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"So Fast!"
Yesterday, I was reminded how very quickly life can change.
A son told me about his father not feeling well last week so they went for medical tests. The father was diagnosed with leukemia on Friday and died on Monday. What a great shock to the whole family!
Sometimes life seems to move at a snail's pace, little change, little that is new. At other times it is like being in the currents of Niagara Falls-- the overpowering forces change everything so very quickly.
Jesus instructed us again and again the parables about this aspect of life. In one story he told about 10 bridesmaids for whom life was moving so slowly that they all fell asleep. Then, suddenly, everything changed and there was great urgency to every moment. For all of them, it had been a quiet time. But only 5 of them had prepared for the moments of urgency that were sure to come.
In another passage, Jesus teaches that our choices in this life come to an end as a "thief in the night"-- at a time when we least expect it.
When all is the same, nothing special seems to be happening. Then suddenly, everything changes.
Aren't you glad Jesus instructs us so that we can be prepared? God offers salvation from death through Jesus Christ so we can be prepared for whatever life brings.
Are you prepared?
One day, suddenly, everything is going to change very quickly.
If Jesus Christ is truly our Savior and Lord, that will be the best day we will ever experience.
But if we are not prepared for that ultimate change--how incredibly tragic and hopeless it will be!
Are YOU ready?
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"God's Call to Holiness!"
"Oaks of righteousness." Authentic. Genuine. Holy. Is it even possible in this life? Doesn't the Bible say "there are none righteous, no, not even one"? Why think about something that is not even possible?
This past Sunday Pastor Wes began as sermon series that showed from Scripture that God is absolute holiness and that He alone is the only foundation of all holiness or any hope of holiness
This coming Sunday we will look at some whom God called "holy" and see scriptures where He extends that invitation to all.
There are three main goals for this sermon series:
1.) For each person to gain deeper understanding of holiness.
2.) For each person to gain deeper experience of holiness.
3.) For each person to be able to articulate holiness to others.
Please pray that these goals will be accomplished.
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Valentine's Dinner
On Saturday, February 16, there will be a Valentine's Day dinner sponsored by the GCCN Teens. This is the first of our fundraisers this year! Sign ups are here!
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Kids and Teen News
Jambo! Happy February 6th! We pray that you are having an amazing Wednesday! Here's what's happening this week!
We finish up our theme on "Take A Stand" this week! We have a special guest speaker this week, you do not want to miss this!
Have you signed up for our Valentine's Dinner?? Here is the link to it! We have a few changes to the menu, it will be available soon!
God bless you this day!
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Women of Grace
The Ladies' Sunday School class will be meeting for breakfast, on the first Sunday of each month. ALL women are welcome! Come for a time of good food, fellowship, and devotions. Contact Sarah Tink or Sandi Weyna for details. You can link to Mastori's for information or direction here.
Also, the next Women of Grace Ladies' Tea is currently being planned. Watch for more details, consider who you might invite.
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Mission 2013 Offering Pledge
We need your participation! We are looking for 15 more people who will pledge $2.00 per day for 2013. Grace Community Church can fulfill all the ministry God has for us in 2013 if every member of the congregation is tithing on their income and we are also able to have 25 people who would give $2.00 per day in offerings. This "Mission 2013" offering is what allows us to have an Associate Pastor for Children and Youth. as well as maintain our commitments to missions around the world. Please pray about what you could do for this vital ministry.
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Young Adult Forum
The Young Adults of GCCN meet up for our first young adults "Forum". A bible study for post-high school, college and career people from all walks of life. We'll tackle hard hitting questions, challenge Scripture and engaging conversation. This is scheduled for every second Saturday beginning this Saturday, February 9 at 7pm at Pastor Wes and Sarah's, 31 Hilltop Road, Ewing. For further info contact Jon Lambert at his email here |
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District Assembly 2013
The 2013 Philadelphia District Assembly will be held Sunday evening, April 21 through Monday evening April 22. The Missionary Convention will be held Tuesday, April 23. All events will be taking place at the Fairview Village Church of the Nazarene in Phoenixville, PA. Church leaders from GCCN will be traveling back and forth daily. If you are interested in attending, please speak with Pastor Wes
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Prayer for Travel and Success
Ming is currently in Thailand, please keep her in prayer as she is in the last week of this important mission trip.
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February is Alabaster Month
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Upcoming Events
February, Alabaster Offering Month
February 9, The Forum, young adults gather at 7:00 pm, see details above.
February 13, Ash Wednesday
February 16, Valentines Dinner Sponsored by Youth Ministries
February 18, President's Day, Church Board Advance Conference (not a Retreat!)
February 18, District Festival of Life Practice Day
February 19, RockSolid Men, "The Quest" Session #15
February 26, RockSolid Men, "The Quest" Session #16
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Final Good News
"And now, little children, abide in him, so that when he is revealed we may have confidence and not be put to shame before him at his coming." 1 John 2:28
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Church Office
GraceCommunityOffice@gmail.com
609.737.3184
Pastor R. Wesley Tink Mobile: 609.226.9615
Pastor Matthew Brown Mobile 917.226.7621 |
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