Sept. 11 announcements
Below is a list of members who do not have pictures for our new directory. We would like to have as many pictures as possible, so for the next three weeks volunteers will be taking pictures after worship. This week, Lundy Morrison is our volunteer and she will be on the east side of the mall to take your picture. Next week we plan to take pictures again—this time under the grove of trees after our outdoor worship.
Julie Allami Kay Anderson
Rusty Anderson Steve & Debbie Anderson
Penny Barbee Bill & Sue Campbell
Ted & Anna Chainey Taylor & Megan Chinowth
Holly Coker LaVonne Cory
Bert Crowder Jim & Karen Curran
Jerry & Vivian DaVee Clyde Davis
Cheryl DeArmon Doris DeArmon
Marjorie DeArmon Marcelline Dial
Tony & Cassie Douglas Earl & Ann Douthitt
Kevin & Michele Eichling Frank & Leslie Fermo
Matthew Foltz Steve & Millie Frost
Betty Greenhaw L. B. Guthrie
Ben Hall Lisa Hall
Johnny Harsha Demyree Hayes
Jason Hayes Joshua & Rebecca Hayes
Betty Haynie Shawn & Teresa Haynie
Chad & Kendra Hellman James & Sandra Hill
Louise Hogan Bernadine Holland
Jack & Janie Holt Greg & Kathy Isom
Darlene Jacobs Della Jones
Ron & Robin Lee Carl Lolar
Stephanie Long Scott McDaniel
Nathan Mabe Katrina Martin
Jack & Mary Louise Mosteller Jerry & Anora Muller
Justin & Tara Near Lance Newsom
Martin & Geneva Orr Todd & Kim Pitts
John Poblete Melody Dawn Reed
Frankie Roemer Guy & Carol Rutherford
Frank Sedivy Ed & Holly Senior
Bobby & Cindy Smith Latiesha Tabb
Kirk & Sherri Taylor Mark & Jan Tyler
Phil & Jan Upton Jo Urton
Bert & Vera Vanderpool Lonnie Wadsworth
Charles & Michelle West Wanda White
Frances Wright
Honoring Marvin Phillips
There will be a come-and-go reception in his honor of Marvin Phillips 80th birthday Sunday afternoon from 2-4pm in the Great Room.
Garnett All-Church Retreat
The Garnett All-Church Retreat will be October 14th-16th at New Life Ranch. (Only 5 weeks away!) Mark your calendars and join us for an all-church retreat to enjoy time together as a Garnett family. There will be games, food, fellowship–and s’mores! See Beth West for pricing questions & if you are ready to sign up and pay your deposit ($10 per family member).
FYI: Middle School and High School students may sign up and attend the All-Church Retreat without the supervision of an adult. All adults on the trip will agree to mentor and supervise our youth during this time. We are listening to feedback and we are learning as we go about how to effectively plan and develop this retreat, and we want to encourage as much participation as possible. If you have questions or concerns about your child’s participation, feel free to contact Lance Newsom at (918) 694-9005.
Celebrating National Back to Church Sunday, Sept. 18
With great optimism for cooler weather we are planning an outdoor worship for Sunday, September 18, at 10 am. We will all meet under the grove and sit at picnic tables, chairs provided, or you can bring your own. There will be a sound system so it will be easy to hear.
There will be no classes; instead we will have outdoor fun activities. Please bring your own lunch, or pick something up, and stay awhile.
Invite your friends, family and neighbors to join us!
Children’s Ministry Volunteers
We omitted Vanessa Hensley Douglass a few weeks ago when honoring children’s volunteers. Vanessa volunteers in the children’s program and we value her along with all the volunteers who tirelessly work to share Christ with our children at Garnett.
Filipino Dinner and Auction
Mark your calendars for the Filipino Dinner and Auction on October 22 at 5:30 pm. Proceeds will go to Philippine Missions and the GAP (God Always Provides) fund. For more information contact Annie Mileur at 918-627-4544.
Tim Hawkins Live
Don’t forget Tim Hawkins, Christian comedian, is coming to the Green Country Event Center on Thursday, September 29, at 7 pm. Tickets are available online at greencountryeventcenter.com or in the mall after services through Rick Hayes or Tim Schweikhard. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door. All tickets are general admission so come early to get a good seat.
Dave Ramsey: Financial Peace University
On Wednesday, October 5, at The Gathering we’ll have a preview and begin sign-ups for the class. The class will begin Wednesday, October 19, at 6:30 pm. After worship look for people wearing red bracelets and ask them for more information! Or go to the Financial Peace University website www.daveramsey.com/fpu.
Sunday September 4th
The Gathering
The Gathering will be Wednesday, September 7, at 6:30pm in Phillips Hall. Come hear about how diversity can lead to creativity. You won’t want to miss this!
