Wednesday, January 25, 2012

January 25,2012

Dear friends at CBC,

I look very much forward to spending time in prayer and fasting with you this weekend. When we look at 2012, where else would we want to be than at the feet of the Savior? What other place is there to go? May He lead us together, as a team, in all that He has for us at Covenant Bible Church. And for your convenience I have listed the details of our time below.
For this Sunday: Have you ever wondered why life’s trials seem to follow close encounters with God almost immediately? You are encouraged with something from God, and then it seems like something happens that is designed to ‘snuff it out’ almost immediately. Christ’s life was no different. After God showed incredible favor on Christ with his baptism, visible words of affirmation and the filling with the Sprit, he was ‘led into the wilderness’. Come this Sunday to find out why these obstacles aren’t only normal, but necessary for us to gain a perspective of what He wants to do in and through us.

Details: ‘Together’ - Time of seeking God as a church body.
“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 will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land. Now my eyes will be open and my ears attentive to the prayers offered in this place” – 2 Chronicles 7:14, 15.
Friday, January 20, 6.30 – 8.30 p.m.
Saturday, January 21, 10.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m.
We will have prayer, but no Bible Study on Wednesday Jan 25 & Feb 1. There will also be no Sunday School or Small Group on Sunday January 29nd.
We encourage you to fast for this time on Friday, by choosing your own form of fasting. A sandwich lunch will be ordered from the (Mennonite) ‘Ole Time Pantry’ or you may bring your own bag lunch..

Alpha Course to start Feb 8th
Pray! Invite - Invitations available at church.
A special offering will be held on Sunday, January 29 to help cover the cost of meals. Goal: Raise between $1,000 and 1,500.

Missions:
Dana, a friend of CBC needs 20 hours practice driving her car. She is a resident of St. Francois Manor. You would be providing the vehicle and fuel and your time. Idea: when you have errands to run, you could allow her to drive you. Call Naomi at 756 0182/747 6882 or Dana at 701 0458 to sign up.

Prayer & Praise Requests:
Prayer & Praise: Wanda Pruett – thankful for good hip surgery recovery and all the help received.
Praise: Mike Berg’s cataract surgery on his other eye went well this past Monday.
Lewis Wimberly, Norm Smith.

Calendar

Wednesday, January 25
5.30 pm Scripture Memorization
6.30-7.30 pm Prayer & Bible Study

Thursday, January 26
6.30-7.00 a.m. Prayer with Allyson at Library Farm. Middle School
8.15 a.m. Moms in Touch prayer at Farmington Skate Park

Friday, January 27
1.30 p.m. Bible Study at St. Francois Manor
6.30 – 8.30 pm; ‘Together’ - Time of seeking God as a church body – at CBC.

Saturday, January 28
Saturday: 10 am – 4 pm - ‘Together’ - Time of seeking God as a church body – at CBC.

Sunday, January 29
10.00 No Sunday School
11.00 Service

Wednesday, February 1st
5.30 Missions Committee Meeting
6.30 – 7.00 p.m. Prayer

Wednesday, February 8th
Start Alpha Course – 6 p.m.

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

January 18, 2012

Dear friends at CBC,

“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 will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land. Now my eyes will be open and my ears attentive to the prayers offered in this place” – 2 Chronicles 7:14, 15.
What an excellent invitation for us to come together and pray! This promise is given to Solomon after the dedication of the temple and emphasizes God’s faithfulness – what He will do – when his people come to pray in the temple. The same God waits for us this weekend. I hope to see you! I would encourage everyone to be there for the entire time as much as possible, but if your schedule is busy, please join us for part of it. You are encouraged to fast on Friday. I’m encouraged by those that have already begun to fast. This Sunday’s message will build on our weekend together. Can’t wait to see what God will do. Look forward to it!

