Download - Sunday to Sunday July 2014
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Kids’ Ministry www.ccgf.org/kids
Nursery (Infant - Age 3)
Sunday mornings from 8:45 am - 12:30 pm
Preschool (Ages 3, 4 & 5 by Sept. 1)
Sunday mornings from 8:45 am - 12:30 pm
Kindergarten - 5th Grade*
Kids’ Church, 9:00 & 11:15 am Sunday School at 10:15 am
*except first Sunday of the month
There will be no Christian Education for adults, students and kids on Sunday, July 6 or Sunday, July 13. Classes will resume July 20 & 27 with a break during the month of August. Class schedules are available at www.ccgf.org/christian-education.
Christian Education
Student Ministry (Grades 6-12) www.ccgf.org/students
HIGH SCHOOL
Sunday Morning Breakfast Club Sundays at 10:00 am in the Barn (Except first Sunday)
Summer Youth Group Wednesdays, 6:00 - 8:30 pm. Student Center On break July 9. Resumes July 16.
For more information: www.ccgf.org/students HS Contact: Pastor Doug, 412-741-4900, ext. 159.
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Amped (Except first Sunday)
Sundays at 10:15 am, Student Center
Airsoft Wars (MS Guys) Friday, July 11, 6:00 - 10:00 pm, Barn. Cost $5 for food and ammo.
Middle School Summer Nights POOL PARTY - AUGUST 1 FESTIVAL OF HOPE - AUGUST 16 Pool party is free if you bring a friend who doesn't go to CCGF! For more info, call Pastor Robby at 412-741-4900, ext. 146 or [email protected].
For more information: www.ccgf.org/students MS Contact: Pastor Robby, 412-741-4900, ext. 146 or Tracey, 412-741-4900, ext. 155.
Primetimers (Ages 55+) www.ccgf.org/primetimers
July Luncheon: Thursday, July 10, Noon in
Fellowship Hall, Dan Schall Ministries. Back by popular demand! On the menu: Hamburgers & hotdogs. Contact: Joanne Vannosdel, 412-837-2801.
18//22 College-Age Ministry www.ccgf.org/1822
Thirsty Thursdays For ages 18 - 22. What’s going on with your age group? What issues are you
dealing with? Come meet other Christians your age! Thursdays, 7:00 pm at Christ Church.
Sunday Morning Small Group The Book of Books – What’s so great about the Bible? Bring your favorite Bible! College Age class. Sundays at 10:15 am, in the Farmhouse. Contact: Brenda, 412-741-4900, ext. 111.
Only a few spots left! Register today! Women of the Christ Church Family are invited to attend "An Elegant Evening in Eden" on Thursday, July 24 at 6:30 pm at Christ Church.
Seating is limited. Free valet parking, catered dinner, Bartram House cakes, gentleman servers, background music and Christian speaker, Nan Keenan. Non-refundable tickets are $27. Childcare is available by advance request, by July 15. For more information, or to register online, visit www.ccgf.org/elegant-evening.
Hydrangeas Needed Women’s Ministry is looking for hydrangeas for the July event! If you have any pastel or white ones growing in your yard, and you would like to donate some, please call Barb Myler at 724-625-4685.
Women’s Ministry www.ccgf.org/women
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Men’s Ministry www.ccgf.org/men
Walleye Fishing Trip Friday, July 18, 6:00 am - 2:00 pm at Lake Erie Only a few spots left! To sign up, call Rob Knittel at 412-996-6791. Monthly Men’s Breakfast Saturday, July 12 at 8:00 AM in Fellowship Hall. Two of our World War II veterans, Warren Goss and Walt Reddy, will share their wartime experiences and their faith with you, so you’ll want to be here for this very special time with them. No reservations needed. Invite a friend!
August 15 - 17, 2014 at the Consol Energy Center. Invite a friend or family member to join you! For more information, visit threerivershope.org
Festival of Hope - Franklin Graham
DivorceCare & Griefshare
DivorceCare: Monday evenings at 7:00 pm in the Farmhouse for those going through a separation or divorce. Contact: Don Tice, 724-884-3436.
Griefshare: Thursday evenings at 7:00 pm in Room 101 for those grieving a loss in their life. Contact: Valerie Billisits, 412-478-9671.
Summer Dinner Party, Thursday, July 17 at 5:00 pm at the home of Carla Batch (209 East Calvin Drive, McKees Rocks, PA 15136. Robinson Township). Please RSVP to Carla at 412-474-3557 or [email protected] by Sunday, July 13, 2014.
