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Care Ministries 688.4400 Michael Thorne Director We desire to help create caring connections within the church and help others walk through challenging life events.

Central Christian Academies 688.1161 Central Christian Academy : Grades K-8 : David Funk Headmaster

Central Christian Academy Preschool : 2-5 Yrs : Judy Buckert Director

Joyful Noise Academy Daycare : 18 mos & walking : Pam Harrod Director

Central Christian Counseling Center 683.4083 Tallgrass Executive Suites, 8100 E. 22nd St. N., Bldg. 800, Ste. 100 Aaron Scharenberg LCPC, Care/Counseling Pastor

Central Christian Printing 688.4400 David Mann | Debra Roark Smith | Paul Huff | Heidi Johnson

Central Homeschool Family Ministries e: chfm@ccc.org Karen Ryan Executive Director | Susan Warner H.S. Director

Kris Sayler Elem. Director

Legacy Ministries Financial Resource Planning 688.4400 Bob Crew CFA, CFP

Hospital, Homebound & Care Facility Ministries 688.4400 Barb Marchand 619.4775; marchandb@ccc.org Please keep us apprised of those who would like to be visited and/or brought communion while in the hospital or a care facility. Also, if you know of a Central member who is critically ill, homebound, in the hospital or a care facility, please let us know.

His Helping Hands 838.8528 1441 E. 37th St. N. Paul Dohm HHH Executive Director

Media ccc.aspireonemedia.com Jeff Huhman Creative Arts/Technical Director

Prayer Ministries 688.4400 Emergency Prayer Request Line : Barb Marchand 619.4775

Radio Ministry “Pursuing the Heart of God” with Pastor David Welsh Sundays @ 7 a.m. on Bott 94.3 FM Sundays @ 10 a.m. on KNSS 1330 AM Sundays @ 11 a.m. on KSGL 900 AM

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in this issue | november 2014

n features :10 Honor Flight : by Debra Roark Smith

n in every issue :3 Pursuing the Heart of God : by Pastor David Welsh

16 Counselor’s Corner : “The Journey: Your Plan or His?” by Jennifer Hernandez

19 Our Church Family20 Calendar

n ministry news :4 Families8 His Helping Hands9 Missions12 Women

n events :6 Michael W. Smith Concert :

December 11

7 Central Christian Academy Banquet : November 6

14 Christmas Extravaganza : December 6

15 Mountain of Food17 Heavenly Treasures Christmas

Open House : December 6

David Welsh senior pastorPursuing the heart of God

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It’s a simple phrase. Short. Takes less than a breath to share; less than a second to speak. Yet parents will spend years reminding their children to repeat it.

Individuals working in the service industry rarely hear it . Just ask them. The public o f te n t re at s t h e s e hard-working people as servants with their demands, curt attitudes and small tips. Perhaps it’s a sign of the times and another unwanted and undesirous change in our culture. But saying, “I thank you”, is more than manners. It should be a way of life.

“Thank you” reflects gratitude. It reminds us that we must rely on others. It galvanizes the truth that everyone is important, regardless of their current role or position. Everyone needs encouragement. Everyone deserves to feel that they matter. Perhaps the simplest way to acknowledge that is to offer them thanks.

Jesus stood before the tomb of Lazarus and ordered the stone moved away from the entrance. His intent was to raise His friend from the dead. But before completing

that remarkable miracle, “Jesus looked up and said, ‘Father, I thank you that you have heard me. I know that you always hear me, but I said this for the benefit of the people standing here, that they may believe that you sent me.’”(John 11:41,42 NIV)

“I thank you.” Still a simple statement. Yet our Lord, seconds before a momentous moment in His ministry, takes time to honor God and bless those around Him.

Make November more than a one day celebration

of gratefulness. Give a word of thanks to those who help or serve you in any way. Thank people for the little things that make your daily life that much more enjoyable. Bless them with your words and attitude.

But don’t forget to thank the One who makes life possible in the first place. Every morning, every evening, and many moments in between.

