Lion’s RoarMagazine

November 2011

A Publication of City of Praise Church

The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Proverbs 28:1

UPDATES | NEWS | HEALTH | LIFESTYLE | FOOD

BOYS TOWNCity of Praise Shows Support

HEALTHY FALL COMFORT FOODQuick Cozy Comfort Snacks

Take the November Bible Trivia Challenge

Find Out Who IsThe October Winner!

CELEBRATION OF LIFERemembering Apostle Betty Peebles

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contentsJANUARY 2011

COVER PHOTOPastor Joel and First Lady Ylawnda pictured with Christian Radio Personality CoCo Brother, his wife Gos-pel Singer Joann Rosario. The Codrey’s joined Pastor and First Lady in prayer over the newly decorated New Members Room.

FEATURES 4 VICTORY IN THE

TOUGHEST TIMES Praising God When the Storm Passes

6 HEALTHY FALL COMFORT FOOD

Delicious and Healthy Alternatives

to Your Favorite Comfort Foods

7 UPCOMING EVENTS

8 BOYS TOWN SUPPORT City of Praise Continues to Show

Support for the Region’s Youth

9 CELEBRATION OF LIFE The Apostle Betty Peebles is

celebrated with a Full Concert

10 BIBLE CHALLENGE Knowledge is Power. Test Your

Knowledge of the Holy Word.

November 2011Contents

{5} The Faces of the City of Praise

{7} Upcoming Events

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PASTOR & FIRST LADYJOEL PEEBLES & YLAWNDA PEEBLES

LION’S ROAR CONTRIBUTORS

PASTOR JOEL PEEBLESFIRST LADY YLAWNDA PEEBLES

DEANA BASSDEE-DEE FRANCIS

DIANE GEORGEPAULETTE SHELTON

WEEKLY WORSHIP SERVICES

SUNDAYS 8:00 A.M. & 11:00 A.M.SUNDAY SCHOOL (AGES 4-11)

INTERCESSORY PRAYER & HOLY COMMUNIONMONDAYS - SATURDAYS @ 6:00 A.M. & 12 NOON

We are

delighted to bring you the November issue of Lion’s Roar. It is our prayer that this magazine becomes a

powerful monthly resource for you and your family. Inthisissue,youwillfindawiderange of topics from healthy comfort foods to City of Praise upcoming events. If there are topics or news items that you would like to see covered, we hope that you will send us an email at coplionsroar@gmail.com. In addition to sending us suggestions, you can also join the Lion’s Roar staff. We need people who are gifted in photography, writing, editing and graphics. Lion’s Roar is also available online by visiting cityofpraisechurch.org/lionsroar.pdf.

About This Issue

VISIT US ONLINECITYOFPRAISECHURCH.COM

CALL (301) 333-0500

PASTOR & FIRST LADY,

Joel & Ylawnda

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I Thessalonians 5:18 – In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus

concerning you.

Victory in the Toughest of Times

One evening after teaching the crowds, Jesus wanted to get

away, so he and the disciples got into a fishing boat and set sail to the other side of the sea. He was tired, so he fell asleep in the boat. Suddenly and without warning a furious storm arose. Now the Sea of Galilee is 680 feet below sea level and is surrounded by hills. Sudden storms can appear over the surrounding mountains with little warning, stirring the water into violent 20 foot waves. The disciples were seasoned fishermen who were experts in handling boats in a storm, but this storm was so violent that they panicked. The water had actually filled the boat and they were in danger of sinking. Jesus, full of faith, slept like a baby. The disciples had seen him heal the sick and cast out devils, yet when He did not appear to immediately come to their rescue they began to doubt Him, doubt His power and doubt His love. They woke Him and said “Master, carest thou not that we perish?”

(Mark 4:38) He rebuked the wind and the sea, and the forces of nature became still. The storm was over. Why were they afraid? He was right there in the boat with them while they were going through the storm. He had never left them, yet all He had to do was speak and the storm was over. Yes they had seen Him perform miracles, but they had to go through this storm so that they could witness first hand that He had power over even the winds and the sea. Many times when we are going through, we don’t see a light at the end of the tunnel. We wonder where God is. We wonder if He even cares. Why doesn’t He DO SOMETHING??!! Sometimes God has to use

those storms to teach us who He really is, even when we think we already know. When we wonder where He is, we still don’t fully realize the extent of His love and His power. Don’t underestimate Him. His power is unlimited, as is His love for us. He will bring us through, but He is training us to know that. No test – no testimony. With every situation that we cannot control, He is teaching us that He can. Life will bring us storms. Even the unbelievers have storms. They are going to happen anyway. But God is training us to know beyond a shadow of a doubt how good it is just to have Jesus in the boat.

by Pastor Joel Peebles

Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, 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. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.

