www.thejourneysite.org 6427 Franconia Road Springfield, VA 22150 Office: 703-971-0277 JERRY JONES, Senior Pastor x102 jones.journey@verizon.net ADAM SCHUSTER Worship & Youth Pastor x104 schuster.journey@verizon.net DAVID SLEIGHT Discipleship & Outreach Pastor x103 sleight.journey@verizon.net MICHELLE D ANGELO Children s & Family Pastor x101 journeykidz@verizon.net JIM PRUITT ConneXion Ministries jptex1950@aol.com JUDY DAVIS Office Secretary x100 journeyoffice@verizon.net the Journey 6427 Franconia Rd Springfield, VA 22150 (703) YOON 971-0277 OK CHOI journeyoffice@verizon.net Korean Fellowship x105

Love God Love Others Love the World! July 27, 2014 EVENTS THIS WEEK DAYS TIMES Morning Worship Journey Kidz Baby Zone (Infant - 24 months) Tot Zone (age 2-5) Live! Zone (K-6th grade) Bible Studies Korean Fellowship Jr/Sr High (at the office) Adult Bible Study (at the office) Prayer Ministry - in the Journey office Living Room Evening Worship Journey Kidz (Age 5 & under) July is Movin On Up Month in Journey Kidz! Journey Moms Playgroup at Lee District Splash Park Today Today Today Tonight Today 9:30 am & 11:15 am 9:30am 11:15 am 4:30 pm All Day! Ladies Coffee Break Thursday 10:00 am Women of Faith Friday 7-9pm Saturday 9am - 5pm Life Groups Meet - check out the website for specific days and times Wednesday Sun - Fri 10:45 am Various times

Sermon Outline Someone once said that Prayer can be one of the sweetest privileges we will ever enjoy on earth and also one of the most difficult struggles we will endure. O Hallesby writes, To pray is to let Jesus glorify His name in the midst of our needs. Richard Foster writes, Prayer is the key to God s heart and the door that the key unlocks and allows us entrance in is Jesus Christ. Richard Foster wrote, To be effective prayers, we must be effective lovers. Andrew Murray wrote, Answered prayer is the interchange of love between the Father and His child. 1. Learn to pray Consistently A few reasons we aren t consistent in prayer: 1st of all because we only pray when we feel like it 2ndly because we don t think it makes a difference Bill Hybels writes, The more you are convinced of God s ability, the more He demonstrates that ability to you. Someone else once said, Our prayers will see answers when we believe in what we ask for. 3rdly because we reserve prayer for the big things, the emergencies of life 4thly because we ve got messed up priorities 5thly because we hope in the wrong thing

Sermon Notes Outline Daniel 6:10 (NLT) says, "But when Daniel learned that the law had been signed, he went home and knelt down as usual in his upstairs room, with its windows open toward Jerusalem. He prayed three times a day, just as he had always done, giving thanks to his God." Psalm 55:16-17 (CEV), "I ask for your help, Lord God, and you will keep me safe. Morning, noon, and night you hear my concerns and my complaints." Robert Murray McShane, the great Scottish preacher said, "When a person wakes up in the morning he should seek only one face, and that's the face of God. His soul should only be stretched towards God and before he convenes or communes with another human being, he should seek to commune with God." If we re going to be consistent in prayer: Put prayer at the top of your priority list Reject every interruption that's in your power to reject 2. Learn to pray Honestly Hebrews 4:13, "Nothing in all creation is hidden from God's sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of Him to whom we must give account." Exodus 5:22-23 (NLT), "Then Moses went back to the Lord and protested, Why have you brought all this trouble on your own people, Lord? Why did you send me? Ever since I came to Pharaoh as your spokesman, he has been even more brutal to your people. And you have done nothing to rescue them! " Jeremiah 20:7 (CEV), "You tricked me, Lord, and I was really fooled. You are stronger than I am, and you have defeated me. St. Theresa said, "Lord, no wonder You don't have too many friends, the way You treat the few that you have." Jeremiah 29:12-13, Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. 3. Learn to pray Fervently James 5:16, "Confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The earnest prayer of a righteous person has great power and produces wonderful results." Charles Spurgeon wrote, When they come to pray, some people act like they're ringing the bell at an old church. They grab the rope of prayer and they don't move it and God seeming-

