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Tates Creek

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February 2014

. . . to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of
Christ and to know this love that surpasses knowledge - that you
may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.”
(Ephesians 3:18-19)
Contents

Contact
Tates Creek Christian
3150 Tates Creek Road
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 266-1621
office@tatescreek.org

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Feature Article
	
10-11	 Women’s Prayer Breakfast
	 12	 God’s Love	

www.tatescreek.org
In Every Issue
facebook.com/tatescreekcc 	 3-7	
Minister Articles

Worship

Sunday
Traditional - 8:40 am
Blended - 11:10 am
The Vine - 11:10 am
Sunday School - 10 am
Evening - 6:30 pm
Wednesday
Oasis Meal - 5:45 pm
Oasis Classes - 6:45 pm

Staff

Tommy Simpson
Nic Skinner
Kim Beckwith
Don Seevers
Mike Allen
Brad Haggard
Matt Lee
Lesley Tipton
David Eversole
Billy Bishop

	8	“The Story” Reading Schedule
	 9	 Elder/Deacon Serving Schedule
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	 4-17	 Minister Articles
	 18	 December Statistics
	 19	 New Members
	20	 Calendar

Ministry News	
	 13	 Make a Difference Awards
	 13	 Concert Series
Events
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Office Staff
Kim Jones
Jenni Gregg
Rhoda Rolfes
Vicki Wesley

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Mission

Tates Creek Christian Church exists to win
people to Christ (evangelism), build up believers
in faith, knowledge, and service (encouragement),
to help those in need (benevolence), and to stand up
for Christian values in the community (witness).

Tates Creek Christian Church 3150 Tates Creek Road
Tidbits from Tommy
As we move through The Story this year, I want to remind all
of us that the book, The Story, is NOT the Bible. The book, The
Story, is a compilation of Scriptures from the New International
Version. As I preach through The Story, I will be using the Bible.
Please continue bringing your Bibles to church. I love the sounds
of the pages turning in your Bibles when we turn to certain texts of Scripture
~ it is such beautiful music to my ears. The Story takes the message of the
Bible and puts it in story form. But we must remember that the this book is
not the Bible. However, I encourage us to read this book; it really helps us to
better comprehend the story of the Bible.
Speaking of More to The Story, someone asked me a question as to the
beginning of the various languages and nations. The answer to this question
is found in Genesis 11. After the flood, the whole earth used the same
language and the same words. The people migrated to a place called, Shinar.
They wanted to keep from being scattered all over the earth;
so, they decided to build a tower that would reach to heaven.
However, this desire, to keep from being scattered all over the
earth, was in direct opposition to the will of God. After the
flood, God commanded Noah and his sons to multiply and
fill the earth ~ Genesis 9:1. When the Lord came down to
look at the tower, He decided to confuse their language so that they may not
understand each other. When the Lord did that, the people spread over the
face of the whole earth. Incidentally, the name of the tower is Babel because
the Lord confused their language. Now we know the rest of that particular
story.
We learn so many things from the Bible, and we learn something new every
time we read it. Even though we are reading through The Story, I want to
encourage us to read through our Bibles.
I know that I have not talked about the subject of parking in our parking
lot on Sunday mornings for a long time. However, this past Sunday during
the Sunday school hour I noticed that the one particular car circled the
building at least three times. Please help us to alleviate the crowded parking
lot at church by parking off campus at the corner of Montavesta and Dove
Run. We have a great shuttle that provides transportation from that parking
lot to the front door of the church and then back following the services.

	
Six weeks until Spring 	
~Tommy
					tommy@tatescreek.org

Lexington, KY 40502 www.tatescreek.org

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Discipleship Ministry News

Nic Skinner

“How to Lead a Great Bible Study”
We continue in our series of articles from Discipleship
Journal on leading an effective Bible study. This month’s
article is the conclusion of last month’s and focuses on the
use of illustrations and group dynamics. Next month, we’ll focus on
setting goals for your Bible study group. Enjoy! 		
“Before You Lead” by Becky Brodin (Continued)
Illustrations
Small-group settings allow for a variety of teaching
approaches. I use illustrations to clarify and
communicate ideas.
Jesus used illustrations freely. Watching events
around Him supplied Him with an abundance of
material for teaching life principles to His followers.
Mark 12:41-44 records Jesus stationing Himself to watch people
contribute to the treasury. When the poor widow dropped her
two copper coins into the slot, her example became an on-the-spot
illustration for the disciples to learn the spirit behind giving. I strive to
be observant in everyday situations and apply those situations to our
study.
Group Dynamics
I use group dynamics so that the whole group will participate. I
define a group dynamic as any activity that personally involves all
the group members. I’m convinced that the use of group dynamics
increases understanding, retention, involvement, and enjoyment in the
Bible study. A question/answer discussion is a highly structured group
dynamic. Other dynamics include role plays, debates, and skits.
	

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All rights reserved.

Looking for a Small Group Bible Study? Visit us online at www.tatescreek.org
Just click on “Connect” then “Small Groups” to see a complete list!

	
	

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~In Christ, Nic
					nic@tatescreek.org

Tates Creek Christian Church 3150 Tates Creek Road
Senior Adults

Kim Beckwith

There was an article a few years ago in which a man gave
his idea of a perfect world. He said, “In a perfect world
you would feel as good at 60 as you did at 17. And you
would be as smart at 60 as you thought you were at 17.”
“In a perfect world professional basketball and baseball
and football players would be complaining because schoolteachers
were signing multi-million dollar contracts. In a perfect world potato
chips would have calories, but if eaten with dip, the calories would be
neutralized.” “In a perfect world, mail would always be early, and the
check in the mail would always be for more than you expected it to be.”
The truth is: This is not a perfect world and it never will be! But it
can become a lot better in this New Year for all of us. One thing that
would help us all would be to look more often at the blessings we have
rather than the burdens that confront us. I
remember walking into the pediatric cancer
ward in a hospital when my nephew was so
ill with cancer. I had the overwhelming sense
of blessing, seeing all those ill children while
knowing I had healthy ones at home. My
mother always said (I know I sound like Forrest
Gump here) to look at your blessings because
there is always someone less fortunate. My
resolution has been to look at my blessings
more in this coming year, and my burdens less.
Then, this imperfect world will become much closer to perfect than I
otherwise would think. I hope we all can do this.
Seniors, remember the morning Bible study meets each week on
Wednesday mornings. We’re having a great study over the book of
Ephesians. We would love to have you join us.
				~Bro. Kim
				kimbeckwith@tatescreek.org

