Christian Visitor Weekly Newsletter Volume 71 ~ Issue 39 September 25, 2018

Office Hours: Monday ~ Thursday [8:00 a.m. ~ 4:30 p.m.]

Office Phone: 785-448-3452 Website: www.fccgarnett.org

Living as God’s heir requires living by faith in God’s goodness and promise. In Numbers 13, we read how Moses sent spies into the land of Canaan— the territory God had promised to the Israelites—to do surveillance. A man from each tribe of Israel was chosen and sent to spy out the land (vs 2). When the men returned, the spies reported conflicting stories of their findings (verses 30–33). “But Caleb quieted the people before Moses and said, "Let us go up at once and occupy it, for we are well able to overcome it." Then the men who had gone up with him said, "We are not able to go up against the people, for they are stronger than we are.” Numbers 13:30-31 ESV The members of the community grumbled and rebelled against Moses and Aaron after

hearing the negative reports. What the Israelites overlooked was that God had not told

them to take the land by force—but to receive it as a gift. God had clearly said that he was

“giving [the land] to the Israelites” (verse 2).

God judged his people’s unbelief with forty years of wandering in the wilderness

(Numbers 14:29–35). The unbelieving generation died. God ultimately chose Joshua, one

of the two believing spies, to replace Moses and lead the people into their inheritance—the

Promised Land (Joshua 1:1–3).

Joshua took God at his word that the Lord was giving the land to the Israelites, even

though he and the people faced raging rivers, walled cities, and fierce enemies. We enter

our inheritance through faith in God’s solid promise that we are co-heirs with Christ.

At times we feel rejected, unworthy, and deficient, but we have this unshakable promise

from God that he has endless resources available to us.

1. God has endless love for us. (1 John 3:1)

2. God has endless hope for us. (Hebrews 10:23).

3. God has endless grace for us. (Ephesians 2:8).

4. God has endless wisdom for us. (James 1:5).

Jesus is the Son of God! He lived on this earth with all the resources of heaven available

to him. The Bible says we are like him in this world. We are His Children! We, too, are

children of God and co-heirs with Christ. For this reason, we do not need to live with timid

imaginations and small faith! Like Joshua, we can choose to be strong and courageous in

entering into our inheritance.

Blessings, Chris

SEPTEMBER 23, 2018 ATTENDANCE

SUNDAY SCHOOL ~ 48 WORSHIP SERVICE: 8:00 A.M. ~ 61 10:30 A.M. ~ 124 FINANCIAL REPORT THIS WEEK

GENERAL $3572 | TO DATE: $16363 NEW BUILDING $90 | TO DATE: $2130

Our FCC New Building Fund (NBF): It’s been a while since I reported what’s happening

with our NBF. You may recall we spent over $1,265,000 on our new building which was

basically completed in June 2017. We entered 2018 still owing only about $98,000, which

was and still is amazing. So far, this year, we have spent about $8,800 more on the new

building (mostly on audio/visual improvements), and we have managed to pay $57,500

toward loan retirement leaving us with an unpaid balance of $41,250 at this time. We

continue to regularly pay $500 per month toward loan retirement. We have been soooo

blessed with members who love the Lord and FCC, generously giving and designating to

NBF a part of their monthly gift to FCC, and also with several Memorial Funds which have

been designated to the NBF. Right now, our NBF operating fund has a balance of $12,000

with very little in expenditures in sight, so it is probable the General Board will soon approve

paying down the loan balance even further. Meanwhile, your gifts to the NBF are still needed

to help finish paying off the loan, and to help us grow toward the future. May the Lord

continue to bless each of you and FCC. Thank you, Burke Rogers, Treasurer

SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS REPORTS

The Opportunity Class had six present Sunday and Robert Allen as a guest. Four had their

Bible with three daily readers. Mary Hamilton opened their class in prayer followed by

leading the class lesson on “God Creates the Family,” Genesis 2:18-24 / 4:1-2.

Prayer Requests: Donna Banman (Mary Hamilton), Darwin Hamilton, Cathy Spangler and

family, all those fighting cancer, pastor and family and leaders and military.

The SOS Class had eleven present Sunday. Ten had their Bibles with four daily readers.

Burke Rogers opened their class in prayer, followed by leading the class lesson, Chapter 3

of Unshakeable Hope by Max Lucado.

