CHARLESTON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Christian Pioneer Weekly Newsletter
June 9, 2023
"We Seek God's Truth in His Word and Salvation in
Jesus Christ Who is Lord of All"
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CPC Vision:
"To become flourishing disciples of Jesus Christ who live out
His Great Commandments and His Great Commission"
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CLICK ON THE VIDEO BELOW TO HEAR MAY 21st SERMON
"How Much for the Human Soul"
Dr. Earl A. Bland
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Charleston Presbyterian Church
Worship Service for:
June 11, 2023
9:45 A.M.
First Scripture Lesson:
Hebrews 12:5-13
Second Scripture Lesson:
Acts 4:32-5:11
Sermon:
"The Fate of Ananias and Sapphira"
Preacher: Dr. Earl A. Bland
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Patrick Henry was quoted as saying, “Now is the time for all good men to come to the aid of the party.” Much later, that phrase was used as a typing drill with the altered words, “Now is the time for all good men to come to the aid of their country.” As the Pastor Nominating Committee begins its search for a permanent Pastor for CPC, we need to continue to lift them up and our church in prayer. Now is the time for all of us to come to the aid of this church.
When Jesus was arrested and led away to stand trial, it was a crucial time in the life of the disciples. And they also had a choice. They could continue to support Jesus and His ministry or just give up and walk away and even deny that they knew Him. We all know what happened after Jesus was taken: they all ran away. They were confused. They were scared.
When difficult circumstances arise and we are unsure of the future or we are facing great changes, sometimes we may feel like giving up and walking away. But now is not the time to reduce our commitment to Christ and to His people. Now is not the time to “back away” because we do not like what a new leadership might look like. Now is not the time to rain on other peoples’ parades with negativity or dire predictions. Now is not the time to withhold from the Lord’s work because we are not sure of tomorrow. Now is not the time to abandon the Lord’s work at CPC.
Rather, now is the time to jump in with both feet! Now is the time to recommit to Jesus and His true Church. Now is the time for the disciples of Jesus to come to the aid of Charleston Presbyterian Church – which He established. Can Christ count on you and me to support Him and to help keep this congregation alive and growing?
In Christ’s Service,
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Discussions
Sunday School Class
Sundays at 9:00 a.m.
in the
Family Life Center
The Discussions Class will continue with Week 22 of its 2023 year on Sunday, June 11. We are discussing a DVD titled, THE CHOSEN. This Sunday we continue the episode titled, “INVITATIONS.” Please join us even if you haven't been attending.
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The Better Together
Ladies Bible Study Group
The Ladies Bible Study is studying “John 1-3: The Word Became Flesh” by Matt Chandler. It focuses on the nature of Christ and how belief in Him leads to true life. We meet every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. in the Family Life Center. Call Susan Daniel (843-696-6855) or email bdaniel222@comcast.net if you have any questions. Please feel free to bring a friend. (The Ladies Bible Study will not meet on July 4th.)
Join us on Tuesdays at 10:00 AM in the Family Life Center
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Men's Bible Study
Wednesday's 7:30 AM (FLC)
(Coffee, Breakfast & Fellowship Included!)
This group is studying: John 1-12, Part 1: The Living Word of God
The Men’s Bible Study has begun a 12-lesson series on the first 12 chapters of John. It is written by Douglas Connelly and based on John’s account of the life of Christ during his life and ministry. John was with Jesus as a disciple during His ministry and the book is his account of that period. We meet each Wednesday at 7:30 am in the Family Life Center for Bible study, fellowship, breakfast and coffee. We would like you to join us for this study. If you have questions, call Elton Waldrop at 843-460-0088.
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Prayer Partners
Join our Partners
in- Prayer E-Mail List
(send pastorswifelife@outlook.com
your email address to join the Prayer Partners)
SEND
Prayer Requests to:
RECEIVE:
Prayer Partners will be emailed all CPC prayer requests for our intercessory prayers.
PRAY:
God will do the rest!
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2023 CHARLESTON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
FLOWER COMMITTEE
Meet the women dedicated to bringing God glory throughout the year by creating and displaying the:
Church Altar Flowers each Sunday,
Special Dedication Flowers,
Christmas Advent Trees/Wreaths and Window Decorations
as well as the
Fellowship Table Decorations for CPC Events.
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2023
CPC
FLOWER
CREATORS
(L to R Leita Shroyer; Charleen Hammond; Cindy Parrish; Susan Daniel; Annette Truluck; Joan Willard; Ellen Deane; and Laura Bland
~If your talent is in flower arranging,
we need you.~
Contact Charleen Hammond if you would be interested in being part of this extraordinary group ~
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Would you like a special flower arrangement to honor or remember a certain someone near and dear to you, or extend a birthday blessing or an anniversary celebration?
