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A Word from Rev. Ellen
Last week in worship we talked about Christ's question to Peter, and ultimately to every Christian, "Do you love me . . . then tend or feed my sheep?" Fundamentally, the answer to Christ question is the only real foundation we have for a faith that lasts. After the service, I received this letter from Carrie Paxton. I call it the "I Love that . . . letter." I wonder what you love about the way Bethpage responds in love to our Lord's call to love him? Drop me a line and let me know how you would answer our Lord's question!
Carrie writes:
Last Sunday Ellen asked us to talk about what we loved about Jesus. Here is what I love about Jesus . . .
I love that this church loves my family. I love that we love Christ Savior Mission. I love that we are more open to new things than we really think we are. I love that you don't care that my son lights the candles and runs down the aisle when he is done! (And by the way . . . we are working on that!) I love that we are learning to disagree and still love each other. I love that you are the reason my kids love to come to church! You are their vision of Jesus Christ!
What I wish for us as a congregation is that we would continue to extend grace to one another. We all make mistakes. I wish we could forgive each other as quickly as you forgive Dalton for his running! We are all children of God! I wish we would realize our gifts as people and a church. I think our gift is LOVE, Christ's love we share! I think we do amazing things and moreover what is crazy is that some of you don't even realize the magnitude of your love! I wish for us to continue to figure out our gifts and use them . . . share them!
Until all know such love, Rev. Ellen
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Expressing Our Condolences
The congregation of Bethpage Presbyterian Church extends its deepest Christian sympathy to Amanda Ritchie and family in the death of her grandfather, David Ritchie and to Brandi Coley and family in the death of her grandfather, Larry Coley. We join with these families as they celebrate their loved one's life in Christ.
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Women's Bible Study Groups - September 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, September 6, at 10:00 AM in the Session Room.
Study Group 2 & 3 meets together, Tuesday, September 6, at 6:30 PM in the Session Room. Hostess - Sherry Childers.
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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
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KAPM Breakfast Meeting
All Kannapolis area men and women are cordially invited to attend the quarterly breakfast meeting of the Kannapolis Area Presbyterian Men on Sunday, September 11th, from 8:00 until 9:00 AM in the Bethpage Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall. At 8:00 AM, we shall gather around the tables for a delicious breakfast, accompanied by great fellowship with our brothers and sisters in Christ. After a brief session, we shall most certainly be blessed by our guest speaker, Mr. Ed Hosack, Executive Director of Cooperative Christian Ministry. It is always a joy to have Ed in our presence and to hear him bear witness to the many ways God works in our community through CCM. Please invite your fellow church members, neighbors and friends to join us for this meeting.
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Wednesday Evening G.I.F.T. Program and Supper Resumes!
Mark your calendar and be sure to join us each Wednesday evening beginning on September 14th as our G.I.F.T. Program resumes! As part of our G.I.F.T. program, you are invited to join us for supper and fellowship prior to the program each Wednesday at 5:45 PM. To help us prepare for the correct number of people, we ask that you make a reservation by signing the Ritual of Friendship pad on Sunday morning, by calling the church office (704-933-2209), or by clicking here. If you would like to be on our "standing reservations list" (this means you will remain on the list each week unless you call and ask us to remove you!) please indicate that when you sign up. Also, please be sure to indicate how many adults and how many children in your reservation! Deadline for supper reservations is Tuesday at Noon. We look forward to seeing you each Wednesday, beginning September 14th at 5:45 PM!
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"Suds of Love" Resumes - Servants Needed!
BPC's "Suds of Love" laundromat ministry resumes on
Thursday, September 15th. This year we will be serving families from three local elementary schools: Fred L. Wilson, Woodrow Wilson, and Shadybrook. We need volunteers to be at Harris Laundromat (1205 West C Street, Kannapolis) on that day from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM and 6:00 until 9:00 PM. If you would be available on that day, please contact Christel Josey (704-706-5752) or Chris Ferguson (704-680-2783.) If you can't volunteer on the 15th, but would still like to help, we need donations of quarters and laundry detergent. Thanks for your support!
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Prayer Joys and Concerns
August 28
Joys: Alice & Aubrey Tarlton (Jill Hamilton)
Concerns: Alice & Aubrey Tarlton (Jill Hamilton), Mark Gurley's Mom (Mark), School staff, teachers & students (Chris), Margaret Griffin (Ann Ennis), Amanda Ritchie - death of her grandfather (Amy & Amanda Ritchie), Brandi Coley - death of her grandfather (Connie Goodman)
Joys: Christel Josey's birthday (Her family)
Concerns: Amanda Ritchie's grandfather (Amanda Ritchie)
Joys: Barbara Fields (Connie Goodman)
Concerns: Faye Rodgers (Betty White)
Concerns: Steve Linebarrier's brother (Jenny Linebarrier), Doris Ballard, Tom Griffin, Ann Allen (Amy A. Ritchie)
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Serving This Sunday
Head Usher
Christel Josey
Ushers
Larry & Nelda Riggs
Jenny Linebarrier
Macky Petrea
Lector
Margaret Griffin
Children's Nursery (Worship only)
Susan Smith & Dougie Kirkman
Children's Worship
Cheryl Kusper & Heather Kirkman
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Our Financial & Attendance Stewardship
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OUR ATTENDANCE STEWARDSHIP
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August 28th
Worship Service - 60
Sunday School - 30
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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 8/24/2016
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$125,722.16
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$135,506.55
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8/28/2016
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$2,413.50
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$5,955.27
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Current Balance
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$128,135.66
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$141,461.82
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Year-to-date Budget Needs: $151,889.50
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10¢-A-Meal Offering received for 2016: $2,487.30
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Sermon Snippet from August 28th |
Daily Lectionary for September 4-10, 2016 |
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Please drop us an e-mail and let us know if there is something you would like to see included in the newsletter.
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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