Weekly Announcements

July Collection - Roanoke Nursing Home Sunday, 7/27 Today is the wedding of Laura Bradle & Mitch Wettstein. Everyone is welcome to stay for the wedding service at 12 noon. Singing will be from 11:30 - 12:00. Due to the large crowd, we would appreciate letting our guests go to the dining room first and there is also food available downstairs. Lunch Provided by Brad & April Hartter Wednesday, 7/30 Cemetery Volunteer Help Needed - from 9-noon We plan to continue each week until Labor Day. Please text Greg Moser at 309-573-6891 if you are able to help so he can plan accordingly. Please sign up your 3 yr old Sunday School students by Sunday July 27th. The sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board in the north hall. Students need to be 3 years old by September 1st. Corrected Contact Info - Brenda Lamberti was welcomed last week. Her email and phone was incorrect last week. Correct contact information is: brenda.lamberti@gmail.com 309-262-3075 Congratulations and God’s blessings as Curt & Denise Knepp celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary. ISU Young Group Welcome Day on August 17th for all students and their families attending ISU, Wesleyan or Heartland College and also college aged working individuals in the upcoming academic year. Bloomington church begins at 9:30am. Following church we will have fellowship/activities at the HUB and a pizza dinner at 3:30. RSVP by 8/3. Text your name and how many from your family plan to attend to Autumn Schlipf 309-622-3330. If you are unable to attend but want to be included in the weekly email, text Autumn that. Young Group: Tuesday, 7/29 - Singing at Roanoke Nursing Home at 7pm Homecoming Benefit for Nursing Home August 22 and 23rd: Included in the weekend will be a special ceremony on Friday evening August 22, to honor the lives and legacies of residents past and present. This event will also mark five decades of compassionate service to the community. The evening will culminate in a lantern release ceremony, where loved ones will have the opportunity to purchase a paper lantern in honor of a current resident or in memory of a past resident. At dusk, the lanterns will be lit and released by loved ones. Lanterns for the memorial ceremony may be reserved in advance for a suggested donation of $20. There will also be a limited number available for purchase the evening of. For more information or to reserve a lantern in honor of your loved one, please contact Jamie Hodel at (309) 369-5781 by August 1st. A flyer with the weekend's information is attached to the announcements. Items are needed for the live auction to be held on Saturday, August 23rd. If you’d like to donate any new item, themed basket, getaway, hosted dinner, or any other service or activity, please contact Jana Gastman. For planning purposes, all donated items would be appreciated by August 1st. Looking Ahead: August 15 - American Heritage Girls of Roanoke Fundraiser August 22/23 - 2025 Homecoming Benefit for the Nursing Home - Jamie Hodel is the contact person. September 6-7 - Testimonies and Baptisms - Makenzie Knepp, Josh Tibbs, Vonn Leman (Jim Leman grandson from Texas) October 18-19 - Testimonies and Baptisms - Jonny Moser, Haley Hodel National Church The Gateway Woods annual auction is this Saturday, August 2nd, on the Gateway Woods campus in Leo. Come out and support this church owned ministry and be a part of the largest AC gathering of the year! General Conference will be on a Saturday, Aug. 9th in Tremont. The theme is “Jesus will Build His Church” and the day will include topical presentations, breakouts and small group discussions. All attendees should register online by August 2nd. To see a complete agenda with descriptions and to register, go to https://www.apostolicchristian.org/general-conference AC 40+ Single Weekend on August 16/th and 17th in Peoria. This event is for single, widow, widowed, divorced or separated brothers and sisters that are 40+. Click the following link to sign up and see the schedule. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0549AFAB22A4F8C34- 57300207-invite The 2025 Apostolic Christian Men’s Sing will be in Morris, MN on August 23rd-24th. Men of any age are welcome and registration is now open at https://link.edgepilot.com/s/fb562efa/6TXDUdPc-EOrrVjgEKICKw?u=http://www.acmensing.org/ which includes further details. Technology in Our Lives: Opportunities and Cautions - Saturday, September 13 at 7pm at the Goodfield Fellowship Hall. Bro. Jon Moser from the Emerging Technology Committee will speak. This is designed for families of all ages to explore the role of technology in our daily lives - both positive and areas where caution is needed. Topics include social media, privacy, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and other key topics. AC Central Around the Table - Taking Up Our Cross Breaking Bread - Escaping the Drama Trap Other Ways to Learn and Serve Truth Academy fundraiser on August 7. Dinner begins at 5:00, live auction at 6:30. 706 50th St, El Paso, IL 61738 Contact Rena Hodel (309) 264-0240 if you would like to donate an auction item. Heartline & Heart House Annual Spaghetti Supper & Bake Sale on Thursday, August 28th at the Heart House Community Room in Eureka from 3:30 - 6:30. Dine in and Carry Out available $10/person cash or check made out to “Heartline and Heart House”. Volunteer Help needed for serving, sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0E4FADAB22A7F58-50233896-2024#/ Donations for the bake sale would be much appreciated, sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0E4FADAB22A7F58-57545012-bake#/

