This document provides an update from Shepherds Heart Calvary Chapel in Cebu, Philippines. [1] They are sponsoring 20 high school students and 30 elementary students this year through donations. [2] They have started a new Kids for Christ ministry and Men's prayer breakfast group. [3] Preparations are underway for their 4th annual Extravaganza event for children.
The document provides updates from Tom Maxwell's ministry in Cebu, Philippines. It discusses the growth of their feeding ministry to over 600 children. It also summarizes their new street children's ministry, completion of a new deck at their church, and an upcoming pastor's conference that Tom will help coordinate. The ministry is making changes including adding a second service in Cebuano to accommodate growth. Tom requests prayer for the ministry's continued growth and financial resources.
The document summarizes the activities of the Cebu 2 You ministry in Cebu, Philippines for the month of September 2011. It describes their 6th annual Extravaganza event which had 375 children in attendance along with 67 workers. It also discusses the visit from a team from Calvary Chapel Downey who helped with the puppet show and expanded their puppet ministry. Finally, it mentions two new ministries they are starting - working with street children and a discipleship Bible study.
Summerhill Community Ministries is running a summer camp program for inner-city youth. The camp is going well but some children face challenges at home such as drug abuse and violence. The director praises God for the positive impact of the ministry on children and families over the past 7 years, but notes the difficulties of urban ministry where seeds of faith must be carefully cultivated among many weeds. She asks for prayer and financial support for the camp which is operating without its usual grant funding this year.
2008 Annual Report - Renewing Hope in Difficult TimesRegis Saxton
The document discusses two nonprofit organizations, The Bowery Mission and Kids With A Promise, that provide services to help the homeless and underprivileged in New York City, including meals, shelter, addiction recovery programs, summer camp, and after school programs. It highlights some of the organizations' programs and services, and includes short profiles of individuals who have benefited from the programs to renew hope in difficult times.
The pastor is excited to launch a new initiative called "Committed to the Journey" which aims to expand ministries, unify the church, and share the gospel. This will require faith and resources from the congregation. The pastor encourages reading about the program and praying for God's guidance. Being committed means entrusting oneself to this journey of faith together.
Christ Church Pinetown is a Presbyterian church that meets on Sundays and throughout the week in home groups. The document provides information on various church activities, groups, and ministries taking place in the upcoming week and months. It also shares about mission partners the church supports in other countries and organizations it partners with locally like Trinity Chapel and Entrust.
This newsletter provides updates from Cebu2You ministry in the Philippines. It discusses their Thanksgiving celebration, ongoing school feeding program and street kids ministry, plans for Christmas including blessing families with food and gifts, and requests prayers for guidance, health, growth of ministries, and salvation of loved ones.
Krista Bernard shares her journey with Arbonne over the past year. She was looking for more balance and passion in her life when she left her career in pharmaceutical sales to join Arbonne. Though the transition required short-term sacrifices of her time, she now feels excited and able to spend more quality time with her family. She encourages others to look past initial obstacles and dream of the potential lifestyle benefits of the Arbonne business opportunity.
The document provides updates from Tom Maxwell's ministry in Cebu, Philippines. It discusses the growth of their feeding ministry to over 600 children. It also summarizes their new street children's ministry, completion of a new deck at their church, and an upcoming pastor's conference that Tom will help coordinate. The ministry is making changes including adding a second service in Cebuano to accommodate growth. Tom requests prayer for the ministry's continued growth and financial resources.
The document summarizes the activities of the Cebu 2 You ministry in Cebu, Philippines for the month of September 2011. It describes their 6th annual Extravaganza event which had 375 children in attendance along with 67 workers. It also discusses the visit from a team from Calvary Chapel Downey who helped with the puppet show and expanded their puppet ministry. Finally, it mentions two new ministries they are starting - working with street children and a discipleship Bible study.
