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(405) 341-3353 August 13, 2017Volume 56 No. 31

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SUNDAY EVENING SERMON SERIES

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JESUS LOVES ME SUNDAY NIGHT, AUG. 13

converge

Anyone and everyone, especially those

looking for a place to connect on

Wednesday evenings, is invited to this

class in the chapel. There will be great

singing during a time of praise and

worship followed by interactive

discussion based on the previous

Sunday’s sermon.

Where Faith & Life IntersectWednesdays 7 pm in the Chapel

Beginning Sept. 6

Sermon series on Elijah

Standing for God when the world seems to be falling apart

FIRE & FAITH

SUNDAY MORNING SERMON SERIES

Sermon series on ElijahAugust 13: Blaze of Glory

we are glad you're here!

NEWS & GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

BAPTIZED

EMILY HORTON

REHAB: EPWORTH VILLA: Ruth Smith MERCY: Mary Ann Sipes

CONTINUED PRAYERS Priscilla Alley, Glendell Norman, Rosa Manhalter, Betty Wright, Paul & Rozilla Harland, Rodney Chambers, Tonia Lillard, Mary Carney, Allen Roseberry’s sister, Ellen Chambers, Jerry Scott, Kaye Boyce, Bea Bowles, Lou Spencer, Betty Maston, Betty Rhoades’ brother, Sharon Vaulner, Stephanie Howell, Kim Waggoner’s father, Richard & Robbie Jones, Mitch & Kevin Tyler’s father, Karen Babcock, Mike Britt’s mother, Joy Mansfield’s daughter, Linda Walts, Buck Buchanan’s grandson, Hollingsworth’s daughter-in-law, Paul Eubanks, Carol Kelsey & Rosa Manhalter’s brother, Michael Alridge, Lenora Pollard’s granddaughter, Pat Smalling’s grandson, Clay Jones, Richard Albright, Gene Bray, Reuben Kapaale, Beverly Woodard, Jernigan’s great-granddaughter, Glenda Smith

THOSE IN THE MILITARY: Chris Gehri, Bradley Martin, Alex Young, Atticus Young, Miller Burkson, Clayton Williams, Cody Phillips, Alison Young, Cassie Essary, Janna Czernecki, Adrian Medina

SYMPATHY IS EXTENDED TO RONDA DAVIS in the death of her sister-in-law. DIANA GRANDE in the death of her father. RICK OWENS in the death of his grandmother. ELIZABETH BAIRD in the death of her grandmother, Avanelle Baird.

SHOWERS BRIDAL SHOWER FOR LAUREN HAMMONDS on Aug. 13 at 2 pm in the parlor. She is registered at Amazon and Bed, Bath and Beyond. BABY BOY SHOWER FOR LESLIE VANDERPOOL on Aug. 13 at 3:30 in room 202. BRIDAL SHOWER FOR YESENIA VILLAMAN on Saturday, Aug. 26 at 10 am in the parlor. She is registered at Amazon, Target, Bed, Bath & Beyond. BRIDAL SHOWER FOR BRENNA BUXTON on Aug. 27 at 2 pm in the parlor.

BRIDAL SHOWER FOR HAYLEY WALDO, bride elect of Tanner Bentley, on Sept. 9 at 10 am in the home of Rachel Burkett. She is registered at William Sonoma, Target, Crate & Barrell and Amazon.

SHEPHERDS PRAYER TIME on Wednesday night at 8:15 in the parlor. Everyone is welcome. MONDAY FOR THE MASTER will resume on Sept. 11. FOOD PANTRY ITEMS: complete meals, oatmeal packets, peanut butter & jelly. A complete list is available in the foyer. NURSERY WORKERS: Pathfinders class WEDNESDAY NIGHT FALL SPEAKER SERIES: Adult classes will mix to attend one of four special classes this October.MEN'S CHORUS will meet at 3:30 in the auditorium on Sunday afternoons.SEARCH needs volunteers Aug. 14 at 9 am.

Save the Date Oct. 19-21

La Sierra Bible Camp UpdateThe congregation in Aquiles helped to prepare the campground and made food for this year’s La Sierra Camp. The 87 campers who came during the two weeks of camp enjoyed Bible lessons, singing, crafts and sports.

UPCOMING EVENTS

BEGINNINGS & BLESSINGS

August 27, 5 pmSpecial prayer for students of all ages, teachers and the new school term. Please plan to be

here with your children.

fellowship

Sept. 10after Evening services in the

circle driveSign up in Bible class to

bring ice cream. HEADLINE NEWS

Lift

Save the Date Oct. 19-21

Please remember to pray for those who are shut-in, suffering from a long term illness or in nursing homes. Encourage someone with a phone call or visit.

SHUT-IN, LONG TERM ILLNESS

Martin & Ella AbelaEstalita AshbyTheresa BatesGloria BosticBea BowlesLouise DennisGary & Vickie GarrettSue GrimesJane JohnsonJeff & Andrea Johnson

Richard JonesMarie KeeAlice McIntireGlendell NormanLenora PollardBarbara RisleyMary Ann SipesPersia ThrashDean & Linda WareRay & Lee Young

Please call the church office with any updates.

