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Forward this
Newsletter to Friends and Family
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New
LaRoca Pastor Manuel Martinez
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Manuel Martinez started as the new lead pastor
of
His wife Nallely and his Daughter Natlia will be
joining him May 15th. Manuel came to us from San Antonio,
TX where he obtained a BA of Biblical/Theological Studies
from the Baptist University of the Americas.
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MBC
Quarterly Meeting - 4/25
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Finances:
Penny DeGroot gave the financial report for the
first three months ending March 31, 2010. To summarize the
report, the giving was $7,500 over that which was budgeted.
All the expenses were in line with the budget with the exception
of two and those were explained. The staff kept their
expenses $3,400 under budget and the bottom line was we were in
the good almost $11,000.
While going over the Balance Sheet that
explains all of our cash, fixed assets and liabilities, a member
asked about what investment tools were used to put our general
fund money in. The current C.D.'s and terms were explained
along with the encouragement from Penny that anyone with any
suggestions should always feel free to make recommendation and
share their experience regarding investments. It was noted
that all of our funds are in FDIC Insured accounts. A final
note was on the Deacon Fund and Building Funds.
The Deacon Fund is at just over $3,000 and the Building Fund has
been depleted with the building of the Ramada.
Anyone contributions to these accounts would be appreciated.
Staff
Transition:
The elders shared that after months of prayer and
consideration, it was determined that Joe Sanchez was not the
long term fit for giving guidance to our Junior and Senior High
ministry. Joe's strong gifts in relationships and
one-on-one counseling of students was affirmed by the board and
those present at the quarterly meeting. That said, Joe's
lack of strong organzational and leadership gifts prompted the
elders to make this difficult decision.
Some at the meeting questioned the timing of this decision.
It is believed by the board that the end of the school year is a
natural time for this transition because of new students moving
up to the youth ministry and plans being made for the coming fall
ministry calendar. Although the leadership transition will
take place at the end of this school year, the elders are
committed to continue to support Joe and Katie as they seek a
role that is most complementary for Joe's gifts. Towards
this end, Joe will remain on MBC's payroll through at least
June.
Mission
Note:
Some of the individuals collecting support for the
Ukraine trip have requested names so that they can send out
"Thank you Notes". Please be assured that we
never disclose amounts. That is kept strictly
confidential. If you do not want your name given either,
please advise when you are making your donation.
Walk for
Life Team Forming Now - contact Penny DeGroot to
sign up today!
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Operation
Christmas Child Fundraiser
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We are holding a yard sale to benefit the OCC
ministry. Come one and all to 1107 E. Cedar Lane (left off
S. Mudsprings Road) on Friday, May 7th and Saturday, May 8th,
beginning at 8:00 am. If you have things to donate, or can
help work at the yard sale call Sunny Clark, 468-1721.
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Jovial
Jokes from Jana
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In honor of my daughter, graduating from college
next week:
Driving past the grounds of the university, a professor saw a
student running hard. Snarling at his heels were three huge dogs.
Intent on rescue, the professor braked his Volkswagen to a halt
and threw open the door. "Hurry, get in! He commanded."
"Get in!" "Say, you are the greatest," the
bearded youth grasped. "Most people won't offer me a lift
when they see I have three dogs."
