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““““FOLLOWING IN THE FOOTSTEPS

Inspired by Joe Hurley’s book, Ten Million Steps on Route 6road trip. Joe Hurley walked more than 3,400 miles coast to coast across the U.S.A. from March through December in 2004. Instead of walking, we drove our Jeep. Using his book as a guide, we followed his path from Clevelan In Nappanee, Indiana we drove the two lane highway carefully around several Amish buggies and horses, past dozens of roadside crosses. In Joliet, Illinois we came to the intersection of three famous highways: Route 6, the Lincoln Highway, and old Route 66. We enjoyed Moose Tracks and Turtle Tracks ice cream at Whitey’s in Moline, Illinois. Along the “White Pole Road” section of Route 6 in Iowa we had lunch at the Menlo Café. In Omaha, Nebraska we toured an amazing aquarium at the Henry Doorly Zoo. We took Hurley’s suggestion and stopped in Sterling, Colorado to see “Skygrazers”, a 15-foot-tall sculpture of five giraffes carved from an elm tree. In the Rocky Mountains we spent time in Denver and in Glenwood Springs with Ed’s brother, Russ and his wife Ingrid. We revisited Arches N.P. and Moab, Utah. We traveled the “Loneliest Road in America”, a 125-mile stretch from Hinckley, Utah to Ely, Nevada, passed by a mirage of a lake, and stopped at the Border Inn on the Utah-Nevada line. Visiting Great Basin N.P. and stayNevada in Ely marked our western destination and the end of our Route 6 adventure.

Inspired by God’s Book, the steps and walking His path. “He guides me in the paths of for His name’s sake.” (Psalm 23:3b) When making decisions, we should ask, “What would Jesus do?” Jesus would do the righteous thing even if it was difficult.me.” (John 10:27) In some cases

suffering. Peter reminds us: “For you have been called for this purpose, since Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example for you to Following God’s route with His Book will be the best road trip of our lives with an eternal destination of heaven. Let’s do it!

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FOLLOWING IN THE FOOTSTEPS””””by Connie Huntley

Ten Million Steps on Route 6, Ed and I decided to take a

Joe Hurley walked more than 3,400 miles coast to coast across the U.S.A. from March through December in 2004. Instead of walking, we drove our Jeep. Using his book as a guide, we followed his path from Cleveland, Ohio to Ely, Nevada on Route

ppanee, Indiana we drove the two lane highway carefully around several Amish buggies and horses, past dozens of roadside crosses. In Joliet, Illinois we came to the intersection of three famous highways: Route 6, the Lincoln Highway, and old Route 66. We

njoyed Moose Tracks and Turtle Tracks ice cream at Whitey’s in Moline, Illinois. Along the “White Pole Road” section of Route 6 in Iowa we had lunch at the Menlo Café. In Omaha, Nebraska we toured an amazing aquarium at the Henry Doorly Zoo. We took

’s suggestion and stopped in Sterling, Colorado to see tall sculpture of five giraffes carved from an

elm tree. In the Rocky Mountains we spent time in Denver and in Glenwood Springs with Ed’s brother, Russ and his wife Ingrid. We evisited Arches N.P. and Moab, Utah. We traveled the “Loneliest

stretch from Hinckley, Utah to Ely, Nevada, passed by a mirage of a lake, and stopped at the Border Inn

Visiting Great Basin N.P. and staying a night at the Historic Hotel Nevada in Ely marked our western destination and the end of our Route 6 adventure.

Inspired by God’s Book, the Bible, we Christians are to be following His steps and walking His path. “He guides me in the paths of for His name’s sake.” (Psalm 23:3b) When making decisions, we should ask, “What would Jesus do?” Jesus would do the righteous thing even if it was difficult. “My sheep hear My voice and I know them,

.” (John 10:27) In some cases our following will lead to loneliness or to suffering. Peter reminds us: “For you have been called for this purpose, since Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example for you to follow in His steps.” (1 Peter 2:21)

Book will be the best road trip of our lives with an eternal

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, Ed and I decided to take a Joe Hurley walked more than 3,400 miles coast to coast across the U.S.A. from

March through December in 2004. Instead of walking, we drove our Jeep. Using his book as a d, Ohio to Ely, Nevada on Route 6.

ppanee, Indiana we drove the two lane highway carefully around several Amish buggies and horses, past dozens of roadside crosses. In Joliet, Illinois we came to the intersection of three famous highways: Route 6, the Lincoln Highway, and old Route 66. We

ing a night at the Historic Hotel Nevada in Ely marked our western destination and the end of our Route 6 adventure.

