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Issue 102
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION CORNER
January, 2015
POWER BELONGS TO GOD !
There is a power struggle going on in the world today. It is not a war of flesh and
blood. It is the struggle of a very challenging counterfeit rebelling against God.
Satan is truly a challenging imitator. He has a powerful organization. His followers can do powerful acts. And yet, Jesus informs us that Satan is not the one to
fear: But I will forewarn you whom ye shall fear: Fear him, which after he hath
killed hath power to cast into hell; yea, I say unto you, Fear him.
(Luke 12:5)
ABUNDANT LIFE CHRIST
CENTERED MINISTRIES
God has greater power. Jesus said: . . . Greater is He (Jesus) that is in you than
he (Satan) that is in the world.
(I John 4:4)
But you know how Jesus came with great power and authority to destroy the evil
works of Satan and how Jesus delegated power over all the power of the enemy
to believers.
- Elder Candace Henry
Write It In Your Heart…
But ye, beloved, building up yourselves on your most holy faith,
praying in the Holy Ghost, Keep yourselves in the love of God,
looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life.
Jude 1:20-21
“The Year of God’s Goodness!”
Genesis 45:18, 27…..
Health and Wellness Ministry
Happy New Year Abundant Life CCM Family!
I am so excited about what the Lord has in store for us all in 2015.
God has allowed me the opportunity to work in the field of Medical Social Work since 1993.
I would not be in obedience to Him, if I continue to not share my information with other
Saints.
My goal is to provide helpful information on a monthly basis and to provide additional community resources on an as needed basis. There are many of us that work in the health care
setting on a daily basis. What an exciting way to keep other members in the loop on becoming
a healthier you. For the month of January, most individuals seek to set a positive goal of losing weight, exercising more, and eating healthier meals. Health and wellness has to be more
than just those three elements. We not only have to change what we eat, we have to change
our mindset.
Many of you know that I came to Abundant Life by way of Pastor Lofton (who prefers PJ
while exercising amongst his work out family). The accountability that Pastor Lofton, Elder
Garland, Monique Green, and I were able to establish, motivated us all to exercise on a daily
basis. The more we surround ourselves with like-minded individuals, the easier it will become
to transition into healthier habits.
Here are some things to consider before you begin your journey with Health and Wellness:
Consistency
Meal Planning
Setting realistic goals
Prayer
Discipline
Exercise Regime
Time Management
Physician and Nutritional Counseling
Many of us have been diagnosed with different health conditions, so be sure to speak with
your health care provider prior to starting any type of workout regime. You may also want to
see what your health insurance will offer for free within your current health care benefits.
So let’s get started and do this as a family. Once you begin seeing results in the mirror, it is
amazing how your attitude and overall wellbeing will begin to improve.
If you have any questions or need help getting started, I can be reach by email:
[email protected]
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Prayer Changes Things…………...
We exalt your name in all the
earth. You are holy and wise.
Grant us the wisdom and
strength to follow your specifics
for our lives.
As we grow through your Word
and Prayer each day, keep us
along the way.
We bless you and praise you now
because you are able.
The effectual fervent prayer of a
righteous man availeth much.
James 5:16b
Prayer Request:
Elder Lofton, Elder Garland,
Mother Lofton, Elder Stanley
Ready, Mother Morrison, Deanna
Gary-Holmes, Mother Gertrude
Clark
AMEN
BIRTHDAYS & ANNIVERSARIES
01/04—Brian Lofton
Reminders
*Check your calendar daily
01/06—DeAnna Gary-Holmes
01/13—Deontae Johnson, Fashionette Kennedy
01/15—Shani Senter
01/17—Sarah Washington
01/20—Alexis Anderson
01/21—Tianna Reese, BreAnn Lofton
01/22 Darius Berry (Burns)
01/24—Jordan Johnson
Tele
Tele--prayer Conference:
01/25—Nicole Tate
01/29—Ariane Reeder
Every Thursday @ 7 am & 7 pm
01/30—Elay Lewis
(712) 432
432--0385 Access Code:
155227
01/31—Glenn Brown
Minister
Cates
SHAREMarquis
THE WORD
OPPORTUNITIES
Nursing Home Visits,
Minister Ariane Reeder
ISSUE 102
Food for the Soul ! ! !
* Pray for
12 members
per day
.
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OUR VISION
We will STAND wholeheartedly on the DECISIONS of God; accepting His word as absolute truth. In so
doing, we will embody and become the righteousness of God by living in a place where we can hear, believe, and see the voice of God which will allow us to make a difference in the church, our community, our
neighborhoods, and the world.
ACCOMPLISHING THE VISION
We will ACHIEVE this through continual prayer and study of God’s word.
We will LIVE, WALK, TALK, AND DEMONSTRATE the embodiment of God’s love; transforming us into
the Kingdom of God.
