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We continue to make good progress with the building.  We have all of our engineers on board (Landscape, photometric, traffic and civil) and all of the additional survey work that had to be done (topo and water extension) has been completed.  We also have the first scheme for the interior and the exterior completed by the architect (Lee Architects).  We have currently met with five general contractors and will be making a selection within the next month.

We have been informed by the town that we will be required to re-plat the property but it will not be a typical plat.  There will be no fee associated with it and will be completed during the use by special review process.  We still do not have answers in regards to road improvements or the future cost related to the overpass but will get that information during the review process as well.  The town will use our TIS (Traffic Impact Study) to determine those costs.

The plan right now is to have everything completed for the use by special review application by early next week. We will have a submittal meeting with them and that will start the seven week review process by the town.  Not included in that will be the work that we will need to do to make corrections to the red lines they will have for us on their reviews.

We continue to move forward in all phases of the project (due diligence with the town and on the building, architectural, engineering, site planning, pre-construction and financing)

1.    When you think about your experience with prayer what thoughts/experiences come to mind?

2.    Finish this statement, “When I think about prayer I feel _______”

3.    Why do you think prayer is something that can be intimidating to us?

4.    On a scale of 1 to 10 (with 10 being the highest) how would you you’re your “prayer life”?

5.    This week we talked about some common “misconceptions” related to prayer.  These “misconceptions” were seeing prayer as:

• A Magic Wand
• A First Aide Kit
• A Game of Tug of War
• A Religious Duty

Which of these “misconceptions” are you most likely to find yourself believing?  Why?  What is the end result of living this “misconception” out in your life?

6.    Why is it important for us to see that prayer is not a sign of “weakness” but rather is meant to be part of God’s plan develop a “cooperative strength” with Him in our lives?

7.    As you re-read this list how many of these are true statements in your life?  What does this say to you?  Which of these statements is the most challenging to you?

8.    This week we talked about 4 Purposes of Prayer.  That prayer is an act of:

• Dedication
• Communication
• Supplication
• Submission

What are your thoughts about these purposes?  Why is it important to keep these things in mind when we pray?  How can you do a better job of applying these purposes to your prayer life?

9.    Read Matthew 20:30-33.  Why do you think Jesus asked these blind men, “What do you want me to do for you?”  What is it that you would like for God to do for you?  Stop right now and take a few minutes to communicate this to Him!!

10.  What are the biggest issues or needs in your life currently?  Spend some time praying for these needs as a group?

Final thought: With your group pray God will help you develop a deeper relationship with Him through prayer. Set aside a time each day over the next week to spend time talking with God.

Questions regarding the new building and capital campaign?

Please join us for 1 of 4 Informational Sunday meetings held at the Plum Creek Studio:

Jan. 29^th at 2:00pm

Jan. 29^th at 4:00pm

Feb. 12^th at 2:00pm

Feb. 12^th at 4:00pm

Please register for a date and time by clicking here.

Join me for prayer time at the future site.
I will be there at the following times and would love for you to join me through the Campaign.

Mondays at 5:30pm

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 8:00am

Plum Creek Community Church Vision Sunday!!

THIS Sunday, January 15th at 10:00am

Douglas County Events Center

(500 Fairgrounds Rd. Castle Rock, CO 80104)

For the first time in years we will all be together under one roof!
I will share the vision for 2012 including the latest news related to
the potential future home of Plum Creek.

NOTE: Childcare will be available for PreSchool and Nursery ages ONLY,
in the Kirk Hall Building which is onsite BUT in a different building than the adult service.

1.    Share any resolutions you have made this year or have made in past years?  Were you successful?

2.    Share one of the biggest decisions you have had to make and the process you used to make it.

3.    Resolve was described as important because it…

• Shows What We Value
• Shapes Our Character
• Influences Our World
• Determines Our Destiny

Discuss the benefits you have seen in your own life when you have, “come to a definite decision” or “determined to do something”.

4.    4 Steps were shared for Decision Making in 2012:

• Ask God for Wisdom
• Compare Benefits with Cost
• Trust God to Help Me
• Just Do It!

Which one of these steps do you find easiest, which one of these steps do you find hardest?  Why?

5.    Read James 4:13-15.  Why is it so important to have God’s perspective when making our decisions?  Share some important decisions you are or will soon be faced with so group members can pray for you.

