Thank You Carolers!!!

I would like to give a big-hearted THANK YOU to everyone who went Chrismas caroling tonight!!! This was the first time I've ever headed up caroling and I am so thankful for how many people turned out!!! The families we visited were truly blessed!!!
God Bless and Merry Christmas~ Deb Capper

P.S.- Just in case you were wondering about a home we didn't visit... 12 different people/families were contacted about the carolers visiting. Most politely declined either due to health reasons or they were not going to be home. Hopefully next year we will be able to add several of those homes to our caroling list:)

P.S.S.- If you still have a hymnal, don't forget to return it!

Need Carolers

Attention all carolers- adults and kids alike! We will meet at the church at 5:30 this Sunday evening (Dec. 21st) and caroling should take about an hour. The list of people we are visiting is set so we will figure out who is driving once everyone is there. Then when the caroling is finished everyone is invited to meet at Friendly's, so make sure you bring your ice cream money along with your beautiful voices:) Any questions contact Deb Capper tdjmcapper@hotmail.com.

Adult Christmas Dinner at Yoccos

As of right now we have 23 people signed up for the Christmas Dinner at Yocono's. We need a minimum of 30 or we will have to cancel our reservation. If you would like to join in the fun and haven't yet given your rsvp, please do so immediately! Thanks!

Christmas Dinner and Youth Group Fund Raiser

Christmas Dinner
Please make sure you rsvp for the Christmas dinner at Yocono's this Friday. I have to give them our final count toward the end of the week. Thanks!

Youth Group Fund Raiser
The youth group is selling Entertainment Books 2009. If you are interested we are selling them for $30. These books make great Christmas gifts so don't miss out on a great opportunity to save money and help the youth group!

Announcements for Chrismas

Adult Fellowship

Just a cheery reminder that our Christmas Adult Fellowship is this Saturday night, Dec. 13th, at 6:30! It will be at 2777 Shade Rd. (the Burketts) in Bath. We're looking forward to a great time of fun and food and fellowship. Remember to bring an appetizer or desert and a food related white elephant gift- one for each person. We would like to point out that 'food related' is open to interpretation! Meat and beverages will be provided. If you would park on the right side of the driveway and keep the left side of the drive and the circle clear for people dropping off and picking up and leaving.Please park on the right side of the driveway and keep the left side of the drive and the circle clear for people dropping off and picking up and leaving.If you think of anyone you would like to invite that may be new to our church - or interested in coming- this is a great way to get to know people in a more casual setting. Remember the more the merrier :-) Look forward to seeing you all here.In Him,Jim and Ros BurkettP.S. there will be a prize for the most unusual food related white elephant gift!

Christmas Card Making

This Sunday evening, Dec. 14th, we will be making Christmas cards for our shut-ins. Please join us in the fellowship hall at 6:30. Donuts and coffee will be provided.

Christmas Caroling

Attention singers of all ages! We will be Christmas caroling to our shut-ins on Sunday evening, Dec. 21st. This is a fun family event that is truly "the more the merrier!" With all the kids being off school the next day we hope to have a great turnout of both kids and adults:) More info to come... any questions contact me, Deb Capper, by replying to this email (tdjmcapper@hotmail.com).

Christmas Cards Ready

The Christmas cards have been sorted and are ready to be picked up. They are on tables in alphabetical order in the foyer. If you are able, please take cards for people you will be seeing who won't be at church. Thank you.

Christmas Card Drop Box Until 12/10

The Christmas Card drop box will be in the foyer until this Wednesday, Dec. 10th! Don't miss out on this opportunity to have your cards delivered free-of-charge to your fellow VLBF-goers! Cards will be passed out Dec. 14th and 21st.

No Adult Wednesday Class - But WOL for kids

Vesper lakers, There will be no Wednesday evening class for the adults this week or next... There WILL still be youth and Word of Life Programs for the kids...Pastor Steve

Annoucements for December

Christmas Card Delivery
The drop box is in the foyer and will be there until next Wednesday, Dec. 10th. Any questions, contact Deb Capper.

Wednesday Evening Adult Class Cancelled
Although the adult class is cancelled this week and next, there will still be Word of Life programs for the kids and youth. Please mark your calendars that Dec. 10th is the last night for the kids (ages nursery through grade 6) and Dec. 17th is the last night for youth group until after the holidays.

M.O.M.S. Group
Just a reminder that we'll be meeting at 11:00 a.m. (this Thursday) at the Shady Hollow Pavilion, right by where the water crosses the road. Don't forget your toys and bows,ribbons,scissors & tape to decorate them with.

Men's Game Night
Also at the Shady Hollow Pavilion, 7:00 p.m. Bring snack, 2-liter and games/cards.

