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Samuel & Raquel Valverde EXECUTIVE CORE Alex Santos, Assistant Pastor/Care Pastor Abel Gonzalez, Equipping Pastor Phil Raya, Community Pastor Fernando Salgado, CLG Pastor Patrick Cisneros, Core Member Timothy Valverde, Celebration/Youth Pastor Nat Ochoa, Administrator Andrew Rodriguez, Sanctuary Director 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
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M AY 2 0 1 3 N E W S L E T T E R
INSIDE THIS EDITION: In May, WE PRAY! New Semester of Life Groups begins this month! Spiritual Retreat - Saturday, May 18, 2013 REMNANT Night
A Place for Real Transformation
LEVEL 3 - PATH OF LIFE - Membership Values This series is designed to introduce our new believers and transferring members to Fountain of Truth Church family our beliefs, church structure and organization. These classes are for the following: • Those who have completed Level 1 & 2 classes • Transferring members who have been baptized more than 18 months and have not taken any Membership classes at FTC to date. • Anyone who has not taken the membership classes to date and want to become a full member of FTC. This month classes continue as follows: Lesson #1 - Our Apostolic Heritage/Affiliation and Church Statements Lesson #2 - Church Strategies and Finances Lesson #3 - Church Organizational Structure Lesson #4 - Apostolic Disciplines
5/14 5/21 5/28 6/04
Classes are Tuesdays at 7:00pm in the Q&A room located in the Children’s Ministry area. For information or questions in regards to chuch membership and transfers at FTC, please see Pastor Alex Santos. Email: alexsantosjr4@gmail.com
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 in room 210. A. LG Prayer and Equipping: prayer & vision casting 8:30AM – Room 210 B. In Depth Study of God’s Word: 9:00AM – Room 210 *NOTE #1: NO BIBLE STUDY (part B) ON MOTHER’S DAY. *NOTE #2: NO BIBLE STUDY (part B) EVERY LAST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH. 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
PASTOR’S THOUGHTS
THE JOURNEY SCHEDULE & INFORMATION
LEVEL 1 - JOURNEY IN CHRIST
Classes are on Sundays at 9am in the Q&A Room located in the Children’s Ministry area.
SPIRITUAL RETREAT
If you or someone you know is interested in water baptism… If you are seeking a time of personal renewal and a fresh baptism of the Holy Ghost… THIS RETREAT IS THE PLACE TO BE!
I N M AY W E P RAY, A GAIN...
In this article I draw your attention to two things. First I invite you in May to pray for your children and grandchildren. Secondly, I introduce what may be one of the most important preaching series I have ever preached. I have entitled it Girls and Boys.
IN MAY WE PRAY
Let’s pray together in May. Let’s pray for our children and grandchildren. According to II Chronicles 7:14 if we do four things (humble ourselves, pray, seek God’s face and turn from wicked ways) then God will do three things (hear from heaven, forgive sin, and heal the land)
ALL WELCOME! Saturday, May 18 • 9am - 12pm • Sanctuary Please RSVP by calling church office @ 909-822-5450
I invite you to join Raquel and I in prayer in the following manner: • Every member commit to pray at least 30 minutes a day in May. • Every member make all efforts to visit the prayer room at least twice a week. • Calling all ministers and wives to prayer, Saturday, May 4, 2013, 6pm - 8pm. Goal 80 • Calling all men to prayer, Saturday, May 11, 2013, 6pm -8pm. Goal 300 • Calling all women to prayer, Saturday, May 18, 2013, 6pm - 8pm. Goal 400 • Calling all youth, juniors and children to prayer, Friday, May 24, 2013 Goal 200 and for all to be filled with the baptism of the Holy Ghost. • I invite you to pray with me in the mornings. Every day that I am in town I will be at the prayer room from 5:30am to 7:30am, Lord willing.
LEVEL 2 - ROAD TO MATURITY This 8-lesson series is designed to assist new believers to establish a healthy foundation on their road to maturity in Christ. These classes are for the following:
TRACK #1 2013 - This month classes will continue as follows: Lesson #8 The Oneness of God (B)
“And his sons went and feasted in their houses, every one his day; and sent and called for their three sisters to eat and to drink with them. And it was so, when the days of their feasting were gone about, that Job sent and sanctified them, and rose up early in the morning, and offered burnt offerings according to the number of them all: for Job said, It may be that my sons have sinned, and cursed God in their hearts. Thus did Job continually.” Job 1:4, 5
5/5 5/18 5/19 5/26
• Those who have completed the JIC classes • Those who have transferred from another church and have been baptized 18 months or less.
