X-Madness! Semi-Formal

Grab you favorite stillettos, college t-shirt, tournament brackets, and face paint!
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We're kicking off March Madness at Champp's on the Streets of Southpoint in Durham Friday, March 16th!

We are going to start arriving at 5:30pm for dinner.

MORE IDEAS:
* Suits with your favorite t-shirt underneath.
* Wear a t-shirt & Jeans with a tie around your neck.
* We love face paint!
* Make your own shirt.
* Take your favorite dress and accessorize with college gear.
* Be as tacky or classy as you are comfortable with!

Bring your college rivalries! Don't be afraid to go all out! The more creative the better.
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You didn't go to a NCAA school? Who cares! Come out dressed as a Meredith Angel or support you William & Mary Tribe Pride.

Don't like basketball? Look at it as a fabulous chance to wear that dress or a way to get to know some new people.
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Who knows, the crazy, heart stopping passion of Tobacco Road just might rub off on you in the process.

X-Seminar! Relationships: Friday, Feb. 23rd 7:30pm

We had an 86 people turn out for the first relationship seminar last weekend and a lot of requests that we make it a series.

Come to Part 2 next Friday, Feb. 23rd in the Fellowship Hall at King's Park.

UNTIL THEN:

Get the Seminar Notes

CDs are on sale in the Exchange Bookstore at KPIC.

Once you've heard the CD, if you have a topic to cover or a question you'd really like us to answer at the follow up seminar, please email me your request to merr_cho@yahoo.com.

This Friday, Feb. 16th. GAME NIGHT

We're bringing tons of games out to give you another fun way to get to know your neighbors.

Spades, Apples to Apples, Scene It!, Pictionary, Outburst, Taboo, Risk, Trainwreck, Cranium, Monopoly, Balderdash, Candy Land, Operation, Scattergories, and more!

If you aren't a game person, come join us for ice cream shakes, floats, and sundaes!

The fellowship hall is located by the church playground. As you are coming in the parking lot, head to the right side of the building. Look for all the cars!

Call Kim at 919.949.9789 if you have any questions.

X-Service! African Children's Choir House Work Day this Saturday! 10am -4pm

We'll spend the day out at the Mirembe House, getting things ready for the children's arrival. They've asked us to help with the following things: Assemble Bunk BedsPaint interior of house, clean interior of house, and arrange furniture.

Please bring some items with you to help get the job done.
Hammer, Screw Driver (both kinds), Drill, Allen wrenches, Rachet set, Broom, Mop, Paper towels, Garbage Bags, Glass cleaner, All-purpose cleaner.

Also bring $10 CASH for Lunch (any left over $ from lunch will be donated to ACC) or bring your own Picnic Lunch. Wear clothes you can paint in, sweat in and get dirty!

Bring some CD's so we can boogie while we work and a football, frisbee or other game/toy (if you have one) for break time!Bring friends, neighbors and co-workers. The more the merrier!

Schedule:
10 Am: Meet at KPIC to carpool to the house

11 Am: Arrive at the house. If you need to meet us there, see the direction below.

3:30 pm: Return to the church

4:00pm: Wave Goodbye

Directions from KPIC to 4045 Pea ridge Rd. New Hill, NC 27562:

I-40 WestExit 274 (hwy751/Jordan lake). Turn left at top of the ramp toward Jordan lake. (Go for about 12 miles.) Right turn onto HWY 64 West. Left turn onto Beaver Creek Rd. Right turn onto Pea Ridge Rd. House is on the right. See you there!

X-Seminar! Relationships: Friday, Jan. 26th: 7:30pm

This isn't a tribute to Tina Turner.

This is not one of those cheesy relationship talks for teens.

This is not for college students either.

This is for adult singles who care about what God says about dating, engagement and marriage.

This is about real life, real relationships - God cares about them and so do we. We know this is a touchy subject for many, and so we're asking you to give us a chance. Give us a chance to face the real issues head on, to de-mystify dating, to encourage your heart and even make you laugh.

