Welcome! We’re Glad You’re Here January 1, 2012 If you are visiting with us today, we hope you will feel the warmth and welcome our people extend to you. Pastor Asst. Pastor Bob Parry Ken Emerson Music Pianist Organ Kyle Key Reba Archer Kathy Smith A nursery is provided each service for your convenience Please turn off all cell phones. Thank you! Scripture Reading – Matthew 5:3 - 11 Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Blessed are the gentle, for they shall inherit the earth. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied. Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God. Blessed are those who have been persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when people insult you and persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. If you desire further information about this morning’s sermon or would like to know how to have a relationship with Jesus Christ, please feel free to visit with a pastor or elder after the service or make a note on the front of this attendance tab and place it in this morning’s offering Welcome and Announcements Hymn 12 Praise Him! Praise Him! Prayer Hymn 437 Send the Light Hymn 636 I Must Tell Jesus Message Ken Emerson Psalm 1 I Am Thine, O Lord Communion Hymn 521 On Wednesday, January 4, at 10:00 a.m., we will take down all the Christmas decorations pack them away until next Christmas. We would love for you to come and help! AWANA Meeting Offering Hymn 552 Weekly Schedule Christmas Clean-Up A New Name in Glory The AWANA workers are scheduled to have a brief meeting directly after church on Sunday, January 8. As we prepare for the New Year, let’s remember to offer thanks to God for the opportunity to reach His children with the truth of His Word. Sunday Sunday School Worship Service Children’s Church 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Christmas Clean-up 10:00 a.m. House to House Sign-ups House to House sign-ups will be available on Sunday, January 8. These small groups will meet three times over the course of the spring for a potluck meal and a chance to fellowship. The first House to House meeting will be on Sunday, January 22. Saturday Prayer Meeting 8:00 a.m. Benediction Prayer Needs Nancy Higgins, mother of Jeff Higgins Austin White Dora Waters, grandmother of Samanta Ramos Mike Scherm, father of Chris Scherm Jeremy Timmerman, son of Linda Farmer This month’s prayer list is available in the foyer Wednesday Night Ministries Wednesday night Bible studies will resume on Wednesday, January 11, at 6:30 p.m. There is something available for all ages…AWANA, Youth Group, and Adult Bible Study! Upcoming Activities Prayer Meeting Bible Studies Begin Youth Film Festival House to House Men’s Retreat January 7 January 11 January 15, 16 January 22 January 28, 29 Every Sunday, the Adult Sunday School in the auditorium and the Worship Service are recorded. If you desire to have a copy of the messages, tapes and CDs are available at no charge in the tape room across from the library.