The Practice of Solitude
January 30, 2022 | Pastor Jamie Cupschalk
Mark 6:30–32
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Additional Resources
Pastor Cupschalk mentioned a couple of different resources in his sermon. For the article by T. M. Moore called The Discipline of Solitude, click here. (There is an audio option as well!)
If you would like the information from Lorne Sanny on how to spend your own day of prayer, please email the church office, and we will be glad to send that to you.
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“But who am I, and what is my people, that we should be able thus to offer willingly? For all things come from you, and of your own have we given you."
1 Chronicles 29:14
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Tithes and Offerings Update
Current General Fund Giving, as of 12/31/2021
Budgeted: $342,637 | Received: $291,638 | Shortfall: $50,999
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COVID Update
Amid the current surge of COVID cases we want to continue together to care for our church family and help folks feel comfortable, as well pray and ask for God’s protection and healing during this time. We have placed a few simple air cleaners in Horner Hall and some other rooms to help cycle in fresh air. Additionally, we continue to ask everyone to wear a mask at all times when inside the building (unless presenting or helping to lead worship).
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Blessing Bags Service Project
On Sunday, February 20 after the worship service, we will meet in Horner Hall and assemble the Blessing Bags for our neighbors without homes using the donations from the list above. All ages encouraged to participate!
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Used Laptops and Mobile Phones Needed
ABC needs used laptops and mobile phones for ABC scholars who are currently attending Teaching Training College, Nursing Training College and University in Ghana. All donations are to be dropped off in the main office at church, or call Fred Acheampong (856-534-9565) to have them picked up from your home.
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Young Adult Small Groups
Our Young Adult Small Groups meet on the first and third Wednesdays of the month. Take advantage of this opportunity to connect!
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Bible Class: Keeping Hope Alive In the Wilderness Journey
Join John Tait and Greg Goss at 9am each Sunday as they teach this class on the book of Numbers and journey with Israel from freedom into nationhood.
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Tuesday Morning Bible Study
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Please Donate!
We will collect clothing, shoes, linens (any fabric items) and bags through the end of February. All donations benefit Ashland Youth Retreats and Missions. We receive money by the pound and have many service projects in the work and hope to return to retreats this year. Thank you for supporting Ashland Youth!
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Youth Small Groups
Our small groups will continue meeting together at the church building at 6:30 pm on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays at 6:30 pm.
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Kids Church
Kids Church is each Sunday during the sermon. Join us in person for mixed-age Bible lessons and crafts. We can't wait to see you there!
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Children’s Zoom Sunday School
Don't miss out if you can't be there in person! Each Sunday at 9:30 am, you can join our Zoom for Sunday School. Contact Janine for the Zoom ID and password.
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Care and Counsel
The Care and Counsel ministry is here to help with things developing a healthy life balance, navigating mental health difficulties, finding professional assistance and more.
Teleconference appointments are available. Our coaches welcome adults, young adults, teens and children. All services are free of charge and provided by a trained Mental Health Coach (more information here).
For more information about meeting with a coach, please email care@ashlandchurch.org (all inquiries will be kept confidential).
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Fellowship and Coffee
If you would like to help with the Sunday morning Fellowship and Coffee time, either by donating items like individually wrapped snacks, fresh fruit, and individual yogurts, or by helping to coordinate setting up the fellowship time, please contact Peg Buckley. Donations and help are both needed beginning in September.
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Small Groups
Small groups have a big impact on all involved. For information about joining or leading a group contact us here.
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Prayer Requests?
Reach out to us here to let us know how we can be praying for you. One of our elders or deacons will reach out to you.
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Get Involved – We Need You!
Are you handy with technology? Can you set up chairs and break down tables? Are you eager to serve but not sure where or how? We have a place for you whether you can help once a month or every week! Fill out our Volunteer Sign-Up form to get in touch with a ministry leader.
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Missions and Ministry Partners
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Park Avenue Food Pantry
Food donations can be dropped off at the church, and volunteers are needed on Thursday mornings to deliver the items to Park Avenue Church in Somerdale. Contact Janine for more information.
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Church Plant
We are pleased to be supporting our own Dr. Greg Austen in planting a church in South Jersey called Mantua Creek! Also, you can see Greg’s blog, Carpenter Theologian, for many thoughtful posts about life and faith.
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Joy in the Journey
Keep up with Al and Mary Ginter, missionaries that Ashland has had the privilege of supporting and hearing from for many years, at Mary’s blog.
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Communion Sunday
Communion is typically served the first Sunday of every month. Our next Communion Sunday will be February 6.
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Upcoming Events
February 6: Sermon – Introduction to 1 Corinthians
February 13: Guest Speaker, Greg Austen
February 13: Blessing Bag Donations Due
February 20: Blessing Bag Service Project
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Weekly Events
Sundays
9:00 am – Adult Sunday School Class
9:30 am – Children's Zoom Sunday School
10:00 am – Fellowship and Coffee
10:30 am – Worship Inside, Outside or Online
*Communion is served the first Sunday of each month
Tuesdays
6:30 am – Men's Prayer Group
10:00 am – Seniors Bible Study (2nd & 4th Tuesdays)
Wednesdays
6:30 pm – Youth Small Groups (2nd & 4th Wednesdays)
7:00 pm – Young Adult Small Group (1st & 3rd Wednesdays)
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