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Atlantic Avenue Church, Lead Pastor Brad R. Riddle
March 26, 2023 Abiding In Jesus, Session 1
Locations & Times
Atlantic Avenue Church
160 Atlantic Ave, Franklin, PA 16323, USA
Sunday 7:00 AM
Scroll down to take sermon notes and to see scripture references, church and community announcements, the prayer list and church contacts.
Wrap-up Review
Office hours are 9-4 Mon.-Fri.
You may wish to call ahead in the event of an emergency, the staff is away, or for special appointments.
See The Happenings for planned office closing announcements.
You may wish to call ahead in the event of an emergency, the staff is away, or for special appointments.
See The Happenings for planned office closing announcements.
Typical Weekly Schedule
(Subject to variations based on events & circumstances. See The Happenings for any planned changes).
Sunday Worship Service
Times & Location
7:45 a.m.-noon Coffee Café Hours
8:15 a.m. Service, Sanctuary
9:45 a.m. Service, Sanctuary & Live Stream Online
Youth Sunday School, Sr. High Rm.
Adult Bible Study ALL Ages & Stages of Life, MPR (same class
as Wed.)
11:15 a.m. Service, Sanctuary
Children’s Sunday School, Children’s Wing, newborn-6th Grade.
Check-in at Children’s Ministry desk by the Family Center.
Adult Sunday School, Rm 202
6:00-7:30 p.m. Sunday Night Youth, every other Sunday, Sr. High Loft
Monday:
6:00 p.m. Jesus Girls Bible Study, every other Monday, Rm. 202
6:00 p.m. GriefShare, Rm. 205 & 101
6:30 p.m. Mon. Night Prayer Time, MPR
Wednesday:
1:00-3:00 p.m. Blanket Making, 1st & 3rd Wednesday, Rm. 102
5:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting. Prayer Room. Enter through W2 Entrance
Thursday:
10:00 a.m. Cancer Companions, every other Thursday, Rm. 101
5:30 p.m. Girl’s Night Out, 3rd Thurs. each month, Family Center Kitchen,
knock on the kitchen door for entry.
7:00 p.m. Adult Basketball (ages 17 & up), Family Center Gym
Saturday:
7:30 a.m. Men’s Ministry, MPR
10:00 a.m. HOPE (widow group),1st Sat. of each month, MPR (unless
otherwise specified)
10:30 a.m. Women’s Ministry, 2nd Sat. of each month, MPR
* MPR=Multipurpose Room
(Subject to variations based on events & circumstances. See The Happenings for any planned changes).
Sunday Worship Service
Times & Location
7:45 a.m.-noon Coffee Café Hours
8:15 a.m. Service, Sanctuary
9:45 a.m. Service, Sanctuary & Live Stream Online
Youth Sunday School, Sr. High Rm.
Adult Bible Study ALL Ages & Stages of Life, MPR (same class
as Wed.)
11:15 a.m. Service, Sanctuary
Children’s Sunday School, Children’s Wing, newborn-6th Grade.
Check-in at Children’s Ministry desk by the Family Center.
Adult Sunday School, Rm 202
6:00-7:30 p.m. Sunday Night Youth, every other Sunday, Sr. High Loft
Monday:
6:00 p.m. Jesus Girls Bible Study, every other Monday, Rm. 202
6:00 p.m. GriefShare, Rm. 205 & 101
6:30 p.m. Mon. Night Prayer Time, MPR
Wednesday:
1:00-3:00 p.m. Blanket Making, 1st & 3rd Wednesday, Rm. 102
5:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting. Prayer Room. Enter through W2 Entrance
Thursday:
10:00 a.m. Cancer Companions, every other Thursday, Rm. 101
5:30 p.m. Girl’s Night Out, 3rd Thurs. each month, Family Center Kitchen,
knock on the kitchen door for entry.
7:00 p.m. Adult Basketball (ages 17 & up), Family Center Gym
Saturday:
7:30 a.m. Men’s Ministry, MPR
10:00 a.m. HOPE (widow group),1st Sat. of each month, MPR (unless
otherwise specified)
10:30 a.m. Women’s Ministry, 2nd Sat. of each month, MPR
* MPR=Multipurpose Room
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Blessed Be Your Name-Matt Redman
Sweetly Broken-Jeremy Camp
Jesus Paid It All-Kristian Stanfill
No One Higher-Aaron Shust
Come As You Are-Crowder
Blessed Be Your Name-Matt Redman
Sweetly Broken-Jeremy Camp
Jesus Paid It All-Kristian Stanfill
No One Higher-Aaron Shust
Come As You Are-Crowder
John 15:1-17
There are abounding blessings and privileges that we are afforded as believers in Christ Jesus. One of the most awesome and fulfilling of these is the privilege of abiding in Him. Today we look closely to the Word to help us understand the true significance of this challenge as well as the benefits and the responsibilities that are ours as we draw near to Jesus.
