Etch Electives
There are some changes coming the way of Etch. Some small, some BIG. For instance, we are hoping to be adding a salad bar to the meal times for those who may be one a special diet! We are also seeing some neat ministry opportunities and changes in the area of children’s ministry at Etch thanks to the work of Miss Coleen, our Children’s Director.
Something that hasn’t changed, however, is our need to get an idea for who will be attending the nights of Etch, and what to prepare for. Therefore, we are once again having registrations for Etch Electives in the Fall.
Etch launches on September 5th with our first community night of the Fall Sessions, which will be the last night to register for Session 1 electives. Then beginning on the 12th we will begin Session 1 electives.
If you need more information on Etch, Etch Electives, or descriptions of what is being offered, you can find that information here.
You can also register for Youth/Adult Electives here.
And get more information about registering for Etch Knights Club here.
There will also be an opportunity to register for electives and your children the next several Sundays at the kiosk in the Gathering Area.
We are excited to see you at Etch this fall, and excited to see how God continues to move and lead this church.
August 10, 2018
2nd Saturday – August 11
One strategy at ECOB is to make an Impact with the love of Christ by serving others. Join us as we do home repair projects for Senior adults in our community.
- Meet in the ECOB parking lot at 8:30 am
- Tools provided
This is a great opportunity for you to Share Life and Share Christ.
Why do people choose to serve God when life is so busy?
* It’s a great way to get to know people and make friends.
* It helps give life meaning and purpose. You can feel like you’re really making a difference.
* It lets you be part of a Team – you can feel like you belong.
* It helps you grow spiritually, AND get closer to God.
* You know that what you are doing makes a difference, not just in this life, but for ETERNITY.
Will You Pick Me Up?
“Will you pick me up?”, the little voice asked. It was a busy Sunday morning in a new church. But somehow this little girl had found the number to my office and had, all by herself, called to ask for someone to pick her up. She REALLY wanted to come to church. Who could do it? Everyone I could think of needed to be somewhere else. So I jumped in my car and headed for her house.
She was a broken little girl. Her daddy had left when she was still young, leaving her feeling unwanted and worthless. So eager for attention, she did a lot to try to gain people’s approval, but it only pushed her peers away. Over and over again, she stumbled through life, from one mistake to another. But God sent Sunday School teachers, small group leaders, preteen leaders, game leaders, and other people to speak into that little girl over the next ten years.
Through them, God got a hold of that life – and that life was transformed. This little girl is now a mother of five children, married to a godly husband, AND they are about to head to the mission field of Japan. A life that was changed…
That’s what God calls us to do as the Body of Christ. No one person is to do it all. But every person who is a Christian has a role to play. So…what role will you take in the coming year? Will you make room in your life so that you HAVE time to serve? Will you take a step to do something new and different, maybe even outside of your comfort zone? Or will you let the year go by, with much of life lived, but nothing to show for the Kingdom? What will you do to make a difference for eternity this next year?
Miss Coleen
Some Options for Places to Serve in Children’s Ministry on Sundays, Wednesday’s or weekday’s:
Sunday’s With Children:
- Provide loving care for babies and Toddlers in the Nursery
- Lead singing in a miniature Preschool Worship Service
- Assist a teacher with a group of children
- Play with volunteer’s children while the children’s ministry volunteers are praying (10:05 – 10:25 AM Sundays)
- Lead groups of children in an active Bible game that ties back to the Bible story (training provided)
- Be a buddy for a Special Needs Child
Sunday’s Support Ministries – not with children
- Be a part of the Children’s Welcome Team (formerly “check-in”)
- Welcome NEW families at the new Children’s Welcome Center
- Prepare snack for children
- Keep our children and people safe as part of the Safety Team.
Wednesday night Options for Places to Serve
Knight’s Club (Wednesday Nights):
- Teach a group of children
- Assist with a group of children
- Provide child-care to infants – threes.
- Listen to children recite Bible verses
- Welcome children and help families get signed in at Knight’s Club
- Lead fun active games related to Bible stories (training and ideas provided)
- Coordinate the ordering and distribution of Awards and add up children’s points
- Provide a mini-Knight’s program for children ages 4-5 (resources provided)
During the Week:
- Pray for specific children’s ministry needs (weekly email)
- Clean Nursery Laundry
- Put nametags back in order by color and alphabet.
