VALENTINE’S BREAKFAST FOR LADIES ... The Men’s Ministry will be holding a Valentine’s Breakfast for ladies of all ages on Saturday, Feb 6 at 9:00 a.m. Please join us for food and fellowship and a presentation “Matters of the Heart” by our own Diane Wilson. Child care will be provided.

COMMUNION SUNDAY (FEB. 7) ... We will be celebrating the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper at both services on Sunday, Feb. 7.

BENEVOLENT SUNDAY (FEB. 7) ... The Deaconate encourages you to make an offering to this fund each month for the purpose of meeting the needs that arise within our church family. The benevolent buckets will be by the exit doors and in the vestibule on Sunday, Feb. 7.

CONGREGATIONAL MEETING ... A congregational meeting has been
called for Sunday, Feb. 7 to approve the 2010 budget, following the 11:00 service. Child care and pizza will be provided for children K-5th grade.

SHARE FOOD DISTRIBUTION … Register this Sunday, Feb. 7. Forms are in the vestibule. Turn forms and money into the office by next Sunday, Feb. 14. Food pickup will be Saturday, Feb. 27 at 8:30 a.m. in the fellowship hall.

WEDNESDAY FELLOWSHIP DINNER ... Dinner is served from 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. with children's, youth and adult electives to follow. This week's menu (Feb. 10) will be roast pork or pizza.

SENIOR SHEPHERDS … All seniors are invited to a potluck Friday, Feb. 12 at 12:00 p.m. in the fellowship hall. Great food, a time to greet and meet friends and make new friends.

FOOD PANTRY … The food pantry is stocked and ready for those who need our help. If you know of someone who could use our SRPC Food Pantry please let them know that it is available Once again, a huge thank you to everyone who donated food and personal items.

ELDER and DEACON NOMINEES ... The Nominating Committee is beginning to work on new officer nominees. If you have a name you would like them to consider for elder or deacon, please use the communication tear off card in your bulletin and place it in the offering plate. The Nominating Committee is comprised of the following people: Bobby Wilson, chairman; Ann Childs, Jim Delk, Karen Hall, Eric Jones, Donna Lazanowski.

CHRISTIAN ACADEMY NEWS ... If you would like to be considered for a full or part-time job teaching at our Academy, please call Kim Taylor (director) at 863-646-5323 and ask for an application. Job openings are filled through the resumes kept on file.

SRCA OPENINGS ... We are presently enrolling new students in the infant, toddler and Pre-K classes. Please call Kim Taylor (director) at 863-646-5323 to enroll or for more information.

HAITI UPDATE … SRPC is working through “Partners for Health” to provide help to the people of Haiti. If you would like to contribute to this effort please write your check to SRPC and in the “memo” section note that it is for Haiti. We will keep you informed of other ways we may be of help as we hear more from our missionaries Cliff & Bobbi Matousek. Thank you for your assistance.

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

SUNDAY SCHOOL ... Classes for every adult, no matter where you feel you may be at spiritually, are offered each quarter. From someone who might be “exploring the Christian faith” to those who have been in leadership for many years, we offer challenging classes designed to help you understand and live out the Christian faith. In addition to our adult classes, classes for all age groups are provided year-round.

SUNDAY
~ Living and Growing As Disciples - Room #13
~ Homebuilders - Room #12
~ Comprehensive Bible Study - Room #10
~ Searcher’s Room - Fellowship Hall
WEDNESDAY
~ Men’s Class - Room #13
~ Women’s Class - Room #11
~ Bible and Life Class - Room #10

GET CONNECTED WITH SMALL GROUPS ... This is one of the best ways to form friendships and to grow in your walk with God. Groups of 8-12 people meet in homes for informal Bible study, fun and fellowship. It is where the life and love of SRPC is most deeply experienced. If you need assistance finding a small group, please contact the church office at 863-646-3219.

PRAYER WARRIORS WELCOME ... If you would kike to join our prayer group, please come to our meetings Tuesdays from 10-11 a.m. in the Choir Room.

PARENTS OF YOUNG CHILDREN … We want to let you know that we now offer (in addition to our nursery located in the Educational Building) a “Comfort Room” upstairs above the sanctuary. This room is equipped with sound so that you may still hear the service while taking care of any of your children’s needs, if they are upset, hungry, etc. You are free to keep your children with you during the service, but we wanted you to be aware of the options available.

HEARING AIDS AVAILABLE … We have hearing aids available for use during the service. Check at the sound booth and they will give you one to use during the service. If you would like to purchase your own hearing aid, the cost is $90.00. Please sign up at the sound booth or fill out the communication card and put it in the offering plate.