1. When we abide in Christ we will _____ _____.
John 15:1-6
John 15:1-6
2. When we abide in Christ we will _____ _____ _____.
John 15:7-8, Matthew 6:9-13
John 15:7-8, Matthew 6:9-13
Our PURPOSE is to see everyone become a fully surrendered disciple of Jesus Christ. Matthew 28:19-20
Our MISSION is to be a center of truth for men, women, and young people to know Christ, grow in Christ, and share Christ. Psalm 119:160, Acts 2:42-4
Our MISSION is to be a center of truth for men, women, and young people to know Christ, grow in Christ, and share Christ. Psalm 119:160, Acts 2:42-4
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Thank you!
When my church family found out I was going to have a medical procedure that would leave me physically limited for a few weeks, you stepped up and helped me out. I had many, many people praying for me, which made a huge difference. My surgery went well and I had no unexpected complications from it. My recovery continues to move along as expected as well. In addition to praying, I had church family members check in on me, send me cards, give gifts, and deliver meals. I did not ask for any of this. It was because of the love and example of Christ that, when the church family heard of my need, they stepped into action. I am very grateful to you. I give you my love, appreciation and thanks.
Blessings to you,
Teresa
When my church family found out I was going to have a medical procedure that would leave me physically limited for a few weeks, you stepped up and helped me out. I had many, many people praying for me, which made a huge difference. My surgery went well and I had no unexpected complications from it. My recovery continues to move along as expected as well. In addition to praying, I had church family members check in on me, send me cards, give gifts, and deliver meals. I did not ask for any of this. It was because of the love and example of Christ that, when the church family heard of my need, they stepped into action. I am very grateful to you. I give you my love, appreciation and thanks.
Blessings to you,
Teresa
The Happenings
Friend’s Day: Sunday, April 2. Invite a friend, family member, co-worker, neighbor or acquaintance to join you and be sure to introduce them. Grab some invites that we have prepared for you (by the bulletins or in a Resource Center) and start inviting.
March Women’s Ministry Collection: Life Center of Venango County. Bins are located at the Family Center Entrance.
Items to donate include: clothing up to 3T, diapers, wipes, and baby equipment. Please no toys due to storage limitations. Thank you for your help!
Meals Ministry Is Looking For Volunteers: If you would enjoy blessing others with your cooking skills please contact Patty Way @ 814-673-3398
Hope Ministry (Widowed Ladies): Saturday, April 1, 11:30 a.m. Join us for lunch at Benjamins Restaurant (Dutch Treat) and a walk in town if the weather permits. Please RSVP for reservations. Jeneen @ 814-437-3945 or Jodi @ 814-673-4386 or sign up in a Resource Center.
Easter Dinner At The McCorkles: Fred & Deb McCorkle is hosting an Easter Dinner that is open to the church family. Easter Sunday, April 9, 2:00 p.m. Address-606 Knox Rd, Knox. This is a great opportunity to fellowship, have a delicious dinner and meet other people from the church. Ham and potatoes will be provided. Please bring a dish to share. RSVP by Wednesday, April 5 by calling 814-797-2208.
Ladies Fellowship Luncheon, Devotion & Craft: Thursday, April 13, 11:30 a.m. Multipurpose Room. Sign up at a Resource Center.
Medical Benefit Dinner & Bake Sale For Maddox Druckemiller: Saturday, April 15 from 4:00-7:00 p.m. in the Family Center. Hamloaf, Baked Potatoes (Tater Tots for the kids), Green Beans and Applesauce. Dinner Ticket Prices- Adults $12, Ages 65 & up $10, Ages 6-12 $5, Ages 5 & under Free. If you would like to make something for the Bake Sale, please sign up at a Resource Center. Items will need to be individually wrapped and ready for sale (example one plate of 6 cookies on a disposable plate and wrapped in plastic). The drop-off date and time are to be determined and will be announced.
Girl’s Night Out: Thursday, April 20, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Kitchen. Knock on the door for entry. Join us for a time of fellowship, devotion and dinner (baked potato bar. Bring your favorite topping. Sign up in a Resource Center.
Ministries Teams Training-Save The Date!! Saturday, April 22, 9:00 a.m. Multipurpose Room. Lunch will be provided. This training is for all people who are serving on any ministry team.
