Sunday, May 17th, 2009 Announcements

Today we welcome Rev. Rob McKinney, Associate Pastor of the First Baptist Church of Zephyrhills. We pray God uses him mightily to impact us with His Word. At the same time, we congratulate our Pastor, Brian Walls who graduated on Friday from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary with a Doctorate of Philosophy degree. Be sure to pray for Dr. Walls and Kara as they enjoy a much-deserved vacation.

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FOUNDATION 2010:

BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE

Our Foundation 2010 campaign continues and we’re very close to the first goal of paying off the church’s debt. Don’t miss the opportunity to have a part in this exciting time in our church’s history. Continue to give, over and above your regular giving, in whatever way you can. More importantly, pray that God uses this time to grow us in faith and maturity and prepare us for future ministry opportunities.

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FINANCIAL PEACE: Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University is coming to Cornerstone! This 13-week course helps you apply Biblical principles to managing your finances and will be offered on Wednesday evenings beginning June 10th. A special preview meeting will be held Sunday, May 31^st at 6 p.m. Refreshments will be served and you’ll receive an overview of the program and all details. Mark your calendars!

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REACH OUT! Join us next Saturday, May 23^rd at 8 a.m. as we reach out to our community. We’ll be providing refreshments and gifts to our neighbors frequenting Richey Plaza. This is an opportunity to share the love of Christ and let people know what Cornerstone is all about!

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DON’T FORGET…

· Our next New Member Class – Saturday, May 30^th at 10 a.m. at the church. Lunch will be provided.

· A Baptism Celebration -- Sunday, May 31^st at 1:30 p.m. at the Norris home, 12530 Kitten Trail, Hudson 34669.

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DISASTER RELIEF TRIP: Lots of people along the Gulf coast are still struggling to recover from several devastating hurricanes. Cornerstone will be coordinating a summer relief trip to Lakeshore, Mississippi and youth and adults are invited to participate. Contact John Thela for more information.

Sunday, May 10th, 2009 Announcements

We wish all our mothers, grandmothers, and great-grandmothers a very happy Mother’s Day! May God bless and empower you for your special role.

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FOUNDATION 2010: BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE

GIVING WEEK NUMBER 9

TOTAL GIVING TO FOUNDATION 2010 TO DATE

$7,958.00

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REACH OUT! Join us on Saturday, May 23rd from 8 a.m. to 11 at the church as we reach out to our community. We’ll be providing refreshments and gifts for the dozens of people frequenting Richey Plaza. Join us as we share the love of Christ – no special talent required!

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FINANCIAL PEACE: Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University is coming to Cornerstone! This 13-week course helps you apply Biblical principles to managing your finances AND will be offered on Wednesday evenings beginning in June. A special preview meeting will be held Sunday, May 31st at 6 p.m. Refreshments will be served and you’ll receive an overview of the program and all details. Mark your calendars!

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SIGN-UP CONTINUES… • Anyone wanting to become a member of Cornerstone, or those just interested in learning more about us should attend our next New Member Class – Saturday, May 30th at 10 a.m. at the church. Lunch will be provided. • A Baptism Celebration is scheduled for Sunday afternoon, May 31st :at the Norris home. If you’ve never been scripturally baptized or would like to learn more about it, let us know.

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TRAINING DEADLINE! Today is the last day to sign up for the Disaster Relief Ministry training next Sat., May 16th in Inverness. Training is mandatory for anyone wanting to serve as a disaster response volunteer. Cornerstone will be coordinating our own relief trip to Lakeshore, Mississippi in June and no special training or experience is required to participate in ongoing relief efforts. Contact John Thela to find out more about these exciting opportunities.

Sunday, May 3rd, 2009 Announcements

FOUNDATION 2010:

BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE

We’re quickly nearing the end of the first phase of our campaign. Don’t miss the opportunity to help pay off the church’s debt to free us up for future opportunities. Give, over and above your regular tithes and offerings by using s special campaign envelope or marking “Campaign” on your check or envelope. We praise God for His blessings as we remain faithful stewards.

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MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

· Saturday Outreach – Saturday, May 23^rd from 8 a.m. to 11 at the church

· New Member Class – Saturday, May 30^th at 10 a.m. at the church.

· Baptism Service and Celebration – Sunday afternoon, May 31^st :at the Norris home

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GET INVOLVED IN DISASTER RELIEF!

Disaster Relief Ministry training will take place Sat., May 16^th in Inverness. Training is mandatory for anyone wanting to serve as a disaster response volunteer. Also, Cornerstone will be coordinating our own summer relief trip to Mississippi in June - no special training or experience is required. Contact John Thela, Co-coordinator for Disaster Relief for the Pasco Baptist Association to find out more about these upcoming opportunities. Be a part of this important, effective ministry – bringing help, healing, and hope in times of disaster

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Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University is coming to Cornerstone! This 13-week course helps you apply Biblical principles to managing your finances. This can truly be a life-changing study. It will be offered on Wednesday evenings beginning in June and registration will take place soon.

