January 27, 2016
CHURCH OF THE SERVANT Bi-Weekly NEWSLETTER
Issue: 16.2
15 Years of
Hannah’s Promise SEEKING A NEW GENERATION OF VOLUNTEERS TO SERVE
HANNAH’S PROMISE a ministry for families with children who have special needs
Now seeking a new generation of volunteers to serve.
How can one evening a month change the life of a family? Hannah’s Promise is in its 15th year of providing respite care for families that have children with special needs. The original idea of this church and community ministry was that families would have a safe place to leave their children one evening a month so that they might have valuable time of respite and refreshment for themselves and for their relationships. It is a ministry that is helping families in ways we can’t begin to imagine. For some parents this is the only evening they have to spend alone together a month. One mother shared she can only do laundry when her son is not around because the rhythm of the washing machine upsets him, so she goes home to do laundry. Another parent shared while her child is at Hannah’s Promise she takes a bath, the one time a month she gets to have some time to herself. The stories from families living life with the blessings and the challenges of a child with special needs are uniquely beautiful and painful. Hannah’s Promise has journeyed with over 50 families over the span of 15 years. On the second Saturday of each month, from 4:30 to 9:00 p.m., volunteers gather to offer an evening of games, crafts, playtime, and a Bible story to children and their siblings. Regardless of ability or disability or age, each child has his/her own volunteer for the entire four hours. Volunteers are needed for siblings as well as the children with special needs. This ministry is fulfilling for the volunteer as one gives of themselves for the evening, and is life-giving for the parents to have this support. Right now, we have a waiting list of families who would like to be a part of this beautiful ministry, but we lack volunteers. Would you consider making a one-year commitment to serve at Hannah’s Promise as a volunteer for a child once a month? The screening process is simple. Training is also provided, and there is special attention to matching the children to a volunteer. Not sure if this ministry is for you? Come Saturday evening, February 13 to an “Open House” for Hannah’s Promise and experience what an evening entails. Your visit gives you a chance to see how the ministry works and allows you to make an informed commitment. If you would like to come and visit please contact Lola Burgtorf at lburgtorf@churchoftheservant.com.
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Lenten Invitation Finding HOPE in the Bible
Lenten Scripture Reading Invitation The Season of Lent begins in just 15 days on Ash Wednesday, February 10. Many of you know that Lent is a season of 40 days, not counting Sundays, which begins on Ash Wednesday and ends on Holy Saturday. It’s a time of self-examination and reflection on our relationship with God. It can be a time of renewal in our lives. Would you like to be renewed by the Word of God? During the season of Lent, we want to challenge everyone in our church to commit to reading scripture for 40 days. The Bible is God’s word for our lives. It guides, shapes and renews our soul. You are invited to join others in reading scripture – either in a small group or by yourself – in preparation for the worship service the following Sunday. Each Sunday afternoon, beginning February 7, a guide for the reading, a short video, and questions for your small group, will be available by email and on our Website Servant Blog. Everything is provided for you! The idea is that groups that already exist might do this together or new groups might form during this season for this purpose. There will be a few groups set to meet at the church during the week for individuals that are not already connected in a smaller study group. You can sign up one of three ways: 1. On Sunday, attached to the bulletin, fill out the Connect Card with your information, check the box “I would like to sign-up for:” and write in Lenten Study; and then drop it in the offering basket. 2. Go by the table in the Concourse that has a big HOPE sign on the table and sign up there. 3. Email Dr. Robyn Goggs at rgoggs@churchoftheservant.com to sign up or request to be a part of a small group.
Finding Hope Lenten Luncheon Group to Meet on Wednesdays 12-1pm beginning February 17 Bring your lunch and your Bible and spend an hour reading and reflecting with a small group in the Community Hall throughout Lent. Each table will have a facilitator and will help lead the discussion on the passage for the Sunday following. If you can’t make this time on Wednesdays, there are several other opportunities which will be listed at the HOPE table in the Concourse this Sunday. Stop by the table to sign up for Wednesdays or to find a group to join.
