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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 May 10, 2009 |
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LIFE LINES
To everyone present today we offer a warm welcome to the services and Bible study of the 38th Street church. And, along with our guests, we want to give a special greeting to all of the mothers, grandmothers, and great-grandmothers present today.
Since May of 1914, the United States has had a national holiday designated as “Mother’s Day.” It is to give recognition, and honor, to those self-sacrificing, loving individuals we call mothers. Today we thank mothers for the blessing they are to their families. May God bless all of our 38th Street mothers, grandmothers, and great-grandmothers.
To everyone we say have a great day and week, and God bless.
--LANCE
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‘WHICH MOTHER’S DAY?”
They say TODAY is Mother’s Day
It is – and so was yesterday.
And days and days and days before –
Since first that little child she bore.
Tomorrow too will be her day,
If God so wills that she should stay
To grace the place we yet call HOME,
Though long since, now we’ve made our own.
How shall we say, one day a year,
‘Tis Mother’s Day – let’s give her cheer,”
And then forget the other days
Deserving more perchance, our praise?
From our abundant love we shower
Our kisses, candies, words, and flowers,
Then settle back, as if to say,
That’s that, until next Mother’s Day.
Ah! Futile humans that we are!
We mean so well, we miss so far!
Too full of fashion, style – we sway
To single out ONE Mother’s Day
Let those who wish reserve their praise,
And honors for some special days;
But, I, in heart, in word, and way
Would make each day a Mother’s Day.
IT IS HER DAY – and everyday –
Let’s not forget her when we pray.
Let’s thank our God who reigns above
For such a precious mother’s love.
Let’s ask Him yet to guide her hand,
To ease her load where’er He can,
By His good will direct her ways
Through more and happier Mother’s Days.
-- Copied from the bulletin of the 14th Street Church of
Christ, Leesburg, FL.
Family News & Notes
Church Family: Bill English was taken to Aultman this past week, but is now at home; Carl Earley remains at Affinity Medical Center in Massillon for rehabilitation (emphysema); Joanne Littlefield – health problems, has some additional testing scheduled.
Other Friends and Relatives: Marlene Lopez (sister of Winnie German); Jack Duty; Bonnie Day, Ellen’s daughter-in-law is a patient at Aultman Hospital, while John, Ellen’s son, is also having health problems; Jim Vanek, husband of former co-worker (Karen) of Eleanor Banks, has bone cancer. Harry Fox, father of Eugene Fox and Rose Varn, was admitted to Mercy Medical Center. Sara Meadows’ son-in-law, Ezekiel, who lives in Brazil, suffered an aneurism last week.
Remember, too, our Shut-Ins, those in the Armed Forces, as well as the Leadership of the Lord’s church here at 38th Street.
Death: We extend our sincerest sympathy to the family of Bill Mayberry at his passing from this life on Sunday evening, May 3rd. Bill was 89 years old. A memorial service was held last Friday.
New Address: Donna Rodgers has a new address and phone number: 137 25th Street NW – 14-B, Canton 44709. 330-454-3897.
Please Note: The departure of Ray Hunt and his family, as they relocate in the Nashville, Tennessee area, will not effect the collections, from Bible classes and individuals, for the school at Sao Paolo, Brazil. Those who are contributing to help the school are asked to continue to do so. Sharon Stalnaker will now be handling these funds. Thanks to all for your concern for the children in Brazil.
Birthday Fellowship: There will be NO birthday celebration for the month of May, due to the holiday at the end of the month; however, at the end of June we will celebrate those with birthdays in May and June.
Lads To Leaders And Leaderettes: There will be a planning meeting next Sunday afternoon, May 17th, at 4:30 P.M. for those who are involved or would like to become more involved. Any questions, see Stephen Lindenberger.
Cleveland Indians Game Night: The annual trip to see the Cleveland Indians play St. Louis Cardinals will be on Friday, June 12th, with fireworks following the game. We have reserved a bus for 55 people. The bus will leave the church building at 5:00 P.M. sharp! Cost is $27 per person, which includes your ticket, bus fare, and a sack lunch. Please bring your beverage of choice. Sign up sheet is posted on east-wing bulletin board. Seats will be on first-come basis. Payment must be made to reserve your ticket. Any questions, see Richard Smith.
Directory Updates: Still available from Steve Moser.
S.C.C.A. News: As has been mentioned previously, Stark County Christian Academy will close their doors after this school year. In light of this, they are having a huge sale Saturday, June 27th, from 9:00 -2:00. There are flyers on the bulletin board with complete details.
Upcoming Events. . . . . . .
>OVU Quartet Concert: Saturday, June 6th, OVU Alumni Gymnasium, beginning at 5:30 P.M. Admission is $5.00.
>North Central Ohio Bible Lectureship: Lorain, Ohio, Church of Christ, August 23-26.
