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38th Street Church of Christ 3904 38th Street NW Canton, Ohio 44718 330-492-5523 Fax: 330-493-7119 |
| The Messenger On Line April 12, 2009 |
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SING, CHRISTIAN!
There once was a congregation of the Lord in a small village. They had a modest, but nice, building in which to meet. Now back in the old days, there was no air conditioning in the building, so they opened the windows from spring to fall, whenever it was warm.
The Christians there, though small in number, were known for their zealous and spirited singing to the Lord. When they worshipped during the times the windows in the church building were open, people walking by would be drawn to the beautiful and heart-felt praising of God.
Once there were two teenage youngsters who were invited to go to worship services by some friends. But their mother wouldn’t let them. She did agree that they could sit outside by one of the windows and listen, but to the singing only! When the preaching started, they had to get up and leave.
Sunday after Sunday, they sat there and listened to the beautiful singing. But an interesting thing happened. Through the words of the songs, they learned the gospel message. Eventually, a Bible study was set up and they were soon baptized into Christ. They attributed a large part of their conversion to the singing they heard week after week that whetted their appetite for the gospel. After their conversion, they gladly joined the congregation in singing out in worship of the Lord.
This is a true story as told to me by one of the sisters in the Pleasant Hill, Illinois, congregation where I recently held a gospel meeting.
In this heart-warming story is a great reminder for each and every one of us: Christian, sing! Sing out and sing to be understood. Sing with joy in your heart. Sing with great expression and feeling. Sing to give great praise to the great God. Sing, Christian – you never know whom you may influence!
-- copied from bulletin at West Broward, Florida
-- written by Edd Sterchi
Family Matters
Prayer List: Marlene Lopez (Winnie German’s sister in Virginia) had made some improvement in her condition, and was able to return to a rehabilitation facility. Mary Poulos, is dealing with extreme fatigue and is undergoing tests to determine the cause. Cheryl Burfield spent a couple of days at the end of the week before last at Aultman Hospital, came home and then was re-admitted last Sunday. Carl Earley’s daughter, Carla Duffield, is scheduled for hip surgery at the Cleveland Clinic on May 5th. Bill Hootman’s father fell this past week, but there seems so be no broken bones. Continue to pray for Karen Morgan, in Aultman Hospital, and all those with cancer, Ed Ramsier, Lynna Beaber, John and Bonnie Day, and Paul Huth. Pray for our Shut-Ins, those in military service, those at home and ill, and the leadership of the church here at 38th Street.
Death: On Thursday, April 2nd, Keith Kull’s brother, Lewis Kull, Jr., passed away in New York City, after suffering a severe head injury in an accident about a year ago. His body was cremated and there was to be a memorial service here in Canton sometime last week.
Congratulations: Ann and Don Reifsnyder are grandparents again. Their daughter, Lynne and her husband, Mark, had a baby girl, Annabelle Mae, born in Oklahoma City on Tuesday, March 31st. She weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 19 ¾ inches long. Congratulations to all!
Thank You: A great big “Thank You” to all who provided housing and food for this year’s Stark County Youth Meeting. Sue Moffett and Earl Ash.
Correction: Cathy Clouse’s phone number should be: 330-309-2469.
From The Elders: The eldership wishes to inform the congregation that Shirley Trusky has taken her membership to the Louisville congregation.
Young-In-Heart: Will meet this Thursday, the 16th, at 10:30 A.M. for their study time and fellowship.
Food Assistance Ministry Dinner: A dinner will be held on Tuesday, April 21st, at 6:30 P.M. in the multi-purpose room for anyone who worked in this ministry from April, 2008 through April, 2009. Those who have volunteered during this time will qualify for a free meal; other guests pay $10.00. Give this money to Chuck Camarata. Please sign up on the bulletin board if you are planning to attend.
Meeting: The elders, preachers, deacons will have their meeting next Sunday, April 19th, at 4:15 PM.
Ladies’ Dinner: The “Mothers Day” dinner (formerly the Mother-Daughter dinner) will be on Saturday, May 9th, at the 38th Street building. The change of name is to encourage all of our ladies to attend this annual evening of fellowship, even if they do not have a daughter, or mother living. There is a sign-up sheet posted on the Ladies’ Activities bulletin board in the east wing of the building, and everyone is asked to indicate their intent to attend the dinner as soon as possible. The cost of the meal is $10.00 for adults, $5.00 for children, 3-12, and under 3, free. Money should be given to Sharon Blocher or Judy Franks, by Sunday, May 3rd. Stacy Lowe, from the Alliance congregation will be the guest speaker, and the evening begins at 5:00.
Teachers Needed: There is a need for a teacher for this quarter. See Stephen Lindenberger as soon as possible if you can help: Sunday AM – Grades 1-3 (teacher for May and June only).
