I know...... this is only Tuesday. Our office will be closed Wed-Friday, Sept. 27-29 due to termite tenting.
Prayer Requests...let's take time each day to pray for:
Tom Kelly, former Director of African-American Church Starting at CSBC. Tom recently had surgery followed by some complications.. Pray for his recovery.
Alan McWhorter - son of Monty and Beverly McWhorter.
Alan Greaves - son of Richard and Helen Greaves.
2006 Mid-Valley Mission Celebration and Annual Meeting
Saturday, October 21, Crosspoint Church, 2518 N. Cedar Avenue, Fresno. Theme: Every Church Makes A Difference.
A Ministry Fair will be part of our Annual Meeting. Come see how God is reaching people through the ministries of Mid-Valley churches and through new churches. If your church ministry would like to set up a display table at the Annual Meeting, please contact the Association office at 297-5550.
Schedule: 8:30 am - Display tables set up by this time
8:45 am - Registration & refreshments
9:00 am - Training Sessions
-10 Characteristics of a Healthy Church, led by the Healthy Church Group
-Becoming (and helping others become) a Healthy Person, led by Ron Climer
-Churches Making a Difference in Communities, led by Doug Lanier
10:10 am - Break for snacks and fellowship/ Messenger Registration
10:30 am - Annual Meeting
12:00 pm - Children's Camp Planning Lunch
Minister's Breakfast Next Week....
Each Tuesday morning at Country Waffle, Blackstone & Dakota, 8:00 - 9:30 am. Rich Johnstone, Director of Missions, will be speaking on Tuesday, Oct. 3. Subject: Learning Insights and MV update.
A Chance to help......Axis Community Church, a new church plant in Fresno, is need of help as they plan for their launch. Axis has a list of approximately 450 people they want to call and invite to church. Would you be willing to make phone calls? Contact Pastor Joe Green at admin@axiscommunitychurch.com
Come join us....The Trinity So. Baptist Cambodian Mission will be hosting a homecoming weekend on October 7-8. They want to reach out to all the Cambodian people in Fresno and the surrounding area. There will be food, music, games, a bounce house, volleyball, youth band and worship services on Sunday (8:15 am, 11:00 am) For more information please contact Rouen at 834-6362 or York at 452-9439
Free Concert in Oakhurst October 28th, noon - 5pm with local youth bands opening and Bill Walsh with comedy before Stan Leisle and his band perform. Location: Oakhurst Community Park. Stan Leisle is the worship director at The Cross Church in Fresno.
Ministry Job Opportunity
Woodward Park Baptist Church Fresno has several position open. Please contact David Peugh at 298-7087.
-Sound Technician for Sunday morning services and Wednesday evening rehearsals.
-Receptionist/Ministry support secretary
-Church growth secretary
Sierra Heights Baptist Church Fresno is seeking an Administrative Assistant to assist Pastor Bonine. For complete details of the job position of to refer someone who would be qualified please contact Pastor Jeb Bonine at 435-2333.
Cambodian Congregation at Trinity So. Baptist Church is seeking a leader. English speaker is ok. This Congregation needs love and leadership. Please contact Bates Ivey at 299-3628.
Part-time Secretary available.......Priscilla Black is a graduate of CBU and is currently doing her student teaching through FPU. She has Fridays available and would like to work in a local church. She has good office skills. Contact Priscilla at sweetz11_17@hotmail,com or 361-6295.
Christian Women's Job Corp
Upcoming fundraisers:
(1) Sept 30th: Salad luncheon and Silent Auction. 11am-1pm, at The Bridge Community Church, 3438 E. Ashlan. Cost: $10 for lunch and whatever you want to spend on the silent auction. Contact Donna Cooper at 287-8763 for more information.
(2) October 26: Macy's Community Shopping Day. CWJC is selling $10 coupons for use at Macy's on Oct. 26th. The coupon gives the shopper 10%-20& off of nearly everything in the store. You can purchase your coupons by contacting Donna at 287-8763 or by email at midvalleycwjc@hotmail.com. CWJC keeps 100% of the proceeds from selling coupons.
Christmas Parties at JH and BC
December 4th & 5th, 2006 Juvenile Hall Christmas Parties.
December 6, 2006 Boot Camp Christmas Party. Due to the new Juvenile Hall facility, there will be two JH parties. Our goal is $7,000.00 for 2006! If you have any questions or would like to volunteer, please call Carol Climer at the Counseling Resource Center, 439-7499.
Annual Church Profiles
ACP's were mailed to churches this past week. Please complete the form and return to CSBC as soon as possible. Why is completing the ACP form important?
The information that your church gives on the ACP is used to determine needs.
Your church is corporation. As such you are required to file an annual report. Submitting an ACP fulfills this requirement
By filing you are showing you are a cooperating Southern Baptist church who is included under the CSBC umbrella tax exemption status for active members.
Key Resource - Georgia Partnership
Do you need people support for our church's mission/evangelism/building project? Georgia Baptist have made a commitment to send volunteers to California in support of these efforts in our state. You may issue a request through Edd Brown, the California Director of the California Georgia Partnership.
Make a request now for 2007 projects
No limits (almost)! A diverse group of gifted believers are ready to respond to a variety of requests
Contact: Edd.Brown@CalGeoPartnership.com or www.calgeopartnership.com
Mission Champion Who is the Mission Champion in your church? The Mid-Valley Missions Network would like to connect with that person. Send his/her name, email, phone #, to Rita at the mvsba@yahoo.com.
Seminary Extension Classes for 2006-2007
Survey of Missions: Nov. 14, 2006 - Jan 16, 2007. Teacher: Pastor Ted Cole
Baptist History: Jan. 23 - March 20, 2007. Teacher: Wendell Foss
Book of Acts: March 27 - May 22, 2007. Teacher: Pastor Jeb Bonine
Please call Rita at the MV office 297-5550 to register. Class fees are due on the first day of class.
Training /Leadership Events
October 27-28, 2006 Conflict God's Way: Biblical Strategies for Prevention and Intervention. Hosted by MVSBA at Copper Springs Church, Clovis. Led by Peter Celum. Pastors and lay leaders will learn about developing a culture of peace within your church. They will be able to equip people to strengthen relationship and resolve conflicts through biblical principles. To register call Rita at the Mid-Valley office 297-5550. $10/person if you register by Oct 20 ($15/person after Oct 20). Friday evening, Oct 27, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm. Saturday, Oct 28, 9:00 - Noon.
Looking ahead.....
October 5, 2006 Pastor's Legal Seminar: Overcoming New Threats to Churches and Religious Non-Profits. Presented by California Family Council. Time: 8am - 12:30 pm (continental breakfast is provided). Location: Cornerstone Church, 1545 Fulton Street, Fresno, 442-0122. Pastors and pastoral staff are invited. For more information please contact Trudy Thomas, Event coordinator at 909-732-8361 or TrudyT@CaliforniaFamily.org.
October 6-8 Mother Daughter Retreat at Jenness Park. Contact Jenness Park at 1-800-258-7554. Email: registar@jennesspark.com.
November 11, 2006 Tulare Street Baptist Center Jacket Give-Away. Pastor Javier Carrillo is gathering jackets for infants through 13 years of age. The goal is 150 jackets. Let's all come together and help keep underprivileged children warm this winter. Jackets or money to purchase jackets can be brought to the MV office at 1363 Fifth Street, Clovis. Call Rita at 297-5550 if you have any questions.
November 13, 2006 World Missions Village: A Mission Experience for Children. Valley Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information contact Leslie Lee at llee@csbc.com.
November 13-14, 2006 Fellowship of Church Musicians' Conference. Daybreak Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information please contact Worship@csbc.com or Kathy Foxen at 229-9533 ext. 259.
November 14,2006 Minister's Wives Luncheon. Valley Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information please contact Leslie Lee at llee@csbc.com.
November 14, 2006 Windows on the World 2006 California Women's Meeting. Valley Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information contact Cathy Glover at cglover@csbc.com
December 28-30 Tsunami Student Conference, Long Beach. Contact Connie Thornton at 229-9533 ext. 245.
Have a good day,
Rita A. West
Ministry Assistant, MVSBA
Thursday, September 28, 2006
Saturday, September 23, 2006
Weekly Update 9/21/06
Good afternoon,
Prayer Requests
Tom Kelly, former Director of African-American Church Starting at CSBC. Tom recently had surgery followed by some complications.. Pray for his recovery.
Alan McWhorter - son of Monty and Beverly McWhorter.
Alan Greaves - son of Richard and Helen Greaves.