Lexington, KY 40502 www.tatescreek.org

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Don’s Dynamics
Do you love a good story? Are you a good storyteller?
Some of my favorite speakers can draw
me in with a good story. Many times, I
have attended a convention where in the
midst of thousands of people, one could
“hear a pin drop” as the speaker relates a relevant
story to bring home a point. This is especially
effective at the conclusion of a message where we are asked to make a
change or life-changing decision. With that in mind, I am excited to
embark on this wonderful journey over the next several months. After all,
where can we find better stories (and they are all true!) than in the Bible. I
encourage you to read The Story in advance so that you can drink in all that
you can on Sunday mornings and in your small group. As I said in our
worship services on January 5, I hope to support the message of each story
through our congregational singing and special music whenever possible.
As we look ahead to 2014, we will host several concerts and
artists. These concerts will provide a variety of opportunities
for worship and upon occasion, entertainment. Please refer
to our Concert Series Brochure for 2013-2014 for dates
and details. I am looking forward to sharing a Concert of
Spirituals with you on February 23 at 4:00 PM. This concert
will include several vocal solos by H. T. Burleigh, a prolific composer of
spirituals and new arrangements by Mark Hayes. I will also include a few
solos on piano and organ. I have always enjoyed the messages of spirituals.
They often share a Biblical message along with a “hidden” message for the
time period in which they were written.
Do you have the gift of hospitality? On March 23, we will host the
Anderson University Chorale in our morning services. This outstanding
choir was featured on KET during the recent Christmas
season with an hour-long concert along with other music
ensembles from Anderson. We will need hosts for the
evening of March 22. This will include overnight housing,
an evening meal, and breakfast. If you are available to help
in this most important way, please contact me at the church
at your earliest convenience. If you want to check out the choir, go to
YouTube to find some excellent examples of their music.

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					~ Don		
				

don@tatescreek.org

Tates Creek Christian Church 3150 Tates Creek Road
Missions Moment

Weeks Family

We’ve been in our new “home” for about two and a half
months now and these past few months have been full of
adjustments. Life is different here in Ethiopia. For one, if
you saw us walking on our street you would notice us, we
stand out. Another significant difference here is how we
are perceived. In America, if we introduced ourselves to you as seminary
students, dorm parents, or soon-to-be missionaries, you would not have
been overwhelmingly impressed with our status or wealth. In fact, you
might have thought, “Awww, those poor young kids. I’m going to give
Travis $20 to take his sweet wife out to dinner.” (And some of you were
just that kind to us.) Here, our country of origin, our skin color, and our
social network mark us as wealthy people with opportunity…and it is more
true than I once thought. You can see the difference between the poor and
wealthy in America, but in the developing world the chasm between the
two is so great that it can never escape your awareness.
One of the most difficult adjustments for us to make here is realizing and
accepting the wealth and opportunity we inherited by simply being born in
America. It’s frustrating when our white skin makes us a target for beggars,
children, and any opportunist to ask for money. “I’m not made of money,”
I fume in my head. And its true, I’m really not. But… I might as well be.
I have access to more money than most of our Ethiopian friends can even
imagine. Next comes the question that I may never have an answer to:
Why? Why are some people born into the world with wealth, influence
and opportunity (many of whom don’t even realize it) while others are born
in poverty, with many needs and not much opportunity to meet them. It’s
no wonder that when they see me walking down their street they see an
opportunity to ask for something.
My whole life growing up in the church I’ve heard it
preached that everything we have is not really ours, it is
God’s and we are only His stewards. Living in Ethiopia,
Travis and I feel the heavy weight of this responsibility to
be good stewards of God’s resources. You, as partners in
this work, have also chosen to invest your resources and
your lives in what God is doing here. We want to ask you
to come alongside us in prayer as we process and work out
how to be faithful with our resources to God, to our supporters, and to our
neighbors.

					~ Emily Weeks

Lexington, KY 40502 www.tatescreek.org

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“The Story” Reading
Schedule
Week 5 - New Commands & 	
a New Covenant	
January 27: pages 59-61	
January 28: pages 61-62
January 29: pages 62-64
January 30: pages 64-67
January 31: pages 67-69
February 1: pages 69-70	

Week 8 - A Few Good Men .. .
and Women
February 17: pages 103-105
February 18: pages 105-107
February 19: pages 107-109
February 20: pages 109-112
February 21: pages 112-116
February 22: pages 116-119

Week 6 - Wandering
February 3: pages 71-73
February 4: pages 73-76
February 5: pages 77-79
February 6: pages 79-83
February 7: pages 83-85
February 8: pages 85-88

Week 9 - Faith of a Foreign
Woman
February 24: page 121
February 25: page 122
February 26: pages 123-124
February 27: pages 124-125
February 28: pages 125-126
March 1: pages 126-127

Week 7 - The Battle Begins	
	
February 10: pages 89-92	
February 11: pages 92-95	
February 12: pages 95-97
February 13: pages 97-98	
February 14: pages 98-99	
February 15: pages 100-102

Senior Adult Events
Adult Bible Study
Wednesdays ~ 10:30 AM
Room 200A
Better With Age Club
Thursday, February 20
10:30 AM ~ Fellowship Hall

The Story Sermon Series
Act 1 ~ I Am Creator
January 5 ~ February 2

Act 2 ~ I Am King

February 9 ~ March 30

Act 3 ~ I Am Judge
April 6 ~ June 1

Act 4 ~ I Am the Way
June 8 ~ July 13

Act 5 ~ I Am Forever

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July 20 ~ August 10

Tates Creek Christian Church 3150 Tates Creek Road
Communion Serving
Schedule

February Oasis Meals:
Feb 5: Spaghetti w/Sauce,
Salad, Garlic Bread, Desserts
Feb 12: Tomato Soup &
Chicken Noodle Soup, Half
Ham Sandwich, Condiments,
Crackers, Desserts
Feb 19: Pork Loin, Parsley
Potatoes, Corn, Dinner Rolls,
Desserts
Feb 26: Roasted Turkey
Breast, Cornbread Dressing,
Green Beans, Cranberry
Sauce, Dinner Rolls, Desserts
Salad is available as an
alternate meal when it is not a
part of the meal being served.

Room In The Inn
Homeless Ministry
We are currently hosting our
guests during these cold winter
months on the second and fourth
Thursdays.
If you can help with this ministry
in any way, please contact Chris
Lee at 859-684-7240.
We are specifically in need of
someone to help drive the van to
pick-up and drop-off our guests.

