What does a greeter look like at Discovery Church?

What is so important about being a greeter at Discovery Church Prescott?

Here are a few pointers.
We never get a second chance to make a first impression so this is important each Sunday.
Be early – (9:40).

Smile and be genuine. You are the very first impression that many people have of our church.
Welcome them like you’d welcome them if they were coming over to your house.
Handshakes are appropriate but don’t force them. Some people don’t like to shake hands.
Remember that people come to church for many reasons. Some are hurting, some are skeptical, sometimes they are just “bringing the kids”. A warm and friendly welcome will go a long way to breaking down walls and allowing them to get the most out of their time at Discovery.
Keep an eye out for first time guests. They should be our priority. We love our regular attenders too, but they don’t need as much help finding the restrooms for example. There should be two or more guides floating that can guide the first time guests to their seats, to the kids area, to the restrooms or wherever else they might need to go. If no other greeter is available to guide them, don’t hesitate to enlist the help of other church members/regular attenders and introduce the visitor to them and ask them to help.
It’s very tempting to get caught up in conversations with friends. We need to remember that we have a job to do. Invite your friends help you with your job.
Help and assist elderly and families with children
Keep your eyes open for other situations that need attention (medical situations, safety situations, etc.)
Got a good idea of how something can be improved? We are always looking for new ideas.
Have fun and love the people that you get to serve. Be energetic. God is an alive and exciting God, Discovery is too.
Thank you for considering serving your church in this very vital area.
Remember, hospitality is Gods idea. – Hebrews13:2
If you guys are interested in serving in this ministry txt me an “I’m in” txt and let’s have a brief meeting after service next week.

Thank you for considering helping us make discovery a better place for people to find a community of faith, hope and love.

Steve

Discovery Church

You Can Have A Happy Home -part 6

You can have a happy home 6
SOUNDS GOOD TO ME
Pastor Steve Lummer

For we know, brothers loved by God, that he has chosen you, 5 because our gospel came to you not simply with words, but also with power, with the Holy Spirit and with deep conviction. You know how we lived among you for your sake. 6 You became imitators of us and of the Lord; in spite of severe suffering, you welcomed the message with the joy given by the Holy Spirit. 7 And so you became a model to all the believers in Macedonia and Achaia. 8 The Lord’s message rang out from you not only in Macedonia and Achaia—your faith in God has become known everywhere. 1 Thessalonians 11-8 (niv)
GREEK SPEAK – VS 5

“with words”. LOGOS. ( The written Word. )

“with deep conviction” – PATHOS. (The passion presented)

“you know how we lived among you”. – ETHOS . (The life lived)
“So many will be ashamed 1 day that they wasted so much of life criticizing other believers instead of reaching unbelievers.” Rick Warren

GOOD SOUNDS bring GOOD RESULTS

1. Where did it come from ?
Vs. 8 “The Lord’s message rang out from you.”

2. What did it produce ?
Vs. 8 ” your faith in God.”

3. What can it do?
Vs. 9 “They tell how you turned to God from idols to serve the living and true God, ”

WE MISS OUT ON THE GOOD VIBES BECAUSE WE ARE TOO FULL

Never assume that anybody “knows” anything.

The need for good communication
Illustration of my child hood – A guy walking down a street one day noticed a man struggling with a washing machine in the doorway of his home. When he volunteered to help, the homeowner was overjoyed. After several minutes of fruitless struggle the man said to the homeowner, “We’ll never get this washing machine in there.” To which the homeowner replied in amazement, “In? I’m trying to get it out!”

Cooperation is impossible without good communication. And that principle holds whether it’s in your home, your business or your church. Never assume that anybody “knows” anything. The truth is, some people are afraid to admit that they don’t know lest they be ridiculed. Others need more time and personal attention before they “get it.” If you’re a fast-tracker with a day timer and a short fuse, people won’t feel comfortable asking for your help. So, if the job’s not getting done right, the problem could be your inability to communicate clearly and consistently, rather than their inability to do the job properly.
Without clear communication two things happen:

(1) The right people get discouraged and quit, like one worker who complained, “I feel like I’m part of a mushroom farm; left completely in the dark and fed manure from time to time!”

(2) The wrong people become empowered, and chaos results. So, if there’s strife and confusion where you live and work, rather than harmony and clear direction, go back and read Paul’s thoughts on good communication: “I appeal to you…that you may be perfectly united in mind and thought.”

