The Messenger

Co llege Hi l ls Baptist Church Volume 4 , Issue 04 Januar y 28, 20 14

In This Issue:

From the Pastor 1

Stop Worrying! continued 2

2 Peter Sermon Series Replenish Ladies Retreat Precept Spring 2014

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Children’s Ministry Info 4

Youth Ministry Info

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College Ministry Info

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Contact Information

Ministries Information

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F ROM THE P ASTOR : Stop worrying! Most of us love to worry. We worry about everything. We worry when it is hot. We worry when it is cold. We worry about our sports teams, we wring our hands about our schools, we get really upset with our govern-ment. We worry about the lives of famous people. Of course, there are times when we think our worries are legitimate. Like worrying over a sick child. A downturn in the economy that might cost us our jobs. Or family members not getting along. And we proudly equate our worrying with “loving concern.” Except God tells us to “Stop it!” Jesus asked then and He asks now, “Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life?” (Matthew 6:27). Meaning “worrying” accomplishes nothing.

So the Apostle Paul writes, "Stop worrying about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds an-ything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus." (Philippians 4:6-7)

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Stop Worrying! (continued from page 1)

"God wants us to trade our worries for peace of mind through prayer. But this is easier said than done. Far too often, when we are not worrying we are thinking and believing that it is the power of our mind that can ef-fect change. That someone's healing or provision is dependent on his own positive attitude and the strength of his own convictions. A good attitude is nice to have, but our help comes from God. In fact, our good attitude must be rooted in the truth that our help comes from God. God tells us to "stop worrying about anything." Worry is the opposite of faith. When it comes down to it, worrying is nothing more than prideful independence and self-reliance. God also says, "pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done." God already knows what we need. But He wants us to admit that we need them and that we are depending on Him. A heart that is thankful is the heart that recognizes we do not deserve an-ything but God's judgment for our sins and rebellion, but instead God has given us life through Jesus Christ. Everything else from that point on--the good and the bad, sickness and health, the ups and down of life--are pure gravy. And God recognizes we go through tough times. But He wants us to come to Him in prayer and ask for His help. And God will be there with His grace and His mercies when we need them. He is a good Father. "If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to those who ask him!" (Matthew 7:11). We cannot manipulate God. We simply ask. We do not practice hocus pocus. We simply ask. We do not do incantations. We simply ask. And when we ask, when we come to Him in prayer, He promises His incredible peace that will wash away all the worries and apprehensions you have in your heart. That is God's promise. We believe Him instead of believing in ourselves. We simply and humbly ask in prayer. “Ask, and it will be given to you" (Matthew 7:7). It's not magic. It's faith in God. Gather up all your worries, put them in a box, and trade them all in for “God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand,” by praying. Now that's a pretty good trade! Lakan

Friday, January 31st and Saturday, February 1st Courtyard by Marriott in Abilene, Texas Cost: $75 each ($25 deposit due now!)

Speaker: Kim Ransleben

“Living Out Our Union with Christ” 1 Timothy

Sundays during Morning Worship

Meets Tuesdays, 9-11AM

in the Fellowship Hall

FMI: Contact Teacher,

Candy Blackwood

WEEKLY MEETINGS: Sunday School: AWANA Clubs: Sundays at 9:30AM Wednesdays at 6:00PM Classes for all ages Preschool—5th Grade Preschool—5th Grade FMI: Contact Philip Cross at 277-7980 or the Church office 949-5788

AWANA CLUBS MEET WEDNESDAYS 6-7:30PM ALL STUDENTS K-5TH GRADE ARE WELCOME!

AWANA stands for "approved workmen are not ashamed" . This won-derful, international children's program provides a clear, consistent presenta-tion of the gospel through-- Bible memory – our cornerstone • Circle games exclusive to Awana • A fun approach to learning God’s Word • Leadership training that is second to none • The church leaders of tomorrow trained to serve today • Evangelistic focus designed to reach unchurched youth and their families

AWANA Clubs Wednesday, January 29th—

Bible Bowl Night!

YOUTH MINISTRIES

Sunday School: Sundays at 9:30AM CHBC Upstairs Home Groups: Sundays at 6:00PM Various Homes Outbreak: Wednesdays at 6:00PM CHBC Upstairs

FMI: Contact Ryan Connel 325-277-1778 or 325-949-5788 ryan@collegehillsbc.org

Weekly Meetings

June 8-14, 2014. You’ll have the opportunity to share Christ through back yard Bible clubs, work projects, and serving at a camp for Autistic children. Deposit deadline is February 16th. There are only 20 spots left, so let Ryan know ASAP!

COLLEGE MINISTRIES WEEKLY MEETINGS:

Sunday School: Sundays at 9:30AM (in the College Room)

Home Groups: Sundays at 6:00PM (Various Homes)

Pause: Wednesdays at 8:00PM (Siefker’s House—1734 Weston) FMI: Contact Ryan Connel at 227-1778 or church office at 949-5788

Wednesdays at 7PM

FMI: Contact Ryan Connel

HOW TO CONTACT US:

By Mail: College Hills Baptist Church 2102 Johnson Ave San Angelo TX 76904

By Phone: 325.949.5788

By Fax: 325.949.6877

By Email: info@collegehillsbc.org

Online: www.collegehillsbc.org

Look us up on: YOUR CHURCH STAFF:

Lakan Mariano: Senior Pastor

Philip Cross: Family & Education Pastor

Ryan Connel: Pastor to Students

Micah Mariano: Worship Pastor

Cynthia Hickey: Ministry Assistant

CHURCH OFFICE

HOURS: Monday—Thursday:

8:30AM—4:00PM Friday:

9:00AM—4:00PM Lunch Break:

Noon— 1:00PM

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ELDERS AND DEACONS:

These men are responsible for hospital visitation and are available to anyone who has needs. Elder Fred Rike…….….....227-4208 Deacon John Bilberry……....942-1012 Elder Rex Stephenson….942-9537 Deacon Charles Harrison....653-4386 Elder Andrew Siefker…...212-4410 Deacon Jerry Walls………..…944-1876

Extended Session Workers:

BodyLife Home Groups meet Sunday evenings at 6PM. All groups are open to anyone, so choose one and join us! Spring Host Homes: 2201 Stanton (Todd & Gina Puckett) Led by: Sam Torbett & Rex Stephenson 3108 Maverick Rd. (Larry & Mechelyn Hall) *Note: Homes for this group alternate monthly

2837 Canyon Creek (Fred & Kim Rike) Led by: James Reid & Philip Cross 208 Edinburgh (Lakan & Kim Mariano) Led by: Lakan Mariano 2102 Johnson (Church) Led by: John Bilberry 2639 Parkview (J.T. & Michelle Smith) Led by: Andrew Siefker 1525 S Van Buren (John & Paige Southwell) Led by: Ryan Connel (1st & 3rd Sundays) 30 Clare (Ryan & Kira Connel) Led by: Ryan Connel (2nd & 4th Sundays)

We appreciate all our extended session workers. Please be in your place by 10:20AM so you can be there before the children arrive. Please call Philip Cross @ 325-277-7980 if you are unable to work your extended session or if you have any ques-tions.

1’s and 2’s: 3’s & 4’s: 02-02 Zach Speciale Rhiannon Kelso 02-09 Cameron Cross Shannon Lacy 02-16 Savanna Powell Kyla Reid 02-23 Elizabeth Torbett Cami Mariano