CORNERSTONE S CHALLENGE

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1 Vol XXXVIII Number 4 April 2018 Our Staff Tim Hughes, Senior Minister Tim@CornerstoneRock.org Matt Crossman, Youth Minister Matt@CornerstoneRock.org Collin Moneymaker, Worship Arts Minister Collin@CornerstoneRock.org Ben Radant, Children s Minister Ben@CornerstoneRock.org Larry Vinson, Connections Minister Larry@CornerstoneRock.org Paula Rader, Administrative Assistant Paula@CornerstoneRock.org Elders Walt Brown - Chairman Tom Dillow Vice Chairman Bill Estes Secretary David Kish Fred Means Darren Steele Ministry Team Leaders Questions Info@CornerstoneRock.org Benevolence David Berryman Communion/Baptism Carolyn Fullen Fellowship Missy Harlan Food Pantry Kelly Odom Greeters Tim & Jasmine Martin Missions Tom & Marilyn Tiearney Property Justin Angrick CORNERSTONE S CHALLENGE FOR THE FUTURE Cornerstone has been blessed by God over the years and we are faithfully passing that blessing on to our community and to the world in a myriad of ways. We are Following Jesus and Showing Others the Way. This has brought glory to our Savior and expanded the family of God. Through recent years we have seen needs arise as society and families have changed. Cornerstone s leadership has studied how to respond to those needs. As a result, the Elders and Staff are inviting the members and friends of Cornerstone to attend one of the informational meetings listed below. The meetings will last approximately one hour. These Cornerstone Community Meetings will be held as follows: April 4 at 10 am at Cornerstone (childcare available) April 6 at 7 pm Darren and Sasse Steele s 7940 Walker Cup Dr, Brownsburg April 8 at 11:45 am Cornerstone, following the second service (childcare available) April 11 at 7 pm Bob and Treva Leonard s 8822 Waterside Dr, Indianapolis Thes meetings are identical. Refreshments will be served. Please contact Paula Rader in the church office (Paula@CornerstoneRock.org) ( ) to sign up to attend a meeting, so we know how many to expect. You may also sign up on the Sunday Program tear-off. The Rock / April 2018 Page 1 check for updates... CornerstoneRock.org

2 Measuring Our Faithfulness: February 2018 General Rec d $70, Goal $71, Year to Date Rec d $136, Goal $143, Average Weekly Attendance Worship 353 Sunday School 175 Food Pantry Served Families Served = 95 Adults = 201 Children = 101 Bags given = 374 New Clients = 3 Eggs = 142 doz Meat = 610 lbs OUT OF MY MIND Tim Hughes, Senior Minister Earlier today I was reading an article about how church buildings have changed in recent times and the article was focused on the last 20 years. I thought, The last 20 years-- that hasn t been a very long period of time. How can church buildings have changed very much in 20 years? Then I began to think about how life has changed for children and their church attendance. No one used to think very much about security and children in the church building. No one used to think about someone wanting to harm children. We do now. With the breakup of families in America, children who used to attend the same church almost every Sunday, now they may attend only every other Sunday, if at all. People have changed, families have changed, and churches are changing. Years ago the emphasis was on the auditorium and the classrooms. The emphasis is still on the auditorium and classrooms but now the lobby is a much bigger factor in church life. People use the lobby space to socialize in between services a great deal more than in years past. Impromptu committee meetings, planning for home groups, and service projects are organized in the lobby. With our busy schedules we may not have time to fellowship with people during the work week but Sunday morning time with church family meets an important relational need. There are some things that must always stay the same in the Church of Jesus Christ. The gospel must always be preached and taught because the gospel is truth for all people and times. Jesus must be lifted up because He is the Way, the Truth and the Life and there is no way to the Father except through Him. The Bible must always be our standard for life and practice. Our Lord Jesus gives us a lot of freedom for how we make disciples and how we implement what he has taught us in His Word. There is no prescribed building plan for churches for all time. Anything from a grass hut or the shade of a tree to a massive cathedral can be used. However, if we want to reach people in the very best way in changing times we have to respond with the appropriate tools to communicate God s truth. Paul s words come to mind from 1 Corinthians 9:22 I have become all things to all people so that by all possible means I might save some. The Rock (USPS #016052) is a non-profit publication published monthly at Cornerstone Christian Church, 8930 N SR 267, Brownsburg, IN Periodical postage paid at Brownsburg, IN POSTMASTER please send address changes to: The Rock Cornerstone Christian Church 8930 N State Road 267 Brownsburg, IN Offices Fax Celebration Services 9:00 & 10:30 Fellowship / Refreshments 10:00-10:30 Sunday School 9:00 & 10:30 The Rock / April 2018 Page 2 check for updates... CornerstoneRock.org

