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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 August 9, 2009 |
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LIFE LINES
STARK COUNTY FAIR
The Northwest Church of Christ has leased a booth at the fair for 2009. The dates for the Fair are September 1-7 2009. We are looking for volunteers to man the booth Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 10:00 a.m. until 10:30 p.m. and on Monday from 10:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m.
You DO NOT have to work all day; you can sign up for some portion of the day/days but please no less than 3 or 4 hours at a time. Work Passes will be provided.
The purpose of the booth is to meet people and share information about the Northwest Church of Christ, and invite people study God’s word with us, NOT to conduct studies on the Fairgrounds.
We will have a nice display of free materials and some special items to share with folks who exhibit interest in the church. There will also be a sign up sheet for home Bible studies and correspondence courses.
This is a great time to promote the Lord’s church here in Canton and for us to make contacts for studies.
We MUST have our booth manned by a minimum of 2 people during these hours. You may work in a team or as a family. Appropriate dress will be required (no shorts). Also, we must have at least 1 person 18 years old or above in the booth at all times. Due to restrictions by the Fair board, the leadership of NWCOC retains the right to decide who will work the Booth.
This is OUR Fair booth.
We want everyone who desires, to spend time greeting and inviting others to worship and Bible study. It is our hope that many will work in the booth and that we can make many new contacts for the kingdom in this way.
If you have any questions please see Brian Heid, Patrick Shepler, John J. Oberlin, Harry Rose, Jim Ladson, Bill Craddock or Earl Ash.
There is a signup sheet posted on the East wing bulletin board for those who are willing to work.
FAMILY NEWS AND NOTES:
Church Family: Francis Kahrig had bypass surgery at Aultman hospital on Tuesday, August 4th. Jamie Bruce was at Aultman Hospital but is now home. Beth Book Gibson of the Marion congregation was to have surgery on August 5th to correct a problem with her eye. She will also receive treatment for some tumors that were discovered. Ed Ramsier is home suffering with complications due to diabetes.
Friends and Family: Others to remember in prayer include: Harry Fox (Eugene’s and Rose’s father) who has been in the rehabilitation unit at Mercy Medical Center, is now recovering at home, John Day (Ellen’s son and Bonnie’s husband) who continues to battle health problems, Bill Hootman’s father who is suffering with pneumonia, Carole Jeffers (friend of Pilar Phillips), Rowena Mauer (friend of Sharon Saunier), Wilma Lindamood, and Judy Rohrer.
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.
Responses: On Sunday morning, August 2nd, Lorenzo Snell came asking for prayers due to a family situation and for his own spiritual growth. Melissa Cartledge also requests prayers for her and her family during a very stressful time. Brenda Koch seeks prayers and encouragement at this time as well.
Deaths: We extend our sympathy to Edra Litman at the passing of her brother Chester Devore.
Help Needed: Our Sunday evening assembly for children ages 2 through the 2nd grade has grown in numbers, and Ruth Smith, who oversees this ministry is seeking some additional help. The children meet in the west wing of the Northwest building during the sermon portion of the evening worship. If you could help, please let Ruth know.
Note: Earl Ash’s Sunday morning Bible class will move back to the center section of the multi-purpose room starting on today, August 9th.
Note: A Picture Directory of the former Market Ave. Congregation is posted on the east-wing bulletin board FYI.
Note: Please check the kitchen for items left behind during activities this past week.
Tape Ministry: We are making tapes of Sunday’s sermon available to anyone who would care to have them. You will find order sheets in the foyer, and the completed tapes will also be there. The cost of a tape is $1.00. This will include both Sunday morning and evening lessons.
Informational Meetings: The next meeting will be Sunday evening, August 9th, to cover our Edification area. Be sure to give your written questions to one of the elders or preachers, and they will be addressed during these meetings.
VBS: If you can help with Vacation Bible School at the Market Avenue campus, scheduled for August 9th and 10th, contact Theada in the office. The complete schedule is posted on the east-wing bulletin board.
Senior Dinner: The Annual Senior Dinner is set for Friday, August 14th beginning at 6:00 PM at the Market Ave. Campus. Anyone wishing to attend should sign up on the sheet posted on the east wing bulletin board. Come for an evening of good food, fellowship, and entertainment. Sign up now. Schedules for Augusts’ meetings are available in the mailbox outside Keith Kull’s office. Pick up one there if you need it.
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. Any questions see Joan Cook.
Ladies Night Out: The ladies are to meet at the Canton Towers (downtown Canton) on Monday, August 10th at 6:30 PM. They will be making visits to our members who reside there. For this particular meeting, there will be NO SNACKS, because of regulations at the Towers facility.
