“Where strangers become friends, and friends become family.”
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“Where strangers become friends, and friends become family.”
2201 Rainbow Drive Gadsden, AL 35901 Phone: 256-547-3731 rainbowchurchofchrist.org Times of Service: Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 am Bible Class: 10:30 am Hispanic Service: 3:00 pm Evening Worship: 5:00 pm Wednesday: 7:00 pm Issue 11 Volume 47 “Where strangers become friends, and friends become family.” Y or N - Is it acceptable to leave less than a 5% tip at a restaurant after receiving good service? T or F– God has clearly expressed His desire for His people to give to Him, as a reminder of what He has given us (Leviticus 27:30-32; Malachi 3:8-10). Let each one do just as he has ____________ in his _______; not ___________ or under _______________; for God loves a ______________ giver (II Corinthians 9:7). What is the real value of tithing? It helps us center our lives on ____________. (Matthew 19:21) This past week Harper Hayes made her entrance into this world. She is absolutely beautiful and mom, dad, and big brother are all doing well. We are excited for the Hayes family and we congratulate them on the birth of Harper Lillian Hayes. T or F - God promises to provide for the needs of those who place Him first in their life (II Corinthians 9:8-11) When we become sacrificial givers… Our life becomes __________ (Malachi 3:10; II Corinthians 9:6) God is _____________ (II Corinthians 9:12-13; Acts 2:44-47) Our Elders have designated that our Spring quarter (March-May) will be Bible Class Emphasis Quarter. During that quarter they have decided that we will be flipping our normal routine on Sunday morning. Our worship hour at 9:30 and then our Bible classes will begin following its conclusion. Along with our normal Bible classes curriculum for the children we will be having several new classes beginning in March. Dave Lasseter will be teaching a series, to the teenagers, entitled Hear God. They will looking at the things of this world that are drowning out their willingness and ability to listen to God. Sunday Morning David Wallace and John Wallace will be teaching in the auditorium on Jesus (and other New Testament teachings) Chris Mikle will be teaching in the daycare room on Is your God real? Defending His existence Blake Jones will be teaching in the fellowship hall classroom on Building a Stronger Marriage Last week we had almost 80% stay following worship and attend Bible class….that’s wonderful! Our Bible classes are going to be great; but your presence, participation, and prayers will make them so much better! Blake Jones Dave Lasseter Jessica Lasseter • • • Minister Youth Minister Secretary • • • 256.504.5080 256.393.6405 256.547.3731 • • • [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Pew Packers will be meeting tonight following our evening worship service. This is always a great time of singing, learning, and laughing for the children of our congregation. Our new quarter on Wednesday nights started this past Wednesday and with it three new adult classes began. John Bowling is teaching in the auditorium on the book of I Thessalonians. Jim McKelroy is teaching in the fellowship hall classroom on the book of Revelation. Blake Jones is teaching in the iDisciple room on What it Means to Be a Disciple. Upcoming YOUTH EVENTS March 27th—A Meal & a Movie @ the Mall. Meet at the building at 6:00. Money for meal & movie. April 2nd-5th—YOUTH SPRING RETREAT! Three nights in Gatlinburg this year! Only $50! TONIGHT, Sunday, March 22nd, following our evening worship service the McCarver Visitation team will meet at the home of John & Cheryl Bowling. If you are not currently a part of a visitation team you are encouraged to become an active part of this ministry. You will be glad you did. On Thursday, March 26th, our Golden Generation Ministry will be meeting for its monthly time of fellowship in the fellowship hall. If you have any questions about this see Roy Harris. The iDisciple Ministry is going bowling in Trussville on Friday, March 27. Midnight-??, if you're interested in going, please let them know so they can know how many lanes to rent. Any questions see Kelli East. On Sunday, March 29th all whose last name begins with A, B, or C are invited to the home of Blake and Rebekah Jones following our evening worship service. The evening is more about fellowship than food and if you can come, they would be honored by your presence. But if you can’t make it, they completely understand. Directions are on the