en sjsprunger@gmail.com Copyright 2012 2012-05-18T01:53:03+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/business-meeting-may-20 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/business-meeting-may-20#When:01:53:03Z A special congregational business meeting has been scheduled for Sunday morning, May 20.  The meeting will follow the morning worship service.  Uncategorized, 2012-05-18T01:53:03+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/das-marit http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/das-marit#When:01:41:03Z Das Marit Farmers' and Artists' Market is opening for the season this Saturday, May 19.   Come and explore all of the produce and plants. Uncategorized, 2012-05-18T01:41:03+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/senior-trip-june-7 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/senior-trip-june-7#When:01:36:57Z The June Senior Trip will be on Thursday, June 7, 2012. We will be going to the Wright-Patterson Air Force Museum in Dayton, Ohio, which includes airplanes from the Wright Brothers era (and from many other countries) on up to present day space travel. The total cost will be $12.00 per person, which includes an IMAX show. Lunch is on your own at the Museum Cafeteria. There is a lot of walking, but wheelchairs are available. Call Dave & Carolee Nussbaum, 589-2453, or Harold & Marie Nussbaum, 589-2461, to make your reservation. We will be leaving from the east parking lot at 8 a.m. Uncategorized, 2012-05-18T01:36:57+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/summer-camps http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/summer-camps#When:00:49:28Z Don't miss the opportunity to attend church camp!  Register for Camp Friedenswald at www.friedenswald.org and Camp Luz at www.campluz.com. Uncategorized, 2012-04-18T00:49:28+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/sesquicentennial-quilt http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/sesquicentennial-quilt#When:14:42:21Z For years there has been talk about permanently hanging the Sesquicentennial Quilt, which was uniquely designed by Roger and Verna Sprunger, carefully appliquéd by Becky (Mrs. Jeff) Lehman, and completed in 1988 to commemorate the 150 years of our existence. But like all other good intentions, it just never got done. Well, that is no longer the case. The historical committee is proud to announce that the quilt is hanging on the east interior wall of the church over by the Hebrews Coffee area – if you come up the east steps you can’t miss it. Uncategorized, 2012-04-09T14:42:21+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/e-mail-prayer-chain http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/e-mail-prayer-chain#When:14:28:11Z If you would like to be a part of the churchwide e-mail prayer chain, please contact the church office with your e-mail address.  If you wish, you may receive these e-mails at more than one e-mail address, for example, your home e-mail and your work e-mail.  Contact the office at 589-3108 or e-mail judy@firstmennonite.org. Uncategorized, 2012-04-09T14:28:11+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/mennonite-sernio-trip-august-7-10 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/mennonite-sernio-trip-august-7-10#When:13:54:18Z A summer trip has been planned to the beautiful hills of central Kentucky.  Ten attractions will include the Stephen Foster Musical, Lincoln Museum, an Amish/Mennonite Community, Shaker Village, a paddle boat ride, a comedy play, and the Kentucky Horse Park.  Oh yes, shopping, good food, and great fellowship are also included.  The trip date is August 7-10, 2012.  For more information contact Barb Yoder or Fred Lehman. Uncategorized, 2012-02-20T13:54:18+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/recycle-pop-cans-for-youth http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/recycle-pop-cans-for-youth#When:13:42:30Z Each THIRD SATURDAY of the month, the youth will be placing a recycle bin in the church's west lot.  Please place pop cans only in the container.  All revenue will go toward youth ministries.  Thank you! Uncategorized, 2012-02-20T13:42:30+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/family-movie-night-february-4th http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/family-movie-night-february-4th#When:16:26:05Z On Saturday, February 4th from 6:30-8:30 pm Kim and Darin Ringger will be sharing about how they became involved with the organization that placed Rashida and Arnell with their family. We will also be showing the movie 'Smile" about the life of a girl who doesn't get the surgery she needs until she is a teenager. This meeting is open for the whole family in the Family Life Center. Kids are welcome to bring a pillow or sleeping bag to sit on. Uncategorized, 2012-01-13T16:26:05+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/quilting-week-february-27-march-2 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/quilting-week-february-27-march-2#When:16:20:05Z Mark your calendars now for Quilting Week at First Mennonite Church. You are invited to quilt on Monday, Thursday, and Friday from 9-5, Tuesday from 9-5 and 7-9PM, and Wednesday from 8-12. There will be a short devotional on February 28 at 10:30 followed by a carry in lunch.   