“Thank you.”

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AWANA Date Reminders —• November12:ColorTeamNight– Come dressed in your team color.• November26:NoAWANA– Happy Thanksgiving!• December10:BackwardsNight– Everything will be a little backwards on this night.• December24&31:NoAWANA– Christmas break.

Parent-Child Dedication — If you would like your family to be dedicated as part of our Parent-Child Dedication Ceremony, we ask that you attend a one-hour class. This class is designed to equip our families with some solid information and resources about their role as a spiritual leader in the home. To learn more, call the Central Kids office, or stop by the Central Kids check-in counter. You can register for the class online at www.ccc.org. Please keep in mind that the class is required to be a part of the ceremony.

Parent-ChildDedicationClasses:• Tuesday,November4•6:30pm•CrownRoom• Sunday,November9•10:15am•Chapel

Parent-ChildDedicationCeremony:• Sunday,November16•5:00pm•WorshipCenter

Mother Daughter Tea: We Are Daughters of a King —For Kindergarten–3rd grade girls and their moms. Dress in your tea finery and join us for this special event with activities, snacks and games.

• Friday,November14•6:30–8:00pm•CentralCourt•$5perperson

Mother Daughter Spa Night —A special night for 4th & 5th grade girls and their moms.

• Friday,December12•7:00–9:00pm•CentralCourtNorth•$5perperson

Bingo Blast — Our yearly volunteer appreciation event is just around the corner and with the craziness of the holidays we want to make sure that you get this date on your calendar. Be sure to reserve Friday, January 16th for you and your family. This event is for anyone who volunteers in any aspect of Central Kids. There will be more details to come, and we promise this is one event you will not want to miss.

• Friday,January16•7:00–9:00pm

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Sponsoring a child from our “Tree of Angels” for the holidays has been a tradition here at Central for over ten years. Again this year we offer this ministry opportunity to you and ask that you prayerfully consider being a part of our team. During the month of November, we will have a table set up in the lobby before and after services with the names of our “angels” available for adoption. You may also get them through the week by contacting Barb Marchand in the church office.

At our tables you will find gift tags for children which will list their first name and age. In turn, you are asked to purchase a gift for this child (no more than $50 please) and WRAP your gift. Place the gift tag you picked up back on the gift to identify which child the gift is for and return to the table in the lobby, or drop it off at the church office no later than December 5th. Simple as that!

Most importantly, we ask that you pray for your child and their family. Many of the children we present to you are from single-parent, low-income homes; some are orphans who live with extended family or other caretakers. There are a variety of needs which we are not aware of, but God is, and while

Tree of Angels November 1–December 5 By Barb Marchand

this gift may bring them that excitement every child anticipates on Christmas morning, even more so, it is our prayer these gifts will help them find the true joy that only comes from knowing our Savior, Jesus Christ. Many of these children come through the mentorship program with Youth Horizons and their gifts are given at a special Christmas party where the Gospel is presented to all in attendance. Others come through our ministry with His Helping Hands.

Thank you in advance for helping make a difference in helping brighten the life of one of these children and for showing them the love of Christ!

Questions? Please contact Barb Marchandmarchandb@ccc.org; 688-4400

November 1–2

The ancient cities defeated by Joshua and the Israelites have been forgotten byhistory. Yet, for those in the midst of the battles, those defeats came with risk,loss, hardship and struggle. God’spromise to Abraham centuries earlierwas coming to pass. A new nation wasbeing formed.

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As the Israelites began to assimilate themselves into the culture of the day, even to the point of pagan worship, there were those who remained faithful followers of God. They were people from all walks of life...those gifted with amazing abilities and those unsure of themselves, those who were well respected and those not many knew. But all were used to write the pages of God’s story.

