Hands and Feet of Jesus Ministries

School Supply Drive

Many families in the local community cannot afford to provide school supplies for their children and we want to help. Below is a list of supplies that we are collecting to share with students in need at Howard Elementary. You will notice that some of the supplies are listed by their brand name and educators tell us that is because even though they may cost a little more, those brands provide better bang for the buck.

A collection box for these supplies is in the main hallway. The deadline for bringing in supplies is Sunday, August 18^th. Carla Tappero will be delivering them to Howard during the week of the 19^th, as teachers are returning to prepare for the school year.

Supply List

12 pack Ticonderoga brand pencils, 24 count Crayola crayons; Pencil top erasers; large erasers; 12 count Crayola color pencils; 8 count Crayola color markers (washable); glue sticks; bottles of white glue; rulers; pencil pouches; red, blue, yellow and green pocket folders, notebook paper; pens; solar calculators; 3 ring binders; pocket dividers for binders; 3×5 lined note cards; spiral notebooks; Kleenex tissues; backpacks.

Clothing Give Away

Another Hands and Feet of Jesus ministry we have coming up in September is a clothing give away. We are specifically looking for warm clothes and coats, for kids through adults. Please be looking through your closets to see if you might have some gently used clothing that you would like to donate. More details to come.

Friends Twin Rocks Camp August 4-10, 2013   Surfside Camp

Kayla Davidson, Rosa Sanchez and Matt Storm are attending Surfside Camp Aug. 4^th – 10^th. Please remember to pray for them that week. You can go to www.twinrocks.org for photos posted during the week of camp.

Business Meeting – Sunday, August 11, 2013

On Sunday, August 11^th, we will gather in the sanctuary at 11 a.m. for an all church Business Meeting to approve the 2013 Nominating Committee Report. Our Yearly Meeting Representatives will also be sharing. There will not be any adult Bible Study classes that day.

Financial Report

                    July 2013          Year-to-date

Income        $14,678.27         $113,917.06

Expenses      17,462.18           125,490.57

Difference       -2,783.91            -11,573.51

Our expenses continue to run less than budgeted but so too does our income. We are thankful for God’s provision in all things and for all that everyone gives to the ministries of MFC. We ask that everyone continue praying for God’s provision for our financial needs.

100^th Birthday Celebration for Vera Wisely

Saturday, August 17^th     12 noon to 4 p.m.

The family and friends of Vera will celebrate her 100^th Birthday with a potluck dinner in the MFC Fellowship Hall and they invite us, their Church Family, to join the celebration. Vera has requested no gifts, but cards are most welcome.

For the potluck please bring a main dish and a side dish; coffee and punch will be provided and if you want any other soft drinks feel free to bring your own. Marilyn will provide a large birthday cake so dessert items are not necessary, but always welcome. We will cut and serve the cake around 1:30 p.m. If you would rather come for just cake and coffee, please feel free to come then.

Please RSVP so we will know how many to plan for: 541-664-1503 or 541-664-3363 or email Marilyn at mts1040@hotmail.com.

               Youth Group -Bowling @ Lava Lanes – August 6^th and August 27^th @ 11a.m.
2980 CRATER LAKE HWY, MEDFORD for info (541) 245-2755 or call Dave Gomez

NWYM Friends Women Retreat 2013

September 27-29  –  Twin Rocks Friends Camp

“Hang On To The Vine”  Guest Speaker Louise George

Register before 9/4/13 for the discount price.  There are workshops, crafts, games, music and fellowship time, it’s a great getaway. For more information there are pamphlets with registration forms on the table in the foyer.

Friends Women Missionary Fellowship Group will meet at MFC on September 19^th at 10 a.m. All ladies are welcome.

Friends Twin Rocks Camp  Raegan Kiley and Ariel Taylor are attending Girls Camp June 30^th – July 5^th.  Nate and Jaden Krupp will attend Boys Camp July 14^th – July 19^th.  Please be remembering them in prayer as they experience camp for the first time.

