Announcements for the week of 3/30/08

Sunday’s teaching: Acts 15:36-16:10

PLEASE KEEP IN YOUR PRAYERS- Richard White & Family, the family of Howard Rose, Mary Barrett, Mary Catherine Vizza, Beckie Cannon, Ron Elliott, Jess Falcion.

YOUTH BAND MEMBERS – Meet Tuesday at 5 p.m. in the cafeteria for pizza and ministry discussion with Pastor John.

COMMUNION- Will be celebrated this Thursday at 7 p.m. The study of Obadiah will continue next week.

WIDOWS FELLOWSHIP - Will meet Friday at 7 p.m. in the cafeteria. 
 

NEW YORK CITY RELIEF- Please prayer for our twelve missionaries as they travel to New York City, THIS Thursday. They will serve with the New York City Relief in order to provide food and to share the Good News of the Gospel with people on the streets of Harlem, Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan-Chelsea Park and Newark, NJ. Last minute sock donations may be placed in the “Sock Box” located in the foyer.

ACQUIRE THE FIRE- ATF is a hot, spiritually electrifying youth conference that will challenge teens with this year’s theme to let “Their Voice Be Heard for Christ”. We have attended ATF for several years, and have seen the Lord use this event to grab hold of teens and truly change their lives. ATF is scheduled for May 2&3. The cost for the two day event ticket & transportation is $70. Registration deadline is April 17th. Flier/Permission slip available in foyer.

ETERNAL INVESTMENT- Once again we are asking for your generous financial support, to sponsor a teen, who otherwise would be unable to attend this impactful event. Donations can be placed in offering box. Please designate donation, Acquire the Fire.

MOTHER & TEEN DAUGHTER LUNCHEON~ “Reflections of Godly Beauty” – We will host a very special luncheon providing mothers & their teen daughters the opportunity to share a refreshing memorable experience together. The luncheon will be served in our “garden cafe” on Saturday May 10th at 12:00 noon. Tickets ($12.50 per person) will be available stating April 13th.

REMINDER: Men’s Retreat- Please make your retreat payments to Nancy (Church Secretary). Please remember to complete your registration form, and return it, along with the $65 fee to Nancy (church secretary) by Sunday, April 6. Checks are payable to Calvary Chapel. Contact Doug Sahady with questions (724) 377-2155.
Week of March 30, 2008

NEW ONLINE- Bible verses are now linked to the Adopt A Student daily prayers. In addition, a link to the complete King James Bible is available in the blogroll in the right-hand column of the www.calvarychapelfredericktown.wordpress.com site.
C&O CANAL MEN’S BIKE TRIP- A meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 9 @ 3:30 in the school cafeteria to discuss this years C&O Canal Bike Trip (5/21 thru 5/26). Anyone interested in participating should attend, as this will be the only meeting. The trip is for males, age 12 and up. Even if you cannot attend the entire trip, it will be possible to coordinate with the group, and to meet them somewhere along their route. The meeting will detail the itinerary, essential equipment, and transportation issues. There is a $10 fee. Contact Richard Birch, Jr., or Rich Cramer for details, and/or to sign up.
BELIEVER’S MEETING – a Believers Meeting will be held on Sunday, April 13 at 7:00 p.m.
DINNER AND A MOVIE- Join us Friday, April 18th for a “Dinner & a Movie”, potluck in the basement fellowship hall. Dinner will be held at 6p.m., followed by the movie “Facing the Giants” at 7:30 p.m. in the sanctuary. RSVP by signing the sheet in the rear of the sanctuary. We hope to see you all here, for a night of family fun. Call Tricia Blatnik with questions, 724-377-0074.
POT LUCK HELP NEEDED- We are in need of a place to hold indoor potlucks. If anyone has any information about a location, please contact Tricia Blatnik 377-0074.

CALVARY CHAPEL COOKS - We need more recipes for our Calvary Chapel Cookbook. The sale of this cookbook will benefit missions. Please submit complete recipes with your name and phone number in the box at the rear of the sanctuary or by posting in the comment section of this site, or call Shelly Thomas (267-3930) or Carol Steve (632-5421) w/ questions.

Announcements for the week of 3/23/07

PLEASE KEEP IN YOUR PRAYERS – Richard White & Family, the family of Howard Rose, Joseph Fleming, Carol Steve, Warren Wortman, Carol Brown, Mary Barrett, Mary Catherine Vizza, Beckie Cannon, Ron Elliott, Jess Falcion.

THANK YOU – Thanks to everyone who contributed time and resources to the Easter Fruit Basket outreach.

THURSDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY – “The vision of Obadiah. Thus saith the Lord God concerning Edom; We have heard a rumour from the Lord, and an ambassador is sent among the heathen, Arise ye, and let us rise up against her in battle.” (Obadiah 1:1). Our evening study will begin the book of Obadiah this Thursday night at 7p.m..

NEW ONLINE - Bible verses are now linked to the Adopt A Student daily prayers. A link to the complete King James Bible is available in the blogroll in the right-hand column of this site.

DINNER AND A MOVIE – Join us Friday, April 18th for a “Dinner & a Movie”, potluck in the basement fellowship hall. Dinner will be held at 6p.m., followed by the movie “Facing the Giants” at 7:30 p.m. in the sanctuary. RSVP by signing the sheet in the rear of the sanctuary. We hope to see you all here, for a night of family fun. Call Tricia Blatnik with questions, 724-377-0074.

C&O CANAL MEN’S BIKE TRIP – A meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 9 @ 3:30 in the school cafeteria to discuss this years C&O Canal Bike Trip (5/21 thru 5/26). Anyone interested in participating should attend, as this will be the only meeting. The trip is for males, age 12 and up. If you cannot attend for the entire time, it will be possible to coordinate with the group, and to meet somewhere en route. The meeting will detail the itinerary, essential equipment, and transportation issues. There is a $10 fee. Contact Richard Birch, Jr., or Rich Cramer for details, and/or to sign up.

UPDATE Men’s Retreat – Please make your retreat payments to Nancy (Church Secretary). Anyone who signed up for the upcoming Men’s Retreat should see Doug Sahady, TODAY, to pick up an information/registration pamphlet. Please complete the registration and give it, along with the $65 fee to Nancy (church secretary) by Sunday, April 6. Checks are payable to Calvary Chapel. Contact Doug Sahady with questions (724) 377-2155.

NEW YORK CITY RELIEF – On April 3rd twelve missionaries will travel to New York City to serve with the New York City Relief in order to provide food and to share the Good News of the Gospel with people on the streets of Harlem, Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan-Chelsea Park and Newark, NJ. We would like to collect 500 pairs of socks . We hope you will join with us in helping reach our goal. Donations may be placed in the “Sock Box” located in the foyer.

The Resurrection: Answering the Skeptics
By Charles F. Stanley
Did Jesus really rise from the dead? Critics of our faith find it hard to believe. Even Christians sometimes wrestle with doubts regarding His resurrection. Does it matter whether or not our savior rose from the dead? The apostle Paul certainly thought so. He wrote, “If Christ has not risen, then our preaching is vain, and your faith is also vain…and if Christ has not been raised, your faith is worthless; you are still in your sins” (1 Cor. 15:14,17).
Let’s look at a few theories that attempt to discredit the Resurrection and examine the evidence that disproves them.
The swoon theory maintains that Jesus was not really dead but only fainted on the cross. After He was laid in the grave, the cool, damp environment of the cave revived Him.
There are numerous problems with this from both a biblical and practical perspective. The Bible said Jesus was dead. He “yielded up His Spirit” (Matt. 27:50). Even the Pharisees wanted the tomb sealed, “lest His disciples come and steal Him away, and say to the people, ‘He has risen from the dead’” (Matt. 27:64).
From a practical point of view, those who hold to the swoon theory do not understand the horrors of crucifixion. Even the soldiers who went to break Jesus’ legs realized they didn’t have to because He was dead. Furthermore, no one just awakened from a swoon could push away the huge stone that sealed the door to the tomb, much less subdue the guards stationed there.
Others claim that Jesus’ body was stolen.
Two groups of people could have taken it: His friends or His enemies. Many of His disciples went to their graves still claiming Jesus was the Christ and that He rose from the dead. People don’t typically die for what they know to be a lie.
His enemies had a better opportunity to steal the body. They could have struck a deal with the soldiers standing guard—after all, they were allies. Even so, Jesus’ enemies had no reason to steal His body. But if they had stolen it, when news of the resurrection surfaced, wouldn’t they have produced the body to disprove rumors that Christ was alive? Of course they would. The only reasonable explanation is that He died, was buried, and rose from the dead. After all this, He walked the earth for 40 days.
Some believe that Christ’s followers merely imagined seeing Him alive. After Jesus arose, He appeared both to individuals, such as Mary Magdalene (John 20:11-18) and Peter (1 Cor. 15:5); and small groups of people, such as the two men on the road to Emmaus (Luke 24:13-27) and His disciples (John 20:26-29; Acts 1:3-11). First Corinthians 15:6 tells of five hundred followers seeing Him at once.
When skeptics assert that only a handful of people imagined seeing the Lord Jesus, they have a hard time refuting His appearance to five hundred people. It is impossible to think that a crowd that size would imagine the same thing, no matter how grief-stricken they were.
The fact is He said He would rise, and He did. The disciples’ lives were transformed. Many boldly held their faith to the point of martyrdom. Even the day on which we worship was changed from Saturday to Sunday to celebrate His resurrection.
How does the Resurrection give us hope?
There was a time when I would nearly become physically ill when I thought about having to bury my mother one day. My father died when I was nine months old, and she and I were a team as I grew up. She loved me with all her being, and I loved her.
One Easter Sunday, she fell down some basement steps. It was not long after that she suffered a stroke and was hospitalized. In November of that same year, God took her home to Himself.
Although deeply saddened, I knew it was not a final parting. If I served a savior who was still in the grave, I would have no hope whatsoever that my mom is also alive. But I know that “because He lives, all fear is gone.” What I dreaded for so long was cloaked in His victory.
Of course, we grieve when someone we love is taken by death. But we mourn differently than the world does. We look forward to a wonderful reunion with all the faithful departed, and our Savior who died—and lives—for us!
If Jesus had remained dead, we would have nothing. No hope or faith—no comfort. But we have a living Savior who transcended the laws of death and crushed them forever. His resurrection assures yours. Because He lives, you will live forever.
Adapted from “Charles Stanley’s Handbook for Christian Living,” 1996, pp

Announcements for the week of 3/16/08

PLEASE KEEP IN YOUR PRAYERS  -  Richard White & Family, Howard Rose, Joseph Fleming, Carol Steve, Warren Wortman, Carol Brown, Mary Barrett, Mary Catherine Vizza, Beckie Cannon, Ron Elliott, Jess Falcion.

THURSDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY – Our evening study IS CANCELLED THIS WEEK.

 

GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE - A special Good Friday service will be held, this Friday, March 21 @ 7p.m.

YOUTH GROUP – is cancelled this Thursday.

 EVANGELISM TRAINING – Will meet on Thursday evening from 6:30 to 8:30p.m.  We will also utilize this time to prepare for the LYN Breakfast.

LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR – LYN will be open this Saturday, March 22 from 9a.m. to 12noon. Free children’s clothing exchange and pancake breakfast.

NEW YORK CITY TRIP – Our last preparation meeting will be on Saturday, March 22 rom 12:30 to 5p.m.  We will discuss a host of topics, including our homework and review of Bible tracts.  We will also use this time to finalize last minute details.

PARENT MEETING – A parent meeting will follow at 5p.m.  We will answer question and review our travel plans during this time.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE – Calvary Chapel Christian School is now accepting applications for the current school year for the following positions: Kindergarten Teacher and Substitute Teachers. If interested, contact Beckie Cannon at (724) 377-2523.

REMINDER Men’s Retreat – Please make you retreat payments to Nancy (Church Secretary).  We have 17 men from our church  who have decided to attend this years retreat hosted by CC Cleveland.  The retreat will be held at Life Ministries “Christ’s Castle” Retreat Center (April 25-27), near Franklin/Oil City, PA..  There is still time if you’d like to attend, but space is limited, so sign up    ASAP to reserve your spot.  A sign up sheet is located on the table in the rear of the sanctuary.  The theme is “Godly Men of the Bible”.  Cost is $65, due by Sunday, April 6.   Contact Doug Sahady with questions (724) 377-2155. 

Time Change EASTER OUTREACH - We are in need of volunteers for this years Easter Outreach.  We will meet to pack fruit  at 12 p.m. on Saturday, March 22, 2008 in the church basement.  In addition to packers, we need  volunteers to deliver this years baskets. (Those delivering baskets will need to meet in the church basement by 1 p.m. on March 22).  If you would like to assist in packing or delivering Easter fruit to the elderly in our community  &  surrounding areas, please join us.  Monetary donations, & donations of pastel ribbon & wrapped candy will be accepted by Thursday, March 20 in the church office.  Sign-up sheets are located in the rear of the sanctuary.  Contact Jim and Diann Stakias at 724-684-5776. 

POT LUCK HELP NEEDED – We are in need of a place to hold indoor potlucks.  If anyone has any information about a location, please contact Tricia Blatnik 377-0074.

NEW YORK CITY RELIEF – On April 3rd a group of twelve missionaries will travel to New York  City to serve with the New York City Relief providing food and sharing the Good News of the Gospel with the homeless and needy people on the streets of Harlem, Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan-Chelsea Park and Newark, NJ. The NYCR has an on-going need for new, men’s, white tube socks to be distributed to the homeless.  We would like to collect 450 pairs of socks . We hope you will join with us in helping reach our goal. Look for the “Sock Box” in the foyer to place your donations.

