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03/12/19
The Messenger PRAY SPECIFICALLY By Lakan Mariano You can imagine him feeling his way through the crowd that slowly parts to make a way for him. His steps unsteady, his left arm clutching a walking stick, his right hand stretched out in front of him, feeling his way. Blind Bartimaeus was sitting at the roadside by the gate in Jericho when he heard the commotion. He must have heard the murmur in the crowd, “It's Jesus!” He probably stood up, turned his head toward the crowd and began to shout as loud as he could so that he could be heard above the din, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” (Mark 10:47). When Jesus called for him, Jesus asked, “What do you want me to do for you?” It was obvious what Bartimaeus needed. Everyone could see that. Surely Jesus knew what he wanted from him. Bartimaeus did not make all that fuss to come to Jesus and pray, “Lead, guide, and direct me today.” Bartimaeus said, “Rabbi, I want to see.” When Jesus asked the question, he was not looking for information. He was looking for faith. Bartimaeus trusted Jesus for a specific need that he had. And he received what he specifically asked for. Believers in Jesus Christ have a Father who delights in answering his children's specific prayers. The question is not whether God hears us or cares about us. The question is whether we trust him with our specific needs. In This Issue From the Pastor AWANA Clubs Events & Upcoming Dates Ministry Opportunity Youth Ministries College Ministries Contact Information
“If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good gifts to those who ask him!” (Matthew 7:11). ~Lakan
Volume 9 Issue 3
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The Messenger Foster Care Closet It is so exciting to see God work through our Closet to touch the lives of children and adults alike. We helped 10 kids in January! We helped 7 in February. And already have had several in March
If you are interested in helping out with the Foster Closet contact Rhiannon Kelso (325-234-0452) or Michelle Smith (325-656-0208)
Weekly Meetings: Sunday School: Sunday - 9:30am Preschool-5th Grade
Gift cards to Ross, Burkes, Marshall’s, & Mastercard/Visa cards area always welcome.
Extended Session: Sunday - 10:45am Birth-Preschool
We appreciate your giving so that we can help others. Thank you for your generosity!
Summer Activities for Kids Wednesdays - 6:00pm
*************** “We care for the orphaned and vulnerable because we have been greatly cared for by Jesus: The gospel is our why. ~Jason Johnson Blog
FMI: Contact Philip Cross 277-7980 or @ the Church
Christ in the Passover on April 14 Fort Concho Stables 6:00 p.m. Tickets on sale until 3/31
Resurrection Sunday April 21 We appreciate all our extended session workers. Please be in your place by 10:20am so you can be there before the children arrive. Please call Philip Cross @ 277-7980 if you are unable to work your extended session or if you have any questions.
Extended Session Schedule: 03/17
Elizabeth Torbett
Grace Allen
03/24
Cody Enck
Marie Thorn
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Youth Mystery Trip
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Sunday School Meeting Youth Burrito Fundraiser, Bring your $$$ to purchase before Sunday School
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Mission Prayer Night, 6 p.m. , at the Seifker Home
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Parent Night Out, Youth Fundraiser
24
Parent Student Basketball Game, Location TBA
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Last Day to Buy tickets to Christ in the Passover
Please Note: No classes on Wednesday Night! Enjoy your break. See you Sunday! Don’t forget to bring your $$ to get some burritos from the Youth Fund raiser before Sunday School on Sunday 3/17!
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Christ in the Passover FORT CONCHO STABLES 630 south Oakes SUNDAY APRIL 14TH 6:00 P.M. TICKETS $5.00 for Adults, $2.00 for Students TICKETS WILL BE REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT Available March 3 through March 31 Nursery will be provided up to preschool. Sign up at ticket purchase. FMI: College Hills Baptist Church 325-949-5788
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Youth Mystery Trip
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Burrito Fundraiser, Bring your $$$ to purchase before Sunday School
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Parents Night Out, Youth Fundraiser
24
Parent Student Basketball Game, Location TBA
Monthly Mission Prayer Time & Fellowship Tuesday March 19 at 6pm At the Siefker Home 1734 Weston Please bring a finger food to share. FMI Chel, Connie or Stacy
Get Involved: Youth Ministry Sundays: Bible Study - 9:30am Upstairs Youth Room Wednesdays: Outbreak - 6:00pm
Wednesdays: "Release" Bible Study & Fellowship (at the Hub) ……………......................6:30pm Fridays: English International Bible Study 6:00-8:00pm (College Hills Fellowship Hall) Sundays: Bible Study ………………… ……...... 9:30am Worship……………………......….......10:45am BodyLife College Home Group…6:00pm (Calloway’s)
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The Messenger HOW TO CONTACT US: By Mail: College Hills Baptist Church 2102 Johnson Avenue San Angelo TX 76904
By Phone: 325.949.5788
BodyLife
Home Groups
BodyLife Home Groups meet each Sunday evening at 6pm in host homes throughout the city to share a meal, join in fellowship, study the Word of God and pray for one another.
By Fax: 325.949.6877
All groups are open to anyone, so choose one and join us!
By Email:
Host Homes:
info@collegehillsbc.org
Online: www.collegehillsbc.org
1223 JUNE LANE (TOM & ESTHER BREAM) at 5PM LED BY TOM BREAM 3229 CANYON CREEK DR (Rex A& Stacy Stephenson) at 6pm Led by: Jimmy Allen & Rex Stephenson 201 CHURCHILL BLVD (Sam Tracy Torbett) at 6pm Led by: Philip Cross & James Reid
YOUR CHURCH STAFF: Lakan Mariano: Senior Pastor Philip Cross: Family & Education Pastor Trevor Hanson: Student Pastor Cole Calloway: Worship Pastor
Maggie Gonzales: Ministry Assistant
2639 PARKVIEW (JT & Chel Smith) at 6PM LED BY: JT SMITH 305 S. GARRETT ST (College) at 6pm Led by: Cole Calloway Childcare for Birth-PreK available at church nursery
ELDERS AND DEACONS: These men are responsible for hospital visitation and are available to anyone who has needs. Elder Fred Rike…….….. 227-4208
Deacon Charles Harrison...653-4386
Monday—Friday:
Elder Andrew Siefker…...212-4410
Deacon Jerry Walls……...944-1876
9:00AM—4:00PM
Elder Rex Stephenson…..942-9537
CHURCH OFFICE HOURS:
Lunch Break: Noon—1:00PM
Elder Scott Steele (562) 665-1349 Elder JT Smith……….... 656-6205