March 29, 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.

MARCH 29, 2009

• WORSHIP and THE WORD at 8:30 and 11:00 AM
  • Nursery, 4s and 5s, Kids 4 Christ (Youth Chapel)
  • We welcome special guests, President Jeffrey Bell and a trio, from Faith School of Theology in Charleston, Maine. They will minister in music and the Word this morning.
  • There is a child dedication during second service.
• CHRISTIAN EDUCATION at 10:00 AM
  • There are Bible classes for all ages.
  • Pick up an overview of the spring 2009 quarter in the foyer.
• RESURRECTION CHOIR PRACTICE, 2:00 PM, Sanctuary
• YOUNG ADULT GROUP, 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.
• SUNDAY NIGHT DISCIPLESHIP, 6:15 PM, Fellowship Hall
  • Join us for coffee at 6:15 and then at 6:30 we’ll continue the discipleship series from The Beatitudes, worship together, and share requests and pray for one another. You can join at any time. All are welcome. Childcare is provided for young children.
• YOUTH MINISTRIES 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: Who’s Your Master? (Matthew 6:19-24)

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
  • Exploring Personal Issues Series: Possessions (Luke 12:15)
• THURSDAY
  • 9:30 AM  Women’s Study (Fellowship Hall)
  • 6:30 PM  Women’s Study (Fellowship Hall)
• FRIDAY
  • 6:30 PM  Ladies Night Out (Fellowship Hall)
• SATURDAY
  • 8:15 AM  Men’s Breakfast and Simulcast
  • 12:00 PM  Ministry of Joy (Fellowship Hall)
  • 4:00 PM  African Fellowship (Onos’ home)
  • 7:00 PM  Prayer (Prayer Room)

UP AND COMING

• Ladies Night Out (April 3). Ladies, please sign up today at the Welcome Center for this fun night of games, crafts, and snacks. Also indicate if you will need childcare.
• Ministry of Joy (April 4). The adult fellowship will meet Saturday in the Fellowship Hall from noon until 2:30. There will be fun, food, fellowship, and music provided by the SOS Band. If you plan to eat lunch with the group, please bring a dish to share. Water Baptism Class (April 5). If you are planning to be baptized in water on April 19, you will need to attend the class next Sunday at 10:00 AM in Pastor Mark’s office.
• Royal Rangers Awards Ceremony (April 8). Awards will be presented at this special Wednesday night ceremony held in the Youth Chapel beginning at 7:00. Family and friends are invited.
• Good Friday Service (April 10). Plan now to attend this special Communion and remembrance service beginning at 7:00 PM.
• Passover Seder (April 11). A Seder will be held in the Fellowship Hall, 4:00-8:00 PM. There are still a few seats available. Please sign up and pay ($5/person) at the Welcome Center.
• Water Baptism (April 19). Are you ready to follow Jesus’ command to be baptized in water? Please stop by the Welcome Center and complete an application today. You can be baptized during the 8:30 or 11:00 service.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Health Insurance. Tammy Kinsley is available to assist you if you don’t have insurance, if you’ve lost your insurance due to job loss, or if you need supplemental insurance. Information is available at the Welcome Center.
• Camp Positions. Camp Woodhaven in West Boylston has openings for counselors, etc. for their summer day camp. If you’d like more info, call 508.835.9883 or go to their Web site: www.campwoodhaven.com for an application.

CHURCH FAMILY NEEDS

• Sister in Christ looking for home with sister in Christ. Please call Judy at 978.466.1932.
• Moving Help Needed. The Shanks are moving this Saturday, April 4 (within Leominster). Men are needed to help move large items. Please call 978.235.3662.
• Items Needed. A church family is in need of a TV and bedroom items for a child. Please call 425.280.6032.

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–3/22). For men, led by Jim Sullivan, Leominster.
  • The Truth Project (Sundays, 6:30 PM). Led by Jim and Arline Stith, Leominster.
  • In Line with the Word (Tuesdays, 6:30 PM). Led by Sally Dyer, Lunenburg.
  • 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
  • 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.

