News You Can Use

News You Can Use

Mightier than the thunder of the great waters, mightier than the breakers of the sea--the Lord on high is mighty.

--Psalm 93:4

Bible Study will be held at Terry Hale's on Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.

Membership and Growth....
will meet on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. If anyone is interested in joining this committee, please contact Bill Bergener.

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.

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.

We would like to thank Bob Browning, Augie Bennett and Bill Bergener for doing a wonderful (and laborious) job in stripping and waxing the Fellowship Hall floor. The hall looks terrific! Thank you again.

Our sympathy is extended to Dave and Kathy Moore on the passing of Dave’s sister, Pam Moore on December 16.

Our sympathy is extended to Rheta Thompson and her family on the death of her husband John on Christmas day. A memorial service was held here at the church with Pastor John officiating

Our sympathy is extended to Sarah Bendure and her family on the passing of her daughter Sandy Goolsby on January 17, in Gray, Georgia.

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.

Please remember the following members in your prayers.

Colleen Tharp
Rheta Thompson & Family
Cindy McFarren & Family
Sarah Bendure & Family

Women's and Men's Groups Activities

Esther Circle will not meet in February

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.

Annual Reports Due

A reminder to all Chairpersons of committees or Boards that an annual report is due. I would like to have them printed for the February Official Board meeting on February 8. Please email your report to fccsecretary01@yahoo.com.

Busy Hands Ministry

Genevieve Zavasky, through her compassion and love for those less fortunate, started Busy Hands a few years ago. Our purpose is to supply hats, scarves, and mittens to grade school children in Massillon who have none. We also make lap afghans for people in nursing homes and homeless shelters.

On February 13, 2009, Genevieve went home to be with our Lord. We know she would want this ministry to continue. In order for that to happen, we need your help.

If anyone, women, men, or teens has the talent to crochet or knit - or would like to learn, we would love to have you join us. Don't have this talent or desire to learn this craft? We could use any donations of yarn or a small monetary gift. Our meetings will be the last Monday of the month, starting March 30, from 7-9 p.m. at the church. If you would rather crochet or knit at home, yarn can be picked up at the church. If you have any questions, contact Marie Baker or Darlene Berquist.

Please join us in keeping this ministry going. You will feel so blessed helping someone less fortunate. Thank you and God bless you.