Sunday School Teachers

ATTENTION ALL SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS:There are four teacher's guides for each class. Please feel free to take the teacher's guide home with you the week prior to your class but do return it back to the class room. If you feel you do not need to take a book home, let Dan Kovacevic know so that another teacher can use it. Also, be aware that the same teacher's guides are used every 2 years. If we take care of them, we will only need to order children's activity books in the future.

October Adult Fellowship

OCTOBER ADULT FELLOWSHIP:Calling all chefs, chili conniseurs and chili lovers! This Saturday at 6:00 p.m., bring your favorite chili, make it a double batch and we promise you can take home the leftovers. If you would rather bring something sweet, we're easy to please. Call or e-mail Janelle at 330-665-9626 or btemich@verizon.net to let her know what you'll be bringing. Don't forget your hearty appetites!

Sunday School Meeting 11/25 after morning service

This Sunday (11/25) immediately following our morning worship service, there will be a brief meeting in the sanctuary for all current Sunday School teachers and all others who have an interest in serving and helping out in the Sunday School. Dan Kovacevic will be leading the brief meeting.

If you would like to serve and help out in the Sunday School but are unable to be at the meeting this Sunday, please e-mail Dan Kovacevic directly BEFORE Sunday and let him know about your interest. Dan's e-mail address is dankovacevic@sbcglobal.net and he looks forward to meeting with all of you this Sunday. Thanks in advance for your consideration in serving the youth of our church, and do not forget to pray for them and for those who are teaching and shepherding them each and every week!

Deuteronomy 6:4-7 - "4 Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God, the LORD is one. 5 You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. 6 And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart. 7 You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise."

Sunday School Format Change

Starting the first Sunday in November, there will be a format change for the Sunday School children ages 4, 5, K through 4th-6th grade so they can practice for a Christmas Program. All children will start Sunday School with their teachers in their classrooms at 10:00. Teachers will greet their children and take attendance until 10:10. All teachers will then escort their class to the fellowship hall to practice for the Christmas program. We are asking that the teachers stay with the children during the practice. Immediately following the practice, teachers will escort their children back to the Sunday school wing and teach their normal lessons. Thanks are extended to Debbie Capper and Tracy Csaky for taking on this responsibility.

Dan Kovacevic

Ladies Night Out Changed to 10/22 @ 7pm

Ladies Night Out has been moved to Thursday, Oct. 22nd at 7 p.m. at Rockne's. All ladies are welcome to attend.

Susan Kroslak Baby Shower 10/15 @7pm

Please come celebrate with us! There will be a baby shower for Susan Kroslak on Thursday, Oct. 15th at 7p.m. at the home of Nelda DiRocco. If you have any questions, please contact Nanette Maletich , njmaletich@sssnet.com.

Youth Group Harvest Party 10/11 @ 5pm

Everyone ages 7th grade-12th grade are invited to our Harvest Party this coming Sunday, Oct. 11th starting at 5 p.m. located at the Keiper's house. We will be combining with Ontario's youth group for a bonfire, food and games, worship and fellowship.

Bike Trip Cancelled 10/4

The bike trip for tomorrow, Oct. 4, has been canceled to due the inclement weather forecast. An announcement will be made if a date is picked to reschedule.

Men's Night Out Thurs 9/24 @ 7pm

MNO is a game night at the Thompson's home tomorrow night at 7pm. Menu (so far) includes: Crab dip, smoked oysters, scallop and shrimp fettuccine, mushrooms, fruit bowl, fried walleye and dessert!! If you are interested in attending, please contact Brett ASAP and leave a message.

Rummage Sale 9/19 8am-4pm

WE WILL BE HAVING OUR RUMMAGE SALE! Thanks to all who brought in items! If you still have anything you would like to be sold at the rummage sale, please call Sarah at 330-608-9494. We are also looking for help tomorrow afternoon. If you are able to volunteer anytime in the afternoon, please let us know. We also need a crew to help with clean up at 4pm. If you are able, please call Sarah. Be sure to invite anyone you think may enjoy a good rummage sale. There will be lots of fun for kids too! (face painting, popcorn and snack stations...). The sale will be in our front yard from 8am- 4pm.

Men's Night Out 9/24 @ 7pm

MEN'S NIGHT OUT will be at the Thompson's house on Thursday, Sept. 24th at 7pm. Mark your calendars! More details TBA.

Pig Roast Activiates 9/6-9/7

This Saturday from 5-10pm, there will be a Pre-Pig Roast Party for all those in 7th grade- young adults. There will be a time of fellowship, open mic, and worship. Dinner will be provided. Be sure to invite friends coming in from out of town for the Pig Roast! Please contact Pastor Brad if you are interested in participating in the open mic.

Just as a reminder, we are also having a Pre- Pig Roast Camp out this Saturday, starting around 7 p.m. Join us if you are a father/son or any guy for a campfire and games, feel free to bring a tent to camp out later on or sleep in the church. Bring any snacks and/or games, smores for the fire will be provided.

We look forward to seeing everyone as well for the Pig Roast starting at 3:30 p.m this Sunday, supporting Brydges Orphanage in Kenya, Africa. Any questions contact Jacob Kroslak.

Church Meeting 9/13 @ 7pm

There will be a church meeting to further discuss the possible merger with TSIC on Sunday, Sept. 13th @ 7pm. Childcare will be provided. All are welcome to attend. If you have any questions, please contact an elder.

WOL Registration starts 9/6

WOL Registration for VLBF's Wednesday evening WOL program has begun! Sign up before and after morning services in the foyer. There will be nursery supervision for ages 0 - 2, Gopher Buddies for ages 3, 4, 5 and Kindergarten, and Olympians for grades 1 - 6. The Olympians require a QUIET TIME book which costs $20 (25% discount for multiple family members). Sign up your child, grandchild, neighbor or friend now. Our goal is reaching youth whose needs constantly change with Biblical truths that never changes.

MOMS Group Meeting 9/11 @ 9:30am

We will be having our M.O.M.S. Group planning meeting on Friday, Sept. 11th at 9:30 a.m. at the home of Janelle Emich. We'll be making up our schedule for the year so come prepared with any fun ideas for our once-a-month outings! If you have any questions you can call Janelle or Sarah K! Hope to see you there!

