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  <title>Evening Worship This Sunday in the Sanctuary</title>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:30:45 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Ben Byers will preach this Sunday at 6:30 p.m. in the SDA sanctuary due to the SDA’s Super Bowl Party.</description>
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  <title> Last Sunday to Register for WOW Retreat</title>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:29:46 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Ladies, this Sunday is the LAST Sunday to turn in your registration and payment for the WOW Retreat, March 9-10.  If you turned in your registration without the payment, please be sure to bring your payment this Sunday. If you have ...</description>
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  <title>Father-Daughter Game Day Canceled</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/father-daughter-game-day-canceled/</link>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:29:13 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>The WOW event for fathers and daughters scheduled for Saturday, March 24, is canceled due to the plans surrounding the potential move into our new church building.</description>
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  <title>NEW eConnections Card Available Now</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/new-econnections-card-available-now/</link>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:28:36 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>We now have an eConnections Card available (CLICK HERE).
Please use this form if you:
1) Are new to Christ the Word Church and/or forgot to fill out a Connections Card.
2) Need your information added/updated to/on the online CTW ...</description>
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  <title>WOW Retreat Promo</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/wow-retreat-promo/</link>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:39:38 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Only two more Sundays to register for the retreat. Registration and payment is due by Feb. 5.  Please drop it off at the WOW table in the narthex or give it to Allison Ringold or Julie Van Wormer.  Be adventurous: Choose a &quot;wild card&quot; ...</description>
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  <title> Marcie &amp; McKenzie Jo Shower This Sunday</title>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:38:44 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>You are cordially invited to a small reception/ baby shower in honor of Marcie and Mckenzie Jo this Sunday in the fellowship hall immediately following services. Anyone who desires to give or contribute to a gift should contact Ana Meyers. Cake ...</description>
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  <title>NEW eConnections Card Available</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/new-econnections-card-available/</link>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:38:05 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>We now have an eConnections Card available (CLICK HERE).
Please use this form if you:
1) Are new to Christ the Word Church and/or forgot to fill out a Connections Card.
2) Need your information added/update to/on the online CTW Directory.
3) ...</description>
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  <title>Christ the Word Fleece Jackets are Available</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/christ-the-word-fleece-jackets-are-available/</link>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:35:35 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>You might have noticed some sharp Christ the Word fleece jackets recently and thought, “I would like to get one of those.” If you haven’t had the opportunity, check out this photo of the fleece (but without the CTW logo in the ...</description>
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  <title>We Mourn with Paul and the Drees Family</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/we-mourn-with-paul-and-the-drees-family/</link>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 20:10:46 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
Paul Drees’ brother, Robert “Bob” Drees, 53, died Monday evening from a brain tumor. Please pray for comfort and strength for the Drees family during this difficult time. You may access his obituary through this link. ...</description>
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  <title>Preaching This Sunday | 01-22-2012</title>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 20:10:05 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>This Sunday, January 22, Pastor David Bayly will be out of town. Pastor Max Curell will bring the Word of God to us in his absence.</description>
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  <title>Marcie &amp; McKenzie Jo</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/marcie-mckenzie-jo/</link>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 20:09:20 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>We would like to invite you to a small reception/ baby shower for Marcie and Mckenzie Jo on Sunday, Jan. 29 immediately following service in the fellowship hall. Anyone who desires to give or contribute to a gift should see Ana Meyers this ...</description>
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  <title>CTW Online Prayer List Reminder</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/ctw-online-prayer-list-reminder/</link>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 20:08:35 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>The format of our online prayer list has been updated to help you better see recent prayer requests and view current/ongoing needs by category. The login password/ID for the prayer list is the same one used for the online CTW Directory. If you ...</description>
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  <title>Evening Worship Service | 01-15-2012</title>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 20:13:55 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>David Bayly will be preaching on “The Tragedy of Reasonable Men” this Sunday at 6:30 p.m. in the SDA Fellowship Hall.</description>
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  <title>NEW Adult Sunday School Classes Have Started </title>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 20:13:17 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>The Voice of Proverbs: Calling Parents and Children to Biblical Wisdom class is geared toward instruction on raising, guiding and loving our children scripturally.  This class is led by Wayne Turner, Mike Ahrendt and Jason Wiltse. It meets ...</description>
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  <title>CTW Online Prayer List Updated </title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/ctw-online-prayer-list-updated/</link>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 20:08:23 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>The format of our online prayer list has been updated to help you better see recent prayer requests and view current/ongoing needs by category. The login password/ID for the prayer list is the same one used for the online CTW Directory. If you ...</description>
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  <title>Preaching Next Sunday</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/preaching-next-sunday/</link>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 20:07:15 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Next week, January 22, Pastor David Bayly will be out of town. Pastor Max Curell will bring the Word of God to us in his absence.</description>
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  <title>NEW Adult Sunday School Classes to Start This Week (1/8/2012)</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/new-adult-sunday-school-classes-to-start-this-week-182012/</link>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2012 22:10:55 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>The Voice of Proverbs: Calling Parents and Children to Biblical Wisdom class is geared toward instruction on raising, guiding and loving our children scripturally.  This class will be led by Wayne Turner, Mike Ahrendt and Jason Wiltse. It ...</description>
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  <title>WOW Retreat Invitations</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/wow-retreat-invitations/</link>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2012 22:10:24 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Stop by the WOW table in the narthex this Sunday to pick up your invitation to the 2012 retreat, &quot;Our Pattern For Love.&quot; Mark your calendar now so you won’t miss the event, set for March 9 and 10! </description>
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  <title>Gideon Ministry Meeting this Sunday (1/8/2012)</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/gideon-ministry-meeting-this-sunday-182012/</link>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2012 22:09:58 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>The Gideon Ministry will begin meeting bimonthly starting this Sunday, Jan. 8, in the Children’s Church room at 8:30 a.m. The subsequent meetings will be on the first Sunday of every odd month. The meetings will be for confession as well ...</description>
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  <title>Join the Bridal Shower for Grace Olson This Saturday</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/join-the-bridal-shower-for-grace-olson-this-saturday/</link>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2012 22:08:45 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>A bridal shower for Grace Olson will be held this Saturday at the home of Diane Walls, 4258 Stable Path Drive, Maumee. It will be an open house between the hours of 10 a.m. and noon. You may stop in and drop off a gift anytime, or stay a while ...</description>
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  <title>New WOW Bible Studies Start Next Week</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/new-wow-bible-studies-start-next-week/</link>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2012 22:07:35 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>A new study on Monday nights will start Jan. 9 at the home of Judy Cleveland. The topic of the study will be the book of I Peter. A second new study will start on Wednesday morning Jan. 11 at the home of Diane Walls. The topic of this study will ...</description>
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  <title>Gideon Ministry Update</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/gideon-ministry-update/</link>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2011 21:34:28 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>The Gideon Ministry will begin meeting bimonthly starting Jan. 8 in the Children’s Church room at 8:30 a.m. The subsequent meetings will be on the first Sunday of every odd month. The meetings will be for confession as well as a review of ...</description>
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  <title>New Adult Sunday School Classes to Start on Jan. 8</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/new-adult-sunday-school-classes-to-start-on-jan-8/</link>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2011 21:33:30 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Along with the New Year there will be two new adult Sunday school classes starting on Jan. 8 . 
The Voice of Proverbs: Calling Parents and Children to Biblical Wisdom class is geared toward instruction on raising, guiding and loving our ...</description>
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  <title>Bridal Shower for Grace Olson Next Saturday</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/bridal-shower-for-grace-olson-next-saturday/</link>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2011 21:32:04 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>A shower for Grace will be held on Saturday, Jan. 7, at the home of Diane Walls, 4258 Stable Path Drive, Maumee. It will be an open house between the hours of 10 a.m. and noon. You may stop in and drop off a gift anytime, or stay a while and ...</description>
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  <title>New 2012 WOW Bible Studies</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/new-2012-wow-bible-studies/</link>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2011 21:31:16 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>A new study on Monday nights will start Jan. 9 at the home of Judy Cleveland. The topic of the study will be the book of I Peter. A second new study will start on Wednesday morning Jan. 11 at the home of Diane Walls. The topic of this study will ...</description>
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  <title>Andrew Van Engen’s Father will Preach New Year’s Day</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/andrew-van-engens-father-will-preach-new-years-day/</link>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2011 16:52:26 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Andrew Van Engen’s father, Dr. Charles Van Engen, will be bringing the word of God to us during our morning service next Sunday, January 1. We look forward to how God will challenge and encourage us through this teaching.</description>
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  <title>Join us for the 2012 &quot;Last Laugh&quot; Variety Show</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/join-us-for-the-2012-last-laugh-variety-show/</link>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2011 16:51:44 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Look no further for a fun filled evening than the 2012 CTW Variety Show: The Last Laugh is next Sunday, Jan. 1, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. at the SDA Fellowship Hall. 
