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Area-Wide Special Update - GDOP Choirs, Sponsorship Opportunities, Areas of Involvement!
John Buhler, Mission Huntsville
May 8, 2006
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Mis·sion: noun: 1.) a specific objective or task which a person is charged or assigned; 2.) a personal or collaborative effort that includes a definite military or evangelistic objective; 3.) a divine assignment to the people and place within a specific geographic area;
Hunts·ville: noun: 1.) proper name identifying a city and surrounding geographic area of North Alabama in the Tennessee River Valley; 2.) historical capital of Alabama and birthplace of the state constitution 3.) a city of birth and new beginnings; 4.) a city of nations;
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Mission: Huntsville
A City-Impact Initiative |
"O give thanks unto the LORD; call upon His Name and make known His deeds among the people!" (Ps 105:1)
Special Update:
PLEASE see this TIMELY INFORMATION regarding GDOP Huntsville and this unique opportunity for our City and Valley!
Please be aware of several of the following opportunities for prayer, support, or community involvement, and pass this information along to others who may be interested as well.
"GOD be merciful unto us, and bless us; and cause Your face to shine upon us ... that Thy way may be known upon earth, and Thy salvation among all the people!" (Ps 67:1-2)
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Global Day of Prayer (GDOP)
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Global Day of Prayer - Christians United in Prayer for the Nations!
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Africa invites the world ...
 An incredible opportunity is being presented to us (the Christian community of Greater Huntsville) in association with an international effort known as the "Global Day of Prayer" (GDOP) ...
From sunrise in the East to sunset in the West, Christians will fill stadiums across the globe for worship and prayer on Pentecost Sunday, June 4th 2006. The focus includes their cities/communities, their nation/continent, and the nations of the world. Over 200,000,000 Christians are expected to participate, including leadership from 6 continents and over 240 nations, with international broadcasts that will occur from at least one stadium from each time zone.
1.) Mobilize 10 days of 24 hour prayer leading up to Pentecost Sunday (May 25th - June 4th, 2006)
2.) Mobilize a 1 day public stadium event Pentecost Sunday (June 4th, 2006)
3.) Mobilize 90 days to bless the city - mercy and compassion ministry to areas of need (June 5th - Sept 2nd, 2006)
And this to be built on for 5-years (through 2010).
This sprang out of Africa (the "dark" continent becoming a "light" to the nations!), and in the last four years has spread to the entire continent, every nation in Africa participating, and last year leapt internationally to include the world.
Huntsville! Currently many states have GDOP events in planning. Huntsville city leaders have granted the Christian community the use of Joe Davis Stadium! Please plan to join Christians around the world - people of every nation, language, and tongue - as we come together in corporate prayer for our cities, communities, and nations from 3pm-6pm, June 4th 2006, on Pentecost Sunday - the day the church was born ... the day the Great Commission was ignited ...
| Huntsville Event Information: |
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June 4th, 2006 - Pentecost Sunday! |
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Joe Davis Stadium, Huntsville, Alabama |
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3pm-6pm |
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FREE - No tickets required (limited seating of 10,000) |
Please check www.MissionHuntsville.org/GDOP links for online flyers, invitations, areas of opportunity to volunteer, resources, and other helpful links and materials available!
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GDOP Area-Wide Governing Board: Jerry Crutcher - GHIMF Social Action Chair, Pastor Little Indian Creek PBC; Paul Lawler - GHPPS Torchbearer, Pastor Chase Valley UMC; Wendell Thompson - GHIMF Vice-Pres, Pastor Owens Chapel MBC; Terrell Harris - COGIC Superintendent, Pastor True Light COGIC; Rob Peavy - Church and Community Ministry Director, Madison Baptist Association; Robert Somerville - City-Wide Coordinator Christ Our Passover; Charlotte Wycoffe - former City-Wide Coordinator March for Jesus; Chad Rehnburg - City-Wide Youth Pastors Fellowship, Student Minister; Ben Jones - Pastor First Seventh Day Adventist Church; Thom Ewing - WAY-FM Station Manager; Tom Rains - C12 Chair
GDOP
Opening Video
The Global Day of Prayer Strategy is three-fold:
