Good Morning, Bethesda!
A BIG thank you to everyone who helped out with our work day on Saturday. Even the rain couldn’t prevent us from completing several work items including changing light bulbs, repairing doors, cleaning various rooms, replacing filters, and painting the adult Sunday school room. Thanks also for those who prepared our breakfast buffet dishes! We not only made some repairs and had a good breakfast but we also enjoyed some fun fellowship time.
Urgent Prayer Requests
* Pete & Brenda, their health, especially Brenda’s back
* Brenda’s father who is very ill
* Brazel family and especially baby Willow
* Debbie, recovering from foot surgery
* Marilynn Norvell
* Cynthia Wordlaw, need for a kidney
* Aaron Wordlaw and his arthritis
* Dennis fighting kidney failure
* Gene & Lois Schulze at home.
* Caroline, Anne Overton’s sister-in-law, and family – terminal brain cancer
* Our church and need for revival
“These are not all of Jesus’ signs. But they are enough. For countless multitudes reading them have believed, and have found life through His name.”
Herschel Hobbs
Upcoming Activities
1. Bible Study (Brief Books) and Prayer Meeting, Wednesday, 7 p.m.
2. Deacons’ Meeting, Wednesday, 7:45 p.m.
3. Sunday School, Sunday, 9:15 a.m.
4. Worship Service, Sunday, 10:30 a.m.
5. Discipleship Training, Sunday, 5 p.m.
6. Business Meeting, Wednesday, May 8, 7 p.m.
Sermon Extras
1. In John 20:30-31, John teaches the sufficiency of Scripture. He notes that his work does not contain everything Jesus did (or said) but what he did write was “written so that you may believe...” John firmly believed the words of his Gospel (and, in fact, of the Scripture in general) were sufficient for salvation. As Paul writes in Romans 10:17, so faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ.”
2. In each of these two verses, John uses the word “written”. Many translations render this word as “are written”. The New American Standard version, though, provides us with a little more information by translating the word in verse 31 “have been written”. The word construction in both verses inform us that John wanted to communicate the “signs” were written down in the past but the effect of this recording would go on forever. In other words, God’s Word never changes, endures forever, and is always effective in any and every generation.
Wednesday Evenings
Beginning this Wednesday, we start a new Bible study series before our weekly prayer meetings. Titled “Brief Books”, we will examine the five shortest books in the entire Bible. We’re going to look at them in chronological order by moving through the text of one book verse by verse. When we complete that book we’ll move to the next one.
Although these five books contain only one chapter each, those chapters are the very Word of God like the rest of Scripture. Their brevity makes them no less important or inspired than the longer books of the Bible.
Come join us Wednesday for a brief 15 minute study (we begin with Obadiah) and then join us for our weekly prayer meeting. Bible study begins at 7 p.m.
Statement of Faith
Our church constitution indicates we use the 1963 Baptist Faith and Message (BF&M) as our statement of faith. We understand there are some who are unfamiliar with that document, so we’ll share portions of it over the coming weeks. The entire statement may be found at http://www.sbc.net/bfm/bfmcomparison.asp.
Since the pastor’s message yesterday discussed the Word of God, here is the first article of the 1963 on the topic of the Scriptures.
I. The Scriptures
The Holy Bible was written by men divinely inspired and is the record of God's revelation of Himself to man. It is a perfect treasure of divine instruction. It has God for its author, salvation for its end, and truth, without any mixture of error, for its matter. It reveals the principles by which God judges us; and therefore is, and will remain to the end of the world, the true center of Christian union, and the supreme standard by which all human conduct, creeds, and religious opinions should be tried. The criterion by which the Bible is to be interpreted is Jesus Christ.
Pastor’s Postscripts
In case you are unable to join us for prayer meetings on Wednesdays, we do have some copies of our prayer list (albeit a week out of date) on the table by the front door. You are always welcome to take one.
If the Lord wills, our exposition of the Gospel of John will conclude on Sunday, May 26. Although we will have taken over 3 years to make the journey through this wonderful book, there is so much more in it which we either had to pass over or only brief touch upon. Just because we have listened to John’s words for 3 years, do not let that keep you from returning to, reading, and studying this terrific book!
May Christ richly bless you this week!
Pastor Bruce
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Monday, April 29, 2013
Monday, April 22, 2013
Stirrings at Bethesda - April 22, 2013
Good Morning, Bethesda!