Student Ministry
Summer Change-Can Fundraising Project
This project sponsored by Garnett Student Ministry is coming to a close. You might remember that this fundraiser was designed to support Garnett’s “One-More” campaign… one more well, one more missionary supported, one more project, etc…
The change cans that were distributed at the beginning of summer will be collected Sunday, September 11. Please bring your cans and deposit them at the coffee bar Sunday morning. Thanks to everyone for your support in this effort.
Garnett All-Church Retreat
The Garnett All-Church Retreat will be October 14th-16th at New Life Ranch. (Only 7 weeks away!) Mark your calendars and join us for an all-church retreat to enjoy time together as a Garnett family. There will be games, food, fellowship–and s’mores! See Beth West if you have questions or are ready to sign up and pay your deposit ($10 per family member).
Celebrating National Back to Church Sunday, Sept. 18
With great optimism for cooler weather we are planning an outdoor worship for Sunday, September 18, at 10 am. We will all meet under the grove and sit at picnic tables, chairs provided, or you can bring your own. There will be a sound system so it will be easy to hear.
There will be no classes; instead we will have outdoor fun activities. Please bring your own lunch, or pick something up, and stay awhile.
Invite your friends, family and neighbors to join us!
Rocking Chairs for the Nursery
A big thank you to those that contributed to the purchase of much needed rocking chairs for the Nursery. The chairs have been ordered and will be in use soon.
Tulsa Truck In
One of our members, Perri Voge, has planned a big event for truck enthusiasts that will also be a way to help raise money for programs at Garnett Church of Christ such as GAP (God Always Provides) that help those in need.
The event is called TULSA TRUCK IN and everyone is invited. Trucks and SUVs will be parked on the East side of the property on Saturday September 10 from 8am to 6 pm. We will need volunteers who enjoy trucks and people and can direct the parking of trucks in the morning from 8 am till about 11am. If you can help please contact Perri Voge at 918-437-2988. We will feed you and make sure you get a door prize. We invite anyone with a truck or SUV to come and register; the fee is only $15 and makes you eligible for some big prizes.
Tim Hawkins Live
Don’t forget Tim Hawkins, Christian comedian, is coming to the Green Country Event Center on Thursday, September 29, at 7 pm. Tickets are available online at greencountryeventcenter.com or in the mall after services through Rick Hayes or Tim Schweikhard. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door. All tickets are general admission so come early to get a good seat.
Dave Ramsey: Financial Peace University
Announcing the first-ever Dave Ramsey Financial Peace University offering at Garnett Church of Christ beginning Wednesdays this fall. Save for the $93 entry fee or volunteer for church/Green Country and earn “sweat equity” in place of cash. Watch for info to come!
Sunday 8/28 Announcements
Class Schedule for Labor Day Holiday
There will be no Bible Classes Sunday, September 4, for the Labor Day holiday. Worship will be held at 10 am as usual.
The Gathering
The September Gathering will be held Wednesday, September 7, in Phillips Hall at 6:30pm.
Secret Sister Dinner
Save the Date – Thursday, September 1, for our Secret Sister Dinner in the Great Room at 6:30 pm. This is a great time to come and fellowship with your Sisters in Christ and get better acquainted.
We will be having a Pot Luck Dinner. Current Secret Sisters and those wanting to find out more about Secret Sisters are welcome!! Come and bring a friend. Our theme for the evening will be “School Day Memories.”
Bring a favorite childhood school picture. We’ll be trying to guess who’s in the picture.
For more information call Kathy Erwin or Debbie Anderson.
Rocking Chairs Needed
We received a donation for a rocking chair, but we are still in need of four more. People who like to bargain hunt, please be on the look out for solid wooden rocking chairs at garage sales or estate sales that are in good condition. If you would like to donate cash, the cost for a classic rocker is around $100 each. If you have any questions, please reply to this email, contact the church office at 918-663-3000, or see Lundy Morrison.
Dave Ramsey: Financial Peace University
Announcing the first-ever Dave Ramsey Financial Peace University offering at Garnett Church of Christ beginning Wednesdays this fall. Save for the $93 entry fee or volunteer for church/Green Country and earn “sweat equity” in place of cash. Watch for info to come!
God Always Provides
August 13, 2011 by gregtaylor
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Upcoming Showers
July 22, 2011 by gregtaylor
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Kasey Frost and Steven St. John , Sunday, July 31. They are registered at Target, Bed Bath & Beyond, and Macy’s. Kasey is the daughter of Steve and Milly Frost.
Austin McIlroy and Lisa Curry, Sunday, August 7. They are registered at Target, and Bed Bath & Beyond. Austin is the son of Jeff and Teresa McIlroy.
July 14th Announcements
Daughters of Anna Luncheon
The Daughters of Anna July luncheon will be held after classes today in the Great Room. All ladies who attend church alone are invited to attend.