Summerhill Community Ministries is running a summer camp program for inner-city youth. The camp is going well but some children face challenges at home such as drug abuse and violence. The director praises God for the positive impact of the ministry on children and families over the past 7 years, but notes the difficulties of urban ministry where seeds of faith must be carefully cultivated among many weeds. She asks for prayer and financial support for the camp which is operating without its usual grant funding this year.
2008 Annual Report - Renewing Hope in Difficult TimesRegis Saxton
The document discusses two nonprofit organizations, The Bowery Mission and Kids With A Promise, that provide services to help the homeless and underprivileged in New York City, including meals, shelter, addiction recovery programs, summer camp, and after school programs. It highlights some of the organizations' programs and services, and includes short profiles of individuals who have benefited from the programs to renew hope in difficult times.
The pastor is excited to launch a new initiative called "Committed to the Journey" which aims to expand ministries, unify the church, and share the gospel. This will require faith and resources from the congregation. The pastor encourages reading about the program and praying for God's guidance. Being committed means entrusting oneself to this journey of faith together.
Christ Church Pinetown is a Presbyterian church that meets on Sundays and throughout the week in home groups. The document provides information on various church activities, groups, and ministries taking place in the upcoming week and months. It also shares about mission partners the church supports in other countries and organizations it partners with locally like Trinity Chapel and Entrust.
This newsletter provides updates from Cebu2You ministry in the Philippines. It discusses their Thanksgiving celebration, ongoing school feeding program and street kids ministry, plans for Christmas including blessing families with food and gifts, and requests prayers for guidance, health, growth of ministries, and salvation of loved ones.
Krista Bernard shares her journey with Arbonne over the past year. She was looking for more balance and passion in her life when she left her career in pharmaceutical sales to join Arbonne. Though the transition required short-term sacrifices of her time, she now feels excited and able to spend more quality time with her family. She encourages others to look past initial obstacles and dream of the potential lifestyle benefits of the Arbonne business opportunity.
The summary provides an overview of the activities and events happening at Shepherds Heart Calvary Chapel in Cebu, Philippines in November 2011. They have begun a street kids ministry reaching out to children living under a bridge. Their church recently finished painting the deck and held their 5th annual pastors and workers conference. They are preparing for various Christmas programs and moving to two Sunday services in November. The document provides contact details for supporting the ministry financially or through visits.
This document provides information about events at the Everett Family Church (EFC) in May and upcoming in June. In May, the family gatherings were refreshed with a new song set, teaching skits, and Pastor Mike joining the elementary breakouts. The youth began a gospel journey series. Perry Travis was hired as the new Praxis Youth Pastor. The management team adjusted the monthly budget. Upcoming in June is a Crosswalk and Life Group meeting, and the promotion of new youth to the Praxis youth ministry.
The document summarizes activities at Summerhill Community Ministries over the summer and fall. It discusses their successful summer camp program that served 60 children and their after school program expanding to serve 40 children. It also highlights individual stories like a student who lived with the director for the school year and a fundraising campaign where children can earn "Christmas bucks" to buy gifts through acts of service.
This newsletter from St. Peter & St. Paul Episcopal Church provides information on upcoming events and ministries of the church. It discusses Father Robert Certain's thoughts on sacrifice as a love gift in the Eucharist. It also announces upcoming events like a rib festival fundraiser, recognition of Education for Ministry graduates, and the work of ministries like Cool Girls and the parish nurse program. The vestry goals for building membership, addressing debt, and becoming a resource church are also outlined.
This document provides announcements for several upcoming events for a MOPS group, including a brunch to send off a member moving away, a women's breakfast, summer playdates, and registration information for fall sessions. It also shares a full letter from the MOPS coordinator reflecting on the group's journey together over the past year and encouraging the members to continually turn to God during both joy and struggles.
The document is a newsletter from St Peter's, St Mark's, and St Swithun's churches in Belper, England. It provides updates on various church activities, including:
- The vision team has been meeting to discuss how to introduce more people to church and grow discipleship. Their new vision statement is "Jesus at the centre - transforming our community."
