Sunday, March 11,2018
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Sermon Series: “Faith Works.”
Insight for‘A Christianity that Walks” from the Book of James.
Jan 14 – Faith Works on the Heart of Jesus Brother
Jan 21 - Faith Works When We Are Facing Trials
Jan 28 - Faith Works When We Are Facing Trials (Part 2)
Feb 4 – Faith Works In Giving Us Wisdom –(1:4-11, 3:13-18)
Feb 11 – Faith Works In Overcoming Temptation (1:13-21)
Feb 18 – Faith Must Do Works (James 1:19-27)
Feb 25 - Faith Works in Helping Us Love Our Neighbours
Mar 4 - Mercy Triumphs Over Judgement, James 2:1-13
Mar 11 - Faith Without Works Is Dead
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BABY SHOWER – today After Service
There will be a baby shower for Martin & Melissa Arsneault’s baby boy Joseph on March 11, directly after the service in the Fellowship Hall.
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ANNUAL MEETING – Mar 14
The Annual General meeting of Central Christian Church will be held on Wednesday March 14 at 7:00pm in the Church auditorium. The agenda will includethe election of Elders,Deacons,Deaconesses, Trustees, Officers, Committees; a review of the financial reports for 2017 approval of the budget for 2018.There will also be a discussion a congregational vote held concerning a proposal made by Leanna Rierson to come to Central on a 1-year voluntary assignment. There is no Kidz Connect on this night.
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Easter Message
Our message on Easter this year will lay the Easter story beside the Aslan story in The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. This is a wonderful children’s fairy tale written by CS Lewis in 1950. Focus on the Family also produced a magical audio version of it which can be found if you search on You Tube for “The CHRONICLES of NARNIA Audio Drama.” We would encourage you to read it over the next 2 weeks in preparation for this message. Parents may even want to read it to their children. This is not only a great story it packs a powerful spiritual message.
THE TOMAS ARE COMING ON APRIL 24
Well it looks like our Iraqi Refugee family of six is really coming this time. We are in negotiations for a house on Fitzroy Street. Also looking for some spare bikes please let us know. Please pray that all will go well with the final preparations that they would find a God-blessed home on this Island.
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PRINCE STREET CHURCHLENTEN SERIES
Who Is Jesus?“The Seven Signs” From the Gospel of John
February 14-March 28 - Wednesdays, 12:10-12:50pm
Mar 14 - Salvation Army – Jesus walks on water
Mar 21-Central Christian–Jesus heals the man born blind
Mar 28 - St. Dunstan’s – Jesus raises Lazarus7:00pm
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Senior's Spring Social – Mar 15 @ 10:00am
Spring is soon upon us so, my fellow seniors, let's put a little spring in our steps as we gather together to share in our monthly get together. Don't forget to bring along some lunch items for sharing.
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GOOD FRIDAY – March 30
Good Friday Breakfast 8:30am
Good Friday Service 10:00am. Remember to bring additional breakfast items such as muffins, scones, cinnamon rolls!
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22nd ANNUAL EASTER SUNRISE ECUMENICAL
ALL-FAITH SERVICE EASTER SUNDAY, Apr 1
Our Lady of the Assumption Church- 145 Stratford Road
Assembling at 6:40am for service at 6:52am.
20-25 minutes - * Sun rises at 6:52am *
Welcome, scripture readings, reflection & song, coffee, treats to follow in the parish centre.
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PIANO FUNDRAISER
The auditorium was JAM packed last Sunday with 189 people! Thank you to Phase II & Ladies of the Century for donating their fabulous talents & time! We raised ($185.00 fudge sales, $1915.00 ticket sales, $1,983Christmas Stars) $4,083. The cost of rental + new keyboard = $5,640.74. We still require $1,557.74.
Thank you to all who sold tickets, put up posters, donated food & helped in the kitchen! (see insert for more details).
PRAYER PICK OF THE WEEK
Paula Andrews
PRAYER OF ST FRANCIS
Lord, Make me an instrument of your peace;
Where there is hatred,let me sow love;
Where there is injury, pardon; Where there is doubt, faith;
Where there is despair, hope; Where there is darkness, light;
And where ther is sadness, joy.
