cost is $10.00 plus, bring money for dinner.

“SCROOGE” ALL CAST PARTY
Debby Inman

The “Scrooge” All Cast Party will be Friday, January 22nd at 7:00pm in the gym.  Please bring you, your family, and a dish of food to share.  We will eat and watch the DVD of this year’s production.

SERMON SERIES
January 10th – “What Does The Bible Say About                                                 Wealth & Riches?”
January 17th – “Who Are You Working For?”
January 24th – “Why Is Tithing Such An Issue?”
January 31st – “What Is The Law Of                                                                                 Reciprocity?”
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Amplified will be leaving for Nashville to record our first album on Friday, January 15th.  We are thankful for your continued support of our ministry and would be grateful for your prayers during this time of travel and recording.  We still have a financial need to help cover our lodging and travel expenses.  To sow into our ministry, please write “Amplified” on your giving envelope.  “Thank You!!”
DCRM
Mick & Deb McCammack

“Thank you” to everyone who provided Christmas items for the men and women of Water Street Mission and Grace House.  Your contributions were needed, enjoyed, and helped to make a Blessed Christmas for ALL!!
May Blessings be yours in 2010!
2009 GIVING RECORDS

Please pick up your 2009 giving records at the Information Booth.
“THANK YOU!”

“Thank you” to the following people for helping get the Scrooge set and Christmas decorations down and put away:        Darin Barnes
Sue Barter
Joseph Campbell
Denis and Debbie Cole
Grace House Ladies
Scott and Debby Inman
Jon and Theresa Medler
Pastor Doug

WEEK OF PRAYER 2010
Please mark your calendars to attend daily prayer services from noon to 1:00pm January 4th – 8th.  A  Prayer Watch is planned for Saturday January 9th and we are asking everyone to prayerfully consider signing up in the lobby for a one-1/2 hour of prayer time between 6:00am and 5:00pm.  This prayer watch will lead up to a Time of Corporate Agreement and Praise at 5:00pm in the Sanctuary on Saturday, January 9th.

There will be a special midweek prayer service on
Wednesday, January 6th at 7:00 pm.  Everyone is encouraged to attend.  Children’s classes will not meet.
Prayer cards are provided in today’s bulletin for you prayer requests and will be prayer for during the week of prayer. After filling out prayer cards please place  in offering plate or left at the Information Booth.

A  daily prayer emphasis is listed on the Week of Prayer Bookmark in today’s bulletin

ROYAL RANGERS
Winter Camp 2010
The Discovery, Adventure, and Expedition Rangers (grades 3-12) will be attending the 2010 Winter Camp at Camp Awana in Fredonia, Wisconsin.  The camp will be Friday – Sunday, January 29th – 31st, 2010.

WOMEN’S MINISTRIES
Save That Date!!!!!!

Mark your calendars Women of Maranatha!!
January 14th at 6:30pm
Victoria McCarter , wife of State Senator Kyle McCarter, will be speaking on “Health For Body and Soul” here at Maranatha.  Please start inviting friends and neighbors now, as this is an evangelistic event.  Tickets are required for this event and will be on sale at Berean bookstore for $7.00.

POWER LUNCH
Attention all Business & Professionals, including retired persons. Join us for POWER LUNCH, Tuesday, January 5th     at The Decatur Club.  Our special guest this month is Sharon Schilawski of Pro Max Construction.  The lunch is from 12:00 until 1:00 pm and is on the third floor. The only charge is for the buffet – $10.50. For reservations, please call Tia at the church office to make your reservation.
FIRST FRUITS

FIRST FRUITS FRIDAY
A night of worship and prophetic ministry, Friday, January 8th at 7 pm.  There will be finger foods & fellowship at 6pm. Sponsored by Joshua Company Ministries, for more information call 422-3524.

MEN’S MINISTRY
Pastor Jack
There will be a Men’s Breakfast on January 9th at 8:00 am. We will have a full breakfast from 8 to 8:30 am and then we will pray from 8:30 to 9:00. Come and join us for food and fellowship and a time of pray.

