Friday
Monday
Cole McDonald has arrived!!
Cole (full name Ryan Cole) McDonald was born at 7:43 AM on 6/23. He weighed 6 pounds, 10 oz and was 18 inches long. Shulana says he doesn't have much hair but what he does have is strawberry blonde. Everyone is doing well.
Sorry - no update!
For the few of you that actually visit this site, I need to apologize for the lack of updated content. I have been out of class for the past three weeks (nursery duty, vacation, and taking Jeff to the airport), so I am out of the loop!!
I will update what I can this week and then hopefully get things back on track after class on Sunday.
I will update what I can this week and then hopefully get things back on track after class on Sunday.
Tuesday
Announcements
Our very own Matt McClellan celebrated his third aniversary at 2BC this past Sunday. Take a minute and thank Matt for his awesome service to our church!!
Our class has 'adopted' one of the nursery rooms to assist with during the 8:30 service. This is the same room we've been helping in for over a year. I am trying to fill a 3 month rotation schedule so that no one has to miss too many classes. I currently have 10 people signed up, but I need five more to get us through August. I know that summer schedules are busy, but if you think you can spare a Sunday morning, please let me know and I'll get you in a slot. THANK YOU to those that have already volunteered!
Sunday night Selah has begun. No Sunday evening services/activities beginning 5/25 and ending 7/6.
Only two services (8:30 and 11:00) throughout the summer. Three services will resume 8/24.
Assistants are still needed for May and June in the children's ministry. Sign-up sheet is still being passed around in class. This is not our normal nursery rotation - this is a special one-time sign-up that is being passed around by the children's department. (Sorry - I don't have the schedule for this so I can't remind you or post it.)
VBS is July 7-11. If you would like to help, there are still plenty of spots that need to be filled. I would love it if someone would help me in my 3rd grade class (I've never helped with VBS before and I'm scheduled to lead a class and have no one to help me!). Please let me or Jill know if you would be willing to help out.
Our class has 'adopted' one of the nursery rooms to assist with during the 8:30 service. This is the same room we've been helping in for over a year. I am trying to fill a 3 month rotation schedule so that no one has to miss too many classes. I currently have 10 people signed up, but I need five more to get us through August. I know that summer schedules are busy, but if you think you can spare a Sunday morning, please let me know and I'll get you in a slot. THANK YOU to those that have already volunteered!
Sunday night Selah has begun. No Sunday evening services/activities beginning 5/25 and ending 7/6.
Only two services (8:30 and 11:00) throughout the summer. Three services will resume 8/24.
Assistants are still needed for May and June in the children's ministry. Sign-up sheet is still being passed around in class. This is not our normal nursery rotation - this is a special one-time sign-up that is being passed around by the children's department. (Sorry - I don't have the schedule for this so I can't remind you or post it.)
VBS is July 7-11. If you would like to help, there are still plenty of spots that need to be filled. I would love it if someone would help me in my 3rd grade class (I've never helped with VBS before and I'm scheduled to lead a class and have no one to help me!). Please let me or Jill know if you would be willing to help out.
Current Series
We are currently studying the book of James using the Life Lessons study guide by Max Lucado.
The book of James was written by James, the oldest half-brother of Jesus. James was an early influential church leader focused on reaching lost Jews.
James was one of the first books written in the New Testament, around 49 AD. It is a How-To book on Christian living, sometimes referred to as the Proverbs of the New Testament for its practical application.
This book is very non-hypocritical, very hard-hitting, and very straight-forward. It was written to the persecuted Jews who left Jerusalem and were living among the Gentiles.
Sum it up: LIVE YOUR FAITH - DON'T BE HYPOCRITES!!
The book of James was written by James, the oldest half-brother of Jesus. James was an early influential church leader focused on reaching lost Jews.
James was one of the first books written in the New Testament, around 49 AD. It is a How-To book on Christian living, sometimes referred to as the Proverbs of the New Testament for its practical application.
This book is very non-hypocritical, very hard-hitting, and very straight-forward. It was written to the persecuted Jews who left Jerusalem and were living among the Gentiles.
Sum it up: LIVE YOUR FAITH - DON'T BE HYPOCRITES!!
Next Sunday
The next lesson in our study of James is about Sowing Seeds of Peace. The text will be James 3:13-18.
Notes from Sunday (5/25)
This Sunday we talked about Taming the Tongue. Our text was James 3:1-12.
We discussed how a pinch of salt, a pebble in a shoe, and a nail in a tire are all small items that can have large consequences. The tongue is the same way - small part of the body, but can cause major problems.
Max Lucado compares a person's tongue to a horse's bit and a ship's rudder. All three direct the path of their larger beings.
The tongue can be used for evil or for good. It can detract from God's glory or it can bring glory to God. What power the tongue has!!
