Winfield City Family Church

BONDAGE BREAKERS

2012-02-15T08:24:00.001-08:00

WE ARE INVOLVED IN A BOOK CALLED "BONDAGE BREAKERS" ON WEDNESDAY NIGHTS. WE WILL BEGIN CHAPTER THREE WED. NIGHT THE 15TH THIS IS A VERY DEEP BOOK ON HOW TO BE RELEASED FROM THE DEVILS STRONGHOLDS. THE LESSON STARTS AT 7:10PM FOLLOWED BY SMALL GROUPS @ 7:45 DON'T MISS THESE AWESOME LESSONS. BLESSINGS

NEW PRAYER LINE

2012-02-15T08:10:00.000-08:00

PRAYER LINE EVERY SATURDAY FROM 9AM TILL 10AMDial : 712 - 432 - 1690 Message will come: "Welcome to the conference call. Enter your access code followed by a pound sign. Enter Access code: 650786# Then the message will come you have entered 650786, if this is correct press 1, to re-enter your access code press 2 Once the "1" is pressed you are online. If you are not speaking, praying or preaching please mute the phone by pressing " *6 " This will keep the line from hearing some body speaking in your house or doing something which produces noice like cooking. Press " *6 " again to unmute Brothers and Sisters let us come together in the unity of prayer.

SINGING

2012-02-15T08:05:00.001-08:00

PLEASE HELP GET THE WORD OUT THE ELLIOTT BROTHERS HAVE BEEN RESCHEDULED TO THIS SUNDAY FEB. 19THTHIS WILL BE A TIME OF GREAT SINGING AND WORD LETS COME TOGETHER AND REJOICE. BLESSINGS

The Enlist Project

2012-02-15T07:59:00.001-08:00

What: The Enlist ProjectWhen: Saturday, February 18th, 2012Time: 2 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Cliff Haven Church (1610 Andrews Ave. Sheffield, AL 35660)Area: North AlabamaCost: Free Summary This is for all leaders and ages (20-40). We are asking you to meet with Bishop Jones and a state panel to discuss where we've been, where we are, and where we're going as a church. This will be a time for questions and answers, dialogue, and vision-casting. We must see young families and young professional taking their place in our local bodies. Currently, the American church, as a whole, is missing an entire generation. We need to know how to reconnect them and make sure that history never repeats itself. Bishop Jones and I look forward to seeing you at these events! Greater Things Ahead, Tim Beck

2012-02-13T16:57:00.000-08:00

HOW the APOSTLES DIED-According to both tradition and church history..._1_ MatthewSuffered martyrdom in Ethiopia , killed by a sword wound._2_ MarkDied in Alexandria , Egypt , after being dragged by horses through the streets until he was dead._3_ LukeWas hanged in Greece as a result of his tremendous preaching to the lost._4_ JohnFaced martyrdom when he was boiled in huge basin of boiling oil during a wave of persecution in Rome. However, he wasmiraculously delivered from death. John was then sentenced to the mines on the prison island of Patmos. He wrote his propheticBook of Revelation on Patmos . The apostle John was later freed and returned to serve as Bishop of Edessa in modern Turkey. He died as an old man, the only apostle to die peacefully._5_ PeterHe was crucified upside down on an x-shaped cross. According to church tradition it was because he told his tormentors that hefelt unworthy to die in the same way that Jesus Christ had died._6_ James the JustThe leader of the church in Jerusalem, was thrown over a hundred feet down from the southeast pinnacle of the Templewhen he refused to deny his faith in Christ. When they discovered that he survived the fall, his enemies beat James to death with a fuller's club. Thiswas the same pinnacle where Satan had taken Jesus during the Temptation.*_7_ James the GreatSon of Zebedee, was a fisherman by trade when Jesus called him to a lifetime of ministry. As a strong leaderof the church, James was ultimately beheaded at Jerusalem . The Roman officer who guarded James watched amazed as James defended his faith at his trial. Later, the officer walked beside James to the place of execution. Overcome by conviction, he declared his new faith to the judge and knelt beside James to accept beheading as a Christian._8_ BartholomewAlso known as Nathaniel, was a missionary to Asia. He witnessed for our Lord in present day Turkey. Bartholomew was martyred for his preaching in Armenia where he was flayed to death by a whip._9_ AndrewWas crucified on an x-shaped cross in Patras , Greece. After being whipped severely by seven soldiers they tied his body tothe cross with cords to prolong his agony. His followers reported that, when he was led toward the cross, Andrew saluted it in thesewords: 'I have long desired and expected this happy hour. The cross has been consecrated by the body of Christ hanging on it.' He continued to preach to his tormentors for two days until he expired._10_ ThomasWas stabbed with a spear in India during one of his missionary trips to establish the church in the sub-continent._11_ JudeWas killed with arrows when he refused to deny his faith in Christ._12_ MatthiasThe apostle chosen to replace the traitor Judas Iscariot, was stoned and then beheaded._13_ PaulWas tortured and then beheaded by the evil Emperor Nero at Rome in A.D. 67. Paul endured a lengthy imprisonment, whichallowed him to write his many epistles to the churches he had formed throughout the Roman Empire. These letters, which taught manyof the foundational doctrines of Christianity, form a large portion of the New Testament.Perhaps this is a reminder to us that our sufferings here are indeed minor compared to the intense persecution and cold cruelty faced by the apostles/disciples during their times for the sake of the Faith. "And ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake:""But he that endureth to the end shall be saved." - Matthew 10:22.

2012-02-11T19:17:00.000-08:00

Just looking over the blog spot and changing a few things. Just amazed at what all God has done for us already Praise God ! His mercies endure for ever!

1 Chr 16:34
34 O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good; for his mercy endureth for ever. KJV

Coming soon " The Elliott Brothers" Details pending.

2012-02-09T18:35:00.000-08:00

Youth group going to Winter Conference Saturday 2-11-12

A NEW BABY!!!

2011-11-23T19:11:00.001-08:00

WELCOME TO THE WORLD DANI KATE!!CONGRADULATIONS BLAKE AND CODY THIS A PICTURE OF BLAKE AND CODY'S NEW ADDITION. ISN'T SHE BEAUTIFUL?HOPEFULLY THEY WILL BE HOME THANKSGIVING DAY. LORD WE THANK YOU FOR THIS BEAUTIFUL FAMILY.WE LOVE YOU GUYES. PASTOR SMITH AND CHURCH FAMILY

AUCTION AT FLATTWOODS

2011-11-21T17:09:00.001-08:00

Thanksgiving NIGHT Nov 24 at 7:00 pm . WINFIELD CITY FAMILY CHURCH will be having an AUCTION at Flatt Woods Flea Market. New Merchandise will be sold, as well as a cash drawing. Everyone is welcome! Proceeds go to building fund/land payment. Come out and have some fun, as well as get a few gifts for Christmas! Directions: Off I 22 exit 30. Go South on Hwy 129 toward Winfield. Turn right on County Highway 14. FLATT WOODS FLEA MARKET IS ON LEFT Look forward to seeing you there.PASTOR SMITH

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS

2011-11-19T09:27:00.001-08:00

SUNDAY NIGHT NOV. 20TH WE WILL HAVE THE COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING SERVICE AT THE BAPTIST CHURCH IN WINFIELD LOCATED ON HIGHWAY 43 SOUTH AT 6PM. NO SERVICE AT WCFC.THERE WILL BE NO WEDNESDAY NIGHT SERVICE NOV. 23RD.OUR THANKSGIVING DINNER WILL BE SUNDAY NOV. 27TH AFTER THE MORNING SERVICE. NO SUNDAY NIGHT SERVICE NOV.27THHAPPY THANKSGIVING PASTOR SMITH

FAYETTE REVIVAL

2011-11-14T17:37:00.001-08:00

North Pointe COGOP will be in revival with state evangelist Bryan Baysinger on the following dates: November 17th - 7 PM ThursdayNovember 18th - 7 PM FridayNovember 19th - 6 PM SaturdayNovember 20th - 11 AM & 5:30 PM Sunday

2011-11-11T07:43:00.001-08:00

More picture from Chili Cookoff Oct 22, 2011

2011-11-11T07:38:00.001-08:00

2011-11-11T07:31:00.001-08:00

A Few belated pictures from Chili Cookoff! Oct 22 , 2011A great big THANK YOU to BRother Rick and Sister Carol Barton for all their hard work pulling it all together!

HAPPY VETRENS DAY

2011-11-11T06:59:00.000-08:00

GOOD MORNING, I WOULD LIKE TO SAY HAPPY VETRENS DAY YO ALL OUR VETRENS.
YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY IS VERY APPRECIATED. WE AT WCFC ARE THANKFUL AND BLESSED FOR YOUR DEDICATION TO OUR FREEDOM AND LIBERTY. MY PRAYER IS MAY THE LORD BLESS AND KEEP YOU THIS DAY AND BRING YOU HAPPINESS.
BLESSINGS PASTOR SMITH

Blooger Working NOW!