Labor of Love Run 9/7 @ 9am

This Monday at 9am, VLBF Ladies' Running Group will be running in the Labor of Love Run in Akron, starting at The Chapel on Fir Hill. Everyone is welcome to come and support them!

Ministry Planning Meeting 8/30

This is just a reminder that our ministry planning meeting is THIS SUNDAY, Aug. 30th immediately following our morning service. Lunch will be provided and some of the older kids whose parents are attending the meeting have offered to watch the younger ones in the Sunday school wing.

Please meet in the fellowship hall, grab your lunch and find a seat. The meeting will start promptly at 12 noon. Since this is the first meeting, and all the ministries need to be covered, please try to limit your content (i.e. updates, ministry overview, scheduling, etc.) to around 5 minutes per ministry. Please come prepared with your information and 20 copies of anything you would like passed out. If you have something that you would like me to copy, please send it to me via email by Friday morning.

Let me know if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you all for what you do! It is a

pleasure to serve our Lord beside you!

Tentative Agenda for Meeting

11:45 pm: Enter/Pizza/Fellowship
12:00 pm: Opening Prayer /Explanation

1. General Calendar: Sarah Koehler
   
2. Music: Brian and Janelle Emich/Jerry Emich
   
3. Sunday School: Dan Kavocevic
   
4. Word of Life: Mike and Nanette Maletich
   
5. Missions: Jacob and Susan Kroslak
   
6. Youth Group: Brad Horner
   
7. Kitchen: Sherri Kroslak/Tracy Csaky
   
8. College and Career: Michael Mrdjanov/Brad Horner/Zoli and Sherri Csepe
   
9. Women’s Ministry: Suzi Hrubik/Nanette Maletich
   
10. Prayer Ministry: Jacob Kroslak
    
11. Adult Fellowship: Jerry and Patty Emich
    
12. MOM’s Group: Deb Capper
    
13. Deacons: Travis Capper
    
14. Leadership Team: Jacob Kroslak

1:30 pm: Questions/Comments/Wrap Up
2:30 pm: Closing Prayer

Rummage Sale 9/18 8am-4pm

Saturday Sept 19th 8am-4pm, sponsored by VLBF Ladies LETS GO Ministries, located on VLBF's front lawn. All proceeds go towards VLBF youth missions.

Donations Needed:

• Tools
• Toys
• Baby clothes
• Good condition household items
• Candy, Baked goods, and Canned pop

Workers Needed:

• People to help setup before and tear down after the sale
• People to man the tables for sell
• People to help face paint
• People to sell baked goods, candy, and pop

Please contact Nanette Maletich or Suzi Hrubik for info or if you can help out or donate. You can also drop off your donations after Sunday church at our garage in the back of the parking lot.

Church Meeting 9/13 @ 7pm

There will be a church meeting to further discuss the possible merger with TSIC on Sunday, Sept. 13th @ 7pm. Childcare will be provided. All are welcome to attend. If you have any questions, please contact an elder.

Pig Roast Sign Up and Help Needed 9/6

PIG ROAST/Teen Fellowship Night Sign up to help with our Annual Pig Roast on Sunday, September 6th! Sign-ups are located in the church foyer. There will be a youth group fellowship night on Saturday, September 5th. All jr. and sr. highers are invited to attend this fun night of fellowship, worship, and open mic time! Please pass the word on to friends in town for the Pig Roast and from school!

New Birth Meals for Cappers and Pavkovs 8/26

Let's celebrate God's newest blessings to our church, Ava Genevieve Capper and Hannah Joy Pavkov, by blessing their parents with meals! There will be sign up sheets in the foyer on Sunday.

WOL Registration 8/30

WORD OF LIFE Registration for VLBF's Wednesday evening WOL children's program begins Sunday, August 30, 2009. Sign up before and after morning services in the foyer. There will be nursery supervision for ages 0 - 2, Gopher Buddies for ages 3, 4, 5 and Kindergarten, and Olympians for grades 1 - 6. The Olympians require a QUIET TIME book which costs $20 (25% discount for multiple family members). Sign up your child, grandchild, neighbor or friend now. Our goal is reaching youth whose needs constantly change with Biblical truths that never changes.

Adult Fellowship 8/29

There will be an Adult Fellowship activity of hiking followed by a dinner this Saturday, August 29. We are meeting in the parking lot at 3:00 p.m. at Whipps Ledges in Hinckley Reservation to hike. At 5:00 p.m. everyone will meet at the home of Jeremiah and Cheryl Dillon for a cookout. Please bring either a side dish or dessert. Meat, soda, and paper products will be provided. RSVP by August 28.

WOL meeting Thursday 8/20 @ 7:30pm

For all those who would like to help grow up our children in the Lord, please prayerfully consider attending a WOL planning meeting for the 2009-2010. Thursday, August 20, 2009. The meeting will start promptly at 7:30 p.m. at Jerry & Patti Emich's home.

Member Meeting 8/23 @ 7pm

The packet attached to this email is intended to aid in your preparation for our Member’s Meeting, scheduled for Sunday, August 23rd, at 7:00 p.m.

Please look through all enclosed documents. Compare and evaluate The Sanctuary In Christ documents and the current Vesper Lake Bible Fellowship documents. Included is also an explanation of the “Top Ten Things You See in a Church Merger”.

Deacon nominee, Steven Isak’s bio is also included for your reference.

We will be voting for his potential new role at the meeting. If you have any concerns or questions that can be addressed prior to the meeting, please contact an elder. Please come prepared with any questions you have regarding the potential merger.

PDF Member Meeting Packet

Word Memeber Meeting Packet

Bulletin Printing by 8/19

Sarah will be out of the office beginning this Wednesday, Aug. 19th- Monday, Aug.24th. If you need anything printed in the bulletin or prepared for this Sunday, Aug. 23rd, please let Sarah Koehler know by tomorrow afternoon.

Workers Needed for Nursery Sunday Mornings

We are in need of nursery help on Sundays during the AM service. If you are able to help, please contact Sherri Csepe.

