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Common Bulletin Insert

Chatham-Kent CRC’s

Sunday, March 11, 2012                                            

GRACE CHURCH:  From Wilma: Thank you for all the love, support, cards, and flowers that I received after the passing away of my brother in Holland.  It is wonderful to be a part of a loving and caring family of God.  Your kindness meant a lot to me.  Thank you. 

Sjouk had a slight stroke, which has left her blind in one eye.  Unfortunately, it is in the eye that was still functioning properly.  Please pray for God's presence to be felt by Sjouk and her children as they go thru this difficult time. Richard, son-in-law of Clarence & Jane and married to Barbara, has been diagnosed with leukemia.  He is currently undergoing tests and the doctors are hoping that it would be treatable.  Please remember this family in your prayers.

Happy Birthday to Kees who is turning 92 on March 15^th.  Have a blessed day! 

FIRST CHURCH:  

From Cady and Dave:  We would like to express a heartfelt thank you for all your thoughts, prayers and well wishes that were extended to our newborn son Benjamin during his first month of life in which he had to endure heart surgery.  We give praise and thanks to the Lord for watching over Benjamin and to us as his parents during this trying time.  We are pleased to convey that Benjamin's recovery is going very well. Praise God!

Ruby returned home from the hospital on Thursday morning and continues to recuperate there.  She has some infections and the doctors are doing further testing. 

Wilhelmina was transferred to Copper Terrace, where she continues to recuperate. It was expected that Ruby and Jack would both be coming home from hospital this week. Please continue to pray for Kristen, Jack, Mike, and William, all who are undergoing treatment or recuperating at home. Continue to pray for those who are confined to home and care facilities.

Happy Birthday to Mr. Jack, Jean's husband, who is turning 78 on March 12.  Have a wonderful birthday!

SERVICE TIME & LOCATION: Services are at First CRC and at 5 pm. 

OFFERINGS FOR MARCH ARE FOR:  OACS - Ontario Alliance of Christian Schools

The Wallaceburg Christian School is excited and thankful to God to be celebrating 50 years of Christian education in the Wallaceburg, Dresden and surrounding areas.  We invite everyone to join with us:  former students, teachers, parents and all supporters of Christian education.  On Saturday, June 30, 2012 we will have an Open House at the school (693 Albert Street, Wallaceburg) from 12:30 – 4:00 p.m.  There will be a dinner beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Wilkesport Community Hall, with a program to follow.  Tickets for the dinner are $25 per person, and must be purchased ahead of time.  They are available from Wallaceburg Christian School (http://www.wallaceburgchristianschool.com/50thyear.htm or by phone 519-627-6013), Stekelbos Watch and Clock Repair (519-627-4011), and Zuidema Interiors (519-627-4642).  You are also welcome to join our Facebook page.  On Sunday, July 1, we will be having a Celebration Service at the Wallaceburg Christian Reformed Church, beginning at 10:00 a.m.  Everyone is welcome to attend.   

Grace Cadets:  Please note that there will be no Cadets Monday, March 12 due to spring break.  We will, however, be meeting on Monday, March 19th even though it is a PD day for the Christian School. Save the date: Cadet A Rama - Saturday, April 21st. Cadet Sunday - Sunday, April 22nd. More details to follow. 

Calvary Coffee Break There will be no coffee break Wednesday, March 14^th due to March Break.  We will resume on March 21^st. 

Grace Coffee Break (morning and evening) will not meet on Wed. March 14 due to March Break.  We’ll resume meeting the next week on March 21. 

Adult Education at First Church: There will be no class this week due to Spring Break.  Next week we continue our study of the book of James, chapter 4. Please read through these chapters for our discussion

READY, SET, LEARN: Chatham Christian School is offering an exciting new program for children who are turning 4 in 2012.  This program will run every Wednesday morning, from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., for six weeks, starting April 4^th (April 4^th, 11^th, 18^th, 25^th, May 2^nd, and 9^th).  The cost is $50.00 for the 6 week session, and the registration deadline is March 9^th.  Please call the school for more information, or to register. 

The Chatham After 5 women’s dinner will feature Heidi Benard speaking about the care of the elderly on Tuesday, March 13 at 6:30 at the Country View Golf Course.  Cost is $13.  Maria Carl will speak about the heartfelt songs of her life.  Call Roseanne 519-2878 for reservations. 

Southwest Youth Group Event - Westmount CRC youth group - Strathroy - would like to invite you all to a night of skating and fellowship on Saturday, March 31, 2012 from 6:30 - 8:00 PM at the Gemini Sports complex - blue ice pad.  Cost for the night is FREE with a non perishable food item for our local food bank.  Please confirm your attendance to Mark Bakelaar at mabklaar@gmail.com by Wednesday March 28, 2012.  See the flier for more details!  We hope to see you all on the ice!
 

MARRIED COUPLES -- Plants need fertilizer to grow healthy and strong and so do our marriages. Without some nurturing and care they could remain weak and unfulfilling. Spread a little fertilizer on your relationship! Attend a Reformed Marriage Encounter Weekend and watch your love for each other grow. The next weekend is April 20-22, 2012 in London, ON at the very beautiful Four Points by Sheraton Hotel. For more information go to www.wwme.org. To register go to www.reformedme.org or call David and Danielle Stell @ 905-985-8305. Couple sharing will be done in the privacy of your room.  -- Marriage Encounter -- A Weekend of Discovery, a Lifetime of Love! 

There will be an organ and pan flute concert on Thursday, March 29 at 7:30 p.m. in the First Christian Reformed Church, Murphy and Exmouth, Sarnia. Organist Andre Knevel and pan flutist Liselotte Rokyta from the Netherland will be joined by The Joyful Praise Choir to present a praise filled concert glorifying God through music and song. Plan now to attend this evening of praise. Tickets are $10.00 p.p. and $25.00 per family with after expense proceeds going to the Inn of the Good Shepherd. Reserve tickets by calling 519-344-9407. 

WORLD MISSIONS - Get out your paints, markers, and crayons . . . it’s Poster Time! Christian Reformed World Missions’ 2012 Poster Contest has begun. Create a poster with a missions theme and send it in to CRWM by April 20, 2012. For more information, visit www.crwm.org/postercontest.

Prayer Points – Christian Education:  Pray for administrators and teachers worldwide who are striving to make their schools places where God’s name is praised. Pray that students will come to know God and His saving grace for themselves.  

MINISTRY WEBINAR - Walking Alongside our Muslim Neighbours: In this session we'll examine some of the basic beliefs and practices of Islam and learn why loving Muslims is biblical. Included are real life examples from an ongoing North American ministry to Muslims. Our Presenter: Greg Sinclair is the Training Coordinator for AMAM (Advancing Ministry Among Muslims), a multi-agency CRC initiative to encourage outreach to Muslims in North America. Mar. 14, Noon EST Register at www.crcna.org/webinars. 

GROUNDWORK - In the Upper Room: What happened in “The Upper Room” between Jesus and his followers on the last night of his life on earth is of utmost importance to all believers. What can we learn from the Upper Room? Join the March 18 Groundwork conversation on John 13:1-30 and Luke 22 to find out. Find a local radio station or listen online at www.GroundworkOnline.com.  

KIDS CORNER - Secret Mission: Friendship - What makes a good friend? Find out how to make and to keep a good friendship on this week’s Kids Corner. Kids Corner is a member of the HisKids.net alliance—working together to provide quality entertainment for kids that is Christ-centered and Bible-based. Visit HisKids.net to find great Christian programs and music for kids.