We will be gathering snack items to take to local teachers to show our appreciation to them. Please bring: granola bars, cheese crackers, individual bags of chips, candies, lifesavers, etc. These items will be taken to the schools that our church supports in prayer and in ministry. The deadline to bring items is Sunday, May 3. Thank you for your help in our partnership with our local schools!

Monday, May 4, 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm

Chick-Fil-A Night in Boiling Springs.

Thursday, May 7, 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm

Pizza Inn Night in Spartanburg on the Asheville Highway.

Please tell each restaurant you are there for the Mission Team. The team will receive a portion of sales. Don’t miss this opportunity to show your support!

We will have this special time of dedication on Sunday, May 10, at 11:00 am. This is open to any child who has never been in a dedication service. Please call the church office to let them know of a child or grandchild who will be participate. Thank you!

We continue our series of prayer times on Sunday, April 26 by praying for our Sunday School. We will meet in the Home Improvement Class, located on the second floor near the choir room, for a specific time of quiet prayer. Join us and be a part of this call to prayer.

• Sunday, May 3 at 6:00 pm

We will have a special baptismal service at 6:00 pm. We will then go into the fellowship room to show our appreciation to Chuck and Selena for their years of leadership to our church, and especially our youth, and to offer support and prayers in their continued ministry in the Lord’s work. Everyone is asked to bring finger foods, and join us for this special time.     Brother Jack

The sermon topic for the morning worship service is “The Gift and Challenge of Forgiveness” – Luke 7:36-50. The topic for Sunday evening will be the final in the Mid-Winter Bible Conference “God’s People Praying” – Matthew 6:9-13.

The Nicaragua Mission Team Yard Sale & Hot Dog Lunch has been rescheduled for Saturday, May 2 due to inclement weather.

NICARAGUA MISSION TEAM NEWS

• Saturday, April 25

Yard Sale & Hot Dog Lunch

We are still in need of donated items. If you would like to donate, please see Rebecca Pack for pick up information. You may also rent a space for $10.00 each. Please sign up in the church office if you are interested in renting a spot. Don’t miss this time to come out, find some hidden treasures, and join us for a delicious hot dog lunch!

MABRY FCA

May 6^th will be our next opportunity to minister to over 50 students at Mabry Middle School through the FCA meeting. Travis will be sharing the devotion. We would like to provide to them biscuits and juice. If you would like to help financially or help serve the students, please see Travis today!

BAPTISMAL SERVICE

We will have a special baptismal service on Sunday, May 3, at 6:00 pm. Make plans now to be present.