Prayer Requests: Roger & Phyllis Adams, Marie Anderson family, Gary & Linda Benjamin,

Mike Burns, Barbara Craig, Darwin Hamilton, family of Shirley Hastert, Norma Hermreck

(traveling), Juanita Kellerman, Rolena Kennard, Jo Lowe, Barbara McMillan, Nelda Potter,

Cathy Spangler and family, Valerie Todd (daughter of Bea Lile), Maurice White (brother) &

Tanya (niece) (family of Loydene West), Dick & Velva Wilson, Jeanine Zentner

Welcome Guests To FCC! We’re Glad That You Could Visit with Us! And

hope does not put us to shame, because God's love has been poured out into

our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us. Romans 5:5

Apollo Spring grandson of Steve & Marcia Spring; Jaxson McAdam grandson of Doug &

Connie Meyer

Results for the Annual Elections for Elder, Deacons, and Trustee

Sunday, September 23, 2018 following both the 8:00 a.m. and 10:30

a.m. Worship Services First Christian Church held our “Annual Business

Meeting” to elect incoming Elders, Deacons & Trustee. Congratulations

to those who were elected! Please keep the newly elected as well as all the Elders, Deacons

and officers at FCC in your prayers as they serve the Lord and guide us in HIS ways.

Thank you so much for all the love, support and prayers through the last

few years and especially the last few months of George’s journey here on

earth. Everyone was so accepting of his increasing problems. Without all

this help it would have been much harder to go on. How blessed we are to

have so many good friends. In Christian Love, Jeanine and family

Dear First Christian Church Family, Thank you for the beautiful flowers

and candle and the special visit from the care team during the care team

during this difficult time. It’s so difficult to lose a parent and so comforting

to know we have such caring people around us. We are truly blessed to

have good support. God Bless You All, Garren & Mary Hunt

* All-Church Campout is October 5-7th. If you would like to reserve a

camping spot, please contact Marsha Dulin. The cost for camping is

$24.00 and tent campers are encouraged to come out at no fee. The

Saturday potluck dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m. Please bring in your

camping fees to Marsha in the office prior to the campout. FCC will

provide hamburgers, hotdogs, cups, plates, napkins, silverware and drinks. If your last

name begins with A-M please bring a side dish | if your last name begins with N-Z please

bring a dessert to share. In the event of rain Saturday, the evening meal will be held at FCC.

Church Worship Service Schedule for Sunday, October 7th are: 8:00 a.m. Traditional Service

will be held at FCC | 9:15 a.m. Sunday School will be held at North Lake & FCC 10:30a.m.

Contemporary Service at Northlake (Take Note: There will be NO 10:30 a.m. Worship

Services at FCC). In the event of rain on Sunday morning the church services will be held

at FCC. Hope you will come out to enjoy the festivities!

Elders: Doug Meyer: 105 Yes - 4 No | David Bilderback: 106 Yes - 3 No

Deacons:

Jeff Barnes: 106 Yes - 3 No | Cody Clark: 110 Yes - 1 No | Karl Hurt: 105 Yes - 5 No

Ben King: 110 Yes - 1 No | Nate Wiehl: 111 Yes - 0 No | Lynn Wilson: 111 Yes - 0 No

Trustee: Greg Gwin: 108 Yes - 3 No

THIS WEEK AT FCC - Tuesday, September 25 Thru Monday, October 1

Tuesday, September 25

Study Your Bible meet in Library at 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday Prayer Group meet in the Annex at 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, September 26 Happy Birthday Spencer Clark, Ben King, Brenna Gruver

See You at the Pole / students meet at ACJH school flag pole / Time: 7:00 a.m. / for a

time of prayer, singing and fellowship / Donuts & juice will be provided!

ROOTS Kids Program KICKOFF at FCC begins at 5:30 p.m. and ends at 7:00 p.m.

Dinner will be at 5:30 p.m. / program at 5:50 p.m. / Age: 4 years thru 6th grade

Mission Team will meet at the Annex at 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, September 27 Happy Birthday Jordan Miller

The Christian Crafters meet at 10:00 a.m. at the Annex

Harvester’s Food Distribution ~ 4:00 p.m. ~ Quonset Hut

Crossroads Hospice Support Group meet at 6:00 p.m. in the Annex

Friday, September 28 Happy Birthday Kay Wilson

Happy Anniversary John & Carol Hermreck

Saturday, September 29 Happy Anniversary Earl & Ruth Peine

Mission Haiti Garage Sale at Annex from 8:00 a.m. to?

Sunday, September 30 Happy Birthday April Powls

Happy Anniversary Michael & Sandra Howery

Legacy Youth meet ~ 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Monday, October 1 Happy Birthday Wilma McIntosh

The Christian Woodworkers meet weekly on Monday’s at 8:30 a.m.

Sunday, October 7 ~ GARNETT LIFE CHAIN 2018

Please join us for a one-hour silent prayer vigil. Life Chain is a peaceful, prayerful, public

witness of Americans in the world.

• It will be held Sunday, October 7, 2018 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. This is a rain or shine event.

