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Happy Resurrection Sunday, Church Family Meeting, Speaking at New Destiny (Pastoral Emphasis for 4/24)

In the midst of earthquakes, tsunamis, tornadoes, and conflict in the Middle East, people are looking for some sense of peace. The risen Christ is the source of true peace. Jesus died on the Cross in our place. He died the death we should have died. He took God's wrath for us. He then rose from the dead with all power and authority. Death has been killed and sin has lost its power! Death has been put to death and sin has been dealt with! When you acknowledge your sinful state and turn to Jesus in faith, all of your sins are forgiven and you are at peace with God. "Therefore, since we have been made right in God's sight by faith, we have peace with God because of what Jesus Christ our Lord has done for us. Because of our faith, Christ has brought us into this place of undeserved privilege where we now stand, and we confidently and joyfully look forward to sharing God’s glory." (Rom. 5:1-2 NLT) Christ is risen! The risen Christ gives peace! Happy Resurrection S

Helping NC Tornado Victims

On Saturday, 4/16, eastern North Carolina (including the Raleigh area) was hit by devastating tornadoes killing at least 24 people and causing major damage. Let us put our faith into action by showing the love of Christ to our neighbors. On this Easter Sunday, we will have two collection bins at Mt. Zion . One for food and the other for clothing. Please bring non-perishable food items for the food bin that we will donate to With Love from Jesus ministry. Please bring the following clothing items for the other bin... New underwear (women, men, children - all sizes) Pillows Pillowcases Teenage clothes (all sizes) Men's undershirts (all sizes) These items will be donated to a shelter for tornado victims located at Heritage High School. If you are not local but would like to give, please consider giving to Samaritan's Purse who is actively helping in NC right now. So as we gather on Sunday to remember God giving His Son to die for our sins and celebrate Christ's resurrecti

Saturday's Tornadoes, Easter Celebration Weekend (Pastoral Emphasis from 4/17)

We give thanks that none of our church family were adversely affected by Saturday's tornadoes . Please pray for those who have experienced great loss. And let's look for ways to love and serve our neighbors. Radical Experiment 2011 Update Today's Scripture Reading: 1 Kings 12-14 Today's Country: Provinces of China Spend time in another context: We ministered at Cary Health & Rehab at 2pm Join us and invite a friend for our Easter Celebration weekend. Good Friday service from 6 to 7pm. We will be watching a 30 minutes film on the last hours of Jesus' life. Due to the graphic nature of the film, child care will be provided for small children (ages 6 and younger). Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday at 1pm followed by hot dogs & fellowship Sunrise Easter service at 6am followed by breakfast & fellowship

Pray for Gerald, Ordination Service (Pastoral Emphasis for 4/10)

On Tuesday, Gerald Vinson and his finance, Sharon Garrett and her son were in a car accident. Sharon died from her injuries. After surgery, Gerald is recovering very well. Please keep all in your prayers. As James said that our life is a mist. We are only here for a short time so let us make the most of our time to love God, follow Christ, and love and serve others. Radical Experiment 2011 Update Today's Scripture Reading: 2 Samuel 19-21 Today's Country: Provinces of China Thanks to all who participated in our poll. Our Good Friday service will be from 6 to 7pm. Thanks to all who came out to the ordination service today. Pastor Larry Snead brought a powerful message, "Christ-centered Leadership". A few key thoughts from the message... "Leadership doesn't stop after the service is over" "Leaders need to do as well as say" "We lose our motivation when we forget that our first service is to God" Congrats to the following who were

Good Friday service, Next Sunday (Pastoral Emphasis for 4/3)

Thanks to everyone who attended the Town Hall on yesterday . The next one is June 17. Radical Experiment 2011 Today's Scripture Reading: 1 Samuel 25-27 Today's Country: Botswana (66% Christian; widespread immorality) Communion for this month will be on Easter. We are having our Sunrise Easter service followed by breakfast. We are planning to have a Good Friday service this year. We are running a poll to determine the best time for the service. Please go to here to take the poll. Next Sunday is a full day. In the morning, we'll be celebrating my 9th Pastoral Anniversary. In the afternoon, we have an ordination service at 4pm. We will be ordaining deacons and Minister Walden.