Sunday September 19, 2021

Order of Service

10:45 AM

6:00 PM

Hymns:

My Sins Are Gone

(157)

For God So Loved the World (100)

Special Music:

Fran Jones

Message By:

Dr. Norris E. Belcher, Jr.


Hymns:

The Banner of the Cross

(430)

Pentecostal Power

(183)

Special Music:

Kellie Muller

Message By:

Dr. Norris E. Belcher, Jr.


Announcements

SYMPATHY:  to Deanna Furman and family at the passing of her husband, Henry Furman, on Thursday, September 9. The funeral was held on Thursday, September 16 in Salisbury, Maryland.

CONGRATULATIONS:  to Judy Hannah at the birth of her great-granddaughter, Sophia Beatrice Paskewitz, on Monday, August 30, weighing 6lbs, 9 oz. The parents are Beatrice and Michael Paskewitz.

PIE FELLOWSHIP:  After the evening service next Sunday, September 26, we will enjoy a pie fellowship. Each family please bring a pie to share and leave it in the kitchen before the service for the King’s Messenger/College & Career Class to slice and serve.

PRAYING FOR OUR MILITARY:  We would like to update our list of Military people that we put in our Wednesday prayer bulletin. If you have a family member or friend who is serving in the military and would like us to pray for them, please complete a form at the Welcome Desk.

SUNDAY FUN DAY:  Volunteers are needed for this outreach on October 3. Please sign up at the Welcome Desk.

DONATIONS:  If you have any “gently-used” stuffed animals that you would like to donate for the Sunday Fun Day event, please drop them off at the Welcome Desk.


From My Heart

          Evil people have used the Coronavirus pandemic to change our nation. The overreach of our governments (county, State, and Federal) has taken freedoms from us we will probably never get back again. We were all thinking things would “get back to normal” once a vaccine was developed, or once the virus had run its course. But, far too many politicians, who have become incredibly powerful during the pandemic, will not relinquish the power they have taken for themselves.

     These evil-hearted politicians are using current events to fulfil Obama and the Left’s promise to “fundamentally transform America.” And they are now doing that without the consent of the governed (us, “We The People”). Our nation has been hijacked by radical socialists with a Marxist ideology, and they are ruining our country.

     America is getting weaker and weaker every day! Weaker economically, militarily, financially, and weaker in the eyes of our allies! In just about every area our nation is getting weaker! And make no mistake, the Devil, Lucifer, Satan is the one weakening our great country! Weakening nations is what he does! It is a huge part of his nature and character to take that which is strong and bring it down to destruction.

     In Isaiah 14:12, we read, “How art thou fallen from heaven, O Lucifer, son of the morning! How art thou cut down to the ground, which didst weaken the nations!” The true Conservative position has always been to have a strong Christian America. Ronald Reagan ran on the platform of America being strong and termed the phrase, “peace through strength.” Donald Trump had the same philosophy, and the nations of the world were afraid to go against American policies for fear he would destroy them if they did!

     But the Biden Administration is doing all it can to weaken America. The Devil is using the platform and policies of the radical Left-wing Democrat Party to weaken America’s standing and influence in the world and at home. Satan is using the Left’s godless political platform to accomplish his purposes. They take every opportunity to diminish God, fight against righteousness, and promote unbiblical ideas. Their entire political platform is godless! They have radically turned against God, against the Bible, against truth, and against the Church. I am not saying every Democrat is evil, but the Left-wing Democrat Party has surely gone rogue against God.

     Everything the Biden Administration touches turns into chaos! Let me ask you this: If you wanted to weaken a nation, would you do anything different than what this Administration has done? I would say, probably not! Watching them work daily has caused me to wonder if they are just completely evil, completely inept, completely ignorant, or are they doing this stuff on purpose. It sure makes one wonder!

Pastor Norris

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.