Girl Only Swim Party 8/22 @ 4pm

There will be a Girls Only Swim Party THIS Saturday beginning at 4:00 p.m. at Patty Emich's house for all youth group girls. Dinner and snacks will be provided. Contact Ashley Gruich at with any questions.

Help Needed for Family Night Sunday 8/9 @ 5:30pm

We are looking for four people to help with family night this week (Sunday 8/9 @ 5:30 p.m.) Please contact Sherri as soon as possible if you can help.

Family Night Camp Wrap-Up 8/9 @ 5:30pm

This Sunday night, Aug. 9th, at 5:30 p.m. we will be having a family night and followed by a camp wrap-up in the pavilion. This will be a great time to share testimonies and hear about what God did at MW Camp this year! Please bring a dish to share. All are welcome to attend!

Planning Meeting 8/6 @ 7pm

Interested in helping to build God's Kingdom? God will surely bless you and the children. Come to the WOL planning meeting: Thursday August 6, 2009 at 7 p.m. Located at Jerry & Patti Emich's house. Bring a snack or dessert. Drinks will be provided.Any questions, please contact Mike Maletich.

Ladies Day at the Lake 8/6 @ 11am

Ladies Day at The Lake!!!!! Tomorrow: Thursday @ 11:00 Bring your kids and friends for a day of swimming, fishing, fun and fellowship at Blue Bird Lake located off Conestoga Dr. in Copley. Pack a lunch and bring beach chairs, sand toys, and fishing poles if you like. Hope you can come!!!! ( any questions call Patty Emich)

RUMMAGE SALE 9/19

RUMMAGE SALE coming up on Saturday, September 19th taking place our church front lawn. This is a great time to clean out, pare down and simplify your life. Furniture, tools, toys, housewares, baby/children's clothing are good sellable items. Proceeds are earmarked for teen missions and more information will be forthcoming. If you would like to help see Nanette Maletich or Suzi Hrubik.

Members Meeting 8/23 @ 7pm

There will be a duly called members meeting the evening of August 23rd at 7:00 p.m. We will be discussing the possibility of a merger with The Sanctuary In Christ and voting on potential Deacon candidate Steve Isak. Please make every effort to attend. If you have questions that can be answered prior to the meeting, please do so by contacting an elder.This Sunday, August 9th The Sanctuary In Christ has graciously agreed to come and celebrate Sunday worship services with us. Stan Milovancev will be filling our pulpit this Sunday. They have canceled their services and are bringing their congregation to fellowship with us. Please make them feel welcomed to our service and get to know them as they are here.

Need Volunteer for Sunday Mornings

We are looking for volunteers to be on a rotation to sit with Bill Hrubik on Sunday mornings so that our sister, Tiny, will be able to fellowship and worship with us during our Sunday morning services. If you are interested in serving in this way, please respond to this email and include your contact information.

WOL Meeting Wed 8/6 @ 7pm

Word of Life is our Wednesday night children's program at Vesper Lake Bible Fellowship. Interested in helping to build God's Kingdom? God will surely bless you and the children! Come to the WOL planning meeting:

When: Thursday August 6, 2009 @ 7 p.m.

Where: Jerry & Patti Emich's

Who: Everyone is welcome to attend!

To Bring: Please bring a snack or dessert, drinks will be provided.

Any questions, please contact Mike Maletich.

Members meeting 8/23 @ 7pm

There will be a duly called members meeting the evening of August 23rd at 7:00 p.m. We will be discussing the possibility of a merger with The Sanctuary In Christ and voting on potential Deacon candidate Steve Isak. Please make every effort to attend. If you have questions that can be answered prior to the meeting, please do so by contacting an elder.

July 26th, August 2nd and August 9th The Sanctuary In Christ has graciously agreed to come and celebrate Sunday worship services with us. Brothers Petar Nenadov and Stan Milovancev will be filling our pulpit these Sundays. They have canceled their services and are bringing their congregation to fellowship with us. Please make them feel welcomed to our service and get to know them as they are here.

Camp Registration Wed 6/22 @ 6:30pm

We will be having a camp registration work night THIS Wednesday night (July 22nd) at 6:30 p.m. at the church. We could use all the help we can get so please feel free to come whenever you are able! Please respond to this email if you have any questions.

WOL Meeting Thurs 8/6 @ 7pm

Interested in helping build God's kingdom with our children and their friends at VLBF? There are heavenly rewards for all. Plan on attending a WOL planning meeting on Thursday, August 6, 7 p.m. at Patti and Jerry Emich's home. Exercise your gifts as we work together for His honor and glory! Bring a snack or dessert. Drinks will be provided. Any questions contact Mike Maletich.

Young Adult Camping 8/14-8/16

Hello YOUNG ADULTS! MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

We are planning our annual camping trip!! August 14th-16th... two night stay at West Branch State Park.

Our camp sites are 73 and 74. We're not quite sure on price yet, but probably around $15-$20 per person. If you are interested in helping plan or if you have any ideas... pass them along!

Letter from VLBF Leadership Team 7/12

Dear Friends,

As a church, we have experienced a major conflict with our former pastor, Steve Andrews. Using the principles of reconciliation as outlined in Scripture, the Leadership Team had the opportunity to work with three volunteer conciliators who have been trained through Peacemaker Ministries and to take the steps to reconcile with both Steve and Julie Andrews. We have learned much about living out Matthew 18:15-17 as well as better communication and Biblical peacemaking principles. We, the Leadership Team, Steve, and Julie collectively, have also learned how to grow to be more like Christ through confession, repentance, and forgiveness.

Steve and Julie Andrews have voluntarily worked very hard with two of the conciliators for the past six months. They have recognized areas of sin in which they have wounded individuals and the congregation as a whole. They have met with the Leadership Team members both individually and as a whole to confess and be reconciled. The Leadership Team, individually and collectively, has forgiven Steve and Julie of those sins and has reconciled their relationships with Steve and Julie. At this time, Steve and Julie, with the Leadership Team’s full support, would like to speak to the congregation at Vesper Lake Bible Fellowship to humbly confess their sin so that there may be healing through confession, repentance, and forgiveness.

