June 7, 2020

900 Echo Lane

Houston, TX 77024

713.464.0271

10:30 AM SERVICE

Song: I Know Whom I Have Believed .........................................

Song: Guide Me O Thou Great Jehovah .....................................

Welcome - Will Gadison

Family Song - Heyen/Berend & Serena Baur

Prayer ........................................................................ Frank Holt

Song: God Of Wonders ..............................................................

Song: Living Hope.......................................................................

Communion ............................................................. Kurt Picker

Song: Be Still And Know .............................................................

Contribution ........................................................ David Duncan

Song: Ancient Words .................................................................

Scripture: Genesis 11:5-9 ............................ Timothy Gleasman

Sermon: “Go Where He Leads” ................................ D. Duncan

Song: Had It Not Been The Lord .................................................

Shepherd’s Prayer: ................................................. Philip Bailey

Song: Stronger ...........................................................................

“GO WHERE HE LEADS ” 10:30 AM Service -David Duncan

Genesis 12:1-4 Tension in the Text

The world was in crisis. What will God do with creation gone bad?

God gave an amazing promise. Abraham accepted.

Genesis 12:6-9 Abraham wasn’t secure in where he was called, but with whom

he lived. God may be calling you to something amazing.

… and scary. He wants you to go … to trust.

God’s calling was disruptive to Abraham’s life. He went anyway.

Abraham needed to do more than obey the promise. He needed to embrace it. He faltered a few times. Genesis 12:10-13 - Egypt Genesis 20 - Abimelech

Future Child How did God react?

Faithfully Most places God calls us to aren’t physical addresses.

They are spiritual places. Where is God leading?

Need anything? elders@mcoc.org

6:00 PM STREAMING SERVICE

Song: Glorify Thy Name .............................................................

Song: Hosanna ...........................................................................

Song: We Praise Thee O God .....................................................

Song: Hallelujah Praise Jehovah ................................................

Welcome

Song: Let It Rise ..........................................................................

Prayer: ........................................................... Matt Hoffmeister

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-8 .......................................... Josh Hyland

Song: Greatest Commands ........................................................

Sermon: “A Common Love” ..................................... D. Duncan

Song: Here In This Place .............................................................

Prayer:................................................................... Keith Woods

Song: Shout Hallelujah ...............................................................

OUR SERVICES SERMON NOTES

“A COMMON LOVE” 6:00 PM Streaming Service -David Duncan

We are constantly reminded of what separates us. Jesus wants to unite us!

John 3:16 Common love requires intentionality.

Jesus wants us to have it. Philippians 2:1-2

Love compels us to focus on unity. We give up rights & opinions for the greater good.

Unity can occur when I look out for you rather than myself. Philippians 2:3-4

Love unites us in honoring Jesus. He is our example. Philippians 1:5-8

Do I focus on what binds or what divides?

Need anything? elders@mcoc.org

chairman (April-June) Frank Devine; 713.202.2086 FAMILY SHEPHERDS

Shepherds are distributed among the family by last name as seen below in parentheses.

Philip Bailey (A-Bis)

Danny Clancy (Bit-Con)

Aaron Deister (Coo-Fl)

Frank Devine (Fo-Hep)

Tom Messick (McL-Pep)

Terry Montgomery (Per-Ru)

Jerry Gerlich (Her-Kn)

Greg Hughes (Ko-McK)

Alan Pence (Ry-Ta)

Robby Robinson, Jr. (Te-Z)

MINISTRY STAFF

Mike Avery Robert Heyen

Youth & Family Involvement

David Duncan Jenni Langston

Preaching Children & Family

Shawn Freeman Larry D. Phillips

Youth & Bridge Congregational Care

& Outreach

God’s Victory over the Deceiver Matthew 4:1-11

Most of us realize that our own strength and resolve is not enough to navigate through tough times. Jesus knew it and acted appropriately. Most of us realize

that a prayer for strength is often needed. Jesus knew it and reacted correctly. Most of us realize that God is always ready to give us the strength we need. Jesus knew it and answered accurately. Most of us realize that it is wise to call on God for strength to help us sustain what appears to be the unsustainable. Jesus realized it and did exactly that.

