Monday – Read Psalm 51:1-12
This is David’s prayer of forgiveness after being confronted with his sin.
Why does receiving God’s salvation bring us joy?
How can we live in that joy daily?
How can we restore that joy when we’ve sinned?
How does this passage encourage you? How will you respond?

Tuesday – Read Psalm 122:1 and Hebrews 10:23-25
How does meeting together and worshipping and serving with other believers produce joy in our lives?
Why is this important?
How do these verses encourage you? Challenge you?
How will you respond?

Wednesday – Read Philemon 1-7
What was the source of Paul’s joy here?
Who brings joy to you in this way?
How might you bring that same joy to others?

Thursday – Read II John 1-4 and II Peter 3:9
This letter was most likely sent to a specific congregation of believers.
How did John feel about those who were walking in relationship with Jesus? Why?
What does God want for every person?
What hope does this give you?
Identify some people in your life who need to come to faith in Jesus and commit yourself to pray regularly for them and to share the love and truth of Jesus with them as the Holy Spirit provides the opportunity to do so.

Friday – Read James 1:2-4
Where is God when we’re facing trials and troubles?
Why don’t we always see Him?
What is His purpose for the trials we face?
What hope does this passage give you?
How can you better partner with the Holy Spirit to grow in joy?

Saturday – Read Galatians 5:22-23

Just a Reminder!  Shhhhhhhh! Don’t Tell!!!  There are plans to celebrate Jack Hamilton’s 75^th Birthday and he hasn’t a clue!

You are invited to join the family for cake and ice-cream, at 5811 Shady Brook Drive in Central Point at 7 p.m. Monday September 15^th.  Bless him with a card. No gifts please. If you have questions call Denise at 541-474-7729 or Paige at 541-664-2628.

Church Picnic September 7^th at the Church

The Activities Committee has planned an old fashioned picnic for us that will begin around 12 noon and everyone is invited to join the fun.

For lunch, the fried chicken will be provided (along with an alternative for those who don’t eat chicken) and we’re asking everyone to bring side dishes and dessert to share potluck style.

After lunch we will have a variety of old fashioned picnic games going on around the church grounds such as sack races, three legged races, egg race, bean bag toss and more.

We are looking for volunteers to help with the games and clean-up and if you can help please circle “V” on your information sheets and turn them in during worship. Plan to come and have a good old fashioned time.

FWMF Bake Sale – Sunday, September 14th A back to school general bake sale, including some brown bag specials! The brown bag specials are like the “old-fashioned grab bag” – you don’t know what’s inside until you buy it! A general indicator of value will be given as necessary; otherwise the purchase price for this bake sale is by donation. Thank you for supporting missions.

Ladies Meetings for September:

Ladies Fellowship Group – All ladies are invited and welcome to join us for sharing & caring fellowship. We will meet Tuesday, September 2^nd at 7 p.m. at the home of Glenda Workman.

FWMF (Friends Women Missionary Fellowship) Our time together is spent in fellowship and learning about the work of our missionaries, their needs and the people to whom they minister.  All ladies are welcome to join us at MFC, Thursday, September 18^th, at 10 a.m.  A buffet luncheon will follow the meeting.

Changes in Wednesday Night Activities – Bible Study to Resume September 10^th

Due to changes in personnel, and desiring to best use the time and talents of our volunteers, this next year we will not be offering a youth meeting, Wednesday Night Kids or Simple Meal as part of our Wednesday night schedule. There will be a Bible study meeting at the church at 7 p.m. and everyone is invited to attend.

Shhhhhhhh! Don’t Tell!!!  There are plans to celebrate Jack Hamilton’s 75^th Birthday and he hasn’t a clue!

You are invited to join the familyfor cake and ice-cream, at 5811 Shady Brook Drive in Central Point at 7 p.m. Monday September 15^th.  Bless him with a card. No gifts please. (This does not appear in the newsletter sent to Hamilton’s via email.)

PROJECTION OPERATOR NEEDED  Keeping the song lyrics, scriptures, sermon illustrations and announcements up on the screen at the right time is an important part of our worship service. Are you interested in becoming a part of this ministry? The commitment averages 2 Sunday mornings per month, and training is provided. If you have questions, or would like to volunteer, email Brett: voxtrax@hotmail.com

Help Wanted  We are looking for people who would like to serve in the Holy Grounds coffee ministry during the fellowship time on Sunday mornings. Training will be provided. If you are interested or have any questions please see Nate Swift.