- St Mark's is hosting a fun weekend event on July 22-24 that all three churches are invited to, including camping, activities, and a joint Sunday service.
- Kate Gough thanks those who buy greeting cards, as the money supports St Crispin's Home in India to improve dormitories and classrooms.
The document summarizes an article from the newsletter of Christ Church Deer Park in Toronto, Canada. It describes a painting commissioned for the church's 100th anniversary that depicts the church's history. It was presented to the church in 1970 in memory of Mr. and Mrs. A.F.D. Lace.
The document is a magazine from the Covenant Community Methodist Church. It includes articles on the pastor's family sharing their life stories, how to change one's perspective at work, tips for building stronger families, and a meditation on science and faith. It also advertises upcoming Holy Week services and contains regular sections on asks, crafts, recipes, music and more. The magazine aims to provide abundant and satisfying coverage of the church's life and ministry.
The summary provides an overview of events at Christ Church Deer Park in Toronto outlined in the September/October 2012 parish newsletter:
1) The roof repair was completed, ensuring the organ will be safe for another 100 years. 2) Two new clergy, the Rev. Canon Douglas Graydon and the Rev. Julie Meakin, joined the parish staff. 3) The capital campaign exceeded its goal, raising over $850,000 to support the parish and diocese.
This is our March Newsletter Please read on and let us know your thoughts. We hope to have some big news soon, but can't share yet, but please keep praying for our house reconstruction!
The document advertises six professional development training days hosted by South West Youth Ministries during the 2012-2013 academic year. Each day focuses on a different topic related to youth ministry and features a keynote speaker like Andy Burns, Jennie Frost, or Tim Hastie-Smith. The training days provide encouragement and idea-sharing for both full-time and voluntary youth workers. They will be held at Hill House Christian Centre and cost just £30 per day or £125 for all six days. Attendees can book a place by calling or emailing South West Youth Ministries.
This document provides a summary of the Order of Worship for the Oromocto and Pine Grove United Church. It includes welcoming remarks, announcements about upcoming events like a GST auction and plant sale and Relay for Life, readings, hymns, prayers, and a benediction. The summary highlights the welcoming nature of the service and announcements about community fundraising and outreach events.
The document provides updates from YWAM Swaziland's ministry in April, May, and June 2012. It discusses (1) two successful seminars held at their campus, (2) major decisions needed regarding property and water access, and (3) hosting teams from South Africa and New Zealand who brought excitement through their service.
1) A new missionary from Idaho, Christian Robison, will be arriving to spend 3-4 months in Cebu evaluating a long-term commitment.
2) A summer team from Calvary Chapel Downey will be arriving on August 4th to help with various ministries, including a VBS for 400-500 children.
3) The church is supporting 41 children through school sponsorships and taking pictures to send to sponsors with their letters of thanks. The weekly feeding program for children has grown from 300 to 500 kids.
Tom Maxwell provides a medical update from his time in the hospital in the US undergoing tests and treatment for diabetic ulcers and an infected toe. He shares about ministry opportunities during his furlough, including speaking at churches. The newsletter also provides updates on the growing ministries in Cebu, Philippines, including a new feeding program for children and the arrival of a new intern from Bible college. Prayer requests are included for Tom, his wife, the church leaders and ministries, finances, and other matters.
This newsletter provides updates from Calvary Chapel of Cebu2You in the Philippines. It discusses their Thanksgiving celebration, school feeding program for 300-400 children, street kids ministry for 18-20 children, and Christmas plans including celebrations for their various ministries and providing food and gifts for families in need. It also provides contact details and requests prayers for guidance, finances, growth, health, personal time with God, spiritual growth, children's ministries, salvation, and future plans.
