Pastor’s Paragraphs

Pastor’s Paragraphs
Praise the Lord for a
wonderful Sunday. First,
we were rejoicing in a
public profession of faith
and wonderful worship
services. Additionally, we
were so pleased at the
response of our church
family to a reminder of
our stewardship needs.
As you may note from the financial report on
the back of this mailing, we received approximately $20,000 over the weekly budget
needs. That is a grand beginning towards
bringing our actual ministry costs for the year
in line with giving.
I am grateful for the help of so many who
shared testimonies Sunday about the blessings of being part of God’s work. I learned
from some of the discussions that some were
not aware we were behind in budget giving
and exactly how that related to costs. There
is never one perfect way to communicate.
The guy who figures out how to tell everyone
what they need to know and when they need
to know it, wins a reward of immense proportions. While we do give financial reports on
the back of our mail-out and discuss reports
in Quarterly Business Meetings, we will seek
to do a better job of keeping everyone informed. I would remind everyone the budget
is a general plan for spending and we seek
each year to keep spending under the actual
budget figures.
However, the pattern of giving for many
people is not regular. Many wait until the end
of the year and it makes planning very difficult when expenses are ongoing throughout
the year. The Biblical plan of “laying aside on
the first day of the week” or “putting aside the
first fruits” may sound old, but it is the most
practical way of Christian stewardship. If we
all give as we receive, churches could plan
more effectively and would not be behind.
We are aware it is hard to truly “catch-up” if
you have not been faithful all year. If you
struggle with that process, let me suggest
strongly that you consider “on-line giving” as
an outstanding way to help each of us to be
regular in stewardship all through the year.
“On-line giving” is easy to set up, secure in
transaction and a spiritually fulfilling way to
honor God with your tithes and offerings.
The number is growing in our church including about fifteen families who have moved to
that manner in the last couple of months. If
you are not sure how to do it from the website, please contact Dan Harrison who can
assist you in the process. Your giving decisions will be just as private and secure as if
you gave in a check or otherwise with an envelope.
It is my strong prayer that by the end of
November we can celebrate having caught
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up so that giving has met the expenses so far
this year. Since we were approximately
$100,000.00 behind in giving to date, we
have made an excellent beginning. Let’s all
continue to be faithful in these weeks of gratitude which lead up to Thanksgiving.
We come to the final session of “Connect”
this Sunday evening. This has been an outstanding series of Sunday evenings focusing
on our relationships as believers with one another and the Lord. Thank you to Ricky for
leading in this helpful time together. I encourage each of you to plan to attend this
final session even if you have not been with
us in the others.
Finally, don’t forget the Scripture theme for
November: “Rejoice always; pray without
ceasing; in everything give thanks; for this is
God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” I Thess.
5:16-18.
Rick Marshall
IN THE PULPIT
A.M. “The Wisdom of God”
Romans 16:27
P.M. “Connected” Discipleship Study
COLLEGE
HIGHLIGHT
Please be praying for these students this week.
College is a pivotal time, pray for the spiritual
growth of our students. If you know them,
write a note encouraging them with Bible
verses or just a note that says the church is
thinking of them and praying for them!
AARON DRISKELL
1131 Jackson Avenue
Tuscaloosa, AL 35400
CHASE HIDLE
20 Ferry Oaks Drive
Marbury, AL 36051
Sunday Nights in December
December 7 • 3:00 & 6:00 pm
Hanging of the Green
December 14 • 6:00 pm
EHBC Celebration Singers &
Heritages Choir presents
“Hope Has Hands”
December 21 • 6:00 pm
Children’s Choirs
(3 yrs. through 6th grade) presents
“The Light of the World”
A Traditional Christmas Pageant
(written by Greg Gosselin)
WELCOME
New Member!
Eastern Hills rejoices with Zachary
McCarthy who joined on November 2
by Profession of Faith for Baptism.
