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Mission
Statement:
SCC exists to:
Exalt
God
Evangelize the Lost
Equip Christians for Service

Suburban Christian Church
20290 Wood
Howell Road Bristol, VA 24202 276-669-0591
Rich Pannell Minister

Why is it that stuff that's good for you is hard to do? The experts say you should exercise half an hour a day, drink eight glasses of water a day and eat a balanced diet with lots of fruits and vegetables. Those are the good things that will make your body strong and healthy. A Snickers bar and coke in the recliner in front of the television is a lot easier and more enjoyable. Maybe this is what Paul was talking about when he said the things I know I should do are the things I don't do, and the things I shouldn't do are the things I do.
Another one of the “good things” you should do is read your Bible. Once again, the television, computer and other books can be so much more appealing. Admittedly, parts of the Bible are difficult to understand and some of those names are impossible to pronounce. It's easy to start with good intentions to read your Bible and become discouraged when you hit those toilsome passages. After all, nobody wants to sit reading passages like this:
These are the names of the men who are to assist you:
from Reuben, Elizur son of Shedeur; from Simeon, Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai; from Judah, Nahshon son of Amminadab; from Issachar, Nethanel son of Zuar; from Zebulun, Eliab son of Helon; from the sons of Joseph: from Ephraim, Elishama son of Ammihud; from Manasseh, Gamaliel son of Pedahzur… Numbers 1:5–10 (NIV)
Difficult as it sometimes may be to get into God’s word, the rewards for those who do so are unlimited. Digging deep into God’s word teaches God’s expectations for your life. Within the pages of Scripture, you find golden nuggets of wisdom, spiritual truths, and sage advice regarding your relationship with God and mankind. Knowledge of the Scripture is the greatest education one can achieve.
The modern world offers so many distractions to keep you out of the scripture. Remember, there’s nothing more valuable to your well-being than to regularly be feeding on the word of God. Only by divine words when you find the strength and wisdom for daily living and guidance in the pursuit of your heavenly home.
Get wisdom, get understanding; do not forget my words or turn away from them. Do not forsake wisdom, and she will protect you; love her, and she will watch over you. Proverbs 4:5–6 (NIV)

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SCC
May
Newsletter
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SCC Newsletter
December
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Special Music
Special Music will be posted in the bulletin as scheduled on a weekly basis. Please contact Libby Scott if you would like to serve.

Meditation
7 Ernie Blankenship
14 Herb Wilkie
21 Ray Woods
28 Cecil Anders

Elder
7 John Kegley
14 Sonny Scott
21 Bobby Church
28 Jerry Musick

Greeters
7 Jerry & Karen Cole
14 Jim & Toby Cook
21 Fay Williams
28 Bobby &
Carol Kay Church

Communion Prep
7 Jerry Hagy
14 Cindy Eastridge
21 Ray Woods
28 Judith Schuler
Projector Operator
Jerry Schuler
Projector Operator
Jerry Schuler

May 3: 7:00 a.m.: Men’s Breakfast
On the first Wednesday of each month, the men of the church meet for breakfast, good food, conversation, and fellowship. Consider waking a little earlier before work and meet at Cracker Barrel (Exit 7). We’ll see you there!
May 7: 6:00 p.m.: Graduation Party
SCC will host a graduation celebration for Ryan Blankenship & Hunter McCracken. The Education Committee will provide gifts and decorations. The Membership Committee will be in charge of food including punch, cake, and finger foods
May 14: Mother’s Day
May 16: 6:00 p.m.: Elders’ Meeting
Please keep the elders in your prayers as they continue to research and learn about what we need to do is a church body to grow in the Lord.
May 16: 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.: Food Box Giveaway
We will be giving out food boxes to anyone in need at the church from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
May 21: Guest Speaker from Christ’s Church @ Virginia Tech
May 23: Seniors Trip

This Month’s Events

Morning Nursery
7 Cynthia Hagy &
Dotty Woods
14 Cindy & Eric Eastridge
21 Mildred Sobotka &
Jordyn Simerly
28 Carolyn Woods &
Sophie Crowe