Meet & Greet: Sunday, April 30. We are looking forward to the opportunity for our church staff to meet our church family newcomers.
April Women’s Ministry Collection: Venango County Human Society. Bins are located at the Family Center Entrance.
General: Dawn dish soap, paper towels, hand soap refills, peanut butter, 13-gallon kitchen garbage bags, Ziploc bags in gallon, sandwich or snack size, stamps, Walmart gift card, Amazon gift card.
Dog or cat: dry/canned food, toys, pill pockets.
Kittens-Purina Kitten Chow (yellow bag)
Dogs-Rope toys, treats (no rawhide), large collar/leashes.
Friend’s Day: Sunday, April 2. Invite a friend, family member, co-worker, neighbor or acquaintance to join you and be sure to introduce them. Grab some invites that we have prepared for you (by the bulletins or in a Resource Center) and start inviting.
March Women’s Ministry Collection: Life Center of Venango County. Bins are located at the Family Center Entrance.
Items to donate include: clothing up to 3T, diapers, wipes, and baby equipment. Please no toys due to storage limitations. Thank you for your help!
Meals Ministry Is Looking For Volunteers: If you would enjoy blessing others with your cooking skills please contact Patty Way @ 814-673-3398
Hope Ministry (Widowed Ladies): Saturday, April 1, 11:30 a.m. Join us for lunch at Benjamins Restaurant (Dutch Treat) and a walk in town if the weather permits. Please RSVP for reservations. Jeneen @ 814-437-3945 or Jodi @ 814-673-4386 or sign up in a Resource Center.
Easter Dinner At The McCorkles: Fred & Deb McCorkle is hosting an Easter Dinner that is open to the church family. Easter Sunday, April 9, 2:00 p.m. Address-606 Knox Rd, Knox. This is a great opportunity to fellowship, have a delicious dinner and meet other people from the church. Ham and potatoes will be provided. Please bring a dish to share. RSVP by Wednesday, April 5 by calling 814-797-2208.
Ladies Fellowship Luncheon, Devotion & Craft: Thursday, April 13, 11:30 a.m. Multipurpose Room. Sign up at a Resource Center.
Medical Benefit Dinner & Bake Sale For Maddox Druckemiller: Saturday, April 15 from 4:00-7:00 p.m. in the Family Center. Hamloaf, Baked Potatoes (Tater Tots for the kids), Green Beans and Applesauce. Dinner Ticket Prices- Adults $12, Ages 65 & up $10, Ages 6-12 $5, Ages 5 & under Free. If you would like to make something for the Bake Sale, please sign up at a Resource Center. Items will need to be individually wrapped and ready for sale (example one plate of 6 cookies on a disposable plate and wrapped in plastic). The drop-off date and time are to be determined and will be announced.
Girl’s Night Out: Thursday, April 20, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Kitchen. Knock on the door for entry. Join us for a time of fellowship, devotion and dinner (baked potato bar. Bring your favorite topping. Sign up in a Resource Center.
Ministries Teams Training-Save The Date!! Saturday, April 22, 9:00 a.m. Multipurpose Room. Lunch will be provided. This training is for all people who are serving on any ministry team.
Meet & Greet: Sunday, April 30. We are looking forward to the opportunity for our church staff to meet our church family newcomers.
April Women’s Ministry Collection: Venango County Human Society. Bins are located at the Family Center Entrance.
General: Dawn dish soap, paper towels, hand soap refills, peanut butter, 13-gallon kitchen garbage bags, Ziploc bags in gallon, sandwich or snack size, stamps, Walmart gift card, Amazon gift card.
Dog or cat: dry/canned food, toys, pill pockets.
Kittens-Purina Kitten Chow (yellow bag)
Dogs-Rope toys, treats (no rawhide), large collar/leashes.
Holy Week Happenings-Check back for updates or additions
Maundy Thursday Communion Service: Thursday, April 6. As Jesus commanded, we will join together to remember Jesus’ “last supper” before His sacrifice on the cross. Luke 22:19
Good Friday Laymen’s Service: Friday, April 7, 6:00 a.m. Breakfast at the Oil City K of C. 7:00 a.m. Grace United Methodist Church (next door to K of C). Service with speaker Ron Marsh of Oil City. Breakfast tickets are $10 and can be purchased at Friedhaber’s, Somer’s Dentistry, Scott Walters, Lou Slautterback and at the door. Goodfridaylaymen.org.
The Oil City Good Friday Cross Walk: Friday, April 7, 10:30 a.m. The walk begins and ends at the Center Street Bridge on the PA-8 Bypass side. Contact Phil Thompson for Q’s @ 814-758-6208.
