21 Days of Fasting

Join Pastor Brandon, CATF leaders and the LifeChurch.tv Network as we fast for 21 days. Let's seek God, humble ourselves before and ask his blessing on 2011. Put him First.

Why should I fast?

• To hear God more clearly. God's voice will get stronger as I deny my own desires and say yes to him.
• To more fully align my heart with God's plan for my life.
  
• It humbles me as I realize how difficult it is for me to fast. I expose my weakness and my need of an all powerful God.
• To grow spiritually, to seek God's healing for sinful habits.

What should I fast?

• Whatever you sense God leading you to give up for the 21 days.
• You could fast coffee, desserts, all meat, eat only vegetables, soft drinks, all alcohol, all TV, all social media, the internet (except for work purposes), you could fast all food and drink only juice and water. It's up to you to figure out what God is leading you to do.

What else should we do besides fast?

• Pray for God to more fully work in your life, pray for healing physically, pray for release from sinful habits, pray for your family, for friends, for the salvation of people you know, for your church, for your pastor, for the needs of our community.
• Read the Bible. http://www.youversion.com/reading-plans/21-day-fast

When do we fast?

• Starting January 3rd for 21 days.

Who is fasting?

• many from CATF
• the LifeChurch.tv Network

Christmas Compassion

Christmas Compassion is beginning. We just loaded up one of our volunteers with diapers, wipes, newborn clothing to give to a young couple in the community. Praying God uses this gift to show his love to this family. Thanks CATF for giving. God will multiply this over and over.

On Friday afternoon we head to Greycliff Manor to bless 40 residents and then to the Rex Motel to give to another 10 people.

In addition we will sponsor a Compassion Child overseas.

What you keep is all you have, what you give God multiplies. Thanks for being part of this great micro-mission outreach to our community and our world. You are the best church in the world.

Video News Dec 17, 2010

Give Online
You can now give online using credit card and debit through Paypal. Safe, secure and convenient way to give. All your online giving will be receipted at year end. Follow this link to our web page and start the easy process by clicking on the Donate button.

Christmas Compassion is going to be through the roof this year. We have over 50 individuals that we will show compassion to this Christmas - WOW! Two ways you can be part of this great MicroMission outreach:

• Give above your regular tithe this Sunday.We still need you to give.


• Volunteer to gift give on Dec 24 at 3:30 pm. Please sign up this Sunday or email lindsay@churchatthefalls.com

Christmas Cards
Look for opportunities to pass these along.

News Dec 14, 2010

Hey CATF,

I am proud of the people that are part of CATF. I am proud that you are open to growing in your relationship with God. I know the last two weeks have been challenging talks (I have felt that personally). Even though they have been challenging, I keep hearing great feedback from so many about what God is doing in lives.
What is God asking you to do? Don't make excuses why you can't tithe and give, simply ask God what he wants you to do. Every single one of us has very unique dynamics in our lives that God is fully aware of and he wants to work through you regardless of the challenges you feel prohibit you from following him.

Here's the link to watch last Sunday's talk if you missed it or if you need to hear it again. Multiply week 2

If you haven't talked it over yet you can do that here, Multiply 2 Talk It Over.

Give Online
You can now give online using credit card and debit through Paypal. Safe, secure and convenient way to give. All your online giving will be receipted at year end. Follow this link to our web page and start the easy process by clicking on the Donate button.

Christmas Compassion is going to be through the roof this year. We have over 50 individuals that we will show compassion to this Christmas - WOW!

Two ways you can be part of this great MicroMission outreach:

• Give above your regular tithe this Sunday.We still need you to give.

• Volunteer to gift give on Dec 24 at 3:30 pm. Please sign up this Sunday or email lindsay@churchatthefalls.com

New LifeGroup - Laugh together, Lean on another, Learn together - Ian and Susan Gordon’s LifeGroup - Meeting the first 3 Saturdays of each month from 7 to 8 pm at Williams Fresh Cafe (Dorchester Road near the corner of Thorold Stone Rd). No need to sign up, be prepared to discuss Talk it Over questions. Contact Ian for more info
igordon@brocku.ca or call the church office Monday through Friday at 905 353-0013.


