March 2013 Newsletter

OUR PURPOSE AS A CHURCH:

CHURCH LEADERSHIP SENIOR PASTOR Samuel & Raquel Valverde

JOIN US

EACH SUNDAY

EXECUTIVE CORE Alex Santos, Assistant Pastor/Care Pastor Nat Ochoa, Administrator Abel Gonzalez, Equipping Pastor Phil Raya, Community Pastor Andrew Rodriguez, Sanctuary Director Fernando Salgado, CLG Pastor Timothy Valverde, Celebration/Youth Pastor Patrick Cisneros, Core Member MINISTERIAL BODY Joe Alvarez Vince Alvarez Daniel Covarrubias Steve Chaparro Patrick Cisneros Gabriel Guerra Luis Gutierrez Caesar Huerta Ben Medina

Lee Millen William Oros Frank Raya Steve Rios Santos Valenzuela DEACONS Richard Flores Noah Leon

CONTACT INFORMATION

@10:00AM

*Standard rates may apply*

ONLINE GIVING is available on our website or to donate through PAYPAL, the church email is : FTCChurchFontana@aol.com

Find us on Facebook

Sunday Celebration Service: Church Office Hours: Church address:

Website: Bookstore:

English 10:00am / Spanish 1:30 pm Tuesday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 5401 Citrus Ave. Fontana, Ca 92336 909.822.5450 www.fountainoftruth.com Tuesday - Thursday 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Open all day Sundays

IDC N website:

Apostolic Assembly website:

www.idcnonline.com www.apostolicassembly.org

MARCH 2013 NEWSLETTER

INSIDE THIS EDITION: Harvest Sunday - Celebration of Baptisms New 5 Week Mission!

Easter 2013

A Place for Real Transformation

PASTOR’S THOUGHTS... continued

LIFE GROUPS

SENIOR PASTOR SAM VALVERDE

January - April, 2013

“Life Groups - where paths and lives intersect, where real people with real problems, share and seek answers from a real God. Join one today!” -Pastor Sam

Current semester continues through March.

Learn more and see available groups at www.fountainoftruth.com

1.

To learn to love and care for God’s family

2.

To focus on others rather than self

3.

To grow in our relationship with God and others

35% Current church participation.

100% Imagine full church participation?

BECAUSE WE CARE...

VOLUNTEERS My deepest appreciation for all who registered to volunteer on this first phase of FTC’s renovation. The world would not function without volunteers.

These are a special class of people who so genuinely believe in a cause they are willing to give of their time. The Kingdom of God is a worthwhile cause, and directly connected to God’s Kingdom is the local church.

Many years ago I attended a seminar where the Supreme Court Justice of the State of Illinois informed over 1,000 pastors that the school systems, prison networks, counseling clinics and state programs were not working.

His Honor practically begged us to step into the community and allow our local churches to reach out to help them resolve these social problems.

He was right. The local church is God’s way of reaching out to the lost and needy. It provides services, prayer, counseling, small groups and a hundreds of support systems. Those disconnected to a local church miss out on important spiritual, social and family support. Those disconnected from serving (volunteering) in even the most menial capacity also miss out.

FTC SUNDAYS RENOVATION

That is why receiving guests, answering phones, serving coffee and ushering those who attend our Sunday celebration looms extremely important. Volunteer servers are important; they are very close to Jesus’ heart. Sometime this month you will arrive at a Sunday Celebration and see an entirely different “package and feel” of our church. We are stepping up from good to greater, because good is not good enough. We are making all efforts to improve relationships - everything from our marriages to our smiles. FTC: “Everyone must step up with genuine friendliness, reaching out, greeting (before and after service) and stopping to welcome people EVEN IF WE ARE BUSY! That is our “busyness!”

LIFE GROUPS

LEVEL 3 - PATH OF LIFE - Membership Values

Many years ago one of Johns Maxwell’s assistants walked through their church lobby which was full of church members and guests on that Sunday morning. Briefcase in hand he b-lined towards his office to “get things ready” for the service. Maxwell followed him and asked him exactly what he was doing. His assistance answered that he was getting ready for an important day of doing God’s work. Maxwell informed him that he had just passed up about 200 people that were priority on God’s work list.