Marco

‘Together’ - Time of seeking God as a church body.
Friday, January 20, 6.30 – 8.30 p.m.
Saturday, January 21, 10.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m.
We will have prayer, but no Bible Study on Wednesday Jan 18 & 25. There will also be no Sunday School or Small Group on Sunday January 22nd.
We encourage you to fast for this time on Friday, by choosing your own form of fasting. A sandwich lunch will be provided on Saturday.

Alpha Course to start Feb 8th
Pray! Invite - Invitations available at church.
A special offering will be held on Sunday, January 29 to help cover the cost of meals. Goal: Raise between $1,000 and 1,500.

Prayer & Praise Requests:
Prayer & Praise: Wanda Pruett – thankful for good hip surgery recovery and all the help received. Call the Pruett’s at 701-0345 or 366-1677 to see what you can do.
Praise: Mike Berg’s cataract surgery on one eye went well this past Monday. He could already see better on Monday night! Surgery for the other eye is scheduled Monday 1/23.
Lewis Wimberly, Norm Smith.

Calendar

Wednesday, January 18
5.30 pm Scripture Memorization
6.30-7.30 pm Prayer & Bible Study

Thursday, January 19
6.30-7.00 a.m. Prayer with Allyson at Library Farm. Middle School
8.15 a.m. Moms in Touch prayer at Farmington Skate Park

Friday, January 20
1.00 p.m. Bible Study at St. Francois Manor
6.30 – 8.30 pm; ‘Together’ - Time of seeking God as a church body – at CBC.

Saturday, January 21
Saturday: 10 am – 4 pm - ‘Together’ - Time of seeking God as a church body – at CBC.

Sunday, January 22
10.00 No Sunday School
11.00 Service – Series: “Together”

Wednesday, January 25
6.30 – 7.00 p.m. Prayer

Wednesday, February 8th
Start Alpha Course – 6 p.m.

Thursday, January 12, 2012

January 11, 2011

Dear friends at CBC,

This Sunday we will continue our series ‘Together’ by looking at ‘together we receive’, as we prepare for our church wide time of seeking God on January 20 & 21. Byron, who just had a cochlear implant activated for his ear, has given me permission to share this email he sent me earlier this week:

I had an absolutely awesome time at church yesterday. From the time I walked into church, I was able to carry on conversations with several people. The most exciting part came during worship. For the first time, I could hear the harmonious voices of our church family. Thought I was in the midst of a choir. I could hear all 3 instruments, your guitar was awesome, and Kari on the tambourine, I could hear it like never before. I was in tears, and it was an absolutely life altering worship experience for me. Your sermon, I usually get about 35%. Yesterday, I heard and understood every word. It blew me away. I so much appreciate all the support and encouragement from everyone. Life can only get sweeter. I know I have been given an awesome gift, and I am forever grateful to my Loving God for His graciousness. It is truly Amazing Grace.

May we continue to receive together this coming Sunday. Thanking God for His Goodness,

Marco

‘Together’ - Time of seeking God as a church body.
Friday, January 20 from 6.30 – 8.30 p.m.
Saturday, January 21 from 10.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m.
In order to light the schedule load for everybody, we will only have prayer (no Bible Study) on Wednesday nights Jan 18 and 25. There will also be no Sunday School or Small Group on Sunday January 22nd.
We encourage you to fast for this time on Friday, by choosing your own form of fasting. A sandwich lunch will be provided on Saturday.

Alpha Course to start Feb 8th
The Alpha Course is scheduled to start Wednesday, February 8th. Look for invitations to hand out to be available this Sunday.
A special offering will be held on Sunday, January 29 to help cover the cost of meals. It is our goal to raise between $1,000 and 1,500.

Report Annual Meeting January 8.
Donna Masson shared our financial report. Gwen Slater gave an update on missions. Al Gainer was voted in as elder. Bud & Donna Masson and Bill Bratberg were voted in as deacons. Mark Carr was thanked for his years serving as elder and deacon. Details on the upcoming ‘Together’ prayer summit were given and a discussion was held on how to invite folks for the Alpha Course.

