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MUSICIANS WANTED

We are looking for talented musicians (drummer,guitarist, and bass player)for our Praise band. If you or someone you know plays one of these instruments and are interested in becoming a member of this new team, we would love to hear from you! In addition, if you’re on Facebook, please send out a request for musicians who would like to be part of a new opportunity with live music in a dynamic church setting. Contact Samantha Rodgers at [email protected] or Pastor Amy at 334-0249 with questions or for additional information.

GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT/BELIEVERS MEETING

Given by Dr. Wayne Hendrickson before his return to Ukraine - On Saturday, August 17, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Wayne will hold another excellent teaching with practical information on how to recognize the gifts in us and how to bless others with them. Receive all God has for you. There will be a 30-minute break. Bring your lunch, drink and dessert will be provided. Come prepared to receive! Email Gretchen Ellixson, [email protected], or call her, 302-798-3256.

SUMMER PRAISE & WORSHIP

Wednesday Night Summer Praise and Worship is in full swing, from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Services are held in the Sanctuary. All are welcome!

LAY MINISTRY CLASS

Wilmington District Board of Lay Ministries Presents Living Our Beliefs The United Methodist Way “Living our beliefs is essential reading for every member of the United Methodist Church. Bishop Kenneth L. Carter helps the reader to understand the meaning and power of the United Methodist Way of living, serving, and witnessing to Jesus Christ in the world.” This class is an excellent resource for new member initiation, confirmation classes, and small group study. These classes will make you proud and excited to be a disciple of Jesus Christ in the United Methodist Way. New Castle County: Begins August 3, 2013 at Atonement Church, class leader is Pastor John. Class time is 9:00 – 11:30 a.m. for five Saturdays. Cecil County: Begins August 10, 2013 at Cherry Hill UMC, 33 Elk Mills Road, Elkton, MD, 21920, class leader is Rev David Rash. Class time is 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. for four Saturdays. This class meets the requirements of time and materials of the Lay Academy. Credit will be given upon completion of the class. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for materials and a copy of the Book. Cost $15.00 If you register before July 19, we may be able to get the books to you before classes begin. To register, please include the following information along with the $15.00 fee: Your name, address, phone number, session, and location and mail to: Charles Rossiter, Baldwin United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 12, Elk Mills, MD 21920 For more information or if you have questions, email Charles, [email protected] ALL ARE WELCOME

CCC FOOD CLOSET

Please remember that we are always collecting non-perishable items for the Claymont Community Center food closet. There are two round containers outside the nursery door where you may drop off your items. Everything collected will be delivered to the Community Center on Monday morning. As always, thank you for your help!

KEEP US UPDATED!

Please be sure the office has all of your up-to-date information (i.e. address, phone, email, etc.). The quarterly statements will now be sent electronically, so be sure to get new email addresses to the office as soon as possible.

ONE CALL

In the event worship services, scheduled meetings, etc. are cancelled or delayed due to inclement weather, our method of contacting people is through “One Call.” If you are not a member of Atonement but wish to be included on the One Call list, complete the form attached to the bulletin and place in the offering plate, call the office, or you may sign up on our website.

ISRAEL TOUR

Maranatha Ministries & Liberty Church Holy Land Study Tour invites you to tour the Holy Land with Rev. John Hobbs, March 16 – 26, 2014. If you would like more information, please speak with Pastor John.

ALTAR FLOWERS

Outside of the nursery, you will find a flower chart. If you would like to place flowers on the altar, please add your name to the list. You will be contacted by either Valerie Winer or Lynn Armstrong regarding the write-up for the bulletin.