This document provides an update from Pastor Tom Maxwell about his ministry in Cebu, Philippines. In 3 sentences: A new feeding ministry for 300 children in Barangay Apas is taking shape. The church in Cebu continues to grow and function well under Pastor Gerry while Pastor Tom is on furlough recovering from medical issues in the US. The update requests prayer and financial support for various ministry activities and needs in Cebu.
The document provides an update from Cebu2You ministry in the Philippines. It summarizes that the ministry has restarted their feeding program for over 600 children per week and plans to increase that number. It also announces upcoming Valentine's celebrations for the church and young adults. Additional news includes starting a new home Bible study, youth visiting a mercy ship, needing repairs to a multimedia projector, effects of a recent earthquake, and prayer requests for the ministry.
This document is the 2011 State of the Parish Report from Our Saviour Lutheran Church in Green Bay, Wisconsin. It includes reports from the Senior Pastor, David Hatch, and various church boards. Some key details include:
- The church saw a record harvest with 26 souls confirmed or baptized in recent months.
- Sunday school, adult education classes, and other programs are thriving and growing.
- The building is in constant use with groups and activities throughout the day and week.
- The various boards provide updates on their areas of focus, including education, elders, evangelism, fellowship, personnel and finance, stewardship, trustees, and youth. Most report continued growth and blessings throughout the year.
This newsletter provides an update on the ministry activities of Sergio and Beth over the past year. They have expanded their work to Samoa and Mexico, teaching water purification and the DEEM program. Their partnerships in Mexico have grown and opened doors to share the gospel with more indigenous groups. They provided medical clinics that resulted in many professions of faith. Their vision for 2016 is to provide more families with clean water through filters and conduct additional mission trips in Mexico, Samoa, India and potentially Tonga. They thank supporters and request continued prayers and financial support to accomplish their goals.
The document summarizes upcoming events and changes at Everett Family Church. It announces that the church will move to a weekly family gathering on Saturdays to make it easier for people to attend. It also discusses implementing changes to reach more people with the gospel, serve the marginalized, improve children's ministry, and disciple all ages. The financial report shows generous giving allowing the church to adopt a $10,000 monthly budget and expand ministries.
The document provides an update from Everett Family Church (EFC). Key points:
- EFC is moving to a weekly Family Gathering on Saturdays to make it easier to invite others and be more available in the community. Other changes aim to remove hindrances for people connecting with EFC.
- The youth ministry, Praxis, has been growing and is preparing events like a 30-hour famine and summer youth camp to foster relationships and faith.
- Upcoming women's and men's retreats in April and June are announced to encourage fellowship and spiritual growth.
The summary provides an overview of the activities and events happening at Shepherds Heart Calvary Chapel in Cebu, Philippines in November 2011. They have begun a street kids ministry reaching out to children living under a bridge. Their church recently finished painting the deck and held their 5th annual pastors and workers conference. They are preparing for various Christmas programs and moving to two Sunday services in November. The document provides contact details for supporting the ministry financially or through visits.
This document provides information about events at the Everett Family Church (EFC) in May and upcoming in June. In May, the family gatherings were refreshed with a new song set, teaching skits, and Pastor Mike joining the elementary breakouts. The youth began a gospel journey series. Perry Travis was hired as the new Praxis Youth Pastor. The management team adjusted the monthly budget. Upcoming in June is a Crosswalk and Life Group meeting, and the promotion of new youth to the Praxis youth ministry.
The document summarizes activities at Summerhill Community Ministries over the summer and fall. It discusses their successful summer camp program that served 60 children and their after school program expanding to serve 40 children. It also highlights individual stories like a student who lived with the director for the school year and a fundraising campaign where children can earn "Christmas bucks" to buy gifts through acts of service.
This newsletter from St. Peter & St. Paul Episcopal Church provides information on upcoming events and ministries of the church. It discusses Father Robert Certain's thoughts on sacrifice as a love gift in the Eucharist. It also announces upcoming events like a rib festival fundraiser, recognition of Education for Ministry graduates, and the work of ministries like Cool Girls and the parish nurse program. The vestry goals for building membership, addressing debt, and becoming a resource church are also outlined.
