I got a shirt from a great group that does more than just talk about helping people, they help people. Children’s cup has care points all over southern Africa. The Ohlerkings are great people, who have huge hearts for the country of Africa. Please help support there work there. Everyday they feed thousands of kids who would not eat without them and they can’t do it without US. go to www.childrenscup.org to see how you can get involved. This is the front, the back says: Hopes name is Jesus!! What truth. What a group! Support now
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What a honor it was to be involved in the arena bible reading at Healing Place Church. We, as a group,read the bible in 15 minute sessions from cover to cover and more! Many stories came out of this, families who read together, fathers and Sons and Nursery groups. It was broadcast all online. Still glad I was a part. A part of history, a part of the kingdom. May all who enter that building meet Jesus. He is right there waiting……
This was the lady Who went before me, not sure of her name.
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I met Hammer a week or so ago, a dude that simply got lost. A bluegrass gospel singer. When I met Hammer I thought dude was crazier than all get out. Hearing him sing at the breakfast this morning he sounds good. So lesson learned, homeless not mindless! The deal is simple, we have to take time to understand people before we throw them out of our lives. Thanks Hammer!
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This is the reason it is important to support online church. I salute Dan ohlerking (www.danohlerking.com) for doing what he does as campus pastor of HPC’s online campus. It never fails, night after night after night someone gives there life to Christ because he answers the call and said “pick me Lord, I’ll go”! Thanks Pastor Dino for doing what you do, so the rest of us can do what we do! Next time you see Dan say Hi. He would love to meet you!
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Anne Jacksons famed blog is getting lots of comments about a post. Some good some crazy. Some people get down right mean! All for one question, should sex offenders be aloud in church? My position is that the church can not bar anyone from attending. Now IF a person gives a reason to be bared then that’s his present choice, not bared from a previous choice. Make since? See if we all were honest we probably shouldn’t have been aloud in church. Cept for Grace, there go I, remember that? Right, so if a person is a registered or unregistered sex offender or a murderer we shall show grace and love. When and IF they give a reason to be asked to leave the. We ask them to leave, not before. They are, like any other new member, not to serve in the church as a leader or a non leader, that’s not being non Christian that’s being smart. A new born Christian has growing to do, inwouldnt allow my new born to drive my truck, why would I let him lead a group of people. Has nothing to do with what he has done or not done, just a fact of life. Follow along here: people are not strong until they are off Milk, eating solid foods, same with people who have checkered past, really it is about protection of the flock and the person. We as the church have a duty to protect the church but we also have a duty to show Jesus to ALL people. That’s just my take on it! Hope you chime in. Let us know what you think…..
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Domestic violence is again On the rise in America. Mostly due to the financial strain being felt by most people in the unites states. Real pressure from real people and with out the Hope of Jesus these people have no where to turn, or so they think. Many abusers lead the victim into thinking no one cares, people care. Jesus cares. If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic voilence there are things you should know. First is there is HOPE! People do care. I have compiled the following as information for someone out there. Please get help! Before it’s to late!!
Whether or not you’re ready to leave your abuser, there are things you can do to protect yourself. These safety tips can make the difference between being severely injured or killed and escaping with your life.
•Know your abuser’s red flags. Be on alert for signs and clues that your abuser is getting upset and may explode in anger or violence. Come up with several believable reasons you can use to leave the house (both during the day and at night) if you sense trouble brewing.
•Identify safe areas of the house. Know where to go if your abuser attacks or an argument starts. Avoid small, enclosed spaces without exits (such as closets or bathrooms) or rooms with weapons (such as the kitchen). If possible, head for a room with a phone and an outside door or window.
•Come up with a code word. Establish a word, phrase, or signal you can use to let your children, friends, neighbors, or co-workers know that you’re in danger and the police should be called.
Make an escape plan
Be ready to leave at a moment’s notice. •Keep the car fueled up and facing the driveway exit, with the driver’s door unlocked. Hide a spare car key where you can get it quickly. Have emergency cash, clothing, and important phone numbers and documents stashed in a safe place (at a friend’s house, for example).
•Practice escaping quickly and safely. Rehearse your escape plan so you know exactly what to do if under attack from your abuser. If you have children, have them practice the escape plan also.
•Make and memorize a list of emergency contacts. Ask several trusted individuals if you can contact them if you need a ride, a place to stay, or help contacting the police. Memorize the numbers of your emergency contacts, local shelter, and domestic violence hotline. Sent from my iPhone
So Saturday night the team from the Baton Rouge Dream Center got together at the Lake House and had dinner and fellowship, a great, fun filled evening. After dinner Ms. Claudia asked each table to right down 2 programs that they would like to see started at the DC. Cool part about this was that each table had the same type programs, each a little different but for the most part the same programs. Cool huh?
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Tonight’s launch of new beginnings at the Baton Rouge Dream Center Is just another step in showing Christ to the hurting. If you or a loved one is struggling with an addiction or you want to learn how to cope with a loved one who has an addiction please feel free to come out tonight at 7:00 PM in the back building of the dreamcenter. We all know the only true path to freedom is freedom that starts and ends at the cross. Volunteers are needed as well! Contact
Joey.laird@ChurchUnited.org for more information.
This was the planning/prayer meeting last night!
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Everyone knows that preachers pray, study and take notes getting ready for Sunday mornings, they have to, they lead us, they teach us, but what about the people behind the scenes! This week each day I’ll bring you (cept Monday I’m off) one person or group that makes the preachers job better! Up today is a personal favorite of mine:
Meet Fannie Doucet, she with brandi, lead up the 0-3 yrs old Nursury, she is also my wife. (hince why she is first)
Without Nursury, the volunteers and the congregation would be louder and stinkier! They do a great job at the dream center! Check out and wait for Tuesday to roll around! Who will be next?
Check out my blog as well.
Www.Ericdoucet.com
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Al Gore didn’t create this? This is no accident. This was created for me to see and show me He loves me!
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