Opportunities for Ministry and Service Wednesday, February 16th Prayer Meeting @ Williams—5:45 PM Choir @ Williams—6:30 PM Thursday, February 17th Bible Study @ Audrey Smith’s—10:00 AM (Revelation 14-15) Sunday, February 20th 3rd Sunday lunch @ Williams—12:30 PM Lay Servants Academy February 25-27th, lay leaders from all around the conference will be gathering at the Conference Center in Blackstone to take eighteen courses including Lay Speaking and an overview of United Methodism. If you are interested in growing your faith and increasing your skills for ministry, this is a great opportunity. For more information, see the “Events” section of conference website (www.vaumc.org) or talk to Pastor Andrew. A Twist on Worship Once a Month Beginning today we are going to have one Sunday each month where Pastor Andrew will be leading us in the musical portion of our worship on guitar. Andrew is looking for singers or individuals who play an instrument to join him. If you are interested, please talk with Pastor Andrew! New Bible Study Schedule As we move in to February, we are shaking up the Bible Study schedule. The Monday evening Bible Study is going on sabbatical for a time while the morning Bible Study will be moving to Thursday morning. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to join us at Audrey Smith’s home this coming Thursday as we dig into the book of Revelation (chapters 14-15 for this week!). Ushers for January-April Ushers: Jeffrey Bacon, Frank Bacon, Haynie Hite, and William Bacon Alternates: Ricky Bacon, Walter Moseley, Earl Callis, and Chris Bacon Outreach Opportunities! School Supply Collection! As the elementary school reaches it half-way point in the school year, the students’ supplies are running low. Let’s give our teachers the support they need by giving generously. Throughout the month of February, we want to fill our donation box with supplies! [Big pink erasers, pencils and notebook paper are in high demand.]