Central BaptistnewsMONTHLY NEWSLETTER OF CENTRAL BAPTIST CHURCH - MARCH 2015

Church Events• March 9th

LCT & Finance Area Meeting

• March 14th Trivia Night

• March 21stNew Berlin Chili Supper

• March 27th Children’s Easter Egg Hunt

• March 29th Builder’s Class Luncheon

• April 2nd Maundy Thursday

• April 5th Easter Sunday

As you read this, we are in the midst of the journey through the season of Lent as we prepare to celebrate again the resurrection of Jesus Christ. There are many

ways to think about this season, but one way is to think about preparing for a celebration.

In my ideal world, our home would exist in a perpetual state of readiness for company. Unfortunately, the ideal and the real are only rarely the same. Therefore, when we invite people to our house for celebrations it leads to a time of preparation.

• It requires going through the things that have accumulated and discarding those that have no useful purpose (the coupon that expired 2 months ago, the wedding invitation from last month, the item a new battery did not fix).

• Things need to be cleaned. The bookshelf is moved and dust bunnies evicted. The cabinets are wiped down and the refrigerator is cleaned.

• Some things need to be refreshed. There is the picture that needs to be hung and the threshold that needs to be nailed down and the doormat that needs to be replaced.

As we continue through the season of lent we may find ourselves approaching our spiritual health with some similar activities.It is a time for reflection as we evaluate the condition of our relationship with Christ.

We need to consider how to create a more pleasing spiritual condition for our celebration. We may begin by asking these things:

• What clutter has accumulated in our lives, in our minds, or hardened our hearts and keeps us from pursuing our relationship with Jesus Christ?

• What needs to be deep cleaned, confessed or thrown aside?

• What needs to be added, freshened up, made better? What spiritual practices do we need to include in our daily and weekly routines to deepen our relationship with Jesus Christ?

Lent may be a time we set aside some routines that were not producing good spiritual habits in favor of other activities that will help us grow to be better examples of Jesus Christ. We may need to discipline ourselves to different activities, different attitudes, different patterns of using our time. We may need to consider adding a new spiritual discipline that will help us identify at a deeper level the sacrifices Jesus made on our behalf.

Up FrontOur preparations will likely be different for we each come to Christ with different journeys and with different attitudes and needs. But joy awaits us at the end of the journey as we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Our hope is the preparations we have made will intensify the joy we experience.

Grace and peace,

Off The Shelf Two  Novels  by  Thomas  Kinkade  

Thomas  Kinkade  is  America's  most  collected  living  artist.    A  man  of  faith,  Thomas  emphasizes  simple  pleasures,  inspirational  messages,  and  life-­‐af;irming  values  in  his  paintings.  

The  Inn  at  Angel  Island  ;inds  Liza  

Martin  arriving  on  Angel  Island  eager  to  sell  off  the  rundown  inn  she  inherited  from  her  aunt  and  return  to  her  busy  life  in  Boston.    Back  home  awaits  an  unstable  career  as  an  advertising  executive  and  a  broken  marriage.    Angel  Island  is  just  one  more  burden.    But  as  Liza  recalls  the  golden  summers  of  her  childhood,  she  begins  to  have  second  thoughts.    And  she  wants  to  know  more  about  Daniel  Merritt,  the  charming  handyman  who's  helping  repair  the  inn,  but  Liza  doesn't  have  time  for  romance...  or  much  else.  Sometimes  Liza  sees  her  life  ;lying  by  and,  at  the  same  time,  going  nowhere.  It  may  take  a  band  of  angels  to  mend  her  broken  wings  and  redirect  her  soul.  

