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What does God want me to do? I remember wrestling with that question following my graduation from college. I knew God had called me into ministry, but I needed a job. As I sat down with my pastor, I never will forget his words, “Jim, just take the next step.” If you think about it, that is how God leads us - one step at a time. God told Moses to bring the Israelites out of Egypt and out of slavery. One step at a time!

In 2012 at the General Conference of United Methodists, there was a call from the UMC in Africa to help them with discipleship. Pastor Jeff called Christ UMC to begin to pray and think about how we could develop relationships with our brothers and sisters in Africa. At the same time, the International Leadership Institute (ILI) became an approved agency of the United Methodist church for discipleship. In what seemed to be a holy moment, Julia Crim of ILI contacted Christ UMC. She asked if we would consider partnering with ILI and the United Methodist Church of the Ivory Coast (Cote d’Ivoire) by sponsoring a discipleship conference. Thus began the unlikely relationship of Christ UMC in Mobile and the UMC of the Ivory Coast.

In 2013, we sponsored the first ILI conference in the Ivory Coast. Our goal was to equip the 28 participants with disciple-making tools that they would share in their sphere of influence. Little did we know that the first 28 participants were all leaders in the United Methodist Church. These leaders multiplied the training from the conference by sharing it with over 365 people. In 2014, we sponsored our second ILI conference with another 28 leaders, all young leaders in the church, who took the same training and shared with over 500 people. Our relationship with the people of the Ivory Coast continued to grow.

In the spring of 2014, CUMC hosted Bishop Boni of the Ivory Coast. This incredible leader came to thank Christ UMC for our support as he inspired us to continue following the call of Christ. “Make disciples of Christ for the transformation of the world!” He shared with us his goal that United Methodists in the Ivory Coast would have a church in every village in the south and every town in the north.

We were blessed to have Jean Claude, a church-planting missionary from the Ivory Coast, come and speak to us and share his vision in August of 2014. He plants new churches and trains new leaders. After prayer and discussion, Christ UMC chose to partner with him by pledging monthly financial support. Now the NEXT STEP! Jean Claude has identified a village, Gnangoussou (Youngoso), where therehas been very little gospel witness. The majority of the 2,000 residents are members of an African religion where an elder of the people serves as their prophet. This elder recently passed away, leaving the door wide open for the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

This village has no clean water, no school and no medical facility. A local missionary, Brother Arthur, has been serving a small Methodist church there. We have the opportunity to partner with Jean Claude in the transformation of Gnangoussou! We believe that if the village is provided clean water through a new well, a church building for worship and education, and told the Gospel of Jesus Christ through the Jesus Video, we can play a large part in the transformation of this village. Together, we can bring hope. Together, we can bring better living conditions and show others the way to eternal life in Jesus Christ.

It will take all of us to make the Next Step together! Plans are in progress as to how and when, through the grace of God, we can be partners in the transformation of the village of Gnangoussou. Our next step is to pray daily for the people of Gnangoussou, that their hearts will be open to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Pray that God would give us clear direction and open doors as together we “Make disciples of Christ for the transformation of the world.”

The Next Step................................. front cover

A Note from Pastor Jeff.................................... 2

Adult Opportunities ........................................ 3

Youth Ministry................................................. 4

Children’s Ministry...........................................5

Recreation Ministry..........................................6

Various Ministries..........................................7/8

Pastoral Care...................................................9

Weekly Events/Library...................................10

January Calendar......................................... 11

Women’s Conference ....................... back cover

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January 2015

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Rob Blackwell, Church AdministratorNow that we have entered Year 3 of the Seven Year Plan, it’s a good time to review our goals and progress. The goal of the Seven Year Plan is to eliminate $7 million of debt in 7 years, thereby giving us the resources and flexibility to more freely and effectively answer God’s call on our church. Here is a review of the core components with a few comments:• Intentional Emphasis on Spiritual Development and Tithing: Our emphasis on

spiritual development and tithing has been, and will continue to be, mirrored in the FORWARD initiative. The Giving Ladder is an important part of this effort.

• Incorporating the Mortgage Payment in General Operating (GO): We are now paying all interest on our debt from the General Fund (operating budget), right on schedule. This means that all 7YP funds go to principal only.

• 2nd Mile Sundays: Our two 2nd Mile Sundays have been completed; there will be no 2nd Mile Sunday this year.

