YOGA AND CHRISTIANITY?

A pair of articles appear in the Charlotte Observer this weekend (see above) which discuss the nature of yoga and its juxtaposition within Christendom. This actually reminds me of the classic argument about the inclusion of rock music within the Christian faith.

As for yoga, 'exercise is exercise,' to a degree -- but it depends on what else is taught with it. That's my opinion, and I'm a-stickin' to it. :)

Speaking of controversial topics, I come across the article on Gene Edwards supposedly debunking the submission of women. I'm not sure I buy it (I haven't seen his arguments entirely) but there it is.

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The US Strategic Prayer Network has earmarked the week of August 21 as the week to pray for North Carolina. State leaders within USSPN have listed the following as the prayer topics: Breaking down walls dividing the church such as race, religion and rituals so that the people can see the glory of God through our unity operating through diversity. Scripture Reference:  John 17:21, 22 and Romans 12:4, 5.

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Perhaps you never wondered. In case you have wondered where some of the churches are in the Triangle that accept gay members, then someone has provided a list for Internet readers here. For some, it serves as a warning list.

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Ken Garfield (Charlotte Observer) reports: So how much free gas did WRCM New Life Christian Radio give away last Saturday when it spent two hours pumping 91.9 seconds of gas into each vehicle that came for the promotion? The station -- heard at 91.9 FM -- pumped more than 3,200 gallons. How much could station announcers pump in 91.9 seconds? About 10 gallons.

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Last week I talked of the Bushiban Coffeehouse in Garner NC (US 70 near Kroger). This week I learn that HisRadio will be broadcasting live from their shop from 7-9am on Friday 12 August. They're there to promote the collection of back-to-school items for children. Check it out. :)

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Alas, my final week of freedom. I go back to the classroom as a teacher next week.

As always, I appreciate your prayers and support for this ministry.

Yours and His,
DG drewgoettman @onlinechristian
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UPDATES THIS WEEK . . .

UPDATED THIS WEEK:
New Counties in Church Directory
Many new entries on our Calendar pages

STORIES WORTH READING:
Score Two for Intelligent Design, Focus on the Family's CitizenLink
Intelligent Design Conference Opens in SC, Greenville (SC) News
On Solid Ground: Evolution versus Intelligent Design, BreakPoint Commentaries with Chuck Colson
Editorial: Religion and Science are Best Taught Separately (I disagree -- DG), Asheville (NC) Citizen-Times
Kernersville Church Youth Group Director Charged with Sex Offenses, Greensboro (NC) News-Record
Federal Appellate Court Turns Back Virginia Parent's Challenge to Pledge, Faith News Network
Planned Parenthood Affiliate Quietly Removes Cartoon Advocating Violence Against Pro-lifers, Christianity Today
Yoga Reaches Many Faiths in Carolinas, Charlotte (NC) Observer
The Yoga Wars, Religion News Service
Nearby Construction May Rattle Asheville's Historic Basilica, Asheville (NC) Citizen-Times
John Holland Loved Hugs, Family, His Church, Charlotte (NC) Observer
Hilton Head Island Church's India Mission Trip Yields Mutual Blessings, Agape Press
Atlanta's "Megafest": A Chance for Families to Pray, Play, Raleigh (NC) News & Observer
MegaFest 2005 Draws More Than 100,000, Religion Journal
Gene Edwards Slaughters Another Sacred Cow: Submission of Women, OpenHeaven.com
Pool of Siloam: Right Where John Said, Los Angeles (CA) Times
Billy Graham's Daughter says Crusade Ministry has Ended, Associated Press
The Crucible of Disgrace: New Biography of Charles Colson Shows Flawed and Gifted Man, Christianity Today
Poll: Most Adults Feel Accepted by God, But Lack a Biblical Worldview, Barna Research Group

AUG 10 WED ( 7:00pm ) BOYER STREET REVIVAL: Bishop Howard Winston
WESLEYAN FIRST CHURCH OF DELIVERANCE, 1201 Boyer St, Raleigh NC. (919) 832-3473. Guest speaker: Bishop Howard Winston, Pastor Trinity United Faith Center Church. 12 Days of Healing and Deliverance Preaching, August 8-19, 7pm nightly. Map.

