Daily Email: Monday, Nov 14, 2016

DEVOTION:  Psalm 46 (ESV)


"God Is Our Fortress" To the choirmaster. Of the Sons of Korah. According to Alamoth.[a] A Song.

46 God is our refuge and strength,
    a very present[b] help in trouble.
Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way,
    though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea,
though its waters roar and foam,
    though the mountains tremble at its swelling. Selah

There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God,
    the holy habitation of the Most High.
God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved;
    God will help her when morning dawns.
The nations rage, the kingdoms totter;
    he utters his voice, the earth melts.
The Lord of hosts is with us;
    the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah

Come, behold the works of the Lord,
    how he has brought desolations on the earth.
He makes wars cease to the end of the earth;
    he breaks the bow and shatters the spear;
    he burns the chariots with fire.
10 "Be still, and know that I am God.
    I will be exalted among the nations,
    I will be exalted in the earth!"
11 The Lord of hosts is with us;
    the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah


Where is your refuge?  Is it your easy chair, your bed under the covers, a deer stand, your work desk, your shop, the woods, the golf course? 


A refuge for one might be a hell hole for another when it comes to our earthly refuges.  I can't say that in bed, under the covers is a place where I like to stay for a long time.  I'd be lost in a workshop with all sorts of tools that are foreign to me.  Give me some baling twine and duct tape instead. 


There is one place where I, and every Christian can find true, real, and lasting refuge and that's with Christ.  The Lord is your only real refuge and strength.  Satan can get to you anywhere else, he can't get to you when you are with Christ. 


You may be tormented by feelings of guilt over a relationship that you messed up, or something you did or didn't do.  You won't find refuge from that until you run to Christ, your mighty fortress. 


I urge you to believe and find comfort in your might fortress, your refuge, Jesus today!  Stop looking for refuge in your fun activities, your newest toy, your next earthly relationship, or your nest paycheck  Those things will either fade away or crumble. 


Find your refuge in God's Word.  Find your true refuge in the communion of saints namely the Christian church.  Find your refuge in the Lord's body and blood that you eat and drink at the altar.  Find your refuge in daily conversation and in time spent with the Lord in prayer.  Find your refuge in JESUS CHRIST. 


Prayer: Lord, thank you for being our refuge and strength and a very present help in every trouble.  Help us to live in that peace for life everlasting.  Amen.



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ALENDAR

Mon- Confirmation 5:15-6:30; family Night Pizza Supper 6:30; Holy Yoga 7

Tues-  Quitling 9-2

Wed- Ladies Aid noon; Choir 7
Thurs- Karate 5:30-7:30
Sat- Men's breakfast 8am; THANSGIVING SHARING MEAL IS CANCELED; 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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TODAY'S  QUIZ: 

What does the name "Jesus" mean?
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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.