2010-05-22 Rocket

Church Office:
3601 Cypress Gardens Rd.
Suite C
Winter Haven, FL 33884
THE SOLID ROCK CHURCH
3601 Cypress Gardens Rd., Suite Q
Winter Haven, Fl 33884
(863)875-4825
Mailing Address:
PO Box 926
Winter Haven, Fl 33882
www.thesolidrockchurch.info
Weekly Epistle
Sundays: Adult Christian Ed 9:00 a.m / Holy Eucharist 10:00 a.m.
Wednesdays: Prayer 5:00-5:45 - Service 6:00 p.m.
Soaking Prayer: First Wednesday of the month and by appointment
Saturdays: Prayer 9:30 – 10:30
May 22, 2010
Pentecost is the great festival that marks the birth of the Christian church by the power
of the Holy Spirit.
"Through the Holy Spirit we are restored to paradise, led back to the Kingdom of heaven, and
adopted as children, given confidence to call God "Father" and to share in Christ's grace, called
children of light and given a share in eternal glory."
- St. Basil, De Spiritu Sancto
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May 22, 2010
PENTECOST SUNDAY
Sun., May 23: Acts 2:1-21; Psalm 104:23-34; Ro. 8:14-17; Jn. 14:8-17
Wed., May 26 (St. Augustine I): 2Cor 5:17-20a; Psalm 66:1-7; Lk 5:1-11
To: The Congregation at Solid Rock Church
Your many prayers and well wishes have positively contributed to me overcoming my
recent medical challenges, and as I recuperate I pray God's continued blessing on you all.
Cheryl Pearson
Last week, Jonathan Thoresen was recognized
for his service to TSRC and for his graduation from high school.
Jonathan accompanies his mother Mary, our music director, on
a regular basis, adding much to our music program by playing
guitar, violin, and bongos. He does this on a volunteer basis, not
as paid staff. Jonathan, who has been home schooled, will be
attending Palm Beach Atlantic College in the fall. We wish him
all the best!
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May 22, 2010
Marilyn Hanson
Lou Vialva
Carol Ellis
Fr. Andy
Barb Anderson
Nancy Meyer
Joanie Jones
These ladies, as well as Polly Schaffner, Maggie Lawson, and Rose Stephens, who were
absent, were presented with blessed crosses as their Sisters of Our Savior chapter was
inducted into the national order of the Daughters of the Holy Cross.
The Sisters of Our Savior chapter is open to all women over 18 of age. The Sisters,
who vow to pray, study, serve, and evangelize, would love to have you join them.
See any Sister for more information.
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May 22, 2010
Did you know that this little book can be
found in the church office? Inside the book are pages where
parishioners have written their memories, blessings, and
observations of significant events in the life of TSRC. Please
look for and write in this book. All members of our parish are
invited to participate in leaving a legacy for future congregants
to read.
Friendship Sunday is tomorrow.
We’re looking for a full house and a great time
of Christian fellowship.
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May 22, 2010
THE HOPE OF JESUS CHILDREN'S HOME has been
drilling a well for the past two days on the children's home site so we could ensure we
have a sufficient supply of water for the entire project. IN THIS EXACT
MOMENT, WE HIT WATER AT 190 FEET DEEP!!! PRAISE GOD!!!
A short-term mission work team from Raleigh, NC has been working with us since
Saturday. They've been helping us drill through about 160 feet of pure
rock and they're covered in dirt and mud, but loving it!!
Please join us in praising the Lord for his provision.
~ Mike and Kim Miller
The Hope of Jesus Children's Home
Financial support for Mike and Kim Miller can be donated at any time. Make checks to The Solid
Rock Church and be sure to mark on the check that the donation is for Mike and Kim Miller in their
missionary work.
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May 22, 2010
There is still room for you if you would like to go on this trip:
The Life & World of Jesus: A Study Tour of Israel
Hosted by the Rev. Canon Paul & Robin Jagoe
(Paul
is the Pastor of St. Philip’s Anglican Church, Orlando Florida)
Stay on the Sea of Galilee. Visit Jesus Childhood home of Nazareth and his ministry home
of Capernaum. Tour the old city of Caesarea. Stand on Mt Carmel where Elijah challenged
the prophets of Baal. Follow the Jordan down to the Dead Sea. Explore Qumran and
Masada. Stay at Christ Church Jerusalem and discover the ancient city. Stand where Jesus
stood. See where he carried out his life and ministry.
