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21 Jun June 21, 2018

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We are having such a great VBS!   We are so thankful for Pastor Chip and his team. Tonight, the Frontline Student Ministries leaves at 11pm for beach camp. What an exciting week! Thank you for your generosity that makes all this ministry possible. Since we are in the middle of some big events now, and we are moving towards the 4th of July, we want you to be aware of some important dates for CIL: July 2-5: Offices closed July 22: Water Baptism Register here July 23: Alpha begins August 4: Back-to-School Blessing August 5: CIL Forward Step 1 August 9-10: Global Leadership Summit August 5: Promotion Sunday August 12: CIL Ten Year Anniversary Service We have great things before us, and we want you to be a part of it all! ...

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14 Jun

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Here are four important things happening the next few days through CIL: 1. Take 2 Day trip  A group of fun adults approximately age 55 and over, love to get together for friendship and fun. The group will be taking a trip to downtown Franklin on Friday, June 15, for lunch and shopping! The group will meet at the church at 10:00 am and should return around 3:00. If you need more details, or need to sign up, contact Shelby Cavender at 214-616-5265. 2. Parent's Night Out. PNO is Friday, June 15, from 6-10pm. This night of childcare for babies through 5th grade is available for a small fee for those who make reservations. In order to reserve your spot, contact Jeana Beth Andrews at 615-218-6688 through text. If you need to talk with Jeana Beth, she is only available in the evenings.   3. Father's Day. Father's Day is this Sunday, and it will be a wonderful time for...

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07 Jun June 7,2018

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Our church has a great tradition of Vacation Bible School (VBS) for which we are thankful. However, with our success in the past, let's not take VBS for granted. Here are reasons I believe in VBS, and why I hope our church continues to support VBS through a high attendance of children.   1. Kids get saved! Every year children publicly decide to become a Christian during VBS. We often discover these stories of change in subsequent months, letting us know that these are not emotional reactions, but true moments of conversion. 2. Catechism occurs. "Catechism" is a traditional term for a systematic presentation of Christian principals (often through questions and answers). VBS presents the gospel and ask questions in different ways throughout VBS, which is part of a child's faith development. Plus, it's fun! VBS is part of our strategy to develop the next generation's faith. 3. Volunteers are established.   VBS grows our "worship one, serve one" volunteer emphasis.   Many...

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