Dear Friends,

As you know, there are a lot of political voices in the American landscape regarding race and I want to offer you a very sane, biblical voice in the person of my friend, Miles McPherson. As Christians, we all believe in the dignity of every person, and the unity and diversity that is spelled out in the New Testament. Please check out this interview I did with Miles recently as I think he captures this biblical perspective well and helps to show how the church can take the lead on this vital subject.

Today I am sharing the last of my 12 tips for surviving disruptive times. I recommend you go back and review all 12 tips since our perspective can change with the passing of time:
Tip #12: Find a Friend
We are social creatures. We need air, food and water to survive and we also need to be with people. The isolation from this pandemic has been detrimental to so many and those without friends are the most vulnerable. Relationships don't usually thrive without intentional care so we need to invest in them. We need to learn to spend time with one another, learn to ask questions, work to find commonalities, and reach out with acts of kindness towards the friends in our lives. By investing in and developing our concentric circles of friends - from acquaintances to deep relationships - we are better equipped to weather disruptive times.
We've got some exciting changes coming to our Sunday services beginning March 14th!
Be sure to read all the details below.

Keep shining,
Mark
Changes to Sunday Services - Beginning March 14!
We will continue our quality online services and make the following adjustments to our in-person gatherings STARTING SUNDAY, MARCH 14:
SUNDAY 9am Service

-Will continue outdoors
-Once seated and distanced, masks will be optional (like at a restaurant)
-We'll have a mask zone for those who prefer to be around others wearing masks while seated
-Children's program will continue to be provided
SUNDAY 11am Service
-Will move indoors with masks and distancing
-Outdoor seating available in the Tent (masks optional once seated outdoors)
-We will be adding a children's program at 11am!
SUNDAY PM Service

-Will change to a 6pm start time (instead of 5pm)
-Will move indoors with masks and distancing
-Outdoor seating available in the Tent (masks optional once seated outdoors)
March 11, 9-11am, 5-7pm
Can you believe this is our 11th food drive?! We heard from our partners that food pantries are running dangerously low so we’re collecting non-perishable foods and gift cards. The need is great and the impact is greater. Keep giving with generous hearts and we know God will multiply! 
Children's Ministry at 2 Services!
Starting Sunday, March 14, Children’s Ministry will be open at both the 9am and 11am Gatherings. Families, we encourage you to choose a service to attend regularly so your child can develop friendships with their peers and their small group leader. Your consistency is key! Church - you have another opportunity to bring hope to children by joining our volunteer team.  
Tuesdays, Now-June, 7pm, Auditorium
A study of Paul’s letters in chronological order to equip men to live out their true identity in Christ. Join other men who are “after God’s heart.”
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Mark’s 12 Tips for Disruptive Times
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