Issue 302                                                 
                          February 26, 2015 
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A Candid Conversation about our Church
A bunch of our ladies were off at their retreat wielding swords, and Pastor Phil threw out his back, so the assignment to share this past Sunday fell to me (Mike).  

In praying about what to share, I felt like the Lord was pushing me to talk a little bit about us...our church family.  I knew it would be worth sharing the purpose of our church and some of the mindset behind it.

The three principal reasons for our existence as a church are to:

(1) Exalt the Lord (Romans 15:5-6; 1 Corinthians 10:31);
(2)Edify the Saints (Ephesians 4:11-16); and
(3) Evangelize the World (Matthew 28:19-20).  

             

 

Just a few weeks ago, we had our Community of Elders Retreat and I also felt like it was important to
be transparent about some of the following items:

 -- We want to grow in ministry to young adults

 -- We want to be about making strong disciples,

 -- We want to challenge everyone to "pass the baton" on to the next generation, by personally & relationally investing.

-- We have a great menu of opportunities for everyone to be involved in our church, in reaching out in Long Beach, in local missions and global missions.

 -- We believe that Life Transformation Groups are a key discipleship tool for everyone! 

Why don't you start one this week! (read more...)

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IMPORTANT NEWS

Happy 14th Birthday Precious Lamb!

This month Precious Lamb celebrates its 14th Birthday!  Would you celebrate with us?

1.  Make an one time donation of $14 in honor of our 14th birthday. 

2.  Become a new monthly donor or increase your monthly donationby $14/month and as a special thank you, you will receive a 
matted print of a Precious Lamb student's special artwork.  

Give a special birthday gift online >>
 Precious Lamb Preschool Hiring!

Want to be a part of the Precious Lamb Staff? (I mean who doesn't?!)

We are hiring for two positions

1.  Preschool Substitute Teachers
2.  Development Associate

Come join our team!

Send inquires and resumes to Lailanie Jones >>

A Coffee Connection- Church & School!

Los Altos Coffee House is happening every Friday (until Spring Break). You can sign up to help bring goodies to make it a success in coming weeks.   
Sign up for upcoming Fridays >>
Find out more  online >>
  Zellmer's Latest News

Don tells us about the upcoming trip to Poland he is leading cadets on, some Words from the Lord and also a thought about "Story..." 

Read it all online >>
 
February Newsletter online!

As we step into February, here is the latest newsletter, with great stuff from about Lauren Edwards, Missionaries, Coffee and more! 

Online Newsletter >>
  Marriage Conference

Special invitation to a one day marriage conference here in Long Beach. Saturday March 14 from 9am - 4pm at Grace Brethren Church of Long Beach.

More information >>
 
Will You FLINCH?  Risk it for Jesus!

Flinch Conference is all about risk. And what better place to talk about risk than in the city that embodies it! Welcome to New York City, July 23-26, for the Grace Brethren National Conference... 


Flinch Conference Details Online >>
Inspiring, Honest Article on Grace

"I understood the job description of a Christian, but I could not fathom the undeserved, inherited, blood-soaked place in God's family that was offered to me - freely...

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Trust in the Lord: Latest Newsletter from the Bashore's
It's easy to say, not nearly as easy to do. I think anyone walking with the Lord knows full well how trying it can be....  Read the rest online >>