Church of Christ Newsletter

SERMONS FOR MARCH

2010-03-09T09:22:00.000-08:00

The Upside Down Jesus

7— The Upside Down Way

14— 1st Shall Be Last

21— Slavery Is Freedom

28— Weak Is Strong

April 4th—Death Is Life

CHURCH CLASSIFIEDS

2010-03-09T09:20:00.000-08:00

Mickenzie Rust has a business she’s developed to support herself and her child… and get things ready for Isaac when he comes home. General House Cleaning is available to clean your house and Mickenzie will be available Monday thru Saturday from 8 am to 10 pm and Sundays from 2 pm to 10 pm. Call her at 574-516-5430 if you could use her services.

Billy Rust has his lock-smithing permit now and has a company called “Speedy Lock and Key”. If you could use his services call him at 574-601-9043.

Summit Theological Seminary will offer a class on the book of James Thursdays at 7:00 pm. For more information call 765-472-4111. First 68 people who enroll are free. Seminary is located at 2766 Airport Rd. Peru, IN

We are again asking for inkjet cartridges. Staples gives our church a $6 credit for each one we turn in.

H.O.P.E. (Hispanic Ministry) MEETING

2010-03-09T09:18:00.000-08:00

The Hispanic ministry annual meeting is March 13th at Christ’s Church in Monticello. We’ll be discussing including the beginning of a Hispanic Bible Institute, the ministry successes and financial status, and the need for two new board members to help Rafael continue his good work here.
The meeting will be held at Christ’s Church at Monticello (1500 N. Main, Monticello, IN).
It’s a carry-in.

Meeting at 11, meal at noon.

GAME NIGHT—March 13th at 6-8 pm

2010-03-09T09:17:00.000-08:00

We had so much fun last year when we got everyone together to play board games together. Bring a 2-liter soda and a snack to share. Games will be provided, but you can bring your own favorite to share with others. From 6 til 8 pm.

SIGNUP FOR Upward FOOTBALL & CHEERLEADING

2010-03-09T09:16:00.002-08:00

We have 3 new football fields, a new concession stand and we’ve added cheerleading to the activities we’re offering. Games will be played Sunday afternoons and we could always use more volunteers to make this an exciting and fun time for the kids.

Sign up is going on now through April 2nd.

If you have any questions contact Trampas Young—732-4476

STAN GOOD TO GO TO HAITAI

2010-03-09T09:16:00.000-08:00

Stan has worked very hard to get the support he needs to go on a mission’s trip to Haiti (he’ll be gone over Spring Break) and he’s going with the intention of trying to share his knowledge about education—he’s an excellent school Principal in Winamac.
If you’d like to donate money towards his venture, get in touch with him or his wife Diane, or call the church office.

February Sermons

2010-02-02T13:49:00.000-08:00

Whom Do You Love?

7— Your God?

14— Your Sweetie?

21— Your Enemy?

28— Your Neighbor?

Super Colts Vs Saints Party

2010-02-02T13:44:00.000-08:00

The Colts are facing off against the Saints (as Christians, are we allowed to root for someone trying to beat a saint?) and we’re having a party to watch the game on our BIG screen. It's cheaper than being there. I read recently that UPPER LEVEL level tickets (the cheap seats) range from $3500 to $5200. By contrast, our seats are free.

Bring finger foods and be prepared to enjoy the football, food and fellowship. Sunday, February 7th at 6:00 pm.

Friends and Family Day

2010-02-02T13:39:00.001-08:00

February 28th, we’re scheduling a “Friend Day” to invite our friends and family to worship with us.

There will be only ONE SERVICE that Sunday, followed by one of our famous carry in meals (there’s not a restaurant in town that can rival it). Invitation Cards and Sign up sheets will be available in the back.

Pictorial Directory

2010-02-02T13:38:00.000-08:00

Remember we need YOU for our Pictorial Directory! Just for posing, you’ll receive a complimentary 8X10 portrait and a Church Directory
The scheduled dates for photography are:
Friday February 5th from 3:00 pm to 9:30 pm
Saturday February 6th from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Tuesday February 16th from 3:00 pm til 9:00 pm.

MILITARY CONCERT - January 2nd

2010-01-01T15:38:00.000-08:00

The SonShine Boys are putting on a concert to honor and help our military out in the field. At 6 pm, January 2nd at McHale Auditorium, we’ll be joined by The Shirey’s and The Patriot Quartet. There will also be a special speaker - Command Chief Master Sergeant Larry L. Brady - from Grissom Air Force Base.

All monies that exceed our expenses will be given to “Operation Interdependence” (OIdelivers.com), which specializes servicemen personal items like lotions, chap stick, dental floss, etc.

We’ll also have boxes at McHale for anyone who wishes to bring items that evening that we can give to the military.

Cost of tickets:
Military families—$5;
General public —$10 in advance; $12 at the door

SIGN UP FOR OUR PICTORIAL DIRECTORY

2010-01-01T15:35:00.000-08:00

We’ve been doing our own “pictorial directory” for a few years now, but Olan Mills has given us a deal we can hardly pass up. The new directory will help connect names with faces, serve as an outreach tool, and capture a time in the history of our church congregation. Plus, it’s updatable. Please participate by coming to the church to have your picture taken by the Olan Mills photographer.

