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405 West Seventh Street

Columbia, TN 38401

931-388-6514 • FAX: 931-388-0315

Information Line: 931-388-4165

Email: office@west7thcofc.org

Website: www.west7thcofc.org

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Assemblies:Sunday Morning Worship: 9:00 a.m.

Sunday Bible Classes: 10:15 a.m.Sunday Evening Worship: 6:00 p.m.Wednesday Bible Classes: 7:00 p.m.

Hispanic Assemblies:Sunday Morning Worship: 9:00 a.m.

Sunday Bible Classes: 10:15 a.m.Wednesday Bible Classes: 7:00 p.m.

Sunday Broadcasts: 9:30 a.m. & 8:00 p.m.

Charter Ch 6 & CPWS Ch 13

6:00 p.m. WKRM 1340 AM

Tom Anderson 380-3935 Kerry Couch 840-0445 Wade Denney 619-0544Jerry Duggin 731-613-1876 Tommy Hemphill 698-2689

Mike Kesler 388-6125 John Law 698-2236 Sonny Lee 380-2666John Simmons 381-8869John M. Smith 388-5841

MinistersRandy Owens 490-4429Barry England 388-6514Alex Quintero 388-6514Bo Pugh 770-355-9533

Elders

David BellBilly BrooksEric BryantSteve CoferPat ColemanMike ForsthoffPaul GibsonMike GreeneAllen Hudgens

Brian JacksonCalvin JacksonKen JacksonPorter KingDavid KirkDuane LeachTommy McEwenMickey McKeelRobin Miller

Jerry OakleyKent PardonChris ShraderChuck SimpsonDavid ThomasGeorge UmsteadJoe WestmorelandJeff White

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StaffRamona Ward Office Coord.Glenda Kesler SecretaryRachel Basham SecretaryCarolyn Turnmyre Custodian

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The Seniors’ Ministry at West Seventh is beginning a new chapter. Barry England has agreed to coordinate the Seniors’ ministries and activities as a part of his Family Ministry responsibilities. Among several changes that are taking place, the Seniors’ group will now be referred to as the “Prime Timers” group. The Prime Timers began this new chapter with an informational fellowship meal and meeting on Sunday, March 2. During this meeting, the plan for the Prime Timers was shared with approximately 75 who attended.

The new Prime Timers ministry will be divided into three areas: Service, Enrichment and Fellowship. There will be team leaders coordinating each area.

The Service area will be coordinated by George and Shirley Freeland. The Service ministry will consist of Prime Timers helping to fulfill any needs that other Prime Timers may have. Members of the group on occasion have needs such as being taken to doctor’s appointments or other errands, yard or house work, etc. There is a large number of volunteers within the group who are willing to help in a time of need if they are aware of the opportunity and available to do so. Through the organization of this effort, those who are willing to help will be identified and offered the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of one another. Since coming to West Seventh, George and Shirley have been very involved in service for others both within the West Seventh family and beyond. They will do a great job of organizing this area

and many will benefit from their leadership.

The Enrichment area will be coordinated by Darrell and Deena Trimble. The Enrichment efforts will consist of activities provided for West Seventh and other seniors groups providing both spiritual and informational enrichment opportunities through the organization of these activities. Many significant opportunities exist to organize information sharing activities and resources that will be both meaningful and practical for West Seventh and other senior aged adults. Darrell and Deena are excellent organizers, extremely creative, and most importantly, have tremendous hearts for others and for God. The planning of the first Enrichment activities is currently in process and the first of these activities will be announced soon.

The Fellowship area will consist of opportunities for Prime Timers to be together and enjoy one another’s company. West Seventh has a strong history of trips and other activities having served this purpose, and this will continue through this particular area of emphasis. Team leaders for the Fellowship area are Bob and Judy Cofer and Faye Kinzer. The first of the Fellowship events took place on March 21 when several Prime Timers traveled

to Lawrenceburg for dinner and a local community play. Bob, Judy, and Faye will be seeking input from members of the Prime Timers group in order to determine and schedule upcoming Fellowship activities.

West Seventh is blessed to have a large number of senior adults and particularly to have a very capable and serving group. The Prime Timers group desires to do more than simply engage in fun activities. While these events will be provided, learning, sharing, and serving will be a significant part of the Prime Timers ministry. If you consider yourself a senior adult, please plan to participate and be a part of the group.

Prime Timers Begin a New Chapter

senior adult ministry

ServiceGeorge & Shirley Freeland

EnrichmentDarrell & Deena Trimble

FellowshipBob & Judy Cofer

Faye Kinzer

Thank you, church, for the great response we enjoyed at our special send-off Sunday, March 9. It was a day our family will not soon forget. We were especially encouraged by how many of you immediately began praying Jesus’ prayer from Matthew 9 and Luke 10

“Lord of the harvest, please send out workers into your harvest field.”

We believe God is willing and able to do a great work in our target country. We also believe success is dependent on your prayers! Please begin by committing to pray the above prayer every day.

As our journey begins, we’d like the whole church to be informed about us and our work so that we will continue to be a part of you and so that you will know how best to pray for us and the work. The best way to stay in the know is to follow our blogs:

MyOrdinarilyOrdinaryLife.com UndercoverDisciple.com

Please go online and subscribe or follow these blogs to receive updates. It’s safe to forward these to friends and to comment freely. We look forward to staying connected with you.

