“People Knowing God’s Call and Living it for His Glory” January 29, 2015 OUR OFFENDED MINDS REVEAL OUR HEARTS by Emmy Erquhart When somebody tells you that you’re wrong - you can argue. When God tells you that you're wrong - you can’t. As we are fed truth week-in and week-out, the Church Body is continually growing and maturing in Spirit. The more truth we hear and learn, the more we are held responsible for what we hear. Essential to our growth and maturity is our willingness to receive Godly correction from our Pastors, Ministers, Elders and at times brothers and sisters (Prov. 27:6). These are men and women Yahweh has ordained to lead the Body, and he uses them to speak truth to us in love. As we begin to walk into the new, and grow by the Spirit, there are things that we are now responsible for owning. When a leader in the Church comes up to us and says, gently and out of love, that they see something in you that needs attention (that is prohibiting you from moving forward or being effectively received) it hurts sometimes. Especially when you don't see it or agree. It’s human nature get offended or angry. But as a Kingdom people we are called to a higher standard. To lay down our swords, and Hear what Holy Spirit is saying in the moment. If people say you're wrong, you can argue. If God say’s you’re wrong, you nod your head and say “Yes Sir.” Romans 12:2 says “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is-- His good, pleasing and perfect will.” As Christians, we are all temples of the Holy Spirit, and house the discernment that He brings. We are able then, to take what we hear to Yahweh and listen to see if it sits right. “Hey God, this person said that I need to do this with love, or let go of this, or forgive so and so… I disagree, but what are You saying? Because whatever You say, is the best for me, and You see things down the road that I do not.” We can only walk as far as we are willing to be led. “God works out ALL things, for the Good of those that Love him, who have been called according to His purpose.” (Rom. 8:28) Thank you Yahweh for Grace and Love and Your infinite wisdom that knows what my mind can not comprehend. I trust you and I love you! January 29, 2015 Come Worship With Us: Christianity 101 Thursday @ 7pm: Cancelled for Thursday, January 29th. Pastor Jim will begin a new Sermon Series on the Holy Spirit on February 5th. Sunday Morning Worship Gatherings at 10am: Pastor Scott will continue with the sermon series on "The Culture of the Kingdom”. February 1st we will remember the Lord’s Supper Together. Pleasant Valley En Español: Sundays at 2pm (Worship Center) and Wednesdays at 7pm (Youth Room). These Worship Gatherings are completely in Spanish. Praise & Healing Gathering: 1st Sunday of the Month at 6pm. Pleasant Valley Youth Ministry: Thursdays at 6:30pm in the Youth Room. January 29, 2015 Spotlight from Gailyn: “The Deaf Ministry in Cumaná is very active in evangelism & discipleship. Those attending bring new deaf all the time. These new feaf are then visited and many come to know the Lord. Two deaf couples are being trained as leaders, who are then putting into practice what they learn by discipling & teaching others. Cumaná is just down the road from where I will be working (about 1 1/2 hours away). The deaf there have committed to help me with evangelistic outreaches & activities as we begin the new ministries in Puerto La Cruz & Lechería.” The new trimester of Life Groups begins February 1st and will run through the end of May. Be sure to pick up our new Life Group Catalog this Sunday in the Foyer and Get Connected. Use a Connection Card to let us know which Life Group you will be joining. January 29, 2015 CHILDCARE PROVIDED! Registration With Payment Due Sunday, February 8th (How to Register): In the Foyer following the Worship Gatherings on Sundays Through the “My Church” App by Elexio. Through the “Member Log-In” at www.pvcpp.org Stop by the Church Office Tuesday - Friday, 9am-3pm Saturday, February 7th 8am in the Fellowship Hall Guest Speaker: Carlos Rosario Cost: $5/person (payable at the door) January 29, 2015 Pleasant Valley 2015 Weekly Budget: $11,156 Actual Giving Last Week: $7,143 Year To Date = $10,265 Under Budget Use our secure log in for online giving: • www.pvcpp.org •Member Login •Click on the “Giving Tab” Contact Us: Scott Hull, Lead Pastor 860-446-1616 x13 [email protected] Jim Schneider, Founding Pastor 860-446-1616 x11 [email protected] Russ Hembel, Staff Pastor 860-446-1616 x12 [email protected] Eli Rosario, Spanish Pastor 860-446-1616 x17 [email protected] Pleasant Valley Community of Prayer & Praise 20 Grove Ave., Groton, CT 06340 PHONE: 860-446-1616 EMAIL: oﬃ[email protected] WEBSITE: www.pvcpp.org Robin Depot, Children’s Director / Facilities Manager 860-446-1616 x14 [email protected] Christine Tassone, Office Manager 860-446-1616 x10 [email protected]