Pigeon River Church May 5, 2024
We express our love for God by worshipping Him together, introducing people to Jesus, nurturing God's family, and serving in obedience to Christ.

We are glad you are here, and we hope you enjoy this opportunity to worship God with us.

Please join us on Facebook or YouTube if you cannot attend in person.

Join us for prayer in the conference room @ 8:45 am on Sundays


Welcome, Announcements & Prayer

Songs of Worship

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30      

Message: Pastor Dave

“Introducing: Wheat, Weeds and Defunct Dryers”             

Offertory

Hymns of Worship

Mission Moment: Mental Health 

Live stream sign-off

Sharing and Prayer

Closing Hymn

Benediction

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11 am Sunday School Opportunities


  • Children - Toddler thru 5th grade classes in the basement
  • Youth - c/o Zach Sopczynski in the Youth room
  • Adults - 
  1.  Quarterly format studying Examining Our Faith Lesson 10 "Justified by Faith in Jesus" c/o Brent Maust Conference Room
  2. Bilingual Connections - c/o Esther Prisciliano, Sewing Room
  3. Love in Chaos c/o Rich Swartzendruber, Balcony
Announcements

Today...

  • Girls of Grace, 5 pm


Bay Shore Camp Family Days is on June 7 & 8. This is a free event for all. Check out the details at their website or the flyers in the foyer.


Financial Report March 31, 2024. January 1, 2024 balance $14,585.30. Offerings $81,296.98, Expenses $90,712.75, Balance $5,169.53. Year-to-date balance $-9,415.77. Included in expenses is $11,750 we sent to budgeted local and conference organizations. The elders quarterly report is in your church mailbox.


You can make a difference in the world! MCC is seeking applicants for two-year Canner Operators: Since 1946, MCC's mobile meat cannery has preserved hundreds of thousands of cans of meat for communities in need around the world. But this is only possible with the assistance of MCC canner operators and volunteers. You can help feed hungry people.

Requirements:

  • Ready to serve in the name of Christ
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • 21 years or older, single and male preferred

To learn more, visit mcc.org/canner-operator or call Joe Miller at 717-808-2417.


Positive Alternatives will once again have their spring fundraiser, the Baby Bottle Boomerang. You can pick up a Baby Bottle on Mother's Day and fill it with cash. Return it when full. The deadline to return them is Father's Day. Any questions please contact Debi Ackerman.


Offerings: You can mail in your donation or use our online giving portal in One Church. You can also check out how easy it is to text to give. Simply text the word “GIVE” and your amount to (833)428-2181. If you'd like to schedule direct deposit donations, contact Darrel Yoder. We appreciate your generosity and flexibility.

Schedules

Worship Leader this week: Dale Ackerman

Worship Leader next week: Dale Yoder

Fellowship Greeter this week: Doug & Rhonda Buehler

Fellowship Greeter next week: Tonya Karpovich

Pastoral Care this week: Staff

Pastoral Care next week: Diane Wilson

Nursery this week: Beth Maurer & Silas Maurer

Nursery next week:

Scripture Passage Next Week: Eph 5:21-6:4

Prayer Needs

Prayers for the local church

· GriefShare participants

· Pastor's Dave & Bill - wisdom and discernment in their roles & ministry opportunities

Health Concerns

· Michael Swathwood - students he works with

· Debi Ackerman - friend just out of prison, encouragement

· Brian Simmons - continued healing;

· Nathan Allred's dad, Jim, on hospice care

· Eldy Voelker - relapse of cancer, discernment on treatment

· Kathy Gnagey - Dr. appt., healing for eye

· Ben Beardsley - friend, Dawn, recovery from cancer surgery & healing

Missions/Organization

· RI - Thailand - Courtney, Continue to pray for Courtney as the end of her term approaches and she makes decisions about what comes next. Ask God to provide wisdom and guidance, as well as an open, fully present heart during her final months in Thailand.

· Family Life Ministry - Paul & Arin Shupe family

US/World

· War in Ukraine w/ Russia

· War in Israel/Gaza/Iran - hostage release & peace in Jerusalem

Calendar

Click the link to see our activities coming up.