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WHAT'S HAPPENING AT FIRST MENNONITE?
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farmers and artists market
Das Marit Market (located at the corner of US 27 and Hwy 218 in Berne, IN) is off to a great start this season with vendors offering flowers, baked goods, and a variety of handicrafts. During the month of June, the youth at First Mennonite Church will be taking over the waffle stand to raise money for future ministry trips. They would love to serve you up a fresh, hot Belgian waffle for your donation! Please consider supporting their endeavor.
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voluntary service scholarship
You can apply for this scholarship if you are a high school senior or college graduate, are a member of First Mennonite, and if you apply one month prior to your voluntary service. Some examples of service: short-term missions trip, church camp counselor, MDS team, etc. You can pick up your application and a copy of the guidelines in the church office.
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children's ministry
Kids Volunteers Needed: The following spots are open in the children’s department: Preschool children’s church teacher, preschool children’s church helper, elementary children’s church teacher, and ages 4-Kindergarten Sunday school teacher. If you are at all interested, please see Chris Hyman for job descriptions and/or to observe to see if this is a good fit for you. All of these are scheduled only once a month.
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youth ministries
Youth Waffle Fundraiser: Youth will be manning the waffle station at the Das Märit Market every Saturday in June as a fundraiser. Funds will go towards future mission trips for our High School (like City Challenge) and Middle School (like Missions Week). Come and support our youth!
Lake Days: Our Youth “Lake Days” are approaching! High School will be Tuesday, July 7, from 2:00-8:00 p.m. and Middle School will be Wednesday, July 8, from 2:00-8:00 p.m. at Floyd & Renee Liechty’s home. Pizza and drink will be provided. Youth are to bring a bag of chips or cookies to share.
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camp luz
Thinking about summer camp? First Mennonite Church helps cover the cost for all families wishing to send children to camp. Check out campluz.org for details and registration! Any questions may be addressed to Josie Pfister (josie@firstmennonite.org).
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prayer for healing
The Spiritual Guidance Cabinet would like to offer prayer for healing as well as anointing with oil to anyone struggling with health issues. James 5:14-15. Please contact Darin Ringger at (260) 820-0191.
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cline family celebration
15 YEARS - It's a celebration! Join us on August 1st from 2:30-4:30 p.m. in the Family Life Center as we celebrate 15 years of God's goodness and continued provision for the Cline family and Freedom International Ministries. It will be a special time of reflection, worship, and refreshments as we give thanks to the Lord together!
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the week at first mennonite
Don't miss the opportunity to fellowship and grow with our church family. Take a look at the schedule below. You will find something for everyone!
SUNDAY - June 14
- 9:00 a.m. Sunday School for all ages
- 10:00 a.m. "Really?" Dr. Kent Lehman
- 6:30 p.m. "My Story" Anita Wenger
TUESDAY - June 16- 6:30 p.m. Sunshine Hour (not on livestream; listen on scanner)
WEDNESDAY - June 17- 7:00 p.m. Chapel: Revelation 15 & 16 Pastor Jim Schwartz
SATURDAY - June 20- 8:00 a.m. - 12 noon Das Märit Farmers & Artists Market
SUNDAY – June 21- 9:00 a.m. Sunday School for everyone
- 10:00 a.m. “When Giving" Pastor Jim Schwartz
- No Evening Service - Father's Day
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project share
Contribute to the needs of our community by participating in Project Share. You can place your donations on the table in the foyer or in the box inside the east entrance of the church. Suggestions for each month are listed below, but all donations are appreciated.
- January - Cereal & Baby Food
- February - Monetary Donations
- March - Vegetables
- April - Boxed/Pouched Side Dishes
- May - Cake, Brownie, Muffin Mixes
- June - Paper Products
- July - Personal Hygiene Products
- August - Feminine Hygiene Products
- September - Canned Meat
- October - Soups
- November - Pasta
- December - Beans
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parenting tips
Did you know that you can receive weekly parenting tips, videos, and devotion ideas right to your phone? If you would like to sign up for this, please text the following: @fmcpare to the number 81010 and request to be part of our Biblical Parenting thread.
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right now media
Do you have a Right Now Media account? This resource provides access to over 20,000 Bible study and devotional videos for youth and adults as well as a library of popular, safe kids' shows that you can view anytime, anywhere, and from any device. Activate your FREE account by clicking HERE.
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online library catalog
The church library catalog is now online. By visiting firstmennonite.library.site or connecting to the catalog through the the church app, you can search for materials available in the library, see what’s new, and what’s popular. Borrowing materials is the same, just sign the check-out card. If you choose to set up an account in the catalog you can also see what you have on loan, check what you have borrowed in the past, and reserve materials that are on loan to someone else. If you have questions, contact Sara Jo Sprunger, sjsprunger@gmail.com, or 260-849-3004.