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First Christian Church
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News You Can Use
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Mightier
than the thunder of the great waters, mightier than  the breakers of the sea--the Lord on high is mighty.
--Psalm 93:4
"Welcome Friends" Folder
on the Table
To welcome our visitors and friends we are starting to hand out bright
blue welcome folders which include a church brochure, business card, welcome information, book mark or other gifts.
Our regular greeters and door greeters will be handing these out to our visitor's. The booklets can be found on
the table in the foyer. If you see someone with one of these folders be sure to greet them, offer your name and when
you learn their name try to remember so the next week you can greet them.
 Elder's Shepherding Program
The Elders have initiated a shepherding program which involves all members
and regular attenders to worship. Each Elder has been assigned around 12 people/families. In a few weeks you will
receive a postcard telling you who you are assigned to. The Elders desire to be available to you with any spiritual
or prayer needs you may have. Our hope is to keep in touch with all our members and friends and to show love and hospitality.
As Elders, we believe this program will help.
Senior Luncheon
Our next luncheon will be March 24, at 12:00 noon. Bring a friend and a covered dish.
Come enjoy the fellowship and good food.
 Our deepest sympathy is extended to the family of Dorothy Ryan who died on Sunday,
February 14. She was a loving mother and grandmother and a faithful member of the church. Dorothy is the mother
of Jerry Ryan. She will be greatly missed.
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Adult and Youth Baptism
If you as an adult or your child are interested in being baptized please contact the pastor.
We are looking to do baptisms on Easter Sunday. There will be a separate class offered for youth and adults based upon
the number of responses.
Thank you Cleaning Team!
We would like to thank all the people who have helped clean the church building
in February: Barb Baker, Bill Bergener, Don Shem, Link and Michelle Logen, Phyllis Hale and of course, all the Sunday
School teachers. If you would like to hlep, contact the chairperson of the Trustees, Wayne Black, or the church
office.
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Remember to Call the Church
When
You're in the Hospital
If you are at the hospital overnight or
just for the day and desire a visit from the pastor or an elder, please be sure to notify the church. Sometimes the
hospital notifies us a couple days later or not at all. We really do want to be with you during your time of need.
Hand Sanitizer
is available at the podium at the back of the
sanctuary in the Narthex for you to use during this flu season. If you or your children have any of the symptoms of
the flu, please be considerate and stay home and get well. This will help in not spreading the flu.
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Do not fret for the morrow,
Today is in your hands,
God takes care of tomorrow,
And all
that it demands.
The now is very precious,
It never came before.
God means for you to use it,
Before
He gives you more.
Our wise and loving Savior,
Knows well what you can do.
While He cares for tomorrow,
This day He gives to you.
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Mention our Name
If you do any of your grocery shopping at GFS Marketplace, please say that you are from the First
Christian Church in Massillon and we will get credit for your purchase. GFS sends an annual rebate check at the end
of the year based on the amount spent under our name.
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Please
remember the following members in your prayers.
Marge Martin's Family
The Ryan Family
Cindy McFarren
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Women's and Men's Groups
Activities
Lydia Circle will not meet
in March
Esther Circle will meet on March 3 at 7 p.m.
The Well
will meet on March 16, at 7:00 p.m. in the Parlor.
Men's Prayer Breakfast will meet
at Menches Brothers on March 20, at 8:00 a.m. Please come join us for our monthly breakfast and enjoy some great
food and fellowship.
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Helping Hands Fund
With the financial situation of some of our members and the community,
please remember to donate to the Helping Hands fund so the church will be able to help during these difficult days.
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Shut-In Easter Cards
Watch for a list of our shut-in members at the beginning of March by the card box in the foyer.
Our shut-in members always enjoy getting cards from their church family. The cards will be included with the Easter
Baskets that will be delivered.
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