THE MEMORIAL MESSENGER Memorial Baptist Church exists to glorify God; and is committed to helping each individual understand that they are truly loved by Him, accepted by His followers, and offered life-changing hope in Jesus. Memorial Baptist Church Phone: (307) 322-3236 202 19th Street Wheatland, WY 82201 Website: www.mbcwheatland.org E-mail: [email protected] Dallas Holm to Minister at Memorial Baptist Church Memorial Baptist Church is pleased to announce to you that Dove Award winner, Grammy nominee, and Gospel Music Hall of Fame inductee Dallas Holm will lead us in worship on… Sunday, October 12, 2014 – 10:30 a.m. Fellowship & Refreshments at 9:45 a.m. Worship to begin at 10:30 a.m. (Note special earlier time.) A Love Offering will be taken. For more information, please contact the Memorial Baptist Church office at (307) 322-3236. Memorial Baptist Church to Host Noted Christian Artist Dallas Holm… A pioneer, a forerunner, and a legend – Dallas Holm is an icon of Christian music. Though he never feels comfortable with such descriptions, Dallas testifies that, “Through God’s grace, I’ve been a part of the Christian music ministry for a long time.” Dallas has earned his influence in today’s Christian music throughout 43 years of writing, singing, and ministry in some 5,000 concerts in every state in the USA; as well as many countries abroad. His recordings have garnered gold records, multiple Dove awards, Grammy nominations, number one songs; and have earned him a spot in the Gospel Music Hall of Fame. During his travels, Dallas speaks and teaches about what God has taught him in his musical ministry journey. Holm’s creativity and diversity offer a wide variety of musical genres, from inspirational to blues, from country to reggae. Whatever the style, it all points to Christ and the Cross. Songs like “Rise Again”, “I Saw the Lord”, “Here We Are”, and “Before Your Throne” remind us that it’s all about Jesus. Holm’s songs focus on Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection; and His desire for intimate relationship with us. God has used Holm to shape the landscape of today’s Christian music. Greg Long of Avalon says, “I rededicated my life to the Lord at a Dallas Holm concert.” Dallas has touched the lives of such influential stars as Steven Curtis Chapman, who says, “He’s still a hero to me.” Twila Paris, who opened for Dallas Holm & Praise when she was a fledgling artist, remembers his album, For Teens Only (1971) as the first contemporary Christian recording she heard. Dallas says, “When people come up to me after a concert and tell me they’ve given their life to the Lord during the concert, I’m humbled and amazed.” Letters pour in from around the world, telling of marriages saved and lives changed. Comments which keep Holm focused, fresh, and committed to his calling are those which express how God used him to save their kids; or, as kids often write, to save their parents. His family; and his role as husband, father, and grandfather, take precedence for Dallas. “If I reached the whole world, but lost my own family, I’d consider myself a failure. Early on, I set a priority system that put God first, family second, and ministry third. If I’m not the husband and father I need to be in my own home, I have no right to proclaim truths of the Kingdom to others.” This arrangement has worked well for Dallas and Linda since their marriage in 1971. They now have two grown children, Jeffrey (his fishing buddy) and Jennifer. Jennifer and her husband, Jason, have two children, Jacob and Sophia. Holm says, “I was my son’s age when I started in full-time ministry. Now I have grandchildren.” He and his wife, Linda, enjoy traveling together to his concerts across the country. Dallas is quick to point out that, “It’s been a remarkable journey, yet it hasn’t all been easy. When people hear my music or see me on TV or in concert, they don’t realize those are just moments in a life. I’ve had struggles, heartaches, and disappointments, just like everyone else. Linda has fought an ongoing 19-year battle surviving cancer. But Christ remains preeminent in all things. No matter what has happened, what I’m going through now, or what I may endure tomorrow – nothing can separate me from the love of Christ.” Dallas Holm grew up in Minnesota. In 1965, at the age of sixteen, he was pursuing a musical career in local rock bands. Dallas remembers, “One night the pastor of our church sat down and talked with me about my life, my goals, and Jesus. On October 17, 1965, I committed my life and my music to the Lord. I’ve never looked back.” After Bible College and a short stint as a youth pastor, Dallas joined David Wilkerson in his youth crusades in 1970. He traveled and ministered with Wilkerson for ten years. During that time, he formed Dallas Holm & Praise in 1976. Dallas says, “It amazes me that, even with such turnover in the Christian music industry and such diversity within the church, God keeps this ministry effective year after year. I love what I do not more than ever and consider it a privilege to be a co-laborer with Christ.” Dallas reminds us, “In Chariots of Fire, Eric Liddell said, ‘When I run, I feel God’s pleasure.’ I say, when I write, sing, and play these songs, I feel His pleasure.” Mark your calendars for Sunday, October 12, 2014, invite your family and friends, and plan to join us as Dallas Holm leads us in worship and praise here at Memorial Baptist Church. Welcome, Autumn... Autumn... “Autumn is easily my favorite time of the year. The days have cooled down, the leaves have turned, and the world is busy preparing herself for winter. There’s something magical about the clear, brisk days; the first smell of the woodstove or the fireplace; the first frost; the sound of the Canadian geese overhead as they pass through on their way south; the canning of the late fruits and vegetables; the pumpkin and cider stands on the roadways. School has started, and there’s a newness in the air, even though the season is the precursor to winter. Somehow, the world knows that winter is necessary, and the long preparation for the cold of winter – the preparation which is autumn – is a beautiful, necessary part of the world.” ~ author unknown “Why is it that so many of us persist in thinking that autumn is a sad season? Nature has merely fallen asleep, and her dreams must be beautiful, if we are to judge by her countenance.” ~ Samuel Taylor Coleridge “I cannot endure to waste anything as precious as autumn sunshine by staying in the house. So I spend almost all the daylight hours in the open air.” ~ Nathaniel Hawthorne” “Daniel answered, ‘Blessed be the Name of God forever and ever! For wisdom and might are His! He changes the times and the seasons; He removes kings and sets up kings. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to those who have understanding! He reveals the deep and secret things; He knows what is in the darkness, and the light dwells with Him!’” ~ Daniel 2:20-22 Amplified Bible Children’s Christmas Play Rehearsals & Time Change! Attention, children and parents! It is time for rehearsals to begin for this year’s Christmas play! Rehearsals will be held on Sunday evenings, beginning this month. Please note the change in the meeting time for Children in Action…we will meet at 5:30 p.m. each Sunday evening. This year, the children’s group will present the actionpacked musical, Christmas in Egypt! Using the Holy Family’s flight to Egypt as historical background, the author Kathie Hill explores the possible relationship that Mary, Joseph, and the Christ Child might have had with their Egyptian neighbors. In the author’s own words, she describes this musical as a different, but creative, approach to the Christmas Story, which serves to give children a glimpse into Jesus’ life beyond the manger. The kids love wearing the Egyptian garb, and the characters of the Pharoah, the Herald, and the Belles of the Nile are simply hysterical! Kathie Hill describes this as one of her favorite musicals which she has written…so funny, and yet so tender. This is a musical which will be thoroughly enjoyed by all ages! Even the most stoic or skeptical adults will learn to see Christmas through the eyes of a child. Directors Nancy Cagle and Julia Farris relate that help will be needed with costume pieces for this play. They say, “If you can sew, our characters need you!” There are many opportunities for adults to volunteer their assistance with the production of Christmas in Egypt…ranging from costume crafting and set construction to meal preparation. If you have questions, please contact Nancy or Julia, who will soon share the date for the production of the play. Remember that our annual Soup & Pie Fellowship Supper will be held in conjunction with our Children’s Christmas Play. Youth Costume Party! What? A Costume Party! Who? Students in 7th through 12th Grades When? Wednesday, October 29, 2014 Where? Memorial Baptist Church, 202 19th Street More Info? Contact Eric & Jenna Brown for Theme & Details October ctober is is Pastor Appreciation