CM Update 9/27/09

Psalm 124:1,3 - "If it had not been the LORD who was on our side," let Israel now say..."Then they would have swallowed us alive."

Life tends to be a battle. As we progress through life, we know that we are either facing a battle ourselves, observing a friend's struggle, or waiting for one to come. Right now, the financial battle is a very large one for our country, our friends, and our families. It seems overwhelming for many right now, but remember Psalm 124:1: The Lord is on your side. Say it to yourself as Israel had to as well. Say, "The LORD is on my side, had it not been so I would be swallowed alive."

In Jesus,
Phil

Discussion Point

Are there any topics you would like addressed at our Equipping for Ministry meeting?

Weekly Updates:

• Equipping for Ministry is this Sunday. If you did not sign up for a meal in the foyer over the last several weeks, then you can still do so by e-mailing me. Attendance at this Sunday's meeting is a must for all lead teachers.
  
• The 1st and 2nd Grade class will be downstairs this week due to a scheduling conflict with the New Comers Luncheon. The class's temporary location will be in the classroom on the north side of the building (opposite the 3rd thru 5th Grade class).
  
• 2009 CPR Sunday: There are free CPR classes being offered on Sunday, October 11th. Check out the website here: www.CPRSunday.net.
  

Upcoming Events:

1. Equipping for Ministry - This Sunday from 1:30 to 3:00pm.
   
2. CPR Sunday - Sunday, October 11th at 2pm
   
3. CM Open House - Sunday, October 25th

CM Update 9/20/09

Mark 2:3 -- Then they came to Jesus, bringing a paralytic who was carried by four men.

When your friends need Jesus (but they don't have the strength to make it to Him), carry them upon your shoulders in prayer, service, support, and love. As Jesus did with these four men, He will recognize your faith and act to heal. This is the love of Christ when we are willing to expend our energy to help the needy. Go for it today.

In Jesus,
Phil

Discussion Point

What would you like to share with parents at the CM Open House?

Weekly Updates:

• The next Equipping for Ministry (EFM) is highly important. I hope to see each of you there. We will be preparing for the CM Open House. We want to give the parents a link to you and the children's ministry.
• Please sign up in foyer, so we can prepare the correct number of lunches at EFM.
• 2009 CPR Sunday: There are free CPR classes being offered on Sunday, October 11th. Check out the website here: www.CPRSunday.net.
  

Upcoming Events:

1. Equipping for Ministry - Sunday, September 27th
2. CPR Sunday - Sunday, October 11th at 2pm
   
3. CM Open House - Sunday, October 25th

CM Update 9/13/09

Job 31:13-15 -- "If I have despised the cause of my male or female servant when they complained against me, what then shall I do when God rises up? When He punishes, how shall I answer Him? Did not He who made me in the womb make them? Did not the same One fashion us in the womb?"

It can be so easy to classify people in our mind. Even if we don't mean to, or we don't want to, we give greater value to one person over another. Job clearly states the truth about the value of people. God created each one, and He values each one. They were all fashioned by Him. Determine to start to thinking of all people from this perspective. This will enable you to touch the most people for God, and your heart will be in rhythm with the heart of God.

In Jesus,
Phil

Discussion Point

What is a goal you have set for yourself as you serve in the CM this school season?

Weekly Updates:

• Gerrit Foster, Tracy Nones, Jillian Strayer, Phil Spagnolo, and Tammy Wilson are your CM Team. Please stay in contact with us, so we might help you in whatever way you need.
  
• Thank you for your service to Jesus.
  

Upcoming Events:

1. Equipping for Ministry - Sunday, September 27th
2. CM Open House - Sunday, October 25th

CM Update 9/6/09

Acts 2:37 - Now when they heard this, they were cut to the heart, and said to Peter and the rest of the apostles, "Men and brethren, what shall we do?"

As I was reading this verse, I was reflecting upon the attitude of the people. They heard the Gospel, they were aware of their sin, and they knew they were in trouble. Therefore, they were looking for salvation. They didn't need to be threatened, forced, convinced, or pressured. They desperately asked for help. As we share the Word with people, we shouldn't get uptight about convincing our listeners. We should simply state the facts and let them respond. God's truth will cut to their hearts if they are receptive. Rest in peace as you share the Good News.

In Jesus,
Phil

Discussion Point

What do you like about teaching children?

Weekly Updates:

• Welcome back teachers. It will be a blessing to see the Lord work through you this year.
• Mark your calendars for the next Equipping for Ministry and the Open House.
  
• Reminders for teaching
• You get to be a representative of Jesus to the children.
  
• Love the children, share God's word, and pray.
  
• Prepare early, come prepared, and let the Lord guide your class.
  
• Know that the CM leadership team is here to help you.
  
• General Reminders
  
  • Turn in your curriculum books when done.
  • 2nd service teachers should take out their trash and rebag the cans.
  • Prayer is at 8:30am in the 1st and 2nd grade class.
  • The new CM Schedule is posted.
    

Upcoming Events:

1. Equipping for Ministry - Sunday, September 27th
2. CM Open House - Sunday, October 25th