Fall Theme                                              

Back to the Basics

Throughout the months of September through December, our Pastor will focus his messages on the Basic Essentials of our faith.

There are four absolute necessities (functions) for the local church.

 Getting back to the basics is a way for our church to strengthen the foundation of our ministry here in Pensacola.

Don't miss these exciting and challenging messages.

 
Special Called
Business Meeting 
Today. . .

Special Called Business Meeting
at the close of the worship service

We will have a brief business meeting for the purpose of voting on keeping our Sunday worship service as one combined service as it has been throughout this summer.

See sample ballot below
(actual ballot will be in the printed announcements/bulletin)

RECOMMENDATION TO THE CHURCH
 
That we keep our Sunday morning worship
Service as one combined family worship
Service with a balanced blend of traditional
and contemporary music styles.
 
____Yes, I agree
 
____ No, I do not
PLC - "Dollar Day"  - Today - September 20th
 
 
           
Preschool Learning Center
"Dollar Day"

Can you spare a dollar? 

A way for us to financially help support our PLC

Ushers will be at the exit doors today to receive your dollar offering for the Preschool Learning Center as you leave the worship service.
StrongMan
Conference
Next Weekend -  September 25th and 26th -

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FAMILY NIGHT
Friday, September 25
(Free for the whole family)

The evening will include a time of fun and laughter for the whole family with Christian comedian, Brad Stine, providing a humorous look at our lives.

Following Brad Stine we will have a special presentation by the Strength Team, something that will especially engage our children and youth.

Don't miss this exciting evening!

Extra copies of the promotional flier for this event are at the information table in the main foyer. Pick some up to give away to your friends and neighbors; invite them to come.


Following this exciting night will be the . . .
 
StrongMan Conference
Saturday, September 26
(For men of all ages)

This will be a morning/afternoon event with worship, workshops, exhibits and lunch. It is important for the men of our church to sign up today so we can secure the early registration cost that provides a significant discount for each man. Please use the blank lines on the Welcome Tab. Sign your name and phone #. You may turn in your check in the amount of $39 to the church office. You may also register by calling the church office at 455-7389.
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Discipleship University:

The powerful movie "War Room" has reached the hearts of many over the past weeks. Beginning September 27th at 4:30 pm come be a part of the War Room Bible Study.

Session topics include: Dealing with Spiritual Lukewarmness, Christian Accountability, Grasping Grace and the Gospel, Engaging in Spiritual Warfare, and Trusting God in Prayer.

We will have two groups, one for men and one for ladies.

You may sign up today on the welcome tab of your church bulletin.
Picnic & Baptism by the Bay -

Mark your calendars for our Picnic & Baptism by the Bay on October 4th @ 1:00 PM at the Blue Angel Recreational Park.

The menu will be hamburgers and hot dogs with drinks and all the trimmings.

The cost is $5.00 for adults / $3.00 for children age 10 and under.

The park entrance fee has been paid.

Please pay in advance by either giving your reservation form and money to Cami Simmons in the finance office, or by placing it in the offering plate.

Checks need to be made payable to MGBC. (Write PICNIC on the memo line.)

Thanks!

Extra copies of the registration form for the picnic are on the information table in the main foyer.


The PRAIZE KIDS
choir is beginning another year of learning more about praising our Lord Jesus. The kids are excited to sing songs of praise and help lead in worship once a month in the morning worship services. All children in grades one through six are invited to join the Praize Kidz. Please come! Weekly rehearsals are on Wednesday nights from 6:00 to 6:30pm in room 103. For more information, please contact Melissa Westman  


FALL FESTIVAL - Coming Soon...
Saturday, October 31

This event will be here before we know it so please begin donating bags of candy and if you are able donate your time and service to make this outreach event a success.

lease bring individually wrapped candy to the church office.
fall
Information

The PLC
is looking for a full-time Cook. The person will need to be able to pass a background check, be actively involved in a Bible-believing church, work well independently and be able to do simple math associated with following recipes. Position is perfect for detail-oriented individuals. Position comes with a benefits package. Contact the PLC at 455-3352 for more information.


 
Student Life

October 3         Corn Maze
October 10        Bonfire
October 17        Comedy Night

SUNDAY SCHEDULE

9:15am               Sunday School & Bible Fellowship Groups
10:30am                                                       Morning Worship
   4:30pm                                 Discipleship University (HGC)
   6:00pm                                                       Evening Worship

WEEKLY EVENTS

Sweet Hour of Prayer
Tuesday, 6am-7am (WC)
Hour of Power Prayer Ministry
Thursday, 10:30am-11:30am (WC)

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPER

4:45pm-5:45pm
Adults $5.50 - Children $3.50 (12 & under)
RSVP to Lorna Browning or Cami Simmons by noon on Friday
Menus
9/23         Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Bread*
9/30         Baked Chicken, Rice Pilaf, Peas & Carrots, Bread*              
                *Tea       
WEDNESDAY EVENING SCHEDULE

6:00pm                                                 Preschool Choir (FLC)
6:00pm                                               Praize Kidz Choir (103)  
6:00pm                                                  Prayer & Bible Study (FH)
6:00pm                                             Youth Bible Study (BCB)
7:00pm                                Worship Choir Rehearsal (CR)

MONTHLY EVENTS
Widow's 'Might' Bible Study
Wednesday, September 23 @ 9am (FH)

Business Meeting
Wednesday, September 23 @ 6:00pm (FH)

Deacon/Yokefellow Meeting
Monday, October 5 @ 6:30pm (FH)

Keenagers
Tuesday, October 6 @ 10:00am (FH)

Disaster Relief Committee Meeting
Tuesday, October 13 @ 6:00pm (204)

Missions Committee Meeting
Wednesday, October 14 @ 6:00pm (204)

Homebound Committee Meeting
Thursday, October 15 @ 11:00am (HGC-D)

SEPTEMBER 2015
Budget Receipts (for 2 Sundays)                        $ 37,318.51            
Budget Goal (for 2 Sundays)                    $ 34,851.18
2015 Annual Budget                                             $906,130.90
Budget Receipts for last 12 months             $834,068.12
Giving trend will yield a 2015 Budget deficit of$ 72,062.78


Nursery Volunteers - Sunday, September 27
10:30am - Brendan/Margaret O'Gara

Pick up a copy of thePrayer Guide for the 40-Days of Prayer and Fasting.

These Prayer Guides are available at the prayer table in the church foyer.