Please bring easy snacks and finger foods to munch on while you watch the show. ...</description>
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  <title>Coming Soon: Bridal shower for Grace Olson</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/coming-soon-bridal-shower-for-grace-olson/</link>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2011 16:50:22 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Grace Olson and Ryan Brown are getting married! Let&#039;s help them prepare their home by showering them with gifts. A shower for Grace will be held on Jan. 7 at the home of Diane Walls, 4258 Stable Path Drive, Maumee. It will be an open house ...</description>
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  <title>Two New WOW Bible Studies for 2012</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/two-new-wow-bible-studies-for-2012/</link>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2011 16:49:37 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>A new study on Monday nights will start Jan. 9 at the home of Judy Cleveland. The topic of the study will be the book of I Peter. If you are interested and need a study guide contact Lisa Twining by Wednesday Dec. 28 to receive a study guide ...</description>
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  <title>Consider Donating Your Gently Used Toys</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/consider-donating-your-gently-used-toys/</link>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2011 16:48:17 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>As Christmas gift giving approaches, perhaps many of you moms will be cleaning out your child/children’s old toys to make way for new ones. The CTW nursery and toddler rooms in our new church will be needing toys! Please consider saving ...</description>
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  <title>Download the NEW EWB song “Immanuel Has Come to Thee”</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/download-the-new-ewb-song-immanuel-has-come-to-thee/</link>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 19:39:52 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Take a listen to the EWB’s new song, Immanuel Has Come to Thee. You can find it on Noise Trade or just click here! Enjoy.</description>
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  <title>Don&#039;t Forget the New Christmas Morning Service Time</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/dont-forget-the-new-christmas-morning-service-time/</link>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 19:39:10 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Our Sunday morning Christmas service will begin at 9:15 a.m. There will be no Sunday School Christmas Day.</description>
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  <title>Please Save Your Gently Used Toys</title>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 19:33:20 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>As Christmas gift giving approaches, perhaps many of you moms will be cleaning out your child/children’s old toys to make way for new ones. The CTW nursery and toddler rooms in our new church will be needing toys! Please consider saving ...</description>
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  <title>Two New WOW Bible Studies for the New Year</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/two-new-wow-bible-studies-for-the-new-year/</link>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 19:29:29 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>A new study on Monday nights will start Jan. 9 at the home of Judy Cleveland. The topic of the study will be the book of I Peter. If you are interested and need a study guide contact Lisa Twining by Wednesday Dec. 28 to receive a study guide ...</description>
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  <title>Christmas Day Service Time Change </title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/christmas-day-service-time-change/</link>
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  <pubDate>Sat, 10 Dec 2011 21:14:39 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Our Sunday morning Christmas service will begin at 9:15 a.m. There will be no Sunday School Christmas Day.</description>
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  <title>“Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus”  | 12-10-2011</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/come-thou-long-expected-jesus--12-10-2011/</link>
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  <pubDate>Sat, 10 Dec 2011 21:13:56 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>You are invited to help prepare your hearts and minds for Christmas with Christ the Word’s Christmas program, “Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus” on Sunday, Dec. 18, at 6:30 p.m. This program will feature both congregational and ...</description>
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  <title>2012 Variety Show “The Last Laugh!” | 12-10-2011</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/2012-variety-show-the-last-laugh--12-10-2011/</link>
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  <pubDate>Sat, 10 Dec 2011 21:12:42 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Wouldn’t you like to enjoy a hilarious, fun-filled evening of laughter, song, and, well — variety — with your brothers and sisters in the church? Look no further! The 2012 CTW Variety Show: The Last Laugh is the place to be on ...</description>
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  <title>Save Your Gently Used Toys </title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/save-your-gently-used-toys/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/save-your-gently-used-toys/</guid>
  <pubDate>Sat, 10 Dec 2011 21:11:51 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>As Christmas gift giving approaches, perhaps many of you moms will be cleaning out your child/children’s old toys to make way for new ones. The CTW nursery and toddler rooms in our new church will be needing toys! Please consider saving ...</description>
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  <title>2012 Variety Show “The Last Laugh!” | 12-02-2011</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/2012-variety-show-the-last-laugh--12-02-2011/</link>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2011 21:39:33 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Wouldn’t you like to enjoy a hilarious, fun-filled evening of laughter, song, and, well — variety — with your brothers and sisters in the church? Look no further! The 2012 CTW Variety Show: The Last Laugh is the place to be on ...</description>
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  <title>Evening Worship Service | 12-04-2011</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/evening-worship-service--12-04-2011/</link>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2011 21:38:34 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>This Sunday evening at 6:30 p.m. in the SDA Fellowship Hall, Hunter Turner will be bringing the Word of God to us. We look forward to how God will challenge and encourage us through this teaching.</description>
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  <title>Advent Fliers Available in the Narthex | 12-4-2011</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/advent-fliers-available-in-the-narthex--12-4-2011/</link>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2011 21:38:02 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Advent means “coming.” Advent inaugurates the Christian year and is a time of looking forward to Christmas Day, when we celebrate the virgin birth of Jesus Christ. The faithful of Israel looked forward to the first advent of Jesus, ...</description>
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  <title>Save Your Gently Used Toys</title>
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  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/save-your-gently-used-toys/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2011 21:37:15 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>As Christmas gift giving approaches, perhaps many of you moms will be cleaning out your child/children’s old toys to make way for new ones. The CTW nursery and toddler rooms in our new church will be needing toys! Please consider saving ...</description>
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  <title>Repeat the Sounding Joy CD Available</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/repeat-the-sounding-joy-cd-available/</link>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2011 21:36:41 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>The Good Shepherd Band has released a wonderful Christmas album which is a compilation of the members’ favorite arrangements from their annual Christmas Sing-A-Longs. Click here to find out more about the CD. We have some copies at the ...</description>
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  <title>November 27 is the First Sunday in Advent</title>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 25 Nov 2011 14:37:08 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Advent means “coming.” Advent inaugurates the Christian year and is a time of looking forward to Christmas Day, when we celebrate the virgin birth of Jesus Christ. The faithful of Israel looked forward to the first advent of Jesus, ...</description>
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  <title>Take Part in the  “Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus” Program</title>
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  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/take-part-in-the-come-thou-long-expected-jesus-program/</guid>
  <pubDate>Thu, 17 Nov 2011 20:56:19 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>You are invited to help prepare your hearts and minds for Christmas with Christ the Word’s Christmas program, “Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus” on Sunday, Dec. 18, at 6:30 p.m. This program will feature both congregational and ...</description>
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  <title>Join the 2012 Variety Show “The Last Laugh!”</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/join-the-2012-variety-show-the-last-laugh/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/join-the-2012-variety-show-the-last-laugh/</guid>
  <pubDate>Thu, 17 Nov 2011 20:53:59 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Wouldn’t you like to enjoy a hilarious, fun-filled evening of laughter, song, and, well — variety — with your brothers and sisters in the church? Look no further! The 2012 CTW Variety Show: The Last Laugh is the place to be on ...</description>
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  <title>Look for Your Lost and Found Items this Sunday</title>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:33:40 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Everyone is encouraged to check through the lost and found items at the coat rack west of the main entrance off the foyer this weekend to see if anything belongs to them. Any unclaimed items will be taken to Goodwill after Nov. 20.</description>
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  <title>Benevolence Offering Next Sunday</title>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:32:30 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>As part of our usual observance of Thanksgiving, we&#039;ll once again collect the November and December benevolence offerings on the Sunday before the holiday (Nov. 20). We like to use this special collection as a time to cultivate a sense of ...</description>
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  <title>“Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus” Program Needs Your Help</title>
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  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/come-thou-long-expected-jesus-program-needs-your-help/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:31:38 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>You are invited to help prepare your hearts and minds for Christmas with Christ the Word’s Christmas program, “Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus” on Sunday, Dec. 18, at 6:30 p.m. This program will feature both congregational and ...</description>
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  <title>Get your act in now for the 2012 Variety Show “The Last Laugh!”</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/get-your-act-in-now-for-the-2012-variety-show-the-last-laugh/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/get-your-act-in-now-for-the-2012-variety-show-the-last-laugh/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:30:27 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Wouldn’t you like to enjoy a hilarious, fun-filled evening of laughter, song, and, well — variety — with your brothers and sisters in the church? Look no further! The 2012 CTW Variety Show: The Last Laugh is the place to be on ...</description>
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  <title>Benevolence Offering Coming Up on Nov. 20</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/benevolence-offering-coming-up-on-nov-20/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/benevolence-offering-coming-up-on-nov-20/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2011 14:55:27 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>As part of our usual observance of Thanksgiving, we&#039;ll once again collect the November and December benevolence offerings on the Sunday before the holiday (Nov. 20). We like to use this special collection as a time to cultivate a sense of ...</description>
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  <title>“Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus”</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/come-thou-long-expected-jesus/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/come-thou-long-expected-jesus/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2011 14:54:25 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>You are invited to help prepare your hearts and minds for Christmas with Christ the Word’s Christmas program, “Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus” on Sunday, Dec. 18, at 6:30 p.m. This program will feature both congregational and ...</description>
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  <title>2012 Variety Show “The Last Laugh!”</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/2012-variety-show-the-last-laugh/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/2012-variety-show-the-last-laugh/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2011 14:53:28 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Wouldn’t you like to enjoy a hilarious, fun-filled evening of laughter, song, and, well — variety — with your brothers and sisters in the church? Look no further! The 2012 CTW Variety Show: The Last Laugh is the place to be on ...</description>
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  <title>November 5 Abortion Protest</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/november-5-abortion-protest/</link>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2011 14:51:51 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>This Saturday, Nov. 5, the South Toledo Pathway will be leading Christ the Word’s protest at the abortion clinic on 1160 W. Sylvania Avenue from 8 a.m. till at least 10 a.m. Anyone interested in joining us is encouraged to do so.</description>
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  <title>Time to “Fall Back” on Sunday, Nov. 6</title>
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  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/time-to-fall-back-on-sunday-nov-6/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2011 14:44:19 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>This is a reminder to set your clocks back an hour on Sunday, November 6 at 2 am.</description>
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  <title>Benevolence Offering Reminder</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/benevolence-offering-reminder/</link>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2011 14:43:07 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>As part of our usual observance of Thanksgiving, we&#039;ll once again collect the November and December benevolence offerings on the Sunday before the holiday (Nov. 20). We like to use this special collection as a time to cultivate a sense of ...</description>
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  <title>Save the Date for the “Come Thou Long Expected Jesus&quot; Christmas Program</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/save-the-date-for-the-come-thou-long-expected-jesus-christmas-program/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/save-the-date-for-the-come-thou-long-expected-jesus-christmas-program/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2011 14:41:07 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>You are invited to help prepare your hearts and minds for Christmas with Christ the Word’s Christmas program “Come Thou Long Expected Jesus” on Sunday, Dec. 18 at 6:30 pm. This program will feature both congregational and ...</description>
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  <title>Saturday Abortion Protest (10/29)</title>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2011 14:39:26 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>This Saturday, Oct. 29  the Men’s Pathway will be leading Christ the Word’s protest at the abortion clinic on 1160 W. Sylvania Avenue from 8:00 am. till at least 10:00 am. Anyone interested in joining us is encouraged to do ...</description>
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  <title>We Mourn With Our Brother Mike Ahrendt</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/we-mourn-with-our-brother-mike-ahrendt/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/we-mourn-with-our-brother-mike-ahrendt/</guid>
  <pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2011 19:08:03 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
Mike Ahrendt’s grandmother, Anna C. Straub, 102, died at 4:10 am this morning. Please pray for comfort and strength for the Ahrendt family during this difficult time. You may access her obituary through this link. Visitation is from 2 to ...</description>
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  <title>New Attendee Open House this Sunday | 10/23/2011</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/new-attendee-open-house-this-sunday--10232011/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/new-attendee-open-house-this-sunday--10232011/</guid>
  <pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2011 19:17:46 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
If you began attending CTW in the past 12 months you are invited to attend a New Attendee Open House at the Walls’ home this Sunday from 4-7 pm. Food and refreshments will be provided. The Walls’ home is located at 4258 Stable Path ...</description>
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  <title>Time to “Fall Back” Sunday, November 6  </title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/time-to-fall-back-sunday-november-6/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/time-to-fall-back-sunday-november-6/</guid>
  <pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2011 19:15:57 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
This is a reminder to set your clocks back an hour on Sunday, November 6 at 2 am.