The loss of a husband can be one of the most difficult times in a woman’s life.
Women
We have a community of women called the Kindred Community, which is a sisterhood of women who share and do life together! Do you need a community like this in your life? If so, we want to invite you to come to our next Kindred Community luncheon in the Community Hall on Saturday, February 20, at 11:30 a.m. You will enjoy a wonderful lunch and hear the compelling testimony of Taylor Barnett, a young woman touched by loss, love, and God’s calling on her life. She will warm your heart with her tender story and deep love for Jesus. You can sign up one of two ways: (1) Fill out the Connect Card this morning with your information and check the box “I would like to sign-up for:” write in Kindred Community Luncheon. Then drop it in the offering basket. (2) RSVP with Sherri Price at sherriprice@cox.net or 748-3111. Feel free to bring a friend! SERVANT January 27, 2016 I Page 3
Adult
Prime Time
Thursday, February 11, 10:30 a.m. Community Hall Our program for February will be: “John Adams – Historical Revue” (a presentation by R Clark Musser – Political Historian). Clark will be lecturing on the life of John Adam and his influence on our country in its infancy. John Adams was an American lawyer, author, statesman, and diplomat. He served as the second President of the United States, was a founding father, and a leader of American Independence from Great Britain. Our guest, R Clark Musser, holds a Juris Doctorate from OU, was past President and Director of Musser and Bunch PC law firm, former Adjunct Professor of Oil & Gas Law at OU, as well as former General Counsel Oklahoma Corporation Commission. He has many other distinctions too numerous to mention. Following the program we will enjoy fellowship and a meal of Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, corn, salad, bread and dessert. Enjoy the program and lunch for $10.00, or if you come only for the program, the cost is $2.00. Be sure to sign up at the Welcome Center, or call the church office, 7214141, no later 4:00 p.m. on Monday, February 8, to make your reservation. If you sign up, and then see you will be unable to attend, please call to cancel your reservation, as Prime Time must pay for all meals reserved.
Looking for Renewal... For Spiritual Growth? You have heard the verses: “And the Word became flesh...,” “For God so loved the world...,” “You who are without sin cast the first stone...,” “I am the resurrection and the life...,” “I am the way, and the truth, and the life.” But, do you understand the truth of those verses? Carve out 6-weeks this Lent and join many others in an Adam Hamilton study of the Gospel of John. The study is Tuesdays from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. beginning February 16. You can register on the Connect Card, in the Concourse, or at ChurchoftheServant.com/events. Led by John Farr.
Earthglow’s 40th Anniversary Celebration Draw a big circle around April 17, 2016 on your calendar! We will be celebrating Earthglow’s 40th Anniversary with a silent auction here at the church! Details to come. We are looking for items to be on our auction tables. If you have business services, a vacation spot, event tickets, memorabilia, etc... that you would be willing to donate, please contact Denise Lingo at 405-249-6389 or dlingo82@cox.net.
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VALENTINE’S DINNER AND DANCE
Music
Friday, February 12 Community Hall
Join us for our Valentine’s Dinner and Dance on February 12. This is a catered meal and music from Rob Holloway and friends. Only 100 tickets will be sold. Tickets on sale NOW. This is a fund raiser for the Youth Handbell Choir. Funds will go to support their musical mission trip to New Mexico. Thanks for your support!
GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE
March 25, 7:00 p.m. Celebration Center
A Service of Darkness with the stripping of the Altar. Featuring the Celebration Choir, Soprano Soloist Michelle Knight, and the Worship Orchestra, performing the beautiful “Requiem” by renowned British composer John Rutter.
