A Thought from Scott
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| Remember to Hold Things Loosely
Whether we are talking about dreams, passions, people or names on a building, we need to be constantly reminded to hold all things loosely. My/our tendency is to cling to people and things for our security or grow to attached to them when God calls us to only cling to Him. He is constantly teaching me this lesson and most recently with Scott Obenchain’s decision to plant a church in the New River Valley.
Scott has been such a blessing to me and I believe to our church. I hate to lose him but I know that if I try to hold onto him God will be forced to break my grip. In the end, God would still get His way and I would be left with sore fingers. Why not just cling to God, allow Him to guide and direct our steps and simply enjoy the journey? It sounds so simple but seems so hard.
What or who are you clinging to that needs to be released to God? Hold all things loosely.
Peace,
Scott
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Scott O's Scoop
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| What a message!
I thought the message this weekend was dead on- at least for me. It is so hard to walk by faith and not by sight. I am a lot more comfortable when I know what direction I am heading and where my next step is going to land. I am a planner. I do not like surprises (unless they are good surprises! )
Walking by faith is tough business, but if you know God is doing the leading, just take the step! On Sunday, Scott shared some examples of faith in the Bible. One of my favorite stories is when the priests are carrying the Ark and they have to cross the Jordan to enter the Promised Land. The only problem was that the river was at flood stage. Instead of stopping the water before they entered, God waited for them to take a step of faith into the water. Once they did, the water stopped up stream and they crossed safely. (Joshua 3)
Here’s the point. Sometimes God is waiting for you to make a move before He moves. Where has God been prompting you to take a step? Where is He waiting for you to make a move? Where is He waiting for you to make a call?
Scott
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Youth
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| NEWS FROM RICK
Youth will meet again on March 14, 5:30-7:00 at the home of Paul and Missy Phillips, 474 Summit Ridge Rd. in Daleville. Call if you need directions...529-2926.
Blessings,
Rick
E-Mail: ISCCMC@gmail.com.
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Children's Ministries
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| The following volunteer spots are open... At 11 AM two teachers are needed in the Kindergarten - 1st grade and Club 456 needs a teacher to co-teach at 9 AM. The 2nd / 3rd Grade Class needs a teacher for the 9 AM Class. If you feel led to help in any of these areas, please give Stephanie a call at 798-2108.
There is still a need for volunteers for the Children's Check-in area on Sunday mornings at both 9 AM & 11 AM. If you would like to help with this, give Stephanie a call for details at 798-2108.
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Men's Ministry
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| MEN’S MINISTRY EVENTS FOR 2010
There will be a Men's Breakfast this Saturday, March 13th at 8 AM here at the Church. Phil Holsinger of the Blue Ridge Women's Center will be the guest speaker. He will be focusing on "Mentoring" and how older men can mentor younger men and what it means to be a mentor. Please call the Church Office if you have not yet signed up and let Linda know that you plan to attend by noon on Thursday. We will need a count in order to plan for food.
UPCOMING MEN'S MINISTRY ACTIVITIES - WATCH FOR DATES!
Go-cart outing in late April or early to mid-May
Breakfast in late May or early June
A shooting outing to Scott Felts property in late summer
Breakfast in the early Fall
Men’s retreat in mid-October
“People Investing in People for Eternity”
GOALS:
Come alive in Christ. To awaken men’s desire to come more alive in Jesus Christ, living life in Him from the heart. To discover who you are to God and what he has created you to be.
Connect with a Group. To assist and encourage men to be connected with a “band of brothers” as intimate allies, to ensure that no man has to walk alone.
Contact Information:
Tad Fisher - Breakfasts/Retreat - Tad.Fisher@thirdsecurity.com - 239-5600 Cell
John Harlow - Any Issue - JCH0819@aol.com - 774-1813 Home
Tom Nolan - Service - Thomas.Nolan@NScorp.com - 798-4966 Cell
Karl Uotinen - Activities/Events - Kuotinen@denekalaw.com - 725-5995 Office
Rick Troutt - Small Group Mgr. - ISCCMC@gmail.com - 400-5626 (cell)
Craig Waldron - Small Group Mgr. - C.Waldron@holtmcardle.com - 610-680-6013 (cell)
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Women's Ministry
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| Ladies, the 2010 Women's Retreat will be here soon! If you have not registered, now is the time to do it, before it's too late! The deadline for registration and payment is March 15th. Our last planning meeting will be March 18th at 7 PM here at the church.
