CENTERVILLE MESSENGER (096380) Free Upon Request-Published Weekly by Centerville Church of Christ, 138 N. Central Ave., Centerville, TN 37033-1427

September 21, 2016 Volume XXXVI - Number 37

“I Hope You Know”

Cyrene was a port city, and as such, merchants and traders made their way to this city from around and beyond the Mediterranean. The trading ships would carry with them not only merchandise, but also messages from around the routes of their travels. No doubt, as word began to build and spread of the mighty works being done by some villager from the region of Galilee, many from the Jewish community of the Greek colony would be particularly intrigued. There was likely a progression of the stories as the works of the Man increased. Words of His messages, of course, but words of His miracles to the lepers, the blind, the lame, the sick, the deaf, and the outcasts. How He dealt with the ones on the outside, the least, and the insignificant. Then no doubt one day arrived, when the port was filled with the news that by a word, when the stranger spoke, the one they called, Rabbi, Teacher, Lord, Jesus, a man who once occupied a grave, came out at His word. Perhaps among the number of the ones gathered in the port was a man named Simon who would travel to Jerusalem for the time of the Passover celebration. His intent would be to prepare himself to share the passover, to come to the

temple for worship, and to be reminded of the glory of God when he would look upon the lamb. Little did he know, he would look upon the lamb who takes away the sins of the world and never be the same. The gospels mention the life of Simon of Cyrene as almost a footnote, but his place in the story of Jesus Christ is our place in the Master’s Story. Matthew says Simon was found (Matthew 27:32); Mark notes he was a father (Mark 15:21), and Luke implies he was forced (Luke 23:26). All three point to the form of his involvement as though it could have been us standing there watching. Simon served as an unsuspecting spectator in the story of Jesus, looking upon His life as a face in the crowd, not believing he is directly involved in the events he is witnessing.

Some believe Simon, out of sympathy for the Lord Jesus, came to his side in protest of His treatment. Mel Gibson’s depiction of the crucifixion in “The Passion” (2004) reveals this theory. It’s appealing, but hardly accurate. As much as we as believers want for someone to aid our Savior in His suffering, scripture does not offer such a picture. For many of us, all of us really, we fail to see our part in the story of Jesus. We somehow believe we can stand on the sideline watching him pass by and not be impacted. Simon was compelled to carry the cross of Jesus, because the Roman soldiers taking him to the cross had a mission to complete. They were not so much as interested in making a spiritual point, as they were in following a set of orders. Yet in being compelled, Simon was forced to see the cross, forced to look upon the sorrow that the Savior bore for his sins and see the blood of the cross shed by Jesus. It would be later that he would learn all this was done for his sake and sins. Do we shelter the world from the impact of sin and the scene it created at Calvary? There is nothing attractive, appealing, or alluring about the nature of sin. But in lifting up the Savior, we cannot ignore the nature of His sacrifice. He died for the nameless face in the crowd and for the one standing next to them. I hope you know, we are Simon, compelled and called to be cleansed by His blood, and then to carry that same message to the one standing next to us.

Sept. 21 - Unchain My Heart to the Little Ones

Nick McNabb, Searcy, AR Dinner Hosted by: 20/30’s Class

Sept. 28 - Unchain My Heart to the Lord

Hugh Fulford, Gallatin, TN Dinner Catered by: Fish Camp Restaurant

Dinner Served Each Wednesday In September from 5:30-6:30 pm with

Devotional and Series beginning at 7:00

Spotlight on….

Our New Deacons

Eric, Brandy, Zane, Kaynaan Nash 413 Oakmont Circle

Centerville, Tennessee 37033 Eric is serving on the Youth Ministry and

the Day School Board

HERE...THERE…EVERYWHERE! That is the

best way to describe the Lighthouse last Wednesday as the place was overflowing.

Austin Painter stopped by from Freed-Hardeman to spend some time and pass out

some information. Thanks to Philip Jacobs

for taking care of things in my absence for the evening too!

