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Your Monthly News & Updates
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Read about Why the Star? 2016, outreach opportunities and so much more!
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Special thanks to Rev. Landa Simmons
for preaching while Rev. Michael was on sabbatical.
"So long, farewell
Auf Weidersehen, goodbye"
Rev. Michael Weeks returns to the pulpit on October 2nd and to the office on October 3rd.
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By Cathy Tillman, Moderator
Pavilion
We are beginning to see our new pavilion taking shape. Concrete has been poured laying out the base for our new pavilion. Excitement is filling the air as we wait to see the final product. Let's keep our eyes open and watch the progress as it now unfolds over the next couple of months. When we first discussed the pavilion, it was decided that we would sponsor a fundraising project to help with covering the cost of the new pavilion. Information providing specifics on purchasing plates that will be located on a plaque and placed on our new pavilion will be available soon. The plates will be available at $150.00 each and may be purchased in memory of someone, in honor of someone, or sponsoring someone. The purchase period will be October 1 through December 31st after which time the plaque will be purchased with plates and located in an appropriate place and manner. This will be a wonderful way to remember someone and have a lasting memento.
Nominating Committee
It is that time of year again when our nominating committee will begin to meet to discuss Slash's leadership for 2017. If you are contacted by a member of our nominating committee, we hope that you will be willing to be a part of our leadership in continuing the growth of Slash Christian Church in serving our Lord! The members of the Nominating Committee include: Keith Dalton-Chair, Leslie West, Elana Gant, and Ginnie Caudell.
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October Serving Schedul
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Elder of the Month: Nancy Farrell
Communion Prep: Julie Moore
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Genesis Elder/Greeter |
Elders |
Diaconate |
Acolytes |
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Carolyn Putnam |
Judy Pierce |
Sherri Beth Smith* |
Avery Pierce |
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Tom Putnam |
Gen Bohannon |
Ruthie Weeks |
Tristan Goodman |
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Julie Peterman |
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Norma Miller |
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Leslie West |
Catherine Young |
Jared Pierce* |
Daniel Peterman |
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Lloyd West |
Nancy Farrell |
Becky Baugher |
Cassidy Penley |
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Olivia Gant |
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Meredith Farrell |
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TBD
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Reggie Martin |
Carlton Shelton* |
John Weeks |
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Ed Baugher |
Steve Harrison |
Brooken Loving |
Christopher Benson |
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Christine Harrison |
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Pat Penley |
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Steve Harrison |
Carolyn Putnam |
Lois Haines* |
Carrie Peterman |
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Becky Baugher |
TBD
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John Haines |
Lauren Markley |
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Tom Putnam |
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Elana Gant |
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Harold Manahan |
Gen Bohannon |
Don Moore* |
Aiden Youngken |
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Carlton Shelton |
Judy Pierce |
Julie Moore |
Hailey Pierce |
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Angie Dalton |
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Jean Smith |
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SAVE THE DATE! Why the Star?, our outdoor Christmas drama, will be shared with our community December 2nd, 3rd and 4th, 2016.
Please join us as we prepare the sets and the drama. We need cast members, crew and hospitality crew. A sign-up sheet will be in the rear of the sanctuary soon or contact Dalton Pierce or Leslie West for more information. We also need help preparing the pathways and sets. We'll have another workday on Saturday, October 22 to clear the pathways, pressure wash some sets and general repair. We'll meet at 9 am and work till noon. We'd love to work with you getting ready to share the story of Christ's birth with our community. Dress rehearsal and group photo will take place Sunday, November 27.
Hope to see you all there! Dalton and Leslie
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Children's Choir ~
9:45 in the sanctuary
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Outreach Opportunities
ACES Food Drive - In conjunction with the CROP WALK this year, we are holding a major non-perishable food drive/hygiene items for ACES. As always the following items are in constant need: beef stew, rice, cereals, canned soups with meat, powdered milk, boxes of macaroni and cheese, peanut butter and jelly, toilet tissue, toothpaste, soap, deodorant, toothbrushes. So return your grocery bag to church on October 2nd and help support ACES. There will be a simple soup and salad luncheon following worship on October 2nd for all to attend. We are planning on soup, salad and crackers with beverage.
Habitat for Humanity Faith Build
Habitat for Humanity Faith Build - SIGN UP - It's a day of GREAT fellowship and I know there will be a laugh or two! Habitat for Humanity is currently in the process of building a FAITH BUILD Home for a mother and her son. Numerous churches in our area are pulling together to work with Habitat to build this home hopefully by Christmas. Slash has joined up to support this project by volunteering to help in the building of this home. If you are interested in helping on October 21st from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., please let Cathy Tillman or any member of the Outreach Committee know. We are looking for 12 persons hopefully that day from Slash to participate the entire day. This is a project that requires no special expertise - just a desire to help! Our youth will actually be preparing lunch for another group of volunteers towards the end of October. So be a part of this exciting day!