Matt 11:28-30 (NRSV)

Bible Trivia Challenge

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...And It Came to PassTestimonies from Corporate Fasting

While we realize fasting changes the person, we as a corporate body are

thanking God for Victory!

Vindication!Validation!

...And It Came to Past

There was unexplainable excitement and enthusiasm in the air when God instructed Pastor Joel to call the entire City of Praise Family to a 30-Day Daniel Fast, which began on Monday, October 10, 2011 and will conclude on Tuesday, November 8, 2011. While we realize fasting changes the person, we as a corporate body are thanking God for:

Victories, Vindications and Validations. From the onset of the fast, the testimonies have poured in and for that we give honor to our Father and Lord. We are thanking God in advance for your manifestation. For this is the season for “High Expectation. Manifestation,” and our testimony will be “And It Came To Pass.” On Day #5 of the Corporate Fast Anna Marie Butler was patiently waiting for a benefits package from her place of employment for over five years, while taking a stand to claim and remain healed from her light momentary affliction of cancer...”And It Came To Pass!” On Day #11 of the Corporate Fast Malika Jordan had no idea a blessing was lurking just around the corner. Even during the toughest of times, she remained faithful and God rewarded her and her family...”And It Came To Pass!”

Daniel 1: 8 – 10Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the portion of the king’s meat, nor with the wine which he drank: therefore he requested of the prince of the eunuchs that he might not defile himself. Now God had brought Daniel into favour and tender love with the prince of the eunuchs. And the prince of the eunuchs said unto Daniel, I fear my lord the king, who hath appointed your meat and your drink: for why should he see your faces worse liking than the children which are of your sort? then shall ye make me endanger my head to the king.

Matthew 6: 6 – 8But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you. And when you pray, do not keep on babbling like pagans, for they think they will be heard because of their many words. Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him.

Ezra 8:23So we fasted and petitioned our God about this, and he answered our prayer.

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For some of us, one of the most comforting things about the fall is the comfort food that comes

along with it. From warm and sugar rich beverages to decadent desserts, our comfort foods may not be he the healthiest choices in our diets. Rather than reach-ing for your standard quick bites try these quick, easy and healthy alternatives for winter snacks.

Apple Peanut Butter SlicesLevel of Difficulty - Super

Easy. Fridge to Plate Time - 5 minutes

Ingredients: Apple, peanut butter

Direction: Cut apple into thin slices. Spread your favorite pea-nut butter

SERVE!

Shrimp & CousCous SaladLevel of Difficulty - Easy Fridge to Plate Time - 10 min-

utesIngredients1 cup of romaine lettuce, ¼

cup of pecans, ¼ sliced avoca-dos, ¼ cup of sliced red bell pep-pers, ¼ cup of sliced yellow bell peppers, ½ cup of sliced carrots, ½ cup of uncooked couscous

Directions: In medium sauce-pan bring 1 cup of water to a boil Add couscous while stir-ring quickly. Let stand for 4 minutes. In large serving bowl, toss together the romaine lettuce, pecans, avocados, bell peppers carrots. Add shrimp. Sprinkle CousCous over salad. Pour dressing over salad just before serving, and toss to coat.

Smoked Salmon & Tomato Squares

Level of Difficulty - Easy. Fridge to Plate Time - 10 min-utes

Ingredients: smoked salmon, sliced tomatoes, sliced cucumber, avocado slices, wasa crackers

Directions: Place smoked salmon, sliced tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and avocado slices on a wasa cracker.

Note: Wasa crackers can be replaced for low calorie or gluten free crackers. Avocados can be blended, warmed in the micro-wave and served as a warm win-ter spread.

Lion’s Roar would love to share your favorite healthy recipes. Send recipes with pic-tures to coplionsroar@gmail.com

Healthy Comfort Food

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Jericho Center of Hope

The Center of Hope Food Pantry has

been designated the lead in obtaining neces-

sary items to aid in various relief efforts.

