A “watermark” is a mark or im-

pression left after water recedes

that proves water has been

there. Our passion is that long

after we are gone evidence that

we (God’s people) have been

there will remain. We long to

make a lasting impression for

Christ.

October 28 is “Reformation Sunday” on the church calendar. In 1516, a Roman Catholic Monk (Martin Luther) felt compelled to protest the dis-pensation of indulgences. The “Church” was selling salvation (And get-ting rich for sure). There was widespread Corruption as many priests took concubines or indulged in illicit love affairs with the women in their congregation. Others enjoyed luxurious living at the expense of impover-ished parishioners. In 1517, Luther posted his historic 95 Theses, or Dis-putation on the Power and Efficacy of Indulgences on the door of the cas-tle church in Wittenberg. By doing so, he launched a movement against the church’s practices, excesses and abuses. Luther's theses were widely read by the poor & civil authorities alike. Though Luther consid-ered his activities as reforms in church, his opponents considered him a heretic. Luther also contributed to major theological reform by translat-ing the Bible into German, which allowed people to hear and read the gospel of Jesus Christ in their own language. In 1518, Luther refused to recant of his firm convictions. In 1519, he was forced to declare his stand as opposed to some of the doctrines of the church. Many went before Luther & many would come after him in sacrificing for the Lord’s Church. But, the “Protestant Reformation” became a religious movement between 1517 & 1648 that began October 31, 1517 when Lu-ther posted his 95 Theses. The Reformers desired reform from the exter-nal & formal religion of the day and to reform the Church from within. On Tuesday, November 6, we have a privilege & responsibility to let our voices be heard by our vote. It is a simple way for us to exercise the great privilege we have enjoyed as citizens of this great country. We dare not take lightly the privilege to exercise our rights & responsibilities, as citi-zens in this country. But, more importantly, we need to pray for this country. We need a “Reformation in this Nation”. Proverbs 14:34 says that, Righteousness exalts a nation, But sin is a reproach to any people. Let us pray that God would revive His Church and turn a nation toward Him in a time when God is needed more than ever. Bro. Cregg

Imprints The Newsletter of Watermark CMC

Watermark CMC

P.O. Box 946

2147 Mill Street Extension

Lucedale, MS. 39452

www.watermarkcmc.org

Pastor: Cregg Puckett

Youth Leaders: Shannon Goff &

Joy Smith

Minister of Music: Eric Smith

Children’s Director: Cassie

Hearndon

Church Secretary: Patsy Erieg

Sunday Schedule:

Worship Service: 9:00 am

Sunday School: 10:30 am

Wednesday Schedule:

Awana: 6:15 p.m.

Youth 6:15 p.m.

Adult Bible Study 6:15 p.m.

Praise Band Practice 7:30 p.m.

Weekly Bible Verse:

From the Pastor:

Psalm 33 12 Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, The people He has chosen as His own inheritance.16 No king is saved by the multitude of an army; A mighty man is not delivered by great strength. 17A horse is a vain hope for safety; Neither shall it deliver any by its great strength. 18Behold, the eye of the LORD is on those who fear Him, On those who hope in His mercy, 19To deliver their soul from death, And to keep them alive in famine. 20Our soul waits for the LORD; He is our help and our shield. 21For our heart shall rejoice in Him, Because we have trusted in His holy name. 22Let Your mercy, O LORD, be upon us, Just as we hope in You.

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Nursery Volunteers:

Sunday Mornings:

October 28th: Eva Lebert

Nov. 4th: Tammie Caldwell (worship), Alice Brown (SS)

Wednesday Nights:

October 24th: Sherry Cooley

October 31st: Sherry Goff

The following items are needed for the chil-

dren's classrooms: 2 small tv’s, 2 DVD play-

ers, 1 VHS player and 2 CD players. Any

donations would be greatly appreciated!!!

