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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. 47
December 17, 2017
www.edmondchurchofchrist.com
SUNDAY MORNING SERMON SERIES
THE GOSPEL Story Rediscovering the that Sanctifie s & Sa
ves Us
Holiday Schedule WEDNESDAY, DEC. 20 Classes meet as usual SUNDAY, DEC. 24 - CHRISTMAS EVE 3:00 pm Worship only (No CBH or classes) WEDNESDAY, DEC. 27 7:00 pm Area-Wide Service at Edmond Church of Christ SUNDAY, DEC. 31 - NEW YEAR’S EVE 10:40 am Worship (No Early Service or Bible Classes) 5:00 pm Worship in the Auditorium
Marriage Encounter WEEKEND
February 9-10 EDMOND CHURCH OF CHRIST
Partner
Buildind a marriage that's about more than you. Special Presenters: Justin & Jennifer Gerhardt, Round Rock, TX
Registration required. $50 per couple.
Community Incarnation Cross Resurrection Faith Transformation Culmination
NEWS & GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS SHEPHERDS PRAYER TIME will resume in January on Wednesday nights after class. FOOD PANTRY ITEMS: Holiday items: cake mix, frosting, canned sweet potato, canned pie filling, boxed pie crust, boxed potatoes, gravy (jar or envelope), biscuit mix NURSERY WORKERS: Transformers Class JANUARY: VIP class RECEPTION FOR JANA MILLER on Wednesday, Dec. 20 in room 204 after Bible class at 8 pm. Stop by to hear about her work and visit with Jana. CHURCH OFFICE will be closed on Dec. 22, 25, 29 and Jan. 1. NO CHURCH BULLETIN on Dec. 24 & 31. A hand-out will be available at worship service. NEWEST CHURCH DIRECTORY (Nov. 2017) is available. Please stop by the office to pick one up.
PLACING MEMBERSHIP
CHARLES & MEAGHAN BROWN (BRENT & BRAYLEN) 1408 S. Gemini Rd, 73003
DIRECTORY UPDATE
PHIL BRYAN JR. 621 NW 116th Terr. OKC 73114
REHAB
TUSCANY: Joanne Wilson BELLEVUE: Virgil Bond, Bob Stohldrier, Paul Eubanks, Priscilla Alley BRADFORD: Melvin Gleason, Casey Carlton
CONTINUED PRAYERS
Glendell Norman, Rosa Manhalter, Betty
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
DEC. 24 & 31: No Bible Hour
Wright, Paul & Rozilla Harland, Rodney Chambers, Ellen Chambers, Tonia Lillard, Mary Carney, Jerry Scott, Lou Spencer, Betty Maston, Betty Rhoades’ brother, Sharon Vaulner, Stephanie Howell, Kim Waggoner’s father, Richard & Robbie Jones, Mitch Tyler’s father, Karen Babcock, Mike Britt’s mother, Joy Mansfield’s daughter, Linda Walts, Buck Buchanan’s grandson, Michael Alridge, Richard Albright, Bea Bowles, Shirley and Kaye Boyce, Anne Lynne Young, Jase Bollenbach, Nancy Dew, Tia White, Angelica Lopez, Betty Kramzar, Daughter of Karl & Beverly White, Louise Dennis, Don Rayner, Casey Carlton, Pat Shurley, Joe & Joy Plumlee, Cindy Dennis, David Van Nostrand, Stephen Kumor, Marty Miller, Caren Bush, Michelle Sheldon’s mother, Wayne Thomas, Jim Robinson's father THOSE IN THE MILITARY: Chris Gehri, Bradley Martin, Alex Young, Atticus Young, Miller Burkson, Clayton Williams, Cody Phillips, Alison Young, Cassie Essary, Abe Spillman
YOUTH MINISTRY
DEC. 20: Winterfest forms due
THANK YOU FOR HELPING EDMOND’S FAMILIES THIS CHRISTMAS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Starts Monday, January 8! Start winning 9 week financial course WITH $95 per couple or MONEY individual Learn the step-by-step Signtoup plan takeonline! control of your money and your future. Sign up today!