The Leadership Team, likewise, has worked diligently over the past six months with the conciliators in Biblical peacemaking principles. We have recognized areas of sin in which we have also wounded individuals and the congregation as a whole. We have met with Steve and Julie both individually and as a whole to confess and be reconciled. The Leadership Team will also take this opportunity to confess sin that the Lord has revealed to them.

We praise God for what has taken place in each of our lives as well as Steve and Julie’s lives. We encourage you to join us on Sunday, July 19, 2009, during our morning worship service to see God glorified through this time of confession, repentance, and forgiveness as an act of worship.

VLBF Leadership Team,

• Jim Burkett
• Zoltan Csepe
• Joe DiRocco
  
• Brad Horner
• Jacob Kroslak
• Mike Maletich
  
• Michael Mrdjanov

Young Adult Bible Study Change for 7/6

We are planning to do some work at the Kovacevic's old house on Monday night to bless them during our regular Bible study time. If you can make it any earlier, Dan should be at the house by around 6 pm. We will be painting and prepping their house to sell. So the plan is to meet this Monday at Kovacevic's old house at 7pm: 317 Dennison AveAkron 44312. Looking forward to serve with you!

Sarah Koeler

New VLBF Bible Study on 7/20

Coming Soon: Home Bible Study on Marriage
Please consider joining us for an in-depth Bible study on the topic of marriage and a rich time of fellowship and friendship!

Starting on July 20th we will begin a home based study using the book and study guide entitled “Sacred Marriage” by Gary Thomas (see book description attached).

From the 20th on we will be meeting every other week at either Jerry and Patti Emich’s home or Jim and Roslyn Burkett’s home where child care will be provided. We will meet on Monday evenings from 6:45 to 8:30.

The Bible study will be limited (due to space considerations and group dynamics) to a small group of no more than six couples. If there are more couples who are interested we will try to begin a second study or have a waiting list for another study in the new year.

For those who are considering joining us please note that as a group we would expect a commitment to attend each session and complete the reading and study guide assignments. If you have any questions regarding the study or to sign up please contact Jim or Roslyn Burkett or Jerry and Patti Emich

Practice Bike Trip/Family Fellowship Night 6/28

THIS SUNDAY, June 28th right after morning worship, there will be a practice for this year's bike trip. Those interested should pack a lunch. We will eat at church and leave shortly there after--bike to the Keipers and then bike back. If you're not planning to go on the bike trip but would like to ride you are welcome to join us. Children must be 13 years or older or if under 13 they must be accompanied by an adult. If you have any questions you can contact Zoli Csepe.

This Sunday at 8:00 p.m. there will also be a Family Fellowship Night. We will be meeting in the parking lot of Michael's Craft Store in Fairlawn to watch the fireworks. The fireworks usually start around 10:00 p.m., depending on the weather. Feel free to bring any snacks that your family may want, lawn chairs, and games to play. See you there!

Bakers and Brownie Makers Needed

Calling all bakers and brownie makers. We need you! Vesper Lake is in charge of evening fellowship time at Midwest Camp, which includes providing a snack. If you are interested in donating your time and freezer space, please see Janet Gauthier. We may schedule a baking day before camp if possible, otherwise it would be at your leisure in your home. Any questions, please contact Janet at in the evenings.

Ladies Night OUt Casa Del Rio Coupons

For anyone attending Ladies Night Out... Casa Del Rio has coupons on their website. Go to www.casadelriowadsworth.com and click on the coupons link.

(Thanks to Lois Lumsden for the heads up!)

Project Shine 6/21-26

Project Shine 2009 June 21^st-26^th

This year we have 7 going in the Youth Group to Project Shine. Project Shine is a local missions trip we do each year to work in the Kenmore area of Akron. We will be painting houses, both inside and out, small construction projects, and yard work to the residents in need. This is a great way to minister the Gospel of our Lord through service to our extended community. We have built relationships with Project Shine over the last four years and are looking forward to a great week this summer. There is a cost of $175 each for the students going and we are seeking to raise this money at our dinner. Prayerfully consider donating to our God by giving our teens the opportunity to serve Him at Project Shine. For more information on Project Shine check out www.projectshineakron.org.

Youth Group Fund Raiser Dinner 6/14

I would like to invite you to our Youth Group’s Fund Raiser Dinner. Come and enjoy a dinner made, prepared and served by our teens who are heading to Project Shine in three weeks. After Dinner there will be testimony from teens on previous service projects followed by a teaching by Pastor Brad.

Date: June 14^th, 2009

Time: 5:30-7:30pm

Location: VLBF Fellowship Hall

Early Mid West Camp Registration Ends 6/13

Take advantage of the early registration discounts for Midwest Camp –

mail your registration materials by June 13 to take advantage of the $25 early registration discount.

Midwest Camp 2009

When God’s People Pray

Huntington University

Huntington, Indiana

July 27^th – August 2nd, 2009

Registration materials are available at: www.midwestcamp.org

Adult Fellowship 6/28 Fireworks

The next Adult Fellowship (but for the family) will be on Sunday evening, June 28 for the Fairlawn fireworks. We usually meet in the parking lot by Michael's Craft Store around 8. More details to come soon.

Ladies Night Out 6/25 7pm

The next Ladies Night Out on Thursday, June 25 at 7:00 p.m. at Casa del Rio in Wadsworth.

Family Night Sunday 6/7

There WILL BE a Family Night and Pastoral Teaching this Sunday night at VLBF. The Family Night will be in the fellowship hall beginning at 5:00 p.m. and the teaching will be from 6:30-7:30 p.m. We will be starting a series entitled "But who do you say I am..." with Michael Mrdjanov.

VLBF Quarterly Planning Meetings 6/1

In an effort to be more effective and efficient in our communication as a church, we will be having quarterly planning meetings.

The goal of the meetings includes:

• Create a calendar that would provide a form of consistency and accountability for VLBF
• Unite the ministries of our church
• Become a more inclusive church for newcomers
• Encourage the various ministry leaders
• Involve the elders and other lay leadership of the church in clear, purposeful goal setting regarding programming
• Reduce time spent on programming for the leadership team
• Communicate more effectively and efficiently to the elders, volunteers, and congregation

The meetings will be planned two months prior to the new quarter; which means that the first meeting will be in August to plan for the fall quarter- October, November, December.

