God's Acre MCC ~ Weekly Newsletter |
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Good morning,
Yesterday I was preaching about how Jesus cleared out the temple, how he wanted to restore God’s house to a Holy place again.
The people had lost their way, and have not respected God’s holy place. Jesus had to remind them and explain to them that the temple would be torn down and restored in three days.
We need to really look at ourselves as Holy places, because if we have been saved then we are a Holy place. There are many ways to describe God living in us, we may call it Spirit of Christ living inside, us or the indwelling of God within us, or the Holy Spirit lives within us.
All of those phrases mean more or less the same thing; God establishes a relationship with us that’s so close that we become one and God is in us and we are in God.
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We sometimes have to remind ourselves of this, also to remind ourselves that wherever we are becomes a Holy place.
We all love to go to church because we meet together to have corporate worship.
I too, have missed this also, but we really need to understand that wherever we worship our God, the place becomes our Holy place.
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As we go about our busy lives over the next week, let’s try to have some quiet time, as Jesus asked us to come with me by yourself to a quiet place as we read in Mark 6:31.
I hope you have a blessed week, this week, and find some time to share your thoughts with Jesus.
In Christ
Rev. Janice
Rev. Janice Bowker
Senior Pastor | God's Acre MCC
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This Week's Sunday Service
7th 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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No Longer Slaves
Zach Williams
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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
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
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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
*Continued prayers of healing & pain relief for Marina after surgery
*Continued prayers of healing for Gwen PR in the UK
*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
*Prayers for Bebe, Murphy, Charlotte, Lucinda, Frank, Ruthie, Claire, Nick, Joe, Wayne, Barbara, The Stafford Family, Lou, Jon, John, the David's, Tom, Donald, Dennis, Keith, MaryAnn & Gwen, Camille & Elaine, Margie & Monica, Jane & Jeanne, Sandy, Letty, Ann-Marie, Michael, Rebecca, Maureen, Fran, Grace & Janice, Susan, Carole, Karen, Alan, Herb, Andrew, May, Claire
*Thanks for ALL essential workers, doctors, nurses, first responders, grocery store workers, utility workers
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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 1,940,897 - that's a very steep rise in cases by of 37,215.
In Marion County, cases rise to 27,900 that's another big increase in a week.
News on the vaccinations is improving; more of our regular members/attendees are reporting having received their 1st (and some their 2nd) vaccine. Some are scheduled for this coming week & many are still on the waiting list.
Listening to the science, and Dr. Fauci, we still have a ways to go; we must remain vigilant & do our bit to help Stop The Spread. Keep listening to the science - this isn't over yet & until more people have received both doses, we must follow all precautions.
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 a few more months) before it will be safe enough to return to church, even with social distancing & wearing masks. We will 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.
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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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