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National Day of Prayer Points

President Trump has called for today to be a “National Day of Prayer” in honor of Texans and others affected by Hurricane Harvey.

“I call on all Americans and houses of worship throughout the Nation to join in one voice of prayer, as we seek to uplift one another and assist those suffering from the consequences of this terrible storm.”

Here are some suggested Prayer Points:

Americans to come together today, humbly pray for the people and events of this last week in Texas and Louisiana.

Safety, health and provisions for the thousands of people displaced from their homes and living in shelters.

President Trump as he manages the federal departments and coordinate relief efforts for the flood victims.

Relief organizations, thousands of volunteers and professionals serving to provide help, guidance and resources for the victims.

This disaster would unite America and help us see that everyone is equal in God’s eyes and needing salvation.

Rocky Mountain Yearly Meeting Women’s Retreat

Please join us at Quaker Ridge Camp on September 15-17 for the annual Rocky Mountain Yearly Meeting Women’s Retreat. The theme this year is “God’s Promise of Restoration” with guest speaker Carey Scott.

Carey is an author, speaker, and life coach, honest about her walk with the Lord… stumbles, fumbles and all. Her passion is reminding women of their immeasurable worth, something the world is quick to discount. She speaks to women’s groups and writes about the issues that matter most to the hearts of women. Carey lives in Northern Colorado with her husband and two kids. She tries to be domestic, and appreciates the grace when she’s not. You can learn more about Carey by visiting her web page at careyscott.org

Registrations for this year’s retreat are due by September 1st. Please pick up a copy of the brochure at church, or view it here:

Womens Retreat 2017

Make check payable to: Friends Women

Complete both sides of registration section (save the other sections for retreat details). Mail with full or half payment to:

Carol Boll
3351 W. Aqueduct, Littleton, CO 80123
(303) 794-5123
cmboll@comcast.net

For further information, call 2017 Retreat Coordinator
Esther Kinser
(970) 270-3127
estherkinser@gmail.com

New Sermon Series: “The Time Is Now” A Study of the Book of Haggai

A long time ago, there was a man named Solomon, who built a beautiful temple, but before long, the people of Judah turned away from God and began to worship foreign gods and idols. One day, God allowed the Babylonians to attack Judah and destroy the whole city, including God’s temple. The people of Judah remained in captivity until one day, God raised up a man named Haggai to call the people to get back to work, saying, “The time is now.”

Starting July 9, 2017 at 9:00am! July 9, 2017

God is Merciful – New Series

God’s number one characteristic throughout the Bible is mercy. His mercy heals broken hearts, reconciles relationships, restores forgotten dreams, and refreshes tired souls. It’s the cure to every insecurity, worry, and fear. This series teaches us how to experience God’s healing mercy, and then offer that same mercy to others around us.

Here is the New Mercy Sermon Series Schedule:

Easter Means It’s a New Day of Mercy – 4/16/17
God Can Use Anybody- 4/30/17
Your Ministry of Mercy – 5/7/17
Mother’s Day: Showing Mercy to Your Family – 5/14/17
God’s Mercy and My Failures – 5/21/17
Mercy Forgives! – 5/28/17
How Much You Matter to God –6/4/17
Being an Agent of Mercy in the World – 6/11/17

Resurrection Cookies

Ed Note: This recipe and Bible Lesson is in memory of Carolyn Weyers, a dedicated Sunday School teacher who taught at PFC for many years. This is a very fun recipe, rich with symbolism, to make with elementary or older aged children.

My daughter Mary made these cookies in Mrs. Weyer’s 3-4 grade class about 13 years ago.

Ingredient List

1c. whole pecans
1 tsp. vinegar
3 egg whites
pinch salt
1c. sugar
zipper baggie
wooden spoon
tape
Bible
Preheat oven to 300.

Instructions:

You can explain what you are doing and tell the bible passage or take time to read the scripture references. (Great practice in looking up verses for older children.) Links are provided for convenience.

