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      This Sunday we recognize is a Super Sunday as we encourage and promote Bible Study attendance for all our classes. A couple of weeks ago I challenged everyone to write a statement saying I commit to being in Bible Study on February 3 U.P.H. The initials U.P.H. stands for Unless Providentially Hindered. This is a formal way of acknowledging that some things beyond our control do happen that deter our plans. However, baring one of these providentially hindering occurrences, I know you will make every effort both to attend Sunday morning AND to bring others with you.
      Personally, I'm an avid believer in the value of church attendance. In recent years I have read of various studies showing that the lifestyles and values of those who call themselves Christians are no different than those of non-Christians. Of course, this is troublesome. However, more specific studies have shown that people who not only identify themselves as Christians but also attend church ministries regularly (especially weekly) are more likely to experience enduring marriages, stable families, better health, more responsible behavior, and overall happier lives. Certainly, there are exceptions to this rule. Still the evidence shows that regular church attendance is a discipline that is quite likely to return solid benefits in our lives and families.
      Resolve NOW not only to be in attendance THIS Sunday, but EVERY Sunday U.P.H. Try to eliminate the question, "Are we going to church today?" from the Sunday dialogue in your home. Let the assumption become that church attendance is a habitual part of your family's routine. In doing so you will regularly be exposed to life's greatest message and highest values.
      See you Sunday! Jay

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This Week at NCBC

SATURDAY, AUGUST 16:
9 AM - 3 PM - Choir Retreat - 1st Baptist - Cleveland
9:30 AM - 4 PM - Quilt Retreat - Annex
SUNDAY, AUGUST 17:
8:30 AM - Early Worship
9:00 AM - S.S. Teachers' Meeting
9:45 AM - Sunday School - Bible Study
11:00 AM - Morning Worship
4:30 PM - Youth Praise Band
6:00 PM - Evening Worship
7:00 PM - 6th Grade Orientation
MONDAY, AUGUST 18:
All Day Annex - Private Use
5:45 PM - Motorcycle Dinner Ride
6:30 PM - Drama Team - Sanctuary
TUESDAY, AUGUST 19:
All Day Annex - Private Use
6:00 PM - Quilters - Annex
6:30 PM - Ladies Bible Study - Room 205
6:30 PM - Men's Bible Study - Room 405
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 20:
All Day Annex - Private Use
6:00 PM - Bible Study/Prayer Meeting - Sanctuary
6:00 PM - Children's Choir - Room 310
6:00 PM - Preschool Choir - Room 410
6:30 PM - Youth Activities - Annex
6:45 PM - Preschool Mission Friends - Room 312
6:45 PM - RAs & GAs - Upstairs Education Building
6:45 PM - Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal - Choir Loft
THURSDAY, AUGUST 21:
9:30 AM - Ladies Prayer Group - Annex
FRIDAY, AUGUST 22:
4:15 PM - Open Door Class Boat Trip
6:00 PM - Scrapbooking Night - Annex

This Week in Worship

Welcome and Announcements...... Verlin Tucker
Prayer .....Verlin Tucker
Call to Worship..... Congregation
"We've Got the Power"
"There Is Power in the Blood" (Chorus Only, Hymn 132)
"Mighty to Save"
GA Skit - Christmas In August
Choral Worship..... Sanctuary Choir
"He's Worthy"
Children's Sermon..... Dr. Jay McCluskey
Offertory Hymns..... Congregation
"I Am Thine, O Lord" (Hymn 290, Vs. 1, 2, & 4)
"Draw Me Close"
Offertory Prayer..... Jeff Elliott
Offertory..... Instrumentalist
Giving of Tithes and Offering..... Congregation
Special Music..... Rev. Lanny Green and Janelle Martin
Message from God's Word..... Rev. Tim Perrin
"Barking at the Moon"
Luke 8:26-39
Scripture can be found on page 732 of the Bibles supplied in our Sanctuary.
Invitation Hymn..... Congregation
"Change My Heart, O God"
Recognition of Decisions Pastor
Closing Words Pastor
Benediction Pastor Pastor
Closing Chorus..... Congregation
"There Is Power in the Blood"

Sunday evening worship will include special music from Nathan Brown, warm fellowship, a mission report from Adam Stroud, who recently returned from Brazil, and closing remarks from Dr. Jay.