January 11, 2011

Dear friends at CBC,

This Sunday we will continue our series ‘Together’ by looking at ‘together we receive’, as we prepare for our church wide time of seeking God on January 20 & 21. Byron, who just had a cochlear implant activated for his ear, has given me permission to share this email he sent me earlier this week:

I had an absolutely awesome time at church yesterday. From the time I walked into church, I was able to carry on conversations with several people. The most exciting part came during worship. For the first time, I could hear the harmonious voices of our church family. Thought I was in the midst of a choir. I could hear all 3 instruments, your guitar was awesome, and Kari on the tambourine, I could hear it like never before. I was in tears, and it was an absolutely life altering worship experience for me. Your sermon, I usually get about 35%. Yesterday, I heard and understood every word. It blew me away. I so much appreciate all the support and encouragement from everyone. Life can only get sweeter. I know I have been given an awesome gift, and I am forever grateful to my Loving God for His graciousness. It is truly Amazing Grace.

May we continue to receive together this coming Sunday. Thanking God for His Goodness,

Marco

‘Together’ - Time of seeking God as a church body.
Friday, January 20 from 6.30 – 8.30 p.m.
Saturday, January 21 from 10.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m.
In order to light the schedule load for everybody, we will only have prayer (no Bible Study) on Wednesday nights Jan 18 and 25. There will also be no Sunday School or Small Group on Sunday January 22nd.
We encourage you to fast for this time on Friday, by choosing your own form of fasting. A sandwich lunch will be provided on Saturday.

Alpha Course to start Feb 8th
The Alpha Course is scheduled to start Wednesday, February 8th. Look for invitations to hand out to be available this Sunday.
A special offering will be held on Sunday, January 29 to help cover the cost of meals. It is our goal to raise between $1,000 and 1,500.

Report Annual Meeting January 8.
Donna Masson shared our financial report. Gwen Slater gave an update on missions. Al Gainer was voted in as elder. Bud & Donna Masson and Bill Bratberg were voted in as deacons. Mark Carr was thanked for his years serving as elder and deacon. Details on the upcoming ‘Together’ prayer summit were given and a discussion was held on how to invite folks for the Alpha Course.

Prayer & Praise Requests:
Wanda Pruett – recovery hip surgery. Wanda would enjoy some in home care, relieving Gary from his ‘duties’ over the next several weeks. Call the family at 701-0345 or 366-1677 to see what you can do.
Randy & Etta Bose – family situation
Paul & Sharon Koenig – comfort for the family after Paul lost two sisters.
Evie – new medication
Lewis Wimberly, Norm Smith.
Praise: Dick had good results from his artery test
Praise: Gwen had good result from her thyroid test

Calendar

Wednesday, January 11
5.30 pm Scripture Memorization
6.30-7.30 pm Prayer & Bible Study

Thursday, January 12
6.30-7.00 a.m. Prayer with Allyson at Library Farm. Middle School
8.15 a.m. Moms in Touch prayer at Farmington Skate Park

Friday, January 13
1.00 p.m. Bible Study at St. Francois Manor

Saturday, January 14
Man UP events: 8 am: Men Bible Study at Parkland Chapel and 6 pm: Family Night of Worship at the Bridge

Sunday, January 15
10.00 Sunday School - Ephesians
11.00 Service – Series: “Together”

Wednesday, January 18
6.30 – 7.00 p.m. Prayer

Friday, January 20 and Saturday January 21
‘Together’ - Time of seeking God as a church body – at CBC.
Friday: 6.30 – 8.30 pm
Saturday: 10 am – 4 pm

Sunday, January 22
No Sunday School or Small Group
Service at 11.00 a.m.

Wednesday, February 8th
Start Alpha Course – 6 p.m.