GriefShare Starts This Week
We intended to show a promotional video at both worship gatherings this weekend, but we had some technical difficulties prior to the later gathering. So, here’s the video.
Join us on Tuesdays at 6:30 pm. For more information, contact Pastor Stan.
Caring For the Hurting
Church Family,
As many of you may know, earlier this week a Camden couple, daughter, and unborn child were tragically killed in an auto accident at the intersection of 127 and 725. Yesterday we received a call inquiring about the possible use of our facility for the visitation and funeral and this morning I met with the extended family of those whose lives were lost to plan the funeral. This Saturday, September 16 we will be hosting the visitation from 10:00-2:00 and the funeral for the four at 2:30pm.
Once again God has granted this church an opportunity to care for those in our community who are hurting and grieving in the midst of loss through the use of our facility. I think back to our study of the sermon on the mount and Jesus’ words to those gathered on the hill when he said, “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” I believe, with our Lord’s help, we are to be the hands and feet of Christ to this family and help bring comfort in a very difficult time. I’m reaching out and asking you to be a part of caring in a few tangible ways:
- Pray for the extended family and friends of those who have died. They are experiencing deep grief for the sudden loss of four lives. Pray for God to bring comfort, peace, and assurance in their loss and grief.
- Serve as a part of our Guest Ministries for a shift on Saturday to help with greeting, directing guests, parking, providing coffee, and anything else needed for those entering our facility. This will be a full day and we will need plenty of volunteers to provide the best care. If you are interested in serving please contact Valerie Glaze at 571-379-3828.
Thank you for loving others in the name of Christ!
Pastor Dan
September 8, 2017
Hurricane Harvey Response
Due to the urgent need caused by Hurricane Harvey, S. Ohio Brethren Disaster Ministry is ordering supplies for 500 Clean up Buckets for Church World Service (CWS). We’re ordering on faith, knowing that churches and individuals have consistently and strongly supported efforts to aid disaster survivors. Each bucket is valued at $75, and contains items needed for cleaning after a flood. The assembly date depends on the arrival of the needed items, so we’ll announce a date as soon as possible. Checks may be made out to S. Ohio District COB, and footnoted BDM, CWS Buckets. Send donations to S. Ohio District COB, PO Box 785, Greenville, OH 45331 or donations can be given to the office and not through the offering. Donations can also be made online by clicking the link below. Thank you for your support, as together we share God’s love with those in need. Click here.
Fun – Family – Food
- 4:00 pm Gathering/Games
- 5:30 pm Dinner
- 6:30 pm Concert featuring Harken
Don’t forget to bring your non-perishable items for the Food Bank!
FOOD: Pulled Pork BBQ sandwiches, Hot Dogs, Mac & Cheese, Baked Beans and Drinks will be provided. Congregation bring item to share by last name: A-M salad; N-Z dessert
GAMES: Corn Hole Tournament 3 Ball, Relay Races, Sack Races, Tug of War
WATER GAMES (Weather Permitting): Slip-N-Slide and Water Balloon Toss. Bring swim wear and towels.
Etch Communities
There is much to be excited about with the new format that will be taking place in Etch this fall! Etch Electives are going to truly take us to a place where many can grow in their relationship with Christ alongside different generations, and also create avenues for us to share what God is doing and teaching us in our lives. If you’d like to know more about electives, then check out our last blog post from the Etch Team OR you can read more about them on our website. Also, if you haven’t registered for an elective yet, you can register here. You must register by September 6th.
Another great aspect of this fall’s new Etch format is what we’re calling Etch Community Nights. These nights are breaks between our four-week electives where we will all gather together for an evening of fellowship. Our goal is to share what Christ has been doing in our lives, what we’ve been learning from him, and also have a little fun while we’re doing it. We also see these nights as a great opportunity to invite friends and those who may not have much or any church experience to get a taste of our church community.
What you’ll experience on these nights are a home-cooked meal, worshiping together through music, and group interaction (a game, a competition, a group project, etc.). What has made Etch such a unique experience in this past year has been it’s ability to bring many lives, histories, and traditions together under one name: Jesus Christ. And Etch Communities are spaced before and after four-week electives to remind us of that truth.
The Etch Community Nights for the fall are September 6th, October 8th, and November 15th. So make sure to put them in your calendar! The meal begins at 5:45pm, and the night will go no later than 8pm. Join us for our first Etch Community Night this coming Wednesday (Sept. 6). You won’t want to miss it!
