Sunday October 17, 2021

Order of Service

10:45 AM

6:00 PM

Hymns:

I’ll Fly Away (518)

Rock of Ages (91)

Special Music:

Kellie Muller

Message By:

Dr. Norris E. Belcher, Jr.


Hymns:

When the Roll Is Called Up Yonder (524)

Bring Them In  (433)

Special Music:

Andrew Uibel

Message By:

Dr. Norris E. Belcher, Jr.


Announcements

SYMPATHY: to Lewey King at the passing of his brother, Aubrey Glenn King, on Wednesday, October 6. Visitation will be today, October 17, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Stauffer Funeral Home in Mt. Airy, with a funeral service immediately following the viewing at 3:00 p.m.

SYMPATHY: to the family and friends of Sandi Stylc who passed away on Saturday, October 9. The funeral service was held on Thursday, October 14, in Westminster.

SYMPATHY: to Mary Ann Albaugh, Paul Albaugh, and William Albaugh at the passing of their brother-in-law/uncle, Ira Albaugh, on Friday October 8. The funeral services were private.

IN MEMORY: The flower on the organ was placed there by Don and Lynn Graf in loving memory of her mother, Charlotte Leppo, who passed away one year ago on October 15.

THANK YOU: I would like to thank everyone who prayed for my daughter during her recent illness and hospitalization. She is home now, continuing to recover. Sarah Penton

LADIES EVENT: For the upcoming Ladies Fall Fellowship, we are in need of 18” fall fabric squares for a craft activity. Please leave donations at the Welcome Desk.

SUPER SIXTIES EVENT: The next upcoming event, “Count Your Blessings” a Thanksgiving program featuring food, fellowship and fun will be on November 18, at 10:00 a.m. in the Great Room. Please let Pastor John Campbell or
Mrs. Shirley Campbell know if you are planning to attend.

From My Heart

    Welcome to the Church of the Open Door!  I am so excited to see what the Lord has for us today.  I have been praying for the Lord to send revival to our church, and I sure hope you have been praying for revival as well.  As I see things, the only hope we have for our country is for the Lord to send us an old fashioned, Heaven sent, Holy Ghost outpouring revival! 

     I was reading this morning in Genesis 5, about Enoch, and it blessed my heart so much I thought I would share with you some of the thoughts I had.  There are only two men in the Bible who are said to have “walked with God.”  Enoch was the first, and then Noah was the second.  And of course, both men had the rich and wonderful blessing of the Lord upon their lives. Noah was delivered through the Flood and Enoch was translated from earth to Heaven before the Flood. 

     Enoch is a clear picture of the Church, who is going to be translated from earth to Heaven and Noah is a clear picture of the Jews, who will be delivered through the judgment of the Tribulation period that follows the Rapture.  The Rapture of the Church is the next major event that is going to happen on God’s prophetic calendar.  And once Enoch is translated (the Church), then the Flood (the judgment of the Tribulation Period) will come upon all mankind. 

     In chapter 5:22, we see something very telling about Enoch.  The verse tells us that “Enoch walked with God AFTER he begat Methuselah.”  Enoch was 65 years old when Methuselah was born - so for 65 years he did not walk with God - but after his child was born, Enoch knew it was time to start a daily walk with the Lord.  The fact that we bear children ought to be incentive enough for us to live for God!  For, you see, if you do not walk with God, they most likely will not walk with God.  If you do not read your Bible, your children are not going to read their Bible either!

     There is a tremendous battle going on for the control of your children’s minds and hearts.  It is time Moms and Dads realize the Devil is working day and night to instill his will in your children - instead of parents instilling God’s will.  It is time for parents to get serious about their walk with God because your children are watching.  And folks, there is a flood that is coming!  Not a flood of water, but of wrath.  So, whatever you do, see to it that your children know the Lord!  Have a great day.

Pastor Norris

Hospitalizations

Mark Isherwood - CHC #406S

Eliza Jung - Johns Hopkins #16

Larry Mann - York Hospital #4126A

Rylie Trieschman - John Hopkins #11


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.