Volume 5 Issue 1

O ur reporters have

worked really hard

this week, learning how to

be good reporter sand

learning that FAITH IS

BELIEVING IN GOD!

They learned of great men

of faith—Abraham, Joseph,

Moses, Gideon and David.

Each of these men’s lives

demonstrated their faith in

God. Hopefully, our report-

ers will also demonstrate

the faith they have in the

way they live.

Mission Project

P. I. D. Haiti P enny Wars are Raging!

Our totals for our first

four days are:

GREEN: 9344 YELLOW: 9151

RED: 6427 The monies collected will go

toward building a house in

Haiti. Our crate is full! The

toiletry items will go to the

children in Haiti. Partners

In Development thanks

everyone very much for their

generous donations!

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COME BACK TO LEDGEWOOD BAPTIST!

We had so much fun this week with all of you who

joined us. Please come back any time and join in

the activities of our church.

We have Sunday School for all ages—including 4

adult classes. We have Nursery care during our

worship services. Our Youth Groups meets every

Sunday evening from Sept—May and enjoys camp-

ing trips and outings in the summer months. See

the additional pages of this newsletter and/or visit

our website www.ledgewoodbaptist.com for more

information. We certainly hope to see you again!

Keep God’s Word in Your Hearts!

Faith Illustrated

Friday July 29, 2011

The RED Team won the Hats and

Color day!

The GREEN Team has won the

penny race for several days!

The YELLOW team won the Many

Colors day!

Ledgewood Baptist Church

www.ledgewoodbaptist.com

EXTRA! EXTRA! READ ALL ABOUT IT!

Today’s Assignment:

DAVID I Samuel 17

Important Dates

Friday July 29 Noon

Picnic Bring your entire

family!

Friday July 29 7:00 pm

Closing Program Come

see what our re-

porters have been

doing all week!

Sunday July 31

11:00 am Share

VBS songs with

LBC

Saturday Dec. 3

10:00am–12 noon

Happy Birthday Baby Jesus

Party! VBS Reunion

LBC Worship Services at

8:30 am and 11:00 am and

Sunday School for all ages

from 9:45 –10:45.

Peach Festival

Sat. Aug. 13

“Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and

certain of what we do not see.” Hebrews 11:1

“The Lord is Faithful to all His promises.”

Psalm 145:13b

“We live by faith, not by sight.”

I Corinthians 5:7

“The Righteous shall live by faith.”

Romans 1:17

“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to

forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all

unrighteousness.” I John 1:9

Remember your VBS memory verses:

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Ledgewood Baptist Church VBS Extra! Extra! Believe All About It! Day 5 David Ages 3,4,5

―Then said David to the Philistine, You come against me with sword, and spear, and javelin, but I come

Against you in the name of the LORD Almighty, the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have defied.‖

1 SAMUEL 17:45 DAVID & GOLIATH (1 SAMUEL 17:1-52)

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Ledgewood Baptist Church VBS Extra! Extra! Believe All About It!

Day 5 David Kindergarten—Grade 2

As a young boy David used a slingshot to slay a giant, Goliath. Make your own David

puppet by cutting out the picture below and pasting them onto a lunch bag.

David and Goliath - CRYPTOGRAM

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

11 6 21 8 15 5 23 2 19 20 4 26 3 7 24 17 18 13 10 9 25 16 1 12 22 14

19 9 19 10 7 24 9 6 22 10 1 24 13 8 24 13

.

10 17 15 11 13 9 2 11 9 9 2 15 26 24 13 8 10 11 16 15 10

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9 2 15 6 11 9 9 26 15 19 10 9 2 15 26 24 13 8 10

11 7 8 2 15 1 19 26 26 23 19 16 15 11 26 26 24 5

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22 24 25 19 7 9 24 24 25 13 2 11 7 8 10

Directions: This puzzle is called a Cryptogram. At the top there is a KEY that lists all the letters of the alphabet from A to Z with a box below. Each of the letters has a corresponding number.

The bottom part contains a verse from the Bible to remind us of the story of David and Goliath. Each of the blanks has a number underneath it. Fill in each blank with the letter that corresponds to the number below to dis-cover the verse.

Ledgewood Baptist Church VBS Extra! Extra! Believe All About It! Day 5 David Third – Sixth Grade

Ledgewood Baptist Church Sunday School

―A PLACE FOR EVERYONE‖

Ledgewood Baptist Church Sunday School is committed to Biblical based teaching. In all our clas-

ses the Bible is the primary textbook. The Bible and its importance in our lives is the primary focus

of all our classes from the three year old to the senior citizen. We firmly believe that the Bible is

God’s Word. We believe the Bible speaks to us and offers us guidelines for living a life full of God’s

blessings.

