Journey – January 2018 Update

The Journey student ministry had a busy end to the year with different service and fundraising activities. In January, keep your eyes and ears open for our annual super bowl sub sale. We would love to make some sandwiches for you for game day.

As we walk into this new year, many of us have thought of something we would like to do differently. You may have even heard the phrase, “New Year, New You.” This year I want to encourage you to live according to Ephesians 4:24. The NLT says it this way, “Put on your new nature, created to be like God—truly righteous and holy.” In Da Jesus book we read this version:
“You guys gotta start fo live da new kine way. God wen make dat new kine life so you guys can come jalike him. Den you guys goin be fo real an be good an spesho fo God, an live da true way.”

This year may your new you be molded and sculpted by the creator of the universe who knows exactly how and why he made you.

 ~ Jeremy Van Genderen
Director of Youth & Young Adults

Noah’s Ark Update – January 2018

What a great month we’ve had at preschool. We were very busy learning about the first Christmas. All
the classes visited with Pastor Kent and he told them about that special night that Jesus was born. Acting
out the very first Christmas was a big highlight for the children and families. Thank you to all who attended.
Thank you to all the generous families who donated items to help preschool! Thank you for the teachers’ gifts, too.

Registration for our 2018-2019 school year is open to everyone. If you know someone who needs information, have them stop by our office or call us at 396-3125 or visit: www.noahsarkcr.org.

In January the 4-year-olds will begin their testing. These tests are designed to be fun and playful and non-stressful. Testing will help the teachers give an accurate report card for parents so they may decide if Kindergarten or Alternative-Kindergarten is best for their child. It also helps parents identify some areas they may wish to work on with their child.

Thank you for supporting Noah’s Ark Preschool. We feel very blessed to be doing something that we love and sharing God’s Word.

In Christ,
~ Leslie
Director of Noah’s Ark Preschool

$329 Donated From Staff Ugly Sweater Competition

On Dec. 10, 2017 the Cedar Hills Staff took part in a friendly “Ugly Sweater” competition. Staff dressed in their best/worst ugly Christmas sweater attire, and the Cedar Hills community had a chance to vote for their favorite sweater combo.  The pics were up, the red kettles out, and Cedar Hills voted!  Our office administrator, Jennifer took the title for the ugliest sweater, but the real victory is the donation we were able to make from the contest to the Salvation Army.  Earlier today we presented our competition earnings to the Salvation Army with great joy!

Earlier this month Cedar Hills took a day of bell-ringing at the 16th Ave Fareway – and brought in the most donations for that day! Between the ugly sweaters and our kettle ringers, we were able to raise almost $1000 for the Salvation Army.

We are happy and blessed to be able to partner with our friends in the Salvation Army and appreciate the wonderful work they do in our community.

New Cross Training Classes begin Jan. 7

A new set of Cross Training classes begin Sunday, Jan. 7. Classes meet at 9:45 in between services. Register online or in the Gathering Space on Sunday mornings.

CLASS 1: Love Walked Among Us 

We claim to follow Jesus, but do we really understand what he was like as a person?  Jesus displayed a love unlike any the world has ever seen.  Compassionate, honest, powerful and sacrificial—love walking among us.  In this course, we’ll get to know Jesus better by observing his life and love as they unfold in the Gospels.  We’ll discover how to love someone when you get no love in return; how to love without being used by another person; how Jesus moves us from shame to forgiveness; and how Jesus’ unlimited grace changes the world. Register now.

CLASS 2: Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University 

THE SMARTER WAY TO MANAGE YOUR MONEY: It’s not fun living paycheck to paycheck. Enjoy your money without owing it so someone else.
SAVE FOR THE FUTURE: Get proactive! Build and emergency fund and invest with confidence.
MAKE A GREAT TEAM: Create a helpful budget that works for you AND your spouse. Learn to plan, save and grow together.

You will need to purchase an FPU kit for class if you don’t already have one. The church has purchased ten kits at a discounted price of $77.50.  This is a reduced price from the standard price of $109.  Scholarships are available for any wanting to participate but need financial assistance.  When signing up for the class, please indicate if you need a kit. Register now.