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Dear Joel,
There are so many things
going on this summer to put on the calendar so here goes:
Thursday, May 6th - National Day of Prayer
Saturday, May 8th - Harper Moving In
Day
Sunday, May 9th - Mother's Day ~ Baby Dedication
Thursdays, May 13th, 20th, 27th - Ladies Bible Studies -
Session 1
Sunday, May 16th - Welcome
Lunch for new to MBC Families
Sunday, May 23rd - High
School Senior Recognition Dinner
Sunday, May 30th - Teen
Sunday
June 4th-5th - Walk for Life Team from MBC
June 6th-11th - Jr. High Camp at Forest
Home, Mill Creek CA
Saturday, June 12th - Ukraine
Mission Team leaves
Sunday, June 13th - Membership
Class
Thursdays, June 17, 24, July 1st, 8th Ladies Bible Studies
- Session 2
June 20th - 25th - High
School Camp at Forest Home, Ojai CA
Sunday, June 27th - Dine
& Dunk
(Potluck
at Rumsey Park, Baptism
& Family
Swim at Pool)
Friday - Sunday, July 2nd - 4th - Family Camp
July 12th - 16th - Vacation
Bible School
Sunday, July 25th - Quarterly
Meeting
Wednesday, July 28th - 1st day of school in Payson
Thursdays, June 29, Aug 5th, 12th -Ladies Bible Studies
Session 3
Monday, August 16th - Family
Focus Night
Thursday, August 26th - Ladies
Bible Study Fall Kick-off
August 27th - 29th - Kingdom
Builders Camping Trip
Harper
Family Moving Day:
The Harpers have closed escrow on a home in
Payson! For those who have inquired, the Harper's move will take
place on Saturday morning, May 8th. Those desiring to
participate in the fun should meet at the church parking lot at
8:00 a.m.. If you have a truck or furniture dolly, please
bring it/them with you...and thanks
Baby
Dedication will be Mother's Day, May 9th.
If you would like to be included, please call the Jana in the
office, 472-7800, with parents & baby's name, birth date, and
which service you would like to attend.
MBC
Baptism - We are scheduling a
baptism for June 27th. If you are interested, please call
the office so we can coordinate and plan for this special
event. 472-7800
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Pastor Jim on our Mission
Statement
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GO:
Embracing the 'Unlikely' with the Love of Jesus
 During my
personal reading this week, I encountered once again the story of
the Good Samaritan. Most of us could recite the story in
our sleep, but whether we've fully grasped Jesus' central lesson
in it is another question. A conversation with a Jewish lawyer
led up to the famous parable. The lawyer had questioned Jesus
regarding how he, and others, might inherit eternal life.
Jesus response was not only a quote from the Torah (Old Testament
Law - Deuteronomy 6), but his famous answer also became a central
directive of present and future Christianity known as the Great
Commandment. In short, Christians of all time periods and
cultures are called to love God with everything they have ...and
then are called to let this same level of love overflow onto
those around them.
Quite perceptively, the lawyer in the story asked for further clarification:
"Who, then, is my neighbor"? Or, more to his
point: "How do I decide who's worthy of my loving concern
and who isn't?" Jesus answer likely left the Jewish
crowd in a state of shocked disbelief. "Love the
unlovely; the most desperate and distasteful individual in your
cultural circle (in the Jewish lawyer's case, a Samaritan).
Attempt to connect with the battered individual at whatever level
necessary, striving to meet their most glaring needs first - even
if it involves deep personal sacrifice. Hang in there with
them through the thick and thin of the recovery process -
continuing to extend God's love toward them in every way
possible". According to Jesus, a willingness to love
at this level evidences a transformed heart worthy of eternal
life.
Ouch! I would suggest this puts an entirely different slant on
the 'GO' aspect of our MBC vision statement. Without a
doubt - much easier said than done. Jesus' parable
insinuated that His level of love involves intentional 'action'
- extending far deeper into the recesses of man's
brokenness than many claiming Christ are willing to go.
Maybe this not so subtle directive from Jesus will prompt you and
me to evaluate more carefully around our community as to
who, truly, our neighbor is. If we'll look with our
hearts and not just our eyes, we may be quite surprised at who
we'll find. Even though a bit unsettling, join me in
'taking the leap'! Following Jesus wholeheartedly is where
the true action is.
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Women's Ministry
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A HUGE THANK YOU to all
who helped to make the Beth Moore Event  a great
day last Saturday!
The
Planning Team of Joyce Fait, Susan Everhart, Jan Chapek, Pam
Jones, Connie Teilborg, Carol Drury, Christina Jones, Holly
Hallman, Mae Rose Bergeson and Robin Lyons was terrific!
