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For Our Guests

Becoming a Christian...We believe that it is by grace that we are saved

through our response of faith, believing that Jesus is the Son of God, that He died to take the penalty of our sins on Himself, and that He was raised from the dead on the third day by the power of God. God calls people to believe in Jesus as their Savior, repent of sin in their life, make a confession of faith that Jesus is Lord and be joined to Christ and added to His church by being immersed (baptized) in His name. Having made this response of faith to God, all sin is forgiven and we receive the gift of God's Holy Spirit to live in us and to empower us to live for Jesus. All those who come to faith in Him may request immersion at any time.

Becoming a Member at Westside...All believers, who by faith in Jesus

have been baptized through immersion for forgiveness of sins and the gift of the Holy Spirit, may place their membership at Westside. You may express your desire to one of our elders or ministers, or mark the appropriate space on our visitor card. Members here are under the spiritual care of our shepherds and committed to service and full participation with the family of God at this congregation.

Responding...You may request immersion (baptism), re-commit your life, or

seek prayers on your behalf by going forward during the time of response or by contacting an elder, a minister, or any member of this congregation at any time.

Communion...Communion at Westside is open to all believers who have

gathered with us to honor Jesus.

Westside’s Mission Statement:

“Guiding People on the Journey of Following Jesus”

Westside Church of Christ 7300 Stockdale Hwy. Bakersfield, CA 93309

Phone (661)831-4460 Fax (661)831-4668 e-mail: westside@westsidelife.org website: www.westsidelife.org

Sun. Worship 9a.m. Sun. Bible classes 10:30a.m.

Wed. Evening Bible classes 6:30-7:30.m. Financial News...

January 8 $14,620

Wkly avg. (2) $14,388

‘17 Budget $14,000

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2016 AVG

292

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Worship

Bible Class

Wed. Class

Contribution

Email: westside@westsidelife.org / Website: www.westsidelife.org

WESTSIDE LIFE

January 15, 2017

Online giving is now available by going to www.westsidelife.org, clicking on “resources” and following the

directions at “online giving”.

Welcome - Bryan Fojtasek Prayer - Thomas Magness

Comm. Prayer - Mike Minton

Aidan Patterson John Patterson

Lin Rash Marcellus Reed

Bill Stallings Dave Turner

Larry Westbrook Lois Williams

Rick Wood Terry Wood

Jack Arnold Bob Brandenberg

Diana Caldwell Rich Fabrie Egon Gropp

Bob Himenes Kari Jackson

Nate Johnson Dave McCarthy George Padilla

Sunday Small Group

Westside Building:

Leader: Brandenberg Location: #515

Time: 6p.m.

(potluck on last Sunday of month)

PREACHING SCHEDULE

JANUARY

15 - Mark Frost

22 - Mark Frost

29 - Mark Frost

Morning Assembly

The Joy of the Lord

Welcome

Because We Believe As the Deer Thirsts

Prayer

Before the Throne of God Above

Communion / Offering

Refiner’s Fire

Children dismissed to Kids’ Praise (3yrs - 4th grade) - must have

security badge

It Is Well with My Soul

“Who’s Afraid of the Holy Spirit?”

The Power of the Cross Had It Not Been the Lord

16 - Office closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

18 - Wed. Evening Meal, 5:30-6:15p.m. (mini ravioli & salad) - Wed. Evening classes, 6:15-7:00p.m.

19 - W.O.W. Ladies Bible Study, 10a.m., WAC (#520); coffee & fellowship at 9:45a.m.

Bible Study — Join us on Wednesdays beginning at 7p.m. and Sundays at 10:30a.m. for a variety of topics in #601.

Student Ministry Game Day—Monday January 16 from 1-5:00p.m. (Time change!) at Westside Church of Christ. Come play dodgeball, volleyball, video games and more! Bring a snack to share if you can!

Student Ministry Bible Classes—All 7th-12th grade students are invited to join us each Sunday morning in room #604 for our Bible class. This month, our topic is AHA—Experiencing Spiritual Breakthroughs from the Story of the Prodigal Son. This Wednesday night we wrap up a series on New Year’s Resolutions and then we will begin an eight-week series on My New Life With Jesus.

Student Leadership Program—If you would like more information about an upcoming Student Leadership Program, please see Bryan for more info and an application!

Prayer Concerns… Arlene Bonner - niece, Becky, who has spina bifida was diagnosed with muscular dystrophy; recovering from surgery, prayers for healing and that the surgery was successful Marcus & Nicole Brown - prayers for cousin Jessica Jenkins, lost her one month old son suddenly to illness on 1/5 Dick Cabe - recovering from pneumonia Dave Cahill - brother of Terry Cahill, has been in hospital for 33 days suffering from congestive heart failure, prognosis is not good Evan LaLanne - 19 yr. old friend of Jade Tirado, severe spinal trauma; prayers for healing and for his family Ron & Cathi Litterell - prayers that their granddaughter, Deanna, passes her boot camp final on 1/13 Tim & Ronette Morton - prayers for Jordyn Sears, Alex Bevan’s fiancé, for a safe & healthy pregnancy; prayers for Ronette’s father, Ron Frey, for a quick recovery from a broken neck; Jason Worley who is taking the C.H.P. endurance test and C.O. written test Jeff Pounds - brother-in-law of Roger & Cindy Burns, had a stroke and has blood clots; meeting with neurologist and surgeon Martha Prince - recovering from flu Dick Riden - in hospital receiving breathing treatments for pneumonia Dan Slack - brother of Varios Spears, in hospital due to shortness of breath and dizziness Kelsey Spann - prayers for friend, Linda Ward, who is ill Leon Venderveer - brother of former member, Linda Sherill, diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer, prayers for quick and successful treatment