DAILY BIBLE READING PLAN 2018
MARCH 30-31 • ROGERS, AR 1 SAMUEL
DATES & IMPORTANT INFORMATION more info
Enter your class date/time/location and contact information here.
To aid in your daily Bible reading in 2018, choose one of the three plans from daveramsey.com/findaclass OWNIT365. Each plan offers a unique approach to reading the Bible, so choose the plan that best fits you. You can access these plans from your YouVersion Bible app (search in YouVersion for OwnIt365) on your phone or other devices, or you can pick up a printed version in the church lobby.
S
TEP S T X E N
RE & R CA N E T S O FO DOPTI A ORT SUPP
Support & Strategies for parents of adopted and foster kids.
JANUARY 1: Online registration closes 7: LTC practice begins
FEBRUARY 18: Pre-Con 2 events due CM Puppets & Drama begin
FOR A FULL SCHEDULE, SEE BRENDA OR JEREMY
MISSED CONTRIBUTIONS? This time of year we might find ourselves confused trying to remember if we made up our contribution the Sundays we were out of town. How do we know without going through our checkbook register? You can review a list of your checks contributed for the year using our secure member-only website. By logging on, you can access this information under your personal financial tab. Please contact the office if you need a member log-in or need help. ([email protected] or 341-3353)
YMCA class assembled 100 “Bath Boxes” this Christmas for our pantry.
BEGINS MONDAY, JAN. 22 9 WEEK COURSE FOR PARENTS LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE CONTACT SHAWN TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT FACILITATOR: CARRIE CUTSHALL
Notes
REFLECTIONS… Randy Roper God continues to do great things among us. As we quickly approach the end of 2017, we reflect on the many ways God has worked in and through us. We refocused our efforts this year on “Making Disciples,” and God is opening doors of opportunity here and abroad for us to share the gospel. We are happy to welcome several new people who have come our way, and we look forward to continued growth. We also pause to remember the loved ones we lost this year. Life will never be the same without them, but their passing makes heaven even more real in our hearts as we look forward to being reunited with them for eternity. As we gear up for a new year, let’s all commit to being and making disciples of Christ. Will you join me in being more intentional about sharing your faith? Consider using our special bookmarks and Discovery Bible studies to open God’s word with others. Invite others to church. Ask and listen to others talk about life and faith. May our lives echo the words of Romans 1:16, “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes…” ATTENDANCE REPORT: December 10, 2017 AM Worship (total) 1204 PM Worship 658 Bible Class 995 Preschool 94 Grades K-6 142 Grades 7-12 75 College 121 Seekers 43 Pathfinders 45 YMCA 72 Sojourners 35 Young Families 66 Transformers 48 Sowers 72 VIP 54
edmondchurchofChrist 801 South Bryant Edmond, OK 73034
Minister
FOREIGN MISSIONARIES
Josué David Alcerro Nicaragua Julio Alberto Alcerro Nicaragua Harold & Arelly Ampié Nicaragua Ubaldo & Marisol Camacho Mexico Eduardo Cisnero Nicaragua Kye Courtright Germany Reuben & Maureen Kapaale Zambia MINISTRY PLAN REPORT Jana Miller Zambia Weekly Plan $ 41,008.00 Gerardo & Yesenia Rayo Nicaragua Offering $38,913.63 Roger & Diane Saumur Montreal COMMISSION SUNDAY Annual Plan $382,288.00 DOMESTIC MISSIONARIES Given to Date $388,000.00 Humberto & Irene Hernandez McAllen, TX John & Jill Schadegg Logan, UT Phil Sanders Search Upwards 45 Primetime 53 Auditorium 35 In Depth Bible Study 11 Hispanic 19/41
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
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: December 17, 2017
SERMON “THE GOSPEL: COMMUNITY" 1 Peter 2:4-10
FIRST SERVICE
Welcome..........................................................Kent Risley Song Leader........................................................ Trey Cail Songs...................When All of God's Singers Get Home; Here We Are but Straying Pilgrims; Greatest Commands Prayer....................................................... Steve Replogle Songs................................................No Tears in Heaven; I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say; Ten Thousand Angels Communion................................................. Chuck White Song............................................................... Jesus is Lord Offering Song.............................................................. God's Family Scripture................................................... Floyd Shockley Song................................ I Have Found a Friend in Jesus Sermon...........................................................Phil Sanders Invitation Song............................ There's a Fountain Free Elder Comment & Prayer.............................. John Trotter Announcements................................. Jeremy Robertson
