God's Acre MCC ~ Weekly Newsletter
1st March 2021
Greetings!
Good morning,

Yesterday I was preaching that God is in charge of our life and that we should ‘let go and let God’.

Psalm 57:2 says, “I cry out to God Most High, to God who fulfills his purpose for me.”

This is key in understanding God’s purpose for our life. God has numbered your days and will fulfill every purpose God has for us. However, our choices and actions also really matter.

In some ways, this is a mystery we can’t fully understand, but that doesn’t mean it’s not true. 
We can choose to do things that will bring us more joy, and give us more of a sense of purpose.

A life without purpose can be difficult; if we have a goal to work to, we will find life more interesting. 

We are created uniquely by God, and we are special and individual. And because of our individuality we will look at life differently. 
However, if we’re finding life difficult, as I have said before, we need to LEAN into God for answers. 

God will always give us an answer and help us with our direction; if we are guided by God, I am sure it’s the best road we could possibly take.

In Christ

Rev. Janice

Rev. Janice Bowker
Senior Pastor | God's Acre MCC
This Week's Sunday Service
28th February 2021
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:
Song After Sermon
Purify My Heart (Refiner's Fire)
Online Guided Meditation

18th March 2021
2pm

Please register, by 16th March, if you would like to take part.

Email: GodsAcreMCC@aol.com to register
Online Bible Study
Wednesday's at 7pm
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 quickly and easily donate online, by clicking on the button below; online donations are quick, easy & save time. 

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.
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
3rd - Online Bible Study
7pm on Zoom
7th - In person Service Cancelled
Recording will be made available

10th - Online Bible Study
7pm on Zoom

14th - In person Service Cancelled
Recording will be made available

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 - In person Service Cancelled
Recording will be made available

30th - Online Bible Study
7pm on Zoom
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
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
*Continued prayers of healing for Marina after surgery
*Prayers of healing for Gwen PR in the UK
*Continued prayers for all of our members and online viewers; may everyone feel the touch of God daily, in their lives
*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
Online BINGO

Coming Very Soon
Watch This Space
March
No March Birthdays Known

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
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.
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
Cases of COVID-19, in Florida are currently 1,903,682 - that's a very steep rise in cases by of 39,9755.

In Marion County, cases that's another bigger increase of 630 new cases in a week.

Whilst some of our members have received their first (and some their second) does of the vaccine, we still have a large hill to climb; we must remain vigilant & do our bit to help Stop The Spread. Listen to the science - this isn't over yet & until more people have received both doses, we must follow all precautions.

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.
Worship Address: Online Worship Only During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Mailing Address: PO Box 770240, Ocala, FL 34477-0240