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Week of Caring and PrayerDear Church Family, Sundays@CLP are wonderful times of worshipping, learning, and growing together. Yet, as busy as Sundays are, it can be difficult to find, and show, the kind of prayerful support and caring that we have in our CLP church family. This week, the pastoral staff wishes to highlight three special times we can come together to give and receive love and care, and to pray for one another. Tuesday from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. Please join us in the Sanctuary our weekly Ignite! time of quiet prayer from 11:30 - 12:30, with communion served by a pastor starting at noon. Wednesday from 5:15 to 6:30 pm. Let's gather at The Table@CLP, our weekly dinner church where we can sit, share a meal, and support one another. This week we'll take special time to support one another in prayer. This Friday starting at 5:30 pm. Join us in the Sanctuary for an evening of guided prayer, mutual support, and informal singing. Your pastors are in the office on Tuesday through Thursday this week; anyone in need of prayer or support is welcome to call the office to make an appointment. If you happen to be in the area, try dropping by. We welcome you and are here for you. I plan to be in the office this week on Friday afternoon as well. Here's a number for you to call or text me: 805-330-1926. If I do not pick up, rest assured that I check this number regularly and will return your message as soon as possible. Feel free to email me using the button below. A note on requesting support via CLP Cares is below. Yours in Christ,
Rev. Ted Brandt Senior Pastor The Church at Litchfield Park
CLP Cares In times of joy and celebration, as well as moments of challenge and sorrow, the strength of our church family lies in our ability to come together in support, compassion, and prayer. Recognizing the diverse and interconnected needs that touch the lives of our congregation, our website has a way to connect people with prayer and pastoral support. |
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Sunday's sermon and much moreThe video starts with an interactive time of sharing CLP happenings featuring all three of our pastors at the 8:30 am service, continuing with congregational singing. The 10 am sermon features detailed teaching on spiritual gifts and concludes with an excerpt from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s famous 1963 speech. The video continues with a prayer on the occasion of the presidential inauguration and Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Lastly, you will see and hear our worship band, shot with a different camera and featuring higher quality audio than we have on our live stream. This might be a nice video to share with friends as a way of letting them know what CLP is all about. |
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The Table@CLPThe Table@CLP is an intergenerational space where adults, kids, and teens can be themselves, share a meal, support one another, and grow together. Each Wednesday from 5:15 - 6:30 pm we enjoy a free dinner, live music, a story about Jesus and conversation. All are welcome at The Table; there's a place just for you. |
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Who's part of Walk to Emmaus?Dear Church Family, Last Friday, I attended the Walk to Emmaus Community Gathering in Sun City. When Cathy picked me up from the evening meeting, I invited her to come inside to meet the amazing person I had just been both surprised and blessed to meet. When I introduced myself to the group as the Senior Pastor of CLP, a woman from the crowd asked "Which church in Litchfield Park? After I answered, the woman rushed over to me, put her hand on my shoulder, and said "When did you become the pastor?" She then introduced herself as Sally Allen Newall, daughter of Red Allen. Red Allen was the first golf pro at the Wigwam. As Sally and I talked after the meeting, I learned that she was a part of CLP as a child, even before the original sanctuary was built. Sally, now living in Sun City, still golfs, although she said that because of her macular degeneration, she has "a girl" come with her to find the balls after she hits them. I asked Sally if she'd like to visit us and she said yes, and that an evening would work best. We hope to invite Sally to The Table@CLP sometime soon and have her share some stories with us. We'll let you know when we can schedule Sally to come. If anyone feels like they could pick Sally up in Sun City on a Wednesday afternoon, please let me know. I'd be happy to drive her home after The Table. Sally shared with me that Walk to Emmaus is very special to her and that she hopes everyone at CLP will consider going on a Walk, which is a three-day spiritual growth experience. CLP members Chanca Morrell, Joe Charles and Carolann Sachs have all been on a Walk to Emmaus. Feel free to speak with any of them, or me, to hear more. The men's walk with Pastor Kris is March 27-30, with the women's walk with Pastor Brenda happening April 3-6. Click the button below to express your interest in learning more and perhaps becoming a pilgrim on the Walk to Emmaus in March or April. In Christ, Pastor Ted |
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Emotionally Healthy RelationshipsJoin Pastor Ted and Cathy Brandt and Karen Russo-Anderson for the Emotionally Healthy Relationships (EHR) course. EHR helps equip us to improve every kind of relationship, whether it be for our relationships as friends, family members, co-workers, or as a couple. Childcare is provided. The course is held on Sundays, starting January 26. Please try to arrive and get settled by 11 am so that we can get started ASAP and finish by noon. The cost for materials is $25 per individual or couple; please register and pay online, or pay via the offering box (in a clearly marked envelope) or at the church office. You may register online or during Coffee Fellowship. |
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2025 Confirmation ClassesOpen for registration! Confirmation classes for 7th–12th graders who want to grow in their faith This 8-week program, beginning February 9th during the 8:30 AM service, uses The Absolute Basics of the Christian Faith to explore the core beliefs of Christianity through engaging videos, memory verses, and group discussions. The program culminates on Palm Sunday when students are invited to make a public declaration of faith through baptism. Don’t miss this opportunity to grow in faith! Register starting January 19th. For more info, email Pastor Brenda at bhoulihan@clp.church |
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Women@CLP Study: ProverbsWe live in a world that is drowning in information while starving for wisdom. Think about it. We have access to limitless information at our fingertips, but has all of this information made us wise? Knowledge does not equal wisdom. Join us on Thursday nights, January 23–March 13, from 5:30–7:00 pm for this 7-week journey. The cost is $18 to cover the book and simple snacks. In a world overflowing with information, come discover how God’s wisdom can truly transform our hearts and guide our steps every day. |
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Men@CLP: In the Dust of the RabbiJoin Pastor Kris and renowned teacher and historian Ray Vander Laan as they guide you through the land of the Bible. In each lesson, Vander Laan illuminates the historical, geographical, and cultural context of the sacred Scriptures. Filmed on location in the Middle East and elsewhere, the That the World May Know film series will transform your understanding of God and challenge you to be a true follower of Jesus. |
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Feed My Starving ChildrenEvery year, millions of children die from preventable causes such as pneumonia, diarrhea, malaria and undernutrition. Hunger is still causing nearly half of deaths in children under 5 years old. From this data, we estimate at least 6,200 children die each day from causes related to undernutrition. This is heartbreaking. Feed My Starving Children (FMSC) believes hope starts with food. As a Christian nonprofit, FMSC is dedicated to seeing every child whole in body and spirit. FMSC works with food distribution partners that stay with communities for the long haul, empowering them to move from relief to development. Volunteers Needed to Help Pack Food!
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Skyway Serve OpportunityVolunteers will sort and pack food at Skyway Church, just west of Bullard on Van Buren, and then deliver it to individual seniors at a low-income apartment complex in Avondale. We will meet at Skyway at 7 AM and serve until 9:30 am. This serve opportunity happens on the 4th Saturday of each month. Bulk food donations come from St Mary's Food Bank |
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The Church at Litchfield ParkSUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES
300 North Old Litchfield Road |
