Kaleidoscope- July 21

"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.

July 21, 2010

Greetings!

Psalm 11:3 (NLV)

"The foundations of law and order have collapsed.
What can the righteous do?"

Habitat Homeowner Orientation-
July 21

Habitat for Humanity of Chester County will be holding an orientation class on Wednesday, July 21, 2010 at 6 p.m. at Life Transforming Ministries, located at 643-645 E. Lincoln Highway (next to the Fluff & Fold) in Coatesville.

Things to keep in mind before you attend this class:
o     In order to apply for a Habitat for Humanity house, you have to attend an orientation class
o     In order to qualify, you must earn between $23,000 and $62,000
o     All applicants must work in Chester County
o     We are currently looking for homeowners for 6 houses - all of which are located in Coatesville
o     Construction will begin on these houses later this summer - with a move in date of Fall, 2011

For more information and to RSVP for this class, please contact Bobette Meeter at 610-384-7993, ext. 14 or email at Bobette@hfhcc.org

Coatesville Community Outreach Festival- July 23-25

Friday, July 23rd & July 24th!

The W.O.R.D. Foundation and Trinity United Bible Church are at it again.

The Coatesville Community Outreach Festival is back and ready to bless Coatesville with a weekend of fun, ministry, fellowship, and family presence. This is the 6th straight year of this event.

Moonbounces, waterslide, basketball foul shooting, clowns, food, games, live music, A. Jermaine & Ascension, G@ the Band, John Graves & Friends, and much more!

VOLUNTEERS are needed, especially a VOLUNTEER CLOWN. Anyone interested in volunteering should call Rev. Kevin Hunt at (484) 716-7728.

Convenient College Degrees- Apply by July 23!

Life Transforming Ministries is actively recruiting those interested in earning a college degree through the College in Coatesville partnership with Harcum College. Through this opportunity students can earn an Associates Degree through Harcum by attending classes two nights a week at the Open Arms Transformation Center (643-645 E. Lincoln Hwy.) in Coatesville. Available degrees include Leadership Studies and Human Services. Classes start the week of August 30th.

No money for college? Call about how to apply for financial aid that can make your dream of earning a degree a reality. All eligible students can receive PELL grants and other forms of financial aid to attend. Apply for the grant by completing your FAFSA online. Applications to enroll in either degree program will be accepted untiil July 16, 2010.

Hear recent graduate Vantina talk about the program!

Click on the image to watch video

For more information call Life Transforming Ministries at (610) 384.5393.

Camp Meeting- July 25

SUNDAY, JULY 25TH, 6 PM

COUNTY CORRECTIONS GOSPEL MISSION
FOURTH SUNDAY NIGHT CAMP MEETING"

DR. RICHARD OWEN ROBERTS
Repentance: First Word of the Gospel

Dr. Roberts is president and a founding director of International Awakening Ministries of Wheaton, Ill. and has been a student of spiritual awakenings since his youth. He worked with the Billy Graham Association and Wheaton College in the formation of the Billy Graham Center Library.

THE CAMP AT OLD MILL
127 BRANDAMORE ROAD
BRANDAMORE, PA

The Most Excellent Harmony quartet from Calvary Monument Bible Church of Paradise will perform. A free will offering will be taken. Bring lawn chairs

For more information contact CCGM at 610-942-9142

Download Event Flyer Here

CCGM Request

Churches are Needed to Come Alongside Ex-Offenders Returning Home from Chester County Prison and Their Families

Chester County Prison Chaplain Jack Crans is seeking churches willing to assist in the prison and the community in shepherding ex-offenders who will be returning to Chester County communities, and their families.

The Chester County chaplain is seeking churches, faith-based organizations and individuals to help create a strong prisoner re-entry /family support network, both within and outside the prison.

Several current prisoners, part of a new Malachi Dads initiative to help mitigate the issue of fatherless in families, will be released over the next several months, and need continued assistance and discipleship within their communities.

Malachi Dads was developed in Louisiana State Penitentiary in 2003 by Awana Clubs International, a long-time Christian ministry focused on helping churches and parents work together to develop spiritually strong children and youth from ages two to 18. Information on Malachi Dads, currently in place in nearly 30 prisons across the country and the first in Pennsylvania, is available at: www3.awana.org/lifeline

This initiative will include a second activity for women to be started this fall, and is expected to be extended to general fatherless family populations in the future. Interested churches and individuals should contact Chaplain Crans at jackccgm@aol.com

Vacation Bible School- week of July 26

Vacation Bible School at Olive Street Presbyterian Church opens on Monday, July 26. The annual 5-day program includes a full week of Bible-based education, adventure, and activities for children, pre-school through 6th grade. The theme is "SonQuest Rainforest"; following Jesus on a life changing adventure.