In Matthew 4:1-11, we see:

God leads and he led Jesus into the desert.

God gives us the power to choose and Jesus chose the perfect response 3 times.

God was undefeated then and He is undefeated now!

God has given us an arsenal that is His Word and He conquered the deceiver 3 times.

So, what can we do with this information: Pray. Study. Worship. Wield the sword, the Word of God. Be on guard because the deceiver is actively tracking us down.

Now, apply the information in real time…“Let’s claim the victory.” As I observe what is unfolding in the world, I am disappointed, saddened, sickened, and disgusted we have moved so far from God and clos-er to the deceiver. Who is going to get us back on track? Well, God is ready! We saw what He did, in Matthew 4:1-11, and He does it today! Are we ready to accept His victory over the deceiver?

Blessings…Larry D. and Lou Ann Phillips

Larry D. Phillips Congregational Care & Outreach Minister

How is our family doing during quarantine?

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CONTRIBUTION - 5/31/20 $44,680 weekly budget: $57,544

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2020 BAPTISMS - 11

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UPCOMING EVENTS TUESDAYS; 10:00 AM MEN’S & LADIES BIBLE CLASS VIA ZOOM VIDEO CALL Ladies, email Ruth Anne - racasci@gmail.com or men, email Larry - lphillips@mcoc.org for your respective codes.

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WEDNESDAYS; 7:00 PM BIBLE STUDY - BOOK OF LUKE, VIA ZOOM Visit the QR code to sign up.

JUNE 8; 8:00 PM ALL YOUTH & BRIDGE

STUDENTS AND FAMILIES FREE DRIVE-IN MOVIE AT MCOC

Bring your own Popcorn, Candy, and Drinks and

STAY IN YOUR CAR! The movie will be projected

onto a large screen and you can listen to the audio on your radio on the designated frequency. If you need to

go to the bathroom, someone will let you in the building. Bathrooms will be sanitized after each use. We will be watching a PG kid-friendly movie If you have been sick, exposed to someone

with Covid-19, or are feeling sick, please do not attend.

CONGRATULATIONS Clay Armstrong and Laura Givens -were united in marriage May 30, in Colorado. We wish them many years of happiness!

BABY SHOWER Caleb & Melissa Robinson -originally had a baby shower planned for June 7. Instead, they will now receive gifts at their home. They are registered at babylist. You may see information on the Sisters at Memorial Facebook page or visit the QR code to view their registry.

PRAYER REQUESTS Jeanette Abbasi’s dad - Bill Devalcourt continues having TIAs. He has had an Echocardiogram and was scheduled for more tests June 5.

Judy Belanger - mother of Jon Belanger, was recently diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. She will be starting chemo treatments.

Patricia Berry-Jones - has requested prayers for Shelton Gibbs III, minister in the Dallas area whose mother passed away and for Johnny Rogers, an elder in Dallas, whose son passed away.

Will Boedeker - is recovering at home following an accident with pool chemicals. He received several stitches and is in a lot of pain.

Brenda Dorsey - was scheduled for several biopsies last week.

Ellouise Hopkins -had successful cancer surgery Monday, June 1. Plans were for her to return home Wednesday, June 3.

Chris Huff -son of Betty Huff, is being referred to an ENT who will likely remove a small nodule in his throat which is making it difficult to swallow.

Diann Milstead -mother of Amanda Dyniewski, is being hospitalized in Dallas due to complications related to a diagnosis of cancer she received in May.

Kenneth Miles -brother-in law of Denise Healy, had surgery to set both wrists which will allow him to be repositioned to avoid pneumonia and blood clots. He is sometimes able to respond and has been moved to a regular room. Fortunately, his wife, Connie, has been allowed to see him. Please pray that a suitable facility be found when the time comes for him to leave the hospital.

Sarah Price - had successful surgery on her hand last week.

