Barry Wilson

will bring a sacred concert in the worship service next Sunday, August 5, 10:40 a.m.

Barry has had a music ministry that dates back to high school in the early ‘70s and includes years of pastoral, evangelism and concert ministry. He has pastored churches in Indiana, Texas, and North Carolina, sang in the southern gospel quartet “A Few Good Men”, served as worship leader for Kankakee, Illinois, First Church of the Nazarene, and held revivals and concerts from coast to coast.

Barry’s vocal music style can be described as inspirational with a little southern gospel thrown in and an occasional pinch of contemporary. Barry’s concerts are always message-centered and intended to point the listener to God.

Barry currently serves full-time as a therapist at Riverside Medical Center in Kankakee, Illinois and as adjunct professor of Bible and Theology in Graduate and Adult Studies at Olivet Nazarene University, while traveling many week-ends performing throughout the Midwest.

Let’s invite family and friends for a service of inspiration and praise.

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News for 07/29/07

Softball tourney begins next Saturday. Our team is seeded #1 and will play game 5 at 12:30 p.m., game 8 at 3:30 p.m. and (hopefully) the final game 10 at 6:00 p.m. Players need to arrive ½ hour before each game. Softball practice is this Monday at 6:00 p.m.

Ashley McCormick is having a baby shower this Saturday, August 4^th, 1:00 p.m., at Hagerstown Park. You may bring wet wipes, lotions, receiving blankets, powder, diapers, etc.

Recycle your printer cartridges by bringing them to the church and placing them in the white box in the foyer. These are sent to a company for recycling in return for a check.

Exercise aerobics will meet this Monday and Wednesday at 6:00p.m.

Thanks to Pastor Ames and Pastor Hunt for their faithful service while Pastor Fannin and his family have been on vacation. Also thanks to those who filled in for Carol in the children’s church.

Thank you for your donations to the church van/bus fund. We just had the tire rotated and front end aligned and found that we are in need of a brake job. You may mark your offering “church van/bus.” Thank you.

“God is good - all the time” May our lives express the goodness of God to others all the time in abundant ways.

Eileen Hultz’s new address:
Glen Oakes Health Campus
601 W. County Rd. 200 S
New Castle, IN 47346

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Making a day count

Summer days are fleeting. Soon we’ll face the cool crisp autumn air. Time stops for no one. The reality is that no matter what you do today will soon be history and what we looked forward will soon be over. What do we make of this situation? The Bible is clear about our plight and offers help and hope from the One who created time and us.

We know it well, but it’s worth repeating, “This is the day the Lord has made. Let us be glad and rejoice in it.” It something like “eat, drink, and be merry for tomorrow we die.” But as Christ’s disciples our outlook is not so fatalistic.

Our first perspective of any day is that it is a created gift of God. Though we are allotted so many days, each day must be faced with the right attitude, in our case with a celebratory joy. Surely this reflects upon the goodness and love of God who proclaims in promise “that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose” (Romans 8:28).

Rest assured each day is not just any other day. God has a vested interest in your day. He wants each day to be productive and to make a difference. The only problem is our will. Will we allow each day to center in God or ourselves? Let’s make each day an opportunity for God to use our lives.

In conclusion, remember that every day is a gift, every day passes quickly, and every day is an opportunity.

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A life that counts, Part 2

Last week we told about Dr. Cecil Murray who was once a U.S. Air Force pilot and who tried to save another pilot covered with flames from a jet gas tank explosion. Unfortunately the pilot died, but Murray later became a pastor and an effective leader for social causes. He was compelled to live the life for two- the pilot who died and the life God directed him to live.

This week friends and family members gathered in memorial of another life suddenly snatched from us. Luke Miller, gifted by God in music, wrote lyrics that revealed deep understanding into the mystery of life, a life which seems to be more mysterious at Luke’s passing. Why should a young aspiring man with much to offer suddenly be taken? There seems to be no logic to this illogical event.

Jesus’ why from the cross never received any consolation. The mystery of life mixed with the suffering of evil jolts us like a lightning bolt. Life is not fair. Though there seems to be no satisfactory solution, we do have the Solution.

