It's Not About The Religion,
It's About The Relationship!
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This week's message:
"A
Powerful Passion...
Peter"
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Happy Thursday Church!
As I write this, I just got back from having an amazing lunch with our church administrator, Pat Peterson, Assistant Pastor Debbie, and recent Service Recognition recipient, Marlene Rauch. Best lunch date I have had in a long while. We went out to celebrate National
Administrator’s Day and we have THE BEST in Southern California. Pat Peterson is not only incredible at her job, but she is also the sweetest spirit that I could ever hope to be around, never mind work with. Thank you, Pat.
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Last Sunday morning was such a special day. I found myself over the moon with our musicians. Michael Pritchard, our new keyboard player, along with Jeff, Jazzmine, Chris, and Bernie have become quite the group. As a musician, I would say, “That band is TIGHT.” My heart is grateful for the support they give all of us every Sunday Morning.
This coming Sunday, we will continue our sermon series on Passion.
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Last week it was the passion of Thomas and this week we will spend time with, “the Rock,” Peter himself. I hope you will come and join us in worship.
Until Sunday, keep searching your lives for your passion. Where does it lie? How can your passion be used for others? How can my place of great joy and fulfillment, be used for Christ in His church? (Folks who heard last Sunday’s message ... Did you notice all the
questions?) I love being your pastor!
Holding you close and lifting you high!
Pastor Greg
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A Message from Pastor Debbie | |
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Happy week!
As I write this today in the office I feel so blessed. We celebrated Administrators Day in the office. Please take some time this week to thank Pat Peterson for all the work she does. And thank Marlene Rauch, whom we honored last week in worship, for the extra support she gives us in the office. What a team we have!
Don’t forget that on Saturday, we have a hike! We are going to Goodan’s Ranch located in the Sycamore Canyon Preserve. It is located at 16281 Sycamore Canyon Road in Poway. This is a new place for me, so I am so excited. There are three trails, but one has an old house, restrooms, and picnic tables. See you at the trial staging area right where Sycamore Canyon Road ends.
Another exciting tidbit is that the International Hand Launch Gliders Competition is happening off Garden Road, across from the school. I know this has nothing to do with church, but I am excited that people from all over the world are coming to a field in our fair town. They put away all differences and focus on what they have in common. Think about that.
Blessings,
Pastor Debbie
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PRAYERS FROM OUR PEOPLE
John Whitacre, surgery April 20th
Mike, friend of Maryjo Longo
Jim Lindsay, surgery
Andrea, Jim E. sister in law
Mike, Susan Gurriell’s brother
Midori, Pat Peterson’s former co worker
Jan, friend of Rosemary and of Pam
Maddy, Kraig’s cousin who passed on Monday. Prayers for family and Friends
Charles Letbetter, friend of Pastor Greg
Destiny Wild, friend of Freddie
Ray Lampman, healing
William, Kristie’s friend
Sue, friend of Kristie
Dianne Florio
Joanne Jonas
Nina Melad
Betty Nagatani
Jim Siltanen
Sam, Felicia, and Nellie-Felicia’s Sister
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UPCOMING EVENTS & WEEKLY NEWS | |
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The Center's 17th Annual Dining Out for Life San Diego!
Dine out and Give Back!
April 27, 2023
Participating restaurants will donate 25% or more of their sales to The Center's HIV/AIDS services and prevention programs.
Click here for a link to Participating Restaurants
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Do you love Agape Café? We all do!
Each week groups have volunteered to set up the fun treats and help with set up and clean up. If you can help out, contact the groups.
1st Sunday of the Month – CARE Board
2nd Sunday of the Month – Outreach Board
3rd Sunday of the Month – Council
4th Sunday of the Month – Music Ministry
5th Sunday of the Month – OPEN
Thank you to everyone for enhancing our Fellowship time!
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Save the date!
Cinco de Mayo/Kentucky Derby Women’s Fellowship
Saturday, May 6th at 11:30am,
Casa de Longo. Sign up’s will be in the Fellowship Hall. All are welcome.
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Greetings from Outreach,
Basket Sunday
This month we are collecting items to be taken to Guatemala by our team. The organization we work with, Fundamaya, works with the Mayan population in many ways, primarily through a system of preschools and an elder care community center.
There is also a new sewing course that Fundamaya offers. The students receive instruction in sewing and in running a business. When they graduate, they are given a sewing machine. The CCP Sewing Ministry has supported the sewing course by sending fabric, thread, and sewing machines.
The following items have been requested for the various programs.
For the Preschools:
• New socks
• New and gently used shoes, size 10-2
For the Elderly Mayans:
• Reading glasses (any magnification)
• Canes
For the Sewing Course:
• Monetary donations for shipment of large
items like sewing machines.
• Sewing notions
Thank You so much for all your support of all our Mission Projects
The Outreach Ministry
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The JOY of FOOD!
Each week there will be a “Recipe of the Week” for the Buzz!
There will be a red basket in the Narthex where you can drop off your favorite recipes or please email them to julie@ccpucc.org. It can be any recipe from family favorites to ones recently discovered! We will be encouraging you to share your thoughts after you made the dish too.
Since I did not receive any new entries this week, I will be re-posting previous recipes!- Julie
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This week's recipe is Green Chile Cheese Squares!
Click Here for Green Chile Cheese Squares Recipe!
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Who's got an upcoming BIRTHDAY?
The Community Church of Poway wishes the following member a Happy Birthday. We hope you have a blessed day celebrating YOU!
Check back next week!
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Things to Look Forward To! | |
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Adult Scripture Review:
Sunday’s following worship in the fireside room!
Email Susan Gurriell
at sgurriell@gmail.com
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Books & More
In May Books & More will read and discuss The Secret Keeper by Kate Morton.
During a picnic in the English countryside, 16-year-old Laurel Nicolson witnesses a shocking crime. Clue by clue, she traces a secret history of three strangers from vastly different worlds thrown together in war-torn London
Books & More will meet at our regular meeting place, the Fireside Room on Tuesdays at 10:00 am. Please Note we will no longer be meeting over ZOOM.
All are welcome to join us.
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Your Favorite Weekly Joke | |
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Thank you for checking out our BUZZ! Here is what you were waiting for! If you have a favorite joke or any tips to make the BUZZ even better, please send emails to julie@ccpucc.org :)
Joke of the Week:
Every time I take my dog to the park, the ducks try to bite him. That’s what I get for buying a pure bread dog….
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