We would like each of you- ministry heads of VLBF to come prepared with a three month calendar for your ministry, including tentative event and meeting dates, times, deadlines, location, goals and objectives, and any other pertinent information regarding your ministry for those three months. In addition, the Leadership Team representative will come prepared with sermons, speakers, evening service schedule, member's meetings, and any special initiatives.

It is important for every ministry to have at least one representative at each planning meeting.

The various ministries are:

• Music- Brian and Jonelle Emich/Jerry Emich
• Sunday School- Dan Kavocevic
• Word of Life- Mike/Nanette Maletich
• Missions- Jacob/Susan Kroslak
• Youth Group- Brad Horner
• Deacons- Travis Capper
• Kitchen- Sherri Kroslak/Tracy Csaky
• Young Adults- Michael Mrdjanov/Brad Horner/Zoli and Sherri Csepe,
• Women's Ministry- Suzi Hrubik/Nanette Maletich
• Prayer Ministry- Jacob Kroslak
• Adult Fellowship- Jerry/Patty Emich
• Leadership Team
• MOMs group- Deb Capper

In addition, Sarah will bring a completed "annual events" calendar for things such as the pig roast, camp, etc. (but please do not assume any event pertaining to your individual ministry as "annual". Please place it on your calendar).

Sarah will facilitate the meetings, schedule and plan them, and be responsible for follow up initiatives and the master calendar, which you will receive accessibility to after the first meeting.

Proposed dates for the meeting are:

• Saturday AM- August 8th
• Sunday, after church- August 9th
• Saturday AM- August 15th
• Sunday, after church- August 16th
• Saturday AM- August 29th
• Sunday, after church- August 30th

Please respond to this email as soon as possible with any of the above dates you CANNOT make. After we hear from everyone, we will send out a final date and time with more specifics.

If you have any questions regarding meeting specifics, please contact Sarah at the church.

Thank you all for your willingness to serve!

The VLBF Leadership Team

"And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another- and all the more as you see the Day approaching." Hebrews 10: 24-25

Workers Needed Family Night 6/7

The church is looking for people to serve at the next family night. It will be Sunday, June 7th at 5 p.m. We can talk about it Monday night, but if you're able to help, please let Sarah know!
Thanks!

Last Ladies' Prayer Meeting 6/2

Tuesday, June 2nd will be the last Ladie's prayer meeting at Nelda DiRocco's. It will be from 1-2 p.m. Childcare is provided.

Camp Lesson Planning 5/30 9am

The next Camp Lesson planning meeting is this Saturday, the 30th at 9:00am at Brian and Janelle Emich's house. Breakfast will be provided.

Camp Meeting Sunday 5/31 after service

Camp Staff,

We will be meeting directly after church Sunday morning to see how everyone is progressing with their responsibilities. Everyone should be 80%-90% completedwith their assignments! Please all department heads have an outline ready topresent to the staff with updates and concerns. This will hopefully be a shortbut sweet meeting. This is "crunch" time and we HAVE to be ready, thanks foreveryones efforts so far! God will truly bless you in a special way. If you haveany questions please contact me! ! Also, those with DVD's/books please bring them to the meeting!
Jerry

Teen Mom Needs Help 5/26

I was informed that one of our teen moms is really struggling with money problems right now. She's 17 years old and 32 weeks pregnant. She recently got married to the father of her baby and although he has a job at Taco Bell they're really struggling to make ends meet. They have no food... they're car is having mechanical problems and I'm sure they're having a tough time paying bills etc. If you could just send this to everyone you know... maybe someone would be called to give to this young family. If they are you can just put them in contact with me and I'll meet them or do whatever is necessary to get the items to the teens. Any help of any kind whether it be money, gift cards, food, help with their car troubles... anything would be such a big help and blessing to them. Thank you so much and I'll be praying this touches someones heart in some way or another.Rachael StoneTeen Moms coordinator(330) 352-2398

Need Piano Player for Sunday Mornings 5/18

Sandra Gruich is looking for a volunteer to play piano for hymns Sunday morning. Please contact her at msgruich@yahoo.com as soon as possible if you are interested.

Praise for APS Walkathon 5/16

• Akron Pregnancy Services Website
• Map and Info about the Walkathon
• Donor Sponsor Letter

Ladies Night Location/Time Change 5/23

Ladies' Night Out has been changed to Bravo. We will be meeting at 7:30 p.m. to accommodate the women's running group.

Greeters Needed

Hello Vesper Lakers,

I am putting together the Greeter List for the next quarter (June- August). Please check your calender for these next coming months and let me know what Sundays wont work for you. Also, if you participate in other Sunday morning tasks, remember that we send the enter schedule out together and we won't over schedule you tasks on a Sunday. The more people who volunteer to greet, the less time people will be scheduled to greet. All you need to do to greet is to show up @ 9:45am and pass out bulletins that are already prepared and welcome everyone in. Please respond to this email or call me within the next week to let me know when to not schedule you. Thank you,

David Mrdjanov

Child Care for Sunday Night Meeting Provided 5/17

There will be childcare on Sunday night for the congregational meeting. Because the meeting may last longer than a normal Sunday evening service, the children will be having a movie night. If you would like to provide a children's Christian DVD for the evening, please contact Deb Capper to let her know what you'll be bringing.

VLBF Congregational Meeting 5/17/09

This Sunday, we will be having a congregational meeting (change from the member's meeting- all are welcome to attend). We will be meeting at 6:30 pm. The agenda includes:

• Sanctuary in Christ Letter
• Search committee update
• Survey results and discussion about survey results
• Outreach discussion

Mother's Day Sunday 5/10

Reminder: This Sunday 5/10 is Mother's Day. Don't forget your Mother and bring her to church for a wonderful sermon.

Ladies - Pray Together 5/5

Attention Ladies...."Come to Me all you who labor and are heavy laden and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is Light." Matthew 11:28-30.I would like to invite all the ladies who are able to come on Tuesday, May 5th at 11:00-12:00 at our home to pray together. Everyone is welcome. Please let me know if I should provide child care. Looking forward to laying our burdens and praises at Jesus' feet together. Nelda DiRocco

Sunday Evening 5/3

Additionally, this Sunday evening we will be having ice cream sundaes. Please bring something other then a dessert to the potluck because dessert will be provided. We will be having ice cream following the pastoral teaching/prayer meeting. Thanks!

