Prayer for Today, Saturday, November 30

Giving God,

 

You pour so many blessings on us. In return You ask for our devotion and faithfulness. Please forgive us when we miss the mark, asking for more and giving less. May we approach Advent with contrite hearts and with eager anticipation. As we prepare, once again, for the celebration of Christ’s birth, may the mystery and beauty of the incarnation create in us a sense of awe. Help us to worship You joyfully, serve You with glad hearts, and share Your blessings with others. This is our prayer in Jesus’ name. AMEN.

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We continue to pray for Olive Traylor who is in Bass Hospital and Bertie Krausse who is in St. Mary’s Hospital. Olive will likely be moved to Tulsa next week.

 

The funeral for Bert Sims is today at 10:00 a.m. Please pray for Bert’s daughters and friends.

 

We need volunteers (particularly TALL volunteers) to come to the church today at 11:00 a.m. to decorate the sanctuary for Advent and Christmas. All are welcome. Last year we had a record turnout. It should take two hours or less and everyone will be pleased by the effort. PLEASE PASS THE WORD!

 

ADVENT DEVOTIONAL BOOKS are available at the Welcome Center. Cost to the church is $2.55. Please consider a donation  as you pick one up.

 

Tomorrow is the First Sunday of Advent. At 5:00 p.m. we will have our annual Service of Remembrance and Hope in the parlor. Holidays can be difficult times for those who are grieving. This brief service allows us to remember, share scripture and prayer, and light candles in memory of our deceased loved ones. If you are in that situation, then please join us.

 

The annual Hanging of the Greens service is tomorrow at 6:00 p.m. and the Tasting Party is immediately following  where our Sunday School  classes decorate tables and provide WONDERFUL holiday treats. Join your church family for this uplifting and fun way to kick-off the Advent/Christmas seasons.

 

Byron Whetstone, son-in-law of the Cox’s, is preparing for surgery in St. Louis. Please surround Byron with your prayers.

 

We have made arrangements for a NEW PICTORIAL DIRECTORY! Lifetouch studios will be at the church December 9-14! Click the link to make your reservation now! https://www.securedata-trans14.com/ap/centralchristianchurch2/index.php?page=10 . Tomorrow is the last time you can sign-up on the computer in the loggia.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

 

Prayer for Today, Friday, November 29

Compassionate God,

 

As we finish our Thanksgiving celebrations and look forward to the beginning of Advent on Sunday, we pause to remember those for whom holidays are difficult because of the absence of a loved one. Grief is much more palpable during the holiday season. Please surround then with Your peace and comfort. May we be a supportive and loving presence for them. May Your grace abound as we pray for them and as we pray this prayer in Jesus’ name. AMEN.

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We continue to pray for Olive Traylor who is in Bass Hospital and Bertie Krausse who is in St. Mary’s Hospital.

 

The funeral for Bert Sims will be Saturday at 10:00 a.m. in the sanctuary. His graveside will be in Ponca City and the family will return to Central for a family meal between 2:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. There is a family visitation this evening from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Brown-Cummings Funeral Home. Please pray for Bert’s daughters and friends.

 

We need volunteers (particularly TALL volunteers) to come to the church tomorrow at 11:00 a.m. to decorate the sanctuary for Advent and Christmas. All are welcome. Last year we have a record turnout. It should take two hours or less and everyone will be pleased by the effort. PLEASE PASS THE WORD!

 

ADVENT DEVOTIONAL BOOKS are available at the Welcome Center. Cost to the church is $2.55. Please consider a donation  as you pick one up.

 

Sunday is the First Sunday of Advent. At 5:00 p.m. we will have our annual Service of Remembrance and Hope in the parlor. Holidays can be difficult times for those who are grieving. This brief service allows us to remember, share scripture and prayer, and light candles in memory of our deceased loved ones. If you are in that situation, then please join us.

 

The annual Hanging of the Greens service is Sunday at 6:00 p.m. and the Tasting Party is immediately following  where our Sunday School  classes decorate tables and provide WONDERFUL holiday treats. Join your church family for this uplifting and fun way to kick-off the Advent/Christmas seasons.

