Prayer for Today, Tuesday, September 30

O God Our God,

 

We live in a world that is focused on the present moment. While we live, work, and play in the here and now, there is so much more to human experience. We are defined by the past, our individual and communal history, and all those situations that bring us to today. We also plan and dream for the future. While it is unknown, we find hope in the new possibilities that lie ahead. Forgive us we pray, for being one dimensional. Help us to understand that You, O God, are the with us in the past, through the present and into the future. You hold all time and experience in Your hands. We stand on the shoulders of those who have gone before and we are building a legacy for those who will follow. May our memories of You sustain us. May we experience You in the present, and may we be drawn into the future of Your reign. This we pray in Jesus’ name. AMEN.

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Winston Shipley’s funeral will be Thursday at 11:00 A.M. in the sanctuary. Liz Beaty’s memorial service will be Friday at 2:00 P.M. in the sanctuary.

 

Hank Harnish’s memorial service will be at a future date.  

 

Barb Newton will have surgery on October 8.

 

Nick Natrizi is at Highland Park Nursing Home and is undergoing dialysis.

 

Dorothy Gregory has moved to Green brier skilled nursing.

 

Phillis May is in Bass Hospital.

 

Austin Wade has asked for prayers for his 28 year old granddaughter, Megan Pedilla, who has recently been diagnosed with cancer.

 

Jeanette Heitfeld is being treated for blood clots in her leg.

 

Please pray for all these family and friends.

 

We welcome new and returning members to Central Christian Church. Jerry and Shari Long transferred from a local Methodist Church. Al and Lois Sexton and Kari Smith transferred from the FCC in Norman. WELCOME! WELCOME! WELCOME! It should be noted they are all actively involved in the Boomer Sunday School Class. It is always a matter of connections and relationships.

 

This Sunday the NW Area is hosting a Deacon Learning Event here at Central. This is a great opportunity to have fellowship with area Disciples and hear a presentation by Dr. John Imbler from Phillips Theological Seminary. Registration and fellowship is at 2:30 in the loggia. Worship and Communion is at 3:00 in the chapel. Dr. Imbler’s class is from 4:00 – 5:30 in the multipurpose room and a meal will be from 5:45 – 6:30 in the fellowship hall. The area is paying for the entire event, but we need RSVP’s. Please call Kandy at 233-1214 if you plan to attend. I know 10 are coming from Cherokee. Let’s have a good turnout from Central.  If you are working with the Horn of Plenty Food Drive, then come when you can.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

Prayer for Today, Monday, September 29

Compassionate God,

 

It seems we live in a world filled with hatred, strife and violence. We see war and conflict in other countries. In our own we witness virulent political rhetoric, anger, and division. Sometimes in our neighborhoods, our homes and even in the church, we observe boorish behavior that leads to separation and shattered spirits. Forgive us we pray. May we be instruments of Your peace, O God. As St. Francis said, where there is hatred, let us sow love; where there is injury, pardon. May we seek, not to be consoled, but to console. O God, may we be vehicles of Your grace and love. May we be bridge builders and may others know we are followers of Jesus by the way we love one another. In His name we pray. AMEN.

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Winston Shipley’s funeral will be Thursday at 11:00 A.M. in the sanctuary. Liz Beaty’s memorial service will be Friday at 2:00 P.M. in the sanctuary.

 

Hank Harnish’s memorial service will be at a future date.  

 

Barb Newton will have surgery on October 8.

 

Dorothy Gregory has moved to Green brier skilled nursing.

 

Phillis May is in Bass Hospital.

 

Austin Wade has asked for prayers for his 28 year old granddaughter, Megan Pedilla, who has recently been diagnosed with cancer.

 

Jeanette Heitfeld is being treated for blood clots in her leg.

 

Please pray for all these family and friends.

 

We welcome new and returning members to Central Christian Church. Jerry and Shari Long transferred from a local Methodist Church. Al and Lois Sexton and Kari Smith transferred from the FCC in Norman. WELCOME! WELCOME! WELCOME! It should be noted they are all actively involved in the Boomer Sunday School Class. It is always a matter of connections and relationships.

