February 13, 2022

REJOICE

We rejoice with the angels over the birth of a new brother. Cristian Féria, a resident at His Way, was baptized Wednesday, February 9^th. Please welcome and encourage him.

WELCOME

Will Pennington met with some of the elders stating that he wishes to work and fellowship with us at Central. Please get to know him and welcome him to Central.

PRAYER REQUESTS

•  Canterburys: “A prayer of thanks to God. Jon’s cousin, Melissa Bryson, was admitted to Encompass Rehabilitation Monday, February 7^th, after spending 6 weeks in the hospital. Please continue to pray for her complete recovery. Also, the newborn granddaughter, Maggie Bradley, was able to go home Monday evening (February 7^th) after her mother was trained on all the equipment that is needed to take care of Maggie. Please pray as the family adjusts to all that is required.”

•  Please continue to keep The Ralston in your prayers as Regina is nearing the end of her earthly life. Cards may be sent to them at 868 Stinnett Ave., Madisonville, TN 37354.

•  Mothers-In-Waiting: Stephany Moore (3/5), Rachael Sherrill (4/11), Jessica Ogle (4/20), Sarah Phillips (5/5), Mishaella Ryans (7/7) and Breanna Baucum (7/13).

•  Our Shut-ins: Amelia Biser, Jamie Cole, Clyde Jones, Ted Moore, Mary Etta Neiland, and Bill & Sheril Townsley

•  Our Missionaries: Denisovs & Rahimovs (Tomsk, Russia), Kishore Etwaroo Family (Port Kaituma, Guyana), Carlos & Linda Eguizabal (Juayua & Salcoatitan, El Salvador) & YOU (Huntsville Area)

SYMPATHY

Our sympathy is extended to William and Janice Greenleaf in the passing of Janice’s brother-in-law, Lawrence Spradley, Monday (February 7^th). His funeral was yesterday (Saturday, February 12^th). Janice requested: “Please continue prayers for my sister and her son and daughter.” Cards may be sent to Janice’s sister, Betty Spradley, 7809 Double Tree Dr, Huntsville, AL, 35802-3905.

CONGRATULATIONS

Our congratulations to Randall and Amelia Biser, who are the proud grandparents of a boy. Issac Ransom Biser (son of Russ and Marisol) was born February 2^nd, weighing 9 pounds 7 ounces.

FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE MEAL SIGN-UP

The sign-up list for those willing to prepare a meal for the college is posted in the kitchen. If you need more information, please contact Daniel Alavi.

YOU ARE INVITED

Couples Shower

Honoring

Libby Newman and Jacob Jackson

February 20, 2022

2:00 – 3:30 p.m.

Central Church of Christ

407 Clinton Avenue, East

Huntsville, Alabama 35801

Registered at Amazon and Target.

LADIES, YOU ARE INVITED!

Please join us for a Baby Shower

Sunday, February 27, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.

Honoring

Sarah Phillips

Registered at Babylist.

NEW SERIES BEGINS SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 13^TH

Our new series on The Here and Hereafter begins TODAY. We will have several different speakers over the next few weeks presenting the lessons for it. We encourage you to come and be a part of this important study.

CONGRATULATIONS

Our congratulations to Richard and Sandra Brown, who celebrated their 66^th anniversary Friday, February 11^th.  Thank you for your example to all of us.

2022 SIGN UP FOR COMMUNION PREPARATION

The communion preparation list for signing up for a month in 2022 is posted in the kitchen. This is one of those behind-the-scenes acts-of-service that is appreciated by everyone. Questions – contact Jim Phillips 256-417-8202.