• Planned Giving: We will begin talking about this part of the 7YP later this year.• Capital Campaigns: The FORWARD initiative replaces the need for a traditional

capital campaign. It works hand-in-glove with the 7YP, allowing us to meet the 7YP debt repayment schedule while still funding the ministries and operation of the church. Remember, the FORWARD budget includes the 7YP planned principal repayment (an additional $1.15 million in 2015). See the thermometer chart each month to track our progress. Note that we met our 2014 goal - Thanks be to God!

A blAnk pAGeAs we begin a new year (can you believe it’s 2015?), it’s like starting over again with a beautiful new, clean, blank page! The opportunity to set some new priorities and goals for the new year is available to us all. I encourage you to let your personal spiritual growth be a major goal for 2015. Stay connected to your Christ UMC family. Make worship

attendance, prayer, small group involvement, and giving of yourself to others major goals. Start some healthy habits and be committed to staying the course. January 1st is the first day of the rest of our lives—let’s make good choices!

The last two months of 2014 were certainly eventful in the life of Christ UMC! • We had a wonderful FORWARD initiative, in which we received pledges and

commitments of 10.6 million toward our two year goal of 11 million.

• We made a major decision to sell our corner Crossroads property to CVS for $2.35 million based on a 98% vote in favor at the church conference.

• $2,000,000 from the sale will be applied to principal debt.

We had a wonderful Advent season with spectacular music by our adult, youth and children’s choirs! We finished the year strong financially, and we also paid 100% of our conference apportionments for 2014. Let’s begin 2015 on strong financial footing as well. Thank you for your faithfulness as we press forward into God’s exciting future!

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Adult Bible Studyopportunities

WednesdAy studiesn Bible Study with Pastor BobbyThe wilderness Journey | Begins wednesday, January 14 | 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | Room A-209 | We all have “wilderness” times in our lives. Times of loneliness, despair, illness, depression, desertion and more. Learn from Pastor Bobby Williams as he brings to life Biblical characters who have also experienced the wilderness in their lives. Characters like Jacob, Elijah, Hosea and even Jesus.

n Balanced By Andy StanleyBegins wednesday, January 21 | 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | Room A-204 | Led by Sandra Dunaway, a professional finance counselor. Are the arguments in your home often about money? Do you have trouble disciplining yourself with your resources? Can you be unbalanced financially and still be a devoted follower of Christ? What does it even mean to be financially balanced? In this 6-part study, you’ll be challenged to examine what you really believe about finances and faith:

n What does the Bible say about money?

n Can you survive without debt?

n Are you content with what you have?

n Are you giving God your leftovers?

This study is filled with insightful perspectives and practical exercises to build a biblical foundation for your finances. The workbook with DVD will be available at the first meeting with prior registration for a cost of $20. Couples only need one book.

WeekdAy studiesn The Power of God’s names by Tony Evans | Begins Tuesday, January 69:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | Room A-206 | A ladies study | Led by Brenda Ragland | Learn more about the identity of God by understanding the context in which each of His names is used in Scripture. Workbooks available at first meeting with prior registration for a cost of $12. Child care available with prior registration.

n Mom’s Bible Study: A Mother’s Legacy by Jeanne Hendrick | Begins wednesday, January 7 | 9:30 a.m. | Parlor | Learn a mother’s legacy through a study of ten special women from the Word of God. Each lesson focuses on struggles that are as real today as they were centuries ago. You’ll also hear from contemporary mothers like author Jeanne Hendrick and learn ways to apply the practical truths you acquire. Brief enough to fit into your busy, and often unpredictable schedule, yet deep enough to really make a difference, A Mother’s Legacy lends a helping hand, because being a mother can be the most influential job there is. Cost of book is $11 available at first class meeting. Child care is available.

n 5 ways God uses to Grow Our Faith | Begins Tuesday, January 13 | Led by Brian Johnson | 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Room E-247 | Imagine how different your outlook on life would be if you had absolute confidence that God was with you. Imagine how differently you would respond to difficulties, temptations, and even good things, if you knew that God was in all of it and was planning to leverage it for good. For all adults.