In the next several weeks we will be setting appointments before and after services at the church. Sign up as soon as possible to get the best appointment to fit your schedule. Every participating family/household that selects a pose for the directory will receive a complimentary directory and 8X10 Custom Natural Portrait. You will come to the church only once for less than an hour for photography and portrait viewing.

You will have the opportunity to order additional portraits during your scheduled appointment time. Purchases are unconditionally guaranteed.

The scheduled dates for photography are:
Friday February 5 3:00 pm to 9:30 pm
Saturday February 6 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Remember, everyone’s participation is important to make the new directory an important and useful tool for newer and long-time members alike – it won’t be complete without you.

The program is available at no cost to the to our church. On the other hand, the more people who participate, the more ministry tools they make available to our congregation at no cost (things like pamphlets, outreach cards, and mailers). Thus we encourage you to invite your friends, family and neighbors to take part as well—they will also receive a free 8x10 and can choose to not have their picture included in our directory.

NEW BIBLE STUDY

2010-01-01T15:29:00.000-08:00

There will be a new Bible Study on Sunday nights beginning January 17th at 5:00 pm for all who are interested. It's based on the study book "Jesus the only One" by Beth Moore. These Study Books can be purchased at Canaan Bible Book store, and if you'd like one but can't afford it, we'll help get it for you. This study will last for 11 weeks.

DECEMBER SERMON SERIES

2009-12-01T08:01:00.000-08:00

THE COLORS OF CHRISTMAS
6— A Green Christmas
13— A Blue Christmas
20— A Gold Christmas
27— A White Christmas

HOLY HANDS SIGN CORP - DECEMBER 6th

2009-12-01T07:54:00.000-08:00

The Holy Hands For Christ Sign Corp wants to present special music at both of our worship services on the 6th of December. It’s their gift to us for allowing them to use our church building for practice every year. Make it a point to be here and encourage them as they share Christmas music in sign language with us.

CHRISTMAS DINNER THEATRE - DEC. 6th

2009-12-01T07:52:00.000-08:00

The SonShine Boys will be in concert with Spoken4 for a Christmas concert in Kokomo, December 12th. It’s a dinner Theatre that will be held at the Grotto (or Kokomo Booster Club) just across from Dairy Queen on US 31. Tickets should be bought by December 6th so that the proper amount of food can be purchased for our guests.

THE J.O.Y. OF GIVING

2009-12-01T07:50:00.001-08:00

Again, this year, we’re having our “J.O.Y” manger.

You’ll find the manger back by the Sound Booth filled with slips of paper that tell you the age, gender and gift suggestion for a specific needy boy or girl that you can by a gift for this Christmas. Then, just wrap the gift, and bring it back to church for our missions team to pass out

SERMONS FOR NOVEMBER

2009-11-09T09:31:00.000-08:00

PLAN “B”

1— B imitators of Christ

8— Youth Sunday

15— B Joyful

22— B Thankful

29— B Submissive

THANKSPIRATION—6 pm November 22nd

2009-11-09T09:22:00.000-08:00

We ought to be giving thanks to God every day… but Thanksgiving is a very special season of the year and we want to celebrate it with a Thankspiration—that’s a combination of food, fun and singing. If you have some special music you’d like to share, or songs you’d like to have us sing together, talk to Steven Rohde or Jeff.

TAKE A SACK & BRING IT BACK

2009-11-09T09:15:00.000-08:00

Again, this Thanksgiving, we’re going to give you an opportunity to help people with food. We call it our “Take a Sack and Bring it Back” program. We’ll supply the sacks, you supply the produce. Canned goods, potatoes, paper goods, sugar, whatever—then bring the sack back the next Sunday for our Food Pantry people to sort through.

Deadline: Monday November 23rd.

NEW CLASS AT SUMMIT THEOLOGICAL

2009-11-09T09:13:00.000-08:00

Summit Theological Seminary will offer a class called “Calibrate” (aligning your life with Christ) taught by Kendall Faull beginning Thursdays beginning November 10th at 7:00 pm. For more information call 765-472-4111. First 68 people who enroll are free. Seminary is located at 2766 Airport Rd. Peru, IN

OCTOBER SERMON SERIES

2009-10-05T10:39:00.000-07:00

BASIC TRAINING
4 – Eating With The Troops
11 – Joining The Ranks
18 – Time In The Trenches
25— The Final Battle

SONSHINE BOYS IN CONCERT

2009-10-05T10:37:00.000-07:00

October 10th Kewanna, IN at the Mt. Hope church 7 pm

October 24th at the Gospel Barn in Bluffton, IN

Annual Meeting and Carry-in

2009-10-05T10:28:00.000-07:00

This past year has been eventful in many ways, and next year promises to hold new excitement and challenges, so if you were ever going to come to an Annual Meeting—this would be the one.
WHEN: Sunday October 11th starting at Noon.
WHAT: Carry-in followed by reports of the past and info on future.

King TUT and the Exodus

2009-10-05T10:25:00.000-07:00

Visit King Tut and learn about the Exodus. Yes, King Tut had something to do with Moses and the Israelites when they left Egypt, and he’s on display at the Indianapolis Children’s museum. On October the 17th about a dozen people have paid for tickets to go pay him a visit and also have a lesson on his part in the Biblical Exodus.

We’ll plan to eat before we go in and discuss what we'll see.

If you’d like to go, tickets will be still be available

$15 for adults and

$8 for 18 and younger.

