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CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST) April 2018
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Mile Marker #100: Spring of Hope
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Revs. Don Dewey & Susan Gonzales Dewey Co-Regional Ministers |
By Don and Susan Dewey, Co-Regional Ministers
"It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity, it was the season of Light, it was the season of Darkness, it was the spring of hope, it was the winter of despair..."
So begins the 1859 historical novel by Charles Dickens, A Tale of Two Cities. Reflecting on our world today and specifically what is going on in America, this same sense emerged for me that we are in the best of times and the worst of times.
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YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT NEWS
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Open Application Period for Youth Immersion Ministry (YIM) and Youth Leadership Team (YLT)
If you or someone you know has a passion for leadership, public speaking, community networking, or developing authentic Christian faith, YIM and YLT are currently accepting applications. Read more
Global Service Projects
The PSWR Youth and Young Adult Ministries are excited to be sending young people for service projects to three locations this summer: Hawaii (FCC Honolulu), Mexico (Iglesia de Todas las Naciones), and Washington D.C./Virginia. During these trips we will learn about cultural contexts for ministry, leadership within those contexts, and provide practical assistance to the communities we visit. Read more
Young Adult Israel-Palestine Trip
Ten young adults from the PSWR will be traveling to Israel-Palestine on May 29-June 9 to experience and learn about the civil/religious discord in the territories. Read more
"EMPOWERING TO BE THE BEST YOU!" Young Adult Leadership and Development - Obra Hispana and PSWR Partnership
On May 30 - June 2, the PSWR Young Adult Ministry (ages 18-35) and Obra Hispana will be hosting a Hispanic Commission for young adults in the PSWR and beyond. Participants will receive a solid foundation for future programming, leadership, and for church connectivity, with an emphasis on anti-racism and unity. Read more
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Camp Early-bird and Scholarship Deadline is nearly here!
The camp early-bird deadline is on April 9. Please register your youth and children next week for summer camp to be certain to get the discounted rate.
April 9th is also the deadline for camp scholarship applications. Visit www.disciplespswr.org/camp to register and download the scholarship applications today!
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FREE open house event at Loch Leven, loaded with guided tours, tree climbing, archery, new trails, a bounce house, and more! Come up with friends, picnic in the meadow, and enjoy a fun day at camp.
Click here for more details.
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@ The Table
Date: Tuesday, April 3 |
Time: 5:00 PM- 6:30 PM
Location:Disciples Seminary Foundation, Claremont, CA (Great Room)
DSF/DOC/UCC Student Wally Hoegar Preaching
Date: Tuesday April 3 |
Time: 4:00 PM- 5:00 PM
Location: Claremont School of Theology Kresge Chapel
DSF Mission and Peace Fellowship
Date: Friday, April 13 |
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Location: Disciples Seminary Foundation, Claremont, CA (Great Room)
@ The Table
Date: Tuesday, April 17 |
Time: 5:00 PM- 6:30 PM
Location:Disciples Seminary Foundation, Claremont, CA (Great Room)
DSF/DOC Student Rev. Jose Morales Preaching
Date: Tuesday, April 17 |
Time: 4:00 PM- 5:00 PM
Location: Claremont School of Theology Kresge Chapel
Seed Planters
Date: Tuesday, April 20 |
Time: 9:30 AM- 12:30 PM
Location:Disciples Seminary Foundation, Claremont, CA (Great Room)
Rev. Sayam Muangsak Visit from Thailand
Date: Tuesday, April 23 |
Time: 11:00 AM- 1:00 PM
Location: Disciples Seminary Foundation, Claremont, CA (Great Room)
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Join us on Thursday, April 5th for a unique opportunity to hear the news of the Puerto Rican disaster and recovery by Rev. Daphne M. Salcedo, a Disciples of Christ pastor from the island. The Global Ministries Committee UCC/DOC and Church of the Foothills (UCC/DOC) will host the evening event on Thursday, April 5th at 7:00 pm at 19211 Dodge Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92705. Rev. Salcedo is the mother of Rev. Daphne M. Gascot Arias, Senior Pastor of Downey Memorial Christian Church. Read Rev. Salcedo's bio here.
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SCHEDULING YOUR NEXT EVENT?
Please review the Regional Calendar before your group, unit, or committee schedules your next event. To have your event publicized regionally, please visit our
webpage to learn how.
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by Tanya Lopez, Regional Disciples Women Staff
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Three Takeaways from Columbia Business School
By Maria Francesca French, Director of Innovative Training and Creative Strategies for Hatchery LA
I and my colleagues at Hatchery LA, along with Disciples of Christ leaders from Urban Mission and First Christian Church Oceanside, have just finished a 6-month incubation process in Spiritual Entrepreneurship led by Columbia University School of Business and Glean Incubator...
