Glasgow Church

Doctrines of the Reformed Faith

laura — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:24:41 +0000

What is the Reformed faith? Is T.U.L.I.P. just a flower? What on earth is The Five Points of Calvinism? See the MARKINC representative at the Information Center this Sunday to purchase an attractively packaged 5-CD series for $25, featuring Dr. Betters and Sharon’s interviews on the subject.

2/7 Worship Service Cancelled

Damon — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 01:01:53 +0000

After consulting with all concerned, I have decided that it would simply be too dangerous to hold the worship service tomorrow. Even if we clear the lot, travel to and from the church would be risky and dangerous. Therefore, the church service for tomorrow is canceled.

However, Sharon and I MAY be able to hold another live online Q and A as we did the last time we had to cancel the worship service. So tune in at 10:30 tomorrow at www.glasgowchurch.com to see if we are live online. That will depend on whether or not we can get the right personnel there. Keep in mind that whenever we have to cancel a worship service we still need you to give your tithes and offerings, especially since it has cost us thousands and thousands of dollars this year to have the lot plowed and salted. Our expenses continue whether or not we conduct a worship service for that week. Stay warm and safe. Hold a mini-worship service in your home tomorrow and pray for your leadership even as we are praying for you.

ChurchNExT – First Edition

Damon — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 03:46:10 +0000

At the congregational meeting this past September, the congregation voted to proceed with a three million dollar campaign to execute our vision. We continue to put together this campaign which will culminate with Commitment Sunday on May 23rd. We will be asking each member and regular attendee to make a commitment (above your normal giving) which will be given over a three-year period. You will be asked to commit the funds asking that the Lord will provide the amount.

We believe this vision is from the Lord and is the culmination of years of research and planning. We are very blessed at Glasgow Church. It would be easy to be content to continue doing what we have been doing, but we do not believe that is what God has called us to do. We are called to glorify Him in our worship, to grow in grace through discipleship, and to go as Jesus said in mission. This campaign will help put resources in our hands to move to the next level to accomplish this great vision. At Glasgow Church, we are always asking, “what is NEXT?” What is NEXT in worship? What is NEXT in discipleship? What is NEXT in mission? Basically, what is NEXT at Glasgow? One of the key doctrines of the Reformation was for the church to “always be reforming” or Sempre Reformando. In 21st century language, this basically means the church should always be in the practice of asking “what is next”? This campaign reflects a piece of what is NEXT for this great church.

Where does the campaign stand today? Our hope is to produce, in vivid detail, both a short term and a long term plan to the congregation in the coming months. We want to show how the short term projects fit the long term vision. To that end, we have contracted with several experts in the industry and in our congregation to help us fully develop both a 10-15 year master plan and a 1-3 year short term plan for our campaign. As the plans start to come back to us, it is very exciting to see what God is doing and to envision what “could be” at Glasgow Church. It is fun to dream big…perhaps our vision has even been TOO small. Here are a few of the elements we are developing (this is just a taste and not comprehensive):

NEXT in worship…a renovation of our sanctuary that reflects an “ancient-future worship space”. We have contracted with a top-notch designer who will be producing renderings of the sanctuary so you can see the vision. It is going to be incredible. Also, we are working with an exterior designer to help finalize our new sign design, and show us what the front of our building could look like to those driving by on Rt. 896 (both at day and night) when lit properly.
NEXT in mission…we are working with several experts to design a 15-year master plan for our entire 75 acres. This will show where future recreation fields will be located and so much more. The Lord continues to open doors. Just recently, the state gave us property that connects to Old County Road. Praise the Lord! Also…NEXT in mission…we are trying to determine what the best course of action is for our children-at-risk campaign piece. We are planning on helping build an orphanage somewhere in the world through World Orphan. Nicaragua is a possibility, and we have a team going there, led by Steve Jeantet, to see what God is doing and how we may help. We are also looking into ways to help in Haiti as part of the campaign. Finally, we are on-mission in Middletown. Pastor Dan is leading the charge to plant a campus there. The Session has determined that we will adopt “one church, many locations” and you can view this plan on our website http://tr.im/MQTz. We envision campuses with live preaching and worship, but with an interconnection, popping up all over our region in the long term plan. Just imagine bringing all these congregations together, with a shared purpose and vision…perhaps one day we will need to rent the Bob Carpenter Center for periodic joint worship services!

There is so much more I could share and I will do so over the next several weeks. Until then, please continue to pray for the leadership of the church as we fully develop these plans. It is very exciting. The congregation voted to save $100,000 by having the staff and session run this campaign. At the time, it was a daunting proposition. However, it was the right decision. We are clicking on all cylinders and are excited to see how God leads. As the plans come in and as this progresses, we will be adding a webpage to our website dedicated solely to this building project that we are calling: ChurchNExT: Next in Worship, Next in Discipleship, Next in Mission.

I would love to hear your comments, questions, and feedback. Please email me at clbetters@glasgowchurch.com. Continue to keep in mind that I am not presenting the entire plan in this letter. I just wanted to give you a taste of where we stand today.

Chuck L. Betters

Worship Service On

Damon — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 13:41:50 +0000

Our 1/31 Worship Service is still on, and we look forward to worshipping with you at 10:30 am.

