We are pleased to officially welcome Pastor Ken Macken to the CPC monthly newsletter in this space. Ken will be serving as our Interim Pastor. Enjoy his "News from Pastor Ken" here.     

Glad to be at Chatham Presbyterian Church: I am thrilled and humbled to be serving as the Interim Pastor at CPC. I have a real sense that this is where God wanted me, and I am so ready to see Him do some incredible things within this congregation! I love seeing the great things the Lord is doing in each and every ministry at Chatham Presbyterian! This church is full of wonderful people with amazing God-given gifted-ness.

The Goal: As we move forward in the days ahead, we will do everything we can to achieve deeper congregational health and build positive forward momentum. God has called us to be about making disciples, and we are at our best when we are doing exactly that. This will guide our every decision as we move forward!

Our Invitation: It is so important for everyone to move forward at this point with their church attendance and involvement! If you have not been to Chatham Presbyterian for a while, and if you have not become involved with another church, we welcome you to come back and be involved with your church family. We firmly believe that the best days for our church lie ahead, and we would love for you to be a part of our fellowship. In the near future, we will be working on our annual church membership rolls as we prepare our annual report to the Presbytery.  

I will be sending out a letter soon to help us evaluate our membership numbers. Thank you in advance for updating us on your standing in regards to church attendance.

In His Grip,

Pastor Ken Macken

• 8:30 a.m. Senior High and Middle School Core Groups.  
• 8:30 a.m. Firm Foundations Adult Sunday School class.   
• 9:30 a.m.  One Worship Service
• 9:30 a.m.  The Clubhouse: Sunday School for kids kindergarten through 5th grade.

Pastor Ken believes that a direct path to health and forward momentum will come as a result of Chatham Presbyterian worshiping as one body of people - together and unified in our worship of the Lord.  If you have questions or concerns, don't hesitate to contact him via email or you can find him at church, 483-4204, or on cell: 341-0855. 

"Surviving the Holidays" November 15th at CPC

Holidays can be difficult in the aftermath of death or divorce. To help those struggling, Crossroads Counseling Center is offering a special evening program, "Surviving the Holidays," at CPC, Thursday, November 15, 6:15 p.m. The public is invited to attend.

This special group session will outline specific strategies to help people deal with the added emotional stress often experienced during the holidays. For more information, call Crossroads at 483-1224.

Purity W/O Apology Retreat, March 1st

Women are the crown jewel of God's creation - to be cherished and respected. At our Purity W/O Apology retreat, high school girls are invited to discuss real love, modesty, and protection in a comfortable atmosphere with expert Godly women. For more information, contact Donna Thurston at 483-1224.

Joys and Concerns

• Visitors and new families attending CPC.
• Trunk or Treat and the families who came through and were welcomed with smiles and fun. 
• Continued volunteer efforts by so many! Special thanks to Jack Carder for coordinating communion, helping Matt Nixon with business office and countless other behind the scenes tasks.  Also, thanks to Jill Speicher for picking up the sanctuary and straightening after Sunday services.  

Prayer Concerns

Emma Sykes, ongoing treatment of her mouth and front teeth after a fall last weekend at Senior High Retreat.

Wendy Ford, ongoing health issues preventing her from being able to have surgery. 

Carrie Bearup, the death of her grandmother

Kraig & Debbie Lounsberry, the death of Kraig's father, Gerald

Jim & Lianne Toler, the death of Jim's mother, Joy

Jack Teaters, back surgery recovery

Don Byram, knee surgery recovery
Devon Edmison, knee surgery recovery
Polly Hulcher's sister-in-law, Dawn Pierce, health issues.

Bill Carter, ongoing recovery.

Jack Nika, continued recovery.
Jeff Jackson, continued recovery.
Betty Creasey, eye challenges.
Susan McCann, cancer treatment.
Jean Lane, eye problem from cancer treatment.

Boosters: For those with ongoing needs for prayer
Taylor Cooley, Dwight Elliott, Mary Jane Elliott, Keith Gentry, Irma Gobleman, Pastor Bob Hanson, Wendy Housel, Tina Knollenberg, Mae Marie Koster, Todd Marvel, Shirley McGrew, Lois Siemer, Paul Spindler, Bill and Carolyn Templeton, 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

Maxine McCoy,  Lewis Memorial

 Please email us your praises and prayer requests.