TAKE THE LAND UPDATE

• Original Loan Amount:  $600,000
• Paid Down from Church Budget:  96,425
• Total Offerings, 6/07 - 3/09:  125,173
• Current Loan Balance:  378,402
• Avg. Monthly Offerings (last 6 mos.):  3,959
• Avg. Monthly Offerings (since 6/07):  5,742
• Expected payoff date for loan is March 2012.

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March 29, 2009 by PastorMark.

Patience is hard, but the results are good. To be willing to wait takes dedication on our part. Instead of reacting to the unpleasant present, we choose to put our hope in God for a better future. James tells God’s people, “Be patient, then, brothers, until the Lord’s coming” (5:7). James also wrote, “You have heard of Job’s perseverance and have seen what the Lord finally brought about. The Lord is full of compassion and mercy” (5:11). If you’re in a difficult place today, determine to wait patiently on God and do what is right. God opens doors and blesses those who persevere!

Pastor Mark Boucher

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March 22, 2009 by PastorMark.

#343, What’s Happening?, Pastor Mark Boucher, Sunday, 03-22-2009

Text: Psalm 62:1-8

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March 22, 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.

MARCH 22, 2009

• WORSHIP and THE WORD at 8:30 and 11:00 AM
  • Nursery, 4s and 5s, Kids 4 Christ (Youth Chapel)
  • New members are being received today.
  • Pastor Mark Boucher, “What’s Happening?” (Psalm 62:1-8)
• CHRISTIAN EDUCATION at 10:00 AM
  • There are Bible classes for all ages.
  • Pick up an overview of the spring 2009 quarter in the foyer.
• RESURRECTION CHOIR PRACTICE, 2:00 PM, Sanctuary
• YOUNG ADULT GROUP, 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.
• SUNDAY NIGHT DISCIPLESHIP, 6:15 PM, Fellowship Hall
  • Join us for coffee at 6:15 and then at 6:30 we’ll continue the discipleship series from The Beatitudes, worship together, and share requests and pray for one another. You can join at any time. All are welcome. Childcare is provided for young children.
• YOUTH MINISTRIES 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 Secret Disciplines (Matthew 6:1-18)

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, Exploring Personal Issues Series: Healthy and Unhealthy Fear
• THURSDAY
  • 9:30 AM  Women’s Study (Fellowship Hall)
  • 11:00 AM  Women’s Movie & Pizza Fellowship
  • 6:30 PM  Women’s Study (Fellowship Hall)
• SATURDAY
  • 7:00 PM  Prayer (Prayer Room)

UP AND COMING

• Women’s Movie & Pizza Fellowship (March 26). This Thursday at 11:00 AM, following the morning Bible study, come see a two-hour movie about Ruth and enjoy pizza, etc. Please sign up in the foyer.
• Child Dedication (March 29). If you desire to dedicate your child/children to the Lord, you can do so during the 11:00 AM service next Sunday. Please fill out an application card (located at the Welcome Center), one per child, and turn it in today.
• Passover Seder (April 11). A Seder will be held in the Fellowship Hall, 4:00-8:00 PM. Seating is limited to the first 50 people to sign up and pay ($5/person) at the Welcome Center.
• Water Baptism (April 19). Are you ready to follow Jesus’ command to be baptized in water? Please stop by the Welcome Center and complete an application. You can be baptized during the 8:30 or 11:00 service. A class will be held April 5 at 10:00 AM.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Health Insurance. Tammy Kinsley is available to assist you through Community Health Connections if you don’t have insurance, if you’ve lost your insurance because of a job loss, or if you have coverage but need supplemental insurance. Information is available at the Welcome Center.
• Camp Staff Positions. Camp Woodhaven in West Boylston has many openings for counselors, etc. for their summer day camp program. If you’d like more info, call 508.835.9883 or go to their Web site: www.campwoodhaven.com for an application.

