Thursday, June 25, 2009

June 28, 2009

What is WMB?

WMB is a ministry of our church to reach the world with the greatest news of all. God loves everyone across the globe. This love is seen in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus.

clip_image002World Mission Broadcast (WMB) uses radio signals, TV signals, Internet, and every communication means to share the good news of Jesus.

World Mission Broadcast reaches out in: 31 languages, 74 countries, and 112 programs

“I was a Buddhist but began going to the Lampang Church of the Nazarene because of the radio program Friend to Friend and because of a sign in front of the church that said, “Friend…the only word that matters.”

“When I first listened to the radio program I was afraid and not brave enough to call the church because I was sure it was a trick. I had been fooled by many people promising to be my friend only to take advantage of me. But at the church I learned there is no one who loves me as much as God does. Now I understand what peace is because Jesus is my friend.”

“Being a Christian isn’t about changing religions, it is about God changing our life. In the past I tried to convince people who had converted from Buddhism to Christianity to switch back. But now, I encourage everyone to listen to the radio program Friend to Friend from the Church of the Nazarene and to find Christ.”

–Inthun, former Buddhist, now a believer in Christ –Lampang, Thailand

 

Prayer Petitions: Scott Messer has been suffering with seizures. Bill Reece is recovering very well from his surgery. Ben Lowe is recovering well from his surgery. Continue to pray for Tina Limburg for renewed strength. Karen Owens. Rozanne Funkhouser. Alma Abell. Beverly Andrews. Alex Fox. Louis Conyers. Mary Pierson. Glenna Beavers. Melvin Messer. Rev. Edsel and Alice Trouten. Michael Stomm. George and Helen York. Jimmy Wilkinson. Carol Stinson. Elsie Hall. Margaret Beeson. Mary Holcomb and her mother Dorothy Larrison. Marilyn and Charles Burgess. Ernie and Faye Barnard. Marie Wilson. Joetta Wilkinson. Nick Paul. Mark Ballenger. Olive Berkebile. Hailey Blevins. Jan Townsend. The Persecuted believers in Christ. Amazing Angel Childcare Ministry. Soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan.

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. Kathy Matson. Matt & Priscilla Parrett.

Nursing Home: Rev. R.C. Boynton. Franklin White. Bonnie McLain. Dorothy Hall. Kenny Williams. Albert Pence.

 

NEWS -

A new Sunday School Class for young adults is forming to study the topic The Case for Christ. This class meets every Sunday evening 6:00 p.m. in the sanctuary.

Softball practice is Monday 6:00 p.m. at Williamsburg.

Small group discipleship study is this Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. The ladies are studying the Beth Moore series Breaking Free- Your Liberty in Christ. The men will spend time praying and studying I Peter.

Praise Team Singers practice each Wednesday 7 p.m.

Recycle your computer printer cartridges Bring your used cartridges to the church and place them in the white box in the foyer for the daycare.

Hagerstown Faith Housing is set up for senior rental assisted living. If you know of anyone interested, call Floyd Sanders at 489-4898.

Next Sunday is our Call2Fall day of celebrating our dependence upon God for our nation. The Bible declares, “If My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land.”

clip_image002Commander Michael H. Imhof, U.S. Navy (retired), is our guest speaker. was born in Fort Bragg and raised in Blasdell, New York. After receiving a Bachelor of Science Degree of Science, he was commissioned in 1973. After completing Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL training, Commander Imhof was assigned to SEAL Team TWO, and subsequent Naval Special Warfare.

Commander Imhof has served throughout the world in numerous positions including Platoon Commander, Training Officer, Operations Officer, Staff Officer, Executive Officer and Commanding Officer. His awards include Defense Meritorious Service Medal; Meritorious Service Medal with two Gold Stars; Joint Service Commendation Medal; Navy Commendation Medal with Gold Star; and United Nations Medal.

He has lived in Egypt, Jordan, Israel, Panama, South Korea, Liberia, Sudan, Sinai and Afghanistan besides serving in numerous other countries throughout the world. On 17 December 1981, he was hijacked in Southern Lebanon while on duty with the United Nations Truce Supervision Organization. He believes his later escape was truly a blessing of God.

As military officer of strong Christian convictions, he is ready and willing to share his faith. The Bible is his authoritative and uncompromised Word of God. Positions in Christian service include: Evangelist, Church Board Member; Adult Sunday School Teacher; Youth Sunday School Teacher; Head Usher; Prayer Team Member; Director of Nursing Home Outreach, Board Member of Operation Love Ministries; Link Prison Fellowship Participant; and Chairman of Charity Fund-Raiser Events.

You will appreciate the inspiration of the Holy Spirit in his testimony y Spirit in encouraging, edifying and inspiring others in the things of God.

Church Calendar:

Sat. July 4: “Independence Day”

Men’s Prayer Breakfast, 8:30 a.m.