This document provides announcements for several upcoming events for a MOPS group, including a brunch to send off a member moving away, a women's breakfast, summer playdates, and registration information for fall sessions. It also shares a full letter from the MOPS coordinator reflecting on the group's journey together over the past year and encouraging the members to continually turn to God during both joy and struggles.
The document is a newsletter from St Peter's, St Mark's, and St Swithun's churches in Belper, England. It provides updates on various church activities, including:
- The vision team has been meeting to discuss how to introduce more people to church and grow discipleship. Their new vision statement is "Jesus at the centre - transforming our community."
- St Mark's is hosting a fun weekend event on July 22-24 that all three churches are invited to, including camping, activities, and a joint Sunday service.
- Kate Gough thanks those who buy greeting cards, as the money supports St Crispin's Home in India to improve dormitories and classrooms.
The document summarizes an article from the newsletter of Christ Church Deer Park in Toronto, Canada. It describes a painting commissioned for the church's 100th anniversary that depicts the church's history. It was presented to the church in 1970 in memory of Mr. and Mrs. A.F.D. Lace.
The document is a magazine from the Covenant Community Methodist Church. It includes articles on the pastor's family sharing their life stories, how to change one's perspective at work, tips for building stronger families, and a meditation on science and faith. It also advertises upcoming Holy Week services and contains regular sections on asks, crafts, recipes, music and more. The magazine aims to provide abundant and satisfying coverage of the church's life and ministry.
The summary provides an overview of events at Christ Church Deer Park in Toronto outlined in the September/October 2012 parish newsletter:
1) The roof repair was completed, ensuring the organ will be safe for another 100 years. 2) Two new clergy, the Rev. Canon Douglas Graydon and the Rev. Julie Meakin, joined the parish staff. 3) The capital campaign exceeded its goal, raising over $850,000 to support the parish and diocese.
This is our March Newsletter Please read on and let us know your thoughts. We hope to have some big news soon, but can't share yet, but please keep praying for our house reconstruction!
The document advertises six professional development training days hosted by South West Youth Ministries during the 2012-2013 academic year. Each day focuses on a different topic related to youth ministry and features a keynote speaker like Andy Burns, Jennie Frost, or Tim Hastie-Smith. The training days provide encouragement and idea-sharing for both full-time and voluntary youth workers. They will be held at Hill House Christian Centre and cost just £30 per day or £125 for all six days. Attendees can book a place by calling or emailing South West Youth Ministries.
This document provides a summary of the Order of Worship for the Oromocto and Pine Grove United Church. It includes welcoming remarks, announcements about upcoming events like a GST auction and plant sale and Relay for Life, readings, hymns, prayers, and a benediction. The summary highlights the welcoming nature of the service and announcements about community fundraising and outreach events.
The document provides updates from YWAM Swaziland's ministry in April, May, and June 2012. It discusses (1) two successful seminars held at their campus, (2) major decisions needed regarding property and water access, and (3) hosting teams from South Africa and New Zealand who brought excitement through their service.
1) A new missionary from Idaho, Christian Robison, will be arriving to spend 3-4 months in Cebu evaluating a long-term commitment.
2) A summer team from Calvary Chapel Downey will be arriving on August 4th to help with various ministries, including a VBS for 400-500 children.
3) The church is supporting 41 children through school sponsorships and taking pictures to send to sponsors with their letters of thanks. The weekly feeding program for children has grown from 300 to 500 kids.
Tom Maxwell provides a medical update from his time in the hospital in the US undergoing tests and treatment for diabetic ulcers and an infected toe. He shares about ministry opportunities during his furlough, including speaking at churches. The newsletter also provides updates on the growing ministries in Cebu, Philippines, including a new feeding program for children and the arrival of a new intern from Bible college. Prayer requests are included for Tom, his wife, the church leaders and ministries, finances, and other matters.
