Christ Community Church Newsletter January – March 2016

...effectively impacting our community by making disciples of Christ.

Renovation Update The Final Lap What a transformation we have been undergoing! Our building project is now in the final phase of clean up and finish work. We want to encourage everyone to continue to pray for God’s provi-sion and blessing in this Final Lap. In this Final Lap we will be com-pletely renovating our Men’s & Women’s restrooms. This will include new tile floor, sinks and counters. Our playground area and exterior landscape work will be postponed till spring. Although we have been faithful in our giving we still have a ways to go to our goal of $925,000. As of the end of November through stewardship & sacrifice we have raised over $883,000. Let’s all work together to close the gap by giving to our building fund. You can give in any offering by writing building fund on your en-velope or online at e-giving.org/christcommunitychurchroseville . We will also be planning an open house later this year to invite the community to cele-brate in what God has accom-plished through us for His pur-pose here at C3.

The Presence of Christ

This year I am praying for the presence of Christ to envelop our congregation. It is at the heart of everyone of Paul’s epistles as it is essential to be the body of Christ. We so often fail to have His abiding presence in our assembly because we invite Jesus to come into our meetings instead of us entering into His presence. In other words we want Him to come fix our world when the Spirit invites us to rest in His.

Revelation 19:10 says that , “...the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.” Paul instructs the church that the prophetic presence of Jesus is composed of three essen-tial components. They include hospitality, fellowship and edification. These three com-ponents are in fact spiritual graces. They are the very character of Jesus ministry and the evidence of Jesus’ spiritual presence in our lives. It is important to understand that I am not talking about more pot lucks (although they are nice) I am talking about the spirit that must permeate our atmosphere and the culture of our assembly. This is a spiritual dimension of Christ in our church culture. Let me explain:

Hospitality is always associated with outreach to those outside of the body of Christ. It is an inviting spirit that is always concerned with helping those in need. We derive the word “hospital” from its root meaning. The Good Samari-tan is the best representation of the spirit of hospitality. We must begin inviting the needy into our presence to accommodate and care for them. That is the ministry of Christ. The spirit desires to draw all people to Jesus so we must walk in that same Spirit. People should not have to find a chair at a table but in fact be invited to participate in relationship.

Fellowship in the Greek language is koinania and it is defined as a deep relation of care. The frame work of the early church states as, “they devoted them-selves to the apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers.” (Acts 2:42) Fellowship is more than friendship and getting together it is an investment into each others lives through prayer and faith. This devotion to each other is essential to our unity and representation of Jesus in our midst. Fellowship is related to caring.

Edification is the purpose of every spiritual gift. It is defined as “spiritual growth and development that is more than just encouragement; it includes any activ-ity which results in more Christ likeness, either in oneself or in another be-liever.”1 It is the ministry of Jesus as He is building up and strengthening His body. We live in a culture that is constantly attacking and tearing down author-ity and people. We judge and condemn so readily instead of having patience and encouragement for others. If we are going to thrive in a hostile environ-ment we need to learn how to build up and encourage each other.

Please pray with me that as we enter this new year we will manifest the presence of Christ in our words, actions and community. We must begin looking and acting like Jesus if we are truly going to represent Him. Let us devote ourselves to pray and study to develop these three characteristics of Christ’s presence in 2016.

- Pastor Tim 1.Vine’s Expository Dictionary of Old and New Testament Words,

Be better equipped for the days ahead by attending “How to Overcome Life’s Obstacles”. DVD’s by Joyce Meyer & John Bevere used in part. 5 wks Theo Albrecht Instructor. Starts Feb. 3 Wed’s 7:00 p.m.

Let’s grow together and unpack 6 key ingredients for making and keeping healthy relationships. 6 weeks Facilitator, Denise Wojtkowski. Starts March 9, Wed.’s at 7:00 p.m.

An evangelism course for men and women. Rev. Charlie Hess and Sean Leas Instructors. $5 fee for class ma-terials. Classes 1 & 2 are mandatory. Sign-up at the Info Wall. Register by Jan.24 Monday nights 6:45-8:30pm

Small Group Studies

Palm Sunday Remember to bring family and friends to our Palm Sunday service on March 20th. We will be celebrating our Lord’s triumphant entry with palms and praise

Passover Feast We will be celebrating the Feast of Passover on Wednesday, March 23 at the Barrister Gardens in St. Clair Shores. Tickets will be available at the church. Invite your friends to join us for this multimedia celebration of God’s salvation and deliverance. Come to the Feast of Israel that reveals Jesus as our Pass-over Lamb.

Good Friday Our Good Friday service has become a treasured experience. We gather on Good Friday March 25 at12 noon. Please invite family and friends to this moving service. We encounter the Lord’s Seven final words spoken on our behalf.