Sun. July 5: “Call2Fall Day” with Mike Imhof.

Sun. July 12: ‘eat and meet’ church board, 12:30 p.m.

Mon. July 13: Vacation Bible School begins, 9:30 a.m.

Sat. July 18: Ladies Fellowship Breakfast

Sun. July 19: Vacation Bible School Program

 

Jeremiah 23:24“Can anyone hide in secret places so that I cannot see him?" declares the LORD. "Do not I fill heaven and earth?" declares the LORD.”

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Tuesday, June 16, 2009

Sunday, June 14, 2009

Prayer Petitions: Bill Reece is recovering very well from his surgery. Ben Lowe is recovering well from his surgery. Continue to pray for Tina Limburg for renewed strength. Karen Owens. Rozanne Funkhouser. Alma Abell. Beverly Andrews. Alex Fox. Louis Conyers. Mary Pierson. Glenna Beavers. Melvin Messer. Rev. Edsel and Alice Trouten. Michael Stomm. George and Helen York. Jimmy Wilkinson. Carol Stinson. Elsie Hall. Margaret Beeson. Mary Holcomb and her mother Dorothy Larrison. Marilyn and Charles Burgess. Ernie and Faye Barnard. Marie Wilson. Joetta Wilkinson. Nick Paul. Mark Ballenger. Olive Berkebile. Hailey Blevins. Jan Townsend. The Persecuted believers in Christ. Amazing Angel Childcare Ministry. Soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan.

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. Kathy Matson. Matt & Priscilla Parrett.

Nursing Home: Rev. R.C. Boynton. Franklin White. Bonnie McLain. Dorothy Hall. Kenny Williams. Albert Pence.

NEWS -

Church elections results:

Sunday School Superintendent: Kevin Rogers

Missionary President: Melissa Sutton

Trustee: Jason Johnson, David Shepherd, Monty Sutton, Frank Swoveland

Stewards: Sharon Brothers, Amanda Johnson, Kathie Stomm, Chris Walker

 

A new Sunday School Class for young adults is forming to study the topic The Case for Christ. This class will begin this Sunday evening.

Congratulations to James and Bethany! Their wedding was yesterday with Pastor Ames officiating.

Softball practice is Monday 6:00 p.m. at Williamsburg. *Richmond Friday game: 6:00 p.m. Diamond 1.

*Williamsburg Saturday games: Team 1 9:00 & 10:15 a.m.

Team 2 12:45 & 2:00 p.m.

Small group discipleship study is this Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. The ladies are studying the Beth Moore series Breaking Free- Your Liberty in Christ. The men will spend time praying and studying I Peter.

Praise Team Singers practice each Wednesday 7 p.m.

Thank you for giving. Jesus said, “Give, and you will receive. Your gift will return to you in full—pressed down, shaken together to make room for more, running over, and poured into your lap. The amount you give will determine the amount you get back.”

Next Sunday our fathers will be honored in the morning service. Let’s make this a special day for the youngest, eldest, the most productive dad, and for all dads.

Recycle your computer printer cartridges Bring your used cartridges to the church and place them in the white box in the foyer for the daycare.

Hagerstown Faith Housing is set up for senior rental assisted living. If you know of anyone interested, call Floyd Sanders at 489-4898.

Thank you to those who helped move our baby grand piano, for those who helped weed-eat the bank, and for those who helped assemble child care play equipment.

Students Recite the Lord's Prayer
Despite threats from the American Civil Liberties Union, nearly 400 students at Pace High School in Santa Rosa County, Florida, stood and recited the Lord's Prayer during their graduation ceremony. The prayer was recited in protest of a lawsuit the ACLU had previously filed against the school alleging the principal asked the athletic director to bless a meal at an awards ceremony. “The ACLU had actually threatened the school that they would be in trouble with the court if any student or any kind of religious message was given at this graduation. They did not want any student to say anything religious, or no prayer,” said Matt Staver of Liberty Counsel. “The students would not take this sitting down, and they decided to fight back.” Liberty Counsel says they will defend any students if action is taken against them. [WorldNetDaily, Liberty Counsel]

Church Calendar:

Sun. June 4: Church Board Meeting, 4:30 p.m.
Sat. June 20: Ladies Fellowship Breakfast, 8:30 a.m.
Sun. June 21: Father’s Day

 

Pastor: Rev. Robert Fannin, Ph: 489-5440

Assoc. Pastor: Rev. David Ames 465-4463

Amazing Angels Child Care, Ph: 489-3544

Website http://HagerstownNazarene.org

Psalm 103:13“As a father has compassion on his children, so the LORD has compassion on those who fear him;”

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Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Trinity Sunday, June 7, 2009

“This is the day the Lord has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it.” We are present on the first day of the week putting God first in our worship. Welcome!

clip_image002In the Christian calendar the Sunday following Pentecost Sunday is known as Trinity Sunday. It’s a day for focusing on what theologians call the Triune God- The Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. The diagram is called triquetra. The three equal arcs are interwoven into one continuous line. All three arcs form into one figure. Christians believe in only one God. Yet we talk about the doctrine of the Trinity or the teaching that God has revealed Himself in three persons.

