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Bluffton congregations observe the Season of Lent with Ash Wednesday services

Posted by Fred Steiner on February 20, 2012 - 6:38pm

Bluffton congregations will hold special Ash Wednesday services on Feb. 22. Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the season of Lent.

St. John's United Church of Christ will hold at service at 7 p.m. according to Rev. Carol Clements, pastor. The service will include communion and the imposition of ashes.

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ONU's Gospel Ensemble presents Feb. 12 morning worship at St. John's UCC

Posted by Fred Steiner on February 7, 2012 - 5:07pm
Ohio Northern University Gospel Ensemble

The Ohio Northern University Gospel Ensemble will perform during the 10:30 a.m., Sunday, Feb. 12, worship service at St. John's United Church of Christ, according to Rev. Carol Clements, pastor.

The Ensemble was formed in 1987. Since that time it has traveled to many area churches each year on weekend trips and visited some of the member's home churches in Ohio and Michigan on spring break tours.

The ensemble sings primarily contemporary gospel music and much of its is a cappella. The motto of the ensemble is "Winning souls to Christ with a medody."

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Bluffton American Legion Post observes Four Chaplains Sunday Feb. 5 at First United Methodist

Posted by Fred Steiner on January 26, 2012 - 11:56am

In commemoration of the sacrifices of four armed forces chaplains during World War II, The American Legion will observe Religious Emphasis Week Feb. 1 to 7 and Four Chaplains' Sunday, according to members of the Bluffton American Legion Post 382.

Members of the Bluffton Legion Post will attend the 10:30 a.m. Feb. 5 worship service at First United Methodist Church, Bluffton.

This year is the 68th anniversary of the sinking of the USS Dorchester and the heroism demonstrated by four chaplains on the ship. The

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Cupid's Cupboard & Cafe at St. John's UCC Feb. 11

Posted by Fred Steiner on January 17, 2012 - 8:49am

Cupid's Cupboard and Cafe is coming to St. John's United Church of Christ from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 11.

The event includes a bake sale with Valetine treats packaged and wrapped.

The cafe menu includes homemade soups, sandwiches, relishes, pies and beverages. $5 for a meal or $2 for ala cart items.

Proceeds from the event go toward a church kitchen sink and counterfund project. The church is located at the corner of West College Avenue and South Jackson Street.

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Ted & Company coming to Bluffton Feb. 6

Posted by Fred Steiner on January 12, 2012 - 7:09am
Ted Schwartz

Bluffton University together with First Mennonite, Grace Mennonite, Lima Mennonite, and Salem Mennonite will host Ted and Company in the First Mennonite Church sanctuary at 7 p.m., Monday, Feb. 6.

Ted and Company will present one of their newer shows, "I'd Like to Buy an Enemy." It is a show that is suited more for adults and youth rather than children.

Here is what the Ted and Company website says about this show:
"A hilarious and poignant satire that explores peace, justice, and the American way...

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Bluffton pulpit exchange on Sunday

Posted by Fred Steiner on January 10, 2012 - 12:49pm

Five ministries of the Bluffton area will participate in the annual
Bluffton pulpit exchange on Sunday, Jan. 15.

The preaching schedule follows:

o Bill Herr of Mennonite Memorial Home
will preach at English Lutheran Church.

o Kevin Mohr of English Lutheran Church
will preach at Emmanuel United Church of Christ.

o Eric Rummel of Emmanuel United Church of Christ
will preach at First Mennonite Church.

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Community meals continue twice monthly in 2012

Posted by Fred Steiner on January 2, 2012 - 4:49pm

Twice-monthly community meals continue in 2012, sponsored by the Bluffton Inter Church Board.

The meals are at 6 p.m. each first and third Thursday of the month at the Bluffton Senior Citizens Center. The meals are free and open to the public. Persons interested in making a donation may bring non-perishable food items. All donations go to the Bluffton Community Assistance Program's food pantry.

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11:30 p.m. new year's eve service at English Lutheran

Posted by Fred Steiner on December 27, 2011 - 3:37pm

English Lutheran Church, 111 Grove St., will ring in the new year with a special at 11:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 31.

"This informal service of reflection, thanksgiving, and commitment will concludes with all in attendance being given the opportunity to take a turn at ringing the church bell at the stroke of midnight," said Rev. Kevin Mohr, pastor.

For more information please call Mohr at 419-358-2591.

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Trinity Lutheran holds 7 p.m. new year's eve service

Posted by Fred Steiner on December 27, 2011 - 3:32pm

A new year's eve service will be held at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Jenera. The service begins at 7 p.m. on Dec. 31 and the new year's day service is at 9:30 a.m. on Jan. 1.

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Christmas eve and Christmas day church service schedule here

Posted by Fred Steiner on December 23, 2011 - 12:53pm

Planning on attending a Christmas eve or Christmas day church service? Here's the schedule of services provided by Bluffton area congregations.

Bluffton Baptist Church
345 County Line Road
Christmas eve
6:45 p.m. harp music
7 p.m. service
Christmas day
10:45 a.m. service

Bluffton Presbyterian Church
112 N. Main St.
Christmas eve
6:30 p.m. music prelude
7 p.m. service
Christmas day
10:15 a.m. service

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