Ladies Meetings for September:

Ladies Fellowship Group – All ladies are invited and welcome to join us for sharing & caring fellowship. We will meet Tuesday, September 2^nd at 7 p.m. at the home of Glenda Workman.

FWMF (Friends Women Missionary Fellowship) Our time together is spent in fellowship and learning about the work of our missionaries, their needs and the people to whom they minister.  All ladies are welcome to join us at MFC, Thursday, September 18^th, at 10 a.m.  A buffet luncheon will follow the meeting.

Church Picnic September 7^th at the Church

The Activities Committee has planned an old fashioned picnic for us that will begin around 12 noon and everyone is invited to join the fun.

For lunch, the fried chicken will be provided (along with an alternative for those who don’t eat chicken) and we’re asking everyone to bring side dishes and dessert to share potluck style.

After lunch we will have a variety of old fashioned picnic games going on around the church grounds such as sack races, three legged races, egg race, bean bag toss and more.

We are looking for volunteers to help with the games and clean-up and if you can help please circle “V” on your information sheets and turn them in during worship. Plan to come and have a good old fashioned time.

Changes in Wednesday Night Activities  Bible Study to Resume September 10^th

Due to changes in personnel, and desiring to best use the time and talents of our volunteers, this next year we will not be offering a youth meeting, Wednesday Night Kids or Simple Meal as part of our Wednesday night schedule. There will be a Bible study meeting at the church at 7 p.m. and everyone is invited to attend.

PROJECTION OPERATOR NEEDED  Keeping the song lyrics, scriptures, sermon illustrations and announcements up on the screen at the right time is an important part of our worship service. Are you interested in becoming a part of this ministry? The commitment averages 2 Sunday mornings per month, and training is provided. If you have questions, or would like to volunteer, email Brett: voxtrax@hotmail.com

Shhhhhhhh! Don’t Tell!!!  There are plans to celebrate Jack Hamilton’s 75^th Birthday and he hasn’t a clue!

You are invited to join the family at 5811 Shady Brook Drive in Central Point at 7 p.m. Monday September 15^th.  Bless him with a card. No gifts please. (This does not appear in the newsletter sent to Hamilton’s via email.)

FWMF Bake Sale – Sunday, September 14th A back to school general bake sale, including some brown bag specials! The brown bag specials are like the “old-fashioned grab bag” – you don’t know what’s inside until you buy it! A general indicator of value will be given as necessary; otherwise the purchase price for this bake sale is by donation. Thank you for supporting missions.

Kids 3^rd Saturday Friends Day – Fun Activities 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. August 16.

We must have written permission for your child to participate. There are copies of the permission slip located on the table in the foyer. Watch for more information about the activities that are planned for August!

Pool Party & BBQ at Stan & Earlene Schlosser’s Saturday, August 16^{th  –}

Pool opens at 4 p.m. Dinner at 6 p.m.  

We will provide burgers, dogs (with all the condiments) and lemonade. Please bring potluck salad, chips, or dessert and your own chair! 

Please Circle “S” on the back of your information sheet and place it in the offering if you plan to attend. Be at MFC by 3:15 p.m. if you would like to ride in the church van.

Birthday Celebration for Vera Wisely

Sunday, August 17^th, please join us for cake and coffee in celebration of Vera Wisely’s 101^st Birthday! Meet in the fellowship hall following the worship hour.  Sunday School will follow as usual at 11.

School Supply Drive

Many families in the local community cannot afford to provide school supplies for their children and we want to help. Below is a list of supplies that we are collecting to share with students in need at Howard Elementary. You will notice that some of the supplies are listed by their brand name and educators tell us that is because even though they may cost a little more, those brands provide better bang for the buck. A collection box for these supplies is in the main hallway. The deadline for bringing in supplies is Sunday, August 17^th.

Supply List :

12 pack Ticonderoga brand pencils, 24 count Crayola crayons; pencil top erasers; large erasers; 12 count Crayola color pencils; 8 count Crayola color markers (washable); glue sticks; bottles of white glue; rulers; pencil pouches; red, blue, yellow and green pocket folders, notebook paper; pens; solar calculators; 3 ring binders; pocket dividers for binders; 3×5 lined note cards; spiral notebooks; Kleenex tissues; backpacks.