, we Christians are to be following His steps and walking His path. “He guides me in the paths of righteousness for His name’s sake.” (Psalm 23:3b) When making decisions, we should ask, “What would Jesus do?” Jesus would do the righteous thing even if

“My sheep hear My voice and I know them, they follow our following will lead to loneliness or to

suffering. Peter reminds us: “For you have been called for this purpose, since Christ also .” (1 Peter 2:21)

Book will be the best road trip of our lives with an eternal

August 2017

Meanwhile, Back at the Ranch… By Joseph Preston What a summer we've had so far! As I write, the sounds of singing, playing, laughing, and learning reverberate across these hills. I just walked up to the pond to watch the adventure team class canoeing and I could hear the outdoor skills class constructing a fort in the woods, hear the sounds of the riflery class from the ravine, and see the archery class playing archery golf. A little rain this morning moved the horsemanship classes to the indoor arena, while the pioneer crafts class continued to paint rocks and create a variety of artwork. Earlier today, I could see some campers taking a few minutes at the end of Bible Round Up to reflect quietly on what they had learned about Thomas's transforming perspective and how they could transform their own perspectives to follow Jesus. Christy's new song "Transform Your Perspective," based on the Bible Round Up theme this summer, is a big hit, with the campers quoting Jesus (very loudly!) who said, "I am the way (THE WAY!), the truth (THE TRUTH!), the life (I AM THE LIFE!)." Campers will go home this summer having experienced lots of fun, building lots of friendships, focusing on learning new skills, and developing in their faith as they proclaim that Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life. Thank you for your support and prayers as we finish up summer camp. Rejoice with us about all that God did at camp this summer.

August 8, 2017 8 AM to 8 PM

You can donate to the WLD Ranch during this time and the Erie Community Foundation will match your amount with a prorated amount. The minimum gift is $25. Go

online to www.eriegives.org to donate.

Springfield Senior Center Tuesday, August 8 ~ Devotions will be presented by Pastor Allan Thorpe, Albion

Assembly of God Church. Tara Miller will share with us all about bees and honey.

Tuesday, August 22 ~ Devotions will be presented by

Pastor Byron Gurnee, Keepville Bible Methodist Church. Our State Representative, Parke Wentling will speak to us. The meetings begin at 9:45 AM but come at 9:30 AM to join in with the senior ringers and singers! A home-cooked meal will be served at Noon. Good fellowship, blood pressure readings, exercises, lunch all for a $3 donation!

Springfield

Senior Trips

Thursday, September 21 - Kinzua Bridge Adventure. Enjoy the fabulous new Visitor Center and walk the “Tracks Across the Sky.”

Included buffet lunch at Kane Manor. We’ll stop at The Sweet Shoppe and visit Artworks at the Depot. Treats and supper on

own. Cost $57 by August 22. Thursday, October 12

Mama Mia at Erie Playhouse, supper at Family Center included. Limited to 24 on the bus,

more may car pool. Cost $52 by September 12.

Call Nancy Crabtree 922-3249 or the church office 922-3655 with questions.

August 2017

ANNUAL CHURCH PICNIC

AT WLD RANCH

SUNDAY, AUGUST 20, 2-7 PM

� Swimming, archery, horse arena rides, and games for children begin at 2 PM

� Pastor Ed’s all-star softball game begins at 3 PM

� Supper at 5 PM – bring some food to share

� Hayrides after supper

Fathers, plan to spend special time with your daughters September 1-3 at the Father/Daughter Campout. We are going camping on the banks of Conneaut Creek at the

Ring Farm in Kingsville, Ohio. Fun activities include swikes, swimming, four-wheeling and awesome campfires! The camp site is beautiful but primitive with natural facilities! Registration forms are available in the Welcome Center and need to be returned by August 20th to get a T-shirt.

Calling all 3, 4, and 5 year olds (and their Moms, Dads, Grandparents, Aunts and Uncles) to the

FEDERATED PRESCHOOL OPEN HOUSE

SUNDAY, AUGUST 13, 11 AM TO 2 PM Come for a tour, meet Miss Debbie the teacher, and sign up for a great year of fun, learning, and Bible lessons. Special offers at the Open House! Registration forms and brochures are available in the Welcome Center. Volunteers are needed to help with the preschool this year. See Debbie Rogers or call the church office if you are interested in helping. It’s fun and very rewarding!

SANCTUARY RENOVATION

It began on Monday, June 26th and continues at the time of this writing. We are thankful for the many volunteers who helped with the “destruction” phase and now we anxiously look forward to the “reconstruction” phase! Please continue to pray, give, and volunteer if able, so that we can complete this project by Sunday, September 10th. Although the sanctuary will have a different look, it will still be a place where we, as God’s redeemed people, gather to worship our great God and experience His Holy presence!

