WOODLAWN INVOLVEMENT MINISTRY
Praise God for the New
There has always been something breathtaking and marvelous to me in the character of God: his ability to take that which is forgotten, tattered, and hopeless and make it into a new creation - something with regenerated hope and usefulness.
A struggling student is sparked to life when learning new information. A loving father finds relief at the prospect of a new job. A weakened Christian is filled with courage when she receives new strength over temptations.
As a faith community, we embody the power of Christ to make all things new. We live as ministers of a new covenant (2 Cor. 3:6). We carry with us a message of new life (Acts 5:20; Rom. 6:4). We marvel at the thought of being a new creation (Gal. 6:15) and being a new self (Eph. 4:24; Col. 3:10). We eagerly await a new heaven and new earth (Rev. 21:1).
Ok. here is the big question. As we look forward to a new year of ministry in 2004, in what ways does God need to make us new? As an individual disciple, does God need to refresh your spiritual journey with something new - perhaps a new attitude, a new heart, or maybe even new actions? Thank you for your wonderful servant hearts and desire to be more like Christ. I hope you will join in praying that God will make us to be like new wineskins (Luke 5:33-39), fresh and ever ready to allow God to move us in the direction that he wants us to go.
Because He Makes Us New Every Morning,
Dwayne
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WHAT'S HAPPENING? |
| Sunday, Jan. 4 |
Bible Class & Worship
Evening Worship |
9 & 10 a.m.
5:00 p.m. |
| Monday, Jan. 5 |
Prayer & Share Time
* Harding Chorus Concert |
8:30 a.m.
7:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday, Jan. 6 |
| Adult Bible Study, Young's Home |
7:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday, Jan. 7 |
Ladies' Bible Class
Worship & Classes
Buiding & Grounds Committee |
10:00 a.m.
7:00 p.m.
8:00 p.m. |
| Thursday, Jan. 8 |
Men's Breakfast - Henry D's
Delma's Quilters |
6:30 a.m.
9:00 a.m. |
| Friday, Jan, 9 |
| Ladies' Breakfast - Towne Crier |
8:30 a.m.
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!
MANUEL & BRENDA GAMBOA
GABBY, DEBRA, AND ANGEL
2641 Simmons
Abilene, TX 79601
670-0157
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PRAYER CONCERNS
Peggy Allen - Hendrick 6101 (doing well)
Helena Orr is at Mesa Springs, Rm. 502
Charles Stelding is in Cologne, Germany until Jan. 13. Please pray for travel safety.
SYMPATHY
We are saddened at the death of our own Reba Wadle killed in an auto accident Wednesday. Her funeral will be here at Woodlawn Sunday afternoon, Jan 4., at 2 p.m.
We also offer our condolences to the Hall family on the death of Michael Hall, step-son of Minnie Hall. His funeral was held Tuesday in Stamford.
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THANK YOU NOTES
Dear Woodlawn family,
Our heartfelt thanks for the cards, visits, flowers and prayers while J.T. was in the hospital. We appreciate all your support.
Mary and J. T. Middleton
Dear Woodlawn family,
Merry Christmas! I hope this holiday season finds you all well and joyful to be children of God. I just wanted to send my greetings to my wonderful family at Woodlawn. I also want to say thinks once again for all the love and support you give me! What would I do without you all?! I want you all to know how wonderful it is to get the little encouraging notes from the MNFTM crew! Thank you, guys, so much!
Love, Sarah Bailey
Dear Christians at Woodlawn,
You don't know how much your love has meant to me. God bless all of you.
Reba Waddle
(The above note was received in the office last week from Reba.)
Dear Woodlawn Family,
Thank you so much for the beautiful Bible! It is as special as Woodlawn! It's hart to get into studying it (though it's quite unique with so many study guides) because every name or note I come across brings a happy memory. You will always be my "church home" because you loved me through the most difficult time of my life when I had to say good bye to James - But, oh, how I look forward to being with all of you and James in heaven!! I truly have cherished memories of each of you. I don't think I've forgotten a single smile, hug, tear or laugh. I pray God will continue to bless you as you labor to serve Him. I plan to visit as often as I can - after all, it's halfway between Lubbock and the Metroplex.
Love and God Bless, Vonda Neece
Caring with Food for January
Sharon Young - 677-9467
Welcome Baskets for January
Joanna Martin - 672-3471
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
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HARDING CHORUS CONCERT- MONDAY, JANUARY 5, 2004-7 p.m.
Invite your friends and neighbors!
We will need to house the chorus members the night of Monday, Jan. 5. If you are willing to keep students in your home for one night, please sign up on the table in the foyer, or talk to Dixie Mabry who is in charge of housing.
We will also need to provide a sandwich, chip, etc. supper for the chorus members Monday evening in the Fellowship Hall. If you are willing to bring these kinds of foods, please sign up in the foyer, or talk to Debbie Strickland who is in charge of that meal.
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ATTENTION! If you are hosting Harding students Monday and have a transportation problem, the church van can pick them up Tuesday morning. Contact Clyde Foster at 673-5412 or Dixie Mabry at 677-9726.
SECOND SUNDAY POTLUCK JAN. 11
(You are requested to cut your own pies and cakes before lunch, please)
THE TIE THAT BINDS: 2004 Ladies Retreat - January 30-31
A time of fellowship and renewal for all ladies 13 to 95 years of age. Begins with dinner at 6 p.m. Friday and finishes Saturday by 2 p.m. Transportation provided by church van if needed. Cost of $48 includes overnight accommodations, all linens and three meals. Please register as soon as possible on forms in the foyer. Funds have been donated for "scholarships" for those who might not be able to attend otherwise. (see Hazel Fillmon or Barbara Stelding) Anyone wanting to help with scholarships, contact Barbara.) Further details on the registration form.
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THOSE TO SERVE
JAN. 4, 2004
Song Leader: Al Watkins
Speaker: Sonny Guild
Communion: Gary Mabry
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JAN. 11, 2004
Song Leader: Bill Spann
Speaker: Sonny Guild
Communion: Wayland Schroeder
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Eastside
Wayland Schroeder
Bill Flatt
Bruce Showalter
Jeremy Reams
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Westside
Kern Crisman
Bart Crisman
Sid Minatra
Jeff Ronquillo
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Eastside
Fred Stirman
Kip Soimo
Robert Lathrop
Aaron Sparks
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Westside
Shane Copher
Chad Longley
Brian Schlotzhauer
Mark Hardegree
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Morning
Opening Prayer: Gary Mabry
Closing Prayer: Jaryl Young
Evening
Opening Prayer: Glenn Bailey
Closing Prayer: Jaryl Young
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Morning
Opening Prayer: Garland Cranfill
Closing Prayer: Ron Hill
Evening
Opening Prayer: Gary Mabry
Closing Prayer: Marcus Sanchez
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STATISTICS FOR DECEMBER 28, 2003 |
ATTENDANCE
Bible Class: 106
Morning Worship: 175
Evening Worship: 98
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CONTRIBUTION
Budget: $4,079.62
Dec. 28th: $3,087.36
Dec. Average: $3,665.37
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Woodlawn Church of Christ
3185 N.10th
Abilene, Texas 79603
(325) 673-6776
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