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SatSaturdayFebFebruary4th2012
Child care givers needed
We are still in need of 2 college students to help out with childcare for the women's Bible study on Wednesday mornings, from 9:30-11. The study runs Feb. 8 to April 18, with the week of Spring Break off. Helping out each week would be preferred, but even part-time would be useful. This is a paid position. Please contact Melissa Campbell as soon as possible if interested (phone: 319-290-5902; e-mail;
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FriFridayFebFebruary3rd2012
Update on Jenna Hewitt
We just got home from an appt with Jenna's neurologist, Dr. Goel. She says it is probable that Jenna has MS. This is based on the fact that if it were post viral the MRI would show more lesions and her symptoms would not respond so well to the IV meds she received over the past week. Jenna will have an MRI done of her spine next Wednesday morning and will have a spinal tap next Friday the 10th. The spinal fluid will be sent to Mayo and we will receive the results the following week.
We are all doing fine. We have always expected it to be MS but have hoped it was post viral and it still could be, but probably isn't. Its OK. We keep remembering that God has "assigned us our portion and our cup". Its what we have been given to deal with, by His power and His grace.
Janice Hewitt
FriFridayJanJanuary27th2012
Please pray for the Hewitt family
Earlier this week, Jenna came to us and said in class on Monday her face felt like it was drooping and her speech was abnormal as well as her hand being shaky.
Tuesday and Wednesday she felt she was stuttering a bit and didn't have proper hand/eye coordination. She also had difficulty holding her pen and writing her name. Bob and I also noticed her speech was a bit sluggish?
We took her to Covenant on Wednesday and they did a CATscan followed by an MRI on Thursday. The doctor's office called this morning and asked us to come in to meet the doctor to get the results.
We learned that Jenna has 2 lesions on her brain. His first thought is that it is juvenile multiple sclerosis,although this is very unusual. Best case scenario is that is post viral meaning the lesions could be a result from bad cold she had recently. That would mean these symptoms are temporary.
Right now, Jenna is getting the first of 5 IV treatments of solumedrol to kill the inflammation. She will have further test next week to confirm the diagnosis.
We were so thankful to learn it wasn't a brain tumor or cancer or something of that nature. We realize MS is not the best news ever, we consider it a blessing and are praising our merciful God!
Please pray for us as we go throughg this trial, not only for healing but that we will accept this situation we have been placed in and that we will be changed by it, for His glory.
2 Cor 12:9-10
9 But he said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ's power may rest on me. 10 That is why, for Christ's sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.
Bob & Janice Hewitt
TueTuesdayJanJanuary24th2012
Firm Foundation Teaching Series
We are missing books 3,4, and 5 of the Firm Foundation Children's Series. We've used these for Awana and are in need of them. If you have these books, could you please return them to Greg Christensen as soon as possible.
Thank you.
MonMondayJanJanuary23rd2012
Peg Watson out of surgery
The surgery was successful and she is in recovery with a good prognosis. She will be in the hospital 3-5 days and Steve has requested no visitors for a while and to call him first. Praise God for his goodness.
WedWednesdayJanJanuary18th2012
Prayer requested
From Roger Holeman:
Dear Church family,
Roland Shelton, former interim Pastor at Walnut Ridge in the year 1975, would appreciate your prayers for himself and his family concerning his terminal illness, decision on continuing treatment, and the Lord's will in his home going.
Their recent 50th wedding anniversary was a blessing with all three boys and their families able to attend even though the party had to be moved to the hospital. Roland is at home now, and his wife Betty is in an assisted living home.
Both sons, Stan and Tony, are back on the foreign mission field.
The Shelton's spent 16 years as missionaries in Austria, and pastored several churches in Iowa. May God continue to bless them as they are faithfully praising God for His goodness.
ThuThursdayJanJanuary12th2012
January 12, 2012
Dear friends at Cedar Heights
I am still enjoying my beautiful Poinsettia plant!! It is as lovely as ever, and could last till summer!! I also enjoyed Brian and Tami's visit
Thank you so much!! Helen Logan
ThuThursdayJanJanuary12th2012
Washer and Dryer
Is anyone in need of a washer and dryer. Ron Wood has one at the right price. Contact Ron Wood.
WedWednesdayJanJanuary11th2012
Prayer Request
My brother in law John will be having his gall bladder removed this week. Please be in prayer for his surgery and recovery.
Thanks,
Griffin Reid
WedWednesdayJanJanuary11th2012
Thank you
Thank you so much for the beautiful poinsettia plant and for all of your prayers and cards. It was so encouraging to me.
Berdene Bartels
Thank you for the beautiful floral arrangement you sent as a memorial for Toni. We appreciate your prayers, love and support as we miss her already. The family Toni had a Cedar Heights was made obvious in her passing. We are grateful for the love and support that was shown in her life and in her passing.
The Danielsen Family
Thank you for the beautiful poinsettia plant and card that you sent to me. Thank you to TD Tully and the Youth Group Carolers for the singing of the beautiful Christmas Hymns and for the figurine and card.
Rosalyn Juhl
FriFridayJanJanuary6th2012
Reminder of Men's Breakfast
Men of CHBC,
Tomorrow morning at 8am is Men's Breakfast! Pam will be cooking yet another amazing breakfast and Pastor Dann will be sharing on Priorities for Men in 2012. Start the year on the right priority and come and be blessed.
FriFridayJanJanuary6th2012
Reminder of Men's Breakfast
Men of CHBC,
Tomorrow morning at 8am is Men's Breakfast! Pam will be cooking yet another amazing breakfast and Pastor Dann will be sharing on Priorities for Men in 2012. Start the year on the right priority and come and be blessed.
ThuThursdayJanJanuary5th2012
Reminder No Sunday School Jan 8th
This is just to remind you that there is no Sunday School January 8th.
Sunday School and the 8am Worship Service will resume on January 15th.
SunSundayJanJanuary1st2012
Additional Information on the Toni Danielsen Funeral
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 SERVICE: 10:30 a.m. Monday, January 2, 2012, at Cedar Heights Baptist Church
VISITATION: 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Sunday at Dahl-Van Hove-Schoof Funeral Home & Cremation Service, and for one hour prior to service time at the church on Monday
MEMORIALS: A memorial fund will be established
Marie “Toni” Danielsen, 73, of Cedar Falls, died Friday, December 30, 2011, at Cedar Valley Hospice Home in Waterloo. Toni was born December 31, 1937 in Waterloo, the daughter of Cecil & Leona (Spencer) Jacobsen. She married Melvin T. Danielsen July 25, 1959 in Cedar Falls. He preceded her in death May 12, 1987. Toni was employed at John Deere, Valley Park Elementary School, Freeman’s Café, and Personalized Name Plate.
Survivors include her son, Kendil (Carlene) Danielsen, of Cedar Falls; her daughter, Jodi Danielsen, of Readlyn, Iowa; four grandchildren, Shana (Jeremy) Harder, Sherese Danielsen, Shantel Danielsen and Sommer Danielsen; and one great grandson, Henry Perkins Harder.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband; her brother, Dennis Jacobsen; and her sister, Carol Blackford.
Services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, January 2, 2012, at Cedar Heights Baptist Church with private burial at Garden of Memories Cemetery in Waterloo. Visitation will be from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Sunday at Dahl-Van Hove-Schoof Funeral Home & Cremation Service, and for one hour prior to service time at the church on Monday. A memorial fund will be established.
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SatSaturdayDecDecember31st2011
Funeral Arrangements - Toni Danielsen
The viewing will be at 9:30am-10:30am Monday morning, January 2. The funeral will follow at 10:30am Monday morning, January 2. Luncheon to follow. No graveside ceremony.
FriFridayDecDecember30th2011
Prayer for the Danielsen Family
Toni Danielsen just passed away today. Please be in prayer for her family, Kendil, Carlene and Jodi and all the grandchildren. The information on the funeral will posted once we know all the details.
Thank you.
ThuThursdayDecDecember29th2011
Pray for Toni Danielsen & Family
Toni has been moved to the Hospice on Kimball. Please be in prayer for her and the whole family that they would have the peace of God. Pray for Kendil, Carlene & Jody as they spend this time with their mother.
WedWednesdayDecDecember28th2011
Encouragement to Toni Danielsen
Toni Danielsen's birthday is December 31 and it has been asked of the church to send out this Lifeline asking to have a birthday card shower for her. Encourage Toni with a flood of birthday cards and let her know you are thinking of her.
MonMondayDecDecember26th2011
Thank you to the church
Dear church family,
We would just like to express our sincerest appreciation to the church for the beautiful poinsettia and memorial gift upon the passing away of Ronda's Mom, Nancy. Also, the numerous cards and expressions of sympathy for Ronda have once again proven that the love of the body of Christ makes a difference.
Thank you,
Mike and Ronda Froehle
MonMondayDecDecember26th2011
Update on Lyle Taylor
Lyle is in Covenant's ICU and doing much better after dialysis, potassium levels are lower and kidneys are working. He is in stable condition and resting comfortably. Pray for Lyle, Marge and the family
SunSundayDecDecember25th2011
Prayer for Lyle Taylor
Please be in prayer for Lyle Taylor and family. He is in Covenant Hospital, on dialysis and is not doing well.
SatSaturdayDecDecember24th2011
Please be in Prayer
Konni Cantrall's cousin's husband just passed away in a car crash last night. She's only 28 years old and has a 5 month old daughter. Her name is Minny.
ThuThursdayDecDecember22nd2011
More Appreciations
Thank you so much for the generous Christmas gift and all the encouraging cards and words. It is such a joy working in the office and serving each one of you! It is my greatest delight to serve you and see things run smoothly for our Pastors. Thank you again and Merry Christmas!
Michele Green
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I want to thank the church for the lovely Poinsettia plant. It brightens up my table! I also thank everyone for the loving care and concern they have for me, I appreciate it and so do my kids. I continue to pray for our church and the love and unity we have.
Kate LaPole
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Thank you so much for your generosity in the Christmas gift. I enjoy serving at the church and try my best to make it clean and sparkling.
With a grateful heart,
Kathy Matthias
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Thank you for your generous gift. And thank you for the opportunity to serve the Lord and all of you in this way.
Gayle Brietske
ThuThursdayDecDecember22nd2011
Host Homes Needed for CIEP
The CIEP is supposed to receive an influx of students in January. Many of them will be from China. We are excited about it and preparing to meet their needs. We will need more host families when this time comes. Please let me know if you are interested or know of someone who might be interested in building a friendship with a foreign student.
My contact information is:
Sally Roos
Activities Coordinator
Culture and Intensive English Program
University of Northern Iowa
56 Baker Hall
Cedar Falls, IA 50614
319-273-3410 Office
319-273-3333 Fax
sally.roos@uni.edu
ciepactivities@uni.edu
www.uni.edu/ciep
WedWednesdayDecDecember21st2011
Prayer for Ron & Phyllis Wood's son Wayne
Please be in prayer for Wayne Wood, Ron & Phyllis Wood’s son, who is experiencing severe heart problems, blood pressure was 300/100 when he was taken to the hospital. Pray for the family and for wisdom as the Doctors attempt to treat it with medication and possible surgery.
TueTuesdayDecDecember20th2011
Nell Wilson - Thank you
To my CHBC Family,
I cannot find the words to tell you how very much our family appreciated your expressions of loving concern during Nixon's last weeks and his death. The prayer support, the gifts of food, flowers, notes, visits and caring of our pastors. Our hearts were made joyful in the Lord through all your many expressions.
In His Love,
Nell and Family
MonMondayDecDecember19th2011
Thank you's
Thank you for the gorgeious red poinsettia, and the Christmas card. Also, thanks to Amanda and Joe Fisher for making the delivery. May everyone have a blessed Christmas, and a happy New Year.
Coyla McCann
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Thank you so much for the Christmas bonus. It is much appreciated. I have enjoyed serving God through serving you.
Michelle Manion
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MonMondayDecDecember19th2011
Funeral services for Ronda Froehle's Mom, Mrs. Nancy Stanislav
Funeral services for Mrs. Nancy Stanislav, 75, of Spencer, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2011, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Spencer. Rev. William Schreiber will officiate the service.
Visitation will begin at 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 19, with the family present from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Warner Funeral Home in Spencer. A Catholic Vigil Service will be held at 5 p.m. Monday.
A private family burial will take place prior to the funeral services at the church.
Mrs. Stanislav passed away Friday, Dec. 16, 2011, at St. Luke Lutheran Home in Spencer.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in her name by the family.
Warner Funeral Home of Spencer is in charge of arrangements.
MonMondayDecDecember19th2011
With Deepest Appreciation...
Dear Cedar Heights Baptist Church Family,
On behalf of the CHBC staff, we would like to say thank you to our church family for their gracious Christmas gifts. Thank you for making our ministry a joy. It has been a privilege to serve you again this past year.
We wish all of you a Merry Christmas!
With deepest appreciation from...
The Wilkenings, The Greens, Kerry Thatcher, Michelle Manion, Gayle Brietske, and Kathy Matthias
SunSundayDecDecember18th2011
With Deepest Appreciation...
Dear Cedar Heights Baptist Church Family,
On behalf of the CHBC staff, we would like to say thank you to our church family for their gracious Christmas gifts. Thank you for making our ministry a joy. It has been a privilege to serve you again this past year.
We wish all of you a Merry Christmas!
With deepest appreciation from...
The Wilkenings, The Greens, Kerry Thatcher, Michelle Manion, Gayle Brietske, and Kathy Matthias
FriFridayDecDecember16th2011
Prayer Request - Ronda Froehle
Ronda's Mom passed away last night.
> We are traveling to Spencer this afternoon. Ronda will probably stay there through the funeral sometime early next week.
> Please pray for everyone's travels, especially Ronda's sister, Ronette, who will be traveling from Kentucky.
> Also, please pray for our interaction with Ronda's family, especially her Dad, Larry.
> Thank you,
> Mike
FriFridayDecDecember16th2011
Prayer Request - Ronda Froehle's Mom Passed Away
Ronda's Mom passed away last night.
> We are traveling to Spencer this afternoon. Ronda will probably stay there through the funeral sometime early next week.
> Please pray for everyone's travels, especially Ronda's sister, Ronette, who will be traveling from Kentucky.
> Also, please pray for our interaction with Ronda's family, especially her Dad, Larry.