Sermon Outline/Notes ly doesn't hear. Others come and grab the rope of prayer and shake it just a little, barely waking heaven. Then there are those men and women who come to pray and they grab hold of the rope of prayer and they pull it and ring it, and God hears because they pray with fervency. 4. Learn to pray Constantly 1 Thessalonians 5:17, "Never stop praying." First of all, we discover the power of God Ephesians 1:18-20, I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, and his incomparably great power for us who believe. That power is like the working of his mighty strength, which he exerted in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly realms Secondly, we discover the purpose of God Romans 8:28, We know that God causes all things to work together for good for those who love God and are called according to His purpose. Thirdly, we discover the peace of God Philippians 4:6-7, Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Lastly, we discover the presence of God Isaiah 41:10, Don t worry because I am with you, says God. Don t be afraid, because I am your God. I will make you strong and I will help you. I will support you. Reflection

Focus Sermon Outline/Notes Missions Sermon Notes VIRGINIA EVANGELIZING FELLOWSHIP (VEF) The VEF is part of a larger fellowship of churches (nearly 6000 nationally) better known as "Independent Christian Churches and Churches of Christ." Though all are "locally autonomous," they share a similar heritage and theology. Purpose Since 1939, the ministry of the VEF is Pursuing Kingdom Growth in the Commonwealth of Virginia and beyond. Mission To reach the people of Virginia with the loving message of Jesus Christ. They accomplish this mission through three avenues: To Korea: John-Michael Becker, Come Quickly Ministries To England: Tim Aho and family, Christian Missionary Fellowship To India: Ajai Lall and family, CICM To the poor: Koinonia Foundation To start new churches: Virginia Evangelizing Fellowship (VEF) To Tanzania: Yoon Suk Park, East African Missionary Fund (EAMF) To Kenya: Brandon and Julianna Jones, All Nations To local athletes: Steve Able, Fellowship of Christian Athletes To East Asia: Doug S. Providing Resources (Partnership Project: Ministerial Salary Assistance, Land & Building Loan Fund, Consulting) Planting High-Impact Churches (Virginia Vision) Promoting Fellowship & Learning (Conventions, Seminars, Training, Retreats) To learn more about VEF and read about their history, go to: www.vef.cc/ Bible Translators: Shaun & Mary Ann Cooper, Pioneer Bible Translators To China: Andy & Annie Platt

It s that time again! School is finally out, sprinklers are running and pools are filling, but our partners at Koinonia are already thinking about August Angels, their back-to-school program for the 2014/2015 school year. Through this program they provide needy children in the local area with new items needed to start the school year right. Please consider par cipa ng in this program by dona ng any of the needed items listed below. Monetary contribu ons are also always welcome. Thank You! Bring your backpack filled with a selec on of the above items to the Journey by August 10th OR You may deliver your dona on by Aug. 15th to Koinonia at: 6037 Franconia Rd. Alexandria, Va. 22310 They are accep ng dona ons every day 9am - 12noon and Thursdays from 10am - 6pm

Upcoming Events LANDSDOWNE COMMUNITY NIGHT OUT AUGUST 5TH! As part of our effort to reach out to our neighbors, the Journey will again be sponsoring a block party in Landsdowne near Beulah and Telegraph. We need lots of help transporting gear, setting up, serving food, running the moon bounce - and tearing down after! Set up will begin at 5pm, and the party at 6pm. If you can help, please see Dave Sleight or email sleight.journey@verizon.net.. REFUEL BY THE POOL - WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6TH Our next Refuel by the Pool will be on Wednesday, August 6th at 6:00pm at the Franks. Be sure to bring your Bibles, and of course, your towel and a bathing suit (You know the drill - no bikinis, no speedos ) Directions to the Franks and a calendar of upcoming events are on the postcard in the lobby. If you have any questions - contact the Journey office at journeyoffice@verizon.net. TAKING A BREAK FOR THE SUMMER! Haven t seen some of your favorite events in the bulletin lately? They may be taking a break for the summer! Below is a list of events that will resume in the fall: Sunday Night Refuel (Pick up a postcard for summer activities in the lobby) Girlfriends and God Journeymen Men s Breakfasts Zumba Journey Outdoors THE BULLETIN IS NOW ONLINE! well, it s actually been on there for awhile, we just wanted to make sure you know! If you would like to save some paper, you can download the bulletin from our website. Just go to thejourneysite.org, click on the Media & Resources page, then on This Week at the Journey - and click on the date of the bulletin that you need. The bulletin for the current Sunday is normally available by 5pm the Saturday before if you need to download it before you come to church.

