May 2, 2017 Volume 18 3440 Zion Road Henderson, KY 42420 Phone: 270-826-4405

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Church Staff E-Mail Addresses

Pastor Andy Weaver: andy@gracepointhenderson.com

Brenda Chase: brenda@gracepointhenderson.com

We live to worship, proclaim, and become

fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.

May 3: Wednesday Meal Ohio Mission Trip Fundraiser May 3: Vision Team Meeting after the Service May 4: National Day of Prayer/Meet at Central Park at 5:00 p.m./Presbyterian Church in Case of Rain May 4: Trustees’ Meeting, 6:00 p.m. May 6: Blessed Women’s Brunch, 9:00 a.m.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR THE WEEK AHEAD

Sunday Wednesday

9:00 a.m. Sunday School 5:15 p.m. Supper

10:15 a.m. Morning Worship 5:45 p.m. Prayer Time

6:00 p.m. Evening Worship 6:15 p.m. Bible Study

Office Hours

Monday through Thursday 7:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.

Friday 8:00 a.m.-12:00 noon

The deacon ordination service for Matt Meuth will be held during the evening service this Sunday, May 7th.

After the morning service on May 7th, we will vote on Alex Messamore as an elder.

Faith of Our Fathers

Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. Hebrews 11:1 This past December, I bought a Bing Crosby Christmas CD and was enjoying his songs, but right after God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, he sang Faith of Our Fathers. I thought to myself, “What does that have to do with Christmas?” and skipped over to the next song, I’ll Be Home for Christmas. A few days later, I was listening to the CD again and decided to listen to Faith of Our Fathers. When it was finished, I played it again and really concentrated on the words and thought about what those words meant.

I later researched the history of this song, and found that it refers to the faith of martyred leaders of the Roman Catholic church during the 16th century, but it could also refer to martyred Christians of today. Around the world, Christians are imprisoned for their faith. They are not afraid of whatever happens to them in order to tell others about Christ.

Here are the verses and what God spoke to me about them:

Verse 1 Faith of our fathers, living still, In spite of dungeon, fire and sword; O how our hearts beat high with joy Whene’er we hear that glorious Word!

Are we ready to suffer for the cause of Christ? Are our hearts joyful whenever we hear the Word of God?

Verse 2 Our fathers, chained in prisons dark, Were still in heart and conscience free; How sweet would be their children’s fate, If they, like them, could die for thee.

Christians in prisons, free in Christ! Think of Paul and Silas chained in prison, singing praises to God (Acts 16:25). Honestly, I would be angry and crying. Some situations we endure in life seem like we’re chained in prison, but we need to remember that we are free in Christ, and He will see us through those rough times.

The words that bothered me in this verse are these: “How sweet would be their children’s fate, If they, like them, could die for thee.” Throughout history, many children, whether they were young or adult children, have died for the cause of Christ. Naturally, Continued on page 2

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I don’t want my children to die, for any reason. I thought about the teens killed at school in Columbine, because they were Christians. But I do want my children to have such a strong faith in Christ that they would be willing to die for Him.

The verse that really spoke to me is this: Verse 3

Faith of our Fathers, we will love Both friend and foe in all our strife; And preach Thee, too, as love knows how By kindly words and virtuous life.

It’s easy to love friends, but I admit, I have serious issues with being friendly to foes, or enemies. By nature, I want to get even with everyone who does evil against my husband and children, or any other family member. How many times have I prayed that God will “take care” of that horrible person? But what about me? Sometimes I’m the foe to someone else. Am I living a virtuous life that would draw others to Christ? Am I kind and loving? Sometimes not, I’m ashamed to admit. We who are Christians would do well to reflect on words like this simple, yet powerful hymn. My desire is for others to see Christ in me and to be drawn to Him. I want enough faith to stand for Christ. What about you?

Brenda Chase

Breakfast Fundraiser

On Mother’s Day morning, we will have a breakfast fundraiser for the youth going to Centrifuge this summer (date

changed). You may make donations for the goodies that will be served that morning—breakfast casserole, sausage bites, milk, juice, and coffee. You

may enjoy your breakfast in your Sunday School classes that morning. If you have any questions, contact Kelly Meuth.

Graduate Recognition

We will have a graduate recognition on May 28th. If you know

of any high school or college graduates who are members of the

church, please let the church secretary or Pastor Andy know so

that they may be recognized.

You are invited to a reception in honor of Elizabeth Johnson’s 90th

birthday, on May 7th, from 2:00—4:00 p.m., at the Gathering Place

at Atkinson Park. No gifts, please.

CHURCH HELPERS

May 7 May 14

Nursery & GLOW Volunteers Nursery & GLOW Volunteers

Kathryn Hart, Emily Hart Kelly Meuth, Sara Weaver

Trustee Lock-Up Trustee Lock-Up

Jason Curneal James Culver

We need $500 for the Brazil mission team to buy Bibles while in Brazil. If you would like to donate, write your checks to Grace Point Church. You may drop your donation in the offering plate or give it to Alex & Kim Messamore, Cyndy

Garrett, or Matt Meuth.

Marsha’s Place Baby Bottles Baby bottles will be available on Mother’s Day for you to take

with you. Put cash or checks in the bottles and return them to the church by Father’s Day. Contact Janet O’Nan or Deenie Russell if

you have questions.

“Count your Blessings” Brunch Saturday, May 6th

9:00-11:30

Fellowship Hall ~ Childcare Available

Special Guest Speaker: Daphne Parker

Sign up at the Welcome Table in the Lobby

For All Women Bring a Guest

May Mowing Schedule

Week of May 1: Paul Viars, Glen Winstead Week of May 8: Nicholas Hart, Kathryn Hart Week of May 15: Sue Crowley, Steve Heltsley Week of May 22: Andy, Alex, & Seth Weaver Jason & Amy Curneal Week of May 29: Need Volunteers

Class Leaders for Wednesday Night Prayer Time at 5:45 p.m.

May 10: McGan/Parker’s Class May 17: Paul Willett’s Class May 24: Larry Pendergraft’s Class May 31: Children/Youth Classes

Please pray for our upcoming mission trips:

Ohio: June 7-10 Brazil: June 13-23