The holidays can be very hard when grieving the loss of a loved one. If you have lost someone close to you and would like some encouragement and hope this Christmas season, please go to www.griefshare.org to register for our one-day GriefShare Surviving the Holidays class. The class is totally free. A workbook is available for a small fee if you would like one. You are not alone!

Join us as WVS District goes back to nature!
We’re headed to Bulltown Campground in Burnsville, WV, for a men’s camping weekend. Join us for fellowship, great food, bonfires, and fishing. Questions or want more information? Call 304-552-5451

Join us for a weekend of fun, spiritual renewal, and mission projects.
Registration and check in will be 5-7pm with the event beginning at 7pm on Friday. Finalized schedule will be posted soon.

All ladies of all ages are invited to come and experience Women’s Hope Builders. Psalm 60:12 With God we shall do valiantly; it is He who will tread down our foes.
Ephesians 1:7 In Him we have redemption through His blood,
the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace. As the song was sung, One day at a time, sweet Jesus.
That’s all I’m asking from you…Let’s lift His name up!
We invite you to come and be encouraged through praise, worship, and the opening of God’s Word on Friday, September 27th, at 7 p.m. in the Sanctuary.
We will have a time of fellowship with light refreshments in the Sanctuary Level Classroom from 6:15—6:45 p.m.

Please contact Beth Layton at the District Office if you would like more information on the Senior Adult Road Trip!

Sunday, September 22nd, will be the day to bring back your Alabaster Offering boxes to help further missions around the world! If you need an Alabaster box, please contact the church office!

We are excited to extend our warm invitation and look forward to having you join us at Elk River for Back to Church Sunday on September 15th, at 10:30 a.m. If it’s been a while since you’ve been to church, or maybe you’ve never attended, Back to Church Sunday is a great time to start! Make plans to join us for this special hope-filled service with a special message from our pastor, Randy Ledsome. You will be greeted warmly and be welcome here among friends!

Our ERNC AWANA Club will kick off on Wednesday, September 4th, at 6 p.m. Club night runs from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Children age 3-5th Grade will enjoy our weekly children’s Bible club where they will learn to memorize scripture, engage in fun activities, hear Bible Lessons, and play exciting games! Register by visiting our www.elkrivernaz.com/social/ page and you will find the registration form there for you! AWANA Club meets each Wednesday night. As safety is of the utmost importance, children will need to be signed in and signed out of club by their parent or designated adult guardian. We can’t wait to see you!

Save the Date! The ERNC & Charleston First Church Combined All Church Picnic is coming up on Sunday, August 25th, at 1:00 p.m. We will be meeting at the Columbia Shelter at Coonskin Park, which is the first one on the left.
All food will be provided by the churches. The menu will be announced.
What you should bring? Outdoor chairs
and sunscreen!