recap | mar 2013
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The ReCAP is the official newsletter of the Capitol City Seventh-day Adventist Church. Inside this edition: We Are Witnesses; Valentine's Banquet; Couple's Nighto Out; Lord, I Declare; The Success Formula; How to iWitness and much more!TRANSCRIPT
Inside this issue:
We Are Witnesses! 1
We Are Witnesses! 2
Shawn Boonstra 2
Alcohol & Cancer 4
Lord I Declare! 4
Making the Link 5
Couple’s Night Out 5
Youth SPOTlight 6
Earliteen Class 6
Calendar of Events 7
Valentines Banquet 3
How to iWitness 8
March 2013
Volume 4, Issue 2
Stories from the past, inspiring our future
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We Are Witnesses!We Are Witnesses! by Pastor William Lee
Dear Capitol City Church Family: Wow, what a wonderful start to a brand New Year. January and February have been wonderful months of ministry here at Capitol City. The Spirit of God is moving among us and it is evident as lives are being transformed. The words of the Prophet Isaiah in Isaiah 43:19 are ringing true for us. God says, “For I am about to do a brand-new thing. See, I have already begun! Do you not see it? I will make a pathway through the wilderness for my people to come home. I will create rivers for them in the desert!” Several individuals have made commitments to God and we’ve witnessed new birth by baptism since the start of the year.
Over the last couple of months I have been reminding us that we must allow God to have complete control in our lives. For it is when the Spirit of God dwells in us that genuine reformation and transformation will happen. Again, I want to encourage you to daily ask God for the fresh baptism of the Holy Spirit (Luke 11:13). Yesterday’s victories will not suffice for today’s battles. We need a fresh anointing from God each day.
Since the first Sabbath of this year I have been teaching and preaching about our theme for the year. By now I’m sure you have heard our church theme for 2013 is, “From Membership to Discipleship.” God has not called us just to be “members” in the church, but the biblical mandate is that we become “disciples.” Disciples are spiritual, committed, and faithful. Discipleship is an experience. It takes more than a mere one time belief. It is a life long commitment. It has to be practiced for a lifetime. It calls for following Jesus. It calls for spreading the gospel. It calls for responding to the needs of others. It calls for making other disciples. It calls for going. The Discipleship Model asks people to risk the safety and ease of what they’ve known in order to leave a legacy of offering freedom and healing and relief for people in need. We are disciples of Jesus Christ.
One of the highlights of the past two months happened on Sabbath February 16. We called this day, “Bring a Friend to Church Sabbath.” On that Sabbath we saw over 400 individuals attend our morning worship services. The Spirit of God was present and many
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We Are Witnesses! (continued) by Pastor William J Lee
responded to the appeal to accept Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior. Many more commented about their positive experience at Capitol City and countless seeds were sowed! To God be the glory! Let me also say, “Thank you” Capitol City for sharing your faith.
Remember, church growth studies anywhere between 80 – 96% of “unchurched” persons said they would attend church if invited. (churchcentral.com) God has called us to be His witnesses. (Isaiah 43:10-12). Jesus said we are the “salt and light of the world.” (Matthew 5) When Andrew found Jesus he brought his brother Peter to Jesus. We whom have received light from the Lord should share the light with a dying world. Let’s model the disciples in the Bible by inviting others into a saving relationship with Jesus Christ. Remember the words of Jesus, “For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost.” Luke 19:10. Let’s throw out the life-line.
As we continue this year here’s what I need for us to do:
Make Jesus your top priority!
• Pray for the Outpouring of the Holy Spirit
• Come to Church!
• Join at least one (1) Ministry
• Give financially to help advance God’s Kingdom
• Support Church events!
• Invite someone to church each week!
