Weekly Bulletin

New to CLA?

Thank you for taking infants and children elementary school age and under to Kids Town. Our Kids Town classes and services provide a fun and well-supervised environment geared especially for children. Please note: If you have a child with special needs or behavioral challenges, please inform a main entrance Welcome Center Assistant. Every effort will be made to help your child have a meaningful experience in Kids Town today.

A Middle School service for students grades 6-8 is offered at 11:00 AM in the Youth Center (during 2nd service)

Please complete the "New to CLA?" card located in the pew in front of you (or under the pew in the front row of each section) and place it in the offering bag. This helps us know how to better serve you.

Stop by Café Connections to receive a welcome bag, a coupon for our cafe, and answers to your questions about our church.

Visitors: As our first-time guest, please do not feel obligated to give in today's offering.

Medical personnel are standing by during each service. Should you require medical attention, please contact the nearest usher.

Our Prayer Partners are available to pray with you after the service, down front and at the exit doors at the top of the balcony.

Parking: On Sunday mornings, the East (main) parking lot exit is a right turn only and the West parking lot exit is a left turn only.

Weather Cancellation Information — If there is a change in our service schedule due to inclement weather, tune in to these stations for information: Television - CW15, CBS 21, WITF 33, FOX 43; Radio - 580AM, 1390AM, 90.3FM, 96.9FM, 97.3FM and 99.3 FM. Service cancellations will also be listed on our website at www.christian-life.com and the voice mail system at 717-737-6560.

Love God

Tell Your Story — We’d love to hear it! Please share with us answered
prayers or other good things God is doing in your life. Your story can
encourage others! Just visit www.christian-life.com/tellyourstory
or email
tellyourstory@christian-life.com .

Take 5 — Prayer is one of our Core Values here at CLA, and we're
encouraging everyone to take at least 5 minutes to pray during the day
throughout 2010. Today, you're invited to Take 5 minutes at the end of
the service to pray about the needs in your life, in the church, the
community and world! Feel free to pray at your seat, at the altar or in
the prayer areas in the balcony. Prayer Bookmarks are available for you
to write down your top prayer requests and are located at the Welcome
Centers, the altar and in the balcony.

*Join the Choir for Easter Sunday*
— Have you ever wondered what it was
like to sing in the CLA choir but just don’t have the time to commit? Here’s your opportunity. You’re invited to join the choir for Easter Sunday! For more information or to sign up, contact Erich at 717-635-7225 or eshoemaker@christian-life.com.

Love People

Birth — Congratulations to Thad & Daina Eisenhower on the birth of their son, Dane Thompson.

Sympathy —
We extend our sympathy to Gen Bowen on the loss of her brother.

Altar Flowers —
The flowers in the sanctuary today have been presented
by Marian Slade in loving memory of Betty Patrick, mother, grandmother,
sister, and loyal friend.

Good Health To You —
Due to H1N1 concerns, the leadership is asking that
you continue to be friendly, but feel free to refrain from shaking hands. Hand sanitizers are placed throughout our campus for your convenience.

CDL Licensed Drivers Needed —
We are running a courtesy bus for our
seniors on the East parking lot for the next several weeks. In order to be able to maintain this benefit to our congregation, we need CDL drivers who are willing to serve others in this capacity. The time commitment is 30 minutes before and after one of the Sunday morning services. If you would like to be a part of this ministry, contact Angie at 717-635-7222 or acarpenter@christian-life.com
. Thank you for your willingness
to serve!

SoloParenting Dinner —
All solo parents and their children are invited to join us TODAY immediately following the second service at 12:15 PM in the Christian Life Center for some great food and fun. Our theme this month is /St. Patrick’s Day/. The menu includes meatloaf, mashed potatoes, green beans, salad, rolls, and dessert.

*/The Ultimate Gift/** Class* —
Today and next Sunday, March 14, at 9:30
AM in Room 702, join us as we follow-up /The Ultimate Gift/ movie with a class that will explore the twelve 'gifts' demonstrated in the movie. Invite your friends!

