Weekly Bulletin

Remember
Nehemiah 13:31

Last Sunday evening was a wonderful evening in our small groups. Each of the four groups discussed the same topic: prayer. If you were not able to be a part of a small group, don’t miss the next one.
Prayer is a special privilege afforded to Christians. Prayer encourages us to lay ourselves bare before God. It lends itself to honesty as we approach the throne of God. However, there are occasions that we find ourselves prone to self-deception.
There is a powerful statement made by Nehemiah in the book bearing his name. “Remember me with favor, O my God.” It may sound like Nehemiah is anxious about losing his reward. Nehemiah has led the Israelites to great accomplishments, rebuilding the city wall, restoring the gates of the city. He has brought the nation together. It would be easy for him to deceive himself into thinking, “Look at what I have done.”
David utters the same kind of prayer in Psalm 139:23-24, “Search me, O God, and know my heart;” That is a great, honest prayer. It is in essence saying, “Lord, often I think that I am doing fine. But you may see some things that are terribly wrong. Please show them to me so that I can correct the error.”
I believe that both prayers are expressing the same thought. It is a great prayer for all of us. We need to approach the throne of God with receptive hearts, and a desire to yield to God’s leading.
Dennis

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The television program "In Search..." will not be on again until April 6. This is due to the cable company foul-up and not anything to do with the program itself. You may still access the program from the website for In Search and/or order the transcript of each month by mail.

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Violence in Kenya hits the churches there. If you wish to help the Kenyan Christians and missionaries, see the letter on the bulletin board. Web site is wfrchurch.org

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Are you interested in the spiritual education of our young children at Foster Road? Can you teach, aid, assist, file, organize, color, cut out materials? If so, plan now to attend an important educational meeting on Sunday, Feb. 17 after a.m. services. Look for more information to follow.

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Pantry Item – January
Your Choice

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STARTING TONIGHT
Is it difficult coming to Sunday evening service because there is nothing provided for your children? Plan on coming tonight at 6:00, enjoy the service and give your kids an opportunity for some spiritual fun and activities too.

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The CEO's for February will be on Tuesday, February 5th at 6:30 p.m. (the 1st Tuesday of the month) at Ming Dynasty. Please let Ginger or Howard know if you plan on attending so that reservations can be made.

ALL MEN ARE INVITED to the men's breakfast this Saturday at Carrow’s Restaurant on S. Broadway. Breakfast is at 8:00 a.m. followed by a brief devotion and we are out by 9:00

HEY GALS! Since the guys meet for breakfast, why should they have all the fun?? Join us for breakfast and fellowship at Baker's Square on Saturday, Feb. 2nd at 8 AM

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AGAIN - Due to the stormy weather, this past week, your secretary had to cancel her plans to be out of town – she will, however, be out of the area next weekend so….This Week Only (Again)– Please have all information for next Sunday’s bulletin to the secretary (e-mailed or in the secretary’s basket) no later than Wednesday evening. Your secretary will be preparing the bulletin early this week.
Thank you

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In Our Prayers…
Waneen Wolff is scheduled for surgery on Thursday.
Joyce Gardner requests prayers, for her son, David Collins. David had back surgery last week.
We are thankful for the safe return home of Steve/Janet Kliest. The Kliests have been in Panama with the “Let’s Start Talking” program.

CONTINUE TO REMEMBER –
Cavanaugh Hoff- Sharon Zdrojewski - Michelle Garrett - Waneen Wolf - Paul/Jean Maynard- Howard Dunn - Carol Strutz - Linda Ross – Dana Barbarick – Janet Kliest’s father - Austin (Neighbor of the Dunns) –Cameron Reilly (autism) – Pearl Keith - John/Edie Sterrett

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BIRTHDAYS: 3/Trevis Moss – 6/Barbara Purdum – 7/Marian Roberts – 7/Damien Coles – 12/Shirley Barbarick – 12/Erin Dougherty-12/Jim Gardner – 14/Melissa Guerra- 14/Destinee Coles – 19/Erick Shepard – 20/Merele Gordon – 20/John Bartelotte – 22/Marie Adler – 24/Jackie Leonard – 25/Dennis Russell – 29/Lauren Kliest – 30/Dawn Coles
ANNIVERSARIES: 12/Wayne/Shirley Barbarick – 13/Bobby/Summer Thomas – 14/Paul/Jean Maynard – 16/Kevin/Jessica Hoff – 26/Lori Arlt

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WEDNESDAY FAMILY MEAL MENU
(Serving time 5:45-6:15 PM)
Rex’s Texas BBQ’d Pork Sandwiches
Cole Slaw – Fruit Salad
Beverage – Dessert

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***In order for your notice to be in the bulletin please have your information in the secretary’s slot (in the copy room) no later than Wednesday evening(8 PM) or e-mailed to gardcart @aol.com no later than Thursday Evening.***