Kaleidoscope- January 27

"Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it." I Corinthians 12:27

The "Kaleidoscope" email ministry is one aspect of the relationship building ministry of Life Transforming Ministries serving to highligh and draw attention to a diverse array of resources from Christians who share the desire to faithfully build up the body of Christ. It is intended to accelerate awareness, spiritual unity and collaboration in the Christian community. To find out more about the other collaborative initiatives of LTM please visit our website: www.QuietRevolution.org. If you are interested in more details on a specific part of the ministry of LTM you can Update Your Profile with us by clicking the link at the top or bottom of this email and registering for those areas you have further interest in. To offer a submission to "Kaleidoscope" please email your information to Kaleidoscope@QuietRevolution.org.

January 27, 2010

Greetings!

2 Corinthians 10:5 (NIV)

We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.

Shoes to Share- Operation T.H.E.R.E.

"The Haitian Earthquake Relief Effort"

Shoes2Share was birthed in Haiti when the organization's founders, Tim and Rhonda Wampler, spent significant time there during an extremely difficult adoption process of their 2 youngest children. Through communications with their friends and associates in the Haitian capital of Port-au-Prince, they have received heart-wrenching, eyewitness accounts of the terror and devastation brought about by this disaster.

Shoes2Share is facilitating a significant outreach to the nation of Haiti through Operation T.H.E.R.E. To get more information about this outreach and to find out how you can contribute please visite their website: www.shoes2share.com

Jesus Freaks- February 3

Praise Fellowship Church is hosting a team of young people from YWAM Denver on Feb. 3rd. They will be showing "Jesus Freaks", an observational, character-driven documentary following the lives of 45 snowboarders (ages 17-25) as they experience spiritual transformation in the wake of tragedy. Great event for teens and young adults! FREE! Love offering will be taken.

Event Information
Wed. Feb. 3rd at 7pm
Praise Fellowship Church
40 W. Pennsylvania Ave.
Downingtown, PA 19335

For more information please call 610-873-3400

Unemployed/Underemployed Workshop- 2/6

The Ministers Alliance of Coatesville and Vicinity has scheduled a free workshop on how churches can help maximize their resources in helping meet the needs of the unemployed and underemployed during these difficult economic times.

Showing the Love of Jesus to the Unemployed and Underemployed will be held from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, February 6, at Towerville Christian Church, 10 Hannum Drive at Strasburg Road, Towerville (Coatesville). It is open to area pastors, church leaders and individuals who have a heart for those who are struggling and would like to learn more about helping to meet both physical and emotional needs of the many unemployed and underemployed. The workshop also will present applications that are adaptable to other types of ministries to those who are struggling.

Casey Jones of Transformation Initiative of Parkesburg, a ministry that collects and shares information about the wealth of community resources available to individuals and families, will lead the activity.

Subjects will include an assessment of physical and emotional needs for both the unemployed and underemployed and their spouses and children, many of which go unrecognized; equipping congregations in undertaking an effective role in assisting those who are struggling; increasing the capacity of the church to help meet needs through easy enhancement of already existing resources; helping to identify and maximize use of internal and external resources and services that are available readily in a community; and development and enhancement of built-in networks that can assist persons in actually obtaining new employment.

Pre-registration is requested to help ensure availability of sufficient workshop materials.

TO REGISTER or for further information: email bps461@msn.com or call (484) 872-1298.

CTI Music Ministries in Coatesville- February 21

"The Haitian Earthquake Relief Effort"

CTI Music Ministries will be performing at Gateway Church on Sunday, February 21st at 6:00 pm.

CTI combines the latest Christian music, drama and personal testimonies to encourage the church to embrace Christ's call to "go and make disciples of all nations" (Matthew 28:19). Their full-time and summer programs send out teams of young musicians who are passionate about Jesus Christ.

After the concert they will be holding auditions for musicians between the ages of 16-30 who are interested in joining their ministry. Please join us for this exciting evening of outreach and encouragement! For more information about CTI you can visit www.ctimusic.org, and for directions to Gateway you can visit www.gcwired.com.

Hope and Healing for Broken Kids- March 13

Walt Mueller and the Center for Parent/Youth Understanding invite you to a one-day training seminar for youth workers, educators, parents, pastors, and counselors.

Early bird registration rates expire on February 1.

Saturday, March 13th, 8:45am to 5pm

The Family Center 835 Houston Run Drive, Gap, PA 17527

Brokenness and pain run deep and wide in today's youth culture. Our kids are victims of family breakups, violence, incest, date rape, sexual abuse, and other devastating circumstances. Today's kids are faced with issues of increasing complexity, but ignoring these issues is simply not an option. Working with hurting kids should not be taken lightly.

This CPYU one day seminar will help you answer the question "What do I do now?" and give you the confidence to listen and respond wisely to what your kids unload on you. Youth specialists Marv Penner and Rich Van Pelt will help you unpack and respond to the complex realities a majority of kids face today. You'll be equipped to offer a biblically rooted path towards wholeness- a path we're all going to be called to walk with hurting young friends.

For more information and to register please go to: http://www.cpyuresourcecenter.org/hoandheforbr.html

Brother 2 Brother Prayer Breakfast- 2/27

Download a flyer by clicking here

Location:

Hutchinson Memorial UAME Church

825 E. Chestnut Street, Coatesville, PA 19320

February 27 will be a kickoff for the Praise Celebration for the Fourth Annual Lock Arms for Christ Victory Parade and Rally for Peace, to be held on March 27, 2010 in Coateville.

Sponsored by:

Virtuous Sisters for Christ: www.virtuoussistersforchrist.org

The National Christian Conference Center

located in Valley Forge, PA

Life Transforming Ministries would like all readers to be aware of our friends at the National Christian Conference Center, where you can experience Jesus through relaxation, reflection and revelation. Please go to their website: www.nc3.org in order to get a taste of what they offer and to view their accomodations.

For a limited time, if you refer a ministry or church to book their conference or retreat with NC3, they will not only offer you 10% off your next event when the referral books, but they will also give first time guests of 25 or more 10% off their overnight event.

For more information please contact:
Rebekah Glennon @ 610-935-9100 x 170

We're Looking for You!
"Free Income Tax preparation through LTM"

Life Transforming Ministries will prepare your income taxes through its annual Volunteer Income Tax Assistance outreach. Through this collaborative partnership with the IRS and numerous church and community organizations, volunteers are equipped to prepare basic federal and state tax returns for low and moderate income families throughout Chester County. Last year more than 30 volunteers served 300 plus households and returned over $400,000 to taxpayers.

Click HERE for more information on the VITA program.

If you would like to have your taxes prepared through LTM's VITA program please call (610) 380-9099 to review your tax situation and to make an appointment.

Tax preparation services are available in Coatesville, West Chester, Phoenixville, Kennett Square and Exton.

If you are interested in supporting this outreach there are ways Church, Corporate and Agency groups can help:

Host sites
Volunteer teams
Publicity, customer statement or employee W2 stuffers (multiple marketing products available)
Hospitality
Behind the scenes
Cash and in-kind donations