Tuesday, April 04, 2006

291: OB Sunday, CD Library on Islam, Inernet Evangelism, Free Software

Operation Blessing Sunday: June 11th, 2006

In 2004, it was the Asian tsunami. In 2005, it was Katrina and Rita. Millions dollars and months later, Operation Blessing is still helping rebuild both of those major disaster zones.

Operation Blessing is getting ready for the next round of hurricanes, floods and other disasters in the coming year. They are asking churches to take a special offering, on June 11th which will be be used only for upcoming disaster relief here in the US and around the world

Promotional materials available:

· 5 min. DVD suitable for a Sunday morning service

· 12” x 18” posters and bulletin inserts

You and Operation Blessing, making a difference around the world when disaster strikes. Call Dean at 800-436-6348 for additional information and promotional materials.



UNDERSTAND THE WORLD OF ISLAM -- Global Mapping International has
announced the release of Version 2.0 of its popular World of Islam CD-ROM. Updated for 2006, the CD now contains 39 complete books by respected scholars and practitioners, ten newly-updated maps, an extensive new course on Current Issues in Islam, Hughes classic 750-page Dictionary of Islam, new country profiles, and fourteen new articles on current issues like contextualization and the roots of fundamentalism and militancy in Islam and much more... Over 12,000 pages of fully-searchable content! It's a tremendous resource for any Christian seriously interested in understanding Islam or ministering to Muslims. To learn more, visit
http://www.gmi.org/islamcd.htm on the web, or email info@gmi.org or call 719-531-3599 in the USA.

Internet Evangelism: Googling the Gospel
Every day hundreds of people find Jesus on the internet through evangelistic websites. The Web is the only medium which can target any affinity group of people, on the basis of ethnicity, geographic location, culture, hobby, felt need or interest, anywhere in the world. For people in search of God the Web often is one element in a chain of information and relationships. Campus Crusade for Christ, a ministry that works a lot with evangelistic websites, noted that a key element in each person's spiritual journey was email relationships. The web-pages themselves were only a starting point. Effective web ministries often need email mentors.

To help Christians discover the potential of the Web and to mobilize the digital outreach potential of the worldwide church, The Internet Evangelism Coalition (IEC) calls for an Internet Evangelism Day on May 7, 2006, and set up a special website with testimonies and resources. The IEC is an umbrella group of Christian organizations who share a vision for online outreach. ( Source: http://ied.gospelcom.net)


Powerful Image Editing software for Free: Gimp for Windows. Her's where to download it. Thanks to Pastor Jess Jackson for the reference: http://www.gimp.org/windows/

Monday, April 03, 2006

Partners 290: Passion Play at Chrysler, Joyce Meyer , Nat day of Prayer, General Loves His Enemies

Passion Play Scheduled for Chrysler Hall, Norfolk, VA. April 14-15

"The 2006 production of “THE PLAY” – The Man Called Jesus, presented by TMCJ International Productions, Inc. is scheduled to open at Chrysler Hall, Norfolk, VA for a limited engagement of three performances April 14 at 7:30 PM & April 15 at 3:00 PM and 7:30 PM. The Broadway caliber, thoroughly professional drama depicts the life of Christ from His birth to His resurrection.

This will be the 22nd year that the volunteer company of 400 people from 35 local churches will offer Hampton Roads this life changing production, which features colorful first century period costumes, special effects, authentic sets and live animals. This year’s production will premier guest artists from AcroDramance, of Homestead, FL. The company’s founder Steven Gonzalez has pioneered an innovative style of movement similar to Cirque Du Soleil that blends acrobatics and aerial dance into a captivating art form.

Reserved tickets for THE PLAY are $18, $15 and $12 each, with a group rate offered to purchases of 25 or more tickets for the same performance. Calling (757) 226-5003 can purchase group tickets and receive information. All other tickets can be purchased in person beginning March 6th at Chrysler Hall Box Office, M-F from 10:30 AM to 5:30 PM. They can also be ordered by phone at 757-671-8100 or going to www.ticketmaster.com (service charges apply). For further information about THE PLAY, see www.theplay.net.”

