Teaching, Fundraising, Seder, Bonus Video, and more!
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For Everyone
Lent
We are now in the fourth week of Lent, a time of preparation as we journey to the cross on Good Friday and the resurrection on Easter Sunday. To help you prepare, read this week's thought.
Sunday Worship
Last Sunday we saw four characteristics of followers of Jesus. [sermon audio and resources here]
This Sunday we have Sunday School at 9:30 am. This is our last class for the quarter! Our next quarter starts on 4/4 @ 9:30 am where we'll be exploring what the church is. The class is entitled "Churching" and will explore the following questions:
- But what is the church?
- What is the church's purpose?
- How should we live as the church?
- What should our relationship be to the church?
Watch last Sunday's promo video
At 11 am we join together for our Sunday worship service where we'll be exploring the transformational teaching of Jesus in Luke 6:17-49
Events
Combined Sunday Service - Sunday, March 28 - We'll gather at 9:30 am in the gym for the last session of the Spring Mission Conference and our first combined Sunday worship service since moving to a formal English service.
Baptism on Good Friday, April 2
See all church events on our church calendar.
Prayer
Please pray that we would be able to raise significant funds to fight hunger as we conclude our 30 Hour Famine fundraising.
Please pray for the ministry of Rev. Yang, Rev. & Mrs. Dich, and Alice overseas.
Please pray for the Spring Mission Revival conference that the Lord would use it to build up and encourage our church.
Please pray for those who will be baptized on 4/2. Pray that this would be a special time as they publicly respond to the Lord.
Please pray for those affected by the down economy -- particularly those in our own community.
Memory Verse
God's wrath: Romans 1:18
“The wrath of God is being revealed from heaven against all the godlessness and wickedness of men who suppress the truth by their wickedness,”
For Adults
Thursday Small Group
Similar to our last gathering, we'll be discussing the last two sermons (first, second) deeper. Join us at 7:30 pm at the Youngs'.
Events
Seder Supper on Thursday, April 1 from 7 pm to 10 pm at the Youngs'- Join us for this special meal where we'll rehearse the Exodus (God's deliverance of his people from Egypt) and see how it foreshadows the ultimate deliverance through Christ! More info and sign-ups here!
EM Spring Retreat from Friday, May 14 through Sunday, May 16
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For Youth
Service Opportunity
Help with the Children's Ministry (grades 1 through 6) from 9:30 am -10:45 am during April - June (or even just April - May). Your responsibilities would include grading Sunday School homework, taking attendance, and helping teachers in the classroom. Reply to this email for more information or to sign-up!
Friday Night Bible Study
This Friday, the youth will see that teaching through the Word and by example is an essential aspect of our commission. 1 Timothy 4:11-16 will be the main text.
Special note: Sometimes it is good to back up and get the big picture. The study which the Junior and Seniors are engaged in this year is called "Reverb." "Reverb focuses on the mission of God in the world. God has a mission for all mankind and for each person. This study educates students about God’s overarching plan as well as His individual plan for each person to impact the world around him. It’s made up of 8 six-week courses designed to keep your students engaged with the truth of God’s Word. From His motivating love to His call on our lives, we are meant to impact those around us."
Specifically, here are the 8 six-week courses:
i. Drive: The Mission of God in the World
ii. Step Out: Responding to God’s call
iii. The Answer: The Motivating Love of God
iv. Transfer: Disciple Making 101 [WE ARE HERE]
v. Empowered: A Look at the Holy Spirit
vi. The Crux: Romans and the Gospel Message
vii. Living Loud: People Whose Lives were Heard
viii. Squeeze: Getting through the Tough TimesAnd that is the big picture!
30 Hour Famine Notes
Please continue fundraising! There are four options:
- Complete a task on the blue board outside the sanctuary
- Penny wars
- Make food to sell on Sunday
- Ball in the tournament (below)
NOTE: 30 Hour Famine funds are due to Michelle H. no later than Sunday, April 25
Events
30 Hour Famine Basketball Tournament: Saturday, March 20 from 4 to 8 pm. Sign-up with Evan, Quinn, or Michelle using forms found here.
STM 2010 early bird deadline: Sunday, March 28 - Join us as we learn and serve in Cairo, IL -- Trip is only $199 until March 28. Check out the video extra for more information!
Graduation Party: Saturday, May 29 - Mona is taking sign-ups for the Senior Video now.
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Extras
Poll
71% of you said that you normally use your cell phone as an alarm clock!
This week's question: In light of Sunday's sermon, when it comes to your legacy, what legacy are you currently leaving? [vote]
Word
gelid \JEL-id\, adjective:
Extremely cold; icy.
The weather is gelid on a recent Thursday night--so uninviting that it's hard to imagine anyone venturing out.
-- Letta Tayler, "The Accent's on Brooklyn", Newsday, April 6, 2000
Video: Ricecooker Extra
Tired of reading or want more information? Check out the inaugural edition of the Ricecooker Extra: Video Edition!