Follow the Bowens

“The church that helps people” is how the church in Cusco, Peru is known to the people there. During the first week of March once again for the fourth year in a row, the small building in Cusco was turned into a medical clinic. Jeff Binkley, Lori James and Kerry and Lisa Couch had the opportunity to be involved with 30 other individuals from Alabama and Kentucky. A four day medical clinic consisted of two doctors, two nurse practitioners, several registered nurses and one pharmacist. Also, in the clinic were three optometrists and two physical therapists. The total number of patients treated for the week was 1,413. The church in Cusco has been in existence for three and a half years, with Barton Kizer and Gary Reaves serving as the missionaries. Just a little under 100 members meet each Sunday to worship. Barton and Gary are two very dedicated men working in the city and surrounding villages of Cusco to show God’s love. The week in Peru proved to be successful in treating the people physically and spiritually.

Mission - Cusco, Peru

In memory of Gail Lee

Jim & Anne Bryant

Ann Phoenix

Porter & Judy King

West Seventh Church of Christ

Mr. & Mrs. H. Terry Cook

Shelby & Sara Carpenter

Jerry & Glenda Kennedy

Rocky & Ginger Hudson

Henry & Charlie Ann Dugger

Jerry & Kim Morris

First Colony Church of Christ

Chris & Michelle Shrader

Jerry & Sandra Abner

Byrom & Claudia Dickens

Sharon Nichols

Susan Wright

Elayne Adams

John & Gail Keker

Roger & Katherine White

Jim & Marynelle Criswell

Fellowship Hall Class

Hayes & Sharon Morrison

Tommy & Jacque Hemphill

G. L. and S. H. Smith

Mr. & Mrs. Jimmy Cranford

Joel & Elizabeth Bouldin

Ken & Faye Jackson

Billy Kennedy

In memory of Bob Martin

West Seventh Church of Christ

Jim & Marynelle Criswell

Thomas & Barbara Bryant

Building Memorial & Honor Gifts

West Seventh Ministries

To learn more about: Contact:Announcements Porter King, Garth PinkstonAttendance Allen HudgensAudio System Chuck SimpsonBaby Showers Helen JonesBaptism Preparation Mickey McKeelBenevolence Tom Anderson Members Joe Westmoreland Hispanic Alex Quintero Non-members David ThomasBridal Showers Wanda SmithCommunion Preparation John & Barbara McDavidCommunion Cleaning Janet MartinCounseling Barry EnglandDisaster Relief Tommy HemphillEducation Kent Pardon Newborn - Kindergarten TBA Grades 1-3 Kim Mann Grades 4-6 TBA Grades 7-12 See Youth Ministry Children’s Bible Hour James & Jennifer Thomas, Zach & Abby Whitworth Lads to Leaders Beverly Simmons, Trent Hill Resource Room Kim Mann Vacation Bible School Lisa Couch Adult Education Kent PardonFacility David KirkFamily Ministry Barry EnglandFellowship Meals Jerry & Shirley OakleyFinance/Contribution Count Duane Leach, Zach WhitworthFood Pantry Steve Cofer, Ken JacksonGrounds Maintenance Jerry OakleyHispanic Ministry Alex QuinteroInvolvement Pat Coleman Landmark Joe WestmorelandLibrary Allen HudgensMen’s Ministry Tommy HemphillMissions Josh HardinNursing Home Communion John SimmonsNursing Home/Assisted Living Brian JacksonOpen/Close Bldg HVAC Billy Brooks, Steve McEwenPowerPoint Mike Forsthoff Prime Timers (Senior Adults) Barry England Service George & Shirley Freeland Enrichment Darrell & Deena Trimble Fellowship Bob & Judy Cofer, Faye KinzerTV/Radio Calvin Jackson, Paul GibsonTraffic/Parking Billy BrooksVehicle Maintenance Billy BrooksVan Drivers/Scheduling Steve CoferVisitation Program Mike Greene, John LawWebsite Rachel BashamWomen’s Ministry Jeanine Denney, Sharon Greene, Beverly SimmonsWorship Assignments Sunday Jeff White Wednesday Tommy McEwen Nursery Jennifer WinchesterTween Ministry Grades 3-6 Jamie Hubbell, Elliotte Kinzer Greg YokleyYouth Ministry Grades 7-12 Bo Pugh, Marty DeJarnette, Paul Gibson

Bible Classes

Sunday 10:15 a.m.

Children’s ClassesSee the Information Center for a complete list of children’s classes, teachers, topics and a map of our facilities.

Adult Classes

College Age & Acts Room 1110 Young Professionals Joel Oswalt & Phillip Young

Young Marrieds Boundaries TV StudioJosh Hardin, Jim Robinson & James Thomas Homebuilders Tough Questions ChapelWade Denney

The Story Fellowship Hall Randy Owens

1 & 2 Corinthians Auditorium Porter King

Romans Room 1109 Mike Kesler

Hispanic Class Fireside RoomAlex Quintero

Wednesday 7:00 p.m.

Twelve Questions AuditoriumJoel Oswalt

Improving Our Praise ChapelJohn Law, Wade Denney & David Bell

MEN - A Man after God’s Own Heart TV Studio Manly Lessons from the Life of DavidTerry Northcutt

Hispanic Class Fireside RoomAlex Quintero