The Messenger
A person who follows Jesus discovers the joy of giving.
Magnolia Baptist Church
"Every person a place to serve and a place to belong." May 2012
In giving, a Jesus-follower: 1) honors God by giving to the local church; 2) honors God by giving in the community outside the church; and 3) honors God through lifestyle choices—living a simple, modest lifestyle—to share with and bless others in need. The greatest work we might do in Christ and for Christ is compassionately giving through mo�vated love. “We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” Dave Ramsey, author Total Money Makeover Giving My Money Giving liberates the soul of the giver. You never walk away feeling badly. Whether through a �the, charitable contribu�on, or gi� to a friend in need, give to something for the glory of God. Not only does giving generate good feelings, but it generates contentment. Remember, no one has ever become poor by giving. Giving is one of the most important and rewarding parts of following Jesus. Other Ways to Give There are plenty of opportuni�es to volunteer at a soup kitchen or charity. You can help that single mom down the street by offering to babysit her children while she goes to night school or takes an evening to herself. You can also cook dinner for someone in your church who has lost a loved one. A person is so encouraged when he or she sees someone else being kind to them. As you learn new ways to give, you will find that money is just another way to give. The real giving comes from you. Pile up money and give away money, but don’t forget from where the real spirit of giving comes. You Will Be Fulfilled The more you give, the more you are fulfilled and the more you want to give. It’s a great cycle to be on. Giving is not a ma�er of moving money from your wallet to a charity or collec�on plate; it is a ma�er of realizing that there are others less fortunate than you and you have a genuine desire to help them. By helping someone, you give them encouragement, hope and relief. The more people you help, the more joy you will experience. That’s really what Jesus wants us to be about with all of our resources…�me, talent and money! Each person you give to produces a new story and a new thrill. It is a feeling that never grows dull. What Does the Bible Say about Giving? “Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” 2 Corinthians 9:7 “Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to do it.” Proverbs 3:27 “In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’” Acts 20:35
720 S. Magnolia Anaheim, CA 92804
The Bible has much more to say about giving, but this is a start! What about you? How has giving faithfully brought you joy in Jesus? Share your stories at www.facebook.com/magnoliabap�st. Glad to be your pastor, Jeremy
Magnolia Children
Kids Night Out
May 4th 6pm - 9pm (ages 4 years old - 6th grade) $5.00 per child 6pm - 9pm Sign up with Mr. Steve
&
Infant Care
(up to 3 years old) Free Sign up with Danna Bone
714 827-0553
Magnolia Daycare REGISTER NOW FOR SUMMER CAMP Our Summer Camp program has been used by families in West Anaheim for many years. This all day program of activities and outings not only provides child care through the summer but an opportunity for spiritual, social, physical and intellectual growth. The program begins on June 25, 2012 and ends August 24th. The weekly fee is $145 per student. There is a registration fee and some outings require an addition fee for admission.
Global
Outreach
Frontline Student Ministry
If you are about to graduate or know of someone who attends our church who is graduating from HS or College, please let us know by calling or emailing the church.
dbone@magnoliabaptist.org or 714.827.0553
WAND Western BBQ Saturday May 12th ~ 10am - 4pm is around the corner, and we want to be a presence in the children’s area. Please contact Anna Lepkowski if you’re interested in helping with set up/clean up, games, face painting, crafts or ponies. all_ski83@yahoo.com, 714-330-3778
Twila Reid Park
(On Orange past Beach Blvd.)
LAUNCH
Young Adult
Join us on Sunday, May 6th & 20th 7:00pm MBC Leuschner Hall If you are out of high school and under the age of 26 and want to stay current with the LAUNCH activities join us at the Magnolia Baptist Church College Group on Facebook.
Dick and Lea Katz Connect International England rjkatz@me.com
Dick and Lia are serving ethnic groups from around the world living in East London. This year they are spending most of their energy helping prepare local churches for ministry during the Olympics, which will be held from July 27 - August 12. The main Olympic site is in the borough that they have been working in since 1997. Please pray as they are busy focusing on organizing outreaches and training volunteers for these outreaches, which include clubs for children, sporting events for young people, community festivals for families, home stays for families of athletes, literature distribution to spectators, etc.
Anniversaries
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Ray & Jo Bicknell Rich & Lyn Lewis Tom & Carol Compher Rich & Kelly Schlegel Richard & Dianne Chapman Hank & Keiko Brand Eric & Cathy Miller Roger & Patsy Tsuda Jeremy & Corrie Bratcher Bill & Mary Samp Buck & Pam Bernier Randy & Pam Williams
Birthdays
WOMEN
praying for
WOMEN May 15th ~ 6:30pm Home of Lois Farr
Magnolia Baptist Church Saturday May 26th 7:30am Breakfast includes: Pancakes & Eggs, potatoes, beverages. Choice of sausage or bacon. $5.00 donation (new guests; breakfast is on us)
Mother’s Day Lunch Saturday, May 12th 11:30am Featuring...
King’s Men
Cappella Singing Group from Biola University
Special Pre-Sale deal on Tickets to Pageant Of The Masters
in Laguna Beach Sunday, August 19th $17.00 for information or to buy tickets contact Danna Bone. Only a few tickets left.
Sale Now:
Corrin Zug Anna Lepkowski Corey Wylde Steve Burrows Bev Dowell Joyce Boomsma Esther Smith - 90th Sean McAnally Tony Raper Joel Ramm Elizabeth Thomas Mike Barbero Debi Farris Rob Hipp Madeline Reynolds Richard Hale Emmanuel Ngige Rajane Orilla Jen Nordell Anita Riley Robert Burrows Teri Whelen Andrew McMillen JoJo Abadilla Tom Compher Eric Miller Hank Kato Tristan Bone Mike Nordell Buck Bernier Chuck Nordell Brian Lepkowski Anna Borg Maxine Dagen Salina Kennedy Karalyn Pham Nicole Francoise Jan Abadilla Phil Teague
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Men's Ministry
Women's Ministry
Please rsvp: with Dan Guerrero dan@willick.com so we can order food for everyone. Our Speaker: Pastor Jeremy Bratcher
$12.00
Proverbs 27:17 “As iron sharpens iron, So a man sharpens the countenance of his friend.”
Senior Adults
Monthly Luncheon Leuschner Hall 11:00am May 24th $3.00 Per Person Join us this month for a
Hymn Sing-along
Thursday, May 3, 2012
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