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On Ash Wednesday, March 5th, the sanctuary will be open from 6:00am till 6:00pm. There will be two self-paced experiences, in which one can participate. The first will be a contemplative style reading, which will lead one through scripture readings, prayer, confession, reflective readings, and finally imposition of the ashes (administered by a staff member.) The second experience that will be available, will involve stations to visit, which will also effectively walk one through, with a more kinesthetic approach, scripture readings, prayers, confession, physical activity, and a reflection time. Everyone is welcome, and will have the choice to do both experiences, only one, or a combination of the two. Our hope and prayer is to create a space in which you can retreat from your day, enter into the presence of our Holy God, and take as much time as you need to prepare yourself to begin the Lenten season. We invite you to come at a time that is convenient for you to begin with us the 40 days of the Lenten season.
Support Pasadena Covenant Churchs Team Living Water http://team.worldvision.org/ goto/LivingWater as they run in the LA Marathon March 9th to raise money to provide clean water for children and families in Congo, Africa through World Vision's water programs. $50 provides clean water for one person for their entire life!
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Repeated Exposure to Gods Word will enrich and change your life. In-depth Bible Study Sundays at 9:00 am in the Fireside Room, Gym building. John Wipf, teacher; Marilyn Hanks, facilitator. Coffee and good fellowship. For further information contact Marilyn Hanks (626) 7913782.
10:30 am Classes:
Companions in Christ
Sunday, 10:30-11:45 a.m. in the Corner House
Are you looking for a small group that meets on Sunday morning? An opportunity to grow deeper in your faith? A chance to discuss the 9 am service in the company of friends? People to pray with? Join the 10:30 Companions group. We meet in the Corner House and have rotating leadership. We usually spend from 10:30 to 11:00 re-reading the Scripture and talking about how to apply the sermon to our lives. We spend from 11:00 to 11:30 praying for each other. All welcome. Contact person: kitty.purgason@sbcglobal.net.
Everyone is invited to a new Bible Study Class on Sundays from 10:30 11:45 am in Fireside Room (on the first floor in the gym building). Dr. Art Patzia, Senior Professor of New Testament at Fuller Seminary will lead the Bible study, beginning with a study of the Epistle to the Ephesians. Come to gain a better understanding of Gods Word. We envision a cross-generational group with young people and adults of all ages. Bring your Bible and invite a friend. Contact: Art Patzia at apatzia@fuller.edu.
Wow! I have a few new people to sign on to be ushers, 9am service. I am looking for folk who could commit to one Sunday a month to usher at the 10:30am service. Have no fear I will guide you through what you need to know. It is an easy way to serve the Church community and the Lord. Please contact Cindy Moseley at cam90546@yahoo.com or see me at church.
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Sarah Circle will meet on Tuesday, March 18th, 9:30 am - noon in Fireside. We welcome all women to join us for service projects, fellowship and refreshments. For more info, contact Julie Maljian at (818) 790-5911.
The next meeting of the Men's Book Club will be at the Corner House on Thursday, March 13th, at 7pm. Come join us as we discuss "Mr. Penumbra's 24-Bookstore," by Robin Sloan. For more information, contact Rich Doyle at DoyleRJRB@aol.com.
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Weekly Programs
The PCSM Hub: Sunday mornings in the courtyard/gym, 9:45 - 10:30 am
Every Sunday, from 9:45am-10:45am, between services, the Hub will be open in the courtyard (or gym) for students to touch base with adult leaders and other students! This way, no matter what service students attend/serve during, there will always be a home base for PCSM on Sunday mornings.
Special Events
LA Marathon: March 9
This year Pasadena Covenant has teamed up with World Vision in two exciting ways: 30 Hour Famine and the LA Marathon! We will all be working together to raise money for World Visions Clean Water and Hunger-fighting initiatives! and a crazy night in for our Middle Schoolers! Note: times and locations TBA.