CHURCH FAMILY NEWS

• Please remember in prayer Jose Gutierrez and his family as his father died last Monday in Philadelphia.
• Continue to pray for those in our church family who have lost their jobs and continue to look for work.

CHURCH FAMILY NEEDS

• Moving Help. The Shank family will be moving within Leominster on Saturday, April 4. Some men are needed to help move several large items. If you can help, please call 978.235.3662.
• Apartments Available. Check the foyer bulletin board. Several in our church have apartments they need to rent.

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—3/22). For men, led by Jim Sullivan, Leominster.
  • In Line with the Word (Tuesdays, 6:30 PM). Led by Sally Dyer, Lunenburg.
  • Christians in Action (Tuesdays, 7:00 PM). Led by David and Laura Proietti, Sterling.
  • 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.
• THE TRUTH PROJECT
  • A new group is being held at the Leominster home of Jim and Arline Stith.
• ONCE-A-MONTH FELLOWSHIPS
  • 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.

TAKE THE LAND UPDATE

• Original Loan Amount:  $600,000
• Paid Down from Church Budget:  94,261
• Total Offerings, 6/07 - 3/09:  124,413
• Current Loan Balance:  381,326
• Avg. Monthly Offerings (last 6 mos.):  3,943
• Avg. Monthly Offerings (since 6/07):  5,760
• Expected payoff date for loan is March 2012.

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March 22, 2009 by PastorMark.

The Aramean commander Naaman had it all figured out. He had leprosy, but he was willing to obey God and go to the prophet Elisha. Naaman envisioned Elisha coming out to him, calling on God, waving his hand over the leprosy, and … healing him! However, Elisha didn’t even come out to meet him. He simply sent word to Naaman that he should dip in the Jordan River seven times and he would be healed. Naaman left in a rage. Why? His expectations of how God would heal him were different than God’s way. Thankfully, Naaman humbled himself and went to the Jordan where he experienced a miraculous healing. We must be careful that we don’t turn away from a blessing from God just because it comes in a different package than what we’re expecting. God may want to surprise you—if you are humble enough to receive.

Pastor Mark Boucher

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March 15, 2009 by PastorMark.

#342, The Call to Courage, Pastor Mark Boucher, Sunday 03-15-2009

Text: Joshua 1:6-9

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March 15, 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.

MARCH 15, 2009

• 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 Mark Boucher, “The Call to Courage” (Joshua 1:6-9)
• CHRISTIAN EDUCATION at 10:00 AM
  • There are Bible classes for all ages.
  • Pick up an overview of the spring 2009 quarter in the foyer.
• PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY, 1:00 PM, Pastor’s Office
  • You can join anytime. See Alice Stacy for more info.
• RESURRECTION CHOIR PRACTICE, 2:00 PM, Sanctuary
• YOUNG ADULT GROUP, 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.
• SUNDAY NIGHT DISCIPLESHIP, 6:15 PM, Fellowship Hall
  • Join us for coffee at 6:15 and then at 6:30 we’ll continue the discipleship series from The Beatitudes, worship together, and share requests and pray for one another. You can join at any time. All are welcome. Childcare is provided for young children.
• YOUTH MINISTRIES 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: Love your enemies (Matthew 5:43-48)

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, Exploring Personal Issues Series: Success (Psalm 1:1-3)
• THURSDAY
  • 9:30 AM  Women’s Study (Fellowship Hall)
  • 6:30 PM  Women’s Study (Fellowship Hall)
  • 6:30 PM  Women’s Divorce Recovery
• FRIDAY
  • Welcome Spring!
• SATURDAY
  • 7:00 PM  Prayer (Prayer Room)

UP AND COMING

• Child Dedication (March 29). If you desire to dedicate your child/children to the Lord, you can do so during the 11:00 AM service on March 29. Please fill out an application card (located at the Welcome Center), one per child, and turn it in at the Welcome Center or at the church office.
• Rejuvenate Women’s Retreat (April 24-26). This spring retreat will be held at Monadnock Bible Conference and Retreat Center. For more information or to register, please see Charline.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Office Angels Needed. The Hospitality Network (MIHN) is in need of some volunteer office help. Volunteers are needed to go to the day center office (196 Mechanic Street, Leominster) to answer the phone and do other duties to free up time for the staff for meetings, etc. If you have a block of time you could help out in the office (Tuesday afternoons, 12:00-4:00, for example), please call 978.840.9500 and ask for Claire. Training will be provided.

