Join us tonight for: Message in the Music Josh Kingcade Giving

12/2/2012
Giving Grace
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone,
the new has come! All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself
through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation: that God was
reconciling the world to himself in Christ, not counting men’s sins against
them. And he has committed to us the message of reconciliation. We are
therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal
through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf: Be reconciled to God
(2 Corinthians 5:17-20).
We’re not only to be the _____________ of grace; we’re to be the
________________ of grace.
And now, brothers, we want you to know about the grace that God has
given the Macedonian churches. Out of the most severe trial, their overflowing joy and their extreme poverty welled up in rich generosity. For I
testify that they gave as much as they were able, and even beyond their
ability (2 Corinthians 8:1-3).
_________________ is the most tangible way to ___________________.
Entirely on their own, they urgently pleaded with us for the privilege of
sharing in this service to the saints (2 Corinthians 8:4).
Anyone can ______________
the vision of ____________.
56 A.D.
(2 Cor. 8:10)
55 A.D.
(1 Cor. 16:1-4)
But just as you excel in everything—in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in
complete earnestness and in your love for us—see that you also excel in
this grace of giving (2 Corinthians 8:7).
So I thought it necessary to urge the brothers to visit you in advance and
finish the arrangements for the generous gift you had promised. Then it
will be ready as a generous gift, not as one grudgingly given (2 Corinthians 9:5).
1.
Prepare your _____________________.
2.
Prepare your ______________.
There will be a Blood Drive Sunday,
January 6, 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.,
in the Gym. Sign up at the table in
the foyer.
Joy Leazer is in Edmond Specialty
Hospital, #305.
Randy Northcott’s father, Don
Northcott, is in the Baptist Burn
Unit.
Dunks for Diapers: Lilyfield Christian Adoption and Foster Care is
teaming up with the OC Women’s
Basketball Team to benefit foster
children. Admission will be free to
the Dec. 6 OC basketball game at
6 p.m. with donation of diapers,
wipes, or new baby items for age
0-24 months. For more information, call 216-5240 or visit www.
lilyfield.org.
Prayer Requests:
Thank You:
Bill Seeger is in the Oklahoma Heart
Hospital, #203, following bypass
surgery.
Sunday Morning ~ Phil Brookman
30 A.D.
(1 Cor. 16:32-34)
Hospitalized:
_____________ hearts become _______________ hearts when they
experience the _______________________.
2 Corinthians 9:12-15
Giving ignites _____________ of the ____________ in the lives of others.
The greatest effect of a _______________ ______________ is that it
becomes an ____________________ for the _____________________
Austen Crawley, newborn grandson
of Kelly & Jamie Hart, was born
prematurely and is hospitalized in
Houston.
Lou Phillips underwent cataract
surgery last week.
The ongoing Prayer List has been
updated and can be found on the
greeters’ stations, at Information
Central, and on the tables in the
auditorium. Pick one up today!
Births:
Congratulations to...
Luke & Stephanie Christian on the
birth of their daughter, Sarah Kate,
Wednesday, Nov. 28. Grandparents are Larry & Diane Gordon.
Kelly & Jamie Hart on the birth of
their grandson, Austen Henry
Crawley, Monday, Nov. 26, to Seth
& April Crawley of Houston, Texas.
Showers:
Baby Girl Shower for Jordan (Findley) Sanchez will be this afternoon
from 1:30-3, at Kim Whitesell’s.
She is registered at Target and
Babies R Us.
Bridal Shower for Jessica Hauf will
be this afternoon from 2:30-4, in
The Parlor. She is registered at
Target, Dillard’s, and Bed Bath &
Beyond.
Miscellaneous:
Young Adults Winter Worship will
be Friday, December 7, 7 p.m.,
in the Sr. High Room. Everyone,
young and old, is invited to join us
for Christmas and praise songs,
followed by snacks and fellowship.
For more information, contact
Alan Middleton.
We would like to thank everyone for
all your prayers, calls, visits, and
cards before and after Jim’s back
surgery. I know we can’t get by
without the love of God and our
Church Family. Thanks again.
In Christian love, Jim & Sue Hawkins
Elder Available:
Joe McCormack and Lynn McMillon
will be available in the Conference
Room for consultation following
the 5 p.m. worship.
Join us tonight
for:
Message in the
Music
Josh Kingcade
Mug Someone
Today!
