YA.comm: August 2014

Friday, August 29, 2014

YA.COMMUNICATION | August 29, 2014

Enjoy Your Labor Day Weekend!
"Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of inheritance. It is the Lord Christ whom you serve." Col 3:23-24.

Praise God for his provision and guidance on the remodel of the Hall of Truth! On Tuesday, we received approval from the city to move back in. We're still waiting for the Certificate of Occupancy but that should come very soon. Within two weeks there will be an open house for everyone to check things out. Much appreciation to Mr. John Lee and the Building Committee, the Church Office and the Maintenance Department for all their work and service toward this remodeled building.

Teachers! Students! Parents!
ESPM (English Speaking Prayer Meeting)

Wed, Sep 3 | 7:45-9:00pm | Praise Center

If you are a student, teacher or parent, you're invited to join ESPM next Wed, Sep 3. We will focus our time on praying for our students and our schools, from elementary to post-grad.

Young Adult Ministry Kick-off Rally

Sat, Sep 13 | 7:00-9:00pm | Dr. Kevin Chan's (Pasadena)
Doors open at 6:30pm for festivities, dinner promptly at 7pm.

Don't miss this night! We launch the year with food, stories and awesome people! Find out what's coming up and how to get connected as a community. It's FREEEEE! Everyone who rsvp's and attends gets a gift! Mark your calendar and come! RSVP and location address here!

New Church Year! New Sunday School Classes!

Sun, Sep 14 | 9:00-10:15a | Life Center 305

What's in store for Sunday School this coming year? Our teachers will present the year's offerings from which you may choose. Classes and first lessons will begin the following Sunday, Sep 21. There is NO auditing period.

How to Defend Your Faith on a College Campus

Sun, Sep 14 | 1:30-3:30pm | Hall of Truth, MPR

Don't let the title deter you from attending. You're out of college but you must still defend your faith. This seminar will cover the biblical command and model for apologetics. The speaker will also address common questions such as, “How do we know there is a God?”, “Can I trust the Bible?”, “Don’t all religions teach the same thing?”, and “How can I believe in God when there is so much evil?” Anyone who is sharing the Gospel in our post-Christian culture has encountered these questions (and even asked these questions themselves).
Dr. Adam Groza | He is the Vice President of Enrollment and Student Services and Associate Professor of Philosophy of Religion at Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary. He has taught “Intro to Philosophy” at Tarleton State University, and philosophy related subjects (“Apologetics and Ethics”) at Southwestern Seminary and the College at Southwestern.

"Financial Planning 101: God's Economy in Your Personal Reality"

Sep 21, Sep 28, Oct 5 | 12:15-3:00pm | Life Center 202-203

As young adults receiving an income, how should you manage it, where should you invest, and how do we view finances as followers of Christ? This is a 3-week workshop offered by church member, Jeff Hum, where each week he'll discuss various way of personal finance and management. ***Each week is different and additional content is provided.

Jeff Hum | He is licensed by CA and SEP, and currently completing his CFP certification.
Indicate your attendance and lunch: RSVP for Attendance and Lunch

Baptism

Sun, Nov 30 [updated] | 3:00-5:00pm | Worship Center

If you believe in Jesus Christ, having received him as Savior and following him as Lord, you should be baptized. Period.
Applications for baptism are due Oct 5. For further details and questions, please contact Pastor John Chow.

Chego
Between 3-6pm, "Well, if you order a non-combo bowl at full price, you get those fries for absolutely free."

Tuesday, August 19, 2014

YA.COMMUNICATION | AUGUST 19, 2014

Young Adult Home Prayer Gathering

This Wed, Aug 20 | 7:45-9:00pm | Gerry & Suzie Gee's

"Devote yourselves to prayer, keeping alert in it with an attitude of thanksgiving." (Col 4:2) Join the young adult community for a time of community prayer. We will hear from Felicia Cheng and Denise Poon, and be led in worship by Ethan Fung. [Light refreshments at 7:30pm] The address is 930 Hillvale Dr. MPK 91754,

Two Seminars. One Opportunity: “Hermeneutics & Homosexuality” and “Are People Born Gay?”

Sat, Aug 23 | 2:00-5:00pm | Praise Center

What does the Bible actually say and mean on the issue of homosexuality? Hermeneutics is the interpretation of texts, and "Hermeneutics & Homosexuality" is a seminar from Christopher Yuan that will examine what Scripture accurately says on homosexuality. The second seminar offering considers the issue of whether people are born gay, and therefore, God created them this way. These two seminars will equip us to have a better understanding of our Bible and our God. Given the cultural context in which we live, you should not miss this opportunity to become knowledgable on these topics.

Christopher Yuan | While attending dental school, Christopher began living promiscuously as a homosexual and experimenting with illicit drugs. Within a few years, he was expelled from dental school, imprisoned for drug dealing, and diagnosed as HIV positive. But God has turned his life into an exciting and inspiring story of redemption, grace and transformation. Christopher has an understanding heart for and a desire to minister to those working through issues of sexuality and to those living with HIV/AIDS. He speaks locally and internationally to youth, on college campuses, in churches and prisons.

India Mission Trip Info Meeting

Sun, Aug 24 | 11:45am-12:45pm | Life Center 304

This mission trip is scheduled for Feb 25 - Mar 8, 2015. Past trips have been very effective in sharing the Gospel and many people have received Jesus. It is an opportunity for you to exercise faith and obedience, and sharing the good news of Jesus. Make arrangements to attend the information meeting, then make arrangements to take those vacation days from work. If you're committed to go, please inform Lester Li.

Young Adult Ministry Kick-off Rally

Sat, Sep 13 | 7:00-9:00pm | Dr. Kevin Chan's (Pasadena)

Don't miss this night! We launch the year with food, stories and awesome people! Find out what's happen' this coming year and how to get connected as a community. And it's FREEEEE! Details to come!