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A few weeks ago, I crossed another year of life on this planet. When that occasion comes every 365 days, I pause for a moment and reflect on all God has taught me and how I can improve as a leader, pastor, husband, father, and as a friend. Leading a ministry such as Christian Adoption Services is a privilege but also carries with it a lot of responsibility. Each day brings new challenges, but I absolutely love it and believe our mission is so worth it! My reflective takeaway from this past year is this – “Don’t sweat the small stuff.” This is a lot easier to say than to actually do, isn’t it? Most of the little challenges that cause me anxiety or to be upset don’t really matter when it comes to eternity. I think a heavenly perspective, or at least comparing our biggest challenge to all Jesus went through, should put our hearts at ease over the small things. Of course, the Bible addresses this issue clearly in Philippians 4:6 saying, “Do not be anxious about anything.” I hope that encourages each of you today in what may be burdening you at this very moment.
The ministry continues to move at a fast pace with many exciting ventures including a ground-breaking moment as CAS will open its very first birth mom home. This home will be a place to help moms get back on their feet after placement. We are so thankful the Lord is bringing this dream to reality. We will share more details in the fall about this exciting project which we are naming “Emmanuel Home”.
CAS Family Picnics are back! We are so excited to host these events this year after missing them in 2020. Please see additional information in this newsletter about how you and your family can sign up for picnics coming in just a few weeks in both the Charlotte and Raleigh areas.
We are finally able to celebrate our move to the Indian Trail office with a ribbon cutting and open house on August 26th. As many of you know, we moved from Matthews to our current location on Idlewild Road in Indian Trail in April of 2020. Due to Covid we were unable to celebrate this move with the community then, but now is the time. We are also excited to share at this open house some additional space we have recently added for more offices and an expanded conference area. We hope to see many of our CAS families and friends of the ministry at this event next month.
I hope each of you has a great rest of your summer, and don’t forget in the craziness of life to not sweat the small stuff! May God bless each of you!
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Kevin Qualls
Senior Director
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Kevin's Speaking Schedule
7/18 – FBC Sanford, N.C.
7/25 -Sharon Baptist, Charlotte, N.C.
8/1 – West Cabarrus Church, Concord, N.C.
8/29 – FBC Rocky Mount, N.C.
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"Let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season, we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." Galatians 6:9
Hey families! Want to know what gives us motivation to keep on? It's when we hear your sweet little ones have come to know Jesus. Would you be willing to share if the child/ren you've adopted through CAS know Jesus as their savior? BONUS: if you have photos/videos of them being baptized, saying prayers etc. we would love to see them (you can send to Sheryl at snaylor@bchfamily.org).
Stories, photos, and videos will not be shared outside the agency without your permission.
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We missed gathering with our CAS families last summer! Plans are now underway for our annual picnics, so don't miss your chance to check this event off of your family's summer fun list! Our picnics are fun, casual events where our adoptive families have a chance to visit and play together. There is no cost to attend, and lunch is provided. Registration is open, so sign up and make plans to join us. Whether you adopted years ago, recently took placement, or are in process, we would love to see you at the picnic nearest you!
Charlotte Area Family Picnic - Indian Trail, NC
Saturday, July 24th; 10am – 1pm
register here by July 16th
Raleigh Area Family Picnic - Apex, NC
Saturday, July 31st; 10am – 1pm
register here by July 23rd
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Thursday, August 26th
Outdoor Ribbon Cutting @ 4pm
Open House 4:30-6pm
All friends of CAS are invited to join us for the ribbon cutting for our newly-expanded headquarters. Last summer, COVID prevented us from inviting you to see the new space in Indian Trail; but now that we are expanding that space, we can't wait to show it off! We believe God provided this new home for many reasons, and we look forward to many years to come! Plan now to join us on August 26th.
*If you plan to attend, please help us plan by completing this simple form.
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Plans are underway for our annual silent auction. We are looking for items that participants would like to bid on, things such as event tickets, gift certificates, electronics, jewelry, gift baskets, and services such as haircuts, photography sessions or spa days. Funds raised through our silent auction help us to continue providing excellent service to families who feel called to adopt as well as support for women who make a sacrificial decision for their child. If you have personal contacts that would be willing to donate a product or service, this is a great way to introduce them to the ministry. Also, be on the lookout for your opportunity to bid September 12th through 16th - more details coming soon. Contact our Events Coordinator, Sonia Livingston, to receive an auction request letter and donation form. Thanks for your help in ensuring a successful auction!
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Monday, September 13th
Cedarwood Country Club
Registration is now open for the 6th Annual Golf Challenge in Charlotte, sponsored by New City Church. Various sponsorship levels are available, or you can register as a team/individual. Your participation helps CAS continue the important work of connecting vulnerable children with Christian families.
To accommodate the tremendous growth we've experienced with this event, the tournament will be played with tee times beginning at 8am. This fun day includes golf on a gorgeous course along with beverages and snacks, prizes for contests, awesome golfer gifts, and lunch. Registration is open through August 20th. We encourage you to sign up soon as the more popular tee times will fill up fast.
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Fall Benefit Banquets
We are excited to return to larger in-person gatherings for our fall benefit banquets. Plan now to join us in Spartanburg or Rocky Mount for these events that provide critical funding for the work of Christian Adoption Services. We will enjoy fellowship and delicious food at two beautiful venues, but more importantly you will hear about the work God is doing in the lives of women and families through CAS. Registration will open soon, so be on the lookout for more info.
Spartanburg Benefit
Thursday, October 14th
Chapman Cultural Center in downtown Spartanburg
Rocky Mount Benefit
Thursday, November 4th
Rose Hill in Nashville, NC
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