Student Ministry

HIGH SCHOOL
Breakfast Club: Sundays, 10:00 - 11:00 am, in the
Barn. Free breakfast and Bible study.
Youth Group : Sundays, 6:00 - 8:30 pm in the
Student Center. Donuts, Bible study, & games.
Laurelville Fall Retreat: November 18-20.
Students will experience fun activities, worship,
and amazing guest speakers. There are great
concerts, game nights, mud football (optional),
quests through the woods, and great hang-time
with friends! This retreat is truly an amazing
experience! More info at www.ccgf.org/hsinfo.
Contact: Pastor Doug, 412-741-4900, ext. 159.

MIDDLE SCHOOL
Amped Wednesdays (Youth Group):
Wednesdays at 6:30 pm in the Student Center.
Amped Sundays: Bible study, donuts and game
time! Sundays at 10:00 am in the Student Center.
Airsoft Wars: Saturday, October 15.
11:00 am - 3:00 pm. $5 for food and ammo.
Laurelville Fall Retreat: November 4-6. There is
nothing else like it! From mud football to a
themed dance party, Laurelville is amazing! The
skit team will have you laughing, the worship
team will be jamming, and the speaker will be
pointing you towards God. You should come and
bring some friends! Youll have a blast! More info
at www.ccgf.org/msm.
Contact: Pastor Robby, 412-741-4900, ext. 146.

Adore (Night of Worship)

A spectacular night of praise and worship for the
entire city of Pittsburgh. Join us for an inspiring
night of worship as we sing and rejoice from a
collection of contemporary and traditional music.
In unison, let us lift our voices for the glory of God!
Sunday, October 16, 6:30 pm in the Sanctuary.
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Womens Ministry

Mens Ministry

Annual Christmas Brunch : Please mark your

calendars for our Christmas Brunch on Saturday,
December 10 with our own amazingly gifted Bible
teacher, Holly Campbell. More info to come.
Contact: Pat Cady, 412-417-1620

Men's Retreat - October 14-16 at Camp Kon-O-Kwee

near Zelienople. Speakers include Dr. Bruce Bickel
and lifelong friend John Bishop. David Sadd will be
leading us in worship. Lots of activities and a great
opportunity for fellowship with Christian brothers.
Register online at www.ccgf.org/mens-retreat.
Contact: Mike Davis, 412-965-6053

Young Adults
Christian Ed Class: Sunday mornings at 10:00 am
in Classroom 102. My Hope with Billy Graham.
Bowling Night: Enjoy a night of bowling and meet
other Young Adults (20s & 30s) from Christ Church
on Friday, October 21, from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at
Paradise Island Bowl. Each ticket ($5) includes 2
hours of bowling, shoe rental, 2 slices of pizza and
a soda. Sign up at www.ccgf.org/young-adults.

College & Career

The Edge: Mondays, 7:00 pm in the Student
Center. For guys and girls ages 18 - 24, looking to
engage in faith and culture.
Small Group: Sundays at 10:00 am, Classroom
101. The Book of James with Francis Chan.
Bible Study: Wednesdays, 7:15 - 8:15 pm in
Moon Township. Led by Denny Pattyn.
Bonfire: Saturday, October 29, 6:30 pm at Brendas
house (200 Fernwood Dr. Clinton, PA).
Serve: Women Mentors needed for Monday night
small groups. If you are interested, call Brenda at
741-4900, ext. 111 or broethlisberger@ccgf.org.

Primetimers (55+)
October: Thursday, October 6, 12:00 Noon, in
Fellowship Hall. Creation Through Parable Art with
Pastor Jamie Kendrew. On the menu: lasagna,
tossed salad, cookies.
November: Thursday, November 3, 12:00 Noon,
in Fellowship Hall. The Lost and Found Collection,
the Treasure of Hope with Carolyn Wallisch.
On the menu: A-H: Dessert; I-P: Main Dish; Q-Z:
Salad. Contact: Chuck Gerdes, 724-776-1146.
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Missions Class
Saturday, October 15, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm in
Fellowship Hall. You'll discover your mission, how to
share your message, your mission field and what it
takes to be "on mission" for God. You must take the
Membership, Maturity, and Ministry classes before
taking the Mission class. Sign up at www.ccgf.org/
class.

Small Groups
Fall is a GREAT TIME to join a small group! No
matter where you live, there is a group for you!
New groups are starting in Moon, Cranberry and
Wexford. We have groups for men, women,
couples, parents and more! If you are interested in
joining or hosting a group, contact Pastor Bob Mason
at 412-741-4900, ext. 122, or bmason@ccgf.org.

P.A.G.E.S.
Our Performing Arts Group for Elementary
Students is for children in kindergarten through 6th
grade who love singing, performing, and the
theater arts. Sundays, 12:30-2:00 pm in the Rally
Room. Lunch is provided for students.

Monthly Prayer
Join us on the first Saturday of every month at
9:00 am in the Chapel as we pray for our marriages,
families, and our church. Everyone welcome!
Next meeting: November 5.
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Kids Ministry
Sunday Mornings for K-5
8:45 am Combined Sunday School
10:00 am The Barnyard, large group activity
11:15 am Small Group Sunday School
Sunday Mornings for Infant - Preschool
Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers experience
God through age-appropriate activities including
music and dance, drawing, crafts, and Bible story
at 8:45, 10:00, & 11:15 am.
Awana for Age 3 - 5th Grade
Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8:00 pm in Kids Ministry.
AWANA is a fun-filled, action packed, and Bible
based program for kids ages 3 through 5th grade.
Register at www.ccgf.org/awana.
Contact: Sarah Capello, 412-741-4900, ext. 113.

