Weekly Virtual Worship Service and Announcements – October 22, 2023
Welcome to the Langley Avenue Church of God Website!
Our Sunday Worship Service will begin at 11:00 a.m.(CST). You can view the livestream service on our website, Facebook, or YouTube Channel.
2023 Theme: OUR GOD LEADS! Theme Scripture: “He..leadeth me…” Psalm 23:2
Let’s Celebrate!
Pastor’s eleventh anniversary worship service is today, Sunday, October 22nd at 11:00 AM. Worship and praise the Lord with us, as we give thanks to Pastor Cynthia Thomas for her leadership, prayers, wisdom and love. Guest speaker is Rev. Phyllis Pickett, Associate Minister of Bethel AME Church, Evanston, Illinois.
Do You Need Prayer?
Join Langley’s Prayer Line…The Langley Prayer Line is staffed by Langley Avenue COG ministers and prayer team members. Note the available day and time for prayer:
Monday prayer 6:15 AM – 6:45 AM and 12:15 PM – 12:45 PM
Wednesday prayer 6:15 AM – 6:45 AM and 11:15 AM -12 Noon
Friday prayer 6:15 AM – 6:45 AM
Call in with prayer requests, to connect, to pray together and for any other needs.
Let us shelter under the mighty wings of God.
Langley’s Prayer Line:
1-267-807-9495
Access code: 471-150-100#
Two Ways to Give
Postal Mail– Langley Avenue Church of God, 710 E. 62nd St., Chicago, IL 60637
Zelle – langleycog@att.net
Announcements:
Sunday School Resumes every Sunday morning at 9:30 AM. The Bible study leader will welcome you as you learn more about the bible. Join members and visitors as they go into an in depth study each week.
October is observed as Pastor’s Appreciation Month. To our Pastors: “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God.” When the Word dwells in our hearts, we have no other reaction than to sing, to be thankful, to be joyful. – Colossians 3:16
Join us for our Weekly Bible Study at 7:00 PM for a lively discussion and rich lessons that apply to our daily lives. Conference call: Fellowship 7:00 -7:15 p.m. Bible Study 7:15 PM. 1-712-832-7000, Access code: 7041808#.
Langley’s In-Person Worship Services
You are welcome to visit and worship with us in-person or virtually. Invite your friends and family. Masks are optional. If you are ill please be mindful of others and remain home.
Free COVID-19 rapid tests
Beginning September 25, every U.S. household can again place an order to receive four more free COVID-19 rapid tests delivered directly to their home. Before You Throw Out “Expired” Tests: Check FDA’s website to see if your COVID-19 tests’ expiration dates have been extended. Order your free test at https://www.covid.gov/tests or if you need help placing an order for your at-home tests,
call 1-800-232-0233 (TTY 1-888-720-7489).
Save The Dates:
Project Care is preparing for it’s November community giveaway day. Your help is needed! All food donations must be brought to the church basement on Sunday, October 29th from 10:30-11AM or 12:15-12:30PM. and November 5 from 10:30-11AM only. For a list of donated food items click here. Please be advised that they are only accepting FOOD DONATIONS that are listed.
Let’s celebrate Children’s Day during 11:00 AM worship service on Sunday, October 29th. This will be a joyful day to worship with our young people.
On Sunday, November 5th, Baptism service will take place at the end of our 11:00 AM worship service. Be sure to give your name to Pastor Mario Jenkins if you plan to be baptized.
Giving Group Sunday is November 12th
Bring your donations to church to be placed in the cars in the parking lot following 11:00AM worship service. Donations will be taken to the African Shelter for families. Again this year, there is an even greater need. The following items will be accepted:
–Diapers and baby wipes
–Clean and gently used coats, jackets and sweaters of ALL sizes, children & adults.
–Monetary donations are also accepted and can be turned in no later than Sunday, October 29th to: Sis. Vanessa Weatherly, Sis. Brunetta Williams or Deacon Theresa Banks.
Remember to bring or send your donated items on Sunday, November 12th.
There is no storage availability at the church prior to that date. Thanks in advance for helping the Giving Group to bless those who are less fortunate and stand in need of help. The Lord blesses our efforts of benevolence.
The 2023 National Inspirational Youth Convention (NIYC) will be held in Houston, TX, Dec. 27-30, 2023.
The theme is Real Love. Register today and plan for an exciting time with your youth group. For more information on registration and scholarships for youth, visit NIYC.org A link to the hotel reservation site will be emailed to the primary contact upon receipt of registration. The cut-off date to reserve your room is December 14th at 11:59 PM.
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Credits:
Photos from Unsplash and NIYC.