bookcase outside of the church office. BIBLE STUDY 186 McGUFFY’S BIBLE CLASS 20 SUNDAY MORNING 248 HISPANIC SERVICE n/a SUNDAY EVENING 123 MIDWEEK STUDY 135 LOCAL BAPTISMS 3 OTHER RESPONSES 17 HISPANIC BAPTISMS - HISPANIC RESPONSES - WBS/JAIL BAPTISMS 12 ZIMBABWE BAPTISMS 5 CONTRIBUTION 7501 There will be an Easter Egg Hunt at the home of Craig and Cindy King on Saturday, April 4th from 2-4 pm There will be games, snacks, crafts, Easter Egg hunt and pictures with the Easter Bunny! Come join the fun...this for children from nursery through the 4th grade. If you have any questions see Mark or Rachel Westcott. Our men’s Bible class meets at 7pm on Thursday night in the fellowship hall classroom. Our ladies’ Bible class meets at 10:30 am on Wednesday morning in the fellowship hall classroom. rainbowchurchofchrist.org facebook.com/rainbowcofc @rainbowcofc & @rcocym youtube.com/rainbowcofc This past week has been full of such great encouragement as we saw precious souls respond at all of our services. On Sunday morning, Dwight and Amy Harper came forward expressing their desire for forgiveness and prayers as well as indicating their desire to be a part of our family here at Rainbow. We welcome this wonderful family who are anxiously anticipating the arrival of their first grandchild! We welcome the Harper family! Chris Mikle also came forward Sunday morning saying that he realized, years ago he gave his heart to the church but had never fully given it too God. On Sunday night, Ethel Yates came forward confessing that she struggles every day and needs our prayers. Then on Wednesday, Mike Wallen came forward and he wrote, “I need to be a better husband, father, family leader, Christian and friend. I can’t do this on my own, I have tried everything I can and know. I need prayers and forgiveness for al the mistakes I have made. “ We love Dwight & Amy, Chris, Ethel, and Mike so much...their example of submission to the will of God is powerful for us all. May we learn from them and their example as we continue to love them by praying for them and encouraging them in any way we can. What a blessing it is to be a part of a family where hearts are so tender. TO GOD BE ALL THE GLORY! WELCOME Dwight & Amy Harper 113 Cross Creek Lane Gadsden, AL 35901 Luke Boyd did a tremendous job Wednesday night as he did our devotional then extended the invitation. This was Luke’s first time to do this, but you could not tell it. We are so proud of all of our young people . May we all have the willing heart to serve that so many of them have. Keep up the great work, Luke! On March 27th, Paul and Vangie Baker will celebrate their 67th Wedding Anniversary. In a world where marriages so often fail to live up to their precious vows of “Til Death Do Us Part” it is wonderful to see their shining example of faithfulness to one another and to God. Happy Anniversary Paul and Vangie! Our deepest sympathy is extended to Laura Wallace (the fiancé of Ben Akins) in the passing of her mother, Froncine Wallace (62). Her funeral will be today, Sunday, March 22nd at Crestwood. Visitation will be 1-3 and then the funeral will be at 3. We also extend our sympathy to Jan Helms in the passing of her brother in law Peter Brogdon. His funeral was this past Monday. Let’s keep these and so many others in our prayers as they go though this time of grief. On Sunday, April 12th there will be a baby shower from 2-4 pm for Kinna Harper at the home of Nancy Wallace. On Saturday, April 11th we will once again be making our presence known as we volunteer our services at the annual Chocolate Festival. This year we will be setting up a large tent with tables and chairs so that as people come through the festival they will have a place to sit, eat, and relax. This provides us a wonderful opportunity to get to know a lot of people who we might not ever have any other contact with. For this we have several needs for volunteers who will help keep the tables clean and provide smiling faces for the people of our community. If you can help with this annual outreach event there is a sign up sheet in the hallway and if you have any additional questions see Chris Mikle. We have now begun our third year of our 10 year note for our land. This land is 5 prime acres located in Rainbow City at the entrance to Westbrook School on Steel Station Road. The Rainbow family bought this property two years ago to plan for a future church building site when the need arises. Many of you have faithfully supported this work monthly and others have given as they can. The Elders thank each of you that