Please join us for any or all of the following dates.

Saturday, February 4: 8:30-12:30

“Caregiving as Your Parents Age”:  Information on  Homecare, Lifelines, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Care, and Hospice. Potential Costs, and financial sources such as VA Assistance, Medicare, and Medicaid.
Presenter: Kelley Zynda-Upham, Outreach Coordinator Tiger Place and The Neighborhoods
Also legal concerns: Understanding Living Wills, Durable Power of Attorneys, Wills, & Probate. Presenter:  Brett Barton, attorney

Saturday, February 25: 8:30-12:30

“The Aging Brain and How It Affects Us”: Understanding the effects of Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease
Presenter: The Mid-Missouri Alzheimer’s Association

Saturday, March 10: 8:30-12:30

“What We Learned; What We Wished We’d Known” : An open discussion with those who have cared or are caring for aging parents; Also an occupational therapist shares tips on adjusting a home for the elderly and a hospice chaplain talks about addressing spiritual matters with parents.

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Christianity Explored is a seven-week class that meets on Sunday nights at Christian Fellowship Church. This class gives you time and space to consider the big questions of life and to explore the life of the person at the heart of the Christian faith – Jesus Christ.

What will a typical evening look like?

You’ll arrive at six and sit down for a casual meal with a small group of people around a table. You’ll watch a video and discuss some questions in a workbook. The night begins at 6:00pm and will end at 8:00pm. Free childcare is provided, but please let us know how many kids you will be bringing. There is no charge for the meal or workbook.

• You don’t need to know anything about the Bible.
• You won’t be asked to read aloud, pray, or sing.
• You can ask any question you want, or just listen.

Details:

Starting date: Sunday, February 12th

Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm

Location: 4600 Christian Fellowship Road

Register Now

Register by calling the church office at 445-8561 or email office@christianfellowship.com or complete the form below:
Sign Up for Christianity Explored

Help Cook and Serve

If you attend Christian Fellowship and would like to help with the meals we will serve at the Christianity Explored class, please complete the form below:
Volunteer to Serve at Christianity Explored

Questions?

Contact Debbie Koske at office@christianfellowship.com

Van Ministry

The van transportation ministry is expanding so there is opportunity for more drivers. We currently offer transportation to our 11:00 service, but would like to provide rides to our 9:00 service as well as to events and meetings that happen during the week.

Room At the Inn

We will participate in a community effort to house the homeless. The program is called Room at the Inn and is located in central Columbia, off Old Hwy 63. Many other churches will be participating and each has a role to play. CF is responsible for collecting food as well as organizing volunteers to spend the night on Tuesdays in February.

G.E.D. Tutoring

We plan to offer a G.E.D. tutoring to a small number of refugees. Volunteer tutors will meet with students once a week in a group setting. A curriculum, books, supplies, and training are provided.

Sign Up to Help

Click the following link and complete the form to sign up. Someone will be in touch with more details.
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Throughout church history, the season of Advent  has been observed during the 4 week period prior to Christmas. The Church all over the world celebrates the first coming of Christ and anticipates his second coming. The season is marked by prayer, worship, and scripture readings regarding Messianic prophecy and the gospel stories of his birth. Many churches use a wreath with candles to help remind them to pray.

Especially now in our modern experience of the holidays, it can be challenging to keep our hearts and minds focused on Jesus rather than the hectic pace of the season.

Observing  Advent can help. It’s about putting yourself in a position to watch and wait for Him. He’s promised to come. Keep your eyes open and your heart expectant and be ready for him to reveal Himself in surprising ways.

Here are some Advent opportunities to consider:

• Participate in Advent corporate prayer times on Wednesdays: November 30—December 21, at both 6:00am and 6:00pm in the church multipurpose room. You can print out your own Advent corporate prayer guide.

• Make it a priority to attend corporate meetings every Sunday during Advent.  We’ll explore a different Advent theme each week and light our corporate Advent wreath candles.