SCC will continue to accept monies for the purchase of paper products for CCYC’s summer camp program. If you have not made a contribution, It is not too late. We will continue collecting until May 21. Cash can be given to Carol Kay Church or check to SCC with CCYC in memo. CCYC thanks Suburban their support!!
Thank you to all who brought cans of soup food and gave monetarily to Faith in Action outreach project. Also, thank those who brought shoes for ETCHA’s fundraiser project.
Help support the “Dig a Well Project” through IDES. Suburban will be partnering with IDES to dig clean water well in another country for $2,500. Monies will be collected through July. Checks written to Suburban with IDES in memo or cash by placing in the brown envelopes in back of pews. Keep this project in prayer!!
Outreach will be hosting a “Night of Praise and Worship” the end of July. Date will be posted later. Keep this project in PRAYER!
Haven of Rest Sunday, May 28- Lynn and Rich Pannell team
Visit and a Meal – May 25 – Team 2
SCC’s Outreach Focus for May is the ministry of the Parker Family in Thailand. Check the Outreach bulletin board for information concerning the Parker’s ministry in Thailand. Or visit their website at www.victory44.org. The Friendship Sunday school class continues to support their children’s ministry outreach program in Thailand.
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Morning Pre-KClass
7 Cindy & Eric Eastridge
14 Toby Cook &
Jordyn Simerly
21 Connie Azure &
Sophie Crowe
28 Family Sunday
26 Family Sunday
31 Family Sunday
28

Children’s Church
7 Lynn Pannell &
Lydia McKenna
14 Charity Dowell & TBA
21 Linda Kegley &
Hannah Eastridge
29 TBA

There are no words to say how much we appreciate everyone's prayers and assistance during my recent heart attack. You are a very special blessing to Lynn and myself and you have shown your faithfulness to us over these past couple of weeks. To say thank you doesn't even scratch the surface of how grateful we are for your love and support. We love everyone of you simply wanted to express our deepest gratitude for all you have done to show your love for us. Rich and Lynn Pannell

Prayer Time

April Birthdays

1 Jerry Widener
4 Whitley Payne
6 Dotty Woods
7 John Aven
8 Phil Payne
9 Eric Schuler
10 Jerry Cole
11 Emma Worley
13 Christy McCracken
16 Tuesday Dowell
20 Helen McKenna
23 Nerina McKenna
21 Forrest Schuler
23 Nerina McKenna
27 Bill Crump
28 Logan Canter
29 Cecil Anders

Prayer List
Cynthia Hagy
Hal Pannell
Susan Roark
Jerry Schuler
Ann Campbell
Leighton Lowe
Danny Freeman
Herb Wilkie
Helen McKenna
Lillian Worley
Ona Burress
Arlie Riffe
Beverly Fontaine
Mike Huber
Ryder Jerome Rife
Danny & Sarah Keaton
Mike Shaver
Rick Rhymer
Bonnie Burnett
Deborah Helton
Jerry Musick
Jeff Taylor
Rachael Peterson
Faye Abernathy
Joyce Cole
Jonnie Gilliam
Albert & Katherine Owens
Brittoney Stiltner
Freddie Bowers
Charity Dowell
Larry Azure
George Gobble
TX. Ch. Van Accident
Paul Campbell
Carolyn Woods
Hannah Ellis
Mabel Bowman
Emma Worley
Norma Reeves
Ginger Stiles
Jamie & Julia Stiltner

Sympathies, the families of:
Houston Trivett
Brad Owens
Alec Turnball
James Ashe
David Osborne
Willis Crabtree
Ann Scott
Sandy Sammons
Military
Corey Edwards
Preston Fulton
Zac Rife

May Prayer Focus

As the culture in our country is changing at an unprecedented rate the United States of America needs prayer desperately. God has been marginalized and dismissed by both our people and our institutions. Let us pray daily for America that:
The influence of Godly people will be strong and clear.
The light of Christ will be bright in the midst of darkness.
Jesus will truly be our lifeline.

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