The 2-3-12 Edition of the Communion Press
http://www.communionpres.org/newsletter.html
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1. Survivor: Malta @ ComPres (2/5)
--> Read Acts 28:1-15
--> Sunday School after the service
--> Special visit by Clyde & Ann Reed
2. The Week & More (2/6-11)
--> FOUR mid-week Evening Studies for you to attend!
3. Family Conference (2/24-25)
--> http://www.chinourc.org/GRC_conference.cfm
--> REGISTER NOW: http://www.chinourc.org/GRC_registration.cfm
4. New Sermon Series Announced
--> Scheduled to begin March 4, 2012
5. Thanks, News, Announcements, Links...
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1. Our current preaching series is entitled, “Who ACTS This Way?” (A survey of the book of Acts). The Christian church has many expressions today; but is the church mindful of the Book of Acts which was written to convince the reader to identify the theology, growth, and influence, of the early church? Reformed churches care deeply about what we learn from this book, and thus, we are taking an extensive look at this text in order to identify and adopt the convictions that Christ designed for his church.
Our preaching series has taken well over a year and we are now to the final chapter of the book of Acts. In this chapter, we witness the conclusion of a shipwreck and a snake attack. As this happens before the eyes of the islanders of Malta, it is their conclusion that something must be wrong with the Apostle Paul – that he is somehow the focus of a divine curse. But what the anticipated death of Paul does not happen; but rather, his life leads to the healing of many people in Malta. Paul’s legacy continues to this day on the island of Malta. The conclusion of Paul’s sailing trip puts him in the direction of Rome; but as he lands in Italy, believers from around the region seek to meet with him. This is a great encouragement to the Apostle – AND, it would be a great encouragement to our church to have the saints gather together this Sunday to hear the message: Survivor: Malta!
HYMN OF THE MONTH: Jesus, Master, Whose I Am
- Communion Presbyterian Church meets @ 9:45AM at 311 W. Yale Loop, Irvine, Ca. 92604 (http://www.communionpres.org/location.html)
- Visit our website prior to each Sunday service in order to prepare for our assembly together: http://www.communionpres.org/service.html
- AFTER THE SERVICE: Please join us for refreshments and Sunday School for all ages (The pastor will make an early departure to travel with Rev. Clyde Reed and his wife to an appointment in Long Beach, Ca.)
2. We are gifted people! Participate in our GIFT Groups and Grow In Faith Together! Check the “Weekly Calendar” for meetings on our website homepage: http://www.communionpres.org/
There are opportunities for fellowship and instruction on almost every night of the week:
- Monday night Men’s Study (every other week – see website homepage for meeting dates).
- Tuesday night Couple’s Study (every other week – see website homepage for meeting dates).
- Wednesday Night Study meets at the Starks each week at 7:30pm. Get the latest details here: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Wednesday-Night-Study-and-Fellowship/168405760899
- Thursday (every other) Moms @ Mid-days at 10am! Check in with Yocelyng!
- Thursday Night Bible Study led by the Pastor in Lake Forest @ 6:30PM (a light meal is served): http://www.facebook.com/pages/Thursday-Night-Bible-Study/170940569678123
- Thursday Night Apologetics Course in Irvine sponsored by Apologetics.com: http://www.facebook.com/events/245136235546431/
--> Mark your calendars for these important dates coming up soon:
- February 24-25 – Growing Reformed Church Conference: http://www.facebook.com/events/192878810791291/
- March 11 – Daylight Saving (Spring forward)
- April 27 – Marriage Retreat: http://www.familylife.com/groups/communionpres
-- Please consult our Extended Calendar of Events at: http://www.communionpres.org/newsletter.html
3. This year’s Growing Reformed Churches Conference topic will be "The Reformed Family." Our speakers include Dr. Joel Beeke, Dr. W. Robert Godfrey, Dr. Steve Kortenhoeven, and Dr. Cornel Venema. More information and opportunity to register are coming soon: http://www.chinourc.org/GRC_conference.cfm
--> REGISTER NOW: http://www.chinourc.org/GRC_registration.cfm
4. Our upcoming preaching series will focus on seven major themes of the Bible (and some essential sub-themes that are all connected). The purpose of this series is to assist the Bible reader to anticipate these Biblical themes so they will not get lost or discouraged when reading through the whole Bible – especially passages that seem obscure from out day and time. Other purposes for this series relate to the consistent message of both testaments, the unified theology of the Bible, a clearer understanding of “prophetic passages,” and an understanding of the consistent promise and hope identified in every book of the Bible! Join us for the new series: Resurrecting the Messianic Hope!
5. Thanks, News, links, Announcements...
5a. Thank You to all the children (& adults) who made Valentines for the troops! These greetings are on their way to a Navy vessel in the Pacific fleet!
5b. Thank You to everyone who came out for our FOUNDATIONS DINNER event last weekend. We are thankful, grateful, and encouraged because of the way that God accomplishes His purposes among us! The review video will be posted soon. God bless you for all your sharing, contributing, participation, and fellowship. May the Lord be honored in all!
Thank You ALSO to the Original Pancake House of Orange who permits us each year to utilize their fine establishment for our annual meeting together! We encourage you to patronize them! http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Original-Pancake-House-Orange-CA/100942669636?sk=wall&filter=12
5c. “Theology Night with Sinclair Ferguson and R.C. Sproul.” Now online! Topics addressed included the doctrines of grace, when to leave a local church, Tim Tebow, dispensationalism, free will, and the peccability or impeccability of Jesus: http://www.ligonier.org/blog/video-now-available-theology-night-sinclair-ferguson-rc-sproul/
5d. Listen to recent Communion Presbyterian sermons online! Visit us at the following site: http://sermon.net/communion. Or, access many of our past messages archived here: http://www.sermoncloud.com/Compres/. Please visit and let others know about the Bible teaching of our church!
5.E. Extended Calendar of Events
February 24-25 – Growing Reformed Churches Conference
February 29 - Leap Wednesday
March 1 & 2 - Northeast Presbytery
March 11 - Daylight Saving (Spring forward)
April 1 - Palm Sunday (Anniversary Sunday)
April 6 -- Good Friday Service with Jubilee Presbyterian Church in Irvine
April 8 -- Resurrection Sunday
April 27 – Marriage Retreat = http://www.familylife.com/groups/communionpres
Prayers = An ongoing prayer list is published in the Communion Core Letter -- If you would like to receive this weekly email, please contact us!
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