Continued Prayer Concerns…Dick & Freda Cabe, Kay Dawes, Alecia Dunham, Gale Foreshee, Lynn Griffen, John Hill, Mary Holland, Clarence Howard, Micah Jensen, Dawanna Kimble, Keith Lackey, Joella Martin, Dennis McCombs, Melendez family, Joe Minton, Bob Molina, Ali Rash, Wanda Samples, Larry Sears & Jennifer Veith

Salt and Light Project for January...January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. Women are victims of this crime in Bakersfield. Christians from the community are ministering to these women though an outreach program called Magdalene Hope. Twice a month a van is driven to Union Avenue where volunteers pray for the women and distribute backpacks filled with personal items. Because of the huge generosity of the Westside family last year, almost 50 backpacks were packed and distributed. Once again we asking for your help by bringing any of the personal items needed. We will be collecting them through the month of January and

would greatly appreciate anything you can donate. Please leave your donations at the Salt and Light booth in the basket marked Magdalene Hope. If you have any questions, please contact Jeff or Cheryl Prude.

Matt. 5:13-16

We rejoice with the angels at the baptism of Noel Villareal, Jr. on Wednesday, December 28. Noel is in the youth group and he is the son of Noel Villareal, Sr.

A new Sunday morning Bible class will begin on Sunday, February 5 in #521 taught by Marcus & Nicole Brown. The title is: Life, Life, Balance: Building Authentic Relationships. Wherever we go and whoever is in our presence, we take God with us. “30 Somethings”- join us for a journey of self-awareness and spiritual development, as we strengthen our abilities to be authentic and build relationships with others that glorify God.

There will be a new ladies’ class on Wednesday evenings starting on February 1 at 6:15p.m.(location TBD). Jen Hatmaker’s “For the Love: Fighting for Grace in a World of Impossible Standards” will be the book we will be reading and discussing. Check it out online for more information. If you are interested, please sign up at the Guest Services Counter by Sunday, January 22 so we can order you a book. Lisa Fabrie and Kim Nickell will be facilitating.

The 20/30’s class has begun a new series for the month of January on “How Well Do You Know Your Bible?” taught by Keith Jensen.

The Women’s ministry is in need of volunteers to help fill our current bridal/baby shower team lists. If you would like more information or would like to sign up, please contact Barbara Strickland (444-0455).

Calling all Young at Heart members that are 55 years old or older! Our yearly planning meeting will be on Friday, January 27 at 6p.m. in the WAC (#520). Please come and help us plan activities for 2017. Pizza and ice cream will be served. Please sign up at the YAH bulletin board by Sunday, January 22, if you plan to attend. If you have any questions, please contact Jeff or Cheryl Prude.

Mark your calendars for the 74th annual Pepperdine Bible Lectures on May 2-5. Spiritual Rhythms: Scrolls for Robust Salvation is this year’s theme. Booklets are available at the Guest Services Counter.

Life Line Screening, a leading provider of community-based preventive health screenings, will be in our community on Monday, March 20, 2017 at Westside Church of Christ. Available ultrasound screenings to identify risk factors for Cardiovascular disease include; Carotid Artery (plaque buildup-a leading cause of stroke), Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (an enlargement or weak area in the main blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body), Peripheral Arterial Disease (hardening of the arteries in the legs), a Heart Rhythm Screening (an EKG to detect Atrial Fibrillation-irregular heartbeat) and an Osteoporosis Risk Assessment for men and women. Being aware of risk factors can help your doctor address problems early. Register online TODAY at www.lifelinescreening.com/advantageclub or see the sign-up sheet at the Guest Services Counter and receive your “Advantage” club discount and your Preferred Appointment!

Stop by the prayer quilt table and say a prayer as you tie a knot for the new pulpit minister that God is preparing for Westside.

Prayer Quilts

SUNDAY, JANUARY 15

WORSHIP ASSIGNMENTS

Welcome Bryan Fojtasek

Prayer Thomas Magness

Lord’s Supper Mike Minton

Greeter(s): Hall of Nations Egon & Peggy Gropp

Greeter(s): Lobby Dave & Faye Turner

Nursery Team Leader: Jen Pafford

Alana Crown, Jack Pafford, Kate Pafford, Shari Minton & Sherri Williams

Kids’ Praise Stephanie Brandenberg, Diana Caldwell,

Brooklyn Franklin, Frankie Lopez, Jessica Lopez, Betty McCarthy, Lisa McCollough, Lila Morton, Kaydee Patterson & Tori Wood

Children Greeters:

During Worship Rebecca Johnson & Dave McCarthy During Bible Class Sander & Gail Strother

Wednesday Nursery: January 11

NOTE: If you are unable to serve on the date for which you are scheduled, please contact the following:

Audio/Video: Tim Morton Welcome: Doug Oakes Greeters: Chuck Johnson Prayer/Communion: Mike Alexander Children's Greeters: John Dover Diana Caldwell Kimberly Squires

Jack Arnold Bob Brandenberg Diana Caldwell Rich Fabrie Egon Gropp

Bob Himenes Kari Jackson Nate Johnson Dave McCarthy George Padilla

Aidan Patterson John Patterson Lin Rash Marcellus Reed Bill Stallings

Dave Turner Larry Westbrook Lois Williams Rick Wood Terry Wood