VOL. 30 NO. 04 January 29, 2020

2020 Theme:

That all may see Jesus.

From Tim…

SUNDAY STUDIES IN LUKE – Sunday morning we saw John reminding people of the seriousness of the gospel, because we will all be judged after this life. Let’s never forget the importance of what we teach, and let’s make sure we take eternity seriously in our own lives. I had another “mis-speak” Sunday morning! I said that Jesus’ and John’s mothers were ‘sisters,’ but I should have said ‘relatives,’ which is how most translations handle Luke 1:36 (the King James chose “cousin” years ago, but most now go with “relative,” including the New King James). So Elizabeth and Mary probably weren’t ‘sisters,’ but they were definitely related, which made John and Jesus relatives of some sort. I appreciate someone asking me about it later, helping me look back at it more closely. A LOVE FOR THE WORD OF GOD – If nothing else stands out from our Sunday night study of Psalm 119, I hope we notice the psalmist’s love for God’s word, a love that I hope we will continue to grow in our own lives. Make sure Scripture is part of your daily life, and you will see so many benefits, including stronger faith! SOME FEBRUARY DATES TO NOTICE– Here are some of the things going on in February – I hope you can be part of them!

Ladies 2020 Planning Meeting – Sunday, February 2, 4pm. We are proud of our ladies program, which does so many good things. Ladies, come help discuss plans and responsibilities for 2020.

Our first FOCUS week of 2020 – Feb. 13-18. We hope each FOCUS group can meet sometime in those dates. FOCUS leaders, be contacting your group to try to set up a convenient meeting time!

Family Day, Sunday February 23 – One of our biggest Sundays of the year! Be inviting someone to come join you. We plan to have invitation cards ready in the lobby this coming Sunday.

Ladies Day, Saturday, February 29 – One of our ladies best annual events; a great day of worship, fellowship, and encouragement.

Let’s show the goodness of Jesus Christ in our lives this week! See you Sunday, ready to worship God and grow together…

MINISTRY SPOTLIGHT: OPPORTUNITIES TO HELP OTHERS IN FEBRUARY

The Blood Drive truck will be here at the building this coming Sunday afternoon, February 2. Sign up if you can help others by giving blood.

Ladies Care Group deliveries – 10:30am, Tuesday, February 11th. Ladies, see Peggy Brown if you have questions about this monthly encouragement activity that does so much to let people know we care about them.

Potter Children’s Home Drive - Don’t forget to pick up a couple extra items during your grocery shop-

ping for the children’s home drive, which ends February 16th. See the list inside this bulletin.

And you can always pick up needed items for one of our constantly-ongoing drives: Lebonheur Hospital’s Family Pantry and the Hopeworks Memphis ministry.

• Eli Anderson: son of Aaron and Emilee, had surgery on 1/16. They are waiting on test results.

• Wanda Coats: is continuing her treatments.

• Avery Colon: nephew of Troy Ledlow, was run over by a car, suffered a slight tear in his MCL, a frac-tured foot, a broken nose and broken facial bones. They surgically set nose and he just needs to heal now. Cards can be sent to: 2039 W Almadale Court #201, Collierville, TN 38017

• Leslie Ford: is home from the hospital. No visitors please.

• Cynthia Gibbs: mother of Karen Baskin, is home. Prayers she continues to improve and regains her health.

• Kyle Holly, stepfather of Savannah Thompson (fiancée of Will Craft) is in ICU in Memphis. He is weak . The family has difficult decisions to make on his behalf.

• Gale Jackson: did not have good test results She has been referred to a Nephrologist and Urologist. She has appointments with both doctors on February 3rd. She is experiencing pain and fatigue.

• Marvin Mann: is continuing with his treatments.

• Brian Olive: is scheduled for an outpatient proce-dure tomorrow at Baptishto help him feel better.

• Cissy Turner: is continuing her PT and it is very strenuous.

• Deanna Williams: mother of Claire Higgenbottham, test results on Monday were good. Thank you for your prayers on her behalf.

We have many members battling the flu, sinus issues and other viral/bacterial illnesses. Please remember to cover your cough/sneezes, wash your hands often and stay home to rest

Prayer Requests

2020 SIGNUP SHEETS are available if you would like to volunteer to lock the building after services (see Jerry Nabors if you have any questions) You may also find another person or couple to share the month.

Ladies Ministries Planning Meeting February 2nd at 4 PM in Room 201/203. This meeting is for discussing all the events that the ladies have during 2020 and planning for each event. We need ALL ladies to attend to learn what we do annually, where you may be of help and give your input. Please see Peggy Brown or Pattye Jackson if you have any questions.

