Good Friday Service April 19 at 7:00PM · Deidra Miller Catered by: Rose Wright Fancy hats & gloves are encouraged. April 26 & 27 Begins @ 7pm Fri. Ends @ 3pm Sat. Cost: $30 “Encouraging

OUR MISSIONOUR MISSIONOUR MISSIONOUR MISSION

Connecting People to Christ,

to One Another,

and to Service.

OUR VISIONOUR VISIONOUR VISIONOUR VISION

Leaders making disciples

who impact their community

and world for Christ.

Brian GilroyBrian GilroyBrian GilroyBrian Gilroy Lead Minister

Bryan GravesBryan GravesBryan GravesBryan Graves Family Life Minister

Sunday Services:Sunday Services:Sunday Services:Sunday Services: Sunday School—9:00 AM

Worship—10:00 AM

Phone:

(812)372-1766

Fax:

(812)372-2602

E-mail:

[email protected]

Website:

www.gardencitychurch.com

The LinkLetter

Published Monthly by

Garden City Church of Christ

3245 Jonesville Rd.

Columbus, IN 47201-7932

Volume XVIII, Issue 4

TABLE OF CONTENTS Missions...pg. 2, Family/Student News...pg. 4 & 5, Church News…pg. 6, Calendar…pg. 7

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The answer may seem obvious – that God demonstrated his

love for us; that we when were still sinners, Christ died for us

(Romans 5:8). What might not be as obvious is how this love

has power today to transform every aspect of our lives.

This season, you’re invited to join us for a special three-week

series starting Easter Sunday. Bring your friends, and we’ll

discover together that the resurrection still changes

everything.

Easter, April 21: Breakfast- 8:30AM & Worship– 10:00AM (There wil l be no Sunday School c lasses on Easter .)

Spend a quiet evening reflecting on the reason for the cross and why this event

in Jesus’ life impacts us so much.

Good Friday Service April 19 at 7:00PM

HILLTOP CHRISTIAN CAMP

See all the details on page 3!

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Ron & Pat Morse

North Burma Christian Mission

Chiang Mai, Thailand

F.A.M.E.

(Fellowship of Associates

of Medical Evangelism) Indianapolis, Indiana

Enoch & Lydia Nyador

Ghana Christian Mission

Ghana, West Africa

Dr. Zindoga Bungu

Mashoko Christian Hospital

Jerera, Zimbabwe

Elí & Mandy Garcia

Vida Nueva Ministries,

Piedras-Negras, Mexico

Jill Shaw

The Ark Christian Ministries

Auckland, New Zealand

Jorge & Diana Lugo

Team Expansion

Caracas, Venezuela

ICOM

(International Conference

on Missions)

We are hosng the Watoto

African Children’s Choir here at

Garden City Church of Christ

on Tuesday, May 28 @ 6:30pm.

Please mark your calendars

now to a(end. Start inving

your friends and family!

CHECK OUT THE

MISSION BULLETIN BOARD

FOR INFORMATION ABOUT

BEING A HOST HOME

FOR THE

CHILDREN’S CHOIR!

Pick up some fliers at

the Welcome Center

and give them to

people as you invite

them to join you on

this fun evening!

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Facts & FiguresFacts & FiguresFacts & FiguresFacts & Figures

February 2019

Worship SS

2/03/2019 215 112

2/10/2019 193 113

2/17/2019 205 113

2/24/2019 170 93

Offering Totals

General Fund $31,670.67

Designated Fund $ 784.67

Total Offerings $32,455.34

General Fund Only

Received $31,670.67

Expenses* $30,817.92

*Expenses are for general operating only.

For more information, contact the church office.

Online giving is available at gardencitychurch.com

or download the “GivePlus Church” mobile app.