God Himself condescended to human form in order to suffer the agony of evil and death. Jesus agony in suffering death, hell, and the grave vanquished them forever.

We don’t have to tell God how big our problem is when we tell our problem how big our God is. Let us remember God’s promise: “When you go through deep waters, I will be with you. When you go through rivers of difficulty, you will not drown. When you walk through the fire of oppression, you will not be burned up; the flames will not consume you. For I am the Lord, your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior” (Isaiah 43:2-3)

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Sunday, July 22, 2007

Thank you, Susie, Mike and Nancy, for gathering the food items for Luke Miller’s family. Thanks also to the many who prepared the food items. You labor of love is much appreciated.

There is no softball this week except for those who wish to practice at 6:00 p.m. We did by the way win yesterday 18-3 and became League Champs…On to the Tourney! August 4^th.

Recycle your printer cartridges by bringing them to the church and placing them in the white box in the foyer. These are sent to a company for recycling in return for a check.

Exercise aerobics will meet this Monday and Wednesday at 6:00p.m.

Children’s campout is this Saturday at 6:00 p.m. Boy Scout Troop 1832 will set up the tents for our boys and girls to campout Saturday and then attend Sunday School.

The Ladies will gather this Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., for fellowship and crafting.

District Assembly begins tomorrow at 8:30 a.m. Exofficio members include Pastors Fannin, Ames, and Hunt, Kevin Rogers, Melissa Sutton, Carolyn Talbott, and elected delegates Mike and Nancy Bonanza.

Thanks to Pastor Ames and Pastor Hunt for their faithful service while Pastor Fannin and his family have been on vacation.

Thank you for your donations to the church van/bus fund. We just had the tire rotated and front end aligned and found that we are in need of a brake job. You may mark your offering “church van/bus.” Thank you.

God’s grace has been abundant. Let’s allow our lives to express this grace in giving of ourselves and means.

July Church Events:

Mon. July 23: District Assembly, 8:30 a.m.

Tue. July 24: Ladies Craft/non-craft Fellowship, 6:30 p.m.

Sat. July 28: Children’s Campout

August 5^th. Special Singer, Barry Wilson, will be with us in concert.

Eileen Hultz’s new address:
Glen Oakes Health Campus
601 W. County Rd. 200 S
New Castle, IN 47346

If anyone has an extra Refrigerator, dinette chairs and love seat please see David or Diana Ames.

For the full bulletin click here: http://hagerstownnazarene.org/news.html

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A life that counts, July 15th 2007

Dr. Cecil Murray was once a U.S. Air Force pilot. One day, he was filling the role of intercept officer in the jet’s rear seat when the nose gas tank exploded just before takeoff. The pilot got out of the plane but was covered in flames. Murray’s cockpit cover wouldn’t open, but with a great struggle, he was able to enlarge a hole and crawl out. On the ground, he saw the pilot completely aflame. Murray rolled the man over several times until the flames were out.

Unfortunately, the pilot died from the burns. That horrible experience compelled Murray to reevaluate his life. He’d been in the service for nearly 10 years. But now he felt led to live for two — for his pilot friend who died and for the life God would direct him to live.

Soon Murray resigned so he could attend seminary. He served for 27 years as pastor of the First African Methodist Episcopal Church in Los Angeles, a church with more than 7,000 members. He became known throughout the area as one of the most effective leaders of social causes.

When something bad happens, we don’t immediately know how it will shape our lives. But bad events can change us for the better, and as a result, help us help others.

Recycle your printer cartridges by bringing them to the church and placing them in the white box in the foyer. These are sent to a company for recycling in return for a check.

Exercise aerobics will not meet this Monday but will Wednesday 6:00p.m. Pastor Bob and Carol are in Lexington with their grandchildren.

District Missionary Convention is this Saturday. Members are Pastor Fannin, Pastor Ames, Melissa Sutton, Mike and Nancy Bonanza, and Joe and Lois Rosolino. We’ll leave Saturday morning at 7:00 a.m.

Our teens and young adults are important to us. Please let Carolyn Talbott (teens) or Tina Limburg (young adults) know if you are available for some casual or informal times of fellowship. These young groups feel an especial attraction for the senior generation.

