Choir Starts Tonight!

The Electronic Communications Ministry
of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church
15050 W. Maple Rd.
Omaha, Nebraska, 68116
Bruce Davis, Editor
Web site: www.standrewsomaha.net
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LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE GOD

PAM FLEURY writes: The St. Andrews Singers will begin rehearsals tonight at 7 p.m. in the sanctuary. Please come and join this great group. You don't have to be a great singer or read music, just be ready to make a joyful noise! If 'life is happening' tonight and you would like to be a part, please come when you can. If you have questions, please contact Pam Fleury at plfleury@mpsomaha.org or 498-9023. Hope to see you tonight!
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This Weekend
Saturday, August 29, 5:00
Sunday, August 30, 8:30 & 10:00
Bruce Davis & The Ax Of The Apostles:
TO SAVE ME!
Please read Acts 16:11-40 in preparation for the message
Special Appearance:
THE ‘ON GOD’S GREEN EARTH’ WOMEN’S QUARTET
Children’s Church School is offered on Saturday at 5:00 and Sunday at 10:00. Our Youth Education Hour is Sunday at 10:00.
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FROM THE CHILDREN’S DEPARTMENT: No greater feeling!

It is always with such awe and wonder to see just how many children come out to Sunday School and come through the Steppin’ Up Parade! Actually, there were still Preschoolers in the rooms that didn’t parade. It is such a blessing to serve the parents and children of St. Andrew’s. It’s also rewarding to see teachers step up and take charge of the Spiritual Development of our St. Andrew’s Children. Be sure to thank them when you pick up/drop off your child. I want to specially thank Kris and Wendy for their leadership and dedication, Tracy Bellamy-Willy Wonka as well as the Children’s Leadership Team for all their service to Children’s Ministries. We look forward to working with your children again through another year of learning!!

Thanks to all the others who helped with hot dogs! That is certainly one to do again next year!

What’s next? Mission Possible Kids, Movie Nights, October Wednesday night Bible Studies “Wilderness Trail to Crocodile Dock Fall Fest” (10/30), Upward Basketball (Jan.)….oh, don’t forget Christmas! Watch for more details to come!!

In His Spirit!, Netta Pollock
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From Jim Mills: Habitat for Humanity and St. Andrews have teamed up again this year to refurbish a home in North Omaha for a Burmese family of five. We’re looking for donations and volunteers to help on Saturdays until the end of September (excluding Labor Day weekend). Work shifts are Saturday 8am-noon, noon-4:pm or whenever you can spare a few hours. No special skills required. Help others, enjoy the fellowship, learn how others live, and serve God. If you’d like to participate please contact Jim Mills at (402)332-6426 or JimMillsOmaha@cox.net
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Diamonds and Dungarees
The annual dinner/dance auction fundraiser is set for November 20th and is held at Champions Run. If you’ve are new to St. Andrew’s or you’ve never been to the dinner auction before, this should be your year! It’s a lot of fun, fellowship and most importantly an opportunity to help St. Andrew’s. Don’t miss out! Mark your calendars and watch for ticket sales to start soon! Questions? Contact Corey or Shawna Rector at: shawnarector@cox.net or coreyrector@cox.net

Dinner/Auction: To make this year’s auction successful we need you, yes you, to help us out! How can you help?
Donate an item or service to the auction. This can be something you’ve purchased, made or had donated by a business. Drop your item off as early as this weekend.
Volunteer your time. Contact Corey or Shawna Rector to find out how you can be a part of the auction. Whether you have an hour or a day to give, please give your time to help this year’s auction be the best!
?’s contact coreyrector@cox.net or shawnarector@cox.net
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From Bob Davis: We have 12 spots left for the 2010 Senior High Mission Trip. We are filling up fast. Due to site rules we can not bring more than 72 total participates (this includes adults). If your son or daughter is interested in going on our youth mission trip to Benton Harbor, Michigan please send me an e-mail bobdavis@standrewsomaha.net I will also need a $60 non refundable deposit to secure their spot as I have to pay YouthWorks a deposit by ($60 per youth) by September 17, 2009. The trip dates are July 16-24, 2010.
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COMING TO ST. ANDREW’S
September 12 & 13
ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE: THE EXTENDED PLAY VERSION
The Gospel set to 26 Beatles Tunes, including: I Saw Her Standing There, Helter Skelter, Something, and She Loves You. Cast includes Darrell Roush as Simon Peter, Craig Bence and Patrick Phelps as the brother duo of John and James, John Langwith as Judas—and many more!
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PICNIC WITH THE PASTORS
Sunday evening, September 13, 5:00-6:30
This is a low key, informal event designed for newcomers to the congregation. Bruce and Nancy and other staff will be there.
We want to tell you about St. Andrew’s! Sign up at the Hospitality Desk in the Rotunda or e-mail Membership Coordinator Mandy Barkhaus: mbarkhaus@standrewsomaha.net.
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PRAYER MATTERS
Netta Pollock and Renu Singh continue cancer treatment.
Rick Down’s father, Ray Downs, is a patient at Methodist hospital.
Wade Behlen’s grandmother, Hilda, has undergone surgery to repair a broken hip.
Diane Wilson is scheduled for surgery on September 8.
Helen Herbster is undergoing rehab at Brookstone Manor.
And we’ve had three babies born in the congregation in the past several
days!

Mason Randall Mitchell, son of Steve and Emily.
Colin Andrew Brewer, son of Andy and Courtney.
Brady June Spangler, daughter of Brian and Nici.
Will you pray with me?

Lord God, I ask your healing mercy for all the people listed above, and others not named who have particular need of your grace today. I’m excited about the babies being born into the congregation. What a joy to have these new additions to the church family!!! Tonight, we start a new season in our music program. Please bless all who are engaged in this important ministry. You are very good St. Andrew’s and I give you all thanks and praise. Amen.
BRD