Christ Apostolic Church WOSEM
Christ Apostolic Church WOSEM, 7919 Buffalo Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23518
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Welcome to Christ Apostolic Church WOSEM. We are happy you are here today. We are a non-denominational Bible believing Church located on 7919 Buffalo Avenue in Norfolk, Virginia.
The congregation is made up of people from many nations. We have a mandate to "go into the world and preach the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ to every nations".
Please feel free to visit often and if you happen to be around Hampton Roads in Virginia, join us at every service as we worship the Lord our God in an atmosphere of Holiness, Truth and Love.
You can also visit our churches in other cities and states. Here are some links to their websites:
www.christapostolicchurch.org
www.cacwosemdc.org
www.citadelofgodalmighty.com
www.cacwol.org
www.cacamerica.org
www.cacwosemconnecticut.com
Thank you for visiting, we hope to see you again soon.
Richard Olajide, Pastor
The congregation is made up of people from many nations. We have a mandate to "go into the world and preach the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ to every nations".
Please feel free to visit often and if you happen to be around Hampton Roads in Virginia, join us at every service as we worship the Lord our God in an atmosphere of Holiness, Truth and Love.
You can also visit our churches in other cities and states. Here are some links to their websites:
www.christapostolicchurch.org
www.cacwosemdc.org
www.citadelofgodalmighty.com
www.cacwol.org
www.cacamerica.org
www.cacwosemconnecticut.com
Thank you for visiting, we hope to see you again soon.
Richard Olajide, Pastor
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Women Ministry
Men Ministry
Children Ministry
Church Address:
7919 Buffalo Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23518
7919 Buffalo Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23518
Services
SUNDAYS:
Sun School: 10-10:50a.m.
Worship Service: 11-1:30p.m.
WEDNESDAYS:
Bible Study: 7-9:00p.m.
FRIDAYS:
Prayer Meeting: 7-9:00p.m.
SUNDAYS:
Sun School: 10-10:50a.m.
Worship Service: 11-1:30p.m.
WEDNESDAYS:
Bible Study: 7-9:00p.m.
FRIDAYS:
Prayer Meeting: 7-9:00p.m.
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Christmas Service
December 25, 2009
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Dr. Paul Obadare
General Overseer
CAC WOSEM USA, Canada & Europe
General Overseer
CAC WOSEM USA, Canada & Europe
VERSE OF THE DAY
LIFTING UP TIRED HANDS
Exodus 17:8-13
Pastor appreciation is very much in order. God's word calls us to support clergy. In 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 we are told: "And now, friends, we ask you to honor those leaders who work so hard for you, who have been given the responsibility of urging and guiding you along in your obedience. Overwhelm them with appreciation and love" (The Message).
The Pastor's Plight
The pastor of a church is in a precarious position; he can't please everyone! It has been said:
If he is young, he lacks experience; if his hair is grey, he's too old for the young people.
If he has several children, he has too many; if he has no children, he's setting a bad example.
If he preaches from his notes, he has canned sermons and is too dry; if he doesn't use notes, he has not studied and is not deep.
If he is attentive to the poor people in the church, they claim he is playing to the grandstand; if he pays attention to the wealthy, he is trying to be an aristocrat.
If he suggests changes for improvement of the church, he is a dictator; if he makes no suggestions, he is a figurehead.
If he uses too many illustrations, he neglects the Bible; if he doesn't use enough illustrations, he isn't clear.
If he condemns wrong, he is cranky; if he doesn't preach against sin, he's a compromiser.
If he fails to please somebody, he's hurting the church and ought to leave; if he tries to please everyone, he is a fool.
If he preaches about money, he's a money grabber; if he doesn't preach spiritual giving, he is failing to develop the people.
If he drives an old car, he shames his congregation; if he drives a new car, he is setting his affection on earthly things.
If he preaches all the time, the people get tired of hearing one man; if he invites guest speakers, he is shirking his responsibility.
If he receives a large salary, he's mercenary; if he receives only a small salary, well-it proves he isn't worth much anyway.