Prayer Requests –January 15-22, 2010

Michal Jackson — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 20:59:11 +0000

Recently Submitted Prayer Requests/Updates…

Submitted by	For…	Date	Request and/or Update
Jim Albright	Sister, Leola	1/22/10	…third knee replacement –on same knee- in the past several years – Delaware Hospital in Wilmington…probably will be in hospital for a few days.
GRPC	Jean Discher & Haiti Relief	1/17/10	…Jeannie (R.N.) has gone to Haiti with the U.S. Disaster Team/Red Cross to help with the large demand of medical issues in Haiti. Please continue to pray for all the people in Haiti and all those involved in the rescue and care of those who are affected by this horrible disaster.
Choir	Ruth Gusky	1/22/10	…surgery on Jan. 28^that Thomas Jefferson Hospital in Philadelphia (bed rest for 4 wks., out of work for 8). Pray for the surgeons and for speedy and complete healing. Debbie Chas is organizing meals for the family…to sign up call (302) 834-1772.
Bryan and Donna Clark	Daughter, Becky	1/22/10	…surgery to remove multiple pre-cancerous moles on 1/26 in the morning…out patient…pray that none have progressed any further.
Tim Dove	Self	1/19/10	…undergoing more neurological testing at the U of MD Hospital this week…not doing well…actually regressing. Pray for clear diagnosis for treatment.
Floss Ewald	Holly & Ceara Boulden	1/21/10	…lost husband/father last Saturday to a massive heart attack. He was only 51. He was a Christian and they know he is with the Lord but are devastated.
MaryBeth Huey	Cousin, Sherry	1/22/10	…diagnosed with Stage 3 cancer (mammogram last year misread so cancer has advanced)…mastectomy on 2/1 followed by radiation and chemo….

Continuing Prayer Requested for…

1/21/10 – Ron Baker…transferred back to Manor Care from Christiana Hospital for rehab. Pray for healing and that he would not develop any infections. Cards may be sent to: 325 S. Booth Dr., New Castle, DE 19720.

11/23/09 – Tara Dalik…mother, Margot Perrone, diagnosed with early melanoma…surgery was scheduled for 12/11…pray doctors are able to remove all the cells and that is entirely contained…and for peace for Tara’s mom and dad.

1/11/10 – David Condon (27), son of Bill and Nancy Condon is recovering from aortic valve (biological) replacement surgery on 1/4 …home on 1/8…getting better each day…chest very sore. Pray for complete healing. To God be the glory!!

1/21/10 – Floss Ewald’s father…came home from hospital…still not eating much but feeling better to be home…needs physical therapy but still too weak….spirits improving. 12/13/09-surgery to remove 4 ft. of intestines (blockage was malignant cancer) and 31 lymph nodes…got double pneumonia and blood infection…has diabetes and being monitored closely… complications causing very slow recovery. and nephew, Brian Rowland… has an incidental cyst the size of a lemon on his brain… there since birth…not caused any neurological problems…Dr doesn’t foresee it causing any…nothing should be done about it. There is more danger of doing something with it than leaving it alone. cleared for the surgery on his nose to remove the papilloma and repair deviated septum. The family appreciates continued prayer for this surgery and that everything goes well.

12/17/09 Update – Sharon Farina’s niece, Danielle…Pray for seizures to subside…possible kidney dialysis to prevent continued swelling….vitals strong. “…continue praying for God’s miracle to heal Danielle’s body completely. MRI showed abscess around the biopsy area in the brain, pneumonia in one lung… antibiotics for both….in hospital over 95 days…in coma.

1/3/10 – Joyce Harrington’s son-in-law, Scott…inoperable liver cancer…will be undergoing chemo.

12/30/09-Corlien Horsky…”have had 14 of 28 radiation treatments and 4 wks. of chemo. Biggest side effect is fatigue but also having trouble with diarrhea and pain in digestive system which is to be expected. Thanks for all the faithful prayers. God is good, ALL THE TIME!!!” 11/22/09-rectal cancer diagnosis

11/12/09 Debbie Kahler’s mother, Alice Fraser-began 6-treatment schedule of high dose chemo 11/24…every 3 wks…10/15/09 … diagnosed with stage 3C ovarian cancer…hysterectomy, appendix and portion of bowel removed on 10/26.

12/22/09 Update – Richard Long… “results of last CAT scan showed the lymph nodes went from 32 to 23, the lung cancer has shrunk significantly…dr. thinks the constant nausea not from the chemo but from a small ulcer …gave him different medication. Dr. said chemo working…next appointment 1/18/10. 11/8/09-non-small cell cancer, large mass in his right lung, lymph nodes and abdomen.

1/8/10– Shirley Gassner’s sister, Marie Noble, radiation treatments for breast cancer completed…doing well though tired. Attitude strong and continues to care for 84-year-old husband and 52-year-old daughter who is bedridden with MS. Pray for her to regain strength and that God will draw her to Him.

11/09/09 -Rev. Bruce Howes-follicular lymphoma cancer…for updates go to http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/bruhowes.

11/9/09-friend of Sarah Price/Stephanie Ferguson, Karen Ayers…stage 4 cancer…in spine, lymph nodes, throughout her body… not tolerating chemo treatment well. She and her family are believers. Updates: www.caringbridge.org/visit/ayersfamilyjourney.

1/7/10 – Tim VonDuyke… outpatient surgery to repair on 1/7/10, 7:30 a.m., at Christiana Hospital 12/29/09- broke left leg in a fall….

7/24/09-Pray for the Van Wingerden Family on the loss of daughter Ashley.

Pray Every Day for these Men and Women (and their families) Serving Our Country.

Name/Relationship	Request and/or Update
Michael Berth (25) (son of GRPC members Rolland and Carol Berth)	12/14/09 Update…has returned from recent tour of Iraq. ”For the next 5 mos. he will be working at Willow Grove Naval Air Stn. Thank you for your many prayers and kind messages. May our gracious God bring all in uniform home safely.” His address is: Lcpl Berth, Michael, 174 E. Village Rd., Elkton, MD 21921 Email: mlberthusmc@yahoo.com.
Adam Brenner (19) (son of GRPC member Elena Brenner)	1/3/10 Update – promoted to Lance Corporal in December…enjoyed Christmas holiday with his family…headed back to Camp Pendleton, CA, on 1/3…in desert training for the next month. His unit is scheduled for deployment to Afghanistan in March. His address is: PFC Brenner, Adam R., 1st MLG 7th ESB H & S Co Comm, Box 444677, Camp Pendleton, CA 92055. His email is a.r.brenner@hotmail.com. Any cards or emails of encouragement are greatly appreciated. Thank you!
Staff Sgt. Brian Creek (son of GRPC members Don and Elaine Creek and brother of GRPC members J.R. , Steven and Kevin Creek)	9/23/09- Back at Alaska base following 3^rd tour of duty in Iraq…family has been under great strain and needs to be brought together and strengthened. If he does not get the transfer to east coast as a recruiter, he may be heading to Afghanistan.
Capt. Wesley Davison (son of Greg and Candy Davison)	6/09 Update-back to Iraq as an intelligence pilot privately contracted by the Army. He will be in Iraq 2 to 3 months at a time and home 2 to 3 months at a time. He has also joined the Army Reserves.
Brad Fisher (son of GRPC members David and Betsy Fisher)	Commission Ensign in U.S. Navy…stationed at San Diego, CA…training in special warfare.
Major Gregory Scott Hall (son of GRPC member Pamela Hall)	11/30/09 – Pray he will be able to return from Afghanistan to Ohio in time for the birth of their to-be adopted son in January. July, 09 left for 6 mos. in Afghanistan. Address: Greg Hall, Camp Phoenix, AF-MMTT, APO-AE 09320
Reserves…Robert Howell (GRPC member Marion Howell’s husband)	11/12/09- being tested for possible autoimmune disorder…7/20/09 – has tarsal tunnel syndrome, peripheral neuropathy and needs a hip replacement
Airman Aaron T. Johnson (21) (son of GRPC member Rod Johnson)	…at RAF Lakenheath in England serving in the U.S. Air Force…48th Fighter Wing Munitions Squadron…builds, stores, and transports bombs. Email: AaronT.Johnson@lakenheath.af.mil
McGaughan, Sean (28) (GRPC member)	US Coast Guard 10/12/09 Update: being sent away for 5 months in beginning of Jan. Pray for his family…wife, Carrie, 16 mo.old, John (who is VERY attached to his Daddy) and 3 mo. old Riagan.
McManis (Nequist), Cori (19) (GRPC member and son of GRPC members Greg & Heidi Nequist)	12/08…in Naval School…send notes/cards to…Cori McManis, 320A Dewey Ave., 6301 rm 512, Great Lakes, IL 60088
Pilot, Lloyd Massey, acquaintance of SK attendee, Andy White – stationed in Kuwait.	in Kuwait. Address: CW4 Lloyd Massey, CJTF – C12 RFC Army, Unit 67001, 386 AEW/Post Office, APO AE 09855. Please also pray for his wife, Peg, and 2-year-old son in Clayton, DE.
Cpl. Benjamin Nelson, friend of Marion Howell	10/15/09-in OCS (mid-20s)…having heart issues. Pray for healing and resolution so he can finish his schooling.
Smith, Zachary (22) (GRPC member, son of Ed and Terri Smith)	7/2/09– graduated from basic training with the Navy, Great Lakes base…finishing “A school” this week…home for two weeks…will be stationed in Washington, D.C.
Starrett, Candace (23) GRPC regular attendee), (daughter of GRPC members Paul and Matina Starrett)	8/08 Update – seaman in the U.S. Coast Guard… stationed in RI…spends bulk of time on the Ida Lewis, a buoy tender. Her address is 2121 W. Main Road, Apt. 109, Portsmouth, RI 02871
Tom Watson (25) (son of GRPC members Tom and Diane Watson)	8/24/09 Update – 82^nd Airborne stationed in Afghanistan.