2006 Mid-Valley Mission Celebration and Annual Meeting
Saturday, October 21, Crosspoint Church, 2518 N. Cedar Avenue, Fresno. Theme: Every Church Makes A Difference.
A Ministry Fair will be part of our Annual Meeting. Come see how God is reaching people through the ministries of Mid-Valley churches and through new churches. If your church ministry would like to set up a display table at the Annual Meeting, please contact the Association office at 297-5550.
Schedule: 8:30 am - Display tables set up by this time
8:45 am - Registration & refreshments
9:00 am - Training Sessions
-10 Characteristics of a Healthy Church, led by the Healthy Church Group
-Becoming (and helping others become) a Healthy Person, led by Ron Climer
-Churches Making a Difference in Communities, led by Doug Lanier
10:10 am - Break for snacks and fellowship/ Messenger Registration
10:30 am - Annual Meeting
12:00 pm - Children's Camp Planning Lunch
You're Invited....
Pastor Franco Atkinson and the congregation of First Southern Baptist Church of Selma invite you to join them this Saturday, September 23, 1-6 pm, for the 100 Year Celebration of the church building in Selma. The building was constructed in 1906 by Danish Baptists. Come join FSB Selma for fellowship, food, pictures, history, music and stories. The church is located at 1606 Mill Street (Mill and Orange Streets). Call Joan Esrey, church clerk, at 891-7566 if you have any questions.
Minister's Breakfast Next Week....
Each Tuesday morning at Country Waffle, Blackstone & Dakota, 8:00 - 9:30 am. Pastors will have small group prayer time on Tuesday, Sept. 26.
A Chance to help......
Axis Community Church, a new church plant in Fresno, is need of help as they plan for their launch.
1) This Saturday, Sept. 23, 3:00 pm Meet in the parking lot of Kastner Middle School to pass out flyers and door hangers in the surrounding community.
2) Phone Campaign....Axis has a list of approximately 450 people they want to call and invite to church. Would you be willing to make phone calls?
Interested in helping with either of these projects.....contact Pastor Joe Green at admin@axiscommunitychurch.com
Another new work..... ISI Ministries, Fresno Korean Baptist Church. ISI Ministries if the English language ministry of Fresno Korean Baptist Church. They are a multi-cultural, Bible-centered ministry focused on equipping people to apply God's Word to everyday life. It is a diverse group with most of the attendees between 16-30 years of age. Most of them in college. They have Sunday morning service at 9:15 am and a Wednesday evening Bible study at 8 pm. Check it out at www.xanga.com/isiministries.
September is CMO Month...
You can find lots of good information about California Missions Offering at www.calmissions.com. Orders can be placed online.
Concert in Oakhurst October 28th, noon - 5pm with local youth bands opening and Bill Walsh with comedy before Stan Leisle and his band perform. Location: Oakhurst Community Park. Stan Leisle is the worship director at The Cross Church in Fresno.
Ministry Job Opportunity
Woodward Park Baptist Church Fresno has several position open. Please contact David Peugh at 298-7087.
-Sound Technician for Sunday morning services and Wednesday evening rehearsals.
-Receptionist/Ministry support secretary
-Church growth secretary
Sierra Heights Baptist Church Fresno is seeking an Administrative Assistant to assist Pastor Bonine. For complete details of the job position of to refer someone who would be qualified please contact Pastor Jeb Bonine at 435-2333.
Cambodian Congregation at Trinity So. Baptist Church is seeking a leader. English speaker is ok. This Congregation needs love and leadership. Please contact Bates Ivey at 299-3628.
Part-time Secretary available.......Priscilla Black is a graduate of CBU and is currently doing her student teaching through FPU. She has Fridays available and would like to work in a local church. She has good office skills. Contact Priscilla at sweetz11_17@hotmail,com or 361-6295.
Christian Women's Job Corp
Upcoming fundraisers:
(1) Sept 30th: Salad luncheon and Silent Auction. 11am-1pm, at The Bridge Community Church, 3438 E. Ashlan. Cost: $10 for lunch and whatever you want to spend on the silent auction. Contact Donna Cooper at 287-8763 for more information.
(2) October 26: Macy's Community Shopping Day. CWJC is selling $10 coupons for use at Macy's on Oct. 26th. The coupon gives the shopper 10%-20& off of nearly everything in the store. You can purchase your coupons by contacting Donna at 287-8763 or by email at midvalleycwjc@hotmail.com. CWJC keeps 100% of the proceeds from selling coupons.
Christmas Parties at JH and BC
December 4th & 5th, 2006 Juvenile Hall Christmas Parties.
December 6, 2006 Boot Camp Christmas Party. Due to the new Juvenile Hall facility, there will be two JH parties. Our goal is $7,000.00 for 2006! If you have any questions or would like to volunteer, please call Carol Climer at the Counseling Resource Center, 439-7499.
Annual Church Profiles
ACP's were mailed to churches this past week. Please complete the form and return to CSBC as soon as possible. Why is completing the ACP form important?
The information that your church gives on the ACP is used to determine needs.
Your church is corporation. As such you are required to file an annual report. Submitting an ACP fulfills this requirement
By filing you are showing you are a cooperating Southern Baptist church who is included under the CSBC umbrella tax exemption status for active members.
Key Resource
Do you need people support for our church's mission/evangelism/building project? Georgia Baptist have made a commitment to send volunteers to California in support of these efforts in our state. You may issue a request through Edd Brown, the California Director of the California Georgia Partnership. Make a request now for 2007 projects. No limits (almost)! A diverse group of gifted believers are ready to respond to a variety of requests
Contact: Edd.Brown@CalGeoPartnership.com or www.calgeopartnership.com
Mission Champion Who is the Mission Champion in your church? The Mid-Valley Missions Network would like to connect with that person. Send his/her name, email, phone #, to Rita at the mvsba@yahoo.com.
Seminary Extension Classes for 2006-2007
Dynamics of Teaching: Sept. 12-Nov. 7, 2006. Teacher: Jeffrey Curtis, CSBC African American Church Starting Director
Survey of Missions: Nov. 14, 2006 - Jan 16, 2007. Teacher: Pastor Ted Cole
Baptist History: Jan. 23 - March 20, 2007. Teacher: Wendell Foss
Book of Acts: March 27 - May 22, 2007. Teacher: Pastor Jeb Bonine
Please call Rita at the MV office 297-5550 to register. Class fees are due on the first day of class.
Training /Leadership Events
October 27-28, 2006 Conflict God's Way: Biblical Strategies for Prevention and Intervention. Hosted by MVSBA at Copper Springs Church, Clovis. Led by Peter Celum. Pastors and lay leaders will learn about developing a culture of peace within your church. They will be able to equip people to strengthen relationship and resolve conflicts through biblical principles. To register call Rita at the Mid-Valley office 297-5550. $10/person if you register by Oct 20 ($15/person after Oct 20). Friday evening, Oct 27, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm. Saturday, Oct 28, 9:00 - Noon.
Looking ahead.....
September 30 California Baptist Men's Softball Tournament in Tulare. Contact Cathy Glover at 229-9533 ext 255
October 5, 2006 Pastor's Legal Seminar: Overcoming New Threats to Churches and Religious Non-Profits. Presented by California Family Council. Time: 8am - 12:30 pm (continental breakfast is provided). Location: Cornerstone Church, 1545 Fulton Street, Fresno, 442-0122. Pastors and pastoral staff are invited. For more information please contact Trudy Thomas, Event coordinator at 909-732-8361 or TrudyT@CaliforniaFamily.org.
October 6-8 Mother Daughter Retreat at Jenness Park. Contact Jenness Park at 1-800-258-7554. Email: registar@jennesspark.com.
November 11, 2006 Tulare Street Baptist Center Jacket Give-Away. Pastor Javier Carrillo is gathering jackets for infants through 13 years of age. The goal is 150 jackets. Let's all come together and help keep underprivileged children warm this winter. Jackets or money to purchase jackets can be brought to the MV office at 1363 Fifth Street, Clovis. Call Rita at 297-5550 if you have any questions.
November 13, 2006 World Missions Village: A Mission Experience for Children. Valley Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information contact Leslie Lee at llee@csbc.com.
November 13-14, 2006 Fellowship of Church Musicians' Conference. Daybreak Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information please contact Worship@csbc.com or Kathy Foxen at 229-9533 ext. 259.
November 14,2006 Minister's Wives Luncheon. Valley Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information please contact Leslie Lee at llee@csbc.com.
November 14, 2006 Windows on the World 2006 California Women's Meeting. Valley Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information contact Cathy Glover at cglover@csbc.com
December 28-30 Tsunami Student Conference, Long Beach. Contact Connie Thornton at 229-9533 ext. 245.
