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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 31, 2009 |
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LIFE LINES
Greetings to everyone as we enter into times of worship and study on this first day of a new week. If you are visiting with the church here, we are especially grateful for your presence, and offer to you a cordial welcome.
As we conclude the month of May, we stand at the start of the summer season, and look forward to all of the varied activities this time of year offers to us. Traditionally, it is a time of vacationing and enjoying more leisure time and outdoor activities. There are gatherings that are unique to the season, like family reunions or festivals of various kinds. But, no matter what the season, there are still constants in life, those things that must be attended to, and given priority all year long. Among these is our worship to God and our study of His word. While we enjoy these summer months and activities, let us not forget that we are children of the Most High God, and we are obliged to obey His commands every day of every year of our lives.
We must also, collectively, not neglect the growth of God’s kingdom. The gospel should go with us everywhere, always. Here at 38th Street, our emphasis upon evangelism knows no “break”, nor “vacation.” We must continue the work of teaching so that God can bring the increase in His family.
Here is another of the articles on evangelism that have appeared in this bulletin throughout 2009. It serves as a reminder to us that God’s work has no end point, except when we leave this world.
Have a great day, a great week, and God bless.
--LANCE
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“The Fellowship In Heaven”
We should value our souls because of the wonderful fellowship of heaven. Even though the way to heaven is narrow and the gate is small, “. . . and there are few who find it.” (Matt. 7:14), there will still be a large number of souls in heaven (Rev. 7:9). This will be the multitude of the saved from all ages.
All the Old Testament worthies will be there. These will include the faithful listed in the Hebrews 11 “Hall of Fame”, such as Abel, Enoch, Noah, Abraham, and Sarah. Moses and Elijah will be there. David, Daniel, Samuel, and Rahab will be there. All of these died long before Jesus paid the price of redemption on the cross; nevertheless, because of their faith, they received forgiveness retrospectively when Jesus died (Romans 3:25; Hebrews 9:15).
All who have been faithful to Jesus under the New Covenant will also be there (Revelation 2:10). As they responded to Jesus, their filthy rags of sin and self-righteousness were washed clean in the blood of the Lamb (Revelation 7:14).
Unaccountable souls, including children, will be there (Matthew 18:3). All babies dying in infancy, in childbirth, and even in the womb, will be welcomed into the arms of Jesus (Matthew 19:13-15).
Above all, and this is what makes heaven the place of joy that it is, God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit will be there. In John 14:1-3, Jesus said that He was going to prepare a place for His people to be where He is. In Revelation 21:23, the Bible says that heaven does not need the light of Sun or Moon because it is illuminated by the glory of God and the Lamb.
Wouldn’t you like to be in that kind of company? Imagine the everlasting joy, the loving fellowship, the peace, happiness and blessedness of being in the most beautiful place of all, in the best company in the universe, with God lavishing His blessing upon you for all eternity! It would be unthinkable to miss out on such a destiny. Shouldn’t we encourage others to be there also?
-- Ian Terry
“Truth For Today”
Family News & Notes
Church Family: As of this writing no one from the congregation was in the hospital. Rosemary Hines was in Aultman Hospital last week. Carl Earley is home recuperating. Anna Masalko was to undergo some testing this past week and the Littlefields continue to have health problems. Sharon Saunier is scheduled for outpatient surgery on her hand Monday, June 1st.
Other Friends and Relatives: Melissa Cartledge’s granddaughter is being treated at Akron Children’s Hospital; Lahoma Taggart, mother of Ned Taggart and Cheryl Burfield, is a patient at Aultman Hospital. Eric Robinson’s cousin was in the hospital; Ted Starkey’s father-in-law, “Bub” Clutter, has been diagnosed with a brain tumor. Ted is Vivian’s son.
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: Todd Blandford, a brother-in-law of Terry and Carol Pyles, died at the age of 48, after having pancreatic cancer. He was the husband of Carol’s sister, Helen. We extend our sympathy to Carol and her family at this time of their loss.
Thank You: Thank you for the kindness of so many of you at the passing of our brother. Keith and Janet Kull.
