We are honored by your attendance in our worship ser-vice today. Do you need help of any kind? Would you like to know more about becoming a follower of Jesus? Do you want the ministers to pray for you? We are available and here to serve you.

NURSERYIn order to enhance your ability to worship, a nursery with experienced staff is provided during the service. If necessary, a cry room is located at the right side of the worship center. Thank you for helping us promote an atmosphere of worship for all.

AS A COURTESYPlease turn off all cell phones prior to the beginning of the service. Thank you.

COMMUNIONThe Lord’s Supper is served weekly in remembrance of Christ. Jesus invites all who love Him to be his guests. Please partake as the emblems are passed.

BAPTISMToday you may witness a baptism. This act pictures the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ in the person being baptized. If you wish to discuss your own bap-tism, please contact a staff member at 491-3232.

STAYING IN TOUCHPlease record your attendance and prayer requests to-day on the enclosed MCC Communication card and hand it to one of the staff or ushers or drop it into the offering plate.

SMALL GROUPS & ABFDevelop genuine friendships while having conversationsthat center around real life issues and the Bible. Stop by the Welcome Center to get plugged in to one of these groups!

The Mission of Madison Christian Church:Reaching people for Christ and helping

believers grow to be like him.

Welcome to Madison Christian Church Pastor’s Perspective Upcoming Events at Madison

 Pastoral Staff

Matt ArchibaldWorship Minister

Mike SeckmanYouth Minister

Chris WaschExecutive Minister

Paul BarnesSenior Minister

Kirk OlneyDirector, Pastoral Care

Jonathon BarnesChildren’s Minister

Next Sunday: December 4, 2016

Because of BethlehemBecause of Bethlehem God Has a Face

MEN’S PRAYER BREAKFASTBring a friend and join us this Saturday, December 3 for our monthly prayer breakfast. Our special speaker this month will be Andy Martin.

BIRTHDAY PARTY FOR JESUSWho? For all families of kids, 6th grade and below.What? Pizza lunch, games, crafts, snack, story, video.When? December 11, immediately following the Madison Christmas Festival, concluding at 2:00 p.m.Where? Gymnasium in the high school.Why? Provide a fun Christmas celebration for kids and families.Sign Up? Yes, please sign up in the lobby by December 4, to help us plan for enough food and supplies.

MCC CHRISTMAS MINISTRIES“As Jesus lovingly gave to us—We give to serve others.”Our 2016 Christmas ministries include: *100+ gifts of clothing & toys for children in our community. Sign up at booth. *75+ food baskets for deserving families. Sign up at booth. *Monetary donations to supply perishables with food baskets. Give at booth. *Hats, gloves and mittens for homeless & needy. Decorate tree in lobby. *Gently used toys for children in our community. Decorate tree in lobby. *Suggest a needy family for a food basket. Pick up form at booth. *Drivers needed the morning of Dec. 10th to deliver food baskets. Sign up at booth.“Blessed are those who are generous.” Proverbs 22:9

MCS CHRISTMAS GIFT SHOPBring any homemade and craft items to the Christmas Gift Shop tote in the lobby by December 11. We can also use giftwrap, regifted items and stocking stuffers. The gift shop will run from December 12 thru December 16.

FOOD PANTRYThis week’s Groveport food pantry needs are: canned chicken, spaghetti sauce, saltine crackers and jelly.

WILL YOU SURVIVE PROJECT DISASTER?In December the Youth Ministry will focus on global missions at a special on campus event designed specifically for 7th through 12th grade students. This event will challenge their survival skills, build teamwork and inspire continued involvement in global missions. We are partnering with Water Mission and Active Water to learn about disaster response efforts, and discover meaningful ways to impact the world for Christ at the project disaster experience.

WHY WATER?Every day, 1.8 billion people wake up without access to safe drinking water. Water-related diseases steal the lives of 9,800 people every day - more than war, natural disasters, AIDS or hunger. This crisis rarely creates headlines, making it today’s silent killer. People living in developing countries and survivors of disaster are constantly struggling to meet the most basic of human needs. Meeting the physical need for safe water provides a platform for local ministries to build relationships and share the Living Water message of Jesus Christ.

WHAT IS PROJECT DISASTER?Project Disaster will involve a mock disaster experience designed to be fun, competitive and thought provoking. Students will examine the crucial effect of catastrophe, and consider what it would be like if our area was struck with a disaster scenario. At project disaster students will participate in a variety of activities to meet their basic needs for survival. Your student will not want to miss it. The event date is Saturday, December 17 from 2:00 p.m.to 9:00 p.m. There is no charge to participate in project disaster. However, we will take donations, and the event will conclude with a love offering to support Water Mission and Active Water. Registration and Information packets are now available at the Student Reception Area in the lobby.

More at Madison

Classes and worship available for all ages during the worship services. Please ask at the Welcome Center.

Church Office Hours:Monday through Thursday - 8:30a-12, 1-5p

Friday 8:30a-12, 1-5p3565 Bixby Road, Groveport, OH 43125

Phone: (614) 491-3232www.madisonchristian.org

Services: Sunday – 9:00 and 10:30aMadison Christian School: 614-497-3456

www.madisonchristianschool.com

The Worship Service Today

GOD IS IN CONTROL

“And His Love Endures Forever”

November 27, 2016 Worship Leader Message Communion Matt Archibald Paul Barnes Bill Harris

Madison Christian Church financial statements are available upon request from the church office.

November 20, 2016 AttendanceMorning Worship 609

Sunday Choir 38Wednesday night 222

2016 Year to Date Decisions 33 Stewardship $15,365.71

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We invite your prayerful participation in this offering that will benefit young people and others.

The “People Helping People” offering will be collected through December 31, 2016.

UPCOMING DATESDec. 7 Final Wednesday for 2016Dec. 11 Madison Christmas Festival ONE SERVICE 10:00 a.m.Dec. 11 Birthday Party for Jesus immediately following the serviceDec. 11 MCS Christmas Gift Shop items dueDec. 24 Christmas Eve Service 7:00 p.m.Dec. 25 Christmas Day ONE SERVICE 10:00 a.m.Jan. 1 ONE SERVICE 10:00 a.m.

DINNER MENU for November 30, 2016 at 5:15 p.m. Marzetti or Chef’s Salad, Tossed Salad, Breadsticks and Dessert

And His Love Endures Forever

God Is In Control And His Love Endures Forever

Psalm 136:1:“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good. His love endures forever.”

His love.

Because God is infinite, his love has no limit. Because God is holy, his love is spotlessly pure. Because God is immense, his love is incomprehensibly vast, and because he is eternal, his love can have no end.

Endures.

“When God permits his children to go through the furnace, He keeps his eye on the clock and his hand on the thermostat. His LOVING HEART knows how much and how long.” -Warren Wiersbe

Forever.

Dear Lord,You are perfect. You could not be better than you are.You are self-created. You exist because you choose to exist.You are self-sustaining. No one helps you. No one gives you strength.You are self-governing. Who can question your deeds? Who dares advise you?You are correct. In every way. In every choice. You regret no decision.You have never failed. Never! You cannot fail! You are God. You accomplish your plan.You are happy. Eternally joyful. Endlessly content.You are the king, supreme ruler, absolute monarch, overlord, and rajah of all history.An arch of your eyebrow and a million angels will pivot and salute. Every throne is a footstool to Yours. Every crown in papier-mache to yours. No limitations, hesitations, second thoughts, or backward glances. You consult no clock. You keep no calendar. You report to no one. You are in charge. And I trust you. -Max Lucado