JoyLink Newsletter-September 9, 2018-“The House that God Built”

JoyLink Sept 09, 2018

Sunday, September 9th

9am and 10:45am

The House that God Built

As God’s children we are living stones that are used to build the House of God on this earth. This Sunday we will learn about the inclusive God who has called and ordained us for ministry in worship before a dying world. Come and learn about our calling to build a house on Fern Creek Rd.

1 Peters 2: 4-9 (NASB)

And coming to Him as to a living stone which has been rejected by men, but is choice and precious in the sight of God, you also, as living stones, are being built up as a spiritual house for a holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.

For this is contained in Scripture:

“BEHOLD, I LAY IN ZION A CHOICE STONE, A PRECIOUS CORNER stone,

AND HE WHO BELIEVES IN HIM WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED.”

This precious value, then, is for you who believe; but for those who disbelieve,

“THE STONE WHICH THE BUILDERS REJECTED,

THIS BECAME THE VERY CORNER stone,”

and,

“A STONE OF STUMBLING AND A ROCK OF OFFENSE”;

for they stumble because they are disobedient to the word, and to this doom they were also appointed.

But you are A CHOSEN RACE, A royal PRIESTHOOD, A HOLY NATION, A PEOPLE FOR God’s OWN POSSESSION, so that you may proclaim the excellencies of Him who has called you out of darkness into His marvelous light; 10for you once were NOT A PEOPLE, but now you are THE PEOPLE OF GOD; you had NOT RECEIVED MERCY, but now you have RECEIVED MERCY.

1 Pedro 2:4-9 (DHH)

Acérquense, pues, al Señor, la piedra viva que los hombres desecharon, pero que para Dios es una piedra escogida y de mucho valor. De esta manera, Dios hará de ustedes, como de piedras vivas, un templo espiritual, un sacerdocio santo, que por medio de Jesucristo ofrezca sacrificios espirituales, agradables a Dios. Por eso también dice la Escritura:

«Yo pongo en Sión una piedra

que es la piedra principal,

escogida y muy valiosa;

el que confíe en ella no quedará defraudado.»

Para ustedes, que creen, esa piedra es de mucho valor; pero para los que no creen se cumple lo que dice la Escritura:

«La piedra que los constructores despreciaron,

se ha convertido en la piedra principal.»

Y también esto otro:

«Una roca, una piedra con la cual tropezarán.»

Pues ellos tropiezan al no hacer caso del mensaje: ése es su merecido.

Pero ustedes son una familia escogida, un sacerdocio al servicio del rey, una nación santa, un pueblo adquirido por Dios. Y esto es así para que anuncien las obras maravillosas de Dios, el cual los llamó a salir de la oscuridad para entrar en su luz maravillosa.

We will take a break this Wednesday Sept 5th for the Holiday week.

Our next series will begin Wednesday, September 12th AT 7PM

If is a powerful little word. Some people are stuck in "if only," trudging through lives marked with regret. But God wants us to live lives marked with possibilities, with the "what if" attitude that looks forward to the future with confidence. Why? Because the answer to "If God is for us, who can be against us?" is "No one." God is always on our side. Every day, in every way.

With his trademark enthusiasm and contagious joy, Mark Batterson helps readers overcome feelings of guilt, fear, and doubt, because in Christ there is no condemnation. Unpacking the promises of Romans 8, he shows readers that they are more than conquerors--right now and forever. And because of that, the possibilities for their lives are limitless.

If you ordered a T-Shirt, they are available to pick up after services

In August, Joy MCC's Food Pantry fed 175 families/647 people

So far this year, your generous donations of food and money have helped feed 1470 families/5243 people

September 16th is 12 baskets Sunday!

Joy MCC's Annual Garrett-Reed Thanksgiving Food Drive is just around the corner-Monday, November 19th to be exact!

Want to know how you can help?

Beginning this Sunday, August 26th, the Thanksgiving food drive committee (aka the "Turkey Board") will host a bake sale. Purchase some yummy homemade baked goods. All proceeds will directly benefit the food drive.

For more information see Markie or Jackie or you can email

[email protected] or [email protected]

Pick your Paper Turkeys in the courtyard Sundays after services.

Monday, September 17th @ 6pm

Thursday, September 20th @ 7pm

Mark your calendars, our very own Rev Stanley will be participating in Reformation Project’s Conference this fall.

click button below to register.

Info and Registration

Creating a Life that Matters is an intensive three-course curriculum which explores ways to rediscover our relationship with the Sacred, with our self, and with our passion. Those desiring to immerse themselves in this course will be challenged to broaden their understanding of all that is Sacred; integrate their self-awareness into being authentic, aware leaders; and live their passion intentionally through the life of the church and beyond.

We will hold an information session sometime in September for those interested.

We will need 12-16 people to hold the class. To reserve your spot, please email [email protected].

If you are interested in joining any of our many ministries or would like to know more about current volunteer opportunities, email [email protected].

Exciting things are happening with our Food Pantry. If you want to be a part of this incredible ministry, see Jackie Wilson or Fred Smead. Or you can email [email protected]