Please join your church in praying for the following requests for the life and mission of the church:
- Please pray that as we enter 2015 as a church, we would walk in love as Christ loved us, and that we would share his love with the people we know.
- Pray for our President, Barack Obama, and the members of Congress, that the God would lead them to wise decisions, and right and just policies that are beneficial to all people and pleasing to him. - Pray also for middle and high school students in the ministry of Raleigh Young Life who are hearing about the forgiveness and love that comes through Christ alone.
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"Questions from a Hat" - Janunary Sermon Series
Join us for our January Sermon Series "Questions from a Hat" where we will address questions about God, religion, faith and/or the church and how these things intersect with current issues.
Would you like to submit a question of your own? Visit our website and send it out way!
apostles-raleigh.org/questions-from-a-hat/
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Silver Saints - January 11 
Our over-50 fellowship will meet at Sasool (9650 Strickland Road, Raleigh, NC 27615) on Sunday, January 11, from 5:30 to 7:30. Please RSVP by Thursday, January 8 to Betty Edwards at ejeraleigh@aol.com or 919-787-4565.
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2015 Women's Retreat - Sign up NOW!
Ladies, you can sign up now for the 2015 Women's Retreat in Wilmington, NC February 6-8. We will hear from the engaging, encouraging, and entertaining Kim Hall (www.givenbreath.com) and worship with our very own Christa Wells (www.christawellsmusic.com).
You can register online by clicking HERE.
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UPCOMING EVENTS & INFORMATION
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Adult Sunday School Classes - Begin January 18 
This round of classes runs from January 18-May 17.
1 & 2 Peter - Our Scripture class will focus on these two letters from Peter to a people facing suffering and difficulty, which gives us the chance to consider how we face our own brands of trials in our day. Led by Curt Solomon and Eric Oltman
That The World May Know - The richness of the ancient world that lies behind the Bible opens our eyes to the depths of God and his word. Led by John Farwell
Foundations (To Be A Christian) - We think we know what a Christian is, but knowing Christ is more than just saying 'yes' to him. We will dive deep into the gospel, the Creeds, Baptism, Communion and the theology and practice of walking with Jesus. Led by Eric Bolash and Owen Kelly
Spiritual Formation - Following Jesus is a journey. And there are tools that help us walk with him such as prayer, fasting and even silence. Come and be further equipped for this journey. Led by Frank Shell (*This is a 9-week class. When complete, any of the other classes will be happy for you to join them.)
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Now Hiring for Two Positions on the Church Staff 
In mid-February, Julie Barnes will be stepping down from the staff after 10 years of dedicated service to our church to have a baby. We will miss her and are looking for two people to take her place! Her role will be split into two specific part time positions working in the areas of Communications and Building Administration. The specific job descriptions are linked below.
If you are interested in applying, please contact Lee Hilts (lee@apostles-raleigh.org).
Communications Administrator
Building Administrator
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Top Gun Men's Retreat Preview - January 18 
Learn what's in store for the upcoming Top Gun retreat (March 26-29), get answers during Q&A, and register. The preview is on Sunday, January 18 from 12:30-1:30pm in room 208.
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Childcare Workers Needed on Wednesday Mornings
Growing In Grace Bible Study is in need of 2 more childcare workers beginning January 7th. You will be amazed and blessed by these little ones. They will fill your hearts with smiles and joy.
Wednesday Mornings from 9:20 to 11:30 until April. A simple schedule is already planned. Come help with story time, snacks and playtime. $30 per morning. Please contact Suzanne Garrison at 919-607-0267 or suzgarrison@me.com for more details. We would love to have you each week or as a sub.
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Women's Community Groups/Bible Studies
We have quite a few Women's Bible Studies that are being offered at Church of the Apostles. For more details about the studies listed below, please visit our website at: http://apostles-raleigh.org/womens-community-groups/
Women in the Word (Mondays 7-9 PM)
Women in the Word, the Monday night women's Bible Study begins their new study on Monday, January 12. Please join us for this exciting new study, The Storm Inside-by Shelia Walsh-a study based on 8 women women of the Bible whose stories still speak today encouraging you that God is faithful enough to get you through the worst storms in life. We love welcoming new people to this class and have women of all ages, so feel free to bring friends, family members, and co-workers. Join us for light refreshments and an introduction to the study on 01/12/15. Workbooks are $14 and will be available that evening.
For more information contact Elizabeth Nichols at enicholsslp@gmail.com or 919-266-1930, or Prissy Stufflebeam at prissyst@nc.rr.com or 919-876-0429.
Muffins 'n More will continue their year-long study of 1 Corinthians on Monday, January 12th. We are a group of committed women who meet the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month in Room 208 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Come join us! No childcare is provided. Contacts: Sue Barclay (suebarclay@juno.com, 783-5043) and Cheryl Andrassy (candrassy@nc.rr.com, 781-4370).
Ladies Meet and Treat
Connect with other women at Apostles by being matched up for coffee or a meal.Contact Janet Whited (919-348-6087 or janetwhited@nc.rr.com).
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Men's Community Groups
If you are interested in joining a group, please visit our website to find detailed information about the studies:
http://apostles-raleigh.org/mens-community-groups/.
How good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in unity! -Psalm 133:1
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10:00 Hour this week-please join us in the sanctuary for a special presentation of Dan the Animal Man!
11:00 "The Deal" meets in the youth room!
High School Small Groups meet as usual.
January 18th Middle Schoolers - join us for a middle school dinner at (the new!) Sam's pizza at North Hills 5:30-7pm!
Super Bowl Parties are Feb 1! Middle School @ The Curlins (ends at halftime) High School @ The McAdams (Bring $5 for pizza and snacks, and a friend!!!)
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Dan the Animal Man! Invite friends and join us for a special visit from Dan the Animal man today at 10am. Dan will also share during Kids Time/Big Time. Kids 4K-5th grade will leave the service at the regular time and come to the Kids Time Room. They will be back in the service in time for Communion.
Facebook!- Come find us at www.facebook.com/cotakids to get weekly discussion questions to follow-up from Sunday lessons, stay up-to-date on Memory Verses, and make sure you don't miss any events or announcements!
Sunday School- Sunday School will resume next Sunday, January 18, at 10am. Don't miss it!
Children's Ministry Newsletter - This once/month newsletter has all the lessons for the month, upcoming dates to note, important announcements, and encouragement for discipleship in your home. Don't receive it? Email robin@apostles-raleigh.org to be added to the list.
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MISSIONS PARTNERS
UPDATES
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 Please click on the following various links for updates about some ministries and missionaries at Apostles.
Hillary Dotson (Sonrise School in Rwanda)
Terri Shell - December Update (InterVarsity)
Brian & Lauren Mann | National Update - Merry Christmas (Greek InterVarsity)
Cam Malpass | November Update (Campus Crusade for Christ)
Farwell's November Update (Athletes in Action)
OpenDoors USA 2014 Update Newsletter (Persecuted Church Around the World)
Praying for the Persecuted Church (Morocco)
Multiple Updates (Bethlehem Bible College)
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