PARKSIDE CHRISTIAN CHURCH March 2018 Love God, Love People, Help Others Do The Same Monthly Edition. Parkside News

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1 PARKSIDE CHRISTIAN CHURCH March 2018 Love God, Love People, Help Others Do The Same Monthly Edition Parkside News CONTRAST CONTINUED CONTRAST. Since the first of the year, that word has become our goal to aim for. We have been seeking the ways in which Christ makes us distinctly different. Are you finding new contrasts in the areas of life we have explored, ways in which you are different from who you were even back in January? Sunday, March 4th we will focus on becoming whatever is needed to persuade our friends toward Christ. Keeping our eyes on the finish line of life, remaining distinctly pure, healing the fractured relationships between men and women that our culture is struggling with right now; these will be our themes in March. Read I Corinthians chapters 9-11 and invite a friend to services as we consider the wonderful distinct difference Christ makes in our lives. Pg. 2 3 Parkside News Sections Parkside Kid s News Easter at Parkside April 1st Pg. 3 Student Ministry Pg. 4-5 Upcoming Events Pg. 6 Sunday Morning Classes Pg. 7 Groups Pg. 8 Local & Global Outreach & Serving Opportunities Pg. 9 Campus News The pinnacle of the calendar year for those who love and follow Christ, is the anniversary Sunday of the day He rose from the dead. Easter! Our commemoration of this destiny-altering event will include a special time of worship on Good Friday, as we ponder the death of Christ. And then a huge celebration on Sunday as we jubilate over the resurrection of Christ. April 1 will be even more special if you will take the opportunity to invite a loved one or friend to come and be with you in one of two morning services. Jesus Christ is risen risen indeed. Come celebrate, and bring a friend.

2 March 2018 PARKSIDE CHRISTIAN CHURCH p 2 PARKSIDE KIDS NEWS March Focus 56 LIVE! In the month of March, our elementary age kids will be focusing on peace. Our key verse is Romans 14:19 So let us do all we can to live in peace. And let us work hard to build up one another. Connect With Us! Don t forget to check out parksidekids.org for information on our events and make sure to connect with us on the Parkside Kids Facebook page! 56 Live will be on Friday, March 2nd from 7:00-9:00 p.m. in the West Gym. Drop off is at Door 12. This is for all 5th and 6th grade students and, of course, all the friends you want to bring! The cost is $2 if you will be eating dinner. It is an open gym time, fun devotion, and dinner. This event is always the first Friday night of the month through the school year. After School Wednesday, March 21st will be our next After School event for Kindergarten through 6th grade students. It is from 4-6:00 p.m. and the drop off is around the back of the building at Door 8. The cost is $2 per kid if they will be eating dinner with us. The kids rotate to three stations: kitchen/cooking, crafts, and organized gym games. This event takes place the third Wednesday of the month during the school year. First Look Toddlers-PreK This month we ve GONE FISHIN! It just seems perfect since this month is all about Jesus and how He taught the disciples to be fishers of men. How did they learn to be fishers of men? Well, they followed Jesus! And, we want our preschoolers to know that they can follow Jesus too! This is going to be a wonderful month as we help preschoolers prepare to celebrate the biggest act of love ever known to man... Easter. And when they re old enough to hear Jesus say Follow me, we want them to be ready to say yes!

3 March 2018 PARKSIDE CHRISTIAN CHURCH p 3 PARKSIDE KIDS NEWS Woodland Lakes Summer Camp Woodland Lakes Christian Camp in Amelia, Ohio provides many adventures throughout summer. Early bird registration is open until April 30 for all ages 4 years and up. New this year is a high ropes course that was constructed in December. Tim Becker, WLCC Program Director, and his mom Paula, PCC Preschool Minister, are hosting Parent and Me Camp. A camper going into 1 st -4 th Grade brings along their parent for Friday overnight and Saturday July 13, 14. Our theme is After God s Heart, highlighting the life of David. Camp activities include campfire, swimming, a giant slide into the lake, climbing wall and pedal carts. Look for other camp dates at woodlandlakes.com/summer-camp-schedule/ Their website will also tell you about the annual 5 K Trail Run and Walk, as well as Summer Camp Kick off on May 19. STUDENT MINISTRY NEWS Kick It at The Crossing SkyZone Event Mark your calendar for Friday, March 23rd from 7-8:30 p.m. Lynn Woods will be booking this time slot with SkyZone! The cost will be $12 per student if 20+ students sign up for this event. To RSVP and for more information, lynn@parksidechristian.com. 7th-9th grade students are invited Friday, March 9th from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. to Kick It At The Crossing! Come play games, watch movies, and make new friends. Come to The Crossing and get to know us a little better.