According to the Pastor Care Network:
80% of pastors believe ministry has negatively affected their families.
33% say that being in ministry is an outright hazard to their families.
75% report a significant stress-related crisis at least once in their ministry.
50% feel unable to meet the demands of the job.
70% say they have a lower self-image now than when they started.
40% report a serious conflict with a parishioner at least once a month.
70% do not have somebody they consider a close friend.
50% have considered leaving the ministry in the last three months.
50% of those who go into full time ministry drop out in five years.
94% of clergy families feel the pressures of the pastor's ministry.
And according to the Jan/Feb issue of The Christian Examiner, between 1,400 and 1,600 Christian leaders leave the ministry every month. {2004}
The Alban Institute estimates that 17% of pastors are experiencing burnout. A study of one major denomination concluded that less than one-third of its pastors were happy in their work. Another 30% were "deeply ambivalent" about ministry. And 40% described themselves as "heading for burnout."
Though the pressures pastors face are great, the resources God provides are too. And one of the greatest resources is God's people. Every person in the church can encourage his or her pastor's heart.
By Dean Morgan
Exodus 17:8-13
Pastor appreciation is very much in order. God's word calls us to support clergy. In 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 we are told: "And now, friends, we ask you to honor those leaders who work so hard for you, who have been given the responsibility of urging and guiding you along in your obedience. Overwhelm them with appreciation and love" (The Message).
The Pastor's Plight
The pastor of a church is in a precarious position; he can't please everyone! It has been said:
If he is young, he lacks experience; if his hair is grey, he's too old for the young people.
If he has several children, he has too many; if he has no children, he's setting a bad example.
If he preaches from his notes, he has canned sermons and is too dry; if he doesn't use notes, he has not studied and is not deep.
If he is attentive to the poor people in the church, they claim he is playing to the grandstand; if he pays attention to the wealthy, he is trying to be an aristocrat.
If he suggests changes for improvement of the church, he is a dictator; if he makes no suggestions, he is a figurehead.
If he uses too many illustrations, he neglects the Bible; if he doesn't use enough illustrations, he isn't clear.
If he condemns wrong, he is cranky; if he doesn't preach against sin, he's a compromiser.
If he fails to please somebody, he's hurting the church and ought to leave; if he tries to please everyone, he is a fool.
If he preaches about money, he's a money grabber; if he doesn't preach spiritual giving, he is failing to develop the people.
If he drives an old car, he shames his congregation; if he drives a new car, he is setting his affection on earthly things.
If he preaches all the time, the people get tired of hearing one man; if he invites guest speakers, he is shirking his responsibility.
If he receives a large salary, he's mercenary; if he receives only a small salary, well-it proves he isn't worth much anyway.
According to the Pastor Care Network:
80% of pastors believe ministry has negatively affected their families.
33% say that being in ministry is an outright hazard to their families.
75% report a significant stress-related crisis at least once in their ministry.
50% feel unable to meet the demands of the job.
70% say they have a lower self-image now than when they started.
40% report a serious conflict with a parishioner at least once a month.
70% do not have somebody they consider a close friend.
50% have considered leaving the ministry in the last three months.
50% of those who go into full time ministry drop out in five years.
94% of clergy families feel the pressures of the pastor's ministry.
And according to the Jan/Feb issue of The Christian Examiner, between 1,400 and 1,600 Christian leaders leave the ministry every month. {2004}
The Alban Institute estimates that 17% of pastors are experiencing burnout. A study of one major denomination concluded that less than one-third of its pastors were happy in their work. Another 30% were "deeply ambivalent" about ministry. And 40% described themselves as "heading for burnout."
Though the pressures pastors face are great, the resources God provides are too. And one of the greatest resources is God's people. Every person in the church can encourage his or her pastor's heart.
By Dean Morgan
2010 Watchword
"Therefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and rest your hope fully upon the grace that is to be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ"
1 Peter 1:13 NKJV
"Therefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and rest your hope fully upon the grace that is to be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ"
1 Peter 1:13 NKJV
