Rainbow Mennonite Church

Newsnotes — April 27, 2008

 

Good Morning! — Welcome to our service of worship and celebration. We invite you to sign our register and to worship with us whenever you can. We welcome everyone without regard to race, ethnic identity, gender, sexual orientation, age, and economic or other life circumstances.

Our ushers/greeters today are Bob Carlson, Phyllis Carlson, John Bertsche, and Pat Bertsche. Please check with one of them if you need assistance with seating, if you would like to use a large-print hymnal, or if you have questions about locations of Sunday school classes or restrooms.

Nursery — a nursery located on the second floor of the Education Wing is provided during church and Sunday school for children three years of age and younger. Today’s workers are Cynthia Olavarria Kaufman, Darin Kaufman, and Riley Long.

There will be a congregational meeting this afternoon following Sunday School.  Items for discussion will include the status of the Sharing Community in Rosedale, an update on the handicap parking lot and stained glass window projects, and an update on the state of the church budget. A noon fundraiser meal will be provided by the Senior High youth and babysitting during the meeting will be provided by the Junior High youth.

Today (April 27) is the last Sunday the full choir will be sharing in worship until the Fall season begins in September.  We have enjoyed learning lots of new notes, being challenged, and sharing in fellowship.  We now look forward to hearing the gifts others would like to bring to worship, in small ensembles, instrumental groups, or other creative ways.  Please talk to Rosi Penner Kaufman to reserve a date. 

Photos from El Salvador service trip available online - A group from Rainbow participated in a service trip to El Salvador during Holy Week last month. The group joined with Habitat for Humanity to build decent, affordable homes for working families. The congregation supported the trip through prayer and a fundraiser lunch. To see photos from the trip, visit the website: www.joelgaeddert.com/ElSalvador/.

Mark your calendar: baby shower for Erica and Darin Penner Saturday, May 10, 2 - 4 p.m. at the home of Bob and Phyllis Carlson, 9730 Reeder, Overland Park, KS. They are registered at Babies R’Us and Cotton Babies.

Volunteers are needed to provide childcare during Freedom School Parent Orientation meetings.  This is your first chance to meet this year's students!  Only 1 1/2 hours on Thursday, May 8, 6-7:30 p.m., Friday, May 9, 10-11:30 a.m., and Saturday, May 10, 10-11:30 a.m. Sign-up when you get your coffee.

Let Freedom Ring - You are invited to an evening of fine entertainment at one of Kansas City's architectural jewels, Union Station, to raise support for Rainbow's Freedom School youth program. The event will be held on May 3, from 6:00-9:00 p.m. at the H&R Block City Stage. Guests will be treated to a series of musical and dance performances, along with hors d'oeuvres, complimentary soft drinks, and cash bar. Gift baskets and other items from local vendors will be sold at a silent auction. Tickets cost $30.

Tickets may be purchased after today after worship, or by visiting the church office during normal business hours. Tickets will also be available at the Union Station box office, or by calling: 816.460.2020. They should also be available online, at www.unionstation.org, in the near future. We hope to see you there!

Donations are also needed for the silent auction. If you would like to contribute prizes, gift certificates, gift baskets, special services, or other items, please contact Fonda Briles, fbriles@kumc.edu, or 913.526.1134. If necessary, she is willing and able to pick up donations.

Rocky Mountain Vacation – Does a vacation close to home sound like a great option with rising prices of travel?  Come enjoy a private cabin in the sky here at Rocky Mountain Mennonite Camp this summer.  Visit our web page at www.rmmc.org and select "Facilities" for a picture and description of these beautiful accommodations. 

Please contact the camp if one of the following dates works for you (dates represent overnight stays)!  Emmental Retreat Center: June 8-11, 15-17, July 6-7 / Eagles Nest: June 11-12, July 6-11, 13-16, 21-23   Rocky Ridge: June 8-0, 29-July 1, July 6-11, 15-16 / Sky-Hi-View: June 1-3, 8-17, 22-26, July 6-11, 15-16

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