 

Byron Whetstone, son-in-law of the Cox’s, is preparing for surgery in St. Louis in December. Please surround Byron with your prayers.

 

We have made arrangements for a NEW PICTORIAL DIRECTORY! Lifetouch studios will be at the church December 9-14! Click the link to make your reservation now! https://www.securedata-trans14.com/ap/centralchristianchurch2/index.php?page=10 . There will be computers in the loggia again Sunday if you need assistance.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

Prayer for Today, Thanksgiving, November 28

God of all blessings,

 

You are the giver of all grace. We thank You for all our blessings on this Thanksgiving Day. We thank You for breath, for food, for love, and for the mystery of creation. May our hearts receive the peace that comes only from You and our lives be filled with thanksgiving. This is our prayer in Jesus’ name. AMEN.

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Olive Traylor is in Bass Hospital. She has had a stroke, but is showing improvement. Her three daughters are with her. Please pray for Olive.

 

Bertie Krausse is still in St. Mary’s Hospital. Please pray for Bertie.

 

The funeral for Bert Sims will be Saturday at 10:00 a.m. in the sanctuary. His graveside will be in Ponca City and the family will return to Central for a family meal between 2:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Please pray for Bert’s daughters and friends.

 

NOTE: Because of the Sims funeral we will decorate the sanctuary at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. We should be done long before the family returns from Ponca. PLEASE PASS THE WORD!

 

ADVENT DEVOTIONAL BOOKS are available at the Welcome Center. Cost to the church is $2.55. Please consider a donation  as you pick one up.

 

This Sunday, December 1, is the First Sunday of Advent. At 5:00 p.m. we will have our annual Service of Remembrance and Hope in the parlor. Holidays can be difficult times for those who are grieving. This brief service allows us to remember, share scripture and prayer, and light candles in memory of our deceased loved ones. If you are in that situation, then please join us.

 

Byron Whetstone, son-in-law of the Cox’s, is preparing for surgery in St. Louis in December. Please surround Byron with your prayers.

 

We have made arrangements for a NEW PICTORIAL DIRECTORY! Lifetouch studios will be at the church December 9-14! Click the link to make your reservation now! https://www.securedata-trans14.com/ap/centralchristianchurch2/index.php?page=10

There will be computers in the loggia again Sunday if you need assistance.

 

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

Prayer for Today, Wednesday, November 27

Most Gracious God,

 

Today we pray for travelers. Watch over them, O God, as they journey to be with family and friends for tomorrow’s holiday. Particularly do we pray for those who will be impacted by the storms in the east. May Your spirit guide and comfort them as they face delays and congestion. We have so many of our family and friends who will be on the road. May Your presence surround then and bring them home. This is our prayer in Jesus’ name. AMEN.

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Olive Traylor is in Bass Hospital. She has had a stroke. Her three daughters are with her. Please pray for Olive.

 

Bertie Krausse is still in St. Mary’s Hospital. Earl Roundtree will be dismissed today to Assisted Living at Golden Oaks. Please pray for Bertie and Earl.

 

There will be a private graveside service for Timmy Griffin this morning. Please pray for his family.

 

The funeral for Bert Sims will be Saturday at 10:00 a.m. in the sanctuary. His graveside will be in Ponca City and the family will return to Central for a family meal between 2:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Please pray for Bert’s daughters and friends.

 

NOTE: Because of the Sims funeral we will decorate the sanctuary at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. We should be done long before the family returns from Ponca. PLEASE PASS THE WORD!

 

ADVENT DEVOTIONAL BOOKS are available at the Welcome Center. Cost to the church is $2.55. Please consider a donation  as you pick one up.

 

Next Sunday, December 1, is the First Sunday of Advent. At 5:00 p.m. we will have our annual Service of Remembrance and Hope in the parlor. Holidays can be difficult times for those who are grieving. This brief service allows us to remember, share scripture and prayer, and light candles in memory of our deceased loved ones. If you are in that situation, then please join us.