Entry Point Class —
If you would like to know more about growth and connection opportunities, Entry Point is a great place to get your questions answered! This class will provide information on how to get involved in groups, serving, membership, baptism, and much more. The next class is this Wednesday, March 10, from 7:00-8:15 PM in Café Connections. Child care is available through the on-campus Wednesday night programming. Please RSVP through the Bulletin Registration or contact Marilyn at 717-635-7226 or mcooker@christian-life.com
. Light refreshments will be provided.

Christian Life Tours
We still have seats available for the motor coach trip to Sight and Sound to see their new show, Joseph, on March 12. Cost is $110 per person. We will depart CLA at 3:30 PM, enjoy dinner together at the Hershey Farm Restaurant, and then attend the show. For reservations, please contact Sherry Heim at 717-579-9156 or sherhm@aol.com .

*Scrapbook Friday** *—
Come out this Friday, March 12, to the Women’s Plaza from 5:00-11:00 PM. Please bring your supplies, a snack to share and your own drink. This is a great event to bring your unchurched scrapbook-loving friends to as well! To reserve your spot, fill out the Bulletin Registration and drop it in the offering. For more information, call Kathy at 717-774-0877.

*Forever Young Dinner (50 And Older) *—
The Forever Young “Birthday Bash” Dinner will be held on Tuesday, March 16, at 6:30 PM in the Christian Life Center. We’ll enjoy ham with pineapple glaze, oven roasted red potatoes, green beans and rolls. Please bring a warm side dish or seasonal salad. This month, a Cake Decorating Contest will provide our dessert for the evening! Please sign up on the Bulletin Registration and place it in the offering, or stop by the Forever Young
Kiosk in the Lobby.

Women's Softball 2010 Season —
Monday, March 22, attend the information  meeting in Room 304 at 6:00 PM if you’re interested in playing Women’s Softball this season! Choose from two teams, competitive or recreational. You’ll have fun, enjoy fellowship, and have a chance to encourage others in their faith. For more information, contact Juanita at 717-944-9959 or Jodie at 717-361-1898.

The CLA Men's & Women's Golf League is now forming
Play is on Mondays at the Valley Green Golf Course in Etters, PA. Registration is now open, but will close at the end of a general league meeting at CLA in Room 704 on March 23, 6:30 PM. Your $40 registration fee, which includes the first week green/cart fee, must be received by March 24 in order to participate in the 2010 Golf League. Thereafter, green/cart fee is $20 weekly. If you are unable to attend the March 23 meeting, please send your registration fee to Mike LeVan, 680 Ridge Road, Lewisberry, PA 17339. More details are available at the Golf League website at
http://www.golfweb.ws/8033 or email Mike at mlevan3@epix.net .

*Men’s Softball Registration *—
* *Softball season 2010 is just around the corner! All players are required to fill out a registration form, which is available at the Tri-Panel Information Displays. Place your completed form, along with the $80 registration fee, into the Communication Drop located at the East and West Welcome Centers. Registration deadline is Sunday, March 28. For more information, contact Bob Mackley at 717-580-1467.

*Membership: Discovering CLA* —
A 4-week Membership Class will be held on Wednesdays, April 7, 14, 21 and 28 at 7:00 PM in Room 702. If you are interested in membership at Christian Life Assembly, here is your opportunity. This class will help you understand CLA’s beliefs, purpose, ministry structure, and will give you the opportunity to meet many of our ministry leaders and pastors. Please fill out the Bulletin Registration to sign up. For more information, contact Marilyn at mcooker@christian-life.com or 717-635-7226.

Change the World

Capital Area Pregnancy Center Baby Bottle Drive! — Please return your filled baby bottles to the East or West Welcome Center by Sunday, March 21 and help the Capital Area Pregnancy Center reach the greater Harrisburg area with the message of life! Contact the Women’s Ministries Department at 717-635-7228 for additional details.