Reminder Survey due Sunday, 5/3

This Sunday, May 3rd is the last day to turn in your VLBF SURVEY 2009. You can find it on our website

http://vesperlake.org/Documents/Survey/survey.htm and I have also attached it to this email. There will also be copies located on the information table in the foyer. Please fill out the survey and drop it in the inbox located between the admin. office and the front door at the church. Also, this Sunday evening, we will be having a family night, which is a potluck, located in the fellowship hall at 5 p.m. All are welcome to attend. We will also be having a pastoral teaching led by Zoli Csepe at 6:30 p.m.

Women's Running Group Starting 5/17 6pm

Our Women's Running Group will be starting up on May 7th at 6:00 p.m. If you can walk a mile, you can run 5 miles with training and perseverance. Come for a time of fellowship and encouragement as we train to run the Labor of Love Run on Labor Day weekend. All ladies are welcome high school and above. Junior high girls are welcome but only accompanied by a guardian. Contact Chris Kovacevic with questions, or sign up in the foyer. Detailed information will be emailed to you directly.

APS Walkathon 5/16

APS Walkathon is quickly approaching. All the information and registration forms on our website by clicking these links:

http://vesperlake.org/events.htm

http://vesperlake.org/women.htm

If you have any questions or if you are interested in participating, please contact Nanette Maletich.

Member Testimonies Page

Testimonies are such a blessing and your story can really minister to others. We would love to post your testimony on the website. Please include how long you have been a member, how long you have been attending, and what you are involved in at church.

http://vesperlake.org/testimonies.htm

No Adult Fellowship Event for April

Due to scheduling conflicts, there will be no adult fellowship event this month.

Annoucements Sunday Morning 4/26

This Sunday there will be a baptism for Nick and Rosita Kovalchik at VLBF during the AM service.

Also, The Sanctuary of Christ congregation will be joining us this Sunday morning. Our guest speaker for the sermon is Stan Millvancev from the Sanctuary of Christ.

Following our AM service, there will be a church wide, cold cuts sandwich lunch in the Fellowship Hall. All are welcome to attend!**If you are able, please bring a dessert to share. **

There will also be a Camp planning meeting immediately following the service. Please meet directly in the Sunday school wing in the fireside room for a brief, 15 min. meeting before you get your lunch.

Members Please Fill out Survey by 5/3

Please fill out a survey to gather information on your thoughts of the pastor search and improvements for our church.

Click here to read the leadership team's announcement

Click here to fill out the survey

MidWest Camp Meeting Sunday 4/26 11:30am

There will be a camp meeting after Sunday after the AM service as well. Please grab your lunch and meet us in the fireside room on the Sunday school wing for a short meeting. All are welcome who are willing to help with camp planning.

If you have a book/dvd for the lesson planning, please try to go through it before our meeting and please bring them with you to the meeting. We are still in search of a lesson coordinator/facilitator for camp. If you are interested in serving in this way, please contact Jerry Emich Jr.

Whether you are able to help plan or not, please keep this time of preparation in your prayers.

Thanks!

Steve Bacelor Party 4/25 12pm @ Loyal Oak Golf Course

Everyone is invited to Steve's Bachelor party for some FUN! I will be hosting it on Saturday April 25th starting at 12:00 at Loyal Oak Golf Course (in Norton) for 18 holes of golf and then back to my house for food and games! If you can't make the golfing we will be back at my house (805 Dogwood Terrace Copley 44321) around 5:00 for food etc. Please rsvp at by Thursday 4/16 so I can make tee times! It looks like golf will run between $28-$30. Please bring a gift for Steve (you can be creative)!! See you then!

Jerry Emich

Easter Sunday Morning - NO BibleStudies But Breakfast

Sunday there will be a church wide breakfast hosted by the men of Vesper Lake. All are welcome to attend. Breakfast starts at 9:00 a.m.

There will be NO Sunday morning Bible studies or prayer meeting but everyone is welcome to the community breakfast. Easter Sunday service starts at 10:00 a.m.

Good Friday Service 4/10 7pm

Also, this is a reminder that we will be having a Good Friday service "What a Savior" TONIGHT starting at 7:00 p.m. at the church. All are welcome to attend.

Need Childcare Volunteers tonight 4/10

We are looking for people to volunteer for childcare tonight for out Good Friday service. If you are interested, please contact Mike Maletich at MDM32MAGIC@aol.com as soon as possible.

MidWest Camp Forms 4/8

All forms are located on the VLBF website for MidWest Camp... Please click on the link below

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

MidWest Camp Forms

Mid-West Camp 2009 Registration Forms

Mid-West Camp 2009 Medical Release Forms

The Bike Trip documents will be added later this week.

Bike Trip Info
Bike Trip Dress Code Info

-Webmaster - Suzi Hrubik

Spring Clean-Up at Church 4/18 8am

The annual spring clean-up has been scheduled for Saturday, April 18th at 8:00 am. There is a list of intended jobs attached and will be posted in the foyer. Items can also be completed anytime that week prior. Just cross out what is completed. If you have any questions, please ask Bob Csaky (Indoor Maintenance), Dan Kroslak (Outdoor Maintenance), or any one of the deacons. Thanks for your help.

Clean up Jobs document will be added on the VLBF events website later this week

http://vesperlake.org/events.htm
http://vesperlake.org/Documents/2009%20Spring%20Cleanup.pdf

Young Life Selling Mulch

Young Life is selling mulch this year by the yard or by the bag. By the yard will be delivered to your home with a yard starting at $18.95 Bags are $3.75 each and orders over 10 will be deliverd free within a 10 mile radius of Wadsworth or they can be picked up at Northside Christain Church in Wadsworth on April 25th. I will have information and order forms in the table in the foyer. This is a fund raiser to help kids go to camp this summer. Please let me know the bag orders as soon as possible, bulk orders can be ordered at any time.

