Announcements for the week of Sept. 28, 2008

TUBE SOCKS FOR NEW YORK CITY RELIEF – The Youth Group is planning an April Mission Trip to New York City. They will work with the NY City Relief Bus to feed the poor and homeless. We would like to distribute 1000 pairs of socks to the homeless to help protect their feet from sores and the cold damp weather. Socks are a much needed resource, and we are asking for your help to reach, and exceed our goal. When you are out shopping please remember those in need and pick up a pack of men’s white tube socks. A donation box is located in the rear of the church.
SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS NEEDED- Calvary Chapel Christian School is accepting applications for substitute teachers, grades 7th through 12th. If interested, contact the school at 724-377-2523.
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD  – Calvary Chapel is participating in “Operation Christmas Child”, A Project of Samaritan’s Purse. This ministry enables caring people to share God’s love with less fortunate girls and boys around the globe by giving special Christmas presents in a shoe box. If you’re interested in participating, pick up a brochure in the foyer, TODAY, as the deadline for dropping off the shoe boxes is 11-10-08. Please contact Tricia Blatnik  with any questions.
PLEASE KEEP IN YOUR PRAYERS – Pat Drilak, Juanita Kelly, Ruth Ann Wolfe, Nancy Yelinek, Andy Balog, Mary Barrett, Mary Catherine Vizza, Beckie Cannon, Jess Falcion.
SCHEDULE CHANGE FOR LADIES BIBLE STUDY- The books are on backorder. The new start date for the ladies Monday night Bible Study is Monday, October 6 at 7:00 p.m. Our new study, “Live Fearlessly”, is a study of the book of Joshua. Childcare will be provided. Please prayerfully consider coming to study God’s Word together with your sisters. A sign-up sheet is located in the rear of the sanctuary.
 
REVAMP POWER CHARGE – September 26 -28th- Teens: All money and forms are due immediately. Cost: $99.
HARVEST FEST CANDY DONATIONS NEEDED – We are in need of candy donations for the upcoming Harvest Festival. A collection container is in the foyer. Watch the bulletin for more details.

A PHOTO SLIDESHOW from the Fiesta potluck is now posted on the photo page. Access with the code announced at church.
URBAN MISSION TRIP TO PITTSBURGH – On Saturday, October 11, the teens will join with “Pittsburgh Project” for a One Day Service Camp. The group will spend the day helping to rebuild the homes of elderly, poor, shut-in, widowed and disabled residents of Pittsburgh. Projects usually include painting, cleaning, dry walling, general carpentry, and yard work. Cost for this one day project is $25 per person, and includes tuition, transportation, & a bag lunch. Commitment due by September 25th. Pick up a Flyer/Permission Slip for complete details. ADULT DRIVERS NEEDED: we are looking for adults (21yrs +) who are willing to provide transportation, and to serve as work site leaders. Please see Kurt if you are up to this rewarding challenge.
NOVEMBER PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION- If you haven’t registered to vote for this very important election, you can get a registration form from Mary Lou or Richard Birch.
THE THREE “R’s”: Reflection, Readjustment and Rededication – A communion service will be held on Thursday, October 9th, at 7:00 p.m.
BELIEVER’S MEETING- The next Believer’s Meeting will be on October 12th at 7PM. 
So, how should we honor our Pastors during Pastor Appreciation Month? Here are some ideas to get your creative juices flowing:
Ask him if you can go along on those Hospital and Shut-in visits.
Discover your Spiritual Gifts, and actually DO something with them in your church.
When you see him on Wednesday, tell him about the new insights you have as a result of meditating on last Sunday’s sermon.
Meditate on last Sunday’s sermon.
Grow up.
Anonymously (if possible) leave his favorite candy bar on his desk or in his mail slot.
Invite him to go fishing, golfing, or some other shared interest
—without an agenda.
Call him on the phone and ask what his prayer needs are.
Actually pray for his needs after he tells you what they are.
Mow his lawn
—anonymously—while he’s away from home.
Ask him how you can help him.
Actually help him after he answers #13.
Quit complaining.
Compliment him when he does things right.
Now that you’ve read this list, actually do some of it
—now.

by Dan Case,  excerpt from www.case-studies.com.

