Pastor's Corner
Dear Church Family and Friends,
As we near the end of 2021, it has no doubt been an exciting year of transition and we have seen God’s provision in amazing ways! For almost 10 years, the Lord has been, and continues to be, generous to Cornerstone. He has provided for and protected us in more ways than we can enumerate. Praise God, from whom all blessings flow!
I want to highlight and offer thanksgiving for some of God’s lavish blessings to us this past year:
- The Lord has protected us and allowed us to continue ministry in a pandemic.
- The Lord graciously showed us this past spring that it was not the time t0 build on our downtown property. As building costs were rising, it became clear that we should not move forward with our building initiative. But as always, God took what could have been a great discouragement and used it for good!
- God was faithful to provide an entire church facility that we now call home at 1413 McClung Avenue. There were at least two major efforts to purchase or use this property in Cornerstone’s past. God’s providential timing is always a blessing!
- The body of Christ at Cornerstone rallied together in a remarkable way to renovate our new home and prepare it for ministry.
- We had a team of over 30 people participate in the Joni and Friends Family Camp this past summer.
- As our expenses started to rise, and we were absorbing renovation costs of our new facility, the Lord graciously provided a way for us to exit our lease early on the Martha Pullen building.
- And finally, our new church home afforded us the opportunity to not only resume Sunday School but grow our Sunday School ministry to children and adults.
And these are just a few of the many things for which we offer thanksgiving to our Lord!
“Oh give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever!” (1 Chronicles 16:34)
 As we near the end of the year, the Session and Finance Committee would like to update you regarding the ongoing stewardship activities of the church. God has provided, and continues to bless Cornerstone. It is now our responsibility and privilege to be faithful stewards of the resources that He has given us. God has been faithful to provide and Cornerstone has never lacked the financial resources to fulfill her mission and vision. Whether it has been hiring new staff, paying rental expenses or purchasing property, the Lord was generous to us this past year.
A letter will be mailed out to the congregation this week. Please take the time to read the letter and pray for Cornerstone.
See you Sunday!
by His grace and to His praise,
Pastor Wilson
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Preparation for Worship
November 12, 2021
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Announcements
Communion - We will celebrate The Lord’s Supper this Sunday , November, 14th.
New Members Class - If you are interested in membership or learning more about Cornerstone, please join us during Sunday School in The Gathering Room across from the Sanctuary this Sunday at 9:45.
Thanksgiving Fellowship Meal - Sunday November 21, we will have a catered meal after the second service in the Family Life Center. To help us prepare for this occasion please indicate at the bottom of the “Connect Card” if you are coming and how many in your family will attend. A suggested donation of $5.00 per person or $15.00 family max. Please RSVP at this link and please indicate the number attending. Thanksgiving RSVP
Host International Students for Thanksgiving - Each year, InFocus works to connect international students with American families for Thanksgiving. If you are interested in hosting one or more international students this Thanksgiving, please send an e-mail to Seth Waldecker at seth@paradigms.net.
Christmas ADVENTure- Please save the date for a family Advent party December 5, 3-5pm in the family life center. Please join us as we celebrate the advent season together as a church family. Crafts, activities and yummy treats. RSVP to Paige McClure.
Nursery volunteers needed - You can sign up in the nursery or email our Nursery Coordinator Christina Wendorf, christina@cornerstonehuntsville.org .
Women's Ministry Opportunities
- Jessie Tree - All ladies are invited to join Cornerstone Women's Ministry on Wednesday, November 17th from 7:00-8:30pm as we enjoy a Jesse Tree Party! 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! The party will be at the Family Life Center located at Cornerstone Church (address is 1413 McClung Ave.). All ladies are welcome to come visit even if not participating in the ornament exchange.
- Prayer Time - Ladies our monthly prayer time will be this Thursday, November 18th at 10am on the 2nd floor. Email Elena Lewis you prayer request. bruce.lewis.family@juno.com
- Christmas Decoration - Ladies are invited to decorate for our first Advent season at Cornerstone's new home on Tuesday November 23rd at 9 am. An additional time to help will be to add poinsettias on Saturday morning, December 4. There will also be opportunities to help at other times during the season. If Interested please contact Jane Bise janebise@gmail.com or Anne Harbarger anne.harbarger@gmail.com
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Cornerstone Prayer Request
- Pray for church members caring for family - Lora Abernathy, Diana Akridge, Bryan Gassaway, Rick McCann, Alan Patterson, Randy Petcher, Mike Bayless and Bill & JoAnn Sneed.
- Pray for healing - Maria Chisum, Earl Rick, Anna Parks, April and Loren DeJong, Terry Ware, Olivia Hitt and baby daughter Violet.
- Pray for our nursing home residents - Ruby Petcher & Marcy Renegar.
- Pray for our expectant mothers - Amy Eckenrode (December), Julia King (March), and Abby Junen (May).
- Pray for our Missional Partnerships - Rodney and Jana Davila- MTW and First Presbyterian, Russellville, AL - Student Pastor - Corey Lanier
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Mission's 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 ministry:
Rodney and Jana Davila - MTW Missionaries
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Please contact the church office by Thursday morning for changes or additions to the prayer requests.
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