From the lectionary, Psalm 111

Praise the Lord!

I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart,

   in the company of the upright, in the congregation.

Great are the works of the Lord,

   studied by all who delight in them.

Full of honour and majesty is his work,

   and his righteousness endures for ever.

He has gained renown by his wonderful deeds;

   the Lord is gracious and merciful.

He provides food for those who fear him;

   he is ever mindful of his covenant.

He has shown his people the power of his works,

   in giving them the heritage of the nations.

The works of his hands are faithful and just;

   all his precepts are trustworthy.

They are established for ever and ever,

   to be performed with faithfulness and uprightness.

He sent redemption to his people;

   he has commanded his covenant for ever.

   Holy and awesome is his name.

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom;

   all those who practise it have a good understanding.

Our Region has moved forward into an exciting new area of ministry. XPLOR, sponsored by the National Benevolent Association, partners young adults from around the country with Disciples congregations and ministries, and the communities these congregations serve. These young adults, congregations and community service groups come together in challenging and nurturing relations that bring faith, daily life and community together in new ways.  XPLOR's leadership, which includes Ben Bohren, launched three sites in 2014-15. Four additional XPLOR sites will open in 2015-16, and, thanks to a generous and visionary grant from the congregation of First Christian Church San Lorenzo, our own region will be one of them!

Our CCNC-N (Golden Gate Area) Team members are Doral Main, Clarence Johnson, Kyung Min Daniel Lee, Marty Williams, Toni Bynum, Lanie Brandt, Don Stump, Sandhya Jha, Gerry Brague, David Sanderson, and Nancy McKee-Jolda.   The four CCNC-N churches serving as host congregations for the young adults are Forest Hill Christian, Mills Grove, Lafayette Christian and Walking Faith.

In their worship services Sunday, February 1, these people and congregations will consecrate themselves to serve XPLOR ministry, pledging themselves to work, prayer and commitment "with the help of God."  We of CCNC-N's  Golden Gate Area Team ask each congregation in our region to include us in your prayers during Feb 1 worship.  As we, with you, put our hearts, minds and spirits together, we will be standing on the strongest foundation for all this ministry will require of us.  In the grace of God, we of the GGA Team thank you. Learn More

Program Costs (includes Friday night dinner and three meals on Saturday)

Adult:	$135
Youth:	$80 (Middle and High School ages)
Children:	$40 (ages 5-10)

(Overnight accommodations will be the responsibility of the attendee.)

Your planning team is hard at work to make this Gathering one to remember.  Stay tuned for more information about speakers, accommodations, workshops, youth and children's programming and more!  We can't wait to see you in Sacramento on April 24/25! Learn More

Women's Action Web is February 4-8th, we ask the you keep our Leaders and the Women who are on this journey in your prayers this next week. This is going to be a full week of education  discernment, at times deeply emotional,  and learning ways we can be of service right here in our own back yards.
Blessing to you all,
Renae Earl Leader Development /Facilitator Elect CCNC-N Women's Ministries.
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The region is excepting applications for the Regional Youth Council for 2015/2016.  If interested please fill out the application form, which includes finding three recommendations and answers to many questions.  Being on the RYC can be a challenge, but also can be rewarding.  You meet new friends for life, you help plan and implement youth events and we might have some fun doing it.  If you have questions concerning the guidelines or the application, please email me at cccrafting@comcast.net. Apply Here. 

The First Christian Church, Concord is currently receiving resumes for the newly created position of Director of Senior Adult Ministry.  This person will be tasked with developing a comprehensive ministry emphasizing outreach, discipleship and fellowship that keeps our seniors connected with God, our church community, and the world.  
We are looking for a passionate leader who understands senior adults (60+) and communicates well with all ages.  This is a part time position of approximately 10 hours per week.  
For more information, please see the entire position description along with our vision of a Senior Adult Ministry on our church website at www.concordfcc.net/ministries/senior.html
To apply, email resume and cover letter to our Senior Minister, Rev. Dr. Russ Peterman (russ@concordfcc.net), by Friday, February 20, 2015.

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