a church in montpelier, ohio
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Welcome
Nov 8th
Welcome to Bridgewater Community Church. We are delighted that you have found our website and hope that the resources here will allow you to become acquainted with what we believe and the ways our church can serve you and your family. We invite you to join us this weekend for our Sunday service as well as our Wednesday evening events.
At BCC, we believe that God has a perfect plan for every life and that the Bible shows us how we can find true peace and joy. So many individuals and families are searching desperately for a purpose and looking hopelessly for the help that only God can give. Helping people know and understand that plan is what we will explore together in God’s Word.
At BCC, you will find a church family that sincerely cares for you; we invite you and your family to attend.
Pastor Mark Pitman
Baby Dedication
Jan 25th
January 22, 2012 Baby Dedication at Bridgewater CC.
4 “Hear, O Israel! The LORD is our God, the LORD is one! 5 You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. 6 These words, which I am commanding you today, shall be on your heart. 7 You shall teach them diligently to your sons and shall talk of them when you sit in your house and when you walk by the way and when you lie down and when you rise up.” (Deut 6:4-7 [show] [4]"Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God, the LORD is one. [5]You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. [6]And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart. [7]You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise. (ESV)
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Upcoming Events at BCC
Jan 23rd
This Week:
Adult Bible Fellowship (ABF)—Sunday Evenings from 6:00 – 7:00PM Tom & Claudia Kochert will be hosting an Adult Bible Fellowship at their home. If you are interested in learning more about the great stories communicated in both the Old Testament and New Testament, this is the class for you. Tom Kochert: 419-212-5271, tckochert@hotmail.com
Reignforest: Where God Reigns and Kids Grow—Wednesday, January 25th - 6:30 – 8:00 PM. Reignforest is for children in 1st – 6th grade. There is a sign-up sheet at the Welcome Center if you can help provide snacks. Claudia Kochert: 419-212-5274, tckochert@hotmail.com
Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group—Wednesday, January 25th – 6:30 – 8:00 PM. Meet at the annex. Drew Shepard: 419-551-7991; Robert Houk: 419-485-3148
Adult Bible Study—Wednesday, January 25th – 6:45 – 7:45 PM. Meet in the Sanctuary. Pastor Mark: 419-485-8229, mark@bridgewatercc.org
Upcoming Events and Notes of Interest
Movie Night—Find a sitter for the kids and join us on Friday, January 27th beginning at 7:00PM to watch the movie Courageous. Russ and Vicki Lanius will be hosting this event at their home. Teenagers are welcome to attend. No child care will be provided. Please bring a snack to share; popcorn and drinks will be provided. RSVP by Sunday, January 22nd to Tabitha Callaway. Tabitha Calalway: 419-212-3781, tabicallaway@yahoo.com
Mission Team Dinner—Join us for a chicken and noodle dinner following the morning service on Sunday, January 29th which will be provided by the 2012 Mission Team. All donations will go towards the upcoming BCC Mission trip.
Capital Campaign Kickoff—We will be kicking off our 2012 Capital Campaign on Sunday, January 29th. Information will be giving during the Mission Team Dinner.
Secret Sisters—Ladies, if you would like to have a Secret Sister for 2012, please fill out the Secret Sister form and return it to Ann Marie or put it in the off by January 29th.
Nursery & Sunday School Volunteers—A new Nursery and Children’s Sunday School schedule will soon be made. If you are willing to volunteer some of your time with our children, please contact Rachel Gendron. If you are currently a volunteer and you know of dates you are not available, please contact Rachel. Rachel Gendron: 419-485-4164, sunnymoore24@hotmail.com
Attention Parents of Children in the Nursery—To help keep germs, dirt and snow out of the nursery as well as keep little ones in the nurrsery, we have started a new pick-up procedure. When coming down to get your child(ren) following services (Sunday School or Morning Worship), please wait in the hallway. The workers will collect your things and get your child for you at the door. Please help us with this transition and contact Rachel if you have any questions. Rachel Gendron: 419-485-4164, sunnymoore24@hotmail.com
Cancellation Policy—In the event of inclement weather on Sunday mornings, we will leave a message on the church answering machine, have it posted on our webpage and it will also be announced on WBCL, 89.5 FM. All church related activities on Wednesday evenings would be canceled if North Central is closed due to snow or ice. If schools were closed due to fog and all is clear by 3:00 PM, all events will take place. Again, a message will be left on the church answering machine in both cases.
Qualified Leadership
Jan 22nd
3 categories of people necessary for the church to focus on what really matters from 1 Timothy:
I. Women Who Adorn Themselves with Good Works
A. By dressing appropriately
Galatians 3:27-28 [show] [27]For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ. [28]There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus. (ESV) -For all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free man, there is neither male nor female; for you are all one in Christ Jesus.
“adorn” and “proper” – “kosmeo” – “to arrange, to put in order, to make ready”
modestly – aidos – “modesty mixed with humility”…
“discreetly” – sophrosunes – self control, especially over sexual passions
How does a woman discern the sometimes fine line between proper dress and dressing to be the center of attention? The answer starts in the intent of the heart. A woman should examine her motives and goals for the way she dresses. Is her intent to show the grace and beauty of womanhood? Is it to show her love and devotion to her husband and his goodness to her? Is it to reveal a humble heart devoted to worshiping God? Or is it to call attention to herself, and flaunt her wealth and beauty? Or worse, to attempt to allure men sexually? A woman who focuses on worshiping God will consider carefully how she is dressed, because her heart will dictate her wardrobe and appearance. – John MacArthur, Commentary on 1 Timothy
B. By cultivating a life of good works
verse 10 – but rather by means of good works.
C. By learning joyfully
II. Pastors who Are Above Reproach
A. Motivated by a God-given desire
1 Timothy 3:1 [show] The saying is trustworthy: If anyone aspires to the office of overseer, he desires a noble task. (ESV) – This is a true saying, if a man desires the office of a bishop, he desires a good work.
B. Family qualifications
1. the husband of one wife
2. manages his household well, keeping his children under control with all dignity
C. Character qualifications
temperate, prudent, respectable, hospitable
D. Ministry qualifications
v. 2- apt to teach
v. 5 –able to manage the church of God
III. Deacons Who Are Men of Dignity
A. Who understand their role
B. Family qualifications
C. Character qualifications
D. Their reward
1 Timothy 3:13 [show] [13]For those who serve well as deacons gain a good standing for themselves and also great confidence in the faith that is in Christ Jesus. (ESV) – For those who have served well as deacons obtain for themselves a high standing and great confidence in the faith that is in Christ Jesus.
Montpelier, OH