LOVE CHRIST. LOVE OTHERS.

SERVE

6115 MAHAN DRIVE, TALLAHASSEE, FL 32308

Website: cccctally.org

February 17-18
www.cccctally.org
 From the Minister

Is it Better to Give than to Receive?

Hurricane Michael has left devastation like most of us cannot even imagine. I wish I
could say that CCCC sent over a team of chainsaws and back-hoes to help with the
cleanup and aftermath. We just are not that church anymore. Not that our heart
doesn’t break for all those over in the Panama City area, and not that we wouldn’t want
to serve in any way we can. But we just don’t have the muscle and back strength for
that kind of labor. I wish we did. But that doesn’t mean there isn’t something we can
do. Every year we have a Christmas Tree in the foyer of the church with paper orna-
ments that represent kids and families from various organizations that we want to help
have a better Christmas. This year, one of our most generous and kind-hearted mem-
bers suggested that we reach out to the Panama City sister churches and see if there
were not some families affected by Hurricane Michael that could use a little extra help
to make Christmas still exciting for their kids and families. So we reached out to the
pastor of the Panama City Christian Church, and found out that there were indeed
some families across all three of our sister churches that could use our help. (Christian
Church Panama City, Eastside Christian Church, and Bayou George Christian Church)
To say that our CCCC family responded would be an understatement. As I am typing
this article (the week before Christmas) there are 13 bins of Christmas gifts being pre-
pared for the families over in Panama City. It doesn’t at all surprise me that our church
family stepped up in such a big way, because I KNOW that the kind-hearted and gener-
ous heart of all those that gave is just how we roll around here. And in this case, it is
definitely BETTER to GIVE than to receive.
But on the other hand, our CCCC Choir delivered a Christmas musical (like we do
every year) but the one thing that really hit me this year was this: Emmanuel, GOD
WITH US, came in the form of a little baby, and was a GIFT. Jesus came to be our
SACRIFICE and pay for the sins of ALL of us. God’s plan all along was that Jesus, cel-
ebrated as a new born baby at Christmas, offers peace, hope, and eternal life. And
while I realize the idea that it is better to GIVE than to RECEIVE, all of us who wear the
name “Christian” are far better off when we receive the gift of salvation found only
through the ONE we celebrate this time of year. This will hit home in just a few months
when we remember the cross and celebrate the empty tomb. Jesus overcame death,
proving he had overcome our sin. And ACCEPTING that gift is all that is required for
our relationship with an almighty God to be restored.
Is it really better to GIVE than to RECEIVE? I guess it depends on where your rela-
tionship with Christ is. I love seeing the excitement when a kid opens a gift. But I’m
really grateful that God has offered the gift of salvation.
In His Service,
Allen

A SEASON OF PRAYER for JANUARY

Pray for our Nation and Leaders, Pray for our Church and our leaders DAILY
Come join us on Thursday morning at 10AM for a time of prayer. You are encouraged to spend time in communication with God.
Feel free to use the Prayer room (165) at any time, individually or as a group to pray about whatever is on your heart.
PRAY, THANKING GOD FOR ANOTHER YEAR TO SERVE
 Communication From the Leadership

Eight Great Revelations For Your New Year

As we experience life laying siege to us, sometimes from all sides, we need hope, wisdom, and good resolve to man-
age what we bear, and yet prevail very well! Remember always, God
loves us and is leading us to good life and the promised land.

*Enriching Resolute Revelations:

1. “But as for me and my household, we will serve the LORD.” Josh. 24:15d
(To walk with God is life’s greatest decision…)

2. “You do not want to leave too, do you?” Jesus asked the Twelve.
Simon Peter answered him, “Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of
eternal life. John 6:67&68 (Remain close to Jesus, loving Him and His church…)

3. Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God and serve him only.”
Luke 4:8 (Make no place for evil or the evil one…)

4. No, we declare God’s wisdom, a mystery that has been hidden and that God destined
for our glory before time began. 1 Cor. 2:7 (God has revealed truth and life to us…)

5. Then they asked him, “What must we do to do the works God requires?”
Jesus answered, “The work of God is this: to believe in the one he has sent.”
Jn. 6:28&29 (Your steadfast faith is worth more than silver or gold…)

6. Jesus replied, “‘You must love the LORD your God with all your heart, all your soul,
and all your mind.’ This is the first and greatest commandment. A second is equally
important: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ The entire law and all the demands of
the prophets are based on these two commandments.” Mat. 22:37-40
(This is the key to righteousness in all areas of your life…)

7. No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I
am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, k neither the
present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else
in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus
our Lord. Rom. 8:37-39 (We are saved and safe in might of God…)

8. Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God,
so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. Eph. 6:10&11
(Put on the full armor of God and be more than conquerors…)

May you know God’s blessings all-the-more in 2019…

Rick Harvey

Food Pantry
Our Food Pantry provides food for those in immediate need, there are always many in need of food. If you or someone you
know is in need please see Allen or Trish and check out the Food Pantry. You can make monetary donations to the pantry
by designating ‘Pantry’ on your check and placing it in the offering.
 Ministry EVENTS

This is an Outreach Event and we need everyone’s partici-

pation! There are 25 spots available for CCCC members.

Upcoming Events:
Jan. 26 - 2PM Taster’s Delight Cost $10
Reservations Required 850-877-7315
Jan. 31-Feb. 4, 2019 - Senior Saints Cruise
Feb. 12 - Movie Tuesday - Meet at CMX
Feb. 23 - 10AM Paint Class, Cost $15

Call the office for more details 850-877-7315

Join us in Children’s Church for: Panama City Kids Christmas

Thank You!

