Advent Conspiracy

This is our new Christmas tradition. Check out Advent Conspiracy here, and help us as a junior high group to build a fresh water well for a community in Uganda.

Building Wells in the Name of Jesus

This past Sunday we talked as a junior high group about worship as justice. This quote by Mark Labberton sums it up nicely:

According to the narrative of Scripture, the very heart of how we show and distinguish true worship from false worship is apparent in how we respond to the poor, the oppressed, the neglected, and the forgotten. As of now, I do not see this theme troubling the waters of worship in the American church. But justice and mercy are not add-ons to worship, nor are they the consequences of worship. Justice and mercy are intrinsic to God and therefore intrinsic to the worship of God.

Check out this video from Know.Think.Act.

Know.Think.Act. Well Video from Global Support Mission on Vimeo.

As The Well junior high group, we're going to raise funds over the months of November and December for building a well in Uganda. We've got 2 months to raise $1200, so the students are figuring out creative ways to raise funds on their own (don't let 'em just ask for $20 from you, make them work for it). Talk with your children about ways they can give and serve this holiday season.

The Final Countdown...

Cal Blitz is coming soon. This is the last week to sign up. It's $200 + some food for meals. If you can get a friend to come they can come for $175! Contact us in the office or go to rmcchurch.org to get details to register.

Today is the Day!

Early registration is due today! The event is a month away but don't wait to sign up. Remember, if you're signing up, invite a friend. This trip is for you, but it's definitely designed to bring someone with you. If you have questions call Julie in the office 480.807.5868.

did you know?

sometimes we just like to hang out together and talk about you.
pretty sure it's because we think the world of you.
pretty sure it's because we want to help you see Jesus better.
pretty sure it's because we want to see Jesus better too.
really, it's a win-win.

Parent Night!

In case you haven't heard, we're having another Parent Night! It's an evening to learn more about what's happening in the student ministries this fall season, as well as get to know the volunteer staff teams. It's happening this Sunday evening after the communion service at 7:00 PM.

Did I mention there will be ice cream?

Hope to see you there!

48 Hour Prayer Vigil

Our church is devoting 48 hours to praying for the community, our church body, and that the Lord would lead and guide us. It's happening Sept 11-13, starting at 6:00 PM Friday and ending with communion service Sunday evening. You can sign up for one-hour shifts as individuals, families, or even small groups. Register online here or on Sundays at the table out front.

It's Back!

Cal Blitz. October 15-17. All Junior High & High School students. $175 if you register by Sept. 17. Santa Monica Beach (Ocean, sand, shopping, dinner - the Pier!); Magic Mountain; 2-nights in a hotel. Register now.

Back to School Bash

Summer is over. But we're not through having fun yet. Tomorrow night, junior high youth group begins anew for the fall season (with lots of ice cream)! Come from 7:00 to 8:30!

Champion Hoops Camp!

Students entering 6th through 9th grade can still sign up for the Champion Hoops Camp happening next week! Hoops Camp is a summer basketball camp that is fun, educational, and competitive. Former Harlem Globetrotter Melvin Adams will be teaching the students basketball fundamentals as well as challenge the kids to live better lives both on and off the court. The cost is $75.

You can find more information and sign up for Champion Hoops Camp by clicking here.