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  <title>Saturday Abortion Protest on 10/22/2011</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/saturday-abortion-protest-on-10222011/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/saturday-abortion-protest-on-10222011/</guid>
  <pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2011 19:13:42 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
This Saturday, October 22  the West Toledo Pathway will be leading Christ the Word’s protest at the abortion clinic on 1160 W. Sylvania Avenue from 8:00 am. till at least 10:00 am. Anyone interested in joining us is encouraged to do ...</description>
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  <title>Saturday Abortion Protest Cancelled (SempeRef)   </title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/saturday-abortion-protest-cancelled-semperef/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/saturday-abortion-protest-cancelled-semperef/</guid>
  <pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2011 19:40:29 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>This Saturday, Christ the Word’s protest at the abortion clinic at 1160 W. Sylvania Ave. from 8 -10 a.m. is cancelled. The clinic is open this Friday, October 14. Anyone interested in joining us tomorrow from 8 to 10 am is encouraged to do ...</description>
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  <title>Evening Worship Service | 10/16/2011</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/evening-worship-service--10162011/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/evening-worship-service--10162011/</guid>
  <pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2011 19:40:04 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>This Sunday evening at 6:30 p.m. in the SDA Fellowship Hall, Dr. Forney will be bringing the Word of God to us. We look forward to how God will challenge and encourage us through this teaching.</description>
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  <title>Time to “Fall Back” Sunday, November 6 </title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/time-to-fall-back-sunday-november-6/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/time-to-fall-back-sunday-november-6/</guid>
  <pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2011 19:39:22 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>This is a reminder to set your clocks back an hour on Sunday, November 6 at 2 am. </description>
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  <title>Consider Joining the “Gideon Ministry” </title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/consider-joining-the-gideon-ministry/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/consider-joining-the-gideon-ministry/</guid>
  <pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2011 19:38:53 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>The Gideon Ministry will take place weekly on Sunday mornings at 8:30 a.m. We will meet in the last room on the right in the Childcare Wing (Children’s Church room) of the SDA and will be using the book, Man vs. Lust. This ministry is for ...</description>
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  <title>CTW Chili Cook-Off and Bonfire Saturday, Oct. 22</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/ctw-chili-cook-off-and-bonfire-saturday-oct-22/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/ctw-chili-cook-off-and-bonfire-saturday-oct-22/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2011 17:10:25 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
We’re having a Chili Cook-off and Bonfire Saturday, Oct. 22, at the new church property. The fun begins at 4 p.m. SempeRef, Living Word Youth, and each pathway will compete in the cook-off. The categories for the cook-off are regular, ...</description>
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  <title>Consider Joining the “Gideon Ministry”</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/consider-joining-the-gideon-ministry/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/consider-joining-the-gideon-ministry/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2011 17:09:52 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
The Gideon Ministry will take place weekly on Sunday mornings at 8:30 a.m. We will meet in the last room on the right in the Childcare Wing (Children’s Church room) of the SDA and will be using the book, Man vs. Lust. We will be seeking ...</description>
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  <title>Next Saturday Baby Shower for Andrea Van Engen</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/next-saturday-baby-shower-for-andrea-van-engen/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/next-saturday-baby-shower-for-andrea-van-engen/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2011 17:09:14 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
Next Saturday, Oct. 15, is our baby shower for Andrew and Andrea Van Engen’s baby.  It will be held at the home of Cindy Skaff, 2674 Drummond Road, Toledo. This shower will be an open house, so feel free to stop in anytime between ...</description>
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  <title>Baby Shower for Heidi Cole</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/baby-shower-for-heidi-cole/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/baby-shower-for-heidi-cole/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2011 17:08:24 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
A baby shower for Heidi Cole will be held on Saturday, Nov. 12,  at the home of Xinxin Turner, 808 Southover Road, Toledo. Please join us to welcome Heidi and Nick&#039;s new baby boy! The shower will be an open house between the hours of 10 ...</description>
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  <title>Abortion Protest Updates via Email</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/abortion-protest-updates-via-email/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/abortion-protest-updates-via-email/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2011 16:38:53 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>It is no secret that God has wonderfully and powerfully blessed our stand against the murder of innocents in our abortion protest ministry at 1160 W. Sylvania Ave. Lives are being saved through our work. Hallelujah! God is forever praised! ...</description>
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  <title>Baby Shower for Andrea Van Engen</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/baby-shower-for-andrea-van-engen/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/baby-shower-for-andrea-van-engen/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2011 16:38:27 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>A baby shower for Andrea Van Engen will be held Saturday, Oct. 15, at the home of Cindy Skaff, 2674 Drummond Road, Toledo. This shower will be an open house, so feel free to stop in anytime between 10 a.m. and noon. A short devotional will be ...</description>
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  <title>Kids’ Clubs Start Soon</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/kids-clubs-start-soon/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/kids-clubs-start-soon/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2011 16:37:49 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Children&#039;s Outreach Ministries have been sharing the Gospel with youth in public elementary schools through the after-school Kids’ Clubs for the last 20 years. This has been achieved by committed volunteers teaching them Bible stories, ...</description>
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  <title>Chili Cook-Off and Bonfire Saturday, Oct. 22</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/chili-cook-off-and-bonfire-saturday-oct-22/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/chili-cook-off-and-bonfire-saturday-oct-22/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2011 16:36:28 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>All are invited to a Chili Cook-off and Bonfire Saturday, Oct. 22, at the new church property. The fun begins at 4 p.m. SempeRef, Living Word Youth, and each pathway will compete in the cook-off. The categories for the cook-off are regular, ...</description>
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  <title>Fall Adult Sunday School Classes Have Begun</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/fall-adult-sunday-school-classes-have-begun/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/fall-adult-sunday-school-classes-have-begun/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2011 17:14:23 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>God calls us in 2 Timothy to, &quot;Be diligent to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, accurately handling the word of truth.&quot; We encourage you to make attendance in one of the following classes a priority. ...</description>
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  <title>Compass Class and New Membership Class Has Begun</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/compass-class-and-new-membership-class-has-begun/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/compass-class-and-new-membership-class-has-begun/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2011 17:13:46 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
Have you ever asked yourself: “What is Christ the Word really about?” or “How do I get involved?” or “Which Pathway should I attend -- and what exactly is a Pathway, anyway?” If you have been asking these ...</description>
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  <title>A Reminder about October 9 Worship Service at the SDA</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/a-reminder-about-october-9-worship-service-at-the-sda/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/a-reminder-about-october-9-worship-service-at-the-sda/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2011 17:13:00 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
Thankfully, due to the cancellation of the SDA car show, our Oct. 9 Sunday school classes and worship service will remain at 9:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., respectively, at the SDA ...</description>
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  <title>A Reminder about No Gum, Candy or Other Food Items in Classroom Areas</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/a-reminder-about-no-gum-candy-or-other-food-items-in-classroom-areas/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/a-reminder-about-no-gum-candy-or-other-food-items-in-classroom-areas/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2011 17:11:10 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
Recently we have had some problems with candy and gum in classroom areas, especially gum. We are asking folks to please refrain from these items in these areas. We are also asking parents and teachers to be especially vigilant in keeping ...</description>
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  <title>Saturday Abortion Protest </title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/saturday-abortion-protest/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/saturday-abortion-protest/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2011 17:10:13 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
This Saturday the Consear Rd. Pathway (formerly known as the Perysburg Pathway) was scheduled to lead Christ the Word’s protest at the abortion clinic at 1160 W. Sylvania Ave. from 8 -10 a.m this Saturday. The clinic will be closed, ...</description>
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  <title>Sunday School Now Begins at 9:15 a.m.</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/sunday-school-now-begins-at-915-am/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/sunday-school-now-begins-at-915-am/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 20:35:51 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
Starting this Sunday, Sunday school will begin at 9:15 a.m. and will end at 10:05  a.m. We hope this will help all in arriving and starting class on time.
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  <title>Juergen von Hagen Preaching this Sunday</title>
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  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/juergen-von-hagen-preaching-this-sunday/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 20:35:13 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
This Sunday, Juergen von Hagen will be preaching at Christ the Word. He is the pastor of the Free Evangelical Church in Mechernich, Germany. He is also the professor of economics, University of Bonn and an adjunct visiting professor to the ...</description>
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  <title>October 9 Worship Service will be at the SDA</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/october-9-worship-service-will-be-at-the-sda/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/october-9-worship-service-will-be-at-the-sda/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 20:34:36 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
Thankfully, due to the cancellation of the SDA car show, our Oct. 9 Sunday school classes and worship service will remain at 9:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., respectively, at the SDA ...</description>
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  <title>Fall Adult Sunday School Classes Begin this Sunday</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/fall-adult-sunday-school-classes-begin-this-sunday/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/fall-adult-sunday-school-classes-begin-this-sunday/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 20:33:57 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>God calls us in 2 Timothy to, &quot;Be diligent to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, accurately handling the word of truth.&quot; We encourage you to make attendance in one of the following classes a priority ...</description>
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  <title>Compass Class and New Membership Class Begins this Sunday</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/compass-class-and-new-membership-class-begins-this-sunday/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/compass-class-and-new-membership-class-begins-this-sunday/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 20:32:58 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
Have you ever asked yourself: “What is Christ the Word really about?” or “How do I get involved?” or “Which Pathway should I attend -- and what exactly is a Pathway, anyway?” If you have been asking these ...</description>
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  <title>Join a Pathway this Week</title>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 20:32:20 GMT</pubDate>
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CTW’s Pathways have started back up and if you currently are not attending, we strongly encourage you to join one. Please see CTW’s calendar for the schedule of the Pathways and other events taking place. If you have questions ...</description>
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  <title>Abortion Protest | Sept. 17, 2011</title>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 20:27:43 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
This Saturday, the Old Orchard Pathway will be leading Christ the Word’s protest at the abortion clinic at 1160 W. Sylvania Ave. from 8 -10 a.m. Anyone interested in joining us is encouraged to do so. Please pray that God will use us to ...</description>
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  <title>Sunday School Time Change</title>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2011 20:58:16 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
Please note that starting Sept. 18, Sunday school will begin at 9:15 a.m. and will end at 10:05  a.m. We hope this will help all in arriving and starting class on ...</description>
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  <title>October 9 Worship Service will be at the SDA</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/october-9-worship-service-will-be-at-the-sda/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/october-9-worship-service-will-be-at-the-sda/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2011 20:57:54 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
Thankfully, due to the cancellation of the SDA car show, our Oct. 9 Sunday school classes and worship service will remain at 9:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., respectively, at the SDA ...</description>
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  <title>Registration Deadline for WOW Event this Sunday</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/registration-deadline-for-wow-event-this-sunday/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/registration-deadline-for-wow-event-this-sunday/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2011 20:57:30 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