William J Lee
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Shaun Boostra | Coming to Capitol City on Mar 9th by Pastor William Lee
Pastor Shawn Boonstra, the former Speaker/Director for the World-Wide Television Ministry of "It Is Written", will be our Divine Hour Speaker on Mar 9th. Pastor Boonstra will also be holding an Evangelism training at the Glendale Seventh-day Adventist Church on Mar 9th, 3p Boonstra made the decision to commit his life to gospel ministry after attending an It Is Written series in the city of Victoria 17 years ago. Between 2004 and 2010, he appeared weekly on the main It Is Written television program (and podcast). In the last few years, Boonstra has held major
series in Portland, Los Angeles, and even the heart of Rome! He has written more than 15 books. His clear grasp of Scripture and his warm, dynamic presentation style have been an inspiration to many. He, his wife Jean, and their two daughters live in Southern California.
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Valentine’s School Banquet by Norris Ncube
Photography co
urtesy of W
ayne Burrell
On Sunday Feb 10th, the
Capitol City Seventh-day
Adventist School held a Talent
and Fashion Show fundraiser.
The goal is to involve the
constituency in raising funds for
the general expenses of the
school.
The churches and
community members came
together in support of the school’s
endeavors. We had an
unprecedented attendance where
every chair in the building was
used and it was standing room
only. Young people displayed
their talents in music (singing,
strengths of its diversity and
reaches out to help the school
meet the needs of the school.
If you would like to
support the students and faculty
of the Capitol City Seventh-day
Adventist School, simply contact
Principal Norris Ncube
317-874-8528).
Donations can be made by either
sending a check addressed to
Capitol City Seventh-day
Adventist School, 2143 Boule-
vard Place, Indianapolis, IN
46202 or you can make a
donation through any of our area
constituent Adventist churches.
and playing instruments). Com-
munity members added to the day
by doing hair, and dressing the
children for the show. The high-
light of the evening were the mod-
els of all ages that took to the run-
way to strut their stuff for the cam-
eras.
The program raised
$3,000+, which will be used for
general expenses of the school.
Special thanks and recog-
nition go to Sister Lizzie Strange,
Sharon Justice, Latoria Thomas-
Lee (Home & School Ministry
Leader, Capitol City Seventh-day
Adventist Church), Sibhekile
Washington (Education Ministry
Leader, Capitol City Seventh-day
Adventist Church), Carmelita
Richardson, Jennifer Bolejack,
Debra Wilburn-Jointer and many
others who worked behind the
scenes.
Up next for our school is
an International Day Celebration
coming in mid-May. This is
another occasion where the
community celebrates the
To see images from this event, scan this barcode with your smart phone’s barcode reader app or visit http://
bit.ly/13kJVbE .
See all of our church photos by clicking the ‘Church Photos’ tab
on our website. www.capitolcitysdachurch.org
Photography co
urtesy of W
ayne Burrell
Photography co
urtesy of W
ayne Burrell
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Alcohol use was responsible for about 3.5% of all cancer deaths in the U.S. in 2009, according to a study in the American Journal of Public Health. Researchers combined results of population surveys about alcohol use with the relative risks for cancer mortality observed in meta-analyses. In men, the majority of the alcohol-related cancer deaths were due to cancers of the oral cavity, pharynx, larynx, and esophagus. In women, the majority were due to breast cancer. Each cancer death resulted in roughly 18 years of potential life lost. Roughly 30% of the alcohol-attributable cancer deaths occurred in people who drank about 1.5 or fewer drinks per day. As to the mechanism for these effects, the authors offer: "genotoxic effects of acetaldehyde, production of reactive oxygen or nitrogen species, changes in folate metabolism, increased estrogen concentration, or serving as a solvent for tobacco metabolites." The authors call for clear statements of the danger from healthcare organizations, emphasizing that "there is no safe level at which there is no cancer risk." Alcohol and breast cancer Alcohol may also raise a woman’s chance of developing breast cancer. Each additional 10 grams of alcohol (the amount in about one 4-oz glass of wine) per day raises the relative risk of developing breast cancer over a lifetime by about 10% . Here’s Some Perspective: A woman’s overall lifetime risk of breast cancer is almost 9 in 100 if she drinks no alcohol. Two drinks per day increases the risk to just over 10 in 100, while six drinks a day ups her risk to about 13 in 100. SOURCE(S): American Journal of Public Health article (http://bit.ly/XE2cN1 - Free Abstract); Background: Journal Watch General Medicine summary on alcohol lowering the risk for CHD and overall mortality (http://bit.ly/YB2Nv5 - registration required)
Health Nugget | Alcohol and Cancer by Dr. Avonelle Dorant
When you’re considering giving offering to the church, you may be feeling as many of us have at one time or another, that you have too much going on to return 10% of your earnings let alone an additional offering. You may say “God, I just don’t I can return what you have asked me and still be able to make it.” “God, I do return my tithe faithfully, but I can’t foresee giving a liberal offering on top of that.” “Lord, I just don’t agree with what the church board does with the mon-ey that is given.” “Lord, now you know everything. So you know that with all my bills and obliga-tions that there’s not enough left to return to you.” It’s not enough to pray about these feelings, but we must these 5 declarations: Lord I declare that I will..
