New Sermon Series:
"Christian to the Core"
The Parable of the Alligator - Part II
Pastor Frank Oakman
Scriptures:
Old Testament: Job 38:1-7
Psalm: 104:1-9
New Testament: Mark 10:35-45
Sermon: Romans 10:12-15
Hymns:
Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee
More Love to Thee, O Christ
All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name
Shalom
Live stream:
https://www.youtube.com/live/UWnTvuJAaa4
A Weekly Update on Church Activities
Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I give thanks to our gracious God for putting you all in our lives. Your faithfulness and your enthusiasm fill my heart with joy and helps complete my hope in Christ. Every day I look forward to serving our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ alongside each of you and growing in our discipleship journey together.
Carrie and I would like to thank the congregation for the encouraging notes and cares of appreciation, as well as the generous gifts. As Carrie and I feel very loved here at Kerrville Global Methodist Church, know that you are very loved as well.
As I said Sunday, it is easy to be a “good” pastor when you have a “Rockstar” congregation. We have some very gifted people serving God. Our Leadership Board is filled with folks who seek to do the will of God. Although operating a church is similar to operating a business, our leadership knows the importance of allowing God to be the Owner, Christ being the President and the Holy Spirit the CEO. It is not ours. It all belongs to the Creator, Sustainer, and Redeemer.
Not only do we currently have a top-notch Leadership Board, but we have some rotating off, and others rotating on that will continue the spirit-led atmosphere we have on the board. Our Ministry team is another group of Rockstars. As we have continued to grow into our identity as Global Methodist Church in Kerrville, we are learning the specific needs of our community. You will begin to see different opportunities, such as the Food Drive, taking place. The purpose is not to being attention to KGMC, but to bring attention to God and let people experience God’s glory through us.
Our worship team continues to do what we can to make worship a passionate experience, knowing that not everyone will have their specific preferences met all the time, but yet, as we gather we discover that we experience the Holy Spirit, when we openly welcome the Holy Spirit regardless of whether we know the hymns, like the hymns, or the preacher preaches too long.
We have a very generous congregation as seen in our weekly giving, as well as our Building Fund matching grant. We have a heart for ministry, and we do what we can to THRIVE as a congregation in Kerrville. This is a huge significance when so many congregations are only looking to SURVIVE, especially in our current economy. Once again, this is evidence of God’s faithful response to our faithful stewardship.
Our trustees are continuing seeking and searching with the Guidance of the Holy Spirit, our next worship setting. Although we do not know yet exactly where and when this will happen, we all can rest assured that this team of folks are doing what they can to be faithful to God and listen to the directing of the Holy Spirit.
We have a congregation of folks who display an attitude to gratitude and celebration on Sunday Mornings, as well as through out the week in life groups, and studies.
So as you can see, it is easy for someone like me to be a “good” pastor, when you have a “Rockstar” Congregation. Keep up the Good Work and know that Carrie and I appreciate all of you!
Have a blessed week!
Blessings to you!
Pastor Frank
Thanks so very much for your donations -- but please keep shopping for more non-perishable food again this week and next. The Doyle Center has no storage space -- so each week's donations are given away to those who are hungry and need it. Please bring more food on October 20 and 27.
Focus on non-perishable items. Protein is good -- canned salmon, chicken, ham, tuna and beans. Stews, soups, vegetables, pasta and packaged meals are all good. Donations are also welcome so they can buy fresh eggs, milk and bread.
"And if you offer yourself to the hungry and satisfy the needs of the afflicted, then your light will rise in the darkness.: Isaiah 58:10
A generous member of the church has offered to give up to $500,000 for the building fund if we can raise a matching amount. If you are interested, please complete the pledge form available in the sanctuary. The pledge can be payable in installments any time through the end of 2025. A pledge can be changed at any time if circumstances change. These matching building fund donations are in addition to pledges for normal church operations. Even if we are enormously successful, a million dollars will not buy a new building given high real estate costs in Kerrville -- but it will make a serious start for an interim facility that allows for our continued growth.