Melting Pot
If you would still like to go but haven't yet gotten in touch with Ros, please do so immediately! We have a large group going and she needs to let the Melting Pot know the exact number of people. We will most likely be divided up into 2 groups near each other (if we were to be seated as one big group we would have to use the banquet menu instead of the regular menu). Also, make sure you make your own carpooling arrangements if you would like to drive up with other ladies. Reservations are for 7:15 this Friday.

Parent's Night Out
Hey parents! Make sure you don't miss out on this special evening because the youth group really wants to bless all of our young families this Saturday 6:15-9:15 p.m! And remember... donations are optional, not required! Any donations you would like to make will go toward yg mission projects. If you haven't signed up please contact Sarah at sarahekoehler@gmail.com or give her a call at the church- even if you decide at the last minute you can still come!

APS Giving Tree
All gifts due this Sunday, Dec. 7th. Please have gifts wrapped with tags attached.

Family Night & Evening Service
Join us this Sunday for Family Night at 5:00 p.m then evening service- 'Walking in the Spirit' taught by Jim Burkett- at 6:30 p.m.

Water Situation

Dear Vesper Lakers, This is just a friendly reminder to please use the water sparingly while we have the temporary tank. The more water we use, the more frequently the tank has to be refilled, which costs us every time. The prospects are looking good that we will have a new water system in early 2009, but until then please remember to limit your water usage.
Thank you,
Travis Capper

Melting Pot

Our reservation is for 7:15 and I am working on a group rate since we have so many coming. Many of you have asked about departing time. Due to people's varying schedules they are leaving at different times. I know some are interested in going up early to do some shopping and some are leaving the church at 6:30. I would suggest contacting some from the list you may know and carpooling up to Legacy Village. The church is a great meeting place as you can easily access hwy 77.
For those that need directions you can mapquest or google the Melting Pot at Legacy Village. It takes roughly 30 minutes from the church.

I know it will be a great evening of fellowship and great food - let me know if you have any questions!

No Evening Service 11/30

There will be no Sunday evening service this Sunday, Nov. 30th, due to the holiday weekend. Please join us on December 7th for Family Night and our Sunday evening series, "Walking in the Spirit," taught by Jim Burkett.

APS Giving Tree

The Giving Tree, supporting Akron Pregnancy Services, is currently in the foyer on the bulletin board. Please take a tag (or two) and purchase the item as written, then return it wrapped with the tag taped to the outside of the gift. It is VERY important to remember to attach the tag so APS knows what is inside each present. Tags are now available anytime you are at the church, and gifts are due by December 7th. Please put your wrapped gifts in the labeled boxes near the tree. Thank you!

December Events

We have a lot of fun and special fellowships scheduled over the next several weeks, and almost everything is "guest friendly," so everyone is encouraged to invite neighbors/co-workers/family/friends who don't already have a church family. Mark your calendars and watch for emails with more information, and don't forget about our regularly scheduled Wednesday night and Sunday evening services (please view the attached calendar for a complete listing of all events over the next month).

11/26- Thanksgiving Eve service, 6:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome to join us for this special service (please note: there will be no Word of Life programs).

11/30- Christmas card drop box will be in the foyer until 12/10. The youth group will deliver your cards free-of-charge to all attendees of VLBF! Please use FIRST AND LAST NAMES to address your cards.

12/4- M.O.M.S. Group @ the Shady Hollow Pavilion in Sand Run MetroPark, 11:00 a.m. See Deb Capper or Ros Burkett for details.
- Men's Night Out/Game Night @ Shady Hollow Pavilion, 7:00 p.m. Please bring a snack/appetizer, 2-liter, and cards or game.

12/5- Special Ladies' Evening Out @ Melting Pot, 7:00 p.m. There will be at least one group going up early to do some shopping around Legacy Village before dinner. Please rsvp Ros Burkett @ rb0119@roadrunner.com. For more information (menu, prices, etc...) go to www.meltingpot.com then click on Locations, Ohio, Lyndhurst, Menu.

12/6- "Parents' Night Out" youth group babysitting fundraiser @ the church, 6:15-9:15 p.m. All proceeds/donations support yg mission projects. Conact Sarah Koehler @ sarahekoehler@gmail.com or Pastor Brad @ bwhorner@yahoo.com.

12/7- Giving Tree gifts are due under the tree. The Giving Tree will be in the foyer and all gifts will benefit the Akron Pegnancy Services. Contact Nanette Maletich @ 330.854.6884 with any questions.

12/10- Last night for Word of Life programs until after the Christmas holiday. Also, last day to drop off your Christmas cards in the drop box (cards will be passed out Dec. 14th and 21st).

12/13- Adult Fellowship @ the home of Jim & Ros Burkett, 6:30-9:00 p.m. Please bring an appetizer or dessert to share and a 'food-related item' for the white elephant gift exchange. Also, please dress party-casual for pictures.