November 8–9

A Few Good Men...and Women

Thanks for Giving!Always giving thanks to God the Father for everything,

in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Ephesians 5:20

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Some of the clients send thank you notes to our office after they have received assistance and encouragement from the ministry of His Helping Hands. The thank you letter below is from a man who came to us some weeks back. He came for some clothes and left with incredible hope for his future through the Lord Jesus Christ. He was so thankful that he sent one thank you letter to the HHH counselor and a separate letter to the HHH Director. Below is the letter sent to the counselor:

“I wish to thank you for opening my eyes and heart to the Lord. It is amazing how one prayer could change me.

I am currently in Hastings, NE where I plan to spend my life now. I have a good job and it is a great town. My job has me working on Sundays, but when I get the chance, I will find me a church and Bible study group to attend.

I look forward to getting off work and reading and doing the Bible studies in the God’s Game Plan Bible you gave me.

When I got here to the half-way house, the locker I was assigned to had a chair with a cross on it. I asked my roommates if it was theirs. They said ‘no’, that it must have been left there for me. I wear it all the time now.

I will keep you informed on my journey and keep you in my prayers. I will never forget you. Thank you again.”

Just as it is refreshing for us to receive thank you notes from others, God is pleased to hear us give thanks to Him for the many blessings He bestows on us. As the scripture states, we should “always give thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.”

In that same spirit of thankfulness, thanks for giving to the ministry of His Helping Hands. Your gifts make it possible for us to help people receive blessings from the Lord in their lives, just like the man in Hastings, NE.

Save the date for

Christmaswith JesusSaturday, December 138:00 am – Noon

2015 missions trips In 2014, over 50 individuals and families went on

service and learning trips to Kenya, Mexico City, Guatemala and Haiti. Pastor David’s announced

goal is that we send double that amount next year. Below is the schedule and destinations for our

2015 trips. The costs will be between $1,400–$2,000 (based on actual ticket prices), and the church

provides partial scholarships for members. Please pray and ask our Lord if He is sending you! Visit

ccc.org for inspiring video testimonies of last year’s trips.

2015 missions trips schedule

Honduras ~ June 9–16 (for Revive & Threshold) ~ Leader: Chad PickeringHaiti ~ June 24–July 1Guatemala ~ July 4–12 ~ Leaders: Paul & Silvia GoddardCanada ~ July 10–20Mexico City ~ July 18–25

MissionsDr. Paul Goddard

Missions Pastor

November 15–16

A young foreign woman named Ruth enters God’s story to illustrate the all-encompassing reach ofHis divine love and plan of salvation. The Faith of a Foreign Woman

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ANchoreD off the PhiliPPiNe coASt iN the leyte Gulf, a yard freighter rocked with the incoming tide. On deck, a sailor grasped the

rail, searching the night sky for clues. He had heard the booming, unsure of

where it had come from, or from who. Suddenly a flare soared high overhead

and a roar rose up from the shoreline. At first he couldn’t quite make out

the words, but as the shouts grew louder, the message became shockingly clear: “Japan has surrendered”! The date was August 14th, 1945 and the war in the Pacific Theatre had come to an end.

Just nine months earlier, 25 days before his 18th birthday, Lawrence Ross Sampson, Jr. had enlisted in the Navy. He did so as the war ravaged nearly every continent on the globe, not knowing his wartime service would be so short-lived.

“I don’t feel worthy,” Ross said of both his trip and this article. A sentiment I knew the humble man across the table from me meant, as it has been echoed by countless others in his generation. The real heroes are still there, he told me, lying beneath the earth and sea...the ones who gave their lives. But a person who knows the risks and still says, “Send me,” because it’s the right thing to do is heroic indeed. And so, this October, Ross become one of the privileged few to take what has come to be known as an “Honor Flight”.

The Honor Flight Network program was conceived by Earl Morse, a physician assistant and Retired Air Force Captain. When the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. was dedicated in May of 2004, it became a topic of discussion among his veteran patients. That December, Earl asked one of his patients if it would be all right if Earl personally flew him out to D.C., free of charge, to visit his memorial. When the man broke down and cried, it moved Earl so much that the idea of a program that would take as many vets as possible to their memorials was born. (For information on the Honor Flight program, visit www.honorflight.org.)

