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Sexual Identity, Hope, and the Gospel

The late G.K. Chesterton famously wrote over eighty years ago, “These are the days when the Christian is expected to praise every creed except his own.”
 
How true his words are for us today!
 
As culture has embraced homosexuality and same-sex relationships, many Christians feel pressured to re-evaluate their beliefs and embrace a more inclusive posture in order to be tolerant and loving.  What exactly does the Bible say about homosexuality and same-sex relationships? Can we trust God’s word to guide and shape how we think about this issue? How can believers who hold to a traditional view of sexuality maintain their convictions with compassion, yet without compromise?
 
Join us on March 1 with Pastor Jonathan Holmes to understand this important issue from a biblical perspective and to equip you for wise and compassionate conversations.

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Announcements

Dealing with Divorce: The Seminar Series
This 7-week series begins Feb. 8 at 7pm in Room B211. Each week will feature a different divorce-related topic and speaker. There is no cost and childcare will be available. Register at parksidechurch.com/divorce. 

Youth Team Challenge Nights
In February, students are encouraged to invite their friends to come to Team Challenge Tuesdays (middle school, Feb. 20 and 27), and Team Challenge Thursdays (high school, Feb. 8, 15, and 22) for some friendly team competition and a gospel presentation. TCTs are held at the Warehouse at 7pm.

Faithful Friends Valentine Dinner
On Feb. 9, 6-8:30pm, our Faithful Friends group will have a special Valentine’s Day candlelight dinner to celebrate the gift of God’s love and friendship. Please RSVP to Tracy Reid at sterlingj6@yahoo.com by Feb. 7 if you plan to attend. 

Parents' Night Out
Our next evening of respite care for families with special needs children is on Feb. 9, 6-9pm. New families should contact Renee by Feb. 1 at rpecek@parksidechurch.com to RSVP and register; returning families, please RSVP to Danelle Bennington.

Young Family Play Day
Families with at least one child under 7 are invited to our Play Day on Feb. 10, 4-7pm, at the Warehouse. There will be inflatables for older kids and a play area for toddlers. We provide pizza, juice & water and ask that you bring a side dish to share.

Caregivers' Support Luncheon
If you are caring for someone with memory issues or volunteer in that capacity, join us for a free luncheon on Feb. 11 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/caregiver.

Play Groups
All moms and caregivers of children, birth-5 years of age, are invited to join us for a time of fun and relationship-building at Play Groups on Feb. 13. Play Groups meets on the first floor of the Children’s Wing, 10-11:30am. Bring your own lunch and wrap up the morning by sharing lunch together in A113. 

Mother/Daughter Craft Night
For girls, K-5th grade, with their moms/grandmas, you are invited to a craft night on Feb. 23, 6-8:30pm, in the Lower Level Commons. Cost is $10 per girl; moms come free. We’ll have crafts available to work on together and a pasta dinner. Register at parksidechurch.com/craftnight. 

Walk Worthy Volunteers Needed
We are looking for volunteers to help at the Men’s Moody Walk Worthy Conference held at Parkside Church on March 3. For Volunteer Sign-up the go to: http://bit.ly/2rxTnfc. For general conference information go to: https://www.moodyconferences.com/walk-worthy/.

Youth Winter Retreats
Middle school and high school students, mark your calendars for the Winter Retreats March 10-11. Middle school retreat information and registration can be found at parksidechurch.com/mswinter. High school retreat information and registration is available at parksidechurch.com/hswinter. 

Marriage Matters Small Group
A new six-week session of Marriage Matters Small Group will begin on March 13 in Room A205, 6:30-8:30pm. For more information or to register, visit parksidechurch.com/marriagematters.

Handyman Ministry
Would you like to provide general yard work or home maintenance help for those in our church and community who need it? Consider joining the Handyman Ministry. For more information, contact Ken at kwghome@sbcglobal.net or 216.392.2220. 
 
Save These Summer Dates!
Please mark your calendars for Vacation Bible Camp, June 11-15, 9am-Noon, and Ambassadors Soccer Camp, July 10-14, 9am-3pm. Both events will be held at Parkside Bainbridge and are wonderful opportunities for kids.

New City Catechism

Q5. What else did God create? (Genesis 1:31)

Answer:  God created all things by his powerful Word, and all his creation was very good; everything flourished under his loving rule.

Family News

Health Concerns
Dan Chan, Phil Gard, Catherine Ma, Liz Martinez, Annie Morgan, and Molly Patel.

Sympathy
We extend our sympathy to Scott Shaltunuk and his family upon the death of his mother, Lynn Shaltunuk.
 
Parkside Dental Team #2 to Mexico
Pray for the dental team from Parkside spending the week with missionaries Mike & Joan Ross in Oaxaca, Mexico, and the surrounding communities. The team members are Adam Cooke, Rebecca Faith, Gus Komar, Joni Komar, Mary McHugh, and Rebekah Portillo. Pray for the dental clinics they will hold, that the clinics will open the door for local pastors to go back to the communities and share the gospel. Pray for good health, team unity, and safety in travel. The team returns on February 11.

PKS Classifieds

Airport Transportation

Richard's Ride: Airport door-to-door service; commercially insured; impeccable driving record; trustworthy. Non-smoking, clean, well-maintained vehicle. Can accommodate up to 6 passengers. To CLE Airport: $50.00-one way/$100.00 round trip. To Akron-Canton Airport: $75.00-one way/$150.00 round trip. Note: Cost may vary based on location and time of day.

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