 

Byron Whetstone, son-in-law of the Cox’s, is preparing for surgery in St. Louis in December. Please surround Byron with your prayers.

 

We have made arrangements for a NEW PICTORIAL DIRECTORY! Lifetouch studios will be at the church December 9-14! Click the link to make your reservation now! https://www.securedata-trans14.com/ap/centralchristianchurch2/index.php?page=10

There will be computers in the loggia again Sunday if you need assistance.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

 

Prayer for Today, Tuesday, November 26

O Lord,

 

We pray for patience in times of trouble. We pray for humility when we are successful. We pray for steadfastness when we are tempted. As we enter the holiday season may we do so with a sense of calm and peace. Help us, O Lord, to avoid the frenetic activity that often is present in these days. We are thankful for You love and enduring mercy, now and forever. In Jesus’ name we pray. AMEN.

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Olive Traylor was admitted to Bass Hospital through the ER yesterday evening. She is exceptionally weak. Nancy, her daughter from Tulsa, is here with her. Please pray for Olive.

 

Max Johnson was in the hospital yesterday but is home now and is awaiting tests at Dr. G’s office. Please pray for Max.

 

Bertie Krausse is still in St. Mary’s Hospital. Earl Roundtree is still in Bass Hospital. Please pray for Bertie and Earl.

 

There will be a private graveside service for Timmy Griffen on Wednesday. Please pray for his family.

 

The funeral for Bert Sims will be Saturday at 10:00 a.m. in the sanctuary. His graveside will be in Ponca City and the family will return to Central for a family meal between 2:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Please pray for Bert’s daughters and friends.

 

NOTE: Because of the Sims funeral we will decorate the sanctuary at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. We should be done long before the family returns from Ponca. PLEASE PASS THE WORD!

 

ADVENT DEVOTIONAL BOOKS are available at the Welcome Center. Cost to the church is $2.55. Please consider a donation  as you pick one up.

 

Next Sunday, December 1, is the First Sunday of Advent. At 5:00 p.m. we will have our annual Service of Remembrance and Hope in the parlor. Holidays can be difficult times for those who are grieving. This brief service allows us to remember, share scripture and prayer, and light candles in memory of our deceased loved ones. If you are in that situation, then please join us.

 

Byron Whetstone, son-in-law of the Cox’s, is preparing for surgery in St. Louis in December. Please surround Byron with your prayers.

 

We have made arrangements for a NEW PICTORIAL DIRECTORY! Lifetouch studios will be at the church December 9-14! Click the link to make your reservation now! https://www.securedata-trans14.com/ap/centralchristianchurch2/index.php?page=10

There will be computers in the loggia again Sunday if you need assistance.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

Prayer for Today, Monday, November 25

O God,

 

You are our companion on life’s journey. We thank You for the times when we walk in the light and all is clear and discernible. We thank you that you are with us when we are bewildered and lost in dark places. Please shine Your light on us, on the Church and on the way ahead. May we always know we are loved and that You are continually calling us to Yourself. This is our prayer in Jesus’ name. AMEN.

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Our beloved Bert Sims died yesterday morning in his room at Greenbrier Nursing Center. His funeral will be Saturday at 10:00 a.m. in the sanctuary. His graveside will be in Ponca City and the family will return to Central for a family meal between 2:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Please pray for Bert’s daughters and friends.

 

NOTE: Because of the Sims funeral we will decorate the sanctuary at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. We should be done long before the family returns from Ponca. PLEASE PASS THE WORD!

 

ADVENT DEVOTIONAL BOOKS are available at the Welcome Center. Cost to the church is $2.55. Please consider a donation  as you pick one up.

 

Next Sunday, December 1, is the First Sunday of Advent. At 5:00 p.m. we will have our annual Service of Remembrance and Hope in the parlor. Holidays can be difficult times for those who are grieving. This brief service allows us to remember, share scripture and prayer, and light candles in memory of our deceased loved ones. If you are in that situation, then please join us.

