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From
Pastor Wes
"Divine Appointments" A young person wandered into the church building this week for assistance and counseling. I was just headed out to two hospitals to visit people going through serious health issues. Fortunately, one of our members, a lady "full of God's grace and power" was at the Church available to speak with the visitor. As I began to introduce the two, they immediately realized they knew one from another context many months ago--so there was an immediate bond and good ministry followed. Coincidence? "It's a small world"? Or perhaps a divine appointment where the right two people met at the right time so God could accomplish something good. The Bible tells us that "In his heart a man plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps" (Proverbs 16:9).
As Christians, we seek always to be guided by God and to make right choices in where we go and and what we do. At the same time, God is working through us at a deeper level to get us to where He needs us to be.
Watch for the divine appointments He has for you this week! May God Bless You Today! |
This Week
Wednesday
7 pm Youth Group
Friday
6 am
Prayer for the Community
Sunday 9:30 am
Sunday School
10:45 pm
Morning Worship Service |
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The Mission of this Church is:
To Honor God by:
>> Sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ;
>> Growing Strong Christians;
>>Equipping People for God's Service;
>>Ministering to the Needs of Our Society.
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Church Name:
There has been a great response to our new name, "Grace Community Church of the Nazarene." This week we procured a new internet domain name and in the coming weeks Ken Jr. and Pastor Matt will be working on a new web page for the Church. We are looking for logo designs, so if you have artistic abilities, please share your ideas with the Pastors.
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Sunday Theme-Church Dinner: The Greatest Gift
 The February Church Dinner will be taking place this Sunday, February 12th. Sandi Weyna is heading up our Church dinners this year, and these will be a great guest and fellowship opportunity as we accomplish together.
We're asking your participation in two ways: First, for each family unit, please bring a crock pot or similar dish of your choice to share with others. Second, We also asking each person to participate in 1 of 5 teams: Set-up Team, Decorating Team, Preparation Team, Kitchen Clean-up Team or Fellowship Hall Clean-up Team. Thank you so much for pitching in to make this go smoothly! This is an vital ministry of fellowship and service!
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Kids & Teens News 
What's Up, Grace Community! This month, the Youth continue to unpack the armor of God. Tonight is the Sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God! Invite Teens to Youth Group today! It starts at 7p as usual!
On Saturday, February 18th, some of us are going to the February Teen Bible Quizzing Meet at Toms River in New Jersey. We are planning to start a quiz team next season! If you'd like to see what goes down, contact Pastor Matt by February 12th.
Also check out the article on VBS below! We are looking for a number of people with a wide variety of skills! We are also starting Children's Quizzing next season as well! If you'd like to volunteer to be a coach or have kids that may be interested in quizzing, let Pastor Matt know!
SUMMER CAMP IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER! Teens (finished grade 7-12) Camp is July 30th-August 4, Kids Camp for finished grades 1-3 is August 6-10th and Grades 4-6 is August 13-17! Stay tuned for more information!
Finally, check out this video about teen Bible quizzing. These guys are quizzing on the book of Luke (in 2008) and the video starts from Question 16. This is an example of what our teens can look forward to!
Later Days!
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More Amazing Facts About the Amazing Penny!
 A penny on the ground hardly seems worth picking up, right? Almost worthless? Since 1949 the Church of the Nazarene has been collecting pennies for constructing ministry buildings around the world. Since that time 95 million dollars has been raised! Here is the list of what has been accomplished by these pennies:
3,983 churches and chapels
398 educational buildings
537 mission and district centers
37 hospitals and clinics
407 missionary homes
1,083 global staff homes
1537 land purchases
Amazing! Your pennies helped to accomplish all that! We will be collecting these amazing pennies during the month of February. We have Alabaster boxes for saving these pennies. See what YOUR amazing pennies will do! |
Calling All VBS Volunteers and Artists!
Sunday February 18, we are going to have our first Vacation Bible School Volunteers Meeting! We need people to help during our VBS, Sky in July. We are looking for artists, builders, and more! The theme of our VBS has to do with the sky. If you have costumes of pilots or clouds or have any ideas, please share them with Pastor Matt! If you love kids, love to take pictures, play games, act or flexible to do anything during our VBS, please email Pastor Matt at matthew.a.brown615@gmail.com
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Front Step, Inc., Ministry to Philadelphia:
Our Nazarene District ministry to the City of Philadelphia is called "Front Step, Inc." Next Thursday, will be Front Step's 2nd annual fundraiser banquet. There will be a silent auction, music, a served dinner, the famous comedian Nazareth. Philadelphia City Counciwoman Cindy Bass (8th district) will participate. This will be a chance to hear about and support the incredible work that has been done by the Front Step ministries this year as well as the vision for the future. Since this occasion is a major source of financial support, the tickets are $50.00 each--for a great cause! This will be at JC Melrose Country Club, 7600 Tookany Creek Pky, Cheltenham, PA 19012-1825 on February 16 from 6pm - 10pm. Please contact here for more information, or to buy a ticket.
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Family Game Show Night
Last Friday Night, we had Family Game Show Night, we played 3 game shows and had an amazing time of fellowship.
Approximately 20 people came out to let their hair down and have a good time in the Lord. Can't wait for the next Family _________ Night! If you have a suggestion, let Pastor Matt know! |
Receiving This Newsletter
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Cover Picture for the Newsletter
Up to this point, we have used generic header pictures for the top of this newsletter. Now it's your turn! Send us a cute picture of your kids, grand kids, a scenic picture from a vacation, or a picture from the past. Email Pastor Matt for more information. |
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Upcoming Events
February is Alabaster Month
Sunday, February 12, Following Morning Worship, Church Dinner, "Love, the Greatest Gift"
Tuesday, February 14, Youth Praise Team Practice
Thursday, February 16, Front Step Banquet, Philadelphia Compassionate Ministry
Friday, February 17, Church Board Meeting @ 4:00 pm.
Saturday, February 18, Teen Bible Quiz at Toms River, NJ
Sunday, February 19, Vacation Bible School Volunteers Meeting following Morning Worship Service;
Tuesday, February 21, Men's Group at Pastor Wes'
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Final Good News
"Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective. (James 5:16)
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Contact Info
Church Office (609)737-3184 Ming Lai
Pastor R. Wesley Tink Mobile: (609)226-9615
Pastor Matthew Brown Mobile: (917)226-7621 |
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