Have a good day,
Rita A. West
Ministry Assistant, MVSBA
Wednesday, September 20, 2006
Missional - New Word...Very Old Idea
Look for this word.
My definition of a missional church: A church where the Great Commission (making disciples) and the Great Commandment (loving God and loving people) permeates every level of church existence, from its very identity (being) to its practices (doing). What does this mean in practice? Different churches live it out different ways.
Mike Cogland of NAMB's Center for Missional Research views Missional as a mindset or a lens through which we should see: Missional. It’s the new buzzword for many of today’s church leaders. Over the last two years, the term has grown in popularity and has been used in various contexts. Even though missional is the buzzword of the day, the concept has been around much longer. Actually, it has been around for centuries. Missionaries learned long ago that to reach a people group for Christ, they would need to understand their culture. By understanding the natives' beliefs, traditions, and values, they could eat, drink and talk like them. Then they could share the love of Christ within the context of the natives’ culture. Missional leaders and churches are ones that are viewing the world through missional lenses; they are missionaries—understanding the culture, leading biblically faithful and culturally relevant churches, and thinking in missionary ways about their contexts.
--Rich Johnstone
My definition of a missional church: A church where the Great Commission (making disciples) and the Great Commandment (loving God and loving people) permeates every level of church existence, from its very identity (being) to its practices (doing). What does this mean in practice? Different churches live it out different ways.
Mike Cogland of NAMB's Center for Missional Research views Missional as a mindset or a lens through which we should see: Missional. It’s the new buzzword for many of today’s church leaders. Over the last two years, the term has grown in popularity and has been used in various contexts. Even though missional is the buzzword of the day, the concept has been around much longer. Actually, it has been around for centuries. Missionaries learned long ago that to reach a people group for Christ, they would need to understand their culture. By understanding the natives' beliefs, traditions, and values, they could eat, drink and talk like them. Then they could share the love of Christ within the context of the natives’ culture. Missional leaders and churches are ones that are viewing the world through missional lenses; they are missionaries—understanding the culture, leading biblically faithful and culturally relevant churches, and thinking in missionary ways about their contexts.
--Rich Johnstone
Fresno Korean Baptist Church - English Ministry Update
This comes from Noel Price, leader of the English Ministry (ISI) at
ISI Ministries (from "iron sharpens iron", Proverbs 27:17) is
the English language ministry of Fresno Korean Baptist Church.
We were founded in November of 2003 by my former student Eugene
Park, and Myeong Lee (who is now a student at GGBTS). The Pastor
of the church is Rev. Chang Hyon Yoo. I am considered the leader
of the English Ministry (ISI Ministries) and I preach on Sundays
in our English service, and I teach the Bible Study on Wednesday
nights. Our Sunday service is at 9:15 AM and our Wed. Bible Study
is at 8 PM. We are a multicultural, Bible-centered ministry focused
on equipping people to apply God's Word to everyday life. Most
of our attenders are between 16-30, with most being in college.
We are a diverse group with people from all backgrounds including
Chinese, Korean, Filipino, Caucasian, etc. On Wednesday nights
we've been averaging between 20-25 people, and on Sundays we usually
have 12-15.
I have attached a few photos: a congregation photo from our
2nd Anniversary last November, a photo of some of our members wearing
our ISI Ministries shirts at a Fast last summer, a photo of our
Praise Team, and a photo of our Bible Study group taken in June.
Hopefully it helps give you a feel for what our ministry is like.
Anyway, I really want people to know that we exist, and if they know
of any young adults who would like to be part of helping get a new
ministry going, with an emphasis on spiritual growth and life
application of God's Word.... we always love to meet new people...
Thanks again for your interest in our ministry at FKBC!
yours in Christ,
Noel Price
Thursday, September 14, 2006
Weekly Update 9/14/06
Good afternoon,
Prayer Requests
Alan McWhorter - son of Monty and Beverly McWhorter.
Alan Greaves - son of Richard and Helen Greaves.
TONIGHT.......MV Executive Board Meeting
Sept. 14, 7 pm,Fellowship Hall at Copper Springs Church, 1363 Fifth Street, Clovis. The Executive Board consists of Pastors of Association churches & missions, Association officers, Committee Chairmen, and two members from each cooperating church. The objective of this meeting is to conduct the business of the association and to hear staff and ministry reports.
2006 Mid-Valley Mission Celebration and Annual Meeting
Saturday, October 21, Crosspoint Church, 2518 N. Cedar Avenue, Fresno. Theme: Every Church Makes A Difference.
A Ministry Fair will be part of our Annual Meeting. Come see how God is reaching people through the ministries of Mid-Valley churches and through new churches. If your church ministry would like to set up a display table at the Annual Meeting, please contact the Association office at 297-5550.
Schedule: 8:30 am - Display tables set up by this time
8:45 am - Registration & refreshments
9:00 am - Training Sessions
-10 Characteristics of a Healthy Church, led by the Healthy Church Group
-Becoming (and helping others become) a Healthy Person, led by Ron Climer
-Churches Making a Difference in Communities, led by Doug Lanier
10:10 am - Break for snacks and fellowship/ Messenger Registration
10:30 am - Annual Meeting
12:00 pm - Children's Camp Planning Lunch
Minister's Breakfast Next Week....
Each Tuesday morning at Country Waffle, Blackstone & Dakota, 8:00 - 9:30 am. Pastor Darrell Regensberg, Lifeway Baptist Church, will be speaking this coming Tuesday, Sept. 18. Subject: Book review of "Twelve Ordinary Men" by John MacArthur.
A Chance to help......
Axis Community Church, a new church plant in Fresno, is need of help as they plan for their launch.
1) Phone Campaign....Axis has a list of approximately 450 people they want to call and invite to church. Would you be willing to make phone calls?
2) Flyers....Axis will be passing out flyers and putting up door hangers in order to get the word out about their church on preview service.
Interested in helping with either of these projects.....contact Pastor Joe Green at admin@axiscommunitychurch.com
September is CMO Month...
You can find lots of good information about California Missions Offering at http://www.calmissions.com/. Orders can be placed online.
You're Invited....
Pastor Franco Atkinson and the congregation of First Southern Baptist Church of Selma invite you to join them on Saturday, September 23, 1-6 pm, for the 100 Year Celebration of the church building in Selma. The building was constructed in 1906 by Danish Baptists. Come join FSB Selma for fellowship, food, pictures, history, music and stories. The church is located at 1606 Mill Street (Mill and Orange Streets). Call Joan Esrey, church clerk, at 891-7566 if you have any questions.
Free Concert in Oakhurst October 28th, noon - 5pm with local youth bands opening and Bill Walsh with comedy before Stan Leisle and his band perform. Location: Oakhurst Community Park. Stan Leisle is the worship director at The Cross Church in Fresno.
Ministry Job Opportunity
Woodward Park Baptist Church Fresno has a paid position open for a Sound Technician for Sunday morning services and Wednesday evening rehearsals. Experience is required. For more information or to apply, contact Teresa Watts at 298-7087.
Sierra Heights Baptist Church Fresno is seeking an Administrative Assistant to assist Pastor Bonine. For complete details of the job position of to refer someone who would be qualified please contact Pastor Jeb Bonine at 435-2333.
Christian Women's Job Corp
Upcoming fundraisers:
(1) Sept 30th: Salad luncheon and Silent Auction. 11am-1pm, at The Bridge Community Church, 3438 E. Ashlan. Cost: $10 for lunch and whatever you want to spend on the silent auction. Contact Donna Cooper at 287-8763 for more information.
(2) October 26: Macy's Community Shopping Day. CWJC is selling $10 coupons for use at Macy's on Oct. 26th. The coupon gives the shopper 10%-20& off of nearly everything in the store. You can purchase your coupons by contacting Donna at 287-8763 or by email at midvalleycwjc@hotmail.com. CWJC keeps 100% of the proceeds from selling coupons.
Seminary Extension Classes for 2006-2007
Dynamics of Teaching: Sept. 12-Nov. 7, 2006. Teacher: Jeffrey Curtis, CSBC African American Church Starting Director
Survey of Missions: Nov. 14, 2006 - Jan 16, 2007. Teacher: Pastor Ted Cole
Baptist History: Jan. 23 - March 20, 2007. Teacher: Wendell Foss
Book of Acts: March 27 - May 22, 2007. Teacher: Pastor Jeb Bonine
Please call Rita at the MV office 297-5550 to register. Class fees are due on the first day of class.
