Seasons of Renewal – Part 1
Introduction | Pastor Jamie Cupschalk
October 31, 2021
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Join us this Sunday for Seasons of Renewal Part 2: I Want to Hear God
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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 9/30/2021
Budgeted: $256,978 | Received: $212,697 | Shortfall: $44,281
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Welcome!
We extend a special welcome to the folks from Park Ave! We are honored to have you worshiping with us. If you know of someone who would like to receive the weekly Ashland News, let us know by sending an email to office@ashlandchurch.org, and we will get them added to the email list.
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New Class: Keeping Hope Alive In the Wilderness Journey
As a wise Bible teacher once said, "There are a number of numbers in Numbers!" But is that all Numbers is about? Join John Tait and Greg Goss beginning THIS SUNDAY, November 7 as they begin a new class on the book of Numbers and journey with Israel from freedom into nationhood.
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Thanksgiving Eve Service
Mark your calendars and make plans to join us on Wednesday, November 24 for our Thanksgiving potluck at 6 pm with with a Thanksgiving service to follow at 7! There will be both indoor and outdoor seating available. We will plan to livestream the service and have it also playing in livestream rooms onsite.
In preparation for that service, we are asking each of our members to send us an email letting us know what you're thankful for! Click the button below to submit your responses. Thank you!
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AEPC Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive
We are now collecting donations for our annual Thanksgiving Food Baskets. Paper bags with suggested donations are available at the church, but all donations are welcome, and we can also use toiletries, paper goods, laundry detergent, etc… We are also looking for donations of turkeys, and other proteins. Perishable donations can be dropped off by noon on Saturday, November 20. If you are unable to shop and would like to make a donation, you can mark it Thanksgiving Food Drive and drop it in the collection plate on Sundays or donate via our online giving app from CCB.
If you are aware of someone in need, please contact Peg Buckley (609-647-4647), or any deacon or elder, so we can add them to our Food Basket list. Thank you so much for your generosity and willingness to live and share your faith in this tangible way.
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Congregational Meeting
Join us Sunday, November 21 for a brief congregational meeting immediately following services to learn more about the joining of Park Avenue and Ashland. All are welcome to come to this informational meeting about the plans for Ashland and Park Ave to join together.
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Clothing, Bag, Linen & Shoe Drive
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Open Art Studio
Our next meeting time will be Tuesday, November 9. No experience needed! Beginners welcome! Come create with us!
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Tuesday Morning Bible Study
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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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Youth Movie Night
Make plans to join us on Saturday, November 14 for movie night! More information to come.
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Pizza & Service Project
On Sunday, November 21 the youth group will meet right after church to eat pizza and sort the Thanksgiving baskets.
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Youth Small Groups
The next Youth Small Groups will meet Wednesday, November 10. If you’re 5th grade to high school student is interested in joining one please contact Janine.
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Kids Church
Kids Church is each Sunday during the sermon. 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. 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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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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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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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 served the first Sunday of every month. Our next Communion Sunday will be this Sunday, November 7.
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Sunday Morning Volunteers Needed
We need volunteers to help set up for the outdoor service on Sunday mornings, as well as for other worship service functions. If you can help, please let Peg Buckley or Barb Cesare know.
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Upcoming Events
November 7: Seasons of Renewal, Part 2 and Communion Sunday
November 9: Open Art Studio
November 10: Youth Small Groups
November 14: Youth Movie Night
November 21: Congregation Meeting
November 21: Youth Pizza & Service Project – Sorting Thanksgiving Baskets
November 24: Thanksgiving Eve Service
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Weekly Events
Sundays
9:30am – Children's Zoom Sunday School
10:00am – Fellowship and Coffee
10:30am – Worship Inside, Outside or Online
Tuesdays
6:30am – Men's Prayer Group
10:00am – Seniors Bible Study (2nd & 4th Tuesdays)
Wednesdays
6:30am – Youth Small Groups (2nd & 4th Wednesdays)
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