A Note From Kyle

Happy New Year! I’m praying you all have been taking in this season with your family & friends, enjoying the weather and time together. I love the new year–it feels so fresh, like the whole world is starting anew in its own unique way. This weekend is going to be really special as we consider what that uniqueness looks like for each of us spiritually. My good friend Prashan DeVisser is in town from Sri Lanka and I’ve invited him to speak at Mariners MV. He is someone who has inspired, challenged and provoked my view of God, my spiritual journey with Him, and what it looks like to live a courageous life of faith. I promise you will come away from the service feeling encouraged and ready to take on 2013! Bring family and friends as we launch into this new year together.

peace…

kyle

A Note From Caleb

Happy 2013!

A New Year inspires new things…
– new goals
– new roles
– new shoes
– new hairdos

Last weekend we talked about how this year will be full of,

1) Daily Decisions
2) Defining Moments

We looked at some life-shaping priorities from Scripture to help frame the context of our own Daily Decisions in this New Year. If you missed the message you can listen to it here.

One key ingredient to living a full and meaningful life in 2013 is stepping out of your comfort zone and engaging in new relationships and new commitments. So we’re giving you some opportunities to do just that!

Rooted Groups start the second week of January. We’ve already filled 3-4 groups, but I’d like to fill one or two more. If you’re a Rooted hold-out, step up! You won’t regret it.

If you’ve already done Rooted, tell somebody else how great it is and get them signed up!

Life Groups are made up of people who commit to do life together for a season. Some of our Rooted Groups continue as Life Groups. Some don’t. Some Life Groups are birthed by a few friends who reach out and invite a few others in. The key is to gather regularly (weekly or every-other week), study the Bible, pray together, and engage regularly in some act of service. Life Groups will become your lifeline to genuine community and meaningful friendships.

We’ll be hosting Life Group Connection–for people who have already participated in Rooted but want to plug into a new Life Group. It’s coming in a few weeks, so stay tuned!

The Portrait of a Woman and Jesus Study is starting soon. It was written by–and will be led by–one of our own: Barb Egbert! If you’re a woman who has already taken Rooted, I’d encouraged you to consider jumping into this special group for women. For more information, please email Barb.

The Men’s Bible Study meets at our office (2124 Main St #260) every Wednesday morning, from 6:45-8am. Men, you’re always welcome to join, anytime. Contact one of our Associate Elder, Kirk for more information.

See you this weekend!

caleb