CORNERSTONE Volume 34, No. 4 April 2017 COMMUNICATOR Youth Pastor - Brach Pulver Lead Pastor - Eli Shackelford Music - Fred Helbling CORNERSTONE EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH The Communicator was created in 1985 to provide a way for church and ministry leaders to keep the people of informed about the activities and ministries of the church. While we hope that you will be lifted and encouraged by the articles you find in the Newsletter, the primary purpose of this newsletter ministry is to keep you informed. Death and Jesus Meet by Pastor Eli There wasn t one recorded person alive who actually believed that Jesus would be raised back to life. Not one. Not the contemporary prophets, not the people of great faith, not his closest friends, not his most loyal followers, not one. AnyOne? I suspect that many with Him had a great faith and a hope that a miracle would occur during the Passover, and the prayer time in the garden, and the trial, and the beatings, and the long walk to the place of the skulls, and the even in the final moments as the man hung on the cross there must have been those present that knew just knew that something would happen. But nothing did. Nothing. Hope died and the dreamers lost their dreams. A son, a brother, a friend, a new beginning became an end. Death won. Light blinked out. The creation lost its creator. Ugly. Small. Alone. Days turned to tears and the dreamers finally crept home. Nobody believed. Not a child. Not a centurion. Not a disciple. Not a prophet. Not one. UPCOMING EVENTS... FEATURED INSIDE... Sundays - Revelation Class (9:45 am), Spanish Class (9:45 am); Pre-Meeting (10:30 am); Worship (11 am); Jr. Church (11am); Youth Group (1 pm); Eben-Ezer Worship (5 pm) Mondays - Women s Bible Study (6:30 pm) Wednesdays - Sr. High Youth Group (5:30 pm); Kids Club and Jr High Youth Group (6:45 pm) Thursdays - Eben-Ezer Service (7 pm); BiLT Groups: w/the Wades (6 pm); w/the Shacks (6:30 pm); w/the Speuldas (7 pm) 2nd ~ Potluck (1 pm) 4th ~ Prayer Meeting (7 pm) 7th ~ Templo Eben-Ezer Prayer Vigil 8th ~ Elders Meeting (8 am) 8th ~ Food & Clothing Distribution (10 am) 8th ~ Women s Brunch @ Nancy Hepner s (11am) 9th ~ Distribute cookies and Easter invites (1 pm) 12th ~ NO youth groups or Kids Club 16th ~ EASTER SUNDAY: 8:30 am Son Rose (early) service 9:30 am Breakfast 11 am Worship noon - 1:30 pm Celebration 21st ~ Templo Eben-Ezer Prayer Vigil 23rd ~ Mexico Team Meeting (1 pm), Care & Share Lunch (1 pm) 25th ~ Deacon s Meeting (7 pm) 28th ~ Coffee House (7 pm) c Death & Jesus Meet... 1 c Prayer Opportunities... 2 c Events Calendar... 3 c Prayer Calendar... 4 c Life Together...5 c Resurrection Sunday...6 c Classifieds... 7 c To break every chain... 8 April 2017 email address: cornerstoneefchurch@yahoo.com 1
Where were the angels? Where was the back up? The power turned off and everyone went back to their houses. OVER. Done. Who s left? Not one. A day goes by, then another, then another Where do we go now? Back to our families? Back to the tax booth, and the fishing boats, and the churches? Back to work? What is there to return to after this? Jesus opened his eyes. He stood and stretched his arms. He looked at the scars that remained and remembered the war. A hint of a smile plays at the corner of his mouth. It s tempered by memories. Jesus speaks - Oh Death, where is your sting? Death replies I m sorry, this has never happened before. You ve broken the whole system. How are we supposed to figure any of this out? How are we supposed to continue? Jesus smiles back - That s right everything s changed. Easter. Death says - Maybe we should keep this quiet. Just between you and me. But death is talking to an empty room Jesus has already walked out. Everything has changed. Death swallowed by triumphant Life! Who got the last