NEWS & INFORMATION FROM CHRISTIAN LIFE CENTRE
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The is my strength and my shield; my heart TRUSTS in him, and I am helped. Psalm 28:7a
Kneeling alongside 20 or so other nervous but enthusiastic followers of Jesus is not new. But kneeling to pray in the fresh air of a major shopping area is new! Even the most seasoned Pastor (and that's me by the way) finds new things somewhat unnerving. But this was exhilirating. This was HEALING ON THE STREETS. Like many churches we find ourselves on
Is it possible that ‘sharing our faith’ is when we can believe for other people to receive from God a miracle of life. That’s why Healing on the Streets is so important – we really are ‘Sharing our faith’ because we believe God wants to heal and provide and set free and when we offer to pray for someone we are sharing with them the faith we have in God. You don’t have to wait to be part of a team like those who were in Northfield last week. You can share your faith today, or tomorrow at work. I know it’s stretching but it will help you grow!
the journey of discovering how we take what God has done within us and within our church to where it will be most effective, to where Jesus told us to take it. It really was amazing to have the opportunity to pray with people that were very open to us being there and who sat willingly to ask Jesus to heal them or someone they cared about deeply. Growing in faith can be a stretching experience, but expansion always comes out of stretching. When we talk about ‘sharing our faith’ we tend to think only of telling other people the good news message.
HEALING ON THE STREETS NEXT MEETING TIME: Sat 12th Nov 12 - 2:30pm Please remember Amanda and I in your prayers as we travel to New Zealand from Wednesday 5th – Wednesday 19th October. I am speaking at the Elim New Zealand Annual Conference.
Stuart
IGNITE LIVE Sunday 2nd Oct 6.30pm @ The Church Our monthly youth style evening of worship at the church for those aged 12+. Ben Cooley (Hope for Justice) will be sharing.
LIFE STUDIES Sunday 2nd Oct 6.30pm @ The Centre Vic Nicholls continues his three part series entitled: ‘Afterlife’. Looking at body, soul and spirit. These times are on the first Sunday evening of each month. All welcome.
JUST FOR BLOKES Thurs 6th Oct 7.30pm @ The Life House Just For Blokes is a monthly meeting of bible teaching, topical discussion and special events just for the men. Speak to Paul Nicholls for details: 07500 905661.
EDUCATION LIFE GROUP Sat 15th Oct 10am-12pm @ Life House The Education Life Group meet once a month, for encouragement, prayer and bible study. For all involved in education.
OCTOBER @ CLC PRIME TIME Thursday 13th Oct 2-4pm @ Church Musical fun for the over 60’s with Special guest Gabriela ‘The Ukelele Lady’ back by popular request. The cost of the afternoon is £2.50 per person. Invite a friend!
ENGAGE 18-30’S EVENTS Saturday 8th October7.30pm @BCC This month Engage will be supporting the Elim Sound Worship Concert at Birmingham Christian Centre. The cost of entry is £5 payable on the door. You can talk to Grace Berry for more information about 18-30’s events: 07932 847941.
CHILD PROTECTION TRAINING Sat 8th Oct 10am-12.30pm @ Church his is a mandatory twice yearly training for all who are involved in children’s and youth work. This is the final opportunity for those who were not able to attend September’s session. Please see Kay or Tony if you have any questions.
CHOIR WORKSHOP Mon 31st October 7.30pm @ The Church A workshop for all who are involved or those who would like to be involved in the CLC choir. See Carla for details.
