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Chatham Presbyterian Church
News, Events and More!
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February 2, 2013 Newsletter
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Issue 11
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Greetings!
 Be sure to join us this month as we begin a 6-week series called "Life in the Lion's Den" - how to live a life of success from the pit! Tomorrow, we kick off the series in Daniel 6 with The High Cost of Disobedience.
Don't forget to join us for the Souper Bowl Cook-off and Game tomorrow afternoon, starting at 5:30 p.m. We'll have the game on a big screen. If you aren't bringing soup or chili for the contest, be sure to bring in some munchies, chips or snacks. Invite a friend or neighbor for some great fellowship! Questions about what to bring? There's still time to contact Carolyn Brown at 414-0078.
We look forward to a great month at CPC. Come join us, and be sure to invite someone to come with you to church. You will be blessed, and so will they.
In His Grip,
Ken
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 Meets & Eats 2013
This is a fun and delicious way to get to know your CPC family! The
Meets & Eats groups will meet 5 times throughout 2013 starting with a
Potluck Kickoff on February 9th (see below). Participants are organized into small groups to meet in the homes of those who are willing to host a meal. Months include April, June, August and October. You'll meet several new people because the dinner groups change from month to month. Need more information? Contact Sara Metzger at 430-7374.
Anyone interested in being a part of Meets & Eats this year is invited to attend a potluck on Saturday, February 9th at 5:30 p.m. in Olsen Hall. Burgers, hot dogs and drinks will be provided. Please bring a dish to share with everyone. We will spend the evening enjoying food and fellowship. Just a reminder: this is an adults only event. If you are unsure about getting involved in Meets & Eats, come to the potluck to hear more about it. We'd love to welcome you!
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 Vacation Bible School is Coming!
Save the Date July 8 - 12th Evenings
Yes, it's freezing outside, and it's difficult to think ahead to summer, but here's something to put on your calendar and look forward to! Chatham Presbyterian Church will be hosting VBS from July 8-12 in the evenings this year! Summer calendars fill up fast, so save the date!
We would love your help! There are two teams related to VBS this year. If you want to help with the program itself, contact
There is also a team working specifically on Community Outreach and Follow-Up with visitors. To help in this are, please contact: Sarah Peterman dutchjo@comcast.net (phone 622-7236) or Rebecca Prost at rebecca_prost@yahoo.com (phone 679-1201).
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THE CLUBHOUSE: FRIENDS, FAMILY, FUN!
February Theme: Treasure Island
- February 3rd: We use our talents for God - The Israelites Build the Tabernacle - Exodus 35:10-36:7
- February 10th: We use our time for God - Nehemiah Gives His Time to Rebuild the Wall - Nehemiah 2:1-6:16
- February 17th: We give our treasures to God - Jesus Tells About the Widow's Offering - Mark 12:41-44
- February 24th: We give our lives to God - The Rich Young Ruler - Matthew 19:16-26
Remember: Clubhouse student offerings go to support Freddy in Ecuador.
Sneak Peek for March: Arctic Antics! 
Help Wanted for The Clubhouse: Just once a month - Be a blessing to our kids and be blessed by your service! Here's what we need:
- 1 greeter - second Sunday of each month
- 3 small group leaders: preK/kindergarten - fourth Sundays, 1st/2nd grade - third Sundays, 1st/2nd grade - fourth Sundays
All positions are flexible for trading with other volunteers when scheduling conflicts come along. Contact our volunteer Children's Ministries coordinator Laura Van Proyen at 494-0503 or
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 February 3rd: Super Bowl Smack Down 13'. Guys bring a 2 liter of soda; Gals bring your favorite snack. February 13th: Brian Durbin has Chris Tomlin concert tickets! Sign up and pay for yours by this date. February 16th: Senior High Guys Retreat at CPC. 8:00 p.m. - 8:00 a.m. on the 17th. Regular Core Group and Mosaic and Ignite on Sundays: 8:30 a.m.- Middle School & Senior High CORE Groups (The Warehouse) 9:30 a.m.- Worship (Sanctuary) 4:30 p.m.- Leadership Team 5:00 p.m.-Middle School Ignite (The Warehouse) 5:45-6:30 p.m.- Olsen's Café (Olsen Hall) 6:30 p.m.- Senior High Mosaic (The Warehouse) 7:30-8:00 p.m.- Senior High Hang-time (The Warehouse)  Be sure to pick up the Winter Activity Schedule for 2013 this Sunday at the Frontline Welcome Table.
