November 20, 2022

REJOICE

We rejoice with the angels over the birth of a brother and sister. Doug Turbyfill, a resident of His Way, put the Lord on in baptism Sunday, November 13^th. Avery Lewis, daughter of Daniel and Stephanie, was baptized Monday, November 14^th. Please welcome and encourage them.

PRAYER REQUESTS

•  Please keep Lora Porter’s 96 years old mother, NoraBelle Reed, in your prayers as she is recovering from surgery. Cards/notes of encouragement may be sent to her at 2676 West Evans Drive, Terre Haute, IN 47802.

•  Rachael Sherrill: “Please keep Eva Mitchell, wife of Jeremy, in your prayers. She is dealing with some major complications during her pregnancy. The doctors have scheduled to deliver her baby girl, Mia Grace, 6 weeks early on December 22^nd. Please pray for God to provide healing and to keep her and Mia Grace safe and healthy throughout the pregnancy and delivery.”

•  Mothers-In-Waiting: Marjie Nance (1/2/23), Kat Nambo (2/2023, and Allison Ledford (6/2023).

•  Our Shut-ins: Amelia Biser, Randall Biser, Jamie Cole, Fritz Nelson, and 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 Bill Neiland Family in the passing of Teri’s 100 years old grandmother, Edna Riley Taormina, Tuesday, November 15^th. Her funeral was Saturday, November 19^th, at Valhalla Funeral Home.

Our sympathy is also extended to The Doran Family in the passing of Karen’s brother-in-law, Walt Sinquefield, Thursday, November 17^th. Cards may be sent to Karen’s sister/Walt’s wife, Jeanine Sinquefield, 103 Demetra Drive, Huntsville, AL 35811.

THANK YOU

Sonrisers,

Thank you so very much for all the cards, prayers, and love shown by you. So much love and prayers have been received and appreciated. Thank you and please continue in prayer.    

JoAnn Rice and Children

Thank you for your sweet, loving notes of comfort and encouragement. (Janice, the pumpkin bread was delicious.)                                                          

Mike and Kathleen Lowery

Thank you for the lovely peace lily sent to my dad’s visitation.  We all appreciate your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Love,

Teri, Bill, Callie, Clay and Megan

CONGRATULATIONS

Our congratulations to Greg and Trisha Bragg, who are the proud grandparents of a boy. McMillan Vogel Bragg Kerr was born Wednesday, November 16^th, weighing 6 pounds 13 ounces. Parents are Dutch and Libby Kerr of Rhode Island.

THANKSGIVING DEVOTIONAL

Our Thanksgiving Devotional will be this Wednesday (November 23^rd) at 7:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center.

ADULT SUNDAY MORNING CLASS

Fall Term: September 11 through November 27

1.   Redemption and New Creation (Family Life Center)

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

ASSEMBLY LESSON SERIES: “THE SPIRITUAL REALMS”

BEGINNING NOVEMBER 13^TH

This series follows an exploration of God and His character by acknowledging our enemy and his hold in our lives and this world. The set is staged by introducing the idea of spiritual beings and reinforcing the spiritual vision that we must develop in order to accept God’s victory and resist our enemy. The Satan is established as the head of this rebellion, but his limitations and defeat are made apparent through Scriptures and the victory of our Lord, Jesus Christ. It is God who conquers the enemy, not humans, but he has given us abundant wisdom on how to address temptation, persecution, and injustice in our daily walks.

Theme Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13

Week	Date	Topic	Speaker
2	Nov 20	The Enemy and His Rule	Rondell Crittenden
3	Nov 27	God’s Authority and Victory Over the Spiritual Realm	Allen Wright
4	Dec 4	Our Response to Temptation	James Ryans
5	Dec 11	Our Response to Persecution	Ed Ditto
6	Dec 18	Our Response to Other’s Sins	Jim Norville

PRAISE AND HARMONY WORKSHOP

There will be no singing class this Wednesday, November 23^rd.

The following Wednesday, November 30^th, in the Old Auditorium from 5:45 – 7:00 p.m. we will be learning the following songs:

Title                                                    Category

“Jesus Messiah”                                Exalted God

“Living Hope”                                     Resurrecting God

SERVANT NEEDED

The Central Audio/Video Team is looking for an additional person to join our team. Our activities include supplying all audio and video support for all requested Central activities except for operation of the streaming system and production of videos. That includes setting up, operation, and breakdown of A/V equipment and computers. One can expect to perform audio mixing in the gym, old auditorium, and other sites as required as well as operating computers and using presentation software in support of Central services, classes, and other events. Qualifications? A willing heart, a willingness to learn, and being consistent and dependable on availability. Pay? Treasures in heaven! If you are interested, please contact any of the following: Nathan Brown, Ed Ditto, Daniel Goad, Nathanael Wade, or Bryce Kuykendall.

WEDNESDAY ADULT CLASSES (7:00 PM)

Fall Term: September 7 through November 30

(Thanksgiving Devo on Nov 23)

1.   1 & 2 Samuel (Family Life Center and Online; Teachers: Robert Wade and others) In-person or Zoom.

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86363371603?pwd=cjM1bmFxZ0kyTU5SR1VQUlN2QlpOZz09

2.   Romans, Part 1 (Women Only; Library and Online; Facilitator: Melinda Goad) In-person or Zoom.

Zoom link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86546256824?pwd=ZndPSUdCUm02ZVJ1THdZVG5KWEk2QT09

MEN TO SERVE – NOVEMBER

Chair Set-Up – Joel Moore’s Team

Counting – Matthew McCauley’s Team

Ushering – Yocus Jones’ Team

ACTIVITIES

Nov	20	Teen Time (Teen House – 5:30-7:00 pm)
	23	Thanksgiving Devotional (7:00 pm)
	24-25	Office Closed for Thanksgiving Holidays
	27	Teen Time (Teen House – 5:30-7:00 pm)
	30	Singing Group (6:00-7:00 pm – old auditorium)
Dec	2	College Holiday Party (6:30 pm)
	4	Teen Time (Teen House – 5:30-7:00 pm)
	7	Singing Group (6:00-7:00 pm – old auditorium)
	8	Sonrisers’ Christmas Meal (10:00 am)
	10	Senior High Xmas Party (5:00 p.m.)
	11	Teen Cookie Day (noon)
		Elementary Holiday Party (5:00 pm)
	14	Singing Group (6:00-7:00 pm – old auditorium)
	23-1/2	Church Office Closed