THE CHAPELINE - March 15, 2022

FROM PASTOR BROCK...

"Unfamiliar and Awesome!"

On each Sunday morning, we are receiving a large number of visitors during Worship. I'm not sure if you've noticed, but if you haven't and you consider yourself a "regular" attendee at the Chapel, make sure to take notice next Sunday.

It is human nature to look for something familiar, or at least, to look for something that reflects our life experiences. Part of the challenge of being a "regular" at church is that we tend to look for the "familiar", bypassing the unfamiliar and unknown. I could stand on a soapbox if you'd like, but instead, I'll just offer a suggestion: Please don't overlook the unfamiliar, different, and new.

God's work is accomplished in all kinds of ways. If we limit ourselves to only the people we know and understand, then we are likely limiting ourselves to the different ways that God is helping us to grow. If we don't welcome the new and unfamiliar, we also limit the growth and potential of the Chapel.  

This past Sunday, I met a couple of guests who said that they were invited to attend worship by someone they met just a few days before. That's the way to do it! That's being on the lookout for the new and unfamiliar, and inviting them to be a part of something special, hopeful, and loving. That's just one example of God doing something awesome and allowing us to be a part of it!

Stay safe and healthy this week! God Bless, Brock.

 Be alert, be present. I'm about to do something brand-new. It's bursting out! Don't you see it? There it is! I'm making a road through the desert, rivers in the badlands. Isaiah 43:19 The Message

WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY, March 20, 2022

"Motivation to Succeed"

Scriptures: Luke 14:1-24

Watch Worship LIVE @ 10 am (EST) on our Website: Sunday March 20 Worship

CLICK HERE to see our previous Worship Services.

It's Lent 2022 at the Chapel! Are you in?  

1. Commit to a Holy Lent

2. Read the Daily Devotions and participate in the Daily

Challenges

3. Bring $1 to Worship

Calendars are available (online and in the Chapel office) that indicate all of the Devotions and Challenges for the season. Visit the Chapel's website, Facebook Page, and worship with us each week to receive all the details. If you are a virtual participant, we are thrilled that you are joining us!  

CONGREGATIONAL MEETING

 Sunday, March 20

Join us on Sunday, March 20, following worship for an informational meeting. The Chapel's Board of Directors has been researching a construction project to help in the Chapel's planning opportunities. Come listen and hear what we're exploring. Members and Guests are invited!

Shifting Sands

No Shifting Sands due to the Board of Trustees Meeting this week. Our next meeting will be on Thursday, March 24, 2022, at 10 am at the Chapel!

Pearls of Wisdom from Shifting Sand:

"Success is failure turned inside out - 

the silver tint of the clouds of doubt,

and you never can tell how close you are,

it may be near when it seems afar;

so stick to the fight when you're hardest hit -

it's when things seem worst, you must not quit."

- Edgar Guest - American poet and radio personality

Israel Trip Meeting

 Sunday, March 27

Those who are travelling to Israel this April will meet Sunday, March 27, upstairs following worship for an informational meeting. We will discuss insurance and any questions you may have for the trip. 

Eirinn Abu - Saxophonist Concert April 3, 3PM

The Chapel will host noted local saxophonist Eirinn Abu as a musical guest for worship during our morning service with a concert in the sanctuary and at 3pm in the afternoon. The concert is free and open to the public and a free-will offering will be taken.

CHAPEL BOOK CLUB MEETING AT LAZY LOBSTER

The next meeting of the Chapel Book Club will be on Monday, April 11, at the Lazy Lobster at noon.

The book we will be discussing is The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles.  The book is an intricate and moving exploration of journeys and the unexpected turns they can take. An exhilarating ride through Americana.

Please sign up in Shook Fellowship Hall or email Judy Achre at paulandjudy@gmail.com if you plan to join us.

Would you like to honor or remember someone with flowers in Worship?

Would you like to sponsor special music during Worship?

Contact the Chapel Office and we'll help make it possible!

admin@longboatislandchapel.org

(941) 383-6491

March and April - Backpacks for Kids - "SAFE the Children"

Please consider donating a small duffle bag or backpack to Charitable Outreach for use by our local foster school children.

The bags and backpacks are important for our foster children because it gives them their own "luggage" as they move from home to home.

Bring the bags and backpacks to the Chapel during March! We need them now!

Sunday Morning Refreshments!

Would you like to help by bringing some goodies for Sunday morning, following Worship, at Fellowship Time? You are welcome to bring any of your favorite goodies, especially if some of them can be frozen! If you have questions, contact Vickie Van Meier, (941) 388-7284.

Kathy Logsdon, Mike & Chris Dawson, Dennis Cooper, Hudson, Amy James, Lynn, Michael Kinney, Carola, Barbara Childress, Ethel Doughty, Julie Burdian, Chuck, Roma & Peter, Eileen McTiernan, Elisa, George, Don, Megan McSheffrey, Rogers family

WAYS OF GIVING

Thank you for your generosity!

• Checks and/or money orders written out to Longboat Island Chapel.
• Direct withdrawal from your bank to ours. Call the Chapel office at 941-383-6491 for our routing and account numbers.
• All major credit cards are accepted. Simply contact Chapel staff at 941-383-6491 to charge your one-time gift.
• Ongoing monthly support via your credit card. Office staff will be happy to debit your charge card at the beginning of each month in an amount established by you.
• Support the Longboat Island Chapel via the "donate" button on our homepage at www.longboatislandchapel.org. This may be a one time, or ongoing contribution, whichever you prefer!

If you are an Amazon shopper, please pay attention! Amazon will donate a percentage of each purchase to a qualified organization of your choice.  Longboat Island Chapel is now registered with Amazon, and if you will select the Chapel as your preferred organization, Amazon will donate a percentage of each purchase to the Chapel. This is free money for the Chapel, so please, register today!

Instructions for Amazon Smile: Log into your Amazon account as normal. In the Amazon search bar, search for Amazon Smile. When you are asked to select a charitable organization, search for “Longboat Island Chapel”. Select the Chapel from the list and you are finished. Then, each time you shop on Amazon, always begin by searching for “Amazon Smile” in the search bar. When you do this, it automatically triggers your donation to the Chapel. Then, shop as normal! Please help the Chapel by registering for Amazon Smile!