The Sunday morning worship service flower arrangements are created by a team of people that enjoy taking the beauty of flowers and arranging them to honor and glorify God.
Email, sign-up in the side entrance hallway, or call the church office to choose the Sunday that you would like to give towards this ministry. Your special arrangement will be announced in that Sunday's bulletin.
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JUNE ELDER CONTACTS:
ELDER(S) ON CALL:
COVENANT PARTNER:
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JUNE
BIRTHDAY
CELEBRATIONS
June 1 - Jody Crouse
June 5 - Keerthama Samuvel
June 7 - Pat Hornsby
June 8 - Ray Wilson
June 9 - Don Hammond
June 9 - Mallory Laing
June 13 - Lloyd Adams
June 14 - Alexandra Morris
June 23 - Marilyn Morris
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Check out the mission fields that God has CPC actively working in. |
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A non-denominational, non-profit providing food, clothing, medical care, counseling, job placement, shelter, financial assistance and vital services to the impoverished. We offer a safe, compassionate, and inviting place for all people in need.
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Please bring your non-perishable goods to church each Sunday to be collected in the boxes on the back pew of the overflow section.
Rev. Kara Joy Stewart
Executive Director
Neighbors Together (formerly Tricounty Family Ministries)
2105 Cosgrove Ave.
North Charleston, SC 29405
work – 843.747.1788
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In the middle of the highway between San Jose & Cartago lies a village called ‘Fierro’. I went evangelizing on this day and it wasn’t long before I discovered an older man named Fernelli Rojas Rios. One way that Fernelli makes ends meet is that he picks and gathers the ripe coffee-cherries which have 2 coffee beans in each one, as seen in the picture of him above. This helps give Fernelli a form of income along with other little jobs that he does.
After talking with Fernelli for quite some time, he told me the reason that he attends a local Catholic Church. He made it clear that it was not because he was Catholic or that he believed any of their teachings. The reason that he goes to the Catholic Church is because he feels that God has him there for a reason. The reason is to tell others going there the truth of God’s word and to lead them away from the false teachings or false dogma of the Catholic Church. Please pray for Fernelli that Jesus will continue to use him in a mighty way to lead people away from idolatry and into a personal relationship with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
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This past week, we had a team down from Missouri to do mission work here in Costa Rica. As you can see in the top left hand corner of the picture, the team had to be brave by crossing an “Indian Jones” like swinging bridge to enter into that particular village. The group knocked on doors as you can see in the upper right hand corner where Holly was sharing the gospel with Angela and opening the door for me to do future bible studies in her home. In the bottom left corner, you can see that the team also went ziplining where they continued the “Indian Jones” idea where only a “leap of faith” could help one get to the other side. |
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Giving towards the mission work with the Folk Family in Costa Rica is easy : Just click on the Folk Family Ministries logo above and you'll be brought straight to the secure website. Bless you for helping the Folks serve in the mission field. |
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~Jacob and Courtenay Folk ~ Missionaries
With Daughters, Lizzy & Sophia
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(To partner with the Folk’s by donating & becoming
part of our ministry in Costa Rica simply scan
this QR CODE with your camera and it will link
you to Jacob & Courtenay at Global Outreach International)
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FOLK FAMILY BLEND COFFEE
Simply contact “Dan the coffee man” at High Point Roasters
(Ask for the The Folk Family Blend)
Office (Mail Orders): 662-534-9797
Cell: 662-316-7382
739 L-2 Hwy 15 North - New Albany, MS 38652
(Just Remember to ask for the The Folk Family Blend)
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YOUNG LIFE OF
WEST ASHLEY
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Each Monday evening in the Family Life Center @ 6:00
West Ashley YoungLife
Their Mission:
Introducing adolescents to Jesus Christ and helping them grow in their faith.
Working with the local church is important to Young Life:
Although congregations can minister in ways we can’t, Young Life has inroads in communities with kids who are disinterested in church. However, as Young Life staff and leaders care for these kids, we try to help them become lifelong followers of Jesus Christ who will one day be active in the life of a local church.
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CHARLESTON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
STAFF
1 Thessalonians 5:2-3 "We give thanks to God always for all of you, making mention of you in our prayers; constantly bearing in mind your work of faith and labor of love and steadfastness"
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Senior Pastor/Head of Staff
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Sandy Floyd
Administrative Assistant
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Robin White
Lead Nursery Caretaker
Children's Sunday School
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Have a questions for our staff? Want to hear a piece of music from the choir that just makes you feel closer to God? Do you have a special piece of Christian music you would like played during the pre-service worship time? By clicking on their name, you will be able to email them directly to make your request or ask your question.
We are here to serve a wonderful God and His people.
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