12/14- Special evening service- making Christmas cards and caroling for our elderly and shut-ins. This is a fun and special way to minister to some of the most wonderful people in our church family:) If you are interested in heading up this event, please contact Sarah @ sarahkoehler@gmail.com.

12/18- Ladies' Night Out @ Cracker Barrell, 7:00 p.m.

12/19- Annual Christmas Dinner @ Yocono's, 7:00 p.m. Please rsvp Deb Capper tdjmcapper@hotmail.com or 330.785.3449. Due to funds needing to be allotted elsewhere, the church will not be picking up the tab this year. Meal selection prices will range between $10-$15 and include your drink, soup, salad, bread, main course and dessert (gratuity not included).

12/20- Youth group Christmas party, 3:00-9:00ish. Plan on ice skating, white elephant gift exchange and a Christmas movie. More details to come.

12/24- Christmas Eve Service, 6:30 p.m. All are invited to attend this celebration of the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ!

12/28-1/1- Youth group Snow Valley Rally in Tremont, IL (9th grade and up).

Special Ladies' Evening Out 12/5

Ladies, December is around the corner and we are interested in getting a group to go back to the Melting Pot at Legacy Village for dinner (and shopping) on December 5th. This has been a special ladies' night out the last couple of years in the midst of the hustle and bustle of the holidays. If you are interested in going, let Ros Burkett know at rb0119@roadrunner.com.

Adult Fellowship 11/15

Just a reminder that Adult Fellowship will be this coming Saturday, Nov. 15, at Great Oaks Lanes in Wadsworth. The address is 210 Great Oaks Trail, right off Route 94, across from Beuhlers. Please meet at 4:45 to get shoes, set up teams, and start bowling by 5:00. We will play 2 games and then head over to Maries Pizza at 7:00.

Please RSVP to Mark and Sandra Gruich by email or a phone call if you haven't already. Hope to see you there! Looking forward to a fun night of fellowship and "non competitive" (ha ha) comradeship.

Please feel free to bring any friends that you've been wanting to introduce to our church fellowship/family!

msgruich@yahoo.com

Men's Night Out 11/13 7pm at Emich's

MEN'S NIGHT OUT - The next MNO will be on Thursday, Nov.13th , 7:00 p.m. at the home of Brian (& Janelle) Emich. Main dish provided, please bring a side dish or dessert.

Wednesday - No Adult or Children Programs, but Still Youth Group

Wednesday night Word Of Life program has been cancelled this week, November 5th, due to water concerns. There will be no children or adult programs in the church building. The youth group WILL be meeting at the Thompson's home (normal time 6:30-8:00). 3985 Foxtail Trail, Copley, OH 44321 Please spread the word and contact the church with any questions. Thanks!

Adult Fellowship 11/15 5pm

Adult Fellowship for November will be Saturday, November 15 at the Bowling Alley in Wadsworth across from Buehler's at 5:00 and on to Marie's for pizza at 7:00. It would be good if everyone arrived as close to 4:45 as possible to get our shoes/teams set up and start bowling by 5. Great Oaks Lanes, 210 Great Oaks Tr. in Wadsworth.

See Mark and Sandra Gruich for details.

URGENT ANNOUNCEMENT

Dear Vesper Lake Bible Fellowship Family,Due to an emergency water problem we have to cancel our normal Wednesday night service this week. We currently have no running water in our church and are working as fast as possible to resolve this issue. We ask that you are patient as we try to get this fixed. We may also have to cancel or move our Sunday morning Service so please be watchful for an announcement. Please pass the word on to other attenders. Thanks for your understanding.May God bless you greatly!

VLBF Leadership Team

Norton Church Blood Drive 11/5 2-7pm

Norton Church is hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive on Wednesday, Nov. 5th from 2pm-7pm. A hot meal and home-made baked goods will be provided for all donors. Please contact Carol Kapusinski or Mike Maletich with any questions. Thank you.

Men's Night Out 10/23

The Csaky's are hosting Men's Night Out at their home this Thursday, Oct. 23rd, at 7:00 p.m. Burgers and drinks will be provided, so please bring a side dish or dessert to share.

Also, we are still in need of a host for Men's Night Out in November. If you would like to host this event in your home, please contact Deb Capper.

Last Signup Broken Chains Dinner

Last Chance to Sign Up for Broken Chains Benefit Dinner!

On Friday, October 24th, Broken Chains Ministry of Akron will be hosting a benefit dinner. It will be a time to learn of all they are doing as a ministry to help those incarcerated and their families in our community.

http://www.brokenchainsministry.org/cms/component/option,com_mosforms/Itemid,41/.