In  A  Wandering  Heart,  a  movie  crew  arrives  to  shoot  a  ;ilm  in  Cape  Light,  and  Angel  Island  provides  a  perfect  backdrop.    Liza’s  inn  welcomes  the  cast  

and  crew,  including  the  famous  actress  Charlotte  Miller.    Charlotte  is  surprisingly  down  to  earth  and  is  totally  charmed  by  the  island,  especially  the  inn,  where  she  chooses  to  stay  instead  of  at  more  lavish  accommodations.    But  

one  day,  Charlotte  nearly  drowns  and  is  saved  by  local  ;isherman  Colin  Doyle.    Their  attraction  is  instant  and  undeniable—even  though  they  come  from  completely  different  worlds.    As  Charlotte  spends  more  time  on  the  island,  the  relationship  seems  meant  to  be.    They  keep  meeting  up,  by  accident  at  ;irst,  then  on  purpose.    But  Colin  believes  he  has  little  to  offer  this  celebrated  beauty.    He  doesn’t  realize  that  Charlotte  would  give  up  her  glamorous  life  for  him  and  Angel  Island,  if  only  she  knew  his  true  feelings.  It  seems  only  a  miracle  could  bring  them  together.  Then  again,  with  faith  and  love  on  their  side,  Angel  Island  is  just  the  sort  of  place  where  miracles  can  happen.    

These  books  may  be  found  on  the  New  Book  rack  in  the  Library.  The  books  were  donated  by  Cory  Spradlin,  Julie  Miller’s  mother.    The  books  have  an  Amazon  rating  of  4.8  out  of  5.  

Jim  Filler  On  behalf  of  the    Volunteer  Library  Team  

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The  February  issue  of  the  CBN  debuted  the  “Around  CBC”  section  of  the  publication.    

Unfortunately  we  did  not  receive  any  correct  guesses  as  to  the  location  of  last  month’s  picture,  which  happened  to  be  in  Weber  Lounge.    

Please  take  a  minute  to  study  the  photograph  to  the  right.  Your  job  is  to  guess  the  location  in  the  church  where  this  picture  was  taken.    

Again,  please  send  all  submissions  to  Robert@cbcchurchfamily.org  or  call  the  church  of;ice  at  217-­‐523-­‐3639  and  make  your  answer  as  speci;ic  as  possible.    

Around CBC

Hello, Spring!

We had a great time at the Love & Laughs Valentine’s Event in Decatur. We look forward to trying to bring a similar event to Springfield next year.

Sadly, Valentine’s Day marked the opening of the movie adaptation of the Fifty Shades of Grey book trilogy. Please read Miriam Grossman’s “A Psychiatrist’s Letter to Young People” warning about the dangerous ideas promoted by the movie and share it with the young people in your lives. The neuroscience comment is true for engaging in any type of sexual relationship too soon – “Neuroscience suggests their intimacy could jump start her feelings of attachment and trust, before she’s certain he deserved them. Sex is a powerful experience – particularly the first time.” I am writing this column in the middle of February. I hope the movie has faded away by the time you are reading this. However, young people may be curious and have more access to the movie once it comes out on DVD. So, please use the article as a way to open or resume discussion with young people.

Happy 35th Anniversary to the PREPARE-ENRICH program! We are excited about the new Parenting Version. Contact Stephani for details on how to take the inventory and work on strengthening your relationship. A Prepare-Enrich Facilitator Certification Workshop has been scheduled for April 1.

UIS counseling intern Michelle Davidson will continue with ConnectEdPAIRS for the spring semester and is still accepting new clients. Michelle is working on her master’s degree in Human Development Counseling and will see clients free of charge in exchange for the educational experience. This offer is open to all church and community members. Feel free to tell your friends and neighbors!

Are you wondering if your relationship might need a tune up? Take the Relationship Maintenance Survey to find out. For monthly couples, individual, and family tips, please sign up for our e-newsletter. For daily relationship tips, follow us facebook. For more information about any ConnectEdPAIRS service, please visit www.connectedpairs.com, stop by, call, or email me in the counseling office. I look forward to talking with you soon.

All best, Stephani Cave, LCPC ConnectEdPAIRS 217-972-4851 stephani@cbcchurchfamily.org

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Will  March  come  in  with  windy  weather  or  will  it  be  calm?  Here  at  Children’s  House  we  are  very  ready  for  warm  weather.  The  playroom  has  been  a  great  place  to  play  but  we  are  ready  to  get  outside  for  some  fresh  air!    