This series is designed to introduce our new believers and transferring members to Fountain of Truth Church family our beliefs, church structure and organization.

MARCH SERIES LEADING TO EASTER

• Those who have completed Level 1 & 2 classes

March Series: WHAT’S THE BIG DEAL ABOUT THE GOSPEL? Series Scriptures: Romans 1:16, 17, Acts 2:38, I Corinthians 15:1-5

• Transferring members who have been baptized more than 18 months and have not taken any Membership classes at FTC to date.

March 3: What is the Gospel?

Biblical definitions, perspectives and actions of the gospel.

• Anyone who has not taken the membership classes to date and want to become a full member of FTC.

March 10: What’s the Big Deal about Repentance and Baptism?

What is repentance? Why so much talk about the cross? The relevance of his death and burial - the baptism covenant.

This month new classes will start as follows: 1. Our Apostolic Heritage/Affiliation and Church Statements 2. Church Strategy and Finances 3. Church Organizational Structure

March 17: What’s the Big Deal about Repentance and Baptism? II Must I be baptized? What if I was already baptized?

Classes are Tuesdays at 7:00pm in the Q&A room located in the Children’s Ministry area.

March 24: What’s the Big Deal about the Holy Spirit?

What is the Holy Ghost? What does it mean to receive the Holy Ghost? The relevance of the Spirit in our lives and why we can’t live without it!

March 31: This Changes Everything!

How is the resurrection of Jesus Christ relevant for me today? What’s the big deal?

EASTER SUNDAY We are expecting a full house (to overflowing). Let us work towards this most important of religious holidays and that day (and every Sunday after) make a noticeable turn towards changing FTC culture from good to greater!

We are blessed to receive over 100 visitors every month. Let us make them feel warmly received, welcomed, accepted, embraced and safe at this local church!

Looking forward to a cultural change,

Pastor Sam Valverde

These classes are for the following:

3/12 3/19 3/26

LEVEL 4 - LG LEADERSHIP TRAINING This series is our continuing education and leadership helps for sustained growth and effective progression throughout a leader’s life. This is conducted through Leadership principles and the exegetical studying of the Bible.

This series is for the following: • Those who have completed levels 1, 2, & 3 classes • Current life group leaders and apprentices • All ministers and leaders at FTC • Anyone interested in learning more about God’s word These classes are held every Sunday morning starting at 8:30AM for prayer and vision casting in room 210. a.

LG Prayer and Equipping:

8:30AM – Room 210

b.

In Depth Study of God’s Word: - The 1st Epistle of John

9:00AM – Room 210 FOR EVERYONE!!!

FRIENDLY REMINDERS WHAT IS this MISSION? 5-WEEKS of WHAT? We’re glad you asked. We’re strategically planning to share the gospel with as many people as possible! On Easter Sunday we’ll celebrate with all our friends. Learn more by visiting our website or grab a flyer at the guest center.

CELEBRATION PRAYER NIGHT MARCH 8 @ 7:30 PM / Q&A ROOM This is a special night designed for our celebration team.The teams consists of our worship leaders, musicians, operators, platform team and sound & light techs. It’s a night to be refreshed.

HARVEST/BAPTISM SUNDAY SUNDAY, MARCH 10TH @ 10AM We’re celebrating some life changing decisions and you’re invited. Come and see how FTC is a place of real transformation.

It’s that time again!

Time to Spring forward for DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME Early Sunday morning on March 10th, move your clocks forward 1 hour.

FRIENDLY REMINDERS WHAT IS this MISSION? 5-WEEKS of WHAT? We’re glad you asked. We’re strategically planning to share the gospel with as many people as possible! On Easter Sunday we’ll celebrate with all our friends. Learn more by visiting our website or grab a flyer at the guest center.

CELEBRATION PRAYER NIGHT MARCH 8 @ 7:30 PM / Q&A ROOM This is a special night designed for our celebration team.The teams consists of our worship leaders, musicians, operators, platform team and sound & light techs. It’s a night to be refreshed.

HARVEST/BAPTISM SUNDAY SUNDAY, MARCH 10TH @ 10AM We’re celebrating some life changing decisions and you’re invited. Come and see how FTC is a place of real transformation.

