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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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!

Weekly Bulletin – June 27, 2010

Posted on June 24, 2010 
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The Lord’s Day
June 27, 2010
Welcome!
God offers each of us acceptance and love. Let us pass that love to others with a hardy Welcome!

Prepare Your Hearts
Our help “comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth” (Psalm 121:2).  Come, dear Lord; touch us with your Holy Spirit.

Announcements, Given by Ralph Jackson

Sing Praise

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

CHURCH BUSINESS MEETING, NEXT!

TODAY – Business Meeting following the service. Children up to sixth grade will meet in the chapel with Mrs. Fabian. Ladies Book Club will be hosting a luncheon in the chapel at 12:30 for Grace. Ladies, you are welcome to join us.

THIS WEEK
Wed  – Bible Study/Prayer Meeting, 7:00 PM / Chapel

UPCOMING EVENTS

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.
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Weekly Bulletin – June 20, 2010

Posted on June 17, 2010 
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Father’s Day
June 20, 2010
Welcome!
Sunday’s are special because we show our love for our heavenly Father together.  On this Father’s Day, we worship God and honor our earthly fathers as he commanded.

Prepare Your Hearts
Remember the affirmation of the psalmist: “As a deer longs for flowing streams, so my soul longs for you, O God” (Psalm 42:1)

Announcements
Given by Ralph Jackson

Sing Praise

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
(No Jr. church, summer break)

A Word from God
Special Speaker: Will Reichel

A Song in Our Hearts

PLEASE STAY FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL, NEXT!

THIS WEEK

UPCOMING EVENTS

Ladies Book Club Note: The Ladies Book Club will be serving lunch in the chapel for Grace following our services.  You’re welcome to join us if you’d like, but please let Terry know.

VOLUNTEER PLEASE
Sunday school teacher needed for First Grade Class.

Thanks for attending First Christian today. Please come again!

BE THE FLAME Acts 9:26-31

Posted on June 12, 2010 
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Once upon a time Paul was not “in”. I know it’s hard to believe. One tends to just assume that Paul was born with an apostolic spoon in his mouth. He spoke and people listened. But such is not the case, which brings us to our text. Paul was up against the deadly triad of fear, faith and forgiveness. Fear you can grasp but how are faith and forgiveness triad “like”? Well, the people were afraid of Paul and did not believe (faith) that he had become a follower of Christ. Not to mention the fact that they could not forget/forgive what he had previously done. Such is one of the realities of church life. It is one thing to be haunted by our past and be burdened by our baggage but this is a text which puts the church in the position of antagonist. She won’t let go of Paul’s past nor is she willing to carry any of his baggage. Ironically, Paul would later write in Galatians that we are to “bear one another’s burdens and so fulfill the law of Christ.”

What we all need to participate in is the “Barnabas factor.” Were it not for Barnabas Paul would have been left out in the cold. He plays two major roles in Paul’s life. First, as advocate and then as mentor. As an advocate Barnabas did what so many of us won’t take the time to do. That is listen. Which is central to being an advocate. He took it even further when he chose to believe Paul’s story and actively speak on his behalf. Barnabas spoke for Paul and it was by his word that Paul gained entrance to the church at Jerusalem. Barnabas is in every way Jesus-like for this is exactly what Christ has done for us before the Father. “We have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the Righteous” (1 John 2:1). Jesus brings us through the front door of his death and resurrection to a heavenly audience with God the Father. No back room deals here. But the public demonstration of the matchless love of God. “For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whoever believes on his will not perish but have everlasting life” (John 3:16).

As mentor he becomes a guide to Paul. In their early travels it is “Barnabas and Paul”  but by the end of their journeys it is, “Paul and Barnabas.” We need to be the flame that ignites a soul for Jesus. Making investments in people’s lives with the hope of nurturing faith in Christ. The Church does not need more “stuff”. We already have everything we need, “His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him who called us to his own glory and excellence” (2 Peter 1:3). What we need is to give of ourselves. We are the light of the world and that light can not be extinguished, for it is Christ. Ask God to place upon your heart one person for whom you must advocate and mentor. Then be the flame that ignites a soul for Jesus.            WHB

Weekly Bulletin – June 13, 2010

Posted on June 10, 2010 
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The Lord’s Day
June 13, 2010
Welcome!
With warm acceptance we greet you in the name of Christ. Let us strive to show love to our Creator and to one another as we gather as God’s family.

Prepare Your Hearts
With the Apostle Paul, let us affirm: “[T]he life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God who loved me and gave Himself for me.”  Gal. 2:20

Announcements

Sing Praise

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
(No Jr. church, summer break)

A Word from God

A Song in Our Hearts

PLEASE STAY FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL, NEXT!

THIS WEEK

UPCOMING EVENTS

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OUR CONGRATULATIONS GO OUT TO:
Andrew & Tiffany Pavlik
3 Tremont Ave  First Floor
Binghamton  NY  13903
Please add this new address to your church directory.
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Let’s hear it for this year’s High School Graduate:
Amanda Clark
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VOLUNTEER PLEASE
Sunday school teacher needed for First Grade Class.

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Stewardship Update:     May Offerings    ………    $10,494.86
Disbursements    …………    $11,078.96
Balance Forward  …………    $10,059.71

Thanks for attending First Christian today. Please come again!

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