bulletin Sunday October 23, 2011
Moose Jaw Church of Christ Information about us
Minister : Darrell Buchanan mjcoc@sasktel.net
WEEKLY BIBLE READING: Luke 4 through Luke 16
BIBLE HALF HOUR: for ages 4 through Grade 3, 11:30 to 12:00
Teachers: Today: Linda Next Sunday: Kathy
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS IN 2011:
(1). Jan 30: Building Maintenance: $1,020.00 (2). For Japan: $455.00
(2). May 29: MJ Mission Fund: $1,005.00 (3). July 31: Clearview Christian Camp: $445.00
(4). Oct. 30th:Velma Forman—Papua New Guinea.
MENS BUSINESS MEETING: November 6, 2011 @ 1:45 p.m.
IN OUR CONVERSATIONS WITH GOD THIS WEEK, LET’S PRAY FOR:
-- In long-term Senior Health Care Facilities: Edna Knutson (Providence Place); Julia Thiessen (Providence Place);
-- as it turned out, Mazie didn’t have to have the repair surgery on her aneurism. Praise God!
-- Gordon and Vivian have requested prayers regarding Gordon’s Parkinson’s Disease and the symptoms that accompany it, particularly the tremors;
-- Paul & Evelee were to see the oncologist at the Cancer Clinic in Regina to discuss the course of treatment for Evelee’s cancer;
-- Cal as he has his scope test on Monday morning. He was admitted to the hospital on Thursday morning with a high temperature and infection.
-- Gladys as she recovers from her broken hip and the surgery that followed on July 15th;
-- Keith Dods as he is really struggling with his cancer and is in hospital in Regina;
-- Walter & Cathy Ridgeway (Edmonton), Sharon’s sister and brother-in-law as they deal with the return of Walter’s cancer, which is very aggressive this time. He is half way through the radiation treatments on the tumor in his lung and his cough has lessened which makes him not as short of breath. His pain continues to worsen though and he is having to increase the dose of pain medication every three or four days and has to take “break-through” medication two or three times a day;
-- Lil King (Winnipeg)--cancer. She is in her 90’s and the doctors feel that treatment would be to hard on her. Lil is the mother/mother-in-law of Gary& Eva (Bell) King;
-- the Knutson family as they mourn the loss of Vicki;
-- the group from Saskatchewan who are in India until Dec. 6th with the “Heart Warmer Ministries”—Ray McMillan (Regina), Wilf & Laura Olson (Regina), Shelby Goud (Carlyle) and Ian McLeod (Saskatoon). This ministry helps get children’s rescue homes up and running as places of protection We gave a donation to this program so while we aren’t with them physically, we are involved in the work there;
-- please keep the families of all of the above named in your prayers. We know sickness in a member of one’s family is stressful for the whole family;
-- our government leaders; world peace;
-- take a look around and remember one another in our Church family—may we show Jesus and His love through our words and actions.
SPECIAL COLLECTION: -- for Velma Forman and her work in Papua New Guinea will be taken next Sunday, Oct. 30th and/or Sunday Nov. 6th. Velma and her staff at One Mile Clinic do a tremendous work with the people in their area—ministering to them physically and especially Spiritually. The Clinic treats an average of 3,000 people a year as well as 15 to 20 people a year in the Tuberculosis treatment program. The TB program runs seven days a week—the people come to the Clinic every morning Monday through Friday, get their TB medication, have breakfast and then a Bible study. On Friday they are given medication to take home with them to be taken on Saturday and Sunday.
Velma moved to Papua New Guinea in 1993 to do full-time missionary/nursing work there. Now 18 years later, Velma’s plan is to return to PNG in Nov. for another three years and then move back permanently to British Columbia. We know all funds given will be put to very good use.
FOR THE BABIES IN PAPUA NEW GUINEA: -- “I am gathering baby blankets, receiving blankets, sleepers and undershirts for One Mile Clinic. Velma said sleepers and undershirts for ages two and under are what are needed for them to hand out at the Clinic. These do not need to be new—if anyone wishes to purchase some, that’s great, but if anyone has used ones they are done with that is perfectly fine to.” -- Donna
CONGREGATIONAL DIRECTORY: -- is ready—thank you so much Gordon for the work you put into compiling the information in this very useful list. Due to privacy issues, these lists will not be left on the table for pickup, but will be handed out this morning.
