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YOU GOTTA HAVE FRIENDS...

 

best friends

A new command I give you: Love one another.

As I have loved you, so you must love one another. John 13:34

 

There's no question that one of the greatest gifts God has given us is the gift of friendship.  One of the unique things about friendship is that it is something that can bring us great joy and great heartache.  In Romans 12, right after the apostle Paul tells us to "rejoice with those who rejoice," he also says we are to "weep with those who weep." (Rom. 12:15)

 

Paul knew that we were created for community and that, when we get close to others, it means that we'll share not only their joy, but also their pain.

 

This weekend we're concluding our series "Accelerate: 6 Habits To Speed Up Your Spiritual Growth" by looking at "The Habit of Friendship."

 

We're also asking you to solidify your desire to make this a year of spiritual growth by turning in your completed commitment card at any one of our three weekend worship services.  I look forward to seeing you Saturday at 5:30 or Sunday morning at 9AM or 11AM.

 

Embracing the journey,
Pastor Rick

gz news GROW ZONE NEWS
FEBRUARY ISSUE IS HERE

 

Hey kids, there's lots of fun, exciting things happening in the Grow Zone this winter! Find out more by reading our monthly newsletter, Grow Zone News. Our February issue of Grow Zone News is now available on our website. You can also have your mom or dad sign-up to receive Grow Zone News in their email inbox each month. Great articles, games, activities and more!

cg winter 2011CORE GROUPS
HAVE YOU SIGNED UP?

 

CoreGroups are small groups of 12-15 people who meet weekly to discuss interesting questions related to Pastor Rick's messages, as well as build friendships, grow spiritually, pray for one another, serve together, and have fun.  Our Winter 2011 CoreGroups are currently forming.  Find out more and register for a group by visiting our website.

women rock - love lettersWOMEN ROCK - LOVE LETTERS
THIS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 4
 
Ladies, join us for a special evening of celebrating friendship.  We'll enjoy dinner, fellowship, a devotion and making stationary together.  We're meeting 6:30-8:30PM in Chi Hall this Friday, February 4.  The cost is just $5!  For more information, please contact Becky Bibelheimer: becky@eaglerockbaptist.com.
 
sl spaghettiSUNDAY LUNCH
THIS SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 6
 
Join us for lunch following the 11AM worship service this Sunday, February 6. We'll be serving up spaghetti, served with garlic bread, salad, and dessert.  This is a great opportunity for you to spend time with others in our church family. The meal is free and everyone is welcome!
 
family snow dayFAMILY SNOW DAY
NEXT SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 12

Get your family together and join us for a fun day in the snow, up at Mt. Waterman.  We'll meet at ERBC to carpool at 8AM and return at 3PM.  Bring snow toys, lunch for your family, and a snack to share.  Hot chocolate and coffee will be provided.  The cost is just $5.  For more information, please contact Becky Bibelheimer: becky@eaglerockbaptist.com.
 

   
watts outreachWATTS OUTREACH
NEXT SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 12

ERBC Youth are going to go serve at World Impact, and everyone is invited to join them.  Come help with cleaning up, sorting clothes and helping with whatever other projects they have for us.  We'll meet at ERBC at 8AM to carpool, and return at 1:30PM.  For more info, contact Andrew White: andrew@eaglerockbaptist.com. 
 

   
Seniors Valentines LunchSENIORS' VALENTINES LUNCHEON
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 14

Eagles Wings invites all seniors to join us for a Valentines Luncheon on Monday, February 14.  We'll meet at 12PM in Chi Hall.  The cost is $5.  For more information, please contact Hortensia in the church office 323-255-4611.
 
 

  

 

baptism genericBAPTISM
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 20

 

Baptism is an important step Jesus asks every believer to take.  If you are a follower of Christ and you have not been baptized yet, we encourage you to find out more.  Our next baptism services will be held during the 9AM worship service on Sunday, February 20.  Click here for more information on baptism. 

yuth parents meetingYOUTH PARENTS MEETING
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 20

 

Are you the parent of a middle or high-school student?  Join us for a Youth Parents Meeting on Sunday, February 20, 12:30-1:30PM in Chi Hall.  This is your opportunity to find out what's coming up in ERBC youth group and get your questions answered.  For more information, contact Andrew White: andrew@eaglerockbaptist.com.

Brazil 2011BRAZIL MINI-MISSIONS MEETING
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 20

 

Is God calling you to go to Brazil this summer?  We're currently forming the Mini-Missions team that will serve in Brazil, July 2-15.  We will be having an information meeting on Sunday, February 20, 1PM-2PM in Chi Hall (a light lunch will be served).  Applications to be a part of the Brazil Mini-Missions Team are due by March 6.  For more information, contact Pastor Jordan: jordan@eaglerockbaptist.com.

Financial Peace UnivFINANCIAL PEACE --PREVIEW
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 27

 

Beginning in March, ERBC will host Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University, a 13 week course designed to help you stop worrying about money and begin the journey to financial peace.  Because there is some investment of both time and money to participate in this course, we are offering a free preview to help you decide if this program will benefit you.  Join us Sunday, February 27, 1-2PM in Chi Hall (light lunch and childcare provided).  For details, email Pastor Jordan: jordan@eaglerockbaptist.com.

women's retreatWOMEN'S RETREAT 
MARCH 11-13

 

A weekend of fun, relaxation and spiritual renewal is already being planned for the women of ERBC.  Our annual Women's Retreat will be held March 11-13, at Paradise Valley Ranch.  Come and deepen your relationship with God and your relationships with the women of ERBC.  Register online from our website.  For more information, please contact Becky Bibelheimer: becky@eaglerockbaptist.com.