New slideshow posted on the photo page

Pictures from the Sept. 21, 2008 Fiesta potluck are now posted on the photo page in a slideshow. Please enter the code provided at church to view.

Announcements for the week of Sept. 21, 2008

PLEASE KEEP IN YOUR PRAYERS – Pat Drilak, Juanita Kelly, Ruth Ann Wolfe, Nancy Yelinek, Andy Balog, Mary Barrett, Mary Catherine Vizza, Beckie Cannon, Jess Falcion.
 
MEXICAN FIESTA POTLUCK – TODAY @ Pumpkin Run Park, immediately following the second service Activities include a Salsa taste testing contest, Pinata’s, and lots of fun. The church will provide tacos, burritos, nacho cheese, and drinks. Please bring a Mexican covered dish enough for your family plus four more.
 
SCHOOL BOARD MEETING- Calvary Chapel Christian School will hold it’s first school board meeting of the 2008-09 school year on Monday, September 22 @ 6:00 p.m. Please attend and support this ministry of our church.
SCHEDULE CHANGE FOR LADIES BIBLE STUDY- Due to the books being back ordered, the ladies Monday night Bible Study will now begin on Monday, October 6 at 7:00 p.m. Our new study, “Live Fearlessly”, is a study of the book of Joshua. Childcare will be provided. Please prayerfully consider coming to study God’s Word together with your sisters. A sign-up sheet is located in the rear of the sanctuary.
 
REVAMP POWER CHARGE – September 26 -28th- Teens: All money and forms are due immediately. Cost: $99.
LADIES RETREAT DEADLINE- The ladies retreat deadline is TODAY, so make sure you either sign up or make your payment today (table in the rear of the sanctuary). The retreat is scheduled for October 3-5, at the Jumonville Retreat Center in Hopwood, PA. If you’d like to help sponsor someone (full or partial) who might otherwise be unable to attend, please place your donation in an envelope marked “ladies retreat”, and deposit it in the offering box in the rear of the sanctuary. 
LYN- Our next work day is this Friday, Sept 26th 9 -12:00. LYN will be open Saturday Sept. 27th, and we desperately need volunteers this month. Please contact Pam Nuckels if you are able to volunteer 724-966-5221.

NOVEMBER PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION- If you haven’t registered to vote for this very important election, you can get a registration form from Mary Lou or Richard Birch.
URBAN MISSION TRIP TO PITTSBURGH – On Saturday, October 11, the teens will join with “Pittsburgh Project” for a One Day Service Camp. The group will spend the day helping to rebuild the homes of elderly, poor, shut-in, widowed and disabled residents of Pittsburgh. Projects usually include painting, cleaning, dry walling, general carpentry, and yard work. Cost for this one day project is $25 per person, and includes tuition, transportation, & a bag lunch. Commitment due by September 25th. Pick up a Flyer/Permission Slip for complete details. ADULT DRIVERS NEEDED: we are looking for adults (21yrs +) who are willing to provide transportation, and to serve as work site leaders. Please see Kurt if you are up to this rewarding challenge.
Harvest Fest CANDY DONATIONS NEEDED – We are requesting candy donations for the upcoming Harvest Festival. A collection container is in the foyer. Watch the bulletin for more details.
TUBE SOCKS FOR NEW YORK CITY RELIEF- The Youth Group is planning an April Mission Trip to New York City. They will work with the NY City Relief Bus to feed the poor and homeless. We would like to distribute 1000 pairs of socks to the homeless to help protect their feet from sores and the cold damp weather. Socks are a much needed resource, and we are asking for your help to reach, and exceed our goal. When you are out shopping please remember those in need and pick up a pack of men’s white tube socks. A donation box is located in the rear of the church.
SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS NEEDED- Calvary Chapel Christian School is accepting applications for substitute teachers, grades 7th through 12th. If interested, contact the school at 724-377-2523.

