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JUNE 13, 2024

pastor mitch's
meanderings

This week, our Conference of the Global Methodist Church is having its Annual Conference meeting. I don’t have to travel very far because it’s being held at Indiana Wesleyan! There are delegates from the four states that make up our Conference (Indiana, Illinois, Michigan and Wisconsin). There is an expectation at this conference that God is going to do a special thing within the GMC. There is no tension between conservative and progressive sides. There is no political jockeying. It is quite refreshing!

Our first day was yesterday, and it was spent in worship sessions and learning sessions – not a lick of business was done! Rev. Carolyn Moore gave a powerful message to the assembled members that showed how the Israelites, before rebuilding the Temple, built the altar upon what would become the foundation of the new Temple. The altar came first! It reminded me of our sermon series last year (Altar’d) and prompted us to make sure our foundation was firmly grounded in Jesus Christ and his sacrifice before any “church business” is ever attempted!

Please pray for the rest of the Conference – we’ll have to do a little business today and tomorrow, but there will still be much more worship and learning, capped off with our Ordination service Friday afternoon. Our own Pastor Mike is playing with the praise team for our worship services, and Pastor Milissa is in charge of the children’s program for kindergarten age and below.

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Be Blessed,
Pastor Mitch

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Wishing all fathers and all the men that help support and lead their families a wonderful Father's Day. Please stop outside the sanctuary doors for your little gift on behalf of Faith Harvest Church.

FAITH HARVEST KIDS NEWS

VBS IS ALMOST HERE!!!

PLEASE FIND THE VBS DISPLAY IN THE GATHERING AREA TO FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN HELP!!

I NEED VOLUNTEERS AND SOME EXTRA ITEMS FOR SNACKS AND CRAFTS.
EVEN IF YOU CAN ONLY HELP A LITTLE IT WILL MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE IN THE WORLD.

SUMMER LUNCH PALS

FIRST 3 TUESDAY’S IN July!

BRING YOUR LUNCH TO THE DESTINATION AND ENJOY SOME FUN ACTIVITIES. I JUST WANT TO HANG OUT WITH THE KIDS
AND GET TO KNOW THEM IN A DIFFERENT SETTING.

July 2nd – Matter Park
July 9th – Sweetser Trailside
July 16th – Faith Harvest Church

Faith Harvest Supported Missions

Acts 1:8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem [Local], in all Judea and Samaria [National], and to the ends of the earth. [International]”

Grant County Rescue Mission – www.mygcrm.org – 765-662-0988 (Local)
GCRM began in 1985 and today serves as a shelter for men and women. They serve meals to
the homeless as well as those in need daily. Addiction recovery and transitional housing
services are also offered. Volunteers can supply and serve meals, sort donated items for the
thrift store and help with miscellaneous projects. We have had many volunteers support this
mission over the years.

Gilead Ministries – www.mygilead.org – 765-664-3734 (Local)
Gilead Ministries provides emotional support to those in need through hands on projects,
encouraging cards, and phone calls. Several ways to support this mission include those
mentioned above plus a long list which can be found on their web site. By contacting them you
can find a way to personalize your way of serving.

CrossRoads Missions – www.crossroadsmissions.com – 502-713-4859 (National)
CrossRoads is based in Louisville, Kentucky. They have partnered with over 1,000
organizations since 1993 to change countless lives in many different communities and regions.
Volunteers and mission teams are encouraged to plan trips. Through the years, we have
supported CrossRoads financially and with many mission team trips.

Honduras: Manuelito Project – www.wgm.org – 765-664-7331 (International)
Project Manuelito is a Christian school in Honduras, which helps troubled children who have
lived on the street of Honduras. It provides housing for some as well as education and love for
all. We have a long history of supporting this international ministry financially and via many
mission teams.

Faith Prayer Warriors

One of the effects of sin in our lives is to keep us from feeling like praying. But perfect moral behavior is not a condition for prayer. Don’t let guilt feelings over sin keep you from your only means of restoration. No matter how long you have been away from God, he is ready to hear from you and restore you to a right relationship. Every situation can be salvaged if you are willing to turn again to Him.
Please join us on Tuesday mornings at 10 am in Room 1 for prayer.
If you can't join us, but have a prayer concern, contact Donna Barton (765-618-9240, dbarton5270@yahoo.com) or Karen Neumann (630-280-9124, kneumann9124@gmail.com).