On October 1st, Ross, along with nearly 50 veterans and their guardians flew to Baltimore, then boarded a bus for D.C. At 87, Ross was the youngest WWII veteran in the group; the oldest was 97. The flight, lodging and food was given free of charge to all vets. Family and friends who made the journey with them (guardians) were given a significantly reduced rate, all courtesy of Southwest Airlines and donations from grateful citizens.

TOP: Gripping Ross’ hand, Senator Bob Dole offers his thanks to the Kansas vets who made the October trip to D.C.

MIDDLE: “Team Ross,” four generations of the Sampson clan, gathered at the airport to see the travelers off. (Notice the photo of Ross in his Navy blues on their t-shirts!)

BOTTOM: Ross with his son and grandson who served as his guardians on the trip.

For three days, the veterans were impacted by the solemn changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, visited the memorials to World War II, the raising of the flag on Iwo Jima, the Korean War and the War in Vietnam. Unfortunately, by the time they reached the WWII Memorial, Ross was too weary to find his name etched there. Still, the trip holds countless memories for him, including meeting Senator Bob Dole and sharing the experience with his son, Larry, and his grandson, Josh.

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The Best Yes by Lysa TerkeurstDenise Butz, LeaderBegins Tuesday, January 13 • 9:15–11:30amParlorChild care available with reservationsThis study is for Military wives“The Best Yes” is the choice that shapes all our other choices. It’s what allows us to play our necessary parts in God’s plan, to spend our energy and focus our passion on the assignments that really are ours. Too many of us confuse the command to love with the disease to please. In this six-session video-based Bible study Lysa shares how to make better use of the two most powerful words, yes and no. Using Biblical teaching and practical insights this study will help you be more equipped to discern the best yes answers for your life.

The Best Yes by Lysa TerkeurstJudy Ochs & Penny Frey, Co-LeadersBegins Tuesday, January 13 • 1:00–3:00pmHospitality Suite • $10 • No child care available(See description above)

Spring Bible StudiesLadies, listed below are the women’s studies we have planned for the spring season. You may register on-line November 10 – December 17. Books will be ordered on December 18. If you are unable to register on-line, please contact Diana Fink or Lynn Eby at 688-4400; finkd@ccc.org; ebyl@ccc.org.

The Book of MarkJune McGovern, LeaderBegins Tuesday, January 13 • 1:00–3:00pmChoir Room • No child careEach week June leads the class on the designated passages in this book. This class is a very interactive Bible study that includes fellowship and an abundance of wisdom as the ladies partake in open discussion about the lesson.

Precept, Romans Pam Ramsey, Leader Begins Wednesday, January 14 • 9:15–11:30amHospitality Suite$20 • $3 (1-inch binder); $5 (2-inch binder)Child care available with reservationsFree from the guilt and power of sin, but what about the flesh? Discover how justification by faith relates to day-by-day living through the Holy Spirit’s power - the amazing process of sanctification.

November 22–23

A godly priest and prophet of Israel becomes a key player in God’s story. Samuel’s first order of business would be to call the Hebrews back to their first love: Yahweh. As God’s chosen people, one would think their journey would be one of ease and comfort, but nothing could be farther from the truth.

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Lord, Change my Attitude by James McDonaldKay Gifford, LeaderBegins Thursday, January 15 • 9:15–11:30amChoir Room • $17Child care available with reservationsWhat does God think about attitudes? This study uses examples from the Israelites journey out of Egypt to show attitudes can affect whether someone stays in the wilderness, or enjoys the blessings of the Promised Land. There is hope for the attitudinally challenged. In this study, James MacDonald shows how you can lead others, (and even yourself ), out of attitudes God hates and into those He honors, from: complaining to thankfulness; coveting to contentment; critical to love; doubting to full of faith; rebellion to submission.

