May 1, 2016 - West End Church of Christ

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1303 Ralph D. Abernathy Blvd.
Atlanta, Georgia 30310
Phone: 404-753-6271 | Fax: 404-755-8980
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 10499 | Atlanta, GA 30310
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West End’s 111th Anniversary
8 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.
GUEST SPEAKER
Dr. Rodney Dulin, Dallas, TX
9:40 a.m.
GUEST SONG LEADERS
Darwin Mason, Rayshan Booker, Malcolm Himes
There will be no 6 p.m. service tonight.
ABOUT OUR GUEST SPEAKER
Dr. Rodney D. Dulin has been the visionary leader for the Central Pointé
Church of Christ since 2006. He is a native of Dallas, Texas, and he
thrives on empowering and edifying the saints. Dr. Dulin is also passionate
about nurturing the ministries of the church and watching the people of
God mature in their purpose. He always says, “There’s a spot on the team
for everybody, you just have to get off of the bench and get in the game!”
Dr. Dulin graduated from Southwestern Christian College with an
Associate of Arts degree in 1993. He earned a Bachelor of Business
degree in Administration from the University of North Texas in 1997. He is
a graduate of the Southern Bible Institute and in 2007, graduated Cum
Laude with a Master of Arts degree in Christian Leadership from Criswell
College. He also graduated in 2013 with an earned Doctorate degree in
Theology from Andersonville Theological Seminary. Dr. Dulin and his wife,
Shalonda, are the proud parents of two children: Mia and Roman.
Education Ministry Update
Bible Classes Time Change - Summer Quarter
Adult and youth Bible classes on Wednesday evenings will begin at 7 p.m. starting
with the Summer Quarter that begins on Wednesday, June 1. Class time will be from
7 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. The time change is a trial period for the Summer Quarter, but
may become the new time after information is reviewed and assessed. Please make
plans within each of your households to ensure a smooth transition to the new time.
See David Bishop with any questions.
P R AY E R L I S T
If you have a desire for prayer, or know someone who does, forward your request to
Tonya Sykes ([email protected]), or call Doris Morgan at 404-346-1372
([email protected]), Angela Okpara ([email protected]), Nettie Fanning
at 404-696-9104, or Debbie Sledge at 404-314-2666 ([email protected]). In order
to avoid duplication, names that are currently listed on the Sick and Shut-In list will not
be added to the Prayer List.
Barbara Brown
Sara Minnifield
Helen & Robert Chatman
Gwendolyn Nelems
Mario Springer
Tabitha Young
Joey Gaines
Charles Griffin & Family
Frances Graham
Mary Phillips
Beppie Jones
Valarie Caraballo
Lillian Minton
Christine Hunter
Ralph Williams
Jessica Chappel
Lisa Jamison
Arie Luster
Tamara Nixon
Skylar Babino
Marlene Musgrave
Wilma Babino
Beulah King
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WEST END ACTIVITIES & INFO
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The 2016 Georgia Agape Golf Marathon will be held May 9. Friends of Agape will
raise funds through teams who participate in a day long golfing experience. Funds
raised will provide support for the foster care and adoption program. If you would like
to join the West End team please contact Bill Moore (404-593-3381 or
[email protected]) or Gerald Duncan (678-794-4491).
Survey Results Available – The results for the Education Survey can be found at
www.thewestender.com/serve-page/ministeriescore/education. This will allow the
congregation to see what has been important to the congregation concerning class
offerings, materials, etc. and to guage the progress in the education department.
Have your kids outgrown their uniforms? The Back-to-School & Health Fair
Committee is asking for donations of new or gently used school uniforms, sizes pre
K through high school (any colors, all sizes). Donations of plastic hangers are also
needed (child and adults sizes). Donations can be placed in the small box in the
foyer. Please contact Barbara Hardie ([email protected]) with any questions.
The Men of Valor Regional Men’s Conference will be held Jul. 28-30 at the Atlanta
Evergreen Marriott Conference Resort in Stone Mountain, GA. The cost is $299 per
person (double occupancy) / $399 (single occupancy) which includes registration,
2-night stay, all meals, speakers’ notes binder and a t-shirt. The theme is “A
Transformed Non-Conformist” (Rom. 12:1-2). For complete details and to register
visit www.thewestender.com/mens-conference.
The 2016 Marriage Retreat will be held Aug. 18-20 at WinShape Retreat in Rome,
GA. The cost is $412 per couple, to include lodging, meals and retreat materials.
A deposit of $50 is required to reserve your space. Register at www.marriagesmadestronger.com.
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YOUTH / SINGLES / YOUNG ADULTS
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Vacation Bible Camp – Register Today for Free – Registration for Vacation Bible
Camp (VBC) is underway. The camp is for absolutely free and is for ages 5-11 It will
be held Monday, July 18 though Wednesday, July 20. Visit www.thewestender.com/
vacation-bible-camp to register. Email any questions to [email protected].
