Week of August 26, 2009

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A Word From Our Executive Director - August 26, 2009

Last Wednesday, I traveled to Mount Vernon, Ohio, to participate in the meetings of the Ohio Advent Christian Conference. The theme for the series of messages and conference meeting was taken from Jeremiah 20:9, "But if I say, 'I will not mention him or speak any more in his name,' his word is in my heart like a fire, a fire shut up in my bones. I am weary of holding it in; indeed, I cannot."

Each night, the special music was provided by one of the conference churches.

IF Update - August 26, 2009

Life is full of twists and turns. Sometimes, we are excited about the possibility of a new beginning, which occurs when we have made a decision to change directions in our life and are filled with anticipation. On other occasions we are confronted with a new direction due to the unexpected. I thought about this during the last few days as I looked at the site where 43 cottages burned to the ground on the campus of the Alton Bay Conference Center in Alton Bay, N.H. No one expected the fire that caused this change, but, now each one is faced with a new day — a new way.

The Christian must trust the Lord at every turn; trusting Christ can’t be a casual occurrence. We can’t live life as if we have everything figured out, nor should we get used to doing things the same way, especially in a spiritual sense, because the Spirit of God may very well want to take us in a new direction — a new way.

World Outreach - August 26, 2009

FROM THE AFRICA/EUROPEAN AREA DIRECTOR

Jesus, in talking to the disciples about evangelism among the Samaritans, said, "You have a saying, 'Four more months and then the harvest.' But I tell you, take a good look at the fields; the crops are now ripe and ready to be harvested!" (John 4:35)

We find this to be very true in Malawi and Mozambique. They are having a very fruitful time of church planting and revivals. The testimonies we receive of changed lives are inspiring. They really bring glory to God and show the power of Jesus’ blood and righteousness. Yet, the ongoing physical needs of Malawi are still pressing.

Announcements and Upcoming Events - August 26, 2009

SOUTHERN PIEDMONT RALLY
On Sunday, August 30, 2009, at 6:00 p.m., the Southern Piedmont Rally will be held at the First Advent Christian Church, 1005 Warren C. Coleman Blvd., Concord, NC 28025. Mr. Glen Neal, a popular AC Christian singer, will present a concert. Also, leading praise and worship will be “Manna,” the First ACC Praise Team. All are welcome to come for great fellowship and worship with other brothers and sisters who love the Lord. Finger foods will be served following the concert. For any questions, call the church at 704-788-6811 or Pastor Mike Lupo at 704-707-5408.

News From Around Our Churches - August 26, 2009

FLORIDA

McAlpin - McAlpin Advent Christian Church Baptism

On Sunday August 23, Shelby Lee-Ann Blankenship was baptized, committing her life to her Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ. The little country church rocked with Vacation Bible School songs in an upbeat service that begins a new school year. Every child present was given back-packs filled with school supplies. Snacks were served following the service. Pastor Paul A. Bertolino took the opportunity to announce the beginning of the new church programs beginning on September 6.

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