CPC July Newsletter: Friends, Family, Food Drive and the Fourth!

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Chatham Presbyterian

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July 1, 2014 Newsletter

Issue 28

A Note from Pastor Jim

Wow!!

We can't say it enough: JoAnn and I are thrilled to be here with you. And it just gets better and better with this amazing, energized congregation! We feel so much contentment and peace with this moment in our lives.

I hope we never take our wonderful blessings for granted. We're not perfect, and there are always challenges, but I see a congregation that takes Jesus' call seriously, feels the true power of prayer which connects us, praises God in spirit-filled worship, and is always ready to step out in faith.

My prayer is that everyone feels God's love at work here. And may we never take for granted this wonderful place we call CPC. God's blessing be with us all as we live in His amazing grace. -- Jim

Please Join Us Sunday, July 6th

for the next installment of the

"Serious Conversations"

worship series:

-Being A Follower-

THANK YOU ONE AND ALL:

VBS WAS AMAZING!

We are so blessed to have an amazingly dedicated group of people who make VBS possible.

Thank you to all the activity leaders, counselors, actors/singers, set builders, technical experts, kitchen staff and welcome greeters, as well as all who donated props and supplies.

You all rock!

Each evening we provided meals for families, kids and volunteers prior to the activities. We greatly appreciate the Life Groups and CPC families who provided meals, supplies and monetary donations to make these yummy dinners possible.

To celebrate the end of our week, we were so fortunate to have Life Groups and volunteers host a VBS picnic. We had a great time relaxing on the lawn, and it was so appreciated!

Last, but not least, thank you to VBS leaders, Judy Woerner and Laura Van Proyen. Your leadership and dedication are a blessing!

THE CLUBHOUSE IN JULY:

MAZE DAYS

God's wondrous adventure never ends! Come on a journey through Exodus with us as we wander through Maze Days.

July 6 - Exodus 1:11-14; 1:22 - 2:10; Moses is Born to Israelite Slaves - God helps us.

July 13 - Exodus 3:16 - 4:17; Moses is Called to Free the Israelites - God has a plan for us.

July 20 - Exodus 12:1-13; Moses Gives Instructions for the First Passover - We trust God to rescue us.

July 27 - Exodus 17:8-16; God Uses Moses to Defeat the Amalekites - We rely on God to protect us.

August Sneak Peek: Holy Grill

"MISSION ON THE MOVE!"

A group of CPC folks are developing mission ideas for the next few months and beyond. Be on the lookout for information in the bulletin and newsletter about how everyone at CPC can get involved. Be ready to help because God has plans to use us to touch the lives of so many people with the Good News of Jesus' love.

Jim's "Quote Corner"

"When the candle is burning, who looks at the wick? When the candle is out, who needs it? But the world without light is wasteland and chaos, and a life without sacrifice is abomination."

From Holy the Firm,

Annie Dillard.

JOYS AND CONCERNS

CPC is a congregation of people who strive to pray for one another - in the good times and the challenging times. If you have a prayer request, click here for information on how to be included on our Prayer Chain.

Our Grateful List

A fabulous VBS week with incredible volunteers and over 60 kids!

Rachel Woerner's mission work in Uganda.

Upcoming Youth Mission trip to Louisville, KY

Prayer Requests

Sympathy to Jay Sampias and family on the passing of her husband, Bill Sampias.

Devin Edmison in ICU recovering from long surgery.

Marvel Family: Todd's mother Sally Trawick recovering at home with pneumonia and and Marsha's mom Margaret Carroll in her final days in Peoria hospice.

Mike Edmison's aunt Debbie diagnosed with cancer.

Laura Black, new treatment for brain tumor.

Debbie Lounsberry's aunt, Betty Rhodes, both arms broken in fall.

Lenore Forbes, recovering at Concordia Bridges Program.

Tina Knollenberg's baby great niece, McKenna Crain, spots on liver and brain.

Marina Wirsing's aunt, major cancer surgery.

Kelli Severs, severe back issues and possible surgery.
April Woerner's father, Frank Alves, throat cancer.
Lisa Edmison, brother-in-law, kidney cancer.

Military Members

Aled Fain, Eric Anderson, Brody Correll, Drew Correll, Margaret Siemer, Brad Miller, Seth Baker, Gary Kirchner, Clay Kuetemeyer, Nicholas Michael, Josh Yankle, Joe Sadaj.

Shut-Ins

Betty Creasey, Maxine McCoy, Twila Juraska.

Boosters: For those in need of extra prayer

Clifford, Dave, Corrina and Issac Dahl; The Baird Family, The Van Pelt Family, Margaret Carroll, Dwight Elliott, Wendy Ford, Mary Jane Elliott, Harold and Helen Kaiser, Lois Siemer, Paul Spindler, Bill and Carolyn Templeton, Cynthia Wilson, Chuck Hendricks.

CPC Food Drive In July

Look for Kids with Karts!

Hungry families - hungry kids. There's a growing need for food right here in Chatham. That's why each Sunday this month, we're asking everyone to bring food donations to support the Ball-Chatham Food Pantry.

Kids with Karts will greet you on the sidewalks beginning July 6 with grocery carts to collect your items. Then, during offering time, the kids will bring the carts forward as a symbol of our response to God's love. Let's overflow those carts in July! Needs include: canned veggies/fruit, rice, chili, all soups, hot/cold cereals, and other non-perishable items.

CLUBHOUSE & NURSERY DECORATING & SPRUCE-UP NIGHT

Calling volunteers! Help us get ready for the new school year. We'll be working on

Thursday, July 24, 6:30-9 p.m. Contact Laura Van Proyen at 494-0503 or windmills57@comcast.net if you'd like to help.

"Money Wall" Fundraiser for Mission Trip

Help the youth raise final funds for their July mission trip to Louisville, Kentucky. Select an envelope off the wall and donate July 6. It's that easy! Also, please be praying for our youth: a safe journey, good health and safety during the week, and for all of the individuals they will come in contact with.

Lake Williamson Family & Youth

Fun Day: August 10th

You are invited! Come join us for Family & Youth Fun Day planned for Sunday, August 10, 1 -5 p.m. at beautiful Lake Williamson near Carlinville.

Enjoy swimming, zip lining, paddle boats, canoes, slidesand many other fun activities available at the lake. We will also grill and provide dinner. Cost is $10 per person or $30 per family. Sign-up at the Welcome Center or contact Amy at 483-4202.

Spiritually Hungry? Join Us for "Soul Food"

This new Life Group is focused on deepening our faith and living out that faith in our daily lives. If you are looking to discover that inner, deeper life of faith through God's love, please join us the first and third Wednesdays. Next gathering will be Wednesday, July 2nd at 6:30 p.m. in the home of Jim and JoAnn Reitz, 213 Karros Pointe, Chatham.

For more information or

if you plan to attend, contact Jim at jareitz@chathampresbyterian.com.

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