Lenten Bible Study
Join us for a six week study beginning Wednesday, February 24, at 7:00 PM in the conference room. The study is called The Easter Experience, a study about the significance of the passion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. What if what happened then changes everything now?

Celebrate Recovery
Celebrate Recovery meets every Tuesday at 7:00 PM. Refreshments are served in the Welcome Center. Contact the church office or Pastor Dave at 759.8921.

The purpose of Celebrate Recovery is to fellowship and celebrate God's healing power in our lives through the 8 Recovery Principles found in the Beatitudes and Christ-centered 12 steps. This experience allows us to be changed. We open the door by sharing our experiences, victories, and hopes with one another. In addition, we become willing to accept God's grace in solving our life problems. By working and applying these Biblical principles, we begin to grow spiritually. We become free from our addictive, compulsive, and dysfunctional behaviors. This freedom creates peace, serenity, joy, and most importantly, a stronger personal relationship with God and others. As we progress through the principles and the steps, we discover our personal, loving and forgiving Higher Power-JESUS CHRIST.

WORK FOR GOD, the wages are eternal life.
Opportunity: MISSSION TRIP to HENDERSON SETTLMENT for ADULTS and FAMILIES
The Outreach Team annually tries to organize a work team to go to Henderson Settlement in Frakes, Kentucky for one week (Sunday to Saturday). The cost is $180/person plus travel and project materials. The project(s) will be selected after we have a team organized. All youth must be accompanied by a parent and/or adult authorized by their parent. No child care is available. For more information about Henderson Settlement go to www.hendersonsettlment.com If we get enough response we can ask other area churches to join us. Please let Clay or Dara known of your interest as soon as possible.

Adult Sunday School Programs

Book Study: Celebration of Discipline: The Path To Spiritual Growth
by Richard J. Foster
The study will be guided by Bruce Eaton.
"Hailed by many as the best modern book on Christian spirituality and described by Christianity Today as one of the ten best books of the twentieth century, Celebration of Discipline explores the "classic Disciplines" of the Christian faith. Along the way, Foster shows that it is only by and through these practices that the true path to spiritual growth can be found." Foster is a Quaker and like Donald Miller and C.S. Lewis, can't (or won't allow himself to) be put in a neat, tidy box.

Marriage and Family Life
Led by John and Julie Suckow, this class is for those who desire a relaxed Christian atmosphere in which to discuss current events and life experiences. Topics of study are decided on by the group.

Faithlinks
This class, led by John Brewer, is an informal discussion group connecting faith and life as United Methodists. The class topics change weekly based on current issues and how they relate to our faith.

"From Genesis to Revelation - Hitting the Highlights"
Led by John Eddy, this is a new adult class. We will go through the main events that we've all heard about and put them into a time line to see how they relate to each other. From the Old Testament to the New Testament you'll realize God's continual love and patience.

Adult Programs offered during the week:

WOW - Women of the Word - every Monday at 9:30 AM
Women of the Word (WOW) meets on Monday mornings from 9:30 - 11:30 for Bible Study, fellowship and encouragement. On January 25th, we will begin a new study entitled Seeking Him – Experiencing the Joy of Personal Revival. Are you tired of trying to be a good Christian? Are you overloaded and worn out with church activities? Do you sometimes feel like you’re just going through the motions of the Christian life? Do you often find yourself running on empty spiritually? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then perhaps God is calling you to something deeper. Maybe you’re ready to experience personal revival! Please join us for this 12 week study.
Sign up in the Welcome Center. Women of all ages are invited and welcome to attend. For more information contact Diane Kofahl at the church office.

Disciple Bible Study
We will be offering an in depth Bible study for all interested in gaining more details and insight of God's presence, promise and instructions for us. This study is great for both the beginner and the seasoned Bible student. The Disciple I course will start in early September and will be lead by John Eddy. For more information contact John Eddy at 741.9441 or Pastor Kofahl at 759.8921.

Women God Can Lead Bible Study
We will meet on the second MONDAY of the month from 7:00-9:00 PM. This year, we will be moving through various topics and answering some specific questions. See our church calendar for more information: http://www.clarencechurch.com/Events.php. Feel free to invite a friend or a neighbor for this unique evening. All women are welcome.

Ruth Circle
The Ruth Circle meets once a month on Wednesday mornings at 10 AM. All senior ladies of the church, as well as new members and guests are always welcome. Please call the church office for location of meetings.

Library News
The church library has recently acquired some items that might be of interest to you. We have a book by Tony Campoco, one entitled Amish Peace. Our DVD collection has added some Veggie Tales for children, Fireproof, and Joshua from the book by Joseph Girzone. We also are subscribing to the magazine called W.N.Y. Heritage. Stop by and check out our new arrivals.

KIDZONE HELPERS NEEDED
Volunteers are needed to lead KidZone. During the sermon time children from ages preschool through second grade are invited to participate in Kidzone. Materials are provided and we need your help to continue this ministry. If you would like to help, call PJ Pasieka at 759.8921