Ladies Care Group—February 11th. We meet at 10:30 a.m. in the Library to assemble the baskets. If you wish to help, you are welcome to come to help assemble and deliver the baskets or make a monetary donation. Please give monetary donations to Brenda in the office. If you have any questions, please see Marilyn Gaither or Peggy Brown.

Baby Shower for Catarina Baltazar

Saturday—February 15th

@ 4:00 pm ; Room 210

Hostess: Maritza Umana

It’s a boy!!!

In anticipation of her arrival let’s SHOWER Baby Hattie Mae Wilson’s mama, Haley Wilson, with love and gifts. Sunday, February 16 @ 3:00 in room 210. Registered at: Babylist.com, Amazon and Target. Hostesses: Ashley Kemp, Hannah Vander Maas and Dodie Mitchum.

Please continue to lift up our brothers and sisters who are fighting the battle against cancer.

Angela Hatcher Monnie Matthews Leslie Ford Wanda Coats

Brian Olive Marvin Mann Robert Scott John Beard

Silver Saints Fish Fry February 1st (Saturday) @ 2:00 PM at Great Oaks. Fish, fries, hush puppies will be provided. Please add a side dish or dessert. RSVP: Larry Jackson @ ljackson6031@hotmail.com or text 901-351-5302 so they can get a headcount.

Read through the Bible in 2020

January 29: Genesis 16; 17 and Matthew 20:17-34

January 30: Genesis 18; 19 and Matthew 21:1-32

January 31: Genesis 20; 21 and Matthew 21:33-46; 22:1-14

February 1: Exodus 22; 23 and Matthew 22:15-46

February 2: Exodus 24; 25 and Matthew 23

February 3: Exodus 26; 27:1-19 and Matthew 24:1-28

February 4: Exodus 27:20; 28 and Matthew 24:29-51

January 30: TNT

February 2: MS/HS Devo - Host’s SimpsonsFebruary 6: TNT February 7: Parent’s Night Out - Sign up on bulletin

board February 9: Silver Saint’s Sweetheart LunchFebruary 12: FwednesdayFebruary 20: TNT February 29: Father Daughter Date Night

It is time to update member photos for the church directory and the member picture case in the hallway. Please send a current picture to Pam McKay at pmckay@greatoaks.org or see Rod Priester.

POTTER CHILDREN’S HOME& FAMILY MINISTRIES

COMMODITIES OUTREACH

Pantry Items Needed: Size 6 Diapers (Pampers, Luvs or Huggies)Baby WipesMagic ErasersFrosted Shredded Wheat CerealPlain Canned Diced Tomatoes

You may also make a monetary contribution for perishable items (fresh foods, dairy.)

DEADLINE for these items is: FEBRUARY 16, 2020. Your help with this project will be greatly appre-ciated.

There is a table in the 200 Hallway for these items. Monetary donations may be given to Brenda Amon.

BLOOD DRIVE—February 2nd Noon—2. Here at Great Oaks church of Christ Donors will receive a T-shirt (while supply lasts) and register to win a 55” Flat Screen TV. Coordinator: Rod

2019 CONTRIBUTION STATEMENTS are available to be picked up in the church office.

February Anniversaries

05 Herbert & Sequoia Henson 12 Steve & Connie Hannah 14 Larry & Tammy Dallas Jack & Jackie Salisbury 27 Larry & Dorothy Leslie 28 Moises & Maritza Umana

February Birthdays

1. Dalton WaymanIan JobeMike Shepherd

2 Kathy Hubbard 4 Molly Simpson Willie Ward 5 Jeralyn Saenz 6 Lea Ann Lindsey 8 Juan Boquet Laura Fuller Nathan Hubbard 9 Ryan Barker Lynn Parrish Jerome Smith 10 Vyinchii Pineta Susan Suggs Tommy Bady 11 Josh Warne Erik Arregoitia 13 John Beville Luke Elkins Amy Cavataio Max Hobbs

14 Corinna Kayal Rachel Barrantes Henry Hubbard 15 Don Alan Riggs 17 Mike Morrison Mark Pledge Carmen Garcia Betty Troup 18 Levi Milligan 20 Faustino Amaro Cayden Moore 22 Kristie Welch 24 Aaliyah Dismuke Charli Jo Gore 26 Bryan Gore Cory Hobbs Kelsey Martin J. W. Riggs 27 Philip Ross Ramona Olive Ansley Tingle 28 Piper Cheshier

Opportunity Sheets January 26th Group 2: Leader - Steve Hannah Group 3: Leader - Bill Bush • All groups will meet weekend of February 16th.