Announcements for the week of 9/14/08

PLEASE KEEP IN YOUR PRAYERS – Ruth Ann Wolfe, Lois Calderon, Tom Farrier, Nancy Yelinek, Andy Balog, Mary Barrett, Mary Catherine Vizza, Beckie Cannon, Jess Falcion.
BELIEVER’S MEETING- The next Believer’s Meeting is TONIGHT, September 14 at 7p.m. in the sanctuary.
MEXICAN FIESTA POTLUCK – September 21 @ Pumpkin Run Park. Activities include a Salsa taste testing contest, Pinata’s, and lots of fun. The church will provide tacos, burritos, nacho cheese, and drinks. Please bring a Mexican covered dish enough for your family plus four more. If you plan to attend, please sign the RSVP sheet in the rear of the sanctuary. TODAY is the last day to enter the Salsa contest by signing the sheet in the rear of the sanctuary. See or call Tricia Blatnick for details 724-377-0074.
SCHOOL BOARD MEETING- Calvary Chapel Christian School will hold it’s first school board meeting of the 2008-09 school year on Monday, September 22 @ 6:00 p.m. Please plan to attend and support this ministry of our church.
LADIES BIBLE STUDY- On Monday, Sept 22 @ 7p.m. we will begin a new study entitled “Live Fearlessly”, a study of the book of Joshua. Childcare will be provided. Please prayerfully consider coming to study God’s Word together with your sisters. Book orders are due TODAY, if you plan to attend, please reserve a copy by signing the book order form in the rear of the sanctuary.
REVAMP POWER CHARGE – September 26 -28th- Teen Quest announced an awesome weekend retreat for teens. The focus will be purity and a challenge for teens to recharge themselves for the job of living for Christ. Cost: $99 Due Sept. 18th.
SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS NEEDED – Calvary Chapel Christian School is accepting applications for substitute teachers, grades 7th through 12th. If interested, contact the school at 724-377-2523.
NOVEMBER PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION – If you haven’t registered to vote for this very important election, you can get a registration form from Mary Lou or Richard Birch.
URBAN MISSION TRIP TO PITTSBURGH – On Saturday, October 11, the teens will join with “Pittsburgh Project” for a One Day Service Camp. The group will spend the day helping to rebuild the homes of elderly, poor, shut-in, widowed and disabled residents of Pittsburgh. Projects usually include painting, cleaning, dry walling, general carpentry, and yard work. Cost for this one day project is $25 per person, amd includes tuition, transportation, & a bag lunch. Commitment due by September 25th. Pick up a Flyer/Permission Slip for complete details. ALSO, we are looking for adults (21+) who are willing to provide transportation, and to serve as work site leaders. Please see Kurt if you are up to this rewarding challenge.
RETREAT REMINDER – The ladies retreat is scheduled for October 3-5, at the Jumonville Retreat Center in Hopwood, PA. We are currently accepting registration and payment. If you’d like to help sponsor someone (full or partial) who might otherwise be unable to attend, please place your donation in an envelope marked “ladies retreat”, and deposit it in the offering box in the rear of the sanctuary. 
 ONGOING…
Box Tops for Education and Campbell’s Labels for Education- Calvary Chapel Christian School is collecting Box Tops for Education and Campbell’s Labels. As you purchase General Mills products, please clip and save the “Box Tops for Education” coupon on the package. The school will receive 10 cents for each box top. The school is also collecting Campbell’s Labels to earn school equipment. Go to www.labelsforeducation.com for a complete list of Campbell’s products. Please deposit the box tops and labels in the box located in the vestibule.
Cash for Trash – We continue to collect aluminum cans (please no scrap metal). All proceeds benefit mission trips. Please rinse your cans and place them in plastic garbage bags. Collection containers are located in the rear of the LYN house.
 
Recycle to Benefit School – CCCS needs your used printer cartridges. Staples will give the school $3 to be used for school supplies for every used printer cartridge they collect. A cartridge deposit box is located in the vestibule.