Trunk Or Treat

2009-10-05T09:33:00.000-07:00

It’s time for our annual Fall Festival, and it’s going to be great! There will be a costume parade (no scary or gory outfits please), games, food, a hay ride… and of course, candy. Sign up now to help out with the events (it’s for the kids, remember) and get your car decorated and fill the trunk with candy, then back up your car in the circle and open ‘er up. And if you can come help set up, many of us are going to eat at the church after worship and get things ready.

When: Sunday October 18th beginning at 4 pm
What: Parade and devotions followed by everything else

We’re going to need lots of volunteers and extra candy, cakes and corn bread, so sign up to help us make this a memorable and Christ filled event for everyone

AUGUST SERMON SERIES

2009-08-04T11:06:00.000-07:00

Dr. Seuss And God

2—The Zoad In The Road
9—The Places You’ll Go
16—Green Eggs And Ham
23—Yertle The Turtle
30—Fox In Sox

COME CAMP AT CANAANLAND

2009-08-04T10:49:00.000-07:00

Actually, you don’t have to camp out, you could just come out and enjoy food and fellowship around the camp fire (and it is good food and even better fellowship).
When:21st thru the 23rd (having a picnic that Sunday afternoon)
Where: CR 50 S. a mile west of France Park (we’ll have a map)
What: Camping, food and fellowship
For more information: Call Dave Larimore

SPOKEN 4 IN CONCERT HERE—AUGUST 30th.

2009-08-04T08:44:00.000-07:00

This great Gospel quartet will be performing at our church building. Singing News Magazine says they are a group, not only dedicated to Southern Gospel music, but to make it as excellent as they can."

Concert will begin at 6 pm. SonShine Boys will open and then turn it over to our feature group. Love Offering will be taken up to defray their costs.

UPCOMING SONSHINE BOYS CONCERTS

2009-08-04T08:26:00.000-07:00

August 1st—Kokomo IBN Saud Grotto: 7 pm.
* Performing with Hoosier Harmony Quartet
* Cost $5 per person.
* Located at 150 S. Reed Rd (US 31)

August 16th—Fairland Christian Church, Niles Michigan: at 6pm

August 29th—The Gospel Barn in Bluffton, IN: at 7:00 pm.
* Singing with Spoken4

Words That Will Change Your Life

2009-07-06T09:48:00.000-07:00

5—(Dave Broad & Conrad Hartsch preach while Jeff's on vacation)
12—Adopted
19—Transformed
26—Loved

Thanks Be To God For:

2009-07-06T09:43:00.001-07:00

* A great VBS. A total of 54 kids. And a blessing upon Stephen Rohde for organizing this activity this year.
* All those who stepped up and dressed up (like Romans) to teach the VBS kids about Jesus.
* Those who preached while Jeff was on vacation.
* An exciting Tent Revival. About 120 in attendance. May God especially bless all those who prepared food and helped set up and tear down.

2009-07-06T09:40:00.000-07:00

Eric Turrill and LeAnn Cossairt will be joined in marriage July 11th, 3:30 pm at our church building

2009-07-06T09:31:00.000-07:00

Our Youth Group will be going to the Creation Museum in Kentucky the weekend of July 17 and 18. Keep them in prayer as they learn about God’s active role in making our world.

McHale Concert - July 11th

2009-07-06T09:18:00.000-07:00

The Jubilees, Family Ties (pictured at right) and the SonShine Boys request your presence at our Southern Gospel concert July 11th at 6 pm at the McHale Performing Arts Auditorium. Advance Tickets are $10 (can be purchased at Canaan Bible Book store or from one of the quartet) and will be $12 at the door.

Help requested by SonShine Boys.

In order for us continue to bring in the finest in Gospel groups into our area, we need you to prayerfully consider how to help us meet our attendance goals for this year (break even point is 150 in the audience) The more people you can get interested in attending, the better chance we have to continue this ministry. Thanks for your continued support, Larry, Jeff, Smitty and Dave.

June Sermons

2009-06-09T08:56:00.001-07:00

The Boy Prophet
7—God Looks On The Heart
14—To Obey Is Better Than Sacrifice
21—God Forbid

Words That Will Change Your Life
28—Freed!

I-Give On Line for Football

2009-06-09T08:54:00.000-07:00

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Wonderful Wednesdays To The Rescue

2009-06-09T08:52:00.000-07:00

JAM is over for the season… but fret not little elementary school kind of people, Greg is coming to the rescue with Wonderful Wednesdays starting Wednesday June 3rd. He’ll have policemen, firemen and other RESCUE minded emergency personnel stopping in throughout the summer to teach the kids safety tips. 6:30 til 7:30 pm

VBS - June 22nd thru 26th

2009-06-09T08:50:00.001-07:00

June 22nd thru the 26th (6 pm til 8 pm) we’ll be having VBS here at the church building. You’ll visit Rome during the days when the Apostle Paul was a prisoner there and talk to various merchants and soldiers and learn to make things they used back then. Plus, you’ll have a private audience with Paul himself and be able to ask him about Jesus and the early church.