The cost per seat is $40, but if money is a concern, there is also a prepaid table with available seats- first come, first serve. Again, it is on Friday the 24th at Guys Party Center from 6:30-9 p.m.

Please contact Michael Mrdjanov to reserve your seat for this wonderful event!

"God sets the lonely in families, he leads forth the prisoners with singing..." Psalm 68:6

Christmas Adult Fellowship

Merry Christmas! And to all a Good Night!!!

It's nearing that time of the year - can you believe it? If you have been in the stores you see signs of the holidays already. Well, we are looking forward to not just a "good night" but a "great night" for our December Adult Fellowship on December 13th. We wanted to let you know of the date early, so you could mark in on your calendars. We will start at 7:00 and the party will end when the last person leaves :-) More details will come regarding specifics.

Just a side note. We would like to encourage those of you who may be new to Vesper Lake to join us for what is always a great time of fellowship and food and laughter. If you are an "old timer"(hopefully no offense is taken :-), invite someone who may be newer to join us. It's such a great time to actually get to know each other make others feel part of our church family. We are looking forward to the 13th; we hope to see you here!

In Him, Jim and Roslyn Burkett

Adult Fellowship Saturday 10/18

Adult Fellowship is this Saturday, Oct. 18th, at the home of Zoli & Sheri Csepe. If you have not yet signed up but would still like to come it's not too late! Contact Sheri and she will let you know what you can bring.

Member's Meeting Sunday 10/19

Our Member's Meeting this Sunday, Oct. 19th, will be a brief meeting concerning two votes- the proposed budget and reaffirmation of Mike Maletich as elder. There will be a short time for discussion if necessary, but if you have any questions right now then please direct them to a member of the Leadership Team and he will be able to answer your questions ahead of time. Also, please note that only these two items will be on the table for discussion at the meeting, so if you have any other questions, concerns or suggestions, please contact a member of the Leadership Team at any time and he will be more than happy and willing to discuss them with you.Thank you!

Ladies' Night Out 10/16 and Men's Night Out 10/23

Ladies' Night Out - Macaroni Grill, Thursday, Oct. 16th, 7:00 p.m.

Men's Night Out - Csaky's house, Thursday, Oct. 23rd, 7:00 p.m.

Please bring a snack, appetizer or dessert. Burgers and drinks will be provided. The men have really enjoyed meeting at someone's home rather than a restaurant, so we'd like to ask for volunteers to host MNO at your house. MNO is normally scheduled on the first Thursday of the month, but you are welcome to host it on whatever night works for you.

If you are interested, please respond to this email so you can get scheduled for a month you prefer. Also, please note that the guys will bring whatever items you designate so you can be thinking about what you'd like them to bring and what you'd like to supply.

Thanks! P.S.- Ladies, DON'T FEAR! We WILL CONTINUE to go OUT for LNO! haha

Vesper Bake Sale

Shelly Flanigan, wife of Tim Flanigan and daughter-in-law of Chuck and Pauline, has been led to host a weekly bake sale at Vesper Lake! Her willingness to follow God's conviction in her life and bless our community in a very tangible way is wonderful!! If your interested in supporting her ministry and the church through this great opportunity, there are a couple ways to help.

1. First, you can come prepared to donate and buy some baked goods starting this Sunday. She will have wrapped cookies for kids and baked goods for everyone. Each item will have a suggested donation- donations can be placed directly into the offering boxes in the back of the sanctuary.
2. Second, if you are interested in offering a baked good or a few baked goods to the table, she would greatly appreciate it. This will be a weekly opportunity to bless our community, so contact her directly if you're interested in bringing something this Sunday or in any of the coming weeks.

Driver Needed for Wednesday Nights

We are in need of a driver on Wednesday nights. Every Wednesday, around 2-6 teens from the Lighthouse ministry in Akron come to Youth Group. Pastor Brad picks them up and drops them off right now. It has been amazing to see the growth and enthusiasm of these kids- excited to learn about God in a safe and loving environment amongst their peers. Often times, it's hard for Brad because he has to leave during his final prep time and misses welcoming the teens who arrive a little early, then he has to leave quickly afterwards to drive them back. It would be an amazing blessing to Brad and to these teens if someone from our church would be willing to pick them up and/or drop them off on Wednesday nights. Please pray to see if this is a ministry that you can help with. Please contact Sarah at the church (330) 666-1733 or email adminassistant@vesperlake.org if you are interested or if you have any questions.

Meal for Chris & Paula Kray Needed for Wednesday 9/24

All the meals for Christopher and Paula Kray are almost taken care of, but there is still a need for THIS WEDNESDAY's meal and next Monday's meal.

Please contact Sherri Kroslak if you are able to meet this need.

