Student Ministry

Lent/Easter

FAB (Fit, Active & Bendable) Exercise Class

Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:00 am. FREE and open to
everyone, all ages and fitness levels! You don't have to be
a member of Christ Church to join us!

HIGH SCHOOL
Bible Study
Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8:00 pm in the Barn.
Breakfast Club
Sundays, 10:00 am in the Barn.
Youth Group
Sundays, 6:00 - 8:30 pm in the Student Center.
Summer Trip
LeCrae, Francis Chan, Hillsong United, Matthew West
and 20+ more speakers and artists are calling for ONE
MILLION Christians to unite in Washington DC and
stand TOGETHER to ask Jesus to take back this
country and this generation! Will you be one in a
million with us in DC this July 15-17? Only 25 student
spots available! First-come first-serve. Get more info
and download forms at ccgf.org/HSinfo

Wednesday Lenten Series

Spiritual Warfare
March 9: Matthew Rivers
March 16: Rev. Dr. John Guest
Soup supper at 5:30 pm, Series at 6:30 pm

HS Contact: Pastor Doug Raraigh, 412-741-4900, ext. 159.

MIDDLE SCHOOL
Amped Sundays
Sundays, 10:00 am in the Student Center
Amped Wednesdays
Wednesdays, 6:30 pm in the Student Center.
More info at www.ccgf.org/msm
Amped Summer Camp
August 1-5. Registration is open at www.ccgf.org/
summer-camp. Registrations due by March 23!

Upcoming Holy Week Services

Maundy Thursday, March 24: Communion service in the
Sanctuary at 7:00 pm featuring a living production of
DaVincis The Last Supper.
Good Friday, March 25: The Seven Last Words of Christ,
12 Noon - 3:00 pm, Sanctuary.

Contact: Pastor Robby, 412-741-4900, ext. 146.

Easter, March 27: Celebration Services, 9:00 & 11:15 am,

Sanctuary. Joyful celebrations of the Risen Savior!

18//22 College-Age

Palm Cross Making

The Edge: Mondays at 7:00 pm in the Student Center.

Fellowship, discussion, teaching, speakers, Bible study
and fun. Contact: Brenda, 412-741-4900, ext. 111.

Young Adults
(20s & 30s)
Revive Monthly Gathering: Tuesday, April 5.
Purpose with Jamie Kendrew
Sunday School Class: 10:00 am in Classroom 102.

Join us Thursday, March 17 at 9:30 am in Room 101 to

make palm crosses for our Palm Sunday services. Bring a
snack to share! Contact: Susan Aleshire,
412-741-4900, ext. 127 or saleshire@ccgf.org

Easter Dedications
Honor or memorialize a loved one with a dedication in our
Easter Service Sheet. Submit your request online at
www.ccgf.org/dedications or complete the form at the
Welcome Center. Requests for a dedication must be
received no later than Monday, March 14.

Kids Ministry

Womens Ministry
Women's Ministry Retreat
April 15 & 16, 2016, Oglebay Resort & Conference Center
Speaker: Melissa Pearce from Enduring Hope Ministries.
For more information or to register, visit www.ccgf.org/
womens-retreat. Registrations due by March 23!

MOPS/MomsNext

Sunday Mornings
8:45 am

Combined Sunday School for K-5.

Childcare for infant - preschool.
10:00 am The Barnyard, large group activity for K - 5.
Childcare for infant - preschool
11:15 am Small Group Sunday School for K-5.
Childcare for infant - preschool.
AWANA: Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8:00 pm in the Kids
Ministry Center. AWANA is a fun-filled, action packed,
and Bible based program for kids ages 3 - 5th grade.
Register at www.ccgf.org/awana.

Meeting dates: March 10 & 24

9:30 - 11:30 am in Fellowship Hall.
Moms@Nite: Wednesdays, 6:30-8:00 pm

Summer Day Camp: Mark your calendars for the week

of June 20-24! More info to come!

Kids Clothes and More Sale

Friday, March 11: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Saturday, March 12: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (50% off red tags)
We are collecting donations of gently used clothing,
shoes, equipment and toys. Sizes infant to 18. No
stuffed animals or recalled items. Donations can be
dropped off in Classroom 102 the week of March 6.
Contact: Michelle Haines, 724-396-4909
MOPS Info: www.ccgf.org/mops

Contact: Sarah Capello, 412-741-4900, ext. 113.

Primetimers (55+)
Thursday, April 7, 12:00 Noon, Fellowship Hall
Featuring Pittsburgh History & Landmarks
On the menu: Baked Pasta, Salad, Cookies
Contact: Chuck Gerdes, 724-776-1146.

Small Groups
Its a great time of year to try a Small Group! We have
many groups meeting in many different areas. To find
out more or get directions and times, contact Pastor
Bob Mason at 412-741-4900, ext. 122, or
bmason@ccgf.org.

Calling All Singers!

P.A.G.E.S.
P.A.G.E.S.: (Performing Arts Group for Elementary Students)
For children Kindergarten through 6th grade. Kids Choir
rehearsals are Sundays, 12:30 pm in the Rally Room.
Lunch provided. Contact: Mickey Knaub, 412-741-4900,
ext. 158.

Missions News
Dominican Republic Trip
September 17-24
Apply online at CCGF.org/missions or contact
Kathy Klein at missions@ccgf.org.

Man Up
Urban Impact is teaming up with Coach Mike Tomlin
to host the Man Up Pittsburgh Conference on June 4.
Man Up is designed to build up men as godly leaders
in their homes. Join over a thousand men for worship,
fellowship, coaching, breakout sessions, and great
food! Early bird registration ($35 per person) is
currently underway at www.manuppittsburgh.org.
Contact: UIF, 412-321-3811

Come tryout and be part of the Christ Church choir! We

are seeking singers to join in on Good Friday, Easter
and future Sunday services. If interested, contact Linda
at lsantavicca@ccgf.org.

Volunteer
Prayer Team
Our prayer team prays with those in need following the
services on Sunday morning. We are in need of team
members following the 8:45 am service and the 11:15
am service. Minimal time commitment with great
reward! Contact: Louise Pickett at 412-327-6536.

Welcome Center
Volunteers needed one Sunday a month after the
11:15 am service. Contact: Nancy Kramer,
412-741-4900, ext. 156.

Volunteer Receptionists
Our office is seeking volunteer receptionists to answer
the phone at our new reception desk located downstairs
in the Library. Time commitment is one half day per
week. A cheerful voice is the only requirement.
Contact: Liz, at 412-741-4900, ext. 120.

Lakeside Caf Help Needed

Looking for a place to serve? How about one Sunday a
month at the Caf! Three shifts to choose from. The caf
is run by volunteers and we wouldnt be able to offer it
every Sunday morning without help!
Contact: Cece Poister at cecepoister@yahoo.com.

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,
March 18. Contact: Elizabeth Van Heest,
vanheest@consolidated.net.

Stay Connected
Join our Facebook page for updates, events,
photos and more. Just search Christ Church at
Grove Farm - CCGF.
Listen to sermons or find info on all upcoming
events at www.ccgf.org
Get the Weekly Email Update! Sign up by
sending Liz an email at lrankin@ccgf.org.
Christ Church has a mobile app available on
itunes or the Play Store. Its free!

Sentinels of Freedom

First-Time Visitors

SOF assists severely wounded, post-9/11 Veterans in their

efforts to become productive and self-sufficient members
of their communities as they transition back into civilian
life. Join us Monday, March 14, at 7:00 pm in the Cry
Room for our monthly meeting.
Contact: Doug & Bea Miller, beadug@aol.com.

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.

Softball
Join one of our 2016 CCGF and Urban Impact Softball
Teams! We are fielding two (or more!) competitive teams
again this year! The cost is $40. Register online at
www.ccgf.org/softball. For questions/information,
contact Nikki Fetzick at ccgfsoftball@outlook.com or
412-952-9402.

Upcoming Classes
4/17/2016 Membership Class, 12:30 pm, Barn
An introduction to the Christ Church family of believers.
5/15/2016 Maturity Class, 12:30 pm, Barn
The Four Basic Habits every Christian needs to develop
in order to grow to spiritual maturity.
Lunch provided. To register for a class, or for more
information on each class, visit www.ccgf.org/class.

Monthly Prayer
Join us on the first Saturday of every month at 9:00 am in
the Chapel as we pray for our marriages, families and our
church. Next meeting will be April 2.

Gluten-Free Elements
Christ Church will now be offering gluten-free elements
for Communion beginning on March 6. These elements
will be available at the alcohol-free stations. More info:
ccgf.org/services

Knit Wits
Do you love to knit? Wed love to have you join us!
Fun, food, fellowship and frolic! Tuesdays from
12:00 - 2:00 pm in the Farmhouse. Questions?
Contact: Char Hamilton at 412-741-3441.

March 2016

Weekly Bible Studies

(www.ccgf.org/bible-studies)
Monday Nights - Community Bible Study (CBS)
A Study on the Book of Matthew. Monday evenings,
7:00 - 8:30 pm at Christ Church (September through May)
Men, Women, Teens and Children.

A monthly publication of Christ Church at Grove Farm

Wednesday Mornings - Bible Study Fellowship (BSF)

For women. Wednesdays, 9:25 - 11:15 am in the
Sanctuary, Book of Revelation.
Thursday Nights (Every Other)
Womens Bible Study. The Armor of God, by Priscilla Shirer
7:00 - 9:00 pm in Fellowship Hall. Child Care: $5.00 per
child/per family. Contact Glenny Carr at 412-367-3359.
Friday Morning Womens Bible Study
9:15 - 11:15 am in Fellowship Hall. Jonah, Navigating a Life
Interrupted by Priscilla Shirer. Workbooks available in Food
for Thought bookstore.
Mens Bible Study
Thursdays 7:00 PM in Classroom 101. The Life of King
David. All are welcome.
Brave Men of Friday Mornings
With Bruce Bickel. Fridays 6:30 AM in the Barn.

GriefShare
Thursday evenings at 7:00 pm in the Farmhouse Great
Room. Help and healing for those grieving a loss in their
life. Contact: Bonnie Bender, 412-525-1403 or visit
www.ccgf.org/griefshare.

Dont forget to turn your

clocks ahead before you go
to sleep on March 12!

Divorcecare
Monday evenings at 7:00 pm in the Farmhouse for those
suffering through a divorce or separation.
Contact: Susan Dwyer, 724-242-0939.
www.ccgf.org/divorcecare.

Christ Church at Grove Farm

249 Duff Road Sewickley PA 15143
412-741-4900

www.ccgf.org