CHURCH FAMILY NEWS

• WE REJOICE with Pastor Darryl and Bobbie-Jo on the birth of their son, Judah Charles Anton Riehle, Tuesday, March 10, at 5:45 AM … weighing in at 8 lbs, 2 oz. He joins big brother Noah and sister Micah.

WAYS YOU CAN SERVE @ LAOG

• Church Nursery. Workers are needed for Sunday services. Please stop by the Nursery and speak with Rebecca Hanson.
• Church Worship Team. If interested or for more info, please see Pastor Rafael or call 978.534.1190, ext. 21.
• Bereavement Committee. Women and men are needed who would be available to set up, cook, or serve after funerals here at the church. See Charline Crocker.

SMALL GROUPS

• HOMETEAMS
  • Fliers for HomeTeams, home discipleship small groups, are located at the Welcome Center (directions included).
  • Seekers of Light—men (March 22, 3:00 PM). Led by Jim Sullivan, Leominster.
  • In Line with the Word (Tuesdays, 6:30 PM). Led by Sally Dyer, Lunenburg.
  • Christians in Action (Tuesdays, 7:00 PM). Led by David and Laura Proietti, Sterling.
  • 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.
• THE TRUTH PROJECT
  • A new group is being held at the Leominster home of Jim and Arline Stith.
• ONCE-A-MONTH FELLOWSHIPS
  • 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.

TAKE THE LAND UPDATE

• Original Loan Amount:  $600,000
• Paid Down from Church Budget:  94,261
• Total Offerings, 6/07 - 3/09:  123,185
• Current Loan Balance:  382,554
• Avg. Monthly Offerings (last 6 mos.):  3,815
• Avg. Monthly Offerings (since 6/07):  5,730
• Expected payoff date for loan is March 2012.

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March 15, 2009 by PastorMark.

Just before he died, King David wrote a last oracle–a poetic testimony of his life with final instructions. In this statement (2 Samuel 23:1-7), he referred to himself as “Israel’s singer of songs” (v. 1). David, the man after God’s heart, knew right to the end of his life the power of songs and of singing to the Lord. Music affects our soul. Our choice to embrace the songs of the Lord, rather than just those of the world, determines our closeness to God and the extent of our victory over evil. Music leads us in a certain direction. What are you listening to, and where do your songs lead you?

Pastor Mark Boucher

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March 8, 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.

MARCH 8, 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 together in Communion.
  • Pastor Harv Meppelink, “Spiritual Hunger” (Matthew 5:6)
• CHRISTIAN EDUCATION at 10:00 AM
  • There are Bible classes for all ages.
  • Pick up an overview of the spring 2009 quarter in the foyer.
• RESURRECTION SUNDAY CHOIR PRACTICE at 2:00 PM
  • Rehearsal is in the Sanctuary until 3:30.
• YOUNG ADULT GROUP, 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.
• SUNDAY NIGHT DISCIPLESHIP, 6:15 PM, Fellowship Hall
  • Join us for coffee at 6:15 and then at 6:30 we’ll continue the discipleship series from The Beatitudes, worship together, and share requests and pray for one another. You can join at any time. All are welcome. Childcare is provided for young children.
• YOUTH MINISTRIES 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: Can we fulfill the Law? (Matthew 5:17-42)

