Sunday August 15, 2021

Order of Service

10:45 AM

6:00 PM

10:45 AM

Hymns:

Isn’t the Love of Jesus 

Something Wonderful! (217)

God Leads Us Along (329)

Special Music:

Fran Jones

Message By:

Dr. Norris E. Belcher, Jr.


6:00 PM

Hymns:

What If It Were Today? (567)

Take the Name of Jesus With You (429)

Special Music:

Paul & Karen Albaugh

Message By:

Dr. Norris E. Belcher, Jr.


Announcements

SYMPATHY: to Sam and Kellie Muller and family at the passing of her uncle, Dennis Kirk, on Thursday, August 12. Arrangements are pending.

CONGRATULATIONS: to Mike and Trish Brunner at the marriage of their daughter, Allison Brunner, to Logan Yingling on Saturday, August 7.

SOUL-WINNERS CLUB: the next Virtual Soul-Winners Club Training Session begins on Tuesday, August 24. These are Zoom sessions and those interested may sign-up online.

NURSERY WORKERS: are needed for the Sunday Evening and Wednesday Evening services. Please contact Anne-Marie Albaugh at 443-375-2078 or amagoingforth@gmail.com if you can help, and fill out a Contact Card and a Safe & Secure form at the welcome desk. Thank you all!


From My Heart

     Just when you think it couldn’t get any worse, the liberal American Marxists just take things a step further down the road to the destruction of our nation.  The newest thing they are trying to do is make it illegal to list the gender of a newborn baby on that child’s birth certificate.  The American Medical Association (AMA) said in their explanation, “Requiring it can lead to discrimination and unnecessary burden on individuals whose current gender identity does not align with their designation at birth, namely when they register for school or sports, adopt, get married, or request personal records.”   

     If I read the article correctly, a birth certificate would no longer be issued through the State where the child was born, but the Federal Government would take over the matter and issue birth certificates.  If you could, please call the AMA, at their automated answer center at (312)464-4782, and tell them you do not want this information left off a newborn’s birth certificate and that you are opposed to a federal takeover of the distribution of birth certificates.   

     New York’s Governor, Andrew Cuomo, has been under great pressure from the people of New York for several issues.  It was discovered that instead of using the Covid facilities provided to him by the Trump Administration, he ordered Covid patients placed in nursing home facilities, which resulted in thousands of deaths in these homes.  His administration tried to cover it all up, but someone blew the whistle and an investigation has shown it to be true!   

     A second issue which is causing him problems is the matter of 11 women coming forward and accusing the Governor of sexual harassment.  For a few weeks now, he has denied the allegations and has refused to step aside.  He announced on last Tuesday that he will resign in two weeks!  I suppose he turned in his two-week notice!  It remains to be seen if he will resign, or simply hopes that in two weeks the short attention span of the American people will forget his issues!   

     This is further evidence that we have a two-tiered justice system in America.  There is one set of laws for the “commoners” and one set of laws for the “elite.”  If there were 11 women throwing accusations against a Conservative Governor, the media and the rest of the Marxists Left would be screaming and demanding justice!  How many times did we hear, “You have to believe the women” during the Kavanaugh hearings? Obama can have 400 guests at his 60th birthday party, none wearing masks, and many smoking marijuana openly, and that is perfectly fine.  But, if Trump did the same thing, the media would crucify him!  As the little slogan says, “Rules for thee, but not for me!”   

     Please pray for America!  Have a great day! 

Pastor Norris


Hospitalizations

None At This Time


Upcoming Events

Sunday School

Date
Nov 24
Time
9:45 AM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
We have Sunday School for all ages and interests. Classes begin at 9:45 a.m. If you have questions, please stop by the Welcome Center or call the Church office at 410-876-3838, ext. 303.

Sunday Worship

Date
Nov 24
Time
10:45 AM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
We have two Sunday Worship Services - one at 10:45 a.m. and one at 6:00 p.m. The "message" is different for each service, and all are invited. Stop by the Welcome Center if you have questions or need assistance or call the Church office at 410) 876-3838, ext. 303.

Communion

Date
Nov 24
Time
6:00 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary

Sunday Worship

Date
Nov 24
Time
6:00 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
We have two Sunday Worship Services - one at 10:45 a.m. and one at 6:00 p.m. The "message" is different for each service, and all are invited. Stop by the Welcome Center if you have questions or need assistance or call the Church office at 410) 876-3838, ext. 303.

Royal Blue Class - Senior Adult Visitation & Soul Winning

Date
Nov 25
Time
10:00 AM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
Join the Royal Blue Class members as we visit shut-ins and encourage those who are hurting!

Divorce Care

Date
Nov 26
Time
6:30 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
Divorce Care is a 13-week Bible-based video/discussion series to help those who are navigating separation or divorce.

Grief Share - 13-Week Seminar

Date
Nov 26
Time
6:30 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
Join us as we navigate the challenges of overcoming loss - whether it is the loss of a job or relationship or a loved one.

GriefShare for Children/Teens

Date
Nov 26
Time
6:30 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary

Spanish Ministry Activities

Date
Nov 27
Time
5:30 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
The Spanish Ministry at Church of the Open Door hosts activities throughout the year. All are invited!

Master Clubs

Date
Nov 27
Time
7:00 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
Children 4yrs thru Grade 6th are invited to take part in Master Clubs, which meets on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. during the regular school year. During the summer months another program, Dynamite Club, happens at the same time.

Spanish Ministry Activities

Date
Nov 27
Time
7:00 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
The Spanish Ministry at Church of the Open Door hosts activities throughout the year. All are invited!

Teen Impact

Date
Nov 27
Time
7:00 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
Teens - 7th grade thru 12 grade are invited to take part in Teen Impact, which takes place every Wednesday at 7:00 p.m., in Baker Auditorium. All are welcome for a great time of worship and Bible study.

Wednesday Bible Study

Date
Nov 27
Time
7:00 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
Church of the Open Door offers Bible Study for all ages.

Office Closures

Date
Nov 28
Time
12:00 AM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
Offices are closed for holidays; however, the Church's main voice mail is answered regularly. If you need to speak to someone urgently outside of normal office hours, please call (410) 876-3838 and leave a voice mail.

Office Closures

Date
Nov 29
Time
12:00 AM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
Offices are closed for holidays; however, the Church's main voice mail is answered regularly. If you need to speak to someone urgently outside of normal office hours, please call (410) 876-3838 and leave a voice mail.