Easter Egg Hunt

Julia — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 20:29:28 +0000

It’s that time of year again, Hop Hop Hop! The flowers are in bloom and the eggs are spread about just waiting to be plucked up by dear sweet little children’s hands. If only though the eggs could stuff themselves with candy and then scatter about on the lawn. However fortunately for us they don’t and we’re provided with another small way we can bless our community. We are collecting candy for this years Easter Egg Hunt, please bring your individually wrapped candy and place it in the collection box in the Foyer. If you’re looking for a way to save on this years Easter Candy costs, contact Julia Wessels for a list of the best sales and coupons (while they last). If you’d like to you can print your own coupons and head on out today. Just another way we can serve YOU!

Seek. Serve. Save.

admin — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 05:34:22 +0000

Always looking for someone to serve in the name of Christ.

Missions

admin — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 07:30:17 +0000

Nazarene Compassionate Ministries

Myanmar Aid – We give praise that Nazarene Compassionate Ministries (NCM) is working with local Nazarenes to give assistance to victims of Cyclone Nargis . Please continue to pray for the people of Myanmar and for NCM personnel as they work to bring hope and comfort to the hurting.

Transformation of Asia-Pacific Youth and Children – Pray for the Holy Spirit’s transforming power in the youth and children of the Asia-Pacific Region. Pray that they stand firm and embrace Christ while surrounded by pressure to conform to worldly life.

The Center of Hope – The Center of Hope in Bhekulwandle, South Africa, focuses on helping those suffering from extreme poverty and AIDS. Pray for the Nazarene Compassionate Ministries staff who administer this center and for each person who walks through its doors.

CIS Church Development – Please pray for church development and ways to minister to people living in former communist nations. Pray they will be effective in what ever way the Lord leads, so more churches are established and more people come to the Lord.

Manna Ministry

admin — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 07:29:21 +0000

Every Saturday from 10:30am to 12:30pm we provide food to our community through a food distribution program.

If you, or someone you know is in need of food, please spread the word! We’d love to help those in our community.

This is a wonderful way for families and individuals to work together to help those in need. If you’re interested in getting involved in this ministry, please contact the Church Office.

Small Groups

admin — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 07:27:40 +0000

SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES

9:30am to 10:45am

Walking through the Word: Room 2103 Teacher: Sandra Navarro/Matt Fitzgerald
The study in this mixed age group class is an Old Testament Bible study.

Continuing in the Faith: Room 2102Teacher: Phil and Kathy Hendrickson
A mixed age group of adults with a focus in this class on sharing and praying with one another. Our current Bible study is from the Book of Acts.

Young Adults Group: Church Office Teacher: Jeff Tollefson; 20 somethings making connections with contemorary thought and ancient truth

Beginnings: Pastor’s Office-introduction to the Bible and Christian thought for those who are new to the faith

Ambassadors: Room 3107 Teacher: Gene Nossa
Group of senior adults who enjoy their fellowship time at the beginning of their class followed by an in-depth Bible study.

WEEKLY SMALL GROUPS

Second Time Around
Grandparents Support Group: Room 2103
6:30PM on Wed

Men’s Bible Study: Thursday Evenings
Roy Lewis’ Home at 6:30pm
Leader: Bill Stewart

Women on Fire: Room 2103
First Sunday of the month at 12:30PM
Leaders: Julie Kishore & Sandra Navarro
This is a group of women who are committed to prayer and sharing with each other. They meet on Sunday afternoons once a month and share a potluck lunch during their time together.

Care Ministry – Welcoming our Guests

admin — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 07:22:08 +0000

Care Ministry Meetings: Every 4th Sunday of the month, 12:30pm in Room 2105.

Wouldn’t it be great if all first time guest knew immediately that they were genuinely welcome at Christ Community? Wouldn’t it be wonderful if they could feel linked to a group of people who truly care about them, regardless of their background? Imagine how cool it would be if all newcomers discovered here, the kind of relationships that helped them find answers to their deepest needs!

You can be a vital link!

Mrs. Mary Lou Schreffler (Pastor Victor’s mother) lead us in developing this awesome caring ministry – not a program but a process – here at Christ Community.

Mary Lou became involved in this outreach in 1999 when it was first introduced at Atlanta First (now Gracepointe) Church of the Nazarene in Atlanta, Georgia. After serving for several years as a team leader, she became coordinator of the overall ministry.

It remains to this day the single most effective approach for bringing first time guests (new visitors) back again and again. Mary Lou trained us to truly welcome newcomers, and to appreciate our “regulars” as well.

We learned how to:

Recognize first time guests and approach them in the confidence of caring.
Encourage and nurture them.
Lead them to recognize our church as an accepting place to experience grace.
Help them find places of productive and fulfilling service.
Grow Christ Community because we are meeting needs.

You can serve effectively as a Care Ministry member if you have the desire to do so.

For more information, see Sue McClure or Kandis Stewart, or complete a sign-up form at the registration table.

Prayer Opportunities

admin — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 07:19:42 +0000

ACTS Prayer Time
Wednesdays @ 6:30 pm in Bldg 2000 (chapel)

Weekly Prayer for our unsaved friends
Fridays @ noon in the Prayer Room 2106 A (office)

Men’s Prayer
Sundays @ 7:30 AM Bldg. 3000 (Sanctuary)

Leader Prayer Time
Sundays @ 9:00am in Bldg 3000 (Prayer Room)