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World Communion Sunday

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Dr. Steve Ayers delivers the sermon today, Oct. 1, “Come to the Table” as we celebrate World Communion Day. Scriptures are from Ezekiel 18:1-4, 25-32 and Philippians 2:1-13.  The Rev. Tim Pace is the deacon of the week. He will read the Old Testament scripture and have the morning prayer.

Deacons meeting today

The Deacons will meet at 2 p.m. today, Sunday, Oct. 1.

Finance & Stewardship meeting

The Finance and Stewardship Committee will receive budget requests at a meeting Monday, Oct. 2, at 7 p.m.

Mobile Mammography bus

The Mobile Mammography bus will be at McGill on Wednesday, Oct. 4, from 8:30-3:30. You can make an appointment by calling 704-403-1729.

Men’s breakfast

The men will meet at Punchy’s Diner on Thursday, Oct. 5, at 8 a.m. for breakfast.

Operation Christmas Child

The children will make cards this month for the shoeboxes. A packing party for Operation Christmas Child is on Sunday, November 5, from 9:30-11:30 for school age children.

Meet Your Deacon

New directories will be given out at “Meet Your Deacon” next Sunday, Oct. 8. Please check the current directory today to see if your information is correct. Call Patsy if you have corrections.

Cabarrus CROP Walk

The CROP Walk is October 15 beginning at 2 p.m. See Robert Kluttz if you would like to walk or to sponsor a walker.

Fall Festival

The Fall Festival is on Friday, Oct. 27, beginning at 6 p.m. Orange tubs are at the exits of the church. Please help fill them with wrapped candy for this fun night. If you’d like to help please see Erin Currie or email her at erin@curriecreations.com.

15 Years here

Mark your calendar for November 19 as we celebrate 15 years at the 5300 Poplar Tent Road location.

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Sept. 17: The Community of Life

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Dr. Steve Ayers delivers the sermon with scriptures from Psalm 114 and Romans 14:1-12. Danny Kirkman is the deacon of the week. He will read the Old Testament scripture and have the morning prayer.

Youth meeting

The Youth Council will meet today (Sunday, Sept. 17) at 5 p.m. Parents are asked to sign up for Sunday night suppers for the youth. Sign up sheet is outside the youth room

Operation Christmas Child

Items for Operation Christmas Child in September-Small Games. A packing party for Operation Christmas Child is on Sunday, November 5, from 9:30-11:30 for school age children.

Sweet potato harvest volunteers

Sweet potatoes will be harvested Saturday, September 23, unless the soil is too wet. Sweet potatoes are a good source of nutrition and have been a major crop since McGill first began the garden. That Saturday is also a UNCC football concession day.  Many who would normally volunteer at the Farm will be working the game, so we need others to step forward and fill the gap.  If you are considering volunteering at the Farm, sign up today following worship.

The budget process

The Finance and Stewardship Committee will receive budget requests at a meeting on September 25 at 7 p.m.

Fall Festival

The Fall Festival is on October 27 beginning at 6 p.m. Orange tubs are at the exits of the church. Please help fill them with wrapped candy for this fun night. If you’d like to help please see Erin Currie or email her at erin@curriecreations.com.

Chrismon classes

See Joyce Kluttz if you are interested in making new Chrismons for the Chrismon tree this Advent season.

Nursery workers needed

We have a need for nursery workers in the baby and the toddler rooms. See Jordan Plemmons for the 8:30 a.m. service or Melinda Wolanin for the 10:45 service.

Race Together

Race Together, an engaging and informative series, will be held at McGill each Sunday afternoon from 3-5 through October 15.  You can email Wendy McConnell at RaceTogetherSeries@gmail.com to enroll. This 6-week series will shed light on historical and social context leading to our current racial situation.

15th Anniversary at Poplar Tent

Mark your calendar for November 19 as we celebrate 15 years at the 5300 Poplar Tent Road location.

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The Night Is Far Gone

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Dr. Steve Ayers delivers the sermon with scriptures from Psalm 149 and Romans 13: 8-14. Judy Jones is the deacon of the week. She will read the Old Testament scripture and lead the morning prayer.

Deacons dinner meeting

A joint dinner meeting of those deacons who are rotating off the Diaconate and those recently elected will be tonight, Sept. 10, at 6 p.m.  Spouses are invited.

Youth meeting

The youth will meet tonight, Sunday, Sept. 10, from 6:15 until 7:45. Parents are reminded to sign up for supper outside the youth room on the bulletin board.

Future Development Committee

The Future Development Committee will meet on Tuesday, September 12, at 7:00 p.m.

Children’s Council

Children’s council meets Wednesday, September 13 at 6.

