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PRAYER REQUESTS
Harold Hudson is still waiting for the results of his recent cat-scan. We were thankful to learn that Wayne Patton’s tests revealed no blood clots.
Don Chapman, Scott’s father, has recently been diagnosed with esophageal cancer. Stanley Frakowski, Sandy Nolte’s father, spent a few days in Wheeling Hospital last week for tests for problems with his balance. Mia Rathe, a pre-school friend of the Dukes who lives in New Mexico, is recovering in a Denver hospital from recent heart surgery.
Ernie Hickenbottom, one of our former members, is undergoing physical rehab as he recovers from a recent stroke. Albert Phillips, Amy Gray’s brother, is regaining some strength as he continues to undergo physical therapy in Peterson. Rich Gibson continues to undergo treatment in OSU James Cancer Center for lymphoma cancer. Judy Kinemond, Mary Donna Wodarcyk’s daughter-in-law, is to undergo experimental clinical treatment for cancer July 1, 9 and 16 at Speilman Cancer Research Hospital in Columbus. Gary Sterling, Darla Yazombek’s cousin in Oklahoma, has been diagnosed with esophageal and liver cancer.
Our prayers are with the family of Harold Thomas, a long time shepherd of the Wheeling church, who passed away last Sunday afternoon.
Our prayers continue for those for whom they have been requested recently…Kate Bain, Leonard Bearup, Sue Beisel, Charles Boger, George Patton, (Wayne’s brother), Peg Spielvogel and Jennifer Wheeler (Amy Nestor’s mother).
Our Shut-ins need our prayerful support and encouragement…Evelyn Barker, Ella Bell, Bill & Sue Daley, Mae Deller, Wilda Freeland, Bertha Kettlewell, Bill Kopyar, Joyce Orzolek, Alice Shunk, Leon & June Smith, Jim Thrash, Marlene Trisolene and Joanne Wallner.
Please continue praying for those serving in the military…Jason Harris (Bill & Pat Rice’s son-in-law), Chad Huggins, Bill Randolph (Matt’s father), Nathan Rodak (Jay & Rhonda’s son, in Afghanistan) and Joey Stenger (Joe & Karen’s son).
FIFTH SUNDAY CONTRIBUTION
Since today is a “Fifth-Sunday,” all the contribution will go toward the expansion of our facilities.
MONTHLY FELLOWSHIP
Following next Sunday evening’s worship service, we will meet in the MP Room for refreshments as we honor those with Birthdays or Wedding Anniversaries during July. Care Group A will be in charge of the arrangements.
P.M. WORSHIP SERVICE AT RESERVOIR ROAD PROPERTY
This evening, we will meet for our 6:00 worship service at our property on Reservoir Road. Afterwards, we will have a wiener roast. Come and bring your lawn chairs, wieners, buns, condiments and roasting sticks and enjoy the evening praising our Lord in the outdoors and enjoying each other’s fellowship. In the event of rain, we will meet at the church building.
MINISTRY OF ENCOURAGEMENT
Teams 2,3&5 will lead our Ministry of Encouragement for the next two weeks.
MEN’S BREAKFAST
All the men and boys are invited to the monthly breakfast at Eat ‘N Park this coming Saturday at 8:30 a.m.
PICTORIAL DIRECTORY
We still need the photographs of several families for our Pictorial Directory. If your family has not been photographed yet, please sign the list on the bulletin board and get with Brad Schrum, Joyce Slatt or Kay Sowinski to have it taken.
WEEKLY YOUTH DEVOTIONAL
The McDiffitts will host this week’s Devotional; 7:00-9:15 p.m. on Friday evening. (Note the change from the normal Thursday evening). All teens, Grades 7 and up, are invited to attend.
WEDNESDAY ADULT SUMMER SERIES
During this coming Wednesday’s Adult Class, Bill Rice will use Mt. 5:22b-25 as the basis of his lesson “Importance of Relationships.”
OOPS!
We apologize for inadvertently omitting Jerry & Pam Moore’s July 9th Wedding Anniversary from this month’s calendar.
CAMP CONCERN
Although the deadline for early registration has passed for Senior (ages 15-18) and Secondary Weeks (age 13-14), enrollment is still open. The registration deadline for Intermediate (11-12) and Junior (8-10) Weeks to avoid a $10.00 late fee is July 8. The brochures with the applications and other important information are available in the rack on the table in the foyer.
WE NEED YOUR HELP WITH VBS
There are postcards on the table in the foyer to use in inviting your friends to come to VBS with you — Aug. 5-9. There is also a sign-up list on the bulletin board for those who can help with the construction of the centers on Thursday, Friday and/or Saturday before VBS and then to remove the construction materials on Saturday, Aug. 10
IN SEARCH OF THE LORD’S WAY
God gave His Son so that we might have everlasting life. What is this everlasting life God has given to us through Jesus Christ? In next week’s lesson, “Life,” Phil Sanders will look at this question from a biblical perspective. The program can be seen Sundays at 7:30 a.m. on WTRF-TV, Ch. 7.