Celebrations and Get-togethers - On Tuesday, April 30, a group of Grace friends went to Towne Towers to see the wonderful people. We had such a fantastic time singing April Shower songs, telling jokes about the rain/weather and eating refreshments! A lot of conversation was going on with our friends! Two examples of the rain/weather jokes included, " Can bees fly in the rain?" "Not without their yellow jackets!" And, "What is the Mexican weather report?" "Chili today and hot tamale!!" HA!! HA!! We would like to plan another fun time with the people at Towne Towers soon! Please join us!!!
More ideas and plans are in the works for May and June, which include a trip to Wesbury and a get-together for secret prayer partners to reveal their identity to each other. If you have any other activities that you would like to have planned, please let BarB know! Keep you ears and eyes open!
Some packets of notecards with the church's picture on them were purchased recently! They are available for people to use to send messages to family or friends! If you would like to make a contribution to defray the cost of these notecards, please do so! Thank You!!
What makes your heart sing? This was a question in one of my devotions this week! The scripture for the message was Psalm 100: 1-5. "Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. Worship the Lord with gladness; come before Him with joyful songs. Know that the Lord is God. It is He who made us, and we are His. We are His people, the sheep of His pasture!" Knowing I am His, He loves me, and He will always be beside me, makes my heart sing? How about you????
Have a wonderful week and do some singing!
Love you all, BarB
BarB's Blurbs
Wednesday, April 25, 2024...
On Tuesday, April 30, this Tuesday, we are going to have another get-together with our Towne Tower friends. The theme is "April Showers of Blessings!" A sign-up sheet is on the table in the back of the sanctuary! If you can bring one dozen cookies, that would be great! Potato chips, pretzels, and drink round out the refreshments! Other plans in the works are a trip to Wesbury in Meadville and a get-together for secret prayer partners to reveal their identity to each other! If you have any other activities that you would like to have planned, please let BarB know! Keep your eyes and ears open!
Some packets of notecards with the church's picture on them were recently purchased! They are available for people to use to send messages to their family or friends! If you would like to make a contribution to defray the cost of these notecards, please do so! Thank You!
They say, "April Showers Bring May Flowers!" We have had all kinds of weather in April, especially the showers! Our May flowers should be gorgeous! We get showers of blessings from God each day! What kind of flowers are we for God? Hopefully, we can bloom in any circumstances we are experiencing! We can share God's love and tell others what He has done for us! Keep being a flower for God! Love you all! Have a wonderful Son-filled week! BarB Barbara Dittman, Director of Lay Ministries
BarB's Blurbs
Wednesday, April 18, 2024...
April 14th was such a special day-Joe Emanuele's 90th Birthday and Recognition Celebration! A wonderful time was experienced by 90 + people! So many thank you's are needed: friends who set up and who decorated the tables, friends who helped with the program, friends who helped in the kitchen and setting the food on the tables, friends who supplied salads and sandwiches, provided the sound system, and friends who celebrated with Joe and his family! And a Big Thank You to Joe for allowing us to share in his celebration! We love you, Joe!!!
More ideas and plans are in the works for April, May, and June! On Tuesday, April 30 another get-together is being planned with our Towne Tower friends. The theme is "April Showers of Blessings." A sign-up sheet is on the table in the back of the sanctuary! If you can bring 1 dozen cookies, that would be great! Potato chips, pretzels, and drink round out the refreshments! Other plans in the works are a trip to Wesbury in Meadville and a get-together for secret prayer partners to reveal their identity to each other. If you have any other activities that you would like to have planned, please let BarB know! Keep your eyes and ears open!
Some packets of notecards with the church's picture on them were purchased recently! They are available for people to use to send messages to their family or friends! If you would like to make a contribution to defray the cost of these notecards, please do so! Thank You!!
Music is one of my passions! Within the last two weeks, I was able to enjoy two special events! The Oil City Schubert Club hosted a meeting! At the meeting, some very talented young adults shared some wonderful music! How beautiful! And the church service this past Sunday, listening to Joe play his special music! How astounding! Oh, and one other music time, singing "Happy Birthday" to Joe! How amazing hearing friends sing to a special friend! "When words leave off, music begins!"
Everyone have a great week! Know that you are loved! Psalm 95:1 BarB
Barbara Dittman, Director of Lay Ministries
Wednesday, April 10, 2024...
