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"Seasons of Faith"
In the bulletin this week...
Worship Outline
Clipboards, with fill in sheets, are available for the children to use during the worship service.
Welcome and Announcements: Pastor Jeff
Call to Worship: Matt Jackson
“O Worship the Lord” LS 36
“Every Day Will I Bless Thee” LS 20
Congregational Prayer: Kent Switzer
Dedication of Maggie Mae Slagell to God; Daughter of Kyle and Nikki.
“Jesus Loves Me” (Children are invited to place their offerings in the Mission Globe)
Songs of Praise
Scripture: Luke 1:8-17
Read by Jacob and Kathryn Steigman
Sermon: “Seasons of Faith” Pastor Jeff
Blessing of Bob and Becky Yoder in their move to Texas
“Christ, We Do All Adore Thee” MH #644
Potluck Today Please join us for lunch today in the Fellowship Hall following the Worship service. All are invited! The New Beginnings Class is in charge.
Announcements
We extend a warm welcome to Each who has chosen to worship with us today
The proposed Constitution presented at the Annual Business Meeting will be voted on Sunday, March 26. Absentee ballots are available today.
Have questions about the proposed constitution? Tonight at 6 PM in the conference room, Pastor Jeff will be going through the proposed constitution, article by article, comparing it to the current constitution. Dennis Slagell, chairperson, of the Constitution Review Committee will also be available to answer questions.
An Opportunity to Share Susana Friesen’s brother, Benney Rempel, and his family, lost most of their possessions in a recent fire. Their current needs are bedding, small household items (dishes, etc) and a sewing machine. If you have items that you’d be willing to donate please bring them to church and Susana will deliver them to Seminole TX.
New Members Recommendation Reggie and Angel Miller have completed new member classes. The elders recommend Reggie & Angel for membership at Pleasant View and anticipate bringing them in during worship, next Sunday, March 26. Please contact an elder if you have questions.
India/Kenya Report Next Sunday evening, March 26, 6 pm. in the sanctuary, Michael & Faith Slagell, Delvin & Courtney Mast and Pastor Jeff will be sharing what they experienced during their trips this past January. Come and be encouraged by what God is doing around the world.
SALT Ladies We are planning a weekend trip to Branson April 28-30. There is a signup sheet on the foyer table or talk to Blair. A deposit of $100 will be due next Sunday, March 26. Check your mailbox for information.
First Choice is having their annual Fundraising Gala April 11, 6:30 PM at Sorelle, just southwest of Thomas. Pleasant View is hosting a table. If you would like to attend please contact Bill and Carolene Jackson.
Nursery Update While the nursery has always been open for use, it has not always been staffed. A signup sheet is posted on the nursery door if you would like to participate in staffing the nursery on Sunday mornings during the worship service. Visit with Cindy Hunt if you have questions.
CEC is providing opportunity to better serve the church on Wednesday evenings. We have created a survey that is available on the round table in the foyer or on the church website. We appreciate your time and effort. Please return this to Susan Shantz’s (Tim Shantz) mailbox by April 30th IF filling out on paper.
Maple Lawn Sunday Services are provided by area churches. Our church is responsible Sunday, Apr 2. Come at 8:45 am and join in ministering to the residents through singing. Questions? Visit with Lyndall or Kathie Switzer.
The Rosedale Chorale, under the direction of Ken Miller, will present a choral worship service at Pleasant View, Wednesday, April 5, at 7 pm. The program includes compositions ranging from the Renaissance to contemporary. This concert is free and open to the public. An offering will be received. As the host church, Pleasant View has been asked to provide lodging for the choir the night of April 5. If you can provide accommodations and breakfast the next morning for the choir, please sign up on the sheet on foyer table.
Church Directory The process of a new church directory is starting. In your church mailbox, you will find either your current listing or a form to fill out with your information. Please update your information and return to the secretary mailbox by April 16th. If you wish to update your picture, please email to pvmc.office@gmail.com. Volunteers are welcome to help with this process. Contact Kathy Thomas or Amanda Miller if interested.
Events
Today Mar 19, 2023
9:30 am Sunday school
10:30 am Worship service (live streaming on pvmcok.org)
Noon Potluck New Beginnings in charge
This week Mar 20-Mar 25
Tue 6-8 pm TLC Thomas 1st Christian Church (Looming Class)
Wed 8 pm Missions Meeting
Thurs 1 pm -3 pm quilting in room #112
Next Sunday Mar 26
9:30 am Sunday school
10:30 am Worship service (live streaming on pvmcok.org)
6:00 pm Reports on January mission trips
Upcoming events
March 29-31 Connections Grand Can Sculpture Competition
Apr 1 CBA German Feast ~See bulletin board for complete information
April 2 8:45 am Maple Lawn Manor
6:00 pm Singing evening Specials by Jeff & Marla Eichelberger,
Kevin & Tonia Martin, Jeanette Peters, Vernon & Roberta Slagle,
Eldon & Ellen Shantz
Apr 5 Rosedale Choir See announcement
Apr 6 Maundy Thursday Service ~Meal. Communion, foot washing
Apr 24 Corn MB Church 6:00 pm Area Mennonite Churches choir
April 28-30 SALT Branson trip
June 18 Church in the Canyon
July 10-14 Vacation Bible school
Prayer Requests
Add your prayer requests by contacting Pastor Jeff or the church office.
For our church family
- That Christ may be seen in us.
- Heidi Miller ~ Grandpa (Andy Chupp) passed away
- Bob and Becky Yoder ~transitioning to new home in Texas.
- Our homebound members ~ Jeanette Peters, Vernon Slagle, Marjorie Shantz
- School Teachers/Staff/Students faith
- Health Concerns
- Warren Slagell
- Lola Slagell
- J. Yoder ~Continued healing for wrists.
- Dori Slagell
- Mim Mast
- Pastor Jeff /Dana & family
- Elders & families
In our community
- Unity among believers
- Local Ministries: Agape Health Clinic, Branch 15, Habitat for Humanity, Connections Food & Resource Center, First Choice, Etc Shop, Hope is Alive
- Health concerns
- Janet Kauffman ~chemo ~Michael & Warren Slagell’s sister
- Gloria Loken ~Marjorie Shantz’s daughter, Tim’s sister
- Our local, state, and national leaders
- OK Senator Darcy Jech
- OK Representative Anthony Moore
- US Representative Frank Lucas & Alison Slagell
- US Senators Mark Wayne Mullen/James Lankford & Bryce Slagell
Around the World
- Serving in the US
- Oklahoma MDS
- Corey/Brooke Makeever -STUMO
- Serving in other Countries
- Befon Asiago -Lifeway Children’s Centre
- Rolly Walter family
- Kiran Paul & Lakshmi -Berachah Ministries
- Global Disciples
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Join Us
SUNDAY
9:30 AM Sunday school for all ages
10:30 AM Worship (in person or online)
WEDNESDAY (Over now, but restart in the Fall)
5:45 PM Meal
6:30 PM Activities for all ages