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June 24, 2015 Volume XXXV - Number 25

I Surrender All“I Hope You Know”

Last Wednesday night, we gathered together in our fellowship hall for an evening devotional and to celebrate the end of another VBS. It had been a long week by the time we reached the midweek, and yet another time shared by all who came. We watched our kids share some of the work they had done during those three days. We welcomed guests among our number and we fellowshipped for a long time after services were over. We cleaned up and put things back in order, and when it was all said and done, we

went home with our families and we saw another day dawn. For our neighbors in Charleston, SC, last Wednesday night was anything but normal for them. In what is being called the worse church massacre in American history, (reminiscent of the 16th St. Baptist church bombing, September 15, 1963 in Birmingham, AL, where four young girls were killed and 22 others injured), our hearts were broken to learn of this tragedy. Last Wednesday, we learned of nine souls entering eternity at the hands and heartless actions of one, Dylan Storm Roof. We know little good about this young man. He’s 21 years old, unemployed, and has a history of criminal and drug activity. We know he went to the Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church, during the time when they met

for their prayer meeting and bible study. He went there under false pretenses. He was there for about an hour, posing as a guest, and their love and kindness shown to him was overwhelming, so much so, (by his own confession) he almost didn’t follow through with his heinous plan…almost. He killed nine people, the youngest 26, the oldest 87. During Dylan Roof’s bond hearing, one relative of the victims, identified with the last name Sanders, said to him via a video conference, “We welcomed you Wednesday night in our Bible study with open arms. You have killed some of the most beautifulest people that I know. Every fiber in my body hurts ... and I'll never be the same…[but you are forgiven, I forgive you].”

More than anything, what has captured the attention of the world and our nation, has been the message of forgiveness and the seeking of comfort and healing from the One who is able to comfort us in our most desperate times of inexplicable grief. This is neither the time nor the space to debate the finer points of doctrine or faith and practice. It is however appropriate to conclude, when the message of forgiveness which comes only from Jesus Christ, is promoted and practiced, hearts and lives are transformed. We are not watching a city loot, vandalize, riot, or burn to the ground. We’re watching the greater act of love witness to the power found in Jesus Christ. His truth may be able to be confused, but the power of His forgiveness, when practiced, cannot be contained. When you come to the teaching of the Father, you cannot help but be given the clear view of what life can be and should be through the power of Jesus Christ. Our world needs more teaching of Jesus and less rhetoric from Democrats and Republicans. We need more shining of the light and less fighting darkness with more darkness. We’ve already seen the politicizing of this event, and will no doubt see such continue. I hope you know, there is no greater power on this earth, than the newness of a life in Jesus.

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I Surrender All… Weekly Challenge:

Sunday Psalm 15

Monday Psalm 16

Tuesday Psalm 17

Wednesday Psalm 18

Thursday Psalm 19

Friday

Psalm 20

Saturday Psalm 21

Saturday, June 27, 2015 a “Color Run For Alyssa” is planned for 8 A.M. until 12 noon at the Centerville National Guard Armory. Run or walk 5 kilometers and get colored blue. The fee is $20.00. Sign up at Eventbrite.com. ...On Saturday June 27, 2015 at 6:30 P.M. there will be a benefit concert for Alyssa Aydelott and her family. It will be hosted by Evermore Farm's Concert Stage in Lyles, TN.

Starring the Dove Award Nominated Christian Music Group "The Red Roots," with special guests "The Flat Rascals" and "The Grinders Switch Ensemble". 100% of money raised will go to the Aydelott's and Alyssa's recovery. Tickets can be purchased for just $10.00 per person at :https://stay-strong-concert.eventbrite.com/ We ask everyone to share this event and come support Alyssa and her family. There will be concessions available. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Evermore Farms is a non smoking, and alcohol free venue. Volunteers are needed.

Benefits

For Alyssa

Turks & Caicos 2015

Additional copies of the new Centerville Church of Christ directory are available in the church office for $ 10.00 each.

CONTRIBUTION $ 12,261.75 BUDGET

$ 12,651.oo Camp Meribah

$ 137.00

Nursing Home Residents: Life Care Center: Fronia Nash, Christine Sawyer, Georgia Moss, Norma Nicks, Pauline Tilley, Larry Talley, Nellie Kalosis, Helen Hudgins, Lucy Noles, Stella Greer, Paul Litton, Elsie Mathis, Thelma Chessor Dickson Nursing Home: James Clifton Thornton Hickman County Nursing Home: Eltie Davis, Lula Mae Gilliam Dickson Health and Rehab.: Ewen Sullivan Perry County Nursing Home: Lucille Talley

Memorial

The following are recovering from surgery or dealing with an illness: Hezekiah Springer, Sarah Rogers, Charlene Hunt, Katie Lynch, Jean Swaw, Farris Baker, Jr., De’Jay Sanders, Ruth Claud, Gabriel Roberson, Karen Reagan Bradley, Marie Landon, Gerdi Beaman, Rachel Bradley, Barbara Baker, Sheryl Elkins, Amanda Mathis, Richard Tate, Henrietta Rochelle, Jeff Denton.

