Friday, April 22, 2011

Sunday Easter Gathering!

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

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!

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

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

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