upside living in a downside economy
   Auditorium  9:30 & 11am
   the Venue   9:30 & 11am
 
Everyday we hear gloomy forecasts about the economy. Unemployment rates are up and the stock markets are down. The word on the street is that we live in a pretty discouraging time. The Bible reminds us that even in the difficult seasons of life we can find joy and blessing despite what is happening around us. In the months of May and June we will take a look at how we discover upside living through Christ in a downside economy. This series will focus on real life issues and the positive forecast God has for your life.

attend the venue
Recently, to make sure we have enough seats for all of o our new visitors, we've added another service. The Venue at 9:30am will be running until Memorial Day weekend and we need you to attend. The Venue offers everything you would expect in a Community Church service in a more intimate, cafe-style setting. Come check it out at 9:30am in the chapel and help us make this new service a success.

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VBS GOES WEST!
June 22 - 26
8:45am - High Noon
 
It's time to round up and lasso wranglers and buckaroos - kindergarten through sixth grade to pre-register for VBS Goes West!! Y'all join the stampede, June 22-26 at the MPCC Ranch! Brandin' and Corral Time begins at 8:45am until High Noon!




Don't be left in the dust! Upcoming VBS Goes West dates fer y'all who are servin' at the MPCC Ranch:
 
 
Read More About VBS Goes West & KidZone Ministries >

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Senior Pastor Search
 
The Senior Pastor Search Committee has been hard at work behind the scenes preparing a Senior Pastor job description and an “Opportunity Profile” on the basis of the input we have gleaned from the Executive Staff, Elders and church leaders, and many members of the congregation, both through the survey and from personal conversations. It has been a time-consuming process, but we are confident that the time we have invested will enable us to put Community Church’s best foot forward.
 
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Congregational Survey Results
 
The Senior Pastor Search Committee has completed a summary of major findings in the Congregational Survey in which many of you participated back in March. The survey results confirm that Mt. Pleasant Community Church is a very special place indeed, as our consultant Russ Crabtree repeated several times during the course of our meeting.
 
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End of the Year Charity Drive at CMU
 
It is that time again! The time when CMU students prepare to go home for the summer. As in past years, a team of dedicated Hall Directors and Residence Life in collaboration with the CMU Dining Services have promoted a chance for students to help those in need while minimizing the number of useful items that might otherwise make their way into dumpsters all over campus.
 
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Compassion News for May
Note from Sue
 
The month of April was wonderful in so many ways. We saw the first signs of spring; the sun was much more prevalent, the first flowers popped their heads up out of the soil, the birds have returned to our feeders and Community Church stepped up to the challenge we put before them: to welcome 455 special guests into their home church with open arms for an Easter Celebration!
 
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Love INC - Isabella County Churches Unite
 
Love In the Name of Christ or Love INC brings Christian churches together, across denominational lines, to help the poor and those in need by meeting immediate needs such as food and clothing, to longer term responses through relational ministries such as life skills training and transitional housing.
 
Over the past 6 - 12 months, a dedicated group of Isabella County ministers and lay people, including representatives from Community Compassion Network have been prayerfully working to bring a Love INC to Isabella County. We are now incorporated and have a functioning board. We are excited, at this time, to invite you to hear from Carrie Sheffler, the director of Affiliates of Love INC, about the next steps we will take to develop our own LoveINC of Isabella County.
 
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Welcome Dessert
Thursday, May 14 @ 7pm
 
New to Community church? Maybe not so new but would like to get some behind the scenes info about Community Church? Join us the the Welcome Dessert on Thursday, May 14th at 7:00pm. You will get a chance to hear the full story of Community Church, meet a few staff members, and get a sneak peek into some of the exciting things that are going on there. We'd love to know that you are going to be there-we're providing chi ld care too-just let us know how many children to plan for.
 
Send an email to kim@mpcc.org to RSVP or you can also call the church office at 773-3641 to let us know that we'll see you there.
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Brought a Friend to Church Lately?
 
Have you brought a friend to church lately? You'll want them to know about the Welcome Center, located in Hospitality Center next to the Information Center and by the Venue in the Fellowship Hall.
 
