Summer Bible Study

• Host:
  BLOOM! Cross Points Church
  913-631-1100 
• Cost of Material
  $10  Pay at the table after church  on June 8, 15, or 22 when you register.  Please register for child care at that time so we can make arrangements.
  

• When:
  Starting Wednesday, June 25 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM for 6 sessions.
• Where:
  Fireside Lounge
  Cross Points Church  
  
  

From a state of fear, weakness, and insecurity, Gideon emerged as Israel's hero, filled with God's presence and His passion for deliverance. Like everything else in the Bible, this is a story about God and His people. It's a story of His love for them, as well as His strength operating in spite of their weakness—even through their weakness. This study will encourage you to recognize your weakness as the key that the Lord gives you to unlock the full experience of His strength in your life.

Join us for six weeks this summer as we study Gideon's life during the week, then come together on Wednesday nights to listen to Priscilla Shirer and share with other women in small groups.  Please register for child care so we can make arrangements.

BLOOMIN' in Martha's Garden

We had a great time, Martha!  Here are some photos of the garden if you want to look: 
http://basketsofsummerfruit.blogspot.com/2014/06/we-loved-you-so-much.html

• Host: BLOOM!

• When:  Saturday, June 14 at 9:30 AM to Saturday, June 14 at 11:30 AM

• Where:  meet at Martha Anderson's Garden
  10400 W 52nd Terrace
  Shawnee, KS 66203

And the Lord God planted a garden in Eden...Gen 2:8

People plant gardens for lots of reasons--for food, for exercise, for beauty, or for relaxation.  And they visit gardens for those same benefits.  No matter the reason for being there, you always learn a little bit about the gardener when you visit her garden. 

Martha Anderson is a long-time gardener and floral designer as well as a member of Cross Points Church.  She's graciously invited us to enjoy her personal garden during its most beautiful period.

Come for the beauty, the fellowship, to learn a little about gardening, or to learn more about Martha.  But please come.  And bring a friend.  We'll have some cool water available, but wearing a hat and some sunscreen would be a great idea.  Come and go as you can.  Martha will lead tours and answer questions.  And we sincerely hope you will enjoy a relaxing morning of sharing what's BLOOMin' in Martha's garden.

BLOOM! into Healthy Living: Exercise with Alvina!

You asked for it, girls, here we go....           

                                                               

BLOOM!  Into Healthy Living

Exercise Class

Get Stronger!  Get Healthier!

A weekly one hour cardio, strength and stretch class.

Starting Thursday, May 15

5:30 pm in the Fireside Room

$5.00 suggested donation to go towards our Capital Campaign fund.

Questions or sign-up—

Call or text Alvina  (913)208-5242

Running late that day?  Come anyway!

Daughters welcome to come exercise with Mom!

BLOOM! Into Healthy Living

Thanks to Tracy, Elizabeth, Elaine, and Alvina for such a fun and information-packed evening!  You all inspire me!  Watch for the next part--an exercise class! 

 

BLOOM! into Healthy Living

• Friday, May 2 at 7:00-9:00 PM
• Fireside Room, Cross Points Church

We're so excited to announce our very first ever Panel Discussion just for us girls--this one on living a healthy lifestyle!  Please join our knowledgeable panelists, Elizabeth Mains, Elaine Miller, and Alvina Young and our moderator for the evening, Tracy Martinez.  We'll have a lively and fun discussion about topics such as:



Get motivated, Get moving!
Creating a restful, peaceful, joyful environment.
Fat Free...It's not all it's cracked up to be!
Exercising with Babies, Toddlers, and Kiddos at home.

Our panelists have made changes and learned what works in their lives--now they're ready to share their strategies and tips with us!  Please don't miss it!

We'll have healthy snacks, child care if you pre-register and we can arrange it, and a ton of fun.

Got a question about nutrition or exercise or just staying healthy?  Ask it in the comment section when you RSVP to your evite and we'll get it to our panelists to answer that evening.  Or send it in an email to bloom4him@gmail.com

We can't wait to see all of you!

Warrior Princess Club (WPC)

Thank you, Tonya McGhee for inspiring all of us to recognize our worth as Daughters of the Most High King!


After the Bible Study this summer and the Retreat this month, many of you have expressed a desire for more opportunities to connect with each other and grow further in The Lord.  BLOOM! is pleased and excited to announce that a women's group will be meeting on Wednesday nights at 7 in the CPC Fireside Room. 