> Thank you,
> Mike
FriFridayDecDecember16th2011
Pray Request - Griffin Reid's Mom
Please pray for my mom's arm. She had a fall and broke both bones in her left arm and crushed her elbow. She is in a lot of pain and is going to need some surgery to fix her elbow. Her name is Camilla Reid.
Thanks!
Griffin Reid
ThuThursdayDecDecember15th2011
Thank You's
Evandro & Elina
Please express our sincere and humble gratitude to Cedar Heights Baptist Church Family for their generous gift of $1000.00, toward our power point projector and sound system repair. We can only say: "Muito Obrigado", Thank You Very Much, and we can tell the Lord how grateful we are in Portuguese. Dan, you know how grateful we are for your loving concerns for us.
Becky Linn
Thank you for your gracious gift of money from the Thanksgiving Offering. What an answer to prayer! We are in the process of writing a new VBS curriculum and by faith are trusting that the Lord will provide all the financial needs for developing and illustrating the materials and recording the new songs. Thank you for partnering with us in reaching children for Jesus Christ!
Cheryl Smith
Thank you for my card and beautiful plant. God bless everyone this year.
Justene Bunting
How privileged I am to have such a God-centered loving church family! Thank you so much for the beautiful red poinsettia. May everyone have a joyous Christmas while recognizing the true meaning of the season.
WedWednesdayDecDecember14th2011
Thankfulness from the Bolthouses
We just wanted to take a minute to Thank You for being such a blessing to our family as we grieve through our lass this past week. While God's plan may be hard to understand, we know that His plan is the best plan. Thank you for your continued prayers, thoughts, cares and concerns.
Andrew, Nicole & Chloe Bolthouse
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We are asking prayer for a friend of my family in rural Oklahoma. His name is Brad; he has developed a blood clot in a vessel at the base of his brain. Due to timing of care issues, they cannot give clot dissolving products. He is a Christian and a father of 5-6 children, with 4 of them still at home.
Thank you,
Heather Burgett
ThuThursdayDecDecember8th2011
Memorial Service for Nixon Wilson
Dr. Nixon A. Wilson
BORN: May 20, 1930
DIED: December 7, 2011
LOCATION: Cedar Falls, IA
Memorial services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday at Cedar Heights Baptist Church in Cedar Falls with burial at a later date in Clear Creek Cemetery, Richmond, IN. There will be no public visitation.
Memorials may be directed to the church or Cedar Valley Hospice.
WedWednesdayDecDecember7th2011
Prayer for Nicole & Andrew Bolthouse
Please be in prayer for Nicole and Andrew as they have just gone through the loss of their pregnancy today. They have requested that you not call or visit at this time while they are grieving.
MonMondayDecDecember5th2011
Christmas Decorator needed
We are in need for someone to put up our Christmas decorations. There are many who are willing to help you so if you have a decorative eye and want to serve in this fashion, please contact the church office at 277-3889 or office@cedarheightsbaptist.com
FriFridayDecDecember2nd2011
men's breakfast reminder
Men's Breakfast Reminder:
This Saturday is the Men's Breakfast with special speaker Jason Falck. Jason has been serving with CRU (Campus Crusade for Christ) for several years in the United States and France. You won't want to miss the opportunity to meet him and hear what God is up to in France. The Breakfast is from 8:00-9:00 a.m.
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WedWednesdayNovNovember30th2011
November 30, 2011
Dann and Michele Green made it home safe and sound.
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Update from Jenny Miller
Dear Church Family,
I just thought I'd update you on my progress. I went up to Mayo on November 23 to see a specialist regarding my continuing pain in my knees & issues with not healing as I should. After getting new x-rays, we saw that the fractures in my tibias are only partially healed....and that of course means they are still broken. The doctor told me that if I'm having any pain, I am delaying healing & risking re-injuring what has healed. This means that I need to stop doing many of the things I had been trying to do & rest, rest, rest! (Apparently I've been trying to do too much.) The doctor said it will be months before I am up on my feet again, so I continue to use a wheelchair & crutches all the time. Although this is not what I wanted to hear, at least we know now what is currently going on. Please continue to pray for me & my family.
Also a quick update on my father, Don Champeon: My dad was in the hospital for 10 days with a staph infection in his hand. After a month of IV antibiotics, he is doing much, much better! Thank you for your prayers for him.
Again thank you to all who are praying for us. We know God is good & provides what we need for each day!
Jenny Miller
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TueTuesdayNovNovember29th2011
November 29, 2011
Ross Christensen Funeral (Greg's dad)
Memorial Service will be Saturday, December 3 at 11:00 a.m. at Nazareth Evangelical Lutheran Church in the worship center.
7401 University Avenue
Cedar Falls, Iowa 50613
319-266-7589
The doors will open an hour before and an hour after for those who wish to talk with the family.
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Baby News
Clint & Tiffany Murty are proud to announce the birth of their son, Levi Thomas Murty. He was born on Thanksgiving Day and measures 7 lbs and 21in. Mom and baby are doing great.
If you would like to provide a meal for the Murtys or offer to watch Rachael so Tiffany can nap, contact the church office.
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Packing Help Needed
Cheryl Smith is moving to another apartment in her complex this Thursday, December 1. She is in need of volunteers to help her pack boxes for her move. They would like to begin at 9:00 a.m. Cheryl lives at 1650 Camelot Drive #216 (behind/beside the Target in Waterloo). If you are able to help - even for a little while - please contact the church office or Cheryl at 234-2462.
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MonMondayNovNovember28th2011
November 28, 2011
Angel Tree
We still have 21 angels on our Angel Tree! A ministry of Prison Fellowship, Angel Tree reaches out to the children and family members of those in prison. At the delivery of these gifts, members of our church share the hope of Jesus with the family and leave gospel material appropriate to the age of the child.
Let's take hold of this opportunity to share and invest in the life of one of these families in our area.
Gifts are due back at the church Monday, December 12.
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Jordan Holm
Jordan Holm will be speaking to us for a combined Sunday School this coming Sunday, Dec. 4. Jordan was a student at UNI nine years ago, and attended CHBC. Because he was falsely accused of a crime, he spent seven years in prison. He is currently ranked number one as a Greco-Roman wrestler for the US World Team. He will be flying in from Belarus this week and coming to spend a Sunday morning with us. He has a phenomenal Joseph-like testimony ... and in God's providence we will be speaking on Genesis 39 this Sunday, where Joseph is falsely accused of rape. If you were wanting an opportunity to invite someone to church to allow them to hear a clear presentation of the gospel, then you will not want to miss the 9:30 am Sunday School hour.
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Men's Breakfast
This Saturday is our Men's Breakfast. Jason Falck, a missionary with CRU (Campus Crusade for Christ) will be our special speaker. If you haven't already signed up, contact the church office by Thursday so we have an accurate count for Saturday.
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Ballots for Deacons will be passed out this Sunday.
Please be in prayer between now and Sunday about who should begin serving the church on the deacon board in 2012.
SunSundayNovNovember27th2011
Pray for the Christensen family
Please pray for Greg and Dani Christensen and their family. Greg's father (Ross Christensen) passed away this morning.
More information will be sent regarding visitation/funeral, but as of now, it's not known.
TueTuesdayNovNovember22nd2011
November 22, 2011
Costume Helpers
Megan Troyer is looking for volunteers to do some simple costume sewing for the Children's Christmas program. Please contact her at 785-543-1885 or
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Driver Needed
Jennifer Reedy, a friend of Cheryl Smith, is wanting to come to church, but is unable to drive. She lives in Evansdale. If interested, please contact Cheryl Smith at 234-2462.
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New Church Photo Directory
It's time for a new church directory. During December, pictures will continue to be taken in the Fellowship Hall before and after each morning service as well as before evening sermon discussions. Please verify your family's information as well as sign up for your photo at the Welcome Center Desk.
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Thanksgiving Times
The church office will be closed Wednesday - Friday for Thanksgiving.
Remember there is no 8:00 service this Sunday - only Sunday school and the 10:30 service.
ThuThursdayNovNovember17th2011
Update from the Greens in Italy
Below is the letter we received today from Dann and Michele Green:
Just checking in to let you know that Michele and I are with the Jones in Milan. Other than the truck that ran into the back of our car on the way to the airport we had a safe and uneventful trip. We were just glad we were safe and the car was not damaged more than it was.
The weather in Milan is cold and it is foggy all the time. So we are really not getting to see much at all. We have been going with Keith and Debby to all their Bible Studies and English Classes. Its been great to see their family again but also the new church center where the Veritas Church meets.
Last night we had a interesting English Class. Keith invited the class to come and hear and participate in a discussion on what Evangelicals and Catholics believe. We had seven subjects - Biblical authority, Salvation, Mary, Saints, Death & Purgatory, Church & Priests, Church practices. Keith set it up that I would speak regarding the Evangelical view and he would present the Catholic view (with the Catholics in the audience correcting him if they thought he didn't present their view correctly). Debby interpreted for each of us as some didn't know English that well. We started at 7:00 pm and didn't get done till after 10:00 pm. It was quite an amazing and I might add passionate discussion time. There were about 20 people there - with most being Catholic. It is amazing how steeped the Catholics are in their tradition and how the tradition of the catholic church blinds them to Biblical truth and real grace. Today Keith and I worked on some fix up projects on the church facility.
Any way - I thought I'd let you know that Keith and Debby are doing a great job and it was a privilege to be a small part of their ministry for a night.
Keep us in prayer - there is alot of flu going around. I hope we don't catch it here.
On Saturday we will be flying back to Lisbon and I'll be preaching for Evandro on Sunday. Thank the church for supporting us in their prayers. Its been great to see a part of God's work in Italy.
Dann
ThuThursdayNovNovember3rd2011
Shari Andersen
Please be in prayer for Shari Andersen who is in Covenant Hospital, experiencing heart pain and a possible angioplasty.
MonMondayOctOctober31st2011
A few reminders
Men's Breakfast with Ishak Ahmed 8-9am this Saturday. Contact the church office to sign up.
Turn clocks back (Fall back) this Saturday evening.
Combined SS - Jamaica Missions report this Sunday.
SatSaturdayOctOctober29th2011
Urgent Request 10-29-11
Peg Watson now has fluid on her lungs and they are in need of someone to help provide housing for Ishak Ahmed for a night or two. Please contact the church office or Michele Green as soon as possible.
FriFridayOctOctober28th2011
October 28, 2011
Pray for Ron Harpster who is at Sartori suffering with hallucinations.
Praise the Lord for the healing of Peg Watson and the perforation in her colon.
Pastor Dann and Josh have been having valuable times of ministry in Jamaica. Yesterday, they did more painting, ministry at a school of 200 children, visited a special needs school of 80 children/adults with severe special needs, and more visits with local pastors and discipleship.
TueTuesdayOctOctober25th2011
Update on Jamaica Trip 10-25-11
Pastor Dann called and reported all is going very well in Jamaica. They are busy from the morning till night. They have been having wonderful opportunities, painting, discipleship training, visiting the schools, and meeting with pastors in the area. Continue to pray for strength and health as well as continued opportunities as they minister to the churches and people there.
MonMondayOctOctober24th2011
October 24, 2011
Please be in prayer for Peg Watson who is in Waverly Hospital with Diverticulitis. She is recovering so no visitors as she is tired. She gives praise and thanks to God for her healing.
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The Awana Fun Fair is in need of the following:
bags of candy, individually wrapped cup cakes, pop
Please mark your items and bring them to the church kitchen as soon as possible. The Fun Fair is this Wednesday.
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ThuThursdayOctOctober20th2011
Men's Breakfast November 5
Sign up for Men's Breakfast - Nov. 5th - Dr. Ishak Ahmed will be our guest Speaker - President of Northeast India Baptist Bible College. Sign up sheets will be in the Sunday School classes, or email the church office office@cedarheightsbaptist.com, or call the church office 277-3889.
MonMondayOctOctober17th2011
Items needed for Awana Fun Fare
The Fun Fair is in need of cupcakes decorated and individually wrapped.
Individually wrapped candy.
Pop in cans or liters.
Please drop items off to the church kitchen marked Fun Fare no later than October 24th.
Thank you.
FriFridayOctOctober14th2011
Names for Primary Ballot for Deacons
If you do not wish your name to remain on the primary ballot, please email the office (office@cedarheightsbaptist.com) or call 277-3889 to have your name removed. The removal process will be for one week only.
ThuThursdayOctOctober13th2011
October 13, 2011
The Chimes – a new musical inspired by the forgotten Dickens Christmas
story.
Journey back to 19th Century London, and follow the exploits of Trotty
Veck, a poor man with a heart of gold. His encounters with the
politicians, nobility, and riffraff of the city range from hilarious
to heartwarming, with a cast of colorful characters only Dickens could
create. Hounded by headlines that sound strangely like our own,
Trotty’s only fault is that he’s losing hope in the midst of hard
times. Can he be restored to joy in time for Christmas? It’s a
situation that calls for the mysterious and otherworldly exploits
characteristic of any Charles Dickens Christmas!
Come enjoy this uplifting musical comedy filled with the heart of
Christmas and a message so timely it echoes today’s headlines.
Lampost’s latest original musical written and composed by director
Jeff Hanson.
Public shows will be:
Dec 1, 2, 3
Dec 8, 9, 10, 11
Dec 15, 16, 17
Thur/Fri/Sat shows at 7pm
Sunday shows at 2pm
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WedWednesdayOctOctober12th2011
October 12, 2011
Gideons Ministry is looking for more volunteers. There will be a luncheon on Oct. 24 at 6:00 pm at the Clarion. If you are interested contact the church office with your name and number.
WedWednesdayOctOctober5th2011
October 5, 2011
My father, Don Champeon, who many of you know, was supposed to go to Venezuela on Tuesday, October 4. On Saturday his right pinky finger was swollen; within a few hours, his whole right hand was twice the size of his other hand. By Tuesday morning the end of his finger was turning black & the red swelling was extending up his arm. My parents cancelled their trip to Venezuela. Last night my father had surgery. The doctors cleaned out the infection in his hand. He is currently in the hospital in Maine & will be there for the rest of the week. The infection is very bad & the doctors are hoping they will not have to amputate his finger. They also do not want this infection to travel to the rest of his arm & body. Please pray for him.
