A Series on "Women in The Bible" |
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We encourage all our members to support the church’s vision and mission through your Tithes and Offering. Tithes and offerings are a necessity to keep operations and ministry going. Kindly text ‘GIVING’ to (574) 234-3044 or go to our church website (www.sbadventist.org) and go to ‘GIVING’ to return your tithes and offerings.
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What talent(s) has God given you? Some might be obvious, while others could seem minor or even uncertain. Let’s take a moment corporately to consider what God has given to each of us. You can do this on your own, as well. You might already have a clear answer or two from God, or maybe you need more time... Read More
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Please plan to attend the upcoming Church Business Meeting which will be at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 28.
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Are you interested in being part of a ministry? Next Sabbath, January 28, after service, all our church ministries will be on display in the foyer and you are invited to visit with the leaders and get to know how you can get involved in serving. |
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Thank you, church, for your generous offering for the people of Maasai. The funds received for the Christmas Project this year totaled $7,912.54 and this amount will be transferred to the East Kenya Union Conference very soon. We are partnering with Karenga’ta Seventh-day Adventist Church, Nairobi, Kenya, in helping families from three companies, Torosei Central, Makatai, and Olesheki. The members are experiencing severe famine, and your financial support will go a long way in alleviating hunger in their families.
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Parents of Adventurer-age children (ages 6-10) are encouraged to attend a meeting with the Director today, January 21, from 3-4 p.m. in the Kindergarten classroom.
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Wednesday Bible Study Meetings |
You are invited to join our mid-week Bible study & Fellowship meeting on Wednesday, January 18, at 7:00 pm in the Conference room. We are continuing our study on “The Book of Romans”. Kindly invite family and friends. We look forward to seeing you. |
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Pathfinder Induction Service |
At 6:00 p.m. on Friday evening, January 27, the Pathfinder Club will hold a vesper/induction service at the church. Please come to support your Pathfinders. |
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Young Adult Sabbath School |
The Young Adult Sabbath School meets in the mother’s room every Sabbath morning from 9:45 to 10:45. Young adults are encouraged to attend. Our focus is on the Christian Life Style. |
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The Children’s Sabbath School division has an ongoing 15-minute ‘Parent-Time Discipleship Class’ each Sabbath at 10:40 am at the Beginners Class. We have completed The Caring Child. We now turn to “Adventist Home” by Ellen G. White. The class aims to teach and train parents practical ways of nurturing our children in this generation. If you have young children and are interested, kindly join the class. You can click on the button below to access the online copy of Adventist Home. We are discussing chapter 3. If you have any inquiries, kindly contact Pastor Ruth (rnyabeta@gmail.com or (269) 519-8924). |
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A copy of the constitution governing the Michiana Center of Music (MCM) is posted on the Church's bulletin board for your review.
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A list of proposed updates to the platform is poste on the bulletin board. Please take the opportunity to review these proposals. They will be discussed at the Church Business Meeting on January 28, 2023. |
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Family Health Weekend to Remember |
Kindly block these dates: February 10-12, 2023. We are planning a fun-filled, educational, and stress-free Healthy Weekend. We will learn how to cook various meals from different parts of the world, participate in obstacle races with our children and family members, engage in indoor sporting activities, and participate in healthy conversations on living in abundance. Kindly fill out the survey forms that will be handed to you during Sabbath School or by the greeters and hand them back by the end of the service or as soon as it is completed. Indeed it will be a Weekend to Remembers. More details will follow soon.
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We are planning a six-series Health Seminar from February 23 to March 30, 2023. The meetings will be held on Thursdays from 7 - 8 p.m. at the church. You are highly encouraged to register for this seminar. Please mark your calendars and invite your friends. |
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Pastor Thordarson plans to conduct a five week seminar on Tuesday evenings from February 28 to March 28 entitled “Living with Grief”. The seminar will be held at 7:00 p.m. in the Library. Plan to come and invite your family and friends to come with you. |
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I wish to say “Thank You” to all of you who came to celebrate my retirement at our Open House. I do very much appreciate all who came, your beautiful cards, warm messages and gifts. Jonina Thordarson |
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South Bend Disc Golf League |
A putt-putt league will meet in the gym at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday evenings in January. Watch this space for additional information.. |
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Anyone is interested in playing ping pong in the gym, please text the church office at 574-234-3044. Several tables are available so If there is an interest , the gym will be open on the second Monday evening of each month. |
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Children/Youth Sabbath School Classes |
We need help in our Kindergarten, Primary, and Junior/Early-teen Sabbath School classes. If you can help, please see Pastor Throstur or Pastor Ruth. |
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Pathfinder/Adventurer Assistance Needed |
The South Bend First Church is pleased to have active Pathfinder and Adventurer Clubs for the young people of our church. Those who are attending are having a great experience as they learn and earn badges. However, more help is needed if these programs are to continue. We appeal to parents to volunteer at the Pathfinder meetings and/or if you can help with young people, contact the leaders or pastors for more information. |
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We are looking for a volunteer to plan and coordinate monthly projects that match up the needs of our congregation and community members with the energy, enthusiasm, and talent of our South Bend Junior Academy K-8 students. If you are interested in service to both Church and school in this capacity, please get in touch with Chris Morris: call or text (480) 878-8565 for further information. We want to plan now to have a solid program for Fall 2022. |
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The Social Committee is expanding! If you would like to help plan our church events, or if you have some good ideas for socials, please contact Nicole Korp at (402) 679-2967. |
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Sabbath, January 21 9:45 am - Sabbath School 11:00 am - Worship: Pastor Thordarson 5:30 Vespers with Nyaribo Family Sunday, January 22 10-noon Pathfinders
10-noon Adventurers Tuesday, January 24 5:30 p.m. Disc Golf Putt-Putt Wednesday, January 25 7:00 pm – Bible Study Friday, January 27 6:00 pm - Pathfinder Induction Service Sabbath, January 28 9:45 am - Sabbath School
11:00 am - Worship: Pastor Nyaribo 7:00 pm - Church Business Meeting |
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