Daily Email: Wednesday, Nov 16, 2016

DEVOTION: Colossians 1:13-20 (ESV)

¹³ He has delivered us from the domain of darkness and transferred us to the kingdom of his beloved Son, ¹⁴ in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.

¹⁵ He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. ¹⁶ For by^[a] him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. ¹⁷ And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together. ¹⁸ And he is the head of the body, the church. He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in everything he might be preeminent. ¹⁹ For in him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, ²⁰ and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, making peace by the blood of his cross.

Count how many times Paul uses the words "He is" "by Him", "through Him" or "in Him'.  I counted eight. 

In a world that's all about me, I, and the individual, isn't it good to hear Paul focus on someone other than himself?  If you were to read through all thirteen of Paul's Epistles, you would see that he never talks about his own rights, or his own goodness.  He never brags about himself or complains about how things are going wrong.  In fact, he tells us over and over again to rejoice and have joy in our suffering. 

Throughout all thirteen of Paul's Epistles the focus is on CHRIST.  It needs to be that way for us also!  When we get focused on ourselves we either get disappointed, distressed, and full of guilt, or we get full of ourselves, self righteous, and self centered. 

This passage is a clear reminder that Christ is all in all, that He is the one from all blessings flow, that He is the one who was perfect for us, that He is the one who loved us so much that he literally suffered death and hell for us.  Spend your energy and your time thinking about that today and you will have a sense of relief and a peace that passes all understanding.  Let the Holy Spirit work through you and in you to bring about what He wants in you.

Prayer: Lord, straighten me out and get my priorities in the right order.  Amen.

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 CALENDAR

Wed- Pillowcase dress sewing 10; Ladies Aid noon; Choir 7
Thurs- Karate 5:30-7:30
Sat- Men's breakfast 8am; Worship 5pm
Sun- Worship 8:30; Voters meeting 9:45; Chapel 11
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WORSHIP WORKERS FOR THIS COMING WEEKEND:  
Acolyte- 8:30- Loren Howard  11- Luke Rausch

Ushers- Scott Heitgerd, Alex Heitgerd, Tom Linke, Bob Linke

Altar-  Set up- Don Hance; Clean Up: Sandy Robine

Elders-  Sat-  Roy Bohning; 8:30- Don Turnure ; 11- Steve Robine
 
Greeters-   8:30- Terry and Lynn Russell;  11- Dan and Lisa Rausch

Lay Readers- Sat- Roy Bohning 8:30- Jacob Nagel; 11- Steve Robine

Piano- Kathy Barrow

Organist- Rachel Fisher

Projectionists: Sat- Perricones; Sun- Yoder
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YESTERDAY'S  QUIZ: 

What does the name "Jesus" mean?

(Well, at least  one person reads this.  Thanks Pat King!  It would really lift my spirits and make me feel better if I knew that there was more than just Pat King reading it though.) 

Well, I read it. Just figured it was so easy I'd let someone else answer for a change. Anyway, like the name "Joshua" in the Old Testament, it means Savior. BTW, the Aramaic name Yeshua (ישוע) means "salvation." And Yehoshua – which when translated into English via the Greek Iesous – means "Yahweh is salvation."

And there you have it.

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TODAY'S QUIZ:  Where did Paul grow up?

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NEWS!!!! 

THANKSGIVING MEAL HAS BEEN CANCELLED

Due to low sign up there will not be a meal at church this Saturday.  All donations will be brought to Agape and distributed to those in need.

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MEN'S BREAKFAST IS THIS SATURDAY AT 8AM!!

Come enjoy some good hot breakfast and Bible study. 

Menu and Bible study topic will be a surprise! 

Please RSVP asap to let me know you are coming so I can buy and prepare the right amount of food. 

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VOTER'S MEETING THIS SUNDAY AT 9:45!!

If you are a confirmed member 18 years old or older you are a voting member and should attend. 

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LADIES CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON WILL BE TUESDAY, DEC. 5 AT NOON AT DENNYS

Sign up sheet is on the counter in the narthex, or you can call the church office at 456-2888

Bring a "White Elephant" gift.

All women of the congregation are invited.

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SHOE COLLECTION

Our high school is collecting new or slightly used shoes to raise money for those in need in Warren County through the "Care to Learn" Program.  Bring your slightly used and new shoes to church! 

 

DON'T BRING WORN OUT OR OLD SHOES!!

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OUR BELL CHOIR IS BEING RESURRECTED FOR ADVENT AND CHRISTMAS!!

They need ringers!!!!  If you're interested please contact Alan Hofeldt at 456-3070

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RELIGIOUS CHRISTMAS CARDS ARE FOR SALE FROM THE LADIES AID ON THE COUNTER IN THE BASEMENT FELLOWSHIP HALL

Prices are marked on the bottom of the box.  You may purchase them from any Ladies Aid member or from the office.

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OPERATION BACKPACK ITEMS COLLECTED FOR THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER ARE INDIVIDUALLY WRAPPED SNACKS AND INSTANT OATMEAL

Any size can, and any kind of vegetable is appreciated.    Place them in the receptacle marked "Backpack Blessings" in the narthex.

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SCRIP ORDERS ARE ALWAYS PLACED ON THE FIRST MONDAY OF EACH MONTH!!

You can place your orders anytime before that!  Order forms are on the counter in the narthex or you can get them in Marilyn's office.  If you want another retailer on the list let Marilyn know!

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AGAPE DONATIONS ALWAYS ACCEPTED!!

Any nonperishable food items, diapers, toiletries, etc.!!

 

Perishable food items can be taken directly to Agape at 713 Powell St. in Warrenton.  Call 456-4645 to find out when they're open or for more info.

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YOUR KROGER CARD CAN EARN MONEY FOR LITTLE LAMBS

Go to www.kroger.com/communityawards and register your card today!!

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GENERAL PRAYER

For LEW FELDKAMP as he recovers from heart valve replacement surgery. He is at home.

For WILMA WEIGLE who has been placed on hospice care.

For ARCIE POINTER, Cheri' Hofeldt's mom, who has been placed on hospice care.

For PAT GERDING, Vickie McRae's brother in law, who is paralyzed, but is recovering at a nursing home.

 

For NORM BELINSKY, a friend of Jim and Vickie McRae, who is on hospice care and is nearing the end of his life.

 

For LOIS BOEGER'S MOM, who has been placed on hospice care due to cancer.  She is at home.

 

For DENNIS PERREY, as he is doing much better, is able to drive, but is not allowed to go hunting yet.    He is still in a bit of pain from time to time.