Cambridge Commons Monthly Newsletters
May 2011
“Remembering What Jesus Said”
Dear Church: This past Easter Sunday my message was titled “Remembering” and specifically we looked at “Who Remembered What Jesus Said.” Despite three separate occasions that we have recorded in the Bible where Jesus told the disciples He was going to be arrested, crucified, and raised back to life the third day, the disciples didn’t believe Him. But the disciples’ feeble faith shouldn’t surprise us because, if we’re honest, we see the same thing in ourselves. Don’t we? The difference is that we have fewer excuses than the disciples when it comes to remembering the words of Jesus. We have the recorded Word whereas the disciples only had their memory.
I’m sure that if the disciples had their IPods, Blackberries, and laptops with them on that Saturday as they huddled in the room together in Bethany, someone would have reviewed his notes and come across the times when Jesus spoke to them of his death, burial, and resurrection. “Guys, look! Here it is! When we were with Jesus in Jericho and He asked us who the people said that He was. Peter said “You are the Christ of God.” Jesus made us swear we wouldn’t tell anyone. Remember? Then He said, ‘The Son of Man must suffer many things, and be rejected by the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and be raised the third day.” (Luke 9:21) Being reminded of Jesus’ words on Saturday may have meant a night of joyful anticipation instead of despair.
What about today? Jesus’ words are recorded in the Holy Bible so we have the Truth in print. We shouldn’t have the kind of memory problem the disciples had and yet, how many churches today are doing what Jesus told us to do? Jesus was very specific in what He called us to do. In the final discourse which Jesus had before ascending to the Father, He commanded us to “go and make disciples of all nations…” That was not a suggestion. If a church follows Jesus’ command, it means that disciple making will be the #1 priority of the church.
Church growth expert Charles Arn says, “The longer a congregation exists, the more concerned it tends to become with self-preservation – and the less concerned with its original purpose.”¹ He says that making disciples begins when church members bring their unsaved friends and family members to church. We each know someone who is not saved, (or at least we should). Are you praying for that person?
Here’s a very practical suggestion. A church in California has encouraged its members to write the name of unsaved friends or relatives on an index card and carry that card with them. They are to pray for that person(s) at one o’clock, for one minute, once a day. That’s not too difficult is it? Why not start today?
Then invite them to an event happening in our church especially if they have children or teenagers. Once they make friends (parents and kids), they’ll come back. Relationships are the glue that keeps people active in a church and holds them there.
Pastor Jay
Charles Arn, “5 Top Priorities for Increasing Your Church,” ChurchGrowth, Inc. March 2010
UPCOMING EVENTS
Sunday, May 1, 2011, 12:00 p.m. – Nominating Team Meeting
Tuesday, May 3, 2011, 7:15 p.m. – Men’s Ministry Team meeting
Wednesday, May 4, 2011, 6:00 p.m. – Family Night Supper
6:30 p.m. – Adults in Fellowship Hall for Coffee, Prayer Requests and Devotional Time
6:30 p.m. – TeamKID
6:30 p.m. – Youth Bible Study – Youth Room Upstairs
8:00 p.m. – Choir Practice
Thursday, May 5, 2011 – 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Girl Scout Bridging Ceremony – Sanctuary, Fellowship Hall and Kitchen
7:00 p.m. - Ladies Evening Bible Study – Room 104
Friday, May 6, 2011, 7:00 p.m – The Elderberries Luncheon
Sunday, May 8, 2011 – Mother’s Day
Monday, May 9, 2011, 5:30 p.m. – Girl Scout Troop 24, Room 101
7:00 p.m. – Commonwealth Girl Scout Leaders Meet – Fellowship Hall
7:30 p.m. – Off Campus Small Group at the home of Wanda & Danny Journey
Wednesday, May 11, 2011, 6:00 p.m. – Family Night Supper
6:30 p.m. – Adults in Fellowship Hall for Coffee, Prayer Requests and Devotional Time
6:30 p.m. – TeamKID
7:00 p.m. – Adult Bible Study
8:00 p.m. – Choir Practice
Sunday, May 15, 2011– 4:00 p.m. – Deacon’s Meeting
Tuesday, May 17, 2011, 11:45 a.m. – Midtown Men’s Lunch Group TBA
Saturday, May 21, 2011, 9:00 a.m. – NBA ministry
Sunday, May 22, 2011 – 2:00 p.m. – Lexington Court Ministry – Kouzina Class
Monday, May 23, 2011, 5:30 p.m. – Girl Scout Troop 24, Room 101
7:30 p.m. – Office Campus Small Group at the home of Wanda & Danny Journey
Wednesday, May 25, 2011, 6:00 p.m. – Family Night Supper
6:30 p.m. – Adults in Fellowship Hall for Coffee, Prayer Requests and Devotional Time
6:30 p.m. – TeamKID
6:30 p.m. – Youth Bible Study – Youth Room Upstairs
7:00 p.m. – Adult Bible Study
8:00 p.m. – Choir Practice
Wednesday, May 25, 2011 – DEADLINE FOR JUNE CAMBRIDGE COMMONS NEWSLETTER INFORMATION TO CHURCH OFFICE
Thursday, May 26, 2011, 12:00 p.m. – ROMEO Lunch Group at the Daily Grind in Short Pump
Monday, May 30, 2011 – Memorial Day Holiday – Church Office Closed
Wednesday, June 1 and Thursday, June 2, 2011 – Mary Dalton will be off to attend son’s wedding.
