Percival Community Church: January 2021

Sunday, January 31, 2021

Happy Sunday Morning on this last day of January. It sure has been a cold and snowy month, but I guess that's to be expected. No matter how long the winter...spring is sure to follow.

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January 29-31

Please continue to pray for all the members of our congregation. Please remember Larry Moyer in your prayers. He had rotator cuff surgery on Tuesday.

February 3rd is the day to celebrate! It will be Marjorie Bennett's birthday, Jan Zach's birthday, and Penny and Larry Warren's anniversary! Best wishes to all!

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As Marge will be celebrating her 96th Birthday February 3rd, we thought it would be nice to send her a card and make her day extra special. Birthday greetings can be sent to: Marge Bennett, 1009 Argyle Street, Hamburg, IA 51640

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Songs for this week:

It Is Well With My Soul

What A Faithful God Have I

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Looking through past photos of church and church gatherings, I thought it might be nice to share one or two every Sunday, calling it, "Captured Moments from the Past."
Here's today's captured moments...

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Thought I would share the progress of the Dollar Store in Hamburg. It will be so nice to have, especially with no grocery store in town. Don't know the opening date, but hopefully not far off!

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Another cute little snowman picture I came across. Seeing pictures of snowmen calls out to my inner child...makes me want to go out and build one! I've been tempted, but I'm afraid my neighbors would wonder what that crazy lady was up to. On the other hand, it would give them something fun to look at, so I don't know. Never was good at making decisions! Wonder if I could get a squirrel to join in on the fun!

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As you recall, last week I shared my thoughts on "flowers in the snow." Look at this beautiful picture I found posted by Instagram account coolchicstyle. Stunning!

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Percy's Tidbit

Every smile, every laugh, and every bit of kindness, lets a little more light into the world... Keep on smiling, keep on laughing, and keep on spreading kindness

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One last share... my early morning view with the downtown street lights still on. Thought it made for a pretty picture.

The future lies before you, like a field of fallen snow, be careful how you tread it, for every step will show.

Have a great week!

Sunday, January 24, 2021

Good Morning everyone! I see that we have a Winter storm warning from 6 am Monday to 3 am Tuesday. Heavy snow expected with accumulations of 6 to 12 inches. So yes, January is in the air! ~ Mindy

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January 23-24

Remember to thank God for answered prayers. I am so grateful we made it through Inauguration Day without any violence. Pray for President Biden and all our elected officials.

If you are 65 or older and live in Fremont County, you can call one of these places to get on the waiting list for a Covid 19 vaccine:
Grape Community Hospital 712-382-1515
Fremont County Public Health 712-374-2685

Here are this week's videos:

I Can Only Imagine

You Raise Me Up

~Mary

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I came across this picture on Instagram posted by Daniela Behr. I've always thought fresh flowers and snow are so pretty together so when I saw this cute snowman with a fresh flower bouquet, I found it adorable and wanted to share.

It made me think of this photo I took years ago with flowers in the watering can amid the snow.

And this photo I took one year when I plopped some flowers on the fresh fallen snow. It's such a pretty contrast. Flowers in the snow remind us Winter is not forever. ~ Mindy

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Percy's Tidbit

Seasons change. God never does.

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This week and always,

Bring love wherever you go. Shine light wherever it's dark. Leave blessings wherever you've been. Be kind wherever you are. ~ Mary Davis

Sunday, January 17, 2021

Good Morning! Hope everyone was able to stay safe and warm and close to home throughout the blizzard Friday!

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January 16 - 17

Please pray for a peaceful, safe Inauguration Day. Beth Lueth's son-in-law, Thomas, will be one of the thousands of National Guardsmen there. Her niece will be on standby should violence erupt in Lincoln, Nebraska. Pray that our country will heal. Pray for a smooth, quick distribution of the Covid vaccine. Jo Ann reported that residents of Fremont County are to get their shots at Grape Community Hospital. You can call the hospital and get on their list. They will call you back when it is your turn. When I called, the lady said they were focusing on people over 75 or over 65 with severe health problems now. Please pray for Gary Hudnall and his family. Gary's mother passed away.

Happy Birthday to Larry Warren (17th), Nancy Newlon (18th), and Lynn Handy (20th)!

The videos this week focus on serving our Lord by spreading His word and helping others. You might want to read 1 Samuel 3:1-10. This is the scripture that inspired the song, "Here I am, Lord."

As I was searching for videos this week, I discovered The Singing Contractors. These are two construction men who started singing with each other while "on the job." Someone posted one of their songs on YouTube and it went viral. Now they even have an album! They are sharing their faith through music. Think of ways you can use the talents God has given you to help others. ~ Mary

Here I Am, Lord

The Old Rugged Cross - The Singing Contractors

I'll Go Where You Want Me to Go

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Percy's Tidbit

The secret ingredient is love.

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Remember to value each moment as we head into another week.

Sunday, January 10, 2021

Good Morning!

January 9 - 10

Please pray that God will guide our congregation in 2021 and keep us safe. Pray that Pastor Blaine's son Danny, Joan's son Mike, and Kris Handy will continue to make steady progress in their healing.

Happy Birthday, Eryn Warren! (January 10)

We definitely need to pray for our country. Following the attack on the Capitol this week, I decided to choose "God Bless America" for the first video. Pray that God will bless the United States by keeping us safe and guiding our elected officials so we will have a smooth transition of power. ~ Mary

God Bless America

Let There Be Peace On Earth

Prayer For A New Beginning

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Thought this would be of interest to those of you that may not have caught Hamburg on the Wowt channel 6 news. Click HERE to watch.

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Percy's Tidbit

We must silence the chatter in our head and trust the One who calms our heart.

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This past week, the song that his been brought to the forefront of my mind is, "Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus." A song I haven't heard or sung in awhile, but chose to suddenly come to me. Perhaps a little nudge, a little reminder as to where to put my focus. Thank you Lord for inserting those little unexpected reminders at those times we need it most. ~ Mindy

Let's begin the new week by doing all things with love.

Sunday, January 3, 2021

Good Morning and welcome 2021!

January 2-3
Happy New Year! We all pray that God will bless our congregation in 2021. Please pray for Pastor Blaine's son, Danny, who is in the hospital. Joan Tiemeyer's son, Mike, needs our prayers as he is in the hospital following a four wheeler accident. Pray for David Lueth, who had back surgery and Julie Sherwood Gallagher, who had hip replacement surgery.
Jan and I are thrilled to announce that Aaron and Makayla are engaged! He proposed to her right after the strike of midnight on
January 1st. Please pray that God will bless them in every way.
Happy Anniversary to Charlie and Patti Bohlen! (January 2)
Happy Birthday to Dave Handy on January 4th!

The first video this week is "Do You Have Room?". It reminds us to make room for Jesus in our lives and to do His work in our daily lives by helping others.
The second video is "He is the Gift.". Jesus truly is the greatest gift ever given to us!

Do You Have Room

He is the Gift

Now that the holidays are over, I am not sure which direction to take with the videos. I would appreciate any suggestions you have. Do you have a favorite hymn you would like to hear? ~ Mary

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Congratulations to Aaron and Makayla on their engagement! May your wonderful journey be filled with love and happiness.

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Percy's Tidbit

The secret of change is to focus all of your energy, not on fighting the old, but on building the new. - Dan Millman

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Wishing you a relaxing and peaceful Sunday, and a great week ahead!