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LEROY CHRISTIAN CHURCH The Cornerstone The Cornerstone Newsletter Date: October 29, 2014 Newsletter Date: October 29, 2014 DIGITAL EDITION DIGITAL EDITION - Issue 22 Issue 22 LCC Offers a New Aspect to the Story LCC Offers a New Aspect to the Story One of the many things that I love about the LeRoy Christian Church is our people. I get excited when our people introduce me to their family members, visiting guests, neighbors, or work colleagues. It is definitely one of the most enjoyable aspects of ministry. However, sometimes family members come and go or guests are here and, for one reason or another. I don’t get to meet them. Or I may have to decline a meal or a home visit because of hospital calling (which we’ve had a lot of lately—please use our Prayer List to pray for them) or a Church event that doesn’t free me up. Once again, Joey Wilson has come to the rescue. Of course any time you miss a service or want to introduce our teaching to a loved one, you can go to our website: http://leroychristianchurch.org and go to the media section, click on launch media player and then pick out the message you want to catch-up on. BUT, we realize that sometimes you don’t have 25-30 minutes to do that, and as an introduction to a loved one, a 3-5 minute spot might be better. So, for a while, Joey is going to be providing a “snippet” for each preceding Sunday’s teaching and you’ll be able to access them on our Church’s YouTube channel. For our first offering we did the “Joshua-Run to the Battle” (about 5 minutes long). This will give us an opportunity to give people a taste of what we’re doing. It also serves as a quick way to stay in sync with The Story if you have had to miss any of the messages. You may view the Joshua short clip at: http://youtu.be/KQmOaRd-k8g One last thing, since we are wrapping up our Decisions Class, these short videos will also serve to help all of us introduce guests and friends to Jesus in hopes they will make life-transforming decisions. We hope this will be a blessing to you! Blessings, Jeff
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One of the many things that I love about the LeRoy Christian Church is our people. I get excited when our people introduce me to their family members, visiting guests, neighbors, or work colleagues. It is definitely one of the most enjoyable aspects of ministry. However, sometimes family members come and go or guests are here and, for one reason or another. I don’t get to meet them. Or I may have to decline a meal or a home visit because of hospital calling (which we’ve had a lot of lately—please use our Prayer List to pray for them) or a Church event that doesn’t free me up. Once again, Joey Wilson has come to the rescue. Of course any time you miss a service or want to introduce our teaching to a loved one, you can go to our website: http://leroychristianchurch.org and go to the media section, click on launch media player and then pick out the message you want to catch-up on. BUT, we realize that sometimes you don’t have 25-30 minutes to do that, and as an introduction to a loved one, a 3-5 minute spot might be better. So, for a while, Joey is going to be providing a “snippet” for each preceding Sunday’s teaching and you’ll be able to access them on our Church’s YouTube channel. For our first offering we did the “Joshua-Run to the Battle” (about 5 minutes long). This will give us an opportunity to give people a taste of what we’re doing. It also serves as a quick way to stay in sync with The Story if you have had to miss any of the messages. You may view the Joshua short clip at: http://youtu.be/KQmOaRd-k8g One last thing, since we are wrapping up our Decisions Class, these short videos will also serve to help all of us introduce guests and friends to Jesus in hopes they will make life-transforming decisions. We hope this will be a blessing to you!
Blessings, Jeff
YM UPDATE RIPE for HARVEST
It’s here! This time of year was one that I remember missing when I was at school
in Tennessee, because you know “Corn don’t grow at all on Rocky Top, dirt’s too
rocky by far.” So, as much as I love mountains, the amber waves of grain have a
special place in my heart. While the corn and beans are coming into the bins and
elevators, the candy has been coming in here in preparation for the kids who’ll show
up here on Friday evening. The Harvest Party is annually the biggest one-day out-
reach we do around here. Easter would be close, but we get a lot more unchurched
people in for the Harvest Party. Hairsplitting aside, it’s an important night for us
here because we have a great opportunity to impress those who haven’t given
Church a thought for a while. Jesus told his disciples in John 4 to look up and see
that the fields are ripe (or some translations say “white”) for harvest. Corn doesn’t
harvest itself, but kids travel for candy! We’ll have close to 200 people in our
doors on Friday evening. Yes, some faces will be familiar and some are connected
to Churches other than ours, but many will not. Jesus also told his disciples to “ask
the Lord of the harvest to send out workers into his harvest field,” (Luke 10:2).
We’re kind of in a similar situation here. We still need a few more “workers” for
this event on Friday. Sure, it’s busy and loud, but it’s about a 3-hour time commit-
ment. And the grain comes to us! Ask any farmer how good of a deal that is! Call
me if you have a few hours to work in the field, errm…fellowship hall on Friday. It’s
fun work, and remember, it’s a party!
We really need some more help in our Jr. and Sr. High groups. These ages are
crucial years in the discipleship process and having more mentors and people to con-
nect with along the way is a must. If you think you could have a conversation with a
teenager about what they are learning and about how the story of the Bible con-
nects with life, then WE need to have a conversation. Please contact me on my cell
or in the office.
We are collecting candy for the Oct. 31 event this week. Bring your candy dona-
tions to the bin in the foyer. We also need people to run our game stations and
food. Lemme know how you want to help out this year!
The Student International Conference on Missions is coming up November 14-16
in Columbus, OH. This is an uplifting and challenging weekend conference with a
worldwide missions emphasis. SICOM is for Jr. and Sr. High students but is held in
conjunction with the regular missionary convention. If you’d like to go, the cost is
$105 and needs to be paid by Oct. 31.
Blessings,
Joe
WEDNESDAY NIGHT October 29 - Pasta Casserole
WE NEED COOKS! The sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board in the foyer. Check your calendars and your cookbooks to come up with a date and menu
that will work for you! ____________________
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR FALL HARVEST PARTY
Friday, October 31 - 6:00-8:00 p.m. Let Joe/Laura know if you can help so they can assign you a spot!
Or just show up and he’ll put you to work with games, food, or clean up! ____________________
CHRISTMAS GARAGE SALE
The Carpenter’s Inn Friday, October 31 - 1:00-7:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 1 - 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Everything Christmas! Come on up to the Inn and pick up a bargain!
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TRAINING FOR PRESENTATION OPERATORS Formerly Power Point
We are now ready to start training our current and new volunteer operators on our new presentation software, ProPresenter! The first weekend you are scheduled you will sit
with either Lisa (early service) or Joey (late service) as they run the program to give you a good overview of its use and features. If you are comfortable at that point, you can then start operating the machine by yourself at your next-scheduled Worship Service. If you’d prefer another session before you start out by yourself, that’s fine too. Lisa and Joey will
be around at future services to assist you, so please don’t feel overwhelmed. The program is an easy one to run for our Worship Services.
If you have any questions or have not yet volunteered and want to, please contact Joey in the office or by email at [email protected]
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KFC (children’s choir) We will start in November practicing for our Christmas Program
More details to come. ____________________
AREA MEN’S FELLOWSHIP
Tuesday, November 4 - 7:00 p.m. Deland Christian Church
Speaker: Danny Roberts (Deland Minister) Menu: Chicken casserole, green beans, sweet potatoes, cole slaw, pie.
MEN’S RETREAT (in conjunction with LGCA Men’s Retreat) Friday and Saturday, November 7 & 8
Friday - arrive at Camp 5:00 p.m. with supper at 5:30 p.m. Followed by: Visitation & Mission sessions; Elders/Ministers/Servant Leaders Meeting
Movie/Snacks Saturday - scheduled to be handed out on Friday Night
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SENIOR SAINTS GAME NIGHT Saturday, November 8 - 7:00 p.m.
Feel free to bring a snack to share and your favorite game to play! ____________________
BLOOD PRESSURE CHECK
Sunday, November 9 - 9:00-10:00 a.m. ____________________
RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
Thursday, November 20 - 2:00-7:00 p.m. LeRoy Christian Church
Food and Workers Needed Sign-up sheet for baked goods, finger foods, and/or helpers is on the
bulletin board in the foyer! More information coming with details on signing up for blood donations.
Questions? Contact Vickie Gnagey, 962-3407 ____________________
FOOD PANTRY NEWS
The Food Pantry served only three families on Monday, October 13 (we assume some families thought we were closed for Columbus Day). On Monday, October 20 we served
31 families! Thanks you to our helpers! They really came through that night! Thirty-one is a lot to serve in one hour (it did take a little longer than an hour, but not much).
The volunteers are all a great team! The Pantry needs paper towels, peanut butter, jelly, canned fruit, cake mixes,
and boxed dinners.
Staff Open Houses - December 7 - 3:00-5:00 p.m. Christmas Cantata - December 21 - 9:15 a.m.
KFC (Children’s Choir) Christmas Program - Date to be Announced Christmas Eve Program - December 24 - 6:00 p.m.
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If you wish to subscribe to the Cornerstone which will be delivered by e-mail
versus traditional mailing to your home address, please send a message to our
Communication Coordinator, Joey Wilson. [email protected]
Checkout our new Video blog/podcast on our YouTube channel!