A quick update on me: I'm still using a wheelchair or crutches all the time. I still am having a lot of pain in both knees on a daily basis. One of my doctors has referred me to the Mayo Clinic as he wants another opinion. In his experience, he said he feels I should be walking at this point without pain. Another of my doctors feels that I'm progressing very, very slowly & should be doing better - basically back to normal - by February 2012. There is also a possibility of seeking another opinion in New York City, depending on what we find out at Mayo.
So it is still one day at a time. God has been blessing us through this trial, but there are days that are very difficult. We appreciate so much all of you who have been praying for me & my family. I also appreciate the cards & visits & meals more than I can say. I miss being at church & youth group on a regular basis. God is providing what we need & teaching me to trust HIm, regardless of my circumstances. And I have a new appreciation for so many things in my life that I previously took for granted. God is good!
Thanks again for your prayers!
Jenny Miller
TueTuesdayOctOctober4th2011
October 4, 2011
The Watson's have discontinued their landline. Please use their celll numbers from this point on.
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Cedar Saints have a luncheon planned for October 14th at 11:30am at the church. Shari Anderson will be giving a talk. Gary's Catering will be serving Hot Beef Sandwiches with mashed potatoes and gravey, and tapioca pudding. Cost will be $8.50. Please contact Kate LaPole if you plan on attending. Her number is 266-6825.
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Sharon Juhl's grandson, Brandon, broke his leg and tore up his ankle at a football game. Surgery will be on Thursday. He will be out of sports for the rest of the year. Pray for his healing and disappointment.
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MonMondaySepSeptember26th2011
Men's Breakfast October 1
There is a men's breakfast on Saturday, October 1 at 8am till 9am. Please contact the church office 277-3889 or email: office@cedarheightsbaptist.com if you plan on attending.
Thank you.
ThuThursdaySepSeptember22nd2011
September 22, 2011
Hi Church Family,
I am going over to the House of Hope the first week of Oct. to present a short talk to the moms there about reading to their children. I am in need of children's books, ages ranging from infants to 14yrs. old. If you have any gently used books that you would like to donate, I would greatly appreciate it. Please put them in my mailbox at the church or in a box near the mailboxes. Thanks.
Blessings
TD
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TueTuesdaySepSeptember20th2011
September 20, 2011
Griffin and Megan Reid's Wedding Open House
at the Christensens'
(945 Lynda Rd. Waterloo)
Thursday, September 22
6:30- 9:00 pm
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We got some good news regarding Adam.
Adam got off his breathing tube late this morning and is sitting up, talking, and laughing. He will probably get out of ICU later today and will be transferred to the mental health section of the hospital for a little while. Thank you so much for your prayers! It means so much to have the support of our church family. If you think of it, please continue to pray for Adam. As I said before, this is not the first time this has happened, and we continue to be burdened with concern for his well-being...it's hard to continue to be hopeful and trust the Lord in this situation.
Thanks again,
Jason & Melissa Campbell
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Last Thursday night, while celebrating his twenty-first birthday with some friends, Mike Schleusher, a friend of Marty and Scarlet Siebel, fell about twenty feet and landed on his head. Mike is in Iowa City with a broken neck and a bleeding brain. Scarlet isn't sure whether Mike is a believer or not. He's been attending Prairie Lakes recently. His family members are not believers. Pray for wisdom for the surgeons and medical team caring for Mike, for comfort for his parents, and that through this heart-ache, they might come to rely on God for their salvation.
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MonMondaySepSeptember19th2011
Please Pray 9-18-2011
Dear church family,
Please pray for Jason Campbell's brother, Adam. We just found out that he is in the hospital after drinking an entire bottle of alcohol and overdosing on some prescription medication. The doctors pumped his stomach but now cannot get his heart rate to slow down. He has struggled with alcoholism and depression for a few years, and he has been hospitalized many times, but this is the first time there has been a medical problem like this that they can't fix. It is 11:30 p.m. on Sunday night, and I just said goodbye to Jason, as he is driving with his mom and sister down to Des Moines (where Adam lives) to be with Adam at the hospital. Please pray for Adam, for his doctors, and for Jason and his family.
Thank you,
Melissa Campbell
FriFridaySepSeptember16th2011
Men's Breakfast Reminder
Don't forget Men's Breakfast this Saturday at 8am. Pastor Kevin will be sharing.
TueTuesdaySepSeptember13th2011
Men's Breakfast reminder to sign up
Attention Cedar Heights Men! The men's breakfast begins this Saturday at 8:00am - 9:00am. Mark your calendars for the first Saturday of each month to meet together as a group of men desiring to live, lead and love as Christ. In order to have adequate amounts of food, please reply that you will be attending to the church office at 277-3889 or email: office@cedarheightsbaptist.com
FriFridaySepSeptember9th2011
Help Needed to Transport
Tina Naami, is in the process of becoming a member here at our church. She is a UNI Teacher and new to the area. She does not own or drive a car and is in need of someone to pick her up and take her home from church. She lives on 3211 Terrace Dr., Apt. 1, Waterloo. This Street is right off of Cedar Heights Dr., heading towards Scenic Dr. and the HyVee on University.
I am hoping to have a few more people on a schedule to help her so if you can only do once a month, that would be wonderful. I will be going to get her until I have a schedule of people, but I cannot do it every time. So if you would consider this ministry and are willing to help out, please contact me at office@cedarheightsbaptist.com or call 277-3889.
Thank you,
Michele Green
ThuThursdaySepSeptember8th2011
September 8, 2011
Mitch and Megan's new address is 909 Alice Street, Bainbridge, GA 39819.
Emails will remain the same.
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WedWednesdaySepSeptember7th2011
September 7, 2011
We just wanted to take a second to email our church family back in Iowa to let you know we are here safe, unpacked mostly, and Mitch is enjoying his new position down here at Grace! We wanted to thank everyone who came to our sending off, those who helped pack and load, and for all the prayers,gifts, and notes of encouragement we received over the last month. We were so blessed to be a part of Cedar Heights Church and are praying God continues to use you to impact the Cedar Valley for his Kingdom. Please continue to pray for Mitch as he fills the role of his new position, for myself that I'm able to get connected quickly and involved here at Grace, and for Kaelyn that she would continue to adjust well and that we would all find a good routine soon. Ya'll keep in touch!
With much Love,
The Hines (Mitch, Megan, & Kaelyn)
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Dear CHBC,
When Carol and I have any reason to think on Cedar Heights, it brings back the warmest and fondest of thoughts! You did that again for us on our 50th Anniversary celebration! Thank you for sending the flowers on the day of the celebration! They were placed on the food table prominently! Carol described them as summer flowers that looked ass thought they had been picked from someone's flower garden. They stayed pretty at our home for days.
It wasn't just flowers, though, so many from Cedar Heights sent cards and kind words of greeting...and the Conrads and Wagners were here.
Of course, it is the Lord who makes all things possible, be we celebrate our 50 years with much gratitude for friends like you who have been such incredible encouragers along the way. We love you. By His Grace, David & Carol Graham
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TueTuesdaySepSeptember6th2011
September 6, 2011
Mitch, Megan, & Kaelyn Hines made it safely to Bainbridge, Georgia on Sunday evening. They will be unpacking the truck Monday morning & getting settled in to their new home. Thanks for your prayers & please continue to lift them up as they adjust to their new home, church, job, & life in Georgia. To God be the glory!
Thanks,
Amanda Fisher
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Marriage Bible Study for all stages of married couples!
Sacred Marriage by Gary Thomas
Starting Wednesday, September 21st from 6:45-8:00 at the Brown House.
Childcare could be provided if necessary.
Teachers: Bob & Janice Hewitt
Please sign up at the Welcome Center.
Book cost is $10 plus donations towards childcare
You must indicate if you have a need for childcare when signing up.
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Sound Operators Needed!
Use your computer skills and a keen ear for music to serve God!
Two new Audio Technicians are needed in the Cedar Heights Sound Room.
Full training is provided. For details contact the church office at 277-3889 or office@cedarheightsbaptist.com
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Sharon Bell has asked for prayer for her niece who is having some heart troubles. Her name is Beth Burgess, age 33.
TueTuesdayAugAugust30th2011
August 30, 2011
Mitch & Megan Hines need help loading a truck for their move to Georgia. If you are available tomorrow, Wednesday, August 31 at 10AM - 4PM, contact Mitch at 319-431-5432
MonMondayAugAugust29th2011
Reminder To Register for discount pricing
Today is the deadline for the discounted rate for the Precept Workshops.
visit: http://store.precept.org/p-1449-cedar-falls-ia-br-september-23-24-2011.aspx
SunSundayAugAugust28th2011
Prayer Request
My Aunt Holly (my Dad's sister) passed away this morning from complications of cancer. She was only 62. This is the fourth immediate family member that my Dad has lost in a year and a half. Aunt Kathy and Grandpa last year and then Gramma over Easter this year and now Holly. She lived in Pennsylvania so Dad doesn't even know if he can make it out for the funeral (due to the hurricane coming up the East coast and his own health issues). Please pray that the Lord would comfort our family during this time.
Thanks,
Tiffany Murty
FriFridayAugAugust26th2011
Prayer request
My daughter Donna, is in Philadelphia on a business trip. She sent me this message this evening.
" I'm in Philly right now. Experienced the earthquake. Leaving (hopefully) early tomorrow a.m., weather permitting. Hurricane to hit on Sunday, so they've ordered mandatory evacuation just across the river in Jersey. 750,000 people supposed to be evacuated by tomorrow. In Philly, they're telling people to fill up on gas, buying water, getting cash from ATMs, and to stay tuned for any evacuation orders. So say a prayer for me to get safely out of here in the morning, and no flight cancelations, delays or bad weather! "
Please pray for no problems with the airline flights, and her safe return to Des Moines. Thanks. Coyla McCann
ThuThursdayAugAugust25th2011
8th Update Aaron O'Leary
We are so happy to report that tonight at 8:30 (a 24 hour test will be done then) Aaron will be discharged and allowed to go home! So many have asked what we found out, so here is the story: (buckle up, as Aaron would say!)
Aaron had been to physical therapy for some adjustments to his back and torso due to misalignment (possible growth spurt?) and his back was tense that night. The next day he wanted to run the time trials for cross country and thought his back would be OK. At the second mile, his back started to spasm. He chose to keep running and the spasms spread into his chest/torso making it very, very hard to breathe. He felt like his chest was paralyzed. At this point he collapsed and an ambulance was called. When he arrived at the emergency room, his attempts and struggle to breathe looked to the ER doctor like a seizure so he gave him medicine to stop a seizure. He would eventually pass out from not breathing and they thought the medicine had worked. When he came to, he looked like he was having another seizure, so they gave him more seizure medicine. Then he would eventually pass out, come to, look like he was seizuring, more medicine, etc. Finally they called a neurologist who felt they needed more advanced help, Mayo was consulted, they ordered a final dose of powerful seizure medicine and sent their pediatric critical care team to pick him up, thinking he may need to be on a ventilator (life support). By this time he was totally unresponsive.
He arrived at Mayo around 11PM Thursday night and was admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit. Aaron didn't start to wake up until sometime Friday morning after lots of stimulation - his sternum is still very sore from all the rubbing they do to wake you up. When he woke up he was very amnesiac. The tests started then and have run non-stop since we've been here and we have seen around 10 specialties and scores of doctors. They determined fairly quickly that he did NOT have any seizures. He slowly got more awake into Saturday afternoon when they decided he was stable enough to go to a regular hospital room while they continued testing. We were planning to come home the next day.
At midnight, he was found by the nurse to be unresponsive and not breathing. A "code" was called and they worked for an hour to stablize him before transfering him back to ICU. For about 10 hours after that he didn't remember anything, didn't recognize me (Deb) or remember that he had siblings, played the piano, etc. Around 10:30 Sunday morning he "came out of it" and when the ICU doctor came to check on him, he preached a little sermon to her (a bit disjointed but not bad!) While we were alarmed at what had happened, we didn't anticipate anything but progress to recovery at that time. That evening around 4 PM he had another "episode" - found unresponsive and not breathing. When they called the code this time, they decided not to medicate him at all and just watch him and see what happened. When he reached 45 seconds without breathing they would breathe for him and he would gasp, breathe a little and then stop again. He was more awake this time due to no meds and would struggle to reach his head for the oxygen - like a fish out of water. It was awful to watch. The good thing was that afterwards he didn't have much amnesia and came out of it much quicker. They immediately tested his vocal cords wondering if they were in a spasm but they looked good. He stayed in ICU until last night (Tues) while they watched, tested, etc.
Aaron has had more tests, x-rays, MRIs, scans, ultrasounds, echocardiograms, EKGs, blood work, etc. than you can imagine and everything has come back normal! So, they are thinking that the initial episode was triggered by the severe back spasms and the second 2 episodes as well since his back was so extremely stiff - like a board is how he has described it. The spasms triggered the inability to take a breath, he passed out, etc. This is really, really good news - it could have been so many scary things.
Some of you have heard this, but it bears repeating - We were reminded of the blind man in Scripture about whom the disciples asked, "Who sinned? This man or his parents?" Jesus replied that he was blind so that God could be glorified. If that was the reason for our trial, that God can be glorified, we humbly submit to His will with thanksgiving that He spared Aaron and the realization that He has a plan for this that we may or may not fully realize. Through this, one of Aaron's friends from school has come to know Jesus as his Savior. We are excited to see how He can continue to use this in Aaron's life to bring glory to Him.
This is where you attempt to thank people and words fail. We wish there was a way to fully express our gratitude to our family and friends as we have been completely overwhelmed by your prayers and kindness. We have had many, many opportunites to speak of the power of prayer to the staff here as they have been witness to the "peace that passes understanding". It's not that we were never weak or tired or worried, but God always lifted us up.
Aaron is ready to jump back into school, cross country, band, etc. If you wouldn't mind praying just a bit longer, we need wisdom to know how much he should do as he gets back in the swing of things. Sitting on him is going to be hard! :)
To God be the glory, great things He has done!
Dave and Debbie
ThuThursdayAugAugust25th2011
August 25, 2011
The church had purchased 2 box sized fans which helps when we clean carpets or need to dry them after the basement takes in water. These two box fans have gone missing. If you borrowed these fans, please return them to the church as soon as possible. Please contact the church office to get permission and sign out items that belong to the church.
Thank you.
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We praise God for the very full auditorium that we had this past Sunday. As students from UNI hear more and more about our church and begin looking for a church home, we want to be ready with adequate seating for them at the 10:30 am services. We would like to ask those of you who don't have a preference to which service you attend, to consider attending the 8:00 am service to make extra room for students and visitors.