disciple bible studySame Great Study | Broken Down into 4 Six-week Segments | Reduced Reading | Reduced Class Time | you May Take Each Segment at a Time Convenient For you. The four sections are Old Testament 1, Old Testament 2, New Testament 1 & New Testament 2. Begin with Old Testament 1 now and work your way through the other 3 sections at your convenience. Three class opportunities are available in January for Old Testament 1. If you have never held a Bible in your hand, this is the study for you. If you learned all the Bible stories as a child but have no idea how they fit into the story of God, this is the study for you. If you have read the Bible cover to cover, this is the study for you. Disciple Bible Study is a great way to have a better understanding of the Bible and the people of God. The cost of the book and study guide is $40 and will cover all four classes. Class sizes are limited to 12 participants. Child care is provided with prior registration.

wednesdays, begins January 7

10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Led by Joan Haig

Sundays, begins January 114:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Led by Mary Brockman

wednesdays, begins January 146:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Led by Bill Murph

To register and order a book for one of these classes, contact Sonya Carson at sonya@christumcmobile.com or 251.706.3365.

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3 | Hands & Feet youth Local Missions | For 6th - 12th grade | We will partner with Little Sisters of the Poor to help those in need. Details and registration information at christumcyouth.com/hands-feet.

4 | Focus - All youth worship | For 6th - 12th grade | 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.Youth Area | We will kick off the year with a great worship and prayer time.7 | wednesday night youth resumes | For 6th - 12th grade5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | Youth Area

11 | Small groups and Confirmation resumes | For 6th - 12th grade 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. | Youth Area

16-18 | winter Retreat at Shalimar Beach Retreat, Panama City Beach, FL | There will be awesome worship, a great speaker, small groups, lots of games and much more. Cost: $130. Register at winterretreat2015.com. Space is limited.

februAry Activities1 | Super Bowl Party: A Party with a Purpose | For 6th - 12th grade Time: TBA | Not only will we have the BIG Game on all of the BIG screens, not only will we have super cool inflatables, not only will we have more tailgate food than you will possibly be able to consume, not only will ALL your friends be here, but we will be raising money for an important cause.

7 | Hands & Feet youth Local Missions | For 6th - 12th grade | Details and registration information at christumcyouth.com/hands-feet.

27 | Middle School Fun night: Bonfire/Outdoor Movie night | For 6th - 8th grade | 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. | Grab a friend and come hang out with us under the stars and watch a movie on the giant outdoor inflatable screen, eat s’mores around the bonfire and hang out with your friends. Cost: $5. Register at christumcyouth.com/movienight.

27 | High School CHAOS: Glow in the Dark Gym night | For 9th - 12th grade 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. | Christ Center Gym | How do you make team sports more fun? Turn off the lights and play basketball, volleyball, frisbee, spikeball and 9 square in the air with black lights and neon outfits. There will be a 3v3 basketball tournament, a 2v2 spike-ball tournament and Neon Costume Contest with awesome prizes. Cost: $5. Register at christumcyouth.com/gymnight.

JAnuAry ActivitiesWeekly proGrAmsvisit christumcyouth.com for more details. n SunDAy MORnInGSBreakfast is provided starting at 8:00 a.m.

9:16 worship | Youth Area | 9:16 a.m. - 10:20 a.m. A great worship venue for middle and high school students.

Bible study | Youth Lounge | 10:40 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Middle and high school Sunday school class.

youth Singers | Rehearsal | 10:20 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.youth Ringers | Rehearsal | 11:00 a.m. - 11:40 a.m.

n SunDAy nIGHTSMiddle & High School | 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Hang out and get to know new friends as we break into small groups.

wEDnESDAy HAnGOuT AnD wORSHIP Re:Fuel | Youth Area | 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | Wednesday Night Bible study for middle and high school students. Eat and hang out with us | 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.Bible Study | 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

youth ministry stAffTyler Vittetoe, High School Youth MinisterEmail - tyvittetoe@gmail.com

stAy connected With usCheck in with us at Want to get text updates? MS text @CUMC to 475.252.2857HS text @HSGR to 475.252.2857nExT GEnERATIOn nEwSLETTER Visit christumcyouth.com for all our events

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Weekly proGrAmsvisit cumcchildren.com for more details.

stAy connected With us CuMChildren CuMCKidz

n Sunday Mornings | All Sunday School classes are located in Building E. Visit the Next Generation booth for location of classes. 8:00 a.m. - Sunday School3K – 4K | E-146 5K – 5th | E-248