Ruth Kovacs

Letter from Harry See 4/8

“I almost thank our God on every remembrance of you.” (Phil. 1: 3)?How could I miss quote my life verse? As resurrection Sunday approaches I am sending you this message to be an encouragement to us all and allow God's Holy Spirit to lead us all up to the altar of sacrifice so we may be reconciled with our Creator and Savior and our fellow brothers and sisters.

Since the beginning of the year I haven't been able to fellowship with you as much as I would have liked. I greatly miss our time together. I miss talking with you directly but I heard through the grape vine that some of you have had something against your brothers on the leadership team; either not liking the way things were done or the way things were explained and have come to seek out another fellowship.

As your brother in Christ and the father of four children it is extremely difficult for me to explain to my children why you've left. I've been asked "Don't they believe in Jesus anymore?” or “Don't they like our church?”. Jesus said, “But I tell you that anyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment…Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you, leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to your brother; then come and offer your gift.” (Matt. 5: 22-24) and “In the same way, let your life shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your father in heaven”. (Matt. 5:16)

This is the week of Good Friday. Satan is having a party over things that should never divide us. The believers are treating people they work with better then there brothers and sisters in Christ. I'm praying for you on a continual basis. This Friday and Sunday we come together to worship God our Savior. By our actions we tell who we serve. You have to serve somebody, who will it be?

With Christian love,

Harry See

“I thank our God on every remembrance of you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” Phil. 1: 3-6

No WOL Children's Program 4/15

There will be NO Wednesday Word of Life children's program for children 6th grade and below on the 8th and the 15th due to spring break. There will also be NO Wednesday Ladies' Bible study this week

Family Night Sunday 4/5

Family Night this Sunday at 5 p.m. followed at 6:30 p.m. by a short lesson and prayer meeting lead by Zoli Csepe

Love Meals for Teen Moms Needed

Since the Ladies LETS GO Ministry - Love Meals event was so successful last Saturday, maybe some ladies would like to make some meals for another great cause. Meals are needed for the Wadsworth Youth for Christ Teen Moms Program. The meals need to feed 6-8 teens. The meals can be dropped off the day before at Suzi Hrubik's house and she will deliver them. Dates Meals are needed for: 3/30, 4/20, and 4/27. More dates to be announced. Also, if you would like to be a rotation for making meals once a month, please let me know, so I can let them know. If you would like to make a meal, please contact Suzi Hrubikmailto:suzihrubik@gmail.com

More info about the Teen Mom's program: Teen Moms is designed to help teen mothers in their daily challenges and introduce them to new life in Jesus. They meet every Monday at 6:30 at the Retirement First building in Wadsworth. They start off by praying for food and the night. Then we eat and have our lesson. The lessons focus not only on motherhood but on common things that teens struggle with.

http://www.yfcwadsworth.com/teenmoms/index.htm

Men's Night Thursday 3/26 7pm

Men's Night Out is tomorrow night, Thursday, March 26th at 7pm at the Csepe's. Plan on bringing a side dish or dessert to share- main course provided. Contact Zoli with questions.

Youth Group Breakout Conference 3/27-28

Breakout Conference 2009 for the youth is this weekend, March 27th- 28th. All teens are welcome to participate- please let Pastor Brad know if you are planning on coming. This is a chance for our teens to grow in their faith as they have the opportunity to come together with local churches, attend seminars, and experience fellowship through worship and local speakers. Please be in prayer over the conference, the teachers, and all those attending!

MidWest Camp Meeting Sunday 3/29 after Service

There will be a camp meeting following the AM service THIS SUNDAY, March, 29th. We are really in need of some help this year. Whether you are planning on attending or not, if you are willing to participate in planning, please attend this meeting or contact Jerry Emich Jr. Also, drama practice for Good Friday will follow. Everyone willing to help is welcome to attend!! Pizza will be provided for all who participate.Please continue to pray for this preparation.

Church Luncheon 3/22

Next Sunday, March 22nd, we will be having lunch after church to celebrate our blessing of running water!

Bill & Tiny 58th Anniversary

Bill & Tiny Hrubik will be celebrating their 58th wedding anniversary this Tuesday, March 17th. Cards and phone calls of blessings would be welcomed and appreciated :)

Ladies LETS GO Ministry - Love Meals 3/21 9am

Saturday, March 21, 2009 Starting 9am-12pm (if you cannot stay the entire time - that's fine!) We are making meals and delivering them for those in our church to support them spiritually and physically. For those that would like to help but cannot make the date, please bake and bring brownies to the church before the 21st or make a donation mark it Ladies LETS GO Ministry. RSVP - by 3/18 to either Sarah Koehler or Suzi Hrubik

MidWest Camp Planning Summer 2009

CAMP PLANNING: We need your help!

Our church is in charge of coordinating all of the adult areas for Midwest Camp 2009. As of right now we are still looking for people to head up the following areas:Coordinator for adult forums: This is really a team effort- but we need someone to be the contact, helping to select the various topics and get leaders to cover each forum. Audio/Stage Management: We work with someone at the school but we need someone that can be the contact for all auditorium usage including what we need to have set up, rehearsal times etc.Morning Devotions: We need someone willing to host morning devotions for the adults at camp. Please let Jerry Emich know if you are able to help in any of these areas. We really need to cover these needs as soon as possible! There will also be a short camp meeting next Wednesday in the fellowship hall at 8:15pm sharp for ANYONE in the church willing to participate (in any capacity) in camp prep and planning.

Adult Fellowship 3/20 6:30pm

Adult Fellowship Night! Hosted at Jerry and Patty Emich's house on Friday, March 20th at 6:30 p.m. This will be a planning night for the upcoming year as well as a game night/March Madness. Please bring an appetizer or side dish to share. If you have any questions, contact Patty Emich.

Men's Night Out 3/26 7pm

Men's Night Out! Thursday, March 26th at 7 p.m. at the Csepe's house. Main Dish will be provided- please bring a side dish or dessert to share. If you have any questions, contact Zoli Csepe.

Rosita Missing Keys 3/1

Rosita lost her keys, and the only place left we think they were lost at was Church last Sunday. If anyone happened to find a set can you please give me a call.

