SUMMER SUNDAY SCHEDULE BEGINS JUNE 5:  The Session has approved the following summer Sunday

morning schedule for June 5-August 28.  Please come and be a part of something special:

9:00-9:45 a.m. – “SUNAGO”

“Sunago” is an informal all-church get-together in the Fellowship Hall from 9:00-9:45 each Sunday morning in June, July, and August.  “Sunago” is a Greek word from the New Testament that means “gather together” (as in “For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them.” – Matthew 18:20).  In lieu of regular Sunday School classes, all children, youth, and adults are encouraged to take part in this special time of fellowship, music, worship, learning, and inter-generational activities, coordinated by CPC’s Director of Education and Youth Ministries, Ginny Taylor-Troutman, with a host of other helpers.  Don’t miss it!

10:00 a.m. – Worship

After the “Sunago” gathering in the Fellowship Hall, we will move to the Sanctuary for worship.  Please note that during the summer months, there will be no Children’s Church during worship, but the Nursery age limit will be extended to include children up to age 5.

WORSHIP NOTES

Confirmation/Commissioning:  Since January, several of our youth have been working with mentors in preparation for confirming their church membership at CPC.  We welcome them today.  They are Jason Hamed, son of Joe and Karen Hamed, mentored by Ken Smith; Emily and Rachel Sutphin, daughters of Tamara and the late Eric Sutphin.  Emily was mentored by Boots Kinzie, and Rachel was mentored by Monty Leitch.

High School Graduates Recognition:  During worship today, we will recognize our high school graduates, Class of 2011.  Graduating from Christiansburg High School are James Beamer, son of Les and Susie Beamer; Katelynn Beamer, daughter of John and Desiree Beamer; Adrienne Dickerson, daughter of Gary and Gillian Dickerson; Michelle Hubble, daughter of Michael and Lynda Hubble; Travis Hudson, son of Pete and Missy Hudson; Melissa Macomber, daughter of Kathy Davis; and Marley Taylor, daughter of Tay and Kathy Taylor.  Congratulations to them all!

Following worship today, a luncheon reception in honor of our confirmands and graduates will take place in the Fellowship Hall.  Everyone is invited!

Many, many thanks to Kathie Hollandsworth and Boots Kinzie, who will be playing organ/piano for our worship services this summer.  Our former organist, Taylor Baldwin, had his final Sunday with us on May 29.

NEXT SUNDAY, JUNE 12

The Day of Pentecost:  Come to church prepared to celebrate the gift of God’s Holy Spirit.  Wear something red, and be ready to “catch the spirit!”

Retirement Brunch for Betty Turner:  CPC’s beloved Chancel Choir Director, Betty Turner, is retiring.  Next Sunday, June 12, we will recognize her years of dedicated service with a light brunch in the Fellowship Hall, following the 10:00 a.m. worship service.  Everyone is invited!  There will be a “CARD SHOWER” for Betty . . . a basket will be provided for everyone to leave cards or notes for her (or, if you are unable to attend, please drop off or mail your card to the church, marked for Betty.)  Let’s all let Betty know how much we appreciate her!

ALL-CHURCH POTLUCK PICNIC COMING JUNE 18 (PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE):  All youth, children, choir kids, parents, and any other joyful CPC members are invited to come celebrate summer with a potluck picnic on Saturday, June 18, from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at the home of Ginny Taylor-Troutman (5301 New Dublin Church Road in Dublin), Director of Education and Youth Ministries.  Hot dogs and “fixins” will be provided.  Please bring a side dish or dessert to share.  You may want to bring lawn chairs and/or blankets as well.  Contact Ginny at ginny.cpc@gmail.com with any questions.

F.Y.I.

Congratulations to one of CPC’s young people, Jesse McMullen, who has been accepted as a member of the Peaks Presbytery Youth Council!

“The Good Life in Ten Words” (a sermon series on the Ten Commandments) will begin on Sunday, June 19.  See the June “GoodNews Letter” for more information.

UPDATE ON THE TIN SHOP RENOVATION:  Please continue to support this project.  We want to rally around our youth and provide them the facilities and programs that will allow us to have a thriving program.  We ask that you prayerfully consider making a generous gift to support our youth and the Tin Shop renovation program.  Make checks payable to CPC, and designate them for the “Tin Shop.”  Thank you!

Goal = $35,000                       Contributions to date = $20,490         Percentage of goal received = 58.54%

THANK YOU FOR YOUR FINANCIAL SUPPORT OF CPC’S MINISTRY

2011 Operating Budget Income as of May 29:                      $113,267

2011 Operating Budget Expenses as of May 29:                   $125,844

Difference:        -         $  12,577

OTHER WAYS TO WORSHIP AT CPC

CPC’s Prayer Chapel:  Open daily during regular office hours (9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.), other times when the building is open, and by appointment.  A quiet space for individual prayer and meditation, located on the ground floor of the church, next to the Multi-Purpose Room.  Prayer books, a prayer journal, music selections, and art are provided for individual use.

Wellspring at CPC:  A ministry of spiritual development and wholeness.  Provides on-going resources in healing and renewal; training and education in religious experience, spiritual disciplines, and practices; relaxation, pain and stress relief; sensitivity awareness; and therapeutic healing through massage, guided imagery, aromatherapy, and healing touch.  Questions?  Speak to Jennifer Makin, or leave a message at the church office (382-2802) or at Wellspring (382-6510).

Stretching Body and Spirit ~ A Christian Way of Yoga:  Each Tuesday, 5:30-7:00 p.m., in the Fellowship Hall.  A gentle hatha yoga workout, coupled with meditative Christian chants and prayer, that invites participants to explore the role of the body in Christian spiritual formation.  For anyone of middle school age and older.  (PLEASE NOTE:  The yoga class is on break for the summer and will resume on the first Tuesday in September.)  No yoga experience is necessary; beginners are welcome.  Please wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing, and bring a yoga mat if you have one (extra mats are available).  Questions?  Speak to Don Makin (382-2802).