From Faith to Faith
PASTOR: Dr. Carl W. Bogue January 2005 VOL. XXI No. 1
New Bible Study Opportunities
On the first Sunday of every month, beginning January 2, 2005 there will be a general Bible study that will meet after the morning worship service. This Bible study is open to all members of the congregation and their children. Those who wish to participate should bring a covered dish so that we may eat together before the study begins. The course of study will either be in the area of biblical theology or systematic theology. We will choose one of these options during our first meeting.
On the fourth Saturday of every month, beginning January 22, 2005, at 7:30 a.m. there will be a men’s breakfast at the church followed by a time of Bible study. All the men in the congregation and their sons are invited. We already have a couple of volunteers to do the cooking for us. The course of study will be decided upon at the first meeting.
32nd Annual March for Life in Washington D.C.
Monday, January 24, 2005
The Annual March for Life in Washington D.C. this year is scheduled for Monday, January 24, 2005. Anyone wishing more information may contact The Right to Life of Akron at (330)762-2785 or see Andy Bogue. Andy has been a regular attender at this event for many years and would be glad to answer any questions you may have regarding this event. A bus will be leaving Akron for Washington D.C. on Sunday evening, but space is limited. If you are interested in riding the bus see Andy Bogue or call the event chairman, Ann Young at (330)414-1690. Seats on the bus cost $50 ($45 for students and seniors).
Attention Ladies of Faith Church:
The WIC Quilting Class for January will be Saturday, January 15th from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon. If anyone has a question regarding the class or the supply list please feel free to call Myrna Best at (330) 499-6434.
Can you help? If any one has a sewing machine or an ironing board they could donate to the quilting class it would be most helpful. If you have either item you could donate please contact Debra Kobb.
Note from the WIC Treasurer:
Ladies...if you purchase something and need to be reimbursed from the church treasurer...please see your WIC Treasurer, Melinda Althuis, first. After she marks her books accordingly she will pass your request onto the church treasurer for payment.
Morning Nursery:
This is the Sunday for which you have been assigned responsibility for the nursery during morning worship. If you are unable to provide care on your day please find a replacement.
Jan. 2: Stacey Woolbert
Jan. 9: Betsy Woolbert
Jan. 16: Kristi Kadlecek
Jan. 23: Dawn Duff
Jan. 30: Stacey Woolbert
Dear WIC:
Thank you ladies for the nice baby gifts for our new little Rastetter lady. We are so excited and thankful for this new little blessing. Thank you for helping u s get ready for her! God bless you! Love, Kelly Rastetter
MISSIONARY NEWS
Reformation Christian Ministries (Italy): Dr. Franco Maggiotto requests earnest prayer for a much needed building to house priests who are persecuted for seeking Biblical truth and worship.
Reformed Ministries International (Spain): Jack and Sherri Campbell and family are currently in the U.S. We welcomed them to our congregation to share the news of their work in Spain and to hear Jack preach on December 26th. Pray for an increase in their financial support, for good health, and for safety in traveling.
Mission to the World (a country in Europe): Please consider whether your family could host a young man or woman from a country in Europe for a few months. G. J. knows that living with a Christian family is a spiritual “eye-opener”. One family from Huntsville, AL has already volunteered to host a boy named Dennis.Linda Johnson could use some short term help
homeschooling the Johnson children. Gary is also praying for a US ruling elder to help govern their church-plants.
Thank You
Deborah and I would like to thank the congregation for the wonderful reception given for us the first Sunday back after our wedding in Arizona. We had a beautiful wedding, a joyous time with family and friends, and a perfect honeymoon. Deb is even surviving the winter welcome and getting adjusted to her new home.
The reception made a grand beginning for us in our new life together with the congregation. The dinner, as always, was great, but the cake and the decorations were above and beyond, making the whole occasion very special. Thanks again for your love, faithfulness, and encouragement to us.
Carl and Deborah
January Preaching Schedule
January 2: AM and PM: Mr. Bruce Buchanan
January 9: AM: #27 “When Fasting is Wrong”; Mark 2:19
PM: Pastor Jim Kobb
January 16: AM: #29 “Neither in this Mountain nor in Jerusalem”; Jn 4:21, 24
PM: Pastor Jim Kobb
January 23: AM: #30 “Sabbath Institution and Obligation”;
Genesis 2:2-3
PM: #31 “Keep it Holy”; Exodus 20:28
January 30: AM: #32 “Does the Sabbath Matter?”; Isaiah 58:13-14
PM: Pastor Jim Kobb
GUEST PREACHER
We welcome to our pulpit on January 2nd, Mr. Bruce G. Buchanan, currently of Greenville, S.C. Mr. Buchanan is a graduate of Liberty University and has his M.Div. from Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. He is licensed by the Presbytery of Northern California of the Orthodox Presbyterian Church and seeking a call to the Gospel ministry.
In addition to his ministerial training and experience, he was a U.S. Army Officer, Infantry, 10th Division, out of Fort Drum, NY, from 1991-1996. Bruce has had a variety of work experiences, received special training in counseling under Dr. Jay Adams, and is certified as an Emergency Medical Technician in relation to his current work. He has been married since May of 1999, and he and his wife Donna have three daughters.
Mr. Buchanan will preach both services Jan. 2nd and will be involved with us over the weekend.
Thank you to the congregation of Faith Church for your donations of food and money for our annual holiday food drive. Your thoughtfulness and generosity are much appreciated by the recipients of your donations. – The Board of Deacons
Prayer Chain Requests
December 4: Art Richards, Rol Richard’s brother, was diagnosed with lung cancer in both lungs. No chemo or radiation was recommended. He could be a possible candidate for a new test program at the Cleveland Clinic. He will be seeing the doctors on December 19th for assessment. Pray he is accepted into that program and for God’s healing hand and presence.
December 10: Art Richards went to the Cleveland Clinic and was accepted into the program. He will travel to Cleveland every two weeks and later it will be reduced to once every six months. Pray for healing and for travel safety.
Annual Ligonier National Conference
The Annual Ligonier National Conference this year is in Orlando, Florida and will be held on March 10-12, 2005. The theme this year is Five Keys to Spiritual Growth.
Rev. and Mrs. Kobb will be attending the conference and would be glad to answer any questions you may have. They have placed flyers on the bulletin board in the vestibule with more information.