Helped Needed In Newborn Nursery

I am putting together a new Sunday morning schedule for the Newborn Nursery. If anyone is interested in serving on the rotation, please let me know. There are some currently serving that are on multiple rotations on Sunday mornings and I would like to find a few people that would be interested in taking their place on the Newborn schedule. The commitment involves serving once a month (unless more people sign up then it will be less frequent). If you aren't able to do Sunday mornings but would like to serve at another time such as Sunday evenings or Wednesday evenings, please let me know and I will pass the information along to the appropriate people.

This is a great way for us to minister to our young moms; allowing them to be fed spiritually, emotionally, mentally and even physically on Sunday mornings. Please pray about whether the Lord would have you serve in this capacity.

I so appreciate those who have been serving – with joy :-). You are a blessing!

Please contact me. In Him, Roslyn

Life Chain October 4, 2008

There is a pro-life group, Right to Life, located in Akron, that addresses and aims to educate on issues such as stem-cell, euthanasia, and abortion. On Saturday, October 4, 2008, is our annual Life Chain event located near the one remaining abortion clinic in Summit County (839 E. Market Street).

It would be a tremendous testimony if we had some of you, all ages, come stand and pray in defense of the unborn children. I have seen firsthand the power of prayer as the Holy Spirit works in these girl's hearts. A peaceable group, we look to speak the truth of Christ's love and our need of salvation. Jesus Christ is the true Giver of life and we are all called to protect and cherish life!

If you would like to participate, I have chosen for our group the earlier of two shifts on that day, 10:30am-12:10pm; if you are unable at that time, the second shift is 11:50 am to 1:30pm.

Feel free to contact me at before that day to sign up & for more details.

Thank you! In Christ,
Rachel Radosavcev

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Adult Fellowship 9/27 - Pontooning at Portage Lakes

Our next Adult Fellowship will be our Annual Pontooning trip on Portage Lakes. The date is Saturday, September 27, time to be announced. Please sign up by e-mailing Tracy Csaky at rcsaky@aol.com. Space is limited. Cost will be determined by the amount of people who attend. Please plan to bring an appetizer or a dessert (on 2 plates so we can share between boats) and a 2 liter of pop. Main dish will be provided. This has been a favorite in the past, so sign up early.

Thanks, Tracy

Want Ad: Flute for Band for Maddie K

Does anyone have a flute they would be interested in selling? Maddie wants to join the band.

Thanks! Dan & Chris Kovacevic

Sunday Evening Childcare

On Sunday evenings when there is pastor/elder teaching, childcare will be provided during the teaching time. Children will be dismissed after the 15 minute praise & worship set. Please note: on Sunday evenings when the entire service consists of praise & worship, children are encouraged to remain with their parents and sing to the Lord!

Wednesday Night Word of Life Program

WOL (Word of Life) for nursery through grades six will start on Wednesday, September 10. Our first meeting is called "September Spectacular" which will include fun and games, an introduction of what WOL is and also an introduction of staff followed by refreshments for all. We would encourage parents of all the children to plan to attend this kick-off event.

Our staffing for all areas are complete except for a 'personal trainer' for grades three and four. Please contact Mike Maletich if you would like information about this position.

Vesper Lake Outreach Opportunites

• Lighthouse Ministry of Akron - Wednesdays & Fridays @ 6 pm
• Good News Clubs @ Local Elementary Schools - Tuesdays @ 2:30 pm

Meet the Bells August 21st

Please join us in welcoming Dave and Jen Bell to the Akron area as they are visiting all the way from Nairobi, Kenya. This is the couple that took care of our team and helped us be effective while we served on our mission trip this past May. We will be having an open house on Thursday evening, August 21st, at Dan and Sherri Kroslak's home at 7pm. Coffee and desserts will be served.

If you have any questions regarding life in Kenya or if you are interested in joining us on our next trip in the spring, please stop in and meet the Bells. They continue to be an encouragement to each one of us that went to Kenya and we would love for you to meet them.

The Africa Missions Trip Team

(Brad, Jacob, Susan, Jessica Tomic, Jessica Kroslak, Rebecca and Doriel)

Adult Fellowship Reminder/Update

Just a “quick” reminder regarding Adult Fellowship at Blossom this Saturday evening (August 16th).1. We will meet between 5:45 and 6:00 pm at the ticket office – you will pass the ticket kiosk, go over the pedestrian bridge and go to your left. You will see a row of brown buildings and we will be there. I will have tickets and you can pay at that time.2. Bring an appetizer or desert to feed 15-20 people and your own beverage and eating utensils/plates. 3. Bring camp/beach chairs, blankets or whatever you will be comfortable sitting on.4. Given the cooler weather of late it can get chilly in the evenings at Blossom; you may want to bring jackets or warmer clothing.5. It will be dark by the time the concert/fireworks are over with a lot of people exiting at once. Please pay close attention to where you are parked so you can easily find your way back to your car. There are posts with letters designating different parking areas.6. Our rain date is August 30th. I will call everyone if this is the case – pray for good weather :-)7. If you get lost, please don’t hesitate to call.

