ReCAP | Mar 2013

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Stories from the past, inspiring our future

Volume 4, Issue 2

2013 Theme: From Membership to Discipleship

March 2013

You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hid.

Inside this issue:

- Matt 5:14 We Are Witnesses!

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We Are Witnesses!

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Shawn Boonstra

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Valentines Banquet

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Alcohol & Cancer

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Dear Capitol City Church Family:

Lord I Declare!

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Making the Link

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Couple’s Night Out

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Youth SPOTlight

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Earliteen Class

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Wow, what a wonderful start to a brand New Year. January and February have been wonderful months of ministry here at Capitol City. The Spirit of God is moving among us and it is evident as lives are being transformed. The words of the Prophet Isaiah in Isaiah 43:19 are ringing true for us. God says, “For I am about to do a brand-new thing. See, I have already begun! Do you not see it? I will make a pathway through the wilderness for my people to come home. I will create rivers for them in the desert!”

Several individuals have made commitments to God and we’ve witnessed new birth by baptism since the start of the year.

Calendar of Events

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How to iWitness

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We Are Witnesses!

by Pastor William Lee

Pastor William J Lee

Over the last couple of months I have been reminding us that we must allow God to have complete control in our lives. For it is when the Spirit of God dwells in us that genuine reformation and transformation will happen. Again, I want to encourage you to daily ask God for the fresh baptism of the Holy Spirit (Luke 11:13).

Yesterday’s victories will not suffice for today’s battles. We need a fresh anointing from God each day.

Since the first Sabbath of this year I have been teaching and preaching about our theme for the year. By now I’m sure you have heard our church theme for 2013 is, “From Membership to Discipleship.” God has not called us just to be “members” in the church, but the biblical mandate is that we become “disciples.” Disciples are spiritual, committed, and faithful. Discipleship is an experience. It takes more than a mere one time belief. It is a life long commitment. It has to be practiced for a lifetime. It calls for following Jesus. It calls for spreading the gospel. It calls for responding to the needs of others. It calls for making other disciples. It calls for going. The Discipleship Model asks people to risk the safety and ease of what they’ve known in order to leave a legacy of offering freedom and healing and relief for people in need. We are disciples of Jesus Christ.

One of the highlights of the past two months happened on Sabbath February 16. We called this day, “Bring a Friend to Church Sabbath.” On that Sabbath we saw over 400 individuals attend our morning worship services. The Spirit of God was present and many

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We Are Witnesses! (continued)

by Pastor William J Lee

responded to the appeal to accept Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior. Many more commented about their positive experience at Capitol City and countless seeds were sowed! To God be the glory! Let me also say, “Thank you” Capitol City for sharing your faith.

Remember, church growth studies anywhere between 80 – 96% of “unchurched” persons said they would attend church if invited. (churchcentral.com) God has called us to be His witnesses. (Isaiah 43:10-12). Jesus said we are the “salt and light of the world.” (Matthew 5) When Andrew found Jesus he brought his brother Peter to Jesus. We whom have received light from the Lord should share the light with a dying world. Let’s model the disciples in the Bible by inviting others into a saving relationship with Jesus Christ. Remember the words of Jesus, “For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost.” Luke 19:10. Let’s throw out the life-line.

As we continue this year here’s what I need for us to do: Make Jesus your top priority!

Pray for the Outpouring of the Holy Spirit Come to Church!

Join at least one (1) Ministry Give financially to help advance God’s Kingdom Support Church events!

Invite someone to church each week!

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Shaun Boostra | Coming to Capitol City on Mar 9th

by Pastor William Lee

Pastor Shawn Boonstra, the former Speaker/Director for the World-Wide Television Ministry of "It Is Written", will be our Divine Hour Speaker on Mar 9th. Pastor Boonstra will also be holding an Evangelism training at the Glendale Seventh-day Adventist Church on Mar 9th, 3p Boonstra made the decision to commit his life to gospel ministry after attending an It Is Written series in the city of Victoria 17 years ago.

Between 2004 and 2010, he appeared weekly on the main It Is Written television program (and podcast).

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In the last few years, Boonstra has held major series in Portland, Los Angeles, and even the heart of Rome! He has written more than 15 books. His clear grasp of Scripture and his warm, dynamic presentation style have been an inspiration to many. He, his wife Jean, and their two daughters live in Southern California.

Volume 4, Issue 2

Valentine’s School Banquet

by Norris Ncube

To see images from this event, scan this barcode with your smart phone’s barcode reader app or visit http:// bit.ly/13kJVbE .

Photography courtesy of Wayne Burrell

See all of our church photos by clicking the ‘Church Photos’ tab on our website. www.capitolcitysdachurch.org

The churches and community members came together in support of the school’s endeavors. We had an unprecedented attendance where every chair in the building was used and it was standing room only. Young people displayed their talents in music (singing,

The program raised $3,000+, which will be used for general expenses of the school.