Yesterday was a glorious one! The weather was outstanding as was the spirit during our worship. God, once again, sent visitors our way for which we are thankful. Pete and Brenda, who have been out ill for some time, were able to return for the first part of the service before Brenda’s back began troubling her again. We are glad they could join us for part of the service.
Urgent Prayer Requests
* Pete & Brenda, their health, especially Brenda’s back
* Brenda’s father who is very ill
* Brida Lovett and a job
* Brazel family
* Marilynn Norvell
* Cynthia Wordlaw, need for a kidney
* Aaron Wordlaw and his arthritis
* Dennis fighting kidney failure
* Gene & Lois Schulze at home.
* Caroline, Anne Overton’s sister-in-law, and family – terminal brain cancer
* Our church and need for revival
Upcoming Activities
1. Prayer Meeting, Wednesday, 7 p.m.
2. Breakfast Fellowship and Church Work Day, Saturday, 8 a.m.
3. Sunday School, Sunday, 9:15 a.m.
4. Worship Service including the Lord’s Supper, Sunday, 10:30 a.m.
5. Discipleship Training, Sunday, 5 p.m.
Breakfast Fellowship and Church Work Day!
Join us for a breakfast fellowship and church work day on Saturday, April 27 at 8:00 a.m.! Bethesda members will work collectively to spring clean (and repair) our church following a hearty breakfast potluck. Members should bring a breakfast dish, drink and side to share.
Please contact Karla Repperger if you have any questions.
Sermon Extras
1. At the very end of verse 25, Thomas says without the proofs he demands, “I will never believe.” While the use of double negatives in English is a “no no”, it was commonly used in the language of the New Testament to convey a very strong negative. Thomas uses the double negative here. Literally, you could translate the clause “Not not I will believe”. He is making it clear that, in his mind, believing in the risen Lord is an impossibility apart from his demands being met. What audacity!
2. In verse 27, Jesus tells Thomas “do not disbelieve but believe”. The construction in the original indicates Thomas was already becoming unbelieving and he needed to stop that trend. Instead (the “but” is very strong) he should be believing. “stop becoming unbelieving instead (start becoming) believing.”
Martin Luther on the Story of Doubting Thomas
It is now the power of the resurrection of Christ that St. Thomas, who was so deep and obdurate in unbelief, even more than any other disciple, was so suddenly changed, becomes an entirely different man, who publicly and freely confesses that he not only believes that Christ is risen but is also enlightened by the power of Christ's resurrection so that he firmly believes and confesses that he, his Lord, is true God and man, through whom, as he is now resurrected from unbelief, the fountain of all sin; so he will also arise from the dead at the judgment day and live forever with him in indescribable glory and blessedness. And not only he, but all who believe thus, as Christ himself further says to him: "Thomas, because thou hast seen me, thou hast believed: blessed are they that have not seen, and yet have believed."
From a sermon preached by Luther the Sunday after Easter, 1540.
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“Give up everything you have, carry a cross, and hate your family. This sounds a lot different than ‘Admit, believe, confess, and pray a prayer after me.’”
David Platt on Jesus’ call to those wanting to follow him.
_____________________________________
Wednesday Evenings
We meet together on Wednesday evenings beginning at 7 p.m. for a brief Bible study (about 15 minutes) followed by prayer time. Beginning on May 1, we are going to begin an exposition (verse by verse study) of those books in the Bible having only one chapter (there are 5 of them; do you know which ones they are?). We’ll begin one of those books on May 1 and spend 15 minutes a week going through the book until we have completed it. Then we will move on to the next one. Those of us who read the Bible through every year only spend one day reading through each of these books during our journey. This study will give you an opportunity to go more in-depth on each book.
Please join us for our study and for our prayer time on Wednesday evenings!
Pastor’s Postscripts
Spring is upon us! I hope to see many of you on Saturday at our breakfast fellowship and church work day!
Our weekly prayer meeting is Wednesday at 7pm. As noted above, starting next Wednesday, May 1, we will begin a new Bible study. This is a great opportunity to (1) study God’s Word, (2) spend time with fellow believers in prayer, and (3) engage in some fellowship with brothers and sisters in Christ! Why not join us?
May the blessings of the Lord be upon you this week. See you Sunday if not sooner.
