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So thank you institutional church for:

• Bringing the church to the masses. The early church was an underground movement that went against the flow of culture and acceptable beliefs. Thanks to Constantine in 313 for making it a legitimate religion that could be practiced without persecution. First in Rome, and presently in most countries around the world.
• Valuing education. Many of the fist schools and universities were started by institutional churches, so we must recognize the value organized church has had on our society.
• Caring for the poor. Historically taking the lead on caring for the poor and needy locally and globally.
• Being there easy to find. When someone moves to town, or suffers a loss and wants to fellowship with God's children all they need to do is flip through a phone book, or drive around looking for a certain type of building.
• Being an example of people seeking God. In every 'church' I've visited I've witnessed evidence of people who love God and desire to follow Him.
• Sunday School. I am thankful for the Bible knowledge children gain from Sunday School programs.
• Programs for youth. I am thankful that 'churches' give youth a place to hang out and have fun together with the bonus of some good instruction.
• Being a meeting place. Institutional churches are a great place to meet great people to build relationships with so we can practice encouraging each other, loving each other, accepting one another, teaching each other, praying for each other, serve each other, offering hospitality to one another, not judging each other, ...
• Having great godly workers. I have no doubt that most 'full time' Christian workers are some of the most dedicated examples of Christ followers around.

I believe in God,
the God,
the only God,
who created everything
and reigns as King
over earth, sky, and water,
Sovereign and Holy,
and yet revealing Himself
in the intimacy of the name
“Father”.
He reigns over the nations; He is seated on his holy throne.
Psalm 47:8

And I believe in Jesus Christ,
the Son,
the only-begotten Son
whose reign began
in the weakness of a manger-bed,
conceived by the Spirit
and born of a virgin,
who reigned
even while nailed to a cross of wood;
who died and rose again, ascended and will come again.
He will reign forever; and his kingdom will never end.
Luke 1:33

And I believe in the Spirit,
the Holy Spirit,
the Spirit of God
who as God Himself
brings the presence of God
and extends the reign of God
in every believer and throughout the world,
who ever directs hearts
to our Lord and Savior,
so that grace might reign … to bring eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Romans 5:21

© 2009 Rick Lindholtz

From Rusty Robertson in Arizona

Cassie got her liscence!

Ticket Sales for Music Night- Aug 8

Hello Everyone! 

Just a quick note to let you know how the ticket sales are going for Music Night. We have sold half of the tickets so far. Which means we have 75 left. If you have replied on Facebook as planning to attend I have set some tickets aside for you. I will bring the remaining tickets to Church on Sunday and if you would like to go you can purchase them then. I want to make sure everyone in our Church Family who wants to go gets the chance. I feel like they may be gone after next Sunday. Performing will be Woody Wright, Yvonne Wright , Jeff VanWinkle & Mike Haemmerle. You can send me an email at haemmertime1@aol.com or leave a comment here and I will be very happy to hold tickets for you. That is absolutely not a problem.

Love to All,

Kelly

Bible Study Food

Just wanted to let you know that Paulette is making a speghetti casserole and garlic bread for tonight. Looking forward to seeing everyone!

Wasp Nest at Church

Bob, who has turned out to be quite the photographer, Stubbs took this amazing shot of the little incredible insect with the fierce sting building a home of their own right above our church doors. The nest will be removed Wednesday evening so if you are going to church this evening for Bible study take note.

HINKLE CREEK FRIENDS WELCOMES

 

WOODY WRIGHT

Sunday, August 8 at 5:00pm

Coffee & Dessert Reception 

immedietly following

Tickets $5.00

FUN!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Gaither Cruise on LAND
August 6 – 7, 2010

Alexandria, Indiana, Bill & Gloria’s Hometown

Join us for Gaither Family Resources Cruise on LAND.  Yes...that’s right..It’s all the fun of a cruise ship, but without the ship and water...AND...it is right here in Alexandria, IN, Bill and Gloria’s hometown.  Be ready to sing, laugh, and have fun the entire weekend.   Friday evening will start with a departure and dinner party!  Later that evening be ready for a concert featuring Reggie and Ladye Love Smith, Woody Wright, Gordon Mote, Lynda Randle, Logan Smith, who has a voice like Vestal, and of course, Bill and Gloria.  On Saturday, we start the day with breakfast and venture off into many breakout sessions and events. Enjoy the Game Area, Spa, Ice Sculpture, Cooking with Lynda Randle Show, Piano Lounge, Meet and Greet Time and more surprises too!!  Your ticket includes dinner on Friday evening, breakfast and lunch on Saturday as well as the concert and breakout sessions.  This weekend will offer all of the fun of a cruise.  Guests will explore the different areas of the Gaither Company to have fun and relax and enjoy their weekend.  Be one of the first to enjoy this up-close and personal weekend event! 

