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Today’s Order of Worship Be Still and Know

Welcome

Hide Me Away, O Lord

Prayer

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Sing and Be Happy

Living by Faith #400

Sermon

Just As I Am #380

Walking in Sunlight #708

Jesus Keep Me Near the Cross #359

Lord’s Supper

Offering

Announcements

Mansion, Robe, & Crown

Closing Prayer

Growing Together September 24, 2017

Sunday A.M..........................................596 Bible study…....................................... 368 Offering...incl. on-line$2.395...$15.085.04 Weekly Budget ........................$15,000.00 Year-to-Date .............................-$2,231.68 Baptisms.....................................................13 Placing Membership....................................7

Nursery VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!! Please consider helping

with this service to our families with children.

Contact Zarinah Wilson

czarinah@gmail.com.

8:15 a.m. Worship

Mary Robinson

(upstairs foyer)

9:30 a.m. Bible Study

Gina Jenkins

(upstairs foyer)

10:30 a.m. Worship

Charisse Carter

Babies (upstairs foyer)

Blanca/Wendy

Toddlers thru age 3 (upstairs room 201-202)

Adult Bible Classes on Sunday: Title Location Description Teacher

Bible 101 Room 210 Bible Basics Lee Carroll

“One Word” Room 211 Bridge Builders Jim Kirby

God’s Calling Room 212 Mayberry Class Mike Green

Christian Education Auditorium Billy Smith, I

Young Professionals Room 213 Carlos Lara

Tito Ortiz

Marriage Enrichment Fellowship Hall Couples team

Hispanic Bible Class Hispanic Worship Center (downstairs)

Adult Bible Classes on Wednesday: Auditorium Class William Darnell

Charles Waters

Ladies’ Class Room 213 Psalms Diana Crawford

Ladies’ Class Room 211 Prayer Gwen Barker

Jill Evans

Lisa Forster

Sharon Tracey

Men’s Class Room 212 Prayer David Forster

Gary Hale

Hispanic Class Hispanic Worship Center (downstairs)

❖ Miller’s Thrillers Oct. 13

❖ WOW Oct. 18

❖ Trunk-or-Treat Oct. 21

and bonfire

❖ Homecoming Oct. 22

❖ Hispanic Christian Oct. 28

Workshop

❖ Harvest Sunday Oct. 29

❖ Ladies’ Retreat Nov. 3-4

Sunday Evening 6:00 pm auditorium

Life Groups will meet

at the building

NO PROMISELAND Children will worship with

their parents today!

Mark Your Calendar

Adult Bible Classes

October 1, 2017

SCHEDULED TO SERVE – October 1, 2017

Welcome to Rural Hill Church of Christ

8:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m.

Song Leaders Jon Reynolds Rex Barker

Duke Walker

Opening Prayer Jamie Walters Jon Vongsaphay

Closing Prayer Rick Harrington Rodney Jefferson, Jr.

Communion Prayers John Edmondson Robert Fitzgerald

Serving Communion Anthony Dixon Jeremiah Bingham

Matt Herron Tweedy Crowe

Steve Herron Sonny Highers

Byron Hicks Jake Hodge

Mason Jenkins Carson Lash

Sam Petersen Will Muse

Shane Pomeroy

Scott Roberts

Speaker Dan Dozier Dan Dozier

Announcements Gary Hale Gary Hale

Greeters Donna Blythe Charisse Carter

Jerry Blythe Randy Cousin, Sr.

Denise London Laura DeLay

Robert London Pam Demonbreun

Latrecia Osborne Wanda Jennings

Count Offering Keith Patterson Randy Cousin, Sr.

Nathan Wells Stephen DeLay

Sound & PowerPoint Dale Petersen Jennifer Wilmore

Stanley Johnson Randy Jones

Wednesday Coordinator Bob Matschinegg

Attendance Cards Robert & Denise London

Pantry Team Aaron & Reta Herren

Communion Preparation Charles, Sr. & Madylon Waters

Rural Hill

Church of Christ

Shepherds: Rex Barker Mike Green Jeff Jennings

Mike McClardy Tony Ortiz

Billy Smith, I Jay Thompson

Charles Waters, Sr. Larry Wilkinson

Ministers: Dan Dozier Gary Hale

Jon Reynolds Wilfredo Salvatierra John Vongsaphay

564 Bell Rd. Antioch, TN

37013 (615)361-1908

Web Site:

www.ruralhill.org

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https://www.facebook.com/RuralHillChurch

Jon Reynolds Youth & Associate Minister

Persecution does not seem like something that anyone would want To experience much less tout as a

“blessing.” In fact, its seems strange that Jesus would hold it up as something people should value

at all, but in Matthew 5:10 he says, “Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” It’s interesting to note that Jesus makes a distinction between people who are being persecuted for any given reason verses those who are persecuted because of righteousness. It’s not that Jesus is rooting for the poor or the unfortunate. Jesus is saying, if you face trouble because you chose to follow me, you will be blessed. Sometimes persecution leads to focus and motivation.