Friday, June 3, 2011, 12:00 p.m. – The Elderberries Luncheon
Saturday, June 4, 2011, 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. – Cambridge Kids cooking dinner to serve their parents, teachers, coaches and Pastor
GRADUATE RECOGNITION
It’s that time of year again as we prepare to honor our graduates. Our Graduation service for both high school and college (post graduate, nursing school, etc.) is Sunday, June 5, beginning at 10:30 a.m. Following the service we will have a reception for our graduates, families and church family who have been a part of their lives in the fellowship hall at church.
PLEASE LET US KNOW IF YOU ARE GRADUATING OR KNOW SOMEONE WHO IS! We need for you (graduates/parents) to drop off or email a picture and the following information to Mary our church Administrative Assistant by Wednesday, May 18.
• Your full name
• School you are graduating from and date of graduation
• Future plans (college you plan to attend and what you plan to study, career plans, military, etc.)
Mary’s email address is office@cambridgebaptistchurch.org.
Church office hours are Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Thank you for helping us with this information.
NEW BIBLE STUDY
On Wednesday, May 4th, Pastor Jay will begin a new Bible Study entitled, "What Promises of Jesus Are Still To Come?"
The study will focus on prophecy and end times and includes topics such as, "What is the tribulation? Will believers go through the tribulation? How will the world end up?" Join us for this exciting study on Wednesdays from 7:00 – 8:00 pm.
YOUR YOUTH PASTOR IS AN AUTHOR
Please join Pastor and former VCU All-American/Professional Basketball Player Calvin Duncan and Pastor/Academic All-American Nominee Win Davis at LifeWay Christian Store for a book signing on Saturday, May 21 from Noon to 2:00 p.m. Duncan and Davis will be signing copies of their new book Cross Training: A Sports Devotional. LifeWay Christian Store is located at 9840 West Broad Street, Glen Allen, VA 23060. Royalties (10%) of all book sales will be donated to Youth Fund for Summer mission trip to Georgia in June.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
Cambridge Kids' Activities: Mark your calendars! The May 14 Kids Cooking activity has been rescheduled to June 4th. The kids are going to cook dinner with Coach Libby and serve their parents, teachers, coaches and Pastor in appreciation for our hard work. Then in June we will have VBS every morning from 9:00 – noon starting on the 27th and ending July 1.
Please plan to be at every event and bring a friend, or 2!
CAMBRIDGE KIDS NEED YOU: Hey Cambridge family, you may not know it but the kids love to see you involved in their activities! There are lots of opportunities to get plugged in to their religious education at Cambridge. I encourage you to prayerfully consider volunteering to help this year either in a regular rotation or at some of our special events.
We need your help at Team Kid, in Sunday School, Children’s Church, and as a chaperone. Contact Kelley through the church office , 740-4084. Thank you for your help!
Children's Church: We want to encourage our 4th and 5th graders to worship with us as much as possible. The Kid's Bulletins are geared towards that age group and are usually based on the week's scripture and sermon. Please make sure all your kids pick up a bulletin and bag before church starts! If you or your kids have any ideas about how to make these bags or bulletins more fun, please let Kelley McLean know! Children's Church is also available. The curriculum is aimed at kids 6-8 years old. Please contact Kelley with any questions or if you want to volunteer.
