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Dothan, Alabama March 28, 2012 334-702-6555 INSIDE THIS ISSUE In The Spotlight...2 Advancing His Kingdom...3 Group Life...3 In His Family...4 Harvest Worship...4 Harvest Kids...5 Harvest Youth.

Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field. Matthew 9:36-38 From Pastor Ralph.

1 Dothan, Alabama March 28, INSIDE THIS ISSUE In The Spotlight...2 Advancing His Kingdom...3 Group Life...3 In His Family...4 Harvest Worship...4 Harvest Kids...5 Harvest Youth...6 Like Us On Facebook...6 Two Consecutive Years...6 Easter Invitation Cards...6 Major Church Activities...7 The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field. Matthew 9:36-38 From Pastor Ralph... In John 1, Andrew meets Jesus and immediately goes and finds his brother, Simon Peter, and brings him to Jesus. Philip also meets Jesus and immediately tells Nathaniel, We have found the one... Come and see. In John 4 the Samaritan woman meets Jesus at the well, leaves her jar, and goes into town to tell people, I have found Him! Over and over I have seen this same reaction; people find Jesus and they want to tell others about Him. When we discover firsthand that He is real, we want other people to know how wonderful He is. There are many good things we can do for people, but nothing compares to introducing them to Jesus, who holds the key to the purpose of their life now and for eternity. It always feels good to help people, but when you get to help change someone s life for eternity by helping them find Jesus, it is a great feeling! It is then we know that our life has meaning and purpose. This is one of the great privileges and responsibilities in life. Jesus calls us to this. Go into all the world and preach the gospel... (Mark 16:15).... you will be my witnesses... (Acts 1:8). And he has entrusted to us the message of reconciliation. We are therefore Christ s ambassadors, as though Christ were making his appeal through us (II Corinthians 5:19-20). If we are followers of Christ, this is our responsibility. In fact, if we have no desire to bring others to Christ, we need to make sure we really have given our life to Him. His disciples bear fruit (John 15:8), which means we reproduce other Christians! This is our great privilege and responsibility. At Harvest we are very careful to help you do that by making our worship services very friendly, comfortable, warm, understandable and welcoming. We address things that matter to those you invite. We welcome God as we worship, and guests can experience His presence. Harvest has grown because we all keep finding people to bring. When people come, they see Jesus, and many choose to follow Him, too. On April 8 we will celebrate Easter. Last Easter we had 3,113 people come to our services, which is the largest number we have had on any one day. We know that people are more likely to go to church on Easter than on any other day of the year, and that makes it one of our best opportunities to introduce people to Christ. Who can you bring to Jesus? Who can you tell? If no one is coming to your mind, ask the Lord to show you who, and then invite them. Offer to sit with them or even pick them up. Be ready to talk with them about the service and about what Jesus has done in you. And pray! Pray that God will speak to them and to the hundreds who will be here who do not know Him. He s calling you!

Jeff Burnett Youth Pastor Keith Frith Director of Ministries Wilson Garzon Pastor of Hispanic Ministry Cheryl Hidle Director of Worship and Performing Arts Josh Moore

Assistant Pastor of Congregational Care Ralph Sigler Lead Pastor March 4 1,615 8:45 770 10:45 845 March 11 1,337 8:45 579 10:45 758 March 18 1,590 8:45 717 10:45 873 In The

People are more likely to attend church on Easter Sunday than any other Sunday all year, so be praying about who you can invite.

Driving to Belize Golf Tournament Saturday, March 31, 8am (shotgun start), at Dothan National.

We will need a lot of help to prepare Harvest for the three services of Easter: 8-9:15am, 9:30-10:50am, and 11:15-12:35am.