that simply need to move out of our way. God says that you can speak to the mountain and tell it to move. Tell your mountain, whether it be debt, doubt, addiction, affliction, or what-ever it is that is keeping you from serving God and being faithful in your tithes and offering. Tell it:
“You will not defeat me, you will come at me with natural weapons, but I come at you in the name of my Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. So I declare that you be removed. I am blessed and I can not be cursed.”
1. ...no longer believe that I can’t make it if I follow your commands because you said you shall supply all of my needs.
2. ...not only return a faithful tithe, but I will prove you Lord by giving a liberal offering.
3. ...no longer concern myself with what others are doing, but that I am being faithful un-to you in tithes & offering. I will trust that you have a hand in what our church leaders are doing and that it is to your name’s honor and glory.
4. ..return to you first what you have asked of me and know that you will take care of the rest.
5. ...not complain about the needs of the church if I am not doing my part.
All of these things are mountains
Stewardship Emphasis | Lord I Declare! by Nicole Morris
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APRIL 19th-21th: 'Weekend to Remember': Downtown Indianapolis at the JW Marriott. This is an important marriage building seminar that allows you to spend quality one on one time with your mate focusing on building and improving your relationship. This seminar has been instrumental in saving marriages that were on the brink of disaster. You cannot afford to miss it. We are asking that the men be proactive in encouraging and inviting your spouses to attend. Please visit http://www.familylife.com/weekend and go under 'Register Now'. The group name is CapitolCitySDA.
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Couple’s Night Out
Valentine’s Edition by Dr Avonelle Dorant
for the evening were our "Married Mentors” The Cartwrights, James and Charlesetta; who have been married for 62 years. Mention was also made of the newest married couple in attendance Sheryl and Jay McCully who have been married for a little over one year.
Family Life Ministry would like to thank all the couples that came out and attended the date night 'Couples Night Out'. We took care of 18 children at the church. Special thanks to our chaperones Melissa Williams, Naudina Punch, Sybil and Dove Satterfield, and Sandy Holland who kept our kids safe at the church while we were out.
How You Can Help! Family life is not only for married couples, but men, women, singles, seniors, children and youth. When we work together and
support each other we can be more effective.
You can also submit any articles or media content for review that can be considered beneficial to any of the demographic groups of Family.
Suggestions for events
activities and programming to assist in the ministry are also wel-come. Lastly, be willing to serve and support when needed to help the ministry succeed.
Frank Sinatra once sang “Love and Marriage, Go together like a horse and carriage...” On February 16th, the horse and carriage were replaced with pasta and marinara sauce as seventeen married couples gathered at Bravo’s for Couple’s Night Out. The evening was an opportunity to establish a forum and outlet for married couples to interact, socialize and grow together as we seek to enhance our marriages and families. We recognized that life can get in the way sometime, and this was just to create the space to spend some quality time with like-minded people.