CAMBRIDGE ELDERBERRIES
"Elderberries” Monthly Luncheon is scheduled for Friday, May 6 @ 12:00 noon at church in the Fellowship Hall. Please bring a covered dish (it can be a meat, vegetable, salad or dessert) to share. Rolls and Beverages will be provided.
Our guest performer for this month will be Don Newberry. If you are planning to attend, contact Linda Trent or the church office @ 740-4084 by Wednesday, May 4.
CAMBRIDGE FAMILY NIGHT MINISTRY
“Wednesday Night Fellowship & Dinner” will be featuring the following menu entrée selections for the month of May 2011:
May 4 – Pork Tenderloin & Salad Bar
May 11 – Pot Luck
May 18 – Pizza & Salad Bar
May 25 – Mission Meal highlighting “Africa”
Reservations are preferred each week by filling out a reservation form located in the bulletin on the tear off section and place it into the offering plate on Sundays or call the church office by 12:00 noon on Tuesdays. The cost for a meal will remain $2.00 per child ages 3 thru 11, $4.00 per person ages 12 and up and $10.00 maximum per household.
We invite each of you to come and bring a friend, neighbor or relative to have dinner and enjoy the fellowship time with us on Wednesday nights.
DEACON’S BENEVOLENT PROGRAM
Cambridge Baptist Deacons Fund Raiser
Do you like to eat? If a true Baptist, the answer is a resounding Yes and Amen to that!
If so please join us at Rudino’s Pizza and Grinders on Sunday, May 1st right after church services.
Cambridge Baptist Deacons have joined with Rudino’s Pizza and Grinders to host a 4th Sunday of the Month, fund raiser for the deacons. These funds raised will go toward a Benevolent Account from which the deacons can disperse funds as needed to those in need. The account will be managed by the Stewardship Committee but the Deacons will provide the decision when to activate the funds.
For those wondering what a “grinder” is, no, it’s not something to grind metal with. A grinder in the basic sense is a sub sandwich. Also Rudino’s has salads for those health conscious of us as well as a vegetarian menu. To top it off, pastas as well, so something for everyone’s taste and wants.
So make a note on your calendar and plan to join us for lunch on Sunday the 1st . Rudino’s is conveniently located on Ridgefield Parkway. From Cambridge Road turn right onto Ridgefield and turn left at the next turn lane. As you turn in, Rudino’s is ahead on your left in the strip mall section. We look forward to seeing each of you there.
Cambridge Baptist Deacons
HOME TEAM
The Home Team ministry is being restarted. If you have a project that needs to be done around the house, we'll come up with the people power (men & ladies). In the past the team has built a wheelchair ramp and various home improvements.
Contact Jim Clifton if you have a project and if you'd like to be on the team.
MENS MINISTRY
Don’t forget the Men’s Ministry Monthly Luncheons
The Men’s Ministry Lunch Groups will meet as follows for the month of May.
Please mark your calendar and bring a friend.
Midtown Men’s Lunch Group will be announced in the Bulletin.
Romeo Lunch Group will meet at the Daily Grind in Short Pump on Thursday, May 26 at 12:00 p.m. Contact George Fleshman with any questions.
Men’s Ministry Team Pete Shamburger Paul Harvey Price McLean Craig Harver
Men’s Fraternity
Well we’ve done it, we’ve finished The Quest for Authentic Manhood. But God isn’t done with us yet. God doesn’t adopt us as sons, fellow heirs with Christ, and say, “Okay, I’m going to move on to the next guy.” He didn’t give Robert Lewis the vision, desire and ability to impact our lives so dramatically and not expect the wisdom and knowledge we’ve been given to bear fruit. He has higher expectations of us now. He expects us to band together as brothers, to share one another’s burden’s, to be there for one another in our triumphs and tribulations. No longer can we sit idly by in our marriages, our children’s lives and the life of our church. As Robert has made clear in his definition of Authentic
Manhood, we are called and have been equipped to:
• Reject Passivity
• Accept Responsibility
• Lead Courageously
With the tools we’ve been given through Men’s Fraternity we aspire to become the kind of men God has used throughout history to make a difference for His kingdom. We will stumble, we will fail, we will be frail, but with God’s help and the encouragement we will give one another, we will make a difference. And finally we will believe the promises of God and:
• Expect a Greater Reward, God’s Reward
CAMBRIDGE MISSION OPPORTUNITIES
CARITAS
CARITAS is coming to Cambridge July 16, 2011.