The Story by Max Lucado & Randy FrazeeVanessa Minnis, LeaderBegins Thursday, January 15 • 9:15–11:30amParlor • $5 Book; $8 Participant Guide Child care available with reservations“The Greatest Story Ever Told” is more than just a cliché. God goes to great lengths to rescue lost and hurting people. That is what “The Story” is all about: the story of the Bible, God’s great love affair with humanity. Condensed into 31 accessible chapters, “The Story” sweeps you into the unfolding progression of Bible characters and events from Genesis to Revelation.

Yeshua Through Jewish EyesAnnette Hedke, LeaderBegins Thursday, January 15 • 9:15am–NoonHospitality Suite(Please Note: We will meet every 2nd Thursday in The Summit)Child care available with reservationsCome walk through the pages of the 4 Gospels in the New Testament, reading them parallel, and in chronological order.

November 29–30

A stone flew from a slingshot, toppling a giant and propelling a shepherd boy into history as a great king and man after God’s own heart. But despite his popularity, David suffered betrayal and heartache on his journey to the throne. From Shepherd to King

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Christmas Extravaganza BrunchSaturday, December 6 • 9:30am (Doors open @ 9)

Tickets $10 each • Register Thru November 30!

waNT To DecoRaTe a Table? We would love to have you help with table decorations by providing a “centerpiece” with a Christmas theme. You may decorate as many tables as you would like. Central Sisters will provide all the other serving needs, including a white table linen for each round table. If decorating a table, you may reserve the entire table, just a portion, or leave it open. Decorators may arrive between 4:00–9:00pm on Friday, December 5, or from 7:30–8:45am the day of the event. On Friday, north doors 13 & 14 will be open; on Saturday, doors 3 & 14 will be open. iT TakeS “SeRvaNTS” to make sure we are ready to open the doors for our guests. If you are willing to help, please let us know right away. We need: 1) Hostesses (helping our guests find their tables); 2) clean-up after the event (about 45 minutes).

Make youR ReSeRvaTioN now through November 30th by going online at www.ccc.org, or by contacting Diana Fink or Lynn Eby at 688-4400; finkd@ccc.org; ebyl@ccc.org. When registering, please let us know if you have been invited by a table host, if you will be coming with others, or if you will be by yourself.

Tawnya KiTT returns as one of Central’s favorite speakers. Born and raised in Louisville, KY, she attended Eastern Kentucky University and, after

a head-on collision with college algebra, joined the Air Force in 1985. There she met and married Antonio in 1998, who changed everything. They have three beautiful children, Aisha, Tonia, and Antonio II. Tawnya loves serving at Central and has been a part of Women’s ministry since 2005, the choir since 2006, and was a sponsor in the Youth ministry for almost two years. To date, Tawnya is a WSU student in the Counseling Program so all her spare time is devoted to “cracking the books”!

Debra caMpbell, our musical guest, was born in Shreveport, LA. She and her siblings sang

on television and radio, and by the age of ten, she had recorded three records. Music is who Debra is! She and her husband, Phil, an active duty military man, have been married for 17 years and have two beautiful girls, Megan 15, and Morgan 13. They have recently moved to Luther, OK on 40 acres of beautiful land and are trying to decide what to do with all of it! As a past Central member she was actively involved in all aspects of this church; from choir, to Women’s Ministries, Children’s Ministries and Sunday school. Central will always be a part of her life and she loves returning for special events, such as our annual Christmas brunch.

Meet Our Speaker& Musical Guest!

MountainofFoodShoppingListPlease bring donations to the Mountain of Food

in the lobby November 1st – December 15th

q Peanut Butter & Jelly q Canned Fruit & Vegetables q Canned Tuna, Chicken & Salmonq Breakfast Cereal & Oatmealq Cornbread Mix & Biscuit Mixq Spaghetti & Sauce q Rice & Pasta q Ramen Noodles q “Hearty” Soups q Cake Mix & Icingq Brownie Mix q Flour & Sugarq Spicesq Baking Soda & Baking Powder q Macaroni & Cheese q Gravy Mix q Pancake Mix & Syrup q Jell-O & Pudding Mix q Cooking Oil & Shortening q Crackers q Canned Juices q Pickles q Ketchup & Mustardq Mayonnaiseq Toothpaste & Toothbrushesq Combs & Brushesq Shampoo & Cream Rinseq Lotionq Bar & Liquid Soapsq Dish Soaps & Laundry Detergentq Shaving Cream & Razorsq Kleenex & Toilet Paperq Deodorantq Diapers & Wipesq Sanitary Napkinsq Other personal care items

