Welcome to the Mesa Family we have children’s programs availableduring our worship service•An Attended Nursery is available for infants (0-2 years) in Room 101.

•A Room for infants and nursing mothers is also provided at the back of the auditorium.

•Toddlers Bible Hour (TBH) is offered for all children 2-3 years old, begins after communion in Room 102.

•Children’s Bible Hour (CBH) for children ages 4 - 4th grade, begins after communion in Theater del Soul Upstairs.

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If you would like more information about the church or becoming a Christian, visit our Welcome Center in the foyer.

1223 E. Dana Ave.Mesa, AZ 85204

Phone: 480-964-1743Fax: 480-827-1864

Email: office@mesachurch.orgWeb: www.mesachurch.org

Office Hours: Mon.-Thur. (8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)*Fri. (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.)*

*Terry out on Thursday *Edison out on Friday*Joel out on Tuesday *Joshua out on Friday

our lessons for todayam: “From Increase to Abundancepm: “A Starbucks in Athens” (Anthony Bryant)

We are so glad that you are here today! We have been praying that God would allow us to meet you today and worship together. You are an answer to our prayer! If you are visiting from the area, we would love to have you as part of our family!

Worship Leaders: Justin Henley

Song “How Can I Keep From Singing?”

Welcome/Prayer: Joshua DuBoise Song “As the Deer Thirsts”Song “That’s Why We Praise Him”

Comm. & Cont.: Ken Fitzgerald

Song “Be Unto Your Name”Song “This Is Amazing Grace”

Scripture Reader: Phil Kerr (Luke 6:37-38)

Lesson: Terry Singleton “From Increase to Abundance”

Song “Mighty to Save

Song “Salvation Belongs to Our God”

Prayer: Quest Wolfe

Vol. 75 No. 21 May 27, 2018

AbundanceWhen do we have enough? Is it enough to be satisfied and not hungry? We need a snack. Is it enough when we have no leftovers? There is nothing left to eat. Do we have enough when we don’t need anything, but there is no money left in the bank? We always need savings. When do we consider something an abundance? If enough is when we have extra and more than we need, what is abundance?

Our sense of blessing may be distorted if need is having extra and enough is having more than we could use. How much more does it take for us to feel like we have an abundance? The blessing of more actually has nothing to do with how much we have. If we feel like life isn’t fair or we are deprived, then we will not feel blessed. The actual amount may seem huge to someone else but to us it is not enough. We always want more. That kind of mindset will never understand blessing, no matter how much they have.

One concept of abundance today is having enough to waste. Not just more than we could use but enough to never wear a pair of shoes more than one day. Get new ones every day. Never need to wash because we always just buy new clothes and throw used ones away. In our age of multi-million-dollar contracts, abundance takes on a whole different mindset. God provided for the Israelites in their wandering by their clothes and shoes not wearing out. Today that would be poverty, not riches.

What did Jesus think about abundance? In Matthew 6 he taught that we should not be anxious about clothes or food because God takes care of those things. He will provide for the flower as well as for his people. Abundance is whatever God gives you. Paul had come to this conclusion in Philippians. 4. He could be happy and useful with whatever God provided. He felt blessed and rejoiced at the abundance of God. Terry

Adult Sunday Morning Classes Summer QuarterJune 3 - August 26 at 9:30 am

BOUNDARIES (Joshua DuBoise--Room 104)

Having clear boundaries is essential to a healthy, balanced lifestyle. A boundary is a personal property line that marks those things for which we are responsible. In other words, boundaries define who we are and who we are not. Boundaries impact all areas of our lives: Physical boundaries help us determine who may touch us and under what circumstances — Mental boundaries give us the freedom to have our own thoughts and opinions

-- Emotional boundaries help us to deal with our own emotions and disengage from the harmful, manipulative emotions of others -- Spiritual boundaries help us to distinguish God’s will from our own and give us renewed awe for our Cre-ator -- Often, Christians focus so much on being loving and unselfish that they forget their own limits and limitations.

1ST & 2ND THESSALONIANS (Ashby Camp--Auditorium)

Paul, accompanied by Silas and Timothy, planted the church in Thessalonica during his second missionary journey, probably in the latter part of A.D. 49. The missionaries were forced to flee to Berea when the Jews in Thessalonica started a riot (Acts 17:1-10). Paul wrote 1 & 2 Thessalonians from Corinth probably in A.D. 50. In the class, I will do my best to present accurately what the Spirit, through Paul, said to the Thessalonians that we might understand his

message to us today in those letters.

TBA (Bob Farr--Room 105)

NOTHING NEW UNDER THE SUN (Jack Farr--4Sixteen)

The class will be looking at history, politics and society from a Biblical standpoint. Some say things have changed a lot, some say things have been the same through the ages. What about God--how does he see us and what does he expect from us based on the times and environment in which we live.