2011-11-08T16:43:00.000-08:00

So sorry "the blog " has been down. I switched a blackground an it was not support by regular computers ( it was made for mobile devices)

Any way we will get more info out soon;

Community Thanksgiving Service will be hosted by the Winfield First Baptist Church on Sunday Nov 20 at 6:30 pm

Auction at Flatt Woods Flea Market THURSDAY TAHNKSGIVING NIGHT Nov 24 Proceeds go to Building Fund

Carol Barton is collecting after school snacks for children. Details to be posted later.

ENCOUNTER WITH GOD

2011-09-01T19:12:00.000-07:00

Isaiah 40:4 Every valley shall be exalted, and every mountain and hill shall be made low; and the crooked shall be made straight, and the rough places plain.

Brother Smith preached one of the very best sermons ever Sunday morning based on this passage, that we all need an encounter with God. Even Jesus did. The disciples did in Acts, John had an encounter and we have the book of Revelation.

What about you? Are you hungry for more of God? The Word tells us that the crooked shall be made straight, but we have to get things right with the Lord in our own hearts. We all have an opportunity to do wrong, but if conviction hits you, that's a good thing. That's the Holy Spirit dealing with you to bring you back to the Father, to come to Him in repentence and invite His presence into your heart once again.

1. Every valley shall be exalted. Low places in verse 4 means the filling process, the trouble spots, the lacking places, failures or whatever has brought you down~~with God you can conquer that failure and have success.

2. Every mountain shall be made low. What is your roadblock? What is the mountain in your life? Believe God and believe His Word. Mark 11:23 ".....say to this mountain, be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass, he shall have whatsoever he saith."

It seems the entire world is shaking, looking for something solid to put its trust in that will stand firm. Look where we are now, there are new diseases, natural disasters, financial ruin all over the globe, and our hope has been put in the wrong place. It's time to trust in the Rock that will not fail, not the world system.

We should be silent no more! Read verses 13 and 14 of Mark 11. Jesus SPOKE to the fig tree and the disciples heard His words. We have to speak out LOUD to the mountain in our lives. The Bible describes Satan as a roaring lion walking about the earth seeking whom he may devour. A roaring lion is certainly not silent, so we can't be silent. Speak the truth of God's Word out loud. Say to the devil to get behind, he has no place in your life. Be bold enough to pray and believe that mountain will move and watch God Almighty perform a miracle for you!

3. The crooked shall be made straight and the rough places plain. Many times in life we get all bent out of shape, we may have emergencies that cause stress, or we might have great success which can be difficult to handle in a Godly manner. These things can cause our thinking to need straightening out. We have "stinking thinking", and we need an encounter with God to get back into His will.

The very best this world has to offer is only a pitiful substitute for what God has prepared for His children.

Swamp John's was a huge success!!!

2011-09-01T18:34:00.001-07:00

Lots of hot food, lots of hard working people!!

Bro Ronnie was always up and down that ladder getting more fries and fish till finally they ran out of everything on the truck!!!

We are closer to having our land paid for after this fund raiser. To God be the glory!! :)

Swamp John's fund raiser was a huge success!!!

2011-09-01T18:20:00.001-07:00

Our Ladies Ministries group always come through no matter the weather~and it was HOT on that concrete!

Where would we be without Shirley Smith who always has a new idea?

SWAMP JOHNS WEDNESDAY 31ST

2011-08-28T14:30:00.000-07:00

PLEASE REMEMBER THIS WEDNESDAY AUGUST 31ST
WE WILL BE SELLING SWAMP JOHNS CATFISH PLATES,SHRIMP OR CHICKEN AT THE OLD WALMART BUILDING IN WINFIELD FROM 3PM TILL 6PM COST IS $10.00 EACH INCLUDES DRINK
COME HUNGRY

BACK IN CHURCH BUILDING

2011-08-27T11:29:00.000-07:00

PRAISE THE LORD FOR A GREAT SUNDAY LAST WEEK
WHAT A WONDERFUL TIME WE HAD AT THE COMMUNITY CENTER. THERE WERE 57 IN ATTENDANCE, THE ALTERS WERE FULL AND ONE SOUL SAVED. AFTER THE MORNING SERVICE WE WENT TO THE BAPTISMAL SERVICE AT 2PM. THREE PEOPLE WERE BAPTISED. JIMMY SMITH, SHIRLEY, AND BONNIE MARCUM. LATER ON THAT DAY AT 4PM WE ALL MET OVER AT FLATWOODS FLEA MARKET AND ENJOYED FOOD FUN AND FELLOWSHIP. WE ALSO PLAYED MUSIC AND WORSHIPED THE LORD ON THE BANDSTAND. THANKS TO ALL WHO PARTICIPATED SOMEONE COUNTED 65 IN ATTENDANCE. WOW IT WAS AN AWESOME DAY!!! PLEASE REMEMBER WE WILL BE BACK IN THE CHURCH HOUSE LOCATED ON HIGHWAY 173 THIS SUNDAY AUGUST 28TH BRING A FRIEND.
BLESSINGS PASTOR SMITH

More pictures from Flatwoods

2011-08-26T08:01:00.001-07:00

Fellowship at Flatwoods Flea Market

2011-08-26T07:26:00.000-07:00

This watermelon was carved by Shirley Smith!!! Beautiful!

Some of the church member helping out in their own way...

In the afternoon of August 21, 2011, we met at the Flatwood Flea Market belonging to members Shirley and Jimmy Smith for a time of food and fellowship and music. There was a very large turn out, around 60 members enjoyed this gathering. Here are a few pictures.

BAPTISM SUNDAY 21ST

2011-08-16T17:27:00.000-07:00

WE WILL BE HAVING A BAPTISMAL SERVICE ON SUNDAY THE 21ST
THE LOCATION WILL BE AT NEAL AND SONDRA SANDLINS HOME LOCATED ON COUNTY HIGHWAY 38
THE TIME WILL BE AT 2PM
WE WILL ALSO HAVE A CHURCH OUTING AT JIMMY AND SHIRLEY SMITHS HOME (ALSO KNOWN AS FLATWOOD FLEA MARKET)
TIME AT 4PM YOU ARE INVITED PLEASE BRING YOUR INSTRUMENTS FOR THE JAM SESSION
BLESSINGS PASTOR SMITH

ATTENTION!!!

2011-08-13T18:37:00.000-07:00

PLEASE REMEMBER SUNDAY AUGUST 21 WE WILL BE AT THE IVAN K HILL COMMUNITY CTR. IN THE GARDEN ROOM. "SUNDAY MORNING SERVICES" AUGUST THE 28 WE WILL BE BACK AT THE CHURCH.
THANKS PASTOR SMITH

More pictures

2011-08-11T09:27:00.000-07:00

Molly and Nadia, Tyler on the drums and congregational pictue

More Picture Sunday 2011

2011-08-11T09:19:00.000-07:00

Here are more pictures from Sunday, including praise team pictures. Pictured here is Sister Debra Banta, Austin Scott, Chris Bell and Pastor Dewayne Smith

Sunday 8-7-11 New Members

2011-08-11T09:12:00.000-07:00

We would welcome new members Jimmy and Shirley Smith , who joined the church this past Sunday 8-7-11 . May God bless you !!

AWESOME WEDNESDAY NIGHT SERVICE

2011-08-03T19:04:00.000-07:00

WE HAD ANOTHER GREAT SERVICE TONIGHT WE HAVE BEEN GOING THROUGH THE STUDY "JOIN THE JOURNEY". THE LORD INSPIRED ME TO START SMALL GROUPS ON WEDNESDAY NIGHTS. SO A FEW WEEKS AGO WE TOOK OFF WITH ABOUT FIFTEEN OR SO PEOPLE. I AM SO THRILLED TO REPORT FOR THE LAST 3-WEEKS WE HAVE AVG 40 IN ATTENDANCE WITH NEW PEOPLE SHOWING UP EACH WEEK. I SEE GREAT THINGS AHEAD FOR WCFC PLEASE COME JOIN THE JOURNEY.
PASTOR SMITH

Swamp Johns

2011-08-01T06:56:00.000-07:00

WINFIELD CITY FAMILY CHURCH PASTOR, DEWAYNE SMITH

What: Benefit for WCFC LAND FUND will be at the OLD Walmart parking lot in Winfield!!!!

Date: Wednesday August 31, 2011

Time: 3PM to 6PM

Price: $10.00

Your meat choice will be

FISH SHRIMP CHICKEN FINGERS

and slaw,

french fries,

slice of onion,

pickle

and hush puppies

and glass of tea

*****************ALL THIS FOR ONLY $10.00PER PLATE*****************************

We will also have desserts available for only $1.00 each!!! Provided by the church ladies!!!

So please make your plans to come by on Wednesday August 31 to purchase a meal from us.