Sunday, April 26th Announcements

We’re seeing a tremendous work of God through Cornerstone’s Foundation 2010 campaign! Weekly giving to the campaign has exceeded expectations and our average regular giving has increased as well. Be a part of the excitement by giving, over and above your regular offering, to help eliminate the church’s debt and position us for future opportunities. Every gift is significant as we are faithful to Him.

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IMPORTANT UPCOMING EVENTS:

• New Member Class – Saturday, May 30^th at 10 a.m. at the church.
• Baptism Service – Sunday afternoon, May 31^st :at the Norris home

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GET INVOLVED IN DISASTER RELIEF!

Florida Baptist Disaster Relief Ministry will take place Sat., May 16^th in Inverness. Training is mandatory for anyone desiring to serve as a disaster response volunteer. In addition, Cornerstone will be participating in our own summer relief trips and no special training or experience is required. Contact our own John Thela, Co-coordinator for Disaster Relief for the Pasco Baptist Association to find out more about these upcoming opportunities. Be a part of this important, effective ministry – bringing help, healing, and hope in times of disaster.

Sunday, April 19th Announcements

Cornerstone’s Foundation 2010 campaign continues and we’re growing finances, families, and faithfulness. Please give, over and above your regular offering, to help eliminate the church’s debt and position us for future opportunities. Every gift is significant as we are faithful to Him.

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Cornerstone’s Fellowship Groups meet tonight! Visitors are welcome at any location. See Pastor Walls, Bob Oxford, Mike Causey, or Mike Darley for times and locations.

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DISASTER RELIEF NEWS

Hurricane season is fast approaching but disaster can strike any time. We’re looking for more people to get involved in Southern Baptist Disaster Relief to share the love of Christ with those in crisis. Talk to John Thela to find out more about upcoming training and summer relief trips.

Sunday, March 22nd Announcements

FOUNDATION 2010:

BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE

Cornerstone’s Foundation 2010 stewardship campaign is well underway. Foundation 2010 will impact every part of our church as we seek to build families, finances, and faithfulness for Cornerstone’s future. The first phase of the campaign is to pay off the church’s debt. Give your gift, over and above your regular giving, by designating it on your regular envelope. If we are all faithful, God can eliminate our debt in a matter of a few short weeks.

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GET READY FOR AN EXCITING WEEKEND!

Heather Payne, founding member of Point of Grace is coming to Cornerstone. The weekend begins with a meet and greet with Heather on Friday night, April 3^rd at the Water’s Edge Clubhouse. This event is open to all ladies but please sign-up in advance.

Heather will be in concert at the church on Saturday night, April 4^th at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 each or $20 per family. Child care will be provided through age four. Seating is limited and there’s only one more week to get tickets.

Then on Palm Sunday, April 5^th, Heather will be singing in our morning service and we’ll be sharing communion.

What a great build-up to Easter Sunday! Help us spread the word about these events and bring some friends to join us. Pray that God will use it all to build our church for His glory!

Sunday, March 15th Announcements

FOUNDATION 2010:

BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE

Last week we kicked off our exciting Foundation 2010 stewardship campaign. Foundation 2010 will impact every part of our church as we seek to build families, finances, and faithfulness for Cornerstone’s future. The first phase of the campaign is to pay off the church’s debt. Give your gift, over and above your regular giving, by designating it on your regular envelope.

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HEATHER PAYNE IN CONCERT: Get your tickets today for our concert by Heather Payne, former lead singer of Point of Grace. She will be at Cornerstone on Saturday night, April 4^th at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 each or $20 per family. Seating is limited so get tickets early for you and your friends. .Child care will be provided. Don’t miss this exciting event!

Ladies: There will also be a meet and greet with Heather Payne on Friday night, April 3^rd at the Water’s Edge Clubhouse. Please sign-up in advance.

Sunday, March 8th Announcements

TICKETS GO ON SALE TODAY! Ticket sales start today for the concert by Heather Payne, former lead singer of Point of Grace. She will be at Cornerstone on Saturday night, April 4^th at 7 p.m. To help offset expenses, concert tickets are $5 each or $20 per family. Seating is limited so get tickets early for you and your friends. .Don’t miss this exciting event!

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FELLOWSHIP MEAL TONIGHT: Don’t miss tonight’s family fellowship meal beginning at 6 p.m. The church will provide drinks and we’re asking that each family please bring a dish or two to share so there’s plenty of food. For more information, see Cindy Flanigan or Pat Oxford.

