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Communion Service: October 3
The Communion Service is a special time in the Seventh-day Adventist tradition to reflect on and commemorate Christ’s sacrificial death for us. It is also an opportunity to experience God’s grace, forgiveness, and peace anew. Communion is open to all believers and serves as an invitation to renew our commitment to Jesus as His followers and witnesses in the world. This gospel service includes the ordinance of foot washing (between Sabbath School and the Worship Service) and participation in the Lord’s Supper. The next Communion is October 3.
“This I Believe” Evangelistic Series: October 4-9
Our purpose for existence as a church in the Rockwood neighborhood is God’s mission, to “make disciples.” Our Sabbath worship and experience is about discipling. And in obedience to God’s mandate and accepting our calling to “grow disciples,” we will proclaim Jesus through our preaching ministry in October with a concentration of presentations scheduled for October 4-9. Pray for the proclamation of God’s Word and invite someone to the “This I Believe” evangelistic series.
Baptism: October 17
The baptism of adults (young people included) by immersion (placed under water) is a public confession of one’s decision to accept and follow Jesus for life and become part of His Church by joining a local congregation. This experience includes studying the Bible so people will understand the will of God for them. As part of the ongoing mission of our local church, a baptism is scheduled for the Sabbath of October 17, and you are invited to speak with the pastor if you wish to be part of this important step in becoming a disciple of Jesus.
Pathfinder Club: Special Community Outreach
A key ministry value of the Pathfinder Club is service, and this year, in November and December, the Pathfinders will be collecting food items for their annual Thanksgiving food baskets for families in need and thank-you gifts for the local Police and Fire Services before Christmas. Please speak with Nina Kight (Club Director) or call her on (503) 539-4250 if you want more information on the above community initiatives.
October: Evangelism Month
As a church, we have designated the month of October as a special time in the year to invite our friends and frequent contacts to an experience with Jesus, The Way. Invite them to our Sabbath worship, including the Communion Service on October 3, the Community Luncheon on October 10, and the Baptism on October 17. In addition to the above Sabbath specials, we also have a week (October 4-9) of exploration into our beliefs as Seventh-day Adventist Christians in the series, “This I Believe.” Share the flyer with someone and start talking about these spiritual highlights in October.