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The above picture really sums up the powerful move of the Holy Spirit as people poured out onto the floor of the RBC center to give their lives to Christ. Participating in the Triangle Harvest has been a wonderful experience. I had the privilege of being a counselor for two nights (I watched the webcast on Saturday night) and it was great to be on the floor seeing so many people accepting the free gift of salvation. I thank God for using Greg Laurie to deliver a relevant message each night. As it was mentioned, there were about 230 area churches working together to bring Harvest to the Triangle. Despite any cultural or denominational differences, we all had one thing in common...wanting the Gospel of Jesus Christ to be presented to the lost. It was also great to experience different styles of worship at the various churches where the impact classes were being held. I loved seeing a lot of the young people praising God at Harvest. I pray that more of the youth at Mt. Zion would fr

Our next Bible Study series, “Relying on the Holy Spirit,” will begin on Wed., June 27th at 7:00pm. We definitely need the Holy Spirit to guide, comfort, and counsel us in our everyday lives. Everyone is invited to come out and join us for this study. More ministry opportunities are available: The IT ministry is seeking new members to help with media operations as well as helping with website development. We are forming a new marketing committee to produce profession-looking materials such as church bulletin, newsletter, visitor packets, etc. If you are interested in volunteering for any of these ministries, please let us know by contacting the church office. Well, Harvest is over and I'll be sharing my thoughts on it in a separate blog entry.

VBS was a great success. I would like to thank to all who participated (teachers, students, and those that prepared the meals). We look forward to having VBS in our new facility next year. We are looking to start a College Ministry (ages 18-25). With so many colleges and universities in our area, we have a tremendous ministry opportunity to touch the lives of students. I've already heard from a few people who are interested in being a part of this ministry. If you are interested, please send me email or call the church office. On last Friday, I attended a session with Dr. Tony Evans to discuss gang violence. He introduced his Adopt-A-School initiative . Basically, a church would adopt a school in their community and provide mentoring, tutoring, and other social services (depending on the capacity of the church). By doing this, Dr. Evans said they saw a great reduction in gang activity in communities in Dallas. Urban Alternative will come to provide training if there a

Every time I watch the news or read a headline, I’m reminded that we live in a negative world. Jesus told his disciples in John 16:33: “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble . But take heart! I have overcome the world.” Although we live in a negative world, we are not to be negative people. We are to be rejoicing people. We are to focus on positive thoughts and praise: things true, honest, just, pure, lovely, of good report. Philippians 4:6-9: "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable--if anything is excellent or praiseworthy--think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received

VBS registration is underway with less than 2 weeks remaining before it starts on June 11th – 15th. Please register today ASAP. Harvest Crusade Update: Pray for the event and those who will be invited. Now is the time to get your invitations out! Invitations are available for you to pick up in the vestibule. The “My Story” invitations can be picked up at church office. Harvest needs 300 Ushers! So if you are not going to be a counselor then consider volunteering as an usher. Usher Training is taking place now until June 16. No experience necessary, just attend the training. On Sunday, June 10th at 3 PM there will be a training session at Cary's First Baptist Church located downtown. The media campaign starts on June 4th, so get ready for the Harvest Flood!