3 Worship Arts Ministry Collin Moneymaker Every Sunday evening the youth of Cornerstone gather together for their own time of worship, learning, and fun. Alongside a message that is geared toward their phase in life, our youth also join in worship each week with our youth praise team. On Sunday, April 29 we have a special event for you, the congregation. We hope you ll join us at 6 pm for Youth Worship Night, a chance for you to experience what happens on Sundays nights when our youth gather together. Youth Ministry Matt Crossman Cornerstone Student Ministries... Not just for teens... Youth Group April 8, 15, 22, 29, 6-8pm This month in Youth Group we are going to be talking about why and how you should share your faith. It doesn t have to be a scary or awkward thing. So come join us as we learn about Evangelism. Guy s Night vs. Girl s Night, April 21, 5-10pm Are guys better than girls? Are girls better than guys? No we are all equally valuable under God, but it s fun to compete. So we will have a night of crazy competition between the sexes. To find out what we are doing you ll have to come and join us. However, we will be dropping hints the closer we get to the night. Cost is $20 per person and dinner will also be involved. Registration is due by April 17. To register simply sign up on the church website. Graduation Sunday May 6 9 & 10:30 am Services Every year we like to honor our graduates. If you are graduating this year, please participate by filling out the graduation form (online, or at the church) and turning it in by April 30. Also, we will have a lunch following the service and we d love for you to join. Details are in the graduation form. A Big Luigi s Thank you! Hey Cornerstone! You guys rock! Luigi s 2018 was a complete success. We served 569 people and at the time of this writing we have made $12,300.00! I d just like to say thank you to all of the students who worked so hard, all the parents and volunteers who worked in the back to make the food, and to all of Cornerstone by attending, advertising, and inviting friends, family, neighbors, coworkers, and people you met on the street. It was a wonderful night and we appreciate everyone s support. Also, due to your generosity every student going on a trip will only have to pay the deposit. Everything else is covered by Luigi s. I can t say it enough, but thank you to everyone. Children s Ministry Ben Radant Family Easter Event - Saturday, March 31 We will meet at 4 pm in the multipurpose room for an Easter experience for your entire family. We invite you to walk through the events of the Passion week as you put together your Resurrection Egg kits. Don t forget to invite your friends and neighbors. Hope to see you there! Upward Soccer The Upward Soccer program at Cornerstone Christian Church aims on providing the families in this area with a family friendly soccer experience. We want to teach God s values along with the game of soccer. The league ranges from 4 years old to 6th grade. All practices are on Monday nights from 6-7 and all games are on Saturday mornings at 9 or 10. Feel free to contact us ( ) or visit our website CornerstoneRock.org or ben@cornerstonerock.org. 5/14 Early Registration Begins 6/14 Registration & Evaluation 6/16 Registration & Evaluation 6/20 Registration Deadline Vacation Bible School Shipwrecked On June 3-7 we will have our Shipwrecked VBS. We will see that we are Rescued By Jesus as we worship, learn and have fun together. We will meet from 6:30 to 8:45 pm. More information about VBS will be available on our website soon! Be sure to save the date. Invite your neighbors and those who need to know the fantastic news of Jesus! The Rock / April 2018 Page 3 check for updates... CornerstoneRock.org

4 ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES nd Quarter, April June Combined Sunday School 4/1 Join us for a continental breakfast, a lesson, and great fellowship, as we kick off a new Sunday School Quarter in the multipurpose room. Classes Begin at 9:00 am DEAD THEOLOGIAN SOCIETY ORIGINS OF CHRISTIAN PHILOSOPHY Part 1 If you ever had to explain to someone (or yourself) how you could believe in the existence of God, or what God is like, or why do bad things happen to good people, you have used the thoughts and logic of medieval Christian philosophers. In part 1 of a two part series, we will explore the origins of many of the our present day explanations for such questions. In this quarter we will begin our discussions with the positions of St. Augustine, one of the most influential philosophers of Christendom and end with Peter Abelard, one of the bad boys of our faith. FAITH BUILDERS SPITITUAL DISCIPLINES A guide to a deeper relationship with God Like athletes training to maximize their physical abilities for competition, spiritual disciplines are exercises to help give Christians the strength to meet the challenges of life. The spiritual disciplines turn our hearts toward God and provide ways for God to deepen our relationship with Him. Join us this quarter as we learn more about using prayer, worship, stewardship, rest, and other tools to tap into the joy, peace, and strength that only God can provide. Classes Begin at 10:30 am HALAS SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES OF JESUS Not only did Jesus teach on spiritual disciplines, He lived then out as well. Join us as we learn from Jesus about the importance of spiritual disciplines and how we should practice them in our own lives. JOIN US STARTING APRIL 1! 9:00 am Dead Theologian Society (Room 212) Origins of Christian Philosophy Faith Builders (Room 214) Spiritual Disciplines 10:30 am Halas (Room 105) Spiritual Disciplines of Jesus Sonrise (Room 214) The Book of James SONRISE THE BOOK OF JAMES James says, It is not enough to talk the Christian faith; we must live it (James 2:14). Genuine faith inevitably produces good deeds. This quarter, Sonrise Class will examine James letter to first century Jewish Christians with its practical advice on living the Christian life. The Rock / April 2018 Page 4 check for updates... CornerstoneRock.org