July Collection - Roanoke Nursing Home Sunday, 7/20 Sunday morning service at the Peoria Rescue Mission - We will leave the West parking lot at 7:15 for an 8 AM service. We should be back in time for our morning service. Singing help is appreciated Lunch Provided by Eric & Jodi Hoffman Singing at Nursing Home following 2nd service. Wednesday, 7/23 Cemetery Volunteer Help Needed - from 9-noon We plan to continue each week until Labor Day. Please text Greg Moser at 309-573-6891 if you are able to help so he can plan accordingly. Please sign up your 3 yr old Sunday School students by Sunday July 27th. The sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board in the north hall. Students need to be 3 years old by September 1st. Welcome - Brenda Lamberti - Brenda is a friend of Ben and Janet Leman who recently started attending our church. She is looking for a closer walk with Jesus and a loving and caring community. Her contact info is: brernda.lamberti@gmail.com 309-262-3705 ISU Young Group Welcome Day on August 17th for all students and their families attending ISU, Wesleyan or Heartland College and also college aged working individuals in the upcoming academic year. Bloomington church begins at 9:30am. Following church we will have fellowship/activities at the HUB and a pizza dinner at 3:30. RSVP by 8/3. Text your name and how many from your family plan to attend to Autumn Schlipf 309-622-3330. If you are unable to attend but want to be included in the weekly email, text Autumn that. Young Group: Tuesday, 7/22 - Singing at Eureka Nursing Home at 7pm Friday, 7/25 - SALT/LIGHT Topical Studies - location TBD at 7:00 pm Saturday, 7/26 - SALT/LIGHT Southside Mission Service Project Day Homecoming Benefit for Nursing Home August 22 and 23rd: Included in the weekend will be a special ceremony on Friday evening August 22, to honor the lives and legacies of residents past and present. This event will also mark five decades of compassionate service to the community. The evening will culminate in a lantern release ceremony, where loved ones will have the opportunity to purchase a paper lantern in honor of a current resident or in memory of a past resident. At dusk, the lanterns will be lit and released by loved ones. Lanterns for the memorial ceremony may be reserved in advance for a suggested donation of $20. There will also be a limited number available for purchase the evening of. For more information or to reserve a lantern in honor of your loved one, please contact Jamie Hodel at (309) 369-5781 by August 1st. A flyer with the weekend's information is attached to the announcements. Items are needed for the live auction to be held on Saturday, August 23rd. If you’d like to donate any new item, themed basket, getaway, hosted dinner, or any other service or activity, please contact Jana Gastman. For planning purposes, all donated items would be appreciated by August 1st. Looking Ahead: August 15 - American Heritage Girls of Roanoke Fundraiser August 22/23 - 2025 Homecoming Benefit for the Nursing Home - Jamie Hodel is the contact person. National Church General Conference will be on a Saturday, Aug. 9th in Tremont. The theme is “Jesus will Build His Church” and the day will include topical presentations, breakouts and small group discussions. All attendees should register online by August 2nd. To see a complete agenda with descriptions and to register, go to https://www.apostolicchristian.org/general-conference AC 40+ Single Weekend on August 16/th and 17th in Peoria. This event is for single, widow, widowed, divorced or separated brothers and sisters that are 40+. Click the following link to sign up and see the schedule. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0549AFAB22A4F8C34-57300207-invite The 2025 Apostolic Christian Men’s Sing will be in Morris, MN on August 23rd-24th. Men of any age are welcome and registration is now open at https://link.edgepilot.com/s/fb562efa/6TXDUdPc-EOrrVjgEKICKw?u=http://www.acmensing.org/ which includes further details. Technology in Our Lives: Opportunities and Cautions - Saturday, September 13 at 7pm at the Goodfield Fellowship Hall. Bro. Jon Moser from the Emerging Technology Committee will speak. This is designed for families of all ages to explore the role of technology in our daily lives - both positive and areas where caution is needed. Topics include social media, privacy, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and other key topics. AC Central Around the Table - Taking Up Our Cross Breaking Bread - Elroi: The God Who Sees Me Other Ways to Learn and Serve Truth Academy fundraiser on August 7. Dinner begins at 5:00, live auction at 6:30. 706 50th St, El Paso, IL 61738 Contact Rena Hodel (309) 264-0240 if you would like to donate an auction item.