2 Jeff Burnett Youth Pastor Keith Frith Director of Ministries Wilson Garzon Pastor of Hispanic Ministry Cheryl Hidle Director of Worship and Performing Arts Josh Moore Assistant to Pastors Sean Nix Pastor of Small Groups Debi Parnell Children s Director Bob Pitcher Church Administrator Roy Rogers Congregational Care Pastor Will Siscel Assistant Pastor of Congregational Care Ralph Sigler Lead Pastor March 4 1,615 8: : March 11 1,337 8: : March 18 1,590 8: : In The Spotlight Easter Sunday April 8 only 1 week from this Sunday! Service times: 8, 9:30, 11:15am. Come celebrate with us at Harvest! People are more likely to attend church on Easter Sunday than any other Sunday all year, so be praying about who you can invite. Easter Extravaganza Saturday, March 31, 3-4:30pm, Landmark Park. See page 5 for more info. Driving to Belize Golf Tournament Saturday, March 31, 8am (shotgun start), at Dothan National. Come out and join us for our 4th annual youth fundraiser benefitting their upcoming mission trip to Belize. Easter Volunteer Meeting Sunday, April 1, 5:30pm, Office Building. We will need a lot of help to prepare Harvest for the three services of Easter: 8-9:15am, 9:30-10:50am, and 11:15-12:35am. There are opportunities to serve in children s ministry, on the parking team, with refreshments, and so many more. Sign up to volunteer online at or by calling the church office at Maundy Thursday Tenebrae Service April 5, 7pm, Worship Center. See page 4 for more info. Spiritual Life Conference 2012 May 6-9 with Bill Ury and Kerry Dorrell. Mark your calendar for our main event of the year! Ask the Lord to meet us and plan to join us in seeking Him during this time. Page 2

ADVANCING HIS KINGDOM Answer the Call to Ministry Easter is our largest outreach of the year. You have heard it said that more people attend church on Easter than any other service.

If you knew beyond a shadow of a doubt that someone would come to Christ because you stepped up to volunteer at an Easter service, you would volunteer. I can guarantee that will be the case.

3 ADVANCING HIS KINGDOM Answer the Call to Ministry Easter is our largest outreach of the year. You have heard it said that more people attend church on Easter than any other service. It s still true; some churches are sharing that Christmas Eve is becoming a fast second. Nevertheless, we have got to see the need and respond. If you knew beyond a shadow of a doubt that someone would come to Christ because you stepped up to volunteer at an Easter service, you would volunteer. I can guarantee that will be the case. Every year people give their lives to Christ during our Easter services and when you step up to serve you are part of the team that works together to help facilitate that decision. I understand that the Holy Spirit works in people s hearts to draw them to Christ, but the enemy is working to use any distraction to keep them from making that decision. What if there is no one in the parking lot to help them park? No one in the lobby or outside greeting and welcoming newcomers and giving them directions? Not enough volunteers in the children s ministry for their kids to feel loved and cared for? What if there aren t enough refreshment team volunteers to help them enjoy the fellowship and feel like they have come to a warm friendly place? And there are many other teams that will be working together to make Easter a success. Keith Frith Would you like to know how to help this Easter? There are two ways: 1. Go online to www. HarvestDothan.com and under the events tab, click on upcoming events, and there is a place to sign up right there; or 2. You can call the church office at x231, and let them know in which service you would like to serve and on what team. We have an organizational meeting on Sunday, April 1 at 5:30 in the Office Building to go over the ministry teams plans and give brief instructions especially needed for Easter. Pastor of Ministries To get involved in the ministry of Harvest, contact Keith , x239 or kfrith@harvestdothan.com. Sean Nix The Case for Christ - Join us for Kingdom Life (open small group) on Wednesdays at in the Worship Center. We are currently studying The Case for Christ by Lee Strobel. Come and hear all the evidence of Jesus and His resurrection. Hope Grief Group - If you are experiencing the pain of the loss of a loved one, there is a small group that will help you find comfort, hope, and companionship. This group meets on Wednesdays at 6:30 at the home of Nick and Shirley Adair (300 Roosevelt Dr). Contact Shirley at for more information. Discipleship I - If you are a man who is looking to take the first steps into becoming a true follower of Christ, join us for a new Men s D1 small group, Life as a Disciple, Mondays at in the Prayer Room beginning April 16. Discipleship III - Calling all men who are seeking to live under the Lordship of Christ in their everyday lives! Join us on Wednesdays for Men s D3 small group, Jesus as Lord, led by David Beaty at. Meet in the main kitchen for coffee! Home Builders - Come and invest in your marriage by learning together the art of true communication. Start the improvement today and watch your understanding and love grow! This new Couples Group (all ages) meets on Wednesdays at in room 206, led by Brandon & Angella Barnes. Call x232 to join this group. Small Groups For more information on finding a group or leading a group, please contact Pastor Sean Nix at , x232 or grouplife@harvestdothan.com. Page 3

