CHURCH FAMILY PICNIC: Sun., Sept. 16h, 2007 (raindate: 9/23) at Belmont Park following Sunday worship. Please bring a side dish or dessert (sign-up sheet in the So. Transept), as well as games, lawn sports and softball equipment. Contact Dwight Andrews for further information.

WEDNESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY resumes on September 19th at 10:30am in the Library. All are welcome!

CONFIRMATION TRAINING: 8th graders or those who desire to be confirmed and haven't received Confirmation training, please contact the Church Office.

ALTAR QUILT PROJECT: We are finishing an Altar Quilt, made up of fabric squares submitted by members of the Congregation. To participate in this joint-effort to adorn our Altar you can still submit a 6"x 6" square fabric of special meaning by October 7, 2007. For more information please contact, Lisa Bell, the Project Coordinator.

ADVENT BOOKLET: The Membership & Evangelism Committee invites you to participate in another Advent booklet this year. Wasn't it inspiring to read personal testimonies, poems and stories written by our sisters and brothers from church? This year, we'd like to include YOUR story. The greatest Christmas gift is Jesus, and we want to share with each other how WE personally received this gift. Please give your article to Pat DiMassi or leave it in the Church Office for Barbara. The deadline to submit your article is Oct. 1. Thank you.

30 DAYS FOR KYLI: is a spirit raiser. The goal is to raise awareness of the gifts we have each been given and to take better care of ourselves in an attitude of gratitude, while dedicating acts of self care to Kyli's complete physical healing. Kyli, one of our church members, is an infectious, spirited five year old girl who has struggled with encephalopathy of unknown origin since infancy. Kyli works very hard to achieve simple things like eating, drinking, breathing, and even sleeping. We remain confident God is working miracles in and through Kyli. Please join us by visiting the following website - http://theprocessfitness.com/kyli.html

REFLECTION ON CHRISTIAN STEWARDSHIP
Psalm 24:1-"The earth is the Lord's, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it."

Deuteronomy 8:18-"Remember the Lord your God, for it is He who gives you the ability to produce wealth."

1 Corinthians 4:2-"Now it is required that those who have been given a trust must prove faithful."

Matthew 6:19-21-"Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."

SPECIAL THANKS: :to Evelyn Laky for helping to put Altar ministry equipment to order, protect and preserve them for use in worship to the glory of God. Your ministry is greatly appreciated!

HELP WANTED: If anyone is interested in the position of Thrift Shop Co-Coordinator, please contact the Church Office. This is a 10 hour per week position.

FARMINGDALE ADULT DAY CARE PROGRAM: The Adult Day Care Center meets Mon.-Fri., 9:00am-3:00pm at Farmingdale United Methodist Church. Volunteers are needed! If you have any time or talent to share with our center, we would greatly appreciate your help! Please e-mail fadc@optonline.net or call (516) 293-8928.

HURRICANE RELIEF: UMCOR is prepared to assist people in Nicaragua and Honduras who have been affected by Hurricane Felix. If you want to help, please give to Advance # 982511, Hurricanes 2007.

CHARGE CONFERENCE: is scheduled for Tues., October 9th at 7:30pm. All Committee Reports are due in Office by Wednesday, Oct. 3rd. Thank you..

WOMEN'S MINI-RETREAT: Sat. Sept. 22nd 9:30am-12:00noon at Southampton United Methodist Church. The theme is "Christians Under Construction". The day consists of worship, fellowship and communion. Cost is $10 per person (includes light breakfast). To purchase a ticket call, 631-283-0951.

IN NEED OF PRAYERS THIS WEEK: : Kyli Abbinanti, Shirley Baker, Emily Brown, Mabel Greenidge, Kristen Hickey, Peggy Lopez, Ruth Mace, Praveen Misra, Carolyn Minn, Evelyn Occena, Vera Schefer, Barbara Simpson, and our troops in harm's way.
*If you know of someone in the hospital, or someone who wishes a pastoral visit, please call the Church Office.