Wow! This past year’s winter was about a month or so late in its arrival, but when it came, it came with great gusto! The good news, of course, is we are so close to spring we can see it and taste it! The psalmist put it this way: “Weeping may linger for the night, but joy comes with the morning” (Psalm 30: 5b). We may experience difficult nights, stress, strain, and some pain, but when the morning comes, there is joy. The psalmist, of course, is speaking metaphori-cally, but we cannot miss the point. With God, death becomes life, despair will lead to hope, winter will give way to three other delightful seasons, and the dawn will break right after the darkest part of the night (early morning).

On Thursday evening, April 2nd, we will gather in the sanctuary for a Maundy Thursday Service whereby we recall the “Last Supper.”

On Good Friday, April 3rd, the sanctuary will be open from 9:00 a.m.—6:00 p.m. for prayer and reflection.

On Sunday, April 5th, after we have wept, we will gather at 10:30 a.m. in the morning to sing again our “Alleluias.” Pastor Phil’s sermon is titled, “When the Sun Had Risen.” And, as you have read in last month’s Impact, the choir will sing the Hallelujah chorus of Handel’s “Messiah.” Please come and celebrate “New Life” this Easter.

The Impact April 2015

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Ponder with the Pastor This New Life… You may recall Bob Vila's home improvement show, “This Old House,” that aired for quite some time on public television. I’m thinking his show served as a model for the numerous home improvement shows on HGTV. I watch them occasionally, because I like how the designers and construction folks are able to take an old home (usually in bad repair or quite dated) and restore it to its former glory. Rather than razing the old structures, folks with vision are able to see the “diamond in the rough.” And, they are will-ing to invest resources of various kinds (time, energy and money) into that which many would not. The transformations that take place are nothing short of miraculous. As we quickly approach Easter, I am reminded of the many transforma-tions that can happen in our lives because of the investment God made in Christ. While many others may look upon us and not see anything worth very much, God, whose vision is better than any of ours, saw (and sees) that which is redemptive. For the new life that happens because of that investment, we are grateful. This gratitude gives us reason to wonder what life would be like if we chose to recycle more and throw away less. What if we modeled our own investment practices after one offered to us by God? What might happen if we divest in a “throw it away” mindset and create (and/or sustain) one that says, “If it is giving you fits and starts, work with it, nurture it, repair it.” But, that requires an investment, doesn’t it? It seems like it has been made too easy for us to junk things when they fail us. There are too many examples to paint such a picture; one article, how-ever, succinctly gets to the heart of what I’m trying to convey. In his December 10, 2014, column in “The Washington Post,” George F. Will reflected on the Eric Garner story. Mr. Garner, as you may recall, was the person who sold a cigarette to someone on the street (it is illegal to do that in New York because of some tax issue). But, not only was he arrested, and taken to the ground and handcuffed for such a “crime,” but he ulti-mately lost his life because, in the “take down,” he was asphyxiated. He died over a cigarette. A garbage collector in Georgia was arrested and received a prison sentence for collecting trash too early in the morning. And, here in Frederick County, there have been questionable police prac-tices that have led to loss of life in some cases, and, in others, mountains have been made out of molehills. Thank goodness God doesn’t work that.

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Will wrote, “Over criminalization has become a national plague. And when more and more behaviors are criminalized, there are more and more occasions for police, who embody the state’s monopoly on legitimate violence, and who fully participate in humanity’s flaws, to make mistakes” (George F. Will, “The Washington Post,” December 10, 2014). And, in a publication titled, “International Centre for Prison Studies,” it was noted that the United States has the highest prison population rate in the world. Half of the roughly 10.2 million people in prisons worldwide are here in the United States (International Centre for Prison Studies, “World Prison Population List,” Roy Walmsley, London, England). In other words, it would appear we aren’t overly interested in reform as much as we are confinement. Of course, there are those who need to serve time: their egregious crimes against other human beings demand that. There are many, however, who need something other than being locked up; their lives ruined. Perhaps what they need is someone or a group of individuals to make an investment in them. And, of course, we would be remiss if we didn’t share with them and each other the new life that is available on account of what we believe resurrection is all about. Blessings,