word, oh, Death? Oh, Death, who s afraid of you now? Well. Here we are. 1 Corinthians 15:55-57 It was sin that made death so frightening and law-code guilt that gave sin its leverage, its destructive power. But now in a single victorious stroke of Life, all three sin, guilt, death are gone, the gift of our Master, Jesus Christ. Thank God! Join us Easter Sunday as we celebrate the day that changed everything. Because when everything changed, everything really changed. Death is still trying to keep things quiet, but it s too late. The word is out and we are going to let people know. He is risen. Eli Prayer at So many needs for prayer, so many ways and times to pray. Join the monthly prayer meeting. April 4, Tuesday evening, at the church. Use the prayer calendar. It has names, ministries, topics. Pray for Easter as our church plans, prepares, and works to reach out to our community. Join the after-service prayer team. If you d like to pray with people up front, talk with Eli or one of the elders. Pray for our leadership teams deacons, elders, the administrative board. Thank God and pray for the work He s doing in ministries such as Because He First Loved Us, our food pantry, and our kids and youth programs. 2 email address: cornerstoneefchurch@yahoo.com April 2017
April Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 30 9:45am: Revelations Class, Spanish class; 10:30am: Pre-Mtg 11am: Worship, Jr Church; 1 pm: Youth Study 5 pm: Eben-Ezer Service 2 3 4 9:45am: Revelations Class, Spanish class; 10:30am: Pre-Mtg 11am: Worship, Jr Church; 1 pm: Youth Study; 5 pm: Eben-Ezer Service Potluck (1 pm) Maundy Good Palm Sunday 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Thursday Friday 9:45am: Revelations Class, Spanish class; 10:30am: Pre-Mtg 11am: Worship, Jr Church; 1 pm: Youth Study, Admin Board Meeting; 5 pm: Eben-Ezer Service Distribute Easter invites (1 pm) He is 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 RISEN! 8:30 am: Sun Rose Service (sanctuary) 9:30 am: Breakfast 11 am: Worship (gym) 12-1:30 pm: Celebration 5 pm: Eben-Ezer Gavin Wade Raelyn Shackelford 23 24 9:45am: Revelations Class, Spanish class; 10:30am: Pre-Mtg 11am: Worship, Jr Church; 1 pm: Youth Study 5 pm: Eben-Ezer Service Mexico Team (1 pm) Care & Share Lunch (1 pm) Can my brother live? Jesus said to her, I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die.... Then Jesus said, Did I not tell you that if you believe, you will see the glory of God? (John 11: 25, 40) Will my Lord leave? Now Mary stood outside the tomb crying.... She turned around and saw Jesus standing there, but she did not realize that it was Jesus.... Jesus said to her, Mary. (John 20:11,14,16) Women s Bible Study 6:30pm Michelle Tease Women s Bible Study 6:30pm Women s Bible Study 6:30pm Andrew Reinkoester Women s Bible Study 6:30pm Danjuma Alcala Prayer Meeting (7 pm) Brian Wade Bill & Hope Case Scott & Becky Mabe Elizabeth Vina 25 Newsletter Stuff Due (thanks!) Deacon Meeting, 7 pm 5 6 7 Sr High Youth (5:30 pm); Kids Club & Jr High Youth (6:45 pm) Jordan Ledbetter NO Youth Group or Kids Club (Holy Week) Elijah Speulda Andrew and Sarah Reinkoester Sr High Youth (5:30 pm); Kids Club & Jr High Youth (6:45 pm) Teddie Coonradt Templo Service (7 pm); BiLT w/wades (6pm), BiLT w/shacks (6:30pm), BiLt w/ Speuldas (7pm) Templo Service (7 pm); BiLT w/wades (6pm), BiLT w/shacks (6:30pm), BiLt w/ Speuldas (7pm) Eben-Ezer Service (7 pm); BiLT w/wades (6pm), BiLT w/shacks (6:30pm), BiLt w/ Speuldas (7pm) Eben-Ezer Vigil (8 pm) Alexis Sandberg Eben-Ezer Vigil (8 pm) April 2017 email address: cornerstoneefchurch@yahoo.com 3 1 8 26 27 28 29 Sr High Youth (5:30 pm); Kids Club & Jr High Youth (6:45 pm) Templo Service (7 pm); BiLT w/wades (6pm), BiLT w/shacks (6:30pm), BiLt w/ Speuldas (7pm) Coffee House (7-10 pm, gym) Elders Mtg (8 am) Food & Clothing Distribution (10 am) Women s Brunch at Nancy Hepner s (11 am) Wait for it... something amazing is coming... Mexico Work Day #3 (call Josh Speulda to schedule work)
