Perhaps more than any other biblical figure, we have vast knowledge of Moses’ story. BORN UNDER THREAT OF ANNIHILATION
ESCAPED AS AN INFANT DOWN THE NILE
RAISED BY AN EGYPTIAN PRINCESS AS HER OWN
Discovering that he was, in fact, an Israelite, Moses murdered an abusive Egyptian overseer and lived an underground life of shepherding. Forty years later, Moses heard God’s voice and answered:
“Here I am.” AND A NEW CALL ON MOSES’ LIFE WAS BORN.
STANDING UP TO PHARAOH’S ENSLAVEMENT OF ISRAELITES
PERFORMING MIRACLES IN GOD’S NAME
LEADING A WANDERING NATION TO FREEDOM
COMMUNICATING WITH GOD FACE-TO-FACE
Right before his death, Moses climbed Mount Nebo, where God said to him, “This is the land I promised to your ancestors. I’ve let you see it with your own eyes. There it is. But you’re not going to go in” (Deuteronomy 34:4).
Moses was an orphan, stutterer, murderer, prophet, disappointment, and hero. Let’s spend the next two months learning from his story.
Moses Sermon Series: Sept. 30/Oct. 1 – Nov. 25/26
THROUGH A BURNING BUSH,
Y E S T E R D AY
GOD SPEAKS
“Earth's crammed with heaven, And every common bush af ire with God, But only he who sees takes off his shoes; The rest sit round and pluck blackberries.” - ELIZ ABETH BARRET T BROWNING
EXODUS 3:11-12 Moses answered God, “But why me? What makes you think “I’ll be with you,” God said. “And this will be the proof that that I could ever go to Pharaoh and lead the children of I am the one who sent you: When you have brought my Israel out of Egypt?” people out of Egypt, you will worship God right here at this very mountain.”
THE LIFE OF MOSE S
AT THREE MONTHS, PL ACED IN A BA SK E T TO E SCA PE DE ATH
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t age thirty I was worn out. I had taken a series of jobs with increasing responsibility and pay, but in exchange I was paying the high price of less and less fit combined with more and more pain. While outwardly it looked good and seemed to be “what you should do,” I was inwardly moving toward an increasingly perilous place. My “burning bush” arrived one freezing January day when two good friends and my wife, Molly—in a series of uncoordinated conversations—essentially told me I was climbing the wrong ladder and that I needed to get off and find the right one. While I was frightened by the implications of what they were telling me, I knew they were right. I was also just smart enough to know when you hear the same thing three times in one day you can listen—or pay the price. (I once heard the adage that if God wants to get your attention, He’ll start by throwing a pebble. If that doesn’t work, He’ll throw a boulder. I was not interested in finding out what the boulder looked like!)
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Two weeks later I resigned my coveted position with a wife and two kids at home. A week after my resignation, we learned a third child was on the way. It was a scary time, and nothing about what we did made “sense.” But that leap began a now sixteen-year vocational journey and adventure that we would not trade for anything. It led me to a place of peace and fit in my work, it has moved my family, for different seasons, to the other side of the world (Zambia and Kenya), and it now has me running an organization that harmoniously blends many different chapters of my career—including the painful years. I believe more than ever that God wants to light our path. I’m comforted by the fact that it took the contrast of darkness in that chapter of my life to keep me open and looking for the spark.
J E F F D Y K S T R A is one of C P C ’ S E L D E R S
GOD PROVIDES FOR THOSE IN NEED
Y E S T E R D AY
Jehovah-Jireh (THE LORD WILL PROVIDE) EXODUS 3:16-12 “At dusk you will eat meat and at dawn you’ll eat your fill of bread; and you’ll realize that I am God, your God.”
R A ISED A S A N EGY P TI A N PRINCE A DOP TED BY PH A R AOH’S DAUGHTER
PROVIDE RESOURCES for TRAFFICKING VICTIMS
HOW IS THIS ACCOMPLISHED? Through prevention, outreach, recovery resources, and transitional homes
HOW CAN I HELP THIS MONTH? 1. Give to our October Mission of the Month by writing “Source” in your check memo line 2. Attend a Source Prayer Breakfast on Saturday, October 21 from 9:00-10:00AM. RSVP at cpconline.org/events. Help bring hope and opportunity in the city!