Equip Bible Institute Classes for Fall 2006
Theology 106: begins September 11, 6:30-9:15 pm (10 sessions) with instructor, Tom Sims. Location: Baptist Temple, 4141 Fresno St, Fresno, 229-9379 or
647-2203.
Correction Biblical Interpretation 105: begins September 9, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm (10 sessions) with instructor, Philip Aaron. Location: FSBC Sanger, 1116 "O" St, Sanger, 646-0228.
Biblical Interpretation 105: begins September 11, 6:30 - 9:15 pm (10 sessions) with instructor, Pastor David Barr. Location: The Evangelical Free Church of Madera, 16760 N. Lake St, Madera, 673-1142 or 936-3558.
Contact Pastor Randy Brannon, EBI Director, at 674-1172 or Pastor Tom Sims at 229-9379 if you have any questions.
Training /Leadership Events
September 21-23, 2006 Disaster Relief Training at First So. Baptist Church, Coalinga. Certification classes in Mass Feeding, Clean-Up and Recovery, Chainsaw Training, Chaplaincy, Communication, and Temporary Emergency Child Care. Don Hargis of CSBC will lead this event. Cost: $50/person -- please register ASAP. Contact Pastor Terry Glover at 935-0504.
September 18-20, 2006 Intentional Interim Pastor Training. Contact Leslie Lee, Church & Pastoral Care Dept, CSBC 229-9533 ext. 212.
October 27-28, 2006 Conflict God's Way: Biblical Strategies for Prevention and Intervention. Hosted by MVSBA at Copper Springs Church, Clovis. Led by Peter Celum. Pastors and lay leaders will learn about developing a culture of peace within your church. They will be able to equip people to strengthen relationship and resolve conflicts through biblical principles. To register call Rita at the Mid-Valley office 297-5550. $10/person if you register by Oct 20 ($15/person after Oct 20). Friday evening, Oct 27, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm. Saturday, Oct 28, 9:00 - Noon.
Looking ahead.....
September 23 How To Lead a Great Small Group Meeting. Contact Wendi Mooney at Clovis Hills Community Church 297-2600 ext. 14.
September 23 Disability Ministry Workshop. 8:45 am - 1:00 pm, includes lunch. Northwest Church, 5415 N. West Ave, Fresno. Cost $25/person. Contact Joni and Friends at 227-5664 for more information and to register.
September 30 California Baptist Men's Softball Tournament in Tulare. Contact Cathy Glover at 229-9533 ext 255
October 5, 2006 Pastor's Legal Seminar: Overcoming New Threats to Churches and Religious Non-Profits. Presented by California Family Council. Time: 8am - 12:30 pm (continental breakfast is provided). Location: Cornerstone Church, 1545 Fulton Street, Fresno, 442-0122. Pastors and pastoral staff are invited. For more information please contact Trudy Thomas, Event coordinator at 909-732-8361 or TrudyT@CaliforniaFamily.org.
October 6-8 Mother Daughter Retreat at Jenness Park. Contact Jenness Park at 1-800-258-7554. Email: registar@jennesspark.com.
November 11, 2006 Tulare Street Baptist Center Jacket Give-Away. Pastor Javier Carrillo is gathering jackets for infants through 13 years of age. The goal is 150 jackets. Let's all come together and help keep underprivileged children warm this winter. Jackets or money to purchase jackets can be brought to the MV office at 1363 Fifth Street, Clovis. Call Rita at 297-5550 if you have any questions.
November 13, 2006 World Missions Village: A Mission Experience for Children. Valley Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information contact Leslie Lee at llee@csbc.com.
November 13-14, 2006 Fellowship of Church Musicians' Conference. Daybreak Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information please contact Worship@csbc.com or Kathy Foxen at 229-9533 ext. 259.
November 14,2006 Minister's Wives Luncheon. Valley Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information please contact Leslie Lee at llee@csbc.com.
November 14, 2006 Windows on the World 2006 California Women's Meeting. Valley Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information contact Cathy Glover at cglover@csbc.com
December 4th & 5th, 2006 Juvenile Hall Christmas Parties.
December 6, 2006 Boot Camp Christmas Party. Due to the new Juvenile Hall facility, there will be two JH parties. Our goal is $7,000.00 for 2006! If you have any questions or would like to volunteer, please call Carol Climer at the Counseling Resource Center, 439-7499.
December 28-30 Tsunami Student Conference, Long Beach. Contact Connie Thornton at 229-9533 ext. 245.
Have a good day,
Rita A. West
Ministry Assistant, MVSBA
1363 Fifth St., Clovis CA 93612
PH: 559-297-5550
mvsba@yahoo.com
Prayer Requests
Alan McWhorter - son of Monty and Beverly McWhorter.
Alan Greaves - son of Richard and Helen Greaves.
TONIGHT.......MV Executive Board Meeting
Sept. 14, 7 pm,Fellowship Hall at Copper Springs Church, 1363 Fifth Street, Clovis. The Executive Board consists of Pastors of Association churches & missions, Association officers, Committee Chairmen, and two members from each cooperating church. The objective of this meeting is to conduct the business of the association and to hear staff and ministry reports.
2006 Mid-Valley Mission Celebration and Annual Meeting
Saturday, October 21, Crosspoint Church, 2518 N. Cedar Avenue, Fresno. Theme: Every Church Makes A Difference.
A Ministry Fair will be part of our Annual Meeting. Come see how God is reaching people through the ministries of Mid-Valley churches and through new churches. If your church ministry would like to set up a display table at the Annual Meeting, please contact the Association office at 297-5550.
Schedule: 8:30 am - Display tables set up by this time
8:45 am - Registration & refreshments
9:00 am - Training Sessions
-10 Characteristics of a Healthy Church, led by the Healthy Church Group
-Becoming (and helping others become) a Healthy Person, led by Ron Climer
-Churches Making a Difference in Communities, led by Doug Lanier
10:10 am - Break for snacks and fellowship/ Messenger Registration
10:30 am - Annual Meeting
12:00 pm - Children's Camp Planning Lunch
Minister's Breakfast Next Week....
Each Tuesday morning at Country Waffle, Blackstone & Dakota, 8:00 - 9:30 am. Pastor Darrell Regensberg, Lifeway Baptist Church, will be speaking this coming Tuesday, Sept. 18. Subject: Book review of "Twelve Ordinary Men" by John MacArthur.
A Chance to help......
Axis Community Church, a new church plant in Fresno, is need of help as they plan for their launch.
1) Phone Campaign....Axis has a list of approximately 450 people they want to call and invite to church. Would you be willing to make phone calls?
2) Flyers....Axis will be passing out flyers and putting up door hangers in order to get the word out about their church on preview service.
Interested in helping with either of these projects.....contact Pastor Joe Green at admin@axiscommunitychurch.com
September is CMO Month...
You can find lots of good information about California Missions Offering at http://www.calmissions.com/. Orders can be placed online.
You're Invited....
Pastor Franco Atkinson and the congregation of First Southern Baptist Church of Selma invite you to join them on Saturday, September 23, 1-6 pm, for the 100 Year Celebration of the church building in Selma. The building was constructed in 1906 by Danish Baptists. Come join FSB Selma for fellowship, food, pictures, history, music and stories. The church is located at 1606 Mill Street (Mill and Orange Streets). Call Joan Esrey, church clerk, at 891-7566 if you have any questions.
Free Concert in Oakhurst October 28th, noon - 5pm with local youth bands opening and Bill Walsh with comedy before Stan Leisle and his band perform. Location: Oakhurst Community Park. Stan Leisle is the worship director at The Cross Church in Fresno.
Ministry Job Opportunity
Woodward Park Baptist Church Fresno has a paid position open for a Sound Technician for Sunday morning services and Wednesday evening rehearsals. Experience is required. For more information or to apply, contact Teresa Watts at 298-7087.
Sierra Heights Baptist Church Fresno is seeking an Administrative Assistant to assist Pastor Bonine. For complete details of the job position of to refer someone who would be qualified please contact Pastor Jeb Bonine at 435-2333.
Christian Women's Job Corp
Upcoming fundraisers:
(1) Sept 30th: Salad luncheon and Silent Auction. 11am-1pm, at The Bridge Community Church, 3438 E. Ashlan. Cost: $10 for lunch and whatever you want to spend on the silent auction. Contact Donna Cooper at 287-8763 for more information.
(2) October 26: Macy's Community Shopping Day. CWJC is selling $10 coupons for use at Macy's on Oct. 26th. The coupon gives the shopper 10%-20& off of nearly everything in the store. You can purchase your coupons by contacting Donna at 287-8763 or by email at midvalleycwjc@hotmail.com. CWJC keeps 100% of the proceeds from selling coupons.