AUG 10 WED ( 7:30pm ) MOUNTAIN OF WORSHIP: 153
MOUNTAIN OF WORSHIP, 9 Kendrick Ct, Columbia SC. Each week, they start with prayer at Finlay Park Upper Parking Lot and then go feed the poor... and have a Discipleship Bible Study.  Website. For more info contact Danny Steyne. Map.

AUG 11-13 WILLOW CREEK LEADERSHIP SUMMIT 2005: Columbia SC
COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY, 7435 Monticello Rd, Columbia SC. Registration. Map.

AUG 11-13 WILLOW CREEK LEADERSHIP SUMMIT 2005: Myrtle Beach SC
CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 2901 Fantasy Way, Myrtle Beach SC. Registration. Map.

AUG 11 THU ( 6:30am ) MEN'S BIBLE STUDY GROUP in North Raleigh
RAMADA INN, 1520 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh NC. For more info contact Ellis McCoy @ (919) 539-6515. Map .

AUG 11 THU ( 10:00am ) CALL TO PRAYER: TRIANGLE AREA PASTORS
EZRA CONFERENCE CENTER, 3670 Bastion Lane, Raleigh NC. (919) 954-8924. There will be a weekly Unite Raleigh pastors prayer gathering for 90 days, from July 1 to September 29, meeting every Thursday. Area pastors are invited to attend. Prayer times will be about one hour. A number of pastors have even signed a covenant commiting to pray weekly. We thank God for this stirring to pray! Map.

AUG 11 THU ( 10:30am and 7:00pm ) VEGGIE TALES "ROCKIN' TOUR LIVE" at RBC Center
RBC CENTER, 1400 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh NC. Ticket info. Map.

AUG 11 THU ( 12:00nn-1:00pm ) PASTOR'S PRAYER MEETING (open to all believers)
PILOT MOUNTAIN BAPTIST ASSOCIATION, 1105 Long Dr, Winston Salem NC. (336) 759-7622. Meets every Thursday in "The Upper Room". For more information, contact Sid Brown. Map.

AUG 11 THU ( 7:00pm ) BOYER STREET REVIVAL: Harold Council
WESLEYAN FIRST CHURCH OF DELIVERANCE, 1201 Boyer St, Raleigh NC. (919) 832-3473. Guest speaker: Elder Harold Council, Pastor Eagle's Christian Center, Intl. 12 Days of Healing and Deliverance Preaching, August 8-19, 7pm nightly. Map.

AUG 12-13 SEMINAR: TOOLS FOR LIFE-CHANGING BIBLE STUDY with Precept Ministries
PLEASANT GARDEN BAPTIST CHURCH, 1415 Neelley Rd, Pleasant Garden NC . (336) 674-5382. If you long to know God and yearn for a deep and abiding relationship with Him, attend a Precept Ministries International Training Workshop and learn how to interact with God's Word personally, absorb its meaning and let God engrave His truth on your heart, mind and life through using the age old method of Inductive Bible Study – Learn to see truth for yourself, discern what it means, and apply that truth to your life. Register Online. Map.

AUG 12-14 JACK FROST CONFERENCE: Embracing The Father's Love
RIVER OF LIFE CHURCH, 5508 Munford Rd, Raleigh NC. (919) 781-8731. Shiloh Place Ministries. Map.

AUG 12 FRI ( 7:00pm ) "CELEBRATION JESUS" with BEN TANKARD and others
EZRA CONFERENCE CENTER, 3670 Bastion Lane, Raleigh NC 27604. (919) 954-8924. Doorkeeper Ministries presents Ben and Jewel Tankard, along with Wake Field Praise & Worship Team and the Raleigh North Praise & Worship Team. Map.

AUG 12 FRI ( 7:00pm ) NAOMI & THE SEGOS, THE PROCLAIMERS in concert
LIGHTHOUSE CONVENTION CENTER, 326 Tryon Rd, Raleigh NC 27603. (919) 661-6902. Admission free, love offering will be received. Map.