We have a lot planned for the evening including a discussion forum, so bring your toughest questions.

Ladies, if you can please bring a dessert item to share.
Gentlemen, if you can please bring a beverage to share (2Liter or so)

Come join us Friday, Jan. 26th from 7:30-9:30pm in the King's Park International Church Fellowship Hall. Don't be late, because we're NOT saving the best for last!

For Women Only! Sat. Jan. 27th: 10am - Noon

Our wonderful pastora, Merridith Cho, is hosting a new book club at her home in North Raleigh.

We will be discussing Intimate Friendship with God by Joy Dawson and The Practice of the Presence of God by Brother Lawrence.

Please note that the book discussion is only 1/3 or our time together, so if you haven't finished it or didn't even read it, you can still come. We need 3-5 volunteers to bring food for our brunch.Feel free to invite any other fabulous women to join us and remember babies are always welcome if you need to bring your sweet bundle of joy.

Email Merridith @ merr_cho@yahoo.com for more information.

Coffee Get Together: Saturday, Jan. 20th 2:00-4:00pm

We are having a coffee shop hangout to help you get to better know the people living in your area.

If you live in Raleigh or Cary, head over to Helios Coffee Shop on Glenwood South with Nicole and the rest of the crowd.

Or, if you are on the Durham, Chapel Hill, RTP side of the world, meet Kim at Victoria's Sweets & Bakery on Fayetteville Street in Sutton Station.

Drop by anytime between 2 and 4pm and feel free to bring a friend. We'd love to get to know you better!

X-Service! Kicks off the New Year

Friday, Jan. 5th: 7:00 - 9:00pm
King's Park, Rm. 212

We desire to serve the Lord with gladness. This year, X-Service! is planning 12 creative outreaches that will make it possible for you to get involved in meeting others' needs.

BEFORE WE DO THAT...

We want to start the year by serving you, our aXcess community, through a special time of worship and prayer. Allow the Lord to restore and fill you as we praise Him and bless each other. Our Singles & Newlyweds Pastors, Rich & Merridith Cho, will be ministering to us in this special new year's celebration.

Save the Date

Check out our new aXcess Event Calendar!

We will be continuously adding service projects, vacations and more event details

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Upcoming Events: Book Club, Concert of Prayer and Praise, Relationship Seminar, Service Project & More!

Christmas Party 2006: Fri. Dec, 16th: 8:00pm

The young adults' group has a fabulous holiday party tradition...

and this year, we're doing things

COMPLETELY DIFFERENT!

For the holidays, we've teamed up with some new friends to throw an over the top, Christmas bash! (For the non-dancers: The food will be great and you'll truly be able to "mix and mingle with the jingle bell beat".)

Wondering where to park your sleigh? Get Directions.

Email kristinmichelle2@gmail.com

Communication

If you would like emails about upcoming events, please email kristinmichelle2@gmail.com to have your name added to the list.

This also gives us a much better idea of how many to plan on having for each party.

For Women Only! Saturday, November 18th

Introducing..."Bellas, Books, & Brunch"

Our wonderful pastora, Merridth Cho, is hosting a new book club at her home in North Raleigh. It is a great way to get outside of your shell, discuss the issues, and meet new bellas (sorry fellas, this is a "bellas only" event).

This month's meeting will be Saturday, Nov 18th from 10:00am to Noon. Bring a dish to share and feel free to invite any other fabulous women to join us.


We will be discussing the book with all the buzz, Climbing the Ladder in Stilettos by Lynette Lewis. Lynette is a gifted speaker and an annointed woman in business and in ministry. If you haven't experienced her yet this would be a great time to start!www.lynettelewis.com

Email merr_cho@yahoo.com if you plan to attend and need directions!

See you there!

