Welcome to this week's edition of TCFinTouch
The e-newsletter of Trail Christian Fellowship
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As followers of Jesus, we meet throughout the week for worship, prayer, Communion, Bible study and fellowship. Our overall mission can be summed up as:
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Come worship with us this Sunday at 10am.
Pastor Rick Booye will be teaching. Children's
and Youth ministries meet at the same time
in their respective locations.
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Join Pastor Travis Connick in the Fireside Room next Wednesday evening as we continue our study through Galatians. Service begins with worship at 6:30pm. Children's ministries are at the same time.
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Our Sunday morning service has programs for
children and youth through 12th grade.
AWANA is for kids age 3 through 6th grade.
We meet
in the Youth Center on Wednesday nights from 6:15-8pm
Nursery and Children's Program for 0-2 years old.
Middle School and High School students meet in their respective locations.
Debbie Conley (Nursery-grade 5): 541.878.3501
Nate Bailey (High School): 541.951.6952
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Missed a message, or just want to hear it again? Visit the sermon audio archive and catch up on our studies, with the most recent sermons at the top.
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Where Thinking Starts
Carl Sagan was famous for the opening lines in his highly acclaimed early 1980s scientistic video series,
Cosmos
. With stirring, almost worshipful, music in the background and dramatic scenes of ocean waves pounding majestic cliffs under crystal blue skies, Sagan himself, the urbane and erudite ambassador for Philosophical Naturalism, strolls the cliffs in his turtleneck and sport coat soberly intoning, “the universe is all there is, ever was, or ever will be.” This confident philosophical statement is, of course, not true, never has been true, and never will be true. In fact, even as Sagan and his friends were filming their paean to eternal materialism, their scientific brethren were in the process of confirming the growing consensus that the universe did indeed come into being in a very brief moment in the distant past, which implies strongly that it will be extinguished at some time in the distant future. The supposed eternality of the universe seems to have been impressively overstated.
But such are the vagaries of science when it strays into the field of philosophy. It is one thing to study the natural world, but quite another to make confident assertions regarding its origins and its destiny. Why do Philosophical Naturalist scientists insist on offering speculative opinions on the origins and destiny of our world? Probably because these are the biggest questions facing mankind. Who can blame people for wondering and offering opinions on why there is something rather than nothing, where all these things are going, the meaning of life, and what constitutes moral reality? All people, even atheist scientists (not all scientists are atheists by the way), are philosophers, or theologians, or both. But the disciplines do not automatically overlap. Science is a wonderful thing, but it does not answer any of the biggest questions of life. Measuring gravity or energy does not offer any wisdom as to how these things came into existence, or even what they are. Neither do our very accurate and impressive measurements give us the slightest hint as to why they (or we for that matter) exist.
If anything at all exists, something or some One, must have always existed. Think about it. If there ever was a time when there was really
nothing,
how could there be anything today? And if there is an Ultimate Essence, then it is either personal or impersonal. If it is impersonal (dead energy, stuff) how did it become…
us
? Consciousness, mind, personality, people, family, culture, beauty, music, love, real life. Hot cosmic rocks and the “law of gravity” could not and did not produce these. How did inanimate stuff become the sort of life capable of wondering where it came from? It makes much more sense if the Ultimate is
Personal
and created the stuff for good reasons. This is precisely what the Bible teaches when it speaks of beginnings:
In the beginning God created everything… Gen.1
In the beginning was the Word and the Word was with God and the Word was God…he created everything…John 1
And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us and we clearly saw his glory…John 1:14
We often hear confidence in God ridiculed by those who think that they themselves are cosmic accidents. One wonders how they arrived at the conclusion that He does not exist, given the presupposition that their own minds are accidents. Would you fly in a plane that was assembled by accident?
Here is a suggestion for clear thinking:
Start with God and not Stuff.
Prov.1:7
Just a Thought,
Pastor Rick
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Thank you all for being a part of TCF's 40th birthday celebration! If you were unable to attend, or would like a memento from the occasion, the 40th Anniversary documentary video will be available on DVD for a suggested donation of $4. Look for it at the WillingHeart window in the lobby this coming Sunday.
To celebrate 40 years of God's faithfulness, as well as a legacy of rich teaching history at TCF, enjoy significantly reduced pricing of our CD album teaching compilations. From journeys through entire books of the Bible, to topical series on a variety of subjects, there's something for you at up to 34% savings! Visit the WillingHeart sales counter before or after Sunday services for more details.
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Night of Illusion
Friday, February 28 from 6:30-8pm
Illusionists David and Teesha Laflin are coming to Central Medford High School (815 S. Oakdale). This event is recommended for children 4 years of age and older. No charge but donations will be accepted. Check out davidandteesha.com.
Debbie Conley: 541.261.2605
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NextGen Conference
Saturday, February 29 from 9am-2pm
Westminster Presbyterian in Medford
Rogue Valley Children's Ministry Network Annual Conference. Featuring speaker/Illusionist David Laflin. A sack lunch provided for registered guests.
CEU's available.
No child care.
Cost is $25. Register at rvcmn.org
See flyer for details.
Debbie Conley: 541.261.2605
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Great Commission Festival Dinner
Saturday, February 29 from 4-8:30pm
Hear how God is expanding His Kingdom in various parts of the world.
Doors open at 4pm for time time to visit with TCF Partners.
Dinner is from 5-6pm followed by at time to hear from our Partners.
Registration for dinner is open through today!
This registration includes the option of child care with dinner through 5th grade. Registration for the rest of the evening is open until February 29. No charge.
