News & Announcements
Daylight Saving Time
November Dates to Note
November 8th – Sherry will be out of the office
November 10th – Bus Worker Breakfast
November 17th – Elders meeting in the library
November 18th – Deacons meeting in the Fellowship building
November 24th – Thanksgiving Fellowship lunch immediately after the morning services in the Fellowship building.
November 28th – 29th Church offices are closed for Thanksgiving holiday.
Feed the Flock
The Feed the Flock fellowship will be Wednesday, November 6th at 6:00 p.m. in the Fellowship building. Please bring your favorite soup, there will be sandwiches and desserts provided.
November Sunday Morning Speakers
November 3rd Read, Pray, Sing
November 10th Woody Biggs
November 17th Jeremy Powell
November 24th Jason Daugherty
Brownsville Church of Christ Gospel Meeting
October 28-November 1, 2024
Different Speakers for Each Service
Monday Evening - Tony Huntsman
Tuesday Evening - Micah Webb
Wednesday Evening - Jeremy Joy
Thursday Evening - Brian Price
Friday Evening - Rick Fleeman
Services are at 7:30 PM each weekday evening.
Sunday services: 9:45 AM Bible Study; 10:30 AM Worship; 6:30 PM Worship
The Empty Pew
Preachers have a distinctive view of the congregation as he stands before them and delivers the message from God’s word. As he teaches the lesson, he subconsciously assesses the audience, and immediately knows if the attendance for that day is good or is lacking. As human nature would have it, members have the habit of sitting in the same place for each service they attend. If the congregation is small, the preacher has probably memorized each member’s or family’s designated pew. So, when those pews are empty, especially for several services, it is a matter of concern for the following reasons:
- Is someone sick? Do they need prayer, comfort, or ministered to? “And the prayer of faith will save the sick, and the Lord will raise him up.” (James 5:15a)
- Are they suffering from loss or tragedy? Do they need God’s comfort that can be given through us? (2 Corinthians 1:3-4)
- Are they at odds with a fellow member? Jesus taught us conflict resolution, even if it needs mediation. (Matthew 18:15-20)
- Is the new convert struggling with their commitment to God? Mature Christians should encourage them. (Romans 15:1)
- Have they been offended by truthful presentation of the scriptures which convict the world of sin? (John 16:8)
- Have they willfully missed worship while pursuing pleasure? This is idolatry, is sinful and requires repentance. (Hebrews 10:24-27)
- Have they become distracted by life? Work and family obligations can lead us on the gradual road to unfaithfulness. (Colossians 3:1-2)
These are just a few of the things that can concern the preacher (or elder) as they observe the empty pew.
Jay Launius – 2024
Maud Church of Christ
Maud, Texas
Trunk or Treat 2024
Thank you to all who helped create a night filled with treats and bunches of smiles.
There were approximately 70 children who attended, and 20 decorated trunks participated. We were also honored by the presence of emergency responders and law enforcement.
Potter Children's Home
Thank you to the family here at Woodsfield we were able to send a total of $4,203.00 for the Day of Prayer & Giving for the Children.
Clothes Closet
The Clothes Closet ministry will not be accepting any clothing donations until further notice. They are also asking if someone is interested in helping Jean Antill in the closet, please contact Sue Dearth at 740-472-0237.
2024 Area Wide Singing Schedule of the Church of Christ
August 30th – Pursley Church of Christ, 901 Tyler Hwy, Sistersville, W.Va.
September 13th – Sunrise, 598 Old Turnpike Rd., Parkersburg, W.Va.
September 20th Wingett Run, Wingett Run Rd., Wingett Run, OH
October 11th North End, 1301 West Viginia Ave., Parkersburg, W.Va.
October 18th New Concord, 13333 Maple Lane, New Concord, OH
October 25th Lower Salem 9660 OH 821, Lower Salem, OH
November 15th Camden Avenue, 2900 Camden Avenue, Parkersburg, W.Va. 26101