“Many Thanksgivings to God”As I write this article there is a chill in the air and leaves are already falling, indicating the coming winter ahead. In getting ready to receive the annual fall “Mountain of Food” donations, I am encouraged by the special gifts we have had this past summer for the food pantry. Often our yearly food offering in the fall is stretched thin as we go into the summer months. This summer we were running out of some of the essentials…peanut butter, tuna and canned fruit. I put an article in the weekend bulletin and when I came in the next Monday morning, I was greeted by an overflowing donation of these items! Obviously several people had seen the requested need and did not wait until “later” to do a good work! The request ran for two more weeks and again each Monday and during the week, I was able to bring several sacks of food items from the lobby and administrative area to restock the needs in the pantry. I want to thank those who so promptly were moved to supply the needs so that we could continue to provide a good variety of food items from the pantry! As we again seek your provision to fully supply and restock our pantry for another year, I am blessed by the following scripture from 2 Corinthians 9:10-12.

“Now He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food, will supply and multiply your seed for sowing and increase the harvest of your righteousness; you will be enriched in everything for all liberality, which through us is producing thanksgiving to God. For the ministry of this service is not only fully supplying the needs of the saints, but is also overflowing through many thanksgivings to God.”

So I give praise to God for your faithfulness to Him and your provision for the needs of the Body at Central. We look forward to your gifts of non-perishable food items. The items on the list are some of the most common items for donation. We average two to three food requests a week from those coming to Central. The “Mountain of Food” will be up the first weekend in November through Christmas. Food donations will again be accumulated in the south part of the lobby area near the children’s check-in area at the “Mountain of Food” display. Thank you in advance for all of your generous donations and thus the blessing of many in need! Praise the Lord!!

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I’d like to begin this month’s article with a story of three trees that I heard growing up as a young girl. I cannot give credit to the author; however, as I was a small child and after several revisions to the story, I do not know which is the original, nor who began it. Nevertheless, the story is as (roughly) follows. There once were three trees—siblings, if you will—who talked to each other about their aspirations and hopes for their future. All three wanted to bring glory to God with their lives, though their paths were different. The first tree spoke of being turned into a beautiful treasure chest; one that would hold the finest of prizes made up of rubies, pearls and gold—something worthy of pirate loot! The second tree spoke of desiring to grow tall and mighty which would allow for transforming into an admirable and glamorous yacht; one that only the finest of people would step foot on. The third tree looked at the other two and stated that his dreams were simple. He wanted to grow old in that very spot and point the way to Heaven. After many years of growth, all three were chopped down and turned into something slightly different than what they had planned on. Rather than a beautiful treasure chest, the first tree was transformed into a simple trough. The second tree fell short of his large yacht expectation and was shaped instead into a small boat. The third tree was chopped and left as lumber. As you can imagine each one was ready to give God an earful on the variations of “The Plan.” “But Lord,” they each pleaded, “we have been faithful.”

