Prayer Notes- May 25th

Hi, Family,

Thanks for your prayers for us, and for the work of "The Well Christian Ministry". This past Sunday, Pastor Dave concluded our series of Messages based on the "Prince Caspian" movie. He spoke about Part 4- Staying the Course- how we can stay on the right path (You can hear the podcast at our website- http://www.blogger.com/, and click on the Sermon Notes and Video Clips button). I heard also that it was another great worship experience- some "rockin' worship" with some friends of Pastor Dave's (from his pastoral work in East Brunswick) assisting on the worship team- Darienel Serrano, and Marisa Cree, along with Pastor Dave.

Our next series of messages for the Summer will be "The God Who Asks Questions"- that is, that God is not only "The Answer", but He is also the God who asks questions, and calls upon us to answer Him- not so that He will get information, but to get us to see things that we hadn’t seen before. Pray about this series- that the Lord will use it to open our eyes to see things we hadn't seen before, and to give God "an answer".

Thank the Lord also- Sue's and my teachings at Memorial Day Weekend at Tuscarora Inn were received with great interest and enthusiasm. I taught on the topic, "Journey Back to Faith"- that is, how do we communicate faith in a "Post-Christian" ("Post-Modern") culture? Sue had a session with the women on Sunday- a women's tea (this may become an annual event at Tuscarora- many women came out). Her talk was entitled, "Refreshed with Hope" (how God takes our trials and difficulties and turns them into beautiful things). We believe that our prayers were answered, and that the teaching of this weekend connected with many people who heard it and received it. I hope that some of you may join us at one of our retreats at Tuscarora some day- it is a refreshing and renewing experience. Sometimes it takes a few days away to truly listen to God!

Pray also for our "MYFAITH" classes. This past Sunday, Pastor Dave talked to the students about "Why I Believe- Christian Morality- Part 2"- that is, a continuation of what the Bible teaches about Dating, Love, Marriage and Sex. This week, June 1st at 12:30PM, the students will have their "Youth Fun Activity"- "Pizza & Park" Day. The students will meet after church and go out for Pizza at Mama Mia's Pizza. Then, they will go out to Sunshine Lake at Lewis Morris Park for some games and activities. Parents can pick their kids up at 3:30pm at Sunshine Lake.
The "MYFAITH" class for June 8th will be at the home of Arturo Garcia- (from Iglesia Alianza)- 163 Sussex St., Dover, NJ- (Directions from Morristown- take Rt. 46 West into Dover. Go to light before Methodist Church (on the right)- "North Sussex Street", turn right, about 4 blocks, house on left, on corner of N. Sussex & Goodale St., across from Locust Hill Cemetery. Phone 973-537-1079)

Pray for our next "Connection Event"- this Sunday evening, June 1st, from 7:00- 9:00PM- a Coffee Fellowship at the home of Fran & Lynn Saldajeno, 8 Diane Ct. in Randolph, where we will pray about and work through a written plan for our church for 2008-2009. Please bring your favorite dessert- coffee will be provided. Again, we need your input- please mark your calendars for this one! [directions to the Saldejeno's home- Rt. 10 West to Dover-Chester Rd., exit on right, turn left on Dover-Chester Rd. past County College of Morris, about 1 mile, right on Sweetwood Dr., 3rd right is Diane Ct., 3rd house on the right.)

Again, continue to pray for our small group meetings ("FLOW-Groups"- Fellowship, Learning, Outreach, Worship). Presently, we offer 5 FLOW-Groups in various communities:
Every other Sunday- 12:30PM (after church) at Bill's Luncheonette, Dover-Chester Rd. in Ironia (next class- this Sunday, June 1st) Topic- First Steps
Sunday Evenings- 6:30PM at the home of Pete & Sue Amerman in Morristown (The Blair House- Apt. 2-E, 2 Hamilton Rd.- Ph. #- 973-267-6702) Topic-Ladies "First Steps" Bible Study
Monday Evenings- 7:30PM at the home of Fran & Lynn Saldajeno in Randolph (8 Diane Court- Ph. #- 973-584-0966) Topic- "More Than a Carpenter" (On the person and work of Jesus Christ)
Tuesdays Evenings- 7:30PM at the home of John & Sue Spargo in Succasunna (20 Righter Rd.- Ph. # 973-584-6909) Topic- "Seeking Him" (Personal Revival)
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT- New FLOW-Group offered for the months of June, July & August- Wednesday Evenings- 7:30PM at the home of Dave & June Griffith in Morristown (24 Lake Rd.- Ph. # 973-538-9637) Topic- "The Truth Project"- all are invited! Here is a list of the topics that they will be going over through the summer:
THE TRUTH PROJECT (by Focus on the Family)
An In-depth Christian Worldview Experience- A DVD-based small group study designed to equip believers with a comprehensive biblical worldview.
Lesson 1
Veritology: What is truth?
The cosmic battle. Why was Jesus born? Truth as ultimate reality. Gazing on the face of God.
Lesson 2
Philosophy & Ethics: Says Who?
The cosmic cube. Danger of deceptive philosophy. Renewing of the mind.
Lesson 3
Anthropology: Who is Man? Where did he come from?
The meaning and purpose of our existence. Where does evil come from?
Lesson 4
Theology: Who is God?
The attack on God's nature and His word. What is eternal life?
Lesson 5
Science: What is true?
The glory of God's creation. Breaking down Darwin's theory. Examining the fossil record.
Lesson 6
History: Whose Story?
God's mandate to remember. Power of Historical revisionism. Living in the larger story. God's sovereignty.
Lesson 7
Sociology: The Divine Imprint.
Order vs Disorder. The triune nature of social systems. Authority, submission, oneness.
Lesson 8
Unio Mystica: Am I alone?
Indwelling of God. Many members one body. The hunger for significance.
Lesson 9
The State: Whose Law?
Why is the king eating grass? Delegation of authority. Bearing the sword. The state as savior?
Lesson 10
The American Experiment: Stepping Stones.
Removing the lampstand. Foundation of religion and morality.Evolution of law in America. Remember, repent and return.
Lesson 11
Labor: Created to Create.
Solo Deo gloria. The original worker. Creative stewards. 7 economic principles.
Lesson 12
Community & Involvement: God cares, Do I?
The second greatest commandment. The story of the good neighbor. God's heart for the needy.Transforming your community