• Meet in parking lot of Anderson County Sale Barn (Park Rd /Hwy 59) 15 minutes prior

for prayer & pick up signs.

• We will stand on Maple St (Hwy 59) between Park Road & 4th Ave.

• Bring your whole family – water, lawn chairs, umbrellas & strollers are welcome and

encouraged.

• Please contact Mary Hamilton if you have any questions at 785-448-6526.

• Also, see www.lifechain.net for more information.

Our Veterans and Military

Air Force: Paul Kuder, nephew of Reid & Karen Miller |Matthew Schryer, Grandson of

Frieda Hurt & nephew of Marcia Spring | Nicholas L Wales, grandson of Orville & LaVerne

Cole | Jesse Hale, nephew of Rosemary Turner | Army: Dustin Worthington, grandson of

Max & Deb Worthington | Ethan Bilderback, grandson of Dave & Janette Bilderback | Thad

Dodds, grandson of Alice Chase | Nick Watkins, son of Steve Watkins | BJ Moody, grandson

of Tom & Janice Tush | Marines: Noah Kuder, grand-nephew of Reid & Karen Miller |

Spencer Guyett, great grandson of Alice Chase | Navy: Alyssa Morford, granddaughter of

Les & Lennet Thomas

Our Loved Ones in Care Centers

Morningstar Care Home: Birdie Zentner | Guest Homes: Ruth Gorrell | Parkview

Heights: Jean Brown | Ruby Schuster | Ruth Allen | Gladys Young | Residential Living:

Vera Wills | Diana Bowen | Richmond Care: Velva Wilson, Pat Buzzard

Extended Family & Friends Long Term

Roger & Phyllis Adams | Donna Banman (Mary

Hamilton) | Linda Benjamin | Mike Burns | Ardis Comfort

(Gayla Corley) | Barbara Craig | Lois Gebert | Eugene

Grimes (nephew of Judy Tisor) | Clarence Hermann | Jim

Jordan | Willis Kramer (dad of Sandy Lewis) | Jo Lowe

(Ken & Barbara McMillan / Judy Tisor) | Jim McAllister |

Wilma McIntosh and all my family | Debbie (Kent) Miller

(cousin of Vicki Hulett) | Waunita Porter (Larry Porter) | Nelda Potter | Steve Richardson (son

of Reed & Carol) | Becky Roush (Carol Hermreck & Carolyn Schuster) | Bill Thornton, Sr. |

Jack and Arlene Udelhofen of Ottawa | Steve Watkins | Maurice & Carol White (brother /

sister in law), Tanya (niece) family of Loydene West

Our Church Families / Friends

AFTER 3 WEEKS, YOUR PRAYER REQUEST WILL BE REMOVED UNLESS YOU WRITE ON THE SUNDAY FLAP,

PHONE OFFICE: 785-448-3452 OR EMAIL MARSHA DULIN: MARSHA@FCCGARNETT.ORG

Week 1, September 23: the family of George Zentner ~ the family of Steve Spangler ~

Cathy Maloney (friend of Judy Tisor) ~ Darwin Hamilton (Mary Hamilton) ~ Cameron

Shilling & Mike Guinn (Gayla Corley)

Week 2, September 16: Cindy Witt (niece of Gayla Corley) ~ Casey Hurt (daughter of Karl

& Morgan Hurt)

Week 3, September 9: Eugene Grimes (nephew of Judy Grimes) ~ Jo Lowe (Judy Tisor) ~

Tanyua Davis (cousin of Judy Tisor / loss of her father) ~ Rose Dennison ~ Ramona Taylor

~ Samanto Daniels & God Bless America (Rosemary Turner) ~ Micheal McMillan (son of

Ken & Barb McMillan) ~ Alice Marie Leim

The Mission trip to Haiti is scheduled for Jan. 13 - 18,2019.

They are having a few fundraisers they would like to share

the dates with you:

• Garage Sale Saturday, September 29 at the Annex. It

is from 9:00 until ?. Donations of garage sale items are

welcome. Please no shoes or clothes.

• Hog Raffle – Tickets will go on sale Oct. 1, 2018 and the drawing will be Dec. 1, 2018.

This will be for a whole hog plus processing. Tickets will be 1 for $5 or 5 for $20.

• Soup/Bake Sale in conjunction with the Christian Crafters sale at the New Family Life

Saturday, December 1, 2018.

Christian Crafters

The ladies at Christian Crafters are busy getting

ready for their Christmas Craft Sale. This year the

sale will be held on December 1st in the new

addition of the Church. We work hard making many

handmade items and sell them, then donate the

profits back to the church or other charitable

organizations.

