LOVE | PLUG IN | CHARGE UP | LIVE OUT | PASS ON March 26, 2017
Pastoral Staff Terrell Eldreth
Senior Pastor
Office Contact & Hours
Frank Thompson
Admin. & Edu. Pastor
Monday—Friday|8:30 A.M.—4:30 P.M.
Scott Terry
Worship Pastor
Phone: 928-772-7218
Don Gagnon
Youth Pastor
Email: fsbcpv@firstsouthernpv.org
“… by the trespass of the one man, death reigned through that one man, how much more will those who receive God’s abundant provision of grace and of the gift of righteousness reign in life through the one man, Jesus Christ.” ~ Romans 5:17 ~ Have you ever noticed that most every day on the calendar is “National Whatever Day” for some item or cause. In fact, often there are multiple items or causes being highlighted. Today (Thursday, March 23rd) is one of those days. Just before I sat down to begin writing this weeks’ blog, I heard on the radio that today is “National Chips and Dip Day”. I’m not sure what we’re supposed to do about that, but just thinking about it is making me hungry. However, the radio guy went on to inform me that today is also “National Puppy Day”. Now, how can you go wrong with that? I was tempted to run down to the animal shelter and pick out a puppy — but then I remembered what is going on at my daughter, Leslie’s home. They just brought home a puppy they were told was a Collie/Shepard mix. They wanted a good “outdoor” dog. The vet informed them last week that this now, seven-week old bundle of energy and sharp little teeth, is really and Collie/Saint Bernard mix. She should be a great “outdoor” dog! But for now, she is busy chewing up the “indoor” of their house. But wait — the radio guy then told me there is one more for today. It’s “National Chia Pet Day”. You know, those little clay figures that you smear chia seeds on and let them grow green hair or fur. They’ve been around since 1982. Why a day for a Chia Pet? Beats me — but I’m guessing a new Chia Pet is a whole lot easier to take care of than a new puppy! Most of these “special days” are days that go unnoticed by most of us. But let me remind you that coming up in just over three weeks are two days that will be remembered for all of eternity. We are coming up to Good Friday and Easter Sunday. They remind us of the two most important events that ever took place in history — or that ever will.
Romans chapter 5 reminds us that all the way back in the Garden of Eden, one man brought death into our existence. When Adam sinned, we all became guilty. We all had placed upon us the sentence of death — physical and spiritual separation from God who created us to love us. What’s more — there was not one single thing we could do to change that death sentence on our own. In this narrative — and here is where these coming three weeks are profound — God sent His only begotten Son, Jesus Christ, to break this death cycle. Jesus came to suffer in our place. Beginning this Sunday, March 26th, I will be preaching a three-part sermon series I have titled: PASSION. The word “passion” in English comes from the Latin word “suffering”. Jesus came to suffer! We will follow the final hours of the life Jesus, primarily using the account we find in Mark’s gospel. Our journey will follow Jesus to Gethsemane, through the trials, and finally to the cross. We will conclude this journey by observing the Lord’s Supper on Palm Sunday. I hope that you will choose to make these three worship experiences of primary importance. These are not normal, everyday experiences that some radio guy tells us to remember along with two or three others things. These are experiences that the Bible tells us to remember. And not only to remember, but also to participate in. You see, when you believe and trust in who Jesus is, and what He did 2,000 years ago for you, you are changed. You participate in “… God’s abundant provision of grace and of the gift of righteousness… through the one man, Jesus Christ.” ONE MAN — ONE CROSS — and a world that was CHANGED FOREVER! We who believe are the world that was changed forever by that one man — that one man who did not bring death upon us — rather, that one man who brought life to us — that one man, Jesus Christ! Blessings on your week as you take time to consider what the Garden of Gethsemane meant to Jesus — and what it means to you today. Pastor Terrell P.S. In case you’re wondering, the very first Chia Pet in 1982 was a ram. I don’t know why a ram, but is does remind me that Jesus was the Lamb of God who suffered for us.
2+2 Thank you! Thank you for your wonderful flexibility! You all have been great the last 3 weeks. Just some minor changes this week (please see copy of current 2+2 schedule also in this newsletter). In addition, next week, April 2, our service hours will be 9:00 and 10:30 am. We feel that will be a big help. So thank you once again for your gracious flexibility. Stewardship Committee Again, thank you for the way you respond to needs. After last Sunday night’s Quarterly Church Meeting, the need for 2 more people to be a part of the Stewardship Committee was expressed. Two people responded and as soon as they are confirmed by the Church Council, I will give you their names. Praise the Lord for responding to the Lord’s leading! Food Service/Kitchen Volunteer Manager. This is a ministry that still needs to be filled. Faye Ricketts has done a marvelous job but she will soon end her service to be able to do other things. I really appreciate her and hope you do as well. If you have an interest in continuing this ministry, please talk to me about what is involved or please call me @ 928-830-9934. Sincerely in Christ, Pastor Frank
BEGINNING SUNDAY, APRIL 2nd, SECOND SERVICE WILL BEGIN AT 10:30 a.m.