Uncategorized, 2012-01-13T16:20:05+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/handels-messiah http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/handels-messiah#When:01:55:50Z The Mennonite Choral Society will present Handel's Messiah on December 3 and 4, 2011. The December 3rd performance will be at 7:00 p.m. It will include a majority if the oratorio and will last approximately 2 hrs. and 15 min. The December 4 performance will be at 3:00 p.m. The Christmas section of the oratorio will be sung as well as a few beloved choruses such as the "Hallelujah" chorus. It will last approximately 1 hr. and 15 min. These are free concerts, but an offering will be taken each evening. Uncategorized, 2011-11-13T01:55:50+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/community-impact-services http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/community-impact-services#When:10:48:22Z Uncharted Territory is the theme for a series of meetings sponsored by the South Adams Ministerial Association in an event designated as Community Impact Services. Pastor Joel DeSelm will be the speaker sharing from God’s Word the Lord’s direction in uncharted territory. Pastor Joel DeSelm has been the pastor for over 20 years of the Woodburn Missionary Church in Woodburn, IN. Our Community Impact will be celebrated for three consecutive Sunday evenings, October 9, 16, 23 at 6:30 p.m. here at First Mennonite. Uncategorized, 2011-10-09T10:48:22+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/9-11-remembrance-service http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/9-11-remembrance-service#When:18:41:27Z Remembrance Service of 9/11. Pastor Kris McPherson will be speaking in the chapel. Uncategorized, 2011-09-08T18:41:27+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/nursery-school-starts-september-8th http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/nursery-school-starts-september-8th#When:11:43:55Z The first day of nursery school is Thursday, September 8.   We are excited to welcome our new teacher - Lori Sprunger. Uncategorized, 2011-09-06T11:43:55+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/pictures-from-the-junior-church-party http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/pictures-from-the-junior-church-party#When:13:42:30Z Here are a few pictures from the recent Junior Church Party. http://www.firstmennonite.org/gallery/view/junior-church-party-august-7-2011 Uncategorized, 2011-08-11T13:42:30+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/junior-church-party http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/junior-church-party#When:15:15:46Z Invite your friend and bring a pillow and come to the Junior Church Party on August 7 from 5- 7 P.M. in the Family Life Center. A Middle East meal will be served, games played and pictures of Egypt, Jordan and Israel will be shown. Uncategorized, 2011-07-26T15:15:46+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/ewomen-conference http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/ewomen-conference#When:14:53:55Z It's not to late to sign up for the eWomen Conference on October 14-15 in Fort Wayne. Speakers/entertainers include Julie Clinton, Michelle McKinney, Thelma Wells, Lysa Terkeurst, Elise Morgan, Meredith Andrews, Michael O'Brien and Jeremy Camp. Cost is ONLY $39 for the conference, $10 for an optional box lunch, and optional hotel room split with other women. Please sign up on bulletin board above the drinking fountain by August 14. If you have already signed up, please mark your lunch/hotel choice on the sign-up sheet by August 14. Money can be turned in at the church office or given to Chris Hyman. Hotel money will be collected at a later date. Please make checks (for conference and/or lunch) payable to First Mennonite Womens Ministry. Uncategorized, 2011-07-14T14:53:55+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/community-swiss-days-choir http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/community-swiss-days-choir#When:20:44:17Z Don Neuen (Conductor of Choral Activities at UCLA, world-renown conductor, and son of First Mennonite Church) will be coming back to conduct a community choir this Swiss Days. All singers are encouraged to come! There is no charge. All you have to do is come to the rehearsals. The rehearsals and the Sounds of Switzerland concert will be in the sanctuary here at First Mennonite Church. Here is the schedule: July 19 7-9 pm Rehearsal with Brent Hyman July 26 7-9 pm Rehearsal with Brent Hyman July 29 7-9:30 pm Rehearsal with Dr. Don Neuen July 30 9-11:30 am Rehearsal with Dr. Don Neuen July 30 3:30 pm Sounds of Switzerland concert This is an amazing opportunity to sing under one of the most sought-after choral conductors of our time!   