AUG 12 FRI ( 7:00pm ) BOYER STREET REVIVAL: Bishop William Spain
WESLEYAN FIRST CHURCH OF DELIVERANCE, 1201 Boyer St, Raleigh NC. (919) 832-3473. Guest speaker: Bishop William Spain, Pastor The Glorious Church. 12 Days of Healing and Deliverance Preaching, August 8-19, 7pm nightly. Map.

AUG 12 FRI ( 7:30pm ) BELIEVER'S COMMUNITY Singles' Gathering
CROSSROADS FELLOWSHIP, 2721 E Millbrook Rd Raleigh NC. (919) 981-0222. Single adults of all ages come together for a fellowship, message, and music. Free event with free childcare and refreshments. 2nd Friday of the month. More info. Map.

AUG 12 FRI ( 7:30pm ) DECYFER, MARKED, CRIMSON INK in concert
THE EXIT, 365 West Bodenhamer St, Kernersville NC. (336) 992-6881. Christian Club with Rock Stage and Acoustic Stage. Tickets $5. Venue. Map.

AUG 12 FRI ( 7:30-10:00pm ) CHRISTIAN SKATE NIGHT at the Garner Ice House
GARNER ICE HOUSE, 103 New Rand Rd, Garner NC. (919) 861-7465. $5.50 per person. Every second Friday of the month, ome out and join us for an evening of ice-skating, Christian music, trivia and giveaways. Website. Map .

AUG 12 FRI ( 8:00-11:00pm ) FRIDAY NIGHT DANCE FOR SINGLES AND COUPLES
PERRY AUCTION & BLUEGRASS BARN, 316 Sharon School Rd, Statesville NC. (704) 871-8353.  They try to provide a clean family atmosphere with no smoking or alcohol allowed for any of our events.  They have a wonderful dance band called Drive-N-Country who plays oldies & new country and beach music.  Admission is $7 single/ $12 couples / $4 children 12 & under.  They have a caterer who sells hotdogs, hamburgers, BBQ, etc.  For more info contact Faye Perry. Map.

AUG 12 FRI ( 8:00pm ) KAREN CREEL in concert
ENCOURAGING CUP OF MY FATHERS HOUSE, 3099 Hendersonville Rd, Fletcher NC. (828) 684-2871. Original worship singer / songwriter. Suggested donation $3. Website . Map.

AUG 12 FRI ( 8:00pm ) COMMON GROUND in concert
THE WELL, 220 Main Street, Pineville (Charlotte) NC. (704) 889-4325. $5 suggested donation. These guys are an acoustic driven duo with an emphasis on meaningful lyrics. You should definitely come check them out. Website. Map.

AUG 12 FRI ( 9:00pm ) AS ALWAYS, A CADENCE OF SORTS in concert
CUP OF LIFE YOUTH COFFEEHOUSE, 1475A Highland Ave.,  Hickory NC. (828) 324-7850. Open Friday nights from 7-11 PM with live music starting at 9 PM. Website. Map.

AUG 13 SAT ( 7:00pm ) THE SOUL SEEKERS in concert
LEESVILLE ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH, 13305 Leesville Church Road, Raleigh NC. Artist website. Map.

AUG 13 SAT ( 8:00pm ) MARK WILLIAMS in concert
VIA CAPPUCCINO, 3002 Sunset Ave, Rocky Mount NC. (252) 937-0004. "Mark comes back with his great style of Christian tunes." Map

AUG 13 SAT ( 8:00pm ) SHELTON in concert
THE WELL, 220 Main Street, Pineville (Charlotte) NC. (704) 889-4325. $5 suggested donation. A night of acoustic blues and old time gospel music. Definitely a night for those who enjoy listening to 20's and 30's blues. Website. Map.

AUG 13 SAT ( 9:00pm ) FAREWELL TOUR in concert
THE UPPER ROOM, 129 W Broad St, Statesville NC. (704) 924-7728. Admission free before 8:00 PM; $2 afterward. Re-entry $1 or 5 minute coversation with a volunteer . Map.

