MID-WEEK SERVICE:  There will be NO MID-WEEK SERVICE & YOUTH GROUP THIS WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28th due to the set-up for the Harvest Fest.  Volunteers for the set-up are welcome.  There is a sign up sheet on the bulletin board.  Please see Pastor Kelly or Kathy Jenkins for more information.

HARVEST FEST DONATIONS:  You can support our Harvest Fest by donating hot dogs, hot dog buns, hot dog condiments and bags of individually wrapped candies.  We ask that you bring the hot dogs and condiments to the church next Sunday.  The buns, please bring them on Thursday.  There is a sign­up sheet on the bulletin board if you plan to contribute.  You may bring the candy to the church office during normal office hours or with you on Sundays.   For any questions, please see Pastor Kelly or Kathy Jenkins.

HARVEST FEST VOLUNTEERS:  Please prayerfully be a part of our Halloween Alternative on Saturday, October 31st from 5 ­ 8 PM.  This is a great outreach to our community of Ewa Beach.  There are volunteer sign–up sheets on the bulletin board.  For any questions, please see Pastor Kelly or Kathy Jenkins.

HARVEST FEST CAKE WALK:  Please help support the harvest fest cake walk through donations of the following desserts:  Cupcakes (frosted), Cupcakes (unfrosted), Cakes (one or two layers, need 8 total), Brownies, Mochi, Packaged Cookies (individual packages), Packaged Chips (individual packages), and Packaged Crackers (individual packages).  There is a sign-up sheet
available on the bulletin board.  Please see Nan Sciulli for more information.

WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST:  Attention Ladies!  We invite you to join us for a time of worship, prayer, and fellowship on Saturday, November 7th, from 8:00 to 10:00 AM here in the sanctuary.  Please sign up on the bulletin board if you plan to attend so we can plan for food preparation.

THANKSGIVING OUTREACH:  Each year we have been able to be a blessing to our elderly, less fortunate, military, and single parent families.  Ko’Olina Resort will provide the food and we will serve our community with a complimentary Thanksgiving meal on Saturday, November 21st from 11:00 AM –1:00 PM.  If you are  interested in donating (plates, cups, utensils, and napkins), sign–up sheets are posted in the foyer.  

MARRIAGE CONFERENCE:  The “Art of Marriage” applies biblical truths to real- life issues to help couples strengthen their marriage and renew their relationship.  Consider praying about attending this two-day event on Friday, February 6 from 7—9:30 PM and Saturday, February 7 from 9 AM—4 PM here at the church.  There will be a one day registration on December 13 after both
services.  You may also sign up in the foyer.  For more information, call Raine & Rosie Lactaoen.

CHILDREN’S CHURCH:  Praise the Lord for filling all the classes for Sunday morning services this quarter!  As always we just want to extend a great appreciation to all the  servants for answering God’s call.  We STILL have need for Wednesday Evening Service, so please prayerfully consider this area of need.  Please see Pastor Dan if you believe God is tugging at your heart to serve in this ministry.

AWANA:  There is still opportunity to register your kids as well as to tell your neighbors about this great ministry for kids from 3 years old to 6th grade.  Please encourage your  children who are registered to bring a friend. This coming Sunday is “Crazy Hair Night”.  Adults are still welcome to serve as a volunteer leader too.  See Pastor Dan, Sarah Reed, or Susan Fuchikami for more information.

HARVEST FEST DONATIONS:  You  can support our Harvest Fest by donating hot dogs, hot dog buns, hot dog condiments  and bags of individually wrapped candies.  We ask that you bring the hot dogs and buns to the church the Sunday before the  event.  There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board if you plan to  contribute.  You may bring the candy to the church office  during normal office hours or with you on Sundays.  For any questions, please see Pastor Kelly or Kathy Jenkins.

HARVEST FEST VOLUNTEERS:  Please prayerfully be a part of our Halloween alternative on Saturday, October 31st from 5 - 8 PM.  This is a  great outreach  to our community of  Ewa  Beach.   There  are  volunteer  sign–up  sheets  on  the bulletin  board.  For any questions, please see Pastor Kelly or Kathy Jenkins.

HARVEST  FEST  CAKE  WALK:  Please help support the harvest fest cake walk through donations  of  the  following desserts: Cupcakes  (frosted),  Cupcakes  (unfrosted),  Cakes (one  or  two  layers,  need  8  total),  Brownies,  Mochi, Packaged  Cookies  (individual  packages), Packaged Chips (individual packages), and Packaged Crackers (individual packages).  There is a sign-up sheet available on the bulletin board.  Please see Nan Sciulli for more information.

HARVEST FEST SET UP:  We will be setting up for the Harvest Fest on Wednesday, October 28th, 2015. More information will be available next week.  If you would like to help please sign up on the bulletin board in the foyer or see Pastor Kelly and Kathy Jenkins for more information.

TRAIL LIFE:  There will be a Trail Life meeting TODAY, Sunday October 18th at 12:30 in Classroom 1.  All parents of boys interested and who have signed up, please  attend.  Please see Michael Williams or Pastor Tau Sooto for more information.

WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST:  Attention  Ladies!  We  invite you to join us for a time of worship, prayer, and fellowship on Saturday,  November 7th, 2015 from 8:00  to  10:00 AM here in the sanctuary.  Please sign up on the bulletin board if you plan to attend so we can plan for food preparation.

THANKSGIVING  OUTREACH:   Each year we have been able to be a blessing to our elderly, less fortunate, military, and single parent families.  Ko’Olina Resort will provide the food and we will serve our community with a complimentary Thanksgiving  meal on Saturday, November  21st  from  11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.   Please see Trina Pagan for more information.

MARRIAGE  CONFERENCE: Please mark your calendar for Family Life’s, “The art of marriage–getting to the heart of God’s design” here on Friday, February 5th and Saturday, February 6th 2016.  More information will be available next Sunday.  Please see Rosie Lactaoen for more information.

CHILDREN’S CHURCH:  Praise the Lord for filling all the classes for Sunday morning services  this  quarter!  As always we just want to extend a great appreciation to  all  the servants for answering God’s call.  We STILL have need for Wednesday Evening Service, so please  prayerfully  consider  this area of need.  Please see Pastor Dan if you believe God is tugging at your heart to serve in this ministry.

AWANA:   Reminder the AWANA school year started last week Sunday at 5:30 PM. There is still opportunity to register your kids as well as to tell your neighbors about this great ministry for kids from 3 years old to 6th grade.  Adults are still welcome to serve as a volunteer leader too.  See Pastor Dan, Sarah Reed, or Susan Fuchikami for more information

CHURCH CLOSED: The church will be CLOSED tomorrow Monday October 12th, 2015, in observance of Columbus Day.

FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY: The Financial Peace Study will be on break this week due to Columbus Day. It will resume again next Monday October 19th, 2015.

GUEST SPEAKER: We are blessed to have Pastor John Maher as our guest speaker this coming Sunday, October 18th, 2015 for both morning services.

CHILDREN’S CHURCH: Praise the Lord for filling all the classes for Sunday morning services this quarter! As always we just want to extend a great appreciation to all the servants for answering God’s call. We STILL have need for Wednesday Evening Service, so please prayerfully consider this area of need. Please see Pastor Dan if you believe God is tugging at your heart to serve in this ministry.

