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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 September 6, 2009 |
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KEITH’S KULL
It’s Wednesday, September 2. The weather is great and promises to be for the rest of the week. The Stark County Fair is off to a great start and from what I have heard from those who have worked our booth at the fair things are going very well there as well. I am looking forward to working the booth this afternoon. Which brings me to what I want to share with you today?The success of our merger depends upon our ability to bring people together in service to the Lord. I am noticing several areas where the attitude and cooperation necessary are being displayed and I want to take this space to thank those involved.First, I have seen it in those who joined together on the “BEARS OF LOVE” Ministry. Ladies and men from both congregations got together once it was determined to use the “Bears” at the fair and cut, stuffed and sewed 1665 Bears, in less than one month. Nelda Anderson, our resident “Bear” expert directed this effort. Nelda and I both want to thank the 30 members of both congregations who came together as one to get this job done. Space prevents me from mentioning the names of all those involved, but I want you to know that we are truly grateful for you and your hard work. By the way, during this same period of time over 200 additional “Bears” were used by Aultman Hospital in their “Teddy Bear Clinics”. Again, I’ve heard that the “Bears” are a big hit at the fair.Second, I want to also commend those who have been attending our “Senior Saints” ministry. Recently we held our annual banquet with 71 in attendance. The weekly meetings have been well attended as well. At this time we have decided to continue to meet weekly on Tuesday at 10:30 AM. (There are times that we meet earlier in order to travel to a point of interest or restaurant.) Generally we will have Bible Study and prepared meals on two Tuesdays a month and travel to a restaurant or activity on the other two Tuesdays. At this point the meetings are taking place at the Market Avenue campus, but all meetings will be moved to the 38th Street campus in October. On September 22 we are planning an outing at Atwood Lake. We will leave the Market Avenue campus at 10:00 AM and have lunch at the Lighthouse Restaurant on the lake at 11:00. After our meal we will enjoy a leisurely boat ride on the lake. Cost of the boat ride is $2.00 per person. I want to thank Randy Dingler and Wilda McCullough for making the arrangements for this outing. A schedule of the Senior Saints activities is available outside my office door at 38th Street. Finally, I want to mention our Angel Food Ministry. Brochures explaining Angel Food are available in the foyers of both buildings. Distribution in September will take place on Saturday, September 19 at 10:00-11:30 AM at the 38th Street Campus. We need people to help with this ministry. Those who would like to help should to be at the building at 9:00 AM and be there until noon. Please see Donna Gessel or myself if interested. If you are interested in ordering food please note the dates and times we will be taking orders in the brochure or see Marilyn Hopkins after services to place an order.
Have a great week!
FAMILY NEWS AND NOTES:
Church Family: Norma Huth was moved to Aultman Woodlawn on Wednesday, September 2nd following heart valve replacement surgery on Wednesday, August 26th at Aultman Hospital. Eric McCleary is now back at the Canton Health Care Center. Hattie Ferrell was admitted at Mercy Hospital on Wednesday, Sept. 2nd. She had a pacemaker put in. Millie Mason had surgery at Aultman on Wednesday, September 2nd.
Remember in your prayers also: Ellen Day, Bill Horton, Betty Grewell, Ed Ramsier, Carol Loxterman, and Kay Sams, all of whom are experiencing health issues at this time.
Friends and Family: Others to remember in prayer include: Kay Collins (sister of Ray Hunt), fell and broke 2 bones in her leg. She is recovering in the home of Ray and Nita in Tennessee. Sarah Tamper (mother of Shirley Cain) had a heart attack last week and is in a hospital in Texas. Beth Gibson is at Riverside Hospital in Columbus. George Quillen (father of Georgia Gadd) had by-pass surgery at Mercy. Naomi Deems (sister of Cliff Schofield) had by-pass surgery on August 20th. Jack Duty (leukemia), Junior Moser (father of Heather Lindenberger & Steve Moser) has been moved out of ICU following heart surgery on August 28th at Cleveland Clinic, and is doing well. John Day (Ellen’s son and Bonnie’s husband) who continues to battle health problems, Carole Jeffers (friend of Pilar Phillips) has had another stroke and is a patient at Affinity, Wilma Lindamood, and Judy Rohrer. Carol Dummermuth (mother-in-law of Sharon Stalnaker’s daughters) continues her battle with cancer.