“We had a wonderful time
celebrating our love and commitment with other couples during the couples night out. With a busy lifestyle, you have to make a concerted effort to carve out quality time together as a couple. These type of outings make it easier to have time to fellowship with other couples as well. “ - Cynthia Pinkston “The couples' outing was very
enjoyable. To have friends that are a positive influence, who can share their experiences, trials and joys, is a great thing.” - Carmelita Dawson
We talked briefly of doing similar events and possibly creating a forum for couples to meet and socialize. We were able to meet the non-member spouse of one of our members. Book resources for strengthening the marital relationship were given out. Our couple of honor
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Marriage Mentors - James & Charli Cartwright
Newly weds - Jay & Sheryl McCully.
Photography co
urtesy of Norris N
cube
Photography co
urtesy of Norris N
cube
To see more images from this event, scan this barcode with your smart phone’s barcode reader app
or visit http://bit.ly/15nXxB2.
The Family Life Ministry thanks all those that responded promptly as it helps make for smoother planning. Those that were not prompt, have an other opportunity to make up for it as the next Family Life Ministry event will be 'Weekend to Remember'.
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In every situation Joseph
was placed in, the Lord was with
him and he was successful. Even
though he could have been bitter
and let anger consume him, he
chose to have a positive attitude
after being thrown in slavery and
in then falsely accused put in
prison, because 'he knew' God
was with him. How else would he
be able to impress strangers on
three separate occasions to be
entrusted with overseeing
everything under that master's
care (Gen 39:6; Gen 39:22; Gen
41:37-45). Joseph epitomized
Luke 2:52, because he
"...increased in wisdom and
stature, and in favor with God and
man". So there you have it, the
elusive key to success.
It all starts with:
(1) God - He is our first priority
(Matt 6:33).
the Honor Society / Math Bowl; It
could be practicing a sport early/
late and getting chosen to varsity;
Or you could get a promotion onto
that special project team with high
visibility.
Joseph had his fair share
of haters. Even his own family was
jealous and desired to kill him.
Instead of allowing his
circumstances to control him, he
controlled them and was later
exalted because he devoted
himself to God daily, allowed God
to turn the education he gained into
wisdom that he put into practice by
making wise choices that made an
impact on all those around him.
Teens & Young Adults: Express
yourself by sharing your thoughts,
opinions and ideas through poetry, art
or prose in this new ReCAP section
dedicated to the Youth! Send content
(2) Education - this is how you
acquire the knowledge
(3) Wisdom - allowing God to
take your knowledge and
lead you in how you apply it
(Prov 4:7).
(4) Wise Choices - the effective
application of wisdom.
(5) Success - Good things
happen to those who make
good choices.
Others see that and will
want you around them so you can
help their enterprises have good
things happen for them. Whether
its deciding to put in extra time in
academics and getting chosen to
A Teen’s Most Important Meal
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SPOTlight
If breakfast is the most important meal of the day when it comes to physical food, then Sabbath School serves a similar purpose for the soul every Sabbath morning. On Jan 19th, teens, parents and teachers took time to enjoy a savory breakfast before feasting on their Sabbath lesson. The breakfast was intended allow current students to fellowship and to bring out more youth. Attendance increased by 80% included 1 visitor. In addition to monthly breakfasts, the teachers of the Earliteen class plan to have socials to foster fellowship, install a big screen tv as a teaching resource, redo the furniture to create a more hospitable atmosphere. If you would like to assist the class or contribute to their efforts see Bijorn Kirk Gordon.