Youth in Action's YIA Kids Family Indoor/Outdoor Field Day May 21 – Parents:
YIA-Kids is hosting a Family Indoor/Outdoor Field Day at on Saturday, May 21 for
West End families with children ages 4-11. The event will be held at the Tony
Matthews Boys and Girls Club (785 Fontaine Rd. SW, Mableton, GA 30126). from 11
a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be games, race competitions, arts and crafts, and activities
for you and your children. Lunch will be served, and the event is completely free.
Come spend a fun afternoon and with YIA-Kids. Sign the list in the foyer or send an
email to [email protected]; put “Coming to Field Day” in the subject line.
VBC Youth Counselors Needed – Youth in grades 6-12 are needed to assist as
counselors and helpers. Sign up on the list in the foyer. Parents and youth can send
an email to [email protected] by putting “Youth Counselor” in the subject line.
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LADIES
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SATURDAY – The Women of Faith will host a Mother-Daughter Brunch at the
home of William and Gayron Johnson Saturday, May 7 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The
Theme is “Far Above Rubies.” Please sign up in the foyer if you plan to attend.
Ladies, plan to attend West End’s Women’s Empowerment Conference Jun. 3-4,
Friday 7 to 9 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a continental breakfast
beginning at 8 a.m. Due to our building project, there is a registration fee of $25. The
theme is “How To Survive Your Breaking Point.” Speakers include Alvin Daniels
(Hope St. CofC, Miami, FL), Vanessa Heyward, Carole Hamilton, Terri Mays and
Angela Clay. The vendor fee is $150. For complete details and to register visit
www.thewestender.com/women2016 or contact Gayron Johnson at the church
office, 404-753-6271 or Sony Heyward ([email protected]).
T O D A Y
Attention West End
Families – Parent & Youth
Fellowship
All youth and parents are invited to a
Youth in Action Parent & Youth
Fellowship in the Wesley R. Brown, Sr.
Fellowship Hall today following the
10:45 a.m. service. Stop by and meet
with the YIA-Kids and YIA-Teens
leaders and staff volunteers. Learn
about our 2016 plans, register for the
youth retreat, Vacation Bible Camp, and
more. Robust and filling refreshments
will be provided to all that attend.
Youth Retreat July 21-24
PRE-REGISTER ONLINE TODAY
Youth in Action’s Annual Youth Retreat
will be held Jul. 21-24 at the YMCA
Hargis Retreat in Chelsea, AL. The
Youth Retreat is for youth in grades
6-12. Up to 95 youth can register.
The cost is:
$120 - 1st child
$100 - 2nd child
$90 - 3rd child
The theme is, Compassion (Matt. 15:32).
Parents, please visit www.thewestender.com/2016-youth-retreat to preregister, and complete all information
until formal registration begins.
New Members
Luncheon
All new members that were baptized
or placed membership in 2015 are
invited to a New Members Luncheon
Saturday, May 22 immediately after
the 10:45 a.m. service. Please sign
up in the foyer if you plan to attend.
MAY AT A GLANCE
TODAY 111th Anniversary
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Youth in Action Field Day
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New Members Luncheon
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Men’s Breakfast/Training
Family & Friends Day
High School
Graduates
Recognition June 12
SIGN UP NOW ONLINE
West End’s Annual High School
Graduates Recognition & Reception
will be held on Sunday, June 12, at
1:30 p.m. Congratulations to graduating high school seniors: Gibran
Powell, Simone Bates, Khalia Ross,
Brandon
Iverson,
Darrinique
Kirksey, Nathan Pettaway, Jordan
Williams, and Jasmyne McGaughy.
Are You Still Missing?
Complete the Census. Be Counted!
L A S T D AY
Scan the code or visit
www.thewestender.com/census
today to complete a brief survey
(2-3 minutes). The general information
you provide about you and your
household will aid our planning for future growth.
SICK & SHUT-IN
To be included or to have someone included or removed from this listing
please contact Gayron Johnson at the church office.
Titus Mathis, son of LaTonia Mathis. Visitors are welcomed. For visitation information,
contact Sis. Mathis directly at 404-769-2147. Thomas & Opal Chase – A.G. Rhodes, Rm.
222, Atl., GA 30312. Joyce Mapp – 3371 Hyland Dr., Decatur, GA, 30032; 404-438-1555.
Henry Ross – 3593 Ingledale Dr. SW, Atl., GA. 30331; 404-349-0716. Junette Tibbs – A.G.
Rhodes, Rm. 102, Atl., GA 30312. Daneka Vickers, Anreneka Johnson, Quetbell
Allen, Denise Jenkins.
P R AY E R L I N E
The West End Prayer Warriors have a prayer line. Call 678-444-4170, option #2
anytime to have someone to pray with and for you.