SERMON SERIES
Beginning on Sunday, January 10th, Pastor Doug Lowery will begin a series of sermons on “Faith & Finances”.

32ND   ANNIVERSARY
Maranatha Assembly will be 32 years old on
January 8th.  Next Sunday, January 10th, we will celebrate 32 years of ministering together with a “finger food fellowship” after the evening service.  Please bring enough food for your family and to share.  Come and help us celebrate what the Lord has done.

PASTOR’S CHRISTMAS OFFERING
Would you like to bless your Pastors with a Christmas gift?  If your answer is “yes”, the Deacon Board asks that you place your gift in the offering plate before the end of the year.  Please mark your envelope “Pastor’s Christmas”.  The amount collected will be divided equally between all of our Pastors.
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Please Note:
We WILL HAVE services this Wednesday evening (Dec. 30th) at 7:00pm.
The Maranatha Offices WILL BE CLOSED on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.

The church WILL BE OPEN for prayer and communion on New Year’s Eve from 9pm to midnight. We will be praying for revival and for our country.

WEEK OF PRAYER
JANUARY 4TH – 9TH 2010
Please mark your calendars to attend daily prayer services from noon to 1:00pm January 4th – 8th.  A one-half prayer watch is planned for Saturday January 9th and we are asking everyone to prayerfully consider signing up in the lobby for a one-half hour of prayer time between 6:00am and 5:00pm.  This prayer watch will lead up to a Time of Corporate Agreement and Praise at 5:00pm in the Sanctuary on Saturday, January 9th.

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Please Note:
There will be a special midweek prayer service on Wednesday, January 6th at 7:00pm.  Everyone is encouraged to attend.  Children’s classes will not meet.

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ALL LEADERS – PAST & PRESENT
SAVE THE DATE
Please mark the date of Saturday, January 16th  for a  Leadership Conference to be held in the gym from 10:00am until 2:00pm.  If you have served in the following ministries of Maranatha, or you are serving now, you are invited to this conference:  Elder, Deacon, Greeters,S.S. Teachers, Children’s Church, Royal Rangers, Missionettes, Youth, Prayer Counselors, Small Group Leaders, Ushers, Women’s and Men’s Ministries and Hospital Visitation.  We will be discussing our worship format for Wednesday nights and Sunday mornings.  We need your input and help!!  Lunch will be served.  Please RSVP to Tia – 423-2452.

PARADYM
Pastor Nathan Goodin

There is Paradym Youth service this Wednesday (December 30th), although the Youth Diner will be closed. Our volunteers will be running the diner for our New Year’s Eve CRUSH on Thursday night (December 31st). They will have the night off on Wednesday the 30th. Please note, during CRUSH, the Diner will be available at its regular prices. Have a great New Year!!

Youth CAT
Our creative Arts Team (CAT) is offering a drama and skit workshop this Tuesday and Wednesday from 10am – 4pm at the Youth Center. This is for any students 7th – 12th grades wanting to condition their dramatic skills. Call Rachael for more information at 433-8545.

ROYAL RANGERS

Winter Camp 2010

The Discovery, Adventure, and Expedition Rangers (grades 3-12) will be attending the 2010 Winter Camp at Camp Awana in Fredonia, Wisconsin.  The camp will be Friday – Sunday, January 29th – 31st, 2010.  The cost is $100.00 per person and a pre-registration fee of $35.00 (applied toward the $100.00) is due to Commander Doug Cawthon by Wednesday, December 23, 2009.  Please contact Commander Doug at 428-3795 for more details.

POWER LUNCH

Attention all Business & Professionals, including retired persons. Join us for POWER LUNCH, Tuesday, January 5th     at The Decatur Club.  Our special guest this month is Sharon Schilawski of Pro Max Construction.  The lunch is from 12:00 until 1:00 pm and is on the third floor. The only charge is for the buffet – $10.50. For reservations, please call Tia at the church office to make your reservation.

MEN’S MINISTRY
Pastor Jack

There will be a Men’s Breakfast on January 9th at 8:00 am. We will have a full breakfast from 8 to 8:30 am and then we will pray from 8:30 to 9:00. Come and join us for food and fellowship and a time of pray.