HARVEST FEST DONATIONS: You can support our Harvest Fest by donating hot dogs, hot dog buns, hot dog condiments and bags of individually wrapped candies. We ask that you bring the hot dogs and buns to the church the Sunday before the event. There is a signup sheet on the bulletin board if you plan to contribute. You may bring the candy to the church office during normal office hours or with you on Sundays. For any questions, please see Pastor Kelly or Kathy Jenkins.

HARVEST FEST VOLUNTEERS: Please prayerfully be a part of our Halloween alternative on Saturday, October 31st from 5 - 8 PM. This is a great outreach to our community of Ewa Beach. There are volunteer sign–up sheets on the bulletin board. For any questions, please see Pastor Kelly or Kathy Jenkins.

AWANA: Reminder the AWANA school year started last week Sunday at 5:30 PM. There is still opportunity to register your kids as well as to tell your neighbors about this great ministry for kids from 3 years old to 6th grade.  Adults are still welcome to serve as a volunteer leader too. See Pastor Dan, Sarah Reed, or Susan Fuchikami for more information.

TRAIL LIFE: There will be two Trail Life meetings TODAY, Sunday October 11th, 2015 and Sunday October 18th at 12:30 in Classroom 1. All parents of boys interested and who have signed up, please attend. Please see Michael Williams or Pastor Tau Sooto for more information.

WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST: Attention Ladies! We invite you to join us for a time of worship, prayer, and fellowship on Saturday, November 7th, 2015 from 8:00 to 10:00 AM here in the sanctuary. Please sign up on the bulletin board if you plan to attend so we can plan for food preparation.

THANKSGIVING OUTREACH: Each year we have been able to be a blessing to our elderly, less fortunate, military, and single parent families. Ko’Olina Resort will provide the food and we will serve our community with a complimentary Thanksgiving meal on Saturday, November 21st from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. If you are interested in donating (plates, cups, utensils, and napkins), sign–up sheets will be posted in the foyer next Sunday.

MARRIAGE CONFERENCE: Please mark your calendar for Family Life’s, “The art of marriage–getting to the heart of God’s design” here on Friday, February 5th and Saturday, February 6th 2016. More information will be available next Sunday. Please see Raine or Rosie Lactaoen for more information.

SUNDAY NIGHT PRAYER: Please join us in the sanctuary tonight at 6 PM for a time of corporate prayer. Jesus promised that if two of you agree on earth concerning anything you ask, it will be done by My Father in heaven. For where two or three are gathered together in My name, I am there in the midst of them (Matthew 18:19-20).

GUEST SPEAKER: We are blessed to have Victor Magallon as our guest speaker this coming Wednesday Evening at 7 PM in our Mid-Week Service. Victor and Martha have such great hearts for the Youth and for the mission field. Currently, we support them in their mission work in Mexico. Please come and join and bring a friend to this service. The Youth Ministry will be setting in for this service.

CHILDREN’S CHURCH: Praise the Lord for filling all the classes for Sunday morning services this quarter! As always we just want to extend a great appreciation to all the servants for answering God’s call. We STILL have need for Wednesday Evening Service, so please prayerfully consider this area of need. Please see Pastor Dan if you believe God is tugging at your heart to serve in this ministry.

HARVEST FEST DONATIONS: You can support our Harvest Fest by donating hot dogs, hot dog buns, hot dog condiments and bags of individually wrapped candies. We ask that you bring the hot dogs and buns to the church the Sunday before the event. There is a signup sheet on the bulletin board if you plan to contribute. You may bring the candy to the church office during normal office hours or with you on Sundays. For any questions, please see Pastor Kelly or Kathy Jenkins.

HARVEST FEST VOLUNTEERS: Please prayerfully be a part of our Halloween alternative on Saturday, October 31st from 5 - 8 PM. This is a great outreach to our community of Ewa Beach. There are volunteer sign–up sheets on the bulletin board. For any questions, please see Pastor Kelly or Kathy Jenkins.

YOUTH ADVENTURE: We invite all Junior High and High Schoolers to join us for a time of Adventure with Victor and Martha Magallon from Cumbre Youth & Adventure Ministry. Our hope for each Youth that attend this event/outing is to challenge them “to go further, to see themselves in a new light, and to know God deeper”.
Outreach:
3rd Event: Friday, Oct. 9—Beach BBQ from 5:30 to 8:30 PM (The Price’s Home)
4th Outing: Saturday, Oct. 10—Hiking from 9 AM to 5 PM
Sign up sheets are posted in the foyer for these events. The cost is $10.00 per person. Chaperones will be needed for these events. Please see Pastor Felix for more information.

AWANA: Reminder the AWANA school year starts TONIGHT at 5:30 PM. There is still opportunity to register your kids as well as to tell your neighbors about this great ministry for kids from 3 years old to 6th grade. Adults are still welcome to serve as a volunteer leader too. See Pastor Dan, Sarah Reed, or Susan Fuchikami for more information.

TRAIL LIFE: There will be two Trail Life meetings coming up on Sunday October 11th, 2015 and Sunday October 18th at 12:30 in Classroom 1. All parents of boys interested and who have signed up, please attend. Please see Michael Williams or Pastor Tau Sooto for more information.

WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST: Attention Ladies! We invite you to join us for a time of worship, prayer, and fellowship on Saturday, November 7th, 2015 from 8:00 to 10:00 AM here in the sanctuary. Please sign up on the bulletin board if you plan to attend so we can plan for food preparation.

HARVEST FEST:  Our Halloween alternative is this Friday, October 31st from 6 - ­ 8 PM.  This is a great outreach to our community of Ewa Beach.  Please use the enclosed flyer to invite a friend.  There are additional flyers available in the foyer.  Please note there is a meeting today after the second service in classroom #1 for all those that signed up or would like to help.  For any questions, please see Pastor Kelly or Kathy Jenkins.

HARVEST FEST DONATIONS:  You can support our Harvest Fest by donating hot dogs, hot dog buns and bags of individually wrapped candies.  We ask that you bring the hot dogs and buns to the church this Wednesday or Thursday.  There is a sign­up sheet on the bulletin board if you plan to contribute.  You may bring the candy to the church office during normal office hours.  For any questions, please see Pastor Kelly or Kathy Jenkins.

HARVEST FEST TENTS:  We are looking to borrow some 10x10 and 12x12 tents for Harvest Fest.  If you have one we could use, please sign up on the bulletin board.  Please bring it to the facility by this Thursday, October 30th.  

HARVEST FEST CAKE WALK:  There is a sign­up sheet on the bulletin board if you would like to donate a cake, cupcakes or packages of cookies to be given as prizes for our Harvest Fest “cake walk.”  Please see Nan Sciulli if you need more  information.

MID­WEEK CANCELLATION:  Please note there will be no Mid­-Week service this Wednesday, October 29th due to preparations for Harvest Fest.  Please join us the following Wednesday, November 5th at 7 PM for Praise and Worship.  Impact, Ignite and Awana are also cancelled and will resume next Wednesday, November 5th.

