Bulletin 7-2-19

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Vol. 44 July 2, 2019 Number 25
Liberty And Justice For All
By Barry Kennedy
As citizens of the United States we are very familiar with these words. They
are the closing words to the “Pledge of Allegiance.” This Thursday we celebrate the
Fourth of July, our day of independence. This day marks the cry for freedom from
tyranny and a call to liberty in this “new world.” Where would we be as a nation
today without this epic moment in history? However, there are still many today
who take for granted this liberty and mock the very idea of justice. The only thing
that motivates them is a desire to gain power and to fulfill their own lusts. Justice
for all has turned into justice for those who think alike. This is why the forefathers
drafted the constitution, so that all could have a standard. With that standard we
have enjoyed the greatest prosperity and freedom history has ever known. This is
also true for the spiritual world.
Mankind has found himself bound in sin since the fall in the garden
(Genesis 3; Romans 5:12). Many fail to see that a life lived in sin is a life lived in
bondage. Paul explained this truth to the Roman congregation. “Know ye not, that
to whom ye yield yourselves servants to obey, his servants ye are to whom ye obey;
whether of sin unto death, or of obedience unto righteousness?” (Romans 6:16).
Slavery and bondage have led many people to extraordinary feats of bravery and
perseverance. Can anyone imagine wanting to be enslaved? We as Americans
especially pride ourselves on our freedoms, yet when we take an honest look at
many of the lifestyles promoted in the nation, we cannot help but to see that many
are living a life of slavery. Many are slaves to their jobs, fashion, entertainment,
drugs (including alcohol), power, and many things as well. Christians are to be a
balanced people. In fact, the word God used is “temperance” meaning self-
controlled (2 Peter 1:5-10). Paul pointed this out to the church at Corinth by
comparing Christianity to athletics.
Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the
prize? So run, that ye may obtain. And every man that striveth for the
mastery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible
crown; but we an incorruptible. I therefore so run, not as uncertainly; so
fight I, not as one that beateth the air: But I keep under my body, and bring
it into subjection: lest that by any means, when I have preached to others, I
myself should be a castaway (1 Corinthians 9:24-27).
We should be striving continually for the freedom from sin and the great burden
that it places upon the souls of mankind. “For the wages of sin is death; but the gift
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ELDERS
Mike Childers..............397-6453
Dennis Hallmark .........255-5557
Mark Hitt.....................322-0917
Bobby Lindley.............260-9193
DEACONS
Wade Bryan.................419-5552
William Harris.............416-8149
Ricky Lindsey .............255-8136
Jeff Mansel..................871-0357
Jimmy Spearman.........840-8957
Michael Wilson ...........891-0891
PREACHER
Barry Kennedy ... (931)787-7108
SECRETARY
Renee Childers
Office...........................842-6116
Fax...............................842-7091
E-MAIL
eastmaincoc38804@gmail.com
WEB PAGE
eastmaincoc.com
SUNDAY SERVICES
Worship....................... 9:00 a.m.
Bible Classes............. 10:15 a.m.
Worship..................... 11:15 a.m.
Singing or Devotional
Last Sunday of the Month
MID-WEEK
SERVICES
Wednesday Classes .....7:00 p.m.
EAST MAIN CHURCH OF CHRIST
1606 East Main Street
P. O. Box 1761
Tupelo, Mississippi 38802
“Thou shalt observe to do all that they inform thee”
(Deut. 17:10)

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of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord”
(Romans 6:23).
Liberty and justice is a universal blessing. In
fact, many Americans would love to see all nations
of this great world take on the banner of liberty and
justice. However, some want to enjoy their own
liberty and never consider anyone else. Maybe they
are racist or just self-centered. Neither one of these
characteristics are acceptable in true Christianity.