It’s that time again!

Time to Spring forward for DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME Early Sunday morning on March 10th, move your clocks forward 1 hour.

MARCH CALENDAR 2013 Fountain of Truth Apostolic Church

FRIDAY

The Remnant Youth Prayer Night

7:30pm

Q&A / Riverside

March 2

Volunteer Orientation

8:30am

Sanctuary

SUNDAY

LG Prayer & Equipping Study of God’s Word Road to Maturity 8 Celebration Service *Evangelistic Cycle 1*

8:30am 9:00am 9:00am 10:00am

210 210 206 Sanctuary

March 1

SATURDAY

March 3

TUESDAY March 5

SUNDAY

LG Prayer & Equipping Study of God’s Word Road to Maturity 1 Celebration Service *Evangelistic Cycle 3*

8:30am 9:00am 9:00am 9:00am 10:00am

210 210 206 Sanctuary

TUESDAY March 19

Membership Values Vocal Rehearsal

7:00pm 7:00pm

Q&A Choir Room

THURSDAY

Music Practice

7:00pm

Sanctuary

SUNDAY

LG Prayer & Equipping Study of God’s Word Road to Maturity 2 Celebration Service *Evangelistic Cycle 4*

8:30am 9:00am 9:00am 10:00am

210 210 206 Sanctuary

TUESDAY March 26

Membership Values Vocal Rehearsal

7:00pm 7:00pm

Q&A Choir Room

THURSDAY

Music Practice

7:00pm

Sanctuary

SUNDAY

LG Prayer & Equipping Road to Maturity 3 Celebration Service *FRIEND DAY*

8:30am 9:00am 10:00am

210 206 Sanctuary

March 17

March 21

Vocal Rehearsal

7:00pm

Choir Room

March 24

THURSDAY

Music Practice

7:00pm

Sanctuary

FRIDAY

Celebration Team Prayer Night

7:30pm

210

March 7

March 8

SUNDAY

March 10 DAYLIGHT SAVINGS BEGINS

TUESDAY March 12

LG Prayer & Equipping Study of God’s Word Celebration Service *Harvest Sunday* *Evangelistic Cycle 2*

Music Practice

8:30am 9:00am 10:00am

7:00pm

210 210 Sanctuary

Sanctuary

March 28

March 31 EASTER SUNDAY

MARCH CALENDAR 2013 Fountain of Truth Apostolic Church

FRIDAY

The Remnant Youth Prayer Night

7:30pm

Q&A / Riverside

March 2

Volunteer Orientation

8:30am

Sanctuary

SUNDAY

LG Prayer & Equipping Study of God’s Word Road to Maturity 8 Celebration Service *Evangelistic Cycle 1*

8:30am 9:00am 9:00am 10:00am

210 210 206 Sanctuary

March 1

SATURDAY

March 3

TUESDAY March 5

SUNDAY

LG Prayer & Equipping Study of God’s Word Road to Maturity 1 Celebration Service *Evangelistic Cycle 3*

8:30am 9:00am 9:00am 9:00am 10:00am

210 210 206 Sanctuary

TUESDAY March 19

Membership Values Vocal Rehearsal

7:00pm 7:00pm

Q&A Choir Room

THURSDAY

Music Practice

7:00pm

Sanctuary

SUNDAY

LG Prayer & Equipping Study of God’s Word Road to Maturity 2 Celebration Service *Evangelistic Cycle 4*

8:30am 9:00am 9:00am 10:00am

210 210 206 Sanctuary

TUESDAY March 26

Membership Values Vocal Rehearsal

7:00pm 7:00pm

Q&A Choir Room

THURSDAY

Music Practice

7:00pm

Sanctuary

SUNDAY

LG Prayer & Equipping Road to Maturity 3 Celebration Service *FRIEND DAY*

8:30am 9:00am 10:00am

210 206 Sanctuary

March 17

March 21

Vocal Rehearsal

7:00pm

Choir Room

March 24

THURSDAY

Music Practice

7:00pm

Sanctuary

FRIDAY

Celebration Team Prayer Night

7:30pm

210

March 7

March 8

SUNDAY

March 10 DAYLIGHT SAVINGS BEGINS

TUESDAY March 12

LG Prayer & Equipping Study of God’s Word Celebration Service *Harvest Sunday* *Evangelistic Cycle 2*

Music Practice

8:30am 9:00am 10:00am

7:00pm

210 210 Sanctuary

Sanctuary

March 28

March 31 EASTER SUNDAY

THE JOURNEY SCHEDULE & INFORMATION

LEVEL 1 - JOURNEY IN CHRIST These classes are designed for those who are interested in knowing more about God’s plan of salvation and seeking water baptism.