J.O.Y. Club meeting

J.O.Y. Club meets on Thursday, September 14, at 11 a.m. Mr. Jim Cooper will give an overview of Hospice and Pallative Care. Come and enjoy the food and fellowship.

McGill Supper Club

The McGill Supper Club will go to Johnny’s Farm House at 290 Copperfield Blvd. in Concord on Friday, September 15. Meet at the church at 6:30 or at the restaurant at 6:45. All are welcome to attend.

Operation Christmas Child

Items for Operation Christmas Child in September-Small Games. A packing party for Operation Christmas Child is on Sunday, November 5, from 9:30-11:30 for school age children.

Sweet Potato Harvest

Sweet potatoes will be harvested Saturday, September 23, unless the soil is too wet. Sweet potatoes are a good source of nutrition and have been a major crop since McGill first began the garden. That Saturday is also a UNCC football concession day.  Many who would normally volunteer at the Farm will be working the game, so we need others to step forward and fill the gap.  If you are considering volunteering at the Farm, sign up today following worship.

Nursery workers needed

We have a need for nursery workers in the baby and the toddler rooms. See Jordan Plemmons for the 8:30 a.m. service or Melinda Wolanin for the 10:45 service.

Race Together series

Race Together, an engaging and informative series, will be held at McGill each Sunday afternoon from 3-5 beginning September 10 through October 15.  You can email Wendy McConnell at RaceTogetherSeries@gmail.com to enroll. This 6-week series will shed light on historical and social context leading to our current racial situation.

 

Blessing of the Backpacks

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Dr. Steve Ayers will lead the service which includes the Blessing of the Backpacks and prayer for educators as school gets back in session. Today’s sermon topic is “Knowing Who Jesus Is” with scriptures fromPsalm 124 and Matthew 16:13-20.   Earnie Hartsell is the deacon of the week. He will read the Old Testament scripture and lead the morning prayer.

Operation Christmas Child

Items for Operation Christmas Child in August-School Supplies, September-Small Games. A packing party for Operation Christmas Child is on Sunday, November 5, from 9:30-11:30 for school age children.

Share the Harvest Farm volunteers needed

Sweet potatoes will be harvested Saturday, September 23, unless the soil is too wet. Sweet potatoes are a good source of nutrition and have been a major crop since McGill first began the garden. That Saturday is also a UNCC football concession day.  Many who would normally volunteer at the Farm will be working the game, so we need others to step forward and fill the gap.  If you are considering volunteering at the Farm, sign up today following worship.

Wednesday activities begin Sept. 6

Wednesday night missions and music will begin on September 6. Please refer to the schedule that was mailed with your September calendar.

Nursery volunteers needed

The nursery is one of the first places many visitors see. Help us make a good impression by volunteering for one Sunday every other month (or being an alternate). We have a real need for the baby and the toddler rooms for both services.  See Jordan Plemmons for the 8:30 a.m. service or Melinda Wolanin for the 10:45 service.

Charlotte 49ers concessions

See Jaime Poe if you’d like to help at UNCC this fall. September 8 is the first date and help is needed.

Sign up for Church Mouse

Forms are available to college students or their parents in the lobby to fill out for the “Church Mouse”. If you have questions please see Jaime Poe or email her at jkt1128@gmail.com.

Race Together

Race Together, an engaging and informative series, will be held at McGill each Sunday afternoon from 3-5 beginning September 10 through October 15.  You can email Wendy McConnell at RaceTogetherSeries@gmail.com to enroll. This 6-week series will shed light on historical and social context leading to our current racial situation.

Back to school this week

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In Cabarrus County, nearly 40,000 students will return to classes for the new school year Monday, Aug. 28.

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The Power of Forgiveness

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Dr. Steve Ayers delivers the sermon with scriptures from Romans 11:1-2a, 29-32 and Genesis 45:1-15. Bryant Frazier is the deacon of the week. He will read the New Testament scripture and will lead the morning prayer.

Operation Christmas Child

Items for Operation Christmas Child in August-School Supplies, September-Small Games. A packing party for Operation Christmas Child is on Sunday, November 5, from 9:30-11:30 for school age children.

Deacon Election

Deacon election will be held at both services today. The Deacon Nominating Committee recommends the following: Bruce Arrowood, Mandy Ashley, Keith Fitch, Bryant Frazier, Carolyn Guess, Darryl Jefferson, and Winfry Whicker.

Farm volunteers needed

David Goforth says sweet potatoes will be harvested Saturday, September 23, unless the soil is too wet. Sweet potatoes are a good source of nutrition and have been a major crop since McGill first began the garden. That Saturday is also a UNCC football concession day.  Many who would normally volunteer at the Farm will be working the game, so we need others to step forward and fill the gap.  If you are considering volunteering at the Farm, sign up today following worship.

