Helping people
WEEKEND
find and follow Christ.
FRONT AND CENTER
Thank you for choosing a seat to the front and center of the Auditorium when we come together to worship as a community. This helps your mind and heart remain engaged as others discreetly find open seating in the back once the service has begun.
Wherever you are on your spiritual journey, we are excited to walk together with you. If you’re new, we’d like to give you a free gift, (no strings attached), just stop by a host station.
JOIN IN
FREE!
StartUp Students. Registration at ChristJourney.org/StartUpStudents.
Please help yourself to coffee available in the courtyard.
JUNIOR & SENIOR SKI TRIP Jan 24-25 • Friday 7:30p, Saturday 8:30a Theater, Coral Gables Campus Theologian & author, Dr. Norman Geisler will be with us for a workshop on Christian Apologetics using materials from his book, I Don’t Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist. We are thrilled to have a scholar of such caliber serving the leaders of ministries & groups in our church, and wanted to share this training opportunity with you as a significant ministry leader in our world class city. Please consider this your invitation to join us for this great training event & mark your calendar now. The cost is $39, including the book. RSVP at 305448-4428 x223.
WOMEN: TITUS 2 DISCIPLESHIP (T2D) Jan 13 • 7p • The Commons Coral Gables Campus Are you a woman in leadership? If so, who’s pouring into you & are you taking the time to invest into others? Scripture calls us to pass the torch and equip the next generation of leaders. Join us as author, Susan Hunt, challenges us with the principles found in Titus 2. Registration & info at ChristJourney.org/ Events.
CIRCLE OF FRIENDS
Monday & Tuesday • Starting Jan 27 & 28 The Commons, Coral Gables Campus Circle of Friends is a weekly gathering where women grow in their relationship with God while enjoying the company of other ladies through Bible study, prayer & relevant discussion. Registration & info at Groups@ChristJourney.org.
DRIVE: SINGLES (20’ - 40’S)
Tuesday • Jan 14, 21 & 28 • The Commons, Coral Gables Campus Single Adults, join us as we launch our second 3-week series entitled, “TRAPS: Don’t Get Caught.” We will be focusing on three relevant traps and how to avoid getting caught in them. Expect a relevant message, light dinner & an opportunity to build community. Information at ChristJourney.org/Drive.
NEW APP FOR PARENTS & KIDS
The Parent Cue App offers resources for those every day moments that happen away from home. Its content lines up with the curriculum used in Discovery Land, Highway & FamJamz. This App allows parents to continue the conversation all week long. More info on our Family Blog at ChristJourney.org/ Families.
NEW STUDENT MINISTRY SERIES: “WHAT YOUR SCIENCE TEACHER WON’T TELL YOU” Sundays • Jan 5, 12, & 19 Shift & Velocity We invite all middle and high school students to invite their skeptical friends to Shift & Velocity this month. We will explore the relationship between faith & science as it pertains to topics like the Big Bang, Evolution, & Science. Email Students@ChristJourney.org for information.
STARTUP STUDENTS
Sunday • Jan 26 • Baptism/New Believer Orientation We invite all middle & high school students who want to be baptized, or are new to the faith & want to learn more about who we are & what we believe, to come out to
Download the YouVersion App on any smartphone to access message notes & scripture during worship. Bible.com/App
FAMILIES
We have great opportunities available for children, babies through middle school. Please ask a host in the lobby for more information.
NEW CHRISTIAN’S CLASS (K-5TH GRADE)
Elementary parents, if your K-5th grader has crossed the line of faith & has shown an interest in baptism, register them to attend. RSVP & information: AddisT@ChristJourney. org or 305-448-4425 x269.
MESSAGE SERIES
SERVE CREATIVE ARTISTS
We strongly believe in the power of the arts & their relevance as a communication tool in today’s society. As artists who follow Christ, we are called to use artistry to accurately & effectively represent truth. If you are an artist, contact Worship@ ChristJourney.org for your next step.
VOCALISTS
Wednesdays • 7-8:30p Christ Journey is expanding & now is the time to get connected! Choir positions are open & soloist/team/ worship leader positions are available through interview & audition. We’re also looking for experienced vocal coaches & rehearsal directors. Contact Worship@ChristJourney.org for info.
I’M ALL EARS
Calling all audio engineers! If you have experience mixing audio in a studio or live setting, or you simply have a good ear for music, we would love to meet you! Opportunities available at all Christ Journey campuses – physical & online. Contact Worship@ ChristJourney.org for info.
True North – Direction Determines Destination (cut this out and use it to invite a friend)
CHRISTIAN APOLOGETICS WORKSHOP
YOUVERSION LIVE
Friday-Monday • Feb 14-17 Sugar Mountain, NC All 11th & 12th graders are invited for a one of a kind experience. Hungering for adventure? Interested in being equipped for college & adulthood? Don’t miss this incredible trip! Details & registration at ChristJourney.org/ StudentSkiTrip. Registration closes Jan 19.
“If you don’t know where you’re going, any road’ll take you there.” So the Cheshire Cat infers to Alice in Wonderland. It’s a timely question as the New Year begins, “When I get where I’m going, where will I be?” Our first series of 2014 takes it on from Jesus’ perspective in the inaugural address of His kingdom ministry (Luke 4:18-19). Life-changing topics include: Life Purpose, Financial Freedom, Relational Healing, and Spiritual Fullness. Set your sights now on an even brighter future and don’t miss a single message!
