1st Quarter 2014

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FILLED, FAMILY and FAITH JAN. FEB. MAR. two thousand and fourteen

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Passion for God Love for People Equipping Leaders Penetrating Evangelism Healthy Families we are here to serve you / executive core

Senior Pastor Sam Valverde Raquel Valverde Community Relations/Women’s Director Pastor Patrick & Judy Cisneros The Journey Pastor Fernando & Judy Salgado Volunteers Nat & Becky Ochoa Administration Andrew & Anna Rodriguez Sanctuary Director Timothy & Sonia Valverde Celebration/Student-Young Adult Pastor

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INSIDE THIS BROCHURE

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Message from Pastor Sam Valverde

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January Theme FILLED

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3 DAY FAST

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CHURCH Prayer Nights

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The Journey

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February Theme FAMILY

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Friday’s @ FTC (Thank God)

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March Theme FAITH

REMNANT Student / Young Adults

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VOLUNTEER @ FTC

GENERATION SWAG Juniors

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Membership, Restoration, Life Groups, Baby Dedications

February Theme FAMILY

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10X10 Finances

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A Message from PastorSam ...so your minds should be corrupted from the simplicity that is in Christ.” - Paul the Apostle (II Corinthians 11:3)

FTC, let’s simplify, let’s focus.

Kingdom work involves so many aspects, causes and purposes that at times we become overwhelmed and choose rather to avoid Kingdom work altogether. It seems easier to disconnect from commitment, focus on our own affairs and attend church on Sundays.

In 2014 let us “work out our salvation” a quarter at a time.

The church can look forward to embracing a specific monthly cause, complete a mission and celebrate victories every quarter. Then we can look forward to the next mountain to climb. Instead of getting lost in the Sunday-after-Sunday routine, we can, together, start and finish a specific mission. How can we accomplish this?

I believe the secret is found in alignment and synchronization.

Alignment is more powerful than

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agreement. We can all agree on a specific cause or project, but when each member positions themselves in correct alignment, we will all push towards the same goal, at the same time. Like an aligned rowing crew, each synchronizing the dip and pull of their paddles, an aligned and synchronized church will cut through the waters at a faster pace. I say this because we must redeem the time, because the days are evil. (Ephesians 5:16) Not only will the church hasten its pace, it will experience new dimensions of depth and growth, in that order.

Experience graduates to relationship; rejoicing to celebration and tolerance to love. Addition will turn into multiplication; energy into synergy; the results: exponential growth!

Pastor Sam Valverde

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JANUARY THEME

FILLED Passion for God: A desperate seeking of His presence In January, let’s pray a lot. Get up early. Turn off the TV and pray that last half-hour before you go to bed. Visit the prayer room early in the morning.

Let’s pray for a baptism of the Holy Spirit in every life. Pray together as a family. Fast every Wednesday and at least one Sunday. It’s time to seek his face.

PREACHING SERIES:

BUT BY MY SPIRIT

If I may, allow me to add that it is not programs, planning or even people who, by themselves, move the Kingdom forward. Like a beautiful car without a motor will not move an inch, neither will the church without the power of the Spirit of God. God uses programs, planning and people, but the thrust comes from his Spirit. In the days we live in, we cannot just say we are spirit-filled, we must be baptized by God’s presence in order to be able to work the works of him who sent us.

“Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts.” Zechariah 4:6 The purpose of this series is for every FTC member to strive to be filled or re-filled with the Holy Ghost. God’s word already establishes that it is not by might or power, but by God’s spirit.

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Sunday January 5, 2014: Don’t Even Try It! (The sons of oil) Zechariah’s book begins with a series of eight visions that God gave to Zechariah and the people of Israel. This sermon will focus on the 5th vision whose message is clear: the temple cannot be rebuilt but by the spirit of God. It is only with the aid of the Holy Spirit that anything will be built, rebuilt or restored in our lives.

Sunday, January 12, 2014 - Pastor, I want a Powerful, Abundant and Effective Christian Life! (7 Reasons why we Need the Baptism of the Holy Ghost (Part I) Are you tired of living a mediocre Christian life? Do you need more, but

don’t even know where to start? In four passages in the Gospel of John, Jesus (who is the one who baptizes with the Holy Ghost) shares why each believer must be baptized with His Spirit. He gives 7 functions of the Holy Ghost that will enrich the believer’s life. This message will challenge you to live a powerful, abundant and effective Christian life.

Sunday, January 19, 2014 - Pastor, I want a Powerful, Abundant and Effective Christian Life. (7 Reasons why we Need the Baptism of the Holy Ghost.) (part II) Sunday, January 26, 2014: But be Filled with the Spirit!

On this day (and Friday the 24th), Evangelist Ron Fernandez will minister to the congregation so that all will be filled or refilled by the Spirit of God.