 

Bertie Krausse fell at home and is in St. Mary’s hospital. Valeta Montgomery was released on Friday and was in church yesterday. Please pray for Bertie and Valeta.

 

Earl Rountree is in Bass Hospital. Please pray for Earl.

 

Please pray for the family of Dr. Kenny Miller, husband of Nan Loomis Miller. He died Thursday.

 

Edna Jenkins of Hunter, Jeff Johndrow’s grandmother, passed away. Please pray for her family.

 

There will be a private graveside service for Timmy Griffen on Wednesday. Please pray for his family.

 

Byron Whetstone, son-in-law of the Cox’s, is preparing for surgery in St. Louis in December. Please surround Byron with your prayers.

 

We have made arrangements for a NEW PICTORIAL DIRECTORY! Lifetouch studios will be at the church December 9-14! Click the link to make your reservation now! https://www.securedata-trans14.com/ap/centralchristianchurch2/index.php?page=10

There will be computers in the loggia again Sunday if you need assistance.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

Prayer for Today, November 24

Empowering God,

 

On this Thanksgiving Sunday, we give You thanks for all You've done. Particularly are we thankful for Your revelation through Jesus the Christ. We also thank You for beauty in nature, for joy and health, for friends and family, for daily sustenance, and for Your mercy and care. We are so blessed. This season may we be a blessing to others. This is our prayer in Jesus’ name. AMEN.

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Today is Thanksgiving Sunday. We will have the Market of Blessings in the loggia and our annual Thanksgiving Luncheon in the fellowship hall. Bring a friend with you. A number for members will be taking lunches to our shut-ins after the luncheon.

 

The frozen pies to benefit Caminante will be available for pick up after church and after the luncheon.

 

ADVENT DEVOTIONAL BOOKS are available at the Welcome Center. Cost to the church is $2.55. Please consider a donation  as you pick one up.

 

Next Sunday, December 1, is the First Sunday of Advent. At 5:00 p.m. we will have our annual Service of Remembrance and Hope in the parlor. Holidays can be difficult times for those who are grieving. This brief service allows us to remember, share scripture and prayer, and light candles in memory of our deceased loved ones. If you are in that situation, then please join us.

 

Bert Simms is in Greenbrier Nursing Home and is under hospice care. Please pray for Bert as he completes his earthly journey and his family who are watching over him.

 

Bertie Krausse fell at home and is in St. Mary’s hospital. Valeta Montgomery is still in St. Mary’s hospital. Please pray for Bertie and Valeta.

 

Earl Rountree is in Bass Hospital. Please pray for Earl.

 

Please pray for the family of Dr. Kenny Miller, husband of Nan Loomis Miller. He died Thursday.

 

Edna Jenkins of Hunter, Jeff Johndrow’s grandmother, passed away. Please pray for her family.

 

There will be a private graveside service for Timmy Griffen on Wednesday. Please pray for his family.

 

Byron Whetstone, son-in-law of the Cox’s, is preparing for surgery in St. Louis in December. Please surround Byron with your prayers.

 

We have made arrangements for a NEW PICTORIAL DIRECTORY! Lifetouch studios will be at the church December 9-14! Click the link to make your reservation now! https://www.securedata-trans14.com/ap/centralchristianchurch2/index.php?page=10

There will be computers in the loggia again today if you need assistance.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

Prayer for Today, Saturday, November 23

God of resurrection,

 

You bring life where there was none. You turn the desert into a garden and you overwhelm death. We stand in awe of Your majesty. Bring, we pray, food to the hungry, water to the thirsty, peace to the troubled, and joy to the hearts of Your children throughout the earth. May all creation burst forth in praise to You. This is our prayer in Jesus’ name. AMEN.

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Tomorrow is Thanksgiving Sunday. We will have the Market of Blessings in the loggia and our annual Thanksgiving Luncheon in the fellowship hall. Bring a friend with you.