4 March 2018 PARKSIDE CHRISTIAN CHURCH p 4 UPCOMING EVENTS Attention Cincinnati Reds Fans! We have worked out a special group rate to have a Cincinnati Reds Major League Clubhouse Tour on Saturday March 3rd, that consists of an upgraded Great American Ball Park Tour. This includes premium stops (that are normally only available in the off season) such as: Broadcast Booths, the Field Level Media Room, the underground Batting Tunnels, and the Visitors and Reds Clubhouses. Also included is a guided tour of the Reds Hall of Fame and Museum. Roger Martin will be our tour guide for the day! Meet at the Reds Hall of Fame at 10:15 a.m. or carpool from Parkside at 9:30 a.m. Allow 4 hours for the tour and lunch. Bring money to buy lunch or pack a lunch. The cost of the Reds tour is $20 for adults, $17 for 13 years old to college age (Student I.D. Required), $12 for 5 to 12 years old, and under 5 is free (normally $30 for all ages over 5). Your fee includes an all-day pass to the Reds Hall of Fame and Museum. Payment is due by March 2 nd. If you have any questions about this event, Randy Shivers. Starting Point Interested in knowing more about Parkside and how to get connected? Our next Starting Point session will be Sunday, March 4 th, at 9:30 a.m. in the Fireside Room (across from our Worship Center). Starting Point is a group session designed to communicate a brief overview of what is important to us here at Parkside, including our overall mission and vision as a church family. Sign up on a Blue Connection Card or contact the church office. For more information contact Randy Shivers. Connection Lunch Our next Connection Lunch will be on Wednesday, March 14 th, at Noon. Anyone who is free during the lunch hour is welcomed to join us for good food, good fellowship, and good music. Joe Ianelli will be back to play the piano for us, John Hale will bless us with a few songs, and Daniel and Randy will lead a sing-a-long. Invite your friends! Please sign up on a blue Connection Card or contact the church office. Mark your calendar now for our May 9 th Connection Lunch featuring the Memory Lane Trio.

5 March 2018 PARKSIDE CHRISTIAN CHURCH p 5 Family Fun Night At The Anderson Mercy Healthplex Saturday, March 10th is Parkside s Family Fun Night! We will have the Anderson Mercy HealthPlex to ourselves from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. Enjoy swimming, basketball, tennis, racquetball, Wally ball, and more with your church family. Also, a limited amount of cardio equipment will be available for "Adults Only" usage. Bring your own towel if you want to swim and a snack to share. Parkside will provide bottled water. Please invite your neighbors and friends. This is for all ages! Sign up on a Blue Connection Card or contact the church office. For more information, Betty Howell at bettyhowell@hotmail.com. UPCOMING EVENTS Understanding Blood Pressure Workshop Saturday, March 3rd at 9 a.m. Ginger Goettke, RN will help us attain a better understanding of blood pressure. Learn about the signs and symptoms of high blood pressure, testing, treatment and medication, diet and exercise recommendations, and much more. A question and answer time will take place at the end of the workshop. church office. To RSVP, call or the 1st Annual Healthcare Community Resource Event Mark your calendar for Saturday, April 7th from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for Parkside s 1st Annual Healthcare Community Resource Event! Sponsored by Assisting Hands Care Cincinnati/NKY and Parkside Christian Church, this FREE event will feature expert advice from local health care providers regarding: Senior Living and Memory Care, Homecare, Geriatric Care, Hospice Care, Senior Services and more! RSVP to pcc@parksidechristian.com or (513) Bring your neighbors, bring family and friends!

6 March 2018 PARKSIDE CHRISTIAN CHURCH p 6 ATTEND A SUNDAY MORNING CLASS Studies in Scripture The book of Romans has been called Paul s Magnum Opus. It is his most systematic treatment of the Gospel in view of the righteousness of God. He addresses issues such as Jew-Gentile relationships, law vs. grace, unity of the church, Christian life, and more. This is a letter full of eternal principles with practical contemporary application. More than any other book of the Bible, it has influenced Christian thought throughout the ages. Join us for a study of this very important letter in Heritage A every Sunday at 9:30 a.m. The Utopian Class The Utopian Class meets in Heritage A at 11:00 a.m. and is led by Bill Meredith, Mick McLaughlin, and Roger Martin. Currently, this class is studying A Life Beyond Amazing by Dr. David Jeremiah. This study focuses on developing Christian character using the Fruit of the Spirit in Galatians. You can find Heritage A across from the library off of the main lobby. The Young Adult Class The Young Adult Class meets in room 206 at 9:30 a.m. Whether you are still in college, or exploring life after school, we would love for you to join us. The class is led by Chris Bell and Matt Robinson. Matt for more info or to find out about other young adult gatherings. The Legacy Class The Legacy Class meets in room 207 at 9:30 a.m. Go through the lobby towards the church office, up the small set of stairs by the wheelchair lift. The classroom is located on the left. Led by Mark Ericksen, this group is discussing the Right Now Media series, Thriving in Babylon. Join in on great conversation and make new friends! The Genesis Class The Genesis Class meets in room 204 at 9:30 a.m. Go up the stairs next to the wheelchair lift, and room 204 will be on the right. Join us as we study the life of David using Dr. David Jeremiah s Tender Warrior, which takes a close look at I and II Samuel, and the book of Psalms. The Open Door Class The Open Door Class meets at 9:30 a.m. in Heritage B. This is located down the hallway off of the main lobby, and is the second room on the right. Currently, the class is studying the Pauline Epistles and will follow with a study of II Thessalonians and Hebrews. All ages are welcome to join at any time! The Winsome Class The March theme for the Winsome Class is Acknowledging God. Lowell Jackson leads this class and uses the Quarterly Standard Lesson series. You can find the Winsome Class in Heritage C. This room is located in the hallway off of the main lobby, next to the kitchen.

