Harvest Point Announcements

What's Happening the week of 11/30/08

2008-11-26T16:52:00.001-05:00

- Sunday, 11/30
RTB Costume Fitting following worship
"Deck The Halls" following worship
We still need moving boxes!!!!!!
RTB Cookies Needed! Store bought or homemade cookie donations should
be marked "RTB" and placed in the kitchen. Monetary donations for
cookies are also welcome. Please mark check or cash envelope "RTB
Cookies".

- Monday, 12/1
"The Big Move" work day 5 – 9 PM

- Tuesday, 12/2
"The Big Move" work day 5 – 9 PM

- Wednesday, 12/3
"The Big Move" work day 5 – 9 PM

- Friday and Saturday, December 5 & 6
"The Big Move" Yard Sale 8 AM – 4 PM

- Sunday, 12/7
RTB full cast rehearsal 1:30 – 3 PM

- Thursday, 12/11
Final RTB full cast rehearsal 6:30 – 8 PM

BJ Seal

Office Administrator

Harvest Point UMC

(770) 914-0304

(770) 914-2728 (Fax)

bj.seal@harvestpointonline.com

Whatt's Happening the last half of November 2008

2008-11-12T22:45:00.001-05:00

- Sunday, 11/16
Berlin Mission Team Haircut and Soup Luncheon Fundraiser after worship. Plan to stay after the service for a good meal and a quick haircut! All funds raised will go toward the cost of sending a mission team to Berlin, Germany.

- Sunday, November 30
Deck the Halls! Stay after the worship service and help decorate the warehouse for Christmas! All are welcome for the fun and fellowship!

- Friday & Saturday, December 5 & 6
'The Big Move' Yard Sale @ HP
8 AM 4 PM
Deadline to make donations to yard sale is Wednesday, December 3rd.

What's Happening the week of 11/9/08

2008-11-07T18:27:00.001-05:00

HELP NEEDED FOR "THE BIG MOVE"!!!
Target Date: 1/1/09
Sign up to help with "The Big Move" at the Facilities Management booth in the lobby today! Questions? Contact Joe Bostwick at 770.527.9125 or Bostwick_j@bellsouth.net
Dates for church-wide workdays
to be announced.

- Welcome New Co Leader of Children's Ministry Ashley Farley (formerly Carter)

- Childcare Providers needed during dress rehearsal and performances of RTB for children of those taking part in the event. Contact Lisa at lisabates@bellsouth.net or Ashley at ashley@soheart.com.

- Student Winter Camp date has been changed to February Break.

What's Happening the week of 11/2/08

2008-10-30T21:00:00.000-04:00

- Sunday, 11/2
Boy Scout Troop 165's Spaghetti Luncheon fundraiser is happening right after the service! Be sure and stay for a nice meal that will help support Scouting at HP.

Today is the last day to buy your "Vote For Jesus!" button. Find a youth and help pay for kids to go to camp.

- Wednesday, 11/5
Fields of Faith Youth Event at Union Grove H.S. Bus leaves HP at 6:15 PM and returns at 9 PM. (No regular "Point Meeting".)

- Sunday, 11/9
Children's Ministry meeting after worship.

- Friday, 11/21
Turkey Leg Variety Show @ 7 PM to benefit HP Land & Building Fund. Popcorn and soft drinks. If you would like to participate in the show, call Ginger at 770.954.1325.

What's Happening the week of 10/26/08

2008-10-23T18:14:00.001-04:00

- Sunday, 10/26
*Charge Conference @ 5 PM Make plans to join us for a time of worship and celebration. Mike Cash, our District Superintendent, will lead us in celebrating 2008 and planning for 2009.
*Hot Dog Supper will be available following Charge Conference. Meal includes hot dog, chips, drink, and dessert for $4.00.

- Sunday, 11/2
Boy Scout Troop 165 invites you to their Spaghetti Dinner following worship. Meal will include spaghetti, salad, dessert, and drink. Suggested donation: $5 per plate. For more information, contact church office @ 770.914.0304.

What's Happening the week of 10/19/08

2008-10-17T19:47:00.001-04:00

- Sunday (10/19)
Leadership meeting @ 1 PM

- Monday (10/20)
Girlfriends' Fellowship @ 7 PM at Carol Anderson's.

- Tuesday (10/21)
Men's Fellowship @ 6:30 PM at Golden Corral.

- Sunday (10/26)
Charge Conference @ 5 PM. Make plans to join us next Sunday evening
for a time of worship and celebration. Mike Cash, our District
Superintendent will lead us in celebrating 2008 and planning for 2009.

