The Columbia Weekly
March 16, 2023
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A Message from Pastor Scott |
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“Can a mother forget the baby at her breast
and have no compassion on the child she has borne?
Though she may forget,
I will not forget you!"
Isaiah 49:15
Have you ever forgotten an important birthday or anniversary or other special date? Have you ever had your birthday or special day forgotten? It doesn’t feel good to have your special day forgotten. I try to put birthdays and special days in my calendar, but sometimes... I forget!
God calls us to remember – remember holy days like Passover and the Sabbath, remember what God has done for you, remember the poor, and remember the broken body and spilled blood of Jesus when we celebrate the Lord’s Supper.
Sometimes we forget who we are, what God has done, and how much God loves us! But even though we may forget the most important things in life – like a mother forgetting her child – God will never forget you! The Prodigal story is a reminder that God does not forget us and write us off when we forget him and go off on our own, or when we stay at home but forget that love is at the core of who God is. This story tells us that there is always a warm embrace and open door to God’s house, it is even open to the rigid and hard-hearted Pharisee!
There is no better news than this: God remembers and loves both the wild living younger one, and the rigid and legalistic older sibling. I find that I am a mix of both of those people, what about you? You are not forgotten!
Pastor Scott
Read Isaiah 49:8-15 for this Sunday.
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New Worship Song - Clean
Here is a clip of the new worship song we introduced last week at the 10:30 service.
You are invited to worship through this song at home and then come and help us sing it again on Sunday!
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Work Camp Auction –
What to Expect from the Live Auction
Register Now
This Sunday, March 19
12:00PM
CPC Gym & Fellowship Hall
By this time, we hope you have registered online for the auction and have started to bid on silent auction items… but what can you expect from the Live Auction? We will do traditional paddle raising – so lots of fun banter back and forth between bidders and our auctioneer Matt Overton – and we will have all sorts of amazing items ranging from delicious meals and pies to crabbing and fishing trips to weekends away both near and far. Do you know any baseball fans? We have a Yogi Berra autographed baseball (as well as many others in the silent auction) and Mariners tickets.
Here are some important details for you to know:
- Lunch ticket purchases close at 5:00PM, Thursday, March 16.
- Silent auction items are available to view and bid on right now.
- Check in for the live auction begins at 12:00PM, Sunday, March 19 in the Chapel. After checking in, head to the Fellowship Hall to view the silent auction items and make any last minute bids, then continue on to the Gym to get settled in for lunch and the live auction.
- The auction website is www.auctria.events/CPCYouthAuction2023
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High School Work Camp
Registrations Due: Saturday, March 18
July 1-8
Montgomery, AL
Time is running out to register for this summer’s Work Camp. All current 9-12th grade youth are encouraged to join us this summer. Our planning team is hard at work to blend together service opportunities, times of learning and listening, and play in this year’s trip to Montgomery, AL. Please note that participation in the Work Camp Auction (both March 18 and 19) as well as a work party on May 6 are expected. If you cannot make any of these dates, please let us know right away and we will come up with alternative arrangements.
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Utmost Sunday Workouts
Childcare Now Available Upon Request
Everyone, ages 13 and up, are invited to join in a weekly workout on Sundays at 12:30PM in the Utmost gym. Childcare (up to 10 years old) is now available upon request for parents who wish to attend! Workouts are designed to be strenuous and are best suited for those willing to be consistent with their participation. There is a suggested donation of $40/month. Please eat a snack before you come, wear your workout clothes (laced sneakers are required), and join us indoors at the upper level gym!
If you plan to attend, please email Anne Overton at utmostathletics@gmail.com by Saturday 12:00PM, so that coaches can be prepared for you. If you need childcare, please also indicate that in your email.
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One Great Hour of Sharing Offering
This special PCUSA offering helps to feed the hungry, aid and shelter people overcoming catastrophe and conflict, and to resource communities working to cast off the bonds of poverty and oppression. If you would like to give to this special offering, you may find OGHS envelopes at the Welcome Desk.
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Middle School Spring 'Splosion
April 21-23
Trout Creek – Corbett, OR
Spring 'Splosion is quickly approaching! We hope that all our 6-8th grade youth will attend this awesome weekend at Trout Creek in Corbett, Oregon. We spend a lot of time playing games, hanging out, worshiping, chatting in small group discussion time and much more. We hope that you can make it – and you’re welcome to bring a friend!