Thank you.
WedWednesdayAugAugust24th2011
Register for Precepts
The deadline for your 25% discount is almost here - August 29th. So copy and paste this address and sign up today and get your discount!
http://store.precept.org/p-1449-cedar-falls-ia-br-september-23-24-2011.aspx
WedWednesdayAugAugust24th2011
7th Update Aaron O'Leary
I'm so sorry that I have not been better about up-dates on Aaron. We have been in ICU with no cell phone abilities and you don't want to leave the room to find a signal when your child is in ICU! There has been a steady stream of doctors throughout our stay and you don't want to miss any of them.
Today Aaron feels SO much better! He still has memory lapses, but his humor is coming back. He has had extreme muscle stiffness from his body becoming alkalotic during the 3 episodes, but that is improving with physical therapy and medication.
It's now 10PM and I started this up-date at 9AM! This evening they moved him out of ICU and into a regular room. Today they repeated the MRI of his head and spine, specifically looking at blood flow patterns with dye contrast. They also did an ultrasound of his kidneys because his blood pressure is way too high. Last evening, when he was relaxed and happy because they brought him a laptop and he could connect with his friends (!) it was 168/98. They are now testing for a possible adrenal gland problem. We really don't know what the plan is after that and today I was too tired to ask.
This morning, the account of Jesus and his disciples coming upon the blind man came to my mind. They asked, "Who sinned? This man or his parents?" Jesus answered, "Neither, but that God could be glorified." Aaron and I talked about the possibility that this could be the reason for his trial - simply that God could be glorified. We have seen some amazing answers to prayer and we want to share the best one with you. One of Aaron's friends, who he has been witnessing to, received Jesus as his Savior on Sunday! We are overwhelmed that God has used our situation to help bring this young man to Him.
Thank you again for your continued prayers. The staff has commented on our calm and we have been able to explain the grace of God and the peace that passes understanding. Please pray that Aaron doesn't get discouraged. He wants so badly to come home and is very weary of the endless tests. He did comment, though, that even though he's not in school, he's passed every test he's taken!!
With gratefulness,
Dave and Debbie
WedWednesdayAugAugust24th2011
August 24, 2011
Attention all Youth Group Parents: There is going to be a parent meeting on Sunday, August 28th at 5:00 pm in the Library. Please attend to discuss the activities planned and to give your input and family schedules.
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On Tuesday morning, there was an storm that hit the CF area. There must have been a lightening strike and our phone lines, camera, and internet systems are down. Please contact the Pastors or Michele on their cell phones. I can still retrieve email from home so I appreciate your patience as we are trying to get things repaired. Thank you.
MonMondayAugAugust22nd2011
6th Update Aaron O'Leary
Just to give an update for Monday, August 22, so you can continue to pray:
As of about 3:00pm he had an uneventful night and day (in a good way). He is still in the ICU to be monitored. The doctors are doing some other types of tests, but have not found the cause yet. It is an encouragement to his parents that their daughter (one of Aaron's sisters) was able to come from Virginia and be there at the hospital with them.
MonMondayAugAugust22nd2011
Decorating Team Wanted!!!
We are looking for some people who would like to help decorate the church. This would replace Suzie Heino who did the flowers in the foyer, and all holidays. If you feel like this is something you can do and would like to be put on a schedule with others, contact the church office at 277-3889 or office@cedarheightsbaptist.com and leave your name and number.
Thank you,
Michele
SunSundayAugAugust21st2011
5th Update on Aaron O'Leary
Aaron was improving greatly and many of the tests showed nothing abnormal. But in the night, Aaron stopped breathing and became unresponsive again. He was coded and taken back to the ICU, the doctors just don't know what this is. The O'Learys ask that we continue to pray for Aaron.
SatSaturdayAugAugust20th2011
Reminder of Hines Farewell after 10:30 am service
Today will be Mitch & Megan's last Sunday with us. Mitch was called to be the Worship leader at Grace Church in Brainbridge, GA. Mitch and Megan want to express how deeply grateful they are for the opportunity to have interned and serve in various ministries here, thankful for the way people poured themselves into their lives, and thankful for a wonderful church family at CHBC. Please join us in a farewell immediately following the 10:30 am service. Mitch and Megan will be down in the Fellowship Room where you can give a card and personally express your thanks and say goodbye.
SatSaturdayAugAugust20th2011
4th Update on Aaron O'Leary
Last night he was doing quite a bit better and they were considering bringing him home today or tomorrow although they had not found anything definitive about the cause. Then this morning he had a 45 minute period where he lost all memory of anything. Because of this, they took him to do an MRI of his head. Continue to pray for wisdom as the doctors seek to determine what is causing this and for his family as they rely on God during this time of uncertainty.
FriFridayAugAugust19th2011
3rd Update on Aaron O'Leary
Around noon, Aaron was awake, but groggy from the medicines. They are continuing to do neurological and cardiology tests at Mayo to determine the cause.
FriFridayAugAugust19th2011
2nd Update on Aaron O'Leary
Aaron wakes up at times, doesn't remember where he is or what happened, but has some humor. They are now questioning whether it is seizures and they are wondering if it is cardiac. He is still in the ICU. Please continue praying for him and his family.
ThuThursdayAugAugust18th2011
Update on Aaron O'Leary
At 9pm he was still at Covenant, waiting for the helicopter. He was stable, but not diagonsis has yet to be made.
The family would appeciate your prayers. Pray that the doctors would have wisdom and that the family would seek Gods comfort in this time. Please also pray for Aaron, that God would lay His hand upon him during this time.
ThuThursdayAugAugust18th2011
Immediate Prayer Request
Aaron O'Leary, who attends our Senior High Youth Group, collapsed during cross country time trials around 4:00 pm this afternoon. He was taken to the Hospital and is unresponsive. They are life-flighting him to Mayo.
ThuThursdayAugAugust18th2011
Water is turned off at CHBC by CFU today
Due to some work being done, there will be no water at the church today. The office will close at 12:00 pm but I will still be working from home so if you need to contact me, use my cell phone number or the church email. Water service should be working again sometime this evening.
Thank you.
Michele
ThuThursdayAugAugust18th2011
Help Needed to Transport
Tina Naami, is in the process of becoming a member here at our church. She is a UNI Teacher and new to the area. She does not own or drive a car and is in need of someone to pick her up and take her home from church. She lives on 3211 Terrace Dr., Apt. 1, Waterloo. This Street is right off of Cedar Heights Dr., heading towards Scenic Dr. and the Hyvee on University.
I am hoping to have a few people on a schedule to help her so if you can only do once a month, that would be wonderful. I will be going to get her until I have a schedule of people but I cannot do it every time. So if you would consider this ministry and are willing to help out, please contact me at office@cedarheightsbaptist.com or call
277-3889.
Thank you,
Michele Green
TueTuesdayAugAugust16th2011
August 16, 2011
 Sunday, August 21, 2011 will be Mitch & Megan's last Sunday with us. Mitch was called to be the Worship leader at Grace Church in Brainbridge, GA. Mitch and Megan want to express how deeply grateful they are for the opportunity to have interned and serve in various ministries here, thankful for the way people poured themselves into their lives, and thankful for a wonderful church family at CHBC. Please join us in a farewell immediately following the 10:30 am service. Mitch and Megan will be down in the Fellowship Room where you can give a card and personally express your thanks and say goodbye.
MonMondayAugAugust15th2011
August 15, 2011
Labor Day Weekend - only 1 service on Sunday at 10:30 am.
No 8:00 am service for this Sunday due to the Holiday Weekend.
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Attention all Parents! If you would like to dedicate your baby, contact the church office at office@cedarheightsbaptist.com with your child's full name and birthdate.
Thank you!
ThuThursdayAugAugust11th2011
Welcome Addison Faith Cantrall
Addison Faith Cantrall was born at 6:39 p.m. on 8-10-11. She was 9 lbs. 3.2 oz and 21 inches long. Mom and baby are doing well. We are in room 389 at Covenant Medical Center and visitors can come whenever.
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Cory Cantrall
TueTuesdayAugAugust9th2011
August 9, 2011
LOVE Inc. (Love in the name of Christ) is an organization that enables churches in a community to coordinate their resources and services so that those in need are not turned away. Pastor Dann and I have seen this organization be extremely effective in Grand Rapids, MI. We are encouraged to see that they have started one here in the Cedar Valley.
Here is a need that came to our attention:
Last week we had two separate families call into the clearinghouse with immediate need for refrigerators. As always when we are faced with requests like this that are beyond our ability to provide, we open it up to our network of supporters and pray that this email will land or be forwarded to someone who may be able to help us help our families in need. So, if you do not have an extra good working refrigerator, please help us cast our net wide and forward this email to your friends and family and in prayer we are confident it will get to someone who does. As always, I will send out an email letting you know when the need has been met so we may give thanks.
In Christ,
Holly
TueTuesdayAugAugust9th2011
Fall River Hills Community Work Project
Meet us at River Hills School to do the following work on their grounds. Bring your own yard tools. See you this Saturday, August 13th!
River Hills Community Work Project
9:00 AM till 1:00 PM
Grounds Work:
Raking
Pick up branches
Weeding of flower beds
Cut down dead trees, haul away
Special Project:
South side Picnic area
Rake
Pick up branches
Clean up grills, sand, repaint and repair
Clean up benches, sand, stain and repair
Develop area to look more like a defined picnic area
MonMondayAugAugust8th2011
Fall River Hills Work Project
Meet us at River Hills School to do the following work on their grounds. Bring your own yard tools. See you this Saturday, August 13th!
River Hills Community Work Project
9:00 AM till 1:00 PM
Grounds Work:
Raking
Pick up branches
Weeding of flower beds
Cut down dead trees, haul away
Special Project:
South side Picnic area
Rake
Pick up branches
Clean up grills, sand, repaint and repair
Clean up benches, sand, stain and repair
Develop area to look more like a defined picnic area
SunSundayAugAugust7th2011
Communion 8-7-2011
Bernard of Clairvaux sang of this cycle. Read
these great words slowly:
We
taste of Thee, O Thou living Bread,
And
long to feast upon Thee still;
We
drink of Thee, the Fountainhead,
And thirst our
souls from Thee to fill.
This Sunday we will meet as a corporate body to taste of the Living Bread,
and drink of our Fountainhead, at the Lord’s Table. It is my sincere desire
that we would examine ourselves before we come to the Lord’s Table; that we,
like the great songwriter King David, would pray;
Psalm 139:23–24
(ESV) — Search me, O God, and know my
heart! Try me and know my thoughts! 24
And see if there be any grievous way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting!
It is both a somber and celebratory time for Christ’s
Church. The Lord’s Table is somber in the sense that we are to remember Jesus
Christ’s crucifixion and sacrifice for our sin. It was our sin that sent Him to
the cross, and it was our sin upon with which God the Father poured out His
wrath. These thoughts bring about genuine confession in God’s people.
Yet, the Lord’s Table is celebratory in the sense that through
Jesus Christ’s sacrifice and satisfaction of God’s wrath we have been
reconciled to God, and called the righteousness of God, and are in Christ, and
through Jesus’ resurrection we too will be resurrected on the last day, and
commune with Christ forever.
Please come this Sunday prepared for serious reflection, and
jubilant celebration around the Table of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
FriFridayAugAugust5th2011
Help needed
Dalene Ransom is looking for help in moving her dad's things out of his home tomorrow morning (Saturday, August 5). She and her sister are planning on meeting at his home in the Cedar Falls Mobile Home Village (off Union Road behind the UNIdome) around 10:30 a.m. If you can help them, please call Dalene at 239-7565. Also, if you have a trailer they could borrow for the next week, please let Dalene know. They will need it to store his things for their upcoming rumage sale next Saturday.
ThuThursdayAugAugust4th2011
Fall Women's Bible Studies
Tuesday night study at 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Our Covenant God by Kay Arthur
The concept of covenant permeates everything God does in our lives! Experience one of the most stabilizing, freeing truths you'll ever know. Follow the thread of God's covenant woven throughout Scripture and discover the awesome privilege of getting to know the Lord as your Covenant God. Sign up on line or contact Maria Wilkening at mariaw@mchsi.com
Book Cost: $10.00
Teacher: Jean Burgett/Maria Wilkening
No Babysitting provided
Every Tuesday between September 6, 2011 and November 29, 2011 from 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: cedar Heights Baptist Church, 2430 Neola St., Cedar Falls, IA
Registration between 8/4/2011 - 9/7/2011.
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Wednesday morning study at 9:30 - 11:00 am
Precept Upon Precept: Covenant (Knowing God's Covenant)
See this Incredible thread running from Genesis through Revelation. God enters into a binding agreement with His people and always keeps his promises. Trusting hIm as a covenant partner frees us from the bondage of worry and anxiety. This study will transform the way you read the Scriptures. Sign up on line or contact: Maria Wilkening at mariaw@mchsi.com
Teacher: Melody Gerrelts
Book Cost: $24.75
Babysitting provided
Every Wednesday between September 7, 2011 and November 30, 2011 from 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Registration between 8/4/2011 - 9/7/2011.
WedWednesdayJulJuly27th2011
Thank you from the family of Rajeane Rube
Dear church family,
Thank you so much for the wonderful flowers for mom's visitation and funeral at the church. Also, a huge thank you to all the ladies that did the luncheon after the service at the church. Mom would have been very pleased how it turned out. Our mother loved her church and church family.
Mike and Jennifer and families
WedWednesdayJulJuly27th2011
Bible Conference Schedule
Please make a note that the evening times for the Bible Conference are 7:30 pm not 6:30 pm.
Corrected schedule:
MonMondayJulJuly25th2011
Awana Leader Meeting
Calling all Awana Workers! There will be an Awana Leader Meeting on August 31st from 6:30 - 8:00 pm. Please mark your calendar and plan on attending. Awana begins September 7th.
TueTuesdayJulJuly19th2011
July 19, 2011
Tom Miller will be speaking to us on Sunday evening, July 24th at 6:00 pm. He is in need of housing for that night for himself and his wife and daughter. If you would like to house them on Sunday night, no meals are required, please contact the church office at 277-3889 or by email: office@cedarheightsbaptist.com
TueTuesdayJulJuly12th2011
Congratulations to the Junker family!
