To all Visitors, it is an honor to have you with us today. I trust that you will be able to experience the love and grace of our Lord and Savior. As you know, being part of the family of God goes even deeper than being part of our earthly families as we look forward to that eternal day in heaven where the faithful will one day gather around the throne with our Lord Christ Jesus. A Christian without a church is like a child without a family. In this cold world of doubt, problems, and hatred; we need a place of love, fellow-ship, prayer, and happiness. You need a church like this one to place your membership so that you can be part of this great gospel family. Again, thanks for taking the time to visit us, we look forward to seeing you again as various opportunities arise. If there is anything we can do for you, please don't hesitate to contact Nicholas Mensah (Minister) at 240-294-6567 (H) or 240-305-8826 (C).

Welcome, Visitors!

MINISTER:

Nicholas Mensah

LEADERS:

Freeman Addo

James Osei

Emmanuel Odame

King Binney

Kingsley Boateng

S U N D A Y N O V E M B E R 0 4 V O L U M E 4 8 , I S S U E 1

See then that

you walk circum-

spectly, not as

fools but as wise,

redeeming the

time, because the

days are evil.

Eph 5:15-16.

ADDRESS:

6420 Adelphi Rd

Hyattsville,

MD 20782

PHONE:

240-330-6462

240-305-8826

240-299-5626

E-MAIL:

coc.gh.md@gmail.com

office@churchofchristgh -

md.org

WEBSITE:

churchofchristghmd.org

(Ghanaian Congregation)

Hyattsville, MD

QUOTATION OF THE WEEK—Gal. 3:38 presented by Boateng Family “There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.”

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RULERULERULERULE Do to others what you Do to others what you Do to others what you Do to others what you would have them do to would have them do to would have them do to would have them do to you …” Matt 7:12. you …” Matt 7:12. you …” Matt 7:12. you …” Matt 7:12. This quotation stands as “The Golden Rule”. A command given by Jesus when He gave His great Sermon on the Mount. Thought-fully, it is of great valve to humanity. At every moment of our lives, each person ex-pects a fair treatment from the other. When this happens joy and gratitude fill and flow out of one’s heart. Contrary, when one is treated unfairly (not as wanted) feelings are hurt and consequently a relationship suffers. Therefore, it behooves on each one of us to always apply “The Golden Rule” to our lives. An attitude full of love, compassion, respect and in addi-tion, honesty should come out of one‘s ac-tion. BBBByyyy SSSSAAAA

God created us not only to have relationships with Him but to develop and experience a loving relationships with oth-ers. However, our sinful-ness often gets in the way. An example is Adam's response when God called him in the garden. Somebody para-phrased the conversa-tion like this, “I heard you want to communi-cate with me, but know-ing I had disobeyed you, I was afraid you would not love me anymore. It seemed better to hide so you could not find the truth. Actually, it's not my fault! The woman you gave me caused the whole prob-lem.” Adam struggled to communicate properly with God because of his sin. We too can have the same attitude. Sin, pride; and so on can cause us to not communicate properly with God and others. The Bible gives many di-rectives for the words we use in communicat-ing with others. The fol-lowing are Ten Com-mandments that reflect fundamental principles

of godly communica-tion. 1. Your words are to be truthful. Proverbs 12:22. The LORD de-tests lying lips, but he delights in men who are truthful. 2. Your words are to be pleasing to God. Psalm 19:14). May the words of my mouth and the meditations of my heart be pleasing in your sight. 3. Your words are to be life-giving. Prov-erbs 18:21. The tongue has the power of life and death. 4. Your words are to be encouraging. 1Thess 5:11. Encour-age one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing. 5. Your words are to be gracious. Ecclesi-astes 10:12. Words from a wise man's mouth are gracious, but a fool is consumed by his own lips. 6. Your words are to be wise. Proverbs 10:13. Wisdom is found on the lips of the dis-cerning, but a rod is for the back of him who lacks judgment."