Save the DateSave the DateSave the DateSave the Date

Ladies’ Spring TeaLadies’ Spring TeaLadies’ Spring TeaLadies’ Spring Tea

Saturday, May 18 2-4:00PM @ GCCC

Guest Speaker: Deidra Miller

Catered by: Rose Wright

Fancy hats & gloves

are encouraged.

April 26 & 27

Begins @ 7pm Fri. Ends @ 3pm Sat.

Cost: $30

“Encouraging & Discipling Women”

Ladies! Please plan to participate in this weekend

meant to refresh, inspire, and encourage you in your

walk with Christ. Attend Friday evening, all day

Saturday, or both! Enjoy worship, workshops,

campfire, games, & fellowship.

Meals: Includes a Friday night heavy-snack plus a

continental breakfast and lunch on Saturday.

Guest Speaker: Nita Evans

Nita’s devotional “Legacy of Faith” available for $15.

Registrations are available at the Welcome Center or

register online at www.hilltopchristiancamp.com.

The registration deadline is April 19.

Collecting Chocolate Chips for Hilltop!

Once again, GCCC will be

collecting 100 bags of chocolate

chips for camp. A collection box

is located in the foyer near the

adult education wing through Sunday, April 14.

Date: Friday, April 12

Location: Chapel Rock

Christian Church —

2020 N Girls School Rd

Indianapolis, IN 46214

Attire: Business Casual

Schedule: 6:00pm doors open with hors d’oeurves and silent auction. Dinner

served at 6:45pm.

Guest Speaker: Jeff Vines,

Lead Pastor at Christ’s

Church of the Valley,

San Dimas, CA and

Former Missionary in

Zimbabwe and New

Zealand

Tickets: $35 single or

$55 couple

RSVP: (317) 539-4231

Join us for a catered dinner and silent auction as we

celebrate God’s work around the globe.


FAMILY MATTERS… “These commandments that I give you today are to be upon your hearts.

Impress them on your children.”

Deuteronomy 6:6-7

Connecting Children and Families to

Christ, to One Another, and to Service

Sign-up TODAY for

Garden City Church of Christ wants you to go to camp at Hilltop! All GCCC students are eligible for a half scholarship (based on the early bird price). Some full scholarships are available based on need.

AGAIN THIS YEAR! If you invite a friend as a first time camper, GCCC will pay their full early bird camp tuition!

Early Bird Registration deadline: May 5 Contact the church office for scholarship codes.

Vacation Bible School Is Vacation Bible School Is Vacation Bible School Is Vacation Bible School Is Coming June 9 to 13Coming June 9 to 13Coming June 9 to 13Coming June 9 to 13

Mark your Calendars for a great time

of learning and wonder!

Go to gardencitychurch.com or pick up

registration forms at the VBS table.

Theme: The Resurrection

This April, we look forward to all that Christ did for

us on the cross and His resurrection. Use this family

devotion using jelly beans to understand all this

means to us.

What you will need: What you will need: What you will need: What you will need: Jellybeans

Say: Say: Say: Say: Let’s use jellybeans to see how we can

remember what Jesus has done for us.

1. Red— is for the blood He gave

2. Green— is for the grass He made

3. Yellow— is for the sun so bright

4. Orange— is for the edge of night

5. Black— is for the sin we’ve made

6. White— is for the grace He gave

7. Purple— is for the hour of sorrow

8. Pink— is for a new tomorrow

A handful of jellybeans are so colorful and bright, a

prayer, a promise of a brand new life.

In closing, read John 20:1-18 as you celebrate His

resurrection.

Science + Easter = Science + Easter = Science + Easter = Science + Easter =

Fun! Fun! Fun! Fun!

Memory Verse for April: Memory Verse for April: Memory Verse for April: Memory Verse for April: “When anyone lives in Christ, the new creation “When anyone lives in Christ, the new creation “When anyone lives in Christ, the new creation “When anyone lives in Christ, the new creation

has come. The old is gone! The new is here!” has come. The old is gone! The new is here!” has come. The old is gone! The new is here!” has come. The old is gone! The new is here!” 2 Corinthians 5:17 2 Corinthians 5:17 2 Corinthians 5:17 2 Corinthians 5:17

Join us April 14 at 3:00pm for

Pilgrim’s Progress

at GCCC.

