NEWS & EVENTS
Mark and Janet Woof joyfully announce the birth of their son, Hunter Mark, born on Wednesday, August 25. Hunter joins sisters Hailey and Hannah.
The Fall Worship Schedule Changes on September 11/12
Beginning on this weekend, contemporary worship services will be held on Saturday at 5 p.m., and Sunday at 8 and 9:30 a.m. A blended service will be held on Sunday at 11 a.m. Communities for all ages will be offered both days.
Weekday Courses Begin Tuesday, September 14
Online information and registration is now open for Courses in Blocks 1 and 2.
Meet and Greet
Sunday, September 12 / 10:30 a.m. / Fellowship Hall
Stop by Fellowship Hall to greet Adam, Sari and Nuria Abramson home from Israel. All are welcome!
Bring A Friend to Alpha
Thursdays beginning September 16 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Does God exist? Is this it? What does it matter? Do you have a friend who is seeking spiritual truth and/or interested in investigating the Christian faith? Invite them to Alpha, a 10-week course discussion. No question is too simple or too hostile. Whom will you bring? Register online.
Summer College Bible Study
Tuesdays, running through the summer / 7:30 p.m. / Valley Café
We invite all college students, including incoming freshmen, to a new summer Bible study. The study will be led by recent college graduate, Alden Golab.
Tuesday Night Bible Study — Habits of the Heart
Tuesdays, 7 – 8:30 p.m. / Room 209
The (HOTH) Bible study continues to meet during the summer and is open to new members. The group is viewing and discussing Ray Vander Laan’s DVD series, In the Dust of the Rabbi. For more information, contact B.G. Zeitz at bgz223@comcast.net or Rob Fortgang at rob@fortgangemploymentlaw.com.
ValleyUpperRoom.org
Because a primary value at Valley is that prayer is a real cause of spiritual power and progress, we want it to be easy for you to pray for our church family. Over the next few weeks, prayer requests from the printed prayer sheet will be added to the online list, at www.valleyupperroom.org., which is now up and running.
Can You Turn on a Computer?
Yes? Then how would you like to devote some time at only one service per month running the slides at Valley? It is not difficult and you will be trained in everything you need to know. Curious? Then call Lynn Daigle at 860.351.5045 or visit her in the Sanctuary balcony on Saturdays at 3:30 p.m. to learn what is involved.
New Christian Counselor Available at Valley
Olga Calvo is a licensed marriage and family therapist who works with children, adolescents, and adults. She has experience in individual, couples, and family treatment forms, with treatment orientation in family systems theory from a Christian perspective. Hours are by appointment; contact Lynne Gucwa, 860.673.6826 x108 for further information or to set an appointment.
Offering Envelopes
2010–11 offering envelopes are available for pick-up in the Welcome Center. Please pick yours up. If you don’t have envelopes and would like them, contact Dolores at 860.673.6826 x135.
Reception Coordinators
Coordinators are needed for the receptions associated with funerals or memorial services held at the church. Interested volunteers should contact Lynne Gucwa at 860.673.6826 x108 or lgucwa@valleycommunity.cc.
Knitters Needed
Requests for prayer shawls has grown tremendously. We need more willing knitters -- we can teach you how if you don't know. For more information, contact Lynne Gucwa at 860.673.6826 x108.
Student Ministries Events
> HS Summer Ignite -- Wednesday nights in August / 7 - 8:30 p.m.
For all incoming ninth through twelfth graders. Join the fun!
> For more, see Student News available at valleycommunity.cc/middleschool or
valleycommunity.cc/highschool.
The Valley Runners
Exercise your physical and spiritual muscles by joining the Valley Runners for runners of all levels,
who meet several times a week. Contact Rebecca Stephenson at 860.967.7235 or email,
valleyrunners@comcast.net or kids_who_tri@yahoo.com or go to valleyrunners@valleycommunity.cc for
more information.
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