I n H i s F a m i l y Births Anaya Ruth Schellin, daughter of Gerritt and Molly Schellin, was born on March 4, 2012. Michael Stephen Jaggars, son of Shawn and Kim Jaggars, was born on March 21, 2012.

With Sympathy Our prayers are with the following familes: Becky Higginbotham and family for the loss of her mother, Linda Woodham. Larry Nolde and family for the loss of his son-in-law, Steve Barnes.

4 I n H i s F a m i l y Births Anaya Ruth Schellin, daughter of Gerritt and Molly Schellin, was born on March 4, Michael Stephen Jaggars, son of Shawn and Kim Jaggars, was born on March 21, Jaxton Martin DeShazo, son of Adam and Amy DeShazo, was born on March 21, Hadley Grayson Maddox, daughter of Steve and Candice Maddox, was born on March 21, With Sympathy Our prayers are with the following familes: Becky Higginbotham and family for the loss of her mother, Linda Woodham. Larry Nolde and family for the loss of his son-in-law, Steve Barnes. Gerritt Schellin and family for the loss of his grandfather, Roy Schellin. Jeanette McLendon and family for the loss of her mother, Lucille Boswell. Michelle Johnson and family for the loss of her uncle, Leo Brooks. Mike Sorrells and family for the loss of his grandmother, Christine Dickerson. Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn. Romans 12:15 New Members The following people joined Harvest on Sunday, March 25, 2012: Congregational Roy Rogers Scott & Lisa Baldwin (children: J.D. & Chase) David & Tammy Driscoll Brandon Eccles Pamela Gonzales (children: Joshua & Michael) Rob Hall Bobby Hines Priscilla Hollis Karen Hughes Chris & Kim Kelley Jeff Miller Candy Ritchie Brad & Jennifer Smith (child: Braden) Ronnie Smith Robbie & Tracey Streepy (child: Allison) James & Patricia Whitley Care Pastor Thank you to Jim Kaye, Franklin Moore, and Robert Pedrick for their hours of work to bring about the amazing transformation and restoration of the Harvest bus And thanks to Jerry Branch, Brad Buchanan, and JP Kelley for giving us a facelift by pressure washing our buildings. - Maundy Thursday Tenebrae Service - April 5, 7pm, Worship Center. We will observe the Last Supper and experience the growing shadows of sin and this world s darkness gathering around the cross. Join us for this deeply moving service as the stories of three witnesses are portrayed and candles are extinguished to signify the growing darkness of Jesus death. Adult Choir - The membership of the Adult Choir consists of individuals, minimum high school age, who have accepted Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior and desire to serve God through the music ministry of Harvest Church. The Adult Choir sings occasionally during Sunday morning services and for special services held throughout the year. Practices are held on Sundays from 5:15-6:15pm in room 205 upstairs in the Education Building. Contact Della at dellrickbama@yahoo.com for more information. Give praise to the LORD, proclaim his name; make known among the nations what he has done. Sing to him, sing praise to him; tell of all his wonderful acts. (I Chronicles 16:8-9) To get involved, contact Cheryl Hidle, chidle@harvestdothan.com or , x247. Cheryl Hidle Director of Worship & Performing Arts Page 4

Debi Parnell Children s Ministry Easter Extravaganza Saturday, March 31, 3-4:30pm at Landmark Park.

The Youth will be selling concessions, and the Emmaus group will sponsor a bake sale.

Easter Volunteer Teams - If you can help serve on a Children s Ministry team for one of the three Harvest Easter Worship Services, please join us for the Easter Planning Meeting on Sunday, April 1,

We need volunteers to serve as part of our welcome teams, youth volunteers, classroom teachers, classroom helpers, refreshment teams, hall monitors, etc.