New Address: Greg and Lanette (Woofter) Clark have a new address: 7220 Poplarwood Road NW, North Canton 44720.
Note:It has been brought to our attention that the family of Ezekiel, Sara Meadow’s son-in-law, is in need of financial assistance as a result of Ezekiel’s recent illness and death. Anyone who would like to assist this family, give your contribution to one of the elders or preachers so that one check can be written and sent to this family. Please do this within the next two weeks.
Young-In-Heart: Will meet this Thursday, June 4th at 10:30 A.M.
Free To A Good Home: Our library has undergone a much needed de-cluttering. There are several books on a table in the library that will be discarded after TODAY.
Ladies’ Night Out: For the month of June, the ladies will meet next Monday, June 8th, at 6:30 P.M. for a walk in the park in North Canton.
IMPORTANT MEETING: All deacons are strongly encouraged to attend a meeting here at the building on Saturday, June 6th, at 6:00 P.M.
Graduates: If there is anyone from the congregation that is graduating this year, either from high school or another form of higher education, please let the office know, and submit a picture if you would like.
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.
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. TODAY is the last day to sign up, as all seats need to be filled and will opened to those outside of our congregation.
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. . . . . . .
> Friday Night Sings: Windham Church of Christ, June 12th, 7:00 P.M.; Church of Christ in Chester, WV on June 5th at 7:00 P.M.
> Homecoming/Revival Meeting: Southeast Church of Christ, June 7-10, with Jack Evans, Jr., as the guest speaker.
> 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
“Terrific Tuesday” – June 9th, hosted by the Camaratas from 9:00 – 11:30 A.M. Please bring a sack lunch.
Immediately following will be our first Scrap Booking workday from 11:30 till 1:45 P.M.
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
LADS TO LEADERS & LEADERETTES: Registration for 2010 is due to Stephen Lindenberger by June 7th!!
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. If funds are an issue, help is available.
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, have been asked to donate the following items and give them to Earl:
> 12 boxes of brownie mix
> 10 large bags of potato chips
> 10 pounds of powdered sugar.
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TODAY’S SERMONS
A.M. - “Traveling Far? Travel Light”
(Hebrews 12:1-2)
P.M. - “Simplicity . . . In Christ”
(II Corinthians 11:1-3)
(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 31, 2009
9:00 A.M. 6:00 P.M.
Opening Prayer Richard Dimit
Song Leader S. Lindenberger Art Hopkins
Prayer Eugene Fox Mike Moss
Read Richard Smith Josh Moss
Reading Hebrews 12:1-2 II Cor. 11:1-3
Closing Steve Franks Josh Heid
Communion: B. McFadden Offering: Ron Franks
Serving Communion:
1. Josh Heid 5. Jim Ladson
2. Jon Heid 6. Brian Heid
3. Jason Heid 7. Bill Hootman
4. John Oberlin 8. Bill Dimit
For The Record (5/24/09)
A.M. Worship – 219 Wed. Bible Study – 80
Bible Study – 124
P.M. Worship - 93 Contrib. – $3912.48
*** 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
June 7, 2009
9:00 A.M. 6:00 P.M.
Opening Prayer Frank Kruger, Jr.
Song Leader S. Lindenberger Mark Daverio
Prayer Chuck Camarata Leonard Miller
Read Steve Franks Ron Franks
Reading Nehemiah 4:1-9 Gal. 6:7-9
Closing Brian Heid Harry Kindall
Communion: Richard Smith Offering : Jim Jacobs
Serving Communion:
1. Alex McMichael 5. Tom Walton
2. Frank Kruger, Jr. 6. Harry Rose
3. Mike Moss 7. Bryan Reed
4. Eugene Fox 8. Josh Reed
GREETERS
May 31st:
A.M. – Mark & Carol Dimitro; Gertie Turner & B. Hootman
P.M. – Bob & Sue Hughes; Nancy Peshek & Rose Varn
June 7th:
A.M. – Chuck & Hope Camarata; Bob & Judy Franks
P.M. – Terry & Carol Pyles; Pilar Phillips & Carl Earley