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Ministers Alliance of Coatesville & Vicinity Lenten Service Schedule- February 17 - April 2
 LENTEN SERVICES
(7 PM Devotions; 7:30 PM Worship)
Ash Wednesday, February 17
LOCATION: Holy Tabernacle Church of God in Christ (533 Coates St., Coatesville) PREACHER: Apostle Bobby Duncan (Greater Deliverance Church)
Wednesday, February 24
LOCATION: Towerville Christian Church (10 Hannum Drive, East Fallowfield, PA 19320)
PREACHER: Pastor Lillie Battle (St. Paul A.M.E. Church)
Wednesday, March 3
LOCATION: St. Paul AME Church (703 Merchant St., Coatesville) PREACHER: Rev. Dr. Gradis M. Eggleston, Jr. (First Baptist Church of Bernardtown)
Wednesday, March 10
LOCATION: New Hope Glad Tidings Church of God (80 Foundry St., Coatesville)
PREACHER: Pastor Randall Harris (Tabernacle Baptist Church)
Wednesday, March 17
LOCATION: Set Free by the Word @ 7th Day Adventist Church (200 W. Lincoln Hwy, Coatesville)
PREACHER: Pastor Herbert Outzs (Zion Baptist Church)
Wednesday, March 24
LOCATION: Bethel AME Church (671 S. 1st Ave., Coatesville)
PREACHER: Pastor Michelle Foster (Modena Church of God)
HOLY WEEK LENTEN SERVICES @ 1st Baptist Church of Bernardtown (1208 Youngsburg Rd., Coatesville)
Monday, March 29, (7 PM Devotions, 7:30 PM Worship)LOCATION: First Baptist Church of Bernardtown (1208 Youngsburg Rd., Coatesville) PREACHER: Pastor John Carlson (Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd)
Tuesday, March 30, (7 PM Devotions, 7:30 PM Worship)
LOCATION: First Baptist Church of Bernardtown (1208 Youngsburg Rd., Coatesville) PREACHER: Pastor Jason C. Williams (Victory Way of The Cross Community Church of Christ)
Wednesday, March 31, (7 PM Devotions, 7:30 PM Worship)LOCATION: First Baptist Church of Bernardtown (1208 Youngsburg Rd., Coatesville) PREACHER: Elder Alinda Eggleston (Set Free by the Word Ministries)
MAUNDY THURSDAY, April 1, (7 PM Devotions, 7:30 PM Worship)
LOCATION: First Baptist Church of Bernardtown (1208 Youngsburg Rd., Coatesville) PREACHER: Pastor John S. Scott (Mt. Olivet Baptist Church)
GOOD FRIDAY, April 2 (11:30 AM Devotions; 12 Noon to 3 PM Worship & Preaching)
LOCATION: First Baptist Church of Bernardtown (1208 Youngsburg Rd., Coatesville) THE SEVEN LAST WORDS OF JESUS 1st Word: Rev. Violet Anthony (Bell Chapel True Holiness Church) "Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do." (Luke 23:33-34) 2nd Word: Evan. Joyce Hodges (Holy Tabernacle Church of God in Christ) "Today shalt thou be with me in paradise." (Luke 23:39-43) 3rd Word: Rev. Roland Holmes (Greater Deliverance Church) "Woman, behold thy son!" -- "Behold thy mother!" (John 19:25-27) 4th Word: Rev. E. Lauraine Acey (Mt. Olivet Baptist Church) "Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani? (My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?)" (Mk. 15:33-34) 5th Word: Min. Thelma Wilson (Tabernacle Baptist Church) "I thirst" (John 19:28) 6th Word: Elder Glen Marshall (Set Free by the Word Ministries) "It is finished" (John 19:29-30) 7th Word: Min. Matt Eggleston (First Baptist Church of Bernardtown) "Father, into thy hands I commend my spirit" (Luke 23:46) |
Culture, Law, and the Good News, Winsomely Winning in the Public Square- February 24
 Wednesday, Feb. 24, 7pm
The Providence Forum, Pennsylvania Family Institute and the Independence Law Center are hosting a dessert reception at Proclamation Presbyterian Church in Bryn Mawr featuring Jeffrey Ventrella (Sr. VP of the Alliance Defense Fund). Jeff has gone to our leading law schools and debated very hard core atheists and radically oriented activists in a loving and winsome way that is kind, respectful and persuasive. The title of his talk is "Culture, Law, and the Good News, Winsomely Winning in the Public Square." Please note that reservations are required. You can RSVP online or by calling 717-545-0600. |
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Beauty for Ashes Conference- February 26-28
Beauty for Ashes is a ministry of restoration to women. Beauty for Ashes Weekend - FEBRUARY 26 - 28, 2010 will focus on the women that traveled with Jesus and His disciples. Their powerful stories inspired many to come to Jesus and influence their own communities. Their stories can create an atmosphere and environment for God's revelation to touch lives today as well, and perhaps is our greatest resource!
