Operation Christmas Child (OCC) will be in full force at S in just a few short months.
To get a head start, we’re collecting specific items each month. In July we are asking for monetary donations. Our goal this year is to pack 230 boxes and since it costs $10 to ship one box, we need to collect $2,300. We can do it!
To donate money, envelopes (with the OCC sticker on them) are located at The Welcome Center. Fill it with cash or a check (made out to SotH with OCC boxes on the memo line). Drop your envelope in the black box outside the office or use your offering envelope. Make sure to designate “OCC boxes” on the front of the envelope with the amount you’d like designated.
In August we'll collect school supplies. Many stores already have school supplies on sale, so stock up now!
Please contact Polly Howe p.m.75@hotmail.com or Kelly Ziegelbein at kellyziegelbein@gmail.com if you have any questions.
Thank you!
THE WELCOME AND OPPORTUNITY CENTER
Your hub for all things happening at church.
Please visit us in the Narthex to sign up any of the events listed below.
ORDERS ARE FLYING IN FOR THE NEW CHURCH T-SHIRTS!
Let people know where they can connect to community, friends and the Word of God with a NEW CHURCH T-SHIRT! Place your order at martha.keeffe@sothonalaska.com by Sunday, July 21.
Here are the details:
- Each family receives TWO FREE T-SHIRTS. Additional shirts can be ordered for $10 each (An order must be placed to receive your free shirts and for additional shirts. Specify size, color and quantity.
- Sizes are available in XS - 5XL and come in blue or grey (Please write checks to Shepherd of the Hills with Koinonia Fund on the memo line. Money collected from the purchase of additional shirts will go back into the Koinonia Fund which supports new ideas and fun things at SOTH. Payments may be placed in the drop-box by the church office.)
CHECK OUT WHAT'S NEW AT OUR LIBRARY
Grab a book, make yourself a cup of coffee and relax in front of the fireplace with a good book from our library. Or, check out something from the library to take home. Simply fill out the library card attached to the book, puzzle, DVD, etc. and place in the black library card box located on the stacks. Please make use of these of these amenities. We are so blessed to have such wonderful gifts.
Library Coordinator - Karen Schindler
schindler.karen7@gmail.com
952-448-7670
UPCOMING EVENTS
FRIENDS/FAMILY of the TRANSGENDER SUPPORT GROUP
August meeting date TBD. This group is free and open to the public.
The purpose of this group is to give compassionate support to friends and relatives who are being challenged by the impact of transgenderism.
LUNCH at HUCK FINN'S on the WATER
Wednesday, July 10 at 11:15 am
Carpool from church (following the women's Bible study) or meet at the restaurant. This outing is open to men and women.
2nd SATURDAY MEAL
July 13 following the 6:00 pm worship service.
MOON TUNES
Thursday, 5:30 - 8:00 pm
Mark your calendars for an evening of fun and music. Bring a lawn chair, drinks and snacks or purchase from on-site vendors. The Fellowship Team will set up a tent for shade if possible. To sign up to carpool and to view the summer schedule, please visit The Welcome and Opportunity Center.
BOOK TALK
Tuesday, July 30 at 11:00 am at Panera. July book selection: "The Brighter the Light" by Mary Ellen Taylor
CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Resumes in September. This group is free and open to the public.
ONALASKA FOOD PANTRY
July request: Spaghetti O's and canned Ravioli. Please place donations on the shelves located across the room from the Welcome and Opportunity Center in the Narthex.
Supported by Human Care