February 2
Elders: Willie Peal, Mike Mirre
Deacons: Harold Butler, Greg Kasten
Ashland Terrace: Steve Mullins
Home Comm: Keith Wertz, Brian Hogston, 	
		Harold Butler
Comm. Prep: (Sat.) Chloann Jones
(Sun.) Ray & Christi Albensi
(Sun. after srvs) Anita McNees
February 9
Elders: Nathan Young, Willie Peal
Deacons: Ed Hall, Keith Wertz
Ashland Terrace: Tony Spencer
Home Comm: Ed Hall, Chris Lee,
		David Martin
Comm. Prep: (Sat.) Kathy Hicks
(Sun.) Jason Stokesbary
(Sun. after srvs) John Combs
February 16
Elders: Bill Clem, Nathan Young
Deacons: David Martin, Stuart Kearns
Ashland Terrace: Cory Wilson
Home Comm: Terry Morrison, Greg Wheeler,
		Russell Brown
Comm. Prep: (Sat.) Jim Everman
(Sun.) Mary Robey
(Sun. after srvs) David & Joanne Shuman
February 23
Elders: John Langley, Bill Clem
Deacons: Terry Morrison, Jonathan Clifton
Ashland Terrace: Bill Burke
Home Comm: Bill Johnson, David Straub,
		Craig Martin
Comm. Prep: (Sat.) Tom & Waynetta Myers
(Sun.) Kyle & Sharon Childers
(Sun. after srvs) Chris & Sarah Hines

Lexington, KY 40502 www.tatescreek.org

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Tates Creek Christian Church 3150 Tates Creek Road
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Lexington, KY 40502 www.tatescreek.org
God’s Love
Is it natural or have we been trained to think of love
in the month of February? It must have something
to do with the institution of Valentine’s Day, but
somehow most of us have come to think of February
as the “month of love”.
As we have begun our journey through The Story,
we have been reminded of God’s great creation. Not
only does this show us His power, but also His love for us. We have
also learned of God’s great promise to Abraham and Abraham’s faithful
response. We have heard of the challenges of Joseph and Moses and how
God used those situations to bring about His will for His people.
All of these situations looked hopeless: Abraham and Sarah were
childless, Joseph was sold into slavery by his brothers and falsely accused
by his owner’s wife, Moses was forced to flee Egypt as a murderer. Yet
each of these circumstances worked together to show us how God takes
the events of our lives on earth and incorporates them to accomplish His
ultimate purpose - restoring us to a relationship with Him. As we saw
God’s provision for each of them, His plan for their lives became clear and
we realized that He is trustworthy and is motivated by His great love for
us.
This month let us focus on God’s continued love, provision, and
faithfulness toward us that was revealed in Jesus. The apostle Paul
encouraged the Ephesians towards this when he prayed,
“I pray that you, being rooted and
established in love, may have power,
together with all the saints, to grasp how
wide and long and high and deep is the
love of Christ and to know this love that
surpasses knowledge – that you may be
filled to the measure of all the
fullness of God.” (Ephesians 3:17b-19)

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Tates Creek Christian Church 3150 Tates Creek Road
Make a Difference
MAKE A DIFFERENCE AWARDS
Friday, February 7th ~ 6:00-8:00 PM ~ MMC
If you serve in the children, student, or college ministries
we would like to say thank you in a fun way! Please plan
to join us for a night of encouragement, gratitude, laughter,
and memories.
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Chick-fil-A Meal served at 6 pm
Childcare provided
Dressy casual attire
Must RSVP to Matt Lee
(matt@tatescreek.org or 859-537-2634)

Concert Series 2014
Don Seevers in Concert
A Concert of Spirituals
Sunday, February 23, 2014, 4:00 pm
Though primarily a vocal concert, Don
will also include some arrangements of
spirituals for piano solo and organ solo.
Joining Don in this afternoon concert
will be musical friends, Beth Mays, Dr. Ouida
Tisdall Patton and Owen Cooper. You are
cordially invited to attend this event that is
included in this year’s Concert Series at Tates
Creek Christian Church. A reception will
follow in the 200 rooms just off the Main Foyer.
Lexington, KY 40502 www.tatescreek.org

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College Ministry

Mike Allen

Are We Showing Christ’s Love?

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I recently attended the funeral of a young lady
from my past ministry in Mason, Ohio. She was
only 19 years old when she went to meet Jesus face
to face. She had fought her battle with cancer for 12
years. Diagnosed with ependymoma, a somewhat
rare tumorous cancer at the age of 7, Jessica Elam chose to make
the absolute best of the time she would have on this earth.
She spent a very extensive amount of time in Cincinnati Children’s
Hospital in those 12 years as she experienced many treatments
through 8 relapses of the cancer. She had a
profound influence on the people that she was
around. Her faith in God was unshakeable and
never questioned. There were dozens of nurses
and doctors at her funeral, on top of the 800ish
family members and friends to say, “good bye for
now”. Her oncologist even spoke at the funeral.
It was obvious by his display of emotions that he
had become very close with Jessica and her family. And from the
words he shared, it was even more obvious the encouragement that
Jessica had been to him in his faith journey.
Jessica worked tirelessly to show the love of Christ to everyone.
She started groups to raise funds for childhood cancer research.
She started a program at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital that allows
patients to have visits from their personal pets. She sought to
minister to the people who were going through what she was going
through.
What have you been through that you can help someone else
through? Jessica had plenty of excuses to focus on herself and her
family, yet she chose to show Christ’s love in any way possible to
anyone possible. When I look at her life, I see nothing but Christ.
We are all busy, we all have families, we are all dealing with our
own trials and struggles. But lets take the focus off of ourselves
and take a look around. There are others that need encouragement.
Others that need ministering to. Let’s ask the Lord to help us
see who those people are and help us be selfless enough to do
something about it.

		 In His Service,
	 ~Mike
					mike@tatescreek.org

Tates Creek Christian Church 3150 Tates Creek Road
What is Your Story?

Student Ministry
Brad Haggard

As we are working through The Story as a church,
the middle school and high school have looked
into how our personal stories are challenged by
the stories in the Bible. Maybe this is the most
important thing that happens to us as we read
scripture. The more we read and open up to God’s Spirit, the
more we begin to see things as God intends.
In the first week of the series, our high school group looked at
the story of Jesus meeting the woman at Jacob’s Well in John 4.
The woman’s negative view of herself was completely changed by
her encounter with Jesus. The woman who shied away from her
village in shame sought out people to tell about the Messiah!
But it wasn’t only the woman whose story changed. The
people in the village, who before had shut her out of society,
now believed her when she told them about Jesus (John 4:39).
The disciples even had to change the way they thought about
ministry when Jesus explained to them that the fields were ready
for the harvest (4:31-38). All of them had their eyes opened to
a new way of looking at the world because of what Jesus did on
that day.
The amazing thing about the stories in the Bible is that they
can challenge us on different levels. At one point we may
identify with the shamed woman, the judgmental townspeople,
or even have our eyes opened to the harvest, like the disciples.
For a few students, the story is
already changing their view and
challenging them to save up to help
build a clean water well for a rural
village in Africa. God’s story is
powerful, and I’m excited to see how
the lives and personal stories of our
students are changed through reading
The Story.
	