Nursery volunteers needed

The nursery is one of the first places many visitors see. Help us make a good impression by volunteering for one Sunday every other month (or being an alternate). We have a real need for the baby and the toddler rooms for both services.  See Jordan Plemmons for the 8:30 a.m. service or Melinda Wolanin for the 10:45 service.

Dinner at Captain Steve’s

If you are interested in going to Captain Steve’s Seaford on Thursday, August 24, please sign up on sheets in your Sunday School class or call Susan Porter at 704-576-0322. You can meet at the church at 5 to ride the bus or be at the restaurant at 5:30 to eat.

Charlotte 49ers concession volunteers

See Jaime Poe if you’d like to help at UNCC this fall. September 8 is the first date and help is needed.

Church Mouse program

Forms are available to college students or their parents in the lobby to fill out for the “Church Mouse”. If you have questions please see Jaime Poe or email her at jkt1128@gmail.com.

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In the stillness and in the storm

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Dr. Steve Ayers delivers the sermon with scriptures from 1 Kings 19:9-18 and Matthew 14:22-33. Meredith Farrell is the deacon of the week. She will read the Old Testament scripture and lead the morning prayer.

Remembering Shelia and Shawn

The flowers today are given in memory of Shelia Mullis and Shawn Mullis by the Mullis Family.

Operation Christmas Child

Items for Operation Christmas Child in August: School Supplies. A packing party for Operation Christmas Child is on Sunday, November 5, from 9:30-11:30 for school age children. You are also encouraged to pack a shoebox of your own.

Youth swim party

On Wednesday, August 16 the youth will have a swim party at the Northwest Swim Club from 5-8 p.m. Rising 6th graders are invited. Please let Paul know today if you can come.

Learn to play handbells

Glenita Riley invites anyone who is interested in learning the basics of playing handbells and reading music to a one-day class on Saturday, August 19, at 10 a.m. in the choir room. Please let her know if you’d like to attend.

Deacon elections

Deacon election will be held at both services on Sunday, August 20. The Deacon Nominating Committee recommends the following: Bruce Arrowood, Mandy Ashley, Keith Fitch, Bryant Frazier, Carolyn Guess, Darryl Jefferson, and Winfry Whicker.

Nursery help needed

The nursery is one of the first places many visitors see. Help us make a good impression by volunteering for one Sunday every other month (or being an alternate). We have a real need for the baby and the toddler rooms for both services.  See Jordan Plemmons for the 8:30 a.m. service or Melinda Wolanin for the 10:45 service.

Dinner at Captain Steve’s

If you are interested in going to Captain Steve’s Seaford on Thursday, August 24, please sign up on sheets in your Sunday School class or see Susan Porter. You can meet at the church at 5 to ride the bus or be at the restaurant at 5:30 to eat.

Charlotte 49ers concessions

The UNCC concessions schedule was posted in the WAY this week. See Jaime Poe if you’d like to help. September 8 is the first date and help is needed.

College churh mouse

Forms are available to college students or their parents in the lobby to fill out for the “Church Mouse”. If you have questions please see Jaime Poe or email her at jkt1128@gmail.com.

 

The Price of Following

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Dr. Steve Ayers delivers the sermon with scriptures from Genesis 32:22-31 and Matthew 14:13-21. Donna Duncan is the deacon of the week. She will read the Old Testament scripture and have the morning prayer.

Operation Christmas Child

Items for Operation Christmas Child in August: School Supplies. A packing party for Operation Christmas Child is on Sunday, November 5, from 9:30-11:30 for school age children. You are also encouraged to pack a shoebox of your own.

Church Council meets

Church Council will meet Monday night, August 7, at 7 p.m. Please bring the dates that you need for the calendar for the upcoming months. If you cannot come please let Joyce Kluttz know the dates you need on the calendar.

J.O.Y. Club meeting

The J.O.Y. Club will meet on Thursday, August 10 at 11:00 a.m. Come and enjoy Hawaii with food of the islands and Mallie Ploughman and friends from the Cabarrus Senior Center showing us the “Hula” dance.

Youth Swim Party

On August 16 the youth will have a swim party at the Northwest Swim Club from 5-8 p.m.

Learn to play handbells

Glenita Riley invites anyone who is interested in learning the basics of playing handbells and reading music to a one-day class on Saturday, August 19, at 10 a.m. in the choir room. Please let her know if you’d like to attend.

Urgent need for nursery workers

Nursery Volunteers Needed!  The nursery is one of the first places many visitors see. Help us make a good impression by volunteering for one Sunday every other month (or being an alternate). We have a real need for the baby and the toddler rooms for both services.  See Jordan Plemmons for the 8:30 a.m. service or Melinda Wolanin for the 10:45 service.