PROVIDE FOOD for THE HUNGRY CPC partners with two meal-service ministries, so grab your family and friends to serve those in need!
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Source MN’s goal: Empower sex-trafficking victims to get out and make a break from the past.
Mission of the Month
God provided for the Israelites in the desert. And He equips us to provide for people in need today. How will you make a difference in our community this month?
BLOOMINGTON LOAVES & FISHES Friday, October 20 • Prep: 2:00-4:00PM; Serve: 5:00-7:00PM Creekside Community Center CALVARY MEALS Sunday, October 22 • 12:00-4:00PM Calvary Baptist Church, Minneapolis Sign up: cpconline.org/events CPC LIFE
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TO FLOURISH
Moses’ father-in-law said, “This is no way to go about it. You’ll burn out, and the people right along with you. This is way too much for you—you can’t do this alone. Now listen to me. Let me tell you how to do this so that God will be in this with you. [. . .] They will share your load and that will make it easier for you. If you handle the work this way, you’ll have the strength to carry out whatever God commands you, and the people in their settings will flourish also.”
EXODUS 18:17-23 (partial text)
DISCOV ERS HE ’S A N ISR A ELITE A ND MURDERS A CRUEL EGY P TI A N OV ERSEER
FLEE S TO MIDI A N
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PARENTS
WOMEN
RETIRED FRIENDS
Are your kids tech-healthy?
Ladies, let’s get inspired!
Good company, beautiful autumn!
Dave Eisenmann from Minnetonka Public Schools shares how to help kids develop a balanced and healthy use of technology. Wednesday, October 11 • 6:30-7:30PM • Chapel
Enjoy dinner with old and new friends, then hear from Katelyn Beaty, author of A Woman’s Place and the first female managing editor of Christianity Today magazine. Cost: $20 by October 10; $25 after.
Enjoy the fall colors at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum! Lunch on your own at the Arboretum Restaurant followed by a 1:30PM tram tour. Entrance fee: $12; tram tour ticket: $5.
Parenting Today is a series for today’s parents raising today’s kids.
Friday, October 27 • 6:15-8:30PM Sign up: cpconline.org/events
CAREGIVERS
Women Who Inspire is geared toward all women to be encouraged to grow in life, work, and calling.
Does your child experience emotional or mental health issues? Hear from Dr. Jeffrey Staab, Mayo Clinic psychiatrist, on genetic testing and behavior health medicine. Tuesday, October 17 • 7:00-8:30PM • Room 302 Contact: dbrown@dcbrowninc.com Grace & Hope for Our Children is a care group for parents, friends, and caregivers of children who experience emotional or mental health issues
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OUR CHURCH VISION NIGHT Get “family updates” on the life, growth, and future of our church. Plus refreshments! OPTION 1: October 24 • 7:00-8:30PM • Fellowship Hall Childcare provided OPTION 2: October 26 • 7:00-8:30AM • Fellowship Hall No childcare
Wednesday, October 11 • depart CPC at 10:30AM Sign up: debc@cpconline.org Horizons is an inviting community of active retirement-age singles and couples, experiencing and sharing the good we see all around us!
HERDS SHEEP FOR FORT Y Y E A RS HE A RS GOD’S CA LL THROUGH A BURNING BUSH
GOD INSTRUCTS
Y E S T E R D AY
HIS PEOPLE
EXODUS 20:1-17 (partial text) “God spoke all these words: ‘I am God, your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of a life of slavery. No other gods, only me. No using the name of God, your God, in curses or silly banter. Observe the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. Work six days and do everything you need to do. But the seventh day is a Sabbath to God, your God.
Honor your father and mother. No murder. No adultery. No stealing. No lies about your neighbor. No lusting after your neighbor’s house—or wife or servant or maid or ox or donkey. Don’t set your heart on anything that is your neighbor’s.’”