Place pecans in zipper baggie and let children beat them with the wooden
spoon to break into small pieces. Explain that after Jesus was arrested He
was beaten by the Roman soldiers.
Read John 19:1-3

Let each child smell the vinegar. Put 1 tsp. vinegar into mixing bowl.
Explain that when Jesus was thirsty on the cross he was given vinegar to
drink.
Read John 19:28-30

Add egg whites to vinegar. Eggs represent life. Explain that Jesus gave His
life to give us life.
Read John 10:10-11

Sprinkle a little salt into each child’s hand. Let them taste it and brush
the rest into the bowl. Explain that this represents the salty tears shed by
Jesus’ followers, and the bitterness of our own sin.
Read Luke 23:27

So far the ingredients are not very appetizing. Add 1c. sugar. Explain that
the sweetest part of the story is that Jesus died because He loves us. He
wants us to know and belong to Him.
Read Ps. 34:8 and John 3:16

Beat with a mixer on high speed for 12 to 15 minutes until stiff peaks are
formed. Explain that the color white represents the purity in God’ s eyes of
those whose
sins have been cleansed by Jesus.
Read Isa. 1:18 and John 3:1-3.

Fold in broken nuts. Drop by teaspoons (you don’t want them too big or it
won’t work, so I’m told) onto wax paper covered cookie sheet. Explain that
each mound represents the rocky tomb where Jesus’ body was laid.
Read Matt. 27:57-60.

Put the cookie sheet in the oven, close the door and turn the oven OFF. Give
each child a piece of tape and seal the oven door. Explain that Jesus’ tomb
was sealed.
Read Matt. 27:65-66. GO TO BED!

Explain that they may feel sad to leave the cookies in the oven overnight.
Jesus’ followers were in despair when the tomb was sealed.
Read John 16:20 and 22.

Easter Morning

On Easter morning, open the oven and give everyone a cookie.
Notice the cracked surface and take a bite. The cookies are hollow! On the
first Easter Jesus’ followers were amazed to find the tomb open and empty.
Read Matt. 28:1-9

Alternatively, the cookies can be left on a very very low temp..like 250 degrees. and be ready
in a couple of hours…when surface of cookie looks dry and cracked….they
are ready to eat!!!!!

These cookies are quite sweet but tasty!

FX Camp 2017 Registration Coming Soon

PLACE: Quaker Ridge Camp, Woodland Park, Colorad0

DATES: July 10th-15th, 2017

COST: $360/person, $260 for first-timers to FX Camp

FX CAMP is a RMYM Christian summer camp for youth going into 4th grade through just graduating high school alongside adults who want to come to know God at a deeper level and have some fun along the way in the beautiful mountains of Colorado.

All In – Mid-Week Inspiration

At Paonia Friends, our discipleship process is to: Love God, Love Others, Serve The World. Each week, around Wednesday we produce an All In video blog to help reinforce what we are learning together from God’s Word encourage you to grow deeper in your faith, to be ALL IN!

Introducing PFC Library

Our library at Paonia Friends Church is small but mighty! We are interested in making the library even mightier with the donation of gently used books. Perhaps you have just finished reading a book that entertained you, inspired you, made you think, or nurtured your soul.

Consider donating a copy to PFC and maybe even writing a review to post here. Currently in the library, you will find a selection of both fiction and non-fiction books, CD’s on a variety of topics, some DVD’s, and some children’s books. Ideas for improving the library are always welcome!

Contact Theresa Davis (921-3333) or Deb Ferrier (921-3435)

Recent additions to the library

Love Does

Discover a secretly incredible life in an ordinary world.

by Bob Goff

“Broken things, like broken people, get used more: it’s probably because God has more pieces to work with” (Bob Goff) “I used to think religion tasted terrible, but now I know I was just eating the fake stuff.” (Bob Goff) This book is just plain fun! Guaranteed to make you laugh while also challenging you to think differently. Bob Goff lives life as it was meant to be lived; a great adventure with love as the driving force. Get ready to be inspired!

not a fan.

Becoming a completely committed follower of Jesus

by Kile Idleman

What could possibly be wrong with being a “fan” of Jesus? Well…nothing…really…, except that Jesus calls us to be his followers, not his fans. Kyle Idleman invites us to explore the difference between cheering from the sidelines and truly being a follower of Jesus. With directness and honesty, he challenges us to consider what it really means to call ourselves Christians.