Monday, March 17, 2014

YA.COMMUNICATION | MAR 17, 2014

CONNECTIONS this Week, 7-9:30PM!
SUSTAINABLE RELATIONSHIPS. 
Topic: He Said, She Said — How Genders Communicate Differently
Speakers: Van & Melissa Quach.
TUE, MAR 18 | GERRY & SUZIE GEE'S HOUSE (MPK)
THU, MAR 20 | SIMEON & AMY WONG'S HOUSE (MPK)
Light dinner provided at each meeting. Join us for community!

Photo by Austin Quan
PRAYER FOR AMOR TEAM #2
ESPM | Wed, Mar 19 | Praise Center, 7:30pm
Our second team is set to leave this Saturday. Support them in prayer this Wednesday. The team is composed of young adults and collegians: Kevin Leong, Clement Ng, Spencer Sun, Danny Su, Elliott Lee, Greg Wan, John Chow, Daniel Lew, Austin Quan, Joy Lam, Christian Li, Darren Lo, Bryan Mak, Bryant Lew, Enoch Cheung, San Thach, Ryan Yuan, Daniel Li, Kevin Cho, Damian Au, Linda Wong, Doulos Kun, Samantha Millare, Tesia Au, TianChen Lu, Jenny Liao (26). 

MULTI-CHURCH YOUNG ADULT RETREAT—Registration is Open!!
FRI-MON, MAY 23-26 (Memorial Day Weekend) | The Oaks 
Participating churches include CBCOC, CBCWLA, Covina FSBC, FCBC-LA, FCBC-Walnut, MBCLA, MBCP. This is a great opportunity to meet, fellowship and learn with the larger Body of Christ. Seize this moment!
Registration Rates:
  March 1 to 31: $145.00 (early bird) This is a great deal!!
  April 1 to 30: $175.00 (regular fee)
  May 1 to 23:$200. 
Register here: YA Network Retreat
Speaker: Brian Colmery
  The young adult life is one of significant transition with many uncertainties.
Attend the retreat and discover through message and workshops how faith and fellowship can make the young adult journey fruitful and exciting.   

BIG SUNDAY — Dedicate a Day to Bring Beauty to Los Angeles. 
FRI-SUN, May 16-18
The entire English-speaking congregation is taking part, committing to one day of mission in Los Angeles. Stay tuned for more details but prepare to participate.





SAVE THE DATE FOR COLLEGE & YOUNG ADULT CAMP!!!
FRI-SUN | Aug 8-10 | FORREST HOME CAMPS
More details to come.
Want to create an fantastic camp? Be part of the planning. Contact Johann Chan.

Saturday, March 1, 2014

YA.COMMUNICATION | MAR 1, 2014

Connections this Tuesday and Thursday, 7-9:30PM: SUSTAINABLE RELATIONSHIPS
TUE, MAR 4 | GERRY & SUZIE GEE'S HOUSE (MPK)
THU, MAR 6 | SIMEON & AMY WONG'S HOUSE (MPK)
Speaker this Week: Chris Tomokiyo
Topic: Men and Women — Two Different Operating Systems




"¡Muchas Gracias" on behalf of the February Amor Team! "Thank you, God, for answered prayers! Thank you, young adults, for praying for the team! The team had a great trip, and we were able to start on 2 houses. For each, we got about 2/3 done (foundation and raised walls). At one site, a few of our team members were able to have lengthy conversations—in Spanish!!—with the homeowners, and the homeowners
Photo by Austin Quan
shared how God had been working in their lives. One common takeaway from the team was how content the families were despite not having much and living in poor conditions. It's God that makes one rich! 

You may still join the March Amor trip (Sat-Tue, Mar 22-25). Descriptions of the trip are here: AmorFAQs, Amor Ministry. Register ahora! Amor.March2014. Registration closes March 2.

Thailand Info Meeting—Go. Teach. Preach.
Sun, Mar 2 | 1:30-2:30pm | Life Center 305 
This is a non-commitment information meeting. This mission is open for young adults and collegians. A description of the trip will be given on Sunday, helping you make a prayerful decision. Registration deadline is Mar 16. For a description of the trip check the Thailand link in the sidebar.

Welcome Back, India Team!
The members of the team will be sharing in various settings. Hear from them in worship on March 9, and at ESPM (Wed, 7:30pm | Praise Center)

Multi-Church, YA Network Retreat—Registration is Open!!
FRI-MON, MAY 23-26 (Memorial Day Weekend) | The Oaks 
Participating churches include CBCOC, CBCWLA, Covina FSBC, FCBC-LA, FCBC-Walnut, MBCLA, MBCP
Pricing: 
March 1 to 31: $145.00 (early bird)
April 1 to 30: $175.00 (regular fee)
May 1 to 23:$200. 
Register here: YA Network Retreat

L.A. Marathon is Next Sunday—Plan Your Route to Church!
The LA Marathon is next Sunday, Mar 9. The race will be starting at Dodger Stadium and weaving through parts of Chinatown. Avoid road closures and headache: LA Marathon Route. For those who are running, have a great run!

Daylight Savings is Next Sunday, Mar 9
We've barely had a winter but spring has arrived. Change your clocks forward one hour next Saturday night. 

Darren Lo, Candidate for College Minister
The College Minister search committee is glad to announce that its candidate for the position is Darren. The process is not done and it includes you. 
MEET THE CANDIDATE AND Q&A: Mar 16 | 1:30pm | Life Center 304. This is a setting to find out who he is, what are his plans for Flight, and his calling to ministry.
SPECIAL MEMBERS' MEETING: Mar 30 | 3:00pm (updated) | Worship Center. Church members' are encouraged to attend to cast a vote on Darren. Take an active role in your church and the college ministry.