The empty nest can be our most exciting and productive season ever, yet we may approach it with fear and trepidation. Are you feeling unsure? Scared? Expectant? Maybe even giddy?  Wondering what will you do now?  At times like this we need friends to come along side us who can really understand and help us through it.  That's what this exciting new study is all about. Starting on Thursday September 9 at 7:00 p.m. we will start a 12 week study/support group based on the book "Barbara and Susan's Guide to the Empty Nest" at the home of Patti Percy.  Anyone interested in coming should sign up at the Information Desk as soon as possible so that we can order books.  We are asking for a $5.00 donation per book.  If you have questions, please contact Wendy Graham

Dr. Todd Daly is scheduled to be in our church on Sunday, September the 19th.  Dr. Daly received his doctorate from the University of Edinburgh (Scotland) in systematic theology with an emphasis on bioethics.  He specifically studied the ethical implications that arise from the medical prolongation of life and aging.  He also worked as an engineer for Motorola prior to beginning his theological education. He will be available for a Question and Answer time during the ABF hour (9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m.) and then will speak during the worship service which begins at 10:20 a.m.  Since 2006, he has served as Assistant Professor of Theology & Ethics at Urbana Theological Seminary.  Todd and his wife Ann are the parents of two  children and live in Champaign.