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Week of May 11, 2025

The Great Feeling That Forgiveness Brings

(Part 2 of 3)

By Mike Riley

This eager craving for redemption from wrong is what the Bible calls “conscience.” It was that portion of Adam and Eve’s character that awakened in the garden when “the eyes of both of them were opened, and they knew that they were naked” (Genesis 3:7 – NKJV). It was not their physical nakedness of which they were ashamed, but rather their nakedness in sin, being exposed in their transgression before the all-seeing eye of the Creator (Proverbs 15:3; cf. Hebrews 4:13). Their consciences were offended by their violation of God’s command (Genesis 2:17), and they sought to hide themselves behind aprons of leaves (Genesis 3:7).

The wail of a shattered conscience can be bitter indeed. For example, after having foolishly sold his birthright for a bowl of soup, Esau realized the shamefulness of what he had done for: “He found no place for repentance, though he sought it diligently with tears” (Hebrews 12:16-17 – NKJV). Esau’s conscience cried out to be restored to his position as the firstborn of his father. How miserable he must have been to come to recognize at last that the deed could not be undone!

We might also call to mind Judas Iscariot, who betrayed the Son of God into the hands of lawless men for thirty pieces of silver (Matthew 26:14-15). Upon seeing that Jesus had been condemned to death, Judas cast the wretched ransom at the feet of the chief priests, saying, “I have sinned by betraying innocent blood.” After this, he went out and hanged himself (Matthew 27:3-5 – NKJV). Judas could find no way to remedy his crime — no means for rejoining himself with the One with whom he had often shared bread.

Continued next week

Elders

Leon Cort

Mark Craigwell

Raleigh Gallington

Carlfred Malcolm

Minister

Mark Craigwell

Assistant Minister

Denver Simmons

Deacons

Anthony Johnson

Gregory Johnson

Albert Martin, Jr.

Walter Maxwell

Richard Meuse

Barry Person

Jason Reid

In Memoriam

Gone, but never forgotten, our beloved brother,

James W. Wade, Sr.

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Sermon for Sunday, May 11, 2025

Title: The Consequence of Sin

Text: Romans 1:32

Speaker: Bro. Denver Simmons

News & Notes

We extend our deepest sympathy to Sis. Carolyne Bristol and family in the passing of her mother in Kenya last Friday; and to Sis. Phyllis Vincent, whose son passed away on Saturday, May 10, 2025. Let us keep both families in prayer for strength and comfort in their bereavement.

Final Arrangement Planning Info Session: Rebecca Ridley of Davis Funeral Home will give a presentation on Final Arrangement Planning on Wednesday, May 28^th at 6:30 p.m. during our Mid-Week Bible Class time slot. All are encouraged to attend.

Free Boston College Athletic Wear: The Meadows have several large bags of BC gear including t-shirts, sweatshirts, sweatsuits, and polo shirts, most in great condition, some still new. Please see Sis. Meadows after service on Sunday if interested.

UPDATED TRANSPORTATION PROCEDURES

Effective immediately, members who wish to request van transportation for Sunday morning services must sign up at least 24 hours prior to requested pick up time via a link that will be provided each week. If you are unable to sign up using the link to the sign-up form, please contact Bro. or Sis. Reid to sign up.

Link for Sunday, May 18, 2025

Don't Miss Out! Please scroll through the entire e-bulletin each week to be certain not to miss any important announcements or links. Many items are repeated each week, but there are also new announcements that you'll miss if you don't scroll through the entire bulletin.

Current and Upcoming Events

Semi-Annual Clothing Give-Away: Saturday, May 17th in the church parking lot. Details below.

Look Good, Act Good, Feel Good: Saturday, May 31, 2025, 9:30-2:30. Details above.

Graduation Celebration for Bro. Phillip Morrison, Saturday, June 14th. Details below.

Sojourner House 3rd Annual Boot Camp Fundraiser: Saturday, May 31st, 10:30 a.m. Details below.

Warwick CoC Ladies' Day: Saturday, June 21st. Featured speaker, Sis. Shirley Lawson of the Warwick congregation. Details in Women's Ministry section below.

Whom Do You Serve? 2025 Roxbury Youth Rally: September 12-14. Keynote speaker: Bro. Sebastian Davis. Details to come.

2025 Pennsylvania Dutch Country Excursion: September 18-19. Details in Mature in Heart section below. This year's performance is "Noah." All payments due by July 31st.

2025 Men's Retreat: October 9-11, Rumney, NH. Details in Upcoming Events section below.

Ministry Meetings and Events

The Singles’ Ministry meets the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the church building.

The Couples’ Ministry has resumed meeting the 2^nd and 3^rd Friday of the month via Zoom. See Couples' Ministry section below for connection information.

Young Adult Ministry Bi-Weekly Devotional: Every other Monday at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom. See Young Adult Ministry section below for connection information.

Tech Day: 3^rd Saturday of the month, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the church building. Bring your cell phones, tablets, and laptops for help with your tech issues. See Bro. Javier Jackson, Jr., or Bro. Jerard Samuel for details. Sign-up sheets will be posted monthly.

Community Outreach: Our next monthly community outreach grocery distribution will take place on Saturday, May 24th at 9:30 a.m. at the church building. All are welcome to participate.

