God's Acre MCC ~ Weekly Newsletter |
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Yesterday I was preaching about how much Jesus loves us and how much we should rely upon God Jesus and the Holy Spirit.
The song after my sermon says it all:
I believe in Jesus,
I believe He is the Son of God,
I believe He died and rose again,
I believe He paid for us all,
I believe He's here now,
Standing in our midst,
Here with the power to heal now,
And the grace to forgive
If you’re in any doubt whatsoever, about the love of God Jesus and the Holy Spirit surrounding you, please call me.
I know it’s hard not being together, it’s the hardest thing I’ll ever do not being in front of my flock, my congregation of Jesus followers.
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It’s incredibly important to stay connected to Jesus; if you have a wobble in the middle of the week please watch this sermon again.
As I said, it was an anointed sermon, anointed by God and I know when that’s happening; I know that the words that came out of my mouth were directly from God - I really want you to understand that.
God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit want us to have the best life we can possibly have. If we’re worrying, we’re not praying; if we’re praying, we’re not worrying; it’s a simple equation.
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There are many people who need prayer this week. I’m asking, and urging, you to read the newsletter very carefully; look at the list of people who need prayer.
Please take some time out this week and pray for every single one of these people, every single day.
May you have a blessed and prayer filled week, Amen.
In Christ
Rev. Janice
Rev. Janice Bowker
Senior Pastor | God's Acre MCC
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This Week's Service
25th April 2021
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*Continued prayers for Rev. Janice, as she continues to guide & shepherd; we thank you for her hard work & grace these past months
*Special prayers for baby Tate Mitchell, who was born 9 weeks early; he will be in NICU for at least 6 weeks; please hold him in your prayers, as he grows in strength each day; also for his mum & dad & family members. He is a precious child.
*Continued prayers of healing for Hettie, Gwen P, Delores in PA; Brandon, as he deals with the loss of his parents.
*Healing prayers for Fred & Shirley, who both have COVID-19
*Continued prayers for all of our members and online viewers; may everyone feel the touch of God daily, in their lives
*Prayers for Rebecca, who is having knee surgery on Monday
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*Prayers of thanks for a successful procedure, and continued healing, for Camille
*Prayers for MaryJane & Pat; you know their needs God
*Continued prayers for Liz & her family
*Prayers for all of our church members & their families, wherever they may be in the world
*Prayers of thanks for random acts of kindness & blessings
*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 & last responders, grocery store workers, utility workers
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Every year, our board set a budget, to help plan for the running of the church. Currently, we are not meeting our weekly budget and we need your help.
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. |
May 2021
2nd - Online Virtual Worship
5th - Online Bible Study
5:30pm on Zoom - NEW TIME
9th - Online Virtual Worship
16th - Online Virtual Worship
22nd - Online Virtual Worship
30th - Online Virtual Worship
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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
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May
12th - Elaine B
20th - John B
29th - Herb W
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, it's nice to have a chat, especially if you haven't spoken to someone in a while.
If you have a prayer request, a concern, maybe to pass on some good news, or just need to chat, remember that Rev. Janice is available.
Don't forget also to check in via our Check-In Tuesday on our Facebook page. Rev. Janice loves hearing from you all.
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Ongoing Racewash Fundraiser
Just enter 7070
when you select your preferred wash & God's Acre will receive 10% donation
FOUR GREAT LOCATIONS
Fore Ranch
On Top of the World
College Road
Maricamp Publix
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Online Bible Study
~ NEW TIME ~
Wednesdays at 5:30pm
on Zoom
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If you use Amazon, how about trying AmazonSmile?
Every time you shop online, using AmazonSmile, you can help God's Acre raise more money.
How to turn on AmazonSmile
in the mobile app
Get the App
Download (or update) to the latest version of the Amazon Shopping app on your phone.
Join AmazonSmile
Simply sign up by selecting your favorite charity: God's Acre MCC, Inc
Turn on AmazonSmile
Open the app and find ’Settings’ in the main menu (☰). Tap on ‘AmazonSmile’ and follow the
on-screen instructions to turn on AmazonSmile on your phone.
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Week on week, we are still seeing steep rises in cases of COVID-19, in Florida.
Every day, over 5,000 new residents are coming to Florida from other states, such as California, Texas and New York. That's over 35,000 new residents every week!
Florida COVID-19 cases currently stand at: 2,203,913 - that's another steep rise of 41,846 new cases this week alone. Since 21st December 2020, cases have risen by 915,407,
In Marion County, cases rise to 30,239 that's another increase of 436 new cases this week. Since 1st April 2021, we have seen an increase of 5,971 new cases, in Marion County alone. These are frightening numbers
We MUST NOT BECOME COMPLACENT; we MUST continue to follow safety guidelines - Keep Our Distance - Wear A Mask - Wash our Hands - Stay Home - Stop the Spread.
Yes, Rev. Janice and the Board are working on a protocol, to ready the church for returning to in-person worship; however, it still is not safe yet; there are new variants being identified every day, that are more contagious and more virulent.
We will continue offering the online pre-recorded services every week and we ask you to PLEASE keep supporting your church, as much as you are able - it is greatly appreciated. We still have a way to go & we will only reopen WHEN IT IS SAFE to do so.
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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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