CRAFTERS FOR CHRIST: MONDAY’S AT 1:00 pm in the Bible Study Room across from Pastor’s office. They will be making cards to remember and bless many Veterans-on-Veterans Day, November 11th 2026th. If you are able to help them with supplies, they are in need of red, white and blue card stock paper; Patriotic Stickers (stars, stripes, flags anything patriotic); and glue sticks. Any questions, please speak with Mary Farber. Thank you.
COMPASSION CENTER: THURSDAY, FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1ST 2ND and 3rd from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. Everyone may purchase items from the center, regardless of income. Please come and support the Lutheran Mission Society. Also remember to tell your family and friends.
MEN’S PRAYER BREAKFAST: SATURDAY, October 3rd at 8:00 am. All men are invited to join in for a morning or worship, fellowship and a delicious breakfast.
E-72 – SATURDAY: October 3rd at 10:30 am. Everyone is invited to join together as we go into the surrounding area to pray for our neighbors.
NOTE – DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER THE LCOOS PICNIC ON SUNDAY OCTOBER 4TH IS CANCELLED.
****WE WILL BE HAVING IT ON SATURDAY OCTOBER 17TH AT GILBERT RUN, DOCSIDE PAVILLION (SAME PLACE AS LAST YEAR) THE FUN WILL START AT 2:00 PM.
We are still in need of 4 canopy tents to use for shade and please remember to bring a chair as seating is limited.
YEARLY LCOOS PICNIC: RESCHEDULED TO SATURDAY, October 17th at 1:00 pm at Gilbert Run Park outside of La Plata on Route 6. We have reserved the Dockside Pavillion (the same one as last year). It is down by the snack bar and boat rental. Everyone is invited to join us for an afternoon of fellowship and fun. LCOOS will provide hamburgers, hot dogs, water, and paper products . Please bring a dish to share and since seating is limited, you may want to bring a chair. It’s always a great time when our LCOOS Family gets together. Any questions, please speak with Chrissy King.
SECOND SATURDAY SOCIAL: SATURDAY, October 10th – ”FALL FIESTA” – 3:00pm – 8:00 pm at the home of Aaron & Ashley Huie. food (taco bar) and beverage is provided. But if anyone would like to bring a snack or appetizer that is welcome (chips, veggies, fruit, cheese tray, etc). Any questions, please speak with Aaron Huie.
CHOIR PRACTICE: STARTS ON TUESDAY, October 13th at 6:45 pm. Do you find yourself singing in the shower or to your favorite band in the car? Are you new to the church and looking for a fun way to contribute to your talents? Or were you once a member and now it’s time to get back in the fold? If so, the first choir rehearsal for this season of advent is Tuesday, Oct 13th at 6:45 PM. If you have questions, please contact Sarah Ammons for more info.
LWML SUNDAY: SUNDAY, October 25th at both services. The LWML Ladies will be ushers and acolytes during both the 8:30 am and 11:00 am services. Please wear purple to show your support of the ladies of the LWML.
INTERNATIONAL POTLUCK SUNDAY: SUNDAY, October 25th at 1:00 pm. We will be celebrating the many culture God has brought together here at LCOOS. Please bring a dish to share that showcases the beautiful heritage and culture from which you were born. Please join us for an afternoon of fellowship and delicious foods. If you have any questions, please contact Rosa Ammons.
HARVEST FESTIVAL: -THURSDAY, October 31st, 6:00 pm —8:00 pm. Kids are asked to wear a non-scary costume and join us for an exciting fun filled time. We will have a clown, pony rides, games, prizes, and food. We will need 8 people to decorate their cars for Trunk or Treat and people to run the games. Also, we will need candy….Lots of candy! Please remember that all candy must be individually wrapped. BJ’s and Sam’s Club has some really good prices on candy. If you are able to donate a bag or 2, please leave it in Pam’s office. Thank You! There is a sign-up sheet on the table in the narthex.
SAVE THE DATES:
** SECOND SATURDAY SOCIAL:
SATURDAY, November 14 — “Friendsgiving – at the home of Pastor Billy & Joan Curley
SATURDAY, December 12 — LCOOS Christmas Party and Kris Kringle Market at the Charles County Fairgrounds
** LWML DCMARVA FALL RALLY 2026: SATURDAY, November 21st 9am – 1:30 pm here at LCOOS More information is posted on the LWML bulletin board in the narthex of the church and in Thursday Notes. Any questions,, please speak to Rosa Ammons.
