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Its great to have you with us this weekend! Our passion is to be an authentic expression of the kingdom of Jesus and our purpose is to help you discover and experience the God-centered life, as well as to be a place where you can connect, grow, and serve. Please feel at home, and may something new and wonderful happen in your life this weekend. Pastor Brian & Peri Zahnd

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Scripture for the Week: John 13:21-38 Psalm for the Day, May 12: Psalm 132

May 10 & 12, 2013

Ascension Day

FAMILY MATTERS
Remember in Prayer
~Josh and Joni Berry, in the passing of her brother, Alex M. Perez, on March 28. ~Greg Bozarth, in the passing of his mother, Shirley Bozarth, on April 5. ~Hays and Cattan families, in the death of Tommy E. Rickel, on April 13. ~The Family of William "Bill" Roberton, in his passing on April 24.

.OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE .
Project 58 Word of Life Kids iServe 2013
May 28-30

This week, your donations helped an elderly woman in our community with her electric bill, and a WOLC family with car repairs.

iServe is for children completing 4th - 6th grade. Join us May 28-30, for 3 days of serving the St. Joseph community through various work and mission projects. iServe will be capped off with a trip to Worlds of Fun. Information and registration forms are available at the WOLK check-in desk in the foyer. Registration due by Sunday, May 12.

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EVENTS
New Member Sunday
May 19, 2013
We encourage you to connect to Word of Life by membership! You can join Word of Life on Sunday, May 19, during either service. After the service, the pastors will meet you in The Life Center for a reception. For more information, call the church office or visit the Discover Word of Life Church corner in Solomon's Porch after a Sunday morning service.

Divorce/Relationship Recovery

A new 12-week divorce recovery session begins Tuesday, May 28th at 6 PM in the Life Center. Join us in May or at any time during the 12 weeks. For more information contact Janelle Torres at 319-530-5766 or sign up in the foyer.

prayer

O God, the King of glory, you have exalted your only Son Jesus Christ with great triumph to your kingdom in heaven: Do not leave us comfortless, but send us your Holy Spirit to strengthen us, and exalt us to that place where our Savior Christ has gone before; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.

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EVENTS
The Joseph Company
THIS Saturday, May 11 9 AM The Life Center
Our monthly multi-generational leadership development session for women and men who are passionate about the Kingdom of Jesus in their work lives. A great DVD-based presentation, GETTING TO YES: NEGOTIATING CONFLICT, from William Ury, best-selling author and co-founder of Harvard Universitys Program on Negotiation. Enjoy small group time, as well as the worlds greatest free home-cooked breakfast.

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Baby Dedication & Mothers Day

THIS Sunday, May 12
If youd like to have your baby dedicated, sign up in the foyer, online at WOLC.com, or call the church office and designate which service youll be attending. Pastor Brian will dedicate babies during both services. Hey, Dads-dont forgetMay 12 is Mothers Day. You cant say we didnt remind you!

Middle School Summer Camp

August 5-8
If you are an upcoming 6th grader, a graduating 8th grader, or in any of the grades in between, join us for an unforgettable camp at Youthfront West. Activities include: water sliding, swimming, blobbing, paintball, ATVs, a ropes course with zip-line, prayer and worship, games, and more! Registration is only $229. Visit mycyouth.com to register, or call the church office for more information.

SERVICE TIMES
Sunday Mornings at 9 & 11 Friday Nights at 7 in the MYC Wednesday Prayer & Communion at noon in The Upper Room Communion is served every Sunday. The next Baptism is July 14. The next New Member Sunday is May 19.

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. The Joseph Company . Baby Dedication / Mothers Day . Circle of Friends . New Member Sunday . Youth Camp Parent Meeting . Divorce/Relationship Recovery 5/28 5/28-30 . WOLK iServe 2013
5/11 5/12 5/16 5/19

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MYC/678 Summer Camp Parent Meeting

Sunday, May 19
There will be a parent meeting in the MYC, directly following each service, to discuss summer camps for all students in grades 6th-12th. We will discuss fundraising opportunities and camp details with a time of Q&A.

High School Summer Camp

MYC is taking a trip to the Colorado Rockies this year-for High School Students only. All upcoming freshman through graduating seniors are welcome to join us for white water rafting, hiking, hanging at the lodge with friends, and services at Desperation Youth Conference! Registration is just $375, but if you show up to all the MYC services in MAY and JUNE, you will receive a $75 discount!

June 25-30

VBS 2013
Mark your calendars for this year's Vacation Bible School, GOD IN ACTION. VBS is for children ages 4 through 12. Well kick off on Sunday night, June 9, with a special FAMILY FUN EVENT from 6-8:15 PM. That evening parents are invited to stay for the entire first night of VBS! Registration will begin May 3.

June 9-13

Circle of Friends

THIS Thursday, May 16 @ 11:30 AM

Circle of Friends is a group for those over 50. Join us May 16 for lunch at The Gothic House (720 S.10th St, St Joseph, MO). $15 covers your entre, soup or dessert, and a tip. Please pre-pay at the table in the foyer by May 12. Contact the church office for more information.

OFFICE HOURS
Tuesday-Friday, 9 AM-4 PM 3902 NE Riverside Road St. Joseph, MO 64505 816.233.6367

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