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This past Sunday we introduced our Christmas project for 2025. In the past, we filled shoe boxes and donated them to Operation Christmas Child. Last year, we were able to sponsor several young men in the foster care system. Both of these are wonderful ministry opportunities, so why choose a new project this year? This is a good question.
13 months ago, we launched our YouthLink ministry. Nine youth showed up the first night. Since then, 34 different youth have taken part in this ministry. Of this 34, 17 have a relationship with LifeLink other than YouthLink. The other 17 come from unchurched homes.
Our fellowship draws from surrounding communities featuring eight different high schools: Grants Pass; New Bridge; Gladiola, New Hope; North Valley; Hidden Valley; Illinois Valley; Rogue River. These eight schools have a combined enrollment of 3,357, which is larger than the population of the town in which I grew up. What a mission field!
With a mission field this size right in our own back yard, consider the following which I gleaned from a Barna research report. “The majority of Americans who identify as Christians report becoming Christians at a young age, often before the age of 18.” In fact, 83% of American Christians claim they first trusted in Christ as their Lord and Savior between the ages of 4 and 14.
A well-run summer Bible Camp is one of the most effective discipleship tools ever designed. It is a five-night, six-day adventure combining worship, games, Bible lessons, crazy activities gospel presentations, outstanding food, swimming, and deep fellowship. Unfortunately, in a day of run-away inflation, Christian camps are struggling. A week of camp can cost $1,000 and more, and common folks cannot afford it.
God led us to a beautiful Christian Camp in the Illinois Valley. We previewed it and became excited with the possibilities. We can provide a full week of camp, including a t-shirt, for $260. For many parents, especially those with multiple youth, this cost is still prohibitive. So, I come to you asking if you would prayerfully consider partnering with us to reach our backyard mission field for Christ by helping provide a week of Bible camp for teens as a Christmas gift from the LifeLink family.
You will find camp shares hanging on the small Christmas tree in the lobby. Take one, check the appropriate box ($260, $130, $65, other) and return in an envelope with your contribution. We will continue to collect donations until the Sunday before Christmas. I appreciate your willing and generous spirit. Thank you.
The ladies of LifeLink are gathering for a potluck lunch this Saturday, October 18th, at 11:30, in the multi-purpose room. Come enjoy amazing food and even better fellowship with your sisters in Christ!
One day later, October 19th, we are celebrating new life in Christ with a baptismal service. Six youth will be publicly professing their faith in Christ. Are you wanting to do the same? It is not too late to include you. Give me a call (480-888-5991) and let’s talk.
Our Fall Harvest Festival is coming up just one week from this Saturday, October 25th, from 3:00pm to 6:00pm. It is not too late to help. We can use two more people to decorate their trunks for our Trunks with Treats. We need others to serve food in the food court or help with games and activities. We are expecting a crowd of 300+, so we can use all the candy you can donate. Please stop by the sign-up sheet in the lobby and drop some candy in the box. Come help us love our community into a life of faith in Christ! And thank you!!
Saturday, November 1st, is the date of our annual Capture the Vision dinner. A three-course dinner will be served for everyone 5th grade and older. Children 4th grade and younger will enjoy pizza and an age-appropriate movie with supervision. Following dinner, we will enjoy some worship, an overview of this past year, and a clear vision for the coming year. $4.00/person, maximum $12/family.
On Sunday, November 2nd, something very exciting is happening in our KidzLink ministry. Due to continued growth, we are adding a new department to help us train our students in the best environment possible. Our Early Childhood group will remain in the first classroom we remodeled. Our Primary class for students K-2nd grade, will meet in the most recently remodeled room. Our Elementary aged students, 3rd-6th grades, will gather in the multipurpose room.
Here is how each of us can help. Consider serving in our KidzLink ministry. It is exciting and rewarding. Consider volunteering to help transition the multipurpose room from a classroom to a dining room. This will be necessary every Sunday morning. Finally, be considerate. Should you arrive at the multipurpose room with food before it has been converted into a dining room, patiently offer to help or find a seat in the Holy Grounds Café. I thank you in advance!
As we continue to grow, parking becomes more challenging. May I encourage you to join me in parking on the grass? Thank you! I also invite you to join me for prayer in the lobby at 9:30am this Sunday morning. At 10:00am we worship in song and then dig into God’s Word together.
Unto Him be all glory and praise!