Special thanks and recognition go to Sister Lizzie Strange, Sharon Justice, Latoria ThomasLee (Home & School Ministry Leader, Capitol City Seventh-day Adventist Church), Sibhekile Washington (Education Ministry Leader, Capitol City Seventh-day Adventist Church), Carmelita Richardson, Jennifer Bolejack, Debra Wilburn-Jointer and many others who worked behind the scenes.

Up next for our school is an International Day Celebration coming in mid-May. This is another occasion where the community celebrates the

strengths of its diversity and reaches out to help the school meet the needs of the school.

If you would like to support the students and faculty of the Capitol City Seventh-day Adventist School, simply contact Principal Norris Ncube (nncube@lakeregionsda.org | 317-874-8528).

Photography courtesy of Wayne Burrell

and playing instruments). Community members added to the day by doing hair, and dressing the children for the show. The highlight of the evening were the models of all ages that took to the runway to strut their stuff for the cameras.

Photography courtesy of Wayne Burrell

On Sunday Feb 10th, the Capitol City Seventh-day Adventist School held a Talent and Fashion Show fundraiser.

The goal is to involve the constituency in raising funds for the general expenses of the school.

Donations can be made by either sending a check addressed to Capitol City Seventh-day Adventist School, 2143 Boulevard Place, Indianapolis, IN 46202 or you can make a donation through any of our area constituent Adventist churches.

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Health Nugget | Alcohol and Cancer

by Dr. Avonelle Dorant

Alcohol use was responsible for about 3.5% of all cancer deaths in the U.S. in 2009, according to a study in the American Journal of Public Health. Researchers combined results of population surveys about alcohol use with the relative risks for cancer mortality observed in meta-analyses. In men, the majority of the alcohol-related cancer deaths were due to cancers of the oral cavity, pharynx, larynx, and esophagus. In women, the majority were due to breast cancer. Each cancer death resulted in roughly 18 years of potential life lost. Roughly 30% of the alcohol-attributable cancer deaths occurred in people who drank about 1.5 or fewer drinks per day.

As to the mechanism for these effects, the authors offer: "genotoxic effects of acetaldehyde, production of reactive oxygen or nitrogen species, changes in folate metabolism, increased estrogen concentration, or serving as a solvent for tobacco metabolites." The authors call for clear statements of the danger from healthcare organizations, emphasizing that "there is no safe level at which there is no cancer risk."

Alcohol and breast cancer Alcohol may also raise a woman’s chance of developing breast cancer. Each additional 10 grams of alcohol (the amount in about one 4-oz glass of wine) per day raises the relative risk of developing breast cancer over a lifetime by about 10% . Here’s Some Perspective: A woman’s overall lifetime risk of breast cancer is almost 9 in 100 if she drinks no alcohol. Two drinks per day increases the risk to just over 10 in 100, while six drinks a day ups her risk to about 13 in 100.

SOURCE(S): American Journal of Public Health article (http://bit.ly/XE2cN1 - Free Abstract); Background: Journal Watch General Medicine summary on alcohol lowering the risk for CHD and overall mortality (http://bit.ly/YB2Nv5 - registration required)

Stewardship Emphasis | Lord I Declare!

by Nicole Morris

When you’re considering giving offering to the church, you may be feeling as many of us have at one time or another, that you have too much going on to return 10% of your earnings let alone an additional offering. You may say “God, I just don’t I can return what you have asked me and still be able to make it.” “God, I do return my tithe faithfully, but I can’t foresee giving a liberal offering on top of that.” “Lord, I just don’t agree with what the church board does with the money that is given.” “Lord, now you know everything. So you know that with all my bills and obligations that there’s not enough left to return to you.” It’s not enough to pray about these feelings, but we must these 5 declarations: Lord I declare that I will..

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1. ...no longer believe that I can’t

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make it if I follow your commands because you said you shall supply all of my needs. ...not only return a faithful tithe, but I will prove you Lord by giving a liberal offering. ...no longer concern myself with what others are doing, but that I am being faithful unto you in tithes & offering. I will trust that you have a hand in what our church leaders are doing and that it is to your name’s honor and glory. ..return to you first what you have asked of me and know that you will take care of the rest. ...not complain about the needs of the church if I am not doing my part.

All of these things are mountains

that simply need to move out of our way. God says that you can speak to the mountain and tell it to move. Tell your mountain, whether it be debt, doubt, addiction, affliction, or whatever it is that is keeping you from serving God and being faithful in your tithes and offering.

Tell it: “You will not defeat me, you will come at me with natural weapons, but I come at you in the name of my Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. So I declare that you be removed. I am blessed and I can not be cursed.”