We will trace the life of Jesus from Jerusalem to his home in Galilee, giving particular
attention to the influence of Jewish thought and culture of the period on the origins of
Christianity. Our goal is a better understanding of Jesus’ ministry, his place among the
Jewish people, and the application of his teachings for today.
“A trip to Israel is more that a vacation. It is a pilgrimage in the oldest sense of the
word.”
“It will change your life. It will be an investment in your faith that will reap benefits
every time you open a Bible, listen to a sermon, turn on the news, or engage in a
discussion on international relations.”
“It is definitely worth your investment: time, money, energy.”
Click this link for a PDF download with detailed trip information:
The Life & World of Jesus: Shoresh Study Tours -- November 20 – December 2, 2010 -Hosted By: The Rev. Dr. Paul Jagoe
For more info, call Paul Jagoe 321-377-3636 or e-mail him at [email protected]
November 20th-December 3rd
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May 22, 2010
Hi…here’s a little trivia for you.
Did you know that all these types of prayers can be found in the Bible?
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Confession (Psalm 51; Luke 18:10-24)
Praise (1 Chronicles 29:10-13; Luke 1:46-55)
Thanksgiving (Psalm 105:1-7; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18)
Petition (Genesis 24:12-14; Acts 1:24-26)
Intercession (Exodus 32:11-13; Philippians 1:9-11)
Commitment (1 Kings 8:56-61; Acts 4:24-30)
Forgiveness (Daniel 9:4-19; Acts 7:60)
Confidence (Psalm 23; Luke 2:29-32)
Benediction (Numbers 6:24-26; Jude 24)
Now, here’s a little request from The Church Mouse:
After using these forms of prayer this week, send me a little note on how they worked
for you. Which type of prayer gave you the most blessing and comfort? Was one
type of prayer easier to pray than another? Did any type of prayer leave you feeling
closer to God? Was any type of prayer difficult for you? Email me at
[email protected]. I’ll print the responses in next week’s Rocket.
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May 22, 2010
Car Wash – May 29th
Woo Hoo! Thank goodness it’s almost car
wash time. Mine’s really D-I-R-T-Y. Folks, get
those cars down to the church on May 29th,
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
KIDS – please join in and bring a friend with
you. The more the merrier. After the car wash,
the workers will be served lunch.
Please call Ryan at 289-1522 to let him know
that you are coming and how many of your
friends will be joining you. Bring your elbow
grease and your buddies, and let’s wash some
cars.
This is going to be a little work and a lot of
fun!!
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May 22, 2010
Adult Christian Education
Sundays, 9:00 a.m.
Oh, boy! If you haven’t been coming to the Adult Ed series that is currently ongoing,
you are MISSING something fantastic. Ray Vander Laan is an excellent teacher, and
we are so fortunate that Deacon Joe is showing this series.
Please come; you will be blessed.
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April 25
When Storms Come – Sea of Galilee
May 2
Piercing the Darkness - Kursi
May 9
Gates of Hell – Caesarea Phillipi
May 16
City of the Great King Part 1 – The Temple
May 23
City of the Great King Part 2 - Jerusalem
May 30
The Lamb of God – Mount of Olives
June 6
The Weight of the World – Capernaum Gethsemane
June 13
Roll Away the Stone – Garden Tomb
June 20
Power of the People – Southern Stairs
June 27
Total Commitment – Caesarea
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May 22, 2010
One Sunday a pastor told his congregation that the church needed some extra money
and asked the people to prayerfully consider giving a little extra in the offering plate.
He said that whoever gave the most would be able to pick out three hymns.
After the offering plates were passed, the pastor glanced down and noticed that
someone had placed a $1,000 bill in offering. He was so excited that he
immediately shared his joy with his congregation and said he'd like to personally
thank the person who placed the money in the plate.
And there sat our Rosie all the way in the back shyly raising her hand. The
pastor asked her to come to the front. Slowly she made her way to the pastor.
He told her how wonderful it was that she gave so much and in thanksgiving asked
her to pick out three hymns.
Her eyes brightened as she looked over the congregation, pointed to the three
most handsome men in the building and said, "I'll take him and him and him!"
‘TIL NEXT WEEK,
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