Keep in mind that all proceeds will go to :

WINFIELD CITY FAMILY CHURCH LAND FUND

You will be truly blessed!!! For more information, contact:

CAROL BARTON 205-486-4868

BONNIE MARKHAM 205-412-6520

SHIRLEY SMITH 205-412-9959

PASTOR DEWAYNE SMITH

More pictures of Alabama State Convention

2011-07-29T15:20:00.000-07:00

Many people attended the State Convention held in Birmingham this year. Bro Smith had the opportunity to speak Friday morning before the entire assembly, showing the lovely video that Chris Bell and others had worked on, featuring the 3-year life of Winfield City Family Church.

Back Home from State Convention!

2011-07-17T16:45:00.000-07:00

So glad to get back home from State convention! We all had a great time in the Lord and enjoyed the prescence of God. I just wanted to stay in that anointing and never go back to the stresses of life, but I know that is why we all need time to steal away with God and just be with Him and focus on Him.

Everyone please pray for Sister Mildred Ray. At the last news we had they were Air Lifting her to Tupelo, MS. Brother Dewayne just told me she is in ICU, but stable .

2011-07-06T07:20:00.000-07:00

Land dedication/prayer service 7-3-11

2011-07-03T18:10:00.001-07:00

More pictures of the service

Afternoon service 7-3-11 Land dedication/prayer service

2011-07-03T18:01:00.000-07:00

Pastor Dewayne Smith ask the congregation to go over to the new property the church has purchased over on Hwy 129, for an afternoon prayer service/land dedication service.

Worship Service 7-3-11

2011-07-03T17:56:00.000-07:00

Dig or Die!

2011-06-28T14:11:00.000-07:00

In Genesis 26:24-25 we read of Isaac and his struggles to make it in the desert. He was very prospersous and this made the Philistines envy him. They would fill in his wells. Without water his flocks and servants would perish. At Beersheba, he had an encounter with God and Isaac built an altar where he called on the name of the Lord.

We are all the same kind of people today, strong willed, and we must be willing to lay upon an altar. It is up to you to submit. Have you presented yourself a living sacrifice to God? 1Cor 6:19

Isaac pitched a tent, which speaks of detatchment, that he was willing to go when and if God led him away.

Then he dug a well. Water in the Bible refers to the annointing, meditation on the Word of God. When a person dwells with the Father, he is like the tree planted by the rivers of waters. Ps 1:3. For Isaac, it was physically a matter of life and death! Remember, he was a very wealthy man; not in money, but in sheep, cattle, servants, living beings who had to have water to exist in that harsh environment. It truly was "dig or die".

We must have that Living Water ourselves in our walk with the Lord. We have to keep pouring out love and care and work for the Lord, and it is hard, but that's what we are here to do. When we get dry and empty, we have to go back to the well. Dig deeper into the Word, go to the altar, seek the Source to be filled again. It is DIG OR DIE!!

We have to dig a little deeper, pray longer, worship harder, touch the Throne more, kneel longer, confess more, dig or die! We must have His strength for this race that is set before us so that we can be strong enough to allow God's Presence to go with us!

Our Pastor and Joan celebrate 25 years!!!!!

2011-06-28T13:58:00.000-07:00

Winfield City Family Church has completely outgrown the building we are in and are hoping to build our own church soon.

We all love Bro and Mrs Smith so much!

WINFIELD CITY FAMILY CHURCH YOUTH GROUP

2011-06-19T17:34:00.000-07:00

HERE is our youth group and Leader Chris Bell who is doing a great job with our youth. They had Sunday School class outside today , which made a great background for Kodak moment! May God Bless our YOUTH!

FATHER'S DAY JUNE 19, 2011

2011-06-19T17:29:00.000-07:00

We thank God for our 12 father's who were present for Father's Day service.

A Message for Memorial Day

2011-06-06T14:06:00.000-07:00

America~she is still a great nation, probably the best that has ever been on this earth, founded on the principles that make the United States the blessed land that it has been, principles found in the Word of God Almighty. But, we are in trouble, we have gone astray, taken the road of destruction, undone in only a few years what our forefathers fought to attain for many years in some very tough battles.

The latest outrage from the White House was to demand that Israel give away land! Just imagine!! Very few reporters were allowed inside while these talks were taking place. Our own government had been planning to force Netanyahu to give back Israel's land, but the Prime Minister stood strong, face-to-face with Obama, saying those terms were non-negotiable! Thank God for such a strong leader-Israel must be always on the defense to survive.

The tornadoes and floods here in the US have been some of the worst since the '30s. We are in the end-times: you put pressure on Israel--you will pay the price.

Let's go over a little bit of REAL American history you might not find in the textbooks today:

The first Community building in the new colony in America was a church.

The Puritan's first act was to pray, praise, and dedicate anything they did or built to God.

William Penn made sure all officials professed Jesus Christ as Lord or they could not take office.

Did you know that the law of the land is based on the Ten Commandments?

The Supreme Court Building has the 10 Commandments on the building, and the Federal Building has Moses and the 10 Commandments on the front.

Our first President said we can't govern without God, and the Congress of 1782 recognized the Bible in public schools.

The framers of the Constitution encouraged God and the 10 Commandments, the US is founded on Christianity, the Constitution ends in "year of our Lord", we actually ARE One Nation Under God.

You can safely say that God birthed America. He helped the US in wartime. History books (before the '50s and 60's) tell of His divine intervention in the affairs of America. Those who are in the position to do so will write and re-write school books, but nothing can ever change history itself and the role that our Heavenly Father played in our beginnings as a great nation.

GREAT DAY SUNDAY

2011-05-31T04:19:00.000-07:00

WOW WHAT A DAY WE HAD SUNDAY 29TH
SUNDAY MORNING PEOPLE IN THE ALTERS ACCEPTING CHRIST AS THEIR SAVIOR
THANK THE LORD FOR JIMMY AND SHIRLEY
SUNDAY NIGHT THERE WERE ABOUT 60 IN ATTENDANCE FOR THE ICE CREAM SUPPER
WE HAD DOUGHNUT EATING CONTEST AND MANY GALLONS OF ICE CREAM SUGAR HIGH! SUGAR HIGH! SUGAR HIGH! THE YOUTH PLAYED WATER GAMES AND THE OLD FOLKS PLAYED MUSIC.

MEMORIAL DAY ICE CREAM

2011-05-29T08:36:00.000-07:00

ICE CREAM ICE CREAM ICE CREAM!!!
SUNDAY EVENING AT 5PM WE WILL BE MAKING HOMEMADE ICE CREAM
MUSIC AND GAMES COME JOIN THE FUN!

Donuts and Coalfest!

2011-05-26T19:34:00.000-07:00

As Joan has already said, we have some fundraisers in the works this week. We are selling donuts now for $6/box and will be through the weekend as we go to Brilliant's annual Coalfest, where we will have several booths setup with food as well as items to buy. There are T~shirts with different Christian logos on the front to choose from. Some of these have already sold and are high quality material. The ladies are making hotdogs and taking them to the event so they will be ready to sell once there, along with soft drinks.

There will be arts and crafts setup also, including some handmade items such as hand~quilted baby quilts, pillows, home decor, and surprises. If you are a member of WCFC, please show up to help work the booth~there will be plenty for you to do!

Remember to pray for all who are devoting time and energy in these efforts because the final result is to pay for the land and begin building a place of worship for this church.
God bless you all is our prayer.

Doughnuts! Doughnuts!Doughnuts!

2011-05-26T17:45:00.000-07:00

We are selling doughnuts to benefit church property payment. Doughnut boxes are $6.00 each. Contact Sister Bonnie Marchum 412-6520.

Brilliant Coal Fest is this weekend Friday May 27 and Saturday May 28.
We will have a boothe...Look for Rick, Carol, Bonnie and Shirley!!
Come by

Look What the Lord Has Done!

2011-05-18T15:17:00.000-07:00

Sunday morning announcements began with info about Youth Camp coming up, as well as State Convention. Pastor has posted the paper on the bulletin board in the stairway giving all the dates.

May is the month that our land loan comes due again, and just as it was being discussed that we were almost half way there, a member held up a check, testifying that "The Lord's been good to me this week!" With that offering, we are now halfway to paying off the land in full. Praise the Lord! What a milestone this is.

Bro Smith also said he is believing for a large, HUGE tent for a REVIVAL in August for WCFC when the Beasleys use the church building for their reunion and singing and we have to vacate. What a wonderful vision this is, let's be in prayer for this.

The Special Singing this Sunday morning was by Bro Mike Knight who led us in "I went to the enemy's camp/Look what the Lord has done"! What singing and rejoicing that almost took the top off the roof! This is the kind of singing and shouting we have to look forward to when we see Jesus in Heaven, and it gets our hearts and souls stirred up and ready to serve our Lord. Keep in mind that Bro Mike sells his tapes and CDs for only $10, and would greatly benefit his ministry. It would be a blessing to you to listen to his music. See him to get your CD today, you will enjoy it.