Let’s lift Him up together!
~ Brad
					brad@tatescreek.org

Lexington, KY 40502 www.tatescreek.org

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People Who Serve Children Make A Difference

Children’s Ministry

Matt Lee

Aly Thompson Is Making A Difference in
children’s lives!
Inspired by her mom’s dedication to teaching her
and her siblings Aly Thompson started serving, in
a variety of ways, in the Elementary Ministry as a high school
student. Now she is a consistent small group Sunday School
leader for the Kindergarten and 1st grade girls. She also recently
joined the ministry team and led the entire worship for one
Sunday with other faithful volunteers and college friends.
As a college student, Aly has chosen to study early childhood
education. She loves kids in general, but
the happiness and innocence of children
make her want to be a better person. It
warms her heart when they tell her she is
loved. She knows that serving children
benefits both the server and the served.
She has learned that each child thinks and
acts differently, some kids talk and some
don’t. Aly loves building a friendship with the girls she serves
through teaching. So what advice does this college student have
for the rest of the church body?
“Always listen to what they have to say. It makes them feel
important and loved and they get a sense of security in you
being their leader. The giggles, the smiles, and the sweet
comments are all reminders that God loves His children so
much. He is working through them, as well as me!”
						 Aly Thompson
Thank you, Aly, for allowing God to mold and shape you as
you serve His precious children! I am so glad that you are using
your time wisely to make a difference in the lives of children!
					~ Matt		
					matt@tatescreek.org

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MOVIE NIGHT
February 28, 2014 ~ 6:30-8:30 PM
Elementary Kids come in pajamas for pizza, popcorn, and a
movie in Uptown! You must sign up in advance!

Tates Creek Christian Church 3150 Tates Creek Road
Critterland News

				
~ Lesley
				lesley@tatescreek.org

Lexington, KY 40502 www.tatescreek.org

Lesley Tipton

I came into Critterland on a recent Sunday
with the normal expectations of the day—get
lessons and crafts set up, prepare Jesus in the
Park, and be ready for boundless energy and
mini Houdini-like escape attempts. What I
didn’t prepare for is how much I would be
affected by the day. By the end of the morning I was exhausted,
but I felt so much better, spiritually and mentally. The children
didn’t care that they had been inside. The enthusiasm they
have for learning God’s stories is so amazing,
and to hear them shout out the answers
to our questions with such excitement is
heartwarming. I love knowing what we are
doing is making an impact on their minds, and
that they are “getting it.” If you are feeling a bit
drained by the weather, I encourage you to stop by Critterland.
Sometimes it isn’t just the children who benefit from Sunday
mornings.
		
	

Preschool Ministry

Do you get the “winter blues?” Winter is
usually my favorite season. I love snow and cold
temperatures. I love to be snuggled up with family
and big fuzzy blankets. This winter though, I have
been in the house a bit more than usual (young
infants don’t need to be out in the polar vortex!) It has caused me
to be a bit down and tired.

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Sunday School
Average Attendance
December 2013
Infants	7
Walkers	10
2 - 5 Year Old	
8
K - 1st grade	
13
2nd - 3rd grade 	
13
Garage 45	
54
Middle School	
25
High School	
20
Alpha/Omega	
13
Ashland Terrace	
8
Christians in Action	
21
Crusaders	56
Faith	13
Fellowship of Believers	 17
FOCUS	19
Good News	
24
Grace & Truth	
57
Grass Roots	
13
Heaven Bound	
14
In The Word	
14
Motivators	
3
Open Bible	
61
Psalm 34:3	
6
Seekers	
8
Servants for Christ	
31
Upper Room	
10
Willing Workers	
39
Young Families	
9
Miscellaneous	
Officers	

Total	

18

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604

December Worship
Attendance & Giving
		Total	
	
General Fund	
1st	
804	
$31,396.
8th	
440	
$24,557.
15th	
790	
$28,624.
22nd	
853	
$27,916.
29th	
738	
$32,695.
Funds Totals for Dec.
Deacons’ Fund
	$3,880.
Growing to Serve 	 $23,273.
% of Dollars Given Online
13.6%
General Fund Report
2013 Budgeted Need per week	 $28,487.
2013 Average per week	
$27,167.
December Total Income	
December Total Expenses	
Net Excess	

$145,188.
$122,959.
$22,229.

Indebtedness
Mortgage Balance, Dec. 31	
$1,631,997.
Monthly Payment (Jan. 1)	
Principal	
Interest	
Add’l Principal	

$34,513.
$8,304.
$4,584.
$16,221.	

To give online anytime or
setup a recurring online gift,
visit our website at www.
tatescreek.org and click on
“Giving”.

Tates Creek Christian Church 3150 Tates Creek Road
New Members

Jennie Peyton

By Transfer, January 5

June Veatch

Baptized January 9
with husband, Lou

Jennie Peyton has lived in Lexington since
1968. She is a retired hairdresser and now
stays active by playing pickleball. Jennie
has been attending Tates Creek since
June of last year at the invitation of Dale
Kistler. She comes to us from Northeast
Christian where she was baptized in 2003.
Her favorite song is “Jesus Loves Me”
when sung by children, which coincides
with her favorite Bible verse, John 3:16.
June Veatch is known by many and has
been worshiping with us and attending the
Crusaders Sunday School class for over 14
years. Her background is in the Catholic
Church, but after some encouraging
words from Zella Simpson, she began
thinking about baptism. With continued
encouragement from her husband, Lou,
June was baptized on January 9, 2014.
Her favorite Bible passage is
1 Corintians 13.

Dr. Bruce & Jann Johnson
By Transfer, January 5

Lexington, KY 40502 www.tatescreek.org

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Calendar ~ February 2014

1 	 Card Ministry, 8:30 am, 102

CR - Choir Room / FH - Fellowship Hall / Fh - Friendship Hall / MMC - Multi Ministry Center / UP - Uptown / WC - Worship Center

No. 2
Volume 2 		

Elders’ Meeting, 6 pm, FH

6	
6	

Tates Creek Current

Monthly Ministry Teams

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Tates Creek Christian Church	
Office: (859) 266-1621
3150 Tates Creek Road
Web: www.tatescreek.org
Lexington, KY 40502	
Email: office@tatescreek.org

2	

Mary Circle, 10:30 am, Fh
Deborah Circle, 7 pm

7	
	

Make a Difference Awards,
6:30 pm, MMC

10	 Bluegrass Christian Men’s
	
Fellowship, 5:45 pm
10	 Faith Circle, 6:30 am, 104
11	 MOPS, 9 am, FH
11	 Tabitha Circle, 7 pm
13	 Room In The Inn, 5 pm, FH
15	 Card Ministry, 8:30 am, 102
16	 Singles Potluck, 12:30 pm, FH
17	 J.O.Y. Circle, 6:30 am, Fh
20	 BWAC, 10:30 am, FH
20	 Women’s Ministry, 7 pm, 302
21-22	

MS Believe Conf, NKU

23	 Don Seevers Concert, 4 pm, WC
25	 MOPS, 9 am	
27	 Room In The Inn, 5 pm, FH
27	 Sarah Circle, 7 pm
28	 Elem. Movie Night, 6:30 pm, UP

