Church Service Highlights and Announcements

Nov 9, 2024

Lecture Notes: Church Service and Announcements

Opening

  • The service began with a warm welcome to the church family and visitors, including those watching online.
  • Congregants encouraged to greet each other in the name of Jesus to promote fellowship.
  • Prayer was offered, giving thanks for the week and asking for blessings on the service.

Announcements

Free Car and Health Checkup

  • Date: Sunday, October 20th, 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
  • Services Offered:
    • Car: Tire pressure, fluid levels, wiper inspection.
    • Health: Blood pressure, oxygen levels, temperature, blood sugar tests.
  • Encouragement to invite others.

Adventurer Club Pasta Fundraiser

  • When: October 21st - November 10th
  • Purpose: To support the Shining Stars Adventurer Club.
  • Details: Offers unique pasta products; proceeds go towards club activities.

Marriage Retreat: "Weekend to Remember"

  • Date: November 15th-17th, Cambridge, Maryland
  • Details: Offers $100 off registration with group code BW MSDA.
  • Purpose: To invest in marriage and quality time.

Youth and Young Adult Gala

  • Date: December 28th, 2024
  • Event: Night of fellowship, entertainment, and a meal.
  • Dress Code: Dress to impress; more details forthcoming.

Service Highlights

Men's Ministry Reminder

  • Reminder to attend the car and health checkup.
  • Discussion on car maintenance tips for winter readiness.

Pathfinders and Adventurers Induction Ceremony

  • When: 3:00 p.m. (same day as service)
  • Need for Instructors: Call for volunteers to teach classes.

Pianist Needed

  • Looking for a permanent pianist starting next year.

Pastor Appreciation Month

  • Collection of donations for pastor appreciation.
    • Women: Contact Sister Rosemary.
    • Men: Contact Raj.

Children's Story

  • Story shared about kindness and its returning nature, like a boomerang.
  • Biblical lesson from the story of David and Jonathan.

Worship and Praise

  • Singing of hymns:
    • "I Sing the Mighty Power of God"
    • "Showers of Blessing"
    • "Face to Face"

Prayer and Giving

  • Prayers offered for personal needs, church community, and guidance.
  • Offering collection with emphasis on supporting church ministries.

Closing Announcements

  • Nominating Committee Process:
    • Begin on October 26th, 2024.
    • Church to nominate organizing committee members.

Evangelistic Series: "Forecasting Hope"

  • Continues with meetings on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Tuesdays.
  • Encouragement to attend and support.
  • Special offering collection to support the series.

Sermon

Focus: Story of Zacchaeus

  • Main Themes:
    • Acceptance and transformation through Jesus.
    • Rejection and the desire for change.
    • Encounter with Jesus leads to transformative decisions.
  • Key Lessons:
    • Jesus accepts us as we are and works to transform us.
    • Acceptance can lead to significant personal change.

Appeal

  • Call for commitment and baptism.
  • Invitation for personal prayers and decisions to follow Jesus.

These notes summarize the key points and activities from the church service, including the announcements and sermon focus on the story of Zacchaeus.