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The attendance at the April 14th worship service was 82.

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The flowers gracing the altar for the April 21st worship service are presented to the glory of God by Dave & Donna Thomas.

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We would like to have a fireworks show to celebrate our 150th anniversary.  At this time we are looking for sponsors to help offset the costs.  These can be businesses or individuals.  If you would like to help sponsor the fireworks show, please put your contribution labeled "fireworks" in the offering plate or your donation can be mailed to St. Thomas.  Thank you in advance!

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We would like to start a Community Outreach committee here at St. Thomas.  The definition of a community outreach program is a method for circles of people to identify existing problems or challenges in small communities and provide the means and resources to solve them.  This could be as simple as having a collection of paper towels or a food collection.  If you would be interested in chairing this committee or being a member, please sign the sheet in the back of the church or talk to Pastor Nila.

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It has been brought to our attention that some of the hymnals are getting very worn.  If you see a hymnal that has seen better days and could use replacing, please leave it on the pew.

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The Tire Hill Covenant Brethren Church will be holding a Bags and Bling Accessory Sale on Saturday, May 11th from 9:00--2:00.  There will also be a door prize and a coffee social and bake sale.  Money raised will go toward outdoor lighting repair or replacement.

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The Mennonite Disaster Services is having a Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser on Saturday, April 27th from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Fresh Harvest Banquet Room of Laurel View Village, 1600 Cambridge Drive, Davidsville.  The price is by donation for a meal and bakery items.  For more information, please contact Eric Lasure at 814-442-4361.

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We would like to thank everyone who made the inaugural St. Thomas 5K Run/5K Walk a success!  Thank you to:  the runners/walkers, Scalp Level/Paint Fire 616, Jerome Volunteer Fire Department, Hooversville Volunteer Fire Department, Conemaugh Township EMS, PennDOT Somerset, St. Thomas Food Service Committee, Randy's Bi-Lo Windber, David Mapes Finish Line Service, Nurse Beth & Nurse Jen, Photographers Olivia and Laurie Grosik, Parking Attendants Ron, Frank, and Ronnie, Water Station Attendant Tom Grosik, Photo Contributors Ronnie, Judy, and Jen, sponsors, and the MANY volunteers who made this happen.  We couldn't have done it without all of you!

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The Food Service Committee will be holding an Election Day Soup & Gob Sale on April 23rd starting at 7 a.m. until sold out.  Soup varieties include beef vegetable, chicken noodle, and beef noodle.  The price is $8/quart.  Gobs are price at $8/half dozen. 

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Upcoming dates:

   April 23--Election Day Soup & Gob Sale @ Grove--7:00 a.m. till sold out

   April 28--Worship service with Anointing for Healing

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The flower chart for 2024 is now posted on the bulletin board.  Please consider sponsoring flowers.  The prices are $25 for chancel flowers and $35 for altar flowers.  A reminder that if you would like an announcement placed in the bulletin, please let the secretary know by noon on Wednesday of the previous week.  There are announcement papers available near the flower chart.

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Recognizing the need for young adults to have a safe place to share and connect when experiencing the losses of significant people, the Healing Patch Children's Grief Program is now offering Young Adult Grief Support Groups at the Healing Patch centers in Altoona and Ebensburg.  The Young Adult Grief Support Group is open to adults aged 18-25 who have suffered the death of a significant person.  Groups are held two evenings a month from September to May at the Healing Patch centers in Blair County, 20 Sheraton Drive, Altoona, and Cambria County, 118 Ebony Road, Ebensburg.  A virtual option is also available.  Enrollment may happen any time after the loss occurs.  To enroll, simply call 1-800-445-6262 and ask for Healing Patch.  For additional information, please visit HomeNursingAgency.com.

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All contributions given to missionary will now be directed to Heart for Mission.  This is a mission group run by the Thorstad family in Laos/Thailand.  If you would like more information, please see their website www.heartformission.com.

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