Sunday Feb. 26, 2017 Church of the Nazarene Global Mission: To make Christ-like disciples in the nations
W ELCOME ! Are you New to Xenia Naz?
U NCOMMON Y OUTH C HURCH
K IDS T OWN (B IRTH -6)
Student Pastor Nate Chrisman
Children’s Pastor Brian Leach Because we believe in the importance of safety and security, all children are required to register at the check-in station located upstairs from the main lobby.
We are so glad you’ve come today; you are important to us! We have a gift for our first-time guests. Just fill out an “Are you NEW here?” card found in the sanctuary seat racks and turn it in as you exit the building. If you have any questions, we would be happy to talk with you. Our contact information is printed on the back of this bulletin. Please join us again soon.
O NE C HURCH / T WO C AMPUSES Our church is made up of two campuses: We are blessed to minister in both communities! Xenia Campus 1204 W. 2nd St., Xenia Senior Pastor Mark Atherton Worship Services—9a & 10:45a Riverside Campus 2552 Bushnell Ave., Riverside Campus Pastor Jason McCauley Community Breakfast—10a Worship Service—11a
Prayer Requests Marlon Angel; Garnet Beam; Robert Gill; Cheryl Huggler; Jan Koogler; Zelpha Koogler; Kay Martin; Barb Mills; Arlene Morgan; Lonnie Shattuck; Pam Sheets; and Parker Wright.
Tonight is Feast Night Xenia Community Center 6-7:30p All UYC students are invited. After eating, we'll split into groups: Band of Brother - high school guys, The Wild - high school girls, and our middle school guy and girl groups.
WOW F ACTOR M INISTRIES (Wealth Of Wisdom 55 and up) All Thursdays except 3rd week: Widows & Friends Breakfast, Xenia Biscuit World, 9a
Middle School Meetups are on the 1st & 3rd Weds. of every month and are the regular meeting times for middle school girls and guys. They normally meet in the youth room from 6:30 – 8p. This week they will attend Ash Wednesday service together.
3rd Thursday of each month: Thursday Lunch Crew (TLC) meets again on March 23, at 11:30a in the Fireside Room for a spring themed luncheon. Bring a dish to share!
UYC:rev for middle/high school students is held on Sunday mornings at 9a in youth room.
Last Tuesday each month: Ladies’ Lunch Bunch meets again on Tues., Feb. 28 at the Cherry House Café in Beavercreek. Meet at 11a at the church or 11:30a at the Café.
Visit the UYC app or UYC.me online for more events and details.
XeniaNaz.org or RiversideNaz.org XCC=Xenia Community Center Sermon podcast/weekly bulletin available on website Facebook pages: facebook.com/xenianaz or facebook.com/riversidenaz 5. XeniaNaz.ccbchurch.com - view church calendar, give online, view your contribution history and much more 6. Free WiFi at Xenia Campus: Password for “XNAZWIFI1 & XNAZWIFI2 is xnazpublic1 (WPA2). 7. Xenia Campus Office Hours: 9a—3p, M-F, 937-372-0708
3rd Saturday each month: Men’s Breakfast (3/18), Xenia Frisch’s, 8a.
La Comedia - Join others on the SWO District on 3/16. Cost is $40 for the buffet and comedy. More details, or to sign up, see info by office door.
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We’re glad you’re here!
Classes are offered for ages 3 through Grade 6 at 9a. Preschool and elementary worship services are held at 10:45a. Child care is provided for infants and toddlers during both Sunday morning worship services. More info and class locations are available at the check-in station.
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Festival of Joy Concert/Lunch at MVNU on 4/4. Cost is $20. More details, or to sign up, see info by office door.
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A NNOUNCEMENTS
A NNOUNCEMENTS ( CONT ’ D )
Ladies' Priscilla Shirer Bible Study The Armor of God: This 7-week study, led by Sue Atherton, begins Wednesday, March 8 at 6:30p in the Fireside Room. Today is the last day to sign up for this class. Child care is available if needed. Books are $10.
Men’s Bible Study - Pastor Mark will lead this study that digs deeper into the scriptures for personal everyday application. Bible study will meet again on March 7, at 6:30p in the Fireside Room.
