NEWS AND VIEWS FROM THE ELDERS
Last autumn the elders visited with the newly appointed deacons and assigned them ministries to fulfill. We assessed talents and skills and made assignments based upon those preliminary assessments. We anticipated that over time that it might be necessary to reassign some of the deacon’s roles. The elders watched carefully the performance of all the deacons, and came to realize that some had talents that, perhaps, would be better suited for different ministries than assigned. We approached three deacons, Chad Longley, Al Watkins, and Troy Gailey, with the possibility of swapping and redefining their ministries. As of Sunday, August 24, the final conversations had occurred and the elders are prepared to announce that Chad Longley will now be the deacon over the preschool through 6th grade children’s ministry; Al Watkins will be deacon over the 7th through 12th grade and University ministry; and Troy Gailey will be deacon over Technology, including the audio/video system and internet website. He also is to take a more active role in the Song leader/service ministry.
In conjunction with the switched roles, Troy was given a charge by the elders to assess the audio/video system needs of the congregation and to move swiftly to make modifications to improve performance by the time Friend’s Sunday arrives. The elders respectfully request that the congregation be patient and cooperative with the process, because there will probably be some experimentation with different pieces of audio/video equipment, and perhaps, even some experimental configurations of the seating arrangements to best accommodate the audio/video equipment and to enhance its performance.
On a different note, the elders, for the first time in a number of years, are asking for contributions to the Family Services Account. This account is designed for those of the church family who need temporary financial assistance. Due to various circumstances, it has become almost depleted. If you have it within your heart to assist, and are financially able, please place your donations in the little wooden box in the foyer or give them to Barbara or one of the elders. The elders thank you in advance for your generous and benevolent spirit.
Thanks,
Glenn Bailey
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WHAT'S HAPPENING? |
| Sunday, Aug. 31 |
Bible Class & Worship
Friends Sunday Committee Meets
Evening Worship
Supper 'N Song |
9 & 10 a.m.
3:30 p.m.
5:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m. |
| Monday, Sept. 1 |
Prayer & Share Time
Church Office Closed |
Holiday
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| Tuesday, Sept. 2 |
| Adult Bible Study - Youngs' |
7:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday, Sept. 3 |
Worship & Classes
Worship Committee
*MNFTM Organizational Meeting |
7:00 p.m.
8:00 p.m.
8:00 p.m. |
| Thursday, Sept. 4 |
Men's Breakfast - Henry D's
Delma's Quilters |
6:30 a.m.
9:00 a.m. |
| Friday, Sept. 5 |
| Ladies' Breakfast - Towne Crier |
8:30 a.m. |
| Saturday, Sept. 6 |
| *Ladies Sharing Day and Lunch |
9:00 a.m.
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PRAYER CONCERNS
Ethel Waldrip is scheduled for laser eye surgery Tuesday, Sept. 2.
Remember the Hood’s daughter, Cheryl Travers, having medical tests and Bruce Showalter’s brother, Gene Addy, who is having chemo therapy treatments.
Claud Parrish was released from the hospital last week. He and Roberta are staying at their son’s house in Irving for a few days.
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OUR SYMPATHY
Our condolences go to Brian Schlotzhauer on the death of his grandfather whose funeral was held in Tyler Tuesday.
Minnie Hall lost her sister in Tennessee last week. We grieve with her family also.
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THANK YOU NOTES
To the congregation at Woodlawn,
Thank you so much for the calls, flowers, visits, food and your many prayers. Thanks to John & Charlene Fort and Bart & Jaylene Crisman for attending the funeral of my dad. You’re all special to Harold and me. My daddy was always my Darling Daddy. We will miss him. Harold says to keep praying for his health.
Love you all & miss you,
Harold and Helen Morgan
Dear Woodlawn family,
Thank you so very much for all your help and hard work in helping me move. Your love and support are sincerely appreciated.
Janie Withers
Once again, you, my Woodlawn family, have shown your love. I could have never made it through these past few weeks without your help. How "beautiful are the feet that serve." Thank you, each and every one for making my life easier.
Love, Betty Kennamer
My thanks to the brethren with the most beautiful hearts of anyone. Thank you for the convenience of a car (Crismans), a warm cozy shelter (Beth) and so many great meals.
Love, Chrissy
(Her complete card is on the bulletin board)
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LADIES SHARING DAY
At 9 a.m. Saturday morning the ladies of the congregation will meet in the Fellowship Hall for classes and a Pot Luck.
Times and classes are:
9:00 - Quilting Basics
10:00 - Crocheting Basics
11:00 - Cooking Basics
At noon will be a potluck luncheon.
Bring your favorite dish!
(Childcare will be provided all morning.)
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
The next generation of Hiltys has arrived! Mr. Riley Nathaniel Hilty was born Thursday at 6:45 p.m. He weighed 6 lb. 14 oz. and was 19 1/2 inches long. Julie is doing very well after her C-section, and Dwayne has that "new daddy" grin! They should leave the hospital today.
Congratulations to Cathy Northrup who recently received her Masters in Nursing Administration degree.
The Christian Homes Change Can program for 2003 is over! Please bring your cans to Barbara.
The Medina Children’s Home truck has been delayed a week. So you have another week to bring RootBeer!
Ken and Ann Bolden are now working with the White’s Ferry Rd. Church of Christ in Monroe, Louisiana. He is assistant director of World Radio.
TONIGHT - SUPPER ‘N SONG - Bring finger foods (sandwiches, chips, dips, and desserts) & stay for fellowship and singing.
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THOSE TO SERVE
AUG. 31, 2004
Song Leader: Jeff Houghton
Speaker: Sonny Guild
Communion: Gary Mabry
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SEPT. 7, 2004
Song Leader: Bill Spann
Speaker: Sonny Guild
Communion: Dwayne Hilty
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Eastside
John Fort
Troy Gailey
Morris Sanders
Rhett Herron
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Westside
Brian Castleberry
Bill Flatt
Kern Crisman
Andrew Smith
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Eastside
Bart Crisman
Charles Copher
Dick Lago
Caleb Northrup
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Westside
Glenn Bailey
Bruce Showalter
Paul Jarrett
Mark Hardegree
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Morning
Opening Prayer: Ray Oden
Closing Prayer: Garland Cranfill
Evening
Opening Prayer: Wayland Schroeder
Closing Prayer: Al Watkins
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Morning
Opening Prayer: Fred Stirman
Closing Prayer: Alfred Gadberry
Evening
Opening Prayer: Buddy Hancock
Closing Prayer: Homer Lee
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STATISTICS FOR AUGUST 24, 2003 |
ATTENDANCE
Bible Class: 125
Morning Worship: 206
Evening Worship: 130
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CONTRIBUTION
Budget: $4,079.62
Aug. 24th: $3,746.80
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Woodlawn Church of Christ
3185 N.10th
Abilene, Texas 79603
(325) 673-6776
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