Congratulations to Tyler, Tiffany, and big sister Tayler Junker at the birth of Tayrn Victoria. Tayrn weighs 7 lbs. 6 oz and is 20 1/4" long.
If you would like to make a meal for the Junkers , please contact Megan Hines at 563-599-2764 or m2mhines@gmail.com.
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TueTuesdayJulJuly12th2011
Help Needed in Tama County
'm looking for some volunteers to help with clean up in Tama county on Thursday and Friday. They had severe wind damage in some of the communities. I am still working on finding local contacts for needs. My plan is to meet at CHBC at 8 am on Thursday and around 1 pm on Friday. We should be back on both days between 7 and 9 pm. I think most of the work will be tree cutting, picking up debris, prayer and encouragement.
If you're interested in helping out, please email me at
so I can have an idea of how many people will be going. Kids are welcome to come along and help, but will need an adult to accompany them. If you cannot come but would like to help in some other way, please email me or the church office.
Please remember to lift up the families that have been affected by these storms in prayer, and pray that God would use His people to bring glory to His name through clean up efforts and encouragement.
Josh Lux
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Michael Gustafson's parents live in Vinton and their house suffered damage. Please be in prayer for them as well.
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MonMondayJulJuly11th2011
July 11, 2011
Join us JULY 31 at 6:00 pm for an evening to say thank you and good bye to our College Intern and friends, Matt & Lindsay Tully. Matt will be taking Seminary classes at in Wheaton, IL this fall. Bring a card to show your appreciation. Snacks will be served.
MonMondayJulJuly11th2011
Matt & Lindsay Tully Farewell
Correction to the last email: the date of the farewell is Sunday, July 31 at 6pm.
Join us JULY 31 at 6:00 pm for an evening to say thank you and good bye to our College Intern and friends, Matt & Lindsay Tully. Matt will be taking Seminary classes at in Wheaton, IL this fall. Bring a card to show your appreciation. Snacks will be served.
SatSaturdayJulJuly2nd2011
July 2, 2011
Yesterday (the 30th) Megan's cousin William was in a bad 4-wheeler accident in Dubuque. They ended up taking him by helicopter to the University Hospital in Iowa City in the afternoon because he wasn't responding like they would have liked him to.
Today (July 1st) he is awake & alert. He has started talking & is able to move his arms & legs. He has no broken bones, internal bleeding or organ damage. They were able to take out the breathing tube. They are probably going to keep him another night just to observe him. His parents drove 8 hours & go to IC late last night & are with him now.
As of now they are saying he just has a sever concussion & will be really sore/bruised for awhile.
This is a miracle of God! The 4-wheeler landed on this young boy & the handle bars were on top on his throat. He wasn't able to move or talk yesterday, only grunt. They thought he crushed his throat, broke his jaw, & that he would have brain damage. We all are just praising God for his protection & healing for William! Our God is amazing!
Thank you for your prayers.
Amanda Fisher (on behalf of Megan & Mitch Hines)
ThuThursdayJunJune30th2011
Urgent Prayer requested
I am sending this prayer request for Megan Hines:
Her cousin William from Ohio was visiting her parents in Dubuque for the week. He was in a 4-wheeler accident earlier today & was sent to the hospital in Dubuque. She is on her way there & does not have a lot of details, but would like us to be in prayer for this young boy ( I believe he's in 4th or 5th grade). His parents are driving from Ohio right now. Please pray for healing from his injuries, for protection while the family travels to get to the hospital, and for Megan & her family that was/is there with him now.
We will keep you posted as we hear more.
Thanks,
Amanda Fisher (on behalf of Megan & Mitch Hines)
ThuThursdayJunJune30th2011
Funeral Arrangements for Rajeane Rube
Rajeane Rube
Service Information
Visitation: 4-8:00
PM, Tuesday at Locke
Funeral Home on 1519 West Fourth Street, Waterloo, IA 50702
Service:
10:00
AM, Wednesday, July 6, 2011 at Cedar
Heights Baptist Church on 2430
Neola St., Cedar Falls
Luncheon: 12:00
PM at Cedar Heights Baptist Church
Cemetery: Waterloo Memorial
Park Cemetery
Memorials: Cedar Heights
Baptist Church, Pulmonary Hypertension Association, Cedar Valley Hospice Home
ThuThursdayJunJune30th2011
Rajeane Rube
Rajeane Rube went home to be with the Lord early this morning around 4:30am. She passed peacefully. Please be in prayer for the family. Funeral arrangements are yet to be made for next week. We'll get the information out as soon as we know it.
WedWednesdayJunJune29th2011
June 29, 2011
Please be in prayer for Carol Graham who has breast cancer again. Also the Grahams 50th Anniversary is coming up soon. If you'd like to send a card to encourage the Grahams, you can mail it to:
David & Carol Graham
933 Borderlands Dr.
Erlanger, KY 41018
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Pray for Rajeane Rube. She is at Cedar Valley Hospice. She is struggling to breathe and is very tired. Family is with her and requests limited numbers of visitors.
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TueTuesdayJunJune28th2011
June 28, 2011
Thank you for your cards, visits, and other acts of kindness shown to Helen while she was at the Lutheran Home and for your prayers, cards, the beautiful flower arrangement, and all the love and support shown to us at her passing. A special thanks to Pastor Kevin for a spiritually uplifting memorial service and to the ladies for the delicious luncheon. The family of Helen Nichols
Thank you and God bless, Bob and Norma Emmert
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A Reflection on
Communion
This Sunday we will be celebrating the Lord’s Supper in our
corporate worship service. Let me encourage you to read over I Cor. 11:17-34
this week in order to prepare your hearts and minds as we observe this
important ordinance.
You may be asking, “What’s the big deal about this ordinance
we call ‘Communion’ or ‘the Lord’s Supper’”? Well it’s a big deal because our
Lord tells us to “do this in remembrance of me!” We are to gather corporately and observe this
ordinance regularly until our Lord returns for His church. It is important
because Communion us a visible presentation of the gospel of Jesus Christ. It
is important because Communion emphasizes the fellowship we have with our
Father in Heaven and with each other here on earth through Jesus Christ.
Mark Driscoll provides us with more insights to why we take
the Lord’s Supper seriously and joyously.
“The Lord’s Supper is a dramatic
presentation that (1) reminds us in a powerful manner of the death of Jesus
Christ in our place for our sins;
(2) calls Christians to put our
sin to death in light of the fact that Jesus died for our sins and compels us
to examine ourselves and repent of sin before partaking; (3)
shows the unity of God’s people around the person and work of Jesus; and
(4) anticipates our participation in the
marriage supper of the Lamb when His kingdom comes in its fullness.
Furthermore, it should be an
occasion when God’s loving grace impacts us intensely so that the gospel takes
deeper and deeper root in our lives. Understood biblically, grace is unmerited
favor or God’s goodwill, His helpful enablement for life and service, and a
transformational power from the Spirit that brings blessing to us. Each of
these aspects of God’s grace is inextricably connected to the partaking of Communion.”
So come this Sunday with our minds fixed on Christ and we
will not only hear His gospel but in the Lord’s Supper we will see it as well.
Dann Green
P.S. Don’t forget
this Sunday we designate as a time for our church family to contribute to our benevolent
offering. There have been many
needs within our church family lately
and your designated offering will go directly to help those need.
TueTuesdayJunJune28th2011
Prayer for Rajeane Rube
My soul finds rest in God alone; my salvation comes from him. He alone is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will never be shaken...Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge!
Ps. 62 1-2, 8
We ask the church family to be in prayer for Rajeane at this time as she is preparing to meet the Lord. She is attempting to travel home from Rochester to be in her home with Hospice's care for her final days. Pray for her and the family as she enters into those final days, that the presence of God would be with her in her suffering. Pray for the family as they will suffer as well.
ThuThursdayJunJune23rd2011
June 23, 2011
Good-bye Party for the Coulsons
The Lord has blessed the Coulsons with the funds to leave for Australia, so they're leaving next Friday. This Sunday will be their last at Cedar Heights. This Monday, June 27 at 6:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall, there will be an open house send off celebration for the Coulsons. Please come prepared to share an encouraging story, thought, or Scripture to uplift them on their journey to Australia and to pray over their family and ministry.
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Love offering for the Birdsongs
This Sunday CHBC will be blessed through the singing of the Birdsong family. Please come prepared as we are going to take a love offering for them along with our regular offering. If you would like to make a donation to the Birdsongs, simply write BIRDSONGS on the memo line of your check as well as on your offering envelope.
ThuThursdayJunJune23rd2011
Missions Denver Update
Check out this link to see how our teens are doing out in Colorado and how God is using them, the leaders and blessing their work.
TueTuesdayJunJune21st2011
June 21, 2011
Let's encourage Rajean Rube
Rajeane Rube continues to have difficulty breathing. Walking across her room and carrying conversations are a struggle. She's feeling discouraged. Let's therefore encourage her with cards.
Her address at Western Home is
5500 S. Main St.
Unit 74
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
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Sharon Harpster
Sharon Harpster had tests done at Allen Hospital today due to dizziness and nausea that she has been experiencing for about three weeks. Doctors are keeping her at Allen overnight for precautionary purposes. Please remember Sharon and Ron in prayer.
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Attention Ladies!
Michelle Manion is hosting a Scripture memory study of Philippians 4 at her home this summer. The group will meet Wednesday mornings from 10:30-11:30 a.m. - beginning tomorrow, June 22.
For more information or to be a part of this group, contact Michelle at
242-4814
4814 Addison Drive
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
(off Hudson Rd, between Viking and Greenhill)
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Do you want free potato salad or coleslaw?
There are buckets of potato salad and coleslaw (about 20 servings each) left over from Helen Nichols's funeral luncheon yesterday. Neither bucket has been opened, and their experation dates are after the Fourth of July. We don't want them to go to waste, so if you would like one, please call the church office (277-0372) tomorrow, Wednesday, after 12:00 p.m. They would be great for your Independence Day picnics or just for enjoyment.
TueTuesdayJunJune21st2011
June 21, 2011
Reminder: Bridal shower for Kim Meyer tonight
at 6:30pm at the home of Paul & Heather Burgett. If you haven't had the opportunity to get to know Kim, please come for this special time with her and her family.
They are registered at Target & Kohl's.
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Updates for church directory
*Nate and Elaine Perry
225 Morell Ave.
Evansdale, Iowa 50707
Nate- nate.eli.perry@gmail.com
Elaine- 515-851-8708
*Josh and Diana Pagel (Diana maiden name is Diana White)
2603 Terrace Dr. Apt. 6
Cedar Falls, Iowa 50613
Josh- 319-651-4640 joshpagel1@yahoo.com
Diana- 712-251-8321
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SatSaturdayJunJune18th2011
Funeral Service for Helen Nichols
Funeral service schedule for Helen Nichols
Visitation:
Monday, June 20, 2011, 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Cedar Heights Baptist Church, 2430 Neola Street, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Memorial Service:
Monday, June 20, 2011, 10:30 am
Cedar Heights Baptist Church, 2430 Neola Street, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
A luncheon will be held at Cedar Heights Baptist Church following the burial at Garden of Memories in Waterloo, IA
FriFridayJunJune17th2011
Thank you from Margaret Green
Dear Cedar Heights Baptist Church,
Thank you for your card and the gift. It was such an encouragement to know that you were praying for us. I especially thank you for allowing Dann the freedom to be here with Harold and me when we needed him so much. Also, after Harold's home going, it was such a blessing to have the support, help, and wisdom of all our children together.
While there are times of tears, missing my husband of almost sixty years, God's grace, peace, and strength have been sufficient.
Thank you for your prayers and concern. May the Lord bless you!
Margaret Green
142 Palmer Drive
Cedarville, Ohio 45314
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ThuThursdayJunJune16th2011
VBS Ice Cream Social Tonight
Ice Cream social and visit our VBS program 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Be sure to visit our website to see pictures. Go to Ministries/Children's Ministry/VBS
Please stick around afterwards to help tear down and clean up.
WedWednesdayJunJune15th2011
June 15, 2011
Attention Youth Group!
We will not be having a regular Sunday night meeting on July 10th. We will instead be meeting July 9th at 5:30pm at the Ganfields, 3046 Scenic Drive, Waterloo, 50701! We will be roasting hot dogs, making smores, sharing pictures of the trip and reporting back to the rest of the youth group!
Please let me know if you have any questions!
Thanks,
Nicole
MonMondayJunJune13th2011
June 13, 2011
June 19, 2011 Sunday School will feature a report from Maren Thumma. We will be meeting to hear from Maren in the Auditorium at 9:30 AM. Our regular schedule Intergenerational Teaching time will continue next week.
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A Bridal Shower
Kim Meyer and Jacob Weaver attend Cedar Heights and are involved in Acts Groups. They are getting married July 16th in Bettendorf, IA. There will be a Bridal shower for her on Tuesday, June 21st, 2011 at 6:30pm at Heather Burgett's home, 104 Lillian Lane, Waterloo, IA 50701. They are registered at Target & Kohl’s.
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ThuThursdayJunJune9th2011
June 9, 2011
Dear Church Family-
As we prepare to leave for Mission Denver, many of you have asked how you can help! We will be driving from Cedar Falls, to Denver on June 19th. We will be leaving late, and driving through the night. As a way to cut costs (and stops!) we've decided to pack a breakfast for Monday morning. If you'd be interested in donating fruit, juice, muffins, or other snacks for the drive, we'd really appreciate it! Any and all items can be placed in the church kitchen, please labels all items "mission denver." Feel free contact Nicole Bolthouse with any questions!
or 319-230-0839
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Just an update on my current situation. I'm seeing some progress in healing in my left leg/knee; it's not at 100% but it is getting closer to where it needs to be. My right leg/knee is still incredibly painful. The pain often wakes me up at night. The doctor says this could be a very long process and I must be patient. I see him again on Monday, June 13. I am not at the point where I can put any weight on either leg. I'm still in bed or in a wheelchair at all times. My parents are still here helping, which is a huge blessing to my family. I know God has lessons for me during this time. I am trying to rely more on His will for my life. He is in control and I know He loves me, but the path is getting long and at times I am discouraged. I do appreciate that people are praying and ask for continued prayers.
Thank you,
Jenny Miller
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WedWednesdayJunJune8th2011
Prayer for Gary Juhl
Gary Juhl went into Allen Hospital this morning with some shortness of breath and pain. They did a heart cath and found blockage in his LAD and did a stent. He is recovering and will be overnight in Allen.
