For the Youth - Bible Trivia:

1. What did Samuel name the stone that he set up as a memorial of God helping Israel in a battle against the Philistines?
*Hint: 1 Samuel 7:10-15

2. Where did Jesus instruct Peter to do in order to get the money to pay the requested temple tax?
*Hint: Matthew 17:24-27

3. What did Adam and Eve use to cover themselves after eating of the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil? Bonus: What did God use to make their clothes?
*Hint: Genesis 3:6-8, 21

Announcements:

1. North Canton Service Times:

• February 24th - 2:00 PM - (Potluck to follow services)
• March 2nd - 2:00 PM

2. Youngstown Service Times:

• February 24th - 11:00 AM
• March 2nd - 2:00 PM -

3. Sabbath School: (North Canton) The next Sabbath school will take place tomorrow, February 24th.
4. Ray Murdock: Ray Murdock died Friday morning around 10:30 am. His suffering is now over and he sleeps, awaiting the promised resurrection. Please keep Ruth and the family in your prayers as they grieve the loss of their dear loved one. We will update you all as soon as Ray’s funeral arrangements are finalized. Cards of condolences can be sent to Ruth and family at 4157 Bassett Rd Atwater, OH 44201.
5. Spring Holy Days: The Spring Feast are just around the corner. More information will come concerning meeting locations and times. Dates are, Passover (service): Sunday evening April 21st, Night To be Much Observed: Monday evening, April 22nd, First Day of Unleavened Bread: Tuesday, April 23rd, Last Day of Unleavened Bread: Monday, April 29th
6. Council of Elders Meetings: The next quarterly meetings are scheduled to take place during the week of February 26th- 29th. Your prayers for God’s guidance are greatly appreciated.
7. Midwest Teen Prom 2024: We are very excited to announce that we have booked a second year at the Encore Hotel in Berlin, Ohio, for the annual UCG Midwest Teen Prom! It will be on Saturday, March 16, 2024. The Encore Hotel provided a gorgeous setting for the prom and spacious venue for the church service last year, so we are very excited to be able to return. At this time, we have reserved the entire hotel for our prom weekend so we should have a very special experience for all of the teens and their families again this year.

This annual event welcomes over 100 teens from states all around the country. The weekend includes a Friday evening pizza social for families arriving from out of town. The next day a special Sabbath service will be geared towards teens. The evening will include a formal dinner and dance for teens aged 12–19. We are hoping parents and family members will be able to attend the senior recognition just before the dinner. Sunday includes a sports event with volleyball, basketball and more social time. We hope that you’ll join us!

The cost for the prom and dinner is $50 per person. Registration is open until Feb. 18. We had a gorgeous and special prom last year. We are looking forward to another amazing year! Registration forms, schedule, and hotel information can be found at midwestteenprom.com.

If you have any questions, please contact Sabrina Massie by email: sabrinamassie13@gmail.com or phone/text: (919) 943-9966. We look forward to seeing everyone at the prom next year!

8. Lehigh Valley Sabbath, Dinner/Dance: The UCG, Lehigh Valley, PA congregation is planning a special Sabbath, Dinner/Dance and we'd love to have you join us, the details are below. In addition to the dinner/dance, we are working to provide a day of various sports activities on Sunday March 31st, but as of right now that is not confirmed. If we can make this happen, we will forward that information along to you.

Sabbath Services and Dinner Dance

Date: March 30, 2024

Location: Northampton Banquet & Event Center - 1601 Laubach Ave Northampton, PA 18067

Time:  The doors will open at 3:00 PM and Sabbath services will begin at 4:00 PM. Dinner will be served around 6:15 PM and the dance will begin around 7:30 PM (sunset), the dance will conclude around 10:15 PM.

Meal: The meal will include the following:  Salad, Dinner Rolls, Baked Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Buttered Noodles, Yellow and Green Beans, Carrot Medley and Ziti with Red Sauce.

We will have an open bar featuring soda, juice, beer, wine and a Shirley Temple fountain.

