Bulletin Notices for September 23, 2018

HANDS OF GRACE is in need of cereal, soup, juice bottles and toothpaste.  ALSO, we need plastic bags!  Thank you.

YOUNG LADIES MENTOR GROUP will meet Sunday, September 30^th, 2:30 – 4:00pm.  For more information contact Judy Byrne at jbyrnsie@yahoo.com.

PHOTO SESSIONS with Kim Shank will take place this Sunday and next after the 8:00 & 10:45am services.

THE MID-VALLEY ZONE and the Mountain Laurel Zone are joining together for their Fall Rally which will be held on Sunday, September 30^th, at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 8 Maple Street, Terryville, CT starting at 2pm. Holy Trinity Ladies Aid/LWML will be hosting. The In-Gathering will be monetary donations for Orphan Grain Train local branch. A tour of OGT Warehouse will be available after the rally.   

LADIES AID had a wonderful day at New Hartford Day this past Sunday.  Thank you to all who stopped by to chat, donated baked goods, and volunteered their time.      

Wednesday Night Worship and Prayer Ministry…Worship on Wednesday evenings will be taking a break for a while in order to focus our resources on the three Sunday morning worship services and our Christian Education Hour. Prayer Ministry will still meet at 6:30 pm on Wednesday nights, with Bible study to follow at 7:00 pm.   

Midweek Bible Study has moved…from Monday nights to Wednesday nights.  Whether a new Bible study student or a seasoned studier of God’s Word, all are welcome on Wednesdays from 7 pm – 8 pm to explore the truths of Scripture together. Our first topic is Romans!

FALL FELLOWSHIP INTERNATIONAL FOOD POT BLESS & MOVIE on Saturday, September 29^th, from 5-8pm.  Our movie will feature German Lutheran Pastor and Theologian, Dietrich Bonhoeffer and his moving story.  Simultaneously, Linda Pekrul will be in the Early Childhood Education Room with Veggie Tale movies ready for young children.  Our movies will begin following dinner/dessert @ 6:30pm.  COME AND ENJOY WARM FELLOWSHIP and bring a dish that represents your heritage or an international main or side dish that you love!  Please SIGN UP on the clipboard in the narthex today.  It is going to be a very special evening together!! Guests are welcome.   ~ Hosted by your Fellowship Committee

Where is Pastor Manor? How do I get ahold of him?…

Typically you will find me in the church building from 9:00 – 12:00, Monday – Thursday mornings. I strive to be available for anyone who drops in on those days, during those times.

You can always get ahold of me by calling, texting, or emailing me at 860-491-0086 or by email at pastor.manor@gmail.com. On my Family Day, I typically do not check my email, so for immediate pastoral care needs on that day, please call or text.

I pray you know that “my door is always open”. Whether you drop in or make an appointment, it gives me great joy to talk over a cup of coffee – to share in your challenges and to rejoice in your blessings. In Christ, Pastor Manor

A Staffed Nursery Room…is available during the 10:45 am worship service. While children are always welcome in worship, this option is available for infants and toddlers to be cared for during the sermon portion of the service only, if parents so desire. Feel free to take your infant or toddler to the Early Childhood Room downstairs, any time after the Children’s Message. Please pick them up following the Prayers of the Church. Volunteers are needed to serve in the nursery. You could do this if you’ve already attended one of the earlier services on a Sunday, or if you’re in attendance at the 10:45 am service. If you are considering using this staffed nursery option, please also consider being a part of the care rotation. Please let an elder or Pastor Manor know if you are willing to serve on a rotating schedule.