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"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. 
March 3, 2010 
Greetings!
 
Ephesians 2:10-11
10 God's purpose in all this was to use the church to display his wisdom in its rich variety to all the unseen rulers and authorities in the heavenly places. 11 This was his eternal plan, which he carried out through Christ Jesus our Lord.
Food Drive- February 17 - April 2 
 
Food DriveCoatesville Area Churches & Organizations Helping to Feed the Hungry by Giving Food to the
 
COATESVILLE AREA FOOD CO-OP
 
800 South First Avenue, Coatesville, PA  19320
 
To arrange your church's or organization's deliveries call:  610-384-1344
  
SUGGESTED FOOD ITEMS FOR ONE GROCERY BAG
 
2 Cans of Tuna Fish                                         
1 Jar Mayonnaise 
5 Packages of Oodles of Noodles                     
2 Boxes of Macaroni & Cheese
1 Bag of Beans                                                  
1 Bag of Rice   
1 Bag/Box Noodles, Macaroni Noodles, or EggNoodles                                                   
2 Cans Fruit / Fruit Cocktail
1 Jar Peanut Butter                                          
1 Jar Jelly
 
Bring your donations to your church's or organization's designated drop-off container OR to the church hosting a Minister's Alliance Lenten Service each week
 
Food Drive Organized by
The Minister's Alliance of Coatesville & Vicinity
Elijah House Prayer School- March 4 to June 17
 
Elijah HouseHope 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
 
For an application or further information contact Stefanie Wilson at 484-467-6188 or email Stefaniesteve@yahoo.com
Weekly Coatesville Community Childrens Mass Choir & Praisedance Ministry- starting now
 
COATESVILLE COMMUNITY CHILDREN'S MASS CHOIR
& PRAISEDANCE MINISTRY (AGE 5 - 12)
 
Every "WEDNESDAY" Evening
TIME: 6 pm to 8 pm
 
WHERE: 
 
Olivet United Methodist Church
3rd Ave & Chestnut St
Coatesville, Pa.
 
 *"FREE MEAL INCLUDED FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!!"
This ministry is in affiliation with the Coatesville Community Night
Spearheaded by: Pastor Steve Wilson
  
ALSO hosting the
 
Coatesville Community
"Children's Easter Fashion Show" & Concert
 
 by 
 The Coatesville Community Children's Mass Choir
WHEN: Easter Sunday Afternoon at 3:00pm
WHERE:  The Coatesville CYWA
TIME:  3:00pm
 
For more information and/or to sign up contact:
 
Evangelist Cynthia A. C. Jones - 484.319.9219
Church Affiliation - Judah Ministries Church Of God In Christ/ Elder Montez O. Jones - Pastor
 
FBI Approved/Child Clearance Certified
Helpers Wanted ( All Helpers must have Criminal Background Check & Child Clearance Certification!) we have all necessary paperwork and you must obtain these credentials at your own cost.
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
Ladies World Day of Prayer at Sandy Hill- March 5
 
Date:         
Friday, March 5, 2010, 9:00-11:00 AM
 
Location:   
420 S. Sandy Hill Rd.
Coatesville, PA 19320
610-857-3959
 
Theme:      "Let Everything that Has Breath, Praise God"
Country:     Cameroon

Speaker:    Carrie Taylor -Missionary to Cameroon.
 
 
For more Information contact:
 
Rachel Johnston
Office Secretary
Sandy Hill Community Church
610-857-3959
Rachel.Johnston@sandyhill.net
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.
Ministers Alliance of Coatesville & Vicinity Lenten Service Schedule- February 17 - April 2 
 
Lenten ServicesLENTEN 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)
Take Control of Your Money with Dave Ramsey- March 13 
 
Dave Ramsey      Coatesville Bible Fellowship will host a live simulcast with America's #1 source of financial straight talk, Dave Ramsey.
 
     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
Coatesville Bible Fellowship 
 6 N. 4th Avenue,
 Coatesville, PA 19320
 
   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
Conspiracy of Kindess Pastor Steve Sjogren- March 13 
 
Conspiracy of Kindness Book
Vineyard Community Church in Chester Springs is hosting an opportunity to learn directly from noted pastor Steve Sjogren, author of Conspiracy of Kindness.
 