TUESDAY MORNING LADIES’ BIBLE CLASS

Tuesday AM Women's Bible Class has begun again! Our study this quarter is Human AND Holy. 10:00-10:15 Fellowship and prayer requests, 10:15-11:15/30 study. We plan on meeting in the auditorium next week.  (There is a ramp toward the auditorium front, accessible off the main hallway.) **Please enter the building through the front, Clinton Street door.**

SUNDAY ADULT CLASS OPTIONS – WINTER TERM 2022

January 2 through February 27

1.   The Story of Redemption (Gymnasium; Coordinator: Loren Wisehart)

This series presents the biblical account of the human problem, salvation, and a new life in Jesus Christ. Beginning with creation, the class follows the “big picture” storyline of the Bible as it finds meaning and completion in Jesus.

Each week, participants are invited to arrive early for fellowship. Upon entering the gymnasium, participants will be assisted in finding a small group. After a call to order and welcome, all groups will watch a 5–10-minute video. Once the video is done, groups will read a Bible passage related to the video, discuss questions, and pray for one another. Groups will wrap up at 9:45 a.m. in order to move chairs into place for the large assembly which begins at 10:15 am. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83086751743?pwd=RjNTYVR3QXNUUDRXYUxtN25VRmM0QT09

The topic and text for Sunday, February 13^th, the topic and text will be Jesus Calms the Storm (Matthew 8:23-27).

Sunday, February 20^th, the topic and text will be A Ransom for Many (Matthew 22:20-28).

2.   Women’s Ministry (Library; Coordinators: Sue Underwood and Kim Story)

This class provides Bible-based content in a LIFE Talk setting and is set up to minister to women who are the head of their household and women whose husbands are not Christians. Women of all ages and situations are welcome who wish to participate in this ministry. The class is generally organized to alternate between Old Testament and New Testament books, topics, and ideas. However, prayer and sharing are also integral parts of the class. As participants begin to apply the teaching to their own lives, they are invited to openly

share burdens with one another. This is so that others who have walked that path previously can share their own experience and wisdom in how to face that situation faithfully. While two ladies provide the principal oversight for the class, a number of ladies from within the class will be encouraged to lead individual sessions, usually a week or two at a time.

WEDNESDAY ADULT CLASS OPTIONS – WINTER 2022

January 5 through March 2

1.   Generational Discipleship (Room 200; Leader: Daniel Alavi)

The Church in the West is facing a steep decline, yet the Body of Christ worldwide is thriving like never before. The center of Christianity is slowly moving towards the Global South, into areas and people groups where the church has virtually no major denominational leanings, no governmental recognition or legitimacy, no bank accounts, no 501c3s, no Bible Schools or seminaries, and no assets, properties, or buildings. In spite of this, hundreds of churches are being planted, thousands of disciples are being made, and millions are being baptized into the name of Jesus!

2.   God’s Promises Fulfilled in the Gospel According to Matthew (FLC; Leader: Loren Wisehart)

In the Old Testament, God made some amazing promises to people like Abraham, Israel, and David. These promises established how God related with His people for centuries. In the New Testament, one of the things that distinguishes Matthew’s biography of Jesus from other similar accounts is how from cover to cover, he demonstrates how Jesus fulfills these promises. In this short overview of the Gospel According to Matthew, we will examine how Jesus fulfills these promises and explore how they remain relevant for our lives today. This class can either be in-person or join in on Zoom. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86363371603?pwd=cjM1bmFxZ0kyTU5SR1VQUlN2QlpOZz09

ACTIVITIES

Feb	18-20	Senior High – Winterfest
	20	Couples Wedding Shower Honoring Libby Newman & Jacob Jackson (2:00-3:30 pm See invitation.)
	25	College – FNL (6:30 pm)
	27	Ladies Only – Baby Girl Shower Honoring Sarah Goad Phillips (2:00-3:30 pm See invitation)
Mar	4	College – FNL (6:30 pm)
	6	Jack ‘n Jill Wedding Shower Honoring William Ashburn & Emma Howell (2:00-3:30 pm)
	11	College – FNL (6:30 pm)

MEN TO SERVE – FEBRUARY

Chair Set-Up – Steve Lowery’s Team

Counting – Matthew McCauley’s Team

Ushering – Ronald Graham’s Team