Christmas Cards
Start dreaming about how you can use these cards. Here's some ideas: Buy a coffee for the person in line behind you and pass them a card. Buy a box of donuts for the office and tape a few cards on the box. Help a neighbour and then give them a card. You can pick the cards up this Sunday.

News Dec 10, 2010

Hey CATF,

This Sunday presents us with an amazing opportunity to see great life change. I have sensed God really working in my life the last few days and believe he is preparing me to lead all of you to something great. Join us for week 2 of Multiply.

Christmas Compassion is going to be through the roof this year. We have over 50 individuals that we will show compassion to this Christmas - WOW!
Two ways you can be part of this great outreach

• Give above your regular tithe this Sunday.


• Volunteer to gift give on Dec 24 at 3:30 pm. Please sign up this Sunday or email lindsay@churchatthefalls.com

New LifeGroup - Laugh together, Lean on another, Learn together - Ian and Susan Gordon’s LifeGroup - Meeting the first 3 Saturdays of each month from 7 to 8 pm at Williams Fresh Cafe (Dorchester Road near the corner of Thorold Stone Rd). No need to sign up, be prepared to discuss Talk it Over questions. Contact Ian for more info
igordon@brocku.ca or call the church office Monday through Friday at 905 353-0013.


Christmas Bible Reading Plan on Youversion. http://www.youversion.com/reading-plans/rediscovering-the-christmas-season

Chirstmas Cards
Start dreaming about how you can use these cards. Here's some ideas: Buy a coffee for the person in line behind you and pass them a card. Buy a box of donuts for the office and tape a few cards on the box. Help a neighbour and then give them a card. You can pick the cards up this Sunday.

Video News Dec 7, 2010

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You can watch last Sunday's Message here, Multiply week 1

Don't forget to take time to Talk It Over


Here is the link to the Christmas Bible reading plan on Youversion. http://www.youversion.com/reading-plans/rediscovering-the-christmas-season


Start dreaming about how you can use these cards. Here's some ideas: Buy a coffee for the person in line behind you and pass them a card. Buy a box of donuts for the office and tape a few cards on the box. Help a neighbour and then give them a card. You can pick the cards up this Sunday.

Huge News!

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Here is the link to the Christmas Bible reading plan on Youversion. http://www.youversion.com/reading-plans/rediscovering-the-christmas-season


Start dreaming about how you can use these cards. Here's some ideas: Buy a coffee for the person in line behind you and pass them a card. Buy a box of donuts for the office and tape a few cards on the box. Help a neighbour and then give them a card. You can pick the cards up this Sunday.

I hope you were able to be part of our Sunday experience this past weekend. I had the privilege to team teach with Craig about healing your hurts. We hope to have video up on our website at some point this week, so if you missed it you can watch it there.

I would like to encourage you to Talk Over Sundays message. Ask God what step you need to take next to bring healing in your own life or to help someone else see healing begin in their life. There is abundant hope beyond hurt.



This Sunday we begin a new series entitled Multiply. Sometimes it's good if things don't add up. When God is in the equation, we can end up with way more than we expected. Learn what can happen in our lives when we shift our thinking and start to Multiply. This is likely the most powerful series of the year. Don't miss it!



Listen to some great Christmas music online at KLOVE



Join in with thousands of others and rediscover the meaning of Christmas at Youversion.com.

Video News November 26

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Here is the link to the Christmas Bible reading plan on Youversion. http://www.youversion.com/reading-plans/rediscovering-the-christmas-season

This Sunday will be the final week of Masquerade. Don't miss week 5, Hiding Your Hurt.

Masquerade, Multiply, Christmas Compassion

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Masquerade is extended to a 5 week series running through the end of November. Two more exciting weeks to come.

Secret Sin

On Sunday Craig challenged us to follow two areas of confession to begin the pursuit of freedom from hidden sin. Confess to GOD for FORGIVENESS (1 John 1:9). Confess to PEOPLE for HEALING (James 5:16)

Have you allowed God to search you? Have you confessed to Him the secret sin that is weighing you down? Are you willing to find healing by confessing your area of struggle to a trusted friend in order to find accountability and freedom from a besetting sin? We want to help you, please reach out.