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IMPORTANT BUSINESS MEETING TONIGHT: Our quarterly business meeting is tonight, immediately following our fellowship meal. All members should be present as we discuss our current ministries and future vision, and welcome new members. Financial reports and meeting minutes are available this morning for review prior to tonight’s meeting.

FOUNDATION 2010:

BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE

Sunday, March 1st Announcements

HEATHER PAYNE IN CONCERT! Heather Payne, former lead singer of contemporary Christian group Point of Grace is coming to Cornerstone! She will be in concert on Saturday night, April 4th and will be singing in our Palm Sunday service. To help offset expenses, concert tickets are $5 each or $20 per family. Seating is limited and tickets will go on sale next Sunday, March 8th. Don’t miss this exciting event!

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ATTENTION MEN: SIGN-UP TODAY! A men’s breakfast is planned for this Saturday, March 7th at 8 a.m. at the church. We’ll be discussing future mentoring plans and an outing to a Rays’ game. This breakfast is for all members, regular attenders, and their guests. Be sure to sign up today at the table in the foyer.

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FELLOWSHIP MEAL: Cornerstone’s next quarterly fellowship meal and business meeting will take place next Sunday, March 8th beginning at 6 p.m. The church will provide drinks and we’re asking each family to bring a dish or two to share so there’s plenty of food.

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FOUNDATION 2010:
BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE

What’s it all about? Be here next Sunday for all the details.

Sunday, February 22nd Announcements

MOVIE NIGHT IS HERE! Everyone’s invited to a showing of the powerful movie Fireproof on the big screen this Friday, February 27^th at 7 p.m. There will be free popcorn, and soft drinks will be available for purchase. Invite some unchurched friends to join you for this fun and thought-provoking free event.

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HEATHER PAYNE IN CONCERT! Heather Payne, former lead singer of Point of Grace will be in concert at Cornerstone on Saturday night, April 4^th. Seating is limited and tickets will go on sale March 8^th. Don’t miss this exciting event!

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MEN’S BREAKFAST: Another men’s breakfast is planned for Saturday, March 7^th at 8 a.m. at the church. Join us for this time of fun and fellowship and sign up to bring something at the table in the foyer. We’ll be discussing future mentoring plans and an outing to a Rays’ game.

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FELLOWSHIP MEAL: Cornerstone’s next quarterly fellowship meal and business meeting will take place Sunday, March 8^th beginning at 6 p.m. Plan on bringing a dish or two to share and stay for our meeting.

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FOUNDATION 2010:

BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE

Sunday, February 15th Announcements

MEMBERSHIP CLASS: Our Discover Cornerstone class is this Saturday, February 21^st from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church. This class is for anyone interested in becoming a member of Cornerstone, and for those who would just like to find out more about the church. Lunch will be provided. Please be sure to sign-up before you leave today at the table in the foyer.

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MOVIE NIGHT: Everyone’s invited to a showing of the powerful movie Fireproof on the big screen Friday night, February 27^th at 7 p.m. There will be free popcorn, and soft drinks will be available for purchase. Help us spread the word and invite an unchurched friend to join you for this excellent outreach opportunity.

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CALENDAR ALERT: Our next quarterly fellowship meal and business meeting night will be Sunday, March 8^th.

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FOUNDATION 2010 is coming.

Sunday, February 8th Announcements

WHAT IS BAPTISM?: If you’ve never been scripturally baptized and are interested in learning the meaning of baptism, Pastor Brian will hold a class next Sunday, February 15^th at 9 a.m. A future baptism service will be scheduled as needed.

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DISCOVER CORNERSTONE SIGN-UP: There’s still time to register for our next membership class scheduled for Saturday, February 21^st from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch will be provided. To help us in planning, please be sure to sign-up at the table in the foyer.

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MOVIE NIGHT: Cornerstone’s Missions Team will be hosting a showing of the powerful movie Fireproof on the big screen Friday night, February 27^th at 7 p.m. There will be free popcorn, and soft drinks will be available for purchase. Help us spread the word and invite an unchurched friend to join you for this excellent outreach opportunity.

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FOUNDATION 2010 is coming.

Sunday, February 1st Announcements

BAPTISM: Cornerstone will be holding a baptism service soon. If you have never been scripturally baptized and are interested in participating, you will need to attend a class on the meaning of baptism on Sunday, February 15^th at 9 a.m.

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DISCOVER CORNERSTONE: Those interested in becoming a member of Cornerstone or in learning more about the church should attend our next membership class on Saturday, February 21^st from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch will be provided. Please be sure to sign-up at the table in the foyer to help us in planning.

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MOVIE NIGHT: The Missions Team will be hosting a showing of the powerful movie Fireproof on the big screen Friday night, February 27^th at 7 p.m. There will be free popcorn, and soft drinks will be available for purchase. Invite an unchurched friend to join you for this excellent outreach opportunity.