RUSH AT FREED-HARDEMAN, ONE OF THE HIGHLIGHTS OF THE YEAR! 35 of us left

out early Saturday morning to enjoy the day at the annual Youth Rally at FHU. We

enjoyed some great classes, some uplifting

worship times, and just the time to be together as a group and with 2000 others

focused on growing closer to God. We returned in the early hours of Sunday

morning tired, but rejuvenated to follow

Jesus’ example in the “desert.” Thanks to Heather Martin for going along with Misty

and me to help with the day! WE ENDED THE WEEKEND with a

Fireside at the Qualls cabin. What a beautiful place to get away and spend some

time with the Senior High in songs, prayer

and discussing the things we had learned from RUSH. Thank you to Brian, Sandy, Riley, and Reagan for hosting a wonderful

evening and some delicious food! Thanks also to Brett & Heather Martin for helping carpool!

WHEN YOU FIND YOURSELF IN THE DESERT OF LIFE…

WHERE DO YOU TURN? If we use the example of Christ and His time in the desert where He was tempted, He knew He was not

alone. No matter how difficult, how lonely, He knew God was still there and God still had control. In our struggles,

stumbling, and strife and in our satisfaction, survival and

success, God is in the same place. The same place He was when His Son died on the cross and when His Son rose from the

grave. Put your faith in that God and His Son as you… follow His path, -Craig

Wednesday Nights L2L

L2L Classroom in

Lighthouse

September 23

5th Quarter Bus Garage

After game-11:30

September 25

Sparks &

Intermediates at

The Movies 1:00-5:00

September 27

HCHS

Volleyball

Tailgater 4:30-6:00

October 6

Prayer

Breakfast Grady Teet

7-7:30

October 9-14

FALL BREAK

Congrats to...Bailey Gilbert, Adley Elkins and Ava Larue for winning Golf District Tourney for Hickman County High coached by Tabitha Cude who won coach of the year. Also, these girls as well as Colby Shelton and Dalton Thomasson, qualified for the regional tournament next week. The guys are coached by Jim Herron. Congrats to...Harper Shelton as she finished 2nd in the district golf tournament for Hickman Middle School. Congratulations to...the HCMS Boys for finishing 2nd in the District ! John Jacobs, Weston Elkins, Lake Bates are part of this team coached by Bill Cude.

CONTRIBUTION $11,892.20

BUDGET

$ 12,784.oo

Camp Meribah $ 183.26

Please Pray For:

Thank You

cBapis Area Events

A Bridal Tea

...We express our sympathy to the family of Bobby Brown, father of Mike (Janice) who passed away fol lowing complications from surgery. ...We express our sympathy to the family of Patsy Easley who passed away.

You are invited to a Bridal Tea for Julie Gilbert, bride elect of Orrie Rice, September 25, 2016 at the

Outreach Center from 1-2:30. Julie and Orrie are registered at Bed, Bath & Beyond and the Town Crier.

cBapis Memorial

...a Memorial has been given to Camp Meribah in memory of Lula Mae Gilliam and Varden Blackwell by Charlie & Linda Shelton. ...a donation has been given to the Paul Rogers’ Memorial Bell Tower in honor of Judy Rogers’ 80th birthday by Lonnie & Marilyn Gilliam. ...a Memorial has been given to the Mable Dunn Mission Fund in memory of Bill Allen and Guy Dunn by Doug & Maxine Shepherd. ...a Memorial has been given to the Turks & Caicos Building Fund by Janet Plemmons Nixon and John Plemmons, Jr . to commemorate the 70th anniversary of their parents John & Jean Plemmons. ...a Memorial has been given to the Camp Meribah Scholarship Fund in memory of Don Ward and in honor of Bill McDonald by the family of Don Ward.

...Jane Berryman is in St. Thomas Mid-Town. ...Lynn Campbell is undergoing tests. ...Danny Bates had surgery Monday, September 19th in Texas. ...Melissa Barber Bryant (Rodger) has been diagnosed with cancer and is undergoing more tests. ...Margie Willis, mother of Shane, is recovering at home. ...Ruth Reece is recovering at home. ...Marge Rushton is recovering from lung cancer surgery at home. ...Bruce Bowen is undergoing tests. …Elsie Mathis, grandmother of Misty Willis and aunt of Ruth McFarlin, is in St. Thomas West. …Carla Wood, of Humphreys County, is taking chemo and radiation treatments for cancer and has requested your prayers. …Rayna Jimenez, student of Joyce Bruno,

was in a serious car accident and is in Vanderbilt Hospital. ...Leon Gilbert had a heart procedure done this week.

