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Jeremy Barber Justin Barber Victoria Bowers Conner Campbell

Griffin Elkins Kailey Cannon Katie Conder Barrett Davis

Shayla Lockett Abigail Loveless Peyton Mathis Emma Nicholson

Madison Smith

Senior Sunday - May 1 9:00 - Worship Services with lessons by Bryan McAlister and Craig Shelton with

messages for the Seniors. 10:15 - Honoring our Seniors

11:15 - Catered lunch in the Fellowship Hall with Seniors and their families hosted by

Elders, Staff and their families. 6:00 - Senior Griffin Elkins preaches

7:00 - Senior Dinner Breakfast with Melody Skelton in the Lighthouse Jacob Patrowski

“I Hope You Know”

Babyland 109

Ashley Thomas Amy Sadoski Wed. Cissy Dotson, Julie Gilbert

Age 2 200 Mandy Harrison Michelle Jenkins Wed. Tabitha Cude

Age 3

204

Kathy McDonald Cassidy Orton

Age 4

206 Bryan & Lori Woods Wed. Ages 3 & 4 Christine Hoover, Reagan Qualls

Kindergarten 208 Tonya Oliphant, Jessica Dressler

Grade 1 & 2 220 Lauren McDonald Wed. K, 1st & 2nd Grade Brandy Nash, Meredith Qualls

Grade 3 & 4

226 Jeremy and Mindy James Wed. Jean Qualls

Grade 5

221

Eric Nash, Brad Garland Wed. Derek Newsom

Jr. High 6,7,8

B18 Pat Sullivan

Sr. High

B8 Craig Shelton & Others Wed. Gr. 6-12 C. Shelton & others

20/30 ‘s Sun. & Wed.

214 C. Shelton, M. Dotson Mike Elkins & Bryan McAlister

Adults 225 Bill McDonald, Shane Willis

Adults Men Adults Adults

218 218 Aud. Lib.

Wayne Qualls Wed. B. McDonald M. Goodpasture, D. Dressler Wed. Bryan McAlister Ward Mayberry

Adults

1st Floor

Lonnie Gilliam

Men (sing) Ladies Ladies

FH Library Con.Rm.

Wed. Different Men Wed. Henrietta Rochelle Wed. Wanda Givens

Summer Quarter Begins

Sunday, May 1,2016 Wed. Night May 4, 2016

At the outset of our year, we began our journey together looking to the start of a new year and what would be on our minds through the new year, and the power of the mind and the power of thinking when it comes to shaping our days and molding our minds in the direction of faith and courage to overcome whatever may be in our way. Suggestions were offered as it pertains to the focus of our thoughts, rooted in the power of the Holy Spirit’s inspiration, “Whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things, and the God of peace will guard your hearts and minds through the Lord Jesus Christ” (Philippians 4:8-9). There is power in the mind and heart which chooses to look on the things which it knows come from God and can help guide even through the darkest moments of our days and the consuming moments of conflict. When our theme was set for 2016 (“First Love”) we knew this time of year would be the time of year when we begin to enter into the season of change, transition, and new beginnings. Such a season was similarly in the life of Paul, not knowing what was awaiting him in his immediate future, but this one thing he had resolved in his heart and mind, “For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain” (Philippians 1:21). Hearts are challenged in every season of life by the changes we encounter, the choices we experience, and the challenges we endure. The inability to predict the outcome of future events, remains a certainty. What resonates as our opportunity is the decision to glorify the life of Christ each day, or gain the promise of Christ in death. I hope you know, no matter what comes of our future, the gain is always ours through Jesus Christ.

CONTRIBUTION $ 12,011.35 BUDGET

$ 12,784.oo Camp Meribah

$ 240.75

Home: Pauline Jimerson, Priscilla Barber, Mary Helen Barber, Fronia Nash, Alvitea Sunder, Martha Jo Wallace, Willie B. Coates, Sammye Elrod, Charles Minick, Dorothy Easley, J.W. & Sue Roder, Troy Parks.

