Can you support the work of God’s Kingdom?
During worship on Sunday, we shared a video on behalf of the Stewardship Team, inviting the congregation to actively notice where God’s Kingdom is at work, to join with God in that work, and to offer our selves, our time, and our resources to continuing God’s mission.
But in order to continue together in that mission, we need your support. Currently, operating expenses from 2021 exceed offerings by about $8,000. In order to slash that deficit, our Stewardship Team is setting a goal of raising $3,400 between now and October 24. All funds will go toward our general fund. Can you help us slash our deficit by contributing over and above your regular offerings?
If you’re feeling led to give, you can give using the button on our homepage. Once at our homepage, scroll down and to the right to find the purple “Give” button to give online through Tithe.ly. Not into online giving? Mail or drop off your donation at church. Please indicate “Sharing the Good news Campaign” when making your contribution.
Thank you for your support, Shepherds, as we join with God in what God is already doing in our midst!
We Need Crayons!
Our kids are joining forces to melt crayons into molds to sell at a craft fundraiser hosted by Wesley United Methodist Church on Saturday, October 30 from 9:00 am -12:00 pm. Funds raised from the fair will benefit the Mississippi Valley Child Protection Center (MVCPC).
But we need your help: we need crayons! Bring crayons to church and place in the jar in the narthex. The kids will start working on this project Sunday, Oct. 17th after worship. And be sure to mark your calendars to support our young Shepherds as they serve our community!
Trunk or Treat
Wednesday, October 27, 5:30 – 7:00 pm @ Grace
Join us for a night of fun and games with our fellow ELCA congregations and the entire Muscatine community! Kids are invited to come in costume. For safety, face masks are required. There is no cost for the event, but if you’re feeling generous, pick up a canned food item to bring to our drive at the event. Share the word by spreading our Facebook event and the flyer linked below!
We need people to host trunks. If you’re willing, sign up here. Get ideas online if you’re looking for something creative! Trunk hosts must provide your own candy. If you’d like to have a game at your trunk, go for it! Trunks must be set up by 5:15 pm.
We also need candy and small prize donations. When you stop by the store this week, pick up an extra bag of treats and bring ’em to church. A donation box will be in the narthex.
Download the pdf flyer and share with your family and friends.
Questions? Talk to Cathy Bermel, Melissa Booth, or Judy Bartling.
Last Call for the Narrative Directory
The Narrative Directory is looking great! We have noticed, as it’s coming together, that we are missing some photos and members information. If you have not sent in your photo or filled out the questions, it’s not too late. Please send or drop off what is needed to the office this week.
Spaghetti Supper at Trinity Episcopal
Saturday October 16
Looking for a meal? Trinity is hosting a community spaghetti supper on October 16 from 4:00 – 7:00 pm. Due to recent increase in COVID cases in Muscatine, this will be a take-out event only. There may be seating outside as weather permits. Freewill donations available to help fund thier next community meal in December (soup supper). Otherwise, this meal is free and open to all!
All Saints Day Litany
Submit names by October 31
Each year, the church celebrates All Saints Day – a day to remember all the saints in God’s Kingdom, especially those who have been baptized and those who have died in the past year. To honor those saints, we will include a litany for the saints as a part of worship on Sunday, November 7. If you would like a family member or friend included, submit their name, relation to you, and if they have been baptized/have died to the church office by October 31. Sign up sheet also available in the church narthex.