Welcome Visitors - Highlands Church of Christ
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Welcome Visitors - Highlands Church of Christ
V WelcomeVisitors Ifyou are visiting with us today, we consider you orx bonondgt*t! Please6ll out a guestcard locatedin the back of the seatin ftont of you and place it in the offering plate. Our last week's visitors were: Al & Margatet Siegfried 88 Howe Rd., Keng Ohlo 4424O,Mike Butts 530 S. Flodda Ave., Lakeland, Flotida 33801, Lynn & Sally Dtxon 2928 Quail Rise Ct., Tallahassee,Florida 32309. Shepherds: Deacons: Merle P'aris CleaeBleuins Henr1 Krkland Marc Prvsnell Mike Dix T*A Douberly C*rg Smelser Paul Hads Cibson Steed Alan Pittman Bob lValnsle1 Mike Nhl [email protected] Senior Minister Randal Mlters r an dalcmyers @y ahoo.com 865-9qq-o48 Childrcn, Youth & Family Ministet: John lYatson,Jr. watson5Sl [email protected] Tteasutet: Robin lYickman Rolph Rogers Secrctary: Melinda McMahon [email protected] Prav For Our Young PeoDle... Do Thev Need It! Bv Randal M Listen to this quote I read this week. "I seeno hope for the future of our people if they arc dependent on the ftivolous youth f today, fot certainly all youth are recklessbeyond wotds. r0(/henI was a boy, we v/ere taught to be discrete and respectfi of but the present youth ate disrespectful and intolerant of limitation" t certainly describesmost of them that I know. A1l you have to do is to drive your cat in our own neighborhood about :00 when school gets out to seethat this quote really true. Neat the comet of Peterson and Birsch it's impossible to get rough with teenagerswallcingin the streets...some groups ate walking three and four side-by-side. I'll tell you. .. Oh wait! t quote was made by a Greek poet named Hesiod who lived from 750 to 650 BC! That's almost 3000 years ago. ere'splenty to be upsetabout when it comesto youngpeople...but that true of AIL youngpeople...whenI was a teenag€t vrhen you vere a teenageror a teen€er living when Jesuslived ot a teenagerwhen Hesiod lived or a teenagerwhen Abnwas around. It's toqh to be a teenagerjust becauseof their position in life; not a child anymore and not an adult eithet. e need to pray for our youth alright but not the prayer you might have thought I meant at the beginning of this article. We hank God fot them. V/here would we be without out kids. Out kids ate the lifeblood of the church. I love the babies and joy watching them as they gtow. I love seeing two people fall in love and I love having the younget couples who have the S. e need to thank God that out young people love to worship in our singing for instance. I love to hear the teen'svoices singing with enthusiasm Shout to the Lord ot I-ord I Lift Yout Name on High. Some others would tathet ve sing Hallelujah, iseJehovahorJust a Litde Talk withJesus. ButI love it when vre havea truly blendedsewice...somesongsdudng the serice thet everyonecan relate to ftom theit point of view or life experienceand together we join our voices in ptaising God. is atticle could quickly tum into a rcsearchpaper ot a book so I1l stop for now. But we need to thank God for so many hings as relatesto out youth. Most urg€ndy tight now we need to ptay fot Gods blesshgs on about 30 of thetn vzith theit who have gone to Winterfest in Gatlinburg. Our prayer for them is that they've had fun, are delivered back to us fe and sound, that tle subjectscovered at the event vrill sink deepwithin thetn and that theit dationships are strengthened our kids. eace.Randal COMMUNION SIGN-UP It is that time of year again, we are looking for people to help preparethe communion for evening services.If you would be willing to offer your time to help serve in this area) pleasesigr up on the back bulletin board in the Auditorium. MINISTRYUPDATES !7ith a new year upon us, we are looking to update and tefresh our ministry lists. You will find posted lists of those that have signed up in the past located in the back of the auditorium. We ask that you pleasetake a look and make sure your name is on the papers if you would like to serve in the areasof Nursery, Gteeters, or Baptismal Garment Care fot 20t5.If you would like to be removed, pleasescratch your name off, and if you would like to be added, please add your name to the list. 1{Hi:??g* ilIryrf HIGHI-AI{DS FAMILY The Honduras team is gearing up fot their sununer mission trip, June 10-21,.If you would like to help, you may do so in the followlng ways: pray for the dp, donate items for the garaige sale to be held on March 7th, donate money fot Bibles, food, trip cost, ot sponsor a home. If you need more information, pleaseseeJose Cano or Belinda Smelset. CONGRATUI-ATIONS We are h"ppy to announce Bill Lawrence has been acceptedinto the ' ' UtNr' I t Blooming Arts Festival, to showcase ' his tecord art. We are so happy for you Bill, if you would like to support him in this wondetful accomplishment, th. festival will be in Bartow on March 7th & 8th! Pleasesee Bill with questions. MISSION TEAM FoR HIRE So much work, so little time! The Honduras Mission