THE VISITOR
e d m o n d c h u rc h o f C h r i s t (405) 341-3353
Volume 56 No. 31
August 13, 2017
www.edmondchurchofchrist.com
SUNDAY MORNING SERMON SERIES
FIRE & FAITH
Standing for God when the world seems to be falling apart Sermon series on Elijah Sermon Elijah August 13:series Blaze on of Glory
we are glad you're here!
SUNDAY EVENING SERMON SERIES
Songs
of the church
JESUS LOVES ME SUNDAY NIGHT, AUG. 13
converge Where Faith & Life Intersect Wednesdays 7 pm in the Chapel Beginning Sept. 6 Anyone and everyone, especially those looking for a place to connect on Wednesday evenings, is invited to this class in the chapel. There will be great singing during a time of praise and worship followed by interactive discussion based on the previous Sunday’s sermon.
NEWS & GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS SHEPHERDS PRAYER TIME on Wednesday night at 8:15 in the parlor. Everyone is welcome. MONDAY FOR THE MASTER will resume on Sept. 11. FOOD PANTRY ITEMS: complete meals, oatmeal packets, peanut butter & jelly. A complete list is available in the foyer. NURSERY WORKERS: Pathfinders class WEDNESDAY NIGHT FALL SPEAKER SERIES: Adult classes will mix to attend one of four special classes this October. MEN'S CHORUS will meet at 3:30 in the auditorium on Sunday afternoons. SEARCH needs volunteers Aug. 14 at 9 am.
BAPTIZED
THOSE IN THE MILITARY: Chris Gehri, Bradley Martin, Alex Young, Atticus Young, Miller Burkson, Clayton Williams, Cody Phillips, Alison Young, Cassie Essary, Janna Czernecki, Adrian Medina
SYMPATHY IS EXTENDED TO EMILY HORTON
REHAB:
EPWORTH VILLA: Ruth Smith MERCY: Mary Ann Sipes
CONTINUED PRAYERS
Priscilla Alley, Glendell Norman, Rosa Manhalter, Betty Wright, Paul & Rozilla Harland, Rodney Chambers, Tonia Lillard, Mary Carney, Allen Roseberry’s sister, Ellen Chambers, Jerry Scott, Kaye Boyce, Bea Bowles, Lou Spencer, Betty Maston, Betty Rhoades’ brother, Sharon Vaulner, Stephanie Howell, Kim Waggoner’s father, Richard & Robbie Jones, Mitch & Kevin Tyler’s father, Karen Babcock, Mike Britt’s mother, Joy Mansfield’s daughter, Linda Walts, Buck Buchanan’s grandson, Hollingsworth’s daughter-in-law, Paul Eubanks, Carol Kelsey & Rosa Manhalter’s brother, Michael Alridge, Lenora Pollard’s granddaughter, Pat Smalling’s grandson, Clay Jones, Richard Albright, Gene Bray, Reuben Kapaale, Beverly Woodard, Jernigan’s great-granddaughter, Glenda Smith
RONDA DAVIS in the death of her sister-inlaw. DIANA GRANDE in the death of her father. RICK OWENS in the death of his grandmother. ELIZABETH BAIRD in the death of her grandmother, Avanelle Baird.
SHOWERS
BRIDAL SHOWER FOR LAUREN HAMMONDS on Aug. 13 at 2 pm in the parlor. She is registered at Amazon and Bed, Bath and Beyond. BABY BOY SHOWER FOR LESLIE VANDERPOOL on Aug. 13 at 3:30 in room 202. BRIDAL SHOWER FOR YESENIA VILLAMAN on Saturday, Aug. 26 at 10 am in the parlor. She is registered at Amazon, Target, Bed, Bath & Beyond. BRIDAL SHOWER FOR BRENNA BUXTON on Aug. 27 at 2 pm in the parlor. BRIDAL SHOWER FOR HAYLEY WALDO, bride elect of Tanner Bentley, on Sept. 9 at 10 am in the home of Rachel Burkett. She is registered at William Sonoma, Target, Crate & Barrell and Amazon.
La Sierra Bible Camp Update The congregation in Aquiles helped to prepare the campground and made food for this year’s La Sierra Camp. The 87 campers who came during the two weeks of camp enjoyed Bible lessons, singing, crafts and sports.
UPCOMING EVENTS Save the Date Oct. 19-21
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August 27, 5 pm
Special prayer for students of all ages, teachers and the new school term. Please plan to be here with your children.
fellowship
Lift
Sept. 10
after Evening services in the circle drive Sign up in Bible class to bring ice cream.
HEADLINE NEWS FINAL LIFT: August 16
Please remember to pray for those who are shut-in, suffering from a long term illness or in nursing homes. Encourage someone with a phone call or visit. SHUT-IN, LONG TERM ILLNESS Martin & Ella Abela Estalita Ashby Theresa Bates Gloria Bostic Bea Bowles Louise Dennis Gary & Vickie Garrett Sue Grimes Jane Johnson Jeff & Andrea Johnson
Richard Jones Marie Kee Alice McIntire Glendell Norman Lenora Pollard Barbara Risley Mary Ann Sipes Persia Thrash Dean & Linda Ware Ray & Lee Young
Please call the church office with any updates.
