Updated September 11:

• Sunday Faith Formation Begins this Sunday, September 14!  On the first and third Sundays of most months, we’ll gather in age-based groups called Crews (similar to traditional Sunday school), confirmation, and adult faith formation.  The second Sunday most months we’ll have a service project related to the month’s Bible story and theme.  One the fourth and/or fifth Sunday of most months, kids will get to share the Bible story they’ve learned in creative ways or have fun guided conversation with adults. 

• Adult Faith Formation Like the kids, the adults will generally gather for study twice a month after worship, join the kids for service once a month, and engage in other creative activities on the fourth Sunday.  Whether you’ve joined adult faith formation after worship in the past or would like to start growing your faith in a new way, Pastor Mike invites you to join him this Sunday after worship to discuss possible study topics and leadership for the year ahead. 

• Grapes Harvested   We had so much fun harvesting around 600 pounds of grapes from the church vineyard this past Sunday.  Thank you to everyone who helped.  We look forward to having our own homegrown Communion wine again in about 6 months!  We are also so grateful to Mike Jennings for his extensive work tending the vines and processing the grapes for us. 

• RSVP FOR OUR 25TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION   Hosanna! turns 25 this year!  On Sunday, Sept. 21, we’ll celebrate this milestone with a special worship service at our usual time, with a meal and activities to follow.  We are excited that Pastor Richard Heinlen, our mission developer and first pastor, will be with us on that day. Click here to RSVP for lunch or use the bulletin insert.  We expect a big turnout for the meal and would like to know how much food to have prepared, so you’re not committed to attending if you RSVP or left out if you don’t.  Anyone is welcome to join us and there is no cost to attend. For anyone who would like to visit more personally with Pastor Heinlen, we’ve reserved a room at Saltgrass Steak House in Liberty on Saturday, September 20th at 6:30.  Please indicate on your Sunday meal RSVP if you also plan to attend this event.  We will order as individuals. 

• Bibles Still Available  Our mission is to put the Word of God in the hands and hearts of God’s children, so we present age-appropriate Bibles to children of various ages each fall.  If your child is 4 years old, in 2nd grade, or in 6th grade (or missed getting one in previous years) didn’t receive theirs, Pastor Mike has one for them.  We’re happy to share these Bibles with kids beyond the congregation, so if you have a grandchild, neighbor, or friend you’d like to give one of these wonderful Bibles to, please speak with Pastor Mike.  If you’re an adult who would like a first Bible or a new one, we also have some available.  If you would enjoy sponsoring one or more of these Bibles, please visit www.hosannatogether.org/bibles or pick up a donation envelope in the fellowship hall.  Thanks for your support!