Church News September 27, 2026
September 27, 2026CHURCH NEWS:
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD NEEDS:
We are still in the need for the following items:
Little Rubber Bouncy Balls
Bug Bans (insect repeller wristbands)
Yo Yo’s
Balloons
Glue Sticks
Thank you so much for your kindness!!
Reminder: Our float will be in the Pumpkin Fest Parade this Saturday at 11:00 AM. Be sure to attend the parade and see our float and the hard work by our Post High Group. *If you would like to donate candy to share at the parade, please put
It on the table in the Fellowship Hall. Thank You
Fellowship Committee Happenings:
Sat. Nov. 7th – “I Can Only Imagine 2”- Pizza at 5:00 PM – Movie to follow
(above to be held at our church)
Possible outings: Covered Bridge Festival at Bridgeton, IN, Friday, Oct. 9th (if necessary, a Rain Date of Wed., Oct. 14th.) This is an All Day Event – Not yet sure for time of departure.
Olivet Homecoming Concert – “Music from the American Songbook” on Sat., Oct 24th -at Olivet. Concert starts AT 7:30. Departure time from church is still to be determined. Cost of ticket is $10.00 per person. Please call Fred or Beth to order tickets, as soon as possible.
Nomination Letters: The letters have been mailed out addressing that the time is near for you to vote for those you wish to be on the Consistory. The letter explains in greater detail, ballots are also included in this letter. The ballot box is located in the Secretary’s office. Please cast your vote and place the ballots in the Ballot Box. Thank You
Food Pantry. We had 33 families and 89 people at the food pantry on Saturday, Sept. 19th. The St. Anne Food Pantry accepts any non-perishable food items. We can use the following: soup, instant potatoes, pasta, rice-a-roni, pancake mix. Thanks for all your donations! Please place items on food cart in the Fellowship Hall by Friday, Oct. 2nd.
Reminder: The new copies of the Words of Hope devotional booklet are in the book cart in the Narthex.
Emergency Purposes: In case of emergency, please contact your Shepherding Elder. Should you wish to contact Rev. Oord call him at: 616-401-6481.
Evangelism Station: Check out the new items in the Evangelism Station in the Narthex. There are options for children and adults. Please take and use any items as you share the Good News! Enjoy.
Upcoming Dates:
- Saturday, Oct. 3rd: 11:00 AM – Pumpkin Fest Parade-St. Anne
- Sunday, Oct. 4th: Lord’s Supper
- Monday, Oct. 5th: 10:00 AM – Bible Study-Genesis 26; 7:00 PM – Tentative Elders and Consistory Meeting
- Thurs. Oct. 8th: Living Alternatives Banquet
- Thurs. Oct. 15th: Classis Illiana
- Monday, Oct. 19th: 10:00 AM – Bible Study-Genesis 27:1-40
- Saturday, Oct. 31st: 10:00 AM - OCC Work Day (No skills required)
- Monday, Nov. 2nd: 10:00 AM -Bible Study; 7:00 PM – Tentative Elders and Consistory Meeting
- Saturday, Nov. 7th: 5:00 PM – Pizza and Movie Night at Church
- Saturday, Nov. 14th: 5:00 PM – Kids Pack-A-Box Party – OCC; 6:00 PM – Church Pack-A-Box Party - OCC
- Monday, Nov. 16th: 10:00 AM – Bible Study – Genesis 27:41-28:9
- Thurs. Nov. 26th: Thanksgiving Day
- Monday, Dec. 7th: 10:00 AM – Bible Study – Genesis 28:10-22; 7:00 PM – Tentative Elders and Consistory Meeting
- Monday, Dec. 21st: 10:00 AM – Bible Study – Genesis 29:1-30:24
- Friday, Dec. 25th: Christmas Day
Posted by Andy Moore.
