The bulletin announcements for November 10th are listed below:
Commissioning Service- Community Bible Church is inviting us to participate in commissioning Jacob and Camille Scott for the mission field tonight at 6 PM. There will be a finger food reception after the program.
There will be a short Board Meeting after each service this morning to approve the ballot of officers for 2025.
The Eunice Ladies- will be meeting on Wednesday evening at 6:30 PM here at the church. Nancy Orin will have the lesson and Connie Ormiston will provide the refreshments.
The Dollar Club- We selected Sherry Norman of Terre Haute to receive our gift from last month. Be looking for others that we might consider for our gift.
Gift Card Shower- Blake and Becca Farris’ baby will be here soon. Instead of a Baby Shower we are going to shower them with cards. There will be a basket in the foyer to put your cards in.
Operation Christmas Child- We will be collecting items through November 15th. Our packing date will be November 17th. Any of the items that we suggested over the last several months are still being accepted. Please visit with Becky Bayes if you have any questions.
2024 Sign-Up Sheets – There are sign-up sheets in the foyer for Junior Church Volunteers and Nursery workers for first service.
Bible Study –our new Bible Study series began on October 31st. The title is “Your Devine Design” by Chip Ingram. Learning to discover, develop and deploy your spiritual gifts. A video will go along with the series. We meet on Thursday evenings at 7 PM in the Fellowship Hall. Everyone is welcome!
Fundraising for Winter Retreat: We are trying to raise $3,000 specifically for our High School Winter Retreat. It is a four day event where students have the opportunity to ski and snowboard, but most importantly, will have the opportunity to hear the word of Jesus preached in a unique way. Students are looking forward to growing together as a group through this shared experience and the life long memories made and lessons learned. If you would like to contribute, make your donation out to “Bell Ridge Youth” or use an envelope on the back table.
Ridge Runners- Need a little help with a project around your home? Call the Church and ask if a Ridge Runner can help you. Brochures are in the foyer on the bulletin table.
Youth News!
BASK – Meets on Wednesdays after school. Pick up time is 5:30.
Jr. High Youth Group – Sunday evenings at 5:30 PM.
Sr. High Youth Group – Youth Group will meet on Wednesday evening at 6 PM.
Sr. High CIY Registration has begun – Get it on your calendars.
Sr. High Winter Retreat: December 27-30, 2024
Jr. Church …is looking for volunteer teachers for the 10:40 service. Students dismiss before the sermon. Curriculum will be provided to you two weeks ahead of time. See Don with any questions.
Gratitude and Appreciation
Ron Stone and Steve Branch Jr. assisted with the new camera installation. Thank you!
Southfork Homestead invited the Bell Ridge After School Kids (BASK) to an afternoon of games, snacks and worship. Everyone had a good time. Thank you!
Worship Emphasis
Worship Emphasis Request
We are inviting our congregation to contribute to our Worship Emphasis column. Would you consider participating by sharing your favorite scripture(s) along with a brief explanation why? Kurt and Steve Brinkerhoff will be answering any questions and accepting your submissions.
You Are a Missionary! Part 2
(Matthew 28:20)
Jesus identified two things expected of those who trust Him and have committed to following Him as a disciple. First is baptism by water. Jesus began His own earthly ministry by baptism. Baptism is meant to be a public declaration that one who believes in Jesus now belongs to Him. Jesus commands the disciples to baptize believers in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Second, Jesus adds that obedience is expected of those who call themselves His disciples. (John 14:15) “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments.”
We are to teach new believers in Jesus to observe everything He has commanded us to do. Obedience to all of Jesus’ teaching is the standard of every Christian.
Misc
Sermons are available online- If you are unable to be here on a given Sunday you can hear the sermon on our website. Just go to http://www.bellridge.org, click on the Media tab, click on sermons, and choose a sermon preference. The YouTube and Facebook options allow for both audio and video, and the SoundCloud option is just audio. By clicking on the scripture reference, you will be able to read the associated sermon notes and start the recording. The sermons will be in date order with the most current one at the top of the list. If you have any questions, please call the church. We are happy to help.
Bulletin Announcements- By accessing Media on our webpage you will see a new page titled “Bulletins.” Our announcements will be posted in that location every week.
Online Giving- Is available on our website by clicking on “Giving.” There is a “Give to Bell Ridge” button that you can click on, and then follow the directions.