We pray your week is filled with the joy of the Lord and that you are able to experience his unconditional love for you!
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Check out these upcoming events at PWC this weekend!
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The Women of PWC will have a special meeting to introduce our next Bible Study of John tomorrow!!!
Join us for a special Saturday of prayer and reflection to prepare our hearts for our next series. Here are the details: Saturday, April 29 from 9:00 am t0 1:00 pm in Building 4:12. A light lunch will be provided. Women of our community, please evangelize and invite other women, your friends, or sisters to this special event.
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All members of our community are invited to an important presentation by the Chandler Police Department on how to deal with an “Active Shooter.”
The PWC Men’s Group will be hosting it in the church on Saturday, April 29 at 9:00 am in the church. There will also be a presentation on the new PWC Security Ministry.
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Sunday Morning Bible Study
with Fr. Dale
This Sunday, April 30; 8:45 am to 9:30 am
in Building 4:12
Resurrection Appearances of Jesus in the New Testament
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Join us for Worship
this Sunday at 10:00 am
It is important to remember when Jesus began his public ministry, he brought people together. Jesus realized being a follower of “The Way” would not be easy and we would need the physical and spiritual support of one another as part of a community. If you are in town, we look forward to seeing you in person on Sunday at 10:00 am. It is so vital we support one another in-person in our Christian faith and gather as a community for worship every Sunday.
The scripture reading for the Fourth Sunday of Easter, April 30 is John 10:1-10. Here is a synopsis of the reading: Jesus is the gate for his sheep. Please come to Sunday worship prepared to hear the Word of God proclaimed; we invite you to read the scripture passage before service. The music for this Sunday can be found on the top-right hand corner of our website.
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PWC Kids is this Sunday, April 30 beginning at 9:30 am in Building 4:12. This interactive bible study will focus on the Gospel reading that is proclaimed to the adults at worship. This is an incredible opportunity for children ages four through fifth grade to learn about Jesus. This is our last one for the school year.
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Anointing of the Sick: On Sunday, May 7 during the 10:00 am service we will be anointing those who are sick in our community. If you know of anyone who needs physical healing, please invite them.
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The Praise and Worship Center will be participating in Operation Christmas Child (The Shoebox Ministry) again in the fall of 2023. If you are interested in learning more about this incredible Christian outreach opportunity, please consider attending one of these events. We can attend as a group from PWC! Please RSVP to Cyndie Taylor for a head count: 480 205-4272.
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Thank you for your tithing and commitment to PWC! Your generosity allows us to minister to so many who come through our doors with their spiritual, emotional, and physical needs. From pastoral counseling to grief support, to Bible Study, to Adult Education, to providing food through Matthew’s Crossing for families who are economically struggling to PWC Kids and Marriage Enrichment and our funeral ministry; your consistent giving makes a difference, a big change in people’s lives!
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Here are the different ways you can tithe to PWC:
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• Mail in your gift to: Praise and Worship Center, 2551 N. Arizona Avenue, Chandler, AZ 85225.
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• Sign up for monthly giving with a credit card or voided check. Just call the office at 480-649-0300 or stop by the office.
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Lab 1 Training
with Fr. Mike Lessard
Lab 1 teaches 11 different active listening skills. It takes place in a lab format with lectures and the practice of listening skills in a group setting. Lab 1 Training is designed to explain why people drop out of the church and how to bring them back. Here is more information: LAB 1 active listening training will be held on Monday, May 1 and Thursday, May 4, Monday, May 8 and Thursday, May 11, on Monday, May 15 and Thursday, May 18 and on Monday May 22 and Thursday, May 25, Monday May 29 and Thursday, June 1 All classes are 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm in Building 4:12. All classes for this Lab 1 training are required for graduation. Cost is 50.00 for the student manual and 200.00 (per person) suggested donation to Pastoral Care Associates which is tax deductible. Registration can be made by contacting the church office, 480-649-0300. Those wanting to take the lab over or repeat a section or two can do so at no charge, but they must bring their student manual. Please RSVP as soon as possible. Space is limited.
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Life Line Screening is coming to PWC on Wednesday, May 10
Life Line Screening goes beyond the regular checkups to look inside your arteries for signs of plaque buildup. There are four screenings for $149.00: Carotid Artery Disease, Peripheral Arterial Disease, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm, and Atrial Fibrillation. Call 1-800-679-5191 to register or for more information.
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Recovery Café Future Events: Join Us
Call to register for a free class
offered by Recovery Café:
480-530-7090
2992 N. Alma School Road, Suite 3, Chandler
Relationships in Recovery
Saturday, April 29
12:30 pm-1:30 pm
Relationships in Recovery connects the dots between family of origin roles and rules, the concept of congruency, and relationship patterns. Attendees will learn ways to be more self-reflective around ineffective and painful relationship patterns and why/how to choose something different.
Meditation
Every Saturday
10:00 am-10:30 am
"I meditate so that my mind cannot complicate my life" - Sri Chinmoy. This quote rings true to what meditation can do to help uncomplicate your life. Meditation can also reduce stress and anxiety while bringing your focus to the present rather than constantly worrying about the past or what's going to happen in the future. Come join us and experience what meditation can do for you.
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A Reflection
by Henri Nouwen:
Trust You are Loved!
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The word faith is often understood as accepting something you can’t understand. People often say: “Such and such can’t be explained, you simply have to believe it.” However, when Jesus talks about faith, he means first to trust unreservedly that you are loved, so that you can abandon every false way of obtaining love. That’s why Jesus tells Nicodemus that, through faith in the descending love of God, we will be set free from anxiety and violence and will find eternal life. It’s a question here of trusting in God’s love. The Greek word for faith is pistis, which means, literally, “trust.” Whenever Jesus says to people he has healed: “Your faith has saved you,” he is saying that they have found new life because they have surrendered in complete trust to the love of God revealed in him.
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We look forward to seeing you this Sunday at 10:00 am!
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Love,
Fr. Dale and Pastor Mark
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