Youth share Arkansas mission moments 

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McGill Youth share their experiences from Arkansas as part of the All Church Challenge. Today’s scriptures are from Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23 and Genesis 25:19-34.   Loree Anderson is the deacon of the week. She will read the New Testament scripture and have the morning prayer.

McGill Supper Club

McGill Supper Club will eat at Los Arcos, 1021 S. Cannon Blvd., in Kannapolis on Friday, July 21. Meet at the church at 6:30 to car pool or at the restaurant at 6:45.

Operation Christmas Child

Items for Operation Christmas Child in July: flip-flops, socks, underwear, t-shirt, hat, sunglasses, tote bag, small jewelry, watches, flashlight with extra batteries. A packing party for Operation Christmas Child is on Sunday, November 5, from 9:30-11:30 for school age children.

M&M Snack and Chat Night

The M&M Snack and Chat night is on August 4 from 6:30-9:30. Everyone is invited. Be on the lookout for other fall activities soon.

Handbell Basics

Glenita Riley invites anyone who is interested in learning the basics of playing handbells and reading music to a one day class on Saturday, August 19, at 10 a.m. in the choir room. Please let her know if you’d like to attend.

R.A.I.N. need

There is a need for a sofa for a R.A.I.N. client if you have one you could donate. Please see Winfry Whicker.

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Our youth are back after a week in Helena-West Helena, Arkansas for their annual mission trip.

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Hard to Please

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Dr. Steve Ayers delivers the sermone with scriptures from Song of Soloman 2:8-13 and Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30. Maria Arrowood is the deacon of the week. She will read the Old Testament scripture and lead the morning prayer.

Remembering Glenn Hartsell

Today during the offertory there will be a recording of Glenn Hartsell playing “What a Friend We Have in Jesus”. Glenn will be celebrating his 93rd birthday today in heaven.

Arkansas Mission under way

Youth and their chaperones left Friday, July 7, for Arkansas and will return on July 15. Please be in prayer for another successful trip ministering to the youth in this area of poverty.

Passport 2017

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The McGill group recently returned from the Passport camp after having a great time.

J.O.Y. Club meeting

J.O.Y. Club meets on July 13. Guest speaker will be John Shepherd. Come and enjoy the food and fellowship.

McGill Supper Club

McGill Supper Club will eat at Los Arcos, 1021 S. Cannon Blvd., in Kannapolis on Friday, July 21. Meet at the church at 6:30 to car pool or at the restaurant at 6:45. The supper club is anyone who wishes to attend. All are welcome.

Operation Christmas Child

Items for Operation Christmas Child in July: flip-flops, socks, underwear, t-shirt, hat, sunglasses, tote bag, small jewelry, watches, flashlight with extra batteries. A packing party for Operation Christmas Child is on Sunday, November 5, from 9:30-11:30 for school age children.

M&M Snack and Chat

Mark your calendar for the M&M Snack and Chat night on August 4 from 6:30-9:30. Everyone is invited.

Hot dog needs

Delivery drivers are needed for hot dogs. Also needed are workers for the 4th and 5th Friday in the kitchen. Banana Puddings are needed on 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Fridays.  If you have questions or would like to help please contact Winfry Whicker.

July 2 Service

 

 

Missionaries from Ukraine at McGill

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Gennady & Mina Podgaisky, missionaries from the Ukraine, will deliver the message.  Ginger Zsambeky is the deacon of the week. She will read the Old Testament scripture from Psalm 13 and lead the morning prayer.

 

Mission trip to Arkansas

Youth and their chaperones are leaving on July 7 for Arkansas and will return on July 15. Please be in prayer for another successful trip ministering to the youth in this area of poverty.

No tai chi Thursday

Susan Pollack’s tai chi class will not meet this Thursday, July 6.

J.O.Y. Club meeting

J.O.Y. Club meets on July 13. Guest speaker will be John Shepherd. Come and enjoy the food and fellowship.

McGill Supper Club

McGill Supper Club will eat at Los Arcos, 1021 S. Cannon Blvd., in Kannapolis on Friday, July 21. Meet at the church at 6:30 to car pool or at the restaurant at 6:45. This group is open to anyone who wishes to go.

Operation Christmas Child

Items for Operation Christmas Child in July: flip-flops, socks, underwear, t-shirt, hat, sunglasses, tote bag, small jewelry, watches, flashlight with extra batteries.

A packing party for Operation Christmas Child is on Sunday, November 5, from 9:30-11:30 for school age children.

M&M Snack and Chat Night

Mark your calendar for the M&M Snack and Chat night on August 4 from 6:30-9:30. Everyone is invited.

Hot dog workers needed

Delivery drivers are needed for hot dogs. Also needed are workers for the 4th and 5th Friday in the kitchen. If you have questions or would like to help please contact Winfry Whicker.

in god we trust

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