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This 7-week, small group Bible study provides financial instruction on handling God’s provisions in your life. The class will meet at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday mornings from June 15th through July 27th. If you are interested in attending this session, please sign-up at the Welcome Center.

Online registration has begun. Click on a link below to find out more information and/or to register.

Sunset Bible Camp Schedule

• Second Grade, May 31
• High School, June 1-6
• 5th & 6th Grade, June 9-13
• 7th & 8th Grade, June 15-20
• 3rd & 4th Grade, June 23-25
• Wilderness Camp, July 17-25

Other Summer Events

• CIY (High School Students), June 28 - July 4 in Holland, Michigan
  
• VBS, July 7-10
• Soccer Camp, July 13-17
• Youth Quake (High School Students), July 27 - Aug 1
• Music Camp, July 28 - Aug 1
• Serve N Swim (Middle School Students), August 2, 9, 16, & 23
  

Several of the regularly scheduled Wednesday night events will break during the summer, including the Wednesday night meal, Journey Group for Kids, MS Impact, and HS Light House. May 14th will be the last Fellowship meal until we resume in the fall.

May 18th: Those who would like to participate should email 3-5 pictures to Kyle Rodell by May 11th. Students may also make a poster board display for the foyer hallway. If you have any questions, or if you would like more information, contact Kyle.

If you know of any college students graduating this year, please call the church office at 254-0621 so they can be included in the recognition.

June 6, 2008: The American Cancer Society Relay For Life® is an event that brings communities together
to celebrate those who have survived cancer, remember those we’ve lost, and fight back against a disease that touches too many lives. If you would like to be a part of the CRCC team, please sign up at the registration table set up at the east end of the lobby. For more information, contact Jill Syfert or Cindy Johns.

Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m.

Join us on Wednesday, April 2, as Cedar Ridge begins the Celebrate Recovery Celebration Services. This Recovery Program is based on 8 principles from the Beatitudes. Its purpose is to apply biblical principles to our hurts, hang-ups, habits, and addictions. Celebrate Recovery encourages fellowship while celebrating God’s healing power on our road to recovery. Dinner is available beginning at 6:00 p.m. and the Celebration Service begins at 7:00 p.m. Please sign up on Sunday’s bulletin communication card if you plan to eat dinner. If you would like more information, please contact John Winstead at 254-0621.

Healing from life’s hurts, habits, and hang-ups

The CRCC Disaster Response Team is gathering information on items that may be needed in  the event of an actual disaster. Please complete an equipment survey form located at the Welcome Center and indicate any items you have that you would be willing to put to use to serve those who may need assistance in a difficult time.

Stop by the literature rack near the Welcome Center and check out the new Hope Center Newsletter.

This series of life development classes are designed to assist everyone in developing their spiritual walk.  Whether you are a new Christian or have been a Christian for decades, you will benefit from this seminar. Check out upcoming sessions.

Childcare for preschool - 5th grade will be provided for class participants reservations required.

Make your reservations by calling the church office.

Join the Revolution (CRCC's Men's Ministry)

The Men of Cedar Ridge are starting a "Revolution." This exciting men’s ministry strives to ensure that the men of CRCC have an opportunity to serve God no matter where they are in their walk with Christ. Opportunities to serve / participate include Bible studies, mentoring, and even sports or construction projects. For more information on our Men's Ministry or to get involved with the Men's Ministry contact Curt Bryan.

Mom’s Day Out Fall Enrollment
Enrollment for the 2008-2009 school year has begun. Children, ages 1 to 4 years old, can register for Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. There is a $30 registration fee.  For more information, please contact Eliza Wilkerson.

After serving for 6 1/2 years as Director of Preschool Ministries at Cedar Ridge, Sabrina Beall has accepted a position as an executive assistant at a local Tulsa company. Sabrina and her family will continue to worship and be actively involved at Cedar Ridge. Sabrina’s last day in the office was February 7th; she will still be available in the Preschool area for the next few Sundays through the staffing transition.

In her letter of resignation, Sabrina commented, "I have enjoyed my time here on staff and I appreciate having had the opportunity to work with you all. Thank you for the support, guidance, and encouragement you’ve given me. Although I’m deeply saddened to be leaving, I’m looking forward to the new challenge and to be starting a new phase in my career."

Thank you, Sabrina, for all your hard work and the investment you’ve made in our children. The CRCC leadership will immediately begin the search to find a capable person to fill Sabrina’s position.  If anyone is interested in applying for this position, please contact one of the elders.