7. Your words are to be few. Proverbs 10:19. When words are many, sin is not absent, but he who holds his tongue is wise. 8. Your words are to be timely. !" Proverbs 15:23. A man finds joy in giving an apt reply—and how good is a timely word. 9. Your words are to be an investment. . Proverbs 12:14. From the fruit of his lips a man is filled with good things as surely as the work of his hands rewards him. 10. Your words are to be loving. 1 Corin-thians 13:1. If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I am only a re-sounding gong or a clanging cymbal.

I encourage you to develop closer and honest relationships with others by commu-nicating honestly and openly with them. You shall not give false testi-mony. Exodus 20:16.

God Bless you Nicholas Mensah 240-305-8826

BIBLE READING Gal 5:24-26

Communication is a skill that you can learn. It's like riding a bicycle or typing. If you're willing to work at it, you can rapidly improve the quality of every part of your life.

Motivational Quotes by Brian Tracy courtesy Bro. J. Oseiby Brian Tracy courtesy Bro. J. Oseiby Brian Tracy courtesy Bro. J. Oseiby Brian Tracy courtesy Bro. J. Osei

“TEN COMMANDMENTS OF GODLY COMMUNICATION” “TEN COMMANDMENTS OF GODLY COMMUNICATION” “TEN COMMANDMENTS OF GODLY COMMUNICATION” “TEN COMMANDMENTS OF GODLY COMMUNICATION”

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Family News & Notes • Today is our first Leadership Workshop for all the Leaders and Sub-Ministry Leaders to evaluate the ac-

tivities of each Ministry and make recommendations for the future direction of the Church. This will start

soon after worship and will last for about 6 hours, so please don’t wait for your husband or wife.

• Last Sunday was our Minister’s Appreciation Day. If you forgot your gift or donation, it is not too late.

You can still give it to Bro Osei, Bro Bonsu or Bro. Kankam today.

• The Open Bible Forum tonight will feature a presentation by Evang. Nat Kissi of NY on the topic, "The

Nature of Our Spiritual Warfare - What does the Bible say about ghost, witchcraft, deliverance, etc.

Time: 8:30pm, Tel: 760 569 9000, Code: 359255#. Everyone is encouraged to join us.

• Be reminded of the prayer line every Tues. Time 9-10pm (Tel: 760 569 9000, Code: 359255#). This week

Bro. Willie will lead. Let us continue to thank God for Sis. Jemima’s healing and to pray for others who

are still sick . Those in Ghana are Fred Kotey, Bernard Asante (Meldy’s brother —brain tumor), Md.

Esther Ansah (mild stroke) and Comfort Adjei (breast cancer) - Awuah’s Family, Bro. Safo’s Mom (mild

stroke), Elder Douglas (frequent illness), Mame Dodua, grand daughter of Elder Douglas (frequent illness)

and Charles Kofi Adade, a Christian Brother who needs a kidney transplant. Also pray for a full recovery

for Sister Ruth of NY Church (underwent surgery for brain tumor), Florence Gyamfi’s brother who is in

recovery and for Bro. Charles Morfaw (brain tumor), the father of Geraldine who is a friend of Sisters

Glory & Christy and Mrs. Evelyn Opoku-Duah (breast cancer).

• This Sat, Fasting and Prayers will be based on the theme “Faith into Victory” based on Job 42:12-15.

• Sister Rebecca Ozomah, a Nigerian Sister with the Laurel Church who often visits us, is inviting the entire

Church to a “Service of Songs” to honor her late mother on Sat Nov 10 at 6pm (after prayers) at Laurel

Church, 7111 Cherry Lane, Laurel, MD 20707. For further questions call Sister Ozomah at 240-305-8826.

• We have received an invitation for an up coming Prayer Conference to be held at 10764 Baltimore Ave-

nue, Beltsville, MD 20705, on Fri and Sat, Dec 7th and 8th respectively, 10am to 4pm both dates. For fur-

ther questions, please contact Bro. James Osei.