Seminary Extension Classes for 2006-2007
Dynamics of Teaching: Sept. 12-Nov. 7, 2006. Teacher: Jeffrey Curtis, CSBC African American Church Starting Director
Survey of Missions: Nov. 14, 2006 - Jan 16, 2007. Teacher: Pastor Ted Cole
Baptist History: Jan. 23 - March 20, 2007. Teacher: Wendell Foss
Book of Acts: March 27 - May 22, 2007. Teacher: Pastor Jeb Bonine
Please call Rita at the MV office 297-5550 to register. Class fees are due on the first day of class.
Equip Bible Institute Classes for Fall 2006
Theology 106: begins September 11, 6:30-9:15 pm (10 sessions) with instructor, Tom Sims. Location: Baptist Temple, 4141 Fresno St, Fresno, 229-9379 or
647-2203.
Correction Biblical Interpretation 105: begins September 9, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm (10 sessions) with instructor, Philip Aaron. Location: FSBC Sanger, 1116 "O" St, Sanger, 646-0228.
Biblical Interpretation 105: begins September 11, 6:30 - 9:15 pm (10 sessions) with instructor, Pastor David Barr. Location: The Evangelical Free Church of Madera, 16760 N. Lake St, Madera, 673-1142 or 936-3558.
Contact Pastor Randy Brannon, EBI Director, at 674-1172 or Pastor Tom Sims at 229-9379 if you have any questions.
Training /Leadership Events
September 21-23, 2006 Disaster Relief Training at First So. Baptist Church, Coalinga. Certification classes in Mass Feeding, Clean-Up and Recovery, Chainsaw Training, Chaplaincy, Communication, and Temporary Emergency Child Care. Don Hargis of CSBC will lead this event. Cost: $50/person -- please register ASAP. Contact Pastor Terry Glover at 935-0504.
September 18-20, 2006 Intentional Interim Pastor Training. Contact Leslie Lee, Church & Pastoral Care Dept, CSBC 229-9533 ext. 212.
October 27-28, 2006 Conflict God's Way: Biblical Strategies for Prevention and Intervention. Hosted by MVSBA at Copper Springs Church, Clovis. Led by Peter Celum. Pastors and lay leaders will learn about developing a culture of peace within your church. They will be able to equip people to strengthen relationship and resolve conflicts through biblical principles. To register call Rita at the Mid-Valley office 297-5550. $10/person if you register by Oct 20 ($15/person after Oct 20). Friday evening, Oct 27, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm. Saturday, Oct 28, 9:00 - Noon.
Looking ahead.....
September 23 How To Lead a Great Small Group Meeting. Contact Wendi Mooney at Clovis Hills Community Church 297-2600 ext. 14.
September 23 Disability Ministry Workshop. 8:45 am - 1:00 pm, includes lunch. Northwest Church, 5415 N. West Ave, Fresno. Cost $25/person. Contact Joni and Friends at 227-5664 for more information and to register.
September 30 California Baptist Men's Softball Tournament in Tulare. Contact Cathy Glover at 229-9533 ext 255
October 5, 2006 Pastor's Legal Seminar: Overcoming New Threats to Churches and Religious Non-Profits. Presented by California Family Council. Time: 8am - 12:30 pm (continental breakfast is provided). Location: Cornerstone Church, 1545 Fulton Street, Fresno, 442-0122. Pastors and pastoral staff are invited. For more information please contact Trudy Thomas, Event coordinator at 909-732-8361 or TrudyT@CaliforniaFamily.org.
October 6-8 Mother Daughter Retreat at Jenness Park. Contact Jenness Park at 1-800-258-7554. Email: registar@jennesspark.com.
November 11, 2006 Tulare Street Baptist Center Jacket Give-Away. Pastor Javier Carrillo is gathering jackets for infants through 13 years of age. The goal is 150 jackets. Let's all come together and help keep underprivileged children warm this winter. Jackets or money to purchase jackets can be brought to the MV office at 1363 Fifth Street, Clovis. Call Rita at 297-5550 if you have any questions.
November 13, 2006 World Missions Village: A Mission Experience for Children. Valley Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information contact Leslie Lee at llee@csbc.com.
November 13-14, 2006 Fellowship of Church Musicians' Conference. Daybreak Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information please contact Worship@csbc.com or Kathy Foxen at 229-9533 ext. 259.
November 14,2006 Minister's Wives Luncheon. Valley Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information please contact Leslie Lee at llee@csbc.com.
November 14, 2006 Windows on the World 2006 California Women's Meeting. Valley Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information contact Cathy Glover at cglover@csbc.com
December 4th & 5th, 2006 Juvenile Hall Christmas Parties.
December 6, 2006 Boot Camp Christmas Party. Due to the new Juvenile Hall facility, there will be two JH parties. Our goal is $7,000.00 for 2006! If you have any questions or would like to volunteer, please call Carol Climer at the Counseling Resource Center, 439-7499.
December 28-30 Tsunami Student Conference, Long Beach. Contact Connie Thornton at 229-9533 ext. 245.
Have a good day,
Rita A. West
Ministry Assistant, MVSBA
1363 Fifth St., Clovis CA 93612
PH: 559-297-5550
mvsba@yahoo.com
Jeff MacNeill - Licensed to Preach
On Sunday, Sept. 10, 2006, a lifelong Fresno resident, Jeffrey S. MacNeill was licensed as Minister of Youth at Cornelia Baptist Church in Fresno at a 5:30 p.m. service, followed by a reception lasting until at least 8 p.m.
For the more information about Jeff MacNeill, contact Randy Maynard, pastor of the church at 2405 N. Cornelia Ave. Both of Jeff's grandfathers took part in the service -- Richard Palmquist and Pastor Don MacNeill, pastor of Laton Community Church of the Brethren. Many of the youth of the church attended, along with other members and relatives.
Jeff, soon 20, is the oldest son of Steve and Carol MacNeill of Clovis, CA. He attends Fresno Pacific College. He has worked at the church since December 2005.
(Written by Jeff's Grandmother, proud of his achievements!)
For the more information about Jeff MacNeill, contact Randy Maynard, pastor of the church at 2405 N. Cornelia Ave. Both of Jeff's grandfathers took part in the service -- Richard Palmquist and Pastor Don MacNeill, pastor of Laton Community Church of the Brethren. Many of the youth of the church attended, along with other members and relatives.
Jeff, soon 20, is the oldest son of Steve and Carol MacNeill of Clovis, CA. He attends Fresno Pacific College. He has worked at the church since December 2005.
(Written by Jeff's Grandmother, proud of his achievements!)
Thursday, September 07, 2006
Rita's Weekly Update 9/07/06
Good afternoon,
Prayer Requests
Alan McWhorter - son of Monty and Beverly McWhorter.
Alan Greaves - son of Richard and Helen Greaves.
REMINDER......
MV Executive Board Meeting
Thursday, Sept. 14, 7 pm at Copper Springs Church, 1363 Fifth Street, Clovis. The Executive Board consists of Pastors of Association churches & missions, Association officers, Committee Chairmen, and two members from each cooperating church. The objective of this meeting is to conduct the business of the association and to hear staff and ministry reports.
2006 Mid-Valley Mission Celebration and Annual Meeting
Saturday, October 21, Crosspoint Church, 2518 N. Cedar Avenue, Fresno. Theme: Every Church Makes A Difference.
Schedule: 8:45 am - Registration
9:00 am - Training Sessions
-10 Characteristics of a Healthy Church, led by the Healthy Church Group
-Becoming (and helping others become) a Healthy Person, led by Ron Climer
-Churches Making a Difference in Communities, led by Doug Lanier
10:10 am - Break for snacks and fellowship/ Messenger Registration
10:30 am - Annual Meeting
12:00 pm - Children's Camp Planning Lunch
Minister's Breakfast Next Week....
Each Tuesday morning at Country Waffle, Blackstone & Dakota, 8:00 - 9:30 am. Terry Maldonado will be speaking on Tuesday 9/12. Subject: Mission Mobilization.
September is CMO Month...
You can find lots of good information about California Missions Offering at www.calmissions.com. Orders can be placed online.
You're Invited....
Pastor Franco Atkinson and the congregation of First Southern Baptist Church of Selma invite you to join them on Saturday, September 23, 1-6 pm, for the 100 Year Celebration of the church building in Selma. The building was constructed in 1906 by Danish Baptists. Come join FSB Selma for fellowship, food, pictures, history, music and stories. The church is located at 1606 Mill Street (Mill and Orange Streets). Call Joan Esrey, church clerk, at 891-7566 if you have any questions.