The following is a listing of the classes and their individual focus for– the 2011 Sunday School year

PRIMARY DEPARTMENT

Preschool – Second Grade

Located on the second floor of the church

Primary Department Pianist – Mrs. Marilyn Patterson

Primary Department Music Leader – Mrs. Kathie Stark

Every Sunday in this department begins with an opening where all the children sing, pray, listen to

stories and share their thoughts and prayers. The children learn many memory verse songs during

this time. After opening each child goes to his/her age appropriate class. The individual classes in

this department are:

Beginners: Three year old - Prekindergarten

Mrs. Becky Rubenstein

During this class there is a short Bible story and simple hand work. The children have fun learning

about Jesus and other important people in the Bible.

Kindergarten – Second

Mrs. Katrinka Sullivan

One goal of this class is to help children understand that the things they learn from the Bible can

be used in their everyday lives. This is accomplished through Bible stories and fun activities. The

class focuses on knowing Jesus, the words of Jesus and that Jesus loves all of them.

JUNIOR DEPARTMENT

Third – Eighth Grade

These classes meet in the Fellowship Center, the large building with the gym in back of the Church. The in-

dividual classes in this department are:

Third – Fifth Grade – Mrs. Pam Freund

The focus of this class is to help students become familiar with the many wonderful promises of the

Bible, and learn how to better follow Jesus and make Him an integral part of their lives. Learning

how to use the Bible is an important goal of this class. How the Bible is organized and was written,

its key historical events and major personalities are discussed. An emphasis on memorizing scrip-

ture is also incorporated. Students in this class also present puppet skits centered on Biblical

teaching or Bible stories. (Upstairs Fellowship Center)

Sixth – Eighth Grade Middle School Class – Ms. Carol Kagdis

This class began exploring heaven and read 90 Minutes in Heaven, and is currently exploring ―other

worldly‖ things by working through 23 Minutes in Hell. The follow-up will be a study of the end

times using Understanding Biblical Prophecy For Yourself by Tom LaHaye. (Downstairs Fellowship

Center)

ADULT DEPARTMENT

HIGH SCHOOL – ADULT

Unless otherwise indicated, these classes meet in the Christian Education Building, which is the white house

to the left of the church. The individual classes in this department are:

Ninth–Twelfth Grade High School Class – Mrs. Celeste Holwick

This class focuses on the teachings of the Bible and how these directly relate to the challenges of

youth. This class strives to have students embrace Christian convictions and attitudes toward self

and others. (Upstairs Fellowship Center)

Young Adult: – Mr. Bob Stark

This class is designed to strengthen the faith and help those who attend grow in their relationship

with God by answering some of the questions Christians face today. Studies have included: an in-

depth look at some of the books of the Bible, discussion of current events and how these events im-

pact the world in which we live, and a study of the major religions of the world and the differences we

find in these when compared to the beliefs and truths we hold as Christians. The studies are de-

signed to help answer the questions, ―What do I really believe? How does what is going on in the

world affect me? What does God want me to do about it? (Downstairs Fellowship Center)

Adult: Women

This small group study is open to women of all ages seeking fellowship and discussion. The focus of

the class is to study Biblical material geared toward issues particular to women. Currently the group

is using the book, Having a Mary Spirit by Joanne Weaver. (This class meets in the upstairs sanctuary

Sunday School room.)

Adult: Coed – Mrs. Shirley Blewett

This class has a wide range span as it is open to any adult any age. This class is getting back to ba-

sics by searching for an understanding of the Bible. The discussions in this class are lively and in

depth with the Scripture always having the first and last words. (This class meets in Jackson Hall, the

room adjacent to the church kitchen.)

Adult: Coed – Rev. David Holwick

Usually this class studies through a book of the Bible, but on occasion will study a particular topic.

The format emphasizes discussion about the text and application to ones life. This class is designed

so that those who ―drop in‖ will not be at a disadvantage. (This class meets in the Sunday School room,

the large room right off the sanctuary)

Adult: Coed – Mrs. Trilby Salmon

This class is presently using the DVD study, "40 Days of Love" by Rick Warren. This study is teach-

ing what it means to be made in the image of God and what He desires in our relationship with Him

and with others. The class begins with a brief time of prayer, and when one study is completed, the

class decides on the next study. We are happy to have new people, so please come and learn with us

as we study God's word together. (This class meets downstairs in the Christian Education Building, the

white house to the left of the Church.)

Vacation Bible School is only part of Ledgewood Baptist’s ministry

in our community. We would love to have you join us each week for

worship. We also have lots of opportunities for you to meet other

people and classes to study the Bible.

Our services are every Sunday at 8:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.

Pastor David Holwick and his wife

Celeste have served in Ledgewood

for over twenty years.

They would love to get to know

YOU!