Peter was given direct instruction from God as to
the acceptance of Gentiles into God’s Kingdom, the
Church (Acts 10). Even after Peter converted the
Italian centurion Cornelius, the Jews did not want to
welcome this “outsider” into their fellowship (Acts
11:1, 2). Therefore, Cornelius received liberty and
justice from God, but not the Jews (at the first
anyway). Peter summed it up with these words, “Of
a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of
persons: But in every nation he that feareth him,
and worketh righteousness, is accepted with him”
(Acts 10:34, 35).
Are we truly desiring liberty and justice for
all? As Americans we pledge liberty and justice for
all in our “Pledge of Allegiance,” but what about
spiritually speaking? Do we really want those who
are living in the bonds of sin to be free? The
answer to this question is found in our willingness,
or unwillingness, to fulfill God’s great commission.
“Go ye into all the world and preach the gospel to
every creature. He that believeth and is baptized
shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be
damned” (Mark 16:15, 16).
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Community Outreach
Program
The Community Outreach
Program will be donating 100
backpacks filled with school
supplies to area schools again this
year. Please take a tab of what
school supply you would be
willing to donate from the marker board in the foyer
beside the water fountain. All supplies need to be
returned to the building by JULY 14. Thanks, so
much for your help!
Sympathy
Our sympathy is extended to Jeff Mansel in the
los of his brother-in-law, Chris Douglass, on June
26 following a heart attack. Funeral services will be
held on July 6 at Southern Heritage Funeral Home
in Pelham, AL.
Also, we extend condolences to Pete Barber in
the loss of his cousin, G. W. Barber. Funeral
services were held on June 30 at McNeece-Morris
Funeral Home in Mantachie.
Placed Membership
Kent & Missy Nichols and Karen Mix made
known their desire Sunday to be recognized as
members of the East Main congregation and work
under the oversight of our elders. Please welcome
them into our family.
Kent & Missy Nichols
119 Drive 1455
Tupelo, MS 38804
Phones: Kent—549-2375; Missy—871-5898
Karen Mix
434 S. Canal St.
Tupelo, MS 38804
Phone: 205-522-5709
Peru Mission Trip
John Mounce is currently on a mission trip in Peru
with one of the LAM YESII groups. Please keep
him in your prayers for safe travels and that much
seed will be planted.
Sr. Adult Fellowship
The monthly Sr. Adult fellowship for those age 50
and above will not be held this month due to it
falling on the July 4th
holiday. It will resume in
August.
John Duke is stationed in Long Beach, MS
Caleb Williams is stationed in Camp Lejeune, NC

3. Daily Bible Reading
July 3 ....................................................Proverbs 10-13
July 4 ....................................................Proverbs 14-17
July 5 ....................................................Proverbs 18-21
July 6 ....................................................Proverbs 22-24
July 7 ....................................................Proverbs 25-27
July 8 ....................................................Proverbs 28-29
July 9 ....................................................Proverbs 30-31
Birthdays & Anniversaries
Birthdays: Sarah Phillips (July 2), Betty
Long (July 6), Logan Lyle (July 7).
Anniversaries: Clinton & Kassi Kingsley
(July 5), Michael & Christine Wilson (July 5).
Our Sick
Jean Mounce continues at UAB following surgery.
Norma Deaton is home with colitis. Mary Lou
Walden has a broken collar bone. Pat Putt had a swing
fall with her hurting her leg. Evelyn Willis is at the
Meadows for therapy. Please do not visit until after 3
p.m. Jill Rice, Debbie Vines’ mother, continues at
Sanctuary Hospice. Tracy Lyle’s dad, James Nichols,
is at the Baldwyn Nursing Facility for therapy. Ann
Letteri, Sandra Simmons’ sister, is on home hospice.
Betty Long & Brenda Spearman were sick at home
Sunday.