CHOIR

There is No Choir practice on December 30th. See you Sunday January 3rd at 10:00 am in the Choir Room.  There Is Praise Band practice at 6 pm on Wednesday, December 30th.

A special Christmas offering will be taken today.  This “Offering Fit For A King” will be for
“Fulfilling The Vision”.

PASTOR’S CHRISTMAS OFFERING

Would you like to bless your Pastors with a Christmas gift?  If your answer is “yes”,  the Deacon Board asks that you place your gift in the offering plate before the end of the year.  Please mark your envelope “Pastor’s Christmas”.  The amount collected will be divided equally between all of our Pastors.

CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICES

December 24th
7 – 8pm  &  11:00pm – Midnight
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Please Note:
There will be no service this Wednesday evening and the Maranatha Offices will be closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

“PRAISE THE LORD”
We are “praising the Lord” because 32 people gave their heart to the Lord during the three nights of “The Gospel According To Scrooge”.  “Thank you” for your prayers for this Christmas production.
ALSO…..if you would like a copy of this presentation of “Scrooge”, please sign up at the Information Booth.  The cost is $10.00 per copy.

WEEK OF PRAYER
JANUARY 3RD – 9TH
2010
Please mark your calendars to attend daily prayer services from noon to 1:00pm January 4th  -  8th.  A one-half hour prayer watch is planned for Saturday, January 9th and we are asking everyone to prayerfully consider signing up in the lobby for a “one-half hour of prayer time” between 6:00am and 5:00pm.  This prayer watch will lead up to a Time of Corporate Agreement and Praise at 5:00pm in the Sanctuary on Saturday, January 9th.

There will be a special midweek prayer service on
Wednesday, January 6th at 7:00pm.  Everyone is encouraged to attend.  Children’s  and youth classes will not meet.

PARADYM
Pastor Nathan Goodin

CRUSH Food for Bands

We need a meal at 7:00pm for the band members during our New Year’s Eve party.  If you would like to donate and prepare an easy meal for 20 adults, please contact Pastor Nathan at 358-6903.  “Thank you” for investing in our youth!

ALL LEADERS – PAST & PRESENT
SAVE THE DATE
Please mark the date of Saturday, January 16th  for a  Leadership Conference to be held in the gym from 10:00am until 2:00pm.  If you have served in the following ministries of Maranatha, or you are serving now, you are invited to this conference:  Elder, Deacon, Greeters,S.S. Teachers, Children’s Church, Royal Rangers, Missionettes, Youth, Prayer Counselors, Small Group Leaders, Ushers, Women’s and Men’s Ministries and Hospital Visitation.  We will be discussing our worship format for Wednesday nights and Sunday mornings.  We need your input and help!!  Lunch will be served.  Please RSVP to Tia – 423-2452.

ROYAL RANGERS

Winter Camp 2010

The Discovery, Adventure, and Expedition Rangers (grades 3-12) will be attending the 2010 Winter Camp at Camp Awana in Fredonia, Wisconsin.  The camp will be Friday – Sunday, January 29th – 31st, 2010.  The cost is $100.00 per person and a pre-registration fee of $35.00 (applied toward the $100.00) is due to Commander Doug Cawthon by Wednesday, December 23, 2009.  Please contact Commander Doug at 428-3795 for more
details.
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Please Note…..”Talk 101” radio station WZUS 100.9 FM, has named Maranatha Assembly the “Church of the Month” for December!!

“THANK YOU!!!!!!!!
“THANK YOU!!” to everyone for making “The Gospel According To Scrooge” such a success!! Also, “Thank You” to Pastors Doug & Rosemary, the Board and the Choir for your generous gifts of love!  I consider it a privilege to serve the Body of Maranatha through the music ministry.
Sincerely, Debby Inman

“Thanks so much for all you did.”
The Family of Earnest Deaton

“Thank you for your kindness and sharing God’s love with our family.”
The Family of Alberta Burrows
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Please Note…..”Talk 101” radio station WZUS 100.9 FM, has named Maranatha Assembly the “Church of the Month” for December!!