WedWednesdayJunJune8th2011
Prayer for Jan Rost at her father's passing
DIED
June 5, 2011
Pella, Iowa
FUNERAL SERVICE
10:30 A.M. Thursday, June 9, 2011
Berean Baptist Church
Pella, Iowa
VISITATION
5:00 – 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Berean Baptist Church
Pella, Iowa
MEMORIALS
Berean Baptist Church
Pella Dialysis Unit
INTERMENT
Columbia Cemetery
Columbia, Iowa
In Memory Of
Jerry R. Byers
Pella, Iowa
(Age 82)
April 8, 1929 - June 5, 2011
Send Your Sympathies
Jerry Richard Byers was born on April 8, 1929 in Lucas County, Iowa to Clinton Leland and Beulah Maud Richards Byers. He went to his eternal home after a courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, June 5, 2011 at the Hospice of Pella Comfort House at the age of eighty-two.
On June 17, 1951 Jerry was united in marriage with Dora Louise Palmer in Russell, Iowa. They were blessed with five children: Joleen, Joyce, Janice, Martha, and Bruce.
For twenty-four years Jerry worked for HyVee Food Stores in Oskaloosa, Chariton, and Corning, Iowa. Then the family moved to Pella where he was employed as: owner/operator of Gambles Hardware Store, general manager of the Family Recreation Center (Dutch Buffet, Tulip Lanes, and Skating Rink), electrician for Vanden Berg Electric, and Director of Maintenance and Transportation for the Pella Community Schools.
Jerry was a member of the Bethel Baptist Church in Oskaloosa and later became a member of Berean Baptist Church in Pella. He enjoyed serving both congregations as a deacon, Sunday School teacher, superintendent, and treasurer. He also served as the church youth leader. He was the past president of Iowa Good Sam's Club, participated in the Torch Run for the Iowa Special Olympics, and volunteered at the Iowa State Fair for fourteen years. He served as president and treasurer of the JayCee's and Rotary Club. Jerry was a member of the Iowa National Guard for eleven years. He enjoyed woodworking and carpentry. One of Jerry and Louise's favorite past-time was to go camping and traveling through many states.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of nearly sixty years, Louise of Pella; his children: P. Joleen and Lonnie Lee Gerber of Pella, Joyce A. Mattox of Pella, Janice E. and Jeffery S. Rost of Waverly, Martha R. and Rick A. Kindley of Knoxville, and Bruce A. and Pamela J.Sandry Byers of Noble, Oklahoma; fourteen grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; his brother and wife, J. Lester and Mary Elaine Byers of Sun City West, Arizona; his two sisters: Vira and the late Ed Whitlock of Piney, Tennessee and Bonnie Faye and Ralph Lang of Dallas, Iowa; and many nieces and nephews.
Preceding him in death are his parents: Clinton and Beulah Byers; parents-in-law: Harold and Ruth Palmer all of rural Lucas County.
WedWednesdayJunJune8th2011
June 8, 2011
Congratulations to Zeke & Abby Cline. Elizabeth Jane Cline was born this morning at 1:52 a.m. She weighs 8lb, 1 oz.
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VBS Items still needed:
-long bib apron
-western boots (womens)
-small wash tub
-stick horses
-plastic snakes
-corrugated cardboard
Please contact Katie Farwell at 269-5584 if you have any of these items to lend to the VBS week.
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MonMondayJunJune6th2011
June 6, 2011
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Cedar Falls, IA
September 23-24, 2011
September 23 - 24, 2011
Cedar Heights Baptist Church
2430 Neola St
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
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Contact: Michele Green
319.277.3889
Registration is at 8:30 am.
Classes meet from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Cancellation Policy:
Should you need to cancel, your payment minus a $50 administrative fee will be refunded. You must notify Precept Ministries International of your cancellation prior to the registered event or the entire fee will be forfeited.
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Dear Church Family,
Thank you so much for the planter arrangement. The cards and emails you sent while we were in Iowa City were a huge encouragement especially when we could see prayer being answered or even encourage another family who was there because we had prayer support behind us.
Love, John & Elizabeth Neely
FriFridayJunJune3rd2011
CF Joplin Team - 7
The men are out on the job early today again. There is a great deal to be done. But the residents have all left and it is hard to get permission to go onto people's property to do the clean up. Pray that the city will be able to get in contact the residents, get the necessary permissions so that the workers can clean them up. Pray for the workers safety. It is still sunny and very hot, but it is windy today which cools them off a little.
FriFridayJunJune3rd2011
Reminder of Communion
Communion is this Sunday, June 5, 2011
- In observing Communion we are remembering Christ and all that He has done for us in his life, death and resurrection:
And when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, "This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me." 1 Corinthians 11:24 (NIV)
- When observing Communion we take time to examine ourselves:
A man ought to examine himself before he eats of the bread and drinks of the cup. 1 Corinthians 11:28 (NIV)
- In observing Communion we are proclaiming His death until He comes. It is, then, a statement of faith:
For whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord's death until he comes. 1 Corinthians 11:26 (NIV)
- When we observe Communion we show our participation in the body of Christ. His life becomes our life and we become members of each other:
Is not the cup of thanksgiving for which we give thanks a participation in the blood of Christ? And is not the bread that we break a participation in the body of Christ? Because there is one loaf, we, who are many, are one body, for we all partake of the one loaf. 1 Corinthians 10:16-17 (NIV)
ThuThursdayJunJune2nd2011
CF Joplin Team - 6
You can view some pictures at the Courier.
http://wcfcourier.com/collection_9cadba4a-8c56-11e0-abc3-001cc4c03286.html
ThuThursdayJunJune2nd2011
CF Joplin Team - 5
The guys have their assignments and are off to work. Pastor Dann said that no picture would accurately portray the devastation there. He asks for our prayers as they go to work and try to do as much as they can in the little time that they will be there. The donations were unloaded at the local church who will distribute them to those in need. Thank you all for praying. More updates will be coming.
ThuThursdayJunJune2nd2011
CF Joplin Team - 4
Well at about midnight, they reached their destination and were all ready to rest. They were able to rent a U-Haul to replace the one trailer and a church had donated $300 to be used however their member saw fit. The U-Haul's cost was $290.00 so God provided just what they needed. They will begin working this morning. The temperature will be in the 90's and very humid so be in prayer for all the workers.
ThuThursdayJunJune2nd2011
VBS Props needed!
Please contact Katie Farwell at katiefarwell@gmail.com or 269-5584 if you can donate any of the following items:
Iron Pots and Kettles
Large Pieces of Cardboard
* Interior Paint (light grey, black, brown)
Lanterns
Large Triangle Instrument
Rubber Snakes
* 2 five gallon buckets
* 2 Hula Hoops
Camping Dishes
* Small Washtub
Nightcap and Nightshirt
Long Bib Apron
Arm Sling
Harmonica
* Firewood (5 smaller logs)
Old West Style Clothing For Drama:
Vests
Bandanas
Long Skirts
Boots
Hats
Bonnets
Southern Belle Gowns
Old style pin-striped suit
Bow-tie
Duster Coat
Top Hat
Please place all donated items in PK's office. All items will be returned after VBS.
WedWednesdayJunJune1st2011
CF Joplin Team - 3
The men had to wait for an RV company to come and disconnect the trailer from the van. They were able to disconnect and get the van to the next exit where there was a gas station, a towing company, and a RV company.
The RV company is replacing the tires on the trailer as they had all popped during the episode.
The Van was looked at and only the hitch was damaged which is easy to replace. Meanwhile, a 10' U-Haul was rented so items can be transferred after the damaged trailer is towed out of the median of the Highway. Once the items are transferred, the men will continue on their way.
Everyone is safe. But please continue to pray for them as they have 5+ more hours to drive.
WedWednesdayJunJune1st2011
CF Joplin Team -2
About 1/2 hour after the trailer tire blew, the van began to swerve due to too much weight in the trailer. The driver did an amazing job in keeping control of the van and as it ended up in the median of Highway 35, still south of Des Moines. Everyone is safe and the men are working on the problem. Please be in prayer for a safety and a safe solution to the problem and that the van would not have been damaged and can still be driven.
We continue to ask you all to pray as they have had such a difficult start to the trip to Joplin.
WedWednesdayJunJune1st2011
CF Joplin Team - 1
I will be sending out updates as I receive them on the prayer needs and praises from our guys (Josh Lux, Pastor Dann, David Kauten) and the team heading to Joplin, MO.
There were so many donations that loading all the items took more time than expected and so they were off to a bit of a late start this morning, June 1, 2011.
They were just south of Des Moines when a tire blew on one of the trailers. A DOT truck was right behind them, knew that they were the group from Cedar Falls heading to help out at Joplin. They had all the equipment to fix the tire and in 10 minutes they were back on the road.
We thank God for keeping them safe and looking after them with this repair need. Continue to pray for the team. I will send out numbered updates to keep you all informed. Thank you for your prayers and giving to these workers and those in need.
WedWednesdayJunJune1st2011
Reminder: River Hills June 11th
Please mark you calendar for June 11th from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm for our work project over at River Hills School. There will not be a breakfast on this day so eat hearty at home and come with all your tools ready to work and minister to the River Hills staff that come to work with us.
If you have any questions, contact Michele Green in the church office.
277-3889
office@cedarheightsbaptist.com
TueTuesdayMayMay31st2011
May 31, 2011
CHBC Family
Please mark your calendars for June 5th after our Sermon Discussion with Pastor Kevin, we will be having a farewell time with Dean & Suzie Heino before they move to Washington. Be prepared to share a special memory or give a thank you to them.
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Update on 30 Hour Famine for the Youth:
This year the teens of Innerchange Youth Group raised a total $3,095.50 for World Vision. This year's funds were matched at 6 times the amount! As $1 a day feeds a child, that means many, many children are being fed & helped as a result of our teens' efforts. Over the 5 years our teens have participated in 30 Hour Famine, they have raised $15,281.97 to help children in need! Thank you to the church for your help to accomplish this!
"...whoever is kind to the needy honors God." Proverbs 14:31
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Dear Cedar Heights,
Thank you so much for recognizing me as a graduate and giving me a study Bible. Your gift will be helpful for me when I try to understand the words of God. I really enjoyed worshipping with you on Sundays since it was so different than in Germany. I am glad that I got to know so many wonderful people. Thank you,
Sincerely,
Lena Orthey (International student staying with Mark & Elaine Slade)
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Dear Prayer Warriors,
Just a quick email to ask you to pray for the Niobrara, NE VBS. I just got off the phone with the director and Niobrara is going to impacted by the flooding due to the release of Missouri dam waters. Their VBS is scheduled for next week, June 6-10. Niobrara is surrounded by the Missouri and Niobrara Rivers. The town has been put on alert and are sandbagging. They've been told that there is a great possibility that the east and west roads coming into Niobrara will be completely under water. Travel will be greatly affected. If flooded, the roads will be impassable until December. There are additional gravel routes into Niobrara, but families would have to drive 10-20 miles out of their way to attend the VBS each day. And there is no guarantee that some places on those roads will stay open, either. Needless to say, we need to pray for this small community. Please pray that the Lord's will will be done concerning the VBS and that Satan will not be able to keep children (and teachers) from attending the VBS!
Thank you for praying!
Becky
Follow Hard Ministries
PO Box 342
Waverly, IA 50677
319.352.4433
www.followhardministries.com
FriFridayMayMay27th2011
May 27, 2011
Josh Lux and the team that is going to Joplin, Missouri, are looking to borrow a 3/4 ton truck or a 10,000 pound trailer. It will be used to haul a skid loader.
If you can help in this way, contact Josh Lux at
or 830-7709.
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FriFridayMayMay27th2011
Matt Hill - Missing Please Pray
Our dear friend and brother Matt Hill is missing. Last seen Tuesday, May 24, at 10:30am in DC's Chinatown. Friends and Family are searching DC and VA for him. If you have any information, please call Officer McClam (Metro Police): 202-730-1903. Please share this on your wall and help us to get the word out.
http://www.wusa9.com/news/article/152512/158/Search-Is-On-For-Missing-Man
www.wusa9.com
Hill was on his way to work at the Capitol Hill Baptist Church on A Street, NE, DC. He was last seen at the Verizon Center on F Street, NW.
FriFridayMayMay27th2011
May 27, 2011
Dear CHBC Family,
I want to thank you for your prayers, cards, phone calls and support during my father’s recent battle with pancreatic cancer. Truly the Lord has used your prayers to bring comfort and peace to my family as last Thursday my father passed into the presence of his Lord and Savior.
I can’t express my appreciation enough for the church allowing me the privilege to go to Ohio to care for my Dad in his last days. And what can I say about the 3 men who drove 10 hours one way to my father’s viewing to express your love and sympathies to me and my family!
Thank you again for your kindness, compassion and comfort during a difficult time.
Dann Green (and family)
1 Corinthians 15:57-58
But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.
Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.
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Joplin, MO Trip
Here are a list of needs if you would like to make a donation. Please place all donations in the Kitchen and mark them "Joplin, MO" by Sunday - Tuesday morning. Thank you!
Gift
Cards for GAS, Supplies & Pharmacy Needs
Kum
& Go
Wal-Mart
Lowes
Walgreen’s
or CVS Pharmacy
Laundry
Care
Laundry
Bags
Liquid
Laundry Soap, Dryer Sheets
Quarters
to do laundry
Bottled
Water, “Gatorade” type powder mixes in BULK & Individual packages
Individually
packaged
Snack mixes
Dried fruit
Granola bars
Meat Sticks
HYGIEN
Items & FREEZER Style Quart & Gallon ZIP LOCK Bags
Shampoo/Conditioner
Liquid
Soap
Deodorant
Toothbrush/Toothpaste
/ Mouthwash
Dental
Floss or picks
Sunscreen
Kleenex
Hair
Combs/Brushes
FIRST AID & OTHER supplies
for those doing CLEAN UP/Repair
Leather work gloves
Heavy Duty Trash Bags
Large Tarps
Duct Tape
Small & Large Band-Aids (durable!)
