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This year’s commission affirmation balloting is Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024, and will be held on the main level by the chapel wall. This will take place before Sunday School, between Sunday School and church, and also after church. You are eligible to vote for each commission under which you serve. You do not have to be on a commission or a committee member to affirm, only serve. You should vote for each commission under which you serve. Commission nominees this year are Worship: Dean Lehman and Jeanne Frank; Care: Sara Meyer and Lindsey Bluhm; Witness: Tim Sprunger and Rick Sprunger; Disciple: Kathy Bauman and Matt Wheeler.

You are invited to attend Mennonite Choral Society's annual renditions of Handel's Messiah, directed by Brent Hyman. Join us for a worshipful experience on Saturday, December 7, at 7:00 p.m. or Sunday, December 8, at 3:00 p.m. The concert will feature a talented lineup of soloists, including soprano Renee Rybolt, alto Cassandra Petrie, tenor Tim Bentch, and bass Mark Stachofsky. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of this timeless masterpiece as we worship our Lord.

From Friday, Dec. 13, through Sunday, Dec. 15, you have an opportunity to host Ohio State international students in your home through Rich Mendola “International Friendships Ministries”. The students will spend the weekend with you and experience the love of Jesus through Christian hospitality. If you are interested, please sign up in the foyer. This is a wonderful opportunity to show HIS love. Sunday, Dec. 1, will be the FINAL date for signups.

All kids ages 3 - 5th grade will participate in the Kids Christmas Program on Sunday, December 15, at 6:30 p.m. Elementary kids will present the musical, "A Lamb’s Tale." Mark your calendars now!

The 2025 Adams Country Strong Marriage Conference will be held on February 7-8, 2025, at the Adams County 4-H Expo Hall! Marriage Playbook will be presented with guest speakers former NBA player Bay Forrest and wife Peg. For more details and/or to register, click here.

Join us Wednesday evenings this fall for Bible study, personal enrichment, and fellowship.  There is something for everyone!

Fellowship Meal - Served from 5:45-6:30 p.m.

Open Gym for Kids - 6:00-6:50 p.m.

Baby/Toddler Child Care & Classes for All Ages - 7:00-8:00 p.m.

Choirs - Varied rehearsal times

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILED INFORMATION

Friendsgiving Meal: Youth will have a Friendsgiving meal on Wednesday, Nov. 27, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Entrée and drink provided, youth bring a food item to share!

Swiss Village: Youth will be going to Swiss Village for games and conversation with our Swiss Village congregation on Sunday, Dec. 1. More details to come. Lunch will be provided for the youth after church so please sign up. 

Class Party: The 7th/6th/5th grade class party will be on Sunday, Dec. 8, following morning church service until 2:00 p.m. down in the youth room.

Children in grades 3-9 are invited to join in for a weekend of singing on Saturday, March 1, and Sunday, March 2, 2025, here at First Mennonite Church! For additional information and/or to register, please visit mennoniteyouthchoir.com.

Contribute to the needs of our community by participating in Project Share. You can place your donations on the table in the foyer or in the box inside the east entrance of the church.  Suggestions for each month are listed below, but all donations are appreciated.

• January - Cereal & Baby Food
• February - Monetary Donations
• March - Vegetables
• April - Boxed/Pouched Side Dishes
• May - Cake, Brownie, Muffin Mixes
• June - Paper Products
• July - Personal Hygiene Products
• August - Feminine Hygiene Products
• September - Canned Meat
• October - Soups
• November - Pasta
• December - Beans

Have you heard about pickleball? Pickleball is fun, social, and friendly. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn. Come to the Family Life Center on Tuesday and Thursday evening anytime between 6:30 and 8:30 and/or on Saturday morning between 9 and 11 and join other individuals, couples, and families as they enjoy a new game. Don't have a paddle? No problem. We have extra if you need one. Contact Craig Sprunger for more information - 260.450.4206.

Please note: There will be no pickleball in the Family Life Center in July and August.

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