...June 21-26 Camp Meribah Week 3 ...June 27 Summer Sizzler Jail Ministry Meal ...June 28

4th of July Celebration !!! Following 7 P.M. Worship Service

Food, Fireworks, Fellowship ! Please Bring Cookies or Brownies

...June-28– July 2 Teen Week 4

...Vacation Bible School at the Columbia Avenue Church of Christ, June 22-24, 2015. “The Armor Of God” Classes for all ages Sunday 11 A.M. Guest Speaker: J.T. Booker Monday–Wednesday 6 P.M. Refreshments served. ...Gospel Meeting at the Brush Creek Church of Christ, Highway 100 East, Linden, Tennessee June 28– July 1, 2015 Minister: Roy Sharp Sunday A.M. Bible Study: 10 A.M. Worship: 11:00 Followed by fellowship meal.

Sunday-Wednesday 7 P.M. ...Vacation Bible School at the Upper Sinking Church of Christ at Pleasantville, Tennessee. July 5-8, 2015. Sunday Evening Services 6 P.M. Monday—Wednesday 7 P.M. Classes for all ages. “A Backyard Adventure” “Exploring God’s Word”. ...Walnut Street Family Bible School, July 19-22, 2015. 7-8:30 P.M. Nightly Mission: Possible 201 Center Avenue, Dickson, TN. 37055

...a Memorial has been given to the

Lighthouse Renovation in memory of Jean Plemmons by Elizabeth Boyce. ...a Memorial has been given to the Turks & Caicos Mission Fund in memory of Joe Harper, Lucille Breece, and Jean Plemmons by Bobby & Sandy McFarlin. ...a contribution has been given to Camp Meribah Scholarship Fund in honor of the Aydelott Family by the Fairfield Church of Christ. …a Memorial has been given to Camp Meribah Scholarship Fund in

memory of Joe Harper and Jean Plemmons by Sally Chessor. ...a Memorial has been given to the Mable Dunn Mission Fund for the Turks & Caicos Building in memory of Dale & Mable Dunn, Paul Rogers, and Alfred Williams by Doug & Maxine Shepherd. ...a Memorial has been given to the Turks & Caicos Mission Fund in memory of Joe Harper and Jean Plemmons by Barbara McClanahan. ...a Memorial has been given to the Framing The Future Fund in memory of Joe Harper by the families of Brad Davis, Lynn (Davis) Nelms, and Betty Davis.

...Gabriel Roberson is in Centennial Hospital with an infection. ...Amanda Mathis is recovering from surgery. ...Terry Johnston, son of Ann Johnston, is still struggling with his health. Please remember him in your prayers. ….Jean Swaw is at the home of her daughter . ...Shirley King, daughter of Ann Johnston, is recovering from a very serious colon surgery in Texas. ...Aylssa Aydelott, daughter of Jonathan & Misty Aydelott, is in Atlanta for therapy. ...Henrietta Rochelle received good news from her recent MRI. ...Carla Woodruff is recovering from double knee replacement surgery. ...Alisa Harrington will have knee replacement surgery Wednesday, June 24th at Maury Regional Hospital. ...Norman Parham Nicks spent some time in St. Thomas West and has returned to the Life Care Center. ...Maggie Moss spent some time in the hospital. She is back at Tulipwood and improving.

...Shela Rochelle will have surgery on her liver at Vanderbilt Hospital Wednesday, June 24th.

Just Married !

Congratulations to Brett and Katie (Brown) Gatewood on their recent marriage June 13, 2015. They will be making their home in Moody, Alabama.

Brett is the son of Gary & Becky Gatewood. Congratulations !

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Prayer Week of June 28 S.M.W. S.M.D

Jim Prince Shaun Lawson S.E.W. S.E.D.

Wayne Chessor David Brown W.E.B.S. W.E.D.

Brian Qualls Charles Shelton

READ SCRIPTURE June 28 Sam Chessor July 5 David Hudgins

Elders’ Prayer

Shane Willis

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