You're invited to The Eisenhower Church of Christ for our 2008 Wednesday Night Summer Series
June 4th— "Lovest Thou Me More Than These?"– Allen Weakland
June 11th– "Love God With All Your Heart, Soul, Mind, and Strength"– David Vestal
June 18th– "Be Not Conformed to This World"–Kevin Bullard
June 25th– "Worship in Spirit and in Truth"– Burt Groves
July 2nd– "Study to Show Thyself Approved"– Greg Fleming
July 9th– "What Communion Hath Light With Darkness"– Steve Horton
July 16th- "Is Anything Too Hard for the Lord?"- Mark Ray
July 23rd- "Do Not Add To or Take Away"- Tom Hicks
July 30th- "Be Ye Steadfast, Unmovable"- Kevin Rhodes
August 6th- "Christ Liveth in Me"- David Easlon
August 13th- "Add Christian Graces"- Denny Wilson
For more information: 432-337-5313- 807 East 21st Street
All services will begin at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesdays
Please Join Us!
Are We Ready For the Light of the World?
It's quite clear that many individuals have their own ideas concerning the purpose of the church. Some have expressed that the function of the church is to act as a welfare relief agency – providing funds to pay for things like utility bills, medical bills, gas to get to work and any other needs that may arise in a person's life. Others on the other hand seem to think that the church is nothing more than another social organization found within a community. While others think that the church is nothing more then a building set on some street corner with architectural details that are pleasant to the eye. And although these descriptions are by no means a collective characterization by society, we must be fully aware that not everyone has a true understanding about the purpose of the church.
Friends, it is vitally important that we all understand that the church of Christ is the body of Christ (Col. 1:18), made up of individual Christians (Acts 2:47). And Jesus Christ has given the church He built (Matt 16:18-19) a far greater role to play in this world than simply being a social organization to promote unity and goodwill, though these are certainly items which should exist within the Lord's church. Jesus instructed us to be "the light of the world" (Matt 5:14). Within this statement one can see how Jesus gave each of us a spiritual role within our individual communities. Thus, the Christian is to strive to be a reflection of Christ (Gal. 2:20), a fortress of truth (Phil 1:17), and a lighthouse whereby others can see Christ and glorify our Heavenly Father (Matt 5:16).
Though the world has certain ideas of what the church is, the church of Christ is different from what many expect. This difference arises from our commitment to doing what our Savior has commanded and not what men might expect or want. Though a portion of our labors are directed toward being benevolent (I Tim. 5:16), our main thrust (mission) is and should always be the imitation of our Lord as He sought to save those who were lost (Luke 19:10; Mark 16:15-16).
Let us, as the church, truly be the light of the world – manifesting the image of our Lord as we reflect Him, as we are a fortress of truth, and as a lighthouse that sits on a hill that cannot be hid.
Allen Weakland
Sympathy
We wish to express our sympathy to the family of M.C. Eager, brother of DeLora Wood. M.C. died on Thursday, May 9th in Lubbock, TX.
We wish to express our sympathy to the family of Jean McCarty, sister-in-law of Elder McCarty. Jean passed away on Monday, May 12th in Abilene, TX. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 14th at the Anson Church of Christ in Anson, TX.
Restoration
Sheila Stanton came forward on Sunday, May 11th stating that she has made some bad choices because of pride and lack of faith. She has asked for prayers that her faith be strengthened.
Current Concerns
Estella Morolez has been diagnosed with Inflammatory Breast Cancer. She will begin chemotherapy treatments this week.
Lee Roy Bell is going back to Baylor on Wednesday, May 15th and will have surgery on Thursday, May 16th.
Charles Simmons had surgery to have the battery in his back replaced on Monday, May 12th at Midland Memorial West.
Billy Walker, uncle of Jack Wright, is suffering from tumors in his chest.
Prayer List
Bill Arbuckle; Mark Basaldua; LeeRoy Bell; Mildred Bell; Mildred Heslip; Nick Pearl; Devani Ramirez; Mable Riggs; Dolores Sanchez; Nick Smith; Buddy Sutherland; Bill White; DeLora Wood.
Shut-ins
Mary Dunn; Fay Gann; Cecil and Mildred Hext; Virgie Price; Charles Tucker.
Events
Watch In Search of the Lord's Way with Mack Lyon every Sunday morning at 7:30 am on CBS, channel 7. This week's topic will be entitled, "What is Sin?"
Our Summer Series is quickly approaching. Please feel free to pick up some flyers from the tables to pass out to your family and friends! Be sure to make plans to attend.
FYI
The Wednesday morning Bible Class subject will be the book of Revelation. We will have a potluck on the last week of May. The class will not meet during the summer months.
The New Mexico Christian Children's Home will be here on Monday, June 2nd. They have suggested the following items: BBQ Sauce, sweetened cereals, and lotion. If you prefer to a monetary donation, you may leave it with the office clearly marked.
We have received a graduation invitation from David Vestal. It is placed on the News and Notes bulletin board along with his picture. Please take time to see it.
There is a need letter from Gil Sanchez posted on the News and Notes board. Please take time to read it.
Youth
We are needing hosts for the monthly youth devotionals. Please sign up to host one or more on the sign up sheet on the bulletin board in the east foyer.
There will be a graduation shower on Sunday, May 18th for Cameron May in the annex from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Barbara Martinez and Rachel Galvan will be hosting this event.
Anniversary Announcements
You are cordially invited by the family of Sharon and Lee Roy Bell to attend a 50th Anniversary party. Come join us on Saturday, May 31st, 2008 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the annex of Eisenhower Church of Christ, located at 807 E. 21st Street, Odessa, TX. Please let us know if you will be able to attend. We will be serving cake and punch, so throw on your bobby sox and poodle skirt and help us celebrate Nana and Honey's milestone. And they lived Happily Ever After, The End.
Office News
Our food coordinators for the month of May are Estella Morolez and Carolyn Siler.
We are trying to fill our pantry. Every two weeks we will have new suggested items. This week's suggestion are Macaroni and Cheese, Spam, Vienna Sausage, pastas.
The office will be closed on Monday, May 26th in observance of Memorial Day.
| May 18, 2008 | Morning | Evening |
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Announcements | Charles Wood | Charles Wood |
Song Leader | Ronnie Lane | Steve Horton |
Sermon | Allen Weakland | Allen Weakland |
Opening Prayer | Charles Wood | Charles Wood |
Scripture | Cameron May | Larry May |
Second Prayer | Kirk McFarland | Juan Morolez |
Closing Prayer | Jr. Munoz | Jimmy Nunley |
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West |
Mike Smith |
Jeff Wood |
East |
Tom Sorenson |
Trini Wood |
Other Responsibilities: Elder: Charles Wood ~ Deacon: Richard Siler ~ Pulpit: George Warren ~ Table: Frank Vargas ~ Song Leaders: Ronnie Lane
Sunday AM
"What Changes People"
(1 Timothy 1:12-17)
Sunday PM
"Lessons from Jeremiah"
(Matthew 23:37)
Our Records
Bible Class... 106
Morning Worship... 170
Evening Worship... 95
Wednesday... 132
Contribution $4528.95