PA RTS THE RED SE A LE A DS THE E XODUS OU T OF EGY P T A F TER THE PL AGUE S
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one is that important! And it’s a good reminder that the year ago January I decided to start taking small world keeps spinning—it’s not all about me. steps to figure out what Sabbath could look like in my life. I started by giving up Now instead of working on Fridays, I social media on Fridays, which just feel free to have good conversations was fine, manageable. Then I gave up with my husband, to do something fun. I both working and talking about work on "IF WE DO NOT go outside or exercise or nap; I eat good Fridays, which was harder because in R E G U L A R LY Q U I T food. I’ve tried to do this in a way that’s addition to doing youth ministry at CPC, WORK FOR ONE not legalistic; instead, I’m just creating I have a business with my husband. space and being present with God. Then Home life and work life easily cross over, D AY A W E E K , W E Saturday morning comes around, and and I needed a new boundary. Then a TA K E O UR S E LV E S everything is okay. I wake up excited for few months later I committed to keep my work and the day ahead. FA R T O O S E R I O U S LY.” my phone off from Thursday nights to Saturday mornings. Now taking a Sabbath is something I love – Eugene Peterson so much that I want other people to try it. At first, of course, it was hard. But now Everyone needs their own Friday Fun Day! I love it. When I turn my phone off on Thursday nights, I feel so relieved. It M Y C A H B U R N S serves as D I R E C T O R of almost sounds counterintuitive, but to always have to COMMUNI T Y for HIGH SCHOOL MINIS T RIE S answer people on demand is a kind of self-absorption. No
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THE MAN WHO
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“No prophet has risen since in Israel like Moses, whom God knew faceto-face. Never since has there been anything like the signs and miraclewonders that God sent him to do in Egypt, to Pharaoh, to all his servants, and to all his land—nothing to compare with that all-powerful hand of his and all the great and terrible things Moses did as every eye in Israel watched.”
KNEW GOD FA CE -T O - FA CE
DEUTERONOMY 34:10-12
RECEI V E S TEN COMM A NDMENTS AT MOUNT SIN A I
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o who was Moses? Slave. Prince. Murderer. Peasant. Miracle worker. Revolutionary. Lawgiver. And to top it off, he was still going strong to the end: “Moses was 120 years old when he died. His eyesight was sharp; he still walked with a spring in his step” (Deuteronomy 34:7). Despite all that, he never made it to the Promised Land—so did he fail or succeed? What’s his legacy, for the faithful then and now?
THERE WAS SOMETHING ULTIMATELY MORE IMPORTANT THAN HIS PEOPLE’S CHANGE OF ADDRESS: THEIR CHANGE OF HEART. Moses’ legacy is that by the time the rescued slaves departed the wilderness, they left behind their longing for Egypt and the golden calf. Instead, they became people of the Book of God’s Law. And we build on the legacy of Moses every time we hear His Word.
The legacy of Moses is also embodied in his protégé, Joshua, who heard God say, “As I was with Moses, so I will be with you.” Even more, Joshua loved the God he saw Moses follow, telling his exiles, “Choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve . . . But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.” Moses was a man who followed God’s call. And though he didn’t reach the Promised Land, the Promised Land came to him. Exodus 33 says, “As Moses went into the tent . . . The Lord would speak to Moses face to face, as one speaks to a friend.” Friend of God. Now that’s a legacy for us all!
J O H N C R O S B Y serves as SENIOR PASTOR
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WA NDERS FOR FORT Y Y E A RS IN THE W ILDERNE S S DIE S W ITHOU T ENTERING THE PROMISED L A ND
HAPPENINGS CPCONLINE.ORG • 952.920.8515
E VENTS MID-MONTH CHAPEL SERVICE
Wednesday, October 18 • 12:00PM • Chapel A traditional service with a short message by Pastor John Crosby, hymns, Communion, and prayers. Lunch follows.
