June 28, 2009 by PastorMark.

  #351, Writing on the Wall, Pastor Mark Boucher, Sunday, 06-28-2009

Text: Daniel 5

Pastor Mark Boucher continues the Daniel sermon series, Godly Living in Ungodly Times

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June 28, 2009 by admin.

WELCOME TO LEOMINSTER ASSEMBLY OF GOD

• Welcome Center ~ Just inside our main entrance you will find friendly assistance, maps, and literature about LAOG.
• Bulletin ~ Our weekly bulletin provides up-to-date information about what is happening at LAOG.
• Web site ~ Check out www.laog.org for up-to-date information about ministries and staff, bulletin, calendar, sermon notes, etc.
• LifeLine TV ~ Sunday services are aired on local access TV. Schedules are available at the Welcome Center.
• LifeLine ~ WFGL 960 AM (1:15/6:00 AM, 5:15/9:00 PM, M-F)
• Van Service ~ Call 978.534.1190 x19 for a ride to the Sunday morning services. Please call by Thursday if at all possible.

JUNE 28, 2009

• WORSHIP and THE WORD at 8:30 and 11:00 AM
  • Nursery, 4s and 5s, Kids 4 Christ (Youth Chapel)
  • This morning we will honor our graduates—
  • high school, college, and higher education.
  • Pastor Mark Boucher continues the Daniel sermon series, Godly Living in Ungodly Times, with a message entitled: “Writing on the Wall” (Daniel 5)
• CHRISTIAN EDUCATION at 10:00 AM
  • Bible classes for all ages. Brochures for the new quarter are available at the Welcome Center. The adult class, “Coffee and the Core Values,” meets in the Youth Chapel for the summer.
• YOUNG ADULTS, 4:30 PM, Youth Chapel
  • Young adults, 18 to mid-20s, are invited to cultivate a deeper study of the Word, get assistance with life purpose planning, and pursue a life fully dedicated to the Lord.
• LEADERSHIP FOLLOW-UP MEETING, 6:00 PM
  • There is no service in the Sanctuary tonight. There is a leadership follow-up meeting in the Fellowship Hall.
• THERE IS NO YOUTH BIBLE STUDY TONIGHT!
  • See you next Sunday at 6:30!!

THIS WEEK

• MONDAY
  • 7:00 PM  Prayer (Prayer Room)
• TUESDAY
  • 6:30 PM  Prayer (Prayer Room)
  • 7:30 PM  Christian 12-Step (Room 205)
• WEDNESDAY
  • 6:30 PM  FAMILY NIGHT
  • Rainbows (boys & girls, 3 up to K)
  • Girls Ministries (grades K-8)
  • Royal Rangers (boys’ clubs, K-12)
  • Awards Night (Youth Chapel)
  • School of the Word & the Spirit, New Series: Breaking Intimidation
• THURSDAY
  • 9:30 AM  Women’s Study (Fellowship Hall)
  • 6:30 PM  Women’s Study (Fellowship Hall)
• FRIDAY
  • 7:00 PM  Messianic First Friday Fellowship
• SATURDAY
  • 7:00 PM  Prayer (Prayer Room)

UP AND COMING

• Royal Rangers Awards Night (July 1). Award Night will be held this Wednesday in the Youth Chapel beginning at 7:00. Please have your boys in their club rooms by 6:30.
• Messianic First Friday Fellowship (July 3). Join us Friday, 7:00 PM, as we celebrate Independence Day with a special message, Jewish dancing, blowing of the shofar, prayer, and some food, along with our usual snacks. All are welcome!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Women’s Study Concludes. The last study until September will be held this Thursday at 9:30 AM and 6:30 PM.
• Ministry of Joy. Please note that the adult fellowship will not meet in July because of the first Saturday being July 4th.
  African Fellowship. Please note that this group will not meet in July because of the first Saturday holiday.
  Royal Rangers Summer Schedule. Please take note that the Royal Rangers will not meet on July 8 or 15. Beginning July 22, only the boys who have completed grades K-5 will be meeting. The older boys are welcome to attend the John Bevere DVD series in the sanctuary.
  Care Net Baby Bottle Drive. If you took a baby bottle to fill for our local Pregnancy Resource Center, please return it to the Welcome Center ASAP. Thank you for supporting life!