This coming Sunday, Sept. 11, is the final day to register for the WOW Fall Teaching Event, “Love the Real Deal,” set for Saturday, Sept. 17, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Maumee Indoor Theater. Lunch is included. Please ...</description>
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  <title>Fall Adult Sunday School Classes Begin Next Sunday</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/fall-adult-sunday-school-classes-begin-next-sunday/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/fall-adult-sunday-school-classes-begin-next-sunday/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2011 20:57:01 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>God calls us in 2 Timothy to, &quot;Be diligent to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, accurately handling the word of truth.&quot; We encourage you to make attendance in one of the following classes a priority ...</description>
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  <title>Compass Class and New Membership Class Begins Next Sunday</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/compass-class-and-new-membership-class-begins-next-sunday/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/compass-class-and-new-membership-class-begins-next-sunday/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2011 20:56:16 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
Have you ever asked yourself: “What is Christ the Word really about?” or “How do I get involved?” or “Which Pathway should I attend -- and what exactly is a Pathway, anyway?” If you have been asking these ...</description>
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  <title>Join a Pathway</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/join-a-pathway/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/join-a-pathway/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2011 19:36:01 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
CTW’s Pathways have started back up and if you currently are not attending, we strongly encourage you to join one. Please see the PDF (click here) for a schedule of this year’s Pathways. If you have questions about our Pathways or ...</description>
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  <title>Baby shower for Andrea Van Engen</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/baby-shower-for-andrea-van-engen/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/baby-shower-for-andrea-van-engen/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2011 19:33:34 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
Please join us for a baby shower for Andrea Van Engen as we joyfully await her baby&#039;s birth.  It will be held on Saturday, Oct. 15 at the home of Cindy Skaff, 2674 Drummond Road, Toledo. This shower will be an open house, so feel free to ...</description>
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  <title>Saturday (9/10) Abortion Protest</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/saturday-910-abortion-protest/</link>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2011 19:32:56 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
This Saturday, the Timber Creek Pathway will be leading Christ the Word’s protest at the abortion clinic at 1160 W. Sylvania Ave. from 8 -10 a.m. Anyone interested in joining us is encouraged to do so. Please pray that God will use us to ...</description>
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  <title>New Adult Sunday School Classes To Begin This Sunday</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/new-adult-sunday-school-classes-to-begin-this-sunday/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/new-adult-sunday-school-classes-to-begin-this-sunday/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 20:32:27 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>God calls us in 2 Timothy to, &quot;Be diligent to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, accurately handling the word of truth.&quot; We encourage you to make attendance in one of the following classes a priority ...</description>
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  <title>No Gum, Candy or Other Food Items in Classroom Areas</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/no-gum-candy-or-other-food-items-in-classroom-areas/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/no-gum-candy-or-other-food-items-in-classroom-areas/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 20:31:29 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
Recently we have had some problems with candy and gum in classroom areas, particularly gum. We are asking folks to please refrain from these items in classroom areas. We are also asking parents and teachers to be especially vigilant in keeping ...</description>
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  <title>New Children&#039;s Sunday School Classes Begin Sept. 4</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/new-childrens-sunday-school-classes-begin-sept-4/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/new-childrens-sunday-school-classes-begin-sept-4/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 20:29:19 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Children will move up to their new Sunday school classes on Sept. 4. Maps for the locations of the the classes will be available in the Narthex. If you have any questions, please contact Adrienne ...</description>
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  <title>EWB Fulton County Fair Concert on September 5 Soon</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/ewb-fulton-county-fair-concert-on-september-5-soon/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/ewb-fulton-county-fair-concert-on-september-5-soon/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 20:27:37 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
Come and join the Everlasting Word Band for an exciting, God honoring concert at the Fulton County Fair. They will be playing on Monday, Sept. 5, (Labor Day) at 9 p.m. The concert will be held in the Gospel ...</description>
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  <title>Compass Class and New Membership Class Begins Sept. 18</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/compass-class-and-new-membership-class-begins-sept-18/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/compass-class-and-new-membership-class-begins-sept-18/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 20:24:25 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
Have you ever asked yourself: “What is Christ the Word really about?” or “How do I get involved?” or “Which Pathway should I attend -- and what exactly is a Pathway, anyway?” If you have been asking these ...</description>
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  <title>Abortion Protest Email Updates</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/abortion-protest-email-updates/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/abortion-protest-email-updates/</guid>
  <pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2011 02:34:28 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
It is no secret that God has wonderfully and powerfully blessed our stand against the murder of innocents in our abortion protest ministry at 1160 W. Sylvania Ave. Lives are being saved through our work. Hallelujah! God is forever praised! ...</description>
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  <title>2011 WOW Fall Teaching Event</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/2011-wow-fall-teaching-event/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/2011-wow-fall-teaching-event/</guid>
  <pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2011 02:33:16 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
The WOW fall teaching event “Love the Real Deal” will take place Saturday September 17th at the Maumee Indoor Theater.  Look for your invitation this coming Sunday with more ...</description>
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  <title>Abortion Protest Help Needed</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/abortion-protest-help-needed/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/abortion-protest-help-needed/</guid>
  <pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2011 02:32:43 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
We are looking for five to 10 people to be committed to coming from 10 a.m. to noon on a regular basis on the Saturdays the abortuary is open. If you would be able to commit to come, please contact Rhonda Heyerly at jjheyerly@windstream.net, ...</description>
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  <title>EWB Fulton County Fair Concert on September 5</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/ewb-fulton-county-fair-concert-on-september-5/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/ewb-fulton-county-fair-concert-on-september-5/</guid>
  <pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2011 02:31:31 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
Come and join the Everlasting Word Band for an exciting concert at the Fulton County Fair. They will be playing on Monday, Sept. 5, (Labor Day) at 9 p.m. The concert will be held in the Gospel ...</description>
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  <title>New Adult Sunday School Classes Begin this Sunday</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/new-adult-sunday-school-classes-begin-this-sunday/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/new-adult-sunday-school-classes-begin-this-sunday/</guid>
  <pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2011 16:28:15 GMT</pubDate>
  <description> 
Sunday school is as much a part of worshipping the Lord as is the morning or evening corporate worship services. God calls us in 2 Timothy to &quot;Be diligent to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need ...</description>
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  <title>South Toledo Pathway Cancelled Sunday</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/south-toledo-pathway-cancelled-sunday/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/south-toledo-pathway-cancelled-sunday/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2011 14:23:44 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
Due to the Men’s canoe trip, the South Toledo Pathway will not be meeting this Sunday. The next meeting  will be on  August ...</description>
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  <title>Meyers’ BYBC Starts this Monday</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/meyers-bybc-starts-this-monday/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/meyers-bybc-starts-this-monday/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2011 14:23:10 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
Following a great summer of CTW’s Backyard Bible Clubs, our final club at the Meyers begins this Monday, Aug. 15, through Friday, Aug. 19, from 9 a.m. till noon. Kids ages 4 to sixth grade are invited. Centering around the Gospel message ...</description>
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  <title>EWB Fulton County Fair Concert</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/ewb-fulton-county-fair-concert/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/ewb-fulton-county-fair-concert/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2011 14:21:52 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
Come and join the Everlasting Word Band for an exciting concert at the Fulton County Fair. They will be playing on Monday, Sept. 5, (Labor Day) at 9 p.m. The concert will be held in the Gospel ...</description>
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  <title>Tonight: An Evening with Meriam</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/tonight-an-evening-with-meriam/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/tonight-an-evening-with-meriam/</guid>
  <pubDate>Sat, 06 Aug 2011 14:59:21 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
All are invited to attend a reception for Miriam Oswalt at the Wayne Turner home tonight, from 6 to 9 p.m. At 7 p.m., Miriam will be sharing about her ministry at Grace School in Thailand followed by a time of prayer for her. Miriam will be ...</description>
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  <title>WOW Mother/Son Mud Hens Game Deadline</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/wow-motherson-mud-hens-game-deadline/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/wow-motherson-mud-hens-game-deadline/</guid>
  <pubDate>Sat, 06 Aug 2011 14:57:05 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
This Sunday (8/7) is the last day to sign up and turn in your payment to take your son to the Mud Hens game on Aug. 26. Advanced ticket purchases must be turned into Sharon Ahrendt by this Sunday. You can pick up an envelope at the WOW ...</description>
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  <title>Abortion Protest Help Needed</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/abortion-protest-help-needed/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/abortion-protest-help-needed/</guid>
  <pubDate>Sat, 06 Aug 2011 14:55:10 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
We are looking for five to 10 people to be committed to coming from 10 a.m. to noon on a regular basis on the Saturdays the abortuary is open. If you would be able to commit to come, please contact Rhonda Heyerly at jjheyerly@windstream.net, ...</description>
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  <title>Men&#039;s Prayer Meeting</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/mens-prayer-meeting/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/mens-prayer-meeting/</guid>
  <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jul 2011 01:45:34 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Join us this Wednesday at noon: All men are invited to come and pray together each Wednesday at Matt French&#039;s office from Noon to 1 p.m. Matt&#039;s office, at Amps Industrial Controls, is located at 1560 Holloway Rd. in Holland. Men should ...</description>
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  <title>Foulke’s BYBC Starts this Monday</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/foulkes-bybc-starts-this-monday/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/foulkes-bybc-starts-this-monday/</guid>
  <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jul 2011 01:36:30 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Following a great week at the Miklovic’s club, our next club at the Foulke’s begins this Monday, August 1 through Friday, August 5. The club is from 6:30 till 8:30 p.m. Kids ages 4 to sixth grade are invited. The clubs are free and ...</description>
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  <title>An Evening With Miriam</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/an-evening-with-miriam/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/an-evening-with-miriam/</guid>
  <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jul 2011 01:34:30 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>All are invited to attend a reception for Miriam Oswalt at the Wayne Turner home Saturday,  August 6 from 6 to 9 p.m. Miriam will be sharing about her ministry at Grace School in Thailand at 7 p.m. followed by a time of prayer for her. ...</description>
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  <title>Abortion Protest Updates Via Email</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/abortion-protest-updates-via-email/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/abortion-protest-updates-via-email/</guid>
  <pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2011 20:13:24 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>It is no secret that God has wonderfully and powerfully blessed our stand against the murder of innocents at 1160 W. Sylvania Ave in our abortion protest ministry. Lives are being saved through our work. Hallelujah! God is forever praised! ...</description>
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  <title>Update to Dionne Farewell Cookout Sunday, July 31</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/update-to-dionne-farewell-cookout-sunday-july-31/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/update-to-dionne-farewell-cookout-sunday-july-31/</guid>
  <pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2011 20:01:27 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>All are invited to attend a farewell cookout for the Dionne family as they look to depart for Spartanburg, SC in August. The cookout will be held at the Walnut Grove Shelter in Secor Metropark near the new church building Sunday, July 31, ...</description>
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  <title>Register Now for the Men&#039;s Canoe Trip</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/register-now-for-the-mens-canoe-trip/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/register-now-for-the-mens-canoe-trip/</guid>
  <pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2011 20:00:27 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Registration is open for the annual men’s canoe and camping trip to Grayling, MI.  Come out for one or all of the days of Aug. 12-14 for this manly adventure and relaxing weekend.  We look forward to a great time as fathers, ...</description>
