Men's Ministry
We would like to invite the men of the church to participate in a special Bible Study. We meet on the first Monday of each month, and our next meeting will be on Monday, September 7th, at the home of Pastor Dale at 6:30 pm. We will begin our time together with dinner and fellowship and then get into the study. We are currently studying what the word has to say about men and their place as spiritual leaders in the home, from Jack Hayford’s book on ‘The Principles of Spiritual Leadership’. Please plan on attending; we would love to see you there!
The second Sunday of each month, September 13th, is Communion Sunday.
We want to thank our Deaconesses for their service to us in the preparation of
the elements of our Communion Table. If you would like to receive communion
at home please call the church office at 868-4081 to set a date and time.
Women's Ministry
Attention Women! We want to invite all the ladies of the church to our Women’s Bible Study. The ladies have chosen a study entitled Practicing the Presence of God – a Life with the King from the book of Esther. Marcia Anderson will be teaching us on “Praising God’s Faithfulness”. We will be meeting on Thursday, September 24th, and we will begin at 6:30 pm with dinner and fellowship before we get into our study. The location will be at the home of Christina Rojas (5780 Blossom Ct, Phelan, 868-3935). All those who would like to car-pool to the location, please meet at McDonalds at 6:15 pm. If you have any questions, please call the church office or ask Pastor Cynthia.
Children's Ministries
Teaching and encouraging our children in the grace and admonition of the Lord is our Biblical responsibility. No matter if you have young children, or are single and don’t have any children at this time, your place as an example and Leader to our children is needed. We are looking for helpers in our church nursery and Christian Education departments. If you can volunteer one Sunday every Quarter (3 months) to sit in the nursery or aid in the teaching of our Christian Education classes, please contact Melissa Escarzaga for more information.
Youth Group
Attention all youth: Come and join us on Sunday nights, September 6th, 20th, and 27th; as we study God’s Word and have a great time of fellowship together. We meet at the pastors’ home: 13945 Matero Ct; (868-0976) at 5pm. For more information contact Cynthia.
Community Outreach
Our next outreach to the needy of our community is September 28th, at the Phelan Community Center on Sheep Creek Road in Phelan. The Bible tells us in Galatians 2:10 to remember the poor and observe their need. Each month on the 4th Monday evening, we join with the New Life Church of the Nazarene and Evergreen Lutheran in reaching out to those who are in need here in our area, and we invite you to participate in this opportunity. If you would like to help out at our next outreach, a sign-up sheet can be found on the information table in the back of the church. Thank you for making a difference in your world!
Women's Aglow
The women in our area are having an awesome time of ministry as a group. They meet the 3rd Saturday of every month (September 19th) at the Sr Mobile Home Park on Johnson Rd in the Clubhouse in Phelan from 11:30am to 1:30pm. All women are invited to attend and you do not need to purchase any food in order to attend, but that option is available to you.
Homebuilder's Series
We will be
continuing in our study this month on the second and fourth Tuesday, September 8th
& 22nd, at 7pm at the home of Jeff and Lorraine. The study is
The Five Love Languages
by Dr. Gary Chapmen. We want to encourage all couples to consider this class to
strengthen and refresh their commitment in marriage. Our best defense against
the work of the adversary is to protect the family through strong Christian
marriages. Jeff and Lorraine Graham will be leading this study. Please call the
church office or the Graham’s for more information.
Church Council Meeting
We will be having our Church council meeting on Monday, September 14th at 7pm.
Do you enjoy the Coffee Time / Fellowship?
We are in need of your assistance. You can help out by bringing snacks for before and after each Sunday morning service. A sign-up sheet is available on the snack table with the open dates needed.
WE ALSO NEED:
Please see Christina Carrillo concerning your donated items. If you do not wish to purchase items, you can contribute to the Coffee Fund by placing your donation in the bowl on the snack table so that these items may be purchased. We appreciate your assistance in this matter and thank you for your support.
Time for Prayer
(Open House) 5-6 pm @ Pastors’ home
On the first Saturday of every month, September 5th, we will be having a time of prayer. Come and go as you please. We will be having it at the pastors’ home at 13945 Matero Ct.
Holy Spirit Bible Study
We have started, but it is not too late for you to join us on Sunday Nights
at the home of Sister June Nichols. The study will begin at 5pm and conclude
about 6:30pm. This study will be using the ‘Word For Today Study Guide’
written and published by Rev Chuck Smith of Calvary Chapel of Costa Mesa.
This is a 25 chapter study beginning with the introduction of who the Holy Spirit is and His ministry and purpose. We will also look at the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of the believer, from teacher and comforter to the power that He releases in the work of God’s children. We will look at the Fruit of the Spirit and what God expects of His followers in character development and integrity. Finally, we will conclude this study by studying the Gifts of the Spirit, there place and purpose in the church, and how the Holy Spirit manifests His grace in gifting.
The Bible teaches us that as Christ’s disciples, we must study to show ourselves approved of the Lord, (2 Timothy 2:15), and that we must learn to live by faith. Here again the Bible teaches us that Faith comes by hearing and that hearing is from the Word of God, (Romans 10:17). We encourage you to consider whether God is speaking to you about a study like this and plan to join us.
Deaconess Ministry
We have an outstanding group of women who serve faithfully as our Deaconess. Thy make sure that we have coffee each Sunday, clean up afterwards, and plan & prepare Church fellowships and dinners. Their desire is to serve this body in meeting the needs of our times of coming together for fellowship, such as the Mother Daughter Luncheon & the yard sale they had. We appreciate their faithful service to this body and if you would like to join this wonderful group, (we meet on the 2nd Sunday of every month, after church) please see Christina Carrillo.
Church Pinic
Our annual church picnic at the Wrightwood Country Club is coming soon. Mark your calendars for September 13th @ 1 pm, and make plans to join us. There will be swimming, volleyball, horseshoes, and a fun time for the entire family.
What to bring is a picnic lunch for you and your family, your swimsuit and towel, and be prepared to have a great time. Hope to see you there!
(The Country club charges $5.00 per person and if you are able to pay that – it would be great, if not please come anyway.)
Leadership Meeting
We will be having our leadership meeting at 6:00 pm @ the Pastor’s home following the prayer time on Saturday, September 5th. All of the leadership is encouraged to attend, Thank you!
Sonshine Ministries
We are a small ministry with a big heart. We prefer helping small, local Christian ministries by providing tangible items or financial gifts. Our desire is to help God’s people with their basic needs so they will be open to His loving care for their spiritual needs. Sunshine is our church’s Home Missions Project, reaching out to those in our local community with the love of Jesus Christ. As in all Missions programs, we need your support both prayerfully and financially. You have the opportunity to help us out in reaching these organizations by giving and praying for Sonshine Ministry.
If you would like to help us by giving any of the extra supplies, please give them to Sharon Metzmeier at 760) 868-3782. “Do not withhold from those to whom it is do when it is in the power of your hand to do so.” Proverbs 3:27