Prayer Requests – January 8-15, 2010

Michal Jackson — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 14:24:04 +0000

Recently Submitted Prayer Requests/Updates…

Submitted by	For…	Date	Request and/or Update
GRPC	Lekberg Family	1/11/10	GRPC member, Gerald Lekberg, passed away on Saturday, January 9, 2010. Pray for wife, Connie, daughter Caryn Pattison and children her children, Ben, Meaghan and Nathan, and son, Richard as they make preparations for burial in IL.
GRPC	Forrest Family	1/9/10	…former Glasgow Church member, Terri Forrest, passed away on December 22, 2009. A memorial service for Terri will be held at First Baptist Church of Elkton on Delaware Ave., Elkton, MD on January 29^th at 7 p.m.
Jim Albright	Sister, Leola	1/14/10	…third knee replacement –on same knee- in the past several years
Heiddy DiGregorio, Scott Springer and Stu Lindner	Joseph Feeley, Jr. (college)	1/8/10	…diagnosed with lymphoma…tests have been run to determine kind. Pray for pain relief (in neck, back and hip) fatigue and weight loss, clear diagnosis and direction for treatment and care and wisdom for the doctors. (Joseph is a member of the Feeley family associated with Strano and Feeley Funeral Homes.)
Floss Ewald	1)Father (79) 2)Brian Roland, nephew	1/13/10 Update 1/13/10	1)…still in hospital and not yet eating after a month…hopeful will be able to begin eating this week and start physical therapy end of this week or early next. Spirits improving. 12/13/09-surgery to remove 4 ft. of intestines (blockage was malignant cancer) and 31 lymph nodes…got double pneumonia and blood infection…has diabetes and being monitored closely… complications causing very slow recovery. 2)…recent prolonged sinus infection…did not heal…prompted biopsy…CT scan showed a papilloma in his nose and a cyst near his brain…papilloma must be removed…also needs deviated septum corrected and repairing of other sinus problems. Pray for wisdom as to what needs to be done, and for God’s grace and strength. They know God is in control and are seeking to trust Him in all things. Thank you.
Choir	Ruth Gusky	1/11/10	…surgery on Jan. 28^that Thomas Jefferson Hospital in Philadelphia (bed rest for 4 wks., out of work for 8). Pray for the surgeons and for speedy and complete healing.
MaryBeth Huey	Cousin, Sherry	1/10/10	…diagnosed with Stage 3 cancer (mammogram last year misread so cancer has advanced)…mastectomy on 2/1 followed by radiation and chemo.
Bruce Marker	Bill Rhem	1/13/10	…at home recovering from knee replacement surgery
John Schreckengost	Wife, Cathy	1/14/10	…broadsided by a parked truck out of gear, rolled, pushed her car over both lanes…resting at home…already was dealing with chronic pain issues. Pray this does not aggravate pre-existing conditions and for pain relief, comfort and healing.
Diane Walker	Susan and Jerry Smith	1/10/10	…Susan is in the hospital NJ in serious condition (and in quarantine) with bacterial meningitis. Jerry is on a treatment of antibiotics.

Continuing Prayer Requested for…

1/7/10 – Ron Baker…in Christiana Hospital with a pulmonary embolism(s)…in room 4E07. 12/20/09-in Manor Care (rm. 140) in Pike Creek for intensive physical therapy. Pray for healing and that he would not develop any infections. Cards may be sent to: 325 S. Booth Dr., New Castle, DE 19720.

1/11/10 – David Condon (27), son of Bill and Nancy Condon…recovering from aortic valve (biological) replacement surgery on 1/4 …home on 1/8…getting better each day…chest very sore. Pray for complete healing. To God be the glory!!

1/3/10 – Joyce Harrington’s son-in-law, Scott…inoperable liver cancer…will be undergoing chemo.

11/09/09 -Rev. Bruce Howes-follicular lymphoma cancer…for updates go to http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/bruhowes.

1/7/10 – Tim VonDuyke… outpatient surgery to repair on 1/7/10, 7:30 a.m., at Christiana Hospital 12/29/09- broke left leg in a fall….

7/24/09-Pray for the Van Wingerden Family on the loss of daughter Ashley.

Pray Every Day for these Men and Women (and their families) Serving Our Country.