Bro Smith's sermon was from 2 Kings Chapter 5, the story of Naaman~~the great captain, honorable, and a mighty man of valor. He also was a leper. He came to see Elisha on the faith of his maid, but got mad that the prophet would not come out to see him as he thought would be more fitting, but only sent directions on how he would be healed. If it had not been for Naaman's servants' persuasion, perhaps he might have gone back without his healing. Naaman had a problem.

It was a problem that plagues us today.
Pride.
It is hard to even admit when we have a problem with pride. We should not care what others think. David danced before the Lord, which was not exactly action fitting the King of Israel!!

Thankfully, Naaman knew who he was, but he acted on faith and it was released in him. When Elisha did not even come out to greet him, but sent a servant to give him the word to dip in the Jordan River seven times, Naaman got angry. How many of us have come to church and not recieved what we came for, we leave mad? We have to come before the Lord with a humble and contrite heart. Pride shows an ungrateful heart, and that is not acceptable to the Lord.

God help us all to put away those things like pride when we come before a Holy and perfect God.

Precious Adoni

2011-05-11T16:07:00.000-07:00

Oh, Precious Adoni,
lover of my soul,
you suffered, bled and died~
to free me was your goal.

At the hands of friends and brothers,
you took my consequence,
betrayed, alone, upon the tree,
accursed for my offense.

It was my hard heart that set the nails,
it was my sin that cut your flesh.
I took your life with my blasphemy,
and you gave me life afresh.

There are no words to thank you, Lord,
you freed me from sin and strife.
The only thing that I can give,
I give my heart, my soul, my life.

This is a poem written by someone after they saw the movie, "The Passion of the Christ" for the first time in a theatre. This motion picture, produced by Mel Gibson, grips the hearts of men and women even today when they see just what the Lord, God's own royal Son, went through for each one of us. He said while He was on the cross, "Father, forgive them, they know not what they do". Such love is almost too hard to comprehend, but it is true!

More pictures

2011-05-08T16:25:00.000-07:00

Here are a few picures from the Sunday School classes. First is Sister Janice McDaniel pictured with the 1st to 6th grader class. Next, we have Brother Chris Bell the preteen class. Next, Sister Joan Smith with the preschooler class .

Sister Janice McDaniel proudly holds a sign with our Goal to pay off the Land purchased. We only owe 14,000. The loan note is due the last of MAY 2011. ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE WITH GOD!

Pictured lastly, we have a few of the decorations for Mother's Day that Brother Smith used for Mother's Day.

MOTHER'S DAY 2011

2011-05-08T16:09:00.000-07:00

We had a great mother's Day at Winfield City Family Church with over 19 mothers present . Brother Dewayne presented a beautiful ceremony for the mothers that have passed on, in which each son or daughter lit a candle for their mother in memory of her. The mothers that were present also received a rose. We also had the "Yougest and Oldest mother pictured below, which was Sister Jerrie Scott and her granddaughter Codie.

May God Bless our mothers!

Surgery coming up...

2011-05-06T09:52:00.000-07:00

Our dear member Janice McDaniel is scheduled for shoulder surgery Monday May 9. Her only son, Joseph lives and works in Pensacola and that means WE as a church are her family. Let's not let her down. She has been such an asset to WCFC as she pitches in to help whenever she can like all our members do. Janice teaches the 1st to 6th grade Sunday School class.

We are a small congregation and have taken some really hard hits since we have been formed, but we stand strong together depending on the true strength from God. Keep in mind the families who have lost loved ones and all affected by the storms. Our demonination, COGOP, and the body of Christ and so many faces to connect with the numbers of the lost is something to keep in our prayers.

God Bless!

Prayer Requests

2011-05-04T15:35:00.000-07:00

Margi Edge told about her nephew, Alan Goodwin's daughter and baby sister who were in a house fire just after the tornados last Wednesday, April 27. They didn't have power and were using candles and I understand that's how the fire started. Mariah Harris and her sister, Lily Duke are both in Children's Hospital in Birmingham now.

The reports that I have received are that while both of these precious girls have a long hard way to go, Lily has 3rd degree burns on 70% of her body. The doctors have started surgeries on the girls so we need to lift this entire family up before the Mercy Seat of the Lord for healing and relief of their pain, and also peace for the family who loves them so much.

Hardees in Hamilton has started selling coupon books for $5.oo with all the proceeds going to help in the expenses. If you know these good folks, please add them to your prayer list and remember all our friends and neighbors who are hurting all around us. The need is so great, but we know Jesus is near to us all and He knows the pain we go through because He bore it all for our healing.
God is good all the time.

Some bad news to share today

2011-05-01T06:44:00.000-07:00

We have some sad news to tell about our church family. There have been deaths to announce. One is the husband of Sister Jerri Scott, Drake Scott. You may remember they lost their daughter, Brandi, just this past November on Halloween night. They had just returned from a trip out of town and were going to be back in church this morning. I had a quick note from Jerri on my computer when we got back from helping work up in Hackleburg Saturday from the tornadoes saying she was home and couldn't wait to see everyone in church Sunday morning. Please remember this family who have lost so many members.

Also, my uncle, Banks Weeks, who has been in the nursing home and in bad health for several years died yesterday. He was the only living child in the Weeks family left. My cousin Larry B Weeks was his only son. There is so much grief and so many deaths, we need the Lord's comfort now more than ever. Still, we have to learn to say, "God is good all the time"

God Bless you all!

Update on Services

2011-04-30T17:00:00.000-07:00

Everyone knows about the storms of April 27, 2011, so due to that, our church will not be having regular preaching service Sunday night. Pastor Dewayne Smith is needed in many places just now, especially since the COGOP in Hackleburg was wiped out: the original building from the 1920's, the Parsonage, and the new church building which was only 2 years old.

Several of our members went to help Bro Smith and his girls Saturday with cleanup and setup of a tent so that the congregation could be ready to worship Sunday morning!! While the buildings may have suffered total loss, we need to remember the message in tongues given to the church by Sister Jan Goodwin and interpreted by Sister Joan Smith: "We need to always seek our Lord Jesus Christ and Him only and not have our goal set on building a church where we come to gather and worship".

Personally, this was brought home to me when I stood in the sanctuary of the destroyed church in Hackleburg, before the altar, and standing under a beautiful blue sky where only last week there was a roof overhead. Our focus in life should be living for Jesus, for by living for Him and loving the Father, we can have the only hope in this broken world.

Remember, the church, the REAL church, is alive and well! It's alive, as He is alive, and we can rejoice in knowing our God lives!!

Heaven has gained a spiritual warrior!

2011-04-18T15:03:00.000-07:00

Our beloved church member and friend, Danny Joe Seals, has gone on from this life to be in Heaven with his Lord. Danny Joe was a friend, father, and brother in Christ. He had joined this body in March, along with some of his family. We miss him now and will always have a special place for him in the church. Danny Joe gave several testimonies about the way Jesus had come in and changed his life, given him a new life! Can't you just see the Lord saying, "Well done, my good and faithful servant". I was reading some of his posts on his Facebook page where he talked about how the loved God and his kids....things like "the kids r in...good wkn" on April 8, and "There's room at the Cross for u, there's room at the Cross for u, tho millions have come, there's still room for one, there's room at the Cross for you" on April 6. Back in late March Danny Joe wrote, "All ye who labor and are heavy laden, come unto me and I will give you rest". And of course, you got the idea he was a real big Alabama Crimson Tide fan too! Bro Smith will be preaching the funeral. The arrangements are, the viewing, Thursday from 3-5pm and the funeral is at 5pm held at the New Life Fellowship.

GREAT SUNDAY

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We had a great Sunday Service 4-3-11. People were praying in the alters and seeking God . One soul was saved and we had 2 new members to join. We would like to welcome Teddy and Amanda Seals into our local congregation!

New Members Join March 6. 2011

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New Member joined March 6, 2011

We had four people to present for membership at Winfield City Family Church Sunday March 6, 2011. Pastor Dewayne Smith presented the church covenent to Jan Goodwin, Blake Franks, Coty Franks and Danny Joe Seals.

We would like to say WELCOME into the church fellowship!

Urgent Prayer Request!

2011-03-08T18:15:00.000-08:00

Ronnie Cockrell has requested everyone to pray for a dear friend, a life-long friend Coy Martin, from Double Springs who attends the Pine Grove Church of God with his wife, Mary Ruth, and family. He is to go in for a heart defibulator on Friday of this week and it is a very serious procedure.

Ronnie was told by Coy tonight that if anything went wrong, he was prepared. We just love that man and want him here with us a while longer. We were blessed to be able to attend their 50th Anniversary the first of the year. There are no finer people in the world than they are.

Thank you for your prayers.

March 2011

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Brother Ed and Sister Betty Croyal came to visit with us! We enjoyed the fellowship !

March 2011 Sunday School

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Randy Smith with the preschool class: Noah Bell, Braxton , Anna Caroline, Nadia and Meckinzee

March 2011 Pictures

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Just a few picture from last Sunday!
Here is Sarah Bell, Sunday School Secretary, hard at work!

Names of God

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North Pointe COGOP in Fayette has a bulletin with a sign on it that talks about who Jesus is. You may think of a few more.