Last day to pay for Student Winter Camp before price goes up again!

Operation Christmas Child - We are collecting completed shoe boxes in
the Children's lobby near the check-in desk from 10/26 thru 11/23. For
detailed instructions or to give a monetary gift, please see insert
available from the ushers or visit www.samaritanspurse.org. Gifts
reach children in 100 countries and make such a difference for those
who have nothing at Christmas. For more information, contact Mie
Shipe at 770.634.7681 or email miegaku@gmail.com.

What's Happening the week of 10/12/08

2008-10-09T15:33:00.001-04:00

- Sunday, October 12
Children's Ministry Meeting after worship

- Wednesday, October 15
Harvest Point fundraiser at Chick-fil-A 3 PM to close.

- Sunday, October 19
Leadership Meeting @ 1 PM

- Wednesday, November 12
Lay Elders Meeting at 6:30 PM

- Return To Bethlehem
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday December 12 14
Dress Rehearsal Thursday, December 11

What's Happening the week of 9/28/08

2008-10-07T15:14:00.001-04:00

- Student Leadership Meeting next Sunday @ 6 PM.

- Student Praise and Worship next Sunday @ 7 PM.

- Youth Winter Camp Sunday (9/28) is the last day to get the lowest price for Winter Camp! Turn in your check to Frances Sunday.

What's Happening the week of 9/21/08

2008-09-18T15:38:00.000-04:00

- Sunday, 9/21
        Leadership Meeting today @ 1 PM.
        Student Leadership Meeting @ 6 PM
        Student Praise & Worship @ 7 PM

- Saturday, 9/27
        Seekers Youth Rally (See bulletin for details.)
        Understanding Your Teenager McDonough Christian Church from 6 9 PM (See bulletin for details.)

Coming up:
- Trunk or Treat October 31st
WE NEED YOUR HELP
Need overseer to plan and organize event.
Need a registration leader, games leader, and
outside Trunk or Treat leader.
Need trunks to be decorated.
Need candy and goodies for children.

(Sign up to help on bulletin tear off. )

What's Happening the week of 9/14/08

2008-09-11T17:25:00.000-04:00

- Wednesday, 9/17
No Youth/The Point meeting due to fall break from school.

- Sunday, 9/21
Leadership Meeting @ 1 PM

- Friday and Saturday, September 26 & 27
HORSEBACK RIDING, FISHING, HIKING, AND MORE at Twin Valley B & B Horse Ranch
In Walland, Tennessee. Contact Sam Barnes at 770.891.8374.

- Friday & Saturday, October 3 & 4
Girlfriends' Retreat on Lake Oconee. For more information, call Carol Anderson at 770.378.8617.

What's Happening the week of 8/31/08

2008-08-31T09:41:00.001-04:00

- Next Sermon Series
Do you know how important it is to gain wisdom?
The book of Proverbs takes the ageless wisdom of God and makes it understandable and accessible to ordinary people. Next week we will begin a new message series entitled "Walking in Wisdom!" We'll study God's perspective on how to walk in wisdom from the company we keep to the way we handle our finances. Enroll now in the school of wisdom and don't miss a week!
- 9/7 Pursue Wisdom
- 9/28 Choose Friends Wisely
- 9/14 Take Initiative
- 9/21 Develop Discipline
- 10/5 Cultivate Compassion
- 10/12 Forge Strong Families

- Looking ahead
Women's Retreat Early October
Trunk or Treat October 31st
Return To Bethlehem December12th, 13th, & 14th

- New Building Update We are currently working with the architect to modify the building plans and cost. If you know of a supplier willing to donate services or materials or a contractor interested in bidding on a particular phase of construction, please contact the church office.

- Candy and Goodies Trunk or Treat is round the corner, and we need to start collecting individually wrapped candies and goodies for the children. Please bring donations to the security desk in Children's area.

- Men's Ministry Meeting Tuesday, September 9th @ 6:30 PM at Golden Corral. Note date change due to school vacation.

- Women's Ministry/Girlfriends Fellowship Monday, September 8th @ 7 PM at Carol Anderson's home. Note date change due to school vacation.

- Addiction Recover (NA) Thursdays @ 7 PM at HP. Call Tom C. @ 678.583.6989 or 678.267.6810.

What's Happening the week of 8/3/08

2008-08-01T15:38:00.000-04:00

- Sunday, August 3
Special Lay Elder/Leadership Meeting @ 12:15 PM.

