June 17, 2023
Please join us this Sunday for in-person service at 10:30 AM.
We will also be live streaming the service on our live Facebook page and at
Athens Church of Christ.
Announcements 
 Holte Gardens Open House This event is TODAY @ 9AM-1PM. Click the link to see details on all three pages. This event will benefit Marva Cheapoo’s dream project – a school in Liberia, West Africa. RSVP is encouraged.
 From Steve Gibson, Camp Swamp Director :
There are still plenty of openings for the second Family Camp at the end of the summer (7/26-29).
Remember that Shining Stars Performing Arts Camp is cancelled this summer. Please pray for Carrie Kelsie as she faces a very recently diagnosed serious health situation.
Please see the list below for an update on what we currently need. Steve 706-351-3092
Volunteer Counselors needed
Week 5 (7/9-7/15) – We could 2 more female and 2 more male volunteers.
Kitchen Volunteers needed
Week 5 (7/9-7/15) – This is the week that we really need help. We could use 6 more volunteers.
Week 6 (7/16-7/22) – We need 4 more if possible.
Go to https://www.campswamp.com/youthcamp/ to volunteer.
Sunday School Classes June 18
IN PERSON
BEMA DISCUSSION GROUP (Old Testament)
We will meet @ 9:00 AM in the 3rd-5th classroom.
We will discuss Episode 29: Images of the Desert-Wadi and En Gedi
https://www.bemadiscipleship.com/29
Anyone is welcome to join. If you have any questions, please text Jeff Pursell 770-601-4881 or Cindy Pursell 706-713-6727.
ONLINE
BEMA DISCUSSION GROUP (New Testament)
8:30 AM via Zoom: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7062272919
Anyone is welcome to join this group.
For more information, please contact Rachele Gibson at 706-621-9894.
BEMA DISCUSSION GROUP (Season 3)
8:30 AM via Zoom
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81828715872?pwd=RTM5eTdORi9vaFpidGx1U2xLWlJkUT09
This group would like for people to have listened to the first 2 seasons.
For more information, please contact Dominic Spinella at 678-296-0826.
ESCAPING THE BEAST: POLITICS, ALLEGIANCE, AND KINGDOM
8:30 AM via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6770225451
Anyone is welcome to join even if you haven’t read the book.
For more information, please contact Shaun Jones at 404-660-2530.
 WINE TO WATER
Meets every week via Zoom 8:15 – 9:15 AM
Meeting Link: Wine to Water
Meeting ID: 819 6996 1861
Anyone who thinks they might have a problem with alcohol or drugs is invited. Participants do not have to be a member of our congregation. More info about Wine to Water can be found at https://www.athenscoc.com/ministries/wine-to-water/.
Psalm 5:3 “In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.”
Updates are always appreciated. Send updates to:
New Prayer Request
Terry Stanfield had a stroke this week and is currently at Piedmont Hospital. There is no swelling or bleeding, but it has affected his right side. He will be doing inpatient rehab for two weeks. Please pray for his complete healing. Cards of encouragement can be sent to 295 Forest Heights Drive, Athens, GA 30606.
Prayer Requests
Marva Cheapoo’s daughter, Dongwen Hanson, and granddaughter, Ajai, as they work to finalize the opening of the school in Monrovia, Liberia.
The Goodwin’s friends, Abhi and Ashna Kashinath, in the process of adopting a child from India.
Parker Bewley as he recovers from ankle surgery. Address: 485 Township Court, Winder, GA 30680.
Continued prayers for health concerns
Ken Lauderdale 75 Old Edwards Road, Arnoldsville, GA 30619
Pat Snow 1260 Nona Drive, Athens, GA 30606
Steven Baker 335 Paige Way, Winder, GA 30680
Leonard Patat’s Uncle Jack Brink (Alberta’s brother) in hospice care in Winton, California. Leonard & Alberta’s address: 195 Sycamore Drive, Apt. I-65, Athens, GA 30606
Lisa Washington’s friend, Yushang. Her cancer came back in her right arm and her legs.
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