God & Country
The purpose of God and Country ministry is being involved with issues that concern families and individuals. Because the culture war that has engulfed our society makes claims on every area of life, we must set priorities thoughtfully, to determine how best to fulfill our calling from a Biblical perspective. Our guiding principles come from Romans 13:1-7 and 1 Peter 2:13-14.
Dear God and Country Ministry and Friends,
This week end, Concerned Women for America is among a collection of conservative groups that has joined forces to support www.WeReadTheConstitution.com. This weekend we celebrate the 224th anniversary of the signing of our U.S. Constitution. I am sending along a letter from Penny Nance, CWA, which explains several issues. This will take you to the websites. You need to click on the link, Are You Ready for internet XXXtortion?
We are all very concerned about our beloved America. But, we as followers of Jesus Christ know the POWER of PRAYER. We cannot underestimate the power of intercessory prayer, offered humbly, yet desperately! This weekend, start praying daily–for our national leaders…those that God lays on your heart.
Tuesday, September 20th, 9 to 10:15 A.M., we begin Prayer for the Nation, and Prayer for deployed military troops, at our home, Bob and Norma Seifert, 950 Fair Oaks Drive, Collierville, 901-854-9021. This prayer time is set for each Third Tuesday. I know there are many conflicts….work, children, meetings. That is the beauty of the internet…prayers, and helps for praying with definite goals in mind. We need names of military, their branch of service, and how they are related or how you might know them. Thanks!! (Norma Seifert, Billie Cash, and Brenda Hardgrave).
I have taken some thoughts from the Vantage Point Devotional which I send each day. Dwight L. Moody put it this way…”Moses spent his first forty years thinking he was somebody. He spent his second forty years learning he was a nobody. He spent his third forty years discovering what God can do with a nobody”. The Lord used the “nobody” Moses in amazing ways. And one of the things Moses did quite often in those last forty years was pray!! Moses transformed the Israelites by faithfully and determinedly exhorting them to not forget the Lord their God and then interceding to Him on their behalf, asking for their forgiveness and restoration.
May your Constitution experience be blessed!
Norma
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activities
February “Weapons of Righteousness” Prayer Calendar
This calendar is for praying for the deployed military of Central Church, and any deployed military person. We would appreciate the names of those whom you know about. If you cannot open the attachment, please notify me: NormaSeif@aol.com Please send complete names, and where they are serving. We use only first names in the calendar.
PRAYER FOR THE NATION and Deployed Military
Third Tuesday of each month
February 21st
9:30 to 10:45 A.M.
Prayer for our City and Nation
- Meet at Christ United Methodist Church, Wilson Chapel to pray for our leaders and government. 4th Wednesday of each month, 11:30-12:30.
- The National Day of Prayer – First Thursday of each May.
Romans 13: 1-7; I Peter 2: 13-14
Vote in all elections!
Statistics show that there was a 30 percent decrease in Christian voter turnout in the 2006 voting efforts. The result has been clearly visible in the philosophy of those elected to office. Responsible citizens must vote from an informed point of view! Seek out news concering our governments – Listen to radio: WMSB 88.9; WREC 600 AM; K-LOVE 94.9; 94.7. Research current issues in culture and politics using the websites in this extensive listing
THEN VOTE! IF POSSIBLE, ALSO CALL, WRITE, E-MAIL REPRESENTATIVES CONCERNING BILLS WHICH EFFECT OUR NATION, FAMILIES, CHURCHES, INDIVIDUAL FREEDOMS! (See listing in right column to find telephone and e-mail addresses of elected officials)
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Norma Seifert, Chair. Email Norma. |
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Billie Cash, Co-Chair. Email Billie. |
helpful links
Elected Official and Voter Information Websites
Shelby County Election Commission - register to vote, get an absentee ballot, find your precinct, more…
Directory of Governors, Senators, and Representatives - find out about elected officials of Tennessee and other states.
Tennessee General Assembly Website - follow our state legislature.
Tennessee Court System - learn about our state’s courts and judges
United States Supreme Court -follow cases being argued before the Supreme Court and read majority and minority opinions.
Contacting the White House -addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail links for expressing your opinion to the White House, as well as to other agencies in the Executive Branch.
United States Senate - follow legislation and other proceedings in the United States Congress
United States House of Representatives
Guidance on how to write a letter to Congress
How to contact your elected officials by mail, phone or e-mail
Tennessee state government information
Shelby County government information
Dear Friend, This weekend we celebrate the 224th anniversary of the signing of our U.S. Constitution. On this day, Constitution Day, citizens are encouraged to read the U.S. Constitution and participate in events and activities that honor our nation’s guiding document. Concerned Women for America is among a collection of conservative groups that have joined forces to support www.WeReadTheConstitution.com. I hope you will take some time as a family to renew your familiarity with, and appreciation for, the guidelines our founding fathers debated and prayed over 224 years ago. Below you will find web-based audio and video from our Multimedia page, along with our latest print resources. We hope you will find this an easy way to stay in touch with all that’s happening at CWA. Multimedia: Celebrate Our Constitution’s 224th Anniversary
This Saturday, September 17th, marks the 224th anniversary of the signing of U.S. Constitution. While a mere 10% of public schools observe the day, home school and Christian school students will be joining Americans from across the age and religious spectrum to read our nation’s guiding document. William Estrada, Esq., Director of Generation Joshua for the Home School Legal Defense Association, tells about the events planned at Patrick Henry College, and how you can find similar events in your area honoring the Constitution by going to www.wereadtheconstitution.com. An Update on Ohio’s Heartbeat Bill: The Ohio State legislative session is about to start and pro-lifers will be kicking it off with a rally in the State House Atrium in support of The Heartbeat Bill. Bobbi Radeck, CWA of Ohio State Director, has this update on a piece of groundbreaking pro-life legislation and the upcoming rally. Passion to Action: Every believer has a mission given to them by God. But for many, discovering that passion and taking the step of faith to make it a reality can be difficult. Passion to Action is the story of Josh and Beth Loecken and their four children who took a family missions trip to Africa and came away with the united passion of traveling the country and ministering to the underprivileged. Josh and Beth share their story, and how they ended up founding the ministry Passion to Action, which not only reaches out to those in need, but to other believers searching for their own life passion. Budget Woes Set to Drag On: With key budget deadlines set for Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve, the high drama of budget cut debates, impasses, back room deals, and continuing resolutions are on the Congressional calendar from now right up to the holidays. Shari Rendall, CWA’s Director of Legislation and Public Policy, warns listeners about the difficulties ahead and how they can stay informed and still make their voices heard during one of the busiest seasons of the year. News Flashes· Are You Ready for Internet XXXtortion?· Social Issues Are Not Going Away in 2012· Your Shoes Make the Difference!
· 2011 Constitution Day: Protests, Pickets and Pyromaniacs?
Sincerely,
Penny Nance
Chief Executive Officer
