Weekly Bulletin – August 1, 2010

Posted on July 29, 2010 
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The Lord’s Day
Aug 1, 2010
Welcome!
We are brothers and sisters in Christ, so welcome one another with sincerity, kindness and love.

Prepare Your Hearts
Holy Lord of all, fill us with your holiness during this time of worship.  In Christ’s name. Amen.

Announcements
Given by Ralph Jackson

Sing Praise

Offering  /  Special Music
“Give and it will be given to you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put into your bosom.  For with the same measure that you use, it will be measured back to you.”    Luke 6:38

A Word from God

A Song in Our Heart

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PLEASE STAY FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL, NEXT!

THIS MONTH
Missionary Christmas in July.  We will continue to take your donations for our Missionary’s Christmas Gifts throughout the month of Aug. We are just a little over half way to our goal. Your help is needed to reach that goal.  This year’s goal is $2090.00. Total so far is, $1151.00.  Thank you!

THIS WEEK

UPCOMING EVENTS

ACTIVE LOVE NOTE

OTHER NOTES

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Posted on July 28, 2010 
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THE BRAND Acts 11:19-30

Posted on July 24, 2010 
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“They were first called Christians at Antioch.” – St. Luke

The early followers of Jesus were “branded” Christians. What started out as a derogatory remark has become the nameplate of Christ’s church. “Brand” had gone through its own cycle of use and scrutiny, just like Christianity. In the Old West it was considered an honor to be referred to as someone who “rode for the brand.” Generally reserved for cowboys who were committed to the particular outfit they rode for. Branding has come a long way since then. Today it is generally used as a marketing term. Marketers attempt to identify a product with a symbol. The goal of branding is to connect people with a product and get you to commit to it. Needless to say in our cynical society branding is often looked upon with disdain.

The early followers of Christ were looked upon with disdain. Their cross-carrying Savior who took away sins was an object of ridicule. In this text we encounter followers of Christ who ride for the brand. They actively promote him. The text says, they were “preaching the Lord Jesus.” In today’s culture preaching is looked upon with cynicism (don’t preach at me) or it is considered in a corporate worship context (the sermon in a service). But in this text it is simply announcing the good news of Christ and his cross. They were selling the brand. Granted, many of us will be disturbed by the idea of selling/marketing Jesus. But the fact of the matter is that we have no problem marketing other things/people that we find valuable/helpful to us and to others. If you have a good Dr., you tell others about him. If you got a great deal at a store, you tell where others can get the same deal. If you found a mechanic you can trust. You are his best advertisement. We are always promoting the things that we see important. Are we promoting Christ? That’s what those who ride for the brand do.

The text goes on to express that those who ride for the brand are faithful to the brand, transformed by the brand and take care of their own (others who associate with the brand). Do you ride for the brand? Those who do have been transformed internally by the power of Christ’s cross through the activity of the Holy Spirit. The internal transformation (as expressed in Barnabas) is demonstrated through external expression (aka Saul the converted Pharisee who persecuted Christians). Christ works in us and then works his way out of us.

What is working in you? The  text begins with “those were scattered because of the persecution” (v. 19). “Persecution” means “crushed”. When crushed Christ spilled out of the early followers of Christ. When you are crushed, what/who comes out of you? What’s your brand?                                       -WHB

Weekly Bulletin – July 25, 2010

Posted on July 22, 2010 
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The Lord’s Day
July 25, 2010
Welcome!
We strive to make the Lord’s house a place of joy. With joy, we welcome you and pray that you’re filled with hope and happiness as you lift up your heart to God.

Prepare Your Hearts
Dear God, may the joy that comes from your presence be very real to each worshiper today. May your love touch us so powerfully that we will eagerly serve you always.

Announcements
Given by Ralph Jackson

Sing Praise

Offering  /  Special Music
“Give and it will be given to you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put into your bosom.  For with the same measure that you use, it will be measured back to you.”    Luke 6:38

A Word from God

A Song in Our Hearts

PLEASE STAY FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL, NEXT!