Hurting after abortion? Find hope, healing, and freedom in Christ through Surrendering the Secret, a small-group Bible study for women with abortion in their past. Come discover that you are not alone…share your heart in a safe, confidential environment…and see how the Lord can bring beauty from ashes in your life. Thursdays from 12 N - 2 PM, April 8 through May 27 at Blue Ridge Women's Center. For more details, call Susie at 540 362 4357 or Cindi at 231 420 2098.
Women’s Ministry Tentative Calendar of Events 2009-2010
March
Friday, Saturday and Sunday, March 26, 27 and 28th Lynchburg, Virginia (Contact Missy Phillips)
April
Friday, April 30th –Dinner and surprise (Contact Irma Stritesky)
June
Summer Bible Studies begin…dates TBA (Contact Cathy Parker)
Thursday, June 17th Women’s Ministry Meeting (Contact Cathy Parker or Irma Stritesky)
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Home Groups
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| Orchard Hills Groups
The small group model is an integral part of the life and body of the Church of the Holy Spirit-Orchard Hills. Our church has been founded upon the group model and has benefited from the intimacy and discipleship, which results from meeting together in a small group environment.
Groups are designed to create a safe and inviting environment for individuals to share common experiences and grow in relationship with Jesus Christ and each other through fellowship, Bible study and prayer. They are for adults of all ages, stages of life and spiritual maturity.
Two types of groups available at Orchard Hills:
Discipleship Groups—are small groups of 4 to 5 individuals of the same gender
Home groups—are comprised of 12 to 15 people who meet weekly in the home of one of the group members.
If you are interested in joining a group, please contact Scott Obenchain @977-6800 or scotto@chsorchardhills.com.
“As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another” Proverbs 27:17
“How good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in unity!” Psalm 133:1
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Upcoming Events
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| Ladies, the 2010 Women's Retreat will be here soon! The last of our planning meetings being on March 18th at 7 PM to finalize everything. Deadline for registration and payment of fees is March 15th. Mark your calendars as we get ready for an awesome 2010 retreat.
A Men's Breakfast is planned for Saturday, March 13th at 8 AM. Phil Holsinger of the Blue Ridge Women's Center will speak on mentoring and encouraging older men to mentor younger men and also what to do if you haven't been mentored and don't feel equipped. Please contact the church office by noon on Thursday to let us know you are coming so we will know how much food is needed.
A Newcomer's Class will be held on Sunday afternoon, March 21st from 3 PM - 6 PM. This class is for anyone who is interested in finding out more about Orchard Hills or anyone who is interested in membership. Childcare will be provided if requested. Please indicate on the Connection Card this Sunday if you are interested in attending the class and if you will need childcare or give Linda a call in the Church Office at 977-6800.
There will be a Service of Baptism on Easter Sunday at the 11 AM service. If you would like to be baptized or re-affirm your baptismal vows, please give Scott McLucas a call to talk with him about it.
Linda will be on vacation on Friday, March 12th.
The following over-the-counter medications are being collected for the upcoming Philippines Mission Trip, April 12-23: Children's Tylenol and ibuprofen, Neosporin cream, Hydrocortisone cream, Benedryl pills, Benedryl elixir, Adult Tylenol, Adult ibuprofen, Aleve, Tylenol infant drops. There will be a basket located on the table by the Missions Bulletin Board for your donations. The last day for collection will be Easter Sunday.
Prepare now for 2010 Mission Trip to Fuga Island
Fuga Island in the Philippines . . . 7 villages, no electricity, no medicine, no cars, primitive, poor, isolated. Yet God is expanding His kingdom and building His Church on this tiny island. Opportunities include medical, church planting, evangelism, prayer ministry, the whole gamut. Trip dates are April 12-23 and the estimated cost is $2,500. It is one of the most adventurous and fruitful mission trips many have experienced. For more information contact Todd Atkins (353-6370, tapreach@yahoo.com or www.worldimpact-now.blogspot.com).
Todd Atkins, World Impact Now
PO Box 20852 Roanoke, VA 24018
If Jesus is dead I am wasting my time
www.worldimpact-now.blogspot.com
ALTAR GUILD SCHEDULE FOR SUNDAY, March 14, 2010
IF YOU ARE ON THE SCHEDULE AND ARE NOT ABLE TO SERVE, PLEASE FIND A REPLACEMENT AND THEN GIVE MICHELLE STEPHENSON A CALL AT 473-3388 AND LET HER KNOW WHO WILL BE TAKING YOUR PLACE!