July Collection - Roanoke Nursing Home Sunday, 7/13 Lunch Provided by Brad & Jill Sauder Wednesday, 7/16 Cemetery Volunteer Help Needed - from 9-noon We plan to continue each week until Labor Day. Please text Greg Moser at 309-573-6891 if you are able to help so he can plan accordingly. Sunday, 7/20 - Sunday morning service at the Peoria Rescue Mission - We will leave the West parking lot at 7:15 for an 8 AM service. We should be back in time for our morning service. Singing help is appreciated. Young Group: Tuesday, 7/15 - Singing at Valley Court at 7pm Friday, 7/18 - SALT/LIGHT Worship Night at Jon & Jill Fehr’s at 7:00 pm Saturday, 7/19 - The Forge Movie Night at Dan & Donna Schwinds at 7:00pm Homecoming Benefit for Nursing Home August 22 and 23rd: Included in the weekend will be a special ceremony on Friday evening August 22, to honor the lives and legacies of residents past and present. This event will also mark five decades of compassionate service to the community. The evening will culminate in a lantern release ceremony, where loved ones will have the opportunity to purchase a paper lantern in honor of a current resident or in memory of a past resident. At dusk, the lanterns will be lit and released by loved ones. Lanterns for the memorial ceremony may be reserved in advance for a suggested donation of $20. There will also be a limited number available for purchase the evening of. For more information or to reserve a lantern in honor of your loved one, please contact Jamie Hodel at (309) 369-5781 by August 1st. A flyer with the weekend's information is attached to the announcements. Items are needed for the live auction to be held on Saturday, August 23rd. If you’d like to donate any new item, themed basket, getaway, hosted dinner, or any other service or activity, please contact Jana Gastman. For planning purposes, all donated items would be appreciated by August 1st. AC 40+ Single Weekend on August 16/th and 17th in Peoria. This event is for single, widow, widowed, divorced or separated brothers and sisters that are 40+. Click the following link to sign up and see the schedule. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0549AFAB22A4F8C34-57300207-invite Looking Ahead: August 15 - American Heritage Girls of Roanoke Fundraiser August 22/23 - 2025 Homecoming Benefit for the Nursing Home National Church General Conference will be on a Saturday, Aug. 9th in Tremont. The theme is “Jesus will Build His Church” and the day will include topical presentations, breakouts and small group discussions. All attendees should register online by August 2nd. To see a complete agenda with descriptions and to register, go to https://www.apostolicchristian.org/general-conference The 2025 Apostolic Christian Men’s Sing will be in Morris, MN on August 23rd-24th. Men of any age are welcome and registration is now open at https://link.edgepilot.com/s/fb562efa/6TXDUdPc-EOrrVjgEKICKw?u=http://www.acmensing.org/ which includes further details. Technology in Our Lives: Opportunities and Cautions - Saturday, September 13 at 7pm at the Goodfield Fellowship Hall. Bro. Jon Moser from the Emerging Technology Committee will speak. This is designed for families of all ages to explore the role of technology in our daily lives - both positive and areas where caution is needed. Topics include social media, privacy, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and other key topics. AC Central Around the Table - The Relationship Between Faith and Works Breaking Bread - Elroi: The God Who Sees Me Other Ways to Learn and Serve Bringing Hope Ministries Fundraiser - Bringing Hope helps trafficking victims in the Bloomington-Normal area. They are having a drive-thru meal on Tuesday, July 15th from 4-7pm at The Hub, 4408 E. Raab Rd, Normal. See attached brochure for more information and other ways to donate. Truth Academy fundraiser on August 7. Dinner begins at 5:00, live auction at 6:30. 706 50th St, El Paso, IL 61738 Contact Rena Hodel (309) 264-0240 if you would like to donate an auction item.

July Collection - Roanoke Nursing Home Sunday, 7/6 Prayer Meeting at 9am in the Intermediate Sunday School Room. All are welcome to begin our day of worship in prayer. Lunch Provided by Chad & Brenda Martin Wednesday, 7/9 Cemetery Volunteer Help Needed - from 9-noon We plan to continue each week until Labor Day. Please text Greg Moser at 309-573-6891 if you are able to help so he can plan accordingly. Family Night - Pizza will be served at 6:00 in the church dining room, singing will begin at 6:45 and the presentation will begin at 7:00 in the sanctuary. Bro. Jim and Sis. Julie Barth from our Washington church will share "Honoring Alex--what God taught us through losing a child." They are willing to share their experience but it won't be easy and they appreciate your prayers. Sign up at the following link if you plan to eat pizza. July Family Night Pizza Sign Up Young Group: Tuesday, 7/8 - Singing at Roanoke Nursing Home at 7pm Friday, 7/11 - SALT/LIGHT Bible Study Ecclesiastes 7-8 at Jeremy & Melinda Knepp’s 7:00 pm Homecoming Benefit for Nursing Home: Items are needed for the live auction to be held on Saturday, August 23rd. If you’d like to donate any new item, themed basket, getaway, hosted dinner, or any other service or activity, please contact Jana Gastman. For planning purposes, all donated items would be appreciated by August 1st. AC 40+ Single Weekend on August 16/th and 17th in Peoria. This event is for single, widow, widowed, divorced or separated brothers and sisters that are 40+. Click the following link to sign up and see the schedule. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0549AFAB22A4F8C34-57300207-invite Thank You - We would like to thank you all for your love over the last several months. Your prayers and acts of kindness mean the world to us. Love, Jason, Ellie Jack & Boone Looking Ahead: Sunday, 7/20 - Sunday morning service at the Peoria Rescue Mission - We will leave the West parking lot at 7:15 for an 8 AM service. We should be back in time for our morning service. Singing help is appreciated. August 15 - American Heritage Girls of Roanoke Fundraiser August 22/23 - 2025 Homecoming Benefit for the Nursing Home - Additional information to come. Jamie Hodel is the contact person. National Church Proclaim & Serve will be held Saturday July 12 in Goodfield IL . ALL are encouraged to come and be inspired, be challenged, and be better equipped to share the gospel. Learn more and register before the July 7 deadline at https://www.proclaimandserve.org/ General Conference will be on a Saturday, Aug. 9th in Tremont. The theme is “Jesus will Build His Church” and the day will include topical presentations, breakouts and small group discussions. All attendees should register online by August 2nd. To see a complete agenda with descriptions and to register, go to https://www.apostolicchristian.org/general-conference The 2025 Apostolic Christian Men’s Sing will be in Morris, MN on August 23rd-24th. Men of any age are welcome and registration is now open at https://link.edgepilot.com/s/fb562efa/6TXDUdPc-EOrrVjgEKICKw?u=http://www.acmensing.org/ which includes further details. AC Central Around the Table - The Relationship Between Faith and Works Breaking Bread - Creative Spiritual Disciplines Other Ways to Learn and Serve Bake Sale Items needed for Harold Presley Benefit - A benefit is being held to help with lost wages as he rains off work and for medical bills. Donations of baked goods are being requested and you can sign up at Harold Presley Benefit Bake Sale Item Donations LifeWise Academy exists to reach public school students with the gospel. Under the released time law, students may be released from school during school hours to receive religious instruction, provided the program is held off school property, privately funded, and parent-permitted. The Roanoke school board and administration has agreed to allow LifeWise to begin a program in District 60 schools. We are currently seeking applicants for an RB Program Director as well as leadership board members. For more information about these roles, please visit our program’s local website Lifewise RB Unit 60 Link , or see Jessi Schwind or Leah Walder for more information. .

