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August 17, 2016 Volume XXXVI - Number 32

Centerville Church of Christ Sunday 9am / 6pm

Wednesday 7pm

“I Hope You Know”

We’ve celebrated and invested our focus with peering into the lives of some of God’s great people of influence, in order that we might learn what they did in their lives so that we might find a place for their faith in our life. We admire the friendship of David and Jonathan, the loyalty of David to his friend even after his death and how he cared for his crippled son Mephibosheth, we admired the wisdom of Solomon, and we saw the warning he gave to his son Jeroboam, and how that warning was ignored. Samuel would be the prophet to tell us of the days of David and his heritage. Through all of these examples, we know the beginning of this era was made known to us through the life of a woman wanting nothing more than to see life brought into this world and then dedicated to her God. Hannah, whose name is the word for grace, gives us the image of what we could later see in the lives of more of God’s godly women. When the pages of the New Testament open, it would not be long before we would be introduced to Mary the mother of Jesus. Her life would also be a life that wanted only to seek the will of God in her steps, in order to see God’s will done through her life. That devotion while noble, would require a great deal from her, namely taking her to the foot of the cross upon which her Son would suffer and die to free the world from their sins and

open a door to heaven for us all. Recall the moments leading up to the Lord’s crucifixion, how they remind us that there are pains deeper than wounds of the flesh, they are the wounds of the heart. We know He was betrayed in the garden, He was denied in the courtyard, and He was forsaken in the assembly. Yet, there were those who did not leave His side. John, the apostle whom Jesus loved, was there in the midst of His crucifixion. We also know the women who had been so close to the ministry of the Lord, followed Him to the cross, and stayed with Him every step of the way. His mother Mary was there, but so were other women: Mary the wife of Clopas, Mary the mother of James and Joses, Salome and Mary Magdalene, who gains a notoriety and reputation all her own.

Like many things form the word of God, people

inject more opinion into the Word than simply ingest what the Word actually has to say. That’s the case with the identity of Mary Magdalene. There are things said about Mary, that have no bearing to her true identity. We are lead to believe she was a prostitute or a woman of ill repute. Confusion may come as a result of her being mentioned in Luke 8, after we’re introduced to a sinful woman of Luke 7, but that’s conjecture at best. We are never told of the details of Mary’s first encounter with Jesus (Mark 16:9), all we know is when she met the Lord, she was suffering some form of demon possession. Perhaps it’s for your sake and mine that when we learn of Mary Magdalene, and when we sift through the

distortions of her life, that what we come to know is not so much how and why she suffered, but that in the midst of the unknown pain in her life, Jesus Christ was the answer to free her from the burden of sin. When you've been freed from sin by the One who alone is able to do so, there is no greater distance you would travel than that of the cross with your Savior, and wherever He would lead. I hope you know, the faith of Mary Magdalene is still needed today.

Spotlight on….

Our New Deacons

Brandon, Charity, Liberty, Joseph & Marshall McCauley

1471 Hwy. 100 Centerville, Tennessee 37033

Brandon will be serving on the Facilities & Grounds Ministry and assisting the Security Team.

OUR FIRST LIGHTHOUSE OF THE SCHOOLYEAR kicked off last Wednesday. We had a great crowd of near 50 together to enjoy a delicious meal Misty fixed as well as some time just playing games and being together. Thanks also to Bryan McAlister for teaching class in my absence. THEN IT WAS THE BEGINNING of our Monthly Prayer Breakfasts. Our largest turnout yet enjoyed a tasty breakfast before sharing some beautiful prayers as the guys gathered together and the girls gathered together to share those things on our hearts and minds. It is always a highlight of the month for me to get the month started right. Thanks to Misty, David Brown, and Mike Elkins for help with breakfast and clean up. Also, thanks to Bryan McAlister for his help with transportation. WEDNESDAY NIGHTS we have begun a series for our Junior & Senior High entitled “Follow the Leader.” In this series we look at what it takes to be leaders as we look to Jesus to lead us. Sunday mornings in the Senior High class, we have begun a study on “12 Days With Jesus” as we talk

