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Northwest Church of Christ 3904 38th Street NW Canton, Ohio 44718 330-492-5523 Fax: 330-493-7119 |
| Northwest News On Line July 5, 2009 |
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LIFE LINES
Greetings to everyone, and welcome to the services of the Lord’s church here on 38th Street. To both our spiritual family members and guests we extend the hand of fellowship and greeting, and trust that at the Northwest Church of Christ you will find the truth of God’s word taught in a loving way.
As we move forward with the merging of the former Market Avenue and 38th Street churches, there are many details to be worked out, and much that requires attention. Each step we take toward full unity is important, and must be accompanied by an attitude of love and a spirit of peace and cooperation. This past week, some of our senior members joined with the former “Golden Agers” group from Market Avenue to enjoy a meal together and a ride on the canal boat that operates at Canal Fulton. This next Tuesday (July 7th), we will get together again to go to Hartville for lunch at the Frontier Restaurant. These times of fellowship are wonderful ways to get to know one another and to blend the former 38th Street “Young-In-Heart” with the Market Avenue group.
For the month of July, meetings will be at the Market Avenue building and excursions will start from that location as well. On two days we will stay at that building for Bible study and a prepared meal (July 14th and 28th). On the 21st a trip is scheduled to the Dutch Valley Restaurant, at Sugarcreek, Ohio. The time of this trip will be announced, but all other Tuesdays we will begin at 10:30 A.M. There are sign up sheets on the east-wing bulletin board for Senior activities.
Keith Kull will have the primary responsibility for the seniors’ ministry, now and when it moves to the 38th Street building. Others are active in planning trips, especially Wilda McCullough, and preparing meals.
As for a name for this new united group, that will be discussed at upcoming meetings. Suggestions from our senior members are most welcome. Let Keith, or me, know your thoughts on this.
Our older members lead in so many ways, and have devoted lifetimes to serving God as a part of the church. We value their knowledge and experience and want them to know they are a vital part of the Lord’s body. Through the study and fellowship of these meetings together, they fulfill the promise of Paul’s words in II Corinthians 4:16: “Therefore we do not lose heart. Even though our outward man is perishing, yet the inward man is being renewed day by day.”
We invite all of our senior members to take advantage of the opportunities these meetings provide for spiritual growth and for keeping “. . . the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. (Ephesians 4:3).
--LANCE
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“CHANGES”
Computers, cell phones, Wi-Fi, touch screens, GPS, Smart cars, the web and e-mail, oh my! There are so many new things in recent years and so many changes in the way we interact with one another and do our business.
Certainly times have changed, technology continues its forward momentum, time saving devices and tools abound and there are so many gadgets to see and use, it is certainly an interesting time to live. Advances in technology can make life easier, and certainly these new things can add productivity to our days. It is amazing to me that I can go “on-line” and find research information from some of the world’s finest libraries and be allowed access to works by some of the greatest scholars, all at my fingertips. It is amazing to me that I can call or be called from anywhere I happen to be, with a device that weighs only ounces, and see my appointments or listen to music with that same device. We truly live in an amazing time.
I am thankful for the changes that have come, for the gadgetry that has been developed in my lifetime, and I count these as blessings that allow me to stay in touch, be more productive and gain information. However, I am even more grateful for what has not changed!
I am more grateful for a loving God who knows me and my needs and who watches over me.
I am more thankful for a Savior that redeemed me from every lawless deed and whose blood continually cleanses me and makes me acceptable before God.
I am more thankful for the Spirit that guides and intercedes on my behalf.
I am more grateful for God’s word, inerrant, infallible and inspired, that guides me and tells me how to please the Creator of the universe.
And I am more thankful for the church that was purchased at Calvary, established on Pentecost and remains to this day.
None of these things can be improved upon. None of them will change, although the world around me certainly continues to do so.
–EARL
Family News & Notes
Church Family: Shirley McGill continues her recovery at home. She requests no visitors at this time. Ed Ramsier remains at home with problems related to his diabetes. Charles Robbins is also at home now, with hospice services. Joe Dotson and Jim Lemasters are both recovering at home. Hattie Ferrell is being treated for low blood pressure. Marlen Thompson had outpatient surgery on her leg last Tuesday. Anna Masalko is to have an MRI, to determine if neck surgery will be necessary.
Other Friends and Relatives: Carol Dummermuth, mother-in-law of Sharon Stalnaker’s daughter, is battling cancer. Georgia Gadd has asked us to pray for Russell Downey, who is in serious condition in the VA hospital in Pittsburgh. Scott Grewell and Shirley Trusky had surgical procedures this past week. Laura Aufrance, wife of Alan, from the Hartville congregation, has been diagnosed with cancer. The mother of Lisa Hunter, Diane Dinger, has been diagnosed with a rare neurological disorder. She is currently at the Aultman-Woodlawn facility. Please also remember Earl Ash’s niece and Winnie German’s granddaughter, Jennifer Davis, as she is in Africa on a medical mission trip.
Remember, too, our Shut-Ins, those in the Armed Forces, as well as the Leadership of the Lord’s church here at the Northwest church of Christ.
Promotional Sunday: Remember those in our children’s Bible classes will move to the next age/grade level today.
Teachers’ Meeting: On Sunday, July 12th, at 5:00 P.M. there will be a meeting for all current teachers and anyone willing to teach Bible classes in Room #7.
Informational Meetings: Sunday evening, July 12th, we will have a meeting after the evening service regarding our Benevolence area of ministry. The next meeting will be Sunday evening, July 26th, to cover our Support area. Be sure to give your written questions to one of the elders or preachers, and they will be addressed during these meetings.
