Write On ... ("Something for the Journey" Blog)
Sometimes when I set out to write something down, it just doesn't want to come out.
This situation usually manifests itself as a staring contest between me and my flat-screen monitor. I sit there with my head angled to one side and I think, and I blink; while the cursor just blinks back blandly on the bright-white (accusingly blank) screen. When I notice this little battle of wills starting to ensue, I usually key in a couple experimental sentences. I see where they lead. Then, more often than not, I sweep the cursor in reverse, magically dry-erasing the page so we can move on to Round Two. These mental tug-of-war matches might go on for a few minutes, or occasionally for hours on end, as I put forth partially-formed thoughts and retract th Read More…
May in Uptown & Club 45
Our series in elementary Uptown and Club 45 for May is called,“Great Expectations—will you win Trust?” It plays out like this: God has proven He can be trusted. When we trust Him and we respond to Him with our abilities, then we are responsible. And when we are responsible, we live a good story and a great life. We are a light to others. They will see our good works and glorify God because of how they see Him at work in us.
And when you are responsible with a little, the Bible says you will be given more: more opportunities, more relationships, more ways that you can use what God has given you to reflect His character to the world around you. Our monthly memory verse says it this way, “Whoever can be trusted with very little can also Read More…
The Rocky Road to Redemption ("Something for the Journey" Blog)
Last week, I came across one of the more entertaining YouTube videos I've seen in awhile (which is saying something, in an age when people upload everything from singing dogs to senior-citizen dance-offs). In this particular clip, three-year old Jeffrey -- strapped snugly into his car seat, blue Keds sticking straight out in front of him -- struggles to balance his body's obvious need for sleep with his taste buds' overwhelming desire for a double-dip rocky road ice cream cone.
The amusing part is that the competition is basically a draw: Jeffrey's eyes remain solidly shut, but his hand stubbornly refuses to surrender the prize. He takes a lick, then his head lolls to one side as the hand drops into his lap. Seconds tick out while Mom suppr Read More…
Kids' City Move Up ~ June 2nd/3rd
Attention Kids' City Parents! Although we are moving into summer we will be moving your kids up to their next "zone" on June 2nd/3rd. Children entering 1st Grade in the fall will move to Uptown. Children entering 4th Grade in the fall will move to Club 45. Make sure to talk to your Kids' City Director if you have any questions!
Summer Kick Off at C the J on Tues. May 15!
Celebrate the Journey kicks off its Summer Term this Tuesday, May 15 with Kim Hammond!
Join us at 7pm at the Yellow Box theater for a large group time of awesome worship and to hear Kim Hammond share about the power of sharing stories. Then stay for one of our 7 small groups that meet right after in the lower level of the Yellow Box at 7:45 and go until 9pm. No pre-registration is required. Anyone can join any group at any time.
Click here to see our Summer Brochure for a list of groups and more information.
Childcare and an elementary kids program is available. No sign up is necessary. Contact Jen Murphy at jenmurphy@communitychristian.org with any questions.
Friday Morning Kids Group
On Friday mornings, June 1st - July 20th, from 9:00 - 11:00 am, we will host a leadership circle for a small group of East Aurora moms. We are looking for volunteers to play games, do arts & crafts, and play with their children while we meet. Children welcome! Contact Kirsten Strand for more information at kirstenstrand@communitychristian.org.
East Aurora Kids Summer Camp
From June 4th - 29th, Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., our partner, First Presbyterian Church, in East Aurora is hosting a Kids Summer Day Camp. Lots of volunteer opportunities to help with BIBLE LESSONS, ARTS & CRAFTS, RECREATION, READING, SWIMMING, FIELD TRIPS and MORE. For more information, contact Brenda Bustamante at 630-844-0050 or bbustamante@firstpresaurora.org
A limited number of paid counselor positions are also available for high school and college students age 18 and over. contact Brenda Bustamante at 630-844-0050 or bbustamante@firstpresaurora.org
East Aurora Vacation Bible School
We will host a Vacation Bible School at the East Aurora Campus from 6:00 - 8:15 pm on Monday, July 16th - Friday, July 20th for elementary age children. Volunteers needed to help with crafts and activities, snacks, leading small groups, etc. A great opportunity do with your kids! For more information or to volunteer, contact Josie Schopen at josieschopen@communitychristian.org.
StuCo presents...The Humble Games
In association with the new series Biggest Loser, Student Community proudly presents The Humble Games.
Junior High Camp 2012
Registration for Junior High Camp 2012 is LIVE and OPEN. Click here to visit the site. We are so excited to see the amazing things God will do in/through the lives of students because of this 5-day camp!
Got Questions? Contact Bret Koontz - Student Community Director
C the J Summer Term Launches May 15!
Continue to grow and stay connected this summer! Join us at Celebrate the Journey for our Summer Term on Tuesdays at the Yellow Box Theater.
We begin at 7pm with a large group time of awesome worship and sharing. Small group breakouts begin right after the large group time around 7:45pm and end at 9pm. We have 7 great groups this summer. No sign up is necessary. Anyone can join any group at any time.
Info on our small groups and Celebrate the Journey is in our Summer Brochure here
Childcare and an elementary kids program is provided. No pre-registration is required. Contact Jen Murphy jenmurphy@communitychristian.org with any questions.
May Specials
This month at the GLC, we will be featuring a variety of iced teas, lattes and mochas. Have a favorite hot drink? Try it iced today!
Jumpstreet this May
Hello parents! This May we have a great series for our Jumpstreet preschoolers and Kindergartners about doing what is right!
In Kids' City we love to introduce preschoolers to God’s story and helps them build a spiritual foundation on His truth. Each week, you will find an engaging, interactive and relevant telling of one of the stories found in the Bible as well as introductory and wrap up sketches connecting that story to a preschooler’s world. Many of our campuses use a short video like the one here to reinforce the story and application. If you've heard your children talk about Owlie or Zach, you'll want to check this out.