Support the Jr High Youth as they are selling cinnamon rolls, soups, and faith-based clothing. Shop online at www.arcyouth.squarespace.com/shop.

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

Pack a Christmas shoebox for a child in need around the world. Shoeboxes are available in the Commons with packing information inside. Shoeboxes need to be returned November 12. For those who are finding your budget doesn’t allow for much extra this year, there is an online “Build a Box” option under Operation Christmas Child at www.samaritanspurse.org. You can pick out items you like and fill a shoebox for $25, or give a donation to help with shipping, or give a donation and share in building a box with others who cannot afford a whole box. We will also take an offering November 12 to purchase agricultural items such as oxen, goats, chicks, etc. for families in need through Samaritan’s Purse. Contact Charla Sandbulte at 507-227-1722 with questions.

CONGREGATION MEETING

The annual Congregation Meeting will be Monday, November 13 at 7 PM. Two Elders and two Deacons will be chosen to serve a three year term from January 2024 through December 2026. Elder Nominees are Jim Jelken, Robert Krull, and Matthew Nath. Deacon Nominees are Brian Den Herder, Kristin Schomacker, and Robert Sneller.

DATE NIGHT

All married and engaged couples are invited to attend the Laugh Often-Love More Date Night on Saturday, November 4 with doors opening at 5:30 PM for appetizers and beverages. Dinner will be served at 6. Come and enjoy a night of great food, a great speaker, and lots of laughs! Registration is open. Cost is $50 per couple. Invite family and friends to join you, they can register online at www.arcluverne.org or send them the QR code located at the Connections Center.

PILLOW CLEANING

Save the date and help spread the word: Pillow Cleaning at ARC on Friday, October 27, 7:30 AM-3 PM.

GOSPEL JUBILEE

All are invited to our 13th annual Gospel Jubilee on Sunday, October 29, 3 PM, featuring The Baker Family. The Baker Family is a high energy bluegrass and gospel band located in south  central Missouri. Invite your friends and family!        Freewill offering.

HOME DELIVERED MEALS

ARC is responsible for Home Delivered Meals in November. Please choose a day to volunteer at the table in the Lobby. Meals are picked up at 11:10 AM and local delivery takes about an hour.

PETAL IT FORWARD

Share some joy with friends, family or strangers by participating in Petal it Forward! Wednesday, October 25, from 5-8 PM (or until supplies last) small bouquets of flowers will be available for sale at the Connections Center. Cost is ONLY $5 for 2 small bouquets; you can share one and keep one OR you can share both! Proceeds from the sales will go to further bless our local community. A special thanks in advance to Luverne Flowers for providing the flowers!

Book Drive | July 23-August 6

The library is adding new titles and we need your help! We have created an Amazon wishlist to begin adding new books, games, and decor! For TWO weeks we will be taking donations. Here are some options for how you can help.

1. Take a look at the amazon wishlist – http://amzn.to/3rvQtr5 and purchase something your family would enjoy! Choose “Gift Registry Address” when choosing shipping. Done!
2. You may have a title at your house that you could donate as well! We are currently looking for Spiritual Growth non-fiction, NEW Children’s books, and Bible studies. Please text or call Brooke at 507-820-0199 for any donations.

All donations need to be received on or before August 6! Thank you so much!

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY ASSISTANT

Due to increased growth in our Children’s Ministry, the Consistory is seeking to hire a part-time Children’s Ministry Assistant. This person will assist Becky for approximately 10 hours a week and will require some flexibility. Application and job description are available online or at the church office. Interviews will begin after August 14.