KEIKI ID:  This program is a community service provided by Chevron Hawaii in partnership with the Honolulu Police Department.  “Keiki Print” is available here this Thursday, October 30th from 1 - ­ 3 PM.  Please pick up an application from the church office or the Welcome Table if you plan to bring your child.  For questions, please see Russell Henna.

IGNITE & IMPACT:  The Junior High (6th­-8th) and High School (9th­-12th) groups will have an outing to i­Trampoline on Wednesday, November 12th.  Please note that everyone participating should be here at the facility by 6:30 PM.  Please see Pastor Felix for permission slips.  We need to get a head count so please sign up on the bulletin board if you plan to go.   

WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST:  Ladies, we invite you to join us for a time of worship and fellowship Saturday, November 15th from 8 – 10 AM in the sanctuary.  Please sign up on the bulletin board so we can plan for food preparation.  

PERFORMING HEARTS MINISTRY:  Our “perFORMING heARTS” ministry is preparing a small Christmas program.  Please prayerfully consider becoming a part if you can sing or are able to play a musical instrument.  Also, parents please note that your children will be learning some Christmas songs during the Sunday services to sing December 14th and 21st.  Please see Kim Jacobson for more information.

THANKSGIVING OUTREACH LUNCHEON:  Each year we have been able to be a blessing to our elderly, less fortunate, military, and single parent families.  Ko’Olina Resort will provide the food and we will serve our community with a complimentary Thanksgiving meal Saturday, November 22nd from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.  If you are interested in donating (plates, cups, utensils, and napkins), sign–up sheets are posted in the foyer.  

SURVEY OF CANDIDATES:  The 2014 Hawaii General Election is Tuesday, November 4th.  We have copies of the “Survey of Candidates,” sponsored by Hawaii Family Forum, available in the foyer.  Please feel free to pick up extra copies to share.  This survey includes questions on issues of interest asked of the candidates. 

HARVEST FEST:  Please prayerfully be a part of our Halloween alternative on Friday, October 31st from 6 ­ - 8 PM.  This is a great outreach to our community of Ewa Beach.  There are volunteer sign–up sheets on the bulletin board.  Please use the enclosed flyer to invite a friend.  There are additional flyers available in the foyer.  For any questions, please see Pastor Kelly or Kathy Jenkins.

HARVEST FEST DONATIONS:  You can support our Harvest Fest by donating hot dogs, hot dog buns and bags of individually wrapped candies.  We ask that you bring the hot dogs and buns to the church the Wednesday or Thursday before the event.  There is a sign­up sheet on the bulletin board if you plan to contribute.  You may bring the candy to the church office during normal office hours or with you on Sundays.  For any questions, please see Pastor Kelly or Kathy Jenkins.

HARVEST FEST TENTS:  We are looking to borrow some 10x10 and 12x12 tents for Harvest Fest.  If you have one we could use, please sign up on the bulletin board.  Please bring it to the facility by Thursday, October 30th.  

HARVEST FEST CAKE WALK:  There is a sign­up sheet on the bulletin board if you would like to donate a cake, cupcakes or packages of cookies to be given as prizes for our Harvest Fest “cake walk.”  Please see Nan Sciulli if you need more information.

PERFORMING HEARTS MINISTRY:  Our “perFORMING heARTS” ministry is  preparing a small Christmas program with practices to begin mid­November.  Please prayerfully consider becoming a part if you can sing or are able to play a musical instrument.  Also, parents please note that your children will be learning some Christmas songs during the Sunday services to sing December 14th and 21st.  Please see Kim Jacobson for more information.

KEIKI ID:  This program is a community service provided by Chevron Hawaii in partnership with the Honolulu Police Department.  This “Keiki Print” will be available here on Thursday, October 30th from 1­ - 3 PM.  Please pick up an application from the church office or the Welcome Table if you plan to bring your child.  For any questions, please see Russell Henna.

THANKSGIVING OUTREACH LUNCHEON:  Each year we have been able to be a blessing to our elderly, less fortunate, military, and single parent families.  Ko’Olina Resort will provide the food and we will serve our community with a complimentary Thanksgiving meal Saturday, November 22nd from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.  If you are interested in donating (plates, cups, utensils, and napkins), sign–up sheets are posted in the foyer.  

SURVEY OF CANDIDATES:  The 2014 Hawaii General Election is Tuesday, November 4th.  We have copies of the “Survey of Candidates,” sponsored by Hawaii Family Forum, available in the foyer.  This survey includes questions on issues of interest asked of the candidates.  

MAKAKILO HOME FELLOWSHIP:  Please note that the home fellowship meeting at the home of Dan and Kim Jacobson is on break until further notice.

HARVEST FEST:  Please prayerfully be a part of our Halloween alternative on Friday, October 31st from 6 - ­ 8 PM.  This is a great outreach to our community of Ewa Beach.  There are volunteer sign–up sheets on the bulletin board.  Please use the enclosed flyer to invite a friend.  There are additional flyers available in the foyer.  For any questions, please see Pastor Kelly or Kathy Jenkins.

HARVEST FEST MEETING:  Please note there is a meeting today after the second service in classroom #1 for all those that signed up or would like more information about our upcoming Halloween alternative.  Please see Pastor Kelly or Kathy Jenkins for questions.

HARVEST FEST DONATIONS:  You can support our Harvest Fest by donating hot dogs, hot dog buns and bags of individually wrapped candies.  We ask that you bring the hot dogs and buns to the church the Wednesday or Thursday before the event.  There is a sign­up sheet on the bulletin board if you plan to contribute.  You may bring the candy to the church office during normal office hours or with you on Sundays.  For any questions, please see Pastor Kelly or Kathy Jenkins.

EVENING WORSHIP SERVICE:  Please join us in the sanctuary tonight at 6 PM as we continue our study in the gospel of Luke.  Please see Pastor Tau for more information.  

MID­WEEK SERVICE:  Please join us this Wednesday, October 15th at 7 PM and hear the New Zealand mission team share all the Lord did while ministering there.

RIVER OF LIFE MISSION:  Volunteers needed.  We invite you to come and be a blessing to those less fortunate.  Please join us this Thursday, October 16th at 6:30 PM at the River of Life Mission located on North Pauahi Street between Maunakea and River Street.  Free parking is available on the street.  If you need more information, please see Duke Kauka.

GUEST SPEAKER:  We are blessed to have Fabian Loo speaking next Sunday, October 19th for both morning services.  He and his wife Mona are the Hawaii State Outreach Directors for All Things Possible Ministries.  

SURVEY OF CANDIDATES:  The 2014 Hawaii General Election is Tuesday, November 4th.  We have copies of the “Survey of Candidates,” sponsored by Hawaii Family Forum, available in the foyer.  This survey includes questions on issues of interest asked of the candidates.  

MAKAKILO HOME FELLOWSHIP:  Please note that the home fellowship meeting at the home of Dan and Kim Jacobson is on break until further notice.  

AWANA:  If you would be interested in helping out in any capacity with our Awana clubs, please sign up on the bulletin board.  This is a great opportunity to help our children have a lasting and fruitful relationship with Jesus.  Please see Dan Jacobson, Susan Fuchikami or Sarah Reed for more information.

COLUMBUS DAY HOLIDAY:  Please note that the church office and facility will be closed tomorrow in observance of Columbus Day. 