TODAY is the day! A birthday recognition celebration for our organist, Joe Emanuele is TODAY! We are celebrating Joe's 90th birthday and thanking him for providing beautiful music at Grace for 30+ years! Please join us for the luncheon following the church service! Let us come together and celebrate Joe!!
More ideas and plans are in the works for April and May! On Tuesday, April 30, another get-together with our Towne Tower's friends is being planned! Other activities include- a trip to Wesbury in Meadville, a Camp Sunday with a luncheon after church, and a get-together for secret prayer partners to reveal their identity to each other! If you have any other activities that you would like to have planned, please let BarB know! Keep your eyes and ears open!
This past Monday, we had the opportunity to use our special glasses to catch a glimpse of the eclipse! Wow! Amazing!! I was thinking how many times do we get the chance to glimpse God's creation and we don't need to wear the special spectacles or go to a special place! We can observe His creation every day of our lives and everywhere! Read Genesis Chapters 1 and 2! And God saw that it was good! Wow! Amazing!! Have a great week! Love you all, BarB
Wednesday, April 3, 2024...
Mark your calendars! Sunday, April 14th! A birthday recognition celebration for our organist, Joseph Emanuele, is being planned for Sunday, April 14th! There will be a luncheon following the church service! The food includes sandwiches, salads, beverages, and cake. A sign up sheet is on the table at the back of the sanctuary. Please sign up if you are able to come. For those who would like to make sandwiches or a salad, please mark the appropriate space. Let us come together and celebrate Joseph! More ideas and plans are in the works for April and May, which may include, another get-together with our Towne Tower friends, a trip to Wesbury in Meadville, a Camp Sunday with a luncheon after church, just to name a few activities! If you have any other activities that you would like to have planned, please let BarB know! Keep your eyes and ears open!
Do you have a favorite book of the Bible? One of mine is Philippians! Especially, Philippians Chapter 4:4-7! Please read this scripture about JOY! Always know that you are loved by God and your church family! Hugs and Prayers BarB
Wednesday, March 27, 2024...
Music makers: Sounds of Music Sunday is April 7th! Please share your talent for the service! Call the church office if you are willing to to be a part of the service! Thank you!
Mark your calendars! Sunday, April 14th: A birthday recognition celebration for our organist, Joe Emanuele is being planned for Sunday, April 14th! There will be a luncheon following the church service. The food includes sandwiches, salads, beverages, and cake! A sign up sheet is on the table at the back of the sanctuary. Please sign up if you are able to come. For those who would like to make sandwiches or a salad, please mark the appropriate space! Let us come together and celebrate Joe!
More ideas and plans are in the works for April and May, which may include, another get-together with our Towne Tower friends, a trip to Wesbury in Meadville, a Camp Sunday with a luncheon after church, just to name a few activities! If you have any other activities that you would like to have planned, please let BarB know! Keep your eyes and ears open!
Dear Friends:
You are special people! We wish for you a blessed and joyful Easter! Our hope is that you receive a special touch from our Risen Lord! He is telling you He loves you very much and He will be with you always! Enjoy the celebration with your family and friends! Love, Hugs, and prayers Gary and BarB Dittman PS - Love the chocolate and jelly beans! How about you? The Lord is Risen indeed!
The end of the information! Thank you, Brittany, for being a friend and for all you do! Have a great evening! Love you very much Hugs and Prayers Philippians 4:13 BarB
Barbara Dittman Director of Lay Ministries
Contact BarB at Grace UM 814-677-3013 Ext. 104 Office hours: Tues., Wed., Thurs. - 9:00 - 1:00
Barbara and her husband Gary live in Knox, PA. Barbara is the daughter of Paul and Vinnie Lehman. She is married to her husband Gary and together they have two daughters, 2 son-in-laws, and four grandchildren. Barbara is a graduate of Oil City High School, Clarion University, and the Post-Graduate Speech Pathology and Audiology Masters Program.
Barbara grew up in Grace Church and is a lay speaker for the WPA United Methodist Church. For 20+ years Barbara was a speech pathologist for Riverview IU. She has been both a leader and a participant in caring, communication, and music ministries.
Barbara feels right at home in the Grace Church sanctuary surrounding by many long time friends. She is praying to have more opportunities to with children, teens, and adults making disciples for His Kingdom!