Lord of Lords Refuge Deliver
Healer Master Mighty God
Prince of Peace Rock Shepherd
Jesus Christ Lord
Savior Almighty Redeemer
Father Shield Friend Guide
Son of Man Restorer Guide
Messiah Provider

what about.. Bread of Life The Great I AM Jehovah

Revival at North Pointe COGOP in Fayette

2011-03-07T09:37:00.000-08:00

Bro. Smith held a 4 day revival in Fayette last week. Hope you were able to attend some of the nights. They are truly blessed with great musical talent there also. Those folks are simply awesome!

Bro. Smith's message on the last night of the Revival spoke to the hearts of the people. Many people are hurt and offended in church and often by other Christians. God knows that hurt and He understands it and if you will come to the Father with your pain and brokeness, He can heal that hurt, and make you a vessel of honor to be used again.
Demons run rampant in our world today and they are focused in on you and I. They study each of us to find our weaknesses so they can attack us there. We must have a high degree of faith in the Lord to combat them and to stand against their assault.

The story of the woman with the alabaster box who washed Jesus' feet with her tears and poured out the ointment on Him is found in Luke 7. In Jewish tradition, they would bottle their tears~of joy and of sorrow~into a bottle. It was an heirloom container. To them it was everything. Jesus was weary and His feet were dirty when He came into the home of a Pharisee to eat. She poured out all her emotions, all the feelings of her life on Jesus, and He sent her away forgiven, in peace. This is a story we need to go back and read again and again in the last part of Luke Chapter 7. Jesus teaches a powerful lesson here to all of us.

After that service was over at the revival in Fayette on Saturday night, Bro Smith was invited to go eat with some of the church people there, and then, a man left the building and later returned and gave him money, saying, "I don't know why, but the Lord told me to give you this money to feed your family". That same afternoon a couple from our home church had invited them to have Sunday dinner with them after church the next day, and after that, my husband and I also asked Bro Smith to come to our house to eat lunch with us. He was so excited about all the offers, but his sweet daughter, Emily, told him "Daddy, I believe the Lord is getting ready to feed His church tomorrow". Praise the Lord! Out of the mouths of babes! She really did have a word of knowledge for us because the service we had on Sunday morning was just wonderful. We had a great alter service and added 4 new members to the church! What joy!!! God is so good!

Come be a part of this body, you will be welcomed and loved! God bless you!

Great day at WCFC

2011-02-21T17:38:00.000-08:00

This past Sunday was a wonderful day of worship and seeing the Holy Spirit alive and working in our midst. Bro. Smith asked Janice McDaniel to give her testimony of when she was diagnosed with cancer but chose to believe the report of the Lord and not the report of man. She stood on God's promises and He healed her! Praise the Lord, He is worthy of all praise! During her testimony, Janice gave a word of knowledge to another man facing a bad report too. The Lord is mighty and worthy of praise and honor.

In the Sunday night service Ronnie Cockrell gave a testimony to the church about how the angel of the Lord had protected him just this week while on the road. He was in a very dangerous area with alot of drug and prostitution going on there, and was anxious to get away, but had to cross the highway to go back to the truck. A black man approached him and told him that he'd overheard some other black men talking about robbing him, and offered to walk him back to his truck. He was able to get away in safety. Bro. Smith reminded us that the Bible tells us there are times in our lives that we 'entertain angels unawares'. What a reminder that God is always near and involved in His children's lives. Ronnie and I pray every time he leaves the house, and his words are that the Lord will "keep him safe and everyone around him safe". Thank you, Lord, for your faithfulness and your mercy.

FACING THE GIANTS

2011-02-21T17:01:00.000-08:00

We are not given the warning in scripture (Eph 6:12) that we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against the powers of Satan for no reason. We have a very real and scheming enemy. His name is Lucifer, and he has a plan to wreck the lives and influence of every believer in Christ. He will stop at nothing to bring us down and destroy every good thing in our lives.

It is essential that we are fed the Word of God, and we know we have only a few hours a week that we can hear the Gospel preached in a local church. If you were to leave this life, would you know for sure that you would be in Heaven with the Lord? The only way to know that is through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ~only in Him can we find real contentment.

Many people today believe that they can depend on their "good works" to get them there. Isaiah 64:6 paints a totally different picture~the true reality that without the saving grace of our Lord Jesus who was and is the only substitute for our sin~we have no chance to save ourselves. "Religion" changes the outside of a person, but relationship with Jesus changes the inside. Since we can't get rid of these sins, there has to be another way out. The Bible tells us in Romans 3:10 "There is none righteous, no, not one" and Psalms 103:12 says that as far as the east is from the west, so far has He removed our sins from us. That's good news!

As Christ was bleeding and dying on that cross, He was asking the Father to forgive them, He was thinking of mankind, lost in this horrible condition, sin, and with no way out, except by the very blood of the Savior. Such love for all of us! He loved us before we even knew Him, even while we hated Him. Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound. Thank you, Lord, for Your great heart of love.

Snow...AGAIN?

2011-02-09T08:17:00.000-08:00

Bro. Smith has decided not to risk getting anyone out tonight for Wednesday night service since they are predicting more snow this afternoon. Just in case you haven't seen the weather, it is supposed to start some time after lunch and into tonight.

Just be safe and pray for the safety of those who must travel or be on the roads to make a living. They can be very treacherous.

He gives power!

2011-02-02T09:38:00.000-08:00

Matt 10:1...Jesus gave His disciples POWER against unclean spirits. We are not born worthy, when God calls us, Jesus cleanses us and fills us with His righteousness. God wants to use what we have~will you release it?
Moses' rod was used in the Old Testament. The boy's lunch was used to feed the crowd in the New Testament. Remember that story? When all the people had eaten there was 12 baskets leftover.

Use what you have and give it to the Lord~He will bless you for it. We need to work for the Kingdom, work, as Jesus said, while it is still day, for the night cometh when no man can work.

2011-01-29T15:18:00.000-08:00

The Heritage Ministries Association supports the Heirtage Ministries Department,

assists in maintaining and improving Fields of the Wood, first Assembly House, Shearer

Schoolhouse site and the Holy Ghost Marker.

$20.00 membership card

$30.00 membership card and t-shirt

$40.00 membership card t-shirt and calender

$50.00 membership card t-shirt calender and dvd

Ways to Join

Join online http://www.cogopheritage.com/

or if you attend a Church of God of Prophecy congregration, you may join through

your local Heritage Director.

Urgent Prayer Request

2011-01-14T06:58:00.000-08:00

A good friend of mine asked our church to remember Charlie Huggins of Haleyville who fell on the snow Monday and now is paralyzed from the neck down. He lay on the side of the road a good while waiting for help to arrive before he was taken to the hospital. He is in critical condition and the surgery which was thought might be helpful to him was sadly, not to be. They say that unless God intervenes, nothing short of a miracle can help him.

He worked for the Alabama Highway Department. His wife, Joan works at the law offices of Jackson, Mays, McNutt, Cook and Slatton in Haleyville. Please pray for this man and his family-it is urgently needed. We know God is the Great Physician and He is able. This is a senseless and unbelievable accident and they need all the prayer they can get.

Praise Report!

2011-01-13T09:43:00.000-08:00

Margi Edge just found out from her cousin that the baby with the stage 3 brain tumor turned out to be just stage 1. They are thanking the Lord and all of you who have prayed for baby Jersie and her family. Praise the Lord! Thank Him for answering prayer and pass on the good news.

It's a New Attitude!

2011-01-10T11:41:00.000-08:00

With the start of a new year, we tend to look back over the last one and recall the good as well as the negative things we've all had to deal with, and one thing we need to keep in mind is to recognize that God is for us. He is for us, He wants to see His children prosper and grow in His Word.

Bro Smith gave us a list of 8 things we need to learn and say OUT LOUD this new year. Learn to recognize these things as coming from the Lord, and be aware of the tactics of the enemy. Satan is already defeated, but we must be winners by using the strength of God.

1)Proverbs 6:2 We can be snared by the words of our own mouth, and its not always outside influences, according to the Bible. Our words carry the power to free or ensnare us.

2) Ps 119:89 God's Word is settled in Heaven and on Earth, and it's settled forever. No debate on that. Say to yourself, "I am somebody in God, blood-bought, saved and worth something valuable in God's eyes. That won't change--ever.

3) Psalms 89:34 When the Lord goes into covenant, He will not break His own Word. Remember that even your best friend will break their word to you--when trouble comes, they will turn on you and save themselves. Jesus is a friend who sticks closer than a brother. When the trials come, say "I am in covenant with God".

4) Proverbs 4: 20-22 His words are life and health to those who find them. We need healing for more than just physical needs, we need help for old wounds, mental problems, soul ties, generational curses. We can say to the enemy "It stops with ME!" This nation needs families who have the Bible alive in them every day. We need to be fanatical about that Word! Saturate your life and world with it-read and consume it. You can have favor if you rebuke Satan, so the Lord can be your partner and promote you and the way you live your life to honor Christ.