August 6-7, 2010

Tickets are going fast!  Order today!
Weekend Package: $120/person
To order tickets contact Gaither Family Resources at 1-800-520-4664 or go to Gaither Family Resources.

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Just wanted to pass this along,
'How can we say' Thanks',for the things you have done for us, things so undeserved, yet you gave to prove your love for us. The voices of a million angels could never express our deep gratitude, All that we are, and ever hope to be, We owe it all to Thee! 'To GOD be all the Glory'!!!

Prayers Needed

I just received a call from Larry Addy asking for prayer for Dave Elmore. Dave is the man who played the piano and sung for us a week ago during Sunday Services. He had a flare up with his heart and is down at Vetern's Hospital undergoing tests. So, I assured Larry we would all be in prayer for Dave. He is a wonderful man who has blessed us several times with his gift of music. Thanks!

Food Pantry Newsletter from WRCC Submitted by Bev (thanks Bev)

Friends
Another busy afternoon at the pantry with 105 families including 22 new ones. We had a total of 36 volunteers that helped us and 14 volunteers on Tuesday that worked getting ready for today. Many, many people remain unemployed and are trying to find work. We have moms with kids that are ready to be evicted and families living without utilities.  We ask for your prayers for these families and for our volunteers to have the right words of encouragement and direction to give the families. 
Our top needs this week include oatmeal, pancake mix and syrup, sugar, cake or brownie mix, jelly, soups (except tomato) shampoo, toothpaste and diapers any size. Please consider bringing in some items the next time you come to church. Have your kids pick out some things to help a family going through a difficult time. We are so grateful for everything that is donated. If it were not for your giving hearts we would not be able to keep the pantry going.  If you don't have time to shop and would like to donate a gift card, we would be happy to shop for you.
We are continuing to collect paper bags and empty liquid laundry soap containers. We can recycle those and put them to good use.
"I assure you that everyone who has given up house or brothers or sisters, or mother or father or children or property for my sake and for the Good News, will receive now in return a hundred times over houses, brothers, sisters, mothers, children and property." Mark 10:29

In Him
Kim DeMasie

A message from Bev

Hey  I was just looking at the Kroger ad and do they have some good bargins.  Lots of 10 for $10.00  Dole pineapple, Mandarin oranges,tooth paste and tooth, brushes, shampoo, bath soap,deodorant, pasta and sauce, bags of salad,mimi carrots, frozen vegetables, butter, sunny d juice.    Big Lots has Flavor Ice and slushies to freeze.  I heard those go over big with the kids.  I always hope I have some extra grocery money to stock up on the $1.00 items.because some weeks I don’t have things to donate.  And they need food and supplies every week.  They always thank me for Hinkle’s help.  I make sure they know it’s not just my donation but also the churches.  I just deliver it.

I have a lot of things to take today that was brought last Sunday. Thanks to all for your generosity.  Would you believe I found hot dogs for 79 cents.  So the kids will like that.

Bev Stewart

(Thank you Bev for all you do! ~Kelly)

Quaker Classes

This coming Sunday,

June 20th at 9:30 AM 

will be the first in a series of Quaker Classes led by Bob Stubbs. 

These classes will be held during the normal Sunday School Class time.

Everyone is encouraged and welcomed to join the class.

You can learn about the history of Hinkle Creek Friends as well as the history of Quakerism and it's founder George Fox. If you've never been or havn't been for a while you should come to these informative and interesting classes. 

