Youth Mission Trip 2023!! New Orleans! The first day of the Youth Mission Trip began with a bang, while we had a couple issues we persevered and remained positive. Leaving the church at 4:00 this morning to start the day, on our way to the Baltimore airport our first turmoil came with the Conowingo Dam not working and a detour being taken. Finally reaching the airport we discovered the news that the plane was delayed forty-five minutes, leaving us to discover and explore the airport. After the wait we finally and safely boarded the plane, flying out and reaching New Orleans with a congratulations from the Southwest crew on our mission courtesy of Alexa Musser chatting with the attendant....
“We Are Gathered By God” There is a woman who is sitting home alone reading her Bible. There is another woman who is at the church sitting around a table surrounded by styrofoam cups, as she serves on a committee trying to plan next summer’s Vacation Bible School and mission experience for the children. The question I want to ask you is, “Which of these two women is more deeply involved in the kingdom of God?” ...
From the Pastor "What a Friend We Have in Jesus" It's interesting that studies show that friendships are on the decline.One study showed that Americans have 1/3 fewer friends then they did 30 years ago.People today are living lonelier and more isolated lives.In the 1980's, the average American had at least 3 people they could...
Keep Reading"Sacrificial Friendship" In "The Lord of the Rings," a Hobbit named Frodo is chosen to destroy the evil ring of power, by casting it into the Cracks of Doom in the dark and ghastly land of Mordor.Now, Hobbits are tiny little creatures, homebodies really, who prefer a quiet life, and who would rather enjoy a good meal and a mug of ale with close friends over an adventu...
Keep Reading"Relatively Stressed" I love the story of the man who arrived home one day after workand found his son sitting on the front steps with his face in his hands.It was obvious that something was wrong.And so, the man asked his son what was bothering him.The little boy looked up and said, "Well, just between us, Dad, I'm having trouble getting along with your wife."It happens....
Keep ReadingTonight, April 21 - 7:00 P.M. "Rock of Ages" Join Pastor John and his good friend, Jim Craver, from Greensboro, NC, as they engage in a study, titled, "Rock of Ages," on some popular songs and their context within God's word.We will discuss a bit of history, trivia, listen to the songs and lyrics, and then discuss their theological content and spiritual themes from a...
Keep Reading"Rock of Ages" Join Pastor John and his good friend, Jim Craver, from Greensboro, NC, as they engage in a study, titled, "Rock of Ages," on some popular songs and their context within God's word.We will discuss a bit of history, trivia, listen to the songs and lyrics, and then discuss their theological content and spiritual themes from a Christian faith perspective.We...
Keep ReadingIn-person K.I.D.S. Own Worship is BACK!! After a year, it is time to begin in-person kid's programming once again on Sunday mornings at CLPC!! With the relaunch of in-person programming we have made some changes to our K.I.D.S Own Worship programming outline and style, of which will continue to change and morph as more families feel comfortable and are ready to return to i...
Keep Reading"Called to Work" Back when I was in the eighth grade, one of the required courses we had to take was Wood Shop, 7thgrade was Metal Shop, and 8thgrade was Wood Shop.One of the projects we had to make during the year in Wood Shop was a birdhouse.And so, I cut the wood to its specifications, hammered the nails, stained and painted the wood, did everything to make that the...
Keep Reading"Relationships R Us" Have you ever noticed that we pay strangers to do many of the tasks that friends, family and neighbors used to do for us?We employ massage therapists, personal trainers, personal shoppers, counselors, and style advisers.Our family, friends, and neighbors were there for us when we had money, and when we didn't have any money.They told us things that ...
Keep Reading"Bridges" I have been thinking about bridges lately.As snow falls on the ground, I find myself driving more carefully on bridges and overpasses, because they are the ones that tend to freeze and become very slick.In the NFL, there is the phrase "bridge quarterback," which alludes to a team that has moved on from its previous quarterback because of injury, trade, or reti...
Keep ReadingUndoubtedly, everyone has seen on the news the events that unfolded in Washington DC this week. Regardless of your political affiliation, no one should be pleased of the disruptions that were caused in the operation and functionality of our government. This is not the way things are supposed to be.And depending upon which media outlet you choose to follow, some may be mini...
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