Newsletter May 26, 2023
Newsletter | May 26, 2023
Dear Cornerstone Family:
Late last week, we all received news of the passing into glory of two men, Tim Keller and Harry Reeder, who had a tremendous impact on the PCA and God's Kingdom all over the world. These men both pastored their respective congregations for decades and were responsible for the planting of churches in their own communities and through their influence, all over the United States and beyond. As authors and speakers, they proclaimed the Gospel to millions through their writings, radio, podcasts, and conferences. When Audrey and I were in pre-marital counseling in the year 2000, our pastor gave us some bootleg cassette tapes (still have them!) of Tim Keller speaking on marriage as part of our homework. This was long before the release of his book "The Meaning of Marriage", which is one of his many books that have been an encouragement to me in life and ministry. Not long after that, we moved to Charlotte for seminary, right after Harry Reeder had left the church he planted there and moved to Briarwood in Birmingham. During that time in seminary, I began to hear stories of his ministry and since then have admired his leadership in our denomination, as well as his leadership in his home as I have gotten to know his son Ike over the years.
It's difficult to sum up adequately the ministries of both of these men, who loved Jesus and the Church so well, and who are now rejoicing in the presence of our Savior. We give thanks for their life and ministry and praise God for them. Please continue to pray for their families and congregations.
Below there are articles linked where various pastors and others have written some wonderful tributes reflecting on the lives of these two pastors.
Blessings,
Pastor Brian
Dr. Michael Kruger, president of RTS Charlotte on Tim Keller
https://www.michaeljkruger.com/my-tribute-to-tim-keller/
Dr. Paul Tripp, Counselor, on Tim Keller
50 Quotes from Tim Keller from The Gospel Coalition
https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/50-quotes-tim-keller/
Dr. Kevin DeYoung, pastor of Christ Covenant PCA in Charlotte, NC remembers Harry Reeder
https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/harry-reeder/
The World and Everything In It, includes part of a sermon by Harry Reeder
https://wng.org/podcasts/departures-harry-reeder-iii-1684699246
Obituary of Harry Reeder
https://obits.al.com/us/obituaries/birmingham/name/harry-reeder-obituary?pid=204545873
Preparation for Worship
May 28, 2023
This Sunday's Sermon:
“From World’s End to Enthroned”
Psalm 61
A Letter of Thanks to the Congregation
Dear Cornerstone,
I want to thank Cornerstone Presbyterian Church for being a church home to me as I commuted from Huntsville to care for my mom, a resident at Redstone Village. You all opened your hearts and many of you opened your homes to me and provided comfort, advise, and meals as I needed them. Cornerstone was a solace, my worship home in Huntsville.
My mom, Ria Pulles turns 100 years old today. Earlier this week she sustained a fall, shattering her femur. Surgery was not advised, so we moved her to the inpatient hospice across the street from Redstone Village where her pain could be managed and comfort measures administered. As planned, nearly my whole family has gathered this weekend to celebrate mom. When she was 95, she became a believer in the Lord Jesus and His salvation and today her entrance into HIs arms is imminent. Thank you, Cornerstone, for everything.
Jeanette Tulis
Cornerstone Missions T-Shirt Fundraiser
Last Day to Order - JUne 5
The proceeds from these t-shirts will go to support the Joni & Friends and Yakama summer mission teams.
Cornerstone Prayer Requests
Pray for church members caring for family - Lora Abernathy, Diana Akridge, Susan Dupré, Bryan Gassaway, Rick McCann, Kyle Mosier, Randy Petcher, and Bill and JoAnn Sneed.
Pray for healing -Suzi Bolton, Phil Freeze, Anne Harbarger, Mary Allen Junen, Matthew Lawrence, Elena Lewis, Kara Beth McClure, Mari Carmen Wendorf, and Abby Reese Wren.
Pray for our homebound friends - Ruby Petcher and Betty Baldwin.
Pray for our expectant mothers - Amy Eckenrode (July), Andrea Mace (July), Ashley Collete (August), Christina Hall (August), Sami Pottorf (August), Denia Dillon (August), and Melanie Bray (September).
Pray for General Assembly, June 12th-16th, in Memphis, TN.
Pray for our Missional Partnerships - North Alabama Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Westminster Presbyterian Church, Huntsville, AL (Pastor Joe Steele).
Announcements
Nursery Volunteers Needed! - We need help on Sunday mornings to care for our children in the nursery. If you are a member and would like to volunteer, or have questions, email christina@cornerstonehuntsville.org
Church Office Closed - Monday, May 29th, in observance of Memorial Day.
VBS - “Summer Seaquest” is coming up June 5th-8th. Registration is open! Go to https://www.cornerstonehuntsville.org/events-list/summer-seaquest-vbs to register. Questions? Email Paige McClure at paige@cornerstonehuntsville.org.
Women's Summer Bible Study - "Entrusted to be Invested" is a six week study on 1 Timothy published by the PCA Women's Ministry beginning the 2nd week in June. See below to register or if you have questions contact Heidi at heidi@cornerstonehuntsville.org.
VBS Snacks! - Please help us bless our VBS volunteers with yummy snacks and special treats during their work at VBS. Contact Kelly Butler at (205) 422-8232 with any questions. Click HERE to sign up.
Cornerstone T-Shirts to Support Summer Missions - The Yakama and Joni and Friends summer teams are selling Cornerstone logo T-shirts as a fundraiser. You may reserve yours HERE. Last day to order, June 5th.
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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:
North Alabama Fellowship of Christian Athletes
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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