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Dec. 1 66 43
Dec. 8 67 68
Dec. 15 66 28
Dec. 22 86 60
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3:30pm-5:00pm Wanted: All kids K through
5th Grades. There will be games,
snacks, surprises and a fun Bible experience.
If you need more info, contact Pastor Kami at
816-916–KAMI (5264).
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CHURCH OFFICES CLOSED
Thursday, January 2 10:30 AM—Mary Martha Circle—out to lunch
Sunday, January 5 REGULAR SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES 8:15 AM—WORSHIP 9:45 AM—KIDS’ BIBLE ADVENTURE 9:45 AM—SUNDAY BIBLE CLASSES (YOUTH & ADULT ELECTIVES) 11:00 AM—WORSHIP & KIDS’ KONNECTION 2:00 PM-4:00 PM—Easter Musical auditions
Monday, January 6 3:30 PM-5:00 PM—KIDS’ MONDAY MADNESS 7:00 PM—AA Meeting
Tuesday, January 7 1:00 PM—Women’s Bookworm Café (Christmas at Carnton— Alexander)
Wednesday, January 8 ANNUAL REPORTS DUE IN CHURCH OFFICE REGULAR WEDNESDAY SCHEDULE 7:45 AM-8:30 AM—LHS FCA 9:30 AM—Staff Meeting 6:00 PM-8:00 PM—Youth Group (grades 6-12) 8:00 PM—1st Service Praise Team Practice
Thursday, January 9 5:30 PM—Youth Planning
Sunday, January 12 REGULAR SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES (see Jan. 5) 2:00 PM-4:00 PM—Easter Musical Rehearsals
Monday, January 13 12:00 PM—Ministerial Alliance 3:30 PM-5:00 PM—KIDS’ MONDAY MADNESS 6:30 PM—Deacon Meeting 7:00 PM—AA Meeting
Tuesday, January 14 11:30 AM—Cluster Pastors’ Prayer 7:00 PM—Christian Ed & Trustee Meetings 8:15 PM—Finance Committee
Wednesday, January 15 REGULAR WEDNESDAY SCHEDULE (see Jan. 8)
Thursday, January 16 10:30 AM—Rejoicing Sisterhood 5:30 PM—Youth Planning
Sunday, January 19 REGULAR SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES (see Jan. 5) 1:00 PM—Davey/Flaigle Family— FLC & kitchen 2:00 PM-4:00 PM—Easter Musical Rehearsals 5:45 PM—Safety & Security Team 7:00 PM—Annual Business Meeting
Monday, January 20—Martin L. King, Jr. Day 3:30 PM-5:00 PM—KIDS’ MONDAY MADNESS—PIZZA & A MOVIE 7:00 PM—AA Meeting
Tuesday, January 21 DEADLINE FOR FEBRUARY NEWSLETTER
Wednesday, January 22 REGULAR WEDNESDAY SCHEDULE (see Jan. 8)
Thursday, January 23 12:00 PM—Red Hat Luncheon—FLC & kitchen 5:30 PM—Youth Planning
Friday, January 24 4:30 PM—Youth to Winter Jam
Sunday, January 26 REGULAR SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES (see Jan. 5) 2:00 PM-4:00 PM—Easter Musical Rehearsals
Monday, January 27 3:30 PM-5:00 PM—KIDS’ MONDAY MADNESS 7:00 PM—AA Meeting
Wednesday, January 29 REGULAR WEDNESDAY SCHEDULE (see Jan. 8)
Thursday, January 30 5:30 PM—Youth Planning
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New Year 2020!
The New Year is always a favorite time for me. I like the idea of a brand-new year ahead, all fresh and unsoiled, brimming with 365 days full of
potential and possibility! Of course, I thought the same thing this time last year. I wondered, as we all did, what 2019 might bring. Boy, was I way off!
