November 20, 2011

Volume 11, Number 47

The Thanksgiving List

1 John 3:1Behold what manner of love the Father has bestowed on us, that we should be called children of God!

We list the things we want to remember, or that we want others to remember. It may be a grocery list, a phone list, a guest list, or even a bucket list. At this time of year, a gift list may be the most common. We tend to think about gifts during this season; especially the gifts that we want to give or receive from those who are close to us. Consider a Thanksgiving List. This list is not the one you take to the grocery store to purchase the elements of the dinner. No, this is the list of the things for which you are truly thankful. It is one thing to say that you are thankful as you sit around a table full of food. It is quite another thing to actually start making a list of the things in your life for which you should give thanks. If I were to begin to make my list, it would be awfully long. It might not be an exacting order or level of importance, but there are some things that come to mind quickly. I would naturally have my family in bold print. I know I have been blessed. My lovely wife has worked with me for over thirty-four years. I cant even begin to list all my thanks in regard to her. My children are fantastic blessings that cause me to be thankful every day. Even the children-in-law are more than I could have asked to have. And what about the grand-boys? They bring joy to my heart at the very thought of them. Lets go a little farther. I know I am fortunate to have been born into the family that has loved me. No one has had better parents, and yes, even sisters. Then there is the church. How could anyone not be thankful for this great congregation of people? Room does not permit me to write of personal friends, the Bible, this great country, Oklahoma, health, home, technology, and the list goes on and on. Above all is the thanks to God for letting me be called a child of His. Yes, give thanks for the food, but what a list we can have! Russ
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Keep These In Prayer

Glen Martinis in St. Anthony

Hospital, undergoing therapy LaQueta Nelson is having some procedures on her eyes this week, and will have surgery to remove a tumor in her ear in December. Don Fleming - is seeing improvement and is thankful for our prayers. Shellie, Sherri Weingartners daughter - difficulties in pregnancy. Aline McDaniels granddaughter Jamae, - difficulties in pregnancy. Chuck Coxs dad, Albert Cox has stomach cancer. Riley Baldwin will have more surgery in a few weeks. Shelly Vang - massive stroke and is in the Yukon Integris hospital. Homebound or Limited: Jean Christian; Mary Cordrey; Edith Skaggs; Lorella Wilson;. Serving Overseas: Bernard Floranda

Randy tells us that we have placed over 3600 door hangers throughout the neighborhoods in our community. Many thanks to all who have participated and helped with this good work. Brothers Keeper Leaders Darrell MacDonald is seeking people to be Brothers Keeper group leaders for 2012. The primary job is to organize your group and schedule monthly time of fellowship. To volunteer, contact Darrell. Mens Breakfast Because of the holidays, there will be no Mens Breakfast this month or in December. We will return to our schedule in January. Holiday Caroling If you would be interested in doing some caroling for some of our home-bound members, let Russ know. We will try to find a date that we can share a little holiday spirit with others.

Happy Birthday to . . .
Jennifer Parker Terri Scott Sam Greenroyd Roger Scott Michael Berry Clyde Christian 11/22 11/22 11/25 11/25 11/28 11/30

God is Good Always!

You Asked for It: A Safe Place - Set Aside Psalm 119:116-117

Lesson for Sunday morning November 27, 2011

Order of Service
I. Welcome & Announcements Scripture: James 1:16-17 Song 43 Blessed Assurance Song 15 S God Is So Good Prayer Song 12 Amazing Grace Comments Lords Supper Collection Song 488 Standing on the Promises Sermon: God Is Good! Always! Song 683 Let Him Have His Ways With Thee Song 464 Sing On Ye Joyful Pilgrims Prayer

God Is Good! Always!

James 1:16-17
God Doesnt Do Bad . Genesis 3:8ff. . Genesis 1:1ff. . Exodus 20:2-4 . John 3:17 . Genesis 1:26-31 . A. How God has been seen. 1. A being of 2. A being of 3. One of 4. Lawgiver and B. He did the good stuff. 1. Everything was Genesis 3:1ff II. God Only Does Good A. There are things that God does not do. 1. Bow to a 2. Tell a 3. Cannot be 4. Tempt any man III. You Can See and Know A. There are those reminders that leave you without doubt. 1. When you see 2. When you see 3. When you see 4. When you look 5. When you recognize 6. When you have been faced 7. When you find yourself 8. When you take in your hand 9. When you sit at a table with people you love . Hebrews 6:13 . Titus 1:2 . James 1:13 . James 1:13 2. External forces turned it into

B. The things God does are good. --

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The Sentinel November 20, 2011

Coming Events
Singing Class and Fellowship

Announcements
Kevin Keenan

Greeters
Randy & Linda Vance Joe & Talsie Downs Sam & Donna Greenroyd

We will have our monthly singing class and fellowship following this evenings worship (11/20). Come and enjoy the singing and a good meal. The menu will be soups and stews.
Thanksgiving

Lord's Table (am)

Max McDougal Bill Fleming Chuck Cox Donal Ruminer Brian Jaworsky Jerry Doyle Randy Vance Sunday Michael Berry Alex Suarez Arless Murray Dewayne Ross Dan Jolliff Stephen Hopkins

Lord's Table (pm) Prayers (am) Prayers (pm)

Keith McDougal

Devotional: This Wednesday evening (11/23) we will have a very special time of devotion with songs, scriptures, and prayers in the place of our regular classes. If you are not out of town, I hope you will be present for this very special time. We will return to our regular classes the following week. meet on the 2nd Monday of the month (November 14) @ 6:00 p.m. Contact Randy Vance for any questions or comments.

Monday Night for the Master will

Teen Movie NightSunday eve-

Schedule of Services Bible study Worship Worship

Wednesday 9:00 AM 10:00 AM 5:00 PM 7:00 PM
Deacons Michael Berry Joe Downs John McFadden Bill Fleming Walter McFadden

ning, November 27, following evening service. See Josh.

Christian Service Center: Would

Bible Study
Elders Kevin Keenan Horace Phillips Roger Scott Bill Sherman

you like to help with the holiday gift bags for children from infants to 18 years of age. Gifts should be valued from $12 to $15. You can either purchase a gift and bring it to the building, or donate money. See Ruth or Kim Veitenheimer.
George King Dwain Thacker Darrell MacDonald Randy Vance Keith McDougal Minister Russell Dyer

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