August 2017

EQUIPPING DISCIPLES IN SUNDAY SCHOOL

Sanctuary Class – A verse-by-verse study of the book of Proverbs, led by Jerry

Hills in the Family Center. Good News Class – Family Center,

Room 1, is currently studying the book of Ephesians with Seth Huntley and Sam Ring leading.

Kingdom Bound Class – Led by Andy Ward, studying “His Story, Christ’s Last Week” in Room 12, Family Center.

Celebration Class – All are invited to this class in the church dining room currently studying the life and teachings of Jesus.

Newcomers Class – This class led by Paul Burgess in Room 31 in the church, is studying “The Parables of Jesus”.

Faith Chapel Ladies Class – This class is studying the Experiencing God series with Nancy Wuenschel leading.

Ladies Class – studying “Thriving in Babylon” in Room 10 on the ground floor of the church, team taught by Chris Naylor and Libby Anderson.

Men’s Class – Studying various topics, led by Pastor Rick, Bob Pettis, and John Sargent, Family Center Rooms 10 & 11.

College/Young Adult Class 18-24 years – Rooms 8 & 9 of the Family Center, studying I Peter led by Mike and Cheryl Anderson.

The ACTS Class which meets in the Family Center coat room is studying “The Way of the Master”, learning to use the tools that God has given us to evangelize the lost. Jeff Wuenschel is the facilitator.

August Childcare

Schedule

Nursery 8:30 AM August 6 B. Hopkins, P. Machacek August 13 D. Brown, M. Conley August 20 C. Repoff, D. Gerety August 27 J. Donelson, R. Kuhn

Nursery 10:00 AM

August 6 A. Hayes, J. Pushinsky August 13 B. Blum, C. Pettis August 20 B. Hulley, M. Hulley August 27 S. Johnson, S. Stuyvesant

Nursery 11:15 AM

August 6 M. Pushinsky, J. Pushinsky August 13 L. Anderson, E. Corbett August 20 M. Barlow, TBA August 27 C. Owens, M. Oaks

Toddler 8:30 AM

August 6 Snyder Family August 13 C. Durfee, E. Durfee August 20 T. Pratt, M. Pratt August 27 D. Snyder, T. Snyder

Toddler 10:00 AM

August 6 D. Quinn August 13 D. Quinn August 20 J. Noerr, L. Burgess August 27 D. Snyder, T. Snyder

Toddler 11:15 AM

August 6 B. Hulley, D. Rogers August 13 J. Huntley, K. Huntley August 20 B. Crosby, S. Wohlford August 27 V. Sontheimer, K. Wurst

Congratulations to Jason and Congratulations to Jason and Congratulations to Jason and Congratulations to Jason and

Amanda Hayes on the birth Amanda Hayes on the birth Amanda Hayes on the birth Amanda Hayes on the birth

of their daughter Emily of their daughter Emily of their daughter Emily of their daughter Emily

Grace. Emily was born July Grace. Emily was born July Grace. Emily was born July Grace. Emily was born July

14141414thththth weighing 6 lbs. 2 oz. and weighing 6 lbs. 2 oz. and weighing 6 lbs. 2 oz. and weighing 6 lbs. 2 oz. and

18181818----1/4” long. She is welcomed 1/4” long. She is welcomed 1/4” long. She is welcomed 1/4” long. She is welcomed

by big sister Abigail and proud by big sister Abigail and proud by big sister Abigail and proud by big sister Abigail and proud

grandparents Henry and Charla Hayes.grandparents Henry and Charla Hayes.grandparents Henry and Charla Hayes.grandparents Henry and Charla Hayes.

SUNDAY MON. TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURS. FRI. SAT.

1

9 AM VBS

2 9 AM VBS

10 AM Golden Circle 7 PM Prayer Meeting

3

9 AM VBS

4

9 AM VBS

5

7:30 AM Elders & Deacons Prayer

6

8:30 & 11:15 AM Worship

10 AM Sunday School

7

7 PM

FOCAS

8 9:45 AM Senior

Center 6:30 PM Elders & Deacons Meeting

9 10 AM Golden

Circle 7 PM Prayer Meeting

10 11

12

13 8:30 & 11:15 AM Worship

10 AM Sunday School

11 AM—2 PM Preschool Open

House

14 15 6 PM Ladies

Coffee House

16 10 AM Golden

Circle 7 PM Prayer Meeting

17 18

10 AM

Tabitha

Team

19

20 8:30 & 11:15 AM Worship

10 AM Sunday School

Church Picnic at WLD!

21

7 PM

FOCAS

22 9:45 AM

Senior Center

23 10 AM Golden

Circle 7 PM Prayer Meeting

24 25 26

27

8:30 & 11:15 AM Worship

10 AM Sunday School

28 1 PM

Mobile Food Pantry

29 30 10 AM Golden

Circle 7 PM Prayer Meeting

31

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