Central's Pastoral E-Letter: Friday, March 7, 2014

Dear Central,   I want to start by saying we were all saddened and shocked by the recent explosion that took place in Ewing.  We have connected with the authorities to see how we can help, and if you want to help those affected by this situation, please call the Ewing Donation Line at 609-538-7587.  Please continue to keep these families in your prayers and thank you for showing the love of Christ in a tangible way.   We will be concluding our series on relationships, Making Love Last, this weekend.  Jeremy Bell, our Pastor of Worship and Mission, will be teaching on Saturday night and at both Modern Services on Sunday.  I will be teaching in the Classic service at 9:30. I would once again remind you that this series is not designed for children so we encourage you to place your children in one of our excellent children’s programs when you come to worship.  Thanks for keeping that in mind.   We have a number of opportunities coming up in the next few weeks to help you connect with God, in community, and to God’s mission.   ~ The Menʼs Breakfast is coming up next weekend!  Guys, join us next Saturday, March 15th at 8 am to enjoy awesome food, connect with some great guys, and hear practical encouragement from the Bible.  The speaker is Central’s Men’s Ministry Director Chad Tulumalo.    ~ Looking for a happier, healthier marriage? Looking for advice on communication, conflict resolution, and intimacy issues? The Art of Marriage, an exciting 6-week class, begins next Sunday, March 16th at 9:30 am.  Sign up through the Connect Card or e-mail Pastor Anthony at agilmer@cbcnj.org.                ~ Calling all artists!  As a community expressing love and gratitude to Jesus, we are seeking artists to submit pieces for a special art display for Lent.  The theme is “Less of Me, More of Him,” and the pieces will be displayed in the Fellowship Mall starting on March 16th. Pencil/pen, paint, photography, poetry, and digital mediums will be accepted. If interested in submitting a piece, call or text Pastor Bryan at (201) 638-8319 or email him at bbunagan@cbcnj.org.   ~ On Saturday, April 12, Community Connections team is sponsoring a special Motorcycle Rally for Promise of Grace Ministries to benefit a local home for unwed mothers. Service openings include greeting, lunch prep/serving, setup/cleanup, and security. Check out www.promiseofgrace.org to learn more about the ministry. Signups begin the weekend of March 29-30 in the Fellowship Mall.   ~ Save the date for the next Believer’s Baptism!  It will be held Palm Sunday weekend, April 12-13 at both Saturday and Sunday services!  If you are interested in getting baptized, please sign up through the Connect Card or e-mail Pastor Anthony Gilmer at agilmer@cbcnj.org.    ~ The church is leaving the building again!  Saturday, May 17 is the 2nd Annual Central Cares Day.  Signups will begin the weekend of April 26-27.  More details to follow, but please save the date!    It is a joy to serve with you here at Central and to see how God is working through you as we seek to make a difference in our community and around the world!   See you this weekend!   Pastor Gay   P.S.  DON’T FORGET TO SPRING FORWARD ONE HOUR before you go to bed on Saturday night!

 

 

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