Issue 362
July 14, 2016  
Walking On Water


We examined again Jesus and his work in a very famous story where He takes a stroll through a windstorm on the surface of the Sea of Galilee!
When we read the story, we must see the disciples as this is a learning lesson for them!  After the disciples cry out to the "ghost-like figure on the water," Jesus responds:

"Take courage! It is I. Don't be afraid."
Then he climbed into the boat with them, and the wind died down. They were completely amazed... (Mark 6:50-51)


Even though their amazement is the right response, this episode is actually a learning lesson for the disciples about the prior miracle the feeding of the 5000.  Listen to what Mark says.

"... for they had not understood about the loaves; their hearts were hardened."

What Jesus had done just hours before in feeding the 5000+ didn't make the impact on the disciples that it should have made...because their hearts were hard.

A question for you....

Are you missing Jesus' work and miracles in your life because  
your heart is hard?

Are you calloused to what Jesus might be doing in your life? 

He is working and wants to do even more in and through you as you trust HIM!

 
Listen online to Phil's message
Important News
Sunday Subs and Board Games for High Schoolers

Sunday, July 17
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Bring your favorite board game (or a few). Suggested donation of $5 to cover costs for subs. Hosted by Groundwork for our high school students. If you have diet concerns contact Hannah Deaton.  

Pokemon Go Jr. High Ministry Event

Tuesday July 19th | 6:00 to 8:30 PM  
Location: Drop-off and Pick up at Los Altos Grace Brethren Church

If your child doesn't have a smart phone to play the game on please still encourage them to come!! Staff will have their phones available and we will play real-life games as well like frisbee! (; It will be super fun no matter what!

If you have any questions at all please don't hesitate to give Mariah a call or shoot me an email or text (:  Mariah Shope: [562]   916  6942
Getting new carpet?!?!

We have been receiving donations for new carpet for the last couple of years. We are close enough (we received a report that we are over $12K now!) that we have been pursuing quotes. Would you consider giving an over and above donation to get us over the top? 

Donate Online for New Carpet

Find out about all the proposed Renovations in the 2016 Renovation Report
Help For Sunday Coffee House

Each week, we need 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 contact: Coordinator Karen Salas  
Rossmoor Roommate Wanted

Haley and Amy are looking for a 20-30 year old Christian roommate 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  
Sister Church Celebrates 50th

Did you know our sister church -- Community Grace Brethren Church in Long Beach is celebrating their 50th anniversary this weekend!?!?!!!!!
What an achievement!

Find out more online 
Summer Day Camps for Kids
 
An outstanding Science and Technology Summer Day Camp held right on our church campus. This Christian day camp is open to students currently in first through sixth grade.

Find out the details online
Family Meeting Unity
 
We are delighted to announce that at our 2016 Family Meeting on Sunday June 26th all of the items on the ballot passed unanimously!  
  1. The Recognition of  Pat Griffith as an Elder 
  2. The Recognition of  Lee Wadsworth as an Elder 
  3. The Approved Budget for 2016-2017 
All the document links and introductory statements about what we covered in the meeting are on the Family Meeting 2016 Webpage
  Mission News
Matt Higby in Atlanta for Missionary Training

Our own Matt Higby has been in Atlanta with Encompass World Partners for several weeks already doing his last cross-cultural missionary training before he can leave for Japan.  Please be praying for Matt!  

He will need to raise some more financial support when he returns, so you can begin praying about how the Lord would lead you to join his support team! 
Patty Morris
Patty Morris Update from France
Cecil Shares Hosting Opportunity

Dear church family, in 2011 the devastating Fukushima, Japan triple disaster took thousands of lives and left even more homeless and displaced. There have been many ongoing efforts the last several years in helping the Fukushima community heal from this devastation. Part of the healing process has been opportunities for the youth share their story and experiences with the international community.

Shutaro Sugawara who is a CSULB international student who himself was effected by the disaster and has come to trust Christ as Savior through our Long Beach Japanese ministry. Shutaro has a passion for helping other young people heal as he has and will be helping host a one week visit to Long Beach for 10 Jr. High and High school aged boys and girls. We are looking for host families who are willing to partner with Shutaro by opening their hearts and home from August 6th ~ 12th. There will be 6 girls and 4 boys coming.

If this is something you feel God might be inviting you to do please call or text our missionary Cecil O'Dell at 562-221-5253 or email him   
Practical Ways to Fight Trafficking
 
You may have heard the staggering numbers of women and men trapped in modern day slavery around the world (20-30 million)! As someone concerned with Kingdom issues, your love for people and heart for justice probably stirs up a righteous indignation when confronted with such a horrible topic as human trafficking.      But what can you do in response?....
Samantha Salas about Japan Trip
 
We are delighted Sam home from her mission trip to Japan and she shared with our church family a couple  Sundays ago.  You can listen in to a recording of her report and request for us to pray for Japan online. 

The team has reported on their journey via a blog:   Read the blog online   
Katie Knox Featured on TableTalk

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