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: A number of individuals came at the offering of the invitation this past Sunday. Brenda Garvin asked for prayers, as her mother had passed away during the previous week. We do extend our sympathy to Brenda and her family at this time of their loss. Also responding at the morning worship service was Lowrenzo Snell, who requested prayer for himself and his family. He indicated that he must be traveling for purposes of his work. Pray for safe journeys for Lowrenzo and safety for his family while he must be away. Patrick Shepler came, again asking prayer for his family as they await the arrival of a new grandchild, and as their son goes to Afghanistan to join the military forces stationed in that country. Pray for Patrick, Theada and that family.
Baptisms: Chris and Tiffany Slabaugh, (daughter and son-in-law) of Dianne Gibbons, were baptized on Monday, August 31st at the Market Ave. Campus.
Restored: Kathy Harris (formerly Dillon) came last Sunday morning confessing her lack of faithfulness and her desire to be restored to a right relationship with God and her brethren. We welcome Kathy to the fellowship of the Northwest family. Kathy is the sister of Cindy Logan and the daughter of the late Wavalea Dillon. Welcome home, Kathy.
Deaths: We extend our sincerest sympathy to:
Brenda Garvin at the passing of her mother the week before last. Her mother had been ill for some time.
Wilma Haldeman at the passing of her aunt, Sylvia Weckbacher.
Donna Beard at the passing of her mother-in-law, Kay Beard on Tuesday, Sept. 1st in Weirton, WVA.
Thank You: Thanks to everyone for the cards, prayers, and visits during my recent heart surgery and recuperation. I appreciate all of you.
Francis Kahrig
Dear Northwest Family, Thank you so much for making our VBS successful. It was one of our best because of you! Thank you for the physical and spiritual help.
Janet Kull
New Baby: Patrick & Theada Shepler are the proud new grandparents of a baby boy (Owen Newton Hayes) born Wednesday, September 2nd (in Virginia) to their son and daughter-in-law, Teddy & Victoria Hayes. The baby weighed 7lbs and was 20 inches long.
Monroe County Reunion: Sunday, September 13th!! See bulletin board for complete details.
Ladies’ Night Out: On Monday evening, September 14th, at 6:30 P.M. the ladies will have their monthly get-together. This will be a “Pot-Luck/Covered Dish” evening; you are asked to sign up if you are attending, and also what food(s) you will be providing. The sign-up sheet is posted on the east-wing bulletin board. All ladies are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Meet The Baby: An Open House/Baby Shower will be held for Wilson Jayce Lones on Sunday, September 20th from 1-5 P.M. A card is posted on the east wing bulletin board. See Bev Lones for more information.
Work Day: There will be another “Work Day” here at the building on Saturday, September 26th, beginning at 8:00 AM. Please sign up if you are able to help that day; also, sign up if you can provide food for the workers. Those sign-up sheets will be posted on the east wing bulletin board. If you have any questions see Steve Moser.
Notice: A special meeting of the members of the Church of Christ at 3904 – 38th Street NW will be held at the church building, Today, immediately following morning services, for the purpose of ratifying the merger agreement with the Market Avenue Church of Christ, Incorporated. A meeting of the members of Market Ave. will take place after morning worship at the Market Ave building that same day.
Men’s Class: Emmanuel Bradley’s Wednesday evening Bible Study will start in I Timothy beginning next Wednesday, September 9th.
Note: If your birthday/anniversary is omitted or incorrect in the monthly insert, please let Kathy or Theada know. We are updating our files. Thanks.
Entertainment Books: Stepping Stones, for Ohio Valley University, are again selling the Entertainment Books. To purchase one, see Marilyn Hopkins, Leila Kindall or one of the Stepping Stones members.
