Click on the image at left for a flyer regarding One Voice Ministries “National Day of Prayer” Event. This wonderful evening of praise and prayer for America is being held at the Guilford High School auditorium on Thursday evening, May 1st at 7 p.m. If anyone is interested in going, please let Heather Clement know and we can look at carpooling. I know that it’s a weeknight, which makes it tough, but trust me… it will be worth the sacrifice should you choose to attend!

Even if you are not able to attend on Thursday, please remember to join the millions in prayer for our nation. For more information, visit www.nationaldayofprayer.org.

UPDATE: For those not going to “One Voice ” Day of praise and prayer in Gilford,
Valley Christian Church will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. if you would like to come and pray at the church. Maybe you could arrange to meet others at a specific time and pray as a group.

We are not able to hold an evening time of prayer as Thursday nights are are dedicated to Most Excellent Way and we do not want to interfere with God’s work in this ministry.

For the last Pioneer Clubs evening on May 21st, we will be having a cookout here at the church, starting at 5:30PM. Then, at 6:30PM each of the classes will be given an opportunity to present some of the things that they have learned. Parents and youth, please plan to come and support these children, as there will be no Adult Bible study, and no Youth Bible Blast for this evening.

Saturday, May 17th, Valley Christian Church is holding an Intentional Parenting Workshop from 10-4.

Parenting! What a special privilege and responsibility God has given us parents! It is a tough assignment, but we don’t have to do it alone! We have the Holy Spirit, God’s Word, and each other to help us in this journey. We’d love to see you come and join together with us as we explore God’s Word and share together about raising our kids. Topics include: Biblical basis for parenting teaching obedience, loving without words, teaching God’s Word, not spoiling the child, when trust is broken, the message behind anger, and talking sex with your kids. For more information, see Jonalie or Pastor Jeff.

Starting May 8th at 6:30 p.m., a new pod Bible study will be held at the Meyer’s house. All are welcome, especially those living in the Bartlett, North Conway, and Jackson area. The pod Bible studies will take place on the first Thursday night of each month. The address is: 19 Dinsmore Road, Jackson, New Hampshire, and their telephone number is 603-383-4814.

April 27 2008 Sermon - Exodus 3:1-13 (2.8MB mp3)

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April 13 2008 Sermon - Ephesians 3:14-21 (2MB mp3)

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Two new classes are starting!

Discipleship: Growing in the Learning, Applying, and Teaching of the Lord, Jesus Christ

Becoming a Christian is only the start. Jesus also calls us to maturity (Ephesians 4:13) and to be fruitful (John 15:16). Yet we all struggle in this area. Discipleship should not be a mystery or feel impossible (Matthew 11:28-30).

The course objectives include:

• Increase our understanding of the process of disclipleship
• Sharpen our skills and abilities in learning, applying, and teaching about our Lord, Jesus Christ
• Increase our effectiveness in discipleship, through obedience, intentionality, and mutual support and prayer
• A review of the resources available to the disciple
• Increase mastery in handling God’s Word with an introduction to inductive bible study methods
• Understand God’s purpose for “fellowship” in the context of discipleship
• Get acquainted with 1-to-1 discipling (simple discipleship any two people can do together)

Why: Come, and grow in the knowledge of the Lord (2 Peter 3:18)

When: 8:45 a.m. Sunday mornings, beginning April 27th

Where: Rear meeting room (behind the kitchen)

Who: with Bill Kugel

A. Understand Faith and Works: Putting Your Faith Into Action

Join with others in studying God’s word. Two topics are covered. First, a detailed study into God’s Word regarding faith and works. Join us as we explore our faith and how to put our faith into action.

B. Put on the Full Armor of God: God’s Provisions for Standing Firm in the Faith

While this study will touch on many scriptures, it will take an in-depth look into Ephesians 6:10-20. Reap the rewards of those who understand the answer to the question: What is spiritual armor and what role does it play in our Christian walk?

Why: Come, and grow in the knowledge of the Lord (2 Peter 3:18)

When: 8:45 a.m. Sunday mornings, beginning April 27th

Where: Sanctuary

Who: with Austin Woodward

April 13 2008 Sermon - Revelation 17:1-18 (6MB mp3)

April 13 2008 Sermon Notes (pdf)

Revelation 16:1-21 (6.5MB mp3)

April 6 2008 Sermon Notes (pdf)

A letter to all parents was sent home last week. If you did not receive yours, please see Heather Woodward.

We now have a set of consistent expectations for children in all classes. Please encourage your child to work to meet these expectations.

Grade 1/2 Class is in need of a team of 2 to work on a rotation basis. If you are willing, please see Heather Woodward.

There is interest in creating a Transition Class for children in grades 3 and 4. If you are able to work in this class on a rotation basis, please see Heather Woodward. We will begin the class when we have 4 teams of teachers/assistants.