You can go to www.twinrocks.org for photos posted during the week of camp.

 August 4-10, 2013   Surfside Camp pre-registered by July 19, cost is $288.For youth completing 8^th-12^th grades this spring.

Matching t-shirts can help foster a sense of team, connectedness and family, and recognizing that all three of those are worthy goals for us, the Elders have designed a Medford Friends t-shirt. The shirts are available in a variety of sizes and are just $8 each for youth small through adult XL and just $9 each for sizes above XL. To order see the display in the main hallway at MFC or contact Carla Tappero.

FWMF (Friends Women Missionary Fellowship) thanks everyone who contributed to the Father’s day brownie bake sale, $140 was donated for mission’s projects.

All ladies are welcome to join us at the home of Phebe McManama, Thursday, July 18^th, at 10 a.m. for the next meeting. Following the meeting there will be a potluck picnic. We will not meet in the month of August, but resume again on the 19^th of Sept.

What's Up For the Youth!

Emigrant Lake Day

When:  July 8^th, Meet at MFC at 11 a.m. for rides

Where:  Emigrant Lake Water Slides

Cost:  $10 for 3hrs.

You Will Need:  Sunblock & Swim gear

All junior and senior high youth are invited. If you have any other questions please contact Dave Gomez.

Bring a Friend and Join in the Fun!

When:  Wednesday, July 31^st  

             8 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Where:  Bobbio's Pizza in Central Point

Cost:  $5

All junior and senior high youth are invited. If you need a ride please contact Dave Gomez.

Youth Impact Airsoft Extravaganza Saturday, July 20^th    8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.  Cost is $10

For more information and rides contact Dave Gomez.

THIRD DAY Concert – Wednesday, July 17^th   At Lithia Amphitheater 6 p.m.

Reserved: $40    General Admission: $22.50

It is recommended to order tickets in advance since prices will be higher on the day of the show. You can buy tickets online at www.Lmgconcerts.com or by calling 855-443-8499.

Note: Show tickets include admission to the Jackson County Fair on July 17^th.   Present your concert ticket at the Fair Gate for admission.

Northwest Yearly Meeting 2013 July 21-25  “The Risen Christ: Our Identity and Hope”

Online registration is open for Northwest Yearly Meeting 2013 annual sessions. The Sunday evening keynote address will be from Superintendent Becky Ankeny and the following evenings Richard Foster will be the guest speaker. To register please visit the Yearly Meeting web page at nwfriends.org.

Promotion Sunday – June 2^nd   All of our kids will move up to the next class and we will recognize those who are changing departments. Following worship there will be a time of fellowship to celebrate the occasion.

Congratulations to our 2013 Graduates!   Christian Sicairos graduates from South Medford High School and Aracely Gomez Bravo received her Master’s Degree from George Fox University.

• MORE GRADUATES TO HONOR        

  Phil & Erica Chan were mistakenly left off our list of college graduates. They completed their studies in respiratory therapy at OIT in March 2013 and graduated with Bachelor of Science degrees. We are sorry for the oversight.

Baccalaureate Class of 2013 – Friday, June 7^th

7 p.m. at North Medford Auditorium – Everyone is invited to celebrate the 2013 senior classes from North, South & Central High School. We will have students share from each school, enjoy special music, and a guest speaker. There will be refreshments following the service. If you have any questions contact Dave Gomez.

Ladies Fellowship Group

We will meet on Tuesday, June 4^th, at 7 p.m. The meeting will be at the home of Patsy Burton.  Denise Fleming is co-hostess. All ladies are invited and welcome to join us for sharing and caring fellowship.

FWMF (Friends Women Missionary Fellowship)

All ladies are welcome to join us at MFC, in the fireside room Thursday, June 20^th, at 10 a.m. This month’s story & devotional is from FSA (Friends Serving Abroad) is by Chelsea Carpenter who serves with her husband Brad in Rwanda.

“Fresh Baked Brownies for Dad” FWMF Fundraiser

Available Sunday, June 16^th – the cost is donation only and available in a variety of package sizes!  All proceeds to go toward mission projects.

