Kingdom Greetings,
I am sure we all are reflecting upon the significance of this
holy week,and the coming celebration this Sunday of the
Resurrection of Christ!
This is the most important event that the church as family celebrates
together. While I am sure we will all be in attendance, consider that
"Lifeway Research" reveals that 56% of Americans say they would
attend an Easter Church Service if invited by a friend.
So, I implore each one of you to invite a friend, family
member, or co-worker to join with us this Sunday, as we"showcase"
the Glorious Christ who redeemed from our sins!
Finally, Click on this brief clip and see why it is Good Friday!
http://www.worshiphousemedia.com/mini-movies/23512/Good-Friday
richard g.hanner
Friday, April 22, 2011
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Update,Request and Announcements
Greetings Saints,
>UPDATE:
We enjoyed our new time for Wednesday evening sessions and our first
"simple dinner" together. Table fellowship begins at 6:00pm, teaching at
6:30 and dismiss by 7:30pm. Loved it!
>REQUEST:
Parents are kindly asked to refrain from allowing children to "chew gum"
in the facility.[Would be even better if all the parents modeled this requests].
We now have two splotches on the carpet and really appreciate everyone
assisting with stewardship of the home forThe Gathering.
>ANNOUNCEMENTS:
*The the ladies will be pleased to know that we are rescheduling the Love
Feast for this Sunday. Since there is opportunity each Wednesday
evening for relational "one anothering",we will now celebrate our Love
Feast Celebration once a month-on the first Sunday of each month.
The next feast is scheduled for May 1st.Can anyone say,"Italian?"
Can I get a witness!
*Also, note that The Gathering financial information is being posted on the
bulletin board in the kitchen along with missions and other correspondence.
Shout!
>UPDATE:
We enjoyed our new time for Wednesday evening sessions and our first
"simple dinner" together. Table fellowship begins at 6:00pm, teaching at
6:30 and dismiss by 7:30pm. Loved it!
>REQUEST:
Parents are kindly asked to refrain from allowing children to "chew gum"
in the facility.[Would be even better if all the parents modeled this requests].
We now have two splotches on the carpet and really appreciate everyone
assisting with stewardship of the home forThe Gathering.
>ANNOUNCEMENTS:
*The the ladies will be pleased to know that we are rescheduling the Love
Feast for this Sunday. Since there is opportunity each Wednesday
evening for relational "one anothering",we will now celebrate our Love
Feast Celebration once a month-on the first Sunday of each month.
The next feast is scheduled for May 1st.Can anyone say,"Italian?"
Can I get a witness!
*Also, note that The Gathering financial information is being posted on the
bulletin board in the kitchen along with missions and other correspondence.
Shout!
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Update During Spring Break
Greetings Saints,
You will be pleased to know that after reviewing the response we
received concerning Wednesday evenings, the following
enhancements are being implemented in order to make
it much more feasible for everyone to participate.
Many who regularly attend Wednesday evenings live outside
LaGrange, drive in to work, then return home,only to drive back
to LaGrange for the evening teachings. This reality is even more
burdensome for those with school age children and the difficulty
is further compounded by increasing gas prices.
With sensitivity to these issues, the following features will be
implemented next Wednesday April 13th.
1."The Gathering" will provide a simple meal at 6 pm.
The objective is to make it easy to leave work,bring the children
and enjoy a fellowship meal together.
> sign up will be necessary in order to ensure adequate food.
> signing up means showing up.
> so no"maybe or possibly" please.
2.The teaching session will begin "approximately" at 6:30 pm
>we will conclude by 7:30 pm.
>Remember, we are "organic body" rather than "static institution".
>So come as you are, enjoy the "family" dynamic, share a meal
and worshipfully engage the sacred scripture together.
For The Kings Honor!
rgh
You will be pleased to know that after reviewing the response we
received concerning Wednesday evenings, the following
enhancements are being implemented in order to make
it much more feasible for everyone to participate.
Many who regularly attend Wednesday evenings live outside
LaGrange, drive in to work, then return home,only to drive back
to LaGrange for the evening teachings. This reality is even more
burdensome for those with school age children and the difficulty
is further compounded by increasing gas prices.
With sensitivity to these issues, the following features will be
implemented next Wednesday April 13th.
1."The Gathering" will provide a simple meal at 6 pm.
The objective is to make it easy to leave work,bring the children
and enjoy a fellowship meal together.
> sign up will be necessary in order to ensure adequate food.
> signing up means showing up.
> so no"maybe or possibly" please.
2.The teaching session will begin "approximately" at 6:30 pm
>we will conclude by 7:30 pm.
>Remember, we are "organic body" rather than "static institution".
>So come as you are, enjoy the "family" dynamic, share a meal
and worshipfully engage the sacred scripture together.
For The Kings Honor!
rgh
Friday, April 1, 2011
Sunday Morning Abbreviation
We are modifying "The Gathering" this Sunday Morning
with a hearty"love feast breakfast"as we enjoy table
fellowship beginning at 10:30am. Coffee, juice,
ham-sausage-egg biscuits, fruit and donuts
will be provided!
In order to provide ample time for "one anothering",we will
abbreviate ourtime of active worship, biblical exhortation
and conclude with the communion of Eucharistic Celebration.
Our objective is to provide a relational context for Christ centered
joy, robust laughter, and wholesome bantering in the context of
relational covenant with Christ and with each other.Casual dress
will be most appropriate.
In order to provide ample portions, may I kindly request that
everyone promptly respond via text or email with the total number
of how many in your family will be attending.