 

We had a GREAT turnout for Dr. Lisa Davison’s class yesterday with close to 50 in attendance. Her second session is on October 26.

 

This Sunday the NW Area is hosting a Deacon Learning Event here at Central. This is a great opportunity to have fellowship with area Disciples and hear a presentation by Dr. John Imbler from Phillips Theological Seminary. Registration and fellowship is at 2:30 in the loggia. Worship and Communion is at 3:00 in the chapel. Dr. Imbler’s class is from 4:00 – 5:30 in the multipurpose room and a meal will be from 5:45 – 6:30 in the fellowship hall. The area is paying for the entire event, but we need RSVP’s. Please call Kandy at 233-1214 if you plan to attend. I know 10 are coming from Cherokee. Let’s have a good turnout from Central.  If you are working with the Horn of Plenty Food Drive, then come when you can.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

 

Prayer for Today, Sunday, September 28

Generous God,

 

We confess all our worries and cares to You. Life takes unexpected turns. We make poor decisions. Those around us involve themselves in troublesome behavior. All are reasons for concern. These are demanding times and we are disquieted. In such moments we pray Your presence may bring us a sense of calm and peace. In the midst of life’s storms, Loving God, You are there. Our lives may still be in an upheaval, but You hold us in Your embrace. You help us find our inner strength. We weather the tempest as we trust in You. Hear our songs of thanks and praise we pray. AMEN.

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THIS AFTERNOON, Dr. Lisa Davison will present the first of four sessions on Genesis and Exodus. It will begin at 1:00 P.M. in the multi-purpose room. We will have a break with finger foods and conclude at 3:00 P.M. Bring your Bibles, pencil and paper. Read the first 11 chapters of Genesis. This is a wonderful opportunity to receive a scholarly point of view and hear a teacher who has a passion for teaching the Bible in the local church. Let’s pack the Multipurpose Room. You are encouraged to attend.

 

Liz Beaty and Winston Shipley both died yesterday.

 

Hank Harnish died Thursday morning.

 

Barb Newton will have surgery on October 8.

 

Dorothy Gregory has moved to skilled nursing.

 

Phillis May is in Bass Hospital.

 

Austin Wade has asked for prayers for his 28 year old granddaughter, Megan Pedilla, who has recently been diagnosed with cancer.

 

Jeanette Heitfeld is being treated for blood clots in her leg.

 

Please pray for all these family and friends.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

 

Prayer for Today, Saturday, September 27

Dear Heavenly Parent,

 

We pray, O Lord, that You will cleanse us with Your abundant grace. Often we feel we do not need to repent, yet there is much in our lives that separates us from You. Even though our sin is not excessive, we are still called to confess. Many times we have chosen our own way and turned our back on You. There are times when we have been seduced by the easy, self-centered life offered by those elements in our culture that only want our time and money. Please forgive us, O God. May we truly turn around and be open to Your embrace. In Jesus’ name. AMEN.

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TOMORROW afternoon, Dr. Lisa Davison will present the first of four sessions on Genesis and Exodus. It will begin at 1:00 P.M. in the multi-purpose room. We will have a break with finger foods and conclude at 3:00 P.M. bring your Bibles, pencil and paper. Read the first 11 chapters of Genesis. This is a wonderful opportunity to receive a scholarly point of view and hear a teacher who has a passion for teaching the Bible in the local church. Let’s pack the Multipurpose Room. You are encouraged to attend.

 

Our beloved Hank Harnish passed Thursday morning.

 

Thelma Dodd’s sister, Mary Munoz, passed away Wednesday.

 

Peggy Goodrich’s older brother passed away.

 

Liz Beaty is still holding on, but certainly in the last stages of her life and is under hospice care.

 

Barb Newton will have surgery on October 8.

 

Dorothy Gregory has moved to skilled nursing. I am not sure where, but will know tomorrow.

 

Phillis May is in Bass Hospital.

 

Austin Wade has asked for prayers for his 28 year old granddaughter, Megan Pedilla, who has recently been diagnosed with cancer.

 

Jeanette Heitfeld is being treated for blood clots in her leg.

 

Please pray for all these family and friends.