SYMPATHY: Please continue to keep the family of Pastor Tau in prayer with the passing of his mother “Sau” Sooto.  Her memorial service is scheduled for this Tuesday, October 7th at 10 AM (viewing at 9 AM) at Nu’uanu Memorial Park & Mortuary.  

HARVEST AMERICA:  We are a host location for this nationwide event with Pastor Greg Laurie TODAY LIVE at 1 PM HST.  The goal of  Harvest America is to impact a nation desperately in need of hope.  It will include a clear gospel message by Greg as well as performances by top Christian artists.  Please invite an unsaved friend or family member and join us!        

SUNDAY NIGHT PRAYER:  Please join us in the sanctuary tonight at 6 PM for a time of corporate prayer.  Jesus promised that if two of you agree on earth concerning anything you ask, it will be done by My Father in heaven.  For where two or three are gathered together in My name, I am there in the midst of them (Matthew 18:19­-20).  

HARVEST FEST:  Please prayerfully be a part of our Halloween alternative on Friday, October 31st from 6 - ­ 8 PM.  This is a great outreach to our community of Ewa Beach.  There are volunteer sign–up sheets on the bulletin board.  For any questions, please see Pastor Kelly or Kathy Jenkins.

HARVEST FEST MEETING:  Please note there is a meeting next Sunday, October 12th after the second service in classroom #1 for all those that signed up or would like more information about our upcoming Halloween alternative.  Please see Pastor Kelly or Kathy Jenkins for questions.

HARVEST FEST:  You can support our Harvest Fest by donating hot dogs, hot dog buns and bags of individually wrapped candies.  We ask that you bring the hot dogs and buns to the church the Wednesday or Thursday before the event.  There is a sign­up sheet on the bulletin board if you plan to contribute.  You may bring the candy to the church office during normal office hours or with you on Sundays.  For any questions, please see Pastor Kelly or Kathy Jenkins.

RIVER OF LIFE MISSION:  Volunteers needed.  We invite you to come and be a blessing to those less fortunate.  Please join us Thursday, October 16th at 6:30 PM at the River of Life Mission located on North Pauahi Street between Maunakea and River Street.  Free parking is available on the street.  If you need more information, please see Duke Kauka.

AWANA:  If you would be interested in helping out in any capacity with our Awana clubs, please sign up on the bulletin board.  This is a great opportunity to help our children have a lasting and fruitful relationship with Jesus.  Please see Dan Jacobson, Susan Fuchikami or Sarah Reed for more information.

PASTOR CHUCK SMITH MEMORIAL:  Please join us today from 2 - ­5 PM here in the sanctuary to celebrate the life and ministry of Pastor Chuck.  We will broadcast a live simulcast of his memorial service from Anaheim, California.

SERVANT SCHOOL:  Please note that there will be no Servant School tonight due to the memorial service for Pastor Chuck.  We will resume with our study on understanding and applying the bible next Sunday, November 3rd at 6 PM here in the sanctuary. 

HARVEST FEST MEETING:  Please note there is a meeting today after the second service in classroom #1 for all those that signed up or would like to help with our Halloween alternative scheduled for this Thursday from 6­ - 8 PM.  Please see Kathy Jenkins for more information.

HARVEST FEST:  Volunteers Needed!  Please help us as we reach out to the community with our Halloween alternative this Thursday, October 31st from 6 - ­8 PM.  There are volunteer sign–up sheets on the bulletin board for games and set up.  Please attend the meeting after second service.  Please use the enclosed flyer to invite a friend.  There are more available in the foyer. 

HARVEST FEST DONATIONS:  We would like to ask for donations of hot dogs and hot dog buns.  Please sign up if you would like to contribute.  We ask that you bring them to the church between tomorrow, October 28th and this Wednesday, October 30th.  We also need bags of candies.  You may drop those at the church office between 8 AM and 4 PM Monday­ - Thursday. 

HARVEST FEST TENTS:  We are looking to borrow some tents for Harvest Fest.  If you have one we could use, please sign up on the bulletin board.  Please bring it to the facility by this Wednesday, October 30th. 

MY HOPE WITH BILLY GRAHAM:  There will be a unique opportunity for evangelism with Billy Graham on Thursday, November 7th.  Billy will present the gospel by video across our land through thousands of homes and churches.  Please see   Pastor John or Pastor Kelly at the table on the Lanai.  Stop by for a free gift!

AWANA “LISTENERS”:  Opportunities are available to assist our Awana Clubs as “listeners.”  It’s easy and fun!  Please prayerfully consider getting involved.  There is a sign­up sheet on the bulletin board.

THANKSGIVING OUTREACH LUNCHEON:  Each year we have been able to be a blessing to our elderly, less fortunate, military, and single parent families.  Ko’Olina Resort will provide the food and we will serve our community with a complimentary Thanksgiving meal Saturday, November 23rd from 11:30 AM–1:00 PM.  If you are interested in donating (plates and utensils), sign–up sheets are posted in the foyer. 

MOM’S IN PRAYER:  Beginning next Sunday, November 3rd, Mom’s In Prayer will be on break.  They will resume meeting in January 2014.  Please see Hana Vierra if you have questions.

FOOD AND FELLOWSHIP:  Everyone is invited to join us for “Food and Fellowship” today after the 2nd service.  We will have hot dogs or hamburgers with chips and a drink available for a suggested donation of $1.50.

HARVEST FEST:  Volunteers Needed!  Please help us as we reach out to the community with our Halloween alternative Thursday, October 31st from 6 -­ 8 PM.  There are volunteer sign–up sheets on the bulletin board for games, set up and clean up.  Please use the enclosed flyer to invite a friend.  There are more available in the foyer.  For any questions, please see Kathy Jenkins.

HARVEST FEST DONATIONS:  We would like to ask for donations of hot dogs and hot dog buns.  Please sign up if you would like to contribute.  We ask that you bring them to the church between the Monday and the Wednesday before the event.  We also need bags of candies.  You may drop those at the church office between 8 AM and 4 PM Monday ­ Friday or bring them with you next Sunday, October 27th. 

HARVEST FEST TENTS:  We are looking to borrow some tents for Harvest Fest.  If you have one we could use, please sign up on the bulletin board.  Please bring it to the facility by Wednesday, October 30th. 

AFTERGLOW BELIEVERS’ MEETING:  Please join us tonight at 6 PM here in the sanctuary.  “The new birth is not the end but the beginning.  The end no man has yet discovered.  Having found God do we no longer need to seek Him?”  (A.W. Tozer).  Let’s seek the Lord through worship, prayer, the Word and the ministry of the Holy Spirit.  Please see Pastor John for more information.

MEN’S FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST:  Attention all men!  We will have our monthly Men’s Fellowship Breakfast this Saturday, October 26th at 7 AM here in the sanctuary.  We invite you to bring a friend and join us for a time of worship and fellowship.  Please see Pastor Tau for more information.

TEACHING OPPORTUNITY:  There is a need in our 6th­8th grade class during 2nd service.  If you have been attending CCWO for 6 months or more, please prayerfully consider this vital ministry.  Curriculum is provided.  Please see Pastor John for more information and a Volunteer Sign Up Form.  Mahalo!

