December 22, 2021

WELCOME

Jameson Sarratt met with some of the elders and wants to work and fellowship with us at Central. Please welcome and encourage him.

PRAYERS REQUESTS

•  Darrell Brown: “I’m asking for prayers that much spiritual growth will take place in my life.”

•  Ben Clark: “Please pray for Lily, who is now sick. Thanks that the rest of us are feeling better now.”

•  Lisa Cooper: “1) Praise God for the answered prayers for my brother, Greg. He is physically much better. Thank you all. 2) Please pray for my sister, Lorie, who is having back surgery. The first of a 2-part operation will be early a.m. of 12/28. The second part will be on 12/30. Thank you very much.”

•  Ed and Sharon Ditto: “Pray that God will give Jim and Tracy wisdom as they foster parent Rose.”

•  Arzell Flint: “Please pray for me that God continues to direct my path and to stay connected among the dwellers in Christ Jesus.”

•  Carol Kuhn: “Please continue to pray for Jamie as she heals. We are so grateful for her life and healing and for all the prayers, cards, gifts, and visits.”

•  Jamie Kuhn: “I am asking all the people who have prayed over me to lift up this world that many would come to know Jesus tonight. It’s just that I woke up this morning desperately wanting that, and I’ve asked the whole Living Christmas Tree choir to pray tonight as well. I’ve felt and seen the hand of God and He’s performed so many miracles on my behalf. I just know (and already knew) he could do the same for this world. He saved and healed me, and He can do the same. Thank you so so much❤️❤️❤️ I can’t tell you how much it meant to me – all the prayers. God saved me once again, this time physically. He has used this to overwhelm me with His love and heart towards me and I just wanna share it with as many people as possible and prayer has always been my favorite method with my patients. I am proof that all of y’all’s prayers are powerful and effective. Thank you all so so much!!” (Update on Jamie: Please continue to keep her in your prayers as she heals. Cards may be sent to her at her home: Since Jamie is now at her home, cards may be sent there. Her address is: 27601 Emma Drew Drive, Elkmont, AL 35620.)

•  Mike and Dawn Long: “My mom’s (Carolyn Mullins) back surgeries went well. Thank you for all your prayers. Please continue to pray for her recovery and therapy. We hope to have her home by Christmas.”

•  Michael and Marjie Nance: “Thanks be to God for the end of the School Semester and more importantly, for the opportunity to celebrate what God has done this season. Also, thanks be to God for the fact that Jamie Kuhn is home from the hospital and was able to watch the Living Christmas Tree Saturday night (December 18).”

•  Don and Janice Phillips: “Praise for release of missionaries in Haiti! Amen.”

•  Ryans Family: “Safe travels for all those doing so for the holidays.”

•  Please keep Sue Underwood in your prayers as she fell Sunday, December 19^th, and broke her arm.

•  Mothers-In-Waiting: Emilie Porter (1/6/2022), Stephany Moore (3/5/2022), and Rachael Sherrill (4/11/2022)

•  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 the Jeff Norville Family in the passing of Ashley’s father, Larry Terry, this morning (December 22^nd). No arrangements are made as of this writing. Cards may be sent to The Norville’s new address: 1401 County Road 162, Moulton, AL 35650.

ALL ARE INVITED

All are invited to join in celebrating

the upcoming birth of

Kyle and Stephany Moore’s baby girl!

Sunday, January 16

2:00-3:30 PM

Central Church of Christ

They are registered at Amazon and Target.

2022 Central Marriage Retreat

Join us at the Joe Wheeler State Park in 2022 and enjoy time connecting with other couples while strengthening your marriage.

Theme: We Are in This Together – Couple, Family, Church, God

Date/Location: Feb 11 – 12 at Joe Wheeler State Park Lodge

Speakers: Well Known Speakers

Registration: Begins early December; Ends mid-January.

Suggested donation: $100 per couple (Donations not required but appreciated.) Assistance by providing scholarship money will be appreciated.

All meals are on your own.

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.

SERVANTS ARE NEEDED

Need servants willing to do childcare on Sundays during assembly. Please contact Suzie Nance (Drnance(-at-)hiwaay.net or 256-653-2508) and let her know the dates you would be able to cover.

TORNADO DISASTER RESPONSE

This is a request for anyone who is willing and able to go be part of the tornado disaster response in Kentucky.  We will be volunteering with Churches of Christ Disaster Response Team. Here is their website: https://www.churchesofchristdrt.org/

Contact David Nance for more information (256-653-1802, please text your name first so he will recognize your number!)

When: December 30-January 2

Where: Mayfield, KY

Please keep the people affected by this devastating storm in your prayers. Pray also for the those who are going. May we be ambassadors for our Lord to those we are able to serve.

WEDNESDAY ADULT CLASS

DECEMBER MINI-TERM 2021 – FLC

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, we find that not only do Christians inherit some of these promises, but they provide hope that is an anchor for our souls (Hebrews 6:19). In this mini-series, we will examine some of these promises and explore how they remain relevant for our lives today. This class can either be in-person in the Family Life Center or join in on Zoom. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86363371603?pwd=cjM1bmFxZ0kyTU5SR1VQUlN2QlpOZz09

The Generational Discipleship class will pick back up on January 5. Other classes will also be provided as well. More details to come!

ADULT CLASS FOR SUNDAY, DECEMBER 26

Please note that there will be only one adult class for this coming Sunday morning, December 26, at 9:00 in the Family Life Center. Allen Wright will be teaching the lesson.

PLEASE SEND A CARD

Harry Ellett (one of our shut-ins) will celebrate his birthday TODAY. Please send him a card – 1320 Monte Sano Blvd, Huntsville, AL 35801.

CONGRATULATIONS

Our congratulations to Ed and Sharon Ditto, who will celebrate their 54^th anniversary Thursday, December 23^rd. Thank you for your example to us.

CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED

The Church Office will be closed Friday, December 24, till Monday, January 3, for the Holidays. As always, anyone of them may be reached on their cell phone. Hope you all have a very Happy Holiday!!!

MEN TO SERVE – DECEMBER

Chair Set-Up – Garrett Bell’s Team

Counting – Alan Moore’s Team

Ushering – Ryan Bell’s Team