X-Service! Life Center Fundraiser Nov. 28-30th

Calling all Servants…

Many of you have been looking for a way to share your time, talents, and creativity to serve. Come out and join X-Service in our Family Photography Session. We will be taking pictures of families at KPIC in front of our beautiful Christmas tree to raise money for the Youth Life Center. We need people who have a knack for photography and access to a digital camera. We need all you tech-folks to help us out with transferring the digital images onto computers and saving them on cds for each family.

Do your talents lie in administration? We have a job for you too; we will need people to be available to direct families to their photographer, collect money, and give families information regarding their cd. Still want to serve but unsure of your abilities in these areas? That’s okay you can smile and smiles are contagious! Each photographer will need an assistant to help keep those smiles going especially with the younger children so they can concentrate on taking the pictures.

Email our service coordinator, Jaimie, with your time availability and area of interest. jnmewborn@yahoo.com


Areas of Interest:
_____ Photography
_____ Tech work
_____ Photographer’s assistant
_____Customer Service
_____ Administrative Duties

Days Available:

______ Tuesday, November 28th
______ Wednesday, November 29th
______ Thursday, November 30th

Time Available:
_____ 9am to 12pm
_____ 12pm to 3pm
_____ 3pm to 6pm

I have a:
______ a digital camera
______ a laptop
______ a great smile

Family Dinner: Friday, November 24th 6:00pm

"I can't cook a Thanksgiving dinner. All I can make is cold cereal and maybe toast." Charlie Brown

If you can relate and cooking for yourself seems a little overwhelming, come and give thanks with your King's Park aXcess Family. We'll be gathering together in Morrisville at Indigo Clubhouse. We are doing this potluck style and feel free to invite your friends.


RSVP to Kim kimikai14@gmail.com how many people you invite and the food you plan to bring. We'd also be excited to hear about any special holiday traditions, favorite games, or holdiay movies (Indigo has a big screen TV) you'd like to share with the group.

November X-Events!: The Bonfire, Take Two!

RESCHEDULUED By Popular Demand: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER, 17TH :



6:30pm:
Join Nicole, Pastor Rich & Merridith at Panera Bread, 6123 Capital Blvd, Raleigh

7:15pm:
If you are afraid of getting lost but don't have time for dinner, meet us at Panera, grab a cup of coffee for the road, and head down the street to Durant Park.

7:30pm:
Cold weather, your favorite scarf, graham crackers with roasted, sweet, deliciously toasted marshmellows and melted milk chocolate oozing between your fingers, new faces, comfortably old friends and one huge bonfire to keep you warm.

8:00pm:

Just when you think it can't get any better, Ceeece! and Mission ImproVable take the stage egged on by your cheers.

These games are all about the crowd participation so get ready to see a side of some people you never knew existed! (We can't wait to see who steals the show.)

Bring your flashlight, blankets, Starbucks, $10 for admission, lawnchairs, guitar, and whatever else you need to enjoy a night by the fire.

Are you a closet Pyro? Email apostle.ben@gmail.com to help build the fire.

Do you have a battery operated lantern or spotlight we could borrow? Email kristinmichelle2@gmail.com

aXcess kicks off our New Seminar Series on Friday, Oct.20 at 7:00pm

Scott Cox will be unlocking the secrets to the four steps of money prioritization at the Ticon Clubhouse in Durham, NC.

A certified mortgage planner, Scott has a commitment to really understanding money, financial implications, taxes and all aspects of someone’s financial life. He will present strategies not commonly taught to help you reach your short and long-term financial goals.


We realize that more than a few of you may be re-evaluating your wallets if Scott does his job but we can't just let you go home at 8:30pm with visions of new budgets and ramen noodles dancing in your heads...

Rich & Merridith, our favorite young adults' pastors, are bringing their movie projector, big screen, and buttery popcorn so stick around and enjoy a free, fun-filled evening out.

In case you didn't already know, this is a GREAT opportunity to invite your friends and co-workers!

Afraid of Getting Lost?
From Interstate 40, take exit 276.
Coming from the east, turn right off of the exit; coming from the west, turn left off the exit.
Go to the first traffic light and make a left onto Highway 54.
You will pass by a McDonald's and Ruby Tuesday's on the right.
At the next traffic light, make a left.
Follow the road by bearing to the right.
Make the third left onto Audubon Lake Drive.
Turn into the first driveway on the left.
This is the clubhouse; there should be adequate parking in front of the building.

Questions & Info: Contact Kim: kimikai14@gmail.com or Nicole: nmd120@hotmail.com

Save the Dates

7:00pm, Friday, Oct. 20th: X-Seminar!

Get all your finance questions answered by the expert & then detox by sticking around for a movie and popcorn afterwards. Expect more information by the end of this week.


Friday, Oct. 27th: X-Events! Bonfire

Of course, it will be more than just sitting around the campfire. We'll send you the details soon, just go ahead, put it in your planner and block out the entire night!


Tuesday, Oct. 31st: X-Service! Project

We are volunteering at the church's Fiesta Night as an opportunity to reach out to the children in our community. Jaimie is planning some fun and games for us, as well. Get your kid friendly costumes ready! (T-shirt and jeans will work, too.)

Day Trip to Wrightsville Beach!

Saturday, September 30, 2006: 8:00am - 7:30pm

IF YOU LIVE IN DURHAM: Meet us at 8am to start your morning off right at Victoria's Sweets Bakery & Cafe in Durham. They are located in Sutton Station at 5826 Fayetteville Rd, Durham, NC, 27713. We decided to find somewhere more fun to wait for the inevitable late-comers than the church parking lot!

RALEIGH AREA RESIDENTS: Nicole decided it was silly for you all to drive an hour out of the way just to meet us. Meet she and Charity: 8:30am at the Caribou Coffee on the corner of Duraleigh and Edwards Mill Rd. The exact address is 3101 Charles B. Root Wynd, Raleigh, NC, 27612.






You'll have a panoramic view of the intercoastal waterway while meeting new friends and catching up with the old over lunch at at Bluewater Grill. Check out their menu.


Bring your beach chairs, towels, Frisbee, surfboard, magazines, and anything else you may need to enjoy a day by the sea. We'll provide the coolers and the ice, you bring the drinks!

Our graphic designers, Ben & Eddie, are heading up our giant sandcastle building competition so even your son's sand toys are welcome.

Needing a little more action than building sandcastles?

Nelvin, the British Virgin Islands native, competed at the collegiate level in beach volleyball but he is taking on all levels of playing experience to make up his teams. Send him an email if you are interested. tho_nel@hotmail.com

If you'd prefer spectator status, look for former NCCU cheerleader, Kim, on the sidelines to cheer your favorite players on to victory.

Jamie & Kristin are leading an hour long kayak tour of the marshes and Intercoastal Waterway in Wrightsville Beach.

$18 to rent a single kayak and $28 if you want to double with a friend. Contact Kristin: kristinmichelle2@gmail.com to get your boat.

The beach party shuts down by five o'clock & we'll return to Durham by 7:30pm.

However, always the adventurers, Jonathan and Lydia Ruth are campaigning to check out the nightlife. Jump in their cars if you are looking for a few more hours of fun.

Friday, August 18th 7:00 pm

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Back by Popular Demand

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The Annual aXcess Fire & Ice Event

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The fun begins at 7:00pm at the Cary Ice House. Skaters pay $6 and onlookers get in for free.

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At 9:00 pm, we'll move the party to the Crazy Fire Mongolian Grill next door. $10.95 will get you a wonderful Mongolian buffet and seperate checks are their specialty.

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We look forward to seeing you there! If you are planning on joining us for dinner, please RSVP to Kim kimikai14@gmail.com by Thursday, August 17th.

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New to the Area? We suggest MapQuest!

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Crazy Fire Mongolian Grill 1270 Buck Jones Rd., Raleigh, NC 27606 (919)481-2222

Cary Ice House 1410 Buck Jones Rd., Raleigh, NC 27606 (919)460-2756

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Want More Information on aXcess?

kristinmichelle2@gmail.com