Yesterday was a glorious one! The weather was outstanding as was the spirit during our worship. God, once again, sent visitors our way for which we are thankful. Pete and Brenda, who have been out ill for some time, were able to return for the first part of the service before Brenda’s back began troubling her again. We are glad they could join us for part of the service.
Urgent Prayer Requests
* Pete & Brenda, their health, especially Brenda’s back
* Brenda’s father who is very ill
* Brida Lovett and a job
* Brazel family
* Marilynn Norvell
* Cynthia Wordlaw, need for a kidney
* Aaron Wordlaw and his arthritis
* Dennis fighting kidney failure
* Gene & Lois Schulze at home.
* Caroline, Anne Overton’s sister-in-law, and family – terminal brain cancer
* Our church and need for revival
Upcoming Activities
1. Prayer Meeting, Wednesday, 7 p.m.
2. Breakfast Fellowship and Church Work Day, Saturday, 8 a.m.
3. Sunday School, Sunday, 9:15 a.m.
4. Worship Service including the Lord’s Supper, Sunday, 10:30 a.m.
5. Discipleship Training, Sunday, 5 p.m.
Breakfast Fellowship and Church Work Day!
Join us for a breakfast fellowship and church work day on Saturday, April 27 at 8:00 a.m.! Bethesda members will work collectively to spring clean (and repair) our church following a hearty breakfast potluck. Members should bring a breakfast dish, drink and side to share.
Please contact Karla Repperger if you have any questions.
Sermon Extras
1. At the very end of verse 25, Thomas says without the proofs he demands, “I will never believe.” While the use of double negatives in English is a “no no”, it was commonly used in the language of the New Testament to convey a very strong negative. Thomas uses the double negative here. Literally, you could translate the clause “Not not I will believe”. He is making it clear that, in his mind, believing in the risen Lord is an impossibility apart from his demands being met. What audacity!
2. In verse 27, Jesus tells Thomas “do not disbelieve but believe”. The construction in the original indicates Thomas was already becoming unbelieving and he needed to stop that trend. Instead (the “but” is very strong) he should be believing. “stop becoming unbelieving instead (start becoming) believing.”
Martin Luther on the Story of Doubting Thomas
It is now the power of the resurrection of Christ that St. Thomas, who was so deep and obdurate in unbelief, even more than any other disciple, was so suddenly changed, becomes an entirely different man, who publicly and freely confesses that he not only believes that Christ is risen but is also enlightened by the power of Christ's resurrection so that he firmly believes and confesses that he, his Lord, is true God and man, through whom, as he is now resurrected from unbelief, the fountain of all sin; so he will also arise from the dead at the judgment day and live forever with him in indescribable glory and blessedness. And not only he, but all who believe thus, as Christ himself further says to him: "Thomas, because thou hast seen me, thou hast believed: blessed are they that have not seen, and yet have believed."
From a sermon preached by Luther the Sunday after Easter, 1540.
_____________________________________
“Give up everything you have, carry a cross, and hate your family. This sounds a lot different than ‘Admit, believe, confess, and pray a prayer after me.’”
David Platt on Jesus’ call to those wanting to follow him.
_____________________________________
Wednesday Evenings
We meet together on Wednesday evenings beginning at 7 p.m. for a brief Bible study (about 15 minutes) followed by prayer time. Beginning on May 1, we are going to begin an exposition (verse by verse study) of those books in the Bible having only one chapter (there are 5 of them; do you know which ones they are?). We’ll begin one of those books on May 1 and spend 15 minutes a week going through the book until we have completed it. Then we will move on to the next one. Those of us who read the Bible through every year only spend one day reading through each of these books during our journey. This study will give you an opportunity to go more in-depth on each book.
Please join us for our study and for our prayer time on Wednesday evenings!
Pastor’s Postscripts
Spring is upon us! I hope to see many of you on Saturday at our breakfast fellowship and church work day!
Our weekly prayer meeting is Wednesday at 7pm. As noted above, starting next Wednesday, May 1, we will begin a new Bible study. This is a great opportunity to (1) study God’s Word, (2) spend time with fellow believers in prayer, and (3) engage in some fellowship with brothers and sisters in Christ! Why not join us?
May the blessings of the Lord be upon you this week. See you Sunday if not sooner.
