September 14, 2016
"... with my God I can scale any wall."                (Psalm 18:29b NLT)
  

New Sermon Series Starts This Sunday!

         "WALLS"... Sometimes they need to be conquered.  Sometimes they need to be faced.  Sometimes they need to be built.  And, sometimes they need to be torn down.
         Join us this Sunday for worship @ 8:30 am, 10 am or 11 am as Pastor Kyle begins this new 4-week series exploring some of the "WALLS" in the Bible and some of the "WALLS" in our lives.
         All are welcome!

Brief Church Meeting This Sunday Morning, Sept. 18...

 

 

          This Sunday, all church members are asked to stay after morning worship for a brief all-church meeting.  Members will be voting on a motion from our Church Board to borrow up to $250k (if needed) for a "construction bridge loan" so that we can complete our "REACH" expansion projects (listed briefly below). 

          Please pray about your part in our Fall emphasis called "REACH." It's time to "expand the tent" again @ MV Community. Phase One includes converting the FMC gym into a multi-use auditorium that can seat 400+, parking lot expansion, & "Mission Field" completion (including a pavilion, entryway & lighting). Total cost for this phase is $500k. "REACH" offerings & pledge cards will be received on October 16, 23 & 30.
  
"Live the Promise" (Supporting Foster Families) --
Informational Meeting this Sunday @ 7 pm
Come and be a part of a new ministry, "LIVE THE PROMISE," to learn how to grow and support families to care for vulnerable children.  An informational meeting will be held in the sanctuary this Sunday, Sept. 18 @ 7 pm.  Contact Donna Schwamberger at 706-855-1382 for more information.

"Welcome Class" - September 11, 18 & 25 @ 6pm...
    
If you're interested in learning more about our church (history, beliefs, ministries, etc.), or becoming a church member, then please attend our next Welcome Class in Room 214 (adjacent to the Fireside Room) on Sundays, Sept. 18, 25 & Oct. 2 @ 6 pm.  Contact the church office (803.593.3114) or email me (kpoole@mvnazarene.org) for more info.    
"Discovering the Christian Life" Small Group...
  
          The 13-week session began last Sunday, but it's not too late to join in @ 6 pm, in FMC Room 305.  This Christianity 101-like
course will help Christ-Followers, especially new believers, learn how to live a life pleasing to the Lord.  It's also for those rusty on the basics, and will equip us with the tools to become a fully-devoted follower of Jesus.  Lessons include how to study the Bible, prayer, sin & salvation, spiritual warfare, praise & worship, Christian fellowship & service, and living & sharing one's faith.  If interested and to sign up, please contact Jim Saine (803.552.2852), Gordon Roy (803.292.0406), or Mike Biddle (803.522.0653), or fill out a Care Card from the pew rack, circle "D" & place in the offering plate.
Pray for Sports Outreach...
 
 

     Our fall Kids Soccer League on Mission Field starts this Saturday morning, September 17.  Please pray for Pastor Jeff Estep, League Director Austin Wiley, and all of our coaches, referees, volunteers, players and their families!

       Our indoor Volleyball League for adults starts this Sunday afternoon, Sept. 18.  Please pray for League Directors Blake Shearer & Chris Cutright, and all of our coaches & players.

       We believe that sports outreach is a great tool to help "Bring Christ & People Together!"

 

Ministry & Growth Opportunities This Week...
  
- Tuesday AM Men's Bible Study:
            The 6 am Tuesday morning Bible study, "Man Up!", includes worship, Biblical teaching, prayer, and good fellowship with coffee & doughnuts. "Man Up!" meets each Tuesday @ 6-6:30am (with 15 min. prayer time following) in the Chapel. All men are invited.
    
- Wed. Night Ministries...
            Ministries for Children; Grief Share, Bible study & prayer for adults; Worship for teens; orchestra (6:00) and choir rehearsal. Unless otherwise noted, start time is 6:30, children's activities end at 7:45. 
  
- Thurs. Morning Ladies Bible Study:
             Meets at the Chapel at 9:30, led by Jane Biddle
  
- Celebrate Recovery meets Thursdays  @ 6:30 pm at the Chapel
David Gallimore's Upcoming Schedule
  
Sept 18-21 David will be preaching at First Church of the Nazarene in Huntington, West Virginia.  Please pray for the Gallimores as they travel and spread the Gospel. 
  
Gallimore International Ministries is planning a couple of mission trips outside the USA.  Read the latest partner letter (link below) for information about those trips in 2017.
  
  
Upcoming Events
 
Sept 17 - Soccer games begin & go through Oct 29; Christmas in Sept (choir)
Sept 18 - Church Meeting; First Time Friends Luncheon; Volleyball games begin
Sept 24 - Prime Time Birthday Party
Sept 25 - Alabaster Sunday, Baby Shower for Moyers; Esteps last Sunday
Sept 28 - See You at the Pole
Oct  2   - Prime Time AfterWord following Small Groups
Oct  4  - Ladies Luncheon
Oct  9   - 20th Anniversary Celebration for Pastor Mike & Melinda McAdory @ 6
                pm
Oct 10  - Ways & Means Committee Meeting @ 6 pm
Midland Valley Community Church of the Nazarene|803.593.3114 | mvfcn@mvnazarene.org | www.mvnazarene.org
  
Kyle Poole, Senior Pastor - kpoole@mvnazarene.org
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