Sermon Preview:
Dear Brothers and Sisters in the Lord,
This coming Lord’s Day we will take the second of our three looks at Hebrews 4:14-16.
You will remember that the theme of this magnificent passage is ‘Jesus Our Great High Priest.’ This week we will consider a couple of major issues that we discover in this text about His ministry as the final High Priest.
First, we will look at why we need a better priest. And then, we will explore the things that make Jesus the greatest High Priest of all. Again, you will benefit from studying Hebrews 4:14-5:10 in preparation for Sunday’s message from God’s Word.
A Note About Sunday School
We had a wonderful first day back last Lord’s Day in Sunday School! We are so very thankful for all of our teachers and leaders who have committed themselves to serving in our educational ministry. Praise the Lord for your “ labor of love” (1 Thessalonians 1:3)!
For those attending our High School through Adult Class on “Understanding the Times,” let me encourage you to be sure and download the outlines from the Church website for your use this Sunday in our class. You may find them below, or on the main page of the church website.
This week we will continue our discussion of Marxism, with a special focus upon Marxism as it appears today in our world (what’s known as ‘Cultural Marxism’). We will consider how it differs radically from the Christian worldview, and how we should respond to it from the Word of God.
May our Father bless you richly, and I love you with all my heart!
Mike
Handouts for Sunday School:
Announcements:
COVID-19 Message:
For those of you who are attending worship in person on Sunday morning, please practice social distancing as much as you are able and observe the pew markers so that we may keep a safe, 6-ft between families. During this time, we will not have nursery or fellowship time with food and drink. If any family member has been sick, or you have a pre-existing condition, please consider staying home and joining us by watching the recorded service when it is sent out. The Session has asked all congregants, out of love for one another, to wear a mask throughout our worship service if you are able. We hope and pray that if you have any needs, you will let a staff member or deacon know so that we can serve you well during this trying time.
Church Work Day:
We will have Church Work Day 8 AM – Noon, Saturday, October 24. The purpose is to perform needed landscaping and cleaning at the Church and Church House. While doing this, we will have a great time of fellowship. We need the help of about 30 adults and teens to help with this job. We also need tools.
Please sign up in the narthex to help and bring needed tools or send sign up email to Joe Sims at: vegeman1966@gmail.com
We will maintain social distancing and provide sanitary snacks (packaged and bottled water).
If the weather is bad, our backup Work Day will be Saturday, November 7.
Men’s Ministry:
Men’s book study of Calvin’s Institutes resumes on Sept 8th. We meet weekly on Tuesdays at 6:00-7:15 AM at Blue Plate on Governors Dr. All men are welcome to join us in building friendships as we discuss our lives in Christ at a practical level. If interested, please contact darondrown@gmail.com
Senior Fellows:
The Senior Fellows continue their weekly Bible study on Tuesdays from 9:00 to 10:00 AM. We will use the Zoom virtual meeting application to study What Is Reformed Theology? by R.C. Sproul. The topics for the 12 week series are listed below. Church members are welcome to join us. For further information, email us at seniorfellows@
Sep 22 – Scripture Alone
Sep 29 – Faith Alone (Part 1)
Oct 6 – Faith Alone (Part 2)
Oct 13 – Covenant
Oct 20 – Total Depravity (Part 1)
Oct 27 – Total Depravity (Part 2)
Nov 3 – Unconditional Election
Nov 10 – Limited Atonement
Nov 17 – Irresistible Grace
Nov 24 – Perseverance of the Saints
Women’s Ministry:
Therefore, here is the Current information regarding our Bible Studies this Fall. The three studies will be listed below.
Tuesday Morning Study facilitated by Amy Schnorrenberg
Date: September 29th
Time: 9:30 am
Place: Christ Pres
Topic: Marriage
Speaker: Video series by Paul Tripp
Childcare: Will be provided and currently in the planning stages
Contact person: Amy Schnorrenberg
Wednesday Morning Bible Study
DATE: September 16th
Time: 10am -1130am
Place: Christ Pres Fellowship Hall
Topic: Pilgrim’s Progress (Penguin Classics )
( book can order through Amazon.com for $10.79 )
Speaker: Video series by Derek Thomas (Ligonier Ministry)
Contact person: Mary Lee McKee
Wednesday Night Bible Study
Date: September 16th
Time: 6pm – 730pm
Place: Christ Pres Fellowship Hall
Topic: Pilgrim’s Progress (Penguin Classics)
( book can be ordered through Amazon.com for $10.79 )
Speaker: Video series by Derek Thomas (Ligonier Ministry)
Contact person: Denise Scrip
For the two Wednesday Women’s studies I am in the process of learning how to incorporate a Zoom Meeting process for those who don’t feel comfortable meeting in person but still want to partici[ate. I will let you know if and when it becomes available.
Children’s Ministry:
Please help our young families by volunteering to serve in the toddler nursery on Sunday mornings from 10:15 to 11:30. We welcome any adult and teen over 12 (with an adult). We need lots of help! You may sign up HERE.
Remember, our baby nursery will remain closed through December.
Join us for a “parking lot playdate” on Sunday, 9/27, from 4:30 to 6:30. Bring the kids, their scooters or bikes, and a picnic supper. RSVP HERE.
Youth:
Next youth group bible study is Sunday, 9/27, from 4:30 to 6:30 at the church house. Youth/families cookout at the Davis’ Farm on Saturday, 10/3, at 6 pm. RSVP to Matthew Elliott.
Career/Singles:
The career/singles group will resume meeting on September 13th at 5:30 at the home of Jim and Sharon Daughtry, for a time of fellowship and spiritual encouragement. More details to follow.
Prayer Requests:
Healing: Please pray for the health of the following individuals: Lincoln Ely, Rich Bagdazian, Zig and Virdia Jastrebski, Ramona Edwards, Bill Dent, Jacky Haynes, Steve Terry, Bill Cowley, Larrabee Kirkland, Elizabeth Holton, and Nolan Osmer.
Expecting: Please pray for the Lancaster family, expecting in April.
Ministries: Please pray for the following missionaries and ministries: Seth and Jessica Lewis (Ireland); Steve and Rita Williams (New Zealand); Noah and Karleigh Stephens (Thailand); Vinnie and Molly Athey (RUF at UAH); Amos and Jessica Williams (RUF at Alabama A&M); Ken and Angie Burnett (FCA); Franky and Alaina Garcia (church plant in Canada); Dieter Paulson (church plant in Scottsboro, AL); Gannon Miles (seminary student); The Huntsville Pregnancy Resource Center.
Online Donations:
If you would like to give to Christ Presbyterian, you can do so at the following link:
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