FAMILY UPDATESSERMON NOTES

SHARING GOD’S LOVE TO TRANSFORM PEOPLE INTO FULLY DEVOTED FOLLOWERS OF CHRIST

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The monthly Prayer List is available at Information Central and on the Greeters’ Stations.

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Baptisms: We rejoice with...

Kylee Blau, an OC student, who was baptized Sunday, April 14.

Judah Salisbury, son of Jared & Amanda Salisbury, who was baptized Sunday, April 14.

Jacob Touchstone, who was baptized Monday, April 15.

Lori Jobe, Leslie Anne Marquez, Chrissy Miller, Gary Griffin, Steven Ivory, and Christopher Scott, who were all baptized Saturday, April 13, at the Oklahoma County Jail.

Hospitalized:Gladys Burcham is in skilled nursing at Bradford Village, #113.

Kay Elder is in Mercy Rehab, #340.

Prayer Requests:Cheryl Bode responded to the invitation last Sunday requesting prayers for the possibility of returning to medical mission work in Tanzania.

Our Sympathy is extended to...

The Kevin Wood family on the death of Christie’s mother, Diane Coleman, Friday, April 12.

Donna Knight and the Rich McClanahan family on the death of Donna’s husband and Renai’s father, Bill Knight, Monday, April 15.

Dennis Worden on the death of his mother, Helen Worden, Thursday, April 18, in California.

Shower:Bridal Shower for Danielle Jackson will be next Sunday, April 28, 2-3:30 p.m., in the Parlor. She is registered at Target, Bed Bath & Beyond, and Amazon.

Thank You:"We are grateful for your many expressions of sympathy to our family following the recent death of Dean's dad. Your cards, calls, texts, and words have encouraged us deeply. Warren Bryce was a godly man who lived to be 92 years old and leaves a godly legacy." Blessings, Dean & Jeanine Bryce & all the family

Other News:Camp Rock Creek Cleaning Supply Drive: Camp Rock Creek is a campground in Norman where we hold our Inside Out summer camps every year. In order to help maintain their grounds, we are collecting cleaning supplies including: Pine Sol, scented kitchen trash bags, new brooms, Clorox wipes (large containers), 42-gallon heavy-duty contractor trash bags, antibacterial hand soap (in dispensers). Please drop off these items in the boxes located near Information Central.

QUESTIONS FOR DISCUSSION AT HOME OR IN QGROUP

1. What are two events from history that you wish you could have been out?

2. What are three stories from scripture you wish you could have been at?

3. What are some reasons you think faith is hard?

4. What role does confidence play in your life? Where do you wish you had more of it?

What we have received is not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, so that we may understand what God has freely given us (1 Corinthians 2:12).

Faith is ___________.

An eyewitness ____________________ you.

And if the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, he who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies because of his Spirit who lives in you (Romans 8:11).

We're so happy you joined us today! Whether you have been here for years or today is your first time, we’re glad to have you with us. Please know from the get-go that you have already been prayed for before you walked through the doors today. Whether you bring with you burdens or blessings, we hope you can offer them to God as we celebrate the resurrection of His Son.

We are a mission-minded, Bible-believing, children-developing, intergenerational church. We’d love to make our church family your church family. If you’d like to learn more about Memorial Road, please visit First Cup during 9:35 Bible class this morning It’s located off the hallway just north of the main auditorium. Glad to have you with us!

A TIME FOR OUR GUESTS TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR CHURCH FAMILY AND TAKE THE NEXT STEPS AT MRCCEVERY SUNDAY MORNING AT 9:35 IN THE PARLOR (ROOM A114)

MEETING SCHEDULESUNDAYWorship ................ 8:15 & 10:45 a.m.Bible Class ......................... 9:35 a.m.First Cup ............................. 9:35 a.m.a time for guests to learn about MRCC

Evening Worship ............ 5:00 p.m.Capitol Hill ........................ 4:00 p.m.2801 S. Robinson Ave, OKC, OK, 73109

QGroups ..................... various timesvisit mrcc.org/QGroups to learn more

WEDNESDAYEarly Bird Bible Class ..... 5:15 p.m.Bible Class | all ages ....... 7:00 p.m.

MINISTRY UPDATEST O DAY

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Baptisms in 2019 ......................47

Sunday, April 14

Bible Class ............................. 1770A.M. Worship ........................ 2205P.M. Worship ..................................512QGroups .........................................279MRCC Capitol Hill Volunteers ......17P.M. Total ................................. 808

Wednesday, April 17

Bible Class .............................. 1128

Weekly Budget ................ $106,764Avg Weekly Offering ....$104,005YTD Budget Deficit ..........$41,397

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April 21 | 2 p.m. Edmond Church of Christ

April 28 | 2 p.m. Edmond Church of Christ

Teal Creek Worship

4 p.m. | bill.luttrell@oc.edu

Tealridge Assisted Living Worship

Elders Available:Barry Perkins and Max Popewill be available in the Conference Room for consultation following 5 p.m. worship.

UPCOMING EVENTSApril21Bloodmobile, 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., North Parking Lot

22SWAG Tex-Mex Night, 6-8 p.m., F.C.

28Outreach Day at Johnnie’s

Spring Food Drive

Bridal Shower for Danielle Jackson, 2-3:30 p.m., Parlor.

29From Chore to Core Ladies Event, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., F.C.

May2Sonshine School Program, 6:30 p.m., Auditorium

5Heartbeat for Hope Day at Johnnie’s

International Worship, 11 a.m., A105/6

International Potluck, 12 p.m., Gym

50th Anniversary Reception for John & Connie Maple, 2-4 p.m., F.C.