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n order for us and our families to receive a baptism of the fullness of his Spirit, we must prepare spiritually. Therefore I am calling the church to a 3-day fast the week of our revival. This will take the place of our usual 21-day fast that some of us present to the Lord. Sometimes those fasts become more about what we can eat than a concentration on the Lord’s purpose. Although in the future we will call to another 21day fast, this time we will condense our fast to 3 days. I encourage you to fast food, technology of social media, television, movies and all other past times. Let us give ourselves wholly unto the Lord. It would be a good time to teach our children the discipline of fasting, by precept and example.

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FEBRUARY THEME

In February we will focus on family relationships. Let’s strengthen our marriages, improve our relationship with our children, parents and in-laws. In our last moments on this earth, it will be our immediate family surrounding our death bed and not are boss, colleagues or friends. Let’s invest wisely in the only ones we can take with us heaven.

FAMILY Healthy Families: A duty to cultivate

“invest wisely in the only ones we can take...”

The February preaching series will cover marriage and family relationships. One of the messages entitled: Mi Memo no Fuma” (Spanish title to be explained) will deal with parental blind spots when it comes to admitting to their children’s faults. Another message will offer practical steps to take when dealing with rebellious teenagers.

Details about the other messages will appear in the February bulletin.

Marriage Seminar - On Saturday, February 8, 2014 we will celebrate a marriage seminar entitled “Tell me, O thou whom my soul loveth” based on Song of Solomon 1:7. This seminar will be an interactive time between couples as we delve into topics and subjects rarely discussed! Unhappy marriages are not a result of lack of love but rather a lacking of “telling each other what is important”!

Don’t miss out!

Singles Seminar - Friday, February 14, 2014 All single parents and adults are invited to a seminar that will offer tools on how to cope with living the single’s life. We recommend Luci Swindoll’s unapologetic book “Wide My World, Narrow My Bed”. Other important topics and content from other useful literature will be presented in lectures, group dynamics and panels.

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THE JOURNEY IS ALL ABOUT GOD’S TRANSFORMING LOVE!

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“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.” 2 Corinthians 5:17

had a hard time comprehending what he was doing and his message of unconditional love, hope and eternal life when he sat to eat with those who were not involved in any religion and not part of any religious circles, in the following manner, “Go and learn what this means: I desire mercy [that is, readiness to help those in trouble] and not sacrifice and sacrificial victims. For I came not to call and invite [to repentance] the righteous (those who are upright and in right standing with God), but sinners (the erring ones and all those not free from sin).”

- Matthew 9:13 Amplified Version

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T he Journey is where we connect our friends who visit Fountain of Truth or one of our Life Groups, to the simple message of God’s love and what the bible instructs about God’s plan for salvation.

Our friends and family often may wonder, “why is it so important to be baptized”, and “what does it really mean to be born again?”, “What do I need to do, to get this life I am living – right or back on track?” It’s really not complicated, it’s simple and it really does not require a person to be perfect or even to have it all together, in fact, quite the contrary. Jesus responded to a group of religious people who

THE JOURNEY Journey in Christ – Level 1 (Q&A Room at 9AM) The Greatest Decision Feb 2 The Power of the Cross of Christ Feb 9 Water Baptism and Deliverance Feb 16 The Born Again Man Feb 23 An Encounter with God Mar 2 Spiritual Retreat Mar 8 Harvest Sunday Mar 30

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Road to Maturity – Level 2 (Room 206 at 9AM) Liberated Feb 2 Where do I go from Here?

Feb 9 Effective Habits for Spiritual Growth Feb 16 Staying Connected to the Body of Christ Feb 23 Membership – Level 3 (Room 210 at 8:30AM) Membership Values Jan 26 Membership Values Mar 2

FAQS When and where are Journey classes offered?

The Journey Classes are given on Sunday mornings from 9am to 10am in our Children’s ministry area.

What can I expect when I arrive?

You will be received by a host of loving and friendly people and served coffee and light snacks to start your morning!

How long are these classes and of what do they consist?

The Journey consists of three levels, the first offers six classes and is called Journey in Christ and then ends with a celebration of baptisms; the second level is a 4 week course called Road to Maturity. The third level leads you right into Membership at Fountain of Truth. See our Membership information in this brochure for further information.

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How can I get started?

You can sign up on Sunday mornings by stopping by our connection center immediately following our Celebration services.

This is a great place to meet the Journey Team and get started on your way to great things. You can also sign up at your Life Group.

When do sessions begin?

Please see the schedule above.

We are beginning a bi-weekly Friday night Bible study!

Thank God it’s Friday edification will begin in February of 2014. We will celebrate this exciting event every 1st and 3rd Friday of each month.

Event Purpose: Edification! The purpose is to offer an in-depth systematic Bible study to FTC members because we need to grow strong roots in the word of God. These exegetical studies will cover apostolic doctrine, complete books of the Bible and other relevant topics.

We will begin with a half hour of heart-felt prayer, an act of humbling ourselves before his presence previous to opening our hearts to the Word.

Why Friday Nights? Friday night is a good time for people to unplug from work, school and other life occupations and plug into God’s Spirit and Word. Because most do not work on Saturdays, there will be ample time for altar call, fellowship and interaction.