If you missed last Sunday you can watch it at ChurchattheFalls.com

Remember to Talk It Over

Here are some great resources to help if you have faced any degree of infidelity in your marriage. Pastor Chris and Cindy Beall share their story of redemption.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZU69wEbubw&feature=channel

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wj-AgQGjtuQ&feature=channel

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O6ULtfwPHDM&feature=channel

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f1joeo9IhfI&feature=channel



Don't stay trapped in the cycle of online addiction, check out http://xxxchurch.com/

Talk It Over Week 3 - Masquerade

Record Breaking

Masquerade has been changed to a 5 week series running through the end of November.

Search Me, O God

On Sunday Craig challenged us to pray the following verse

Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. Psalm 139:23-24

What is God showing you, as you ask him to search your heart?

If you missed last Sunday you can watch it at ChurchattheFalls.com

Remember to Talk It Over

Talk It Over Week 2 - Masquerade

Video News Nov 5, 2010

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Un-Mask

Where are you with God? Be honest in your answer. Where do you need the most improvement? This past Sunday Pastor Craig really chanllenged us and led us by example to remove the masks we hide behind. To be honest it's so easy for us to get comfortable in our dysfunction. Do the hard work and begin to remove the mask. Be real and expose the dark areas of your life to the light of God. I would love to hear back from you about what God has been leading you through since Sunday. Email me at brandon@churchatthefalls.com so I can pray for you.

If you missed last Sunday you can watch it at ChurchattheFalls.com

Remember to Talk It Over

Talk It Over Week 1 - Masquerade

Idiotes?

Next Level

In the storms of life are you tempted to jump ship? Find out more this Sunday. Don't miss week 2 of Planted.

Next Steps - Planted

You may have noticed my one eye is red. No I didn't get in a fight. I have a broken blood vessel in my right eye. No big deal, it just takes time to clear up.



If you missed last Sunday you can watch it here. Planted Week 1

Also take a moment to Talk It Over, talk over and review what God spoke to you this past Sunday. Talk It Over

Until the whole world hears about Jesus,

Brandon Duff
Lead Pastor

Talk Over Week 1 of Planted

Update Oct 15

Job loss, health concerns or relational struggles are just a few of the real life issues we all face. What do you do when life begins to unravel? Learn more this Sunday in week 1 of Planted.


This past Sunday Craig led us on an exciting journey introducing us to the Chazown experience. If you missed it or want to experience Sunday's talk one more time click here Chazown There are great follow up resources for you to use individually or with a group. Take a look at Chazown.com In addition Craig's book entitled, Chazown, will be available this Sunday for $13. What's your Chozown?

See you Sunday. It will be a great day. Bring a friend along.

Brandon Duff
Lead Pastor

Chazown Talk It Over

Video News Oct 8, 2010

Video News Oct 1

Talk It Over - I Believe In You Week 3

Video News September 23

Talk It Over Week 2 - I Believe In You

Highest Ever

This past Sunday we recorded out highest ever Sunday morning experience attendance with 133 people. Wow! In our 3 1/2 years as a church we have grown from less than 20 people to a growing vibrant church. In our 2 years as LifeChurch.tv Network Church we have doubled in size. Great days are ahead. I love all that God is doing through our church, but I also pray that churches in our community are also growing. We can't do it alone.

If you remember me mentioning in last weeks video news about a first time guest, well he accepted Christ this week. Amazing life change! That's what it's all about!

If you missed this past Sunday please take a moment to go to ChurchAtTheFalls.com and watch it. I trust each of us were inspired to take it to the next level and motivated to build into the lives of children that are in our sphere of influence. Don't forget to Talk It Over with friends and family. What is one change you will make in order to point someone to greatness?

Prayer Requested

It’s Friday again already and while for most people that means a celebration of the end of the work week, for me it means my week moves into very high gear.

I really do love Sunday's, from the time I come into the office on Tuesday morning, it’s Sunday that’s in my sights.

Sunday morning generally takes a ton of energy out of me, but it's worth it.

One of the greatest things you can do for me and for Craig is to pray and invite people to come with you.