 

I plan to complete the sermon series on the Book of Ephesians this Sunday. Ephesians only has six chapters so take some time and read it if you can.

 

We have a number of women at the NW Area Women’s retreat at Central Camp. They will return late this afternoon.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

 

Prayer for Today, Friday, September 26

Dear God,

 

It is a BEAUTIFUL day and are hearts soar. May this be a day when we open our eyes, embrace the beauty of creation, and give You thanks. Help us to pause, even for brief moments, to celebrate Your love and grace. Forgive us, Dear God, when our focus is on clocks, green lights and speed limits. Forgive us, we pray, when our concern is on deadlines and we fail to appreciate and bask in the beauty of the present moment. Open our eyes, Lord, and slow us down. This is our prayer in Jesus’ name. AMEN.

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Our beloved Hank Harnish died yesterday morning. He has donated his body to the medical school and a memorial service will be scheduled at a future date.

 

Thelma Dodd’s sister, Mary Munoz, passed Wednesday.

 

Peggy Goodrich’s older brother passed away. His service was earlier this week.

 

Liz Beaty is in the last stages of her life and is under hospice care.

 

Barb Newton will have surgery on October 8.

 

Dorothy Gregory is scheduled to be moved to skilled nursing today. She is recovering from a major heart attack.

 

Phillis May is in Bass Hospital.

 

Austin Wade has asked for prayers for his 28 year old granddaughter, Megan Pedilla, who has recently been diagnosed with cancer.

 

Jeanette Heitfeld is being treated for blood clots in her leg.

 

Please pray for all these family and friends.

 

I plan to complete the sermon series on the Book of Ephesians this Sunday. Ephesians only has six chapters so take some time and read it if you can.

 

This Sunday, September 28, Dr. Lisa Davison will present the first of four sessions on Genesis and Exodus. It will begin at 1:00 P.M.. We will have a break with finger foods and conclude at 3:00 P.M. bring your Bibles, pencil and paper. Read the first 11 chapters of Genesis. This is a wonderful opportunity to receive a scholarly point of view and hear a teacher who has a passion for teaching the Bible in the local church. Let’s pack the Multipurpose Room.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

 

 

 

 

Prayer for Today, Thursday, September 25

Ever Living God,

 

Memory is a powerful gift. Current experiences often trigger strong recollections of family, friends, vacations, jobs, first time situations, baptisms, new learning, births, deaths, sorrow and happiness. There are memories that bring tears to our eyes and memories that cause us to laugh out loud. As we reflect and remember, O God, may we recall those moments we were closest to You, those times when our experience of You was palpable. May we remember when our hearts were warmed by Your grace and we confessed Jesus as Lord, then, as we remember, may we find ways to share those experiences with those around us. Help us to articulate why we believe and have faith in You and why being a Christian is important to us. We thank You, O God, for our memory of You, we celebrate our experiences of You, and we now live life expectantly in Your embrace. In Jesus name we pray. AMEN.

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Our beloved Hank Harnish died peacefully in his sleep early this morning. He has donated his body to the medical school and a memorial service will be scheduled at a future date.

 

Liz Beaty is in the last stages of her life and is under hospice care.

 

Barb Newton is awaiting a consultation with her oncologist.

 

Dorothy Gregory is in St. Mary’s ICU. When another room is available she will be moved to the floor.

 

Phillis May is in Bass Hospital.

 

Austin Wade has asked for prayers for his 28 year old granddaughter, Megan Pedilla, who has recently been diagnosed with cancer.

 

Jeanette Heitfeld is being treated for blood clots in her leg.

 

Please pray for all these family and friends.

 

I plan to complete the sermon series on the Book of Ephesians this Sunday. Ephesians only has six chapters so take some time and read it if you can.

 

This Sunday, September 28, Dr. Lisa Davison will present the first of four sessions on Genesis and Exodus. It will begin at 1:00 P.M.. We will have a break with finger foods and conclude at 3:00 P.M. bring your Bibles, pencil and paper. Read the first 11 chapters of Genesis. This is a wonderful opportunity to receive a scholarly point of view and hear a teacher who has a passion for teaching the Bible in the local church. Let’s pack the Multipurpose Room.