WINN Ministry Widows Identifying a New Normal
Does the Bible sometimes seem like Greek to you? Do you want to know how to deal with difficult passages of scripture? Or even the familiar ones? In just 28 days you can develop effective tools for Bible study to understand the Word for yourself. Regardless of where you are in your Christian walk, this practical method will enhance your study of any book in the Bible. Bring your colored pencils! Wednesdays, July 16 - August 6, 6:30-8:00 in Fellowship Hall. Books available at the CCGF bookstore.
More info? Contact Laura Doty, 412-913-0774 or [email protected], or Pat Cady, 412-417-1620.
New Bible Study
IT'S BACK! Christian Life & Witness Course (CLWC)
We've had such a great response, we're providing ONE more opportunity for you to take Classes 1, 2 & 3 of the Christian Life and Witness Course!
Tuesday, July 15 & Thursday, July 17 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Three Rivers Festival Office 206 Mary Street, Carnegie, PA 15106
Note: In order to qualify to be a counselor at the Festival, August 15 -17, you will need to attend both nights.
Classes are Free, No Registration Necessary For more information contact:
Three Rivers Festival of Hope Office at 412-249-8091
Email: [email protected] Web: www.ThreeRiversHope.org
Immersion Baptism
Our annual Immersion Baptism will be Sunday, July 27, at 1:00 pm at the Clarks. To sign up, call Liz Rankin at 412-741-4900, ext. 120.
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A monthly publication of Christ Church at Grove Farm
Ministry Opportunities at Christ Church www.ccgf.org/ministries
Musicians
Musicians needed for Sanctuary Praise Band. Rehearsals are Thursday evenings from 6:00 - 7:00 pm. If interested, call Keith Currie at 412-337-6925.
The Rack Pack The Rack Pack replenishes the pew racks in the Sanctuary each week and we are really in need of new volunteers! Time commitment is once a month for a few hours and you can choose your day (Monday - Friday). Contact: Thelma, 724-935-3146 or [email protected].
World Vision in Sewickley Helping the poor and sick around the world. Volunteers needed on Friday, July 18, 1:00 - 3:00 pm to pack, fold and sort donations. Volunteers also needed once a month for a medical sort team. Contact: Elizabeth, [email protected].
Christ Church at Grove Farm 249 Duff Road · Sewickley PA · 15143
412-741-4900
Christ Church at Grove Farm - CCGF
Are you a first time visitor to Christ Church? If you would like to find out more about who we are, what we believe, and what programs are available, visit the Welcome Center and pick up a Visitor Bag!
First Time Visitors
Ministry Moments Summer Day Camp
- CHANGE FROM - ACTUAL BUDGET LAST YEAR REVENUE $2,221 $125 ($84) OPERATING EXPENSES $2,066 ($17) ($3) CAPITAL EXPENSES $30 ($20) ($42) NET SURPLUS/(DEFICIT) $125 $162 ($39)
OPERATING CASH $223 $5 MORTGAGE BALANCE $192 -$170
Statement of Operations ($000) Fiscal Year to Date thru May 31, 2014
Partner Ministries News
Sentinels of Freedom Sentinels of Freedom would like to send small "Christmas In July" packages to CCGF's family members serving in the military. If you have family you would like included, please email their name and military address to [email protected]. Our regular monthly meeting is Monday, July 14 at 7:00 PM in the Cry Room. All are welcome! Contact: Doug & Bea Miller,724-586-5156.
Urban Impact Foundation Community Action Project (CAP) partnering with the Franklin Graham Festival of Hope. July 24, from 1:00 - 7:00 pm, West Park. Join others in the Pittsburgh area for several community service opportunities. The event will close with a program at 6:00 pm.
Charity Golf Outing Monday, August 11, at Diamond Run Golf Course. Enjoy a great day of golf and support Urban Impact! To participate, email [email protected].
Moses Trip
Only a few spots left to see “Moses” with us September 26 & 27 at the Sight & Sound Theater in Lancaster.
Call Shirley Freisleben at 412-749-6082.
Job Opportunities at Christ Church
Christ Church has the following job opportunities available:
Director of Kids’ Ministry
High School Assistant For more information, or how to apply, visit www.ccgf.org/job-opportunites.
Car Cruise
Chelsea’s Car Cruise, Saturday, August 16, 1:00 - 5:00 pm at Christ Church. Cool cars, food, music and raffles. First 100 cars get a dash plaque! Rain or Shine. Contact: 724-584-6126
or [email protected] All proceeds benefit the Sentinels of Freedom.