Month Month A pastor represents many things to his congregation – leader, visionary, spiritual guide, shepherd, administrator, preacher, and teacher. Because of the significant role that pastors play in the life of a church, October is set aside as Pastor Appreciation Month. This is the perfect opportunity for us to honor the dedication, sacrifice, and service that are demonstrated in the life of our pastor. We encourage you to celebrate Pastor Craig’s leadership in meaningful and tangible ways during this month-long time of appreciation. We are thankful that God sent Craig and Nancy to us, a little over 13 years ago, to serve Him together with us in this place. Please make it a point this month, during Pastor Appreciation Month…and throughout the entire year…to let Craig and Nancy know just how much they mean to us. Let’s commit to lift them and their family members up in prayer, and to put our grateful thoughts into action! Thanks, Craig and Nancy, for your service…to our Lord and to all of us! Genuine Support… During high school, I attended a leadership conference with a few other students from my youth group. The most compelling part of the conference was a lecture about being the body of Christ. In this lecture, the speaker told us about the difference between dolphins and sharks. Dolphins travel in “pods”, are social, and are involved with each other. When one of their own is injured, they take immediate action. One or two dolphins keep the injured one from drowning, occasionally pushing it to the surface to breathe, while the rest form a defensive ring around them. They constantly switch positions so that the dolphins holding the injured member don’t tire. The dolphins keep this up until the injured dolphin can swim on its own. Sharks, on the other hand, are more solitary creatures. At the slightest scent of blood, they will turn on each other in their greed to eat. As the body of Christ, we are to be like dolphins, supporting each other in times of need. Creator God, thank you for the lessons we learn from your creation. ~ Kate Jameson, Frankfort, Indiana Memorial Baptist Church would like to welcome a number of new members, who have joined our church in the last several months. Following our Lord in baptism were Linda Stapelman, Lorin Hershey, Salvador Jimenez, Zoe Maue, Kacey Otero, Eve Peasley, Grace Battershell, Bailey Tillman, Jenna Brown, and Linda Teter. Uniting with our church by promise of letter were Mark & Kathy Maue. To all our brothers and sisters in Christ, we say, “Welcome…and we love you!” May God bless each of you. Bad Hair Day? Day? (You’ll Feel Much Better if You Run on in to Our Women’s Women’s Birthday Club Lunch! Lunch!) “Be yourself…because an original is worth more than a copy.” ~ Unknown Just having “one of those days?!” One of the best remedies for a not-so-great day is to get together with your friends! You always feel better with friends who love and accept you just as you are! We’re looking forward to having you join us for a relaxing lunch and some great fellowship at our October Women’s Birthday Club Lunch! Set aside some time on the second Monday of each month to celebrate with those having birthdays! Date & Time: Monday, October 13, 2014 at 12:00 noon Location: Big A Restaurant, 1553 South Street Birthday Cake provided by: Patty Johnke October Flower: Marigold (Calendula) or Cosmos October Birthstone: Opal or Tourmaline Those Celebrating October Birthdays Are: Shelley Sterling (October 2) Diane Wight (October 2) Jennie Cline (October 6) Erin Grady (October 6) Cassie Hershey (October 7) Sue Baker (October 9) Janelle Hester (October 10) Nancy Cagle (October 13) Kim Cullen Goertz (October 18) Marilyn Russell (October 22) Do you have birthday in October, and do not see your name listed here? Please contact Carol at the church office right away! We don’t want to miss a single one of you! If you would like transportation, or just need further details, please telephone the church office at 322-3236. Grandmother’s Chowder (Nothing can compare to a bowl of homemade soup. Brisk fall days are made a little cozier with this savory chowder from Dulyse Molnar of Oswego, New York…as seen on the Taste of Home website.) 