Welcome...

Apison Seventh-day Adventist Church

...to the little church with a big heart.

11421 Bates Road, Apison, Tennessee 37302

Our mission is to be a family of believers that Know Jesus, Love People, and Treasure Truth

Sabbath School Morning Praise Sabbath Praise ~ 9:00-9:30 Sabbath School Superintendent Special Feature Class Study ~ 9:30-10:45

Elizabeth Lefew and Group Beth Scott Valerie Lee

Worship Service Sabbath, January 16, 2016

Children & Adult Sabbath School Classes Potter's Class ~ Library SS Lesson Study ~ Sanctuary Collegiate and Young Adults ~ Bible Study application discussion ~ Upstairs Life Application of the SS lesson quarterly ~ Across the hall from the Sanctuary Discipleship Group ~ Kitchen, across the hall from the Sanctuary st SS Lesson Study ~ Down the hall on left, just past the double doors; 1 classroom st Cradle Roll (ages B-3) ~ Through double doors, follow hallway to right; 1 door on left nd Kindergarten (ages 4-6/grades K-1) ~ Through double doors, follow hallway; 2 door rd Primary (ages 7-9/grades 2-4) ~ Through double doors, follow hallway, 3 door on left st Juniors (ages 10-12/grades 5-7) ~ Downstairs; 1 door on left Earliteen (ages 13-15/grades 8-10) ~ Downstairs, follow hallway then last door on left

Calendar of Events Today

Following Service Mother’s and Father’s Prayer Group Following service ~ LCA Gym Fellowship Lunch 2:30 pm Religious Liberty Seminar 3:30 pm LCA Gym Pathfinder Activity & Lock In Sunday 8:30 am Prayer Group 7:00 pm Apison Behavioral Health Men’s Group Monday 7:00 pm Church Board Meeting Tuesday 10:30 am “The Desire of Ages” Prayer & Praise Group 8:00 pm Bulletin Info Deadline Wednesday 7:00 pm Prayer Meeting 6:30 pm Pathfinder Meeting Friday 3:30 pm Junior Honors Weekend & Teen Activity Next Sabbath: 8:00 am Prayer Group Speaker Pastor Brian Burgess

Church Needs

Budgeted

Church Budget for December LCA Financial Aid for 2015-16 School Year Church Capital Improvement December

$13,000 $15,000

Received

The celebration of the Sabbath ends tonight at 5:51pm And begins again next Friday at 5:57pm

$18,009 $10,152 $4,695

Songs of Praise

Lonny Byrd & Jesse Radamacher

Announcements

Mark Sargeant

Call to Worship Song

No. 694

Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow Prayer of Invocation

Glen Wintermeyer

Welcome and Call to Worship

Glen Wintermeyer

Out of the Saltshaker

Jim Purple

Gifts of Worship

Local Church Budget

Janet Seebeck

Offertory Children’s Story

Greg Williams

Scripture Reading

Psalm 40: 6 - 8

Invitation to Prayer

Matthew Raney

Heavenly Father, Hear Our Prayer

No. 658

Worship in Prayer

Dalton Athey

Special Music

Heather Ford

Worship in Word

Commandments on Display

Hymn of Response

Sound the Battle Cry

Kevin James No.614

Benediction

Kevin James

Postlude

We’ll Share This Hope

Pianist: Nancy Patton

No. 214 Organist: Jeanie Hair

Media Services Tech: Larry Cowan

PRAISE GOD FROM WHOM ALL BLESSINGS FLOW Praise God from Whom all blessings flow; Praise Him all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. HEAVENLY FATHER, HEAR OUR PRAYER Heavenly Father, hear our prayers As we bow before You; Bless us in our worship today, Humbly, we implore You. Be our guide in all endeavors, Be our hope that nothing severs; PLEASE KNEEL Constant source of love divine, Let Your love within us shine.