This  month  our  staff  will  continue  to  work  toward  obtaining  their  credentials.  On  March  2nd  our  center  will  be  closed  for  a  teacher  professional  day.    The  morning  session  will  include  in-­‐service  and  training.  The  afternoon  session  will  include  time  for  the  teachers  to  be  in  the  classroom.  During  this  time  each  teacher  will  help  build  their  professional  portfolio.  Together  we  will  plan  their  future  coursework  and  training.    

March  also  is  the  month  we  begin  to  schedule  and  plan  for  our  summer  program.  There  will  be  20  children  in  the  program  from  ages  6-­‐9.  So  many  fun  excursions  and  in  center  activities  are  planned  for  the  summer.  

Judy Vlach Children’s House Director

March 27th, 5:00 p.m. at CBC Ages Pre-K - 5th Grade

Please RSVP to Tricia at tricia@cbcchurchfamily.org or by calling the church office at 523-3639.

Volunteers can sign up in the Serve The World Center.

Children’s House

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Special  Event  

Several  members  from  the  CBC  Choir  will  participate  in  St.  Agnes  Church’s  production  of  The  Messiah,  including  Dick  and  Hannah  McDaniel,  Phil  Maxwell,  Selden  Bernauer,  Dan  Holland  and  Sally  Smith.        

March  21st  at  7:00  p.m.  Admission    is  free.    

On March 14th, we invite children and parents to join us for a Ministry Day where we make blankets for women and children in emergency shelters.

The day starts at 9:30 at Prince of Peace Baptist Church and ends at 4pm. The cost is $15 which includes lunch and a t-shirt.

If you are interested in attending or have any questions, please contact Hillary at hillary@cbchurchfamily.org.

Central Baptist Church is partnering with Schnuck’s to hold a Coffee Drive for the Washington Street Mission. The event runs Saturday and Sunday, March 28 - 29 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Schnuck’s Montvale location.

We are currently in need of volunteers to be present at the tables in two hour shifts over the course of the weekend. If you would like to volunteer or would like additional information, please contact Larry Aldag (cell – 416-2904; e-mail larryaldag@gmail.com).

For those unable to volunteer, please stop by the store during the event to purchase coffee for the Mission.

March Song Spotlight CBC In Action This  section  of  the  CBN  will  feature  a  selection  from  an  upcoming  traditional  and  contemporary  service.  Each  song  title  contains  a  YouTube  link  to  the  song.    

When  I  Survey  The  Wondrous  Cross  

This  piece  was  written  and  published  in  1707  by  famed  hymn  writer,  Isaac  Watts.  At  the  time,  it  was  somewhat  out  of  the  ordinary  as  the  practice  of  the  Church  of  England  was  restricted  to  primarily  signing  the  Old  Testament  psalms  in  their  public  worship.  It  was  the  desire  of  Watts  to  compose  a  song  that  would  highlight  the  signi;icance  of  the  gospel  and  its  ful;illment  found  in  the  New  Testament.  This  in  particularly  evident  in  Verse  3  of  what  many  consider  to  be  his  greatest  work:    

See  from  His  head,  His  hands,  His  feet,  Sorrow  and  love  Blow  mingled  down!  Did  e’er  such  love  and  sorrow  meet,  Or  thorns  compose  so  rich  a  crown?  

The  great  Methodist  hymn  writer,  Charles  Wesley,  reportedly  said  he  would  give  up  all  his  other  hymns  to  have  written  this  one.  

