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EAST CAMPUS DEDICATION will take place THIS SABBATH following our 11:00 Communion service.  ALL are invited to attend.

COMMUNITY SERVICE MINISTRIES is excited about “Families Connected”.  We have teamed up with the Towne Centre Place and Sandy Spring Meadows HOC facilities and they are requesting summer volunteers!  We need volunteers who can commit some time with the     children and parents in our neighborhood.  The volunteers should have some time during the day, patience for children, and the willingness to spread some love!  The activities begin on June 25th and run through mid-August.  Please visit the welcome desk after either service to receive a volunteer application form to fill out, sign, and submit.  FMI contact Community Service, Assistant Leader, Constance Webb at cdw112@comcast.net or 410-320-5052.

2012 VBS PRESENTS SKY!  All children ages 3-12 are invited to attend VBS which will take place July 16th - July 21st, from 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.  The theme is, “Everything is possible with God”.  Please register in the lobby TODAY or at the EBC website, www.emmanueladventist.org.  FMI, please contact Nadia Kennedy or Charlene Williams at vbs@emmanueladventist.org.

 

EFFECTIVE EXERCISE CLASS — Exercise classes, sponsored by our Parish Nurses Team, meet on Sundays, from 8:30 a.m. ‑ 9:30 a.m.; and on Wednesdays, from 6:00 p.m.‑ 7:00 p.m.  Our instructor is Michael Acham, Certified Personal Trainer.  FMI, contact Betsy Johnson, Parish Nurse, at 301-672-9257.

WANT TO KNOW YOUR SABBATH SCHOOL LESSON IN DETAIL?  Get it first-hand every Sunday morning from 9:00 a.m. - 10 a.m.  Our special conference call number is: 1-661-673-8600.  Participant Access Code is: 1092788#. Call in and discuss the highlights of the upcoming SS Lesson!  ALL CHURCH MEMBERS who wish an in-depth look at your SS Lesson are invited to call in and participate!  Please be sure to identify yourself when you call in!  You can call in and just listen, if you’d like.

POWER UP!!! — Every Tuesday from 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.  All are invited to participate in Brinklow’s “Powerline”, a 30 minute praise, prayer, & principle session.  The dial in number is:  712-432-3066.  Participant Access Code: 228342.

YOUTH & MID-DAY PRAYER MEETING — We will NOT have mid-day prayer meeting or youth prayer meeting in June or July. We look forward to reconvening in August.

MID-WEEK EVENING PRAYER SERVICE — Everyone is invited to join us on Wednesday evenings, from 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. in Wills Chapel sanctuary, as we study Ellen G. White’s, Ministry of Healing.  You will not want to miss these studies of important truths as we continue to prepare for our Savior's soon return.

CAMPMEETING SERVICES — EBC will stream the AEC Campmeeting Sabbath services at 11:00.  EBC will NOT have 8:30 services on June 30th or July 7th.

PLUS 15 — Are you or anyone you know dealing with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, over-weight or diabetes?  Let us help you to learn lifestyle change activities that can bring order, balance, and direction in your life through the PLUS 15 program.  Class will take place from July 22nd-Aug. 5th.  FMI or to sign up, please call the Parish Line:  301-672-9257.

LOBBY HEALTH VISITS — The Parish/Faith Community Nurse Team is so proud of the amount of physical activity that you, our members, are involved in.  It is our desire to capture that activity for the Let's Move and In Step for Life programs.  Our next lobby visit will be on July 14th, and will focus on the Buddy system to help encourage others to get involved and to log in all of our activity.  See you in the Lobby!!!!

A “FOOD HANDLING CLASS” presented by Health Ministries and Parish Nurse Departments, will feature our own Dr. Joan Hampson.  The class is 16 hours to be held on 2 consecutive Sunday sessions of 8 hours each. An exam will be taken during the 2nd session (Those passing the exam will be awarded a 5 year certificate for safe food handling).  FMI, including cost, visit the Health Ministries table in the lobby.  When signing up please indicate your preference for the 3rd and 4th Sunday of August 2012 or the 1st and 2nd Sunday in September 2012.