In Him, Jim and Roslyn

Announcements 8/12/08

Men's Night Out has been moved to THIS WEDNESDAY, August 13th at 7p.m. It will be at the Csepe house- 3519 Hemphill Rd, Copley, OH 44321. Please bring a snack to share with everyone. If you have any questions, you can reach the Csepe's at (330)825-6528.

The youth room is in need of gently used couches! If you're interested in donating your couch, please contact Sherry Csepe.

Adult Fellowship Blosson Annoucement

We've had a great response for August 16th, Adult Fellowship at Blossom. I have heard from the following people that they will be attending.

• Mark and Sandra G
• Bob and Tracy C
• Mike and Marie S
• Jeremiah and Cheryl D
• Jerry and Patti E
• Jim and Lisa K
• Travis and Deb C
• Jim and Ros B
• Steve and Heather H

If you are still interested in going, please let me know as soon as possible. The tickets come in blocks of 10 for the best rate and I will be calling tomorrow to work out details with the ticket office. Right now we have 14 people needing tickets so ideally 6 more people would be great. Regardless, we would love to have as many as possible.

A slight change in plans. Instead of bringing a full meal; each family will bring either an appetizer or desert to feed 15-20 people along with their own beverage. This should be easier and certainly more interesting :-)

I know Jim is planning on taking cards and if you have another "quiet" game feel free to bring along. We're looking forward to having a great time of fellowship while enjoying a beautiful setting with hopefully some great music.

In Him, Roslyn Burkett

Lighthouse of Hope - Workers Needed

Dear Vesper Lakers,
Feel up to a little local missions work? We are holding a 5 day VBS at Lighthouse of Hope from Monday through Friday next week, 6-8:30 PM for five days. Dinner is at 6, then games, Bible lesson, craft with painting (BRAVE, huh?), prizes, then done at 8PM. We could use anybody and everybody that could come one, two, three, four, or all five days, anything you feel led to do would be great. Peter and Amy Nenadov were unfortunately called out of town last minute due to a funeral so we are down two helpers, if anyone could come even one night it would be a big help. The kids have so much fun and this is truly an unreached group of kids right here in Akron. If you have kids of your own or neighbor kids, you are welcome to bring anyone and all with you, we always prepare for many more than we expect.
Thanks so much in advance,

The Lighthouse of Hope Team
Address: 77 Dudley Street, Akron, OH 44305

Annoucements 8/2/08

Attention all Runners, Wannabe-runners and Faithful- Supports of runners! Set aside September 1st to participate in the 24th Labor of Love Run sponsored by The Chapel in Akron to raise money for Akron Pregancy Services. The 1 mile race begins at 8:30 followed by a 5 mile run and it is not uncommon to see moms pushing their little ones in strollers for that 1st race to help the cause and have a good. Check out the website for additional information: Akron Labor of Love Run. Will keep you posted as eager participants begin to sign up.

-Nanette Maletich

FREE ZOO TICKETS!I have 4 free zoo tickets for the first person who would like them. They are valid this Monday and Tuesday only, August 4th and 5th.

-Deb Capper

FUNNY! For those of you who missed it at church camp, and those of you who would like to see it all over again...www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbBjbYbWFBM

Family Swim 8/7 and 8/14

Everyone is cordially invited to Blue Bird Lake for swimming and fun on the next two Thursdays (weather permitting), August 7th and 14th. The 'unofficial' start time is around 11:30, but please feel free to come sooner or later, whatever time works for you. Remember to bring your beach towels, toys, floaties/life jackets, lunch/snacks, bathing suits, sunblock, and whatever else you like to take swimming.

Pig Roast 8/31

Sunday, August 31, 2008 - Pig Roast

Norton ACC Chicken BBQ 8/6 5pm

Saturday, August 9, 2008 @ 5pm

Chicken Barbecue and Corn Roast @ Norton Apostolic Christian Church

Dessert Fellowship 7/29 7pm

Tuesday, July 29, 2008 @ 7pm - Dessert Fellowship at Brian & Janelle's House about come and hear what God is doing with the Xingh Mission through the ministry of Josh and Brinlee Pflederrer.

Adult Fellowship Aug 16

Mark your calendars now for our next Adult Fellowship outing at Blossom Music Center on Saturday, August 16th at 8pm to see the Cleveland Orchestra. Prices are tentatively $13 per person. More details and info to come.

