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Epworth Tower Epworth United Methodist Church Church Phone: 419-531-4236 Website: www.epworth.com Fax: 419-531-7487

May 8, 2013

Kingdom RockVacation Bible School

For children 3 years old through those finishing 5th grade.

Evening Sessions: Sunday, June 16 through Thursday, June 20, at 6:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Morning Sessions: Monday, June 17 through Friday, June 21, 9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Cost: May 1-15, $15 per child, maximum of $40 per familyMay 16-June 10, $20 per child, maximum of $50 per family

Register and VolunteerRegister online at www.epworth.com (put VBS in the search box or click on the banner) or pick up a form in the narthex or the church office.

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED: We need volunteers who are just finishing 6th grade through age 99!• Crew leaders for preschool and elementary groups of 5 children.• Station leaders in preschool and elementary for games, drama, movies, snacks,

and Imagination Station (experiences with Sciency-Fun Gismos). • Male and female actors throughout the week.• registration helpers the first day, childcare workers, photographers,

technical help, setup, tear down, last minute decoration creation.

There is something for everyone to do to help, no matter how you would like to help or how much time you have to give.

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Personals

With Heartfelt ThanksWords cannot begin to express my heartfelt thanks for all the prayers and cards of concern before my surgery and now during my recovery. A special thanks to Pastor Bob for his presence and prayers at the hospital the day of my surgery. God’s blessing to the Pastors, Staff, and members of the church.Barb Hall

Thank you for your prayers and expressions of encouragement during Bob’s hospitalization and home recovery. Your love has deeply touched us. We feel so blessed to be surrounded by the loving Epworth Christian community. May God Bless you.Yours in Christ,Bob & Marilyn Town

I would like to say a most sincere thank you to Pastor Bob, Pastor Keith and to Sherry, for being the conduit to make the attention happen. Also to friends whose words of encouragement made a difference. I have not been a regular attendee for the 3 years of intensive care needed by my husband, Ed Domansky.I would like to share with Epworth members how Ed enjoyed United Methodist doctrinces and the warmth of the members, so much so he joined Asbury UMC after we were married in 1991. He served on committees for the 15 years he was a member, serving as Chairman of the Board of Trustees for several years. He enjoyed robust health for all those years, treating the office like a job. He’d wake up Monday morning, after ushering on Sunday and report for whatever project needed attention. He was a cradle Catholic and upon the closing of Asbury, he returned to Christ the King Catholic Church.When Pastor Bob visited, either in one of the hospitals or Hospice, Ed was so touched and comforted by Pastor’s parting prayer, he shed a tear, whether

Our Condolences to:Family and friends of Barbara Leapard. Barbara passed away April 26, 2013.

Gus and Mike Drudge and family on the passing of Mike’s father, Frank Drudge, on April 29, 2013.

conscious or comatose. This was much appreciated by all present. At Ed’s funeral there was Pastor Bob, Pastor Wynston Dixon and Priests and much admired Deacon Rob, as well as Dennis Lynch, the latter 2 who delivered the Host and comforting presence in the home, months, and years prior to his final illness.To all these, my family and I say, Thank You.Glenita Rosebery Domansky

The family of Ginny Mewhort appreciates all the many acts of kindness, remembrances, and support we received as we have celebrated her life. She would have been honored by your outpouring of love and care as were we.

Debbie and Randy KellerMartha and Buzz Mewhort

Thank You EpworthI sincerely thank you so much for your graciousness and generosity of the "Love gift." I was completely surprised and very moved by this special gift. It is truly appreciated and I thank you from the bottom of my heart.

It has been a privilege and an honor to serve as the Director of Health Ministries at Epworth for the past 4 1/2 years. I was blessed to work with the "best staff,” a great committee, and so many wonderful Epworth families and homebound members. This job has meant a lot to me, and it has been so fulfilling to be in a position to provide needed ministries for our members and the community. I have truly been blessed, and my life has been enriched as a result of working with all of you.

As I prepare to spend the next few years focusing more time on my family, I am at peace with my decision to step-down at this time and look forward to seeing how God will work with new hands to care for our congregation.

Thank you, and may God bless you all!

