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Common Bulletin Insert

Chatham-Kent CRC’s

Sunday, April 8, 2012                                     

BLENHEIM CHURCH:  After a few very difficult days in ICU, we are glad that Ruby has begun her recovery after her recent surgery.  We pray that the Lord will continue her healing and that she may be able to return home soon.  We look forward to celebrating a couple of milestone birthdays this week as Mien hopes to celebrate her 85th birthday Tuesday April 10th and Anna hopes to celebrate her 90th birthday Wednesday April 11th.  We pray that the Lord may bless both of them this week and throughout the year.  

FIRST CHURCH:  Following the birth of her baby, Kristen’s back pain has subsided.  Doctors have not determined that surgery will still be necessary.  Please continue to keep her in prayer.  Marlene  has been diagnosed with neurosarcoidoses—a rare and painful condition that affects the nerves in her body.  She is home and is receiving heavy doses of steroids and pain medication.  Let’s continue to pray for complete healing as we commit her to God’s care.  The Postma family is thankful for belonging to the communion of saints and for all the prayers of God’s people.  Please pray for our sick and shut-ins.

Happy birthday to Mr. Peter who is turning 86 on April 9th, to Mrs. Jean who is turning 79 on April 11th, and to Mrs. Jean who is turning 73 on April 13th.  Have a blessed day! 

GRACE CHURCH:  Mary is recovering from hip surgery and was hoping to be transferred to the 3rd floor by now to begin rehab.  Short visits are welcome.  Please continue to pray for Mary that she may heal quickly.

Happy Birthday to Tina who turned 80 today and Marg is turning 73 on April 14th!  Happy Birthday!  

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

OFFERINGS FOR APRIL ARE FOR:  Joint Refugee Sponsorship.

You should not, would not, want to miss a drama production quite like this!  The Wallaceburg Christian School presents “Seuss”, a presentation of six different Dr. Seuss stories, including ABCs, The Cat in the Hat, The Zax, The Sneetches, Gerald McBoing-Boing and Green Eggs and Ham.  Admission is free; any donations will be gladly accepted.  This takes place at 7 p.m. on Friday, April 13 at the Bethel Pentecostal Tabernacle, 35 McNaughton Ave., Wallaceburg, Ontario.  See you there! 

ATTENTION PARENTS OF GRADE 6 & 7 STUDENTS:  It may seem like a long time away, but it’s not too early to start thinking about high school for your Grade 6 or 7 student.  Chatham Christian High School offers a program that provides the academics and training necessary to pursue a post-secondary education or to enter the work force, while providing a Christian perspective that impacts students for the rest of their lives.  Because we are a small school, there are also many opportunities for students to get involved in extra-curricular activities that will help develop their leadership skills.  To find out more come join us for a Parent Information Evening on Thursday, April 19, 2012, at 7:30 p.m.  For more information about this evening please call the school at (519)352-4980. 

PARK MORNINGS for Grace Coffee Break are beginning again! - Looking for a fun mid-week morning outing?  Then plan to come to Blythe Park on Wednesday, April 11!  You and the children in your life (babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers, grandchildren, etc.) are invited to join us at the park from 10 a.m. until noon.   Blythe Park is at the corner of Wedgewood and Tweedsmuir.  We’ll be meeting at this park every Wednesday until June 20!  Any questions? Please call Kathy DeKoter @ 354-7551 or kathy@dekoter.name. 

Men's Choir Festival of Praise: The Christian Male Chorus Association of Southwest Ontario invites you to their 2012 Festival of Praise, to be held on Saturday, April 28th at St. Paul's Congregational Church in Chatham. Come and join us for a wonderful evening of praise and singing to our God! Each choir will be presenting their songs and all voices will join together to form the mass choir. Special guests are the Chatham Christian School's Contemporary Girls' Choir and Mr. Richard Dykstra, who will lead us on the organ. Tickets cost $10.00 per person. For advance tickets please call: 519-351-5596 or 519-355-0977. 

Annual Golf Tournament for Chatham Christian School will be held on June 9^th at Dear Run Golf Course.  Stay tuned for further details.

March for Life 2012- Abortion Hurts Everyone.  March for Life will be held Thursday May 10^th, 2012.  Departing Chatham: 11:30 p.m. ( May 9  ) Buses will leave from Grace Christian Reformed Church parking lot located at 255 Tweedsmuir Ave. W.  Arriving Ottawa approximately 7:30 a.m. (May 10).  Departing Ottawa: 4:30 p.m. Sharp (May 10).