** 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. **
Youth Events
May 16th: Scavenger Hunt/Ash
June: Terrific Tuesdays
July: Cookout/Lindenberger
Terrific Tuesdays
August: Terrific Tuesdays
September: Hayride-Cookout/ Moser
Oct. 24th: Weiner Roast/Smith
Nov. 20th: Encounter/OVU
November: “Bigger & Better”/Kruger
December: Camarata
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Are you ready for some fun? Join us for a digital scavenger hunt that will begin at the church building and conclude at the Ashes on Saturday, May 16th. Sign up on the teen board by Sunday, May 10th, in order to participate. (You must sign up by this date so that drivers can be arranged for the evening). Be at the church building on Saturday, May 16th no later than 4:15 P.M. Pick up will be at the Ashes at 9:00 P.M. The fun-filled evening will also include dinner after the scavenger hunt. Be ready for a fun evening. Be ready to be creative. Be ready to take some fun and unusual photographs. Prizes will be awarded to the best team.
NOCYC
As in previous years, the church will pay $25 toward camp if you pre-register. Camp costs have gone up and so have the charges for camp. Pre-registered campers pay only $90, while late registrations and “walk-ins” pay $125.
The deadlines for pre-registration are:
Senior Week: Postmarked by June 15th
7th & 8th Gr.: Postmarked by June 22nd
5th & 6th Gr.: Postmarked by June 29th
3rd & 4th Gr.: Postmarked by July 7th
Please complete the Camper Registration forms and give them to Earl Ash and the deposit will be made on your behalf. You can then pay the balance upon arrival.
*** In conjunction with getting ready for camp, we, here at 38th Street, have been asked to donate the following items:
> 12 boxes of brownie mix
> 10 large bags of potato chips
> 10 pounds of powdered sugar.
You can bring these items and give them to Earl Ash.
“RESISTANCE”
Noun 1. The act or an instance of resisting or the capacity to resist. 2. A force that tends to oppose or retard motion. Adjective 1. impervious to being affected. 2. disposed or engaged in defiance of established authority, synonym: insubordinate.
We live in a time where much is changing, and it is changing very quickly. Our human nature tends to resist change, always wanting the status quo even though we complain about the fact that things aren’t improving. In the last 20 years, the computer has become a primary tool in schools and offices. It has replaced the pen and paper of days gone by for generating all documents, as well as written communications. And yet, some still resist using it.
The cell phone, too, has become a primary tool, both in the business world and for personal use, as a way to keep in touch, be reached, or track someone down. And yet there are still many who resist using a cell phone.
The computer (including e-mail) and cell phones are both great tools, and while those who refuse to use them are only making things harder for themselves and those around them, there is nothing really wrong with resistance to using them. There are, however, areas where resistance becomes sinful. Our Lord tells us that we have a specific mission to accomplish and that He has given us the tools and the ability to accomplish that mission. He tells us, too, that He will be with us as we go out to do His work, yet many still resist and refuse. Those people retard the motion of the church, are disaffected by the challenge as well as to the One who commands it be done.
Brethren, be certain of one thing, we have a mission, we have the tools, and we will be held responsible for our resistance to, and defiance of, our mission.
Matthew 28:19: “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.”
-- EARL
TODAY’S SERMONS
A.M. - “A Mother’s Faith”
(The Syro- Phoenician Woman)
(Matthew 15:21-28)
P.M.- “Science And The Bible: Do They Conflict?”
(Psalm 33:6-9)
(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
May 10, 2009
9:00 A.M. 6:00 P.M.
Opening Prayer Harry Rose
Song Leader Ethan Ash Art Hopkins
Prayer Jim Ladson John Oberlin
Read Terry Pyles Jeff Thompson
Reading Matthew 15:21-28 Psalm 33:6-9
Closing Bernie McFadden Carl Earley
Communion: Earl Ash Offering: F. Kruger, Jr.
Serving Communion:
1. Al Rohr 5. Steve Moser
2. Clyde Burfield, Jr. 6. Matt Moser
3. Michael Moffett 7. Mike Moss
4. Larry Moffett 8. Josh Moss
For The Record (5/3/09)
A.M. Worship – 196 Wed. Bible Study – 91
Bible Study – 123
P.M. Worship - 105 Contrib. – $5741.72
*** 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
May 17, 2009
9:00 A.M. 6:00 P.M.
Opening Prayer Richard Smith
Song Leader S. Lindenberger Mark Daverio
Prayer Bob Franks Eugene Fox
Read Jim Jacobs Josh Heid
Reading Matthew 3:1-3 Genesis 1:1-5
Closing Harry Kindall Terry Pyles
Communion: Richard Dimit Offering : Bill Dimit
Serving Communion:
1. Harry Rose 5. Ethan Shrake
2. Tom Walton 6. Leonard Miller
3. Frank Kruger, Jr. 7. Bryan Reed
4. Frank Kruger, III 8. Josh Reed
GREETERS
May 17th; & 31st:
A.M. – Mark & Carol Dimitro; Gertie Turner & B. Hootman
P.M. – Bob & Sue Hughes; Nancy Peshek & Rose Varn
May 10th & 24th:
A.M. – Harry & Leila Kindall; Charles & Sandy Evans
P.M. – Terry & Carol Pyles; Pilar Phillips & Carl Earley