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April 23, 2021

The Parkside Insider: April 23, 2021

"Being a Christian is not an individualistic or isolated activity. Believing also involves belonging...

There are hallmarks of church life that should be stamped on all our churches because they are applicable everywhere and anywhere — New Testament values for any size of church, in any part of the world, at any time.

Devoted to God’s Church will serve to help new Christians understand what it is to be part of a church, and will also be a refreshing reminder to every Christian of what it should look like to belong to the family of God." 

Devoted to God's Church is available at Books by the Park or through your favorite bookseller. (Book description courtesy of the publisher.)
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Last Week's Sermon From
2 Samuel 8:15-18

During his reign, King David administered justice to his people and chose faithful personnel to help with this task. But even David’s reign was not perfect. As Alistair Begg explains, the king’s rule was the result of promises God had made to David—promises that would find their fulfillment in Jesus, the ascended King. Our hope today remains grounded in the reality of Christ’s return to reign in righteousness over His people.
 
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On April 8, middle school and high school students gathered for a student-led Worship Night. The evening included singing, stations of reflection and prayer, and a testimony given by a graduating senior.
 
Coming Up at Parkside
Special Needs Ministry
Volunteer Opportunity
Sundays
9:45am
We are seeing increased attendance in our Faithful Friends Jr. and adult classes and are in need of volunteers to serve. Volunteers can serve on a weekly or biweekly basis. 

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Families Facing Addiction Support Group
April 25
12:30pm  |  B211 & Online

Our monthly support group helps those who have loved ones struggling with substance, drug, or alcohol abuse. Join us as we seek to be encouraged by the hope and the power of the gospel. Email Jacque for an online invitation.
Transit
April 28
7:30pm  |  The Loft
Young adults between the ages of 18-35, join us midweek for a time of worship, teaching, and fellowship. 

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Missionary Prayer Calendar
Stay informed with how God is working locally, nationally, and globally through our missionaries and ministry partners by using the monthly prayer calendar. May calendars are available at all info centers and are available on the Parkside app.

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High School
Spring Retreat
April 30-May 1
6pm  |  Warehouse
Students in grades 9-12 are invited to join us for an overnight lock-in retreat at the Warehouse! 

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Cancer Support Meeting
May 2
8:15am  |  Online
If your life or that of a loved one has been affected by cancer, join us for a time of sharing, encouragement, and prayer. Email Jim to receive a meeting invitation. 
Baptism Course
May 2 & May 9
9:45am  |  B208
Interested in learning more about baptism or in getting baptized? We invite you to join us for our next series. Classes must be taken in order, but there is no need to preregister.

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Preschool Story Time
May 4
10:30am  |  Venue
If you have a child between the ages of 2.5 and 5, please join us for a story, music, crafts, and games. Advance registration is required.

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Middle School
Spring Retreat
May 8
10am  |  Sports Field
Students in grades 6-8, join us for an outdoor 1-day retreat full of games, inflatables, and fun with friends! 

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VBC Helpers
Volunteer Opportunity
June 21-25
We need 200+ adult and student volunteers to serve at Vacation Bible Camp (VBC) during the week of June 21-25 from 9am-Noon. Training is provided in advance.

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A Reminder
About Masks
Please wear masks properly (top of nose to bottom of chin) at all times in the building, including while singing and in the Children’s Wing. Thank you for your continued understanding and cooperation.

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Join us on Sundays
9:45am, 11:15am, 6pm
Livestream at 9:45am