FINAL LIFT: August 16

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES

SUNDAYBIBLE CLASS 9:30 amWORSHIP 8:15 am & 10:40 am, 5 pm

TUESDAYLADIES CLASS (Sept.-May) 9:30 am

WEDNESDAYMID-WEEK CLASSES 5 & 7 pm

FOREIGN MISSIONARIES Josué David Alcerro NicaraguaJulio Alberto Alcerro Nicaragua Harold & Arelly Ampié NicaraguaUbaldo & Marisol Camacho MexicoEduardo Cisnero NicaraguaKye Courtright GermanyReuben & Maureen Kapaale ZambiaJana Miller ZambiaGerardo & Yesenia Rayo NicaraguaRoger & Diane Saumur Montreal

DOMESTIC MISSIONARIES Humberto & Irene Hernandez McAllen, TXJohn & Jill Schadegg Logan, UTPhil Sanders Search MINISTRY STAFF Evan BurkettBrenda GordonShawn McElroy Kevin Rayner

Kent RisleyJeremy RobertsonRandy Roper Tony Sepulveda

ELDERS Blaine AllenbachRichard BlankenshipMike CainMark ColemanAndy DeanSylvan GordonBrent KeckLyle Kelsey

Dale LollarJack LowryDave MillerLarry MillerDean NilesLendon ShottsJohn TrotterJeff Whitehead

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AM Worship (total) 1058PM Worship 445 Bible Class 862Preschool 65Grades K-6 136Grades 7-12 84College Seekers 33Pathfinders 45YMCA 65Sojourners 37Young Families 52Transformers 59Sowers 72VIP 42

Upwards 46Primetime 71Auditorium 33In Depth Bible Study 10Hispanic 9/17

MINISTRY PLAN REPORTWeekly Plan $41,008.00 Offering $40,830.07

COMMISSION SUNDAY Annual Plan $382,288.00 Given to Date $256,400.00

Next Commission SundayNovember 12

ATTENDANCE REPORT: August 6, 2017

Last week we wrapped up summer activities for the youth group, and what a great summer it was!

We have deepened existing relationships in our group, served the Oklahoma City area, and have traveled to spread the Gospel and serve in Christ’s name. Looking back on these activities, I am proud of our teens. They have been a lampstand for God and foundational in spreading the Word of God.

None of this would be possible without the love and support of this congregation, and the work of our awesome interns. We appreciate Kayla and Colten and the dedication they have had to our students. Our youth are beyond blessed to be supported by a congregation of differing ages and backgrounds.

Now we are focusing our intentions and prayers on the school year. With Bible studies like OneWay, for middle school, and Elevate, for high school, we continue to dedicate time and devotion to God. Our students—and their faith—are great results of the families and the surrounding community of believers we have here at the Edmond church.

Jeremy and I are grateful for the opportunity to be involved in this ministry and the lives of these students.

JOHN FRIASYOUTH MINISTRY

REFLECTIONS…

WORSHIP PROGRAM

A QUIET PLACE is available in the chapel during the second morning and evening services for anyone who needs a quiet place to worship.

WELCOME BOOK: Please ta e a minute to fill out the welcome book; white section for members and green section for guests.

SUNDAY MORNING: August 13, 2017

SERMON“BLAZE OF GLORY"

2 Kings 2:8-14

FIRST SERVICE Welcome .........................................................Kent RisleySong Leader ....................................................... Trey CailSongs ......There's a Royal Banner; How Great Thou Art; There is a Habitation; Sun of My SoulPrayer................................................................Mike CainSong ................................................To God Be the Glory; Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus; The Old Rugged CrossCommunion .............................................Ryan BurchamSong ............................................Oft We Come TogetherOfferingSong .......................................................... Abide with MeScripture .......................................................... Tyler BillenSong ............................................... The Great RedeemerSermon ............................................................Kent RisleyInvitation Song ............................... All Things are ReadyPrayer............................................................David BeamAnnouncements ..........................................Evan Burkett

SECOND SERVICEChildren's Story Time ......................................Kent RisleyWelcome .....................................................Randy RoperSong Leader ................................................. David BurchSongs .............. Praise Him! Praise Him!; Praise the Lord; My Hope is Built on Nothing LessPrayerSongs .........Hosanna, You're My King; He Leadeth Me; We will Glorify; Faithful LoveCommunion .................................................. Jim Goodin Song ...................................................... Awesome PowerOfferingSong .............................................In Moments Like TheseScripture .....................................................Dustin RaynerChildren's Bible HourSong ............................................................ Days of ElijahSermon ............................................................Kent RisleyInvitation Song ................................... Lord, Take ControlPrayer...................................................... Regan Marshall Announcements ..........................................Evan Burkett

WORSHIP PROGRAM

SUNDAY EVENING: August13, 2017

Watch SEARCH each Sunday on:KOCB-TV Channel 34 Oklahoma City 7:30 am

Also available at Searchtv.org

SERMON"SONGS OF THE CHURCH:

"JESUS LOVES ME"John 3:16

Welcome ...............................................John FriasSong Leader ................................... Caleb ElmoreSongs Firm Foundation; I will Call Upon the LordScripture ...........................................Hunter ZajacPrayer................................................ Noah BosleySongs ...........Faithful Love; Here I am to WorshipPoncha Report ..................... Cameron Jernigan, Jacob ElmoreSong Leader ....................................... Riley RoperSongs ................ Mighty to Save; In Christ Alone; Jesus Loves Me Sermon ....................................Jeremy RobertsonInvitation Song ............................ Jesus Loves MeLord’s Supper in the Chapel .............Jim GoodinSong ...................Jesus, Name Above All NamesPrayer............................................... Jack GoodinAnnouncements ...............................Evan Burkett

August 13 1 Peter:3-12

Our Wonderful Salvation