Connecting all to Christ to become healthy in God and courageous in love.

churchofthelakes.org 330-499-8972 facebook.com/churchofthelakesumc

Submit your news, information or announcements to betsi@churchofthelakes.org.

PrayersPrayersNeededNeeded

Pleaseprayfor: Ron Howenstine, Denny Smith, and Gretchen PattersonCongratulations to Denny & Darla Ross on the birth of their first grandchild, Owen Alexander, to parents Tyler & Maria Ross.Congratulations to Jen Jones on the birth of grandson, Patrick August to Hillary & Daniel Laughlin.OurCondolencesto Carl Schleich on the passing of his mother, Erma.To submit prayer requests call 330-499-8972 ext. 203 or email: prayer@churchofthelakes.org.

RetreatSAVE THE DATES

April 29 - May 1, 2022Carlisle Inn - Walnut Creek, OH

Loving ourselves as His beautiful

vessels

For more information & to register see the Women’s Ministry Retreat

brochures in the entryway.

TraditionalWorship-January9,2022-8:30&11:00am

Prayer Angela Schneider

Greeting8:30 - Tom Beattie 11:00 - Monica Coventry

*Hymn Praise to the Lord, the Almighty #139

*CalltoWorship 8:30 - Dianne Groenke 11:00 - Anna MyersLeader: We are the community of faith that has been created by the love of God. People:WearethepeoplewhohavebeensetfreebythewordofforgivenessinJesusChrist.Leader: We have come not to parade our own goodness but to praise the holiness of God. People:WehavecomenottoboastofwhatwehavedonebuttoproclaimtheredeemingworkofJesusChrist.All:Withallourbeing,wewillpraiseyou,OGod,andtellofallyourkindnesstowardus.Amen.

Anthem 8:30 Let Us Love On Another Sherman

Sanctuary Choir 11:00 How Will They Know? Patterson

Chancel Choir

TheUnitingofourHeartsinPrayer

EnteringintotheSpiritofWorship

Prelude My Hope is Built Held

ProclaimingtheWordofGod

CongregationalPrayerHolyGod,wecomeinprayerforthosewhoarehurting.ItisnoteasytolivehereonEarth.Thereissomuchpainandhurt.Relationshipsfailuswhenweneedthemmost.So,todayweprayforthosewhofeeldesperate–forthosewhofeelthatthereisnohope.God,pleasebringthemhope.Showthemthatyouholdtheminthepalmofyourhand.Letthemneverforgetthatyoucanmakebeautifulthingsoutofthedustandaboveall,maytheyknowthedeeppeaceofbeingyourchildren.Thankyouforlovingusandcaringaboutussodeeply.Amen.

ScriptureReadingMatthew 18:15-22 pg. 794

Visit churchofthelakes.org/online-giving or text: 733090 to 715-803-4772Offering envelopes are located in the back of the pews, or on the pew pad clipboards.

For EFT instructions contact Stephanie Strock, stephanie@churchofthelakes.org

ConnectSanctuaryAltarFlowersSign up outside the Christian Education office to purchase the Sanctuary altar flowers for a Sunday in 2022 (1 date per household). Cost is $20, put your date in the check memo line.

Explore

Serve

NewMembersClassIf you are interested in becoming a member of Church of the Lakes, plan to attend “Pizza with the Pastors” TODAY at 12:15 pm in room 206. This is an informal luncheon which will give you an opportunity to visit with our Pastors, learn more about our church. Those who want to join will attend a 4 week class held on Sundays,January16th-February6th, 5:00 - 6:30 pm in room 206. New members will be received on Sunday, February 13th at the service of their choice. For more information or to register for the class contact the church office, 330-499-8972.

Multi-SiteInformationalMeetingWe hope you will join us on Sunday, January 16th at 12:15 pm in the Activity Center for an informational meeting corresponding to our Multi-Site vision of creating “One Church in Multiple Locations.” We are building our launch team for the upcoming Canal Fulton campus. If you are interested in supporting our first multi-site campus come to this hour long presentation. If you are unable to attend, contact Multi-site Pastor Robby Strock, robert@churchofthelakes.org.

