CM Update 5/24/09

Luke 1:80 - So the child grew and became strong in spirit, and was in the deserts till the day of his manifestation to Israel.

Time in the desert seems to be a qualification for many of the characters in the Bible. John the Baptist (Lu. 1:80) spent time there. Moses (Ex. 3) spent time there. Paul (Gal. 1:17) spent time there. Jesus (Lu. 4) spent time there. God used these times to prepare His messengers for great service. If you are in a dry place, take heart because you are in great company. Look forward to the future in store for you.

In Jesus,
Phil

Weekly Updates:

• VBS this year will be The Romans Road.
  
• We covet any prayers for a fruitful week of ministry.
  
• If you would like to help plan, please sign-up by filling out the Volunteers flyer or letting a CM Team member know.
  
• Our first planning meeting will be Thursday, May 28th.
• Gone Fishing is this weekend. We have about 75 people signed up to come. Pray it will be a great day of family fellowship.
  
• We will have a new summer teachers meeting this Sunday at 1:30pm in the upstairs teachers' lounge of the church building.
  
• Sunday is the last day to sign up for the Appreciation and Prayer Dinner in the foyer.

Upcoming Events:

1. Gone Fishing - Saturday, May 23rd (9:30 to 4:30pm)
2. VBS Planning Meeting - Thursday, May 28th (6:30 to 8:30pm)
3. CM Appreciation & Prayer Dinner - Saturday, May 30th (5:00 to 7:00pm)
4. VBS: The Romans' Road - Mon to Fri, July 13th to 17th (6:30 to 8:30pm)