Sherry Clark

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May Healing and Wholeness Service

There will be a very special Healing and Wholeness Service on Tuesday, May 14, at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel. Featuring Women of Grace: Rhoda Hess, Theresa Kushner, Lynn Dunlap, BJ Brengartner and Joyce Treat. Not pictured: Karen Landes.

Women of Grace is a group of volunteers who get together once a month to sing at the various nursing and assisted living residences in the area. They also volunteer at Hospice of Northwest Ohio under the name of Threshold Choir. Come and hear about the joys of these very uplifting ministries. Healing can come through music in times of suffering, loneliness and loss.

Robert L. Thomas, Pastor will lead in the healing prayers and preside for the Sacrament of Holy Communion, assisted by Beth Irwin, B.J. Brengartner, Dolli Darah, and Penny McCartney. Cecil Baughman will accompany the service.

How Has God Gifted You?The next Spiritual Gifts Class begins this month. If you haven’t participated in this exciting experience of learning more about yourself, plan to do so in May.

Wouldn’t you like to be aware of the special ways God has gifted you in order for you to make a difference in the world? All our new members are learning about their gifts; it would be a blessing if EVERY member of Epworth knew their gifts and discovered ways to use them.

The next series of Spiritual Gifts Classes will meet Wednesday evenings, May 15, 22, and 29, 7:00-9:00 p.m. Or you can choose the Thursday morning classes meeting May 16, 23, and 30, 10:00-noon. Register by calling Nancy or emailing marilynn@epworth.com. Babysitting can be provided if you notify the church when you register. Cost of the book is $10.

Deborah CircleSaturday, May 11

Let’s meet at 9:30 a.m. at Diana Davis’ home. Light brunch served, maybe it will be nice and we can eat outside. Plan to make luminaries for the people remembered and honored for 2013 Sylvania Relay For Life event. Please RSVP to Diana.

Luminaries will be sold in the cloister on May 12.

New Director of Health Ministries, Communication and

Parish Visitor AnnouncedStaff Parish Relations Committee is pleased to announce that Beth Irwin will be Epworth’s Director of Health Ministries and Parish Visitor replacing Sherry Clark. Beth has been a member of Epworth for 5 years and has two daughters, Caelan and Cameron. Beth brings strong organizational skills and is passionate about helping people on their walk with Christ especially older folks and those with health concerns.

In addition to directing Epworth’s Health Ministries and Parish Visitor programs, Beth will use her expertise in marketing and communications to provide leadership in the area of external publicity and marketing of the many ministries and programs of Epworth into the surrounding community. Beth will begin her responsibilities June 1. (All Health Ministries/Parish Visitor needs will be handled by the pastoral staff during the month of May.)

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Your House…Our House

The Administrative Council has authorized a short term capital campaign for two special needs:

1. A Habitat for Humanity house renovation – Your House

2. Needed renovations for handicap and special needs accessibility here at Epworth – Our House.

The theme of the campaign is Your House…Our House. The theme is a play on the familiar Spanish phrase “Su Casa, Mi Casa.” Our intention is to reach out to help provide a home for a family in our community as well as to do some needed renovations here at our house. Our goal is $75,000. The first $25,000 will go toward our commitment for the Habitat project. The next $50,000 or more will be used here at Epworth for renovations to provide handicap and special needs accessibility improvements to our facility.

We are calling upon the generous members of the Epworth community to make a “second-mile” gift to fund our part of the Habitat for Humanity project as well as much needed renovations to our facilities. Your House…Our House is not only a theme but is the description of the need and the opportunity. We have the opportunity to meet the need of a local family for safe affordable housing and to make needed renovations to enhance the handicap accessibility of our own house.

Please prayerfully consider making a cash gift or pledge to the Your House…Our House Special Campaign on or before our campaign celebration day on Sunday June 9. A pledge card is available in the pews or church office for your convenience.

Afternoon Knitting Group

The Afternoon Knitting group has taken on a new project

and we need your help. We are knitting or crocheting 8 x 8 inch squares to make blankets for the children in shelters in Toledo. We are doing this in co-operation with Michael's. Your help is needed to make squares or to donate your extra yarn. Both can be left in Nancy's office.

