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Calendar MARCH 23 Easter Egg Hunt - 9:30 AM for children 2 years to Kindergarten. Parents welcome to watch. 23 Reception for Kyle & Luz Beard, after evening services in the Family Life Center. Please bring a finger food, snack, dessert or soft drinks. 29 Angel Food Distribution 30 All Community Groups will meet together at 5 PM for the LCU Praise Chorus 30 Youth Paper Work Party, Family Life Center, 5 PM. APRIL 6 Bridal Shower for Emily Newman, daughter of Rick & Susan Newman, bride-elect of David Gower, 2:00-3:30 PM, Living Room. Selections at Bed, Bath & Beyond, Dillard’s and Target. Prayer Requests Ray Bailey Jimmy Brown Rick Furr Danny Greenlee Margaret Jackson Georgia Jones Nancy Moreland Claudia Porter Kaye Turner Omega Wagamon Elaine Bigelow Dwain Coffey Juanita Garrett Joe Howell Leron Johnson Norma Jones James Padgett David Stephenson Mo Turner Anita Wofford Sunday AM Worship Services 8:00 & 10:45 in the Auditorium #528 – I Know that My Redeemer Lives Welcome & Greeting Prayer #4 – To God Be the Glory #278 – Victory Chant # #895 – I’ll Live in Glory #242 – Sing Hallelujah to the Lord - Days of Elijah #728 – It May Be at Morn #345 – Christ the Lord Is Risen Today #287 – There Is a Redeemer Lord’s Supper - We Fall Down #179 – He Is Lord Collection - Ancient Words - That’s Why We Praise Him Prayer Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 Sermon: A Church Full of Expectant People - There’s a Stirring Shepherd’s Prayer Announcements #852 – When the Roll Is Called up Yonder 10:45 in the Family Life Center Be Exalted, O God We Will Glorify Welcome & Greeting Open the Eyes of My Heart Prayer You Are My All in All Step by Step Scripture: Acts 5:12-16 Sermon: When the Gospel Is Taken Seriously Instruments of Your Peace Prayer I Stand in Awe And Can It Be? Lord’s Supper Turn Your Eyes upon Jesus Jesus, Name above All Names Collection Give Thanks Lord, Take Control Shepherd’s Prayer Sunday, March 23, 2008 Sympathy * Rayleen Pittcock, mother of LuAnn Johnston, passed away last Sunday. Services were Wednesday in Seymour. * Neva Orman, sister of Barbara DeLorimiere, passed away last Sunday. * The nephew of Jim Bertram was killed in a traffic accident in Beaumont. * Bernice Perkins, mother of Sarah Roberson, passed away Wednesday. Services were Saturday. * Wanda Howard passed away Thursday. We’re Glad You’re Here! Join us in Bible class at 9:30 this morning. Kyle Beard will be speaking at the 5:00 PM group in the auditorium. This will be followed by a Going Away Reception for Kyle & Luz. Please bring snacks or drinks and join us. Angel Food Distribution Saturday morning Volunteers Needed Needed: Teacher - Toddler 2 on Wednesday nights Contact Beth Day at kday1434@sbcglobal.net Please remember our Thursday Night Outreach (The Road) meets every Thursday night at 7:00 PM at J & B Coffee. For further information, contact Steve Winters (790-8520). New Members Alvira Agee th 7528 84 St, 79424, 771-7871 Charlotte Alarcon, Michaela, Tommy th 7526 84 St, 79424, 602-459-1251 Deanna Gonzales, Samual, Micheal st 1803 81 St, 79423, 748-0303 Call the office (794-3594) if you would like a statement of your 2007 contributions for tax purposes. FOR THE RECORD: Sunday, March 16, 2008 Attendance: Bible Class: 652 Worship: not reported Contribution: $20,773 South Plains Church of Christ 6802 Elkhart Avenue Lubbock, TX 79424 (806)794-3594 Announcements Shout to the Lord Year to Date Contribution: $272,113 www.southplainschurchofchrist.org Bible Classes at 9:30 AM REAL LIFE: Loving God, Loving Others, Serving the World Ministry Opportunities * Local Outreach - New or gently Used Men's and Children's clothing is still needed for Central Lubbock families. (Please do not send torn or stained clothing.) The clothing drive will end today. * 4th and 5th Graders: If you have a heart for serving others, be watching for an exciting opportunity coming soon! * We are looking for a teacher and helper in the Toddler 2 (18-24 months) classroom for the remainder of March, April, and May on Wednesday nights only. Any volunteer time you can give would be greatly appreciated. Please e-mail or call if you can help. Beth Day (928-2368) or kday1434@sbcglobal.net * Serving Our Soldiers ministry is requesting AA batteries, $10 or $20 phone cards, and magazines to send to our soldiers. University Ministry * Convergence on Wednesday nights at 7 PM in the Family Life Center. * For information, contact Daniel Clayton at 7943594, ext. 206. Extended Prayer Requests Please remember these individuals in your private prayer time. Please update the office on those on our cancer list. Sermon Notes A Church Full of Expectant People 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 1. It ____________________ Us. (4:13-16) • • 2. It ____________________ Us. (5:1-8a) Children’s Ministry * Bible Bowl - 4th – 6 Graders, Middle School, High School and even adults are welcome to join in our study of 1 Samuel. Bible Bowl Classes meet @ 5:00 PM in