You can use your tongue today to tear people down (sharp words, gossip, etc.) or you can use it to build people up (praise a job well done, give encouragement, etc.).
Which will you choose?
(Thank you, Ryan, for leading the lesson!)
We discussed how a pinch of salt, a pebble in a shoe, and a nail in a tire are all small items that can have large consequences. The tongue is the same way - small part of the body, but can cause major problems.
Max Lucado compares a person's tongue to a horse's bit and a ship's rudder. All three direct the path of their larger beings.
The tongue can be used for evil or for good. It can detract from God's glory or it can bring glory to God. What power the tongue has!!
You can use your tongue today to tear people down (sharp words, gossip, etc.) or you can use it to build people up (praise a job well done, give encouragement, etc.).
Which will you choose?
(Thank you, Ryan, for leading the lesson!)
Monday
GOODNESS GRACIOUS!
CONGRATULATIONS JUSTIN AND JUDY HAWKINS!! JUDY IS PREGNANT!!!
ALICIA AND KRIS HOMAN ARE HAVING A LITTLE GIRL!! Due date is 9/25, I believe.
MOLLY AND LANCE LINDOW (pronounced like window!) ARE HAVING A BOY! Due date is 10/13.
SHULANA AND RYAN McDONALD ARE HAVING A BOY! Delivery is scheduled for 6/23.
Okay - this is crazy! FOUR PREGNANT WOMEN IN ONE CLASS!!
(Speaking of babies, don't forget about Shulana's baby shower on May 17th at 2 PM at the Lindow residence. See annoucements for registry info.)
Tuesday
Announcements
Sunday night kids’ programs have ended for the summer (last meeting was 4/27) and will resume on August 24th.
AWANA award ceremony will be on May 18th.
Kids’ choir program will be May 18th following the AWANA award ceremony. (Practices are Wednesday from 6 until 7 PM.)
Assistants are still needed for May in children’s ministry. Sign-up sheet will be passed around in class.
We are doing a new sign-up sheet for our nursery rotation. We need to fill 14 slots, and so far I only have 8 volunteers. Please consider signing up. You can either email Beth (beth.layton@hotmail.com) or sign up via the sheet that will be passed around Sunday morning.
There will be a baby shower for Shulana at the Lindow residence on May 17th from 2 to 3 PM. Shulana is registered at Target and Wal-Mart.
Current Series
We have just wrapped up the church-wide series on stewardship, so we are continuing in our study of James.
The book of James was written by James, the oldest half-brother of Jesus. James was an early influential church leader focused on reaching lost Jews.
James was one of the first books written in the New Testament, around 49 AD. It is a How-To book on Christian living, sometimes referred to as the Proverbs of the New Testament for its practical application. This book is very non-hypocritical, very hard-hitting, and very straight-forward. It was written to the persecuted Jews who left Jerusalem and were living among the Gentiles.
Sum it up:
LIVE YOUR FAITH - DON'T BE HYPOCRITES!!
The book of James was written by James, the oldest half-brother of Jesus. James was an early influential church leader focused on reaching lost Jews.
James was one of the first books written in the New Testament, around 49 AD. It is a How-To book on Christian living, sometimes referred to as the Proverbs of the New Testament for its practical application. This book is very non-hypocritical, very hard-hitting, and very straight-forward. It was written to the persecuted Jews who left Jerusalem and were living among the Gentiles.
Sum it up:
LIVE YOUR FAITH - DON'T BE HYPOCRITES!!
Notes from Sunday (4/27)
Principle #7
Tithing is a metter of stewardship for God.
Tithing is a metter of stewardship for God.
- What is the most generous thing anyone has ever done for you?
- How did their generosity make you feel?
- How does your generosity make you feel?
- We are to give/tithe out of a humble and loving heart. (vs. 5-7)
- We reap in proportion to what we sow. (v. 6)
- We are to individually decide what to give. (v. 7) But a 10% was their starting place. And a tithe is a minimum or starting place for New Testament Christians.
- God still rewards those who give. (vs. 9-11)
Principle #8
Giving should be a result of our relationship with God and not a way to earn His favor. (We aren't buying God's love!)
The motivation behind generosity is sincere thankfulness.
What happens when we give to God first and cheerfully?
- Our hearts are drawn closer to the heart of Christ. (Matthew 6:21)
- We develop character.
- We invest in eternity. (Matthew 6:20)
- We are blessed. (Acts 20:35, Proverbs 11:24-25)
Monday
Announcements
Men's Life meets Tuesday, 3/25 at 6:30 AM in the Fellowship Hall. This series is called 'Straight Paths, a Study in Wise Sayings' and will cover the book of Proverbs. Breakfast is included!!