220 Richard Road
Wetumpka, AL 36092
LIBRARY NEWS
Our library now has a YA (Young Adult)
section with many books available for
check out. These books are suitable for
older teens/tweens. Please come see
our new books! We also have the
newest Karen Kingsbury book and the
just published Jan Karon book about Mitford & Father Tim. Also, we still have
many books for purchase to be used as
memorials or honorariums. Come
browse our “for purchase” bookshelf.
Come visit our friendly librarians... we’d
love to see you!
Thanks, EHBC Library Staff
ALL SENIORS...
It is approaching that time of the year when you
may consider changing your Part D Drug Plan
or your Medicare Advantage Plan. The open
enrollment period will be October 15 through
December 7. If you are interested in seeing if
there is a better plan or cheaper plan or if you
otherwise need a plan, please contact Ed
Melton at 272-1833 and make an appointment.
Look forward to hearing from some of you.
Sunday, November 9th
After Sunday School and Second Service
CLC Lobby/Green Ridge Welcome Center
You may pre-order by signing up
in your Sunday School classroom.
Proceeds will be used to support
Acteens Christmas Project.
As always, thank you for your support!
TERRY VEAZEY
Pray for Evangelist Terry Veazey as he
conducts evangelistic meetings in Manado,
Indonesia from November 11 to 25.
For additional information,
go online to www.terryveazey.org
Sunday, December 7th
3:00 & 6:00 pm
FEATURING: Eastern Hills Sanctuary Choir & Orchestra
BOOK CLUB
**December 11th
“Mr. Miracle”
by Debbie Macomber
(Note date is second Thursday
due to Hanging of the Green)
Book Club meets in Room 144 at 6:00 pm.
Sponsored by the Women’s Ministry. All are Welcome!
ALSO FEATURING: Youth Choir, Celebration Singers,
Celebration Ringers (handbells), Ensembles, Soloists,
Narration, Interpretive Movement, Visual Arts and more.
Come help us ring in the Christmas Season
exploring the rich traditions of the holiday and
celebrate the hope we find in the Christ Child!
EASTERN HILLS BAPTIST CHURCH
www.ehbconline.com • (334) 272-0604 Ext. 210 or 214
Childcare available for birth through 5 years old • FREE ADMISSION
Children’s Ministr y
B I RT H DAY B OA R D
Sarah Teel
Kloe Hilliard
November 10
November 13
(12)
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CHILDREN’S NEWS
GOBBLE GOBBLE
It is time for our annual Turkey Hunt at
Eastern Hills. IT is a fun and crazy time
for the whole family. Kids find puzzle
pieces and race to finish a giant turkey
puzzle. Preschoolers have their own separate race with a much smaller puzzle. If
you have not attended the Turkey Hunt,
you have missed out on a lot of crazy fun.
Date: Sunday, November 23
Time: Right after the 10:45 service
Cost: $1.00 per person for Turkey
sandwich lunch.
Mondays • 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
in Room 150
We are studying the Pastoral of
Epistles (1 & 2 Timothy & Titus)
Up-coming Events
SENIOR ACTIVITIES
Celebration Singers Rehearsal
Thursday, November 13 & 20 at 9:30 am
S AV E T H E D AT E !
SUNDAY,
FEBRUARY 15
6:00 pm
Veritas
IN CONCERT
Check out this talented group of men on their website:
www.jrafaith.com/veritas/
December 6, 2014
We will begin collecting new and unwrapped
toys the weeks of November 16-30 for
the Montgomery Baptist Toy Sale.
This MBA Ministry offers a wonderful opportunity
for families in need to purchase toys for
their children for Christmas.
Chappy’s Breakfast Bunch
Monday, November 24 at 8:00 am
MUSIC NOTES
SANCTUARY CHOIR
Rehearsals, Wednesdays at 6:15 pm
YOUTH CHOIR
Sundays at 4:45 pm in the choir suite.
