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March 14, 2021
We rejoice
with the angels over the birth of a new brother. Nic Barham, a resident at His Way, was baptized Sunday,
March 7th. Please welcome and encourage him.
Osvaldo Azucena
(a brother in El Salvador): “I suffered a mishap the last Monday morning. I
went for a run early in the morning with my wife, Lucy, and tripped. The fall
was very bad. Large scrapes and fissured on right wrist – three to four weeks
in a splint. Thank you for your prayers for my speedy recovery. God is good.”
Ayesha
Bhatnagar: “Dear brothers and sisters in the Huntsville church,
thank you for your prayers and calls regarding the health of me. I am going
through the stages of grief and I am weak in this struggle because I am so
attached to the things of this world. My treatment option of aggressive
chemotherapy will impact my life in many ways. The Lord's mercies have been
steady. The Lord is teaching me something, but I don't
yet know what lesson that is. Old fears, vicariously lived through my Mom's
struggle with cancer, have resurfaced. She was my age-36,
when she was first diagnosed. Please pray that I handle cancer in a way
that glorifies my LORD. Pray my faith to fail me not; and when my fears are
pressing overwhelmingly, to trust God’s enduring love.” (Cards may be sent to Ayesha
Bhatnagar, 14141 E Jewell Ave, Apt 103, Aurora, CO 80012.)
Charlie and Barbara Hopkins: “Charlie
is being released from the hospital today (Friday, March 12). He is feeling
much better, but problem not solved. He will be looking into an alternate
solution. Thanks to everyone for their concern and prayers.”
Shirley O’Hanian
will have a medical procedure on her broken nose Wednesday, March 17th,
in day surgery. Pray the procedure is successful and pain free.
Reynolds: “Regina Ralston had a biopsy on a sore she has had on her foot. It is melanoma. Prayers
for peace for her and Russell during this would be appreciated.”
Our
Shut-ins: Bobbye Ashley, Amelia Biser,
Deborah Brown, Jamie Cole, Claudia Ford, Joan Hacker, Charlie Hopkins, Rachel
Johnson, Shirley O’Hanian, Dean Oden, Johnny Powell, Lee Strickland, and Bill
& Sherill Townsley.
Mothers-In-Waiting:
Caroline Lowery (3/16), Heidi Haviland (5/5) and Anna Mosley (5/17).
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 Amorita Jones (former member) in the passing
of her mother, Waverly Jones, Monday
morning, March 8th. Cards may be sent to her at 124 Carnegie Loop, Meridianville, AL 35759.
THANK YOU
Dear
Central Brothers, Sisters,
You
have been such a blessing during these past 2 months as we recover. Thank
you for all that you have done for us but especially your prayers. The
fruit basket was wonderful — fruit was the one food item that we ate throughout
our journey. I (Jimi) especially enjoyed the chocolate! All the
snacks were wonderful and appreciated. We are so thankful that we are now able
to be mobile and hope to see many of you soon. Love,
Tim & Jimi Johnson
CENTRAL
ADULT WEDNESDAY NIGHT
IN-PERSON AND ONLINE CLASSES
Spring
Term – March 17 through June 2 – 7 pm
1. The Gospel According to Mark — In-Person
(Mask Optional) and Zoom Option
Each gospel account is a character
sketch of Jesus. In Matthew we see him as King; in Luke, his humanity is
emphasized as Son of Man. In John, we see him as Son of God. Mark, the shortest
of the four gospels, shows Jesus in action and this action shown is the nature
of a servant. “The Son of Man did not also come to be served but to serve and
give his life a ransom for many” (10:45). Throughout Mark's account we see
Jesus going from place to place, immediately responding to situations, just as
one would expect a servant to respond. Mark is the shortest of all the gospels
and can be easily read in one sitting. Our class will attempt to lift up Jesus as servant and discuss how we can follow his
example and do the same.
The gymnatorium will be available
for those who want to participate in person. Masks will be optional, and chairs
will be configured to support as much physical distancing as desired. Class
participation will be moderated to promote interaction both from the floor and
from those who choose to participate online via Zoom. Teacher: Allen Wright
Zoom link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88120774173?pwd=ZC9uakhBdHV4WE02VFdydTJRNnNIUT09
2. Let Your Hearts Not Be Troubled (Women Only,
Zoom Only)
2020 troubled the world with fear,
confusion, and mistrust as pestilence, civil unrest, and disrespect engulfed
our communities. Fortunately, Christianity is a faith of hope and of certainty; of blessings independent of external
circumstances. Join us this quarter as Jesus and Paul remind us that,
regardless of the turmoil in our society, we can know that we are loved,
protected, and blessed, and that we have the strength to love, protect, and
bless others.
