Under the Radar

Many times, both here at Shiloh Church and in the wider community, the efforts of those who work behind the scenes seems to function "under the radar." I want to take just a moment to thank some of those who work there.

 

Thanks to Trey and Larry Jones. The Next Steps chancel renovation is complete, though Shiloh has yet to receive contributions that match the expense of the project. Larry and Trey helped us move toward meeting the expense with their effort. Last Friday, in the cold rain, Larry and Trey helped me load and deliver to a recycling center the aluminum siding that the Robinson family had replaced with vinyl. It was a day-long effort. Larry and Trey helped raise $478.00 toward the Next Steps expense. All they got out of it was a free lunch. Thanks, Larry and Trey!

 

Thanks to all those who worked in the Pumpkin Patch. Because of the efforts of all those who singed up to work shifts in the patch, who helped unload the two trucks, and those who promoted the patch in the community, Shiloh was able to raise just over its goal of $7,000. That means that Shiloh will generate about $2,100 for its Next Steps fund raising effort. Had Shiloh raised under the $7,000 mark, the congregations would have retained a lower percentage of sales, and netted only about $1,500. Thanks particularly to Jay McMillen, who heads the project. Remember that we are looking for a group in the life of the church to undertake leadership and planning for the Pumpkin Patch. If no one steps forward, 2013 will be our final Pumpkin Patch.

 

Thanks to those who work so hard in the Bake Shoppe. In preparation for the Holiday Bazaar, November 16-17, a large group of individuals have been working night and day, making pies, baking, donating ingredients and coordinating efforts. Particular thanks to Shiloh's music department and to Patty Farinet, who works behind the proverbial green curtain to make it all happen. Thanks to you all!

 

Thanks to Martha Kirkland and her crew for all their hard work in organizing Shiloh's new Pictorial Directory. As most everyone is aware, a pictorial directory is an invaluable tool in congregational life. Thanks to this crew's efforts, the process ran seamlessly. Shiloh should see the new directories soon. By the way, if you were not able to schedule a session, but would like to be included in Shiloh's membership directory, you may still submit a photo. Cost is $10.00. Get those photos to Ashley Pack in the Church Office as soon as possible.

 

Thanks, too, to those who have made the Mincemeat for this year's Holiday Bazaar. For some reason that I cannot quite fathom, there are people in our community who just love Shiloh's homemade mincemeat. (It is not that I do not like Shiloh's version. I cannot imagine meat and fruit in the same concoction.) It is a real draw for the Holiday Bazaar. Thanks for all your efforts! 

 

A special ongoing thanks to Connie Neef, who, week after week, prepares the sanctuary for worship. This has been a particular challenge throughout the Chancel Renovation, but I am certain that members and friends of the church will agree with me that Connie has done an outstanding job.

 

Remember the Fall Association Meeting, scheduled here at Shiloh Church on Saturday, November 10. Members and friends from SONKA's eighty-some congregations will gather for a day of business and worship, featuring Shiloh's own Discovery Team worship leaders. While I am thanking those who fly "under the radar," I think Shiloh needs to express its appreciation for the efforts of our Discovery Team. They practice and lead worship week after week. Their efforts make a difference in what we do here at Shiloh Church. Thanks, Discovery Team!

 

See you all Sunday!