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MidWeek E-Newsletter |
| Issue: # 143 | August 4, 2011 |
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GOD'S PROMISES
His divine power has given us everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness. Through these he has given us his very great and precious promises, so that through them you may participate in the divine nature, having escaped the corruption in the world caused by evil desires. (2 Peter 1:3, 4 NIV)
This week is our family church camp at Green Oak Ranch and Phil wanted to introduce the theme to our whole church family-- God's Promises.
Jesus makes the promise of Matthew 11 to everyone in the world:
"Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden,
and I will give you rest.Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.
Rest for our souls is only in Jesus! We must step into this promise!
What is this "Yoke?" In essence it is strapping yourself to Jesus. Where he goes, I go. I learn from him and I am with him.
He carries the yoke/ burden, it's not like we carry half, Jesus has it all and we lock in with him. He carries us...that's why it's easy and light!
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Powerful Special Song from Sunday which providentially goes with this message:
Even If He Knows Me by Tom Kell & Jim Wille
Recent Recordings Online:
God's Promises (7/31) by Phil Helfer Dealing with Disappointment (7/24) by Ray Hauser |
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GREAT STUFF AT GREEN OAK RANCH
Yes, the week is in full swing...continue to pray for the Lord to do his work in and through the relationships and experiences of this impactful week!
  
Check out more pics in our picture gallery HERE
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 OUR SYMPATHIES EXTENDED
The Shope Family
In a tragic small plane accident, Matthew Shope passed away. He is the son of Paula and brother to Mariah. There will be a memorial service:
Saturday August 13 at 10am
@ Los Alamitos Joint Forces Training Base Theater
REQUIRED: Photo ID to get on the base
NOTE: come early to get through the checkpoint
Reception to follow (Details still forthcoming)
The Colamonico Family
On August 1, Dom went to be with his Lord leaving behind his precious wife Donna and the rest of the family. His memorial service will be:
Sunday, August 21st at 2pm
@ Los Altos Grace Brethren Church
In lieu of flowers, Donna has asked that gifts be given to Los Altos Grace for Green Oak Ranch Scholarships.
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MISSION OF THE MONTH-  CHURCH MULTIPLICATION ASSOCIATES
We have had a long and influential relationship with CMA. In fact, Pastor Phil and Neil Cole were two of the founders of this worldwide movement. Our own Mike Jentes also is an integral part of their work as the current coordinator for trainings, conferences and website.
There are a host of free Articles, Audios and Videos posted on the CMA website as well as a modest online book store where you can find some influential resources to encourage and propel the mission of our Lord Jesus.
Check out this short recent video posted to the CMA Resources website that challenges us about what Discipling really is: This is Discipling
Urgent prayer need: CMA Executive Director Neil Cole's father is drawing near to death. Please pray that he might embrace Jesus as Savior and for whole family to experience our Lord in a special way at this time.
Won't you be praying, and give some extra to support them this month? You can do so in the offering on Sunday or to the office or even donate online with the button above!
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SATURDAY SCOUT CAR WASH POSTPONED
Because of a conflict, the boy scout car wash organized by Trent Young scheduled for this Saturday 8/6 has been postponed.
Stay tuned for details for when that will be rescheduled.
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NEW EAGLE SCOUT -- ZACH NYQUIST
We are delighted to celebrate with our own Zach Nyquist that he completed all of the tasks to receive the high honor of Eagle Scout! We are glad that he was able to bless our church family and our own Precious Lamb Preschool as part of accomplishing this great achievement. Congrats!
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 FAMILY MEETING REPORT & BUDGET FOR 2011-2012
Go to our Family Meeting webpage for more information and to download the approved 2011-2012 budget ! |
 IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO WIN A MUSTANG &
SUPPORT PRECIOUS LAMB PRESCHOOL
A great way to support the school and enter a drawing to win a 1966 Mustang!!!!
Check out the details and pics of this sweet ride at
http://preciouslamb.org/mustang.html
Top Ten Reasons why you should by a Raffle Ticket
Buy your raffle ticket online here
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RUTH VREELAND UPDATE
29 Jul 2011
Dear Los Altos Grace,
I just have to say a big thank you to you for your faithful giving.
I've moved to Wisconsin to be with my middle daughter and her husband. Of course I pay them room and board,so you folks help make that possible. God is good! We did have some 90+ weather for a week a couple weeks ago, but since then it has been in the 80s. Supposed to be 83 today. We get lots of rain and everything is very green. We are in southwest Wisconsin, close to Dubuque, Iowa, where my son-in-law works.
I have many fond memories of LAGBC. I taught at the Christian School there for one year many years ago. I was there when Pastor Nagle was there. He left while I was there.
Sincerely, Ruth Vreeland
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ANNUAL REPORT FROM GRACE BRETHREN INTERNATIONAL MISSIONS
Read it all online HERE
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CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR PATTY WILSHIRE 
Our own, Patty Wilshire is off to China to teach English and to sow the Gospel amongst her students. This is her first trip back to China since the passing of her beloved husband, and we are so glad to stand with Patty in her endeavor!
Listen to her share here
Here is a copy of letter she sent to friends & our church about the trip. |
 WOMEN OF GRACE - DISTRICT FALL RETREAT
November 11-13, 2011
Calvary Chapel Conference Center, Murrieta Hot Springs
English Speaker: Carole Wolaver
Theme: In The Potter's Hands
Spanish Speaker: Paz Rivera
Theme: The Abundant Life
Cost: $160
Brochures available at the back of the church. Please turn your registration in to the church office. |
 SPECIAL NEED- SERVANTS TO RUN SOUND
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Press on!
Los Altos Grace // Mike Jentes
Los Altos Grace Brethren Church |
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