Greetings Brethren,

     I just wanted to personally say “Thank You” for the recent support you all provided during a difficult time. I was reminded of those faithful words written by James in James 5:16. “The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.” It was obvious that the strength I needed to keep walking when I felt so burden and overwhelmed with grief, came from those prayers you gave on my behalf. In addition, each call, email, and text delivered a well-timed burst of encouragement I needed and I greatly appreciated each one.

     Thank you all for being there as tools in the hand of God to support me! In the words of Paul, “I thank my God upon every remembrance of you, always in every prayer of mine making request for you all with joy, for your fellowship in the gospel from the first day until now, 6 being confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ; just as it is right for me to think this of you all, because I have you in my heart, inasmuch as both in my chains and in the defense and confirmation of the gospel, you all are partakers with me of grace. For God is my witness, how greatly I long for you all with the affection of Jesus Christ.” (Philippians 1:3-6)

With my deepest Love,
Ryan Hall

For the Youth - Bible Trivia:

1. In Jacob’s dream about a ladder that reached from Earth to Heaven, what did he see going up and down it?
*Hint: Genesis 28:10-12

2. What type of answer has the ability to turn away wrath? Bonus: What type of words stir up strife?
*Hint: Proverbs 15:1

3. What did the Roman soldiers use to make a crown for Jesus as part of their mockery of him?
*Hint: Matthew 27:26-31

Announcements:

1. North Canton Service Times:

• April 13th - 11:00 AM
• April 20th - 2:00 PM

2. Youngstown Service Times:

• April 13th - 2:00 PM - (Potluck following services)

• April 20th - 2:00 PM

3. Sabbath School: Sabbath School will take place on the sabbaths of April 13 and April 27.
4. Women's Lunch & Bible Study: The next meeting will take place on May 19th. We hope you can join us for an afternoon Bible study and charcuterie lunch followed by our first paint and sip. Our location will again be at The Stark District Library - North Branch 189 25th St NW Canton, 44709.
5. Anita Showers: Anita will be undergoing surgery Monday the 15th for bladder and colon complications at Akron General Hospital.   Please pray for God's guiding hands and a quick recovery.
6. Spring Holy Days: Passover (service): Sunday evening April 21st – (For baptized members only) Location: North Canton @ Gateway Conference Center & Youngstown @ Holiday Inn Express (Austintown) Service time: 8:15pm

Night To be Much Observed: Monday evening, April 22nd (Please make sure you have plans and if you need help, let us know asap). North Canton - For those who are interested - We’re planning a splendid evening here at the Gateway in North Canton for the Night to Be Observed for the whole congregation. The main meal will be catered. There’ll be no charge for the meal. There is a menu and signup sheet on the table. We invite you to sign up at your earliest convenience. Please see Susan Miller or Debbie Kuhns for more information or if you have any ideas on how to make the evening special. Youngstown - Nora will be hosting at her home once again. More details coming soon.

First Day of Unleavened Bread: Tuesday, April 23rd, (North Canton/Youngstown) (Offering will be collected) - Location: Gateway Conference Center - 5441 Global Gateway North Canton, OH 44320. Service Time: 2:00 PM - Please bring your favorite UNLEAVENED Snack to share with the brethren after services.

Last Day of Unleavened Bread: Monday, April 29th Combined with North Canton/Youngstown, Cleveland. (Offering will be collected) Location: Shay Hollow Country Club – 4865 Wales Ave NW Massillon, OH 44646. Service Times: 10:30am & 2:00pm. Catered Meal between services (LDUB. Menu and sign up are the information table Count and payment for the meal is due no later than April 22nd. Check mailing information and envelopes are on the information table. Any questions ask Debbie Kuhns.)

7. Sight & Sound Production of "The Story of Ruth": Performance of Ruth in Sugarcreek June 12th:

Please sign up now as we are quickly reaching our reserved seat limitations. The cost will be $46.00 per person (including children). Payment is due by May 25th. Envelopes and check information are on the information table. If you have any questions, please contact Debbie Kuhns.

8. Garage Sale / Fundraiser: We need your extras!  Susan Miller is planning a garage sale at their house during the Sugarcreek Garage Sales, May 9 & 10th. The idea is to sell our stuff as a fundraiser for our N. Canton Building Fund. We need your donations! We also need help on the sale days.  Please see Susan about contributions and drop off times.
9. ABC Sampler: Mark your calendars, on the Sabbath of July 27th, we will be hosting an ABC Sampler in North Canton. For all those who would like to attend, there will be sessions presented by ABC instructors before and after services. We are still in the planning stage at this time and more information will be coming.

If I’ve overlooked anything, Please let me know ASAP.