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Infertility Graceful is a Christian women's support group that meets the second Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm at the Oakland Christian Church, 25 Montgomery in Oakland, IL. The mission of this support group is for women who face infertility and pregnancy loss to have a safe place to share feelings and thoughts with other women who have similar experiences. This group is informal, confidential, and pressure-free, meaning you only share what you feel comfortable sharing. For more information, contact Pam Carver by phone at 217-346-2127 or by email at new_mom_1973@yahoo.com. Upcoming meeting dates are: September 11th, October 9th, November 13th, and December 11th.
(8/31/07)
World Mission Conference - "Surprised By the Word" is coming November 16-18 to Central Seminary in Kansas City, Kansas. Rub shoulders with the world, connect with your ABC international missionaries, meet international church leaders, sing and worship in an international key, and learn what God is doing in our world. Get involved in mission! Mission in Motion opportunities, exhibits, lunch with a missionary, workshops, forums, and more! A youth mission program and child care is provided. To register or get information on meals, housing, schedules, conference leaders, and more, go to www.internationalministries.org
(8/30/07)
If you are looking for a unique opportunity to serve others, and at the same time learn a new skill and make new friends, consider volunteering at the Arthur Home and Eberhardt Village. Become a part of the "Friends of the Home and the Village"! With construction started on Eberhardt Village, 38 residents will be added to the 69 residents already residing at the Home. Current needs include volunteers to read to residents, help write cards and letters, and to just visit with the residents. No skill is too small or unimportant, nor any time offered too short. For more information, contact Fran Dudley at 543-2103.
(8/30/07)
Would you like to put the most important message that has ever existed into the hands of people who have never heard it? Everyone has a few Bibles that they no longer use, and giving them can change someone's life. We are partnering with Family Friendly WBGL in their Bare Your Bookshelf promotion in an effort to collect 1,000,000 Bibles to send overseas. Bibles can be dropped off at the church. For more information, call the church office or visit the WBGL website at www.wbgl.org.
(8/30/07)
Get rid of the cell phone and i-Pod. Get ready for some rip-roaring fun! Bring your family and friends to the unbelievable miniature golf course at Lincoln Springs Resort - 3 miles east of Charleston on Rt. 16. Wednesday is church night! 10% off a regular priced game with coupon from www.lincolnspringsresort.com. Group discounts are available!
(8/30/07)
A Video about Lake Benton and the regional camping program is now available to be viewed at www.parisfbc.org Camping is a mission field! Enquire about opportunities today!
(5/16/07)
Are you at least 16 years old and looking for a way to reach out and serve others? The Illinois Masonic Home in Sullivan is seeking volunteers to assist in their Leisure Program Department. Their volunteer force has declined dramatically over the past year and they are seeking your help. To find out more about what you can do to help, contact: Linda Roussey, IMH Leisure Program Coordinator, Monday through Friday - 8:00am-4:30pm at 217-728-4394, ext 5150.
(8/30/07)
The East Central Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program (ECIBCCP) is a screening program funded through the federal government and the Illinois Department of Public Health. This program provides FREE breast and pelvic exams, pap smears and mammograms for women who meet income guidelines and are without insurance. The free breast and cervical cancer check-up is for women 35-64. Call 1-800-331-1689 to see if you qualify (a family of two could have an income of $34,225 and qualify). A cooperative effort between Illinois Department of Public Health, Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center, and the Douglas County Public Health Department.
(4/19/07)
Mattoon Area Friendship Dance - Singles and couples are invited. These dances are held the third Saturday of each month at the Burgess Osborne auditorium from 8:00-11:00pm in a smoke free, alcohol free environment.
(10/31/06)
Family Christian Music Night every Monday night at the Silver Star Skate Center on north route 45 in Mattoon. You can enjoy Christian hits played by a DJ from 6-9pm. Group rates are available. For more information, call 234-6667.
(11/7/05)
Do you need a GED? Do you know someone who wants to learn to read or improve their reading skills? Lake Land College Adult Education offers FREE GED preparation classes or GED online in your area. The classes are open entry, so you may enroll at any time. Also, up to 12 FREE credit hours of vocational classes are available to eligible persons receiving public assistance. For more information, or to pre-register, call 217-235-2222, ext. 8322 or toll-free 800-879-7122, ext. 8322 or 8297.
(8/30/07)