Alabama Ladies' Retreat

The Ladies met May 15-16 for their annual retreat. The theme was "Where The Wind Blows" with guest speaker Sylvia Staten from South Caroline. Donna Howard and her team did an outstanding job organizing each event. There were 212 ladies in attendance.

Gordon--Conwell Seminary

This past week end, May 21-24, was the Spring session for the Gordon--Conwell Seminary, Alabama School. The lesson, "The Joy of Ministry-The Book of Philippians" inspired and informed our Students. Dr. Wallace Pratt was the Professor for this class. Our numbers are reflecting steady gains each session. Praise the Lord!

The Student Body composition includes those with no college studies, until now, as well as those who have college level studies and degrees in other areas. There are several students absent from the pictures below.

January school (7-10) will be "Old Testament Survey" with Gordon-Conwell Professor, Jim Breneman.

Awaken Tour--Woodland Hills

On Saturday, May 2nd the Awaken Tour made its stop in Bessemer, AL. The night was amazing as the altar filled with young and old like, responding to the challenge from Heaven. Folks really seemed to catch the Spirit of Urgenecy, realizing we must redeem the time that is at hand. We had a great crowd of about 250. Many of our churches were represented: Greenpond, Hopewell, Tarrant, Short Creek, Pelham, and of course, the hosting church, Woodland Hills. A huge “Thank You” is due to all of our churches that supported this event. Because of your support, we will continue to proved ministry of this nature in your area.

I am so proud of the AWAKEN Team. Keith Morris and his worship band from Hazel Green lead us in “Throne Room” worship. The astrosphere was incredible! We also heard from six anointed ministers. Each spoke on different topics, forming the acronym A.W.A.K.E.N. Our ministers for the night included: Laura Cobb, Nic Jackson, William Wesley, Bethany Beck, Amelia Teshlich, and Jason Cobb. The AWAKEN Drama Group ministered three dramas and one skit. Everything flowing from the pulpit was provoking, inspiring, and life changing.

Truly God has raise up this tour for such a time as this! These pictures shows the entire AWAKEN Team.

Tim Beck, Alabama State Youth Pastor

Heritage Day at the Park

It's Heritage Day at the Park! Heritage Ministries and Youth Ministries have teamed up to bring the entire family, friends, youth and church groups together on June 13, 2009 at Fields of the Wood in Murphy, NC in the great Smoky Mountains. Everyone from the east, west, north and south is welcome.

There will be something for everyone, young and old, including:
Great contemporary & southern gospel music
The Great Heritage Race
Baptismal Service
Games for everyone
Special guest speakers and presenters
The best burgers on sale at the Burger Mountain Cafe (or you can also bring your own picnic lunch if you prefer)
Guided tours of the park
And much, much more!

Activities begin at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 13, 2009. This is a free event. No admission fee is required.

Fields of the Wood
10000 Hwy. 294
Murphy, NC 28906
www.fieldsofthewood.net
(828) 494-7855

We are looking for music, drama and dance groups to participate in our afternoon spectacular. Please contact Paul Holt at (423) 559-5217 (pholt@cogop.org) or Aileen Reid at (423) 559-5304 (areid@cogop.org ) if you would like to participate or for more information. See you at the park!

Mother's Day

Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers. Sunday, May 10th is Mother's Day. A Mother's Love is compared to Christ's Love. May you find joy, peace, happiness and the knowledge that you are loved. God bless each of you.