9:15 a.m.3K – 4K | Bldg E | Sunday School5K – 2nd | Bldg F | Elementary Worship3rd – 5th | Bldg E | Sunday School

10:40 a.m.3K – 4K | Bldg F | Preschool Worship5K – 2nd | Bldg E | Sunday School3rd – 5th | CCAA | Tween Worship

children’s ministry stAffAshley Walker, Early Childhood MinisterEmail: ashley@christumcmobile.com

Jon Seale, Elementary MinisterEmail: jon@christumcmobile.com

Christie Ford, Kidz Crossing DirectorEmail: christie@christumcmobile.com

nExT GEnERATIOn nEwSLETTER Sign up for our E-nEwS via cumcchildren.com

n 2-4 | winter Camp at Camp whispering Pines, Citronelle, AL For 3rd - 5th grade | Get ready for a weekend filled with great worship and out of this world fellowship and fun! Register at cumcchildren.com/winterretreatScholarships are available. Cost: $125.

n 7 | wednesday nights resumes | Dinner: 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. | Fellowship Hall | Preschool Jungle Safari Worship: Bldg E, Rm 149 | 6:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. | Where kids explore the nature of God. K5 - 5th grade Elementary Worship: Fellowship Hall | 6:00 p.m.- 7:30 p.m. We will experience God’s Word in surprising and unforgettable ways, while learning about His unconditional love. Dinner: Donations only.

n 9 | Elementary Fun night | 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. | For K5 - 5th grade Christ Center Assembly Area (Tween Worship Area) | Drop your kids off for an evening of video games, karaoke, live music and dancing. Pizza and drinks will be available. Cost: $5 per child.

n 9 | Parent’s night Out | 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. | For 6 weeks - K5Nursery | Cost $10 per child | Drop the kids off for a night of fun activities. Please send a snack/dinner and drinks for your child as food will not be provided. Register at cumcchildren.com/register by Monday, January 5.

n 14 | Preschool Fun Day: winter wonderland | 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. For preschool age children | Fellowship Hall | Enjoy a morning of artificial snow, hot chocolate and marshmallows! Register at cumcchildren.com/register by Friday, January 9.

n 17 | Family Service Day | 10:00 a.m. | For K5 - 5th grade | Meet at USA Women’s and Children’s main entrance | Start the new year as a family serving others. We will be delivering donated comic books and sharing the love of Jesus to the children at USA Women’s and Children’s Hospital. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For additional questions, contact Jon Seale at jon@christumcmobile.com.

JAnuAry Activities

“The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever

you did for one of the least of these brothers

and sisters of mine, you did for me.’” Matthew 25:40.

Aren’t you glad Jesus was clear when He said how we

should help and treat one another? The Parable of the

Sheep and the Goats has always been one of my favorite

lessons from the Bible. It is our actions and our lack of

actions to one another that is so important. We have to

remember that we are responsible for helping others, and

as parents, to teach our children. My mother always told

us two things about serving. One of the main reasons we

are here is to help one another, and charity begins in our

own back yard. Join us this year as we teach the children

how to serve others. Every month, we will have a Family

Night and Family Service Day, and we encourage you to

serve! In Christ,

Jon Seale

Elementary Minster

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csports reGistrAtionBASEBALL, T-BALL & SOFTBALLFor boys K4 - 4th grade and girls K4 - 6th grade. Required evaluations are February 2nd & 3rd. Weekday practices will begin in February with Saturday games beginning in March. Registration fee is $75. 678 VOLLEyBALLFor 6th, 7th and 8th grade girls. Required evaluations are Friday, January 23rd. Weekday practices and games begin in February. The season will end in March. Registration fee is $70. Space is limited. 2015 SPRInG yOunG RunnERS CLuBFor K5 - 9th grade. Weekday practices begin in March. There will be two to three Saturday morning and/or Sunday afternoon races during the season. Season is 8-10 weeks. Registration fee is $35.

When you sleep, your heavenly Father watches over you with love. Sleep is God’s gift; to accept that gift is an act of trust. He restores your body and energy through sleep.

One of the hidden triggers to over-eating is lack of rest. When we’re overtired, we often try to boost our energy with caffeine or sugar or carbs, which ultimately leaves us more tired than before.