Pat Sullivan writes: “Thanks to the Willis’, Elkins’, Don Qualls, McAlister’s,Hudgins’,Spears’ and Malugin families for the calls of comfort and help during my stay at the hospital. I have 1 more test on November 11th. I deeply appreciate your love and concern.”

Marge Rushton writes:“ I would like to thank my church family and my immediate family for all of the cards, calls, food and especially your prayers for my surgery and during my recovery.” Judy Rogers writes: “Thank you so much for all the warm wishes and kind cards for my birthday. I have been blessed beyond measure to live my life in Centerville with such amazing friends.”

...The Bon Aqua Church of Christ invites you to a Friday Night Singing September 30, 2016 beginning at 7 P.M.

Geneva Bradley 1934-2016 We express our sympathy to the family of Geneva Bradley who passed away after a short battle with brain cancer. Mrs. Bradley has been a member of the Centerville Church of Christ for the past few years. To her daughter Joyce, son Terry, all grandchildren, family and friends we extend our deepest sympathy.

Sympathy

Sympathy

Kenneth Jenkins 1928-2016

We express our sympathy to the family of Kenneth Jenkins who passed away after a long illness. Mr. Jenkins, along with his family, has been a member of the Centerville Church of Christ for a number of years. To his daughters Brenda and Karen, son Ken (Debbie) all grandchildren and great grandchildren we extend our deepest sympathy .

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Daily Updates &

Devotional Message

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Elders’ Prayer September 25 Wayne Qualls

Prayer Week of Septemer 25

S.M.W. S.M.D Daniel Dressler Shaun Lawson

S.E.W. S.E.D. Robert Bowman Stephen Dotson

W.E.B.S. W.E.D. Eric Coleman Sam Chessor

If you are scheduled to serve in Worship and are unable, please take the

responsibility to secure your replacement and contact one of the following:

Dorris Claud 931-729-2933

Lonnie Mayberry 931 -242-2644 John Bradley 931-994-7358

Read Scripture 9/25: Derek Newsom 10/2: David Hudgins

Wait on Table

4th Sunday Bill McDonald

Right Side

Cody Woods Philip Jacobs

Samuel Gilbert Ken Dickerson

Left Side

Danny Skelton Thomas Chessor Peter Houston Eric Mayberry

Alternates

Wayne Chessor Daniel Dressler

Financial abuse can take many forms, from illegal debits, to third-party scams and even unauthorized withdrawals by an approved caregiver. Many criminals are targeting those that are 65 years and over. At present the Senior Citizens in America are losing almost $2.9 billion annually to fraud enacted upon them, and this amount is expected only to grow. The American Bankers Association has created four education programs to assist in empowering Americans and communities with the facts and knowledge of how to protect themselves against fraud. Shela Chessor will be presenting the following programs for anyone who would like to attend. Drinks and Refreshments will be provided, courtesy of First Farmers and Merchants Bank. Sign-up sheet is located in the lobby.

Location - Outreach Center Programs 1 & 2 will be presented on

Tuesday, 10-04-16 from 8:45am – 11:15am Program 1: Identifying and Avoiding Scams

Program 2: Protecting Your Assets by Preventing Identity Theft

Programs 3 & 4 will be presented on Tuesday, 10-11-16 from 8:45am – 11:15am Program 3: Choosing a Financial Caregiver

Program 4: Acting as a Responsible Financial Caregiver

Sign-Up For:

Informational Seminar for Senior Citizens

Presented by: Shela Chessor

Mike Elkins

Our Elders

Lonnie Gilliam

Wayne Qualls

Gary Gatewood

Mike Goodpasture Shane Willis

Mike Elkins

2016 Child Safety Classes

Classes begin October 5th. Sign-up sheet is in the lobby or contact the Church office at 931-729-4201 or James Aydelott at 615-418-2683 jaydelot52@gmail.com or any member of the Child Advocacy Ministry group.