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Donate Your Used Cell Phones And Help Safe Haven Ministries
 Do you have an old cell phone sitting around your house gathering dust? Now that old cell phone can become a needed donation to Safe Haven Ministries. Here's an update on phones donated and benefit to Safe Haven so far: Used Cell Phones Donated as of now are 128. Average $ Benefit to Safe Haven: $18.50 Approx. Total $ Donated: $ 2368.00 Click on "read more" for all the details.
Town Meeting - Sunday, May 18
 There will be a Town Meeting on Sunday, May 18 at both 9:45 and 11:05. The Elders have important business to share with the congregation. Come to hear and ask questions about current events and transition plans. For more details, click on "read more."
Opportunities to Pray with Others at Thornapple
 You are welcome and encouraged to come and join one of the many groups at Thornapple who devote themselves to prayer. There are numerous opportunities to join with others in prayer. Congregational prayer gatherings, life groups, mothers prayer groups and more. The next Elder Led Prayer is Sunday, May 18 at 5 pm at church. All are welcome and encouraged to come. To learn about the opportunities for joining with others in prayer, click on "read more."
Senior Scene Upcoming Dates for 2008
 Here is a list of upcoming events for 2008 to put on your calendars: May 18 Potluck (after 3rd service) June 21 Hymn Sing and Ice Cream Social August 3 Potluck - Mexican theme (after 3rd service) October 11 Day Conference - "Falling into Jesus; An Autumn of Renewal" November 9 Potluck (after 3rd service) December 6 6th Annual Christmas Banquet February 15, 2009 Potluck -Swedish theme (after 3rd service) As always, remember Soup and Study for seniors the 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month September through May. See the separate article about Soup and Study for the exact dates. For more, click on "read more."
Camp Creation 2008 is June 23 through 27
 CAMP CREATION is a Summer Arts Camp for students completing grades 1-8. It takes place June 23-27. The camp is designed for students to explore and nurture the relationship between the ARTS and the CHRISTIAN FAITH. Our purpose is to encourage the development of the fine arts as we use the gifts and talents God has given to each, while working co-operatively in Christian community. In addition, your student will be fed lunch and experience an artistic presentation or performance from a variety of artistic genre. Click this link to download the Camp Creation Brochure and Registration form for 2008. Registration ends June 8 OR when the camp is full, so register soon! For more details, click on "read more."
connecting@thornapple - June 8 and 15
 connecting@thornapple is a two part class designed for people new to Thornapple Covenant Church. During the two sessions participants learn about the church, denomination and membership. It's also a great opportunity to ask questions about Thornapple. The next class will be the following Sundays: June 8 and 15 at 10:30 am. If you are interested in coming, contact Debbie Lunde at the church office or by e-mail at dlunde@thornapple.org. Click the "read more" link below to learn more.
Spring Fling to Cedar Point for 6-8th Graders
 The Spring Fling to Cedar Point for 6-8th Graders is May 30-June 1. Kick off your summer with a trip to Cedar Point. The Maverick, the Millenium Force, Mantis, Raptor, Magnum, and Top Thrill Dragster will test your abilities to keep food down. Be sure to try the MaXair and the Sky Hawk! Plenty of games and rides for everyone. Where else do you pay to sleep on a gym floor? All these memories and more: great talks, new friends and kids from other churches. Hope to see you there. Click this link to download the Registration Form. Early registrations (to save $5) are due May 18. All registrations are due no later than May 25. Click on "read more" for more details.
Bhutanese Refugee Project
 BHUTANESE REFUGEE INFORMATION PARA Refugee Services, a refugee resettlement ministry of Bethany Christian Services, is inviting volunteers from Thornapple to help a refugee family adjust during their first 6 months of hope and opportunity here in Grand Rapids, after years of hardships in Bhutan and Nepal. Alice Andrews and Ann Swagman are forming a new team of volunteers from Thornapple to minister to a refugee family. If you are interested, contact Ann or Alice for more information (see church directory). For more information on sponsoring refugees, click on "read more."
Women's Bible Studies At Thornapple This Summer
 Bible Studies will be offered this summer on Wednesdays at 9:30. Childcare is available. There will be two Beth Moore studies and one Precepts. The Beth Moore studies will be at Thornapple starting May 21. The topics are as follows: 1. Jesus the One and Only, Beth Moore 10-week in depth study lead by Tami DeJong 2. Get Out of That Pit, Beth Moore 10-week study lead by Celeste Tolbert Contact Celeste Tolbert to sign up for either of the Beth Moore studies and for childcare. Joanna Medawar will be leading a Precept study on I John beginning May 14 at 9:15. Contact Joanna to sign up for this 11-week study that will be held at her home. All women welcome! Click on "read more" for more important details. |
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