Zion Arendtsville United Church of Christ

"Embodying The Love of God in Word and Action"

Browsing Posts published in July, 2011

 Sunday, July 31, 2011 “Face to Face” Holy Communion Visitors:  Welcome to our church.  Please sign our guest book!  If you do not have a church home, we pray that you will find one with us.  We have large-print bulletins available, as well as hearing assistance devices.  Please ask an usher if you require either [...]

Matthew 13: 31-33, 44-52 Caves, Barns, Kitchens and Fields July 24, 2011 I picture it like this:  Jesus and his friends are walking along and Jesus is teaching as he walks.  The friends crowd around asking questions.  “What is this Kingdom of God like? It sure doesn’t sound like the any kingdom we’re familiar with, [...]

Here is the invocation that Pastor Kim offered at the dedication of the Camp Michaux  Historical  Marker.  The walking tour can be downloaded at http://www.historicalsociety.com/michauxwalkingtour.pdf Invocation:  Dedication of the Camp Michaux State Historical Marker on July 16, 2011 given by Rev. Dr. Kim Blocher  Gracious God, We give you thanks for good work to do in [...]

Sunday, July 24, 2011 Weaving the Future Visitors:  Welcome to our church.  Please sign our guest book!  If you do not have a church home, we pray that you will find one with us.  We have large-print bulletins available, as well as hearing assistance devices.  Please ask an usher if you require either of these.  [...]

September 4:  Worship, 9:00 a.m. September 4:  Fellowship Hot Dog Roast, 6:00 p.m., Zion House September 6:  Worship Cmte, 7:00 p.m., Zion Hse September 7:  Choir Practice, 7:30 p.m. September 11:  Worship, 9:00 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:15 a.m. September 12:  Hoss’s Community Night, 12 noon – 8:00 p.m. September 12:  Something More, 12 noon, Oakside [...]

On Saturday July 16th there was a special dedication ceremony to celebrate the placement of a State Historical Site marker along rte 233 near Pine Grove Furnace and also to observe the restoration work at the Camp Michaux site itself.  The area has markers and a site-guided tour and one can learn about the history [...]

On Friday night we shared the week’s fun with parents and friends.  We thank Miss Josie and the whole crew for putting together such a fun program.  Son Surf Beach bash was a wonderful way to learn about Jesus, and learn about being a community of friends.

On Day three our theme was “Why do we need Jesus?”  Our Bible story was that of Jesus washing the feet of his disciples, so the kids got to experience that, and think about servanthood.  We really appreciate our teen helpers, who are in charge of games and the all important snacks!

On Day Two we learned “Why should I trust in Jesus?”  In story, crafts, music and games the kids are learning to trust each other, their leaders, and Jesus.  We are having a great time, as you can see from the pictures!

Matthew 11: 16-19, 25-30 Holy Communion and a Hot Dog Roast Preached on July 3, 2011 This week I got a good laugh from our newsletter.   Alta and I put the content together, but sometimes it’s not until I see the finished product that something strikes me as being not exactly what I had intended.  Now [...]