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6 Connections Ministry Over My Head and Under My Heart: Fasting Since the beginning of the year we have been focusing on different spiritual disciplines so we can deepen our relationship to Christ. Thus far, we have talked about Studying God s Word and Prayer today we talk about a discipline that is not usually practiced within the lives of many Christians, but is crucial to the development of our faith. Do you fast or have you ever fasted? In case you don t know what that is, fasting is when we abstain from something for a period of time in order to fully concentrate on prayer. We usually think of staying away from food, and that is the normal way to fast; but in today s culture there are many different items that we can abstain from. If you are a coffee connoisseur like I am, try fasting from that and every time you would normally drink coffee, spend that time in prayer. Other suggestions, if Larry Vinson food doesn t work as an option, are tv, video games, social media, etc. So when should we fast? When we take a look at the Bible and the examples of fasting (David fasting to save his child for example) we see that fasting is a discipline used when we need to come to God for life-changing decisions. Thinking about a change of career? Fast about your options and seek God s desire for your life. Going through a difficult time and need God s encouragement more than ever? Fast and ask God to help you overcome this situation. As you experience God in your daily prayer life, you will know when He is calling you to fasting. Pay attention to the Spirit s leading to fast and carve out the time when He calls. As always, remember that we are all in this together! If you want to study this more, larry@cornerstonerock.org and I will send you a Bible Study on the topic. PO Box 92 Danville, IN FAX: ShelteringWings.org Sheltering Wings has been able to serve an amazingly large number of women and children, because of the generosity of our community and churches. For example, our pantry shelves are rarely empty, because when we announce that we have needs, the community responds with donations. Our greatest need at this time is for financial support. Thanks for your support! Immediate Needs New twin size comforters, sheet sets, towels and pillows Manila envelopes and two pocket folders Paper towel/toilet paper HE laundry detergent Hair and skin care products for African American women (leave in conditioner, hair glosser, hair butter, curling jelly, oil moisturizers, coconut oil, Vaseline and very small rubber bands) Reams of copy paper 55 (or larger) trash bags Windex, spray cleaners, toilet bowl cleaner, Fabuloso Food Items: Lunch meat Beef, chicken, pork, canned tuna Cheese (sliced and shredded) Fresh fruit Individual wrapped snack items (chips, crackers, granola bars, fruit cups, yogurt, smoothies, breakfast bars) Nuts Spaghetti sauce, Mac and cheese, Ravioli Milk Salad (Large/Bulk sizes) and veggies CLOTHING DONATIONS Please bring donated clothing to the home of Sabrina Gossett, 1258 Spring Lake Dr, Brownsburg. Leave donations on the front porch, and please do not ring the doorbell. Donation vouchers are given to families to spend at Goodwill. USED TECHNOLOGY Computers may be donated to PC-Com in Avon, who will provide gift cards to Sheltering Wings in exchange for the donations. Used cell phones, no cords, and ink cartridges are accepted at the Shelter. AMAZON SMILE Amazon donates 0.5 percent of the price of your eligible Amazon Smile purchases to the charitable organization of your choice. Amazon Smile has the same products, same prices, same Amazon Prime benefits. BE A MONTHLY SPONSOR! Our greatest need at this time is for long term financial investments. If you or someone you know would like to help Sheltering Wings by sponsoring an ongoing financial need (such as our phone bill, landscaping, copier support, etc.). Your business can send financial support straight to the utility to provide a credit to our bill or you can designate with us what bill your donation should go towards. Current Monthly Sponsorship Opportunities: Contact Amy O Hearn or aohearn@shelteringwings.org for additional information. The Rock / April 2018 Page 6 check for updates... CornerstoneRock.org