AUG 14 SUN ( 6:00pm ) "BACK TO SCHOOL" CONCERT FOR COMMUNITY at St. Augustine College
EMERY GYMNASIUM, St. Augustine College, 1315 Oakwood Ave, Raleigh NC. WAUG along with PD Soul Entertainment will host a "Back To School" Concert at 6:00pm with doors opening at 5:00pm. The Concert will feature: § C.O.G. (Child Of God) § Kelly Glo § Navi § Ra Srvnt § E.S.T. (Evangelical Street Teaching) The Concert is free to the public and the hosts will be giving away school supplies. Robin Burnett from WAUG can be reached for inquires at (919) 516-4428. Map.

AUG 15 MON ( 7:00pm ) BOYER STREET REVIVAL: Dr. Velma Champlain
WESLEYAN FIRST CHURCH OF DELIVERANCE, 1201 Boyer St, Raleigh NC. (919) 832-3473. Guest speaker: Dr. Velma Champlain, Pastor First Church of God, August 8-19, 7pm nightly. Map.

AUG 16 TUE ( 7-8am ) II CHRON 7:14 PASTORS PRAYER GATHERINGS
BETHLEHEM BAPTIST CHURCH , 7215 Six Forks Road, Raleigh NC. This gathering has been a followup to the Raleigh Promise Keepers outreach in 2002. You are encouraged to join with area pastors to pray each 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month as we humble ourselves, seek God's face and confess our sins. We pray that as we ourselves draw near to God in this way, the area Body of Christ will be encouraged to do likewise. Such is the air that revival breathes. Map .. Email Don Rayno .

AUG 16 TUE ( 9:15am ) DURHAM MINISTERS IN PRAYER Weekly Meeting
DAYSPRING FELLOWSHIP, 922 9th St, Durham NC. (919) 286-1058. If you are a minister of Jesus Christ, please join us in united prayer. Durham Ministers in Prayer . Map .

AUG 16 TUE ( 7:00pm ) DURHAM/ORANGE CHAPTER OF CALLED2ACTION Monthly Meeting
CELEBRATION ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 114 Weaver Dairy Rd, Chapel Hill NC. (919) 968-3455. Meets every 3rd Tuesday, contact Dr. Hazen Ham for more info. Main Called2Action website. Map.

AUG 16 TUE ( 7:00pm ) BOYER STREET REVIVAL: Paul Atlas
WESLEYAN FIRST CHURCH OF DELIVERANCE, 1201 Boyer St, Raleigh NC. (919) 832-3473. Guest speaker: Elder Paul Atlas, Minister of Music Grace AME Zion Church, August 8-19, 7pm nightly. Map.

AUG 17 WED ( 8:00-9:00am ) CITYWIDE PRAYER for Statesville NC
IREDELL COUNTY YMCA, 828 Wesley Drive, Statesville NC. We are meeting at the YMCA every Wednesday morning. For more information, contact Michael Maffucci at (704) 876-2929. Map .

AUG 17 WED ( 12:30pm ) PRAYERWALK in Uptown Charlotte
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, 301 S Davidson St, Charlotte NC. We meet in front of Charlotte's First Baptist Church to pray through uptown Charlotte each week at this time. Some of us meet for lunch at First Baptist (11:45-12:30) and then prayerwalk together. If it is rainy, we either walk with umbrellas or "prayer-drive" around the center city. If you have questions, please call (704) 737-7770. If you have a prayer burden during this prayer time (12:30-1:30 pm), please call this same mobile number and we'll lift up the burden in prayer as we prayerwalk. If you cannot be with us today, prayerwalk where you are, interceding onsite with insight. Sponsored by Metrolina Prayer Network . Map .

AUG 17 WED ( 7:00pm ) BOYER STREET REVIVAL: Ronald Sharpe
WESLEYAN FIRST CHURCH OF DELIVERANCE, 1201 Boyer St, Raleigh NC. (919) 832-3473. Guest speaker: Elder Ronald Sharpe, Pastor Powerhouse Church of Jesus Christ, August 8-19, 7pm nightly. Map.

AUG 17 WED ( 7:30pm ) MOUNTAIN OF WORSHIP: 153
MOUNTAIN OF WORSHIP, 9 Kendrick Ct, Columbia SC. Each week, they start with prayer at Finlay Park Upper Parking Lot and then go feed the poor... and have a Discipleship Bible Study.  Website. For more info contact Danny Steyne. Map.