Free Concert in Oakhurst on October 28th, noon - 5pm with local youth bands opening and Bill Walsh with comedy before Stan Leisle and his band perform. I will pass on location next week. Stan Leisle is the worship director at Stoney Creek Baptist Church in Coarsegold.
Ministry Opportunities
Woodward Park Baptist Church Fresno has a paid position open for a Sound Technician for Sunday morning services and Wednesday evening rehearsals. Experience is required. For more information or to apply, contact Teresa Watts at 298-7087.
First Baptist Church of Oakhurst is seeking a contemporary music worship leader for Sunday morning services (9:30 and 10:30 am). Salary is negotiable. Please contact Associate Pastor Scott Mohr at 665-8011 (daytime #) or 868-8608 (evening #).
Sierra Heights Baptist Church Fresno is seeking an Administrative Assistant to assist Pastor Bonine. For complete details of the job position of to refer someone who would be qualified please contact Pastor Jeb Bonine at 435-2333.
Christian Women's Job Corp
Upcoming fundraisers:
(1) Sept 30th: Salad luncheon and Silent Auction. 11am-1pm, at The Bridge Community Church, 3438 E. Ashlan. Cost: $10 for lunch and whatever you want to spend on the silent auction. Contact Donna Cooper at 287-8763 for more information.
(2) October 26: Macy's Community Shopping Day. CWJC is selling $10 coupons for use at Macy's on Oct. 26th. The coupon gives the shopper 10%-20& off of nearly everything in the store. You can purchase your coupons by contacting Donna at 287-8763 or by email at midvalleycwjc@hotmail.com. CWJC keeps 100% of the proceeds from selling coupons.
Seminary Extension Classes for 2006-2007
Dynamics of Teaching: Sept. 12-Nov. 7, 2006. Teacher: Jeffrey Curtis, CSBC African American Church Starting Director
Survey of Missions: Nov. 14, 2006 - Jan 16, 2007. Teacher: Pastor Ted Cole
Baptist History: Jan. 23 - March 20, 2007. Teacher: Wendell Foss
Book of Acts: March 27 - May 22, 2007. Teacher: Pastor Jeb Bonine
Please call Rita at the MV office 297-5550 to register. Class fees are due on the first day of class.
Equip Bible Institute Classes for Fall 2006
Theology 106: begins September 11, 6:30-9:15 pm (10 sessions) with instructor, Tom Sims. Location: Baptist Temple, 4141 Fresno St, Fresno, 229-9379 or
647-2203.
Correction Biblical Interpretation 105: begins September 9, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm (10 sessions) with instructor, Philip Aaron. Location: FSBC Sanger, 1116 "O" St, Sanger, 646-0228.
Biblical Interpretation 105: begins September 11, 6:30 - 9:15 pm (10 sessions) with instructor, Pastor David Barr. Location: The Evangelical Free Church of Madera, 16760 N. Lake St, Madera, 673-1142 or 936-3558.
Contact Pastor Randy Brannon, EBI Director, at 674-1172 or Pastor Tom Sims at 229-9379 if you have any questions.
Training /Leadership Events
September 21-23, 2006 Disaster Relief Training at First So. Baptist Church, Coalinga. Certification classes in Mass Feeding, Clean-Up and Recovery, Chainsaw Training, Chaplaincy, Communication, and Temporary Emergency Child Care. Don Hargis of CSBC will lead this event. Cost: $50/person -- please register ASAP. Contact Pastor Terry Glover at 935-0504.
September 18-20, 2006 Intentional Interim Pastor Training. Contact Leslie Lee, Church & Pastoral Care Dept, CSBC 229-9533 ext. 212.
October 27-28, 2006 Conflict God's Way: Biblical Strategies for Prevention and Intervention. Hosted by MVSBA at Copper Springs Church, Clovis. Led by Peter Celum. Pastors and lay leaders will learn about developing a culture of peace within your church. They will be able to equip people to strengthen relationship and resolve conflicts through biblical principles. To register call Rita at the Mid-Valley office 297-5550. $10/person if you register by Oct 20 ($15/person after Oct 20). Friday evening, Oct 27, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm. Saturday, Oct 28, 9:00 - Noon.
Looking ahead.....
September 23 How To Lead a Great Small Group Meeting. Contact Wendi Mooney at Clovis Hills Community Church 297-2600 ext. 14.
September 23 Disability Ministry Workshop. 8:45 am - 1:00 pm, includes lunch. Northwest Church, 5415 N. West Ave, Fresno. Cost $25/person. Contact Joni and Friends at 227-5664 for more information and to register.
September 30 California Baptist Men's Softball Tournament in Tulare. Contact Cathy Glover at 229-9533 ext 255
October 6-8 Mother Daughter Retreat at Jenness Park. Contact Jenness Park at 1-800-258-7554. Email: registar@jennesspark.com.
November 13, 2006 World Missions Village: A Mission Experience for Children. Valley Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information contact Leslie Lee at llee@csbc.com.
November 14,2006 Minister's Wives Luncheon. Valley Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information please contact Leslie Lee at llee@csbc.com.
November 14, 2006 Windows on the World 2006 California Women's Meeting. Valley Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information contact Cathy Glover at cglover@csbc.com
December 28-30 Tsunami Student Conference, Long Beach. Contact Connie Thornton at 229-9533 ext. 245.
Have a good day,
Rita A. West
Ministry Assistant, MVSBA
1363 Fifth St., Clovis CA 93612
PH: 559-297-5550
Prayer Requests
Alan McWhorter - son of Monty and Beverly McWhorter.
Alan Greaves - son of Richard and Helen Greaves.
REMINDER......
MV Executive Board Meeting
Thursday, Sept. 14, 7 pm at Copper Springs Church, 1363 Fifth Street, Clovis. The Executive Board consists of Pastors of Association churches & missions, Association officers, Committee Chairmen, and two members from each cooperating church. The objective of this meeting is to conduct the business of the association and to hear staff and ministry reports.
2006 Mid-Valley Mission Celebration and Annual Meeting
Saturday, October 21, Crosspoint Church, 2518 N. Cedar Avenue, Fresno. Theme: Every Church Makes A Difference.
Schedule: 8:45 am - Registration
9:00 am - Training Sessions
-10 Characteristics of a Healthy Church, led by the Healthy Church Group
-Becoming (and helping others become) a Healthy Person, led by Ron Climer
-Churches Making a Difference in Communities, led by Doug Lanier
10:10 am - Break for snacks and fellowship/ Messenger Registration
10:30 am - Annual Meeting
12:00 pm - Children's Camp Planning Lunch
Minister's Breakfast Next Week....
Each Tuesday morning at Country Waffle, Blackstone & Dakota, 8:00 - 9:30 am. Terry Maldonado will be speaking on Tuesday 9/12. Subject: Mission Mobilization.
September is CMO Month...
You can find lots of good information about California Missions Offering at www.calmissions.com. Orders can be placed online.
You're Invited....
Pastor Franco Atkinson and the congregation of First Southern Baptist Church of Selma invite you to join them on Saturday, September 23, 1-6 pm, for the 100 Year Celebration of the church building in Selma. The building was constructed in 1906 by Danish Baptists. Come join FSB Selma for fellowship, food, pictures, history, music and stories. The church is located at 1606 Mill Street (Mill and Orange Streets). Call Joan Esrey, church clerk, at 891-7566 if you have any questions.
Free Concert in Oakhurst on October 28th, noon - 5pm with local youth bands opening and Bill Walsh with comedy before Stan Leisle and his band perform. I will pass on location next week. Stan Leisle is the worship director at Stoney Creek Baptist Church in Coarsegold.
Ministry Opportunities
Woodward Park Baptist Church Fresno has a paid position open for a Sound Technician for Sunday morning services and Wednesday evening rehearsals. Experience is required. For more information or to apply, contact Teresa Watts at 298-7087.
First Baptist Church of Oakhurst is seeking a contemporary music worship leader for Sunday morning services (9:30 and 10:30 am). Salary is negotiable. Please contact Associate Pastor Scott Mohr at 665-8011 (daytime #) or 868-8608 (evening #).
Sierra Heights Baptist Church Fresno is seeking an Administrative Assistant to assist Pastor Bonine. For complete details of the job position of to refer someone who would be qualified please contact Pastor Jeb Bonine at 435-2333.
