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Welcome
to this week's edition of
TCFinTouch
the e-newsletter of
Trail Christian Fellowship
in Eagle Point, Oregon
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As followers of Jesus
we gather throughout the week for worship, prayer, Communion, Bible study and fellowship. Our overall mission can be summed up as:
Helping People Think Like Jesus
 This Sunday...
June 12 our Sunday Service will be held in the Worship Center from 10:00-11:30 a.m. Pastor Rick will be teaching. Programs for youth age Nursery-5th grade, Middle School and Teens meet at this same time in their respective classrooms.
 Wednesday Service
Join us next
Wednesday, June 15,
at 6:30 p.m. in the Fireside Room for our Through-the-Bible study. Pastor Kelly Nokes will be teaching from the Book of John. Programs for youth age Nursery-2 year-olds, Middle School and Teens meet at this same time in their respective classrooms.
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If you missed a service, or live out of our area, we invite you to click
HERE
to listen to our recent Sunday morning and Wednesday evening teachings for free.
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Rest
"If the day only had three more hours, I wouldn't feel so tired!" Yeah right. Do you know what I would do with those "extra" hours? I would probably over commit and cram more things to do in my never-ending schedule of responsibilities.
We live in an extremely fast paced society that breeds exhaustion and leaves us drained. The Lord offers a complete paradigm shift in our way of living. Look at what He says in Isaiah 40:28-31:
Have you not known? Have you not heard? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He does not faint or grow weary; his understanding is unsearchable. He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no might he increases strength. Even youths shall faint and be weary, and young men shall fall exhausted; but they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.
Our Lord offers strength and stamina. We as humans will grow tired and weary, but the Lord's strength never fails or falters. He offers that strength to those who wait for Him.
What does that look like in our lives today?
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Come to an end of ourselves:
Jesus does His best work when we are at the end of ourselves and are willing to let Him take it all. We have nothing to lose. We realize that we are tired, weary, burnt-out and used up, with our pride on the floor and truly at an end. When we surrender our lives to Christ we are giving God control. We can't even begin to imagine what God is willing and capable of doing with a yielded heart. His Spirit will be like the wind beneath our wings
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Trust His timing:
We are encouraged to wait on the Lord, to focus on the Father and seek His direction. When you are exhausted look around, are you in step with Him or have you attempted your own trail? Take the time to rest when He leads you to, and be renewed by His strength because of His timing.
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Be yoked with the Son:
Matthew 11:28 says, "
Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light." We are invited again to rest in God. Trusting Christ does that, He doesn't just want your labor and weariness--He wants you. Christ offers the yoke as a symbol of discipleship.
The Old and New Testament encourages us to come to an end of ourselves and trust God's strength and timing. What better teacher than Jesus? Being yoked with Him offers us peace and strength. What do we have to lose?
Pastor Garret
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Reminder: Bring the Baby Bottles Back
If you took a Baby Bottle to fill with change, please remember to turn it in by Sunday, June 19. This is the Pregnancy Center's biggest fundraiser of the year and each bottle counts. Even if the bottle is not full, please bring it back. 541.772.1921
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Night of Worship
Every third Sunday night we turn up the volume in the Worship Center for an hour of praise, worship, Communion, fellowship and enormous praise! Join us June 19 at 6:30 p.m., bring the entire family, no child care. Questions? Dakota: 541.951.1100
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|  Baptism
If you have not been Baptized you have an opportunity to partake of this sacrament. Sunday, June 26 there will a Baptism right after service in the new Baptismal behind the Church Office. Stop by the Willingheart Window and pick up a loaner CD, Steps to Baptism, or you may listen online HERE Church Office: 541.878.3501
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Outdoor Sunday Services Are Coming!
Come outside and worship with your Church Family under the open sky! This year's outdoor services are scheduled for June 26, July 31, and August 28 (weather permitting). Lunch will be served after service for a small donation. No indoor seating. If you'd like to volunteer for set up or help with the lunches, contact Jacki: 541.878.3501 or jacki@trail.org
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North Africa Trip Sharing
Pastors Rick, Chris and Kelly will be sharing photos and stories from their spring trip to North Africa and Cyprus, Sunday, June 26 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. in the Fireside Room. Please bring a dessert to share at the potluck following the presentation. No charge, no child care.