To all those who were involved in

the Christmas boxes:

The boxes were a huge hit! The parents were

Sunday School 9:00-10:00 am
Break 10:00-10:30 am
(games and snacks)
Children’s Church 10:30-11:45 am
Every month the Children’s Ministry has a
new service project they are working on,
see Becky Carter for more information
For more information: call 877-7315 or visit
cccctally.org
ecstatic about the gift choices made and how perfect
they were for each kid. And for the obvious
thoughtfulness and planning, right down to tape,
scissors and wrapping paper and gift bag choices.
It is like you guys knew these children first hand.
Everything was so well thought out. You guys
have really blessed us all. This is awesome and
you have brought light and love into our heart.
Phil Carter
 J A N UA RY 2 0 1 9
Mon T ue Wed Thu Fri Sat
Return Service Requested
Office Closed 1 2 10AM Service at
3 4 5
6:00PM Fellowship
Meal & Un- Your Life Senior 10:30AM Ladies
Decorating Living Bible Study
6:30PM Ladies Bible 12-4 Canasta Club
Study 1-5 Tax-Aide Training

6
12:30 Senior’s Ministry
7 8 9 10 11 12
Meeting 6 Ladies 6:00PM Fellowship
Meal & Devotion 10AM Prayer Circle 10:30AM Ladies
Night Out 6:30PM Ladies Bible Bible Study
12-4 TaxAide Training
6:30 Board Meeting
5PM Life Groups 6:30 Men’s Study 12-4 Canasta Club
Steak-Out 7PM Vineyard HOA 6-9 TaxAide Training 6-9 TaxAide Training

13 14 15 16 17 18 19
6:00PM Fellowship Reserved for Private Event
Meal & Devotion 10AM Prayer Circle 10:30AM Ladies 12-4 TaxAide Training
6:30PM Ladies Bible Bible Study
Study 12-4 Canasta Club
5PM Life Groups
7PM Railroad Club 6-9 TaxAide Training 6-9 TaxAide Training

20 Office Closed 21 22 23 24 25 26
9-5 TaxAide Training 6:00PM Fellowship 10AM Prayer Circle 10:30AM Ladies 2PM
Meal & Devotion Bible Study Taster’s
6:30PM Ladies Bible 12-4 Canasta Club
Study Delight
5PM Life Groups 6-9 TaxAide Training 6-9 TaxAide Training

27 28 29 30 31
6:00PM Fellowship 10AM Prayer Circle
5PM Life Groups
Meal & Devotion 12-4 Canasta Club
6PM Walden HOA 6:30PM Ladies Bible
Study Senior Saints Cruise

COMING EVENTS FOR JANUARY

January 1 - Happy New Year office closed
January 2 - 6PM Fellowship Meal & Un-Decorating
6:30PM Ladies Bible Study
January 3 - 10AM Prayer Circle
12-4 Canasta Club
January 3 - 1-5PM TaxAide Training
January 4 - 10:30AM Ladies Bible Study
January 6 - 12 Senior Ministry Meeting
5PM Life Groups
January 7 - 6PM Ladies Night Out
6:30PM Men’s Steak-Out
January 8 - 6:30PM Board Meeting
7PM Vineyard HOA
January 9 - 6PM Fellowship Meal & Devotion
6:30PM Ladies Bible Study
6-9PM TaxAide Training
January 10 - 10AM Prayer Circle
12-4 Canasta Club
January 11 - 10:30AM Ladies Bible Study
6-9PM TaxAide Training
January 12 - 12-4PM TaxAide Training
January 13 - 5PM Life Groups
January 15 - 7PM Railroad Club
January 16 - 6PM Fellowship Meal & Devotion
6:30PM Ladies Bible Study
6-9PM TaxAide Training
January 17 - 10AM Prayer Circle
12-4 Canasta Club
January 17-19 - Fellowship Hall reserved for Private Event
January 18 - 10:30AM Ladies Bible Study
6-9PM TaxAide Training
January 19 - 12-4PM TaxAide Training
January 20 - 5PM Life Groups
January 21 - Martin Luther King Day Office Closed
9-5 TaxAide Training
January 23 - 6PM Fellowship Meal & Devotion
6:30PM Ladies Bible Study
January 24 - 10AM Prayer Circle
12-4 Canasta Club
6-9PM TaxAide Training
January 25 - 10:30AM Ladies Bible Study
6-9PM TaxAide Training
January 26 - 2PM 12th Annual Taster’s Delight
January 27 - 5PM Life Groups
January 29 - 6PM Walden HOA
January 20 - 6PM Fellowship Meal & Devotion
6:30PM Ladies Bible Study
January 31-February 4 - Senior Saints Cruise
 “Our purpose is to LOVE CHRIST, LOVE OTHERS and SERVE”
OUR STAFF:
OPPORTUNITIES FOR WORSHIP: Allen Gonzalez Senior Minister STATISTICS FOR December
Bible Study 9:00 AM Mike Seay Worship Director ATTENDANCE Average
Coffee Break 10:00 AM Trish Rice Administrative Assistant AM Worship 65
Worship 10:30 AM
Sunday Evening Life Groups 5:00PM ELDERS: Rick Harvey, Don Meeks, Tim Thorson,
Wednesday Night Meal 6:00PM Steve Lawson GIVING Budget Need
Wednesday Bible Discussion Groups 6:30 PM DEACONS: Dona Cormier, Clayton Wilder, General Giving $15,207 $14,566
Mike Hancock, Jeremy Smith, Cindy Meeks, Missions $ 3,516 $3,069
Doreen Branam, Debi Smith, Trish Rice

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