Picnics Coming Soon!

Hi Guys,

Save the date for our drama team Kickoff Picnic on Friday August 28th beginnning at 6pm. (More details coming soon.) The all Creative Arts picnic is coming up, and as I mentioned before I unfortunately will be out of town. But that doesn’t mean you need to miss out on the fun! Below is a note from Butch about the details. Have fun, and I’ll see you on the 28th!

“Howdy Arts Team!

Just a reminder that our Arts Team Picnic is coming up soon! We need you to RSVP if you have not already done so to artspicnic@gccwired.com with your name and the number of folks you’ll be bringing.
Remember:

• Bring your family.

• Bring a dish to share if you can – desserts, sides, finger foods (we’ll supply the main stuff.)

• Bring lawn chairs and blankets.

• Friday August 7th, 6:30PM – 9PM
Kim and Brad Stewarts House

10061 Harrison Road

Osceola, IN 46561

• We are going to have fun!

See You There!

Butch WhitmirePastor of Creative Arts”

See you all on the 28th! Here are some pics from last year:

A Note from Brian

To all bug drama cast members and directors,

Thanks so much for a great run! Here’s a note from Brian Davis and the All-stars department:

Kristin,

I just wanted say thank you for all the energy and work you and your team have put into the Penguin Room drama’s this summer. The costuming, makeup, acting…everything has been absolutely top notch and far exceeded everyone’s expectations! I dare say willow creek could take some lessons from you guys on this one. You and your team have made the children’s ministry compelling and exciting through using your gifts in dramatic arts. There are very few churches that I know of that can accomplish the quality and beauty of art that your team has demonstrated this summer. Your service and ministry to children is very much appreciated here!

Brian

Hope to see you all at the Drama team kickoff on August 28th!

Bugs go out with a Buzzzz!

Our last of the summer bug dramas was awesome! "The Unteachables" was all about having a humble and teachable spirit--much like our amazing sermon on pride upstairs!It was an amazing parent/child pairing of Diane and Billie Bennett and Luke with his dad, Larry Richey, directing. Great job, team! A great ending to our fabulous summer of bugs! Thanks to all who took part!

For more snapshots visit: http://picasaweb.google.com/laurengb4/Bugs6#

Golfisode Hilarity

Join me in applauding Butch, Mark, Paul and Greg on their hilarious performances in the first 2 of 4 "Golfisodes" for the Sandtraps series. Great example of subtle humor and playing off each other. Way to go, guys!

Caterpillows rock!

Lori did a great job directing Mary (narrator) and John and Ryan (Caterpillows) in an excellent drama about work ethic. It fit exactly with the message the adults heard upstairs! We are helping families take steps toward Christ together. Way to go, team!

Turning Point All Stars has some New faces!

Great job, Fletch, Larry, Ryan along with some new faces to the Turning Point team Phil and Johhny! Sherry also did an excellent job of directing! Great job, team! You are investing in an amazing program that teaches kids in tough situations about how to handle their feelings in the context of the love of God. Way to go !

Summer Bugs Rockin' On!

This weekend's bug drama starring Kelly, Jacob, Cayla and Dalene (who also directed) was all about honesty. And honestly, it was awesome! Great job, team!

"The LORD detests lying lips, but he delights in men who are truthful." Proverbs 12:22

Living Up to Her Name!

Join me in applauding Shannon on her excellent first serve in the media for 1st wed. ! Along with Shannon's character (named after her with the Hebrew meaning "God is Gracious"), we learned a great deal about the names of God, reverence for his sovereignty and multi-dimensional being, as well as a new set of thoughts that go along with the phrase "Oh my God." Her natural gift was captured beautifully in this great video produced by Elle White. And I'm personally so glad God was gracious enough to bring her to our team. Awesome job, Shannon and Elle!

Teach me your way, O LORD,

and I will walk in your truth;

give me an undivided heart,

that I may fear your name.
I will praise you,

O Lord my God, with all my heart;

I will glorify your name forever.

Psalm 86: 11-12