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The Church at Litchfield Park
This Week@CLP (November 6, 2023)
Revealing God's Presence

Revealing God's Presence

1 Kings 18:20-39

Hello, Church Family,

On Sunday, Pastor Lynne shared from 1 Kings 18, where the people of Israel had turned away from their faith in the one true God, Yahweh, and started worshiping Baal. They were divided in their faith. This division was clear when four hundred and fifty prophets of Baal faced one prophet, Elijah. The prophets of Baal built altars and called on their god to bring down fire from the heavens. For hours, they danced, shouted, and even hurt themselves in their rituals, but their god didn't respond.

Elijah, in contrast, repaired and carefully set up his altar, showing respect and reverence for the one true God, Yahweh. With strong faith, he soaked the wood and the offering with water and then called on God to reveal Himself. God's response was breathtaking – fire came from the heavens and consumed everything on the altar. The people witnessing this amazing event fell to the ground and declared, "The Lord is God!"

1 Kings 18:20-39 shows how humans tend to serve many gods, get caught up in idol worship, and become consumed by worldly desires. This isn't a historical issue found in the narratives of the Old Testament; it's a human issue we all navigate daily.

We remain vulnerable to the allure of serving various gods, even if they don't fit the traditional deity mold in 1 Kings 18. Instead, they manifest as power, money, politics, or desires like sex. These modern idols can captivate our attention, distract us, consume our time and resources, and drain our energy. Their consequences are tangible; we may not engage in physical acts like self-harm or child sacrifice, but we can inflict emotional and spiritual harm upon ourselves and others, straining our relationships, fostering disconnection among us, and erecting strongholds that distance us from God.

Pastor Lynne asked us, "What consumes you?"

The term "consume" implies a complete and all-encompassing occupation of one's thoughts, actions, and energy. It's a powerful word that prompts us to consider what dominates our lives. Her question encourages us to reflect on what holds the most significant influence over us and whether it aligns with our faith and values. 

We may attend church on Sundays and worship God, but what captures our attention, and what do we prioritize on Monday?

Prayerfully consider:

What occupies your thoughts and actions on a daily basis?

Are there areas in your life where worldly desires have taken precedence over your devotion to God?

Are there specific modern 'idols' you need to identify and surrender to God's transformative power?

When we humble ourselves and answer this question, the 'gods' we serve can be revealed. Allow God into this space of reflection and ask Him to reveal and redeem the idols that may have taken root in your heart. When He reveals them, repent. Turn back towards your loving Father.  And, remember...

The Lord is God.

May your reflection on these questions guide you toward a deeper connection with God and others and a more faithful walk in His ways.

For more infomation visit:

http://clp.church/blog/revealing-gods-presence

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2024 Budget Q & A Meeting

2024 Budget Q & A Meeting

November 12 after the 9:15 service

WHEN:    November 12, 2023, at 10:15am

WHERE:  In the Sanctuary immediately after the 9:15 am service

WHY:       To address the 2024 budget prior to the annual meeting on November 19th

At this meeting the Board Treasurer Suzanne Allen will present the 2024 annual operating budget.  Suzanne along with other Board Members will be available to answer questions about the budget or any other topic you wish to discuss.

At the back of the sanctuary, there will be paper and a pen for you to write down any questions you may have.  Please drop these questions in the basket provided and they will be addressed anonymously.  

 

One Service with Installation of the Reverend Kristofer McCoy

One Service with Installation of the Reverend Kristofer McCoy

Followed by Annual Meeting

Quilt Raffle!

Quilt Raffle!

Support the Capital Campaign Committee

Quilter, Nancy Montgomery, has made a beautiful queen size quilt and graciously donated it to the Capital Campaign Committee.  The queen size quilt is multicolored and done in a Tesseract pattern.  Raffle tickets will be available for purchase during the Wednesday night dinners and on Sundays in the breezeway.  Tickets are 1 for $10 or 3 for $25, and all monies will be going for the Capital Campaign.  The drawing will take place on Sunday, November 19th, during the annual meeting. 

For more infomation visit:

http://clp.church/events/quilt-raffle/2023-11-19

Read More and Buy Tickets Here
Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive

Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive

Starts this week!

Our annual Thanksgiving Food drive will be held from November 5th to November 22nd. St. Mary's Food Bank will distribute all the dry goods we collect to people in need throughout Arizona. Items needed are canned goods including canned meats, soups, cereals, rice, and beans.

Bring your donations to the church on Sunday mornings or to the office during the week. Thanksgiving Eve our offering donations will be given to the food bank as well. Let's do all we can to alleviate hunger in our community.

For more infomation visit:

http://clp.church/events/thanksgiving-food-drive/2023-11-05

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Give Thanks!

Give Thanks!

Thanksgiving Eve Service

Join us in worship as we prepare our hearts for Thanksgiving by reflecting on God's goodness, faithfulness, and provision.

Youth Friendsgiving Potluck!

Youth Friendsgiving Potluck!

Sunday, November 19, 2023

Come to the first ever CLP Youth Friendsgiving Potluck! All youth 6-12th grades are welcome! There will be tons of food, games, and wear your ugliest Thanksgiving look! The uglier the better! Can't wait to see you there! Please sign up so we will have enough food! 

For more infomation visit:

http://clp.church/events/youth-friendsgiving-potluck/2023-11-19

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November Fellowship Dinners

November Fellowship Dinners

Join us for fellowship followed by all church followship!

Join us for a nutritious and delicious meal with all the fixings and dessert before we head to adult studies (Thrive!), children's choir (CLP Kids Choir), the children's worship service (Overflow!), and choir rehearsal. Nursery is available for children up to age 4, and all school-age children are welcome in Overflow!

