Wednesday August 19, 2026

Hospitalizations

Andrew Kelly - Hanover 241

Richard Mosley - UMMS 19

Sara Penton - UMMS

Priscilla Pickett - Frederick 3203

Jed Skidmore - Hershey P3219

Recovering

Henry Davis

Shirley Dell

Hazel Sprague

Ashley Vollmerhausen

Bobby Price

Pastor of the Week

Pastor Jay Sheppard

Tri-City Baptist Church

24058 Heritage Place

Port Charlotte, FL 33980

Home Folk

COD PASTOR OF THE WEEK: Pastor Todd Comstock, Sr. - Spanish Pastor

COD STAFF OF THE WEEK: Kim Howell - Graphics

CCS STAFF OF THE WEEK: Karen Parekh - K4 Preschool Teacher

MISSIONARY OF THE WEEK: Harold & Lilian Gilmer - Brazil

Praise: for the 29 children that were saved during VBS and for the 817,571 completed    

             Portuguese Bibles that were distributed this year!

  Pray: for Lilian this semester as she focuses on proofreading the books that were  

             translated and pending publication. 

SHUT-IN OF THE WEEK: Nancy Connolly 

SERVICE PERSON OF THE WEEK: Isaac Brooks - Air Force

BUS WORKER OF THE WEEK: Ralph Sweitzer - Turtle Top Driver

SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS OF THE WEEK: Andrew & Veronica Mouring -  

                                                                                                          9th/10th/11th Grades

Upcoming Surgery

Joyce Mahoney - Aug. 26

Jim Appleby - Aug. 31

Announcements

SYMPATHY: to David Hennick and his daughter Rose, at the passing of his wife and her mother, Ruth Hennick, on Saturday, August 15. A memorial service will be held here in Baker on Saturday, August 22, at 11:00 a.m.

SYMPATHY: to the family and friends of Arlene Rippeon, who passed away on Sunday, August 16. Visitation will be held tomorrow, August 20, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at Fletchers Funeral Home in Westminster. Funeral services will be held on Friday, August 21, at 11:30 a.m. at the funeral home. 

MEMORIAL SERVICE: for Ron Albin will be held here at church on Saturday, August 29, at 10:00 a.m. with a luncheon to follow.  

THANK YOU: to our church family for all the prayers, cards, messages, and phone calls. Thank you to Pastor Holbrook for the many visits. We are humbled and blessed to be a part of a praying and caring church family! The Stringhams

THANK YOU: to all who expressed sympathy in many ways to our family at the recent passing of our son-in-law. It is a blessing to be part of a caring, praying church. Paul & Karen Albaugh

SOUL-WINNER’S VISITATION DINNER: Due to CCS’s Orientation and Back-to-School Night, we will not be having a dinner on Thursday, August 20. However, the regular visitation will still occur at 6:30 p.m.

COLLEGE STUDENT OF THE WEEK: It’s time to update our College Student list for this coming school year! Forms are available at the Welcome Desk to complete for a new or returning student.

Upcoming Events

Week Month

Sunday School

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Date
Oct 11
Time
9:45 AM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
We have Sunday School for all ages and interests. Classes begin at 9:45 a.m. If you have questions, please stop by the Welcome Center or call the Church office at 410-876-3838, ext. 303.

Good Shepherd Class Events

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Date
Oct 11
Time
10:45 AM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
The Good Shepherd Class hosts various events throughout the year, during their regular Class time.

Sunday Worship

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Date
Oct 11
Time
10:45 AM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
We have two Sunday Worship Services - one at 10:45 a.m. and one at 6:00 p.m. The "message" is different for each service, and all are invited. Stop by the Welcome Center if you have questions or need assistance or call the Church office at 410) 876-3838, ext. 303.

Sunday Worship

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Date
Oct 11
Time
6:00 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
We have two Sunday Worship Services - one at 10:45 a.m. and one at 6:00 p.m. The "message" is different for each service, and all are invited. Stop by the Welcome Center if you have questions or need assistance or call the Church office at 410) 876-3838, ext. 303.

Communion

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Date
Oct 11
Time
7:30 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary

Super 60s Choir Practice

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Date
Oct 12
Time
8:30 AM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
Pastor Brian Jung leads the Super 60's Choir, which performs at special events as well as for visitation.

Royal Blue Class - Senior Adult Visitation & Soul Winning

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Date
Oct 12
Time
10:00 AM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
Join the Royal Blue Class members as we visit shut-ins and encourage those who are hurting!

Grief Share - 13-Week Seminar

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Date
Oct 13
Time
6:30 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
Join us as we navigate the challenges of overcoming loss - whether it is the loss of a job or relationship or a loved one.

Spanish Ministry Activities

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Date
Oct 14
Time
5:30 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
The Spanish Ministry at Church of the Open Door hosts activities throughout the year. All are invited!

Soul-Winner's Club Training Program - Week 7, Lesson Seven

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Date
Oct 14
Time
7:00 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
Soul-Winner's Club Training Program - Week Seven, Lesson Seven

Spanish Ministry Activities

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Date
Oct 14
Time
7:00 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
The Spanish Ministry at Church of the Open Door hosts activities throughout the year. All are invited!

Teen Impact

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Date
Oct 14
Time
7:00 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
Teens - 7th grade thru 12 grade are invited to take part in Teen Impact, which takes place every Wednesday at 7:00 p.m., in Baker Auditorium. All are welcome for a great time of worship and Bible study.

Wednesday Bible Study

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Date
Oct 14
Time
7:00 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
Church of the Open Door offers Bible Study for all ages.

College & Career Fellowship Events

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Date
Oct 16
Time
6:00 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
The College & Career Sunday School Class hosts events monthly outside of the weekly Sunday School hour (9:45 a.m.; room 101). All unmarried young adults, who have graduated high school and are aged 18-29 are invited to participate.