Sunday May 22, 2022

Order of Service

10:45 AM

6:00 PM

Hymns:

All Hail the Power of Jesus’

Name (45)

How Great Thou Art (49)

My Burdens Rolled Away (170)

Special Music:

Kellie Muller

Message By:

Pastor Norris Belcher


Hymns:

He’s a Wonderful Savior to Me (7)

Christ Returneth (561)

Footsteps of Jesus (192)

Offering:  

Tim Uibel

Special Music:

Will Albaugh

Message By:

Pastor Norris Belcher


Announcements

THANK YOU: for the prayers and cards sent to my sister, Helen Graham, during her illness. She loved them! She loved her Church Family, Sunday School Class, Pastor Campbell & Shirley, the bus trips, and worshipping the Lord at Church of the Open Door! She was a real prayer partner! Her pleasant smile will be missed. She is now full of “JOY” as she met her Lord face to face! I appreciate the Church Family! In Christian Love, Mary Whalen

PICTORIAL DIRECTORY: It’s that time again! We update our pictorial directory every five years because it is a great way to become familiar with other families in the Church. When you sign-up, your family will receive a free directory as well as an 8”x10” photo.  Schedule your appointment by accessing the link posted on the church website or by stopping by the table in the main hallway before or after service. If you have questions, please call Veronica Mouring at 410-876-3838, ext. 303.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: We need volunteers to serve as greeters in the Library during the sessions for our Pictorial Directory. Please sign-up at the Welcome Center.

DEACONS: Please pick up your packet at the Welcome Center.


From My Heart

     A national left-wing women’s rights group (or I suppose I should probably say a left-wing birthing person’s rights group) has declared that the summer of 2022 is going to be “the summer of rage.” This will be an interesting summer as the Liberals realize they only have until November to destroy America before the election shifts the power in Congress and brings to a screeching halt this agenda the Biden Administration and the Liberals are pushing.

     If the Supreme Court rules against Roe vs. Wade and kicks the matter of abortion back to the States, you can be assured there going to be a huge effort to dismantle every part of our country. These liberal groups will fill the streets with angry protesters, burning, looting, and ranting about how the mean ole Conservatives oppressing the rights of women (oops…birthing persons) and how they are being stripped of their Constitutional right to abort their baby if they so choose!

     They know the ruling of the Supreme Court (if John Roberts has the intestinal fortitude to announce the ruling), does not abortions. Their ruling will only send the matter back to the States, and each State will then decide whether it is going to continue to murder the unborn. These Progressive groups know this, but as one of the Progressives proudly stated once, “Never let a good crisis go to waste.”

     As time continues toward the coming of the Lord Jesus, we are watching our society slide faster and faster towards destruction. Some of the abortion bills introduced in the Liberal States added language which allows a mother to decide within several weeks whether she will keep or kill her newly born child. I understand that language was in the original bill introduced to the Maryland House and Senate but was removed at the last minute.

     Isn’t it strange they cry, “My body, my choice!” But when an American citizen says concerning the Covid vaccine, “I choose not to take the vaccine,” these same people say you should lose your job and not be allowed out in public. I suppose the only choice any of us have is to do what the Progressive Liberal Left says.

     It is probably going to be a long summer for America. Please pray daily for your country and beg the hands of God to cradle America in His loving arms. The Lord must certainly be returning soon to snatch His Bride away and take us all to Heaven to be with Him. But if the Lord tarries His coming, we best pray for the Lord to intervene in America. Unless there is a quick national revival and moving of God, we are going to lose our country.

     Have a wonderful day and stay close to the Lord.

Pastor Norris

Hospitalizations

Kim Brion - Out of State
Greg Popham - Cleveland, Ohio
Bernie Dennison - Frederick Hospital #3026A



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.