Weekly Activities

Sunday Evening:
Rejoicing Ringers, 4:30 pm, CR
Middle School Small Groups,
	
5:30 pm, 303
The Buzz-High School Worship,
	
5:30 pm, 303
Evening Worship, 6:30 pm, WC
Adult Small Groups, various times 		
	 and locations
Monday Evening:
Orchestra rehearsal, 6:15 pm, WC
Tuesday Evening:
Victory for Life, 6:00 pm, FH
Wednesday:
Adult Bible Study, 10:30 am, 200A
Worship Team rehearsal, 5:30 pm
HS Small Groups, 6:30 pm, 303
Oasis Meal, 5:45 pm, MMC
Oasis Classes & Choirs, 6:45 pm

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Tates Creek Christian Church Current

  • 1. Tates Creek Current February 2014 . . . to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ and to know this love that surpasses knowledge - that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.” (Ephesians 3:18-19)
  • 2. Contents Contact Tates Creek Christian 3150 Tates Creek Road Lexington, KY 40502 (859) 266-1621 office@tatescreek.org Visit Online Feature Article 10-11 Women’s Prayer Breakfast 12 God’s Love www.tatescreek.org In Every Issue facebook.com/tatescreekcc 3-7 Minister Articles Worship Sunday Traditional - 8:40 am Blended - 11:10 am The Vine - 11:10 am Sunday School - 10 am Evening - 6:30 pm Wednesday Oasis Meal - 5:45 pm Oasis Classes - 6:45 pm Staff Tommy Simpson Nic Skinner Kim Beckwith Don Seevers Mike Allen Brad Haggard Matt Lee Lesley Tipton David Eversole Billy Bishop 8 “The Story” Reading Schedule 9 Elder/Deacon Serving Schedule 1 4-17 Minister Articles 18 December Statistics 19 New Members 20 Calendar Ministry News 13 Make a Difference Awards 13 Concert Series Events 8-9 Office Staff Kim Jones Jenni Gregg Rhoda Rolfes Vicki Wesley 2 Mission Tates Creek Christian Church exists to win people to Christ (evangelism), build up believers in faith, knowledge, and service (encouragement), to help those in need (benevolence), and to stand up for Christian values in the community (witness). Tates Creek Christian Church 3150 Tates Creek Road
  • 3. Tidbits from Tommy As we move through The Story this year, I want to remind all of us that the book, The Story, is NOT the Bible. The book, The Story, is a compilation of Scriptures from the New International Version. As I preach through The Story, I will be using the Bible. Please continue bringing your Bibles to church. I love the sounds of the pages turning in your Bibles when we turn to certain texts of Scripture ~ it is such beautiful music to my ears. The Story takes the message of the Bible and puts it in story form. But we must remember that the this book is not the Bible. However, I encourage us to read this book; it really helps us to better comprehend the story of the Bible. Speaking of More to The Story, someone asked me a question as to the beginning of the various languages and nations. The answer to this question is found in Genesis 11. After the flood, the whole earth used the same language and the same words. The people migrated to a place called, Shinar. They wanted to keep from being scattered all over the earth; so, they decided to build a tower that would reach to heaven. However, this desire, to keep from being scattered all over the earth, was in direct opposition to the will of God. After the flood, God commanded Noah and his sons to multiply and fill the earth ~ Genesis 9:1. When the Lord came down to look at the tower, He decided to confuse their language so that they may not understand each other. When the Lord did that, the people spread over the face of the whole earth. Incidentally, the name of the tower is Babel because the Lord confused their language. Now we know the rest of that particular story. We learn so many things from the Bible, and we learn something new every time we read it. Even though we are reading through The Story, I want to encourage us to read through our Bibles. I know that I have not talked about the subject of parking in our parking lot on Sunday mornings for a long time. However, this past Sunday during the Sunday school hour I noticed that the one particular car circled the building at least three times. Please help us to alleviate the crowded parking lot at church by parking off campus at the corner of Montavesta and Dove Run. We have a great shuttle that provides transportation from that parking lot to the front door of the church and then back following the services. Six weeks until Spring ~Tommy tommy@tatescreek.org Lexington, KY 40502 www.tatescreek.org 3
  • 4. Discipleship Ministry News Nic Skinner “How to Lead a Great Bible Study” We continue in our series of articles from Discipleship Journal on leading an effective Bible study. This month’s article is the conclusion of last month’s and focuses on the use of illustrations and group dynamics. Next month, we’ll focus on setting goals for your Bible study group. Enjoy! “Before You Lead” by Becky Brodin (Continued) Illustrations Small-group settings allow for a variety of teaching approaches. I use illustrations to clarify and communicate ideas. Jesus used illustrations freely. Watching events around Him supplied Him with an abundance of material for teaching life principles to His followers. Mark 12:41-44 records Jesus stationing Himself to watch people contribute to the treasury. When the poor widow dropped her two copper coins into the slot, her example became an on-the-spot illustration for the disciples to learn the spirit behind giving. I strive to be observant in everyday situations and apply those situations to our study. Group Dynamics I use group dynamics so that the whole group will participate. I define a group dynamic as any activity that personally involves all the group members. I’m convinced that the use of group dynamics increases understanding, retention, involvement, and enjoyment in the Bible study. A question/answer discussion is a highly structured group dynamic. Other dynamics include role plays, debates, and skits. Copied from DISCIPLESHIP JOURNALS BEST SMALL GROUP IDEAS – VOLUME ONE.  Used by permission of NavPress – www.navpress.com.  All rights reserved. Looking for a Small Group Bible Study? Visit us online at www.tatescreek.org Just click on “Connect” then “Small Groups” to see a complete list! 4 ~In Christ, Nic nic@tatescreek.org Tates Creek Christian Church 3150 Tates Creek Road
  • 5. Senior Adults Kim Beckwith There was an article a few years ago in which a man gave his idea of a perfect world. He said, “In a perfect world you would feel as good at 60 as you did at 17. And you would be as smart at 60 as you thought you were at 17.” “In a perfect world professional basketball and baseball and football players would be complaining because schoolteachers were signing multi-million dollar contracts. In a perfect world potato chips would have calories, but if eaten with dip, the calories would be neutralized.” “In a perfect world, mail would always be early, and the check in the mail would always be for more than you expected it to be.” The truth is: This is not a perfect world and it never will be! But it can become a lot better in this New Year for all of us. One thing that would help us all would be to look more often at the blessings we have rather than the burdens that confront us. I remember walking into the pediatric cancer ward in a hospital when my nephew was so ill with cancer. I had the overwhelming sense of blessing, seeing all those ill children while knowing I had healthy ones at home. My mother always said (I know I sound like Forrest Gump here) to look at your blessings because there is always someone less fortunate. My resolution has been to look at my blessings more in this coming year, and my burdens less. Then, this imperfect world will become much closer to perfect than I otherwise would think. I hope we all can do this. Seniors, remember the morning Bible study meets each week on Wednesday mornings. We’re having a great study over the book of Ephesians. We would love to have you join us. ~Bro. Kim kimbeckwith@tatescreek.org Lexington, KY 40502 www.tatescreek.org 5