June Collection - Operational Fund Sunday, 6/29 Senior Breakfast will be at the Fellowship Hall at 9:15am. Please contact Ellie Rassi to RSVP or if you have questions. Memorandum Sunday School Picnic at 4pm at the Roanoke Park Building - Meat, drink and dessert will be provided. Please bring TWO side dishes to share. Please sign up at the following link soon so the meat order can be made- https://www.perfectpotluck.com/meals.php?t=MBUU6932&v=81dc9bdb52 The pool is rented from 5-7 and the usual softball game will be held after dinner. Lunch Provided by Jeff & Jodie Sauder Wednesday, 7/2 Cemetery Volunteer Help Needed - from 9-noon We plan to continue each week until Labor Day. Please text Greg Moser at 309-573-6891 if you are able to help so he can plan accordingly. Thursday, 7/3 - Helping Hands will meet from 9-noon. Sunday, 7/6 Prayer Meeting at 9am in the Intermediate Sunday School Room. All are welcome to begin our day of worship in prayer. Wednesday, 7/9 will be Family Night - Details will be coming. Young Group: Tuesday, 7/1 - Singing at Eureka Nursing Home at 7pm Friday, 7/4 - Peoria Fireworks Thank you - Dave is scheduled for scans (lung, abdomen, and pelvic area) on Monday morning. Thank you for your continued prayer support. Thank you for the love, the prayers, the meals, the gifts, the gift cards, the help with yard work, the offers for rides, inviting us for times of fellowship-meals, hikes, etc. and your encouraging notes and words. Our church family has been the hands and feet of Jesus to us and we truly appreciate all of your kind efforts! Also thanks to all who supported Andrew and Jenny's bridal shower. You have blessed our family in so many ways, and we pray the Lord will bless you for your kindness! Love, Dave, Barb and family Homecoming Benefit for Nursing Home: Items are needed for the live auction to be held on Saturday, August 23rd. If you’d like to donate any new item, themed basket, getaway, hosted dinner, or any other service or activity, please contact Jana Gastman. For planning purposes, all donated items would be appreciated by August 1st. Employment Opportunity - Victory Home Care , a division of our Apostolic Christian Home in Roanoke, is seeking an Agency Manager to lead the operations of its home care business. If anyone is interested in learning more or has questions, please contact Nate Hoffman. Looking Ahead: August 15 - American Heritage Girls of Roanoke Fundraiser August 22/23 - 2025 Homecoming Benefit for the Nursing Home - Additional information to come. Jamie Hodel is the contact person. National Church Proclaim & Serve will be held Saturday July 12 in Goodfield IL . ALL are encouraged to come and be inspired, be challenged, and be better equipped to share the gospel. Learn more and register before the July 7 deadline at https://www.proclaimandserve.org/ General Conference will be on a Saturday, Aug. 9th in Tremont. The theme is “Jesus will Build His Church” and the day will include topical presentations, breakouts and small group discussions. All attendees should register online by August 2nd. To see a complete agenda with descriptions and to register, go to https://www.apostolicchristian.org/general-conference The 2025 Apostolic Christian Men’s Sing will be in Morris, MN on August 23rd-24th. Men of any age are welcome and registration is now open at https://link.edgepilot.com/s/fb562efa/6TXDUdPc-EOrrVjgEKICKw?u=http://www.acmensing.org/ which includes further details. AC Central Around the Table - The Relationship Between Faith and Works Breaking Bread - Creative Spiritual Disciplines Other Ways to Learn and Serve LifeWise Academy exists to reach public school students with the gospel. Under the released time law, students may be released from school during school hours to receive religious instruction, provided the program is held off school property, privately funded, and parent-permitted. The Roanoke school board and administration has agreed to allow LifeWise to begin a program in District 60 schools. We are currently seeking applicants for an RB Program Director as well as leadership board members. For more information about these roles, please visit our program’s local website Lifewise RB Unit 60 Link , or see Jessi Schwind or Leah Walder for more information. .