Thank you to everyone for your prayers and generosity for the counseling ministry of Hope Center. God has blessed us with a wonderful special offering at the close of 2007 confirming His desire for this ministry to continue changing lives and healing families. 

Hope Center is here to serve the needs of adults, children, and couples at no charge, supported solely by donations.

Counselors will be counseling Monday-Thursday and Saturday morning according to their individual schedules. To arrange an appointment, call the office Tuesday-Thursday from 12:00 - 6:00 p.m. at (918) 294-8470.

The trustees and Counselors will be working together for the next year to improve this ministry. Updating and increasing library materials, improving the reception and office areas, and re-evaluating different aspects of this ministry will be an ongoing process.

To learn more about Hope Center, feel free to contact any of these people:                    

• Director: Esther Custer
• Interim Office Coordinator: Lois Breedlove
• Counselors: Bob & Shelley King
  
• Counselor: Mary Stagg
• Counselor: Becky Winstead
• Class Coordinator: Emily Adams-Massey
• Trustee: Clay Allen
• Trustee: Tim Breedlove
• Trustee: Johnny Custer
• Trustee: Steve Rigney
• Trustee: Cherrie Stunkard
• Trustee: Ray Volentine

Please mark items clearly with BAN and place them in the Women’s Minis’tree chest in the kitchen hallway. If you have questions, contact Julane Phillips.

Pantry/Stockroom needs

• Jelly
• Sugar
• Tomato Sauce
• Beef Stew
• Chili
• Baby Food  - Meat and Variety
• Hygiene Items:
• Toilet Paper
• Feminine hygiene products
• Razors
• Deodorant
• Liquid Dish Soap
• Powdered Laundry Detergent

If you are interested in serving in any of the following areas, please contact the person who’s name is provided for each ministry, or call the church office at 254-0621.

Security and Usher Team

Volunteers are needed once a month for the 9:00 a.m. Sunday service. You will get to greet people, direct them to class locations, and patrol the parking lots and church. Contact Wendell Fichtner.

Preschool Workers

Immediate help is needed in the following preschool areas: Contact the church office.

• Sundays 9:00 a.m. Nursery Helpers, work once per month
• Sundays 10:30 a.m. 1 year old Class Helpers, work two weeks and off four weeks
• Wednesday Night Teachers, starting in January
• Wednesday Night Helpers, starting in January

Elementary Workers

Our Kindergaren-1st Grade Worship on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. is in need of a team of 3. Serving rotation is:  one month on, two months off. Please contact Vicky Cope for details.

Woodland Terrace

Paul & Micky Prince are looking for a replacement to lead the Sunday morning services at Woodland Terrace Retirement Center. If you have a heart for the elderly,  please call the church office.

Makin’ Bread

Will we have services or evening classes if the weather is bad? Because of these questions concerning weather, we have developed an inclement weather policy.

The Women's Ministry (usually referred to as "Women's Minis'tree" to emphasize the interpersonal networking among its members) encourages Cedar Ridge women in ministry, bible study, and fellowship. For more information about these events, please call the church office at 254-0621. Here are some of our upcoming events:

Food for Families

If you would like to be added to the list of volunteers who provide meals for families with illnesses, new babies, etc. please call Sherry West. If you are currently on the list and would like your name removed, please let Sherry know.

You Can Still Be a Piece of the PIE!

It’s not too late to sign-up to be a volunteer for the Partner in Education program between the church and Wolf Creek Elementary. Contact Jen Spriggs or Sheri Worth to sign-up or for additional information.

Cedar Ridge is looking for a ministry-oriented person to fill an admin support position in the church office. Previous secretarial experience and good computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher) are needed. Experience in desktop publishing and databases very helpful. Requires good communication skills (written and verbal) the ability and flexibility to handle a variety of administrative tasks for several ministries, with an attitude of service and teamwork. Send inquiry letter and resume to Janice Wilmoth.

Are you willing to show God's love to elementary age children; to share your life experiences to help them through life's bumps; to invest 20 minutes of your Sunday morning on a rotating basis? If so we have an opportunity for you. You will be paired with one elementary class; you will be in the class from 8:50 - 9:10 a.m. on Sunday mornings; you will meet the kids as they arrive and find out how their week has gone; and you will take prayer requests and love & pray over them. Your maturity in Christ makes you uniquely qualified for this position. If you are interested, please sign up on the back of Sunday's bulletin Communication Card.