Jeffery Biggs and Debi Parnell will partner in offering this one-time class where we ll take a look at social media, texting, and other internet features from a Christian parenting perspective.

5 Debi Parnell Children s Ministry Easter Extravaganza Saturday, March 31, 3-4:30pm at Landmark Park. There will be Egg Hunts for different age groups (Preschool - 3:20pm, K-2nd grade - 3:35pm, 3rd-6th grade - 3:50pm), inflatables, games, face-painting, door prizes, goody bags, and more! The Youth will be selling concessions, and the Emmaus group will sponsor a bake sale. Bring your Easter baskets, lawn chairs, and blankets, and invite your friends to join us for this wonderful time of fellowship! Easter Volunteer Teams - If you can help serve on a Children s Ministry team for one of the three Harvest Easter Worship Services, please join us for the Easter Planning Meeting on Sunday, April 1, at 5:30pm in the Office Building. We will need ALL HANDS ON DECK as we prepare for many people to join us for our greatest celebration of the year! We need volunteers to serve as part of our welcome teams, youth volunteers, classroom teachers, classroom helpers, refreshment teams, hall monitors, etc. To volunteer, sign up by calling the church office at or by visiting The Internet and Your Kids - Sunday, April 1,, Room B-210 (Konstruction Zone Theatre). Jeffery Biggs and Debi Parnell will partner in offering this one-time class where we ll take a look at social media, texting, and other internet features from a Christian parenting perspective. This will be a frank discussion with serious subject matter presented in a way that will help parents protect their children. Jeffery Biggs has taught social media classes in the Dothan City and County schools, at Troy University, and to other groups across the country. Our goal is to educate parents in the appropriate uses of these resources, as well as the dangers that could arise through improper usage. For more information, contact Debi Parnell or the Children s Ministry office: Kids@HarvestDothan.com. SUNDAYS: Noah s Park (6 weeks- Preschool) 8:45 & 10:45am Konstruction Zone (K-4th grade) 8:45 & 10:45am WEDNESDAYS: XtremeKidz (K-4th grade) Wednesdays 6:30-8pm SITE56 (5th-6th grades) 6:30-8pm To get involved, contact Debi, , x236/ childrensministry@harvestdothan.com. Dana Britto Happy Easter Harvest Family! This is my favorite time of year new beginnings and new life for all of God s creation. I love seeing Easter through the eyes of children. When Jesus put the little children in the midst of His disciples, He did not tell the little children to become like His disciples; He told the disciples to become like the little children. Come experience Easter with us in the Preschool/Nursery and enjoy the presence of Jesus! Thank you for the opportunity to serve! To get involved, contact Dana, , x241/childrensministry@harvestdothan.com. Preschool/Nursery Page 5

The Way - Wednesdays,, upstairs in the Ed Bldg. Harvest Youth Encounter Small Groups - Sundays, 6-8pm, upstairs in the Ed Bldg. Easter Extravaganza - Saturday, March 31, 3-4:30pm.

Youth Conference 2012 - July 29-August 1. Mark your calendars for our biggest youth event of the year! More details coming soon. Student Pray - Saturday, April 14, 6-9pm, Youth Room.

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Our former group page was migrated, so it lost all members and info. This new page enables you to get information about events at Harvest and SHARE them with your friends.

Two Consecutive Years: Harvest Wins Best of Show by Laura Sukey Youth Pastor Je f Burnett Harvest was again awarded first prize (out of 90 exhibitors) at the Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce expo at

