The Good News
November 7, 2019
"
Coming together to know Christ and make him known"
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Sunday Sermons:
November 10
"
Elijah: The Man who When Away
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2 Kings
2:1-14
November 17
"
Elisha: The Man Up Next
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2 King
s 6:8-23
Nov. 17
Confirmation Sunday & Congregational Meeting
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Missed a sermon?
Want to hear one again? Go to our website to listen, read the bulletin, and enjoy the ministry of music provided each week. Here is a
link.
Or you can listen to sermons on the church APP.
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Congregational Meeting November 17
The Session has called for a congregational meeting immediately following the worship service for the purpose of electing the slate from our Church Nominating Committee.
The Ruling Elder candidates for the Class of 2022 are Cindy Brelsford, Shawn Frazier and Matt Yost; Michael McMahon completing the term for class of 2020. The Deacon candidates for the Class of 2022 are Fred Irwin (Finance), Leonard Wiley (Congregational Care). Thank you for praying for our Ruling Elder and Deacon candidates.
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Generosity Lives Here!
This year's stewardship letter was mailed to the congregation on October 23 (
you can read a copy here).
Commitment cards
(see one here)
may be found in the church foyer or you may pledge online at
www.longviewepc.org/serve/giving
. Your response may be mailed in or placed in the offering boxes. Thank You!
Please let us hear from you by
November 11
if possible, so the Finance Committee can begin to prepare the 2020 budget.
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Best Seats in the House!
Your Worship Arts Team is aware that the configuration of our sanctuary makes getting smooth, quality sound in all areas of the sanctuary difficult. While we continue to address this issue we want you to be aware that
the best seats for sound are found directly off the center aisle.
We encourage you to sit in these areas to get the most out of our music and worship experience.
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BUCKNER CHRISTMAS MARKET GIVING TREES
This year we are hosting a Giving Tree to help Buckner families bring joy to their children this Christmas season. The trees will be in the foyer Sunday, November 17, decorated with items for children of all ages, separate cards for teens and Christmas meal gift card opportunities. Please pick a "card (s)" you would like to fulfill and please SIGN the List with the Card number.
All
unwrapped
gifts, etc. can be dropped off at 1014 South High Street through December 6 or drop them off at the church office by Thursday, December 5 and the church will deliver them for you. For questions, call the church office (903.234.0032).
You can also purchase gifts year-round for Buckner from their
Amazon Wish List
.
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Thank you's
NEW:
Your donations are a blessing to the women at the House of Hope. May the Lord multiply blessings to you! Philippians 1:6.
Thank you from House of Hope.
NEW:
Dear Friends of Newgate, We are so grateful for your recent gift to Newgate Mission... The cooler months approaching are often accompanied by increased need for individuals, families, and seniors. Your gift goes directly toward helping women, men and children right here in Longview. Thank you for being a blessing to them. With sincere graditude,
Hollie Bruce, Executive Director.
VOLUNTEERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME - Just give us a call at the church office!
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Parenting in Today's Digital Playground
Wondering what it looks like to parent faithfully amidst all the technology in your child's life?
Click here
to read an article by two of the directors at the Fuller Youth Institute (part of Fuller Seminary) entitled
Parenting in Today's Digital Playground.
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Last Call - only three more meetings!
Kidmin Meals Needs You! We have donated funds to cover these meals, so if you would like to volunteer to simply order, pick up and/or serve, please sign up and let the office know how you would like to assist.
Dates: November 13 & 20, December 11.
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Why would you use a church app ?
We are pleased to announce that Longview EPC's new app is well underway. Listen to sermons, see upcoming events and more, easily from your phone.
Click here to see more.
Our LONGVIEW EPC App is available on Google play for devices such as Samsung and in the App store for Iphones.
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"Wonderful Child"
December 8 at 5:00 p.m.
Come join us as the children tell God’s big story of grace through our Savior’s presence. All are welcome! Reception to follow. Invite your friends!