Rocking Chairs Needed
We are in need of 5 new rocking chairs in the nursery and cry room. We currently have glider rockers, but a classic rocker would hold up better over the years of use. If you have one at home that you aren’t using, please let us know. People who like to bargain hunt, please be on the look out for solid wooden rocking chairs at garage sales or estate sales that are in good condition. If you would like to donate cash, the cost for a classic rocker is around $100 each. If you have any questions, please reply to this email, contact the church office at 918-663-3000, or see Lundy Morrison.
Children
Virtue & Memory Verse for July
Virtue – Service, lending a hand to help someone else.
Memory verse – “Serve wholeheartedly, as if you were serving the Lord, not men.” Eph. 6:7
Parents, please help your children memorize these verses each month so they can keep them in their heart. We want our children to grow in wisdom and in stature and in favor with God and men.
Garnett Kids Lock-in
A lock-in is being planned for Garnett Kids ages 7-13 Friday, August 5. Mark your calendars! More information to follow.
Students
High Point Ranch is next week, July 24-29. Thanks to all that are helping make this week possible. Payments and applications are due if you haven’t already taken care of that. Applications are available at the coffee bar and see Lance Newsom to submit your payment.
Don’t forget our outreach opportunity of offering a special price of $125 per guest campers. It’s not too late to invite your grandkids, friends and neighbors.
We’re still accepting donations of snacks and drinks for the week. Drop them off anytime during the coming week.
Upcoming Wedding Showers
* Trina Davison and Noel Raeb, Sunday, July 24. They are registered at Target. Trina is the daughter of Mark and Jan Tyler.
* Kasey Frost and Steven St. John , Sunday, July 31. They are registered at Target, Bed Bath & Beyond, and Macy’s. Kasey is the daughter of Steve and Milly Frost.
* Austin McIlroy and Lisa Curry, Sunday, August 7. They are registered at Target, and Bed Bath & Beyond. Austin is the son of Jeff and Teresa McIlroy.
All showers will be held in the Great Room at noon.
Community
My mother, Pauline Brown passed away June 30. Thanks to all of you who have prayed on her behalf during her long illness. Our God answers prayers better than we know how to ask. Love and Peace, Dale Brown
Thank you for all of your prayers and kind words during the loss of our brother, David Moore. Please continue to pray for our family and for quick return of test results to establish the cause of death. Kim Baker and Glenda Johnson
A big THANK YOU from the Uganda Team for your participation in the Pancake Breakfast fundraiser last week. We raised over $600! We are so grateful for your support! Jo Morton, Ben & Beth West, Tim Herbel
Thanks to all who participated in the Student car wash! We’re still accepting donations to subsidize High Point and mission trip costs.
Books for Uganda
The Source Cafe Library in Uganda needs donations of new or gently used books. We are sending books w/ our team July 20th. There is an Amazon wish list started that you can choose from: “Source Library (general)” & “Source Library (kids)”. Bring your donations to Cafe Mosaic.
7/11 Announcements
Garnett Food Pantry
The Food Pantry will be open this Thursday, July 14. They need a male to volunteer on Wednesday morning for about an hour to help unload food at 9:30 am, and on Thursday they need help from 9 – 11:30 am to help with distribution of the food. Please Janet in the church office if you can help.
The Gathering & Student Zip Line Party
July’s “Gathering” will be on Wednesday, July 13, at 6:30 pm in Phillips Hall. In keeping with the spirit of “Fearless Families” we are having a walk-in movie night with “The Incredibles.” (Because you can’t drive a car into Phillips Hall…) Bring your families, your picnic blankets and find a spot on the floor as we watch this family classic together. Nachos and popcorn will be provided too!
The Students will be having a Zip Line Party the same night from 5:30 pm – dark. Release forms for the Zip Line must be signed by parents.
July 1st announcements
High Point Ranch Summer Camp: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
July 24-29
Can you join us for the week? Half the week? One day?
We would love to connect you to the exciting world of HPR. Being available to work with our youth is a valuable experience for you as well as the students. Whether you work directly with kids, or work behind the scenes with kitchen or cleaning work, there is something for everyone. If you are available, please contact Lance Newsom @ lancenewsom@gmail.com or (918)694-9005.
Class Schedule for July 4 Holiday
There will be no Bible Classes Sunday, July 3, and Wednesday, July 6, because of the July 4 holiday. July 10 we will begin our new Sunday time schedule.
The Gathering will be Wednesday, July 13, at 7 pm in Phillips Hall. More details next week.
Flapjacks for Uganda & the Sunday Switch July 10
July 10 is an important day for Garnett: Sunday class times are changing AND we’re having a pancake breakfast to help raise funds for the Garnett team traveling to Uganda!
