Being a Part of the Body
From time to time I like to pick up one of our weekly bulletins and scan the numbers in the "Statistics" column. One trend I see quite often is the difference in attendance between Morning Worship, Bible Class and Evening Worship. In general, only 60% of the congregation is coming to Bible Class and Evening Worship. This means that only a little over half the body is gathering for Bible study and worship in addition to the Sunday Morning assembly.
Please do not read this article and simply think, "Well, here comes a guilt-ridden message about attendance." Guilt is not the point, nor should it be the motivation. In fact, I have spoken with some that have very legitimate reasons for not being here.
My concern is with those who are missing out on what takes place when we get together as the family of God. My heart goes out to those who are missing the opportunities to experience a Christian life of purpose and passion. When we get together, something powerful takes place. Together, the Word of God transforms us and, together, we are called as missionaries in our world to share the Gospel. Together, we celebrate the joys and victories in life, and, together, we walk with each other when life getsrough and tragedy strikes. If you haven't been here lately for Bible Class and Evening Worship, please know that we miss you. My prayer is that together, Woodlawn will be the people God wants us to be.
Because of God's Grace,
Dwayne
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WHAT'S HAPPENING? |
| Sunday, Mar. 7 |
Bible Class & Worship
Evening Worship |
9 & 10 a.m.
5:00 p.m. |
| Monday, Mar. 8 |
Prayer & Share Time
Monday Night For the Master |
8:30 a.m.
Spring Break |
| Tuesday, Mar. 9 |
Pacesetters' Supper and Games
Life Group Bible Study - Hilty's |
6:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m. |
| Wednesday, Mar. 10 |
Ladies' Bible Class
Nursery Workers meet
Classes & Devotional
Outreach Committee |
Spring Break
10:00 a.m.
7:00 p.m.
8:00 p.m. |
| Thursday, Mar. 11 |
Men's Breakfast - Henry D's
Delma's Quilters |
6:30 a.m.
9:00 a.m. |
| Friday, Mar. 12 |
| Ladies' Breakfast - Towne Crier |
8:30 a.m.
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
JIM AND CARA HILL,
JANA AND ERIC
2358 N. MOCKINGBIRD
ABILENE, TX 79603
673-6205
They're Baaack! Yeaaa!
James and Tammy Rose,
Tori and Shelby
13065 CR 348
Abilene, TX 79601
228-4524
Johnny and Missy Tharp,
Patrick and Peyton
temporarily at the Rose family address
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DON'T FORGET
Second Sunday Luncheon
NEXT WEEK
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THANK YOU NOTES
Thanks for the ivy, the phone calls, cards and visits. What would we do without friends?
I love you all, Carol Wilson
Dear Woodlawn friends,
You have made our days brighter. We appreciate everything you have done for us, and we love all of you. A special thanks to the Ladies Bible Class. We love all of you.
God Bless, Martin and Ruth Cooke
Thank you notes were received from:
- The Haitian Christian Foundation for a $65 check from the Ladies Bible Class sent in support of the preacher training school there.
- The Women for ACU organization for pies donated during lectureships. $4,148 was raised which goes to support their scholarship fund for ACU students.
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PRAYER CONCERNS
Alfred Gadberry - Hendrick 5107 had additional surgery last Monday
Wylene Norman - Hendrick 7705
Wynona Harper is home with pneumonia.
Bonnie Middleton is being treated for a possible blood clot and did not have foot surgery Friday. Re-evaluation is Monday.
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SYMPATHY
Beth Tiller's son, Dale Bostick, passed away last Sunday in Houston. His funeral was in Abilene Friday afternoon.
Felix Arispe's sister, Beatrice Garcia, passed away Tuesday. Her funeral was Friday morning.
Others who have suffered a family death recently include: Elaine Polk lost her brother, Dean Miller; Joy Nunnally lost her brother-in-law in Arkansas; and Helen Morgan lost her uncle here in Abilene.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Outreach Committee will meet Wednesday after evening assembly.
There will be a Deacon's Meeting next Sunday afternoon at 3:30 p.m.
Congratulations to Hazel Fillmon on the birth of a great-granddaughter, Lanie Jo, Feb. 23. She was 6 lb. 10 oz., 20 inches long. Parents are Laura and Jeff Peterson; grandparents are Matt and Brenda Fillmon.
Nursery Class Workday: All teachers, helpers, and others who are interested in teaching or helping, please meet at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Mar. 10, in the nursery classroom for a planning session.
Medina Children's Home
During the month of March we are collecting juice for the Medina Children's Home. They have asked for apple grape juice this time (need 200 bottles). It can be any brand, any quantity and in any kind of container. Please bring your gifts for these orphans and leave them in boxes which will be provided in the foyer. The truck from the home will be here to collect during the first week of April.
PLEASE START BRINGING YOUR GIFTS NOW!
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THOSE TO SERVE
MAR. 7, 2004
Song Leader: Chad Longley
Speaker: Dwayne Hilty
Communion: Bill Spann
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MAR. 14, 2004
Song Leader: Al Watkins
Speaker: Sonny Guild
Communion: Brad Sullivan
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Eastside
Al Watkins
Jeff Ronquillo
Bill Flatt
Aaron Sparks
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Westside
Steve Smith
J.T. Middleton
Manuel Gamboa
Sid Minatra
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Eastside
Ray Oden
Thurman Castleberry
Mark Hardegree
Zee Woods
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Westside
John Fort
Dick Lago
Buddy Hancock
Jeremy Reams
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Morning
Opening Prayer: Larry Gill
Closing Prayer: Floyd Maddox
Evening
Opening Prayer: Bart Crisman
Closing Prayer: Ron Hill
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Morning
Opening Prayer: Buck Hood
Closing Prayer: Brian Castleberry
Evening
Opening Prayer: Gary Mabry
Closing Prayer: John McCowan
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STATISTICS FOR FEBRUARY 29, 2004 |
ATTENDANCE
Bible Class: 102
Morning Worship: 163
Evening Worship: 103
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CONTRIBUTION
Budget: $3,967.21
Feb. 29th: $3,596.73
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Woodlawn Church of Christ
3185 N.10th
Abilene, Texas 79603
(325) 673-6776
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