There are newsletters on the table in the foyer for those interested in joining or those who would like to know what is happening with this group of hard working ladies.
Need: The Food Assistance Ministry is in need of plastic grocery bags once again. Thank You in advance for your help.
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: Singing practice will resume Today at 5:00 PM in room 12. Anyone interested in singing with the group is invited to attend. We will be meeting on the first Sunday of each month from 5-6 PM. See Nancy Brown if you have any questions.
NEOCYC News: Northeastern Ohio Christian Youth Camp will hold a Building Dedication and Fundraiser Dinner on Saturday, September 12th at 1:00 PM at the camp in Lisbon, Ohio. The camp will be dedicating its new office building. Tickets for the meal are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for children under the age of 10. Tickets may be purchased from Keith Kull or Steve Lindenberger. See the bulletin board for information. Also, please make note of the camp's "Wish List" on the bulletin board. If you can help with any of these items please see Keith or Steve.
Note: A Picture Directory of the former Market Ave. Congregation is posted on the east-wing bulletin board FYI.
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.
Seniors: Tuesday, September 8th: NO MEETING
The following is the remaining list of upcoming Friday Night Sings in our area, which begin at 7:00 P.M.:
Sept. 11th - Northwest Church of Christ
Sept. 18th - Carrollton Church of Christ
Sept. 25th - New Philly Church of Christ
Cook Out: There will be a Cookout for the Teens on Saturday, September 12th at 4:00 P.M. at the Moser’s. Be sure to mark your calendars.
Youth News
September 12th: Cookout/ Moser
Oct. 24th: Weiner Roast/Smith
Nov. 20th: Encounter/OVU
November 7th: “Bigger & Better”/Kruger
December: Camarata
TODAY’S SERMONS:
A.M. - (Lance) “Discovering God: The Essential Requirement”(Exodus 33: 12-14)
P.M. - (Lance) “Unseen Things” (II Corinthians 4: 16-18)
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) **
September 6, 2009 A.M. P.M.
Opening Prayer Tom Walton Ed McCullough
Song Leader Stephen Lindenberger Art Hopkins
Prayer Eugene Fox Ethan Ash
Read Terry Pyles Don Dotson
Reading Isaiah 55: 6-9 Ephesians 4: 1-6
Closing Prayer Frank Kruger III Bob Franks
Communion Jim Ladson Leo Howard
Offering Jim Jacobs Richard Smith
Serving Communion:
1. Al Rohr 5. Ron Franks 1. Roy Brown 4. Steve Moser
2. Charles Evans 6. Steve Franks 2. Ron Franks 5. Ken Gessel
3. Matt Moser 7. Clyde Nutter 3. Allen Crawford 6. Matt Moser
4. Steve Moser 8. David Whitter
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September 13, 2009 A.M. P.M.
Opening Prayer Dick Dimit Dick Dimit
Song Leader Ethan Ask Don Hopkins
Prayer Chuck Camarata Rannie Cox
Read Don Ring Josh Heid
Reading John 6: 35-40 II Timothy 3: 12-15
Closing Prayer Bill Dimit Terry Pyles
Communion Frank Kruger Jr. Brian Heid
Offering Steve Franks James Blackwell
Serving Communion:
1. Alex McMichael 5. Ethan Shrake 1. Don Ring 4. John Simone
2. Ryan Branch 6. Jim Spencer 2. Leonard Miller 5. Jim Ladson
3. Michael Moffett 7. James Spencer 3. Virgil Anderson 6. Leo Howard
4. Larry Moffett 8. Zachary Cook
For The Record (8/30/09)
A.M. Worship………...241 A.M. Bible Study.........151
P.M. Worship……........220
Wed. BS (08/26/09)….....89
Contribution……..3873.39
Worship Times
Sunday Worship……..9:00 A.M.
Sunday Bible Study...10:15 A.M.
Sunday Evening ……..6:00 P.M.
Wed. Evening...............7:00 P.M.
Contribution – $3575.34