“TRUST ME,” declared the Lord. What they didn’t know was that soon God would surpass their own expectations and bless them in ways they would have never encountered had they gone with the original plan. In time, that trough carried the most precious treasure of all: a baby born of a virgin who would come to save the souls of many. That small boat would carry that same

man and help Him along His travels to spread the Good News. Those pieces of lumber would be formed together and on them, this Man would take His final earthly breaths and point the way to Heaven for centuries. “ TRUST ME,” declared the Lord. As a therapist, much of my work with today’s young adults and teenagers centers on the age-old question: “What am I supposed to do with my life?!” It is during these times that symptoms of anxiety and depression spike for fear that they are not meeting certain expectations society has of them. Often, individuals will have their own plans of what

life should be like and how it is all supposed to turn out. They get cues from the media, their friends and family, and those overly committed Facebook bloggers, (guilty), about where they should be in this race called life. Yet, as the story depicted, most times things don’t go according to plan, at least not our plan. And though God’s plan is infinitely better than yours or mine, we have an excruciatingly hard time of letting that control go. So how do we balance this? How can we let go of our need for control and order and still make wise Spirit-led decisions to live

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Saturday, December 6th [ 12:30 to 4:00 pmLocated at His Helping Hands, 1441 E. 37th St. N.

Heavenly Treasures Gift Shop is a unique gift boutiqueoffering many beautiful items for the home.

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“Direct my footsteps according to Your Word.” Psalm 119:133a

pastorsDavid Welsh Senior Pastor

Roger London Executive/Ministries

Mark Posson Executive/Business

Peter Abood Fine Arts/Worship

Tom Black Involvement/Men

Steve Brummer Worship

Kyle Fleet Students

David Funk Academy Administration

Dr. Paul Goddard Missions

Bryce Hutson Family Life

Ross Lamp Benevolence

David Mann Communications

Edwin Ojedis Hispanic Ministries

Chad Pickering Young Adults

Aaron Scharenberg Counseling Center

Craig Tucker Small Groups/Adult Growth

directorsPaul Dohm His Helping Hands Exec

Vicki Ejibe Lower Elementary

Diana Fink Women

Holly Garner Early Childhood Program

“Griff’ Griffith Promotion/Electronic Media

Rob Hendrix Facilities Op/Safety/Security

Linda Highbarger Finance

Jeff Huhman Creative Arts/Technical

Cheryl Hurley Special Events

Jennifer McCurdy Sports/Recreation

Robert Nooe Special Needs

Caitlin Reed Girls’ Discipleship

Joshua Reed Upper Elementary

Eddie Rivera Information Systems

Debra Roark Smith Print Production

Michael Thorne Care Ministry

managersGene Blythe Maintenance/Custodial

Jackie Cooper Kitchen

Steve Crabtree Maintenance/Custodial

Paul Huff Print Shop

Tracey Hunt Childcare

Heidi Johnson Web Design

Nancy Miller Contribution/HR

Janet Rochat Accounts Payable

Jason Yakel Maintenance/Custodial

executive assistantsSue Crafton Business

Silvia Goddard Ministry

Barb Marchand Senior Pastor

board of eldersRichard Ochs Chairman

Mitch Herren Vice Chairman

Cliff Hartman Treasurer

Steve Slusher Secretary

Jim Andrew • Tom Butz

Dave Callewaert

Brian Doom • Derrel Pressnell

our leadership

This class is designed to help you determine your “next step.” It focuses on the vision and mission of Central Christian and what it means to be a follower of Jesus.

If you are interested in membership, or would like to know more about Central, sign up today by calling Silvia at 688-4400 or visiting our website.

Our last class of 2014 will be held

Sunday, December 7th @ 11:30am–3:00pm

•OurVision:To be a community after God’s own heart.

•OurMission:To lead people to think like Jesus, live like Jesus.

WanttoknowmoreaboutCentral?

We are LIVE-STREAMING our worship services over the internet! Now, when out of town on business or vacation, you can go to c3live.tv or visit our website at ccc.org and follow the link.

