September 21, 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 continues this 4-week series exploring some of the "WALLS" in the Bible and some of the "WALLS" in our lives.
         All are welcome!
Alabaster Offering is this Sunday, Sept. 25...
 
Twice a year, we receive a special
"Alabaster" offering for mission projects. 100% of these offerings goes outside our local church for the purchase of land and construction of churches, schools, medical facilities, & homes for missionaries all over the world (including the U.S.). This is an offering of loose change, cash, & checks that individuals place in "Alabaster" boxes located near the back of each section. You may place your Alabaster offerings in these boxes anytime on Sunday morning, Sept. 25.
Jeff & Brittany Estep's Last Sunday @ MV -
Please Bring Cards of Appreciation...
 
          God blessed us with Jeff and Brittany Estep for two years here at MV Community. Jeff and Brittany joined our MV staff team in early September, 2014. Jeff has served as our Young Adults/Sports Outreach Pastor and Brittany has served as an Administrative Assistant for Youth, Children and Sports ministries. God has used both of them to make a powerful and positive difference in the lives of many. We are grateful that God allowed them to come our way, and they have helped our church move forward in "Bringing Christ & People Together." Thanks Jeff and Brittany!
       
 Brittany has accepted a position as an Admissions Counselor for Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU), and Jeff will become a Graduate Assistant Baseball Coach at MVNU, working mainly with pitchers. This is a good move for them, and more importantly, they believe it is "God's move" for them. Though we will miss them, we are happy for the Estep's and all that God has in store for them at Mount Vernon.
          Jeff and Brittany's last Sunday at MV Community will be September 25. We encourage you to bring cards of appreciation to the church that day and place them in baskets in the Sanctuary and Chapel foyers.
          The vital areas where the Estep's have served (Young Adults, Sports Outreach, & Admin. help) are important to our church and our mission. Your Church Staff and Church Board are praying and planning about ways these ministries can continue to grow and move forward. Please pray for the church and for the Estep's as God continues to lead, guide and bless His Church.
"REACH" Expansion Projects Moving Forward...
  
       
          Thanks to all who voted on our REACH expansion projects last Sunday. Vote results: 99% "yes." Praising God for unity as the church moves forward in "Bringing Christ & People Together!"
          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" pledge cards are available in the foyer and will be received on October 16, 23 & 30.
  
"Welcome Class" - September 25 & October 2 @ 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. 25 & Oct. 2 @ 6 pm.  Contact the church office (803.593.3114) or email me (kpoole@mvnazarene.org) for more info.    
  
Everyone is invited to celebrate the McAdory's 20th year of ministry at MVCN.  Mark your calendar to attend Sunday night, October 9 at 6:00 pm in the sanctuary, reception to follow in the FMC.
Fall Yard Sale
 
 

     Sponsored by Ladies' Ministry & KidsWay

        Saturday, October 15, 7 am - noon

 

Inside spaces are $25 (includes 2 tables) and outside spaces are $15 (no tables provided).  All money is due up front and the event is rain or shine (no refunds or credits).  To reserve your spot call Barbara Richardson at 803.594.9794 or the church office.

 
Equip 2016 - Saturday, October 15
  
The SC District SDMI and
Continuing Lay Training will host Equip 2016 conference at West Columbia Central Church of the Nazarene, 9 am - 12:30 pm.  This event will provide practical helps for modern ministers.  Whether you're leading children's church, teaching a Sunday School class/leading a small group, tackling a building project or starting a community outreach, our workshop speakers will help increase your effectiveness in ministry.  A description of the seminars can be found by clicking the link below. 
  
Registration forms maybe picked up at the Welcome Center, or you may register online.  Registration fee is $10 for adults, payable at the registration table the day of the conference.
  
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
Letter from David Gallimore

Greetings in the STRONG name of Jesus!  It has been a very busy and productive summer of ministry.  I ended up preaching 10 camp meetings, along with a couple of revivals during the months of June, July, and August.  Thanks so much for your faithful prayers.  I have sensed a very special anointing in recent services.  God is doing some amazing work in individuals lives, homes, families, and churches.  To God be the Glory!
 
I am now back into a full slate of fall revivals.  We had a great meeting in Paris, Kentucky last week.  This week I am ministering at First Church of the Nazarene in Huntington, West Virginia.  Great services yesterday...please pray for a mighty move of God's power in the remaining services.  
 
Next week I will be in South Georgia at the Glory United Methodist Church in Alapaha, GA. Prayers are appreciated as I bring God's Word to this wonderful congregation.  In October our ministry will be traveling to Bridgeton, New Jersey, Mannington, West Virginia, Mount Olive, Georgia, Fitzgerald, Georgia, and Tabor City, North Carolina.  The road gets long from time to time...but the "treasures being laid up in heaven" are well worth it!!!
 
Thanks again for your prayers and financial support!  You are with us in this vital ministry.  MAY GOD BLESS YOU REAL GOOD TODAY!
 
Love & Prayers,
 
David A. Gallimore
  
Gallimore International Ministries is planning a couple of mission trips outside the USA.  Follow the link below for information about those trips in 2017.
  
  
Upcoming Events
 
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   - Baby Shower for Burkes
Oct  4  - Ladies Luncheon
Oct  9   - 20th Anniversary Celebration for Pastor Mike & Melinda McAdory @ 6
                pm
Oct 10  - Ways & Means Committee Meeting @ 6 pm
Oct 13   - FUSE student ministries feeding football team
Oct 15   - Yard Sale (7 am- noon); Equip 2016
Oct 16   - Prime Time AfterWord following Small Groups
Oct 17   - Church Board Meeting @ 6:30 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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