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In the Loop

November 16  - November 23    
 

Giving Tree
The Giving Tree assists needy Pioneer Elementary School & GCC Hispanic families during the Christmas season. Small Groups may adopt a family on Nov. 16 at the Giving Tree lobby counter. On Nov. 23 & 30, trees will be on display with ornament gift tags listing either a parent’s or child’s need or a gift certificate amount. Return wrapped gifts and certificates to GCC by Dec. 7. Contact Kathy Buck at 360.825.4100 or buckjuiceplus@comcast.net for more information.


Grace Kids Volunteers Needed
If you are interested in offering tech support on Sunday mornings, or helping with AWANA on Wednesday nights, please call Children’s Ministries at 253.833.5660 x215 for more details.

Haiti Team
A team from Grace left Sunday, November 9, for a mission trip to Haiti. Please pray for their traveling safety, God’s provision of food, shelter, health, and supplies needed to accomplish His will in the hearts and minds of the Haitian people. May each member be a light to a dark world through acts of service, speaking the truth in love, and prayer. May the Great Commission be expanded for His glory through our faithful servants on the Haiti team.


Senegal Missions Trip
There are still openings available to join the mission team to Senegal Feb. 7-16, 2009. The team will focus on training local leaders to continue outreach through Upward Basketball. Please contact Brian Doherty at the church for more information. Deadline to apply is November 30, 2008.

Baptism
Sunday • January 11 • Both Services
Our upcoming baptism has been moved to Sunday January 11. If you are interested in being baptized, please join us for an informational class on Sunday, December 14, at 10:45am. For more information, or to sign up, contact the church office.


Mops VOLUNTeers Needed
We need loving workers to join our Moppets Childcare Team. Contact Sandi Nichols at 253.862.0625 or sandi@marketid.com.


ytd giving as of 11.09.08
Fiscal Year 9.1.08-8.31.09
Needed $545,260 Actual $459,774

 

Perspective Class

Perspectives on the World Christian Movement is a dynamic 15-week course where you will learn about God’s nature, purpose, and ways in the world. You will be enabled to let Him grip your heart with things close to His heart. This course is designed to equip and mobilize Christians to contribute their unique abilities in their own strategic place of service to advance the kingdom locally, nationally, and internationally. For more information, contact the church office.


Youth & Adult Classes
More information available at the lobby counters.
The Challenge of Islam
Sundays • 9:00am • Begins October 26
Divorce Care
Sundays • 5:30pm • B62
Grief Recovery
Tuesdays • 7:00pm • Begins October 7
College Connection • 18-26ish
Saturdays • 6:00pm • Intern House
Emerging Generations • 25-35ish
Sundays • 10:45am • B67
Student Ministries • Generation Change
Sundays • 10:45am • Chapel • Begins October 12
Student Ministries • Small Groups
Wednesdays
MS • Chapel • 6:30-8:00pm
HS ABS • Area Homes • 7:00-9:00pm

 

PRAYER REQUESTS
Prayer requests/updates for “In the Loop” need to be submitted prior to Monday at 10:00am. Please include your contact information
by phone, email, or hard copy so we can reach you in case we have questions about your request. • Lois Anke at ext. 200 or lanke@gccauburn.net • Diane Schukar at ext. 266 or dischukar@gccauburn.net

 

PRAYER Times at GCC

Sundays • 9:00 & 10:45am • Board Room

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays • 6:00-7:00am • Reception Room

Every Other Thursday • 7:00-8:30am • Reception Room

 

Praise
George Brummell led three young men to the Lord on Tuesday, November 11! Please pray for their spiritual journey, that they would rely on the power of the Holy Spirit to lead them in right choices and relationships. Pray for George to have discernment as he seeks to disciple them.


PRAYER REQUESTS
SUSIE McALLISTER has been diagnosed with a brain tumor. Her surgery is scheduled for Friday, November 14. Pray for wisdom for the doctors, and for her family, that they would experience God’s comfort and peace during this time. It is not yet known if the tumor is malignant or benign.


Michael Cummings was admitted to Auburn Regional on Wednesday, November 12, after suffering a stroke at his home. He is in Critical Care. Please pray for peace for his family, God’s healing touch, and wisdom for the doctors in providing the best possible care.


LYTLE BLAISDELL, father of Mark Blaisdell, has been readmitted to Auburn Regional Medical Center after becoming disoriented and very confused last week. The doctors are trying to adjust his medication and are running some tests. Please continue to pray for his strength to return and for his improved health.


DALE & KATHY DeVRIES’ niece, Erica, gave birth to a son at 26 weeks last Saturday, November 8. Little Joshua weighs only 2 lbs. 2 oz., and is 13 inches long. He is in ICU fighting for his life. Please pray for God’s mercy for Erica, her husband, Josh, and the extended family, and wisdom for the hospital staff caring for baby Joshua.


VIRGIL KROONTJE was released from his job of 23+ years due to the economy. His industry (residential remodeling) is not growing right now and jobs are almost non-existent. Pray for a job and for resources to help stretch his unemployment benefits to cover his obligations.


MARK & SUSAN PETERSON are mourning the loss of Susan’s father, who went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 6, in Oklahoma. Please pray for God’s comfort and mercy for the family during this difficult time.


JOHN HICKOK has been having chronic chest pain and had a cardiac catheter test November 12 at Virginia Mason in downtown Seattle. Please pray for God’s mercy in the test results and for His healing touch in John’s life. Pray for Cynthia’s strength and encouragement, knowing that God is their refuge.


AMY SCHERR had shoulder surgery on November 7. Pray for her as she recovers, that she would be able to adjust to caring for her two young children while having limited mobility.


CARTER PYLKKI is scheduled for surgery on November 19 to reshape his forehead. Pray for his parents, Eric and Joy, and that God would guide the surgeon’s hands.


EVERGREEN CHURCH is facing challenging financial times. Please pray for God’s provision through His people.


RICKEY BURLANDO’s knee replacement surgery has been postponed until December 1. Please pray that she will remain healthy before the surgery, and regain as much mobility as possible from her hip replacement surgery several months ago.


SHARON SMITH came home from the hospital on Saturday, November 1. She is resting comfortably, and Brian is being well cared for by their small group. Please pray for her hematoma to heal and for her overall health to improve, so that she can be added to the kidney transplant list. Her condition has not allowed her to remain on the list.


PAT WILLIAMS is fighting a serious infection at her incision site, following surgery for colon cancer. She will need to postpone further treatment until the infection is healed. She appreciates your continued prayers, cards, and notes of encouragement, as she is not able to get out at all. Pray for healing and also that depression, fear, and anxiety will not overcome her, but that God’s grace will be sufficient.
 

 
   
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