Adult Calling All Guitar Players! Join us for a fun jam session the first Thursday of every month. Beginners are welcome. This will be a great time of music, fellowship and fun. We meet in the Bride’s room (by Chapel of the Cross), 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. The sessions are led by Don Cole, Dennis Gilstrap, and Sally Gilstrap. There will be mandolins, banjos, dulcimers, bass, fiddles, a keyboard and several guitars. Step out into the new year with that instrument that has just been collecting dust and join us for a fun evening. Music charts are provided and are projected onto a screen, so no need to bring music stands. Bring a friend with you!
13.2 Coffee Shop is looking for two different teams of two people to work one Monday night a month during the school year for the men’s Bible Study Fellowship, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. We have the 1st and the 4th Monday’s open! Please let Dana Israel know if you are interested, 918-914-0630. SERVANT January 27, 2016 I Page 5
Children PARENT’S NIGHT OUT: Children’s Ministries is sponsoring a Parent’s Night Out on February 5, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Drop off your kids (age 10 and under) and enjoy a night out. Cost is $10 for 1 child; $15 for 2, and $20 per family. This includes dinner and a fun night of activities for kids! Reservations are required by January 29 and can be made at www.churchoftheservant.com/events. There are limited spots, so registrations are taken on a first come, first serve basis. For more information, contact Jenny Kincaid, Nursery Coordinator, at jkincaid@churchoftheservant.com.
– Children’s Ministries – 1/13
WOW Winter/Spring Session Began
2/5
Parent’s Night Out
6/6-6/9 VBS Week
2/10
Ash Wednesday
7/15-7/17 Kidz Camp
3/20
Easter Celebration and Egg Hunt
7/31
Water Day
4/20
WOW Closing
9/14
WOW Fall Start-up
5/25
5th Grade Circle of Support Party
9/18
Acolyte Consecration
6/2-6/6 Disciple Camp (upcoming 6th graders)
9/25
Third Grade Bible Sunday
5/31
10/28 Fall Festival
VBS Decorating Week
The Kids Musical Project Calling all singers – Kindergarten – 5th grade (Fall 2015)! We are putting on a Palm Sunday show! We invite you to participate with us as we explore and learn more about Jesus’s Palm Sunday journey through the Spring Musical VIP. Rehearsals will take place on Sundays, right after church (pizza will be provided), 11:45 a.m. - 1:45 p.m., with a performance on Sunday afternoon, March 20 at 3:00 p.m. This worship opportunity is led by Paul Gebb & Brooke Gebb. To register, go to the link below: https://docs.google.com/a/churchoftheservant.com/forms/d/1IExTaGBOV5EM9JELJEwcird2PfMssHfFiKYJ9auJxcw/viewform Registration ends February 3, 2016. For more information or questions, contact pgebb@churchoftheservant.com.
Rehearsal Dates: February 7, 14, 21, 28, March 6, 20
Palm Sunday Children’s Musical: March 20 at 3:00 p.m.
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Our Life Together Our Prayers
Our Sympathy
u Bob and Cindy Bolton as Cindy’s mother, Joyce Robbins, deals with health issues.
u Steve, Becky and Peyton Disney and Kylie Harkins and Family at the death of Steve’s father, Jack Disney.
u Floyd and Pat Blair as their sister’s pastor, Arthur Blount, deals with health issues.
u Dan and Cathy Bush as Dan’s niece, Alison Murray, deals with health issues. u Don and Shelly Coleman as Shelly deals with health issues. u Tom and Carole Garner as Tom recuperates from surgery. u Leon and Debbie Gold as their friends, Joe and Judy Morgan, ask for our prayers as Judy is hospitalized at Mercy Health Center. u Randy, Stacey and Emily Hampton as Emily recuperates from surgery. u Steve and Lisa Hall as Steve recuperates from surgery. u Randy and Julie Likes as Randy recuperates from surgery. u Joe and Pam Lovell as their brother-in-law, Newell Jett, deals with health issues. u Janice Moore as Janice’s friend, Janice Goss, deals with health issues. u Bob and Barbara Neil as Bob deals with health issues. u Tom Oden as he deals with health issues. u Jack and Louise Pebworth as Louise deals with health issues. u Larry and Sara Rosa as they both deal with health issues. u Bob and Nancy Smith as Nancy recuperates from surgery. u Eric, Jeanna and Amelia Stewart as Jeanna deals with health issues. u Bill and Mary White as Mary’s parent’s, Clinton and Mabel Fuhrmann, both deal with health issues. u Charles and Sue Ann Williams as they both deal with health issues. u Waldo and Frances Zerger as Frances’ brother, Tommy Haney, deals with health issues.
