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“Growing in the Word”

They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. – Acts 2:42

God’s Word is so amazing that it not only empowers us, but it enables us to be all that God calls us to be in the world. One of the things that made the early followers of Christ effective in the mission of spreading the gospel was their constant gathering to study scripture, fellowship, and share meals. I believe that one thing that makes for a healthy congregation is intentional faith development by studying God’s Word. Simply put, the more we engage in learning and in small group study and conversations the more we will be strengthened in our individual lives and the overall mission that God has given to our church. If you are not currently a part of our Bible Study, I encourage you to join us on Facebook Live each Wednesday at 12:00 p.m. for “Wednesdays In the Word.” Even if you miss the livestream, remember the Bible Study video will remain on our Facebook page and will also be posted to our YouTube page (@CenterGroveUMCChurch) at your convenience.

Not only do we have a weekly Bible Study, but beginning on Ash Wednesday, February 17th, I invite you to join me for the “40 Days In the Word Challenge.” Each day, we will read and mediate on the same scripture readings together. Simply download the Bible App onto your smartphone or electronic device and click the link (https://bit.ly/3jVE9IG) to accept the invitation. You may also visit our website (www.centergroveumc.org) to download the reading plan. My hope is that in this season we grow in our knowledge and love for God’s Word.

Let’s grow together!

Pastor Cowser

CLICK HERE TO PARTICIPATE ON THE BIBLE APP

CLICK HERE TO PARTICIPATE ON THE BIBLE APP

Join the Pray Without Ceasing Ministry for prayer on the Prayer Line — Saturday, February 20th from 9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. For we know, prayer changes things, circumstances, situations, and much more!

Prayer Line Dial In Information:
Dial In Number: 978-990-5000

Access Code: 349017

Hosted By:
The Pray Without Ceasing Ministry

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Sunday Morning Worship

Join us for Sunday Morning Worship at 11:00 a.m. via Facebook Live on the Center Grove United Methodist Church Facebook page.

You can also join our live streaming worship service via the following media outlets:

Remember The Sick & Home-bound

Mrs. Evelyn Roberson
Mrs. Gladys Jacobs
Mrs. Madgie Jamar
Ms. Marjorie Ewing
Mrs. Cora King
Ms. Theresa Hope
Mrs. Zena Love Hill
Mr. Carl Bradley
Mrs. Barbara Baker
Mr. Bobby Readus
Mrs. Ollie Gilliam
Pastor Ruth J. Smith
Mrs. Cynthia Jackson
Mrs. B. Patricia Hill

Community Information

United Methodist Higher Education Foundation accepting scholarship applications for the 2021-2022 academic year.

Click the link below to apply:
https://www.umcna.org/postdetail/14931243

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The WEDC Foundation Scholar Program empowers women working toward an Associates or Undergraduate degree at a North Alabama college or university. The application is open now through April at www.wedcfoundation.org/scholar-application-2021

Benefits for accepted Scholars:

– Flexible Financial Assistance for Spring & Fall Semesters

– A one-on-one mentor for the entirety of the program

– Quarterly professional development workshops and networking opportunities.

Requirements for Applicants:

A woman who lives, works, and attends a SACs accredited school in the North Alabama counties of Madison, Marshall, Morgan, and Limestone. She must be a US Citizen, 19 or older, and have at least 12 (associates) to 24 (undergraduate) credit hours completed. Additional requirements are listed on our website at www.wedcfoundation.org/applicant-requirements

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