Sunday February 8, 2026

Order of Service

10:45 AM

6:00 PM

Hymns:

All Creatures of Our God and King (32)

The Unclouded Day (536)

Jesus Never Fails (375)

Special Music:

Shauna Bassler

Message By:

Pastor Norris E. Belcher, Jr.

Hymns:

I Know Whom I Have Believed (359)

Since I Have Been Redeemed (133)

Work, for the Night Is Coming (75)

Offering: 

Josiah Carl

Special Music:

Jennifer Reed

Message By: 

Pastor Norris E. Belcher, Jr.

Announcements

IN MEMORY: The rose on the organ is given by Janet Switzer in memory of the passing of her husband, Harold Switzer, on January 27, 2025.

SUPER SIXTIES: will be taking a trip to the Amish Markets, 

followed by lunch at Cracker Barrel, on Thursday, February 26. If you would like to go, please sign up at the Welcome Desk or see Pastor Howell with any questions.

CCS GOLF OUTING: Carroll Christian Schools' 3rd Annual Golf Tournament will be held on Monday, April 27, at Quail Valley Golf Course. Brochures are available at the Welcome Desk for registration and can be turned in to the school office. For questions, please contact Morgan Peterson at mpeterson@carrollchristian.com.

LIVING CROSS: If you are interested in signing up for this year’s production entitled “The Last Miracle,” there is a sign-up sheet at the Welcome Desk, or you can register online through the Church Website. Please see Pastor Jung if you have any questions.


From My Heart

The mainstream media continues to be on the wrong side of the Constitution, the law, and especially common sense.  Who would have ever thought the Marxist media would think it is okay to interrupt a church service to protest against ICE?  The media is appalled by these protesters being arrested!  One news host said, “How dare the Justice Department arrest these peaceful protesters?”  No, the question is, “How dare these radicals crash a church service to protest over any issue?”  

     The Department of Justice arrested the ringleaders of this protest, and everyone on the Left went completely off the rails with anger!  And then, last week, Don Lemon was arrested - and the media went ballistic.  Their rage is directed at the Trump Administration, asking, “How can Trump arrest a reporter for simply doing his job?”  But since when is it ok to interrupt a church service?  It is not!  There is never a scenario where protesting a church service is acceptable!  The First Amendment gives every American the freedom to worship as they see fit.  So, when the Leftists barge through the doors to interrupt a church service, they are placing an infringement on the First Amendment rights of the church worshippers.

     This last week, the Left pulled out all the stops to make theirargument for protesting churches!  The Grammy Awards had several folks give their support, the entire Grammy Awards crowd gave Don Lemon a standing ovation, and even brought Communist sympathizer, Jane Fonda, to a microphone to support Don Lemon!  

     One question I have for folks who would barge into a “Christian” church service to protest over any issue: would these same protesters go into a Muslim mosque and interrupt a service to make their political statement?   I guarantee you that will never happen!  The Leftists despise Christianity and have no qualms about protesting a church service!  Personally, I hope the Justice Department throws the book at theseprotestors and puts an immediate stop to this type of activity.

     I suppose you saw the traditional animal cruelty displayed last Monday, when a bunch of men wearing tuxedos and stove-pipe hats dug out of his bed, a poor sleeping groundhog!  Someone said, “Ole Phil was so lethargic, so drowsy, and looked startled!”  Well, it was 9 degrees, he had been asleep for a couple of months (hibernation), and those guys woke him up and held him up in the cold air while people applauded!  I think I would be a little upset myself!  Poor Phil!  They say Phil saw his shadow, which they say means we have 6 more weeks of winter!  They should have just called me; I could have told them we would have lots of winter left and let poor Phil sleep!

     Have a great day!

Pastor Norris

Hospitalizations

Bruce Muller - JHU 531

Mabel Romero Vargas - Sinai NICU

Virginia Rudisill - St. Joseph

Upcoming Events

Sunday School

Date
Feb 8
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
Feb 8
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.

Sunday Worship

Date
Feb 8
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.

Teen Events

Date
Feb 8
Time
7:30 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
Join us for a "fun-filled" teen event.

Royal Blue Class - Senior Adult Visitation & Soul Winning

Date
Feb 9
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!

Grief Share - 13-Week Seminar

Date
Feb 10
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.

Spanish Ministry Activities

Date
Feb 11
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
Feb 11
Time
7:00 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
Children 3yrs 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
Feb 11
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
Feb 11
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
Feb 11
Time
7:00 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
Church of the Open Door offers Bible Study for all ages.