How can you Help?
1. Put this date on your calendar.
2. Pray about how God can use you in this powerful ministry.
3. Save brown paper grocery bags with handles.
4. Save toiletries: lotions, shampoo, combs, razors, toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, soap.
5. Save new or gently used bath towels and washcloths.
6. If you are connected to a scout troop or know of youth who are in need of community service hours, please contact
Steve or Terry Tusing for some more specific opportunities.
Thank you so much,
Steve & Terry Tusing
LEXINGTON COURT MINISTRY
The April birthday party at Lexington Court was hosted by the Berean Class on April 17th. We had the party a week earlier than usual because Easter came on the fourth Sunday this year. Thanks to the volunteers from the Berean Class who gave their time to help with the party. The May party will be held on Sunday, May 22nd and volunteers from the Kouzina Class will be helping. Please mark this on your calendar so we will have a good group of folks to come out and visit with the residents and help them celebrate their birthdays. You will not only be helping others, but you will receive a special blessing by your participation.
Rita Gregory, Team Leader
Nursing Home Ministry
OFF CAMPUS SMALL GROUP
Our May meetings will be on May 9, 2011, 7:30 p.m and May 23, 2011,
7:30 p.m. at the home of Wanda & Danny Journey. If you have any questions please
call Wanda Journey.
WOMEN’S MINISTRY
The ladies ministry evening bible study will end on Thursday, May 5th. The ladies will then spend May and June serving the children’s ministry with preparations for VBS.
CAMBRIDGE YOUTH Calendar & Events
2011 Events Schedule
(Mark Your Calendars Now!)
Contact: Rev. Win Davis – Pastor to Youth & Young Adults
Dinner Fellowship/ Bible Study every Wed from 6 PM to 8 PM
Sunday School (beginning with breakfast fellowship) every Sunday from 9:00 AM – 10:25 AM
Events Subject to change & events/ missions may be added as opportunities become available.
May 2011
1, 8, 15, 22 & 29: Breakfast Fellowship/Sunday School 9 – 10:25 AM
3, 10, 17, 24 & 31: Dinner Fellowship Wednesday Night Bible Study 6 – 8 PM
18: Deadline to email or bring Graduate photo and required information to Church Office
21: NBA ministry/Event TBA
BA: Jr. /Sr. Retreat
June 2011
5, 12, 19, & 26: Breakfast Fellowship/Sunday School 9 – 10:25 AM
1, 8, & 15: Dinner Fellowship Wednesday Night Bible Study 6 – 8 PM
5: Graduate Recognition Sunday
14: Deep Run Graduation
15: Godwin Graduation
17: LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!!!!
18: NBA ministry/Event TBA
Mark Your 2011 Calendar NOW!!!
Summer Mission Trip/Camp TBA
PRAY FOR YOUR FAMILY IN CHRIST
Please be in prayer for the following Cambridge Family members and let them know you care by contacting them in whatever way you feel appropriate: Libby B, Francis P, Hugh R, Eula C, Patsy B, Debbie D, Georgia M, Erie M, Margaret B, Ernestine H, Janet S, our Shut-Ins, Megan T (Guatemala) and Ashley L (Vietnam).
Also please keep in your prayers: Pattie P; our Country; our Armed Forces; Wounded Warriors
THE CAMBRIDGE DEACON FELLOWSHIP FOR 2011
Price McLean, Chairman
Kenny Childress
Jim Clifton
Bill Hobgood
Bill Jones
Jason Owen
Francis Peck
Boo Turner
Mike Wilson
If you have any personal or family needs or concerns that you want to discuss with someone from the church, please feel free to call any of the deacons at any time.
APRIL 2011
Will Cambridge Be An Effective Congregation in the Future?
Dear Church Family,
At the Pastor-Deacon Church Leadership Retreat March 21st, I attended a session called, “Church Change – Empowering the Next Generation” by Travis Collins, the pastor of Bon Air Baptist Church. His presentation was based on a series of talks he had given to his church during their Summer Conference 2009. Since then Bon Air has taken steps to address many of the areas he identified as concerns. I want to share with you some of what was discussed in the presentation because it pertains to not just our church but to most of the churches in our area. Travis used the term “effective church” and so will I.