Monday, April 15, 2013
Stirrings at Bethesda - April 15, 2013
Good Morning, Bethesda!
It was good seeing those of you who were with us in worship yesterday morning. Every time God’s children gather together gives us a small glimpse of what awaits us in glory!
Urgent Prayer Requests
* Pete & Brenda, their health
* Brida Lovett and a job
* Brazel family
* Marilynn Norvell
* Cynthia Wordlaw, need for a kidney
* Aaron Wordlaw having medical tests this week
* Dennis fighting kidney failure
* Gene & Lois Schulze at home.
* Caroline, Anne Overton’s sister-in-law, and family – terminal brain cancer
* Our church and need for revival
Upcoming Activities
1. Ladies Book Study, Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.
2. Prayer Meeting, Wednesday, 7 p.m.
3. Sunday School, Sunday, 9:15 a.m.
4.Worship Service, Sunday, 10:30 a.m.
5. Discipleship Training, Sunday, 5 p.m.
Ladies’ Book Study
The final session of the current Ladies’ Bible Study will be held this Tuesday evening at 6:30 p.m. Come and enjoy the fellowship.
Sermon Extras
1. In verse 20 of yesterday’s text, Christ “showed” his hands and side to the disciples. The word translated “showed” means “to make known, to point out, to explain, to prove”. Christ’s actions, therefore, was an explanation and proof of His identity and His resurrection.
2. Verse 23 is one of those “difficult” texts in Scripture. A simple reading of the verse may lead someone to conclude that men have been given the power to forgive sin. But, as I noted yesterday, such power is in the hands of God alone. John Calvin, the Genevan reformer, explained the verse this way:
“When Christ enjoins the apostles to forgive sins, He does not convey to them what is peculiar to Himself. It belongs to Him to forgive sins—He only enjoins them, in His name, to proclaim the forgiveness of sins.”
FELLOWSHIP!
Saturday, April 27 at 8 a.m.
This will be a fellowship and work day at our church. First, we will have a “potluck” breakfast at the church. Then, we’ll pitch in and help with various work tasks needed on our facilities. Finally, if we have enough people still on site around lunch time we’ll end the day with a pizza lunch!
Pastor’s Postscripts
I want to share with you this week from my heart out of concern for the spiritual welfare of some of those in our congregation. It is possible some of you who are reading this article are members of our church yet have never come to Christ. If so may God use His Word to convict you of your sins. Some of you who are reading this article are members of our church who are in the process of “falling away.” May God convict you of your need to return to Him.
I begin with the Word:
“And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.” (Hebrews 10:24-25)
Bethesda “meets together” at various times during the week, primarily on Sunday mornings, evenings, and Wednesday evenings. The only scheduled worship service of our church is Sunday mornings at 10:30. Without question, it is the largest gathering of our membership at any time of the week (as well it should be!). It is quite difficult for us to “stir one another to love and good works” as well as “encourage one another” when some of you do not attend Sunday morning.
Some of our members have not attended any morning worship services in the 4 years I have been at our church. I truly hope you are attending somewhere else. If not then I fear for your salvation because the true child of God would be prompted by the Holy Spirit within him to meet together with brothers and sisters for worship. If you are attending elsewhere then God bless you. Let us know and we will simply remove you from our membership roll.
Some of our members attend once or twice a year (e.g., Christmas and/or Easter). Where are you the remainder of the year? Do you make excuses for not attending worship regularly (e.g., “It’s too early in the morning.”)? Then I am also concerned for your soul. A true saint of God longs to worship the Lord Jesus with others as often as possible, certainly more than twice a year.
Some of our members attended worship fairly consistently but now have dropped “out of sight”. What has happened? Have you begun to make excuses for your absences? Have you found yourself uninterested in the public worship of God? Heed the warning of the Hebrews text and do NOT neglect public worship? Cry out to God for a renewed desire to worship with your brothers and sisters in Christ. And if there is no such desire then search your soul and make certain you are a true child of God.
I realize this article is not going to be well received by some in our congregation who read it. Nevertheless, it needs to be said. If you are a member and not faithfully attending on Sunday mornings you need to ask yourself “why”. If you are attending a church somewhere else then why do you remain a member of our church? Join the church you are attending and serve God through it. Otherwise, you need to be in public worship with your fellow members on Sunday morning. PERIOD.
