The Pastor’s Blog
Changing Lives
I just recently got back from a short-term mission trip to Mexico. We build a home for a single mother and her three children. It was an amazing week of working with great people and helping the Lord change this family’s world for the better. Spending time playing and building with the family was so worth it. Knowing that they have a safe place and a solid roof over their heads is a comfort. As much as building the home changed their lives it changed ours as well. We came to recognize how blessed we are and what opportunities we have been given. We give back because of all that Jesus has done for us and in so doing help to magnify His name and Kingdom in our world. Because Jesus has changed our lives, we work to help Him do that in other’s lives. It is Jesus that inspires and enables us to do these things. When we allow Jesus to change out lives we end up moving more and more closely towards the heart of God for those around us. Why is this? Because our will and being begin to reflect that of Jesus.
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May 30, 2019 Update
June 2nd is Promotion Sunday! We are recognizing those who are changing departments. Congratulations to Payshens Cichy going into 6th grade, Leo Crossett going into 7th grade, Chyna Crossett and Skylar DuLong, both going into 9th grade. William Anderson graduated from North Medford on June 1st, he will continue his education at George Fox University in the fall. Following worship there will be a time of fellowship with refreshments to celebrate the occasion!
Southern Oregon Area Meeting.
We invite all who are interested in the health and growth of their local church and our yearly meeting to join us at the Southern Oregon Area Meeting which will take place at Medford Friends on Wednesday, June 5th at 6 p.m. The area gatherings
are planned to be both inspirational and informational. Part of the
meeting will be a “meet the Superintendent” time and Jim Le Shana
will share some vision for Northwest Yearly Meeting and our churches. The
clerks will provide information on task force work, and there will be some
final time for questions and answers.
Please join us to celebrate Emily Brewster with a Bridal Shower on Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 3 p.m. at MFC Fellowship Hall. All Ladies Welcome. Emily is registered at Target, Amazon.com and Myregistry.com
FWMF Delectable Delicacies for Dad’s Day – Sunday, June 16th, you can find us in the fellowship hall between Worship & Sunday School. There will be sweet and not so sweet treats. Cost by donation. Funds go towards support of NWYM Friends Serving Abroad and local outreach ministries.
Friends Women Fellowship The ladies will meet Thursday, June 20th, at 10:30 a.m. in the fireside room at MFC. All ladies are welcome. Lunch will follow the meeting.
Movie on the Patio Join the Hamilton’s for a fun time, they will be showing the movie “Snow Dogs” at their place on June 22nd at dusk, about 8:30 p.m. There will be popcorn & punch served. Please bring your lawn chair, no lounge chairs please! See your Sunday bulletin for more information.
Elders Project – Now through June 23rd – “Fill the Van for Summer Fun” The toy drive MFC is holding to support foster children in our community is looking good! We have until June 23rd to accept donations of indoor & outdoor toys, games, activities for children age 0-17 years. These will be given to foster families during the long, hot & sometimes smoky summer to keep their children active & entertained. Please leave you donations in the designated area on the platform in the front of the sanctuary. Our goal is to fill the church van!
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Camp Auction that raises funds for our kids to earn scholarships toward 2019 camps at Twin Rocks. Register youth on line at www.twinrocks.org, print your confirmation of registration form and bring it to the church office for the auction scholarship. (We reimburse you the scholarship amount by check.)
Drivers needed to camp and drivers home from camp for the following camps at Twin Rocks: Girls Camp 7/6 & 7/10 and Tween Camp 7/15 & 7/20 – Contact Jesse Davis if you have questions or are interested in volunteering.
Boys Camp July 1-5 for boys entering 4th – 6th grades, camp cost $365 if registered before June 13.
Girls Camp July 6-10 for girls entering 4th – 6th grades, camp cost $365 if registered before June 18.
Tween Camp July 15-20 for youth entering 7th – 9th grades, cost $380 if registered before June 27.
Surfside Camp August 4-10 for youth completing 8th – 12th grades, cost $395 if registered before July 17.
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Summer Time!
As we head into this season many of us find ourselves very busy! We have school finishing up, we are looking into trips and visits, we are worrying about when Fire Season will start, and we are trying to get outside to enjoy some sunshine and clean air while we can. “Strike while the iron is hot” is an old saying that means go while you can, do while you can, or get while you can. It encourages us to take advantage of the right conditions. Often in life we want to wait until we are ready to take the shot but we often don’t feel ready when the conditions are right. Waiting to go until we are ready to go often means we miss our window of opportunity. This summer as things start to heat up, I encourage you to “strike while the iron is hot.” To take the opportunities that come your way. God is giving us moments to share His love and His kingdom with those around us. Are we going to take that opportunity or wait until we feel ready and possibly miss our chance?
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May 02, 2019 Update
Business Meeting – Sunday, May 5th. We will meet in the sanctuary following worship, the adult Bible studies will follow the meeting.
Help our Kids go to Twin Rocks Friends Camp!
The Sign-up Sheets to list your auction items are located on the usher’s table in the foyer and in the fellowship hall. Items such as baked goods, handmade items, antiques, collectibles and company donations have sold well in the past. We are looking forward to a great evening of fun fellowship and raising funds for camp scholarships for our youth.
Dinner and Silent Camp Auction Everyone is invited to join the fun and help our youth with scholarships to camp.
Wednesday, May 15thJoin us for Dinner at 6 p.m.
Dinner: Your choice of Lasagna! Meat, Vegetarian or Gluten-free Vegan with Salad and Garlic Bread.
$10 for adults and $5 for children under 12 with all proceeds going towards the camp scholarship fund.
Boys Camp July 1-5 for boys entering 4th – 6th grades, camp cost $365 if registered before June 13.
Girls Camp July 6-10 for girls entering 4th – 6th grades, camp cost $365 if registered before June 18.
Tween Camp July 15-20 for youth entering 7th – 9th grades, cost $380 if registered before June 27.
Surfside Camp August 4-10 for youth completing 8th – 12th grades, cost 395 if registered before July 17.
Boys Camp 7/1 & 7/5 and Girls Camp 7/6 & 7/10.
Tween Camp 7/15 & 7/20 and Surfside Camp 8/4 & 8/10.
Contact Jesse Davis if you have questions or are interested in volunteering.
Friends Women Fellowship The ladies will meet Thursday, May 16th, at 10:30 a.m. in the fireside room at MFC. All ladies are welcome. We will have lunch at Wendy’s following the meeting.
All Church Potluck – Sunday May 19th
Please join us in the fellowship hall for our Next All Church Potluck is Scheduled for Sunday, May 19th. Bring a main dish and salad, vegetable or dessert to share.
The River will be in concert at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 100 Windsor Ave. Medford on Saturday, May 11th at 6:30 p.m. The admission is free.
2019 Annual Spring Fellowship and Missions Rally
“Precious…Everlasting Love”
10 a.m. Saturday, May 18th at Talent Friends Church
Main Speaker will be EFM Executive Director, Dan Cammack. Elizabeth Todd, FSA, Palestine will also share. Lunch to follow at noon.
Elders New Project – Now through June 23rd
“Fill the Van for Summer Fun” is a toy drive MFC is holding to support foster children in our community. From now until June 23rd we will gladly accept donations of indoor & outdoor toys, games, activities for children age 0-17 years. These will be given to foster families during the long, hot & sometimes smoky summer to keep their children active & entertained. Please leave you donations in the designated area on the platform in the front of the sanctuary. Our goal is to fill the church van!
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