Team is here to help! Hire a Missions Team Member to complete your yard work, house cleaning, small proiects, or anything else you can thfurk of. Funds donated for the work will go towards the 2015 Mission Trip. PleasecontactJose or Melissa Cano with questions or to request work. ons NEW BABY I Congratulations, Steven & Alexandra Blanton, on the birth of your new baby grl. Elena Ashley was ,/ born on Febru^r{ 79.2015. ,1,WiluM Sptead the Wotd Seminar- This special seminat will be taught by Andy Millet and held hete at Highlands Church of Christ on April 24-2612015. Registtation will begin Febru^ty I and close April 17,2015. A signup sheet is posted in the foyer. Matedals for the seminar are $30 per participant. For those who stgn up during the registration period there will be no charge. Lunch will be ptovided on Saturday and Sunday for the registeredparticipants at no cost to the participants. The only items participants will be asked to provide are dessertson Sundav. The schedule will be as follows: Friday,6:00 to 9:00 PM Saturday, 9:00AIVI to 4:00 PM Sunday, 12200to 4:00 PM Kid's Corner!!! Children's Church Schedule Line Up it Foyer by way of Prince or Pdncess Ptoceed to the Children's \Worship Room Children will sing three worship songs Prayer and Contribution Puppet Skit with Theo 2-3Year Olds are Dismissed to theit Individual Classtoom 7. All other children are dismissed into gtoups by age fot alternating activities of Crafts and Story Time. 8. Children ate picked .tp after AM Services in the Fellowship Hall 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Children's Church Team: Story Time: Gerri Doyon Ctafts: Andrea Willis 2 & 3Year Olds: Heather Stone & Anne-Ashley Fawcett Month of Match: Story Time: Teri Ptesnell Crafts: Lori Irwin 2 & 3 Year Olds: Melissa Cano OUR 2015HONDURAS TEAM fiffif We are excited to announce this year's 2015 Honduras Mission Team! Caleb Barton, Julia Barton, Jose Cano, Gayle Harsell, DeAndria Harris, Shondria Lopez, Anthony Mackey, McKinsey Myers, Randal Myers, Belinda Smelset,and Nick \il7ilson. MILITARY r"'ia:T:. ,ffiffT#.:::,il ?:'ff m, inKuwait Joseph Riffe's is serving in El Salvador.Joseph's address, is as follows: AT2 fuffe 60001 FPO AA 34007-0001 wt/tf Fon oun ilILlrAnY CSL Comalapa Unit rr II j - II -l r.?8 UNDER CONSTRUCTION The Children's Ministry is undergoing some exciting eagerto share the details!!! The Big revamping! We ^re Reveal, Coming Soon!!! o rtr fi Wi n te r 2 0 1 5 Pa g e4 UPCOMINGEVENTS Worshin Schedule Sundavs BibleStudy 9:30am I0:30 am Worship Eve.Worship 6:00pm Vl/ednesdavs BibleStudy 6:30pm ATTENDANCE RECORD Weekof February15,2015 Sunday Bible Class Morning Worship PM Worship ll0 279 85 Wednesday I 18 Contribution Weekly Budget $7,994 $9,100 February 25th- The church will be holding a Blood Drive from 5:30-8:00 PM. All donors will receive a BUriflrfree t-shirtandwellness checkup! Attention! Acts Groups | &2 EventThutsday February 26ft in the FLC Caf6 at 6:30pm. We will be having breakfast for dinner! Everyone please b.itg yout favorite breakfast side, dish, or drink. Breakfast cassetolewill be ptovided. If you have any questions, please see Kelly Tteio. t5t The Bell Shoals Chutch of Christ invites all interested men to participate in their annual Ments Retreat. Brother Olu Shabazz from the Harlem Chutch of Christ will lead the weekend study entitled, "A SavedLife". Signup sheets and FAQ sheets are posted on the foyet bulletin board or you may contact Vernon Howell at 8il1-391-4540 Wednesdav Fellowship Meal Chef Buster will be serving up Spaghetti,Green Beans,Buttered Corn, Salad,Rolls, and Dessert!Come join us at 5:30pm . =_€ =b=goooroocano *>#- reuowship! F*8S,WE THIS WEEK-02 ^ ^O15 Gteeters: Jim Boatenhammer Diane Boatenhafiuner Nurserv Attendants: Pam Kapocsi Lisa Sharp NEXT \rEEK-O3 /01 ^015 Greeters: Bob Odum Sally Odum Nursery Attendants: - Mrry Jo Riley Janet Wickman Cate of Bantismal Garments: February: Gayle Harsell VENDORS NEEDED! The Honduras Mission Team is hosting our fi.rstannual ctaft fair alongurith the yard sale on March 7th. If you are a craftet or vendot and would like i booth, please see in fU.frsa Cano. Infonnational Signup packets are I located on the foyet table. The Mission Team is also accepting donations for the yard sale,please feel ftee to statt brirg"g these items into the church. Singles/Young Prcfessionals' - Dessert Event in the FLC, on March 21st at 6:30pm. Please sign up in the foyet if you plan to attend. If you have questions, see Buster Beeman, of ^ny Melinda McMahon. Andl l8th-Foundation Christian Academv will be holding golf tournament. Best Shot Scramble ^ f format includes 18 holes of championship go[ c rt, .rs. of driving range, and practice putting green. 