6 The Way - Wednesdays,, upstairs in the Ed Bldg. Harvest Youth Encounter Small Groups - Sundays, 6-8pm, upstairs in the Ed Bldg. Easter Extravaganza - Saturday, March 31, 3-4:30pm. We will be selling concessions as a fundraiser for our upcoming mission trip to Belize. Summer Retreat - June Mark your calendars! Belize Mission Trip - July Youth Conference July 29-August 1. Mark your calendars for our biggest youth event of the year! More details coming soon. Student Pray - Saturday, April 14, 6-9pm, Youth Room. Join us for a great time of prayer and worship. Ultimate Frisbee & Soccer - Monday, April 16 (Spring Break), 1-4pm, Westgate For more information, contact jburnett@harvestdothan.com. Like Us On Facebook If you have a Facebook account, please like the new Harvest Church Facebook page. Find us at facebook.com/ HarvestChurchDothan. Our former group page was migrated, so it lost all members and info. This new page enables you to get information about events at Harvest and SHARE them with your friends. This is a wonderful way to share Jesus and Harvest Church just in time for Easter! Two Consecutive Years: Harvest Wins Best of Show by Laura Sukey Youth Pastor Je f Burnett Harvest was again awarded first prize (out of 90 exhibitors) at the Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce expo at the Civic Center and we were able to greet about 2,000 visitors in the four-hour time period. We would like to thank everyone who helped make this event such a success: Alton Bandy, Kathy Bruce, Robbie Davis, Sally Gordon, Ted & Karen Hils, Tyrone Johnson, Ceola Kenon, Althea Leddon, Franklin Moore, Robert Pedrick, Rick & Betty Stribling, Troy Sukey, Harley Tallett, Tom West, Herbert Whatley and Laura Sukey. Special thanks to Emily Butler, Jacob Payne, and J.D. Smith for providing live music throughout the course of the show. We would also like to thank the numerous businesses and individuals from the congregation who so generously contributed door prizes in support of the event. But I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all men unto myself (John 12:32). Easter Invitation Cards Don t forget to pick up some Easter invitation cards located at the Welcome Center and on all of the information tables around the church. This is a great way to invite your friends, family, and coworkers to the Easter services at Harvest on Sunday, April 8. Each card contains info about the Easter service times, a map of where Harvest is located, and a place for you to write your name. Page 6

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Sat 1 Palm Sunday Easter Volunteer Meeting 5:30pm 2 3 Community Prayer 2-4pm College & Career Group 7pm Harvest Nametags To request a permanent nametag, mark I would like a

They can be picked up Sun mornings at the Welcome Center, main lobby.

7 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Sat 1 Palm Sunday Easter Volunteer Meeting 5:30pm 2 3 Community Prayer 2-4pm College & Career Group 7pm Harvest Nametags To request a permanent nametag, mark I would like a permanent nametag on your Communication Card on Sunday mornings or call the church office, Please allow one week for processing. They can be picked up Sun mornings at the Welcome Center, main lobby. 8 Easter 8:00, 9:30, & 11:15am 9 Church Office closed major church activities April Community Prayer 2-4pm College & Career Group 7pm 4 XtremeKidz SITE56 The Way 6:30-8:30pm Kingdom Life 11 XtremeKidz SITE56 The Way 6:30-8:30pm Kingdom Life 5 6 Celebrate Recovery 6pm New Phone Number, , Mailing Address, or Name Change? Keep in touch! Please note updates to any of your contact information Sunday mornings on your communication card or Pat Beech anytime, pbeech@harvestdothan.com Celebrate Recovery 6pm 7 14 Emergency: Pastoral Care Only If you have an emergency and need to contact a pastor on the weekend or after hours, please call The pastor on-call will return your call as soon as possible Community Prayer 2-4pm College & Career Group 7pm Join the Yahoo Prayer Group without a Yahoo account. Send a blank from your address to: harvestchurch-subscribe@ yahoogroups.com. The facilitator will approve you shortly afterward. 18 XtremeKidz SITE56 The Way 6:30-8:30pm Kingdom Life Celebrate Recovery 6pm Missed Sunday Morning s Message? You Can Listen at or pick up a CD at the Welcome Center. 21 Page 7

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Jesus said, Where your treasure www.harvestdothan.com Dothan, Alabama March 12, 2014 334-702-6555 INSIDE THIS ISSUE In The Spotlight...2 Group Life...3 Harvest Worship...3 In His Family...4 Ministry Teams...4 Harvest Kids...5 Harvest