Welcome Visitors... to the church of Christ, West End congregation. Please know that you are our honored guest, & may the Lord bless you with an understanding of His word. Please take a moment to text the word WELCOME to 678-245-4457 so that we can have a record of your visit. Thank you! Like us on Facebook: WECOC West End Youth in Action We Rise: West End COC Young Adults DOWNLOAD OUR MOBILE APP Search for West End Church of Christ on the Apple App Store or Google Play. NURSERY The age range for the nursery during 8 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. services is age 1 to 3. TODAY S SERMONS Note: Speakers may change without notice. 8:00 a.m. Orpheus Heyward 10:45 a.m. Orpheus Heyward 6:00 p.m. Adam McGill SCHEDULE OF SERVICES Regular Sunday Schedule 8:00 a.m. Early morning worship 9:40 a.m. Bible classes for all ages 10:45 a.m. Mid-morning worship 6:00 p.m. Evening worship Regular Wednesday Schedule 10:00 a.m. Adult Bible class 7:00 p.m. Bible classes for all ages Pre-Worship Song Welcome Announcements Order of Worship Call to Worship Song Communion Song Offering Scripture Reading Prayer Song Sermon Invitation Benediction Closing Prayer PRAYER LINE The West End Prayer Warriors have a prayer line. Call 678-444- 4170, option #2 anytime to have someone to pray with and for you.
L O R D S D A Y J U L Y 8, 2 0 1 8 Renaissance Church of Christ Our New Name When We Move To 3675 Butner Road in Atlanta Our GOD is AWESOME! 1303 Ralph D. Abernathy Boulevard Atlanta, Georgia 30310 Phone: 404-753-6271 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 10499 Atlanta, GA 30310 www.thewestender.com
F R O M T H E E V A N G E L I S T S D E S K Change Includes Challenge The Lord has proven that his hand is upon the West End congregation as we steadily move forward toward our new residence. An opportunity is before us for new ministry impact. The Lord has provided the vision, talent, and lending to elevate our efforts to expand the Kingdom of God. The leadership has moved prayerfully, trusting that God is faithful to his people as they move in commitment to his divine agenda. We also know that change must be managed because it includes challenges. Change is always difficult to navigate. God s people have historically struggled with change. This is particularly true when God s people become comfortable with a predicament even when the predicament is problematic. When God called Israel out of Egyptian bondage, this was consistent with their cry for freedom. However, when the journey brought about challenge, change was less desirable. This is seen at the Red Sea when Israel encountered an obstacle of hindrance as they sought to escape the grip of the Egyptians. God had already manifested his power through 10 strategic plaques causing Pharaoh to release his people. However, found themselves trapped in Pi-hahiroth being pursued by their enemy. It was in this moment that they forgot how far God had brought them and sought to turn back because change included challenge. Their lack of faith is made known in Exodus 14:11-12 where it states: Is it because there were no graves in Egypt that you have taken us away to die in the wilderness? Why have you dealt with us in this way, 1bringing us out of Egypt? Is this not the word that we spoke to you in Egypt, saying, Leave us alone that we may serve the Egyptians? For it would have been better for us to serve the Egyptians than to die in the wilderness. Israel had failed to look back on everything God had done to bring them to where they were at the edge of the sea. He was preparing to bring them into the next level of their existence as a free nation under the sovereignty of God, yet their most prevalent obstacle was the inability to trust God during the time of change. Change will bring challenges that are not always foreseen, but God expects faith in the process of change as he prepares his people for elevation into destiny (Hebrews 11:29). The entire leadership of West End and I desire your partnership in faith as we trust God to bring us across our Red Sea into the next level of our Journey. We are looking forward to change while committing to trust God in the new challenges ahead. Here s what God has done for us so far: Provided a forward-thinking leadership team Provided a land to build Provided lending to expedite the building process Provided a purchaser of our current building close to our asking price. Watch God bring us into a land flowing with milk and honey (Deut. 26:9). B A C K T O S C H O O L E V E N T JULY 21 - Our Back to School and Health Fair event is right around the corner. Saturday, July 21 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. we will host our 7th annual event to supply our local community children with book bags, school supplies, healthy tips and encouragement to get the new school year started off right! Health and wellness organizations will be present as well to educate families on the various resources available to them. Register today at www.thewestender.com/2018btsfair. W E R I S E Y O U N G A D U L T S WE Rise Cookout: Join WE Rise on Saturday, July 28 from 2-6 p.m. for a Luau and Lawn Chair Cookout. Bring a comfy seat and come fellowship with us as we enjoy lunch and games, while getting to know one another. Please RSVP by July 22. See Lana or Ryan Harrison, or email werise@thewestender.com for more details.
