God's Acre MCC ~ Weekly Newsletter |
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As I said in my sermon yesterday, I have dedicated the month of October for special prayers for everyone especially people who need healing.
We will be holding our first Online Healing Service on 20th October at 6pm (US Eastern), and I really would like you to come along, and bring your prayers with you that you would like to say for friends and family.
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Our healing services are always very popular, when we previously met in church, so I’m sure they’ll be every bit as good, but just from your own home. We have a lot to thank God for, because God is always there for us, every moment of every day.
God gives us grace even when we don’t ask for it or deserve it; God gives us mercy; God spares us from the wrong things we do; God blesses us and God is generous with both grace and mercy.
We can never run out of reasons to thank God; God is good all the time and all the time God is good.
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Here is the nighttime prayer I put in my sermon:
‘Thank you, God, for holding me together today. I needed you, and you were there for me. Thank you for every bit of love, mercy, and grace that you’ve shown me, even though I did not deserve it. Thank you for your faithfulness even in my suffering; you never fail me God; to you alone, be the glory, Amen
May you all be blessed this week, with peace and kindness.
In Christ
Rev. Janice
Rev. Janice Bowker
Senior Pastor | God's Acre MCC
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This Week's Service
3rd October 2021
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As a result of the pandemic, we are still facing some harsh financial challenges; we need to address them now, otherwise our future ministry could be severely affected.
YOU can help us do that, by financially supporting us with your tithes & offerings.
Even $5, $10, $20, $50 - received regularly can (and will) make a big difference.
WE REALLY DO NEED YOUR SUPPORT NOW
If you have been blessed by God, we ask that you bless your church. It is Biblical to tithe, so please give something back to God.
We have made it very easy to donate, either by mailing a check or using our online option.
Or, you can also mail in a check, payable to God's Acre MCC, to our PO Box mailing address.
God's Acre MCC
PO Box 770240
Ocala
Fl 34477-0240
Thank you for your generous financial support.
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October 2021
10th - View Recorded Service via YouTube
NO In-Person worship this week
14th - Online Coffee with the Pastor
Join Rev. Janice online for a time of virtual coffee & a chat - see info below
17th - View Recorded Service via YouTube
NO In-Person worship this week
20th - Online Healing Service at 6pm
Register to attend - details below
24th - View Recorded Service via YouTube
NO In-Person worship this week
31st - View Recorded Service via YouTube
NO In-Person worship this week
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Online Zoom Healing Service
Wednesday 20th October 2021
6pm (US Eastern)
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14th October 2021
11am to Noon
2nd Thursday of the Month
Join Rev. Janice for a Virtual Coffee Hour on 2nd Thursday of the month.
Meet up with church folk, have a chat, enjoy some coffee, tea, water & maybe even a slice of cake.
Zoom link will be published closer to the time. Save the date & see you there.
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*Continued prayers of thanks for Rev. Janice; for her tireless work, as she continues to guide & shepherd us, with hope & in faith, at this critical time for our church
*Constant prayers of healing for Nick D, Jon McB, Susan S, Hettie,
Camille, Val
*Continued prayers for our country & the world
*Thanksgiving for 3 amazing weeks, traveling 3,500 miles & experiencing God's nature; for a safe return home - Jan, Coco & Mardelle
*Prayers of strength for Bebe & her family, especially her niece; they are all experiencing extremely difficult times right now
*Prayers of comfort for Claire, whose gran - Betty - passed on Saturday
*Prayers for all teachers & school children
*Continued prayers that more people get vaccinated & that everyone follows protocol to stay safe & protect others when out in public
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*Prayers for all who knew Phillip, from MCC Manchester; he sadly passed away on Saturday
*Prayers for God's Acre; that it may stay financially solvent during this pandemic
*We give thanks for the abundance we all receive from God
*For those affected by hurricanes, earthquakes, fire, war zones - we ask that God continues to watch over the people & spread an arm of protection over them all
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We continue to make our services available online - YouTube, Facebook & our website - for you to participate in at your convenience.
This week's update come from the Florida Coronavirus Update & Information Group:
“For holiday parties, CDC says using a 'window fan' is advisable
The agency released its guidance on upcoming celebrations, including gathering outdoors and staying 6 feet apart.
It recommends getting together only with members of a household, meeting remote family and friends virtually or, if necessary, "Have an outdoor celebration with everyone at least 6 feet apart."
Those who have to venture to events should be vaccinated, the CDC said. And they should wear masks in communities with high rates of Covid-19 spread or when the vaccination status of others is unknown, even if parties are outdoors, the CDC said.
The agency said unvaccinated people should not travel and pointed out that masks are still required on public transportation.
We will continue to monitor the cases & weekly figures to assess when it might be safe to try to reopen again.
Let's all keep extra vigilant & do our bit to stay safe, keep our distance, wear a mask & wash our hands.
Please continue to keep Rev. Janice & the Board in your prayers, as they keep you in theirs.
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October Birthdays
14th - Dewey P
16th - Gwen P (UK)
19th - Jeanne BB
30th Mary Ann B
October Anniversary
8th - Maureen & Rebecca
16th - Donald & Thomas
31st - Jan & MarDelle
If you have a birthday or anniversary, and it is not listed, please let us know, so that we can add you to the list
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God's Acre MCC, Inc
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Worship Address: Online Worship Only via YouTube, Facebook Page & Website
Mailing Address: PO Box 770240, Ocala, FL 34477-0240
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