Church Worker Sunday/Stewardship Sunday

 Join this week as we recognize the faithful and consistent stewardship of many of our church members. During this season of gratitude we have thanked God for his grace and mercy and have recognized our two Associate Pastors and Bishop Tony Minor and First Lady, Dr. Natoya. Now, most of all, we take this moment to recognize the heart and soul of our transformational faith community, the church workers.  We thank God for every church member who also provide faithful service.  You can join also by individually recognizing and providing a card or small gift to leader or church worker who you appreciate. Join as Bishop Minor preach from the theme--What have you done with your Gift? See this Sunday at our 10:30 a.m. morning worship service.

Bishop to Preach at New Sardis Baptist Church

Church Outing

On Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 6:30 p.m., Bishop Minor will preach and close out a revival at New Sardis Baptist, E. 147th and Kinsman Avenue. Rev. Dr. Vincent Stoke is the pastor. We are asking the Mass Choir to sing and the youth praise team (both) to assist. Make plans to participate and bring family and friends. 

Fall Youth Church

Sunday, October 13th (2nd Sunday) will serve as the kickoff of the fall session of our Youth Church. 

Youth Church will occur each 2nd and 4th Sunday in two groups: age 7 to 12 at 11:00 a.m. (during service) and teens age 13-17 following service at noon.  

Life Planning

Project HELP (Health Education Life Planning)

Project HELP has open enrollment for success planning. 

Remember, a vision without a plan is just a dream.   Success counselors are available to help you reach your goals by removing barriers to success. 

Call the office at 216-883-5036 to join the Success Team and attend our biweekly Saturday sessions (10:00 a.m.). 

Voter Empowerment

Voter Empowerment

Today, we are encouraging all our members to register or check your status. This is the last Sunday to register as Monday is the last day, Will you help us by helping ten people check there status,. 

Join us in the fellowship hall. Go to www.vote411.org to check your status and to re-register.

Key Announcements

Prayer and Comfort

Continue to pray for the sick and shut-in. Make a call, send a text or email, or pay a visit. May we truly be a community of comfort and care. Please call the office at 216-883-5036 for any concerns or needs.

Bible Study

Join us this Wednesday for our Topical Bible Study “in person” at 5949 Engel Avenue.  

Our theme for the fall session is “A faith in Trouble Times.”  This week’s topic is “Keeping God on the Journey.” The session is also live on Zoom and Facebook. 

Join us also each week for Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. with Pastor Derrick Fellows.

Fall Youth Church

Sunday, October 13th (2nd Sunday) will serve as the kickoff of the fall session of our Youth Church. 

 Youth Church will occur each 2nd and 4th Sunday in two groups: age 7 to 12 at 11:00 a.m. (during service) and teens age 13-17 following service at noon.  

We will kick-off next week with a pizza party following service with mini classes for both groups. We gather after the classes for a report back.

Ministry Leaders Needed

Are you a looker and waiter? It is time to get off to pew to serve! Workers are needed: Greeters and Audio/Video Workers (no experience needed).

 Let me use the words of Michelle Obama–What are you going to do? See Donna Fellows for more information.

This Week at COFA

5949 Engel Avenue

Cleveland, Ohio 44127

This Week at COFA

Sunday, September 29, 2024

Order of Worship

Prayer Scripture

Selection “Happy”

Affirmation of Faith

Selection “Made a Way”

Morning Hymn of Preparation

“Lead me, Guide Me”

The Word of God

Bishop Tony Minor

 “Faith and Resilience”

Call to Discipleship/Prayer

Announcements/Offering

Closing Prayer

Morning Hymn

“Lead Me, Guide me”

Lead me, guide me along the way,
For if you lead me, I cannot stray.
Lord, let me walk each day with thee.
Lead me, O Lord, lead me.*

I am weak and I need thy strength and power
To help me over my weakest hour
Lead me through the darkness thy face to see
Lead me, O Lord, lead me.

Prayer and Comfort

Continue to pray for the sick and shut-in. Make a call, send a text or email, or pay a visit. May we truly be a community of comfort and care. Please call the office at 216-883-5036 for any concerns or needs.

Bible Study

Join us this Wednesday for our Topical Bible Study “in person” at 5949 Engel Avenue.  

Our theme for the fall session is “A faith in Trouble Times.”  This week’s topic is “Keeping God on the Journey.” The session is also live on Zoom and Facebook. 

Join us also each week for Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. with Pastor Derrick Fellows.

Fall Youth Church

Sunday, October 13th (2nd Sunday) will serve as the kickoff of the fall session of our Youth Church. 

 Youth Church will occur each 2nd and 4th Sunday in two groups: age 7 to 12 at 11:00 a.m. (during service) and teens age 13-17 following service at noon.  

We will kick-off next week with a pizza party following service with mini classes for both groups. We gather after the classes for a report back.

Ministry Leaders Needed

Are you a looker and waiter? It is time to get off to pew to serve! Workers are needed: Greeters and Audio/Video Workers (no experience needed).

 Let me use the words of Michelle Obama–What are you going to do? See Donna Fellows for more information.

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Join us in the fellowship hall. Go to www.vote411.org to check your status and to re-register.

Project HELP (Health Education Life Planning)

Project HELP has open enrollment for success planning. 

Remember, a vision without a plan is just a dream.   Success counselors are available to help you reach your goals by removing barriers to success. 

Call the office at 216-883-5036 to join the Success Team and attend our biweekly Saturday sessions (10:00 a.m.). 

Are you the next Jason Willis? He moved from unemployment to classes at Tri-C to a full-time job as a National Truck Driver.

Sign up for classes on computer training, job search, health and wellness, and/or trauma and grief.

Join us Next Saturday at 10:00 a,m,

Church Outing

On Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 6:30 p.m., Bishop Minor will preach and close out a revival at New Sardis Baptist, E. 147th and Kinsman Avenue. Rev. Dr. Vincent Stoke is the pastor. We are asking the Mass Choir to sing and the youth praise team (both) to assist. Make plans to participate and bring family and friends. 

Upcoming Events:

Holyween (Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.

Pastor’s Appreciation Service Honoring Pastor Derrick Fellows and Pastor Debra Shaw (Sunday, October 20, 2024)

Gratitude Sunday and Dinner (Sunday, November 24, 2024)

War Room Ready Holiday Brunch (Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.)

Holy Christmas Program (Sunday, December 22, 2024)

Watch Night Service (Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.)

Let’s Appreciate our Shepherds

October is Pastors Appreciation Month..  On Sunday, October 20th, we will honor Pastor Debra Shaw and Pastor Derrick Fellows. It is also Friends and Family Day. Come prepared with a gift to show your appreciation. On Gratitude Sunday, November 24th, we will recognize and show gratitude to Bishop Minor and First Lady, Dr. Natoya. Bishop will also recognize members who have gone “over and beyond” despite personal challenges.

From the Desk of the Bishop:

This morning we have added again our Morning Hymn. It is just a few lines of one of the “old songs of Zion” that must be planted  into our hearts. These are the great songs of the church that have so much meaning. Like Michael Jackson said at many concerts: “I love the new stuff, but I really really love the old songs that got us going.

Today, we sang “Lead me Guide me.  May it bless you. 

Think on these things…