Popcorn and lemonade will be provided.

See Pilgrims Progress before it hits theatres!

Sign up at the Welcome Center.


Re-Fuel—High School Students Wednesday Night Gatherings: 6-8PM

Re-Ignite your Faith. Re-Connect with friends. Re-FUEL!

April 4— Jesus Valued Children

April 11— Jesus Helped the Poor

April 17 — No Youth Group

April 25– 2nd Annual Prayer Walk

(Bring money for Dairy Queen after the walk.)

Youth Ministry

FAMILY FAITH CELEBRATIONS

Senior Summit &

Graduate Recognition Sunday

Family Faith Celebrations are events where we join

the family in celebrating specific milestones in a

young person’s life.

Senior Summit and Graduate Recognition Sunday are

two ways that our church celebrates a significant

milestone in the life of high school graduates. Senior

Summit includes a dinner, message, and a time of

blessing from parents to their children. Graduate

Recognition Sunday is time where the entire church

celebrates this major achievement.

If you know of a GCCC high school or college

graduate, please remit their graduation information to

the office so that we may honor their achievement as a

congregation

SAVE THE DATES

Graduate Recognition Sunday—May 26 @ 10:00AM

Senior Summit—Wednesday May 29 @ 6:00PM

Sign-up TODAY for

Get half off your early bird registration for Jr.

and Sr. High camp! Invite a friend and GCCC

will pay for the full early bird registration for

each first time camper!

Early Bird Registration Deadline: May 5

Contact the office for scholarship codes.

Don’t Miss Out on Church Camp!

Pick your week now:

Jr. High—June 9-14

Jr. High Wilderness—June 30-July 5

Sr. High—June 16-21

Sr. High Wilderness—June 16-21


APRIL 11 Southern Indiana Seniors’ Day

at FCC of Scottsburg, 8:00AM-12:30PM

$10/person, includes continental breakfast & lunch

For more information, contact George Pastrick.

Our next monthly Fellowship Pitch-in Lunch, will be Sunday, April 7. Please, bring a main or side dish, dessert, and a 2 liter to share. It’s a great time to meet and visit with others in our congregation. Contact Terry & Roana Huntsman with questions.

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Robert Bird

1085 Chapel Creek Trl

New Albany IN 47150

Saturday, April 27 @ 8AM This month we will focus on leaving a legacy of faith to our sons. We’ll see how to do a Rite of Passage as well. Please read Please read Please read Please read chapter 10 and the epilogue in the book chapter 10 and the epilogue in the book chapter 10 and the epilogue in the book chapter 10 and the epilogue in the book before we meet together!

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♥ Ruby Powell Kidd

(mother of Sandy Martin)

♥ Thank you for providing for our needs while we were going through the loss of Ruby Powell Kidd (mother of Sandy Martin). We love our church family and your support meant the world to us.

If you scrapbook or make greeting cards, please

join us. Contact Pat Franklin for more information.

Join Us on April 15! Wheee Stampers meet

in the Fellowship Hall the third Monday of every month.

A 6-Week Connection Group…

Monday Nights — 6:30PM - 8:00PM April 8 — May 13

The Hope Beyond Today connection group has been developed by those who have lost loved ones, and have navigated through the maze of hurt, sorrow, and heartache caused by grief. Like many of us, they have experienced deep emotional pain. The ir thoughts of encouragement wi l l enable others to find hope during their own personal journey. Through this small group, we hope to provide hurting people with practical ways to deal with their pain as a result of a life changing loss. Sign-up at the Welcome Center!