• Print out an Advent family prayer guide.  Plan a weekly family gathering, make your own advent wreath and use the prayer guide to lead a family devotion time.

May God be with you as you prepare for Christmas. May you be led forth with joy and praise. May He make His name great through your life and may you be a blessing to others during this season. He will bless you and use you as you seek Him.

Guiding Scripture:

Isaiah 42

¹Behold my servant, whom I uphold,
my chosen,in whom my soul delights;
I have put my Spirit upon him;
he will bring forth justice to the nations.
²He will not cry aloud or lift up his voice,
or make it heard in the street;
³a bruised reed he will not break,
and a faintly burning wick he will not quench;
he will faithfully bring forth justice.
⁴He will not grow faint or be discouraged
till he has established justice in the earth;
andthe coastlands wait for his law.

⁵Thus says God, the LORD,
who created the heavensand stretched them out,
who spread out the earth and what comes from it,
who gives breath to the people on it
and spirit to those who walk in it:
⁶“I am the LORD;  I have called you in righteousness;
I will take you by the hand and keep you;
I will give you as a covenant for the people,
a light for the nations,

⁷to open the eyes that are blind,
to bring out the prisoners from the dungeon,
from the prison those who sit in darkness.
⁸I am the LORD; that is my name;
my glory I give to no other,
nor my praise to carved idols.
⁹Behold, the former things have come to pass,
and new things I now declare;
before they spring forth
I tell you of them.”

Observing the season of Advent can help:
It’s about putting yourself in a position to watch and wait for Him.
He’s promised to come. Keep your eyes open and your heart expectant and be ready for him to reveal Himself in surprising ways.

Here are some opportunities to consider:

• Advent corporate prayer times on Wednesdays:November 30—December 21, from 6am-7am and 6pm-7pm in the church multipurpose room. This is a casual, low key time to prayer together with others and meditate on Scripture. There is no set agenda.
• Sunday services during advent will still be at 9:00 and 11:00 and will follow the usual basic format, but we’ll explore a different Advent theme each week, sing songs related to Christmas, and remind each other that this season is about our Savior! Make it a priority to attend each week.
• Family/personal devotion times at home are a great idea. Pick up a free set of Advent candles and family prayer guide at the Connection Center or Cafe after church on Sunday. Plan a weekly family gathering using the candles and prayer guide. Download a pdf of the prayer guide here.

As you intentionally seek Him during this season, He will meet with you and make the celebration of Christmas Day so much more significant.

Isaiah 42

¹Behold my servant, whom I uphold,
my chosen,in whom my soul delights;
I have put my Spirit upon him;
he will bring forth justice to the nations.
²He will not cry aloud or lift up his voice,
or make it heard in the street;
³a bruised reed he will not break,
and a faintly burning wick he will not quench;
he will faithfully bring forth justice.
⁴He will not grow faint or be discouraged
till he has established justice in the earth;
andthe coastlands wait for his law.

⁵Thus says God, the LORD,
who created the heavensand stretched them out,
who spread out the earth and what comes from it,
who gives breath to the people on it
and spirit to those who walk in it:
⁶“I am the LORD;  I have called you in righteousness;
I will take you by the hand and keep you;
I will give you as a covenant for the people,
a light for the nations,

⁷to open the eyes that are blind,
to bring out the prisoners from the dungeon,
from the prison those who sit in darkness.
⁸I am the LORD; that is my name;
my glory I give to no other,
nor my praise to carved idols.
⁹Behold, the former things have come to pass,
and new things I now declare;
before they spring forth
I tell you of them.”

Thanks for registering your children for the Laugh Your Way Marriage Seminar! Please let us know the names and the ages of the kids who will be coming.