You Tube: www.youtube.com/user/LRChristianChurch Features weekly recaps of our sermon series & studies.
New Prayer Management App
Have a difficult time keeping up on and tracking your prayers? Visit https://new.echoprayer.com or search for Echo Prayer
in the iTunes and Google Play stores.
*Don’t forget to change your clocks this weekend*!
PRAYER LIST
We pray for: Our President, World Leaders, Our Church, Sister Churches, Missions,
the Lost, and…
Tests and Test Results:
Upcoming Surgery/Procedures: Teresa Marksteiner
Hospitalization and/or Surgery/Recovery: Ron Munster, Carole Grimes, Laurie
Poindexter Butts, Stan Evans, John Wooten, Kathy Schoenwetter
Healing: Christi Tretheway, John & Betty Kline, Christy Bates’ mother, Mary
Cavello, Mel Reynolds, Barbara Perido, Neal Stechman, Max Chapman, Walter Bo-
hall, Randy Grubaugh, Rick Baker, Winnie Hammer, Larry Strong, Carole Grimes,
Lyman Veach, Kathryn Oakley, Peggy Kennedy, Gwen Green, Bill Mitchell, Linda
Staples, Juanita Dagley, MaryBeth Lunn, Vickie Outinen, Tyler Raper, LaWanda
(Henry) Matson, Mary Evelyn Chubbuck Evans, and all others who need healing.
Healing from Cancer: Buffy Brooks, Tina King, Derek Bryan, David Brittin, Lan-
don Howard, Mary Lavey, DeeAnn Roher Wright, Mike Kelly, Ruth Smith, Alexis
Peterson, Renee Hudson, Kelli Crowdson, Donna (Dean) Johnson, Ed Moreland, Shelli
Ollis, Nancy Spratt, Brynlee Gerber, Wes Rafferty, John Wooten, Kim Gaffney, Son-
dra Woodrum, Don Crutcher, Jan Harden, Anita Richardson, Kenan Worthey, Joe
Wohlwend, Scott Chulfant, Kenny Cook, and all others who need healing from cancer.
Protection/Safety: All of our military personnel and all others who are away from
home
Expectant Mothers: Amy McMahan, Renee Kagel, Katie Gnagey, Bethany Mil-
ler, and Jennifer (Kagel) Medler
Unspoken: (4)
Special Needs:
Praise:
Loss of Loved Ones:
CALLED TO SERVE
November 2 November 9
Greeters Gary/Sharon Gaffney Mike/Betty Hillard
Communion Prep Mallory Monahan Judy Johnson
At the Table ) Mike Hillard Wayne Munster
To the Sick >
At the Door ) Elmo Munster Wayne Brake
Distribution BJ Poindexter John Wohlwend
Kevin Schoenwetter Kenny Albert
Jim Spratt Steve Brickey
Tim Whiteman Ralph Burge
Craig Noe Bryan Tucker
Dalton Noe Jacob Wohlwend
Nursery-Sun. School Tim/Vicki Gnagey Jennifer/Katie Long
Nursery-Ch 1st Tammy Harris Pat Miller
2nd Betty Hillard Deb Wilson
Renee Kagel
Wee Worship Patti Munster Barb Brake
Children Ch 1st 2nd Team #3 Team #3
Sound System 1st Greg Reeves Mike Hillard
2nd Greg Reeves Mike Hillard
Power Point 1st Lisa Lunn Lisa Lunn
2nd Joey Wilson Joey Wilson
Worship Team Mary Lou, Gena Orchestra
Beth, Myrna
Accompanist Mary Lou Diana Jones
If you cannot serve, please find a replacement.
Le Roy Christian Church
603 S. East Street
Le Roy, IL 61752
Phone: (309) 962-6491
Fax: (309) 962-6206
Website: http://leroychristianchurch.org
STAFF
Jeff Mayfield - Senior Minister
Email: [email protected]
Joe Willis - Youth/Associate Minister
Email: [email protected]
Phyllis Norfleet - Office Manager/Secretary
Email: [email protected]
Joey Wilson - Communication Coordinator
Email: [email protected]
OFFICE HOURS
Monday - Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Fridays 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Our Mission: Seeking! Serving! Sending!
Matthew 28:18-20
Sunday Services: 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. - Worship Services
9:15 a.m. - Sunday School
5:30 p.m. - Youth Activities
Wednesday Services: 6:30 p.m. - Bible Studies/Youth Activities
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