8:30UshersNeededThe 2022 sign-up chart is now posted on the bulletin board outside the church office. Consider volunteering for a month or as many weeks as you can. This is a great way to get to know those attending your service. Call Coral Pennetti, 330-704-0938 with questions.

BloodDriveChurch of the Lakes will be hosting a blood drive on Saturday,February5th,9:30 am - 2:30 pm in the Activity Center. The American Red Cross is in critical need of blood donations. Signup for an appointment at redcrossblood.org and search using sponsor code ‘churchofthelakes’.

SmallGroupforMothersJoin MOPS to enjoy time with other moms for fellowship, learning, and encouragement. Our evening group meets the 1st&3rdTuesdayof each month, 6:30 pm in room 105. If you have interest in a Wednesday morning group, contact Pastor Janet, 330-685-4882. Childcare is provided.

BuddyBagsHelp one of our high school seniors, Lily Graham, with her senior capstone service project of creating care packages for Canton area foster children. Donations of the following items are appreciated: What is needed: socks, toothpaste, toothbrushes, water bottles, small stuffed animals, coloring utensils, coloring books, gently used duffel bags or suitcases. Donations will be accepted January16th-February6th, and can be placed in the “Buddy Bags” tote under the coat rack in the entryway.

TodaywecelebratethebaptismofBraxtonChadima(Oasis).

*Those who are able, please stand

Choir Director - Abe Gibson; Organist/Accompanist - Jimmy Oakley

*ResponseinSong(11:00 only) Praise God, From Whom All Blessings Flow #94PraiseGod,fromwhomallblessingsflow;PraiseGod,allcreaturesherebelow;Alleluia,Alleluia!PraiseGodthesourceofallourgifts;PraiseJesusChristwhosepoweruplifts.PraisetheSpirit,HolySpirit!Alleluia,Alleluia,Alleluia!

Postlude Praise to the Lord! Cherwien

ClosingHymn Lord, I Want to Be a Christian #402

Scripture 1 Corinthians 6:1-6 pg. 926

Benediction

*Hymn(11:00 only) My Tribute #99

SendingForth

*PrayerofDedication(11:00 only)

AltarFlowersare given to the Glory of God

Acolytes:Gavin Barnes & Nate DelCorso

Message Hope for Restored Relationships Hope for a New Year Pastor Bryan George

OfferingourGiftstoGod Great is Thy Faithfulness arr. Schrader

Rachel Gibson - voice; Jimmy Oakley - piano

*Those who are able, please stand

Choir Director - Abe Gibson; Organist/Accompanist - Jimmy Oakley

*ResponseinSong(11:00 only) Praise God, From Whom All Blessings Flow #94PraiseGod,fromwhomallblessingsflow;PraiseGod,allcreaturesherebelow;Alleluia,Alleluia!PraiseGodthesourceofallourgifts;PraiseJesusChristwhosepoweruplifts.PraisetheSpirit,HolySpirit!Alleluia,Alleluia,Alleluia!

Postlude Praise to the Lord! Cherwien

ClosingHymn Lord, I Want to Be a Christian #402

Scripture 1 Corinthians 6:1-6 pg. 926

Benediction

*Hymn(11:00 only) My Tribute #99

SendingForth

*PrayerofDedication(11:00 only)

AltarFlowersare given to the Glory of God

Acolytes:Gavin Barnes & Nate DelCorso

Message Hope for Restored Relationships Hope for a New Year Pastor Bryan George

OfferingourGiftstoGod Great is Thy Faithfulness arr. Schrader

Rachel Gibson - voice; Jimmy Oakley - piano

ContemporaryWorship-January9,2022-9:30am

SermonOutline

Focus: In a world of conflict and divisiveness, followers of Jesus are provided a path of forgiveness which leads to the hope for restoration. The failure to embrace this path of forgiveness and restoration harms the witness of our faith and diminishes the power to connect with God.

I) Lawsuits among families of faith: An ugly witness to a sin sick world Painful reminders of our vulnerability and a need for accountability John Wesley: “Though we can’t think alike, may we not love alike? May we not be of one heart, though we are not of one opinion? Without all doubt, we may.”