You may bring your items to the Center of

Hope. Hours of operation are Tuesdays &

Thursdays from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Ready to Work?

The City of Praise Family is looking for

dedicated Saints to work in the ministry.

Simply complete all of the Solid Foundation

Courses, select from a host of ministries and

get ready to work. Orientation will begin

soon. Join the City of Praise Workers and

help us create a “World of Praise.”

Tithing Made Easy

Did you know you can tithe online?

Simply log onto CityOfPraiseChurch.com

and click on the “Donate” button on the

middle bar.

Download Sermons & College Classes

Online

Log onto CityOfPraiseChurch.com and

click the “Online Store.” Select the desired

sermon and follow the payment prompt.

People of The Word Need You

The People of The Word Ministry

(POW) is seeking adult and youth workers.

If you have completed the Solid Foundation

Courses, this dynamic ministry encompasses

Prayer Partners, Nursing Home Visitation,

Prison and Jericho Christian College

Correspondence Ministries. Contact Elder

Gertie Thomas at (301) 583-0319 for addi-

tional information.

Attention All Brothers

We are assembling 100 men to be a

part of The City of Praise Men’s Choir. If

you have completed the Solid Foundation

Courses and are a brother who wants to sing

for God’s Glory, join us every Thursday

before the 4th Sunday for rehearsal. For

more information contact the church office

at (301) 333-0500.

Join Pastor Joel on the Air

Live at http://www.CityOfPraiseChurch.

com during service time.

P.G. county COMCAST:

Channel 190, Mondays thru Fridays at

10:00 a.m. Channel 190, 1st, 2nd & 4th

Sundays at 1:00 p.m. DCTV: Channel 26,

Thursdays at 10:00 p.m. Coming Soon -

Nationwide Telecast & Syndicated Radio

Shuttle Services

Largo Metro: Depart Station at 8:30

a.m., 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., & 11:00 a.m.

(pickup in the Kiss and Ride Lot).

Jericho Residences pickup 10:45 a.m.

& 11:15 a.m. Buses will return you back

to your pickup point immediately after

services.

Teen & Youth Choirs

Children are encouraged to join the Joys

(ages 4-12). Rehearsals are 1st, 2nd &

3rd Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. Teens, age 13

to young adults age 21, are encouraged to

join the Young Adult Choir. Rehearsals are

Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m.

Christening Sunday 13, 2011

Sign up in the Glory Hall after 8:00 a.m.

Service. Christening will be immediately

following 11:00 a.m. Service in the Chapel.

For more information contact the church

office at (301) 333-0500.

Water Baptism - November 27, 2011

Contact Deacon Diane George – 240-375-

3953

Deaf Ministry Praise & Worship

Service

Calling all saints! Join us on November

11, 2011 at 7:00 pm, for an amazing night

of Theatrical Signing, Worship and Praise.

If you have never been a part of such a cel-

ebration of worship to God, you have cer-

tainly missed something truly fantastic. To

the entire City of Praise Family, Pastor Joel

and First Lady Ylawnda are looking forward

to sharing this time with you.

Youth Highlight

Congratulations to Joel Peebles, Jr,

Charles Henry and William Jackson for par-

ticipating in the Kappa College Tour.

Birthdays

Crystal Combs-Cook

Yolanda Peebles-James

Denise Moore

Chimere Ravenel

Wedding Anniversaries

Robert & Diane George - 32 years

Touch a Life...Save a Life

This is a unique call for a special type

of healing. We have a dear family member

at the City of Praise, who is in need of a

kidney. If you feel led to be a part of this

special healing process, please forward your

name and contact number to coplionsroar@

gmail.com. You kindness will save and

bless her life.

Newborn News

Charles & Bonnie Nichols had a hand-

some anointed Baby Boy

Name: Charles Bradon Montgomery

Nichols

Date of birth: 10/3/11

Weigh-in: 8lbs 9oz

City of Praise Events and Updates

City of Praise Events and Updates

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Boys Town SupportCity of Praise Church

recently presented a dona-tion of financial support to Boys Town, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing life enrichment services to some of the area’s most disadvantaged youth.

