SEPTEMBER Alive Vineyard of Licking County FATHER HOLY SPIRIT

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1 FATHER SON SEPTEMBER Alive Vineyard of Licking County HOLY SPIRIT A Disciple loves God, follows Jesus, & Serves People Dear Vineyard family and friends, On September 11th we face the 15th anniversary of the worst Terrorist attack ever on American soil. Since then we ve watched the new One World Trade Center which was supposed to be called the Freedom Tower built on ground zero of the Twin Towers. We ve watched attack after attack both here in America, across Europe and in the Middle East. Our enemy shows no sign of letting up so we can expect more of the same. Another words, we are on the edge of World War III. Some believe we are already in WWIII! Wade and I have been watching the persecution of Christians around the world in Iraq, Iran, Syria, Egypt and in the Middle East in general through the OPEN DOOR website and RUN ministry of the Voice of the Martyrs. Hundreds of thousands (not exaggerating) Christians are being tortured and killed in the Middle East. At the same time there is a revival taking place and Jesus is appearing to individuals and whole villages in dreams and visions bringing them, in spite of the persecutions, to turn to Him in these last days. Wade plans to use a Persecuted Church Escape Room experience entitled Committed to inform everyone about the huge persecution taking place right now in our world. It is soon to be promoted but will not take place until November. God has been prodding me to take action right now in regards to reaching out to my neighbors. It tackles my mind every time I drive down Opossum Hollow Road. I don t even know the names of many of my neighbors. I don t know most of the people living in the houses around the church either! If we are going to reach Licking County before the Lord returns we d better get started! Are you with me? I want to meet with a team who is willing to make one or two short (5 minutes) visits per week to their neighbors and then meet together to discuss how it went and pray for each other. Interested? There is a sign up at the welcome center and lets start right away. Prayer will be the key to success and we will plan together before your first visit. Watch for the LoveYourNeighborOutreach information at the welcome center or during worship. Socrates stated Know thyself -a proverb applied to those whose boasts exceed who they are." "Know thyself" is a warning to pay no attention to the opinion of the multitude. Know thy Jesus will remedy this self adoration struggle and get give us His heart for a lost world. We need Jesus...we really need Jesus. Invite the Holy Spirit to join you in your world to love those around you into a relationship with Him. It could actually be fun and rewarding. It fulfills both the Great Commandment and the Great Commission! Let s just do it! IN HIS WORD Bible Study & Sunday School at 9:00 9:45 AM w/ron Redman Café open 9:00-9:55 AM

2 AVLC Preschool is accepting kids for the 2016/17 school year! Members/Attenders of AVLC get a Sunday, September 25 20% discount! Call Marlene Jacob at (740) If you are a new Christian and desire to strengthen your walk with the Lord, be baptized! Sign up at the Information Station. TBA Join us as we meet every week 6:30 to 8:00 PM Please join me in praying and believing for this miracle! Debt-Free for Jesus! Pastor Steve Life tip: Work like it depends on you Pray like it depends on God! $878, Pastor s September Book-of-the-Month Israel Defense Force Brigadier General Gal Hirsch signed a few copies of his book, Defensive Shield after he spoke here at AVLC last month and they are in our bookstore NOW! His story is incredible. He has taken part in all of Israel s military confrontations since 1982, leaving a unique signature on a wide scope of strategic thinking owing to his deep understanding of operational art and military planning. In 2009, Hirsch s autobiographical book in Hebrew, War Story, Love Story, was published and instantly appeared on the Israeli bestseller list where it stayed for many months. The description of his own personal journey offers deep, open-minded, and critical insights into the most significant milestones in Israel s defense in the past 30 years, in which he played a key role. This new, revised, and reconceived English edition of the book offers international readers a comprehensive, one-of-a-kind, contextual description of Israeli national defense developments, serving as a valuable tool for understanding contemporary security challenges in the Middle East. The book has been praised as a lesson in leadership, bravery, and endurance. It is a remarkable testimony to the bond between the Jewish people and its Bible and land. This is a TRUE story and timely for those whose eye is on the Eastern Sky for the return of our Lord. Gal is a faithful Jew and, I believe, ripe to find Jesus! He is in my prayers! Grab one of the last copies! We can order more but they won t be signed. Wednesdays - now studying the Gospel of Matthew! We eat We talk We sing (just one song) We pray We study the Bible JOIN US!