Tent Revival June 28th

2009-06-09T08:49:00.001-07:00

Thanks to the kindness of Spring Creek Christian Church—we have a tent we’ll be putting up in the front yard (we’ll use it for VBS) and we thought “A TENT!” Let’s have a Tent Revival. So, one night only—Sunday June 28th—we’ll get out the hand fans and eat, sing and worship in a big tent. Picnic starts at 5:30 pm. Worship at 7 pm

SonShine Boys In Concert

2009-06-09T08:47:00.000-07:00

The SonShine Boys will be in concert at
* The Gospel Barn in Bluffton Indiana June 6th
* Miami County 4H fairgrounds (for vespers) June 21st at 6:00pm
* Tent Revival here at our building June 28th
* NACC July 1st in Louisville, KY 1:00 p.m.

MAY SERMON SERIES

2009-05-05T08:19:00.000-07:00

The Boy Prophet
10—The Faith of a Mother
17—If you want to hear — You need to be near
24—When Obeying Makes No Sense
31—Mizpah

WORSHIP WITH MOTHER

2009-05-05T08:15:00.000-07:00

BRING YOUR MOTHERS - AND OTHERS

Mother’s Day is May 10th and we’d like to remind
that there are plenty of invitation cards still on back
table for you to give your family and friends.

· All the ladies will receive a special flower,
· The SonShine Boys quartet will sing “When Momma Prays”.

Worship will be at 8:00 and 10:30 a.m

DEAF CONCERT

2009-05-05T08:14:00.000-07:00

HOLY HANDS FOR CHRIST FOR CHRIST—May 17th
The deaf ministry (Holy Hands For Christ) have been working very hard putting together this year’s concert and they’ll be performing here on Sunday May 17th at 6:00 p.m.. All monies from the offering will go to help send deaf children to summer camp.

GOSPEL CONCERT

2009-05-05T08:05:00.000-07:00

GOSPEL CONCERT AT McHALE

MAY 30th

The SonShine Boys will be in concert at McHale the last Saturday of this month at 6:00 p.m.. They will be joined by:

· Dustin and Kaila (a powerful duet from Northern Indiana) and

· The Eternals (a great trio from Tipton, IN)

Be sure to invite a friend to come with you as these groups sing praises to God’s grace and love.

APRIL SERMONS

2009-04-02T08:10:00.000-07:00

Old Fashioned Tent Meeting
5 – The Message of the Tent
12 – The Hidden Room

Circles of Influence
19 – Look Across the Table
26—Walk Across the Street

Fireproof Movie Night

2009-04-02T08:08:00.000-07:00

April 17th, we'll be having another movie night featuring "Fireproof". There will be free popcorn, drinks and childcare.

Movie begins at 7 p.m.

PASSOVER MEAL—APRIL 9th

2009-04-02T08:03:00.000-07:00

Thursday Night, April 9th (beginning at 6:00 pm) we will have our annual Passover Celebration. Come step back in time and partake of the meal Jews have eaten since their Exodus from Egypt. In addition to a sumptuous meal, you’ll learn how Jesus used the imagery of this meal in His “Last Supper” before He was crucified for our sins.

EASTER WORSHIP SCHEDULE

2009-04-02T08:00:00.000-07:00

While we actually celebrate Easter every Sunday morning at the Lord’s Table (Communion) the annual holiday of Easter gives us the added ability to focus on this wondrous defeat of death’s power. Come join with us as we rejoice:

First Service: 8:00 a.m.
Easter Specials: 9:30 a.m. followed by a
continental breakfast.
Second Service: 10:30 a.m.

(If you have a poem, song or reading you’d like to share during the 9:30 hour, see Jeff).

SONSHINE BOYS’ SCHEDULE IN APRIL

2009-04-02T07:58:00.000-07:00

12th—Joining in the specials on Easter morning 9:30 a.m.
18th—Performing at McHale Auditorium—6 p.m.
25th—Singing at the “Gospel Barn” in Bluffton, IN.

Also, their new CD “It’s Raining Sunshine” is now available.

UPWARD FOOTBALL KICKS OFF

2009-04-02T07:57:00.000-07:00

First Game will be April 11th.

Games will be held at 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.

If you’d like to help work the Concession Stand or be available to coach or referee, Trampas could still use you.

MARCH SERMON SERIES

2009-03-02T15:43:00.001-08:00

Old Fashioned Tent Meeting

1 – Enter by the Gate
8 – Royal Priesthood
15 – Time At The Altar
22 – Washing Up
29—The Place Of Worship

JEFF'S GOING TO JAIL FOR MDA

2009-03-02T15:38:00.000-08:00

It’s always an honor to help out the Muscular Dystrophy Association, and Jeff has been asked to be locked up (with a phone) so he can line up donors to help fight this terrible disease. Expect a call March 3rd around 9 am… or donate ahead of time.

To find out more about their fine organization, visit: http://www.mda.org/

H.O.P.E. ANNUAL MEETING

2009-03-02T15:35:00.000-08:00

The Linwood Christian Church has relocated and taken a new name: “Connexion Pointe Christian Church”. They will be hosting the Hispanic church planting gathering March 8th. This is an excel-lent opportunity to find out how Rafael is doing in his ministry, as well as the dreams God has given him for the future.

Place: 625 Columbia in downtown Lafayette.
Date: March 8th from 6 til 8 pm
Special Speaker: Lance Hurley, Executive Director of CDEA, to speak on the need for church planting in America
RSVP desired (they’re serving a light meal)

LETTER FROM MEXICO

2009-03-02T15:29:00.000-08:00

(From Garnet Calzedo - Mexican Medical Missionary)

Thank you again for the wonderful boxes you sent to the border. I am always so amazed at the nice things you send.