Rehearsals continue on Sundays from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. in the sanctuary.
There’s still room for shepherds, angels and town’s people. We would love to have your child participate. For more information, contact
David Luna
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Christmas Eve Chime Ensemble
CHRISTMAS EVE CHIME ENSEMBLE: Meets this Monday at 7:00 p.m. in the Choir Room and Sundays beginning November 17 in the Carlton room at 5:30 p.m.
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Interested in membership at Longview EPC?
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Please Pray for
:
Marti Fuhrman, Richard Fuhrman
,
Hettie Pollock,
Jack Mitchell Sr., Bill Ramey, Janice McVay (Karen Taylor's Mom), Jan Kelly, John Dalton, Barbara Steinbach, Ellie Bessey, Aaron Leath
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At Home:
Frances Sample
Heritage Place
- Bill Howell
Buckner
- Felicia Grubbs, Martha Ellis, Dorothy Chandler, Elaine Beckett,
Jim Yancey
Colonial Village
- A. J. Luna
Whispering Pines
- LaVern Byrd
Parkview
- Marge Smith
Brookdale
- Joanne Stephens
Gilmer
- Charlotte Poole
Lindale-
Dotty Rawlins
Henderson
- Bob Bement
Tyler
- Richard Fuhrman
Oklahoma
- Jean Knight
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11/9: Marge Smith
11/10: Mary Alphin, Cameron Foy,
Allison Goll, Makenzie Goll
11/12: Scott Stanley
11/13: Barbara Linthicum, Larry Pyle
11/15: Stephen Tubergen
11/16: Hettie Pollock
11/19: Melissa Swallow
11/20: Cliff Hale
11/23: Jacob Taylor
11/25: Nathan Foy, A.J. Luna
11/26: Robert Bruton, Dallas Maher,
Corinne Selph, Eric Smith
11/28: Shane Best
11/29: Beth Franklin, Tiffany Jehorek
11/30: Karen Harding
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Calendar:
Tonight:
5:30 Praise Team
7:47 The Backyard
Sunday, November 10
-
10:50 Sunday Classes
4:00 Children's Musical Rehearsal
5:00 Youth Fellowship
Monday, November 11 -
7:00 Chime Ensemble Rehearsal
Tuesday, November 12 -
5:30 Finance Meeting
Wednesday, November 13 -
Youth Bible Studies
5:15 Kidmin Dig In!
6:30 Choir Rehearsal
Thursday, November 14 -
5:00 Session Meeting
5:30 Praise Team
7:47 The Backyard
Sunday, November 17 -
Confirmation Sunday
Congregational Meeting
Buckner Giving Tree
4:00 Children's Musical Rehearsal
5:00 Youth Fellowship
5:30 Chime Ensemble Rehearsal - Carlton Rm
Photo Edition publishing in a few days!
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Regular Schedule:
Sundays
Worship Service 9:30 am
Sunday Classes 10:50 am
Wednesdays
5:15 pm Kidmin Dig In!
Youth Bible Studies
6:30 pm Choir Rehearsal
Thursdays
5:30 pm Praise Team
7:47 pm The Backyard
Upcoming Events:
November 28 -Happy Thanksgiving
(Office Closed Nov. 28-29)
Sunday, December 1 - 1st Sunday of Advent -
Worship with Communion followed by Sunday School
(No Potluck)
Wednesday, December 4 -
5:30 Hanging of the Greens
Sunday, December 8 -
5:00 "Wonderful Child"
A Children's Musical
Wednesday, December 11 -
11:30 Lunch Bunch
Volunteer at Buckner Market!
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Shredding bins from Shred-It provided in Trinity Hall & Church office for your convenience.
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Worship Service at 9:30 am each Sunday
Next publication November 21. Office Hours Monday 9-1, Tues, Wed., Thurs., 9-4, Friday 9-1
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