OFFERING FIT FOR A KING

The special Christmas offering this year, “Offering Fit For A King”, will be taken on Christmas Sunday December 20th.  This special Christmas offering will be
for “Fulfilling The Vision”.  Because of this special Christmas offering, the monthly building fund offering will not be taken today.

PASTOR’S CHRISTMAS OFFERING
Would you like to bless your Pastors with a Christmas gift?  If your answer is “yes”,  the Deacon Board asks that you place your gift in the offering plate before the end of the year.  Please mark your envelope “Pastor’s Christmas”.  The amount collected will be divided equally between all of our Pastors.

ALL LEADERS – PAST & PRESENT
SAVE THE DATE
Please mark the date of Saturday, January 16th  for a  Leadership Conference to be held in the gym from 10:00am until 2:00pm.  If you have served in the following ministries of Maranatha, or you are serving now, you are invited to this conference:  Elder, Deacon, Greeters,S.S. Teachers, Children’s Church, Royal Rangers, Missionettes, Youth, Prayer Counselors, Small Group Leaders, Ushers, Women’s and Men’s Ministries and Hospital Visitation.  We will be discussing our worship format for Wednesday nights and Sunday mornings.  We need your input and help!!  Lunch will be served.  Please RSVP to Tia – 423-2452.

CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICES

December 24th
7 – 8pm  &  11:00 – Midnight

J.O.Y. GROUP CHRISTMAS GATHERING
Carole Thomas

We will be traveling to Bloomington to the Performing Arts Center to see the “Play Riders In The Sky” Cow boy Christmas on Saturday, December 19th.  Please sign up at the Information Desk.  You must be signed up by TODAY!!!!!

ROYAL RANGERS

Winter Camp 2010

The Discovery, Adventure, and Expedition Rangers (grades 3-12) will be attending the 2010 Winter Camp at Camp Awana in Fredonia, Wisconsin.  The camp will be Friday – Sunday, January 29th – 31st, 2010.  The cost is $100.00 per person and a pre-registration fee of $35.00 (applied toward the $100.00) is due to Commander Doug Cawthon by Wednesday, December 23, 2009.  Please contact Commander Doug at 428-3795 for more details.

MARANATHA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & NOAH’S ARK CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Please don’t miss the presentation of

“TREE MENDOUS LOVE….
FROM THE MANGER”

by the Maranatha Christian Academy & Noah’s     Ark Christian Preschool & Child Development Center.  You will be blessed by their presentation of this Christmas message.
Please come out and support our MCA and Preschool children on
Thursday, December 17th
7:00 pm

ATLANTA ASSEMBLY OF GOD
Please mark the following date for an outreach at our daughter church, Atlanta Assembly of
God, and if possible attend this special service.
Saturday, December 19th – 7:00 pm
The Gospel According To Scrooge
The address of the church is
108 N. W. Walnut

SUNDAY BRUNCH BUFFET
There is information at the Information Booth about a Sunday Brunch Buffet at the Fireside Café .  The special runs until January 1, 2010 and it is $10.00, all you can eat, if you have the information ticket.

A new Sunday School Quarter will begin TODAY.  Please note the brochure with classes listed at the Information Booth.

OFFERING FIT FOR A KING
The special Christmas offering this year, “Offering Fit For A King”, will be taken on Christmas Sunday, December 20th  in both morning services.  This special Christmas offering will be for “Fulfilling the Vision”.
Due to this special Christmas offering, there will be no Building Fund offering next Sunday.
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PLEASE NOTE…
There will be NO services this Wednesday evening due to practice for “The Gospel According To Scrooge.”  The Prayer Room is open to those who would like to come and spend the time in prayer.

“THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO SCROOGE”
Friday, Saturday, Sunday
December 11 – 13
7:00pm
We invite you to come experience the production of The Gospel According to Scrooge..  Please invite family and those you work with to this wonderful musical adaptation of A Christmas Carol  Many  have discovered this heart-warming and thought provoking story of holiday love and giving.  This production is filled with superb performances and entertaining characters.   You will be pleased that you and your family experienced this Christmas tradition.