10 Days of Fervent Prayer – 1 Day of Global Prayer – 90 Days of Compassion and Outreach
10 Days of Fervent Prayer - Joining Together in One Accord!
The Global Day of Prayer will be preceded by ten days of 24 hour prayer after the example of the disciples who "continued with one accord in prayer" (Acts 1:14). During these ten days (between the ascension of Jesus and the descent of His Holy Spirit on Pentecost) believers will be joining together in prayer night and day, Friday 6 May through Pentecost Sunday, May 15, 2005.
1 Day of Global Prayer - Pentecost Sunday ... the day the church was born ... the day the Great Commission was ignited!
From sunrise in the East to sunset in the West, Christians will fill stadiums across the globe for worship and prayer on Pentecost Sunday, May 15th 2005. The focus includes their cities/communities, their nation/continent, and the nations of the world. Over 200,000,000 Christians are expected to participate, including leadership from 6 continents and over 240 nations, with international broadcasts that will occur from at least one stadium from each time zone.
90 Days of Compassion and Outreach - Blessing Our City!
The 90 days following the Global Day of Prayer will include area-wide initiatives of compassion and mercy to areas of community need. This will include four strategic city-wide initiatives in addition to many joint endeavors where multiple churches and organizations come together to focus in an area of shared burden and vision.
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| GDOP Sponsorship Opportunities - Businesses and Organizations Impacting a City! |
GDOP Sponsorship Opportunities - Businesses and Organizations Impacting a City!
Individual, business, or organizations may also help support though either charitable donations or sponsorship opportunities. Here are some ways you may help support GDOP Huntsville efforts to impact our city and community!
GDOP Huntsville financial accountability and stewardship is provided by the GDOP Area-Wide Governing Board: Jerry Crutcher - GHIMF Social Action Chair, Pastor Little Indian Creek PBC; Paul Lawler - GHPPS Torchbearer, Pastor Chase Valley UMC; Wendell Thompson - GHIMF Vice-Pres, Pastor Owens Chapel MBC; Terrell Harris - COGIC Superintendent, Pastor True Light COGIC; Rob Peavy - Church and Community Ministry Director, Madison Baptist Association; Robert Somerville - City-Wide Coordinator Christ Our Passover; Charlotte Wycoffe - former City-Wide Coordinator March for Jesus; Chad Rehnburg - City-Wide Youth Pastors Fellowship, Student Minister; Ben Jones - Pastor First Seventh Day Adventist Church; Thom Ewing - WAY-FM Station Manager; Tom Rains - C12 Chair
Mission Huntsville is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization. If you would like to make a tax-deductible charitable donation designated toward GDOP efforts you may do so through either of the options below, and giving receipts will be provided. Thank you for your help and support!
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CHARITABLE DONATIONS
2006 GDOP Huntsville - Support Cover Letter
Online Donations: Tax-deductible charitable donations may designated toward GDOP efforts through Mission Huntsville here:
ONLINE SUPPORT
ailed Donations: Tax-deductible charitable donations may be designated toward GDOP efforts through Mission Huntsville by mail by sending to Mission Huntsville P.O. Box 6693 Huntsville, AL 35824 (please write checks to Mission Huntsville, with GDOP in the memo).
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GDOP Sponsorship Opportunities are also available for GDOP efforts. Please see link below for additional information on these unique opportunities for a tremendous cause as we seek to serve and bless our cities and communities!
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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
2006 GDOP Huntsville - Support Cover Letter
Sponsor Opportunities
(click here)
Online Sponsor Payments: Online sponsorship payments designated toward GDOP efforts through Mission Huntsville are available here. For other online sponsorship forms and details see here or above link.