Ladies’ Lunch Bunch is open to women of all ages. They meet on the last Tuesday of each month. Feb. 28 they will be going to the Cherry House Café in Beavercreek. Meet at the church at 11a or at the Café at 11:30a. Ash Wednesday Service - March 1 Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, the season of repentance that leads us into Holy Week and Easter. Join us at 6:30p in the sanctuary for this special service. Kidstown activities and nurseries will be open. The Uncompromised Man Accountability Group meets again this Wednesday, March 1, 7p, and continues every other Wednesday in the XCC #408. Greg McAfee will lead this group studying Conquer: Battle Plan for Purity. Open to all men in our church and community. Manly Monday God, Guys & Grub Men are invited to join together in the Children’s Auditorium on March 6 at 6p for good food, a little conversation and a few minutes of God focus.
Date night - Saturday, March 18 Adults are invited to meet with Pastor Mark & Sue in the Fireside Room from 5-5:30p; then start your date! Child care will be provided in the children’s wing for infants through 5th grade, as well as 6th graders who are part of the Kidstown ministry. Children must be picked up by 8:30p. If child care is needed, you must sign up either at www.xenianaz.org/events or by the foyer connect desk. Baptism Sunday - March 19 Baptism is for believers who have accepted Jesus Christ as their Savior. Jesus himself was baptized (Matt. 3:11-17), and we follow His example. If you would like to be baptized, call the church office. Membership & Information Class We offer membership to those who would like to express their commitment to this local body. Attending the class does not obligate you to membership. The next class will be held on Wed., March 29, at 6:30p in Rm 216. All are welcome! www.xenianaz.org has changed! Check it out.
U PCOMING E VENTS MAR 1 Wednesday Activities Thirsting for God Prayer, 6p, #221 Kidstown - 6:30 - 8p (1- 6 grades) Middle School Unit Group, 6:30p (1st/3rd Wed - Youth Rm) Tonight – meet for service. Ash Wednesday Service, 6:30p, sanctuary Uncompromised Man Grp, 7p, XCC Room #408
MAR 2 Xenia Heart in Hand Needle Crafters Meets weekly 10a-3p, meets monthly on 3rd Thurs., 5-8p, XCC #405
MAR 6 Shoes4theshoeless event at Arrowood Elem, 8:30a-12:30p Thank you to those that have signed up.
MAR 6 Manly Monday-God, Guys & Grub, 6p, Children’s Auditorium MAR 7, 21 Men’s Bible Study, 6:30p, Fireside Room MAR 18 Date Night, Fireside Rm, 5p Children’s Event and child care in children’s wing. Sign up by the foyer connect desk or at www.xenianaz.org/events.
MAR 19 Baptism Sunday MAR 29 Membership Class, 6:30p, RM 216 MAR 29 & April 12, Worship Choir Practice, 7:30p, Sanctuary
Office Hours: 9a-3p, M-F, 937-372-0708 Full-time Staff Contact Information Mark Atherton, Senior Pastor ▪
[email protected] ▪ Ext. 118 / Cell 937.602.7762 Jeff Blackaby, Maintenance ▪
[email protected] ▪ Ext. 119 / Cell 937.781-6279 Nathan Chrisman, Youth Pastor ▪
[email protected] ▪ Ext. 109 / Cell 937.671.4060 Karen Cummings, Admin. Assistant ▪
[email protected] ▪ Ext. 112 / Cell 937.626.1506 Brian Leach, Pastor to Children & Families ▪
[email protected] ▪ Ext. 126 / Cell 219.771.4712 Jason McCauley, Riverside Campus Pastor ▪
[email protected] ▪ Ext. 123 / Cell 768.9376 Part-time Staff Contact Information Mack Bottorff, Outreach Pastor ▪
[email protected] ▪ Cell 937.470.8668 Clay Sell, Worship Leader ▪
[email protected] ▪ Cell 937.532.3475 Mike Hancock, Associate Pastor ▪
[email protected] ▪ Ext. 127 / Cell 615.504.8002 Tyler Hodge, Riverside Campus Director of Youth Ministries Cheryl Sabo, Church Secretary ▪
[email protected] ▪ Ext.110 / Cell 937.374.0590 Joey Wallen, Riverside Campus Worship Leader
Attention, College Students! The Xenia Nazarene scholarship program has been revised. The application deadline is now APRIL 30. Applications and more info are available at:
WWW.XENIANAZ.ORG/SCHOLARSHIPS
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