Friday, October 27 from 6:30-8:30PM AND Saturday, October 28 from 9:00AM-1:00PM • Anderson Hall The New Member Retreat is for those who are interested in making their connection to CPC more official by joining as members. Friday Night Heritage Dinner: A fun, potluck-style dinner for the whole family. Meet your small group and group leader; hear from John Crosby. Saturday: Begin with breakfast and three small-group meetings. There will also be an opportunity to speak with a church elder about your faith. Finish the day with a Joining Lunch where you officially become members. Sign up: cpconline.org/events
TWIN CITIES MASTER’S CHORALE
Friday, November 17 • 7:30PM • Sanctuary Join us for a choral concert on the theme of Thanksgiving by the sixtyvoice Twin Cities Master’s Chorale, under the direction of Dr. Larry Bach, and accompanied by a variety of instruments. Since 1992, the Chorale’s purpose has been to present top-notch performances of the very best in sacred choral music. Dr. Bach serves as the Artistic Director of the Chorale and is the Dean of the College of Fine Arts at North Central University. Free-of-charge and open to the public. Sponsored by the CPC Christian Fine Arts Committee.
KIDS WEEKEND PROGRAMS
9:30 & 11:00AM services Inviting kids and their families to follow Jesus, love others, and develop a faith that sticks! Sign up: cpconline.org/kids Saturday 5:15PM service: Childcare provided (6 weeks-3 years) Sundays: Nursery (Infants & Toddlers): Loving care is provided for your child Sprouts (2-year-olds): Play and learn about the Bible with weekly lessons and art projects JAM (3-5-year-olds): Have fun and learn in a large and small group lesson format that includes prayer, art, and worship New this year! Elementary Programming (K-5th): 9:30AM Sunday School Hour: Kids go deep into God’s Word in a fun and interactive way. New option: Kids can start in Sunday school OR head to church with families and join class OCTOBER 2017
11:00AM Kids’ Church: Kids get to play, create, and worship together. Free choice time (art or gym) follows a worship time designed for kids with a dynamic Bible lesson, prayer, and singing. Kids’ Church begins directly after the Children’s Sermon. K-5th grouped together.
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5:15-7:30PM Dinner (5:15-6:30PM): Families are invited to enjoy dinner for a small fee. Choir for K-5th graders (5:45-6:30PM): Develop a love for music, learn biblical truths, and improve musical and dramatic skills, all while praising God! Kids participate in worship services and special programs throughout the year. Club for 2nd-5th graders (6:30-7:30PM): Connect with leaders and peers in a fun—sometimes loud!—faith-filled night, all for the purpose of learning to follow Jesus and love others. Club time includes a Bible lesson, interactive games, and small group time. New this year: Kids are grouped according to grade and gender (2nd-3rd girls, 2nd-3rd boys, 4th-5th girls, 4th-5th boys). Cost: $30/first child, $20/second child, $10/third child; max $60/family. Sign up: cpconline.org/kids
FAM JAM
Saturday, October 28 • 9:00-10:45AM • MPR A chance for preschool families to build community! Enjoy crafts and games. Wear a costume if you like! No cost. Sign up: cpconline.org/events
STUDENTS REGISTRATION
All 6th-12th graders must register in order to participate in Student Ministries programs and small groups. Sign up: cpconline.org/ students/6th-12th-grades
MIDDLE SCHOOL RUCKUS
Wednesday, October 18 • 6:00-8:00PM • Meet at AirMaxx in Eden Prairie All 6th-8th graders are invited for jumping fun! Cost: $18. Sign up: cpconline.org/events
ACCESS
Wednesdays, October 4, 11, 25, & November 1 • 6:30-7:45PM A high-energy, engaging program for 6th grade students. Awesome high school leaders lead small groups. Please make sure your student is regisbrooksw@cpconline.org tered.