Women of Faith Conference is coming to Little Rock April 4 & 5. Anita Renfroe will be there - she's hilarious! If anyone is interested in carpooling, please contact Beth Layton (beth.layton@hotmail.com). Tickets are available for $45 (I believe). If you don't yet have your ticket, contact the church office.
Parent's Night Out is April 11th.
VBS will be July 7-11 and the theme is "Outrigger Island". If you are interested in helping with VBS this year, please try to attend the state training on Monday, April 7th at 5-9 PM. Contact Jill or Sheryl in the church office at 327-6565 to register for training.
Janet Gathright is looking for volunteers to help with the April 13th service at UCA. She is needing approximately 30 people. If you are interested, please contact Beth.
Current Series
NOTE: For the month of April, we will be studying Stewardship to go along with the Journey of Faith sermons.
We are currently studying the book of James.
The book of James was written by James, the oldest half-brother of Jesus. James was an early influential church leader focused on reaching lost Jews.
James was one of the first books written in the New Testament, around 49 AD. It is a How-To book on Christian living, sometimes referred to as the Proverbs of the New Testament for its practical application. This book is very non-hypocritical, very hard-hitting, and very straight-forward. It was written to the persecuted Jews who left Jerusalem and were living among the Gentiles.
Sum it up:
LIVE YOUR FAITH - DON'T BE HYPOCRITES!!
Next Sunday
Next Sunday we will begin a church-wide study on Stewardship to go along with Bro. Mark's Journey of Faith series.
We will pick back up with our study of James on May 4th.
We will pick back up with our study of James on May 4th.
Notes from Sunday (3/16)
This week we discussed temptation. The scripture we studied was James 1:12-18.
Temptation is an enticement to do something wrong. Temptation itself is not a sin. (Jesus was tempted, but He never sinned!!)
Speaking of Jesus being tempted, how did He handle temptation?
1. Scripture!
2. He knew his enemy!
v. 13 - Temptation comes from within. Temptation becomes desire, desire becomes sin, and sin ultimately becomes death.
Sources of Temptation:
Satan (Matt 4:1)
Within (Matt 18:7-8)
Friends (Mark 9:42)
Following the crowd (Matt 7:13-14)
Pride in ourselves (Gal 6:1)
Persecution (1 Thes 3:4-5)
Riches (1 Tim 6:9-10)
So, how do we deal with temptation?
1. Scripture
2. Prayer (Matt 26:41)
3. Avoidance
4. Christian friends
5. Remember - GOD IS WITH YOU!!! (1 Cor 10:13)
6. Be alert! Recognize temptation for what it is and know it is coming. (1 Pet 5:8)
Finally, remember to count your blessings!! Some of the blessings we discussed were people in our lives (kids, spouse, parents, good Christian friends), financial blessings, employment, our country, and our right/ability to attend church.
Temptation is an enticement to do something wrong. Temptation itself is not a sin. (Jesus was tempted, but He never sinned!!)
Speaking of Jesus being tempted, how did He handle temptation?
1. Scripture!
2. He knew his enemy!
v. 13 - Temptation comes from within. Temptation becomes desire, desire becomes sin, and sin ultimately becomes death.
Sources of Temptation:
Satan (Matt 4:1)
Within (Matt 18:7-8)
Friends (Mark 9:42)
Following the crowd (Matt 7:13-14)
Pride in ourselves (Gal 6:1)
Persecution (1 Thes 3:4-5)
Riches (1 Tim 6:9-10)
So, how do we deal with temptation?
1. Scripture
2. Prayer (Matt 26:41)
3. Avoidance
4. Christian friends
5. Remember - GOD IS WITH YOU!!! (1 Cor 10:13)
6. Be alert! Recognize temptation for what it is and know it is coming. (1 Pet 5:8)
Finally, remember to count your blessings!! Some of the blessings we discussed were people in our lives (kids, spouse, parents, good Christian friends), financial blessings, employment, our country, and our right/ability to attend church.
Sunday
Announcements
Men's Life starts on Tuesday, 2/26 at 6:30 AM in the Fellowship Hall. This series is called 'Straight Paths, a Study in Wise Sayings' and will cover the book of Proverbs. Breakfast is included!!
We will be having a Crawfish Boil March 14th during PNO at the McDonald's house. If you need directions, email Shulana.
The Better Together Fellowship is Sunday, March 2nd from 2 - 4 PM in the Fellowship Hall. Includes refreshments, door prizes, and a preview of events scheduled for 2008. No charge, but you must register in advance. Sign up at the Welcome Center.
Our small group will be going door to door passing out invitations to our Easter service on Wednesday, March 5th from 6:00 to 7:30-ish. Child care WILL be provided.
The Theodore Jones ministry is looking for volunteers! Contact Kathy Estes for more information.
