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 Mile Marker #31
Pentecost
On the day of Pentecost all the Lord's followers were together in one place. Suddenly there was a noise from heaven like the sound of a mighty wind! It filled the house where they were meeting. Then they saw what looked like fiery tongues moving in all directions, and a tongue came and settled on each person there. The Holy Spirit took control of everyone, and they began speaking whatever languages the Spirit let them speak.
Many religious Jews from every country in the world were living in Jerusalem. And when they heard this noise, a crowd gathered. But they were surprised, because they were hearing everything in their own languages. Acts 2:1-6
I have always been fascinated with this story of the beginning of the early church recorded in the book of Acts. The word for Spirit in Hebrew (Ruach) and in Greek (Pneuma) is the same word for wind or breath. In this amazing telling the writer describes a powerful wind filling the house where the disciples had gathered following the Resurrection and Christ's command to wait in Jerusalem for the Holy Spirit. Some translate this as a "violent wind" or a "gale force" wind or a "rushing mighty wind" but however it is described one soon discovers that it is the Holy Spirit, the very breath of God that has come upon them. READ MORE
Together in the journey,
Don & Susan
Your Co-Regional Ministers
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"Thank You"
Life's Simplest Stewardship Prayer!
Stewardship Message from Dan Oliver
 Occasionally life presents situations that leave us wondering how to respond. We don't know where to turn or how to act. We find ourselves at a loss for even what words to utter. We have all been there.
One of my favorite Theologians, Meister Eckhart, once said, "If the only prayer you say in your life is 'thank you,' that would suffice." Literally, as I wrote this quote, my wife texted me that a dear friend of ours has just passed away. Suddenly, without warning, I find myself in the midst of one of those life situations. Our friend was six months younger than me. She was the mother of one of my daughter's good school friends. How do I respond? Where do I turn...how do I act...what words do I utter? READ MORE |
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What is Miracle on 43rd Street?
And, How Can I Help?
 Miracle on 43rd Street is our region's 2012 mission outreach in our own backyard June 27-July 1, 2012. In collaboration with the Disciples Women, this unique service project focuses on bringing the best of our gifts, resources and talents as an expression of God's love and empowerment to a welcoming community. This "hands on" work is a visible witness to what it means to be one church!
The Miracle will take place at United Christian Church, located at 625 East 43rd Street in Los Angeles. The church is nestled in a demographically changing neighborhood in one of the City's most crowded communities. United's weekly hot meal program is a well-known ministry in the community. Read more FAQs
Get involved & register today!
REGISTRATION FORM
For more information and resources including flyers and bulletin inserts, click here.
 YOUTH EXPERIENCEfor youth entering 9-12 grades A partnership with Disciples Home Missions and the Pacific Southwest Region, the MO43Youth event is a parallel event taking place alongside the Disciples Women's Miracle on 43rd Street in Los Angeles, CA at United Christian Church. While the events are taking place simultaneously, the MO43Youth Mission Experience is an independent event with distinct funding resources, volunteers, and mission projects. MO43Youth is designed for high school students to experience community, mission, leadership, fellowship, spiritual growth, and worship experiences. Learn more at www.mo43youth.org |
What's Happening Around Our Region? Links to Upcoming Events & News
Summer Camp 2012 at Loch Leven
July 1-4, 2012 Mini Camp
July 8-14, 2012 Junior Camp
July 15-21, 2012 Chi Rho Camp
July 22-28, 2012 CYF I
July 29- August 4, 2012 CYF II
August 17-19, 2012 Young Adult Camp
Download Paperwork
Counselor/Director Training for Summer Camp
Every volunteer (new or returning) must attend one training camp May 5 & 6
June 9 & 10
More Information
Share 2012: Ecumenical Partnership of DOC & UCC students
June 11-15, 2012
 Share 2012 will be five days of fellowship, networking, service, learning, and worship, looking for spirit-filled and progressive change in the face of all the forces standing in the way of faithfulness to God and authentic Christian community. Info & Registration
History & Polity of the the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
Understanding Our Disciples Heritage: August 22-25
HISTORY & POLITY Course taught by Jon L. Berquist, Ph.D., DSF
Dates: August 22-25, 2012
To Register: Call (909) 624-0712 or email info@dsf.edu
REGIONAL ASSEMBLY 2012: October 19 & 20
Take some time to tend your soul!
