The Source. September 2018

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1 The Source September 2018

2 Inside The Source 40 Days of Prayer Page 9 Baptism Celebration Page 5 Bill s Black Book Page 3 Birthdays/Anniversaries Page 11 B-SiDE Youth Ministry Page 7 CHAMPs Children s Ministry Page 6 Fall Focus Information Page 4 Family Updates Page 11 Financial News Page 2 Grief Ministry Page 10 Growth Group Purpose Page 10 Monthly Calendar Page 12 Randolph s Random Reflections Page 4 Stewardship Corner Page 2 Trash 2 Treasure/HOPE Pantry News Page 8 Troop Support Page 10 Upcoming Sermon Titles Page 12 Women s Ministry Information Page 10 Women s Conference Information Page 8 Young At Heart Page 5 $$$ FBC Financial News $$$ Stewardship corner Reporting Period: 7/30/18-8/27/18 Total Contributions: $ 33, Total Expense: $ 32, Difference: $ 1, Checking Balance: $ 2, (08/27/18) Savings Balance: $ 12, (08/27/18) FBC is supported solely by the tithes and offerings of its members and regular attenders. Thank you for your continued faithfulness. 2

3 BILL s BLACK BOOK You can look at life a couple of ways. You can look at it as being futile and it s all just going to end in death; so you cling to life just dying to have a good one. OR You can look at life as temporary and inevitably it will end in death. However you look at it, you discover that to really live life, you have to die first. Literally we know that scenario as heaven. (Pain-free; disease-free; sin-free) But for right here and right now, I want to challenge you to consider what the Bible calls dying to self in order to experience the abundant life. In other words, you only really live when you understand God s perspective on this life. Romans 8 describes the ultimate lifestyle. It s like you re winding your way up I-5 towards the Oregon border. You re coming up to some incredible mountains, some incredible scenery. It s beautiful. That s what the book of Romans is like, like this mountain that you re going through. But those of you who have driven up that way know that all of a sudden in the midst of those mountains is this huge mountain that rises above all the others, Mount Shasta. It s not that the others aren t grand it s just that there s something about this one mountain that catches your attention. It almost takes your breath away when you come around the corner and you see it. Romans 8 is something like that. Romans 8 helps us to know how God can change our lives because He s a God that loves us and doesn t condemn us. This chapter has God s life-changing answers to four condemning statements that we ve probably all made about ourselves at one time or another. We feel God says We have I m no good No condemnation Liberty I m never going to change No domination Victory My life is falling apart No desperation Expectancy There is no future for me No separation Security Have you ever said to yourself I m no good because of something you ve done or something you ve not done. You just want to kick yourself. You say, I m just no good! Romans 8 has the answer. It reminds us that God has no condemnation for us. It reminds us that we can have liberty because of what Christ has done for us. What about a condemning statement like, I m never going to change. I ve prayed about it. I ve wanted to change this, wanted to change the way I do this or that or say that or think that but I m never going to change. Romans 8 says that because of God s grace we have no domination of sin in our lives any more. We can have victory. Then there is the feeling that all of us have had sometimes: My life is falling apart. I don t know if it s anything I ve done but lately the wheels are coming off. Who hasn t felt that way sometimes? Romans 8 has the answer. It reminds us that we have a life of no desperation. It reminds us that we can have expectancy in our life always. Then Romans 8 ends with the highest peak. Do you ever feel like, There s no future for me. Romans 8 ends by reminding us that we can live a life of no separation, no separation from God. We can live a life of security. Romans 8 goes from no condemnation to no separation. It s one of the most assuring chapters in the entire Bible. Take some time this month and read through this great passage. You will not regret it. Until Next Time, God Bless You! Pastor Bill 3

