Many things are going on today to finish preparing for the kids to arrive.  Please pray that things will be done by 1pm today.  We are told that things are on schedule but there is still a lot to be done.  We can praise God for all he is doing in getting this ready.  We have heard testimony after testimony from food prep to the technicians who are getting the sound and lights ready that things are going along smoothly.  We are praying that Satan will not be permitted to be around, please pray continually for this because there are so many opportunities for him to destroy the things being done for these kids.  However, we are also trusting that even in this, we know God is in control and no matter what happens He has already got things prepared for those who are keeping their eyes on Him.

Please pray for His grace for patience and unity as the workers are getting down to the wire and bodies are getting tired.  Pray that the Spirit that is filling this place will be allowed to continue to fill this place and that as the kids arrive they will begin to feel a difference even before they hear a speaker.  Many are coming who have not met Jesus, help those who know Jesus whether young or older introduce them to Him by their actions, speech and caring.

My expectations are that God CAN and WILL work in a powerful way with these young people if the praying people continue to lift this conference before Him.

By the way, there are many missionaries (internation workers) who are here and the plans are to make it available for the youth to interact with them while they are here.

I hope you can feel the excitement that is building and we can pray that it will continue with the kids for years to come.

Thank you so much for being an extension to our prayer team!!!
Ellen

Update – The pictures are here!

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CROSSROADS ministry offers internationals in the Capital District the chance to learn more about American language, culture and friendships. As you stand at a new crossroads in your life, we are here to serve you. Primarily, CROSSROADS offers Conversational English classes in different venues. All English classes are taught by caring volunteer teachers from the community. The school year is divided into two terms: Fall and Winter/Spring. Class sizes are usually small, most having fewer than 10 students. Maximum class size is 15 students.

Our students come from all over the globe. Some are international students and scholars or family members, others are immigrants and refugees. Everyone is welcome.

Other Events

Through out the school year, CROSSROADS offers social events for our students and their families, like apple pie baking, game nights, Christmas cookie decorating, picnics and more.  We also pair interested students with American Friendship Partners so they can celebrate traditional American holidays and hobbies. We want to give our students the chance to fully participate in American culture, and make new friends from the USA and all over the globe.

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You may be surprised to know that God is interested in your money, but not how to get it out from your wallet! There are hundreds of verses in the Bible that talk about wise choices with money, and it’s worthwhile to see what God might say on how to handle our finances.  There is a better way!!!  Would you like to experience financial peace? Sign up today for Financial Peace University (FPU), a 13 week course beginning Wednesday January 13. You’ll be glad you did!!!

Cost: $93 per person (we’ll help with shipping your member’s kit.)
How To Register:  Come to one of the “Preview Nite”s on Wednesday January 6 at 7:00 pm or Sunday January 10 at 6:00 pm.

Let us know you are coming and fill out the form below:

The reason is that the closer we are to someone, the more feelings we want to express.  And it’s hard to express a number of feelings with one or two gifts.

What makes a great gift?  Is it the cost?  Does the thought really count?  Where does God fit into all this gift giving?

Join us Sundays at 10:30 this Christmas Season (Nov. 29 – Dec 27) to learn how to give good gifts to others.

The elders of PCC have been praying and dreaming about the part that God would have us play in reaching the Capital District.  We’ve got some ideas and we’d love to hear yours!

Post your ideas in the comments section below (you must be a registered user to post).  As you do, please follow this Idea Guideline (click to download).  It will help you pray, prepare and present your idea.

God has a part for us to play.  Let’s come together and dream big about the future that He has for our church family and for the Capital District!

Many of our ministries which have been on a summer break are back in full swing, including Crossroads (formerly known as ESL), Ignite Ministries (our youth program) and our new Kids Church featuring the fantastic curriculum “All Stars For Jesus”.  There’s something for the whole family on Sunday morning.

Engaging music and worship along with passionate prayer and preaching will help you to encounter the God of the universe who loves you more than anything!

To top it off, there will be a church wide picnic following the service.  Come and enjoy the fun and games and meet some new people.  You will be glad you did!

Our youth missions team has arrived in Matamoros Mexico and you can see what they will be doing. Adventures in Missions has a blog site that shares stories and updates. Click here to see how God is at work.

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We’ve got some great pictures of the week, as well as a report given during a recent worship service. You’ll find the audio report below the pictures.

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