TRACK #2 2013 No New classes will start in the month of April

REMNANT YOUNG ADULTS / STUDENTS Welcome to our young adult / student ministries section. Our purpose is to facilitate discipleship and deliverance and to move the Kingdom of God forward. We fill our calendar with prayer nights, worship nights and investing into people. We also invite you to join one of our Life Groups! You’ll be glad you did!

North Rialto Meets Wednesdays @ 7:00 pm Directors: Joel Melgar/Genaro Gonzalez - joelmelgar11@yahoo.com

Classes are on Sundays at 9:00am in the Q&A Room located in the Children’s Ministry area.

Corona Meets Tuesdays @ 7:30 pm Directors: Tim & Sonia Valverde - timothy.valverde@gmail.com

LEVEL 2 - ROAD TO MATURITY

South Fontana Meets Tuesdays @ 7:00 pm Directors: Eder Roman & Cesar Valencia - ederaroman@gmail.com

This series is designed to assist new believers to establish a healthy foundation on their road to maturity in Christ.

Rialto Meets Wednesdays @ 7:00 pm Directors: Abraham Aguirre - abrahamaguirrev11@yahoo.com

These classes are for the following: • Those who have completed the JIC classes • Those who have transferred from another church and have been baptized 18 months or less.

TRACK #1 2013 - This month new classes will start as follows: 1. Liberated 2. Where do I go from here?

3. The Vision of the Church

3/17 3/24 3/31

Classes are on Sundays at 9:00am in Room 206 located in the Children’s Ministry area.

For questions or inquiries regarding the Journey, please stop by our connection center located in the sanctuary after our Sunday celebration service, or call the church office at 909-822-5450 or please feel free to contact Pastor Patrick Cisneros.

Email: patrickcisneros@sbcglobal.net

Redlands Meets Tuesdays @ 7:00 pm (every other Tuesday) Director: Aaron Gutierrez - aaronmichaelgutierrez@yahoo.com, Hacienda Heights Meets Fridays @ 7:00 pm Directors: Steven Vasquez Victorville / Hesperia Meets Wednesdays @ 7:00 pm Directors: Michelle, Matt & Maressa Guerra - m_idenity@yahoo.com Ontario / Rancho Cucamonga Meets Mondays @ 7:00 pm Director: Joseph Acosta - josephdavidacosta@gmail.com Fontana - Ladies only “Mandrakes” Meets Wednesdays @ 6:00 pm Director: Diana Saavedra & Candyce Marron - diana_saa@ymail.com

LIFE GROUPS

LEVEL 3 - PATH OF LIFE - Membership Values

Many years ago one of Johns Maxwell’s assistants walked through their church lobby which was full of church members and guests on that Sunday morning. Briefcase in hand he b-lined towards his office to “get things ready” for the service. Maxwell followed him and asked him exactly what he was doing. His assistance answered that he was getting ready for an important day of doing God’s work. Maxwell informed him that he had just passed up about 200 people that were priority on God’s work list.

This series is designed to introduce our new believers and transferring members to Fountain of Truth Church family our beliefs, church structure and organization.

MARCH SERIES LEADING TO EASTER

• Those who have completed Level 1 & 2 classes

March Series: WHAT’S THE BIG DEAL ABOUT THE GOSPEL? Series Scriptures: Romans 1:16, 17, Acts 2:38, I Corinthians 15:1-5

• Transferring members who have been baptized more than 18 months and have not taken any Membership classes at FTC to date.

March 3: What is the Gospel?

Biblical definitions, perspectives and actions of the gospel.

• Anyone who has not taken the membership classes to date and want to become a full member of FTC.

