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EAGLE ROCK BAPTIST CHURCH
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HOLLYWOOD'S HIGHEST PAID HYPOCRITE?
Angus T. Jones of CBS's Two and a Half Men, sent shockwaves through the entertainment world this week when he denounced his own show and urged viewers to "Please stop watching it and filling your head with filth."
In a recent interview, Jones said that, although he's been playing the character Jake Harper for the past 9 seasons, his new-found faith in God has caused him to rethink the work that he does and has left him feeling like a hypocrite --an extremely well-paid hypocrite.
The reactions to what Jones has said have been mixed. Some are accusing him of being ungrateful and biting the hand that feeds him. Others are applauding his bravery for having the courage of his convictions and speaking out publicly about his faith, even though what he's said may cost him his career as an actor.
I have never met Angus T. Jones, and so I have nothing to go on beyond what he's said about his relationship with God. Something I do know from scripture and from experience is that one mark of a growing relationship with Jesus Christ is that, as you continue to walk Him, He will open your eyes to things in your life that you may not have regarded as sin in that past, yet you clearly see as being sin now.
The longer we walk with God, the more we'll be amazed at His holiness and our sinfulness. The result of that amazement should be an attitude of humility. This weekend, we'll take a closer look at what that humility is all about as we continue our series "Answering the Call" and see what it means to "Walk Humbly With Our God."
Embracing the journey,
Pastor Rick
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 WOMEN'S CHRISTMAS TEA
Our annual Women's Christmas Tea is an opportunity for women of all ages to come together and celebrate the gift of Jesus. We'll enjoy festive food and a special message from our featured speaker, Kim Nieto. Tickets are $10 per person, or you may invite your friends and purchase a table of 6 for $60 or a table of 8 for $80. Contact Wendy Jensen: jensenlcf@gmail.com.
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 SENIORS WRAPPING PARTY
Seniors, join Eagle's Wings as we celebrate the holiday season by donating and wrapping gifts for poor children living in the inner city. It's happening Wednesday, December 12, 2-3:30PM. Bring a new toy for a child (1-13 years old) and wrap it at the party (gift wrap provided). Enjoy dessert, coffee, cider and eggnog. Contact Hortensia: hortensia@eaglerockbaptist.com .
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 CHRISTMAS CAROLS & COOKIES
Join us for a sweet, silly, special evening of holiday fun for the whole family. Don't miss out on the cookie-baking contest, the ugliest Christmas sweater contest and lots more. This free event is for the whole family. It's all happening Friday, December 14, 7-8:15PM in Fellowship Hall. For more information, contact Becky Bibelheimer: becky@eaglerockbaptist.com.
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 FEED THE 500 OUTREACH
ERBC Young Adults invite everyone to join us as we reach out to feed the homeless at the Union Rescue Mission. We'll meet for worship at ERBC at the 9AM service on December 16 and then carpool to downtown LA where we'll serve 500 people, from 11AM-3PM. Complete a volunteer application to serve (click here). Contact Jennifer Elrod: jennifer@eaglerockbaptist.com
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 YOUTH CHRISTMAS PARTY
ERBC Youth are invited to our Christmas Party (and last Greenhouse & dinner until the new year), Sunday, December 16, 6-8:30PM. Wear your ugliest Christmas sweater, bring a "white elephant" gift, and invite a friend (and get a prize!). We'll have dinner, cookie decorating and games. Contact Andrew White: andrew@eaglerockbaptist.com.
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 SENIORS CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON
ERBC Seniors are invited to join Eagles Wings for Christmas Lunch at the Mandls, Wednesday, December 19, 11:30AM-2PM. For more information, please contact Hortensia Aguilar: 323-255-4611 or email: hortensia@eaglerockbaptist.com.
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 CHRISTMAS WEEKEND AT ERBC
Worship with us Christmas Weekend! We will be holding worship services at our usual times the weekend before Christmas: Saturday, December 22 at 5:30PM and Sunday, December 23 at 9AM and 11AM. We look forward to worshiping with you!
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 CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE
Get all your shopping done early, because you won't want to miss this special opportunity to worship with your church family on Christmas Eve. Join us at 6PM in the Worship Center for a time of special music, worship and celebration of the birth of our Savior. Everyone is welcome!
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| ANSWERING THE CALL
ERBC's special offering "Answering The Call" has begun! Click this video to hear Pastor Rick share about some of the things that your giving can help us accomplish in the year ahead.
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