• Please pray that God will give me the sheer physical energy I’ll need to put the best I’ve got into what he wants to do on Sunday morning. Pray for my health, having Crohn's has its impact on me at times.
• Pray that I will communicate what God wants me to say on Sunday.
• Pray that God will help me not to allow the 101 other things I deal with before our morning experience starts to sap my emotional energy or shift my focus.
• Pray that I’ll approach the morning with passion and compassion.
• Pray that God will remind that it's all about Him and not about me.
• Pray that I love the people.
• Invite friends and bring your family with you this weekend.
• Would you also pray for Roman and Kim Rozborowskyj. Roman's brother passed away suddenly due to a heart attack.

I need your help and I need God’s help too.

Thanks,

Brandon

The Best Days Are Ahead

Talk It Over Week 1 - I Believe In You

Video News September 9

Talk It Over - Tony Dungy Interview

Video News September 3

Talk It Over Week 5 - Toxic Religion

Video News Aug 26, 2010

Talk It Over Week 4 - Toxic Words

Video News Aug 20, 2010

Talk It Over Week 3 - Toxic Relationships

Celebration Stories

Take It To The Next Level

Eye Lock

I had an eye lock moment. Today after our morning experience I locked eyes with a person as they shook my hand. As I looked into this person's eyes I saw life, I saw hope, I saw relief, I saw a second chance, I saw freedom, I saw what it looks like to know that God loves a person just as they are. This is one of the incredible moments of leading a church that says "come as you are". Thank you Jesus for changing lives.

Why do we set up in a movie theatre every Sunday? Because of those "eye lock" "ah ha" moments.


"My ambition has always been to preach the Good News where the name of Christ has never been heard, rather than where a church has already been started by someone else. I have been following the plan spoken of in the Scriptures, where it says, 'Those who have never been told about him will see, and those who have never heard of him will understand'." Romans 15:20-21

Talk It Over Week 1 - Toxic Thoughts

Toxic Clean Up

Toxic Material Ahead

Have you ever been around someone and your thought was, "they are toxic". Have you ever watched or listened to something and thought, "that's just toxic". Some times toxic religion, people and emotions are real obvious and other times not so obvious. Find out this Sunday what we do with the toxins we all face and how we "protect" ourselves without wearing a haz-mat suit.

Toxic

July 23 Video Update

Video Update July 15, 2010

Reality Check

The average marriage lasts 7 years. Something is wrong.

Simple advice... "And further, submit to one another out of reverence for Christ." Ephesians 5:21

Husband submit to your wife's needs. Wife submit to your husband's needs. Sad truth if we don't meet our spouse's needs then we leave the door WIDE open for someone else to step in and meet the needs.

God has established a family order... follow it. It works, God designed it that way.

It Is Possible To Change Your World

On Monday morning I found myself sitting in a parking lot programing a new cell phone, what I didn't know was that I was about to come to face to face with a person that understood that she could make a difference right where she was at. I became fascinated with a construction worker that was directing traffic. The one that holds the stop/ slow sign and controls the flow of traffic around a road construction site. Often these workers seem almost lifeless as they direct people around the barriers. No doubt this job could be rather boring at times. Not this lady, she excelled at being the best. She didn't let boredom or indifference take hold. She smiled at every person, nodded her head and motioned in such a graceful way to each motorist as they drove around the construction zone. She had people waving back at her, smiling and it even seemed they were happy to wait in the traffic. People coming in the opposite direction seemed to know her, likely because she had directed them around the barriers earlier that day. The passing motorists shouted greetings and waved as they passed by. She changed her world. I have never observed someone in this type of work that had such a great attitude or who wanted to make a difference. She clearly understood that she could "bloom where she was planted". That she could make a choice to make a difference.

I couldn't help but wonder if I approached life with her kind of attitude how much impact I could have for Christ. I know people would see something in me.

"God, help us to be all that you have planned for us to be. Help us to show your love right where we are and to see today as an opportunity to make a difference. To make the most of difficult jobs, difficult family situations, and unpleasant circumstances. Especially help those of us who find ourselves in great situations, yet lack the courage and faith to show who you are in our everyday lives. Fill us with your life changing power. May we be what you have called us to be right now, rather than wishing for perfect circumstances. I pray that the world is different as a result of our influence today. In Jesus Name Amen"

Thanks to the construction worker who showed me what it means to make a difference no matter what.

