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THE BLUFF CITY CHRISTIAN (USPS 059-120)
PUBLISHED BY THE FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH, POPLAR BLUFF, MO
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2016 THE BLUFF CITY CHRISTIAN Vol. 70 - 20
THE FOLLOWING GROUPS
WILL NOT MEET IN
NOVEMBER:
SENIOR FELLOWSHIP
THURSDAY WOMEN
MEN’S FELLOWSHIP
Serving Schedule for November 20, 2016
Worship Leader
Mark Richardson
Children’s Moment
Steve Fowler
Communion Prayer
Todd Richardson
Offertory Prayer
Kathy Richardson
Van Driver
Mark Richardson Communion Preparation
Carlos & Glenda Hicks
Diaconate
Marion Parks, Stan Pinkston, Linda Casey, Trenton Vincent
Winter Coat Drive October 16 - November 27th
Clean out your closets and help
out the cause! Please donate your
new and gently worn coats for
men, women and children to help
those less fortunate stay a little
warmer this winter. There will be
a table set up in the hallway by
the parlor for you to drop your
items. For more information
please contact Jan Duffy.
Hanging of the Greens Many hands make light work! It’s
time to decorate the church for Christmas. Everyone is invited to at-
tend as we decorate the sanctuary, fel-lowship hall and chapel on November 20th at 3:00 p.m. A chili supper will follow the Hanging of the Greens in
the Fellowship Hall on November 20th. Chili will be provided, please
bring a dish to share. We look forward to a time of
fellowship as we prepare for the coming Christmas season.
Serving Schedule for November 27, 2016
Worship Leader
Todd Richardson
Children’s Moment
Ed Lewis
Communion Prayer
Gail Doss
Offertory Prayer
George McCall
Van Driver
Mark Richardson Communion Preparation
George & Annette McCall
Diaconate
Rob Blackwell, Carlos Hicks,
LuWanna Forister, Jim Hillis
FILL THE FIRE TRUCK FOOD DRIVE For the benefit of the many folks in our community who need assistance,
our annual Fall Food Drive is Saturday, November 19th. Once again we’ll be set up in front of Kroger, from 10 a.m. until 3p.m. At 3 p.m. we’ll deliv-
er half the food and monetary donations to Child Concern, the other half will go to the St. Vincent de Paul Food Bank. Sign up with Jan Duffy to
help collect and deliver the food. See you then!
Congratulations to Coach
Jack Childress and the Van
Buren, MO Lady Dawgs for
winning the Class 1 MSHSAA
Softball State title.
Sunday, November 20th is pledge Sunday. Please return your
pledge cards.
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THE BLUFF CITY CHRISTIAN Published Weekly Except in August By
THE FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH Located at Main & Davis St. Mailing Address: 1601 N. Main Office Ph. 785-6466
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CIRCULATION-180 Minister ...................................................................................... Rev. Frank Chlastak Music Director ...................................................................................... Bill Clanahan Organist…………………………………………………………………Mary Holley Youth Director ...................................................................................... Bill Clanahan Secretary……………………………………………………………… Linda Everett Custodians .......................................................................... Kenny and Kay Gilbreath Web Site ............................................................................. www.firstchristianpb.org E-Mail Addresses: ......................................................... church@firstchristianpb.org
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1529 North Main OPEN 6 A.M. - 10 P.M. 7 DAYS
785-0360
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Home Office 531 Vine St, P.O. Box 520
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ATTENDANCE REPORT November 6, 2016
ATTENDANCE: Worship ...................................... 41 Children’s Church ......................... 7 TOTAL WORSHIP .................. 48 SUNDAY SCHOOL: Elementary A/B ............................ 7 Homebuilders................................ 8 Men’s Class .................................. 6 Total ........................................... 21
ATTENDANCE REPORT October 30, 2016
ATTENDANCE: Worship ....................................... 45 Children’s Church ......................... 4 TOTAL WORSHIP .................. 49 SUNDAY SCHOOL Elementary A/B ............................. 6 Homebuilders ................................ 8 Men’s Class ................................... 5 Total ............................................ 19
One of the most heart breaking stories in the Bible to me is the story of the rich young ruler. This remarkable young man had made many “right” choic-es in his life and he was obviously from a successful, af-fluent family.
In his community, he was admired and highly respected as a young man of both character and position. He realized that his wealth and influence came with responsibility and he seemed to embrace that. But, something was still missing. Despite all that he was and had, he knew that he needed to be saved. His stuff wasn’t enough. He also recognized that there was something extraordinary about the authority and teachings of Jesus. In the gospel of Mark it says he ran to Jesus and then, this wealthy, influential man knelt down and humbly asked the simple sandal shoed carpenter, “What must I do to have eternal life?” Jesus saw the young man’s desire to measure up to the mark. Jesus saw his hunger to hear from a man he considered a great teacher. Jesus saw his willingness to do the right thing. Jesus said, “You know the commandments: Do not murder, do not commit adultery, do not steal, do not testify falsely. Do not cheat, honor your father and mother.” "Teacher, I have obeyed all these laws since I was a child.” Before Jesus re-sponded to the rich young ruler, the Bible says he looked at him and he felt great love for him. Then Jesus said, “You lack only one thing – go and sell all you have and give your money to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come fol-low me.” The Bible says the man’s face fell and he went sadly away because he had many possessions. What was that conversation all about? Jesus was extending an invitation to this man to embark on a “God-adventure” with Him. It was up to the man to choose what he would do. As much as he loved God, as much as he obeyed the law, he was entangled in and limited by his possessions. Jesus wanted to give him a new identity and a new name. Jesus was inviting him to come along with Him into a life of walking in God’s plans and God’s purposes where God leads and supplies all that is needed. It’s an invitation that is extended to every follower of Jesus. God isn’t just out to touch our hearts and forgive our sins. God wants to change us. Then he wants to use us. The more we are willing to be changed, the more He is able to use us. I wonder what might have happened if the rich young ruler had said “yes.” I wonder how many times he asked himself that question over the years. What about you? You are created for God-adventures, you know. Don’t settle for a mediocre life because it is safe and predictable. Jesus is inviting you to walk with Him. You have to let go of everything else so you can hold on to Him. Don’t miss out on His purposes for you. Say “yes!” and grab hold. Pastor Frank
Perfect Attendance for
October 2016
Ele. A & B Doris Chlastak Pat Fowler
Men’s Bible Class Pastor Frank Bill Clanahan Steve Fowler Ed Lewis
Homebuilders Margie Champion Gail Doss Kay Gilbreath Gleta Gorman Mary Grobe Betty Jackson Eva Kay Smith
At Home Bobby Brannum, Dr. Bob Casey,
Margena Halferty, Bryce Hinkson, Ramona Sutton
Nursing Home Residents C.M. Wilson (Oakdale)
Cedargate Assisted Living Pauline Hearne (Phase 2, #9)
Oakdale Assisted Living Wilma Burwell, Mary Fears,
Bettie Linn
[Names will remain on our Prayer Concern list until the Church Office is notified to
remove them.]
Cristian Women’s Fellowship
Thursday, November 17 1:30 p.m. at Anne’s Home
Hostesses: Anne Roberts
Program: LaVerne Matthews