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Our college group, cfLive, and our youth group, twelve30 are planning a trip to Joplin with the purpose of serving the city by helping with necessary repair and building projects. We’ll be partnering with a couple local churches in or around the city of Joplin, including, Grace Baptist, the Metro, and others. We will be doing whatever is needed to be the biggest help to the community as determined by the local churches with whom we’ll be working. This may include: preparing meals; sorting donations; speaking with local residents to see if they are being cared for and praying with them, etc.

Dates and Cost

The group will leave from the church parking lot at 5:00 on Friday, September 9 and return late on Saturday, September 10. We’ll be driving some church vehicles and some personal vehicles.

Everyone will be expected to pitch in $10 to a group gas fund. You will also want to bring money for meals and snacks. Lunch on Saturday is the only meal that will be provided. There will be no housing expense because we will be sleeping on the church floor.

What to Bring

Please bring your own sleeping bag, towel, and pillow as well as work gloves, work clothes, and sturdy shoes. A bottle or two of water might also be a good idea.

Sign up

1. All participants, regardless of age, need to open, print and sign a volunteer release form. Bring the signed form with you on September 9.

2. All participants who are under the age of 18, need to open, print, and have their parents sign this medical release form. Bring the signed form with you on September 9.

3. Complete and submit the following information:

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This fun event is being planned as an easy and informal way to invite someone to church! Bring friends and family for a time of food, fellowship, and an informal church service. There will be live music, good food, and great people.

When?

Sunday, September 4 from 5:00-8:00. Food will be served until 6:30.

What?

Burgers, hot dogs, buns, condiments, drinks, and paper goods are all provided for free! Just bring a side dish or dessert to share.

There is an off-leash dog area near by if you want to bring your puppy! Be sure to keep all pets on a leash when in the picnic area.

Where?

Twin Lakes Park is located off Chapel Hill Road between Fairview Road and Katy Lane.

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Description

Laughter isn’t only the best medicine, it can also be the best marriage counselor.  We know of its power to reduce stress in everyday life, but many couples have overlooked its usefulness in their most important relationship.

On September 23 and 24 at Christian Fellowship Church, married, single, and divorced couples will get a chance to laugh about – and make vital changes to – their relationships through Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage, a video seminar hosted by pastor, motivational speaker, musician and writer Mark Gungor.

On Friday night, we will view video sessions by Mark Gungor: The Tale of Two Brains, part one and part two. On Saturday morning, our seminar presenters will lead everyone through the completion of their personal flag page (a $15 value per person). The morning will wrap up with two final videos: The #1 Key to Incredible Sex, and How to Stay Married.

Practical Details

Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage takes place Friday, September 23, 7 to 10 pm, and Saturday, September 24, 9 to 12 pm.

Christian Fellowship is located at 4600 Christian Fellowship Road. directions

For more information, contact Elizabeth Ealey at eealey@christianfellowship.com.

Tickets

The cost of the seminar is $41.00 per couple or $21.00 per single.

You can register for the seminar and purchase tickets on the Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage website. They collect all payments for the seminar.

Childcare

A great children’s program will be offered during the event for a cost of $5 per child, $10 maximum per family.

Childcare fees will double in price after Sept. 20. No childcare registrations can be accepted after Sept. 22.

You can register and pay for childcare online  by following the link below. You can also register and pay for childcare after church services on Sundays. Just look for the Laugh You Way registration table in the multipurpose room or in the foyer.

Number of children

1 child $5.00 2 or more children $10.00

 

Floating on the Current

Come and join other men of CF for the cf Men’s Weekend Canoe Trip the first weekend in August. We will camp on Friday and leave early Saturday morning to canoe on the Current River. It will be a great time of getting out in nature and hanging out with other guys.

Key Details

• Dates: August 5th and 6th
• Cost is $25 (Make checks payable to Christian Fellowship Church or pay online)
• Meet at Christian Fellowship at 5:30 on Friday and bring camping gear
• Campground: Jason’s Place Campground in Salem, MO
• Outfitters: Akers Ferry Canoe Rental
• We will launch early Saturday morning from Akers Ferry and expect to be back to Akers around 2:00 pm

Register