Name/Relationship	Request and/or Update
Michael Berth (25) (son of GRPC members Rolland and Carol Berth)	12/14/09 Update…has returned from recent tour of Iraq. ”For the next 5 mos. he will be working at Willow Grove Naval Air Stn. Thank you for your many prayers and kind messages. May our gracious God bring all in uniform home safely.” His address is: Lcpl Berth, Michael, 174 E. Village Rd., Elkton, MD 21921 Email: mlberthusmc@yahoo.com.
Adam Brenner (19) (son of GRPC member Elena Brenner)	1/3/10 Update – promoted to Lance Corporal in December…enjoyed Christmas holiday with his family…headed back to Camp Pendleton, CA, on 1/3…in desert training for the next month. His unit is scheduled for deployment to Afghanistan in March. His address is: PFC Brenner, Adam R., 1st MLG 7th ESB H & S Co Comm, Box 444677, Camp Pendleton, CA 92055. His email is a.r.brenner@hotmail.com. Any cards or emails of encouragement are greatly appreciated. Thank you!
Staff Sgt. Brian Creek (son of GRPC members Don and Elaine Creek and brother of GRPC members J.R. , Steven and Kevin Creek)	9/23/09- Back at Alaska base following 3^rd tour of duty in Iraq…family has been under great strain and needs to be brought together and strengthened. If he does not get the transfer to east coast as a recruiter, he may be heading to Afghanistan.
Capt. Wesley Davison (son of Greg and Candy Davison)	6/09 Update-back to Iraq as an intelligence pilot privately contracted by the Army. He will be in Iraq 2 to 3 months at a time and home 2 to 3 months at a time. He has also joined the Army Reserves.
Brad Fisher (son of GRPC members David and Betsy Fisher)	Commission Ensign in U.S. Navy…stationed at San Diego, CA…training in special warfare.
Major Gregory Scott Hall (son of GRPC member Pamela Hall)	11/30/09 – Pray he will be able to return from Afghanistan to Ohio in time for the birth of their to-be adopted son in January. July, 09 left for 6 mos. in Afghanistan. Address: Greg Hall, Camp Phoenix, AF-MMTT, APO-AE 09320
Reserves…Robert Howell (GRPC member Marion Howell’s husband)	11/12/09- being tested for possible autoimmune disorder…7/20/09 – has tarsal tunnel syndrome, peripheral neuropathy and needs a hip replacement
Airman Aaron T. Johnson (21) (son of GRPC member Rod Johnson)	…at RAF Lakenheath in England serving in the U.S. Air Force…48th Fighter Wing Munitions Squadron…builds, stores, and transports bombs. Email: AaronT.Johnson@lakenheath.af.mil
McGaughan, Sean (28) (GRPC member)	US Coast Guard 10/12/09 Update: being sent away for 5 months in beginning of Jan. Pray for his family…wife, Carrie, 16 mo.old, John (who is VERY attached to his Daddy) and 3 mo. old Riagan.
McManis (Nequist), Cori (19) (GRPC member and son of GRPC members Greg & Heidi Nequist)	12/08…in Naval School…send notes/cards to…Cori McManis, 320A Dewey Ave., 6301 rm 512, Great Lakes, IL 60088
Pilot, Lloyd Massey, acquaintance of SK attendee, Andy White – stationed in Kuwait.	in Kuwait. Address: CW4 Lloyd Massey, CJTF – C12 RFC Army, Unit 67001, 386 AEW/Post Office, APO AE 09855. Please also pray for his wife, Peg, and 2-year-old son in Clayton, DE.
Cpl. Benjamin Nelson, friend of Marion Howell	10/15/09-in OCS (mid-20s)…having heart issues. Pray for healing and resolution so he can finish his schooling.
Smith, Zachary (22) (GRPC member, son of Ed and Terri Smith)	7/2/09– graduated from basic training with the Navy, Great Lakes base…finishing “A school” this week…home for two weeks…will be stationed in Washington, D.C.
Starrett, Candace (23) GRPC regular attendee), (daughter of GRPC members Paul and Matina Starrett)	8/08 Update – seaman in the U.S. Coast Guard… stationed in RI…spends bulk of time on the Ida Lewis, a buoy tender. Her address is 2121 W. Main Road, Apt. 109, Portsmouth, RI 02871
Tom Watson (25) (son of GRPC members Tom and Diane Watson)	8/24/09 Update – 82^nd Airborne stationed in Afghanistan.

Prayer Requests 12/31/09 – 1/8/2010

Michal Jackson — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 19:14:08 +0000

Recently Submitted Prayer Requests/Updates…

Submitted by	For…	Date	Request and/or Update
Melanie Braunecker	Father, Ron Baker	1/8/09	Ron was taken by ambulance from Manor Rehab. last night to Christiana Hospital with a pulmonary embolism…not sure if one or more…is now in room 4E07 at Ch. Hosp.
David & Nancy Condon	Son, David, age 27	12/31/09	…having open heart surgery (aortic valve replacement) on Tues., 1/5, at Christiana Hospital. Please pray for a successful surgery without complications, peace for my son and that God will draw him closer to Himself thru this surgery. Also pray for me that God will give me an opportunity to share his love with others as I will be spending lots of time at the hospital. Thank you
GCA and David Crossan	Benton family	12/31/09 Update	…Ava has passed away on 12/18. 12/2/09-3-month-old daughter, Ava…in intensive care at A.I. du Pont hospital for several weeks…condition not improving…medical situation complicated. Allan and Amy six years ago they lost their first child, Eric, to a very similar condition.
Devon & Darren Dombrowski	Daughter, Eva Rose (3)	1/4/10	“…tested positive for cystic fibrosis…returns to A.I. DuPont Hospital on 1/18 for another test to confirm. She already has a mild case of cerebral palsy hypotonia. Please pray for the doctors, for healing, and for Mommy and Daddy.”
Floss Ewald	Father (79)		…rushed to the ER 12/13 with bad stomach pain…had surgery to remove 4 ft. of intestines (blockage was malignant cancer) and 31 lymph nodes. He got double pneumonia…has gone back and forth from ICU for the past few weeks…also has diabetes…blood sugar shot up and landed him back in ICU again to be monitored closely. These complications have caused his recovery to be very slow and to make it worse, he got a blood infection. Now out of ICU for the 4th time and starting to be able to eat.
Joyce Harrington	Son-in-law, Scott	1/3/10	…has inoperable liver cancer…will be undergoing chemo.
Tim VonDuyke	Self	1/4/10	…took a fall on 12/29/09 breaking left leg (tibial plateau fracture) …outpatient surgery to repair on 1/7/10, 7:30 a.m., at Christiana Hospital.