 

Next Sunday, December 1, is the First Sunday of Advent. At 5:00 p.m. we will have our annual Service of Remembrance and Hope in the parlor. Holidays can be difficult times for those who are grieving. This brief service allows us to remember, share scripture and prayer, and light candles in memory of our deceased loved ones. If you are in that situation, then please join us.

 

Bert Simms is in Greenbrier Nursing Home and is under hospice care. Please pray for Bert as he completes his earthly journey and his family who are watching over him.

 

Bertie Krausse fell at home and is in St. Mary’s hospital. Valeta Montgomery is still in St. Mary’s hospital. Please pray for Bertie and Valeta.

 

Earl Rountree is in Bass Hospital. Please pray for Earl.

 

Please pray for the family of Dr. Kenny Miller, husband of Nan Loomis Miller. He died Thursday.

 

Byron Whetstone, son-in-law of the Cox’s, is preparing for surgery in St. Louis in December. Please surround Byron with your prayers.

 

We have made arrangements for a NEW PICTORIAL DIRECTORY! Lifetouch studios will be at the church December 9-14! Click the link to make your reservation now! https://www.securedata-trans14.com/ap/centralchristianchurch2/index.php?page=10

There will be computers in the loggia again nest Sunday if you need assistance.

 

ADVENT DEVOTIONAL BOOKS are available at the Welcome Center. Cost to the church is $2.55. Please consider a donation  as you pick one up.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

Prayer for Today, Friday, November 22

Creating God,

 

May we remember that this day is yours. You bring to us the hope of each new day and fresh opportunities to heal a broken world. Speak to us, O Lord, in ways that we can understand, even as the still small voice. Inspire us to pray and to act with the compassion of Jesus, in whose name we pray. AMEN.

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Sunday is Thanksgiving Sunday. We will have the Market of Blessings in the loggia and our annual Thanksgiving Luncheon in the fellowship hall. Bring a friend with you.

 

Next Sunday, December 1, is the First Sunday of Advent. At 5:00 p.m. we will have our annual Service of Remembrance and Hope in the parlor. Holidays can be difficult times for those who are grieving. This brief service allows us to remember, share scripture and prayer, and light candles in memory of our deceased loved ones. If you are in that situation, then please join us.

 

Bert Simms has been released to Greenbrier Nursing Home and is under hospice care. Please pray for Bert as he completes his earthly journey and his family who are watching over him.

 

Bertie Krausse fell at home and is in St. Mary’s hospital. Valeta Montgomery is still in St. Mary’s hospital. Please pray for Bertie and Valeta.

 

Earl Rountree is in Bass Hospital. Please pray for Earl.

 

Please pray for the family of Dr. Kenny Miller, husband of Nan Loomis Miller. He died yesterday.

 

Byron Whetstone, son-in-law of the Cox’s, is preparing for surgery in St. Louis in December. Please surround Byron with your prayers.

 

We have made arrangements for a NEW PICTORIAL DIRECTORY! Lifetouch studios will be at the church December 9-14! Click the link to make your reservation now! https://www.securedata-trans14.com/ap/centralchristianchurch2/index.php?page=10

There will be computers in the loggia again nest Sunday if you need assistance.

 

ADVENT DEVOTIONAL BOOKS are available at the Welcome Center. Cost to the church is $2.55. Please consider a donation  as you pick one up.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

Prayer for Today, Thursday, November 21

Most Holy God,

 

The cross is the everlasting symbol of Your love for all humankind. It has vertical and horizontal elements. May they serve as a reminder of our relationship with You. We continue to lift up our eyes to the heavens as we worship and praise You. The cross also reminds us of our relationship to those around us. It has been said that You are most profoundly experienced in the depth and breadth of human relationships. May we lift up our eyes in praise and adoration and may we also bring our eyes down to look into the faces of those in our midst, even the strangers. You are the God of all creation and we seek to honor You in our service to You and to our brothers and sisters. This is our prayer in Jesus’ name. AMEN.