7 Community Life Spring Marriage Retreat hosted by Rapha Marriage Ministries on April This is a power-packed 24 hours, designed to strengthen healthy marriages and also to begin the healing process for those who are hurting. The setting is the cozy Canyon Inn at McCormick s Creek State Park in Spencer, IN. Total cost per couple is $175, which includes your room in the Inn; all meals on Saturday; curriculum; and surprises! Scholarship help is available, if needed. Register online: rapharestoration.org or call Order a Spring Flower Flowers will be made available and used to decorate the Worship Center for Easter Sunday. Please use the envelopes provided in the lobby to place your order and return the envelope in the Sunday offering or bring to the church office by March 25. Family Promise Please mark your calendar for the upcoming weeks: June 24-July 1; October 7-14; December Sign-up on the tear-off. Service Project Days April 28, May 5, 12, 19 Volunteers are needed to prepare the grounds for the campers. Invite your Home Group or Sunday School class for a project. Volunteers start at 8:30 am and lunch will be provided. Contact the camp to schedule your time to serve ( ) or (debby@campallendale.org). Capital District Christian Men s Fellowship (CDCMF) Dinner is served from 6-7 pm, program following. Sign up today. 4/16 Hosting: Chapel Rock Speaker: Jeff Coon, FAME. 5/21 Hosting: Camp Allendale Camp Kick-Off Night, invite the ladies too. Church Adult Ministry Fellowship Please sign up in the lobby or tear-off. 4/19...Indianapolis Museum of Art 5/17...The Shrine of Christ s Passion The Food Pantry Shelves Always Need Extra Items WEEKLY! You could help by bringing... Needed Monthly... Gift Cards New or Used Paper Bags Applesauce Baked Beans Beef Stew Breakfast Cereal Chicken Breast (canned) Chicken Noodle Soup Corn Corn Muffin Mix Crackers, Saltine Diabetic Foods low sodium veggies & soups fruit in own juice bread (sliced wheat low sugar) Diapers (size 1-6) Diapers (adult small) Drink Mix or Juice Drinks Ensure Fruit Fruit Cocktail Green Beans Healthy Snacks individually wrapped Jelly Laundry Detergent Mac/Cheese Meat, canned Noodles Noodle Mix Dinner Oatmeal Pancake Mix Paper Towels Pasta Peaches, canned Peanut Butter Peas, canned Pineapple, canned Ramen Noodles Rice Mix Dinner Skillet Dinners (boxed) Sloppy Joe Mix Soups Spaghetti O s Spaghetti Sauce Syrup Taco Mixes/Kits Toilet Paper (4 roll pkg) Toiletries (Soap, Shampoo, Conditioner, Toothpaste, Deodorant) Tomato Soup Tuna Vegetable Beef Soup Vegetables, Assorted Make it easy to stock the shelves bring a case of any one item Donations for the Pantry Checks made payable to Cornerstone Christian Church; memo: pantry The Rock / April 2018 Page 7 check for updates... CornerstoneRock.org

8 POSTMASTER please send address changes to: The Rock Cornerstone Christian Church 8930 N State Road 267 Brownsburg, IN office fax CornerstoneRock.org Periodical # Non Profit Postage Paid at Brownsburg, IN I.D.E.S. Food Packing Event (International Disaster Emergency Service) April 28, 2018 On Saturday, April 28 from 8:30 am to noon, Cornerstone will again host a food packing event with IDES in the multipurpose room. We will be packing 30,000 meals in 2 hours. We plan on two shifts of one and a quarter hour each. Anyone age 5 and up can participate (5-9 year olds need an adult with them one for one). Sign up on the Sunday Program tear-off. The absolute last day to sign up will be Sunday, April 22. We need people in the following roles. Setup & Ingredient Supply Arrive at 8:30 am to configure the multipurpose room for ten lines of food packing + boxing areas. During the packing, supply the lines with ingredients as needed (heavy lifting required). Reconfigure after the completion of the event. Line leaders Each of the ten lines has a line leader responsible for output for the whole morning, and training of the packers on their line. Line leader training will start at 9:30 am. Food Packers We need ten people per line per shift (a total of 200 people). The shifts run from 9:45 11:00 am and 10:45 12 pm. The first 15 minutes of each shift is for training. Boxers/loaders Unload the IDES truck starting at 8 am. During the packing, box up the finished bags of food and load them on to the truck (heavy lifting required). Child care Needed for children 0-4 years old while their parents participate in the event. The Rock / April 2018 Page 8 check for updates... CornerstoneRock.org