• Wedding invitation from Lydia and Augustine. 2pm on Sat Dec1 at 20021 Aircraft Dr, Germantown, MD.

• Today—Joint Sub-Min Leaders Workshop

• Tue 11/06—Prayer Line

• Wed 11/07—Bible Studies

• Sat 11/10—Fasting and Prayers

• Sun 11/11—Ladies/Leaders Meeting/Nursing H

• Sat 11/17—Couples Nite Out ($40/$20)

• Sun 11/18—Joint-Sub Ministry Meeting

• Fri 11/23—Fasting and All-Night Prayers

Upcoming Events & Activities General Announcements Last Week Attendance:

Sun. School—59 (25 Children, 34 Adults)

Sun. Worship—77 (26 Children, 51 Adults)

Wed. Evening—26 (15 Children, 11 Adults)

BIRTHDAYS ANNIVERSARIESBIRTHDAYS ANNIVERSARIESBIRTHDAYS ANNIVERSARIESBIRTHDAYS ANNIVERSARIES

• Yesterday—Evelyn Opare (Happy belated B’day)

• Mon 11/05—Kofi Freeman(Fiifi)

• none

Sunday Morning NOV 04, 2012 NOV 11, 2012 Morning Devotion: Solo Gyamfi I Amoako Adults’ Bible Class: N. Mensah (Mins) N. Mensah (Mins) N. Converts Class: K Binney/F Addo K Binney/F Addo Visitors Class: F Addo/K Binney F Addo/K Binney Children’s Bible Class: Solo G/S Awuah Solo G/S Awuah Songs Leader: S Kumi/I Amoako I Amoako/Willie S. Interpreter: I. Amoako/S. Awuah S. Kumi/S. Awuah Opening Prayer: Willie S/A Addico S Awuah/M Webb Lord’s Table : Solo G/E Odame K Antwi/F Addo (Assist—Top) Augustine A/M Webb E Dickson/Appiah N. (Assist—Sides) P Bonsu/Addo Jnr M Webb/B Bonsu Scripture Reading: Awele N/A Addico S Awuah/Solo G Preaching: N. Mensah (Mins) N. Mensah (Mins) Prayer Request : K Boateng/S Awuah Kankam A/P Bonsu Closing Prayer: K Binney/E Odame F Addo/Baning F Announcement: K Boateng E Odame Ushers: Doris O/Irene A Doris O/Irene A Greeters: S Awuah/A Balfour Addo Family Children’s Worship: Kate B/Mawusi/Joyce O Kate B/Mawusi/Joyce O Cleaning Duty Roster: Naana W/Precious M Naana W/Precious M K Bonsu/F Dadzie K Bonsu/F Dadzie Tuesday Prayer Line: NOV 06, 2012 NOV 13, 2012 Willie S/Solo G. I Amoako/Solo G. Wednesday Evening NOV 07, 2012 NOV 07, 2012 Songs Leader: F Addo A Addico Bible Class: Solo Gyamfi Solo Gyamfi Children’s Class: Kate Binney Glory M

Sunday Morning Bible Class:...................................... 9:30 AM Sunday Morning Worship:...........................................10:30 AM Wed. Evening Bible Class: .......................................... 7:30 PM 1st Sat. of the Month Fasting & Prayers:……………...3:30 PM 3rd Fri. of the Month Half-Night Prayers:……………...10:00 PM

Serving Each Other

Times for Worship and Study

God’s Salvation Plan 1. Hear the Gospel. Romans 10:17 2. Believe on the Lord & His Word. Mk 16:16; Jn 8:24 3. Repent of your sins. Luke 13:3,5; Acts 17:30 4. Confess Christ. Matt 10:32,33; Lk. 12:8; Rom10:9 5. Be Baptized for the remission of sins. Acts 2:38; Mark 16:16; Gal 3:27 6. Live a faithful, dedicated life. Revelation 2:10; 2 Peter 1:5-10