Receiving, Growing In, and Sharing the Love of God
Wednesday, October 11, 2017
Devotional
Luke 22:39-46

In the Mount of Olives, Jesus lifts up a brave prayer to his Father in heaven, asking if there is any alternative to the cross but also declaring, "yet not my will, but yours be done." Even in the midst of his anguish, Jesus was still teaching his disciples. Surely he wanted more  time with them, for  as they will soon  demonstrate they are not  ready for the events to come.
 
- To what extent do you think Jesus wanted a different way to fulfill God's plan, and to what extent do you think he just wanted more time to fulfill his work on earth? Why?
...to our Senior High Youth class, for your contributions to our church over the last weeks!  From serving us lunch last Sunday, to helping at the Preschool and visiting Crown Care, we appreciate all you have done and the example of selfless service you have demonstrated.


~ Your Church Family
THIS WEEK:

New Sermon Series:


SUNDAY MINISTRIES:
- Prayer Time , 9:00 AM (Room 103).
- Sunday School for all ages, 9:30 AM. 
- Worship Service 10:45 AM (Sanctuary).
- Children's Church, 10:45 AM (Chapel).
UPCOMING EVENTS:

October 20: Food Pantry Volunteer Day. One morning shift and two afternoon shifts - signup will be in the lobby in the coming Sundays.

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.
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.
CompassionSHARING THE LOVE OF GOD:

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.
PRAYER FOR TODAY

Your light is the only light I need,
as I travel through life's mystery.
Your word the only voice I hear,
that still small voice  that leads me to the place where I should be.
Your presence is the only company I need,
as I walk this narrow road.
Your fellowship the warmth I crave,
to help me on my way. Amen.
 
from www.FaithandWorship.com
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