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CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST) June 2019
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Mile Marker #114: A Fresh Wind Blowing
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Revs. Don Dewey &
Susan Gonzales Dewey
Co-Regional Ministers |
By Don and Susan Dewey, Co-Regional Ministers
The Pentecost Season is just around the corner and there is a fresh wind blowing within the PSWR!
Christian communities around the world will soon celebrate the season of Pentecost as the birth of the Church. This season commemorates the coming of God's Holy Spirit to all people in a language that all could understand. This was affirmed in the message of Peter, who quoting the prophet Joel said, "This is what I will do in the last days, God says: I will pour out my Spirit on everyone!"...
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SUMMER CAMP STARTS SOON - REGISTER TODAY!
June 23 - 29 CYF 2 Entering grades 11 & 12, and graduated seniors
June 23 - 26 *Mini Camp Entering grades 1 - 3
June 30 - July 6 Chi Rho Entering grades 6 - 8
July 7 - July 13 CYF1 Entering grades 9 & 10
July 14 - July 20 Junior Camp Entering grades 4 & 5
July 17 - 19 *Wee Camp Ages 3 - Entering Kinder (Child attends with parent)
*Note that Mini Camp and Wee Camp will take place the same week as another camp.
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Welcome
Nicholas Selway as Loch Leven's New Camp Manager
We are excited to introduce Nicholas Selway as Loch Leven's new Camp Manager!
Nicholas is a graduate from California State University, San Bernardino and a proud camp professional. Read more
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New Camp Ministry Committee:
SUMMER CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
We have dreamed of achieving a level of sustainability in camp ministry that would allow all campers to attend camp at a very low cost. The PSWR and so many individuals have been tremendously generous in helping move us closer to achieving this dream. However, as expected, the operational costs of camp continue to rise each year. Likewise, the need for scholarship monies also increases as more folks attend camp.
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YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT NEWS
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You're invited for the
1st ever virtual choir! This remote collaboration works by recording your singing and sending it in to us. We'll stitch together all of the singers into one giant sonic collage debuting at General Assembly! Can't travel to Des Moines? No worries! Our Church will see and experience your powerful voice & the young people throughout the Disciples of Christ. This is your chance! Show the world what God's doing through your generation.
For song information, visit
https://pswryouthya.lpages.co/virtual-choir/
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Camp Leadership Training
The Camp Ministry Committee is so excited for summer camp and we are currently looking for volunteers!
Whether you are returning as a volunteer or you've never been to camp, The Camp Ministry Committee wants to prepare you to serv
e well by providing top notch volunteer training. Our Camp Leadership Training will take place on Saturday, June 8th at Loch Leven Camp and Conference Center with guest camp expert, Jim Cain. We will cover the camp basics as well as empower you with the tools and resources to be prepared for camp in a leadership role. All 2019 summer camp volunteers are required to attend this training day...
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Global Service Projects: Midwest to the East Coast
This Year, we are sending several select youth to participate in the Duke Youth Academy at Duke Divinity School in Durham, North Carolina.
.. and over 200 youth will gather at our General Assembly in
Des Moines, Iowa. These projects will engage young people in leadership training, Disciples' Identity, Hospitality, and Service Projects for homeless youth. They will return to the PSWR with skills, experiences, and stories to share about their faith and the work of the broader Church. Please join us in praying for these young folks as we finalize trip details and programming. We are grateful to our Regional Church (that means you!) for the support and love given to make these amazing projects possible!
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You are invited to bring your family and church friends to experience a beautiful day of fellowship and fishing on Tuesday, August 6 out of San Pedro. Details of cost and time will be released in the coming weeks. Click here for more information.
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NEW Young Adult Online Bible Study
Friday Mornings | 10:00 a.m.
No homework. No preparation. No stress. Log online for scripture reading, discussion, and prayer. It is a great way to stay connected to what's important with people who are just trying to live life in love. Everyone 18 to 35 years old are welcome. As we grow, additional times and groups may develop. We are beginning with the story of Job. If you are interested, contact BJ Barlow (
[email protected]
) or Jess Kim (
[email protected]
) for log-in information.
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YLT ADULT LEADERS NEEDED
The Youth Leadership Team is a regional Christian leadership training program for high school students who are passionate about camp ministry and building community. Each year YLT serves to provide support leadership to the various summer camp programs offered in the PSWR...
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UPCOMING EVENTS AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
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Sponsors for the Don Shelton Memorial Golf Classic
We are seeking sponsors for this years golf tournament!
With your help, we hope to make 2019's event a success!
Head over to our page at
http://www.disciplespswr.org/golf-tournament to learn more about the event and how to become a sponsor.
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Get Ready for #ABIDE2019
Click here
to learn about the PSWR reception on July 22, who you will see serving at General Assembly, and much more!
GA Workshop Events
CEUs available
General Assembly always presents wonderful and engaging opportunities for education, sharing ideas with others, and participating in meaningful and resource-building discussion.
Pre-Assembly events include:
Clergy Retreat: Resilient Hearts, Leaders, Communities
Doing and Denying Justice: A History of the Christian Church and Social Justice
Shine 2019
To learn more about General Assembly education opportunities,
click here.
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Volunteers Needed at All Peoples Community Center
We need your help to bring play to kids in South L.A. - Vernon-Central!
On Thursday, June 20, 2019 volunteers from All Peoples Community Center and Warner Music Group, in partnership with KaBOOM!, will build a great new place for kids to play in ONE day. Community Volunteers are needed on June 18th and June 20th to help build the new playground!