about discipleship from John. I hope above all the things we have going on, you are a part of our classes and time of worship. These times are so important to your spiritual growth. Don’t miss a change to be together and invite others to join us! SPEAKING OF WEDNESDAY NIGHTS… The Lad 2 Leaders & Leaderettes have begun their preparation for the annual

convention in April. On Wednesday nights they have begun meeting in their classroom in the Lighthouse as they work on Bible Bowl, Songleading, Reading, and other areas of importance for the convention. If you are a part of L2L or wish to become a part, go to the class this Wednesday to find out more. If you have other questions, please let Mike & Janice Brown know. “THEN JESUS TURNED, AND SEEING THEM FOLLOWING, SAID TO THEM, ‘WHAT DO YOU SEEK?’” John 1:38. An important question to these men that were soon to be Christ’s disciples. These same men that Jesus soon would take throughout ever aspect of His ministry. Have you ever stopped and asked yourself, “What am I seeking?” As a Christian are you seeking something your friends have introduced you to or something you have inherited through your family? Are you seeking the latest feel good spin on religion or even a tradition that can be a contradiction to what the Bible actually teaches? What are you seeking? Jesus asked the question and we all must look within and answer. That “what” hasn’t changed in over 2000 years and it is the same thing Christ offered then as He does to us now… follow His path, -Craig

Wednesday Nights L2L

L2L Classroom in

Lighthouse

August 19

Senior High

5th Quarter

After the game –

11:30

August 21

Jr & Sr High

Locked-In

Fireside

7-9:30 Lighthouse

August 24

Lighthouse

5:00-7:00

August 27

TEAM HARVEST

Skeet Shoot

@ Henry Horton

9:00am

Sign-up In Foyer

August 27

Family Fun Day

@ Camp Meribah

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CONTRIBUTION August 7, 2016

$ 15,707.36

August 14, 2016: $ 11,802.97

BUDGET

$ 12,784.oo

Camp Meribah

August 7, 2016: $ 188.00

August 14, 2016: $166.20

Nursing Home Residents: Life Care Center:

Raymond Truett, Louise Bates, Helen Hudgins, Christine Sawyer, Larry Talley, Nellie Kalosis, Lucy Noles, Stella Greer, Elsie Mathis, Thelma Chessor Hickman County Nursing Home: Allene Worley, Eltie Davis Lewis County Manor: Terry Johnston

Sympathy

A Bridal Tea

...Cathie Copley is recovering from abdominal surgery. ...Yvonna Caillouet is recovering from hip replacement surgery. ...Charlie Shelton is recovering from an

arteriogram and doing well. ...Shane Willis is recovering from gallbladder surgery. ...Linda Shelton has had health problems in recent days but is feeling better. ...Terry Johnston is recovering from a heart procedure and doing well. ...Judy Fenner , a resident of Tulipwood, is in Horizon Medical Center. ...Kathy Adams, a friend of Carol Bates, is recovering from a heart attack.

The following are recovering from surgery or dealing with an illness: Jane Berryman, Danny Bates, Debbie Lancaster, Bessie Shepard, Sarah Rogers, Rachel Rogers, Jimmy Mathis, John Ed Hooten, Lindrell Barrett, Major Thompson, Susan Campbell, Bonnie Runions, Jack Lowery, Gabriel Roberson, Sheryl Elkins, Richard Tate, Henrietta Rochelle, Jeff Denton.

You are invited to a Bridal Tea for Meagan Hudgins, bride elect of Jonathan Boersma,

Sunday August 21, 2016 from 2-4 P.M. at the Outreach Center. Meagan & Jonathan are registered at Target and Kohls.