Prayer Requests:

Family of Allen Brown

Family of Lorraine Shepherd Brannon

Patsy Erieg

Beverly Hedegaard

Mitch Goff

Kristen Ferris

Housekeeping Volunteers:

Oct. 28th: Ronnie & Sherry Cooley

Nov. 4th: David & Lisa Crump

Nov. 11th: Sandy Dean/ Ron & Patsy Erieg

MEMORIAL GIFTS In Memory: By: Mr. Glayson Brown Marshall & Mary Ann Byrd Mr. Vick Garver Roy & Gracie Puckett Mrs. Mae Jack Rogers Jack & Marsha Peters Mrs. Orell Rouse Jack & Marsha Peters Mrs. Pauline Rawlings

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Upcoming Events !!

FORTY DAYS Don’t forget to pray and vote! A national campaign calling the Church to prayer for forty days leading up to the elections on November 6. FALL FESTIVAL (Date Changed) Sunday, October 28 (4:30-7:30 p.m.) A great time for fellowship hosted by Allen & Janice Eu-banks. This event includes a hayride, pumpkin carving, bonfire, family pictures, etc.! There will be a sign up sheet for food (Chili, hotdogs, smores, drinks, finger foods, etc.). Thanks Allen, Janice, Andrew, Allison, Josh & Jacob! HOME GROUP MEETING Sunday, November 4 at 6 p.m. Cregg & Melissa will host a meeting in their home for anyone interested in learning about House Church. This meeting will be for anyone interested in hosting or lead-ing a home group. There is no obligation to attend. Light refreshments will be provided. STAN GARTMAN TO SPEAK AT WATERMARK Sunday, November 11 at 9 a.m. Invite a friend to this important service on November 11! God has given Stan a tremendous testimony through his battle with cancer and the healing provided by God. Stan is following the Lord as he shares this incredible mes-sage with churches and as a national spokesman for the American Cancer Society. Don’t miss this opportunity to be strengthened in your faith through this servant of the Lord. OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD Deadline for Boxes November 11 The goal for this emphasis by Franklin Graham and Sa-maritan’s Purse is to reach 100 million children around the world with an expression of Christ’s love through shoe box gifts. Pick up your box, pack it for a child and return it by November 11. THANKSGIVING TURKEY GIVEAWAY Sunday, November 18 at 9 a.m. Pastor Cregg will speak on the provision of God as prom-ised in Scripture on this Sunday prior to Thanksgiving. Every first time visitor will receive a voucher for a free turkey as a gift from our church. Look for details on how to invite a friend and provide this blessing for them. You may also want to sponsor a gift for $20 per turkey. THANKSGIVING DINNER ON THE GROUNDS Sunday, November 18 following SS It’s potluck and everyone is invited to this cool Main Street location for a Thanksgiving feast!

BELIZE MISSION SERVICE Sunday, December 2 Rev. Charlie Joe Green is the Field Direc-tor of Mission Belize for the Congregation-al Methodist Church. He will be with us on Sunday, December 2 to preach and share about this important work in Central Amer-ica. It will be a privilege to have him with us that day. Check him out on Facebook to find out more about his mission.

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WWW.WATERMARKCMC.ORG

Youth News!!

UPCOMING EVENTS

Wednesday, October 24th leave the

Church @ 5 pm to go to House of Hor-

rors.

Saturday, November 3rd @ 5 we will

have our Cooking Night @ Shannon’s

house. Let Shannon know what you will

be cooking so you will have everything

that you need.

Friday, December 14th, we will leave

the church at 4 to go to Pascagoula for

the Newsong, Building 429, Francesca

Battistelli, and Johnny Diaz Chirstmas

Tour. Tickets are $15 each.

Sunday, January 20th we will leave the

church at 4 to go to Mobile for dinner

and bowling! We will eat at Foosack-

ly’s on the way there and bowl from 6-

8. Bring food and arcade money, along

with your $15 for bowling.

SAVE THE FOLLOW-

ING DATES

Wednesday, Dec. 26-

Saturday, Dec. 29.

Possible retreat to

Gulf Shores., de-

pending on the

amount of interest.

SUMMER CAMP!!

June 5-9 Student Life

Camp @ Shocco

Springs Conference

Center in Talladega,

AL. The cost for the

camp will be $319 per

person. Fund Raisers

will help pay for this.

Your $60 deposit is

due by January 20th.

YOUTH CHALLENGE! A generous donation for a church bus is achieving 25 in attendance for two Sunday’s in a row. Watermark Church says to Watermark Students, “Go for it!”