Uncategorized, 2011-07-07T20:44:17+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/vbs-pictures http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/vbs-pictures#When:15:15:33Z If you haven't seen the Vacation Bible School pictures on Facebook - check them out! Uncategorized, 2011-07-07T15:15:33+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/das-marit-farmers-market http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/das-marit-farmers-market#When:12:52:05Z Das Marit Farmers and Artists Market is held on Saturday mornings from 8-12 in the First Mennonite parking lot located at the corner of US 27 and Main Street. You can stay updated on all of the happenings by becoming a member of the Das Marit Facebook page. You may also check out pictures of a recent Das Marit here. Uncategorized, 2011-07-05T12:52:05+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/vbs-closing-program http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/vbs-closing-program#When:13:51:56Z The closing program and open house is scheduled for Friday night, June 24 at 7:00 p.m. Uncategorized, 2011-06-23T13:51:56+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/young-adult-college-age-summer-series http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/young-adult-college-age-summer-series#When:13:16:23Z College age & young adults are invited to an exciting summer series simply called “10. A.” The name is code for “10 Apps” which means that we’ll help you “download” some answers to some of the tough subjects of life that college age and young adults tend to grapple with. Not only does the name stand for “10 Apps” but it also means that by 10 a.m. every Sunday you’ll be walking out the door with another app for doing life right. Here’s the skinny . . . we’re bringing in college profs and a few locals to offer a class on Sunday mornings from 9-10 a.m. that has been intentionally designed for you. If you come and track with us for ten weeks, I have no doubt that these “10 Apps” will give you direction and clarity in your life journey. No way you want to miss free applications! It’s my opinion that “10 Apps” can be the “software” that just might transform your life! No doubt that you’ll be ready for college or a career, but most importantly you’ll be ready for life! I hope to see you there! Week 1 (06.12.11) A Real Relationship with Jesus Christ - Luke Fetters Week 2 (06.19.11) What is God's Will for My Life? - Doug Barcalow Week 3 (06.26.11) Understanding Biblical Worldview - Randy Keeler Week 4 (07.03.11) Facing Differnt Worldviews - Tom Bergler Week 5 (07.10.11) Spiritual Formation - Christy Hill Week 6 (07.17.11) Freedom & Making Wise Choices - Jean Paul Tiendrebeogo Week 7 (07.24.11) Critical Thinking - Darren Kloepper Week 8 (07.31.11) Fitting In / Positive Self-Esteem - Chelly Neuenschwander Week 9 (08.07.11) Finding the Right Mate - Jeff Linthicum Week 10 (08.14.11) Success in God's Eyes - Luke Fetters Uncategorized, 2011-06-23T13:16:23+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/vbs-needs-stuffed-animals http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/vbs-needs-stuffed-animals#When:20:11:31Z Got extra stuffed animals at your house you want to get rid of? Going garage  sale-ing? VBS is looking for zoo type animals--drop them off in the box by Carole's office! Donations accepted thru Thursday. Uncategorized, 2011-06-15T20:11:31+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/vacation-bible-school http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/vacation-bible-school#When:14:05:47Z Registration Form to download Lord’s Prayer * Safari VBS—where kids go WILD about Jesus! is the theme for Vacation Bible School this summer, June 20-24, 8:45 a.m. – 12:00 noon. All children from age 4 (by June 1) to those completing 6th grade are invited to a part of VBS. (Ages 2-3 are invited to attend if they are children of VBS staff.) Together we will learn to talk to God as we explore the Lord’s Prayer and go on an expedition into the pages of God’s Word through Bible stories, memory verses, and