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A Word from Pastor Dave
And when he finds it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders and goes home. Then he calls his friends and neighbors together and says, ‘Rejoice with me; I have found my lost sheep.’ I tell you that in the same way there will be more rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to repent. - Luke 15:5-7
Three times in this short section, Jesus talks about joy. Two times he refers to the joy of the shepherd. One time he reveals the story of the lost sheep is to point to the rejoicing of the True Shepherd who rejoices every time a sinner repents.
The words joy, joyful, and rejoice occur in the Bible over 400 times. That is a lot! Joy and rejoicing should be a central mark of the people of God. Why? Because we have so much to rejoice for no matter what the circumstances are. We have joy because our sins are completely forgiven. We rejoice because our names are written in the book of life. We are joyful because the living God indwells us through His Holy Spirit. We look forward with joy to Christ's second return.
Will you spend some time this week obeying God's command to be joyful always?
Yes, it's okay to be a joyful Christian!
Click HERE to order From Death to Life from Amazon
~or~ Mrs. Choi's book is available at the office
Did you miss any of our sermon series?
No worries, you can email fellowshipbatesville@gmail.com for a link.
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Please pray for the family members of the 21 victims who died in this week's school shooting, along with the family members of the 10 victims of the Buffalo shooting. Let's pray for God's protection over the children of our nation. And let's lament over the grieving that so many families are going through.
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Vacation Bible School is back!!!
Our theme verse is: “Whoever believes in me…rivers of living water will flow from within them.” - John 7:38, NIV
Get ready for a hands-on, memorable week that will allow kids to grow their faith as they understand how they can make waves and share God’s love with the people around them. July 24-28!
To register go HERE!
Volunteers - for more info go HERE!
Volunteers can also sign up at the Welcome Center Desk - join us!
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“Throughout his account, Mark unveils a Jesus of unparalleled power and authority but also a Jesus of humility and love. And while this Jesus invites each of us into a greater story through His teachings, He demands we come as active participants. We must acknowledge Him, seek salvation in Him, and follow Him wherever He leads.
"In The Gospel of Mark, you'll follow Jesus through His days of early ministry to the cross and discover what it means to be the recipients of His overflowing compassion and the very reason for His all-consuming passion.”
We would love for you to join us as we take this journey through the pages of the gospel of Mark. We will meet at the Landers on Tuesdays at 10am and 6pm beginning June 7th. Please sign up at the Welcome Desk or HERE.
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Fellowship University is coming!!
Sign-ups are at the Welcome Center Desk for the first two classes:
~ June 12, Sunday afternoons at 5pm - Todd Coleman will be teaching "Intersection of World History with the Bible," a six-week class
~ June 20, Monday evening from 6-9pm - Edwin Colon with be teaching "Life Transforming Prayer"
You can sign up at the Welcome Desk or call the office at 870.698.9244.
There will be other Fellowship University classes later this summer. We will have more information and signup sheets as the dates get closer. so make plans to attend!!
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May 29 - Fifth Sunday Family Day
May 30 - Memorial Day
May 31-June 4 - Independence Co Fair
June 7 - Women's Summer Bible Study
June 12 - Fellowship U - Todd Coleman
June 20 - Fellowship U - Edwin Colon
June 27-July 3 - MFuge
July 4 - Independence Day!
July 24-28 - VBS is back!!
Wed - Newsletter
Sunday @ 7am - Bulletin on Facebook
Sunday - In-person services at 9 & 11, streaming service at 11
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Join us on Sunday, May 29th for our 5th Sunday Family Day as the kids join their families in the sanctuary to worship together. Toddler and Pre-school will still be meeting, and Busy Bags will be provided for K-5th kids in service.
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Mom's Day Out is over for this school year. We'll let you know about the summer day as it gets closer. See you in the fall!
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Our Father's Table has opened the Monday and Tuesday night kitchen for the first time since Covid! They need volunteers at 5:15pm to greet, serve the already-cooked meals, eat with the folks, then help with cleanup. Our own Laura Guth will be there to meet you and help you get started!
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Fellowship Families
~ What is your child learning each week?
~ Where is our Children's Ministry offering going each month?
~ Need Mom's Day Out info?
It's all right HERE!
~ Want to serve with Fellowship Kids? Call the church office at 870.698.9244 Monday thru Thursday from 9-3, or email us at fellowshipkidsbatesville@gmail.com.
Bringing your kids to church is the best, most life-changing thing you can do!
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Donating Online
For an easy way to tithe online, follow and bookmark this link.
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