September 25, 2005

MORNING WORSHIP

Genesis 3:1-6, 4:3-7, 6:5-8
(Scripture Reader: Chuck Leininger)
“Crouching Pleasure, Hidden Danger: The Lingering Effects of Sin”
(Pastor Jeff)
Lead Worshipers: Praise Team
Offering: Unity Church Ministries

EVENING WORSHIP

Genesis 3-11
“What’s Up With That #2: Brokenness Explored”
Offering: Teen Hope

Welcome to Unity Church

We are glad you have joined today to worship Jesus Christ. We pray that you will sense the power and presence of God as we journey together through the Old Testament and witness his goodness and faithfulness.

Old Testament Challenge

Fast-Track Readings for this week (Week 3): Genesis 12-14, 15-17, 18:1-15, 21-23, 25:1-11 and Psalm 17, 47, 105. For more information about the OTC visit www.unitycrc.org/otc.

TONIGHT at 6:30pm at First CRC Disabilities Awareness Service

Speaker: Rev. Bill Van Dyken of Rock Valley, IA - Chaplain at Hope Haven
Music: First Church Praise Team and a local male quartet.
Offering: Friendship Ministries
A time of fellowship and refreshments will follow the service.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Youth Group Italian Night Fundraiser Wednesday, October 26th at Unity Church

UNITY FAMILY CARES AND CONCERNS

Care Circle #6 Potluck TODAY
We welcome all visitors to join us in the Fellowship Hall following coffee this morning for a potluck dinner.

Thanks from the Youth Group
Last year we raised $4,130.85 from our fundraisers. Thank You!! It really helped us this past year.
Brent Dahl, Youth Group Accountant

Abuse Prevention Training
This Wednesday or Next Sunday
Those of you who received letters in your mail slots must attend one of the training sessions. If you absolutely cannot attend one of these sessions, please contact a member of the Abuse Prevention Ministry Team. Childcare providers under the age of 16 do not need to attend. We mistakenly sent letters to these care providers. We apologize for the confusion this may have caused.

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES AT UNITY

Library Team Meeting TODAY
Meet in the Library after worship.

Youth Group Bonfire This Week
Wednesday night we will have a bonfire as a memorial for Samantha. Meet at church and we will carpool to Dale & Donna Elliots’. Their address is 36193 US Hwy 212. Call Jill for rides.

Cadets Kicks Off This Week
The Prinsburg Cadet Club will kick off this Wednesday at 6:30pm at the First CRC Fellowship Hall. All boys in grades 2-8 are invited to join us.

Unity Childcare Substitute Position Available
We need someone who loves to work with children and is available for a couple hours per week. The person needs to be certified in child CPR. If you are not certified but are willing to go through the training to get certified please contact Unity Childcare to set up an interview.

Unity Childcare Fall Fundraiser Concession Stand - October 1
Goodies will be for sale at the CMCS Soccer Tournament next Saturday. If you would like to donate cookies or bars, please bring them to church by Friday, September 30th. We also need help selling that day. If you can help, please contact April Swierenga.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

From Sea To Shining Sea New Digital-Video Production Don and Fran Van Polen will present rare scenes from across our country, along with inspiring narrative about its wonders and natural resources on Monday, September 26 at 7:00pm in the CMCS high school gym. Cost is $5 per person or $12 per family. All proceeds go to support the CMCS yearbook. Come enjoy this amazing film about our country!

Senior Citizens Gathering Friday, September 30th
We will have a potluck dinner at 11:30am at the Community Center. A-G bring salads, H-M desserts, and N-Z casseroles. There will be a tour of Apol’s Harley Davidson in Raymond at 1:00pm for those who are interested. After returning, we will play games and cards.

Obesity: The Disease of Epidemic Proportions
The Parents Club of CMCS invites you to learn more about the growing epidemic of childhood and adolescent obesity on Monday, October 3 at 7:00pm in the CMCS high school music room. Dr. Bateman, pediatrician specializing in childhood and adolescent obesity, will provide information on how we as families, school, and community can promote healthy lifestyle behaviors.

GEMS BBQ SUPPER
Tuesday, October 4 GEMS will serve BBQ, beans, chips, bars and a beverage. Stop by the First CRC basement before the volleyball and soccer games at Central Minnesota Christian School or any time between 5pm and 7pm for a bite to eat!

Daycare Openings Available
Are you in need of childcare? Are you looking for a loving, Christian environment for your children? Unity Childcare has openings for children ages 6 weeks old to school age. If you would like more information or would like to sign your children up, contact the Unity Childcare to talk with Jenny or Mary.

Fourth Annual Caregiving Mini-Retreat - October 17
Join us from 1:30 to 4:00pm at the Willmar Area Senior Citizens Center for this free event. The mini-retreat features music by Terry Shaw and “Butterscotch Caregiving,” a presentation by Virginia McCone, author of Butterscotch Sundaes: My Mom’s Story of Alzheimer’s. We will serve ice cream sundaes after the presentation. Call Taryn for more information.

Attention all GEMS and Interested Women and Girls
The new and improved BELEIVIN’IT GIRLZ TOUR is coming to the area! Saturday, October 22 from 1:00 to 4:00pm at Sioux Falls Christian Middle School Gymnasium in Sioux Falls, SD. This event will help women understand the power of God’s truth and their own identity. Praise and worship will be led by Grace and Colleen, official worship leaders for GEMS Club. Don’t miss out! Be sure to invite your friends! Advance tickets are on sale until October 5. For more information contact your GEMS Coordinator, Barb Ahrenholz.