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD: -- we are once again collecting items to fill shoe boxes which will be sent to boys and girls in 13 of the poorest countries in the world. Items that CANNOT be sent: food (except hard, wrapped candy), anything liquid that could freeze and break, breakable items, soap, toothpaste (due to Customs regulations in the receiving countries). Suggested gift list: small toys, pens, pencils & sharpeners, crayons, note pads, stickers, toothbrushes, combs, brushes, washcloths, hair clips, barrettes, small stuffed toys etc. Items purchased can be given to Donna or Linda and they will see that they get into the boxes. Or, if you would like to give some cash to Donna or Linda, they will purchase the items for you. Collection week is November 20th, so our cut-off date for having the boxes completed will be Sunday, Nov. 20th. Last year we filled 12 boxes so hopefully we can do at least that many again this year.
“Have you ever been obsessed by something—consumed by a little thing—something really trivial in the scheme of things? It is said that one can tell how big a man is by how small
a thing it takes to frustrate him.”
“Our salvation is free because Christ paid the price.”
THINK AND BE!
“As he thinks within himself, so he is.” -- Proverbs 23:7
The pop psychology called “positive thinking” came on the scene in the 1980’s, selling thousands of books and takes, turning its leading practitioners into millionaires. “Think good things, and those things will happen to you,” they said. Stay positive in your mind, and life will roll out the red carpet. Though excessive at times, this belief system isn’t very far from the truth. And the pop-psyche gurus of the 1980’s can’t take all the credit.
God is the original author of positive thinking. Proverbs states His final word on the matter: “As he thinks within himself, so he is.” Just as our words contain power, so our thoughts do also. And when we allow God to shape our thoughts, they lead to lives that line up with His will. There’s no more positive way to live than that. – Author Unknown
“The right train of thought can take you to
a better station in life.”
“Remember that the One who created the world has your best interests at heart.:
INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIFE …
(1). Today is the youngest you will ever be. Live like it.
(2). Give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully.
(3). Don’t believe all you hear, spend all you have or sleep all you want.
(4). When you say “I love you”, mean it.
(5). When you say ‘I’m sorry,” look the person in the eye.
(6). Don’t judge people by their relatives.
(7). Remember that silence is sometimes the best answer.
(8). Remember the three R’s: Respect for self; Respect for others; Responsibility for all your actions.
(9). Don’t let a little dispute inure a great friendship.
(10). When you realize you’ve made a mistake take immediate steps to correct it.
(11). Spend some time alone.
(12). Open your arms to change, but don’t let go of our values.
“It is so encouraging to know that Jesus experienced every negative emotion we go through. He also defeated them all, which give us hope and confidence to do the same.”
HA! HA!: The idea that no one is perfect is a view most commonly held by people with no grandchildren!
CATCH THE BUG! LAUGH!
“A happy heart is good medicine and a cheerful mind works healing,
but a broken spirit dries up the bones.” -- Proverbs 17:22
A good belly-laugh is a speedy cure for a drooping spirit. Someone once said laughter is the music of the soul. If that’s true then “sing” as often as you can. Look for the humorous in life. Find the funny in every situation—even when it looks sour on the outside.
God must have known our spirits would need recharging on a regular basis. In addition to time with Him and the companionship of friends, He has provided us with the release that comes from laughter bubbling up from our spirits.
Here’s a good primer for the laughter-impaired: Go to a playground, sit on a bench for 30 minutes, and watch children play. Notice how often they laugh, simply with the joy of being alive. Watch them until their laughter becomes infectious, and make sure you catch that “bug”! -- Henry W. Beecher
Mirth is God’s medicine. Everybody ought to bathe in it. Grim care, moroseness, anxiety—all
this rust of life ought to be scoured off by the oil of mirth.