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  <title>Softball Team Stays Undefeated, Face Two Opponents Next Week</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/softball-team-stays-undefeated-face-two-opponents-next-week/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/softball-team-stays-undefeated-face-two-opponents-next-week/</guid>
  <pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2011 19:57:00 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>CTW’s softball team remained undefeated, but it wasn’t easy as it took two extra innings to defeat Washington Church 7-6. This Monday, July 18, at 6 p.m. CTW faces The Dwelling Place and then Tuesday, July 19 CTW plays against ...</description>
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  <title>Mother/Son Mud Hens Game</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/motherson-mud-hens-game/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/motherson-mud-hens-game/</guid>
  <pubDate>Sun, 12 Jun 2011 03:09:52 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>On Friday, August 26 we have reserved a block of 50 seats for mothers and their sons to attend the Mud Hens game. To purchase tickets please pick up an envelope at the WOW table. Complete the info on the front and put in the exact cash ...</description>
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  <title>Register Now for the Men&#039;s Canoe Trip</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/register-now-for-the-mens-canoe-trip/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/register-now-for-the-mens-canoe-trip/</guid>
  <pubDate>Thu, 02 Jun 2011 22:46:01 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Registration is open for the annual men’s canoe and camping trip to Grayling, Michigan.  Come out for one or all of the days of Aug. 12-14 for this manly adventure and relaxing weekend.  We look forward to a great time as ...</description>
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  <title>CTW Camping Trip Deadline Approaching</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/ctw-camping-trip-deadline-approaching/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/ctw-camping-trip-deadline-approaching/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 20 May 2011 18:14:10 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>All reservations and payments must be made by May 31. So, please check your calendars and get back to us as soon as you are able. There are still a few electric sites left and some non-electric sites. Don&#039;t miss this amazing time of fun and ...</description>
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  <title>Officer Elections After The Evening Service, June 5</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/officer-elections-after-the-evening-service-june-5/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/officer-elections-after-the-evening-service-june-5/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 20 May 2011 18:11:35 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Elections for deacon candidates will take place at a brief congregational meeting following the evening service on Sunday, June 5. Candidates on the ballot for the office of deacon are Dave Foulke, Dave Meyers, Jeff Schriner, Matt Slick, and Tim ...</description>
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  <title>Save the Date: Men&#039;s Canoe Trip Aug. 12-14</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/save-the-date-mens-canoe-trip-aug-12-14/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/save-the-date-mens-canoe-trip-aug-12-14/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 20 May 2011 18:09:51 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Registration will begin soon for the annual men’s canoe and camping trip to Grayling, Michigan.  Save the dates of Aug. 12-14 for this manly adventure and relaxing weekend.  We look forward to a great time as fathers, sons, and ...</description>
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  <title>Round Robin Dinners this Summer</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/round-robin-dinners-this-summer/</link>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 04 May 2011 15:44:01 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>This summer, we are offering a three-month round robin dinner/social group. Here is how it works: Once a month you will have the opportunity to get together with a group from CTW. Some you may know, some you may not, and others you may just not ...</description>
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  <title>Jamie Soles &amp; Family Concert May 22</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/jamie-soles--family-concert-may-22/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/jamie-soles--family-concert-may-22/</guid>
  <pubDate>Wed, 04 May 2011 15:42:27 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Come hear a mix of all of Jamie’s music. We sing his version of Psalm 1 in worship and our children are familiar with his children’s Bible songs through Backyard Bible Clubs. Bring your family and friends Sunday, May 22 at 7 p.m. The ...</description>
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  <title>Officer Elections Following Evening Service, June 5</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/officer-elections-following-evening-service-june-5/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/officer-elections-following-evening-service-june-5/</guid>
  <pubDate>Sun, 17 Apr 2011 03:13:14 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Elections for deacon candidates will take place at a brief congregational meeting following the evening service on Sunday, June 5. Candidates on the ballot for the office of deacon are Dave Foulke, Dave Meyers, Jeff Schriner, Matt Slick, and Tim ...</description>
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  <title>Sign-up For CTW&#039;s Coed Softball Team</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/sign-up-for-ctws-coed-softball-team/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/sign-up-for-ctws-coed-softball-team/</guid>
  <pubDate>Thu, 07 Apr 2011 21:24:32 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Spring is here and that means it’s time for CTW to put together the 2011 Coed softball team. The team will compete in the WPOS softball league with games played at WPOS Christian Center located on Angola Rd in Holland OH. Consider using ...</description>
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  <title>CTW&#039;s Annual Pinewood Derby Saturday, May 21</title>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 31 Mar 2011 17:38:19 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Our annual pinewood derby will be run on Saturday, May 21 at 2 p.m. in the Dominguez Barn. Daughters and sons as well as fathers are welcomed to participate. Children must be old enough to do significant work on their own cars. Cars will cost ...</description>
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  <title>BYBC Needs You</title>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 31 Mar 2011 17:36:20 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>The Backyard Bible Club (BYBC) ministry is a great opportunity to reach children and families right in the communities they live. This summer we are hoping to reach between 700-800 kids. It takes a lot of volunteers to do this and we hope you ...</description>
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  <title>Centerpieces of Praise</title>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 30 Mar 2011 01:58:24 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Sign up in the narthex Sunday morning to make a Centerpiece of Praise for the Maundy Thursday Celebration event held April 21. These centerpieces will be the table décor at each table as another way of offering praise to the Lord during ...</description>
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  <title>Presenting the Pro-Life Message</title>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 30 Mar 2011 01:52:56 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Please come join the Living Word Youth and Semper Ref at Strawberry Acres Wednesday, March 30 from 7-8 p.m. as they welcome Michael Spencer from Life Training Institute. Michael will be challenging and training us to persuasively present the ...</description>
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  <title>2011 Pinewood Derby | Saturday May 21</title>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 16 Mar 2011 15:02:59 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Our Annual Pinewood Derby will be run on Saturday, May 21, 2 p.m.,     at the Dominguez Barn. Daughters and sons as well as fathers are     welcomed to participate. Children must be old enough to do     significant work on their own cars. Cars ...</description>
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  <title>Maundy Thursday Celebration</title>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2011 14:41:40 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Maundy Thursday is on April 21st this year and the time to sign up to be part of Christ the Word’s annual celebration at Nazareth Hall is now! Click here or you can click the banner found on the website to reserve your seats and type in ...</description>
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  <title>Summer Backyard Bible Club Volunteers Needed</title>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2011 14:38:54 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>It might seem crazy but before we know it June will be upon us and Backyard Bible Clubs (BYBCs) will be in full swing. In an effort to plan ahead we are looking for volunteers willing to assist with BYBCs this summer. If you are interested or ...</description>
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  <title>Latest Camping Trip Update</title>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2011 14:32:42 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>If you have registered for the CTW camping trip scheduled for June 29 – July 2, Jeff and Shelley Schriner need your payment to secure your reservation. That payment is needed as soon as possible. Everyone who has signed up should have ...</description>
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  <title>Hoen&#039;s Greenhouse Vouchers Available</title>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2011 14:23:19 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Spring is almost here and it is time for flowers! If you buy your flowers and/or mulch at Hoen’s Greenhouse, you can help support the Living Word Youth by purchasing vouchers for your flowers through us. The price for your items is the ...</description>
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  <title>CTW&#039;s Annual Skate Night: Wednesday, March 16</title>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2011 06:04:39 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Come join the fun as we gather together at Swanton Coliseum on Wednesday, March 16 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Admission is FREE! You can bring your own roller blades or skates, or if you need to rent skates there is a $3 fee. Swanton Coliseum is ...</description>
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  <title>SemperRef: Spring Break in the UP</title>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2011 06:01:59 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Come join other college students and young adults for a spring break trip to the UP!  We’re leaving Wednesday, March 9th and returning to Toledo Saturday, March 12th.  There will be options for skiing, sledding, snowmobiling, ...</description>
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  <title>Building Pictures Wanted</title>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2011 05:59:39 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>We are looking for pictures of our new church building taken during any of the construction or times when you have gone to the site of our future church home. We are hoping to create a record of the construction and would be especially grateful ...</description>
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  <title>Volunteers For Life Needed</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/volunteers-for-life-needed/</link>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2011 05:56:26 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Please prayerfully consider your willingness to minister in CTW’s abortion outreach in one of three ways. The first is for women who are able and willing to serve as designated &quot;counselors&quot;. This would require someone who is able to commit ...</description>
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  <title>Pregnancy Center of Greater Toledo&#039;s Sweet Endings Fundraiser</title>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2011 05:51:28 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>You are invited to the Sweet Endings annual fundraiser being held Thursday, March 10 at 7 p.m. Proceeds will benefit the ongoing work of the Pregnancy Center of Greater Toledo. The evening features Pat Tebow, mother of Tim Tebow the 2007 Heisman ...</description>
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  <title>Two New Editions</title>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 04 Feb 2011 21:34:39 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Praise God for the safe deliveries of two new children to our CTW church family. On 2/1/11 Elijah William Turner was born, 8lbs. 15oz. and on 2/4/11 Daniel Nehemiah Van Wormer was born, 8lbs. 2 oz. Both mothers and the newborns are doing well. ...</description>
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  <title>Time Change for Baechle Baby Shower </title>
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  <pubDate>Sat, 29 Jan 2011 14:51:36 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>The time for Emily’s baby shower has changed to 9:30 a.m. instead of 10 a.m. as previously announced. The shower will take place at the home of Barb Oostra, 21 Tremore Way in Holland, on Saturday, February 5th from 9:30-11:30 ...</description>
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  <title>&quot;Souper Bowl&quot; Party Invitation for Sunday, Feb. 6</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/souper-bowl-party-invitation-for-sunday-feb-6/</link>
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  <pubDate>Sat, 29 Jan 2011 14:48:44 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Following evening worship on Sunday, Feb. 6, everyone has been invited to join the SDA as they watch the Super Bowl and eat snacks and pizza in the Fellowship Hall. There is no cost, however they are asking people to bring cans of non-perishable ...</description>
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  <title>R.S.V.P. for Couples&#039; Night</title>
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  <pubDate>Sat, 29 Jan 2011 14:44:28 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Mark your calendars now for CTW’s annual Couple’s Night scheduled for Saturday, February 12 from 6:30 till 9:30 p.m. We will be joining together for a wonderful evening of fun activities, delicious food, and great fellowship at the ...</description>
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  <title>Building Pictures Wanted</title>
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  <pubDate>Sat, 29 Jan 2011 14:38:24 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>We are looking for pictures of our new church building taken during any of the construction or times when you have gone to the site of our future church home. We are hoping to create a record of the construction and would be especially grateful ...</description>
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  <title>New Attendee Open House Sunday, January 30</title>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 09 Jan 2011 02:00:38 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>If you began attending CTW in the past 12 months you are invited to attend a New Attendee Open House at the Killy Home on Sunday, January 30 from 4-7:30 pm. Food and refreshments will be provided. The Killy home is located at 2342 Tanglewood Dr ...</description>
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  <title>Sign-up for Annual CTW Camping Trip Set for June 29-July 2</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/sign-up-for-annual-ctw-camping-trip-set-for-june-29-july-2/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/sign-up-for-annual-ctw-camping-trip-set-for-june-29-july-2/</guid>
  <pubDate>Sun, 09 Jan 2011 01:54:14 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Don’t let snow or cold weather keep you from thinking about all the fun to be had at this year’s annual CTW Family Camping Trip. This year&#039;s trip will take place Wednesday, June 29, through Saturday, July 2 at Somerset Beach ...</description>