  • 6. Don’s Dynamics Do you love a good story? Are you a good storyteller? Some of my favorite speakers can draw me in with a good story. Many times, I have attended a convention where in the midst of thousands of people, one could “hear a pin drop” as the speaker relates a relevant story to bring home a point. This is especially effective at the conclusion of a message where we are asked to make a change or life-changing decision. With that in mind, I am excited to embark on this wonderful journey over the next several months. After all, where can we find better stories (and they are all true!) than in the Bible. I encourage you to read The Story in advance so that you can drink in all that you can on Sunday mornings and in your small group. As I said in our worship services on January 5, I hope to support the message of each story through our congregational singing and special music whenever possible. As we look ahead to 2014, we will host several concerts and artists. These concerts will provide a variety of opportunities for worship and upon occasion, entertainment. Please refer to our Concert Series Brochure for 2013-2014 for dates and details. I am looking forward to sharing a Concert of Spirituals with you on February 23 at 4:00 PM. This concert will include several vocal solos by H. T. Burleigh, a prolific composer of spirituals and new arrangements by Mark Hayes. I will also include a few solos on piano and organ. I have always enjoyed the messages of spirituals. They often share a Biblical message along with a “hidden” message for the time period in which they were written. Do you have the gift of hospitality? On March 23, we will host the Anderson University Chorale in our morning services. This outstanding choir was featured on KET during the recent Christmas season with an hour-long concert along with other music ensembles from Anderson. We will need hosts for the evening of March 22. This will include overnight housing, an evening meal, and breakfast. If you are available to help in this most important way, please contact me at the church at your earliest convenience. If you want to check out the choir, go to YouTube to find some excellent examples of their music. 6 ~ Don don@tatescreek.org Tates Creek Christian Church 3150 Tates Creek Road
  • 7. Missions Moment Weeks Family We’ve been in our new “home” for about two and a half months now and these past few months have been full of adjustments. Life is different here in Ethiopia. For one, if you saw us walking on our street you would notice us, we stand out. Another significant difference here is how we are perceived. In America, if we introduced ourselves to you as seminary students, dorm parents, or soon-to-be missionaries, you would not have been overwhelmingly impressed with our status or wealth. In fact, you might have thought, “Awww, those poor young kids. I’m going to give Travis $20 to take his sweet wife out to dinner.” (And some of you were just that kind to us.) Here, our country of origin, our skin color, and our social network mark us as wealthy people with opportunity…and it is more true than I once thought. You can see the difference between the poor and wealthy in America, but in the developing world the chasm between the two is so great that it can never escape your awareness. One of the most difficult adjustments for us to make here is realizing and accepting the wealth and opportunity we inherited by simply being born in America. It’s frustrating when our white skin makes us a target for beggars, children, and any opportunist to ask for money. “I’m not made of money,” I fume in my head. And its true, I’m really not. But… I might as well be. I have access to more money than most of our Ethiopian friends can even imagine. Next comes the question that I may never have an answer to: Why? Why are some people born into the world with wealth, influence and opportunity (many of whom don’t even realize it) while others are born in poverty, with many needs and not much opportunity to meet them. It’s no wonder that when they see me walking down their street they see an opportunity to ask for something. My whole life growing up in the church I’ve heard it preached that everything we have is not really ours, it is God’s and we are only His stewards. Living in Ethiopia, Travis and I feel the heavy weight of this responsibility to be good stewards of God’s resources. You, as partners in this work, have also chosen to invest your resources and your lives in what God is doing here. We want to ask you to come alongside us in prayer as we process and work out how to be faithful with our resources to God, to our supporters, and to our neighbors. ~ Emily Weeks Lexington, KY 40502 www.tatescreek.org 7
  • 8. “The Story” Reading Schedule Week 5 - New Commands & a New Covenant January 27: pages 59-61 January 28: pages 61-62 January 29: pages 62-64 January 30: pages 64-67 January 31: pages 67-69 February 1: pages 69-70 Week 8 - A Few Good Men .. . and Women February 17: pages 103-105 February 18: pages 105-107 February 19: pages 107-109 February 20: pages 109-112 February 21: pages 112-116 February 22: pages 116-119 Week 6 - Wandering February 3: pages 71-73 February 4: pages 73-76 February 5: pages 77-79 February 6: pages 79-83 February 7: pages 83-85 February 8: pages 85-88 Week 9 - Faith of a Foreign Woman February 24: page 121 February 25: page 122 February 26: pages 123-124 February 27: pages 124-125 February 28: pages 125-126 March 1: pages 126-127 Week 7 - The Battle Begins February 10: pages 89-92 February 11: pages 92-95 February 12: pages 95-97 February 13: pages 97-98 February 14: pages 98-99 February 15: pages 100-102 Senior Adult Events Adult Bible Study Wednesdays ~ 10:30 AM Room 200A Better With Age Club Thursday, February 20 10:30 AM ~ Fellowship Hall The Story Sermon Series Act 1 ~ I Am Creator January 5 ~ February 2 Act 2 ~ I Am King February 9 ~ March 30 Act 3 ~ I Am Judge April 6 ~ June 1 Act 4 ~ I Am the Way June 8 ~ July 13 Act 5 ~ I Am Forever 8 July 20 ~ August 10 Tates Creek Christian Church 3150 Tates Creek Road