PARDON OUR PROGRESS — For safety reasons, please refrain from going on the East Campus until further notice.  Those seeking to utilize the property should obtain permission from the Facilities Manager, Frazier Mathis, or Chief Administrative Officer, Sandy Crank.  Thanks so much for your cooperation, compliance, and patience as we work to keep our members safe.

ATTENTION ALL BRINKLOW SENIORS 55+ AND THOSE WITH PHYSICAL CHALLENGES — Our YOUTH want to help you and your neighbors!  Do you need help around the house or in your yard? Well, fret no more!  Your Brinklow Youth are ready to assist with simple household and yard chores. FMI, contact Terrell Glover at 443-878-8430 or terrellglover@hotmail.com. Remember: Helping Others Through Service is a powerful way to witness - So tell a friend.

WANT TO WORK IN A MINISTRY that is rewarding and uplifting?  Want to share your faith and be blessed while doing it? Then the lower division Sabbath School is where you need to be!! The Primary Sabbath School class is looking for additional teachers and helpers.  Please contact Marlene Roberts-Harper at 301-317-6845 or email at mroberts52@verizon.net.

NOT RAISED SDA?  Personal Ministries is seeking individuals that will testify of how God brought you into the SDA faith.  Your testimony could be public or private.  Please contact Stewart Hill at hill.stewart@gmail.com or 301-741-2920.

PERSONAL MINISTRIES is looking for volunteers to serve on our team.  Excellent organizational skills are needed to implement various ministry initiatives.  Please contact Stewart Hill at 301-741-2920 or hill.stewart@gmail.com.

G. E. PETERS T-SHIRTS — Thanks to all who helped GEP celebrate 25 Years of educating young minds.  It is not too late to purchase a anniversary t-shirts.  If you would like to purchase one or know someone who would, please contact the school at 301-559-6710 for pricing.  Large and X-large sizes are readily available in the office but other sizes can be made to order

NOW ENROLLING!!! — Looking for the best school with the best students?  The 2012-2013 academic year is fast approaching and George E. Peters Adventist School is ready for another exciting year.  The newly implemented STEM program, a large and orderly facility, and ever adapting technology all assist the teachers and staff in developing your child into a well-rounded, God fearing student of learning.  G. E. Peters is currently enrolling for grades Pre-K thru 8.  FMI call 301-559-6710 or check us out on the web:  www.gepeterschool.org.  There are only a few more seats available for enrollment.  G. E. Peters is the Christian School That Makes A Difference.

TAKOMA ACADEMY BASKETBALL CAMP — Attention all boys ages 8-16.  Don’t forget to sign up for the Purple Eagle Basketball Camp at Takoma Academy, which will take place: June 18-22, 25-28, July 9-13, 16-20, and 23-27. Instruction will take place from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m..  Before care starts at 8:00 a.m. and after care will take place until 5:00 p.m. For pricing and other details contact Harvey Powell at: harveypowelljr@hotmail.com.

WASHINGTON ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY is proud to present the 2nd annual basketball skills clinic featuring WAU Men’s Basketball Head Coach Patrick Crarey and NBA Scout Brian Wright. Patrick and Brian are teaming up for the 2nd year to teach young people about basketball, life skills, and God.  The clinic will take place at Washington Adventist University from July 16- 20 for boys and girls ages 6-16.  The Clinic will run from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. To pre-register go to www.wauathletics.com and fill out the registration form. FMI on the clinic call 301-8914481 or 301-512-7591.

SUMMER BASKETBALL CLINICS — On June 11th and 25th, July 9th and 23rd and August 13th Dupont Park SDA School will host 5 one-week clinics for kids ages 6-10. Each session will focus on basketball fundamentals and run Mon-Thurs. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. with noon dismissal on Friday. Before and aftercare is available Mon. - Thurs. and t-shirts will be given to all campers. FMI visit the welcome center, contact Michelle (240.988.3366 or mhunt@21stceg.com), or contact Greg: (240.462.1529 or Gregory_hunt@ymail.com).