Non-Stick
Gauze
“Co-Ban”
type product
Tape
3” or 4” Ace Wraps
Disposable Ice Packs
Antibiotic
Ointment
First
Aid Spray
Saline
for wound irrigation & Eye Wash
Roll
Gauze or Kling
Co-Ban
type product
Hydrocortisone
cream
Acetaminophen
Ibuprofen
or Naproxen
Sunscreen
Antihistamine
(Benadryl, Loratadine, etc.)
Diapers and Pull-Ups
Baby Wipes
Infants & children’s Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen
New underwear & socks
Baby
wash
Baby
Lotion
Triple
Paste diaper cream
Sunscreen
Bibles
Other:
Batteries
Disposable silverware, plates, napkins, cups
Clean, Reusable Shopping Bags – for food packs to families
FriFridayMayMay27th2011
Reminder of items needed for VBS
Please contact Katie Farwell at katiefarwell@gmail.com or 269-5584 if you can donate any of the following items:
Iron Pots and Kettles
Large Pieces of Cardboard
* Interior Paint (light grey, black, brown)
Lanterns
Large Triangle Instrument
Rubber Snakes
* 2 five gallon buckets
* 2 Hula Hoops
Camping Dishes
* Small Washtub
Nightcap and Nightshirt
Long Bib Apron
Arm Sling
Harmonica
* Firewood (5 smaller logs)
Old West Style Clothing For Drama:
Vests
Bandanas
Long Skirts
Boots
Hats
Bonnets
Southern Belle Gowns
Old style pin-striped suit
Bow-tie
Duster Coat
Top Hat
Please place all donated items in PK's office. All items will be returned after VBS.
ThuThursdayMayMay26th2011
River Hills Work Project Rescheduled
Please mark you calendar for June 11th from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm for our work project over at River Hills School. There will not be a breakfast on this day so eat hearty at home and come with all your tools ready to work and minister to the River Hills staff that come to work with us.
If you have any questions, contact Michele Green in the church office.
277-3889
office@cedarheightsbaptist.com
WedWednesdayMayMay25th2011
Prayer update on Michelle Manion
Thank you all for praying for me during surgery. The surgery went fine and all the growth was removed. I still have a lot of unanswered questions as to what it was and why it was there. What I’ve been told so far is that at least part of what was removed was dead tissue. The test came back showing that it looks to be rheumatoid arthritis rather than a tumor. I appreciate your continued prayers as I seek to learn more about this and figure out what to do next. My next appointment in Iowa City is June 2. Till then I am getting back on my feet slowly. I’m not in a lot of pain, but the swelling and stiffness is fairly significant. Thanks for all the prayers, cards and meals. My family and I appreciate you all very much!
Michelle Manion
WedWednesdayMayMay25th2011
Workers needed in Joplin, MO
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Hey Everyone,
I wanted to send out a quick email to let everyone know I'm looking for a few guys (5 more) to make a trip down to Joplin, MO with me in the next week or so. My intentions are to leave June 1st and come back by the 4th or 5th. This could change depending on what I hear from Samaritans Purse. At this point, I am the only one going. If you know of anyone that would be interested, please let me know!
This will be a great opportunity for anyone to live out their faith, and share with those in a great time of need. Samaritans Purse is all about sharing Gods love with those who have been struck by disaster by providing emergency supplies and care.
I am also looking to see if anyone would know someone that I could borrow a small covered trailer and a generator from.
Please pray for the people of Joplin, and that God would use the volunteers of Samaritans Purse to impact those suffering.
You can reach me at 319-830-7709
In Christ,
Josh Lux
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I am going to be packing the church cooler for these guys going to Joplin, MO. They will be leaving on June 1st so I would like to have the cooler packed by the day before (May 31) to give to Josh.I wondered if I could have some volunteers to make, bake, and or purchase some items to help me pack this cooler. There will be 15 guys going. This food will feed them on their trip down and during breaks while they are working.
1 dozen ham sandwiches
1 dozen turkey sandwiches
1 dozen roast beef sandwiches
1 case gaterade
2 cases water
2-3 dozen cookies
fruit - apples, grapes, pears
snacks - anything you think they guys would enjoy.
If you would like to contribute, please contact me, Michele Green at the church office, office@cedarheightsbaptist or 277-3889.
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My Dad lives in Springfield which is about an hour from Joplin. He will be in town this weekend for the holiday. I would like to send some stuff down with him when he returns to donate to the tornado victims. If you know anyone that would like to donate please let them know. From the information I have the largest need at the moment is personal items. (specific list below) I was also thinking that some Bibles might be appreciated. They lost everything.
I realize its short notice but I would need to pick the stuff up by around noon on Saturday.
Specific Items (this is not the only things that are needed - its just a start): shampoo, conditioner and body wash, hairbrushes, razors, deodorant, laundry soap, chapstick, flashlights and batteries, cell phone chargers and pre-paid cellphones, baby powder, lotion, plasticware, D-batteries, napkins, pull-ups.
Thanks,
Tiffany S. Murty
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WedWednesdayMayMay25th2011
VBS Items Needed
Please contact Katie Farwell at katiefarwell@gmail.com or 269-5584 if you can donate any of the following items:
Iron Pots and Kettles
Large Pieces of Cardboard
* Interior Paint (light grey, black, brown)
Lanterns
Large Triangle Instrument
Rubber Snakes
* 2 five gallon buckets
* 2 Hula Hoops
Camping Dishes
* Small Washtub
Nightcap and Nightshirt
Long Bib Apron
Arm Sling
Harmonica
* Firewood (5 smaller logs)
Old West Style Clothing For Drama:
Vests
Bandanas
Long Skirts
Boots
Hats
Bonnets
Southern Belle Gowns
Old style pin-striped suit
Bow-tie
Duster Coat
Top Hat
Please place all donated items in PK's office.
TueTuesdayMayMay24th2011
May 24, 2011
Michael John Kearney was born early this morning. He weighs 7 lbs, 6 oz and measures 20 1/2 inches. We thank God for a healthy baby, and for all your prayers and support.
Joe and Emily
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Dear Church Family-
For those who have not already heard, we are praising God for the amazing way that He sold our house! We are so thankful and blessed that before we even got through our "to-do" list to put it on the market, the Lord sent us a buyer. That is an answer to prayer beyond what we would even think to ask--is God good or what? June 10th is the scheduled closing date so we are in the countdown of final preparations for our move to Whidbey Island. Please pray for all the details and preparations that still need to be worked out. If any of our church family are in need of furniture items please email us at heinocf@cfu.net and I can send a list and/ or pictures or stop over on Saturday morning (for our final garage sale).
Also, please pray for Maalik as he has been recovering slowly from a bout of strep throat.
There are some things about life in Cedar Falls that we will not miss--mosquitoes, poison ivy, humidity, and cold winters….but we will miss our CHBC family. We cannot even describe all the ways you have blessed our lives and ministered to our family through the years--we love you.
Suzie and Dean
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TueTuesdayMayMay24th2011
Address for Margaret Green
For those wanting to send sympathy cards to Pastor Dann's Mother, her address is:
142 Palmer Dr.
Cedarville, Ohio 45314
MonMondayMayMay23rd2011
Zechariah Neely Update
John, Elizabeth, and Zechariah Neely are home in Waterloo!!
Zechariah continues to recover well from his May 12 surgery. He is feeding normally and seems to be a calm and content little boy. The Neelys would like to thank their CHBC family for their numerous notes of encouragement and hours in prayer while they were in Iowa City. They were blessed to witness God answering prayer and for the opportunities to share God's love and care with other families they interacted with.
If you would like to assist the Neelys as they transition to parenthood, please contact Kerry Thatcher at 287-5534 or
. She has a list of service opportunites.
FriFridayMayMay20th2011
Saturday Cancellations
Men's Breakfast and the River HIlls workday have both been cancelled for Saturday morning.
ThuThursdayMayMay19th2011
Services for Harold Green
Dear Family and Friends,
Thank you for your continue prayers. Plans have now been made for Harold Green's services. On Saturday, May 21, 2011, we look forward to receiving friends and family in visitation according to the schedule below. Sunday afternoon we will have a private family service. Sunday evening, May 22, 2011, there will be a public memorial service at which we remember Harold's life and public ministry and celebrate the goodness and grace of His Savior.
Visitation:
Saturday, May 21, 2011, 4:00-7:00 pm
Grace Baptist Church, 109 North Main Street, Cedarville, OH 45314
Memorial Service of Celebration for Harold R. Green
Sunday, May 22, 2011, 6:00 pm
James T. Jeremiah Chapel, Cedarville University, 251 North Main Street, Cedarville, OH 45314
We trust that you will be able to rejoice with us as we celebrate Harold's home going. Though he will be sorely missed, we anticipate a great reunion in heaven.
With Anticipation,
The Green Family
"Looking for the blessed hope and the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Christ Jesus."
—Titus 2:13
ThuThursdayMayMay19th2011
Children's Sunday School Closing Program
Dear Parents,
Just a reminder that our Sunday school closing program will be this Sunday May 22nd at 9:30. The program will bring promptly at 9:30 so please arrive with your children no later than 9:25. Thank you! Looking forward to seeing you!
Sandy
ThuThursdayMayMay19th2011
Harold R. Green
Dear Church Family,
My father has finished his battle with Pancreatic Cancer today. He went home to be went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 19, 2011, at 3:10 am. We are rejoicing with him that his past sufferings are not worth comparing with the present glory he is presently experiencing!
As a family, we are so grateful for the prayers and expressions of love that have sustained and supported us through this time. We have been so blessed with our extended family of faith and know that you will continue to uphold us in the days ahead.
We are in the process of making plans for a special Memorial Service to honor my Father's life and Lord. May the Lord encourage your hearts as you have encouraged ours.
Dann and Michele Green
"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His great mercy has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead."
—1 Peter 1:3
FriFridayMayMay13th2011
Zechariah Neely Update
Zechariah Neely's surgery went well. He is breathing more on his own and less through the respirator. He did need to receive more morphine for his pain. Elizabeth was able to change his diaper this morning, and Zechariah received Elizabeth's milk though a feeding tube.
John and Elizabeth were blessed to receive a LARGE stack of printed-out emails this afternoon, and they want to thank their church family for their love, support, and prayers.
ThuThursdayMayMay12th2011
Prayer for Michelle Manion
I had a long day in Iowa City (3 ½ hours just for one appt), BUT I feel like I got some more confident answers. The mass in my knee does need to be removed ASAP which will be next week. They want to get this out so that it doesn’t cause a grinding or deteriorating of my knee. The good news is that it “looks” to be localized and all on the front. If this is really the case when they get in there, they expect to be able to get all of it with this one surgery and then NOT have it return. We can pray that this really is the case. They plan to do a scope next Friday in Iowa City to pull out the mass. They will then test it to find out exactly what it is. They still expect it to be this PVNS which is where the lining of the knee grows causing pain, swelling, burning, etc; but they think we may have caught it early enough. Until then I am free to walk around as my pain level tolerates. J I still need to take it easy, but I’ve been cleared to try and do some things. J
Thanks for your prayers! Please continue to pray as I head into surgery next week. It would be wonderful if this could be simple and treated with just one surgery.
Michelle
ThuThursdayMayMay12th2011
Contact Information for Neely's
Hello,
My name is Karyn Elliott, and I am Elizabeth Neely's sister. I wanted to let you know that if anyone wishes to send a note of encouragement to John, Elizabeth and baby Zechariah during their hospital stay, there are two options:
Cards can be sent to the following address:
John and Elizabeth Neely
c/o The Ronald McDonald House
730 Hawkins Dr
Iowa City, IA 52246
Or you can send an email to the hospital and a volunteer will deliver it to John and Elizabeth. Use the following link and use Zechariah Neely as the patient's name.
http://www.healthcare.uiowa.edu/programs/volunteerservices/emailpatient.asp
Thank you for caring about my sister!
Sincerely,
Karyn Elliott
ThuThursdayMayMay12th2011
Lyle Taylor update
Please continue to pray for Lyle Taylor as he remains in the hospital and they continue running tests.
ThuThursdayMayMay12th2011
Update on Neely baby
Elizabeth is currently being discharged from Covenant and will be heading to Iowa City. Zechariah will be having his surgery within the hour (by 1:00). It is a 4-5 hour surgery if everything goes according to the surgeons' plans. They have performed the procedure before, but they have found more concerns- the surgery will be more extensive than thought this morning. John and his mom are with Zechariah, and Elizabeth and her mom will not make it to Iowa City in time to see Zechariah before his procedure. That has been very hard for Elizabeth. Elizabeth is asking that we please pray for peace and trust in this time of storm. She is taking comfort in the fact that God is sovereign over all, but struggles with His plan being different than her own. She also asks that we pray that Elizabeth and her mom make it to Iowa City safely and don't get lost.
ThuThursdayMayMay12th2011
Pray for Zechariah Neely
Please be in prayer for Elizabeth and John Neely as they discovered that their baby Zechariah's esophagus is not attached to his stomach and he will be transported to Iowa City for surgery there. They have requested no visitors at this time. Pray for Elizabeth to regain strength after just giving birth and for the care of little Zechariah as they remain in Iowa City for about a week.
WedWednesdayMayMay11th2011
May 11, 2011
River Hills Work Project - May 21st from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. Meet at 2700 Grand Blvd., Cedar Falls!
Matthew 25:40
40 And the King will answer them, ‘Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me.’
On May 21, we will be doing grounds work at River Hills School, from 9am to 1pm. River Hills School is a public sponsored special school for students with moderate, severe, and profound developmental disabilities. The school serves students from birth through age 21. We have adopted this school as our way to reach out in our community. It is located at 2700 Grand Blvd., Cedar Falls - 1 block from our church.
Join us as we show true religion, caring for those who cannot care for themselves, for the “least of these”. It also speaks loudly that as a church, we are about the gospel of Jesus Christ, that we serve without expecting a return and expect no benefit to ourselves - we do it as a reflection of who God is and his heart of compassion for people.
Bring your rakes, carts, gloves, shovels, hedge trimmers and more as we will be spreading mulch, dirt, planting grass seed, edging flower beds, trimming bushes, cutting down trees and raking. There will be a job for all ages. Come and be a blessing and be blessed!
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Thank you all for praying for me. I
saw my doctor on Monday. I am not progressing as I had hoped, and will
need to stay bedridden for at least the next 3 weeks. I am not to go
anywhere or do anything at all that would put pressure on my knees and legs.
