The start of the school year is drawing near! At this time each summer, we begin collecting new clothing items that can be distributed to children whose families are not in a position to buy new clothes for them. As in the past few years, the number of families struggling with poverty is great. Providing… Read more CLOTHING DRIVE FOR SCHOOL CHILDREN
The August 2014 issue of The Kansas Messenger has two articles along with pictures about recent Pine Valley events. View on the online issue at http://www.kansasdisciples.org/messenger.html or the paper copy received in the mail.
Thanks to all those who have given me cards and stamps to help me with all the cards I mail. I am now mailing 15 cards a week. I do appreciate all your kindness. Nora Miller
May Approved Mission Council Available The Mission Council meeting minutes from May are now available. If you would like a copy, please contact Pamela in the office for an electronic or hard copy. Looking for Leaders As we look towards the future and come into the second half of the year, it is time to… Read more FROM THE PRESIDENT OF PINE VALLEY
I will be distributing statements to all who have pledged, showing pledged versus actual giving for January 2014 – June 2014. I received a question on the Pledged number. It represents six months, not the full year. Pledges are usually spread out over the full year, so I keep track of them on either a weekly… Read more GIVING STATEMENTS
Our friends at Taco Bell and Pizza Hut have joined us for the “Be a Child Hunger Hero” promotion. Running July 15, 2014, to August 12, 2014, participating restaurants are encouraging their guests to help local children in their community who experience hunger. Guests can donate $1, $3, $5 or the amount of their choice… Read more BE A CHILD HUNGER HERO AND HELP KIDS IN YOUR COMMUNITY!
Worship on Sunday, July 20, will be a song/hymn fest. We will make our worship on this day a celebration in song. Let’s raise our voices and our spirits in song. David
Our top candidate for the Senior Minister position will visit Wichita and PVCC the weekend of July 25-27. On Sunday, July 27, she will present the morning message during the worship service, which will be followed by a potluck luncheon. We’re excited about her visit and hope everyone will find time to visit with and… Read more PASTORAL CANDIDATE TO VISIT PINE VALLEY
Have you seen others wearing a shirt with a Pine Valley logo and wished you had one, also? The church office has a large size and one X-large size. Contact the church office if you are interested.
David Hansen’s message “A Speech Heard Around the World”. Reading from our tradition will be “Matthew 13: 1-9”.