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Devotional
Matthew 11
Today's passage reminds us Jesus' ministry on earth was not an easy undertaking! And yet, Jesus is still able to pray, "I praise you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to little children."
- List all the reasons Jesus had in this passage to not praise God.
- What lessons can we take from Jesus to help us when we are tempted to focus on self-pity instead of worship?
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Will Sutton has accepted the invitation from our church to serve as Student Ministries Pastor. Please be in prayer for Will and his family as he transitions from his current ministry assignment to serve here at HCN. He will begin here officially in November but will be present at this Sunday's meeting with parents of youth at 6:00 PM in the Chapel. More details below...
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THIS WEEK:
- Thursday:
Funeral S
ervices for Lisa Strickland to be held here at Harrisonville Church of the Nazarene. Family will receive friends from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM, with the Funeral Service beginning at 2:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Susan G. Koman Cancer Foundation and may be sent in care of Dickey Funeral Home, P.O. Box 432, Harrisonville, Missouri 64701.
- Sunday:
Youth Parents' Meeting with Will Sutton, our new Students Ministries Pastor, 6:00 PM in the Chapel. All parents of youth-aged students are invited to this special meeting where we will look at the future of our Youth Ministry. Pizza will be provided.
- October is Pastor Appreciation Month: Two baskets have been provided in the church lobby where cards and other demonstrations of gratitude can be left for Pastor Bill, Pastor Lisa, and Pastor Samuel.
SUNDAY MINISTRIES:
- Prayer Time
, 9:00 AM (Room 103).
- Sunday School for all ages, 9:30 AM.
- Family
Worship Service,
10:45 AM (Sanctuary). Children join us in worship every 4th Sunday of the month.
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UPCOMING EVENTS:
October 29: Alabaster Offering Sunday.
This special offering goes toward the purchase of land and construction of churches, schools, medical facilities, and homes for missionaries and national workers.
November 12: All Church Fellowship Dinner, following Morning Worship.
Food Pantry Volunteer Day Correction:
Our church is not scheduled to help until Friday, December 15.
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DISCIPLESHIP MINISTRIES
Every Sunday morning at 9:30 AM, men and women gather in our church to study God's Word, encourage each other, and seek to grow together as Christ followers. If you are not currently involved in one, we invite you to try one of them out:
Coulter -
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality: It's Impossible to Be Spiritually Mature, While Remaining Emotionally Immature by Pete and Geri Scazzero.
Pan de Vida -
Journey through the Old Testament (
in Spanish
).
Pastor Bill - Sermon Preview. Join Pastor Bill as he explores the themes in the next Sunday's passage and invites feedback from the class.
Pastor Rockey -
Study of the book of Philippians.
Unruh -
Study of Holiness and the Christian life.
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 SHARING THE LOVE OF GOD:
Children's Mercy Toy Drive, Ends Today. Collecting new toys, board games, and art supplies to donate as part of the Cass County Drug Court "Pay-It-Forward" project. A box for donations is in the church foyer.
Providing Relief after Recent Natural Disasters.
Countless people are still recovering in the aftermath of the various earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, and now wildfires that have affected places such as Puerto Rico, Mexico, many Caribbean nations, as well as the coasts of our country. These are two organizations that are providing on-the-ground relief to those affected:
- Nazarene Compassionate Ministries responds to crisis as they happen throughout the world.
Go to www.NCM.org or call 1.800.310.6362 to contribute or find how you can help.
- Heart to Heart International is a nonprofit organization which is involved in providing medical help, mobilizing health personnel and resources directly to affected areas. They have been partnering with NCM in helping people affected by last month's hurricanes. Go to www.HearttoHeart.org or call 913.764.5200.
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PRAYER FOR TODAY
Lord, God, almighty and everlasting Father, you have brought us in safety to this new day: Preserve us with your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin, nor be overcome by adversity; and in all we do direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
from "The Divine Hours, Vol 2"
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