Red Cross Blood Drive: Good Friday, April 7, 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Multipurpose Room, Enter at E3. To schedule an appointment go to RedCrossBlood.org, sponsor code FranklinPA or call 1-800-Red-Cros
(1-800-733-2767). Walk-ins welcome. This blood drive falls on Good Friday. Jesus gave His blood to save our eternal lives on Good Friday. What a great thing it would be to give our blood to save a life on Good Friday.
Easter Sunday Services: April 9 @ 8:15, 9:45 and 11:15 a.m. Without Resurrection Sunday, Good Friday and Christmas would not have changed your life or your eternity. As Pastor Pat liked to proclaim, “He Has Risen! He Has Risen Indeed!”
Easter Dinner at the McCorkles: Sunday, April 9, 2:00 (see The Happenings for details)
Maundy Thursday Communion Service: Thursday, April 6. As Jesus commanded, we will join together to remember Jesus’ “last supper” before His sacrifice on the cross. Luke 22:19
Good Friday Laymen’s Service: Friday, April 7, 6:00 a.m. Breakfast at the Oil City K of C. 7:00 a.m. Grace United Methodist Church (next door to K of C). Service with speaker Ron Marsh of Oil City. Breakfast tickets are $10 and can be purchased at Friedhaber’s, Somer’s Dentistry, Scott Walters, Lou Slautterback and at the door. Goodfridaylaymen.org.
The Oil City Good Friday Cross Walk: Friday, April 7, 10:30 a.m. The walk begins and ends at the Center Street Bridge on the PA-8 Bypass side. Contact Phil Thompson for Q’s @ 814-758-6208.
Red Cross Blood Drive: Good Friday, April 7, 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Multipurpose Room, Enter at E3. To schedule an appointment go to RedCrossBlood.org, sponsor code FranklinPA or call 1-800-Red-Cros
(1-800-733-2767). Walk-ins welcome. This blood drive falls on Good Friday. Jesus gave His blood to save our eternal lives on Good Friday. What a great thing it would be to give our blood to save a life on Good Friday.
Easter Sunday Services: April 9 @ 8:15, 9:45 and 11:15 a.m. Without Resurrection Sunday, Good Friday and Christmas would not have changed your life or your eternity. As Pastor Pat liked to proclaim, “He Has Risen! He Has Risen Indeed!”
Easter Dinner at the McCorkles: Sunday, April 9, 2:00 (see The Happenings for details)
Wednesday Night Bible Studies at 6:30 p.m.
Enter through E3 Entrance. Doors open at 6:00.
MPR: All ages and stages of life, Adult Bible Study led by Pastor Jason.
Room 202: Women, All Ages, 1 Peter: A Living Hope In Christ by Jen Wilkin, led by Shelly Shearer.
Room 203: Women, ages 20-35, RENEW Ministry led by Chlvie Stepheson & co-leader Ashley Kopnitsky.
Sr. High Room: Youth, grades 7-12, led by Pastor Ryan.
Children’s Wing: Nursery (infants) through 6th grade, led by Ms. Jen.
Enter through E3 Entrance. Doors open at 6:00.
MPR: All ages and stages of life, Adult Bible Study led by Pastor Jason.
Room 202: Women, All Ages, 1 Peter: A Living Hope In Christ by Jen Wilkin, led by Shelly Shearer.
Room 203: Women, ages 20-35, RENEW Ministry led by Chlvie Stepheson & co-leader Ashley Kopnitsky.
Sr. High Room: Youth, grades 7-12, led by Pastor Ryan.
Children’s Wing: Nursery (infants) through 6th grade, led by Ms. Jen.