This newsletter provides updates from Calvary Chapel of Cebu2You in the Philippines. It discusses their Thanksgiving celebration, school feeding program for 300-400 children, street kids ministry for 18-20 children, and Christmas plans including celebrations for their various ministries and providing food and gifts for families in need. It also provides contact details and requests prayers for guidance, finances, growth, health, personal time with God, spiritual growth, children's ministries, salvation, and future plans.
This document provides an update from Pastor Tom Maxwell about his ministry in Cebu, Philippines. In 3 sentences: A new feeding ministry for 300 children in Barangay Apas is taking shape. The church in Cebu continues to grow and function well under Pastor Gerry while Pastor Tom is on furlough recovering from medical issues in the US. The update requests prayer and financial support for various ministry activities and needs in Cebu.
The document provides an update from Cebu2You ministry in the Philippines. It summarizes that the ministry has restarted their feeding program for over 600 children per week and plans to increase that number. It also announces upcoming Valentine's celebrations for the church and young adults. Additional news includes starting a new home Bible study, youth visiting a mercy ship, needing repairs to a multimedia projector, effects of a recent earthquake, and prayer requests for the ministry.
This document is the 2011 State of the Parish Report from Our Saviour Lutheran Church in Green Bay, Wisconsin. It includes reports from the Senior Pastor, David Hatch, and various church boards. Some key details include:
- The church saw a record harvest with 26 souls confirmed or baptized in recent months.
- Sunday school, adult education classes, and other programs are thriving and growing.
- The building is in constant use with groups and activities throughout the day and week.
- The various boards provide updates on their areas of focus, including education, elders, evangelism, fellowship, personnel and finance, stewardship, trustees, and youth. Most report continued growth and blessings throughout the year.
This newsletter provides an update on the ministry activities of Sergio and Beth over the past year. They have expanded their work to Samoa and Mexico, teaching water purification and the DEEM program. Their partnerships in Mexico have grown and opened doors to share the gospel with more indigenous groups. They provided medical clinics that resulted in many professions of faith. Their vision for 2016 is to provide more families with clean water through filters and conduct additional mission trips in Mexico, Samoa, India and potentially Tonga. They thank supporters and request continued prayers and financial support to accomplish their goals.
The document summarizes upcoming events and changes at Everett Family Church. It announces that the church will move to a weekly family gathering on Saturdays to make it easier for people to attend. It also discusses implementing changes to reach more people with the gospel, serve the marginalized, improve children's ministry, and disciple all ages. The financial report shows generous giving allowing the church to adopt a $10,000 monthly budget and expand ministries.
The document provides an update from Everett Family Church (EFC). Key points:
- EFC is moving to a weekly Family Gathering on Saturdays to make it easier to invite others and be more available in the community. Other changes aim to remove hindrances for people connecting with EFC.
- The youth ministry, Praxis, has been growing and is preparing events like a 30-hour famine and summer youth camp to foster relationships and faith.
- Upcoming women's and men's retreats in April and June are announced to encourage fellowship and spiritual growth.
The newsletter from Our Mother of Mercy Catholic School discusses the start of the new school year. It highlights recent successful events including an opening retreat for faculty and staff and a well-attended open house. It also outlines the school's mission and goals, including strengthening its curriculum, becoming a Blue Ribbon School, and providing students with an excellent faith-based education.
The HUB Bible school was started in 1996 in Serbia and has since grown significantly. It has had 350 total students who now serve as leaders across the Balkans. The school currently has its 20th generation of students, totaling 22 people. The school aims to equip students to spread the gospel through spiritual growth and Bible study. It has also started organizing camps to serve families with disabled children or children with cancer, which have been well received. The school gives thanks to God for His faithfulness and guidance over the years.