Marion Sills -brother of Lottie Norsworthy & uncle to Tracy Glover, had a double by-pass Tuesday, June 2 in Corinth, MS. Prayers are also requested for his wife, Jo Ann Sills who had a mastectomy last month.

Julio Ventura -brother of Karla Brown, has tested positive for Covid -19 in El Salvador. Karla asked that we pray for his family and for her dad, Oscar Ventura who has had recent contact with Julio. Recently a tropical storm swept through causing serious flooding in their area. Fortunately they were spared from the flooding.

Wilford -friend of Leah Dorman, discovered that he has brain cancer after suffering from a fall.

SYMPATHY Cheryl Smithee -previous longtime member of Memorial has notified us that the memorial service for her husband, Tom Smithee, is planned for Saturday, June 20 at 1:00 p.m. at Jersey village Church of Christ. Tom passed from this life Friday, March 13.

How are you staying close to your Memorial friends? “We have been keeping up with our Memorial family through texts, emails, and mostly through Zoom. Beth has continued to attend Ladies' Bible class online at 10 am every Tuesday. She loves seeing all the sweet familiar faces plus the newcomers that have been able to join since the class went online. Taylor meets with the other Bridge students every Monday and Wednesday evening online as well. Brad joins them on Wednesday night to continue teaching through the book of Acts, like they would have been doing Sunday mornings before this season of separation started. We still look forward to the time of hugs and handshakes as soon as this season is over!” - The Colliander Family

JUNE 9; 2:00-4:00 PM; MCOC

ALL YOUTH (7th-12th) GUYS/GIRLS BIBLE STUDY Bring a mask, lawn chair, Bible, water bottle, journal or notepad, and

pen. If you have ben sick, exposed to someone with Covid-19, or are feeling sick, please do not attend.

You can also join on Zoom - details in the Youth News!

JUNE 10; 7:00 PM

BRIDGE (5TH-6TH GRADE) BIBLE STUDY ON THE BOOK OF ACTS - WATCH FOR ZOOM INFO

JUNE 11; 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

JUNIOR HIGH (7TH-8TH GRADES) PARK DAY See the Youth News for detailed information.

JUNE 15

LET’S GO FOR A BIKE RIDE! Bring a helmet, bike, water bottle, and a friend

and meet at Terry Hershey Park.

See the Youth News for more info.

Bridge: 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

Junior High: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

High School: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

JUNE 16; 2:00-4:00 PM; MCOC

ALL YOUTH (7th-12th) GUYS/GIRLS BIBLE STUDY Bring a mask, lawn chair, Bible, water bottle, journal or notepad, and

pen. If you have ben sick, exposed to someone with Covid-19, or are feeling sick, please do not attend.

You can also join on Zoom - details in the Youth News!

How has your family been blessed? “Being quarantined together has been such a blessing to our family because it has given us the opportunity to share more quality time together, as well as to pray more together. One thing we’ve implemented as family that we had not done before is share at least one reason we’re grateful, as well as share at least one reason why we appreciate one

another while at the dinner table. This is very important because it helps us to stay joyful and to cherish life during a time when so many things are uncertain. But through it all we know we can trust our Heavenly Father.” - The Bonnett Family

How have you been spending your time? “Quarantine has been an interesting experience. We enjoyed having our daughter, Emma, home for the first few weeks before she started her new adult life in Oklahoma. We have loved getting things done around the house, communicating with church family and meeting neighbors as we sit nightly on the bench behind our backyard fence. Sermons and Bible classes still needed to be written and delivered so we have kept up much of our routine.” - The Duncan Family

FRIDAY, JUNE 26; 7:00-9:00 PM SATURDAY, JUNE 27; 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

Go! A Drive-Thru VBS Experience! Visit the QR code to register for a time slot!

(Registration is highly encouraged.)

SATURDAY, JULY 25 JOURNEYLAND DAY CAMP - More details soon!

SUNDAY MORNING - ONLINE BIBLE TIME PRESCHOOL - 9:00 A.M.

ELEMENTARY - 9:30 A.M. Look for these on the

JourneyLand Facebook page & on the MCOC website!