SECOND SERVICE
Children's Story Time.......................................Kent Risley Elder Comment & Prayer.............................. John Trotter Welcome...................................................... Randy Roper Song Leader...................................................Jason Dean Songs... Hark the Herald Angels Sing; Joy to the World; We Shall Assemble Prayer............................................................... Tobin Paris Songs..................................... Every Time I Kneel to Pray; Come Share the Lord Communion............................................. Allen G. Arnold Song............................................ I Need Thee Every Hour Offering Song.............................................................. God's Family Scripture............................................Christian Kincheloe Children's Bible Hour Song................................................ Greatest Commands Sermon...........................................................Phil Sanders Invitation Song...................................... A Common Love Prayer............................................................. David Keck Announcements................................. Jeremy Robertson
WELCOME BOOK: Please take 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: December 17, 2017
SERMON “A TRAGIC FALL" 1 John 2:15-17 Welcome.......................................... Kevin Rayner Song Leader.......................................David Burch Songs................................... To God Be the Glory; God is the Fountain Whence Prayer......................................James Lauderdale Scripture Songs................................. Purer in Heart, O God; Yield Not to Temptation; O, Master Let Me Walk with Thee; Faithful Love; On Bended Knee; Gentle Shepherd; Come We that Love the Lord Sermon..............................................Randy Roper Invitation.........Thank You, Lord; Joy to the World Lord’s Supper in the Chapel........Allen G. Arnold Prayer.............................................Tracy Marshall Announcements......................Jeremy Robertson
December 17 1 Corinthians 5:1-13 Sexual Immorality Invades the Church
Watch SEARCH each Sunday on:
KOCB-TV Channel 34 Oklahoma City 7:30 am
Also available at Searchtv.org
December 17 "The Truth"
December 24
"Why Was Jesus Born?"
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. 47
December 17, 2017
www.edmondchurchofchrist.com
SUNDAY MORNING SERMON SERIES
THE GOSPEL Story Rediscovering the that Sanctifie s & Sa
ves Us
Holiday Schedule WEDNESDAY, DEC. 20 Classes meet as usual SUNDAY, DEC. 24 - CHRISTMAS EVE 3:00 pm Worship only (No CBH or classes) WEDNESDAY, DEC. 27 7:00 pm Area-Wide Service at Edmond Church of Christ SUNDAY, DEC. 31 - NEW YEAR’S EVE 10:40 am Worship (No Early Service or Bible Classes) 5:00 pm Worship in the Auditorium
Marriage Encounter WEEKEND
February 9-10 EDMOND CHURCH OF CHRIST
Partner
Buildind a marriage that's about more than you. Special Presenters: Justin & Jennifer Gerhardt, Round Rock, TX
Registration required. $50 per couple.
Community Incarnation Cross Resurrection Faith Transformation Culmination
NEWS & GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS SHEPHERDS PRAYER TIME will resume in January on Wednesday nights after class. FOOD PANTRY ITEMS: Holiday items: cake mix, frosting, canned sweet potato, canned pie filling, boxed pie crust, boxed potatoes, gravy (jar or envelope), biscuit mix NURSERY WORKERS: Transformers Class JANUARY: VIP class RECEPTION FOR JANA MILLER on Wednesday, Dec. 20 in room 204 after Bible class at 8 pm. Stop by to hear about her work and visit with Jana. CHURCH OFFICE will be closed on Dec. 22, 25, 29 and Jan. 1. NO CHURCH BULLETIN on Dec. 24 & 31. A hand-out will be available at worship service. NEWEST CHURCH DIRECTORY (Nov. 2017) is available. Please stop by the office to pick one up.
