Student Ministry (Grades 6-12)

HIGH SCHOOL
Summer Youth Group
Wednesdays, 6:00 pm, Barn
May 6 - Aug. 12.

Philly Mission Trip

June 22-27, 2015.

White Water Rafting

Adventure
August 6-8. Sign up by June 17.
High School Students (including 8th grade students heading into 9th grade in Fall 2015) are
invited on this amazing adventure! For all the info:
www.ccgf.org/upcoming-events-hs.
HS Contact: Natalie Plakosh, 412-741-4900, ext. 121.

MIDDLE SCHOOL
Amped
Sundays, 10:15 am. Continues through
Summer. New series starts June 7:
Grow Up!

Movie Night
Friday, June 12. Jurassic Park. Drop off
6:00 pm at Christ Church. Sign up at
www.ccgf.org/movienight.

Bucco Night
Wednesday, June 10. Open to all
middle school students! Drop off at
Christ Church at 6:00 pm. Bring $ for food and
drinks. Only a few spots available. Register online at
www.ccgf.org/bucconight

Jamaica Mission Trip

July 12 - 18, 2015. www.ccgf.org/
missiontrip-ms

Summer Camp
August 3 - 7, 2015. Download a
registration brochure at
www.ccgf.org/summer-camp

20th Anniversary
Christ Church at Grove
Farm turns 20 this year!
We will be celebrating
our 20th anniversary in
various ways throughout the next few weeks.
On July 19, we will have
an all church combined service followed by a picnic. You
may bring your own lunch for the picnic, or buy a bagged
lunch. Stop by the table in the Commons next week for
all the details!

Womens Ministry
GO! Great Outdoors Canoe Trip:
Saturday, June 13 at Moraine State
Park. Stop by the table in the Commons
today to sign up. More info at
www.ccgf.org/go
Summer Bible Study: Move On by
Vicky Courtney. Wednesday evenings,
6:30-8:30 pm beginning July 1. Childcare
will be available by registration only.
Register online at www.ccgf.org/
summerbiblestudy.

MOPS and MOMSNext

Summer Bible Study: Scouting the
Divine, by Margaret Feinberg.
Thursdays, 9:30 - 11:30 am in
Classroom 102. Next one: June 18.
Childcare available. Full schedule on
webpage: www.ccgf.org/mops.
Summer Play Dates are now listed on our webpage at
www.ccgf.org/mops
Contact: Valerie, 412-996-5964.

Fathers Day Special

Stop by the Lakeside Caf on
Sunday, June 21 for a special
Fathers Day treat: Walking Tacos!

Small Groups News

Kids Ministry

www.ccgf.org/kids

A new small group is now meeting on Sunday

mornings at 10:00 am in Bob Masons office,
Lower Level near the Facilities office. We invite
you to join us at any time!

Nursery (Infant - Age 3)

Sunday mornings from 8:45 am - 12:30 pm

We are looking to start a new small group in Moon

Township on Sunday evenings. If you live in Moon,
or would like to attend this group, please call
Bob Mason at 412-741-4900, ext. 122, or
bmason@ccgf.org.

Sunday mornings from 8:45 am - 12:30 pm

Spring Clean Up
Saturday, June 27, We would
like to invite men and women
and their teenage children to
spend a morning on our
church campus to spruce up
the grounds and buildings
prior to our July anniversary celebration. This event will
be from 8:00 am - 12:00 Noon. Please mark your
calendars and plan to be there!

Preschool (Ages 3, 4 & 5 by Sept. 1)

Kindergarten - 5th Grade*
Kids Church, 9:00 & 11:15 am

*except first Sunday of the month

Register now! Fees increase again on June 15.

www.ccgf.org/summer-day-camp

18//22 College-Age Ministry

www.ccgf.org/1822

Small Group Coffee Bar

Sundays at 10:15 am, in the
Farmhouse. Continues through
the Summer!

The Edge Small Group

Summer session begins
tomorrow night, June 8,
7:00 pm, at the Barn/Fire Pit.
White Water Rafting: Friday,
July 24. Sign up by July 7. We
will leave from the church at
9:00 am. To sign up, call Brenda
at 412-741-4900, ext. 111.More
info at www.ccgf.org/1822
Join our Facebook page: College Age Ministry of Christ
Church at Grove Farm
Contact: Brenda, 412-741-4900, ext. 111.

Do you have kids ages 4 through 5th grade? Sign them up

for a week of fun including music, Bible stories, arts and
crafts, drama, sports and games, outdoor activities,
interactive devotions and worship experiences, and
WATER GAMES! Invite your friends! For all the info and to
register, visit www.ccgf.org/summer-day-camp.

Baptism/Dedication
The next baptism/dedication will be
Sunday, June 21 at 11:15 am in the
Sanctuary. To schedule, call Liz Rankin at
412-741-4900, ext. 120.

