John Bornschein, Chairman of the NDP Task Force, sent out the following e-mail this week concerning a Colorado Court of Appeals ruling which states that the governor’s proclamation for a state Day of Prayer violates the Constitutions’ provisions for religious liberty.

This ruling has the potential to impact National Day of Prayer proclamations across our nation.
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On Thursday, May 10, 2012, just one week after a record turnout for the National Day of Prayer across the country, when millions gathered from coast to coast to unite in prayer, the Colorado Court of …

Women from all denominations and walks of life are invited to come together to meet, fellowship, worship, and learn what it means to be a woman who is flourishing in the design and dream of God’s heart for her.
Time:
Friday, May 18th, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Saturday, May 19th, 9:00 – 4:00 pm
Location:
13715 Berry Hill Road
Elkwood, VA 22718
(formerly Elkwood Crossing Nursery & Garden Center)
Pack a lunch. Bring a friend and a blanket for bleacher-style seating and join others… in the Garden.
For more information, please call Tabitha at (540) 522-9350 or e-mail her …

Culpeper 2012 high school graduates will be holding a combined Baccalaureate Service at 2 p.m. on May 27th at Germanna Community College’s Daniel Technology Center (18121 Technology Drive, Culpeper, VA).
Family and friends of the graduates are invited to attend. Class members should arrive by 1:30 p.m. in their caps and gowns.

For more information, please contact Pastor Erick Kalenga at (540) 729-7330 or by e-mail at erick@hisvillage.org.

Throughout the month of May, St. Luke’s Lutheran Church will be hosting an ArtReach p’ART’y on Friday nights from 7 to 9 PM. All youth (grades 6-12) and adult volunteers are welcome. Pencils, pastels, canvas and collage supplies will be on hand for the enjoyment of those in attendance.
If you, or someone you know, would like to attend, please contact Darla Hedlund darladhedlund@msn.com or Pastor Kate Costa pastorkatecosta@gmail.com, (540) 825-8358.
St. Luke’s Lutheran Church is located at 1200 Old Rixeyville Rd., Culpeper, VA 22701.

But now, O Lord, you are our Father; …

There was a wonderful time of fellowship, prayer and worship during yesterday’s evening National Day of Prayer event held at the Culpeper United Methodist Church. Vertical Worship led the attendees in worship through their music and a number of people participated in the service. Pastor Randy Orndorff opened up the evening in prayer, Carolyn Kebede led in the Call to Worship, and Fran Kimball led everyone in a Prayer of Confession.
Virginia Morton read Jeremiah 17:5-8:
“Thus says the Lord: ‘Cursed is the man who trusts in man and makes flesh his …

By Ed Lyons
Thank you to all who showed up at our noon National Day of Prayer event on the Culpeper Courthouse lawn today, May 3rd. Approximately 125 people were in attendance. It was good to see so many who serve our community in areas of government, police, fire and rescue, education, military, business and worship.
A portion of those who attended the noon NDOP event on the Culpeper Courthouse lawn.
Special thanks to Maddie Wheeler, George Bowles, Doug & Anne Farmer, Darlene Neff, Troy Smith, Steve Buchanan, and Tim Smith who led us …

The Culpeper County Ministerial Association would like to invite you to attend any or all of the 61st Annual National Day of Prayer events in Culpeper on Thursday, May 3, 2012. This year’s theme is “One Nation under God”, which is based on Psalm 33:12 -
“Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord.”
The National Day of Prayer is a vital part of our heritage. Since the first call to prayer in 1775, when the Continental Congress asked the colonies to pray for wisdom in forming a nation, the call …

What: 3 day Regional Christian Conference & Ministry Expo
For Whom: Regional Body of Christ
By Whom: Sponsored by Culpeper County Ministerial Association
Where: Eastern View High School, Culpeper, County, VA
When: Fri – Sun, September 9th , 10th , and 11th (See below for notional schematic)
Why: Joining God’s initiative for preparedness of the Body of Christ: “Wake up, Be Ready, Walk United In Christ”
Special Speakers:
i. Dr. Tom Blackaby, Vancouver, British Columbia http://www.blackaby.net/
ii. …

Hospice of the Rapidan Will Host Free Workshops on Coping With Grief During the Holiday Season
Hospice of the Rapidan will offer free workshops for people who are grieving the loss of a family member, loved one or close friend this holiday season. The holidays can be especially difficult when dealing with the loss of a loved one. The program offers participants the opportunity to discuss their feelings, concerns, and questions with others who are going through similar experiences and to get assistance from Hospice of the Rapidan’s grief support team. …

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