Newsletter June 21, 2024
Newsletter | June 21, 2024
Dear Cornerstone Family,
This Sunday we will welcome Dr. Randy Thompson to the pulpit. Dr. Thompson is honorably retired in our Presbytery, having served as an ordained pastor for 44 years, most recently for 22 years as the pastor of First Presbyterian Church in Tuscumbia, AL, which just celebrated its 200th anniversary. He and his wife Cathy have four children and nine grandchildren.
Dr. Thompson will be preaching from Colossians 3:1-4. Please be in prayer for him as he travels from Tuscumbia to preach to us this Sunday.
We will also have Seth Lewis, a missionary to Ireland, with us on Sunday for a missions moment and a combined Sunday School for adults and students.
The Joni & Friends team heads to Camp McDowell for a week of serving at family camp on Sunday. Thank you all for your support and prayers for this team and the week ahead.
See you Sunday!
Pastor Brian
Preparation for Worship
June 23, 2024
This Sunday's Sermon:
Colossians 3:1-4
Cornerstone Prayer Requests
Pray for church members caring for family - Diana Akridge, Susan Dupré, Kyle Mosier, Randy Petcher, and Mike and Carol Wellfare.
Pray for healing - Suzi and Bill Bolton, Phil Freeze, Earl Myers, Gayle Ricks, Ruby Petcher, Marc Goldmon, Risha Hoover, and those sick and suffering.
Pray for our homebound friends - Ruby Petcher and Betty Baldwin.
Pray for our expectant mothers - Kayla Few (August) and the McMillan adoption.
Pray for the Joni and Friends mission team this week as they serve at family camp.
Pray for ongoing construction projects and also our church neighbors.
Pray for peace in Israel, Ukraine, and Sudan.
Pray for our Missional Partnerships - Sacred Road Ministries and Westminster Presbyterian Church, Huntsville, AL (Pastor Joe Steele).
Announcements
Parking Lot Update - As parking lot construction continues, we’ve provided an update outlining important information that will help answer any questions or concerns you may have. You can click here to read the update.
Parking on Sundays - This Sunday, there will be some parking available in the gravel lot north of the church behind the Family Life Center. This will be the case for Sundays only, so please do not park there during the week. Please note that this is an unfinished parking lot without curbs or lines. Deacons will be present to assist. Parking is still available in the east lot on the Owens Drive side and between the main building and Family Life Center. The lawn in front of the sanctuary is no longer available for parking or walking, so please steer clear of that area for your safety.
Communion - Communion will be held next Sunday, June 30.
Guest Preacher - This Sunday we will welcome Dr. Randy Thompson to the pulpit. Dr. Thompson is honorably retired in our Presbytery, having served as an ordained pastor for 44 years, most recently for 22 years as the pastor of First Presbyterian Church in Tuscumbia, AL. He and his wife Cathy have four children and nine grandchildren.
Combined Sunday School - This Sunday we will have a combined Sunday School class for students and adults in the sanctuary. Seth Lewis, a missionary to Ireland, will be our speaker.
Ladies Prayer Meeting - This Wednesday, June 26 at 10:30 am at Micki Smith’s house. For location details, please contact Mollie Cohee at (205) 222-5044.
New Members Class - The next new members class will begin Sunday, August 18. If you’re interested in becoming a member or learning more about Cornerstone, please email office@cornerstonehuntsville.org to sign up.
Side by Side Books Now Available - While Pastor Wilson is on sabbatical this summer, he invites you to read a book along with him called Side by Side - Walking with Others in Wisdom and Love by Ed Welch. You can purchase a copy in the Gathering Room for $7.
Manna House Serve Days - There is a great opportunity to plug in and serve the community with Cornerstone folks on Thursdays at the Manna House. Anyone can come for any amount of time between 1-6:30 pm.
Benevolence - If you are in need of financial assistance or other needs due to hardship, please see a deacon or contact needs@cornerstonehuntsville.org.
Ministry Opportunity - Interested in reaching out to our church members who need help with minor home improvements or repairs? If so, contact David Hoover at ddhoover53@gmail.com for more information.
Bookshelf Ministry - The church resource bookshelf is currently located on the second floor between the balcony and the adult Sunday School rooms. There are some great free books and resources there!
Missions Moment
Each week we want to highlight one of our missional partnerships. Please take a moment to learn about these wonderful ministries that Cornerstone has the privilege of serving alongside.
This week's highlighted ministries:
The Mission of Cornerstone Presbyterian Church is to be a community of Christ's followers who worship, grow, and serve together to glorify God in Huntsville and throughout the world.
Please contact the church office by Thursday for changes or additions to prayer requests.
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