TECHIES
You know who you are. If you have an interest in media or lighting production, or if you simply love to figure out the latest technology, we need to meet you! Experience is a plus, but not required. We will teach you everything you need to know. Contact Worship@ChristJourney.org.
WHAT’S IN YOUR HAND?
Is it a hammer, a drill, a saw, a paintbrush? Sounds like you need to be on the stage design team! We craft & build mainly on weekdays & on Sunday afternoons, but other opportunities are also available. Contact Worship@ChristJourney.org for info.
INSTRUMENTALISTS
Interested in playing your instrument in one of our weekly experiences? Contact Worship@ChristJourney.org today!
RESOURCES
PRAYER
MESSAGES AVAILABLE
PRAYER MINISTRY
If you’d like to listen to today’s message again or share it with someone... Church Online: ChristJourney.tv Website: ChristJourney.org/Watch Search podcasts: iTunes Available on CD: purchase at the Host Station. Complete teaching series are also available on CD.
FOOD PANTRY
Our food pantry is open Mondays 9a-Noon for our community. We are also an “Access” site to facilitate applications to critical programs that may need help beyond food. More info at Missions@ChristJourney.org.
JOBS
Currently, there are open positions at Christ Journey Church. More info at ChristJourney.org/Jobs.
If you feel called to pray or have a need, join us to receive hope, encouragement, healing & anything God sends our way! Contact Lourdes: suarezpa@aol.com
PRAYER REQUESTS
Send your us your prayer requests at ChristJourney.org/Prayer and our prayer team will pray for you.
GIVE
You can give in church, from your phone or online at ChristJourney.org/Give Download the Secure Give App to give from your smart phone. Download “Secure Give” from your phone’s App Store, select Christ Journey Church and set it as your home organization, then select Make a Donation and follow the prompts.
FIRSTSERVE The bookends of your life are too short to live for yourself only. Your life, as big as you think it is, is too small to live for yourself only. Make the wise choice and live for Jesus. Doing so will inconvenience you and that inconvenience could mean taking time to serve at Christ Journey. You will never be more like Christ than when you serve others. When you do, you will meet new friends, store up treasures in Heaven and discover one of your life’s purpose.
JANUARY at Christ Journey
Country Walk
Worship Times & Location Sundays at 10a & 11:30a Traducción al Español en los dos servicios.
Children: we have several opportunities for your children to enjoy on Sundays. Discovery Land (Birth-Pre-K): 10a & 11:30a Highway (K-5th grade): 10a & 11:30a Shift (Middle School): 11:30a
Sunday Location Jack D. Gordon Elementary School 14600 Country Walk Drive Church Office 14425 Country Walk Drive Miami, FL 33186 305-448-4425 ChristJourney.org
@ChristJourneyCW
ChristJourneyCW
JOY
There’s
in the Journey
Have you noticed? JOurneY ;0) If you’re wondering what Christ Journey is about or what we have to share with others, think of this: Jesus’ desire that His joy be in us and our joy be full (John 15:11)! He came that we might “have life and have it to the full” (John 10:10)! When we’re running on empty, following Him leads to fullness! To that end, we launch a new calendar year with JOY for your journey. Connect now in group for the joy of community. Step up and serve in meaningful contribution. Be blessed by every January message as we seek God’s favor on your life mission, resources and relationships. Oh, and don’t miss the big party! Sunday afternoon, January 26 at Tropical Park. Look for details in this issue. His and Yours, for an “Even Greater” year,
Senior Pastor
Serving at Christ Journey, “It’s who we are, it’s what we do.” Start this January, by doing your part and committing to the work that God is doing in and through Christ Journey Church. ChristJourney.org/Serve.
Come to the
PARTY! Where: Tropical Park off Bird Road and the Palmetto. Follow the signs to “Christ Journey Party.” What: Food, Fun, Fellowship, Festivities, Friendly sports competition – (softball, volleyball, kickball, dodgeball and fun activities for the kids!) Who: You and all your family & friends are welcome! What to bring: lawn chairs and a side dish. We will provide meat and drinks, but we’re asking everyone to bring a side dish enough for themselves and others to enjoy. Join us for this great time of celebration as we thank God for the ministry and leadership that has brought us this far for “Even Greater Things”! RSVP to JackieA@ChristJourney.org by Wednesday, January 22.
JOIN A
EXTENDING
THANKS!
We extend our thanks and best wishes to the following employees for their milestone anniversaries with Christ Journey. May you enjoy the fruits of your labors for years to come! Melanie Spanier 33 years David Wideman 30 years Bill White 20 years Celebrating 15 years: Angela Spivak–Lopez Derrick Levell Maray Alba Sr. Celebrating 5 years: Addis Torres Abelardo Perez Vannia Enriquez Carmen Burgos Jose Diez Che Scott
GROUP! Don’t do life alone, join a Group and do life in community! Groups are designed to help you provide a place to belong and a path for spiritual growth. We offer different kinds of Groups that meet at a variety of times and locations throughout Miami, because we believe life is better connected! For a list of Groups visit ChristJourney.org/Groups. RY
JANUA