Upcoming or Recovery from Surgery:
Carter Covey 2/15
Dave Nonnenberg 2/16, 3/2 & 3/28
Pamela Anderson 2/23
Harry VanZandt 3/7
Physical/Other:
Holly Small
Betty Nuzzo
Julia Roemer
Garrett Carulli
Joan Reed
Pat Kaczmarek
Keri Murphy
Bob Meals
Krystal Reed
Melanie Rimer Kevin Jones
Cancer Journey:
Joyce Ritts
Mary Holiday
Simone Ray
Alyssa Cornmesser
Steve Craver
Diane Karns (Mary Karn’s daughter-in-law)
Tom Sloss (Garnet King’s Son)
Michele Mahoney
Martha Hanna
Judy Foster
John Beatty (Jen Covey’s Dad)
Nancy Reese
Becky Barnes
Sue Dailey
Majorie Forbes
Ongoing Prayer Needs:
Alisha Nulph
Rick Brinkley (Teresa Jones’ brother)
Betty Voorhies
Loretta Heller
Lynda Carter
Linda Small
Pastor Gary Small
Chase Proper
Patty Way
Dave Bennet
Sandy Moore
Crystal Perry (Tootie’s granddaughter)
Richard Phillips & Randi
Shirley Patterson
Michele Webster
John & Sherry Woloszyn
Garnet King
Kathy Jo Ritchey
Gayle Oxenham
Laura Daugherty
Paula Delaney
Bob Gibson
Roger Peterson
Deb Plyler
Alexandria Shreffler
Children:
Maddox Druckemiller
Caiden Masters
Mason Mong
Please Send Cards
Caring Place:
103 N. 13th St., Franklin, PA 16323
Dell Oakes
Jo Masters
Shirley Yolton
Sue Lee
Jeff Griffith
Beverly Weigle
Donna Quinn
Shirely Wheeling
Sugarcreek Station:
351 Causeway Dr., Franklin, PA 16323
Sandi Yeager
Grace Gibbons
Harold Heller
Gladys Finefrock
Ellen Testerman
Ross Bauer
Ron Wessell
Gloria Greenlee
Connie Wood
Bill McFadden
Westbury Nursing Home:
31 N Park Ave, Meadville, PA 16335
Mary Merritt
Pine Grove State Correctional Institution Indiana, PA
Smart Communications/Pa. DOC
Pine Grove
Jeremy Shawgo QL 4708
P.O. Box 33028
St. Petersburg, FL 33733
Active Duty Service Members:
Pick up a prayer card for a list of our service members
* Please add Jennifer Powell (Reserves) to your military card prayer list.
Prayer Chain Phone Numbers:
If you would like to have a prayer request shared with our prayer group, you can call:
Tootie Sharp 814-432-5713
or
Connie Klingensmith 814-437-6304
Carter Covey 2/15
Dave Nonnenberg 2/16, 3/2 & 3/28
Pamela Anderson 2/23
Harry VanZandt 3/7
Physical/Other:
Holly Small
Betty Nuzzo
Julia Roemer
Garrett Carulli
Joan Reed
Pat Kaczmarek
Keri Murphy
Bob Meals
Krystal Reed
Melanie Rimer Kevin Jones
Cancer Journey:
Joyce Ritts
Mary Holiday
Simone Ray
Alyssa Cornmesser
Steve Craver
Diane Karns (Mary Karn’s daughter-in-law)
Tom Sloss (Garnet King’s Son)
Michele Mahoney
Martha Hanna
Judy Foster
John Beatty (Jen Covey’s Dad)
Nancy Reese
Becky Barnes
Sue Dailey
Majorie Forbes
Ongoing Prayer Needs:
Alisha Nulph
Rick Brinkley (Teresa Jones’ brother)
Betty Voorhies
Loretta Heller
Lynda Carter
Linda Small
Pastor Gary Small
Chase Proper
Patty Way
Dave Bennet
Sandy Moore
Crystal Perry (Tootie’s granddaughter)
Richard Phillips & Randi
Shirley Patterson
Michele Webster
John & Sherry Woloszyn
Garnet King
Kathy Jo Ritchey
Gayle Oxenham
Laura Daugherty
Paula Delaney
Bob Gibson
Roger Peterson
Deb Plyler
Alexandria Shreffler
Children:
Maddox Druckemiller
Caiden Masters
Mason Mong
Please Send Cards
Caring Place:
103 N. 13th St., Franklin, PA 16323
Dell Oakes
Jo Masters
Shirley Yolton
Sue Lee
Jeff Griffith
Beverly Weigle
Donna Quinn
Shirely Wheeling
Sugarcreek Station:
351 Causeway Dr., Franklin, PA 16323
Sandi Yeager
Grace Gibbons
Harold Heller
Gladys Finefrock
Ellen Testerman
Ross Bauer
Ron Wessell
Gloria Greenlee
Connie Wood
Bill McFadden
Westbury Nursing Home:
31 N Park Ave, Meadville, PA 16335
Mary Merritt
Pine Grove State Correctional Institution Indiana, PA
Smart Communications/Pa. DOC
Pine Grove
Jeremy Shawgo QL 4708
P.O. Box 33028
St. Petersburg, FL 33733
Active Duty Service Members:
Pick up a prayer card for a list of our service members
* Please add Jennifer Powell (Reserves) to your military card prayer list.
Prayer Chain Phone Numbers:
If you would like to have a prayer request shared with our prayer group, you can call:
Tootie Sharp 814-432-5713
or
Connie Klingensmith 814-437-6304