Attendance: (Casa de Luz; Mission Team) ”...and the people came...” (acts 2:46-47)

Sept 13-14 ...................................................... 3,377 (106) Sept 20-21 .................................................. 3,442 (114; 9) Sept 27-28 .................................................. 3,603 (143; 9) Oct 4-5 ............................................................ 3,126 (112) Central Christian has added 107 new members in 2014. General Budget Income: ”...and the people gave...” (malachi 3:10-12; ii corinthians 9:6-15)

Weekly budgeted goal for fiscal year 2013–14 ....... $131,730.00 Sept 13-14 ..................................................... $112,900.42 Sept 20-21 ..................................................... $111,762.21 Sept 27-28 ....................................................... $97,321.59 Oct 4-5 ........................................................... $116,652.82His Helping Hands Donations: Sept 13-14 ......................................................... $5,477.00 Sept 20-21 ......................................................... $5,340.00 Sept 27-28 ......................................................... $3,445.00 Oct 4-5 ............................................................... $3,653.00‘bout time Donations: Sept 13-14 ......................................................... $9,953.00 Sept 20-21 ......................................................... $2,481.00 Sept 27-28 ......................................................... $4,178.00 Oct 4-5 ............................................................... $2,213.00

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Comforting those whose loved ones have passed on

Tom & Brenda Binyon & Family on the passing of Tom’s father, our Kernie Binyon Paul & Amy Dohm & Family on the passing of Paul’s father Hunter & Steven Percival on the passing of their mother Gene & Kathy Sechler on the passing of Kathy’s mother Connie Shannon & Family on the passing of her daughter, our Morgan Ketcher Larry & Sandra Williams on the passing of Larry’s father and to the friends & family of our Clara Mae Estes and our Fran Lovell

Celebrating the birth of each new life Easton-Ellis Uzoma Dixon born Oct 1, 2014 @ 7 lbs, 7 oz. to Chelsea & Ellis, and grandparents Martin & Stephanie Anukam

Celebrating the baptisms into new life in Christ (*Casa de Luz) AniDoom•NoahDoom•QuanMay•KristineSabino Amelia Vanderford

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Total Donations to Date$4,049,105.46

CCC HOME. IMPROVEMENT.

a holy and abundant life? Unfortunately, I don’t have all of the answers, but I do have a few tips as to what I usually ask in my practice. When helping our youth navigate these very normal growing pains, I often ask them what it is they are passionate about. I ask them if those things are something that work well with their personality. I ask them to help me understand what motivates them, what drives them. And I ask them if they have prayed for The Lord’s guidance and discernment in understanding the road they can journey. Lastly, I ask them what would help them trust God more wholly, even if their lives don’t turn out the way they had hoped. In closing, I don’t believe that this life was meant to be reduced to a “perfect plan.” I believe that God can use whatever we do or have for His glory. And the beautiful part is that He wants to do that. All we have to do is learn to trust and loosen our grip on the reigns by turning it over to Him. n

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our mission:To lead people to think like Jesus, live like Jesus.

november 2014 2 Daylight Savings Time Ends

4 Parent-Child Dedication Class, 6:30pm, CR

6 Central Christian Academy Banquet, 6:00pm

9 Parent-Child Dedication Class, 10:15am, CH

11 Veteran’s Day

13 Bible Science Fellowship, 7:00pm

14 Mother Daughter Tea, for K–3rd grade girls & their moms, 6:30pm, CT

15 Men of Issachar Breakfast, 7:00am

16 Parent-Child Dedication Ceremony, 5:00pm, WC

27-28 Thanksgiving Holiday ~ Church building & office closed

december 2014 6 Christmas Extravaganza Brunch, 9:30am-Noon, CT

6 Heavenly Treasures Christmas Open House, 12:30-4:00pm, HHH

7 Next Step, 11:30am

11 Bible Science Fellowship, 7:00pm

11 Michael W. Smith Concert, 7:00pm, Hartman Arena

12 Mother Daughter Spa Night, for 4th & 5th grade girls & their moms, 7:00pm, CT

13 HHH Christmas with Jesus, 8:00am–12:00pm, HHH

14–15 “The Story of Christmas” Musical, 7:00pm, WC

20 Men of Issachar Breakfast, 7:00am

24 Christmas Eve Worship Services, 12:00, 5:00, 11:00pm, WC

25-26 Merry Christmas! The church building & office will be closed.

january 2015 1–2 Happy New Year! The church building & office will be closed.