Steve
This past Sunday we introduced our Christmas project for 2025. In the past, we filled shoe boxes and donated them to Operation Christmas Child. Last year, we were able to sponsor several young men in the foster care system. Both of these are wonderful ministry opportunities, so why choose a new project this year? This is a good question.
13 months ago, we launched our YouthLink ministry. Nine youth showed up the first night. Since then, 34 different youth have taken part in this ministry. Of this 34, 17 have a relationship with LifeLink other than YouthLink. The other 17 come from unchurched homes.
Our fellowship draws from surrounding communities featuring eight different high schools: Grants Pass; New Bridge; Gladiola, New Hope; North Valley; Hidden Valley; Illinois Valley; Rogue River. These eight schools have a combined enrollment of 3,357, which is larger than the population of the town in which I grew up. What a mission field!
With a mission field this size right in our own back yard, consider the following which I gleaned from a Barna research report. “The majority of Americans who identify as Christians report becoming Christians at a young age, often before the age of 18.” In fact, 83% of American Christians claim they first trusted in Christ as their Lord and Savior between the ages of 4 and 14.
A well-run summer Bible Camp is one of the most effective discipleship tools ever designed. It is a five-night, six-day adventure combining worship, games, Bible lessons, crazy activities gospel presentations, outstanding food, swimming, and deep fellowship. Unfortunately, in a day of run-away inflation, Christian camps are struggling. A week of camp can cost $1,000 and more, and common folks cannot afford it.
God led us to a beautiful Christian Camp in the Illinois Valley. We previewed it and became excited with the possibilities. We can provide a full week of camp, including a t-shirt, for $260. For many parents, especially those with multiple youth, this cost is still prohibitive. So, I come to you asking if you would prayerfully consider partnering with us to reach our backyard mission field for Christ by helping provide a week of Bible camp for teens as a Christmas gift from the LifeLink family.
You will find camp shares hanging on the small Christmas tree in the lobby. Take one, check the appropriate box ($260, $130, $65, other) and return in an envelope with your contribution. We will continue to collect donations until the Sunday before Christmas. I appreciate your willing and generous spirit. Thank you.
The ladies of LifeLink are gathering for a potluck lunch this Saturday, October 18th, at 11:30, in the multi-purpose room. Come enjoy amazing food and even better fellowship with your sisters in Christ!
One day later, October 19th, we are celebrating new life in Christ with a baptismal service. Six youth will be publicly professing their faith in Christ. Are you wanting to do the same? It is not too late to include you. Give me a call (480-888-5991) and let’s talk.
Our Fall Harvest Festival is coming up just one week from this Saturday, October 25th, from 3:00pm to 6:00pm. It is not too late to help. We can use two more people to decorate their trunks for our Trunks with Treats. We need others to serve food in the food court or help with games and activities. We are expecting a crowd of 300+, so we can use all the candy you can donate. Please stop by the sign-up sheet in the lobby and drop some candy in the box. Come help us love our community into a life of faith in Christ! And thank you!!
Saturday, November 1st, is the date of our annual Capture the Vision dinner. A three-course dinner will be served for everyone 5th grade and older. Children 4th grade and younger will enjoy pizza and an age-appropriate movie with supervision. Following dinner, we will enjoy some worship, an overview of this past year, and a clear vision for the coming year. $4.00/person, maximum $12/family.
On Sunday, November 2nd, something very exciting is happening in our KidzLink ministry. Due to continued growth, we are adding a new department to help us train our students in the best environment possible. Our Early Childhood group will remain in the first classroom we remodeled. Our Primary class for students K-2nd grade, will meet in the most recently remodeled room. Our Elementary aged students, 3rd-6th grades, will gather in the multipurpose room.
Here is how each of us can help. Consider serving in our KidzLink ministry. It is exciting and rewarding. Consider volunteering to help transition the multipurpose room from a classroom to a dining room. This will be necessary every Sunday morning. Finally, be considerate. Should you arrive at the multipurpose room with food before it has been converted into a dining room, patiently offer to help or find a seat in the Holy Grounds Café. I thank you in advance!
As we continue to grow, parking becomes more challenging. May I encourage you to join me in parking on the grass? Thank you! I also invite you to join me for prayer in the lobby at 9:30am this Sunday morning. At 10:00am we worship in song and then dig into God’s Word together.
Unto Him be all glory and praise!
Steve
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