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/050040A7DBFF4EDB?artistid=755820&majorcatid=10002&minorcatid=203

August adult fellowship is going to be a great summer outing at Blossom Music Center on August 16th. The Empire Brass will be in concert giving an entertaining program featuring music ranging from Bach and Handel to Jazz and Broadway. The program begins at 8:00 but we will be meeting at 6:00 for a picnic on the lawn before the concert begins. Fireworks will follow the concert weather permitting.The cost for tickets is 13.00 per person. I will need to have rsvp's by August 8th in order to get this pricing on tickets. Bring whatever you would like to eat and drink, lawn chairs and/or blankets. If you have any questions, you can call us or email us. Look forward to hearing from you!

Jim and Ros Burkett

Midwest Camp Announcement

All children participating in the Sunday morning program on the last day of camp are asked to wear a red, white or blue shirt. Thank you.

Women of Faith Conference

Ladies this message is for you.Are you excited about being a woman of faith? Do you want to learn more about God's "Infinite Grace"? Then there is an opportunity for that just around the corner from us.Friday, July 18th and Saturday, July 19th coming to the Gund Arena in Cleveland is the 2008 Women of Faith conference entitled "Infinite Grace". I will quote you from the brochure:"It's refreshment, reality without reproach, and relationships. So what does this mean...Refreshment: Imagine getting together with you closest girlfriends for a weekend. Think of the laughter you'd share, the tears and the FUN you'd have. Now multiply that by 10,000 or so. Reality without Reproach: We're not perfect. We don't expect you to be perfect. Our speakers are real women who share stories for their real lives. We're here to encourage women, not to condemn anyone. Even those who have never set foot in a church feel comfortable at our conferences. Relationships: Connecting with God and with each other. At Women of Faith we believe that God wants a personal relationship with him. At a Women of Faith conference you'll have a chance to connect with other women.Over the course of the conference you'll have the opportunity to:- Renew your spirit with messages of hope and humor from the Women of Faith speaker team- Recharge you spiritual batteries with drama that tickles you funny bone and touches you heart- Rejoice with music from top Christian artists- Reconnect with God and each other as the WOF worship team leads an arena full of women in praise to God.- Revitalize you life with resources that will help keep the conference alive all year- Relax in the comforting knowledge that God loves you - right where you are.

Friday Night:

5:30 - doors open

7:00 - Infitnite Grace Conference Opening

9:30 - EndSaturday

8:00 - doors open

9:00 - Session 1

10:30 - Break

11:00 - Session 2

12:30 - Lunch Break

1:30 - Session 3

3:00 - Session 4

5:00 - End

Tickets cost $75.00 at the door or $65.00 Early bird if you register on line at womenoffaith.com.Also, TONS more information about the conference can be found at womenoffaith.com.If you are interested in going, inviting a neighbor or friend - we can all carpool together. There is a sign up sheet at church or email me with questions.

Click Here for Quicken Loans Arena Event Details

Click Here for Women of Faith Webpage

Click Here for Registration page

Click Here for Brochure

Info for Midwest Campers

Dear Midwest campers,

For anyone who is interested, a few afternoon activities are being planned to get together and fellowship. These activities will take place in the lobby of Rousch Hall at 2 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday during camp week. On Tuesday we will play Bunco, a great mixer game. On Wednesday, there will be a recipe exchange. Please bring 20 copies of a favorite recipe or two (with your name on the copies) and we'll share and expand our menus. On Thursday we'll have a book discussion. Please bring book titles or authors you've enjoyed. (We will not be reading or sharing the book The Shack) These activities are geared toward women, but ANYONE is invited, including men and teen and young adult women. See you then!

See you then! Liz Bocka ebocka@juno.com

http://vesperlake.org/events/MidWestCamp/MidWestCamp.htm

Updated Vesper Webpage

http://vesperlake.org/staff.htm
Staff webpage now has Sarah Koehler the Admin Assistant's bio, but not yet the photo. I also added Elders.

http://vesperlake.org/sermons.htm
I added a Sermons section to download the PowerPoint of the sermons.

http://vesperlake.org/events.htm
Events pages is updated with info about Bike Trip, Midwest Camp, and Women of Faith Conference

http://vesperlake.org/events/Africa07/africa.htm
Updated Africa container webpage with pictures/slideshow from PPT......with those captions

http://vesperlake.org/events/Kenya/Kenya.htm
Kenya has pictures/slideshow of Kenya with bible verses for captions

Sunday 7/13 Biking Practice

Sunday 7/13/08 after church, bring food, recectional clothes, and bikes to church to practice biking for the Bike Trip to Midwest Camp.

Sunday Morning Announcement by Zoli

Lost and Found

On Sunday evening after fireworks the following items were found: a red and white blanket, a dark plaid blanket with rubber backing, and a big multi-colored umbrella.Also, on Monday two blue beach towels were left at Bluebird Lake.If any of these items are yours (or you know to whom they belong) please let me know.