3 Birthdays and Anniverseries September 3 - Barb Shauck, Kim Ridenbaugh 4 - Christopher Gargasz 6 - Joe Leffel, Ray Corliss 7 - Pat Berger 8 - Marlene Smart 9 - Julie Baughman 10 - Pastor Steve 11 - Virgil Miller, Nathan Burkey 13 - Tara Hunt 14 - Brian Neely, Holly Rehs Ryan Gargasz 17 - Tammy Gant, Cindy Wheeler 21 - Dennis McCarthy, Landon Miracle 22 - Charles Wheeler 25 - Jacob Gant, Mary Quick ************* If your name has not been listed for your birthday/anniversary, call us at: Prayer Requests Ruth and Jim Ailes Alan and Ruth Moran Amy and Bob Dingey Jeremy Dunn Sandy and Neil Tonner Florence Noblick We ALL need prayer! Pray for each other as the Holy Spirit puts their name on your heart! Our hearts and prayers go out to the following families: Becky Downing at the sudden passing of her husband, David Downing, on July 13th. Andrew Hinerman at the passing of his wife, Marilyn Hinerman, on August 2nd. Sandi and Dennis Barrett on the death of their step-daughter, Angela, on August 28th. Thank You Note Hola and Greetings, Just wanted to drop a line thanking all of you for your support. We have seen God move in mighty ways in the lives of the short term teams and in the lives of the Vida 220 students. We were able to attend a Vineyard Conference for all of Latin America which was a real treat. We love you all. Que las bendiciones de Jesucristo sea con ustedes Armin and Colleen McMahan Monthly Fellowship Dinners We are highlighting our Clusters and small groups. A different Cluster will sponsor a Monthly after church fellowship and we will hear some testimonies from them during worship. Choose one and join!. Choose the theme, promote and serve. Pick your Month! September - Be Still Cluster - Salad Bar following our Cluster Fair! October - Women s Fellowship Bible Study November - TBA December - Hanging of the Greens Pizza! January - Chili Cook-off - 3rd Sunday February - Youth - Potato Bar March -???? April -???? Women s Fellowship Starting Again Wednesday, September 14 6:30 PM We will be deciding on a course of study this evening, so ladies come and help make that decision. Pocket Testament Testimony Thank you so much to everyone who makes The Pocket Testament League possible. I see the impact that this ministry has made around my workplace and my life just by these little Gospels that are so easy to share in your everyday activities with those around you. If these Gospels are working in everybody else s lives the way they are in my life, it brings tears to my eyes all the more. I ve seen my courage grow and my strength to proclaim God increase. I ve seen a fire spread through my work since these Gospels started showing up there. Now I see it creeping into management and the way they are running things. These Gospels have helped me to speak life and I ve seen it impact the health of loved ones around me. All the Glory to God! And thanks to you who allow Him to move through you even for those who are not financially able but have a good spirit and are very willing to serve the Lord. Andrew????? Pick up a Pocket Testament and help change a life for Jesus.

4 VINEYARD OF LICKING COUNTY PRESCHOOL At Alive VL C 7602 Stewart Road Newark OH Enrolling for the School Year Year Old Class 4-5 Year Old Pre-Kindergarten Class Full & Half Day Preschool Ohio Department of Job & Family Licensed Curriculum Meets Ohio Early Learning Standards Qualified & Caring Staff Fun & Nurturing Environment Call (740) or (740) for Information or visit The Little School with the BIG Heart!

5 Cluster/ Small Group Coordinator: Rachel Gargasz: A Cluster is the name for our HOME GROUPS and they are the life-blood of this ministry. It is here we experience the family aspect of ministry. It is a safe place to learn and grow and connect with the body of Christ. All our home groups are open, friendly and waiting just for you to join in the fun and fellowship they all offer! CLUSTERS DETAILS: Sunday Bible Study - Leader, Ron Redman ( ) Meets at AVLC at 9-9:45 AM Monday Prophecy Seekers - Leader, Tom Jacob Meets at the Main Newark Library at 6:30 PM - 2nd Floor Room 3 Overcomers - Leader, Rick Drumm Meets at 668 Evans St. Newark at 6:30 PM In Him - Leader, Dean & Joyce Meadows Meets at the church at 7:00 PM Tuesday Diligence - Leader, Judy Newton Meeting at the home of Judy Newton, 1660 Bryn Mawn Dr at 10 AM Kid s Club - Leader, Tammy Redman Meeting at the church starting September 6th at 6:30-7:30 PM Wednesday - Be Still - Leader, Becky Downing Meets weekly at 5:30 PM at the Granville Library All Who Are Thirsty - Leader, Ron Redman ( ) Meets at 6:30 PM at Doug and Grace Ayers, 24 Bluebonnet Dr, Heath Men s, Women s & Youth Fellowships - Meets at 6:30 PM at the church. Wade Kirk (youth); Marlene Jacob (women); Pastor Steve (men), Thursday - Dove - Leader, Jim & Ruth Ailes Meets at 1:00 PM Indianhead Dr. Heath (Ailes Home) Study to show yourself approved unto God, a workman that needs not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the Word of Truth. If you re not a part of a home Bible Study, then JOIN one now! They are ALL great and open to new participants!

6 Alive Vineyard L.C Stewart Road Newark, OH Bible Study In the WORD & Sunday School 9:00-9:45 AM Leader: Ron Redman In the Discipleship Room The Divine Scriptures are the feast of wisdom, and the single books are the various dishes. Ambrose Sunday, September 11th On Sunday morning, September 11th, our worship center will be surrounded by tables highlighting each and every one of our small groups (Clusters) that meet throughout the week. This is a VITAL MINISTRY of Alive Vineyard and the perfect first place to plug into the family life of AVLC. The service will include worship, a message and testimonies. You can check out each of the Clusters and hopefully give them a try! They meet in various places and offer differing studies. YOU CAN LEARN ABOUT ALL OF THEM FROM OUR NEWLY UPDATED CLUSTER WALL with descriptions, directions, times and place plus a picture of the leader! See our Cluster Coordinator, Rachel Gargasz for details or if you have any questions. Editor/Secretary - Marilyn Thompson Senior Pastor - Steve Osborne Children s Ministry - Carole Osborne Youth Pastor - Wade Kirk Administrative Assistant - Sue Leffel Financial Secretary - Joyce Meadows Treasurer - Tom Jacob Custodian - Carla Davis Elders: Pastor Steve Osborne, Jim Ailes, Joe Leffel, Ron Redman, Doug Ayers, Richard Crabtree and Andrew Osborne Plus resident ordained elder: Wade Kirk