This small group is open to women of all ages and doesn't require any commitment. Come when you can and bring a friend! These meetings will focus on helping us be awake to the Spirit and know who we really are in Christ. We will be talking about Kingdom matters and learning how to step into our rightful places as daughters of the Most High King. Topics will include heart healing, battle training, dream building, and much more! We will tackle real life issues with an eternal perspective--using humor, visual aids, and in a plain-speaking manner. 

If you are struggling with your purpose, if you feel like you are in waiting for your life to begin, if you feel overwhelmed with depression, loneliness, or business in life....this group is for you! If you have any questions, feel free to contact Tonya at 913-523-3817.  If you need childcare--let Tonya know.  We will do our best to have it on an "as-needed" basis.

We have a group page on Facebook.  Please drop by and "like" us so we can tag you in future posts!

Awake...and Dream

photo used under CC license

You made us for much more than this
Awake the kingdom seed in us
Fill us with the strength and love of Christ…

Build Your Kingdom Here 

by Rend Collective Experiment 

BLOOM! invites you to put the world behind for twenty-four hours and come away to Awake...and Dream.  It's time to shake off the slumber, to awaken and refresh our spirits, to seek God and worship Him. Come away to savor the peace of a beautiful Kansas autumn day and the fellowship of like-minded sisters.  Come away to awaken your senses to hear God's voice sweetly whispering His love song to you.  Come away to give yourself time to dream.

Retreat dates: October 11-12
Location: Timber Lakes Camp and Retreat Center1375 Rock Creek Rd ~ Williamsb1 

          1375 Rock Creek Road
           Williamsburg, KS
           785-242-3422
           http://tcamp.worthyofpraise.org/

Cost:  $50 if registered by Sept 29, 2013  After this date the cost will be $55 subject to availability.  Space is limited, so register early.

Total cost includes:
-Motel style rooms with all linens provided.  Average 4 to a room.

-Friday evening dinner,  Saturday breakfast and lunch (all you can eat) served in the dining room.

-Access to the beautiful outdoor surroundings of the retreat center.

-A campfire with s'mores.

Please register at the Bloom table on Sunday mornings in September after the services. 

What to bring with you:

Bible

Notebook and pen

Personal Toiletries

Weather-appropriate clothing

Walking shoes

Snack to share

A heart ready to worship and fellowship!

Worship led by Melissa Morales

     Melissa began worship ministry at the age of 14.  She has ministered in several churches across the country, and served with Youth With a Mission in Nashville, Tennessee, ministering as well in Latin America and Southeast Asia.  She currently lives in Johnson County with her husband of 16 years, Robby, and their four children. 

Conference Speaker: Tonya McGhee

     Tonya McGhee was raised in a small town and dreamed of a life of magic and meaning.  A sometime actress, poet, singer, and songwriter, she settled down to raise a family and make a home.  Years later, she has found that life of meaning in the most unexpected place...as a daughter of the Most High King!  Now she is on an epic quest...searching for truth, love, and kindred spirits while battling the fierce foes of fear, worry, and regret.  She has been freed from the spell of the Enemy, and her duty now is to share the keys of the Kingdom with others.

More questions?  Contact us on Sunday mornings in September at the BLOOM! table or send us an email:  bloom4him@gmail.com

Want to read something while you're waiting for the Retreat?  May BLOOM! suggest Waking the Dead: the Glory of a Heart Fully Alive.  By John Eldridge.

Come set Your rule and reign
In our hearts again
Increase in us we pray
Unveil why we're made
Come set our hearts ablaze with hope
Like wildfire in our very souls
Holy Spirit come invade us now
We are Your Church
We need Your power
In us
Build Your Kingdom Here 
by Rend Collective Experiment

Anointed, Transformed, Redeemed, A Summer Study of David's life.

David was Anointed....but he made mistakes.  And though he was redeemed--still he grappled with the choices he made.
But he was transformed--and we can be, too.

Anointed, Transformed, Redeemed

3 Authors
3 Generations
3 Perspectives
1 Bible Study.

Join us on Tuesday evenings, beginning June 18 for this study featuring Beth Moore, Kay Arthur, and Priscilla Shirer.

Cost is $12 for workbook, payable at the first class.
We will enjoy a video presentation by each author as they explore the life of David, followed by small group discussion.
Guided by Tracy Martinez and Jan Brooks.

Child Care will be provided--but you must pre-register.
Please respond here with the ages and names of your children, or meet us after church in the foyer at the BLOOM! table June 2nd or 9th.

We will order workbooks on June 10--please respond before that time in order to receive a book at the first study meeting.

Responding "yes," means we WILL order a book for you.
Please let us know if you have questions.