Thank You For Participating in the 2012 Chili Cookoff Carnival
This year’s Chili Cookoff Carnival & Cornbread Competition was a great success. We had a wonderful time of fellowship, feasting, and fun. There were over 20 chili recipes entered into the competition and 13 different cornbreads. Although the competition was fierce for the chance to win the coveted Cactus and Cornbread trophies, everyone had a great time and no one left hungry. Also, the High School youth group was able to raise a total of $1619.50 for their mission trip (Praise The LORD!). All of this money will go to cover the costs of their trip to Mars Hill, NC in June...
Read More2012 River Oaks Women’s Retreat
Come join us Friday, April 13 – Sunday, April 15, for “Created to Connect” – Empowered by the Spirit; Helped through prayer; Encouraged through relationships We are excited to spend some time with you, relaxing, eating, studying His Word & worshiping our God together! Kathy Davis & Jackie Evans will be encouraging us with the significance & ongoing need to intentionally connect with our Lord & with each other. When: Friday, April 13, – Sunday, April 15. Early arrival will begin at 5:00pm on Friday, April 13, with dinner at 6:30pm.*Car-Poolers:...
Read MoreDavis Small Group Starting on Monday, March 26!
Keith & Kathy Davis will be starting a new Small Group this coming Monday, March 26, from 7:00-9:00pm, at their home. About their group: We seek to know Christ deeper by studying His Word together and exhorting each other to obedience before God. We want to live life authentically in the power of the Holy Spirit and in our acceptance before God through Christ. We desire to grow a community of believers that love, serve, and encourage each other, bear each others burdens, and foster growth in our faith. The Davis small group will meet at the Davis’ at 530 Mountain Shadow Lane,...
Read More“Give Back” fundraising opportunity is this weekend!
The Alcoa Ruby Tuesday and Maryville Marlin & Ray’s is doing a “Give Back” on March 10th and 11th to help a member of our congregation. If you’d like to help, all you have to do is go eat at one of these two restaurants on Saturday or Sunday and bring the corresponding flyer, and 20% of your bill will go to help this member of our body with a medical expense! Ruby Tuesday Flyer Marlin & Ray’s Flyer Thank you, dear family, for how your love one...
Read MoreNew Directory Coming Soon! We Need Your Help!
We will be partnering with LifeTouch photography to produce a new, free, professional pictorial directory for 2012! Lifetouch will be here March 8, 9, and 10 to take family photos. Here is what we need from everyone: 1) Please check your entry on the roster in the back of the sanctuary. Please make any corrections, additions, or changes to your entry…otherwise, that is how your entry will appear in the new directory. 2) Sign up for a portrait session—either by signing up at the table in the back of the sanctuary, or by clicking the link below. There is no cost—you will be featured...
Read MoreJoin us tonight for Corporate Prayer & Worship!
Please join us tonight at the church at 7:00pm for a special time of worship and prayer. We will be continuing to seek the Lord’s leadership for our church and we would love for you to join with us. Please Come with your family or even come as a small group!
Read MoreUpdated Saturday: Corporate Prayer Event All This Week!
We wanted to remind you that we are having a week-long concert of prayer this week. Please join us in the sanctuary from 7:00pm-8:00pm Monday through Friday, and from 6:00-8:00pm on Saturday for a time to seek the Lord and His will for our church in 2012. We strongly encourage everyone to please come 1) on your small group night, 2) one other weeknight, and 3) on Saturday. Monday Night’s Emphasis: The Holy Spirit and coming to the Lord in prayer Monday Prayer Recap We began last night by praying and recognizing our dependence on the Holy Spirit to lead us. We prayed...
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