Sunday, March 1
“Expect great things from God. Attempt great things for God” (William Carey, 1792). Meet our Global Partners before and after service in the foyer.
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Praying the Scriptures
We meet Sundays from 8:30-9:30 a.m. in the Adult Classroom. Anyone is welcome to attend, come regularly or when you can. We read a selected passage, discuss how it teaches us to pray and then spend time praying through that selected scripture for those in need, for our community and for the nations.
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Evening Worship
Sunday, March 1
One hour of worship and Communion at 6:30pm in the Fireside Room. Child care available.
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Global Outreach Prayer
Monday, March 2 from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m.
Meet to pray for TCF supported partners and outreaches. Adult Classroom. All are welcome. No child care.
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Galatians: Paul's Manifesto
Wednesday, March 4
Join Pastor Travis on Wednesday evenings for a series through the book of Galatians.
6:30-8pm in the Fireside Room.
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Weekend to Remember Marriage Getaway at Sunriver
March 6-8
This getaway is a fabulous weekend at beautiful Sunriver resort. It'll provide encouragement, hope and practical tools to help build and grow your marriage.
$100 discount if you use group name:
TCFMarriageMinistry.
Hotel cost is separate.
Register at weekendtoremember.com
Ben and Theresa Wewerka: 541.826.7489
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Basic CPR/First Aid
Saturday, April 4
9am-2pm
The Basic CPR/First Aid 2 year card is being offered to TCF Volunteers (10 years and older) at a reduced price. This is not intended to satisfy requirements for medical professionals. Choose $25 if you want to download the book, or $35 if you would like a hard copy as well. No child care. Bring a sack lunch. Space is limited. Registration required at trail.org and closes on Sunday, March 29 or when all spaces are full.
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Baptism
Sunday, April 12 at 12pm
If you are ready to take this important step of faith, please listen to “The Obedience of Faith: Baptism", or pick up an audio CD from the Willingheart window in the foyer following any Sunday service. After a brief conversation with a TCF Pastor, you may register.
To speak with a Pastor, call the Church Office at 541.878.3501
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Mom's Group
Tuesday, March 10
Moms and moms-to-be are invited to connect with other moms and children that are in the same phase of young family life. Join us on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the school year,*
9-11am in the Youth Center Great Room. We share a brunch breakfast, teaching, and great fellowship. Children are welcome to participate, and childcare is available. Pick up a calendar in the Nursing Mom's Room.
*During the summer months, the Mom's group still meets at private homes.
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AWANA
AWANA (Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed) is a global, nonprofit ministry committed to the belief that the greatest impact for Christ starts with kids who know, love, and serve Him. AWANA is for kids age 3 through 6th grade. Register in the Sunday School foyer Sunday through Thursday, or click the link below to download documents to fill out and bring in to the Children's Ministry Office. Let us help your kids and grand-kids hide God's Word in their hearts, Wednesdays at 6:15pm.
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Wednesday evenings throughout the summer months, “Dog Days of Summer” is TCF’s ministry for children 4 years old through 5
th
grade. Food is served at 6:15pm, followed by play time, and finishing with a lesson from God’s word. This all happens thanks to the hard work and dedication of volunteers like you! From May 27 through September 2, we need cooks, playground supervisors, and crowd control. Training is provided. Whether you can sign up for just one night or all summer long, we need your help! Call Debbie at 541.261.2605 (or email
[email protected]
) to sign up for your available dates.
Note: Background checks are required for the safety of our children.
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Trail Life USA
Trail Life USA is a Christ-centered outdoor character development adventure program for boys and young men ages 5-17. TCF’s Trail Life troop meets every other Thursday from 6:30-8pm during the school year. For more information about the Trail Life USA organization, click
HERE
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- For TCF’s Troop Information, and to confirm meeting times, contact Matthew Paradela: 541.625.0359
Our next meeting is Thursday, March 5 from 6:30-8pm at TCF.
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American Heritage Girls
American Heritage Girls is a faith-based character building program for girls ages 5-18. Girls learn leadership and team building skills while growing spiritually. TCF’s AHG troop meets every other Thursday from 6:30-8pm during the school year.
- For Trail Christian Fellowship Troop information and to confirm meeting times, please call Karrie Hovis at 541.951.3135 or email [email protected]
- For more details about the American Heritage Girls organization, click HERE.
Our next meeting is
Thursday, March 5
from 6:30-8pm at TCF.
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Celebrate Recovery
Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered 12-Step program that helps participants live fuller lives by breaking the chains of addiction. Join us at 6pm every Tuesday for dinner and fellowship, followed by the meeting at 6:30. Celebrate Recovery is for any and all who struggle with addiction, abuse, hurts, habits, or hangups.
If you have questions or need child care, call Paige Winfrey 541.878.3501 or send an email to
[email protected]
. You can also keep up with Celebrate Recovery on our
Facebook
page.
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Pacific Bible College is looking for a
Spanish teacher.
541.776.9942
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Redemption Ridge is looking for Care Specialists to work directly with the girls at Grace House. This is an amazing opportunity to affect the lives of hurting teenage girls. The job is located in the upper Rogue area. For more information please call Redemption Ridge 541.816.4415 or email
[email protected]
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If you've been hunting for small group fellowship and Bible study, check our website. There's no better opportunity to reach out and connect with brothers and sisters. Pastor Travis: 541.878.3501 or [email protected]
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Thank you for visiting TCFinTouch
the weekly e-newsletter of
Trail Christian Fellowship
18881 Hwy 62
Eagle Point OR 97524
Church Office Hours:
Tuesday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
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