special prayer activities. Along the way we will have lots of FUN as we discover exotic animals, create safari crafts, play exciting games, sing upbeat songs and enjoy delicious safari snacks! And, most importantly, we want children to learn for themselves that Jesus can make a life changing, eternal difference in their lives! Registration is coming soon to the VBS table in the patio or you will be able to get the registration form from the church’s website. Children are encouraged to bring their friends! Children who bring a friend, along with their friend, will receive a small gift. Invitations to invite your friends and family will also be available at the VBS table. This year’s VBS mission project offering is for a plumbing repair project at the pediatric hospital at the mission compound in Mali, West Africa where Doug and Angela Wenger are serving. Our goal is to collect $2500 to go toward purchasing new plumbing materials to replace all of their leaking ones! It will be a daily boys vs. girls contest of who brings in the most money. Winners will get to pick suckers from a sucker tree. There will be a few specially marked suckers each day that will be for an additional prize for those children. Watch our progress toward our goal as the “leaks” disappear from the pipes around the patio railing and then become connected when we reach our goal! We will be graduating both 5th & 6th graders this year. They will meet at Fellowship Point with youth pastor, Darren Kloepper, and his crew. If possible, parents are asked to drop off and pick up these students at Fellowship Point this year. As students graduating from VBS this year, they will enjoy a trip to Pokagon State Park on Thursday (rain date—Friday). The closing program and open house is scheduled for Friday night, June 24 at 7:00 p.m. We are looking forward to lots of children joining us for all the fun prayer and safari activities as we seek to know God through prayer. If you have any questions, please feel free to call Carole Neuenschwander, Director of Children’s Ministries, at the church office, (260) 589-3108. Uncategorized, 2011-05-17T14:05:47+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/stations-of-the-cross http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/stations-of-the-cross#When:14:06:44Z Prepare for Easter Sunday by visiting the Stations of the Cross at First Mennonite Church. The church will be open every day this week from 7:30 am until 9:00 pm. A booklet is located at the first station to guide you through the process.  If you have any questions, please contact Pastor Darren at 260.589.3108. Photos on Facebook. Uncategorized, 2011-04-19T14:06:44+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/camp-registration http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/camp-registration#When:12:03:00Z Summer Camp Dates Camp Friedenswald Cassopolis, MI www.friedenswald.org June 13-18 High School (grade 9-12) $265 June 13-18 Nature Adventure (grade 5-6) $285 June 13-18 Junior Music (grade 4-8) $285 June 13-18 Senior Music (grade 9-12) $285 June 20-22 Primary (grade 1-2) $160 June 20-25 Junior High (grade 7-8) $265 June 27-July 2 Pre Junior (grade 3-4) $265 July 4-9 Junior (grade 5-6) $265   Camp Luz Orrville, OH www.campluz.com June 13-18 Youth (ages 15-18) $195 June 20-24 Fledging (ages 8-10) $165 June 20-25 Boys Outpost 1 (ages 12-14) $255 June 27-30 Mini (ages 7-8) $145 June 27-July 2 Boys Outpost 2 (ages 12-14) $255 July 11-16 Jr Hi (ages 12-13) $195 July 18-23 Jr Teen (ages 13-14) $195 July 24-30 Sr Hi Adventure Trip (ages 15-18)* $375 July 25-30 Girls only (ages 9-11) $195 Aug 1-6 Boys only (ages 9-11) $195 Aug 1-6 Girls Outpost (ages 12-14) $255 * New Program - travel to West Virginia for rock climbing, backpacking, caving, and horseback riding. Camp informational flyers are on the shelf by the church office. First Mennonite Church will pay 1/2 of the camp fee for one child in a family and 3/4 for any others from the same family for all children grade 1-12 who desire to attend either camp. (Additional aid is available if needed. Contact Carole Neuenschwander, Director of Children's Ministries, for further information.) There is an additional transportation cost of $20 if you are signed up by May 20; after deadline cost is $25. Transportation forms are on the bulletin board by the church office. The $20 transportation fee is to be paid by May 20. Place it in an envelope and mark it with your child(ren) name and "Camp Transportation." Place these in Carole's church mailbox. If your plans change and your child will not be attending camp, you must let Carole know in advance to receive a refund of the transportation fee. Further questions? Call Carole at the church.   