CONGREGATIONAL CARE
On Tuesday evening, March 9th, Adele Stanley from the Alzheimer's Association of the Midlands will give a presentation entitle WELCOME TO MY WORLD. This presentation will be of particular interest to those who have a parent or loved one suffering from this disease. The presentation will explain the stages of Alzheimer's from a medical perspective, as well as things one can do to make a given day go better for those who are suffering from this disease, as well as for the caregivers and family members. The presentation will be held in room 2205 from 7-8:30 pm. For additional information or questions contact Pastor Faye Stephens, Minister of Congregational Care at the church office.

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE AT MT. HOREB
WHERE: Mt. Horeb Family Life Center
WHEN: Thursday, March 11, 2010 from 3:00-8:00pm
For an appointment, please call Gen Brandel, Helen Corley or Freida at the church office (359-3495). Help us meet our goal of 60 pints. Please give the gift of life.

MISSIONS GOLF TOURNAMENT
Coming May 1, 2010 - The Mt. Horeb Missions Committee will be hosing a captains choice golf outing and everyone is invited. The drives will fly high, the putts will be dropping, and prizes will be plentiful. But we need your help to make this a terrific success. There are many areas where we could use your assistance. Anyone interested in volunteering to help us plan and host this event please contact Tom Tanner at 803-808-3438 or by email at tdtann@yahoo.com

39 AND HOLDING
We are planning to travel to Edgefield, SC on Tuesday, March 16th, for a day of history, artisan's creations, local scenery, lunch ($10ish) and ice cream (extra$)!  We will meet in the church parking lot at 9:00 am and plan to return before 5:00 pm.  Please contact Betty Mathias or Bob & Lynn Pietropaola if you wish to join us!   Visitors are ALWAYS WELCOME!

SENIOR BANQUET TO HONOR THE CLASS OF 2010
High school Seniors...please mark your calendars for a special event in your honor! You and your parents are invited to attend our second annual Senior Banquet set for Thursday, May 6th at 6:15 pm in the Family Life Center. We hope you can join us for a wonderful evening of fellowship along with a seated dinner, great music, an inspiring message and a special blessing as your celebrate this significant milestone in your lives. Invitation and more information will be mailed to each of you in early April, but we know what a busy time this is for graduating seniors, so be sure to save the date!

FAITH CIRCLE
Our next meeting will be Tuesday, March 9th at 11:00 am in room 2211. We will be going out for lunch after the meeting. Newcomers are always welcome! Please remember to bring items for LICS. Any questions call Peggy Como or Helen Corley.

MARCH DATE NIGHT - March 26, 2010
Are you ready for a night out without the kids?  Well, then enjoy our monthly Date Night from 5:30-9:30pm on the 4th Friday of each month.  The charge is $10 per child with a $25 max per family.  Bring supper, drink and anything else your child will need. Click here to register for this month's date night.

COFFEE WITH THE PASTOR
The next Coffee with the Pastor will be on Sunday, March 28, 2010 at 9:00am in the Family Life Center.  This is a great time to get to ask those tough questions and spend some quality time one-on-one with our pastoral staff. You do NOT need an invitation to come.  See you there!!

STEPHEN MINISTRY
If you are interested in Stephen Ministry Training, we are considering a community class within the next month. Please contact Vali Johnson.

Bits and Pieces
WE NEED HELP!!!
Helping Hands Crafters are making various things for the missions and we need your help!  The crafters meet each Wednesday at 10 am in room 2211 and would love to have your join in the fun. Gluing, light sewing, stuffing and a lot of wonderful fellowship are the only experience required. All are welcome! For more information, please contact Helen Corley or Peggy Como.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED...
to assist with Checkpoint computer check-in for families. Minimal computer skills needed. Training will be given. Volunteers are needed for all weekend services and Wednesday nights. Please contact Vicki at the church if interested.

ISRAEL 2011
Pastor Brian will be leading a spiritual pilgrimage to the Holy Land in February 2011.  If you are interested in going, you may also email him at brian@mthorebumc.com.  Discounts are greater if you are registered by March 1, 2010.

INTERESTED IN CO-ED SOFTBALL?
The Mt. Horeb Coed softball team is need men and women to participate in its spring season. If you are interested, please contact Glenn Beach at 803-446-4510 or glennbeach@sc.rr.com

DO YOU ENJOY GREETING OTHERS?
If you would be interested in working at our new Welcome Center on Sunday mornings, please contact carol@mthorebumc.com.

