08.17.25

ORDER OF WORSHIP                                                                            
“Let Us Worship”
Welcome—Greg Dowell
Call to Worship—Julianna Belcher, Madalyn Schaffer, & Jordan Biesboer

“To God Be the Glory” - #4
“Great Things”
“Salvation Belongs to Our God”
“Holy Forever”
Communion—Kent Cornelius
Offering—Kent Cornelius

“I Love You, Lord” - #779
“On Zion’s Glorious Summit” #227
Prayer—Ethan Christian
Dismiss for Children’s Worship in Hangar C
Scripture Reading—1 Samuel 25:28-35—George Reeves
“Unsung Heroes of Faith: Abigail”—Mic Biesboer

“Lord, Reign in Me”
Benediction—Doug Richardson
SUMMER INTERN
Thank you, Ethan! We’re so thankful for Ethan Christian and the amazing job he’s done this summer! From leading worship to coordinating our Art Gala—and jumping in to help in so many ways—he’s been a huge blessing. Ethan is well on his way to becoming an amazing worship minister, and we’re grateful for the time we’ve had with him.
Please be sure to give Ethan a big ’Thank You’  for all he has done!

LADIES’ COFFEE
Ladies of all ages are invited to gather for coffee and fellowship on Wednesday, August 27, from 10:00-11:30am in the Commons.

COUPLES SHOWER
Honoring Kendrick Logan (son of Kevin & Virgie Logan) & Rebecca Rutkowski on Saturday, September 6, from 2:00-4:30pm at The Blanton at High Plains Children’s Home (11 Dorothy Dr). Selections: Target, Pottery Barn, & Williams Sonoma.

SPIRITUAL DIRECTION
Would you like to be more attentive to God’s voice and work in your life? Tim McMenamy is a certified spiritual director and is available for spiritual direction for those desiring to draw closer to God. These sessions involve monthly one-on-one meetings focused on helping you deepen your relationship with God and increase an awareness of God’s presence and working in one’s life.  Contact Tim at 806.679.9141.

WELCOME!
Today we want to introduce Mallory Gee! Mallory grew up in Amarillo and attended WT. She is the technology teacher at Crockett Middle School. She enjoys reading and being outdoors in her free time. She loves the community of people at Central and is excited to officially join this faith community!
Steve & Carla Branson are also joining the faith community at Central. Carla is the mother of Mallory and has lived in Amarillo for 40 years. Steve & Carla were married in 2014 and enjoy golf and traveling. Their favorite thing about Central is the friendliness. We are so excited to have Steve, Carla, and Mallory with us.

NEW CURRICULUM BEGINS AUG 24
We are beginning a 6-week curriculum in our Sunday adult Bible classes starting on August 24. These lessons will walk through our new vision of Live. Jesus. Together. The curriculum was developed by Mic Biesboer, Greg Dowell, and Hannah McNeill.
If you don't attend class or haven't found a class community yet, this is a great time to jump in and try a class. Find a full list of our class offerings on www.amarillocentral.org. You'll find it listed on the "Adult Discipleship" page under "Ministries."

PALO DURO CANYON CAMPOUT
SEPTEMBER 5-6
Let’s go camping! RV and tent sites are available for $60 plus park entry fee. Cabins (outside the park) are also available for $100 plus park entry fee. Contact Kenneth Shepherd at 806.316.2149 for more information.
If you would like to join in the activities but not camp, come to the Canyon and join us during the day! (Park entry fee required.)

CHILDREN'S MINISTRY NEWS
BACK TO SCHOOL FOAM PARTY
Join us after church on Sunday, August 24, from 12:pm-2:30pm for a back to school party! Bring a picnic lunch and meet us at High Plains Children’s Home for a foam party, frozen treats, and soft play for the littles. Check the app for more details!

STUDENT MINISTRY NEWS
WEDNESDAY NIGHT
MS & HS will meet in the Youth Space from 6:30-8:00pm. Details on the app!

TOGETHER GIRLS CONFERENCE
An event for girls created by girls to equip and encourage.
HS & MS girls mark your calendar for this event at Central October 25-26! Sign up on the app today!
PRAYERS FOR CENTRAL FAMILY
Kennedy Malone         Shanna
Emma Jansa                 JaNet Trujillo
Jerry Mealey, Jr.           Toni Kizer
Haylee Magill               Terry Hopkins
Barbara Griffith           Nikki Mason
Erin Carter                    
Tony & Shana Morrow
Marilyn Jackson & Heaven
Brittany Norman’s friends & family

SYMPATHY
Regena Ladd, Dennis Littlefield,  Keena Ladd, Zayden Ladd and families on the passing of their mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, Roberta Littlefield, on August 9.
08/03/25
Worship In-Person                             409
Worship Online                                    45

08/10/25
Worship In-Person                              394
Worship Online                                     42
Family Camp                                         63
Contribution                                 $31,942

Financials for January thru June
Budgeted Contribution          
($35,000 @ 26 weeks)            $910,000

Actual Contributions                $930,681
Non-Contributed Funds              59,620

Total                                          $990,301
Actual Expenditures                 $952,134