PLACING MEMBERSHIP
CHARLES & MEAGHAN BROWN (BRENT & BRAYLEN) 1408 S. Gemini Rd, 73003
DIRECTORY UPDATE
PHIL BRYAN JR. 621 NW 116th Terr. OKC 73114
REHAB
TUSCANY: Joanne Wilson BELLEVUE: Virgil Bond, Bob Stohldrier, Paul Eubanks, Priscilla Alley BRADFORD: Melvin Gleason, Casey Carlton
CONTINUED PRAYERS
Glendell Norman, Rosa Manhalter, Betty
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
DEC. 24 & 31: No Bible Hour
Wright, Paul & Rozilla Harland, Rodney Chambers, Ellen Chambers, Tonia Lillard, Mary Carney, Jerry Scott, Lou Spencer, Betty Maston, Betty Rhoades’ brother, Sharon Vaulner, Stephanie Howell, Kim Waggoner’s father, Richard & Robbie Jones, Mitch Tyler’s father, Karen Babcock, Mike Britt’s mother, Joy Mansfield’s daughter, Linda Walts, Buck Buchanan’s grandson, Michael Alridge, Richard Albright, Bea Bowles, Shirley and Kaye Boyce, Anne Lynne Young, Jase Bollenbach, Nancy Dew, Tia White, Angelica Lopez, Betty Kramzar, Daughter of Karl & Beverly White, Louise Dennis, Don Rayner, Casey Carlton, Pat Shurley, Joe & Joy Plumlee, Cindy Dennis, David Van Nostrand, Stephen Kumor, Marty Miller, Caren Bush, Michelle Sheldon’s mother, Wayne Thomas, Jim Robinson's father THOSE IN THE MILITARY: Chris Gehri, Bradley Martin, Alex Young, Atticus Young, Miller Burkson, Clayton Williams, Cody Phillips, Alison Young, Cassie Essary, Abe Spillman
YOUTH MINISTRY
DEC. 20: Winterfest forms due
THANK YOU FOR HELPING EDMOND’S FAMILIES THIS CHRISTMAS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Starts Monday, January 8! Start winning 9 week financial course WITH $95 per couple or MONEY individual Learn the step-by-step Signtoup plan takeonline! control of your money and your future. Sign up today!
DAILY BIBLE READING PLAN 2018
MARCH 30-31 • ROGERS, AR 1 SAMUEL
DATES & IMPORTANT INFORMATION more info
Enter your class date/time/location and contact information here.
To aid in your daily Bible reading in 2018, choose one of the three plans from daveramsey.com/findaclass OWNIT365. Each plan offers a unique approach to reading the Bible, so choose the plan that best fits you. You can access these plans from your YouVersion Bible app (search in YouVersion for OwnIt365) on your phone or other devices, or you can pick up a printed version in the church lobby.
S
TEP S T X E N
RE & R CA N E T S O FO DOPTI A ORT SUPP
Support & Strategies for parents of adopted and foster kids.
JANUARY 1: Online registration closes 7: LTC practice begins
FEBRUARY 18: Pre-Con 2 events due CM Puppets & Drama begin
FOR A FULL SCHEDULE, SEE BRENDA OR JEREMY
MISSED CONTRIBUTIONS? This time of year we might find ourselves confused trying to remember if we made up our contribution the Sundays we were out of town. How do we know without going through our checkbook register? You can review a list of your checks contributed for the year using our secure member-only website. By logging on, you can access this information under your personal financial tab. Please contact the office if you need a member log-in or need help. ([email protected] or 341-3353)
YMCA class assembled 100 “Bath Boxes” this Christmas for our pantry.
