LBC Weekly SPARK – April 19, 2012

by Pastor Patrick Cho

Dear LBC family and friends!

I hope you are doing well and walking in the Lord. This past Sunday, we heard a message from James 1:21 about the importance of receiving the implanted Word. This is what will help produce spiritual growth and ensure the ongoing process of sanctification in your life. So the obvious question of application is: Are you taking in God’s Word? We hear so many messages about the practical importance of Scripture intake, and all true believers will attest to the necessity of being in God’s Word. It really comes down to being disciplined in this. It is about loving the Lord and praising Him for His revelation, receiving it with meekness, and learning to apply its principles. Like I mentioned on Sunday, we can all appreciate the simplicity of James’ message. Consider this an encouragement to be in the Word today, and to persevere in it for the rest of the week, month, and year.

In His grace,

Pastor Patrick

Here are this week’s ministry opportunities:

  1. MISSION BOWL PEP RALLY. Instead of our regularly scheduled Friday night Bible studies, this week we will be having our annual Mission Bowl Pep Rally to cheer on our ladies’ flag football team. Everyone is encouraged to come out to support the team and join in the festivities! Families, please bring the kids! Everything will begin at 6:00 PM at the church on Friday evening.
  2. MISSION BOWL TOURNAMENT. The ladies have been preparing long and hard and the tournament is finally upon us. The tournament will begin on Saturday, April 21, at 12:30 PM at UCSD’s Muir Field. This is a great way to meet other believers in our community and fellowship together. Come cheer on our gals!
  3. MEMBERS MEETING. Don’t forget that there is a members meeting this Sunday, April 22, from 4:45-8:30 PM, at the church. All members are highly encouraged to come. As always, dinner will be served.
  4. WOMEN’S MINISTRY SEMINAR. The women’s ministry will be hosting a seminar on the works of the Holy Spirit on Satuday, April 28, from 9:00 AM-12:30 PM, at the church. There is no cost to attend, but you need to RSVP with Christine Cho to reserve your spot (christinescho@gmail.com). All ladies, high school age and up, are invited to attend.
  5. BAPTISM. There will be a baptism class on Tuesday, April 24, at 7:00 PM, at the church. If you have not yet been baptized as a believer in obedience to God’s command, please come out to the class. The baptism service will be on Sunday, April 29, at 5:00 PM (please note the time change!). (Editor’s Note: we recently updated the Baptism Hub Post).
  6. ANNIVERSARY BANQUET. The annual banquet will be on Sunday, May 6, at 5:00 PM, at the church. Come out as we celebrate 13 years of God’s faithfulness and focus on our annual theme: Dying to Know Him. The cost is only $25/adult and $15/child (ages 4-12). The dress this year is casual. Sign up with Johnny Kim this weekend!
  7. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL. VBS will be from June 25-29, from 9:00 AM-5:00 PM each day. More information is forthcoming, but please mark your calendars! We are still in need of volunteers for staff, so please contact Josh Liu or Abram Kim for more information.
  8. GRACE LIFE WEEKENDER. The Grace Life family ministry will be having its very first weekender on July 6-8! This will be a conference style event with meetings at the church. The theme is: “The Lord of the Rings: Marriage to the Glory of God.” The speakers are Dr. Robert and Mary Somerville of The Master’s College. The cost is only $80/person ($160/couple), and includes two meals. Childcare will be provided! You can reserve your spot with Pastor Patrick. Invite your friends!
  9. SISTER CONNECTION. The women of the church will be taking part in Sister Connection once again! College Life sisters will either be paired up with a Single Life or Grace Life sister to get to know each other better and spend some quality time together. If you are interested in participating, please email sisterconnection@gmail.com. You can also sign up with Christine Cho, Janet Shih, or Deborah Wong. The last day to signup is April 29.
  10. LOCAL OUTREACH. Please do not forget about the regular opportunities you have to share the gospel in our community. The Pacific Beach ministry to the homeless occurs every other Sunday, from about 3:00-6:00 PM. We also have a ministry that visits a local convalescent home. Contact Joyce Kang (joycekang84@gmail.com) or Hanka Rodgers (hanka.rodgers@gmail.com) about the PB Homeless Ministry, and Teddy Yu (yu.teddy@gmail.com) about the convalescent home ministry.
  11. BEACON. Helpful articles are provided each week to stimulate godly thinking and growth. Check out the Beacon today (www.lighthousebc.com/beacon)!