For a church to be effective in the future:
1.) It must incorporate young adults into the leadership of the church. (Note: For the purposes of discussion and planning, Bon Air has defined Young Adult as anyone from the age of 19-39. That groups together college, professional, single, single-again, and married.) This is more than just inviting young adults to serve on committees since most young adults aren’t interested in serving on them. They do, however, want to be involved in leading ministries. What this means is that the church will have to take a hard look at how to empower people to lead and how decisions are made in the church.
2.) It must plan on multiple generations working and worshipping together. Young adults do not want to be isolated in their own group. Travis told us to give up on plans to have a separate contemporary service because young adults want to be part of “intergenerational communities where they mix and form relationships with all ages.” (cited in Robert Webber, The Younger Evangelicals).
3.) It must move towards a varied worship experience. Young adults prefer a mixture of hymns sung to a modern, upbeat tempo which some are labeling, “ancient future.” These are hymns redone in a simple guitar-driven format. (cited in Ed Stetzer, Lost and Found). Much of what may be a future worship service is still being developed, and may have several components such as “songs, Scripture reading, open sharing, a time of silence, more songs, a message, visuals, and times of quiet and meditation.” (cited in Dan Kimball, Emerging Worship). Such services may actually attract people of all ages.
4.) It must emphasize the benefit of small groups and the closeness of community in a small church. The church must also accept the idea that many un-churched young adults will not come into a church building but may be willing to meet regularly in a coffee house or house church.
These are just a few of many important points to study. Expect to hear more about this topic as we move forward. Much of the presentation came from How to Reach People Under 40 Without Losing People Over 60 by Eddie Hammett. I am looking into getting copies of this book at a discount through Ken Kessler for study by the Vision2020 Team.
Pastor Jay
UPCOMING EVENTS
Friday, April 1, 2011, 12:00 p.m. – Elderberries Luncheon
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – Family Bingo Night – Bring a baked good to donate to the prize table.
Saturday, April 2, 2011, 12:45 p.m. – Middle Schoolers Laser Quest
Sunday, April 3, 2011, 4:00 p.m. – Church Council Meeting
Tuesday, April 5, 2011, 7:15 p.m. – Men’s Ministry Team meeting
Wednesday, April 6, 2011, 6:00 p.m. – Family Night
6:30 p.m. – Adults in Fellowship Hall for Coffee, Prayer Requests and Devotional
6:30 p.m. – TeamKID
6:30 p.m. – Youth Bible Study – Youth Room Upstairs
7:00 p.m. – CARITAS Presentation
8:00 p.m. – Choir Practice
Thursday, April 7, 2011, 7:00 p.m – Men’s Ministry Study
7:00 p.m. – Women’s Evening Bible Study
Sunday, April 10, 2011, 7:00 p.m. – Modified Seder by Rabbi Israel Cohen of Chosen People Ministries
Monday, April 11, 2011, 5:30 p.m. – Girl Scout Troop 24, Room 101
7:00 p.m. – Commonwealth Girl Scout Leaders Meet – Fellowship Hall
7:30 p.m. – Off Campus Small Group at the home of Wanda & Danny Journey
Tuesday, April 12, 2011, 4:00 p.m. – Cooking Class, Kitchen & Fellowship Hall
Wednesday, April 13, 2011, 6:00 p.m. – Family Night Supper
6:30 p.m. – Adults in Fellowship Hall for Coffee, Prayer Requests and Devotional Time
6:30 p.m. – TeamKID
7:00 p.m. – Church Business Meeting
8:00 p.m. – Choir Practice
Saturday, April 16, 2011, 9:00 a.m. – NBA ministry/CiCi’s Pizza/Go Carts 9AM-2PM) ($10.00 for Go-carts plus $ for lunch)
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Children’s Easter Party at Cambridge
Sunday, April 17, 2011– Palm Sunday
4:00 p.m. – Deacon’s Meeting
2:00 p.m. – Lexington Court Ministry – The Berean Sunday School Class
Monday, April 18 – Friday, April 22, 2011 – Spring Break for Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday, April 19, 2011, 11:45 a.m. – Midtown Men’s Lunch Group at Extra Billy’s, 5205 West Broad St.