“Pray without ceasing...” I Thessalonians 5:17
This 5-week series of classes are designed for those who are interested in knowing more about God’s plan of salvation and seeking water baptism. TRACK #2 2013 Lesson #5 - An Encounter with God *SPIRITUAL RETREAT* see info below Baptism Forum Harvest Interviews
SENIOR PASTOR SAM VALVERDE
5/5
Classes are on Sundays at 9:00am in Room 206 located in the Children’s Ministry area.
The purpose of these sessions is to put a hedge of protection around our children and grandchildren and pray they receive the Holy Spirit. Members and friends from both congregations are invited.
PASTOR’S THOUGHTS LIFE GROUPS
MAY 2013 LIFE GROUP LIST
BOYS & GIRLS
# LG LEADER
THEME
CITY
1 Charlie Velasco
Cycling
TBA
cvwestcoast@yahoo.com
In May and June I will be preaching about the serious challenges our sons and daughters are facing. Our girls are growing up in this sexualized, hyper-cyber spaced, obsessed and intoxicated culture. Sons are addicted to video games, lack motivation, use prescription drugs and are suffering the devaluation of masculinity. 1 Parents should be concerned!
2 Frank Salgado
Gen. Studies/ Life App.
Riverside
FDSalgado@aol.com
3 Richard Flores
“Daily Issues for a Daily God”
N. Fontana
richflores21@yahoo.com
4 Luis Gutierrez
Word Study
Loma Linda
lbg51@yahoo.com
5 Isela Freidman
Women’s Reading Group
N. Fontana
Isela_Freidman@sbcglobal.net
6 Lee Millen
Apologetics Study Group
Corona
LeeMillens@gmail.com
Sunday, May 5, 2013 - “PARENTS, WAKE UP!” Introduction to Boys and Girls. Four factors driving the new crisis for girls and four factors driving the decline of boys.
7 Noah Leon
Family Bible Studies
Riverside
NLeon524@yahoo.com
8 Roy Hernandez General Studies
Rialto
Rogo3r@aol.com
9 Wendell Wright
Riv./Mo. Valley WWright@mosssavings.com
Sunday, May, 12, 2013 - “MOM, YOUR DAUGHTER IS TOO SEXY AND TEXTY” This preaching will deal with girl’s sexual identity and her new home in the cyberbubble. Girls are trying to look sexy and attract attention at a much younger age, often leading to confused sexual identity. As she becomes hyperconnected with her peers, she becomes disconnected from herself.
General Studies
10 Steve Chaparro
General/”Forgiveness”
R. Cucamonga
SteveChaparro@gmail.com
11 Ben Medina
“Apostolic Doctrine”
Rialto
blmedina_bbom@yahoo.com
12 Julian Ojeda
Running/Walking
Corona
JulianOjeda@msn.com
13 Victor Zavala
General/”Prayer”
Fontana
casdcadewaterfilters@yahoo.com
14 Alex Santos
General Studies
Highland
AlexSantosJr4@gmail.com
15 Joel Dominguez Family Restoration
R. Cucamonga
DrJoelDominguez@gmail.com
Sunday, May 19, 2013 - “BOYS TO MEN, NOT BOYZ II MEN” What are parents to do when their sons become addicted to video games and are unmotivated to study or work. What is to be done with a lazy 5, 15 or 25 year old son?
16 Sam Valverde, Jr. Marriage & Couples
Riverside
svalverdejr@gmail.com
17 Gabriel Guerra
High Desert
gabrieljguerra@aol.com
18 Pastor Sam Valverde General Studies
Alta Loma
SamuelValverdeSr@gmail.com
Sunday, May 26, 2013 - “GIRL’S OBSESSIONS” Girls are anxious about grades, looks, clothes and food. At least one in five American girls are now deliberately harming themselves - cutting themselves with razors, burning themselves with cigarettes. Without a solid godly foundation, strong and wise parents and a strong sense of self, girls become vulnerable to obsessions.