u Doris Cline and Family at the death of Doris’ husband, Don Cline.
u Bill and Barbara Gideon and Family at the death of Bill’s nephew, Kenneth “Kenny” Gideon. u Dorothy Luke and Family at the death of Dorothy’s husband, Charles Ray “Charlie”
Celebrating
u Gary, Susie, and Katie Cobden at the birth of their great niece, Mallie Ranae Titsworth. The proud parents are Adrian and Denise Titsworth. The proud brother is Cory Titsworth.
CARE MINISTRIES
When a family is faced with an illness or crisis, it is sometimes difficult to remember to inform Care Ministries of that special situation. As a church family, all of us can help. If you know of a member who would benefit from our specialized care or our prayers through Care Ministries, call Care Ministries at 728-4738 or 312-4634.
Sundays in the Kitchen Full Breakfast - $6; Lunch - $9; Kid’s Plate - $3.50
u 1/31 – Meatloaf, Mashers, Veggies, Salad, Dessert. u 2/7 – Grilled Onion Burger, French Fries, Onion Rings, Dessert. A la carte menu also available. u 2/14 – Chicken Alfredo, Garlic Bread, Caesar and Garden Salad, Dessert. u 2/21 – Indian Taco Sale!! $7. Desserts are al a carte. u 2/28 – Chili Cheese Hotdogs, Chili Cheese Fries, Frito Chili Pie, and more!
Celebrating Memories u A contribution has been made to Church of the Servant Sr. Minister’s Discretionary Fund in memory of Elliott Fenton by Doreen Macmillan. u A contribution has been made to Church of the Servant Sr. Minister’s Discretionary Fund in memory of Elliott Fenton by Anne & Ted Dittman. u A contribution has been made to Church of the Servant Care Ministry in memory of Ester Fowble by George & Jo Hall. u A contribution has been made to Church of the Servant Servant Foundation in memory of Elliott Fenton by Carl Michael Smith. u A contribution has been made to Church of the Servant Servant Foundation in memory of Elliott Fenton by Carolyn & John Hays. u A contribution has been made to Church of the Servant Servant Foundation in memory of Elliott Fenton by Joyce Gaige. u A contribution has been made to Church of the Servant Sr. Minister’s Discretionary Fund in memory of Elliott Fenton by Sooner Claims Service. u A contribution has been made to Church of the Servant Hannah’s Promise in honor of Sandy Jensen by UMW, 1st United Methodist Church-Enid. u A contribution has been made to Church of the Servant Senior Minister’s Discretionary Fund in memory of Sandy Trudgeon by Phillip Truss Insurance Agency. u A contribution has been made to Church of the Servant Senior Minister’s Discretionary Fund in memory of Sandy Trudgeon by Paul and Colleen Bicket. u A contribution has been made to Church of the Servant Senior Minister’s Discretionary Fund in memery of Don Cline by Neil and Donna Scott. u A contribution has been made to Church of the Servant Music Ministries in memory of Don Cline by Jeff and Lynn Cantrell. u A contribution has been made to Church of the Servant Senior Minister’s Discretionary Fund in memory of Don Cline by Bill and Jody Humes. u A contribution has been made to Church of the Servant Senior Minister’s Discretionary Fund in memory of Don Cline by Donna and Johnny Powell. SERVANT January 27, 2016 I Page 7
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