BEGINS MONDAY, JAN. 22 9 WEEK COURSE FOR PARENTS LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE CONTACT SHAWN TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT FACILITATOR: CARRIE CUTSHALL
Notes
REFLECTIONS… Randy Roper God continues to do great things among us. As we quickly approach the end of 2017, we reflect on the many ways God has worked in and through us. We refocused our efforts this year on “Making Disciples,” and God is opening doors of opportunity here and abroad for us to share the gospel. We are happy to welcome several new people who have come our way, and we look forward to continued growth. We also pause to remember the loved ones we lost this year. Life will never be the same without them, but their passing makes heaven even more real in our hearts as we look forward to being reunited with them for eternity. As we gear up for a new year, let’s all commit to being and making disciples of Christ. Will you join me in being more intentional about sharing your faith? Consider using our special bookmarks and Discovery Bible studies to open God’s word with others. Invite others to church. Ask and listen to others talk about life and faith. May our lives echo the words of Romans 1:16, “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes…” ATTENDANCE REPORT: December 10, 2017 AM Worship (total) 1204 PM Worship 658 Bible Class 995 Preschool 94 Grades K-6 142 Grades 7-12 75 College 121 Seekers 43 Pathfinders 45 YMCA 72 Sojourners 35 Young Families 66 Transformers 48 Sowers 72 VIP 54
edmondchurchofChrist 801 South Bryant Edmond, OK 73034
Minister
FOREIGN MISSIONARIES
Josué David Alcerro Nicaragua Julio Alberto Alcerro Nicaragua Harold & Arelly Ampié Nicaragua Ubaldo & Marisol Camacho Mexico Eduardo Cisnero Nicaragua Kye Courtright Germany Reuben & Maureen Kapaale Zambia MINISTRY PLAN REPORT Jana Miller Zambia Weekly Plan $ 41,008.00 Gerardo & Yesenia Rayo Nicaragua Offering $38,913.63 Roger & Diane Saumur Montreal COMMISSION SUNDAY Annual Plan $382,288.00 DOMESTIC MISSIONARIES Given to Date $388,000.00 Humberto & Irene Hernandez McAllen, TX John & Jill Schadegg Logan, UT Phil Sanders Search Upwards 45 Primetime 53 Auditorium 35 In Depth Bible Study 11 Hispanic 19/41
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
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: December 17, 2017
SERMON “THE GOSPEL: COMMUNITY" 1 Peter 2:4-10
FIRST SERVICE
Welcome..........................................................Kent Risley Song Leader........................................................ Trey Cail Songs...................When All of God's Singers Get Home; Here We Are but Straying Pilgrims; Greatest Commands Prayer....................................................... Steve Replogle Songs................................................No Tears in Heaven; I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say; Ten Thousand Angels Communion................................................. Chuck White Song............................................................... Jesus is Lord Offering Song.............................................................. God's Family Scripture................................................... Floyd Shockley Song................................ I Have Found a Friend in Jesus Sermon...........................................................Phil Sanders Invitation Song............................ There's a Fountain Free Elder Comment & Prayer.............................. John Trotter Announcements................................. Jeremy Robertson
SECOND SERVICE
Children's Story Time.......................................Kent Risley Elder Comment & Prayer.............................. John Trotter Welcome...................................................... Randy Roper Song Leader...................................................Jason Dean Songs... Hark the Herald Angels Sing; Joy to the World; We Shall Assemble Prayer............................................................... Tobin Paris Songs..................................... Every Time I Kneel to Pray; Come Share the Lord Communion............................................. Allen G. Arnold Song............................................ I Need Thee Every Hour Offering Song.............................................................. God's Family Scripture............................................Christian Kincheloe Children's Bible Hour Song................................................ Greatest Commands Sermon...........................................................Phil Sanders Invitation Song...................................... A Common Love Prayer............................................................. David Keck Announcements................................. Jeremy Robertson
WELCOME BOOK: Please take 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: December 17, 2017
SERMON “A TRAGIC FALL" 1 John 2:15-17 Welcome.......................................... Kevin Rayner Song Leader.......................................David Burch Songs................................... To God Be the Glory; God is the Fountain Whence Prayer......................................James Lauderdale Scripture Songs................................. Purer in Heart, O God; Yield Not to Temptation; O, Master Let Me Walk with Thee; Faithful Love; On Bended Knee; Gentle Shepherd; Come We that Love the Lord Sermon..............................................Randy Roper Invitation.........Thank You, Lord; Joy to the World Lord’s Supper in the Chapel........Allen G. Arnold Prayer.............................................Tracy Marshall Announcements......................Jeremy Robertson
December 17 1 Corinthians 5:1-13 Sexual Immorality Invades the Church
Watch SEARCH each Sunday on:
KOCB-TV Channel 34 Oklahoma City 7:30 am
Also available at Searchtv.org
December 17 "The Truth"
December 24
"Why Was Jesus Born?"