Here to Serve Pastor ....................................... Brian Burgess .................. [email protected] .......................................................... Or ..................................... (423) 637-9412 Head Elder ............................. Eric Schoonard ........................... (423) 504-0661 Head Deacon ............................Barry Becker ............................. (423) 505-6415 Head Deaconess ....................... Shirley Long ............................. (423) 605-1120 Church Clerk .......................... Martha Dutterer .......................... (423) 503-4498 Treasurer .....................................Karla Reel ........................................................ .......................................................... Or ................. [email protected] School Principal ................... Nancy Zima-Gentry ....................... (423) 902-3883 School Treasurer .................... Reggie Thomas .......................... (423) 244-7825 Church Office ..................................... ....................................... (423) 236-4214 Church Secretary ..................... Lisa Jennings ................ [email protected] Church School ..................................... ....................................... (423) 236-4926 Bulletin Editor .......................... Christy Beason ........................... (423) 774.4717 Bulletin Info Deadline Tuesday 8pm .... ...................... [email protected] Church Website ................................... ........................... www.apisonchurch.org

Bring food to share and visit with family and friends. In lieu of gifts, please send a donation to the LCA School, in her honor. Info, call 423/236-4500.

Apison Church Notices A WELCOME TO OUR VISITORS! We're happy to have you worship with us today. If we can help you in any way, please see Head Elder, Eric Schoonard, or Resource Elder, Dan Seebeck.

Birthday Celebration ~ You are invited to come celebrate, Anita McGrath's mother, Audrey Schanke's 90th Birthday, on January 24, 2016, from 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm (come and go) in the Fellowship Room.

Today ~ All visitors are invited to our Church Family Fellowship Meal in the LCA Gym, immediately following the service.

Church Board Meeting ~ this month we are moving the board meeting to 4th Monday night to allow our new treasurer extra time to close the books for the month/year & provide more accurate reports to the Finance Comm. & Church Board.

Church Officers ~ 2nd Reading ~ Janet Burke to serve in Primary Division William Dean to serve as Assistant Treasurer for LCA School Heather Ford to serve as assistant leader for the primary class Lizette Williams-Marlow to serve as an adult Sabbath school teacher

Jeff Hunt In Concert ~ Tuesday, Jan 26th at 7 pm. Jeff is an International Award winning Singer/Song Writer, former member of The Heritage Singers and 3ABN vocalist. Come enjoy Jeff’s music, humor, passion and insights into the Christian walk.

Prayer Requests ~ Archer Elmendorf family as they mourn his loss, please pray for comfort and peace during this time of grief.

Prayer Conference ~ featured speaker Pavel Goia, from Romania, Feb 19-21, at Cohutta Springs. Want to grow in your prayer life, learn to commune with God and experience the transforming power of a walk with God. Early Bird Deadline: Jan 25 www.gccsda.com/events/prayerconference2016 or contact Virginia Holley.

Intercession for one another’s burdens is so important. If you have a prayer request, please see the Head Elder, Resource Elder or email [email protected] Healing ~ Leonard Thomas had surgery this past week, remember him as he heals. Special Needs ~ Prison Ministry ~ addresses on the Bulletin Board for fellow members in prison. Encourage them with cards. BIG THANK YOU ~ the Prison Ministry team thanks all who donated items or money or signed cards for the Silverdale Christmas packets. Our Pathfinders assembled 130 packets with goodies and holiday cheer for those who were away from friends and family at Christmas. Please pray these messages of hope will reap souls for God’s kingdom. Mother’s & Father’s Prayer Group ~ will meet today, following the Church Service, in the Mother’s room. See Nancy Patton or June Paynter for more info. Religious Liberty Seminar ~ It’s a Wild, Wild Word, Christ Above the Chaos with Kevin James around 2:30 pm after the Fellowship Meal. How We Love Seminar ~ no seminar this week. Men ~ Join us in "The War Room". Review battle strategies from God's Word; learn how to fight the enemy and live in victory over sin. Join us and become a fellow soldier on active duty for Christ. Sunday’s, 7 pm, Apison Behavioral Center, 11014 Apison Pike. Birthday Celebration ~ Mildred Ward, Susan Nielsen's mother, is celebrating her 90th birthday tomorrow, Sunday, Jan 17 at 1 pm in the Church Fellowship Room.

Biblical Prescriptions for Life Program ~ by Dr James Marcum on January 30th, 25pm at the ICCM Theatre. It focuses on why we are sick, how to make changes and the evidence for worship. Register at BiblicalPrescriptions.com or see Martha Dutterer. Partnering for Eternity Program ~ Is there someone in your neighborhood or a church member you know of who is lonely and can't get out much? We are blessed to have the Partnering for Eternity Program at LCA and many students who would like to visit weekly with mentors who could benefit from their help and friendship. Suggestions, call Lisa at the school with names and contact info. SS Investment Label Program ~ Atlantic Natural Foods is changing its UPC label policy. The 4th quarter 2015 report is our last chance to get the funds for our UPC's for SS Investment. The deadline is January 31 for those reports to be completed, filled, out, & mailed to the Conference. After that, the money will be retained by the Conference for a worthwhile project yet to be decided. For more information, contact Penny White. Youth Vespers ~ Sabbath, Feb 13 @ 5:30 pm. Contact Tori Beason for details. Reversing Diabetes Program ~ hosted by the Apison Health Ministries Department begins Thursday, Feb 25th – Mar, 31st, meeting each Thursday evening here at the church. Info or to pre-register, Catherine Hustad 423-667-0914 or Martha Dutterer 423503-4498.