August 25, 2017
Etch Community Kick-Off: Wednesday, Sep 6-Meal begins at 5:45pm
Etch is back and we’re looking forward to being together again! Before we jump into our Etch Electives, we’re going to spend an evening together playing some fun games, getting to know each other, and learning a little bit more about Etch Electives. This will be your last chance to register for electives as well. You can register now at Etch Electives.
OneLife Membership Class: Wednesday’s, Sep 13 – Oct 4
We are offering OneLife as part of our Etch Electives. Dinner begins serving at 5:45 with classes to follow.
Covenant membership is vital to the spiritual health of the body as we carry out our mission together. If you are not a member of ECOB, we would like to invite you to prayerfully consider taking this course to become a covenant member. Part 2 (Discover Your Place) will be offered on Wednesdays, Oct. 18-Nov. 8. Both courses are required to be taken in order to become a member at ECOB. Register now.
Saturday, September 9
Food-Fellowship-Fun!
- 4:00 pm Gathering/Games
- 5:30 pm Dinner
- 6:30 pm Concert featuring Harken
FOOD: Pulled Pork BBQ sandwiches, Hot Dogs, Mac & Cheese, Baked Beans and Drinks will be provided.
- Congregation bring item to share by last name: A-M salad; N-Z dessert
GAMES: Corn Hole Tournament 3 Ball, Relay Races, Sack Races, Tug of War
WATER GAMES (Weather Permitting): Slip-N-Slide and Water Balloon Toss. Bring swim wear and towels.
- Bring your lawn chairs, canopies and blankets.
Etch Fall Format
Come One, Come All to Wednesday Night Etch!
Everyone is invited to come together to participate in Etch Wednesdays, beginning September 6th, 2017. Etch is dedicated to the process of Ingraining God’s Truth upon the hearts of His people. Growing together spiritually is the lifelong pursuit of the body of Christ. We are excited as we anticipate what God has in store for us in a new format for Etch Wednesdays this fall. Etch will have two components, one called Etch Community, the other Etch Electives. Etch Community is coming together once a month for the purpose of sharing a meal together, to celebrate, to worship and to enjoy each other as we deepen our relationships. Etch Electives are four weeks of learning activities on various topics offered for different age groups and levels of spiritual development, designed to reach the youngest to the eldest. This enables us to experience the richness gained from one another as we allow God to work through the ECOB community.
Etch Community and Etch Electives share a common element, a shared meal. For centuries, the meal, or Table, has been the primary vehicle through which a society’s values have been transferred and relationships have been developed. We feel strongly that coming together to share a meal is a custom that we need to reestablish. We encourage everyone to be a part of what takes place on Wednesday nights. The meal will be served from 5:45 pm until 6:15 pm. Those who have dietary restrictions are encouraged to bring their own meal-we just want you there!
Please note that Etch Electives require registration in advance by Sept. 6, with the exception of Not Your Typical Bible Stories elective. Details on Etch Electives and scheduling are at http://eatoncob.org/connect/etch.
The goal of Wednesday Night Etch is to include every person in an intentional process that deepens relationships and develops learning how to know and apply God’s truth to how we live our lives. In short, learning to be and make disciples.
August 18, 2017
Conversation with the Elders: Sun, Aug 20 at 6pm in the Gathering Area
Your Board of Elders invites you to join them for an update of developments at ECOB and for any questions you might have. Topics will include:
- Financial review
- Elder board appointment
- Vision process
- Phase 2 Building
- Etch Update
One Another Group Leaders Huddle – Sun, Aug 27 following 2nd Service in Rm 101
Please let Rich & Karen or Rudy & Ginger know if you can attend.
August 11, 2017
2nd Saturday – August 13
- 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
Luke 3:11…if you have food, share it with those who are hungry.
School is starting, but there is still need. Please help by filling your Luke 3:11 bags and bringing them Sunday.
August 4, 2017
Mark Your Calendar for Saturday, September 9!
Rockhouse Youth Events:
Family Night – Sunday, August 6
- 5:30-8:30pm
- At the Denlingers, 4018 Yost Rd., Eaton
- For students 6th-12th grade and their families
Canoe Trip – Sunday August 27th
- For: 6th-12th Grades and Young Adults
- Cost: $20
- Deadline to Register: August 20
- Register now
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