June Collection - Operational Fund- On the national level, this fund pays for elder forums, elder teaching resources, Onward Media (which includes AC Central), etc. On the local level, this fund pays for Roanoke minister travel, Ladies’ and Men’s events, All Church Christmas caroling and other events that involve the entire church, Silver Lining subscriptions, assistance as needed for the Young Group, Counseling material, etc. Sunday, 6/22 Men of Integrity - 8:30 am - We will provide men with the tools and encouragement to become men of integrity. All men, 16 and older, that struggle with or mentor those who struggle with lust and pornography are welcome (16-18 need a father to be present). We plan to meet the 2nd and 4th Sunday of every month at 8:30 am in the Bible classroom beginning on Sunday June 22nd. The contact people are Brian Schwind, Dan Moser and Mark Hinrichson. Sing at the Nursing Home after the second service. All are welcome! Lunch Provided by Jason and Rena Hodel Wednesday, 6/25 Cemetery Volunteer Help Needed - from 9-noon We plan to continue each week until Labor Day. Please text Greg Moser at 309-573-6891 if you are able to help so he can plan accordingly. June 29 Senior Breakfast will be at the Fellowship Hall at 9:15am. Please contact Ellie Rassi to RSVP or if you have questions. Memorandum Sunday School Picnic Young Group: Tuesday, 6/24 - Singing at Valley Court at 7pm Friday, 6/27 - SALT/LIGHT Guys Campout at Judy Luginbuhl’s Saturday, 6/28 - SALT/LIGHT Random Acts of Kindness Homecoming Benefit for Nursing Home: Items are needed for the live auction to be held on Saturday, August 23rd. If you’d like to donate any new item, themed basket, getaway, hosted dinner, or any other service or activity, please contact Jana Gastman. For planning purposes, all donated items would be appreciated by August 1st. Employment Opportunity - Victory Home Care , a division of our Apostolic Christian Home in Roanoke, is seeking an Agency Manager to lead the operations of it’s home care business. If anyone is interested in learning more or has questions, please contact Nate Hoffman. LifeWise Academy exists to reach public school students with the gospel. Under the released time law, students may be released from school during school hours to receive religious instruction, provided the program is held off school property, privately funded, and parent-permitted. The Roanoke school board and administration has agreed to allow LifeWise to begin a program in District 60 schools. We are currently seeking applicants for an RB Program Director as well as leadership board members. For more information about these roles, please visit our program’s local website Lifewise RB Unit 60 Link , or see Jessi Schwind or Leah Walder for more information. Looking Ahead: August 15 - American Heritage Girls of Roanoke Fundraiser August 22/23 - 2025 Homecoming Benefit for the Nursing Home - Additional information to come. Jamie Hodel is the contact person. National Church Anabaptism at 500 Event - On Saturday, June 28, from 8:30am to noon at the Washington, Illinois Apostolic Christian Church, we’ll explore key moments in Anabaptist and Apostolic Christian history through three engaging talks and guided group discussions. To register go to Registration Link for Anabaptism at 500 Proclaim & Serve will be held Saturday July 12 in Goodfield IL . ALL are encouraged to come and be inspired, be challenged, and be better equipped to share the gospel. Learn more and register before the July 7 deadline at https://www.proclaimandserve.org/ General Conference will be on a Saturday, Aug. 9th in Tremont. The theme is “Jesus will Build His Church” and the day will include topical presentations, breakouts and small group discussions. All attendees should register online by August 2nd. To see a complete agenda with descriptions and to register, go to https://www.apostolicchristian.org/general-conference The 2025 Apostolic Christian Men’s Sing will be in Morris, MN on August 23rd-24th. Men of any age are welcome and registration is now open at https://link.edgepilot.com/s/fb562efa/6TXDUdPc-EOrrVjgEKICKw?u=http://www.acmensing.org/ which includes further details. AC Central Around the Table - How the Bible defines “church”. Breaking Bread - Before “I do”

June Collection - Operational Fund- On the national level, this fund pays for elder forums, elder teaching resources, Onward Media (which includes AC Central), etc. On the local level, this fund pays for Roanoke minister travel, Ladies’ and Men’s events, All Church Christmas caroling and other events that involve the entire church, Silver Lining subscriptions, assistance as needed for the Young Group, Counseling material, etc. Sunday, 6/15 Lunch Provided by Jim and Connie Hodel Wednesday, 6/18 Cemetery Volunteer Help Needed - from 9-noon We plan to continue each week until Labor Day. Please text Greg Moser at 309-573-6891 if you are able to help so he can plan accordingly. Young Group: Tuesday, 6/17 - Singing at the Roanoke Nursing Home at 7pm Friday, 6/20 - SALT Topical Study at Todd & Kathy Mosers at 7pm Sunday, 6/22 - Men of Integrity - We will provide men with the tools and encouragement to become men of integrity. All men, 16 and older, that struggle with