Ladies Retreat: Mark your calendars for Friday and Saturday, August 28th and 29th for a Ladies Retreat. ALL ladies are invited. Come to all or just some of the activities. There is a sign-up and information sheet on the bulletin board. Cost is $10.00 plus the cost of meals. See Ellie Burfield or Brenda Koch for more details.
Ladies Day: The 4th Annual Waterford Church of Christ Ladies Day is scheduled for Saturday, September 19th. The information flyer is posted on the bulletin board.
The following is a partial listing of upcoming Friday Night Sings in our area, which begin at 7:00 P.M.:
Aug. 14th - Dover Church of Christ
Aug. 28th - Louisville Church of Christ
Sept. 4th - Wadsworth 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.
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
August 14: Lock-In/38th Street
September: Cookout/ Moser
Oct. 24th: Weiner Roast/Smith
Nov. 20th: Encounter/OVU
November: “Bigger & Better”/Kruger
December: Camarata
Lock-In: A Lock-In will be held at the Northwest building for Grades 3-12 only, please. Students should arrive between 8-9 PM on Friday, August 14th and be picked up by 7:00 AM on Saturday, August 15th. We must have permission slips and medical forms for all students that attend. A sign- up sheet is posted on the Teen Board. Adult volunteers are needed; you can sign up on the Teen Board as well.
Allen School Supply List
NEED:
Pencils…………………………….2356
8-count Jumbo Crayons…………...92
24-count Regular Crayons………...644
Bottles of Glue…………………….548
Glue Sticks………………………...538
Sets of Markers……………………277
Sets of Colored Pencils……………361
2-Pocket Folders…………………..1112
Blue or Black Pens………………...191
Red Pens………………………….. 256
70-Sheet Spiral Notebook…………719
Packs of Notebook Filler Paper……129
Deadline for donations is:
Sunday, August 16th
Does Attending Make A Difference?
How many times have you attended a worship service? How many times have you attended when you felt more like staying home? Have you ever wondered if there might be a different way to approach worship than to file in to the church building three times a week, week after week?
A lot of congregations have experimented with alternative approaches to worship and Bible study. Some no longer meet on Sunday and Wednesday nights while others meet in homes of members on those evenings. It is interesting to note that most of these have gone back to the old routine or wish they could.
The simple truth is that the assemblies should be a vital part of our Christian development and the more we attend, the more we should develop.
It is only natural for us to be tired and draggy from time to time as we walk through the door of the church building. Our schedules at home and on the job are tough. But if we have the right frame of mind and the leaders have planned for the assemblies to provide a careful, continuing examination of Bible truths, it will make a difference and we’ll be the better for it, week after week after week.
Bible Digest
TODAY’S SERMONS:
A.M. - (Lance) “The Rest Of The Story” (Luke 18:31-34)
P.M. - (Lance) “The Keys To Contentment” (Philippians 4: 6-7)
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.
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PRIVILEGED TO SERVE
** (If you are unable to serve in the scheduled capacity, let Art Hopkins know) **
August 9, 2009 A.M. P.M.
Opening Prayer Tom Walton Keith Kull
Song Leader Ethan Ash Don Hopkins
Prayer Chuck Camarata Chuck Camarata
Read Steve Franks Bill Hopkins
Reading Luke 18: 31-34 Philippians 4: 6-7
Closing Prayer Harry Kindall Bill Dimit
Communion Mike Moss Bernie McFadden
Offering Bob Franks Bob Franks
Serving Communion:
1. Bill Gadow 5. Frank Kruger III 1. Ed McCullough 4. John R. Oberlin
2. Jim Ladson 6. Steve Moser 2. Dick Dimit 5. Frank Kruger
3. Terry Pyles 7. Matt Moser 3. John Oberlin 6. E.C. Bradley
4. Jim Jacobs 8. Don Ring
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August 16, 2009 A.M. P.M.
Opening Prayer Dick Dimit Dick Dimit
Song Leader Steve Lindenberger Art Hopkins
Prayer John R. Oberlin Eugene Fox
Read Josh Heid Ethan Ash
Reading Acts 17: 22-26 TBA
Closing Prayer Don Ring John Simone
Communion Bernie McFadden Denver Moore
Offering Harry Rose Cliff Schofield
Serving Communion:
1. Jason Heid 5. Leonard Miller 1. Brandon Hutching 4. Don Hopkins
2. Jon Heid 6. Larry Moffett 2. James Blackwell 5. Josh Heid
3. Bill Hootman 7. Michael Moffett 3. Ethan Shrake 6. Alex McMichael
4. Brian Heid 8. Ryan Branch
For The Record (8/2/09) A.M. Worship – 194
A.M. Bible Study – 112
P.M. Worship – 229
Wed. Bible Study –
Contribution – $5384.76