Tina’s College/Career Sunday School Class has been leading the Chronicles of Narnia lessons each Sunday evening at 6:00 p.m. Before the lessons they meet at 6:00 p.m. for Extreme Games.

Thank you for your donations to the church van/bus fund. Other items for tire maintenance and a new paint need attention. You may mark your offering “church van/bus.”

Also, our “Building Fund” needs a little maintenance. We came up a little short last month for our loan payment.

July Church Events:

Sat, July 21, District Missionary Convention, 8:30 a.m.

Williamsburg Softball Game, 3:15 p.m.

Sun, July 22, Pre-district Assembly Rally, 5:00 p.m.

Mon. July 23: District Assembly, 8:30 a.m.

Tue. July 24: Ladies Craft/non-craft Fellowship, 6:30 p.m.

Sat. July 28: Children’s Campout

Eileen Hultz’s new address:

Glen Oakes Health Campus

601 W. County Rd. 200 S

New Castle, IN 47346

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America’s Powerful Document

A newspaper reporter asked a few citizens why the Declaration of Independence was still relevant today. Here is a summary of their comments: "It is like a Bible that as been in the family for generations." "It is one of the world's most precious documents." "It is a living breathing document with basic values underlying it." "It began with some rabble-rousers who believed we should be free, that we should be able to choose our own destiny." "The

Document is very much alive. It's organic. It is not archival material. It's real." "I think the overwhelming message of the declaration is that it's okay to disagree with the government."

A pastor, William H. Stewart, of the First Institutional Baptist Church, summarized the general consensus with these words: "It is one of the greatest documents that has ever been written about people seeking freedom from an oppressive power."

While political and personal freedoms are not the equivalent of spiritual freedom in Christ, they are blessings that should be available to all. Jesus, after all, identified himself as one coming to "proclaim release to the captives" (Luke 4:18).

Prayer Petitions: Our beloved, Eileen Hultz, has been moved the Glen Oakes Nursing Home in New Castle. She is slowly making progress. The nursing home is located South of New Castle on State Route 3. Turn right at the intersection of Riley Road (at Tractor Supply). It's located about 3 miles on the left. Ernie and Faye Barnard. Wade Fletcher. Susan Combes. Moriah Stout. Bob Hofer. Dwayne Hill. Marilyn Burgess. Elsie Hall. Marie Wilson. Albert Pence. Terry York. Joetta Wilkinson. Alice Hunt. Henry Overbay. Nick Paul. Ed McCraken. Don Talbott. Mark Ballenger. Adam Pinnick. Olive Bruner. Olive Berkebile. George and Helen York. Hailey Blevins. Jan Townsend. Rex Anderson. Amazing Angels Child Care Ministry. Persecuted Christians in communistic and Muslim countries. Ashley Longfellow in the Navy. Kyle Sparks in Iraq. All our soldiers in Iraq.

Missionaries: Robert Pickle- Set Free Ministries. Dan & Sheri Miller. Dana Harding. Daniel Duke. Bob & Janet Miller. Dee Sudnig. Lindell & Kay Browning. Bill & Kay Swesay. Ken & Linda Walker. Greg & Amy Crofford. Wayne & Connie LaForce. Mark Ryan. Dan & Margaret Clark. Scott and Emily Armstrong.

Nursing Home: Mabel Miller. Bonnie McLain. Phyllis Lambert. Franklin White. Eileen Hultz.

Happy Birthdays & Anniversaries:

Today: Johnnie McCormick, Mike & Nancy Bonanza 7^th

Mon. July 2^nd: Marie Wilson

Tue. July 3^rd: Seth Stomm

Wed. July 4^th: Russell & Elsie Hall

Thu. July 5^th: Faithe Haeck 30^th

Sat. July 7^th: Bob & Carol Fannin 34^th

"A cheerful heart is good medicine" Proverbs 17:22

Little Johnny watched, fascinated, as his mother smoothed cold cream on her face. "Why do you do that, Mommy?" he asked.

"To make myself beautiful," said his mother, who then began removing the cream with a tissue.

"What's the matter?" asked Little Johnny. "Giving up?"