You can have a happy home 6
SOUNDS GOOD TO ME
Pastor Steve Lummer

For we know, brothers loved by God, that he has chosen you, 5 because our gospel came to you not simply with words, but also with power, with the Holy Spirit and with deep conviction. You know how we lived among you for your sake. 6 You became imitators of us and of the Lord; in spite of severe suffering, you welcomed the message with the joy given by the Holy Spirit. 7 And so you became a model to all the believers in Macedonia and Achaia. 8 The Lord’s message rang out from you not only in Macedonia and Achaia—your faith in God has become known everywhere. 1 Thessalonians 11-8 (niv)
GREEK SPEAK – VS 5

“with words”. LOGOS. ( The written Word. )

“with deep conviction” – PATHOS. (The passion presented)

“you know how we lived among you”. – ETHOS . (The life lived)
“So many will be ashamed 1 day that they wasted so much of life criticizing other believers instead of reaching unbelievers.” Rick Warren

GOOD SOUNDS bring GOOD RESULTS

1. Where did it come from ?
Vs. 8 “The Lord’s message rang out from you.”

2. What did it produce ?
Vs. 8 ” your faith in God.”

3. What can it do?
Vs. 9 “They tell how you turned to God from idols to serve the living and true God, ”

WE MISS OUT ON THE GOOD VIBES BECAUSE WE ARE TOO FULL

Join us Sundays at 10:00 am

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Merry Christmas From Discovery Prescott

Discovery Church

Women’s Small Group Notes for Monday Night

Monday night 7:00 P.M. we are looking into a study of women in the Bible.

Mary-A Favored Woman

Luke 1:30 “You have found favor with God.”
Luke 1:46 “ My soul magnifies the Lord.”

What Do We Know About Mary:
She was a virgin-unmarried and pure. That was the “religious law” of the day
She was humble, from a small village, and uneducated
She was devoted believer
She was a faithful Jew-from the lineage of David
She was engaged to Joseph– engagements were legally binding and lasted at least a year

What Did God See As Useful:
1. She understood turning points and what they meant
Her acceptance didn’t need the “hows” and “whys”
**Sometimes turning points can shake us to the core.
2. Mary had the right heart to face the challenge
3. Mary had an attitude of acceptance– she accepted God’s plan without knowing the outcome

How Did God’s Plan Change Her Life:
She would be pregnant before she was married. Huge social burden
She would be branded as a fornicator
She would have trouble with Joseph
Her home would be blended and the community would see them as different
Her child would cause violent reactions in the hearts of people
Her soul would be pierced with great sorrow

Mary’s response to God was worship Luke 1:46-55

Our “gift” of worship to Him Should Include:
1. Time in His Word, in service, in prayer
2. Money for His kingdom
3. Faith for the future
4. Witnessing to the lost

See you there.

Brenda

See you at Jennifer Taylor’s home tomorrow night at 7:00 PM.

Discovery Church

You Can Have A Happy Home – part 5

You Can Have A Happy Home
Part 5

Steve Lummer

Here is the outline – the video will be up on Monday.

Luke 2:8-14
There were some shepherds in that part of the country who were spending the night in the fields, taking care of their flocks. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone over them. They were terribly afraid, 10 but the angel said to them, “Don’t be afraid! I am here with good news for you, which will bring great joy to all the people. 11 This very day in David’s town your Savior was born—Christ the Lord! 12 And this is what will prove it to you: you will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.”
13 Suddenly a great army of heaven’s angels appeared with the angel, singing praises to God:
14 “Glory to God in the highest heaven and peace on earth and good will towards men!”

Duke University did a study on “peace of mind.” Factors found to contribute greatly to emotional and mental stability are:

1. The absence of suspicion and resentment. Nursing a grudge was a major factor in unhappiness.
2. Not living in the past. An unwholesome preoccupation with old mistakes and failures leads to depression.
3. Not wasting time and energy fighting conditions you cannot change. Cooperate with life, instead of trying to run away from it.
4. Force yourself to stay involved with the living world. Resist the temptation to withdraw and become reclusive during periods of emotional stress.
5. Refuse to indulge in self-pity when life hands you a raw deal. Accept the fact that nobody gets through life without some sorrow and misfortune.
6. Cultivate the old-fashioned virtues—love, humor, compassion and loyalty
7. Do not expect too much of yourself. When there is too wide a gap between self-expectation and your ability to meet the goals you have set, feelings of inadequacy are inevitable.
8. Find something bigger than yourself to believe in. Self-centered egotistical people score lowest in any test for measuring happiness.

WHY DO WE NEED JESUS ?

James 4:1-2 What causes fights and quarrels among you? Don’t they come from your desires that battle within you? 2 You want something but don’t get it. You kill and covet, but you cannot have what you want. You quarrel and fight. You do not have, because you do not ask God.

WE CAN WIN. ….WE CAN LOSE …OR WE CAN HAVE PEACE
Illus – having a “war” or “argument” in the car with your wife.
When you think you have won , when actually you have really lost.

Luke 2:52 – And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.

John 14:27 – “Peace is what I leave with you; it is my own peace that I give you. I do not give it as the world does. Do not be worried and upset; do not be afraid.

The two kinds of peace
PEACE WITH GOD – PEACE OF GOD

Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ Romans 5:1 (niv)

Colossians 3:15 – “Let the peace of God RULE your hearts.”

“Peace is a Place ….Its an issue of “proximity”. – Matthew 19:26 – “with God all things are possible.”