I think perhaps the influence of (Senator) Donnelly may have made a difference. We have no way of knowing for sure. (Javier) said he was there about 15 minutes. They just looked at one of the letters that was sent by the people in U.S. He said the guy walked away, came back and said it was approved. Thank you all so much for your help.

Sounds like you ladies have been really busy. God bless you all. I delivered another baby yesterday. It was really hard as the Mom was only 16 and the cord was around the neck. It took a lot our of me too, but all is well. I had been so very sick Sat. and Sunday. My throat swelled almost shut and I was one very sick lady. The poor gal came in on Sunday and I knew I just couldn't deal with it then. She was just beginning labor so I sent her home and prayed all day the Lord would hold her off until at least Monday. He did. I was still weak, but at least a whole lot better than Sunday. God is sooooooooo good.

February Sermons

2009-02-02T12:46:00.000-08:00

Something Old

Something New

1 – First Love
8 – Youth Sunday
15 – Til Death Do Us Part
22 – The Wedding Feast

Upward Football Kicks Off

2009-02-02T12:43:00.000-08:00

Upward Football is a program that helps kids have fun learning to play flag football in a safe, encouraging, and God-centered atmosphere. Every child plays, every child learns, and every child is a winner.
Sign up now to volunteer for coaching and refereeing.

· Coach and Ref Meeting: February 22nd—5 till 7 p.m. (open to public)

· Registration: February 23rd—3 till 6 pm Tuesday thru Friday (here at the church building)

· Coaches’ Meeting: March 8th at 6:00 pm

· Evaluation Week: March 16th (Monday) thru March 21st (Saturday)

· First Game: April 11th—last game May 30th

Youth Sunday - February 8th

2009-02-02T12:42:00.001-08:00

We have such a great youth group, we enjoy allowing them to take charge of Sunday services every 2 or 3 months. On February 8th, come and encourage our youth and cheer Ben Bonsett on as he shares his insights from Scripture.

Valentine Party - February 14th

2009-02-02T12:39:00.000-08:00

Signup to bring your sweetie to a Christian Valentine’s Party.
Meal begins at 6:30 pm (please sign up by Feb 8th so we have an idea how many to plan for).
THEN, at 7:30 we’ll be screening “Fireproof” - a powerful movie starring Kirk Cameron, about a fireman who’s a hero to everyone but his wife. It’s not only an entertaining video—it offers real insights on how to make our marriages stronger. (Child care provided)

Fireproof Movie Synopsis

2009-02-02T12:36:00.000-08:00

At work, inside burning buildings, Capt. Caleb Holt lives by the old firefighter's adage: “Never leave your partner behind”. At home, in the cooling embers of his marriage, he lives by his own rules.

His wife Catherine always dreamed of marrying a loving, brave firefighter...just like her dad. Now, after 7 years of marriage, she wonders when she stopped being "good enough" for her
husband.

Arguments over jobs, finances, housework, and outside interests have readied them both to move on to something with more sparks. As the couple prepares to enter divorce proceedings, Caleb's father challenges his son to commit to a 40-day experiment: "The Love Dare." While trying to stay true to his promise, Caleb becomes frustrated time and again. He finally asks his father, "How am I supposed to show love to somebody who constantly rejects me?" Is it too late to fireproof his marriage? His job is to rescue others. Now Caleb Holt is ready to face his toughest job ever...rescuing his wife's heart.

Tobagganning - February 28th

2009-02-02T12:33:00.000-08:00

Pokagon State Park has the state’s only refrigerated toboggan run (think a roller coaster where you have to carry the cart back to the start). We’re getting a group together to go February 28th, right after men’s prayer breakfast. If there’s enough snow on the ground, you could rent skis for a cross-country skiing experience. Any youth must be accompanied by an adult.

Summit Theological Classes

2009-02-02T12:30:00.000-08:00

Summit Theological Seminary (just south of Peru on US 31) will be offering the following classes in February:

How To Share Your Faith (taught by Kendall Faull) followed by

Ephesians (taught by George Faull).

Classes every Thursday night in February from 7:00 pm til 9:30. The first 65 students are free and DVDs will be available for purchase. For more information, call 765-472-4111.

JANUARY SERMON SERIES

2009-01-05T09:42:00.000-08:00

i-Truths for an i-Pod Generation
4 – i-Surrender
11 – i-Serve
18 – i-Give
25 – i-Live

GAME NIGHT

2009-01-05T09:41:00.001-08:00

GAME NIGHT—JANUARY 24th
Saturday, January 24th at 6:00 pm we’ll be having a game night at the church. We’ll are asking everyone to bring a 2 liter bottle of pop and their favorite finger foods (there will be signup sheets in the back) as well as a few card tables. Games will be supplied.

Sign Language Classes

2009-01-05T09:36:00.000-08:00

Every Saturday from January thru March, Kerri Butcher will be teaching sign language to all comers from 9:30 til Noon. They’re objective will be to continue their ministry of putting on programs in area churches to raise money for helping the hearing impaired to receive hearing aides, and other devises to help them function in our world. Monies are also used to fund deaf children who would like to go to a Christian camp.