Uncategorized, 2011-04-15T12:03:00+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/nursery-school-registration http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/nursery-school-registration#When:12:46:19Z Berne Nursery School, a ministry of the First Mennonite Church, is having registration for the 2011-2012 school on Monday, April 25 from 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM in the lower level of the church. Any child who is 3 or 4 years old (by August 1) is eligible, and the registration fee is $40.00. Morning and afternoon classes are available, with the 3 year olds meeting on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and the 4 year olds meeting on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. If you would like to learn more about Berne Nursery School, please call Greta Eicher Lehman (director) at 589-2588 or the First Mennonite Church at 589-3108. Uncategorized, 2011-04-04T12:46:19+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/youth-gathering-pittsburgh-2011 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/youth-gathering-pittsburgh-2011#When:14:07:44Z If you would like to know more about Youth Gathering Pittsburgh 2011, click here. Uncategorized, 2011-03-28T14:07:44+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/family-life-center-dedication http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/family-life-center-dedication#When:18:42:18Z The Family Life Center will be dedicated on Sunday, April 10. Following the morning worship service there will be a carry-in-lunch at 11:45 a.m.. The dedication will begin in the Family Life Center at 1:00 p.m. There will be worship and activities of interest for all ages during the service as we dedicate the Family Life Center to God’s use! Following the dedication, there will be an open house from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. for the community to explore our new facilities. Uncategorized, 2011-03-12T18:42:18+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/20th-annual-mennonite-youth-choir-festival-program-sunday-march-6 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/20th-annual-mennonite-youth-choir-festival-program-sunday-march-6#When:18:32:34Z 20th Annual Mennonite Youth Choir Festival Program. will be this Sunday, March 6 at Goshen College Sauder Concert Hall. It will begin at 2 p.m. with a Handbell Choir prelude at 1:45 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for students and seniors; children 10 years and under are free. Plan to attend this annual concert and be blessed by the voices of 170 young people from across Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, & Illinois. The 2011 festival is under the direction of Wishart Bell. First Mennonite participants are Juliana and Elizabeth Bluhm, Kate Buckingham, Kati and Robert Kelsey, and Curtis Sprunger. Uncategorized, 2011-03-03T18:32:34+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/quilting-week http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/quilting-week#When:14:27:11Z Women’s Minsitries will be having a week of Quilting from Monday, March 7th – Friday, March 11th They will meet each day from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (except on Wednesday from 9-noon) You can also attend on Tuesday evening from 7-9 p.m. On Tuesday, March 8th, a  short WM meeting will take place at 10:00 a.m. and a card making session with Bonnie VonGunten will follow.  If possible, bring scissors and two sided tape for the card making. A carry-in lunch will begin at 11:30 on Tuesday. Uncategorized, 2011-03-01T14:27:11+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/mcc-great-lakes-annual-meeting http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/mcc-great-lakes-annual-meeting#When:17:54:18Z MCC Great Lakes Annual Meeting will be held on February 25 & 26 at South Bend, Indiana. This is a good opportunity to see what MCC is doing around the world. If interested in going, contact Jim Eicher for travel arrangements and more information. Uncategorized, 2011-02-04T17:54:18+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/wild-game-night http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/wild-game-night#When:17:48:26Z Attention men and boys - mark your calendars - the Wild Game Night will be held on February 19 at 6 p.m Uncategorized, 2011-02-03T17:48:26+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/new-wednesday-evening-class-on-bible-prophecy http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/new-wednesday-evening-class-on-bible-prophecy#When:17:51:16Z If you are interested in what Bible prophecy warns about the new global economy, join Dr. Kent Lehman and Ernie Steiner as