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A Word from Rev. Ellen
It is week three of Lent and we've taken time already to evaluate the destructive habits in our lives with the intention of prayerfully asking God to remove them. This week let's take a look at the positive gifts the Holy Spirit has given us; our spiritual gifts. In chapter 12 of 1 Corinthians, Paul writes, "There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit distributes them. There are different kinds of service, but the same Lord. There are different kinds of working, but in all of them and in everyone it is the same God at work."
Scripture tells us that our giftedness comes straight from God's Spirit. It is a part of God's plan of redemption for the world. Our gifts then are not our own, but God's. They are not here to serve us but to offer service, as a loving offering of work to God, out of deep gratitude for all that God has done for us in Jesus Christ!!!
What are your spiritual gifts? Most likely they are the things you do that don't feel like work, the things that give you the greatest degree of joy to offer God? If you know what they are, I would love for you to share them with me. If you don't, check out giftstest.com. This website offers a questionnaire that will identify your top five spiritual gifts. It is an easy, first step toward understanding the gifts the Spirit has given to you, for God's purpose and His Kingdom. Enjoy! Rev. Ellen
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Expressing Our Condolences
The congregation of Bethpage Presbyterian Church extends its deepest Christian sympathy to Heather Goodman and family in the death of her grandfather, Charles MacLaughlin and also to the family of Glenn Bickerstaff who passed away this week. We join with these families as they celebrate their loved one's life in Christ.
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Women's Bible Study Groups - March Meetings
We invite the ladies of the church to join a group for Bible study, to take part in worthwhile projects, and to enjoy Christian fellowship. Please visit any of the groups and then join the one that suits you.
Study Group 1 meets Tuesday, March 1, at 10:00 AM in the Session Room.
Study Group 2 meets Tuesday, March 1, at 6:30 PM in the BPC Fellowship Hall. Hostess - Peggy Overcash.
Study Group 3 meets Tuesday, March 1, at 6:30 PM in the Session Room. Hostess - Cheryl Kusper.
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Easter Lily Orders Being Taken Now!
Easter Lilies will be placed in the church on Sunday, March 27th. The price will be $11.95 per foil wrapped lily. If you would like to purchase an Easter Lily in memory of in honor of someone, please fill out an order form (inserted in this Sunday's worship service bulletin) and return it to Connie Goodman or the church office. The deadline for placing orders is Wednesday, March 16th. Please make checks payable to Bethpage Presbyterian Church. Extra order forms are available outside the church office or by clicking here.
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Senior Highs Sponsor "Movie Night" at BPC
The Senior High Youth Group will be sponsoring a "Movie Night" on Saturday, March 5th from 6:30 until 8:30 PM in the BPC Fellowship Hall. The movie will be The War Room, a compelling drama with humor and heart that explores the power that prayer can have on marriages, parenting, careers, friendships, and every other area of our lives. Donations will be received to go towards the Senior High Youth Group's mission trip this July.
The War Room movie trailer
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Foot Care Ministry for Older Adults
Second Presbyterian Church, 1578 Dale Earnhardt Blvd, Kannapolis, is sponsoring a Foot Care Clinic on Saturday, March 5th beginning at 8:30 AM. Retired R.N. Dot Mosley and her daughter are providing free foot exams, foot washing, and toenail trimming. Appointments are required and may be made by calling 704-737-8887 prior to the date of the clinic. There is no charge, however donations will be accepted to help support the Foot Care Ministry.
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Quarterly Meeting of Kannapolis Area Presbyterian Men
The quarterly breakfast meeting of the Kannapolis Area Presbyterian Men will be held on Sunday, March 6th, 8:00 until 9:00 AM at Kirkwood Presbyterian Church, 900 Klondale Avenue, Kannapolis. All Kannapolis Area Presbyterian Men and Women are invited to attend this meeting and enjoy wonderful fellowship and great food in the company of our brothers and sisters in Christ, as well as an inspiring program of music by Danny Edwards. For further information, contact Frank Melton at 704-279-7583 or 704-795-8114.
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Interested in Firewood?
Call the church office at 704-933-2209 for more information. Thanks, Mission and Evangelism Committee
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Communion on Sunday, March 6, 2016
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A Thank You Letter to the Leadership and Members of BPC
Dear Leadership and Members of Bethpage Presbyterian Church,
The members of Kannapolis Area Presbyterian Men want to thank you for your generosity in allowing us the privilege of using the facilities at Bethpage Presbyterian Church for our annual "Boston Butt BBQ." The pavilion is ideal for setting up work tables with the grills outside on the grassy areas. Additionally, on chilly days the fireplace in the pavilion helps keep us warm. We also appreciate the support of Bethpage members who purchase Boston butts from us. This year we were able to contribute $2,300 to CCM's Fuel Assistance Program. Our goal is to serve others in the name of Christ; you help make it possible for us to do just that and we are deeply grateful.
