Broadcaster April 13, 2010

A Moment in the Mirror
Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says. Anyone who listens to the word but does not do what it says is like a man who looks at his face in a mirror and,after looking at himself, goes away and immediately forgets what he looks like. (James 1:22-24)

Who came to a sign at the fork of the road
He looked one way and the other way too
The Zoad had to make up his mind what to do - Well, the Zoad scratched his head, 
And his chin, and his pants. - And he said to himself, "I’ll be taking a chance.
If I go to Place One, that place may be hot
So how will I know if I like it or not.
On the other hand, though, I’ll feel such a fool
If I go to Place Two and find it’s too cool
In that case I may catch a chill and turn blue.
So Place One may be best and not Place Two. 
Play safe," cried the Zoad, 
"I’ll play safe, I’m no dunce.
I’ll simply start off to both places at once.
And that’s how the Zoad who would not take a chance
Went no place at all with a split in his pants.

The words of Dr. Seuss really do describe many people. Those depict the commitment level of many who wear the name Christian. But is that the commitment that Christ is looking for when He says: “…If any of you wants to be my follower, you must turn from your selfish ways, take up your cross daily, and follow me. If you try to hang on to your life, you will lose it. But if you give up your life for my sake, you will save it.” (Luke 9.23-24) ---- The life with Christ is not an easy way …. Or the easy road….It’s not being a FAN, but a FOLLOWER. You should be satisfied with nothing less than being a FOLLOWER.

Grace and Peace,
Tim

First Christian Church in Erwin, TN is seeking a Youth Director:

Duties shall include: Planning and implementing
children's/youth activities, bible studies, and
special events. Applicant must be dedicated to
the cause of Christ. Send résumé to:

First Christian Church
Attn: Youth Committee
307 S. Main Avenue
Erwin, TN 37650

For questions call 743-3811 Mon., Tues, or Thurs. 8 a.m.-2p.m.
or 743-6026 anytime.

Missions 2010
Summer Backpack Food Program
We took part in this last summer and it was a roaring success. Thanks to YOU children in our community were fed through the summer.
There are about 120 children on the list this year, the need is real and these kids need our help. Churches and businesses through out the community will be asked for different food item’s. Ours will be Instant Oatmeal and Cold Cereal, the single serve packages. Unless you go to a “mega store” most grocers sell the boxes of instant oatmeal and cold cereal that have 10 packages each. Look at it this way:
To take care of 1 child all summer bring in: 5 boxes (10 pk) of instant oatmeal OR 5 packages (10 singles) of cold cereal
If you’d like to take care of 2 kids just double it up!
There will be 5 deliveries this summer and our first collection date is 5/22/10.

You are invited to attend
East Tennessee Christian Home
And Academy
“Growing girls God’s way”
BENEFIT DINNER
6:30 PM
Friday, April 23, 2010
Boones Creek Christian Church
105 Christian Church Road
(Exit 17 Off 126, Next to Cracker Barrel)
Entertainment by J4 Band
Guest Speaker: Sonny Smith
Acclaimed Milligan College Graduate, SEC Auburn Basketball Coach, TV Sport’s South Broadcaster.
No meal tickets needed, but an opportunity to contribute to the ministry of ETCHA will be given.
Reservations needed: 423-542-4423

PRAYER CONCERNS/UPDATES
Jerry Whitt’s sister-in-law Maxine Whitt is having health issues.

CONTINUE IN PRAYER FOR…
Doris Johnson, Beverly Britt, Sandy M. Heritage, Levi Gardner, Jackie Duncan, Terry Jarrett, Billie Flowers, Lou Thornberry, Jack/Norma Ingle, John Marr, Maurice Love, Ramona Gouge, Stamper family, Kira Whitson, Gene/Gladys Bowman, Denise Ray, John Martins father, Jack Britt, Tim Bennett, Marilyn Brown, Martha Hartsell, Spencer Moore, Kathryn Sparks
 
TEAM AARON!
Visit www.caringbridge.org/visit/aaronstamper for updates
 
 IN HEALTH CARE….
Erwin Health Care – Beulah Morris
UCMH Long Term Care – Ruth Marie Masters, Edyth Price,
Helen Miller
Center On Aging – Mary Davis, Jo Jackson
Ken and Agnes Kerns
Pine Oaks Assisted Living – Pete Harvey
Appalachian Christian Village-Lois Stamper
Christian Care Center-Ruth Evans
Shut-ins-Charles Flowers, Joan Hicks, Polly Miller

52 Club 2009(Perfect Attendance)

Award pins will be handed out this week on Sunday, April 18, 2010 before Sunday School in the Sanctuary. Congratulations to:

Seth Jones 1 year
B. J. Moore 4 years
Patti Hemphill 7 years
Charlotte Miller 8 years
George Miller 9 years
Betty Gouge 10 years
Katie Jones 12 years
Pete Chitwood 15 years
Beverly Britt 19 years
David Eunson 20 years
Jack Britt 24 years
Buster Hughes 24 years
Marjorie Williams 51 years WOW!!

If you feel you’ve been overlooked please see B. J. Moore


Happy Birthday to:
Mark Whitson-25
Pete Chitwood-26
Jo Jackson-26

~Thank You's~

To the Home Department, thank you for the beautiful Easter Lily. To Hope Circle,
thank you so much for your many kindnesses. I appreciate being remembered by my church friends. To Joy Circle, thank you for the lovely springtime card-it brightened my day!
Joan Hicks
~~~~~
To the Home Department,
Thank you so much for the beautiful Easter lily!
Gene and Gladys Bowman


Weekly Memory Verse
For Christ died for sins once for all, the righteous for the unrighteous, to bring you to God. He was put to death in the body but made alive by the Spirit.
I Peter 3:18

This Sunday, April 18

Speaker…..….David Roberts

Sermon Title
“I Am The Way”

Sermon Text
John 14:1-7

Prayer
Kathy Eunson

Communion Meditation
Lee Hemphill

Elders
George Coley; Jack Gardner

Deacons
John David Sneyd; Jerry Whitt; Jody Moore;
1 Volunteer

Communion to shut-ins
George Coley; Jody Moore

Communion Preparation
Betty Gouge

Greeter
Gloria Guarini

Nursery:
1st hour……...Lori Alexander
2nd hour…......Lori Alexander

Classrooms:
Sunday School
2’s-4’s…………. Jody Moore
K-1st………….Kathy Eunson
2nd-5th……….. Becky Moore
6th-……………. Angie Moore

Church
2-5 yrs…..…Sally Ann Sneyd
1st-5th……………. Sanctuary

Service Times
Sunday School…….. 9:45 am
Morning Worship….10:45 am

Wed. Bible Study….. 7:00 pm
Wed. Youth………….7:00 pm

Contact Information

Church Office Phone
743-3811

fccerwin@embarqmail.com

On the Web:
fccerwintn.blogspot.com

Office Hours:
Mon.,Tues.,Thur.,
8:00am-2:00pm

Minister (cell) 388-9862
Minister (home) 743.4222
Int. Youth Min…….220-6646

Interim Minister
David Roberts…....542-9494

Stamper Address
Target House I
Room 208/Aaron Stamper
1811 Poplar Ave.
Memphis, TN 38104