Easter Sunday Come celebrate Resurrection Sunday, March 27 at 9:00 & 11:30a.m. You will have to get here early for a seat. We will celebrate and declare the power of our risen Savior. Come and take this opportunity to invite unsaved loved ones to encounter the presence of our Risen Lord.

Easter Celebrations

For Women of all ages! For 8 weeks we will be learning about these women and discovering how their experiences can speak boldly into our lives today. You are welcome to attend anytime, even if you can only come occasionally. Optional Workbook $10. Sign up at Info Wall. See you there!

Kingdom men are the opposite of the secular model for a man. We're striving to imitate, in every respect, what we have seen Jesus do. It is ONLY by His grace and divine enablement, that any man can achieve our God given destiny.

Weekly we meet to worship, receive the Word, followed by honest, inspiring and encouraging discussion. We are currently discussing the "Unconditional Love of the Father." Next up will be "Walking in the Holy Spirit."

We're seeing new faces almost every meeting. We would love for you to join us. In Christ, you ARE a man of destiny! Jeff Sebastian

“For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them." Ephesians 2:10

Kaleidoscope Kids

Sat., February 27–10:00 am Registration at 9:30am Races begin at 10am. Races for kids, 3 years thru 6th grade. Lunch & snacks available for purchase

Work Days—Sunday, February 7 & 21 at 3pm in the Fellowship Hall.

Cars available for purchase at the KKids Check-In Counter for $8.

Family Worship Night Join us for a one-hour, interactive Family Worship Experience on Friday, January 15 at 7:00pm in the Fellowship Hall.

For families with children 6th grade and younger. We ask that all children be accompanied by an adult because this is a family experience. We encourage you to invite your own family, as well as other families! Enjoy fellowship, prayer time, discussion starters, worship, games, and frozen treats!

Kids Choir Practice! For kids, ages 4 and older. For more information, see Pastor Emily.

Practice: Sunday March 13 & 20 10:30-11:00am in DiscipleTown Perform: Sunday, March 27 both services

220 Youth 2016 is kicking off with some great opportu-nities to build community. We are planning: Sledding Event on Martin Luther King Jr Day, Monday January 18. Details will be coming soon for that event; along with a plan B in the event there is no snow. Parent Party—January 27 is our Party with the Parents. This will take place during our Wednesday night service, with children and parents together. We will go over the vision for the year.

Friday Night Hangouts are making a come-back February 19 – March 25. Friday nights from 6-9 p.m. in the youth building. Hungry Howie’s fundraiser will be running the again March 2-30. The money raised can be put towards Apex and/or any other youth group event that we do. Cards will sell for $20 and $10 of that will go towards the student. Coming Friday April 1st an All Night Event at the Warren Rec Center. This is a combined event with several other churches. More info will be up at allnightevent.com.

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M E E T I N G

2016 Winter Trimester Dates Courses Offered

Jan. 7-Feb. 11 105—Life of Christ 203—Five Fold Gifts

Feb.18-March 24 106—N.T. Survey 204—Divine Healing

Back in Session!

Special guests for Five Fold Lectures. Apostle Ellis Smith, Evangelist Randy DonGiovanni, Prophet Lee Williams. Alumni’s welcome to monitor the class!

Marriage Ministries In 2016 we are focusing on helping to strengthen marriages. We will be offering Covenant Love as well as Love and Respect classes on Wednesday nights. Watch for details and get connected. Whether you are struggling or just need a tune up, consider investing in your marriage.

Covenant Love Marriage course Thursday afternoons 1-2:30 pm Jan 21- Feb 25 Pastor Tim, Facilitator Wed. Nights Feb 10 - March 16 7:00 to 8:30 pm Rich & Jen White, Facilitators

For urgent prayer needs that are time sensitive, you can call the church office 776-5452 During office hours your call will be taken and passed on for prayer. After hours dial Ext. 333 and your request will be received and prayer activated.

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• Sat. Jan. 9 - 9am - 12 noon

New Member’s Class • Sunday, Jan. 17 New Member’s Service • Thursday, Jan. 21-1:00pm Covenant Love • Sunday, Jan. 24 - 3:00pm VISION Meeting Everyone’s attendance requested

• Mon. Feb. 1 - 6:30pm Fisher’s of Men Evangelism Class • Wed. Feb. 3 - 7:00 pm Overcoming Obstacles • Sunday Feb. 7 & 21 - 3pm Pinewood Derby Workdays • Wed. Feb. 10 - 7:00pm Covenant Love • Wed. Feb. 10 - 6:30pm Baptism Class • Saturday, Feb. 27 ~ 10am Pinewood Derby Race! • Sun. Feb. 28 - 9am Baptisms

• Wed. March 9 - 7:00pm Building Relationships • Sunday, March 13 - 11:30am Baby Dedications • Sun. March 20, Palm Sunday • Wed. March 23, Passover at Barrister Gardens 7pm • Friday, March 25, 12:00noon Good Friday Service • Sunday, March 27, 9 & 11:30 Easter Sunday Services