Greetings to all. 

As the trend of higher levels of COVID-19 cases/quarantines in Bluffton North, Bluffton Country, CCRC, and our community continues, we will remain at one service for this coming Sunday, Nov 29th. It is likely we will continue one service into December.

In addition, the Bluffton North Thanksgiving services for Thursday Nov 26^th will be virtual rather than in-person. 

As stated before, we believe these steps are the most prudent to do our part to protect our church family and our community. We entreat you for your prayers and patience as we proceed. 

Ephesians 4:1-3 ¹  I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, ²  With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love; ³  Endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.

UPDATE FOR BLUFFTON NORTH SERVICES – NOV 22^nd

• ONE SERVICE - 9:30 Doors open / 9:45 Song Service / 10:00 Pulpit time
• NO SUNDAY SCHOOL
• ORDERLY EXIT AFTER THE SERVICE –
• Follow the directions of the ushers
• Proceed outside to leave or fellowship
• Water and granola bars available as you exit
• Masks are recommended as you move within the building
• Keep appropriate distancing within the building and in the sanctuary
• If vulnerable or immunocompromised, consider staying home and accessing the service through our BN website or AC Central 

Continued Cautions! … for all of us. 

• “Safe zone” on both sides of the sanctuary for those who are vulnerable and/or concerned about being infected or infecting others. 
• Stay home if you are symptomatic or have tested positive for COVID-19, or if you have been asked to quarantine. 
• When you enter the BN church building proceed directly into the sanctuary; the ushers will help if requested, otherwise seat yourself keeping appropriate distancing. 
• Don’t hesitate to move toward the front of the assembly. 

Thanks for being patient with this process. Your ongoing support and prayers are greatly appreciated and needed. 

In Christ,

Bluffton North Leadership

Bluffton North Sunday Announcements – November 29 2020

"A body of believers bound together by our love for Jesus Christ and his Word, reflecting God's love, grace and truth"

Church Ballots were mailed. Please turn them by Dec 6^th. Thank You.

Sunday School: we will continue to plan on a Christmas Program on Sunday, December 13, albeit in a modified format.

SOS - There will be no SOS this Wednesday evening. With the uncertainty of Covid, we will let you know when we plan to gather again! The SOS committee

Brother Phil Moser's visitation on Tuesday will be private for the family only. The funeral will be on Wednesday at 10:30 at the Country Church. There will be no visitation prior to the funeral, however anyone is invited to attend the funeral service. As you arrive, you will be ushered into the assembly and seated. After the funeral, the family will be dismissed for a private graveside service. Anyone wishing to hear that service, can remain seated in the assembly room. Ushers will dismiss anyone else that does not wish to stay. 

Silver Lining Collection will be open through November. Subscriptions are $18 and can be put in the collection box marked silver lining. If you are wanting to cancel your subscription, please let Irene Frauhiger know. Thanks 

Christian Care Volunteers Still Needed – Take temperatures and ask screening questions. We could use volunteers during the month of December to help during the major shift change times of 5AM-7AM and 1:30PM-3PM when we have the most team members coming and going. All volunteers would need to follow our policy with protective eye wear and mask. If you would like to help please contact: Betty Lough @ (260) 565-3006 ext. 2172

Let’s remember those living away from home at Christmas. Please submit names and addresses of any missionaries, military personnel, someone experiencing incarceration, or simply those living away from home to Jan Schwartz (273-0261 or janlschwartz@yahoo.com). An updated list of names and addresses can be found here and we will continue to update weekly with additions.

Widow & Widower List can be found here for Bluffton and Bluffton North church families.

Christmas gifts for Christian Care residents. The # 1 thing the residents would love is to see family, but since that is not possible at this time Betty Lough (activity director) suggested a digital Bible that reads to the resident. The digital Bible is called Bible Wonder. Instead of you all ordering one, we thought we would order them so they are all alike. The cost is $25 and at this time there are 43 residents. If you want to participate you can send your donation to Leon & Pat Gerber 1439N 600 E Bluffton, IN 46714 by December 11. We also thought if you would send a signed Christmas card with some encouraging words we will add one to each gift! Thanks for thinking of the residents and helping with the gifts!! Leon & Pat Gerber for Betty Lough (activity director).

Nativity Walk- On Sunday December 6 from 5:30-8:00pm at the Southern Wells Community Church everyone is invited to their Live Nativity Walk. It will be at their new location at 9450 S 300 W Poneto.

HarvestCall 2021 Winter Rebuilding Project in Marianna, Florida. Please see the attached announcement file for more information on this service opportunity. 

COVID CONTACT: Stay home from church & social events if you are sick, have sick family members, or have been asked to quarantine. If diagnosed with COVID-19 or have questions, please contact Javon (260-273-1323). All details are kept confidential.

Please pray for this family living abroad: Nathan and Rachel Mueller

Intercessory Prayer Opportunity: letuspray365@gmail.com