CGS Weekly: October 4, 2020 |
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Our in-person worship service will be at 10:30am in the sanctuary this Sunday, October 4. As of 5:00pm on Friday, there were 19 slots remaining. If you have not already signed up to attend the in-person worship service, you may do so here. Don't forget to bring your mask. If this Sunday will be your first in-person worship service, click here for additional details on what to expect. (Note that this was originally sent in advance of last weekend's service, but the information is still applicable.)
For those of you who will be worshipping virtually, the livestream will be available here at 10:30am. If you're unable to tune in live, you may access a recording of the service at the same link after the conclusion of the live service.
In an effort to limit handouts as much as possible, we will not be distributing a printed bulletin at the in-person service on Sunday. You may access the digital bulletin for this week's service here.
We will be providing special materials in packets for your kids during the service. Please bring along your favorite coloring utensils (crayons, washable markers, pencils) to use. If you're attending virtually, Kids' Notes for this week's service are available here.
As a reminder, you may give to CGS online here. (If you have questions, you may reference this online giving tutorial here.) You may also mail a check to the church (3741 Garrett Rd, Durham, NC 27707) if you prefer.
This week's Sermon Discussion Guide will be sent to community group leaders on Sunday, and posted here on Monday.
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Sign-Up Procdure for In-Person Worship |
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The sign-up link for the approaching Sunday’s in-person worship service will be posted here on Monday each week. We are asking people who attended the previous weekend’s worship service to defer signing up until Wednesday of each week.
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Children's Sunday School Via Zoom |
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As a reminder, Children's Ministry is teaching Sunday School via Zoom each week, featuring a brand-new curriculum this fall. The Preschool (ages 2-4) lesson will be at 9:00am, Lower Elementary (Grades K-2) lesson will be at 9:20am, and the Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5 & beyond) lesson at 9:40am. All three lessons can be accessed via Zoom here. The lesson will be done by 10:00am, giving those of you who are attending the in-person service ample time to hop in the car and drive over.
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October Meal at Durham Rescue Mission |
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On October 18, CGS is responsible for providing lunch at the DRM men’s campus. If you would like to help with this month’s meal, please sign up here. Drop off dishes in the main kitchen between 9:30-10:45am the morning of the meal. Thank you for your support of this ministry.
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Virtual Vision Trip with JJ & Susan |
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The Global Outreach Team invites you to join virtual vision trips around the world! Our next stop is in Spain. Join other CGS members for an hour of conversation on Zoom with JJ and Susan this Sunday, October 4, at 2:00pm. Bring your questions or come to just listen and learn. Did you miss the RSVP? Join us anyway! Email Bethany Porter for more information or for the Zoom link.
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Walking in Wisdom: Engaging Others in a Polarized Political Climate. Wednesday, October 21, 8:00-9:15pm
Peter calls believers “sojourners and exiles” whose conduct among unbelievers is to be “honorable”. How can we do this in our current cultural context? Bob Burns and Chuck Jacob will explore this question looking at Scripture and comments by Christians seeking to walk faithfully in the public square. There will be opportunities for interactive audience participation as well! Register for this webinar here. The Zoom link for this webinar is here. Passcode is wisdom.
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Shepherd Seniors Movie Group Discussion |
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CGS Shepherd Seniors are having their movie group discussion via Zoom on Thursday, October 8, from 2:30-3:15pm. If you would like the Zoom link or have any questions, please email Bruce Wells.
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Monday Night Women's Bible Study on Zoom |
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All CGS women are invited to join a Zoom Bible Study each Monday night from 8:00-9:00pm. Robin Kiefer is leading us through the book of Jeremiah, and we will discuss a chapter each week. Please click here to access the Zoom meeting. The passcode is 0533.
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We will be meeting outside at CGS. Please bring a lawn chair or blanket, and a mask!
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High School: October 4, 6:30-8:00pm
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Middle School: October 7, 6:30-8:00pm
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Shepherd Seniors & Friends Mountain Trip |
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The CGS Shepherd Seniors (and anyone who would like to join them) are planning a trip to the mountains October 12-14. The itinerary includes three waterfalls, a Grove Park Inn visit, a chocolate factory tour, and apple-picking at a major orchard. They will picnic outside for most meals. Masks and social distancing will be required on the trip. Accommodations are at the Hampton Inn of Hendersonville (155 Sugarloaf Rd), which is $94 plus tax per night. You will need to make your own personal reservations at the hotel (828-697-2333). If you plan to come, please contact Bruce Wells.
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Men's Bible Study Meeting Virtually |
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Our Friday morning Men's Bible Study is meeting virtually via Zoom for the foreseeable future at 7:00am each Friday. If anyone who is not currently involved with the Men's Bible Study wants more information, they can email Joseph Scanlon or Norman Acker.
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CGS SCHEDULE CHANGES
As a reminder, you may view ongoing CGS schedule changes here. In case you missed any previous church-wide emails with COVID-19 updates, you may view them all here.
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RACIAL TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION RESOURCES
We have a page on our website with recommended resources to explore more on the background and context for the racial unrest we have been facing as a country. You may view this page here and bookmark it for ongoing reference. We will continue to add additional resources to this page.
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CHILDREN'S MINISTRY REMINDERS
Parents of kids 5th grade & younger: As a reminder, we are providing resources for you to shepherd your youngest family members at home. You can check them out here. We would love for you to follow us on Instagram at @CGSKids for more content! If you would like to receive parent emails, contact Abigail Grebe.
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FOLLOW CGS ON INSTAGRAM
Don't forget to follow CGS on Instagram via @CGSDurham. We would love for you to share your Sunday worship photos with us so we can re-share with our church family. You may either DM your photos or post on your Instagram story and tag us!
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SERVE YOUR CGS NEIGHBORS
Head to our website to learn more about how you can serve your CGS neighbors through physical needs like grocery shopping for the medically vulnerable, or through lifting up your church family in prayer.
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CGS WORSHIP PLAYLIST
Thanks to Matt McClure, we now have a CGS worship playlist featuring over eight hours of music. You can access the playlist on Spotify and Apple Music.
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COMMUNITY GROUPS
If you would like to join a Community Group, email us and we will help you get plugged in!
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