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 the second 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.

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.

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, the church, 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.

All-Church Prayer, September 12 at 6:30 PM — Join Pastor Wayde and our church leadership in the Sanctuary for this special time of prayer. There is no planned program; instead you will be free to pray as you want, for as long you choose to stay. There is NO NURSERY offered. Parents are encouraged to attend along with children of all ages, and spend time together in prayer as a family. Isaiah 56:7 "For my house will be called a house of prayer for all peoples.”

Choir Open House — Have you ever wanted to sing in the choir but weren’t sure how to get involved or what getting involved would require? Here’s your chance to find out! The choir is hosting an Open House this Wednesday, September 1 at 7:00 PM in the Choir Room. You’re invited to sit in as we embark on a new season, then join us for a time of fellowship afterward. Light refreshments will be served. Questions? Contact Erich at 717-635-7225 or eshoemaker@christian-life.com.

Love People

Sympathy — We extend our sympathy to Ruddie (Bill) Sheaffer & Cheryl (Terry) Kline on the recent loss of their husbands, and to the family of Russell Sourbeer.

Thank You — We have recently received thank you notes from Pastor Thomas Budzowski & family, Jerry Cole, Sue & Brian Donley, Shelly Echeverria & family, Sandy & Bob Ensslen, Sue Frey, Jan Herman, Wendy Hyser, Mary Kane, Rick Landis & family, Bethany Limes, Ruby Mayeski, Joyce Myers, Len Page, Larry & Jill Peterson, Ken & Stephane Richardson, Bob & Jen Sholly, Almeda Slaseman’s family, Robin Smith and George Snoke.

Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University Fall 2010 Classes — Can you imagine what your life would be like if you were completely debt free? Learn how to handle the money God entrusts you with His way and what it means to have true financial peace. The first class is this Tuesday, August 31, from 6:30-8:30 PM in Room 704, and is open and FREE to anyone who attends.

Life Group Kick-Off Dinner! — Wednesday, September 1! — Today is the deadline to purchase tickets for the Wednesday Life Group Kickoff Dinner to be held in the Christian Life Center at 5:30 PM on September 1. At 6:45 PM, we will meet in the Sanctuary as the various teachers share about their upcoming classes. Dinner ticket prices are: adults $5, children (ages 3-12) $3, under age 2 FREE ( $20 family maximum). Purchase tickets today at the Life Groups Kiosk or at the Life Groups tables (located by the East and West Welcome Centers) in the Lobby. For more information, contact Marilyn at 717-635-7226 or mcooker@christian-life.com.

New To CLA? — If you’ve recently started attending Christian Life Assembly, we welcome you to join us for a New to CLA class! It will be held Wednesday, September 1, from 7:15-8:15 PM in Café Connections. This is a great opportunity for you to learn more about our church. Child care is provided through the on-campus Wednesday night programming. Please RSVP through the bulletin registration or contact Sue at 717-635-7254 or sgarman@christian-life.com.

Membership: Discovering CLA — A 4-week Membership Class is being offered beginning next Sunday, September 5 at 9:00 AM 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 717-635-7226 or mcooker@christian-life.com.

Christian Life Tours — We still have seats remaining for our upcoming Fall 2010 trips. Saturday, October 16, shop at Tanger Outlet, visit the Tabernacle, and enjoy dinner and a show at Freedom
Chapel Theatre. November 18-21, travel to see the 250-room Biltmore Home in North Carolina and tour Asheville. There is also an Informational Meeting scheduled on September 28 for a May 2011 Alaskan Cruise. For more information on any of these events, contact Sherry at 717-579-9156 or sherhm@aol.com.

Faith And Our Constitution Class — We will explore our Constitution and examine our founding fathers' beliefs to discover their Biblical view of history, law, and government. Join us Sunday evenings from 4:00-6:00 PM in Room 704 for this 10-week class beginning September 19. Materials: $5. "Our Constitution was made only for a moral and religious people. It is wholly inadequate to the government of any other.” -John Adams

Abundant Life Singles Fall Retreat (40 and better) — Come for a great time of teaching, fellowship, worship and connecting with other singles, September 18-19 at Camp Mt. Asbury in Newville. For more information, contact Sherry at 717-579-9156 or sherhm@aol.com.

Forever Young Dinner (50 And Older) — Join us at the next Forever Young Dinner on Tuesday, September 21, at 6:30 PM in the Christian Life Center. We’ll go back in time to the 50’s and enjoy a hymn sing led by Dick Malone. Dinner menu includes BBQ pork chops, buttered noodles, glazed carrots and rolls. Please bring a hearty side dish, salad or dessert. Sign up on the Bulletin Registration and place it in the offering, or stop by the Forever Young Kiosk in the Lobby.

Attention All Local College Students! — The Crave invites you to be our honored guests at the annual College Luncheon on Sunday, September 19 from 12:45-2:00 PM in the CLC. Don't miss a fun-filled afternoon with fellowship, giveaways (including Starbuck’s and gas gift cards) and a free hot meal. Menu includes roast beef followed by an ice cream sundae bar. Transportation is available after the luncheon for Messiah College students. For more information or to RSVP, email TheCrave@christian-life.com.

Change The World

Thanks for Giving to Haiti! — In January, the people of CLA gave over $25,000 in a relief-aid offering for the people of Haiti. You can see the impact of your giving by downloading a new 2-minute video at http://world.ag.org/crisis/thanks/ or by picking up one of 300 copies of the Haiti: Special Report magazine at the Mission’s Kiosk in the Lobby. God bless you for your generosity!

