Radical
September 25, 2022 | Glenn Marshall
Many thanks to Glenn for his message from Mark 1:14–34 on Sunday! Unfortunately, we had some technical difficulties with the Livestream and only the last 13 minutes of the service are available for viewing.
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This Sunday: Guest Speaker David Brogren
We are excited to welcome David Brogren to the pulpit this week. Jamie will return on October 9 with a series entitled, "Our Friend Jesus" that is sure to be an encouragement to anyone who is, has, or needs a friend.
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“But who am I, and what is my people, that we should be able thus to offer willingly? For all things come from you, and of your own have we given you."
1 Chronicles 29:14
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Tithes and Offerings Update
Current General Fund Giving, as of 8/31/2022
Budgeted: $203,744 | Received: $189,305 | Shortfall: $14,439
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Fall Men's Retreat
October 14–16
Mark your calendars for the Haycock Men's Retreat! If you are interested, please fill out this form as soon as possible so we can gauge interest.
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Trunk or Treat
Sunday, October 30 | 6:00–7:30 p.m.
Join us October 30, 6–7:30 p.m. for Trunk or Treat, a safe and exciting alternative to trick-or-treating. There will be fun, games, and of course, CANDY! Please keep your costumes family-friendly/non-scary. We don't want to spook the littlest attendees.
Click here to sign up to provide a trunk.
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First Aid Kits
Donations Welcome!
We are updating our first aid kits and looking for donations. You can contribute through the Amazon Wishlist. Check out our wishlist by clicking here. Thank you for helping to keep our church safe and healthy!
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Get Involved
We Need You!
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Open Art Studio
Monday Evenings, 7–9 p.m.
Come create with us!
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Prayer Shawl Ministry
The Prayer Shawl Ministry is busy making prayer shawls to share with anyone in our congregation, friends or family. They are free and are located in boxes in both hallways across from sanctuary doors. We encourage you to share “a hug,” and let the recipient know that Ashland Church cares and we are praying for them.
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Sorrow and Hope: Prayers of Lament for Injustice
Tuesday, October 25 | 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Lament is more than an expression of sadness, it is prayer that is made in expectation that God does and will act. This time of guided, group prayer meets monthly.
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Judges: Following the death of Joshua, Israel fell in to a 350-year Dark Age. Greg Goss and John Tait teach this class in the chapel, studying the Old Testament book of Judges. See how God led his people through this Dark Age using these fascinating leaders.
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The Deeply Formed Life: Let Janine know if you'd like to sign up. If you'd like to purchase the book, you can do that HERE.
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Bible Studies & Small Groups
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Tuesday Morning Bible Study
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The Tuesday morning Bible study meets at 10 a.m. We will continue our study in the book of Genesis, meeting on the second and fourth Tuesdays each month after that.
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The Growth Conversation Series curriculum was created to be an intentional conversation starter and guide to biblical truth.
Join us for this six-week study! We will meet on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month. Study guide not required to attend.
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Ashland Kids Sing
Starts Wednesday, October 5 | 6:30–7:15 p.m.
Join us for a time of music and fun! Classes are available for Prek–1st grade and 2nd–5th grade. Register your child here.
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Youth Fundraiser to Benefit Retreats and Missions
You can still order Ashland shirts and hoodies to help raise funds for our retreats and missions in multiple colors and designs! Order online and it ships directly to you.
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If you are struggling, you are not alone. The Care and Counsel ministry is here to help with things like developing a healthy life balance, navigating mental health difficulties, finding professional assistance and more. All services are free of charge and provided by a trained Mental Health Coach. (all inquiries will be kept confidential)
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Prayer Requests?
Reach out to us here to let us know how we can be praying for you. One of our elders or deacons will reach out to you.
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Missions & Ministry Partners
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Church Plant
We are pleased to be supporting our own Dr. Greg Austen in planting a church in South Jersey called Mantua Creek! Also, you can see Greg’s blog, Carpenter Theologian, for many thoughtful posts about life and faith.
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Communion Sunday
Communion is typically served the first Sunday of every month. The next communion will be October 2.
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Upcoming Events
October 1: Urban Promise Missions Day
October 14–16: Fall Men's Retreat
October 25: Sorrow & Hope, Prayers for Lament and Justice
October 30: Trunk-or-Treat
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Weekly Events
Sunday
9:00 am – Children, Youth & Adult Sunday School Classes
10:00 am – Fellowship and Coffee
10:30 am – Worship
6:30 pm – Young Adult Small Group (2nd & 4th Sundays)
Tuesday
10:00 am – Tuesday Morning Bible Study
6:30 am – Men's Prayer Group
Wednesday
6:30 pm – Youth Worship Group (1st & 3rd Wednesdays)
6:30 pm – Youth Small Group (2nd & 4th Wednesdays)
Thursday
7:00 pm – Women's Small Group (2nd & 4th Thursdays)
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