Newsletter October 27, 2023
Newsletter | October 27, 2023
Dear Cornerstone Family,
On October 31, 1517, Martin Luther nailed a document called the “95 Theses” to the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg, Germany, and the Protestant Reformation began to spread throughout Europe.
Looking at the picture below, it seems that a modern-day Martin Luther found his way to Cornerstone and nailed a document to the door of the Children's Assembly Room!
Children, be on the lookout for a special visitor during Sunday School this Sunday.
As we continue our own study of Romans, be encouraged by this quote from Luther, as he describes having his eyes opened to the truths of Scripture in regard to justification by faith:
“Then I began to comprehend the ‘righteousness of God’ through which the righteous are saved by God’s grace, namely, through faith; that the ‘righteousness of God’ which is revealed through the Gospel was to be understood in a passive sense in which God through mercy justifies man by faith, as it is written, ‘The just shall live by faith.’ Thereupon I felt myself to be reborn and to have gone through open doors into paradise. The whole of Scripture took on a new meaning, and whereas before the ‘justice of God’ had filled me with hate, now it became to me inexpressibly sweet in greater love.” — Martin Luther
See you Sunday!
Pastor Brian
Preparation for Worship
October 29, 2023
This Sunday's Sermon:
“The Gospel of God: Help in Prayer”
Romans 8:26-27
Cornerstone Prayer Requests
Pray for church members caring for family - Diana Akridge, Susan Dupré, Bryan Gassaway, Kyle Mosier, Randy Petcher, Bill and JoAnn Sneed, and Mike and Carol Wellfare.
Pray for healing - Suzi and Bill Bolton, Phil Freeze, Anne Harbarger, Matthew Lawrence, Abby Reese Wren, Gary Abernathy, Kendall Junen, Jack Trotter, Kelly Davenport, Palmer Summers, Loren De Jong, Kevin McClure, and Elizabeth Shorter.
Pray for our homebound friends - Ruby Petcher and Betty Baldwin.
Pray for our expectant mothers - Olivia Clemons (January) and Lauren Hudgins (February).
Pray for our transition time during construction.
Pray for our Missional Partnerships - Alabama Church Planting Network (Rev. Jeph Guinan) and Grace Presbyterian Church, Fort Payne, AL (Rev. Dave Latham).
Announcements
Communion - Communion will be held this Sunday, October 29th.
FOUNDATIONS - Will conclude for the fall this Wednesday from 5:45-7:15 pm in the Family Life Center. Any and all are welcome to join. For more information, please visit cornerstonehuntsville.org/foundations.
Joni & Friends: Alabama Warrior Getaway - This retreat on November 2nd-6th at Camp McDowell serves American servicemen and women who have visible and invisible injuries as a result of military service. Veterans, along with their families, are provided a safe space for respite, spiritual renewal, and healing. Families experience fellowship with others facing similar difficulties and find new hope in Christ. For more information and to register, please click here.
Women’s Ministry Events:
Baby Shower - The Women’s Ministry is hosting a baby shower for two expectant mothers on Sunday, November 5th from 2-4 pm in the Family Life Center. For more information, please click here. To RSVP, please email Shelby Hundscheid at hundscheids@gmail.com.
Cornerstone College Exam Boxes 2023 - Please help us fill encouraging boxes for our Cornerstone college students as they prepare for exams! Collection days are Sunday, November 5th and 12th. For more information and to sign up for item donations, please click here.
Jesse Tree Christmas Party - Join us on Sunday, November 26th from 4-5:30 pm as we enjoy a Jesse Tree Christmas Party with cookies and cocoa! The Jesse Tree is a wonderful way to celebrate the incarnation of Christ and the whole story of the Bible with your family each Christmas! For more information and to sign up for the ornament exchange, please click here.
Senior High Sunday Night Fellowship - High school students, please join us on November 5th from 7-8:30 pm at the Shorters’ home for a night of fellowship.
Thanksgiving Potluck Lunch - Sunday, November 19th. More details to come soon!
Roots Winter Retreat - Registration is now open! The Roots Winter Retreat is January 19th-21st at Camp Toknowhim for 6th-12th grade. It will be a great time of fellowship, hearing the Word, and worship. Register here
Restrooms Closed - For the next few Sundays, the restrooms on the 2nd floor, west end near adult Sunday School will be closed due to renovations. Please use the single restrooms on the 2nd floor or the restrooms in the FLC.
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 - Be sure to check out this resource ministry in the Family Life Center lobby. There are free books, tracts, and audio teaching CDs for you to take or give to someone.
RSVP to Shelby Hundscheid at hundscheids@gmail.com
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:
Alabama Church Planting Network (Rev. Jeph Guinan)
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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