ELEVATE
Wednesdays, October 4, 11, 25, & November 1 • 6:30-7:45PM A night of fun, large-group learning and small-group discussion for 7th-8th graders. Please make sure your student is registered. vanc@cpconline.org
CPCONLINE.ORG • 952.920.8515 HIGH SCHOOL 9TH-12TH GRADERS WILL NOT MEET ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 18 (MEA)
MIXED NEW! 20s & 30s SMALL GROUP
COMMITMENT CLASS
Wednesdays, October 4, 11, 25, & November 1 • 6:30-7:45PM A night of fun, large-group learning and small-group discussion for 9th graders. Please make sure your student is registered. lexis@cpconline.org
TEN12 LARGE GROUP
Wednesdays, October 4 & November 1 • 8:00-9:15PM • CPC Sanctuary trevort@cpconline.org
TEN12 HOUSE GROUPS
Wednesdays, October 11 & 25 • 8:00-9:15PM mycahb@cpconline.org
SPECIAL NEEDS TAPESTRY
Tuesdays, October 10 & 24 • 6:30-7:30PM • Anderson Hall CPC’s ministry for kids and students with special needs explores who God is and how we can have a relationship with Him through Bible study, service projects, games, guest speakers, and story/drama. vanc@cpconline.org
MOSAIC WORSHIP SERVICE
Sunday, October 15 • 12:30PM • Sanctuary Mosaic celebrates that we are all children of God, and all are invited to worship God in our own way. This service is led mostly by students with special needs. Noises, sounds, and movements are welcome—they are all pleasing to God! Lunch is provided following worship for a time of sarahn@cpconline.org fellowship and food.
ADULTS EVENTS PARENTING TODAY: TECH HEALTHY KIDS
Wednesday, October 11• 6:30-7:30PM • Chapel Dave Eisenmann, Director of Instructional Technology & Media Services at Minnetonka Public Schools, speaks about how to help kids develop a balanced and healthy use of technology. Understand the significant role you play in helping youth be responsible and safe.
WOMEN WHO INSPIRE
editor of Christianity Today magazine. Invite your friends! Cost: $20 by October 10; $25 after. Sign up: cpconline.org/events
Friday, October 27 • 6:15-8:30PM Women Who Inspire events are geared toward women of all ages and stages to be encouraged to grow in life, work, and calling. This October, join us for dinner and to hear from Katelyn Beaty, author of A Woman’s Place and the first female managing
2nd & 4th Thursdays • 7:00-9:00PM • South Minneapolis home All are welcome to join this new small group: singles, couples, men, women, professionals, and students (and any category we forgot to name)! Through prayer, Bible study, and fellowship, we'll navigate life as 20-and-30-somethings while growing in our faith. Led by AnnaLisa and Justin Buol. Sign up: cpconline.org/events
SOUL KEEPERS (50s & UP)
Every other Wednesday • 7:00-8:30PM • Linden Hills home Dean and Kristi Brown lead this small group to share life together through prayer, study, and fellowship. Sign up: cpconline.org/groups
IN THE WORD
Mondays • 9:30-11:30AM • Room 116 OR Tuesdays • 7:00-8:30PM • Room 116 James Madsen leads this intergenerational discussion-oriented study of Galatians, Ephesians, and Philippians for men and women. Together we will connect our everyday lives to the hope and joy found in Christ in lifetransforming ways! Sign up: cpconline.org/classes
SUNDAY COMMUNITIES
Sundays • 9:30 or 10:45AM More than just “Sunday school,” Sunday Communities foster a sense of belonging and growth with people of similar interests or life stages. •E 3 (millenial couples) Melissa Schaser speaks on “The Jewishness of Jesus” (9:30AM - Room 302) •C ATALYST (couples with young children) Laura Mulliken speaks on "The Armor of God" (9:30AM - Fellowship Hall Center) •M IXED TAPES (primarily 30s) (9:30AM - Fellowship Hall West) •S .A.L.T. (40s & 50s) Justin Buol speaks on "Early Church History" (9:30AM - Fellowship Hall East) •A .C.T.S. (late 50s & 60s) Nick Schaser speaks on “Lost in Translation” (9:20AM - Fellowship Hall Center) •M ORE (Active Retired) Brad Lien speaks on "Creation vs. Evolution" (10:45AM - Fireside Room - Old 107) •C REDO (Intergenerational) Randy Andersen speaks on "Living Faithfully: 2 Peter" (10:45AM - Fellowship Hall Center)
