NMI Meeting
There will be an NMI meeting Sunday, July 15 at 4:00 pm.
 
Special Guest
This evening, Ashley and Tracey Hord with their children Esther, Joseph, and Hannah will be here speaking. They are serving in Lesotho, Africa. We will meet in the Fellowship Hall at 6pm Sunday. The Gladewater and Longview churches have been invited. Please bring finger foods and enjoy a wonderful time.

Ladies Night
It’s been a busy few weeks, but we’d like to have a little get together this month. Ladies Night at Chili’s Thursday, July 19 at 6:30 pm! Please contact Didi Henderson with any questions. (903) 315-9549
 
Vacation Bible School
Join us as we venture onto an uncharted island where kids survive and thrive. Kids will anchor in the truth that Jesus carries them through life’s storms. We will be exploring the island nightly July 30-August 3 from 6-8:30pm. Kids who are registered by July 22 will receive a special gift the first night they attend VBS, Registration is available online at:
https://vbspro.events/p/events/kcn2018
 
We are also in need of volunteers!  Volunteers need to be registered TODAY so that we can plan appropriately for the number of workers we’ll have available. If you plan to volunteer (this includes teenagers) you are required to complete a NazSafe training session. You can register as a volunteer online at: https://vbspro.events/p/events/kcn2018
 
VBS Decorating
Saturday, July 21 we will have a day
devoted to decorating for VBS. There is something for everyone to help with, no matter physical limitations. The decorations really help set the tone for the week and the kids absolutely love them! Decorating will start at 9:00 am. If you have any questions, please see Carolyn Wesson or Connie Friesen.
 
VBS Worker’s Meeting
Next Sunday, July 22, there will be an informational meeting for ALL VBS volunteers.
f you can make it, please attend! This helps everyone get on the same page and
ensure VBS is a success!
 
VBS Program
On August 5, the kids will present the annual VBS Program at 10:45 am.
There will be no Sunday School this day.
 
Thank You
Thank you for going above and beyond for providing food for the Mattie Phillips
funeral meal. You showed how much the church loves people.
Your support and love is seen and appreciated.
 
Miracles
1) Get ready for them: Look to and talk with God about needs
2) Get set: Believe that God will answer
3) Go!: Do something in faith about the need
 
“None but a coward dares to boast that he has never known fear.”
- Marshal Foch, French Marshal WWI

Order of Service
Welcome/Reminders
Mother’s Day Celebration
Musical Worship
Tithes and Offerings
Hearing the Word of God
Leaving to Share With Others
His Love Endures Forever
Psalm 118:1

Mother’s Day
Today we have a special photo-op area in the foyer for you to take a photo with or for your mom in celebration of Mother’s Day.
 
Collecting Flip Flops
Our Links family will be with us on Sunday, May 20. Between now and
then we will be collecting flip flops of all sizes to donate to them for an
outreach ministry in Manila.
 
NMI Meeting
There will be an NMI council meeting on Sunday, May 20 at 4:00 pm. 

Nursing Homes
-Charline Carter
-Richard Darnell
-Dot Smith
-Lerline Stokely
 
Health Concerns
-Darlene Bradford
-Ben Copeland—cancer
-Edward Petty—Kidney Dialysis
-Thomas Rogers—Kidneys
-Jay Westbrook—Kidneys

Faith Promise
Today is our annual Faith Promise
service! Joel Mullin will be our guest speaker.
 
Crisis Care Kits
We are gathering supplies for
Crisis Care Kits. Below is the list of items and quantities we need:
Shampoo-9
Bar soap-24 
Toothpaste-9
3 pk. Toothbrushes-6
Bandaids-9
Fingernail clipper-10
Hair comb-8
Hand towels-24
pocket size Kleenex-38
 
Helping Hands
Helping Hands is in need of
peanut butter, green beans, corn, and personal products.
 