Announcements for the week of Sept. 7, 2008

PLEASE KEEP IN YOUR PRAYERS – Lois Calderon, Tom Farrier, Nancy Yelinek, Andy Balog, Mary Barrett, Mary Catherine Vizza, Beckie Cannon, Jess Falcion.
THANK YOU  – to all who served in the Mather Outreach. A special thank you to our wonderful teen servants! “I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me.” (Isaiah 6:8). The name of Jesus was proclaimed throughout the evening to the community of Mather. Many families were drawn to the park. Several teens heard the Truth on the basketball court. Please continue to cover this community in prayer as we watch for what the Lord will do.
LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR – Our next workday will be on Monday, September 8th, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Come and join us as we sort through mounds of donations.
BELIEVER’S MEETING – The next Believer’s Meeting is scheduled for Sunday, September 14 at 7p.m.
MEXICAN FIESTA POTLUCK – September 21 @ Pumpkin Run Park. Activities include a Salsa taste testing contest, Pinata’s, and lots of fun. The church will provide tacos, burritos, nacho cheese, and drinks. Please bring a Mexican covered dish enough for your family plus four more. If you plan to attend, please sign the RSVP sheet in the rear of the sanctuary.
LADIES BIBLE STUDY – On Monday, Sept 22 @ 7p.m. we will begin a new study entitled “Live Fearlessly”, a study of the book of Joshua. Childcare will be provided. Please prayerfully consider coming to study God’s Word together with your sisters. Book orders are due by Sept 14, so if you plan to attend, please reserve a copy by signing the book order form in the rear of the sanctuary.
 
REVAMP POWER CHARGE – September 26 -28th – Teen Quest has just announced an awesome new weekend retreat for teens. The focus of the weekend will be purity and a challenge for teens to recharge themselves for the job of living for Christ. Cost: $99 Due by September 18th.WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 7TH, 2008

SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS NEEDED – Calvary Chapel Christian School is accepting applications for substitute teachers for 7th through 12th grades. Please contact the school for more information, 724-377-2523.
 
BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION AND CAMPBELL’S LABELS FOR EDUCATION – Calvary Chapel Christian School is collecting Box Tops for Education and Campbell’s Labels. As you purchase General Mills products, please clip and save the “Box Tops for Education” coupon on the package. The school will receive 10 cents for each box top. The school is also collecting Campbell’s Labels to earn school equipment. Go to www.labelsforeducation.com for a complete list of Campbell’s products. Please deposit the box tops and labels in the box located in the vestibule.
 
CASH FOR TRASH – We continue to collect aluminum cans (please no scrap metal). All proceeds benefit mission trips. Please rinse your cans and place them in plastic garbage bags. Collection containers are located in the rear of the LYN house.
 
RECYCLE TO BENEFIT SCHOOL- CCCS needs your used printer cartridges. Staples will give the school $3 to be used for school supplies for every used printer cartridge they collect. A cartridge deposit box is located in the vestibule.  
NURSERY VOLUNTEERS - Please pick up your nursery schedule on the table in the vestibule today.
URBAN MISSION TRIP TO PITTSBURGH – On Saturday, October 11, the teens will join with “Pittsburgh Project” for a One Day Service Camp. The group will spend the day helping to rebuild the homes of elderly, poor, shut-in, widowed and disabled residents of Pittsburgh. Projects usually include painting, cleaning, dry walling, general carpentry, and yard work. Cost for this one day project is $25 per person, amd includes tuition, transportation, & a bag lunch. Commitment due by September 25th. Pick up a Flyer/Permission Slip for complete details. ALSO, we are looking for adults (21+) who are willing to provide transportation, and to serve as work site leaders. Please see Kurt if you are up to this rewarding challenge.
RETREAT REMINDER – The ladies retreat is scheduled for October 3-5, at the Jumonville Retreat Center in Hopwood, PA. We are currently accepting registration and payment. If you’d like to help sponsor someone (full or partial) who might otherwise be unable to attend, please place your donation in an envelope marked “ladies retreat”, and deposit it in the offering box in the rear of the sanctuary.
REMINDER – Keep placing your empty dish detergent bottles in the crate located in the foyer for the Youth Group’s use.
My Turn in the Nursery
Last Sunday was my turn in the nursery to work.
My heart wasn’t in it; my feelings were hurt.
A child from its mother did not want to part
And it cried a lot with its broken heart.
I prayed that soon the hour would end,
That I could relax – no more children to tend.
Soon the hour was over, it felt good to be free.
I said “Once a month was too much for me!”
The very next Sunday as I sat in the pew,
A very good sermon, but visitors were few.
But down came a woman and her soul was saved.
She was the mother of that crying babe!
Then it dawned on me that I had been a part
Of one being saved – giving God her heart.
From that day on I would never dread
Working in the nursery while souls are fed.
NURSERY- If the Lord has touched your heart and you would like to serve in the nursery – a sign-up sheet is in the rear of the sanctuary.