Christ Press. April Newsletter. Christ Presbyterian Church Flower Mound, Texas. Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,

Size: px

Start display at page:

Download "Christ Press. April Newsletter. Christ Presbyterian Church Flower Mound, Texas. Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,"

Aleesha Ferguson
5 years ago
Views:

1 Christ Press Newsletter Christ Presbyterian Church Flower Mound, Texas April 2016 Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, The events of the last few weeks remind us that evil exists in this world, whether the evil and suffering has its origin in the human heart or in the natural processes of cause and effect in a fallen world. The bombings in Brussels and in Paris, the mass shootings in Tunisia, Nigeria and Kenya, and so many shootings here at home can leave us exasperated, perhaps even hopeless. Feeling helpless, we cry out, There is nothing a good person can do when everything falls apart (Psalm 11:3; Good News Translation). But the psalmist immediately answers, The LORD is in his holy temple; he has his throne in heaven (Psalm 11:4). In the midst of pain and fear, uncertainty and doubt, we remember that our sovereign God sits on the throne of heaven, from which the whole of the universe is governed and his love and mercy go forth to comfort those in need. Ron Hutchcraft, founder of Ron Hutchcraft Ministries, suggests the following ten ways to go to God s sovereign throne of grace in prayer for those affected by these tragic events. God of all comfort and all peace, pour out that comfort and peace on the wounded, the grieving and all our anxious hearts (2 Corinthians 1:3). God who heals us, bring healing to every victim. I am the Lord who heals you (Exodus 15:26).

2 God who gives wisdom, give supernatural insight and direction to every doctor, nurse, surgeon or caregiver who is treating the injured. God...gives wisdom generously (James 1:5). God who gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak (Isaiah 40:29), supernaturally energize and renew the exhausted medical and law enforcement personnel in this crisis. God who loves justice (Psalm 11:7), guide those who are seeking justice as they investigate and analyze. Help them get it right and get it soon. God who heals the brokenhearted, move in very close to those whose lives and families have been shattered. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds (Psalm 34:18; 147:3). God of all grace, pour out Your all-sufficient grace daily on those who have seen or experienced awful things, on those whose bodies have been broken, on all those who have suffered loss. The God of all grace after you have suffered a little while, will Himself restore you and make you strong My grace is sufficient for you (1 Peter 4:10; 2 Corinthians 12:9). God of hope, may Your people, who know Your hope, overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit ; may they be Your light in this darkness; may they be Jesus personal ambassadors in this vulnerable and painful time (Romans 15:13; 2 Corinthians 5:20). God of all compassion, send a tsunami of Your love to all who have been touched by this tragedy, and bless those who are the hands and feet and voice of Your love (2 Corinthians 1:3 4). God who so loved the world that You sent Your one and only Son into the world that we might live through Him (1 John 4:9), help many turn their hearts to Your Son in this vulnerable and turbulent time. Brothers and sisters, we re encouraged that in Christ, The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective (James 5:16b). With love for you all, Pastor Canales

3 Announcements Men s Grill Night: Tuesday, April 12 at 6:00 p.m. Bring your own meat, beverages, lawn chairs, and cigar (if desired). It s a great time of fellowship and encouragement for us as husbands, fathers and disciples of Christ. Ladies Monthly Breakfast: Please mark your calendars and join us Saturday, April 2 at 9:30 a.m. at the Canales home for a time of fellowship and breakfast. This month we will meet twice, so plan to come on Saturday, April 30, same time and same place. We will continue to look at the vision for our women s ministry and how we can better serve the church and one another in a biblical way. If you have any questions, please contact Mary Jo Canales. Fellowship Dinner: Our quarterly fellowship dinner will be Sunday, May 1, immediately following morning worship. Everyone is invited! This is a great time to invite friends to church. Contact the church office ( ) for more information. Please bring both of the following: 1. A main dish 2. A side dish or dessert Salad or Side Dish Dessert Daniel Beal s Shepherding Group will oversee set-up and clean-up, and provide bread and ice. Daniel Beal May 1 A-M salad/side, N-Z dessert White Aug 14 A-M salad/side, N-Z dessert Bridgeman Oct 23 N-Z, salad/side, A-M dessert

4 Wedding: We have the joy of announcing the upcoming wedding of Lucibel Reyes and Angel Garcia on Sunday, May 1, at 2:00 p.m. here at the church, followed by a reception of cake and punch. We will have our quarterly fellowship meal immediately after the worship service, as usual, with the wedding following at 2:00 p.m. Everyone is invited. Please join us that Sunday morning for worship, and stick around for the fellowship meal and wedding ceremony. Northwood Boutique Donations: If you would like to donate gently used household goods and clothing for our annual outreach and giveaway for needy residents at Northwood Mobile Home Park, please take your donations to room 303 in the annex building. For more information, contact Jahaziel Cantu. Life Change Offering: This is a monthly opportunity for our children to save their money and give an offering to other children in need. This offering benefits ONEchild, Mission to the World s Ministry to Street Children. (See more information at mtw.org/onechild) List: If you want to receive bulletins, prayer requests, and other updates, send a request to officemanager@christpresbyterian.org to be placed on the church list. Church Directory: Hard copies are available in the church office. For a link to a digital copy, contact officemanager@christpresbyterian.org. Worship Aids for the Impaired: Hearing Assistance available at audio desk in sanctuary. Large Print Bulletin available in the Foyer each Sunday.