 Monday mornings at 7:45 a.m. at Chatham McDonald's: Senior High breakfast.
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Prayer Concerns
The family of John Beck: Kraig, Debbie, Ashley and Jackson Lounsberry and Steve, Cindy, Holly and Emily Sabo.
The family of Ann Kirk.
The family of Nan Hendricks.
Todd Marvel's mom, Sally Trawick for cancer treatment, heart condition and upcoming surgery.
Wendy Ford, surgery on Monday, February 4th. Prayers for successful surgery and quick healing.
Jim and Lianne Toler's grandson, Parker: health challenges
Jack Teaters, back surgery recovery
Devon Edmison, knee surgery 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
Mae Marie Koster, 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.
Shut-Ins
Mary Aidich, Villa East, Sherman
Twila Juraska
Maxine McCoy, Lewis Memorial
Please email us your praises and prayer requests.
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Session Update
Sue Krummel, General Presbyter, answered questions about the Pastor Search process at the January Session meeting.
Stay tuned for updates about that process.
The Session welcomes your questions, comments or concerns.
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 Thank You's
A note from the family of
Nan Hendricks:
"Thank you so much for the cut flowers at the funeral. Also, thank you for the love and support that you have shown both my mom and dad during this difficult time. They have both told me of the wonderful people at Chatham Presbyterian, and I'm sure my dad will continue to stay connected to your fellowship."
 From the Ball Chatham Food Pantry
"Just a note to say thank you to all the CPC members that answered our call for help on December 19th. Thanks to the great volunteers, we were able to get what appeared to be a ton of food (maybe literally) sorted and stocked for distribution. There is no way that we could done it without their help! We really do appreciate the support and assistance the church shows this local ministry. Thanks again for being there for us."
January Offering
was $20,574.
Projected offering for January 2013 was $26,000.
2012 Giving Statements
Please be sure to review your 2012 giving statement. If there is a mistake, please contact
Matt Nixonor Jack Carder in the Business Office for a corrected statement.
Per Capita is Due
If you haven't already done so, please send in your $28 per member due to the church. The Presbytery has been a diligent resource for CPC, and we don't want to be on their "deadbeat" list. We appreciate it!
Pam Gray needs a ride to neurologist appointments in Peoria on two dates: February 14th and March 18th. She will pay $50 for expenses each trip.
We still have a family of 3 who need a regular ride to Sunday services. They live right off Rt. 4 across from Chatham Elementary. If you can help provide a ride to or from church, please contact Todd Marvel at 494-0864 or
 Regular Meeting Times
Firm Foundations
Adult Sunday School Class
Study God's word verse by verse in this friendly group that meets Sunday mornings at 8:30 a.m.
Julie Kaiser
483-5909
Senior Moments
Wednesday,
Feb 20th
12:00 p.m. "Abe's" restaurant on South 6th Street.
Need a ride? Call
Sharon Reynolds
483-4436
Zumba Exercise Group
Tuesdays and Fridays, 9:15 a.m.
Olsen Hall, CPC
First Place 4 Health
Mondays,
6:00-7:30 p.m.
Grow Monday
Studying Grace by Max Lucado 7:00-8:30 p.m. 1029 Oakbrook
Sara Metzger, 430-7374
Stay Strong
With God: Tuesday nights
238 Heatherstone
Thornton Woerner, 725-5646
N.U.T.S. Small Group Tuesdays 7:00 p.m.
Bob & Sandy Steimel's home 124 Manor Hill
Barbara Olson, 529-5171
Extreme Clean Team Sign-Up
If you haven't signed up to join the Extreme Clean Team, there is still time. Please help take excellent care of what we have been entrusted with. Call
Tadd Moorehead at 217-801-0053 to help.   Bible Study Fellowship Men's Pilot Class Coming to Springfield
Tuesday evenings - Feb 5th - May 21st
Lakeside Christian Church off of Toronto Rd
Study the Bible - specifically Philippians, Ruth, & Colossians. Study also available for school age children ages 6 - 12.
Registration info.
Newsletter Editor:
Copy Editor: Debbie Biel
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1835 East Walnut, Chatham, IL 62629
Phone: 217-483-4204
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