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Consistory Corner Consistory Minutes of the March 15, 2015 Meeting

The Pastor's Report, the Treasurer, & Improvement Fund reports were presented and approved. Con

Items from Past Meetings: Financial Audit—It is recommended that a basic level of duty separa-tion be put in place. This would involve having one person completing the account reconciliation and a separate person writing checks and making deposits. The committee will continue to review practices and recommend any adjustments that support the individuals completing Glade’s financial tasks. Stewardship Committee—Members of committee; Bob Stull, Alan VenDouern, & Shannon Jordre. Christian Education—The last adult discussion Forum will be “Returning Veterans. Returning Hope.” A curriculum used by many churches to help congregations think both theologically and practically about healing from the trauma of war and learning the meaning of Jesus’ way of peace. The Children’s Sunday School program has been reviewed and scheduled for the next year (2015-16). Lisa reported plans to solicit ideas from the congregation to build an adult program for the next program year. New By-laws/Committee Re-organization—The committee has been formed and work is in progress. Annual Membership Number—As a result of the census work, we moved 27 people to inactive status. We reported in the 2014 CAC annual report 169 members. This is the number on which Glade determines a quorum for congregational meetings. Consistory Meetings—The Consistory meetings will be held the 3rd Sunday of each month directly following the worship service. New Business: Treasurer Position—With the resignation of Chad Weddle, the consistory members are encouraged to identify individuals who can be considered for the treasurer’s position. Pictorial Directory—Christy Yingling has volunteered to lead this project.

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February 2015

Beginning Balance: $2,640.21 Total Income: $9,464.17 Worship Offering: $8,308.00 Sunday School Offering: $56.00 Building Use: $200.00 Rental Income: $900.00 Interest: .17 Total Expenses: $10,863.02 Ending Balance: $1,241.36

Glade General Fund Financial Report

April Assistants Ushers:

Alan & Monica VenDouern

Greeters

April 5—Eva & Luke Baseley April 12— Eva & Luke Baseley April 19—Faye Zimmerman April 26—Faye Zimmerman Acolytes:

April 5—Jessica Saylor April 12—Rylee Remsberg April 19– Ellie Stevens April 26—Sarah VenDouern

Lay Readers: April 5—Nancy Sweet April 12—Cole Stevens April 19—Phyllis Smith April 26—Becky Duncan Nursery: April 5—Patty Green & Elaina Frederick April 12—Jenny & Danny Ogg April 19—Becky Hommer & Lexie Grimm April 26—Carole & Garrett Kreimer

Communion Servers: April 2—Lisa Jordre, John Poole, Alan VenDouern, & Phil Curran April 5—Alan VenDouern, Terry Cornelis, Bonnie Ogg, Joan Hummer, and John Poole

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Dear Friends, I remain humbled by your many cards and the good wishes they contained, the generous gift presented to me, hearing you sing “Happy Birthday,” and the lovely time of fellowship after worship on March 22nd (my 50th birthday). Your kindness is very much appreciated, and words fail to express my deep gratitude. Again, many thanks! Fondly, Phil

Dear Friends at Glade UCC I was so blest by the cheery bag delivered by Betty Baggett with my new friend “Blessings Bear.” My day was cheered and my heart lifted. Thank you so much for the love that sent him. Rita Roberson

The Girl Scouts of Service Unit 37-04, would like to thank you for allowing our girls to use your facility for their meetings and events. We hope you enjoy these two boxes of cookies as a small token of our appreciation. Yours in Scouting, Shannon Hall, Service Unit

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CONGRATULATIONS

CONGRATULATIONS TO

Tyler Jordre for completing the Montgomery County Fire & Rescue Training Academy on March 12, 2015. He also received the Academic Achievement Award of his graduating class. Best wishes, Tyler as you begin your career with the MCFRS.

Tyler is the son of Shannon and Lisa Jordre.