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by Dr Avonelle Dorant

Photography courtesy of Norris Ncube

Frank Sinatra once sang “Love and Marriage, Go together like a horse and carriage...” On February 16th, the horse and carriage were replaced with pasta and marinara sauce as seventeen married couples gathered at Bravo’s for Couple’s Night Out. The evening was an opportunity to establish a forum and outlet for married couples to interact, socialize and grow together as we seek to enhance our marriages and families. We recognized that life can get in the way sometime, and this was just to create the space to spend some quality time with like-minded people.

To see more images from this event, scan this barcode with your smart phone’s barcode reader app or visit http://bit.ly/15nXxB2.

for the evening were our "Married Mentors” The Cartwrights, James and Charlesetta; who have been married for 62 years. Mention was also made of the newest married couple in attendance Sheryl and Jay McCully who have been married for a little over one year.

Family Life Ministry would like to thank all the couples that came out and attended the date night 'Couples Night Out'. We took care of 18 children at the church.

Special thanks to our chaperones Melissa Williams, Naudina Punch, Sybil and Dove Satterfield, and Sandy Holland who kept our kids safe at the church while we were out.

How You Can Help!

Family life is not only for married couples, but men, women, singles, seniors, children and youth. When we work together and

support each other we can be more effective.

You can also submit any articles or media content for review that can be considered beneficial to any of the demographic groups of Family.

Photography courtesy of Norris Ncube

Couple’s Night Out Valentine’s Edition

Newly weds - Jay & Sheryl McCully.

Suggestions for events activities and programming to assist in the ministry are also welcome. Lastly, be willing to serve and support when needed to help the ministry succeed.

Marriage Mentors - James & Charli Cartwright

“We had a wonderful time

celebrating our love and commitment with other couples during the couples night out. With a busy lifestyle, you have to make a concerted effort to carve out quality time together as a couple. These type of outings make it easier to have time to fellowship with other couples as well. “ - Cynthia Pinkston “The couples' outing was very

enjoyable. To have friends that are a positive influence, who can share their experiences, trials and joys, is a great thing.”

- Carmelita Dawson

We talked briefly of doing similar events and possibly creating a forum for couples to meet and socialize. We were able to meet the non-member spouse of one of our members. Book resources for strengthening the marital relationship were given out. Our couple of honor

The Family Life Ministry thanks all those that responded promptly as it helps make for smoother planning. Those that were not prompt, have an other opportunity to make up for it as the next Family Life Ministry event will be 'Weekend to Remember'.

APRIL 19th-21th: 'Weekend to Remember': Downtown Indianapolis at the JW Marriott. This is an important marriage building seminar that allows you to spend quality one on one time with your mate focusing on building and improving your relationship. This seminar has been instrumental in saving marriages that were on the brink of disaster. You cannot afford to miss it. We are asking that the men be proactive in encouraging and inviting your spouses to attend.

Please visit http://www.familylife.com/weekend and go under 'Register Now'. The group name is CapitolCitySDA.

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SPOTlight

The Success Formula: Input this formula in your CPU (brain) and run it daily!

(Education * Wisdom)God + Wise Choices = Success

By Wayne Burrell

In every situation Joseph was placed in, the Lord was with him and he was successful. Even though he could have been bitter and let anger consume him, he chose to have a positive attitude after being thrown in slavery and in then falsely accused put in prison, because 'he knew' God was with him. How else would he be able to impress strangers on three separate occasions to be entrusted with overseeing everything under that master's care (Gen 39:6; Gen 39:22; Gen 41:37-45). Joseph epitomized Luke 2:52, because he "...increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man". So there you have it, the elusive key to success.

It all starts with: (1) God - He is our first priority (Matt 6:33).

(2) Education - this is how you acquire the knowledge (3) Wisdom - allowing God to take your knowledge and lead you in how you apply it (Prov 4:7).

(4) Wise Choices - the effective application of wisdom.

the Honor Society / Math Bowl; It could be practicing a sport early/ late and getting chosen to varsity; Or you could get a promotion onto that special project team with high visibility.

Joseph had his fair share of haters. Even his own family was jealous and desired to kill him.

Instead of allowing his circumstances to control him, he controlled them and was later exalted because he devoted himself to God daily, allowed God to turn the education he gained into wisdom that he put into practice by making wise choices that made an impact on all those around him.

(5) Success - Good things happen to those who make good choices.

Others see that and will want you around them so you can help their enterprises have good things happen for them. Whether its deciding to put in extra time in academics and getting chosen to

Teens & Young Adults: Express yourself by sharing your thoughts, opinions and ideas through poetry, art or prose in this new ReCAP section dedicated to the Youth! Send content to capitolcitysdachurch@gmail.com

A Teen’s Most Important Meal Served fresh every Sabbath at 9:15am!

