The Beth Page   |   August 14, 2016   |   Quick Linkstop
6020 Mooresville Road   |   704-933-2209
A Word from Rev. Ellen

     This Sunday we will be looking at the conversion of Saul to Paul.  One thing that becomes clear in this account is that when we meet the risen Christ we are fully changed. 
     This article from Oswald Chambers best describes this reality.  He writes, "God does not keep His child immune from trouble; He promises, 'I will be with him in trouble . . .'"  (Psalm 91:15)  It doesn't matter how real or intense the adversities may be; nothing can ever separate him from his relationship to God. "In all these things we are more than conquerors . . ."  (Romans 8:37)  Paul was not referring here to imaginary things, but to things that are dangerously real. And he said we are "super-victors" in the midst of them, not because of our own ingenuity, nor because of our courage, but because none of them affects our essential relationship with God in Jesus Christ.  I feel sorry for the Christian who doesn't have something in the circumstances of his life that he wishes were not there.
     "Shall tribulation . . . ?"  Tribulation is never a grand, highly welcomed event; but whatever it may be - whether exhausting, irritating, or simply causing some weakness - it is not able to "separate us from the love of Christ."  Never allow tribulations or the "cares of this world" to separate you from remembering that God loves you.  (Matthew 13:22)
     "Shall . . . distress . . . ?"  Can God's love continue to hold fast, even when everyone and everything around us seems to be saying that His love is a lie, and that there is no such thing as justice?
     "Shall . . . famine . . . ?"  Can we not only believe in the love of God but also be "more than conquerors," even while we are being starved?  Either Jesus Christ is a deceiver, having deceived even Paul, or else some extraordinary thing happens to someone who holds on to the love of God when the odds are totally against him.  Logic is silenced in the face of each of these things which come against him.  Only one thing can account for it - the love of God in Christ Jesus. "Out of the wreck I rise" every time.  Blessings, Rev. Ellen!

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Dogs and Burgers

Kannapolis Area Presbyterian Men will be serving hot dogs and burgers with all the trimmings, (plus chips, cold drinks, and desserts) on Saturday, August 13th from 11:00 AM until 4:00 PM at Second Presbyterian Church, 1578 Dale Earnhardt Blvd., Kannapolis.  The cost is $6.00 per person for eat-in or take-out.  Proceeds will go to Children's Hope Alliance (formerly Barium Springs Home for Children and Grandfather Home for Children.)
Flowers in the Church This Sunday

There are two flowers arrangements in the Bethpage Presbyterian church sanctuary this Sunday, August 14th.  One arrangement is given to the Glory of God and in loving honor of Doris Ann and Darrell Ballard as they celebrate their 63rd Wedding Anniversary. The other arrangement if given to the Glory of God and in loving honor of Christel Josey in celebration of her birthday, by her family.
Interested In What is Next for Bethpage?

Come over to the manse this Sunday, August 14th at 6:15 PM for an hour of continued discussion, discernment, light refreshment and prayer.  No RSVP required.
BLOOD DRIVE at Bethpage - August 22nd 

Community Blood Center of the Carolinas and Bethpage Presbyterian Church are having a community blood drive on Monday, August 22nd from 4:00 until 8:00 PM in the BPC Fellowship Hall.  CBCC is an independent, locally-managed, non-profit community blood center.  They subscribe to a community-based blood banking philosophy.  That means community donors know that the blood they give stays in our community first - helping family members, friends and neighbors.  Excess supply is shared with other communities when needed.
School Supply Drive for Fred L. Wilson Elementary 

The Mission and Evangelism Ministry Area is holding a school supply drive for Fred L. Wilson Elementary School through Sunday, September 11th.  We will have mission night during our Wednesday evening G.I.F.T. Program on September 14th.  On that evening, teachers from Fred L. Wilson Elementary School will be invited to join us and we will present them with the gracious donations from the Bethpage Church family.  The teachers' "wish list" of supplies is:
  • Dry Erase Markers
  • Clorox Wipes
  • Gallon and Quart Ziplock Bags
  • Post-It Notes
  • Yellow Highlighters
  • Tissues
  • Economy Baby Wipes
College and Military Addresses 

We need the addresses of any members of our Bethpage church family who will be in college or serving in the military this year!  You may get your address to us by writing it on the Ritual of Friendship pad, calling the church office (704-933-2209), or e-mailing it to info@bethpagechurch.org.  Please help us keep in touch with these folks while they are away from home!
Prayer Joys & Concerns and Social Media Consent Forms 

As you know, the Nurture Committee developed a policy to encourage sharing prayer joys and concerns while still protecting the privacy of our members, families and friends.  Bethpage also has a policy in place to protect your privacy on the church's web site, social media accounts and in printed material.  If you have not given your consent for your name to be listed on the Prayer Joys & Concerns or for your picture to be included in church publications, and would like to do so, there are forms available outside the church office and in the narthex.  Thank you!
Administrative Assistant Position for Gilwood Presbyterian Church 

Gilwood PC is seeking an individual to fill the position of Administrative Assistant.  Hours are Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM.  Must work well with people and have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office software.  Knowledge of InDesign and Church Windows a plus, but not necessary.  Salary commensurate with skills and experience.  Inquiries should be sent to gilwoodoffice@charlotte.twcbc.com.
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servingServing This Sunday

Head Usher
Cheryl Kusper

Ushers
Dougie & Heather Kirkman
Steve & Sandy Gaskey

Lector
Cheryl Kusper

Children's Nursery (Worship only)
Linda VanPelt & Peggy Overcash

Children's Worship
Diane Mullinax & Carrie Paxton
Our Attendance Stewardship
 
 
 
OUR ATTENDANCE STEWARDSHIP
 
 
August 7th

Worship Service - 55          Sunday School - 31
 
 
 
OUR FINANCIAL STEWARDSHIP
 
 
 
General Budget Giving
 
Expenses
 
Year-to-date
as of 8/3/2016
 
$113,121.16
 

 $125,921.87
 
8/7/2016
    $4,381.00
    $3,748.44
Current Balance
$117,502.16
    
$129,670.31
 
Year-to-date Budget Needs:  $138,870.40
 
 
10�-A-Meal Offering received last Sunday:  $271.54

10�-A-Meal Offering received for 2016:  $2,477.30
 
    
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sermonAugust 8th Sermon Snippet
 

Snippet of Sermon from August 7, 2016

Rev. Ellen Campbell Gardner

"You knew it was coming?  They didn't!"

Acts 7:59 - 8:3  
    
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lectionaryDaily Lectionary for August 14 - 20, 2016

Sunday, August 14, 2016

Monday, August 15, 2016

Tuesday, August 16, 2016

Wednesday, August 17, 2016

Thursday, August 18, 2016

Friday, August 19, 2016

Saturday, August 20, 2016
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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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