"Leading Our Children to Christ, the Church and the Sacraments"

As announced during the worship service this past Sunday, the elders have produced a document which explains how our children are both trained by the church and welcomed to the Lord's Table. You may download a copy here:

Children%20and%20Communion.pdf

Printed copies of this document will be available at the Welcome Center this coming Lord's Day.

Tapera Update

Here's the latest from the Taperas...

Tapera_Update.pdf

Homeschool Meeting Cancelled Today

The Homeschool Meeting at the Turner's home for this evening has been cancelled due to the weather. We will attempt to reschedule this meeting in early April. If you have any questions, please contact Julie Van Wormer at 419-537-7008.

Biblical Manhood and Womanhood Sunday School Classes on Website

CTW's Sunday school classes on Biblical manhood and womanhood will be posted on our website. The first few classes are here.

Maundy Thursday Thanksgiving Feast

The elders of Christ the Word would like to invite you (members and frequent attenders) to our Maundy Thursday celebration. The event will be held at Nazareth Hall and a dinner will be provided. Through fellowshipping and bringing our thanksgiving before Him, we will celebrate the resurrection of Jesus and the joy and hope that He has given to His beloved, the Church. You have one small assignment: we ask you to think about what you are specifically thankful for so that you may share it and praise the Lord before the assembly.

Nazareth Hall is located at: 21211 W. River Road (Rt. 65) Grand Rapids, OH 43522. The celebration starts at 6:30 p.m on Thursday, March 20.

Please fill out the connection this Sunday and tell us your name, number attending, and the age of your children. Please write “Maundy Thursday” on the top of the card.

You may also register online here.

Announcements from February 24 Bulletin

Congregational Meeting
Following our evening service on March 16, we will have a short congregational meeting to hold an election for the office of elder. Matthew French is currently the only candidate. Other officer candidates will be put to a congregational vote later this year.

Benevolence Offering Next Sunday
Next Sunday we will be taking up a collection for the Deacon’s benevolence fund which is primarily used to help CTW families in need. Please prayerfully consider participating in this offering.

Leading Our Children To Christ, The Church, And The Sacraments
The elders of CTW have drafted a document explaining the process by which our children are welcomed to the Lord’s Table. Please pick up one of these pamphlets from the Welcome Center table in the Narthex after church.

Learn The Art Of Sewing
Women of CTW if you have an interest for yourself and/or your teenage daughter to learn the basics of machine sewing OR if you would be willing to help other women and girls learn about sewing, contact Doris German.

Homeschool Group Announcements
• A Homeschool Meeting for homeschool mothers and anyone interested in homeschooling is scheduled for February 26 at 7:00 p.m. at the Turner home. This meeting will host a panel of homeschool graduates to field questions about homeschooling and their college and career choices. Bring your favorite reading curriculum and favorite “read-aloud” book to share. For more information, contact Julie Van Wormer at bvwormer@bex.net or 419-537-7008.
• A Homeschool field trip is planned to the Smithsonian traveling exhibits: “Key Ingredients: America by Food” and “Michigan Foodways” at the Old Mill Museum in Dundee, MI on Tuesday, March 4th from 12-2. It is FREE. Contact Angela Hite (billangela@yahoo.com or 419-472-9340) to sign up by Feb. 17th.

Sr. High/College Contra Dance Saturday March 15
The Sr. High and college group are invited to a contra dance and pizza dinner. The dance will be from 2-5 p.m. with pizza following. The doors will close at 7 p.m. sharp. The cost for the dance only is $8 and $10 for both the dance and pizza dinner. Please sign up using the new Sign Up Forms on the CTW website or contact Scott Killy. It will be held at Otsego Stone Hall 20000 W. River Rd. Bowling Green, OH 43402 (Intersection of S.R. 235 & S.R. 65). Questions? Please contact Scott Killy at 419-329-1100.