Thursday, April 21, 2011, 7:00 p.m. – Maundy Thursday Service
Friday, April 22, 2011 – Good Friday
Sunday, April 24, 2011 – Easter
Monday, April 25, 2011 – Church Office Closed for Easter
5:30 p.m. – Girl Scout Troop 24, Room 101
7:30 p.m. – Office Campus Small Group at the home of Wanda & Danny Journey
Wednesday, April 27, 2011, 6:00 p.m. – Family Night Supper
6:30 p.m. – Adults in Fellowship Hall for Coffee, Prayer Requests and Devotional Time
6:30 p.m. – TeamKID
6:30 p.m. – Youth Bible Study – Youth Room Upstairs
7:00 p.m. – Adult Bible Study
8:00 p.m. – Choir Practice
Thursday, April 28, 2011, 12:00 p.m. – ROMEO Lunch Group at Vinny’s Italian Grill, 3434 Lauderdale Drive
Thursday, April 28, 2011, 11:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Retired Dept. of Education Luncheon, Steve Bateson
CHURCH COUNCIL MEETING
The Church Council meeting has been moved to Sunday, April 3rd at 4:00 p.m. Please come prepared to discuss events for the Summer and Fall. Pastor Jay will also be explaining a new Strategy for following up with first time guests.
CALLING ALL MIDDLE SCHOOLERS!
We are planning a special middle school only event at LaserQuest on Saturday, April 2nd. We will meet at the church at 12:45 (make sure you eat lunch first). We must leave the church no later than 1:00 in order to make our reservation. We will play 2 games each at a cost of $15 total per person. As we head back to church we will make an ice cream pit stop at Dairy Queen so make sure to bring extra bucks for that as well (maybe $5). There are also video games in the lobby of LaserQuest if you wish to play.
This should be a fun time for all! I have reservations for a limited number so please reply to this email if you plan to attend and let me know if you are bringing a friend.
We look forward to seeing you all and having some fun competition!!
Brad and Louise Riendeau
Win Davis
CARITAS INFORMATION SESSION
ADULTS, TEENS, YOUTH AND ALL IN BETWEEN
Please come and learn more about a great mission opportunity CARITAS.
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
7:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. CBC Sanctuary
There will be a CARITAS employee and former client sharing information and other facts that will be helpful to know. CBC will be hosting CARITAS beginning July 16 – 23, 2011.
MESSIAH IN THE PASSOVER DEMONSTRATION
On Sunday, April 10th, Rev. Israel Cohen will be our guest for the morning worship service when he will preach on Israel and Prophecy. Then in the evening at 7:00 p.m. he will conduct a sermonic demonstration called, Messiah in the Passover, showing how Jesus fulfilled the ancient feats of Passover.
Rev. Cohen is a representative of Chosen People Ministries, one of the world’s most extensive ministries to God’s chosen people – the Jews. He was raised in a conservative Jewish home before giving his life to the Jesus as an adult.
A traditional Passover Seder table is set complete with all the articles of Passover. The speaker will explain the symbolic meanings of the various items of the Passover feast and give special emphasis on how they relate to the New Testament and to our celebration of the Lord’s Supper. Messiah in the Passover gives the Christian community insight into Jewish traditions so that the Jewish roots of Christianity can be better understood. This program also helps the Jewish and Christian communities understand their common heritage.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
Cambridge Kids' Activities: Mark your calendars! There is so much to learn and so much fun to have! The whole family is invited to Family BINGO night on Friday April 1 from 6:30 – 8:30. Please bring a baked good to donate to the prize table! We'll have some popcorn and beverages to snack on while we play! Our Easter Party will be from 10:00 – 12:00 on April 16. On May 14 the kids are going to cook dinner with Coach Libby and serve their parents, teachers, coaches and Pastor in appreciation for our hard work. And then in June we will have VBS every morning from 9:00 – noon starting on the 27th and ending July 1. Please plan to be at every event and bring a friend, or 2!
CAMBRIDGE KIDS NEED YOU: Hey Cambridge family, you may not know it but the kids love to see you involved in their activities! There are lots of opportunities to get plugged in to their religious education at Cambridge. I encourage you to prayerfully consider volunteering to help this year either in a regular rotation or at some of our special events. We need your help at Team Kid, in Sunday School, Children’s Church, and as a chaperone. Contact Kelley McLean or call the church office. Thank you for your help!
