CHARLESTON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Christian Pioneer Weekly Newsletter
October 13, 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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Come and sing unto the Lord.
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Charleston Presbyterian Church
Worship Service for:
October 15, 2023
9:45 A.M.
First Scripture Lesson:
1 John 5:4-5
Second Scripture Lesson:
Revelation 2:1-7
Sermon:
"Leaving Your First Love"
Preacher: Dr. Earl A. Bland
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OCTOBER
COFFEE FELLOWSHIP
Committee In Charge
ADMINISTRATIVE and
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
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The shoeboxes are located at the back of the church, along with a Shoebox Gift Ideas information sheets. The deadline for the filled shoeboxes to be returned to the church is November 12. If you have any questions, please see Charleen Hammond. |
At the beginning of the Reformation on October 31, 1517, the Church was forever changed by a new, yet prior truth about faith. When the Bible was taken out of the hands solely of the hierarchy of priests and clergy and translated into the common language of the people, everyone who could read understood that it was by faith alone in Jesus Christ that we are saved. The verse that forever changed Martin Luther was actually from the Old Testament, Habakkuk 2:4b, “But the righteous will live by his faith.” “To live” meant not only to live in this life, but to live eternally.
The New Testament has many parallels, like Ephesians 2:8, “For by grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God.” And in Romans 1:17, Galatians 3:11, and Hebrews 10:38, all quote Habakkuk 2:4b. Therefore, if the early church agreed that faith in Christ was the key to eternal life, it is safe to teach and preach this truth for all time. Especially today, as well as in Martin Luther’s day, when there seems to be other ways that become popular such as good works or philosophies or other religions, we must cling to this prior divine truth of faith in Christ as the Scriptures reveal.
This October year marks the 506th year since the beginning of the Reformation. How will we exhibit our faith in Jesus Christ our Lord? I plan to continue to worship, study together with other Christians, serve in ways the Lord leads me, and give all that I can so that the Gospel will go out from the pulpit of CPC and be heard all over America on radio broadcasts. I plan to be faithful to the Great Commission of Jesus Christ our Lord.
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 NOT BE MEETING on Sunday, October 15.***
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The Better Together
Ladies Bible Study Group
We have begun an 8-week study on "Luke" by Lisa Harper. The study will be through December 5 (we will not meet on November 21).
We meet every Tuesday at 10:00 AM in the Family Life Center. If you have any questions, please contact Susan Daniel at 843-696-6855 or bdaniel222@comcast.net. Come and enjoy wonderful fellowship and good Bible-filled blessings with us. We would love you to bring a friend as well.
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Men's Bible Study
Wednesday's 7:30 AM (FLC)
(Coffee, Breakfast & Fellowship Included!)
This group is studying: John 1-12, Part 1: The Living Word of God
The Men’s Bible Study has begun the second study book of the Book of John. The second study book covers chapters 13-21 in 13 lessons. Please join us each Wednesday at 7:30 AM in the Family Life Center for fellowship, breakfast, coffee and the study of God’s Word. 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
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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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OCTOBER ELDER CONTACT:
ELDER(S) ON CALL:
JIMMY PARRISH
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OCTOBER
BIRTHDAY
CELEBRATIONS
10/03 – Karen McGee
10/5 – Terri Baker
10/8 – Dwight Kennerly
10/11 – Ed Roberts
10/20 – Sarah Thornhill
10/22 – Ty Chryst
10/24 – Nick Chalfa
10/25 – Troy Smith
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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
work – 843.747.1788
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The Folk Family has returned to the United States and are depending on God and our prayerful support as they begin their new life in the US. CPC will continue to support the Folk family ministry at least for the remainder of this year. |
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~Jacob and Courtenay Folk ~ Missionaries
With Daughters, Lizzy & Sophia
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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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