The Welcome Center on Sunday mornings has always been a place for visitors to get a free gift and get information about Community Church. Now, in addition to the useful water bottle that first time visitors receive, anyone who needs and requests a Bible will receive one free of charge at the Welcome Center.
 
The Welcome Center is also a place where the pastors can b e available to chat with, answer some questions or introduce to your next door neighbor.
 
The Welcome Center is staffed regularly by volunteers. If you love to talk with new visitors and are interested in helping out once a month after one of the services, please email kim@mpcc.org. See you on Sunday!
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Mom's Night Out:  Flip-Flop Swap
Thursday, May 14 @6:30pm
 
Mom's Night Out Pedicures and Flip-Flop Swap Thursday May 14th from 6:30-8:30 in the chapel. This is our final Mom's Night Out of the semester and we will be pampering you with a time of self-pedicures! Please bring your own plastic foot soak tub and any materials you like for the pedicure: polish, exfoliators, clippers, lotions, etc. Also please bring with you a pair of inexpensive (not more than $5) but fun new sandals/flip-flops. At the end of the evening you will walk away with pampered feet and a new pair of sandals. Moms please plan on attending and enjoying some relaxation, pampering, and dessert! For more information please contact Heather Thomas 772-6480. ______________________________________________________________________

Small Group Leaders Recruitment
Summer 2009
 
Interested in becoming a Small Group Leader? You've seen how a small group has worked and think they're great... but you're not sure that you've got what it takes to be a leader yourself. God isn't looking for the most dynamic speaker or presenter in the world...what He's looking for is someone who has the heart to help others to find out more about Him. You may be that person.
 
Community Church's Small Group Leader Team is looking to find 10-20 small group leaders to train over the summer. We hope to have 10-20 new small groups ready to work together this fall. Want to find out more? Email kim@mpcc.org with your questions. You may be more ready than you think!
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Volunteer Appreciation
Sunday, May 31, 11:00-2:00 in the Youth Center
 
Without volunteers Community Church just wouldn’t be the same...
 
Small Group Leaders & Sunday morning Hospitality together are the best! Coffee Crew, Ushers, Greeters, Welcome Center, Information Center, Parking Team, and Crisis Response Team.
 
Small group leader and Sunday Morning Hospitality Volunteer Appreciation Day
Sunday, May 31, 11:00-2:00 in the Youth Center.
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Community Church Film Festival
Sponsored by Adult Ministries
 
See the "stars" at Community Church this spring and summer! Friday, May 8 at 7:00pm join us for a major motion picture shown in the chapel of Community Church . No ticket is required! Before the movie we'll take note of some themes to look for in the movie. Then sit back and enjoy! When the movie is over, join in a short discussion of the spiritual themes found in the film.
 
We'll have free popcorn...but feel free to bring in your own munchies (and your own comfy chair, if you like!). Bring your friends...bring your family...(parents, please note: childcare will not be provided for this event. The movie shown may be a PG-13 so please use your discretion when considering bringing children with you.) See you at the movies!
 
  May 22         Indiana Jones & the Last Crusade
  June 5            Bruce Almighty
  June 12              Superman Returns
  July 10       Batman Begins
  July 24       Lord of the Rings (1)
  August 7           Lord of the Rings (2)
  August 21   Lord of the Rings (3)
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Encore Celebration
 
The 60 Plus/Encore celebration for the month of May will be held at Maxfield’s Restaurant, 11228 N. Wyman Rd. and will feature Larry and Cora van Slambrook singing your favorite hymns and gospel music. Cora is Barb Tousley’s sister. Luncheon begins at 11:30 am. Your RSVP is very important. Please call the church at 773-3641. See you there! ______________________________________________________________________

Community News:
May Tour of Homes
 
Mt. Pleasant Women’s City Club Tour of Homes is Sunday, May 3, 1:00 - 4:00 pm. For tickets or more information call Lori LaPoe at 772-8992. All proceeds from ticket sales fund music scholarships for students in the Mt. Pleasant area.
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Celebrate!  God's Gifts at Community Church
Compiled by Marion Phelps
 
 
Join with these families in praying for their new babies as they raise them in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.