the Journey Land Theater Room. For any questions, please contact Rebecca Wiseman @ 687-8099 or Tricia Grimstead @ 928-2570. * Volunteers needed for Bible Lands (NurseryKindergarten). Contact Joel Willmon (562-2015) for nursery or Stephanie Gerhart (796-7256) or Lori Fritz (892-2580) for 3’s and 4’s. Contact Beth Day (798-2494) for Toddlers or Sarah Bigelow (773-6259) for Tumblers. * 7 Teachers and 13 Journeyman will be needed th th for Rotation #5 from April 27 to May 28 . Call Lori Richardson X-222 to volunteer. * Children’s Handouts are provided each Sunday in the foyer. * A Nursery is provided for children from birth to 2 years of age in Room 102 in the preschool hall, during the Sunday AM worship services. th Women's Ministry * Pillow Ministry meets Tuesdays at 10 AM in Joseph’s Workshop upstairs. * Wednesday Morning Ladies Class meets at 10 AM in the Multipurpose Room. * Sisters Praying – 6:30 AM, Thursday mornings. Coffee and breakfast items are available. For more information, call Susan Wilcox (445-6065) or Kathy Jordan (6323200). * Wednesday night Ladies class meets in Room 217 at 7 PM with a study on the Secret of Contentment. Coping with Cancer: Josephine Arias Elaine Bigelow Jodi Castro Gail Crozier Freida Davis Denece Evans Darrel Harris Cindy Harrist Sherry Hill Charlene Hubach Perri Jackson Nancy Lindley Phil Maxwell Sarah Nichols Suzanne Payne Leah Randle George Sanders Wanda Smith Kenneth Sparks Kenneth White Gregor Zagidullin Facing health issues: Claudia Allison I. J. & Texas Belt Ruth Coffman Rick Furr Charles Hipp Kimbree Houston Alice Mitchell Wanda Norris J. Thomason Margaret Watson Expectant Mothers: Carla Brown Lori Fritz Amanda Haden Sarah McClelland Lisa Scott Nancy Barnett Carey Bridges Wyona Clark May Daniels Linda Day Don Harness Alan Harrison Faith Hatchett Jennean Hise Thelma Hutchenson Wayne Kirkpatrick Betty Luke Nancy Moreland Mike Parker Tom Perry Randy Rister Carol Satterfield Jana Snyder Dwight Thomas Tim Williams 3. It ____________________ Us. EllaWese Bell Ted Buchanan Tammy Coke Juanita Garrett Ben Hooten Donell Merchant Hazel Moore Claudia Porter Billie Thornton Ray Watson Angel Food Ministry Distribution day is Saturday, March 29th. We need people at 7 AM to help set up. We have to distribute over 50% of the food we get between 8:00 am and 9:30 AM. We need up to 20 people to help with that distribution. If you can pull a pallet or pass cases of food, we can use your help. (5:8b-11) • • Youth Ministry * The Paper Work Party - March 30th at 5 PM in the Family Life Center. * Check out the new web-site! spyouthministry.com or go to Youth Ministry on southplainschurchofchrist.org. * Wide Open Wednesdays - WOW meals 5:00-6:30 PM then class. * For information, contact Trent Roberson at 794-3594, ext. 205. Thanks * Thanks for the visits, flowers and support following my recent surgery. J. R. Fain * We want to thank everyone for their prayers, cards, and concerns shown during the illness and passing of LuAnn’s mother. We appreciate the flowers. We appreciate your outpouring of love. James & LuAnn Johnston and Kim & Sheri Pittcock • Tiffany Dyess Meagan Gilbert Shelley Lampp Kagney Paden Amy Turner For up to date news of the congregation and audio of past sermons, check out our website at: www.southplainschurchofchrist.org Missions Remember to pray for our missionaries and for World Bible School. Also they would love to hear from any South Plains member. The March Mission Moments is available in the information centers. Wednesday Nights 5:00-6:30 PM – WOW Meal 6:00 PM – Class in Room 111 Moses 7:00 PM – Classes o Auditorium Class o The Secret to Contentment (Ladies) Room 217 o Financial Peace University o Convergence (College) Family Life Center Spring Break Mission Trips Please pray for these groups as they travel and as they impact the lives of others. Kyle & Luz Beard kylebeard@christmissions.net Maximo & Gloria Collao Jr. Flor de viento 177 Urb. Sta. Isabel Lima 6 PERU 011-511-543-2492 4max@ec-red.com Bob & Jean Eckman 8 William Road Stapleford Nottingham, England NG9 8ES 01144-115-939-9541 Home 01144-115-939-8361 Fax Bbobeckman@aol.com Jim & Connie Gullette Calle 1 C-6 Urb. Mar Azul Hatillo, PR 00659 787-262-7772 Home 787-934-6445 Cell jimgullette@hotmail.com Nestor & Cecilia Peraza Casillade Correo 1448 Montevideo Uruguay 11000 nestorperaza77@yahoo.com World Bible School Kern Stutler—794-7913 World English Institute Larry Walker Arecibo, Puerto Rico Daniel Clayton Alan Dyess Wanda Dyess Stefanie Fleming Britni Johnson Greggory Johnson Andrew Johnston Lauren Jones Allison Layton Kelsey Odell Courtney Pharis Casa in Mexico Earl Anderson Kay Anderson Mike Cabe Mickey Cole Vicki Grubbs Joe Jordan John Pratt Jacob Skelton Stephanie Skelton Mary Stephens Christina Vick Robin Vick Chad Wilcox Those who would like to send cards to Leron and Rose Johnson may address them to the Johnsons c/o Stacy Young 4604 100th Street Lubbock, TX 79424 Prayer pager – 721-2965 (enter zip code and # symbol) lruthw@suddenlink.net.