Upcoming Events

Sunday Worship Schedule

We will continue to offer two Sunday morning worship services to accommodate in-person attendees

The first service begins at 8:30 a.m. and runs until approximately 9:45 a.m.; the second service begins at 11:00 a.m. Our weekly Bible classes for all ages begin at 10:00 a.m. We will continue to livestream the 11:00 service on our YouTube channel, and we encourage members to utilize e-giving, even when attending in person. As noted under News & Notes, it is no longer necessary to sign up in advance to attend worship services in person.

E-giving link

https://churchofchristinroxbury.org/e-giving

Livestream link

Church of Christ in Roxbury - YouTube

Community Outreach

Our next monthly community outreach grocery distribution will take place on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. at the church building. All are welcome to participate. Distribution begins at 11:00 a.m.

Remote & In-Person

Class/Meeting Schedule

Wednesday Night In-Person & Dial-In Bible Study

Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. in-person and via freeconferencecall.com.

Dial in number: 978-990-5000

Access Code: 261232#

Or join the class online at join.freeconferencecall.com/carl95fred

REMINDER: Please remember to mute your phone or computer when joining any of the above conference calls to avoid interrupting the class or service you are entering, particularly if you are joining the call after the event has started.

Prayer Requests

Couples Ministry

The Couples' Ministry meets the second and third Fridays of the month at

7:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted.

Women's Ministry

Our next Women's Class will take place on Sunday, May 25th at 5:00 p.m at the church building and via Free Conference Call.

Dial in number: 978-990-5000

Access Code: 261232#

Or join the class online at join.freeconferencecall.com/carl95fred

The book we will be reading for 2025 is Consider One Another by Aubrey Johnson. It is available from Amazon.com for $13.99 plus tax.

Please read the preface and chapter 1 prior to our next class.

Sis. Pamela Alexander will facilitate the discussion.

Mature in Heart Ministry

2025 Mature in Heart Pennsylvania Dutch Country Excursion: Thursday, September 18 - Friday, September 19

Single Hotel -- $574

Double Hotel -- $441

Triple Hotel -- $402

Quad Hotel -- $383

Couple King -- $915

$125 Deposit ASAP to secure a spot

Must be paid in full by July 31st

Men Take Note

Next men's class is Sunday, May 25th at 5 p.m. at the church building.

Retention Ministry

Singles' Ministry

Registration is now open. Scan the QR code above to register. If you have questions, please see Sis. Juanita Tabb.

The Singles' Ministry meets the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the building.

Support Groups

Join Zoom Meeting

https://bostonu.zoom.us/j/92046139139?pwd=9kHnzD13JDJmfkS2oFnbS7I8vWcFwk.1

Meeting ID: 920 4613 9139

Passcode: 479549

Young Adult Ministry (YAM)

YAM Devotional

Time 7pm - 7:30pm

We are also planning for our 2025/2026 YAM Retreat (more details to come).

Please see Brother/Sister Gregory/Keitrice Johnson for more details.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81248419432?pwd=cvjN58xN6xSlINtdoM2evHeaiz1MNY.1

Meeting ID: 812 4841 9432

Passcode: 114072

Youth & Family Ministry

Monthly Ministry Meeting

1st Sunday of each month at 1:00 p.m.

Calendar: May 2025

Meetings & Events

5/4 - Youth & Family Ministry Meeting, 2pm @church building.

5/5 - Ministers'/Elders'/Deacons' Meeting, 7pm

5/5 - Singles' Ministry Meeting, 6:30pm @church building.

5/10 - Security Ministry meeting, 10 a.m. at church building

5/11 - Deacons' Meeting

5/11 - Spiritual Development Class, 4:45 p.m. @church building

5/17 - Clothing Giveaway in church parking lot, 9-1. Details above

5/18 - Retention Ministry Meeting after 11:00 a.m. service.

5/19 - Singles' Ministry Meeting, 6:30pm @church building.

5/24 - Community Outreach, 9:30am @church building.

5/25 - Men's/Women's Classes, 4:45 p.m. @church building

Ministry Meetings - Please contact your ministry coordinator for remote meeting schedules.

Weekly/Monthly Events

Sunday New Converts' Class, 10:00am @church building
Sunday Bible Class (children) Sundays at 10:00am @church building
Sunday Adult Devotional/Bible Study, 10:00am @church building
Sunday Worship Service 8:30 and 11:00am in person and 11:00am via livestream on YouTube. See above for details.
Men's/Women's Classes, 5pm (4th Sunday of the month) @church building unless otherwise noted.
Youth & Family Ministry (1st Sunday of the month at 2pm)
Mature in Heart Women's Prayer (Tuesdays @ 10:30am) VIA TELECONFERENCE (connection info above)
Prayer Meeting (Tuesdays @ 7pm) VIA TELECONFERENCE (connection info above)
Mid-Week Bible Study (Wednesdays @ 6:30pm) in person and VIA TELECONFERENCE (connection info above)
Mid-Week New Converts' Class (Wednesdays @ 6:30pm) @church building
Healing Hearts (Thursdays @6:15pm) VIA ZOOM
Couple's Ministry (2nd & 3rd Fridays @ 7 pm)
Retention Ministry (3rd Sunday following 11:00 service)
Women's Prayer (Saturdays 9:30am) VIA TELECONFERENCE (Connection info above)

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