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Ready, Set—Invite!
Very few people will come to the foot of the cross without someone holding their hand. It might be a parent, a trusted friend, a Sunday school teacher, an evangelist’s challenge—but in general, we are invited and led there by someone.
Likewise, very few people will attend a church on their own. Instead, a family member, coworker, fellow student or neighbor usually issues an invitation and often literally brings that person to church.
Why do we bring people—to the foot of the cross, or to the campus of the church? Because of love. Love for Jesus, love for others, a desire that “none shall perish.” And we’re smart enough to understand that for most people it’s a process...it may be a series of invitations that ultimately leads to someone meeting Jesus for themselves.
So as a church family, we want to make it as accessible and inviting as possible for people to enter into our community. Sunday mornings, weekday ministries, Love our Cities outreach days—there are lots of doors through which to come, and here are some “bringer” events on the horizon for us to do just that kind of inviting...
Click here to read all about the upcoming summer events.
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Stories from the Street: A Second Chance for Ray
I serve as a leader for the mobile laundry-shower ministry for our homeless neighbors called “Scent of Water.” A group of volunteers from EvFree and In the Vine Church provide these services twice a month in downtown Fullerton. Our homeless friends come to have their laundry done and get a warm shower. Our volunteers serve lunch and provide donated items and referrals to community resources to help our guests improve their lives.
The most important part of our ministry is getting to know each of our homeless friends individually. During the afternoon, we hang out together and have long conversations. We show them that they are loved and valued; we treat them with respect and dignity. Over time we develop real relationships with these friends.
A few months ago Ray came to our ministry for the first time. Ray is a likeable, easy-going guy and we got to know him quickly. Ray is a big rig truck driver with years of experience, but he was unemployed for over two years and his Class A license had expired. Ray was living in his RV and feeling pretty discouraged.
Ray’s dream was to renew his Class A license and have steady work as a truck driver. To do that, he would need to pass written exams and a driving exam. Ray couldn’t afford the testing fees or the cost to rent a truck for the exam. I told Ray I would try to help him achieve his goal, and I asked Jay Williams to help us find a solution...
Click here to read how the Lord provided for Ray in the rest of this amazing story, from Marsha Grim.
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Click here or on the link below to read other stories or to submit your own. We want to hear how God is working in your life.
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Congregational Meeting
Sunday, June 12, 3:30pm, Worship Center
EvFree Family,
We are excited to begin the adventure of looking for our next senior pastor. To help keep you informed, we will have a congregational meeting on Sunday, June 12, at 3:30pm.
At this meeting you will:
- Get to meet two candidates from the congregation who are being proposed to serve on the pulpit committee with the elected elders. The committee’s role is to present a senior pastor candidate to the congregation. These candidates will also serve on the committee that does much of the pastoral search work. (Members will give a vote of affirmation for these two candidates during all services on Sunday, June 19.)
- Learn about the search process.
- Hear an update on our staff and get to know some of them.
One of our goals as elders is to improve our communication with you. Congregational meetings are a great way to keep everyone up to speed. We hope to see you there.
In His service,
Fred Ouderkerken
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Volunteers Needed for VBS: Adventure Week
July 11–15
Interested in making an impact on a child’s life during Adventure Week? Then we invite you to join the crew and come serve with us as we explore Foreverland and discover more about the power of God's restoration. Sign up here to be part of the team!
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Jump Up! Promotion Sunday
Sunday, June 5
With the school year coming to a close, it is time for EvFree Kids to “jump up” to the next grade. On June 5, we will promote all of our students and kids on campus. 8th graders become freshman in High School, 6th graders head over to Junior High as 7th graders, 4th graders get to go to the 5th/6th room, Kindergartners leave the “B” building and move to the D-Amp, and so on.
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Women’s Summer Study—ALL IN
Wednesdays, June 1–29, 7:00–8:30pm, Commons
This summer, we are inviting the women of the church (and their neighbors, friends, coworkers) to go ALL IN with Jesus. For five nights in June, we'll explore what that looks like. No cost. No homework. No kidding. Register here (not because there is a cost, but so we can plan for you and welcome you with a name tag!).
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