Pastor Barron will preach this Sunday from I Corinthians 4:1-5. Also, we will remember the blessings of the Reformation brought forth through Martin Luther in 1517. He defended, among other doctrines, that the Bible should be the supreme rule by which all teachings should be subordinated and that salvation comes only by grace through faith and not by deeds.
Five hundred years ago, Luther was summoned to Augsburg, Germany, to defend his doctrines over a span of 3 days before an imperial diet (assembly). Luther refused to recant his arguments against indulgences. This month 500 years ago, Pope Leo X declared Luther’s writings as conflicting with church teaching.
Church Fellowship Cookout Today
This Saturday, October 27, we will gather at 12:00 noon for a fellowship time and cookout at the Barrons. This should be a good time of fellowship and encouragement for all. Please let Brent Butterfield know if you are planning to come or if you have any questions.
Wednesday Prayer Time/Bible Study Continues In Romans
This coming Wednesday we will gather at 7:00 p.m. in the Orchid Room for prayer for the church and for Bible study. This week we will be picking up our study at Romans 8: 26. All are welcome to attend.
Elder Nominations Open
Nov. 5: Session sets slate of officers.
Nov. 12: Session will present slate of officers, trained and examined.
Nov. 18: Election of officers.
Continuing to serve as elders after the first of the year are Brent Butterfield and Stan Grist.
By-Laws Amendments To Be Presented For Congregational Vote
The Session is suggesting that the church allow for an additional membership class, that of Associate Member. This requires an amendment to the By-Laws. The proposed text of these amendments will be presented for discussion as an agenda item for the called congregational meeting on November 11 that will also include the presentation of the slate of Elder and congregational officer candidates. A second called congregational meeting is scheduled for November 18 at which the congregation will vote on the By-Laws amendments.
Dorcas Ministry Focus For November
The Dorcas Ministry focus for November will be announced shortly. We will receive the donations on November 18.
Church Nursery Volunteers Sought
On December 2, the church will begin to offer a nursery for children from infancy through age 3 during morning worship. It is the intention of the Session to provide nursery attendants from congregational volunteers on a rotating schedule. If you will agree to assist, please contact Pastor Barron.
Catechism Corner
Q. 6. What do the Scriptures make known of God?
A. The Scriptures make known what God is, the persons in the Godhead, his decrees, and the execution of his decrees.
(Westminster Larger Confession)
Tabletalk Moment
The One To Whom We Speak: “…we must ever be in awe of our Creator. When we approach Him in prayer, we must remember who He is–the Lord God Almighty who is deserving of all honor, glory, and praise. We must bow to His greatness, worshiping Him and remembering that He upholds us by His grace.” (October 22, page 54).
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