Saints and ‘Aints
The New Orleans Saints football team has a most interesting history. They have been recent Super Bowl champs following a number of good regular seasons and post season appearances. The turn-around has come with the acquisition of Drew Breeze as the quarterback. They are now a year-in year-out contender in the NFC.
This has not always been their fortune. They were not contenders or even very good for most of the years prior to his arrival. The most humorous years were the ones when they were known affectionately as the ‘Aints. People actually came to their games with bags on their heads symbolizing their desire to remain anonymous as Saints fans.
The people of God are called saints. Paul uses the word often in the introductions to his letters. I and II Corinthians, Ephesians, Philippians, and Colossians all open with references to the saints. The Greek word translated “saints” is pronounced “hagios”. It means simply holy. Saints, then, are “the holy ones”. They have been “sanctified in Christ Jesus, called to be saints” (I Corinthians 1:2).
One of the classic passages about this concept is I Peter 1:15-16, “But as He who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct, because it is written, ‘Be holy, for I am holy.’” The expectation for the saints of God is holiness. It is their lifestyle. It is their life. It affects everything they think, do, say, and dream.
However, there are times when saints feel like they should be wearing a bag. They are ashamed of their conduct. They are, at that moment, ‘aints not saints. The Bible teaches that saints are condemnation free (Romans 8:1) not sin free. The struggle with sin will be lifelong but we get to keep the name—Saints.
Greeters for Feb 26 and 29:
Jeff and Janie Amburgey
Owen and Rhonda Barnes
Melinda Dolen
UPCOMING EVENTS
February 21—Teddy Bear workday from 9-11am and 6:30-8:30pm
February 26—Family group #3 meet after services
February 27—Women’s Christian book club meet at 2pm at Joy Anderson’s home.
March 3—Building reserved from 1-5pm
March 4—Family group #4 meet
Welcome! Amy Williams was baptized into Christ on Tuesday, February 14. Amy and her daughter Ava have been attending here for several months. Amy’s address is 1019 Park Place Drive, Richmond. Her phone number is (859) 358-4308.
Congratulations! Jackie and Scott Shouse welcomed daughter Laura Jacqueline on Tuesday, February 14!
Ann Baker has moved from McCready Manor. Her new address is 432 Cady Drive, Apt. D5, Richmond, KY 40475. Her telephone number is (859) 358-8224.
VBS Planning Committee: Meeting on February 26 at 5pm to discuss ideas for VBS 2012. If you have been asked to serve on this committee or if you would like to volunteer to help, your attendance is encouraged! See Kim Seale for additional information. Members: Jan and Gary Costilow, Elvin and Bette Combs, Atrel Cole, Leon Arvin, Lee Gentry, Bill Goins, Jo Abanatha, Chris Ridge
Relatives of members: Sue Spears, Fay May, David Moore, Ozella Gilbert, Tara Wallace, Shirley Wells, James Hale, Hugh Runner, Judy Springs, George Heider,
Pattie Brockwell, Doug McFaddin, Lowell Murray, Lloyd Anglin, Drew Nickel, Lucille Parsons, Alice McLennan
Friends of members: Russie Jones, Tyson Lewis, Rhonda Martin, Les Marler
Chris Ridge was scheduled for cancer surgery on Monday, Feb. 20 at UK Hospital. As of this printing, he received good news that his liver was ok.
Savannah Rose was hospitalized this past weekend for complications from her Chron’s disease.
DeQuon Cloud (former Blasdell kid) had back surgery at UK Hospital. He is now home.
Jamie Bryant, friend of Debbie Moore, is recovering from brain surgery for cancer. She also has an infection in the surgery site.
Leonard Stump, relative of Sam and Jenny Stump, has cancer and is under hospice care.
Patty Calmes, relative of Nona Bond, is battling cancer.
Alice McLennan, mother of Laurel Curd, was scheduled for surgery on Feb. 21 to clear a blocked artery. Laurel and Elizabeth are with her in Florida for the next month while she recovers.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Angie Keene and her family. Angie’s grandfather, John Preece, passed away on Sunday. No arrangements were available at time of printing. Benevolence need—chest of drawers. See Phil Montgomery if you can help.
A basket for Jake and April Barnes’ baby girl (due February 27) is located in the foyer for anyone wishing to give a gift.
Lads to Leaders song leading and songs of praise participants will practice at 5:15pm in the training room on the following dates:
March 4, 18
April 1
Bridal Shower—A shower to honor Ashley Lacy will be held March 25 from 2-4pm at the building. Ashley is registered at Kohl’s, Target, and Bed, Bath & Beyond.
2012 Men’s Retreat—March 23-24 at Cumberland Falls State Resort Park
“Lead Like Jesus: Lessons for Everyone from the Greatest Leadership Role Model of All Time”
See Robin Wright to sign up. Deadline is Sunday, March 3. Room price is $50 to be paid at time of registration.
To my wonderful church family,
Thanks for the food, phone calls, staying with me at night, taking me to the doctor. All of your prayers, love, and concern helped so much to get through this long illness. Thanks a million for everything.
In Christ, Jo Abanatha
Dear Brethren,
Thank you all for your kind expressions of sympathy during this time and for being there to help out while my mother was sick and during the time of grieving.—Virgil and Penny McIntosh
Those to Serve Morning Worship: February 26, 2012
Prayer Paul Sowards Announcements Brian Hall Usher-Auditorium Mark Derringer Usher-Foyer Randy Brockwell Scripture Reading Bryan Dykes Preside at Table Owen Barnes Assist Front Travis Barnes
Assist Front John Short Assist Front Bill Snapp Assist Front Eric Helton Assist Rob Newman Assist Jonathan Ross Assist Howard Meade Assist Alan Williams Assist Jerome Williams Assist Eddie Lawrence Song Leader Ron Murray Collect Visitor Cards Camden Makinen Will May Ben Thompson Count Offering Danny Hunt Tim Ross Robin Wright Audio/Video Chris Hymore James May Nursery Attendant Jessica Madden
Nursery Attendant Rhonda Barnes Nursery Attendant Carrie Davidson Evening Worship:
Prayer Joe Koger Usher and Announce Bryan Makinen Scripture Reading Isaac Hall Preside at Table Kevin Middleton
Assist Russell Hehemann Assist Kevin May Assist Luke Mathis Assist Andrew Mathis Song Leader David May Wednesday Night: Feb 29, 2012
Prayer Leader Jack Hall Song Leader Robin Wright Announcements John Mathis A/V Chris Hymore
James May Devotional Brent Harrell If unable to serve please call Drew Alexander at 661-2072. ATTENDANCE AND CONTRIBUTION Wednesday, February 15, 2012 Bible Study 238 Sunday, February 19, 2012 Bible Study 178 Morning Worship 328 Evening Worship 185 Contribution $8,869.79 2012 Weekly Budget $9,144.33 Vision Fun $330.00 Schedule of Services Sunday: Bible Study 9:00 A.M. Morning Worship 10:00 A.M. Evening Worship 6:00 P.M. Wednesday: Bible Study 7:00 P.M The Richmond congregation of the church of Christ meets at: 1500 Lancaster Road, Richmond, KY Phone (859)623-8535 Email: Richmondcc@richmondcc.org Web site: http://www.richmondcc.org Office Hours are 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday | A.M. I Corinthians 1:1-3
The People of God: Saints
To understand the term saints and its implications for God’s people.
P.M. Revelation 20:1-3
Great Chapters of the Bible
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