Their Concert this year will be themed: “Jesus Christ, the Original Superman!”
For more information call 574-601-1236

From Our Files

2009-01-05T09:31:00.000-08:00

* Does your child need a tutor? Angie Peck is a skilled licensed educator who has tutored children for several years now. From pre-school through High School, she has the patience and love to help your child deal with the struggles of catching up when they get behind… and she does this as a Christian teacher who has a desire to make learning a joy for your son or daughter. For more information, call 765-398-4996.

* How To Share Your Faith is a seminar that will be offered at the Summit Theological Seminary (just south of Peru on US 31). Classes, taught by Kendall Faull will be offered every Thursday night in January beginning on the 8th from 7:00 pm til 9:30. The first 65 students are free and DVDs will be available for purchase. For more information, call 765-472-4111.

DECEMBER SERMONS

2008-12-03T12:55:00.000-08:00

His Name Is Wonderful
7 – Wonderful Counselor
14 – Mighty God
21 – Everlasting Father
28 – Prince of Peace

CANTATA AND CAROLING

2008-12-03T12:50:00.000-08:00

CHRISTMAS CANTATA DEC. 21st MORNING WORSHIP
Details are yet to be worked out, but our church choir has
been working hard on this year’s Cantata which focuses on the birth of Christ from Joseph’s point of view.

THEN CAROLING THAT NIGHT (21st)
We’ll have a church bus to take us to the nursing homes and
other locations. If you have suggestions about where to sing
be sure to let Jeff know. We’ll meet at 5 p.m.

LADIES COOKIE EXCHANGE

2008-12-03T12:48:00.000-08:00

Susan Turrill will be hosting the cookie exchange this year which will be held at her home in Galveston, Tuesday December 9th at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is to bring 3 dozen cookies. You can also bring a gift for the gift exchange if you desire. All the ladies of the church are also encouraged to fill out a “secret sister” bio. If you sign up you’ll be assigned a “secret sister” for next year. It’s a great way to get to know others women in the church.

NEW CLASS ON ACTS

2008-12-03T12:46:00.000-08:00

Don Allison will be moving over to the New Testament Class Room (the one next to the kitchen) to start a new class on the book of Acts starting December 7th at 9:30 am.
The class on the Old Testament will continue with Jim Thompson teaching (they’re in Jeremiah right now).

EXTRA STUFF FROM OUR FILES IN DECEMBER

2008-12-03T12:41:00.000-08:00

· Does your child need a tutor? Angie Peck is a skilled licensed educator who has tutored children for several years now. From pre-school through High School, she has the patience and love to help your child deal with the struggles of catching up when they get behind… and she does this as a Christian teacher who has a desire to make learning a joy for your son or daughter. For more information, call 765-398-4996.

· Christmas at 12 Mile. Twelve Mile, IN is staging their annual drive through on Dec. 13th and 14th from 6:30 til 8:30 p.m.

· Journey To Bethlehem is an intriguing experience for the whole family. You’ll see Roman soldiers, Jewish children, and merchants offering pots and jewelry… and at the end you’ll see the manger with Joseph, Mary and Jesus. You can take this journey December 13th (a Saturday) from 5 till 8 pm and Sunday the 14th from 2 till 5 pm at the Zion Bethel Church—415 S. Third St. in Monticello, IN. No admission charge. Call 574-583-9798 for more information.

OCTOBER SERMONS

2008-10-06T07:15:00.000-07:00

THE MAX FACTOR

5—”First Light” Factor
12—The “Abraham” Factor
19—The “Jesus” Factor
26—The “Acts” Factor

STAND UP FOR JESUS CONVENTION

2008-10-06T07:11:00.000-07:00

Think of it as a political convention for Jesus. Churches will be there from across Cass and Miami County to cast their vote for Jesus in a mockup of an old time political convention with various congregations holding their placards high for Christ. The event will take place Saturday, October 25th, at the Miami County Fair Grounds Exhibit Building

Breakfast will be served from 8 til 10 a.m.

Lunch will be served from 11 a.m. til 6 p.m.

Singing will go on throughout the day featuring groups from various churches as well as Family Ties, The Jubilees and our own SonShine Boys. Main program will begin at 6 p.m. (For more info, see bulletin board).

ANNUAL MEETING

2008-10-06T06:54:00.000-07:00

October 26th at Noon
Our annual meeting has always been in January, but we decided we couldn’t make the proper plans for the upcoming year after it was already a month gone… so we’ve moved it to October. The meeting will be preceded by a carry-in meal (always a great thing to do) and the various ministries will be able to tell us what has happened over the past year. THERE WILL BE ONE SERVICE that Sunday!

TRUNK OR TREAT

2008-10-06T06:52:00.000-07:00

Our Fall Festival (intended as a safe and family friendly alternative to Halloween) is scheduled for Sunday, October 19th starting at 4 pm. Kids are encouraged to dress up in all kinds of outfits for our “Costume Parade”, but please NO ghoulish or frightening masks and attire.

We’ll have a hayride, games, food, and—of course—the trunks of cars backed up in a semi-circle and loaded with candy. Greg Peck will be bringing the devotion which will help the kids center on the Christ who changes people (and dresses them in elegant white garments in eternity).
There’ll be a signup for people that want to bring their cars, and another for volunteering to do various activities.

SONSHINE BOYS IN CONCERT

2008-10-06T06:49:00.000-07:00

October 11th – Church of Christ at Harlan, IN
October 25th—Peru Sing Fest (Stand Up For Jesus Convention)

November 22nd—PCHCC at Winamac 10 a.m.

