West Lake Christian Church

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1 West Lake Christian Church 936 Highway O Laurie, MO MARCH 2018 Sharing the Light of Christ Volume 31 No 3 On the Inside Kelly s Corner From Your Moderator Board Meeting Applying Bible Principles CWF News Condolences March Birthdays & Anniversaries Prayer Opportunities Children s Corner - crafts and puzzle Fellowship Dinner Church Directory Updates Newsletter news Church Growth Meeting Thank you notes CWF Next Meetin Christian Symbol Emergency Preparedness Parish Nurse News March Church Calendar March/April Events NEW TOPIC FOR ADULT BIBLE STUDY - SUNDAYS AT 9 A.M. (STARTING IN MID-MARCH) FINDING ANSWERS TO LIFE S MOST DIFFICULT QUESTIONS What happens when we die? Can miracles be explained? It there really a God? Can I really trust the Bible? Answers to questions such as these are as varied as they are confusing, but the fact is, we can know the truth. There are solid, logical answers to satisfy the heart and mind of those who are seeking. If you or someone you know have genuine questions about issues at the core of human existence, why not stop by the Sunday Morning Group meeting in the old Choir room at 9 a.m. Kent Elliott Elliottfa@hotmail.com West Lake Christian Church Where Christ is the Center 1

2 From Your Moderator Carroll Rinker What if our day always started with this prayer? Isaiah 6:8 Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, Whom shall I send? And who will go for us? And I said, Here am I. Send me! O Lord, what would You have me do today? You know that I love You, and am ready and willing to serve as You have planned and purposed for my life. I am simply a lump of clay in Your hands waiting to be formed into the vessel You would have me be. Oh, what can I do to bring honor and glory to You that Your Name would be magnified? Perhaps You will send someone across my path today who is in need of comfort or a kind word. With You as my guide and the source of all comfort, I would do my best to encourage that someone with the true assurance and hope only found in You and Your Word. There might be one today who, due to overwhelming circumstances in their life, is broken, suffering, and in such despair that they don't know which way to turn. With Your leading, allow me to show them Your Way, Your Truth, and Your Life that can only be realized when they lift their eyes up to You above all else. Others might be sent my way that belong to You, but due to the busyness of life, they have pushed aside their all-important, spiritual needs. Their daily communion with You has lost its priority. Allow me to pray with them...that they might be convicted to renew a close fellowship with You. You know, Lord, that there are many who are searching and reaching out for Your Truth, but have never found it. They need the Savior in their life, but do not understand why...or, how they can claim Your promises by choosing Him in their life. Instill in me a passion for sharing the saving gospel with all who will hear while there is still time to do so. Perhaps, Lord, You would have me do nothing today...other than allowing Your Light to shine brightly from within, that others might see the Christ Who lives in me. Whether that is done through prayers for others, by spoken and written words, or through a life testimony visible to many...i await Your call to serve today. Here am I, Lord, use me this day as You will...in Jesus' Name I pray. The early spring rains are bringing much needed moisture to the lake area. While I don t much like having to get out on a rainy day, I do realize the rain is a blessing. I ll bet we also get some more snow and ice before the final return of summer. But the days are definitely getting longer! The cloudy days are also responsible for those glorious sunsets we have been seeing. Life is like that, isn t it? We experience the ups and downs from warm, sunny days when we are young and just establishing our lives, to the slower, more challenging days as we age. We learn that all of our experiences have helped us grow in character and wisdom. The best times are still before us. Our church is here to help us in all the various stages of our lives. We are all still young in our understanding of Christ s message. That is why Sunday School classes and Bible study are so necessary for all of us, no matter what our age. We have excellent opportunities for all on Sunday mornings at 9:00 AM. The more we learn the more we understand God s desire for us to share in his love. Sunday morning worship gives us another opportunity to enrich our understanding and a chance to share God s love for us all. Our church is here to educate us, to support us, to comfort us, to serve us and to allow us to serve others. What will you do for God s service? NEXT BOARD MEETING THURSDAY, MARCH 8, 2018 AT 11:00 A.M. Amen. by Donald Mehl 2