 

Each day is a little better for me. Thank you for your continued prayers.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

 

 

Prayer for Today, Wednesday, September 24

O One Who Holds The Future,

 

We go through life often wondering what is “around the bend ahead”. We dream. We Plan. We save. We prepare. We worry. We strive to be responsible, yet in our planning we often rely only on the temporal and fail to place our ultimate trust in You. In all of life’s circumstances, O Lord, You are there. As we reflect on the past we can see You sharing the journey with us. Help us to project that expectation into the future. Jesus told us to “Seek first the Kingdom of God”. May we realize when seeking You is our prime objective all the other matters of life fall into place. Today we place our trust in You, O God. We pray You will draw us unto Yourself and Your future. In Jesus’ name. AMEN.

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Liz Beaty and Hank Harnish are under hospice care.

 

Barb Newton is awaiting a consultation with her oncologist.

 

Dorothy Gregory is in St. Mary’s ICU after an apparent heart attack.

 

Phillis May is in Bass Hospital.

 

Austin Wade has asked for prayers for his 28 year old granddaughter, Megan Pedilla, who has recently been diagnosed with cancer.

 

Jeanette Heitfeld is being treated for blod clots in her leg.

 

Please pray for all these family and friends.

 

I plan to complete the sermon series on the Book of Ephesians this Sunday. Ephesians only has six chapters so take some time and read it if you can.

 

This Sunday, September 28, Dr. Lisa Davison will present the first of four sessions on Genesis and Exodus. It will begin at 1:00 P.M.. We will have a break with finger foods and conclude at 3:00 P.M. bring your Bibles, pencil and paper. Read the first 11 chapters of Genesis. This is a wonderful opportunity to receive a scholarly point of view and hear a teacher who has a passion for teaching the Bible in the local church. Let’s pack the Multipurpose Room.

 

I am back at work and doing much better today. Your continued prayers are always welcome.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

 

 

Prayer for Today, Tuesday, September 23

Gracious God,

It has been said we meet You in the thin moments, times when the veil between this world and the other world is thin; the other world being the place of Your Divine Presence. This is yet another way of expressing the mystery of “God With Us”. Today, O Lord, may we seek to experience, not to explain. May those things that block our encounter with You be lessened. May we move into those moments where little separates us from You, where our hearts are warmed, where our love is enlivened, and where we catch glimpses of Your eternity. This we pray in Jesus’ name. AMEN.

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Jack Huckleberry’s brother passed away. His service is today at First United Methodist Church.

 

Liz Beaty is now under hospice care. She is in the last hours of her life.

 

Dr. Harnish is now home under hospice care.

 

A CAT scan detected a mass in Barb Newton’s lower body. They are doing a biopsy today.

 

Dorothy Gregory is in St. Mary’s ICU after an apparent heart attack.

 

Phillis May is in Bass Hospital.

 

Austin Wade has asked for prayers for his 28 year old granddaughter, Megan Pedilla, who has recently been diagnosed with cancer.

 

Marsha Kaye Oldham has been dismissed from Bass Hospital.

 

Jeanette Heitfeld is being treated for blod clots in her leg.

 

Please pray for all these family and friends.

 

I plan to complete the sermon series on the Book of Ephesians next Sunday. Ephesians only has six chapters so take some time and read it if you can.

 

Next Sunday, September 28, Dr. Lisa Davison will present the first of four sessions on Genesis and Exodus. It will begin at 1:00 P.M.. We will have a break with finger foods and conclude at 3:00 P.M. bring your Bibles, pencil and paper. Read the first 11 chapters of Genesis. This is a wonderful opportunity to receive a scholarly understanding and hear a teacher who has a passion for teaching the Bible in the local church. Let’s pack the Multipurpose Room.

 

I am doing much better today and plan to be back at work tomorrow although hobbled by no driving for another two weeks. Your continued prayers are always welcome.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

   

 

 

 

Prayer for Today, Monday, September 22

Loving God,

 

There are days when our prayers come easily because life is good. There are other days when the prayers get stuck in our throats because we are overwhelmed by trials and tribulations. May our strong prayers of praise and thanksgiving lift up those among us who cannot pray. May the prayers of others lift us up when we are frail and broken. God of all life. You are profoundly experienced in community. We pray You will forgive our rugged independence and help us realize You are most often present, revealed, and experienced within the loving relationships with the faithful. This we pray in Jesus’ name. AMEN.