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3 6pm Management Team Meeting (LH) 7pm Elders (LH) 7-9pm Intercessors (CH) *No Worship Team
10 7-9pm Interces 7.15pm Worsh
4 10am-2pmOasis Coffee Shop (LH) 10.30am Life Group (CH) 7.30pm Life Groups
11 10am-2pmOasi (LH) 10.30am Life G 7.30pm Life Gro
5 9.30am Cosy Toes (CE) 1.30pm Intercessors (LH) 7.30pm Ignite Core (CE) 7.30pm Young Adults Life Group -see leaflet 7.30pm Alpha Course (CH)
12 9.30am Cosy To 1.30pm Interce 7.30pm Ignite C 7.30pm Young Group -see leaf 7.30pm Alpha C
6 10am-2pm The Drop-In (CE) 12.45pm CAMEO International Ladies (CH) 7.30pm Just For Blokes (LH)
13 10am-2pm The 12.45pm CAME International L 2-4pm Prime Ti
7 6.30am Morning Prayer (CH) 9.30am Cosy Toes (CE) 6.30-8pm Young Adults Prayer (LH) 6pm Kidzone (CE) 8pm Ignite Cafe (CE)
14 6.30am Mornin 9.30am Cosy To 6.30-8pm Youn Prayer (LH) 6pm Kidzone (C 8pm Ignite Cafe
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8 10am-12.30pm Child Protection Training (CH)
15 9.30-11.30am E Group (LH)
2 9/11.15am Ben Cooley (Hope For Justice) 6.30pm Ignite Live 6.30pm Life Studies
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If you would like more information about our church programme, please pick up a ‘Welcome Booklet from one of our leaders at the end of the service. You can also visit our website: www.christianlifecentre.com
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SUNDAY GUESTS AND BEN COOLEY (HOPE FOR JUSTICE) Sunday 2nd October 9/11.15am Human trafficking is the sale, transport and profit from people who are forced to work for others against their will. It is not just an awful reality, but so are the statistics, with 99% of the victims still left unrescued. Hope for Justice is actively addressing this, and the long term vision is to see an end to this shocking exploitation. Ben Cooley joins us to share more about how everyone can play a part in acting for justice.
GORDON NEALE Sunday 9th October 9/11.15am Gordon serves alongside Stuart as part of Elim’s National Leadership team as well as serving as the Regional Leader for both the Midlands and the North East. He is a great communicator of the Word and his humorous style is loved by all. We look forward to his visit with us.
D EVENTS IN OCTOBER TEEN CHALLENGE TOUR ‘THE EVIDENCE’ Sunday 23rd October 6.30pm Teen Challenge has seen thousands of young people with serious addictions go through their programmes and a large majority of them have gone on to live successful and drug free lives. The Evidence male choir come to share in song and story about how God has set them free by His grace through the ministry of Teen Challenge.
TONY VINO JUST FAIR LAUGHS Saturday 30th October @ 6.30pm A special VIP event. Tony has been touring the comedy scene since 2005. Best known for the way he seamlessly mixes observational humour with audience interaction. He performs in a warm, friendly and non-offensive style. It promises to be a fun filled evening for the whole family.
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helpers needed. Please see Kay.
Also: cafe & Tuck Toddlers area Clown face paints Circus crafts Wii fairground games
THE ALPHA COURSE is open to everyone interested in discovering what Christianity is about. The course continues to run throughout this month and into November. It is relaxed and ideal for anyone who has questions about the Christian faith. Please see Mick Downing 07929 923 308 or call the church office for details. HOLY SPIRIT DAYSat 5th November @ The Life House Mick Downing Alpha Course Leader
DATES FOR NOVEMBER
GEORGE MILLER (EVANGELIST) Sunday 13th November 9am/11.15am/6:30pm The evening service will be an evangelistic , healing meeting
MEET THE LEADERS SUPPER Thursday 10th November @ 7.30pm An evening for those who are new to CLC to come along and meet the Pastors and leaders and share in supper together.
WATER BAPTISMAL SERVICE Sunday 20th November 6.30pm Our next water baptismal service is scheduled this month with teaching and preparation classes to be held on Wednesday 9th & 16th November. Please leave your name & number at reception if you would like to come along to find out more.
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Sunday Services 9:00am Worship Service including communion and a Children’s programme 11:15am Celebration Service including Youth & Children’s programme 6:30pm Consecrate Service including prayer ministry
Would you like us to pray for you? For healing, your relationships, your finances, your work God cares ... and so do we ... Please use the prayer box in the foyer or email us with your prayer requests to: prayerneeds@christianlifecentre.com
At the junction of Bristol Road & Langleys Road 900 Bristol Road, Selly Oak, Birmingham, B29 6HW Offices: 2-6 Frederick Road, Selly Oak, Birmingham, B29 6PB Tel: 0121 471 3677 Church:
If you are a visitor with us today, we extend a very special welcome to you. Please take a moment of your time to see one of the welcome leaders at the end of the service. We would like to give you a Welcome Booklet which contains information about our programme, and a gift to say thank you for being with us!
Why not look at our website?
www.christianlifecentre.com