CATF ATM2010

Where do you like to watch movies? In a theater? On the couch at home? How about church? At the Movies is here! We’re enjoying blockbuster hits at CATF to see where truth meets the silver screen. Bring some friends and make sure to join us each week, because it’s your only chance all year to catch the messages. See you At the Movies this Sunday!

Coming Soon

Coming soon to CATF in the month of July. At The Movies 2010

Unstoppable Courage - One Prayer Week 1

From our friends at Lifechurch.tv

This past weekends message focused on the action of Benaiah in 2 Samuel 23:20, “He…went down into a pit on a snowy day and killed a lion.” His attack on the fierce feline was not a defensive move, not a necessary protective act. He took the offensive by going into the crater where the vicious animal was trapped and confronting it. His courage is unmistakable. Craig pointed out that often real faith requires actually going after our lions, those God breathed dreams that keep us up at night or cause our hearts to flutter when they pass through our thoughts. Perhaps it’s a new stirring, or have you carried it around in obscurity for years? What lion(s) do you feel you need to be chasing?

Does that beast waiting to be tackled in your life involve career…family…ministry…personal development…relationships…education?

We thought it would be both fun and challenging for us as an online community to encourage each other on our journeys toward unstoppable courage. For some, this may prove to be the first time you’ve ever revealed that unshakeable burden. Or you might have already tried to share your hunting tales with countless others. Either way, we want to be a part of your story. Are you still unsure which lion you should be pursuing, is your vision less than 20/20? That’s ok, feel free to disclose that as well.

May the courageous inspirations and prayers written out here represent future destinies fulfilled and lives changed! Go to our CATF Facebook page and share your thoughts and prayers.

[If you would like to dive deeper into the life and story of Benaiah, you can order Mark Batterson’s book, In a Pit with a Lion on a Snowy Day.]

Powerful Day

I would be hard pressed to remember a morning experience that had higher impact. Craig's message inspired and encouraged many. When I called people to stand if they were facing a lion and half of the people stood to their feet asking for God to give them the faith to step out and face the lion, I was in awe. As I prayed there were times that I sensed God touching lives at that very moment. One of the people that came to Christ today had this to say, "it took courage for me to raise my hand" - there is a cost to follow Christ. God is so awesome. Major move of the Spirit today. I experienced a great deal of anticipation all through Saturday evening and early Sunday as I woke up several times and prayed. Thanks to each of you for sacrifices made to serve at CATF. It is worth it! God is doing something very special in our midst. I pray we all submit to his leading.

My family and I will be on vacation the next two Sunday's. The two best gifts you can give me is to be part of the morning experiences the next two weeks and your prayers for us as we travel, relax and recharge.

On June 27th my daughter Shelby will share her story of redemption at our morning experience. Bring people - especially young people - I believe God will use her story to impact others.

Face that lion in His strength!

Talk It Over - One Prayer - Week 1

Canadian Unchurched

Ed Stetzer offers some great insight into the younger unchurched in Canada.
http://www.edstetzer.com/2010/06/the-source-of-this-data.html

Video Update June 3, 2010

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Great News

Forgotten Virtues
This past Sunday Craig challenged us about being grateful. I know it got my attention. We live in a society that is so "me" focused and we all need to refocus at times and to realize how good we have it. Often the key to being grateful is simply practicing it so why not jump over to our Facebook page and post what you are grateful for. If you missed this past Sunday be sure to watch it on our media page(click).

And remember one of the best way to apply God's word to our lives is to Talk It Over(click).

Making An Impact
This Past Saturday a team from CATF joined in our MicroMission to James Morden School. Read the email we received from the principal. Thank you(click)

Upcoming
One Prayer - During the month of June the LifeChurch.tv Network will partner with hundreds of churches around the world, standing together to proclaim Christ to the nations, serve our communities and pray. During this month we will have a couple guest speakers along with Craig Groeschel and Brandon Duff speaking to us. Here's a list of the talks we will be part of, Unstoppable Courage, Unstoppable Joy and Unstoppable Innocence. The last Sunday in June Brandon will speak with you about Unstoppable Redemption and a very special guest will join us that day to share a story of redemption -- don't miss it!. On the last Saturday in June, as part of our One Prayer event, we will do our annual Peanut Drive for Project Share.



If you haven't been to our Facebook page this week, take a few moments and check out CATF or become a friend if you haven't yet.

