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What does it mean to be generous?
Is it wrong to say that I love Good Friday? I find that Good Friday, even more than Easter, shows the world just how far God is willing to go to rescue me/humanity/the whole creation really from sin's deadly effects. Is that why I appreciate it so much? Or could it be that it is because I realize most profoundly, on Good Friday, that it is Jesus Christ who does the saving maneuvers in my life NOT ME. Either way, I always leave Good Friday feeling so grateful and at the same time, so much more generous toward other sinners - like me.
So, is it generosity then, over any other attribute in the Christian life, that shows a believers true understanding of grace; a lived out realization that God accepts those who humbly receive his mercy, not those who believe they can earn it.
What is generosity after all? Is it all about money or is there more to it than that? I think so and that is why this Sunday will mark the beginning of a new series on the subject. My prayer is that as we dig deeper into gratitude, we will each be freed to enjoy a deeper gratitude in our relationship with Jesus Christ, one another and even for. Do you know anyone who needs to feel the generosity of God's love? Invite them to church anytime during this series. It may be just the thing they have been praying for! Finally, will you pray for me as I prepare the sermon this week and throughout this series? I hope so! See, you've already begun the work of "real" generosity!
Blessings, Rev. Ellen
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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 this 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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School Supply Drive for Fred L. Wilson Elementary
Don't forget to bring your items for the school supply drive for Fred L. Wilson Elementary School this Sunday, September 11th. We will have mission night during our Wednesday evening G.I.F.T. Program this week 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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Deadline for Newsletter Articles
The deadline for items for the September 18th and September 25th editions of The Beth Page is this Tuesday, September 13th. Both of these newsletters will be printed next week. Donna Moore will be out of the office Monday, September 19th through Friday, September 23rd.
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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 this week, 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 This Week - Servants Needed!
BPC's "Suds of Love" laundromat ministry resumes 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
September 4
Joys: Ernest Gardner (Rev. Ellen), Toot & Faye Rodgers, Margaret Griffin
Concerns: Chris Ferguson's neighbor (Chris Ferguson), Alice Tarlton (Jill Hamilton), Saints among us - Saint Teresa (Ed)
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)
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Serving This Sunday
Head Usher
Christel Josey
Ushers
Larry & Nelda Riggs
Jenny Linebarrier
Macky Petrea
Lector
Roger Hamilton
Children's Nursery (Worship only)
Judy Petrea & Rhonda Jones
Children's Worship
Sandra Cox & Richie Goodman
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Our Financial & Attendance Stewardship
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OUR ATTENDANCE STEWARDSHIP
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September 4th
Worship Service - 57
Sunday School - 29
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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 8/31/2016
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$128,135.66
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$141,461.82
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9/4/2016
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$5,475.97
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$1,487.22
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Current Balance
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$133,611.63
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$142,949.04
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Year-to-date Budget Needs: $156,229.20
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10¢-A-Meal Offering received last Sunday: $225.00
10¢-A-Meal Offering received for 2016: $2,712.30
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Daily Lectionary for September 11-17, 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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