Dear Friends, Welcome to Bible Center! I’m really glad you’re here. At the end of both services, we’ll enjoy communion, a time when we

pass small cups of bread and juice and invite all Christians to eat and drink together. Have you ever wondered why we practice communion?

Curiosity is healthy, especially when it drives us to the Bible for answers. First, Jesus told us to do it in His remembrance. On the night before He was crucified, Luke records, He took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to them, saying, "This is My body given for you; do this in remembrance of Me." In the same way, after the supper He took the cup, saying, "This cup is the new covenant in My blood, which is poured out for you" (Luke 20:19-20). Furthermore, communion reminds today’s church that we are connected to yesterday’s church. (It even points back to

the ancient Jewish Passover celebration.) God has shown mercy and salvation to His people for millennia! We are a small—but significant—generation in a long lineage of grace. As you enjoy communion today, try imagining a heavenly banquet hall where believers of all ages are reunited on the new earth. Finally, communion reminds us that Jesus is still with us today. About communion, C. S. Lewis wrote, “Here a Hand from the hidden country touches not only my soul, but my body.” May God encourage you through today’s communion service! For the city,

Matt Friend Senior Pastor

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New Member ApplicantsThe Board of Elders is pleased to present David Harman to the church family for membership. As an active member, if you have a word of encouragement for our brother in Christ or for the elders, please do so by Thursday, August 17 when the elders meet again.

2017 Bible Center DirectoryChurch directories have arrived and are now at the Info Desk. If you were photographed for this directory and/or are listed in the back of the book, pick up your free copy during church services or on Mondays-Fridays, 9 AM-5 PM. Directories are also available for anyone to purchase at $5 each. Cash or check (payable to Bible Center Church) only.

Bible Center School: Dates to RememberM Aug. 14 1st Day of PreschoolM Aug. 14 Elementary Open House • 6 PMTu Aug. 15 Middle School Open House • 6 PMW Aug. 16 1st Day of School, K-8th

AWANA Truth & Training MeetingTuesday, August 15 • 6:30-7:30 PM • Base Camp • Anyone interested in serving in T&T is asked to attend this meeting. If you can’t make this date, a second meeting will be held Thursday, August 17 (same time and place).

Belong: Membership WeekendSeptember 8, 6:30-8:30 PM and September 9, 8:30 AM-1 PM • Join Pastor Matt, with other Pastors and Staff, for Membership Weekend. Joining the church is not required at the end of the event, nor will pressure be placed on you to join. So feel free to attend, even if it’s just to get to know more about us. And in the future, if you do decide to join our membership, you’ll already have attended these classes. Because food and childcare will be provided, registration is required. Sign up on the church website or app. Questions? Contact Jane Jackson (jjackson).

OWLS LuncheonSunday, August 20 • 12:30 PM • The RIM at Bible Center School • Wear your “country clothes” and join the Older, Wiser, Livelier Saints for some homemade sliders and lots of fun. Dan & Nan Egnor will be singing some ol’ time southern gospel songs as well. Sign up online or email Judy Mercer (jmercer) to bring a side dish or dessert.

Do You Know a College-Age Student?The Care Ministry would love to send cards to Bible Center students! If you are–or if you know of–someone attending college or a post-secondary institution, fill out the Connection Card or email Wanda Casto (wandawv@frontier.com). Include the student’s name, school and address, major, year, email, cell number, and birthday.

Promotion Sunday is Next WeekAugust 20 • All children will move up to their next class in the Children’s Ministry.

Girlfriends Grow 2gether: Early SaleDon’t miss this Fall’s women’s event, Heartmade Worship! The special price ($5 off the $50 regular ticket price) ends August 20. Plus, the first 250 ticketholders will get a FREE copy of Made Well by Jenny Simmons, singer, author, and this year’s guest speaker. The conference (Sept. 15 & 16) will feature music by the Bible Center GO Team Band.

Baptism ClassMonday, August 21 • 6:30 PM • Rm. 2104 •If you are interested in being baptized, we ask that you attend our Baptism Class. Come with your salvation testimony written out and bring a photo or be prepared to have one taken. If you have questions about what baptism means, contact Pastor Richard (rthompson) or fill out a Connection Card. Our next baptism will be held outdoors September 17 at 4 PM. More details to come.

