Announcements

What's Going on This Week?

Sunday, 3/7
Pre-Worship Prayer, 9 am, H.S. Sunday School room
Gathering & Inspiration, 9 am
Worship, 9:15 - 10:30 am
Marge Vander Wagen, preaching
Children's Worship, 9:30 am
Fellowship, 11 am
Sunday School, 11 am
"Christians in Today's Culture" Adult Sunday School, Nursery, 11 am
"The Way" Profession of Faith Class, Parish House Basement, 11 am
Holy Rollers Bowling, Willowbrook Bowl, 5:30 pm

Tuesday, 3/9
Ladies' Evening Bible Study, Parish House, 7 pm
Men's Evening Bible Study, Fellowship Hall, 7 pm
"Embrace" Rehearsal, 7:30 pm

Wednesday, 3/10
Ecumenical Bible Study, 9:30 am
Caring Community Kitchen, 5:30 -7 pm
Prayer Service, 7:30 pm

Thursday, 3/11
"The Big MO!" Team Meeting, Parish House, 7 pm
Christian Ed Council Meeting, Grapevine Room, 7 pm

Sunday, 3/14
Choir Practice, 8:30 am
Pre-Worship Prayer, 9 am, H.S. Sunday School room
Gathering & Inspiration, 9 am
Worship, 9:15 - 10:30 am
Marge Vander Wagen, preaching
Welcoming New Members: Marge & Al Bouma
Children's Worship, 9:30 am
Fellowship, 11 am
Sunday School, 11 am
"Christians in Today's Culture" Adult Sunday School, Nursery, 11 am
"The Way" Profession of Faith Class, Parish House Basement, 11 am
Youth Group Remote Control Hobby Event, 7 pm