Not  For  A  Moment  (After  All)  

Written  by  Meredith  Andrews  of  Vertical  Church  Band  from  Chicago’s  Harvest  Bible  Chapel,  the  

words  to  this  song  tell  of  the  faithfulness  of  God  in  our  darkest  times.  Much  like  the  classic  poem,  “Footprints  In  The  Sand”,  the  song  uses  the  imagery  of  a  loving  Father  carrying  his  children  in  the  

moments  where  their  own  strength  has  failed  them:  

I  was  held  in  Your  arms  Carried  for  a  thousand  miles  to  show  Not  for  a  moment  did  You  forsake  me  

MARCH 2015 - PAGE 5Birthdays And Anniversaries 03/06 Ted & Elaine Turkcan

03/07 David Decker & Leigh Steiner

03/16 Prentice & Heather Southwell

03/17 Andrew & McKenna Severns

03/17 Rodney & Gretchen Gruber

03/20 Tex & Lisa Morrow

03/21 George & Anne Tankersley

03/31 John & Jennie Alt

03/02 Syl Grisham

03/02 Bob Jones

03/05 Phyllis Hudspeth

03/06 Lowanda Medley

03/06 Brady Zeiger

03/09 Dan Fitzgerald

03/10 Paige Martin

03/12 Mark Foutch

03/14 Evan Coleman

03/15 Madisyn Hanson

03/16 Bettie Winslow

03/17 Jim Walker

03/21 Sharon Smith

03/23 Griffin Boatman

03/27 Louise Eeten

03/29 Bill Smith

03/29 Jim Stolleis

03/30 Margaret Kirschner

03/31 Emily Aldag

The  following  birthdays  were  missed    in  last  month’s  publication.    Our  sincerest  apologies.  

02/23 Mary Kirschner

02/26 Pat Miles

02/27 Phil Richardson

02/28 Carol Volle

Youth Event Youth  Lock-­‐In!  All  youth  (Middle  &  High  School)  are  invited  to  our  Lock-­‐In  at  Central  Baptist  Church  in  Spring;ield  on  Friday  and  Saturday,  March  27  &  28.    

We  will  meet  at  the  church  at  7:30  p.m.  on  Friday  night  and  will  stay  until  9:00  a.m.  Saturday  morning.    

This  awesome  event  will  include  pizza,  movies,  games,  worship,  fellowship  and  major  fun!  

For  more  information,  please  contact  Mason  Wickham  at    mason@cbcchurchfamily.org  

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Lenten Service Schedule Maundy  Thursday  Service  April  2nd,  7:00  p.m.  CBC  Downtown  

Easter  Sunday  Sunrise  Service  April  5th,  7:30  a.m.  CBC  New  Berlin  

Easter  Sunday  Service  April  5th,  10:30  a.m.  CBC  Downtown  

The many beautiful cards with such loving sentiments from you, our wonderful church family, warmed our hearts and are, still, a comfort to us in our sadness at the loss of my mother, Lillian Solomon.

Knowing you were thinking of us and were with us in spirit shall long be remembered. We are grateful for your prayers, kind expressions of sympathy, and loving support.

Thank you and may God bless you always.

Edna Walden and family

We would like to thank everyone for their support in the passing of Coral (Cory) Spradlin. The family appreciates all you have done.

Julie Miller and family

Our Condolences Our  hearts  and  prayers  go  out  to  the  following  families  who  lost  loved  ones  during  the  month  of  February.  Please  keep  them  in  your  thoughts  and  prayers  following  this  dif;icult  time.    

• Coral (Cory) Spradlin(Jullie Miller’s mother)  

But  we  do  not  want  you  to  be  uninformed  about  those  who  are  asleep,  that  you  may  not  grieve,  as  others  do  who  have  no  hope.

1st  Thessalonians  4:13  

**Editor’s  note:  as  it  happens,  this  month’s  selections  from  Off  The  Shelf  were  donated  by  Cory  Spradlin  before  her  passing.  She  was  a  generous  and  loving  wife,  mother,  and  grandmother,  and  will  be  missed.  