CHURCH FAMILY NEEDS

• Job Needed. Charlie Mora is looking for entry level work. If you have or know of anything available, please call 978.413.8032.
• Car Needed. Michael Jacob needs a car and is willing to do a payment plan. Call 978.466.6284 or 508.331.8629.
• Items Needed. Aretha Cotton is in need of: baby gates, microwave, vacuum, cabinet safety locks, T-shirts for a 23-pound baby, 2X women’s clothes. Please call Aretha at or the church office if you can help.
• If you are a resident of Townsend or Ashby and have cable television, would you please call the church office and let us know? We need your help.
• Care Net Baby Bottle Drive. If you took a baby bottle to fill for our local Pregnancy Resource Center, please return it to the Welcome Center ASAP.
• You can help our children reach their missions goal through Boys and Girls Missionary Challenge (BGMC). Stop by the foyer table and pick up an envelope labeled with an amount ($1 to $100). Put in that amount, return ASAP, and … thanks!

CHURCH FAMILY NEWS

• We rejoice with Ted and Sandy Stearns on the birth of their son, Gabriel Phillip, who was born Sunday, June 21, weighing in at 9 lbs. 14 oz. and measuring 22 inches! God’s bless you all abundantly!

SMALL GROUPS

• HOMETEAMS
  • Fliers for HomeTeams, home discipleship small groups, are located at the Welcome Center (directions included).
  • Seekers of Light (every other Sunday, 3:00 PM). For men, led by Jim Sullivan, Leominster.
  • In Line with the Word (Tuesdays, 6:30 PM). Led by Sally Dyer, Lunenburg, check out their blog at: Inlinewiththeword.blogspot.com
  • Branches of Messiah (Wednesdays, 6:30 PM). Led by Gus and Dale Wheeler, Leominster.
  • Women of Faith (Fridays, 10:00 AM). Led by Carol Tellier, Leominster.
• ONCE-A-MONTH FELLOWSHIPS
  • Messianic Fellowship (first Friday of the month, 7:00 PM). Led by Gus and Dale Wheeler. Meets for worship, Jewish dance, snacking, etc. in the Fellowship Hall.
  • Ministry of Joy (first Saturday of the month, 12:00-2:30 PM). Led by Ray and Rita Trainque. Meets for lunch, fellowship, and worship in the church Fellowship Hall.
  • African Fellowship (first Saturday of the month, 4:00 PM). Led by Manny and Beatrice Onos, Fitchburg.
  • Prayer Shawl Ministry (third Sunday of the month, 1:00 PM). Led by Alice Stacy. Meets in Pastor’s office.
  • The King’s Beloved (third Saturday of the month, 1:00 PM). Led by Kara Sanders, Single Moms’ Group meets at the church.

TAKE THE LAND UPDATE

• Cost of Property Purchase:  $700,000
• Cash Deposit at Purchase:  100,000
• Paid Down from Church Budget:  111,926
• Total Offerings, 6/07 - 6/09:  139,349
• Current Loan Balance:  348,725
• Avg. Monthly Offerings (last 6 mos.):  4,593
• Avg. Monthly Offerings (since 6/07):  5,630
• Expected payoff date for loan is December 2011.

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June 28, 2009 by PastorMark.

How we look at difficulties is crucial. As I’m reading about the life and journeys of Paul, I discover trials are part of the adventure. Paul said, “We must go through many hardships to enter the kingdom of God” (Acts 14:22). Hardships are places where our faith can blossom and our priorities focus more clearly on what really matters. By looking at our difficulties through the lens of faith in Christ, we grow in Him. G. K. Chesterton wrote, “An adventure is only an inconvenience rightly considered. An inconvenience is only an adventure wrongly considered.”