  • 9. Communion Serving Schedule February Oasis Meals: Feb 5: Spaghetti w/Sauce, Salad, Garlic Bread, Desserts Feb 12: Tomato Soup & Chicken Noodle Soup, Half Ham Sandwich, Condiments, Crackers, Desserts Feb 19: Pork Loin, Parsley Potatoes, Corn, Dinner Rolls, Desserts Feb 26: Roasted Turkey Breast, Cornbread Dressing, Green Beans, Cranberry Sauce, Dinner Rolls, Desserts Salad is available as an alternate meal when it is not a part of the meal being served. Room In The Inn Homeless Ministry We are currently hosting our guests during these cold winter months on the second and fourth Thursdays. If you can help with this ministry in any way, please contact Chris Lee at 859-684-7240. We are specifically in need of someone to help drive the van to pick-up and drop-off our guests. February 2 Elders: Willie Peal, Mike Mirre Deacons: Harold Butler, Greg Kasten Ashland Terrace: Steve Mullins Home Comm: Keith Wertz, Brian Hogston, Harold Butler Comm. Prep: (Sat.) Chloann Jones (Sun.) Ray & Christi Albensi (Sun. after srvs) Anita McNees February 9 Elders: Nathan Young, Willie Peal Deacons: Ed Hall, Keith Wertz Ashland Terrace: Tony Spencer Home Comm: Ed Hall, Chris Lee, David Martin Comm. Prep: (Sat.) Kathy Hicks (Sun.) Jason Stokesbary (Sun. after srvs) John Combs February 16 Elders: Bill Clem, Nathan Young Deacons: David Martin, Stuart Kearns Ashland Terrace: Cory Wilson Home Comm: Terry Morrison, Greg Wheeler, Russell Brown Comm. Prep: (Sat.) Jim Everman (Sun.) Mary Robey (Sun. after srvs) David & Joanne Shuman February 23 Elders: John Langley, Bill Clem Deacons: Terry Morrison, Jonathan Clifton Ashland Terrace: Bill Burke Home Comm: Bill Johnson, David Straub, Craig Martin Comm. Prep: (Sat.) Tom & Waynetta Myers (Sun.) Kyle & Sharon Childers (Sun. after srvs) Chris & Sarah Hines Lexington, KY 40502 www.tatescreek.org 9
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  • 12. God’s Love Is it natural or have we been trained to think of love in the month of February? It must have something to do with the institution of Valentine’s Day, but somehow most of us have come to think of February as the “month of love”. As we have begun our journey through The Story, we have been reminded of God’s great creation. Not only does this show us His power, but also His love for us. We have also learned of God’s great promise to Abraham and Abraham’s faithful response. We have heard of the challenges of Joseph and Moses and how God used those situations to bring about His will for His people. All of these situations looked hopeless: Abraham and Sarah were childless, Joseph was sold into slavery by his brothers and falsely accused by his owner’s wife, Moses was forced to flee Egypt as a murderer. Yet each of these circumstances worked together to show us how God takes the events of our lives on earth and incorporates them to accomplish His ultimate purpose - restoring us to a relationship with Him. As we saw God’s provision for each of them, His plan for their lives became clear and we realized that He is trustworthy and is motivated by His great love for us. This month let us focus on God’s continued love, provision, and faithfulness toward us that was revealed in Jesus. The apostle Paul encouraged the Ephesians towards this when he prayed, “I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the saints, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ and to know this love that surpasses knowledge – that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.” (Ephesians 3:17b-19) 12 Tates Creek Christian Church 3150 Tates Creek Road
  • 13. Make a Difference MAKE A DIFFERENCE AWARDS Friday, February 7th ~ 6:00-8:00 PM ~ MMC If you serve in the children, student, or college ministries we would like to say thank you in a fun way! Please plan to join us for a night of encouragement, gratitude, laughter, and memories. • • • • Chick-fil-A Meal served at 6 pm Childcare provided Dressy casual attire Must RSVP to Matt Lee (matt@tatescreek.org or 859-537-2634) Concert Series 2014 Don Seevers in Concert A Concert of Spirituals Sunday, February 23, 2014, 4:00 pm Though primarily a vocal concert, Don will also include some arrangements of spirituals for piano solo and organ solo. Joining Don in this afternoon concert will be musical friends, Beth Mays, Dr. Ouida Tisdall Patton and Owen Cooper. You are cordially invited to attend this event that is included in this year’s Concert Series at Tates Creek Christian Church. A reception will follow in the 200 rooms just off the Main Foyer. Lexington, KY 40502 www.tatescreek.org 13
  • 14. College Ministry Mike Allen Are We Showing Christ’s Love? 14 I recently attended the funeral of a young lady from my past ministry in Mason, Ohio. She was only 19 years old when she went to meet Jesus face to face. She had fought her battle with cancer for 12 years. Diagnosed with ependymoma, a somewhat rare tumorous cancer at the age of 7, Jessica Elam chose to make the absolute best of the time she would have on this earth. She spent a very extensive amount of time in Cincinnati Children’s Hospital in those 12 years as she experienced many treatments through 8 relapses of the cancer. She had a profound influence on the people that she was around. Her faith in God was unshakeable and never questioned. There were dozens of nurses and doctors at her funeral, on top of the 800ish family members and friends to say, “good bye for now”. Her oncologist even spoke at the funeral. It was obvious by his display of emotions that he had become very close with Jessica and her family. And from the words he shared, it was even more obvious the encouragement that Jessica had been to him in his faith journey. Jessica worked tirelessly to show the love of Christ to everyone. She started groups to raise funds for childhood cancer research. She started a program at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital that allows patients to have visits from their personal pets. She sought to minister to the people who were going through what she was going through. What have you been through that you can help someone else through? Jessica had plenty of excuses to focus on herself and her family, yet she chose to show Christ’s love in any way possible to anyone possible. When I look at her life, I see nothing but Christ. We are all busy, we all have families, we are all dealing with our own trials and struggles. But lets take the focus off of ourselves and take a look around. There are others that need encouragement. Others that need ministering to. Let’s ask the Lord to help us see who those people are and help us be selfless enough to do something about it. In His Service, ~Mike mike@tatescreek.org Tates Creek Christian Church 3150 Tates Creek Road
  • 15. What is Your Story? Student Ministry Brad Haggard As we are working through The Story as a church, the middle school and high school have looked into how our personal stories are challenged by the stories in the Bible. Maybe this is the most important thing that happens to us as we read scripture. The more we read and open up to God’s Spirit, the more we begin to see things as God intends. In the first week of the series, our high school group looked at the story of Jesus meeting the woman at Jacob’s Well in John 4. The woman’s negative view of herself was completely changed by her encounter with Jesus. The woman who shied away from her village in shame sought out people to tell about the Messiah! But it wasn’t only the woman whose story changed. The people in the village, who before had shut her out of society, now believed her when she told them about Jesus (John 4:39). The disciples even had to change the way they thought about ministry when Jesus explained to them that the fields were ready for the harvest (4:31-38). All of them had their eyes opened to a new way of looking at the world because of what Jesus did on that day. The amazing thing about the stories in the Bible is that they can challenge us on different levels. At one point we may identify with the shamed woman, the judgmental townspeople, or even have our eyes opened to the harvest, like the disciples. For a few students, the story is already changing their view and challenging them to save up to help build a clean water well for a rural village in Africa. God’s story is powerful, and I’m excited to see how the lives and personal stories of our students are changed through reading The Story. Let’s lift Him up together! ~ Brad brad@tatescreek.org Lexington, KY 40502 www.tatescreek.org 15