Summer Series--Wednesdays--7 p.m.June 6 - August 29

PRAISE IN SONG (Michael Horton, Tricia Ubrig & Justin Henley--Fellowship Hall)

Beginning on June 6th and running alternate Wednesdays through the quarter, new songs will be introduced and/or work done on songs we al-ready sing to help improve our worship in song. This is an opportunity to work on parts and have people who know music to give instruction to all

the parts!

CREATING COMMUNITY (Joshua DuBoise--Fellowship Hall)

It is unfortunate that most Americans, even Christians, feel isolated and alone. Our lives are busy, families are fragmented, schedules are full, and technology has kept us in isolation. Though we are surrounded by people every day, we are still deprived of authentic community relationships. For this quarter, we will discuss and learn how to create lasting relationships, foster better communication

with others, and build a culture of community and love by emphasizing the idea and importance of small groups. Beginning on June 13th and run-ning alternate Wednesdays through the quarter.

EldersJack Farr Ken FoxJackie Hinkle Kevin HubbyCurtis Allen

MinistersPulpit Minister: Terry Singleton

Spanish Minister: Edison QuevedoFamily Minister: Joshua DuBoise

Youth Minister: Joel Soumar

Guests Please consider yourself our honored guest. We are glad you have come our way and invite you to return any time you can. We encourage you to fill out a guest card so we have a record of your visit. There are a number of people in our congregation who would love to study the Bible with you if you so desire. Please come back to worship with us at any and every opportunity you have.

Attendance & Offering Sunday Worship: 437Wednesday: 125Budget: $10,863Giving: $8,690YTD Average: $10,959

Our Meeting Times Bible Class .........................9:30amWorship ...........................10:30amConnect Groups ................5:00pmWorship .............................5:00pmWednesday Class ..............7:00pm

Ladies’ ClassThis coming Tuesday will be the last class before summer break. Thanks to Danell Fitzgerald for the wonderful job she has done teaching the book of Deuteronomy. Class will resume with a new study in Sep-tember!

Thank you Mesa!The contribution this past Sunday (May 20) for our brothers and sisters in Ugan-da totaled $1,980, to which the Missions Committee added $500, bringing the total Mesa offering to $2,480! As Alissa replied, “Wow!!!! So generous!!” Matthew and Alissa will combine this amount with what is given today by their congregation, the Mountain View Church of Christ, for the total love offering to be delivered to the Kampala Church of Christ. I will keep you posted on the details.

Meg and I solicit your prayers for Matthew, Alissa, Dylan, Anna, and Audrey as they make this long journey. Please pray that God will protect them and bless them spiri-tually through the experience. In Christ, --Ashby

Summer DinnerMark your calendar for June 6th and plan to come enjoy dinner at 5:30 prior to class at 7 p.m. This will be ongoing for the months of June and July! A suggested donation of $3 per person or $10 per family will cover most of the cost! See the details on classes for the summer quarter on the Summer Class Schedule!

El Salvador Mission TripThe Mesa team headed to El Salvador will have their final rehearsal prior to departure this coming Wednesday evening at 6:30 p.m. in the Auditorium. The team will be in El Salvador June 2nd through 11th where they will visit 5 Elementary Schools in the mornings and do some door knocking and services in the afternoon and evenings. Pray for success and safety!

Updates Add to the Family: William & Vivian Colley, .Baptism: Joylynd Warren, . Joylynd is the daughter of Josh & Christine Warren and was baptized by her dad last week following wor-ship.

MAY29 Ladies’ Class29 SIBI Classes31 Q-Bees

JUNE2 El Salvador Mission Team Departs2 Open Pantry2 4Sixteen Game Night3 Summer Family Challenge Kickoff4 Ken & Jean Fox 58th Anniversary5 Ladies’ Class

JUNE5 SIBI Classes 6 Summer Series & Dinner7 Q-Bees10 WBS/WEI Potluck10 4Sixteen Fire & Water Night13 Summer Series & Dinner14 Q-Bees15 Hinkle’s 54th Anniversary16 Widows’ & Special Sisters’ Luncheon16 4Sixteen Eat Out Night17 Father’s Day

Praise and Prayersnew and criticalLynnita Knoch ...............................Jaw Surgery RecoveryDorothy Hees .....................................................Radiation Debbie McMorries (S. Young’s Mom) ....................CancerAllan Hutchen .......................................... Kidney Disease

on-going health problemsCharlene O’Connor, Marjorie Steinbock, Delores Fugate, Bob & Yvonne Clayton, Ray Vega, Naomi Miller, Luana Guthrie, Tommy Foster (TJ’s Dad), Claire Moore, Martha Carroll, Debbie Suazo, Tewana Carter, Jana Bitikofer, Amanda (Gist’s Daughter), Stephanie Hasper, Ed Schro-eder, Gilbert Burrowes, Jr. (L. Howerton’s Dad), Sandy Ibbetson, Ethan Campa, Dorothy Hees, Wayne Timbush

