KA ATE UNSTt vi . CALA SEU R USCS Aaa In this country, we've been blessed We've been given a legacy of godly men. who came together over 230 years ago Lnder “vine providence’ to fashion to gether a system of government to guaran- teed individual betes, Life, iberty and the pursuit of happiness. We are the most prosperous country inthe world where even our poorest atizens are ‘wealthy in comparison to the rest ofthe works poor. ‘At Family Church we'e celebrating twenty years of service to the Kingdom through Pastor Peny. We are debl free and looking daily at ways to spread the Gospel through print, television and the Web, This isnot by accident. God has blessed this country and our church because men ‘and women of prayer have lifted each up to Gods throne room in intercession. In 1Tim 2:1 Pau tells Timothy urge, then, fst of all that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone, for kings and all those in authority." This month as we celebrate our free- ddoms let's remember the Source of all things good. Let’s make July the month of “requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving. “ and lift each level of leadership up by name. Pray for the music department: Pray for Ty and Cindy, that God would (row our ranks, that he would strengthen cur faith end light a fire in us that draws all men fo Him. Give us focus on what is important and a resolve to serve Him no ‘matter what happens around us. Pray for the church and her leadership: For divine guidanoe tothe men of the Pas: toral team and their wives and forthe staff that supports them. For all the workers who volunteer out of love for others, Pray {or guidance, clanty and focus that they do Gods willon this earth, Pray for our government. We'e still the greatest country on earth ‘ot because welre Americans but because We're a prayerful people. Ask that God ive our leaders godly guidance, wisdom and understanding of the issues and how it cffocs the people. And pray that they are Given the fear ofthe Lord in their decisions a they recognize from whom their leader- ship has been given. if my people, who are called by my namo, will humble themselves and pray and seek ‘my face and tur from their wicked ways, then will ear from heaven and wil for- give their sn end will heal thelr land, aking it outside the walls We need your ideas for ministry. We're looking for new ways to minster outside of the walls of the church. If you know where we can take the Good News to venues outside of the church contact Ty or Cindy at the church office, In this Issue Callto prayer Ideas for ministry Getting to Know You Survey responses Dept Calendar Remembering the Founding Fathers Mission Statement Sree MU nl} * Sunday Morning 8:00 Dept Prayer Time ChoiriPT Practice 8:15-9:00 8:15-9:00 9:00-9:30 * Wednesday Evening Band Practice ‘Sound Check Band 6:00 pm Praise Team 6:00 pm Join the Resonate Music Ministry Group PageGetting To Know You Survey by: Christi eallsme a | am I cuentfive in (i): Shannon Hs arta Stats: 21 Christina Wickman nt Lacy, a0 fing Tut My Salvation Story | remember that one prety wel | hed actualy led othe people to Crist before that point, bu fnlly realized miy own need for redemption at a Royal Ranger's Conference atthe age of 7. | went orwerd end eooepted im ito my heert and ite. 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He made me understand that He has. always been with me, tat was the one wo turned ‘vay from Hin, tht He loved me, From that moment con had arenewed relationship wth my Father God, a love relatonship, He is my all, the ove ofr fe, and thank Fim daly forall He has done forme and my family 4.What is your favorite scripture ite verse? issih 40 2.When did you slat singinglplaying music? | seree pian ool and it seems ike Day hen | was 5, | start high ‘snging in chon 3: What are your hobbies? Corll, rans inserin 4.Whatis your favorite color 3 stuation, but am partl to blue and puple What is your favorite foodrestaurant? io Vaan anc Mexi ‘.What is your favorite ice cream flavor? Suc: Fiee Apple Pie and B pe: aratel stock racing) ike them al depending on food, Chis. TCI 12007 Why? 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Nine fought and died from wounds or hardships of the Revolutionary War. ‘They signed and they pledged their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honor. And while many know of Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, John Hancock, John Adams, and other famous signers, here is what happened to several of the lesser known ones... + Carter Braxton of Virginia, a wealthy planter and trader, saw his ships swept from the seas by the British favy. He sold his home and properties to pay his debts, and died in rags. + ‘Thomas McKean was so hounded by the British that he was forced to move his family almost constantly. He served in the Congress without pay, and his family was kept in hiding. His possessions were taken from him, and pov- erty was his reward. + Dillery, Hall, Clymer, Walton, Gwinnett, Heyward, Rutledge, and Middleton had their properties looted by vandals or soldiers. + Thomas Nelson Jr.,at the battle of Yorktown, noted that the British General Cornwallis had taken over the Nelson home for his headquarters. He quietly urged General George Washington to open fire. ‘The home was destroyed, and Nelson died bankrupt. Continued on page 4