Weekly Update from Mid-Valley So. Baptist Assoc.

		January 18, 2007 Mid-Valley So. Baptist Assoc. News and Notes Good afternoon
Prayer Requests
		Please be in prayer for Pete Carline and family. Mrs Dolly Carline passed away last Sunday evening. Services will be Friday, Jan. 19, 12:30 pm at Cornelia Avenue Baptist Chruch.
Leadership Development
		Lunchtime Leadership Series 2007 What: Willow creek Leadership Summit - DVD followed by group discussion. Time: Thursday from 11:30 am - 1:15 pm Place: Crosspoint Church, 2518 N. Cedar, Fresno (in the Green Room) Registration: None required, bring own lunch Who: Pastors, staff, lay leaders will benefit Dates: January 25, 2007: The Life Cycle of a Leader, by Bill Hybels February 8: Silos, Politics, and Turf Wars, by Patrick Lencioni February 22: Dead Leader Running, by Wayne Cordiero March 8: Focused Leadership - My Best Leadership Decision, by Andy Stanley March 22: Tribal Warfare, by Peg Neuhauser April 12: When Business Thinking Fails the Church, by Jim Collins S eries "I Promise" Marriage Seminar with Dr. Gary Smalley. The "I Promise" Marriage Seminar will transform the way couples build healthy, secure relationships. Dr. Gary Smalley ad his son, Greg, has reduced 40 years of research into Five Promises. Whether you are 18 or 80, married or planning to get married, "I Promise" is for you! Each promise will make your spouse fell safe, highly valued and committed for life. In just one seminar "I Promise" will teach: 5 Core Promises that will double your security and marriage satisfaction in one week. 3 powerful ways to improve your relationship with God. 3 ways to help your spouse win every argument...while you win. Learn the biggest marriage mistake that most couples make. Why marital trials and limitations are the secret to intimacy. When: January 26, 7 - 10 pm; January 27, 8:30am - 12:30 pm. Where: Clovis Hills Community Church Cost: $75 for a 2 ticket pack; $40 for single ticket Visit www.clovishills.com for more information. The Church & It's Finances: A Stewardship Workshop -- Church Treasurer Training for the Church Under 200 Saturday, February 3, 8:00 am - Noon, at Copper Springs Church, 1363 Fifth Street, Clovis. This seminar will be led by Wesley May, CSBC Stewardship Consultant. The cost is $10/person. Please call Rita at MV office to register. 297-5550. 2007 Central Valley Ministry Forum with Reggie McNeal, director of Leadership Development for the South Carolina Baptist Convention. Topics to be covered: practicing self-awareness, self- management and self-discipline, mission and decision making, belonging and aloneness. Who should attend: pastors, ministry teams, youth directors, lay leaders, anyone interested in spiritual discipline and leadership. Mid-Valley Association has six (6) tickets available on a first come first served basis at the reduced cost of $30/each. Please call Rita at 297-5550 if you would like to join Rich and other MV pastors at this Ministry Forum. Ticket cost: $35/individual; $240/table of 8. Date/time: Thursday, February 15, 2007, 8:00 am - 3:00pm Location: Special Events Cneter, Fresno Pacific University CSBC Leadership Events On Target Evangelism Conference, Feb.26-27, Riverside CA. For more information go to www.ontar getevangelism.com or email evangelism@csbc.com or phone 229-9533 ext. 245 Ministers' Leadership Cruise, April 23-27. Inspiration, education, restoration and recreation on this 4-day Carnival Cruise for ministers, spouses and their families. Visit www.csbc.com 2007 Church Music Workshop North, Sat. January 27, Trinity Baptist Church, Livermore. For more information contact Kathy Foxen at 299-9533 ext 259 or kfoxen@csbc.com.
Fellowship/Networking
		Minister's Breakfast Next Week.... Each Tuesday morning at Country Waffle, Blackstone & Dakota, 8:00 - 9:30 am. Pastor Tom Sims will lead in Small Group Prayer Time on Tuesday, Jan 23. Plan to attend the Minister's Breakfast on Tuesday, Jan 30 as Pastor Lee Yarbrough talks about up coming Children's CAmp 2007 -- lots of new things happening with camp!!!!! All pastors are invited to attend the breakfast and bring along thier Children's and youth directors. Each person attending will receive a promotional camp T-shirt. Look for more information coming to you from Tom Sims. Pastors Prayer Cluster Mid-Valley pastors meet every Thursday at 10:00 am, Crosspoint Church. Join us as we pray for our churches and community. For further information, please contact Pastor Johnny Mendez at 227-5366 or 824-4821. Childrens Camp 2007 New format, new activities, exciting music, challenging recreation, mission project, reduced price!!! Two great camping opportunities for 2007: 6th through 8th Grade Camp - June 17-20, 2007 - God's Purpose, Plan, and People 3rd through 5th Grade Camp June 20-23, 2007 - Bible Bee: Discovering God's Word in God's Creation Location: Camp Sierra. Lee Yarbrough, Camp Director. Check here for updates, program collaboration, and fund-raising ideas to send kids to camp.
Church News
		Skate Competition at The Temple Skate Church Sunday, March 4, 5:00 pm. Prizes such as new decks, wheels, and skate board accessories will be given to the best out of 2 heats. The Temple Skate Church meets every Sunday at 3:00 pm, at Baptist Temple Church, 4141 N. Fresno St. For more information contact Bill Tucker at 213-6079 or email at templesk8@zoomshare.com. Click here for more information, pictures, videos cool links and more! Cornelia Avenue Baptist Church Fresno is seeking a Church Secretary. The position is part-time (3 days per week, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm), salary is negotiable. If you are interested or know someone who might be interested and qualified please contact Pastor Randy Maynard at rgmaynard1@aol.com or call the church office at 277-1533 First Baptist Church, Oakhurst is seeking a Youth Leader/Minister. The position is part-time (about 40 hours per/week). The salary and transportation compensation are negotiable. They are looking for someonw who has a heart for youth, who will develop relationship both in and out of church, and will help the youth grow in knowledge and character. If you are interested please contact Pasor Richard Cavoretto at 683-6101. El Encino Baptist Church Fresno is hosting a Spanish Speaking Bible Study for Women. The study begins Thursday evening, Jan. 18, 7:00 pm and is taught by Naomi Vera. There will be a charge for class materials. For more information contact Minnie at El Encino 264-5330.
Youth News
		Youth Purity Weekend We need to equip teenagers in their battle for purity. On the weekend of March 23-25, Woodward Park Baptist Church is hosting a purity weekend for youth. Will Snipes (2006 Centrifuge Camp Pastor at Jenness Park) will be the guest speaker for the weekend. This DiscipleNow weekend will include worship services, guys/girls only talk times, and small discussion groups. The weekend will also have a Saturday afternoon activity and a Saturday evening variety show. All churches are welcome to participate with their Jr High and High School students. Please contact Mike Lacaze, Student Pastor, at 298-7087 or pastormike@wwpbc.org for more information.
Administration
		A member of a MV church would like to donate a Yamaha organ and bench in excellent condition with all the "extras" to a church or mission. Call the MV office at 297-5550 if interested. Read on...
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