AWANA LISTENERS:  Opportunities are available to assist our Awana Clubs as listeners.  It’s easy and fun!  Please prayerfully consider getting involved.  There is a sign­up sheet on the bulletin board.

MY HOPE WITH BILLY GRAHAM:  There will be a unique opportunity for evangelism with Billy Graham on Thursday, November 7th.  Billy will present the gospel by video across our land through thousands of homes and churches.  Please see Pastor John or Pastor Kelly at the table on the Lanai.  Stop by for a free gift!

THANKSGIVING OUTREACH LUNCHEON:  Each year we have been able to be a blessing to our elderly, less fortunate, military, and single parent families.  Ko’Olina Resort will provide the food and we will serve our community with a complimentary Thanksgiving meal Saturday, November 23rd from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.  If you are interested in donating (plates, cups, utensils, and napkins), sign–up sheets are posted in the foyer. 

EWA BEACH HOME FELLOWSHIP:  We have a new home fellowship meeting each Saturday at 3 PM.  The group meets at the home of Dan and Kim Jacobson at 5601A Cormorant Avenue in Iroquois Point and the study is taught by Dan.  For any questions, please contact Dan.

EMERGENCY PRAYER CHAIN:  Please note that the contact for the 24 hour emergency prayer chain is Denise Tory until November 9th.

MOM’S IN PRAYER:  Beginning Sunday, November 3rd, Mom’s In Prayer will be on break.  They will resume meeting in January 2014.  Please see Hana Vierra if you have questions.

HARVEST FEST:  Please help us as we reach out to the community with our Halloween alternative on Thursday, October 31st from 6­8 PM.  There are volunteer sign–up sheets on the bulletin board.  Please use the enclosed flyer to invite a friend.  There are more available in the foyer.  For any questions, please see Kathy Jenkins.

HARVEST FEST DONATIONS:  We would like to ask for donations of hot dogs and hot dog buns.  Please sign up if you would like to contribute.  We ask that you bring them to the church between the Monday and the Wednesday before the event.  We also need bags of candies.  You may drop those at the church office between 8 AM and 4 PM Monday ­ Friday or bring them with you on Sundays. 

HARVEST FEST TENTS:  We are looking to borrow some tents for Harvest Fest.  If you have one we could use, please sign up on the bulletin board.  Please bring it to the facility by Wednesday, October 30th. 

EMERGENCY PRAYER CHAIN:  Please note that the contact for the 24 hour emergency prayer chain is Denise Tory until November 9th.

RIVER OF LIFE MISSION:  Volunteers needed.  We invite you to come and be a blessing to those less fortunate.  Please join us this Thursday, October 17th at 6:30 PM at the River of Life Mission located on North Pauahi Street between Maunakea and River Street.  Free parking is available on the street.  For more information, please see Duke Kauka.

EWA BEACH HOME FELLOWSHIP:  We have a new home fellowship beginning Saturday, October 19th at 3 PM.  The group will meet at the home of Dan and Kim Jacobson and the study will be taught by Dan.  For any questions, please contact Dan.

AWANA LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE:  This conference is scheduled for Saturday, October 19th from 8:30 AM­  to 3:30 PM at Calvary Chapel Pearl Harbor, 94­1044 Waipio Uka Street.  The key note speaker is Larry Fowler, Executive Director of Global Networking at Awana and KidzMatter.  He is also the author of Rock­Solid Children’s Ministry.  The cost is $29 and includes lunch.  Please see Pastor John for any questions.

AWANA LISTENERS:  Opportunities are available to assist our Awana Clubs as listeners.  It’s easy and fun!  Please prayerfully consider getting involved.  There is a sign­up sheet on the bulletin board.

MEN’S FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST:  Attention all men!  We will have our monthly Men’s Fellowship Breakfast Saturday, October 26th at 7 AM here in the sanctuary.  We invite you to bring a friend and join us for a time of worship and fellowship.  Please see Pastor Tau for more information.

MY HOPE WITH BILLY GRAHAM:  There will be a unique opportunity for evangelism with Billy Graham on Thursday, November 7th.  Billy will present the gospel by video across our land through thousands of homes and churches.  Please see Pastor John or Pastor Kelly at the table on the Lanai.  Stop by for a free gift!

CALLING A SOLEMN ASSEMBLY:  Everyone is encouraged to meet at the Hawaii State Capitol Rotunda for a time of corporate prayer TODAY from 3­ - 5 PM.  Please see the enclosed flyer for more information.  If you have any questions, please see Pastor Tau.

SERVANT SCHOOL:  Please join us tonight from 6­ - 7:30 PM as we continue our study on understanding and applying the Bible.  Please see Pastor John if you have questions.

MONDAY NIGHT PRAYER:  We invite everyone to pray with us tomorrow,  October 7th at 7 PM here in the sanctuary.  We want to encourage you to consider making the time for this precious opportunity of intercessory prayer for all believers in Christ.  Please see Pastor Tau for more information.

HARVEST FEST:  Please help us as we reach out to our community with our Halloween alternative on Thursday, October 31st from 6­ - 8 PM.  There are volunteer sign–up sheets on the bulletin board.  Please use the enclosed flyer to invite a friend.  There are more available in the foyer.  For any questions, please see Kathy Jenkins.

HARVEST FEST DONATIONS:  We would like to ask for donations of hot dogs and hot dog buns.  Please sign up if you would like to contribute.  We ask that you bring them to the church between the Monday and the Wednesday before the event.  We also need bags of candies.  You may drop those at the church office during normal office hours or bring them with you on Sundays. 

HARVEST FEST TENTS:  We are looking to borrow some tents for Harvest Fest.  If you have one we could use, please sign up on the bulletin board.  Please bring it to the facility by Wednesday, October 30th. 

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY:  Attention parents!  Just a reminder that we need you to sign your children both in and out of their class.  This applies to all age groups.  Mahalo!

RIVER OF LIFE MISSION:  Volunteers needed.  We invite you to come and be a  blessing to those less fortunate.  Please join us Thursday, October 17th at 6:30 PM at the River of Life Mission located on North Pauahi Street between Maunakea and River Street.  Free parking is available on the street.  For more information, please see Duke Kauka.

MY HOPE WITH BILLY GRAHAM:  There will be a unique opportunity for evangelism with Billy Graham on Thursday, November 7th.  Billy will present the gospel by video across our land through thousands of homes and churches.  Please see Pastor John or Pastor Kelly or go to www.myhopewithbillygraham.org for more  information.  Please be praying for this event!

HOMESCHOOL/MOM’S GROUP:  The October event calendar is available in the foyer.  Please pick one up and come fellowship.  If you need additional information, please contact Kim Jacobson.

NEW BABY:  Congratulations to Kuhio and Maria Vellalos on the birth of their son Noah Kai’olu Paulino Vellalos.  He was born on October 16th and weighed in at 6lbs. 11.5oz. and measured 19 inches in length.

HARVEST FEST:  Please help us as we reach out to our community with our Halloween alternative.  Please see the volunteer sign–up sheets on the bulletin board.  We would like to ask for donations of hot dogs and hot dog buns.  Please sign up if you would like to contribute.  We ask that you bring them to the church between the Sunday and the Tuesday before the event.  We also need bags of candies.  You may drop those at the church office   during normal office hours or bring them with you on Sundays.  Please use the enclosed flyer to invite a friend.  There are more available on the foyer table.  For any questions, please see Kathy Jenkins.