Last week in the Titans win over the Seattle Seahawks, Richard Sherman took a “cheap shot” at Titan’s quarterback Marcus Mariota as he was stepping out of bounds. As a result, there was an infusion of energy and a momentum surge from everyone playing for the Titans. They suddenly were extremely motivated to win. If we aren’t being persecuted for being a Christian, maybe we should be asking if we are living lives in pursuit of faith and righteousness. Christians should never be afraid of the path before them, even if it includes persecution.

Wilfredo Salvatierra

Hispanic Minister Salmos 125:1-2 “Los que confían en Jehová son como el monte de Sion,Que no se mueve, sino que

permanece para siempre”Hace unos días atras vimos y supimos de la Trajedia de terror , muerte y heridos que dejo un hombre armado abrió fuego en una Iglesia de Cristo de habla Ingles aca en la Ciudad de Antioch. Es lamentable como la maldad ha entrado en los seres Humanos y no hay escrupulos, no hay limites,, no hay lugar seguro cuando la maldad entra en el corazón del Hombre alcanza a los hijos de Dios. Se que muchos cristianos inseguros por su falta de fe y no confiar en Dios pondrá temor en sus vidas,,y tomaran como escusas aun ni asistir a la congregaciones por querer supuesta mente proteger sus vidas. El punto no es cuidar sus vidas físicas , lo Importante es cuidar el estado de nuestras almas y el destino de ella, No temas y confía en Dios, pero trata de acerca a Dios y ponerte a cuentas con Dios para estar bien si un dia la muerte nos sorprende en cualquier lugar. Jesus dijo que no Tuvieramos miedo quien mata el cuerpo, mas tuviéramos miedo quien puede matar el alma. Donde Mueras y como mueras no es lo Importante ya que es fin es el mismo, “LA MUERTE”. Un Pensador dijo “ Muchos quieren morir dignamente, pero no hay muerte digna, debemos de pensar en vez de como morir, debemos vivir digna mente delante la presencia de Dios”.

Welcome to our new members!

TJ and Ashley Martin and their children

Jayden, Emma, and Cameron.

Ashley was

baptized into

Christ on

September 22.

Ashley is the

daughter of

Doug &

Joeleen Davis.

Let’s make

them feel at

home!

Lewis & Leann Austin’s daughter, Brenna Sledge, is home and improving on antibiotics. Denise Hunter had major surgery on her wrist which was successful and she is recovering at home. Ray Hunter’s mother, Norma Hunter, has been placed under hospice care. Rodney Jefferson, Sr. is at home improving from his back surgery. Gwyn Jennings is improving at home from her foot surgery. She will be non-weight bearing for 5 weeks. Dot Jones is at home. She continues to recover from her surgery and severe wound on her leg. Liam Kendall’s broken arm and wrist required additional surgery on Thursday, a long recovery ahead. Liz McGee is declining in health. Hospice is assisting. Nancy & Engles Popes’ daughter, Pam Simmons, is being evaluated for further chemo treatments and upcoming surgery. Madylon Waters’s sister, Paula Pope has returned to the hospital and continues in very serious condition. Gloria Young is consulting with doctors regarding further treatment due to bloodwork results.

Responses LaTeasha Hughes – Renee Stewart

Lesa Hodge – Paula Bailey

Congratulations! Donald and Laurie Deatheridge are Gigi and Poppy

once again! Copeland Reed Duke was born Friday, Septemeber 29th to Aaron and Tara

Duke. He weighed 7 lbs. 2 oz and was 18” long.

Everyone is doing great!

Bridal Tea Ladies, come and celebrate with the

Harrington’s as they welcome Mariah Hunter to the family! A tea is being held in her honor on

Sunday, October 8th from 1:00-2:30 in the fellowship hall. Derek & Mariah are registered

at Bed, Bath, & Beyond, Walmart, & Kohl’s.

Thank You Note

Dear Church Family,

Thank you for your silent auction items.