MOPS/MomsNext
Meetings: October 13 & 27, 9:30 - 11:30 am in
Fellowship Hall. Childcare is provided.
Moms@Nite: Wednesdays, 6:30-8:00 pm in the
Cry Room in Wilson Hall. Open to all moms of any
age children. Childcare will be available for
children under age three.
MOPS Kids Clothes and More Sale
Friday, October 14: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm and
Saturday, October 15: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (50% off
red tags). We are collecting donations of gently
used clothing, shoes, equipment and toys. Sizes
infant to size 18. Donations can be dropped off in
Classroom 101 the week of October 9.
Sale contact: Michelle Haines, 724-396-4909.
More info at www.ccgf.org/mops.

Baptism
The next Baptism/Dedication will be Sunday,
October 16 at 10:00 am in the Sanctuary OR at
11:15 am in Wilson Hall. To sign up, call Liz Rankin
at 412-741-4900, ext. 120 by October 2.
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First-Time Visitors

Fall Bible Studies

FAB (Fit, Active & Bendable) Exercise Class

Are you a fitness instructor or do you know
someone who is? We are looking for someone to
teach an exercise class here at the church on
Tuesdays at 10:00 am while our current instructor
is recovering from surgery. This is a large class of
wonderful, energetic women. If youre looking for a
serving opportunity, here it is! Contact: Brenda
Roethlisberger at 412-741-4900, ext. 111.

Are you a first-time visitor to Christ Church? If you

would like to find out more about who we are, what
we believe, and what programs are available, please
stop by our Welcome Center and pick up a visitor
bag! Visit our website at ccgf.org for more info.

(www.ccgf.org/bible-studies)
Monday Nights - Community Bible Study
Red Sea to the Jordan River. Monday evenings,
7:00 - 8:30 pm at Christ Church. Men, Women,
Teens and Children.
Bible Study Fellowship (BSF) for Women
Wednesdays at 9:25 - 11:15 am, Sanctuary.
Thursday Evening Womens Bible Study
7:00 - 9:00 pm every other Thursday in Fellowship
Hall. Entrusted, Beth Moore. Free childcare.
Friday Morning Womens Bible Study
9:15 - 11:15 am in Fellowship Hall. Armor of God by
Priscilla Shirer. Free Childcare.
Mens Bible Study
Thursdays 7:00 PM in Classroom 101. The Life of
King David. All are welcome.
Brave Men of Friday Mornings
With Bruce Bickel. Fridays 6:30 AM in the
Barn. Triumphant Living.

World Vision in Sewickley

World Vision provides help for the poor and sick
around the world. Volunteers are needed to pack,
fold, and sort donations at our Sewickley location
Friday, October 21 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm. Contact:
Elizabeth Van Heest, vanheest@consolidated.net.

Cross Thoughts Blog

On the blog for this past month:
One Day Forever by Linda Santavicca
Serving the Lord in Difficult Times by
Matrid Harper
Heres Why You Absolutely Must Be Born
Again by Holly Campbell
Whos the Boss by Richard Curtis

Marriage Weekend
Weekend to Remember Marriage Conference
Two Pittsburgh dates: November 11-13 and
December 2-4 in Cranberry. This weekend helps
you and your spouse escape the daily grind and
focus on your relationship. For more info, visit
ccgf.org and click on the Upcoming Events button.

Divorcecare
Monday evenings at 7:00 pm in the Farmhouse for
those suffering through a divorce or separation.
Contact: Susan Dwyer, 724-242-0939 or visit
www.ccgf.org/divorcecare.

GriefShare

Support our bloggers by reading, commenting and

sharing! Read the blog at www.ccgf.org/blog

Thursday evenings at 7:00 pm in the Farmhouse

Great Room. Help and healing for those grieving a
loss in their life. Contact: Bonnie Bender,
412-525-1403 or visit www.ccgf.org/griefshare.

Connect to CCGF

Honoring Our Veterans

Facebook: Christ Church at Grove Farm

If you are a veteran, please send us a photo of

yourself so we can use it to honor our veterans on
Sunday, November 13. Photos will be shown on the
TVs in the Caf and Commons areas. Send photos
to photos@ccgf.org. No need to send a new one if
we already have yours.

Instagram: ccgf01
Twitter: ccgf01
Mobile app: Christ Church at Grove Farm
Get the Weekly Email Update! Sign up by
sending Liz an email at lrankin@ccgf.org.

Christian Ed
For a list of classes, see the back of your service
sheet or visit www.ccgf.org/christian-education

Cross Thoughts: www.ccgf.org/blog

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October 2016

A monthly publication of Christ Church at Grove Farm

New Ministry
The Serenity Group - Women Seeking Peace. A
womens discussion group for discovery, healing,
and breaking free from troubled relationships.
Wednesday Evenings, 6:30 - 8:30 pm in the
Farmhouse. Contact: Lori Smith, 412-849-3726.

Missions
Supported Missions: Serving Our Sentinels assists
severely wounded, post 9/11 veterans transition back
into civilian life. We meet the second Monday of
each month, 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary Cry Room.
New members always welcome! Next meeting:
Monday, October 10. Please join us!
We will be collecting donations to send packages to
our active military overseas for Christmas again this
year. More info to come! Contact: Bea or Doug
Miller at beadug@aol.com.
Partner Missions: Urban Impacts annual Christmas
production, Light the Night, will be December 2 & 3 at
Christ Church. More details to come.
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Christ Church at Grove Farm

249 Duff Road
Sewickley, PA 15143
412-741-4900 | www.ccgf.org