English Bulletin, February 21, 2015
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English Bulletin, February 21, 2015
Fundamental Beliefs of Seventh-day Adventists (9-11 out of 28) 9. The Life, Death, and Resurrection of Christ In Christ’s life of perfect obedience to God’s will, His suffering, death, and resurrection, God provided the only means of atonement for human sin, so that those who by faith accept this atonement may have eternal life, and the whole creation may better understand the infinite and holy love of the Creator. This perfect atonement vindicates the righteousness of God’s law and the graciousness of His character; for it both condemns our sin and provides for our forgiveness. The death of Christ is substitutionary and expiatory, reconciling and transforming. The resurrection of Christ proclaims God’s triumph over the forces of evil, and for those who accept the atonement assures their final victory over sin and death. It declares the Lordship of Jesus Christ, before whom every knee in heaven and on earth will bow. (John 3:16; Isa. 53; 1 Peter 2:21, 22; 1 Cor. 15:3, 4, 20-22; 2 Cor. 5:14, 15, 19-21; Rom. 1:4; 3:25; 4:25; 8:3, 4; 1 John 2:2; 4:10; Col. 2:15; Phil. 2:6-11.) 10. The Experience of Salvation In infinite love and mercy God made Christ, who knew no sin, to be sin for us, so that in Him we might be made the righteousness of God. Led by the Holy Spirit we sense our need, acknowledge our sinfulness, repent of our transgressions, and exercise faith in Jesus as Lord and Christ, as Substitute and Example. This faith which receives salvation comes through the divine power of the Word and is the gift of God’s grace. Through Christ we are justified, adopted as God’s sons and daughters, and delivered from the lordship of sin. Through the Spirit we are born again and sanctified; the Spirit renews our minds, writes God’s law of love in our hearts, and we are given the power to live a holy life. Abiding in Him we become partakers of the divine nature and have the assurance of salvation now and in the judgment. (2 Cor. 5:17-21; John 3:16; Gal. 1:4; 4:4-7; Titus 3:3-7; John 16:8; Gal. 3:13, 14; 1 Peter 2:21, 22; Rom. 10:17; Luke 17:5; Mark 9:23, 24; Eph. 2:5-10; Rom. 3:21-26; Col. 1:13, 14; Rom. 8:14-17; Gal. 3:26; John 3:3-8; 1 Peter 1:23; Rom. 12:2; Heb. 8:7-12; Eze. 36:25-27; 2 Peter 1:3, 4; Rom. 8:1-4; 5:6-10.) 11. Growing in Christ By His death on the cross Jesus triumphed over the forces of evil. He who subjugated the demonic spirits during His earthly ministry has broken their power and made certain their ultimate doom. Jesus’ victory gives us victory over the evil forces that still seek to control us, as we walk with Him in peace, joy, and assurance of His love. Now the Holy Spirit dwells within us and empowers us. Continually committed to Jesus as our Saviour and Lord, we are set free from the burden of our past deeds. No longer do we live in the darkness, fear of evil powers, ignorance, and meaninglessness of our former way of life. In this new freedom in Jesus, we are called to grow into the likeness of His character, communing with Him daily in prayer, feeding on His Word, meditating on it and on His providence, singing His praises, gathering together for worship, and participating in the mission of the Church. As we give ourselves in loving service to those around us and in witnessing to His salvation, His constant presence with us through the Spirit transforms every moment and every task into a spiritual experience. (Ps. 1:1, 2; 23:4; 77:11, 12; Col. 1:13, 14; 2:6, 14, 15; Luke 10:17-20; Eph. 5:19, 20; 6:12-18; 1 Thess. 5:23; 2 Peter 2:9; 3:18; 2 Cor. 3:17, 18; Phil. 3:7-14; 1 Thess. 5:16-18; Matt. 20:25-28; John 20:21; Gal. 5:22-25; Rom. 8:38, 39; 1 John 4:4; Heb. 10:25.) District Pastor 1st Church Elder Church Secretary Head Deacon Church Administrator CONTACTS: : Jonas Singo–[ 0718 424848] : Christopher Kadio – [0754 270776] : Raphael Abok– [0754 584330] : Stephen Mapande – [0713 664711] : J. Nyamu - [ 0767 688810 ] 100 MKALAMA ST, MAGOMENI MWEMBECHAI, BOX 15083, D’SALAAM Email:[email protected]; Website: www.magomenisdachurch.org NBC TSHS A/C: 022101002678; USD A/C: 022105000871; M-PESA: 0763-553622 TIMETABLE OF WORSHIP SERVICES ON SABBATH 7:30AM – 8:00AM - SABBATH SCHOOL TEACHERS’ CLASS 8:01AM – 8:35AM - SABBATH SCHOOL