Here’s the plan:
9 – 10 am Pancake Breakfast: Fundraiser for Uganda Mission Team, $5 suggested donation
10 – 11 am Worship: Children’s worship dismissal before sermon
11 – 11:15 am Break and Coffee: in Cafe Mosaic
11:15 – 12 noon Community Classes (Children 5th grade and under already in Kid’s Worship and will stay for classes)
Books for Uganda
The Source Library (part of The Source Cafe in Jinja, Uganda) is looking for donations of new or gently used books to enhance their collection. The team headed over there will be bringing the books with them when they leave on July 20th. Please consider bringing some books, or making a special offering for the purchase of new books.
There is an Amazon wish list started that you can choose from: “Source Library (general)” & “Source Library (kids)”.
You can bring your books to the collection box at the coffee bar in Cafe Mosaic.
6/28 Updates
Class Schedule for July 4 Holiday
There will be no Bible Classes Sunday, July 3, and Wednesday, July 6, because of the July 4 holiday. July 10 we will begin our new Sunday time schedule.
Flapjacks for Uganda & the Sunday Switch July 10
July 10 is an important day for Garnett: Sunday class times are changing AND we’re having a pancake breakfast to help raise funds for the Garnett team traveling to Uganda!
Here’s the plan:
9 – 10 am Pancake Breakfast: Fundraiser for Uganda Mission Team, $5 suggested donation
10 – 11 am Worship: Children’s worship dismissal before sermon
11 – 11:15 am Break and Coffee: in Cafe Mosaic
11:15 – 12 noon Community Classes (Children 5th grade and under already in Kid’s Worship and will stay for classes)
We’re doing this because we want to grow spiritually and numerically, and we have low attendance in our classes. So we’re also adding classes. The first additional class will be on parenting. Kids will already be in class and parents can enjoy a great class on parenting skills and fellowship with parents.
July 10th we will CELEBRATE this new venture on Sunday mornings and to support the Garnett Team traveling to Uganda we will have a Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser from 9am-10am in Phillips Hall, worship at 10 am, classes at 11:15 am. Suggested donation for pancakes is $5 and all proceeds will be divided between Jo Morton, Ben & Beth West, Tim Herbel, and Rebecca Smith.
June
Father’s Day Swimming Party
Kids bring your dads and the rest of the family to swim! Families with kids of all ages–infant swimmers to college age–are invited to a swim party Sunday evening June 19, 6-9 pm at the neighborhood pool close by Greg and Jill Taylor’s house. You can park in the parking lot of the pool or on the street where the Taylors live at 7305 S. Sycamore Ave. in Broken Arrow. No cost for the pool but you can bring snacks and drinks to share.
You can use the Creek to get to Elm exit, and go South to 121st (Tucson) and Elm in Broken Arrow (near WalMart). Turn West (right) and go 1/2 mile and turn left on Redbud (into Woodmeadow neighborhood). You’ll go 1/2 mile till Redbud Ts into Albuquerque. You should see the pool directly in front of you. Parking in the lot or on street.
Day at Woolaroc
We’re having a day at Woolaroc in Bartlesville on Tuesday, June 21. Everyone is invited to attend. We will leave the church at 9 am. If you are interested in going, please contact Ethelene Davis or call the church office at 918-663-3000.
Fearless Families
Today we continue a 10-week preaching series called, “Fearless Families: 10 Habits of Christian parents, Grandparents, and Children.” Greg Taylor will be preaching about how God can inhabit, shape, and use families of all kinds for His glory.
Mission Trip Fees
Mission Trip fees are due in full now. Please contact Lance Newsom for information.
Fundraising Event
Car Wash right after worship on Sunday, June 26. Proceeds will be used to support summer missions and camps for Garnett Student Ministry! Thanks in advance for your support.
Coming in July
July 10 is an important day for Garnett. We plan to begin Children’s Worship again. Children will be let out of worship before the sermon. Teams are forming to lead Children’s Worship again.
We’re also planning a class for parents with children of all ages. The class will develop themes out of the current Fearless Families sermon series and build a community connection between those with children from infant to college age.
Beginning July 10, we are also planning to have our worship at 10 am as the first event of our day and moving our Bible classes after worship from 11:15 to noon. The proposal is to switch classes to after worship from July 10 till the Sunday before Labor Day, then take Labor Day off and in the meantime decide if this is a good switch and whether or not to keep the classes after worship or switch them back.
Currently we do not have a high attendance at our 9 am children’s classes. So one rationale for adding a community for parents with children and changing the class time is to increase the number of parents and children who come to our classes. This will also give us a one-and-a-half hour worship and teaching block for the children, rather than them going to class, worship, then back to same place for children’s worship.
We have a month to refine this and lay out more of the plan we can all follow together, and we’ll put something in the bulletin each week to update you on plans. For comments and questions, please email me at gtaylor@garnettchurch.org.