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FALL FESTIVAL ~ OCTOBER 30 AT 4:30 p.m.
The annual Fall Festival will be on Sunday, October 30 at 4:30 pm. at Slash. There will be a meal at 5 pm where every family is asked to bring either two side dishes or a side dish and a dessert. There will be a scavenger hunt, costume contest, bonfire and Trunk or Treat!
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Edwin Hodges
Ministries
It is time to collect all of our old Sunday School materials. Each year we mail these materials to Edwin L. Hodges Ministries in Alabama. They in turn ship it to third world countries who really want and need our help. They also want bibles and any Christian materials in good condition. Please bring whatever you have to the Loving building, Fellowship class (that's the one with the piano) by
11-30-16. If you have any questions, contact Betty Sue Martin on 804-798-4553.
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The " Knitters" have been hard at work knitting hats for our Hanover Christmas Mother.
The hats along with pairs of gloves will be shared with those in need this winter.
Glove donations may be placed in the boxes in the Loving and Education Buildings until October 30th. We need lots of gloves! If you have any questions, please contact Betty Sue Martin on 804-798-4553.
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Reconciliation Special Offering will be received October 3
As we have watched the Olympics take place, we have seen such diversification in talents from around the world. People from all walks of life have come together to share in similar experiences. As we think about the reconciliation offering, let's remember the efforts to promote healing, relationships and restoration in the whole family of God. Your generous giving to the Reconciliation Ministry is transforming lives and strengthening Christ's witness
in the world that we love one another, even as Christ continues to love us!
Give to the Reconciliation Offering.
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St. Peter's Church, 15th Annual Golf Tournament
We had 2 teams from Slash supporting St. Peter's Church, 15th Annual Golf Tournament, held July 8th, 2016. This is an annual fundraiser event for their youth programs and we have supported this church's golf event for 10 years now.
Slash Team #1 (in attached photo L-R): Ed Hellermann, Chad Baugher, Keith Dalton and Tom Putnam
Slash Team #2: Pierce Family: Dalton, Shane, Chad and Jared
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On behalf of the Clay Springs Ruritan Club,
we thank Slash Church for its memorial gift in memory of Monroe Loving. Monroe was a faithful and devoted member of the Club for more than 50 years and worked hard to give back to the community to make it a better place in which to live. He will be missed in so many ways.
Thank you. Barry Frere, Treasurer
The Middlesex County Volunteer Rescue Squad Memorial Program gratefully acknowledges your contribution In Memory of Dora Bowles. A card has been sent to the family. Your gift will help in carrying on our volunteer emergency service for all people in this area.
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Flower Ministry
The 2016 flower chart is posted by the office. If you would like to purchas
e flowers
in me
mory of or in honor of a loved one please sign up on the flower chart, fill in an order form and return it to the office. You may email or call the office (798-4520) to order sanctuary flowers.
The sanctuary flower price is $27.00 with checks made payable to Slash Christian Church. Orders do not have to be prepaid.
Next available dates are October 9, 16 and 30.
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Current Needs:
Women's new underwear - especially plus sizes, Women's plus size pajamas
Men's gently used tennis shoes, Men's jeans - sizes 28-32
Boy's winter pants and shirts: sizes 10 - 18, Boy's new underwear and socks - all sizes
Toiletry items - toilet tissue, soap, shampoo, toothbrushes, toothpaste, shaving creme
Queen sheets,
Can openers,
Gently used pots and pans
Thanks for your continued support!
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Prayer Requests
Church Family
Dianne Jones, Jakob Hellermann, Norma Jennings, Carolyn Nash, MaryLee Jones,
Jo Richardson,
Brooken and Sandra Loving, Ernest Goodman
For Healing
Phil Richardson (friend of Steve Harrison and Rod Nash)
Kim Knight (coworker of Steve Harrison)
Charlie Hunt (friend of Judy Pierce)
Sheryl Snellings (friend of Dianne Jones)
David Minor (friend of Janet Williams)
Sarah, Greg & Eli Johnson (friends of the Pierce's nephew, Floyd)
Faisal Saeed (coworker of Cathy Tillman)
Carey, Brian and Cole Staley (daughter of Peg Reynolds and sister of Justin Ott)
Krista and son, Luke Edelman (friend of Meredith Baugher)
Shot Mangum (brother of Judy Pierce)
Bob Henderson (husband of Barbara Henderson)
Ann Graham (sister of Don Kersey)
Tammy Harris (friend of Ted and MaryLee Jones)
Jack McGuire (uncle of Michelle Weeks)
All military personnel, first responders and their families
Unspoken prayer concerns
Love and sympathy are extended to...
Lindsey Penley and family upon the death of Lindsey's cousin, Wess Gray
Don Kersey upon the death of his friend, Joel Greenwood
Ruth Carter upon the death of her friend, Mike Rose
The Elders respectfully request that prayer concerns be updated every two weeks by notifying the office by phone (798-4520) or email ([email protected])
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