Trusting God enough to sleep builds your faith. Why does sleep require trust? Because we tend to overload our schedules and think that we don’t have time to get the proper amount of sleep.

Jesus relaxed, and He never felt guilty about it. Even God took a day off after Creation. Who are we to think we’re too busy to get the proper rest?

Matthew 11:28-29 says,

Set your “get healthy” goals for 2015 by using the Daniel Plan resource.Visit the Daniel plan website at danielplan.com.

Visit /cumc.recreationministry to stay up-to-date with the Recreation Ministry.

christ center hours Monday - Friday: 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Saturday: 8:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.For additional recreation information, call 251.706.3326or visit: christumcsports.com

to reGisterVisit christumcsports.com or visit the Recreation Desk to fill out a registration form and pay.

By Rick Warren

God gives reSt to his loved ones.

Psalm 127:2b NLT

come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and i will give you rest. take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for i am gentle and humble in heart,

and you will find rest for your souls.”

God gives reSt to his loved ones.

Psalm 127:2b NLT

1|1— Christ UMC & Recreation Ministry closed

1|15—Basketball practices and games resume

1|23—Volleyball evaluation training for coaches

1|23—Volleyball player evaluations

1|25—Basketball Celebration - 3:00 p.m.

1|30—Volleyball coaches meeting and roster handout

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FORWARD into 2015 ~ with United Methodist WomenWelcoming all women who have a heart for helping others, the circles of the United Method-ist Women at Christ United Methodist Church begin a new year with an ever-increasing passion on behalf of those who need physical and/or spiritual nurturing. In 2014, Christ United Methodist Women contributed over $20,000 for the mission agencies in our Mobile district and even internationally, plus many, many hours of hands-on service to these mission agencies. The focus of these mission agencies is helping all those in need, especially women, children and youth.

If you are a lady in the church and you are not involved with a circle, there is a place for you – and you are wanted and needed! Please take a step FORWARD in 2015 and contact one of the ladies below for more information:

n Crossroads CircleJoyce Sasser, Chair251.633.7380WOM678@aol.comMeets 4th Tuesday/month5:30 p.m. | Christ UMC Parlor

n Esther Circle Ella Dean Ellisor, Chair 251.342.1222edellisor@bellsouth.netMeets 2nd Tuesday/month9:45 a.m. | Christ UMC Parlor

n Lydia CircleJudy Vajgrt, Chair 251.602.5344gjvajgrt@bellsouth.netMeets 2nd Friday/month10:00 a.m. | Christ UMC Parlor

n Mary and Martha Mail Circle Vera Moore, Coordinator251.639.2189vmoore4474@gmail.comMeets 1st of each month online onlywww.mailcircle.com

A neW orGAn for christ umcBy Ralph GudemanThis past summer, we announced the establishment of a fund to replace the Sanctuary organ which has served our congregation well for nearly 35 years. During this span of time, the organ, which was moved from the original Sanctuary, has endured both lightning strikes and power surges which have weakened and compromised nearly all of its electrical components. These events, coupled with the aging process, are causing the organ to both malfunction and fail on an intermittent and increasingly frequent basis. Bob, our organist, has been able to “coax” the organ along, but the time has come to replace it with a new instrument that will serve future generations of worshipers at Christ United Methodist Church with the same reliability and excellence that we have enjoyed for many years. The current organ was built during the era when the 8-track cartridge tape was still popular and cassette tapes were just being introduced. We were typing on electric typewriters and early word processors, and black and white televisions were still being widely sold in stores across America! Since then, technology has changed significantly and digital church organs today replicate authentic pipe organs with outstanding realism and warmth. They support all types of music with great tonal variety and versatility. The organs we are considering will not only support traditional hymnody and choral music, but all genres of contemporary music as well. The sound capabilities will essentially be limitless and designed to grow with the music program over the years. Look for more information in the coming months or contact me at 251.342.0462 ext. 221 or Ralph@christumcmobile.com.