9 AM
Setup:Bill & Barbara Hughes
Servers:
Scott McLucas (Bread Server)
Sharon Barbour
Cathy Parker
Scott Obenchain (Bread Server)
Bill or Barbara Hughes
Brenda Switzer
ill or Barbara Hughes (Bread Server)
Sam Ratcliffe
Donna Ratcliffe
11 AM
Setup:Debbie Stathos
Servers:
Scott McLucas (Bread Server)
Debbie or Agnew Stathos
Kyle Hawkins
Les Talbot (Bread Server)
Paul Phillips
Missy Phillips
Scott Obenchain (Bread Server)
Scott Felts
Penny Felts
NURSERY & CHILDREN'S SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS / ASSISTANTS SCHEDULED FOR SUNDAY, March 14, 2010
Check-In Volunteers
9 AM -Brenda Simmons
11 AM -April Estrada
Infant Volunteers
9 AM - Scott Felts
11 AM -
Toddler Volunteers
9 AM - Keith & Cristy Spencer
Two Year Olds/Diapers - 9 AM Only
9 AM - Diane Brinkley
One & Two Year Olds/Diapers - 11 AM Only
11 AM - Debbie Stathos
Two Year & Three Year Old Sunday School Volunteers
9 AM - Erin Byrd / Taylor Haskins
11 AM - Vicky & Shelby Hurt
Pre-Kindergarten Volunteers
9 AM - Shannon Hines / Lauren / Caitlyn
11 AM -Karen Prince / Ciara Benz
Kindergarten / 1st Grade Volunteers
9 AM - Alicia & Christian Lovern
11 AM -
2nd & 3rd Grade Volunteers
9 AM - Sharon Barbour / Tamara Bell
11 AM - Kristen Obenchain
4th, 5th & 6th Grade Volunteers
9 AM - Gina & John Haskins
11 AM - Lisa & Jeff Miles
MULTIMEDIA SCHEDULE
Sunday Morning-March 14, 2010
9 AM - Joel Coman
11 AM - Ezra Amiss
A full schedule can be seen by going to: www.chsorchardhills.com/multimedia.asp
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Prayer Requests
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| Carol Loope has ask that we pray for Michael and Teresa Hodges, who are expecting a baby boy. They are half way there now and we need to pray for a successful second half of the pregnancy and a safe labor and delivery for Teresa, as they praise and rejoice in the Lord for this miracle.
Brenda Switzer has requested that we pray for her brother-in-law who is having knee replacement surgery this week on Wednesday. He is also the father of Mitzie Booth who attends here. Pray for a successful surgery and complete recovery.
Tom Benedict has requested prayer for protection in working with people who have major depression and prayer to have the discipline to pray before and after sessions with folks.
Please pray daily for Gahanga, our Sister to Sister Church, in Rwanda, Africa. We support them financially, but it is the relationship that is most important. Pray that God will pour down His blessings on Pastor Mathias and his family, as well as the church and the primary school there.
Please pray for Teresa Moffitt as her issues with her knee has deteriorated to the point that she must walk with a walker. Pray for relief from the pain that she is experiencing and that their insurance will allow her to go ahead with the knee replacement that she desperately needs.
Please continue to pray for Jane Linn and her healing process as well as remembering Joe and Connie.
Pastor Sam in Rwanda has requested that we pray for all the little children in Rwanda as it is the rainy season and is very hard for them.
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Michael Shirley has asked for continued prayer as he deals with his current health issues and depression that he is experiencing.
Please pray for Mikayla Sabins, Kathy Spires' daughter. Mikayla has responded well to the new medications. Pray for continued good results from them. Pray for peace for Kathy and Barry as they deal with the constant stream of health issues concerning Mikayla and that God's love and healing will surround Mikayla.
Please pray for Brittany Wright as she is in India on a Mission Trip. Pray for safety for Brittany as well as God's grace as she ministers to those around her.
Following is some information about Brittany's trip: Brittany ministering to the lepers, orphans and those in the slums of India. She will be there for the next three months (until April 25th) and she and her team would appreciate prayer. There are four team members and two leaders who went on this trip. They have a blog site where one or more of the girls post a new blog every couple of days. The blog site is http://india.adventures.org. Once the site opens scroll down to see the current blogs. In the left margin you will see Blog Roll (Contributors). Click on individual names to read that members blogs. Below that are all the blogs that have been posted since the team started by title. DO NOT click on the word Blogs at the top of the page. This is for the whole organization, not the India team.
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