Help Wanted  We are currently looking for people who would like to serve in the Holy Grounds coffee ministry during the fellowship time on Sunday mornings. Training will be provided. If you are interested or have any questions please see Nate Swift.

Holy Grounds Proceeds to Child Evangelism of Jackson County For the last few years all of the Holy Grounds Coffee shop proceeds and tips have gone to building houses in Mexico. The decision has been made to share the proceeds with other ministries too, and through December the proceeds and tips will go to Child Evangelism Fellowship of Jackson County. So, buy a drink and help share the love of Jesus with the kids in our area!

Schedule Change –  No Sunday School on August 31^st

On August 31^st we will have worship as usual at 9:30 a.m., followed by a fellowship time but we will not meet for Sunday School that day.

Financial Report

                      July 2014          Year-to-date

Income       $12,045.96         $110,901.92

Expenses    12,041.20           120,981.48

Difference            4.76            -10,079.56

We are thankful to everyone who gives to, prays for and serves in the ministries of Medford Friends Church. And we thank God for His faithful provision to meet our needs as we serve Him.

It is with a grateful heart my family and I thank you for your prayers, food, cards and attending Norman’s service.  God bless & keep each of you.

                              In God’s Love, Shirley Vance.

Friends Women Missionary Fellowship Group – Ladies join us Thursday, July 17th, at 10 a.m. for our missions meeting at the home of Phebe McManama. A potluck picnic will follow the meeting.

Summer Activities planned by the New Activities Committee – Mark Your Calendars!

• Picnic & Nature Walk at Union Creek, Saturday, July 12^th, 11 a.m.

Bring your own lunch & drink & camp chair. Walking & hiking available for a variety of abilities.  Plan ahead, circle “P” on the back of your information sheet in Sunday’s bulletin and place it in the offering if you plan to attend. Contact Terry & Dawn DuLong if you need a ride or have any questions.

• Pool Party & BBQ at Stan & Earlene Schlosser’s Saturday, August 16^th

Pool opens at 4 p.m. Dinner at 6 p.m.  We will provide burgers, dogs (with all the condiments) and lemonade. Please bring potluck salad, chips, or dessert and your own chair!

Kids 3^rd Saturday Friends Day – Fun Activities – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 19, and August 19.

We must have written permission for your child to participate. Watch for more information about July’s activities!

Twin Rocks Surfside Camp – August 3-9 (for youth completing 8^th -12^th grades this spring)

Pre-register by July 18^th to save and the cost is $298.  Brochures are available on the usher’s table in the foyer, register by going to www.twinrocks.org. Camper are required to provide a copy of their immunization records. 

Contact the church office if you have registered for a camp. If you participated in the camp auction, your scholarship refund is available at that time.

Financial Report

                    June 2014          Year-to-date

Income       $18,465.96          $98,824.57

Expenses     18,105.06          108,940.93

Difference         360.90           -10,115.71

We are thankful for everyone who contributes to the ministry of Medford Friends through giving, service and prayer and we thank God for all of the ways that He provides for us.

Monday – Read Psalm 103:6-13
What do we deserve because of our sin?
Why does God not treat us as we deserve?
How complete is God’s forgiveness and cleansing when we confess our sin and receive forgiveness through Jesus?
How does this passage encourage you? How will you respond?

Tuesday – Read Colossians 3:5-14
What kind of humans barriers are broken down between the followers of Jesus? Why is this important?
How are we to treat each other in God’s family?
Why is this important?
How does this passage challenge you? How will you respond?

Wednesday – Read Colossians 3:15-17
How are we called to live with each other as followers of Jesus?
Which of these do you find the easiest to do?
Which of these do you find to be the most challenging to do?
Ask the Holy Spirit to continue His work of growth in you.

Thursday – Read Colossians 4:2-6
Why is it important to be watchful and prayerful and for God to open the door for us to share His love and truth?
Paul asked for prayer as He shared Jesus, what does that say about our need for prayer?
Why is it important that our conversation with people who do not yet know Jesus be full of grace and seasoned with salt?
Pray for the Spirit to be at work in and through you.

Friday – Read I Corinthians 16:13-14
Do the calls in verse 13 seem contrary to the call in verse 14?
How can we fulfill the calls in verse 13 in love?
How do these verses challenge you? How will you respond?

Saturday – Read Acts 17:1-9