A Note From the Pastor
My heart and prayers are with my church family as you explore the blessings of Faith Promise today. I am with my critically ill brother-in-law and your loving prayers are appreciated by the whole family. God bless.
-Pastor Powell

Nursing Homes
-Charline Carter
-Richard Darnell
-Dot Smith
-Lerline Stokely
 
Health Concerns
-Darlene Bradford
-Ben Copeland—cancer
-Edward Petty—Kidney Dialysis
-Thomas Rogers—Kidneys
-Jay Westbrook—Kidneys

Faith Promise
This year we will be hosting the Mullin family. On February 3, there will be a meet & greet from 2-4 pm. We are inviting churches from our zone to join us for this time of
fellowship. Sunday, February 4, Joel Mullin will be speaking as part of our Faith Promise service.
 
Crisis Care Kits
We are gathering supplies for
Crisis Care Kits. Below is the list of items and quantities we need:
Shampoo-9
Bar soap-24 
Toothpaste-9
3 pk. Toothbrushes-6
Bandaids-9
Fingernail clipper-10
Hair comb-8
Hand towels-24
pocket size Kleenex-38
 
Helping Hands
Helping Hands is in need of
peanut butter, green beans, corn, and personal products.

​Nursing Homes
-Charline Carter
-Richard Darnell
-Dot Smith
-Lerline Stokely
 
Health Concerns
-Darlene Bradford
-Ben Copeland—cancer
-Edward Petty—Kidney Dialysis
-Thomas Rogers—Kidneys
-Jay Westbrook—Kidneys
 

SDMI Meeting
SDMI Board will meet today at 4:00.
 
Faith Promise
This year we will be hosting the Mullin family. On February 3, there will be a meet & greet from 2-4 pm. We are inviting churches from our zone to join us for this time
of fellowship. Sunday, February 4, Joel Mullin will be speaking as part of our
Faith Promise service.

Sanctity of Life
Today is Sanctity of Human Life Sunday. This day was created as an act of love in response to the Roe v. Wade decision by the Supreme Court to legalize abortion in the United States.  The Bible tells us that we are created & purposed from our mother's womb, but the dignity of life goes so far beyond that. We are called to be voices & advocates for all life,
& especially for those who cannot speak for themselves. When we choose to see people as God does, we are moved to love others in a way that honors our creator. Being pro-life is a worldview -a life view- that should transcend culture, class, race, age & opinion.
 
Crisis Care Kits
We are gathering supplies for
Crisis Care Kits. Below is the list of items and quantities we need:
Shampoo-9
Bar soap-24 
Toothpaste-9
3 pk. Toothbrushes-6
Bandaids-9
Fingernail clipper-10
Hair comb-8
Hand towels-24
pocket size Kleenex-38
 
​Helping Hands
Helping Hands is in need of
peanut butter, green beans, corn, and personal products.

Nursing Homes
-Charline Carter
-Richard Darnell
-Dot Smith
-Lerline Stokely
 
Health Concerns
-Darlene Bradford
-Ben Copeland—cancer
-Edward Petty—Kidney Dialysis
-Thomas Rogers—Kidneys
-Jay Westbrook—Kidneys
 

Order of Service
Welcome/Reminders
Call to Worship
Musical Worship
Worship Through Giving
Hearing the Word 
Worship Through Service to Others
Jesus Came—Now What?
Matthew 2:1-12
 
NMI Meeting
The NMI council will meet today.
 
SDMI Meeting
The SDMI Board will meet on Sunday, January 21, This meeting will help us finalize details for the upcoming chili cook off in February.
 
Faith Promise
Faith Promise is going to be an exciting event this year! We will be hosting the Mullin family. On Saturday, February 3, there will be a meet & greet from 2:00-4:00 pm. We are inviting churches from our zone to join us for this time of fellowship. Sunday, February 4, Joel Mullin will be speaking as part of our Faith Promise service.
 
Sanctity of Life
2018 Sanctity of Human Life Sunday will be observed by church congregations on January 21. This day was created as an act of love in response to the January 22, 1973 Roe v. Wade decision by the Supreme Court to legalize abortion in the United States. The Bible tells us that we are created & purposed from our mother's womb, but the dignity of life goes so far beyond that. We are called to be voices & advocates for all life, & especially for those who cannot speak for themselves. When we choose to see people as God does, we are moved to love others in a way that honors our creator. Being pro-life is a worldview -a life view- that should transcend culture, class, race, age & opinion.

Nursing Homes
-Charline Carter
-Richard Darnell
-Dot Smith
-Lerline Stokely

Health Concerns
-Darlene Bradford
-Ben Copeland—cancer
-Edward Petty—Kidney Dialysis
-Thomas Rogers—Kidneys
-Jay Westbrook—Kidneys
-Family of Mary Lea Sieber
-Family of Theresa Owens Ward

Trunk or Treat
Tonight is our Trunk or Treat outreach ministry event! WE NEED YOU! We had over 200 people come last year. This year we expect even more. We need to know if you are coming (if you have to sit for the duration of the event—that’s okay!)  Volunteers need to be at the church no later than 4:15 pm.
 
This is an outreach ministry and we need all hands  on deck to help make this a success. This is our first opportunity to live out the Heart to Heart life as a church. We can’t touch other people’s lives without giving of ourselves.
 
Candy/Baked Goods Donations
If you are planning to donate baked goods or candy, we need it here at the church no later than 3:30 pm. Containers are still available in the foyer for baked goods for the cake walk.
 
Trunks
We need people willing to get festive and decorate their trunks! If you’ve waited until the last minute to decide you want to do a trunk but don’t have decorations, let us know and we will help you find something downstairs.
 
Volunteers
No matter your abilities, skills, or limitations there is a volunteer opportunity for everyone! We need volunteers for everything from running games, to greeting people, to people who can monitor the church for us. Everyone can help!
 
We need volunteers to man these games/stations.
Pick one or we can make a suggestion.
Ball Toss
Feed the Monster
Monster Putt
Ping Pong Toss
Spinning Targets
Temporary Tattoos
 
Saving energy 1 Bulb at a time! 
We are taking donations to help buy light bulbs for Africa Nazarene University to help cut their electricity bill. These bulbs are $10.00 each. Our goal is $6oo. We will present this money to Rob North when he is our speaker on Sunday, November 5. You can see how much progress we’ve made towards our goal by looking at the poster located at
the front of the sanctuary.
 
T-Shirts
If you paid for your shirt, you can find it in your box by the fellowship hall. Those not paid can be picked up in the foyer AFTER the service today.
 
Helping Hands
Helping Hands are in need of the basics; peanut butter, canned goods and items for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. There is a donation box in the Fellowship Hall.

Mission Lesson
There is a Mission Lesson tonight at 6:00pm at Sharron Westbrook’s. Please bring finger foods and enjoy fellowship!
 
T-Shirts
If you paid for your shirt, you can find it in your box by the fellowship hall. Those not paid can be picked up in the foyer AFTER the service today and next week.

Saving energy 1 Bulb at a time! 
We are taking donations to help buy light bulbs for Africa Nazarene University to help cut their electricity bill. These bulbs are $10.00 each. Our goal is $6oo. We will present to
Rob North when he is our speaker on Sunday, November 5.
 
Wedding Invitation
Kristi Hendrick and Brian Pittman are getting married on December 29, 2017 at
Longview Church of the Nazarene. You are all invited to attend. There will be a reception after at East Texas Builders’ Association (2023 Alpine Road, Longview, TX). If you plan to attend, please get an RSVP card to fill out and give to Kristi Hendrick. She will need one from you in order for you to attend.
 
Helping Hands
Helping Hands are in need of the basics; peanut butter, canned goods and items for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. There will be a box in foyer. 

Trunk or Treat
Our Annual Trunk or Treat is coming up and we need help! We had over 200 people
come last year. This year we expect even more people and are wanting to increase the number of trunks, games, and activities available! Trunk or Treat will be held Sunday, October 29 from 5:00-7:00 pm. On the next page are ways you can help! If you have any questions about  how to be part of this outreach ministry event please see Connie Friesen or Carolyn Wesson.

Candy/Baked Goods Donations
We need donations of various types of candy to pass out. We also need cookies and cupcakes for our Monster Munchie March (cake walk). Containers will be available in the
foyer to package your baked goods for Trunk or Treat.
 
Trunks
We need people willing to get festive and decorate their trunks! You can choose any theme you wish as long as it is not gory and it is kid appropriate. Plus, if you like dressing up for Halloween, this is a great reason to do so! If you need help finding ideas let us know!
WE NEED TO KNOW AHEAD OF TIME IF YOU PLAN TO DECORATE A TRUNK. This will help us plan our set up and traffic flow.
 
Volunteers
No matter your abilities, skills, or limitations there is a volunteer opportunity for everyone! We need volunteers for everything from running games, to greeting people, to people who can monitor the church for us. 
 
Invite People
We need our church family to invite everyone they can to join us for this special ministry event. We have Trunk or Treat as an event on our Face book page that you can share and invite your friends. We will have flyers that can be passed out to invite people.  If you need extra flyers, please let us know and we will print more for you.

NMI Meeting
There will be an NMI Council meeting today at 4:00pm.
 
T-Shirts
Today is THE LAST DAY to order your church shirt. You can order now and pay when they come in. The church is paying for a portion of each shirt so they only cost you $10 each.
 

Mission Lesson
October 22, there will be a Mission Lesson beginning at 6:00pm at the home of  Sharron Westbrook. Please bring finger foods and come enjoy the fellowship!
 
Helping Hands
Helping Hands are in need of the basics; peanut butter, canned goods and items for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. There will be a box in foyer for donations.
 
Saving energy 1 Bulb at a time! 
We are taking donations to help buy light bulbs for Africa Nazarene University to help cut their electricity bill. These bulbs are $10.00 each. Our goal is $6oo. We will present to
Rob North when he is our speaker on Sunday, November 5.
 
Trunk or Treat
Our Annual Trunk or Treat is coming up and we need help! We had over 200 people come last year. This year we expect even more people and are wanting to increase the number of trunks, games, and activities available! Trunk or Treat will be held Sunday, October 29 from 5:00-7:00 pm. On the next page are ways you can help! If you have any questions about Trunk or Treat please see Connie Friesen or Carolyn Wesson.
 
Candy/Baked Goods Donations
We need donations of various types of candy to pass out. We also need cookies and cupcakes for our Monster Munchie March (cake walk). Containers will be available in the
foyer to package your baked goods for Trunk or Treat.
 
Trunks
We need people willing to get festive and decorate their trunks! You can choose any theme you wish as long as it is not gory and it is kid appropriate. Plus, if you like dressing up for Halloween, this is a great reason to do so! If you need help finding ideas let us know!
WE NEED TO KNOW AHEAD OF TIME IF YOU PLAN TO DECORATE A TRUNK. This will help us plan our set up and traffic flow.
 
Volunteers
No matter your abilities, skills, or limitations there is a volunteer opportunity for everyone! We need volunteers for everything from running games, to greeting people, to people who can monitor the church for us.Everyone can help!
 
Invite People
We need our church family to invite everyone they can to join us for the special event. We have Trunk or Treat as an event on our Face book page that you can share and invite your friends. We will have flyers that can be passed out to invite people.  If you need extra flyers, please let us know and we will print more for you.

Saving energy 1 Bulb at a time! 
We are taking donations to help buy light bulbs for Africa Nazarene University to help
cut their electricity bill. These bulbs are $10.00 each. Our goal is $6oo. We will give
this money to Rob North when he is our speaker on Sunday, November 5. You can see
how we are progressing towards our goal by looking at the poster in the sanctuary.
 
Helping Hands
Helping Hands are in need of the basics; peanut butter, canned goods and items for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. There will be a box in foyer for donations.
 
Thank You
Thank y’all for all the cards, gifts, and expressions of love that you gave me for my
birthday. I was surprised and blessed by your remembering me.
​I miss all of you too and love you as well.—Caroline Powell