THIS WEEK

• MONDAY
  • 7:00 PM  Prayer (Prayer Room)
• TUESDAY
  • 6:30 PM  Prayer for Israel (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
  • New Series: Exploring Personal Issues
• THURSDAY
  • 9:30 AM  Women’s Study (Fellowship Hall)
  • 6:30 PM  Women’s Study (Fellowship Hall)
• SATURDAY
  • 9:00 AM  Revolutionary Parenting Simulcast
  • 7:00 PM  Prayer (Prayer Room)

UP AND COMING

• Prayer for Israel (March 10). This Tuesday we will join together to pray for Israel. Come on out as we gather in the Prayer Room at 6:30 PM.
• New Series Begins (March 11). This Wednesday night at 6:30 we begin a new series, “Exploring Personal issues,” by looking at what the Bible teaches about our attitude toward work.
• Child Dedication (March 29). If you desire to dedicate your child/children to the Lord, you can do so during the 11:00 AM service on March 29. Please fill out an application card (located at the Welcome Center), one per child, and turn it in at the Welcome Center or at the church office.
• Rejuvenate Women’s Retreat (April 24-26). This spring retreat will be held at Monadnock Bible Conference and Retreat Center. For more information or to register, please see Charline.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Office Angels Needed. The Hospitality Network (MIHN) is in need of some volunteer office help. Volunteers are needed to go to the day center office (196 Mechanic Street, Leominster) to answer the phone and do other duties to free up time for the staff for meetings, etc. If you have a block of time you could help out in the office (Tuesday afternoons, 12:00-4:00, for example), please call 978.840.9500 and ask for Claire. Training will be provided.

CHURCH FAMILY NEEDS

• Car Needed. If you have one or know of one at a reasonable price, please call Bob at 508.926.9911.
• Three-Bedroom Leominster Apartment Needed. Call the church office (978.534.1190) if you know of anything.

WAYS YOU CAN SERVE @ LAOG

• Church Nursery. Workers are needed for Sunday services. Please stop by the Nursery and speak with Rebecca Hanson.
• Church Worship Team. If interested or for more info, please see Pastor Rafael or call 978.534.1190, ext. 21.
• Bereavement Committee. Women and men are needed who would be available to set up, cook, or serve after funerals here at the church. See Charline Crocker.

SMALL GROUPS

• HOMETEAMS
  • Fliers for HomeTeams, home discipleship small groups, are located at the Welcome Center (directions included).
  • Seekers of Light—men (March 8 and 22, 3:00 PM). Led by Jim Sullivan, Leominster.
  • In Line with the Word (Tuesdays, 6:30 PM). Led by Sally Dyer, Lunenburg.
  • Christians in Action (Tuesdays, 7:00 PM). Led by David and Laura Proietti, Sterling
  • 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.
• THE TRUTH PROJECT
  • A new group is being held at the Leominster home of Jim and Arline Stith..
• ONCE-A-MONTH FELLOWSHIPS
  • 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.

TAKE THE LAND UPDATE

• Original Loan Amount:  $600,000
• Paid Down from Church Budget:  94,261
• Total Offerings, 6/07 - 3/09:  121,198
• Current Loan Balance:  384,541
• Avg. Monthly Offerings (last 6 mos.):  3,649
• Avg. Monthly Offerings (since 6/07):  5,509
• Expected payoff date for loan is March 2012.

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March 8, 2009 by PastorMark.

Eighteen of us from Leominster Assembly just returned from Israel this past Wednesday. Thanks for your prayers; God blessed us with good health and no transportation problems. Even more, He revealed amazing things to our hearts and eyes as we visited the places we read about in the Bible. My most special memory is visiting the hill just outside of the old wall of Jerusalem which, for centuries, God’s people have identified as the site of Jesus’ crucifixion. Today there is a church built over this hill, and I spent some time on our free day visiting this spot. After I knelt and touched the rock on this hill, I sat nearby worshiping and pondering the amazing sacrifice of Jesus for me … and for the whole world. It’s still all about Him!

Pastor Mark Boucher

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