Bridal Shower for Brennan Mitchell, 2-3:30 p.m., Beverly North’s

Threads of Compassion, 2 p.m., A123

7Mother/Son Western BBQ, 6:30 p.m., F.C

12Mother's Day

World Bible School Day at Johnnie’s

13NEST for Widows, 7 p.m., A105/6

14Men’s Prayer Breakfast, 6:45 a.m., F.C.

16Quilting Connection Group, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. (come-and-go), S1

If you’d like to learn more about all of MRCC’s ministries and the various ways you can serve in them, please pick up a copy of “Ministry Opportunities” at Ministry Central in the main lobby.

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Cimarron Shuttle: April 24, Cimarron students—look for church vans in the Pepperdine cul-de-sac after school for a ride to church/hangout; invite friends!

Jr. High Pick-Me-Up: April 24, for Kingfisher. Look for the MRCC church van in the school parking lot. If you plan to come, let Kurtis know (kurtis.dobbs@mrcc.org).

Wednesday Hangout & Dinner: April 24, Dinner (Lasagna); cost $3/person at 5:30 p.m. (lounge opens at 2:30 p.m.).

Huddles: Groups meet April 24. Jr. High at 7 p.m. in Summit; HS at 6:30 p.m. in designated homes.

SWAG Tex-Mex Night is tomorrow at 6 p.m. in Fellowship Central for those who signed up. Contact Carolyn Donaghey at 479-841-0390 for more info.

From Chore to Core: Discover how daily spiritual, mental, and physical disciplines can shift from being a CHORE to the CORE of who you are. Join us Monday, April 29, 6:30-8:30 p.m., with speaker Elizabeth Mullins and breakout classes (choose two from Body & Soul Fitness, Chair Exercise for Seniors, Christian Meditation, How to Work Out at Home, Mindset & Mobility, Naturally Healthy Eating, Yin Yoga, and Yoga 101). Register at Ministry Central or mrcc.org/women. No charge to attend.

Journey Land needs ONE Sunday morning teacher for the next rotation (4/21-5/26). 1st & 2nd grade puppet room. If you can help, please email Amy.Scott@mrcc.org.

MUG SOMEONE TODAY! Members, don’t forget to stop by Information Central after worship to see if there are any mugs you can deliver today.

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support GroupOne in ten people over age 65 live with Alzheimer's dementia. Statistics indicate that in the next 25 years most of us will be immediately affected by this disease among those we love. The Care & Counseling Ministry is exploring offering a new support group for caregivers of a loved one with Alzheimer's. As we explore the details of this potential support group, we are seeking facilitators to lead a once- or twice-a-month support group, and we're curious to know the level of interest in participating in such a support group at MRCC. If you are interested in facilitating or participating, or have questions, please e-mail Jenny.Jones@mrcc.org.

Children's Bible Hour & Worship NurseriesCreation Station (Bible hour for kids three years through kindergarten) meets in P100 during 10:45 worship. Children are dismissed prior to the sermon. Nurseries for infants (0-16 months) and toddlers (17-36 months) are available during both morning services. Located across from Information Central.

Kingdom Growth in ViennaHow can you tell what God is going to do with a decision that you are making right now? I‘m here to tell you that you can‘t. You likely have no idea how the decisions you make today, tomorrow, or 10 years from now will affect the Kingdom of God. But, there is hope! You can be sure that God has already planned ahead for you and He will use your decisions and actions in a major way; it just might look different from how you imagined. How do I know? Well, I have glimpses of it from reading stories of Noah and Abraham. But also because I am living that experience in Vienna, Austria.

Decisions that four families made years ago to do missions in Vienna, the impacts of politics, and decisions people made in a language we most likely will never speak collide in the Danube Church of Christ (Donau Gemeinde) and the Lord‘s Kingdom grows. Family invites family. Friends invite friends. Refugees uprooted from their homes share the gospel with others who have been displaced. Bible studies, late night conversations, inflatable pools filled, curious onlookers...God is growing His kingdom in ways entirely unexpected but immensely exciting. Will you pray for these people He has put in our path? Will you call on God for them by name to be filled with His Spirit; to listen to His voice, His Word; to be strong and courageous in their faith? People like Martin, Abina, Adelina, Wafa, Afsaneh, Mehdi, and others. Those that have not yet made a decision: Omid, Judy, and Merhdad. The church of Christ in Vienna greets you and thanks you. To God be the power and glory forever. AMEN! ~Jake Haskew

For updates visit https://www.mrcc.org/ministries/missions/vienna-team

Allen & Robin Dutton, our missionaries serving in Campinas, Brazil, will be with us for their furlough through May 1. If you'd like to host them for a meal, please go to mrcc.org/duttonmeals and sign up for a date and time. If you have any questions, please contact Brent Nichols at (405) 779-9459 or Brent@BrentNichols.net. Due to Robin's severe allergies, if you have strong scents or fragrances in your home, or pets, we ask that you consider taking them to a restaurant.

Campus FarewellThis week many of our college students are wrapping up their spring semester by diligently preparing for finals—at least that is what we hope they are doing! Members, we encourage you to go out of your way to share some encouraging words with a college student or two who might be sitting around you. They have a long week ahead!

Graduating Seniors, as a church body we want to thank you for being part of this congregation. Your presence here has been a blessing. As you seek out jobs, remember that this church is here to support you in any way that we can. We love you and cannot wait to see what God does through you.

Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors, as you head out to a summer of internships, mission trips, and rest, our prayer for you is that your faith is deepened through new experiences, your energy is renewed, and you become more aware of our God who is working in this world.

College students, we love you. Have a blessed finals week and a blessed summer. We cannot wait to see you back in August!

Your Campus Ministers, Jay and Hudson

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