The next meeting of Afternoon Knitting will be on Monday, May 13, from 2-4:00 p.m. in the lounge. We always welcome new members. If you have any questions, please contact Susan Sanzenbacher Smith.

Save the Date:

Ed Danziger will be taking a group to Ft. Meigs on July 4th. This summer marks the 200th anniversary of the attack on Ft. Meigs. More details in June.

Epworth Campout/Movie NightJune 1st from 6:30 -?

Come join us on the church grounds for fun, food and fellowship! Bring your tents or campers to stay the night or just join us for the evening by the campfire! The Recreation Committee will be providing hotdogs, S'mores, lemonade and water. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. The Parent Connections group will be helping out with games and there will also be a family-friendly movie offered in the Family Life Center. Pastor Bob will be offering devotions

for the campers on Sunday morning. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Ruthann@epworth.com.

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The Doug Horlick Weekly Golf Outing Friday Mornings

Join us every Friday morning at 9:30 a.m. for the Doug Horlick Weekly Golf Outing. If you enjoy a stroll or a ride in a pleasant park and golf course, join us at Ottawa Park in a non-competitive game where the scores are destroyed after each Friday! Any questions, call Dick Baker or Wendy Lawrence. See you there!

Calling Willing Hands Help Needed NOW!

The Beautification Committee is forming teams to look after one of eight garden areas around the church. Each area has been designed to be a manageable task. If you would enjoy being a part of a team please sign up on the Opportunities Page or contact Emmett Beavers.

Reception Honoring Pastor Carol Williams-Young’s Upcoming Graduation

The Staff Parish Relations Committee will be hosting a reception all morning on Sunday, May 12, to honor Pastor Carol’s graduation from Methodist Theological School in Ohio. Pastor Carol will be delivering the message at all three services on May 12. Plan to stop by to offer your personal greetings and congratulations.

You’re Invited!Pastor Carol will be commissioned as a Provisional Elder during the Celebration of Life and Ministry on Tuesday, June 11, at 4:30 p.m. in Hoover Auditorium at Lakeside. Afterwards we’ll celebrate at the cottage of Pastor Marilynn and Paul Schroeder. Please come and be part of this milestone in the journey we’ve shared! (Parking is limited so carpooling is advised.)

400+ stopped by Epworth for the Glass City Marathon

On Sunday, April 28, Epworth was the parking spot for the first relay point for the Glass City Marathon. Race spectators and supporters arrived in our parking lot around 6:15 a.m. for a short stay for restroom breaks, a dry staging area, hot coffee, ice water and healthy snacks.

Thank you to the 31 Epworth hosts and hostesses who offered a “warm Epworth welcome” to our community. Don’t miss the fun next year…we’ll have the welcome mat ready!

Wonderful Wednesday

Our Wonderful Wednesday program will take a summer hiatus and will start again on the first Wednesday in September (4th) with a very interesting program by Pastor Shirral Petzoldt

from the Good Shepherd (Deaf) Lutheran Church.

See you in SEPTEMBER! 

Priscilla Circle Quilts for Sale Sunday, May 12

The women of Priscilla Circle are busy finishing up our quilts for sale to benefit the Furniture Ministry. The sale will be on Mother’s Day, May 12, in the narthex. We have a variety of sizes, including children’s, and colorful themes. We appreciate your generous support in helping us contribute to the community. Priscilla Circle always welcomes new members, sewers and non-sewers, and if you would be interested in more information, please call Kay Hitchner.

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Vacation Bible School Decorating Supplies

Education is busily preparing the decorations for this year’s Kingdom Rock Vacation Bible School. We are looking for donations of the following items that you do not need returned: a bowling ball, 2 or 3 lb. metal coffee cans, solid color material (purples, reds, blues, silver metallic), round sleds (will be painted but can be returned to owner). These supplies may be dropped off at the church office.

John Arthur Mears Student Loans

Applications are now available for this Epworth loan. Loans of up to $1,000 per year are granted to students in post-high school education. Students may receive up to $4,000 total in loans. Repayment begins 7 months after graduation and there is no interest charged for these loans if payments are made on time.

Applications are in the Education office and are due June 1. After meeting with the Student Loan Committee, loan recipients will be contacted, and funds will be sent to your school in your name.