UnitedMethodistWomenFAITH • HOPE • LOVE IN ACTION

mediA volunteer office AssistAnt neededLooking for a place to serve? Consider giving a few hours a week as a volunteer Office Assistant! Flexible schedule and general office skills are helpful. For more information, contact the Media Ministry office at 251.342.0462 ext. 208, or email media@christumcmobile.com

stArt the neW yeAr off riGht byvolunteerinG to help others on sundAysJust 15-25 minutes of your time once per month on a Sunday can make such a difference to a visitor. Our Hospitality ministry is really in need of some volunteers. Stop by our Information Desk on a Sunday and talk with us about volunteering. Please consider serving as: n Guides and GreetersOnce per month on Sundays mornings at the entrances in the Sanctuary area or NewSong area

n Information Desk volunteersOnce per month on Sundays mornings at the FrontDesk in the Christ Center and at the Discover the Joy desk in the Sanctuary area

n Phone volunteersOnce per month at the Front Desk in the Christ Center on Sundays mornings

n Scribe volunteersOnce per month on Tuesday mornings to write welcome letters to our first-time visitors

n Golf Cart Drivers - Once per month on Sundays in between services

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FEBRUARY 21, 2015

OPEN CHARITY

Car Show

Visit christumcmobile.com/carshow to register. Spectator admission is FREE! Plenty of food and entertainment for everyone! Vendors are welcome. There will be an Honor Guard Flag Ceremony.

All proceeds will benefit the ministries of Christ UMC. Contact Ricky Bell at richard.bell65@gmail.com for more details.

with a ministry today!Visit christumcmobile.com/volunteer for current volunteer opportunities.

TuESDAyS6:30 p.m. - Supper/meeting

LOCATIOnHome of Jim & Amy Mitchell

6724 Candlelight Court speakisay@aol.com or 251.767.1325

WHAT IS GAP? It’s a casual Bible study group for unmarried graduates and professional men

and women, ages 23 - 35. The focus is on learning from the Bible, as well as how to grow

in our relationship with God and His people.

Prepare your marriage for a lifetime as you plan for your wedding day. Weekly sessions are

January 13, 20, 27 and February 36:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

To register or for more information:Contact Brenda Davis at 251.422.6210 or

email brendadavis3@gmail.com.

PLAnnInG TO MARRy?

Registration: 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Judging: 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.Awards Ceremony: 3:00 p.m.

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Danny Doss and family in the death of his mother Vergie Doss

Mike Jackson and family in the death of his father Arthur Jackson

Clayton Minhinnette and family in the death of his cousin Jimmy Johnson

Ellen Castleberry and family in the death of her husband Tom Castleberry

The family of John Groves

Tony Snell and family in the death of his mother Gayle Frost

Cassie Daughdrill and family in the death of her mother Charline English

The STephen miniSTry can helpDid you ever want to talk to someone but felt no one really wanted to listen? Stephen Ministers

are trained to listen well. They will listen to you and respond lovingly and non-judgmentally. They are not there to tell you what you should or should not do. If you need

someone who will really listen to you as you work through a problem, you may want to consider a Stephen Minister.

For more information contact Donna Alexander at donna@christumcmobile.com or 251.342.0462, ext. 225 for more information.

For more information, contact Donna Alexander at donna@christumcmobile.com or ext. 225 or visit christumcmobile.com/celebraterecovery.

A Christ-centered 12 step program for life’s hurts, hang-ups and habits. Recovery is a journey you don’t have to travel alone.

Every Thursday6:30 p.m. Building F

Tuesday, January 138:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Across from Recreation Desk

Provided by Susie OllhoftChrist uMC Health Care Ministry

FREE BLOOD PRESSuRE CHECKS

MOnDAy, JAnuARy 126:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M. | PARLOR

Christ UMC Christian Cancer Support meets every 2nd Monday of the month.Please join us for cancer education, faithful testimony, information/referral and prayer.

Contact Teresa Atkins at tratkins1@mchsi.com or 251.653.0364 for more information. For child care, contact Kim Pratt at kim@christumcmobile.com or 251.706.3331.