have given toward this effort. We have members that have pledged toward our payment that can no longer give due to relocating or other reasons. We invite you to consider a pledge or a donation in the coming year toward our land. If you are willing to make a pledge for the coming year please see any Elder. Our land payment box is located in the foyer between David and the Shepherds offices. Your help and support is greatly appreciated. Each month our Elders take a turn sharing the responsibility of “Elder of the Month”. During that month, that Elder is the contact person for our flock for any needs that they might have. During the month of March, David Wallace is the “Elder of the Month” you can reach him at 256-390-2273 (James 5:14) March Servants for March 22nd Serve the Family Haydn Hayes / Bobby Lasseter Zach Buckner / Rick Cranford Tim Barnard / Steve Lorren Jeff McGlaughn / Greg Hill Ushers Glenn Amberson / Jeff Birchmore Communion Preparation Dave & Jessica Lasseter Lock Up the Building Charles Clifton Opening Prayer: A.M. Tony Cleveland P.M. Selton Long Scripture Reading: Joseph Wallace Preside Lord’s Supper: Bruce Phillips Closing Prayer: A.M. Tim Barbaree P.M. Tim Parker Greeters: Bruce & Patsy Phillips Communion Cup Pick Up: Lorren Family McGuffey’s Group #3 Kathy Overbey Milton McArthur Tony Cleveland Linda Morris Greater Things Dallas Dean Betty Hale Craig King Cade Cleveland 76 3 19 1 12 2 1 6 1 Total: 121 Chris Mikle Deacons Elders Mike Bowdoin 256-282-2650 John Bowling 256-328-4727 David Wallace 256-390-2273 John Wallace 256-393-4015 Jeff Birchmore 256-547-3718 Elderly Care Tony Cleveland 256-538-5295 Prison Ministry Charles Clifton 256-549-1422 Involvement/Security Steve Lorren 256-442-8192 Building & Grounds Doyle McCarver 256-390-0770 Visitation/Transportation Chris Mikle 256-413-1038 Outreach Ministry/Daycare Tim Parker 256-490-2053 Fellowships Mark Westcott 256-441-0667 Benevolence Memories 5 years ago—Patricia Morton and Raegan Holmes placed membership at Rainbow. 10 years ago—Rainbow’s “Come Grow With Us” sign was placed in the front for motorists to see as they drive by. Anniversaries March 24—Tommy & Jan Hamrick March 27—Paul & Vangie Baker Birthdays March 23—John Wallace March 24—Susan Stroup March 26—Kandace Hayes March 28—Hannah Blisard Prayer Requests Joey Wheat, brother of Tina Parker, will be having back surgery, Sherry Regan had hernia surgery this past Friday. Marilyn Gentry went to the hospital with congestive heart failure last week, but is now home recovering. Joyce Flynn is now at home and doing much better. Jonathon Newberry, son-in-law of Craig & Cindy King, has been diagnosed with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia. Mike Bowdoin is still sick and recovering. Jan Helms, with the passing of her brother in law, Pete Brogdon. Also, her sister Brenda is in the hospital sick. Laura Wallace, with the passing of her mother, Patricia Morton, with the passing of her mother. Janice Watson, cousin of Craig King, has a brain tumor. Gene Brown stared chemotherapy. Liz Barbaree, Tim’s mother, has dementia and fell this week. She is in the hospital and is going to rehab. Elmus Honeycutt has been in the hospital for the past few days with health problems. Steve Proffitt, an employee of Craig King, was diagnosed with lymphoma. Dewey East is home. He continues to undergo treatment for his throat cancer Nathan Owens is at home. He is taking a chemo pill to fight his lung cancer. Arthel Higginbotham had hip surgery and is now recovering at McGuffeys. Maureen Staudt, friend of Pamela Boyd, is fighting Leukemia in Boston. Mary Williams (friend of Carrie Wallen) recently learned that her cancer has returned and spread to her lungs Sherry Cardwell (Sister of Marilyn Gentry) is undergoing treatment for breast cancer. Glenda Fitz is undergoing chemotherapy Jerry Mikle (Chris Mikle’s uncle) has begun chemotherapy Roger Dale (brother of Jane Cleveland) has started chemotherapy Please Continue to Remember These Also: Nancy Miller, Barbara Watkins, Elizabeth Khan, Helen Cloud, Butch Jones, Wilson Jones, Malburt Murphree, Kim Naler, Ron Patterson, Gordon Smith, Austin Elliott, Bill Brothers, Betty Jones, Beulah Sylvis, Louise Butler, Sarah Foote, Tina Quarrels, Don Dover, Karen Cook, Jennifer Davis, Harriet Wade, Doug Brown, Betty Hale, Natalie Garner, Connie Barabalce, Jill Gardner, Paul Colbert, Nellie Ruth Teal, Alton & Eloise Miller, Bill Cooley, Betty Yancey, Bob Kennedy, Stan & Lisa Cook, Vangi Baker, Rita Bowdoin, Joseph Brown, Bill Brothers, Asher Collins, Prisca Tshuma