April PRAYER CALENDAR Sun Mon Tues Wed Thu Fri Sat 30 Iglesia Ebenezer Revival @ 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Iglesia Ebenezer Relationships w/ new people 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Great hospitality for visitors 16 17 Easter Celebration 23 The spirit of holiness The angel said to the women, Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay. Then go quickly and tell his disciples: He has risen from the dead and is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see him. Now I have told you. Matthew 28:5-7 Elders and Administrative Board 24 Unity and humility Elders and Administrative Board Prayer at Elders and Administrative Board Revival @ Elders and Administrative Board Peace, guidance, and wisdom for leaders Prayer Meeting 7:00 p.m. Prayer at Building & Grounds: Roger Vision for missions and outreach Church Office: Becky 18 19 20 21 22 Music and Worship Teams 25 Deacon Pastor Brach New people brought into our midst Pastor Brach Vision & energy for youth ministries Outreach ministries for youth Finance: Karen Youth in our neighborhood Deacons of Missions: Brian and Natalie Wade Refugees in our midst Pastor Eli Church Office: Becky Music and Worship Teams Kids Club Director: Becky Easter Outreach Planning Friends and family serving God in other countries Pastor Brach 26 27 28 29 Building & Grounds: Roger Because He First Loved Us Ministry Deacons of Missions: Brian and Natalie Wade BiLT Groups Deacons of Missions: Brian and Natalie Wade Prayer at Fellowship: Rickie Because He First Loved Us Ministry Music and Worship Teams Trust and Unity Music Minister: Fred & the Music Team 4 email address: cornerstoneefchurch@yahoo.com April 2017 1 Deacons of Fellowship: John & Rickie Single parents Church Office: Becky Vision and staff for food pantry/ clothing closet The women of our church Pastor Brach Love for our neighborhood Love for our neighborhood Pastor Eli Joy in Jesus
LIFE TOGETHER Women s Brunch Let s grow closer and grow together Testimonial from a skeptic: I ve never been a women s gathering type of person but even I loved the first women s brunch! Some amazing things happened that morning. Please join us for the next one! Nancy Hepner s address: 1437 Vineyard Court, Salt Lake City, UT 84106 (map) Coffee and Great Music Mark your calendars for the First Coffee House, April 28 from 7 pm to 10 pm. Our first semiannual Coffee House will feature live music from some of the valley s best musicians and an array of espresso specialties (well, at least some really neat espresso drinks). There will be no charge to attend, but we will have a suggested donation for the drinks to cover the costs involved. This will be an adult time intended for getting together with friends and enjoying music and conversation. Under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult. A kids play area will not be available but, childcare for preschool ages will be provided, details are still being worked out. There will also be several open mic time slots available, so if you re interested in performing a song or two, please contact Fred Helbling at 801-879-9049 for more information and to be signed up for one of those spots. Invite your friends and come, enjoy a laid back time of music, friendship and community. Hope to see you there! Help the Mexico Team Hire the team and participate in the Fiesta. See the info at left. Pray for the team as they prepare and raise funds. Sign up to pray during the trip. Talk with Josh for details. April 2017 email address: cornerstoneefchurch@yahoo.com 5
