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Upcoming Events
November 17: End of Food Drive (Park Avenue Food Pantry)
November 19: Painting Party Fundraiser 6:30 p.m.
November 20: End of Food Drive (Ashland Church)
November 23: Thanksgiving Eve Potluck 6 p.m. & Service 7 p.m. (bring a dish to share)
December 11: Cookies & Carols 6:30 p.m. (bring your favorite cookie to share)
December 24: Christmas Eve Service Family Service 5:30 p.m., Candlelight Service 7 p.m.
December 25: Merry Christmas
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Youth
November 18: Potluck with Grace Ministries & CHPC Ministries
Youth Groups 6:30-8:30 pm
December 2: Dinner & Hangout with Grace Ministries 6:30-8:30 pm
December 14: Caroling & Hot Chocolate 6:30-8:00 pm
December 16: Youth Christmas Party & White Elephant 6:30-8:30 pm
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Children & Youth Families
December 14: Caroling & Hot Chocolate 6:30-8:00 pm
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It is with great sadness and heaviness of heart that we announce the passing of a dear member of our church family, Rose Ford, on November 16, 2022. Rose will be greatly missed and her absence felt. Information about the viewing and service is below.
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Rose Ford
Tuesday, November 22, 2022
Viewing: 8:45–10:15am
Service: 11:00 am
Ashland Church
33 E. Evesham Rd.
Voorhees, NJ 08043
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“But who am I, and what is my people, that we should be able thus to offer willingly? For all things come from you, and of your own have we given you."
1 Chronicles 29:14
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Tithes and Offerings Update
Current General Fund Giving, as of 10/31/2022
Budgeted: $254,880 | Received: $247,481 | Shortfall: $7,399
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Purpose in Repenting
November 13, 2022 | Jamie Cupschalk
Mark 1:14—15; Acts 11:18; Acts 20:21; Acts 26:20
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A Kingdom Forward Life
November 20 we will discover what it is to live a Kingdom Forward Life.
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Food Drives: Last chance to donate!
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Ashland Food Drive
Bags with suggested donations can be found in the back of the auditorium. Please return the bags to the chapel on November 20.
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Park Avenue Food Pantry
Non-perishables will be collected outside of the sanctuary. See full list of needed items there. DONATIONS DUE TODAY.
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Cookies & Carols
December 11, 6:30 p.m.
All ages are welcome to join us as we enjoy some delicious baked goods and festive singing. Bring your favorite cookies to share!
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ABC Needs a Used Laptop
One of our ABC scholars is in need of a laptop for his studies at university. Please see Fred Acheampong by 11/24 if you can donate one.
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Church Cleanup Week: There's Still Time to Help!
November 12–19
We need all hands on deck as we work together to clean up our facility. You can find a list of chores to sign up for here. We look forward to working together!
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Get Involved
We Need You!
Looking to serve? There are always ways to get involved. Click here to see how you can help at Ashland Church!
Urgent needs include: Children's Ministry Admin, A/V Team
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The Book of Ruth: Learn how God is at work in the day to day activities of average people. Follow the characters in the Book of Ruth.
Next week we will begin a study of God's amazing story of redemption and atonement from the book of Hebrews. More details in next week's newsletter!
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The Deeply Formed Life: Let Janine know if you'd like to sign up. If you'd like to purchase the book, you can do that HERE.
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Bible Studies & Small Groups
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Tuesday Morning Bible Study
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The Tuesday morning Bible study meets at 10 a.m. We will continue our study in the book of Genesis, meeting on the second and fourth Tuesdays each month after that.
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The Growth Conversation Series curriculum was created to be an intentional conversation starter and guide to biblical truth. Join us! Study guide is not required to attend.
Take note of the change in meeting dates. The Small Group will meet on 11/17.
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Painting Party Fundraiser
Saturday, November 19th | 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Come paint with us! Create your own Nativity Scene Artwork for yourself or to give as a gift. The cost is $25 or two people for $40. Please bring a snack to share. No experience is necessary, just come and have fun! Scan QR code or click here to sign up.
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Youth Fundraiser to Benefit Retreats and Missions
The cooler weather calls for hoodies! Order an Ashland shirt or hoodie online and it can be shipped directly to you. Your purchase helps raise funds for our retreats and missions.
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Coping with the Holidays
For most people, holidays are a happy, festive time of year. But, for those facing holidays after the loss of a loved one, it can be lonely, depressing, and often difficult to handle. Holidays or not, it is important for you to find a way to take care of yourself. Find more at https://samaritannj.org/resources/coping/
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First Aid Kits
Donations Welcome!
We are updating our first aid kits and looking for donations. You can contribute through the Amazon Wishlist. Check out our wishlist by clicking here. Thank you for helping to keep our church safe and healthy!
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Prayer Shawl Ministry
The Prayer Shawl Ministry is busy making prayer shawls to share with anyone in our congregation, friends or family. They are free and are located in boxes in both hallways across from sanctuary doors. We encourage you to share “a hug,” and let the recipient know that Ashland Church cares and we are praying for them.
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Care and Counsel
If you are struggling, you are not alone. The Care and Counsel ministry is here to help with things like developing a healthy life balance, navigating mental health difficulties, finding professional assistance and more. All services are free of charge and provided by a trained Mental Health Coach. (all inquiries will be kept confidential)
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Prayer Requests?
Reach out to us here to let us know how we can be praying for you. One of our elders or deacons will reach out to you.
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Communion Sunday
Communion is typically served the first Sunday of every month. The next communion will be December 4.
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Sunday
9:00 am – Children, Youth & Adult Sunday School Classes
10:00 am – Fellowship and Coffee
10:30 am – Worship
6:30 pm – Young Adult Small Group (2nd & 4th Sundays)
Monday
7:00 pm – Open Art Studio: Come create with us!
Tuesday
10:00 am – Tuesday Morning Bible Study
6:30 am – Men's Prayer Group
Wednesday
6:30 pm – Youth Worship Group (1st & 3rd Wednesdays)
6:30 pm – Youth Small Group (2nd & 4th Wednesdays)
Thursday
7:00 pm – Women's Small Group (2nd & 4th Thursdays)
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