Announcements CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR SOFTBALL TEAMS Softball season is officially over, and both our teams had a great season! The men s team finished 1st in regular play, and the coed team finished 2nd in regular play, and won the tournament! Be sure to check out the trophies in the lobby. WAY TO GO, EVERYONE! CENTRAL INDIA CHRISTIAN MISSION TRIP 2015 INTEREST MEETING TODAY The Journey is sponsoring a team for a CICM Mission Trip to India in February 2015. If you are interested in joining this great opportunity, there will be an interest meeting on July 27th after the 11:15 service. For more information, contact Gary Ulrich at gaulrich1@gmail.com. AUGUST JOURNEY DEVOTIONALS FOR WOMEN NOW AVAILABLE Need a daily devotional? This monthly women's devotional magazine offers guidance for a growing, personal relationship with God. Each weekday devotion deals with issues and real-life situations. It is provided free by the Journey s Women s Ministry. Pick up your copy in the lobby today! JOURNEY MOMS PLAYGROUP JULY 30TH Take a break from the normal and get to know other moms. Come hang out while our kids play! Lee District Splash Park, 6601 Telegraph Rd, Alexandria Wednesday July 30th at 10:45am Play and splash in the water! We will meet at 10:45am in front of the splash park. They only allow a certain amount of individuals in at time so arrive early. Free! Water shoes are required. Any questions/directions please contact Christina Bell at cmariebell@gmail.com.

Announcements Thank you for choosing to worship with us today! Please fill out an information card and note any prayer requests and praises on the back. Thank You. JULY IS MOVIN ON UP MONTH IN JOURNEY KIDZ LIVE! ZONE School is out and it's time to move on up! Our kids are so excited to be one grade older, and we are ready to match their excitement! This week is the last week that LIVE! Zone grades will be officially moving up. (Reminder: Tot Zone children move up based on age.) We know that change is fun, but it can also feel a little scary for some of our younger students, specifically our Kindergarteners. So, as parents, we invite you to help them transition by joining their class any Sunday of your choosing during the month of July. We really encourage you to take a Sunday in July to join with us, get to know their teachers, help them get settled in, and be a part of the fun that goes on downstairs! Looking forward to continuing to partner with your families! ~Pastor Michelle WOMEN OF FAITH - LAST WEEK TO PICK UP TICKETS Hey ladies, if you signed up to go to the Women of Faith event on August 1st & 2nd, please be sure to pick up your ticket this week! Please see Gail Kalbfleish out in the lobby after both morning services. If you have not paid for either your ticket or lunch yet, you can also give her a check at this time. Please make a check payable to The Journey and put WOF on the memo line. Contact: Tonya Mullins - cowtomo4@gmail.com or the office - journeyoffice@verizon.net. Will you not revive us again, that your people may rejoice in you? Psalm 85:6 NKJV VBS REGISTRATION CONTINUES Our VBS this year is called Agency D3: Discover Decide Defend and is running from August 20-23rd, and we are so excited! Wednesday through Friday we will start at 6pm, when the kids will become secret agents and use high-tech gadgets to discover the truth about who Jesus really is! We are closing out the week with a special Secret Agent Breakfast on Saturday at 9am where our Secret Agents can invite their family members to come and see what they have discovered. Sign up continues this week downstairs - both if you have a child who would like to attend AND if you can help as a volunteer. For more information, pick up a brochure downstairs at the Journey Kidz check out or contact Michelle D Angelo by email at journeykidz@verizon.net.

Opportunities to Serve JOURNEY MEALS TO GO Journey Meals To Go is an area of our church ministry that directly touches those in need. Currently, we provide meals to those that have had a new baby, had surgery or had any other circumstance arise that put them in need of meal support. The meals are coordinated through the Meal Train website, making it simple for the Journey Meals supporters and recipients to get all the important details. If you or someone you know within the church is in need of support, or if you would like to help provide meals, please contact Abby Bulliner at abulliner.fam@gmail.com or Lisa Steedsman - lsteedsman@gmail.com via email. WANTED: LEADERS! Summer has come, and with it, vacation time! And Journey Kidz has many places where we need help, especially for the summer months. This is a great time to plug in and see if this is an area where you would like to serve on a regular basis! Please look and see if you are able and willing to plug in. Volunteer Applications are available online or at the check out table downstairs. Thank you! Service Class Position Week 9:30am Sleepers Volunteer 1,2,3,4 Crawlers Volunteer 2,3 K-2 Assistant 1,3,4 K-2 Teacher 2 11:15am Sleepers Volunteer 3,4 Crawlers Volunteer 1,2 Walker Volunteer 3 2-3 1/2 Teacher 4 2-3 1/2 Assistant 2,4 3 1/2-5 Teacher 2 3 1/2-5 Assistant 2,4 K-2 Assistant 1,2,3,4 4:30pm Nursery (0-24) Volunteers (2) 2,4 For more information, please contact Michelle D'Angelo at journeykidz@verizon.net.