Good morning church family,
GIVING THANKS:
* Thanks to Nadine for leading the ladies bible study last Saturday. She used the new TV downstairs which will be an invaluable resource for us going forward. Also, a special thanks to Nadine for getting the Secret Prayer Sister activity underway. If you still want to participate in this, please see Nadine as soon as possible.
* Thanks to Derin & Kristen Wilson who are leading our VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL this summer. There will be a brief meeting right after worship tomorrow for anyone who is able to help out in any way.
PRAYER REQUESTS:
* Desrine is dealing with so much and is slated to have a stress test soon and surgery on February 27th. Continued prayers during this difficult time. Her faith remains strong, Praise God!
* Prayers for Flo who is having additional testing done
* Angela's Co-worker Karen Tabor is only 40 yrs old and her cancer has spread. She has two children.
* Ashley Stephens said that London will need surgery soon since she has trouble hearing. She will have turbinates reduction in her nose, her adenoids shaved and tubes placed. They are looking at April 1st for a potential surgery date. Prayers for London.
SHINE MINISTRY
Here are details regarding the SHINE MINISTRY that Ron & Lisa are heading up.
The Shine ministry is an outreach ministry that is committed to fulfilling our role, purpose, and responsibility to be a light within our community. This may be accomplished through larger community projects such as food drives or through smaller individual opportunities like preparing care packages for the homeless. Anyone interested in helping with the Shine Ministry please see Ron or Lisa Saracino.
The Shine Ministry is collecting items to put in care packages for the homeless in our community. A bin labeled “Shine Ministry” is in the foyer to drop off needed items. Here is a list of items and this list will be available on the back table as well. Thank you in advance for your help !
Gallon Zip Lock Bags
Hats – unisex
Gloves – unisex
Socks – unisex
Chap Sticks
Small Water Bottles
Bandaids
Comb/small brush (nothing huge)
wipes/hand wipes (nothing that contains alcohol like sanitizer)
Sunscreen (for summer)
Small deodorant
small tissue packs
Tooth brushes and small tubes of toothpaste
Sealed Snacks (granola bars, fruit snacks, crackers) – preferably not hard because many people have dental concerns
Thanks to Ron & Lisa for leading this great ministry!
COMING UP
FEBRUARY
* The next Tuesday morning bible studies will be on February 27th. Please see Lisa or Mary Lou if you know anyone who can benefit from this mid-week study.
* GAME NIGHT IS COMING UP- FEBRUARY 24th – 4:00 p.m. Jay & Flo are hosting a game night at the church building.Pick up a flyer on the back table for complete details.
COMING UP IN MARCH:
LADIES NIGHT MOVIE & DINNER – March 2nd Time to be determined.
Lisa Saracino is organizing a ladies movie & dinner on March 2nd. The movie is “The Ordinary Angels”. Stay tuned for more details as the movie time will be determined as theater releases showtimes.
Flo Repecko will be leading the next Saturday morning Ladies Bible class held at the building on March 9th at 10:00 AM. For any new members this is a great time of singing, prayer and bible study while we fellowship as well.
POT LUCK FELLOWSHIP will follow right after morning worship on Sunday, March 24th!
COMING UP IN APRIL:
Here are two great events coming up and lead by Brother Keller…
SPRING GIVE-A-WAY DAY!
“Give Away Day” April 27th 2024
We are working on trying to put together a “Give Away Day” In late April. The overall purpose of this event is not only blessing others with the items we no longer need, but to show our love and concern for those in need.
If you have any gently used items that are in good working condition to donate. Please take a form on the back table to catalog your items and return your list to Patrick soon. This will allow us to know if we have enough items to make this program work. Also feel free to text or email him with the number and types of items
Trip to See Daniel at the Sight & Sound Theater in PA in September
An inquiry signup sheet and more information has been posted on the door to the auditorium to find out the best date and estimated participation. Please fill in your info ASAP so we can best know how to proceed.
APRIL TALENT SHOW – Saturday, April 6th at 6:30 p.m.
There is a sign-up sheet posted on auditorium doors promoting our upcoming Talent show headed up by Lisa, Zach and Tori Saracino. Not only will this be a FUN time of Fellowship, but it will help support our commitment to Spooner House. Please sign up to share your talents, all ages welcome!
ADMISSION – Please bring non-perishable items for The Spooner House.
CONGREGATIONAL EVENTS: (see flyers on the back table for details)
Men's Retreat – Kent Connecticut – June 14th & 15th
Inspire New England – Manchester church of Christ – March 22-23
WHAT IS GRACE?
God's grace is usually defined as 'undeserved favor'.
Grace, generally speaking, looks like the kindness and compassion of a parent. It shows the boundless & unconditional love of a parent who rears their child, picking them up each time they fall.
Grace can't be earned. It is something given freely. There is nothing we can do to earn or merit it.
Grace is part of God's character for God is LOVE. 1 John 4:7-21
We count on God's grace and the bridge he built in our relationship with him. God's grace, for US, is wrapped up in…
JESUS CHRIST!
By God's grace, Jesus was already condemned on the cross for our behalf.
We are unworthy to have a relationship with God, because of sin in our lives.
God's grace is free to all who follow and are obedient to Jesus Christ. A gift which was given at a great price.
John 1:17 “For the law was given through Moses, but God's unfailing love and faithfulness came through Jesus Christ.“
God doesn't count our successes and failures to determine whom receives His love. God gives His goodness and His grace, freely to all. Once we grasp the depth and width of His character, we begin our journey of Faith and dig into the scriptures coming closer to Him daily.
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