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All Church Hike
Saturday, July 2, we'll meet at TCF at 8:00 a.m. to car pool. We'll hike from Woodruff Bridge to Natural Bridge along the Rogue River trail, then back to Woodruff Bridge. It'll take about 3-4 hours round trip. If you only want to hike one way to Natural Bridge, we can have a car shuttle you back to Woodruff Bridge.
Bring snacks, water bottles, bug spray, camera, First Aid kit and comfy shoes.
This is a pretty easy to moderate hike with some minor inclines on a well-established trail system. The views are great and temperatures will be cool along the river during the early part of the day with old growth timber providing shade and the river breeze.
Questions? Call Terry Birch 541.944.3767
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Save the Date
The Ladies Camp Out will be
July 29-31 at Lake of the Woods. Space limited to 18. Signups begin
June 26, and will not be accepted sooner.
Janice Cantore: 541.727.6041.
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Apparent Project in Haiti
There will be an assortment of hand made jewelry from Haiti made by the Apparent Project at the Ladies Tea this coming Saturday. There will also be some beautiful metal art made from 55 gallon oil drums. Stop by the table in the back and take a look. Each purchase helps parents support themselves and their children. Questions? Charmaine: 541.878.3501
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Camp Mahanaim Fundraiser
Don't forget! The Camp Mahanaim Scholarship Fundraiser will be held this week,
Friday, June 10, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.- Saturday, June 11, 8 a.m. 3 p.m.
at 604 Nottingham Terrace in Eagle Point. Rain or Shine, something for everyone! All purchases help children attend camp who need some financial help. Debbie Conley: 541.261.2605.
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 Summer Camp
Sign ups for Kid's Summer Camp
close June 26.
Camp Wonder is for kids age 5-10 and is held in the Pavilion at TCF June 27-June 29.
Camp Mahanaim is for kids age 8 through 6th grade and will be held at Camp Apserkaha on Howard Prairie lake, July 8-10.
Pick up a flyer with prices and details at the Information Counter or in the Youth Center. You can download or fill out the forms online at www.trail.org, click on the rolling banner for Camp Wonder and/or Camp Mahanaim.
Debbie Conley: 541.878.3501
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Jr. High Summer Camp
August 2-7
at Creation Fest
Pick up a flyer with details and register in the Youth Center or online: www.trail.org, click on the Jr. High Camp Slide. For kids going into 7th-9th grades. Six days of camping, worship, praise and fun! Sign up by July 17 as there is limited space. Questions? Dakota: 541.951.1100
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 Dog Days means Summer Fun!
Wednesdays, May 18 - September 7, Children's Ministry features Dog Days of Summer for kids 5 years - 5th grade (6:15- 8:00 p.m.) beginning with a hot dog meal. Check-in at the Youth Center. Regular childcare for 0 - 4 years available in Room 2. Pick up a flyer at the Information Counter or in the Children's Ministry office for more details. Debbie Conley: 541.878.3501 or Debbie@trail.org
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Early birds, bring other guys (friends, neighbors and relatives) for a time of food, teaching, and fellowship. Breakfast is on a donation basis. Questions? Contact Pablito: 949.246.9615
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Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered resource for rising above life's hurts, habits and hang-ups. Through eight simple principles people will move from bondage to freedom and will experience a new joy and peace in life. Join us in the Fireside Room for open meetings every
Tuesday: Dinner is at 6 p.m. and the meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. Child care is provided. For more information contact Paige Harrison at 541.821.0459 or email
celebraterecovery Visit us on Facebook:
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Area Events & TCF Messages...
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Volunteer Host Families Needed
Christian host families are needed to open up their hearts and homes to foreign exchange students for the 2016-2017 school year through Cultural Homestay International. All students speak English. For more information please call Amanda Stebbins: 541.601.2787
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If you're looking for a way get to know people and to help those in our community, here's an excellent opportunity.
Food & Friends provides hot, nutritious meals and a friendly visit to hundreds of seniors in Jackson and Josephine counties. Through our services, homebound seniors are able to maintain their independence in the comfortable surroundings of their own homes.
The demand for meals is growing and home delivery drivers are needed in Eagle Point and White City. Deliveries are generally between 10 and noon. Mileage reimbursement is available.
For more information call Linnea at 541.734.9505 Ext. 4
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The name of the Lord is a strong tower;
The righteous runs into it and is safe.
Proverbs 18:10
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