This is an 'all church' invitation to fellowship, food, and fun.

At CLP, we value commUNITY! 

For more infomation visit:

http://clp.church/events/november-fellowship-meals/2023-11-01

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Decorating the Church and Breakfast

Decorating the Church and Breakfast

Decorate the Church for Christmas on Saturday, November 25, 2023

Join us on Saturday, November 25, at 8 am for breakfast before we deck the halls with boughs of holly...

Fa La La La La

          La La La La

For more infomation visit:

http://clp.church/events/decorating-the-church-and-breakfast/2023-11-25

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Rejoice!

Rejoice!

2023 Women's Christmas Tea on Saturday, December 2, 2023

Join Women@CLP as we celebrate the season with live music (Mary Wilkening and friends), a dessert potluck, fellowship, friendship, and festive fun!

This year we would like to invite 12 people to host a table. As hostess, we'd love for you to decorate your table with a Nativity centerpiece. Black tablecloths and Christmas-themed paper plates and napkins will be provided, but you are welcome to make your table your own. Each table will be set up for 6 people. If you choose to be a hostess, a member of the women's team will connect with for additional details.

In addition, this is a dessert potluck, so we ask that each person bring 10-12 individual servings of their favorite dessert to share.

Drop off for these are on Saturday morning (December 2) from 9-11 am. 

We can't wait to come together as Sisters in Christ to celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior!

For more infomation visit:

http://clp.church/events/rejoice/2023-12-02

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Holidays with Orpheus

Holidays with Orpheus

Concert on Sunday, December 3 at 3pm

Holidays with Orpheus The first half of our program will feature the music of Dan Forrest and Howard Helvey. Selections will include “O Come All Ye Faithful,” “Ding! Dong! Merrily on High” and “Hark the Herald Angels Sing” and all of the music by these composers will be for four-hand piano. The second half will be a little lighter and will include our traditional sing-a-long, and you might…you might see some reindeer.

The Holiday Concert is on Sunday, December 3, in the Sanctuary at 3 PM. Tickets are available on their website at: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?actions=4&p=1

 

Christmas Angel Tree

Christmas Angel Tree

Support Homeless Youth Connection

CLP is supporting HYC teens with gift cards this Christmas ranging from $10, $25 or $50. The Angel Tree will be located in the breezeway for three Sundays starting Nov.26. All gift cards must be returned by Dec. 10. Youths welcome gift cards from any popular store;i.e. Target, Walmart or Visa/Master card..

For more infomation visit:

http://clp.church/events/christmas-angel-tree/2023-11-26

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CLP Kids Christmas Celebration

CLP Kids Christmas Celebration

Kids night in/Parents night out! - Friday, December 8, 2023

It is that time of the year again when we come together and celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior with festive fun and a kid's night IN at the church so that parents can have a night OUT (for a couple of hours to do Santa-like stuff, rest, or enjoy dinner). 

This is a WHITE ELEPHANT event. Please bring a small gift for $5 or less and wrap it for the event. Dress in your favorite festive pajamas to watch a Christmas movie, get crafty, play some games, and eat some pizza!

Your child isn't going to want to miss this!

Registration is required, and we would love youth volunteers. If you are a youth leader and would like to volunteer, connect with Aimee.

For more infomation visit:

http://clp.church/events/clp-kids-christmas-celebration/2023-12-08

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Welcome Kathleen Plouffe!

Welcome Kathleen Plouffe!

Please welcome Kathleen Plouffe as our new Accounting Clerk. Kathleen has extensive accounting, business and project management experience, in addition to participating in and leading a broad range of volunteer projects. She is very personable and will make a great addition to the CLP Team.

2024 Pledges as of October 13, 2023

2024 Pledges as of October 13, 2023

Construction Around the Church

Construction Around the Church

Construction is starting on the street just south of our church.   This has several impacts with the notable ones being that the exit driveway out of the Souers Hall parking lot changing.   The old driveway will be blocked off and partially removed after the new driveway exiting west is opened.  That new exit will direct you north to Fairway Drive.  Please DO NOT try to use the new streets in Litchfield Square.   And thank you for your patience as the construction work continues.

 

For more infomation visit:

http://clp.church/news/construction-around-the-church--163

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Celebration Sunday Donuts

Celebration Sunday Donuts

A great way to serve

Donuts that we enjoy on Celebration Sundays are generously provided each month by volunteers in our church family. Would YOU please consider signing up – either individually, with friends, or with family to split the cost – to bring assorted donuts and donut holes for coffee fellowship on the first Sunday of the month?

A sign-up clipboard is in the breezeway and includes dates through 2024, or you can register here:

https://clp.breezechms.com/form/donuts

and a member of the First Impressions team will connect with you.  

THANK YOU!

Volunteers Needed For The Shop@CLP

Volunteers Needed For The Shop@CLP

Saturday Help Wanted

For more infomation visit:

https://clp.breezechms.com/form/shop

Sign Up for More Information Here!
Support the CLP mission...

Support the CLP mission...

...to love and serve all people in Christ! 

For more infomation visit:

https://clp.breezechms.com/give/online

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The Church at Litchfield Park

The Church at Litchfield Park

We strive to love and serve all people in Christ!

SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES
8 and 9:15am in Sanctuary
10:45am in Souers Community Hall

OFFICE HOURS
Monday through Thursday ~ 9am to 4pm

300 North Old Litchfield Road
Litchfield Park, AZ  85340
(623) 935-3411
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300 N Old Litchfield Rd
Litchfield Park, AZ
United States 85340

(623) 935-3411

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