5 Iglesia Gracia Domingo ~ Sunday Escuela dominical ~ Sunday school CPC 9:30 a.m. Servicio ~ Service CPC 10:30 a.m 12:00 p.m. Libro de Genesis ~ Book of Genesis Martes ~ Tuesday Discipulado ~ Discipleship Mama s Daughters Diner, Lewisville 6:00 7:30 a.m. Martes ~ Tuesday (every other week) Ministerio de guitarra ~ Guitar ministry Northwood Mobile Home Park, Lewisville 6:30 7:30 p.m. Evangelio de Juan ~ Gospel of John Miércoles ~ Wednesday Clases de Inglés ~ ESL CPC 6:30 8:00 p.m. Que es la Biblia ~What is the Bible? Viernes ~ Friday (every ot her week; 1 st and 3 rd ) Estudio de la Biblia ~ Home Fellowship Group Cantu s House 7:00 8:30 p.m. Regresando a lo Basico ~ Back to Basics

Book Recommendations Family Worship By Donald S. Whitney Gathering together for worship is an indispensable part of your family s spiritual life.

6 Book Recommendations Family Worship By Donald S. Whitney Gathering together for worship is an indispensable part of your family s spiritual life. It is a means for God to reveal himself to you and your loved ones in a powerful way. This practical guide by Donald S. Whitney will prove invaluable to families with or without children in the home as they practice God glorifying, Christ exalting worship through Bible reading, prayer, and singing. The book includes a discussion guide in the back for small groups.

7 Missions Our Missionaries Krista White CPC/Missionary to professional sports players Checks payable to CPC for Krista White Anees Zaka Church without Walls and Biblical Institute for Islamic Studies Checks payable to CPC for Anees Zaka Rick & Pam Box MTW donation # MNA/ Muslim Outreach MTW/Colombia Terry & Francine Clarke MTW donation # MTW/Australia Larry & Sandy Trotter MTW/Mexico cristoredentor.org.mx/trottermex MTW donation # Doug & Masha Shepherd MTW donation # MTW/Ukraine For MTW missionaries, make checks payable to MTW PO Box Atlanta, GA

8 Shepherding Groups Daniel Beal Sam Bridgeman Jahaziél Cantú Ray White

9 Training and Education Sunday School Classes Toddlers Room 102 Preschool Room 103 First/Second Grades Room 105 Third/Fourth/Fifth Grades Room 207 Sixth/Seventh/Eighth Grades 301 Annex Amanda Grimes Susan Miller Laura Boswell Sharon Miller Rod Alexander High School 304 Annex Adults Sanctuary Adults in Spanish Annex John Canales Jahaziél Cantú

10 Adult Sunday School: Presenting the Gospel and Defending the Faith Newcomers Class: An overview of our church s history, distinctives and vision. Learn about opportunities to serve and find a small group that really connects you with other members at CPC. While these sessions are a prerequisite to membership, they are open to anyone who wants to explore CPC before deciding if it is the church for them. Taught by the pastor and elders twice a year in February and September, the class meets on two consecutive Sunday afternoons. Lunch is provided, and nursery care is available, if requested. Call the church office to reserve a place and nursery care, if necessary. Men s Bible Study: Tuesday mornings at Mama s Daughter s Diner in Lewisville at Old Orchard and 1171 (Main St.). Study starts at 7:00 a.m. and Breakfast at 6:00 a.m. We are studying What Jesus demands from the World by John Piper, PDF copy available free on line. Come join us! Ray White Spanish Bible Study: Every other Friday at 7:00 p.m., this study is for the growth and discipling of new believers. Childcare for nursery and pre-school ages is provided. English as a Second Language (ESL): Taught by trained volunteers, this outreach ministry offers free English classes to immigrants and other non-native speakers. For more information, contact Ray White at raymonddwhite1945@gmail.com or

11 Ministry Contact List Worship and Arts Christopher Oglesby Music Ensembles Christopher Oglesby Sermon Recording Rod Alexander Training and Education Daniel Beal (RE) Sunday School Coordinator Laurie Boswell Nursery Sarah Abuhl New Members Class John Canales (TE) Men s Bible Study Ray White (RE) Women s Bible Study Youth Church Life Coordinator Adam Grimes Visitor follow-up John Canales (TE) Fellowship Dinner Church Office Silver Sheep Olivia White Prayer Chain Yvonne Bridgeman Missions Ray White (RE) Hispanic Ministry Jahaziél Cantú (TE) ESL Ronda Sands Vacation Bible School Jahaziél Cantú (TE) Assisted Living Ministry Ray White (RE)

12 Shepherding Daniel Beal (RE) Diaconate Rod Miller (DM) Justice and Mercy All Deacons Finances Rod Miller (DM) Facilities All Deacons Grounds Decorating Diaconal Aide Adam Grimes Session Stated Clerk, Daniel Beal (RE) RE = Ruling Elder TE = Teaching Elder DM = Diaconal Minister 3410 Peters Colony Road Flower Mound, TX officemanager@christpresbyterian.org

Christ Press. December Newsletter

Christ Press. December Newsletter Christ Press Newsletter Christ Presbyterian Church Flower Mound, Texas December 2016 The season is once again upon us to celebrate the incarnation of our Lord Jesus Christ. However, it seems that the season