Prayer & Praise Requests:
Wanda Pruett – recovery hip surgery. Wanda would enjoy some in home care, relieving Gary from his ‘duties’ over the next several weeks. Call the family at 701-0345 or 366-1677 to see what you can do.
Randy & Etta Bose – family situation
Paul & Sharon Koenig – comfort for the family after Paul lost two sisters.
Evie – new medication
Lewis Wimberly, Norm Smith.
Praise: Dick had good results from his artery test
Praise: Gwen had good result from her thyroid test

Calendar

Wednesday, January 11
5.30 pm Scripture Memorization
6.30-7.30 pm Prayer & Bible Study

Thursday, January 12
6.30-7.00 a.m. Prayer with Allyson at Library Farm. Middle School
8.15 a.m. Moms in Touch prayer at Farmington Skate Park

Friday, January 13
1.00 p.m. Bible Study at St. Francois Manor

Saturday, January 14
Man UP events: 8 am: Men Bible Study at Parkland Chapel and 6 pm: Family Night of Worship at the Bridge

Sunday, January 15
10.00 Sunday School - Ephesians
11.00 Service – Series: “Together”

Wednesday, January 18
6.30 – 7.00 p.m. Prayer

Friday, January 20 and Saturday January 21
‘Together’ - Time of seeking God as a church body – at CBC.
Friday: 6.30 – 8.30 pm
Saturday: 10 am – 4 pm

Sunday, January 22
No Sunday School or Small Group
Service at 11.00 a.m.

Wednesday, February 8th
Start Alpha Course – 6 p.m.

Wednesday, January 4, 2012

January 4, 2012

Dear friends at CBC,

“Together” can be synonymous with unstoppable. The world says that happens because you now have a common goal. Although there is a truth to that, the Bible speaks about a much greater impact. It speaks of being united with one another in Christ. Unity then becomes a place to stand together in the Presence of the Almighty God and watch Him work. Together becomes a key to unlock heaven’s riches. The book of Acts shows us lots of examples of this. This Sunday we will continue our series ‘Together’ as we prepare for our church wide time of seeking God January 20 &21, by looking at ‘together we stand’

Alpha Course to start Feb 8th
The Alpha Course is scheduled to start Wednesday, February 8th.

Vote for your favorite book for Sunday School
Al & Jan Gainer are taking your votes now for next bible book to be taught for Sunday School. They are considering using the book of 1 Thessalonians – using Warren Wiersbe’s commentary – but it is not too late to change their mind. This is your chance to let them know your preference.

Man Up
Join me (Marco) Saturday, January 14th for the following two ‘Man Up’ events:
Men Bible study at 8 am, in the second building at ‘Parkland Chapel’, Farmington.
A Family Night of Worship, at 6:00 p.m. at ‘The Bridge’ in Leadington.

Prayer & Praise Requests:
Lewis Wimberley, cancer.
Norm Smith – eye/vision improvement
Dick Slater – Endoscope this Friday in Farmington. Hospital visit in St. Louis next week for neck related issues.
Randy & Etta Bose – family situation
Praise Report: Byron’s hearing aid has been turned on and is working well

Calendar

Wednesday, January 4
5.30 pm Scripture Memorization
6.30-7.30 pm Prayer & Bible Study

Thursday, January 5
6.30-7.00 a.m. Prayer with Allyson at Library Farm. Middle School
8.15 a.m. Moms in Touch prayer at Farmington Skate Park

Friday, January 6
1.00 p.m. Bible Study at St. Francois Manor

Sunday, January 8
10.00 Sunday School - Ephesians
11.00 Service – Series: “Together”

Wednesday, January 11
6.30 – 7.30 p.m. Prayer and Bible Study

Saturday, January 14
Man UP events: 8 am at Parkland Chapel and 6 pm at the Bridge

Friday, January 20 and Saturday January 21
‘Together’ - Time of seeking God as a church body – at CBC.
Friday: 6.30 – 8.30 pm
Saturday: 10 am – 4 pm

Wednesday, February 8th
Start Alpha Course – 6 p.m.