From Rev. Brock Patterson

"Woohoo for 2023 at The Chapel!"

2023 is underway at The Chapel! Lots of exciting, new stuff is heading our way, so I hope you plan to get connected with us at The Chapel. This Chapeline electronic newsletter, which is published and sent every Tuesday afternoon, is the BEST way to stay connected. This newsletter allows us to include details about all of The Chapel’s ministry, service, and social opportunities.

Are you interested in Bible Study? The next Bible Study begins in just a few days, on Wednesday, January 11, 2023. The 12-week class will review the book of Revelation, one of the most fascinating and interesting books in the Bible. Bible Study is a great way to meet people, further one’s understanding of God’s work, and be entertained, all at the same time! I hope you plan to join me in the morning or evening class or even online if you can’t make it in person! One last thing: If you miss a class, come thirty minutes early the next week and I’ll review the one you missed. Yep! I’m trying to remove all the easy excuses so that you must come up with something good to skip the class.

Also, we have a BIG need for some additional audio/visual “techies” to assist in our sanctuary on Sunday mornings. Our live stream is very popular and our microphones during worship are essential. If you have a decent knowledge of modern technology, we can use your help. Did I mention these are paid positions? They are and we need more help! Contact me directly if you are interested.

Thank you so much for a great 2022 at The Chapel. Your hard work, generosity, and kindness are making a difference in the communities we serve. I am privileged to serve as your Senior Pastor and I’m humbled that you chose me to join you on this fabulous journey.  

Thank you, Chapel folks! I love you!

God Bless.

Brock

This Week at the Chapel

Although the holidays are over,

hunger continues.

Please continue to donate to our food drive.

Our local food pantries are desperate for all types of non-perishable food.  Bring what you can to the Chapel and we will make sure it gets to the proper place. Every little bit helps feed those in need. 

(All items must be new, unopened, and in sealed packages.)

A HUGE "Thank you" to all who have donated to this very worthwhile cause. 

Please consider joining us as a

Sunday Worship Service usher or greeter.

We need 4 ushers and 2 greeters for each Sunday Service. We are exceptionally grateful to those who already serve in these roles and look forward to some new faces as well. Please sign up in

Shook Fellowship Hall.



As always, thank you!

Shifting Sands Support Group Will Meet This Week

The Next Meeting Will Be on:

January 5, 2023

at 10:00 a.m.

Contact Jeffrey Nunes

with questions at:

jeff@longboatislandchapel.org

(941) 383-6491 or (941) 567-8078

You do not have to do life alone.

Mark Your Calendar for the 2023 Bible Study

Some Upcoming Chapel Events

Chapel Book Club

Will meet on January 9, 2023

At The Lazy Lobster

at 12:00 p.m.

The book reading is

"Commonwealth"

by Ann Patchett

Please sign up in Fellowship Hall.

Questions: Judy Achre (paulandjudy@gmail.com)

Would you like to honor or remember

someone with FLOWERS in Sunday Worship?

Would you like to sponsor

SPECIAL MUSIC during Sunday Worship?

Contact the Chapel Office

(941) 383-6491

admin@longboatislandchapel.org

Please remember:

Pledge Cards for 2023 are always welcome!

Return them now if you haven't already!

IN OUR PRAYERS

Amy James

Carola

Dennis Cooper

Don

Elisa

Ethel Doughty

George

Hudson

Betty Jo Haas

Kelly Johnson

Michael Kinney

Jaclyn Lenhart and Family

Kathy Logsdon

Mike and Chris Dawson

Sharky

Sean Walsh

Ingrid

Marty Moyer

Larry Auerbach

and

our service men and women

Amazon will donate a percentage of each qualified purchase

to a designated organization of your choice.

Longboat Island Chapel is registered with Amazon and if you will select the Chapel as your designated organization, Amazon will donate a percentage of each qualified purchase to the Chapel. 

This is free money for the Chapel, so please, register today!

Instructions for Amazon Smile: Log into your Amazon account as normal. In the Amazon search bar, search for Amazon Smile. When you are asked to select a charitable organization, search for “Longboat Island Chapel”. Select the Chapel from the list and you are finished. Then, each time you shop on Amazon, always begin by searching for “Amazon Smile” in the search bar. When you do this, it automatically triggers your donation to the Chapel. Then, shop as normal.

Please help the Chapel by registering for Amazon Smile.

 Longboat Island Chapel

is registered with Amazon