Rice Bowl update

The rice bowl turn-in date was last Sunday, August 17th. Don't worry, if you forgot yours, please bring it this Sunday!

To date, we collected over $500 - now, that's some heavy, change-filled rice bowls!

Thank you for all your help & support with this project.

Charla

Christmas program for the kids!

It's not too early to be thinking about Christmas! Rehearsals for the children's Christmas production will begin on Wednesday, September 3rd. We practice on Wednesday nights from 6:30-7:30pm in the Junior Worship room.

The performance will be on Sunday morning, December 14th during the 9:15 & 10:30 services. The kids will sing & act. There are some parts that are non-speaking.

If you have questions, please drop me an e-mail cjamison@greentreerolla.org.

Charla

Flip Flops for Sunday's ServeU

This Sunday, the kids in ServeU (during the 9:15 service) need to bring in a pair of plain flip flops. I heard that Big Lots has some for $1. There's not much left at Wal-mart.

These will be decorated by the kids and sent off to Show-Me Christian Children's Ranch.

Thanks!

FYI - Mrs. Charla's out of the office

It's been a whirlwind of a summer.  Not only have we had a lot of activities with church, but add in a Disney vacation at the beginning of the summer and that equals a crazy Jamison family!

Just kidding.  We're not totally crazy, but I can confess that I am a little worn out.  I'm going to take a couple of days to rest, recuperate and give my house some much-needed attention.  It's time to get things in order for the fall.  

Children's Choir will start on September 3rd.  Upward registration will begin in October.  After that, the holidays will be just around the corner.

If you need anything from me this week, drop me an e-mail or leave a message on my cell.  Thanks a bunch!

God is like...a commercial!

These come from a 5th grade teacher in a Christian school who asked her class to look at TV commercials and see if they could use them in some way to communicate ideas about God

• God is like Bayer Aspirin - He works miracles
• God is like Coca Cola - He's the real thing
• God is like Hallmark - He cares enough to send His very best
• God is like Tide - He gets the stains out that others leave behind
• God is like G.E. - He brings good things to life.
• God is like Delta - He's ready when you are
• God is like Allstate - You're in good hands with Him.
• God is like Chevrolet - the heart beat of America
• God is like Bounty - He's the quicker picker upper - can handle the tough jobs - He won't fall apart on you.

CIY - Superstart

CIY Superstart is not that far off!  Yes, we younger children get to enjoy the CIY thing - just like those teenagers!

CIY Superstart is for 4th, 5th & 6th graders.

The dates for Superstart are October 3rd & 4th.  The cost will be $65.  

To sign up, call or e-mail Mrs. Charla by September 7th (registration deadline).  A deposit of $15 will be due by September 7th.

It's a fun, power-packed weekend.  For more info, check out www.ciy.com.  Or, contact Mrs. Charla.  

Bereaved Families

There's been several in the past week or so who have had loved ones pass away.  Please keep these families in your prayers.  

Kluzak/West families

Moore family

Graves family

McKee family

Snelson family

It's hard for us to say good-bye, but I know we'll see them in eternity.  Please especially keep the children in these families in your prayers.  It's so hard for them to understand.

ServeU

This past Sunday, we were collecting snack foods to put in to care packages to take to the Christian Campus House (MS&T).  We did not receive very many contributions.  So, if you'd like to send some candy, gum, microwave popcorn, small bags of snacks, etc...please do so this Sunday.

Rice bowl turn in date:  Sunday, August 17th.

On Sunday, August 24th, we'll be decorating flip flops to send to Show-Me Christian Children's Ranch.  Kids need to bring in a pair of new, plain flip flops.  (I saw them for $1 at Wal-mart a few days ago).  I have the various decorating supplies.  The kids will learn a little about Show-Me and make gifts to send to them.

Let me know if you have any questions!

Charla

Lion's Club Park family picnic

It's a family night in the park. Come this Sunday with the whole family to enjoy a cookout & fellowship. Hot dogs, hamburgers, buns and lemonade are all provided. Please bring your own place settings & a dish to share (dessert, salad, chips, etc.).

It starts at 5:30 on Sunday, August 10th in Shelter #10 at Lion's Club Park.

Please RSVP, so that I can know how much meat we need!

Charla