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!


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 form 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. 
Jeff Hum | He is licensed by CA and SEP, and currently completing his CFP certification.


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