Someone said about the concept of the Trinity, “You will lose your soul if you don’t believe it, and you will lose your mind if you try to explain it.”

The bottom line is this: God (one Person) has been revealed to mankind in three ways. He is our Creator, who then came to Earth as our Savior (in the person of Jesus) and is eternally present with us as the Holy Spirit.

On Trinity Sunday, we praise the Father-God above us, the Son-God with us, and the Spirit-God in us. It took the God to plan, prepare, and provide for our salvation.

 

 

Prayer Petitions: Bill Reece is recovering very well from his surgery last Wednesday. Ben Lowe is recovering well from his surgery. The family of Travis Casteel. Continue to pray for Tina Limburg for renewed strength. Karen Owens. The family of Ray Hall. His funeral was Friday. Rozanne Funkhouser. Alma Abell. Beverly Andrews. Alex Fox. Louis Conyers. Mary Pierson. Glenna Beavers. Melvin Messer. Rev. Edsel and Alice Trouten. Michael Stomm. George and Helen York. Jimmy Wilkinson. Carol Stinson. Elsie Hall. Margaret Beeson. Mary Holcomb and her mother Dorothy Larrison. Marilyn and Charles Burgess. Ernie and Faye Barnard. Marie Wilson. Joetta Wilkinson. Nick Paul. Mark Ballenger. Olive Berkebile. Hailey Blevins. Jan Townsend. The Persecuted believers in Christ. Amazing Angel Childcare Ministry. Soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan.

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. Kathy Matson. Matt & Priscilla Parrett.

Nursing Home: Rev. R.C. Boynton. Franklin White. Bonnie McLain. Dorothy Hall. Kenny Williams. Albert Pence.

 

 

NEWS:

Church elections results:

Sunday School Superintendent: Kevin Rogers

Missionary President: Melissa Sutton

Trustee: Jason Johnson, David Shepherd, Monty Sutton, Frank Swoveland

Stewards: Sharon Brothers, Amanda Johnson, Kathie Stomm, Chris Walker

The Wedding of Jasmine and Seth is set for today at the Farmers Pike Festival Lighthouse, 2:30 p.m. Reception is at Hagerstown Elementary Cafeteria.

Wayne County Holiness Campmeeting final service is tonight at 7:00 p.m. We will dismiss our evening service in order to attend this service.

Softball practice is Monday 6:00 p.m. at Williamsburg. Hagerstown won Friday’s game at Richmond. On Saturday Hagerstown Team 1 won both their double-header.

There are no games this coming weekend.

Small group discipleship study is this Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. The ladies are studying the Beth Moore series Breaking Free- Your Liberty in Christ. The men will spend time praying and studying I Peter.

Praise Team Singers practice each Wednesday 7 p.m.

A new Sunday School Class for young adults is forming to study the topic The Case for Christ. This class will be moved to Sunday evening beginning June 14th.

Thank you for giving unto the Lord. The Bible states to the Old Testament people to “honor the Lord with the firstfruits of all your increase.” “O Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth!”

Hagerstown Faith Housing is set up for senior rental assisted living. If you know of anyone interested, call Floyd Sanders at 489-4898.

Recycle your computer printer cartridges Bring your used cartridges to the church and place them in the white box in the foyer for the daycare.

The Wedding of Bethany and James is set for next Saturday at New Castle Memorial Park 2:00 p.m. Reception following. Everyone is Welcome.

A baby grand piano has been donated to our church. We need help to move it from downtown to the church tomorrow morning around 9:00.

June Declared 'LGBT Pride Month'
President Barack Obama has proclaimed the month of June 2009 as “Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Pride Month.” Obama states in the official proclamation, “The LGBT rights movement has achieved great progress, but there is more to be done.” The most recent reliable figures, from a study called the “National Health and Social Life Survey” in 1994, found that only 2.8 % of American men and 1.4 % of American women reported some level of homosexual or bisexual identity.

Church Calendar:

Today: Wedding of Jasmine and Seth, 2:30 p.m.

Mon. June 8: Softball practice, 6:00 p.m.

Wed. June 10: District NYI Convention, 9:00 a.m.

Sun. June 4: Church Board Meeting, 4:30 p.m.

Sat. June 20: Ladies Fellowship Breakfast, 8:30 a.m.

Sun. June 21: Father’s Day

Final May Finances

MONTHLY

GIVING

Received last

Sunday the 31st

Received

For the Month

Disbursed

For the Month

Tithes and Offering

1,533.18

7,857.34

7,420.89

Building Fund Loan

282.00

964.00

735.00

Missions

133.00

605.13

588.02

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Colossians 3:13“Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.”

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