19 Steve Rios
Life Applications
Colton
AdelineRios@aol.com
20 Esther Gudino
Running/ “Endurance”
Southgate/Downey EstherG2008@yahoo.com
Sunday, June, 2, 2013 - “THE DEVALUATION OF MASCULINITY” Shifts in popular culture have transformed the role models of manhood. Being a “real man” matters less to many boys than it did a generation or two ago. Young men who have no motivation to work or serve, have no shame in taking much and giving little, and have to be begged to clean up after themselves or take out the trash - are going to marry your daughters! continued on the next page... _________________________________________
Although I will utilize many sources in this series, I will mainly follow Dr. Leonard Sax’s books, “Girls on the Edge”, “Boy’s Adrift” and “Why Gender Matters” (New York: Basic Books) I urge parents to read these books with a critical eye. Although many of his concept are good, the reader may notice a tint of secularism and an inclination towards feminism. 1
Families
21 Dolores Marron Running/Walking
R. Cucamonga
22 Joe Alvarez
Dee@AaronMarron.com
Families
Banning
JAlvarez@tpservices.com
23 Santos Valenzuela General Studies
Murrieta
santosmv@verizon.net
24 Saul Santos
San Bernandino saulsantosjr@gmail.com
Young Couples
REMNANT YOUNG ADULTS 25 Joseph Acosta
N. Fontana
josephdavidacosta@gmail.com
26 Abraham Aguirre
S. Fontana
abrahamaguirrev11@yahoo.com
27 Kiks & Aleja Enriguez
Diamond Bar
steven0307@gmail.com
28 Mari Martinez
R. Cucamonga
curly_mari@hotmail.com
29 Matt Guerra
Victorville
m_idenity@yahoo.com
30 Aaron Gutierrez
Redlands
hersongbird@gmail.com
31 Tim & Sonia Valverde
Corona
timothy.valverde@gmail.com
PASTORS THOUGHTS/ REMNANT NIGHT
LIFE GROUPS
May, 2013
When FTC launched small groups about 8 years ago, the intent was to create a sense of community where guests and congregants could feel love, fellowship, and encouragement. To date many testimonies have arisen from the Life Group ministry. “My group was there during my trial”- one sister testifies “I enjoy the food, laughter, and friendship”- states another member A recent first time guest to a Life group told me personally “it was nothing like what I expected. I felt comfortable and enjoyed the company. I will be back to join my wife again.” Yet through all the excitement our English membership still functions with just about 40% involvement in small groups. This semester we are striving to eliminate barriers that could hinder involvement. We have constructed a team of leaders with passion for people. We have carefully chosen Life Group topics that are relevant such as conditioning, family, marriage, and prayer. Beyond the planning I’m assured we have secured a team that loves God and will determine to meet your spiritual needs! Though we have made the effort to develop a great time, the rest is up to the Fountain of Truth Community. A Life Group can only be effective if you join today. Consider the benefits to sign up with a Life Group group:
Support Friendships Prayer Covering
Spiritual Growth Ministry Partnership Fellowship
Might you benefit from the experience of laughing and fellowshipping even in the midst of your trial? Perhaps you have been limited by physical illness and would enjoy a LG leader (and group) visiting you? Perhaps you need comfort & prayer during a difficult time? Maybe you’re seeking a place where you can be transparent and see other Christians as “human”? If this describes you-join a Life Group today. Simply follow these steps I. II. III. IV. V.
Review the List of Life Groups Choose One that appeals to you Fill out the perforated slip in the Life Group brochure and drop in offering basket The Life Group leader will contact you with information about weekly meetings Brace yourself for an exciting 12 week journey!