At Josiah White's Residential, students have the opportunity to participate in a project to give back to our community, but they need your help!

The Finnley Project, a group dedicated to comforting families grieving and enduring pregnancy and infant loss, came to campus and taught some of our students and staff how to make infant hats and cocoons using yarn and looms.

We want to keep this opportunity going for our residential students, but we are in great need of yarn! If you are willing to donate, we need skeins of Bernat brand Baby Blanket yarn only. All yarn donations can be dropped off at the front desk at the Hodson Center on Josiah White's campus. If you would like to donate financially toward the purchase of yarn, You may put the money in an envelope and bring to the office and Kateri will take the money and or yarn up to the campus. This is an ongoing event.

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PreSchool News

What's been going on in PreK...

Enrollment for our preschool program is now open! We offer both full-day and half-day classes designed to nurture your child's growth and development.
As a PTQ Level 3 unlicensed ministry, we prioritize your child's well-being and education. Our experienced staff create a safe, enriching environment where children can thrive.
Limited spots available! Secure your child's spot today by contacting us at info@faithharvestsprouts.com or 765-384-7932
We can't wait to welcome your little one to our preschool family!

Volunteers For Sunday

WE HEARD YOUR CONCERNS AND THE SANCUARY DOORS ARE NOW NUMBERED. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SERVING

Special thanks to all our volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering as a Greeter, Usher or in the Nursery, please see Kateri Burnett or contact the church office at office@faithharvestchurch.org or call 765-384-7938.

FHW has an ongoing Fundraiser for Terri Lynn Nuts, You can
click the link to order. There will not be any Terri Lynn Products this year at the Bazaar. All orders proceeds will go to UMW.

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Congregational Care & celebration dates

Happy Birthday

June
9th Morgan Cates
11th Debbie Winegardner
15th Bonnie Cates
19th Wendell Cates
20th Sandy Duncan
21st Marc Holderread
21st Brian Oatess
22nd Becky Rees
22nd Dick Stevens
28th Richard Lawson
30th Glenn Mann

Happy Anniversary

June
1st Ron & Teresa Cates
3rd Lowell & Doretta Harter
4th Aaron & Natalie Grizzle
10th Paul & Karen Neumann
11th Jim & Ruth McKinney
11th David & Rebecca Rees
12th Jeff & Cheryl Parrish
20th Ryan & Christina Smith
22nd Stan & Cecile Enochs
22nd Randy & Valerie Hosier
22nd Mike & DeShawn Wert

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Prayers and Praises

Week of 6/9/2024
Tom & Coleen Cameron are both in the hospital. Prayers would be appreciated.

Week of 6/2/2024
Patricia Soultz asking for prayers for her neighbor, Jerry Goble, having serious spine surgery on Tuesday.
Doring Ward would like to thank everyone for their prayers, donations and gifts due to her mother's recent passing. She will be missed. You are an awesome church and have always been there for us. God Bless!

Week of 5/16/2024
Jan Mann prayers for Kathy Tinkel she has breast cancer in both breasts and her appointment with her surgeon is Thursday.

Week of 5/19/2024
Gary Odle praise - the local Corvette Club raised $26,000 for local food banks at Mecum Auctions this week.
Karen Neumann's neighbor, Katrina, needs a diagnosis for joint pain.

Week of 5/5/2024
Jeff & Zanna Paul praises as they welcome a new granddaughter, Vanessa.
Dave & Nancy Jentes praises as they witnessed the wedding of their granddaughter, Emma, last weekend.
Ken Geller's friend and co-worker's 6-week-old son, Callen Kelly, had kidney related surgery Friday. He will need two more surgeries including removal of a kidney. Prayers for healing and peace and comfort for his family.
Dorine Ward's nieces, Elizabeth and Raeanne, both having medical testing and her mother, Joyce Abdon, passed away on Wednesday. Please keep the family in your prayers.
Louanne Oatess' father-in-law is fighting cancer. Please keep him in your prayers