Christian Women's Job Corp
Upcoming fundraisers:
(1) Sept 30th: Salad luncheon and Silent Auction. 11am-1pm, at The Bridge Community Church, 3438 E. Ashlan. Cost: $10 for lunch and whatever you want to spend on the silent auction. Contact Donna Cooper at 287-8763 for more information.
(2) October 26: Macy's Community Shopping Day. CWJC is selling $10 coupons for use at Macy's on Oct. 26th. The coupon gives the shopper 10%-20& off of nearly everything in the store. You can purchase your coupons by contacting Donna at 287-8763 or by email at midvalleycwjc@hotmail.com. CWJC keeps 100% of the proceeds from selling coupons.
Seminary Extension Classes for 2006-2007
Dynamics of Teaching: Sept. 12-Nov. 7, 2006. Teacher: Jeffrey Curtis, CSBC African American Church Starting Director
Survey of Missions: Nov. 14, 2006 - Jan 16, 2007. Teacher: Pastor Ted Cole
Baptist History: Jan. 23 - March 20, 2007. Teacher: Wendell Foss
Book of Acts: March 27 - May 22, 2007. Teacher: Pastor Jeb Bonine
Please call Rita at the MV office 297-5550 to register. Class fees are due on the first day of class.
Equip Bible Institute Classes for Fall 2006
Theology 106: begins September 11, 6:30-9:15 pm (10 sessions) with instructor, Tom Sims. Location: Baptist Temple, 4141 Fresno St, Fresno, 229-9379 or
647-2203.
Correction Biblical Interpretation 105: begins September 9, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm (10 sessions) with instructor, Philip Aaron. Location: FSBC Sanger, 1116 "O" St, Sanger, 646-0228.
Biblical Interpretation 105: begins September 11, 6:30 - 9:15 pm (10 sessions) with instructor, Pastor David Barr. Location: The Evangelical Free Church of Madera, 16760 N. Lake St, Madera, 673-1142 or 936-3558.
Contact Pastor Randy Brannon, EBI Director, at 674-1172 or Pastor Tom Sims at 229-9379 if you have any questions.
Training /Leadership Events
September 21-23, 2006 Disaster Relief Training at First So. Baptist Church, Coalinga. Certification classes in Mass Feeding, Clean-Up and Recovery, Chainsaw Training, Chaplaincy, Communication, and Temporary Emergency Child Care. Don Hargis of CSBC will lead this event. Cost: $50/person -- please register ASAP. Contact Pastor Terry Glover at 935-0504.
September 18-20, 2006 Intentional Interim Pastor Training. Contact Leslie Lee, Church & Pastoral Care Dept, CSBC 229-9533 ext. 212.
October 27-28, 2006 Conflict God's Way: Biblical Strategies for Prevention and Intervention. Hosted by MVSBA at Copper Springs Church, Clovis. Led by Peter Celum. Pastors and lay leaders will learn about developing a culture of peace within your church. They will be able to equip people to strengthen relationship and resolve conflicts through biblical principles. To register call Rita at the Mid-Valley office 297-5550. $10/person if you register by Oct 20 ($15/person after Oct 20). Friday evening, Oct 27, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm. Saturday, Oct 28, 9:00 - Noon.
Looking ahead.....
September 23 How To Lead a Great Small Group Meeting. Contact Wendi Mooney at Clovis Hills Community Church 297-2600 ext. 14.
September 23 Disability Ministry Workshop. 8:45 am - 1:00 pm, includes lunch. Northwest Church, 5415 N. West Ave, Fresno. Cost $25/person. Contact Joni and Friends at 227-5664 for more information and to register.
September 30 California Baptist Men's Softball Tournament in Tulare. Contact Cathy Glover at 229-9533 ext 255
October 6-8 Mother Daughter Retreat at Jenness Park. Contact Jenness Park at 1-800-258-7554. Email: registar@jennesspark.com.
November 13, 2006 World Missions Village: A Mission Experience for Children. Valley Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information contact Leslie Lee at llee@csbc.com.
November 14,2006 Minister's Wives Luncheon. Valley Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information please contact Leslie Lee at llee@csbc.com.
November 14, 2006 Windows on the World 2006 California Women's Meeting. Valley Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information contact Cathy Glover at cglover@csbc.com
December 28-30 Tsunami Student Conference, Long Beach. Contact Connie Thornton at 229-9533 ext. 245.
Have a good day,
Rita A. West
Ministry Assistant, MVSBA
1363 Fifth St., Clovis CA 93612
PH: 559-297-5550
Wednesday, September 06, 2006
Ordination - Javier Carrillo
Javier Carrillo was ordained as a Minister of the Gospel on Sunday September 3, 2006. Javier is the pastor of Nueva Vida and director of Tulare Street Baptist Center. James Page delivered the ordination message.
Friday, September 01, 2006
Rita's Weekly Update 8/31/06
Good afternoon,
It is already the end of August......where did the summer go? Mid-Valley Association office will be closed Monday, September 4 for Labor Day.
Prayer Requests
Family and friends of Caryl Borges who died last week. She served with IMB as a volunteer missionary at a hospital in Yemen. A service was held in her honor last weekend.
Minister's Breakfast Next Week....
Each Tuesday morning at Country Waffle, Blackstone & Dakota, 8:00 - 9:30 am. Ron Climer will be speaking on Tuesday 9/5. Subject: Dealing with Negative Emotions Part 2.
September is CMO Month...
You can find lots of good information about California Missions Offering at www.calmissions.com. Orders can be placed online.
Ministry Opportunity
Woodward Park Baptist Church Fresno has a paid position open for a Sound Technician for Sunday morning services and Wednesday evening rehearsals. Experience is required. For more information or to apply, contact Teresa Watts at 298-7087.
First Baptist Church of Oakhurst is seeking a contemporary music worship leader for Sunday morning services (9:30 and 10:30 am). Salary is negotiable. Please contact Associate Pastor Scott Mohr at 665-8011 (daytime #) or 868-8608 (evening #).
Sierra Heights Baptist Church Fresno is seeking an Administrative Assistant to assist Pastor Bonine. For complete details of the job position of to refer someone who would be qualified please contact Pastor Jeb Bonine at 435-2333.
Christian Women's Job Corp
Upcoming fundraisers:
(1) Sept 30th: Salad luncheon and Silent Auction. 11am-1pm, at The Bridge Community Church, 3438 E. Ashlan. Cost: $10 for lunch and whatever you want to spend on the silent auction. Contact Donna Cooper at 287-8763 for more information.
(2) October 26: Macy's Community Shopping Day. CWJC is selling $10 coupons for use at Macy's on Oct. 26th. The coupon gives the shopper 10%-20& off of nearly everything in the store. You can purchase your coupons by contacting Donna at 287-8763 or by email at midvalleycwjc@hotmail.com. CWJC keeps 100% of the proceeds from selling coupons.
Seminary Extension Classes for 2006-2007
Dynamics of Teaching: Sept. 12-Nov. 7, 2006. Teacher: Jeffrey Curtis, CSBC African American Church Starting Director
Survey of Missions: Nov. 14, 2006 - Jan 16, 2007. Teacher: Pastor Ted Cole
Baptist History: Jan. 23 - March 20, 2007. Teacher: Wendell Foss
Book of Acts: March 27 - May 22, 2007. Teacher: Pastor Jeb Bonine
Please call Rita at the MV office 297-5550 to register. Class fees are due on the first day of class.
Equip Bible Institute Classes for Fall 2006
Theology 106: begins September 11, 6:30-9:15 pm (10 sessions) with instructor, Tom Sims. Location: Baptist Temple, 4141 Fresno St, Fresno, 229-9379 or
647-2203.
Correction Biblical Interpretation 105: begins September 9, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm (10 sessions) with instructor, Philip Aaron. Location: FSBC Sanger, 1116 "O" St, Sanger, 646-0228.
Biblical Interpretation 105: begins September 11, 6:30 - 9:15 pm (10 sessions) with instructor, Pastor David Barr. Location: The Evangelical Free Church of Madera, 16760 N. Lake St, Madera, 673-1142 or 936-3558.
Contact Pastor Randy Brannon, EBI Director, at 674-1172 or Pastor Tom Sims at 229-9379 if you have any questions.
Mid-Valley Meetings
Executive Board Meeting - Thursday, September 14, 7:00 pm at Copper Springs Church, Clovis.
Annual Meeting - Saturday October 21, Crosspoint Church, Fresno. Time TBA.
