Easter 2018: A Place At The Table
Throughout human history, God has met His people in a unique way at the table. Whether announcing the arrival of a long awaited son, providing manna in the desert, miraculously producing the best wine at the end of a celebration, or simply cooking a breakfast of fish on the beach, God has always had something profound to say over a meal. For followers of Christ the table is a symbol of community, celebration, remembrance and provision that we simply must not overlook.
This year as we approach our celebration of Easter, we will be reflecting on God’s grace in inviting each of us to a unique place at the table, His sacrificial provision there of all that we need, and His encouragement that we share what He has provided with others as we invite them to find their place at the table as well.
As an expression of this theme (both artistically and practically), we have already begun work on crafting an actual table. Our intention is to use this table as both a symbol of our individual “place” at the table as well as a practical invitation for community. Starting next week, our completed table will be on display and made available for YOUR participation. We are encouraging individuals, friends, families to reserve the table to share a meal together. As part of that meal time, there will be opportunity to actually carve into the table a word or symbol that describes your own faith walk. We will also be creating opportunities for people with less connection to our church to be included among our family. EVERYONE is invited to participate over the next month and we hope you will choose to make your presence known.
Sign up to host a table dinner.
Reserve your spot at an “open table."
For more information email Sheri Moody.
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EASTER 2018 SERVICES
Good Friday Worship Service, March 30, 7:00pm, Worship Center
Easter Sunday Services 8:30am / 10:00am / 11:30am
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Congregational Meeting
March 4, 3:00pm, Commons
Our next congregational family meeting will be this Sunday, March 4, at 3:00pm in the Commons. You will have the opportunity to hear from the prospective Elders who have been nominated for next year’s board as well as hear how the nominating and affirmation processes happen. We also have a few new staff members that we’d like for you to meet. Childcare will be offered for children birth through 5 years old. If you’d like to reserve a spot for your child(ren), please contact Madeline Cook by Friday, March 2.
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Blended Family Class
March 18, 10am - 12pm, in Room NC135
Is your dream of a loving blended family fading away? Blended Family Blueprint is a free event that delivers practical plans for building a happy blended family! Childcare is provided on main campus. Register here.
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Prayer Walk Our Local Junior High Schools
March 17, 9:00am
Last month we had over 100 people of all ages show up between eight high schools to lift up students, teachers, faculty and administration in prayer. On Saturday, March 17, Connections Ministry and Junior High Ministry will be doing another prayer walk! What better way to connect as a church family than to pray for the younger generations. The junior high students are also facing a daily battle to follow Jesus and live out their faith, and they need us to pray. We invite you to join us at 9:00am at the junior high that you attend, where your kids go, where your grandkids go, where your neighborhood feeds into, where you work or any other connection you may have to the following schools: Brea Junior High, Parks, Beechwood, Ladera Vista, and homeschool families will meet in the Junior High Room on North Campus at EvFree. Come to any of the places listed above and there will be a junior high family to greet you. Meet us at the main front entrance of the school, and look for a balloon! We'll be ready with donuts, prayer suggestions, and others to pray with you. If you have any questions, please contact Kelsey Crowe. See you there!
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Celebrate Easter With An International Student!
Open your heart and home to a student from a different culture.What a perfect day to share a meal and tell about the true meaning of Easter. Click here to sign up or contact Sonya Baffa at the church office for more information.
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Library Used Book Sale
The Library is hosting a Used Book Sale March 11-18. You are welcome to take as many books as you'd like in exchange for any size donation, which helps the Library purchase new materials. If you would like to donate materials for the book sale, we have had a request for Children's books and movies to be used for mission outreach in Indonesia.
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Men’s Steak Fry
Join us for our Men's Steak Fry on Saturday, March 10, 2018 at 5:00pm on the Common's Plaza. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased online here or this Sunday on the plaza at the Men's Ministry table. For questions, email Becca Stavert.
Peer Counseling Training
Beginning this Sunday, March 4, 2018, the Peer Counseling Training Program will meet every Sunday morning, 11:15am – 12:30pm (Not meeting on Easter or Mother’s Day) in the Chapel. Each lecture is different, self-contained and open to the public, whether you are in the training program or not. This week, Dave Carder will facilitate a Q & A session about the Peer Counseling Program. If you have any questions, please contact Cheri Ross at 714-257-4330, email Cheri or visit here to learn more.
Living Grace Support Group
Saturdays through May 26, 10:30am-12:00pm, NC120. You are invited to join us for the next 16-week session of Living Grace, a faith-based curriculum which encourages, relieves suffering and gives hope. This group is for anyone living with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or post-traumatic stress disorder. Our lessons cover topics such as Identity, Whole-Health Renewal, and It’s Not Your Fault. You may join at any time. Please call 714-529-5544 x617 for more information.
Good Samaritan Center
Do you have gently used clothing that you would like to donate to someone in need? The Good Samaritan Center is always looking for clothing to help those in our community. Especially needed is men's casual or work clothes for men, size large, extra large, and larger. You may leave your donation at the Good Samaritan Center (NC 100) throughout the week.
EvFree App
Download our app for iPhone and Android devices to find out more information about our church, find ways to get connected, sign-up for events, and explore new ways to give and serve.
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New! Chew With The Crew
March 11, 12:30 - 1:15pm, Commons. New to EvFree? You are invited to meet our pastors and ministry directors and share a FREE lunch with friendly table hosts who are happy to answer your questions about EvFree. No need to RSVP, just come and have a bite with us! We look forward to meeting you.
Missions This Summer
Do you love to serve God by serving others? Our short-term team that is going to Belgium is preparing to serve the Church in Brussels. This is the perfect short-term trip for your first missions experience. The team will be doing some light construction, a VBS, and other projects to help the churches in Brussels reach out to their community. Visit here if you would like to apply or find out more about any of our trips planned for this summer.
OnRamp
Meets every Sunday, 11:30am in C212, above The Well. Are you looking for a way to get connected or learn more about EvFree Fullerton? OnRamp may be for you! This six-session-long class is being offered on an ongoing basis to allow you to jump in at any point and is designed to answer the “Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How” of EvFree. For more info and questions, email John Schaefer or Becca Stavert.
Ears to Hear
For Ears to Hear we are currently doing a weekday series in Exodus and Proverbs on the weekends. Join us! Sign up here to receive the daily Ears to Hear email.
OC United
OC United was founded on the core beliefs that ANYONE could make a difference. We're a family of missionaries who believe that communities are made better when we're united on the front lines with compassion for the vulnerable. Join OC United, be a part of the movement. Visit ocunited.org to learn more.
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Budget—Year to Date
Budget: $6,597,586
Received: $5,409,840
Surplus or (deficit): ($1,187,746)
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Actual—Year to Date
Actual Income: $5,409,840
Actual Expense: $5,168,491
Positive Cash Flow: $241,349
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And my God will supply all your needs according
to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:19
Numbers are based on an annual budget of $7.75 million dollars.
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