October 30, 2018


Let's Redeem Halloween! 

In lieu of Midweek tomorrow evening, Carmel will scatter all over the Charlotte area!  Why? So you can be present with your neighbors - and "redeem Halloween." It is a great opportunity to strengthen or start to build relationships with your neighbors.

Click here for ideas on how you can redeem Halloween.   

Click here for a thoughtful reflection on "how to engage with our community on Halloween" written by Carmel member Renee Ratcliffe.


NEWS

Carmel Serve Thank You
The Carmel family has generously served several local ministry partners and built relationships this past week through Carmel Serve. Thank you to all who participated - including this team that served with the Pregnancy Resource Center! If you have stories or pictures from your Carmel Serve experience, email them to [email protected]. 
Celebrating 10 Years
This week Tim Wishon celebrates 10 years of service as Carmel's Church Administrator. Tim is married to Gayle and dad to Caleb and Elizabeth.  

Tim felt called by God to retire from Bank of America at age 50.  His heart was called to minister to the people of Murmansk, Russia. However, given the limited opportunities to do full-time ministry there, and seeing the opportunity to serve his church (using his gifts and talents), he applied for the Church Administrator position in 2008.

Although he serves Carmel full-time, Tim still manages to go to Murmansk as often as he is able and stays in touch with his ministry partners, friends and new believers while he's here in the States. Click here to drop Tim a note of thanks or encouragement.
Collecting Notes for Sean & Jae Lee 
This Sunday mark's Sean Lee's final Sunday morning as Children's Minister before she and her husband Jae relocate to Washington DC. If the Lord has worked through Sean to disciple you or someone in your family, we invite you to write a note of thanks or a prayer for Sean and Jae and place it in the Drop Box at the Welcome Center when complete! If you prefer to email your message, send it here. 
Fall Collection benefits  Vulnerable Children + Families
Through the end of the year, our Carmel Collection will support vulnerable children and families. Donated items will provide a one-of-a-kind shopping experience for foster childen and baby bundles for new moms. Details here. 
Women, if you missed Evening of Empowerment...
We recorded it! Watch below to be reminded of what God's Word says about redemption and celebrate personal testimonies of second chances. 


Disaster Response: Needs Are Great

In North Carolina: Recovery work volunteers are needed for teams serving two hours east of Charlotte .

In Florida: Feeding team volunteers are needed for upcoming trip dates.

Details about these trips coordinated through NC Baptist can be found here.

This Week

Thursday - Nov 1
Join us to learn more about the mission, vision and identity of Carmel's next church plant. Details here. 
Saturday - Nov 3
L everage the experience and wisdom of noteworthy leaders to be encouraged and equipped to lead well in uncertain times at Nonprofit Leadership Summit. Registration closes Wednesday at 6:00pm. Details here.
Sunday - Nov 4
Pastor Alex teaches How to Live Out Your Faith (James 2:14-26) and Lord's Supper will be observed at 8:00, 9:30 and 11:00am. Don't forget to "fall back" one hour on Saturday night as daylight savings time ends.
Need Prayer? Stop by the Prayer Room between services - intercessors are ready to pray with and for you. 
Not yet connected? Stop by the Carmel Room (near the Welcome Center) so we can meet you, answer your questions and help you explore next steps.
Tuesday - Nov 6
Mom's of Preschoolers gather for a monthly time of dinner, fellowship and encouragement. Details here.

Looking Ahead

2nd Tuesday Focus on Orphans + Foster Families (Nov 13)
Pastor Alex hosts this monthly guided prayer at 7:00am in Carmel's Uptown Auditorium. November is Adoption Awareness Month so our prayer time will be focused on praying for the Orphan. 
For Parents 
Be sure to read your ministry-specific emails! Here are a few reminders:
  • Carmel Kidz Famjam (Nov 7) will focus on "COOPERATION: Working together to do more than you can do alone." 
  • Parent Cue (Nov 8) is a night of equipping at Forest Hill South Park with great speakers and a Carmel discount. 
  • Carmel Christian School Open House (Nov 15) is a great way to learn about our K-12 school ministry. 
  • The Pause Retreat (Nov 16-18) - is an unplugged weekend with Jesus for High School Students. Register + submit paperwork by Nov 7.
  • Passion 2019 (Jan 2-4) gathers thousands of high school seniors and college students for worship and teaching. Registration closes soon! 

What else is happening at Carmel?
Check out the full calendar online here .

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