Hi everyone,
This weekend, I plan to bring the message, “The Second Adam” from Romans 5:12-21. I hope you are enjoying our chapter-by-chapter verse-by-verse study through the Book of Romans. To get the most out of Sunday’s message, please spend some time going through the attached “Digging Deeper” Bible study notes before Sunday.
Note: Due to our ongoing construction, the heaters will not be working in the Sanctuary this weekend. Fortunately, rain is in the forecast so our temperatures will be warming up a little bit. In any case, you might come prepared in case you need to wear a sweater.
Calling For An All Church Fast
The Church has faced many difficulties over the past few months including several deaths, serious illnesses and physical afflictions that have hit our attendees, construction issues in updating our old building, and “a counterfeit Pastor Mike” trying to steal money from our congregation through emails and text messages claiming to be me. Pastor Isaiah has also faced online attacks because he was invited to and dared to share the gospel to some 600 people at the TPUSA event. At the suggestion of Pastor Dale, the elders are calling for everyone (not including those who can’t medically) to fast for at least one meal this week and spend the time praying for the protection of our church and our church families.
Ladies Night Out
Our next “Ladies Night Out” is scheduled for 6:00pm Friday, February 7th in the Passover Room. The ladies can come expecting lots of fun as they play “Telestrations,” the telephone game sketched out. Please bring a snack to share.
Men’s Breakfast
Our next “Men’s Breakfast” is scheduled for 9:00am Saturday, February 7th. Men are invited to come expecting lots of tasty food, some great fellowship, and a lively discussion to follow.
Building Update
The repairs necessary to bring our Sanctuary (inside and out) up to current fire codes are moving along quickly. What is slowing us down a little is that we have to wait for multiple inspections before we can begin closing things up. As a result, our bathroom setup will be the same this weekend as we had it last weekend which allowed for four stalls for the women and two for the men. Note: We also have two more bathrooms in the church office. Thank you for your understanding during this time, hopefully the construction will be completed soon. Special thanks to Doug Cole Construction Inc for taking this project on, they are doing a great job!
Annual Church Business Meeting – This Weekend!
Our Annual Church Business Meeting is scheduled for this Sunday immediately following church. The elders will be asking the congregation to affirm the following individuals to serve as elders and deacons in 2026. We will also be asking the congregation to approve the 2026 church budget for the amount of $500,000.00; a question and answer time will take place before the voting.
Elders:
Harry Abel
Jim Brown
Kip Johnson
Bob Pedigo
Tom Trammel
Deacons:
Phil Bogs
Roger Dunithan
Tony Huber
Les Kaye
Pat Myers
Bill Steevens
Buddy Young (New)
Note: If you have a reason why one of these men should not serve in the office of elder or deacon, now is your opportunity to come forward and let us know. In order to serve in 2026, each elder and deacon candidate is required to receive at least an 80% affirmation from the church members present at the Annual Church Business Meeting. Although an elder, as the lead pastor, I do not stand before the congregation every year but answer directly to the board of elders.
I look forward to seeing you this weekend, may God bless you with an awesome week in the Lord as you walk closely with Him!
In Christian Love,
Michael J. Barnard
541-808-0902 (Church)
541-297-1571 (Cell)
http://www.shorelinecc.us
Teaching God’s Word, loving the people!
