Announcements May 5, 2019

PRAYER REQUESTS
Althea Matthews brother, Winston, passed away last week in Jamaica. The funeral will be May 18th. Please pray for the family.

Elizabeth Pixley was admitted to CMC-Main Monday for treatment related to her heart condition. Her physicians told her that she may need to be there for 2-3 days. Please pray for her "speedy recovery;" for her body to respond to medications for pain & fluid buildup; that she will feel rested & rejuvenated & can be discharged home soon.

Jennifer Fuller asks for prayers for her step mother, Susan. She broke her hip and is in rehab now. She was recently baptized so this is a challenge to her young faith. You can send cards of encouragement to Susan Avesian, 136 Wood Hollow Dr, Woodstock, GA 30188.

From Martin Peele - Thanks everyone for your prayers. During a pre surgery CT scan, the radiologist saw no pocket of fluid which was the original intent of the surgery. Therefore no surgery was necessary. God answers prayers!

BABY ANNOUNCEMENT
Benjamin Veirkant arrived Thursday, April 25th and he is "perfect"!!! Heidi, Greg and their now 3 boys are all doing well. Cards of encouragement may be send to Greg and Heidi at 29017 Windjammer Drive, Tega Cay, SC 29708.

CHILDREN'S MINISTRY ANNOUNCEMENT
It is time to sign up for the next teaching rotation for our wonderful Children's ministry! The next rotation is July - December and will consist of two teaching teams that teach every other month. Please contact Paula Chu at chuclan@bellsouth.net to sign up. Thank you for your willing hearts to serve!

FOR THE WOMEN
Feeling stuck and in need a break through in your life? Here's a brief video reminder you have been prayed for!

HOPE ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR 5-5-19
1. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! The HOPE Charlotte advisory board would like to extend our heart felt thanks to everyone for supporting the 2019 HOPE walk-a-thon. With your help, we've raised over $12,000. To God be the Glory!
2. Dr. Ruby K Payne Keynote Address on Sustainable Communities
Members of the Charlotte Church and friends are invited to hear a keynote address by Dr. Ruby K. Payne (co-author of Bridges Out of Poverty) on the topic of Creating Sustainable Communities - communities where all of its citizens can live well, on Tuesday May 7th from 5:30-6:30pm on the downtown campus of CPCC. If you would like to attend please contact mikedames@prodigy.net (704)724-2362.
3. Bridges out of Poverty Workshop - THERE IS ENOUGH!
Attend this powerful interactive workshop to become a partner in helping people in our community transition out of poverty. See how you can help our neighbors bridge the gaps between the resources they have and the resources they need.
- This is what you will learn: The causes of poverty. The hidden rules of economic class. How to identify and build resources that lead to self-sufficiency. How to help your city become sustainable (All citizens live well). How to communicate effectively about this initiative. Strategies we can all utilize to help this become our reality.
- Bridges Workshop Info: Date: Saturday, May 18th Time: 9:00a - 1:00p at the Charlotte Church 2200 Ashley Road, Charlotte, NC 28208.
- Audience: Members of the Charlotte Church and Friends
- To sign-up click on this link:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040E4DA8AB22A46-bridges1
- Questions? Contact: Mike Dames (704)724-2362 mikedames@prodigy.net

MBANUZUE BABY SHOWER
Baby Shower for Crystal and Uchenna Mbanuzue: On Saturday, May 11th there will be a baby shower honoring Crystal and Uchenna. Join us as we celebrate with them and get ready to welcome their twin boys. The event is Co-Ed; drop in between 12-3pm or stay the whole time. Location: The Facchino's Home, 157 Oakland St., Mt. Holly. The couple is registered at Target & Buy Buy Baby. Contact Leigh Facchino with any questions (704) 953-2868.

MIDDLE SCHOOL MINISTRY
Our Middle School Graduation Celebration is scheduled for all current 5th thru 8th graders and their families on Sat. June 1st, 11:30am to 2pm in the Charlotte Church Gymnasium. Details on how you can help with food will be sent to MS parents via the MS Shutterfly site.

TEEN VIDEO ANNOUNCEMENT
To celebrate our amazing high school seniors, Gabby Brown and Tonya Krider will be filming a short video that will be shown at the Senior Banquet. All seniors and parents are encouraged to participate. Everyone will have a role in the video. Please contact Gabby at 980-833-0398 or Tonya at 704-231-7301 for details.

The Parents Lounge during Teen and Middle School Midweek
We would like to encourage all parents of teens and middle schoolers to meet in the parents lounge during their midweeks. It is located in the sitting area on the left hand side behind the sanctuary by the restrooms. We hope to see you there.

TRANSLATION
Our church services can be translated in Spanish. Translation is in the balcony. Ask for Bernardo or Minerva Caceres to receive a headphone.

CONTRIBUTION UPDATE
ONLINE GIVING NOW AVAILABLE
Online giving is now available by visiting the church website at www.thecharlottechurch.org, and then clicking Give. Please note that while giving by credit card is an option, the fees the church pays are lower for bank account transfers (ACH). If you have questions or run into problems with the tool, please contact the church office at churchoffice@thecharlottechurch.org.
May 2019
Weekly Budget..................................$21,000
April 28....................................$15,055.07
Missions Contribution Collected for 2019 ...............$15,103.89

COMMON CONTACTS
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