Continuing Prayer Requested for…

12/20/09 – Ron Baker in Manor Care (rm. 140) in Pike Creek for intensive physical therapy. Pray for healing and that he would not develop any infections. Cards may be sent to: 325 S. Booth Dr., New Castle, DE 19720.

12/18/09 Update – Tim Dove…”back at work on limited capacity…remains under care of physician and neurologist from U of MD pending more testing to determine if other neurological procedures are necessary. Health improving daily. Praise God. Thank you for lifting me up in prayer. “ 11/04…had a mild stroke a few weeks ago…unable to drive, memory problems.

12/13/09 – Cathy Hoddinott – Update on friend Bea –chemo helped.

12/17/09– Shirley Gassner’s sister, Marie Noble, 4-wks of treatments left but had to take a break because of severe burns from the radiation. 11/4/09-started 7 weeks of daily radiation treatments for breast cancer on 11/2.

11/09/09 -Rev. Bruce Howes-follicular lymphoma cancer…for updates go to http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/bruhowes.

11/11/09-Gerald Lekberg…Brain tumor close to brain stem

7/24/09-Pray for the Van Wingerden Family on the loss of daughter Ashley.

Pray Every Day for these Men and Women (and their families) Serving Our Country.

Name/Relationship	Request and/or Update
Michael Berth (25) (son of GRPC members Rolland and Carol Berth)	12/14/09 Update…has returned from recent tour of Iraq. ”For the next 5 mos. he will be working at Willow Grove Naval Air Stn. Thank you for your many prayers and kind messages. May our gracious God bring all in uniform home safely.” His address is: Lcpl Berth, Michael, 174 E. Village Rd., Elkton, MD 21921 Email: mlberthusmc@yahoo.com.
Adam Brenner (19) (son of GRPC member Elena Brenner)	1/3/10 Update – promoted to Lance Corporal in December…enjoyed Christmas holiday with his family…headed back to Camp Pendleton, CA, on 1/3…in desert training for the next month. His unit is scheduled for deployment to Afghanistan in March. His address is: PFC Brenner, Adam R., 1st MLG 7th ESB H & S Co Comm, Box 444677, Camp Pendleton, CA 92055. His email is a.r.brenner@hotmail.com. Any cards or emails of encouragement are greatly appreciated. Thank you!
Staff Sgt. Brian Creek (son of GRPC members Don and Elaine Creek and brother of GRPC members J.R. , Steven and Kevin Creek)	9/23/09- Back at Alaska base following 3^rd tour of duty in Iraq…family has been under great strain and needs to be brought together and strengthened. If he does not get the transfer to east coast as a recruiter, he may be heading to Afghanistan.
Capt. Wesley Davison (son of Greg and Candy Davison)	6/09 Update-back to Iraq as an intelligence pilot privately contracted by the Army. He will be in Iraq 2 to 3 months at a time and home 2 to 3 months at a time. He has also joined the Army Reserves.
Brad Fisher (son of GRPC members David and Betsy Fisher)	Commission Ensign in U.S. Navy…stationed at San Diego, CA…training in special warfare.
Major Gregory Scott Hall (son of GRPC member Pamela Hall)	11/30/09 – Pray he will be able to return from Afghanistan to Ohio in time for the birth of their to-be adopted son in January. July, 09 left for 6 mos. in Afghanistan. Address: Greg Hall, Camp Phoenix, AF-MMTT, APO-AE 09320
Reserves…Robert Howell (GRPC member Marion Howell’s husband)	11/12/09- being tested for possible autoimmune disorder…7/20/09 – has tarsal tunnel syndrome, peripheral neuropathy and needs a hip replacement
Airman Aaron T. Johnson (21) (son of GRPC member Rod Johnson)	…at RAF Lakenheath in England serving in the U.S. Air Force…48th Fighter Wing Munitions Squadron…builds, stores, and transports bombs. Email: AaronT.Johnson@lakenheath.af.mil
McGaughan, Sean (28) (GRPC member)	US Coast Guard 10/12/09 Update: being sent away for 5 months in beginning of Jan. Pray for his family…wife, Carrie, 16 mo.old, John (who is VERY attached to his Daddy) and 3 mo. old Riagan.
McManis (Nequist), Cori (19) (GRPC member and son of GRPC members Greg & Heidi Nequist)	12/08…in Naval School…send notes/cards to…Cori McManis, 320A Dewey Ave., 6301 rm 512, Great Lakes, IL 60088
Pilot, Lloyd Massey, acquaintance of SK attendee, Andy White – stationed in Kuwait.	in Kuwait. Address: CW4 Lloyd Massey, CJTF – C12 RFC Army, Unit 67001, 386 AEW/Post Office, APO AE 09855. Please also pray for his wife, Peg, and 2-year-old son in Clayton, DE.
Cpl. Benjamin Nelson, friend of Marion Howell	10/15/09-in OCS (mid-20s)…having heart issues. Pray for healing and resolution so he can finish his schooling.
Smith, Zachary (22) (GRPC member, son of Ed and Terri Smith)	7/2/09– graduated from basic training with the Navy, Great Lakes base…finishing “A school” this week…home for two weeks…will be stationed in Washington, D.C.
Starrett, Candace (23) GRPC regular attendee), (daughter of GRPC members Paul and Matina Starrett)	8/08 Update – seaman in the U.S. Coast Guard… stationed in RI…spends bulk of time on the Ida Lewis, a buoy tender. Her address is 2121 W. Main Road, Apt. 109, Portsmouth, RI 02871
Tom Watson (25) (son of GRPC members Tom and Diane Watson)	8/24/09 Update – 82^nd Airborne stationed in Afghanistan.