Breaking Down Barriers for Christ,
Pastor Phil Raya
Sunday, June 9, 2013 - “5 TYPES OF FOOLS” The book of Proverbs describes 5 types fools. “Foolishness is bound in the heart of the child, but the rod of correction shall drive him far from it.” Proverbs 22:15 This foolishness is found in both boys and girls until God’s wisdom wisely implemented through wise and caring, praying parents. Sunday, June 16, 2013- “HAPPY FATHER’S DAY SOLUTIONS” As we honor all Father’s, godly and hard working Dad’s will join me on stage to dialogue about real, biblical solutions that will help us raise a generation of boys and girls with bright eyes and hearts turned towards God. Invite a family who have boys and girls. Share this upcoming series with parents and grandparents who need help raising strong and godly families. Respectfully,
Pastor Sam Valverde
REMNANT NIGHT MAY 3, 2013 ROOM 210 7:30 PM
STUDENTS/YOUNG ADULTS/JOIN US
MAY CALENDAR 2013
Fountain of Truth Apostolic Church
THURSDAY May 2
Music Practice
7:00pm
Sanctuary
FRIDAY
Remnant Youth Prayer Night
7:30pm
210
May 3
SATURDAY May 4
SUNDAY
Ministers & Wives Prayer
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Sanctuary
LG Leadership Training Study of God’s Word Journey in Christ 5 Road to Maturity 8 Celebration Service
8:30am 9:00am 9:00am 9:00am 10:00am
210 210 Q&A 206 Sanctuary
THURSDAY
Music Practice
7:00pm
Sanctuary
SATURDAY
Men’s Prayer
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Sanctuary
May 5
May 9
SUNDAY
LG Leadership Training Study of God’s Word JIC Baptism Forum Celebration Service
8:30am 9:00am 9:00am 10:00am
210 210 Q&A Sanctuary
TUESDAY
Membership Values #2
7:00pm
Q&A
THURSDAY
Music Practice
7:00pm
Sanctuary
FRIDAY
Youth, Juniors and Children’s Prayer
7:30pm - 9:30pm
Sanctuary
SUNDAY
LG Leadership Training JIC Harvest Interviews Celebration Service *Dedications*
8:30am 9:00am 10:00am
210 Q&A Sanctuary
TUESDAY
Membership Values #3
7:00pm
Q&A
THURSDAY
Music Practice
7:00pm
Sanctuary
May 19
May 21
May 23
May 24
May 26
May 11
SUNDAY May 12
LG Leadership Training Celebration Service HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY
9:00am 10:00am
210 Sanctuary
TUESDAY
Membership Values #1
7:00pm
Q&A
THURSDAY
Music Practice
7:00pm
Sanctuary
May 14
May 16
SATURDAY May 18
Spiritual Retreat Women’s Prayer
9:00am - 12:00pm 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Sanctuary Sanctuary
May 28
May 30
Baby Dedication Sunday, May 26, 2013
If you would like to participate in our next baby dedication, please contact Pastor Alex & Danette Santos or call the church office at 909822-5450 before May 18, 2013.
MAY CALENDAR 2013
Fountain of Truth Apostolic Church
THURSDAY May 2
Music Practice
7:00pm
Sanctuary
FRIDAY
Remnant Youth Prayer Night
7:30pm
210
May 3
SATURDAY May 4
SUNDAY
Ministers & Wives Prayer
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Sanctuary
LG Leadership Training Study of God’s Word Journey in Christ 5 Road to Maturity 8 Celebration Service
8:30am 9:00am 9:00am 9:00am 10:00am
210 210 Q&A 206 Sanctuary
THURSDAY
Music Practice
7:00pm
Sanctuary
SATURDAY
Men’s Prayer
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Sanctuary
May 5
May 9
SUNDAY
LG Leadership Training Study of God’s Word JIC Baptism Forum Celebration Service
8:30am 9:00am 9:00am 10:00am
210 210 Q&A Sanctuary
TUESDAY
Membership Values #2
7:00pm
Q&A
THURSDAY
Music Practice
7:00pm
Sanctuary
FRIDAY
Youth, Juniors and Children’s Prayer
7:30pm - 9:30pm
Sanctuary
SUNDAY
LG Leadership Training JIC Harvest Interviews Celebration Service *Dedications*
8:30am 9:00am 10:00am
210 Q&A Sanctuary
TUESDAY
Membership Values #3
7:00pm
Q&A
THURSDAY
Music Practice
7:00pm
Sanctuary
May 19
May 21
May 23
May 24
May 26
May 11
SUNDAY May 12
LG Leadership Training Celebration Service HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY
9:00am 10:00am
210 Sanctuary
TUESDAY
Membership Values #1
7:00pm
Q&A
THURSDAY
Music Practice
7:00pm
Sanctuary
May 14
May 16
SATURDAY May 18
Spiritual Retreat Women’s Prayer
9:00am - 12:00pm 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Sanctuary Sanctuary
May 28
May 30
Baby Dedication Sunday, May 26, 2013
If you would like to participate in our next baby dedication, please contact Pastor Alex & Danette Santos or call the church office at 909822-5450 before May 18, 2013.