November 22nd - 6pm at the Church of Christ at Logansport, with Minister's Quartet (to raise money for their bus repairs).
November 29th—Gospel Christmas Concert at McHale. The SonShine Boys will be in concert with Crystal Valley Quartet (an excellent group) 6 p.m. Saturday night.

SUMMIT THEOLOGICAL

2008-10-06T06:48:00.000-07:00

In September Summit Theological Seminary will have Jerry Paul speak Thursdays at 7:00 pm October 23rd thru December 18th. The Topic will be “Understanding Galatians”.

For more information call 765-472-4111

NEW CHANCES FOR FELLOWSHIP

2008-10-06T06:47:00.000-07:00

Bible Studies—there’s a new one at the Phillips home in Royal Center at 6:30 pm on Tuesday s, and Hardy’s are restarting theirs after the summer holidays at 6:00 pm on Wednesday s (contact office 574-753-8552, or e-mail us at zztarzan@hotmail.com for more information).

Also, our Men’s Prayer Breakfast (Saturdays at 7:30 am) is going well with an average of 13 men per Saturday.

AUGUST SERMONS

2008-08-05T08:53:00.000-07:00

Child-Like Faith

3—He’s Got the Whole World In His Hands
10—This Little Light of Mine (Greg Peck)
17— I’m In the Lord’s Army
24—Be Careful Little Eyes
31—Jesus Loves Me

SONSHINE BOYS IN CONCERT

2008-08-05T08:51:00.000-07:00

The SonShine Boys will be in concert at the following two locations

24th—Independent Christian Church in Peru at 6m. Free.

30th—Southern Gospel Jubilee at McHale Performing Arts Center—with the Southern Gospel group The Jubilees. 6 pm.
Tickets $8 in advance, $10 at the door

Spaghetti Dinner For Cancer Victiim

2008-08-05T08:43:00.000-07:00

For: Chad Padgett, husband and father of 3, member of Walton Christian church, is suffering from Pancreatitis.
When: August 10th, Noon til 2 pm
Where: Walton Christian Church
Freewill Offering. Please give generously

SUNDAY EVENING UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT

2008-08-05T08:40:00.001-07:00

Starting in August, and beginning at 6 PM each Sunday, Greg Peck will be organizing ourSunday Evening worship. The focus has always been on offering an evening worship to those who weren’t able to make the morning services. Greg is a high powered preacher who loves Jesus, and he and his wife Angie will create a very different worship atmosphere than the our usual morning setting. Come check it out.
Bus transportation and nursery will be available

PEANUT BUTTER SUNDAYS

2008-08-05T08:33:00.001-07:00

We’ll be collecting food for our Food Bank August on the 3rd and 10th. Folks are encouraged to bring jars of peanut butter and jelly to help stock us up.
The Food Bank team would like to thank everyone who has donated food and time to make this ministry successful.

JULY SERMON SERIES

2008-07-01T13:19:00.000-07:00

GET SMART

6 – Control Vs. Kaos
13 – Missed It By That Much
20 – Would You Believe...?
27—Agent 99

SONSHINE BOYS AT CONVENTION

2008-07-01T13:16:00.000-07:00

August 1st at 8:00 pm at the
Northern Gospel
Singing Convention

The SonShine Boys will join over 40 Southern Gospel groups at the 9th Annual Northern Gospel Singing Convention in Marion, IN. This 3 day gathering will feature a number of quartets, trios, duets and soloists from across Indiana.

If you’d like to go (either to hear the Sonshine Boys, or just to enjoy the music from all kind of groups): We have tickets for that night ($10) and the church bus will also take anyone who wants to go that Friday.
Sunnycrest Baptist Family Life Center
2172 W Chapel Pike
Marion, IN

SENSATIONAL "SOAKER" SATURDAY

2008-07-01T13:14:00.000-07:00

The first VBS of July will be on Saturday the 12th. “Pirate Joe Swallow” invites all the kids to a “Soaker” Saturday with water balloons, water pistols and other stuff to get wet with. Come dressed to get wet and have a good time.

WHERE: Here at the church building
WHEN: Saturday July 12th
TIME: 11:30 am (lunch will be served)

PRAYER BREAKFAST IN JULY

2008-07-01T13:13:00.001-07:00

July 19th at 7:30 am the men will have another prayer breakfast here at church. Breakfasts are always good, but the prayers will include praying for our Mexican Mission team. Things happen when men pray, so make it your objective to add your prayer to ours

MOSES & FRIENDS - Part 2

2008-06-10T11:26:00.000-07:00

JUNE

1st – Love In The Desert
8th – A Man With A Bad Idea
15th – The Father Figure
22nd —Pride and Punishment
29th —Wise Advice

(click on cartoon to see it in larger format)

SONSHINE BOYS CONCERT

2008-06-10T11:13:00.000-07:00

JUNE 28th

McHale Performing Arts Center 6 pm

Triple Quartet Night

SonShine Boys

Hoosier Harmony

The Eternals

WEDNESDAY NIGHT VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

2008-06-10T11:10:00.000-07:00

Greg has decided that VBS is too much fun to restrict to a single week during the summer—he wants to have it one night a week for 9 weeks and keep the kids interested in Christ for the better part of the summer.