Volunteers Needed for Paxton Fest 2010 — Paxton Street Ministries is seeking volunteers to help with their Fall Festival on Saturday, September 25. Volunteers are needed to help with the run/walk from 8:00-10:30 AM and with cleanup from 1:45-3:30 PM. To take advantage of this great opportunity to serve in the community, please fill out the bulletin registration or contact Sue at 717-635-7254 or sgarman@christian-life.com.

The Annual Ushers Appreciation Breakfast will be held on Saturday, October 2. We will meet at the Old Country Buffet located on Carlisle Pike beginning at 7:45 AM. If you have served or are interested in serving as an Usher, we invite you to RSVP on the sign-up sheet located in the Ushers Room. For more information, contact Ken Burkey at 717-802-6582 or email ewerloved@yahoo.com.

Jamaica Missions Trip Informational Meeting — Please join us this Wednesday, September 1, at 8:15 PM in Café Connections, as team leader, Dan Frost, shares information regarding the upcoming trip to Jamaica: January 15-22, 2011. For more information, stop by the Missions Kiosk in the Lobby, or contact Curt at 717-635-7242 or missions@christian-life.com, or Dan Frost at 717-766-2137 or jdfrost2@verizon.net.

"HIS" Closet needs good, clean seasonal clothing for our CLA families and those in need in the community. We are specifically in need of men’s casual shirts and pants, as well as infant and children’s clothing. Clothing selection at HIS Closet is Wednesdays 12:00-6:00 PM in Room 410, off of the CLC. Clothing drop off is Sundays and Mondays from 8:00 AM-12:00 PM. We cannot accept clothing at any other time during the week. For more information, contact Pat Lepley at 717-938-2916 or Women’s Ministries at 717-635-7228.

Christmas Wonderland 2010 Needs! — Volunteers needed: for set construction, scene painting, crew meal preparation and supervision of children's cast at rehearsals and performances. Schedules and sign-up sheets are available at the Volunteer Opportunities Center. Set Artistry needs: brushes (all sizes) and paint rollers and trays (large and small). Drop off donations into the designated container at the Volunteer Opportunities Center any time. For more information, contact Sandra at 717-635-7245 or sbeach@christian-life.com.

Student Ministries

The Crave | Ages 18-29 | www.thecrave.net
The Crave 1 Year Anniversary — Celebrate the anniversary of The Crave Thursday night service with us this Thursday, September 2 at 7:00 PM in the Youth Center. Come and get connected with other young adults as we continue to chase after God together!

Adopt-A-Block — Join us for this new weekly outreach and make a difference in the world around you! Come out every Saturday from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM as we show the love of Jesus through door to door prayer, food distribution, cookouts and simply playing with kids. All ages are welcome. Meet at the Youth Center.

Sunday PM Life Group For Young Adults (18-29) — Life has many ups and downs, and living a Christian lifestyle can sometimes be hard. This life group is for young adults who are looking to strengthen their relationship with Christ. Join us in Room 706 at 6:00 PM on the 2nd and 4th Sundays each month for prayer, accountability, and the opportunity to build Christian friendships! For more information, contact Emily at 717-856-8772 or emily_kapp@comcast.net.

Frequency Youth | Grades 7-12 | www.frequencyouth.com
J-Jam Leaders Needed — J-Jam begins on Tuesday, September 21. If you would like to invest in middle school students by being a leader, come to the J-Jam Leaders Orientation Meeting on Tuesday, September 14 at 3:00 PM in the Youth Center!

First Impressions Team Meeting — If you are on the youth First Impressions Team or would like to be (greeters, hosts, welcome center), please attend the team meeting with Pastor Jeff this Wednesday, September 1, in Room 409 (off the gym) at 6:00 PM.

Fusion Middle School | Grades 6-8 |
Back To School Bash — School is starting already, but that doesn’t mean the fun has to stop! The Smiths are hosting a back to school bash on Sunday, September 12 from 1:00-4:00 PM with swimming, games and fellowship. Transportation is provided from CLA right after the Fusion service. Parents will need to pick up students from the Smith's home in Etters (check Frequency website for address). Last names A-M: bring a side dish; N-Z: dessert and drink. RSVP to Hannah at 717-635-7230 or hito@christian-life.com.

J-Jam Drivers Needed — J-Jam, an after-school outreach program with high energy team games and devotions, is starting on September 21. We are looking for drivers who will pick kids up when school dismisses and drop them off at CLA. If you are available Tuesday afternoons and are interested in being a J-Jam driver, please contact Hannah at 717-635-7230 or hito@christian-life.com.

Kids Town Ministries | Grades 1-6 | www.christian-life.com/kids
Congratulations to the Mpact Graduating Class of 2010!

Tabitha Medallion Recipient: Leahanna Garr

Honor Stars/Bronze Medal of Honor Recipients*: Meghan Baskin, Katherine Beatty*, Nancy Bosserman, Cheyenne Busler, Cita Chacon*, Josette Cook, Rachel Goeltzenleuchter, Haley Lathrop, Savannah Metz*, Kenzie Ulrich*, Rachel Wagner*, Alyssa Waller

Friends Graduates/Silver Medal of Honor Recipients*: Victoria Crossley*, Kira Fernandez*

Kids Town Sports Spectacular — Parents, today we begin Sports Spectacular, where kids learn what it takes to be on God’s Team! There is also a friendly competition happening between the boys and girls. Points are awarded for bringing guests, offering, dressing in sports gear and filling out the family devotionals that go home each week.

Mpact Sleepover — Friday, September 17 is our annual Sectional Sleepover for girls in grades K-12 which will be held at the River of God church in Enola. This is an awesome evening of fun and getting together with friends. Please sign up in your classrooms.