II) A Congregation in Corinth ripped apart by lawsuits (1 Corinthians 6) The surrounding Greek culture invited and was entertained by judicial lawsuits Paul: understood the need for judicial system, but not for petty issues among believers

III) Hope for Restored Relationships Forgiveness functions only with frankness Tangling with the toxic Looking to the future and the past In the Day of the Lord, Jesus will stand as judge of the world At the cross and resurrection, Jesus forgave us, we should forgive others

IV) Practical ways on how followers of Jesus handle conflict (Matthew 18:15-22) Evaluate if major or minor issue Is God being dishonored or others being hurt? Start by talking to offender privately and lovingly about the situation Pray for humility and wisdom Choose the right time and place (talk in person whenever possible) Listen carefully (Proverbs 18:13) Speak only to build others up (Ephesians 4:29) Ask for feedback from the other person If private conversation does not bring resolution, seek intervention from mature believers Called to ambassadors of reconciliation (2 Corinthians 5:11ff)

Welcome Matt Ritzert

JanuaryMissionalMeasure:Did I actively seek ways to grow spiritually today?

Benediction

Scripture 1 Corinthians 6:1-6Message Hope for Restored Relationships Hope for a New Year Pastor Bryan George

Prayer Cara Haley

PraiseSongs Battle BelongsLiving Hope

WorshipSong Goodness of God

ContemporaryWorship-January9,2022-9:30am

SermonOutline

Focus: In a world of conflict and divisiveness, followers of Jesus are provided a path of forgiveness which leads to the hope for restoration. The failure to embrace this path of forgiveness and restoration harms the witness of our faith and diminishes the power to connect with God.

I) Lawsuits among families of faith: An ugly witness to a sin sick world Painful reminders of our vulnerability and a need for accountability John Wesley: “Though we can’t think alike, may we not love alike? May we not be of one heart, though we are not of one opinion? Without all doubt, we may.”

II) A Congregation in Corinth ripped apart by lawsuits (1 Corinthians 6) The surrounding Greek culture invited and was entertained by judicial lawsuits Paul: understood the need for judicial system, but not for petty issues among believers

III) Hope for Restored Relationships Forgiveness functions only with frankness Tangling with the toxic Looking to the future and the past In the Day of the Lord, Jesus will stand as judge of the world At the cross and resurrection, Jesus forgave us, we should forgive others

IV) Practical ways on how followers of Jesus handle conflict (Matthew 18:15-22) Evaluate if major or minor issue Is God being dishonored or others being hurt? Start by talking to offender privately and lovingly about the situation Pray for humility and wisdom Choose the right time and place (talk in person whenever possible) Listen carefully (Proverbs 18:13) Speak only to build others up (Ephesians 4:29) Ask for feedback from the other person If private conversation does not bring resolution, seek intervention from mature believers Called to ambassadors of reconciliation (2 Corinthians 5:11ff)

Welcome Matt Ritzert

Benediction

Scripture 1 Corinthians 6:1-6Message Hope for Restored Relationships Hope for a New Year Pastor Bryan George

Prayer Cara Haley

PraiseSongs Battle BelongsLiving Hope

WorshipSong Goodness of God

JanuaryMissionalMeasure:Did I actively seek ways to grow spiritually today?

TraditionalWorship-January9,2022-8:30&11:00am

Prayer Angela Schneider

Greeting8:30 - Tom Beattie 11:00 - Monica Coventry

*Hymn Praise to the Lord, the Almighty #139

*CalltoWorship 8:30 - Dianne Groenke 11:00 - Anna MyersLeader: We are the community of faith that has been created by the love of God. People:WearethepeoplewhohavebeensetfreebythewordofforgivenessinJesusChrist.Leader: We have come not to parade our own goodness but to praise the holiness of God. People:WehavecomenottoboastofwhatwehavedonebuttoproclaimtheredeemingworkofJesusChrist.All:Withallourbeing,wewillpraiseyou,OGod,andtellofallyourkindnesstowardus.Amen.

Anthem 8:30 Let Us Love On Another Sherman

Sanctuary Choir 11:00 How Will They Know? Patterson

Chancel Choir

TheUnitingofourHeartsinPrayer

EnteringintotheSpiritofWorship

Prelude My Hope is Built Held

ProclaimingtheWordofGod

CongregationalPrayerHolyGod,wecomeinprayerforthosewhoarehurting.ItisnoteasytolivehereonEarth.Thereissomuchpainandhurt.Relationshipsfailuswhenweneedthemmost.So,todayweprayforthosewhofeeldesperate–forthosewhofeelthatthereisnohope.God,pleasebringthemhope.Showthemthatyouholdtheminthepalmofyourhand.Letthemneverforgetthatyoucanmakebeautifulthingsoutofthedustandaboveall,maytheyknowthedeeppeaceofbeingyourchildren.Thankyouforlovingusandcaringaboutussodeeply.Amen.