AWANA Clubs Resume (2 years old - 5th grade)August 23 • Every Wednesday, 6:30-8 PM •AWANA Clubs are starting up again! If you have a child you would like to enroll in our AWANA program, contact Michelle Thompson (mthompson) or Pam Howie (phowie).

Food Needed For UM Crossroads DinnerSign up on BC Central or contact Sheri Skidmore (sskidmore) to donate food items for the Union Mission dinner. The meal will be prepared on Thursday, August 24 solely from the food collected here. All items must be received by the end of the 23rd. Volunteers are also needed to prepare and serve.

Notes of Sympathy• To Todd Matheny, whose mother, Caroline

Sue Matheny, passed away. • To Cindy Thomas, whose grandmother,

Pauline Hodge, passed away.

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WHO IS THIS FOR?Anyone looking for a place to serve.

WHY?To inform the church family of all the ministry areas and volunteer positions available and to assist each person in growing spiritually where their passions and spiritual gifts will be fully utilized.

WHAT WILL I FIND THERE?Descriptions and contact info for all of Bible Center’s volunteer positions.

STILL CAN’T FIND YOUR FIT?Call or email Volunteer Coordinator Christy Corbin (ccorbin@biblecenterchurch.com). She’ll work with you to find the best fit.

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This Week’s Book Recommendation

The Lost Art of Disciple Making by LeRoy Eims

What is Bible Center called to do?Matthew 28:18-20

Second in an 4-part series titled: Find Your Fit

Pastor Matt Friend – August 13, 2017

What's our mission? Glorifying God by producing more maturing followers of Jesus. (v. 19)

What's a follower of Jesus (disciple)? Someone who has accepted Jesus' invitation to start…

• Following Him as Lord (v. 18; Luke 14:25-33)

• Obeying Him in life (v. 20; John 8:30-32)

• Showing Him in love (John 13:31-32)

How do we make disciples? By…1. Going about our business (v. 19)

2. Sending the Gospel to all nations (v. 19)

3. Baptizing Jesus-followers (v. 19)

4. Teaching Jesus-followers (v. 20)

Why are we so excited about making disciples? Because Jesus is building His church and simply invites us to join Him. (vv. 18, 20; Matthew 16:18)

What's today's main encouragement? Make one decision today to help you make more disciples tomorrow.

TUESDAYOLD TESTAMENT OVERVIEWPastor Mike GrahamAug 29-Nov 14 This Old Testament overview will give participants a solid, working knowledge of the major themes throughout the OT. In the OT, God reveals His faithful nature and redemptive plan for the world while Israel struggles to believe and obey. Expect fun and lively discussion with intentional personal application.

ANXIETY: HOPE AND HELP WHEN IT SEEMS LIKE TOO MUCHJessica VonCristAug 29-Sep 19 Recent studies show that anxiety is on the rise in a big way—and it’s not just in the U.S. Why are we so anxious? What are we so afraid of? Will enough faith “heal” me? How do I deal with the day-to-day? How can I help someone I know? We’ll discuss these questions and more, offering encouragement and hope through stories, Scripture and songs.

WEDNESDAYPARENTING IS HEART WORKMitri & Heather GhareebSep 27-Nov 15 Are you struggling to see your parenting strategies work? There are countless ways to try to get a child's attention and to effect change, but here's the truth… unless you deal with a child through his or her heart, you are not likely to see lasting change. In this 8-part video series, you can learn to truly reach your child's heart to teach, train and build a tremendous relationship. Topics such as: teaching kids to listen and follow instructions, teaching children to accept "no," and correction ideas will all be included.

THURSDAYFINDING HOPE IN THE END TIMESPastor Chad CowanAug 31-Nov 16 Blood moons, red heifers, and Middle East con licts are commonly associated as signals that the end is near, but how should we be thinking about the end times? In this class, we will take an in depth look at the end of all things, the hope it can bring us today, and the nature of the Church and Israel in the discussion.

ABOUT WORKSHOPSWorkshops are short-term, evening classes designed to educate believers in various aspects of the Christian life. There are no prerequisites. Attend as many classes as you like and anyone is invited. Classes begin at 6:45 PM and end at 7:45 PM. For questions, email Pastor Chad (ccowan) or call the church office at (304) 346-0431.

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