The weekend will offer biblical teaching, inspirational worship and prayer, teaching how to write your story through creative methods, a TOUR of beautiful Amish sites, great food, and much more. We will also offer an optional tour of Philadelphia sites on Monday, March 1.
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Brother 2 Brother Prayer Breakfast- 2/27
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:
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Pastors and Spouses Prayer Summit- 3/1
The 2010 Pastors' and Spouses Prayer Summit is going to be held at Harvey Cedars Bible Conference on Monday-Thursday, March 1-4, 2010.
A Prayer Summit is a prolonged, four day, life-changing worship experience attended by a diversity of Christian leaders whose singular purpose is to seek God, His kingdom and His righteousness. A prayer summit is not a seminar, workshop or conference. As the Lord so leads, there will be corporate worship and prayer, small groups for prayer and the study of God's Word, the observance of the Lord's Supper, and significant amounts of time for private prayer and meditation.
Prayer Summit Facilitators:
An experienced team comprised of men and women from Greater Philadelphia Renewal Ministries will facilitate the summit. For more information Contact: Rev. Paul Chaya, Summit Coordinator (610) 458-5177 GPRM@pastorsprayersummits.org
Cost
The cost is $240.00 which includes three nights lodging (double occupancy) and 9 meals. Although we cannot do what we did last year, providing for our wives to attend for free, we can offer to the first 25 spouses a registration fee of only $140.00. We thank God for providing additional resources which allows us to do this.
A $50 deposit will hold your registration. Registration deadline is February 20, 2010. Please send your check payable to GPRM along with the registration form to: Greater Philadelphia Renewal Ministries, PO Box 588, Chester Springs, PA 19425
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Elijah House Prayer School- March 4 to June 17
 Hope Beyond Borders is hosting a school to train the Body of Christ in Prayer Ministry. This school is a powerful tool to help those who are in bondage spiritually to break free from sin and unhealthy patterns and live in the fullness that Christ calls us to. Sound biblical teaching and application combined with effective prayer led by the Holy Spirit help equip those attending to minister God's freedom to themselves and others.
Dates: Thursdays March 4th-June 17th
Time: 6:30pm-10:30pm
Location: Olivet Untied Methodist Church
3rd & Chestnut Street
Coatesville, PA 19320
Cost: $210- Some scholarships available
Includes: Tuition, Class Notebook and Books for Required Reading
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Church Women United of Coatesville- March 5
WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
Friday, March 5, 2010
Olivet United Methodist Church
310 E. Chestnut St.
Coatesville, PA
10:30 am: BIBLE STUDY - Led by the Rev. Lauraine Acey
The Bible Study theme will be "Let Everything that Has Breath, Praise God"
Scripture: Psalm 150:1-6, Isaiah 42:10-17
12 Noon: LUNCH
Provided by Olivet United Methodist Church
$2.00 donation requested for lunch
1:00 pm: PROGRAM
"Jesus Teaches About Prayer"
Scripture: Luke 11
Presented by guest Pastor Joe Tyson, of Olivet
LOCAL PROJECT: Coatesville Area Food Cupboard supplies
Especially requested are:
Cereal, boxes of spaghetti noodles, small jars of jelly, canned spinach, string beans, peas, and corn. Other non perishable foods are always useful
MESSAGE from President, Minister Sandra High
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Unemployed/Underemployed Workshop- 3/6
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, March 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. |
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Take Control of Your Money with Dave Ramsey- March 13
The key to winning with money is having a game plan that is simple enough to live by, but smart enough to actually work! Through his radio and television shows, classes and books, Dave has helped millions of people learn the right steps to take control of their money and beat debt.
