WORSHIP
Nov 8, 10a
Listen to the Word (Luke 8:1-21)
In the Parable of the Sower, Jesus reminds us that hearing God's Word is not the same as truly receiving it. He describes four kinds of hearts: those hardened to the truth, those whose faith is shallow, those distracted by life's worries and pleasures, and those who welcome His Word and allow it to take root. The difference is revealed in the fruit their lives produce. But Jesus' message goes beyond simply listening—His followers are called to put His Word into practice and let its light shine for others. So, how are we listening? Are we merely hearing God's Word, or are we allowing it to transform the way we live?

JOY CLUB LUNCHEON
Nov 11, 11:30a
If you have a picture of yourself or family members that are veterans in uniform, please bring those pictures with you. Bring chili, soups, sandwiches, sides and desserts to share. Please sign up at the Welcome Center with what you are brining. After lunch, we will have a quest speaker, Jerry Parker, who will be talking about WWII.

PORTICO BABY SHOWER
Nov 12, 6:30-8p
Our church is sponsoring a baby boy shower at Portico. Please see Cindi Posey or the sign-up sheet at the Welcome Center for items or food you can provide.

MEMEBERS’ LUNCH AND MEETING
Nov 15, 11:30a
This is our quarterly Members’ lunch, business meeting and will be our Thanksgiving meal. Please bring sides and desserts to share. Click here to view the agenda.

OPERATION CHIRSTMAS CHILD
Shoeboxes are now available in the foyer. Don’t forget to follow the instructions and include your shipping donation. The last day to turn in your shoebox is Nov 15.

BETHLEHEM MARKETPLACE (Dec 5-6, 12-5p)
Sign-ups start on Sunday. Don’t wait, sign up this Sunday. Construction begins on November 22 at 1p. See other construction dates and times below in the Upcoming Events section.

HOMELESS SUPPLIES
Our Ladies Ministry is collecting items to create supply bags for the homeless: gloves, toboggans, individual tissues, ChapStick, peanut butter crackers, toothpaste and toothbrushes, and anything individual. Please place your donations in the tote by the Women’s Table (near the foyer restrooms).

UPCOMING EVENTS

• 11/8, 1p: Deacons’ Meeting
• 11/8, 2p: Safety Team Meeting
• 11/11, 11:30p: JOY Club Luncheon
• 11/12, 6:30-8p: Portico Baby Shower
• 11/14, 9:30-11:30a: BCM Fundraiser Breakfast
• 11/15, 11:30a: Members’ Lunch and Meeting
• 11/17-18: Tennessee Baptist Annual Meeting
• 11/22, 1-6p: BMP Setup
• 11/23, 6-9p: BMP Setup
• 11/24, 6-9p: BMP Setup
• 11/25: NO Wednesday evening activities
• 11/28, 8a-12p: BMP Setup
• 11/29, 1:30p: BMP Training
• 11/29, 1-6p: BMP Setup
• 11/30, 6-9p: BMP Setup
• 12/1, 6-9p: BMP Setup
• 12/2, 6:30p: BMP Training
• 12/4, 5-7p: Handing out BMP info at the square
• 12/5-6, 12-5p: Bethlehem Marketplace

STATS
Nov 1, 2026

• Bible Fellowship: 75
• Worship: 127
• Budget Offering: $7,030
• Budget Requirement: $7,883

I look forward to seeing you on Sunday. Love God – Love People! – pastor joe

THANK YOU!
Our Trunk or Treat this past Sunday is the biggest one we’ve had in a while and maybe ever. Thank you to Beth Henegar for coordinating everything. Thank you to everyone that provided a car, brought candy, had conversations with our guests, or served in any other way. A lot of good contacts were made. Pray that some of them will return in the upcoming weeks.

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS
Don’t forget to “Fall Back” your clocks before going to bed.

WORSHIP
Nov 1, 10a
Forgiven Much (Luke 7:36-50)
In Luke 7:36–50, we encounter a woman whose overwhelming gratitude for Jesus leads her to express her love in a remarkable way. While Simon the Pharisee sees only her sinful past, Jesus sees a repentant heart. Through a simple parable about two forgiven debtors, Jesus reveals a truth we all need to understand: regardless of how good or sinful we may appear outwardly, we are all in need of God's forgiveness. And when we truly recognize the depth of our sin and the completeness of Christ's forgiveness, our hearts are transformed. Those who are forgiven much, love much. The question is, do we love Him like that?

WORSHIP @ THE RUTHERFORD
Nov 1, 2p
This is an opportunity to brighten the day of the residents at The Rutherford Assisted Living. You can sing a song, lead a devotion, lead a craft, serve a snack, sit and talk, and more. See Gary Young to volunteer or to get more details.

YOUTH MINISTRY FAMILY COOKOUT
Nov 1, 5p
We’re meeting at the Posey’s (2259 Irby Ln) for a time of food, fellowship and fun. If you haven’t signed up, please let me know your family is coming.

MEMEBERS’ LUNCH AND MEETING
Nov 15, 11:30a
This is our quarterly Members’ lunch, business meeting and our Thanksgiving lunch. Please bring sides and desserts to share.

BETHLEHEM MARKETPLACE
Dec 5-6, 12-5p
Sign-ups start on Sunday. Don’t wait, sign up this Sunday. Construction begins on November 22 at 1p. See other construction dates and times below in the Upcoming Events section.

THE COMPASS
November edition
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DAYCARE FUNDRAISER
The daycare is selling 6.5" Poinsettias and 4" Christmas Cactus for $15 each. Sale ends this Sunday.

OPERATION CHIRSTMAS CHILD
Shoeboxes are now available in the foyer. So, if you have your own, please use it or purchase a “shoebox” sized tote to pack. Don’t forget to follow the instructions and include your shipping donation. The last day to turn in your shoebox is Nov 15.

UPCOMING EVENTS

• 11/8, 1p: Deacons’ Meeting
• 11/8, 2p: Safety Team Meeting
• 11/11, 11:30p: JOY Club Luncheon
• 11/14, 9:30-11:30a: BCM Fundraiser Breakfast
• 11/15, 11:30a: Members’ Lunch and Meeting
• 11/17-18: Tennessee Baptist Annual Meeting
• 11/22, 1-6p: BMP Setup
• 11/23, 6-9p: BMP Setup
• 11/24, 6-9p: BMP Setup
• 11/28, 8a-12p: BMP Setup
• 11/29, 1:30p: BMP Training
• 11/29, 1-6p: BMP Setup
• 11/30, 6-9p: BMP Setup

STATS
Oct 25, 2026

• Bible Fellowship: 64
• Worship: 119
• Budget Offering: $3,506
• Budget Requirement: $7,883

I look forward to seeing you on Sunday. Love God – Love People! – pastor joe