CONGRATULATIONS TO Bryce Zimmerman for making the dean’s list for the fall 2014-15 semester at Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY. Bryce is a second-year student in the industrial engineering pro-gram in RIT’s Kate Gleason College of Engineering. Bryce is the grandson of Shirley & the late Trego Zimmerman.

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On Easter Sunday, April 5th, will be transforming the Rugged Cross into the Cross of Glory by placing flowers on the cross in front of the sanctuary from 10:15 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. (before the worship service). As you enter the sanctuary, please place your flowers on the cross before being seated. Please bring your fresh Spring flowers to adore our Cross of Glory. Flowers will also be available if you are not able to bring flowers.

CONGRATULATIONS

Kara & Ivan Caprarola on the birth of their son, Dawson Edward, born March 4, 2015, weighed 7 pounds , 9 ounces and was 20.5" long . Dawson is the grandson of Brooks & Cathy Widder.

BIRTHS

Holy Week Worship Schedule

April 2nd: Maundy Thursday Service of Communion and Tenebrae April 3rd: Sanctuary open for prayer time—9am-6pm April 5th: Easter Sunday—Celebration of the Resurrection

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The altar flowers enhance the beauty of our sanctuary every Sunday morning. Thanks to everyone who provides the lovely flowers. We have many weeks on our 2015 Altar Flower Sign-up Sheet that have not been spoken for. Please sign up by either signing the sheet for the designated Sunday you wish or contact the office and we will place your name on the sign-up sheet for the designation Sunday you have requested. If you prefer to give a dona-tion towards the Altar Flower Fund, you may do so by contacting, Eva Baseley or the office. We will be using the fund on Sundays that are not specifically designated by someone.

We will be publishing a Pictorial Church Directory. Plans are to schedule the pictures for the Directory in late September and early October with a release date of November. If you can offer a couple hours and help with this project, please contact Christy Yingling at 410-207-2241 or cwolf@cbiz.com

A New Directory is Coming!!!!!

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GIRL’S NITE OUT—May 5, 2015

5:00 p.m.

THEME: W O W: WOMAN OF WORTH

An evening of fun for all ladies and girls…

Bring a dish to share for the potluck dinner.

If you have an old photo of you & your Mom, bring it along to show, along with sharing a favorite memory or piece of advice that “Mom” gave you.

Hope to see you there! Jan D, Carole K. & Becky D, GNO Committee

Graduation

It’s that time again! Time to start thinking about those in our Glade family who will be graduating from high school, college, or technical school. We would like to recognize you in our future Impact. Please contact the office by April 20th if you or a loved one is graduating this year so that we can get the appropriate paperwork sent to them to be return in May to be included in our June Impact and recognized on our Graduate Recognition Sunday, June 7, 2015.

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Care Givers The Care Givers Ministry recently had a breakfast meeting at Bob Evans Restaurant. Despite the traces of snow on the ground, our focus was on Spring & renewal. During our devotional time, I shared this poem, “Easter Bouquet” by June Bacher. Now I share it with you, hoping it will inspire you to show others you care by bringing some joy to “some lonely friend in need,”

I've gathered in an armful Each day I’ll share a petal Of brilliant Easter bloom—- A kindly thought or deed, Reminder of the springtime Wafting love’s aroma to And brevity of gloom. Some lonely friend in need.

Now if I share my flowers It is true they’ll fade away —- By giving it away.

Easter Blessings! In God’s Love, Becky D

Interfaith Housing Alliance

Our 2nd Mile Giving recipient for April is the Interfaith Housing Alliance (IHA). IHA is the region’s leading non-profit housing devel-oper. Since its beginning 20 years ago, thousands of low to moderate income seniors, working families, and individuals have benefitted from their programs and services. IHA relies on the generous donation it receives annually from individuals, businesses, and the faith community. Their programs include home ownership, rental homes, and supportive services.

There are a variety of ways to donate and they gladly accept gifts of property, goods and services, as well as time and talent.

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Happenings Around the Community Honduras Mega-Reunion

Greetings to all who have traveled to and/or care about Honduras.

The Catoctin Association Honduras Partnership took their last house building trip to Honduras in January, where they experienced a won-derful farewell celebration with residents of Brisa del Sur and mem-bers of Iglesia Betel.

