April 17-23, 2010
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As The World Turns “Therefore we will not fear
I thought to myself, “Think about what?” Well, maybe how what we know in one minute can change the next – in the blink an eye or faster; or maybe how insecure we sometimes feel in the midst of uncertainty, change, or transition; how scared we can be in an ever changing, turning world. In a world that is always turning, turning, turning, what must we do? Trust God. T.S. Eliot once wrote about God being “the still point in the turning world.” No matter what changes, even if the landscape changes and the earth gives way and the mountains fall into the sea, we remember that we are held in the arms of God who is not moved by outward circumstances. Imagine the Lord standing tall and mighty as the world we may know comes crashing down around us. He who is not moved holds us in His arms – “He is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble” (46:1). There is no way to know all the tremors or turns ahead. We can know that God is our dependable, trustworthy, loving anchor who always holds us. With that in mind, let’s plunge into life with great faith! For Less Fear and More Faith,
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John, the morning gym supervisor expressed his relief to be home after feeling earthquake tremors during his visit to San Diego last week. He said, “It sure made me think!”
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Sunday - Pray for the children of the Orchard as they experience the first Children's Church during worship. Monday - Pray for the Women's Ministry Fellowship meeting tonight. Tuesday - Praise God for all the blessings of this day. Wednesday - Pray for the youth and their leaders as they meet tonight. Thursday - Praise God for forgiveness, salvation and eternal life. Friday - Pray for God's provision for people of the Orchard and finances for The Orchard. Saturday - Pray for those who are overwhelmed with life.
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Weekly Need: $5,171 Actual Weekly Giving Average: $4,309 (Weekly financial report was not included in last week's The O. That has been updated and can be viewed by clicking here. All contributions given to The Orchard Church will be used exclusively for charitable purposes in accordance with laws governing a tax-exempt organization organized under state law provisions and that of the Internal Revenue Code. In keeping with the foregoing commitment, we reserve the right to distribute all funds contributed to the area of greatest need. |
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CLICK HERE... Kids Musical Rehearsal All musical participants who have speaking parts will meet on April 17 from 10 - 12 for a rehearsal. Please make plans to be present and have all lines memorized. Men's Fraternity Men's Fraternity this Saturday 7:15-9:15. Come early at 6:45 for prayer time. Reward Surprise Gracie VanLiere, Kate VanLiere, Stephen Carter, Brady Carter, Connor Carter, Eli Carter, Spencer Tomsett, Gianna McGregor, Bethanne Heineman and Kathryn Carter all successfully memorized the Lord's Prayer and will be treated to a surprise reward following musical practice on April 17 until 2:00 p.m. Please plan to pick up your child(ren) at the church at 3:00, One parent will be needed to drive. If you would volunteer to help in this manner, please contact Pastor Anita. Newlywed (Oldywed) Game Reshceduled
Church-Wide Yard Sale The Orchard will be sponsoring a Church-wide Yard Sale on May 21-22 to help us raise money for the church. Please clean out your closets, garage, sheds etc, price the items and bring them to the church ASAP. This is a great way to help you get organized and to benefit the church. New Children's Outreach The Children's Ministry has begun a new outreach ministry at the Williamson Medical Center ICU Waiting Room soon. We are placing snacks in the waiting room for the family members of those who are hospitalized in the ICU. We are asking that each child bring a box of snacks (individually wrapped) each week as their offering - Little Debbies, Snack Crackers, Nuts, Cookies etc. Each package will be identified as a gift from The Orchard Church Children's Ministry. Children, let's reach out to those in need.
Grand Sweep Reading Schedule April 12 - 18: 2 Kings 6 - 25 Dates at a Glance Mark your calendars for the following events: Apr 17 - Men's Fraternity
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The Orchard's 5th Annual Newlywed (Oldywed) Game will be held Saturday, April 24 at 6:00 p.m. Join us for a night of food, fellowship, competition and laughter! There will be prizes. Everyone is invited, whether you've been married one month or 100 years. If you are single or your spouse cannot attend, please come and be a judge. Bring an appetizer to share. Childcare will be provided. There will be a sign up sheet at church on Sunday. For more information contact Rob and Julie Tomsett - 794-5799 or 
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