CHARLESTON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Christian Pioneer Weekly Newsletter
May 5, 2023
"We Seek God's Truth in His Word and Salvation in
Jesus Christ Who is Lord of All"
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CPC Vision:
"To become flourishing disciples of Jesus Christ who live out
His Great Commandments and His Great Commission"
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CLICK ON THE VIDEO BELOW TO HEAR LAST WEEK'S SERMON
"The Good Shepherd and the Gate"
Dr. Earl A. Bland
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Charleston Presbyterian Church
Worship Service for:
May 7, 2023
9:45 A.M.
First Scripture Lesson:
Psalm 146
Second Scripture Lesson:
Romans 13:1-7
Sermon:
"A Most High Calling"
Guest Preacher: Reverend Rich Robinson
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THIS SUNDAY!!!
Worship Service - 9:45 a.m.
Charleston Police Department Recognition
Family Life Center - 11:00 a.m.
Church Barbecue
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Congregational Meeting
May 21st in the sanctuary immediately following the worship service to elect a Pastor Nominating Committee.
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If you’ve ever shopped for an expensive product that has many customers, there is usually a “knock-off” version available in case you don’t have enough money for the real thing. For instance, it would be wise to know the difference between a Swiss, Geneva-made watch and one that has been produced in some other country. There are small inconsistencies in fake watches, and the authentic ones are easily more detailed and exhibit quality through and through.
Also, if you find a watch available from someone walking along the street and they are selling it cheap or “at a loss,” you may have a clue that there must be a very good reason. They are not authentic even though they may look like the real thing. The real thing is usually not sold by these methods or found in shady alleyways.
Jesus was concerned about similar forgeries in the Christian faith. Not all who call Him “Lord, Lord” are real Christians. In Matthew 7:22-23, “Many will say to Me on that day, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in Your name, and in Your name cast out demons, and in Your name perform many miracles?’ And then I will declare to them, ‘I never knew you; depart from Me, you who practice lawlessness.’”
He taught that at the end, a final separation will occur to weed out those who only appear to be Christ’s, but are not. Jesus taught that the weeds can appear so similar to wheat that only God will be able to sort through them. Jesus taught, “Allow both to grow together until the harvest; and in the time of the harvest I will say to the reapers, “First gather up the tares and bind them in bundles to burn them up; but gather the wheat into my barn.”
In Luke 6, we also read, “For each tree is known by its own fruit. For men do not gather figs from thorns, nor do they pick grapes from a briar bush…” Why do you call Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ and do not do what I say?”
Let us pray that when the wheat and the chaff are separated, and the wind blows the chaff away from the threshing floor, that we shall all remain as good seed bearing the fruit that benefits the Kingdom of God, His Church, and our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
In Christ’s Service,
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Discussions
Sunday School Class
Sundays at 9:00 a.m.
in the
Family Life Center
The Discussions Class will continue with Week 17 of its 2023 year on Sunday, May 7. We are discussing a DVD titled, THE CHOSEN. This Sunday we begin the episode titled, “INDESCRIBABLE COMPASSION.” Please join us even if you haven't been attending.
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The Better Together
Ladies Bible Study Group
The Ladies Bible Study is studying “John 1-3: The Word Became Flesh” by Matt Chandler. It focuses on the nature of Christ and how belief in Him leads to true life. We meet every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. in the Family Life Center. Call Susan Daniel (843-696-6855) or email bdaniel222@comcast.net if you have any questions. Please feel free to bring a friend.
Join us on Tuesdays at 10:00 AM in the Family Life Center
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Men's Bible Study
Wednesday's 7:30 AM (FLC)
(Coffee, Breakfast & Fellowship Included!)
This group is studying: Mysteries of the Messiah
The Men’s Bible Study is studying a 6-lesson series called “Mysteries of the Messiah’ by Rabbi Jason Sobel, a messianic Rabbi who is a spiritual guide and Jewish follower of Jesus. In this study, he will unveil divine connections of Jesus from Genesis to today. We meet each Wednesday at 7:30 AM for bible study, fellowship, breakfast, and coffee. We would like you to join us for this study and bring a friend. If you have questions call Elton Waldrop at 843-460-0088.”
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Prayer Partners
Join our Partners
in- Prayer E-Mail List
(send pastorswifelife@outlook.com
your email address to join the Prayer Partners)
SEND
Prayer Requests to:
RECEIVE:
Prayer Partners will be emailed all CPC prayer requests for our intercessory prayers.
PRAY:
God will do the rest!
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2023 CHARLESTON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
FLOWER COMMITTEE
Meet the women dedicated to bringing God glory throughout the year by creating and displaying the:
Church Altar Flowers each Sunday,
Special Dedication Flowers,
Christmas Advent Trees/Wreaths and Window Decorations
as well as the
Fellowship Table Decorations for CPC Events.