Served fresh every Sabbath at 9:15am! By Wayne Burrell
The Success Formula:
Input this formula in your CPU (brain) and run it daily! By Wayne Burrell
(Education * Wisdom)God + Wise Choices = Success
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March
Anniversaries
4 - Kayla Van Horn
5 - Carl Wofford
8 - Sherilyn Mason
14 - Kimberly Sibanda
20 - Rosetta Cannedy
21 - Pastor William Lee
22 - Tom Harris
24 - Dewitt Smith
26 - Terrance Turner
26 - Denise Kerley
26 - Justin Owens
27 - Ken Waddell
28 - Valerie Green
28 - Melissa Taylor
30 - Jeffrey Lee
30 - Jalen Smith
31- Helen Kaiser
31 - Shawna Loy
5 - Ken & Charlie
Waddell (8th)
6 - Randolph & Shevaughn
Loney (25th)
28 - Kirk & Cynthia
Pinkston (3rd)
March
Birthdays March Calendar of Events
Seventh-day Adventist churches throughout Indiana are leading out in a widespread health outreach initiative! On April 27-28, we will be joining the Channel 13 Health Fair at the Indiana State Fairgrounds with the Lifestyle EXPO. This event will be open to the public and will demonstrate the NEW START program (Nutrition, Exercise, Water, Sleep, Trust, Air, Rest, Trust).
There will be training on Sabbath (March 2nd and April 20th) from 2p–4:30p at the Glendale Seventh-day Adventist church, located at 2900 E. 62nd Street. This training is required to participate. If you are not able to attend the March 2nd training session, please attend the April 20th session. Contact Cynthia Pinkston for more details at [email protected].
Join us at Capitol City Seventh-day Adventist Church on March 16, 2013 for Global Youth Day as it marks the beginning of the Youth Week of Prayer (3/16 – 3/23) globally. Contact Sis. Merlene Peters at [email protected] for more information.
The Capitol City’s Adventurer’s will be sponsoring a movie/game night fundraiser on Global Youth Day March 16th to kick-off Youth Week of Prayer. All are invited to come out and support this event after sunset. Contact Carmelita Woods-Dawson at [email protected] for details.
16th | 7:00pm
2nd | 2:00pm
16th | 11:00am
6th | 7:00pm
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1801 E 49th Street Indianapolis, IN 46205
317-251-1053 [email protected]
Editor-in-Chief Terrance Turner To submit an article for next month’s ReCAP or provide feedback please send an email to: Terrance Turner at... [email protected]
The Capitol City Seventh-day Adventist Church is a Christian congregation that has been serving the Greater Indianapolis area since 1906. Our vision is to Grow the Kingdom of God by Changing Lives so that together we can Strengthen the Saved and Save the Lost. For more information on the Capitol City Seventh-day Adventist Church please contact Sylvia Wilson at 317-251-1053.
April’s ReCAP Submission Deadline
MARCH 16th
Publication Date APRIL 3rd
How to iWitness by Pastor William Lee
One of the great privileges we have as God’s children is the authority and privilege to invite others to be reconciled with God! There is no greater decision people can make than trusting Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and Lord. Sharing our faith, or Witnessing, is one of the most important factors in growing as a Christian. It keeps our faith fresh and exciting as we watch oth-ers being transformed by a miracle from God! But we need to remember the following to be effective Witnesses for Christ:
1. Be Available: Yield your life to God. God uses Available Servants.
2. Be Prayerful: Ask God to lead you to people to share with. Pray that God will make them open to His Word!
3. Be Filled with the Spirit: Only God can bring others to Himself. Our part is simply to be filled with His Holy Spirit and allow Him to share His love with others through us!
Sharing Our Faith With Prayer Although many people are hesitant to talk about God, most people are happy to have you pray for them, this opens up a great opportunity to share Christ with others. Offer to pray for the needs of friends, co-workers, acquaintances, neighbors, etc. Pray that God draws them to Himself and look for opportunities to share Christ with them as God pro-vides.
1. Your Life Before Christ: Share specifically about an area of your life in which Christ changed you. Resist the temptation to dwell on how bad you were.
2. How You Came to Know Christ: Explain clearly how you heard about Christ, and how you made the decision to trust in Him for forgiveness.
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