By Wayne Burrell

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If breakfast is the most important meal of the day when it comes to physical food, then Sabbath School serves a similar purpose for the soul every Sabbath morning. On Jan 19th, teens, parents and teachers took time to enjoy a savory breakfast before feasting on their Sabbath lesson.

The breakfast was intended allow current students to fellowship and to bring out more youth. Attendance increased by 80% included 1 visitor.

In addition to monthly breakfasts, the teachers of the Earliteen class plan to have socials to foster fellowship, install a big screen tv as a teaching resource, redo the furniture to create a more hospitable atmosphere. If you would like to assist the class or contribute to their efforts see Bijorn Kirk Gordon.

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March Calendar of Events 6th | 7:00pm

16th | 11:00am Join us at Capitol City Seventh-day Adventist Church on March 16, 2013 for Global Youth Day as it marks the beginning of the Youth Week of Prayer (3/16 – 3/23) globally.

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March Birthdays 4 - Kayla Van Horn 5 - Carl Wofford 8 - Sherilyn Mason 14 - Kimberly Sibanda 20 - Rosetta Cannedy 21 - Pastor William Lee 22 - Tom Harris 24 - Dewitt Smith 26 - Terrance Turner 26 - Denise Kerley 26 - Justin Owens 27 - Ken Waddell 28 - Valerie Green 28 - Melissa Taylor 30 - Jeffrey Lee 30 - Jalen Smith 31- Helen Kaiser 31 - Shawna Loy

Contact Sis. Merlene Peters at merlene@ameritech.net for more information.

2nd | 2:00pm Seventh-day Adventist churches throughout Indiana are leading out in a widespread health outreach initiative! On April 27-28, we will be joining the Channel 13 Health Fair at the Indiana State Fairgrounds with the Lifestyle EXPO. This event will be open to the public and will demonstrate the NEW START program (Nutrition, Exercise, Water, Sleep, Trust, Air, Rest, Trust).

There will be training on Sabbath (March 2nd and April 20th) from 2p–4:30p at the Glendale Seventh-day Adventist church, located at 2900 E. 62nd Street. This training is required to participate. If you are not able to attend the March 2nd training session, please attend the April 20th session. Contact Cynthia Pinkston for more details at cynthia1151@att.net.

16th | 7:00pm The Capitol City’s Adventurer’s will be sponsoring a movie/game night fundraiser on Global Youth Day March 16th to kick-off Youth Week of Prayer. All are invited to come out and support this event after sunset.

Contact Carmelita Woods-Dawson at carmelitawoods@yahoo.com for details.

March Anniversaries 5 - Ken & Charlie Waddell (8th) 6 - Randolph & Shevaughn Loney (25th) 28 - Kirk & Cynthia Pinkston (3rd)

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How to iWitness

by Pastor William Lee

1801 E 49th Street Indianapolis, IN 46205 317-251-1053 info@capitolcitysdachurch.org

Editor-in-Chief Terrance Turner To submit an article for next month’s ReCAP or provide feedback please send an email to: Terrance Turner at... t.turn3r@gmail.com

One of the great privileges we have as God’s children is the authority and privilege to invite others to be reconciled with God! There is no greater decision people can make than trusting Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and Lord. Sharing our faith, or Witnessing, is one of the most important factors in growing as a Christian. It keeps our faith fresh and exciting as we watch others being transformed by a miracle from God! But we need to remember the following to be effective Witnesses for Christ: 1. Be Available: Yield your life to God. God uses Available Servants.

2. Be Prayerful: Ask God to lead you to people to share with. Pray that God will make them open to His Word!

3. Be Filled with the Spirit: Only God can bring others to Himself. Our part is simply to be filled with His Holy Spirit and allow Him to share His love with others through us!

Use this key to see how our stories link to our Model for Church Growth

Sharing Our Faith With Prayer Although many people are hesitant to talk about God, most people are happy to have you pray for them, this opens up a great opportunity to share Christ with others. Offer to pray for the needs of friends, co-workers, acquaintances, neighbors, etc. Pray that God draws them to Himself and look for opportunities to share Christ with them as God provides.

1. Your Life Before Christ: Share specifically about an area of your life in which Christ changed you. Resist the temptation to dwell on how bad you were.

2. How You Came to Know Christ: Explain clearly how you heard about Christ, and how you made the decision to trust in Him for forgiveness.

April’s ReCAP Submission Deadline MARCH 16th Publication Date APRIL 3rd

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The Capitol City Seventh-day Adventist Church is a Christian congregation that has been serving the Greater Indianapolis area since 1906. Our vision is to Grow the Kingdom of God by Changing Lives so that together we can Strengthen the Saved and Save the Lost.

For more information on the Capitol City Seventh-day Adventist Church please contact Sylvia Wilson at 317-251-1053.