Your generosity is making a difference in the

lives of the incarcerated, giving them hope.

May God continue to bless you and this

ministry as we partner together. Please pray for

these and their families.

With gratitude,

Thomas Snow

TN Prison Outreach

Homecoming

What a day is planned for Homecoming! Sunday, October 22nd should be on your calendar. One worship full of singing and praise! A recap of the Guatemala mission trip followed by a yummy potluck meal…but wait, there’s more! Fun for ALL AGES and activity levels! Carnival games, face-painting, and bounce house for our youngsters. Outdoor games like Corn Hole and Soccer. Crafts, photo booth, and table games for those who want to stay inside. Snacks and prizes! Could it get better? Yes, it can! Keep watching for more details.

Trunk or Treat and Bonfire Candy, costumes, hot dogs, and S’MORES!! Put it on your calendar for Saturday, October 21st and please sign up at Sign-Up Central to provide a “trunk”. The kids look forward to this all year and it would be great to have a good turnout for them.

Room in the Inn Time to start thinking about what is needed for this ministry to be successful this winter. Wanda Jennings and Jennie McCormick will have a basket set up in the foyer for donations and donated items to be packed as a service project on Harvest Sunday, October, 29th.

Travel-sized items: Deoderant Chapstick Toothpaste Small combs Hand sanitizer Socks Lotion

The most important resource needed is you. It takes a team of caring people to setup, serve, and cleanup each time we host. Please consider donating your time to this ministry as well.

So many exciting ways to get involved!!

Mayberry Class Today, the Mayberry class begins a new six-week DVD and discussion using John Ortberg’s series “If you want to walk on water, you’ve got to get out of the boat”. The series addresses discovering and embracing the unique calling of God in our lives. Mike Green facilitates the class in room 212.

Ladies’ Retreat Please join us for "Fan the Flame" Ladies Retreat on November 3-4 at Hillmont Camp. We will hear from a fabulous guest speaker, Jantrice Johnson, from Hwy 231 Church of Christ. Our service project will be making fleece blankets for the homeless and we will be painting our own canvases to take home. Always a great time of laughter and fellowship with your sisters in Christ! Hope to see you all there! Registration forms are in the lobby. Form and payment due by 10/29.

Wednesday Dinner Join us Wednesday night in the fellowship hall from 5:30-6:30 for a delicious family dinner. Adults $5, kids (4-10) $3, 3 & under free. A sign-up sheet is at the Welcome Center in the foyer. This week’s menu is:

Chicken tenders– Green peas Hash brown casserole – Salad

Rolls – Desserts – Drinks

Memorial Gift A memorial gift was given in honor of Burch Anderson by Pat Stewart & the late Bill Stewart to be used for Camp this summer. Thank you for your thoughtfulness.

New AGAPE H.E.L.P. Class How to be Encouraging, Loving Parents

AGAPE is beginning a 6-week class on October 9th designed for parents with children ages 5-10. Pickup a flyer at the Welcome Center for more information.

Golf Scramble You are invited to the first annual Biblical Institute of Central America Golf Scramble October 28 at the beautiful Indian Hill Golf Course in Murfreesboro, TN! Registration begins at 7:30am with a Shotgun start at 8:30am. Teams of 4 will play together. The entry fee is $80 per person. Please sign up on the sign-up sheet in the foyer and join us for a great day of golf in support of this great ministry.

Pantry Needs Beef Stew – Chili – Ravioli

Spaghetti Sauce – Rice – Corn Green Beans – Potatoes

Desserts – Jelly

Upcoming Activities

• October 13 – FRIDAY the 13th MILLER’s THRILLERS – MOOhOO-HA-HA-HA! 6-11 PM cost $30. Cost includes Zombie Paintball and the Haunted woods. Sign up in the Yack Shack. Payment Deadline Oct. 8. No zombies were harmed in the

making of this ad.

• October 18 – WOW (Worship on Wednesday). This is a very spirit-filled evening of praise and singing. Be in the Yack Shack by 7 pm.

• October 22 - Homecoming

• October 29 – Bordeaux Sunday – Meet at 8 am to go to the Bordeaux Nursing home to have worship with the residents. We will return at 10:30 am.

• November 4 – Game Night (Board Games) 6-10:30 pm $5 (dinner). Please sign up on Wednesday November 1 in the Yack Shack.

• November 12 – Service Project from 12-2 pm

HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Aniya Waters 10/2 Randall Cousin, Jr. 10/5 Tajuan Lomax 10/5 Mia Alvarez 10/5