12/27/2009 Sermon Notes

Damon — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 13:43:25 +0000

I have been asked to post the notes from Sunday’s sermon entitled CHRISTMAS. Here they are:

Commitment to Jesus Christ – I want the men of Glasgow Church to commit their lives to the Lordship of Jesus Christ.
Humility before God and Family – I want the men of Glasgow Church to demonstrate a spirit of humility before God and man.
Resolve – I want the men of Glasgow Church to resolve any conflicts the way God said they must in the Bible.
Involvement in the Church – I want the men of Glasgow Church to be involved in the church and to labor for Jesus.
Students of the Word – I want the men of Glasgow Church to become students of the Bible.
Time for family – I want the men of Glasgow Church to spend quantitative and qualitative time with their families.
Mercy Ministry to the poor and needy - I want the men of Glasgow Church to extend mercy to the poor and needy.
Alertness to the schemes of the evil one – I want the men of Glasgow Church to be alert to the schemes of the devil.
Sacrifice for God and others – I want the men of Glasgow Church to be willing to sacrifice their time, talents, and treasures for God and their families.

In His Grip,
Pastor Betters

Prayer Requests – December 25-31, 2009

Michal Jackson — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 15:20:04 +0000

Recently Submitted Prayer Requests/Updates…

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For…

Date

Request and/or Update

Deb Ernst

Husband, Ed

Update 12/30/09

Ed came home today…resting …hopes to return to work on Monday. Most likely will have surgery in about 3 mo. to have part of sigmoid colon removed. 12/27-taken to ER on 12/26 with severe abdominal pain…scan showed he has diverticulitis in sigmoid colon…one of the diverticuli had burst dumping waste into his abdominal cavity…treating him with antibiotics and pain meds. Will remain in Christiana Hosp. until 12/30 or 31…no food or water for days until the rupture heals.

Corlien Horsky

Self

Update 12/30/09

…”have had 14 of 28 radiation treatments and 4 wks. of chemo. Biggest side effect so far is fatigue but also having trouble with diarrhea and pain in digestive system which is to be expected. Doing OK (considering). Thanks for all the faithful prayers. God is good, ALL THE TIME!!!” (See history in Continuing Prayer Requests below.)

Continuing Prayer Requested for…

12/22/09 – Ron Baker has been transferred from Christiana Hospital to Manor Care in Pike Creek to begin intensive physical therapy. Cards may be sent to: 325 S. Booth Dr., New Castle, DE 19720. 12/7-emergency surgery for an infection in his digestive tract following knee replacement surgery. Call him at (302) 220-0176.

12/2/09- GCA & David Crossan … 3-month-old daughter, Ava…in intensive care at A.I. du Pont hospital for several weeks…condition not improving…medical situation complicated. Allan and Amy are facing difficult decisions with extremely heavy hearts… six years ago they lost their first child, Eric, to a very similar condition….also facing $10,000 debt (and mounting) from medical bills not covered by insurance.

11/9/09-Tim Dove… in hospital, awaiting results of spinal tap on 11/6/09…pray God will give the doctors wisdom and that his body would heal. 11/04…had a mild stroke a few weeks ago…unable to drive, memory problems.

12/17/09 Update – Sharon Farina’s niece, Danielle…last “phoresis treatment “ on 12/14…doctors say to give 4 to 7 days for it to kick in-for the seizures to subside…new kidney doctor suggested that they do “Ultra-filtration System”, a form of dialysis because 6 l. of fluid/day is going into her body by way of meds…normally kidneys extract 2 l./day which means that Danielle has 4 l. too much fluid, causing her to swell up. Danielle’s vitals are strong – BP, heart rate and respiration. The family asks for continued prayers, and thanks you for your love and support. We all continue praying for God’s miracle to heal Danielle’s body completely. MRI showed abscess around the biopsy area in the brain, pneumonia in one lung… antibiotics for both….in hospital over 84 days…in coma.

12/13/09 – Cathy Hoddinott – Update on friend Bea –chemo helped. Pray when checked in 1/10 there is no new growth.

11/22/09-Corlien Horsky…rectal cancer…needs chemotherapy and radiation prior to surgery which has been delayed for 3 mos…appt. with oncologist 11/23 for treatment schedule. 11/11/09-awaiting surgery…prognosis hopeful as CT scan appears to indicate it has not spread and the biopsy showed it is a ‘well-differentiated adenocarcinoma’, the least aggressive type of rectal cancer. Pray for peace and that surgery can be scheduled ASAP.”

11/12/09 Debbie Kahler’s mother, Alice Fraser-begins 6-treatment schedule of high dose chemo 11/24…every 3 wks…10/15/09…diagnosed with ovarian cancer…hysterectomy, appendix and portion of bowel removed on 10/26…stage 3C.

