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Friday October 19, 2018
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
This coming Lord’s Day we will continue to consider Colossians 3:8-17 where Paul’s subject is the “new self,” which is the new person we have become in Christ Jesus. (v. 10).
As we have discovered, this “new self” is identified by several very beautiful attributes, or virtues, which Paul has placed before us in verses 12-13. We have studied each of these carefully over the last few weeks.
Last Lord’s Day, we saw how these virtues lead to certain actions that we are to engage in as we relate to one another within the Church: “bearing with one another” and “forgiving each other” (v. 13).
On Sunday, our focus will be upon verse 14 where Paul declares: “And above all these put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.” In this one little inspired sentence, the Apostle is summarizing how we get along as new creations in God’s grace! It has to do with “love”!
I can’t wait to explore this rich theme with you this Lord’s Day!
Before I go, let me highlight three very important upcoming events:
This Sunday evening October 21 at 6:00 PM we will have a special time of music in recognition of Reformation Day. Our music team, along with Dr. Carol Bart and Rich Bagdazian, will lead us in a selection of hymns that bring to light the rich history of the Reformed faith in a time of congregational singing. In addition, a variety of special selections will be presented by musicians in our congregation. Join us for this special evening and invite a neighbor! A Nursery is provided.
On Sunday October 28 there will be a New Member & Visitor’s Luncheon immediately after worship at the home of Rich and Christina Bagdazian, 2614 Legacy Preserve Dr. SE, Brownsboro. Be sure to sign up this Sunday at the information desk in the Nathex.
On Sunday November 11 and November 18 the Session will be receiving Nominations for the Offices of Elder and Deacon. All Communing CPC members are eligible to nominate qualified men for these positions. The Nominees should be men who meet the Biblical requirements for these offices as well as the responsibilities as outlined in the Book of Church Order. First, let me ask you to begin praying about this most important task. Next week I will send out a special note to the Church outlining the details of this process, and I will also be highlighting some of the duties and requirements of these two Church offices.
May our Father bless and keep you until we meet on Sunday!
I love you all so very much,
Mike
Upcoming Events:
October 20, 8 AM – Church Work Day
October 21, 2 PM – Ely Baby Shower at Walker Home
October 21, 6 PM – Music Program
October 23, 9 AM – Mother’s Morning Bible Study at Church
October 23, 6 PM – Women’s Evening Bible Study at Church
October 24, 10 AM – Women’s Morning Bible Study at Church
October 24, 6:30 PM – Parenting Small Groups
October 24, 6 PM – Diaconate Meeting
October 28, 4:30 PM – Youth Group at Church
October 28, 4 PM – Alleluia Choir at Church House
November 1, 6 AM – Men’s Morning Bible Study at Church
November 1, 11:30 AM – Women’s Ministry Potluck Lunch and Timbers Edge Clubhouse
November 11, 12 PM – Second Sunday Fellowship Lunch
Order of Worship:
You can access this week’s Order of Worship by clicking here
If you’d like to sing the songs with your family beforehand, the songs for this week are:
I Know Whom I Have Believed – Hymn 705 vs 1-4
This Is My Father’s World – Hymn 111 vs 1-3
In Need
Nothing But the Blood – Hymn 307 vs 1-4
Announcements:
Alleluia Choir: Choir will not meet on October 14 or 21, but will continue Sunday October 28 from 4:00 – 4:45 pm in the Music Room of the Church House.
Youth Group: We will meet again on Sunday, October 28 at the Church Fellowship Hall. The times will be from 4:30-6:30 pm and this will be for students ages 13-18 years of age. We ask that those who attend be at least 13 years of age due to the content of some of the discussions and the wide age range in the group.
Also of interest to the youth, Westminster Presbyterian is hosting our 2nd annual youth event at Monte Sano on Nov 3rd from noon til sunset. Last year we had about 80 students from 5 churches. Its a great chance for us to work together to have a large youth event. The event is 12-sunset – but as long as you say Westminster at the gate – FREE ADMISSION. So families can come and explore all day if you wish.
Church Work Day: Church Work Day will be 8 AM – Noon, Saturday, Oct 20. We will enjoy great fellowship while performing perform needed indoor and outdoor maintenance. Sign up today in the narthex to help and bring tools. If the weather is bad, the backup day is Saturday, Oct 27.
Ely Baby Shower: Please join us for a baby shower honoring Megan Ely as she anticipates the arrival of baby Grant! RSVP here http://evite.me/veB7gnDfDu See Amanda Dean if you’d like to help.
Music Program: There will be a special offering of music on Oct. 21 at 6 pm in recognition of Reformation Day. Our music team, along with Dr Carol Bart and Rich Bagdazian, will lead us in a selection of hymns that bring to light the rich history of the Reformed faith in a time of congregational singing. In addition, a variety of special selections will be presented by musicians in our congregation. Join us for this special evening and invite a neighbor! A Nursery is provided.
Visitor Luncheon: Join us on October 28th immediately after church at the home of Rich and Christina Bagdazian, 2614 Legacy Preserve Dr., Brownsboro. This is a special opportunity to have lunch and an informal time or fellowship with the Calverts and other visitors or new members. To reserve your space please contact Christina at cbagdazian@yahoo.com, or 256.812.2442 (no text) or sign up at the Welcome desk in the Narthex on Oct. 21st.
Prayer Requests:
Healing: Please pray for the health of the following individuals: Joanna Hill, Stewart King, Andy Trent, Suzanne Nimon, Robin Holloway, Chris Smotherman, Elizabeth Holton, Janet Chou, Ramona Edwards, and Nolan Osmer.
Expecting: Please pray for the Ely family, expecting in November.
Ministries: Please pray for the following missionaries and ministries: Seth and Jessica Lewis (Ireland); Steve and Rita Williams (New Zealand); Vinnie and Molly Athey (RUF at UAH); RUF at Alabama A&M; Ken and Angie Burnett (FCA); Franky Garcia (seminary student).
Emails:
general inquiries: admin@christpreshamptoncove.org
benevolence needs: benevolence@christpreshamptoncove.org
counsel and ministry needs: matthew@christpreshamptoncove.org
men’s ministry: men@christpreshamptoncove.org
women’s ministry: women@christpreshamptoncove.org
children’s ministry: children@christpreshamptoncove.org
youth ministry: youth@christpreshamptoncove.org
senior fellows: seniorfellows@christpreshamptoncove.org
Address:
288 Old Highway 431
Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763