ScriptureReadingMatthew 18:15-22 pg. 794

Visit churchofthelakes.org/online-giving or text: 733090 to 715-803-4772Offering envelopes are located in the back of the pews, or on the pew pad clipboards.

For EFT instructions contact Stephanie Strock, stephanie@churchofthelakes.org

ConnectSanctuaryAltarFlowersSign up outside the Christian Education office to purchase the Sanctuary altar flowers for a Sunday in 2022 (1 date per household). Cost is $20, put your date in the check memo line.

Explore

Serve

NewMembersClassIf you are interested in becoming a member of Church of the Lakes, plan to attend “Pizza with the Pastors” TODAY at 12:15 pm in room 206. This is an informal luncheon which will give you an opportunity to visit with our Pastors, learn more about our church. Those who want to join will attend a 4 week class held on Sundays,January16th-February6th, 5:00 - 6:30 pm in room 206. New members will be received on Sunday, February 13th at the service of their choice. For more information or to register for the class contact the church office, 330-499-8972.

Multi-SiteInformationalMeetingWe hope you will join us on Sunday, January 16th at 12:15 pm in the Activity Center for an informational meeting corresponding to our Multi-Site vision of creating “One Church in Multiple Locations.” We are building our launch team for the upcoming Canal Fulton campus. If you are interested in supporting our first multi-site campus come to this hour long presentation. If you are unable to attend, contact Multi-site Pastor Robby Strock, robert@churchofthelakes.org.

8:30UshersNeededThe 2022 sign-up chart is now posted on the bulletin board outside the church office. Consider volunteering for a month or as many weeks as you can. This is a great way to get to know those attending your service. Call Coral Pennetti, 330-704-0938 with questions.

BloodDriveChurch of the Lakes will be hosting a blood drive on Saturday,February5th,9:30 am - 2:30 pm in the Activity Center. The American Red Cross is in critical need of blood donations. Signup for an appointment at redcrossblood.org and search using sponsor code ‘churchofthelakes’.

SmallGroupforMothersJoin MOPS to enjoy time with other moms for fellowship, learning, and encouragement. Our evening group meets the 1st&3rdTuesdayof each month, 6:30 pm in room 105. If you have interest in a Wednesday morning group, contact Pastor Janet, 330-685-4882. Childcare is provided.

BuddyBagsHelp one of our high school seniors, Lily Graham, with her senior capstone service project of creating care packages for Canton area foster children. Donations of the following items are appreciated: What is needed: socks, toothpaste, toothbrushes, water bottles, small stuffed animals, coloring utensils, coloring books, gently used duffel bags or suitcases. Donations will be accepted January16th-February6th, and can be placed in the “Buddy Bags” tote under the coat rack in the entryway.

TodaywecelebratethebaptismofBraxtonChadima(Oasis).

Connecting all to Christ to become healthy in God and courageous in love.

churchofthelakes.org 330-499-8972 facebook.com/churchofthelakesumc

Submit your news, information or announcements to betsi@churchofthelakes.org.

PrayersPrayersNeededNeeded

Pleaseprayfor: Ron Howenstine, Denny Smith, and Gretchen PattersonCongratulations to Denny & Darla Ross on the birth of their first grandchild, Owen Alexander, to parents Tyler & Maria Ross.Congratulations to Jen Jones on the birth of grandson, Patrick August to Hillary & Daniel Laughlin.OurCondolencesto Carl Schleich on the passing of his mother, Erma.To submit prayer requests call 330-499-8972 ext. 203 or email: prayer@churchofthelakes.org.

RetreatSAVE THE DATES

April 29 - May 1, 2022Carlisle Inn - Walnut Creek, OH

Loving ourselves as His beautiful

vessels

For more information & to register see the Women’s Ministry Retreat

brochures in the entryway.