“A happy heart makes a face cheerful.” -- Proverbs 15:13
Minister : Darrell Buchanan mjcoc@sasktel.net
WEEKLY BIBLE READING: Luke 4 through Luke 16
BIBLE HALF HOUR: for ages 4 through Grade 3, 11:30 to 12:00
Teachers: Today: Linda Next Sunday: Kathy
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS IN 2011:
(1). Jan 30: Building Maintenance: $1,020.00 (2). For Japan: $455.00
(2). May 29: MJ Mission Fund: $1,005.00 (3). July 31: Clearview Christian Camp: $445.00
(4). Oct. 30th:Velma Forman—Papua New Guinea.
MENS BUSINESS MEETING: November 6, 2011 @ 1:45 p.m.
IN OUR CONVERSATIONS WITH GOD THIS WEEK, LET’S PRAY FOR:
-- In long-term Senior Health Care Facilities: Edna Knutson (Providence Place); Julia Thiessen (Providence Place);
-- as it turned out, Mazie didn’t have to have the repair surgery on her aneurism. Praise God!
-- Gordon and Vivian have requested prayers regarding Gordon’s Parkinson’s Disease and the symptoms that accompany it, particularly the tremors;
-- Paul & Evelee were to see the oncologist at the Cancer Clinic in Regina to discuss the course of treatment for Evelee’s cancer;
-- Cal as he has his scope test on Monday morning. He was admitted to the hospital on Thursday morning with a high temperature and infection.
-- Gladys as she recovers from her broken hip and the surgery that followed on July 15th;
-- Keith Dods as he is really struggling with his cancer and is in hospital in Regina;
-- Walter & Cathy Ridgeway (Edmonton), Sharon’s sister and brother-in-law as they deal with the return of Walter’s cancer, which is very aggressive this time. He is half way through the radiation treatments on the tumor in his lung and his cough has lessened which makes him not as short of breath. His pain continues to worsen though and he is having to increase the dose of pain medication every three or four days and has to take “break-through” medication two or three times a day;
-- Lil King (Winnipeg)--cancer. She is in her 90’s and the doctors feel that treatment would be to hard on her. Lil is the mother/mother-in-law of Gary& Eva (Bell) King;
-- the Knutson family as they mourn the loss of Vicki;
-- the group from Saskatchewan who are in India until Dec. 6th with the “Heart Warmer Ministries”—Ray McMillan (Regina), Wilf & Laura Olson (Regina), Shelby Goud (Carlyle) and Ian McLeod (Saskatoon). This ministry helps get children’s rescue homes up and running as places of protection We gave a donation to this program so while we aren’t with them physically, we are involved in the work there;
-- please keep the families of all of the above named in your prayers. We know sickness in a member of one’s family is stressful for the whole family;
-- our government leaders; world peace;
-- take a look around and remember one another in our Church family—may we show Jesus and His love through our words and actions.
SPECIAL COLLECTION: -- for Velma Forman and her work in Papua New Guinea will be taken next Sunday, Oct. 30th and/or Sunday Nov. 6th. Velma and her staff at One Mile Clinic do a tremendous work with the people in their area—ministering to them physically and especially Spiritually. The Clinic treats an average of 3,000 people a year as well as 15 to 20 people a year in the Tuberculosis treatment program. The TB program runs seven days a week—the people come to the Clinic every morning Monday through Friday, get their TB medication, have breakfast and then a Bible study. On Friday they are given medication to take home with them to be taken on Saturday and Sunday.
Velma moved to Papua New Guinea in 1993 to do full-time missionary/nursing work there. Now 18 years later, Velma’s plan is to return to PNG in Nov. for another three years and then move back permanently to British Columbia. We know all funds given will be put to very good use.
FOR THE BABIES IN PAPUA NEW GUINEA: -- “I am gathering baby blankets, receiving blankets, sleepers and undershirts for One Mile Clinic. Velma said sleepers and undershirts for ages two and under are what are needed for them to hand out at the Clinic. These do not need to be new—if anyone wishes to purchase some, that’s great, but if anyone has used ones they are done with that is perfectly fine to.” -- Donna
CONGREGATIONAL DIRECTORY: -- is ready—thank you so much Gordon for the work you put into compiling the information in this very useful list. Due to privacy issues, these lists will not be left on the table for pickup, but will be handed out this morning.