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Bert Simms and Valeta Montgomery are in St. Mary’s hospital. Please pray for Bert and Valeta.

 

Earl Rountree is in Bass Hospital. Please pray for Earl.

 

Maggie Bartlett is recovering at home from surgery on her elbow. Please pray for Maggie.

 

Byron Whetstone, son-in-law of the Cox’s, is preparing for surgery in St. Louis in December. Please surround Byron with your prayers.

 

I received the following email from Charlie and Judy Heller: “Prayers answered!! Our niece, Nicole Fisher, gave birth to twin boys Tues. afternoon at the neo-natal clinic in Dallas.  The boys, Brayden - 13 1/3 in and 1lb 13 oz, Brennan -12 1/2 in and 1 lb. 14 oz., are holding their own and breathing on their own.  Now, we really need the prayers to continue, as the next couple of months will be critical. Nicole and husband, Bob, are doing ok, also.  Thanks again for the many prayers.”

 

Tonight we host the NW Area Men for the annual gathering at Central. This is the meeting where the wives are invited as well. Michael Johnson will entertain us with solos from his recent competition. The Dells will do a brief program on their recent trip to Peru. There will be good food and fellowship with Disciples from NW Oklahoma.

 

We have made arrangements for a NEW PICTORIAL DIRECTORY! Lifetouch studios will be at the church December 9-14! Click the link to make your reservation now! https://www.securedata-trans14.com/ap/centralchristianchurch2/index.php?page=10

There will be computers in the loggia again nest Sunday if you need assistance.

 

Sunday is Thanksgiving Sunday. We will have the Market of Blessings in the loggia and our annual Thanksgiving Luncheon in the fellowship hall. Bring a friend with you.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

Prayer for Today, Wednesday, November 20

O Divine Presence,

 

We are blessed beyond measure. We are comfortable with adequate food, warmth, and shelter. As we watch the weather forecast we are concerned for those who lack these basic necessities. Open our eyes, our hearts, and our wallets, Dear God. We pray for the mission of Our Daily Bread, the Day Center for the Homeless, the Salvation Army, and Hope Outreach. Use them and use us, O God, to be agents for good. This is our prayer in Jesus’ name. AMEN.

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There is a Board Meeting tonight at 7:30 p.m. in the multi-purpose room.

 

Bert Simms is out of ICU and in room 320 at St. Mary’s. Please pray for Bert and his family.

 

Valeta Montgomery is in St. Mary’s hospital. Please pray for Valeta.

 

Earl Rountree is in Bass Hospital. Please pray for Earl.

 

Maggie Bartlett had surgery on her elbow yesterday at St. Mary’s. Please pray for Maggie.

 

Byron Whetstone, son-in-law of the Cox’s, is preparing for surgery in St. Louis in December. Please surround Byron with your prayers.

 

I received the following email from Charlie and Judy Heller: “Prayers answered!! Our niece, Nicole Fisher, gave birth to twin boys Tues. afternoon at the neo-natal clinic in Dallas.  The boys, Brayden - 13 1/3 in and 1lb 13 oz, Brennan -12 1/2 in and 1 lb. 14 oz., are holding their own and breathing on their own.  Now, we really need the prayers to continue, as the next couple of months will be critical. Nicole and husband, Bob, are doing ok, also.  Thanks again for the many prayers.”

 

ATTENTION MEN!!!!!! Thursday we host the NW Area Men for the annual gathering at Central. This is the meeting where the wives are invited as well. Please plan to attend, even if you don’t travel with us to other locations. Michael Johnson will entertain us with solos from his recent competition. The Dells will do a brief program on their recent trip to Peru. There will be good food and fellowship with Disciples from NW Oklahoma. RSVP to Kandy at 233-1214.