Children's Church: We want to encourage our 4th and 5th graders to worship with us as much as possible. The Kid's Bulletins are geared towards that age group and are usually based on the week's scripture and sermon. Please make sure all your kids pick up a bulletin and bag before church starts! If you or your kids have any ideas about how to make these bags or bulletins more fun, please let Kelley McLean know! Children's Church is also available. The curriculum is aimed at kids 6-8 years old. Please contact Kelley with any questions or if you want to volunteer!
Special Thank You to Ethan Teal!! Ethan took his time before TeamKid and sharpened the pew pencils for us. Way to be a servant Ethan!
CAMBRIDGE ELDERBERRIES
“Elderberries” Monthly Luncheon is scheduled for Friday, April 1 @ 12:00 noon – 1:30 p.m. at church in the Fellowship Hall. Please bring a covered dish (it can be a meat, vegetable, salad or dessert) to share. Rolls and Beverages will be provided.
If you are planning to attend, contact Linda Trent or the church office @ 740-4084 by Wednesday, March 30.
CAMBRIDGE FAMILY NIGHT MINISTRY
“Wednesday Night Fellowship & Dinner” will be featuring the following menu entrée selections for the month of April 2011:
April 6 – Meat Loaf, Mashed Potatoes, Salad Bar and Dessert
April 13 – Ham (Easter Family Dinner)
April 20 – No Dinner Served (School Spring Break)
April 27 – Pizza & Salad Bar
Reservations are preferred each week by filling out a reservation form located in the bulletin on the tear off section and placing it into the offering plate on Sundays or calling the church office by 12:00 noon on Tuesdays. The cost for a meal remains $2.00 per child ages 3 thru 11, $4.00 per person ages 12 and up and $10.00 maximum per household.
We invite each of you to come and bring a friend, neighbor or relative to have dinner and enjoy the fellowship time with us on Wednesday nights.
FLOWER TEAM
Easter Lilies and/or Tulips
Just a reminder that Easter Sunday is April 24th this year. You may add to the beauty of our Easter worship by purchasing a lily and/or tulip to be placed in our sanctuary. The flowers cost $13.00 each. To order fill out the form that is included in this Sunday’s bulletin, attach it to your check or cash and place it in the offering plate or bring it to the Church Office by Monday, April 4th, which is the deadline to place your order.
Sanctuary Flowers
If you would like to place flowers in the sanctuary during the year, please sign up on the chart located on the bulletin board across from the coat rack.
REMEMBER:
• The cost of flowers: $18.50 per arrangement.
• Please sign up at least two weeks ahead.
• Please place payment for flowers ordered in the offering plate or mail it to the church office.
• Be sure to take the flowers home with you, not the liner. If you do take the liner home,
bring it back to the church the following Sunday.
• Be sure to include in honor/memory of and who is giving the flowers.
If you have questions, please contact the following: The Church Office, 740-4084.
MENS MINISTRY
The Men’s Ministry study continues on Thursday evenings, 7:00 p.m. at Cambridge in Room 101
Don’t forget the Men’s Ministry Monthly Luncheons
The Men’s Ministry Lunch Groups will meet as follows for the month of April.
Please mark your calendar and bring a friend.
Midtown Men’s Lunch Group will meet at Extra Billy’s, 5105 West Broad Street on Tuesday, April 19, 2011 at 11:45 a.m.
Romeo Lunch Group will meet at the Daily Grind in Short Pump on Thursday, April 28 at 12:00 p.m. Contact George Fleshman at 747-7314 with any questions.
Men’s Ministry Team Pete Shamburger Paul Harvey Price McLean Craig Harver
CAMBRIDGE MISSION OPPORTUNITIES
CARITAS
CARITAS is coming to Cambridge July 16, 2011.
How can you Help?
1. Put this date on your calendar.
2. Pray about how God can use you in this powerful ministry.
3. Save brown paper grocery bags with handles.
4. Save toiletries: lotions, shampoo, combs, razors, toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, soap.
5. Save new or gently used bath towels and washcloths.
6. If you are connected to a scout troop or know of youth who are in need of community service hours, please contact Steve or Terry Tusing for some more specific opportunities.