Graduating?If you or a family member is graduating or has graduated in the past year, we would like to honor them on Sunday, June 2. The Congregational Care Committee will have refreshments in the narthex at 10:00 and graduates will be introduced to the congregation at the end of the 9:45 service. Then they will attend the 11:00 service and be recognized there. Please call the church office or return the postcard you should have received in the mail with the following information: name, school, degree, future plans, and how many will be attending from your family on June 2. Even if you cannot be with us that day, we would still like to print your information in the bulletin.

Preschool MilestoneThe Milestone for Preschoolers will be held Sunday, May 19 at 9:45. Parents and children are encouraged to attend this once a year event. This year we will be jumping into the New Testament as we live out stories of Jesus. Sign up in the classroom or by calling the Education office so we know how many to prepare for.

In The Kingdom This SummerThis summer at 9:45 our Kingdom will be transformed into the city of Athens. Last year during VBS we visited Babylon, this year during summer Kingdom classes for our elementary children, we will be in Athens to learn about Paul’s dangerous journeys to share the truth about Jesus. If you would like to help for one week or two, or the whole summer, we have many ways you can help. You can be a shopkeeper, a tribe leader, a music leader, or Paul himself! All of the lessons are planned for you, and all of the materials are ready for you. The children would love to get to know you!

Please sign up on the Opportunities Page of the bulletin or by calling the Education office.

Even if you aren’t able to volunteer to help in Athens this summer, stop in to see what the children are experiencing. There is always room for visitors in Athens!

NURSERY TODDLER POSITIONWe are accepting applications for a Sunday morning opening in our nursery and toddler area. This job fluctuates between 8:15 and 12:30 each Sunday. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, with childcare experience and training, first aid certification, a non-smoker, and have good rapport with young children, with parents and church members. Background checks, references, and resumes are required. Interested persons may contact Mary Roesti, mary@epworth.com or Dana Jamgochian, dana@epworth.com in the Education office, 419-531-4236.

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Body Recall Summer Sessions begin June 3

The Family Life Center is air-conditioned and a perfect place to exercise three mornings a week this summer, as well as learn ways to do summer tasks using good body mechanics; to get the most from your efforts. The schedule is limited, (two to three weeks each month), and meets M, T, and Th mornings at 9:00. Its a great way to exercise, and gives you plenty of free time to enjoy other ways of staying fit. Give it a try by phoning Pam (certified instructor) at 419-531-4236.

Worship Service SurveyEpworth's Worship committee is committed to providing the best worship experiences possible. To make sure we are meeting the needs of the congregation the committee is taking a survey. You may respond to the survey by going to www.epworth.com, click on stay informed, then click latest news, then click “Worship Survey on Line.” Please complete the survey by Sunday, May 12. Your input is very important. Thank you in advance for your time and interest.

Worship Committee, Jennifer Church CHP.

Epworth Adult SinglesAdult singles ages 30+ are invited to participate. You do not have to be a member of Epworth member to join in the Christian Fellowship, meet new friends and enrich your Christian journey while helping those in need through our outreach projects. For more information or to RSVP, contact Linda Coon or Miss Kate.

Coffee & Such meets Tuesday, May 14 at Barry Bagels on Sylvania Ave. and N. Holland-Sylvania Rd. (behind Handel’s), at 5:30 p.m. and again on Tuesday, June 11 at 5:30 p.m.

Lunch Bunch will meet Tuesday, May 28, at noon at Shorty’s Roadhouse on Monroe. Please let Miss Kate or Linda know or sign up on the Opportunities Page in the Sunday bulletin if you plan to attend so we can make sure we have enough seats. We can always make room for one more if you find you are able to attend at the last minute.

Back By Popular Demand – Game Night Our May monthly meeting will be on Friday, May 17, at 6:30 p.m. at Charlie’s on West Central across from Lowes. Order off the menu and get ready to play! Please bring your favorite board game if you have one. We will have Mexican Train Dominos, Scrabble, or Canasta if we can get a table together. Please let Linda know if you plan to attend and don’t forget to invite other Single friends.

Serving St. Paul’s Lunch Saturday, June 1, the Epworth Adult Singles group will prepare and serve the St Paul’s lunch. This is a very enlightening opportunity and very much appreciated by the clients at St. Paul's. Scott Lenz is chairing this event and your help and support is needed.