There was even a discussion of putting me in skilled care in a nursing home for
3 weeks! Thankfully my doctor feels I can stay in my own home. After
3 weeks, we will see what progress I have made and see if I can begin to put
weight on my knees. It is possible that my body is not allowing the
necessary bone reabsorption for healing. If that is the case, we will
have to explore other options in order to get me upright again. I am
grateful for all the meals, calls, cards and support that my church family has
shown me. I am trying not to get discouraged as this has turned into a
much longer and more difficult time than originally anticipated. I know
God is good and that there are lessons for me and my family during this time. I
am humbled by the many kindnesses that have been shown to me and my family. Thank
you so much and please continue to pray for God's will in my healing.
Jenny Miller
TueTuesdayMayMay10th2011
May 10, 2011
Summer Camp at IRBC
For those who are sending their children to summer camp - please contact Greg Christensen for details and go to the IRBC.org website to download your forms. Thank you.
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Attention CHBC Family - River Hills Work Project is coming May 21st!!!!!!!!!
Matthew 25:40
40 And the King will answer them, ‘Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me.’
James 1:27
27 Religion that is pure and undefiled before God, the Father, is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained from the world.
This work project is our opportunity as a church family to show true religion, caring for those who cannot care for themselves, for the “least of these”. It also speaks loudly that we as a church are about the gospel of Jesus Christ, that we serve without expecting a return and expect no benefit to ourselves - we do it as a reflection of who God is and his heart of compassion for people.
Bring your rakes, carts, gloves, shovels, hedge trimmers, chain saws and more as we will be spreading mulch, dirt, planting grass seed, edging flower beds, trimming bushes, cutting down trees, raking leaves, and picking up branches. There will be a job for all ages. Come and be a blessing and be blessed!
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We just want you to know how very much we appreciated your contributions of money and food for our
College meals. The students enjoyed the meals and we are looking forward to the fall when our students
return.
Thank you so much for your generosity, we couldn't have done it without your help.
The Committee
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Congratulations to Elizabeth and John Neely on the safe arrival of Zechariah Neely born today, 5/10/2011
at 2:46 pm, 6 lbs. 13 oz.
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MonMondayMayMay9th2011
May 9, 2011
Please note that May 15th at 6:00 pm is our Members Quarterly Meeting. If you are a member, it is a responsibility and privilege to be there. Mark your calendars and see you on May 15th.
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Please note that the Mission Banquet/Silent Auction for the Innerchange Youth Group mission trip to Denver, CO is this Saturday night, from6-8pm!
We would encourage everyone who is able to attend, as it will be a great opportunity to learn more about the trip and support our teens in their work for God this summer. If you are planning to attend the Banquet and have not taken a ticket, please reply to this email ASAP and let us know how many are planning to attend. We need this information by Tuesday morning in order to plan for the Banquet.
Thank you for your support and encouragement of the Innerchange Youth Group! We are excited about serving you and sharing our plans for the summer with you this Saturday!
FriFridayMayMay6th2011
River Hills Work Project
CHBC - We have a yearly opportunity to be active in our community to show the love of Christ. In the past we have participated in Love Cedar Valley but for this year and for the future we desire to adopt River Hills and do two work projects a year. We need YOU! This is a great opportunity to show love and care to the least of these by helping River Hills with some of their spring grounds work.
Date: May 21, 2011 at 9am to 1:00 pm
What to Bring: work tools and gloves, water, and whatever else needed (nothing is being provided)
All ages welcome!
WedWednesdayMayMay4th2011
Help Needed!
Brothers.....
This Saturday Josh Lux and Jason Campbell are finishing up our garage construction and we'll be (weather permitting) putting the shingles on starting at 8:00! If any of you can and want to help we would GREATLY appreciate it!! We are just of of Rainbow Drive @ 2124 Parrish Street in Cedar Falls. It's the red house on the right hand side of the street. Please email me at
and let me know if you can help!!
THANKS IN ADVANCE!!
John and Lynn Secor <><
TueTuesdayMayMay3rd2011
Prayer for the Nation Day 2
Dear Cedar Heights
Baptist Church,
As people of faith, we
have the opportunity this Thursday to cry out to the One True God on behalf of
our nation. We do not call out generically to the gods of a pluralistic nation
in the midst of their pantheon of gods. Rather, we cry out to the God of the
Scriptures: Yahweh, El Shaddai (Almighty God), the God of Abraham, Isaac and
Jacob, the Triune God (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit). Will you join with me in praying
to our One True Triune God this Thursday for the National Day of Prayer?
Kevin Wilkening
National Day of Prayer, 2011 -- By the
President of the United States of America -- A Proclamation
WASHINGTON, April 29, 2011 /Christian Newswire/ -- The following proclamation is released by the White House:
Throughout our history, Americans have
turned to prayer for strength, inspiration, and solidarity.
Prayer has played an important role in the
American story and in shaping our Nation's leaders. President Abraham Lincoln
once said, "I have been driven many times upon my knees by the
overwhelming conviction that I had nowhere else to go. My own wisdom and that
of all about me seemed insufficient for the day." The late Coretta Scott
King recounted a particularly difficult night, during the Montgomery bus
boycott, when her husband, the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., received a
threatening phone call and prayed at the kitchen table, saying, "Lord, I
have nothing left. I have nothing left. I have come to the point where I can't
face it alone." Dr. King said, in that moment of prayer, he was filled
with a sense of comfort and resolve, which his wife credited as a turning point
in the civil rights movement.
It is thus fitting that, from the earliest
years of our country's history, Congress and Presidents have set aside days to
recognize the role prayer has played in so many definitive moments in our
history. On this National Day of Prayer, let us follow the example of President
Lincoln and Dr. King. Let us be thankful for the liberty that allows people of
all faiths to worship or not worship according to the dictates of their
conscience, and let us be thankful for the many other freedoms and blessings
that we often take for granted.
Let us pray for the men and women of our
Armed Forces and the many selfless sacrifices they and their families make on
behalf of our Nation. Let us pray for the police officers, fire fighters, and
other first responders who put themselves in harm's way every day to protect
their fellow citizens. And let us ask God for the sustenance and guidance for
all of us to meet the great challenges we face as a Nation.
Let us remember in our thoughts and
prayers those who have been affected by natural disasters at home and abroad in
recent months, as well as those working tirelessly to render assistance. And,
at a time when many around the world face uncertainty and unrest, but also hold
resurgent hope for freedom and justice, let our prayers be with men and women
everywhere who seek peace, human dignity, and the same rights we treasure here
in America.
The Congress, by Public Law 100-307, as
amended, has called on the President to issue each year a proclamation
designating the first Thursday in May as a "National Day of Prayer."
NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President
of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim May 5, 2011, as a National
Day of Prayer. I invite all citizens of our Nation, as their own faith or
conscience directs them, to join me in giving thanks for the many blessings we
enjoy, and I ask all people of faith to join me in asking God for guidance,
mercy, and protection for our Nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my
hand this twenty-ninth day of April, in the year of our Lord two thousand
eleven, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred
and thirty-fifth.
BARACK OBAMA
TueTuesdayMayMay3rd2011
May 3, 2011
May 7th - No Men's breakfast
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May 15th - CHBC will only have one morning worship service for the summer beginning at 10:30 am. The 8:00 am service will resume in the Fall.
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May 16th - Bridal Shower for Bri Widbin
All are invited to join the celebration at the home of Melody Gerrelts, 211 Sheridan Rd. Waterloo. Please RSVP by May 15th to 319-235-2929. She is registered at Target.
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Sarah Tully will be graduating on Friday, May 6th at 3:00 pm at Naz Lutheran in Cedar Falls. All are invited!
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College Graduation Open Houses:
Hannah Nielsen at CHBC, Saturday, May 7th from 11:00 am. to 1:30 pm.
Sarah Tully, Matt & Janaye Gerrelts at Gerrelts, Sunday, May 15th from 2:00 - 4:00 pm.
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MonMondayMayMay2nd2011
Donations for Silent Auction
Donations for Silent Auction
In preparation for the Innerchange Youth Group's Mission Trip to Denver, we are holding a banquet and silent auction on May 14 for the entire church. This will be a fun and informative evening to learn more about what our youth will be doing in Denver, and how you can support them through prayer or finances. The proceeds from the silent auction will also go toward the mission trip. We are in the process of getting donations for the auction from some local businesses that have been generous in the past. If any of you have any items or services that you would like to donate for the auction, we would greatly appreciate it. It doesn't have to be "big" things, some of you might be able to send some special home baked items, or possibly you work for a business that would be able to donate something or know of a business that would be interested in helping. If you have any ideas or would like to donate something, please contact either
Thank you.
ThuThursdayAprApril28th2011
April 28, 2011
Dear Parents,
As the end of another school year approaches so does the close of our children's Sunday school year. On May 22, during the Sunday school hour, the children will be presenting a closing program. We invite you to join us that morning in celebrating their accomplishments and to take time to thank their faithful and hard working teachers. We will be meeting in the Children's Sunday school area downstairs.
See you then!
Sandy Breitkreuz & Katie Farwell
3 yr. old teacher: Megan Wright
4 yr. old teachers: Jean Johnson & Pam McKernan
Kindergarten teacher: Tracy West
1-2 gr. teacher: Phyllis Irwin
3-4 gr. teacher: David Breitkreuz
5-6 gr. teacher: Greg Christensen
Music: Megan Troyer
ThuThursdayAprApril28th2011
Communion Preparation
As we prepare
to observe the Lord’s Table this Sunday, I thought I would direct our attention
to a question that we have all asked at one point or another. The question is: I have failed spiritually this week, can I partake
of the Lord's Supper?
Whether we have blown it at work, or
with our spouses, or with our children, or by ourselves when no one else was
looking; we all ask, “Can I really eat worthily at the Lord’s
Table this week?”
First, we all sin everyday of every
week. Nobody brings a successful week to the Lord's Table. Therefore, we bring
to the Table our sin. And that is part of the focus of the Lord’s Table. It is
calling for us to recognize our unworthiness, and Christ’s worthiness.
Second, when
we come to the Lord’s Table, and examine ourselves with the Word of God, we are
called to confess all known sin.
Psalm 19:12–14 (ESV) — Who
can discern his errors? Declare me innocent from hidden faults. 13 Keep back your servant also from
presumptuous sins; let them not have dominion over me! Then I shall be
blameless, and innocent of great transgression. 14 Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be
acceptable in your sight, O Lord,
my rock and my redeemer.
We should pray specific confession for specific
sins of which we are aware, we should pray general confession for the sins of
which we are unaware, and the result is that Christ cleanses us by applying His
own blood to us.
1 John 1:9 (ESV) — If we confess our
sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all
unrighteousness.
Third, now that God has assured us of
pardon through Jesus Christ’s work on the cross, we eat of the bread and drink
of the cup in a worthy manner, not because we are worthy in and of ourselves, but
because we have been united by faith to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. His blood
cleanses us and declares us worthy.
In light of these truth: what are the specific
sins in our lives that we need to be experiencing brokenness and contrition
over? Have we confessed them to God? If not, now is the time to confess them.
What are the relationships that need to
be mended before we observe the Lord’s Table on Sunday? Now is the time to mend
them.
Kevin Wilkening
WedWednesdayAprApril27th2011
April 27, 2011
As Kristin and I are quickly approaching our anticipated move to Australia we are in need of some luggage to help with our move. We are wondering if anyone in the church would have some old luggage that isn’t used any more that they would be willing to give us to help. If you are willing to help please call me at 319-433-5109 or email me at coulson.josh@gmail.com
Thanks,
Josh Coulson
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For those providing meals to Jenny Miller, a reminder that she has allergies to Nuts so when making meals - so no nuts and no oils made from nuts.
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TueTuesdayAprApril26th2011
April 26, 2011 2:00 pm
Reminder! There will NOT be prayer meeting this Wednesday due to the Awana Awards Night.
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No Men's Breakfast on May 7th.
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TueTuesdayAprApril26th2011
April 26, 2011
Dear Cedar Heights Family,
Jenny Miller has had confirmed that she has fractures in both knees. This will take a long time to heal and is quite painful. She is required to stay off her feet to allow healing. Her parents are with her for a couple more weeks to help with Gabe. But they felt they really could use some help with at least 2 meals per week for the next several weeks. If you desire to minister to the Miller's in this way, please contact the church office (277-3889).
Thank you,
TueTuesdayAprApril19th2011
Music Special on Sunday for the Children
Song Practice: Wednesday at 6:00 pm in the Auditorium
Parents, please bring your children so that they can practice. This is an important practice before they sing on Sunday, April 24th in the second service.
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Easter, April 24th - the children will be singing in the 10:30 am service.
MonMondayAprApril18th2011
April 18, 2011
I would appreciate prayers for myself. I have small fractures in the medial tibias of both knees. I'm to stay off my feet as much as possible for 2 weeks. It is also very painful. If I don't allow the tibias to heal, I will have to have surgeries on both knees. The good thing is that we have discovered I'm very prone to injury & will be going to the bone clinic to do more to prevent future injuries. Now I just have to be patient for these 2 weeks...and patience isn't my strong point! My parents will come tomorrow night to be here to help me & care for Gabe. Thank you for your prayers for God's healing.
Jenny Miller
ThuThursdayAprApril14th2011
April 14, 2011
Baby Dedication~Parents!!!! If you would like to participate in the upcoming Baby Dedication on May 8th at the start of the 10:30 am service, please contact the church office at office@cedarheightsbaptist.com with your name and your child's full name and birthdate.
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Baby Shower for Abby Cline
Saturday, April 30, 2011
10:30 am
Shower will be hosted at Kerry Thatchers home, 204 Sunset, Hudson, IA 50643
319-287-5534
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ThuThursdayAprApril14th2011
Additional Help for Konni Cantrall
While Konni continues to improve, there is still concern and need for her to rest. This time of year is extremely busy for Cory with his job at school. So with this in mind, Konni could use some extra help with childcare. Below are the dates that you can volunteer for:
Friday, April 15th - 9-1 (no School that day - all three girls)
Wednesday, April 20th – 9-1 Jordyn only
Friday, April 22nd – 9-1 Jordyn only
Thank you so much for your willingness to care in this way. Contact the church office if you'd like to take one of these days.
Thank you,
Michele Green
WedWednesdayAprApril13th2011
Funeral Arrangements - Kris Walters
Deceased: Kris Walters, husband of Marie Walters, son-in-law of Leon Walterman
Saturday, April 16th,
11:00 am at CHBC
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