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February 2012 |
 The CONNECTION |
Greetings from Pastor Scott and Phyllis Webb
 This is a great year and we are off and running.
This will be a year of fulfillment. Things that we have desired, sown for, preached to, and expected to see will come to pass. Genesis 26:12-13 says, "Then Isaac sowed in that land, and received in the same year an hundredfold, and the Lord blessed him. And the man became great and went forward and became very great." We see a progression here: He sowed, he received, he was blessed, and he went forward. The outcome of those things was greatness.
We can do the same things and get the same results. Sow, receive God's blessing, go forward and become great. Sometimes there are steps forward that we must take to be in the place for the increase and greatness the blessing produces. I believe the place to be is in church - planted, serving, hearing the Word of God and then doing it. Church services are a time when God speaks through His man with an unction and anointing to bring forth favor and increase; to give you wisdom and direction; and the best place to sow. All of these things are important if you want to go forward and get to the place of greatness.
This will be a year of Divine health, Divine wealth, and Divine life for those who are whole-hearted in their commitment to God and His Word. Whole-heartedly sow, bless, and go forward. Be in church whenever there is a service. Be connected and involved in what God is doing. Things are moving and changing and together, we are going forward! |
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Coming to an iPhone / Android near you. Stay tuned...
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The Core: Church Membership Class and Dinner
For those who desire to join this church family, our next  membership class will be held on Wednesday evening, February 15. Those who plan to attend are invited to join us for a complimentary dinner starting at 6:00 p.m. an d the one-hour class will start at 7:00 p.m. Both the dinner and class are held downstairs in the Preschool area. Those planning to attend should register at the Information Center by February 8. Children are welcome for dinner with their parents and should also be registered. After dinner, the Nursery and Preschool will be open for young children, and Catalyst Youth is available for those in grades 8-12.
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Preschool & Children's Church
February Theme: I Belong to God
Monthly Scripture: Luke 11:34 "The eye is the lamp of the body."
Monthly Confession: "My body is the temple of the Holy Ghost"
Call the Hotline each week @ 815-6826 to get your Power Verse!
 February 5 - “M&M and Big Bucks Sunday!” Don't forget to bring your missions offering and your Big Bucks!
February 12 - "Can Do Sunday!" Bring canned goods for the hungry and earn Big Bucks!
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Wiggle Waggle Wednesdays!
 Just for Preschoolers in K-4 & 5. Join us in the 3 Year Olds Nursery Room on Wednesday nights for fun and games while the adults are in Big Church. Each week has a special theme, crafts, and games for the Preschoolers.
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Catalyst Youth Movie Night
 Catalyst Youth (grades 8-12) is planning a  movie night at the church for Saturday, February 25 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. More information is available in the Youth meetings, each Wednesday night starting at 6:30 p.m. downstairs in the Arcade. Keep up with us on our facebook page, www.facebook.com/CatalystYouthMinistry.
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College and Career Fellowship
Join the group for a Super Bowl party, Sunday, February 5, 5:30 p.m. at the home of Rob and Julia Post. Bring a snack and a friend!
Meet us at Newk's on Hwy 280 @ 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 18 for dinner and then we'll go to the UAB-Tulane basketball game at Bartow Arena. Game starts at 7:00 p.m.
Gather at Rob & Julia Post's home for fellowship and group book reading on Sunday night, February 26 at 6:00 p.m. Snacks and friends are welcome!
EVERYONE INVITED TO A SPAGHETTI DINNER!
 Make plans to have dinner at church on Wednesday night, February 22 before the evening service. The College and Career group will be making and serving a spaghetti dinner and bakery treats to raise money for their trip to the Rhema Singles Conference in March. Cost for the dinner is $6.50 for an adult plate. Dinner will be served starting at 6:00 p.m.
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Young Marrieds Fellowship
 Ladies, here is a wonderful opportunity to enhance your skills in the kitchen. Verba Dupass, former chef at Highlands Bar and Grill and creator of their signature appetizer stone-ground grits with shrimp & mushrooms, will be giving a cooking class to the Young Marrieds. For twenty-five years, Verba worked for Frank Stitt, owner of Chez FonFon, Bottega, and Highlands, and the woman can cook! The class will be on Sunday, February 26 @ 4:00 p.m. at the home of Kim Post. Register and pick up directions at the Information Center.