Primetimers (Ages 55+)

www.ccgf.org/primetimers
Thursday, July 9, 12:00 noon in Fellowship Hall. Loves to
Sing with Gordon Luntz. Covered Dish Luncheon. A-H:
Salad, I-P: Dessert Q-Z: Main Dish.
Contact: Chuck Gerdes at 724-776-1146.

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First-Time Visitors

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 www.ccgf.org for more info.

Conratulations Graduates
Congratulations to all of our high
school and college graduates! May
God bless them on their new
journey! Please see the graduates
insert in your service sheet today,
and pray for them and their parents.

Ministry Opportunities at Christ Church

CD Release Show

Receptionist
Calling all cheerful voices! Receptionists needed on
Thursday afternoons, Tuesday mornings, and Friday
mornings. Training provided. Contact: Liz Rankin,
412-741-4900, ext. 120.

Lakeside Cafe
Spend 2 1/2 hours, one Sunday a month servin it up at
the Cafe! Three shifts to choose from. The cafe is run by
volunteers and we wouldnt be able to offer it every
Sunday morning without help! Contact: Betty Miller at
ejmiller159@verizon.net.

Summer Day Camp

One of our most rewarding volunteer experiences!
Summer Day Camp 2015 is happening on June 22 - 26.
Volunteers are needed in all areas, from snacks to
counselors! Sign up at www.ccgf.org/summer-day-camp.
Contact: Donna Paff, 412-741-4900, ext. 109.

Miracle of Christmas Show

Booking now! CCGF Tour The Miracle of Christmas at the
Sight and Sound Theater in Lancaster, PA. December 4
and 5. Pick up a flyer at the Welcome Center. To make a
reservation, or for more information, call Shirley at
412-749-6082 or 412-719-7890.

CCGF Softball Teams

Come out and support our CCGF and UIF Softball Teams!
Games are on Sunday afternoons at Rowan Elementary
fields in Cranberry. Schedule, map and directions at
www.ccgf.org/softball

DivorceCare
Monday evenings at 7:00 pm in the Farmhouse.
For those going through a divorce or separation.
www.ccgf.org/divorcecare.
Contact: Don Tice, 724-884-3436.

June 2015

GriefShare
Thursday evenings at 7:00 pm in the Farmhouse.
For those grieving a loss in their life. www.ccgf.org/
griefshare. Contact: Bonnie Bender, 412-525-1403.
A monthly publication of Christ Church at Grove Farm

Brad Lebakken , our Third Service

Worship Leader, will be doing a CD
Release Show for his band Red
Letter Hymnal. The Worship
Concert will be in Wilson Hall on
Friday, June 19, 6:30 to 8:45 pm.
They will be releasing their new CD
during the concert and the concert
will also feature one opening solo
artist. Get tickets online for $7, or
$10 at the door the day of the show. During the concert
there will be free childcare. Doors open at 6:00 pm.
Tickets:
http://www.showclix.com/event/PittsburghWorship
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1430636953905346/

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 on Friday, June 19
from 1:00 - 3:00 pm. Contact: Elizabeth Van Heest,
vanheest@consolidated.net.

DivorceCare & Griefshare

Stay Connected to Christ Church

Partner Ministries
Sentinels of Freedom
Attention Ladies! Premier Design Jewelry Party
Fundraiser to benefit Sentinels of Freedom, Sunday,
June 28, 1:30 PM in the Barn. RSVP to Susan at
412-974-5538. Look online & tell Susan your order if
you're unable to join us. Everyone is invited! Bring
friends!

YoungLives Job Opportunity

We are looking for a person who is a follower of Christ,
loves children, and is adept at handling emails and
associated follow-up necessary to staff the nursery for
the regular monthly YL meetings and occasional special
events. If you are interested in serving in this rewarding
position, or would like to have more information, please
call Judy Pytlik at 412-818-3917 or email at
japytlik@yahoo.com.

Orphan Alliance Facebook Page

Join our Facebook page for updates, events,
photos and more. Just search Christ Church at
Grove Farm - CCGF.
Did you know that you can listen to sermons or
find info on all upcoming events on our
website? www.ccgf.org
The Weekly Email Update is a great way to get
the most current Christ Church news delivered
right to your inbox every Friday. Sign up by
sending Liz an email at lrankin@ccgf.org.
Our radio program, Along the Way, airs
weekdays at 3:30 pm on 101.5 WORD-FM.

If you have a heart for orphan care, are considering

adoption or foster care or are an adoptive or foster
parent, be sure to look for and LIKE the community
group page of Orphan Alliance at CCGF on Facebook!
This page is a link to events, support groups and
opportunities to get involved to care for the orphan.

New Neighbor Bags

New Neighbor Bags are available! If you have a new
family on your street or in your neighborhood, pick up a
bag at the Welcome Center. Its a great way to meet new
people and invite them to visit Christ Church!

Christ Church at Grove Farm

249 Duff Road Sewickley PA 15143
412-741-4900