If you would have asked me last December, I would have told you that I expected a year full of the usual annual ministry projects, maybe with a twist or two thrown in. I would have also anticipated some special moments like birthdays and anniversaries and some trips and opportunities I had planned. In other words, I saw myself pretty much in a status quo. Which is why I am so glad that God is driving my life plans and not me! As many of you know, I am directionally challenged! If I had been driving, I would NEVER have found myself in a TOTALLY different life!
But, THANKS BE TO GOD, everything has changed this year… and I couldn’t be more blessed! It’s as if God had a plan! (insert smile here)
First, God called me to a new ministry at First Baptist Louisburg. As associate pastor, I get to pursue my passions for ministering to children and youth. Every day my heart is thrilled as I interact with the amazing young people here! Not only that, but as a church body we are reaching beyond our walls to share the good news with all of Louisburg! Fulfilling the Great Commission - how could ministry get any better than that?
Second, God found Jay and me a new home. And I do mean found us a home. We were approached that the home was available before we even knew it existed. The layout of the home is PERFECT for ministry and includes a wonderful workshop for Jay. The location is close to the church just as we were looking for. Oh, and God took control of the financing, too. When God has a plan, he WILL make a way.
Third, God sold our former house. The very same day we posted on Facebook that I had accepted the position of Associate Pastor and we planned to move, some friends of ours inquired about buying our house. Turns out they had been looking for some time but had never been able to find the right house. As we all agree now, it was because
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our house was the right house. Talk about your win-win, we never even had to put our house on the market! God is a God of details!
Fourth, God gave me a new church family and community to call my own! To be honest, I lived in Gardner for over 20 years and never really got to be a part of the community. I always worked 30 minutes or an hour away, which meant I raced out the door early in the morning and came back late in the evening. So other than my church family, I didn’t have a chance to make a lot of connections. Now, I have a FABULOUS church family who I love and am proud to be a part of! And I am getting to know the Louisburg community since I am a part of all the goings on!
So, as I look ahead at the year 2020, I know I don’t have 20/20 vision. I will not try to predict what will be happening throughout the upcoming year. What I will say is this: I look forward to all that God has planned for me, because good, bad, or other-wise, I know he will be right there guiding me through it, and, besides, he really blew my socks off in 2019!
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What NOT to take into the new year
· Self-help books — Trust in God first; don’t turn to him as a last resort. (See Proverbs 3:5-6.) · Tape measure — Consider only God’s standards; don’t compare yourself to other people.
(See Luke 18:9-14.) · Rearview mirror — Don’t live in the past. You’ll miss out on what God is doing in your life now.
(See Philippians 3:12-14.) · Gavel — Stop wasting time judging others. Instead, pray for them, help them and team with them.
(See Luke 6:37-38.) · Life vest — Don’t be overly cautious spiritually. Peter experienced Jesus in a real way because he
dared to step out of the boat. (See Matthew 14:22-33.) · Garage-door opener — We think we’re networked but often isolate ourselves. God intended for us
to live in community with one another. (See Hebrews 10:23-25.) · Handcuffs — Don’t offer excuses about why you can’t help out. God can do amazing things
through - and despite - us. Just follow him, with no excuses. (See Mark 6:35-44.) —Gregg McCaslin
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CHEESY CAULIFLOWER SOUP from the kitchen of Joann Hook
Ingredients: · 1 medium head of cauliflower, broken into
bite-sized pieces · 1 cup carrots, shredded · ¼ cup celery, chopped · 2½ cups chicken broth · 3 Tbsp flour · ⅛ tsp black pepper · ¾ tsp salt · 2 cups 2% milk · 3 Tbsp butter · 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded · 2½ cups water
1. In Dutch oven, combine cauliflower,
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2. Reduce heat, cover & simmer 12-15 min or until veggies are tender.
3. In large sauce pan, melt butter; stir in flour, salt & pepper until smooth.
4. Gradually add milk; bring to boil over medium heat.
5. Cook & stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. 6. Reduce heat; stir in cheese until melted. 7. Stir cheese mixture into veggies, mixing
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