First Lady Ylawnda Peebles presented a gift to Jeff Patterson, Executive Director of Boys Town. “We have been working with Boys Town for some time now. Our church fam-ily has been deeply blessed as we have mentored some of the young men in the

program. We’ve also helped with landscaping to provide a beautiful environment,” said First Lady Ylawnda Peebles. “With this finan-cial gift, we wanted to show even more support to help advance their mission.”

Boys Town is a non-profit that has served the Washington, DC community since 1993. Services are offered to place children of all ages in safe homes. The organization also offers parenting classes that help improve child-rearing skills. The Boys Town services and programs touch the

lives of 6,200 children and families in the District of Columbia each year.

“Our mission is to be an encouragement to the young men and this wonderful staff,” said Pastor Joel R. Peebles. “We have part-nered with Boys Town on a number of levels from liter-ally rolling up our sleeves and doing yard work to pro-viding love and encourage-ment. We believe that this is a full partnership and the true nature of spirituality.”

by Lion’s Roar Staff

Boys Town Support

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Give ThanksNovember is a time when our nation collectively pauses to give THANKS.

When was the last time, you took time out to deliberately take stock of your many blessings. Use the space below to write out Good God has been to you and yours.

WE KNOW THAT YOU’LL RUN OUT OF SPACE...BECAUSE OUR GOD IS JUST THAT GOOD

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In the mid 1960’s, Dr. Peebles and her husband the late Bishop James R. Peebles founded what would become City of Praise Church, one of the largest churches in the Washington, D.C. metro area. In the forty-plus years since the church’s founding, it remains dedicated to teaching and preaching the gospel and being a positive resource in the community.

A musical concert was an outstanding way to celebrate Dr. Peebles’ life and legacy. In addition to being a well-respected preacher of the gospel, Dr. Peebles was respected the world over as a minister of music.

“This is a season to both reflect on the tremendous work accomplished by my Mother as well as celebrate the dynamic

work she’s left for us to do,” said Joel R. Peebles, Senior Pastor of City of Praise Church. “While she is receiving her reward with Christ, we can still feel her anointing and relish in the truth that her love and compassion is still warming our souls today. I was honored to share this worship experience. The Glory of God was present in the place.”

INSPIRATIONAL SCRIPTUREWe love Him because He first loved us. -1 John 4:9-10

And Jesus said unto them ... , “If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to younder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible to you. - Romans 1:17

There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear ... - 1 John 4:18

Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.- Deuteronomy 31:6

Then you will have success if you are careful to observe the decrees and laws that the LORD gave Moses for Israel. Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or discouraged.

-1 Chronicles 22:13

Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong. -1 Corinthians 16:13

But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. Do not fear what they fear ; do not be frightened. Take Courage.

1 Peter 3:14

Celebration of LifeApostle Betty Peebles’ Life and Legacy Remembered at a Full Concert

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Celebration of Life

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Bible Trivia Challenge1. When Jesus was crucified, the Jews had been celebrating what feast?A) Feast of AtonementB) Feast of Passover C) Feast of Tabernacles D) Feast of Israel

2. After the flood, what was the sign of the covenant that God made with Noah and his descendants? A) Dry LandB) A Dove C) Fire D) Rainbow

3. When Jesus performed the miracle of feeding the multitude, what 2 foods did he use? A) Bread and wine B) Loaves and Fish C) Unleavend Bread D) Couscous and Shrimp

4. In what biblical chapter is it prophesied that the Messiah would be “a man of sor-rows”? A) Psalm 22 B) Genesis 3 C) Isaiah 52 D) Habakkuk 2 E) Isaiah 53 F) Micah 5

5. Who among the following did not visit Job during his turmoil A) Eliphaz B) Barachel C) Zophar D) Job’s wife E) Bildad F) Elihu

6.Whose son was the prophet Joel reported as being? A) Ezekiel B) Peniel C) Pethuel D) Barachel

The first person to email the correct answers to coplionsroar@gmail.com will be fea-tured in next months’ issue of Lion’s Roar and treated to lunch with Pastor Joel and First Lady Ylawnda A limousine will be your chariot.

Bible Trivia Challenge

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Contributors

Answers to October Bible Trivia1. B

2. C

3. A

4. A

5. B

6. C

Photo of the MonthYoung Fan gets excited at the Old School vs. New School Basketball Game. Stay tuned for the rematch.

CONGRATULATIONSOctober Bible Trivia Challenge Winner

Brenda Woods-Green

...Answers to October Bible Trivia