they lead a 10-week study on the Dr. David Jeremiah book, The Coming Economic Armageddon, in room 14, beginning Wednesday, February 2. Uncategorized, 2011-02-01T17:51:16+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/mennonite-choral-society http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/mennonite-choral-society#When:17:45:29Z All singers are invited to join the Mennonite Choral Society, Tuesday, February 1, at 7:00 p.m. as they begin rehearsal for Creation, which will be presented May 1. Uncategorized, 2011-01-31T17:45:29+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/first-mennonites-got-talent http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/first-mennonites-got-talent#When:00:22:48Z We will be having a talent night on February 27 at 6:30 p.m. This could be solos or ensembles, but doesn’t have to be limited to musical talent (poems, skits, story tellers, artists, etc. are encouraged too). See Brent Hyman for more information or to sign up as one of the acts. Uncategorized, 2011-01-22T00:22:48+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/youth-chili-dinner http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/youth-chili-dinner#When:00:09:41Z The Youth will have a Chili Dinner on January 30th shortly after the morning service. This Sunday will be your last day to get your ticket!!! Donations will offset the cost for those attending the Mennonite USA Conference. Uncategorized, 2011-01-21T00:09:41+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/new-wednesday-night-class http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/new-wednesday-night-class#When:14:09:27Z The Christian Faith Forum committee has scheduled a series of eight Wednesday evening sessions with Park Center counseling services. They will meet after the Wednesday meals.  Some topics include . . . Jan. 12: Grief and Loss Jan. 19: Losing Weight Isn't Just Diet and Exercise Jan. 26: The Boiling Point For a full list of Wednesday Evening activities, visit the Wednesday Nights page under 'Beyond Sunday' Uncategorized, 2011-01-08T14:09:27+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/mcc-meat-canning http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/mcc-meat-canning#When:01:10:47Z The MCC Meat Canner will be here on THURSDAY, January 13 and FRIDAY, January 14. For more information, please contact the First Mennonite Church office at 589-3108. Uncategorized, 2010-12-29T01:10:47+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/christmas-eve-communion-service http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/christmas-eve-communion-service#When:12:33:43Z Join us this evening at 10:00 p.m. for our Christmas Eve Communion Service. You can download the bulletin for this evening on the messages page. Uncategorized, 2010-12-24T12:33:43+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/sunday-all-music-program http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/sunday-all-music-program#When:21:40:02Z Don't miss the Sunday Morning Worship Service at 10:00 a.m.  It will include Hand Bell Choirs, Chanel Choir, Special Music along with many cherished Christmas Carols. Uncategorized, 2010-12-16T21:40:02+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/messiah-performance-on-wpgw http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/messiah-performance-on-wpgw#When:21:13:55Z WPGW (100.9 FM) will broadcast the performance of The Messiah on Saturday, December 18, at 2:00 p.m. Uncategorized, 2010-12-16T21:13:55+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/bible-memory-program http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/bible-memory-program#When:20:48:32Z First Mennonite will offer a Bible Memory program again this year. Because God uses Scripture to speak directly to us, memorizing God’s Word is one of the most powerful and effective ways to grow in our knowledge of the Lord and to strengthen our walk with Christ. The program has a wonderful ABC memory book for young children. There is a memory plan available for any age. If you would like to learn more, or enroll, contact Judy Moser, 589-2062. Deadline for enrollment is December 13. Uncategorized, 2010-12-02T20:48:32+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/basics-of-faith-class http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/basics-of-faith-class#When:13:43:02Z We are starting a class which looks at the basics of the Christian faith.  We will be using the Alpha Course DVD sessions.  We will be discussing questions like: Who is Jesus?  Why did Jesus die?  Why and how do I pray?  How and why should I read my Bible?  Does God heal today? These are just a few of the subjects.  