Pastor Mark Boucher

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June 21, 2009 by PastorDave.

#350, The Legacy of Dad, Pastor David McIntosh, Sunday, 06-21-2009

Text: Luke 2:17

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June 21, 2009 by admin.

WELCOME TO LEOMINSTER ASSEMBLY OF GOD

• Welcome Center ~ Just inside our main entrance you will find friendly assistance, maps, and literature about LAOG.
• Bulletin ~ Our weekly bulletin provides up-to-date information about what is happening at LAOG.
• Web site ~ Check out www.laog.org for up-to-date information about ministries and staff, bulletin, calendar, sermon notes, etc.
• LifeLine TV ~ Sunday services are aired on local access TV. Schedules are available at the Welcome Center.
• LifeLine ~ WFGL 960 AM (1:15/6:00 AM, 5:15/9:00 PM, M-F)
• Van Service ~ Call 978.534.1190 x19 for a ride to the Sunday morning services. Please call by Thursday if at all possible.

JUNE 21, 2009 ~ HAPPY FATHER’S DAY, DADS!

• WORSHIP and THE WORD at 8:30 and 11:00 AM
  • Nursery, 4s and 5s, Kids 4 Christ (Youth Chapel)
  • Please designate your Take the Land offering today.
  • Pastor Dave McIntosh will preach from God’s Word: “The Legacy of Dad” (Luke 2:17)
• CHRISTIAN EDUCATION at 10:00 AM
  • Bible classes for all ages. Brochures for the new quarter are available at the Welcome Center. The adult class, “Coffee and the Core Values,” meets in the Youth Chapel for the summer.
• PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY, 1:00 PM, Pastor’s Office
  • You can join this group at any time. See Alice Stacy.
• YOUNG ADULTS, 4:30 PM, Youth Chapel
  • Young adults, 18 to mid-20s, are invited to cultivate a deeper study of the Word, get assistance with life purpose planning, and pursue a life fully dedicated to the Lord.
• YOUTH BIBLE STUDY, 6:30 PM, Youth Chapel
  • Youth, ages 12-18, are encouraged to explore God’s Word and come to understand its relevance and power for them today!
  • This week: The Cost of Following (Matthew 8:14-22)

THIS WEEK

• MONDAY
  • 7:00 PM  Prayer (Prayer Room)
• TUESDAY
  • 6:30 PM  Prayer (Prayer Room)
  • 7:30 PM  Christian 12-Step (Room 205)
• WEDNESDAY
  • 6:30 PM  FAMILY NIGHT
  • Rainbows (boys & girls, 3 up to K)
  • Girls Ministries (grades K-8)
  • Royal Rangers (boys’ clubs, K-12)
  • Prayer Walk (downtown Leominster)
• THURSDAY
  • 9:30 AM  Women’s Study (Fellowship Hall)
  • 6:30 PM  Women’s Study (Fellowship Hall)
• SATURDAY
  • 10:00 AM  Men’s Simulcast (Sanctuary)
  • 7:00 PM  Prayer (Prayer Room)

UP AND COMING

• Steve Green Concert (June 21). Tonight at 7:00 PM, gospel artist Steve Green will appear in concert in South Lancaster (34 Sawyer Street, pavilion behind conference office). Seats are available on a first-come basis. The concert is free and the doors open at 6:00.
• Prayer Walk (June 24). Meet at Monument Square, Leominster between 6:30 and 6:45 PM on Wednesday for a prayer walk. There will be no adult Bible study at the church this week.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Registration for our July 13-18 VBS continues for children who have completed K through Grade 6. Register now and get your God’s Big Backyard CD. And check out the VBS blog at www.vbslaog.blogspot.com.
• Also, two important reminders for VBS volunteers: (1) If you have not signed up for your two hours of set-up and clean-up times, please do so on the posters on the VBS Wall in the Fellowship Hall. (2) Please be sure to complete a CORI form (18 and older) and a LAOG Children’s Worker Form (everyone). Forms are available in the church office or on the wall outside of the VBS closet. You must complete these forms in order to help at VBS. The names of volunteers who need to complete the forms are on the VBS Wall in the Fellowship Hall.
• Ministry of Joy. Please note that the adult fellowship will not meet in July because of the first Saturday being July 4th.