The following are recovering from surgery or dealing with an illness: Susan Campbell, Edith Talbert, Claud Teet, Bonnie Runions, John Ed Hooten, David Poff, Amy Hill Bethea, Martha Minick, Calvin Cuthbert, Christian Schmid, Nathan Hubbard, Jack Lowery, Jace Conley, De’Jay Sanders, Gabriel Roberson, Gerdi Beaman, Sheryl Elkins, Richard Tate, Henrietta Rochelle, Jeff Denton.

Nursing Home Residents: Life Care Center: Geneva Bradley, Helen Hudgins, Christine Sawyer, Larry Talley, Nellie Kalosis, Lucy Noles, Stella Greer, Elsie Mathis, Thelma Chessor Hickman County Nursing Home: Varden Blackwell, Allene Worley, Eltie Davis, Lula Mae Gilliam NHC Dickson: Jane Berryman

To Sing ! SUNDAY

May 1, 2016

2-3 P.M. TRC ROTUNDA

Join us as we praise God in song. Freed-Hardemen University/Dickson will host an area-wide singing May 1st at 2 P.M. Area churches and individual Christians are invited to participate in congregational singing in the Rotunda of the Renaissance Center in Dickson. Don’t miss this opportunity for fellowship and worship. “Sing unto the Lord for He hath done

excellent things.” (Isaiah 12:5)

...a Memorial has been given to the Camp Meribah Scholarship Fund in memory of Richard Canady by Sally Chessor. ...a Memorial has been given to the Camp Meribah Scholarship Fund in memory of Pete and Morrell Ferguson by Russell, Tina, & Katie DeVore. “Katie has enjoyed being a camper and a counselor and has made life-long friendships from the experience. Thanks for all you do...”

...Judy Simmons, mother-in-law of Helen Simmons, will be having therapy at the Life Care Center. ...Bessie Shepard is recovering from knee surgery. ...Linda Bates is recovering from shoulder surgery. ...Jerry Bates is recovering from a heart ablation. ...Jimmy Mathis had a liver biopsy Monday, April 25th. ...Eric Ghant is in Horizon Medical Center with a blood infection. ...Georgia Moss is in the Life Care Center for therapy. ...Jana (McCord) Buttrey is recovering from surgery. ..Sheryl Elkins had a scan on Monday, April 25th.

Margie Copley writes:“We want to thank you all for the many cards we received for our Anniversary ! T ha nk you s o m uc h f or remembering us.” Ruth Reece writes: “Thank you for all the prayers, cards, calls and food received while in the hospital and recovery after. It is wonderful to have such a caring church family. In Christian love… Sally Chessor writes:“I would like to thank everyone for the prayers, food, cards, and calls after my accident. In Christian Love….” The Family of Mary Hill Horner writes:“ Thanks so much for the wind chimes. We both love wind chimes and so did Mother. What a thoughtful and comforting gift. Mother and Daddy loved their time at the Centerville Church of Christ.” Thetus Horner, Nancy Clark and families.

Memorial

Sympathy ...We extend our deepest sympathy to the family of David Bentley who passed away. He was the father of Mark (Lori) Bentley and the brother-in-law of John & Wanda Givens. To all the children, grandchildren, all family and friends, we extend our deepest sympathy. ...We express our sympathy to the family of Ronnie Sexton who passed away in Alabama. He is the nephew of Marge (Doyle) Rushton.

hThank You !

In honor of Mother’s Day: We would like to honor all Mothers on Sunday, May 8, 2016 by recognizing all babies born since Mother’s Day 2015.

Please email a picture of your baby to tammy@centervillechurchofchrist.org.

...We rejoice with John Anderson who was baptized Wednesday, April 20, 2016 by Craig Shelton. John is the son of John & Carol Anderson and the grandson of Jim & Joanie Holtsford. ...We rejoice with Charlotte Alderson who was baptized Sunday, April 24, 2016 by Bryan McAlister. Charlotte is the daughter of John & Ruth Alderson.

Baptisms

We want to say a special “Thank You !” to Thomas & Cheryl Chessor making the coffee for us on Sunday mornings for the past few months.

