Midweek Announcements 7.31.24

Baptism Class - *Date Change* - now Aug 11
We will be holding a baptism service on Sunday, August 25. If you or your child are interested in learning more about baptism we will hold a baptism class on August 11 after the Renewal Gathering. This class is required for anyone who desires to be baptized. Register for the class here.

Men's Sports, Games, & Fellowship Night - Aug 16
On Friday August 16 from 8-10pm we have reserved the gym at Judah Christian School for a time of sports and board games. This is a great opportunity for you to bring friends and neighbors to meet others in the church.

Women's Ministry Kickoff - Aug 17
You're invited to come and celebrate God at work - recalling together how he has been working and anticipating the coming year of growing & serving the church together with our gifts. Join us for an evening of connection, vision, and learning of opportunities for growing as disciples. Appetizers will be served! More info + RSVP

CC Kids Promotion Sunday
With the start of the school year approaching, we will be promoting our grade level students on Sunday, Aug. 18 to the next grade. For some children this involves a change in classroom (i.e. incoming 2nd graders move up to the 2nd-3rd grade class). For our younger kids, the Yellow, Blue, and Red classrooms will have some shifting to evenly distribute the children. If you have any questions about what class your child will be in on Aug. 18, please feel free to reach out to Cathy Caughey (217-979-1289 / cathy.caughey@gmail.com).

Outdoor Service - Aug 25
Every August the YMCA shuts down the building for a week of repairs and updates, so we won’t have access to the indoor facility on Sunday Aug. 25. Instead we will be using the outdoor pavilion and lawn area on the north side of the parking lot.

• There will be limited seating provided so *please bring your own lawn chairs and/or blankets for seating*
• Without access to the indoor areas we will not have any Kids classrooms or childcare. Instead all children will worship with us for the full service. Activity pages and crayons will be provided, but please feel free to bring any items you may want to have during the service.
• We will be monitoring the weather as that date approaches and update you accordingly.

Men’s Retreat
The annual Men’s Retreat will be Sep 27 - 28. Registration and more info can be found here.

This Week's Sermon Scripture
Philippians 3:12-21

We will offer 3 Adult Sunday School Classes during the Fall Semester

• Sabbath: 4-week class taught by Josh Loomis beginning Sep. 15
• Creeds: 6-week class taught by John Richmann beginning Oct. 13
• Trauma: 5-week class taught by Nate Himes beginning Oct. 20