NEW POSTION:

In anticipation of new

students enrolling on

New Song's Brown

County campus, they

are seeking a Teacher's

Assistant to support their classroom. Please

email a cover letter and resume to New Song

Mission at [email protected].


April 2019April 2019April 2019April 2019

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1

6:00PM Elders’ Meeting

6:00PM Management Team Meeting

2

6:00PM The Art of Marriage

6:00PM Kidz Choir

7:00PM Praise Choir

3

6:00PM Youth Groups

6:30PM Bible Study in the fellowship hall

4

4:15PM Women’s Ministry Mtg.

6:30PM Worship Practice

5

6

9:00AM Trail Life Event @ GCCC

7

11:30AM Fellowship Lunch

6:00PM Classic Worship

8

6:30PM Hope Beyond Today

9

6:00PM Kidz Choir


6:30PM Deacon Meeting

7:00PM Praise Choir

10

6:00PM Youth Groups


11

8:00AM Southern Indiana Seniors’ Day @ FCC Scottsburg, IN

6:00PM Trail Life


LL info due

12

6:00PM ICOM Banquet/Silent Auction @ Chapel Rock CC

13

14

3:00PM Pilgrim’s Progress Family Movie


15

9:00AM Wheee Stampers

4:45PM Missions Meeting

6:30PM Kingdom Worker Leaders Meeting


16

6:00PM Kidz Choir


7:00PM Praise Choir

17


18


19

7:00PM Good Friday Service

(Office Closed)

20

21

Easter

8:30AM Easter Breakfast

10:00AM Easter Worship

22


23

6:00PM Kidz Choir


7:00PM Praise Choir

24

6:00PM Youth Groups


25

6:00PM Trail Life


26

6:15PM Hilltop Women’s Retreat check-in begins

27

8:00AM Men’s Breakfast

8:00AM Hilltop Women’s Retreat workshops begin

28


29


30

6:00PM Kidz Choir


7:00PM Praise Choir

Sunday Morning Worship

9:00AM Sunday School

10:00AM Worship

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Evangelism occurs when we know Jesus and proclaim Him! Last month I discussed the importance of personally knowing Christ before we can proclaim Him. This month I want to continue with the trait of evangelism by encouraging our church to boldly proclaim Jesus everywhere we go! In response to Peter’s confession, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God,” Jesus says to him, “I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it” (Matt 16:18). Remember, Jesus makes this statement after Peter’s confession of faith. In other words, Jesus is building His church upon Peter and Peter’s confession of faith. Jesus is essentially saying, “You are being sent out by me with my authority to proclaim the gospel, and upon you and your proclamation of this

good news, I will build my church.” The rock of the church, then, is the people of God proclaiming the gospel of Christ. Peter is the first apostle to make this declaration, and this declaration is the foundation upon which the church is built. The truthfulness of Jesus’ statement is put on display in the book of Acts. The church proclaimed the good news and grew rapidly in the first century. Hell’s doors were quaking! However, the gospel does not slow down. It keeps going and the church keeps growing. Jesus builds His church wherever the people of God are proclaiming the gospel of Christ. He uses Peter and Paul, and all who follow Him, to build His church. That is the story of the book of Acts, the story of the church throughout history, and the story of the church today. We see the church grow in remarkable ways: When four high school students head to the mall to share their faith., they lead a student to Christ and bring him to church the following Sunday; when young adults go to “hot spots” in town to provide free rides to people in order to share the gospel with them; when a church member delivers a care package to a Muslim woman from Bangladesh, and the woman trusts in Christ and now owns, studies, and treasures her Bengali Bible. Whenever and wherever the people of God are proclaiming the truth of Christ, Jesus is building His church, and nothing can stand against it!

See you Sunday! — Brian

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Good Friday Service April 19 at 7:00PM · Deidra Miller Catered by: Rose Wright Fancy hats & gloves are encouraged. April 26 & 27 Begins @ 7pm Fri. Ends @ 3pm Sat. Cost: $30 “Encouraging