Don’t Forget to bring a kitchen item for the Furniture Ministry BLESSINGS DEPARTMENT. Items are desperately needed as we continue to increase the number of clients we are able to serve.

Looking Ahead – A trip to Shipshewana coming up – date and details TBA.

Furniture MinistryNext pickup dates are: May 11 June 1, 8, 22, July 13, 27.Client selection dates are: May 18, June 15, July 20.Call 567-694-3710 to arrange for a donation pickup.

The Epworth Furniture MinistryWe are always in need of items to gift to the families we serve. Instead of giving you a long list of those needs, we're going to make this list short and sweet. "THINK SLEEP!" We are in critical need of beds of any size, sheets and blankets. So, as you're cleaning out your closets, visiting with friends or out at garage sales, "THINK SLEEP!"

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Health Ministries

HEALTH MINISTRIES MOMENT:How does your sugar stack up?

• Make smart choices from each food group.

• Find your balance between food and physical activity.

• Get the most nutrition out of your calories.

• Increase your daily intake of fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and non-fat or low-fat milk and milk products.

• Choose fats wisely for good health.

• Choose foods and beverages low in added sugars.

• Choose and prepare foods with little salt.

• If you choose to drink alcohol, do so in moderation.

• Keep food safe to eat.

The average person in the US eats about 21 teaspoons of added sugar each day which is about 17% of the average caloric intake. Sugar consumption has increased about 23% over the last 30 years. The World Health Organization recommends limiting intake of added sugars to 10% or less of total calories. Sugar does play a part in the current health crisis around the globe contributing to people being overweight and obese. Overweight and obesity are risk factors for chronic diseases such as high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, diabetes and certain cancers.

Sugar is the most common food additive in the United States. There is “hidden” sugar in such things as spaghetti sauce, baked beans, ketchup, steak and seasoning sauces, salad dressing and instant cereals to name a few. Sweetened beverages, like regular soda, juice drinks, sports drinks, energy drinks and flavored coffee drinks are loaded with sugar. Be sure to read your Nutrition Facts Label on your food. Sugar is listed under “Total Carbohydrates” and consists of the naturally occurring sugars and the added sugars. Ingredients are listed in order by weight so check to see how often sugar is listed as the first, second or third ingredient. Common listings are beet sugar, brown sugar, cane sugar, confectioner’s sugar, corn sweetener, corn syrup, dextrose, fructose, glucose, high-fructose corn syrup, honey, invert sugar, lactose, maltose, maple syrup, molasses, powdered sugar, raw sugar, sorghum, sucrose, table sugar and Turbinado sugar. Sugar free means that the food has less than 0.5 grams of sugar in one serving. All natural does not mean that sugar has not been added. Remember that a restaurant portion can be more than three servings. A deli bagel or muffin is usually four servings and a large muffin may have as much as 6 teaspoons of added sugar and a cereal bowl holds two or more servings. Consult with cookbooks that have lower-sugar recipes and alternatives.

NEW Alzheimer’s /Dementia Support Group: Support for the Caregiver of a Loved One with Memory Loss

A new support group is forming at Epworth for caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s or other dementia-related diseases. This support group plans to meet the third Saturday of each month in the lounge at Epworth from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Our first meeting will be on Saturday, June 15.

Debra Bradford and Milo Bishop will be co-facilitating this group. They bring real life experience, understanding, information, and references to this new endeavor.

This group is open to the community. However, if you are interested in attending this group, you must pre-register by contacting Debra Bradford or Milo Bishop.

If you are caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or Dementia, we hope you will consider joining this group. Remember, you do not have to walk this journey alone.

Source: Dietary Guidelines-U.S. Department of Agriculture and Department of Health and Human Services

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Health Ministries

Durable Medical EquipmentHealth Ministries wants to make the congregation aware that Epworth has an inventory of durable medical equipment items that are available for our members to borrow. The medical equipment items currently available include walkers, canes, crutches, shower chairs, raised toilet seats and commode chairs.

If you or a family member would like to borrow any medical equipment, please call the church office.