Thank you so much,
Steve & Terry Tusing
LEXINGTON COURT MINISTRY
Thank you to all who volunteered at the March birthday party for the Lexington Court residents.
The monthly birthday party for April has been changed to the third Sunday, April 17th, at 2:00 P.M. due to Easter being on the fourth Sunday. Many of the residents will be with family on Easter. The BEREAN CLASS will be volunteering on April 17th.
Rita Gregory, Team Leader
Nursing Home Ministry
OFF CAMPUS SMALL GROUP
Our April meetings will be on April 11, 2011, 7:30 p.m and April 25, 2011, 7:30 p.m. at the home of Wanda & Danny Journey. If you have any questions please call Wanda Journey.
WOMEN’S MINISTRY
The ladies will be finishing up their evening bible study in early May. It has been an amazing journey so far learning God’s different names and how each reveals to us his love and presence in our lives. Some names we have studied so far are: Elohim= God as Creator, El Elyon= God as sovereign over the universe, El Roi= God who sees, El Shaddai= the all-sufficient One, Adonai= Lord and Master, Jehovah= self-existent One, Jehovah-jireh= the Lord will provide, Jehovah-rapha= the Lord who heals, and more! God is awesome and loves us so much. After the study is complete, the ladies will focus on a special service project that will be announced in the May newsletter.
COOKING CLASS
The Women’s ministry is sponsoring a cooking class on Tuesday, April 12, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. Each person attending the class will make a pie to take home to their family and one to give to various families in the Church fellowship for all their wonderful church work in helping to make the Cambridge Women’s ministry such a success. The class is limited to 12; therefore, please contact Libby Benton early to register.
CAMBRIDGE YOUTH Calendar & Events
2011 Winter & Special Events Schedule
(Mark Your Calendars Now!)
Contact: Rev. Win Davis – Pastor to Youth & Young Adults
Dinner Fellowship/ Bible Study every Wed from 6 PM to 8 PM
Sunday School (beginning with breakfast fellowship) every Sunday from 9:00 AM – 10:25 AM
Events Subject to change & events/ missions may be added as opportunities become available.
April 2011
3, 10, 17 & 24: Breakfast Fellowship/Sunday School 9 – 10:25 AM
6, 13, & 27: Dinner/Wed Night Bible Study 6 – 8 PM (NO BIBLE STUDY 4/20 SPRING BREAK)
16: NBA ministry/Event TBA
18 – 22: HAVE AN AWESOME SPRING BREAK! Remember No Wed Night Activities 4/20.
May 2011
1, 8, 15, 22 & 29: Breakfast Fellowship/Sunday School 9 – 10:25 AM
3, 10, 17, 24 & 31: Dinner Fellowship Wednesday Night Bible Study 6 – 8 PM
14: NBA ministry/Event TBA
TBA: Jr. /Sr. Retreat
June 2011
5, 12, 19, & 26: Breakfast Fellowship/Sunday School 9 – 10:25 AM
1, 8, & 15: Dinner Fellowship Wednesday Night Bible Study 6 – 8 PM
5: Graduate Recognition Sunday
14: Deep Run Graduation
15: Godwin Graduation
17: LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!!!!
18: NBA ministry/Event TBA
Mark Your 2011 Calendar NOW!!!
Summer Mission Trip/Camp TBA
PRAY FOR YOUR FAMILY IN CHRIST
Please be in prayer for the following Cambridge Family members and let them know you care by contacting them in whatever way you feel appropriate: Hugh R, Eula C, Patsy B, Debbie D, Georgia M, Erie M, Margaret B, Ernestine H, Janet S, our Shut-Ins, Megan T (Guatemala) and Ashley L (Vietnam).
Also please keep in your prayers: Pattie P; our Country; our Armed Forces; Wounded Warriors; Jennifer & Joe H – Bulgaria (Jim & Judy E’s daughter).
THE CAMBRIDGE DEACON FELLOWSHIP FOR 2011
Price McLean, Chairman
Kenny Childress
Jim Clifton
Bill Hobgood
Bill Jones
Jason Owen
Francis Peck
Boo Turner
Mike Wilson
If you have any personal or family needs or concerns that you want to discuss with someone from the church, please feel free to call any of the deacons at any time.