ONLINE SUPPORT
Mailed Sponsor Payments: Sponsorship payments designated toward GDOP efforts through Mission Huntsville may be sent by mail to Mission Huntsville P.O. Box 6693 Huntsville, AL 35824 (please write checks to Mission Huntsville, with GDOP Sponsor in the memo).
For additional information regarding sponsorship,
contact Tana Torrano at Market Vision at (256) 513-2988
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ATTENTION!!!
Greater Huntsville Singers, Choirs, and Musicians
GDOP Area-Wide Choir
Flyer
GDOP Area-Wide Choirs (Adult and Children)
A Greater Huntsville area-wide adult choir is being organized for this event under the direction of Dr. Janet Kotey (First Missionary Baptist Church) and Pastor Brian Holden ( Rock Family Worship Center). Also, a youth choir (ages 8-17), under the direction of Sonya Merritt, will be organized.
Participation of area individuals, choirs, and worship teams is greatly encouraged!
Questions? Email: smerritt@therockfwc.org or jkotey@fmbc.org
Area-Wide Choir Practices
6pm, Tuesday, May 9th
First Missionary Baptist Church,3509 Blue Springs Rd NW, Huntsville, AL - www.fmbc.org
6pm, Tuesday, May 16th
Union Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, 315 Winchester Rd NE, Huntsville, AL - www.unionchapel-hsv.org
6pm, Thursday, June 1st
Chase Valley United Methodist Church, 1635 Winchester Rd. NE
11am, Saturday, June 3rd
The Rock Family Worship Center, 2300 Memorial Parkway SW, Huntsville, AL - www.therockfwc.org
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GDOP Pastors Luncheon - Invitation to Area Pastors
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GDOP Area Pastors Luncheon
There will be a complimentary luncheon for area pastors Friday May 19th at Tai Pan Palace.
This will be both informational and also highlight potential areas of involvement or interest, and include information on the 10 days of prayer, the 1 day stadium event, and the 90 days of compassion to bless the city.
If your are an area pastor, please join us for this strategic meeting with other pastors from throughout Greater Huntsville at 11:30am Friday, May 19th, at Tai Pan Palace. PLEASE RSVP for your complimentary lunch so we can ensure necessary seating by contacting Mission Huntsville (by email rsvp@MissionHuntsville.org or phone 1-877-878-5902).
GDOP Area Pastors Luncheon
Time/Date: 11:30am, Friday May 19th, 2006
Location: Tai Pan Palace,
2012 Memorial Pkwy SW,
Huntsville, AL (at the corner of Governors and Mem Pkwy S)
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Area Missions/Compassion Ministry Leaders - Strategic Meeting and Invitation |
Area Missions/Compassion Ministry Leaders
There will be special gathering of missions/compassion leaders in the Greater Huntsville area for a strategic meeting to network relationally and consider how we may mobilize area-wide mission/compassion efforts in appropriate ways at opportune times.
The intent is to:
1.) Consider some of the efforts occurring in the community (or in consideration for the future),
2.) Consider some possibilities of joint efforts together this summer in relation to the GDOP 90 days of compassion to serve/bless the city, and
3.) Consider how we may most effectively provide a catalyst for future endeavors together (and what area resources would be helpful facilitate that).
If your are a missions pastor or involved in leadership of a compassion ministry in your congregation or this geographic area, please join us for this strategic meeting with other missions/compassion leaders in Greater Huntsville at 11:30am Tuesday, May 16th, in the First Baptist Church (600 Governor's Dr.) parlor.
Area Missions/Compassion Ministry Leaders - Strategic Meeting
Time/Date: 11:30am, Tuesday May 16th, 2006
Location: First Baptist Church (parlor)
First Baptist Church
600 Governors Dr.
Huntsville, AL
(enter east side of church at the drive through covering and follow signs in hall to parlor)
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