CCWO FELLOWSHIP DIRECTORY:  Cameron Stevens will be taking pictures for the 2013 Fellowship Directory through next Sunday.  He will be available on the front lawn after both services.  Please consider updating your picture if the one in the current directory is more than two years old.  If you are taking a picture, please give the enclosed insert to   Cameron.  We will also be updating the directory with your address and phone numbers. 

HARVEST FEST:  There will be a meeting today after the second service in classroom #1  for all those assisting with our Halloween alternative.  Please see Kathy Jenkins for details.

AFTERGLOW:  Please join us here in the sanctuary tonight at 6 PM as we gather for   worship and prayer.  As believers, we will seek the Lord and His Word for the ministry and gifts of the Holy Spirit.  We would like to provide childcare for this service.  Please pray with us for God’s provision.  Please see Pastor John for more information.  

YOUTH:  All youth are invited this Thursday for “Worship at the Beach.”  Drop–off is at 5:30 PM and pick–up is at 8 PM here at the church.  Permission slips and liability waivers are available in the foyer.  If you need more information, please see Hendrik Feliciano.

MEN’S FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST:  Attention all men!  We will have our monthly Men’s Fellowship Breakfast this Saturday at 7 AM.  We  invite you to bring a friend and join us for a time of worship and fellowship.  Please see Whitney Vellalos for information.

HARVEST FEST:  We will be setting up our Light of God’s Creation Maze in the sanctuary next Sunday at 1 PM.  If you are able to volunteer some time, please join us.  Please see Cameron Stevens for details.

YOUTH MINISTRY:  Attention all those in Junior High and High School!  Please come join us Thursday, November 1st from 6–8 PM here at our church facility.  We will have a BBQ as well as a great time of fellowship and fun.  So invite a friend and come be a part!  Please see Pastor Dean, Hendrik Feliciano or Frank DeCoite for any questions.

“The LORD is near to all who call upon Him, to all who call upon Him in truth.” (Psalm 145:18)

As followers of Christ we sometimes find ourselves in unfamiliar places.  Some of us will try new things, different foods, clothing styles even new technology.  We do so even though there’s risk involved like the criticism of family and friends or missing out on that  promotion at work.  In those times it’s reassuring to know “The LORD is near to all who call upon Him.”  In other words He’s near to hear your prayer.  The Psalmist goes on to say that, the Lord will not only hear their cry but that He also, “preserves all who love Him” (verse 20).  So be encouraged to take those risks and venture out into the scary unknown.  Step out in faith and serve the Lord by serving others in your giving, witnessing and working.  Know that our faithful and ever watchful God is always near to hear our call.
 

~ Bobby Silva ~

HARVEST FEST:  Please help us as we reach out to our community with our Halloween alternative.  Please see the volunteer sign–up sheets on the bulletin board.  We would like to ask for donations of hot dogs and hot dog buns.  Please sign up if you would like to contribute.  We ask that you bring them to the church between the Sunday and the Tuesday before the event.  We also need bags of candies.  You may drop those at the church office during normal office hours or bring them with you on  Sundays.  Please use the enclosed flyer to invite a friend.  There are more available on the foyer table.  For any questions, please see Kathy Jenkins.

MINISTRY MEETING:  Our church ministry meeting is today here at our facility.  We will begin with a potluck at 5 PM and then have a time of worship, fellowship, and teaching from the Word of God.  Please attend if you are currently leading a ministry as we corporately gather to share our hearts with one another.  Also please join us if you are currently serving or desiring to be involved in ministry.

CCWO 2013 FELLOWSHIP DIRECTORY:  Cameron Stevens will be taking pictures for the 2013 Fellowship Directory through Sunday, October 28th.  He will be available on the front lawn after both services.  Please consider updating your picture if the one in the current directory is more than two years old.  If you are taking a picture, please give the enclosed insert to Cameron.  We will also be updating the directory with your address and phone numbers. 

ONE TO ONE DISCIPLING:  This 9–week bible study will help you learn the basics of your Christian faith.  The group will begin meeting this Thursday at 6:30 PM in classrooms 1 and 2.  The cost for the study guide is $12.50.  Please see the sign–up sheet on the bulletin board.  For more information please see Pastor Kelly.

RIVER OF LIFE MISSION:  Volunteers needed.  We invite you to come and be a blessing to those less fortunate.  Please join us this Thursday at 6:30 PM at the River of Life Mission located on North Pauahi Street between Maunakea and River Street.  Free parking is available on the street.  For more information, please see Duke Kauka.

HARVEST FEST:  There will be a meeting next Sunday after the second service in classroom #1  for all those assisting with our Halloween alternative.  Please see Kathy Jenkins for details.

AFTERGLOW:  Please join us here in the sanctuary next Sunday at 6 PM as we gather for worship and prayer.  As believers, we will seek the Lord and His Word for the ministry and gifts of the Holy Spirit.  Please see Pastor John for more information.  

MEN’S FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST:  Attention all men!  We will have our monthly Men’s Fellowship Breakfast Saturday, October 27th at 7 AM.  We  invite you to bring a friend and join us for a time of worship and fellowship.  Please see Whitney Vellalos for information.

YOUTH MINISTRY:  Attention all those in Junior High and High School!  Please come join us Thursday, November 1st from 6–8 PM here at our church facility.  We will have a BBQ as well as a great time of fellowship and fun.  So invite a friend and come be a part!  Please see Pastor Dean, Hendrik Feliciano or Frank DeCoite for any questions. 

HARVEST FEST:  Please help us as we reach out to our community with our Halloween alternative.  Please see the volunteer sign–up sheets on the bulletin board.  We would like to ask for donations of hot dogs and hot dog buns.  Please sign up if you would like to contribute.  We ask that you bring them to the church between the Sunday and the Tuesday before the event.  We also need bags of candies.  You may drop those at the church office during normal office hours or bring them with you on Sundays.  For any questions, please see Kathy Jenkins.

AWANA:  Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed (2 Timothy 2:15).  Mahalo to those who have expressed an interest and signed up.  Please join us for a brief meeting today after the second service in classroom #1.  Light lunch will be provided.  Also, please mark your calendar and plan on attending the Awana leader’s conference Saturday, October 20th.  Please see Pastor John for more information.

WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST:  Ladies, we invite you to join us for a time of   worship and fellowship this Saturday from 8–10 AM in the sanctuary.  Please sign up on the bulletin board TODAY as we need a final count.  Please see Irene Couch for any questions.

MINISTRY MEETING:  Please mark your calendar for a church ministry meeting next Sunday here at our facility.  We will begin with a potluck at 5 PM and then have a time of worship, fellowship, and teaching from the Word of God.  Please attend if you are  currently leading a ministry as we corporately gather to share our hearts with one another.  Also please join us if you are currently serving or desiring to be involved in ministry.

JUNIOR HIGH:  Attention all 6th–8th grade youth!  Our Junior High group, previously meeting on Wednesday during Mid–Week, is now meeting each Thursday at 6 PM.  So invite a friend and come join us here for fun, fellowship and teaching from God’s Word.  Please see Pastor Dean or Frank DeCoite for more information.

