Ladies Spring Breakaway Day

In spite of poor weather and the fact some were not able to travel because of snow, approximately 80 ladies still enjoyed a great day together this past Saturday at Comox Pentecostal Church.

Below are a few pictures to prove it.

If any ladies who attended would like to post a comment below feel free.

Dangerous Men

This past weekend close to 70 guys gathered in our CPC hall for our spring men's retreat. Besides a bottomless bowl of pretzels and other snacks and drinks, our men were challenged to "Follow Jesus, He really does know where He is going." We also learned that being in the center of God's will can be a dangerous place; you just never know where God will lead you or what he will ask you to do. Living in the center of God's will is where the action is. The alternative, living a life of mediocrity or in staying in our comfort zone has little to offer when it comes to living a life full of meaning and purpose. I was reminded of something Rick Warren has often said: "God is more interested in our character than he is in our comfort."

One of the most inspiring times for me was following the practical teaching on prayer, where men were being called to step it up and become men of prayer. It was awesome to see so many men responding and praying for with each other. Guys were given prayer cards and asked to write out things that concerned them. Eg. Family, Church, Community.... These cards were then posted around the room and men gathered in groups and prayed fervently. For some of these guys it was the first time they had done something like this. There was a strong sense of God's presence during this time.

It seemed that everyone was challenged in one way or another. One of our business men shared with me how for the first time he realized he needed to have a strategy in his business that reflected the purposes of God in his life as well as his business. Over all it was a great time.

Pastor Calvin and his team of guys did an excellent job of putting it all together. Way to go, you are all appreciated.

Living Dangerously,
Pastor Dave