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Chatham-Kent CRC’s

Sunday, February 19, 2012                                        

GRACE CHURCH:  This past week Win was scheduled for his surgery.  We pray that all went well with this operation and that he may have a speedy recovery. 

NEW ADDRESS: Hank & Shena: 301-40 Elm Street, Chatham, ON, N7M 6A5

Happy birthday to Ralph who is turning 76 on the 27^th, to Susie who is turning 70 on the 28^th, and to Lou who is turning 80 on March 2^nd.  Have a blessed birthday! 

FIRST CHURCH:  Peter was able to come home from the hospital after his recent bowel surgery this past Wednesday. The pathology report on the portion of bowel removed came back as non-cancerous for which he and his family are very thankful. Peter expresses his thanks for the visits, cards and prayers received during his time in hospital. Jack remains in hospital recovering slowly from his recent fall.  Some improvement was shown this past week; however he will stay in hospital for some time to allow the broken ribs to heal.  Mike received his final treatments this week in Hamilton and now awaits word as to how this procedure helps the healing process for him. Kristen has been hospitalized for a dislocated disc in her back which will eventually require surgery. Kristen is 34 weeks pregnant and the surgery cannot take place until after her baby is born; we pray that the extreme discomfort she experiences may subside with medication and rest. Joe returned home from Florida this past week due to severe back and leg problems. He awaits and MRI and a follow up with a back specialist in Hamilton to address the problem, We also want to remember Wilhelmina , Jack and others that are experiencing health related issues and covet our prayers. 

BLENHEIM CHURCH:  We continue to pray for Cor as we see the effects of the cancer on his body.  We are thankful that he is relatively pain free and that he has been able to stay at home.  We pray for Margaret who in addition to her pain and her Parkinson’s, has now lost vision in her left eye.  She is hoping to see a specialist in Toronto soon.  We are thankful that John had surgery on his leg which seems to have gone well.   

CALVARY CHURCH:  Congratulations to the Zondervan family after the safe arrival of Avery Hope. She is the 7th consecutive baby girl born in our church family. Dan, Stephanie and big brother Ben are all well! 

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

OFFERINGS FOR FEBRUARY ARE FOR:  Shepherd’s Way Inn. 

Leap Year Soup and Bun Fundraiser:  On February 29, the Grade 5-8 students of Wallaceburg Christian School will be hosting a fundraiser soup and bun dinner.   The dinner begins at 6 p.m. at the Wallaceburg Christian Reformed Church, on a donation basis.  All money raised will go toward paying for their end of the year field trip to Fair Glen Youth Camp.  Fair Glen provides an outdoor Christian educational experience that enables students to fully appreciate God's Creation in a natural setting.  The school choir will be singing a couple of songs, and there will be a power point presentation about past experiences at Fair Glen.  We look forward to seeing you there! 

Chatham Christian High School presents the comedy A Nose for the News to be held March 1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd at 7:30 pm.   A Nose for the News retells the story of Cyrano de Bergerac, a poet with a very large nose, who wants to become the news co-anchor with the beautiful Roxanne.  Cyrano writes the news script and some sweet poetry, which Roxanne is led to believe comes from the dim-witted Chris, a new employee.  This comedy will also feature other crazy characters like a weatherman, cooking show host, the sportscaster, and an evil scheming station owner.  You can purchase tickets at the main office, 475 Keil Drive S, for $8 per adult and $5 per student.  Come see what ratings you think they deserve! 

IMPORTANT:  Last call for Boterkoek!  Thank you to everyone who has reserved their boterkoek from Grace Coffee Break!  If you would still like to order boterkoek, please place your order by Thursday (March 1).  To place your order, simply...

1)    Sign up on the green sign-up sheet on the table in church foyer

2)    Call Kathy DeKoter at 519-354-7551

3)    E-mail your order to kathy@dekoter.name

Prices are 1 boterkoek for $7 or 3 for $18. Pick-up will be at Praise Fellowship Church on Sat., March 3 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.  Praise Fellowship Church is located at 165 Park Ave. E. 

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. 

NEIGHBOURLINK FUNDRAISER: A mystery dinner theatre and silent auction will be held on March 3, 2012 from 6:00 - 10:00 pm at Lawson Hall, 304 St. Clair Street in Chatham. Come out and enjoy a four-course meal while trying to solve the mystery. All proceeds have been designated for NeighbourLink-Chatham-Kent. For more information and tickets please contact your local church representative or Myrna Panjer at 519 397-3677 or mpanjer@cogeco.ca . 

The Chatham Solidarity local of CLAC is hosting an exciting education session on February 29^th at 7:00pm in the CLAC office, 455 Keil Dr. South.  Rob Joustra, a senior researcher with the think-tank ‘Cardus’ and PhD candidate at Bath University, will be speaking on The Global Resurgence of Religion and how to view labour in a changing world.  This free event promises to be both interesting and exciting.  We encourage everyone to attend.  If you have any questions, please call the CLAC office at 519 354 4831 for more info. 

The Chatham Christian School Junior Girls’ Volleyball Team is playing in the SWOSSAA Finals on Tuesday, February 28^th in Windsor.  This is very exciting for the school and they would love to have you out to support them.  Contact the school for more details.  

GROUNDWORK - The Cross as Our Victory: Sometimes it seems as though we're on the losing side. Sin and evil seem to be on the rise, faith is dwindling, and the church is shrinking, Christians are increasingly marginalized. Actually, however, the battle is already over, and our side won! Join the March 3 Groundwork conversation on Colossians 2:13-15 and Revelation 12:10-11. Find a local radio station or at www.GroundworkOnline.com.  

KIDS CORNER - Imitation Irritation: Scooter likes Liz so much that he is now dressing, talking, and acting exactly like Liz—and it’s driving Liz crazy! Help him figure out what to do with Scooter’s admiration on this week’s Kids Corner. Check out www.kidscorner.net.