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Chatham Presbyterian Church
News, Events and More!
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May 1, 2012 Newsletter
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Issue 2
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Greetings!
 Happy May Day! We offer praises for a wonderful Confirmation Sunday as we welcomed our new confirmands as members into the CPC family. Also, thanks to all for a smooth congregational meeting and many blessings to Joe and Susan Eby as they enjoy vacation days this month followed by sabbatical time in June.
Condolences are sent to the family of Raymond Reed. A funeral dinner is set for this Friday, May 4th in the parlor and foyer outside the sanctuary. If you can donate a casserole, dessert, salad or side dish, it would be much appreciated. The Reed family is expecting up to 75 people for the funeral dinner. Contact Sharon Reynolds at 483-4436 if you are able to help Friday morning.
Calling the men of the church! Make plans to attend the Men of Chatham Breakfast this Saturday morning at 8:00 a.m. in the Adult Sunday School Room. Special guest will be Rabbi Michael Datz, and the conversation promises to be thought-provoking and encouraging.
You'll be hearing more about CPC's new Life Groups below, and here's a chance to join a Community Garden Life Group and help the Chatham Food Pantry at the same time. Kirk Farah is coordinating CPC's first ever Community Garden, and we need your help. Immediate needs include: a tiller, good black garden dirt, fertilizer, fencing and small plants including: tomatoes, green beans, cucumbers, carrots. And if you have a green thumb, we'd love for you to help. Contact Kirk at 572-5781 or email him with your ideas and offers to help.
Enjoy this issue of the newsletter! |
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 CPC "Life Groups" Gearing Up to Meet This May and Into Summer.
Join One Now!
"Don't Quit Get Fit" by Vicki Heath. This group is for anyone -- singles, couples -- who wants to take a Biblically based look at weight loss and maintaining a better dietary lifestyle. "Motivated to Wellness" is the companion study guide. Starts: Monday, May 7th in the church parlor at 6:00 p.m. Contact is Lisa Rigoni: 553-6781 or email her.
 "Crazy Love" by Francis Chan. This group for singles and couples will use a workbook and DVD to study how to love God more and throw away the "lukewarm" Christian life that we all face every day. Starts: Tuesday, May 8th at Phil Woerner's house at 6:30 p.m. 238 Heatherstone in Chatham (Manor Hill). Contact is Thornton Woerner: 725-5646 or email him.
"James: Mercy Triumphs" by Beth Moore. This women's Bible Study will start on Sunday, June 3rd and go through July on Sunday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. in the Adult Sunday School classroom (306) across the hall from the restrooms. Please register with Julie Kaiser by Sunday, May 20th. Phone 483-5909 or email her. |
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Clubhouse Kids Friends, Faith and Fun! During May, the Clubhouse kids will focus on one of their 2012 goals - prayer - specifically how and why people pray through Biblical examples beginning with Jesus and including David, Jonah and the Persistent Widow and some special guests from our own congregation. Children who don't already know the Lord's Prayer will learn it and those who do will understand it better.
Note to Parents: Encourage your children to pray aloud with you at home. A strong prayer life requires practice - let's give them an early start along that path.
Parent volunteers needed for May and this summer. Contact Laura Van Proyen and let her know which Sundays you can help out at The Clubhouse!
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The Garage Sale is Here! Donate your gently used items ASAP and plan to come shop on May 4th and 5th to benefit the Mission Trip to Greenville, Michigan. Forty-five students and ten adults are attending this summer. Want to help this weekend or make a donation? Contact Barb Sykes via email or phone: 691-4417.
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 Meets & Eats is back! Come join us for a wonderful opportunity for adult fellowship and fun while getting to know more of your church family. Kick-off starts with a potluck on Friday, May 11th at 6:00 p.m. in Olsen Hall. Meat and drinks will be provided; please plan to bring a side or dessert to share. Come to the potluck even if you haven't signed up for Meets & Eats yet. We'll add you to the list that night. **The potluck is adults only with no childcare provided. All participants will be divided into different small groups for each dinner gathering in July, September & November. The groups will be designed to mix and mingle so that folks get to know CPC people they might not have met before. The host of each group contacts everyone on their list at the beginning of the month to lock down a date and time for the meal, as well as what to bring. Can't host? No worries! Several people have already signed up who are able to host. Email Judy Woerner or Sara Metzger if you have any questions or want to get in on the fun. Thanks! |
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 Crossroads Counseling Center
Kids' Good Grief was a great success this past Sunday. 24 kids participated who were grieving the loss of moms, dads or grandparents. Twelve teenagers from Frontline Student Ministries participated and served as team leaders. Camp director Donna Thurston shares: "The Frontline teens did a phenomenal job helping the young kids have fun and process their feelings related to their loss. We are excited about the opportunity we had to serve these young children, and we look forward to planning Kids' Good Grief Camp next year."
