Greetings Brethren & Magandang Umaga (Good Morning),

     Nissa, Hannah and I are wishing you all a Happy Sabbath from Davao in the southern province of Mindanao. As Friday begins for you all back home, we are watching the sunset here in Davao, welcoming the sabbath after a long day. The past two days have been very exciting and challenging as we are learning how to navigate in a foreign culture. The brethren have been encouraging, hospitable, and very helpful on many levels. We are making wonderful memories with each one and learning just how much we all have in common. Thank you all for the prayers and have a wonderful Sabbath.

Mabuhay,
Ryan Hall

For the Youth - Bible Trivia:

1. While on a boat during a great storm, men marveled at Jesus because even what obeyed Him?
*Hint: Matthew 8:23-27

2. To whom did God say, “I am who I am…. Say to the children of Israel, I AM has sent me to you”?
*Hint: Exodus 3:13-14

3. What was in the pot which was first placed before the Lord (before the Testimony), then later placed inside the Ark of the Covenant?
*Hint: Exodus 16:32-34, Hebrews 9:2-5

Announcements:

1. North Canton Service Times:

• April 20th - 2:00 PM
• April 27th - 2:00 PM

2. Youngstown Service Times:

• April 20th - 2:00 PM

• April 27th - 2:00 PM

3. Sabbath School: Sabbath School will take place on 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. 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.)

6. Online Donations and Holy Day Offerings: Our apologies for the inconvenience, but the Church’s donation website is currently undergoing maintenance due to circumstances beyond our control. It is highly likely that the donation website may not be functioning before the upcoming Days of Unleavened Bread, and therefore unable to process online Holy Day offerings. Please bear with us as we work to restore it to normal operation. In the meantime, we have 3 options that you may use to submit Holy Day offerings: 1) wait for the website functionality to be restored and then indicate for which days the offering was intended, 2) use your bank’s online bill pay and include a note in the memo letting us know for which Holy Day the offering was intended, or 3) consider using your green offering envelope on the Holy Day or by mail to send in your offering. Thank you for your understanding.
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. Troyer’s Hollow Campout: Mark your calendars for the Annual Troyer’s Hollow Campout June 21-23, 2024! Nestled in the scenic hills of Amish Country near Charm, Ohio, Troyer’s Hollow in the Doughty Valley, it has a long tradition within the local community and the church as a relaxing retreat. A beautiful creek winds through the secluded canyon hollow where we will camp. We have the entire property for two days, and one side on Sunday. Activities planned include a Friday evening Bible Study (8:00 PM), Potluck at Noon, Sabbath Services (2:00 PM), kettle popcorn over the fire, and many campfire discussions.

The campground has covered pavilions with a small kitchen, nicely maintained bathrooms, and shower facilities.  Tent camping is most popular, though there are a few RV/Camper sites.  There are also hotels in the area for brethren who are non-campers.  Please contact Mary Miller or Susan Miller to make your reservations, especially for RVs and campers. 

Please plan to provide your own meals and drinks, aside from the Sabbath Potluck where everyone shares in providing and enjoying the meal with abundance. Don’t forget your camping chairs.

Cost: by donation (a donation box will be available) - Arrival Time: Friday, June 21 after 3 PM                     Departure: Sunday, June 23 by 2 PM

Nearby hotels are available for those who do not wish to camp. Alcohol is prohibited on the property.

If you wish to come, or just have questions, please contact Mary Miller (mary@crawfordmfg.com, 330-204-6972) or Susan Miller (330-204-1756)

10. 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.