Issue 345
March 17, 2016  
In This Issue
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Happy St. Patrick's Day
The Simple Gospel & Japan
Pastor Phil Helfer returned from Japan and shared a report on his time of journeying with many disciples and leaders.

There is too much to share in this little space about his trip, but he concluded with a return to the Simple Gospel found in Romans 4:25-
"Jesus was delivered up because of our transgressions and was raised because of our justification.

This Simple Gospel is the message for the Japanese and for us at this Easter time! 

You can listen to Phil's entire message online >>
 
An outline of Phil's presentation slides [PDF]
 
IMPORTANT NEWS

baptism  
Drive-In Movie on Friday 3/18

In the Parking Lot we are gonna put up the Big Screen and watch a movie together
- Inside Out!  Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, trucks & cars. Free popcorn, nachos, hot cocoa and more! Please RSVP to office@LAGBC.org  
Check out the scoop online >> 
Baptism THIS Sunday at 10:00 am

We have 3 people who want to get baptized this Sunday to celebrate their decision to follow Jesus! To squeeze it in on this special Palm Sunday, at 10:00am on the patio we will have this time. Please join us to celebrate Maribel, Maria & Nick!   
Read more about baptism >> 
 
 
   ThrowbackThursday
To God Be The Glory - Palm Sunday

Sunday, March 20, 2016  @ 10:30 am
Invite your family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers to attend this moving tribute to Jesus Christ, our King of Kings!!!!
Throwback Thursday 

Three years ago on this date, our own Michael Patrick McGinnis shared the inspiring story of St. Patrick on this holiday in our Sunday morning service.

 
  
First Century Communion
on Good Friday

Celebrate Communion with us on Good Friday! March 25th  6:30-8:30PM
  • Dinner
  • Foot washing &
  • The Bread and Cup
Childcare provided for children through age 5. Learn more about our celebration of First Century Communion online >> 
Meals for Donna Colamonico

Take Her A Meal>>


Meals for Don & Sharon Parkins
 

 
March Newsletter Now Online

All kinds of good stuff in this month's newsletter:
  • Drive-In Movie 3/18
  • Celebrating the Resurrection Week
  • Coffee House Updates
  • Sunday Ministries
  • Monthly Prayer Requests
 
Financial Peace University at Los Altos

We all need a plan for our money. Financial Peace University is that plan! It teaches God's ways of handling money.

Through video teaching, class discussions and interactive small group activities, 
Financial Peace University presents biblical, practical steps to get from where you are to where you've dreamed you could be

Classes starting April 3rd - Read more >> 
 

If you keep singing the songs in your head all week long that we do in worship on Sunday, then you should check out the new
  .

 
Precious Lamb Art Gala Tickets

Join us on Friday, April 29th for a fun and unique evening at the Summit Aviation Airplane Hangar at Long Beach Airport. View and purchase original artwork by Millikan High and Biola University art students while enjoying food, drinks, live music, and a huge auction overlooking the tarmac. All proceeds benefit Precious Lamb Preschool, commited to breaking the cycle of homelessness, one child at a time.
Get Details & Tickets >>
Rossmoor Roommate Needed!
 
Haley, Amy and Hannah are looking for a 20-30 year old Christian roomate to live with them in a beautiful Rossmoor home!  Large rooms, pool & jacuzzi, washer & dryer, lots of driveway and street parking, near to the 605 & 405 at a great price.

Contact Haley Helfer via email >>

 
Young Adult Ministries

Exciting stuff is brewing with our young adults!

New small groups, regular events, gatherings on Sunday mornings at 9am and much, much more. 

To find out all the details, go to our young adult ministry webpage:

http://losaltosgrace.com/ministries/young-adult-ministry/ 
Help for Coffee Fellowship Time
 
Each week, we will need some help for our coffee time:
1) Bring some Baked Goods: We will need baked goods (homemade or store-bought) every Sunday. There will be a clipboard on the patio for sign-ups.
2) Be a part of the Team: We need folks who will set up, serve, clean up, or just hang out to encourage the Body!

For info or to sign up contact: Coordinator Karen Salas  


 
Genesis to Jesus Class

From Genesis to Jesus is a seven-lesson study about the major theme of the Bible.
We have pared down this study to what we think is absolutely essential for you to get a clear picture of what the Bible (and Christianity) is all about. 

9am on Sundays Room 15 by Mike Jentes 
Friday Coffee House
 
The Los Altos Coffee House happens in the Fellowship Hall on Friday mornings! Please come by between 7:00-9:30 to make relational connections with our school and church families and have a good cup of coffee!

Find out more info & to help >>
Just a reminder on the adjustment to our Sunday times and add a special relational time into our morning groove: