Updated August 21:

• The Real Birds Were Really Hungry
  In spite of our recording to ward off birds in our vineyard, a flock devoured all of our grapes before they were ripe.  We’re disappointed, but we do have plenty Communion wine from last year’s harvest to last us through the next year. Thank you so much to Mike for his continued hard work tending the vineyard.  

• Hosanna! Vegetable Garden
  Produce continues growing in Hosanna’s veggie garden! We've been donating peppers, cucumbers, and tomatoes to the In As Much Ministry food pantry to provide fresh produce to our neighbors facing food insecurity.  

• The Liberty Community Chorus Seeks New Members 
  On August, 27th, the Liberty Community Chorus begins their 23rd year. There is no audition to join, you just need the love of community and a passion for singing. After the first rehearsal on the 27th of August at Liberty United Methodist Church on Sunset in Liberty, rehearsals will be held at Second Baptist Church in Downtown Liberty. Rehearsals are from 6:30 until 9:00 p.m. on Thursdays. You can find their performances on YouTube. For more information, you may go to www.libertycommunitychorus.org. 

• Back-to-School Blessing on August 30
  We’re excited to pray and bless students and staff on Sunday, August 31 during worship. Students, teachers, and staff of all ages will be invited forward to receive a special blessing and backpack tag.  Please invite family, friends, coworkers, and neighbors to join us!  

• Save the Date for Rally Day on September 13
  On Sunday, September 13, we’ll present Bibles to kids at various ages, share a meal, spend time with each other, and play together.  Regular Sunday faith formation for kids, confirmation youth, high school youth, and adults will resume on Sept. 20.  The choir will resume rehearsals on September 13 before worship at 8:15.  All are welcome to join.  Speak with our choir director, Dr. Chris Marple for more info.

• Kids to Receive Bibles
  Our mission is to put the Word of God in the hands and hearts of God’s children, so on Rally Day, September 13, we’ll present age-appropriate Bibles to children of various ages. 

  • We give Bibles to children who are 4 years old, in 2nd grade, in 6th grade, and those who missed them in previous years. 

  • If you don’t hear from us by September 1, but think your child should receive a Bible, please tell Pastor Mike or just come forward during worship.

  • We’re happy to share these Bibles with kids beyond the congregation!  Kids you invite can simply come forward during worship to receive one, though it’s helpful if you fill out the form at www.hosannatogether.org/bibles so we know to expect them. 

  • Extra Bibles are available in the fellowship hall if you’d like to share them with a neighbor, friend, grandchild, etc. who isn’t available to receive one in person.

  • If you can’t make it on Sept. 13, kids are welcome to get their Bibles from Pastor Mike on a different Sunday.