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Mentoring Matters

August 31st 2009

The Fall session of Mentoring Matters will begin the week of September 28 through the week of November 16. Sign-ups will be available on the Patio Sunday, September 6 and 13. For more information on this ministry please check their website here.

Here’s a note from Maria who attended the summer study:
My name is Maria. I’m married and a mother of 5 beautiful children. When I made the decision to join Mentoring Matters, I didn’t know what to expect, I was nervous and not sure this was going to be of any help for what I was going through at the time.

My marriage had begun to fall apart, I had a daughter that was suicidal and depressed and I didn’t know how to handle any of it. I felt as if I had no control over anything. Mentoring Matters was a huge eye opener for me; the studies (homework) were very deep and encouraging and uplifting.

As the weeks went by, I started seeing what God was doing in my life and lives of my family. That’s when I started to see the light at the end of the tunnel and I believed my God was there with me the whole time.

Today I can honestly say I’m enjoying spending time with my husband and my children. Overall the study not only taught me how to be a better wife and mother. It also exposed areas I never even knew existed. Now, I try to think, feel and speak from a biblical perspective. I have a more personal and closer walk with Jesus.

If you attended the Mentoring Matters Ministry summer session and would like to share your experience, please tell us about it in the comment section of this post.

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Men’s and Women’s Bible Fellowship Sign-ups

August 20th 2009

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Our women’s Bible study this year has a new name, Virtue. They’ll be studying a series in the Gospel of John, beginning September 24.

We offer two studies for women:

  • Thursday Morning Study 9:15 A.M.–11:15 A.M. (inductive and deductive)
  • Thursday Evening Study 7:00 P.M.–9:00 P.M. (inductive and deductive)
  • Children’s ministry is offered at the morning study only and registration is required for all children participating.

You can register on the Patio August 9, 23, & 30 or register online at harvestriverside.org.

sunam_013Men’s Bible Fellowship:

This year the men’s study focuses on the “Instruction of God from the Letters of Paul” -Part one looks at 1 & 2 Thessalonians and will run September 22–December 15. Then, part two of the study will key in on 1 & 2 Timothy starting January 5 through March 23. Part three wraps up the Bible study year with Paul’s letters to Titus and Philemon, April 13-May 25, 2010.
Studies are available Tuesdays at 7:00 A.M. and 7:00 P.M.

Registration is required, so be sure to sign up on the patio or go online here.

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A Weekend With Marty Goetz

August 20th 2009

_dsc4855Join us for a special Courtyard Fellowship, Saturday, August 29, as we enjoy the music of Marty Goetz. A true friend of Harvest, Marty’s special music ministry will bless and encourage you and your family. It all starts at 7:00 p.m. Be sure to come early however, and enjoy dinner at Cafe 3:20!

Then on Sunday, August 30, Marty will join us for worship at all three morning services. Service times are 7:45, 9:45 and 11:45 a.m.

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Special Crusade Hours

August 11th 2009

The Church office, Harvest Bookstore and Cafe 3:20 will have special hours so that everyone can attend the Southern California Harvest.

The Church Office will close Friday, August 14 at 3:00 p.m. and on Saturday, August 15, at 1:00 p.m.

The Bookstore and Cafe 3:20 will close Friday, August 14, at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, August 15, at 1:00 p.m. and then on Sunday the 16th at 3:00 p.m.

Don’t miss the ’09 Southern California Harvest. Gates open at Angel Stadium of Anaheim at 5:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday evenings and at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday. Special musical guests include Third day, Relient K and Chris Tomlin. Be sure to visit our website for more information or to watch online at harvest.org

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Impact Classes

August 7th 2009

_dsc1286Make-up Impact Classes are still available for those who are interested in ushering or doing decision follow-up on the field after each nights Crusade. Three classes (15 minutes each) will be offered following each Sunday morning service. They will meet in The Loft (Youth Building) after first and second service and then in the Sanctuary after third service.

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Children’s Ministry Volunteers

August 7th 2009

The new rotation in the Children’s Ministry begins September 6 and runs through Marchimg_9902 3.

Studies show that 83% of believers come to faith before age 13. Share in the richest playing field in encouraging children to come to faith by being . . .

  • A Teacher
  • A Teacher’s Assistant
  • A Substitute Teacher or Assistant
  • A Ministry Youth Trainee (ages 11-15)
  • A Security Volunteer
  • A Special Needs Assistant
  • An Office or Supply Room Assistant
  • A Ministry Arts Assistant
  • A Puppeteer
  • A Greeter

An Introduction meeting is scheduled for this Sunday, August 9, in the educational building in Room 11. (The same meeting repeated during all three services. You need to only come to one.)

Please call the Children’s Ministry Office at 951-359-8529 for more information or drop by the office Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Don’t let this wonderful opportunity to serve God and His children pass you by!

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Musicians Network

August 5th 2009

img_55481Hey Muso’s – Don’t miss this month’s Musicians Network as we welcome Hanz back to emcee the night for us! The Young Adult Choir will open the night in worship for us, which is always great, and then Greg Mariano will share a devotion.

As always, instruction is available in breakout classes for drums, bass, beginning and intermediate guitar, vocals and songwriting. (Please note: No children under 12 can be accommodated during instruction time.)

It’s a great time of encouragement, instruction and fellowship and it all starts at 7pm in the Fellowship Hall. Come ready to worship and bring a friend!

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Men’s and Women’s Bible Fellowship Sign-ups

August 3rd 2009

sunam_012Virtue:

Our women’s Bible study this year has a new name, Virtue. They’ll be studying a series in the Gospel of John, beginning September 24.

We offer two studies for women:

  • Thursday Morning Study 9:15 A.M.–11:15 A.M. (inductive and deductive)
  • Thursday Evening Study 7:00 P.M.–9:00 P.M. (inductive and deductive)
  • Children’s ministry is offered at the morning study only and registration is required for all children participating.

You can register on the Patio August 9, 23, & 30 or register online at harvestriverside.org.

sunam_013Men’s Bible Fellowship:

This year the men’s study focuses on the “Instruction of God from the Letters of Paul” -Part one looks at 1 & 2 Thessalonians and will run September 22–December 15. Then, part two of the study will key in on 1 & 2 Timothy starting January 5 through March 23. Part three wraps up the Bible study year with Paul’s letters to Titus and Philemon, April 13-May 25, 2010.
Studies are available Tuesdays at 7:00 A.M. and 7:00 P.M.

Registration is required, so be sure to sign up on the patio or go online here.

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