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Jack Huckleberry’s brother passed away. His service is tomorrow at First United Methodist Church.

 

Liz Beaty is now under hospice care.

 

A CAT scan detected a mass in Barb Newton’s lower body. They will do a biopsy tomorrow.

 

Austin Wade has asked for prayers for his 28 year old granddaughter, Megan Pedilla, who has recently been diagnosed with cancer.

 

Marsha Kaye Oldham was in a terrible car wreck near Muskogee with broken legs and other injuries. She is now a patient at Bass Hospital.

 

Jeanette Heitfeld is being treated for blod clots in her leg.

 

Dr. Hank Harnish is a patient at Bass Hospital.

 

Please pray for all these family and friends.

 

I plan to complete the sermon series on the Book of Ephesians next Sunday. Ephesians only has six chapters so take some time and read it if you can.

 

Tomorrow our visiting scholar, Rev. Dr. Lisa Davison, will be here for the Tuesday Noon Bible Study to give an overview of Amos and Micah. Bring a sack lunch and participate in the discussion.

 

Next Sunday, September 28, Dr. Davison will present the first of four sessions on Genesis and Exodus. It will begin at 1:00 P.M.. We will have a break with finger foods and conclude at 3:00 P.M. bring your Bibles, pencil and paper. Read the first 11 chapters of Genesis. This is a wonderful opportunity to receive a scholarly understanding and hear a teacher who has a passion for teaching the Bible in the local church. Let’s pack the Multipurpose Room.

 

Well, here is an update. I was sitting in the living room on Friday evening talking to Carolyn, our son, and his girlfriend. I stood to go to a wedding rehearsal and was suddenly on the floor, a totally new experience. After being helped up, I tried to stand again, but couldn’t. After three tries we decided to go the emergency room. John Wheeler valiantly filled in for the wedding rehearsal. I was admitted and they checked me from stem to stern over the next two days, releasing me yesterday afternoon. This is not related to my cancer or my neck surgery. I even had an MRI on my brain and Dr. Pollard said my neck was healing wonderfully (the neck brace is gone). I received medication for vertigo, will follow up with my oncologist, can’t do much for the next few days, and can’t drive for two more weeks. I am still unstable on my feet with Carolyn now watching me like a hawk. Special thanks to John Wheeler who did the wedding and preached in R & R, and to Don Johnson who adjusted his schedule to accommodate my absence. We have a great church and a wonderful staff. Carolyn and I are blessed to be a part. Your continued prayers are always welcome.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

   

 

Prayer for Today, Friday, September 19

God of Life and Death,

 

We are profoundly impacted by the death of someone dear to us, whether that loss was moments or years ago. The sense of separation causes us grief and we are led into mourning, but You are our God. Help us to understand You embrace us in life and in death.  You are present in our first breath and when our breathing is no more. We pray Your comforting spirit surrounds us and those near to us when we journey through the valley of death’s shadow. May we be sustained by our faith and trust in You, during our moments of living and in our moments of dying. When that time comes for us we pray You will welcome us as You have welcomed those who have gone before. In Jesus name, AMEN.

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Liz Beaty is now under hospice care.

 

A CAT scan detected a mass in Barb Newton’s lower body. They will do a biopsy next week.

 

Austin Wade has asked for prayers for his 28 year old granddaughter, Megan Pedilla, who has recently been diagnosed with cancer.

 

Marsha Kaye Oldham was in a terrible car wreck near Muskogee with broken legs and other injuries. She is now a patient at Bass Hospital.

 

Shari Long has asked for prayers for her friend, Glenda McKeever, who is diagnosed with cancer.

 

Jeanette Heitfeld is being treated for blod clots in her leg.

 

Dr. Hank Harnish is a patient at Bass Hospital.

 

If you would like to contact Willo Clark, her room phone number is 919-363-6109. Cards can be sent to: Willo Clark  817 Terrastone Place  Cary, North Carolina 27519.