  • 16. People Who Serve Children Make A Difference Children’s Ministry Matt Lee Aly Thompson Is Making A Difference in children’s lives! Inspired by her mom’s dedication to teaching her and her siblings Aly Thompson started serving, in a variety of ways, in the Elementary Ministry as a high school student. Now she is a consistent small group Sunday School leader for the Kindergarten and 1st grade girls. She also recently joined the ministry team and led the entire worship for one Sunday with other faithful volunteers and college friends. As a college student, Aly has chosen to study early childhood education. She loves kids in general, but the happiness and innocence of children make her want to be a better person. It warms her heart when they tell her she is loved. She knows that serving children benefits both the server and the served. She has learned that each child thinks and acts differently, some kids talk and some don’t. Aly loves building a friendship with the girls she serves through teaching. So what advice does this college student have for the rest of the church body? “Always listen to what they have to say. It makes them feel important and loved and they get a sense of security in you being their leader. The giggles, the smiles, and the sweet comments are all reminders that God loves His children so much. He is working through them, as well as me!” Aly Thompson Thank you, Aly, for allowing God to mold and shape you as you serve His precious children! I am so glad that you are using your time wisely to make a difference in the lives of children! ~ Matt matt@tatescreek.org 16 MOVIE NIGHT February 28, 2014 ~ 6:30-8:30 PM Elementary Kids come in pajamas for pizza, popcorn, and a movie in Uptown! You must sign up in advance! Tates Creek Christian Church 3150 Tates Creek Road
  • 17. Critterland News ~ Lesley lesley@tatescreek.org Lexington, KY 40502 www.tatescreek.org Lesley Tipton I came into Critterland on a recent Sunday with the normal expectations of the day—get lessons and crafts set up, prepare Jesus in the Park, and be ready for boundless energy and mini Houdini-like escape attempts. What I didn’t prepare for is how much I would be affected by the day. By the end of the morning I was exhausted, but I felt so much better, spiritually and mentally. The children didn’t care that they had been inside. The enthusiasm they have for learning God’s stories is so amazing, and to hear them shout out the answers to our questions with such excitement is heartwarming. I love knowing what we are doing is making an impact on their minds, and that they are “getting it.” If you are feeling a bit drained by the weather, I encourage you to stop by Critterland. Sometimes it isn’t just the children who benefit from Sunday mornings. Preschool Ministry Do you get the “winter blues?” Winter is usually my favorite season. I love snow and cold temperatures. I love to be snuggled up with family and big fuzzy blankets. This winter though, I have been in the house a bit more than usual (young infants don’t need to be out in the polar vortex!) It has caused me to be a bit down and tired. 17
  • 18. Sunday School Average Attendance December 2013 Infants 7 Walkers 10 2 - 5 Year Old 8 K - 1st grade 13 2nd - 3rd grade 13 Garage 45 54 Middle School 25 High School 20 Alpha/Omega 13 Ashland Terrace 8 Christians in Action 21 Crusaders 56 Faith 13 Fellowship of Believers 17 FOCUS 19 Good News 24 Grace & Truth 57 Grass Roots 13 Heaven Bound 14 In The Word 14 Motivators 3 Open Bible 61 Psalm 34:3 6 Seekers 8 Servants for Christ 31 Upper Room 10 Willing Workers 39 Young Families 9 Miscellaneous Officers Total 18 14 3 604 December Worship Attendance & Giving Total General Fund 1st 804 $31,396. 8th 440 $24,557. 15th 790 $28,624. 22nd 853 $27,916. 29th 738 $32,695. Funds Totals for Dec. Deacons’ Fund $3,880. Growing to Serve $23,273. % of Dollars Given Online 13.6% General Fund Report 2013 Budgeted Need per week $28,487. 2013 Average per week $27,167. December Total Income December Total Expenses Net Excess $145,188. $122,959. $22,229. Indebtedness Mortgage Balance, Dec. 31 $1,631,997. Monthly Payment (Jan. 1) Principal Interest Add’l Principal $34,513. $8,304. $4,584. $16,221. To give online anytime or setup a recurring online gift, visit our website at www. tatescreek.org and click on “Giving”. Tates Creek Christian Church 3150 Tates Creek Road
  • 19. New Members Jennie Peyton By Transfer, January 5 June Veatch Baptized January 9 with husband, Lou Jennie Peyton has lived in Lexington since 1968. She is a retired hairdresser and now stays active by playing pickleball. Jennie has been attending Tates Creek since June of last year at the invitation of Dale Kistler. She comes to us from Northeast Christian where she was baptized in 2003. Her favorite song is “Jesus Loves Me” when sung by children, which coincides with her favorite Bible verse, John 3:16. June Veatch is known by many and has been worshiping with us and attending the Crusaders Sunday School class for over 14 years. Her background is in the Catholic Church, but after some encouraging words from Zella Simpson, she began thinking about baptism. With continued encouragement from her husband, Lou, June was baptized on January 9, 2014. Her favorite Bible passage is 1 Corintians 13. Dr. Bruce & Jann Johnson By Transfer, January 5 Lexington, KY 40502 www.tatescreek.org 19
  • 20. Calendar ~ February 2014 1 Card Ministry, 8:30 am, 102 CR - Choir Room / FH - Fellowship Hall / Fh - Friendship Hall / MMC - Multi Ministry Center / UP - Uptown / WC - Worship Center No. 2 Volume 2 Elders’ Meeting, 6 pm, FH 6 6 Tates Creek Current Monthly Ministry Teams 3 Tates Creek Christian Church Office: (859) 266-1621 3150 Tates Creek Road Web: www.tatescreek.org Lexington, KY 40502 Email: office@tatescreek.org 2 Mary Circle, 10:30 am, Fh Deborah Circle, 7 pm 7 Make a Difference Awards, 6:30 pm, MMC 10 Bluegrass Christian Men’s Fellowship, 5:45 pm 10 Faith Circle, 6:30 am, 104 11 MOPS, 9 am, FH 11 Tabitha Circle, 7 pm 13 Room In The Inn, 5 pm, FH 15 Card Ministry, 8:30 am, 102 16 Singles Potluck, 12:30 pm, FH 17 J.O.Y. Circle, 6:30 am, Fh 20 BWAC, 10:30 am, FH 20 Women’s Ministry, 7 pm, 302 21-22 MS Believe Conf, NKU 23 Don Seevers Concert, 4 pm, WC 25 MOPS, 9 am 27 Room In The Inn, 5 pm, FH 27 Sarah Circle, 7 pm 28 Elem. Movie Night, 6:30 pm, UP Weekly Activities Sunday Evening: Rejoicing Ringers, 4:30 pm, CR Middle School Small Groups, 5:30 pm, 303 The Buzz-High School Worship, 5:30 pm, 303 Evening Worship, 6:30 pm, WC Adult Small Groups, various times and locations Monday Evening: Orchestra rehearsal, 6:15 pm, WC Tuesday Evening: Victory for Life, 6:00 pm, FH Wednesday: Adult Bible Study, 10:30 am, 200A Worship Team rehearsal, 5:30 pm HS Small Groups, 6:30 pm, 303 Oasis Meal, 5:45 pm, MMC Oasis Classes & Choirs, 6:45 pm