God's Acre MCC ~ Weekly Newsletter |
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Good morning,
Yesterday I was preaching about the light of Jesus within us. God so loved this world that He gave us his only Son. God gave us the light of Jesus to shine out from us into the world.
We know when we have the light of Jesus within us, because it lights up every dark corner, and helps us to see the right path to walk. We, who have found Jesus in our life, are the lucky ones; there are many who have not yet found Jesus.
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As followers of Jesus, it’s our job to help people find that path to walk with Jesus.
As Christians were asked to spread the Good News to all we meet; this is not for our benefit, but for the benefit of other people, who will then have the light and love of Christ living in them.
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We are almost at the end of Lent, waiting for the glorious resurrection of Jesus, the day that we will celebrate.
And, as we celebrate that day, let us know that we have done everything within our power, to bring more people into the light and love of Jesus, which in turn will help them help others, Amen
In Christ
Rev. Janice
Rev. Janice Bowker
Senior Pastor | God's Acre MCC
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This Week's Sunday Service
14th March 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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Breathe on Me, Breath of God |
Online Guided Meditation
18th March 2021
2pm
Don't forget to register, by 16th March, if you would like to take part.
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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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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. |
March 2021
16th - Online Bible Study
7pm on Zoom
21st - In person Service Cancelled
Recording will be made available
23rd - Online Bible Study
7pm on Zoom
28th - PALM SUNDAY
In person Service Cancelled
Recording will be made available
30th - Online Bible Study
7pm on Zoom
April 2021
2nd - GOOD FRIDAY
In person Service Cancelled
Recording will be made available
4th - EASTER SUNDAY
In person Service Cancelled
Recording will be made available
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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 March 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 for the continued COVID vaccine effort; we thank the scientists who have found the vaccines
*Prayers of thanks for unexpected blessings
*Prayers of thanks to God, Jesus & the Holy Spirit; for watching over each one of us & guiding us daily
*Continued prayers of healing for Marina after surgery
*Continued prayers of healing for Gwen PR in the UK
*Continued prayers for strength & comfort for Liz, in the UK
*Continued prayers for all of our members and online viewers; may everyone feel the touch of God daily, in their lives
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*Please keep the homeless safe, whilst they sleep on the streets; please keep the shelters & food banks supplied, so that they can provide food & warm shelter for them
*Thanks for ALL essential workers, doctors, nurses, first responders, grocery store workers, utility workers
*Travel mercies for the Behr-Draper family
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Online BINGO
Coming Very Soon
Watch This Space
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March
14th - Jane BB
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
More locations will be added soon - they are being built right now.
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Cases of COVID-19, in Florida are currently 1,973,109 - that's another steep rise in cases by of 32,212.
In Marion County, cases rise to 28,224 that's another increase of 324 new cases this week.
More folk are now receiving their vaccinations; all over Marion County, teams are doing sterling work to get everyone vaccinated as soon as possible. Rev. Janice has heard from more of our folk, who are due their 2nd vaccination in the next couple of weeks; this is fabulous news. Of course, we still have quite a few who are not yet eligible to receive the vaccine, but we pray that the age range will be dropped soon, so that more can be vaccinated.
Listening to the science, even though we still have a ways to go, hope is on the horizon; it's been a long & trying year, but we have weathered it with patience & grace.
We still need to remain vigilant & do our bit to help Stop The Spread. Keep listening to the science - follow all precautions & guidelines.
MASK UP - KEEP YOUR DISTANCE - WASH YOUR HANDS - STAY HOME - STOP THE SPREAD - LISTEN TO THE SCIENCE
In the meantime, we will continue offering the online pre-recorded services, and really pray that we can begin looking at a plan to return very soon. 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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