Cost: (A = $30- 21 & Older), (B = $25- 13-20), (C= $20- Ages 5-12), (D= Free- Ages 4 & Under)

When paying, please indicate which age bracket and how many in that age bracket you are paying for. We need to give this count to the venue. You can use the letters or the prices as shown in the example - (Example: A-2, B-1, C-1, D-2) or (Ex: $30-2, $25-1, $20-1, Free-2)

Payment: Payment must be received by March 15th There are 2 payment options:

(1.) Make a check out to “UCG Bethlehem” Mail to: Rachel Massie 528 N. Kemp St Kutztown, PA 19530 (2.)Venmo your payment to: @Rachel-Massie-10

Accommodations: We've reserved a block of rooms at the nearby Holiday Inn Express for Friday night and Saturday night. You don’t need to stay both nights to get the reduced rate. When making your reservations, just tell them you are with “United Church of God”, and they will give you the special rate of $129 (not including tax) for 2 Queen beds.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites - 3375 High Point Boulevard Bethlehem, PA 18017

610-882-2255

Hotel Link:  https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/bethlehem/blmrt/hoteldetail

            There are other hotels in the area if you would prefer to stay somewhere other than the HIE.

SUNDAY ACTVITY: We have been able to reserve a gym for our sporting activities on Sunday March 31st. The facility is a local YMCA, and it is located at 430 E. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018. The YMCA is approximately 11 minutes from the Holiday Inn Express that was referenced in our first announcement. We will have use of the gyms from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The facility has a basketball gym and a gym for volleyball. Unfortunately, the gyms are small and they have very little, if any, seating in the gyms, to watch the games. There is a common area where we will be able to sit and fellowship, and we will offer some activities for our younger children, during the day as well. Snacks and drinks will be available throughout the day, and we are also planning to offer pizza from Domino's around lunch time.

All are welcome to join us and we hope you will. Please keep the deadline in mind for registration and payment, which is March 15th. The weekend is sure to be filled with fun and fellowship!

If you have any questions, please feel free to send me an email or call:

rachlmassie@gmail.com / Call or Text:  484-350-4501

9. Virtual Pinewood Derby 2024: Are you looking to add some fun and excitement to those short winter days? The UCG New England Pinewood Derby is back. Get in on the action! Sunday, March 10, will be another race to remember. This family-oriented frenzy will be jam-packed with dazzling colors, mind-blowing creativity and blinding speed. Whether you are an experienced pro or a first-time racer, you are going to love the thrills and spills on the track. Dance to the music, be entertained by expert commentary and see who will go home with a trophy. You’ll get to vote for your favorite car and witness first hand who has the fastest derby car. Join us in person or enjoy the festivities live on the webcast. See registration details here. Registration ends Feb. 26. We’ll see you on the track.
10. Wamatochick Weekend: Young adults (18-35) are invited to join their brothers and sisters for the third annual UYA Wamatochick Weekend February 23-26, 2024 for a winter weekend in the pines of Northern Arizona. This year's theme will be "Fan the Flame" (II Timothy 1:6 ESV) and the presentations will invite and encourage us to be proactive in growing our relationship with God. The Sabbath will include church services, and sessions in the afternoon on topics close to our hearts, all connecting back to the theme. Sunday will feature additional sessions as well as indoor and outdoor activities including hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking, weather permitting. Everyone is welcome to stay an additional night to extend the weekend into Monday to enjoy more fellowship and activity time.

Married and single (18-35) are welcome. Cost is $150 per person, including sleeping arrangements, and 7 meals. Camp is outside of Prescott Arizona, and the Phoenix Airport is a 2 hour drive from camp. Please text or email Erin Merritt if you are interested in attending, or for more information. 425.686.0462 or penguinseed@icloud.com We hope to see you there!

11. 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.
12. Italy Feast Site: The Feast in Italy this year will be in the Tuscany region along the sunny shores of the Mediterranean Sea.  Tuscany is the official UCG festival site. Some members have been contacted and invited to Sabaudia for the Feast. Sabaudia is not a UCG Feast site and Angelo DiVita is no longer a minister in UCGIA. Any communication from him should be ignored. 

Our hotel in Tuscany is a full-service facility including a spa, pool and restaurant located just yards from the Sea. We will have the entire premises for ourselves. Included in the daily room rate are three meals daily, served together as a group

Additional details can be found at feast.ucg.org or the February 15 Home Office Update.

Registration will begin soon once the website link is finalized.  The opening date of registration will be announced about a week in advance, so check the Italian Feast webpage every few days if you seriously intend to register.

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