PASTORS THOUGHTS/ REMNANT NIGHT
LIFE GROUPS
May, 2013
When FTC launched small groups about 8 years ago, the intent was to create a sense of community where guests and congregants could feel love, fellowship, and encouragement. To date many testimonies have arisen from the Life Group ministry. “My group was there during my trial”- one sister testifies “I enjoy the food, laughter, and friendship”- states another member A recent first time guest to a Life group told me personally “it was nothing like what I expected. I felt comfortable and enjoyed the company. I will be back to join my wife again.” Yet through all the excitement our English membership still functions with just about 40% involvement in small groups. This semester we are striving to eliminate barriers that could hinder involvement. We have constructed a team of leaders with passion for people. We have carefully chosen Life Group topics that are relevant such as conditioning, family, marriage, and prayer. Beyond the planning I’m assured we have secured a team that loves God and will determine to meet your spiritual needs! Though we have made the effort to develop a great time, the rest is up to the Fountain of Truth Community. A Life Group can only be effective if you join today. Consider the benefits to sign up with a Life Group group:
Support Friendships Prayer Covering
Spiritual Growth Ministry Partnership Fellowship
Might you benefit from the experience of laughing and fellowshipping even in the midst of your trial? Perhaps you have been limited by physical illness and would enjoy a LG leader (and group) visiting you? Perhaps you need comfort & prayer during a difficult time? Maybe you’re seeking a place where you can be transparent and see other Christians as “human”? If this describes you-join a Life Group today. Simply follow these steps I. II. III. IV. V.
Review the List of Life Groups Choose One that appeals to you Fill out the perforated slip in the Life Group brochure and drop in offering basket The Life Group leader will contact you with information about weekly meetings Brace yourself for an exciting 12 week journey!
Breaking Down Barriers for Christ,
Pastor Phil Raya
Sunday, June 9, 2013 - “5 TYPES OF FOOLS” The book of Proverbs describes 5 types fools. “Foolishness is bound in the heart of the child, but the rod of correction shall drive him far from it.” Proverbs 22:15 This foolishness is found in both boys and girls until God’s wisdom wisely implemented through wise and caring, praying parents. Sunday, June 16, 2013- “HAPPY FATHER’S DAY SOLUTIONS” As we honor all Father’s, godly and hard working Dad’s will join me on stage to dialogue about real, biblical solutions that will help us raise a generation of boys and girls with bright eyes and hearts turned towards God. Invite a family who have boys and girls. Share this upcoming series with parents and grandparents who need help raising strong and godly families. Respectfully,
Pastor Sam Valverde
REMNANT NIGHT MAY 3, 2013 ROOM 210 7:30 PM
STUDENTS/YOUNG ADULTS/JOIN US
PASTOR’S THOUGHTS LIFE GROUPS
MAY 2013 LIFE GROUP LIST
BOYS & GIRLS
# LG LEADER
THEME
CITY
1 Charlie Velasco
Cycling
TBA
cvwestcoast@yahoo.com
In May and June I will be preaching about the serious challenges our sons and daughters are facing. Our girls are growing up in this sexualized, hyper-cyber spaced, obsessed and intoxicated culture. Sons are addicted to video games, lack motivation, use prescription drugs and are suffering the devaluation of masculinity. 1 Parents should be concerned!
2 Frank Salgado
Gen. Studies/ Life App.
Riverside
FDSalgado@aol.com
3 Richard Flores
“Daily Issues for a Daily God”
N. Fontana
richflores21@yahoo.com
4 Luis Gutierrez
Word Study
Loma Linda
lbg51@yahoo.com
5 Isela Freidman
Women’s Reading Group
N. Fontana
Isela_Freidman@sbcglobal.net
6 Lee Millen
Apologetics Study Group
Corona
LeeMillens@gmail.com
Sunday, May 5, 2013 - “PARENTS, WAKE UP!” Introduction to Boys and Girls. Four factors driving the new crisis for girls and four factors driving the decline of boys.
7 Noah Leon
Family Bible Studies
Riverside
NLeon524@yahoo.com
8 Roy Hernandez General Studies
Rialto
Rogo3r@aol.com
9 Wendell Wright
Riv./Mo. Valley WWright@mosssavings.com
Sunday, May, 12, 2013 - “MOM, YOUR DAUGHTER IS TOO SEXY AND TEXTY” This preaching will deal with girl’s sexual identity and her new home in the cyberbubble. Girls are trying to look sexy and attract attention at a much younger age, often leading to confused sexual identity. As she becomes hyperconnected with her peers, she becomes disconnected from herself.