4 Earlier this year in July I reached 15 years on staff here at FBC. After a late April graduation from undergraduate college and returning to California in early May, my first day on staff was July 7, What you will see below are excerpts from my weekly journaling from the first four weeks I was back in California. All of these excerpts are related to what God was revealing to me about His ways. (Note: Several of the entries have portions that are directed towards God as You. ) 5/4/03 5/11/03 The Lord s way is to keep those who trust in Him safe. 5/11/03 5/18/03 God s way is to shape and form each of us uniquely. We are all children of His, but are formed uniquely. You have prepared good works in advance for us which we are shaped and being shaped for. Your way is to not allow any of us to be self-sufficient. We not only need You, but we need Your church as well. You have created us as Your church. Your way is to accomplish Your purposes through the church. You use people who are working together because we all have a call to be ministers. We become a part [of] and co-owners of Your mission. 5/18/03 5/25/03 The Lord s way is to make examples of His grace and mercy. Paul/Saul himself realizes himself (in 1 Timothy 1) to be a display of Jesus unlimited patience as an example for those who would believe on him and receive eternal life. The Lord s way is to show His mighty love, power, and grace in people as He changes their lives. These changed lives are wonderful testimonies of God s power and tools of encouragement and/or object lessons for fellow and future believers. 5/25/03 6/1/03 The Lord s way is to mold us over time. He does have the power to and at times gives us immediate release from sin that is evident to all. However, the Lord s way is for us to take up our cross daily and to be transformed into His likeness day by day. The Lord accomplishes His purposes in our lives through all we go through including, maybe even especially (see 2 Cor. 1:3-6; James 1:29), the trials and sufferings. God s work in our life is progressive and continual (although our actions can sometimes thwart/delay the process). It is our hope and prayer that among the other amazing things God does as we engage with the 40 Days of Prayer, that we will also come to a fuller understanding of His ways. 4

5 Please join us Wednesday September 11:30 am Invite a friend Bring a main dish, side dish or a salad to share. It s important that you bring a dish to share to make sure there is enough for all. Drinks & Dessert Provided Be sure to join us for fun, food & games! Please RSVP to: Diane Armbruster 909) Megan Brown Betty Beil Steve Rooze August 26,

6 We Are Changing Up Wednesday Nights! ZIP For Kids! FBC s new Wednesday night program for kids ages 4 thru Sixth Grade Session 1 begins : September 26th and runs thru December 12th 6:00pm-7:30pm Cost: $50/student (that s just $5/week per student) Large Group Setting: Music, Games, Bible Story, More Games, Energizers, Huddle Ups, Fun, Fun & More Fun! Get the Point: Kids will learn that God has a plan for their lives Contact Judy Rooze for info: (909) or jrooze@fbcfamily.net 9/2 JESUS TRIUMPHAL ENTRY 9/9 PRAYER IS TALKING TO GOD 9/16 PRAYER IS HAVING A RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD 9/23 PRAIER IS PRAISING & THANKING GOD 9/30 PRAYER IS ASKING GOD TO HELP MYSELF & OTHERS 6

7 B-SiDE Youth Group B-SiDE Tuesday 6:30-8PM Small Groups Sunday 9:30 11AM 7th 12th Grade Students B-SiDE Sunday Mornings ~ 9:30 40 Days of Prayer student edition will take our youth on an exploration into having a more powerful prayer life. We will attend 3 of the Celebration Services led by Pastor Bill during this study. September 9 September 16 September 23 September 30 October 7 October 14 October 21 Go to Celebration Service Prayer is an Opportunity Prayer is a Weapon Prayer is a Refuge Prayer is a Lifestyle Go to Celebration Service Go to Celebration Service September 2018 B-SiDE Tuesday Night 7th-12th Grade Tues., Sept. 4th: 6:30-8PM Lesson Night Tues., Sept. 11th: 6:30-8PM Patriot Day (wear red, & blue) Lesson Night Tues., Sept. 18th: 6:30-8:30PM Notice Expanded time. Movie run time is 105 minutes Pizza Night ($ 3 to help with pizza cost) Tues., Sept. 25th: 6:30-8PM Lesson Night Talking About Suicide Since school began, there have been 4 suicides here in Rancho Cucamonga. A 10 year old boy and 3 high school students that attended different high schools. Please pray for families and students as they move forward from these tragedies. Suicide Prevention Presentation Wednesday, September 19th 6:00-7:00 p.m. Chaffey joint Union High School ~~ Hill Auditorium 211 W. 5th Street Ontario, CA There is no single cause to suicide. It most often occurs when stressors exceed current coping abilities of someone suffering from a mental health condition. 7