PROGRAMME 8:36AM – 8:45AM - PERSONAL MINISTRIES PROMOTION 8:46AM – 8:55AM - CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS 8:56AM – 9:55AM - DIVINE SERVICE 9:56AM – 11:00AM - SS LESSON DISCUSSION CLASSES Joint Worship Service; Church Construction Offering All visitors and regular church members are welcome for the worship of our gracious Lord.. 21-Feb-15 HOLY SABBATH WORSHIP SERVICE PROGRAMME Date: 21-Feb-15 SABBATH SCHOOL PROGRAMME 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Presider Opening Song Memory Verse & Prayer SS Clerk’s Report Mission Report Special Song Promotion This Sabbath ALL - Next Sabbath ALL - Baptismal classes will be served by church elders. DIVINE SERVICE PROCEDURE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Presider Introit Doxology Prayer Scripture Reading Song Pastoral Prayer Interlude Tithes & Offerings Children Story Song Preacher Song Benediction This Sabbath Elder F. Muganda Hymn No. 495 Hymn No. 660 Elder I. Kamuzora Elder P. Onyango Congregation Elder P. Onyango Hymn No. 684 Elder S. Kinswaga Magomeni Choir Elder I. Kamuzora Congregation Hymn No. 691 Next Sabbath Hymn No. 495 Hymn No. 660 Congregation Hymn No. 684 Magomeni Choir Congregation Hymn No. 691 WEDNESDAY MEETINGS, SABBATH OPENING & CLOSING Wednesday (25-Feb-15) 1 Presider 2 Sermon Friday (27-Feb-15) 1 Presider 2 Sermon Saturday (28-Feb-15) 1 Presider 2 Sermon Elder on duty Pr. J. Singo Elder on duty Music Dept Elder on duty - CHURCH ELDERS ON DUTY: 15-Feb-15 to 28-Feb-15: EZEKIEL MUKUNDI (0684 566398); ADAM NYANDO (0713 130133) INVITATION: You are all welcome, both guests and regular members, for the worship of our gracious Lord. Guests, please feel at home. Sincerely, joyfully, and humbly, let us enjoy the Sabbath rest, giving thanks and praises to God, our redeemer. May the Lord grant us special Sabbath blessings as we worship Him together. Welcome again next Sabbath. CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS: 1. The “REPOSE IN JESUS PRAYERS” takes place every Wednesday at 5:30AM in the Church; you are all invited. 2. SPECIAL MID-WEEK WORSHIP SERVICE together with prayer meetings are held every Wednesday evening starting from 5:30pm to 7:00pm. Please do not plan to miss and you are encouraged to come with a visitor. 3. EVERY FRIDAY EVENING, starting from 5:00pm we will be having a special worship service centred at praising God through songs and testimonies. You are encouraged to come with a visitor. 4. CHURCH CONSTRUCTION We would like to extend our appreciation for all those who have continued to make offering for the church construction. Use a special envelope earmarked specially for this offering. Next Sabbath 28-02-2015 will be special for construction. Please be prepared 5. Children Ministries Dept would like thank parents and all children who participated in special day for children at Ardhi University grounds last Sunday 15-02-2015. 6. Pastor J. Singo and Evangelist Suleiman Moshi are participating in a Leadership seminar in Iringa. The seminar started on 18/02/2015 and will end on 22/02/2015. Let us remember them in our prayers. 7. CHURCH MEETINGS: Tomorrow at 7:00am there will be a Personal Ministries’ Council meeting. Members are reminded to be punctual. On Sunday 1st March 2015, there will be a Church Board at 7:00am. Members are reminded to be punctual. All Youth leaders are called for a meeting today at 4:00pm inside the church building. 8. BEREAVEMENT • We regret to announce the death of Pastor Nikanor N. Kikiwa which happened on Tuesday 17-02-2015 here in Dar es Salaam. Funeral was held in Morogoro on Thursday 19-02-2015. • Our fellow church member, Mrs Kamori lost her nephew on 17/02/2015. Funeral was held at Kinondoni Cemetery on 19/02/2015. • We also regeret to announce the death of sister Dorah Wilson Mwenda, who was a Magomeni church member before transferring her name to Mbezi Luis church recently. The death occurred on 19-02-2015 and the deceased was transported yesterday to Tanga for funeral. Kindly remember to pray for the bereaved families in this difficult times. 9. HOLY MATRIMONY: v PATRICK MANONGI TOGOLANI & BAHATI GABRIEL RAYMOND; MAGOMENI; 22-02-2015. 12:00 noon v DAUDI Z. MANONGI & LATIFA ABBAS BOMBA; MAGOMENI; 22-02-2015. 2:00pm v MAGARYA STEPHEN WAITARA & IRENE KYARA MWANDO; MAGOMENI; 01/03/2015 2:00pm