Gathering Place, February 3-March 24 Dinner: 5-6:15pm, Gathering Place Class: 6:30-8:15pm, Sanctuary
The Nehemiah Project will be a groundbreaking ministry for both Men’s and Women’s Life. Nehemiah is one of the finest text books on leadership and influence ever written. Pastor Mark will lead us in a study of this book that will be very interactive in nature. Men’s and women’s LifeGroups will then meet to discuss central leadership principles and to encourage each other in their personal application. Bring your own NIV Bible and a journal. There is no fee for this class but registration is required. Read more... Register here!
MARCH
7th Annual Run for Relief-Burma Run/Walk 5K Sunday, March 14, 2010
There is a new course this year! It is an out and back route going out the Skansie Ave entrance and turning left (north), then right (east) onto Rosedale, then left (north) onto the new section of the Cushman trail. The route is hilly and challenging, but not as difficult as running through the jungles of Burma.
Run or walk with us to increase awareness about the situation in Burma and raise funds to support relief efforts. We will start with a kid's dash for children under 5 years old and begin the race at 1pm. Children in strollers are welcomed during the race as well. Award ceremony for top three male and female will follow immediately after race.
12:15 pm to 12:45 pm - Race Day Registration and Packet Pick-Up for Pre-registered Participants (Church gym – Entrance H, lower level). Parking available in upper lots.
12:45pm – Kid’s Dash (for children 5 and under)
1:00pm – 5k event begins
2:00pm - Awards and program (in the gym)
Register today! Lunch is included in the price of registration. Food will be available for purchase for those not participating in the run/walk. Register by March 1 and gaurantee your t-shirt order.
For questions please contact Emily Jacobsen at 253.853.0238 or
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Messianic Passover Celebration Dinner Saturday, March 27 at 5:00pm in the Gathering Place Cost: $14 per person
This Passover event, this celebration, this experience will as closely as possible mirror the Last Supper. The opening page of the Haggadah— which will be provided to each guest at the dinner—reads as follows:
This ancient Haggadah is the oldest manuscript discovered and was most assuredly the version used by Messiah. We have infused it with the discussions and events that took place on that historic night as recorded in the Gospels. [This will be] a deep spiritual experience that will both seat you at the table on that most holy night and usher you into a deeper love for “our great God and Savior, Jesus the Messiah, who gave Himself for us, that He might ransom us from all lawless deeds and might purify to Himself aspecialpeople, zealous of good works.” (Titus 2:13-14)
Childcare is available during the dinner. Reservation are required 48 hrs in advance—call 853.0219. There is no cost involved however a donation of $5 per child donation is suggested.
APRIL
Maundy Thursday Service April 1, 7pm in the Sanctuary
Join us as we commemorate the Last Supper of Jesus with His Apostles. This promises to be a moving experience for all who attend.
Easter Sunday Services April 4 in the Sanctuary 7:45, 9:00, 10:15 and 11:27am
Come celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus with us! Invite family, friends and neighbors to join you. All are welcome!
Nursery care and preschool classes will be available for children ages 3 months through 5 years. School age children will join their families in worship services.
Oxford Northwest Apologetics Conference Save the Dates: Friday, April 16 – Sunday, April 18 Vital Questions in a Confused World presented by John Lennox
Phase II of Oxford Northwest Apologetics Conference (ONAC) April 16-18, 2010 featuring Dr. John Lennox of OxfordUniversity.
Dr. John Lennox is originally from Ireland, studied at Cambridge and earned a Masters in bioethics and three doctorates. He serves as Professor of Mathematics at the University of Oxford and is also a fellow at GreenCollege, Oxford in mathematics and philosophy of science. He has debated Richard Dawkins, author of the “God Delusion” in numerous venues as well as Christopher Hitchens, author of God is Not Great. John is one of the most engaging Bible teachers you will ever have the pleasure of hearing and his presentations in GigHarbor will be world class. You will all be blessed by getting to know this wonderful man.
Friday, April 16, 7:00pm: Vital Questions in a Confused World—Is God Great?
Saturday, April 17, 8:00am:Vital Questions in a Confused World—Is God Relevant in the Workplace?
Breakfast (a fee will be charged)
Sunday, April 18 Worship Services (8:15, 9:30 & 10:57am): A Man who swam against the Tide—Daniel
(videocast of John's message at the 10:57 service)
Sunday, April 18, 7:00pm:Vital Questions in a Confused World—Are Faith and Science Incompatible?
PLEASE PICK UP TICKETS AT "WILL CALL" WHEN YOU ARRIVE.
Seating is limited. If you register but are unable to attend, please contact Betsy Hunt to return the tickets.
JUNE / JULY
Pilgrimage to Turkey June 19–July 4, 2010 This "once in a lifetime" tour led by Pastor Mark & his wife Cyndi will take you on a journey that follows the footsteps of the Apostle Paul. You'll visit Istanbul, Ephesus, the Isle of Patmos, Tarsus and more! One tour bus only... a few spaces remain. Contact Kimberly at 853.0210.
AUGUST
Sound & Sand Encounter: Bridging the Divide Chapel Hill's partnership with Musalaha August 2010 and April 2011
Chapel Hill is partnering with Musalaha Ministries to help bridge the divide that exists between Christians in the land of Jesus. In August 2010 we are gathering 30 college age students (ages 20-25) here in GigHarbor (10 Messianic Jewish Christians from Israel, 10 Palestinian Christians and 10 Christians from our own community). These 30 young adults will live together, camp and hike together, kayak and explore together and learn to talk and listen to each other. In April 2011, the same 30 young adults will participate in a reunion in Camp Wadi Rum in the JordanianDesert. (For the Americans this will also include sightseeing in Israel and the PalestinianTerritories). Read more...
Young Adults: You are encouraged to apply today. Visit our Missions website for more details or fill out a GO Teams Application. Once application, essays, and a fundraising commitment form is complete an interview will be set up for early February 2010. Selection of the team will be finalized by March 2010.