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  <title>Richard Oostra: 1916-2010</title>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 29 Dec 2010 14:23:58 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>On Monday, Dec. 27, Richard Oostra, father of Randy Oostra, went to meet the Lord. Randy&#039;s father died in the faith and has heard the &quot;Well done&quot; of the Lord. Please remember the Oostras in your prayers during the coming weeks. An obituary of ...</description>
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  <title>Winter Trimester Sunday School Classes Begin on January 23</title>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 23 Dec 2010 19:31:16 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Two classes will be offered during or Winter Trimester. The first is directed toward parents and will be based upon Tedd Tripp’s book Shepherding A Child’s Heart. Tripp writes, “God is concerned with the heart—the ...</description>
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  <title>Winter Interim Sunday School Class: The Doctrine of Repentance</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/winter-interim-sunday-school-class-the-doctrine-of-repentance/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/winter-interim-sunday-school-class-the-doctrine-of-repentance/</guid>
  <pubDate>Wed, 15 Dec 2010 16:02:53 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Confession of sin has recently become an emphasis in our Pathways. The  end goal of our confessions is repentance. What does this mean? How do  we move from confession to repentance? These questions and others will  be answered as we use Thomas ...</description>
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  <title>Officer Election Next Sunday, December 19</title>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 09 Dec 2010 18:59:44 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Following the Dec. 19 evening worship service, we will hold a brief congregational meeting to conduct an officer election. Please be prepared to stay for a few minutes after the conclusion of the service.</description>
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  <title>Joseph Bayly to Preach this Sunday, Nov. 21</title>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 16 Nov 2010 16:42:40 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>CTW welcomes Joseph Bayly this coming Sunday morning. Joseph, nephew of David Bayly, will preach during both morning services. Joseph is a graduate of the pastor&#039;s college and currently is pastor of ClearNote Fellowship in Indianapolis, ...</description>
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  <title>Children&#039;s Sunday School Classrooms Changing</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/childrens-sunday-school-classrooms-changing/</link>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 12 Nov 2010 20:06:38 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Because of true overcrowding in the nursery, we will be moving two children’s Sunday school classes to new locations beginning next Sunday November 21st. If you have a child in the 4’s-preschool 5’s class, they will now meet in ...</description>
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  <title>Visiting the Church Building Site</title>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 12 Nov 2010 20:04:58 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Currently a lot of steelwork is being done at the church building site. This entails moving parts and the staging of equipment and steel structures. The construction site can be a dangerous area especially right now. In an effort to reduce the ...</description>
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  <title>New Membership Class Begins this Sunday, Nov. 14</title>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2010 13:46:17 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>A new membership class begins this Sunday, November 14 during the normal Sunday school hour. If you are interested in participating please contact Scott Killy or simply show up to class. The class will meet in the first room on the right in the ...</description>
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  <title>New Year&#039;s Eve Celebrations</title>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2010 13:37:12 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Ready to take a one year break from our traditional New Year’s Eve Variety Show? Sorry, but for one year, and one year only we hope, we must do so. Between SDA plans to use their fellowship hall this New Year’s Eve and the cost of ...</description>
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  <title>Messiah Sing-Along Happenings</title>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 01 Nov 2010 13:35:43 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Our Annual Messiah Sing-Along is just around the corner (Sunday, Dec. 5). Starting this week we will have run-throughs of the choruses following the second morning service. Also, this Sunday invitations will be available for your use. Pick them ...</description>
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  <title>Messiah Sing-Along Run-Throughs</title>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 13 Oct 2010 17:46:33 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Following our morning worship services on Nov. 7, 14, 21, and 28 we will be singing through the choruses from Handel&#039;s Messiah in preparation for this year&#039;s Sing-Along. Everyone is invited and encouraged to participate. Bring your own personal ...</description>
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  <title>Annual Thanksgiving Benevolence Offering</title>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 13 Oct 2010 15:30:27 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
The Deacons will be collecting our annual Thanksgiving offering on Sunday, November 21. The Thanksgiving offering replaces both the November and December regular benevolence offerings which are usually collected after the Lord’s Supper. ...</description>
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  <title>An &quot;Old Fashioned&quot; Roof Raising</title>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 26 Sep 2010 19:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Dates have been set for the roof install! Lord willing the roof will go on from Monday, November 29th—Saturday December 4th.We need at least 20, but preferably 30+ men of CTW who will commit to giving a whole week to help put the roof on ...</description>
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  <title>Bump, Set, Spike... Anyone?</title>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 26 Sep 2010 19:17:41 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>If there are enough interested people, Christ the Word may join the WPOS co-ed power league for the first time ever.  Games would be played at the WPOS gym on Monday nights.  Everyone has to be over 18 years old, except for 2 players ...</description>
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  <title>Get Involved: Afterschool Kids Club</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/get-involved-afterschool-kids-club/</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 26 Sep 2010 19:10:33 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Kid&#039;s Clubs reach hundreds of unchurched boys and girls in schools throughout the area with the life changing Gospel message of Jesus Christ. Many elementary schools have given permission to hold Kid&#039;s Clubs in their facilities, the difficulty ...</description>
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  <title>Kid&#039;s Club Kick-Off</title>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 17 Sep 2010 21:47:11 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Children&#039;s Outreach Ministries is holding its annual Kid&#039;s Club Kick-Off for all those interested in afterschool Bible Clubs in public elementary schools. Kid&#039;s Clubs reach hundreds of boys and girls in schools throughout the area with the life ...</description>
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  <title>Forty Days For Life</title>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 17 Sep 2010 21:28:35 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Abortion is the murder of children. Join together against it by signing-up to pray at the Center for &quot;Choice&quot; during the 40 Days For Life at the table in the Narthex this Sunday. The 40 Days For Life is a time where we are ...</description>
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  <title>2010 Prayer Vigil is Almost Here</title>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 15 Sep 2010 19:13:26 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Reminder: 2010 CTW Prayer Vigil is this Friday
The 2010 CTW Prayer Vigil is this Friday, Sep.17th starting at 6 p.m. and ending at 6 p.m. Saturday, Sep. 18th. If you have not signed up, but still want to pray you are encouraged to come out ...</description>
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  <title>New Fall Trimester Sunday School Classes</title>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 01 Sep 2010 19:21:36 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>We are excited to announce our upcoming Fall Trimester Sunday school classes which will begin on September 19. Two classes will be offered: 
Reformed Theology in All of Life, Part 1: Reformed Theology in the Home
Teachers: Andrew Dionne ...</description>
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  <title>Make a Joyful Noise…Come Join the CTW Kids Choir!</title>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 31 Aug 2010 20:36:00 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Are you in the 1st through 6th grade? Then you’re invited to join the new CTW Kids Choir! Come develop your singing gifts and learn to worship God with more skill. We intend to have a blast learning and singing praises together to God. ...</description>
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  <title>New Children&#039;s Sunday School Classes Begin Sept. 5</title>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2010 17:20:45 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Children will move up to their new Sunday school classes on Sept. 5. Maps for the locations of the the classes will be available in the Narthex. If you have any questions, please contact Adrienne ...</description>
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  <title>Interim Sunday School Class Begins This Sunday</title>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 24 Aug 2010 16:42:35 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>The theme for this fall’s interim Sunday school class is financial stewardship. The class will be taught by Mike Ahrendt, Mario Dominguez and Matt Miklovic. Mike will dedicate the first class to a review of our progress with the building ...</description>
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  <title>2010 Prayer Vigil</title>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 12 Aug 2010 21:04:17 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Sign up for the 2010 CTW Prayer Vigil
Sign-up for the 2010 Christ the Word Prayer Vigil are going on now! The vigil starts Friday, September 17th at 6:00 p.m. and ends Saturday, September 18th at 6:00 p.m. Come join us for a one hour block of ...</description>
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  <title>semperRef: Freshmen Welcome Party @ East Harbor State Park</title>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 12 Aug 2010 20:52:17 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>THIS SATURDAY...All college students are invited to join semperRef for a day at the lake! 11am to 10pm.  Come whenever you can!  We’ll meet right at the beach at East Harbor State Park Follow the entrance on back. When you come ...</description>
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  <title>New Attendee Open House</title>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 12 Aug 2010 20:36:07 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>If you began attending CTW in the past 12 months you are invited to attend a New Attendee Open House at the Bayly home on Saturday, Aug. 21 from 3-6 pm. Refreshments and snacks will be provided. Bring a bathing suit if you would like to go ...</description>
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  <title>Fall 2010 Interim Adult Sunday School Class</title>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 12 Aug 2010 20:23:28 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>The theme for this fall’s interim Sunday school class is financial stewardship. The class will be taught by Mike Ahrendt, Mario Dominguez and Matt Miklovic. Mike will dedicate the first class to a review of our progress with the building ...</description>
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  <title>2010 Compass Class &amp; New Members Class</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/2010-compass-class--new-members-class/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/2010-compass-class--new-members-class/</guid>
  <pubDate>Thu, 12 Aug 2010 20:21:02 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>If you have ever asked yourself ‘What is Christ the Word really about?’, ‘How do I get involved?’, ‘Which “Pathway” should I attend, and what is a “Pathway,” anyway?’, then the Compass ...</description>
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  <title>Softball Update &amp; Doubleheader this Monday</title>
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  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/softball-update--doubleheader-this-monday/</guid>
  <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jul 2010 02:58:35 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>CTW&#039;s Softball Team won their last game 14-4 against Holland Free Methodist. CTW is now 4-5. With only three games left in the regular season the team hopes to see a healthy dose of fan support as they position themselves for a good ...</description>
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  <title>Bible Study at the YMCA begins Tuesday</title>
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  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/bible-study-at-the-ymca-begins-tuesday/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 15:44:34 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Do you have questions about the Christian faith, or do you know somebody who does? If so, then the Bible Study at the West Toledo YMCA will be a great place to discuss some important questions such as “Who is God?”, “What is ...</description>
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  <title>LWY Mission Team Update</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/lwy-mission-team-update/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/lwy-mission-team-update/</guid>
  <pubDate>Thu, 15 Jul 2010 20:23:28 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Praise God for He has allowed the youth mission team to accomplish much work. Thus far they have done a lot of landscaping, completed a kids play area, and power washed the church building and its fence. They have also had good interaction ...</description>
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  <title>Ladies Pool Party Thursday July 15</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/ladies-pool-party-thursday-july-15/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/ladies-pool-party-thursday-july-15/</guid>
  <pubDate>Wed, 14 Jul 2010 18:22:29 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Ladies please join us for water-related fun at Cheryl Bayly&#039;s on Thursday, July 15 at 8 pm. You can sit by the pool and relax with friends or perfect your double-gainer on the high dive. Drinks will be provided. Please bring a snack to pass. ...</description>
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  <title>Revision: Bridal Shower for Brittany Coyle</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/revision-bridal-shower-for-brittany-coyle/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/revision-bridal-shower-for-brittany-coyle/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 09 Jul 2010 03:35:44 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Ladies, please join us for a bridal shower for Brittany Coyle, who will be getting married to Andrew Colchagoff at the end of this month. It will be held at the home of Lynnette Killy located at 2342 Tanglewood Dr. in Toledo on Saturday, ...</description>
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  <title>Softball Update &amp; Game Tonight 7/9/10</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/softball-update--game-tonight-7910/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/softball-update--game-tonight-7910/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 09 Jul 2010 03:14:23 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>CTW&#039;s Softball Team went 1-1 in their last two games. Continuing in their up and down season the team lost 5-1 against Holland Free Methodist and won 26-6 against Washington church. CTW is now 3-4.