February 7th- Righteousness, for who? Romans 1:16-17 February 21st- The righteous judge, who’s guilty? Romans 2:2 March 7th- We all fall short! Romans 3:23 March 21st- Justified! Romans 4:3 Teachers: Pastor Abel Gonzalez & Pastor Phil Raya

COMMUNION Minister Joe Alvarez will also be programming Communion Services which will be scheduled as special Friday night events.

Directors: Joe & Sheila Alvarez

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MARCH THEME

FAITH “But without faith it is impossible to please him...”

Hebrews 11:6

Is Matthew 17:20 to be taken literally?

What is mustard-seed faith? Can I really move my mountain to a place called yonder?

The messages in March are for the weary; for those who find themselves in a rut (spiritual, relational, financial, ministry, etc.) They are for those who really need a miracle, that supernatural touch of God at the precise moment. They will encourage those who have let down the shield of faith and have been wounded by the arrows of discouragement. It is for those who have prayed faithfully, but as of yet - no answer.

How many unanswered petitions are backed up in your life like a long line of 737s on the runway waiting to take off? I once waited for close to two hours waiting to take off during a New York storm. You can imagine the frustration when the pilot announced that we were number forty-seven, “if weather permitted”.

We will preach on faith; wise biblical faith that knows it cannot force God’s hand to do anything, but faith that can move mountains and change things, big things. Stay tuned for details in the March bulletin.

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Faith for healing Faith for the return of a prodigal; salvation of a spouse Faith for a financial blessing Faith for finding a godly spouse Faith increased

We will call the church to fast on a given Sunday in March including a 6am morning prayer service. Don’t miss out!

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JUST BECAUSE! - OUTREACH It’s not Thanksgiving or a Christmas outreach... it’s the “Just Because” community outreach to bolster people’s lives in between the year. FTC wants to help our community in welcoming spring with a bag of groceries, haircuts for boys, a hot meal and some free clothes!

March 29, 2014 from 9:00-1:00 Volunteer sign-ups will be held in February.

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March 9am-129th pm

ARE YOU AVAILABLE TO SERVE HIS HOUSE?

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE YOU’RE NEEDED! There are now many opportunities to serve and join in on what FTC is doing. From greeting to assisting with community outreach and much more. Sign-up online or contact Pastor Fernando Salgado.

Make a difference.

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HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED AT FTC?

MEMBERSHIP

LIFE GROUPS @ FTC

At FTC, membership has value. The difference between a member and an “attender” is commitment! Classes will be offered: January 26, 2014 (Q&A Room) at 8:30am and March, 2, 2014 (Room 206).

Every FTC member is invited and strongly encouraged to belong to a Life Group. These weekly meetings are a place to believe, belong, share and worship together. They provide a deeper measure of intimacy and allow for friendship to be formed and developed.

Who should attend?

• Transferring members • Recently baptized • Those who have not completed the class Directors: Roy & Evie Hernandez Please join us for coffee and donuts beginning at 8:15am.

Directors: Wendell & Tracy Wright

First Training Session January 31, 2014 7:30 PM Home of Wendell Wright

RESTORATION

BABY PRESENTATIONS

What happens when an FTC member sins? How do we receive and process people who have turned their backs on God, return to a life of sin, but then are prompted by the Holy Spirit to return to God. The church has a process of restoration through which members who have committed grave sins can be restored back to fellowship with God and with the church. Minister Ben Medina and the ministers who work with him always handle these cases with genuine love, utmost discretion and careful guidance.

Our first Baby Dedications in 2014: Sunday, February 9, 2014. Please contact Minister Steve Chaparro before February 2, 2014 to make arrangements. Future presentation dates will be posted on the monthly bulletin and web.

Directors: Ben & Liz Medina

Coordinators: Steve & Michelle Chaparro Sign-up @ www.fountainoftruth.com

FINANCES

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“A feast is made for laughter, and wine maketh merry: but money answereth all things.”

Ecclesiastes 10:19

The verse says it best: “money answers all things.”

Every family, business, country, association, sports team and church needs it. I’m aware that I’m addressing a mature congregation that has heard yearly series on stewardship, giving and generosity. Part of the March faith series intends to build our faith in order to bless missions, the poor and the community - by faith.

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Let’s keep finances simple.

If every member would commit to returning their tithe (If he puts it in your hand, tithe it!) and, if every family would make an effort to bring at least a $10 offering every Sunday, we would have more than enough to sustain our budget and give to others in a substantial way.

10% of my income / $10 per week. It’s simple.

“every family, $10 per week, 10% tithes...”

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Don’t forget!

scripture reading:

January = book of acts february = book of ephesians march = book of hebrews

CONCLUSION Finally, FTC - let’s keep it simple. This quarter I challenge you to pray as close as you can to an hour a day, fast one day week (Wednesdays, if possible) and share your story (evangelize) with unbelievers. If we all commit to those three simple steps, God will deepen us, bless us and use us! Here they are again: 1. Pray an hour a day 2. Fast one day per week.

3. Share your story with as many people as you can.

Looking forward to a wonderful 1st quarter of 2014!

Pastor Sam Valverde

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