Now his best motivation and advice is packed into one night! You will learn how to create a game plan to get out of debt, make a plan for your money --that works, save money like never before, invest with confidence plus much, much more!
Saturday, March 13th, 1pm to 6pm
To obtain tickets for this special event send $10 per ticket to the above address with your name, address and home church name. We will hold your tickets at the door to be picked up as you arrive the day of the event.
For more information contact Coatesville Bible Fellowship at: 610.384.1960 |
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Hope and Healing for Broken Kids- March 13
Saturday, March 13th, 8:45am to 5pm
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.
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Find the Job that Gives you What you Need- March 23
"Kennett Presbyterian Church sponsors financial education series"
Tuesday, March 23 6:30-8pm
Presbyterian Church of Kennett Square
This workshop will focus on skill evaluation and choosing the job that you like and that pays your bills!
Meet our employment specialist who will quiz you on your employment talents, and share how to strategize on finding a job that actually pays for all your bills. We'll also go over budgeting tips and how to save on expenses.
Topics covered will include: resume writing, review of current costs of living and what salaries can be expected.
Call today to secure your space for this educational class:
Church Office 610-444-5255. |
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Mid-Atlantic Advancing Churches in Missions Commitment Conference- April 13
 Global challenges for the global church.
DOWNLOAD CONFERENCE BROCHURE HERE
Choose one of these three pre-conference tracks:
1) David Hall will moderate a panel discussion on Business as Mission. Mike Baer of Jholdas International, Peter Greer of Hope International and Dr. Solomon Aryeetey are the panelists. Learn about the many different manifestations of business as missions and how it is changing.
2) Bob Sjogren, well known speaker and founder of Unveiling Glory will speak on Marrying the Glory of God to World Evangelization.
3) Prof. Dave Shive will be moderator for a discussion on Different Churches, Different Sending Models with panelists Dan Witwer (Hershey Ev. Free), Brad Steele (LCBC), Jim Gibbs (Grace Fellowship in MD), Andy (Living Word York, PA)
On Saturday Dr. Solomon Aryeetey will speak at the morning and afternoon plenary session. Doors open at 8:00 a.m.
Date & Time
Start: 4/16/2010 6:00 PM
End: 4/17/2010 4:15 PM
Location
Calvary Fellowship Church
95 W. Devon Drive
Downingtown, PA 19335
610-363-7171
Coordinator
Joe Steinitz
ACMC Regional Director
410 561 8424 x210
jsteinitz@gfc.org
For more information on cost and to register please CLICK HERE |
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 |
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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
If you are interested in assisting with any of these opportunities, or would like to schedule a group presentation on the program and how to get involved, please contact Bud Herman at (610) 380-9099 or bherman@QuietRevolution.org
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Serving Christ and the Community,
Bill Shaw
Executive Director
 Life Transforming MinistriesPO Box 29 643-645 East Lincoln Highway
Coatesville, Pennsylvania 19320
610.384.5393
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Fellowship and Prayer at the Double D- February 25
Each Thursday at 8am, pastors, prayer warriors and Christian leaders are invited to gather together for breakfast, fellowship and prayer at the Double D diner (1323 E. Lincoln Highway) in Coatesville.
The purpose of the breakfast is to develop cross-cultural and interdenominational fellowship, promote healthy and trust filled relationships in the body of Christ, and enhance unified prayer amongst Christian leadership. Come and allow us to pray for you and God's leading for your church or ministry.
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Recommended Reading for your Inbox
*E-Update- Contact Casey Jones at bps461@msn.com to receive a weekly email loaded with timely resources impacting families.
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Monthly Meeting Reminders
*Delaware Valley Pastors Fellowship- 8:30am 2nd Tuesday each month
*Chester County Prayer and Worship Meeting- 10am to 11am 4th Wednesday each month
*Childrens Ministry Network Meeting- 12 noon to 2pm on the last Thursday of each month (Sept - May)cmnetworkconnection@gmail.com
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