A Note of Thanks

MARCH 2015 - PAGE 7What’s Happening Monthly AB  Men’s  Breakfast   1st  &  3rd  Saturday;  8  am;  (Merriam  Hall)

Hegarty  Circle   2nd  Monday;  9:30  am;  (Weber  Lounge)

Beth  Long  Circle  (New  Berlin)   3rd  Thursday  evening;  various  locations

Newsletter   Contact  church  of;ice  for  submission  deadlines

Girl  Scouts     1st  &  3rd  Tuesday;  6  pm;  (New  Berlin)  

Weekly SUNDAY 8:30a       Classic  Worship  

 9:45a     Sunday  School  all  ages  

11:00a Contemporary  Worship  

                      Children’s  Church  

   4:00p   Sunday  School  (New  Berlin)  

   5:00p   Worship  (New  Berlin)  

   6:00p   Youth  (New  Berlin)  Meet  bi-­‐weekly  

TUESDAY

3:00p   Compass  

WEDNESDAY

4:45p     Wednesday  Night  Dinner    

5:00p     Face2Face  (Rm  309)  

6:45p     Choir  Practice  

THURSDAY

7:00p     Worship  Team  Rehearsal  

All events at Springfield location unless otherwise noted.

Builder’s  Class  60th    Anniversary  Luncheon  Sunday,  March  29th,  11  a.m.  Merriam  Hall  

Trivia  Night  and  Silent  Auction  Saturday,  March  14th,  5:30  p.m.  New  Berlin  KC  Hall  For  more  info,  contact  Chris  Ballenger  883-­‐1966  or  ballenger6@gmail.com

New  Berlin  Chili  Supper  to  bene;it  Loami  Food  Pantry  Saturday,  March  21st,  4-­‐7  p.m.  

Maundy  Thursday  Service  Thursday,  April  2nd,  7  p.m.  CBC  Downtown

Easter  Sunday  Sunrise  Service  Sunday,  April  5th,  7:30  a.m.  CBC  New  Berlin

Easter  Sunday  Service  Sunday,  April  5th,  10:30  a.m.  CBC  Downtown

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We are one church in two locations, with campuses in Springfield and New Berlin, IL. Together, we are a church family loving God, loving people, and serving the world in Jesus’ name. All are welcome to worship with us. We gather each Sunday to love God in worship at our Springfield Campus (located at 501 South 4th Street, Springfield, IL) at 8:30 am and 11:00 am, and at our New Berlin Campus (located at 600 W Birch Street, New Berlin, IL) at 5:00 pm. When you visit our church you are our guest. Our members and regular worshipers participate in a financial offering during the worship services, but this is not expected of our guests.

Our desire is to be a church that helps people know and experience God in a meaningful way. If there is anything that we can do to help you on your life and faith journey, please let us know.

Where Can I Park? The Springfield campus parking lot is smaller, however additional parking is available along the street (4th street and on Jackson), in the Illinois Bar Association’s parking lot on East Jackson Street, and in the parking lot across from the Illinois National Bank building on South 4th Street between East Capital Avenue and East Jackson Street. (This latter lot will be easy to see, diagonally across from the front of the church as you arrive).

Is Childcare Available? Our nurseries located on the first floor of the building. Our well trained and experienced child care workers and paid staff are eager to care for and spend time with children. We also have Sunday School classes (beginning at 9:45) available for Pre-K children through high school students at our Springfield campus. Classes meet on the second and third floors.

What Should I Wear? There is no dress code at Central. Wear what makes you feel comfortable and to be who you are. Our 8:30 AM worship service in Springfield is a traditional service. The attendees generally wear business casual attire. Our 11 AM worship service in Springfield and 5 PM worship service in New Berlin are both contemporary worship services and most people dress casually. We only ask that you turn your cell phone off or set it to vibrate.

What Kind of Music Can I Expect? In Springfield, the 8:30 AM service music is lead by our Chancel Choir and designed to connect you with God through rich traditions of hymns, songs, scripture and prayer.

Our contemporary service at 11 AM is led by our worship band and features modern worship music. There is a high-energy, celebratory feel to the service and participation is encouraged and expected. Whether we are clapping, singing, reflecting, or listening, our focus in only on Jesus. New Berlin also has a contemporary service at 5 PM and is led by our worship band and features modern worship music.

We provide a weekly podcast of the sermon or teaching message each week. If you feel gifted and called to serve in worship ministry, please contact our Worship Arts Director, Robert Reynolds. Some examples of ways to serve in worship ministry include singing with the worship band or choir, playing an instrument, reading Scripture, volunteering as an usher, running sound and/or media, etc.

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