MARANATHA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY &
NOAH’S ARK CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Please don’t miss the presentation of

“TREE MENDOUS LOVE….
FROM THE MANGER”
by the Maranatha Christian Academy & Noah’s     Ark Christian Preschool & Child Development Center.  You will be blessed by their presentation of this Christmas message.
Please come out and support our MCA and Preschool children on
Thursday, December 17th
7:00 pm

WOMEN’S MINISTRIES
We would like to say a huge “Thank You” to the Women’s Ministries Board for a great year of service in 2009!!
Women’s Ministries Director – Debbie Cole
Prayer Coordinator – Beverly Offer
Food and Fundraising – Chris Zuber
Communications – Gloria Kirby
Decorations – Jennifer Kidd and Abi Petty
Activities – Jessica Pfieffer

“THANK YOU!!”
Pastor Rosemary and
Debbie Holt
Women’s Ministries Advisor

Save That Date!!!!!!

Mark your calendars Women of Maranatha!!
January 14th at 6:30pm
Victoria McCarter , wife of State Senator Kyle McCarter, will be speaking on “Health For Body and Soul” here at Maranatha.  Please start inviting friends and neighbors now, as this is an evangelistic event.  Tickets are required for this event and will be on sale soon for $7.00.

ATLANTA ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Please mark the following date for an outreach at our daughter church, Atlanta Assembly of
God.  Saturday, December 19th – 7:00 pm
The Gospel According To Scrooge
The address of the church is
108 N. W. Walnut

If you would like to have your business card advertised in the program, see Dave Wilhour for more information.

The most important way you can partner with us is to pray and bring an unsaved family member or friend to “The Gospel According To Scrooge”!!

WOMEN’S MINISTRIES

“A Christmas Tea Party”
All ladies of Maranatha are invited to a “Christmas Tea Party” Thursday, December 3rd h at 6:30pm in the Hospitality Room.  Bring a $5.00 exchange gift and enjoy a variety of delightful desserts and flavored teas.  Childcare will be provided for this fellowship time.  Please sign up at the Information Desk.  “Thank you!”

ANGEL TREE
Reach out and connect with our community TODAY by adopting an angel.  Gifts range from $15 to $20. Gather your family, home group, or Sunday School class at the Atrium display.
No time to shop or wrap? Donate cash or check (payable to Tracy Lott) and volunteers will shop or wrap for you.
Would you like to volunteer to help? Fill out the enclosed card or contact Tracy or Daniel Lott.

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
Suzie Hartwig
A new Sunday School Quarter will begin Sunday, December 6th .  Please note the brochure with classes listed for this quarter.

MEN’S BREAKFAST
Pastor Jack Vance

December 5th is Men’s Breakfast.  This month we will meet in the Prayer Room for 1 hour of prayer and then we will go for coffee and fellowship.

ATLANTA ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Please mark the following dates for outreaches at our daughter church, Atlanta Assembly of
God and if possible attend these special services.

Saturday, December 5th – 7:00pm – Mike and Mary Damron of the legendary band – SHEEP

Saturday, December 19th – 7:00 pm
The Gospel According To Scrooge
The address of the church is
108 N. W. Walnut

DCRM MINISTRIES
Mick McCammack

“THANK YOU” Senator Kyle McCarter for the turkeys you gave the Water Street Mission
and Grace House.  It’s great to know we have people in our government who care for the inner city of our town.

“GRIEF RECOVERY”

Pastor Ron will facilitate the “Grief Recovery” class which will be held in the Hospitality Room.  This class helps those who are dealing with loss.  The class will meet on Wednesday evenings, starting this Wednesday, December 2nd at 7:00pm.

“THANK YOU!!”

“Thank You” Debbie Holt and to all who helped decorate the church with Christmas decorations.

NURSERY WORKER NEEDED

We are in need of a nursery worker for all of the regular services and for all of the special events.

“Miss Ann” has retired after being in the nursery for many, many, years.  She has seen a lot of children grow up here at Maranatha and we want to say “THANK YOU!!!!!”

If you are interested in this position, please contact Pastor Rosemary (423-2452).