5) Ps 119:25 The Word of God quickens, meaning 'makes alive'. We as humans are so close to death, but Satan cannot win against the Word of the Lord.

6) Luke 1:38 Mary said let it be unto me according to Thy Word. It is always easy for us to judge others but not so easy to see our own sins and shortcomings. We need to come to the foot of the Cross and have the Lord cleanse our own hearts and minds. He is the searcher of the heart.

7) Psalms 35:27 &38 Let the Lord be magnified. God wants us to be

New Prayer Request

2011-01-05T11:31:00.000-08:00

I just got a call from Margi Edge about her cousin. The baby is named Jersie and is only 7 months old and has inoperable brain tumor. They have taken her to St Judes' Hospital. They can't do anything for the baby, but Margi asked us all to pray for this little one. God is able to do abundantly above all we ask or think. We just lift up this child to the Father.

Christmas Play 2010 Dec 19, 2010 5:00 pm

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Christmas Play 2010 "The Allergic Shepard"

Cast: Emily Smith - Host 1, Dakota Smith Host 2, Molly Smith Host 3

Clay Dye- Joseph Angela Dye - Mary Sheep -- Allessia Dye

Noah Bell- cow, Natalie Bell - angel, Natashia- angel Chris Bell - Mr IB Lambchop

David Banta Dr. Pepper

Zoe Smith - Aarron the Allergic Shephard

Janice Mcdaniel- Director

Chris Belll - Director

Songs led by Clay Dye "Mary Did you Know" , Pastor Dewayne Smith and Emily Smith "Silent Night" & " Star of Bethlehem"

Thank you to everyone that help and supported this years Christmas Play !!! God Bless you !

First Year

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December Angel Food Orders are being taken Now until December 8,2010. Delivery will be Saturday December 18Th. 8;30am . This will complete our First year with the Angel Food Ministry. WCFC has been able to help over 500 families with their food budget. Help us build this ministry to help even more. Your thoughts and suggestion are always welcome, your prayers and help always needed. For more information please contact Mr. Rick Barton @ 205-269-8860 or Mrs. Carol Barton @ 205-486-4868
Order forms and menus are available @ WCFC outside of Fellowship hall Lock Box

Worship with the Firstfruits

2010-11-21T13:05:00.000-08:00

When we take Tithes and Offerings each Sunday morning, we have a little routine that we use to honor the Lord with our offerings. Each person holds up their check, money or tithe envelope and repeats this short saying:

"Jesus, as my Lord and High Priest, I bring the firstfruits of my income to You and worship the Lord my God with it. I rejoice in all the good which You have given to me and my household.
I have hearkened to the voice of the Lord my God and have done according to all that He has commanded me. Now look down from Your Holy habitation from Heaven and bless me as you said in Your Word. I thank Father, in Jesus' name."

This is just a bit different than many churches' form of worship with offerings, but we know God's Word is true and we strive to hear and obey His leadership. The scripture most Christians refer to when they speak of tithing is Malachi 3:10. "Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the Lord of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven,and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it." He goes on to say in verse 11 that the Lord will rebuke the devourer for your sakes, and not destroy the fruits of your ground.

Personally, my husband and I take the Lord at His Word and we prove Him~over and over again. So many people will testify to the same thing. God is faithful and is our deliverer and our source!! Praise the Lord, and again, Praise the Lord!

Pictures

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Bro. Chris was the instigator of this little game. The team leader had to bid on how many marshmallows they could stuff in their mouth and still sing a Praise/Worship song--and still their team members could guess the name of the song. Here is our sweet Sarah, looking her best, along with Austin Scott.

Dakota Smith couldn't fit too many--wait, did he say 13???

Here is Emily and Zoe performing a drama, "You are Mighty, You are Holy". Great job, girls!!!

Some of the latest happenings here at WCFC

We have the BEST church members ever!

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Here at Winfield City Family Church, we are blessed to have some of the most able people who do not hesitate to step up where there is a need. For instance, if you notice how clean the church is every week, please thank Margi and Allen Edge. They go each and every Tuesday and clean the building top to bottom. Many times, we have had to organize a "clean-up" day and get everyone to work together to scrub and sweep and vacuum and dust cobwebs, and what a major job that is! Thank you Allen and Margi for all you do and all you mean to the church family. We love you guys!

Debra Banta has stepped up to teach Adult Sunday School class while Todd Scott takes a little break. Both of them are great teachers of the Gospel.

Danny Joe Seals has been playing bass on the Praise and Worship Team and we are so blessed to have him and his family at WCFC. In fact, there are quite a few talented musicians that are to be recognized: Randy Smith, Danny Joe Seals, Joan Smith, Mike Knight, Dewayne Smith, Josh Smith, Todd Scott, Austin Scott, Chris Bell, Debra Banta, and Ronnie Beasley. Emily and Zoe Smith performed a drama to "You are Mighty, You are Holy" last week, and it was a great job, girls! God be praised for the talent He has directed to this church.

Chris and Sarah Bell have joined in working as the Youth Pastors. The boys' class has been taught well by Mike Knight and Neal Sandlin, but it really frees up some extra time for them to serve in other ways, since Chris began the Youth Ministry. Last Sunday night while Bro. Smith was away for a funeral, Bro. Chris took over the service. It was unforgettable, to say the least. Fun for all who took part. The game was to see which team leader could hold the most marshmallows in their mouth and sing a praise/worship song. Their team members had to guess what song they were singing. The pictures are unbelievable!

Signs and Wonders

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Signs and Wonders, as told by one of our precious members...

November 13, 2010

Some years ago I had fallen very ill. The doctors could not find what was causing the problems. I would throw up profusely, my blood had dropped till I was anemic and I was unable to swallow food at all. This continued for approximately two, almost three months. My swallowing finally shut off completely. I wasn't even able to swallow water. I was admitted into the hospital in Silvis, Illinois.

My pastor, Vurl Lietdke and the church in Silvis, IL had been praying and believing God for my healing. The first day I was in the hospital, some of the church people gathered around my hospital bed and began to pray. I felt the power of God so wonderfully that I knew He had healed me.

The doctor ordered a number of tests to see what my problems were. I had become very malnourished and had numerous other issues. One of the major issues was a huge hiatal hernia. In just a few hours the doctor came into my room and told me I needed emergency surgery. I proceeded to tell him no, because God had healed me. At this point the doctor told the nurse to bring me a mirror. When I looked into the mirror I had turned green. My face, all my skin had turned a bright green. The doctor told me that I had a diseased gall bladder with several stones and it had already set up gangrene and that the hernia had closed off my esophagus.

They immediately moved me to the surgical ward. I began to weep and call upon God. I knew God had healed me and I couldn't understand what was going on.

When I got to the room on the surgical floor I found myself alone for the first time. I looked to the night stand beside the bed and there laid a Bible. I picked it up and the pages fell open to: Matthew 21:5. "Tell ye the daughter of Zion, Behold, thy King cometh unto thee." No sooner had I read the words on the page, I felt the power of God fill that hospital room! The Glory of the Lord was all around, surely it must have been shining even in the hallway. I had such peace come upon me, I knew there was nothing to worry about any more. The Lord had touched me!

As I lay there in that hospital bed the night before surgery, I had a visitor. This man walked into my room and to the side of the bed. I thought possibly this was the hospital Chaplin, as they usually visit the patients scheduled for surgery. The man stood beside my bed with a pleasant look on his face. He was a very good looking man. He had beautiful black hair, which was so perfectly groomed and in place. He wore a very stylish, expensive looking suit. He had a beautiful complexion. I greeted him and then he began to speak. To my amazement, with every word he spoke, his face became twisted and distorted. He said, "Now where is your GOD!?!? You said you were healed! But He has left you here and does NOT hear you!! You are not healed! You're going to DIE!!!"

I knew immediately who this was. It was a devil from Hell!!! I raised my hand to God and began to speak to him. I said, "I know who you are and you have come too late!! My Lord has come unto me and He has already done the work!" I began to quote scriptures that I didn't realize I knew! Then with every scripture I quoted, a portion of this man's face began to disappear right before my very eyes! He completely disappeared and I felt that wonderful Presence of God once again. Glory to God, He was there!! My King had come to me and He was still there!

I was so excited I wanted to tell someone about this visitation of the Spirit so bad, but no one came till they were preparing me for surgery. The Pastor, my husband Bob, and various members of the family and church family were present as they were taking me down the hall to the surgical room. I was trying to shout to them that the Lord had been there and He was in control! The Pastor told those present, "Oh, God has done something for her!"

After the surgery, the operating doctor came out to talk with the family. He said she had 33 gall stones, so we took the gall bladder and she is doing fine. He then turned to leave and the Pastor stopped him and asked, "What about the huge hiatal hernia?" The doctor stopped and looked at her with amazement on his face. "We hadn't wanted to operate on that because it was so close to her heart, I was afraid she would not live through it. But this is the amazing thing, I had the X-Ray hanging on the wall showing this huge hernia, but when I went in there to try to repair it, there was nothing left but a small scar where it had been. Something beat me to it." Oh, that was Pastor Liedtks cue: she began to tell him about God's healing power. She shared with him the scriptures on healing. We found out later that same doctor was terminally ill with cancer.

