Weekly Bulletin

NOvember 3rd, 2024

men's Ministry

Father/daughter outing 2025

A father/daughter extended weekend is being planned for June 19th—22nd. This trip is for fathers with daughters in 7th grade — 12th grade.  If you are interested and for more details, con-
tact Neil Renno.

women's Ministry

Sit-Sip-Savor:

Join us Tuesday, November 12th at 9:00 am at Emily (Shawn) Yoder’s for a time of fellowship and devotional.

Youth Ministry

Fusion

Games/Bible Study/Worship Thursday, November 14th, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm . Please bring a drink or a snack to share.

Ignite

Games/Bible Study/Worship Sunday, November 17th from 5:00 pm—7:00 pm. Please bring a snack or drink to share.

Radiate

Bowling Wednesday, November 6th from 7:00 pm— 9:00 pm.

Kid's Ministry

Team Kid

christmas program needs

Join us for games, Bible adventures, snack and lots of fun Tuesday, October 29th, and November 12th & 26th for Fall Team Kid, 6:00 pm —7:30 pm. Note the time change from previous years. Register online at https://locustgrovemc.org/children .
The Kid’s Christmas Program is Sunday, December 8th at 6:30 pm. If you have a sheep or a calf we could use for the live nativity after the program, contact Kara at 717-437-1473. If you would like to donate cookies and/or help with crafts at the live nativity, see the sign-up sheets on the Kid’s Ministry bulletin board.

single parent family ministry

dc4k fundraiser

Gracie Civitts created a coupon booklet for local businesses as a fundraiser for DC4K. The booklets cost $10 with coupons for over $100 of saving for local business. Contact Ann Kanagy, Emily (Clint) Yoder or Michael Hartzler to purchase a booklet.

General Announcements

young adult ministry position

Class shepherd Meeting

The leadership of Locust Grove is actively seeking an individual to fill the part-time role of Young Adult Ministry
Coordinator. If you are interested in learning more about this fulfilling ministry opportunity to encourage and equip a group of active and engaged truth seeking Christ followers, contact Pastor Ivan Yoder for a job description.
All class shepherds and leaders are invited to a meeting on Sunday, November 3rd at 6:00 pm. Be praying and be prepared to share ideas of what we are doing well and ways we can improve our Sunday School ministry at Locust Grove. RSVP to Neil Renno.

2025 Church Calendar

thanksgiving eve service

Please review your family’s birthday and anniversary information on our 2024 church calendar. Do you have a favorite recipe or gluten free recipe you would like to share? Submit recipes by email in a word document format and any changes for the calendar to Arlene at arlene@locustgrovemc.org .
Our Thanksgiving Eve Service will be Wednesday, November 27th at 7:00 pm. As part of our service, we are inviting individuals to share testimonies or a word of encouragement expressing thankfulness to God. If you have interest in sharing, please contact Ivan or Neil.

Parade of books Readers Club

We meet the first Monday of each month at Locust Grove in room 108 from 7:00—8:30 pm. Come prepared to share about a book you are reading or have read. Everyone is welcome to our November 4th meeting.

Fuel Donation needed

Due to the recent hurricanes in North Carolina, community farmers in Mifflin and Juniata are coordinating truckloads of
hay to assist farmers in North Carolina for their livestock. There is a financial need to cover the cost of diesel fuel. If you would like to make a cash donation for fuel, there are containers in each lobby area for your cash donation. Contact Matt Yoder with any questions.

international gifts & bake sales

Mds Volunteers

Join us for holiday gift ideas at Cedar Grove BIC Church for the 30th Anniversary Juniata Valley International Gifts Sales, November 14th, 15th & 16th. See the posters on each bulletin board for more details and specific times for each day.
Mennonite Disaster Service (MDS) volunteers are in western North Carolina responding to the impacts of Hurricane Helene with equipment to move debris, mud, and downed trees. Please pray for the people impacted by the hurricane and the volunteers as they respond. Visit MDS.org to see the latest volunteer needs or to make a donation. Mail check donations to Mennonite Disaster Service, 583 Airport Road, Lititz, PA 17543. Write “Hurricane Helene” on the memo line.