General Studies
10 Steve Chaparro
General/”Forgiveness”
R. Cucamonga
SteveChaparro@gmail.com
11 Ben Medina
“Apostolic Doctrine”
Rialto
blmedina_bbom@yahoo.com
12 Julian Ojeda
Running/Walking
Corona
JulianOjeda@msn.com
13 Victor Zavala
General/”Prayer”
Fontana
casdcadewaterfilters@yahoo.com
14 Alex Santos
General Studies
Highland
AlexSantosJr4@gmail.com
15 Joel Dominguez Family Restoration
R. Cucamonga
DrJoelDominguez@gmail.com
Sunday, May 19, 2013 - “BOYS TO MEN, NOT BOYZ II MEN” What are parents to do when their sons become addicted to video games and are unmotivated to study or work. What is to be done with a lazy 5, 15 or 25 year old son?
16 Sam Valverde, Jr. Marriage & Couples
Riverside
svalverdejr@gmail.com
17 Gabriel Guerra
High Desert
gabrieljguerra@aol.com
18 Pastor Sam Valverde General Studies
Alta Loma
SamuelValverdeSr@gmail.com
Sunday, May 26, 2013 - “GIRL’S OBSESSIONS” Girls are anxious about grades, looks, clothes and food. At least one in five American girls are now deliberately harming themselves - cutting themselves with razors, burning themselves with cigarettes. Without a solid godly foundation, strong and wise parents and a strong sense of self, girls become vulnerable to obsessions.
19 Steve Rios
Life Applications
Colton
AdelineRios@aol.com
20 Esther Gudino
Running/ “Endurance”
Southgate/Downey EstherG2008@yahoo.com
Sunday, June, 2, 2013 - “THE DEVALUATION OF MASCULINITY” Shifts in popular culture have transformed the role models of manhood. Being a “real man” matters less to many boys than it did a generation or two ago. Young men who have no motivation to work or serve, have no shame in taking much and giving little, and have to be begged to clean up after themselves or take out the trash - are going to marry your daughters! continued on the next page... _________________________________________
Although I will utilize many sources in this series, I will mainly follow Dr. Leonard Sax’s books, “Girls on the Edge”, “Boy’s Adrift” and “Why Gender Matters” (New York: Basic Books) I urge parents to read these books with a critical eye. Although many of his concept are good, the reader may notice a tint of secularism and an inclination towards feminism. 1
Families
21 Dolores Marron Running/Walking
R. Cucamonga
22 Joe Alvarez
Dee@AaronMarron.com
Families
Banning
JAlvarez@tpservices.com
23 Santos Valenzuela General Studies
Murrieta
santosmv@verizon.net
24 Saul Santos
San Bernandino saulsantosjr@gmail.com
Young Couples
REMNANT YOUNG ADULTS 25 Joseph Acosta
N. Fontana
josephdavidacosta@gmail.com
26 Abraham Aguirre
S. Fontana
abrahamaguirrev11@yahoo.com
27 Kiks & Aleja Enriguez
Diamond Bar
steven0307@gmail.com
28 Mari Martinez
R. Cucamonga
curly_mari@hotmail.com
29 Matt Guerra
Victorville
m_idenity@yahoo.com
30 Aaron Gutierrez
Redlands
hersongbird@gmail.com
31 Tim & Sonia Valverde
Corona
timothy.valverde@gmail.com
PASTOR’S THOUGHTS
THE JOURNEY SCHEDULE & INFORMATION
LEVEL 1 - JOURNEY IN CHRIST
Classes are on Sundays at 9am in the Q&A Room located in the Children’s Ministry area.
SPIRITUAL RETREAT
If you or someone you know is interested in water baptism… If you are seeking a time of personal renewal and a fresh baptism of the Holy Ghost… THIS RETREAT IS THE PLACE TO BE!
I N M AY W E P RAY, A GAIN...
In this article I draw your attention to two things. First I invite you in May to pray for your children and grandchildren. Secondly, I introduce what may be one of the most important preaching series I have ever preached. I have entitled it Girls and Boys.