The team appreciates the ...</description>
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  <title>Raimondo Dominguez Funeral and Visitation</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/raimondo-dominguez-funeral-and-visitation/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/raimondo-dominguez-funeral-and-visitation/</guid>
  <pubDate>Wed, 07 Jul 2010 17:58:10 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Please pray for the Dominguez family as they grieve the death of Mario&#039;s father, Raimondo. The visitation will take place at Reeb Funeral Home in Sylvania on Thursday from 4 to 9 p.m. The funeral will take place at Little Flower Church on Friday ...</description>
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  <title>Baby Shower For Jen Turner</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/baby-shower-for-jen-turner/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/baby-shower-for-jen-turner/</guid>
  <pubDate>Wed, 07 Jul 2010 13:26:25 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>All women of Christ the Word are invited to a baby shower for Jen Turner. Tyson and Jen are expecting their first baby in October. The shower is Saturday, August 21st from 10 am till noon. It will be held at the home of Sharon Ahrendt, 4337 ...</description>
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  <title>Deadline to RSVP this Sunday: Men&#039;s Canoe Trip</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/deadline-to-rsvp-this-sunday-mens-canoe-trip/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/deadline-to-rsvp-this-sunday-mens-canoe-trip/</guid>
  <pubDate>Tue, 06 Jul 2010 20:17:43 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
The deadline to submit your RSVP and check for canoe/kayak is this coming Sunday, July 11th.  Please get your information and payment in to Tyson or the church office by Sunday July 11th.  Please call Tyson Turner or Eric Beerbower ...</description>
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  <title>Bridal Shower This Saturday For Brittany Coyle</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/bridal-shower-this-saturday-for-brittany-coyle/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/bridal-shower-this-saturday-for-brittany-coyle/</guid>
  <pubDate>Mon, 05 Jul 2010 18:35:50 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Ladies, please join us for a bridal shower  in honor of Brittany Coyle,  who will be getting married to Andrew Colchagoff later this summer. It  will be held at the home of Lynette Killy-2342 Tanglewood Drive, Toledo  on Saturday, July 17th ...</description>
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  <title>CTW Softball Report &amp; Upcoming Games</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/ctw-softball-report--upcoming-games/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/ctw-softball-report--upcoming-games/</guid>
  <pubDate>Mon, 05 Jul 2010 04:11:02 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>CTW&#039;s Softball Team went 1-1 in their last two games. Continuing in their up and down season the team lost 5-1 last Monday against Holland Free Methodist and won 26-6 the next night against Washington church. CTW is now ...</description>
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  <title>Outreach Study at YMCA</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/outreach-study-at-ymca/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/outreach-study-at-ymca/</guid>
  <pubDate>Sat, 03 Jul 2010 15:28:12 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Do you have questions about the Christian faith, or do you know somebody who does? If so, then the Bible Study at the West Toledo YMCA will be a great place to discuss some important questions such as “Who is God?”, “What is ...</description>
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  <title>Bridal Shower For Brittany Coyle This Saturday</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/bridal-shower-for-brittany-coyle-this-saturday/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/bridal-shower-for-brittany-coyle-this-saturday/</guid>
  <pubDate>Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:34:32 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Ladies, please join us for a bridal shower  in honor of Brittany Coyle,  who will be getting married to Andrew Colchagoff later this summer. It  will be held at the home of Lynette Killy-2342 Tanglewood Drive, Toledo  on Saturday, July 17th ...</description>
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  <title>CTW Softball Report &amp; Upcoming Games</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/ctw-softball-report--upcoming-games/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/ctw-softball-report--upcoming-games/</guid>
  <pubDate>Mon, 28 Jun 2010 03:27:24 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>CTW&#039;s Softball Team won their most recent game 13-0. The team continues to get stronger and the fans remain great! CTW is now 2-3. 
The team continues their season this Monday, June 28 at 7:10 pm ...</description>
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  <title>Independence Day Outreach</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/independence-day-outreach/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/independence-day-outreach/</guid>
  <pubDate>Wed, 16 Jun 2010 18:17:34 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>

Get ready for CTW&#039;s Independence Day Outreach! On July 3rd (NOT July 4th) head over to Pacesetter Park in Sylvania, where we will be passing out water bottles and Gospel tracts before watching the Sylvania fireworks. We will congregate near ...</description>
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  <title>Are You Able to Serve?</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/are-you-able-to-serve/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/are-you-able-to-serve/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 11 Jun 2010 01:38:58 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>There is a real need right now for people willing to serve in the nursery and in teaching children&#039;s church. If you are not already serving in one of these areas and are able to do so please consider signing up in the Narthex area after ...</description>
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  <title>Come Support Your 2010 CTW Softball Team</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/come-support-your-2010-ctw-softball-team/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/come-support-your-2010-ctw-softball-team/</guid>
  <pubDate>Wed, 02 Jun 2010 18:16:00 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Come support your 2010 CTW Softball Team as they open their season Friday, June 4 at 6 p.m. against Holland Free Methodist and again for the second game Monday, June 7 at 6 p.m. versus the Church (formerly Church on Strayer).  ...</description>
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  <title>We mourn with our sister Julie Van Wormer</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/we-mourn-with-our-sister-julie-van-wormer/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/we-mourn-with-our-sister-julie-van-wormer/</guid>
  <pubDate>Tue, 01 Jun 2010 15:04:07 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>We mourn with Julie Van Wormer and her family as her father, Dick Vogt, died Saturday, afternoon. The viewing will take place at Pawlak Funeral Home Wednesday, June 2 from 2-9 pm. The funeral service is ...</description>
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  <title>Backyard Bible Club Supplies Needed</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/backyard-bible-club-supplies-needed/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/backyard-bible-club-supplies-needed/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 21 May 2010 16:46:28 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>As this summer’s Backyard Bible Clubs draw near, there are still some supplies needed and Erica Scharer is collecting supplies in the narthex on Sunday mornings. She still needs empty cereal or cracker boxes. Extra donations of the ...</description>
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  <title>New Sunday School Classes Begin This Sunday</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/new-sunday-school-classes-begin-this-sunday/</link>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 11 May 2010 16:18:00 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Two new Sunday school classes will be offered during our Summer trimester.
The first class, &quot;What We Believe&quot;, will be an overview of fundamental Christian teachings and will be taught by Craig French, Darren Morgan, and Andrew Dionne. Here is ...</description>
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  <title>Do You Shop At Krogers?</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/do-you-shop-at-krogers/</link>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 11 May 2010 15:28:56 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>If you shop at Kroger, would you be willing to help the Living Word  Youth by registering for the Kroger Community Rewards Program?  You can  go to www.krogercommunityrewards.com,  register your Kroger Plus Card, select Christ the Word ...</description>
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  <title>Pinewood Derby Pointers</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/pinewood-derby-pointers/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/pinewood-derby-pointers/</guid>
  <pubDate>Sun, 09 May 2010 00:09:17 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
Here are a few pointers that Pete &quot;Pinewood&quot; Rethorn put together a few years ago. 
FrictionYour biggest enemy is friction. It is the most significant force slowing your car, so reducing friction is the most important thing you can do if ...</description>
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  <title>Our Summer Series: The Glory of the Church</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/our-summer-series-the-glory-of-the-church/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/our-summer-series-the-glory-of-the-church/</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 07 May 2010 16:54:04 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Misconceptions about the Church abound. Many disagree on the calling of the Church in the world and the necessity of the Church in the lives of believers. Our summer sermon series will help us come to a better understanding of the glory of the ...</description>
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  <title>Final Sunday to Pick-Up Pinewood Kits</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/final-sunday-to-pick-up-pinewood-kits/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/final-sunday-to-pick-up-pinewood-kits/</guid>
  <pubDate>Wed, 05 May 2010 15:12:56 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>This Sunday is your last chance to pick up a Pinewood kit. Each kit costs $3; money will be collected during the day of the race.
Check-in for the race will begin at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 15. Races will begin at 3 p.m. Three divisions will ...</description>
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  <title>New Sunday School Classes</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/new-sunday-school-classes/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/new-sunday-school-classes/</guid>
  <pubDate>Wed, 05 May 2010 15:04:40 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
Two new Sunday school classes will be offered during our Summer trimester (beginning May 16). Both classes will meet in the education wing. For more information, please contact Andrew Dionne.
 
Reforming Marriage

Scott Killy and ...</description>
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  <title>Funeral Services for Harold Guthrie</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/funeral-services-for-harold-guthrie/</link>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 04 May 2010 19:43:09 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>We mourn the death of our dear brother Harold Guthrie who went to be with the Lord this past Sunday. Visitation will be Wednesday, May 5 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm and the funeral is Thursday, May 6 at 11 am. The visitation and funeral will be ...</description>
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  <title>Upcoming Softball Practices</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/upcoming-softball-practices/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/upcoming-softball-practices/</guid>
  <pubDate>Wed, 28 Apr 2010 19:40:18 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Upcoming softball practices are scheduled for 6:30 pm Thursday, April 29 @Wolfcreek YMCA, 12:30 pm Saturday, May 1 @WPOS Softball Field, and 6:30 pm for next Tuesday and Thursday at Wolfcreek YMCA. Practices are only for a short part ...</description>
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  <title>New Sunday School Classes: Beginning May 16</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/new-sunday-school-classes-beginning-may-16/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/new-sunday-school-classes-beginning-may-16/</guid>
  <pubDate>Wed, 28 Apr 2010 18:23:56 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Two new Sunday school classes will be offered during our Summer trimester. Both classes will meet in the education wing. For more information or to purchase a copy of Reforming Marriage, please contact Andrew Dionne.
