The Messenger
Thank You’s
You went above and beyond by allowing us to use the church building, utilize the services of the ministry staff, provide the luncheon and send the beautiful plant. You are a reflection of John 13:35. Thank you. The Family of Ray Jones
Thank you for the flowers that you sent for my father’s funeral service. Bryan Armstrong
Baptisms
Congratulations to Valecia Hensley and Bristol Clement who were baptized into Christ last Sunday. We rejoice with Valecia, Bristol, and their families.
New Members
Please welcome the following new members to PACOC:
- Mike & Peggy Stogsdill
- Matt & Sydney Singley and their daughter Emersyn
- Dustin & Valecia Hensley, and their children, Saydee, Savannah, Aiden, and Jack.
Grief Share
This is a Recovery and Support group for those grieving the loss of a family member or friend. A new 13 week program began yesterday, Saturday, February 3rd from 10-12 noon in Room D. The cost is $20 to cover the cost of the workbook and video curriculum. Register on the app or online. Contact Stewart Bolerjack if you have questions.
Celebration of Marriage
On Sunday, February 18th during our time of worship we will honor those couples who have been married in years ending in a “4” or a “9”. If you were married in one of those years and would like to participate please submit a wedding photo and a more recent photo to the office by no later than this Friday, February 9th.
Sweetheart Banquet
Anyone over 60 is invited to stay after church next Sunday, February 11th for a meal served by our Youth Group. Sign up on the church app so we know how many to prepare for.
Marriage Getaway
Register online now for the Marriage Getaway on February 23-25th at the Chickasaw Retreat & Conference Center in Sulphur, OK. Speakers are Drs. Randy & Kerianne Roper. The cost is $200 per couple.
Man Alive
Our next men's breakfast will be Saturday, February 10 at 8:00 am in the Ark. In addition to fellowship and food we will continue our look at the fruit of the Spirit. Hope to see you there!
Youth Ministry
- Sunday, February 4th: Connect in the gym from 5-7:30pm. Dinner will be provided!
- Sunday, February 11th: Sweetheart Banquet! Superbowl party in youth suite starting at 5pm.
Park Avenue Wednesday Supper
Join us this Wednesday for our PAWS meal at 5:15PM. We will be having Spaghetti & Meatballs, Salad Bar & Dessert. There will also be a vegetarian and gluten free option—Marinara Sauce & Gluten Free Pasta. The meal will be prepared by Kathy Hitchcock and her team. Please note that we begin serving at 5:15 and stop serving promptly at 6:15.
Prayer Requests:
Prayer List—Linda Martindale, Elizabeth Phillips, Vicki Ard, Floyd Clark, Brian Karguth, Pamela Hendrickson, Jane Butler, Houston McClure, Neal & Judy Odom, Tyler Cope
Ongoing Needs—Chris Reinsch, Roy Galyon, Steve Black, Keith House, Che Che Smith, Waymon Hinson, Sue Lain Harrington, Daisy Miller
Homebound—Dewey & Joyce Martin, Joyce Henshaw, Sandra Aynes
Expectant Mothers—Breanna Menifee
Missions—Hammer & Dela Afakule (Togo), Mario “Pepe” Torre (Monterrey, Mexico), Jimenez family (Cartagena, Colombia), Cristian & Ana Corrales (Bucaramanga, Colombia), Jhon & Deisy Gonzalez (Bogota, Colombia), Adrian & Gabriela Galvan (Paraiso, Monterrey)
Friends of Park Avenue—Taylor Burton (daughter of Greg and Terri Laird), Rebekah Taylor, Nicholas Taylor (great niece & nephew of the Russell’s), Becky Sanchez (wife of Gil Sanchez, Director of orphanage in Mexico), Greg Oliver (father of Karee Earnhart), Marsha Jones (former member), Sarah Thompson (daughter of Judy Black), Charlotte Harris (great niece of Steve & Donna Hodge)
Please notify the church office at office@parkavenuechurch.com for updates.
TODD’S TAKE
We are so glad you are here as we worship God together! Make every effort to remove any distracting thoughts or feelings and focus on our Creator and Savior.
We’ve been having good attendance in our Sunday morning worship! In order to maximize our space consider sitting forward in the pews especially for those of you who arrive a little early. In addition, try to fill up the pews. We want to make sure everyone feels welcome.
beginning Sunday, March 17. We will provide you with some resources for that special time of focus as we all answer the call to GO and share with the world the good news of Jesus.two-week period of prayer and fastingIn addition to our Grace Offering, which all goes to support the outreach ministries of PACOC, we will be calling everyone to participate in a
(Sunday, March 24)—a chance for our children to participate in the Grace Offering. So, get those coin cans out and start filling them up! If you don’t have a can, we will be providing some.Daisy’s Little Red Wagon . And with Grace Offering comes Sunday, March 31will be here soon. Easter is a little earlier this year as we will be observing it on Grace Offering / Easter As we turn another page on the calendar let me remind you that
.” Peace is found in knowing the identity of Jesus and being confident that he is who he says he is.I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through meToday we will focus in on Jesus’ statement in John 14:6— “
” that he has told them.these thingsThis morning I will continue our pursuit of peace as we read and think through chapters 14-16 of John—often referred to as the Upper Room Discourse. Jesus has revealed his impending death and knows this news is upsetting to the apostles, so he takes them aside to reassure them that in spite of this they can have peace. At the conclusion of this discourse he says, “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace.” What we want to discover is what are “
Good morning and welcome to our worship service. If you are a guest with us this morning we welcome you and invite you to join in with us as we honor our Creator and Savior.
“I am the way and the truth and the life.
No one comes to the Father except through me.”
Jesus, John 14:6
Adult Bible Class
9AM Room D
Worship
10:00 AM
Children Dismissed to Bible Classes at
10:45-11:30AM
0 - 3 Year Olds—Nursery Area
Pre K-6th Grade—Family Life Center
Youth Group Activities
5:30-7:30PM
Discipleship Making Communities (DMC’s)
Meet at various times and locations.