8 Saturday September 8, 2018 Registration: 8:00 am Conference: 8:30 am - 1:00 pm Conference includes: Worship Break Out Sessions Guest Speaker Tribute to Linda Williams Lunch Conference Cost: $20/person Registration Begins August 5th Visit the Community Center to register Pantry List The pantry is in need of your help. Here are some items that we need to have in stock at all times. Packaged Dinners Hot Cereal Fruit Rice or Dried Beans Chili Canned meats - tuna/chicken Jelly Soup-Canned or Packaged Peanut Butter Macaroni & Cheese Vegetables Spaghetti or other pasta Deodorant Disposable Razors Bar Soap Toothbrush/Toothpaste Jell - O Liquid Soap Refried Beans Shampoo/Crème Rinse Spaghetti Sauce Feminine Hygiene Products Shaving Cream HOPE Pantry September 1st 7:00 am September 15th 7:00 am 8

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10 Heart to Heart Women s Ministry Upcoming Events God never intended for his followers to live the Christian life separated from the rest of the body of Christ. The church must provide an environment where people can share the real stuff of life and find support, encouragement, honesty, openness, grace, and biblical trust. The most effective way to do this is through small groups. Principle 1: Every Christian needs a spiritual family. Principle 2: Every Christian needs a laboratory for life. Women s Bible Study FBC Please contact Judy Rooze for more info. Women s Yoga Class THURS Evenings 5:30 pm Women s Team Meeting October 13th 10:00 am Women s Conference - September 8th 8:30 am - 1 FBC Principle 3: Staying in your building limits your growth. See Details on Page 8 If you or someone you know are struggling with grief, the Grief Support Ministry can offer practical, biblical tools to help you. Check out the Community Center for information gathered to assist you. If you would like assistance, please contact me at ( ). Thanks, Kathy Amie-Farmer Support & Prayer for Our Troops! ARMY SGT. WESLEY SCHUBERT - MARTHA & JIM TYREE S NEPHEW IF YOU HAVE A LOVED ONE WHO IS SERVING IN THE MILITARY IN ANY CAPACITY, PLEASE LET US KNOW SO THAT FBC CAN KEEP THEM LIFTED IN PRAYER. THANKS! 10

11 Renee Valenzuela Colin Boen Anona Conwell Bob Phillips Issac Rosales Issabella Rosales Dianna Boyer Viola Ransom Anna Rodriguez Kevin Wenning Tony Perez Cole Bietsch Carol Howard Devon Sanabria Robert Worth Robert Davis Mekala Ross Shane Ross Kaylie Nakamura Lana Rollman Rebecca Davidson Issac Valenzuela 1st 2nd 3rd 5th 5th 5th 7th 8th 10th 10th 12th 15th 16th 16th 16th 19th 22nd 24th 26th 26th 27th 30th Rene & Diane Castro 1st Dave & Debbie Faler 3rd To the Family of Ruth McCollum who passed away on August 18th Directory Updates: Betty Beil Amethyst Ave., Apt Alta Loma, CA bettybeil354@gmail.com James Cox Santa Cruz Dr., Rancho Cucamonga, CA Selma Cox Archibald Ave., Sp. 94, Alta Loma, CA selmacox@live.com Cristina Ortiz - cristinalovesjesus1940@gmail.com Crystal Alarcon - crystalalarcon418@gmail.com 11

12 First Baptist Church of Rancho Cucamonga 7450 Archibald Avenue Rancho Cucamonga, CA (909) Visit: Log on using: Username: fbcrc Password: sermons FBCRC Calendar Message Titles SUNDAYS 9/2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - Celebration Services: 9:30am /11:00 am 9/2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - Library open between Services 9/30 - Blood Pressure Check After Each Service Mondays - Saturdays 9/3 - Office Closed For Holiday 9/1 & 9/15 - HOPE FBC: 7:00 am 9/4, 11, 18, 25 - WM Bible Study: 6:30 pm 9/4, 11, 18,25 - B-SiDE Youth: 6:30 pm 9/6, 13, 20, 27 - Women s Yoga Class: 5:30 pm 9/8 - WM Conference: 8:30 am - 1:00 pm 9/9-40 Days of Prayer Study Begins 9/12 - Young At Heart Senior Lunch: 11:30 am 9/26 - ZIP For Kids: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm September 9th: September 16th: September 23rd: Growth 101 Prayer 101 For more information please The Community Center or log on to Prayer: Who Are You Talking To? September 30th: Prayer: In Five Dimensions 12