Thanks, Nick

Need Helpers Saturday 3/7

This Saturday, March 7th, we will be taking down trees in the back of our lot at the church. We need your help! Start time will be around 8. Anyone able come come and help would be greatly appreciated!

If you have any questions, please contact Dan Kroslak

Member's Meeting Changed to March 8th

Vesper Lake Bible Fellowship Annual Membership Meeting date has been changed. We will be having our annual meeting on Sunday, March 8, 2009.
Please contact a deacon or elder if you have any questions.

Annual Member's Meeting 2/22 6:30pm

The Vesper Lake Bible Fellowship ANNUAL MEMBER'S MEETING will be held on Sunday, February 22 at 6:30 p.m. In addition to regularly scheduled updates, we will have an affirmation vote for Dan Kovacevic as Sunday School Superintendent. Childcare will be provided for the meeting, but no dinner.

Men's Night Out 2/12

The next Men's Night Out will be at the Csaky's on Thursday, February 12 at 6:30 p.m. Meatball sandwiches, salad, snacks and pop provided. Please bring a dessert to share. We hope you can come for a night of fun and fellowship. Any questions, contact Bob Csaky.

Quartet Singing This Sunday 2/8

Just a quick correction- the quartet will be singing THIS SUNDAY, February 8th. Hope to see you there!

The Quartet will lead an extended time of Praise and Worship as part of our 10am service this Sunday and wanted to extend an invitation to you, your family and friends. This will be a good time to worship and fellowship with one another. Hope to see you there!

Member's Meeting - Water Vote

At the members meeting on Feb. 1, we will be voting on the expenditure to tie in to the City water main. This is above a $3,000 cost and was not included in the annual budget that was presented in October. We have just received some final costs and approvals and are ready to present all the information to the members. We did not want to wait two (or more) weeks to have a vote because we are still paying for temporary water, so we would like to vote at this already-scheduled member's meeting.

We will present the options that we looked at, the estimated costs of each, and the reasons why we are recommending to tie in to the City water main.

If you have any questions, please let me know. Thanks. Travis

Membet's Meeting 2/1

We will be having a Member's Meeting this Sunday, February 1st, at 5 p.m. There will be no childcare provided for the meeting. An update of the water situation will also be shared.

Still Need Lunch Helpers 1/29 for Florence Donahue's Funeral

We are looking for help tomorrow afternoon at the church. If any of you are able to help serve or clean up the lunch for Florence Donahue's funeral, it would be a great help! We are looking for help around 2:30pm or any time after to serve/clean. Please contact David Mrdjanov. Thanks!

Wednesday Night Activities Cancelled 1/29

Vesper Lake Bible Fellowship programs are CANCELLED TONIGHT, Wednesday the 28th, due to the weather. We will not be having kids Word of Life program, the women's Bible Study and Youth Group. Hope to see everyone on Sunday!

Lunch Help Needed for Florence Donahue's Funeral

We will be hosting a lunch at Vesper Lake following Florence Donahue's funeral this Thursday, January 29th. Serving time will be between 2:30-3:00pm. We can use as much help as possible. If you are able to serve, please contact David Mrdjanov. Thank you!

Adult Fellowship~ FONDUE NIGHT~ This Saturday, Jan. 24th!!!

Everyone is cordially invited to Adult Fellowship this Saturday evening, January 24th, at 6:00 p.m. We will be meeting at the home of Brian and Janelle Emich House on Bosworth to enjoy fondue and fellowship! If you will be joining in the fun, please choose one (or more) of the following items to bring along... Fondues- cheese (swiss and queso are already being made)- dessert (none being made as of yet) Dippers (please cut these up into bite-sized pieces)- bread- veggies- fruit- marshmallows- brownies- pound cake- anything else you think would be good :) Please rsvp by replying to this email or call Janelle. Thanks and hope to see you there! Your FUNdue hosts,Brian and Janelle & Trav and Deb

Sunday 1/18 Member's Meeting, Lunch, & Childcare

This Sunday during the member's meeting there will be childcare and lunch provided for the children in the Fellowship Hall.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact any of our elders:

Zoli Csepe

Jacob Kroslak

Joe DiRocco

Jim Burkette

Brad Horner

Michael Mrdjanov

Mike Maletich

All Events Cancelled Wed 1/14 Night

We will be cancelling all church events tonight, including Word of Life children's program, Annette Simon's women's Bible study, youth group, and camp meeting. Sorry for the late notice.

Member Meetin Sunday 1/18

Dear VLBF Members,

The Leadership Team would like to invite you to a Member's Meeting this Sunday 15 minutes after our normal worship service ends. We understand that the last two weeks have been confusing to you and caused a great deal of concern. We would like to communicate to you where we are at concerning the issues at hand. We appreciate your prayers and patience with us. Please continue to pray that God will give us His Wisdom and Discernment in all we do. Pray that everything we do will bring glory and Honor to our Lord Jesus.In His Service,VLBF Leadership Team

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITY - child care needed

Dear church family,We need childcare for Sunday PM services. We had volunteers committed through December and as of now we are without childcare help. If you are willing and able to serve, please contact me directly at the church, my cell (330)608-9494 or email me at adminassistant@vesperlake.org.

REMINDER: Tonight we are having our second camp planning meeting at 8:15pm at the church. Contact Jerry Emich with any questions.

Midwest Camp Meeting

Last night's Midwest camp meeting went very well. Three ideas were proposed for the theme. The decision was made to spend a week in prayer over what was presented and meet again NEXT WEDNESDAY, January 14th at 8:15 p.m. to finalize details and vote on the theme for this year's camp. If you were unable to make it to last night's meeting and are interested in voting on the theme next week, there will be notes from each of the presenters on the table in the foyer this Sunday. Please pick up a copy and pray over direction in preparation for the meeting. If you have a theme or any ideas to add, please talk with Jerry Emich Jr. before Sunday. There are also many opportunities to volunteer this year. We are overseeing adult classes, adult forums, evening services, general assembly, adult evening worship, morning devotions, auditorium stage management, fellowship time in the "Hub", and registration. If you are interested in volunteering in any of these areas, please contact Jerry.

In any case, join us in prayer as we begin the process of planning for this year's Midwest camp!