- Prepare powerpoint for the Bible Quiz Game Show (1X a month)
- Assist in setting up for the monthly Bible Quiz Game Show
- Help in children’s ministry office
- Help chaperone/drive vehicle for Preteen Events (every 4-6 weeks)
- Assist with Preteen Drama Team
- Set up for Knight’s Club Wednesday Afternoons
Contact me if you are interested in serving in any of these areas.
Elder Announcement
The Elder Board wishes to inform you that we have accepted the resignation of Matt Owens as Pastor of Worship Arts. Today (Sunday, July 29th) was Matt’s last worship service, as his last day of employment will be July 31st.
Matt has served ECoB for 9 years. We thank Matt for his contributions, and wish him and his family the very best as they seek God’s leading.
Please pray for the Owens family, as well as the leadership here at ECoB during this time of transition.
In Christ,
Kent Hamilton – President, Elder Board
July 27, 2018
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY – OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE
WILLING TO PRAY? We are seeking prayer warriors to intercede for us this year as we transition and build our children’s ministry. If you believe in the value of prayer and are willing to pray faithfully, you would receive an email weekly to update you on the needs – specific prayer requests for our children’s ministry and our children. Email Miss Coleen to join the children’s ministry prayer team!
LIKE OFFICE WORK AND ADMINISTRATIVE WORK? One great way to support our children’s ministry is by volunteering in the church office on a weekday. With all the new activities coming this fall, there’s an increasing amount of office work to do in support of it. See Miss Coleen for details.
WOMEN’S MINISTRY
Love In Action: Wednesday, Aug 1 at 6:30pm, ECOB Kitchen
- Freezer meal prep for those in need: sickness, death, new birth, etc.
- Opportunity to prep, deliver meals, write notes, pray or donate.
- Join us for our second meal prep of lasagna.
BRETHREN DISASTER MINISTRIES ICE CREAM SOCIAL FUND RAISER
- Saturday, Aug 4, 4-7pm Happy Corner COB, 7037 Union Rd, Clayton
- Enjoy a full menu of food and some great ice cream while supporting this vital ministry.
- Pies needed – contact Nancy Muncy, 937-478-1893. If you would like to donate pies, bring them to ECOB on Sat, Aug 4, from 12:30-1pm.
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Many have told me how much they appreciated or were moved by the video we used this past Sunday, so I thought I’d post it for anyone desiring to watch it again or share it with another person.
July 20, 2018
Congregation Informational Meetings
- Sunday, July 22 at 2pm, Great Rm
- Monday, July 23 at 6pm, Great Rm
An update from the Elders regarding ECOB’s next steps with the Church of the Brethren denomination. Specifically the Elders will review the document, A Peaceful Parting, outlining specific reasons for our concerns.
Brethren Disaster Ministries Ice Cream Social Fund Raiser
- Saturday, Aug 4, 4-7pm
- Happy Corner COB, 7037 Union Rd, Clayton
Enjoy a full menu of food and some great ice cream while supporting this vital ministry.
Like to Paint?
We are hoping to theme our children’s classrooms and paint some of the walls to match each new theme. If you enjoy painting and would love helping with this project, see Miss Coleen!
July 13, 2018
Congregation Info Meetings
- Sunday, July 22 at 2pm, Great Rm
- Monday, July 23 at 6pm, Great Rm
We invite you to join the Elders as they share an update regarding ECOB’s concerns with the denomination. Specifically the Elders will review the document, A Peaceful Parting, outlining specific reasons for our concerns.
Opportunities to Serve
Work Camp in New Paris – July 20-23
Miami Valley Community Action Partnership is cosponsoring, with Group Mission Trips, a New Paris WorkCamps Weekend. Volunteers are needed to do everything from painting to delivering cookies. For more information contact MVCAP, 456-2800.
School Supply Drive
Once Around Shop is providing school supplies to students in need. Items needed:
- Poly plastic folders
- College ruled loose leaf paper
- 2” 3-ring binders
- Back packs
Please put donated items in the box at the Info Center by next Sunday.
July 6, 2018
- Save the date – Sunday, September 9th at Noon
Baptism:
Christian Baptism is an important spiritual marker in the lives of believers. It is a public identification with Jesus Christ. (Romans 6:3-5) In this we declare our personal faith in Him. We also acknowledge our dependence upon Jesus Christ and His death alone for our salvation. We’d love for you to take this step of faith. If you’re interested in baptism and would like to talk more about it with a pastor, please contact the office, 456-5507.
June 29, 2018
Celebrating Summer Spiritual Spectacular
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