12/7/09 Update – Richard Long…4^th treatment on 11/30…feels worse than ever. Two weeks ago he wasn’t getting the meds he was supposed to be on because of dispute with insurance company…finally resolved…correct pills sent…very sick and not up for much company right now. 11/8/09-non-small cell cancer, large mass in his right lung, in his lymph nodes and abdomen. Just completed 3^rd chemo treatment which makes him very sick…CAT scan shows the tumors are shrinking. “Please continue to pray! Thank you.”

11/09/09 -Rev. Bruce Howes-follicular lymphoma cancer…for updates go to http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/bruhowes.

11/11/09-Gerald Lekberg…Brain tumor close to brain stem

7/24/09-Pray for the Van Wingerden Family on the loss of daughter Ashley.

Pray Every Day for these Men and Women (and their families) Serving Our Country.

Name/Relationship	Request and/or Update
Michael Berth (25) (son of GRPC members Rolland and Carol Berth)	12/14/09 Update…has returned from recent tour of Iraq. ”For the next 5 mos. he will be working at Willow Grove Naval Air Stn. Thank you for your many prayers and kind messages. May our gracious God bring all in uniform home safely.” His address is: Lcpl Berth, Michael, 174 E. Village Rd., Elkton, MD 21921 Email: mlberthusmc@yahoo.com.
Adam Brenner (19) (son of GRPC member Elena Brenner)	11/26/09 Update – Adam’s original company was deployed two weeks ago. He was held back to finish his physical therapy and will be home for Christmas. He is now scheduled for an 11 month deployment beginning in or near March of 2010. Thank you for your prayers and letters during his time of recovery.
Staff Sgt. Brian Creek (son of GRPC members Don and Elaine Creek and brother of GRPC members J.R. , Steven and Kevin Creek)	9/23/09- Back at Alaska base following 3^rd tour of duty in Iraq…family has been under great strain and needs to be brought together and strengthened. If he does not get the transfer to east coast as a recruiter, he may be heading to Afghanistan.
Capt. Wesley Davison (son of Greg and Candy Davison)	6/09 Update-back to Iraq as an intelligence pilot privately contracted by the Army. He will be in Iraq 2 to 3 months at a time and home 2 to 3 months at a time. He has also joined the Army Reserves.
Brad Fisher (son of GRPC members David and Betsy Fisher)	Commission Ensign in U.S. Navy…stationed at San Diego, CA…training in special warfare.
Major Gregory Scott Hall (son of GRPC member Pamela Hall)	11/30/09 – Pray he will be able to return from Afghanistan to Ohio in time for the birth of their to-be adopted son in January. July, 09 left for 6 mos. in Afghanistan. Address: Greg Hall, Camp Phoenix, AF-MMTT, APO-AE 09320
Reserves…Robert Howell (GRPC member Marion Howell’s husband)	11/12/09- being tested for possible autoimmune disorder…7/20/09 – has tarsal tunnel syndrome, peripheral neuropathy and needs a hip replacement
Airman Aaron T. Johnson (21) (son of GRPC member Rod Johnson)	…at RAF Lakenheath in England serving in the U.S. Air Force…48th Fighter Wing Munitions Squadron…builds, stores, and transports bombs. Email: AaronT.Johnson@lakenheath.af.mil
McGaughan, Sean (28) (GRPC member)	US Coast Guard 10/12/09 Update: being sent away for 5 months in beginning of Jan. Pray for his family…wife, Carrie, 16 mo.old, John (who is VERY attached to his Daddy) and 3 mo. old Riagan.
McManis (Nequist), Cori (19) (GRPC member and son of GRPC members Greg & Heidi Nequist)	12/08…in Naval School…send notes/cards to…Cori McManis, 320A Dewey Ave., 6301 rm 512, Great Lakes, IL 60088
Pilot, Lloyd Massey, acquaintance of SK attendee, Andy White – stationed in Kuwait.	in Kuwait. Address: CW4 Lloyd Massey, CJTF – C12 RFC Army, Unit 67001, 386 AEW/Post Office, APO AE 09855. Please also pray for his wife, Peg, and 2-year-old son in Clayton, DE.
Cpl. Benjamin Nelson, friend of Marion Howell	10/15/09-in OCS (mid-20s)…having heart issues. Pray for healing and resolution so he can finish his schooling.
Smith, Zachary (22) (GRPC member, son of Ed and Terri Smith)	7/2/09– graduated from basic training with the Navy, Great Lakes base…finishing “A school” this week…home for two weeks…will be stationed in Washington, D.C.
Starrett, Candace (23) GRPC regular attendee), (daughter of GRPC members Paul and Matina Starrett)	8/08 Update – seaman in the U.S. Coast Guard… stationed in RI…spends bulk of time on the Ida Lewis, a buoy tender. Her address is 2121 W. Main Road, Apt. 109, Portsmouth, RI 02871
Tom Watson (25) (son of GRPC members Tom and Diane Watson)	8/24/09 Update – 82^nd Airborne stationed in Afghanistan.

Christmas Concert & Christmas Eve

Damon — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 20:44:38 +0000

Thanks to the snow, there is more time to invite friends and family to two awesome music events: our Christmas Concert on Wednesday 12/23 at 7:00pm, and the Christmas Eve service at 6:00 pm. Put the last minute shopping on hold and take some time to rock out and sing out to God with Glasgow’s worship team. The songs over both services have been carefully selected to reflect our “Ancient-Future” model of worship. Below are updated flyers you can print out and use to invite friends and family.

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