This is a great way to show people the Easter Story and the Gospel Story! Take a pre-saved friend and watch how God opens their eyes to the reality of Jesus and the Father’s love. ---Bob

Joyce Meyer is coming to the Hampton Coliseum April 20, 2006

“Joyce Meyer will be in Hampton, Virginia for 3 unforgettable days! She will be appearing at the Hampton Coliseum beginning Thursday, April 20th and ending Saturday, April 22nd. Admission is FREE, interpretation for the hearing impaired will be provided and their seats will be reserved until the start of each session. Doors open two hours prior to each session! For more information concerning her appearance in Hampton, please go to www.JoyceMeyer.org.

Conference Schedule



Thursday

April 20

7 PM

Friday

April 21

10 AM and 7 PM

Saturday

April 22

10 AM

News item taken from: http://www.tidewatercrosssection.com/LocalFeatures.htm)

Joyce is one of the best practical teachers of the Bible I have ever heard. Few people communicate biblical truth to women, in particular, as well as she does---Bob


Columbian General as Ambassador for Jesus! I heard a man today whose name will be known internationally as soon as his books are published. His stunning testimony is similar to that of the five young men killed in Ecuador in 1950 whose story was just told in the movie At the End of A Spear.

His beautiful 40 years old wife was killed by the fearsome FARC guerillas in Columbia in January 2002 while he was a general fighting them. Through a powerful conversion to Jesus, he came to forgive his wife’s killers and began to reach out to them in love—as the Bible commands. He was later captured by the FARC guerrillas for 22 days. In that time, he began to understand their hearts and they saw his. They all want peace and prosperity for Columbia. He now heads a ministry bringing reconciliation between the guerrillas the Columbian government.

The guerillas now protect him and some in the Columbian government are trying to kill him because he knows too much of about corrupt government officials selling guns and uniforms to the guerillas for millions while pretending to fight them. He is in hiding now to avoid assassination by rich, corrupt leaders in Columbia. Please pray for him. His obedience to the Gospel may serve as an example for how to respond to terrorists worldwide, as well as in Columbia.

Two Synagogues celebrate Israeli Independence Day May 6-7

Two Hampton Roads Messianic Synagogues have joined together to commemorate Israel’s 58th anniversary of being declared a nation in a two-day celebration Saturday and Sunday, May 6th and 7th at the corner of Granby and Thole streets in Norfolk.

Beth Messiah Synagogue of Norfolk and Congregation Zion’s Sake of Newport News will present an outdoor and indoor series of events including Israeli Dancing, music by Kol Simcha, and addresses by Attorney General Bob McDonnell, Congresswomen Joann Davis and Thelma Drake, Holocaust survivor Rose Price, and others.

The outdoor/indoor event will feature Israeli foods, ice cream sundaes, cold drinks and, of course, hot dogs. Special film presentations about the origins of Israel and its Jewish heritage will be presented. There will be children’s activities. Crafts and Judaica will also be available. For more information, contact Norman Berman at Beth Messiah Synagogue, 757-423-3440.


National day of Prayer: May 4th at Rock Church, Virginia Beach

Pastors and church members form throughout the Tidewater Area will come to PRAY FOR OUR NATION! Doors will open at 6:00 PM. Rock Church is located at 620
Kempsville Road
, Virginia Beach
, 23464. If you have any questions or
need further information, please contact the NDP Regional Event
Taskforce Chair, Olivia M. McDonald at (757)226-4305. We must hear
from each congregation by no later than April 20th, 2006 if you wish
to secure reserved seating for your church members. Email nationaldayofprayer@regent.edu.
Additionally, if you wish to bring your skillful musicians or choir, please call right away to be considered for those leadership positions.


40 Days of Prayer for Revival: Click here only you are willing to be challenged to seek God radically for the nation. This short testimony brought me to my knees.


Tech Tip: On Getting Website fonts bigger to read, Bob Black responded to last week’s tech tip: “There are some formats where the mouse wheel doesn't work and if it
doesn't work, try holding down the control key while clicking on the plus key (to enlarge fonts) or, clicking on the minus key (to reduce fonts). This usually works all the
time.

Correction: The JAARS event at the airport in Chesapeake on April 22-23 is free, but helicopter rides are $20 and plane rides are $15. (good prices!)