IN MAY WE PRAY
Let’s pray together in May. Let’s pray for our children and grandchildren. According to II Chronicles 7:14 if we do four things (humble ourselves, pray, seek God’s face and turn from wicked ways) then God will do three things (hear from heaven, forgive sin, and heal the land)
ALL WELCOME! Saturday, May 18 • 9am - 12pm • Sanctuary Please RSVP by calling church office @ 909-822-5450
I invite you to join Raquel and I in prayer in the following manner: • Every member commit to pray at least 30 minutes a day in May. • Every member make all efforts to visit the prayer room at least twice a week. • Calling all ministers and wives to prayer, Saturday, May 4, 2013, 6pm - 8pm. Goal 80 • Calling all men to prayer, Saturday, May 11, 2013, 6pm -8pm. Goal 300 • Calling all women to prayer, Saturday, May 18, 2013, 6pm - 8pm. Goal 400 • Calling all youth, juniors and children to prayer, Friday, May 24, 2013 Goal 200 and for all to be filled with the baptism of the Holy Ghost. • I invite you to pray with me in the mornings. Every day that I am in town I will be at the prayer room from 5:30am to 7:30am, Lord willing.
LEVEL 2 - ROAD TO MATURITY This 8-lesson series is designed to assist new believers to establish a healthy foundation on their road to maturity in Christ. These classes are for the following:
TRACK #1 2013 - This month classes will continue as follows: Lesson #8 The Oneness of God (B)
“And his sons went and feasted in their houses, every one his day; and sent and called for their three sisters to eat and to drink with them. And it was so, when the days of their feasting were gone about, that Job sent and sanctified them, and rose up early in the morning, and offered burnt offerings according to the number of them all: for Job said, It may be that my sons have sinned, and cursed God in their hearts. Thus did Job continually.” Job 1:4, 5
5/5 5/18 5/19 5/26
• Those who have completed the JIC classes • Those who have transferred from another church and have been baptized 18 months or less.
“Pray without ceasing...” I Thessalonians 5:17
This 5-week series of classes are designed for those who are interested in knowing more about God’s plan of salvation and seeking water baptism. TRACK #2 2013 Lesson #5 - An Encounter with God *SPIRITUAL RETREAT* see info below Baptism Forum Harvest Interviews
SENIOR PASTOR SAM VALVERDE
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Classes are on Sundays at 9:00am in Room 206 located in the Children’s Ministry area.
The purpose of these sessions is to put a hedge of protection around our children and grandchildren and pray they receive the Holy Spirit. Members and friends from both congregations are invited.
LEVEL 3 - PATH OF LIFE - Membership Values This series is designed to introduce our new believers and transferring members to Fountain of Truth Church family our beliefs, church structure and organization. These classes are for the following: • Those who have completed Level 1 & 2 classes • Transferring members who have been baptized more than 18 months and have not taken any Membership classes at FTC to date. • Anyone who has not taken the membership classes to date and want to become a full member of FTC. This month classes continue as follows: Lesson #1 - Our Apostolic Heritage/Affiliation and Church Statements Lesson #2 - Church Strategies and Finances Lesson #3 - Church Organizational Structure Lesson #4 - Apostolic Disciplines
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Classes are Tuesdays at 7:00pm in the Q&A room located in the Children’s Ministry area. For information or questions in regards to chuch membership and transfers at FTC, please see Pastor Alex Santos. Email: alexsantosjr4@gmail.com
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 in room 210. A. LG Prayer and Equipping: prayer & vision casting 8:30AM – Room 210 B. In Depth Study of God’s Word: 9:00AM – Room 210 *NOTE #1: NO BIBLE STUDY (part B) ON MOTHER’S DAY. *NOTE #2: NO BIBLE STUDY (part B) EVERY LAST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH. 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
OUR PURPOSE AS A CHURCH:
CHURCH LEADERSHIP
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SENIOR PASTOR
EACH SUNDAY
Samuel & Raquel Valverde EXECUTIVE CORE Alex Santos, Assistant Pastor/Care Pastor Abel Gonzalez, Equipping Pastor Phil Raya, Community Pastor Fernando Salgado, CLG Pastor Patrick Cisneros, Core Member Timothy Valverde, Celebration/Youth Pastor Nat Ochoa, Administrator Andrew Rodriguez, Sanctuary Director 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
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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
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INSIDE THIS EDITION: In May, WE PRAY! New Semester of Life Groups begins this month! Spiritual Retreat - Saturday, May 18, 2013 REMNANT Night
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