Children’s Bible Hour: Resumes today for children ages 2 through the 2nd grade.
VBS: If you can help with Vacation Bible School at the Market Avenue campus, scheduled for August 9th and 10th, contact Kathy in the office.
Please Note: If you make purchases for the church that qualify for reimbursement, please put the original receipt/receipts in an envelope in Kathy’s mailbox. She will then see that you are reimbursed.
Also, in order for information to be published in the Northwest News, news items must be received in the office by Wednesday evening to ensure publication for the current edition.
Seniors: You will meet at the Market Avenue campus and leave at 10:45 A.M., on Tuesday, July 7th, for your trip to the Frontier Restaurant in Hartville.
Open House: There will be an open house here at the building on Saturday, July 18th, from 2-4 PM, in honor of Dale Hughes’ 90th birthday.
Reunion: Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 15th. There will be an S.C.C.A. Alumni Reunion at the North Canton Church of Christ beginning at 1:00 P.M. It will be catered by Stepping Stones. The cost is $12 per adult, $6 per child, ages 3-10. Checks are to be made out to North Canton Church of Christ, and must be received by July 11th. If you have questions, see Joan Cook.
Ladies: Mark your calendars for Friday and Saturday, August 29th and 30th for a Ladies Retreat. Details will be forthcoming.
Ladies’ Night Out: The ladies will meet at Fano’s for ice cream on Monday evening, July 13th, at 6:30 P.M.
Teachers Needed: There is a need for teachers on Sunday morning and Wednesday evening in the children’s area. This would be for July, August, and September. If you can help and would like to teach, please see John Oberlin.
The following is a partial listing of upcoming Friday Night Sings in our area, which begin at 7:00 P.M.:
July 10th - Hanoverton Church of Christ
July 17th - Kent Church of Christ
July 31st - Orrville Church of Christ
*** Note: The Friday Night Sing here at the Northwest congregation will be September 11th. Mark your calendars!
North Central Ohio Bible Lectureship: Lorain, Ohio, Church of Christ, August 23-26.
Gospel Meeting: July 12-15, at the Medina Church of Christ. Details are posted.
Family Fun Day: There will be a Cookout/Nature Adventure Family Fun Day at the home of Eric and Talina Waidman on Saturday, August 15th from 10:00 A.M. until dark. There is an informational flyer posted on the east-wing bulletin board.
Youth News
June: Terrific Tuesdays / July 7, 14, 21
July: Cookout/Lindenberger
July: Terrific Tuesdays
August: Terrific Tuesdays
September: Hayride-Cookout/ Moser
Oct. 24th: Weiner Roast/Smith
Nov. 20th: Encounter/OVU
November: “Bigger & Better”/Kruger
December: Camarata
Allen School Supply List
NEED:
Pencils ……………………………. 2796
8-count Jumbo Crayons…………... 92
24-count Regular Crayons………... 656
Bottles of Glue……………………. 551
Gluesticks…………………………. 538
Sets of Markers…………………… 478
Sets of Colored Pencils…………… 433
2-Pocket Folders………………….. 1304
Blue or Black Pens……………….. 261
Red Pens………………………….. 266
70-Sheet Spiral Notebook………… 719
Packs of Notebook Filler Paper…… 129
TODAY’S SERMONS
A.M. - “The Prodigal – Part II: Coming Home”
(Luke 15:14-20)
P.M. - “What Do I Still Lack?”
(Matthew 19:16-22)
(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
July 5, 2009
9:00 A.M. 6:00 P.M.
Opening Prayer Richard Dimit
Song Leader Stephen Lindenberger S. Lindenberger
Prayer Harry Rose E. McCullough
Read Leonard Miller Zachary Cook
Reading Luke 15:14-20 Matt. 19:16-22
Closing Bill Dimit Terry Pyles
Communion: Jim Ladson Offering: Brian Heid
Serving Communion:
1. Josh Reed 5. Ethan Shrake
2. Bryan Reed 6. Frank Kruger, Jr.
3. Charles Evans 7. Frank Kruger, III
4. Mike Moss 8. Wes Wyatt
P.M. Communion & Contribution Assistants
Communion: Mark Daverio Offering: Eugene Fox
1. Patrick Shepler 4. Ethan Ash
2. Ron Franks 5. James Blackwell
3. E.C. Bradley 6. Jerry Cain
For The Record (6/28/09)
A.M. Worship – 202 Wed. Bible Study – 87
P.M. Worship – 194 Bible Study – 127
Contribution – $4493.31
*** If you are unable to serve in your scheduled
capacity, please let Art Hopkins know.***
Privileged To Serve
July 12, 2009
9:00 A.M. 6:00 P.M.
Opening Prayer Richard Dimit F. Kruger Jr.
Song Leader Ethan Ash Don Hopkins
Prayer Tom Walton Eugene Fox
Read Ron Franks Leo Howard
Reading Luke 15:20-21 Rom. 13:7-11
Closing Steve Franks Jerry Cain
Communion: John Oberlin Offering : Eugene Fox
Serving Communion:
1. Al Rohr 5. Richard Dimit
2. Clyde Burfield, Jr. 6. Bill Dimit
3. Jerry Cain 7. Steve Moser
4. Mark Daverio 8. Matt Moser
P.M. Communion & Contribution Assistants
Communion: John Oberlin Offering: John R. Oberlin
1. Don Dotson 4. Mike Moss
2. Tom Walton 5. Keith Kull
3. Ethan Ash 6. Patrick Shepler