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Life After Forty Ladies Makeover
Remake, Remodel, and Renew! Ladies, kick off the New Year by renewing yourselves inwardly and for one special lady, outwardly. If you would like to be selected for a makeover, submit a paragraph telling why you would like to have a makeover. Include your name and contact information along with your sizes (shirt, top, pants, skirt, dress, suit). Place your entry in a sealed envelope with LAF Makeover on the front, and turn it in to the Information Center. All entries must be submitted in February. The winner will be announced in March. Look for an upcoming LAF For Ladies Only event.
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HEbrews Coffee Bar
Co me by the HEbrews Coffee Bar and see what's new. We are serving a light meal on Wednesday nights starting at 6:00 p.m. The meal may be BBQ, or salads or soup & sandwiches. "Like" us on our HEbrews Facebook page for weekly menu updates.
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Prison Volunteers Mandatory Training 2012
 The annual Prison Volunteer Training will be Thursday, March 8, 2012, at 6:30 p.m. in the main sanctuary. This annual training is mandatory for all prison ministry volunteers. Prison ministry takes the Gospel to those who are lost and without hope behind bars. If you are interested in ministering with one of our teams, plan to attend this meeting.
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Evangelism Training
There will be an Evangelism Training meeting on Saturday, February 18th at 11:00 a.m. The meeting will be held in the Children’s Worship Center located in the lower end of the building.
Below are a few topics that will be covered:
1. Overcoming Fear
2. The Approach
3. Dealing with Rejection
4. Dealing with Other Evangelistic Approaches
5. Etiquette in Talking to Employees on the Job
The meeting will start promptly at 11:00 am. If you cannot make the meeting but want the training, please notify Patrick Rincher at the church as soon as possible.
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Music Ministry
Instrumentalists: We are always looking for people who have  experience in playing a variety of musical instruments. Instrumentalists can serve in many different capacities, such as children's ministry, youth ministries and the worship teams for our Sunday services and venues as well as seasonal worship events and special meetings. The Worship Team Band requires not only a high level of musical skill but also the highest level of commitment. Auditions are required.
Please call the Music Department at 833-8500 ext.1142 to find out how you can become involved.
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Men's Fellowship Breakfast
 The next men’s breakfast will be Saturday, February 18 @ 8:00 a.m. at the Golden Corral on Lorna Road in Hoover. Come join with other men from the church for breakfast and Christian fellowship. Those who attend are also encouraged to help with the Feed the Hungry Outreach that will be the same day (see below). Sign up at the Information Center.
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Feed the Hungry Outreach
Our Feed the Hungry Outreach serves meals to the hungry on the third Saturday of each month. Our outreach for February is postponed. The next Saturday we will serve will be March 17. Each month, we need volunteers to provide the food and/or serve the people from 12 noon until 2:00 p.m. To get involved, please sign up at the Information Center in the church Atrium.
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Food Network
The Food Network Ministry at Word of Life has two branches - Good Samaritans and Hospitality. The Good Samaritans prepare a meal for active church members in the event of  the death of an immediate family member (immediate is defined as the spouse, parent, or child of an active member). The meal is usually prepared to serve the family at the home of the church member following the funeral.
The Hospitality Ministry is called on for special events or guest ministry events here at the church. Volunteers help with event set-up, food preparation, serving, and clean-up. If you would like to be part of either of these ministries, your help is welcomed. Please complete a volunteer form at the Information Center and someone will contact you.
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Housekeeping Volunteers Needed
Do you have an afternoon or a couple of hours a week that you would be willing to sow into helping with Housekeeping here at the church? We have immediate openings for cheerful, joyous volunteers who are willing to help in this “behind the scenes” area of ministry. Requirements? A willing heart, a great attitude, and faith that God will reward your work and labor of love. Sign up at the Information Center.
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Church Calendar
 Don’t forget that you can view the Church Calendar here. This can prove to be helpful when planning social events that will involve multiple church members. A quick look at the church calendar will help avoid conflicts with multiple events scheduled for the same day.
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Change of Address, Phone, Email
 If you have recently made a change to your address, home/work/cell phone number, or email address, please inform the church office via Email. It is also necessary to put the correct information on your offering envelopes, which are sent to our accounting firm. The accounting firm must have your correct information in order to issue your 1097 Contribution Form at the end of the year.
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