 

We have made arrangements for a NEW PICTORIAL DIRECTORY! Lifetouch studios will be at the church December 9-14! Click the link to make your reservation now! https://www.securedata-trans14.com/ap/centralchristianchurch2/index.php?page=10

There will be computers in the loggia again nest Sunday if you need assistance.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

Prayer for Today, Tuesday, November 19

Holy One,

 

We pray for the forgiveness of our sins, both personal and systemic. So often our actions do not reflect Your love for all creation. Many times we participate in processes that marginalize others. There is good in the world and also evil. Please forgive us when we collectively contribute to evil. Cleanse us, we pray, and open our eyes so that we might see the ripple effects of our actions. May we intentionally be agents for good. This is our prayer in Jesus’ name. AMEN.

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Bert Simms is in ICU at St. Mary’s and is critically ill. Please pray for Bert and his family.

 

Earl Rountree is in Bass Hospital. Please pray for Earl.

 

Maggie Bartlett will have surgery on her shoulder this morning at St. Mary’s. Her break is not healing properly. Please pray for Maggie.

 

Byron Whetstone, son-in-law of the Cox’s, is preparing for surgery in St. Louis in December. Please surround Byron with your prayers.

 

ATTENTION MEN!!!!!! Thursday, November 21, we host the NW Area Men for the annual gathering at Central. This is the meeting where the wives are invited as well. Please plan to attend, even if you don’t travel with us to other locations. Michael Johnson will entertain us with solos from his recent competition. The Dells will do a brief program on their recent trip to Peru. There will be good food and fellowship with Disciples from NW Oklahoma. RSVP to Kandy at 233-1214 by noon.

 

We have made arrangements for a NEW PICTORIAL DIRECTORY! Lifetouch studios will be at the church December 9-14! Click the link to make your reservation now! https://www.securedata-trans14.com/ap/centralchristianchurch2/index.php?page=10

There will be computers in the loggia again nest Sunday if you need assistance.

 

Enid High School presents “Death by Chocolate” in the EHS auditorium tonight at 7:30 p.m. Cast members include several faces familiar to Central, including Katherine Jones and Ivey Dyson.

 

REMEMBER: There is a Board Meeting this Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. in the multi-purpose room.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

 

 

Prayer for Today, Monday, November 18

Gracious God,

 

We think about the children and youth in our midst. Our prayer is for their safety, their growing faith, their understanding of Your presence, and their hope for the future. We live a time filled with so many options and so many temptations. May our nurture and witness provide deep roots in the Gospel. Surround them, we pray, with your guiding touch. This is our prayer in Jesus’ name. AMEN.

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ATTENTION MEN!!!!!! Next Thursday, November 21, we host the NW Area Men for the annual gathering at Central. This is the meeting where the wives are invited as well. Please plan to attend, even if you don’t travel with us to other locations. Michael Johnson will entertain us with solos from his recent competition. There will be good food and fellowship with Disciples from NW Oklahoma. RSVP to Kandy at 233-1214 by Tuesday at noon.

 

Dorothy Nolan is still in the hospital, but she is to be released later today. Larry Rogers is to be released later this week. Earl Rountree is a patient at Bass Hospital. Please pray for Dorothy, Larry, and Earl.

 

We have made arrangements for a NEW PICTORIAL DIRECTORY! Lifetouch studios will be at the church December 9-14! Click the link to make your reservation now! https://www.securedata-trans14.com/ap/centralchristianchurch2/index.php?page=10

There will be computers in the loggia again nest Sunday if you need assistance.

 

Enid High School presents “Death by Chocolate” in the EHS auditorium Monday and Tuesday, November 18 & 19 at 7:30 p.m. Cast members include several faces familiar to Central, including Katherine Jones and Ivey Dyson.

 

REMEMBER: There is a Board Meeting this Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. in the multi-purpose room.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

Prayer for Today, Sunday, November 17

O God,

 

We are so blessed and our hearts are filled to overflowing. The leaves falling and the weather changing brings such variety to our lives. In a short while we will gather as church and then as families to celebrate a great American holiday, Thanksgiving. We know, however, that as Christians we are to gives thanks every day. May Your blessings flow over us. May our lives be a positive influence for those around us. May Your will be done through us as we surrender our hearts to You. This is our prayer in Jesus’ name. AMEN.