The true believer in Christ does not simply relax on his profession of faith made years ago. The true believer in Christ perseveres in the faith, taking up his cross daily, and following His Lord. Such obedience is evidence of a saving faith. Such obedience includes joining together in public worship. If that evidence is lacking in your life then, membership or not, be very concern for the eternal destiny of your soul!
This word comes from a pastor’s love and concern for his flock. I ask you receive it as such.
May Christ bless His Word and His people!
It was good seeing those of you who were with us in worship yesterday morning. Every time God’s children gather together gives us a small glimpse of what awaits us in glory!
Urgent Prayer Requests
* Pete & Brenda, their health
* Brida Lovett and a job
* Brazel family
* Marilynn Norvell
* Cynthia Wordlaw, need for a kidney
* Aaron Wordlaw having medical tests this week
* Dennis fighting kidney failure
* Gene & Lois Schulze at home.
* Caroline, Anne Overton’s sister-in-law, and family – terminal brain cancer
* Our church and need for revival
Upcoming Activities
1. Ladies Book Study, Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.
2. Prayer Meeting, Wednesday, 7 p.m.
3. Sunday School, Sunday, 9:15 a.m.
4.Worship Service, Sunday, 10:30 a.m.
5. Discipleship Training, Sunday, 5 p.m.
Ladies’ Book Study
The final session of the current Ladies’ Bible Study will be held this Tuesday evening at 6:30 p.m. Come and enjoy the fellowship.
Sermon Extras
1. In verse 20 of yesterday’s text, Christ “showed” his hands and side to the disciples. The word translated “showed” means “to make known, to point out, to explain, to prove”. Christ’s actions, therefore, was an explanation and proof of His identity and His resurrection.
2. Verse 23 is one of those “difficult” texts in Scripture. A simple reading of the verse may lead someone to conclude that men have been given the power to forgive sin. But, as I noted yesterday, such power is in the hands of God alone. John Calvin, the Genevan reformer, explained the verse this way:
“When Christ enjoins the apostles to forgive sins, He does not convey to them what is peculiar to Himself. It belongs to Him to forgive sins—He only enjoins them, in His name, to proclaim the forgiveness of sins.”
FELLOWSHIP!
Saturday, April 27 at 8 a.m.
This will be a fellowship and work day at our church. First, we will have a “potluck” breakfast at the church. Then, we’ll pitch in and help with various work tasks needed on our facilities. Finally, if we have enough people still on site around lunch time we’ll end the day with a pizza lunch!
Pastor’s Postscripts
I want to share with you this week from my heart out of concern for the spiritual welfare of some of those in our congregation. It is possible some of you who are reading this article are members of our church yet have never come to Christ. If so may God use His Word to convict you of your sins. Some of you who are reading this article are members of our church who are in the process of “falling away.” May God convict you of your need to return to Him.
I begin with the Word:
“And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.” (Hebrews 10:24-25)
Bethesda “meets together” at various times during the week, primarily on Sunday mornings, evenings, and Wednesday evenings. The only scheduled worship service of our church is Sunday mornings at 10:30. Without question, it is the largest gathering of our membership at any time of the week (as well it should be!). It is quite difficult for us to “stir one another to love and good works” as well as “encourage one another” when some of you do not attend Sunday morning.
Some of our members have not attended any morning worship services in the 4 years I have been at our church. I truly hope you are attending somewhere else. If not then I fear for your salvation because the true child of God would be prompted by the Holy Spirit within him to meet together with brothers and sisters for worship. If you are attending elsewhere then God bless you. Let us know and we will simply remove you from our membership roll.
Some of our members attend once or twice a year (e.g., Christmas and/or Easter). Where are you the remainder of the year? Do you make excuses for not attending worship regularly (e.g., “It’s too early in the morning.”)? Then I am also concerned for your soul. A true saint of God longs to worship the Lord Jesus with others as often as possible, certainly more than twice a year.
Some of our members attended worship fairly consistently but now have dropped “out of sight”. What has happened? Have you begun to make excuses for your absences? Have you found yourself uninterested in the public worship of God? Heed the warning of the Hebrews text and do NOT neglect public worship? Cry out to God for a renewed desire to worship with your brothers and sisters in Christ. And if there is no such desire then search your soul and make certain you are a true child of God.
