TOMORROW, SUNDAY, APRIL 28, we’ll be starting a new series on the life of Joseph. Did you know that Joseph’s story takes up more space in the book of Genesis than the story of Abraham? We’ll be digging into Genesis 37. I encourage you to read it sometime before heading to church tomorrow.
NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER, THIS THURSDAY, MAY 2, 6 TO 7 PM: We will gather with other local churches to pray together as the body of Christ at the Oxnard Beach Park, 1601 S. Harbor Blvd., Oxnard. Mark your calendars now! (Paid parking is $1 per hour.)
BUDDY TRAINING, NEXT SATURDAY, MAY 4: Families in our community who have children with special needs need our support! Buddy Training provides info on how to help by being a Buddy at Buddy Break, a free respite program where kids have fun and parents get a break from their on-going child care responsibilities. Buddy Training is from 9:00-11:00 am. Snacks will be provided. Adults go through a free back-ground check and children can serve as Buddy Helpers. Sign up at the table in the lobby this Sunday or write “Buddy” on your Connection Card. Contact Tana Seufert at 805.824.5794 or [email protected] with any questions.
RESCUE MISSION OUTREACH, SATURDAY, MAY 4: Oxnard outreach is from 4:15-6:15 pm. To sign up, write “Rescue Mission” on your Connection Card this Sunday or go online to our website under the Get Connected tab. Contact Stuart Baker at [email protected] or 805.427.5528, if you have any questions.
PRAYER FOR MISSIONS, SUNDAY, MAY 5: On the first Sunday of each month, please gather in the Worship Center after the 2nd service to pray for the missions and missionaries that Gold Coast supports. For more information, contact Mike or Lynne Yeaman at [email protected] or 805.331.3899.
MEN’S BREAKFAST, SATURDAY, MAY 18: Men, join us at 7:30 am for our first breakfast of the year. Plan on good food and good conversation as we discuss the most important attributes men need to survive in today’s modern world. (Note the new time). Scrambled eggs & tortillas, $5 donation, first time guests are free. Sign up at the table in the lobby on Sunday.
3RD SATURDAY SERVE DAY, SATURDAY, MAY 18: Here is your opportunity to do various service projects for seniors, disabled residents, and under-resourced families on the 3rd Saturday of most months. Projects are based on those who sign up. Serve May 18th from 9:30- 3:30 pm. If you are interested in participating, go to the Welcome Desk on Sunday and fill out a Serve Day form. If you have any questions, contact Darrell Foote at 805.660.3061 or [email protected].
DAILY BIBLE READING SCHEDULE:
Saturday April 27 2 Sam 2; 1 Chr 11; Ps 142; Mt 14
Sunday April 28 2 Sam 3; 1 Chr 12;Mt 15
Monday April 29 2 Sam 4-5; Ps 139; Mt 16
Tuesday April 30 2 Sam 6; 1 Chr 13 – Ps 68; Mt 17
Wednesday May 1 1 Chr 14-15; Ps 132; Mt 18
Thursday May 2 1 Chr 16; Ps 106; Mt & 19
Friday May 3 2 Sam 7; 1 Chr 17; Ps 2; Mt 20
Saturday May 4 2 Sam 8- 9; 1 Chr 18-19; Mt 21
Sunday May 5 2 Sam 10;1 Chr 20; Ps 20; Mt 22
Love,
Scott