1 pound ground turkey or beef 1 medium onion, chopped 12 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed 3 cups water Salt & pepper to taste 2 cups whole milk 1 can (15 ¼ ounces) whole kernel corn, drained 2 teaspoons parsley flakes 1 cup (8 ounces) dairy sour cream In a Dutch oven, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the potatoes, water, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender. Stir in the milk, corn, and parsley; cook for 5 minutes, or until heated through. Add a small amount of the hot soup to the sour cream. Gradually return all to pan, stirring constantly. (This will keep sour cream from curdling.) Heat through…but do not boil. Yield: 14 servings. …………………………………………………………………………… High School Lunch Schedule October 6th: Beth Douglas, Louise Brinton, & Ruanne Miller October 13th: Cindy Arnold, Nancy Cagle, & Linda Teter October 20th: Ruanne Miller, Becky Benton, & Candice Boersma October 27th: Carolyn Nix, Janelle Hester, & Melissa Peasley November 3rd: Charlotte Klein, Roxie Wickam, Kelley Hocker, Liz Lauck, & Carolyn Williams th November 10 : Nancy Cagle, Sherri Cullen, & Elaine Chason November 17th: Ruanne Miller, Becky Benton, & Candice Boersma November 24th: Carolyn Nix, Janelle Hester, & Melissa Peasley December 1st: Charlotte Klein, Roxie Wickam, Kelley Hocker, Liz Lauck, & Carolyn Williams th December 8 : Cindy Arnold, Nancy Cagle, & Linda Teter December 15th: Beth Douglas, Louise Brinton, & Carol Cook Free lunch, especially for all high school students! Come spend your lunch break with us every Monday that school is in session! Rides to Memorial Baptist and back to school are provided! To get involved, please contact Beth Douglas at 331-1548 or Pastor Craig at 322-3236. …………………………………………………………………………… Sunday Morning Fellowship Schedule Each Sunday morning before Sunday School or between Sunday School and Morning Worship, there are many who enjoy sharing a cup of coffee or juice and a brunch or snack item, along with some good fellowship. Remember, it is not a requirement that foods be home baked! Don’t forget that volunteers are reimbursed for submitted receipts. We appreciate our volunteers! Here is our schedule for this month. If you would like to join our group of volunteers, please contact Lu Lay or Pastor Craig! October 5th: Linda Patterson October 19th: Liz Lauck October 12th: Carolyn Williams October 26th: Lu Lay “Love is the only thing you get more of by giving it away.” ~ Tom Wilson “The meaning of life. The wasted years of life. The poor choices of life. God answers the mess of life with one word: ‘grace.’” ~ Max Lucado This Month’s Prayer List… List… Please call the church office at 322-3236 if you would like to have us join with you in prayer for a need. Health & Other Needs: Adele (Lu Lay’s sister) Cindy Arnold’s co-worker Cindy Arnold’s niece Jerry Arnold’s cousin Jack & Sue Baker Mike Banta (Dale & Charlotte Klein’s brotherin-law) John Benton’s father John & Becky Benton Candice Boersma’s grandmother Bonn Boyd Jim Bradley Joan Branscom Don & Louise Brinton Dale Burke (Louthan’s daughter-in-law’s father) Lacey & Jay Byers Wiley & Glenn Chance David & Renee Chebotarev & children (Ukraine) Christians in Iraq Jennie Cline College Students Brud Coy Philip Cunningham Marietta Dannar Louie DeBerry Vera Donaldson (aunt of Judy Huffaker) Amanda Douglas Donna Douglas (Ernie Douglas’ mother) Don (father of Kay Loveland’s friend, David) Bret Edwards Tifanie Eide Linda Eliason & Family Louise Elling Elmer (Lu Lay’s brother) Claire Evans Linda Fabian’s children Frank & Vicki Farrington Cody Floyd (military) T.J. Gaddis & Family General Election Kate Geringer Glenn (Lu Lay’s father) Gertrud Goetz Matt, Kim, Connor, Luke, & Dane Goertz Vi Goodrich Erin Grady’s friend Georgia Graves Coach Rodney Guin of Haughton, Louisiana Dorothy Hanks Chase Harrison (friend of Evelyn Kessinger) Linda Herman Kayo Hernandez Pedro Hernandez Kathy Hill Kevin & Kim Hill Jim & Ruth Irvine Jimmy (father of Candice Boersma) Joe & Barbara Irwin Christine Italiano Char Jackson (Judy Huffaker’s cousin) John Kavanagh (Ruanne Miller’s grandson) Keith (friend of Mickelsens) Kendra & Family Hunter Kent Dana & Phyllis Kinsley Ellen & Tim Kirkwood Leslie (Shelley Sterling’s friend) Lou Lankford’s children Tara Lockman & Family Merl & Dorothy Lockwood Kay Loveland’s co-worker John & Marilyn Maxon Fred McDade (future father-in-law of Christine Italiano) Barbara McGuire Joanie McKee Casey & Melanie Fischer & baby Michael (Lena Mohn’s brother) Ruanne Miller Juanita Mitchell Joyce Moon Tamy Moretz Jerry & Ellie Orr Paula & Family (Billy Hatton’s sister) Steve Peasley’s brotherin-law & family Platte County children & families Leo Preuit Betty Price Todd Prosser Rebecca (Dave’s sister) Coach Tommy Reeder of Haynesville, Louisiana Rick (Bakers’ son) Caisey Ricker Louise