I love a new year. It offers us an opportunity to put the past in the past and have a fresh start, a blank slate to write a new story on, and an open calendar to fill with new priorities. It is for many a time of new resolutions. I’m curious what your resolutions are for the New Year. I’d like to challenge you to add one more (if it isn’t on your list already). Make it your goal to bring one person to Jesus in 2010. If you want to save the world that’s great too. But start with one person. There are over 1,000 of you who receive these emails. Imagine the impact if EACH ONE- REACHED ONE in 2010. And the honest truth is: You can. You can make an eternity-changing difference in someone’s life this year. God can use YOU to draw someone to Him. Here’s the plan: PRAY that God would put someone on your heart who needs Jesus. Then begin praying every day for their salvation. Pray for God to give you opportunities to tell them about the difference Jesus has made in your life. Then LOOK for those opportunities. Look for ways to show them Jesus’ love. LISTEN for expressions of longing or need (What is it they hint that they are missing in their lives that you know Jesus can fill?) TELL them how a relationship with Christ can meet that need. INVITE them to Twin Oaks where we can become your partner in helping them experience and understand God’s love. You don’t have to be Billy Graham. Just be you – open and available to God, willing to be used by Him in someone’s life. Make yourself available, and God will do the rest – through you. Will you make that commitment to God as you begin this new year? EACH ONE – REACH ONE, and what a celebration we will have!
NEW SERIES begins THIS SUNDAY – “WHY> Pursuing Answers to Life’s Biggest Questions” is the perfect way to begin your new “EACH ONE – REACH ONE” resolution. Do you know someone who is newly starting to think about God? Maybe they are asking you questions like : “Why should I believe in God?” “Why should I trust what the Bible Says?” “Why is the world such a mess if God exists?” “Why is Jesus the Only Way?” Why not invite to come to Twin Oaks beginning this Sunday to find the answers to life’s biggest questions? Not only will this series answer their questions, it will strengthen your faith as well. This Sunday we begin with the age-old question: “WHY AM I HERE?” Invite someone today.
“Why” Small Groups - It is not too late to join a WHY, small group. These groups discuss the topics that go along with the new sermon series. They will meet once a week for 6 weeks. If you want to get more out of this series so that you will be better equipped to reach the people in your world with the message of Jesus Christ, this is your opportunity. Or invite your searching friend to join a group with you. We have groups that meet on Sunday nights, Wednesdays and Thursdays. If you are interested contact Emery at worshipminister@hotmail.com or sign up in the foyer this Sunday.
Rare Saturday 101 Class – THIS SATURDAY from 10-Noon. If you are new to Twin Oaks and want to know more about our beliefs, history, vision, values, and ministries this is the class for you. We’ll also cover how to become a member of God’s family and what it means to be an “official” member of the Twin Oaks family. So this class is also for those who are interested in becoming a member of Twin Oaks. If you haven’t already registered just email me and I’ll have a place for you.
Children’s Ministry volunteers needed - The Children’s ministry is in need of four people to serve our preschoolers on Sunday mornings. This is a fun, energetic group that loves to learn Bible lessons, do simple crafts and play with playdough! The schedule is two weeks on and six weeks off. Any questions please contact Rhonda Dolunt at (313)383-4332 or at rhdolunt@yahoo.com.
MOPS volunteers needed - Our new MOPS (Mothers of Pre-Schoolers) program is in need of 10 volunteers to provide childcare two Thursday mornings a month from 8:45 to 11:30. Mops (Mothers of Preschoolers) exists to encourage, equip, and develop every mother of preschoolers to realize her potential as a woman, mother, and leader in the name of Jesus Christ. By offering your time and providing childcare, you’ll afford these mothers a chance to grow as mothers and in Christ. Any questions please contact Rhonda Dolunt at (313)383-4332 or at rhdolunt@yahoo.com.
Christian Cadets Fundraiser - Saturday, January 16 – 1-4pm – The second annual Christian Cadets fundraising spaghetti dinner is coming up here at Twin Oaks. Bring a healthy appetite and be prepared for a time of great fellowship. Donations will be accepted to help fund this great ministry to our grade school age boys.
WOMEN’S MID-WINTER BLAST! JANUARY 22ND at the best Western Gateway Hotel, 9191 Wickham Road, Romulus, 48174….Cost will be $72, including tax and complimentary breakfast. Reservations must be made using your own credit no later than January 12th, 5 PM. When calling 1-866-671-3199, reserve under Twin oaks Christian Church Women’s Ministry, using code CGTWIN and ask for GRAAME. Rooms are 4 to a room for the $72 price. Cancellation MUST BE MADE 72 hours prior to 1/22. Check in is 3 PM and check Out is noon on Saturday. For more information, please check at the Ministry Center. For any questions, contact Carol Larson at 734-675-5650 or epoxyn@aol.com.
Blood Drive results – Thanks to all who helped or gave blood Tuesday. 28 donors presented to give blood. 25 was our projected goal. 26 pints of life-saving blood were collected. And the most important number of all-78 patient’s lives will be touched by this drive! Way to go Twin Oaks!
Offering envelopes – This is the last Sunday to pick up your 2010 offering envelopes so if you haven’t gotten yours please do so Sunday.
Be an Encourager – Two of our Twin Oaks members are battling cancer right now and I wondered if you’d like to flood their mailboxes with cards and letters of encouragement. You can write to George Puckett at 22408 Provincial, Woodhaven, 48183 and you can write to Barb Bradshaw at Angela Hospice Center, 14100 Newburgh Road, Room 105, Livonia, 48154-5010. Barb told me last week that your cards have meant the world to her.
Joke of the week – Mother: “Why are you home from school so early?”
Son: “I was the only one who could answer a question.”
Mother: “Oh, really? What was the question?”
Son: “Who threw the eraser at the principal?”
Have a great week and I’ll see you (and your guests) Sunday,
Randy