NEW! 20s-30s COUPLES' GROUP
Thursdays twice a month • 7:00PM • Nearby home You are invited to study Galatians with CPC couples in a brand new small group for dating/engaged/young marrieds. Sign up: cpconline.org/groups
CPC BOOK CLUB
Thursday, October 19 • 7:00PM • Room 116 We discuss The Amber Keeper by Freda Lightfoot. Nancy Reutiman at 952.920.1837 CPC LIFE
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MEN THE DADS’ GROUP
Wednesdays • 6:30-7:30PM • New Fireside Room (Old 107) The Dads’ Group is for Christian dads who want to become better husbands, dads, and men. Led by Allen Pofahl and Tom Wagner, this group meets whenever there is Wednesday night programming for kids and students. Sign up: cpconline.org/groups
NEW! EVENING MOM’S GROUP
Meets Mondays every three weeks • 7:00-8:30PM • Office Conference Room 2 Join with other moms to connect and grow together in faith. Geared toward moms with young kids through elementary age. Childcare not provided. Sign up: cpconline.org/groups
THURSDAY MORNING MEN’S GROUPS
Several existing men’s small groups welcome new participants. Sign up: cpconline.org/groups
WOMEN LET’S CONNECT
Thursday, October 12 • 6:30PM • Anderson Hall Let’s Connect is a ministry that seeks to provide women who have launched their kids into the world a space to live, learn, and serve while growing in Christ. Join us for a talk by Laura Crosby on “Thriving in a Plan B Life.”
NEEDLEWORK GUILD
Saturday, October 14 • 10:00AM-2:00PM • Fellowship Hall Our mission is to make warm garments and blankets for local agencies that serve those in need. We have yarn, fabric, and knitters to get you started. Sally Stoutenburgh at 952.927.6915
WOMEN IN THE WORD
Mondays • 9:30-11:45AM • Anderson Hall Join us this fall for To Live is Christ, an in-depth study by Beth Moore on the life and ministry of Paul, the Apostle to the Gentiles. Eleven sessions include DVD teaching, small group conversation, fellowship, and prayer. Sign up: cpconline.org/classes
MOM’S MORNING (for moms of young children)
LARGE GROUP Wednesdays, October 11 & 25 • 9:30-11:30AM Join other moms for fellowship and inspirational speakers. Dee McIntosh, former CPC pastor and now lead pastor of LightHouse Covenant Church, speaks on “Seeking Shalom with Yourself.” On October 25, Bev Coniaris, BSF teaching leader, speaks on “Bible as Truth.” Cost: $60/year for Large Group; $55/child (waitlist for childcare). Sign up: cpconline.org/groups SMALL GROUPS Meets 1st, 3rd, & 5th Wednesdays • 9:30-11:30AM Groups allow you to develop relationships through Bible study, prayer, fellowship, and Christ-centered support. Cost: $55/child (waitlist for childcare). Sign up: cpconline.org/groups
MOMS IN THE MIDDLE (for moms of tweens and teens)
LARGE GROUP Thursday, November 16 • 9:30-11:30AM • Anderson Hall Dr. Bruce Locklear, former principal of Edina High School, speaks on “Lessons Learned on Raising Kids From a Career in Education.” Cost: $5 at the door. cpconline.org/groups SMALL GROUP KICKOFF Thursday, October 5 • 9:30AM • Room 302 Small groups meet twice a month and provide in-depth connection, support, and study. Sign up: cpconline.org/groups
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OLDER ADULTS CIRCLES (women
60+) Circles combine fellowship, learning, and service in a small group setting. Guests and new members always welcome! ESTHER CIRCLE Thursday, October 5 • 10:00AM • in a nearby home All are welcome to join us for Bible study and fellowship. shellienw@gmail.com MARTHA CIRCLE Wednesday, October 18 • 10:30AM • Fireside Room (Old 107) Watch for a postcard for program information. Pat Haberkorn at 952.941.4188 LYDIA CIRCLE Friday, October 20 • 9:30AM • Anderson Hall Program TBD. Ellen Hastings at 952.896.0066 RUTH CIRCLE Meets every Wednesday • 9:30AM On the first and third Wednesdays, we meet in a home for food, fellowship, devotions, and prayers. On the other Wednesdays, we serve at Feed My Starving Children and at CPC. Barb Bucha at 952.470.4414