We all need help at one time or another. If you are burdened and in need of counseling, Crossroads Counseling Center is here at CPC. Call Donna Thurston or Margie Wheelhouse at 483-1224.
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 Joys and Concerns
Joy! A new grandson for Charlie and Sandy Minert: Seth Patrick Nesit welcomed home by parents Missy, Mike and big sister Noelle.
For new families attending CPC.
2012 Confirmation Class & Mentors. Tina Knollenberg's improving health.
Prayer Concerns
The family of Raymond Reed.
Pat Essig and her family upon the death of her father.
The family of Jane Stout.
Jack Nika, continued recovery.
Jeff Jackson, continued recovery.
Betty Creasey, eye challenges.
Susan McCann, cancer treatment.
Jean Lane, eye problem from cancer treatment.
Boosters
Jane Byram, Taylor Cooley, Dwight Elliott, Mary Jane Elliott, Keith Gentry, Irma Gobleman, Pastor Bob Hanson, Wendy Housel, Tina Knollenberg, Mae Marie Koster, Todd Marvel, Maxine McCoy, Shirley McGrew, Cindy Gamble's dad, Jim Nance, Lois Siemer, Paul Spindler, Bill and Carolyn Templeton, Virgil Varner, Cynthia Wilson.
Military Members
Eric Anderson, Margaret Siemer, Brad Miller, Seth Baker, Gary Kirchner, Clay Kuetemeyer, Josh Yakle, Denver Ford
Shut-Ins
Mary Aidich, Villa East, Sherman
Sandy Eades' mother, Maye McMechan
Twila Juraska, Illinois Presbyterian Home
Ann Kirk, Christian Garden Villa, Springfield
Claire Steffan, Oak Terrace, Springfield
Please email us your praises and prayer requests. |
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Mark Your Calendars!
Please join us at the following events coming up at CPC.
Raymond Reed's funeral dinner. Friday, May 4th at noon in parlor and foyer of CPC. Frontline Garage SaleFriday, May 4th from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. Saturday, May 5th 7:00 a.m. - noon Proceeds benefit Youth Mission Trip. Men's BreakfastSaturday, May 5th 8:00 a.m. Adult Sunday School Room #306. Special guest: Rabbi Michael Datz Communion ServiceSunday, May 6th Join us for a time of reflection and worship at 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. in the sanctuary. Dimes on the ThirdSunday, May 20th Special donations of your pocket change help area needy families. Meets-N-Eats KickoffFriday, May 11th 6:00 p.m. Olsen Hall Senior MomentsThursday, May 17th 12:00 p.m. O'Charley's Need a ride? Call Sharon Reynolds 483-4436 Small Groups Regular Meeting Times Zumba Exercise Group
Tuesdays and Fridays, 9:15 Olsen Hall, CPC Church office: 483-4204 Monday Morning Small Group Mondays, 9:00 am
Donna Thurston, 483-4574 Dorothy Wiley Circle
Every 4th Monday 7:00 pm Wendy Housel, 483-3203 N.U.T.S. Small Group
Tuesdays
7:00 pm
Bob & Sandy Steimel's home 124 Manor Hill Barbara Olson, 529-5171 Men of Chatham
Saturday, 8:00 am (First Saturday of the month for breakfast) First Place 4 Health
Mondays 6:00-7:30 pm CPC, Parlor Lisa Rigoni, 553-6781 Grow Monday
7:00-8:30 pm Sara Metzger's home 1029 Oakbrook Sara Metzger, 430-7374 Crazy Love
6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Phil Woerner's home 238 Heatherstone Thornton Woerner, 725-5646 College Ministry Small Group Wednesdays
7:00-8:00 pm
Patrick Woerner, 494-9615         
Check out this daytime Bible study opportunity for women in Springfield and surrounding areas: is offering the study of Genesis this fall. BSF welcomes women and children (infant through kindergarten) from all walks of life. Registration days are Thursdays May 3rd and May 10th from 9:10 - 11:00 a.m. at First United Methodist Church, 2491 S. Koke Mill Road, Spfld. The children's program is not available on registration days.
Questions? Contact BSF participants Jane Byram (483-3493), Wendy Housel (483-3203), Julie Kaiser (483-5909), Sheila McCoy (483-4171) or Barbara Olson (529-5171).
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info@chathampresbyterian.org
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