Contact Information ~ have you had changes to your address, phone number, email, your name or have an addition to your family? Please contact our church clerk, Martha Dutterer, at 423-503-4498 to update your information for our directory :-)

Financial Peace University ~ Wed evenings, Jan. 20th - March 16th, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. at the McDonald Road Church. To register or find out materials cost call James or Donna Ehrlich 423-779-4731.

Area Announcements Blueprint for Men Symposium ~ you’re invited to join us this afternoon, January 16 from 3-6 pm at SAU’s Hulsey Wellness Center amphitheater. The afternoon features a variety of outstanding speakers, interactive panel discussions and more; all designed to address major issues that guys commonly face. Join us as the group explores biblical solutions for becoming authentic Godly men. To learn more, visit www.blueprintformen.org or contact Marty Miller (423) 322-8491. Laura Williams in concert ~ this evening, January 16th, 2016, 5 pm at the McDonald Road Church. Laura has sung with ministries such as Amazing Facts, Voice of Prophecy, ASI 2015, GYC 2015. Join us for this musical Vespers. Ethan McGrath in Concert ~ tomorrow, Jan. 17 at 3:00pm at Brainerd Presbyterian Church, 1624 Jenkins Rd. The concert is free and will feature favorite classical pieces as well as recently composed pieces by Ethan. For more information, call 423-883-9214. Amateur Radio License Class ~ Wed. evenings at 7 pm at the McDonald Road SDA Church beginning Jan 20 for 6 weeks. Attendees will be studying for the entry-level license, Technician. Class is free, but there is a fee for the textbook & FCC testing fee. To register, call Jim Hoffer, [email protected] or706-301-8897. Sunshine Bands ~ of music, ministry and friendship are welcome at The Lantern of Collegedale on Sabbath afternoons on the 2nd and 4th Sabbaths of the month at 3:00 p.m.

Messy Church At Bowman Hills ~ Winter has arrived and with it the doldrums of being cooped up by cold weather. Well, cheer up!!! Messy Church is a wonderful opportunity to get out of the house and enjoy an evening of fellowship, food, and fun. Mark your calendar for next Saturday night, January 23 from 6:00 - 8:30 pm and plan to gather with friends in the warmth of friendship. This is an evangelistic outreach, so invite your neighbors, family, Bible study interests, & friends to join us in worship and praise, breaking bread together, and play. If you have an interest in helping, or have any questions, call Pam Lassiter (423) 472-2787. Looking forward to seeing you there!! SonRise Auditions ~ for main cast of SonRise, Collegedale Church’s walk-through resurrection pageant, will be held January 25-28 in the evenings. Auditioned parts include Jesus (6), Mary Magdalene (6), John (6), Salome (6), Peter (6), Mary Mother of Jesus (2), Satan at Gethsemane (1), Gabriel at Gethsemane (1), Pilate (1), Thieves on the Cross (2), Satan at Resurrection (1), Gabriel at Resurrection (1), and a vocalist at Crucifixion. Cast application and audition info is available under the Audition tab at www.comeseejesus.com. To schedule an audition or for more info, email [email protected] Questions or No internet access?, call (678) 314-1011 for more info. SAU’s School of Nursing ~ welcomes Dr. David DeRose presenting “Strategies for Optimizing Mental Performance, Naturally.” February 16, 2016 8:30 AM – 12 Noon for Nurses (obtain 3 CEU’s) and 7 pm open to the public at the Collegedale SDA Church. Natural methods to lower blood pressure; for info or to register for CEU’s, Linda [email protected] or (423) 236-2155.

Support the Samaritan Center ~ with your grocery bags! Our stores use 800 - 1000 plastic bags every day and are always running low. Exec Dir. Tony Dahlberg invites you to make a habit of "giving your baggage to the Lord, and your plastic bags to us!"