CTW Family Camp Outing June 26-29
Our 2nd Annual family camping trip is scheduled Thursday, June 26th – Sunday, June 29th. We will be camping at East Harbor State Park (same location as last year). The cost per family is $20 a night and covers the campsite cost only. Families should bring their own food and supplies. Families can choose to stay as many as three nights or as few as one, or if you are unable to stay the night please feel free to come up and spend a day in fellowship. CTW will hold worship services at both the state park and at our normal location in Toledo. You can begin SIGNING-UP NOW on the CTW Website Events page by clicking the “Sign Up For Events” link near the top of the page. You will likely have to add your name and create a password, but this will enable you to sign-up for future events using this same information.

After-School Bible Club Prayer and Collection
Please remember to pray for our after-school Bible clubs each Thursday morning. The Lord has blessed these groups, and we look forward to more blessing. Also, please support the clubs by bringing juice boxes. Please place them in the box in the Narthex.

Please Submit Updated Contact Info
In an effort to maintain good communication you are encouraged to take a few moments to update any information that might be out of date. Please use the connections card to do this and either place it in the offering plate as it goes by or drop it in the box at the welcome center in the narthex. Thank you for your time in this.

Deacon of the Day
This Sunday’s “Deacon of the Day” is Paul Drees. Next week: Steve Altman.

Announcements from February 17 Bulletin

Congregational Meeting
Following our evening service on March 16, we will have a short congregational meeting to hold an election for the office of elder. Matthew French is currently the only candidate. Other officer candidates will be put to a congregational vote later this year.

W.O.W. Event—Before the Throne: Cultivating a Vibrant Prayer Life
Women, this coming Saturday is your opportunity to learn alongside your friends from CTW as we talk about the topic of prayer. The morning with begin at 9 am at Barb Oostra’s home with coffee. Michelle Vrlenich and Diane Walls will be our teachers. The morning will conclude with a light lunch around noon. If you can carpool that would help with parking. Any questions see a WOW Committee member.

After-School Bible Club Prayer and Collection
Please remember to pray for our after-school Bible clubs each Thursday morning. The Lord has blessed these groups, and we look forward to more blessing. Also, please support the clubs by bringing juice boxes. Please place them in the box in the Narthex.

Please Submit Updated Contact Info
In an effort to maintain good communication you are encouraged to take a few moments to update any information that might be out of date. Please use the connections card to do this and either place it in the offering plate as it goes by or drop it in the box at the welcome center in the narthex. Thank you for your time in this.

Learn The Art Of Sewing
Women of CTW: if you have an interest for yourself and/or your teenage daughter to learn the basics of machine sewing, please contact Doris German at 419-474-6163. Doris will coordinate some opportunities for women to learn the art of sewing.

Homeschool Group Announcements
• On Friday, February 22, 2008 we will head to Imperial Lanes from 10 to 12. Cost is $5 per bowler (two games and shoes). Two slices of pizza and a small pop for $4 is available. Please R.S.V.P. by Monday February 18 to Michelle Holder at (419)531-5318 or holderpharm@sbcglobal.net with number of bowlers and lunches.
• A Homeschool Meeting for homeschool mothers and anyone interested in homeschooling is scheduled for February 26 at 7:00 p.m. at the Turner home. This meeting will host a panel of homeschool graduates to field questions about homeschooling and their college and career choices. Bring your favorite reading curriculum and favorite “read-aloud” book to share. For more information, contact Julie Van Wormer at bvwormer@bex.net or 419-537-7008.
• A Homeschool field trip is planned to the Smithsonian traveling exhibits: “Key Ingredients: America by Food” and “Michigan Foodways” at the Old Mill Museum in Dundee, MI on Tuesday, March 4th from 12-2. It is FREE. Contact Angela Hite (billangela@yahoo.com or 419-472-9340) to sign up by Feb. 17th.

Sr. High/College Contra Dance Saturday March 15
The Sr. High and college group are invited to a contra dance and pizza dinner. The dance will be from 2-5 pm with pizza following. The doors will close at 7 pm sharp. The cost for the dance only is $8 and $10 for both the dance and pizza dinner. Please sign up using the new Sign Up Forms on the CTW website or contact Scott Killy. It will be held at Otsego Stone Hall 20000 W. River Rd. Bowling Green, OH 43402 (Intersection of S.R. 235 & S.R. 65). Questions? Please contact Scott Killy at 419-329-1100. Hope to see you there!