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD: -- we are once again collecting items to fill shoe boxes which will be sent to boys and girls in 13 of the poorest countries in the world. Items that CANNOT be sent: food (except hard, wrapped candy), anything liquid that could freeze and break, breakable items, soap, toothpaste (due to Customs regulations in the receiving countries). Suggested gift list: small toys, pens, pencils & sharpeners, crayons, note pads, stickers, toothbrushes, combs, brushes, washcloths, hair clips, barrettes, small stuffed toys etc. Items purchased can be given to Donna or Linda and they will see that they get into the boxes. Or, if you would like to give some cash to Donna or Linda, they will purchase the items for you. Collection week is November 20th, so our cut-off date for having the boxes completed will be Sunday, Nov. 20th. Last year we filled 12 boxes so hopefully we can do at least that many again this year.
“Have you ever been obsessed by something—consumed by a little thing—something really trivial in the scheme of things? It is said that one can tell how big a man is by how small
a thing it takes to frustrate him.”
“Our salvation is free because Christ paid the price.”
THINK AND BE!
“As he thinks within himself, so he is.” -- Proverbs 23:7
The pop psychology called “positive thinking” came on the scene in the 1980’s, selling thousands of books and takes, turning its leading practitioners into millionaires. “Think good things, and those things will happen to you,” they said. Stay positive in your mind, and life will roll out the red carpet. Though excessive at times, this belief system isn’t very far from the truth. And the pop-psyche gurus of the 1980’s can’t take all the credit.
God is the original author of positive thinking. Proverbs states His final word on the matter: “As he thinks within himself, so he is.” Just as our words contain power, so our thoughts do also. And when we allow God to shape our thoughts, they lead to lives that line up with His will. There’s no more positive way to live than that. – Author Unknown
“The right train of thought can take you to
a better station in life.”
“Remember that the One who created the world has your best interests at heart.:
INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIFE …
(1). Today is the youngest you will ever be. Live like it.
(2). Give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully.
(3). Don’t believe all you hear, spend all you have or sleep all you want.
(4). When you say “I love you”, mean it.
(5). When you say ‘I’m sorry,” look the person in the eye.
(6). Don’t judge people by their relatives.
(7). Remember that silence is sometimes the best answer.
(8). Remember the three R’s: Respect for self; Respect for others; Responsibility for all your actions.
(9). Don’t let a little dispute inure a great friendship.
(10). When you realize you’ve made a mistake take immediate steps to correct it.
(11). Spend some time alone.
(12). Open your arms to change, but don’t let go of our values.
“It is so encouraging to know that Jesus experienced every negative emotion we go through. He also defeated them all, which give us hope and confidence to do the same.”
HA! HA!: The idea that no one is perfect is a view most commonly held by people with no grandchildren!
CATCH THE BUG! LAUGH!
“A happy heart is good medicine and a cheerful mind works healing,
but a broken spirit dries up the bones.” -- Proverbs 17:22
A good belly-laugh is a speedy cure for a drooping spirit. Someone once said laughter is the music of the soul. If that’s true then “sing” as often as you can. Look for the humorous in life. Find the funny in every situation—even when it looks sour on the outside.
God must have known our spirits would need recharging on a regular basis. In addition to time with Him and the companionship of friends, He has provided us with the release that comes from laughter bubbling up from our spirits.
Here’s a good primer for the laughter-impaired: Go to a playground, sit on a bench for 30 minutes, and watch children play. Notice how often they laugh, simply with the joy of being alive. Watch them until their laughter becomes infectious, and make sure you catch that “bug”! -- Henry W. Beecher
Mirth is God’s medicine. Everybody ought to bathe in it. Grim care, moroseness, anxiety—all
this rust of life ought to be scoured off by the oil of mirth.
“A happy heart makes a face cheerful.” -- Proverbs 15:13
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