LIFEMissions
Fire and Passion, Salt and Light
You've experienced the power inside the walls; engulfed in the comfort of Him, with the world and its troubles safely behind closed doors. You've let the music overcome you. The passion overwhelms you. Does it burn within you to reach beyond those walls? To share with others that which you have received? To know that you are a part of a life that is forever changed? Reach out. Inspire something great. Impassion a heart. LIFEMissions.
WELCOME BACK Laura and Rebecca Brown, returning from mission with Intercede International in Nairobi, Kenya. LC helped sponsor Laura and Becca. Continue prayer for protection and for seeds planted to develop according to God's plan and purpose. Check out the youtube video.
"Thank you, Pastor Mike and LIFEChurch, for your support and prayers. Without your help this experience would not have been possible..." Laura and Becca
Question & Answer . . .
Q: How can I be a part of the relief effort for the horn of Africa drought? Contribute through the Evangelical Covenant World Relief effort. Read more . . .
Q: Can you recommend a way I can be involved in the Japanese relief effort?
A new fund has been established by Covenant World Relief (Evangelical Covenant Church) to aid victims of the earthquakes and tsunami that devastated large areas in Japan last Friday. Click here to donate to the Japan relief fund. The CWR will be distributing funds through a number of partners already working in the affected areas. Pastor Shimizu, leader of the Japan Covenant Church, assures that the funds will be used with the most reputable and effective organizations.
Q: Where can I find more information about the 2011 trip to Guatemala?
Check out the Guatemala 2011 video!
If you weren't able to go on the 2011 mission experience, then come see [a video], hear [those that did] and get a taste [yum] of "exploring LIFE," on Sunday, August 28 at 10:30 a.m. Other information about the trip can be found by checking out the Guatemalan 2011 brochure, the application and release form. You might also find helpful . . ."Relive the Experience . . . Guatemala 2010" video and 2011 Guatemalan Mission trip FAQ's about life-changing experiences!
Q: I want to serve God in this community. How can I make an impact?
Current local outreach: (contact )
1. SHARING THE HOPE OF CHRIST – Under-resourced families need to know Christ is there for them— through the simple act of a Christmas gift. Families have been chosen, gifts purchased and wrapped by Sunday, Dec 18. Gift cards are an option to be distributed to families as well.
2. The Parenting Teenagers Course: Parents, you're not alone. Sign up for this 5 week course for parents with teens 11—18 years. Learn, with other parents, how to build strong relationships with your teens, coming January, 2012.
Past local events include:
1. GIVE THANKS by giving THANKSGIVING FEAST BOXES . . . food was donated, assembled and delivered by students to the under-resourced in Rosenberg. Pray for the families receiving—that they know God and His love, and continue to be nourished and grow strong in Him.
2. Highlighting YOU BBQ, Sunday, September 18; Start the year off right!! BBQ dinner, inflatable fun games, mini-gift bags and door prizes.
3. Back 2 School Chick-Fil-A lunch: LC appreciates teachers and thanked them for what they do on an inservice day, Tuesday, August 16! 175 lunches were handed out and "Highlighting YOU BBQ" invitations for the September 18 event honoring the staff, coaches and teachers and their families.
4. Fun Day at the Park Shoe Give-away: In conjunction with area churches, LC was in action before school started at the shoe give-away, August 6, 2011; at Travis Park, Rosenberg. Over 1,000 shoes were given out.
Sometimes it’s difficult to know where to use your gifts, talents, and skills—matched with time constraints, interests and passions to make a difference in people’s lives. If you would like some guidance and direction, complete the LIFEMissions Volunteer Questionnaire, and contact . He'll give you some ideas about where your family, friends, LIFEGroup or you could make a difference in our community and globally.
Q: What is the HANDS & HEARTS GOLF TOURNAMENT about? Can anyone play?
Anyone can play or volunteer to help on the day of the H & H golf tournament. This past year, the tournament was held Monday, May 2, 2011 at Sugar Creek Country Club. The funds raised supported not only the Guatemalan Mission Trip and other area charities, but this year included the Joe Walz family. More details can be found at the Hands & Hearts Foundation website or on the GOLF TOURNAMENT entry form.
Q: Wouldn't it be great if we could band together and help out in the name of Jesus after a hurricane or natural disaster?
WHATCHA GOT? Being Jesus after a Hurricane... fill out the Watcha Got Form so we can add it to a database of equipment and contact information in case of an emergency. Email it back to .
Q: What IS mission at LIFEChurch?
Our Mission is to lead people to become fully devoted Christ-followers.
Bring In, Build Up, Train, Send Out
Definition of a Mission:
Going outside our comfort zone
Going to someone in need
Going locally and around the world
Going for 1 day or a lifetime
Elements of Mission:
Relationship Building
Worship
Spiritual Growth
Mission Task
Keeping the fire burning
Mission Focus and Result:
Transformation in those we serve
Transformation in those serving
Transformation in cities and nations
For more information contact .
