April 14, 2017

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A Talk on Biblical Friendship

Friendship: it’s one of the simplest of human relationships in comparison to marriage or family relationships, yet it’s one of the least understood and practiced. For all of our progress in making connections through Facebook, Twitter, and other social media, people are consistently experiencing loneliness and growing disenchanted with the whole notion of friendship.

Could it be that our understanding of friendship has been more informed by pop culture and social media, and less informed by the vision of friendship offered in Scripture? Is it possible that friendship exists for a greater purpose than merely our enjoyment and comfort? Does real friendship involve more than just hanging out on a weekend, participating in a book club, or hitting the golf course together?

Broader and deeper than simple fellowship, biblical friendship is first and foremost about a relationship with Jesus Christ. As you are brought into friendship and relationship with the Father, Jesus Christ calls you a friend! It is out of this friendship that our human friendships find their beginning and their purpose.

Join pastor and author Jonathan Holmes for dinner and a talk on Friday, April 21, as he discusses principles from his recent book, The Company We Keep: In Search of Biblical Friendship. Dinner will begin at 6:30 pm in The Venue. Cost is $10.00 per person.
 



Registraton Options:

1. Register online.

2. Pick up a form from any information center and return it with payment to the church office.


About the Speaker:

Jonathan Holmes joined the Parkside team in October 2008 as the campus pastor at Parkside Church Green. He oversees Men's & Women’s ministry, Young Marrieds’ & Families at Green and the Counseling & Marriage ministries at both campuses. Jonathan graduated with degrees in Biblical Counseling and History from The Master’s College and has a master's degree from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. Jonathan and his wife, Jennifer, are parents of four daughters, Ava, Riley, Ruby, and Emma. Jonathan enjoys traveling, reading, politics and spending time with his wife. One book Jonathan recommends to all is Instruments in the Redeemer’s Hands by Paul David Tripp.

Announcements

Children's Ministry Volunteers Needed
We have several current openings to serve in Children’s Ministry on Sunday morning or evening teams. If you’ve been looking for ways to be regularly involved at Parkside, we’d love to talk with you. Contact Kelly Coy at kcoy@parksidechurch.com or visit our website at parksidechurch.com/serve-children.

VBC Helper Registration
Helpers for Upward Bound 2017 can register online at parksidechurch.com/serveatvbc or sign up at the registration table in the Children’s Wing.

Play Groups
Play Groups will be offered to children (birth—5 years old) on the main floor of the Children’s Wing April 18 at 10am. Bring a lunch for yourself and your child to enjoy with others afterwards.

Grieving with Hope Dinner
If you are grieving the loss of a loved one, please join us for a time of fellowship and encouragement on April 20 at 6:30pm in the Venue Foyer.  Dinner is provided.  Register at parksidechurch.com/grieving.

Biblical Friendships Dinner with Jonathan Holmes
Join pastor and author Jonathan Holmes for a dinner and talk on April 21 as he discusses principles from his recent book, The Company We Keep: In Search of Biblical Friendships. Dinner will begin at 6:30pm in The Venue. Cost is $10 per person. Register at parksidechurch.com/friendships.

Foundations of the Faith Course
Foundations of the Faith, a ten-week course that explores the essentials of the Christian faith, will begin on April 23 at 9:45am in Room A202. For more information, visit parksidechurch.com/foundation.

Grieving with Hope Care Group
If you are grieving the loss of a loved one and would welcome the warm encouragement of others in similar circumstances, join us for an eight-week care group, beginning April 27 at 7pm in Room A207. There is no cost to attend. Register at parksidechurch.com/gwh.

High School Real Retreat
The Real Retreat provides an opportunity for high school students to focus on growing in his or her relationship with Christ. Real Retreat will take place May 6-7 at Camp Mission Meadows, $90. Visit parksidechurch.com/realretreat for information and to register.

Spring Caregivers' Luncheon
A free luncheon for anyone who is caring for a loved one with memory issues will be held on May 7 at 12:30pm in Room A219/A221. Care and lunch will also be available for your loved one in Room A226. Register at parksidechurch.com/caregivers.

Take Me Out to the Ballgame!
You are invited to Canal Park in Akron for4 an Akron Rubber Ducks baseball gtame on May 26. Cost includes a buffet dinner and use of the Duck Club Suite. Visit parksidechurch.com/ballgame for more information and to register before May 19.

Basics Pastors' Conference Host Families Needed
If you live near Parkside and would like to host one or more pastors during the conference on May 8-10, please contact Denise at 330.998.6463 or basicshostfamilies@yahoo.com.

Basics Pastors' Conference Volunteers Needed
If you are interested in helping with food service during the conference, May 8-10, please contact Cheryl at cherthompson818@gmail.com.

Save the Summer Dates!
Upward Bound Vacation Bible Camp is June 12-16, 9am-Noon; and  Ambassadors Soccer Camp is July 11-15, 9am-3pm. Additional details will be available about both summer events soon, but save them on your calendar now.

World Changers Mission Trip
Current middle and high school students are invited to participate in the summer missions trip to Cleveland July 15-20. Applications are due April 27, along with a $25 deposit. Information and application can be found at parksidechurch.com/worldchangers.

 


Looking for more information about Heritage Classical Academy? 



Attend one of their Open Houses or info meetings in Stow or Bainbridge or visit their website.

Open Houses (10am-12pm)
Saturday, April 22 - Stow Campus
Saturday, April 29 - Bainbridge Campus
 
 

New City Catechism

Q16.  What is sin?  (1 John 3:4)

Answer: Sin is rejecting or ignoring God in the world he created, rebelling against him by living without reference to him, not being or doing what he requires in his law—resulting in our death and the disintegration of all creation.

Family News

Health Concerns
Catherine Ma and Molly Patel.

Sympathy
We extend our sympathy to Wayne Fleck and his family upon the death of his father, Donald Fleck; to Robert Ballock and his family upon the death of his wife, Betty Lou Ballock; and to Darlene Robinson and her family upon the death of her mother, Margaret Snyder.


Chris and Leanne Harrington in Japan
April is the beginning of the new school year in Japan. Mark is now in 3rd grade and will continue on with his current classmates. Lillia will be entering Mark’s same school as a 1st grader. Please be in prayer for her as she goes through so many changes that come with entry into a new school. Pray also for Claire who will be entering Kindergarten. Pray for all of the new relationships. Please also pray for their friend, Mrs. Y. and her boys as she is going through some difficult times in her marriage. They thank the Lord for her willingness to reach out to them. Pray that the Lord will direct Chris and Leanne in how to minister to her and point her to Christ.

PKS Classifieds

Truth For Life Job Opening Truth For Life is seeking an individual to fill the position of Facilities Coordinator. Successful applicants will ensure that the facility, equipment and grounds are proactively maintained in a clean and functional manner. This position is based at Truth For Life. For more information, visit truthforlife.org/jobs.

This Week

April 14 - 20

Friday
7:00pm Good Friday Service
Saturday
   
Sunday
8:15am Morning Worship
  Nursery
9:45am Morning Worship
  Nursery
11:15am Morning Worship
  Nursery
  Special Needs, Room A115
Monday
This Week Midweek Life Groups
Tuesday
10:00am Play Groups
7:00pm Standpoint Women's Small Group
  MS Club JV
Wednesday
6:30pm Standpoint Connect Group
7:30pm :transit: (ages 22-35)
Thursday
6:30pm Grieving with Hope Dinner
  Single Moms Care Group
7:00pm HS Student Impact
  GEO Kidz
  Parents of Teens Prayer Night