Notes
REFLECTIONS… JOHN FRIAS Last week we wrapped up summer activities for the youth group, and what a great summer it was! We have deepened existing relationships in our group, served the Oklahoma City area, and have traveled to spread the Gospel and serve in Christ’s name. Looking back on these activities, I am proud of our teens. They have been a lampstand for God and foundational in spreading the Word of God. None of this would be possible without the love and support of this congregation, and the work of our awesome interns. We appreciate Kayla and Colten and the dedication they have had to our students. Our youth are beyond blessed to be supported by a congregation of differing ages and backgrounds. Now we are focusing our intentions and prayers on the school year. With Bible studies like OneWay, for middle school, and Elevate, for high school, we continue to dedicate time and devotion to God. Our students—and their faith—are great results of the families and the surrounding community of believers we have here at the Edmond church. Jeremy and I are grateful for the opportunity to be involved in this ministry and the lives of these students. ATTENDANCE REPORT: August 6, 2017 AM Worship (total) 1058 PM Worship 445 Bible Class 862 Preschool 65 Grades K-6 136 Grades 7-12 84 College Seekers 33 Pathfinders 45 YMCA 65 Sojourners 37 Young Families 52 Transformers 59 Sowers 72 VIP 42
Upwards 46 Primetime 71 Auditorium 33 In Depth Bible Study 10 Hispanic 9/17 MINISTRY PLAN REPORT Weekly Plan $41,008.00 Offering $40,830.07 COMMISSION SUNDAY Annual Plan $382,288.00 Given to Date $256,400.00 Next Commission Sunday November 12
edmondchurchofChrist 801 South Bryant Edmond, OK 73034
YOUTH MINISTRY
FOREIGN MISSIONARIES
Josué David Alcerro Julio Alberto Alcerro Harold & Arelly Ampié Ubaldo & Marisol Camacho Eduardo Cisnero Kye Courtright Reuben & Maureen Kapaale Jana Miller Gerardo & Yesenia Rayo Roger & Diane Saumur
DOMESTIC MISSIONARIES
Humberto & Irene Hernandez McAllen, TX John & Jill Schadegg Logan, UT Phil Sanders Search
MINISTRY STAFF
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES SUNDAY BIBLE CLASS 9:30 am WORSHIP 8:15 am & 10:40 am, 5 pm TUESDAY LADIES CLASS (Sept.-May) 9:30 am WEDNESDAY MID-WEEK CLASSES 5 & 7 pm
Nicaragua Nicaragua Nicaragua Mexico Nicaragua Germany Zambia Zambia Nicaragua Montreal
Evan Burkett Brenda Gordon Shawn McElroy Kevin Rayner
ELDERS
Blaine Allenbach Richard Blankenship Mike Cain Mark Coleman Andy Dean Sylvan Gordon Brent Keck Lyle Kelsey
Kent Risley Jeremy Robertson Randy Roper Tony Sepulveda
Dale Lollar Jack Lowry Dave Miller Larry Miller Dean Niles Lendon Shotts John Trotter Jeff Whitehead
WORSHIP PROGRAM SUNDAY MORNING: August 13, 2017
SERMON “BLAZE OF GLORY" 2 Kings 2:8-14
FIRST SERVICE
Welcome .........................................................Kent Risley Song Leader ....................................................... Trey Cail Songs ...... There's a Royal Banner; How Great Thou Art; There is a Habitation; Sun of My Soul Prayer................................................................Mike Cain Song ................................................To God Be the Glory; Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus; The Old Rugged Cross Communion ............................................. Ryan Burcham Song ............................................Oft We Come Together Offering Song .......................................................... Abide with Me Scripture .......................................................... Tyler Billen Song ............................................... The Great Redeemer Sermon ............................................................Kent Risley Invitation Song ............................... All Things are Ready Prayer............................................................ David Beam Announcements ..........................................Evan Burkett
SECOND SERVICE
Children's Story Time ......................................Kent Risley Welcome ..................................................... Randy Roper Song Leader ................................................. David Burch Songs .............. Praise Him! Praise Him!; Praise the Lord; My Hope is Built on Nothing Less Prayer Songs .........Hosanna, You're My King; He Leadeth Me; We will Glorify; Faithful Love Communion .................................................. Jim Goodin Song ...................................................... Awesome Power Offering Song .............................................In Moments Like These Scripture .....................................................Dustin Rayner Children's Bible Hour Song ............................................................ Days of Elijah Sermon ............................................................Kent Risley Invitation Song ................................... Lord, Take Control Prayer...................................................... Regan Marshall Announcements .......................................... Evan Burkett
WELCOME BOOK: Please ta e a minute to fill out the welcome book; white section for members and green section for guests. A QUIET PLACE is available in the chapel during the second morning and evening services for anyone who needs a quiet place to worship.
WORSHIP PROGRAM SUNDAY EVENING: August13, 2017
SERMON "SONGS OF THE CHURCH: "JESUS LOVES ME" John 3:16 Welcome ...............................................John Frias Song Leader ................................... Caleb Elmore Songs Firm Foundation; I will Call Upon the Lord Scripture ...........................................Hunter Zajac Prayer................................................ Noah Bosley Songs ...........Faithful Love; Here I am to Worship Poncha Report ..................... Cameron Jernigan, Jacob Elmore Song Leader ....................................... Riley Roper Songs ................ Mighty to Save; In Christ Alone; Jesus Loves Me Sermon ....................................Jeremy Robertson Invitation Song ............................ Jesus Loves Me Lord’s Supper in the Chapel .............Jim Goodin Song ...................Jesus, Name Above All Names Prayer............................................... Jack Goodin Announcements ...............................Evan Burkett
August 13 1 Peter:3-12 Our Wonderful Salvation
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