S.C.C.A. NEWS: There will be a Parking Lot Sale on Saturday, April 18th, so be collecting yard sale type items to donate for our sale! If you have items you would like to donate to the sale, please bring them to the school by Wednesday, April 15th. If you would like to rent a space and sell your own items, please call the school at 330.454.3737. The cost is $15 for a 10’ X 10’ space and $5 per 8-foot table, if we supply the table. A flyer with details is posted on the east-wing bulletin board.
Going Green!! Spring is almost here and that means baseball season is just around the corner! It also means the grass will be growing and we need to schedule mowing crews. A sign-up sheet is posted on the bulletin board if you would like to help. If you have any questions, see Mark Daverio, Steve Moser, or Mike Moss.
Potter Children’s Home Commodities Outreach: A representative from the home will be here the week of April 26th. The following is a list of those items needed from 38th Street: Kix Cereal, Chocolate Cake Mix, Cream of Celery Soup, Onion Soup Mix, and Velveeta Cheese. Please place your items in the west-wing hallway. Cash donations are also being accepted for perishable items.
Lads To Leaders
There is a sign up sheet posted for the annual Lads to Leaders Celebration luncheon on April 19th. Each family is asked to bring pop and a dessert. Pizza and salad will be provided. Students are reminded to bring all awards and work to display on tables in the foyer that day. Certificates for involvement will be presented at the banquet. Please sign up by Wednesday, April 15th, if you plan to attend.
NOCYC – 2009 Schedule
June 28 – July 4 Grades 9-12
July 5 – July 11 Grades 7 & 8
July 12 – July 18 Grades 5 & 6
July 19 – July 25 Grades 3 & 4
July 26 – July 31 FAMILY CAMP
Work Days:
June 6 Clean Up
June 13 Pool Set Up
June 20 Final Clean Up
August 8 Take Down Pool
NOCYC Flyers are available on the table in the foyer. See Earl if you have any questions.
Upcoming Events
- Stark County Men’s Retreat: Coming up on April 17th and 18th!! This year’s retreat will be at Elkhorn Valley Retreat Center in Bergholz, Ohio and the theme is “Acceptable Worship.” You can still turn in your registration to Earl Ash.
- Quartet Sing and Rigatoni Supper: On Saturday, April 25th, with supper at 5:00 PM and sing at 7:00 PM. Proceeds benefit Stepping Stones for OVU and Stark County Christian Academy.
- Gospel Meetings: Southwest Church of Christ, April 12th–15th, with Bob Manasco of Hillboro, Ohio.
Hanoverton Church of Christ. April
26th – 30th. Jerry Main is the speaker.
- 45th Annual Ladies Inspiration Day:
National Rd. Church of Christ, Wheeling, WV. Saturday, May 2nd.
** Details are posted on the east-wing bulletin board for these events. Please check for other events happening in our area on the bulletin board also. **
TODAY’S SERMONS
A.M. - “Completion And Conquest: ‘It Is
Finished’ ” (John 19:28-30)
P.M. – “Video: Behold! The Lamb of God”
(6 – “Was Jesus Really God?”)
(Those reading for lessons during the worship service are asked to use the “New King James Version”, as it corresponds to the pew Bibles and the projections on the screen.
Privileged To Serve TODAY
April 12, 2009
9:00 A.M. 6:00 P.M.
Opening Prayer Tom Walton
Song Leader Ray Hunt Art Hopkins
Prayer Bob Franks Jeff Thompson
Read Ethan Shrake
Reading John 19:28-30 Video
Closing Bernie McFadden Terry Pyles
Communion: F. Kruger, Jr. Offering: F. Kruger, III
Serving Communion:
1. Zachary Cook 5. Mark Daverio
2. Bill Gadow 6. Jim Jacobs
3. Charles Evans 7. Bill Hootman
4. Ethan Ash 8. Leonard Miller
For The Record (4/5/09)
A.M. Worship – 221 Wed. Bible Study – 85
Bible Study – 158
P.M. Worship - 118 Contrib. -$6705.66
*** If you are unable to serve in your scheduled
capacity, please let Art Hopkins know.***
“Go into all the world and
preach the gospel . . .”
Mark 16:15
Privileged To Serve
April 19, 2009
9:00 A.M. 6:00 P.M.
Opening Prayer Richard Smith
Song Leader Stephen Lindenberger Ethan Ash
Prayer Jim Ladson Mike Moss
Read Carl Earley Josh Moss
Reading Gen. 18:22-27 Luke 11:5-10
Closing Leonard Miller Earl Ash
Communion: Ray Hunt Offering : Richard Smith
Serving Communion:
1. Al Rohr 5. Brian Heid
2. Ethan Shrake 6. Jason Heid
3. Matt Moser 7. Jon Heid
4. Steve Moser 8. Josh Heid
GREETERS
April 19th:
A.M. – Chuck & Hope Camarata; Charles & Sandy Evans
P.M. – Bob & Sue Hughes; Nancy Peshek & Bill Hootman
April 12th & 26th:
A.M. – Mark & Carol Dimitro; Bob & Judy Franks
P.M. – Mark & Georgia Daverio; Terry & Carol Pyles