Weekly Goal is $30,000 Last Week - $5,260 over goal Total Year to Date = $64,514 Retention Committee - Every member of the congregation at West End is important. Leadership and the Retention Committee are requesting your assistance in identifying members of the congregation who have become disconnected. If you become aware of anyone who no longer among us, please provide their name and contact information to retention@thewestender.com. Mission Ministry Fellowship Event At the Buford Dam and Beach on July 14 at 7:00 a.m. All ages welcome. Contact Johnny Ross for more details. Last Sunday was WE Sow Sunday, where you had the opportunity to go above & beyond your standard contribution to invest in West End s most pressing priorities & the buildout of our new home at Butner Road. It s not too late to contribute! Use the We Sow Sunday envelopes, West End s app or the kiosk to give. Youth Mental Health First Aid Training - SAVE THE DATE: September 29, 2018 from 9 a.m. 5 p.m. - The Training and Development ministry is offering formal instruction for West End adults to become trained as Mental Health First Aiders. Become aware of the warning signs of mental health challenges common among adolescents including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, ADHD, and substance use. The course costs $25 and only 30 slots are available. Register online at www.thewestender.com/youthmentalhealth. E D U C A T I O N M I N I S T R Y Summer Quarter Classes are Underway for Youth and Adults. Adult classes are unchanged. Fall Quarter Outlook Preparing for Move to Renaissance September Theme - Trusting God in Transition Sundays - One Adult Bible Class featuring lessons in preparation for transition. Wednesdays Focus on revival with guest ministers and motivational messages related to our move. September 5 - See It Before You See It Speaker, David Watkins September 12 - Don't Miss the Big Picture: It s Not About a Building Speaker, J.K. Hamilton September 19 - He Didn't Bring Us This Far to Leave Us Now Speaker, Richard Barclay September 26 - Operation Takeover Speaker, Thomas L. Thomas Coming In August 2018 - Education Ministry Bible School Survey Prayer Warriors - All ladies are invited to join in on Prayer Warriors conference call every Monday at 9:00 p.m. Dial 563-999-2090 Access code: 308-669. Sermon Series You can buy a sermon series by Dr. Heyward from the OJH Resource Table in the foyer. A variety of topics are available, and new sermons are available monthly. See Leslie Topps or visit visit OJHNextLevel.com.
Attend the 45th Annual Southeastern Lectureship on Oct. 1-4, at the West Oak Grove CofC, in Jackson, MS. Theme: My Inner Me Is My Enemy. See the flyer posted in the foyer, call 901-361-3379, or send an email to westoakgrove00@bellsouth.net. View Previous Church Bulletins Use West End s App on your Smartphone or online. You can view them conveniently on West End s app. To view on the website, go to www.thewestender.com and click Sunday Bulletin from the Resources drop-down menu. There are many ways to stay connected with what's going on at West End - Email, Phone Blasts, Social Media, Website, Bulletin, Pulpit Announcements and printed materials. Don't delay, use the QR Code shown here, or visit www.thewestender.com/stayconnected to get signed up. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube to get current updates, news, event postings, photos and videos. Foster Families Needed Foster and potential adoptive parents are needed by Georgia Agape. Foster parenting training is provided for those interested. For more information, call GA Agape directly at 770-452-9995. Is Your Child Noisy or Anxious During Worship Service? Visitors and members with infants and young children are asked to immediately take those that are talkative, crying, or otherwise irritated to the nursery located outside the auditorium. What may sound okay to you may be disturbing another s ability to worship properly. You may take them out at any time - even during times of congregational prayer if necessary. Thanks in advance for your cooperation. P R A Y E R L I S T If you need prayer, or know someone who does, please write your or their name on the prayer list sheet on the wall in the foyer near the restrooms or email Tonya Sykes (tmsykes2003@yahoo.com), Doris Morgan (dhmor30331@yahoo.com), Angela Okpara (midnite626@yahoo.com), or call Nettie Fanning (404-696-9104). Rafiel Cabral, Katherine Chavaria, Audrey Carter, Delores Glenn, the Ellis family, Kesha King, Sharon Crumbley, Mary Phillips, Sandra Freeman, Betty Brown, Pamela Harlin, Ed Jackson, Jr., Darelin Cabra, Angela Mozas, Jessica Chappell, Razella Williams-Lee, Walicia Chattman, Kristin Alexander, Glenda Holiday and family, Denise Jenkins, Lillie Tyler, Debra Wardlow, Daranice Miguel, Carmen Kinnebrew, Danny Duran, Mary Harrison & Family, William Spaulding, Jonathan Gary, Catheen Gary & Family, Brace Harris, Damaris Harris, Schyla Jackson, Angela Mormon, Sara Minnifield, Kate Hendrix, Diamond Steele, Jamal Lewis, Sara & David Bowditch, Valencia Lewis & Family, La Ren Maddox. S I C K a n d S H U T - IN To have someone included or removed, contact Gayron Johnson. Thomas Chase A.G. Rhodes, 350 Boulevard, SE, Atl., GA 30312; 404-688-6731. Stephanie Hill 770 709-1026. Anreneka Johnson, Quetbell Allen, Titus Mathis, son of LaTonia Mathis. To visit call 404-769- 2147. Junette Tibbs A.G. Rhodes, Rm. 102, 350 Boulevard, SE, Atl., GA 30312. Olivia Wells - AG Rhodes 1819 Clifton Rd., NE Atlanta, GA 30329 404-315-0900 3rd Floor, Room 317.
EVANGELIST Orpheus J. Heyward LEADERSHIP CONTACT NUMBER 404-341-6854 THE NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH To restore & maintain the original church which Christ established in 33 A.D. Our Creed ELDERS David Bishop, ext. 3 J. Edward Gaines, ext. 4 William Johnson, ext. 5 I. David Logan, ext. 6 Bill Moore, ext. 7 Johnny Ross, ext. 8 Floyd Williams, Jr., ext. 10 Robert Wilson, III, ext. 11 DEACONS Renard Anthony, ext. 12 Marion Clark, ext. 13 Randy Clinkscale, ext. 14 Marcel Combs, ext. 15 William Eddins, ext. 16 Albert Hines, ext. 17 James Hilaire, ext. 18 Jaha Howard, ext. 19 Antaures Jackson, ext. 21 Adam McGill, ext. 22 Fredric McKinney, ext. 23 Randolph McKinney, ext. 24 Melvin Smith, ext. 25 YOUTH MINISTER Warren Blakney, ext. 20 CHURCH SECRETARY Gayron Johnson gjohnson@thewestender.com Jesus Christ John 14:6 Rule of Faith The New Testament John 20:30-31 Organization Universal Christ is its head Eph. 1:22 Local Elders to oversee I Timothy 5:17 Deacons to serve I Timothy 3:10 Ministers to preach Romans 10:15 Worship In spirit & in truth John 4:23 Teaching Matthew 28:18-20 Praying Acts 2:42 Singing Ephesians 5:19 Lord s Supper Acts 20:7 Offering I Corinthians 16:1-2 Practice Pure religion James 1:27 Add the Christian graces II Peter 1:5-11 Continue in the apostles teaching Acts 2:42 Destination An eternal home in heaven John 14:1-6 To Become a Christian You Must: Hear Romans 10:17 Believe Hebrews 11:6 Repent Acts 2:38 Confess Matthew 10:32 Be Baptized Acts 2:38 Giving Made Easy EasyGift Kiosk Easy & secure to use, this kiosk, located in the lobby, features an encrypted card reader to process card information & print or email a receipt. White Cash Contribution Envelopes Found in pews & on the Greeter s table. Gold WE Sow Sunday Cash Contribution Envelopes Use for WE Sow Sunday giving only. Online Giving Visit www.thewestender.com/give. We Text 2 Give Text the word give to 678-245-4457 Questions? Contact Randy Clinkscale (678-245-4457 / wefinco@gmail.com) or William Johnson (404-344-1010 / william@thewestender.com)