Sunday August 6, 2023

Order of Service

10:45 AM

6:00 PM

Hymns:

Glory to His Name (127)

The Old Fashioned Way (159)

Nothing but the Blood (117)

Special Music:

The Albaugh Family

Message By:

Pastor Norris E. Belcher, Jr.


Hymns:

Such Love (215)

Jesus Is Coming Again (563)

Work, for the Night Is Coming (75)

Offering:  

Josiah Carl

Special Music:

Cheryl Milholland

Message By:  

Pastor Norris E. Belcher, Jr.


Announcements

SYMPATHY: to Lori Rolfzen at the passing of her husband, Chris Rolfzen, on Sunday, July 30. Arrangements are pending.

PRAYING FOR OUR MILITARY: We are updating our Military list for the Wednesday prayer bulletin. If you have a family member or friend serving in any military branch and would like us to pray for them, please complete a form at the Welcome Desk.

GRIEFSHARE & GRIEFSHARE FOR CHILDREN: Both GriefShare sessions begin on Tuesday, September 5, at 6:30 p.m. in rooms 418 and 417, respectively. Sign-up at the Welcome Desk. For more information, please contact Kathy Reed for the adult session and Judy Hannah for the children’s (including teens) session.

LADIES'/MEN'S SOFTBALL GAMES & COOKOUT:  are taking place on Saturday, September 2, from 4 until 8 p.m.  Sign-up at the Welcome Desk - to play, attend the cookout, and/or bring a food item to share.  Please see Kellie Muller with any questions.

JOYFUL CONNECTION: The monthly meetings of the Joyful Connection Ladies Bible Study will resume on September 11, at 6:45 p.m. in Rooms 417-418. They will be studying I & II Peter this year, using Dorothy Davis' book Your Faith on Trial. The book is available for $11. Please see Marie Kitzmiller or Nadine Roberts at 443-547-9582 for more information. 

DEACONS: Please pick up your monthly packet at the Welcome Desk.


From My Heart

     So much is happening in our country, and while I am somewhat delighted to see whistleblowers coming into the House of Representatives and telling what they know, it seems to me that things are still not moving as quickly as I would like! I am appalled that every Democrat in the House and Senate is in lockstep with each other in supporting the party line.

     Since the 2016 election, on Trump’s first day as President, they started their relentless effort to get rid of him as President of the country. The “Russia hoax” was just that - a giant hoax! But every Democrat in the House and Senate knew it was all a drummed-up scheme to destroy the President, and they - each and everyone - went along with it! Adam Schiff lied every opportunity he was given to go in front of a camera! He said he had evidence proving Trump colluded with the Russians, and that was a lie!

     They have been exposed through the Mueller report, which said there was no collusion, and through the Durham report, which exposed the lies and deceit the Democrats used to impeach Donald Trump on two occasions. And yet, several of the ones who lied the most, are still lying today and refuse to admit they were lying to the American people. And not one of them has apologized to President Trump or the American people.

     And what is the Biden Administration doing now? They have continued to indict Trump, accusing him of taking classified material to his home at Mar-a-Lago. The only person who can un-classify “classified” material is the President! A Senator cannot do it, a member of the House cannot do it, and a Vice President cannot do it! So, the Biden Administration Justice Department indicts Trump (who can have classified material in his possession), but does not indict Biden (who cannot have classified material in his possession).

     It is obvious there is a two-tiered justice system in America today. One for Republicans and one for Democrats! It is unheard of in our country that a sitting President would relentlessly go after his political rival with silly charges just to try to alter the outcome of an election. These charges filed against Donald Trump have one purpose - and that is election interference. And again, every Democrat is supportive of the indictments against the former President.

     Where is the one Democrat who has even a shred of decency and will stand up with the truth? Sadly, there is not one to be found. What political party is supporting abortion, is supporting Socialism, is supporting the LGBTQ agenda, is supporting the transgender movement, is supporting surgery for minors to change their gender, is supporting marijuana legalization, is supporting open borders, and all this climate change nonsense? It is the Democrat party!

     We need to have the American people stand up to say enough is enough! Please pray for our country and for America to wake up to the nonsense that is going on everywhere in our land!

     Have a great day!

Pastor Norris

Hospitalizations

Brenda Noon - Out of State

James Williams - CHC 212


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.