Please Pray For:

Thank You

Charles & Reba Horner write: “We want to thank everyone for all the thoughts & prayers. We appreciate all the food, cards, and kindness from everyone. May God be with you through all your endeavors. God Bless…” Juanita Garner writes:“I would like to thank everyone for the calls, food, and visits when I was in the hospital and during my recovery.” From the Faculty & Staff at Centerville Intermediate School: “Centerville Church of Christ, Thank you so very much for helping our school year get off to a wonderful start by offering a prayer for Centerville Intermediate School and also for providing delicious doughnuts for us to enjoy. Your support and encouragement is deeply appreciated.” The Hickman County Board Of Education Central Office Staff writes:

“To The Centerville Church of Christ, A special thank you. It’s sometimes easy to forget that there are nice people out there doing nice things for others. Thanks for being such a special reminder. Thank you for your support the wonderful doughnuts !” Lonnie & Diane Garrett write: “Centerville Church of Christ, Lonnie and I would like to thank you for your thoughts, prayers and cards during our son’s surgery and recovery. He is doing good now.”

Lula Mae Gilliam June 12, 1916

August 10, 2016 Lula Mae Gilliam passed away August 10, 2016 at age 100. Mrs. Gilliam was a member of the Centerville Church of Christ for many years. To her daughter Patricia Skelton, sons Lonnie (Marilyn) and James (Carolyn), sister Ila Bess Rochelle, all grandchildren and great-grandchildren, we extend our

deepest sympathy.

...We express our sympathy to the family of Pat Dwyer who passed away in Cheatham County. He was the brother of Kathy (Bob) McDonald. ...We express our sympathy to the family of Tim Mayberry who passed away. He was the son of Benny and Pearl Mayberry.

A Baby Boy !

Congratulations to Derek & Rachel Newsom on the birth of a baby boy August 4, 2016. Boone Tate Newsom weighed 8 lbs. and is 20 1/4 inches

long. Proud grandparents are Steven & Anita Armstrong, Charles & Laura Arnold, and Tommie & Glenda Newsom. Great grandmother is Mary Katherine Bates.

A Bridal Tea

You are invited to a Bridal Tea for Crissy Anna Talley, bride elect of Paul Dressler, August 28, 2016 from

2-4 P.M. at the Outreach Center.

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Elders’ Prayer August 21

Shane Willis

Prayer Week of August 21 S.M.W. S.M.D

Michael Bryant Randy James S.E.W. S.E.D.

Eric Nash Patrick Allen W.E.B.S. W.E.D.

Bob McDonald Sam Chessor

If you are scheduled to serve in Worship and are unable, please take the

responsibility to secure your replacement and contact one of the following:

Dorris Claud 931-729-2933

Lonnie Mayberry 931 -242-2644 John Bradley 931-994-7358

Read Scripture 8/21 Brandon McCauley 8/28 Luke Worsham

Wait on Table 3rd Sunday Don Luther 4th Sunday

Mark Chessor

Right Side Marty Smith

George Garland Pat Sullivan

Ethan Skelton Left Side

Tyler Schmid Jonathon

Longworth Monty Dunn Brian Qualls Alternates

Will Mayberry Colby Shelton

If you are interested in going on a Mission Trip to

Anderson, South Carolina September 24th &

25th, please sign the list in the lobby.

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We rejoice with Eddie Harrington who was baptized by Daniel Dressler and Robert Bowman on August 12, 2016.

Scholarship Recipients: Checks have been mailed to your school. Please verify receipt.

Placing Membership

Fg Co Concerning Scholarships….

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...a Memorial has been given to the Youth Group in

memory of Lula Mae Gilliam by Paul & Liz Bryant. ...a Memorial has been given to the Camp Meribah Scholarship Fund in memory of Lula Mae Gilliam by the following: Jeanette Gilliam & Bessie Shepard. ...a Memorial has been given to the Mable Dunn Mission Fund in memory of Lula Mae Gilliam by Doug & Maxine Shepherd.

Fgfgf Teacher of The Year

We want to welcome Peter & Linda Houston to our

church family. Their address is: 400A Peters Branch Road

Centerville, Tennessee 37033 Welcome !

Congratulations to Wayne Qualls for

receiving the 2016 Byron E. Bates

Teacher of the Year Award

“For some teaching is a task to be accomplished for a time. For others teaching is a lifestyle for all time. To this end, we recognize the more than 37 years devoted to teaching God's word for the Centerville church and beyond, with the heart of a servant and the zeal of a student. From your family of the Centerville Church, we offer our deepest thanks and love.”