- ESL Classes begin August 11th
Mondays and Tuesdays 6:30 8 PM

- New Sign Language Class beginning Wednesday, August 13th, at 7 PM
A 10-week sign language class begins Wednesday, August 13th at 7 PM.
Cost is $30, which includes a book. Money will be donated to the HP's Deaf Ministry.
Books must be ordered, so contact Susan Holly at 770.957.4334 ASAP if you are interested.

- New Hispanic Bible Study Fridays @ 7 PM.

What's Happening the week of 7/20/08

2008-07-18T16:47:00.001-04:00

- Friday Thursday (7/18-24)
Shingleroof Campground Camp Meeting
Services @ 11 AM and 7:45 PM
Everyone welcome

- Sunday, July 20
Leadership Meeting @ 1 PM

- Monday, July 21
Girlfriends' Fellowship meeting at Shingleroof Campground at 5:45 PM in dining hall for dinner and worship service.
Pastor Steven and HP Praise Team leading worship at Shingleroof 7:45 PM.

Looking for opportunities to get involved in ministry at HP? Contact our leaders for more
Information:
Hospitality/Dodie Carter770.898.1975
Outreach/Don Coffey770.474.9770
Youth/Frances Bates 770.473.9228
Drama/Ginger Buttrill 770.954.1325
Deaf/Mary Ann Yamasaki 678.583.6898
Worship/Jason Anderson 770.914.5814
Discipleship/Jean Dykes 770.957.2507
Ushers/John Fields 770.957.1009
Worship Design/Joyce White 770.210.1212
Children/Lisa Bates 770.946.8338
Care/Lou Harris 770.471.9503
1st Impressions/Mike & Lynn Coffey 770.957.3210
Greeters/CJ Smith 770.227.4627
Prayer/Susan Holly 770.957.4334
Technology/Tom Brooks 770.898.8192
Environment/Tracy & Lynn Schweitzer 770.389.4045
Hispanic/Jose Rodriguez 404.200.8384
Women/Carol Anderson 770.231.1782
Men/Mac McCullough 678.432.5135

- New Building Update:
We have received all plans from the architect,
except for electrical; and we are currently
getting bids for different phases of construction.
Patrick O'Neill has foundation footprint and is
working on civil engineering. If you know of a
contractor or supplier willing to donate services
or materials, please contact the church office @
770.914.0304.

What's Happening the week of 7/13/08

2008-07-10T17:19:00.001-04:00

- Sunday, 7/13
A big "thanks" to everyone who helped with Summer Bible Camp!

Please pray for our students traveling to Panama City tomorrow. Pray for safe travel and open hearts to receive all that God has planned.

- Tuesday, July 15
Men's Ministry meeting at Golden Corral at 6:30 PM.

- Wednesday
Chick-Fil-A Fundraiser Eat dinner at between 3 PM and close and proceeds go to Student Ministry and RTB.

There is "Point" for students not in Panama City.

- Friday Thursday (7/18-42)
Shingleroof Camp Meeting services @ 11 AM and 7:45 PM. Steve and Harvest Point's Praise Team will be leading worship on Monday evening (7/21).

- Monday (7/21)
Girlfriends' Fellowship is meeting at the Shingleroof Campground at 6 PM for dinner and camp meeting.

What's Happening the week of 7/6/08

2008-07-03T14:07:00.001-04:00

- Sunday, July 6
Help needed at 12:30 to set up for Summer Bible Camp.

A notary will be available at Youth table in lobby to notarize Medical Release Forms for Panama City Camp. TO PARTICIPATE ON THIS RETREAT EVERY STUDENT MUST HAVE A PERMISSION FORM SIGNED AND A HARVEST POINT MEDICAL RELEASE FORM SIGNED AND NOTARIZED

- Monday, July 7, thru Friday, July 11
Summer Bible Camp 6 8:45 PM
Invite friends, neighbors, and grandchildren. Be sure to bring them a few minutes early on Monday if they have not pre-registered.
Everyone is welcome to worship with us each evening at 8:30.

- Wednesday, July 9
No "Point" Meeting.

- Monday, July 14-18
Panama City Camp. It's not too late to sign up. Speak with Frances ASAP. TO PARTICIPATE ON THIS RETREAT EVERY STUDENT MUST HAVE A PERMISSION FORM SIGNED AND A HARVEST POINT MEDICAL RELEASE FORM SIGNED AND NOTARIZED.

