Friday, November 26th of 2021 |
Dear Friends,
Welcome to FCC Weekly News,
your electronic source for what is happening
at God's church each & every week.
2320 Country Club Road
Winston Salem, NC 27104
Website: disicplesofchrist.com
Office: (336) 722-2714
Email: admin@disciplesofchrist.com
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Opportunities for Fellowship & Service |
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~11am Sunday Service~
Sermon Text: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13
Sermon Title: "The Right Type"
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9 How can we thank God enough for you in return for all the joy that we feel before our God because of you? 10 Night and day we pray most earnestly that we may see you face to face and restore whatever is lacking in your faith.
11 Now may our God and Father himself and our Lord Jesus direct our way to you. 12 And may the Lord make you increase and abound in love for one another and for all, just as we abound in love for you. 13 And may he so strengthen your hearts in holiness that you may be blameless before our God and Father at the coming of our Lord Jesus with all his saints.
Scripture Reader: Alyssa Ackerly
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Praise & Worship
Prelude: "Worship Melody"
Opening Hymn: “Emmanuel ,Emmanuel"#134
Emmanuel, Emmanuel,
His name is called Emmanuel.
God with us, revealed in us,
His name is called Emmanuel.
Special Music: "More Than Anything"
Closing Hymn: “O, Come, O, Come Emmanuel"#119 (v1,3)
1 O come, O come Emmanuel,
and ransom captive Israel,
that mourns in lonely exile here,
until the Son of God appear. (Refrain)
Refrain:
Rejoice, rejoice! Emmanuel
shall come to thee, O Israel.
3 O come, thou Wisdom from on high,
and order all things, far and nigh;
to us the path of knowledge of show,
and cause us in her ways to go. (Refrain)
Postlude: "Worship Melody"
Worship Leaders: David Alford, Deedee Burnett
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- Join Us For Noonday Prayer on Wednesday -
12-12:30!
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View our Pastor's Wednesday Midweek Reflection
on First Christian Winston Salem YouTube channel
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The shelter has a year-round
list of needs that are always appreciated!
They're especially short on men's deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste, razors & socks. Food items: canned meats, #10-size canned fruits/vegetables & applesauce.
Please sit your donations under the shelter, next to FCC's parking lot,
at the set of double doors with a mailbox.
Proverbs 31:8-9
Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves,
for the rights of all who are destitute.
Speak up and judge fairly;
defend the rights of the poor and needy.
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First Christian Family,
With thankful hearts, we welcome November!
We have a couple of tremendous opportunities to continue to support our neighbors via our holiday meal distributions and Christmas event!
Mark your calendars for November 20th and December 18th. These will be community events where we distribute holiday meals. If you would like to volunteer, please contact Pastor David or Paul! If you would like to give donations towards the feast meal, look for our donation envelopes on the welcome table in the lobby or visit our website and click the donate tab!
Also, be on the lookout in December for our Angel tree, as we hope to fulfill the Christmas lists of 25 children!!
We continue to be grateful for all of your support and prayers! Please continue to bring your peanut butter and jelly. Share this good news of the gospel with your friends and coworkers. As we continue to put faith in action, through the practice of shared abundance, with our neighbors in Winston Salem!
Peace and continued shared abundance,
Rev. David Harrison Jr. and Paul Gillespie #sharedabundance
A special word of thanks to all of our volunteers!
New Communion: David Harrison - info@newcommunion.org
Backpack program: Paul Gillespie - pgillespie@triad.rr.com
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Christian Action Ministry
My Friends! For several years now, I have been searching each month for a different way to emphasize there are people in Winston-Salem and all of Forsyth County who do not have enough food on their tables for themselves or their families to eat. No matter what I have said or how I’ve said it, you have responded overwhelmingly and I thank you sincerely.
Crisis Control Ministry knew this fact way back in 1974. They contacted churches, ministers and congregations and told them their help was needed. First Christian Church, 2320 Country Club Road, was one of the early responders and has continued to be a strong supporter both financially and by food gifts since that time.
Crisis Control Ministry has selected flour, sugar and other baking supplies for the month of November. The upcoming holidays increase the need. These items can bring joy to a household by having the smell of cookies baking in the oven all through the house. What about a favorite pound cake for dessert and to share with a neighbor. No, I don’t have to tell you the need remains because you have been knowing it a very long time and responding to it.
In November we celebrate Thanksgiving.
I thank you for being the type of congregation who is willing to share what you have with so many others. I ask God’s blessings on all of you this Thanksgiving season!
Becky Minnix
Christian Action-Community Ministry
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November Birthdays
2- Andy Askew
16- Mary Booe
26- Amanda Askew
28- Shellie Veschio
29- Barbara Fox
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Please consider coming out and helping decorate our beautiful sanctuary for this upcoming Christmas season! We will meet this Saturday at 10am! All are welcome!
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We have a wonderful opportunity to continue “Putting Faith Into Action,” by supporting our homeless community in downtown Winston Salem on December 5th immediately after our Sunday service. We will provide non-perishable food items at The Dwelling Church which is located at 520 N.Spring St. 27101. Please wear your FCC Shirts!
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Rev. James Cobb, who served our congregation in the early 2000’s, has a book of 99 sermons, which include sermons preached here at FCC. If anyone is interested in purchasing this volume, it is available on Amazon or through email from Jeanne, the widow of Rev. Cobb, at jbcobb.jc@gmail.com. The cost on Amazon is $29.99. If purchased directly from Jeanne, the cost is $25.00 which includes shipping and handling. |
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With the coming of Advent and Christmas, we begin to think of Poinsettias. The Worship Ministry would like to decorate our sanctuary with these beautiful plants for this special time of year.We are giving you the opportunity to purchase these flowers in memory of a loved one or in honor of a friend or relative. The cost of each Poinsettia is $14.00. Please make checks payable to First Christian Church. Indicate on the check that the purpose is to purchase Poinsettia(s). They will be red Poinsettias and displayed in the Sanctuary Dec. 12th. Forms can be picked up from the welcome table in the lobby or by visiting our website www.disciplesofchrist.com. Once completed, please return the check and form to the church office or place it in the offering plate. Please turn in your order by deadline date December 6th.
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Please find the prayer list below,
and remember to keep our church family in your prayers.
Philippians 4:6-7 “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
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Prayer List
Church Members
Atkinson, Doug
Bierie, Patty
Butler, Dale & Jackie
Calder Carmichael, Faye
Hill, Candy
Seller, Sandra
Stephen, Walker
Home-bound Members
Fox, Bob & Barbara
Gillespie, Joan
Morris, Lou
Taylor, Frances
Tesh, Peggy
Ward, Lois
Friends & Family of Members
Chrysson, Jeff - friend of The Munnell Family
Hudspeth, Judi - friend of FCC
Madison, Diane - prayer for friend
Mandy,- niece of The Bowen Family
Patrum, Penny - friend of Kathy Sink
Rude, Adam- nephew of Patty Bierie
Sawrey, Bob & Laverne- Mother & Father-in-law of Megan Sawrey
Woosley, Patty- Pam Bowen's Mom
Military Service
Byerly, Jacob & all military-nephew of Patty Bierie
Hance, Drew-nephew of Charlie & Connie Hance
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