March 10: What’s the Big Deal about Repentance and Baptism?

What is repentance? Why so much talk about the cross? The relevance of his death and burial - the baptism covenant.

This month new classes will start as follows: 1. Our Apostolic Heritage/Affiliation and Church Statements 2. Church Strategy and Finances 3. Church Organizational Structure

March 17: What’s the Big Deal about Repentance and Baptism? II Must I be baptized? What if I was already baptized?

Classes are Tuesdays at 7:00pm in the Q&A room located in the Children’s Ministry area.

March 24: What’s the Big Deal about the Holy Spirit?

What is the Holy Ghost? What does it mean to receive the Holy Ghost? The relevance of the Spirit in our lives and why we can’t live without it!

March 31: This Changes Everything!

How is the resurrection of Jesus Christ relevant for me today? What’s the big deal?

EASTER SUNDAY We are expecting a full house (to overflowing). Let us work towards this most important of religious holidays and that day (and every Sunday after) make a noticeable turn towards changing FTC culture from good to greater!

We are blessed to receive over 100 visitors every month. Let us make them feel warmly received, welcomed, accepted, embraced and safe at this local church!

Looking forward to a cultural change,

Pastor Sam Valverde

These classes are for the following:

3/12 3/19 3/26

LEVEL 4 - LG LEADERSHIP TRAINING This series is our continuing education and leadership helps for sustained growth and effective progression throughout a leader’s life. This is conducted through Leadership principles and the exegetical studying of the Bible.

This series is for the following: • Those who have completed levels 1, 2, & 3 classes • Current life group leaders and apprentices • All ministers and leaders at FTC • Anyone interested in learning more about God’s word These classes are held every Sunday morning starting at 8:30AM for prayer and vision casting in room 210. a.

LG Prayer and Equipping:

8:30AM – Room 210

b.

In Depth Study of God’s Word: - The 1st Epistle of John

9:00AM – Room 210 FOR EVERYONE!!!

THE JOURNEY SCHEDULE & INFORMATION

LEVEL 1 - JOURNEY IN CHRIST These classes are designed for those who are interested in knowing more about God’s plan of salvation and seeking water baptism.

TRACK #2 2013 No New classes will start in the month of April

REMNANT YOUNG ADULTS / STUDENTS Welcome to our young adult / student ministries section. Our purpose is to facilitate discipleship and deliverance and to move the Kingdom of God forward. We fill our calendar with prayer nights, worship nights and investing into people. We also invite you to join one of our Life Groups! You’ll be glad you did!

North Rialto Meets Wednesdays @ 7:00 pm Directors: Joel Melgar/Genaro Gonzalez - joelmelgar11@yahoo.com

Classes are on Sundays at 9:00am in the Q&A Room located in the Children’s Ministry area.

Corona Meets Tuesdays @ 7:30 pm Directors: Tim & Sonia Valverde - timothy.valverde@gmail.com

LEVEL 2 - ROAD TO MATURITY

South Fontana Meets Tuesdays @ 7:00 pm Directors: Eder Roman & Cesar Valencia - ederaroman@gmail.com

This series is designed to assist new believers to establish a healthy foundation on their road to maturity in Christ.

Rialto Meets Wednesdays @ 7:00 pm Directors: Abraham Aguirre - abrahamaguirrev11@yahoo.com

These classes are for the following: • Those who have completed the JIC classes • Those who have transferred from another church and have been baptized 18 months or less.

TRACK #1 2013 - This month new classes will start as follows: 1. Liberated 2. Where do I go from here?

3. The Vision of the Church

3/17 3/24 3/31

Classes are on Sundays at 9:00am in Room 206 located in the Children’s Ministry area.

For questions or inquiries regarding the Journey, please stop by our connection center located in the sanctuary after our Sunday celebration service, or call the church office at 909-822-5450 or please feel free to contact Pastor Patrick Cisneros.