Men and Ladies are requested to please arrive sufficiently early to
assist with set up and preparation.
For The Kings Honor!
rgh
rghanner@gmail.com
with a hearty"love feast breakfast"as we enjoy table
fellowship beginning at 10:30am. Coffee, juice,
ham-sausage-egg biscuits, fruit and donuts
will be provided!
In order to provide ample time for "one anothering",we will
abbreviate ourtime of active worship, biblical exhortation
and conclude with the communion of Eucharistic Celebration.
Our objective is to provide a relational context for Christ centered
joy, robust laughter, and wholesome bantering in the context of
relational covenant with Christ and with each other.Casual dress
will be most appropriate.
In order to provide ample portions, may I kindly request that
everyone promptly respond via text or email with the total number
of how many in your family will be attending.
Men and Ladies are requested to please arrive sufficiently early to
assist with set up and preparation.
For The Kings Honor!
rgh
rghanner@gmail.com
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Love Feast and Honduras Outreach
Greeting Saints,
As previously announced, our Love Feast celebration has been moved
to Sunday the 27th and will be held in the LCS cafeteria to support the
Honduras missional team which Angelina,Sharon and Regina are excited
participants.
John and Marianna Cipolla will be preparing some fine Italian Cuisine for
everyone to enjoy! My! My! My!
Since The Gathering is underwriting the event for our congregants,a basket
will be provided provided for those desiring to personally contribute toward
the outreach above our corporate investment. Please make checks payable
to LCS.
Shout!
rgh
.
As previously announced, our Love Feast celebration has been moved
to Sunday the 27th and will be held in the LCS cafeteria to support the
Honduras missional team which Angelina,Sharon and Regina are excited
participants.
John and Marianna Cipolla will be preparing some fine Italian Cuisine for
everyone to enjoy! My! My! My!
Since The Gathering is underwriting the event for our congregants,a basket
will be provided provided for those desiring to personally contribute toward
the outreach above our corporate investment. Please make checks payable
to LCS.
Shout!
rgh
.
Friday, February 25, 2011
Love Based Etiquette For The Gathering
Kingdom Greetings!
After a Seafaring Conference with the Redeemed Family of Ministers,
I am truly anticipating our time together this Sunday.
Now that we are purposefully endeavoring to invite family, friends
and other guests to experience Christ in our Gatherings, it is
essential that we consciously implement "love based hospitality
practices" that are biblically informed.
Kindly review and adhere to the following "etiquette" regarding cell
phone usage when we are assembled together for worship:
1. Please turn off or mute all cell phones in reverence of The Gathering. For rare occasions that may warrant cell phone usage, discretely move outdoors before attempting to engage in conversation. Even then, modulate your voice and speak softly in order to keep the conversation private.
2. Be lovingly courteous and relationally considerate of others, by refraining from cellular "texting" during the sacred gathering. Not only is it deemed unloving, rude and ill mannered, but such activity is the cause for others to experience double minded distraction.
*James 2:7-8
A Double minded person is unable to receive anything from the Lord.
*1 Corinthians 13:5
Love has manners, isn't rude, nor does it insist on it's on rights
*Romans 12:10
Show honor to others by preferring their welfare above your own
For the Kings Honor!
rgh
After a Seafaring Conference with the Redeemed Family of Ministers,
I am truly anticipating our time together this Sunday.
Now that we are purposefully endeavoring to invite family, friends
and other guests to experience Christ in our Gatherings, it is
essential that we consciously implement "love based hospitality
practices" that are biblically informed.
Kindly review and adhere to the following "etiquette" regarding cell
phone usage when we are assembled together for worship:
1. Please turn off or mute all cell phones in reverence of The Gathering. For rare occasions that may warrant cell phone usage, discretely move outdoors before attempting to engage in conversation. Even then, modulate your voice and speak softly in order to keep the conversation private.
2. Be lovingly courteous and relationally considerate of others, by refraining from cellular "texting" during the sacred gathering. Not only is it deemed unloving, rude and ill mannered, but such activity is the cause for others to experience double minded distraction.
*James 2:7-8
A Double minded person is unable to receive anything from the Lord.
*1 Corinthians 13:5
Love has manners, isn't rude, nor does it insist on it's on rights
*Romans 12:10
Show honor to others by preferring their welfare above your own
For the Kings Honor!
rgh
Monday, January 3, 2011
Wednesday Night Family Meeting
A kind reminder that we are coming together for a congregational
" family meeting" this Wednesday evening 7pm at our new location.
I sincerely encourage all attendees to join us for this relational and
informational gathering.
The objectives for this relational time together:
>> communicate,communicate,communicate
>> provide transparency in all area's of ministry
>> allow a format for questions and answers
>> express genuine care for the flock
Sampling of topics for discussion:
> Do we have a future?............ [question of mission]
> What are our objectives.........[question of vision]
> Who are the leaders?.............[question of government]
> How are we funded?..............[question of finances]
" family meeting" this Wednesday evening 7pm at our new location.
I sincerely encourage all attendees to join us for this relational and
informational gathering.
The objectives for this relational time together:
>> communicate,communicate,communicate
>> provide transparency in all area's of ministry
>> allow a format for questions and answers
>> express genuine care for the flock
Sampling of topics for discussion:
> Do we have a future?............ [question of mission]
> What are our objectives.........[question of vision]
> Who are the leaders?.............[question of government]
> How are we funded?..............[question of finances]
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