They will be celebrating here with everyone who has participated on the work trips, contributed money to the scholarship funds, or has been involved in this project in any way. The purpose will be not only to celebrate our 15 years of service but also to talk about the continuation of the scholarship fund.

Sunday, April 19, 2015, 3:00—7:00 p.m. Evangelical Reformed United Church of Christ, Frederick, MD

Come reunite and share memories with old friends Bring your photos, food to share (appetizer, main dish, salad or dessert) and beverage to share. Lemonade and Iced tea will be provided.

Glade Guild

At the March 22nd Guild Meeting, the ladies prepared 11 Spring Baskets filled with goods for our members who are not able to worship with us on Sundays. The

ladies enjoy preparing these little tokens of love to express that we miss them sitting in

the pews beside us on Sunday mornings.

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SPRING DINNERS 2015 REPORT

I want to express our Thanks to you! Many supported these dinners by coming to help at the Walkersville Fire Hall. Some prayed, others gave monetary support, some brought requested items such as sugar or decaf. coffee. Some sewed, baked, cooked, or crafted, and many shared their talents. We are grateful for each of you! Many tasks were accomplished for successful Spring Dinners and Bazaar. We had heavy snow the day before the dinners. Many thanks to those who were able to get the prep work accomplished that day!

The first week of February we sent around 429 flyers by bulk mail to our mailing list, while others were notified by e-mail. Five radio sta-tions also received flyers as well. Ads were also placed in the F.N.P. Many phone calls were made.

On Friday night we served 260 dinners, and Saturday 468 dinners were served. 728 dinners served total, 85 of which were carry outs. Tip jars on the tables netted $138. The craft table profit was $422. and the bake table earned $1093.75 Seventy one gallons of oys-ters were used, at a cost of $60. a gallon.

We are grateful for the use of the beautiful Walkersville Fire Hall, the fire company members who helped us, local Girl Scout troop, 4-H members and the Glade Youth group, and all of the leaders who per-formed many hours of work.

Thanks for your support!

Fall Dinner dates are November 6 and 7. See you there!

With gratitude, The Glade Guild

Walkersville Day Saturday, May 16th

The Glade Guild will again this year participate in the Walkersville Day. We will be serving breakfast sandwiches as well as lunch items & a bake table. Please contact one of the Guild members if you would like to help on April 16th or donate items for the bake table. Thanks!

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Prayer Shawl Ministry The members met on March 18th for fellowship and catching up on our projects. It was great to be together again after a few months of not being able to meet.

Our next meeting will by April 15th at Wegman’s at 6:00 p.m.

Anyone that would love to join our group, please see Connie Rough.

Sunday School Singers

The last two performances of our Sunday School Singers before the summer break will be: April 12, 2015 & May 10, 2015

Christian Education The Christian Education Committee meets the 2nd Sunday of every month immediately after the worship service.

They are planning the 2015-16 curriculum for the Adult Forum Class and requesting your help in selecting the topics that we would like to see as part of the curriculum. Please take a moment and submit your ideas to Lisa Jordre.

Thanks to all that came out and sponsored the 15th Annual Donna Rough Bingo. In spite of the weather earlier on that day, we had a good turn out and everyone enjoyed the evening. The event raised over $3,000 for the Mission & Outreach Committee and the general fund. Thanks!

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Mission & Outreach

INTRODUCING “CANA” CHRISTIAN ADULTS NURTURING ANOTHER The Graceham Moravian congregation has initiated a new singles’ ministry whose purpose will be to provide unmarried women and men over the age of 30 with Christ-honoring activities in a spiritually nurturing and supportive environment, where be God’s grace, healthy, lasting relationships characterized by mutual love, honor and care may develop and grow. We are inviting men and women from churches located in the Walkersville and Catoctin feeder school areas to attend this ministry.