Saturday, March 13, 1pm
614 Fellowship Rd.
Chester Springs, PA 19425
at the intersection of Rt. 401 and Fellowship Rd
 
Steve will share principles related to Servant Evangelism, take questions, and then there will be an opportunity to go out on a project together from 3-4 pm. You will show an act of kindness to local business employees (A Business Blast!) by handing out a candy snack (Irish Potatoes or Hershey Kisses). Steve will also be at Vineyard Community Church on Sunday at the 9:30 and 11:15am services.
 
For more information please contact Vineyard Community Church at (610) 458-1100.
Hope and Healing for Broken Kids- March 13 
 
Hope and Healing Seminar 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.
 
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
Find the Job that Gives you What you Need- March 23 
"Kennett Presbyterian Church sponsors financial education series" 
 
Budget Workshop
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.
 
Future sessions include Finances for Women (April 27) and Building a Better Credit Report (May 11).  These no cost personal financial management classes are presented to you by:
  Presbyterian Church of Kennett Square and Open Hearth Inc 
 
Call today to secure your space for this educational class:
Church Office 610-444-5255.
No Cost Thrift Shop and Free Lunch- March 27 
 
Olive Street Pre
Saturday, March 27, 11am to 2:30pm
Olive Street Presbyterian Church  
 
  • Men's, Women's and Childrens clothes
  • Household goods
  • Free lunch!
 
1400 Olive Street
Coatesville, PA 19320
Rev. Dale Van Ness, Pastor
(610) 466.7640 
Mid-Atlantic Advancing Churches in Missions Commitment Conference- April 13 
 
YWAM Denver Team 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
Coatesville Area Prayer Gathering- May 5
 "On the eve of the National Day of Prayer"
National Day of Prayer
Wednesday, May 5, 7 am to 9 pm
  
► DOORS OPEN AT 6:30 P.M. & PRAISE & WORSHIP BEGINS AT 6:45 P.M. ◄
 
TOWERVILLE CHRISTIAN CHURCH
 
10 Hannum Drive, East Fallowfield, PA  19320
LOCATED IN EAST FALLOWFIELD TOWNSHIP
10 HANNUM DRIVE AT STRASBURG ROAD
Chester County Leadership Prayer Breakfast- May 6
 Chester County Leadership Prayer Breakfast
 
Thursday May 6 
6:45 am to 8:30am
Desmond Hotel & Conference Center
One Liberty Boulevard
Malvern, PA 19355
 
 
Millions will unite in prayer for the 59th Annual National Day of Prayer at thousands of events from coast to coast.  Won't you please join us?
The theme for this year is "Prayer for Such a Time as This" and is based on the verse from Nahum 1:7 which states: "The LORD is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in Him."
Purchase your ticket now for $25/person.
Beginning May 1:  $30/person
Purchased at the door:  $35/person
 
For more information and to purchase tickets online CLICK HERE.
Shoes to Share- Operation T.H.E.R.E. 
"The Haitian Earthquake Relief Effort" 
 
Shoes 2 Share Logo     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
The National Christian Conference Center 
located in Valley Forge, PA

NC3


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" 
 
VITALife 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.   
 
LTM VITA LogoClick 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 
 
Serving Christ and the Community,
 
Bill Shaw
Executive Director
 
LTM Logo Life Transforming Ministries
PO Box 29
643-645 East Lincoln Highway
Coatesville, Pennsylvania 19320
610.384.5393
 
Quick Links- In This Issue
Food Drive- 2/17 - 4/2
Elijah House- 3/4
Childrens Mass Choir
Church Women United- 3/5
Ladies World Day of Prayer- 3/5
Unemployed/Underemployed- 3/6
Lenten Services- 2/17 - 4/2
Take Control of Your Money- 3/13
Conspiracy of Kindness- 3/13
Hope and Healing Seminar- 3/13
Financial Workshop- 3/23
No Cost Thrift Shop- 3/27
Mission Conference- 4/13
Coatesville Prayer- 5/5
County Leadership Prayer Breakfast- 5/6
Operation T.H.E.R.E.
NC3
We're Looking for You!
Recommended Reading
Meeting Reminders
Fellowship and Prayer at the Double D- March 4
     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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