Wednesday October 25, 2023

Hospitalizations

Joan Dutterer - Bayview 423A

Art Garvin - CHC 506

Geoffrey Hess - CHC 411

Ron Ogle - Johns Hopkins 17B

Robert Pennington - CHC 201

Kyle Taylor - CHC 208

Recovering

Patricia Almond

Garrett Covino

Erin Delph

Shirley Hampt

Tracy Hochhalter

Ginny Hoff

John Holbrook

Sylvia Thomas

Brenda Werner


Pastor of the Week

Pastor John C. Allen

Emmanuel Baptist Church 

760 McCool Road

Valparaiso, IN 46385


Home Folk

COD PASTOR OF THE WEEK: Pastor Norris E. Belcher, Jr. - Senior Pastor

COD STAFF OF THE WEEK: Gerson Romero - Custodial

CCS STAFF OF THE WEEK: Priscilla Pryor - History Teacher

MISSIONARY OF THE WEEK: Ken Overby - Jewish Awareness Ministries

  Pray: for the peace of Jerusalem and the Israeli believers as they are caring for those            

                  around them even while they have suffered losses themselves.

SHUT-IN OF THE WEEK: Doris Dodson 

COLLEGE STUDENT OF THE WEEK: Seth Holbrook - University of Kentucky

SERVICE PERSON OF THE WEEK: 1LT Nevin Stambaugh - National Guard

BUS WORKERS OF THE WEEK: John Green - Captain, Westminster Route

SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS OF THE WEEK: Pastor Brian Jung - College & Career/King’s Messengers


Upcoming Surgery

Nancy Stocksdale - October 31

Janet Switzer - November 1

Margaret Woodruff - November 6

Announcements

SYMPATHY: to the family and friends of Rick Wunder who passed away on Sunday, October 22. Visitation will take place on Thursday, October 26, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Eckhardt Funeral Home in Owings Mills, with a funeral service beginning at 5:00 p.m.

THANK YOU: to all my church family for the many cards, texts, visits, and most of all your prayers during my recent surgery and recovery. Special thanks to Pastor Holbrook for his hospital visits. What a blessing to belong to Church of the Open Door! Carl Baker

SUPER SIXTIES: The Super 60’s Spectacular has been cancelled. Refunds will be issued to those who have signed up.

SHOP & SUPPORT CCS: Help support CCS by registering your Weis Club Card and earn money for our school by simply shopping! Register online at weis4school.com. Every time you use your Weis Club Card, you will help earn money for CCS. For questions, please contact the school office.

GRIEFSHARE: will be hosting a one-night seminar entitled “Surviving the Holidays” on Tuesday, November 7, at 6:30 p.m. This is open to everyone. Sign-up sheets are located at the Welcome Desk. Please see Kathy Reed (adults) or Judy Hannah (children & teens) for questions.




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.