7 March 2018 PARKSIDE CHRISTIAN CHURCH p 7 GET CONNECTED WITH A PARKSIDE GROUP! Grief Share Divorce Care Grief Share takes place Mondays from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in the Fireside Room. This group provides caring support for anyone grieving the loss of a loved one. All are welcome to join at any time. If you are interested or have questions, contact: Mary Meredith ( ), Peggy Elliott ( ), or Tammy Roberts ( ). Ladies Bible Study Discover the root to clear and daily communication with God - humble obedience. Learn how surrender unlocks His many blessings intended for us, centers us in His will, and helps us discern His voice in every day life. All ladies are welcome to join Thursdays in the Heritage Rooms from 10am to 11:30am OR from 7pm to 8:30pm. Books for this class are $13. Have questions? Contact: Andrea Shaw troydshaw@fuse.net. Divorce Care is held on Tuesdays, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. off campus, at the office of Joy Wilson Mt. Carmel Tabasco Rd. Suite 211 Cincinnati, OH Divorce Care is designed to walk alongside those dealing with life changes which result from the breakup of a marriage. Don t go through separation or divorce alone. You can start attending at any time. If you have questions, please contact Joy Wilson at or journey@fuse.net. NEW! Young Adult Evening Group A new midweek Young Adult group is forming. If you are college age, in your 20's or a young couple, let us know if you'd be interested in joining this new group! Contact Matt Robinson for more information. matt@parksidechristian.com.

8 March 2018 PARKSIDE CHRISTIAN CHURCH p 8 LOCAL & GLOBAL OUTREACH A Special Update From Our Mission Partners Paul & Rickie Clark Learn what God is doing in Japan! Click HERE to read Paul and Rickie s eupdate and click HERE to read their personal letter. Lecce Christian Mission Read the latest from Pino Neglia and learn what has been happening in Italy and Albania! Click HERE SERVING OPPORTUNITIES Mentor At Mt. Washington School Join The Pursuit! Parkside s Spring Spruce Up! As many as 32 young children in Kindergarten or First Grade would benefit by having someone special telling them they are someone special. A mentor is available one hour a week to meet a student and encourage them. Eight people have received orientation and are ready to begin. If your response is like theirs, I could do that!, please get in touch with paula@parksidechristian.com. Parkside Mentoring Missional Community welcomes new participants and meets twice a month for study, prayer and support, so you are on a team of people pursuing God s purpose together. Every spring we are blessed to have hundreds of family, friends, and neighbors celebrate Easter with us. We want Parkside to look sharp! On Saturday, March 24, we will have a volunteer work day from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. to give Parkside a special spring cleaning, inside and out. Any amount of time you can participate is greatly appreciated. We supply everything (but if you have a leaf rake, blower, step ladder, or vacuum cleaner, it can help speed up the work). Afterward we will have pizza and celebrate a job well done. Sign up using your connection card or pcc@parksidechristian.com! Help Build Hope Mark April on your calendar for our upcoming wall build at Nagel Middle School! Be a part of a fun experience and make a lasting difference in the lives of others. People of all ages can come help up. To sign up or learn more, Matt Robinson. Jail Ministry Interested in serving and discipling? Serve with us and minister to the growing number of inmates at the Hamilton County Justice Center. Contact Glenn Corson at glenn@coachcorson.com or reach out to a member of the Jail Ministry team.

9 March 2018 PARKSIDE CHRISTIAN CHURCH p 9 CAMPUS NEWS Mt. Healthy Christian Home Condolences Each year in March, the volunteer auxiliary accepts donations/membership dues to help provide funds for the little extras that bring sunshine to their residents of Mt. Healthy Christian Home. Any amount is appreciated, but $3 per individual or $5 per family is suggested. Come to the kiosk in the lobby March 4th or March 11th to donate. Any questions? Contact Gayle McLaughlin at gaylemclaughlin@roadrunner.com New In The Parkside Library Click HERE for the new additions to the Parkside Library. Please join us in lifting up those in our Parkside family who have recently lost loved ones. Kathy Springer - The loss of her brother, Mike Cliett, on February 1, Alicia Robinson - The loss of her grandmother, Sara Eleanor Cameron, on February 2, Lamonica Friedman - The loss of her father, Sherman Stevens, on February 10, Barb Katt - The loss of her mother, Gladys Grimme, on February 21, To Monica Kittrell and the loss of her father, Raymond Evans on February 25, Congratulations! Denver & Kate Young Congratulations to Kate Young on her baptism and to the Young family for becoming Parkside partners on February 18, 2018! Charles & Sharon Morey Congratulations to Charles, Sharon, and Pearl for becoming Parkside partners on February 25, 2018!

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