AUG 18-19 SEMINAR: The Art and Science of Grant-Writing
CHURCH OF CHRIST, 700 Brooks Ave, Raleigh NC. (919) 821-2400. Faith-Based and Community Organizations are encouraged to learn The Art and Science of Grant Writing from trained HUD staff! You will receive personal instruction from key HUD staff on how to become more competitive for federal grant funds, securing a 501c3, and the organizational structure necessary to secure government funds. Not only will the information prepare you to apply for public funds but also corporate and foundation sources! These two day trainings have helped hundreds of organizations obtain over $48 million in funding. For more info contact Cecil Brown at (336) 547-4001 Ext. 2059. Map.

AUG 18 THU ( 6:30am ) MEN'S BIBLE STUDY GROUP in North Raleigh
RAMADA INN, 1520 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh NC. For more info contact Ellis McCoy @ (919) 539-6515. Map .

AUG 18 THU ( 9:00am-12:00nn ) FREE BACK-TO-SCHOOL HAIRCUTS with Harris Barber College
FAMILY LIFE CENTER, 909 E Lee St, Smithfield NC. (919) 989-9441. The Family Life Center in conjunction with the Harris Barber College are offering free haircuts to prepare children for the 2005-2006 school year. Refreshments and school supplies will be given away (while they last) and this event is free and open to the public. This event is one of several back to school events the Family Life Center is hosting. This is a free event and open to the public. For more information please contact: Mr. Dennis Holmes at 919-989-9441. Map.

AUG 18 THU ( 10:00am ) CALL TO PRAYER: TRIANGLE AREA PASTORS
EZRA CONFERENCE CENTER, 3670 Bastion Lane, Raleigh NC. (919) 954-8924. There will be a weekly Unite Raleigh pastors prayer gathering for 90 days, from July 1 to September 29, meeting every Thursday. Area pastors are invited to attend. Prayer times will be about one hour. A number of pastors have even signed a covenant commiting to pray weekly. We thank God for this stirring to pray! Map.

AUG 18 THU ( 12:00nn-1:00pm ) PASTOR'S PRAYER MEETING (open to all believers)
PILOT MOUNTAIN BAPTIST ASSOCIATION, 1105 Long Dr, Winston Salem NC. (336) 759-7622. Meets every Thursday in "The Upper Room". For more information, contact Sid Brown. Map.

AUG 18 THU ( 7:00pm ) BOYER STREET REVIVAL: Dr. Lola Fuller
WESLEYAN FIRST CHURCH OF DELIVERANCE, 1201 Boyer St, Raleigh NC. (919) 832-3473. Guest speaker: Dr. Lola Fuller, Pastor Shalom Christian Community Church, August 8-19, 7pm nightly. Map.

AUG 19-20 GREENVILLE WORSHIPFEST 2005
FAITH AND VICTORY CHURCH, 3950 Victory Ln, Winterville NC. Featuring worship, teaching, workshops. Details . Map.

AUG 19 FRI ( 7:00pm ) PRAYER GATHERING FOR THE NATIONS
CARY CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY, 314 Bashford Rd, Raleigh NC. (919) 233-7729. Come join us for a powerful time of Celebration Of Nations. Hear from “Ambassadors” from 3 nations. Pray together with the Body of Christ. We will penetrate the darkness by prayer. It is a non-denominational event as well as multicultural. For more info contact Judy Laidley. Map.

AUG 19 FRI ( 7:00pm ) BOYER STREET REVIVAL: Dr. Lillie Jones
WESLEYAN FIRST CHURCH OF DELIVERANCE, 1201 Boyer St, Raleigh NC. (919) 832-3473. Guest speaker: Dr. Lillie Jones, Pastor Fountain of Living Waters Church, August 8-19, 7pm nightly. Map.

AUG 19 FRI ( 7:00pm ) CROSSROADS BLUEGRASS BAND, BLACK CREEK BLUEGRASS GOSPEL BAND
LIGHTHOUSE CONVENTION CENTER, 326 Tryon Rd, Raleigh NC 27603. (919) 661-6902. Admission free, love offering will be received. Map.