Micro Missions / Life In The Community

Why spend the morning cleaning up James Morden Public school garden? We do it to lift up Jesus. Here's an email from the principal.

The front of the school looks incredible...THANK YOU THANK YOU.................you and your team truly make a huge difference in our community.........please pass on our thanks to your entire parish for all the help and support.

Have a great day

Mark Piazza

Principal

James Morden Public School

Talk It Over - Forgotten Virtues - Week 5

Talk It Over - Forgotten Virtues - Week 4

Video Update

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Sunday Review

Forgotten Virtues

This past Sunday we experienced Craig's teach on the forgotten virtue of "loyalty". Loyalty seems to be at an all time low within our society. It seems that most people make decisions based on what is best for themselves. I hope each of us is taking a personal inventory in the area of loyalty and taking steps to be loyal in our relationships. Here is the link to experience Craig's teaching from Sunday, http://www.lifechurch.tv/message-archive/watch/forgotten-virtues/3 In addition don't forget to Talk It Over, http://churchatthefalls.blogspot.com/2010/05/talk-it-over.html


Upcoming

Micro-missions - On Saturday, May 29th we have the amazing opportunity to clean up the gardens at James Morden School. Will you join us? Email us at questions@churchatthefalls.com to indicate your participation. In addition if you have a source for flowers or mulch to spruce up the gardens let us know asap.

One Prayer - During the month of June the LifeChurch.tv Network will partner with hundreds of churches around the world, standing together to proclaim Christ to the nations. During this month we will have a few guest speakers by video from around the world. On the last Saturday in June, as part of our One Prayer event, we will do our annual Peanut Drive for Project Share.

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Life is short... and then eternity.

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ThePornEvent.com

From May 23-28, LifeChurch.tv and XXXChurch.com present ThePornEvent.com, a 25-minute interactive experience focused on the real-life effects of pornography. ThePornEvent.com has two segments, one for men and one for women; more details and the schedule can be found at ThePornEvent.com. During ThePornEvent.com we will examine the effect
porn has on our lives and relationships, and look at next steps for those who are struggling. Expect a non-threatening environment featuring stories, helpful answers, and an open conversation with people who’ve
traveled a similar path. ThePornEvent.com is for anyone who is interested in what it looks like to live a life beyond pornography.

Relevant Statistics from XXX Church

• 42.7% of Internet users view porn
• 20% of men say they view porn at work.
• 53% of Christian men consume pornography.
• Breakdown of male/female visitors to pornography sites: 72% male & 28% female
• 17% of all women struggle with pornography addiction.
• The average age of first Internet exposure to pornography is 11 years old.
• 90% of 8-16-year-olds have viewed porn online (most while doing homework).

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How Alive Is Your Marriage?

How alive and vibrant is your marriage? Have you become dad and mom to each other or are you lovers? Remember God sees your marital relationship before he sees your parental relationship. What can you do this week to revive your love for each other? Try just one of these and see how it goes. Remember you might be greeted with a weird look, but don't give up.

• Hold hands.... yes, you can still do that?
• Take time after dinner to talk about your day?
• Look into each others eyes and say, "I love you".
• Kiss! Kiss like you did way back when. You still have it.
• Enjoy time spent doing what your spouse likes doing.
• Write a note expressing one thing you appreciate about your spouse.
• Whisper something in your spouse's ear that no one else should hear. Hint...hint... It's not, "take out the garbage".

Get Out Of The Trap

Talk It Over - Forgotten Virtues Part 2

CATF Video Update

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Check out our CATF Facebook page... lot's happening there.

Talk It Over - Forgotten Virtues - Week 1

VIdeo Update

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Talk It Over - FAQ - Week 3

What is the meaning of Communion?

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Start Spreading the News

Have you found a great restaurant to eat at(if you have tell me)? A great place to shop? A fun vacation spot? A real bargain? A new friend?

What do we do when we make a great find? We tell people, because we are excited! I hope that Church at the Falls is a great find for you. If so, tell someone. Send them an email, post it on your Facebook, Twitter about it or bring it up in conversation. You might be surprised how the seeds you plant today grow over time.

What's up next?