Military prayersBeau Howell, Andrew Jones (C. Burd’s G’son), Anthony Galvan (Millers G’son), Jake Hinkle (Hinkle’s G’son), Bri-ana Aston (S. Yeats’ Niece), Chase Dowell (son of Jim & Pam Arno), Michael Ford, Diego Castañeda, Jake Teague (Grandson-in-law of Sue Johnson), George Lopez, Jared Cannon, Kyle Sharp Mission prayersEl Salvador Mission Team departs June 2ndWEI & WBS Students and Teachers

4SixteenA Ministry for College Students,Single Adults and Young Marrieds in their 20’s and early 30’s

Today 9:30 a.m. 4Sixteen class05/30 Class in 4Sixteen Room06/02 Wii Game Night06/10 Communion to Shutins06/10 Fire & Water Night

Calendar

Communion PreparationIlme & Maria Ortiz are scheduled to prepare communion for Sunday, June 3rd.

Nursery HelpersCrystal Mo and Rosa Lopez will serve today.Debra Peterson & Dina Fernandez will serve next Sunday, June 3rd. Bible Hour LeadersTBH LEADERS: Today: Brandon & Allison Clark assisted by Boni & Miriam Flores. Next week: Benjamin & Regina Koomson assisted by Kevin & Alyssa Brown.CBH LEADERS: Today: Scott & Lori Howerton assisted by Lizabeth Lopez and Autumn Howerton. Next week: Wayne Timbush assisted by Keith & Sheryl Wilson, Leo Castañeda & Gustavo Meza.

May Greeters & Welcome CenterWELCOME CENTER (9:15 - 10:15): Dan & Sue BarkerWELCOME CENTER (10:15 - 1045): Christina Grist and Lori HowertonGREETERS (9:15 - 9:40): Lacee Fitzgerald and Joan PiercyGREETERS (10:15 - 10:40): John Dunwoody and Camille Verdugo

Communion to Shut-In MemberToday: Harry Mo Next Sunday: Steve Gushee

Mission Field in the Mission FieldOne of the beautiful works of the Somprasong 4 congregation in Bangkok is their care of Pakistani refugees. Believers and non-believers have fled to Thailand to escape Muslim persecution and/or the social evils of Pakistani society. Such a family was Norreen and her five children. Her Muslim husband was taking his family back to Pakistan to divorce Norreen and keep the children. She refused to leave Thailand and shared her story with members of the Somprasong 4 church. They helped her and her children, her mother and her brother settle in Bangkok, even though they were illegal refugees. Brother Bhee, one of the Somprasong preachers, began Bible studies with the whole family and December 31st, Norreen, her mother and her brother were baptized into Jesus, the sixth Pakistani family that Somprasong has converted. We were thrilled to be preaching the Sunday they were baptized.

April 22nd we received the shocking news that the Thai Immigration police had arrested Norreen. The children are safe with their grandmother, but Norreen will be jailed until she returns to Pakistan or is accepted as a refugee in a third country. Bhee told us the church wrote a letter to the Thai Immigration confirming Norreen’s honesty, that she is the mother of five children, and that the church will care for her until she finds a third county. The condition for release is 50,000 Thai baht ($1,600) bail deposit that is returned when she leaves Thailand. Bhee told the Somprasong 4 members the following Sunday: “I made the announcement this morning and, praise God, right after the service, many have come and talked to me. So far we were promised to receive what was needed, all 50,000 baht.” The pictures show Norreen with her kids and with Ken and Jean back in November. Bhee is meeting with the Immigration Police to release her but, “it would really be a miracle if we can bail her out since no one has been released in nearly two years.” Please pray that Norreen can be reunited with her kids - Ken & Jean

Congratulations!We rejoice this week with Daniel & Lisa Fenwick and their family on the completion of the adoption process! Little Adam was officially adopted this past Thursday. Such a blessing for their physical and spiritual family at Mesa!

Singing Youth of DenverCasa Grande Church of Christ invites everyone to a performance by the Singing Youth of Denver on Saturday, June 2nd, at 7 p.m. at the Casa Grande Church of Christ.

See Summer Class Info on Back of Bulletin!

Together with their parents

Kathryn Elizabeth Brownand

Richard Keith Rowlandrequest the honor of your presence

at their weddingas they are united as husband and wife

Saturday, the ninth of JuneTwo thousand eighteen

at two o’clock in the afternoon

Mesa Church of Christ1223 E Dana Avenue, Mesa, AZ 85204

Reception with Light refreshments to Follow

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