CCWO 2013 FELLOWSHIP DIRECTORY:  Beginning today, Cameron Stevens will be taking pictures for the 2013 Fellowship Directory.  He will be available on the front lawn after both services.  Please consider updating your picture if the one in the current directory is more than two years old.  If you are taking a picture, please give the enclosed insert to Cameron.  We will also be updating the directory with your address and phone numbers. 

RIVER OF LIFE MISSION:  Volunteers needed.  We invite you to come and be a blessing to those less fortunate.  Please join us Thursday, October 18th at 6:30 PM at the River of Life Mission located on North Pauahi Street between Maunakea and River Street.  Free parking is available on the street.  For more information, please see Duke Kauka.

AFTERGLOW:  Please join us here in the sanctuary on Sunday, October 21st at 6 PM as we gather for worship and prayer.  As believers, we will seek the Lord and His Word for the ministry and gifts of the Holy Spirit.  Please see Pastor John for more information.  

YOUTH MINISTRY:  Attention all those in Junior High and High School!  Mark Thursday, November 1st from 6–8 PM on your calendar and make sure you’re here at the church facility or you’ll miss it.

DISTRACTIONS:  As we gather together to worship our Lord in song and to study His Word, it is truly our desire to allow the Lord to minister to each and every heart both personally and individually.  So, we humbly request your help in making that all possible by keeping the distractions to a minimum during this important time of corporate worship.  Thanks so much!  With much love for you all, the pastoral staff of CCWO.

“Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you.  Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”   (John 14:27)

Suffering, can be persistent.  Whether physical or emotional, constancy of a recurring pain can leave us feeling overwhelmed.  I share with you Max Lucado’s encouraging words from his book, In The Eye Of The Storm.  “There is a window in your heart through which you can see God.  Once upon a time that window was clear.  Your view of God was crisp.  You could see God as clearly as vividly as you could see a gentle valley or hillside.  Then, suddenly, the window cracked.  A pebble broke the window.  A pebble of pain.  And God was not so easy to see.  The view that had been so crisp had changed.  You were puzzled.  God wouldn’t allow something like this to happen, would he?  When you can’t see Him, trust Him… Jesus is closer than you’ve ever dreamed.”  Our Lord Jesus promised never to forsake us.  He understands what it means to suffer.  Call out to Him in your times of suffering and allow His peace to fill you, and His love, to comfort you.
 

~ Pastor Tau Sooto ~

HARVEST FEST:  Volunteers Needed!  Please help us as we reach out to our community with this Halloween alternative.  If you are already helping or would like to be a part of this outreach, please come to the meeting today after the second service in classroom #1.  Please see Kathy Jenkins for details.

MONDAY NIGHT PRAYER:  We invite everyone to pray with us tomorrow at 7 PM right here in the sanctuary.  We want to encourage you to consider making the time for this precious opportunity of intercessory prayer for all believers in Christ.  Please see Pastor Tau for more information.

HARVEST FEST:  We would like to ask for donations of hot dogs and hot dog buns.  Please sign up on the bulletin board if you plan to contribute.   We ask that you bring them to the church between the Sunday and the Tuesday before the event.  We also need bags of candies.  You may drop those at the church office during normal office hours or bring them with you on Sundays.  For any questions, please see Kathy Jenkins.

MILITARY FAMILIES MINISTRY:  Please join us for an afternoon of fellowship this Saturday at 1 PM at Ewa Beach Park.  No RSVP is necessary.  All are invited!  Please see Jeramey or Rachel Lopez for more information.

WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST:  Ladies, we invite you to join us for a time of   worship and fellowship Saturday, October 13th from 8–10 AM in the sanctuary.  Please sign up on the bulletin board so we can plan for food preparation.  Please see Irene Couch for any questions..

MINISTRY MEETING:  Please mark your calendar for a church ministry meeting Sunday, October 14th here at our facility.  We will begin with a potluck at 5 PM and then have a time of worship, fellowship, and teaching from the Word of God.  Please attend if you are currently leading a ministry as we corporately gather to share our hearts with one another.  Also please join us if you are currently serving or desiring to be involved in ministry.

VOTER REGISTRATION:  There will be forms available under the Fellowship Tent today for those needing to register for the upcoming election.  Please see Pastor Tau for more information.

AWANA:  Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed (2 Timothy 2:15).  Mahalo to those who have expressed an interest and signed up.  Please join us for a brief meeting next Sunday, after the second service in classroom #1.  Light lunch will be provided.  Also, please mark your calendar and plan on attending the Awana leader’s conference Saturday, October 20th.  Please see Pastor John for more information.

YOUTH MINISTRY:  Attention all those in Junior High and High School!  Mark Thursday, November 1st from 6–8 PM on your calendar and make sure you’re here at the church facility or you’ll miss it.

FOOD AND FELLOWSHIP:  Everyone is welcome to join us for “Food and Fellowship” today after the 2nd service.  We will have hot dogs or hamburgers with chips and a drink available for a suggested donation of $1.50.

DISTRACTIONS:  As we gather together to worship our Lord in song and to study His Word, it is truly our desire to allow the Lord to minister to each and every heart both personally and individually.  So, we humbly request your help in making that all possible by   keeping the distractions to a minimum during this important time of corporate worship.  Thanks so much!  With much love for you all, the pastoral staff of CCWO.

“But you belong to God, my dear children.  You have already won your fight with these false prophets, because the Spirit who lives in you is greater than the spirit who lives in the world.”  (1 John 4:4 NLT)

The jack–o–lantern comes from an Irish folk tale about a mean and stingy man named Jack who wasn’t allowed into heaven.  The Devil gave him a piece of burning coal to put in the large turnip he was eating.  He was to use this as a lantern and walk the earth until Judgment Day.    Legend says he is still walking with his lantern looking for a place to stay.  People in Ireland began carrying lights carved out of turnips to scare away evil spirits.  Children then started carving the lanterns into faces to use the night before the festival Hallows’ Day or All Souls’ Day (Halloween).  The Irish brought this custom to America but used pumpkins instead of turnips.  As believers we don’t need jack–o–lanterns to scare off evil spirits or roam the earth looking for a place to stay.  Through faith in Jesus Christ, we have the promise of heaven and know that the indwelling Holy Spirit is greater than all and casts out our fears.                                                                  
 

~ Roland Antonio ~                           

Lord, “...what must I do to be saved?”  (Acts 16:30)

I praise God for those poignant words spoken by the Philippian jailor.  Just eight simple words that have the power to change an unbeliever’s life, or more importantly, whether he spends eternity separated from God.  In these times of worldwide chaos, it’s comforting to know that we as believers have the only TRUE answer to this question.  As ambassadors of Christ, we can offer hope and comfort to a lost and dying world, simply by conveying the “Good News” of the gospel whenever and where ever the opportunity arises.  We may not all be called to be a Pastor, but we are all called to know what we believe and why we believe it  (2 Timothy 2:15).  Until that glorious day when the trumpet sounds, we must all fight the good fight every day we take a breath...Amen!                                                                                 

~ Ron Sciulli ~

“...For the Lord will go before you...”  (Isaiah 52:12)

Our Christian life consists of taking steps, which means we should be walking, but how?  We sing a song, “He came from heaven to earth to show the way.”  Jesus came to earth and lived the example for us to follow.  He laid the path and even gave us a map and instructions in the Bible.  So how are we walking?  As believers we know that one day we will be in heaven with Jesus.  But what about while we are here?  Our walk with the Lord doesn’t mean jumping, flying, or skipping from point A to B.  It needs to be a step by step walk of obedience everyday to Jesus and His Word!  So how have you been walking?  Think about it…
 

~ Hendrik Feliciano ~

“You are forgiving and good, O Lord, abounding in love to all who call to you.”  (Psalm 86:5 NIV)

You are familiar with this law of nature.  If your grass fails to get the water it needs from rainfall or a sprinkler system, you and those observing will see the results as brown patches begin to take over.  It may even appear a lost cause, with no hope of recovery.  But, as water is turned back on and absorbed in a consistent manner, the strength of God surprises you as renewed life begins to emerge and reclaim its beauty.  So goes our life if we shut off our relationship with God and drift away from consistent time in the study of His Word, fellowship, prayer, and breaking of bread with fellow believers.  We, and those observing us, will begin to notice our life in Christ giving way to the dead pleasures of this world, maybe causing some to think we too are a lost cause  The good news is, like the brown spots of dead grass, Christ desires to restore us if we will simply call out to Him and turn back on the Living Water.                          
 

~ Pastor Dennis Dutton ~

“Be still, and know that I am God…” (Psalm 46:10)

Fifty–two seconds is the amount of time it takes to warm up water in the microwave for cocoa or for a cup–o–noodles.  We get so busy and so impatient that it makes it difficult to wait 52 seconds.  However, the question is have we taken at least 52 seconds to “Be Still”.  Of course, God requires more than 52 seconds.  So let’s put it into perspective and restate the question again, “have you taken 52 seconds out of a minute today to ‘Be Still and spend time with God’?”.  So as we go about our day, let’s remember the “52 second rule” because when we apply it … “He will be exalted among the nations, and He will be exalted in the earth.”                        
~ Kalani Fronda ~ 

OUR DAILY WALK WITH GOD

“I am the vine; you are the branches.  If a man remains in Me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from Me you can do nothing.”  (John 15:5 NIV)

I am reminded by my wife to continually seek God’s providence and guidance in my seemingly mundane and routine job duties, particularly when dealing with difficult people, difficult or   dangerous situations, or when a difference could be made for God.  A prayer by NYFD Chaplain, Mychal Judge, who was killed on 9/2011 while ministering to a dying fireman captures what our heart’s desire should be every day: “Lord, take me where You want me to go; Let me meet who You want me to meet; Tell me what You want me to say, and keep me out of Your way.”  With the      leading of the Holy Spirit we can hear God speaking to us, identify His activity in our lives, and know His direction.  Ephesians 3:20 says, “Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us.”  Together lets seek God each day and follow Him.                   ~ Russell Henna ~
 

A PRIVILEGED PARTNERSHIP

Jesus saying “Go and make disciples” (Matthew 28:19), and “you shall be My witnesses” (Acts 1:8), doesn’t leave us room to view it as mere suggestion, or an ‘if we’d like to’ option.  No, He commands us to tell others of their need to be ‘born again’.  But have you ever asked why God would assign such an important task to us?  After all, He’s the Almighty with infinite ways; He could get the same thing done.  He’s got a host of angels at His disposal, not to mention maybe a fleet of chariots of fire.  Why have us do it?  God wants us to be part of the process.  While salvation is His work alone (John 3:16-17; Ephesians 2:8-9), God wants our partnership in declaring the availability of His love and forgiveness to a lost world.  Thereby granting us front-row seats to that incredible moment when a person realizes the depth of God’s love, repents, and accepts Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.  Yes, God could’ve used angels to share the Gospel, but He chose you and me.  We’re given the privilege of witnessing the miracle of a life transformed.  What an awesome privilege!                       
~ Tau Sooto ~

SHEPHERD TO SHEEP

“For Ezra had set his heart to study the law of the LORD and to practice it, and to teach His statutes and ordinances in Israel.”
  Ezra 7:10 NASB

What does it mean to study the Law?  For Ezra, it meant to study the first five books of the Bible, Genesis through Deuteronomy.  For us as Christians, it means to study any and all books of the Bible, from Genesis through Revelation.  Every Sunday, we have a time of “Bible Study,” but Pastor Charles is the one who has done the real studying.  You and I are called to do the same thing, maybe not as in-depth as he does, but we are called to study on our own.  We are then to practice what we learn and whenever possible to teach it to others.  Why?  Paul tells  Timothy, “Study to show yourself approved unto God, a workman that needs not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth” (2 Timothy 2:15).  Get your Bible, open it up and look inside; take time to study it on your own.  Then live it and share it with others. Amen! 
         ~Frank DeCoite ~

GOD DELIVERS

“Depart from evil and do good; Seek peace and pursue it. The eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and His ears are open to their cry. The face of the Lord is against those who do evil, to cut off the remembrance of them from the earth. The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears, and delivers them out of all their troubles. The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves such as have a contrite spirit. Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivers him out of them all.”  Psalm 34:14-19

I love the simplicity of these scriptures.  First, stop doing evil.  Then, seek and follow peace.  God watches over and hears the prayers of the righteous.  God is near the wounded and repentant.  Got Problems?  Our God delivers us from them all.  That’s a promise I’ll treasure in my heart.         ~ Whitney Vellalos ~

CALL UPON GOD

“He shall call upon Me, and I will answer him.” (Psalm 91:15) 

No matter what problems may we have, we must call upon the Lord because the answer is in the power of His Holy Spirit and in the grace of God.  Romans 8:26-27 says, “In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness.  We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groans that words cannot express.  And he who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints in accordance with God's will.” As we pray, we must be led by the Holy Spirit by yielding our heart, our longings, our aches and our cries to Him.  Remember that the Holy Spirit helps us to talk with God as we praise Him and intercede for others; and it is the Spirit that leads us to God’s will and helps us to be in it. 
~ Carlos Munguia ~

THE BEAUTY OF THE MOUNTAIN IS EXPERIENCED IN THE VALLEY 

“… Jesus took with Him Peter and James and John and brought them up on a high mountain by themselves.” – Mark 9:2b   

In this scripture setting, Jesus leads these three disciples to a special encounter and witness of His glory – His transfiguration and fellowship with Moses and Elijah.  What a remarkable occasion this must have been with enduring impact on their lives.  Has the Holy Spirit led you to an inspired mountain top experience during a special moment of worship or during the study of His Word?  If so, like Peter, perhaps you desired to just linger in the experience only to soon find yourself back in the valley of daily living.  What we do with times of enlightenment which is designed to enrich our personal relationship in Christ becomes evident in our nature.  We are not currently built just for mountain top living.  As Oswald Chambers points out, it is in the drab drudgery of the valley‖ where we are called to have our character tested and live in reflection of His glory.  The sweetness of the mountain encounter gets amplified through each victory in the valley.     ~ Pastor Dennis Dutton ~