Baptism
Congratulations to Paityn Brooks who was baptized into Christ by her father, Bradley Brooks, last Sunday. We rejoice with Paityn and her family.
 
Tonight
Join us for our PAWS meal tonight at 5:15 PM followed by one of our DMC’s at 6:30 PM. We are having Hamburgers, Hotdogs, Veggie Burgers, Salad Bar, & Dessert.  The meal will be prepared by Amyee McAlister and her Team.
 
New Sunday Morning Bible Class
Beginning this Sunday October 19, we will be offering a 7-week study based on the new documentary Truth Rising from Focus on the Family and the Colson Center. The Study is built around four key themes—Hope, Truth, Identity, and Calling—this study equips you to understand the times, ground yourselves in God’s truth, and step boldly into your role in history. It will meet at 9 AM in the Youth Suite.  Children’s classes will be available for kids of parents attending Bible class.
 
Winter Clothing Drive
Our winter clothing drive will start in late November. We are not gathering items yet but if you happen to be cleaning out your closets this fall please keep this in mind!
 
Pickleball
A group of mainly women play pickleball Monday mornings 9-12 and Friday mornings 9-12. We would love for anyone to join us. We have extra paddles for you to try it out! Please contact Shelly  Calvert, 972-989-7025 or Kathy Pryor, 903-821-4606 for more details.  
 
Trunk ‘n Treat
Our Trunk ’n Treat is just around the corner, on Sunday, October 26 from 5-7 PM. We are still in need of candy!  Please place your candy donations in the baskets in the hallways.
 
Grateful Gathering Brunch
Women of all ages and stages of life are invited to a brunch on Saturday, November 1st  from 10-11:30 AM in the Ark.  Enola Newland and Terra Cueva will be sharing their faith journey. Come enjoy some good food and be prepared to be inspired and leave with a full heart!
 
Wedding Shower
Join us for a wedding shower honoring Josh Wilson & Kimberly McDaniel on Sunday, November 2 from 1:30-3:00 PM in the atrium. They are registered at Amazon and Target.
 
Family Ministry
Mark your calendar for upcoming events:
 
· PACOC Family Movie Night: is on  Saturday Nov. 1st from 6-8pm. More details to come. 
· Fortify Family Retreat, Dec. 13-14 at Texoma Christian Camp. Registration is now open.
· Marriage Retreat, Jan. 23-25th
 
Youth Ministry
· Wednesday, October 15: Bible  class tonight at 6:30 PM.
· Sunday, October 19: Connect will meet from 5-7:30 PM.
· Saturday, October 25: Haunted Forest @ The Ervin's Land.