From White River Food Pantry

Hello
A father of 4 that has been out of work for the past several months, a middle aged woman that can barely walk and living on disabiltiy, a senior citizen living on a small social security check.  These are the faces that visit our food pantry on a weekly basis. Some people need our help for a week or two and some need it for months. Food is a necessity of life and we need your help. Our pantry is EXTREMELY LOW on almost everything.  Last Thursday we had 95 families including 15 new families. We were blessed with 25 volunteers that helped out. 
Items most needed are cereal, pancake mix and syrup, Canned fruit, canned vegetables, soups (other than tomato) jelly, canned meat, toiletries, and diapers any size.  We had a youngster in the kids room last week who's diaper was so full that pieces of cotton were all over the room. She was given diapers and the youngster was changed before she went home.

Meijer has their 10 for $10 sale, get the 11th item free.  Kroger has select Kellog cereals on sale for 1.88 and Dole fruit select brands for 10 for $10.

These families not only get food from us but much needed hugs, prayer and a place of refuge from all of the issues they have going on. Our needs will be higher in the next couple of months since many of our families children were receiving free breakfast and lunch at school. Please consider sharing your blessings with others.

In Him

Kim DeMasie

THIS SUNDAY

Remember this Sunday is our monthly fellowship breakfast and Monthly Meeting following Service! Hope everyone can come to the breakfast! We always have a nice time of fellowship and food!

Summer!!!

Good Morning everyone I just wanted to wish you all a great weekend!! See you Sunday!

REMEMBER THE CHALLENGE!

Just want to remind everyone about the challenge to bring TOOTHPASTE for the food pantry this Sunday! The pantry is getting very low on many items, so your help would be appreciated. There will be a special bag in the foyer to collect other toilet articles for the Moms and Dads and also treats for the children that are served by the food pantry. The bag will be kept there for a couple of weeks to give everyone a chance to contribute. Remember our sign above the door????? "You are now entering the Mission Field". What a better way than helping families that are in our community! Thank you all for your help in this wonderful outreach!

Indianapolis, Indiana

Memorial Day Weekend 2010

Flags 4 Heroes

Thursday, June 10

Trustees Meeting 6:00
Ministry & Council 6:30

Quaker Haven Camp July 11-16 drop off/pick up times

On Sunday July 11th the sign in time for camp is 3:00
On Friday July 16th the pick up time is 1:00

Quaker Haven Camp July 11-16

What should I Bring to Camp?

You will need: Bible, notebook, pen, sports clothing, bug repellent, sunscreen, jacket or sweatshirt, rain gear, two pairs of shoes, swimsuit, towels, washcloth, soap, toothpaste, toothbrush, pillow, sleeping bag or bedroll. We suggest: beach shoes, camera, fishing gear, musical instrument and money for crafts, photo, and snacks. DO NOT BRING: radios, CD/MP3 Players, 2-way radios, cell phones, or any other expensive electronic devices

Bible Study tonight! Help please?

I received word from Will that he and Casey will NOT be able to attend Bible Study tonight, so I will attempt to lead it. We are going to study Chapter 30 of Genesis and I would like to ask all of you to try to read and study it ahead of time so we can have a good discussion. The chapter is about the jeolousy of Rachael over Leah having all the babies and tells Jacob that she will die if he does not bare her children. Jacob asks her if she thinks he is God and able to cause that to happen. The discussion will focus around jeolousy and rivlary in a family. If I'm a bit late, it is because I need to go to the calling at the funeral home for Betty McDonald's brother. So, if I'm not there to unlock the church - don't give up on me - I'll be there! Bob

Food for Bible Study-Tuesday

There will be Homemade Noodles-n-Chicken and Green Beans at tomorrow's/Tuesday Night's Bible study.
(Just a hint-you may need to get in line before the Martz brother's find out about the noodles, that is, if you want any noodles yourself ☺)

Posted by Pat

Hello Everyone!

We will not be having Youth Group this Thursday because of the Ministry & Council meeting. The next meeting will be on Thursday, June 24 at 6:00. Location to be announced.
Your Friend,
Kelly

Prayer needed

We as a Church Family need to lift up Betty McDonald in your prayers today. Her brother (Bill Phillips) who we have had on our prayer list died suddenly last evening with a heart attack. Betty is in shock over his sudden death and now is a time when she needs her Church Family to stand in proxy and lift her up. Our deep sympathy goes out to her and her family.

Youth Group

Youth Group Pics

Bible Study Food

Paulette is bringing sliced ham and macaroni & cheese for tonight. If anyone wants to bring dishes to go with that, it gives you a base to work from.