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K2 Live Spring Retreat
April 21-22
Trout Creek - Corbett, OR
K2 kids (3 rd - 5 th graders), join us for a fun overnight retreat. Register by Wednesday, April 12. For details, email Anna Haagenson, K2 Director. |
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Middle School Bike Hike
July 30-August 5
Farragut State Park, Athol, ID
Bike Hike is more than camping, biking, and traveling across the state – it is a week filled with friendship, worship, relaxation, challenge, and fun. All students currently in 6-8th grade are invited – and yes, you can bring a friend! We cannot wait to be singing around a campfire this summer! If you are interested in being a leader on Bike Hike, please reach out to Lydia - it is not too late and there are many different roles and skills needed.
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Summer Sale Volunteers Needed
August 10-12
Volunteers are needed to help at the sale. Please contact Julie Mauk, 503-348-9820 or Lynne Libby, 360-521-0439. We have a place for you! Start saving your items to donate which will be accepted August 6 & 7.
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Maundy Thursday (April 6) at 7:00PM – We will have a service observing the Last Supper which will include communion, anointing, scripture readings, singing, and a meditation.
Good Friday (April 8) – You are invited to drop in to the Sanctuary for a simple prayer vigil anytime between 3:00-8:00PM. We will have a guided meditation that you may use to direct your prayers.
Easter Sunday (April 9) – Join us as we celebrate the resurrection!
7:30AM Traditional Service with the Adult Choir
9:00AM Traditional Service with the Adult Choir
10:30AM Contemporary Service
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GLIMPSES OF GOD IN SENEGAL
Sunday, March 26
9:00AM & 10:30AM
Chapel
The Senegal Go Team is excited to share the "Glimpses of God" they saw in Senegal on their recent trip, representing CPC as the hands and feet of Christ. From delivering clothing and medical supplies to the Falls who support the Talibe street boys to 2 new Christian churches to small groups of non-believers meeting to learn more about the Word, things are happening in Senegal. Please join the Go Team for highlights of the trip and encouraging stories of God's love in Senegal. The team thanks you all so much for your support!
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The Washington State Department of Health’s free at-home testing program for COVID is ending on May 11. You can continue to order free COVID-19 home test kits from the Say Yes! COVID Test website; however, eligibility has changed to focus on Washington communities that are most in need. Federally supplied free at-home tests remain available to order for all while supplies last. Insurers are still required to cover the cost of eight at-home tests per covered member per month until the end of the federal public health emergency on May 11.
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If you have medical equipment or supplies you have finished using and would like to donate them, The Caring Closet at 2700 Andresen Rd. (Suite D4) is the place! They provide “gently used items” to those in need and are open from 10:00AM-1:00PM on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. You can also email them to see if they can use your equipment/supplies or if you need these items: info@acaringcloset.org.
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In Sympathy:
- The Basich and Carlson families on the death of Cindy Basich, wife of John and mother of Gabriel Basich and Mylei Carlson, who died on March 9. A service will be held in the Sanctuary on Saturday, April 22 at 2:00PM.
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The Porterfield family on the death of Ron. A service will be held in the Sanctuary on Saturday, March 25 at 2:00PM.
In Concern:
- Jerry Rolling - health concerns
- Susan Tjahjadi - complications from eye surgery
- Mark Rees - recovering from a heart attack
- Mike Wheeler - recovering from shoulder surgery
- Pat Henderson - recovery & rehabilitation from partial hip replacement
- Dan Zeamer - recovering from surgery
- Ilona Kecskemethy - upcoming surgery on March 20
- Russ Parker - preventative cancer treatments
- Kay Thorpe - recovering from a stroke
- Mary Carlson - health concerns
- Angie Staley - treatment for breast cancer
- Harry Kiick - recovering from heart surgery
- Sheila Hockley - recovering from a fall and surgery
- Jim Jacobson - recovering from surgery
- Judi Trist - undergoing cancer treatment
- Barbara Van Nostern - recovering from a fall
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Ways to Give:
- By Mail or Bill Pay through your financial institution
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Other Types of Giving:
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Vancouver, WA 98664
(360) 694-7549
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