3 Applying Bible Principles MARCH Here s a little true or false test. Be forewarned that the question is somewhat tricky. True or false: A Christian can expect to have all of his or her needs supplied by God. On the surface, that would seem to be true. After all, Philippians 4:19 says, And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus. But what many people fail to realize is that this promise is a conditional promise. The reason God will supply all of our needs is based on Philippians 4:18 where the Apostle Paul describes how his needs were met by the Christians at Philippi through the sacrificial offering which they had sent to him. In other words, although those first-century Christians gave to Paul with the desire of assisting him in his ministry to the early church, because of their giving, they earned the right to expect that God would fully meet all of their needs. Because of their willingness to share their resources with Paul, as he indicated in Philippians 4:17, fruit would abound to their account. They could then look to God to supply all of their needs. Although they did not give to get, they would get because they gave. That same principle holds true today. As one person expressed it so well, We do not give to get, but when we give, we get. That s what the Lord Jesus said in Luke 6:38. He indicated that by whatever measure we give, we will in turn receive. Jack Hartman, a Christian businessman, said it this way:... the more we give to God, the more this opens the channel for Him to see that we receive abundantly in return. If we withhold our giving, we are actually withholding the blessing that God wants to give us. Someone described non-essentials in life as... playing Scrabble on the Hindenburg or rearranging deck chairs on the Titanic. Maybe that s a picture of how you view giving as a non-essential, something not very important in the totality of life. Could it be that is why your needs are not being met in full? Think about this: What would happen if you began to place a rightful priority on your giving, even to the point of giving sacrificially? You see, you would then have the right to claim Philippians 4:19 with the expectation that in response to your giving, God would meet all of your needs. Your obedience to God s direction in your life to give would then result in having Him meet your needs, even with the same measure that you give to Him. CHRISTIAN WOMEN S FELLOWSHIP NEWS MARCH, 2018 Spring is just around the corner and CWF is gearing up for some great Events. March 13 th, we will meet at the Laurie Care Center and hear Speaker Lance Smith, have Lunch prepared by the Chef and then take a tour of the New Children s Learning Center and Work Out Center. March is also CRAFT TIME- Diane Gilmore and Mary Ellen Flinn are ready to Open the Craft Room Doors for fun and creative design (9:30 a.m. till 12:00 p.m. on Mondays). This is a great opportunity to join the other women and make crafts for the upcoming Craft Sale in September. April 14 th, is the Mother Daughter Tea, Sign Up for Hostess Tables in the Church Entryway. Tickets will be available starting Sunday Feburary 25 th, See Pam Folker, Mary Ellen Flinn and Betty Snitker for details. Ladies come join us CWF is BACK in a BIG WAY, don t miss the fun. All are needed by each one: Nothing is fair or good alone. Ralph Waldo Emerson Pam Folker / CWF President Christian Women s Fe owship CWF presents Hats off to Mothers Mother- Daughter Tea Saturday, April 14 11:30 a.m. Tickets $12.00 person 3

4 We extend our heartfelt sympathy & prayers to the family of Bob Yates, who passed from this life into the next on February 16, Prayer Opportunities 2 Charles Wallace 3 Karen Clarke 4 Greg Kissell 7 Carroll Rinker 8 Peggy Lippitt 9 Jim Nielsen 9 Sue Wentz 11 Mary Cline 15 Norma Johnson 17 Nancy Caldwell 18 Melvin Bayless 20 Maggie Houdek 21 Carol Easter 21 Sharon King 27 Ruth Magill 29 Mary Ellen Flinn 30 Cindy Hoch 31 Diane Gilmore Vince Abell Carolyn Angell Leann Beard Kendra Brierly Mary Cline Carol Easter Jackie Eaves Larry Enloe Family Angela Flores Jeremy Gilmore Kenny Haas Mike Harris Beckie Huckriede Bob Huckriede Dona Johnson Roy Johnson Tom Johnson Sophie Koehler Jack Ladd Rachel Lisenby Nancy Milburn Eva Millard Bob Miller Jess Miller Tom Powell Pete & Gail Renick Shawn Reynolds Judy Rockwell Steve Rockwell Bill Rosche Rochelle Schanavel Cole Smith Todd Szilagyi Debbie Teal Vandewater Family Charles Wilson Bob Yates Family Vernie Yates Laurie Care Center & The Knolls Residents Helen Blackwell, Helen Caldwell, Maxine Ellis, Stanley Field, Shirley Hunter, Estelle Nielsen, Ruth Robin, Freida Shackelford 12 Mick & Kathie Williams 31 Norman & Judith Richardson Names given are left on for 1 month, but you are always welcome to request that the name be added again. Please call the church office if you would like a name added to the list. 4