First Session – 9:00 am
2 + 2 Schedule
Auditorium Building (200 Building) – Worship Service 201 – Elementary Grades 3-6 203 – Preschool 204 – Nursery 205 – Elementary Grades K-2 Fellowship Hall (300 Building) 300a – Faith Class (Puffer’s) 301 – Elective — “Seeing Christ in the Tabernacle” 302 – Paul Marshall’s Class Cabin (500 Building) 501 – High School Grades 9-12 503 – Middle School Grades 7-8 Second Session 10:45 am Auditorium Building (200 Building) – Worship Service 201 – Kidz 4 Christ (K-4) 202 – Ruth Class 203 – Preschool (Extended Care) 204 – Nursery 206 – Senior Men’s Class Fellowship Hall (300 Building) 300a – Steadfast Class 300b – College & Career 301 – Singles 302 – Elective “Parental Guidance Required”
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501
Fellowship Hall Youth Cabin Worship Center Off Campus
503
Youth Cabin Bldg. 500 Lynx Lake Dr.
205
204
203
302
300A 300B
206 202
201
Parking
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300C
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301 KITCHEN
Fellowship Hall Bldg. 300
AUDITORIUM
CLOSED BUILDING
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FOYER
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Worship Center Bldg. 200 Parking
Pleasant View Dr.
with Worship
“There Is Power In the Blood” Scripture Reading & Prayer Isaiah 25:1 Welcome I LIVE TO WORSHIP YOU
“Amazing Love” “Standing on the Promises” Ministry In Music
“Christ Is Enough” (Praise Choir)
Kidz 4 Christ
(10:45 A.M. Service)
PASSION the final hours in the life of Jesus
In Gethsemane Mark 14:32-42
Time Of Commitment
“Take My Life, Lead Me Lord” We Bring Our Gifts In Worship
Saturday 10:00 A.M. Lem Welker Memorial Mar. 25th 2:00 P.M. English Second Language Class Sunday 9:00 A.M. Mar. 26th 9:00 A.M. 10:45 A.M. 10:45 A.M. 4:45 P.M. 6:00 P.M. 6:00 P.M. Monday Mar. 27th
Worship Bible Study Worship Bible Study Choir Practice Evening Worship Youth Ministry
9:00 A.M. Sister’s Quilting Club 4:30 P.M. Tae Kwon Do
Tuesday 9:00 A.M. Faith In Fitness Mar. 28th 10:00 A.M. Men’s Bible Study Wednesday Mar. 29nd
5:30 P.M. 6:00 P.M. 6:15 P.M. 6:30 P.M.
Awana Meal Impact Youth Awana Clubs Bible Study/Prayer
Thursday Mar. 30th
9:00 A.M. Faith In Fitness 4:30 P.M. Tae Kwon Do
Friday Mar. 31st
6:30 P.M. CCCF
Saturday Apr. 1st
2:00 P.M. English Second Language Class
Last Sunday’s Offering: $90.00 Given to Date: $78,173.00 Pledged to Date: $71,262.00
Lem Welker
Memorial Service Saturday, March 25th 10:00 a.m.
New Sermon Series March 26th, April 2nd & 9th
GOAL: $4,750
GIVEN TO DATE: $1,645.00
VBS IS IN NEED OF “SQUARE” KLEENEX BOXES.
MEN’S SOFTBALL TEAM TUESDAY NIGHTS FIRST GAME — MAY 2ND SIGN-UP SHEET IN THE FOYER. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT PASTOR DON AT 899-9722.
March Birthdays Bill Bianconi Cheryl Prill Joyann Wesson Gordon Wick Gina Leyva Savannah Pacheco Neil Prill Ellie Jones
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Kathy White Diana Lindsey Brad Martinelli Tammy Rhodes Cathy Johnson Danielle Svaleng Ginni Lyons Bud Challis
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Kaitlyn Gagnon Jean Knapic Dave Manzer Tamara Simpson Willie Webb Joyce Bowser Landon Hunt
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Youth meet Wednesdays 6:00 P.M. in the Log Cabin with Pastor Don -------CHECK US OUT!!
CCCF - College and Career Christian Fellowship If you are in your late teens or twenties, come join us for food, fun and Christian fellowship. We meet alternating Friday nights at Phil and Ginni Lyons' home from 6:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The next meeting will be March 31st. Check us out and bring a friend. For directions or information email CCCF@firstsouthernpv.org. Hope to see you there!
Children’s Bulletins available at the Welcome Desk in Foyer
Meal served from 5:30 to 6:00
p.m.
Clubs begins at 6:15 p.m.
Kids Sunday School 9:00 a.m. In Building 200
2820 N. Pleasant View Drive Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 928-772-7218 fsbcpv@firstsouthernpv.org www.firstsouthernpv.org Senior Pastor Terrell Eldreth: 619-244-6265 PastorTerrell@firstsouthernpv.org Admin/Education Pastor Frank Thompson: 928-830-9934 PastorFrank@firstsouthernpv.org Worship Pastor Scott Terry: 928-458-6470 PastorScott@firstsouthernpv.org Youth Pastor Don Gagnon: 928-899-9722 PastorDon@firstsouthernpv.org
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