HORIZONS (ACTIVE RETIRED-AGE) Wednesday, October 11 • 10:30AM (leaving from CPC main entrance) Horizons is an inviting community of active retirement-age singles and couples, experiencing and sharing the good we see all around us! Join us for a trip to the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum to enjoy the fall colors. Lunch on your own at the Arboretum Restaurant followed by a 1:30PM tram tour. Entrance fee: $12; tram tour ticket: $5. Sign up: debc@cpconline.org NEW BEGINNINGS
Saturday, October 14 • leave from CPC at 9:00AM New Beginnings is CPC’s support, resource, and friendship community for those dealing with the practical issues that follow a spouse’s death. Enjoy the fall colors as we drive along the St. Croix near Stillwater and visit an apple orchard. Cost: lunch. Sign up: debc@cpconline.org
EDYNAMOES
Wednesday, October 25 • 11:30AM • Fellowship Hall Join us for a delicious lunch and a program by classically trained pianist John Bury, who will select music to bring back fond memories! Cost: $5. Please bring Jerry's cash receipts and pop/can tabs. Sign up by October 22: Cleo Wedge at 952.922.2769
HAPPENINGS
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GROUPS
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LAY CARE MINISTRY TRAINING
Mondays through November 27 • 7:00-8:30PM • Anderson Hall Become a trained Lay Minister to encourage, support, and provide tangible acts of service to those who are hurting. Areas include Grief Recovery, One-on-One Support, Hospital Ministry, Prayer & Healing, and Senior Visitation. marya@cpconline.org
GRIEF RECOVERY
Tuesday, October 10 • 6:00-8:30PM • Fireside Room (Old 107) meets 2nd Tuesdays Grief Recovery is for those who have lost a loved one. We experience God’s hope and healing through fellowship, prayer, and sharing a meal. CPC member Susan Pfau speaks on “Loss of Dreams.” No reservation needed. debbiem@cpconline.org
ALZHEIMER’S EDUCATION SERIES
Thursday, October 12 • 6:30-8:00PM • Room 116 • meets 2nd Thursday of the month through February A series for care partners and those with Alzheimer’s and related dementias. There will be a panel discussion with caregivers in the middle-late stage. No reservation needed. marya@cpconline.org
GRACE & HOPE FOR OUR CHILDREN
Tuesday, October 17 • 7:00-8:30PM • Room 302 • meets 3rd Tuesdays Does your child experience emotional or mental health issues? You are not alone. Join other parents, friends, and caregivers as we care for one another on our journeys. Meetings include support, fellowship, and occasional guest speakers. October speaker is Dr. Jeffrey Staab, Mayo Clinic psychiatrist, presenting on genetic testing and behavior health medicine. dbrown@dcbrowninc.com
SINGLE PARENT FAMILY MINISTRY
Thursday, October 26 • 6:00-8:00PM • Anderson Hall In this community for single parents and their children, we share a family meal, then the adults break off to hear a speaker. Childcare provided; no cost. sarahn@cpconline.org
PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
Saturday, October 28 • 10:00AM-12:00PM • Fireside Room (Old 107) meets 4th Saturday monthly This ministry seeks to share God's love, comfort, and peace through the knitting and gifting of shawls. Prayers for the recipient are knit into each shawl. Newcomers are welcome. Knitting materials and tutoring provided. Pat Johnson at 952.270.1434
MEMORIAL SERVICE & RECEPTION VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Do you have the gift of hospitality and enjoy serving others? If so, please contact Mary Allen, CPC Funeral Coordinator, as we need new volunteers to serve as memorial service ushers, greeters, and reception volunteers. marya@cpconline.org
HELP MAKE FAITH STICK!