The school runs from Monday, July 26 to Friday, July 30, with our ice cream social and closing program taking place on Thursday evening. Starting time is 9:00 am and pick up is at noon. Monday doors will open at 8:30 for registration or you can pre-register through email at ospcvbs@verizon.net. Registration is free. Please send child/s name, age, grade entering in the fall, parents' name(s), phone number, address and email address. You will be sent a confirmation email with your info and a medical release form that needs to be emailed back or returned the first day of VBS.

Activities include opening assemblies, Bible stories, themed snack, crafts, recreation and daily centers. The children will enjoy making new friends and seeing old ones from previous VBS, while learning about how we can follow Jesus.

Olive Street Presbyterian Church is located at 1400 Olive Street, Coatesville, PA.

Please send any questions to ospcvbs@verizon.net Attn: Robyn Vannoy.

Joint Ministry Fundraising Event- July 30-31

Youth With A Mission Coatesville and House of His Creation will hold a joint fundraising yard sale Friday and Saturday July 30th and 31st, from 7am-2pm at 720 Buck Run Rd., Coatesville, 19320.

Items include baby clothes and equipment, adult shoes and clothing, vintage household, holiday items, furniture, appliances, books and building materials. No early birds please! Chicken Barbecue is Saturday only! All proceeds will benefit these two local ministries.

Reading in the Park

READING IN THE PARK

All area churches older youth and adults are invited to join Thorndale UMC for Reading in the Park - Wednesdays, June 30-August 25 at 6:30-7:30 PM

at Caln Park. The book, The Hole In Our Gospel by Richard Stearns, President of World Vision, US. will be used for discussion.

"This book's fresh look at the gospel will take you to a deeper understanding of your own faith and inspire you to do your part to demonstrate God's love for a hurting world."

For more information contact Thorndale UMC at (610) 384-2433

CPR-3 Summer Trips to Haiti- Now

CPR-3 (CPR- Crisis Preparation Readiness) (3- Pray, Give, Go) partner's people, organizations and churches with communities of people affected by crisis or catastrophe's that utilizes our God given gifts to serve one another.

Their vision is to see these partnerships established from the local church with organizations that are on the ground to come along side of nationals and ignite a passion for missions in the church that seriously and proactively engages the church to care for the 'overlooked.'

Their plan is to empower local church leaders to identify and implement sustainable solutions to the physical and spiritual needs within the communities of the overlooked. This plan includes Crisis Preparation Readiness, Training and a plan for the rapid and ongoing deployment of teams to care for those who are overlooked.

CPR-3 is planning 3 consecutive one week long trips beginning on July 30, 2010. For more information on the costs, registration and other details contact Dan Odeens at (484) 614-9104.

Child Evangelism Fellowship Camps- July/August

2 MORE GREAT WEEKS OF CAMP

Kiddie Camp

July 26-30

Bethany Christian School
1137 Shadyside Rd., Oxford

9:45 a.m. -12:15 p.m.
Age 4 through completed grade 1

Cost: $8 for the week for the 1st child;

$5 for the 2nd child in the same family (sibling); 3rd child (or more) in the same family (sibling) is free.

Camp Good News
Aug 2-6     Bethany Christian School
               1137 Shadyside Rd., Oxford

10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Completed grade 2 through grade 6

Cost: $10 for the week for the 1st child; $5 for the 2nd child in the same family (sibling); 3rd child (or more) in the same family (sibling) is free.

All money for all camps is required with registration & is nonrefundable.

WHAT TO EXPECT AT CAMP GOOD NEWS

&   games and sports
&   archery
&   contests
&   exciting stories from the Bible
&   a cliff-hanging missionary story
&   Quiz Down!
&   Surprise Time
&   Kids' Choir
&   "Maestro Monotone" and "Captain Noah"
&   snack
&   Scripture memory AND a special Mini Concert performed by the campers, at 3:00 PM Friday. Family and friends are invited! (no concert at KiddieCamp)

Camp Good News is dedicated to providing a well-rounded program to meet the spiritual, mental, physical, and emotional needs of boys and girls.

For more information and a registration form please contact: CHILD EVANGELISM FELLOWSHIP OF CHESTER COUNTY
PO Box 50, Coatesville, PA 19320
610-384-4120

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

Serving Christ and the Community,

Bill Shaw

Executive Director