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EASTERN HILLS GATHERING CANCELLED THIS WEEK

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Following the recommendation of Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, we have decided to cancel our regular worship gatherings this Sunday at Christ the King Eastern Hills.

The elders have been praying and considering this for the past few days. We do not take this lightly, because the church gathering is a command of God and a need for His people (Heb 10:25). But Jesus also tells us to be good neighbors. When our city and state governments ask us to comply with this restriction for the sake of public safety, we believe it honors Him to comply with their request (Rom 13:1).

Some people are starting to panic out there, but not us. To be clear: we are not canceling the gathering out of fear or simply because the government said so. We are canceling the gathering out of love for our neighbors.

God is good and he is sovereign over everything. Jesus said, “In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world” (John 16:33). That was true when he said it and it’s still true today. Jesus has overcome the world and whatever viruses that happen to be in it.

The elders will be in discussion about what’s next and will be in regular communication through email and Facebook. Pray for those in our church who are older or more physically vulnerable. Pray for God to work through this situation for his glory and our good. And pray for the elders of CTK – this is a pretty weird situation to lead through!

Songs of Comfort
In times of uncertainty and fear we can turn to the truth of scripture to comfort us in our anxiety and to set our hopes on our Father in heaven, the Sovereign Lord of all. This playlist is intended to aid you in this work of finding peace in these troubling times. Follow along here.

CTKEH BUILDING RENOVATION FUND
As many of you know, we have a leaky roof over our fellowship hall. This limits how we can use that portion of the building to serve our church body and the surrounding communities. We believe it is our calling to steward the building to the best of our abilities in order to serve our community, serve the body at CTKEH, and to honor God. If you want to give to the Building Renovation Fund, you can click here to give online. Make sure you choose ‘Building Renovation’ in the drop down menu.

MAJOR EVENTS

#NOPLACELEFT EVANGELISM TRAINING
March 28th @ 9am
We’ll be having an online training seminar for those interested in learning to share their faith – learn how to simply and effectively share the gospel.
Signup here.

ANXIETY EVENT: STILL
Saturday, March 28th
10am-1130am
You can’t open up a social media feed, turn on the TV, or talk to a friend without receiving anxiety producing news today. We’re living in uncertain days, but we have trustworthy and steadfast God who doesn’t leave us on our own. That’s why we’re opening up the anxiety event to everyone. Plan to spend your morning with us as we examine our worries in light of truth. Hilja Ruegg is a CTK member and physician who will be talking about how God has designed our brains to respond to anxiety and discipline of rest. We’ll also worship together and explore practical resources and disciplines for addressing anxiety both today and when COVID-19 is a thing of the past.
Tune into our livestream!

CTK MEN’S RETREAT
April 16-18
Red River Gorge
Cost: $40
Men of Christ the King! It is time to retreat into the wilderness for a time of fellowship, frivolity, and iron sharpening. Join us for this year’s men’s retreat in the Red River Gorge. You will be challenged in mind and body as we enjoy God’s beautiful creation and pursue deeper friendships that will help us grow in maturity.
Click here to register now.

SECRET CHURCH 20: God, Government, & the Gospel
Friday, April 24, 2020
7:00pm – 1:00am
The idea behind Secret Church comes from time David Platt spent teaching and ministering among underground Asian house-churches. Due to hostility from the government, from the surrounding community, and even from their own family, many of our brothers and sisters in Christ around the world are forced to gather in secret, sometimes at the risk of their lives.

The plight of our persecuted brothers and sisters also explains why prayer for the persecuted church is a major part of every Secret Church gathering. We remember those who cannot meet openly, asking God to sustain their faith, to change the hearts and the actions of their persecutors, and to use their witness for the spread of the gospel.

Signup by March 31, here.

THINGS TO KNOW

CTKEH BUILDING RENOVATION FUND
Want to give to our Building Renovation Fund? Click here to give online. Make sure you choose ‘Building Renovation’ in the drop down menu.

PLAY GROUP @ EH

Tuesdays from 9:30-11am

For any parent who would like some adult conversation while their kids (hopefully) play with others, come join! We will read a book as a group together to help us connect and direct some great conversation.

WOMEN’S BRUNCH

1st Saturday of every month @ 10 AM

Women’s brunch is a time for us to gather as women and fellowship while enjoying some great food and coffee. Bring a dish to share if you can. See you there!

STAY CONNECTED

CITY GROUPS
Make it a priority to gather with your group to study God’s word together, to spend time in prayer, to fellowship, and to look forward to what God has in store for us this year. For more info about group life or how to join a group, click here.

JOIN A TEAM – OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE
We are servants who are committed to obeying Christ; doing works of love, justice, and mercy; applying the gospel in our vocations and in our church family; and partnering with like-minded organizations for the good of our community. You can find out more or sign up for a team by clicking the image above.

NEED PRAYER?

Every Tuesday we gather as a staff to pray for specific needs within our church body.

Fill out the form below to send us a message about your prayer requests/praises.

MAJOR EVENTS

THINGS TO KNOW

STAY CONNECTED

Eastern Hills Service at 10AM

UPTOWN SERVICES AT 9AM AND 11AM