The Principle Of One

Denver First Church of the Nazarene September 6, 2009 - Totals Giving

I.N. Group Fall Color Trip - All Adults Welcome!

This Week’s Need:

Sept 29-Oct 1 (two overnights) will include the Cumbres & Toltec Steam Train between Antonito, CO and Chama, NM and 1st class accommodations at the “Inn of the Rio Grande Hotel.” Limit 50 people. Details at the IN Group Booth. Deadline to register and pay is TODAY.

$ 64,965 September Tithe Monthly Goal: $ 265,405 To Date: $ 49,336 September World Evangelism Fund

Baptism Class

Monthly Goal: $ 17,188

We will have a baptism service on September 20th. If you are interested in being baptized, come to the Baptism Class this afternoon at 5:00 pm in Room 200.

To Date: $ 3,444 YTD Tithe YTD Goal: $ 769,745 To Date: $ 648,320 YTD World Evangelism Fund YTD Goal: $ 69,497

Evening Service Tonight

To Date: $ 35,816

Please join us tonight at 6:00 pm for our Traditions Service in the Diehl Chapel. We will have a special guest speaker tonight.

DFC (Main Campus) Ministerial Staff

Caregivers, Monday, September 14th Caregivers is a monthly support group, led by Linda Case, for those providing care to an aged or chronically ill loved one, while losing sight of themselves. Elder care is available upon request. This month, Pat Eckhardt will lead a workshop on Boundaries, a book by Cloud & Townsend. For more info, call Pat at 303/734-4772.

Monday Evening Women’s Bible Study Starting Monday, September 14th, join women from many congregations at this Community Bible Study. We meet Mondays from 7:00 - 8:30 pm at Colorado Community Church (just south of DFC). We’ll be studying the book of Revelation. For more info, please call Barb Tougas at 303/741-3137.

Single Ladies Night Out - September 14th Meet at 6:00 pm at Gunther Toody’s (Alameda & Leetsdale). Wear your 50’s threads (or come as you are). We’ll have a blast from the past. After, we’ll cut out to Jincy’s pad and cool it with dessert - DIG? 695 S. Alton Way, Denver. Don’t be a drag, be hip and hang out with us! Call Jincy Mills to RSVP at 303/552-7970.

Shawn Siegfreid Lead Pastor

Stephen Abbott Young Adult & Family Pastor

Bob Huffaker Interim Pastor

Rich Cantwell Business Administrator

Scott Nauman Pastor of Worship & Arts

Bud Curry Hospital Chaplain

Jerry Nelson Minister of Instrumental Music

Tina Hayhurst Student Ministries Pastor

Randy Smith Christian Education Pastor

September 13, 2009

Luke 15:1-7

The Principle of One! “Suppose one of you has a hundred sheep and loses one of them. Does he not leave the ninety-nine in the open country and go after the lost sheep until he finds it? “ Luke 15:4 ♦

The __________________ Principle!

“For the Son of Man came to seek and to save what was lost." Luke 19:10

In Revelation 21:5 God says, ‘I am making everything new’. A new beginning starts today for us as a Community of Christ! This will be my first time to preach here at DFC. My wife, Sherri and I are thrilled to be here with you this morning. We are excited about you and your family worshiping here at DFC. Whether you are a regular attender or a visitor, this is a new day. This can be a day when we can discover God’s power for our lives and our church. This morning I will be sharing with you, what I believe, is the true passion of our Savior and the passion of my heart as your new pastor. The Jesus we serve, has a heart for people. I have learned that there is nothing more important to Him than lost people. We will see and hear that today through the illumination of Luke 15. I am excited you are here! May this be a great new beginning for all of us! Blessed to be here!

Pastor Shawn

Thank you Lord that your deliverance comes quickly. "Then your light will break forth like the dawn, and your healing will quickly appear, then your righteousness will go before you, and the glory of the Lord will be your rear guard." Isaiah 58:8

Women of the Word Begins This Week! Two days and times are available: Tuesdays at 9:30 am and Wednesdays at 6:30 pm. Both meet in the Fellowship Hall. We will be studying Genesis. Books will be available in the class. For more info, call Karen Gunstream at 303/805-8660. Mothers of Preschoolers - September 17 MOPS next meeting is September 17 from 9:00 am - 11:30 am in the DFC Fellowship Hall. Carey Scott will speak on marriage and how to strengthen our relationships. “From Cell Mates to Soul Mates” is the name of her talk, referring to how her marriage was transformed to a deep, meaningful relationship. For info, contact Rebekah Giannatala at [email protected]. Senior Choir Informational Meeting September 18 at 10:00 am in the Music Room, Scott Nauman will be sharing with you his vision for a new Seniors Choir. Whether you are ready to commit or just curious, you are invited to attend this meeting. DFC Ladies Book Club - October 1 We will be discussing Joyce Meyer’s new book Any Minute on Thursday, Oct. 1 at 6:30 pm in the Community Room. You may get your copy of the book in the DFC Bookstore at a reduced price. For any questions, call Judy Corder at 303/591-4501 or Merrilee Thomas at 303/761-1312. Casting Crowns and Matt Redman Concert Friday, October 2nd is only 3 weeks away! There are posters and flyers available in the East and West Foyer, Breezeway and Reception Desk. Please pick some up and help us get the word out! Interested in volunteering at the concert? Contact Lynn Nauman at 303/909-3351. Don’t forget to buy your tickets, they are available in the DFC bookstore, Mardels, or you can fill out a ticket request on DFC’s website or call Lynn directly to order tickets. Candy Collection for our Fall “Trunk-or-Treat” It’s that time of year again! The Children’s Department would like to request your help with collecting candy for our Fall “Trunk-or-Treat” that will be held here in the DFC parking lot on Saturday afternoon, October 31st. Collection locations will be at the main Reception Desk and also at the Children’s Welcome Center on the Garden Level. Please call Gwenda at 303/806-2612 with any questions. Tennyson Center Kids Kids from the Tennyson Center will be joining us for the Casting Crowns concert! The Refuge Class will be having a dinner at DFC with the kids prior to the concert. Please feel free to join us, meet the kids and engage in fellowship with them. Contact Jon Tinniswood (720/273-0028) or Dave Greff (303/378-6890) for more info. College Preview Days High-schoolers (9th - 12th grade), SNU, NNU, MNU and PLNU are offering preview dates for their campuses in 2010. If you are interested in joining a group from DFC for a tour, please contact Paige in the Youth Department at 303/761-8370 for more info.

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We see the ________________ priority of the Kingdom.

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If our vision isn’t first and foremost the salvation of people, we are on the ________________ path!

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It is our first priority at ______________!

“And when he finds it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders …” Luke 15:5 ♦

The Principle of ______________. ∗

The love of Jesus _________________ for found sheep.

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The motivation of this searching _________________ is an overwhelming love.

“ ...While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” Romans 5:8 ∗ The church must ______________ to love the wandering sheep as

Jesus loves them! “...and goes home. Then he calls his friends and neighbors together and says, 'Rejoice with me; I have found my lost sheep.' I tell you that in the same way there will be more rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to repent. Luke 15:6-7 ♦

The Principle of the ______________! ∗

People are to be _________________.

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The church needs to _______________ for its lack of celebration of the one!

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The priority of ___________ sheep being found!