A Reading of Scripture

1. A Reading of Scripture John John 13:1-5

2. John 13:1-5 1It was just before the Passover Feast. Jesus knew that the time had come for him to leave this world and go to the Father. Having loved his own who were in the world, he now showed them the full extent of his love.

3. John 13:1-5 2The evening meal was being served, and the devil had already prompted Judas Iscariot, son of Simon, to betray Jesus.

4. John 13:1-5 3Jesus knew that the Father had put all things under his power, and that he had come from God and was returning to God;

5. John 13:1-5 4so he got up from the meal, took off his outer clothing, and wrapped a towel around his waist. 5After that, he poured water into a basin and began to wash his disciples' feet, drying them with the towel that was wrapped around him.

6. missions service adult education 2:42 small groups facilities management Service Opportunities benevolence youth activities technology grounds grade school education food baskets VBS pre-school education nursery local outreach women’s ministry facilities upkeep PALS

7. Why Serve? (or why should we get involved?) • Jesus’ example • John 13:1-5 (Jesus teaches his disciples) One of the last acts Jesus did while on this earth was one of service • God commands it • Romans 12:9-16 (Personal responsibilities) “Love must be sincere. … keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. … ” • I Peter 4:10 (Living for God) “Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms.”

8. The body (HVCoC) needs it • I Corinthians 12:20-27 (One body, many parts) In order for Christ’s body, the Church, to accomplish its task, we must work together as a team. To dispel division, we are to be involved with one another. We need to assist each other as servants and friends – just like a human body comes to the aid of its injured parts. • Servanthood brings “rewards” • Luke 12:37-38 (Prepared servant served by God)) • John 12:26 (God honors servants) • I Kings 3:8-9 (Solomon, a servant, granted wisdom)

9. Service is a Foundation of This Church A fundamental long-term goal approved by the congregation upon establishment of the Hardin Valley church: “Actively involve every member by developing and maintaining a functional structure that utilizes their individual spiritual gifts and talents.” Every year since its inception, the congregation has had a goal of: “Involve every member in some ministry of the church.” Every member should be actively involved in some ministry of the church!!!

10. 2010 Service Opportunities(A Partial List)

12. Wanted: Manual & Skilled Labor • Unloading of 550 new chairs (no experience needed) • Move 75 chairs from YMCA • Move 25 chairs from Hardin Valley storage • Move selected furnishings from storage • Craftsmen: - Hanging of whiteboards and bulletin boards - Fabrication of hook racks for coats, diaper bags, etc. - Fabrication and installation of shelving - Fabric covering of sound panels (crew ldr + 4-6) - Installation of sound panels (crew ldr + 2-3) - Installation of window blinds (crew ldr + 4-6) - Installation of bathroom accessories (crew ldr + 1-2) • Need: Portable baby cribs SeeJohn Wilkerson

13. Wanted: Grounds-Keepers & -Scapers • Maintain • Church grounds • Church parking lot(s) • Grounds equipment • Drainage/watershed system • Adequate area for organic debris • Playground & community “service” areas (future) SeeTommy Whitehead Join the Weedwackers: This group of families, small groups or individuals will be enlisting into a sacred club which will continue in upkeep of flower beds, landscape design and general grounds-keeping and grounds-scaping.

14. Wanted: Bible Teachers Pre-K & Grade School Education • Team teachers • Husband-wife teams • Co-teachers • Substitutes/Backups • Can teach with minimal preparation • Media Center workers (later) SeeLee Whitaker

15. Wanted: Local Outreach Workers • Need workers for all teams: • Contact Development Team (SeeBeth & Mike Doughty) • Contact Follow-up Team (SeeMartha & Mike Smith) • Relationship Development Team (Need leader) • Bible Studies Team (SeeJeanette & Jerry Dyer) • Organization Team (SeePhil Butler, Lucy Embry or Lori Skaggs) • Champions for new ministries identified by the congregation Building Use Survey SeeTom Rucker

16. Wanted: Communion Preparers • Prepare communion bread and juice for one or two months per year on a rotating basis • Need 6-12 individuals or couples SeeAmy or Mark Pittenger

17. Wanted: Preschool P.A.L.S. Workers • Teachers • Rotation of 2-person teams • Provide worship service appropriate for pre-schoolers • Curriculum provided • Snack Helpers • Provide snacks for pre-schoolers after lesson • Setup before snacks and cleanup afterwards SeeRobin Flournoy

18. Wanted: Women’s Ministry Workers • Thanksgiving and Christmas food baskets and gifts (SeeRhonda Moss) • Provide food for families with short-term needs (illnesses, deaths, births, moves, … ) (SeeMarsha KohringorKristy Hall) • Women’s Retreat workers (SeeTeresa Herndon) • Always looking for ladies to help with special activities (seminars, workshops, Interactions with HV Schools, … ) (SeeSusan McKissick)

19. Wanted: Benevolence Workers • FISH Deliveries (2nd Saturday of every month) • SeeTodd FlournoyorSteve Lipsey • Central Church of Christ (Knoxville) • Tutoring & Summer Programs (SeeErin Kapp) • School Store and Food Pantry (SeeDarlene & Bob Hunter) • Overlaps with Missions Ministry SeeBob Hunter

20. Wanted: Mission Champions Mission Champions are folks that are committed to being actively involved with a specific Mission Opportunity.  For information on ways to participate in Mission Opportunities see one of the Champions for that specific Mission. UT Christian Student Center - (See Tim Wilson) Escobedo, Mexico - (See John Little, Joe Herndon, Jack Bender, Pat Lewis, Tommy Whitehead, Erin Kapp or Mike Doughty) Albania - (See Ken Martin, Bill Brosey or Jim Fox) Ukraine - (See Bill Brosey) Kenya - (See Betty & Mark Jones or Heidee & Lee Whitaker) China - (See Gina & Tom Rucker) Clayton Pepper Center for Church Growth - (See Gina & Tom Rucker) Central Church of Christ - (See Darlene & Bob Hunter or Erin Kapp) Lake City Church of Christ - (See Mike Doughty or Kathy Campbell)

21. Wanted: Manual & Skilled Laborers • Provide help for people in the HV community and HVCoC members who may need help with yardwork or house repairs such as • Plumbing • Carpentry • Painting • Raking leaves • Small electrical jobs • Mowing • Raking leaves See Larry McDonald or Wilson Jerkins

22. Wanted: Website Workers • Prayer list updater • Calendar updater • Photo Updater (periodic) • Mission report organizer (periodic) SeePhil Butler

23. Some Other Opportunities • New 2:42 small groups with leaders (SeeLarry McDonald) • Host a new College 2:42 small group (See Jeremy Kendrick) • Lead established work of providing “care packages” for college students during finals (See Jeremy Kendrick) • Nursery workers (See Jessica Kranz) • Help organize and plan fellowship events such as congregational dinners and the Fall Retreat (See Pat Lewis)