FUN AT THE HEALTH FAIR!The Family Life Center was filled with great fellowship on Sunday, April 21, at Health Ministries annual Health Fair! Those attending took advantage of numerous free health screenings, massages, and delicious treats! Demonstrations of Tai Chi and Body Recall were also featured at the fair and were a big hit!

Health Ministries would like to thank you for your support and participation in this year’s Family Health fair. See additional pictures from the Health fair at Epworth’s website.

Body Recall Demonstration

Tai Chi Demonstration

Disability Simulations

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St. Paul’s Monthly Meals 2013We are in need of volunteers to make and serve a lunch at St. Paul’s Community Center on the first Saturday of each month July to October for 2013. This is a great ministry and the perfect project for families, Wesley groups, Sunday School classes, Share groups and committees. Please contact the church office if you are able to contribute, prepare or serve a lunch for St. Paul’s, which provides an important service to the homeless in our community.

Celebration Blessing

“but those who hope in the LORDWill renew their strength;They will fly up on wings like eagles;They will run and not be tired;They will walk and

not be weary.”

ISAIAH 40:31

personally greet gaston and bishop ntambo! Come join Bishop Palmer, Bishop Ntambo, Gaston Ntambo and Bishop Devadhar (bishop of Greater New Jersey last quadrennium) to bless the new Caravan for North Katanga Wings of the Morning.

when: May 15, 2013 • 1:45 - 2:30 PM

who: All are invited!

where: Wright Bros. Aero at the Dayton International Airport 3700 McCauley Drive, Vandalia, OH 45377 • Ph: 937-890-8900 (Parking and Entrance signs will be posted.)

For More Information, visit: www.westohioumc.org and click on the calendar event

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BUNCOOnce every month the Friends in Faith women gather at one of our homes for an evening of fellowship, food and Bunco. The hostess of the month provides the main course and everyone else is asked to bring a side dish, appetizer or dessert to share. We start at 6:30

p.m. The next opportunity to join us is June 20 at Christina Nishiki’s. RSVP to Christina.

Friends in Faith Book ClubOn Tuesday, May 21 at 7:00 p.m. in the Epworth Lounge we will discuss Loving Frank, an American Novel by Nancy Horan.

On June 25, we will discuss A Week in Winter by Maeve Binchy. We will meet at 7:00 p.m. in the Volunteer Office.

Friends in Faith Sunday SchoolJoin us for conversation around Favorite Bible Passages; Lessons from 26 Familiar Texts. We meet every Sunday morning in room 101 at 9:45 a.m. New members or visitors are welcome at any time.

MISSION TEACHING TRIP TO HAITI

Are you interested in a life-changing experience? Epworth will be sending a mission team to Haiti the week of August 31-September 7, 2013 to teach at Grace Children’s Hospital. We are looking for physical, occupational and respiratory therapists, nurses, social workers and other health-care providers who would be interested in sharing basic science information with Grace Children’s Hospital’s Community Health Workers and Nurses who are working with children with disabilities. We will be teaching in a small group setting and will travel with the Community Workers as they provide at-home rehabilitation services to the children.

This is an opportunity to see and experience first-hand what Epworth has been a part of in Haiti for more than 40 years. For more information contact Jo Hartman.

Epworth has a prayer chain. Many faithful prayer warriors, including every staff member, receive notice by email each time there is a request for prayer. If you or your family has a need, please call Nancy in the church office, and she will send out your request immediately. Many will be praying within a short period of time and will continue to pray. We believe prayer changes things. Our trust in God is strengthened when we rely on the Lord to hear us. If you desire to be one of those praying for others, let Nancy know your email address and you will become an instrument of grace through your prayers.

Church Office Summer Hours

Summer hours are: June 3 through August 30,

8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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Epworth Sunday Morning Education Program

Nursery, Toddler, and Pre-schoolNursery and Toddler childcare meet at 8:30, 9:45, and 11:00 in the pre-school wing. Our Toddlers learn from Play-n-Worship lessons geared to two year olds which let them know how much we love them, and how much God loves them.

Pre-school Education Preschool children ages 3-5 years-old not yet in kindergarten are invited to join us Sunday morning in rooms 112 and 114 for Play-N-Worship. Each month the children will explore a new Bible Point through stories, songs, and play. The children will also memorize a Bible verse, learn an action prayer, and collect Pennies for Jesus offering to buy Children’s Bibles to send with our mission teams. This exciting new approach to preschool education will have your child singing, praying, and worshiping all week long!