Members, don’t forget
to stop by Information
Central after class or
worship to see if there
are any mugs you can
deliver today. Thanks!
December 2, 2012
Memorial Road Church of Christ
2013 Tenative Budget
Global Outreach
International
6,030
Missions218,850
Salaries & Benefits
502,206
727,086
Local Outreach
Capitol Hill Grant
115,500
Celebrate Recovery
18,720
Community Outreach
12,000
Disaster Relief
2,000
Our Town
10,400
Prison65,700
Qgroups1,700
Salaries & Benefits
340,548
566,568
Nurture
Care & Counseling
Community Service
Salaries & Benefits
23,000
60,905
113,318
197,223
Edification, Feeding the Flock
Adult Education
9,500
Children’s Education
71,890
Leadership Training for Christ 9,000
Men’s8,250
Senior Care
4,200
Women’s 3,410
Worship22,000
Young Adults
11,400
Salaries & Benefits
744,251
883,901
Student Ministries
Campus42,700
Youth50,801
Salaries & Benefits
343,089
436,590
Planning & Support
Buildings & Grounds
556,646
Congregational Development
Communications69,150
Elders Fund
8,000
Involvement13,100
Technology Resources
27,200
Transportation47,775
Salaries & Benefits
408,137
1,130,008
Debt Service & Administration
Administration334,380
Debt Service
529,920
864,300
Tenative Budget Total
4,805,676
Tenative Per Week Budget
92,417
Next Sunday,
Dec. 9, we will
distribute and
collect purpose
cards for 2013.
We ask that this week you
prayerfully consider as a family how much you can give in
2013. Purpose cards will be
collected during the morning worship services. If you
will not be here next week or
would like your card early, you
can pick up one at Information Central or the Auditorium
stage. Purpose cards can be
given to any elder, minister, or
Jeff Bingham.
December 2, 2012
Wednesday:
Earlybird Bible Class...5:15 p.m.
Bible Class (all ages).7:00 p.m.
Thursday (Sept-April):
Center for Women’s
Bible Studies............... 9:30 a.m.
Men’s Bible Study....... 9:30 a.m.
Please visit us online at
www.mrcc.org
where you will find:
• Our roster of elders & staff
• Our worship emphasis for
the upcoming Sunday
• A full list of upcoming
events
• Sermon audio and other
resources
• Much more
Church Stats
Baptisms in 2012.................... 207
Sunday, November 25
Bible Class Total....................1695
A.M. Worship Total............... 1777
P.M. Worship Total................ 538
November Offering...$344,838
November Budget...... $355,184
Wednesday, November 27
Bible Class Total..................... 1133
2221 East Memorial Road
Edmond, OK 73013
405.478.0166
FAX: 405.478.8872
Website: www.mrcc.org
Thank you very much for your
help with Thanksgiving Day in the City!
With your help and God’s blessings,
MRCC provided meals for 1,460 people
in the community. Those meals were
delivered to 150 locations in Edmond,
Oklahoma City, Luther, and the surrounding area. In addition, approximately 200 of our 500 volunteers ate
lunch together after the work was
completed. If you are one of those
folks, you can attest with me that our
volunteers are fabulous cooks!
We hope that you were blessed
by serving and that our meal recipients
were blessed by receiving. Please continue to pray for those who received,
that their life situations may be improved and that they will feel the love
of God and His church.
Again, thanks for your help last
week. All of your good work made this
year’s event go as smoothly as ever.
-Greg & Carrie Schaefer, Neil & Joni
Arter, Scott & Teri Mueller,
and Jimmy & Holly Arter
Single Parents:
This Saturday, Dec. 8
Holiday Breakfast, 9:30-10:30,
Campus Lounge in the Summit
All MRCC single parents please join us
for breakfast, treats, and holiday cheer.
Kids’ Holiday Hangout (9:30-1:00) for
children (ages 5-13) of single parents.
Kids will enjoy holiday crafts, lunch, and
other activities, while parents have a
little free time.
Learn more and RSVP at mrcc.org/care
Upcoming Events
December
Capitol Hill:
Volunteers are always needed at Capitol Hill to fill a number of various roles
on a variety of days each week. Looking for a place to serve? Contact
David North at dnorth@mbopartners.com or 850-9306.
Care and Counseling:
DivorceCare for Adults meets Wednesdays, 6:30-8 p.m., in A201. Childcare is
available.