CHURCH FAMILY NEEDS

• Job Needed. Charlie Mora is looking for entry level work. If you have or know of anything available, please call 978.413.8032.
• Car Needed. Michael Jacob needs a car and is willing to do a payment plan. Call 978.466.6284 or 508.331.8629.
• Items Needed. Aretha Cotton is in need of: baby gates, microwave, vacuum, cabinet safety locks, T-shirts for a 23-pound baby, 2X women’s clothes. Please call Aretha at or the church office if you can help.
• If you are a resident of Townsend or Ashby and have cable television, would you please call the church office and let us know? We need your help.
• Care Net Baby Bottle Drive. If you took a baby bottle to fill for our local Pregnancy Resource Center, please return it to the Welcome Center ASAP.

CHURCH FAMILY NEWS

• We rejoice with Tim and Blanca (Noguera) Grautski who were married yesterday, June 20. God’s richest blessings as you begin your new life together!

SMALL GROUPS

• HOMETEAMS
  • Fliers for HomeTeams, home discipleship small groups, are located at the Welcome Center (directions included).
  • Seekers of Light (every other Sunday, 3:00 PM). For men, led by Jim Sullivan, Leominster.
  • In Line with the Word (Tuesdays, 6:30 PM). Led by Sally Dyer, Lunenburg. Check out their blog at: Inlinewiththeword.blogspot.com
  • Branches of Messiah (Wednesdays, 6:30 PM). Led by Gus and Dale Wheeler, Leominster.
  • Women of Faith (Fridays, 10:00 AM). Led by Carol Tellier, Leominster.
• ONCE-A-MONTH FELLOWSHIPS
  • Messianic Fellowship (first Friday of the month, 7:00 PM). Led by Gus and Dale Wheeler. Meets for worship, Jewish dance, snacking, etc. in the Fellowship Hall.
  • Ministry of Joy (first Saturday of the month, 12:00-2:30 PM)
  • Led by Ray and Rita Trainque. Meets for lunch, fellowship, and worship in the church Fellowship Hall.
  • African Fellowship (first Saturday of the month, 4:00 PM). Led by Manny and Beatrice Onos, Fitchburg.
  • Prayer Shawl Ministry (third Sunday of the month, 1:00 PM). Led by Alice Stacy. Meets in Pastor’s office.
  • The King’s Beloved (third Saturday of the month, 1:00 PM). Led by Kara Sanders, Single Moms’ Group meets at the church.

TAKE THE LAND UPDATE

• Original Loan Amount:  $600,000
• Paid Down from Church Budget:  109,799
• Total Offerings, 6/07 - 6/09:  138,176
• Current Loan Balance:  352,025
• Avg. Monthly Offerings (last 6 mos.):  4,590
• Avg. Monthly Offerings (since 6/07):  5,640
• Expected payoff date for loan is December 2011.

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June 21, 2009 by PastorMark.

A growing Christian is one who forces himself to reflect upon the Lord and all He has done. In our fleshly nature, we tend to forget all of God’s blessings and His answers to our prayers. The Psalmist addressed this and said to God’s people, “When our fathers were in Egypt, they gave no thought to your miracles; they did not remember your many kindnesses, and they rebelled by the sea, the Red Sea” (Psalm 106:7). The Israelites saw with their own eyes the miracles and power of God, but they “gave no thought.” They failed to consider or comprehend God’s ways and dismissed His kindness. As a result, when trials came, their faith was so low that they gave way to complaining, murmuring, and rebellion. Let’s learn from the past! Take time to pray and meditate upon the Lord and His faithfulness. If you “remember” God, you will find faith and strength for the journey and avoid the pits into which others have fallen.

Pastor Mark Boucher

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June 14, 2009 by PastorMark.

#348, Staying Humble or Being Humbled, Pastor Mark Boucher, Sunday, 06-14-2009

Text: Daniel 4

Pastor Mark Boucher continues Daniel series, Godly Living in Ungodly Times

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June 14, 2009 by admin.

WELCOME TO LEOMINSTER ASSEMBLY OF GOD

• Welcome Center ~ Just inside our main entrance you will find friendly assistance, maps, and literature about LAOG.
• Bulletin ~ Our weekly bulletin provides up-to-date information about what is happening at LAOG.
• Web site ~ Check out www.laog.org for up-to-date information about ministries and staff, bulletin, calendar, sermon notes, etc.
• LifeLine TV ~ Sunday services are aired on local access TV. Schedules are available at the Welcome Center.
• LifeLine ~ WFGL 960 AM (1:15/6:00 AM, 5:15/9:00 PM, M-F)
• Van Service ~ Call 978.534.1190 x19 for a ride to the Sunday morning services. Please call by Thursday if at all possible.

JUNE 14, 2009 ~ COMMUNION SUNDAY

• WORSHIP and THE WORD at 8:30 and 11:00 AM
  • Nursery, 4s and 5s, Kids 4 Christ (Youth Chapel)
  • As we worship today, we will share in Communion.
  • A water baptism will be held during the11:00 service.
  • Pastor Mark Boucher continues Daniel series, Godly Living in Ungodly Times: “Staying Humble or Being Humbled” (Daniel 4)
• CHRISTIAN EDUCATION at 10:00 AM
  • Bible classes for all ages. A new quarter begins!
  • The adult class meets in the Youth Chapel for the summer.
• YOUNG ADULTS, 4:30 PM, Youth Chapel
  • Young adults, 18 to mid-20s, are invited to cultivate a deeper study of the Word, get assistance with life purpose planning, and pursue a life fully dedicated to the Lord.
• YOUTH BIBLE STUDY, 6:30 PM, Youth Chapel
  • Youth, ages 12-18, are encouraged to explore God’s Word and come to understand its relevance and power for them today!
  • This week: Faith Like a Centurion (Matthew 8:1-13)
• FIRM FOUNDATION MEETING, 6:30 PM, Pastor’s Office
  • This informational meeting is for those interested in outreach, follow-up for new converts (see insert in today’s bulletin).

THIS WEEK

• MONDAY
  • 7:00 PM  Prayer (Prayer Room)
• TUESDAY
  • 6:30 PM  Prayer (Prayer Room)
  • 7:30 PM  Christian 12-Step (Room 205)
• WEDNESDAY
  • 6:30 PM  FAMILY NIGHT
  • Rainbows (boys & girls, 3 up to K)
  • Girls Ministries (grades K-8)
  • Royal Rangers (boys’ clubs, K-12)
  • School of the Word & the Spirit talkin’ core values: Integrity & Leadership
• THURSDAY
  • 9:30 AM  Women’s Study (Fellowship Hall)
  • 6:30 PM  Women’s Study (Fellowship Hall)
  • 6:30 PM  Church Board Meeting
• SATURDAY
  • 7:00 PM  Prayer (Prayer Room)

UP AND COMING

• The King’s Beloved Group (June 20). This new group for single moms meets the third Saturday of every month at 1:00 PM here at the church. If you have questions or would like more information, please contact Kara Sanders at 603.401.4071.
• Steve Green Concert (June 21). Next Sunday at 7:00 PM, gospel artist Steve Green will appear in concert in South Lancaster (34 Sawyer Street, in the pavilion behind the office). Seats are available on a first-come basis. The concert is free and the doors open at 6:00. Check out www.stevegreenministries.org.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

• VBS Registration. July 13-18 is Vacation Bible School week. Registration begins today in the foyer for all children who have completed Kindergarten through 6th grade. You can also register online at www.laog.org (just click the treehouse).
• If you are a resident of Townsend or Ashby and have cable television, would you please call the church office and let us know? The cable TV channel that airs our program needs us to provide them with information. Thank you for your help.
• Care Net Baby Bottle Drive. If you took a baby bottle to fill for our local Pregnancy Resource Center, the fundraising drive runs through next Sunday. Please return your baby bottle to the Welcome Center. Thank you for your support for life.

CHURCH FAMILY NEEDS

• Job Needed. Charlie Mora is looking for entry level work. If you have or know of anything available, please call 978.413.8032.
• Car Needed. Michael Jacob needs a car and is willing to do a payment plan. Call 978.466.6284 or 508.331.8629.
• Items Needed. Aretha Cotton is in need of: baby gates, microwave, vacuum, cabinet safety locks, T-shirts for a 23-pound baby, 2X women’s clothes. Please call Aretha at or the church office if you can help.

SMALL GROUPS

• HOMETEAMS
  • Fliers for HomeTeams, home discipleship small groups, are located at the Welcome Center (directions included).
  • Seekers of Light (every other Sunday, 3:00 PM). For men, led by Jim Sullivan, Leominster.
  • In Line with the Word (Tuesdays, 6:30 PM). Led by Sally Dyer, Lunenburg. Check out their blog at: Inlinewiththeword.blogspot.com
  • Branches of Messiah (Wednesdays, 6:30 PM). Led by Gus and Dale Wheeler, Leominster.
  • Women of Faith (Fridays, 10:00 AM). Led by Carol Tellier, Leominster.
• ONCE-A-MONTH FELLOWSHIPS
  • Messianic Fellowship (first Friday of the month, 7:00 PM). Led by Gus and Dale Wheeler. Meets for worship, Jewish dance, snacking, etc. in the Fellowship Hall.
  • Ministry of Joy (first Saturday of the month, 12:00-2:30 PM). Led by Ray and Rita Trainque. Meets for lunch, fellowship, and worship in the church Fellowship Hall.
  • African Fellowship (first Saturday of the month, 4:00 PM). Led by Manny and Beatrice Onos, Fitchburg.
  • Prayer Shawl Ministry (third Sunday of the month, 1:00 PM). Led by Alice Stacy. Meets in Pastor’s office.
  • The King’s Beloved (third Saturday of the month, 1:00 PM). Led by Kara Sanders. Single Moms’ Group meets at the church.

TAKE THE LAND UPDATE

• Original Loan Amount:  $600,000
• Paid Down from Church Budget:  109,799
• Total Offerings, 6/07 - 6/09:  137,574
• Current Loan Balance:  352,627
• Avg. Monthly Offerings (last 6 mos.):  4,677
• Avg. Monthly Offerings (since 6/07):  5,673
• Expected payoff date for loan is December 2011.

BULLETIN INSERTS

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June 14, 2009 by PastorMark.

Be careful what you desire; you just might get it! Paul told Timothy, “Train yourself to be godly” (1 Timothy 4:7). Just as we can train ourselves to learn new skills, we can (with the help of the Holy Spirit) learn to direct our desires toward the things of God. The growing disciple of Jesus learns to develop a hunger for fellowship with Jesus and His Word. Without these “holy desires,” our hearts incline toward sensual, earthly desires and lusts, which can never satisfy our heart. May our longings agree with the Psalmist who wrote, “The law from your mouth is more precious to me than thousands of pieces of silver and gold” (119:72).

Pastor Mark Boucher

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June 7, 2009 by PastorMark.

#347, Staying True…No Matter What, Pastor Mark Boucher, Sunday, 06-07-2009

Text:  (Daniel 3)

Pastor Mark Boucher continues Daniel series, Godly Living in Ungodly Times: “Staying True…No Matter What” (Daniel 3)

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