 

Please pray for all these family and friends.

 

Don and Barbara Angle will be honored this Sunday in the Sooner Class and in the 10:15 A.M. traditional worship by members of the First Christian Church in Edmond. The Sooner Class and others in our congregation have donated $2,000 for two water wells to be dug near the Bolenge Hospital and those gifts were given in honor of Don and Barbara. FCC Edmond is leaving on a mission trip to dig the wells.

 

Don Johnson is preaching in the 8:00 A.M. chapel and 10:15 A.M. sanctuary services this Sunday. There will be special music and recognitions.

 

I am continuing a sermon series on the Book of Ephesians. I will be in R & R this Sunday. Ephesians only has six chapters so take some time and read it if you can.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

 

 

 

Prayer for Today, Thursday, Septeember 18

Divine Companion,

 

You are our God and we seek You. There is an emptiness in us that only Your presence can fill. Forgive us, Loving Lord, when we seek completion in other places and in other ways. Our efforts are vane. Money, power, prestige, human acclaim, vices and addictions may offer temporary solace, but only a relationship with You can complete us. Only Your love and grace can fill the void. We pray You will come to us as we surrender to You. In Jesus’ name. AMEN.

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We had a mild panic yesterday morning when we read the obituaries. The Sherry Garrett in the paper IS NOT our Sherry Garrett, just for your information.

 

Marsha Kaye Oldham was in a terrible car wreck near Muskogee with broken legs and other injuries. She is now a patient at Bass Hospital.

 

Please put Liz and Kent Beaty on your prayer list.

 

Shari Long has asked for prayers for her friend, Glenda McKeever, who is diagnosed with cancer.

 

Jeanette Heitfeld is being treated for blod clots in her leg.

 

Dr. Hank Harnish is a patient at Bass Hospital.

 

If you would like to contact Willo Clark, her room phone number is 919-363-6109. Cards can be sent to: Willo Clark  817 Terrastone Place  Cary, North Carolina 27519.

 

Please pray for all these family and friends.

 

We had a very well attended Board Meeting last night. Thank you to all our church leaders as you give your time, talent, and resources to do the ministries God is placing before us.

 

N.W. Area Men's meeting is tonight at Okeene. The  church bus will leave at 5:20 from CCC.

 

The Spiritual Cancer Support group meets today at 4:00 P.M. in the Fellowship Hall. The Enid Fire Department will speak on safety in the home and the perspective of the first people who come to your home when you call 911. They also will speak on the importance of fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, oxygen, trip hazards and many other simple issues that can make a life-saving difference.

 

I am continuing a sermon series on the Book of Ephesians. I will be in R & R this Sunday. Ephesians only has six chapters so take some time and read it if you can.

 

Please pray for our church as we consider the opportunities and challenges before us.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

 

 

 

Prayer for Today, Wednesday, September 17

All Embracing Love,

 

We experience You in so many ways, some easily recognized while others are less understood. We offer prayers for peace and healing, waiting for responses which often occur unexpectedly or are beyond our comprehension. Forgive our hubris, O Lord, that suggests we completely know Your movements in our lives. Please forgive our limited definitions of Your grace which we package and offer to one another out of  convenience. We somewhat fearfully open our hearts to You today, because we know true devotion leads us out of easy answers, comfortable notions, and homogeneous relationships into the real adventure of faith. This we pray in Jesus' name. AMEN.

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Please put Liz and Kent Beaty on your prayer list.

 

Shari Long has asked for prayers for her friend, Glenda McKeever, who is diagnosed with cancer.

 

Jeanette Heitfeld is being treated for blod clots in her leg.

 

Dr. Hank Harnish is a patient at Bass Hospital.

 

If you would like to contact Willo Clark, her room phone number is 919-363-6109. Cards can be sent to: Willo Clark  817 Terrastone Place  Cary, North Carolina 27519.

 

Please pray for all these family and friends.

 

We had a wonderful and productive Stewardship Committee meeting yesterday evening where we had to bring in more chairs into the Conference Room. Thank you to these church leaders for their service to God through our church.