The Sale has been at Parkside in the past, but this

year we are partnering with the Mission Team for an

event to please all your senses.

The Crafters will have their items to sell, and the

Mission Team will be making homemade soup and

baked goods for you to eat there or take home that

day.

We will also be selling chances to win one of our two

newest quilts finished. Proceeds from the ticket

sales will go toward paying off the construction

costs for the addition on the church. There is a

patriotic theme lap quilt and a Queen/king size quilt

as well. The large quilt is 96 x 110 inches in size.

These will be on display in the new entry of the

church soon, and you can get tickets from any of

the Crafters. Contact Connie Meyer at 913-909-

7164 if you are interested in purchasing tickets for

the quilts or if you would like to join the crafters.

They meet in the Annex on Thursday’s from 10:00

a.m. until noon weekly. Queen/King quilt, 96 x 110 inches

Patriotic lap quilt, 60 x 70 inches

Gift baskets with kitchen items $25

Reminders for Serving in October 2018 Worship Services October Deacons: Dan Dulin, Jeff Finn, Lynn Wilson, Mike Croucher, Ron Anderegg

October Communion Tray Preparation: Gary & Kim Stapp Elder | Usher Elder | Offering Deacon Communion to Shut Ins Communion Offertory Prayer Devotion

October 7 Doug Meyer Jason Sjorlund Craig Cole Bill Ratliff October 14 Doug Meyer Mike Zentner Gaylon Corley Dane Byerley October 21 Kevin Lewis Steve Spring James Dodd unknown October 28 Larry Varvel Doug Meyer Aaron Hedrick Greg Gwin 8:00 am Pianist | Song Leader 10:30 am | Song Leader 8:00 am Audio | Visual 10:30 am Audio | Visual October 7 Nancy Horn | Chris Goetz Worship Team Dylan Cole | Sophia Cole Jonathan Born | Hope Goetz October 14 Carmen Powls | April Powls Worship Team Diana Knox | Cheryl Varvel Nate Wiehl | Hope Goetz October 21 Nancy Horn | Chris Goetz Worship Team Dylan Cole | Sophia Cole Virgil Wight | Autumn Romig October 28 Carmen Powls | April Powls Worship Team Dylan Cole | Sophia Cole April Powls | Morgan Crabtree

10:30 am Worship Service Greeters West Entrance South Entrance October 7 Norma Hermreck / Miranda Thummell Dave & Janette Bilderback October 14 James & Becky Dodd Frankie Swango October 21 Diana Knox Bill & Barbara Ratliff October 28 Craig & Jody Cole Nathan & Nicole Wiehl family

October 1 Wilma McIntosh October 3 Carmen Powls

Audrey Gruver Bailey Gruver

October 5 Linda Benjamin Velva Wilson

October 7 Shirley Modlin October 8 Shelby Hurt October 11 Charlotte Cox October 12 Ruth Gorrell October 13 Ken McMillan October 14 Kevin Lewis Collin Corley

October 16 Bethany Powls October 17 Benjamin Wiehl October 19 Doris Wilson

Jonathan Born October 20 Marissa Friend October 22 Dan Hiestand

Olivia Mundy October 24 Dylan Cole

Sophia Cole Heather Corley

October 26 Emily Adams October 29 Carl Ulses October 30 Sandy Erhart

OCTOBER ANNIVERSARIES

October 9 Nathan & Nicole Wiehl

October 12

Howard & Donna Williams

October 12 Dane & Holly Byerley

October 20

Jim & Charlotte Cox

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH ELDERS

*Kevin Lewis: 785-204-2257 Doug Meyer: 913-909-7680 Jason Sjorlund: 785-448-7660

Steve Spring: 913-215-8290 Larry Varvel: 785-448-5794 Mike Zentner: 785-204-1105

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH DEACONS

Ron Anderegg: 785-448-4537 Jonathan Born: 620-340-7784 Dane Byerley: 785-304-2831

Cody Clark: 785- 448-8093 Craig Cole: 785-448-4504 Gaylon Corley: 785-448-8373

Mike Croucher: 785-448-8077 James Dodd: 785-418-5479 Dan Dulin: 785-204-1185

Jeff Finn: 620-431-8486 Greg Gwin: 785-229-5105 Aaron Hedrick 785-304-1236

Earl Peine: 785-448-6186 Bill Ratliff: 785-248-3854 Nathan Wiehl: 785-204-2178

Lynn Wilson 785-448-3451

PASTOR

Chris Goetz, Senior Pastor | Phone: 503-474-7965 | Email: chris@fccgarnett.org

SECRETARY

Marsha Dulin, Secretary | Office: 785-448-3452 | Cell Phone: 785-448-4367 | Email: marsha@fccgarnett.org