Journey of Faith Campaign Kick-off is on March 30th. Our small group will be participating in some way - more info to follow.
Molly and Lance Lindow are expecting a baby!! We may be providing meals soon (right now, Molly can't stand the smell of food!).
Alicia and Kris Homan are expecting a baby as well! (Hey - is there something in the water???)
Women of Faith Conference is coming to Little Rock April 4 & 5. Anita Renfroe will be there - she's hilarious! If anyone is interested in carpooling, please contact Beth Layton (beth.layton@hotmail.com). You can sign up at the Better Together Fellowship.
SBC will be having an Easter event at the West Campus on March 22nd from 1 - 3 PM. Bring a friend!! More details to follow.
THANK YOU, Kristin, for taking notes for me!!
Current Series - "What We Want Our Children to Know About God"
We are currently discussing what we want our children to know about God. In our first couple of classes in this series, we came up with 21 core values for our list:
1. There is only one God. (Ex 6:2-6, Ex 20:1-5)
2. He loves us. (Jn 3:16, Rom 5:8, 1 Jn 3:1, 1 Jn 4:19)
3. He made us. (Eph 2:10, Ps 139:13)
4. He saved us. (Acts 16:31, 1 Cor 15:3-8, Rom 10:9-10 & 13)
5. God's Word is true. (2 Tim 3:16-17, Acts 1:3-8)
6. God forgives. (1 Tim 1:15, 1 Jn 1:9)
7. We belong to Him. (Jn 1:12, 1 Cor 6:20)
8. Everything is His. (Ps 22:28, Ez 18:4)
9. God has a plan for you. (Jer 29:11, Ps 138:8)
10. He's alive! (Luke 24:41, Acts 1:3)
11. He's worth living for. (Jn 10:10, 1 Pet 1:7, Ps 48:1)
12. God knows all. (Ps 94:11, Rom 8:27)
13. We can have a relationship with Him. (Col 2:7)
14. He hears us and answers prayers. (Ps 34:17, 1 Jn 5:14)
15. He is always with us. (Ps 46:1, Joshua 1:5, Heb 13:5)
16. We can trust Him. (Ex 6:2-6, Prov 3:5-6)
17. He is eternal. (1 Jn 5:13)
18. Our value/worth is based on God's view of us.
19. We should pray.
20. We have choice.
21. God desires/requires obedience.
Next series: we will be walking through the book of James.
1. There is only one God. (Ex 6:2-6, Ex 20:1-5)
2. He loves us. (Jn 3:16, Rom 5:8, 1 Jn 3:1, 1 Jn 4:19)
3. He made us. (Eph 2:10, Ps 139:13)
4. He saved us. (Acts 16:31, 1 Cor 15:3-8, Rom 10:9-10 & 13)
5. God's Word is true. (2 Tim 3:16-17, Acts 1:3-8)
6. God forgives. (1 Tim 1:15, 1 Jn 1:9)
7. We belong to Him. (Jn 1:12, 1 Cor 6:20)
8. Everything is His. (Ps 22:28, Ez 18:4)
9. God has a plan for you. (Jer 29:11, Ps 138:8)
10. He's alive! (Luke 24:41, Acts 1:3)
11. He's worth living for. (Jn 10:10, 1 Pet 1:7, Ps 48:1)
12. God knows all. (Ps 94:11, Rom 8:27)
13. We can have a relationship with Him. (Col 2:7)
14. He hears us and answers prayers. (Ps 34:17, 1 Jn 5:14)
15. He is always with us. (Ps 46:1, Joshua 1:5, Heb 13:5)
16. We can trust Him. (Ex 6:2-6, Prov 3:5-6)
17. He is eternal. (1 Jn 5:13)
18. Our value/worth is based on God's view of us.
19. We should pray.
20. We have choice.
21. God desires/requires obedience.
Next series: we will be walking through the book of James.
Things to know for next week's class
Next week we will pull everything we have been discussing throughout the course of this series together and list our top 5 responsibilities as parents. Review your notes - there is going to be a test!!
Friday
Notes from Sunday's class (2/23)
This week we discussed the book of Proverbs. Specific verses included:
Proverbs 15:1
Proverbs 15:3
Proverbs 19:1
Proverbs 20:1
Proverbs 3:21
Proverbs 21:23
Proverbs 18:1
Proverbs 17:1
Proverbs 21:1
Proverbs 22:6
2 Chronicles 1:10
Proverbs 15:1
Proverbs 15:3
Proverbs 19:1
Proverbs 20:1
Proverbs 3:21
Proverbs 21:23
Proverbs 18:1
Proverbs 17:1
Proverbs 21:1
Proverbs 22:6
2 Chronicles 1:10
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