Fasting
Taught by Pastor James F. Miller

This week's organizations include:
Women In Praise, Usher Board, HR Commission, New Creations Ministry

Come Enjoy Some Sweets Before Lenten Season! The Sisters in Praise BAKE SALE will be held in Fellowship Hall in between the 8:15 am & 11:15 am Worship Services. Come down and start Valentine's Day early!

P.A.G.E.S. 1ST ANNUAL BOOK DRIVE! - This program is initiated by Carter Jordan, who is working towards her Girl Scout Gold Award. Please donate gently used and new books in order to kick-off the library for kids. The drive has begun and runs through Sunday, February 26th. Bring your books today! : For more information please contact Carter, cmjordan94@gmail.com, 630-464-1635.

A representative from the Illinois Department of Human Services will be at the REACH office at 2000 Warrenville Road on Tuesday, February 14th to take applications for individuals / families in need of their Food Assistance or Special Needs Assistance Programs. For appointments please contact Dr. Sweet, 630-969-8274.

The SUNBEAM CHOIR will rehearse: Friday, Feb. 17th, 6 pm; and Saturday, Feb. 25th, 9:45am. We will sing on 4th Sunday Feb 26th at 11:15 am Worship Service. Everyone ages 2 - 7 is welcome to join us in song! Please contact Chandra Wright or Kelly Baker at sunbeamchoir@gmail.com with any questions.

The TRUSTEE BOARD will meet Saturday, February 11th, 9 am.

The STEWARDSHIP & FINANCE COMMISSION will meet Saturday, February 18th, 9 am.

Attention REACH Volunteers! - Your time & commitment to support the food pantry efforts of REACH are greatly appreciated. To help enrich your experience, we are inviting all NEW volunteers to an orientation session at 9 am followed by a training session at 10:30 on Saturday, February 18th at 2000 Warrenville Rd. All EXPERIENCED volunteers are asked to attend the session at 10:30 am to receive training on new regulations & procedures. For more info, please contact Pat Mathis, mathisp@metrofamily.org or Pat Blake, pblake@asge.org. Thank you!

Calling all DuPage AMEC YOUTH! Get ready, get set and go to the exciting events for our YPD. The Young People's Department (YPD) consists of youth ages 7-18 who study the Bible to learn more about God, participate in service projects throughout the community and strive to build strong Christian relationships with others. Our YPD is going strong and we invite everyone to participate in our upcoming events.

February Events:

• YPD Winter Lock-in Fri & Sat, February 24th - 25th
  
• YPD Black History Program Sunday February 26th
  
• General Conference YPD Road Trip registration.

Don't miss these great opportunities for growth and fellowship. If you have any questions, please contact our 2012 YPD Director, Ms. Colette Mann at 630-513-5407.

2012 HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS! - The DuPage AMEC Scholarship Application is available on the church's website in the MEMBER AREA. Scholarships are open to all graduating seniors who are members of the church. In order to qualify, you must submit the following items by Friday, March 30th: completed application form, official transcript, and 3 letters of recommendation. Please contact Tranda Covington with any questions 847-280-0355.

Through REACH we have partnered with Bridge Communities for years and they are in need of MENTORS. The Bridge Communities Transitional Housing Program provides housing and a stable, supportive environment for families who are developing the skills necessary to live independently. Bridge Communities partners with local churches and community organizations which provide volunteer mentors and essential financial support. Please prayerfully consider becoming a mentor. For additional information please contact Steve Knox through the church office or visit www.bridgecommunities.org

The HOSPITALITY MINISTRY seeks volunteers to serve on Sundays. Volunteers serve one Sunday a month, at the service of your choice, and can volunteer for a variety of church programs as your schedule permits. If you're interested please send an email to dupageamehospitality@yahoo.com and someone will contact you.

iCONTACT - To keep better contact with the church membership, this week, via email, you should have received correspondence from the church. If for some reason it did not reach you, please email your address to the church info@dupageamec.org.

ADDRESS UPDATES - If you have recently moved or any of your information has changed, please contact the church office, 630-969-9800, info@dupageamec.org so that we can update our records. Thank you!

"Go ye into all the world … and make disciples!" ~Matthew 28:19 Souls are being saved for Jesus! If you are interested in becoming active please contact Leo Rasberry or the church office about joining the EVANGELISM COMMISSION..

Please note: Anyone setting up a direct funds transfer or direct deposit to the church, please notify the church office PRIOR so that proper credit can be given. Thank you!

All ANNOUNCEMENTS for the church bulletin - concerning activities within the life of the church - please email (info@dupageamec.org), fax,(630-969-9807) or drop off in the office by Wednesday, 12 noon. Thank you.

BAPTISM CLASS - If you've never been baptized or have a child to be baptized you need to attend the Baptism Class, which is held every 3rd Sunday of the month at 10 am in the choir loft with Rev. Lana.

The FOOD PANTRY is in need of GAS CARDS and FOOD CARDS in order to service the requests that have been coming in. Please get in increments of $25, $20, $15, $10. (or more) Thank you.

VIDEOS-CD'S-DVDs-TAPES! DVDs, CD's, Audio & Videotapes of the worship services are available after services. Please see the Media Ministry in the rear of the sanctuary after service or order here on-line.

MEETING SPACE - If you change your regular meeting schedule, please complete the Request for Meeting & Program Space form located outside the church office for proper allocation of rooms.