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La Voz de la Convención es la nueva sección de nuestra Convención Hispana del Pacifico dentro del "Newsletter" de la Región Suroeste del Pacifico. Esta columna tiene como propósito de informar nuestras futuras actividades, celebraciones y eventos dentro de nuestra Convención. Si su iglesia celebra aniversario o desea invitar las demás congregaciones para algún evento, favor de comunicarse con este servidor y con mucho gusto esteremos anunciando su evento en esta columna informativa.
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EARTH DAY 2018 PAPER SHREDDING AND RECYCLING
Harbor Christian Church is hosting a free paper shredding event for our community and surrounding church partners. We are promoting Harbor's pledge to be a green chalice church. Last year, HCC shredded and recycled 4.3 tons of local communities papers. This effort saved 73 trees. Join us as we work save even more.
When: Saturday, April 21, 2018
Time:
11 am - 2 pm
Where:
Harbor Christian Church,
2401 Irvine Ave,
Newport Beach, CA 92660
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Pasadena Christian Church Celebrates 134 years of Community Life and Service to God
You are invited to the final service at Pasadena Christian Church on
Sunday, June 10, 2018
Service at 10:30 am, with
lunch reception following
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CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS FOR CLERGY
SEED PLANTERS AT DISCIPLES SEMINARY FOUNDATION
Date: Tuesday, April 20 | Time: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Location:Disciples Seminary Foundation, Claremont, CA (Great Room)
VA COMMUNITY CLERGY TRAINING: HELPING VETERANS ACCESS CARE AND RESOURCES (.3 CE UNITS)
Wednesday, April 25, 2018 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
VA Loma Linda Healthcare Center 26001 Redlands Blvd, Redlands, CA 92373
PHILLIPS SEMINARY: MINISTRY TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
Please visit our
CEU webpage on the Regional website for more information.
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As we transition to our new Fullerton location, if you would like to schedule meeting space please contact Janelle Vannoy at 626-296-0385 or email
[email protected].
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CLERGY CAPTIONS & CONGREGATIONAL NEWS
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Clergy Captions
Darrell Haley, Senior Pastor of South Pasadena Christian Church, has been named as our region's new General Board representative.
Brian Daly, Pastor of Pacific Beach Christian Church, will be on Sabbatical leave from July 23 thru October 14, 2018
Rebecca Littlejohn, Pastor of Vista La Mesa Christian Church, has returned from Sabbatical leave.
Prayers of Support
Please keep Rev. Nora Jacob in your prayers as she is home recovering from a minor medical procedure.
Celebrations
First Christian Church, San Bernardino will celebrate their 150th Anniversary on April 28th.
The Chancel Choir of First Christian Church, Las Vegas, under the direction of Timothy Cooper, recently culminated their 2017 season with a performance at Carnegie Hall. The concert, produced by Distinguished Concerts International New York, featured the world premiere of Mark Hayes' "International Carol Suites." They participated with 15 other choirs from across the United States and a full symphonic orchestra directed by Mr. Hayes.
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GENERAL NEWS AND RESOURCES
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Unite to End Racism
On April 3-5, 2018 the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the USA and our partners will gather in Washington, D.C. for a historic event to launch its Truth and Racial Justice Initiative. As we mark 50 years since the assassination of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on April 4, 1968, we will commit to do our part to eradicate the entrenched racism that grips the United States and paralyzes our ability to see every human being as equal.
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Free Hymnals Available to Your Church
The Second/First Church, located in Rockford Illinois, is looking for a church to donate their "Chalice Hymnals" to. Contact
Paul Laprade,
Minister of Music at
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PREPARING YOUR CHURCH AND MEMBERS TO SURVIVE!
Organizations and their staff face a variety of hazards. The Ready Business program can help your church and members plan for these hazards.
Learn more
OTHER RESOURCES FOR CHURCH SAFETY
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UNITY DECLARATION ON RACISM AND POVERTY
General Minister and President Rev. Terri Hord Owens, Rev. Lori Tapia, National Pastor for Hispanic Ministries, and Dr. Cynthia Hale, Founding Pastor, Ray of Hope Christian Church were signatories to the following statement of a group of clergy and religious leaders called The Circle of Protection. Read the full statement.
Disciples can find more ways to get involved in the fight against racism and poverty with the Poor People's Campaign: A National Call for Moral Revival,
supported at the 2017 General Assembly.
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We believe God calls the Pacific Southwest Region
to be a movement for wholeness in a fragmented world.
OUR VISION, to be a faithful, growing church that demonstrates true community,
deep Christian spirituality and passion for justice (Micah 6:8); and,
OUR MISSION, to be and to share the Good News of Jesus Christ, witnessing, loving and
serving from our doorsteps "to the ends of the earth". (Acts 1:8)
Pacific Southwest Regional Church Mission Statement
Regional Board of Directors; Adopted September 15, 2003
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Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Pacific Southwest Region
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