July 3, 2008

Vacation Bible School
July 14 - 18
5:30 - 8:30 pm



 

Register your child(ren) HERE.
Register to volunteer HERE.
VBS Outreach:  Join us this Wednesday, 9:00 am AND/OR 5:00 pm in room B110.  We will be placing invitations on doors in our neighborhood and local apartments.  The more volunteers, the more children reached.

Why is VBS important? It is here that many children come to know Christ. Unchurched families may not attend our churches, but they may send their children to Bible school. According to the Barna Group , "Nearly half (43%) of all Americans who accept Jesus Christ as their savior do so before reaching the age of 13 (2004)."

The sad news is that the Barna Group also found that "Another shift in children’s ministry since 1997 has been the 12% decline in the percentage of churches offering Vacation Bible School (or VBS) - from 81% to 69%. That represents about 38,000 fewer churches offering VBS than eight years ago." In response to their question, "Why not offer VBS?", pastors' top three reasons were - a lack of teachers, a lack of time, and that they offer "other activities."

Without workers we'd just have a lot of kids running wild!  Your volunteering can make a huge difference in the life of a child.  Please register today!

If you have questions about this year's Outrigger Island, please contact Cindy or Sabina.

Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) Training
September 26-27, 2008
$50 for Southern Baptist DR Chaplains
$75 for Fire, Law Enforcement, Mental Health, and other professions.
Register HERE or see Mike Studebaker Sunday, at the welcome desk in the foyer for more information. 

Congratulations Michael Pierpoint
A love offering will be taken this Sunday and next in honor of Michael's 5th anniversary in ministry @ Mag. Thanks Michael for all you do!



 

Summer Choir Opportunity
Join the choir in preparation for Night of Worship, August 24, 6:00 pm
Check out the choir this Wednesday at 7:00 pm in the choir room (Building A). Sing in the choir on summer Sundays and for Night of Worship.

Need Help Around The house?
We have two groups of college aged young adults who are interested in ministering to you by helping with cleaning, yard work, painting, cooking, etc. This is all volunteer work and free of charge. Call or email  Vi at 698.5700 if you have a need.

Church Office Closed
The office will be closed on Monday, July 7.

 

Click HERE for pictures and details regarding Building for Tomorrow
 

Women of Faith Conference
Honda Center, September 5 & 6
Tickets are $45 or $99 if you want the Friday daytime conference.
See Candi in the Koinonia Court on Sunday to purchase tickets.

Free Advertising for Your Business -  Networking @ Mag.

Give Tithe or Make Payments by Check or Credit Card HERE

Listen to Sermons On-line - Podcasting @Mag

View "Welcome to the Family Church" Video HERE
 

Week of
July 3 - 12

Sunday's Bulletin
July 6, 2008

Adult Sunday School Weekly Newsletter HERE.

Jr. High Transition BBQ
Saturday, July 5, 12:30-4:30 pm @ the Lansings
For all current 6th, 7th & 8th grade students. Bring the whole family, a salad/dessert, swim gear and any questions you have.
 

Student Promotion Sunday - July 6
6th Graders
     move to The Refinery (B203)
8th Graders
     move to The Journey (The Loft)
Seniors
     move to The Foundry (North Mag Room)
 

Caleb Community Lunch
July 8, 12:30 pm in the Magnolia Room
Program: Hancock Quartet

Centri-Kid Camp
Jul 21-25, California Baptist University
We are in need of a male chaperone.  Please call the church office if you can help.
Mandatory Parents' Meeting
July 9, 6:30 pm, Room B 103
Camp packets and information will be handed out - notary will be on hand. Call Lucas or Sabina if you have questions.
 

Caleb Community Choir Tour
July 10-14 – “Bound for Glory”
We will be touring in the San Jose area, singing in four churches, and ministering among the Afghani people in Fremont.
Please pray for the choir in these last weeks of preparation and for the success of the tour. The choir will present the musical/drama at MABC on July 20th at 6:00 pm.

Singles' Bunko Night
Friday, July 11, 6:30pm, Magnolia Room
Sign-up at the Singles' table in Koinonia Court. 
Contact:  Sheri Morris (Call the church office for her phone #).
 

Week of
July 13 - 19

Pray for Vacation Bible School...
...that children in our community will attend
...that our church children will invite their friends

...that our workers will remain healthy

...for follow up after VBS is over
 

SUNDAYS:
Bible Study for All Ages - Find a class HERE

MONDAY:
Men's Fraternity
Monday, 6:30-8p, Magnolia Room
Join us every Monday as we study together "The Quest for Authentic Manhood." "Catch-up" group every Monday at 5:30p in the Choir Room.

TUESDAY:

Captivating: Unveiling the Mystery of a Woman's Soul
Tuesdays, 1:00-3:00 pm, Linda Bramel's home
Call the church office for Linda's address or phone.
Book $13

The Foundry - College Age Ministry
Tuesday Evenings
We've got a great line-up for the summer!
June 8 (7pm) – Hampton House 16825 Ridge Canyon Dr, Riverside, 92506

July 15 - Huntington Beach
Meet at the church at 4:00 to carpool or at Huntington Beach at 5:00 on the State side, near Lifeguard Station 9.
 

WEDNESDAYS:

Summer Celebration For kids
(Those completing K - 5th grade)
Wednesdays, 6:30 pm in The Kid Zone (C200)

Women’s Bible Study: The Patriarchs by Beth Moore
Wednesdays, 6:30 pm, Room B104
The book "The Patriarchs" studies the heart of Genesis, to God’s remarkable pursuit of relationship and to the unfolding of His earthly plan: that through one nation—and ultimately, one man—all people on earth will be blessed.  Book: $15.  Join us for this 11 week class.
Contact: Falinda Torres (call the church office for Falinda's number).

Prayer Meeting
Wednesdays, 6:15-7:00 pm,  Magnolia Room
Join Montia for a time of prayer.

Adult Choir
Wednesdays, 7:00 pm in the Choir Room

What You Need To Know About  Islam!
Wednesdays through July 9, 6:30 - 7:30 pm, B102
Join us as we begin our six week review of the basic beliefs of Islam. We will review Islamic culture and questions from the book Is The Father of Jesus the God of Muhammad?  We will also discuss how to witness to the Islamic Community.  Facilitator:  Randall Ireland, M.Div., Hospice Chaplain. 

THURSDAYS:
 

Thursdays, 5:30p, "The Loft"
Upstairs "C" Bldg.
 

If you've been wanting to join us, or just check us out, now is the time. New weekly classes will be starting soon (in addition to the Thursday meetings)
     5:30p - Dinner
     6:30p - Celebration and Speaker
     7:30p - Small Groups
NEW - Eating Disorder Class Just Added

Any questions, call the church office for Rick's phone number.

 
Questions?  Email us HERE.

Parents' Day Out
Moves to Thursdays for the Summer
Parents' Day Out will move to Thursdays through August 28, 9 am - 1 pm. Reservations required - See Nell Rodgers for availability or call Noemi in the church office.
 

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AWANA NEWS
Training:  July 21 & 22
AWANA training for all clubs; for both directors and leaders. Additional leaders are needed. Call the church office to help.
More info coming soon.
AWANA begins Sunday, August 10, 5:00-7:15 pm.
Kids - invite your friends!

Storybook Spectacular
Wednesdays, July 23 and August 20
10 am to 12 pm in The Atrium ("D" Bldg.)
Join your preschooler for a morning of Music, Movement, and Munchies.
Plan on joining us on one Wednesday each month during the summer for Storybook Spectacular.

Survey of Spiritual Gifts
Wednesdays, July 23, 30, and August 6
6:15 - 7:15 pm, Room B101
Facilitator:  Pastor Larry Burrow
Every believer has one or more spiritual gifts. Do you know what your gift(s) are? Do you know why you have been given your gifts? Since the gifts do not come to us gift wrapped and labeled, we might not be sure which one(s) we have been given. The Bible has much to say about spiritual gifts and answers many of our questions about them. If you would like to learn more about spiritual gifts, join us Wednesday, beginning July 23.

Caleb Community
The Getty Villa, Saturday, August 20, 8:15 AM – 4:30 PM, $28 per person (including entertainment & transportation). Meal on your own. Limited tickets – Purchase yours at Koinonia Court.