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6 Fellowship Dinner March 18, 2018 Bring a dish to share & enjoy fellowship with one another CHURCH DIRECTORY UPDATES NEW MEMBERS - please turn in your papers so we can put your info in the directory and newsletter. If you did not receive a welcome packet, please call Jan in the office Please let me know if you have any changes to be noted in the directory. Thank you. Could you spare one morning a month? We could use your help for an hour or so when it is time for the Monthly newsletter to go out. We gather at 9 a.m. and put labels on, fold and sort the newsletter. We have a great group of women that come to help, but sometimes, there are appointments or illness that get in the way so it would be helpful to have more people to call on in need. Thank you. Call Jan, in the office for more information Tuesday MARCH 6 1:30 p.m. 6

7 We want to thank Pastor Kelly and all those who offered their thoughts and prayers following our son, Jeremy s recent stroke. John, Diane and Jeremy Gilmore I m thankful for snowflakes that don t accumulate and savings that do, for blue jeans that fade and dreams that don t, for anything chocolate and everything without calories, for the exercise of the mind and body and the rest of a good night s sleep, for filled church pews and empty parking space, for self-healing abilities of the body and the selflessness of the spirit, for hope that springs eternal and love that won t quit, and for the truth that makes us free. I m grateful for phrases like: Your baby s perfect, and The surgery was a success, and Mom, I m home. For memories of God so loved the world that... and When in the course of human events... and They lived happily ever after, and The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want, I m thankful for healing beyond hurt, for love beyond measure, for life beyond life, for mysteries beyond comprehending, and for God s unfailing grace. (AUTHOR UNKNOWN) West Lake Christian Church Thank you to everyone who have saved and contributed the Best Choice labels. The Best Choice Save-A-Label is a successful program that will give us money for every 1000 labels sent in. This money is then used to help our church. On any Best Choice Brand, kindly cut off the UPC portion of label (bar code) and put in box in the entryway. Thank you again, we are grateful for your support. Coleen Modglin CWF Thank you for allowing us to be stewards of your Compassionate and Caring gifts, to this mission, God has established, to help people in their times of need. His Blessings on you for your faithfulness! Sincerely, Community for Christ. +Christian Symbol+ Torch The torch primarily represents the Passion of Christ, perhaps because he was arrested and tried during the night, when the Temple guard would have used torches for light. The torch also can symbolize spiritual enlightenment, or martyrdom for the sake of the gospel. 7