Theme: The Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything

Greg will be back as Captain Joe Swallow to host this Veggie Tales themed VBS. We’ll start June 4th and meet every Wednesday thru the last one in July.

There will be crafts, games and especially talk about how we much Jesus loves us and what He wants to do in the lives of our children. The bus will still be picking kids up—all you need do is ask.

May Sermon Series

2008-05-05T09:09:00.001-07:00

Moses & Friends
4 – Waiting On God
11 – The Mom Who Trusted God
18 – A Prejudiced Woman
25—The Weaker Brother

From Our Files

2008-05-05T09:09:00.000-07:00

Alexander Christian Foundation (ACF) is one of our organizations which raises money for scholarships for young men and women who want to go to Bible college. ACF is having a Spring Golf Outing on May 29th at the Greenfield Country Club. Cost will be $75 per golfer and monies raised will be put in the scholarship fund. If you’re interested, see Jeff.

Johnson Bible College (in Knoxville, Tennessee, where Tasha is attending) is holding a Women’s Retreat featuring Kay Moll, May 16th and 17th. Transportation is arranged. If you’d like to go as well see Tammy Broad.

Rainbow Christian Camp—It’s time to plan now for the summer camp season. If you have any questions, call Bev Seybold or Rainbow Camp.

Summit Theological Seminary will have Kendall Faull in to teach on the book of Colossians. Kendall is a dynamic preacher and you’ll learn some valuable insights into this great letter to the church. Thursdays at 7:00 pm. For more information call 765-472-4111.

GARNET CALZEDA TO SPEAK May 4th

2008-05-05T09:08:00.000-07:00

There will be only ONE service on this Sunday. Followed by a carry-in dinner to honor our special guest.
At 9:30 Garnet Calzeda—our medical missionary in Mexico—will be here to speak during the Sunday School Hour. She’s an interesting speaker and a visionary for the cause of Christ. She’s already helped train preachers for several churches in that area, besides ministering to the sick and needy in a land where there’s plenty of sick and needy—all in the name of Jesus.
I went with our mission team last summer and I’m convinced her talk will inspire you and your family. So, ya’ll come and hear about what God is doing south of the border.

LADIES TEA May 16th

2008-05-05T09:04:00.000-07:00

Our ladies are planning their annual “Tea Party” May 16th at 6:00 pm. They wouldn’t let me in last year (I guess my wig didn’t fool them) but it’s a great time for the ladies of our congregation—and their friends—to enjoy each other’s company in a fun atmosphere.
SPECIAL NOTICE: There will be a “Hat Contest” that night.

MEN’S PRAYER BREAKFAST—May 17th

2008-05-05T09:02:00.001-07:00

Women have their tea… men have their breakfast. It’s always good food, but also a time to focus as men on the most important weapon in the Christian arsenal. When men pray together things happen. Plan to be there Saturday May 17th at 7:30 am.
Real men get up early to pray.

SONSHINE BOYS ITINERARY IN MAY

2008-05-05T09:01:00.001-07:00

May 3rd—Gospel Barn in Bluffton, IN 7 pm
May 12th—McHale Auditorium 6pm (with The Harpers and The Overtones)
May 18th—Mother’s Day meal at Burnettsville Christian Church.

April Sermon Series

2008-04-01T11:58:00.001-07:00

CALLING HOME (prayer)
6 – Outgoing Calls
13 – Incoming Calls
20 – Can You Hear Me Now?
27—Dropped Calls

Mexican Missionary To Speak

2008-04-01T11:56:00.000-07:00

Garnet Calzeda—our medical missionary in Mexico—will be here to speak at our worship times and Sunday School Hour on the 20th. That will be ten days before her birthday (and “no” I don’t know how old she’ll be).

She’s an interesting speaker and a visionary for the cause of Christ. She’s already helped train preachers for several churches in that area, besides ministering to the sick and needy in a land where there’s plenty of sick and needy—all in the name of Jesus.
I went with our mission team last summer and I’m convinced her talk will inspire you and your family. So, ya’ll come and hear about what God is doing south of the border

New Family Meal - April 27th

2008-04-01T11:52:00.000-07:00

We’ve had such an influx of new families this past year that we felt it would be a good time to get everybody together (new people & old members) to bond in a time of fun, frolic and frivolity… along with some good food.
Date: April 27th - Sunday Evening
Time: 6:00 pm
What to bring? A covered dish and a board game.

Extra Stuff From Our Files

2008-04-01T11:50:00.000-07:00

Alexander Christian Foundation (ACF) is one of our organizations which raises money for scholarships for young men and women who want to go to Bible college. ACF is having a Spring Golf Outing on May 29th at the Greenfield Country Club. Cost will be $75 per golfer and monies raised will be put in the scholarship fund. If you’re interested, see Jeff.

Johnson Bible College (in Knoxville, Tennessee, where Tasha is attending) is holding a Women’s Retreat featuring Kay Moll, May 16th and 17th. Transportation is arranged. If you’d like to go as well see Tammy Broad.

Rainbow Christian Camp—It’s time to plan now for the summer camp season. Deadline for early registrations: April 30th (you get $20 off if you register before this date). If you have any questions, call Bev Seybold or Rainbow Camp.

Summit Theological Seminary will have Kendall Faull in to teach on the book of Colossians. Kendall is a dynamic preacher and you’ll learn some valuable insights into this great letter to the church. Thursdays at 7:00 pm. For more information call 765-472-4111.