 

There is a Board Meeting tonight at 7:30 p.m.in the Multi-purpose Room. We are asking for brief written and oral reports from each committee.

 

N.W. Area Men's meeting is tomorrow at Okeene. The  church bus will leave at 5:20 from CCC.

 

The Spiritual Cancer Support group meets tomorrow at 4:00 P.M. in the Fellowship Hall. The Enid Fire Department will speak on safety in the home and the perspective of the first people who come to your home when you call 911. They also will speak on the importance of fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, oxygen, trip hazards and many other simple issues that can make a life-saving difference.

 

I am continuing a sermon series on the Book of Ephesians. I will be in R & R this Sunday. Ephesians only has six chapters so take some time and read it if you can.

 

Please pray for our church as we consider the opportunities and challenges before us.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

 

 

Prayer for Today, Tuesday, September 16

Love Divine,

 

We seek a community where truth and love abound, where there is honesty and acceptance, where we are nurtured, cared for, and empowered to serve You by serving others. We long for a relationship with You that is fostered and enhanced by our connection to our brothers and sisters in Christ. We desire a connection to the past, the present and the future in our worship and in our studies. We yearn for the true church of Jesus Christ our Lord. May we be and become that church. In Jesus' name we pray. AMEN.

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There was no email yesterday because it was a rough day. Today is starting much better.

 

If you would like to contact Willo Clark, her room phone number is 919-363-6109. Cards can be sent to: Willo Clark  817 Terrastone Place  Cary, North Carolina 27519.

 

Shari Long has asked for prayers for her friend, Glenda McKeever, who is diagnosed with cancer.

 

Jeanette Heitfeld is being treated for blod clots in her leg.

 

Dr. Hank Harnish is a patient at Bass Hospital.

 

Please pray for all these family and friends.

 

There is an important Stewardship Committee this evening at 7:00 P.M. in the Conference Room.

 

We will have a Board Meeting tomorrow, September 17, in the Multi-purpose Room. We are asking for brief written and oral reports from each committee.

 

N.W. Area Men's meeting is Thursday September 18th at Okeene. The  church bus will leave at 5:20 from CCC.

 

I am continuing a sermon series on the Book of Ephesians. This Sunday in R & R. Ephesians only has six chapters so take some time and read it if you can.

 

Please pray for our church as we consider the opportunities and challenges before us.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

 

 

Prayer for Today, Sunday, September 14

O Divine Presence,

 

We ask for forgiveness so often the gesture seems shallow and meaningless. We speak of grace with such frequency that its meaning seems diminished.  These statements are true in our relationships with others and in our relationship with You. Help us to move beyond  cheap grace. May we reflect on the life of Jesus the Christ, his ministry, his teachings, and his revelation of You; his death on a cross and, ultimately, his resurrection. Forgiveness comes with great cost: Your forgiveness and the forgiveness of others. May we live a life worthy of love. May our pleas for grace be from truly repentant hearts. This we pray in Jesus' name. AMEN.

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Willo Clark did have emergency surgery for a bowl blockage. She was in the hospital for a week and is in a rehab facility for another week or so. The best way to get cards to Willo is still her home address, because her son is picking them up and giving them to her. Pease consider sending a note of greeting and good will to: Willo Clark  817 Terrastone Place  Cary, North Carolina 27519.

 

Jeanette Heitfeld is being treated for blod clots in her leg.

 

Dr. Hank Harnish is a patient at Bass Hospital.

 

Please pray for all these family and friends.

 

There is an important Stewardship Committee meeting on Tuesday, September 16, at 7:00 P.M. in the Conference Room.

 

We will have a Board Meeting on Wednesday, September 17, in the Multi-purpose Room. We are asking for brief written and oral reports from each committee.

 

N.W. Area Men's meeting is Thursday September 18th at Okeene. The  church bus will leave at 5:20 from CCC. Please call your RSVP to Kandy at 233-1214.

 

I am doing a three week sermon series on the Book of Ephesians. (9/14 & 9/28 in the 8:00 Chapel & Sanctuary Service. 9/21 in the R & R Service). Ephesians only has six chapters so take some time and read it if you can.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore