December 28, 2008 by PastorDave.

The Least, the Little and the Last, Pastor David McIntosh, Sunday, 12-28-2008

Text: Matthew 14:17-18

Introduction:
In four days from now we will wake up and change the calendar so it will read January 1, 2009. Not many days from then these United States of America will experience the “changing of the guard” so to speak, we will usher in a new president and new congress.
Listen to Jeremiah 5:30 – “A horrible and shocking thing has happened in the land.”
I wonder what God thinks is horrible & shocking
Well He reveals it to us in the verses following: “The prophets prophecy lies, the priests rule by their own authority, and my people love it this way.” (V.31)
God is not shocked by the turn of political events but His eyes are on His prophets, His priests, and His people. They are the ones that have caused God to be in shock!
It is not the country, but the Church that concerns the Lord!
But Jeremiah 5:31, has one more sentence, it is put in the form of a question, from the Lord to His people: “But what will you do in the end?”

Transition:
With God the question is always personal, because He has blessed each one of us with free will. What will you do, what will I do, what can I do, I am so limited.

Statement:
God specializes in using the least, the little and the last to accomplish mighty things for His glory. May the Word of the Lord encourage you today, to see your life from His perspective!

THE LEAST (Judges 6:15)

1. V.15 – “But Lord, Gideon asked, how can I save Israel? My clan is the weakest in Manasseh, and I am the least in my family.”
2. The entire nation was under bondage to a foreign enemy called Midian and God turns to the weakest clam and the least of his family!
3. Isaiah 60:22 – “The least of you will become a thousand, the smallest a mighty nation. I am the Lord.”
4. Luke 9:48 – “For he who is least among you all- he is the greatest.”
5. So who are you today, are you the least? Have you surrendered to the fact that there is nothing you can do, because you are the least? God see’s it different.
6. The power of the “least” in the hands of God can be life changing.

THE LITTLE (Exodus 23:30)

1. V.30 – “Little by little I will drive them out before you, until you have increases enough to take possession of the land.”
2. Galatians 5:9 – “A little yeast works through the whole batch of dough.”
3. Zechariah 4:10 – “For who hath despised the day of small things?”
4. Luke 16:10 – “Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much.”
5. There is just so little that I can do because of who I am, or what I have done or my situation.
6. The power of the “little” in the hands of God can be life changing!

THE LAST

1. Matthew 19:30 – “But many who are first will be last, and many who are last will be first.”
2. 1 Samuel 16:11 – “So he asked Jesse, are these all the sons you have? There is still the youngest…” (or the last, but he wasn’t even invited, he was with the sheep)
3. The power of the “last” in the hands of God can be life changing!

MORE

1. Sarah couldn’t bear children
2. Moses had a speech impediment
3. The nation of Israel had their backs to the sea with nowhere to go
4. Joshua couldn’t get into the walled city of Jericho
5. Ruth was from a different culture
6. Esther had to face the king
7. David had to face the giant
8. Elijah was going to starve to death by the river
9. Mary’s reputation was shot in the community because she was with child
10. Peter was in prison and set to be executed in the morning
11. Paul has a thorn in his flesh that he never got rid of
12. Jesus was crucified and buried
13. These are all the least, the little and the last…and yet God showed himself mighty!

SECRET

1. Matt.14:17-18 – “And they said unto him, We have here but five loaves, and two fishes.”
2. We have here but… (We don’t have, Lord, we have little, insignificant.)
3. Five loaves for 5,000 people = 0ne thousandth of a piece of bread (0.001)
4. Two fishes for 5,000 people = four ten thousandths of piece of fish. (0.0004)
5. If the disciples do their best and work, let’s say they increase 100 fold.
6. 500 loaves = 0.1 pieces of bread & 200 fish = 0.04 pieces of fish.
7. The secret is found in V.18 – “Bring them hither to me.”
8. Jesus didn’t tell them to figure something out on their own, He told them to bring whatever they have (all the least all the little and all the last to Him)
9. Result: V.20 – “And they did all eat and were filled.”

UNDERSTANDING WHAT IT MEANS TO “BRING IT TO JESUS”

1. John 12:24-26 – “I tell you the truth, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds. The man who loves his life will lose it, while the man who hates his life in this world will keep it for eternal life. Whoever serves me must follow me; and where I am, my servant also will be.”
2. This is our challenge, to “bring it” to Jesus means to take our hands off, we are the seed that needs to be buried so that God can grow something mighty!
3. Too often we hold onto our ways, our thoughts, our decisions, and we remain a “single seed” unwilling to trust God with the little we have.
4. IF TIME: MY TESTIMONY OF LEAVING TEACHING AND GOING INTO THE MINISTRY.

ALTAR CALL

1. Bring your seed to the altar, as a symbol that you are burying it with Jesus so that He can use you to bring massive glory to His Name.
2. Also, it is a rededication or a first time dedication to follow Jesus, losing your life to gain His life to the full!

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December 28, 2008 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 no later than Thursday.

DECEMBER 28, 2008

• WORSHIP AND THE WORD at 8:30 and 11:00 AM
  • Nursery, 4s and 5s, Kids 4 Christ (Youth Chapel)
  • Pastor Dave McIntosh will preach the Word: “The Least, the Little, and the Last” (Matthew 14:17-18)
• CHRISTIAN EDUCATION, 10:00 AM, Classrooms & JA School
  • There are classes for all ages. An overview of the Winter 2008-09 quarter classes is available at the Welcome Center.
• PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY, 1:00 PM, Pastor Mark’s office
  • The monthly meeting is being held this afternoon from 1:00 to 3:00. For more information, see Alice Stacy. You can join this group any time
• PLEASE NOTE: THE YOUNG ADULTS AND YOUTH WILL NOT BE MEETING TODAY.

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   New Year’s Eve Service - Family Movie: Come What May
• THURSDAY
  • Church Office Closed
• FRIDAY
  • Church Office Closed
• SATURDAY
  • 7:00 PM   Prayer (Prayer Room)

UP AND COMING

• New Year’s Eve Service (December 30). All are invited to a special showing of the family movie, Come What May, beginning at 6:30 PM. This is a powerful movie depicting a battle of worldviews both at home and in the public square and always choosing to do the right thing…come what may. You will be blessed and challenged!
• Ministry of Joy (January 10). This adult fellowship will meet on the second Saturday in January, 12:00-2:30 PM. Come for a great time of fellowship, worship, food and fun. If you plan to eat lunch with the group, please bring a dish to share.
• Department Heads Meeting (January 11). This quarterly meeting for all department heads will be held at 4:30 PM in Pastor Mark’s office. Please come prepared with activity dates, etc.
• Sunday Night Discipleship (January 11). SND classes are scheduled to begin again on Sunday, January 11, at 6:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall. This is a time of discussion of the previous week’s homework, singing, praise, prayer for one another, and the presentation of a new lesson in the series on The Beatitudes. For the next twelve weeks, we will spend two weeks on each lesson. The tuition is $1.00 per person each week—given as a love and appreciation offering. To learn more, stop by the Welcome Center where you will have the opportunity to sign up. Thank you.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

• 2009 Offering Envelopes. If you use the pre-numbered church offering envelopes, they are available to be picked up in the foyer today. If you need to order envelopes, please contact our treasurer, Denise Shatos, by calling the church office at 978.534.1190.
• Cancellations. For church service or activity cancellation updates during the winter months, please call the “God’s Word for Today” phone line at 978.537.6260.
• Van Rides to Church. If you ride the van to church, please try to call for a ride by Thursday at the latest. Due to the ice storm, the church’s voice mail system is down. Call 978.534.1190 and leave your message on the temporary answering machine which is checked every day. We are anticipating the system being back up by the beginning of January. Thank you for your patience.
• The Truth Project DVDs for Sale. These DVDs are now available to everyone for just $75 a set. To purchase a set, please see Denise Shatos or call her: 978.534.1190, ext. 12.

SMALL GROUPS

• HOMETEAMS
  • Fliers for HomeTeams, home discipleship small groups, are located at the Welcome Center (directions included).
  • Seekers of Light—men (every other Sunday, 3:00 PM— December 14 and 28)
  • In Line with the Word (Tuesdays, 6:30 PM). Led by Sally Dyer, Lunenburg.
  • Christians in Action (Tuesdays, 7:00 PM).
  • Branches of Messiah (Wednesdays, 6:30 PM).
  • Women of Faith (Fridays, 10:00 AM).
• THE TRUTH PROJECT
  • Jim and Ginny Sullivan are hosting this DVD series at their Leominster home on Thursday nights.
• ONCE-A-MONTH FELLOWSHIPS
  • Ministry of Joy (first Saturday of the month, 12:00-2:30 PM)
  • 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)

TAKE THE LAND UPDATE

• Original Loan Amount:  $600,000
• Paid Down from Church Budget:  81,090
• Total Offerings, 6/07 - 12/08:  110,075
• Current Loan Balance:  408,835
• Average Monthly Offerings:  5.871
• Expected payoff date for loan is August 2011.

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December 28, 2008 by PastorMark.

If we’re not careful, life can “get old.” Our daily schedule can seem like a rut in the mud. As 2009 approaches, we face a new year with so many great possibilities. But, in order to appreciate the new things ahead, we need to have a renewed attitude. Paul says, “Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind” (Romans 12:2). God desires to lift us from the negative attitude of “been there, done that” to a faith-filled anticipation. He will renew your mind and use your life to bring Him great glory, and He is able to do more than you can imagine!

Pastor Mark Boucher

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December 21, 2008 by admin.

Jesus and Hanukkah

Tonight (Sunday, December 21, 2008) is the first night of the eight-day Feast of Dedication (Hanukkah or Festival of Lights). We read in John 10:22-23: “Then came the Feast of Dedication at Jerusalem. It was winter, and Jesus was in the temple area walking in Solomon’s Colonnade.” Think of it, here it was Hanukkah, and there was Jesus in Jerusalem telling the Jews how He had already revealed himself as the Messiah through His works (miracles), but they did not believe. He had also called himself the “Light of the World.” But what’s the connection?

You see, Hanukkah is the eight-day period during which Jews and many Christians around the world celebrate the miracle of the lights! Before the birth of Messiah, the Syrian King Antiochus invaded Jerusalem and forbid the Jews from following their practices written in the Torah (Sabbath, eating kosher, circumcision, etc.) He went so far as to defile the Temple by sacrificing pigs there. A band of Jews led by Judah Maccabee fought the Syrians to regain control of the Temple and then began the process of rededicating it. According to Jewish writings, in 165 B.C., they lit the menorah (lampstand) but had only enough oil for one day. God performed a miracle by making the holy oil burn for eight days. Today, millions celebrate this miracle in their homes by lighting the eight candles of a special Hanukkah menorah.

During this time, let us remember that we Gentile Christians are spiritual Jews, sons and daughters of Abraham, and are wild olive branches grafted into the natural olive tree by God. Let the lights of the menorahs we see remind us that Yeshua (Jesus) is the greatest miracle of all and that He is the “Light of the World” as He declared (John 8:12). Let us remember that He has come into the temple of our hearts with the everlasting oil of the Spirit, that we might shine forth His love. May we let our light so shine before both Jews and Gentiles that they may see our good works and glorify our Father in heaven, and may we rededicate ourselves to the risen, miracle-working Messiah.

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December 21, 2008 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 no later than Thursday.

DECEMBER 21, 2008

• WORSHIP & THE WORD at 8:30 (11:00 AM is CANCELED Today)
  • Nursery is available.
  • Christmas Cantata:  ~  “Follow the Light”
• CHRISTIAN EDUCATION, 10:00 AM, Classrooms & JA School (CANCELED Today)
  • An overview of the Winter 2008-09 quarter classes is available at the Welcome Center.
• YOUNG ADULTS, 4:30 PM, Youth Chapel (CANCELED Today)
  • For young adults, 18 to mid-20s
• YOUTH MINISTRIES, 6:30 PM, Youth Chapel (CANCELED Today)
  • For young people, ages 12-18
• In case of inclement weather, call 978.537.6260 to check if the parties are still on. If the parties are cancelled today, they will be rescheduled in the new year.

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
  • 7:00 PM   Christmas Eve Service
• THURSDAY
  • Christmas Day - Church Office Closed
• FRIDAY
  • Church Office Closed
• SATURDAY
  • 7:00 PM   Prayer (Prayer Room)

UP AND COMING

• Christmas Eve Communion Service (December 24). Make plans to join us for a special Communion service on Christmas Eve. All Wednesday night groups will meet in the sanctuary.
• Prayer Shawl Ministry (December 28). The monthly meeting will be held on the fourth, not the third, Sunday this month, 1:00-3:00 PM. For more info, contact Alice Stacy (see back of bulletin). You can join at any time. Also, if you know someone who could use a woman’s prayer shawl, a man’s lap robe, or a child’s blanket, please let Alice know.
• Messianic Night (January 2). Please join together with Yeshua (Jesus) our Messiah, the Messianic Ministry, and others with a heart for Israel, Jews, and Jewish roots on Friday, January 2, 7:00-9:00 PM, in the Fellowship Hall for a time of Messianic music/dance, sounding of the shofar, fellowship and refreshments. Children are welcome.
• Week of Fasting and Prayer (January 4-9). Let’s start the year out right, crying out to God for His wisdom and direction for our lives, our church, our nation, etc. We will join with other local churches for a special prayer gathering (sponsored by the Pastors’ Prayer Team) on Friday, 7:00 PM, at the Marriott (formerly Royal Plaza Best Western). For more information, contact: standnewengland.org.
• Sunday Night Discipleship (January 11). SND will begin again on Sunday, January 11, at 6:15 PM.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

• 2009 Offering Envelopes. If you use the pre-numbered church offering envelopes, they are available to be picked up in the foyer today. If you need to order envelopes, please contact our treasurer, Denise Shatos, by calling the church office at 978.534.1190.
• Cancellations. For church service or activity cancellation updates during the winter months, please call the “God’s Word for Today” phone line at 978.537.6260.
• Van Rides to Church. If you ride the van to church, please try to call for a ride by Thursday at the latest. Due to the ice storm, the church’s voice mail system is down. Call 978.534.1190 and leave your message on the temporary answering machine which is checked every day. We are anticipating the system being back up by the beginning of January. Thank you for your patience.
• The Truth Project DVDs for Sale. These DVDs are now available to everyone for just $75 a set. They’d make a great Christmas present! To purchase a set, please see Denise Shatos or call her at 978.534.1190, ext. 12.

SMALL GROUPS

• HOMETEAMS
  • Fliers for HomeTeams, home discipleship small groups, are located at the Welcome Center (directions included).
  • Seekers of Light—men (every other Sunday, 3:00 PM— December 14 and 28)
  • In Line with the Word (Tuesdays, 6:30 PM). Led by Sally Dyer, Lunenburg.
  • Christians in Action (Tuesdays, 7:00 PM).
  • Branches of Messiah (Wednesdays, 6:30 PM).
  • Women of Faith (Fridays, 10:00 AM).
• THE TRUTH PROJECT
  • Jim and Ginny Sullivan are hosting this DVD series at their Leominster home on Thursday nights.
• ONCE-A-MONTH FELLOWSHIPS
  • Ministry of Joy (first Saturday of the month, 12:00-2:30 PM)
  • 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)

TAKE THE LAND UPDATE

• Original Loan Amount:                  $600,000
• Paid Down from Church Budget:      79,229
• Total Offerings, 6/07 - 12/08:          109,678
• Current Loan Balance:                    411,093
• Average Monthly Offerings:               5.929
• Expected payoff date for loan is August 2010

BULLETIN INSERTS

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December 21, 2008 by PastorMark.

We have received a gift, and yet we need this gift again and again. Jesus told His disciples, “If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him!” (Luke 11:13). True believers experience the indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit. However, we can ask for more of the Holy Spirit each day because we need more and more light to displace the dark places inside and outside of our lives. Our Heavenly Father loves to answer our prayers for more of His Spirit!

Pastor Mark Boucher

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December 14, 2008 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 no later than Thursday.

DECEMBER 14, 2008 COMMUNION SUNDAY

• WORSHIP and THE WORD at 8:30 and 11:00 AM
  • Nursery, 4s and 5s, Kids 4 Christ (Youth Chapel) We will observe Communion as we worship together. Pastor Mark Boucher will preach the Word of God: “Willing to Wait,” Luke 2:25-35
• CHRISTIAN EDUCATION, 10:00 AM, Classrooms & JA School
  • An overview of the Winter 2008-09 quarter classes is available at the Welcome Center.
• CHRISTMAS CHOIR REHEARSAL, 4:00 PM, Sanctuary
  • This will be a combined choir and band rehearsal.
• YOUNG ADULT GROUP, 4:30 PM, Youth Chapel
  • Young adults, 18 to mid-20s, study the Word, get assistance with purpose planning, and pursue a life fully dedicated to the Lord.
• THERE IS NO SUNDAY NIGHT DISCIPLESHIP TONIGHT!
  • Sunday Night Discipleship will resume in the new year—date to be announced.
• YOUTH MINISTRIES BIBLE STUDY, 6:30 PM, Youth Chapel
  • Young people, ages 12-18, are encouraged to explore God’s Word and come to understand its relevance and power for them today!

THIS WEEK

• MONDAY
  • 6:00 PM Christmas Choir Rehearsal
  • 7:00 PM Prayer (Prayer Room)
• TUESDAY
  • 6:30 PM Prayer (Prayer Room)
  • 6:30 PM English for All Nations
  • 7:30 PM Christian 12-Step (Room 205)
• WEDNESDAY
  • 6:30 PM FAMILY NIGHT
  • Rainbows (girls & boys, 3 up to K)
  • Girls Ministries (grades K-8)
  • Royal Rangers (boys’ clubs, K-12)
  • School of the Word & Spirit (SOWS)
  • How to Delight in the Lord’s Presence
• THURSDAY
  • 6:00 PM Christmas Choir Rehearsal
• FRIDAY
  • 6:00 PM Christmas Choir Dress Rehearsal
• SATURDAY
  • 7:00 PM Prayer (Prayer Room)

UP AND COMING

• A Christmas Carol (December 14). Cornerstone Performing Arts will perform this classic through music and dance one more time—today at 2:00 PM—at Phillips Hall, First Parish Church, 923 Main St, Fitchburg.
• Hospitality Network Rotation (December 14-21). Thank you to those who have signed up to help with our rotation week that begins today. There is still time to sign up and several slots to be filled to minister to the homeless families presently in the network. To be a two-hour or overnight (Monday) host, please stop by the MIHN table in the foyer to volunteer today. We’ll be serving at the network’s new location: 196 Mechanic Street, Leominster.
• Prayer Shawl Ministry (December 28). The monthly meeting will be held on the fourth, not the third, Sunday this month. For more info, contact Alice Stacy (see back of bulletin).
• Week of Fasting and Prayer (January 4-9). Let’s start the year out right, crying out to God for His wisdom and direction for our lives and our church. See the insert in today’s bulletin regarding the special prayer gathering on Friday night.

CHURCH FAMILY NEWS

• In Sympathy. Our love and prayers go out to Donna Sakkinen and her family on the sudden death of her husband, Bill, on Friday. There will be a service here at the church, but details are not known at this time (call the office, 978.534.1190, on Tuesday for more information).

ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Buddy Barrel Contest Update. Congratulations to first place winner: Tyler Leger! And, thank you, Leominster Assembly, for giving a total of $197.35 to our children’s missions giving program—Boys and Girls Missionary Challenge—through the contest!
• 2009 Offering Envelopes. If you use the pre-numbered church offering envelopes, they are available to be picked up in the foyer today. If you need to order envelopes, please contact our treasurer, Denise Shatos, by calling the church office at 978.534.1190.
• Cancellations. For church service or activity cancellation updates during the winter months, please call the “God’s Word for Today” phone line at 978.537.6260.
• Van Rides to Church. If you ride the van to church, please try to call for a ride by Thursday at the latest. You can leave a message at extension 19.
• The Truth Project DVDs for Sale. These DVDs are now available to everyone for just $75 a set. They’d make a great Christmas present! To purchase a set, please see Denise Shatos or call her at 978.534.1190, ext. 12.

SMALL GROUPS

• HOMETEAMS
  • Fliers for HomeTeams, home discipleship small groups, are located at the Welcome Center (directions included).
  • Seekers of Light—men (every other Sunday, 3:00 PM— December 14 and 28)
  • In Line with the Word (Tuesdays, 6:30 PM). Led by Sally Dyer, Lunenburg.
  • Christians in Action (Tuesdays, 7:00 PM).
  • Branches of Messiah (Wednesdays, 6:30 PM).
  • Women of Faith (Fridays, 10:00 AM).
• THE TRUTH PROJECT
  • Jim and Ginny Sullivan are hosting this DVD series at their Leominster home on Thursday nights.
• ONCE-A-MONTH FELLOWSHIPS
  • Ministry of Joy (first Saturday of the month, 12:00-2:30 PM)
  • 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)

TAKE THE LAND UPDATE

• Original Loan Amount:                  $600,000
• Paid Down from Church Budget:      79,229
• Total Offerings, 6/07 - 11/08:          109,170
• Current Loan Balance:                    411,601
• Average Monthly Offerings:               5.982
• Expected payoff date for loan is August 2011.

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December 14, 2008 by PastorMark.

I just finished reading the Book of Revelation. Each January, as a new year begins, I start to read the Bible through by reading at least four chapters a day. Some days the Bible stories rivet my attention, and I read more than four chapters. On other days, the material is so compact (think Romans) that I may read only one or two chapters. As you look forward to 2009, why don’t you plan ahead to read God’s Word cover to cover? There are many Bible reading guides. I suggest going to Morning Star Christian Book Store to pick up a guide (and Bible if needed). Let me leave you with a promise from Joshua 1:8: “Do not let this Book of the Law depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful.”

Pastor Mark Boucher

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December 7, 2008 by PastorMark.

#335, God’s Mission for You, Pastor Mark Boucher, Sunday, 12-07-2008

Pastor Mark Boucher concludes The Message of Jesus series: “God’s Mission for You,” Matthew 28:16-20

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December 7, 2008 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 no later than Thursday.

DECEMBER 7, 2008 MISSIONS SUNDAY

• WORSHIP AND THE WORD at 8:30 and 11:00 AM
  • Nursery, 4s and 5s, Kids 4 Christ (Youth Chapel)
  • The monthly Missions Offering will be received.
  • Pastor Mark Boucher concludes The Message of Jesus series: “God’s Mission for You,” Matthew 28:16-20
• CHRISTIAN EDUCATION, 10:00 AM, Classrooms & JA School
  • The Winter 2008-09 quarter begins today. You can pick up an overview of the classes at the Welcome Center
• CHRISTMAS CHOIR REHEARSAL, 2:00 PM, Sanctuary
  • Choir meets at 2:00 PM; Band meets at 4:00 PM
• YOUNG ADULT GROUP, 4:30 PM, Youth Chapel
  • Young adults, 18 to mid-20s, study the Word, get assistance with purpose planning, and pursue a life fully dedicated to the Lord.
• SUNDAY NIGHT DISCIPLESHIP, 6:15 PM, Fellowship Hall
  • Every Sunday night, fellow Christians gather to discuss essential truths Jesus taught His disciples through His words and His example. Join us!
• YOUTH MINISTRIES BIBLE STUDY, 6:30 PM, Youth Chapel
  • Young people, ages 12-18, are encouraged to explore God’s Word and come to understand its relevance and power for them today!

THIS WEEK

• MONDAY
  • 7:00 PM Prayer (Prayer Room)
• TUESDAY
  • 6:30 PM Prayer for Israel (Prayer Room)
  • 6:30 PM English for All Nations
  • 7:30 PM Christian 12-Step (Room 205)
• WEDNESDAY
  • 6:30 PM FAMILY NIGHT
  • Rainbows (girls & boys, 3 up to K)
  • Girls Ministries (grades K-8)
  • Royal Rangers (boys’ clubs, K-12)
  • School of the Word & Spirit (SOWS)
  • “Recognizing Jesus” (Luke 2)
• THURSDAY
  • 7:00 PM Worship Practice (Sanctuary)
• FRIDAY
  • 6:00 PM Children’s Christmas Rehearsal
• SATURDAY
  • 7:00 PM Prayer (Prayer Room)

UP AND COMING

• Angel Tree Deadline (December 7). All Angel Tree gifts are to be brought to the church on or before next Sunday. Thank you to all who participated in this special ministry!
• Holiday Concert (December 7). The Montachusett Chorale will once again perform a Holiday Concert in Tata Auditorium at Leominster City Hall to benefit the Hospitality Network. The concert is today at 2:00 PM. Tickets are $15.00 at the door.
• A Christmas Carol (December 7, 12, 13, 14). Cornerstone Performing Arts will perform this classic through music and dance at Phillips Hall, First Parish Church, 923 Main St, Fitchburg. Today and next Sunday, performance time is 2:00 PM. Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:00 PM. You may purchase tickets by calling 978.345.2915 or at www.cpacFitchburg.org.
• Hospitality Network is Moving (December 10). This Wednesday, MIHN will move from its current location in Fitchburg to its new location. The shelter will now be located at 196 Mechanic Street, Leominster. This is in the Catholic Charities building on the St.
• Cecilia’s campus. Volunteers are needed, and if you have a truck—great. If you can help, please call Art at 978.342.3294.
• Adopt-a-Student Christmas Ministry (December 10). Teen Challenge Boston students are in need of our help this Christmas. They are separated from family and loved ones, and many of them will not receive gifts. If you’d like to adopt a student and provide a gift for him, please call Kenny Johnson or Fred Svenson at 617.442.6531 ASAP—by this Wednesday at the latest. Thank you and God bless!
• Dreams and Wishes (December 13). This event will take place at Common Ground, 1:00-4;00 PM. Donations of money are needed as well as gifts for children: new bikes, toys, coats, mittens, and gloves. Items can be placed in the box in the foyer.
• Hospitality Network Rotation (December 14-21). The women and children at the homeless shelter depend on our heart of Christ. We need people to help by giving a small amount of time to host or just by making a simple meal for the families. Without help from volunteers, we cannot fulfill our commitment to these families or do what Jesus has asked of us. Please stop by the MIHN table to volunteer today. We’ll be at the new location: 196 Mechanic Street, Leominster.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Buddy Barrel Contest. You can still cast your vote for the best decorated Buddy Barrel. Just stop by the table in the foyer and drop a quarter (or more if you desire) into the barrel behind your favorite entry and help the children’s mission giving go way over the top this year!
• 2009 Offering Envelopes. If you use the pre-numbered church offering envelopes, they are available to be picked up in the foyer today and next Sunday.
• Decorating Coordinator Needed. We are in need of someone to coordinate and assist in the seasonal decorating of the sanctuary and foyer. Please call the office ASAP if interested or if you’d like more info (978.534.1190).

SMALL GROUPS

• HOMETEAMS
• Fliers for HomeTeams, home discipleship small groups, are located at the Welcome Center (directions included).
  • Seekers of Light—men (every other Sunday, 3:00 PM—December 14 and 28)
  • In Line with the Word (Tuesdays, 6:30 PM). Led by Sally Dyer, Lunenburg.
  • Christians in Action (Tuesdays, 7:00 PM).
  • Branches of Messiah (Wednesdays, 6:30 PM).
  • Women of Faith (Fridays, 10:00 AM).
• THE TRUTH PROJECT
  • Jim and Ginny Sullivan are hosting this DVD series at their Leominster home on Thursday nights.
• ONCE-A-MONTH FELLOWSHIPS
  • Ministry of Joy (first Saturday of the month, 12:00-2:30 PM)
  • African Fellowship (first Saturday of the month, 4:00 PM)
  • Led by Manny and Beatrice Onos, Fitchburg, 978.345.2040.
  • Prayer Shawl Ministry (third Sunday of the month, 1:00 PM)

TAKE THE LAND UPDATE

• Original Loan Amount: $600,000
• Paid Down from Church Budget: 79,229
• Total Offerings, 6/07 - 11/08: 108,293
• Current Loan Balance: 412,478
• Average Monthly Offerings: 6,016
• Expected payoff date for loan is August 2011.

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