This Sunday we will wrap up FAQ. Coming up next is a series called Forgotten Virtues. In it, we’ll be talking about:

• Honor.
• Purity.
• Loyalty.
• Integrity.
• Gratitude.

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Talk It Over - FAQ - Week 2

What do you think the Bible has to say about plastic surgery?

CLICK LINK TO VOTEWhat do you think the Bible has to say about plastic surgery?: "A new Poll by Church at the Falls."

Don't miss this Sunday at Church at the Falls to hear more about this topic.

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Good Friday / Easter

How will I remember Christ's death on the cross for my sins and celebrate His resurrection?

Friday

I will read the account of Christ's death in Matthew 27:11 - 61

At around noon I am going to take some time to pray. (It was midday when Jesus was crucified)

At 3.00pm, I will take some more time to pray and think about what Jesus’ death has done for me. (He died at 3.00pm)

At 4.00pm I will spend time with family enjoying dinner, in anticipation of Resurrection Sunday.

Saturday
At 8:45 in the morning I will be part of our food drive displaying the love of Christ to our community. (you are welcome to come along)

Sunday
I will read Matthew 28 the account of His resurrection. (the best story ever told)

On Sunday morning I will celebrate the Risen Savior with Church at the Falls.

The Year Ahead
In the days ahead I will invest my life to show Jesus to my world, not because I am a pastor but because He is my Savior.

New Series beginning April 11^th – “Frequently Asked Questions” Have you ever wondered what God thinks about suicide, sexuality, the end of the world, birth control, horoscopes, and why good people suffer? Find out the answers to these questions and more—join us for FAQ. Submit your question at www.lifechurch.tv/faq and your question may get answered as part of this series.

Where Is The Church?

Where is the church when my child is in crisis? As a parent, yes I am a parent before I am a pastor, I struggle with the same questions you do. Where is the church? What should the church be doing for my family? Why won't someone reach out to my family?

Here's the conclusion I have come to, as a parent, after pondering, praying and asking these questions. The Bible clearly teaches and indicates that as a parent I am called to pastor my child. I am called to pastor and lead my home. Noah is a great example of pastoring his family in a corrupt godless culture.

It was by faith that Noah built a large boat to save his family from the flood. He obeyed God, who warned him about things that had never happened before. Hebrews 11:7

We think of Noah as trying to save the world but his first priority was his family. Amidst all his flaws and shortcomings he led his family. That's what we need to do as parents. We need to live Jesus before our family. We need to love them closer to Jesus, not try to control them closer to Jesus. We need to pray them closer to Jesus. We need to teach them in our home about Jesus. Can I challenge you to take the steps that you need to for your family? I have a new question for all of us. Parents, what are we doing to save our family?

What then is the role of the church for my family and for your family? God gave pastors and teachers to the church to do the following.

Their responsibility is to equip God's people to do his work and build up the church, the body of Christ. Ephesians 4:12

Our church is here to equip you to do God's work in your home first and then we trust to do His work as part of our church and in the community. We want strong families. We want the best for your family. I believe we are giving the best, are you receiving it and applying it? Are you an active part of our church? What steps do you need to take?

My heart breaks when I see parents of young children investing more time in sports and hobbies than teaching their family God's Word. Dad and mom, teach Jesus to your little ones. Don't miss the opportunity.

My heart breaks when I see parents of teens in crisis knowing the formative years are behind and now your greatest influence will be your actions. Live like Jesus like you never have before! When you do this, you will fail but get back up and live like Jesus!

I pray for your families.

Talk It Over - Red Letter Day - Week 4

Easter Update

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Got A Question You Need An Answer To?

This year after Easter Craig Groeschel is taking three weeks to answer your questions… any questions! Questions about God, religion, sex, relationships, evil, anything that has been on your mind.

To submit your questions you can simply click on the link below and leave your questions. Be sure to invite your friends who have questions to submit as well!

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Talk It Over - Red Letter Day - Week 3

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Which Road Are You On?

Just A Click Away

What if you could be part of bringing the life changing truth of Jesus Christ to people around the world without leaving your own home or office. It is now possible with Church Online. I would love to see a group of 4 to 6 people from CATF lead a Church Online experience once per week, it's simple to do... very simple. Contact me if you are interested. Take a look at what Bobby Gruenewald Pastor, Innovation Leader at LifeChurch.tv had to say about this. http://swerve.lifechurch.tv/2010/03/18/india-urban-youth/

What Are You Seeing?