Elementary (Kindergarten through Fifth Grade) at 9:45Each week we all begin in room 205 at 9:45 to experience the Oasis, a place to refresh and renew your spirit through music, drama, and prayer. Then at 10:00, we move to other rooms with shepherds for games, cooking, art, and science activities. Check out the new OASIS room! Our new audio visual equipment is installed and the room has a fresh, new look. Thanks to all who helped create this oasis in the midst of our busy church. This room was created to accommodate adult classes as well as children’s activities. Stop in and see this great new space upstairs in the kingdom hallway in room 205. Look for the palm trees and you’re there!

Elementary (Kindergarten through Third Grade) at 11:00WOW (Worship Our Way)

This class meets in Bible Time Players (room 205) directly following the Pastor’s Children’s Moment. Each week the children will learn about God’s love through age appropriate lessons packed with hands-on learning through praise, worship, and prayer.

Sixth Grade SLAM class at 9:45 in room 206.

Donuts and the Bible Junior High, Room 003 off the FLC Senior High, Room 215

Adult Education at 9:45 a.m.Parents Unite, Room 213We are studying Crazy Love by Francis Chan. This is a wonderful DVD study and discussion for small groups, with a companion book that may be read outside of class if you desire. Come join us for discussion and renew your spirit.

Adult Bible Study, Room 214Join us for our DVD series in the study of “Paul.” We will study (1) How Jesus invited this young hothead to change his life, (2) How Paul responded to God’s call to share with others the message that had transformed him, (3) How Paul the theologian unfolds a history-changing concept, and finally (4) How Paul cared for people as the pastor and mentor. We will look at the question, what does Paul’s conversion and growth in Christianity suggest about our own experience? Join us anytime; we welcome your participation.

Coffee and Conversation Class, Room 020 (Volunteer Office)The miniseries “The Bible” shown on the History Channel offered adaptations of the best-known stories in the Bible. From Noah’s Ark and Daniel in the Lion’s Den to the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus, this series took a walk through God’s story and the people in it. We are viewing clips from the series and discussing how stories of the Bible pertain to us today. We love new faces. We even have our own coffee pot!

Epworth Sunday Morning Education continued

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Epworth Sunday Morning Education continued Friends in Faith, Room 101Join us for conversation around Favorite Bible Passages; Lessons from 26 Familiar Texts. We meet every Sunday morning in room 101 at 9:45 am. New members or visitors are welcome at any time.

Adult Education at 11:00 a.m.Sermon Notes Discussion, Room 214 The topic for discussion each week relates to the sermon of the day, guided by the weekly sermon notes. Feel free to drop in any time. The discussion is always interesting.

Over 1000 “Kids of all ages” attended the second annual Touch A Truck event, Saturday, May 4 in the Epworth parking lot. They climbed on, over, and through 23 vehicles, honked the horns, squirted the fire hose on the antique fire truck, and enjoyed free ice cream, courtesy of Walker Funeral Home.

Thanks to all who participated and helped make this such a spectacular free day for our community!

TOUCH - a - TRUCK

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5/12 Sunday Mother’s Day 9:45 am Donuts & The Bible NO SWATs --- Spend time with Mom!5/18 Saturday Youth Sunday Rehearsal --- 9 am - noon5/19 Sunday Youth Sunday - God is Calling.... will you answer? 12:30 Youth Sunday Family Banquet in Family Life Center NO SWAT’s due to Youth Sunday weekend5/26 Sunday Memorial Day Holiday Weekend --- No Donuts & The Bible No SWATs6/02 Sunday 9:45 am Donuts & The Bible 6 & 7:30 SWATs6/09 Sunday 9:45 am Donuts & The Bible 6 & 7:30 SWATs - Last SWATs of school year6/16 Sunday Father’s Day 9:45 am Donuts & The Bible6/23-28 Sun-Fri Junior SWAT Mission Week - Athens Ohio Confirmation Participation Element7/13-20 Sat-Sat Senior SWAT Mission Week – Location being decided7/25 Thurs SWAT at Cedar Point Day