St. Paul's Activities For the Week of 5 February 2012 and Beyond

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ACOLYTES - Jack Perdue and Steve True. 12 February - Lindsay Robert and Julia Casey.

GREETERS - Greg, Liz, Samantha and Jessica Clark. 12 February - Boy Scout Sunday.

LITURGIST - Charlene Toth. 12 February - Boy Scout Sunday.

NURSERY - . 12 February - Jen Mitchell and Carly Reed.

USHERS - Dave Stauffer, Thiha Htwar, and Jeff Mitchell. 12 February - Chris True and Boy Scouts.

U.M.Y.F. - 5 February - No Regular Meetings 12 February - Valentine's Day Parties (regular meeting times)

U.M.Y.F. Regular Meetings: Middle School 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM; High School - 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM.
Please see the Youth link under Church Groups for activity details or click here.

NEWSLETTER DEADLINE - The deadline to submit information for the March newsletter will be Wednesday, 8 February. Mark your calendars! Please e-mail your information to lamplighter@stpaulssykesville.org or 3_johnsons@comcast.net. Thank you!

FEBRUARY MISSIONS PROJECT - The February Missions Project is two-fold this month. We will support the following ministries:

• 'Feed My Sheep' - Supporting area churches provide a hot meal and CATS fare 3 times a week for those in need. Please memo checks to 'FMS'.
• 'Carroll County Food Sunday' - Providing food assistance to those in need. Non-perishable food items and monetary donations are needed. Please memo checks to 'CCFS'.

BIBLE STUDIES Here's a list of the upcoming bible studies:

• MEN'S - 'Courageous Living' - God is calling men to follow Christ and live courageously for the sake of their families! This five-session study will begin on Thursday, 23 February from 7:00 PM to - 8:00 PM in Room 202/204.
• WOMEN'S - 'What Happens When Women Say Yes to God'- This six-week study will begin on Tuesday, 28 February in Room 202/204. The morning study will be from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM with Rachel Fetterman facilitating; the evening study will be from 6:30PM to 7:30 PM with Valli Adams facilitating.

UNITED METHODIST WOMEN'S MEETING - The next UMW meeting will be held on Sunday, 12 February, after our worship service in the Education Building basement. We will work on the P.A.D.'s Project; donations of new underwear (teenage girl sizes) can be dropped off at the meeting. A light lunch will be served.

NEW MEMBER SUNDAY - If you are interested in joining St. Paul's, please notify the church office with your contact information. Thank you!

AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE - The American Red Cross will be holding a blood drive on Monday, 6 February from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Freedom Optimist Community Center (6315 Sykesville Road). Please call 800-733-2767 to schedule an appointment.

RUTH GOSNELL EDUCATION FUND - The Ruth Gosnell Education Fund is directed by the Springfield Presbyterian Church. This fund offers interest free loans to full-time college, juniors, seniors, and graduate students for the 2012/2013 academic year. Repayment of the interest free loan does not start until 6 months after graduation. Regardless of religion, applicants will receive impartial consideration. Download the RGEF Application Form C at http://www.springfield-church.org or call the church at 410-795-6152. Applications must be received by 1 March, 2012. No e-mail application will be accepted.

HOLY LAND TRIP - Open slots are available for a trip to the Holy Land from 8-17 May; hosted by Pastors Bill and Linda Allport Warehime, and Pastor Sarah Dorrence. The brochure/application can be found at the bhumc.org website. If interested, please contact Linda Warehime at 301-639-4966 or lindawarehime@myactv.net ASAP. The trip cost will increase after 1/24/2012.

PET MINISTRY - The pets ate it all! So many people need help keeping their cats and dogs; it's time to replenish our supplies. Dry cat and dog food, puppy chow, and kitty litter you donate may be dropped off on the bench outside the church office. Thank you!

LIBRARY - With the busyness of the Christmas season behind us, now is a great time to relax with a good movie or to catch up on some reading. Our library is full of wonderful books and movies for your enjoyment.

FLOWER CHART - The 2012 flower chart (next to elevator/ sanctuary level) is available to sign up for the organ or piano for special occasions. Ordering instructions are attached to the flower chart. Thank you!

HELPING HANDS MISSION - Please contact Melissa Moore (410-549-5265 or Mrsmaloo@aol.com) if you are interested in joining/learning about this ministry, if you would like to receive her e-mails, or if you know of someone who may need assistance (but may be reluctant to ask for help).

WIRED WORD - Our new Sykesville Parish Online Bible Study is getting its legs and ready for you to participate. Designed for busy adults, the content of this online Wired Word Bible Study is based on current events. Hosted by Buzz Baker with Pastor Bud participating, we examine current issues in light of the Scripture and our Christian Faith. To begin, click on this link WIRED WORD or enter 'http://grnmd.com/WiredWord/' into your Web browser (Internet Explorer, Chrome, Firefox, Safari, etc). Each week's lesson is an independent study, so members of the study group can participate as they are able. Interested, but want more information? Contact Buzz Baker at alvabaker@aol.com or 443.609.3089!

CHURCH FACILITIES - If you have a concern for one of the Trustee's, please contact the church office. We will advise you when the concern is addressed. Thank you!

ACOLYTES - If you are nine years of age or older and would like to become part of St. Paul's Acolyte Team, please contact Miss Dottie or Mr. Urban at 552-9440.

MAGAZINES NEEDED - Magazines are needed for Carroll Hospital Center patients. If you would like to donate magazines for this cause, please drop them in the box in the church foyer or in the box under the narthex table. Thanks for your support!

NURSERY HELPERS - The nursery is in need of adult and teen helpers for May and June. Also, we would love to have a 'DAD' volunteer for Mother's Day on 8 May. Please contact Jennifer Hoffman (443-609-4193 OR jenniferhoffman13@gmail.com) if you can assist with this ministry. Thank you!

CHURCH LIGHTS - When using the Church facilities, PLEASE be mindful of the increase in electric rates by making sure ALL LIGHTS are turned OFF before you leave. THIS INCLUDES ALL RESTROOMS. We want to be good stewards of what God has given us. Thank you!

'FEED MY SHEEP' SOUP KITCHEN - Teenagers can earn service-learning hours by helping out at the 'Feed My Sheep' Soup Kitchen at Wesley Freedom UMC. A sign-up sheet is located in the narthex. Any questions, please contact Pippa Cowan at 410-549-3216.

ALTAR FLOWERS - If you signed up for altar flowers, please remember to remit the cost of the flowers to the church office. The price for flowers is as follows:

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