O divine master,
Grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;
To be understood as to understand;
To be loved as to love. For it is in giving that we receive;
It is in pardoning that we are pardoned;
And it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
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SUGGESTION BOX
We want to hear from you!Tell us your questions, comments, or concerns. Do you have a question or comment for the board/minister? What can we do to grow and become a stronger more welcoming faith community & parish family? If you include your contact information we will respond to you, but anonymous comments are also accepted.Please fill out a green welcome/prayer/comment card & place in the suggestion box at the Connect Table. We will check it every Monday
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UPDATE
I've been in contact with my niece and sister recently and renovations is borderlinecompleted on my mother's ancient family dwelling she's now back in her ownspace. They had to purchase a generator as it's yet to be determined when thepower will be back on.This was cost shared as several families can tap into it.I plan to head down in early May.Your prayers would be greatly appreciatedfor encouragementperseverance. Heartfelt thanks once again for all yoursupport.Yours in faith and fellowship,Seraphine Cadotte
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Callum & Lorraine will be on vacation from March 23 & returning on March 31.
MARCH 4, 2018 TITHES/OFFERING
Current Account / $1,810.00Online Current Account / $535.00
Loose / $76.15
General Funds Total / $2,448.10
Building Fund / $795.00
Online Building Fund / $355.00
Building Funds Total / $1,151.00
Maritime Christian College / $30
Canoe Cove Christian Camp / $15
Graceland / $55
KS Sam / $25
Pioneer Bible Translators / $5
Norma Morse / $110
Man of Peace / $55
Missions Total / $295
THOSE SERVING MARCH 11, 2018
Communion Thought: Brian Macdonald
Communion Prep:Beecher & Brian
Servers: Beecher, Brian, Marvin, Murray, Meschac & Winfred
Nursery: Sharon Lannigan & Courtney Andrews
Worship: Team 2
Deaconesses: Sandra Rashed & Jaime-Lyn LaPierre
Greeters: Kent Street: Bobby & Liz Kenny
Parking Lot Entrance: Wayne & Lorna Peters
THOSE SERVING MARCH 18, 2018
Communion Thought: Ron Ryder
Communion Prep: Beecher & Brian
Servers: Blair L, Ken, Marten, Roger, Johnson & Fenton
Worship: Team3
Nursery: Donna Young & Lucky Sanchez
Deaconesses: Sandra Rashed & Jaime-Lyn LaPierre
Greeters: Kent Street: Eleanor MacNeill
Parking Lot: Fred & Belle MacInnis
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Kidz Central has been challenged to earn Toonie a week for the general account. Last week we received $26.95. Their goal is $1,000 by June.To date we have received $254.55. Way to go Kidz
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MISSION OF MONTH
GRACELAND
INTERESTED IN MEMBERSHIP?
Any penitent believer who has made a public confession of his faith in Jesus as the Christ, the Son of the Living God, and who has been immersed into Christ, can become a member of this congregation. Speak to Callum or the Elders for more information
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LOBLAW $25 GIFT CARD – Deadline May 1
Loblaw’s is offering Canadians a $25 gift card as a result of overcharging for the cost of bread products in their stores other grocery stores across Canada.To register to receive your gift card go toLoblawCard.ca.We encourage you to register right away.
We think this might be a great way to help our poor with grocery cards by having people donate their cards to our food pantry. If you want to participate in this just register your for your card right away and then bring your card into the church office when you get it.
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CENTRAL’S BOTTLE DRIVE - $1,460.65
Please ensure ALL COVERS ARE TAKEN OFF BOTTLES, NO MILK JUGS ACCEPTED.Please bring your bags either to Charlottetown Bottle & Metal or to the church. Our thanks to everyone for your support!
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There are several ways to give offerings and tithes to support the ministry here at Central
+ A weekly collection is received during the service, where you can give by cash or cheque (envelopes are available at the Connect Table. Ensure you let the church office know your number so you are properly receipted at the end of the calendar year.
+ Offerings can be given by Pre Authorized Remittance,forms are available at the Connect Table. Fill out & return to the church office when completed.
+ Email transfers to Password: giving
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If you would like offering envelopes or have your tithe automatically debited from your bank account, please see the church office or give us a call
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Office Hours:If you have any questions or would like to learn more about our ministries, please feel free to contact our office. Mon-Fri 8:00am – 4:00pm.
Minister’s hours: Mon, Wed & Fri 10:00am – 1:00pm.
167 Hillsborough Street, (223 Kent Street) Charlottetown, PE C1A 4W8
Phone: 902.894.5234Fax: 902.894.5233
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