Arrive Chatham: Approximately 1:00 a.m. (May 11).  Tickets are $ 45.00 per person and payable before the event. Cheques can be made out to Right to Life Kent Inc.   To purchase a seat call: Carol Robert 519-352-7359 or Jeff Bultje 519-380-5497. 

The Chatham After 5 Christian Women’s dinner will feature Leslie Lewis from Rain and Shine Behavioural Counselling on Tuesday, April 10 at 6:30 pm at the Country View Golf Course.  Cost is $13.  Barbara Johnston will sing and speak about a tapestry for life when the threads of life unravel.  Call Joyce 519-354-1757 for reservations. 

Euchre Party:  All Euchre lovers need to mark their calendars for Saturday, April 28th. The Calvary CRC Fundraising Committee is hosting a Euchre Party at Calvary CRC beginning at 7:30 p.m. Please watch your bulletin for more details. We hope to see you there! 

First Impressions: Life on the inside of CLAC - Join us for the Annual Spring Solidarity Banquet.  It is being held on Friday, April 20 at 6 pm at the CLAC office in Chatham.  Cost is $10 per member, and $5 for non-members as our guests. Dr. Paul Wilson the new Research and Education Director for CLAC will be the Guest Speaker.  Call 519-354-4831 no later than April 13 to reserve a ticket. 

UCB Canada 89.3 FM, Chatham-Kent's Christian radio station, is holding its Spring Share-a-thon April 17, 18 & 19. Would you please prayerfully consider giving a donation? UCB Canada is a registered charity and all donations are tax receiptable. Also, any donation made in Chatham-Kent stays in Chatham-Kent. The phone number is 519-351-1118. If you'd like to pray for this ministry during the pledge drive, a prayer schedule will be on our web site at www.ucbchathamkent.com. Just click on the Prayer Team icon to join up and follow the instructions. Thanks for your support and thanks for listening! 

KIDS CORNER - Three on Responsibility: If it isn’t Liz’s fault, then whose fault is it? Help Liz figure out responsibility on this week’s Kids Corner. Then check out www.KidsCorner.net for devotions, puzzles and more of Liz’s adventures.  

Beauty Within: Nancy Rue speaks to tween girls (ages 9-13) and their moms about growing up and the issues they will face.  Helping girls “get real” on things like self-esteem and mean girls, relationships with parents, friends, and boys, and the importance of maintaining a meaningful relationship with God.  Saturday, May 5 from 1-4 pm.  At Maranatha CRC in Woodstock. 519-539-5301. Cost $15 or $20 at door.

 DISABILITY CONCERNS Spring Conference - “Powerless to Powerful” Dr. Anthony Diekema, former president of Calvin College and father of two adult children with disabilities, will guide participants in biblical principles of leadership and advocacy on April 28.  Community Christian Reformed Church in Kitchener; 9 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Cost $20. Speak with your church’s Disability Advocate, visit www.crcna.org/disability, or call Heather DeBoer at 1-800-730-3490. Register by April 20. 

GROUNDWORK - I am the Bread of Life: Bread is a symbol of nutritional sustenance and satisfaction. So when Jesus calls himself the Bread of Life, that means he can satisfy all our needs. But do we really know what our needs are? Join the April 15th Groundwork conversation on John 6:25-40 to discuss what it means that Jesus is the bread of your life. Find a local radio station or listen online at www.GroundworkOnline.com.  

BACK TO GOD MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL - College students! Do you have an interest in video editing? ReFrame Media (the English outreach of Back to God Ministries International) in Palos Heights, IL, is looking for a paid summer intern to help us make motion graphic videos for our English as a second language program called Spotlight. Here’s an example: http://vimeo.com/36490410. Have questions? Email Jerod Clark at jclark@crcna.org. To apply, include a resume and examples of your video work. Applicants should have experience in video editing using Adobe Audition or other editing software although some on the job training will be provided.  

CHURCH COMMUNICATIONS WORKSHOP - How can you use Facebook, websites, and other media technology to do ministry? We’ll discuss best practices for church websites, how Facebook and other social media can aid spiritual formation, why every church has a “brand” and why it matters, and more. This Church Juice workshop is on Saturday April 28, from 8:30am to 2:30pm, at Immanuel CRC in Hamilton. Tickets are $10 at the door, but space is limited, so RSVP by April 20 at www.churchjuice.com/RSVP