The video to this message will be on line Monday.

Visit us at http://www.discoveryprescott.com to contribute to this ministry today and who knows….there might be a story in the making.

Discovery Church

2014 Christmas Season Schedule

Sunday December 7th – You can Have a Happy Home Part 4 – “Peace On Earth”.

Monday December 8th – Women’s small group. 7:00 P.M.

Thursday December 11th – Men’s Cafe 8:00 A.M. Crossroads Cafe.

Sunday December 14th, Operation Christmas Child, Packing Party after the Sunday Gathering. (Location the chapel @ Prescott College).

Thursday December 18th – Men’s Cafe 8:00 A.M. Crossroads Cafe.

Monday December 15th – Women’s Small group 7:00 P.M.

Sunday December 21st You Can Have A Happy Home Part 6 “- Ring Your Bell”.

Crazy Christmas outfit Sunday. 10:00 A.M. Prescott College.

Christmas Eve 6:00 P.M. – Christmas In Candles Communion service at the Crossroads Center. (Nursery is provided).

Thursday December 25th – Merry Christmas. (No Men’s Cafe.)

Sunday December 28th – A look back and a Look forward.

family, Ministry

Guest Blogger – Jo Ann Lummer

All of us have circumstances in life that we have to overcome or deal with. My grandfather, Alex Smith lost both of his legs (one just below the knee, one above the knee) when he was a young father, when he fell on the train tracks and the train ran over him. In those days, technology was not very advanced and he was fitted with WOODEN artificial legs. He didn’t let this stop him, as the pictures show. He rode a bicycle, played baseball with his grandson, became a minister of the gospel and taught his granddaughter the ability to endure difficult times. He spent many hours visiting the hospital rooms of people who came home from the war with missing limbs, encouraging them and showing them they still had a valuable life to live.
He was my “PePa” and I looked up to him SO much.

Guest Blogger – Jo Ann Lummer-Hutchinson

Discovery Church, outdoors

Arizona Hot Springs Trip Details

Arizona Hot Springs Packing List
Two-Day Trip January 16-17, 2015

o Small sleeping bag and small pillow
o Small tent
o Shorts – 1 pair (fast drying)
o Pants – 1 or 2 pair (fast drying recommended)
o Light-colored long sleeve shirts – 1 or 2 (for sun protection)
o Swimwear (optional)
o Shoes that can get wet (Chacos, Tevas, Keens or similar highly recommended)
o Raingear (disposable poncho is fine)
o Base layer – polypropylene or other wicking type is best
o Fleece or other warm layer
o Personal items (toiletries, etc, please no glass containers)
o Small Packable Towel
o Flashlight or headlamp
o Bug spray (optional)
o Water bottle with a handle
o Hiking Boots or suitable hiking shoes
o Wool socks
o Gloves (optional)
o Small backpack with water bottles or hydration system
o Hat (with drawstring or “leash” recommended)
o Sunglasses (with Croakies or other leash)
o Sunscreen (twice what you think you’ll need!)
o Optional: Camera (waterproof recommended, disposables are fine), reading material, journal
All your items will need to fit into a dry bag (we’ll provide that) which is about the size of a 30 gallon
garbage bag. We will provide food, fresh water, meals, and snacks. (You are welcome to bring your
own additional snacks. Just let us know and we’ll store them for you away from the critters!) No glass
containers, please. Less is more on the river, so pack light.

Schedule and cost.

Depart Prescott 5:30 AM

Eat at Westside Lilo’s 7:00-8:00 AM (Not included)

Arrive at Willow Beach 10:30 AM

Launch Boat, Shuttle vehicles, Lunch (Included)

3.5 Mile Hike to Arizona Hot Springs

Explore Sauna Cave, Boyscout Hot Springs ???

Dinner (Included)

Relax as long as you want in Arizona Hot Springs!

Sleeeeep

Jan. 17

Breakfast (Included)

Kayak (Weather Dependent)/Boat out (Numbers Dependent)/Hike Out

Lunch/Dinner in Kingman (In n’ Out ?)

Arrive in Prescott Late Afternoon/Evening

Cost: $97/person. There are some variables that we just do not know. If it is cold and windy, then kayaking is out of the question. If we have more than 16 people total on the trip, then everyone riding the big boat is unsafe. If there is more than 16 people, some people are definitely going to have to hike out if we cannot kayak. If the weather looks good for kayaking I have 10 2-person kayaks, and enough paddles and PFDs. Bringing the big boat allows us to transport everyone’s personal gear so you only have to hike with a daypack, and we get to eat like kings.

Get you name on the list for this winter trip to the Arizona hot springs coming just around the corner.

This is gonna be good so get in so you can get OUT.

Terria Wild & Discovery Church

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Women’s small group

Women’s Small Group Monday’s at 7:00 pm.
This is a four week small group, which will pick up after the holidays. We are meeting at Jennifer Taylor’s home. 544 Whetstine Street, Prescott. No children please.