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WHAT'S HAPPENING AT EvFREE – MAY 10, 2018

FEATURE

A Special Ministry, A Special Lady

In 1992, our church broke ground on a new arena of ministry specifically geared toward reaching and supporting our friends and families with special needs. This new ministry was led by our very own Connie Hutchinson, who through her own journey as a parent with a special needs child, developed a deep passion and vision to team with and support families in the same situation, providing a safe place for their kids to learn about Jesus and an opportunity for them to get connected into the larger church family.

This vision continued to expand in 2001 when Connie rallied our church around Royal Family Kids Camp–a camp designed to give foster kids, ages 6-12, a week of positive memories and royal treatment in a Christian camp environment. This passion grew into a vital ministry of our church and blossomed into many more events and initiatives specifically geared to caring for foster kids in our community with the love of Christ. It goes without saying that we LOVE Connie and are SO grateful for her willingness to trust the Lord in leading this ministry over the past 25 years!

A few months ago, Connie let me know that although her passion and love for this ministry has not slowed down, her stage of life, desire to have more time to be a grandma, and time spent in prayer with Mike, has led her to decide to retire from her role in June 2018. We are sad to lose Connie in this role but are deeply thankful for all she has poured into this ministry over the years. We are also thrilled to announce that we have hired two people who Connie has personally invested in. Alise Ramseyer, who has been Connie’s associate for the past few years, will continue to breathe life and passion into the Special Needs ministry and Becca Stavert, who also has worked for Connie in the past and is currently a ministry assistant on our church staff, will oversee our Foster Care Ministry.

In an effort to give glory to God for the work that He has done in and through Connie Hutchinson at EvFree, we would love to invite you to join us for a “Celebration of Connie” on Sunday, May 20th from 4:00-5:00pm in the Commons. Join us as we thank Connie, get to hear from some dear friends and family, and enjoy a light dessert in her honor. 



Scott Belon, Heritage Ministries Pastor

CAMPUS UPDATE

A & B Building Renovations Begin

This week we began work on the remodeling of the exteriors of the A & B buildings. Scaffolding will be up along the exterior perimeters of the buildings for a few weeks as we work on the banding between the floors and along the roof line. These will be updated to match the other buildings on campus. The remodel will include refreshed doors, new windows, stucco siding, new bathrooms, updated handrails, and repairs to decking around the building. We are hoping for a four month construction timeline with the goal of being finished by September 1. Thank you for your patience during this process.

MISSIONS MOMENT

Loving Ukraine

Lee and Katie Humerian are finishing their first year in Ukraine doing EXIT Tour Concerts at public high schools in Ukraine. The purpose of each concert is to encourage the students to make a connection to a local church in the area. Pray for students to continue to become incorporated into church life and accept the truth of the gospel message.

Lee and Katie are expecting their first child at the end of May and will be leaving for Poland to have the baby soon. Please pray for a healthy baby and safe delivery.



Katie & Lee Humerian

UPCOMING EVENTS

Women's Summer Series

Join Women's Ministries for a new series! This summer we're IN IT TOGETHER: Discipling through Community, featuring video teaching from the IF:Gathering as well as small group discussion. May 30-June 27, Wednesdays 7:00-8:30pm in the Commons. No homework, no cost. Register online or on the Plaza starting May 13.

Food Truck Fridays

In the Scriptures, people often got to know Jesus best when they shared a meal with him. As we follow Jesus, we too want to be able to sit down with folks over a meal and model Jesus. To create some opportunities, beginning in May we'll be hosting food trucks in the Chapel parking lot every Friday night throughout the summer! What better way to get to know our neighbors than sharing a delicious meal with them on our campus. Food options range from burgers and tacos to dumplings and even crepes. Seating and games for the family will be included and also The Well will be open for your post-dinner coffee. Check out the food truck line-up or for questions email Mitch Fierro. We can't wait to see you there!

EvFree Kids Baptism Registration and Class

Sunday, May 20, 11:30am in the Family Room


If your child is interested in being baptized, please sign up here to attend the baptism class with them. This class (designed for 1st grade and older) will help them learn more about this important step in their spiritual journey. Our next baptism services will be held on the following Sunday, May 27.

SERVING OPPORTUNITY

EvFree Kids NEEDS YOU!

EvFree Kids needs you to jump in! As our Kids prepare to move up on June 3 we will need roughly 50 people to join the team, serving in a variety of ways to help create an environment where our children will feel safe, loved, known and will learn what walking with Christ is all about. Come see us in the Family Room on Sunday mornings for more information about serving in Kids Ministry, or complete the EvFree Kids Volunteer Information form.

QUICK LINKS

International Students Ministry
The International Student Ministry is looking for teams of people who would be able to pick up used furniture once a month prior to and during our Furniture Giveaway in the fall. If you would like to serve in this way please email missions@evfreefullerton.com.

Jump Up Sunday
June 3 is Jump Up Sunday; all current 4th/5th graders will move up to FSM (5th/6th Ministry.)
Starting Sunday, June 3, FSM will meet at 11:30am only. Questions? cassie.koepf@evfreefullerton.com

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.

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.
Celebration of Connie Hutchinson
Come celebrate Connie on Sunday, May 20 from 4:00-5:00pm in the Commons as she prepares to retire from her role as the Special Needs Director. Join us as we thank Connie, get to hear from some dear friends and family, and enjoy a light dessert in her honor. 

For the Sake of the Children
Josh McDowell provided a clear look at the state of our culture as well as some practical steps to protect our children from the Porn Epidemic. Watch the video from the May 1 event.

EvFree Staff Opportunities
We are hiring! If you are interested in working at EvFree Fullerton click here to see our current list of open positions. 

Good Samaritan Needs
The Food Pantry offers food bags to people in need. We can use boxes of crackers, hamburger helper, oatmeal packets, mac & cheese, mashed or scalloped potatoes. You may leave your food donation in any of the gray bins placed around campus on Sunday mornings or at the Good Samaritan Center (NC 100) during the week.

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

More than half of foster parents give up within their first year because of the overwhelming challenge and strain on their marriage. We have an opportunity to serve families in our own community with resources, community, and training. Join us in providing child care, meals, sensory fidgets, learning more about trauma-informed practices, and influence your ministry or educational environment with trust-based relationship tools.

Contact: info@ocunited.org  Website: ocunited.org 
FB/IG/Tw: @ocunitednpo

GENEROSITY

Budget—Year to Date
Budget: $127,500
Received: $122,517
Surplus or (deficit): ($4,983)

Actual—Year to Date
Actual Income: $122,517
Actual Expense: $44,181
Positive Cash Flow: $78,336

We continue to rejoice at God’s blessings and provisions.
 Numbers are based on an annual budget of $7 million dollars.
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