Wednesday December 15, 2021

Hospitalizations

Art Garvin - CHC #G19

Neal Smith - CHC #519

Riley Trieschman - Johns Hopkins #15A


Recovering

                                                Marguerite Sweeney


Pastor of the Week

Pastor Stephen Russ

FaithWay Baptist Church

3635 Pollack Ave.

Evansville, IN 47714


Home Folk

COD PASTOR OF THE WEEK: Pastor Ray Shutt - Soul Winning/Visitation

COD STAFF OF THE WEEK: Karen Albaugh - Graphics

CCS STAFF OF THE WEEK: Dan McLaughlin - HS Math & Science

MISSIONARY OF THE WEEK: Thomas Hill - Landmark Baptist Missions

   Praise: The girls orphanage in Santo Domingo is nearing capacity once again after covid had taken a terrible
               toll on it.

SHUT-IN OF THE WEEK: Doris Handley,  Pleasanton Road #13, Westminster, MD  21157

COLLEGE STUDENT OF THE WEEK: Joshua Mathews - University of MD

SERVICE PERSON OF THE WEEK: LCDR Charles Burdick, Navy

BUS WORKER OF THE WEEK: Tommy Klein - Helper, Eldersburg/Sykesville

SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS OF THE WEEK: Andrew Mouring, Ninth - Eleventh Grades


Upcoming Surgery

Teri Bowers - December 23

Pastor Brian Jung - December 30


Announcements

CONGRATULATIONS: to Craig and Gail Lippy and Jane Lippy at the birth of their grandson/great-grandson, Micah Xavier Lippy, on Sunday, December 12, weighing 7 lbs. 15 oz. The proud parents are Micah and Stephanie Lippy.

SERVICE REMINDERS: There will be NO in-person church services for this coming Sunday, December 19, and for Wednesday, December 22. All services - Sunday Morning, Sunday Evening, and Wednesday Evening, will be 
live-streamed at their normal times.

CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE: Please join us as we return to church to celebrate Christmas with our Candlelight Service on Friday, December 24, at 6:00 p.m. CHRISTMAS CANTATA: has been rescheduled for Sunday, December 26, at
6:00 p.m.

GOOD SHEPHERD CLASS: will resume on January 9.

LIVE NATIVITY : Unfortunately the Live Nativity has been cancelled, but we will plan to have it next year.

TITHING ENVELOPES: The 2022 offering envelopes are ready for pick-up and are located on the table in the church hallway.

POINSETTIAS LIST: The list displaying the names of loved ones for whom 

poinsettias were purchased, “in memory” or “in honor” of, is located on the table in the foyer.

NURSERY WORKERS: We are in need of nursery workers for the Christmas Cantata service on Sunday, December 26, at 6:00pm. Please sign up at the Welcome Desk or contact Anne-Marie Albaugh at 443-375-2078, if you can help.


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.