Email: patrickcisneros@sbcglobal.net

Redlands Meets Tuesdays @ 7:00 pm (every other Tuesday) Director: Aaron Gutierrez - aaronmichaelgutierrez@yahoo.com, Hacienda Heights Meets Fridays @ 7:00 pm Directors: Steven Vasquez Victorville / Hesperia Meets Wednesdays @ 7:00 pm Directors: Michelle, Matt & Maressa Guerra - m_idenity@yahoo.com Ontario / Rancho Cucamonga Meets Mondays @ 7:00 pm Director: Joseph Acosta - josephdavidacosta@gmail.com Fontana - Ladies only “Mandrakes” Meets Wednesdays @ 6:00 pm Director: Diana Saavedra & Candyce Marron - diana_saa@ymail.com

PASTOR’S THOUGHTS... continued

LIFE GROUPS

SENIOR PASTOR SAM VALVERDE

January - April, 2013

“Life Groups - where paths and lives intersect, where real people with real problems, share and seek answers from a real God. Join one today!” -Pastor Sam

Current semester continues through March.

Learn more and see available groups at www.fountainoftruth.com

1.

To learn to love and care for God’s family

2.

To focus on others rather than self

3.

To grow in our relationship with God and others

35% Current church participation.

100% Imagine full church participation?

BECAUSE WE CARE...

VOLUNTEERS My deepest appreciation for all who registered to volunteer on this first phase of FTC’s renovation. The world would not function without volunteers.

These are a special class of people who so genuinely believe in a cause they are willing to give of their time. The Kingdom of God is a worthwhile cause, and directly connected to God’s Kingdom is the local church.

Many years ago I attended a seminar where the Supreme Court Justice of the State of Illinois informed over 1,000 pastors that the school systems, prison networks, counseling clinics and state programs were not working.

His Honor practically begged us to step into the community and allow our local churches to reach out to help them resolve these social problems.

He was right. The local church is God’s way of reaching out to the lost and needy. It provides services, prayer, counseling, small groups and a hundreds of support systems. Those disconnected to a local church miss out on important spiritual, social and family support. Those disconnected from serving (volunteering) in even the most menial capacity also miss out.

FTC SUNDAYS RENOVATION

That is why receiving guests, answering phones, serving coffee and ushering those who attend our Sunday celebration looms extremely important. Volunteer servers are important; they are very close to Jesus’ heart. Sometime this month you will arrive at a Sunday Celebration and see an entirely different “package and feel” of our church. We are stepping up from good to greater, because good is not good enough. We are making all efforts to improve relationships - everything from our marriages to our smiles. FTC: “Everyone must step up with genuine friendliness, reaching out, greeting (before and after service) and stopping to welcome people EVEN IF WE ARE BUSY! That is our “busyness!”

OUR PURPOSE AS A CHURCH:

CHURCH LEADERSHIP SENIOR PASTOR Samuel & Raquel Valverde

JOIN US

EACH SUNDAY

EXECUTIVE CORE Alex Santos, Assistant Pastor/Care Pastor Nat Ochoa, Administrator Abel Gonzalez, Equipping Pastor Phil Raya, Community Pastor Andrew Rodriguez, Sanctuary Director Fernando Salgado, CLG Pastor Timothy Valverde, Celebration/Youth Pastor Patrick Cisneros, Core Member MINISTERIAL BODY Joe Alvarez Vince Alvarez Daniel Covarrubias Steve Chaparro Patrick Cisneros Gabriel Guerra Luis Gutierrez Caesar Huerta Ben Medina

Lee Millen William Oros Frank Raya Steve Rios Santos Valenzuela DEACONS Richard Flores Noah Leon

CONTACT INFORMATION

@10:00AM

*Standard rates may apply*

ONLINE GIVING is available on our website or to donate through PAYPAL, the church email is : FTCChurchFontana@aol.com

Find us on Facebook

Sunday Celebration Service: Church Office Hours: Church address:

Website: Bookstore:

English 10:00am / Spanish 1:30 pm Tuesday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 5401 Citrus Ave. Fontana, Ca 92336 909.822.5450 www.fountainoftruth.com Tuesday - Thursday 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Open all day Sundays

IDC N website:

Apostolic Assembly website:

www.idcnonline.com www.apostolicassembly.org

MARCH 2013 NEWSLETTER

INSIDE THIS EDITION: Harvest Sunday - Celebration of Baptisms New 5 Week Mission!

Easter 2013

A Place for Real Transformation