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 Can you hear me now?
We've all had the experience. You run in to a friend you haven't seen for a while, and when you greet them, you ask the same question that people always ask in that situation - you ask, "How are you?"
It's a simple question, and you're expecting a short answer. You expect them to say "I'm Fine" or "Doing great." But things aren't fine with your friend. Instead of giving you the pat answer, they begin to open up, pour out their heart, and share with you some of the pain that they've experienced as a result of all the stuff that they've been dealing with. You quickly realize that there are no words that can right the wrongs or heal the hurts that your friend is feeling, and so you say what a lot of us say in that situation. You say, "I'm sorry. I'll be praying for you."
Many times when it comes to the promises we make to remember to pray for someone, it's a lot easier to say it than it is to pray it.
This weekend we're concluding our series on prayer with a look at "How To Pray For Others." I hope you can join us Saturday at 5:30PM or Sunday morning 9AM or 11AM.
Embracing the journey,
Pastor Rick
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 EASTER COUNTDOWN
9 DAYS UNTIL EASTER SUNDAY!
This Sunday, April 17, is Palm Sunday. It is the day that we remember Jesus triumphal entry into Jerusalem --and His willingness to journey to the Upper Room, to Gethsemane and to the cross for us. It is also a day to celebrate, knowing that Easter is just around the corner! Have you picked up your Easter invitations and begun inviting your friends to join us for our Easter Celebration? Share JOY this Easter --you will be glad that you did! |
 NEIGHBORHOOD WALK
Help ERBC reach out to our community. We want to let our neighbors know about our Easter services as well as our Community Breakfast & Egg Hunt. Join us this Saturday morning, April 16, at 10AM, as we walk our surrounding streets and drop off invitations to our neighbors. A light lunch will be provided after the walk. For more info, contact Pastor Jordan: jordan@eaglerockbaptist.com.
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 ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETINGS
Once a year, our church family takes time to review the past year and consider plans for the coming year. This Sunday, April 17, at 12:30PM in Fellowship Hall, we will hold our Annual Meeting, where ERBC members may vote on the proposed budget and committee members. Details are available in the front lobby of the Worship Center.
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 YOUNG ADULT VOLLEYBALL & DESSERT
Young adults are invited to bring your favorite dessert, load up on sugar, and then burn off all the calories by playing volleyball! Join us this Sunday, April 17, 6:30-8PM in Fellowship Hall. All skill levels (and desserts) welcome! For more information, contact Andrew White: andrew@eaglerockbaptist.com. |
 ADULT GRIEF SUPPORT
Find support, encouragement and compassion in the midst of grief. ERBC's senior ministry, Eagles Wings, is offering a 6-week grief support ministry for any adults who have experienced the loss of a close friend or family member in the past two years. The group will meet Mondays, 7-8:15PM in the Family Room. There is no cost to participate. For details, contact Hortensia Aguilar in the church office 323-255-4611 or email hortensia@eaglerockbaptist.com. |
 PRAYER NIGHT FOR EASTER
We're asking God to use our church to share joy with others this Easter. Join us for a special Prayer Night for Easter on the Wednesday before Easter, April 20. We'll meet at 6:30PM in The Family Room. For more information, please contact Pastor Jordan: jordan@eaglerockbaptist.com. |
 TENEBRAE
Join our church family for a special time of remembering Jesus' sacrifice on the cross for us. As a part of this service, we will celebrate communion together. Tenebrae will be held on Good Friday, April 22, at 7PM in the Worship Center. For more information, contact James Bean: james@eaglerockbaptist.com.
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 COMMUNITY BREAKFAST & EGG HUNT
Celebrate Easter with our neighbors! We'll be serving up a hot, delicious breakfast for everyone, followed by an egg hunt for all kids 12 and under. Prizes include amusement park passes, bicycles, board games, stuffed animals and more. It's all happening Saturday, April 23, 9-10:30AM at Eagle Rock Recreation Center, Area 1 (1100 Eagle Vista Dr, in Eagle Rock). This event is FREE and everyone is welcome! Questions? Email becky@eaglerockbaptist.com |
 YOUTH GUYS' WEEKEND
FRIDAY, APRIL 29-SUNDAY, MAY 1
ERBC Youth guys are heading to Joshua Tree for a guys' weekend --camping, grilling, hiking and sleeping under the stars. We'll meet at the church Friday, April 29 at 4:30PM and return Sunday, May 1 by 2PM. Cost is just $25. For more details, email Andrew White: andrew@eaglerockbaptist.com. |
 YOUNG ADULTS OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHT
Young Adults, bring a blanket and a favorite movie-watching-snack, and join us for an outdoor movie. Showtime is Sunday, May 1, 6-8:30PM at a local house. Drinks and food will be provided. For details (like the address!), please email Andrew White: andrew@eaglerockbaptist.com. |
 WATTS OUTREACH
ERBC Youth invite everyone to join them for Watts Outreach, serving with World Impact. Saturday, May 7, meet at the church at 8AM to carpool, and we'll return by 1:30PM. Projects may include cleaning, minor repairs, as well as passing out flyers in the community. For more info, please email Andrew White: andrew@eaglerockbaptist.com. |
 CELEBRATE MOTHER'S DAY WITH US
Join us for a special Mother's Day celebration on Sunday, May 8. Services will be held at the usual times, 9AM and 11AM. We will be serving up a light brunch, in honor of our moms, between the Sunday morning services. Everyone is welcome --bring your mom!
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| CONGRATULATIONS ERBC PATRIOTS!
Congratulations to the ERBC Patriots for their victory in our local World Series of Church Softball.
 There was a good crowd present last Tuesday evening, cheering on the two ERBC teams, Patriots & Veritas. Both ERBC teams had faced other neighboring churches, Christian Assembly and Lake Avenue, in order to make it to the finals. When both ERBC teams were victorious in their playoff games, it meant that we had two ERBC teams going head to head for the championship. At the championship game, many fans in the stands had divided loyalties, because they had friends on both teams. Throughout the game the most frequently heard cheer was, "Go Eagle Rock!"
Congratulations to the Patriots who prevailed in a 16-13 victory. |
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