or mentor those who struggle with lust and pornography are welcome (16-18 need a father to be present). We plan to meet the 2nd and 4th Sunday of every month at 8:30 am in the Bible classroom beginning on Sunday June 22nd. The contact people are Brian Schwind, Dan Moser and Mark Hinrichson. Homecoming Benefit for Nursing Home: Items are needed for the live auction to be held on Saturday, August 23rd. If you’d like to donate any new item, themed basket, getaway, hosted dinner, or any other service or activity, please contact Jana Gastman. For planning purposes, all donated items would be appreciated by August 1st. Save the date for the American Heritage Girls of Roanoke fundraiser Friday August 15th. More details to follow. Looking Ahead: June 29 Senior Breakfast will be at the Fellowship Hall at 9:15am. Please contact Ellie Rassi to RSVP or if you have questions. Sunday School Picnic August 22/23 - 2025 Homecoming Benefit f or the Nursing Home - Additional information to come. Jamie Hodel is the contact person. National Church Anabaptism at 500 Event - On Saturday, June 28, from 8:30am to noon at the Washington, Illinois Apostolic Christian Church, we’ll explore key moments in Anabaptist and Apostolic Christian history through three engaging talks and guided group discussions. To register go to Registration Link for Anabaptism at 500 Proclaim & Serve will be held Saturday July 12 in Goodfield IL . ALL are encouraged to come and be inspired, be challenged, and be better equipped to share the gospel. Learn more and register before the July 7 deadline at https://www.proclaimandserve.org/ General Conference will be on a Saturday, Aug. 9th in Tremont. The theme is “Jesus will Build His Church” and the day will include topical presentations, breakouts and small group discussions. All attendees should register online by August 2nd. To see a complete agenda with descriptions and to register, go to https://www.apostolicchristian.org/general-conference The 2025 Apostolic Christian Men’s Sing will be in Morris, MN on August 23rd-24th. Men of any age are welcome and registration is now open at https://link.edgepilot.com/s/fb562efa/6TXDUdPc-EOrrVjgEKICKw?u=http://www.acmensing.org/ which includes further details. AC Central Around the Table - How the Bible defines “church”. Breaking Bread - Before “I do”

June Collection - Operational Fund- On the national level, this fund pays for elder forums, elder teaching resources, Onward Media (which includes AC Central), etc. On the local level, this fund pays for Roanoke minister travel, Ladies’ and Men’s events, All Church Christmas caroling and other events that involve the entire church, Silver Lining subscriptions, assistance as needed for the Young Group, Counseling material, etc. Sunday, 6/8 Lunch Provided by Frank & Kathy Sauder Wednesday, 6/11 Cemetery Volunteer Help Needed - from 9-noon We plan to continue each week until Labor Day. Please text Greg Moser at 309-573-6891 if you are able to help so he can plan accordingly. Young Group: Tuesday, 6/10 - Singing at the Eureka Nursing Home at 7pm Friday, 6/13 - SALT/LIGHT Ecclesiastes Bible Study at Clark & Lisa Leman’s at 7:00pm. Blessed Milestone - We rejoice with Chuck and Rita Hodel as they celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary. Looking Ahead: June 29 Senior Breakfast Sunday School Picnic August 22/23 - 2025 Homecoming Benefit for the Nursing Home - Additional information to come. Jamie Hodel is the contact person. National Church Anabaptism at 500 Event - On Saturday, June 28, from 8:30am to noon at the Washington, Illinois Apostolic Christian Church, we’ll explore key moments in Anabaptist and Apostolic Christian history through three engaging talks and guided group discussions. To register go to Registration Link for Anabaptism at 500 Proclaim & Serve will be held Saturday July 12 in Goodfield IL . ALL are encouraged to come and be inspired, be challenged, and be better equipped to share the gospel. Learn more and register before the July 7 deadline at https://www.proclaimandserve.org/ General Conference will be on a Saturday, Aug. 9th in Tremont. The theme is “Jesus will Build His Church” and the day will include topical presentations, breakouts and small group discussions. All attendees should register online by August 2nd. To see a complete agenda with descriptions and to register, go to https://www.apostolicchristian.org/general-conference The 2025 Apostolic Christian Men’s Sing will be in Morris, MN on August 23rd-24th. Men of any age are welcome and registration is now open at https://link.edgepilot.com/s/fb562efa/6TXDUdPc-EOrrVjgEKICKw?u=http://www.acmensing.org/ which includes further details. AC Central Around the Table - How the Bible defines “church”. Breaking Bread - The Story of Mental Health