4|l Gtab bags and Dinner from Moe's included. Price per player is $100. Putting contest begins at 11:00am, shotgun at t00pm. Entty deadline is Monday, April 13th. An informational fly.t, and tegisttation forms are located on the foyer table. If you have any questions, please Heathet Stone. Olfszl ot"t& Aprit lgth- Flonduras Lunch/Silent Auction afterAM services.More detailsforthcoming. fT t TTIE AIVESOME POWER OF PRAYER Jennifet Barton, had successfulsurgery on her shoulder. She udll be in a sling for five weeks, and starting physical therapy soon. Lindsey Brassford, a dear friend and neighbor of Bill Shuler, underwent an exploratory surgery last Friday. Pleasepray the doctors are able to determine what is causing her discomfort and for her rapid healing and reco\rery. 6613 Newman Circle West, Lakeland, FL. 3381,1, Diane Gash, a dear friend of Faye Kirkland, was found unconscious with no heart beat and they suspect it v/as a result of an electrical shock, while they have been able to restart her heart, she is still critical as they try to determine the extent of brain damage.Prayers for her healing would be greatly appreciated. Arthur Hightower, grandson of Dorsey & Sandy Hightower, has been rescheduled for brain surgery on February 23'd, at the Florida Hospital for Children in Orlando. He will remain in the ICU until Friday, when they will perform a second surgical procedure to remove the tumors tesponsible for seizure activity. Luanne Keel, fell last week in her kitchen and has broken her wrist. They have placed a cast eadier this week, and she had a CT Scan on Saturday to determine if the break will heal propetly or if surgery will be required. Faye Kirkland, fell and has three cracked ribs. She is looking at least a 6 week recovery. Dotothy Otto, aunt of Tom Plochocki, has awakened from the coma, and now entered rehab. The progress is slow and she still has a long road ahead of her. Continued prayers would be appreciated. Bryce Siebrands, the great grandson of Tom & Mary Wilson, had a successful surgery. The liver transplant 'was a perfect match and he is tecovering. The Wilson's are very appreciative all the prayers and ask that we please continue to keep Bryce in pral'er for his healing. Bill Shulet, recently had surgery on this teeth, as well as he will be starting radiation as his cancer has returned. Maurine Stillwagon, fell and has broken her shoulder. Pleasepray for her healing. Carol Wallace, suffered the loss of her mother. Carol is currently in Alabama for the funeral. Pleasekeep her in thought and prayer at this difficult time and for safe travels. Ron Vellsted, nephew of Jeanette Clark, is having a lot of pain with M.S., which has resulted in him having to quit his job. Prayers for him during this difficult time would be appreciated. Pleasecontinue to pray for Richard Allen, Adam Baumoehl, Jacqui Bergh, Ken Douberly, Susan Faulkner, Merle Farris, Catherine Grant, TanyaJohnson, Eatl Light, Shondria lnpez, Melissa Pflieger, Whitney Reed, Shatasha Rice, Matha Roark, Tiffany Rogets, Mamie Sexton, Linda Taylor, Terrell Family, Bevedy Vinson, and Elizabeth Warnsley. Also, pleasepray for those who have recentll, lost loved ones. Neighborhood Bible Study Groups This fall Highlands is going to take another step in getting the good news ofJesus out into our neighborhoods. After months of discussion, prayer, and planning your elders have decided the time has come for Highlands to begin hosting neighbodrood Bible study groups in the homes of Highlands members. Beginning this fall, groups will meet on Sunday evenings in homes for the purpose of creating an environment where the gospel is shared, personal growth is encouraged, and spiritual friendships can be expedenced. We are informing the church now becausebeginning the first Sunday in March a thirteen week training of group leaders and co-leaderswill begin. This training will be conducted by Craig Smelser on Sunday evenings and will be for the pulpose of teaching leaders how to conduct a meeting where the three purposes are kept in balance and the groups don't regressinto those habits and practices we are most comfortable with. In addition, the leaderswill be introduced to the study material we will be using initially for the Bible studies. The neighborhood Bible study groups will consist of 1,0-1,2adults plus theit children. The number of groups Highlands begins with will be based on the number of trained leaders ready to commit to leading a Bible study group this fall. We do remember and are aware that Highlands has tried similar things in the past with mixed results at best. We believe with good training, a common set of goals and purposes, the use of common Bible study material, and strong leadershipthat the three purposes expressedabove can be accomplishedand this will be a tool God uses to spread the light of his Son into our neighbodroods. Participation in small groups will not be required and there will continue to be a meeting here at the building on Sunday evenings. We do believe neighborhood Bible studl' groups can be an effective use of this third hour of time we ask Highlands's members to give on Sundays for tl-repurpose of growing in faith, hope and love. We ask that you be in prayer about these Bible study groups and your role in their successin reaching into the neighbodroods where we live.