AUG 19 FRI ( 7:00pm ) DANNY SMITH in concert (formerly of Trilogy)
CAMP VANDEMERE, 215 3rd St, Vandemere NC. Artist website. Map.

AUG 19 FRI ( 8:00pm ) STEWART BRISCAR in concert
VIA CAPPUCCINO, 3002 Sunset Ave, Rocky Mount NC. (252) 937-0004. "Christian acoustic." Map

AUG 19 FRI ( 8:00pm ) 8TH STREET STEREO in concert
THE WELL, 220 Main Street, Pineville (Charlotte) NC. (704) 889-4325. $5 suggested donation. Cory, Ryan, and Dave play a type of rock that incorporates a jazz flavor. Website. Map.

AUG 19 FRI ( 8:00-11:00pm ) FRIDAY NIGHT DANCE FOR SINGLES AND COUPLES
PERRY AUCTION & BLUEGRASS BARN, 316 Sharon School Rd, Statesville NC. (704) 871-8353.  They try to provide a clean family atmosphere with no smoking or alcohol allowed for any of our events.  They have a wonderful dance band called Drive-N-Country who plays oldies & new country and beach music.  Admission is $7 single/ $12 couples / $4 children 12 & under.  They have a caterer who sells hotdogs, hamburgers, BBQ, etc.  For more info contact Faye Perry. Map.

AUG 19 FRI ( 8:00pm ) DAVE FORAKER & THE EMMAUS ROAD BAND in concert
ENCOURAGING CUP OF MY FATHERS HOUSE, 3099 Hendersonville Rd, Fletcher NC. (828) 684-2871. Original Blues & Folk Band. Suggested donation $3. Website . Map.

AUG 19 FRI ( 9:00pm ) SEVEN DAY JOURNEY, OLD MAN IS DEAD in concert
CUP OF LIFE YOUTH COFFEEHOUSE, 1475A Highland Ave.,  Hickory NC. (828) 324-7850. Open Friday nights from 7-11 PM with live music starting at 9 PM. Website. Map.

AUG 19 FRI ( TBA ) THE7METHOD, MARKD in concert (secular venue)
SOMEWHERE ELSE TAVERN, 5713 W Friendly Ave, Greensboro NC. (336) 292-5464. Venue. Map.

AUG 20 SAT ( 10:00am-12:00nn ) A PLACE FOR MEN: Men's Outreach
BUILDING TOGETHER MINISTRIES, 1116 N Blount St, Raleigh NC. (919) 834-7706. This gathering of men permits the communication of feelings and fears, values and vices, anxieties and aspirations.  Meets every 3rd Saturday. For more info contact Dennis Gaddy at (919) 682-8473 ext. 14, or 614-2369; www.btministries.com . Map.

AUG 20 SAT ( 7:00pm ) THE MILLS FAMILY, THE OXENDINES in concert
GRAND OLE GOSPEL THEATER, 485 Carrow Rd, Chocowinity NC. (252) 975-2117. Tickets $8 advance, group rates available. Venue website. Map.

AUG 20 SAT ( 8:00pm ) TAYLOR BURTON in concert
THE WELL, 220 Main Street, Pineville (Charlotte) NC. (704) 889-4325. $5 suggested donation. Taylor is a fixture around Charlotte as an acoustic guitarist and vocalist for some covers and originals. And he's the only guy I know who can still feel manly after covering a Britney Spears song (and he actually makes the song good). Website. Map.

AUG 20 SAT ( 8:00pm ) THIEVES RANSOM in concert
ENCOURAGING CUP OF MY FATHERS HOUSE, 3099 Hendersonville Rd, Fletcher NC. (828) 684-2871. Dynamic Christian Rock Band. Suggested donation $3. Website . Map.

AUG 20 SAT ( TBA ) THE7METHOD in concert
HOUSE OF WORSHIP, 152 Sparta Road, North Wilkesboro NC. Map.

AUG 21 SUN ( 11:00am ) DANNY SMITH in concert (formerly of Trilogy)
MT ZION ORIGINAL FREE WILL BAPTIST CHURCH, Lynchs Beach Loop, Bayboro NC. (252) 745-5509. Artist website. Map.