6.    Close by praying for one another.

Don’t Forget…

Next Sunday, January 15^th at 10:00am

We will all meet together for

Vision Sunday

At the Douglas County Events Center.

1.     Read together through Hebrews 11. What emotions does it bring out in you?  Which story of heroic faith in that chapter, resonates most with you and why?

2.     Tell of an example in your life when you felt like you were suppose to demonstrate great faith in God?  Did you do it?  How did it turn out?

3.     We talked on Sunday morning about how it takes both courage and commitment to have heroic faith.  Which is more of a challenge for you, having courage when God asks you to take a step of faith, or having the commitment necessary to continue to have faith in him over time and in the middle of great trials?  Why?

4.     Tell about someone in your life who demonstrates heroic faith.

5.     In Matthew 17:20, Jesus talks about us needing to have ‘faith even as small as a mustard seed’.  Read that verse, and discuss what this means to you personally.

6.     What step of faith do you feel like God is tugging at your heart about for 2012?

7.     Commit to pray for one another in these steps of faith during this New Year.

1.    What are some of your favorite Christmas carols?  Why?

2.    Parts of the Gospel are presented so clearly through the verses of these carols.  As a group, recite some or parts of those verses.

3.    We are in Week 2 of our Christmas series, “Tags” based on Isaiah 9:6.  Read this verse again that was written 700 years before Jesus was born.  On first reading, which “tag” or name of Jesus speaks to you the most?

4.    Read Isaiah 7:14, John 1:1 and Philippians 2:6-7.

Then read this quote from Wayne Grudem:

Only someone who is infinite God could bear the full penalty for all the sins of all those who would believe in him - any finite creature would have been incapable of bearing that penalty; salvation is from the Lord, and the whole message of Scripture is designed to show that no human being, no creature, could ever save man - only God himself could; and only someone who was truly and fully God could be the one mediator between God and man, both to bring us back to God and also to reveal God most fully to us.

These verses all describe the theological truth of the Incarnation:  Mighty God became human.

What are some implications for the experience of our faith and the defense of our faith?

5.    The Four “Gifts” of the Incarnation talked about were:

a.    I Can Know God’s Perfect Character

b.    I Can Receive God’s Complete Forgiveness

c.     I Can Experience God’s Loving Friendship

d.    I Can Encounter God’s Transforming Power

How have you come to appreciate these “gifts”?  How has life been different because of these “gifts”?

6.    Read Romans 8:29, Romans 12:2 and Philippians 1:6.  These verses are meant to be encouraging to Christ-followers.  Reflect and share with one another how you have been and are being transformed.  If you know one another well, share how you have seen God’s transforming work in each other.

7.    Spend time praying for one another and for those on your “list” who have yet to come to know Jesus - our Mighty God!

1.  We began this week’s message talking about the challenges of naming our kids.  Do you know the story behind how you were given your name?  If so share it with your group.

2.  We began this year’s Christmas series, “Tags”.  This series is based on a famous verse found in Isaiah 9:6 that was written 700 years or so before Jesus was born.  Read this verse and write down the 4 names that Isaiah said would describe Jesus.

3.  Read the following verses: John 14:16-20; John 16:7-15 and write you’re your thoughts or share them with your group.

4.  When Jesus left the earth, He sent his Spirit (The Holy Spirit) to continue as our Wonderful Counselor. How do we receive this guidance, advice and counsel?

5.  God speaks to us different ways but most can be grouped into these 4 categories.

• The Bible
• Through our experiences
• Through others
• Through a still small voice

Describe some of the ways God has spoken to you.

6.  Read these verses: Matthew 18:20; Luke 5:31-32; Isa 61:1 and write you’re your thoughts or share them with your group.

7.  Take some time today (this week) to get alone with God and practice listening to Him.  Begin by finding a quiet spot and quieting your heart.  Once you are in that place ask God these three questions…then listen & write down His responses.

• Jesus, what one thing do you wish to change in me today?
• Jesus, What is keeping me from changing? (Be open to whatever He says)
• Jesus, what one thing can I do today to begin changing?

Be sure to share with your group or with a loved one what God said to you.

8.  Conclude your Journey Group or time of personal reflection asking God to use our Christmas Series to help you get to know God better.