 CALVARY CHAPEL COOKS-  We need more recipes  for our Calvary Chapel Cookbook.  The sale of this cookbook will benefit missions.  Please submit complete recipes with your name and phone number in  the box at the rear of the sanctuary or at www.calvarychapelfredericktown.wordpress.com.  Call Shelly Thomas (267-3930) or Carol Steve (632-5421) w/  questions.

Announcements for the week of 3/2/07

PLEASE KEEP IN YOUR PRAYERS - Warren Wortman, Carol Brown, Mary Barrett, Ruth Ann Wolfe, Dennis Beaumont, Esther Dillie, Mary Catherine Vizza, Dave Marek, Beckie Cannon, Frank Henck, Ron Elliott, Jess Falcion.

THE THREE “R’s”: Reflection, Readjustment and Rededication - A communion service will be held on Thursday, March 6, at 7:00 p.m.

MEN’S RETREAT - CC Cleveland will host a men’s retreat from April 25 thru 27th at Life Ministries “Christ’s Castle” Retreat Center, near Franklin/Oil City, PA.. Cost is $65,  and includes 3 meals on Saturday, and breakfast on Sunday. Individuals should provide a snack for themselves, or to share for Friday evening. If you plan to attend, please sign the sign-up sheet located on the table in the rear of the sanctuary. It’s necessary that we provide CC Cleveland with a head count TODAY. Contact Doug Sahady w/questions (724-277-2155).

WIDOW’S FELLOWSHIP - Calvary Chapel Fredericktown will host its next widows fellowship meeting on Friday, March 7@ 7p.m. . Meetings are currently held monthly in the church cafeteria. Our desire is to address the spiritual/emotional needs of women who have experienced the loss of a spouse, by encouraging support, and promoting fellowship through discussion and the sharing of scripture. Please contact Flo Brovey (724-239-4118) or Shelly Thomas (724-267-3930) with any questions. DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME (begins 3/9) - In keeping with Calvary Chapel Fredericktown tradition, please do not move your clocks forward until after Sunday morning worship services. MEN’S BREAKFAST - The next men’s fellowship breakfast will be held on Saturday, March 8 @ 9a.m. at the Hartley Inn in Carmichaels.   Please read Chapter 4 in the “Calvary Chapel Distinctives” text.
S.W.A.T. (Students With A Testimony) - Will meet at the Beth Center High School flag pole this Wednesday March 5th at 7:00AM for a time of prayer and morning devotions. Students from all school districts are welcome.

DRAMA PRACTICE -Due to the Battle of the Bands on March 8^th, practice time has been changed to 9:00AM till 1:00PM. BELIEVER’S MEETING- A Believer’s Meeting will be held on Sunday, March 9 at 7:00 pm.

BATTLE OF THE BANDS - Our Youth Band “Anointed Chaos” will compete in the Battle of the Bands at Carmichaels High School Gymnasium this Saturday March 8th. They will compete against secular bands while performing before a non-Christian audience. This is a tremendous opportunity to be a light in a very dark world. Please pray for God’s protection over the band members and Greg as they step onto this spiritual “battlefield”. This event is a juried competition and your physical support would be greatly appreciated. Our performance time has not yet been assigned but will be announced Thursday night.

NEW YORK CITY RELIEF – On April 3rd a group of twelve missionaries will travel to New York City to work with the New York City Relief. We will serve food and share the Good News with the homeless and needy people on the streets of Harlem, Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan-Chelsea Park and Newark, NJ. The NYCR has an on-going need for new, men’s, white tube socks. They distribute the socks to the homeless in an effort to help them keep their feet warm & dry. We would like to bless NYCR and in turn the homeless by taking with us 450 pairs of socks. We hope you will join with us in helping reach our goal, by making a donation of a few pairs or packs of socks. Look for the “Sock Box” in the foyer to place your donations.

PASS IT ON! – As Psalm 78:4 says, “…we will tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the LORD, his power, and the wonders he has done.” Children’s Church is still in need of willing servants who want to pass on the Word of God to the next generation. You can help on a short-term or long-term basis for this ministry. If you sense the need and/or have the willingness to serve in your heart, please call Mr. Daniel (daytime 724-377-2523 or evening 724-377-0945).

CALVARY CHAPEL COOKS - We need more recipes for our Calvary Chapel Cookbook. The sale of this cookbook will benefit missions. Please submit complete recipes with your name and phone number in the box at the rear of the sanctuary or at  http://www.calvarychapelfredericktown.wordpress.com. Call Shelly Thomas (267-3930) or Carol Steve (632-5421) w/ questions.