AUG 21 SUN ( 1:00pm ) THE SOUL SEEKERS in concert
VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH, 12208 Victory Church Rd, Raleigh NC. (919) 847-4876. Map.

AUG 21 SUN ( 7:00pm ) DANNY SMITH in concert (formerly of Trilogy)
BAYBORO BAPTIST CHURCH, Main Canal, Bayboro NC. (252) 745-4106 . Artist website. Map.

NEEDS: WLFJ Ministries August Update
In Psalm 34 it says to praise the Lord at all times.  Jesus is worthy of all praise.  He has given us many reasons to give Him thanks and praise.  Last night I sent out an email asking volunteers to pray for a provision of food for today.  The crowds have been large this week, and the food in the CRC was very low.  Several volunteers came in today with food from their pantries to help restock shelves.    A small Church donated $100 in canned goods so there would be stocked shelves for our needy communtiy. (There are now 5 or 6 cans leftover after a full day of ministry.)   Praise the Lord our Provider!! On Friday a regular shopper (fellow believer) came in asking for prayer.  She had been in the week before asking for prayer over her family because of the evil on the streets in their neighborhood.  Through her tears she shared with a volunteer in the prayer center that her son had been killed this week.  She was coming to simply ask for prayer in her  time of need.  As the volunteer ministered to her the presence of the Lord was amazing.  Jesus touched her.  She experienced His peace, presence, and comfort.  As the volunteer prayed encouraging her to let go of the pain and put it all under the blood, not trying to understand or make sense of it, just leave it with Jesus--she did.  God had worked a miracle.  Yet, there was another miracle about to happen.  The man waiting after her for prayer (also a believer) told the volunteer that he wanted to forget all the things he came in to receive and just receive the kind of prayer ministry that this lady had received.  He was experiencing God's call on his life to surrender.  As they prayed, God challenged him to go the neighborhood where this son was killed to witness and minister to those caught in satan's evil trap.  He accepted the challenge.  What a humbling experience it was to realize the powerful moving of the Spirit in the lives of these two hurting people.  If you looked around at the circumstances of the day, it was a hot, sweaty, busy day.  If you look with spiritual eyes, you see the redeeming work of God taking what was a senseless death and turning it around for Kingdom purposes.  Praise the Lord with us for His goodness, comfort, and redemption . On Wednesday a lady named JoAnne came using a walker because of a stroke.  She recently have been living in the homeless shelter.  JoAnne received Christ, and left the CRC with Jesus, with hope, and with many needed resources.  Praise the Lord!! Thank you to all who have volunteered this week.  Thank you to Christ Covenant Church of Raleigh for heading up the ministry at the CRC today and bringing so many volunteers with a heart to do whatever was needed. Praises, Linda Williams Director With Love From Jesus Ministries
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There are 3 Easy Steps to Volunteering at WLFJ:
Step #1: Simply show-up and volunteer on-the-spot ANYTIME 10-4 M-S. Upon arrival you'll be asked to sign the "On-The-Spot Volunteer Agreement" providing limited service until you go through volunteer orientation.
Step #2: Sign-up and attend volunteer orientation ASAP.
Step #3: Get on the volunteer schedule. Historically, those that do not schedule their service end up not serving.
We Welcome and Need Mission Groups:
Regularly - men, youth, women, church, homeschool and a variety of other groups come serve together by appointment only. Please contact Linda Williams by email or at 233-8010 x 11 to schedule your group.
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For more information call (919) 233-8010 or visit www.withlovefromJesus.org Map. (Update: 08/06/05).