Plans are to meet monthly at the church for a meal provided by the church followed by a social activity and a time for sharing concerns. Donations will be accepted to cover expenses. It is part of the vision that the group would participate in a variety of service opportunities in local congregations. All dinners will be held in Fellowship Hall in the basement at the church at 8231A Rocky Ridge Road, Thurmont, Md. Please contact Joy Flickinger (Joy42656@aol.com) or Judy Beall.

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We provided Mission of Mercy (MOM) with 2nd Mile Giving funds each year and in 2014 we made a donation of $2,500 in Connie Walker’s name for the purchase of a new mobile clinic. MOM holds regular donor tours of their facilities. I have gone on one of these and found it very worthwhile. You get to see the full opera-tion at Frederick Church of the Brethren and speak with senior people in the organization as well as tour the mobile clinic. Upcoming dates are all of Mondays from 10-11 on April 6th and April 20th. To attend, RSVP to Lindsay Fisher at 301-682-5683 x201 or lfisher@amissionofmercy.org.

Adriane

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Please support this fundraiser to honor the memory of Connie Walker and to celebrate her commitment to the Mission & Outreach projects of this church.

Connie’s husband Dan Patrell, with the help of local business owners, is organizing the ConnieFab51 Skittles Tournament, which will benefit Glade’s Mission & Outreach Team and the Skittles Tournament’s winner’s designated charity.

Skittles is a centuries-old tabletop bowling game that utilizes a spinning top. Players spin a top from its entry gate where it continues to move and knock down (or not) the wooden pins, or “skittles,” as they used to be called. Underneath each pin is a point value (some positive, some negative). In the Skittles Tournament, two players compete against each other, and the player with the higher score advances to the next ‘round.’ In event of a tie, the play-ers re-spin. At the end of the tournament, the player who has advanced to and won the final round receives half of all donations received for his or her designated charity. The remaining funds will support the work of our own Mission & Outreach Team.

For complete details, visit http://conniefab50.com. If you have questions, please speak with Tom or Marlene England. Thanks in advance for your support.

What: The ConnieFab51 Skittles Tournament When: Thursday, April 9th, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. Where: Weinberg Center for the Performing Arts 20 West Patrick Street, Downtown Frederick

Cost: $51 to play – register online or make a donation at http://conniefab50.com Why: To win cash for your designated charity! Glade’s Mission & Outreach Team receives half of all funds raised.

ConnieFab51 Skittles TournamentConnieFab51 Skittles Tournament Thursday, April 9thThursday, April 9th

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100 percent of the monies raised goes to the winning charities. Players play for her or his designated nonprofit—and bragging rights. The tournament is open to all nonprofits. The two requirements are that the nonprofit has a 501c3 status with the IRS (if you don’t know, ask you nonprofit). The second requirement is that your nonprofit cannot be electoral in nature. ♦ 47.5% of all funds raised will go toward the Glad UCC M&O team ♦ 47.5% of all funds raised will go toward the charity whose players

wins the tournament ♦ The remaining 5% will be awarded to a second-chance drawing for

any nonprofit that didn’t wine. At the end of the event, we will ran-domly pick one nonprofit to win the remaining5% of the proceeds.

Glade’s proceeds from the 2014 Skittles Tournament & from donations in Connie's name were used to provide: ♦ Four $400 scholarships for school children via the Honduras Part-

nership Program ♦ Funds for the Frederick Center to pay for a counselor to help

LGBTQ youth in the program. ♦ School supply kits through Church World Service. ♦ Meals from Glade’s church supper for our Food Bank guests. ♦ Funds to support the purchase of Mission of Mercy’s new mobile

clinic.

Thanks to all that Support this Tournament in Memory of Connie Walker!

Food Bank Item for April

The GVCS Food Bank has request donations of Cereal, baking items (cake mixes & Prepared Icing), canned fruit, canned pasta, peas, boxed instant potatoes & toilet tissue for the month of April. In addition to food donations, cash donations are also accepted by the Glade Valley Community Services at P. O. Box 655, Walkersville, MD 21793

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Glade Youth Group

A big “thank you” to all of our youth who participated in our Youth Sunday Worship Service; “The Perfect Gift.” A wonderful message letting us be aware it isn’t always the materialistic gifts that means the most. GOD IS GOOD!

