IN THIS UPDATE:
I HOPE YOU HAD A GREAT THANKSGIVING and you took some time to reflect on all the blessings God has poured out to you and thanked him for them.
REMEMBER THIS SUNDAY(NOVEMBER 25) IS OUR ONE COMBINED WORSHIP SERVICE AT 10:00 AM. Our regular schedule of Sunday morning worship times of 9:15 and 10:45 will be suspended on that day so we can all come together in one service at 10 AM. I’m really looking forward to sharing some exciting news with you! A FREE LUNCH WILL BE SERVED IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE SERVICE so plan on relaxing a bit, having a bite to eat and enjoying the company of your Gold Coast family!
ADVENT DEVOTIONAL GUIDE AVAILABLE THIS SUNDAY: This 30-day devotional will help you journey through the upcoming Advent season. Pick up a copy in the lobby on Sunday. (One devotional booklet per family, please.)
DISCOVERY COVE (OUR CHILDREN’S MINISTRY HERE AT GOLD COAST) IS LOOKING FOR A FEW MORE HANDS TO SERVE! Every time a child comes to Gold Coast, they are taught that they are LOVED Jesus and his church! Presently, there are opportunities to serve either on Sunday mornings and Wednesday nights. Interesting in finding out more about how an hour a month can make an eternal impact? Contact Krystal Cooper at krystalcooper@live.com or Sharon Wilson at swlighthouse81@gmail.com to find out more.
NINOS DE BAJA SHOEBOXES: It’s time to donate filled shoeboxes for the children of Guadalupe Valley in Mexico for Christmas! Last year, there were 1,700 children at the event. Boxes and lists are available in the lobby. RETURN DEADLINE IS THIS SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 25. Donations are welcome, too. Just put “Shoebox” on the memo line of your check.
NINOS DE BAJA MISSIONS TRIP: The missions trip to Ninos de Baja is to distribute the shoebox gifts to the children on December 8. Very limited space on this trip due to limited housing on site. PREFERENCE IS FOR FIRST-TIMERS. Passport required. Estimated $100/person, $50 deposit to a hold spot. Put “Mexico Trip” on the memo line of your check. Contact Michael Yeaman at yeaman7@hotmail.com with any questions.
CHRISTMAS DECORATING AT GOLD COAST FACILITY, THIS TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 27: Help set up Christmas decorations at the facility starting at 12:30 pm. Sign up by writing “Decoration” on your Connection Card this Sunday or sign up on our website.
MEN’S BREAKFAST & TOOL EXCHANGE, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1, 8:30 TO 10:00 AM: Take advantage of this EOO (excellent outreach opportunity)! Invite friends, neighbors, co-workers, etc. who need Jesus and/or a church home to join you. In addition, it promises to be a great time for fellowship, being encouraged and challenged in your spiritual growth, and enjoying a good breakfast! $5 per person or free to first time guests. Sign up at the table in the lobby by the Welcome Desk this Sunday or go online. Contact George Garcia at gsgarciains@yahoo.com or 302.8475, if you have any questions.
RESCUE MISSION OUTREACH, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1,FROM 4:15 to 6:15 PM: To sign up, go online or write “Rescue Mission” on your Connection Card. You can contact Stuart Baker at 805.427.5528 or stuartbaker45@aol.com, if you have any questions.
LADIES’ COOKIE EXCHANGE, SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9, 4 PM, 751 BIG HORN CT., CAMARILLO: “‘Tis the season to be sweet, so bring 4 dozen of your favorite treat!” Ladies, this is a fun and non-threatening event to invite and bring other women to who don’t yet know Jesus and/or have a church home! RSVP to Margie Cantu at 805-660-1187.
CHRISTMAS SHOPPE, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8: You’re invited to be part of the fun at the 6th annual Disability Christmas Shoppe to benefit families who have children with special needs/disabilities! There will be new toys, kid’s clothing, and other items for parents to choose as Christmas gifts for all of the children in their family. It will be a festive day filled with Christmas music, refreshments, entertainment, childcare, gift wrapping, sharing the gospel and an opportunity for prayer.
You can be a part of this special event by:
Donating new toys, gifts, or gift cards by December 2nd
Collecting new toys at your home or place of work
Serving before, on the day of the Shoppe, or afterwards
Sign up at the table in the lobby or go online.
Volunteer online under the Get Connected tab on our website.
WORSHIP CENTER RE-MODEL PROJECT: After thirteen years, it is time to give our worship center a facelift! With Gold Coast people volunteering the manpower, the estimated cost of materials and supplies for the project is $10,000. We are looking to raise those funds with over-and-above gifts/donations. Be sure to check out the display table in the lobby this Sunday. You’ll be able to see pictures of the concept created by Aaron Nicholls as well as sign-up to volunteer to serve on the project.
The project begins in January. Volunteer opportunities include carpet removal, loading dumpsters, recovering sounds panels, painting, carpentry, etc.
Questions? Contact Sharon Wilson at 805-204-8644.
STEPHEN MINISTERS ARE AVAILABLE: In difficult times, God’s love is especially precious to us, and it is very important to know someone who cares. Our congregation has trained Stephen Ministers who offer a ministry of Christian caring. To find out more about being trained as a Stephen Minister or to receive a Stephen Minister’s care, write “Stephen Ministry” on your Connection Card and place it in the offering basket this Sunday or call Art or Rose Flatray at 805.987.1428 for more information.
PRAYER TIME EVERY SUNDAY MORNING: You’re invited to Sunday morning Prayer Time from 8:30-9:00 am in the Youth Room every Sunday! Come for a couple of minutes or stay longer. This is open to everyone! Prayer cards with suggested topics will be available – you can pray aloud or silently. You can contact Anne Romero if you have any questions at anne2grace@gmail.
DAILY BIBLE READING SCHEDULE:
Friday November 23 Mt 14-16
Saturday November 24 Mt 17-19
Sunday November 25 Mt 20-22
Monday November 26 Mt 23-25
Tuesday November 27 Ps 125; Mt 26-27
Wednesday November 28 Mt 28; 1 Th 1-3
Thursday November 29 1 Th 4-5; 2 Th 1-3
Friday November 30 Rom 1-4
Saturday December 1 Rom 5-8
Sunday December 2 Rom 9-12
I can’t wait to see you on Sunday!
Scott