Change the World Summit 2010 — The Change the World team will be hosting a thirty minute informational meeting in the Women’s Plaza on March 21. We invite you to attend the first service, join us in the CLC in a reserved location for lunch at the missions dinner, and then attend the meeting from 11:45 AM-12:15 PM in the Women's Plaza. This will be a time to learn more about missions and our 2010 BIG Serves. Please RSVP through the Bulletin Registration or contact Rachel at 717-635-7253 or rlee@christian-life.com by March 15.

*Haiti Donations* — Due to a new Haiti Assistance Income Tax Incentive, you can deduct qualified Haiti relief contributions made between January 11 and March 1 on your 2009 tax return. To request a statement of donations made for Haiti relief efforts, please contact Sharon at 717-635-7236.

Celebrate America 2010 Vendors Wanted — Are you looking for a venue to
display and sell your art, handcrafted jewelry, pottery or other wares? Celebrate America is coming on June 27, and we are incorporating an Arts & Crafts Fair into this year's event. If you would like to be a vendor, or know a vendor outside CLA who may want to participate, email your name and contact information, a brief description of your art or craft, and your vendor name to Rachel at rlee@christian-life.com . The deadline for submission is April 30. Accepted submissions will be notified by May 15. There is a small rental fee for participation and table space.

Volunteer Opportunity — The Connections Ministry is seeking volunteers for the Cookie Ministry who live in the Lewisberry, York, New Cumberland, Harrisburg and Camp Hill areas. Cookie Ministry volunteers bake or buy a dozen cookies and deliver them to the homes of second time guests of CLA. For more information or to express interest, please stop by the Volunteer Opportunities Center or contact Sue at 717-635-7254 or sgarman@christian-life.com .

Student Ministries

The Crave | Ages 18-29 | www.thecrave.net
*The Crave Chili Bowl* — Saturday, March 13, 1:00-5:00 PM — Dress warm, bring a friend, and meet at the Youth Center for an afternoon of co-ed flag football and British Bulldog. We’ll end the day with some hot chili and soup. Plan to bring your favorite soup or chili in a crock pot or a drink and chips to share.

Young Adult Men
— If you'd like to join our young adult men’s softball team this summer, pick up a registration form from the Tri-Panel Information Displays and write “Young Adult” on the form. Place your completed form and $80 payment into the Communication Drop at either Welcome Center by Sunday, March 28. For more information, email CLASports@christian-life.com .

Frequency Youth | Grades 7-12 | www.frequencyouth.com
Youth Convention 2010 — April 1-3 — With communicator Scotty Gibbons and
worship with /Worth Dying For/. This is going to be an unforgettable weekend! Cost is $120 which includes your ticket into the event at the Giant Center in Hershey, hotel stay at the Sheraton, and transportation. To secure your spot, turn in your completed registration form and minimum $60 deposit by March 24 to the Student Ministries Kiosk or at Frequency. Registration forms are available at www.frequencyouth.com .

Fusion | Grades 6-8 |www.christian-life.com/ministries/students/fusion.html
Wake Up! Spring Retreat — March 19-20
We are so excited to announce our first middle school retreat for 6th-8th graders at Camp Hebron in Halifax, PA. Our own Pastor Jonathan Coad is the retreat speaker. The weekend will include J-Jam games, a bonfire, pizza party, and much more! Cost is $45. To secure your spot, turn in a minimum $25 deposit with a completed registration form by March 14 at the Fusion Middle School Service. Registration forms can be downloaded at
www.frequencyouth.com .

Kids Town Ministries | Grades 1-6 | www.christian-life.com/kids
*Kids Ministry Day* — Parents, please remember to pick up song lyrics
and permission slips at the News Stand in Kids Town, and turn in your
child's T-shirt size and money by next Sunday, March 14.

Upcoming Events


March 16, 6:30 PM
Forever Young Dinner


March 19-20
Wake up! Fusion Middle School Retreat


March 21, 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Annual Blood Drive


March 28
Palm Sunday
Faces in the Crowd


March 31, 7:00 PM
Holy Week Communion Service
The Crown of Thorns