All youth in grades 7-12, come join us!
CHILDREN’S CHOIRS
SING IN 6:00 pm WORSHIP
Preschoo1 1, November 9
First Grade Choir, November 16
Tickets available online at www.ehbcwomensministry.com for $25
The Women’s Ministry is very excited about the Lisa Whelchel Women’s Conference in
January. We will again be giving out Door Prizes at the conference. If you own a business or
know someone who does and would be willing to donate a Door Prize or ask for one, please
contact Debbie Johnson at (334) 221-3826 We will acknowledge the business in the printed
program that weekend. Donations are tax deductible and receipts will be provided.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT MENU
November 12, 2014
Family Night Meal 4:45 p.m.
Meatloaf
Mashed Potatoes
Steamed Cabbage
Fruit Salad
Cornbread
Chocolate Pudding
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CHILDREN’S MENU
Pizza, Chips, Cookie, Drink
SOUP/SALAD BAR
Tuna Fish
Please note that you must CALL THE CHURCH
OFFICE BY12:00 pm ON MONDAY
to make or change your reservation.
NO SHOWS ARE EXPECTED TO PAY
FA M I LY
CONGRATULATIONS
To Faye Wells on the birth of a grandson,
Vincent “Wells” Klima, born November 2,
2014. Proud parents are Bill & Liddy Klima.
CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY
To Keith and Brenda Hill & Family in the
death of her father, William C. Younger.
To Family & Friends in the death of Elden
McKemy.
ME N’S
Prayer Group
Tuesdays at 6:45 am in the Reception Room
We gratefully acknowledge gifts
to the church in memory of:
Elden McKemy
Given by: Hurley Sunday School Class
Dr. & Mrs. David Jarrell
Sheron Poole
Jim & Kay Miller
Annie Edwards
Given by: Betty Hutchinson
Dr. & Mrs. David Jarrell
Philip Belflower
Given by: Dr. & Mrs. David Jarrell
Roger Poole
Given by: Sheron Poole
We gratefully acknowledge gifts
to the church in honor of:
Dr. Rick Marshall
Rev. Dan Harrison
Rev. Ricky Solar
Rev. Keith Pate
Rev. Greg Gosselin
Rev. Mark McLendon
Rev. William Robles
Given by: Sheron Poole
THIS SUNDAY
Counting Committee
Morris Kendrick, Robert Barnes
Deacon Offering Chairman
8:15 am – Jim Gouge
10:45 am – Harry Brash
Deacons of the Week
November 9 – Steve Sprayberry, Jim Solze
Security Team
11/9 & 11/12 – Earl Venable, Ed Rutledge
Golf Cart Drivers
John Messick, Jim Tanner
Wednesday Night Servers
Lillian Antes, Faye Spivey, Bobbie Owens,
Gray & Judy Watson
EXTENDED SESSION WORKERS
NOVEMBER 9
Captain: Melissa Steward
Please be in place by 8:00 am.
8:15 Bed Babies: Pam & Neal Kendrick
Toddlers:
Tony & Karen Owens
Please be in place by 10:30 am.
10:45 Bed Babies: Lisa Emerson
Toddlers:
Jackie Argo, Glenda Hardin
2’s: Randy & Jen Pollard
3’s: Brian & Laura Hidle
4’s: Trey & Jessica Kennedy
ON THE GROW
Sunday School Attendance for
November 2, 2014
Att.
G.O.
8
Preschool
43
Children
52
Youth
69
Adults
479
Spanish Ministry
12
Total
663
BUDGET REPORT
Year to Date
Budget Requirements
Budget Receipts
uNDER BuDGET
$1,618,743.72
1,517,324.01
101,419.71
Weekly Budget Report
November 2, 2014
Budget Requirements
Budget Receipts
OVER BuDGET
Designated
Continue the Dream
Designated
$36,789.63
57,131.66
20,342.03
$3,307.50
1,992.93