We may wonder sometimes why things happen as they do. We must remind ourselves of this: Romans 8:28 "And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them that are the called according to His purpose." I love Him with all my heart.

If my going through that touched one soul it was worth it. I know that it was worth what God did for me through it. Praise HIS HOLY NAME!

Sister Debra J. Banta

PS. I had 33 gall stones, I was in room 33, and I was 33 years old. Jesus was 33 when He was crucified. The devil told me I was going to die, but Jesus was crucified that I might have life and that more abundantly. John 10:10 "I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly."

And then HE rose again! All Glory to God!

Powerful Passage

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1 Peter 1:1-9 is a powerful passage. We know none of us is without pain, struggles and trials. Sometimes we even have to force-feed ourselves when we get down and hurt. Make yourself worship if you don't feel like it. Open your mouth and speak the Word, then your heart gets into it. "Faith that can't be tested can't be trusted." Christianity is not always a bed of roses. We need to pay attention, focus on the Lord, and get involved in the scriptures. Satan WILL come to you with his wicked devices, but God wants to set us free.

We have to apply the Word to our lives and be consistent, because there are so many attractions in the world to compete with the things of God. Right now, we are reaping the generation of unchurched youth. Many people try to run from their troubles, but the greater One lives within us. Verse 6 tells us that our faith will be tested, but we can stand our ground and be stable. These temptations and troubles are not a 'forever thing'. It is for a season and one day the sun will shine again. Be patient with God and He will bring about a better, brighter day in your life. If God brings you to it, He will bring you through it!

In verse 16, He tells us "Be ye holy, for I am holy." Once you come to the knowledge of sin, you aren't ignorant anymore. The word holy means "pure, morally blameless". We don't have the ability to be holy on our own-we must have a holy God living in us and helping us stay separate from the world.

Proverbs 4:20-22 teaches us that our Father's words are life and health. John 6:63 says the words are spirit and life. They bring us to awareness and understanding of the Lord. It's important to read these words out loud-that way, they are put into the atmosphere and they enter the heart and the spirit. Satan hates that the spirit of God is in us. He HATES that! But he can't stop it. Jesus defeated death, and it is vital that we recognize that the Greater One dwells in us.

Read the Word. Meditate on the Word. Replace the things of the world with the Word. Read and pray for revelation so that we can then give it to others-it's not to be kept to ourselves.

Announcements

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It seems that for a small church, we have alot of announcements each week-that means there's alot going on, and that is a good sign of life! Youth Pastors Chris and Sarah Bell told us the Youth will be hosting a Sunday Dinner after Thanksgiving! It will be the 28th. Many of the ladies have volunteered to help with the cooking (Chris said if we didn't, we could expect a phone call). That's an incentive to pitch in!

What great news!! Our own Pastor has been asked to preach at the Annual Community-wide Thanksgiving Service at the First Methodist Church in Winfield!! It will be on the 21st of November at 6pm. and we need to have a big turnout to show our support for not only Bro. Dewayne, but also to represent our church.

Another bit of news is that the recent picture of the congregation made in front of the church has made the cover of the COGOP publication, Alabama Update. Hopefully, soon we can get the link on the blog. Bro. Sam Clements, Overseer of North Alabama said that the brochure will be seen all over the world! We need to keep in mind that any attention that comes our way should be only directed toward our Lord and Savior, for it is in His great name that we do what we do.

This is the first Sunday since we lost Brandi Scott. Her precious family is here and we love you, Jerri, Mildred, Todd and Molly.

Bro. John Billy Butler, Area Overseer, challenged his own church and they presented us with another gift of $1,000.00 to be used to pay on the land we have purchased! Praise the Lord for God's people who support and desire to see this church take root and grow!

November Angel Food Orders

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New orders for November are now being accepted . Deadline for new orders is Weds. November 10. There are 9 different boxes available from $21.00 - $35.00 , Plus Thanksgiving and Christmas Boxes for $36.00 each.The Holiday Boxes Feed Ten People a very Nice Holiday Meal. This Ministry is available for all no income requirements. Order forms and Menus available @ the church Drop Box or call Rick & Carol Barton .205-486-4868 or 205-269-8860. To Quote our Sister Brandi "What a Good time of the year to help others"

www.angelfoodministries.com Host site #13036

Brandi~We Love You!!

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Here are the arrangements:

Brandi Nicole Scott, 29, passed away on Saturday, October 30, 2010 at the Northwest Medical Center. Funeral service will be held Tuesday, November 2, at 2pm at the McGraw Memorial Chapel of Miles Funeral Home. Burial will be at Springhill Baptist Church Cemetary, and visitation will be Tuesday from 12 noon till 2pm.

Our beloved Brandi has left us and she will be so very missed. Everyone loved her sweet smile and her caring attitude for other people. Her family has been involved in the Winfield City Family Church from the very start. Mom Jerri, Aunt Mildred, Brother Todd, Uncle Marc and Aunt Betty McDonald, Neice Molly, they are our family too. Everyone who knows this family loves them, and grieve the loss of Brandi.

The Scott family wishes to thank everyone who has expressed sympathy-whether it is food, phone calls, visits, cards, flowers, it is truly appreciated. Please continue to pray for all of them and for the church-that is the most important thing you can do for another-to pray.
God bless you all, and we will always miss and love you, Brandi.

Tragedy at WCFC

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We lost a dear member last night, Brandi Scott, who was 30, passed away Sat nite at her home. She recently was baptized and joined the church. Brandi is Drake and Jerri Scott's youngest daughter, 30, and is beloved by all who knew her.

Brandi, we love you and will always carry your sweet smile and loving heart with us. And, we will see you again one day.

Be Prepared Before You Vote!!

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Marcus and Betty McDonald of Right to Life announced a website where we can see who supports the things of God, so that we will be informed voters:

www.AL4Life.org

Fulfill your rightful obligation as a voter and research the issues to help you make the right choice on Election Day!

Get out there and VOTE!!!!!

A Message in Bible Geneology

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This may have already been included in the blog at another time, but it is worth another look.

Bible scholar, Dr. Chuck Missler, had often wondered why the Lord thought it was important enough to include detailed geneology of Adam and what we often refer to as the "begats". So he investigated the scriptures and came up with something very interesting, to say the least. In Genesis 5, we read of the descendants of Adam, the first created man, through to Noah. We all know the part Noah played in God's plan. Dr. Missler spent alot of time researching the names and their meanings.

First is Adam, then Seth, who begat Enos, Cainan, Mahalaleel, Jared, Enoch, Methuselah, Lamech, then Noah. The Bible tell us that they lived so many years and begat sons and daughters, then names a particular son.

When you write down what each name means in the original language and tie the meanings together, they form a sentence:
Adam means= Man (is)
Seth means= Appointed
Enos means= Mortal
Cainan means= Sorrow, (but the)
Mahalaleel means= Blessed God
Jared means= Shall come down
Enoch means= Teaching (that)
Methuselah means= His Death Shall Bring (to the)
Lamech means= Despairing (mankind)
Noah means= Comfort and Rest

Put all together into a statement reads:
"Man is appointed mortal sorrow, but the blessed God shall come down, teaching (that) His death shall bring despairing (mankind) comfort and rest."

How like our loving, caring Father to tuck this message of hope into the very depths of His Word. It is there for us to find when we take the time to study and mine the gold nuggets that He has provided for us!

As Bro. Smith has often reminded us, his mentor, Bro. Haney, would tell him "The Bible is an endless sea of knowledge. Jump in and swim forever!!" One day we will get to meet this man of God too!

Yard Sale '10

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A few more pictures of the yard sale

Payment!

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Saturday, October 23, 2010, Bro. Smith, Neal Sandlin and Ronnie Cockrell went to State Bank and Trust to make the first payment on the land which Winfield City Family Church bought on Hwy 129. Here are a few pictures showing them with Mr. Harlon Farrar as they present the check. This marks a huge step in the life of the church since it has only been a very few months since the land was purchased!

Praise the Lord! Let us keep our eyes on Him who loved us and gave His life for us!

WCFC Yard Sale 2010

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Saturday, October 23, we held another fund raiser, our church-wide yard sale. We have added some pictures so you can see we had alot of things donated and everybody joined in to help. There were a huge range of items including, hunting gear, what-nots, and furniture. The money raised will go into the fund to pay for the land on Hwy 129. It really was a very good day, and alot of money was brought in. Thanks to all who turned out to lend a hand. God bless you all!!

Yard Sale Fund Raiser

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The yard sale the church has been planning is going to be held on our property which is on Hwy 129 this weekend. We need to have our items out, priced and ready to sell by 7am Saturday morning. People who come to these sales show up early, so we need to be there and ready to meet them.