See your group leader for where your group willmeet,

• date and time. (Exception - Group 1)• Group leaders please let Brenda know where

your group will be meeting, date and time.

PARENT’S NIGHT OUT - Feb 7 @ 5:00 p.m.

$3.00 per child. Signup sheet is on the bulletin board.

Bible Study Every Wednesday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. Open to everyone.

SERVING—February 2, 2020

Men’s Prayer Group Meets: Thursday Morning @ 7:00 AM

FYI: There are 2 elders in the Elders Conference Room (Room 104) following the Sunday AM service each week. If you have a prayer request or need, please see them. No appoint-ment necessary.

FOR THE RECORD

01/26/2020 Week 2020 Avg 2020 Goal

Wednesday (01/22)

Bible Study 303 278 320

Sunday (01/26)

Bible Study 358 338 320

Sunday AM 493 511 520

Sunday PM 239 283 320

Contribution $16,968 $18,154 $18,000

SCHEDULE: WORKS SUPPORTED:

Sunday Bible Study: 9 AM Voice of Truth International

Sunday Worship: 10 AM & 5 PM Tennessee Children’s Home

Wednesday Bible Study 2 PM & 7 PM Potter Children’s Home

PHONE : (901) 372-4449 Memphis School of Preaching

FAX: (901) 377-3039 Focus Press/Brad Harrub/Nashville

SPANISH: (901) 378-2294 Church of Mezhevaya, Ukraine

MINISTERS/Cell Numbers: Church in Pokrovsk, Ukraine

Pulpit: Tim Alsup 901-201-1341 Church in Zimbabwe/Noah Gonzo

Youth: Matthew Higginbotham Church in Costa Rica/Joaquin Rojas

865-274-3472 Gary Reaves Spanish Ministry in NC College/20’s: Aarek Farmer Church in Brazil/Randy Short

901-574-0192 Operation Ukraine/Columbus, MS Spanish: Moises Umana Church in San Luis Potosi, Mexico

210-919-8151 Church in Honduras ELDERS: Apologetics Press Kenny Harris, Larry Jackson, Lynn HopeWorks Parrish, Mark Pledge, Don Hutson, Macon Road church of Christ Mickey Barker: Michael Williams Las Flores church of Christ, Peru

Secretaries: Brenda Amon: office@greatoaks.org Pam McKay: pmckay@greatoaks.org

FACEBOOK: Iglesia de Christo Great Oaks WEBSITE: www.greatoaks.org

Songs:

AM: Jonathan Long PM: Mike McBride

Communion Devotional: Craig Collier

Prayers: AM PM: PM:

Opening: Revis Gobbell Opening: Matthew Higginbotham Closing: J. W. Riggs

Scripture Reading:

AM: William Campbell PM: Riley Alsup

Presiding Elder: Mickey Barker Elder’s Spotlight: Mickey Barker

Backup: Kenny Harris

Lord’s Supper AM: Gary Green* Steve Ritter, Anthony Rogers, Barry Russell, Elmer Holder*, Justin Sanders, Michael Shirley, Darrell Speight

Lord’s Supper PM: Connor Priester, Zack Anderson (Library)

Nursery Attendants:

Babies: AM: Erika Hubbard, Kristin Hubbard PM: Donna Conway, Regina McKinney Toddlers: AM: Melinda Crosslin, Tawanna Williams PM: Kelley Loop, Stacey Riggs

Visiting the Visitors - February 2, 2020

Food: Paula Fuller Visit: Jamie and Tommie Hannah

OTHERS TO SERVE MONTH OF January 2020

USHERS: Steve Hannah, Robbie Matthews, Beau McKay, Cliff McKiney, Don Hutson, Noel Martin, Scott Martin

Backups: Joe Gillentine, Wesley Hubbard, Dave Jackson, Mike Milligan (please be in the Library 15 min. before every service)

GREETERS: Main: Bill & Pak Petty Brunswick: Larry Baker Ed/GYM: Cole & Becky Treywick New Building: Chris & Shawn Walker Backup: Rick Knox, (Door greeters should plan to arrive 30 min. early before each service.)

LOCK BUILDING: Martin Garcia Backup: Peter Welch

VIDEO STREAMING: AM: Brian Hulen PM: Jason McKay Backups: AM: Keith Ledbury PM: Todd McWilliams

MEDICAL RESPONSE TEAM: Sunday: Michael Shirley, Nadja Barrantes Wednesdays: Kristie Welch, Melissa Beatty

SAFETY TEAM: Steve Grinder, Jeff Smock,Jason McKay, Chris Wilson, Don Turner

PREPARE COMMUNION: Gregorio & Christina Amaro