Thanks~ Deb C

Family Swim Day 7/02/08

Ok, let's try this again! Since today's weather was less-than-enjoyable, we are going to have ANOTHER FAMILY SWIM DAY ON WEDNESDAY (July 2nd). The weather is looking great- sunny and 85:) This is for everyone ages 1 day to 100 years, so join us at 11:00 at Bluebird Lake. Remember to bring your lunch and all your beach goodies.

Call Patty Emich for more info.

ATTENTION MIDWEST CAMP BIKERS!!!

I know this is late notice but we are having a practice bike trip this Sunday, June 29th at 1:00. We will eat lunch at church (pack your own) and then head over to the Steidl's. We would like to leave Steidl's by 1:15 to start biking. You need to bring your own bike ( in working order and have a spare tube), your own lunch, water bottle and helmet and a few dollars for McDonald (that is our 1/2 way stop). We will only be using the Steidl home for water (to fill your own bottle) and the rest room. Please come prepared for a fun afternoon. Please be reminded that this is for people who are biking to camp or would like to bike for fun.

Any questions, Call ZOLI

Sunday 6/29 and Monday 6/30 Annoucements

FAMILY FELLOWSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT!
Adult Fellowship for this month has been changed to FAMILY FELLOWSHIP! We will be tail-gating THIS SUNDAY, JUNE 29TH AT 8:00 p.m. in the Rosemont Commons parking lot, in front of Petsmart and Michaels. Bring your lawn chairs, cards, frisbees, etc..., and munchies to share (please bring your own drinks). The evening will conclude with the annual 4th of July fireworks display~ 'beginning around 10:00 p.m.' says the City of Fairlawn. Hope everyone can make this fun event!

BONUS ANNOUNCEMENT!
All kids and their moms (and dads too!) are invited to Bluebird Lake for a day of swimming and fun on Monday, June 30th. This is for everyone, so if you're looking for something fun to do during the summer break then plan on joining us at 11:00 a.m. Please bring a sack lunch along with your beach towels, sunscreen, floaties/life jackets, beach toys, and anything else you like to do at the beach. And most importantly, don't forget your swimsuit! Call Patty Emich if you have any questions.

Sunday Morning Services Share Africa Experiences

Thank you all for your support of our Africa Trip and our team. We have been truly blessed by your prayers and gifts that made our trip possible. We are excited that we have an opportunity to be a blessing to you by sharing our experiences with you this Sunday in two different services. Sunday morning our worship service will be a little different- with a testimony by Susan, a short challenge from the Word of God combined with experiences from his trip by Brother Jacob, and a short challenge from the Word of God and applications learned from his trip by Pastor Brad. Then in the evening service (at 6:30 p.m.) we will have all 7 of the team members share what God taught them from the trip. Please come and join us for one or both of these services as we worship together because we know your heart will be blessed, your spirit challenged and your knowledge of God's work deepened.

~Africa Team

Small Group that Meets Sundays 9am

The small group that meets on Sunday mornings at 9:00 am, taught by Mark G, will be taking the summer off. The class will resume on Sunday, September 7th.

Will Be Youth Group Sunday 5/25/08

There WILL be Sunday morning class for the Youth Group at 9 am this Sunday the 25th.

Thanks, Mark & Jonelle P

Workers Needed to Tear Out Carpet

Workers are needed at Janet G's house this week to help tear out old carpet and move furniture. The work should take about an hour each evening. Tuesday @ 6:30 p.m. Wednesday @ 9:00 p.m. Thursday @ 6:30 p.m. Please call Zoli if you are able to help any of these evenings. Also, let him know if you are able to haul old carpeting to the church dumpster. Thank you.

Member's Meeting June 1st

We are excited to announce a short member's meeting directly following our morning service on June 1st. Starting around 11:45 am we will have a short update on our search for an administrative assistant as well as voting to affirm two new elders: Michael M and Jim B. All Vesper Lake Bible Fellowship members are welcome to attend, discuss, and vote.

Please be in prayer for these issues as vote your conscience in faith (anything not of faith is sin - Rom 14:23.) We will also be announcing the meeting for the next 2 Sunday mornings. If you have any questions you'd like addressed before the meeting, please don't hesitate to call one of our pastors or elders (Mike M, Zoli C, and Steve An - Brad & Jacob will be in Africa from 5/15-5/29).

Thanks so much for being a great part of what God is doing at Vesper Lake!

Free Tickets Akron Aeros with a Book

On June 11th This City Reads will partner with the Akron Aeros to support literacy efforts throughout the Summit County. Bring a new or gently used children's book to the stadium on or prior to the game day. The Akron Aeros will exchange each book for one free ticket to the June 11th game. There is no limit to the number of free tickets distributed to donors. Books will be distributed through Readers at Risk to kids in need.