 
Reforming ...</description>
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  <title>Thornton Family Still in Need of a Vehicle</title>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:34:15 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>We are looking forward to the Thornton Family returning from the Ukraine on May 17th. They are scheduled to be here for about 4-5 months and are in need of a vehicle that will hold 7 people. If you know of anyone that may have a ...</description>
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  <title>Skate Night Wednesday, April 28</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/skate-night-wednesday-april-28/</link>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 27 Apr 2010 16:59:55 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>CTW&#039;s Skate Night is back! Come join the fun as we gather together at Swanton Coliseum Wednesday, April 28 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm Admission is FREE. You can bring your own roller blades or skates, or if you need to rent skates there is a ...</description>
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  <title>Have you picked up your pinewood derby car kit?</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/have-you-picked-up-your-pinewood-derby-car-kit/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/have-you-picked-up-your-pinewood-derby-car-kit/</guid>
  <pubDate>Wed, 21 Apr 2010 20:24:08 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Cars will be available to pick up in the Narthex this Sunday. We will collect the $3.00 fee for each car kit on the day of the event. Sons and daughters, along with their father, are invited to race. We ask that the children who compete do a ...</description>
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  <title>We Mourn With Our Brother Andy Folley</title>
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  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/we-mourn-with-our-brother-andy-folley/</guid>
  <pubDate>Tue, 20 Apr 2010 19:49:55 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>We mourn with Andy Folley and his family as his mother, Mary, died Saturday, April 17. She had a stroke last Monday and her health continued to worsen until her death Saturday. You may access her obituary ...</description>
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  <title>CTW Coed Softball Team Sign-up</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/ctw-coed-softball-team-sign-up/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/ctw-coed-softball-team-sign-up/</guid>
  <pubDate>Wed, 14 Apr 2010 20:48:08 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Spring is here and that means it’s time for CTW to put together the 2010 Coed softball team. The team will compete in the WPOS softball league with games played at WPOS Christian Center located on Angola Rd in Holland OH. Two players can ...</description>
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  <title>Thornton Family Update</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/thornton-family-update/</link>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 14 Apr 2010 20:37:37 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>The Thornton family will be returning from the Ukrainian mission field on Monday, May 17. Depending on a few details, Julia and the kids are planning on returning to the Ukraine on September 14th with Jamie following a few weeks later on October ...</description>
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  <title>Attention All Parent’s Of Incoming 7th Grade Through High School Youth</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/attention-all-parents-of-incoming-7th-grade-through-high-school-youth/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/attention-all-parents-of-incoming-7th-grade-through-high-school-youth/</guid>
  <pubDate>Wed, 14 Apr 2010 15:13:00 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Parents of incoming and current youth members are encouraged to join the Living Word Youth (LWY) next week for our regular Wednesday night meeting. Parents are welcome to sit with their children during the evening and participate in all the ...</description>
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  <title>Short Congregational Vote Following Next Sunday&#039;s Evening Service</title>
  <link>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/short-congregational-vote-following-next-sundays-evening-service/</link>
  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/short-congregational-vote-following-next-sundays-evening-service/</guid>
  <pubDate>Sat, 10 Apr 2010 14:11:58 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Following our evening service on Sunday, April 18 we will have a short congregational meeting to conduct a vote to call Scott Killy as an Associate Pastor at CTW. His ordination process is moving along after a successful interview by the Ohio ...</description>
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  <title>Pinewood Derby Kits Available This Sunday</title>
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  <guid>http://www.christtheword.com/church-news/pinewood-derby-kits-available-this-sunday/</guid>
  <pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2010 19:42:21 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>
Pinewood Derby kits will be available this Sunday in the Narthex. 
 
 
 
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  <title>Visitation and Funeral for Joe Hanley&#039;s Father</title>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2010 15:09:41 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>We are grieving with our brother, Joe Hanley, whose father died this week. Please lift up Joe and his family in your prayers. A visitation has been scheduled for 10 a.m. this Saturday, April 10 at the Wisniewski Funeral Home. The funeral will ...</description>
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  <title>Praise the Lord for Barton&#039;s Baby Boy</title>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 05 Apr 2010 15:53:48 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Last night at 1:09 a.m. Tim Barton was finally (!) able to set eyes on his son. Laura and Tim welcomed Ethan Paul, who weighed in at 8 lbs., 3 oz. Praise God for his good gift to the Bartons and to all of ...</description>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 02 Apr 2010 14:37:44 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>There will  be  no Sunday school on Easter morning. Instead everyone is invited to a continental breakfast between the first and second service. We appreciate the Men’s Pathway for providing this meal.</description>
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  <title>Skate Night Returns this Month</title>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 30 Mar 2010 19:30:01 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>After a year in exile, CTW&#039;s Skate Night returns! Come join the fun as we gather together at Swanton Coliseum on April 28 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm Admission is FREE. You can bring your own roller blades or skates, or if you need to rent skates there ...</description>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 30 Mar 2010 18:55:05 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>The annual CTW Family Camping Trip is back by popular demand! This year&#039;s trip will take place Wednesday, June 23, through Saturday, June 26th at Pokagon State Park in Angola, IN. This is an exciting time of fellowship and fun. It is one of ...</description>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 29 Mar 2010 12:50:09 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Our Annual Pinewood Derby will be run on Saturday, May 15, 2 p.m., at the Dominguez Barn. Daughters and sons as well as fathers are welcomed to participate. Children must be old enough to do significant work on their own cars. Cars will cost ...</description>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 26 Mar 2010 14:16:07 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Dear Brothers and Sisters,
We are thankful for all the praises that have come in thus far. If you haven’t submitted a praise yet, please get them in before the deadline which is this Sunday 3/21 at 10:00 p.m. We’re looking forward ...</description>
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  <title>Come Meet Missionary Jon Cummings this Wednesday</title>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 22 Mar 2010 15:06:59 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Jon Cummings will be visiting the Toledo area this week. Everyone is invited to join the West Toledo Pathway as they welcome Jon Cummings on Wednesday, March 24 at 6:30 pm. Jon will take some time to fellowship and share about the work ...</description>
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  <title>Maundy Thursday Celebration Fast Approaching</title>
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  <pubDate>Sat, 20 Mar 2010 01:38:40 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>April 1st is fast approaching. Many have already signed up for the Maundy Thursday Celebration, if you haven&#039;t and you desire to go you should sign up quickly as there is less than a week remaining for signing up. Just go to the ...</description>
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  <title>Finding The Good In Creation</title>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 19 Mar 2010 18:45:26 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>This Sunday at 6:30 p.m., there will be a Q &amp; A panel discussion on the goodness of creation and the gift of pleasure by the Bayly’s, Forney’s and Matt Miklovic. Please come prepared to ask questions.</description>
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  <title>Gazette Archives Now Online</title>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 19 Mar 2010 17:31:41 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>You can now access CTW&#039;s Gazette archives online. You can find them  under the Community Links section at the bottom of the Home page. If you  have trouble opening them, please call the office at 419-329-1100.</description>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 19 Mar 2010 17:22:25 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Our Maundy Thursday Celebration at Nazareth Hall is almost upon us. On April 1st we will give our praise and thanks and enjoy the fellowship that He has given us at Christ the Word. If you have not already registered your praise(s) online ...</description>
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  <title>Only 15 more Centerpieces of Praise needed!</title>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 17 Mar 2010 14:22:23 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>ONLY 15 more Centerpieces of Praise needed! Secure your spot to create an original centerpiece to decorate at the Maundy Thursday service now by emailing Julie Van Wormer at bvwormer@bex.net. The Centerpieces of Praise need to be a maximum of 15 ...</description>
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  <title>Maundy Thursday Celebration Reminders</title>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 23:08:21 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>The Maundy Thursday Celebration is quickly approaching. Here are a few reminders to bear in mind.
First, we are looking for everyone to offer praises and thanksgivings to God. Our desire is to combine into print this year&#039;s ...</description>
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  <title>Spring Break for semperRef College Students!!</title>
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  <pubDate>Sat, 06 Mar 2010 08:05:58 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Are you looking for something to do over Spring Break?  Are you in college or a recent grad?  Come enjoy the week with us...in Toledo!  We are going to have a great time and would be glad to have you.  Like a sweet buffet, ...</description>
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  <title>Come and Meet Missionary Jon Cummings</title>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 26 Feb 2010 22:20:45 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Jon Cummings will be visiting our area March 23-25. You are invited to join the West Toledo Pathway as they welcome Jon Cummings on Wednesday, March 24 at 6:30 pm. Jon will take some time to fellowship and share about the work he and his family ...</description>
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  <title>Thornton Family Returning Soon!</title>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 26 Feb 2010 22:15:48 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Recently the Thornton family announced they will be returning from the Ukrainian mission field. For those of you who do not know the Thornton family, they were one of the founding families of CTW. In fact, Jamie was one of CTW’s founding ...</description>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 26 Feb 2010 22:09:32 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>In an effort to achieve greater participation during this year’s Maundy Thursday Celebration, we are encouraging people to get their creative juices flowing and design a centerpiece that will be used at one of the tables during the Maundy ...</description>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 26 Feb 2010 22:05:21 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Psalm 136:3 Give thanks to the Lord of lords, for His steadfast love endures forever.
The elders of Christ the Word would like to invite you to our Maundy Thursday celebration. The event will be held at Nazareth Hall and a dinner will be ...</description>
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  <title>Offer Your Praises and ThanksgivingsToday</title>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 26 Feb 2010 21:50:36 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>As part of our Maundy Thursday Celebration, everyone is encouraged to offer praises and thanksgivings to God. Psalm 136:3 says &quot;Give thanks to the Lord of lords, for His steadfast love endures forever.&quot; These praises and thanksgivings will be ...</description>
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  <title>Kids Easter Choir!</title>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:44:20 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>“Make a Joyful Noise to the LORD!”
PRACTICE STARTS THIS SUNDAY EVENING…Come join the Christ the Word Kids Easter Choir… All children in 1st through 6th grade are invited to participate.  Practices will be on ...</description>
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  <title>Encouraging Todd Hoot</title>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 18 Feb 2010 17:31:56 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Todd Hoot’s Birthday
 
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
 
You are aware that our brother Todd Hoot is incarcerated. Some of us have had the opportunity to visit him, but due to Toledo Correctional’s rules, that number is ...</description>
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  <title>We Mourn With Our Brother Steve Marcuz</title>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2010 17:28:56 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>We mourn with Steve Marcuz and his family as his mother, Sherry, died Monday evening after her body succumbed to cancer. The viewing will take place at Nosek-McCreery Funeral Home Thursday, Feb. 18 from 2-4 and 6-9 ...</description>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2010 17:19:05 GMT</pubDate>
  <description>Come join us for CTW’s fifth annual Couples’ Night Out this Friday from 6:30-9:30. This year, the Night will be hosted at  Strawberry Acres, 950 S. McCord Rd., Holland, OH 43528. We look forward  to enjoying food, fellowship and a ...</description>
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