Mark your calendars and plan to attend the PSW Regional Assembly this Fall.We will gather at Mill Creek Christian Church in Bakersfield, California on Friday, October 19th and Saturday, October 20th.More information & registration coming soon...PRINT FLYER
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Prayer Concerns
 Don Shelton
Ely Obillo
Kathy Hilberg
Staci Edwards
Sue and Church Sigmund, parents of David
Sigmund, pastor of North Long Beach Christian Church
George Brown, retired Disciples pastor, recovering in a rehab center in San Marcos and his caregiver Janet, his wife.
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In Memoriam
Bill Bynum, husband of Regional Ministry Team member JoAnn Bynum passed away on April 10, 2012. A service was held for Bill at Abundant Life Christian Church on April 21st. Expressions of support and comfort may be mailed to JoAnn and daughter, Joi Robinson at 739 E. 82nd Street, Los Angeles, CA 90001.
We have received word that Yeu Woong Yun, the husband of the So Young Park, co-pastor of Saegil Christian Church and father of Soo Yun, has passed away. A funeral service was held on April 20th and a memorial service was held on April 22nd. Expressions of support may be mailed to So Young and Soo at 15222 Masline Street, Baldwin Park, CA 91706.
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What's Happening in the General Church? Links to Upcoming Events
Join over 400 brothers from all over the U.S.and Canada
for "Extreme Faith/bold action" to learn more about the Mission Church model.
More Info about the event.
Registration is now open for the 2012 General Minister and President's Pastors Conference! This time of rejuvenation, relaxation and revival will be held at the Hilton at the Ballpark in downtown St. Louis, Mo. Register Now! |
General Church Ministry News Click links below for more information
Disciples News ServiceKeep up with the latest news from the General Church! Read more
Bob Shebeck to Conclude Work with Global Ministries
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Stewardship Study: The Center for Faith and Giving announces the availability of the first of four lessons on the First Testament and Stewardship by the Rev. Dr. Richard Lowery. Learn more
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Sincerely,
Don Dewey and Susan Gonzales Dewey
Co-Regional Ministers
Christian Church (DOC) PSW Region |
We believe God calls the Pacific Southwest Region to be a movement for wholeness in a fragmented world.
OUR VISION, to be a faithful, growing church that demonstrates true community, deep Christian spirituality and passion for justice (Micah 6:8); and,
OUR MISSION, to be and to share the Good News of Jesus Christ, witnessing, loving and serving from our doorsteps "to the ends of the earth". (Acts 1:8)
---Pacific Southwest Regional Church Mission Statement
Regional Board of Directors; Adopted September 15, 2003
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Disciples Mission Fund Special DayOffering 2012
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WOMEN
What happens when Christian women gather? Lives are changed! This monthly column is about what's going on with women in the PSW region.
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May 2012 Older Adult Ministries
Newsletter READ NOW
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May 2012 Ecumenical & Interfaith News READ NOW
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 | Please share with the Global Ministries Committee you're global outreach to the world by filling in the Questionnaire "What in the World are You Doing And Where?!"
This information will be shared with the Conference/Region to encourage all congregations as they live out the gospel. Thanks for your help!!
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 | Youth Events & News from around the Region
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 | 16ta Asamblea Nacional Hispana y Bilingüe
19 al 22 de Julio
Registration
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 | 17th NAPAD
Convocation August 1- 4 Register
Youth Pre-Event |
 | 22nd Biennial Session of the National Convocation
July 25-29
Registration
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 | Purchase PSWR
History Book
Get your copy of The Disciples in the Pacific Southwest Region, 1955-2009
while supplies last!
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| Great Resources
& Free Materials!
VBS Curriculum
Nuturing Teachers
"Live Your Giving"
Calendar
Youth Sunday
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 | Giving is a stewardship resource developed by the Ecumenical Stewardship Center in Indianapolis , IN - a ministry in partner-ship with the Center for Faith and Giving. It contains vital re-sources that can help your congregation grow in its understanding of stewardship as a spiritual discipline and life practice.
Get a FREE copy!
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