Weekly Evangel
You ask why I follow this Jesus?
Why I love Him the way I do?
When the world's turned away from His teachings
And the people who serve Him are few.
It's not the rewards I'm after
Or gifts that I hope to receive
It's the Presence that calls for commitment
It's the Spirit I trust and believe.
The Lord doesn't shelter His faithful
Or spare them all suffering and pain,
Like everyone else I have burdens,
And walk through my share of rain.
Yet He gives me a plan and a purpose,
And that joy only Christians have known,
I never know what comes tomorrow,
But I do know I'm never alone.
It's the love always there when you need it;
It's the words that redeem and inspire,
It's the longing to ever be with Him
That burns in my heart like a fire.
So you ask why I love my Lord Jesus?
Well, friend, that's so easy to see,
But the one thing that fills me with wonder is
Why Jesus loves someone like me.
Thank you for a lovely funeral service and for providing lunch for our family. We are grateful for every member who visited, sent cards, and/or prayed for Mother. Special thanks to Mac & Jean Bowman who faithfully sent cards.
Family of Gladys Culp
Memorials received for Gladys Culp:
~ Ray Barr ~ Robert McAfoos ~
~ Clarence Noll ~ John Noll ~ Thomas Noll ~
The deadline for “Operation Christmas Child” shoeboxes is
November 16th. Rachel Russell will be taking the boxes to Leicester
Carpet Sales on Leicester Hwy. Our goal is at least 20 boxes. Tags are available in the Narthex.
Many, many thanks to Rachel for directing this very rewarding project.
‘PRAISE GOD FROM WHOM ALL BLESSINGS FLOW’
THANKSGIVING DINNER THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19
6:30 PM
In the gathering room, there is a sign-up sheet for the dinner. Out of
courtesy for the ones preparing the meal, please sign-up by November 17.
Also, bring three (3) canned or boxed food items to the meal
for the two families we are assisting. Thanks!
Thanksgiving Special Offering Disciples Seminary Foundation (DSF) serves God through the formation and support of emerging theological leaders on the West coast for diverse Christian communities. DSF’s ministry is made possible through faithful gifts to Disciples Mission Fund.
The offering directly benefits our 14 colleges/universities and 7 seminaries, divinity houses, and theological foundations.
On November 8 and November 15, Disciples will be asked to contribute to this special offering. Your generosity for Disciples Mission Fund will support leader development through Disciples higher education institutions.