WEDNESDAY NIGHTS ARE FAMILY NIGHTS AT JOURNEY

7:00pm   

Everyone is invited to join us on Wednesday nights from 7:00-8:15pm for Adult Bible studies, REVERB for middle and high school students, children’s programming for Kindergarten through 5th grade, and childcare for nursery to preschool.  Stop by the Connection Center for class descriptions.  Everyone is invited to join us on Wednesday nights for dinner.  You will enjoy spaghetti and meatballs, a side salad, roll, dessert and beverage for only $3 per person.  Dinner is served in the Atrium from 6:00-6:45pm.  Buy your tickets on Sunday at the Connection Center.  If you would like to be a part of the kitchen team for these dinners, please contact Anita Burns at aburns@journeychristian.com.

WELCOME BASKET FOR THE HAMPTONS

March 10, 2010

We will be presenting a welcome basket to John and Melinda Hampton as they begin their ministry with us on March 14.  We would love for our whole Journey family to participate in this effort.  First, we are asking each individual or family to submit a photo and a brief bio.  What a wonderful tool this will be for John and Melinda as they begin to put names with faces.  Secondly, we are looking for contributions that would help with their relocation.  The following are a few ideas:  gift cards to local restaurants, grocery stores, gift memberships or one time passes to local attractions such as Leu Gardens, newspaper subscription, local/regional maps, movie passes, etc.  As you can see, the ideas are endless.  Please have all of your donations to the church by Wednesday, March 10.  Finally, and most importantly, other meaningful things our congregation can “give” John and Melinda are support, respect, love, unity, and prayer.

YOUNG AT HEART DAY AT LAKE AURORA

March 11, 2010

Get away for a day on March 11 and enjoy a meal, fellowship, inspiration, and relaxation at Lake Aurora.  There will be “Expo” booths geared for seniors.  The cost is $11 per person.  Please make reservations by March 8.  For more information and to register (deadline is February 28) visit www.info@lakeaurora.org or call 863.696.1102.

BREAD OF LIFE

March 13, 2010  |  9:00am-1:00pm

Our next Bread of Life event will be held THIS Saturday, March 13.  If you would like to volunteer to help at this event, contact Chuck Shegda at jc4mee@yahoo.com.

BLOOD DRIVE

March 14, 2010  |  8:30am-1:00pm

The BIG RED BUS will be here THIS Sunday, March 14.  Someone’s life depends on you!  All donors will receive a free shirt and a free mini physical.  Please bring your I.D.

RELATIONSHIP RETREAT AT LAKE AURORA

March 19-21, 2010 & May 21-23, 2010

This pre-marital relationship retreat will take place at Lake Aurora March 19-21 and May 21-23.  Pre-Engaged couples are encouraged to attend.  Cost is $198 per couple (one night), $298 per couple (two nights).  For more information and to register visit www.lakeaurora.org or call 863.696.1102.

GUEST SERVICES’ MINISTRY CONFERENCE

March 20, 2010  |  9:00am-12:00pm

If you currently serve in, or are interested in learning about serving in Journey’s Guest Services’ Ministry, this conference is for you!  The following ministry partners make up Guest Services:  Front Door Greeters, Atrium Escorts, Parking Lot Attendants, Information Desk, Cafe & Bookstore, Complimentary Coffee Cart Attendants, Connection Center, Volunteer Center, and Bulletin Distributors.  This interactive conference is designed to educate, encourage, and invite you into a place of service and expression of the gift of hospitality.  Breakfast and lunch will be served, and a VERY special guest is scheduled to speak.  Tickets are complimentary and can be picked up at the Connection Center.  For more information, contact Anita at aburns@journeychristian.com or 407.884.7223.

NEW LIFE GROUP

April 10, 2010  |  7:00-8:30pm

Peter and Abi Moore are starting a new life group.  They will meet every other Saturday at their home in Apopka, from 7:00-8:30pm, beginning April 10.  The first study will be based on the book, Marriage:  Building Real Intimacy by Bill Hybels.  For more information, contact Abi at abijiyeonpark@yahoo.com or 407.404.0572.

WOMEN’S RETREAT AT LAKE AURORA

April 16-17 & 17-18, 2010

Women of all ages, stages of life, and Christian experience are invited to gather for a time of refreshment, reflection, and spiritual challenge at Lake Aurora.  Keynote speaker will be Sharon Thomas.  The cost $67 per session.  Only 300 spaces available.  For more information, go to www.lakeaurora.org.

RELAY FOR LIFE

April 16, 2010

It’s no secret that all of us have felt the effects of cancer in some way, shape or form.  The battle is monumental, but we are not powerless.  On April 16, we hope that you will join us in fighting back by participating in American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life event at Wekiva High School.  For more information and/or to join Journey’s team, go to www.relayforlife.org.