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From Brad & Lisa: Our plans are moving ahead! And soon, we will be, too, moving to the other side of the globe to join a team in North India! During this busy time of preparation, we appreciate your encouragement and prayer more than we can express! Here is an update, featuring some Frequently Asked Questions about our upcoming transition:
FAQ #1: Why did you choose India? India is home to half of the worlds largest unreached people groups -- ethnic groups that have no church speaking their language and few, if any, believers. Our loving Father desires that every tribe and tongue has access to His redemptive love, and we share that desire. While India is majority Hindu, many of its unreached people groups are Muslim. We will be working in a region of India where Muslims are the majority, and living among a Muslim unreached group of around 8 million people. FAQ #2: How are your preparations coming? We are planning to fly out of LA for Delhi on March 17, so the countdown has started! Were working through our to-do list, shopping for luggage, applying for visas, packing away our belongings for storage. And spending precious time with our family and friends! One of the biggest things on our list is raising more financial support. Our monthly budget for living expenses (rent, food, local travel, insurance, etc.) on our new team is higher than what we are receiving at present. In addition, we need to raise an additional $15,000 for one-time set-up expenses, including airfare, setting up a home, and purchasing a vehicle. FAQ #3: What will you be doing when you get there? We are joining a team of four adults who run a business in a rural area. The business purchases agricultural products such as nuts, honey, and milk from local farmers and transforms them into more valuable products for sale in the big city. Their small factory employs people from the area, and farmers get a better price for their produce. Our teammates want to expand into other kinds of agricultural products and Brads experience and training will be a big asset to this effort. After an initial period of language and culture learning, well be visiting villages and assessing their needs to see how we can help. Jesus heart for the poor and marginalized was clear throughout His ministry, and we share His heart and (continued on page 6)
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Preparations for departure: Pray for peace, strength and energy, and God's continued direction in our plans; specifically, that our visas would come through quickly despite current diplomatic tensions. New home in North India: Pray for provision of a place to live and good neighbors. Anna: Continue to pray for Gods direction to a full-time teaching job, and for enough substituting in the meantime to make ends meet. Also, lift up her church involvement and good relationships. Mary: Pray for learning and maturing in her junior year at Biola, and for good relationships and spiritual growth. Finances: Pray for more monthly supporters and provision of our extra outgoing expenses.
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March 2014
1 Saturday 2 Sunday 9:00 a.m. Classes 9:00 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Classes 11:45 a.m. Hospitality 6:00 p.m. Koinonia Potluck 3 Monday 4 Tuesday 9:00 a.m. Play Club 5 Wednesday Ash Wednesday 6:00 a.m. Sanctuary open 5:45 p.m. Childrens Choir 6:30 p.m. Selah (PCSM) 6 Thursday 7 Friday 8 Saturday 9 Sunday - Daylight Saving Begins 9:00 a.m. Classes 9:00 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Classes 11:45 a.m. Hospitality 12:00 p.m. Luncheon for Leegers 10 Monday 11 Tuesday 5:00 p.m. Community Dinner 12 Wednesday 5:45 p.m. Childrens Choir 6:30 p.m. Selah (PCSM) 13 Thursday 7:00 p.m. Mens Book Club 14 Friday 15 Saturday 16 Sunday 9:00 a.m. Classes 9:00 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Classes 11:45 a.m. Hospitality 17 Monday 18 Tuesday 9:00 a.m. Play Club 9:30 a.m. Sarah Circle 19 Wednesday 5:45 p.m. Childrens Choir 6:30 p.m. Selah (PCSM) 20 Thursday 21 Friday 22 Saturday 23 Sunday 9:00 a.m. Classes 9:00 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Classes 11:45 a.m. Hospitality 12:15 p.m. Urban Ministries and CrossCultural Ministries joint meeting 24 Monday 25 Tuesday 7:30 p.m. Womens Book Club 26 Wednesday 5:45 p.m. Childrens Choir 6:30 p.m. Selah (PCSM) 27 Thursday 28 Friday 29 Saturday 30 Sunday 9:00 a.m. Classes 9:00 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Classes 11:45 a.m. Hospitality 31 Monday Spring ahead 1 hour on Sunday, March 9th (at 2:00 am)