This document provides information about upcoming events at a church including services, ministry activities, and groups. It lists various events for different ministries in the church including youth, women's, and men's groups. It also provides details about Life Groups for adults that meet in various locations and times. The document encourages support for the church's fellowship by donating supplies and announces a Christmas musical needing volunteers. It closes by sharing the verse of the month.
The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
We all have good and bad thoughts from time to time and situation to situation. We are bombarded daily with spiraling thoughts(both negative and positive) creating all-consuming feel , making us difficult to manage with associated suffering. Good thoughts are like our Mob Signal (Positive thought) amidst noise(negative thought) in the atmosphere. Negative thoughts like noise outweigh positive thoughts. These thoughts often create unwanted confusion, trouble, stress and frustration in our mind as well as chaos in our physical world. Negative thoughts are also known as “distorted thinking”.
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What is the purpose of the Sabbath Law in the Torah. It is interesting to compare how the context of the law shifts from Exodus to Deuteronomy. Who gets to rest, and why?
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2. Upcoming Events
Sunday 10/7– 6 pm – Baptism & Communion
Service
Friday – Women’s Ministry & Movie Night, 5 pm
Saturday– Membership Seminar, 9 am – 5 pm
Next Sunday – “Persecuted Church Sunday”
Special Speaker Missionary Andrew Burkinshaw
November 21 – Harvest Dinner
3. Please help us meet the needs
for our fellowship time.
We need cups/lids, napkins, small plates, plastic
silverware, dish soap, paper towels, etc. Please
bring them directly to the church kitchen on
Sunday mornings & let the Secretary know.
Thanks for helping!!
Fellowship Time
NEED!
4. GARRA (Youth Ministry)
Today – Teen Bible Fellowship, 11 am across the field
(downstairs)
5 pm – “New Beginnings Party”
6 pm – NO “Growth Groups”
Thurs. – Sat. -- Growing Leaders Conference
at Baptist Bible College
Nov. 19 & 20 – Word of Life Superbowl all-nighter
Still have 8 openings. Need $41 ASAP
5. Men’s Ministry
•
Gathering at the Gate breakfast on the last
Saturday of each month @ 8 am –
We need someone to head up this breakfast.
Please see Steve Marshall if interested
6. Christmas Musicale
•
Choir Practice– Today @ 4:30 pm(childcare
provided if needed)
•
Singers, grades 8 - adult welcome
Also needed: Childcare workers during
rehearsals & performances
Videographers (for welcome video)
7. NEW! Adult Bible Fellowships @ 11 am
Ruth & Esther – with Dawn Harding
in Room 1 for Ladies Only
Relationship Across the Ages – with Wayne Miller in Room 8 for men
and ladies
Choices that make a difference – with Kathy Miller
in Room 9 for Ladies Only
8. R12 LIFE Groups
Sunday, 9:15 am – with Tim & Sandy Smith
Meeting at church offices
Monday, 6:30 pm – with Brian & Dusti Pfleuger
Meeting at Tim Gordon’s home in Marathon
Monday, 7 pm – with Nick & Susan Shilliff
For those in Cortland area
Tuesday, 7 pm – with Russ & Shirley Warner
For those in Marathon area
Tuesday, 7 pm – with Steve & Brenda Tryon
Meeting at home of Steve & Brenda Tryon
9. R12 LIFE Groups (Cont’d)
Wednesday, 7 pm – with Pastor Matt & Cathy
Meeting at their home
Thursday, 7 pm – with Phil & Deb Youmans
For those in Cortland area
Friday, 6:30 pm – with John & Margie Sargent
Meeting at their home
Friday, 7 pm – Young Adult Group with Tim Gordon
Meeting at church offices
10. Special Prayer LIFE Group
Tuesday’s
Meeting at John & Margie Sargent’s home
6:45 pm
Then if my people who are called by my name will humble
themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their
wicked ways, I will hear from heaven and will forgive their
sins and restore their land.
~ 2 Chronicles 7:14
11. LIFE Groups
College & Career –Thursdays
7 pm at the Heath’s Home
2094 Maxfield Road
Cortland, NY 13045
Interested in helping at an all-nighter?
Word of Life needs your help Nov. 19 in Binghamton!
SUNY Cortland Gospel Choir – TODAY
4 PM - Old Main Brown Bldg. SUNY Cortland Campus
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