Tom Maxwell returns home to Cebu, Philippines after 4.5 months in the US receiving medical treatment. He had severe infections in his leg from diabetes that doctors said would require amputations. However, through hyperbaric oxygen therapy and prayer, God healed Tom's leg and he kept all toes but one. The church in Cebu is growing with more people attending. Tom provides updates on the ministry and requests prayer in various areas including health, finances, growth of the church, and salvation of friends and family.
This document provides an end-of-year report from Worldwide Agape House Ministries. It summarizes the organization's activities in 2015, which included operating an orphanage and Christian school in the Philippines, holding worship services and outreach in Japan, and providing medical clinics and literacy programs as part of a missions trip to Papua New Guinea. Some highlights included baptisms, construction of a new church building, and over 800 people served through medical clinics on the PNG trip. The letter expresses gratitude for God's faithfulness and provision throughout the year's activities.
The document discusses child sponsorship opportunities through Shepherds Heart Calvary Chapel in Cebu, Philippines, including sponsorship of elementary students for $35/year, high school students for $120/year, and support for university students at $100/year, with a goal of sponsoring 50-100 children total. It provides an update on church activities in Cebu and requests prayer and financial support for the ministry.
This issue of the church newsletter covers several topics:
1) The interim rector calls on parishioners to get more involved in the church by volunteering their time and talents, as Christian education programs and Vacation Bible School will need new leaders.
2) The senior warden provides an update on the search for a new rector, noting that the targeted search process did not find a match but that the search committee will continue looking.
3) The treasurer reports that the church has a budget surplus for 2010 and expects to break even in 2011, though pledges are down so no new programs or staff can be added for now.
This document summarizes the events and accomplishments of Unionville Presbyterian Church in 2020. It discusses how the church adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic by moving services and groups online, and highlights the various ways the congregation supported each other and the community through donations, home-cooked meals, and social justice initiatives. It also honors members who passed away in 2020 and looks ahead with optimism for continuing their mission of service, inclusion, love and kindness in 2021.
The document provides an annual report on the faith formation activities at Broadmoor Community Church from 2016-2017. It summarizes that the children/youth participated in various summer activities including camp and volunteer opportunities. Throughout the year, educational programs were offered for various age groups on topics like white privilege. Special multigenerational events were held for Advent and Lent. The report concludes by praising the volunteers and staff that supported the faith formation ministries.
Over the past 10 years, CRC has engaged in numerous community projects to help those affected by disasters like Hurricane Katrina and to support local schools and charities. Some of their efforts include rebuilding employee and community homes after Katrina; hosting field trips, mentoring programs, and donating equipment to local schools; providing holiday meals and gifts to families in need; assisting with relief efforts after disasters like tornadoes in Oklahoma and Alabama; and ongoing support of charities through donations and volunteer events. CRC's community programs aim to empower youth, embrace communities where they operate, and care for those in need.
This newsletter provides updates on various events and activities at Xavier High School. It announces that classes for the second semester will begin on January 3rd and that Catholic Schools Week will be celebrated from January 29th to February 4th. It also introduces Xavier's new Learning Coach, Ally Callanan, who will support students struggling academically. Additionally, it provides information on upcoming faith-based activities, sporting events, and fundraising opportunities.
The document provides updates from YWAM Swaziland's ministry in April, May, and June 2012. It discusses seminars held, decisions needed regarding property and water access, team visits hosted, hospital ministry, cancelled discipleship training, and new projects including egg-laying chickens. The overall summary is:
YWAM Swaziland had successful seminars and hosted teams from South Africa and New Zealand. They need prayer in deciding how to secure their property and improve water access. Hospital and discipleship ministries continued though a training school was cancelled. New projects like egg-laying chickens were started to generate resources and help the community.
1. 2 You from Cebu
Greetings from your friends at Shepherds Heart Calvary
Chapel in Cebu, Philippines.
Inside this Issue- We are excited to be able to sponsor
We have had another busy
June 2009 month at SHCC and are 20 High school students and 30
Elementary students this year because
blessed to share it with you.
of your generosity.
