Welcome to the "Cyber Circuit
Rider"
Welcome to †he College Grove Methodist Church on the
information highway. The purpose of the Cyber Circuit Rider is to let you know that our church has been faithfully serving the Lord since 1861. We are proud of the foundation our forefathers built based our on caring and service to family and community.
The greatest gift of our unique church is its simplicity which helps reinforce our sense of intimacy and belonging to each other. We believe that God calls us as the church to be a safe place of welcome and friendliness to any and all who may find that their journey of life and faith brings them to our doors.
Vacation Bible School
Come join us for Camp E.D.G.E (Experience and Discover God Everywhere).
June 28-July 2nd from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. We will have stories, games, crafts, food and lots of fun! There will be a family concert on Thursday night and a camp picnic afterwords. We look forward to seeing you there.
Five Practices of Fruitful Congregations
The Boomer Sunday school class has begun Robert Schnase's acclaimed 'Five Practices of Fruitful Congregations' study. The five areas of study are: 1) Radical Hospitality, 2) Passionate Worship, 3) Intentional Faith Development, 4) Risk-Taking Mission and Service and 5) Extravagant Generosity. Everyone is welcome to attend. If you would like to join us, contact Bobbie.
Wednesday Night Family Dinner
The young adult Sunday school class would like to invite our church family and community to gather on Wednesday evenings for food, fun and fellowship. Please bring a dish and a friend and join us in the Fellowship Hall!!! One Wednesday each month we will offer a prepaired meal. Check the bulletin to confirm the date and menue.
Food Pantry
On Saturday, May 9th, the College Grove Post Office sponsored a community food drive. Items collected will be distributed through our Food Pantry. The pantry is located downstairs in the old Fellowship Hall and will be open on Saturdays during June from 10-12 AM. If you would like to help, contact Beverly Collins or any member of the Missions Team.
Youth Event
A youth event to kick-off the formation of a new Sunday School class for high school students and young adults is currently being planned for sometime in June. For more information, see DeLacy.
New Worship Activity Bags
Worship Activity Bags are now available with activities for children to use during worship service. They are suitable for children ages 3 years to 6 years. Please feel free to let your children use these during the worship service and simply return the bag to the narthex after the service.
Community Blood Drive
The Red Cross Community Blood Drive is held in the Fellowship Hall from 2:00 - 7:00 PM on the following Mondays: July 6, and September 14, 2009. Please join us and 'give the gift of life.'