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SunDAyS8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Coffee & Donuts8:00 a.m. Sanctuary Worship Service Sunday School - All Ages9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Library open9:15 a.m. Sanctuary Worship Service NewSong Worship Service Early Elementary Worship Preschool Sunday School 9:16 Youth Worship Adult Connection College Connection10:20 a.m. Youth Singers 10:40 a.m. Sanctuary Worship Service NewSong Worship Service Adult Sunday School Tween Worship Early Elementary Sunday School11:00 a.m. Youth Ringers 5:00 p.m. Evening Worship Service Youth Worship Youth Choir practice 6:00 p.m. College Group MOnDAy8:00 a.m. Lifegate

TuESDAy9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Library open6:15 p.m. Exaltation Ringers6:30 p.m. GAP (off campus)

wEDnESDAy8:00 a.m. Lifegate9:30 a.m. Mom’s Bible Study5:30 p.m. Youth Re:Fuel6:15 p.m. Stephen Ministry6:30 p.m. Singles Bible Study Youth Bible Study Sanctuary Choir Single Mom’s Class DivorceCare THuRSDAy9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Library open6:30 p.m. Celebrate Recovery

MOnDAy - FRIDAy8:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. Preschool9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Mom’s Day Out

JEFF’S PERCEPTIOnS | 7:40 A.M.wKSJ 94.9 FM | wRKH 96.1 FM | wTKx 101.5 FM

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LOCATIOnThe Music Hallway, Building B.

A convenient drop box is located in the hallway just outside the Library.

HOuRS OF OPERATIOnTuesday 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Sunday 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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LIBRARY

The Lighthouse Library has a new selection of books by your favorite authors. Stop by and check them out!

n The Mystery of the Shemitah by Jonathon Cohn

n Somewhere Safe with Somebody Good by Jan Karon

n The Patmas Deception by Davis Bunn

n The Color of Justice by Ace Collins

n Saving Amelia by Cathy Gohlke

n Bridge to Haven by Francine Rivers

On CD – n In the Heart of the Dark Wood by Billy Coffey

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6:30 p.m. Christian Cancer Support Group

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6:30 p.m. Divorce Care

6:30 p.m. Divorce Care

6:30 p.m. Celebrate Recovery

6:30 p.m. Celebrate Recovery

6:30 p.m. Divorce Care

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6:30 p.m. Celebrate Recovery

4:00 p.m.Starting Point

11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Ransom Cafe

6:00 p.m. Parents’ night Out

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6:30 p.m. Celebrate Recovery

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youth winter Retreat

Children’s winter Retreat

3:00 p.m. Basketball Celebration

MLK Day

6:00 p.m. Elem. Fun night

6:30 p.m. Premarital Classes begin

8:30 a.m. new Sunday Morning Classes begin

11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Ransom Cafe

11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Ransom Cafe

11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Ransom Cafe

RegisteR nOW – clAsses stARt JAnUARy 13 Register for classes by visiting

KindermusikAtchristunited.comCall Trish Dougherty at 251.706.3336 or trish@christumcmobile.com.

January

10:00 a.m. Children’s Family Service Day

10:00 a.m. Preschool Fun Day

678 Volleyball player Evals

8:00 a.m. youth’s Hands & Feet Mission

10:00 a.m. Lydia Circle

Mary Martha Circle at mailcircle.com

6:30 p.m. Singles Bible Study starts

6:30 p.m. Singles Bible Study

6:30 p.m. Singles Bible Study5:30 p.m. Crossroads

Circle

9:45 a.m. Esther Circle

5:30 p.m. Children, youth & Confirmation resumes

5:00 p.m. Focus: All youth worship

Basketball practice/games resume

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February 28, 2015WOMEN’S CONFERENCE

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For more information and to register visit christumcmobile.com/wc2015

Cost: $30 (before January 18) $35 (after January 18)

Kasey Van NormanSpeaker

Heather MessickWorship Leader

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8:00 a.m. n The God we Can Know, Exploring the “I Am”

Sayings of Jesus by Rob Fuqua

A class for ladies only | Room A-206

9:15 a.m. n winter Bible Study – focusing on Worship and

Psalms 95: 1- 7, Daniel, Matthew, Mark, Luke,

John, Ephesians and Hebrews. A class for senior

adults | Room A-209

n Bible Study: Deuteronomy

For all adults | Room E-251

n Real Life Biblical Relationships

New study for single adults | Room C-221

10:40 a.m. n Soul Keeping by John Ortberg

Awaken to the divinely inspired opportunities

God provides as you step out in faith. A class for

singles and/or couples | Room A-207

n Epic of Eden by Sandra Richter – If you are a

do-it-yourselfer or a new Bible student, you will

benefit from this well organized and user friendly

Old Testament study. A class of mostly couples

with some singles | Room A-204

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