Dear Covenant family,
After this I looked,
and there before me was a door standing open in heaven. And the voice I had
first heard said, “Come up here, and I will show you what must take place after
this”- Rev 4:1
Reading the book of Revelations (Chapter 31 of ‘the Story’) reminds me of being in a theater right before the start of a movie or theater production. Before me is a large curtain waiting to be pulled away to reveal something worth my ticket (or so I hope), but next to me is someone eating popcorn, making noises, maybe looking or acting a certain way, standing up and waving his hands to tell his friends where to find him. In other words: distractions.
But then the curtain goes up and the show begins. All of a
sudden all the popcorn, noise and other distractions are forgotten. It is time
to watch the show!
This Sunday will be like going to that theater. The only
difference is that the show you are about to watch has you starring in it, explaining
the ultimate outcome of your life. It will show you who you will be one day, how
many years you get to live and the incredible positive impact your life will
make. Your heart is filled with hope and new expectation as you leave the
theater. You notice it immediately changes the way you look at everything –
including the popcorn, distractions and waving hands. They are seen in a new
light. Reading Revelations has a similar effect. It’s an experience you don’t
want to miss! For this Sunday, please read Chapter 31 in ‘the Story’ – final chapter!
Thanksgiving Service
Ministerial Alliance
There will be a Community Wide Thanksgiving Service on
Tuesday, November 26th at 7.00 p.m.
at Memorial United
Methodist Church Farmington
Two Mission Opportunities – help out in the Philippines
Operation Christmas Child this Sunday: It’s not too late to pack a box, pray or bring
items. We can pack together boxes after church on this Sunday. Boxes are to be sent to the Phillippines
per enclosure. If you all do not have enough to pack a box, bring what you
have and we'll fill some up together. Or you can send donation online or even
now pack a box online! Will still accept shoeboxes through next Weds the 20th!
So grab a box, buy a plastic shoebox, fill it up with love and joy!
Help the Hungry Bake Sale
Prayer and Praise
Reports:
Tom & Gayle Shook – visiting the Philippines
Norm - dialysis.
Mildred Stringer, Mary Janzou, Brad, Sharon Koenig
Mary Ann from the Manor would like a ride to church on
Sunday Morning. If you can help, please contact Naomi (747-6882) to find out
details.
Church Calendar:
Wednesday, November 13
6. 00 – 6.45 p.m. Intercessory Prayer
Thursday, November 14
‘Together’ Planning &
Vision Meeting; 6-8 p.m. at CBC
Friday, November 15
1.30 p.m. Bible Study - St. Francois Manor
Sunday, November 17
9.30 – Sunday School –
“Romans” with Al & Jan Gainer
10.45 – Service – ‘the Story’
Ch.
- Nominating Committee Meeting immediately after
the service.
Growth Goups meet Sunday afternoon/evening:
South – contact John Pierce – 561-3765
Centrall – contact Bill Bratberg – 631-0555
North – contact Bud Masson – 358 -7994
- Snacks/Clean Up – Davis
- Children’s Church - Kari
- Nursery: Naomi
Monday, November
18
6 p.m. Women’s Bible
Study
Tuesday, November 19
2.30 p.m.– Alpha Course at
‘Shared Blessings’ in Bonne Terre
Wednesday, November 20
6. 00 – 6.45 p.m. Intercessory Prayer
Mark Your Calendars:
Saturday, November 23
Help the Hungry Bake Sale – 9 a .m. – 1 p.m.St. Joe’s Gymn (Catholic Church, Farmington
Tuesday, November 26th
7.00 p.m. Thanksgiving
Service Ministerial Alliance Methodist Church Farmington
Wednesday, November 27-No regular services
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