Sponsorship Students 2009
1 Greetings from SHCC Thanks to all of you who were able to
help with our sponsorship program.
We have been busy buying school
supplies and shoes and our house has
been packed with students and parents
waiting in line for their initial supplies
2 Sponsorship Students
2009
3 New Kids for Christ
Ministry
4 Extravaganza IV
5 Men’s Prayer Breakfast
And Accountability * Releasing of School Supplies *
6 Website
New Kids for Christ Ministry
7 Prayer Requests
Our NKFC Ministry was delayed a few weeks to be sure we were really prepared for
these beautiful children and had the proper staff to accommodate them. We now have a
8 Misc. teacher, a parent and a recent graduate from nursing school to assist us and we will
graduate
begin June 14th. On June 7th we will have our final preparation meeting before kicking
off the ministry. Thanks for your prayers
2. Extravaganza IV Men’s Prayer Breakfast Prayer Requests
and Accountability
Pray for wisdom and discernment in
We have begun a Men’s prayer all things, for Finances, for controlled
breakfast and accountability group in growth as the Lord leads, my personal
addition to our monthly Men’s time with the Lord, our spiritual
Ministry.
growth, the church’s spiritual growth,
Currently we have 8 men attending children’s ministries as they continue
continu
every week. We are studying Chuck to grow, opportunities for new
Smith’s book “The Man God Uses” ministries, a place for our mid-week
mid
one chapter per week but most of our
service, salvation for over 30
time is sharing and praying. We each
have an accountability partner for unbelievers that attend our services,
daily contact. for enough finances to sponsor,
salvation for Krysta (daughter) and
Preparation continues for our 4th Austin (grandson), future plans for
annual Extravaganza (1 Day VBS). us(Sheilani and I), additional
a
We already have 25 volunteers to help supporters..
supporters
and need 15 more. Already 150 kids
have signed up and are excited for the
event.
Misc.
We will be helped by our CC Downey
Summer Team as they partner with us Please visit our website @
in this event. cebu2you.cjb.net. Also visit us on
All of the crafts have been decided Facebook and Twitter.
upon as well as the music and the
Bible stories based on the theme Website If you will be in Cebu or would like to
“Follow Jesus” visit us, as a team or individually, please
We have had problems with our
Unfortunately we have to scrap the t- let us know. We can help arrange
website and have established a
shirts this year as there is just no temporary site at accommodations (with discount) and travel
budget for 350 T-shirts. www.cebu2you.cjb.net We are still
www.cebu2you.cjb.net. within the city.
We are unsure of the venue this year trying to contact the server host
Contact us @:
but we have 3 to choose from. The
best choice will cost us $50 which at
Shepherds Heart Calvary Chapel
this point is not in the budget so join Mother’s Day 11-A Torralba Street, Lahug, Cebu City
A
us in praying for this.
We celebrated Mother’s d dDay this 6000, Philippines. Telephone number
year by presenting the oldest (longest from the states 011-63-32-2334314 land
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time) Mother and the youngest line or +639179445222 Cell Phone.
+63
(newest Mother) each with a book for We are a praying church so if you have
prayin
growing in the Lord as a woman. any requests, send them to us @
The Oldest mother was 38 years a shepherds_heart04@yahoo.com
mother and the youngest was 2 weeks.
The children sang for the mothers and
presented each with a gift. Pastor Tom and Sheilani
3. To support this ministry in the Philippines, send your donations to:
Calvary Chapel of Downey, 12808 Woodruff Avenue, Downey, CA 90242 ATTN: Missions Support for Tom Maxwell
If your donation is for a specific purpose in Cebu, please designate the purpose, ie: sponsorship for HS/Elementary, etc.
All donations are tax deductible
Contact us at shepherds_heart04@yahoo.com look at our web page, @ cebu2you.com
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Gihigugma ka ni Hesus
(Jesus Loves You)
Our Purpose:
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To Know God and To Make Him Known
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