DETERMINING YOUR CHILD’S DEVELOPMENTAL LEVEL — While attending this year’s campmeeting, take advantage of the opportunity to learn more about where your child falls on the developmental continuum.  This test is intended to provide insight to guide appropriate instruction and expectations for children based on their developmental stage level.  Come out to the AEC Office Education on July 1-4 from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. To register your child for the assessment, please contact the Office of Education at 610.326.4610 ext. 333.

THE AEC DEPARTMENT OF RELATIONSHIP MINISTRIES has planned a dynamic program for our upcoming 2012 AEC Campmeeting . A snapshot of our program includes: Sabbath, July 7th S.O.U.L. (Singles   Obeying & Uplifting the Lord) Ministries will host a Singles Potluck from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. in the AEC Cheatham Complex (new building).  Please pick up a flyer from the Welcome Center to see what items you are asked to bring.   Please fill out a registration form and return it by June 28th. Entrance to the potluck will only be for individuals with tickets and a dish.  Potluck tickets will be available on Wednesday and Friday from 12:15 p.m. -12:30 p.m. at the Luther Palmer Pavilion from Mrs. Sheryl G. Reeves.  FMI contact Mrs. Sheryl G. Reeves at 1.800.830.0224, ext. 327, or email sreeves@myalleghenyeast.com.

AEC WANTS YOU — AEC is looking for independent gospel artists or groups to share their talent at this year’s campmeeting.  FMI please contact LaTasha Hewitt via email:  lhewitt@myalleghenyeast.com or phone:610-326-4610, ext. 336 .

AEC TOWN HALL MEETING will take place on July 22nd from 10 a.m. - 12 noon at Metro Church. ALL members are asked to attend.

CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF MINISTRY — Join Washington Metro Area Women’s Ministries for our 11th biennial retreat, October 26th - 28th, at the Hyatt Resort in Cambridge, MD.  Anointed speakers, community projects, and this year’s special highlight; The Red Dress Ball featuring actress, singer, and activist, Sheryl Lee Ralph.  Space is limited so register NOW! FMI and to register visit our website:  www.chosen-vessels.org.

4th OF JULY SUMMER FUN — A Summer Festival is scheduled for Wednesday, July 4th, from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. at the Dupont Park SDA School (3942 Alabama Avenue SE, Washington, DC).  A day of food, fellowship and fun is planned for the entire family.  Tickets will be available for activities and food.  Proceeds to benefit the ADRA Haitian School Building Project.  Volunteers and food donations are needed. FMI contact Prepare Our Youth Coordinator, Timekee Battle at 301-332-4334.

ADVENTIST YELL OUT (AYO) presents "Go Faith Go" at Sligo Church, July 6th & 7th.  On Friday, the 6th at 7 p.m., there will be a Selah Concert featuring Karla Rivera Bucklew.  On Saturday, the 7th, there will be an all-day workshop, with a scholarship giveaway. FMI, contact Jeff or ShaVonne LaDonis at 202-487-7867. For ticket information go to: www.itickets.com/selah or @www.ayoconnect.com.

KICKBALL TOURNAMENT — Capitol Hill ConNexus Ministry is organizing a Kickball Tournament among area SDA churches. If you are interested in playing on a church team send your name, church membership, and phone number to ConNexusMinistry@yahoo.com. Please reply by July 15th to be considered for a team.  Date of tournament to be determined after deadline.

EXCURSION TO LAKE VICTORIA — Travel to the City of Light site and Lake Victoria.  Join Dr. Samuel Deshay from August 23-September 11, as he travels on Ethiopia Airlines.  All are welcome!  FMI call 410-740-8151.

TEEN VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY — Do you know a teen between the ages of 15-17?  There are several volunteer opportunities at Washington Adventist Hospital.  Applications will be accepted through June 8th for summer volunteer placement.  FMI contact Paula Gomez, Volunteer Service Coordinator, at 301-891-5444. Applications received after June 8th will be considered for a September start date.