CPC Weekly Bulletin: November 9, 2014 — November 15, 2014 Volume 2014—Issue 45 Marks of Maturity - James 3:13-18 Inside this issue: Ladies Bible Study 2 Noble Men’s Group 2 Connect Groups 2 CPC Youth Group 2 CPC Prayer & Praise 3 Operation Christmas Child 3 Building Fund Update 3 CPC Directory 4 CPC Information 4 Unsubscribe 4 As I have shared many times already in writing and in my messages, James’ purpose in writing to the Jewish Christians “scattered among the nations” was that they become mature in the faith. The Bible doesn’t teach us that all that matters is that we believe in Christ Jesus for salvation. It instructs us that we who have believed are to continue to grow and become mature followers of the Lord Jesus Christ. But sometimes we get confused about what that looks like. We definitely don’t want to confuse rituals with authenticity. This week, we’ll be looking at a portion of James’ letter which helps us to clearly indentify the Marks of Maturity. In the process of my studies Children’s Ministry This Week: Children’s Church Elsa Peters Nursery Tammy Anhalt Janelle Painter Laura Large = If needed this week, I read a really good quote by Ron Blue regarding the main point of the passage we will be focusing on this week. He said, “Wisdom is not measured by degrees but by deeds. It is not a matter of acquiring truth in lectures but of applying truth to life.” Obviously, we need to be taught and learn what should characterize our lives, but the knowledge of these virtues is not sufficient. What God is looking for is real life change brought about by consistently yielding to the Spirit of God in line with the truth of His Word. In the passage of Scripture we’re looking at this week, James uses the words “wise” and “wisdom” a number of times and explains there are two kinds of wisdom we can live by as people. If we live by the wisdom that comes from heaven, our lives will look very different than if we live by the wisdom of this fallen world and the forces of hell. I would love to have you join us at CPC this week to hear James’ challenge about how there is a great harvest for those who live according to the wisdom that comes down from heaven. Pastor Dave CPC Impact - “Chili when it’s Chilly” This Sunday, November 9th, we will have our second CPC Impact event following the morning service. Thank you to all of you who signed up to make chili and bring other food items to make this event possible. It is exciting to have the opportunity to fellowship together and enjoy some delicious chili. We will be and using the event to highlight the CPC Building Fund. Everyone that shows up for the event will be able to vote for their favorite chili, but anyone can vote more by purchasing additional tickets. All proceeds will go into the CPC Building Fund. If you have any questions, let me know. Vicki Valora Page 2 Volume 2014—Issue 45 Ladies’ Bible Study THERE’S BEEN A CHANGE!! NO study on Nov. 11, 2014 because of Veteran’s Day!! Our NEW study will begin Tuesday, November 18, 2014 at 6:30-7:30PM at CPC. We will be taking a look at 12 different women of the Bible. Each week we’ll be watching a DVD with different women speakers. Come and join us for week 1 as we learn about Eve and finding lasting contentment in truth. We would love to have many ladies participate with us. The Twelve Women of the Bible Study Guide by Sherry Harney is available at Christianbooks.com for about $8. All ladies are welcome to attend. Noble Men’s Group This week we will be continuing our study through the Old Testament book of Joshua. Just read chapter 11 and come join us on Wednesday, November 12, 2014 at 6 AM in the Church Fellowship Hall. All men are welcome to join us for this time of prayer and Bible study. Connect Groups Connect Groups this week!! We will be offering two different opportunities each week! Both groups will be organized in a similar way with time for prayer, discussion from our Sunday morning message and fellowship. Here are the two groups for you to chose from: Bud and Ruth Hillemeyer - Sunday, November 9 at 6 PM Casey and Erin Gordon - Wednesday, November 12 at 6 PM Please don’t miss out on this great opportunity to connect with others from CPC. All are welcome to attend. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to speak with Bud (928530-1802) or Casey (928-279-8106). CPC Youth Group -The Bridge Youth Group this week. Come and Join us!! There are two different groups for the youth of CPC to get connected with each Sunday night based on what grade a student is in this fall. Grades 6 -8 from 5:00 - 6:00 PM in the Youth Center Grades 9-12 from 6:00 - 7:00 PM in the Youth Center If you have any questions, contact Pastor Dave. (pastordavecpc@gmail.com or 262-442-6719) Page 3 Volume 2014—Issue 45 CPC Prayer & Praise Some requests are time sensitive and will not be able to wait until Thursday when we send out the Ebulletin. But if you have a prayer request or praise you would like to share with the CPC family, please send them to me by Wednesday morning. As many of you know, our CPC weekly E-Bulletin is posted to the CPC website. However, all personal prayer requests will be removed from the E-Bulletin before being uploaded to the website. Here are some prayer requests for this week: Note: These prayer requests and praises are for the CPC family only. They should not be taken from the E-Bulletin and posted on any other social media sites. Operation Christmas Child Thank you for getting involved with Samaritan’s Purse and picking up shoeboxes to send to children around the world this Christmas! All 50 boxes have been picked up. As you fill them, I would ask that you say a prayer that this small token will be used by our glorious Lord Jesus to influence children and their parents to turn to Christ for salvation. He is the greatest gift ever given, but He must be received. All boxes will need to be filled & returned to CPC by Sunday, November 16th with a $7 check enclosed. Building Fund Update CPC is embarking on a building program that, Lord willing, will result in a complete updating and renovation of our church sanctuary and foyer. A Sanctuary Renovation Team of Leann Sizemore, Chris McGirr, Mike Friend, Gary Messer and Bud Hillemeyer has been appointed to the initial task of planning the renovation project. Initial work by the team is focused on planning, scope and design followed by the development of a proposed budget for the remodel based on bids and estimates for the work to be completed. CPC is trusting the Lord to fund this project through the gifts of those who call Connection Point their church home. We are trusting that the Lord will raise up the needed finances without borrowing from a bank or the Alliance Development Fund. We ask that you first thank the Father for all that He has provided over the many years of life of CPC and for His faithfulness to us. Scripture points out that God promises the faithful that He will provide for them. This applies to the individual as well as the local body of believers. We also ask that you pray that the Lord will give us wisdom and ability, and that He will raise up the needed funds to complete this important improvement project. The Lord has already laid an initial foundation of funds and continues to add through the generous gifts of His people. If you are able to give to the Building Fund, that would be a huge blessing! But whenever we give it is to be an outward expression of our hearts to the Lord. The Lord wants us to give freely and with a joyful heart out of a recognition that what we have is all from Him. Even if you are not able to give financially toward this project, please recognize that you still have a huge part to play as we join together and keep this need before the Lord in prayer. Current Building Fund Balance: $31,335.12 Volume 2014—Issue 45 Page 4 Connection Point Church— Directory CPC Weekly Schedule: Sunday Morning Prayer: 8:45 AM in the Library with Pastor Dave &Patti Senior Pastor: Dave Hodgdon pastordavecpc@gmail.com 262-442-6719 Sunday Morning Service: 9:30 AM in the Main Auditorium (Nursery and Children’s Church provided) Connect Groups: Music Director: Sunday and Wednesday at 6 PM Bud Hillemeyer bhillemeyer@frontiernet.net 928-530-1802 Youth Group: The Bridge: Grades 6-8: 5:00-6:00 PM in Youth Room High School: 6:00-7:00 PM in Youth Room CPC Leadership Team: Dave Hodgdon, Mike Friend, Bud Hillemeyer, Roy Anhalt, Laura Large and Casey Gordon Ladies’ Bible Study: No meeting this week due to elections Noble Men’s Group: Wednesday at 6:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall Connection Point Church - Information Sunday Morning Service: 9:30 AM CPC Office Hours: Address: Patti: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, & Friday from 1-5 P.M. 4435 N. Shadow Rd., Kingman, AZ. 86409 If supplies are needed for the church, please communicate with Patti in the church office. Facebook: Dave: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 1-5 P.M. As well as 7 AM to Noon on Wednesday. connectionpoint@thedomechurch.com The office is Closed on Thursdays. The Office will also be closed on Tuesday (Nov. 11th) this week in honor of Veteran’s Day. Phone Number: 928-757-3475 Connection Point Church, Kingman AZ Email: Website: www.thedomechurch.com Unsubscribe: To remove your name from our mailing list, please respond to pastordavecpc@gmail.com with the word “unsubscribe” in the subject line. Questions or comments? Please contact Pastor Dave at pastordavecpc@gmail.com
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