As a ministry, we will SUBMIT and commit to righteousness, holiness, and sanctification unto our God.
We will be COMMITTED to making a difference in the church, our community, our neighborhoods, and
the world.
As God has placed order and structure in the earth, we will ADHERE to the order, structure and rules of
the house.
We will STAND wholeheartedly on the decisions of God; accepting His word as absolute truth.
NURSERY AND CHILDREN’S CORNER
WE LOVE OUR CHILDREN
Proverbs 22:6: Train up a child in the way he
should go: and when he is old, he will not depart
from it.
THINGS TO REMEMBER . . .
1st Sunday—Clergy Sunday
Usher/Greet—Sister Shellie Stokes
Welcome & Announcements—Elder Candy Henry
………………………………………
2nd Sunday—Men’s Sunday
On Sundays and Tuesdays the nursery will be open
to parents only. If your child is crying, needs to be
fed or changed, please feel free to use the nursery.
Usher/Greet—Minister Steve Reeder
Welcome/Announcements—Minister Tim Lofton
………………………………………
3rd Sunday—Women’s Sunday & Children’s Church
Remember the nursery is for
parents with small children.
Please make sure you check to
make sure you have not forgotten anything before you
leave.
The ushers are available to assist you, as well as our
visitors, to the nursery.
Usher/Greet—Minister Ariane Reeder
Welcome/Announcements—Minister Rachelle Payne
………………………………………..
4th Sunday—Love Sunday & T-Shirt Sunday
Usher/Greet—Sister Anastasia Young
Welcome/Announcements—Sister Yvonne Lloyd
………………………………………..
5th Sunday—Youth Sunday
Thank you, on behalf of Elder Joel C. Lofton and Staff,
for your cooperation.
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Usher/Greet—Youth Department
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ABUNDANT LIFE
CHRIST CENTERED
MINISTRIES REMNANT
REFORMED CHURCH,
INC.
201 W. Martindale Rd.
Union, Ohio 45322
937-832-3070
E-mail: [email protected]
Twitter: @abundantlifeccm
PO Box 28069
Dayton, Ohio 45428
Pastoral Affairs
You may text or leave a message for
Hernika Campbell at 937-470-6138
Elder Joel C. Lofton, Pastor & Founder
Elder Waymond H. Garland, Pastoral Assistant
It’s A Good Time to be at Abundant Life…….
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www.abundantlifeccm. org
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*POLICY: All monies are due
at the time of order for CD’s,
Videos, DVD’s, T-shirts, candles, and all other products.
*We are asking that all are cooperative with the usher’s as they
seat people from the front to the
back of the sanctuary.
*No one is to adjust the sound
system or air conditioning/heat.
Outreach
Youth
Children
Dance Ministry
Praise & Worship Team
Christian Education
Men of Valor
*No Cell phone use in the sanctuary.
Women of Love & Unity
*Please control the traffic
in and out of the sanctuary
while services are going forth.
Thank you for your cooperation!
New Members
Issue 102
Acts of Love
Telephone Prayer Line
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Leadership and Staff Directory
Name
(06/2013)
Title
Number
Elder Joel C. Lofton
Pastor & Founder
(937) 604-9040 [email protected]
Elder Waymond Garland
Pastoral Assistant
(937) 604-1660
SPIRITUAL INTERVENTION
Elder Arneta Kirksey
(937) 559-0213
Elder Candace Henry
(937) 836-6026
Intercessor Monique Petty
(937) 542-0738
ADMINISTRATION
Elder Candace Henry
Office Manager
(937) 221-9793 / 231-0734/[email protected]
Sister Hernika Campbell
Pastoral Affairs
(937) 470-6138 / [email protected]
Sister Andrea Wilkes
Pastoral Liaison/HOS
(937) 604-0245 / [email protected]
Brother Robert Alexander
Pastoral Administrator
(937) 361-3881 /[email protected]
MINISTRY LEADERS
Sister Shelli Berryhill
Finance & Financial Issues
(937) 581-0650
Brother Benjamin Lofton
Minister of Praise & Worship
(937) 554-5955
Hospitality
Youth Ministry (12-19)
Acts of Love
Dance Ministry
Minister Marquis Cates
Outreach Ministry
(937) 902-1089
Brother Tim Lofton &
Men Of Valor
(937) 750-5406 (Lofton)
Brother Steve Reeder
(937) 603-9709 (Reeder)
Elder Joel C. Lofton
Holy Matrimony
Elder Candace Henry
Christian Education
(937) 836-6026
Sister Yvonne Lloyd
New Life Ministry
(937) 838-7143
Sister Rachelle Payne
Women of Unity & Love
(937) 829-2085
Social Issues
Chidren Ministry (3-11)
Brian Lofton
Church Maintenance
430-4226 / [email protected]