June Collection - Operational Fund Sunday, 6/1 Prayer Meeting - 9am in the Sunday School Intermediate Room - All are welcome! 1st service - Bro. Bill Wettstein (Eureka) 2nd service - Singleness, Marriage and the Church - part 2 - Bro. Ted Witzig (Morton) Lunch Provided by Nate / Nick Hoffman June 2-5 - Vacation Bible School is Monday-Thursday evening this week and the theme is “Magnify the Lord”. Please have your child downstairs by 6:45 each night in the intermediate Sunday school room to start singing. They will be dismissed from the intermediate Sunday School room by 8:00 each night. Parents of children ages 3 through kindergarten should be downstairs to pick up their child by that time. VBS for the high-school students and adults: Singing begins each night at 6:45. The Gridley choir will be here Monday evening to sing from 6:45-7:00 before our first speaker. The other three nights will be congregational singing from 6:45-7:00. Here is the schedule for the week: Magnify the Lord - Psalm 34:3 “O magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt his name together.” Monday - Bro. Kaleb Beyer from Washington - God cares for us; we are important to God. Deut. 31:8 and John 1:12 Tuesday - Bro. Brad Stoller from Eureka - God loves us despite our sin Romans 5:8 Wednesday - Bro. Cody Schumacher from Goodfield - God’s forgiveness John 3:16 Thursday - Bro. Tim Wiegand from Leo - God’s Faithfulness Matthew 6:25-34 and Psalm 100:5 Wednesday, 6/4 Cemetery Volunteer Help Needed - from 9-noon We plan to continue each week until Labor Day. Please text Greg Moser at 309-573-6891 if you are able to help so he can plan accordingly. Thursday, 6/5 - Helping Hands will meet from 9am - noon. Young Group: Friday, 6/6 - SALT/LIGHT Guys/Girls Split Speaker Night at Brad & April Hartter’s at 7:00pm. General Conference will be on a Saturday, Aug. 9th in Tremont. The theme is “Jesus will Build His Church” and the day will include topical presentations, breakouts and small group discussions. All attendees should register online by August 2nd. To see a complete agenda with descriptions and to register, go to https://www.apostolicchristian.org/general-conference Looking Ahead: June 29 Senior Breakfast Sunday School Picnic August 22/23 - 2025 Homecoming Benefit for the Nursing Home - Additional information to come. Jamie Hodel is the contact person . National Church Silver Lining Reader Submitted Article - The topic is: Life-Changing Message: Share how a specific Bible passage has guided, comforted, or transformed your life (Romans 12:2).Please submit your contribution (length = 600 words or less) on this topic to features@acsilverlining.org by July 18, 2025 . Anabaptism at 500 Event - On Saturday, June 28, from 8:30am to noon at the Washington, Illinois Apostolic Christian Church, we’ll explore key moments in Anabaptist and Apostolic Christian history through three engaging talks and guided group discussions. To register go to Registration Link for Anabaptism at 500 Proclaim & Serve will be held Saturday July 12 in Goodfield IL . ALL are encouraged to come and be inspired, be challenged, and be better equipped to share the gospel. Learn more and register before the July 7 deadline at https://www.proclaimandserve.org/ The 2025 Apostolic Christian Men’s Sing will be in Morris, MN on August 23rd-24th. Men of any age are welcome and registration is now open at https://link.edgepilot.com/s/fb562efa/6TXDUdPc-EOrrVjgEKICKw?u=http://www.acmensing.org/ which includes further details. AC Central Around the Table - What is reverential language? Breaking Bread - Receiving God’s Blessing: Flourishing, Abundant Life Other Ways to Learn and Serve Walking for Amy - St. Jude Benefit in memory of Amy Schwind will be Saturday, June 7 at the Roanoke Park. Flyer and registration sheet can be found at https://www.rb60.com/article/2162663 .

May Collection - ACCFS- Make check out to the Apostolic Christian Church with ACCFS on the memo line. Sunday, 5/25 Lunch Provided by Todd & Andrea Harris Tuesday,5/27 Phillis Wuethrich funeral (Reg Wuethrich’s Mom) at 10:30am at Francesville church. Her obituary is found at https://www.frainmortuary.com/obituaries/Phyllis-J-Wuethrich?obId=42548691 Young Group: Tuesday, 5/27 - Singing at Roanoke Nursing Home at 7pm Friday, 5/23 - SALT/LIGHT - Fellowship & Worship Night at Chad & Brenda Martin’s at 7pm. June 2-5 - Vacation Bible School - Sign up links follows - Thank you in advance! Food donations for 3 year olds through 8th grade. Please bring all donations to the basement kitchen. Downstairs VBS Food Donations Sign Up Link Sign-up link follows to help out downstairs VBS Downstairs Help Sign Up Kay Knecht passed away this morning. Please keep Bro. Wally and his family in your prayers.Her funeral will be on Thursday at 10 am and visitation will be 4-7pm on Wednesday and 9-9:45 on Thursday prior to the funeral. Memorial Day Attachment - This Memorial Day weekend, as we remember those we love who have passed and those who have given their lives for our country with our appreciation and respect, may we praise God for the blessings we enjoy in this country. Attached, please read the true story of Howard Martin , uncle to Sam Martin and Tom Sauder, who grew up in our Roanoke church and is buried in our cemetery. (shared by Bro. Rich Bertschi) The following link is a video on google drive that shows some of his funeral. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jomDVKhb-JonZ8OxVkddhr-OSkQ5se9I/view?usp=sharing Looking Ahead: Sunday 6/1 1st service - Bro. Bill Wettstein (Eureka) 2nd service - Singleness, Marriage and the Church - part 2 - Bro. Ted Witzig (Morton) Cemetery Volunteer Help Needed - Starting on June 4th, every Wednesday morning from 9-noon We plan to begin on Wednesday, 6/4 and continue each week until Labor Day. Please text Greg Moser at 309-573-6891 if you are able to help so he can plan accordingly. June 5 - Helping Hands will meet from 9am -12. June 29 Senior Breakfast Sunday School Picnic August 22/23 - 2025 Homecoming Benefit for the Nursing Home - Additional information to come. Jamie Hodel is the contact person. September 5 - Men’s Steak Dinner National Church Silver Lining Reader Submitted Article - The topic is: Life-Changing Message: Share how a specific Bible passage has guided, comforted, or transformed your life (Romans 12:2).Please submit your contribution (length = 600 words or less) on this topic to features@acsilverlining.org by July 18, 2025 . Anabaptism at 500 Event - On Saturday, June 28, from 8:30am to noon at the Washington, Illinois Apostolic Christian Church, we’ll explore key moments in Anabaptist and Apostolic Christian history through three engaging talks and guided group discussions. To register go to Registration Link for Anabaptism at 500 Proclaim & Serve will be held Saturday July 12 in Goodfield IL . To register, go to Proclaim & Serve Registration The 2025 Apostolic Christian Men’s Sing will be in Morris, MN on August 23rd-24th. Men of any age are welcome and registration is now open at https://link.edgepilot.com/s/fb562efa/6TXDUdPc-EOrrVjgEKICKw?u=http://www.acmensing.org/ which includes further details. Rooftop Replacement Project in Sabetha, Kansas - at the Apostolic Christian Retirement Village in Sabetha. Additional information and a sign-up link that includes tabs for each of the weeks follows: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/RRNational Scott & Bev Luginbuhl are planning to go out from Thursday, May 29 - Sunday, June 1st and would be glad to take a group. Contact them if you are interested. AC Central Around the Table - The Depths of Sin and the Power of Grace Breaking Bread - Receiving God’s Blessing: Flourishing, Abundant Life Other Ways to Learn and Serve Walking for Amy - St. Jude Benefit in memory of Amy Schwind will be Saturday, June 7 at the Roanoke Park. Flyer and registration sheet can be found at https://www.rb60.com/article/2162663 .

May Collection - ACCFS- Make check out to the Apostolic Christian Church with ACCFS on the memo line. Sunday, 5/18 1st Service - Baccalaureate Service 2nd Service - Singleness, Marriage and the Church Part 1 Lunch Provided by John & Jill Bradle Wednesday, 5/21 HOPE - Hello Summer Party at Bri’s from 6:30-8:30 Young Group: Tuesday, 5/20 - Singing at Eureka Nursing Home at 7pm Friday, 5/23 - SALT/LIGHT - Topical Bible Studies at John & Linda Hodel’s at 7pm. June 2-5 - Vacation Bible School - Sign up links follows - Thank you in advance! Food donations for 3 year olds through 8th grade. Please bring all donations to the basement kitchen. Downstairs VBS Food Donations Sign Up Link Sign-up link follows to help out downstairs VBS Downstairs Help Sign Up Engagement - We rejoice with Sis. Hattie Hodel (Bro. Jonathan & Sis Megan) and Bro.David Bertschi (Bro. Sam & Sis. Marjorie) on their engagement. Photo Church Directories Update - At this time, we do not have enough photos to justify the cost for a printed edition of our church directory that includes family photos. There is a pdf version that you can download and have available for now. The directory can be found at https://drive.google.com/file/d/11drrlnnAhjkkjKnGnJ7hoZ3Jl0qRr4MU/view?usp=sharing Also, the pictures are included in the church directory on the church app. If you want more information about the app, please contact Byron Gerber. Anabaptism at 500 Event - On Saturday, June 28, from 8:30am to noon at the Washington, Illinois Apostolic Christian Church, we’ll explore key moments in Anabaptist and Apostolic Christian history through three engaging talks and guided group discussions. To register go to Registration Link for Anabaptism at 500 Looking Ahead: June 29 Senior Breakfast Sunday School Picnic August 22/23 - 2025 Homecoming Benefit for the Nursing Home - Additional information to come. Jamie Hodel is the contact person. September 5 - Men’s Steak Dinner National Church Proclaim & Serve will be held Saturday July 12 in Goodfield IL . To register, go to Proclaim & Serve Registration The 2025 men’s sing will be in Morris, MN on August 23rd-24th. If anyone is interested in attending this year's singing in Morris, please contact Bro. Dalton Logan as he plans to go. Rooftop Replacement Project in Sabetha, Kansas - at the Apostolic Christian Retirement Village in Sabetha. Additional information and a sign-up link that includes tabs for each of the weeks follows: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/RRNational Scott & Bev Luginbuhl are planning to go out from Thursday, May 29 - Sunday, June 1st and would be glad to take a group. Contact them if you are interested. AC Central Around the Table - The Depths of Sin and the Power of Grace Breaking Bread - Receiving God’s Blessing: Flourishing, Abundant Life Other Ways to Learn and Serve Walking for Amy - St. Jude Benefit in memory of Amy Schwind will be Saturday, June 7 at the Roanoke Park. Flyer and registration sheet can be found at https://www.rb60.com/article/2162663 .