Lucas Made His Goal!
Support HIS-OC this Easter
$7,260 Raised so far!
Messiah is supporting HIS-OC this Easter by providing bus passes and shelter to residents. Lucas Schroeder had a goal of of reaching 500 views of his short stop-motion film made to raise awareness about homelessness in OC. He surpassed his goal and now has 643 views! His family followed through with their pledge to sponsor a family in HIS-OC for 4-6 months and provide 4 months in bus passes which is over $2,650. He delivered his family's contribution to HIS-OC this week! Thanks to everyone who watched his film and helped him reach this goal. Way to go, Lucas!
There is still time to support HIS-OC. Messiah has currently raised $7,260 (including the Schroeder's donation). Let's try to get close to $10,000! By making a donation, you are invited to make a dedication in our Easter Sunday bulletin (due by Monday, April 18). Thank you!
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JOIN US ON SUNDAY
Join us this Sunday, April 10th at 8:30am or 10:15am at Messiah for a special Palm Sunday message.
Messiah Kids meet at 10am in the Life Center for pre-K through 5th grade.
Jr. High Students meet at 10am in the Youth Center.
Child Care is available in the Life Center during both services for children under 5 years old.
Adult Forum meets at 10am in the Fellowship Room.
We look forward to seeing you!
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ADULT FORUM
this Sunday, April 10
All are invited to join the discussion in the Fellowship Room at 10am. Jake Bach is leading, "The Bible Under Fire" (RSV translation) to complete this series, looking at competing Bible translations, (e.g., NRSV vs. ESV vs. NIV), their derivations and their target audiences.
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Donuts with the Pastors
for our Preschoolers!
Pastor Bob and Pastor Jay offered coffee and donuts this week to parents and preschoolers before school. They invited them to our Easter services at 8:30am and 10:15am as well as our Easter Egg Hunt following the 10:15am service on the South Lawn! They were encouraged to bring family and friends for a fun morning!
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Your Talents & Gifts are Important
During last Sunday's worship services, green cards were distributed with various talents & passions/gifts & abilities. If you didn't complete one on Sunday, we have an online form to make it simple! Thank you for growing with Messiah!
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Join Us on Easter
April 17
All are invited to one of two services at 8:30am or 10:15am. We will have refreshments and photo opportunities on the patio PLUS a special Easter Egg Hunt for all children following the 10:15am service on the South Lawn. Invite family and friends!
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Sign Up for Your Special Date
Take Beautiful Flowers Home!
Provide a beautiful arrangement of flowers on a Sunday in honor of a special date. Your message will be displayed on our screens during both services and also shared in our Sunday email. You may take the flowers home following the 10:15am service or pick them up during the week at the Church Office.
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MESSIAH DRIVE THRU
First Monday of Each Month
Thanks to some of our COFFEE MINISTRY for hosting our Drive Thru this week!
Thanks to everyone for your ongoing support of Caring Hands Food Pantry. They have been able to feed over a hundred families each week because of you! Remember to bring donations weekly on Sunday mornings. Our next Drive Thru will be on Monday, May 2.
Come see us on Monday, May 2 between 9-11am. Our RELAY FOR LIFE team is hosting! Equal Exchange Coffee will also be sold. Plan to stock up on your favorite each month! We hope to see many of you!
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Thanks to all Ministries Who
Hosted Simple Supper during Lent!
Thanks to THIN SPACES, our women's study group for hosting our last Simple Supper this week! It was another beautiful night on the patio! They served chili, salad and cornbread along with delicious desserts! It was a great five weeks of food and fellowship. Many thanks to all of the ministries who hosted!
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ALEXIS EVANS Continues Her Fight
$6,200 Now Donated
Thanks Messiah!
23-year-old Alexis Evans continues her healing fight after suffering a near fatal auto accident on December 21, 2021. Please continue to pray for her and if you want to help her medical fund, you can donate to Pastor Bob's fundraiser:
"During the Lenten and Easter season I am walking to raise money to help Alexis in her recovery. You can donate, whether it is $5 or $5,000, it will help Alexis on her road to recovery. Between Ash Wednesday, March 2 and Easter Sunday, April 17, I will be walking ONE MILLION STEPS FOR ALEXIS (which is equal to 500 miles). Together we can make a huge difference! Please make a donation to support this effort."
Thank you for your support, prayers, and generosity. You cannot begin to imagine how much this means to Alexis and her family.
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Thanks to everyone who has made donations online and included sweet notes of encouragement for Alexis. |
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Messiah Book Group in 2 Days!
April 9 at 2:30pm
All are invited to join the discussion of "Water Memory" by Daniel Pyne. Meet in the Fellowship Room at 2:30pm on Saturday, April 9. Any questions? Email Jan Coe.
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Movie Group at the Mooney's
All are invited to watch the Academy Award-Winning movie, "Coda" on their own and then join Pastor Bob and Jeannie at their home on Saturday, April 23 at 7pm. An RSVP was sent, but if you didn't receive it and would like to attend, please email us here.
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Learn More About Messiah
Sunday, April 24
Cornerstones is a one-day experience designed for anyone new to Messiah, new to Christianity or anyone wanting a deeper connection and that "next step." We will touch upon the Church doctrine, spiritual gifts and next steps for you as a Partner in Ministry. All are welcome to attend. If you were never confirmed, please feel encouraged to attend and re-affirm your faith. Join us on April 24, 11:30am-1:30pm. Lunch will be served. Child Care is available.
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HOW YOU CAN HELP?
To find out more about what we can do to help, click here.
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New CHRIST IN OUR HOME
Now Available
Pick up your free copy of the April-May-June edition of Christ in our Home. This daily devotional is our gift to you. Pick up on Sunday mornings or anytime during normal Church Office hours. Large print is also available.
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