Sermon Preview:
Beloved Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
This Lord’s Day we will take our final look at the majestic and mysterious nature of our Savior’s role as our Great High Priest.
Our text will come from from Hebrews 5:10 and 7:1-3 where we once again encounter the mysterious Old Testament figure, “ Melchizedek.” In keeping with the grand theme of the Epistle, the author will show us the glory and splendor of our Great High Priest, a vision that will move us to a deeper love and devotion to Him and His Eternal Kingdom.
Let me suggest that you do a little investigative work on Melchizedek before Sunday. Get familiar with Genesis 14:1-24 where he first makes an appearance in Scripture. There we find the story of his encounter with Abraham.
Then look at Psalm 110:1-7 where David speaks of him.
Finally, take some time also to read through Hebrews 7:1-28 where Melchizedek and our Lord are compared and contrasted.
Sunday Is the Last Day of Sunday School for 2020
This week is our last day of Sunday School until after the holidays. We will resume our classes for all ages on January 10, 2021. Each week until then we will gather for Worship at 10:30 AM.
Advent Sermons
The first Sunday of Advent 2020 is November 29.
This year I will be preaching a series from the book of Isaiah on ‘The Servant Songs of Christmas.’
Below you’ll find our sermon texts that can also serve as personal and family readings for each week:
The Week of November 29– Isaiah 42:1-9
The Week of December 6– Isaiah 49:1-13
The Week of December 13– Isaiah 50:4-11
The Week of December 20– Isaiah 52:13-15
A Final Word
Before I sign off on this Friday morning, I want to encourage you to continue to fervently pray for and reach out to those among our membership who are unable to be with us in worship because of health concerns.
Our Father’s eternal plan, which is always good and perfect, has taken each of us through an extended time of affliction. By all appearances, we will enter the New Year with the same challenges ahead for us.
Some among us are suffering more and in different ways than others, and we need to be ever mindful of this fact. There is an abundance of fear, uncertainty, and anxiety in the hearts of many of our dear brothers and sisters. And if there was ever a time for mercy, compassion, and unselfish devotion to one another’s well-being, it is now.
If and when the Lord brings someone to your mind, particularly among those who are not able to attend, please lift them up in prayer and then reach out to them in a tangible way with your love. This may be done through a simple phone call, text, email, or letter. But in whatever way your act of love is carried out, it will doubtless be such a rich and uplifting blessing!
In this unique time of testing, let us be very diligent to “ Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ” (Galatians 6:2).
I love you all so dearly, and never . . . ever. . . cease praying for you,
Mike
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. Masks are not required if you are maintaining social distance, but are welcome. 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.
Sunday School:
Reminder that the last Sunday School session of the Fall semester is this Sunday. Sunday School will resume after the first of the year.
Men’s Ministry:
Men’s book study of Calvin’s Institutes is meeting weekly on Tuesdays at 6:15-7:15 AM. We’re meeting upstairs at the Cooper House on Randolph Ave near downtown. 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
Note that we will not be meeting the week of Thanksgiving, but will resume on December 1.
Senior Fellows:
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
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
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
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 participate. I will let you know if and when it becomes available.
Children’s Ministry:
Children’s Christmas Party for children and families nursery to 2nd grade will be Sunday, 12/6, from 4 to 6 pm at the Dean’s house. Dinner and crafts! Please RSVP using this link or talk to Amanda Dean.
Youth:
Youth group meets again on December 6 at 4:30 at the church house.
Career/Singles:
The young career/singles group meets every Sunday evening at 5:30 at the home of Jim and Sharon Daughtry, for a time of fellowship & spiritual encouragement.
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.
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:
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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