I realize this article is not going to be well received by some in our congregation who read it. Nevertheless, it needs to be said. If you are a member and not faithfully attending on Sunday mornings you need to ask yourself “why”. If you are attending a church somewhere else then why do you remain a member of our church? Join the church you are attending and serve God through it. Otherwise, you need to be in public worship with your fellow members on Sunday morning. PERIOD.
The true believer in Christ does not simply relax on his profession of faith made years ago. The true believer in Christ perseveres in the faith, taking up his cross daily, and following His Lord. Such obedience is evidence of a saving faith. Such obedience includes joining together in public worship. If that evidence is lacking in your life then, membership or not, be very concern for the eternal destiny of your soul!
This word comes from a pastor’s love and concern for his flock. I ask you receive it as such.
May Christ bless His Word and His people!
Monday, April 8, 2013
Stirrings at Bethesda - April 8, 2013
Good Morning, Bethesda!
Although our attendance was down considerably from our Easter Sunday service, the spirit of worship was great! The singing was quite spirited for a small gathering of believers. But, of course, as believers we have a lot to sing about!
Urgent Prayer Requests
* Pete & Brenda, their health
* Brida Lovett and a job
* Brazel family
* Marilynn Norvell
* Cynthia Wordlaw, need for a kidney
* Dennis fighting kidney failure
* Jimmy’s wife’s family in the loss of her grandfather over the weekend
* Gene & Lois Schulze at home.
* Caroline, Anne Overton’s sister-in-law, and family – terminal brain cancer
* Our church and need for revival
“For many, when spiritual darkness comes, we ‘remove’ Jesus as our Lord. No longer do we open our Bibles. No longer do we attend church. No longer do we pray. “
Annie Armstrong
Thank you to everyone who gave to the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering for North American missions over the past several weeks. Our emphasis ended yesterday and our collection is complete. While I do not have a final count, I do know that the good folks of Bethesda once again demonstrated their generosity and gave over $2000! The total more than doubles our church’s goal for this year’s offering, a true testimony of the giving spirit of our church. May the Lord bless each of you and use this donation to His glory!
Upcoming Activities
1. Ladies Book Study, Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.
2. BUSINESS MEETING, Wednesday, 7 p.m.
3. Sunday School, Sunday, 9:15 a.m.
4.Worship Service, Sunday, 10:30 a.m.
5. Discipleship Training, Sunday, 5 p.m.
Ladies’ Book Study
Yes, you are meeting this Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Yes, you are meeting in the church fellowship hall. Yes, you will have a wonderful time studying together and spending time in fellowship. Yes, Pam will do her usual great job in leading you. Yes, you will come and enjoy the time!
Business Meeting
Wednesday evening, 7pm!
We will be voting on an addition to our church by-laws.
Sermon Extras
1. As I noted yesterday, the King James renders John 20:17 as “Touch me not”. The better translation is “Stop clinging to me”. The Greek construction has a present tense imperative verb (“cling, take hold”) with a specific negative adverb (“not”). In such a construction, it is a command to stop doing something already being done. Mary has already grabbed the Lord and is being told by Him to stop.
2. Did you notice that the angels in verse 13 ask the identical question Jesus asks of Mary in verse 15? In Christ’s perfect kingdom there is perfect harmony. The angels always say what their Lord says! Contrast that with some of his saints here on earth!
3. Also notice how Jesus expands Mary’s thinking in v. 15. She has been looking for an “it”, Jesus’ body. But Christ asks her, “WHOM (not what) are you seeking?”
“Judge not the Lord by feeble sense,
But trust Him for His grace;
Behind a frowning providence
He hides a smiling face.”
William Cowper
FELLOWSHIP!
Saturday, April 27 at 8 a.m.
Join us for a “potluck” breakfast at the church. Then, after we enjoy our meal together, help us work around the church, cleaning up certain areas and performing minor repair work as part of our first 2013 work day.
If we have enough people still on site around lunch time we’ll end the day with a pizza lunch!
“... sometimes work is better than worship—or rather, work is worship in its best form.”
Charles Haddon Spurgeon
Pastor’s Postscripts
Ladies, have a great time on Tuesday! Church family, I encourage you to be part of our business meeting on Wednesday at 7 p.m. Finally, I hope to see everyone this coming Sunday as we sing praises to our great God and hear from His Word.
May He give each of you a blessed week!
Pastor Bruce
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