What's Happening the week of 6/22/08

2008-06-18T16:19:00.000-04:00

- Sunday, 6/22
        Starting Point Promotion Sunday
        See bulletin for items needed to be donated and to borrow for VBS

- Sunday, 6/29
        Children's Ministry/VBS Meeting after worship

What's Happening the week of 6/15/08

2008-06-13T14:27:00.000-04:00

- Sunday, June 15
Father's Day visit the "Wall of Honor"

- Monday, June 16
Girlfriends' Fellowship @ 7 PM at Carol Anderson's

- Tuesday, June 17
Men's Ministry meeting @ 6:30 PM at Golden Corral

- Wednesday, June 18
Chic-Fil-A Fundraiser 3 to close.

- VBS News
1) Volunteers to promote VBS at Flea Market
     on 6/28, 6/29, 7/5, & 7/6. (See tear off.)
2) Nursery workers to care for children of
     other VBS helpers 7/711. (See tear off.)
3) The items listed below ...

We need...

To Borrow
Fog Machine
bubble machine
Fiber optic lights
Any specialty lights
Hula hoops
Misc. wires and cables
Thermometers
Balance or digital scales
Microscopes
Test tube racks
Beakers
Anything science related
Plastic ferns, plants, trees
Large blue tarp
2 under bed storage boxes
Beach towels
Buckets for water
Brown material or table cloths
Large fan

To Donate
Refrigerator boxes
Clear or green 2-liter soda bottles
Dryer hoses
Clear aquarium tubing
Sheets of Styrofoam
Aluminum foil
Large cardboard boxes
Sheets of cardboard
Pipe insulation
Plastic balls
100 Empty water bottles with lids
Boxes of all sizes
Cardboard tubes
Brown butcher paper
Yellow caution tape
Wide ribbon
Baby wipes
24 boxes of cornstarch
Brown poster board
Sad face stickers
Red & orange streamers

- Starting Point Promotion Sunday, June 22nd
Rising 3rd Graders will receive a Bible on Promotion Sunday. We need student's full name. See tear off in this week's bulletin.

- New Building Update
The mechanical drawings are currently being finalized. Patrick O'Neill has
foundation footprint and is working on civil engineering. If you know of a
contractor or supplier willing to donate services or materials, please contact the church office @ 770.914.0304.

What's Happening the week of 6/8/08

2008-06-05T15:33:00.001-04:00

- Sunday, June 8
Meeting after worship for Summer Bible Fun helpers.

What's Happening the week of 6/1/08

2008-05-30T16:40:00.000-04:00

- Sunday, June 1
Summer Bible Camp helpers meeting after worship.

Items needed for Summer Bible Camp
Loan
Fog Machine
bubble machine
Fiber optic lights
Any specialty lights
Hula hoops
Misc. wires and cables
Thermometers
Balance or digital scales
Microscopes
Test tube racks
Beakers
Anything science related

Donation
Refrigerator boxes
Clear or green 2-liter soda bottles
Dryer hoses
Clear aquarium tubing
Sheets of Styrofoam
Aluminum foil
Large cardboard boxes
Sheets of cardboard
Pipe insulation
Plastic balls

- Student Summer Camps -
Middle School Mission week starts next Monday (6/9). You can still sign up today!
Fill out the tear off and put in the offering plate or give to Frances. Students need
to sign up for the High School Mission week and the Panama trip too. Prices are
going up each week so sign up today! Detailed camp information is at the student
desk, or you can see Frances.

- Are You Missing Prayer Requests and Announcements From Us?
Go to www.harvestpointonline.com then to "Sign up" on right. Process is quick, easy, and free.

What's Happening the week of 5/25/08

2008-05-21T13:51:00.000-04:00

- Building Update: The mechanical drawings are currently being finalized. Next, begins the bidding process from different contractors. If you know of a contractor or supplier willing to donate services or materials, contact the church office @ 770.914.0304.

- Children's Ministry meeting next Sunday (6/1) following worship.

- Sign up in Sunday's bulletin for Student Summer Camps

- ESL classes have ended for the summer. They will resume Monday, August 11th.

What's Happening the week of 5/18/08

2008-05-15T15:46:00.001-04:00

-Sunday, 5/18
Children's Ministry meeting after worship
Leadership Meeting 1 PM

- Submit your Father's Day Tribute by going to our website or turning in an handwritten copy. DEADLINE: June 8th.