If you are young in your faith, would like to simply review the basics, or know of someone who is searching for God, join us at 8:45 Sunday mornings in the Historical Room starting December 5th. If you have any questions, please contact Pastor Jeff or Megan at 589-3394. Uncategorized, 2010-12-02T13:43:02+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/multipurpose-building-update http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/multipurpose-building-update#When:00:05:30Z The Multipurpose Building should available for use after Christmas.  The carpet and tile have been installed as well as a final coat on the wooden gym floor.  The floor will take three weeks to cure. The kitchen will be ready for canning in January! The Youth Group could use your help in doing a final cleaning.  If you are willing to help, please contact Pastor Darren. Uncategorized, 2010-11-30T00:05:30+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/wednesday-evening-activities-cancelled http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/wednesday-evening-activities-cancelled#When:02:16:05Z All activities that were scheduled for Wednesday evening (November 24) have been cancelled.  Uncategorized, 2010-11-23T02:16:05+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/join-mens-fraternity http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/join-mens-fraternity#When:13:17:42Z Men's Fraternity begins again! Join men ages 18 and up for fellowship and studying God's word for growth in your Christian walk. The meetings begin on Wednesday, November 17th. The morning session starts at 6:00am with rolls and coffee down by the kitchen or attend the evening session at 6:50pm. Join this national movement that is strengthening men's lives around the country. General, 2010-11-15T13:17:42+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/choral-society-to-perform-handels-messiah http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/choral-society-to-perform-handels-messiah#When:13:16:25Z Enjoy an excellent rendition of Handel's Messiah performed by the Mennonite Choral Society under the direction of Brent Hyman. The performances will run on Saturday, December 4th at 7:00 pm (little over two hour performance) and Sunday, December 5th at 3:00 pm (one hour performance). The Mennonite Choral Society joins soloists, Dr. Scott Lehman on the organ, and Max Stucky on the harpsichord to artfully perform the story of Christ. General, 2010-11-15T13:16:25+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/perspectives-on-the-world-christian-movement http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/perspectives-on-the-world-christian-movement#When:13:22:16Z Perspectives on the World Christian Movement is a course to be offered at First Mennonite beginning January 9th. The classes will run for three hours each Sunday evening. The course is designed to give you a new view of History! It demonstrates how God has used people like you to carry His message to the unreached. Each week, an outstanding, qualified instructor will show you strategic dimensions of what God has done and is doing in our world. General, 2010-11-12T13:22:16+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/sign-up-for-the-prayer-room http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/sign-up-for-the-prayer-room#When:13:21:22Z The Prayer Room Committee is opening the prayer room for 24/7 prayer from 7:00pm on Friday, November 19th until 7:00pm on Saturday, November 20th. Consider signing up to pray for an hour or more for a time of praise and thanksgiving. Materials and guidelines will be available in the prayer room. Sign up to pray at a specific time on the sheet hanging outside the prayer room. General, 2010-11-12T13:21:22+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/wednesday-evening-dinner http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/wednesday-evening-dinner#When:13:21:50Z Join us for supper! A dinner is served cafeteria style from 5:45 until 6:30 each Wednesday evening. The menu for this Wednesday is: Ham, sweet potatoes, green beans, roll, dessert and a beverage. Following the meal, the church provides programs for adults, youth and children. General, 2010-11-11T13:21:50+00:00 http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/junior-quizzing http://www.firstmennonite.org/news/post/junior-quizzing#When:13:21:32Z Junior Quizzing is underway again! The next Quiz Meet is Sunday, November 14th. Junior quizzing features students grades 3-6 who study specific passages from the Bible. The students are placed on teams to help them learn and compete. Each month, the quizzers compete with other teams from area churches. Come support our junior quizzers! General, 2010-11-11T13:21:32+00:00