Sunday's Service - April 15, 2018 | We welcome back Adam Shank this week! Featured scripture verses are: 1 Corinthians 6:1-8 for his message: So Sue Me! This week, we will celebrate the Sacrament of Communion. Join us this Sunday for Worship! | Garden News Garden kids will remain in Worship this week, as we observe the Lord's supper. Activity pages will be available on the table. | Youth Group News Last Sunday was about keeping our eyes on Jesus. Fun was had by all during our attempts at lip reading and chenille stem sculpture! This week we will focus on listening to Jesus. (Snack: Maci Vignon) | Talent & Hobby Survey Have YOU filled out a survey yet? Check your email or visit the desk and let us know more about you. We would love to include your interests during events throughout the year! (Thanks for the responses so far!) | Adult Class Pat Shannon is leading a class on the book of Matthew on Sunday mornings from 9:30-10:30am. Join us! | Ladies' Bible Study We meet weekly on Wednesdays at 9am. Next week will see us finishing our current book, Living a Life of Worship, from the Jesus Calling Bible Study Series by Sarah Young. The following week we will start Dwelling in God's Peace, from the same series. You are welcome to join us anytime, with or without the book! | Friday Evening Bible Study Bible study is held on Friday evenings at 6pm at the Shannon's house. Join in anytime! | Outreach Potluck Luncheon Help us celebrate the seasons after Worship on May 20th with a "Springing Into Summer!" potluck, complete with ice cream sundae bar. Sign up sheet will be up by the end of April. | Our classes from Transition and Crestview have been busy. They have filled hanging baskets, planted flowers, watered, cleaned, and more. These students and staff, along with our GG folks, make a great team. Join in any Thursday or Friday to be a part of the fun! | This Sunday will see Kitty Kromer speaking at Mt. Olivet. We are so excited that she is out in the community telling about the good work happening here! A big thanks to Mt. Olivet for the invitation and the special offering. | Spring Plant & Flower Sale! * May 9th & 10th from 9:00 to 2:00 * May 11th from 9:00 to 7:00 * May 12th from 9:00 to 1:00 Need a flower for Mom before heading off to a Mother's Day lunch? Pop into the greenhouse after church on May 13th and we will be glad to help! Hanging baskets make great gifts. | CSA orders are coming in. Don't miss out on fresh produce all summer. Sign up today! Our staff and clients have been hard at work already, getting the growing started. | OUTREACH and MISSION OPPORTUNITIES | Penn State Shenango's 9th Annual Hustle for Muscle 5K Run/Walk This is the big weekend for the Physical Therapist Assistant Club's 5K Run/Walk around the Shenango campus and downtown Sharon. This event supports the PTA Club’s mission in promoting health and wellness, as well as provides some funds for their class. Race day is Saturday, April 14 at 9:00am and participants can register at the race. More Info Here. Good luck to our own Emily Fisher and all involved! | Coat & Clothing Drive We are accepting outerwear of all types and sizes, as well as clothing, to share with folks who need a little help. Drop items off whenever our doors are open, in the storage room by the Cafe or up in the Green Room. Collection will continue into October. Thank you! | Mission Opportunities at Goodness Grows Mission opportunities abound right here! Goodness Grows, the mission of CGCC, is always glad to welcome volunteers. The busy season is almost upon us and helping hands are always appreciated! | For I was hungry and you gave me food; I was thirsty and you gave me a drink; I was a stranger and you took me in; I was naked and you clothed me; I was sick and you visited me. I was in prison and you came to me. .....When you did it to one of the least of these my brothers and sisters, you were doing it to me. Matthew 25: 35-36, 40 ~ What can YOU do? ~~~ | LOCAL COMMUNITY NEWS/EVENTS | Nora Sabella's Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser Nearly 3,000 people attended the fundraiser for the Sabella family last Sunday. When so many news stories are less than positive, it is wonderful to see the community rise up to help a family during their toughest days. Thank you again for your donations to our basket raffle contribution. Let us all continue to keep Nora and her family in our prayers. | Crown Theater Productions April 13,14,15 - Romeo & Juliet, a modern adaptation of the classic tale continues this weekend. (Friday & Saturday 8pm, Sunday 2pm). For ticket information click here. | Spa Day at Reach For the STARS | This Sunday! Manicures, Lula Roe, Mary Kay, Young Living Essential oils, and more! Check out multiple vendors and treat yourself to some services and snacks! $15 donation benefits programs for students with disabilities. Tickets available at Reach for the STARS or Columbiana County ESC in Lisbon. | Tree Planting ~ April 22 at 2:00 Join us out in the community for a special Earth Day observance at Whispering Pines. Goodness Grows will be there for this tree planting ceremony, along with the American Legion. The Legion donated a new flag that will be raised that day and the old flag will be properly retired during the event. | Canfield Presbyterian Trash & Treasure Sale Springtime brings spring cleaning...and big rummage sales! Head to Canfield Presbyterian on Saturday, April 28 between 9am and 2pm. All proceeds will benefit their 2018 international mission trip to the Dominican Republic and Haiti. (If you would rather drop off "treasures" instead, they are accepting donations M-F from 9am-4pm until April 20. No clothes, shoes, VHS tapes, old computers, or non-flat screen TVs.) | ~~~ If you know of any interesting news or events, please let us know, so that we can pass it on to others! | CELEBRATE! Tim Passmore - April 16 National Bat Appreciation Day - April 17 (Did you know that April is the best time of year to observe bats?) Tax Day - April 17 | ON THE CG CALENDAR April 12 - 18 . . . Today - Transition Class Friday - Crestview Class Sunday, 9:30am - Adult Class Sunday, 11am - Worship Service Sunday, 6pm - Youth Group Tuesday, 6:30pm - CE Meeting Wednesday, 9am - Ladies' Bible Study | Seeking to reflect the unconditional love of God, our mission is to help people connect - to God, to one another, and to God's purpose for the world. | Common Ground Church Community 2310 W. South Range Road North Lima, Ohio 44452 330-549-9408 | |