God's Acre MCC ~ Weekly Newsletter |
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Good morning,
On Sunday, I was preaching about letting your light shine; we do that in so many ways - by being kind, reaching out to people, offering a listening ear and treating others as you would want to be treated.
The smallest gesture of kindness we give, to somebody, can make an enormous difference to their life; just to how they’re feeling that day, what a difference it will make.
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I know we’re not meeting a lot of people these days, because of the Covid restrictions, but there are many other ways to contact people, which doesn’t cost anything.
I challenge you all this week to let your light shine; why don’t you do that by picking up the telephone, sending an email, or by sending a Viber or WhatsApp message to somebody you haven’t spoken to for a while.
Just check-in and find out how each is doing? What is each other up to? Maybe you’d like to say that you’ve been thinking about someone, or just to say ‘I miss you’.
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People who live alone don’t often hear that at all. Sunday was Valentine’s Day, so it’s a perfect time to start to think of those folks whom you know, who live alone and maybe didn’t get a Valentine’s message; why not reach out to them?
We are still a community, even though we’re not meeting in person; let’s shine a light on someone this week, to make them feel loved & missed, amen
In Christ
Rev. Janice
Rev. Janice Bowker
Senior Pastor | God's Acre MCC
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This Week's Sunday Service
14th February 2021
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To ensure the best sound quality, please make sure that your volume is turned up, or that your speakers and/or headphones are plugged in.
If you have a SMART TV, you can also view our services directly on your TV via our:
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Online Bible Study
Wednesday's at 7pm
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If you haven't done so already, or if it's not your custom to support your church financially, we really do need your financial support.
We've made it very easy to donate online - whether it's weekly, or monthly; EVERY $ really does make a huge impact & and big difference to our budget.
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
It really does mean a great deal that you continue to support God's Acre MCC.
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If you'd like to follow along, with the service and readings, for next Sunday please click on the link below, where you be able to view a condensed copy of the Worship Guide for 21st February 2021
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Whilst the church building remains closed, for in-person gatherings, we are doing our best to bring online worship, prayers and other church activities, to you virtually. |
FEBRUARY 2021
17th - ASH WEDNESDAY
In person Service Cancelled
Recording will be made available
17th - Online Bible Study - Week 3
7pm on Zoom
Registration Required
21st - In person Service Cancelled
Recording will be made available
24th - Online Bible Study - Week 4
7pm on Zoom
Registration Required
28th - In person Service Cancelled
Recording will be made available
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As we cannot meet in person yet, our Ash Wednesday Service, will be uploaded to our YouTube, our website and God's Acre Facebook Page, for you to view on Wednesday.
You should also have received a package with more communion wafers, Ash Wednesday stickers & your Palm Cross, in readiness for our Lenten Services
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Board Members &
Lay Delegate Info
Moderator: Rev. Janice Bowker
Vice Moderator: Alan R
Treasurer: Maureen P
Clerk: Sandy B
Lay Delegate & Social Media Admin: Marina L
Next Board Meeting
28th February 2021
Board members will meet virtually
for the foreseeable future
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We ask for the following prayers this week:
*Continued prayers for strength for Rev. Janice, as she continues to guide & shepherd us through this pandemic; we thank you for her continued hard work, her leadership & grace these past months of trial & uncertain times
*Prayers of joy for new life in AZ
*Continued prayers of peace for our country & our world
*Continued prayers for Val B, Margie & Monica, Camille, Elaine, Gwen P, Gwen T, Andrew J, Paul, Roy & Betty, Ed & Beverly, Fran, Dennis, Keith, Donald, Alan
*Prayers for Hettie who is Healing after surgery
*Prayers of thanks for successful surgery
*Continued prayers for our country, as we continue to see the high daily rise in COVID cases, and a new, more transmittable strains.
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*Please keep the homeless safe, whilst they sleep on the streets; please keep the shelters & food banks supplied, os that they can provide food & warm shelter for them
*We give thanks for everyone receiving this newsletter and watching our services online
*Thanks for ALL essential workers, doctors, nurses, first responders, grocery store workers, utility workers
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23rd - Sandy B
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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Don't forget that, during this time of social distancing, isolation and uncertainty, if you need to chat, have a prayer request, if you have a concern, or if you'd like to pass on some good news, Rev. Janice is available.
Don't forget to check in on Facebook too. Rev. Janice loves hearing from you all.
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Ongoing Fundraiser
Just enter 7070
when you select your preferred wash, at Racewash & God's Acre will receive 10% donation from every wash
You can still help God's Acre & still maintain a safe social distance!
TWO GREAT LOCATIONS
3065 SE 24th Street
5199 SW 49th Court
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Cases of COVID-19, in Marion County, in the last week have risen again, to 26,227; that's another increase of 889 new cases in a week.
It is incumbent upon all of us to help stop the spread.
We know that appointments are available across the county, but they are filling up very quickly at Publix Pharmacies, CVS & Walgreens; please keep checking with them to book your place.
COVID-19 is still very rampant, in our area, especially with more new strains still being identified; these are being transmitted 70% faster that regular COVID-19. These new strains are very virulent and we really need to keep in our 'bubbles' to stay safe.
MASK UP - KEEP YOUR DISTANCE - WASH YOUR HANDS - STAY HOME - STOP THE SPREAD - LISTEN TO THE SCIENCE
It's still going to take several weeks (maybe months) before it will be safe enough to return to church, even with social distancing & wearing masks. The only safe practice, right now, is to continue offering the online pre-recorded services, for the foreseeable future. Please keep supporting your church, as much as you are able - it is greatly appreciated.
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Worship Address: Online Worship Only During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Mailing Address: PO Box 770240, Ocala, FL 34477-0240
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