Enjoy kids and want to help make faith stick? Kids’ Ministries is looking for volunteers with varying gifts. tammym@cpconline.org
NEAR HUMAN TRAFFICKING AWARENESS SERIES
Thursdays, October 5-November 16 (no class October 19) • 6:30-8:00PM • CPC Learn more about victimization in the Twin Cities through our six-week series. Each session requires an hour of reading and journaling per week. Please plan to attend all six sessions: We Are Broken, Modern Slavery, Pornography, Where Is God?, Victim Vulnerabilities, and Public Policy and Resources. Sign up: cpconline.org/events
URBAN VENTURES CITYKID MOBILE FARMER’S MARKET RETURNS!
Sunday, October 15 Get your groceries in the parking lot! The Urban Ventures Mobile Market returns to CPC around morning services. Find a full selection of seasonal vegetables grown on the UV farm and procured from other local, sustainable farms such as Growing Hope Farm, bread from New French Bakery, and CityKid Java coffee. Proceeds benefit the farms and provide produce to Minneapolis families.
BLOOMINGTON LOAVES & FISHES
Friday, October 20 • Prep: 2:00-4:00PM; Serve: 5:00-7:00PM • Creekside Community Center • 3rd Friday of the month Volunteers age 15 and older are welcome to prepare and serve a meal with our Bloomington friends. Sign up for one or both slots: cpconline.org/events
BEACON INTERFAITH/FAMILIES MOVING FORWARD FUNDRAISING LUNCHEON
Wednesday, October 25 • 12:00-1:00PM • Minneapolis Convention Center Join us to help end homelessness! We’ll learn about the initiatives of Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative, including Families Moving Forward and 66 West apartments for suburban youth and young adults right here in Edina. There is no cost to host a table! Simply invite ten friends to join you in helping to end homelessness. leslieb@cpconline.org
TREEHOUSE WOMEN OF HOPE FUNDRAISING LUNCHEON Thursday, October 26 • 11:00AM-1:30PM • JW Marriott, MOA Register by October 6: treehouseyouth.org/woh
LGBTQ FAMILY GROUP
This group is for parents and family members of someone who is LGBTQ. Discuss together how to best love and support our loved one and each other. rgarton1@msn.com CPC LIFE
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Annointing of IMPACT student leaders
CPC Staff helps at Mom's Morning kickoff!
Children's Sermon with all generations
Celebrating the Phenows' 30 years of service
Members of Mixed Tapes Sunday Community
BIRTHS
Michael and Hannah Forney welcomed a son, TJ, on August 29. Josh and Stephanie Phenow welcomed a son, Odinn Revel, on September 15. Grandparents are Rich and Jody Phenow.
MARRIAGES
Megan Oemichen and Christopher Whichello were married on August 25. The Rev. Dr. John Crosby officiated. Ali West and Louie Nanne were married on September 1. The Rev. Dr. John Crosby officiated. Amy Ledvina and Tyler Armstrong were married on September 2. The Rev. Rich Phenow officiated. Alison Schadow and Jack Brandes were married on September 9. The Rev. Rich Phenow officiated. Beckie Gumatz and Joe Kidd were married on September 16. The Rev. Rich Phenow officiated.
DEATHS
Former CPC member Margaret Young passed away on August 19 at the age of 78. She is survived by husband, Dave, and children, Scott Young and Heather Forshay.
Dr. Terry Rhodes passed away on September 2 at the age of 74. He is survived by wife, Sharon, and children, Mark, Michael, Greg, and Christine. Odin Olson passed away on September 21 at the age of 93. He is survived by daughter, Barb Gabbert.
RECENTLY HOSPITALIZED Harry Baker Amanda Bratton Barb Bucha Jeff Caulfield Jackie Goodlund Byron McConnell Gary Tygesson
STAFF TRANSITIONS
Karen Rulifson joins Kids’ Ministries as Associate Director of Family Engagement & Events.
FINANCIAL UPDATE
JUNE 1-AUGUST 31, 2017 July offering: $818,955.00 July expenses: $838,885.47 Variance: $19,930.47 YTD Mission Focus Total: $18,532.54
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