Our Softball Team won their 6^th and 7^th games yesterday. Next Saturday there are no games.

Garage Sale is set for July 5^th - 7^th, Thursday through Saturday. Don Talbott will be setting up this Monday at the parsonage. Bring your items anytime.

Recycle your printer cartridges by bringing them to the church and placing them in the white box in the foyer. These are sent to a company for recycling in return for a check.

Exercise aerobics Monday and Wednesday 6:00p.m.

Our teens and young adults are important to us. Please let Carolyn Talbott (teens) or Tina Limburg (young adults) know if you are available for some casual or informal times of fellowship. These young groups feel an especial attraction for the senior generation.

You may have noticed our new drum set donated to the church by an anonymous giver who loves the Lord's work in music. Josh Funkhouser is a drummer in the Hagerstown High School marching band and will be playing our drum set. This set is definitely not a toy and needs special care.

Our church van has a new radiator. The old was corroded and causing engine overheating. We appreciate any extra giving to help cover the $600 repair. Thank you to those who have given.

Mission is everywhere The word "mission" often implies traveling to another country to teach and work. The work done in foreign missions is important, of course, but we can't all make the trip. What we can do, however, is be faithful servants where we live. Mission is about putting the face and name of Jesus in front of those who don't know him. We can do that in many ways — any place and any day.

A prayer for July 4

"Almighty and ever-living God, we humbly praise you for the nation in which you have allowed us to live. We cherish its wonder and its beauty. We are thankful for its fruitful lands, its bountiful waters, its great resources and its unlimited opportunities.

"We thank you for our founding fathers and mothers, and for their foresight, special wisdom, and steadfast courage in establishing freedom and a lasting document of fairness.

"Stir up within each of us the will to be good stewards of all the blessings of the land we love. Amen.

July Church Events:

Mon-Fri. July 2-6, Child Care Ministry Closed

Thu. July 5, Garage Sale begins

Sat. July 7, Men's Prayer Breakfast, 8:00 a.m.

Sat. July 14, Ladies Fellowship Breakfast, 8:30 a.m.

Williamsburg Softball Games, 12:40 & 2:00 p.m.

Sat, July 21, District Missionary Convention, 8:30 a.m.

Williamsburg Softball Game, 3:15 p.m.

Sun, July 22, Pre-district Assembly Rally, 5:00 p.m.

Mon. July 23: District Assembly, 8:30 a.m.

Tue. July 24: Ladies Craft/non-craft Fellowship, 6:30 p.m.

Sat. July 28: Children's Campout

Final June Finances
MONTHLY GIVING	Received for Sunday the 24th	Received for the Month	Disbursed for the Month
Tithes and Offerings	1,715.50	6,245.73	5,348.44
Building Fund Loan	117.00	610.00	728.77
Missions	36.00	569.96	573.96

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Amazing Angels Day Care

The Amazing Angels Day Care Ministry is an outreach of The Hagerstown Nazarene Church to the local community. We serve by providing a loving and Christian atmosphere for the children. Call us and find out how we may serve your needs.

Welcome to Hagerstown, Indiana Church of the Nazarene

"Our Church Can Be Your Home"

Come and join us as we fellowship with each other
and learn about the amazing love the Lord God has for us.

Services

Sunday School:	Sunday - 9:30am
Morning Worship:	Sunday - 10:40am
Evening Worship Service:	Sunday - 6:00pm
Bible Quiz Team Practice: (Call 1st)	Sunday - 4:30pm
Teens	Sunday - 6:00pm
Adult Praise and Worship	Sunday - 6:00pm
Bible Study/Prayer Service:	Wednesday - 6:30pm
Elementary Bible Quiz	Wednesday - 6:30pm

Click here to get a map and driving directions
(You will be taken to the maps.google.com website)

Contact Us

Pastor: Rev. Robert Fannin
Phone: (765) 489-5440
Email

Assistant Pastor: David Ames
Phone: (765) 489-5175
Email

Music Pastor: Rev. Byron Hunt
Phone: (765) 489-5440
Email

Amazing Angels Day Care
Phone (765) 489-3544

630 E. Main St.
P.O. Box 54
Hagerstown, IN 47346

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