Deacon of the Day
This Sunday’s “Deacon of the Day” is Keith Beerbower. Next week: Paul Drees.

Online Event Sign-Ups

Would you like a more convenient way to sign-up for CTW Events?

Now you can sign up online for various upcoming events at Christ the Word Church.

Visit this page.

Click on the link “Sign up for events!”

A page will open with links to Christ the Word upcoming events that you can sign up to participate in. Click on one, and then you will be asked to log in or create an account. Follow the instructions as needed. Once logged in, you should be able to register and sign up for that event.

If you have questions or need help with this process please contact Hunter Turner at 419-329-1100 or 419-480-9118.

The Latest from the Thorntons...

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Announcements from February 10 Bulletin

Congregational Meeting
Following our evening service on March 16, we will have a short congregational meeting to hold an election for the office of elder. Matthew French is currently the only candidate. Other officer candidates will be put to a congregational vote later this year.

W.O.W. Event—Before the Throne: Cultivating a Vibrant Prayer Life
If you did not receive a booklet on the topic of prayer last Sunday to prepare for the February 23rd WOW Prayer Event please pick up a copy on the table in the narthex or see Michelle Vrlenich or Diane Walls. This booklet has been prepared for you to look at the scriptures and consider the topic of prayer individually before you come to the event on that Saturday. If you so choose, you can write out your answers to the questions in the booklet. The committee thought this preparation beforehand would be a good way to prepare your heart and mind to hear from the Lord concerning your prayer life.

After-School Bible Club Prayer and Collection
Please remember to pray for our after-school Bible clubs each Thursday morning. The Lord has blessed these groups, and we look forward to more blessing. Also, please support the clubs by bringing juice boxes. Please place them in the box in the Narthex.

Please Submit Updated Contact Info
In an effort to maintain good communication you are encouraged to take a few moments to update any information that might be out of date. Please use the connections card to do this and either place it in the offering plate as it goes by or drop it in the box at the welcome center in the narthex. Thank you for your time in this.

LWY Depart For Winter Retreat This Friday
LWY leave this week for their annual winter retreat. The theme this year is “Comprehending the Trinity” with guest speaker Blair Smith. Parents please plan on arriving at the Killy home no later than 5 p.m. this Friday, Feb. 15. We need to pack and be on the road as soon as possible. If you need to arrive earlier that is fine. LWY will return to the Killy home at or near 5 p.m. Monday, Feb. 18. If you have any questions please contact Scott Killy at 419-329-1100.

Homeschool Group Announcements
• On Friday, February 22, 2008 we will head to Imperial Lanes from 10 to 12. Cost is $5 per bowler (two games and shoes). Two slices of pizza and a small pop for $4 is available. Please R.S.V.P. by Monday February 18 to Michelle Holder at (419)531-5318 or holderpharm@sbcglobal.net with number of bowlers and lunches.
• A Homeschool Meeting for homeschool mothers and anyone interested in homeschooling is scheduled for February 26 at 7:00 p.m. at the Turner home. This meeting will host a panel of homeschool graduates to field questions about homeschooling and their college and career choices. Bring your favorite reading curriculum and favorite “read-aloud” book to share. For more information, contact Julie Van Wormer at bvwormer@bex.net or 419-537-7008.
• A Homeschool field trip is planned to the Smithsonian traveling exhibits: “Key Ingredients: America by Food” and “Michigan Foodways” at the Old Mill Museum in Dundee, MI on Tuesday, March 4th from 12-2. It is FREE. Contact Angela Hite (billangela@yahoo.com or 419-472-9340) to sign up by Feb. 17th.

Deacon of the Day
This Sunday’s “Deacon of the Day” is Jason Wiltse. Next week: Keith Beerbower.