Sunday January 16, 2011 

TO ALL CHURCHES:  From Raymond, Tonya, Nathan, Justine and Katie V.:  Words cannot adequately express our thanks and appreciation to our Church Family for your phone calls, cards, thoughts and prayers for the sudden passing of our beloved Mom and Oma.  It truly is a comfort knowing that our family of believers is there for us.  ..."For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11 

FIRST CHURCH:  On Monday morning, Grace V.  will undergo surgery for knee replacement.  We commit her to God’s care during this coming week.  We are thankful no one else is in hospital at this time. We express our Christian sympathy to Mrs. Patricia S. with the passing of her daughter, Irene J. in London hospital.  The funeral was to take place this past Thursday.  May God surround you with his comfort and care.  

Steve H. (fiancé of Kathryn K.) will be undergoing surgery on his ankle this coming Friday, January 21.  Please keep Steve in your prayers.

Those of our members celebrating birthdays this week are Mrs. Margaret O., who turns 94 tomorrow, Mr. Dick K. will be 79 on Tuesday, and Mr. Frank S. will turn 73 on Saturday. God's blessings in the year ahead. Continue to pray for our shut-ins; please visit when you are able.

Ø  SERVICE TIME & LOCATION: Services are at First CRC at 5 pm.
 

Ø  EVENING NURSERY VOLUNTEERS:         

            January 16 – Calvary Church in charge

            January 23 – Wilma J. and Cameron K.

            January 30 – First Church in charge

Evening Services: Beginning on February 6, we will again have our combined evening services in Grace CRC, at 5 PM, unless otherwise noted.

LAUDATE DOMINUM CHOIR... 50 YEARS OF PRAISE...Come and join us to celebrate our 50^th Anniversary.  Our practices are in Chatham Christian School Worship centre at 7:30 pm.  Sing with us to celebrate this milestone and praise the Lord. For more info call Harry R.  Hope to SEE you there.

WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY: services will be held at First Presbyterian Church from January 17^th-January 21^st from 12 noon to 12:35pm with a freewill offering each day.  Lunch will be provided after each service.  Everyone is welcome to attend.  Together let us make this a joyous celebration to God’s Glory and Praise!

Adult Education: Adult Class will continue for the next several weeks; please study Galatians 1 and if possible, read it through in one sitting.  We meet this Tuesday, January 18 @ 8 PM in the First CRC Council Room.  If you have not signed up, you are still most welcome to attend any of the sessions.

NeighbourLink Fundraiser: Please come out and enjoy and evening of fun and entertainment at NeighbourLink’s Mystery Dinner Theatre, to be held on February 12, 6-10 PM, at the Canadian Legion on St. Clair.  This fundraiser is to help our community deal with those in need of help in difficult economic times.  A four-course dinner will be served, with an auction to follow.  For tickets and more information, Pastor Jack Kerkhof @ 519-358-3512.

Fridays at Grace is looking for a junior youth leader for grades 6-8. This person will need to give a short message and supervise the kids we have people to organize a craft and activity. This program runs Friday night from 6:30-7:30. If you feel lead to be a part of this great night please call Greg or Carrie Nydam 519-352-5815.

Opportunity from Grace CRC Coffee Break – our Little Lambs (for children 3 years old) is growing and we are looking for an assistant to serve for a flexible 3-week commitment.  No preparation required!  Little Lambs meets during Morning Coffee Break so it would be Wednesdays from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.  Please contact Carol D. for more details.

Save the Date:  On March 4, 5 and 6, Chatham Christian High School presents the musical "Children's Letters to God" based on the book written by Stuart Hample.  Tickets will go on sale in the second week of February. 

Shepherd's Way Inn hopes to raise some much needed funding through January Benefit Dinners.  Saturday January 22 and January 29 there will be a delicious dinner served at Shepherd's Way Inn with live entertainment too.  There are 3 seating times (4-5:30pm, 5:30-7pm and 7-8:30).   Pre-purchase of tickets is recommended, the cost is $15 and they are available at Shepherds Way Inn, 260 King St W.  The grade 8 GEMS will be volunteering at these events if you would like to help to or have questions please give Theresa a call .

JK/SK Discovery Morning - Chatham Christian School is holding an open house for parents of children who will be four or five before December 31st, 2011.  The JK/SK Discovery Morning will be held on Wednesday, January 26th, from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon.  Feel free to drop in with your child, meet the teachers, view the curriculum, tour the school, and discover what makes Chatham Christian Schools unique.  For more information contact the school (519)352-4980 or visit us at our website www.chathamchristian.ca .  

Advance Notice: Mark this date on your calendar - Tuesday, February 8, 2011.  Make sure to reserve that evening for Couples Night Out to be held at Chatham Christian School, at 7:30 p.m.  This promises to be a wonderful evening with pastor/comedian Steve Geyer and music by Greg Sczebel, and is sponsored by World Vision, Gospel Text Bookstore, and Chatham Christian Schools.  Tickets are only $5.00 per couple and can be purchased in the school office or at Gospel Text Bookstore.  This will be a great pre-Valentine’s Day evening out.  You don’t want to miss it!

Decide today to give your spouse an unforgettable gift this Valentine's Day. Why not take your spouse away for a special weekend of communication, reflection and time away from your hectic schedule? Rekindle the joy, intimacy & romance in your relationship.  The next Reformed Marriage Encounter Weekend is February 18-20, 2011 in St. Catharines, ON. Early registration is highly recommended.  For more information or to register on-line, visit  www.reformedme.org   or call David and Danielle at (905) 985-8305. There is no sharing in a group on the weekend. 

GROUNDWORK - Living the Good Life (Beatitudes): In Matthew 5 Jesus teaches his disciples and a crowd of onlookers about the “good life.” What he says is surprising and puzzling. So how exactly does Jesus define the “good life”? Join the Groundwork conversation on Matthew 5. Tune in to the Jan. 23 Groundwork – find a local radio station or listen online at www.GroundworkOnline.com .

KIDS CORNER - Three on Responsibility: If it isn’t Liz’s fault, then whose fault is it? What’s going on? Find out on this week’s Kids Corner. Then check out the Kids Corner website at www.kids-corner.org  for stories, devotions, puzzles and more.

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