Roberts (Patty Johnke’s sister) Rosemarie Roby Ron Roche (son-in-law of Elaine Garland) Josh Ross Justin Ross Sarah & Family (Elaine Chason’s niece) Lester Schultz (Cindy Schultz Arnold’s father) Joe, Ophelia, & Bobby Scott Jean Shackelford Kip Shore Doris Small Tony & Samantha Smith Michelle Byers Sosa & friend, Doc Brett Spiker (Russells’ son-in-law) Linda Stapelman Randy Svalina & the church in Centennial, WY, as well as their pastor Dale Tatman Butch & Bonnie Terrell Tony Testolin Unsaved loved ones Vicki (Jody Oldsen’s sister) Sharon Wagner Carrie Wakkuri Dennis Watkins Anita Welken Wendy’s daughter (friend of the Harnish family) Connie, David, Darden, & Clint White Neil Wilson (Becky Benton’s father) Our October Birthdays & Anniversaries… Anniversaries… 2 – Samantha Evans, Shelley Sterling, Diane Wight 5 – Michael Bise 6 – Ellen Alley Jerry & Cindy Arnold (A), Jennie Cline, Erin Grady 7 – Cassie Hershey 9 – Sue Baker 10– John Benton, Janelle Hester 11 – Arnold Evans, Richard & Rebecca Kumpf (A), Rob Taylor 12 – Troy & Lu Lay (A) 13 – Nancy Cagle, Tim Nix 14 – Trace Douglas 16 – Wesley Taylor 18 – Adam Boyd, Bailey Boyd, Kim Cullen Goertz, Michael Farris 19 – Matt Johnson 20 – Kaed Coates 22 – Marilyn Russell 26– Sydney DeWitt, Reilly Mixson 27 – Autumn Boyd Coming Up in November... 1 – Sherri Cullen, Chad Williams 3 – Ryan & Heather Jones (A), Kristny Lauck 5 – Shaeleigh Evans, Bonnie Johnson, Bailey McFadden 8 – Rick & Kate Geringer (A) 9 – Abby Mickelsen 10– Tim & Carolyn Nix (A) 12 – Shirley Lawrence, Shirley Niemczyk, Penny Teel, Sharon Wagner 13 – Rick Geringer 14 – Lilley Lawrence 16 – Richard & Marilyn Russell (A) 17 – Frank Hester 19 – Michael Lawrence, Rob Niemczyk 21 – Scott DeWitt 22 – Emily Young 23 – Rex Johnson 25 – Dr. E.R. & Jackie Cagle (A) 27 – Melissa Peasley 28 – Helen Howell, Bob Johnson 29 – Harry Horblit, Jacob Nix 30 – Sharon Oman Do we have your birthdays and anniversaries on our list? Please call us at the church at 322-3236, and tell us your special day(s)! Attention, Parents of College Students… Plans are being made for the CIA Group to send care packages to our college students in future months. To help them prepare for this, Children’s Ministry Director Nancy Cagle asks that you please share the addresses of your college students, as well as suggestions for any snacks they might like to receive in a care package. We want them to know that they are in our thoughts and prayers. Please contact the church office to share your students’ addresses. Thank you! October 5th Erin Coates & Saige Kent November 16th Sara & Kaitlyn Vigil October 12th Miken Harnish & Bailey Boyd November 23rd Eric & Jenna Brown October 19th Khory & Khrysie Snyder November 30th Stephanie & Macy Mote October 26th Tara & Brody Lockman December 7th Erin Coates & Saige Kent November 2nd Candice Boersma & Cody Cagle December 14th Miken Harnish & Bailey Boyd November 9th Melissa & Lane Peasley December 21st Khory & Khrysie Snyder December 28th Tara & Brody Lockman “Jesus said, ‘Let the little children come to Me, andd do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” (Matthew 19:14) Weekly Opportunities at MBC… At Memorial Baptist, we have many opportunities for Bible Study and fellowship for the entire family. We invite you to join us as we learn and grow together! (Please see enclosed calendar for any schedule changes.) Sunday Mornings: (9:45 a.m.) Sunday School for All Ages: Nursery Preschool Class 1st – 3rd Grade Class 4th – 5th Grade Class Youth I Youth II Adult Class Options include: College Age Class Adult I Class Adult II Class Adult III Class Morning Worship Service: (11:00 a.m.) Nursery provided. Sunday Evenings: BRIDGE Youth – 5:30 p.m. Children in Action (Play Rehearsal) – 5:30 p.m. Adult Bible Study – 6:00 p.m. Additional Sunday Activities: Country Club Living Worship 4th & 5th Sundays, 3pm Business Meetings 2nd Sundays at 7:00 p.m. Mondays: High School Lunch at MBC – 11:55 a.m. (every Monday that school is in session) Women’s Birthday Club Lunch 2nd Mondays, noon Bible Study at Country Club Living – 2:30 p.m. Tuesday Evenings: (7:00 p.m.) Ladies’ Bible Study Wednesday Mornings: (9:00 a.m.) Ladies’ Bible Study Wednesday Evenings: Choir Rehearsal – 5:30 p.m. BRIDGE Youth at 265 YO Ranch Road – 7:00 p.m. Memorial Baptist Church 202 19th Street Wheatland, Wyoming 82201 October “In peace I will both lie down and sleep, for You, Lord, alone make me dwell in safety and confident trust.” ~ Psalm 4:8
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