DivorceCare for Kids (for children ages 5-12) meets Fridays, 7 p.m., in A113.
For details on Care and Counseling programs, contact their office at 607-6432
or visit mrcc.org/care.
Celebrate Recovery:
Do you desire hope and a better future for your life? Join us for Celebrate Recovery, a Christ-centered recovery program that meets every Friday night.
Dinner at 6:00, worship at 7:00. For details, go to mrcc.org/CR, or contact
Travis Davidson at 409-7265 or celebraterecovery@mrcc.org.
Children’s:
Christmas Ornament Party:
Saturday, Dec. 8, 1-3 p.m., in the Preschool wing, for children age 4 - 5th
grade. Children make ornaments, while giving parents a great opportunity
to do some Christmas shopping! The cost is $5 per child for supplies and a
snack. Please enroll your child by emailing Jill Jones at jill.jones@mrcc.org.
A TIME FOR OUR GUESTS TO LEARN
MORE ABOUT OUR CHURCH FAMILY
EVERY SUNDAY AT 9:30 A.M.
IN THE PARLOR (ROOM A114)
Gifts for
Holiday Giving
2012 are due
today!!
Women’s:
Winter Small Group Bible Studies: New small group studies begin in January
on Wednesday mornings (child care provided), Wednesday evenings, Tuesdays/Wednesdays lunch hour, and Thursday evenings. Register at mrcc.org/
women or Ministry Central. Study guides are on display at Ministry Central.
Meet Next Week!
Youth:
Youth Christmas Dinner & Talent Show: Tonight, 6:15-8:00 in the gym. Cost
$3. Bring a $5 Dirty Santa gift.
Wednesday After School and Hangout: Dec. 5; dinner (Chick-fil-a); cost $3.
Senior Lunch: Friday, Dec. 7, at Mazzio’s.
Winterfest Deposit Due: $50 Non-refundable deposit is due. Spaces are limited. Jan. 18-20. Depart from the Summit at 1:00 p.m. Friday, Jan. 18. Parents,
make arrangements to check your students out early that day.
Girls’ Christmas Caroling (7th-12th): Tuesday, Dec. 11, 6:30-9. Eat dinner
before you come. Meet at the north side of the Summit. Cocoa and cookies
afterwards in the lounge.
Honduras $100 Deposit due Wednesday, Dec. 12: Plane tickets will be purchased based on the deposits.
Check out Ministry Central in the Main Foyer for more information about
all of our ministries and upcoming events.
2 Baby Girl Shower for Jordan
Sanchez, 1:30-3, Kim Whitesell’s
2 Bridal Shower for Jessica Hauf,
2:30-4, Parlor
2 Gifts for Holiday Giving Due
2Johnnie’s Heartbeat for Hope
Day
2 Youth Christmas Dinner, 6 p.m.,
Gym
7 Young Adults Worship & Fellowship, 7 p.m., Sr. High Room
7 Polar Express Movie Night,
7 p.m., S1
8 Single Parents Holiday Breakfast,
9:30 a.m., Campus Lounge
8 Children (age 5-13) of Single Parents Hangout, 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
8 Christmas Ornament Party, 1-3
p.m., Preschool Wing
8 CIA Class Party
8 Forever 50 Something Class
Party, 6 p.m., S1
9Johnnie’s World Bible School
Day
9 Brother’s Keeper Group Meetings
9 Kim Hensal’s birthday (Vienna)
10 NAMI Family Support Group,
6:30 p.m., A105
12 Josh Hensal’s birthday (Vienna)
22-26Church offices closed
30Annual City-Wide Worship,
5 p.m., MRCC
BK
Ke e p e r
Sunday:
Worship............. 8:15 &10:45 a.m.
Bible Class......................9:35 a.m.
Evening Worship........5:00 p.m.
Thanksgiving Day
in the City
Brother’s
Meeting Schedule
GROUPS
Friday Dec. 7, 7 p.m., in S1. Hot
chocolate and cookies will be
served. No ticket needed; just
bring a dozen cookies, and give
them to the train conductor. This
is a free event for all ages, so
invite friends and neighbors!
Check with your
BK Leader or
Class Chairman
about your
meeting location.
Tealridge Worship
December 2 (2:30 p.m.)
New Beginnings - Wendell Edwards
December 9 (2:30 p.m.)
New Beginnings - Wendell Edwards
Assisted Living Worship @ 4 p.m.
bill.luttrell@oc.edu