- Monday, 5/19
Girlfriends' Fellowship at Carol Anderson's @ 7 PM

- Tuesday, 5/20
Men's Ministry Meeting at Golden Corral @ 6:30 PM

- Wednesday, 5/21
Eat dinner at Chick-Fil-A and proceeds go to Harvest Point Student Ministry and Creative Arts Ministry

- Thursday, 5/22
5th Graders Celebration at PinStrikesBowlingCenter @ 7 PM

- Sunday, 6/1
Summer Bible Fun helpers meeting

- Sunday, 6/8
Summer Bible Fun helpers meeting

- Sunday, 6/29
Summer Bible Fun helpers meeting

- Sunday, 7/6
Summer Bible Fun helpers meeting

What's Happening the week of 5/11/08

2008-05-09T13:19:00.001-04:00

- Sunday, May 11
Don't miss Harvest Point's very special "Wall of Honor" in celebration of Mother's Day.

- Tuesday, May 20th
Men's Ministry Meeting @ 6:30 at Golden Corral

- Thursday, May 22nd, 5th Grade Celebration
We're Going Bowling! 5th graders and their families are invited to join us at PinStrikesBowlingCenter in Stockbridge on Thursday, May 22nd, at 7 PM. We will have fun bowling to celebrate the 5th graders' growing out of the Children's Ministry and into the Student Ministry. A coupon will be provided for a game of bowling to each 5th grader. Shoe rental is $3.99. Please RSVP by completing the tear off in this week's bulletin, by calling Lisa Bates at 770.946.8338 or by emailing her at lisabates@bellsouth.net.

- *Summer CampsParents!!!! Register kids today to get best discounts! Prices on all trips will go up as dates get closer. Your check will lock in price of camp today, but will not be deposited until after camp date. Detailed information regarding camp fees is available at Student Desk in lobby. For information on fundraising opportunities, etc., contact Frances Bates 770.906.1140.
Middle School Mission/June 9-13
High School Mission/June 23-27
Panama City Camp/July 14-18

- NEED A PLACE TO LIVE?
Our HP Building Committee has decided to rent out the house on our property (located at 911 Simpson Mill Road, Locust Grove) until we are ready to move on site. The house is approximately 2500 square feet with three bedrooms and 2.5 baths. We are advertising this with our church family on a first come first serve basis. If you desire more details, please contact the church office at 770.914.0304.

- Update on ChurchBuilding
CAD operator is working on plans. If you know of a contractor or supplier willing to make a donation to our building project, please contact the church office @ 770.914.0304.

What's Happening the week of 5/4/08

2008-05-02T11:20:00.000-04:00

- Sunday, May 4
No Children's Ministry Meeting after worship next Sunday because of Mother's Day.

- WE NEED YOUR "TRIBUTE TO MOTHER"!!!!!! Go to our website today.

- 5th Grade Celebration
It's time to celebrate Our current 5th graders are preparing to move up the "The Point" Student Ministry. If you have a 5th Grader, complete the tear off in this week's bulletin. LET LISA KNOW IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN HOSTING THIS EVENT. lisa.bates@bellsouth.net

- Tuesday, May 6
Building Committee Meeting 6:30 PM

- Wednesday, May 14
Lay Elders Meeting @ 6:30 PM

- Friday, May 16
FCA Concert @ HP
6-10 PM

- Sunday, May 18
Graduate Sunday! If you have someone graduating from high school or college, please complete the tear off in this week's bulletin so we can recognize them on the 18th.

- Leadership Meeting @ 1 PM.

- New Building Update
The architect has finalized the building plans, and these plans have been given to the CAD (Computer Assisted Drawing) operator.

What's Happening the week of 4/27/08

2008-04-27T16:37:00.001-04:00

- A TRIBUTE… In honor of Mother's Day, we invite you to write a
tribute to your mother. They will be arranged on a "Wall of Honor" in
the worship center and will be included in a booklet for you to
present as a gift to your loved ones. Visit our website and click on
"Tribute to Mothers" to submit your tribute or turn in a handwritten
copy to the church office no later than Monday, May 5th. (See
bulletin insert for more details.)

- "Point" Parent Meeting/Dinner - This Wednesday (4/30) at 6:30.

- Graduate Sunday May 18th - Complete tear off sheet in bulletin if
you have a senior graduating from high school or college.

- Summer Bible Fun (aka VBS) – July 7-11.

What's Happening the week of 4/20/08

2008-04-17T17:11:00.000-04:00

- Sunday, 4/20
Leadership Meeting 1 PM

- Monday, 4/21
Girlfriends' Fellowship @ Carol Anderson's @ 7 PM

- Wednesday, 4/30
Parent Dinner/Meeting @ 6:30 PM. ALL PARENTS OF STUDENT MINISTRY ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND.

- Saturday, 5/3
Caspar McCloud Concert