Wednesday evenings this Spring,
the Ladies’ Bible class will study selected New Testament scriptures in detail
using a variety of proven Bible study methods. The class will meet over Zoom
and the majority of the class time will be dedicated
to discussing what we’ve learned, so participants should be prepared to share
their insights and discoveries. If you have any questions, contact Melinda Goad
or Tina Palmer. If you’d like to participate, send an
email to Pat Canterbury <pat(-at-)centralfamily.org>
asking her to add you to the email list that will include the Zoom link and
class handouts.
Zoom link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81356466276?pwd=UTZ4T09pYWV5VHV0WFNmbUk5dSs1Zz09
PLEASE HELP
There is a black trash
can under the back stairwell for you to place your clean, empty aluminum cans.
These are collected by a gentleman, who will recycle them and give the money to
Childhaven.
TEEN NEWS
Friday,
March 19 – Sunday, March 21 will be the teens’ Spring Retreat at Camp-To-Know-Him.
Cost: $70, but do not hinder from coming because of the money if you want to
come. The group will leave from Central on Friday at 6:00 p.m. (Eat supper
before coming.) And return around noon on Sunday, March 21st. Let Rodney know if you are planning on attending.
Jack and
Jill Walk-Thru Shower
In honor of
Kathryn Ashburn & David Walker
SUNDAY,
MARCH 14, 2021
FROM
2-3:30 PM
Central
Church of Christ
407
Clintons Avenue East
Huntsville,
AL 35801
Kathryn
and David are registered at Anthropologie,
Bed
Bath and Beyond, and Target
Please Note: We follow
COVID protocol – masks are required.
Oh, the places
Baby Mosley will go!
Please join us for a boy shower to honor
Anna and Jared
Mosley
Sunday, March 28th, 2:00 – 3:30 (come and go)
407 Clinton Ave. East, Huntsville, AL
All are invited! Masks required.
Registered at Amazon and Target
Our
brother, Lee
Strickland, has been diagnosed with cancer. Specifics are still awaiting further
tests. His daughter, Christy, is caring for him and needs our help in the
following ways:
·
Men to stay through the night with Lee. If you can help, please call/text Steve Lowery at 256-797-4923.
·
Meals to help feed her family while she
cares for Lee. If you can help, please call/text Melinda Goad at 256-426-1418.
At this time, please do not call Lee on his cell phone. He would enjoy short visits, but
please call or text Christy first at 256-509-7389 to make sure it is a good
time to visit.
Cards
are appreciated and above all prayers for Lee and his family.
UPCOMING SHOWERS
We
follow COVID Protocols – Masks are required.
TODAY – Kathyrn Ashburn & David Walker (Wedding)
March 28
– Jared & Anna Mosley (Baby Boy)
April 25
– Michael Nance & Marjie Jarvis (Wedding)
May 16 –
MaryBeth Burns & Ryan Cox (Wedding)
May 23 – Jasmine Binford & Abe Dysmas
(Wedding)
October
17 – Jasmine Franklin & Mario Perez (Wedding)
BENEVOLENCE SUPPER
On Sunday, March 21st,
at 5:30 pm, Central is hosting a congregational supper with a focus on sacrificial
love and benevolence.
This will be a celebration of our
time together in the letter of James over the last six weeks, as well as
another opportunity to practice obedience to biblical teaching. James begins
his letter by encouraging his readers to “not just be hearers of the word, but
doers” (1:22) and he concludes his letter with a warning to the rich,
specifically to those who selfishly value money over people. As a family of God
serving in the city of Huntsville, we value the financial blessings we’ve received, and we strive to use our resources to help
others in need.
For our meal, we’ll
have soup, crackers, and water. The simplicity of the meal as well as its lower
cost is intentional. Our goal is to partake in a sacrificial meal and to
give what we would normally spend on a Sunday night dinner to our benevolence
fund. May the Lord use this meal and the Central Family to bless those in need!
MEN TO SERVE – MARCH
Chair
Set-Up – Joel Moore’s Team
Counting
– Alan Moore’s Team
Ushering
– Yocus Jones’ Team
ATTENDANCE
March 7: Class – 228 Assembly
– 191 Streaming
Est – 144
CONTRIBUTION
Sunday, 3/7 – $32,047 Budget – $19,492 Over – $12,555
YTD – $184,419 YTD
Budget – $194,920 Short
– $19,501