Sincerely, Frank Melton, KAPM Coordinator
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Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 13th!
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NEW Procedure for Placing Flowers in the Church for Worship
Would you like to place flowers in the Bethpage church sanctuary for the Sunday morning worship service? If you would like to commemorate a special occasion in this way, please sign up on the sheet in the hallway between the Sunday school office and the sanctuary AND call Kilby's Florist at 704-933-7955 with your order and any special instructions. Make arrangements directly with Kilby's for payment. Please remember to contact Donna in the church office at least a week before your reserved Sunday, to let her know how you would like your gift of flowers recognized in The Beth Page. If you leave the flowers at the church or allow them to be distributed to our local retirement communities following the worship service, you will be bringing joy to many others AND your gift is tax deductible.
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A Note from the Nurture Committee
With the cold and flu season upon us, the Nurture Committee has prepared a care basket with cough drops (regular and sugar free), tissues and water. The basket has been placed on the table just as you enter the church from the front door. Please feel free to take advantage of it. |
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Prayer Joys and Concerns
February 21
Joys: Jacob Smith (Rev. Ellen), Calvin Rodgers & family (Rev. Ellen
Concerns: Bick Bickerstaff & family (Rev. Ellen Campbell Gardner), Annie Benton (Marcia Graybeal), Treva Collins Leach (Jean Brown), MacLaughlin Family (Connie Goodman), Roger Whittington (Curt Gibson), Ann Allen (Amy A. Ritchie),
René Ludwig (Sherry Childers), Brandi Coley (Rev. Ellen), Rick & Diane Mullinax (Christel Josey)
Joys: Shirley Smith (Kim Gibson), Trey & Brittany Aycoth (Cheryl Kusper)
Concerns: Bick Bickerstaff (Rev. Ellen Campbell Gardner), Calvin Rodgers (Rob & Sandra Cox)
Joys: Ronnie Hall, Jerry & Joyce Deal (Jenny Linebarrier)
Concerns: The family of George Blackmon (Betty Christy), Ronnie Hall's brother-in-law's grandmother (Ronnie), Jessica Sharpe (Sandy & Steve Gaskey's daughter), Andrea Waters (Roger), Johnny Stowe (Diane Mullinax), Leona Ingram (Dennis Graybeal's aunt), Barbara Rice (Dennis Graybeal's cousin), Two families who lost babies (Marty & Carrie Paxton), Ernest (Ellen Campbell Gardner), Victims of fatal car crash on Davidson road on 1/31/16 (Vicki Gurley), Frances Tate (Glenda Kirkman), Family of Chauncey Bratcher (Kim Shore), Family of Mike Moles (Kim Shore), Sam & Sue Turley (Charlotte Penland)
Joys: Hannah (Charlotte Penland), Fred Helms, Gary Ambrose (Jean Brown), Mack Sapp Sr. (Cameron Mullinax), BPC Congregation (Madison Scarborough)
Concerns: Marlena Wallace Jefferson (Brandi Coley), Harkey family (Ellen Shore), Fred Helms, Amanda Ritchie (Amy A. Ritchie), Rick Mullinax (Diane Mullinax), Viola Green (Teresa Kincaid), Rick Mullinax (Cameron Mullinax), Mike Moles (Kim Shore)
ST. ANDREWS LIVING CENTER: Eloise White
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Serving This Sunday
Head Usher
Dennis Graybeal
Ushers
Rob & Sandra Cox
Ed & Cheryl Kusper
Lector
Diane Mullinax
Children's Nursery (Sunday School & Worship)
Marty Paxton & Leslie Gibson
Children's Sunday School & Worship
Carrie Paxton & Heather Goodman
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Our Attendance and Financial Stewardship
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OUR ATTENDANCE STEWARDSHIP
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February 21st
Worship Service - 69
Sunday School - 43
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OUR FINANCIAL STEWARDSHIP
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General Budget Giving
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Expenses
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Year-to-date
as of 2/17/2016
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$27,136.66
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$26,365.59
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2/21/2016
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$2,107.00
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$2,378.70
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Current Balance
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$29,243.66
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$28,744.29
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Year-to-date Budget Needs: $34,717.60
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10˘-A-Meal Offering received for 2016: $612,90
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Sermon from February 21, 2016
Rev. Ellen Campbell Gardner's sermon from February 21, 2016
"Seeing the Trouble through Grace!"
Old Testament: Nehemiah 2:11-3:2
New Testament: Acts 2:42-47
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Daily Lectionary for Feb. 28 - Mar. 5, 2016 |
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We would love to hear from you!
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Sunday School at 9:00 AM - Worship Service at 9:55 AM
Bethpage Presbyterian Church, Kannapolis 6020 Mooresville Road | Kannapolis, N.C. 28081 704-933-2209 (church office phone) Church office hours: 8:30 AM until 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday
Rev. Ellen Campbell Gardner, pastor 704-431-3700 (cell) 704-934-3457 (home)
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