Statistically speaking, the months of June, July and August are three of the busiest months of the year for weddings. Reception halls are booked, pastors are busy, and florists and bakers love the business.
This also means it is anniversary season for many. With that in mind, we desire to invest in your "Marriage Covenant" by offering Paul Tripp's fabulous "What did You Expect?' A class on Redeeming the Realities of Marriage led by John and Marianna Cipolla.
The sessions will be offered on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday evening beginning in July. I am currently reading the book and have watched video clips. I guarantee you will experience honest, real and forthright content unlike anything you may have participated in before.
So, Invite your friends and come join the journey as we celebrate our strengths and have an authentic discussion about the illusions and realities of marriage.
rgh
Friday, June 24, 2011
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Last Sunday and This Sunday
Greeeeeetings Saints,
Absolutely excited to share with everyone that we were able make a $1200.00 donation to Samaritan Purse for Joplin, Missouri disaster relief today. We added a little from the general fund to round up the total giving amount. Shout!
Since summer has arrived, families are now embarking on well deserved vacations. Beginning this Sunday, folk will be going and coming for a season. Along with that, we have our missional team members heading to Honduras on Saturday. With all that in mind, we thought it best to forego this months "Love Feast" and focus on a special outdoor event in July. We are talking serious Love Feast Celebration!
Also, I will wait to implement the announced Q&A message for this week since it involves some doctrinal issues that would best be served when we are all back together.
Soooooooo, if you are not on vacation, remember to prioritize celebrating The Lord's Day this Sunday with like minded Christ Followers at "The Gathering."
rgh
Absolutely excited to share with everyone that we were able make a $1200.00 donation to Samaritan Purse for Joplin, Missouri disaster relief today. We added a little from the general fund to round up the total giving amount. Shout!
Since summer has arrived, families are now embarking on well deserved vacations. Beginning this Sunday, folk will be going and coming for a season. Along with that, we have our missional team members heading to Honduras on Saturday. With all that in mind, we thought it best to forego this months "Love Feast" and focus on a special outdoor event in July. We are talking serious Love Feast Celebration!
Also, I will wait to implement the announced Q&A message for this week since it involves some doctrinal issues that would best be served when we are all back together.
Soooooooo, if you are not on vacation, remember to prioritize celebrating The Lord's Day this Sunday with like minded Christ Followers at "The Gathering."
rgh
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
NEWS FLASH! NEWS FLASH! NEWS FLASH!
Greetings Saints,
Thought it might be helpful if we alerted everyone that we will be
interrupting our"Study in Ephesians" series for the next couple of
weeks.
>This Sunday we intend to address the outbreak of weather related
catastrophe's in the form of hundreds of tornadoes and severe flooding
occurring across America.
The subject matter directly involves the "Sovereignty of God" and his
providential care of his creation. In other words, where is God in all
of this pain,destruction,and loss of life?
> Next Sunday June 5th, appropriate to the occasion of our post assembly
"Love Feast", we will minister from a "question and answer" format.
Here are some of the questions and topics we intend to address.
Please forward questions you may have been wrestling with as well.
* What is blasphemy of the Holy Spirit?
* Is Lust equal to adultery and therefore grounds for a divorce?
* Is there a sin unto death and how does it happen?
* Why do we use the term "father" when Jesus said call no man father?
As you already know, these plans are subordinate to Christ Ruling Lordship
and are therefore qualified with a robust "TLW!"!
Enjoy your week!
rgh
Thought it might be helpful if we alerted everyone that we will be
interrupting our"Study in Ephesians" series for the next couple of
weeks.
>This Sunday we intend to address the outbreak of weather related
catastrophe's in the form of hundreds of tornadoes and severe flooding
occurring across America.
The subject matter directly involves the "Sovereignty of God" and his
providential care of his creation. In other words, where is God in all
of this pain,destruction,and loss of life?
> Next Sunday June 5th, appropriate to the occasion of our post assembly
"Love Feast", we will minister from a "question and answer" format.
Here are some of the questions and topics we intend to address.
Please forward questions you may have been wrestling with as well.
* What is blasphemy of the Holy Spirit?
* Is Lust equal to adultery and therefore grounds for a divorce?
* Is there a sin unto death and how does it happen?
* Why do we use the term "father" when Jesus said call no man father?
As you already know, these plans are subordinate to Christ Ruling Lordship
and are therefore qualified with a robust "TLW!"!
Enjoy your week!
rgh
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
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!
>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
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