For more information or to sign up, click here.
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Staff offices are up and running on the second floor of our new address, 115 E. Wilshire Avenue, Fullerton, CA 92832. The phone number will remain (626) 296-0385. Click here for the list of updated email addresses.
If you would like to schedule meeting space please contact Janelle Vannoy at [email protected]
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The
Regional Minister Search Committee
is excited to be recommending a candidate to the Board on June 15th. Praise God for leading us in the search! Please pray for the candidate and continue to keep the Search Committee in your prayers. After June 15th, details can be seen on our webpage at
www.disciplespswr.org/minister-search.
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by Tanya Lopez, Disciples Women Coordinating Minister
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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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Spencer Burke: Launching Common Cause Communities
Greetings colleagues and friends! Please join me in celebrating a new era of leadership for Hatchery LA. It has been my great pleasure to work alongside Maria French who is stepping into the role of Director as I rotate off PSWR Regional staff. As the ministry of Hatchery LA continues, spurring innovation and being an incubator for Spiritual Entrepreneurs
, Maria brings leadership skills that will take Hatchery LA to new levels of scalability and sustainability... Continue Reading
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Click here first
smile.amazon.com/ch/95-1534943 before shopping with Amazon, and Amazon will donate .5% of your purchase to the Pacific Southwest Region.
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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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CLERGY CAPTIONS & CONGREGATIONAL NEWS
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Rae Karim has been called as Senior Pastor of First Christian Church, Honolulu in Honolulu, HI.
Rip Rippetoe
was ordained on Saturday, June 1st at Pacific Beach Christian Church in San Diego. Rip was installed on June 2nd at Pacific Beach Christian Church during their morning service.
Deborah Rice was ordained on June 2nd at Harbor Christian Church in Newport Beach.
Cisa Payuyo
will be ordained on Sunday, June 9th at Chapman University's Fish Interfaith Center, the ordination service will begin at 4:00 p.m.
VeAnn Clark will be ordained on June 9th at Church of the Valley in Van Nuys during the morning service, the ordination service will begin at 10:30 a.m.
Dr. Joi Robinson will be
ordained on Saturday, J
une 29th, 11:00 a.m.
at Abundant Life Christian
Church.
Rev. Mitch Becker, pastor of First Christian Church, Antelope Valley, announced his retirement as of June 30, 2019.
Rev. Richard Kurrasch, Interim pastor of First Christian Church, Morro Bay, announced his retirement as of June 30, 2019.
Rev. Spencer Burke will complete his time as Founder/Director of HatcheryLA, a ministry of the PSWR, June 30, 2019.
Rev. Dr. Jose Morales has been called to the position of Assistant Professor of Comparative Religion and Philosophy for Claremont School of Theology.
Rev. Frank Hamilton, pastor of First Christian Church, Ontario, announced his retirement as of July 1, 2019.
Rev. Dan Moore has completed his time as pastor of Clairemont Christian Church.
Rev. Fred Schaeffer has completed his time as Interim pastor for First Christian Church, Hemet.
Celebrations
Congratulations to
Al Lopez,
Nora Jacob and
Stephen Patten in receiving the 2019 Distinguished Alums award for their collaborative ministry at UrbanMission in Pomona, on May 20th at Claremont School of Theology!
We also celebrate graduations within our region. Below are some of our graduating Students:
Rev. Darrell Haley
graduated with his DMin,
presented with Presidential Award for Academic Excellence.
Tim Burnett
graduated with his DMin
Rev. Layne Beamer
graduated with his DMin
Rev. Bob Bock
graduated with his DMin
Rev. Jose Morales
graduated with his PhD
Rafael Reyes
graduated with his PhD
Leah Laird
graduated with an MA
Courtney Armento
graduated with her MDiv
Beth Parker
graduated with her MDiv
Sam Ramirez
graduated with his MDiv
Rip Rippetoe
graduated with his MDiv, presented with Disciples Seminary Foundation Award.
Lacy Soto
graduated with her MDiv
VeAnn Clark
graduated with her MDiv, presented with First UMC of Santa Monica/Edwin & Frances Witman Pastoral Care Award.
Gethsemane Tagaloa
graduated with her MDiv
Larry Morris
graduated with his MDiv
Patrick Ioakimedes
graduated with his MDiv
Joi Robinson completed a non-degree program through DSF
Congratulations to all those who graduated this year!
Prayers of Support
Please pray for the McHarg family on the passing of Tami McHarg. She was the widow of Rev. Jerry McHarg.
Please keep Paul Beal in your prayers as he continues through health issues.
Prayers are requested for
Rev. Myungsun Grace Kang, pastor of Sallims Christian Church.
Prayers are requested for
Rev. Bob Bock, pastor of North Hollywood Christian Church.
Prayers are requested for
Pastor Rumaldo Gonzalez and wife Ruth recovering from recent car accident.
Prayers for
Rev. Nancy Brinks'
father who is now under hospice care.
First Christian Church, Norwalk closed its visible ministry as of April 30, 2019
First Christian Church, Morro Bay will close its visible ministry as of June 30, 2019
First Christian Church, Whittier will close its visible ministry as of December 31, 2019
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GENERAL NEWS AND RESOURCES
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For General Assembly housing information, including video links for walking routes, click here.
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Association of Disciple Musicians
Calling all Disciples of Christ members who are musicians, clergy or laypersons interested in music, liturgy and worship!
July 7-12, 2019 | Webster Groves Christian Church, Missouri
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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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