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There is one more Listening Conference. It is this morning during the Sunday School hour in the multipurpose room. If you haven’t attended one, PLEASE make an effort to be present.   

 

David Dell is asking for volunteers today at 1:30 p.m. to help put up chicken wire to keep out the pigeons. The work will last a couple of hours. Bring a pair of gloves.

 

The pie assembly process went well yesterday. We will also meet again today to finish. Watch for an announcement about the time. These pies will be frozen and distributed on November 24^th.

 

Please pray for Dorothy Nolan, Thelma Horrall, Ila Crain, Leo Conrady, Larry Rogers, John Stephens, Lynn Bartel, and Nicole Fisher.

 

ATTENTION MEN!!!!!! Next Thursday, November 21, we host the NW Area Men for the annual gathering at Central. This is the meeting where the wives are invited as well. Please plan to attend, even if you don’t travel with us to other locations. Michael Johnson will entertain us with solos from his recent competition. There will be good food and fellowship with Disciples from NW Oklahoma. RSVP to Kandy at 233-1214 by Tuesday at noon.

 

We have made arrangements for a NEW PICTORIAL DIRECTORY! Lifetouch studios will be at the church December 9-14! Click the link to make your reservation now! https://www.securedata-trans14.com/ap/centralchristianchurch2/index.php?page=10

There will be computers in the loggia today and assistance if you still need to signup.

 

Enid High School presents “Death by Chocolate” in the EHS auditorium Monday and Tuesday, November 18 & 19 at 7:30 p.m. Cast members include several faces familiar to Central, including Katherine Jones and Ivey Dyson.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

Prayer for Today, Saturday, November 16

Steadfast and Loving One,

 

We pray for the church in all its manifestations. In our denomination we pray for the General Church, the Regional Church, and for the thousands of local congregations. Today we also pray for the church as it evolves into new possibilities, for those entrepreneurial ministers who are seeking to serve the poor and disadvantaged in new and creative ways. Bless their efforts, we pray. Help us  to think outside the box and consider ways we can be the church as the hands and feet of Jesus in the world. We offer this prayer in Jesus’ name. AMEN.

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There is one more Listening Conference. It will be tomorrow during the Sunday School hour in the multipurpose room. If you haven’t attended one, PLEASE make an effort to be present.   

 

David Dell is asking for volunteers on Sunday at 1:30 p.m. to help put up chicken wire to keep out the pigeons. The work will last a couple of hours. Bring a pair of gloves.

 

We will also have pie assemblers meeting at the church at 9:00 this morning to put the pies together for the Caminante mission project. Come on down to help if you would like. These will be frozen and distributed on November 24^th.

 

Dorothy Nolan had a heart attack and is in St. Mary’s hospital. She will be there a few days. Thelma Horrall was likely dismissed yesterday as well as Leo Conrady. Larry Rogers will be moving to a VA home in Kansas. John Stephens is still in Bass Pavilion. Lynn Bartel was dismissed yesterday or will be dismissed today. Also please continue to pray for Nicole Fisher

 

ATTENTION MEN!!!!!! Next Thursday, November 21, we host the NW Area Men for the annual gathering at Central. This is the meeting where the wives are invited as well. Please plan to attend, even if you don’t travel with us to other locations. Michael Johnson will entertain us with solos from his recent competition. There will be good food and fellowship with Disciples from NW Oklahoma. RSVP to Kandy at 233-1214 by Tuesday at noon.

 

We have made arrangements for a NEW PICTORIAL DIRECTORY! Lifetouch studios will be at the church December 9-14! Click the link to make your reservation now! https://www.securedata-trans14.com/ap/centralchristianchurch2/index.php?page=10

Sunday there will be computers in the loggia and assistance if you still need to signup.

 

Enid High School presents “Death by Chocolate” in the EHS auditorium Monday and Tuesday, November 18 & 19 at 7:30 p.m. Cast members include several faces familiar to Central, including Katherine Jones and Ivey Dyson.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore