Grateful for Grace
Matthew 22:1-14

Order of Service: 
Welcome/Reminders
 Call to Worship
Psalm 130:5-6a
“I wait for the Lord, my whole being waits, and in His word I put my hope. I wait for the Lord more than watchmen wait for the morning.”
 Worship in Song
 Worship in Giving
“Give unto God and bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits.” Psalm 103:2
 Worship in the Word
 Worship in Sharing the Joy with Others

NMI Meeting
There will be an NMI meeting Sunday, July 15 at 4:00 pm.
 
Sunday School
The Branches, is in middle of a study of “The Beatitudes-Living a Blessed Life”.
July 8—The Peacemakers
July 15— The Persecuted
 
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 by Sunday, July 15 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

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

Order of Service
Welcome/Reminders
Call to Worship—Prayer
Musical Worship
Worship by Hearing
Worship by doing
 Working For the Kingdom of God
Matthew 20:1-16   

July 4
We will be handing out free snow cones and bottled water to our community
before the fireworks show on Wednesday, July 4.
Please remember that the area immediately in front of the church
building will be OFF LIMITS by order of the Fire Marshall.
 
Sale of Dudley Property
The proposal to sale our Dudley Road property to the
City of Kilgore passed with 28 Yes votes and one No vote.
 
Sunday School
The Branches, is in middle of a study of “The Beatitudes-Living a Blessed Life”.
July 1—The Pure In Heart
July 8—The Peacemakers
July 15— The Persecuted

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 by Sunday, July 15 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: ttps://vbspro.events/p/events/kcn2018
  
 And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work. 2 Corinthians 9:8
 
The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.
Those who know your name trust in you, for you , Lord, have never
forsaken those who seek you. Psalm 9:9-10.
 
Hurting? This may help
Hebrews 11:32-34
1) Don’t curse them
2) Don’t nurse them
3) Disperse them
4) Reverse them

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

NazSafe Training
Today at 3:30 we will be holding a NazSafe Training. Anyone on a board/committee or works with children/youth is required to take this training. Pastor Powell would ideally like
everyone to attend this session so that they are informed and aware. Please bring finger foods to share afterwards for a time of fellowship.
 
Ladies’ Night
Ladies Night will be Thursday, June 28 from 6-8PM at Connie Friesen's house. Since 4th of July is coming up, the theme is Red, White & Blue! We're asking everyone to please bring finger foods! Please contact Didi Henderson with any questions.
 
Sunday School
The Branches, is in middle of a study of “The Beatitudes-Living a Blessed Life”. This is a 7-week study from the Foundry/Nazarene Publishing House.
 June 24 - The Righteous & Merciful
July 1 - The Pure in Heart
July 8 - The Peacemakers
July 15 - The Persecuted 

Happy Birthday!
6/27 Nelwyn Lee
6/30 Ezekiel Bewley
  
Happy Anniversary!
6/27 Tom & Linda Alley
 
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 by Sunday, July 15 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. There will be an in person session available today from 3:30-5:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall. You can register as a volunteer online at: https://vbspro.events/p/events/kcn2018
 
Beginning July 1, flyers will be available in the foyer to hand out when you invite family and friends to VBS 2018!
 

NazSafe Training
Sunday, June 24 from 3:30-5:30pm we will be holding a NazSafe Training.
Anyone on a board/committee or who works with children/youth is required to take this training. Pastor Powell would ideally like all members of our
congregation to attend this session so that they are informed and aware.
 
Ladies’ Night
It's that time again! Our Ladies Night will be Thursday, June 28 from 6-8PM at
Connie Friesen's house. Since 4th of July is coming up, the theme is Red, White & Blue! We're asking everyone to please bring finger foods!
Please contact Didi Henderson with any questions.
 
Sunday School
One of our two adult Sunday School classes, The Branches, is starting a study of
“The Beatitudes-Living a Blessed Life”. This is a 7-week study from the
​Foundry/Nazarene Publishing House
June 24 - The Righteous & Merciful
July 1 - The Pure in Heart
July 8 - The Peacemakers
July 15 - The Persecuted 

Happy Anniversary!
6/20 Rob & Lindsey Farnham

Adult Mission Lesson
There will be an adult mission lesson at 6:00 pm tonight. The lesson will be held here at the church and Connie Friesen will be giving the lesson.
 
Children’s Camp
Children’s Camp will be held July 1-5. Regular registration must be mailed by
June 18 and will be $230. No registrations after June 18.
 
Sunday School
One of our two adult Sunday School classes, The Branches, is starting a study of “The Beatitudes-Living a Blessed Life”. This is a 7-week study from the Foundry/Nazarene Publishing House.
June 10 - Those Who Mourn
June 17 - The Meek
June 24 - The Righteous & Merciful
July 1 - The Pure in Heart
July 8 - The Peacemakers
July 15 - The Persecuted 

NazSafe Training
Sunday, June 24 from 3:30-5:30pm we will be holding a NazSafe Training.
Anyone on a board/committee or who works with children/youth is required to take this training. Pastor Powell would ideally like all members of our
congregation to attend this session so that they are informed and aware.

Happy Birthday!
6/13 Junior Leach
 
Happy Anniversary!
6/10 Neal & Cathy Copeland
6/11 Mitchell & Caroline Powell
 
 
“With this in mind, we constantly pray for you, that our God may make you
worthy of his calling, and that by his power he may bring to fruition your every
desire for goodness and your every deed prompted by faith. We pray this so
that the name of our Lord Jesus may be glorified in you, and you in Him,
​according to the grace of our God and the Lord Jesus Christ.”
2 Thessalonians 1:11-12
 
 
How God would grow His church:
 
Give us a worthy objective
(salvation for us and others)
 
Give us a vital fellowship
with each other
 
Callus to a serious commitment

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

Welcome/Reminders
 
Video Call to Worship
 
Celebration in Music
 
Celebration in Giving
 
Celebration in God’s Truth
 
Celebration of Communion
 
Celebration in Service Unto Others
 
Covered by the Blood
1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Children’s Quizzing Challenge
Sunday, April 15, at 5:00 pm, our children’s department quiz team is hosting a fundraiser and challenging our adults to a quiz off! The subject will be the book of Matthew. Hot dogs and chili dogs with all the trimmings will be for sale during this fun event! For more details, please see Sharron Westbrook or Connie Friesen.
 
Nomination Committee Meeting
The Nominating Committee will meet on Tuesday, April 3 at 6:30 pm.
 
SDMI Meeting
The SDMI Board will meet on Sunday, April 8 at 4:00 pm.

Thank You
To the church family I grew up with, I want to personally thank each and every one of you who sent flowers, prayed & attended mom’s funeral.I especially want to thank you for the lovely dinner you provided to mom’s family & friends. You were her family & friends as well. It was so very kind of you all.—Janice & Siblings (Family of Theresa Owens Ward) 

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

NMI Meeting
NMI will meet Sunday, January 7.
 
SDMI Meeting
There will be an SDMI meeting on Sunday, January 21. 

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