So often we view life as being in the valley (the crap of life) and then on the mountain top (let the good times roll). A better picture is two railway tracks running side by side. One track has its challenges and the other has good things. Make no mistake the two never meet, but seeing the two change how we view life. At bare minimum we see the grace of God amidst our trials. I think keeping the second view point allows us to see God at work in the midst of our challenges.

2 Corinthians 4:18 "So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal."

Forgiveness

How are you doing practicing what we heard this past Sunday about forgiveness? Remember what Miles challenged us to do, pray about the issue in your life where you need to receive or give forgiveness. Remember Jesus' love is greater than any offense.

Shouldn't you have mercy on your fellow servant, just as I had mercy on you? Matthew 18:33 NLT

For if you forgive men when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.But if you do not forgive men their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins. Matthew 6:14-15

Will you pray?

Talk It Over - Red Letter Day - Week 2

Spring Ahead

Don't forget to turn you clocks ahead one hour tonight. See you in the morning.

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How To Find The Good Life by Brandon Duff

Christianity is not about what you get for yourself, but what you give of yourself. For God so love the world He gave. How about you? Have you got caught up in the consumer Christianity mindset? It's easier than you think to go down that road, looking for what's in it for you.
At the very heart of God is giving. When we follow His heart and give of ourselves we will find that we receive so much in return.

This week will you give

• Time to a neighbour
• Money to the needy
• Talents to serve in the church
• Effort to help a co-worker
• ?

Give away your life; you’ll find life given back, but not merely given back—given back with bonus and blessing. Giving, not getting, is the way. Generosity begets generosity.”
Luke 6:38 The Message

Connection

Great connection opportunity offered by Tammy Harrison from CATF. Have fun and get in shape. Why not bring a friend that does not know Christ?

Starting Soon

FAITH FITNESS

A great way to get in shape! This is a combination Cardio/Muscle class infused with contemporary upbeat Christian Music. We will do different cardio styles each week (ie: hi-lo aerobics, cardio-boxing, bootcamp, interval training) combined with many muscle sculpting exercises. The result is ultimate fat burning while creating lean muscle mass! Following this will be a relaxing flexibility section. This workout is suitable for all ages, all levels, both men and women.

Classes offered at:

Beacon Christian School

300 Scott St.

St. Catharines

Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 (starting March 23)

Rhythm Generations Christian Dance

School, 384 Vine St., St. Catharines

Wednesdays 1:00-2:00 (starting Mar.24)

Cost: $ 60.00/ 10 week session

To Register or for more information contact Tammy Harrison

(905) 382-5546 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              (905) 382-5546      end_of_the_skype_highlighting or email harrisontammy@yahoo.com

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Letters from a Pastor - Part 3

Your Prayers Matter by Craig Groeschel

Dear Church,

My family is overwhelmed with gratitude for your prayers. Thank you for lifting us before God faithfully.

Several of you ask us often how you can specifically pray for us. I always look forward to giving you honest and immediate needs because I know your prayers make a difference.

If you ever don’t know what to pray, we always are asking God for wisdom to lead well, spiritual direction and power, anointing to teach God’s word, and protection for our family from spiritual and other attacks.We truly feel your prayers. Without your prayer support, we couldn’t do what we do.

Thank you for caring enough to pray.

Letters from a Pastor - Part 2

Your Friendship Matters by Craig Groeschel

Dear Church,

Thank you so much for treating me like a normal person. I feel that you honor the “office” of the pastor but love and accept me as a person.

I don’t take this for granted. Many of my pastor friends tell me that they feel lonely in ministry. Many have explained that other pastors in town are difficult to get to know and trust. Others have expressed deep hurts from friendships-gone-bad with people in their churches.

My family feels loved and accepted and not judged by the church. Some people may act differently around us because they are “with the pastor.” Our family enjoys when you are yourself and let us be ourselves. I’m especially grateful when you don’t put unrealistic expectations on my children and love them as regular kids.

We’ll always try to be a good and faithful example of Christ, but we’re grateful when you love us even though we occasionally fail.