CLASS 3: Believe

Grounded in carefully selected scripture, Believe is a unique spiritual growth experience that takes you on a journey to think, act, and more more like Jesus.  This class walks you through the ten key Beliefs of the Christian Faith, the ten key practices of a Jesus-follower, and the ten key Virtues that characterize someone who is becoming more like Jesus. Every believer needs to ask these three questions: WHAT DO I BELIEVE? WHAT SHOULD I DO? WHO AM I BECOMING? Each class uses short topical biblical passages to help you live the story of the Bible. As you continue your journey, one simple truth will become undeniably clear: what you believe drives everything. Register now.

Dec. 17 Chili Cookoff Fundraiser

CHILI COOK-OFF

Calling all cooks and chili artisans! Bring a pot of your best and most delicious chilis to share.

On Sunday, Dec. 17 after the 2nd service, we’ll be sampling chilis of Cedar Hills’ best cooks.  Vote for your favorite chili by putting cash in the pot.  The proceeds of this fundraiser go towards youth events and trips.  To participate in the cook-off, indicate interest on the Sunday bulletin tear-off or contact Jeremy, Director of Youth & Young Adults. 

Want to bring a dessert? Let us know that as well.

There’s lots happening at Cedar Hills on December 17. Ugly sweaters, cook-off, children singing… read here for the full run down.

Financial Peace University begins January 7

We are excited to start a session of Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University beginning Sunday, Jan. 7. Class will be on Sundays at 9:45am at Cedar Hills Community Church.  To register, click here.

You will need to purchase the FPU kit for class if you don’t already own one.  The church has purchased ten kits at a discounted price of  $77.50.  This is a reduced price from the standard price of $109. Class participants are required to purchase a kit, one/family.  Scholarships are available for any wanting to participate in the class but need financial assistance.  In these cases,  contact Larry Pottebaum for more information.  People signing up for the class will need to indicate if they need a kit. The older kits will still work but there is also a special upgrade price of $49.

The Smarter Way to Manage Your Money

PAY OFF YOUR DEBT

It’s no fun living paycheck to paycheck. Enjoy your money without owing it to someone else.

SAVE FOR THE FUTURE

Get proactive! Build an emergency fund and invest with confidence.

MAKE A GREAT TEAM

Create a helpful budget that works for you AND your spouse. Learn to plan, save and grow together.

Register today.

The Holidays at Cedar Hills – 2017

Here are the events happening this month at Cedar Hills:

December 10

Staff Ugly Sweater Contest

The staff will be donning their ugly sweaters. Vote for your favorite by putting money in the red kettle. All proceeds will go to the Salvation Army and the winner announced Dec. 17.  Pictures of the staff in their sweaters will be on display beginning Dec. 3 in the Gathering Space.

December 17

Chili Cook-Off

After the 2nd service, we’ll be sampling chilis of Cedar Hills best cooks.  Vote for your favorite chili by putting cash in the pot.  The proceeds of this fundraiser go towards youth events and trips.  To participate in the cook-off, indicate interest on the bulletin tear-off or contact the office.  We’ll also be asking for desserts and sides to go along with the event.

Children’s Christmas Presentation

The children of All Stars for Jesus and Cross Training programs ages 3 to 5th grade will be singing a few songs in each of the services.

Ugly Sweater Sunday

Wear your ugly sweater to worship and we’ll celebrate the upcoming holiday with a little Cedar Hills’ fun.  If you have a child singing a song that day, be sure to have them wear their sweaters as well! We’ll be announcing the winner of the staff ugly sweater contest this day.

December 24

Christmas Eve – Morning

No Sunday morning services on Christmas Eve.

Christmas Eve – Afternoon/Evening

We will celebrate Christmas Eve at 3pm, 5pm and 7pm.  The Christmas Eve services are all identical.

December 31

New Year’s Eve

We will have regular Sunday morning worship services at 8:30am and 11am.

Love. Belong. Serve.