Please pray that the Holy Spirit will continue to guide us.
"For my house shall be called a house of prayer for all peoples." Isaiah 56:7
Practices will begin shortly for special Christmas by our Choir -- and more voices and musicians are needed. Please join us and raise your voices to the glory of God this Christmas season.
Pastor Frank will lead a small group study at 9:00 a.m. Sunday mornings on Christian to the Core beginning October 20. Class materials will be provided each week.
An eight-week training for followers of Christ on how to be a disciple-maker begins October 24 and meet online on Thursday evening at 6:00 p.m. to discuss the Seven Sails of Discipleship. Pastor Frank will help show you how to use your computer or phone to join the class online. We are called to go and make disciples of Jesus Christ and to spread scriptural holiness.
Pastor Frank's study of the Gospel of Matthew will continue each Monday morning at 10:00 a.m. in the sanctuary.
Our next Catechism workshop will be at 3:00 p.m. Tuesday October 22. Please contact Jim Needham, if you are interested, so he can provide the materials for advance review. The workshop covers all of the core beliefs for Global Methodists. The Catechism workshop discussion is a requirement for global church membership.
Each of the six current Life Groups is looking for at least one new member -- if you can check the days and times on the church calendar below and select the time that might be best for you. Just show up. You are welcome.
We also want to start up at least two new Life Groups, if you can let Vicky Clancy know if you are interested in a new group.
We want everyone in the church to be connected through a regular weekly Life Group. People who are in them love them. It is a safe, confidential place for support and pray and to answer John Wesley's classic question: "How are things with your soul?"
Life Groups are confidential and you never have to share anything that you don't want. We pray together and support each other.
A fresh round of Tables of Eight are under way as an opportunity to build more friendships and enjoy more fellowship. Eat and enjoy.
Our special prayer service will be on the first Wednesday each month. Come join us at our next special service -- 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 6.
Anew 2024 Women’s Ministry event will include time for worship and connecting with women from your local church and women from across the conference.
There will be teaching and preaching from nationally known speaker and author Lisa Harper, Dr. Leah Hidde-Gregory, and Rev. Tynna Dixon, the first Elder ordained in our new Global Methodist Church.
Anew 2024 will conclude with an opportunity for prayer and communion together. It will include a lunch break where women can enjoy lunch at a Waco area restaurant.
For some GMC women the cost of this event is prohibitive. If you would like to provide a scholarship, please contact Jim Noble, Conference Treasurer, for instructions at jimnoble@midtexasgmc.org.
If you are a member of First Waco, please contact Joann Dominguez at joann@firstwaco.com to complete your registration through her.
By registering for this event you give permission for your photo in event pictures to be used for promotional materials and also for your name to be added to the Mid-Texas GMC’s Women’s Ministry mailing list to receive email regarding GMC women’s news in the future.
The price will be $50.
We are an orthodox and traditional Global Methodist Church in Kerrville, TX.
We believe in the authority of the Bible as the inspired Word of God.
We believe that Jesus Christ is our Lord and Savior and the Way.
I believe in God the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, and the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.
Our Mission is to make disciples of Jesus Christ who worship passionately, love extravagantly, and witness boldly.
Our vision is to be known for growing deep in worship and prayer, growing up as disciples, growing together in love and growing out in evangelism and outreach.
Kerrville Global Methodist Church
301 Junction Highway at Five Points
Suite 230, 2nd floor
Kerrville TX
John Wesley:
"My ground is the Bible. Yea, I am a Bible-bigot. I follow it in all things, both great and small. I want the whole Christ for my Savior, the whole Bible for my book, the whole Church for my fellowship, and the whole world for my mission field."
Kerrville Global Methodist Church
301 Junction Highway at Five Points
Kerrville TX 78028
Sanctuary: Suite 230
Executive offices: Suite 233
Conference room: Second floor
Mailing address:
Kerrville Global Methodist Church
P.O. Box 293787
Kerrville TX 78029
Minister: Rev. Frank C. Oakman
830-293-7800
Kerrville Global Methodist Church:
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