	What's Going on This Week? Sunday, 3/7 Pre-Worship Prayer, 9 am, H.S. Sunday School room Gathering & Inspiration, 9 am Worship, 9:15 - 10:30 am Marge Vander Wagen, preaching Children's Worship, 9:30 am Fellowship, 11 am Sunday School, 11 am "Christians in Today's Culture" Adult Sunday School, Nursery, 11 am "The Way" Profession of Faith Class, Parish House Basement, 11 am Holy Rollers Bowling, Willowbrook Bowl, 5:30 pm Tuesday, 3/9 Ladies' Evening Bible Study, Parish House, 7 pm Men's Evening Bible Study, Fellowship Hall, 7 pm "Embrace" Rehearsal, 7:30 pm Wednesday, 3/10 Ecumenical Bible Study, 9:30 am Caring Community Kitchen, 5:30 -7 pm Prayer Service, 7:30 pm Thursday, 3/11 "The Big MO!" Team Meeting, Parish House, 7 pm Christian Ed Council Meeting, Grapevine Room, 7 pm Sunday, 3/14 Choir Practice, 8:30 am Pre-Worship Prayer, 9 am, H.S. Sunday School room Gathering & Inspiration, 9 am Worship, 9:15 - 10:30 am Marge Vander Wagen, preaching Welcoming New Members: Marge & Al Bouma Children's Worship, 9:30 am Fellowship, 11 am Sunday School, 11 am "Christians in Today's Culture" Adult Sunday School, Nursery, 11 am "The Way" Profession of Faith Class, Parish House Basement, 11 am Youth Group Remote Control Hobby Event, 7 pm
	All Council Meeting Thursday, March 18, 7 pm in the Parish House Each ministry team is asked to send a representative to coordinate the spring calendar April through June. Use the 7-7:30 pm time slot to get last minute decisions made in each ministry team. 7:30 pm -- Calendar Organization. On larger events several ministry teams could share the tasks. Come and make DGCC the lively inviting congregation that others wish to join. Problems or questions, see Marge Vander Wagen.
	Youth Group Happenings Save the Date! Sunday, March 14, 7-9 pm Remote Control Hobby Event Flyers are in your mailboxes. This is open to ALL youth and their parents. Click here tuned for more activities
	Summer 2010 Summer 2010 is just around the corner! Each year we look forward to what God has in store at Camp through opportunities Camp Manitoqua offers children to grow in the love of God in the safe and supportive environment of their camp. This year, their theme is Rooted inspired by John 15:5a, "I am the vine, you are the branches." They will be encouraging their campers to discover that just as deep roots provide life for a tree, Jesus provides life for us when we are rooted in Him. To prepare you for the exciting activities at Camp Manitoqua & Retreat Center, there are 2010 Brochures, RCA Discount Pricing Sheets, the signed RCA approval form (for subsidies) and a poster in the Fellowship Hall. Registration forms must be completed by campers and/or their parents/guardians and returned with their portion of the camp cost and a signed RCA price sheet. If you have questions, please contact the camp directly at 815.469.2319.
	*Holy Bowling Pins Batman...* • That's right, its that time of year again! Next Bowling date is: Sunday, March 7, 5:30 pm, Willowbrook Bowl SAVE THE DATE: Bowling Party, May 15, 6 pm If you have questions, please contact Sam Buonauro.
	*Bible Study* • *Ladies Evening Bible Study* Begins Tuesday, September 22 *Regular Bible Study Nights* 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, Parish House, 7 pm All women are warmly welcome. Ladies Daytime Bible Study Meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, 12:30 pm 12-week Bible Study discussing a Woman of Faith book series, entitled "Making the Most of Your Resources: How Do I Manage My Time, Energy, and Money?" It will show you how to evaluate your resources and use the 24 hours in your day to your advantage. Everyone is welcome to join. Contact Judy Bury for more information. *Men's Evening Bible Study* *Regular Bible Study Nights* 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, Parish House, 7 pm
	*Calling All Singers ~ Young and Old!* Interested in lending us your beautiful voice? The Choir will be doing a Cantata called No Greater Sacrifice throughout Holy Week. Please see Abi if you would like to participate. The Adult Choir practice schedule is as follows: March 7, 8:30 am March 14, 8:30 am March 16, 7 pm March 21, 8:30 am March 23, 7 pm March 28, 8:30 am (Palm Sunday) April 2, 6:15 pm (Good Friday) April 4, 8:30 am (Easter Sunday) Children's Rehearsal Schedule for Palm Sunday and Easter is as follows: March 7, 10:45 - 11:05 am March 14, 10:45 - 11:05 am March 21, 8:30 am and 10:45 - 11:05 am Palm Sunday, 8:30 am and 10:45 - 11:05 am Easter Sunday, 8:30 am • Click here to check out our MUSIC page!
	*PADS* Sign up to help at PADS!! The dates are: Monday, April 12 (dinner) and Tuesday, April 13 (breakfast) There is a sign up sheet in Fellowship Hall. For questions, please contact Tom or Shawna Reidy.
	*Volunteer Schedules* Click here.
	FISH Food Pantry FISH continues to address needs of persons in our community through food bags, financial assistance and transportation needs. According to a recent article in The Sun, the poverty level in this county has risen by 47% in the last year. FISH is grateful for all donations. Please continue to place items in the blue FISH container by the mailboxes. Current needs are: toilet tissue canned fruits canned vegetables toothbrushes toothpaste A suggestion would be to bring a food item and place it in the bin each time you gather your mail! Also, if anyone is available to make donations to the pantry that would be a big help. The Pantry receives donations on Monday and Friday, 8:15 - 11:30 am. They are located at 4340 Prince St., Downers Grove, right behind North High School. For additional information, contact Beth Smith. FISH Pantry Board meeting is the 3rd Tuesday of each month.
	*Opportunities for Prayer* Sundays: Everyone is invited to participate in prayer before each Sunday worship service. Meet at 9 am in the high school Sunday School room Wednesdays: Prayer Service, 7:30 pm
	*Community Happenings* Don’t forget to check the bulletin board for community needs and announcements.
	*Caring Community Kitchen* WE NEED SERVERS People who will come between 4:30 and 6 pm to serve the food. WE NEED CLEAN UP CREW People who will load the dishwasher and wash larger pots. WE NEED YOU People who can donate lemonade mix, desserts, canned fruit or frozen vegetables. WE NEED VISITORS People who will talk and make our guests feel welcome. People who show the love of Christ. Sign up in the black 3-ring binder in the kitchen. Thanks!