Sunday March 20, 2022

Order of Service

10:45 AM

6:00 PM

Hymns:

Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee (41)

Were You There? (104)

Lead Me to Calvary (106)

Special Music:

Daniel Griffin

Message By:

Dr. Norris E. Belcher, Jr.


Hymns:

And Can It Be That I Should Gain? (94)

Blessed Redeemer (90)

I’ll Go Where You Want Me to Go (452)

Offering:  

Caleb Muller & Will Albaugh

Special Music: 

Don & Robin Frazier

Message By:

Dr. Norris E. Belcher, Jr.


Announcements

SYMPATHY: to Bill and Donna Dyson at the passing of Bill’s mother, Carol Dyson, on Sunday, March 13 in Medford, Oregon.

SYMPATHY: to Butch and Susan Kyker at the passing of Butch’s sister, Cheryl Smith, on Saturday, March 12. Services will be private.

SUPER 60’s: The first special event in 2022 will be on Thursday, 

March 31, at 10:00 am in the Great Room. The Super 60’s choir will sing and lunch will be served. Sign up by Monday, March 28, if you would like to attend.

LIVING CROSS COSTUMES: If you need to be fitted for a costume or pick one up, please see Eli Fenton.


From My Heart

     It astounds me that Putin and his Russian Army can bomb hospitals, schools, apartment complexes, and even kindergartens - and the United Nations, NATO, Europe, America, Canada, and China all stand by and allow him to break every rule of the Geneva Convention. Thousands of the elderly, children, and women are being slaughtered by this evil man! It is shameful that this aggression is being allowed to go on! Attacking and killing children is a war crime if ever there was one, and not a soul is brave enough to stand up and stop it.

     I know the argument that says, “Ukraine is not a member of NATO.” I know the argument that says, “Stopping Putin will cause WW III.” I know the argument that says, “But Putin has access to nuclear weapons.” I know these things, but I also know 1,000’s of innocent people will be needlessly slaughtered by this thug. Does anyone think he will stop at Ukraine? The only thing Putin and thugs like him understand is strength. If someone does not stand up to him and stop him, the brutal killing and destruction will continue.

     But this is what Communist Socialists do! Stalin killed millions of his own citizens forcing them into compliance. Fidel Castro killed thousands upon thousands by forcing the people of Cuba to surrender to his tyranny. Castro’s hired hitman, Che Guevara, murdered multitudes of Cuban people who resisted Castro’s Socialism. And American Socialists today wear t-shirts with Guevara’s picture on it! Mao did the same in China! Several of the Russian soldiers who have been captured are crying and are so filled with remorse for attacking the innocent people of Ukraine. But, of course, if they do not follow orders, they will be shot for being a traitor!

     I read this week where the Biden Administration has a new tactic of passing blame for the high rate of inflation, gas prices doubling, and overall terrible economy they have created. They are hiring these young, attractive, and energetic Tik-Tok stars to do short videos telling their mind-numbed followers that this horrible economy we are facing today is Vladimir Putin’s fault. The Administration wants us to understand that none of what is happening in our country is the fault of the Biden Administration. Every day the White House sends out two or three spokesmen who do their best to blame Putin, Trump, Xi, Covid, the weather, Republicans, or some other fabricated source for why the nation is crumbling. Biden recently said, “He is sick and tired of hearing people say the mess is being caused by his policies.” He said, “My policies are working!”

     The coming of the Lord is surely close! Just when you think it cannot get any worse, it somehow gets worse. With the world in chaos, the time is right for the Antichrist to show up and have a plan for peace - where the world can get along!

Have a wonderful 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.