We appreciate you !

Special Thank You !

Please Pray For:

Prayer Request

Pat Sullivan has requested the prayers of the church to be a better husband and

father.

Place Stamp Here

Bible Hour: Wayne & Jean Qualls, Griffin Elkins, Riley Qualls, Colby Shelton, Grady Teet, Barrett Davis, Kailey Cannon, Alexis Hudgins “Good Samaritan” Help Others Pantry Item: Tuna

To Drive Bus in May 5/1: Brandon McCauley A.M. Andy Weber P.M. 5/4: Mike Goodpasture 5/8: John Bradley A.M. Phillip Allen P.M. 5/11: Lonnie Mayberry 5/15: Michael Bryant A.M. Mark Chessor P.M. 5/18: George Garland 5/22: Andy Weber A.M. Patrick Allen P.M. 5/25: Phillip Allen 5/29: John Bradley A.M. Mark Chessor P.M.

Lord’s Supper P.M.

Jason Dotson Gage Dotson

Meals On Wheels 5/4: Jack Wood 5/11: Diane Garrett 5/18: Faye Claud 5/25: Carolyn Brown PICK-UP MEALS AT 10:40

RADIO ROOM: Brian Qualls, Brandon

McCauley, Lincoln Smith, Andy Weber

USHERS: Bobby Breece, Ronald Coates Monty Dunn, Don Chessor

BOYS TO PICK UP CARDS IN MAY Please be up front by 8:50

5/1: Zane Nash, Major Qualls, Lincoln Smith, Aiden Wallace 5/8: Aden Weber, Cameron Wright, Thomas Alderson, Wyatt Aydelott 5/15: Knox Bailey, Lake Bates, Sam Brown, Jared Brown 5/22: Gage Buchanan, Heath Buchanan, Trevor Buchanan, Braydon Chessor 5/29: Dane Gilbert, Riley Haithcoat, Bryce Hughes, John Jacobs

NURSERY Christine Hoover BAPT. CLOTHING

Leslie Hudgins

Prayer Week of May 1 S.M.W.

Alan Potts S.M.D.

Daniel Poff S.E.W.

James Aydelott S.E.D

Philip Jacobs W.E.B.S.

Patrick Allen W.E.D.

Griffin Elkins

May Greeters: James/June Aydelott, Robert/Juanita Bowman, John/Debbie Bradley, Bobby/Betty Breece

NURSING HOME SERVICES LIFE CARE CENTER HICKMAN CO. NURSING HOME 5/1: Daniel Dressler 5/1: Robert Bowman 5/8: Shane Willis 5/8: James Aydelott 5/15: Bryan & Connor Mc 5/15: Alan Potts 5/22: Fairfield 5/22: Mike Brown 5/29: Daniel Dressler 5/29: Marshall Spencer

Tulipwood Service - John Bradley

Read Scripture May 1

Jeremy Qualls May 8

Jonathon Longworth

Prepare Communion 5/1 & 8: Jerry & Margaret Yates 5/15 & 22: Gary & Becky Gatewood 5/29: Shirley DeVore, Betty Claud,

Elizabeth Givens

Wait on Table

1st Sunday Paul Bryant 2nd Sunday Don Luther 3rd Sunday

Bill McDonald 4th Sunday

Gary Gatewood 5th Sunday

James Aydelott Right Side Don Roder

Leon Gilbert Calvin Hoover

Chris Buchanan Left Side

Randy Wright Jared Street

Derek Newsom Shaun Lawson

Alternates Joey Hunt

Marshall Spencer

Those To Serve In May...

Elders’ Prayer Gary Gatewood

Hattie Delk 99 Years Old May 6, 2016

Jack & Loretta Cunningham Married 63 Years

May 9, 2016

Dean & Marie Bates Married 58 Years

May 20, 2016

Dorris & Marjorie Claud Married 57 Years

May 2, 2016

Ralph Shelton 83 Years Old May 22, 2016

Margaret McCord 81 Years Old May 6, 2016

May Celebrations !