INTRODUCING AGAPE CIRCLE
The newest UMC Circle, the Agape Circle, is a community of women devoted to sharing the selfless love of Christ with each other and in our community. Our meetings provide an opportunity for service, spiritual growth, and fellowship. With the heart for mission and service, we support all of the South Carolina United Methodist Women mission projects, as well as collect and donate "Mommy and Baby" personal care items for LICS. Agape Circle meets at 7:00 pm on the third Tuesday of each month at the church (next meeting is March 16th) where child care is available upon request.  We invite you to share in Agape love-please come! Contact Lisa Vosburgh.

Outreach
GIRL SCOUTS REACH OUT
Girl Scout Troop 2315 has adopted Palmetto Place Children's Shelter as it's community service project this year. You can help by donating the following items: paper towels, Kleenex, toilet tissue, zip lock bags (all sizes), sample size hotel items (soap, shampoo, conditioner, lotion), hand sanitizer or baby wipes. There is a box located in the Narthex for your donations. We appreciate your kindness!

HISPANIC BUS MINISTRY
Child Youth Protection Trained (CYPT) volunteers are needed to ride the bus on Sunday mornings to pick up families in need of transportation to the 10:30 service. These volunteer "riders" are not required to drive the bus, only to ride with the driver and serve as the "second adult" to ensure compliance with our Child Protection Policy. The bus leaves from Mt. Horeb between 9:00-9:15 arriving back on campus at approximately 10:00. For the return trip, the bus leaves immediately following the 10:30 service and returns by around 12:15. Interested? Please contact Lesa at lesa@mthorebumc.com

LOCAL MISSION OPPORTUNITY
Help is needed in assembling and delivering "to go" meals for Nancy K. Perry Children's Shelter on Wednesday nights from 4:30-6:00pm. Please contact Debbie Spangler to help.

ALTAR FLOWER MINISTRY?
Did you know that the beautiful flowers you see on the altar each weekend are a member ministry?  Each week throughout the year, someone signs up to provide those flowers that enhance the beauty of our worship experience. If you would like to be a part of this ministry and reserve altar flowers for one or more weekends in 2010, you may do so by signing up on the Flower Calendar located in the Narthex. If you are interested, please contact Maria at 359-3495 or Maria@mthorebumc.com

On Monday a team divides the altar flowers from Sunday and make beautiful arrangements to take to members who are shut-ins, hospitalized or in nursing homes.  Small sized vases are needed each week, so if you have any lying around the house that you would like to donate, they would be greatly appreciated. You may bring them to the Administrative offices.  Thank you!!!

THE HEART OF THE MATTER
Give or Go: The Haiti Children Project Orphan Relief Fund has been set up. You can mail in donations or go on line at www.haitichildrenproject.org .  Note: "Haiti Disaster Relief Fund" with your donation. This is a 501c3 organization so your gift is tax deductible. We will never lose focus of the great commission in our response and service to the the neediest and most desperate people on this planet. We will make sure you have an opportunity, if you desire, to travel and get hands on this situation with whatever talent God has given you. 100% of any donation will go directly to relief aid. The recovery will be long and slow. The trips will not be as first responders, but as long term relief workers throughout 2010. Once again, pray, and consider how God will use you in this relief effort and sign in at www.haitichildrenproject.org.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO DELIVER MEALS TO SHUT-INS
Did you know that each Wednesday evening, meals are delivered to shut-ins? God has richly blessed this ministry and it has shown great growth. Along with that growth comes the need for more volunteers to deliver meals. If you would like to help; if you would like to receive true joy, please contact Patt Kleckley at msmural@aol.com

CHRIST CARING FOR PEOPLE THROUGH PEOPLE
That's the motto of Stephen Ministry. The Stephen Minister's role is to bring God's love into the lives of people who are going through a difficult time or experiencing a crisis.  What do Stephen Ministers do?  They listen to you, care for you, support and encourage you, and pray with and for you. And in the midst of this confidential one-to-one, caring relationship, God's healing love comes pouring through.  If you, or someone you know, is facing a crisis - large or small - and could benefit from the caring presence of a Stephen Minister, talk to one of our Stephen Leaders: Gary Goodman at 600-7739 or Valli Johnson. Our Stephen Ministers are ready to care for you!

A LITTLE RAY OF SUNSHINE
Would you be willing to take a moment to provide a little sunshine to one of our homebound members?  Please consider sending a card of encouragement to let them know that we care and are praying for them.  Call the church office for this week's member.

LICS UPDATE!!!
At the present time, LICS is in need of jelly, pork and beans, canned pasta, toilet paper, cleaning supplies, laundry and dish detergent. If you would like to donate some of these items, there is a grocery cart located in the Family Life Center foyer in which to place your donations.  Thank you!!

RESPITE CARE MINISTRY
This great group of volunteers ministers to our families of special needs kids by allowing them an evening out while we watch the children.  A great way for you and your family to get involved!  Please contact Sheila Gear at 753-8902 or the church office for more information.