NEED: Volunteers for Habitat for Humanity
Big Need-- Office help: If you are able to come in Monday, Tuesday, or Thursday between 9am and 5pm, we always need help with data entry and other basics like filing, making calls, etc. A commitment of at least 3 hours once per week works best. If you can help regularly, contact Pete Farquhar at (919) 833-1999 x223.
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ReUse Volunteering: The ReUse Center has  two needs . 1) A customer service person is needed for Saturdays, 8:30AM - 5PM at least once per month. You would learn the ropes at the center and help the staff on their busiest day of the week.  2 ) General help on weekdays, any time 9AM to 6PM, particularly with processing incoming wood donations. A regular commitment here would also be great but not required. Please let us know if any of these opportunities sound of interest-- our ReUse Center is growing and really needs volunteer support. Contact Pete Farquhar at (919) 833-1999 x223.
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Lunches on Saturday - we need lunches for almost every Saturday. If you make approximately 20 lunches, that is plenty to feed one house worth of Saturday volunteers. Anything is fine-- just make sure you make it fairly substantial-- good to bring some extra sandwiches just in case. Also good if you can do drinks, napkins, utensils, etc. Just let me know if you want to pick a date and I can assign you to a site. A monthly commitment (first Saturday, second Saturday etc.) would be especially appreciated but not required . Contact Pete Farquhar at (919) 833-1999 x223. (Updated 12/01/03)

)NEED: TVCF Food Pantry Needs Donations
The Triangle Vineyard Christian Fellowship operates a food pantry in the building behind the Vineyard Cafe (3915 Western Blvd, Raleigh). The Pantry provides food for many of the neighbors in the nearby Kentwood area. If you would like to help, you may bring canned goods or other non-perishable foods to the Cafe the next time you stop in. If you would like to know more about the Pantry, go to their website.

NEED: Biblical Wellness Ministries Food Pantry Needs Donations
BWM has a food pantry to assist pastors and their families.  If you would like to donate canned food or other non-perishable items please contact BWM at (919) 783-6075.

07/08/05: American Family Association: Nike Endorses Homos*xual Civil Unions, Next Step Marriage
Homosexual activists are working to get other corporations to follow the lead of Nike. Many corporations are already donating large sums to homosexual organizations to support their agenda. Sending a message to Nike will send a message to those corporations poised to support homosexual unions. Details. HERE .

07/07/05: American Family Association: Stop the Government from Seizing Private Property
The Supreme Court has ruled that the government can take property from the individual and give it to a private corporation.  They ruled that the city of New London, CT, can force 15 homeowners to give up their private property so that it can be turned over to private developers. Urge Your Senators To Vote For S. 1313. Details. HERE .

07/05/05: Moral Majority:  Grassfire Petition for President Bush
Help Jerry Falwell in quickly letting President Bush know we mean business in our determination to see that a true pro-family, pro-life conservative is appointed by him and confirmed by the Senate as Supreme Court Justice. Details. HERE .

07/01/05: American Family Association:  Supreme Court Nominee ... Stand With The President
Send the email asking that the President hold fast on his promise and appoint someone with the philosophy of Justices Scalia and Thomas. He will be under tremendous pressure from every leftwing organization and Senator in the country to back down and appoint a liberal. Details. HERE .

06/28/05: American Family Association:  Allstate Fires Manager for Christian Beliefs on Homos*xuality
Allstate has sent a message to all their agents: If you are a Christian and believe the Bible's teaching on homosexuality, you will be fired. Send Allstate Chairman Edward M. Liddy an email to register your complaint demanding both a public apology and reinstatement for Mr. Barber with back pay. Details. HERE .

06/28/05: Center for Reclaiming America:  Petition to Stop Judicial Tyranny -- Courts Ban Commandments
The Center for Reclaiming America for Christ is rallying hundreds of thousands of citizens to sign this “Petition to Stop Judicial Tyranny” and break the ideological blockade. Details. HERE .

Undated: Focus on the Family:  Take Action Against Judicial Tyranny -- More Information & Resources
Focus on the Famly provides articles and references on the judicial nominees and the filibusters that are being used. Details. HERE .

06/08/05: American Family Association:  Kraft is Major Sponsor of 2006 Gay Olympic Games
The gay games are supported and endorsed by dozens of homos*xual activist groups and organizations, including homos*xual magazines and television outlets. Tell Kraft to drop their corporate sponsorship of the 2006 Gay Games in Chicago. Details. HERE .

05/18/05: American Family Association: Networks Give OK to Condom Ads During Prime Time TV
Send an email to your Senators and Representative asking them to stop the abuse by contacting the major networks. Tell them to get personally involved to make sure our children aren't subjected to condom ads on television. Details. HERE .