Training /Leadership Events
September 21-23, 2006 Disaster Relief Training at First So. Baptist Church, Coalinga. Certification classes in Mass Feeding, Clean-Up and Recovery, Chainsaw Training, Chaplaincy, Communication, and Temporary Emergency Child Care. Don Hargis of CSBC will lead this event. Cost: $50/person -- please register ASAP. Contact Pastor Terry Glover at 935-0504.
September 18-20, 2006 Intentional Interim Pastor Training. Contact Leslie Lee, Church & Pastoral Care Dept, CSBC 229-9533 ext. 212.
October 27-28, 2006 Conflict God's Way: Biblical Strategies for Prevention and Intervention. Hosted by MVSBA at Copper Springs Church, Clovis. Led by Peter Celum. Pastors and lay leaders will learn about developing a culture of peace within your church. They will be able to equip people to strengthen relationship and resolve conflicts through biblical principles. To register call Rita at the Mid-Valley office 297-5550. $10/person if you register by Oct 20 ($15/person after Oct 20). Friday evening, Oct 27, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm. Saturday, Oct 28, 9:00 - Noon.
Looking ahead.....
September 23 How To Lead a Great Small Group Meeting. Contact Wendi Mooney at Clovis Hills Community Church 297-2600 ext. 14.
September 23 Disability Ministry Workshop. 8:45 am - 1:00 pm, includes lunch. Northwest Church, 5415 N. West Ave, Fresno. Cost $25/person. Contact Joni and Friends at 227-5664 for more information and to register.
September 30 California Baptist Men's Softball Tournament in Tulare. Contact Cathy Glover at 229-9533 ext 255
October 6-8 Mother Daughter Retreat at Jenness Park. Contact Jenness Park at 1-800-258-7554. Email: registar@jennesspark.com.
November 13, 2006 World Missions Village: A Mission Experience for Children. Valley Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information contact Leslie Lee at llee@csbc.com.
November 14,2006 Minister's Wives Luncheon. Valley Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information please contact Leslie Lee at llee@csbc.com.
November 14, 2006 Windows on the World 2006 California Women's Meeting. Valley Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information contact Cathy Glover at cglover@csbc.com
December 28-30 Tsunami Student Conference, Long Beach. Contact Connie Thornton at 229-9533 ext. 245.
Have a good day,
Rita A. West
Ministry Assistant, MVSBA
mvsba@yahoo.com
It is already the end of August......where did the summer go? Mid-Valley Association office will be closed Monday, September 4 for Labor Day.
Prayer Requests
Family and friends of Caryl Borges who died last week. She served with IMB as a volunteer missionary at a hospital in Yemen. A service was held in her honor last weekend.
Minister's Breakfast Next Week....
Each Tuesday morning at Country Waffle, Blackstone & Dakota, 8:00 - 9:30 am. Ron Climer will be speaking on Tuesday 9/5. Subject: Dealing with Negative Emotions Part 2.
September is CMO Month...
You can find lots of good information about California Missions Offering at www.calmissions.com. Orders can be placed online.
Ministry Opportunity
Woodward Park Baptist Church Fresno has a paid position open for a Sound Technician for Sunday morning services and Wednesday evening rehearsals. Experience is required. For more information or to apply, contact Teresa Watts at 298-7087.
First Baptist Church of Oakhurst is seeking a contemporary music worship leader for Sunday morning services (9:30 and 10:30 am). Salary is negotiable. Please contact Associate Pastor Scott Mohr at 665-8011 (daytime #) or 868-8608 (evening #).
Sierra Heights Baptist Church Fresno is seeking an Administrative Assistant to assist Pastor Bonine. For complete details of the job position of to refer someone who would be qualified please contact Pastor Jeb Bonine at 435-2333.
Christian Women's Job Corp
Upcoming fundraisers:
(1) Sept 30th: Salad luncheon and Silent Auction. 11am-1pm, at The Bridge Community Church, 3438 E. Ashlan. Cost: $10 for lunch and whatever you want to spend on the silent auction. Contact Donna Cooper at 287-8763 for more information.
(2) October 26: Macy's Community Shopping Day. CWJC is selling $10 coupons for use at Macy's on Oct. 26th. The coupon gives the shopper 10%-20& off of nearly everything in the store. You can purchase your coupons by contacting Donna at 287-8763 or by email at midvalleycwjc@hotmail.com. CWJC keeps 100% of the proceeds from selling coupons.
Seminary Extension Classes for 2006-2007
Dynamics of Teaching: Sept. 12-Nov. 7, 2006. Teacher: Jeffrey Curtis, CSBC African American Church Starting Director
Survey of Missions: Nov. 14, 2006 - Jan 16, 2007. Teacher: Pastor Ted Cole
Baptist History: Jan. 23 - March 20, 2007. Teacher: Wendell Foss
Book of Acts: March 27 - May 22, 2007. Teacher: Pastor Jeb Bonine
Please call Rita at the MV office 297-5550 to register. Class fees are due on the first day of class.
Equip Bible Institute Classes for Fall 2006
Theology 106: begins September 11, 6:30-9:15 pm (10 sessions) with instructor, Tom Sims. Location: Baptist Temple, 4141 Fresno St, Fresno, 229-9379 or
647-2203.
Correction Biblical Interpretation 105: begins September 9, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm (10 sessions) with instructor, Philip Aaron. Location: FSBC Sanger, 1116 "O" St, Sanger, 646-0228.
Biblical Interpretation 105: begins September 11, 6:30 - 9:15 pm (10 sessions) with instructor, Pastor David Barr. Location: The Evangelical Free Church of Madera, 16760 N. Lake St, Madera, 673-1142 or 936-3558.
Contact Pastor Randy Brannon, EBI Director, at 674-1172 or Pastor Tom Sims at 229-9379 if you have any questions.
Mid-Valley Meetings
Executive Board Meeting - Thursday, September 14, 7:00 pm at Copper Springs Church, Clovis.
Annual Meeting - Saturday October 21, Crosspoint Church, Fresno. Time TBA.
Training /Leadership Events
September 21-23, 2006 Disaster Relief Training at First So. Baptist Church, Coalinga. Certification classes in Mass Feeding, Clean-Up and Recovery, Chainsaw Training, Chaplaincy, Communication, and Temporary Emergency Child Care. Don Hargis of CSBC will lead this event. Cost: $50/person -- please register ASAP. Contact Pastor Terry Glover at 935-0504.
September 18-20, 2006 Intentional Interim Pastor Training. Contact Leslie Lee, Church & Pastoral Care Dept, CSBC 229-9533 ext. 212.
October 27-28, 2006 Conflict God's Way: Biblical Strategies for Prevention and Intervention. Hosted by MVSBA at Copper Springs Church, Clovis. Led by Peter Celum. Pastors and lay leaders will learn about developing a culture of peace within your church. They will be able to equip people to strengthen relationship and resolve conflicts through biblical principles. To register call Rita at the Mid-Valley office 297-5550. $10/person if you register by Oct 20 ($15/person after Oct 20). Friday evening, Oct 27, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm. Saturday, Oct 28, 9:00 - Noon.
Looking ahead.....
September 23 How To Lead a Great Small Group Meeting. Contact Wendi Mooney at Clovis Hills Community Church 297-2600 ext. 14.
September 23 Disability Ministry Workshop. 8:45 am - 1:00 pm, includes lunch. Northwest Church, 5415 N. West Ave, Fresno. Cost $25/person. Contact Joni and Friends at 227-5664 for more information and to register.
September 30 California Baptist Men's Softball Tournament in Tulare. Contact Cathy Glover at 229-9533 ext 255
October 6-8 Mother Daughter Retreat at Jenness Park. Contact Jenness Park at 1-800-258-7554. Email: registar@jennesspark.com.
November 13, 2006 World Missions Village: A Mission Experience for Children. Valley Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information contact Leslie Lee at llee@csbc.com.
November 14,2006 Minister's Wives Luncheon. Valley Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information please contact Leslie Lee at llee@csbc.com.
November 14, 2006 Windows on the World 2006 California Women's Meeting. Valley Baptist Church, Bakersfield. For more information contact Cathy Glover at cglover@csbc.com
December 28-30 Tsunami Student Conference, Long Beach. Contact Connie Thornton at 229-9533 ext. 245.
Have a good day,
Rita A. West
Ministry Assistant, MVSBA
mvsba@yahoo.com
Links
Links are the esssence of networking - whet the he they are hyper links, human links, or holy links (spiritual disciplines that bring us into the presence of God).
I just thought I'd throw that in for what it is worth because some links can be all three at the same time.
Never discount the importance of links and cross links.
-Tom Sims
I just thought I'd throw that in for what it is worth because some links can be all three at the same time.
Never discount the importance of links and cross links.
-Tom Sims
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