THIS  MONTH

THIS WEEK

UPCOMING EVENTS

NOTES
*Membership Class to begin. If you would like to join, please see Pastor Bill.
*Baptism- if you want to be baptized this summer, see Pastor or one of the Deacons.
*Church Pictures, Broome Cty. Historical Society has taken pictures of our church. To see, go to nyslandmarks.com/churches

VOLUNTEER PLEASE
Sunday school teacher needed for First Grade Class.

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Weekly Bulletin – July 18, 2010

Posted on July 15, 2010 
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The Lord’s Day
July 18, 2010
Welcome!
Sundays are special because we take time to worship in  the Lord’s house.  The presence of each of you is a blessing.  We welcome you heartily.

Prepare Your Hearts
We come to glorify you, Lord of all.  May we not miss any word you wish for us to hear and obey.

Announcements
Given by Ralph Jackson

Sing Praise

Offering  /  Special Music
“Give, and it will be given to you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put into your bosom.  For with the same measure that you use, it will be measured back to you.”    Luke 6:38

A Word from God

A Song in Our Hearts

There will be no Sunday school today, but please join us for a cook-out at the Fellowship Center at the close of the Worship service.

THIS WEEK

THIS MONTH

UPCOMING EVENTS

VOLUNTEER PLEASE
Sunday school teacher needed for First Grade Class.

Thanks for attending First Christian today. Please come again!

Weekly Bulletin – July 11, 2010

Posted on July 8, 2010 
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The Lord’s Day
July 11, 2010
Welcome!
The author of Psalm 84 wrote: “My heart and my flesh sing for joy to the living God” (verse 2, NRSV). We welcome each of you as we share the privilege of worshiping God together.

Prepare Your Hearts
The abundance of your steadfast love prompts us to worship you, dear Creator.  Keep our minds and hearts focused on you.

Announcements
Given by Ralph Jackson

Sing Praise

Offering  /  Special Music
“Give, and it will be given to you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put into your bosom.  For with the same measure that you use, it will be measured back to you.”    Luke 6:38

A Word from God
Today’s Speaker, Will Reichel

A Song in Our Hearts

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PLEASE STAY FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL, NEXT!

THIS WEEK

THIS MONTH
Missionary Christmas in July.  This year’s goal $2090.00. Last week we took in $600, so we’re off to a good start.  Don’t forget there are envelopes on the shelf under the bulletin board if you need one for your tax deductible contribution.

UPCOMING EVENTS

VOLUNTEER PLEASE
Sunday school teacher needed for First Grade Class.

Thanks for attending First Christian today. Please come again!

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Posted on July 7, 2010 
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Weekly Bulletin – July 4, 2010

Posted on July 1, 2010 
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GOD BLESS AMERICA!
The Lord’s Day
July 4, 2010
Welcome!

Prepare Your Hearts
Keep us mindful, O Lord that we are here because of your goodness. Let your light shine on us and through us.

Announcements
Given by Ralph Jackson

Sing Praise
Give me a spirit of praise dear Lord, that I may adore Your name,
Sing praises from a grateful heart to the One who is always the same.

Our Offering  /  Special Music
“So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver.”   2 Corinthians  9:7

A Word from God

A Song in Our Hearts
Our Christian experience must agree with the Bible. We will be taught by the Bible and fed by the Bible. But we do not believe in Christ because He is in the Bible: We believe in the Bible because Christ is in us.”   –Claxton Monro

PLEASE STAY FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL, NEXT!

THIS WEEK

THIS MONTH

UPCOMING EVENTS

“America stands on two great pillars – faith and morality.  Without these, our foundation crumbles.”  – -George Washington
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VOLUNTEER PLEASE
Sunday school teacher needed for First Grade Class.

NEW ADDRESS
Addie Scott has a new address and phone number.  You may send your cards to her at: 116 Loughlin Road  Binghamton  NY  13904.  Or give her a call at:  775-4524.  Please make a note in your directory.

The American’s Creed

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!