There were so many other gals who served under the Planning Team
to make the plans work...thanks to each of you! Rob
Myer and team prepared the great meals, Chris Barr assisted with
so many practical details and the deacons, along with a number of
other men, helped with set-up and take-down. A
successful event takes many folks behind the scenes to make it go
smoothly. The Lord was honored and we were blessed by
everyone's service!
We are proud of a group of MBC students who did a great job serving
alongside their Youth Pastor, Chris. Three women were
blessed  by the
generosity of our students who collected enough money to purchase
three of Beth Moore's new book to be given to them. What a
thoughtful and generous gift. Thank you students! God
bless you for your hearts of service to others! Click Here to see other Pictures from
Event!
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Notes from Pastor Kraig
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 If you are
good at graphic art and would like to help pastor Kraig and Jana
with a new comers packet, please contact pastor Kraig at 472-7800
Kingdom
Builders
Bowling twice a month. The first
Saturday of the month May 1 at 5:00pm and the third Friday of the
month May 21 at 5:00pm. Meet at the bowling alley.
Contact Donna Fischer 468-1450
Men's
Discipleship
Friday mornings at 6:00am at Crosswinds Restaurant
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Student Ministries Summer Camps
Soon!
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April was a cRaZy and fun-filled month for
MBC Youth Ministries!
I would like to personally thank ALL of you who attended the
"2010 MBC BURGER BASH". This year we fed more people
than in previous years and in these tough economic times the
Church body and community were able to give abundantly to bless
our students in the area of summer camp scholarships more than
EVER before ! What a blessing to come together as a Church family
and EAT and fellowship and EAT and raise money and EAT
!!! A big 'shout out " and thanks to
SCOOPS ice cream shop for being a part of the festivities.
I would like to also thank all of the Student Ministries staff,
who are so dedicated to teaching the students servant hood and
being a part of their spiritual growth! LEADING BY EXAMPLE
is a key to ministry success and ALL of you are a vital part of
this ministry and I am so blessed to be on this journey with you.
And to all of you MBC students that have so eagerly jumped in and
helped out in so many ways......A HUGE THANK YOU! Whether
it was the BURGER BASH , the Beth Moore Conference, the Kingdom
Builders breakfast, or helping out in the Children's
Ministry..... I am so proud of you! You are well on your way to a
life of selflessness and service. Know that it pleases the
Lord that you give of your time and abilities and it blesses
those around you who watch as you interact with others. GREAT JOB
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UPCOMING EVENTS :
 SENIOR
DINNER
MAY
23
YOUTH
SUNDAY
MAY 30
JR HIGH
CAMP
JUNE
6
HIGH
SCHOOL CAMP JUNE 20
Please feel free to contact Joe Sanchez or myself with comments
or questions... Have a blessed month !
Chris Barr
Summer
Camp forms are in the office or click here!
Junior High
Summer Camp is June 6-11 cost is $255
High School
Summer Camp is June 20-25 cost is $265
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Children's Ministry
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 Promotion Sunday is May 30th!
This is
the time of year when we move each child up to their appropriate
grade level.
Pre-school - 3 and 4
year olds (Must be potty trained)
K thru 1st
2nd and 3rd grade
4th & 5th grade
Mark Kile Children's Pastor
If your child is changing classrooms, please introduce yourself
to the teacher. Parents are welcome to stick around as long
as they would like, to make sure their child is comfortable.
Save the date: FAMILY CAMP is on the
schedule for July 2nd & 3rd. More info to come!!!
Vacation
Bible School
July 12th
thru 16th, 1:00 to 5:00 pm. Please register your child
early - on the table under the Ramada on Sundays, or on the MBC
website.
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Thanks for your constant support and words of
encouragement to my family as we continue to serve Him here at
MBC.
In Him and Because of His Love,
Joel Wilson
Mountain Bible Church
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