8 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS NEWS FIRE EXTINGUISHERS When purchasing a fire extinguisher, you are encouraged to select those with a metal valve, are rechargeable, rated A,B,& C. The rating refers to the type of fire you are fighting. You should consider extinguishers for each level of your residence, kitchen and garage. The cost will vary with kitchen models between $13 to $20. Larger models for other areas of your residence range from $45 to $50. For those of you who have KIDDE extinguishers, you should be aware of a recall. Check whether you own a recalled model at KIDDE.com and find out how to get a free replacement (click on Product Safety Recall Notice ). The recall covers 134 models made between 1973 and August 2017, all of which have lightweight plastic levers and can clog, fail to discharge and/or break during use. (Provided by James McMullin, a fire-safety consultant.) From Our Parish Nurse Betty Greenley Wellness Tip, March 2018 Influenza Becky Beck RN Parish Nurse Coordinator LRHS Parish Nurse Network WHAT IS IT? Influenza (flu) is a respiratory illness that is caused by the influenza virus. Symptoms include: Fever (usually high) Headache Extreme tiredness Dry cough Sore throat Runny or stuffy nose Body and Muscle aches Stomach symptoms-nausea, vomiting, diarrhea may also occur Some people are more at risk for developing serious flu complications-including older people, pregnant women, young children and people with certain health conditions (Asthma, diabetes or heart disease). STATISTICS 5%-20% of the population gets the flu More than 200,000 people are hospitalized from flu complications An average of 36,000 people die from complications of flu each year COMPLICATIONS Complications of flu include bacterial pneumonia, ear infections, sinus infections, dehydration, and worsening of medical conditions. WHEN IT OCCURS In the Northern Hemisphere, flu season is from October- March with the peak activity in January or later. HOW IT SPREADS From person to person through coughing, or sneezing of persons with influenza. It can also be spread by touching something with the flu virus on it and then touching your nose or mouth. Persons can be infectious from 1 day before to 5 days after the illness. PREVENTION Get the Flu shot, usually in October-November. This should cover for the most common peak season, which is in January. The flu shot is an inactivated vaccine which means it is a killed virus and will produce antibodies about 2 weeks after the injection. Check with your local county Health Dept. for information regarding vaccinations and availability of injections. Resource-cdc.gov/flu Lake Regional Health System 54 Hospital Drive Osage Beach, MO Becky Beck RN Parish Nurse Coordinator 8

9 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sunday Schedule 9:00 A.M. BIBLE STUDY CHILDREN-UPSTAIRS CLASSROOMS ADULT-DOWNSTAIRS ROOM 10:30 A.M. WORSHIP SERVICE :00 Chances R 9:30 prayer 6 1:30 church Growth Mtg. 7 5:15 praise Team 8 11:00 a.m. Board Meeting CFC Food Drive 12 8:00 Chances R 9:30 prayer 13 11:30 a.m. CWF Mtg. at LCC Activity Rm 14 5:15 praise Team Fellowship dinner 19 8:00 Chances R 9:30 prayer :15 praise Team 22 Noon Newsletter Deadline! :30 elders meeting :00 Chances R 9:30 prayer 1 2 8:00 Chances R 9:30 prayer :15 praise Team Fold Newsletter 3 4 5:15 praise Team 29 7pm Maundy Thursday Service 30 6:00 Dominoes

10 CHURCH STAFF West Lake Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 936 Hwy. O Laurie, MO (573) Address Service Requested Presorted Standard Non-Profit Organization U. S. Postage Paid Permit No. 14 Website: Phone: Face book : Office Hours: Mon-Thu 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Ministry Team Kelly Caldwell, Pastor, Pastor@westlakechristianchurch.org Jan Martin, Church Secretary Westlakechristianchurch@gmail.com Marilyn Rothove, Financial Associate Marilyn@westlakechristianchurch.org Chris Turner, Music Coordinator Betty Greenley, Parish Nurse March Events Church Growth Meeting March 6, Library at 1:30 p.m Board Meeting March 8, Library at 11 a.m. Fellowship Dinner March 18 - after 10:30 a.m. worship service. bring a potluck dish to share Newsletter Deadline & Folding March 22- noon deadline and March 28, 9 a.m. fold Elders Meeting March 22, Loehr Center at 6:30 p.m. Palm Sunday March 25, Come worship with us. Maundy Thursday March 29, service at 7 p.m. Dominoes March 30, Library at 6 p.m. Easter Sunday April 1, Happy Easter, 10:30 a.m. Mother Daughter Tea Saturday, April 14, 11:30 p.m. Church Growth Meeting April 6, Library at 1:30 p.m Fishing For Women Bible Study Thursdays, April 5-10, Loehr Center, 9 a.m. - 10:45 Fellowship Dinner April 15, - after 10:30 a.m. worship service. Bring a potluck dish to share Laurie Care Center Worship April 15, Laurie Care 2 p.m. Lake Area Chorale April 15, 2 p.m. Newsletter Deadline & Folding April 19 - noon deadline,april 26-9 a.m. fold Elders Meeting April 26, Loehr Center at 6:30 p.m. Dominoes April 27, Library at 6 p.m. 10 April Events