 MEGA Sports Camp 

Volleyball   Soccer   Cheerleading   Basketball   Flag Football   Tae Kwon Do   Track/Field

When:  Monday, June 24 – Thursday, June 27, 2013, 8:30 AM – Noon

Location:  South Medford High School,1551 Cunningham Ave, Medford, OR 97501
Cost: FREE!!!    This church-led camp uses sports to introduce elementary kids to Jesus and help them develop Godly character; open to grades 3rd – 6th.

Go to roguevalleykids.org for more information and to register.  Space is limited. ($10 Donation Welcome)

Faith and Family Night with the Medford Rogues

June 25^th at 6:30 pm at Harry & David Baseball Field

The baseball game will be followed by a concert by Christian recording artist Paul Wright. The cost is $8 for the game and concert. Tickets may be purchased from Dave Gomez or the church office. All tickets sold through MFC will benefit the ministries of Impact Athletics, www.soimpactathletics.org.

Medford Friends T-Shirts for Sale

Matching t-shirts can help foster a sense of team, connectedness and family, and recognizing that all three of those are worthy goals for us, the Elders have designed a Medford Friends t-shirt. The shirts are available in a variety of sizes and are just $8 each for youth small through adult XL and just $9 each for sizes above XL. To order see the display in the main hallway or contact Carla Tappero at 541-826-4933.

Thanks for your support in this year’s Camp Auction! Thank you to everyone who helped with the auction with your efforts, donations & purchases. Total proceeds are $1,860 for camp scholarships & other youth events. If you haven’t paid for the items you purchased, please do so by June 30^th. If you participated in the camp auction, contact the church office to get your scholarship refund. Each camper is asked to contribute $20, to help cover the transportation costs. Contact the church office to confirm that your camper will be traveling via MFC’s transportation. Camp brochures are on the usher’s table in the foyer and registering for camp is made easy by going to www.twinrocks.org. 

• Each camper is required to provide a copy of their immunization records.
• To save $30; please pre-register!  The following prices reflect that savings!

June 30-July 5, 2013   Girls Camp pre-registered by June 14, cost is $226. For girls entering 4^th – 6^th grades this fall.

July 7-13, 2013   Tween Camp pre-registered by June 21, cost is $288. For youth entering 7^th-9^th grades this fall.

July 14-19, 2013   Boys Camp pre-registered by June 28, cost is $226. For boys entering 4^th – 6^th grades this fall.

August 4-10, 2013   Surfside Camp pre-registered by July 19, cost is $288. For youth completing 8^th-12^th grades this spring.

Financial Report

                      May 2013          Year-to-date

Income          $13,522.76           $82,475.50

Expenses        17,268.45             89,904.86

Difference        -3,745.69              -7,429.36

Our expenses for May are in line with our budget but our giving is under what we budgeted. We are so thankful for everyone who contributes to the ministries of Medford Friends Church and we ask that everyone would be praying for God’s continued provision as we seek to serve Him.

Monday – Read Jeremiah 29:10-11

God had a plan for His people who were in exile in Babylon. What hope do you suppose that gave them?

God has a plan for your life. What hope does that give you?

How can you better know God’s plan for you?

What will you do?

Tuesday – Read Romans 8:28-30

According to verse 29, who does God intend for us to become like?

How can we do that?

What hope does this passage give you?

What will you do?

Wednesday – Read John 13:12-17

Who is our example of how to live and serve God and others?

Why is it important that we recognize Jesus as our example?

What can happen if we pursue the wrong example?

How does this passage challenge you? What will you do?

Thursday – Read John 13:34-35

What does Jesus call us to do here?

What example has He given us?

Why is it important?

How can we live as Jesus calls us to here?

Friday – Read John 15:1-8

What does it mean to “remain” in Jesus?

Why is this crucial to living for Him and serving Him?

What can we do with Jesus?

What can we do without Him?

How does this passage challenge you? How will you respond?

Saturday – Read Acts 1: 1-11