BROADWAY IS COMING TO GLADE!!

The Glade Youth Group will be performing “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” on Friday, May 15th at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, May 17th at 12:30 p.m.

Come and watch this amazing group of actors sing and dance their way through the story of Joseph.

The cost is $10 per adult, $5 for children, ages 5-12, and under 5, free.

The youth group is raising money to fund their work trip.

Snacks and drinks will be sold during intermission at both perform-ances and lunch will be sold prior to Sunday’s performance. Come and Support the Youth Group!!

CALLING ALL HANDS! Can you paint? Sew? Bake? Hammer? Saw?.....the Youth Group needs your help! Anyone who can offer a couple of hours in helping with the scenery, costumes, etc. for the Youth Groups production of Joseph will be called our “hero.” If you can help, please contact Christy Yingling at 410-207-2241 or cwolf@cbiz.com. Thanks!

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Our Spring Clean up day at the church is scheduled for April 25th, 9:00 a.m. to Noon. Please come and help with the spring cleaning. We have many pro-jects that needs to be done during this clean up. Please come out an help us this year!

Property Committee

GYG Play Rehearsal Schedule Everyone needs to attend the Dress Rehearsal.

03/22/15 5:30-7:30 03/29/15 5:30-7:30 04/05/15 5:30-7:30 04/12/15 5:30-7:30 04/19/15 5:30-7:30 04/26/15 5:30-7:30 05/03/15 5:30-7:30 05/10/15 5:30-7:30 Dress Rehearsal: week of 05/10--will decide once we know everyone’s Spring Schedule

Dinner will be provided at all rehearsals; however, we will not eat right at 5:30, we will eat around 6:15.

The week of February 9th the social hall and stage floor was refinished. The Antietam Flooring completed the work. Thanks to all who helped clear and replaced the furnishings to the areas.

The floors looks beautiful!

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Birthdays

4/01 Timothy Lenhart Irene Weddle 4/02 Henry Puhl lll 4/04 Kelsey Fogle 4/05 Mehrle Ramsburg Sam Baseley Emma Lochner 4/06 Melvin Trail Timothy Saylor Taylor Angleberger Faith Keller John Poole 4/08 Jenna Ogg Katie Roberts 4/10 Madison Borison 4/11 Cathy Widder Kylie Zimmerman 4/12 Ron Rough 4/13 Ellie Stevens Debbie Nester 4/14 Jennifer Ray 4/16 Jane Sappington Andrew Keller

4/17 Tim Dinterman Grayson Roberts 4/18 Roger Musser Tami Hakenson 4/19 Kim Schubert Grace Garst 4/20 Daniel Austill 4/22 Irene Whitmore 4/22 Faye Zimmerman 4/23 Cindy Cramer 4/25 Ian Borison Nora Veith 4/26 Becky Reickel Lisa Smith Keara Byrd Allison Wilcom Mary Mason Tala Mott 4/27 Elizabeth Lake Mia Ogg 4/28 Bob Saylor 4/30 Florence Garst Jane Susi

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April 2 7:00 p.m. Maundy Thursday Service April 3 9:00 a.m.-6;00p.m. Good Friday—Church Open April 5 EASTER SUNDAY 10:15 a.m. Adorning the Cross 10:30 a.m. Worship Service—”Celebration of the Resurrection” April 6 7:30 p.m. Worship Committee Meeting April 12 10:30 a.m. Sunday School Singers Sing 11:30 a.m. Christian Ed Committee Meeting 11:30 a.m. Glade Players Meeting 11:30 a.m. M&O Meeting April 15 6:00 a.m. Prayer Shawl Meeting April 19 11:30 a.m. Glade Players Meeting 3:00 p.m. Honduras Reunion April 20 Deadline for Submitting Names of 2015 Graduates April 25 9:00 a.m. Church Clean Up Day

Anniversaries

4/01 Jessica & Richard Bailey 4/18 Shelby & Timothy Saylor 4/20 Kathy & David Tober 4/20 Marsha & Wayne Bruchey

Dates to Remember