On-Going Illnesses
Laverne Raper, Frankie Estes, Steve Kelly, Donny
Dulaney, Adam McCurley, Linda McCurley, Mary
Jordan, Bretta Robinson, James Goddard, Bill Goff,
Tommy Goff, Sheba Tuggers, Leroy Brown, Jadon
Parish, Carol Nichols, Caroline Willis, Jerry Smith,
Mitch Maclean, Lee Graham, Randy Groover, Penny
Lane Geno, Don Blackwell, Mary Starz, Chiquita Allen,
Heather Williams, Aspen White
Nursing Homes
Nancy Haywood, Randy Attaway, Shirley McCarthy,
Mary Southern, Veona Harris
Evelyn Willis’ Address
Many have asked for Evelyn Willis’ address at the
Meadows:
Mary Evelyn Willis, Room 104
c/o The Meadows
P. O. Drawer 127
Fulton, MS 38843
Phone: 862-2165 (ext. 1042)—2-4 pm or 6:30-7:30 pm
Jean Mounce’s Address
Jean Mounce has been in and out of the hospital since
October, 2018. She still has a long road of recovery.
She would love to hear from you by card, phone call,
text or even a visit:
Norma Jean Mounce
c/o UAB, Room S742
619 19th
Street S.
Birmingham, AL 35249-1900
Phone: 491-0362 (her cell phone)
Family Rally
The New Albany
congregation would
like to invite
everyone of all ages
to a Family Rally
on Saturday, July
13 beginning at 1:00 p.m. Reed Swindle will be
speaking on “The Church Family.” There will be
classes for adults, teens, and children on “How we
can help the family at home and in the church?”
Sr. Saints’ Activity
The Senior Saints (age 60
and above) are invited to the
multipurpose room Saturday,
July 13 from 9:00-11:00 a.m.
for fun, food & games. Please
sign the list posted beside the
tract rack in the foyer if you
plan to attend.
Community Outreach Item:
Diapers
Our Gospel Meeting is scheduled
for Sept. 22-25 with Scott Cain.
Mark your calendars!

4. Summer Series
Our summer series class on Sunday mornings during the Bible class hour is going very well.
All the adult classes and the 9th
-12th
grade class are meeting in the auditorium through Sunday,
August 25. This year’s topic is “What does the Bible say about _____?” Below is a list of
remaining topics. (The college class will continue to meet upstairs during the summer.)
Date Topic Teacher
7-Jul-19 Death Rommie Dilworth
14-Jul-19 Monuments Dennis Hallmark
21-Jul-19 Demons Barry Kennedy
28-Jul-19 Animals Jeff Mansel
4-Aug-19 #7 Wade Bryan
11-Aug-19 Mountains Michael Wilson
18-Aug-19 Money Roger Sanderson
25-Aug-19 Trees Wesley Bass
Men to Serve Sunday, July 7, 2019 a.m.
Announcements.......................................Jeff Mansel
Bible Reading..........................................Tanner Hitt
Opening Prayer ..............................Roger Sanderson
Lord’s Supper
Hugh Scribner & Terry Kingsley
Serve Congregation, East Side:
Larry Bates, Larry Long, Robert Parker
Serve Congregation, West Side:
Eddie Simmons, Grady Vines, Harold Roby
Lead Singing..............................................Mark Hitt
Closing Prayer.......................................Wesley Bass
Ushers ................Mark Gilliland & David Ramseyer
Please meet in the library by 8:45 a.m.
Sunday Afternoon
Opening Prayer .............................. Dennis Hallmark
Closing Prayer....................................... Chet Wilson
Lead Singing.............................. Bobby Joe Lindley
Wednesday, July 10, 2019
Prayer................................................ Stuart Childers
Lead Singing......................................... Wade Bryan
Contact Jimmy Spearman (610-0706) if unable to serve.
The elders kindly request that men leading in public
worship wear the best dress clothes they have.
Greeters ..................................Dean & Kristie Webb
................................William & Marla Harris
Prepare Lord’s Supper—July...............Kristie Webb
& Evelyn Willis
Nursery..............Brittany Webb & Savannah Tucker
Pantry.................................................... Canned fruit
Attendance & Contribution
Mid-Week, 6-26-19..............................................161
Sunday 1st
Worship, 6-30-19 ...............................181
Sunday Bible Class ..............................................186
Sunday 2nd
Worship.............................................175
Contribution (budget $7,900)..........................$8,385