See you there Saturday, October 23!

THAT'S MY KING!!

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This is a sermon preached by a black minister that I heard at another church one year and never forgot how moving and humbling it was. Dr. Shadrach Meshach Lockridge, who passed away in 2000, gave this stirring message, and it is thrilling! It's entitled,

THAT'S MY KING!

The Bible says my King is the King of the Jews. He's the King of Israel. He's the King of righteousness. He's the King of the ages. He's the King of Heaven. He's the King of glory. He's the King of Kings, and He's the Lord of Lords. That's my King! I wonder, do you know Him?

My King is a sovereign King. No means of measure can define His limitless love. He's enduringly strong. He's entirely sincere. He's eternally steadfast. He's immortally graceful. He's imperially powerful. He's impartially merciful. Do you know Him?

He's the greatest phenomenon that has ever crossed the horizon of the world. He's God's Son. He's the sinner's Savior. He's the peak of civilization. He's unparalled. He's unprecedented. He's the loftiest idea in literature. He's the highest personality in philosophy. He's the fundamental doctrine of true theology. He's the only one qualified to be the all-sufficient Savior. I wonder, do you know Him today?

He supplies strength to the weak. He's available for the tempted and the tried. He sympathizes and saves. He strengthens and sustains. He guards and He guides. He heals the sick. He cleanses lepers. He forgives sinners. He discharges debtors. He delivers the captives. He defends the feeble. He blesses the young. He serves the unfortunate. He regards the aged. He rewards the diligent, and He beautifies the meager. I wonder if you know Him?

He's the key to knowledge. He's the wellspring of wisdom. He's the doorway of deliverance. He's the pathway to peace. He's the roadway of righteousness. He's the highway to holiness. He's the gateway to glory. Do you know Him?

Well, His light is matchless. His goodness if limitless. His mercy is everlasting. His love never changes. His Word is enough. His grace is sufficient. He's the reign of righteousness and His yoke is easy, and His burden is light. I wish I could describe Him to you. Yes, He is indescribable. You can't get Him out of your mind. You can't get Him off of your head. You can't outlive Him, and you can't live without Him.

Well, the Pharisees couldn't stand Him, but they found out they couldn't stop Him. Pilate couldn't find any fault in Him. Herod couldn't kill Him. Death couldn't handle Him, and the grave couldn't hold Him. I wonder if you know Him?

What about you? Do you know Jesus, King Jesus? He's my King!

Sisters Meeting

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The Sisters of the Heart had a great meeting this week. We had some new ladies and of course, ate and laughed, along with our sewing. When I look back at what we have accomplished over less than a year's time, it is pretty awesome.

You don't have to come on the night of meetings to participate, we can use your ideas and donated fabric and supplies. We've had several people give fabric and other items to our "stash". You would be welcome to come and join in. We are planning to go and speak to the Activities Director at the nursing home for ideas on a project we could do for the patients there. Perhaps the residents might be interested in handwork or quilting that they can get involved with.

Please pray for this group, and join us when you can. We'd love to see you.

Update on Sisters of the Heart

2010-10-13T12:59:00.000-07:00

The ladies who are involved in Sisters of the Heart sewing group want to take a few minutes to tell you what we've been up to lately and invite you to come and join us. We want new members to get involved. During one of the first meetings, one of the girls said we were just like sisters, sisters of the heart, and the name stuck.

We started last Spring meeting at the home of Dianne Cockrell (myself) in Winfield to just put our heads together and see if we could do something to help not only our church, but other people. The first project we took on was to make some banners for the inside of WCFC. There are ladies who donate fabric and supplies to us, and we even have a page on FaceBook where there are more than 60 members. The interest and moral support helps us stay motivated. If you go to Facebook, just search for us at Sisters of the Heart, and you'll see a heart-shaped wreath--that's our page. Each "sister" has her own skills and talents and everyone can suggest more ways we can make a difference in the lives of others.

We use my sewing room to store our fabric and ongoing items and quilts. We have many pictures online showing the things we've either started, in the process of being finished, (UFO's--unfinished objects), things already made and some that's already been given away. Some of the girls have taken quilts home to finish them, and it is a good feeling to donate things to people who will appreciate them. We have had a box of crocheted caps and little sheets and blankets taken to Birmingham to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at UAB just this summer.

You would be so very welcome to join our group. We usually eat and of course, laugh and talk, and sew. Many times we have Birthday Parties for the one having a birthday, and we love to take plenty of pictures. Our ladies have been anywhere from the ages of 13 to 94, and we love working together. There's always new ideas for projects and new gadgets on the market to talk about. Each item is even labeled "Sisters of the Heart".

We have put up a booth during the Saturdays of AngelFood deliveries, and also for the Chili Cookoff. Several people looked at our work and made some great comments. One of the ideas we have talked about doing is hats and scarves for cancer patients. I have talked to the American Cancer Society in Tuscaloosa and they sent us some material for ideas.

There is a great blog we go to for neat ideas about sewing using ordinary, inexpensive items. It is www.sewmanyways.blogspot.com We had alot of fun with one of her ideas which was to use a mechanic's magnetic tray to hold our pins, and also a pick-up tool with a magnet on the end to grab pins and needles off the floor. That's perfect for those of us who aren't exactly 'teenagers' any more.

Tell your friends about our group and come on and join us! We'll make sure you have a great time!

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A Great Sunday at WCFC

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Today, October 10, 2010, Winfield City Family Church, which is now officially an organized church, continues to grow and prosper! We enjoyed a very good crowd today! Bro. Smith always begins the service with announcements and today was a full day. The report on the First Annual Chili Cookoff was that while it did not actually meet expectations money-wise, it was a huge success in alot of ways. Rick's neice and family, Julie and Mark and daughter Olivia, were here from Ohio and were able to spend time with Rick and Carol, as well as help with the cookoff. Olivia was especially helpful to me as I had to unload and set up two booths. Thank you, my new friend Olivia!

All the kids worked hard in the Pepsi wagon serving drinks and food. Several of the prize winners donated their money back to the church. Alot of people took pictures and they will be posted on the blog soon. The events were alot of fun, and there were games and even a pinata' for the kids. Who can forget the apron contest? Ronnie Cockrell was a good sport, wearing a very flattering pink rose apron with alot of lace and ribbons. Gara Wesley wore a hat that was indescribable! So cute, we appreciate all of you.

Mark McDonald gave a short talk explaining DNA connections that form the shape of a Cross. Then he led a prayer before the meal.
I understand there were tense moments during some hard-fought checkers games. All you can say is 'you can't win them all'.
Speaking of competition, the little kids beat the socks off the older ones at knocking the pinata'. It was a sight to see, and so much fun! You could hear horseshoes clanging in the background too.

Bro. Mike Knight and Bro. Smith were in Hamilton ministering to the work release prisoners. If only one man recieves the Lord Jesus, then all those efforts will be well worth it. We know Christ loved us enough that He would have gone to the Cross for only one person. Bro. Todd Scott is a dedicated, strong in the Lord man who works tirelessly in Prison Ministry. We should lift these men up as they do this special calling for the Lord.

We have set a date for the church-wide Yard Sale. It is scheduled for October 23 and will be held on our property on Hwy 129 from 7AM to lunch time. Start now setting out your items to be donated and priced in time for this fund-raiser!!

Without calling for a formal business meeting, Bro. Smith made some appointments for the church:

Janice McDaniel--she will head up the Education Department. Janice is very well qualified for this position because she is a retired school teacher and is teaching the Girls' Sunday School class.
Chris Bell--Youth Leader, Chris has worked with Bro. Smith before, left this area for Illinois, came back home to work with our congregation. His wife, Sara, is a great help to Chris in this area of church work, but we also need the parents to help in whatever way they are able.
Dianne Cockrell--Clerical work, notes and business of the church, and also on the blog team.
Joan Smith--Treasurer of the church, as well as teaching Sunday School, and playing keyboard.
Jerri Scott--she has already been doing much of this work and assisting Joan
Carol and Rick Barton--Benevolence Committee, they are in charge of organizing and notifing people when there is a need such as a death in a family, etc. Carol and Rick have already been doing Angel Food Ministry. Hopefully, one day our church will be in a position to offer a Food Pantry to actually give food to anyone in need. Please pray for this outreach.
Neal and Sondra Sandlin--Activities Directors, such as the Fall Fest and the upcoming Yard Sale.

What a treat for us with special music from Clay and Angela Dye, "It's covered by the Blood, come on home, child". How blessed we are to have such fine singers and musicians. Praise the Lord!

Church Picture October 10, 2010

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Chilli Cook-off Oct 9, 2010

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Here are a few pictures from our 1st Annual Chilli Cookoff. A great BIG GOD BLESS YOU to Brother Rick and Sister Carol Barton for doing so much for this event. Many people were blessed!

New member Oct 10, 2010

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Brother Neil Sandlin joined the church this Sunday. We all love and appreciate Brother Neal Sandlin!

New Membership October 2010

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Brother David Banta presents for membership