Coming this Sunday - Speaking of Jesus - The Good Samaritan
So far we have considered the powerful things Jesus did (and does), the stunning things He said, and starting this week we get into the amazing stories He told.  Workers will be with us, sharing in both services about their recent experience on the Horn of Africa.  You will hear an application of this ancient story told by Jesus that is as relevant as today's news.   
 
Click here for this week's discussion sheet.   

This is also Mission Sunday
Four times a year we focus on what is happening for Christ through our church family and through those we partner with around the world.  A picture montage will put all of that on display, including pictures from the recent Student Ministry trip into Monterrey, Mexico.  All offerings received will go toward the financial support that we offer our mission partners, unless you designate them for General Fund. 
 



Introducing New Mission Partners with Parkside - Mark and Krista Haley
Mark and Krista Haley work with CMF International in Ethiopia on the church planting team.  The Haleys are our new partners, but Mark isn't new to us, having grown up here.  Mark's Mom and Dad, Marcella and Jim Haley are a vital part of our Parkside family. Click here to learn more about the Haleys and their work.  

Parkside Joys & Concerns

Congratulations  to Bill Hinkle on his baptism July 24th.
Sympathy to Becky Evans and family on the passing of her husband, Ron on July 20th.
Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study Groups 
The 9:30 a.m. Studies in Scriptures class will finish up the current series on Apologetics led by Josh McConnell on July 31st and begin a new series "Getting More from Your Bible" on August 7th led by Allyn Phillips.  Why are there so many Bible translations? What makes them different? And how can we use those differences to help us better understand God's Word?  Come as we consider a variety of issues that will encourage a deeper appreciation for the Bible.  The class meets in Heritage Room A.  All of our Sunday Morning Bible Study groups open for new friends.  If you are interested in connecting with any of our Adult Bible Study groups, contact Randy Shivers.  For a listing of current groups check out the following link.
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY NEWS



Parents, make sure you have picked up your child's Parkside Kids t-shirt.
See us after 1st or 2nd service on Sundays.

Mark your calendar:  Family Olympics will be Saturday, August 13th from 1-4 here at the building. 
This is for all Parkside families.  There will be a sign-up sheet in the lobby this Sunday.  Come decked out in your team color and get ready to have tons of fun!!! 

Join the new Parkside Kids Facebook group! 
Go to   (facebook.com/groups/parksidekidsministry/)to jump on board and join today.   

Please feel free to contact me anytime at 513-484-5564 or shanna@parksidechristian.com.

Group Life Leadership Appreciation Lunch
Do you lead a class, lifegroup, or missional community at Parkside? Let us say thank you on August 21st from 12:30-1:30 in the Heritage Rooms. We would like to serve you soup and sandwiches and let you know all the great things coming around the bend for all of our groups, classes, and communities this fall. Please RSVP to Matt or Randy. Interested in Group Life, but not currently involved? Send us an email to get the conversation started.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

July 29-31st - Anderson Days
August 5-7th- Father/Son Campout
August 13th- Family Olympics
September 7th-Adult Connection Lunch

Mark your calendar:  Family Olympics will be Saturday, August 13th from 1-4 here at the building. 
This is for all Parkside families.  There will be a sign-up sheet in the lobby this Sunday.  Come decked out in your team color and get ready to have tons of fun!!! For more information, please email Shanna.

SEPTEMBER 7
Save the Date!  Our next Adult Connection Lunch will be on Wednesday, September 7th.  We are looking forward to having "Fresh Spirit" back with us again to provide our special music.    Put in on your calendar.  Watch for more details!


Read's Writings:
Only 10 tickets left! If you would like to attend the Connect Worship Conference August 26/27th then let me know and I will reserve your ticket. It will be a great evening of worship Friday with  Vertical Church Band and a full day (9a-4p) of worship workshops Saturday. Email me today if you are interested in attending! 
 
-Daniel

Princesses Ballet:
Classes for 1st-6th grade girls begins August 1st (7:00-8:30pm) at Parkside. Classes are free and taught by Grace Shivers (Cincy Ballet). Grace wants to provide classes to girls who cannot otherwise afford high-level instruction. For more information, call Gayle at 753-4508.

Come support this program on Saturday, Aug. 6th (7:00-8:30pm) for "An Evening of Dance." It is a beautiful benefit performance for Princesses Ballet at the Lindner Theater, Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy (11525 Snider Rd, 45249). Purchase tickets online for $20/adult or $5/child ($25/$10 at the door). Click here for more info.


LIBRARY NEWS
 
A Bump in Life:  True Stories of Hope & Courage During an Unplanned Pregnancy by Amy Ford
            For the single woman or young girl with an unplanned pregnancy, A Bump in Life gathers story after inspiring story of brave moms who managed to grow in grace and wisdom as an unexpected new life grew inside them. 
 
Undone, A Memoir:  Finding Peace in an Unexpected Life by Michele Cushatt
            Michele helps her reader find God's comfort, love, and revelation in the midst of hardship.  And best of all, she offers up bouquets of the sweetest grace on every page.  She never expected divorce, single motherhood, a second marriage marred by the challenges of a blended family or a cancer diagnosis at the age of 39.  This is her story and her discovery that faith in the midst of the unknown is the only real kind of faith. 
 
Miracle on Voodoo Mountain:  A Young Woman's Remarkable Story of Pushing Back the Darkness for the Children of Haiti by Megan Boudreaux
            This is the inspirational memoir of an accomplished and driven 24 year old that quit her job, sold everything, and moved to Haiti alone.  She followed God's call to begin a feeding program and transform a barren hillside into a refuge and school for 500 children.  
 
Life, In Spite of Me:  Extraordinary Hope After a Fatal Choice by Kristen Jane Anderson
            Overwhelmed by wave after wave of emotional trauma, Kristen no longer wanted to live.  Determined to end her pain, the 17 year old lay across train tracks and waited to die.  Instead of peace, she found herself immersed in a whole new nightmare.  From her wheelchair, this is her message:  God loves you more than you can imagine.  He has good plans for your future.  Life is a gift. 
 
 

MISSION NEWS

Would you like to join us in praying for our missionaries?  
We support many missionaries around the world both financially and in prayer. You will get a new prayer assignment every other month.  We ask that you try to contact them and be praying for them during that time.  If you are interested or would like to learn more, please email Heather Copley at cincyheather7@gmail.com.  
 

  Good News Production, Intl.- Global Outreach


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