RESURRECTION DAY Easter Sunday Resurrection Day is the most joyous, holy day of the year for Christians. It s also a vital time to reach out to people who are seeking answers, when we can build relationships and show them the face of Jesus. is celebrating Easter in a big way, and you can help! Participate in the outreach: Bring packages of cookies on Sunday morning, April 8. This gift helps us start conversations as we distribute invitations. Join the team after church that Sunday to distribute cookies and invites. You ll see the neighborhood, invite people to our Easter service, and enjoy meeting our neighbors. Invite your friends and family and pray for what God will do in their lives. Prepare to serve on Easter: See the signup sheets in the foyer. We need people to bring food for breakfast, bring small cakes for the cake walk, support the worship service, support the celebration, and help with cleanup. Pray for the service, for visitors, for the Easter team, for the celebration. Attend, worship, and celebrate: 8:30 am: Easter Sun Rose Early Worship a chance for quieter holiness and worship 9:30 am: Breakfast watch for visitors, sit with someone you don t know, and build relationships 11:00 am: praise Jesus, he is risen! Noon to 1:30 pm: Celebration the day with friends and get to know our neighbors 6 email address: cornerstoneefchurch@yahoo.com April 2017
CLASSIFIEDS... Can You Help the Food Pantry? (Please PLACE DONATIONS IN THE BLUE TUBS at the front entrance.) For April, no later than Tues, April 4th. For May, no later than Tues, May 9th. Items needed include: Bath soap bars Canned fruit Canned tuna Canned veggies Dish soap Mac & cheese Pinto beans Ramen noodles Shampoo Spaghetti pasta Toilet paper Toothbrushes Toothpaste Tomato paste & sauce White rice Please bring donations on a Sunday or call the church office (801-568-0954) to be sure someone can let you in. Financial contributions are always appreciated! Mark donations in the offering as Food Pantry. Questions? Talk to Natalie Wade. NEEDED: CLOTHING DONATIONS The following items are needed:. Good-condition, clean clothing. Clean & polished shoes (with laces if appropriate). Clean bedding Suggested donations include: pants, socks, shirts, jeans, sweaters, jackets, sweatshirts, sweat pants, shoes, work boots, & bedding. We especially need children s and babies clothing. Donations are due by April 4th for the April distribution, and by May 9th for the May distribution. Please be sure your donations are washed and in good condition before placing them in the bins in the northwest corner of the gym. We thank you for your gifts and your giving heart. Blessed Home Michael Jacobs Sales Associate 8823 S. Redwood Rd, Suite B2 West Jordan, Ut Phone: 801-541-8556 Email: wager.realty@gmail.com Do You Need Home Cleaning Services? Elda can help! Call Elda Arana at 818-612-8129 for Free Estimates. (Elda uses eco-friendly products.) Want to advertise in the classifieds? Just send an e-mail to Sherri at sherrivance@gmail.com. YOUR ad can appear here! How? Contact Sherri Vance (801-694-8864, sherrivance@gmail.com, or talk to her at church) Kaity Robbins Fashion consultant 801-649-9035 lularoekaityruth@gmail.com FB: Shop LuLaRoe Kaity Ruth T: @lularoekaity If YOU have ideas about how to reinvent the newsletter (especially this page), please talk withg Sherri thanks! Sandy Ortega is taking orders for Avon if anyone is interested. She will provide books as needed or requested. Call 801-330-5212 for information. April 2017 email address: cornerstoneefchurch@yahoo.com 7
To break every chain THE CORNERSTONE COMMUNICATOR PUBLISHED MONTHLY 7762 S. 700 W. Midvale, UT 84047 801-568-0954 Website: www.cornerstoneefcslc.org E-mail: cornerstoneefchurch@yahoo.com Articles for publication can be sent via e-mail to: sherrivance@gmail.com (Before the 25th. would be nice.) 8 email address: cornerstoneefchurch@yahoo.com April 2017