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Chatham Presbyterian
News, Events and More!
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September 1, 2013 Newsletter
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Issue 18
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Greetings!
 I have learned so much during the Audacious Prayer series! God is so trustworthy. Too many times I don't go where He desires simply because I don't ask and I don't believe. Let's all continue to draw circles, trusting God for the things in life we simply won't realize without His hand.
I am also looking forward to upcoming sermons this fall. On September 1st and 8th, we will finish up the prayer series with a sermon on the 8th titled "Praying Forgiveness." Then I am going to give two sermons on the the church called "Church Alive."
Then beginning September 29th, I will begin a new 6-week series that I am simply calling "Promises" that will look at the awesome works that God delivers in our lives. I can't wait!
Pray for the PNC: The Pastor Nominating Committee has been working hard, and they have received the green light from the Presbytery. We will start receiving resumes from interested candidates for the Senior Pastor position here at CPC. Will you keep them in your daily prayers for wisdom and discernment as they begin the process of looking at candidates? These are exciting times!
Your Pastor for now,
Ken
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 INTRODUCING THE NEW WEBSITE FOR CPC! This will be our online front door to the Chatham and Springfield area community - and an easy way for you to invite friends, neighbors and family to see what we have to offer as we strive to reach out and change lives to follow Jesus Christ. Check it out at www.chathampresbyterian.com You'll also notice that we are linking to additional information throughout this newsletter. So whenever you see a bolded blue link, please click for more details.
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 Too Busy Not To Pray - Congregation Wide Bible Study Starts Sunday, September 8th.
It's just for 4 weeks, but the impact might last a lifetime! If you haven't signed up at the Welcome Center, contact Julie Kaiser at 483-5909 so we can have a study guide ready for you!
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 THE CLUBHOUSE:
FRIENDS, FAMILY, FUN!
Calling all junior archaeologists for "The Big Dig" as we learn about God's character in September. Click here for all the details!
- Third graders receive their Bibles on September 8th.
- Back to School Bash - stop by the Clubhouse table and order your Clubhouse T-shirt!
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 Upcoming Events
- Sunday, September 1st: Dodgeball Tournament at Cherry Hills Baptist Church. Meet there at 5:45 p.m.
- Sunday, September 8th: Back to School Bash followed by The Launch! Don't miss it. 4:30 - 8:00 p.m. for all the festivities.
- Sunday, September 15th: Olsen's Cafe opens at 5:00 with Youth Group at 6:30 p.m.
- Save the Date Senior High: Friday night, October 11th: Overnight Retreat at Lake Williamson. $25 deposit to reserve your spot. $80 total cost. Contact Amy Bifano if you need assistance to cover cost, 553-0832.
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Beginning Thursday, September 12th. Chatham Presbyterian Church and Crossroads Counseling Center will again offer "H20" - Hope. Healing. Overcoming." The public is welcome to register for these outstanding classes. Click here for the class details and schedule.
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 Joys!
- Forward movement for PNC! The Presbytery approved the Pastor Nominating Committee's MIF and the search for our full-time pastor begins now!
- New website to attract newcomers and provide easily accessible info to the congregation.
- Cindy Gamble's Aunt Dena came through surgery well. Pray for continued strength.
- Visitors, new, and returning families to Chatham Presbyterian Church.
- Upcoming Outreach Events to plan joyfully for: Back to School Bash and The Launch, H20 Classes.
Concerns and Prayer Requests:
- Laura Black: Prayers that the tumor is benign and that the family receives the comfort and peace they so desperately need during this time.
- Susan Baird's family as they celebrate her life and yet grieve her loss.
- Dwight Knollenberg: TJ's and Emily's grandpa, age 85, has been diagnosed with bone cancer and has a tumor on his spine. Radiation to follow surgery.
- Polly Pierce Hulcher:for family friends, the VanPelts, who have a 4-year-old daughter, Olivia, fighting rare cancer.
- Margaret Carroll, Marsha Marvel's mother, under hospice care in Peoria. Russ Marvel, Todd Marvel's father, recovery from surgery. Sally Trawick, Todd Marvel's mother, battling cancer in Alpharetta, Georgia.
Military Members
Aled Fain, Eric Anderson, Margaret Siemer, Brad Miller, Seth Baker, Gary Kirchner, Clay Kuetemeyer, Josh Yakle.Shut-Ins Mary Aidich, Villa East, ShermanTwila Juraska
Maxine McCoy, Lewis Memorial
Boosters: For those in need of extra prayer Clifford, Dave, Corrina & Isaac Dahl; Pastor Bob Hanson, Irma Gobleman, Dwight Elliott, Mary Jane Elliott, Mae Marie Koster, Sharon Reynolds, Lois Siemer, Paul Spindler, Bill and Carolyn Templeton, Cynthia Wilson, Susan McCann, Chuck Hendricks.
Please email us your praises and prayer requests.
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for family and friends will be September 8th from 4:30 - 6:30. Games, bounce houses, cotton candy, face painting, dinner and more!
Invite your friends and neighbors.
The Launch will kick off the Frontline Youth program for this fall on September 8th from
6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Mothers In Transition
Tuesday, September 10th Now that the kids are back in college...Mothers in Transition group gathering for a potluck dinner. For more information, contact Caryn Carmean, 971-9377.
Sunday, September 15th No cooking for you! Purchase your lunch for dine-in or take-out and all proceeds benefit the Ball-Chatham Food Pantry. Sunday, September 15th from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Interested in learning more about CPC? Join Ken Macken and others for an orientation about becoming a member.
Sunday, October 27, 2013 from 5:00 - 7:30 p.m. Mark your calendars now for this FUN community outreach event with decorated car trunks, lots of candy and Cupcake Wars!
 Join a LIFE Group This Fall!
Regular Meeting Times
Tuesdays and Fridays, 9:15
Olsen Hall, CPC
Mondays, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Sara Metzger, 430-7374
Tuesdays 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Thornton Woerner,
725-5646
Thursdays 6:30 p.m.
Laura Van Proyen, 494-0503
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The Session welcomes your questions, comments or concerns.
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1835 East Walnut, Chatham, IL 62629
Phone: 217-483-4204
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