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2023
CPC
FLOWER
CREATORS
(L to R Leita Shroyer; Charleen Hammond; Cindy Parrish; Susan Daniel; Annette Truluck; Joan Willard; Ellen Deane; and Laura Bland
~If your talent is in flower arranging,
we need you.~
Contact Charleen Hammond if you would be interested in being part of this extraordinary group ~
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Would you like a special flower arrangement to honor or remember a certain someone near and dear to you, or extend a birthday blessing or an anniversary celebration?
The Sunday morning worship service flower arrangements are created by a team of people that enjoy taking the beauty of flowers and arranging them to honor and glorify God.
Email, sign-up in the side entrance hallway, or call the church office to choose the Sunday that you would like to give towards this ministry. Your special arrangement will be announced in that Sunday's bulletin.
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MAY ELDER CONTACTS:
ELDER(S) ON CALL:
Harry Rozier
COVENANT PARTNER:
Sandy Floyd
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MAY
BIRTHDAY
CELEBRATIONS
May 2 - Leita Shroyer
May 9 - Earl Bland
May 13 - Joanne Harth
May 15 - Tammy Tucker
May 21 - Brian Nommay
May 24 - Anne O'Neal
May 25 - Fatima Falangola
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Check out the mission fields that God has CPC actively working in. |
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A non-denominational, non-profit providing food, clothing, medical care, counseling, job placement, shelter, financial assistance and vital services to the impoverished. We offer a safe, compassionate, and inviting place for all people in need.
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Please bring your non-perishable goods to church each Sunday to be collected in the boxes on the back pew of the overflow section.
Rev. Kara Joy Stewart
Executive Director
Neighbors Together (formerly Tricounty Family Ministries)
2105 Cosgrove Ave.
North Charleston, SC 29405
work – 843.747.1788
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In the middle of the highway between San Jose & Cartago lies a village called ‘Fierro’. I went evangelizing on this day and it wasn’t long before I discovered an older man named Fernelli Rojas Rios. One way that Fernelli makes ends meet is that he picks and gathers the ripe coffee-cherries which have 2 coffee beans in each one, as seen in the picture of him above. This helps give Fernelli a form of income along with other little jobs that he does.
After talking with Fernelli for quite some time, he told me the reason that he attends a local Catholic Church. He made it clear that it was not because he was Catholic or that he believed any of their teachings. The reason that he goes to the Catholic Church is because he feels that God has him there for a reason. The reason is to tell others going there the truth of God’s word and to lead them away from the false teachings or false dogma of the Catholic Church. Please pray for Fernelli that Jesus will continue to use him in a mighty way to lead people away from idolatry and into a personal relationship with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
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This past week, we had a team down from Missouri to do mission work here in Costa Rica. As you can see in the top left hand corner of the picture, the team had to be brave by crossing an “Indian Jones” like swinging bridge to enter into that particular village. The group knocked on doors as you can see in the upper right hand corner where Holly was sharing the gospel with Angela and opening the door for me to do future bible studies in her home. In the bottom left corner, you can see that the team also went ziplining where they continued the “Indian Jones” idea where only a “leap of faith” could help one get to the other side. |
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Giving towards the mission work with the Folk Family in Costa Rica is easy : Just click on the Folk Family Ministries logo above and you'll be brought straight to the secure website. Bless you for helping the Folks serve in the mission field. |
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~Jacob and Courtenay Folk ~ Missionaries
With Daughters, Lizzy & Sophia
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(To partner with the Folk’s by donating & becoming
part of our ministry in Costa Rica simply scan
this QR CODE with your camera and it will link
you to Jacob & Courtenay at Global Outreach International)
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FOLK FAMILY BLEND COFFEE
Simply contact “Dan the coffee man” at High Point Roasters
(Ask for the The Folk Family Blend)
Office (Mail Orders): 662-534-9797
Cell: 662-316-7382
739 L-2 Hwy 15 North - New Albany, MS 38652
(Just Remember to ask for the The Folk Family Blend)
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YOUNG LIFE OF
WEST ASHLEY
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Each Monday evening in the Family Life Center @ 6:00
West Ashley YoungLife
Their Mission:
Introducing adolescents to Jesus Christ and helping them grow in their faith.
Working with the local church is important to Young Life:
Although congregations can minister in ways we can’t, Young Life has inroads in communities with kids who are disinterested in church. However, as Young Life staff and leaders care for these kids, we try to help them become lifelong followers of Jesus Christ who will one day be active in the life of a local church.
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CHARLESTON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
STAFF
1 Thessalonians 5:2-3 "We give thanks to God always for all of you, making mention of you in our prayers; constantly bearing in mind your work of faith and labor of love and steadfastness"
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Senior Pastor/Head of Staff
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Sandy Floyd
Administrative Assistant
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Robin White
Lead Nursery Caretaker
Children's Sunday School
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Have a questions for our staff? Want to hear a piece of music from the choir that just makes you feel closer to God? Do you have a special piece of Christian music you would like played during the pre-service worship time? By clicking on their name, you will be able to email them directly to make your request or ask your question.
We are here to serve a wonderful God and His people.
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