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 10:00 a.m. Pastor Rick Booye will continue our study through Philippians. Children's and Youth ministries meet at the same time in their respective locations.
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Join us in the Fireside Room next Wednesday
night. Pastor Rick Booye will continue our study through Nehemiah
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Service begins with worship at 6:30 p.m. 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 to 8:00 p.m.
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
Dakota Lacombe (Middle School): 541.951.1100
Nate Bailey (High School): 541.951.6952
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Sunday, October 6
Pastor Rick Booye
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Wednesday, October 9
Pastor Bill Gallagher
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If you missed a service, or live out of our area, we invite you to listen to our recent teachings from Sunday mornings and Wednesday nights by clicking the link below.
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Trust
Trust is the firm belief in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of someone or something. Trust is precious and deserves our attention and care. It is easily broken and slowly rebuilt. The best thing of course is to maintain trust. We do this by being trustworthy. However, as you are well aware, we live in a fallen world and trusts are often broken at various levels and in various relationships.
Forgiveness is the first step in rebuilding trust and is often times mistaken as trust (for more on this I suggest the “Forgiveness” series by Pastor Rick available on-line or at the Willingheart window). Trust and forgiveness are truly two different things. I may forgive you for wrecking my brand-new truck but, that does not mean I’m going to trust you with the replacement! Forgiveness is granted while trust is earned.
The following article by Kyle Gabhart was written specifically toward rebuilding trust in marriages but the same principles apply to any relationship dealing with broken trust.
Eight Rules for Rebuilding Trust in Your Marriage
Many of these rules apply equally to both parties, while others are specific to the spouse that is working to rebuild the trust (the trust healer) or the spouse that is learning to trust again (the hurting spouse).
1. Be patient (
both of you) – There is no timetable for rebuilding trust. Forgiveness and trust are very personal matters and require a sufficient and unknown amount of time to accomplish. Don’t rush this process.
2. Be open (both of you) – Communicate early (before a problem can escalate) and often (as frequently as an issue occurs). Share your hearts with one another and be vulnerable in expressing your doubts and fears.
3. Be reliable (trust healer) – Under-promise and over-deliver. Don’t make hasty, unrealistic commitments. Instead, let your word be your bond and overwhelm your spouse with your consistency and predictability.
4. Be humble (trust healer) – Pride is the enemy of trust. You must empty yourself of ego and be willing to take any measures necessary to heal the brokenness (formal apologies, schedule changes, job changes, routine changes, etc.).
5. Be receptive (hurting spouse) – You must be receptive to the work that God wants to do in your heart. You also need to be open to receiving love from your spouse and accept his or her efforts to demonstrate trustworthiness.
6. Be understanding (trust healer) – Recognize that your spouse is hurt and those wounds will take time to heal. Throughout the healing process, be prepared to provide constant reassurance. Furthermore, the healing process may go in cycles. There will be good days and bad days but be compassionate and understanding throughout.
7. Be courageous (both of you) – It is tempting to give into fear and doubt, to assume that one or both of your will break the trust again. It is tempting to believe that the outlook is hopeless. Resist all of this negativity. Be optimistic and courageous.
8. Be expectant (both of you) – Expect God to reveal Himself powerfully. Put your faith in Him and expect that He will meet both of you more than half-way. You aren’t in this alone. The God of Heaven is in your corner and will bless your marriage with the peace and understanding you need to re-establish confidence.
Once trust has been broken, it is difficult – but not impossible – to restore. As Jesus said, “With God all things are possible” (Matt 19:26).
To reiterate from number 8; “you aren’t in this alone”. The best news in that regard is that the God of the universe is in your corner, it is also good news that the body of Christ is in your corner. Find a reliable, mature brother or sister in Christ, or one of the Pastors to help you through the process.
Family, friend, co-worker: Trust is foundational to any good relationship. I pray you find this useful in any endeavor to rebuild trust.
Pastor Kelly
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Mexico Outreach Information Meeting
Sunday, October 20
Anyone is welcome to attend an Information Meeting for a planned Mexico trip during Christmas week 2019. Our team will build a house and participate in outreach to the children and people of the community. 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. in the Teen Room. No sign up, just show up.
Matthew Paradela: 541.625.0359
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Partner Update
Sunday, October 20
Join us after service for partner update from Malou serving in the Dominican Republic. A light lunch will be served. No child care. No sign up, just show up.
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Evening Worship
Sunday, October 20
Join us at 6:30 p.m. in the Fireside Room for one hour of
meditative worship and Communion
. Child care available.
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GriefShare
Monday, October 21
A series on grief recovery that occurs Monday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. until December 2. Topics include: grief's journeys, challenges, coping, heaven and more. No child care and cost is $25. You're welcome to attend a class before paying to see if it's a good fit for you, but please register first.
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No Hallelujah Hoedown
TCF is not having the Hallelujah Hoedown this year.
Please check out the events hosted by other churches in the valley!
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A Closer Look into Celebrate Recovery
Sunday, November 3
If you want to know more about how the Lord can help you to overcome ANY hurts, habits and hang-ups, join us from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. in the Fireside Room to hear what CR is really all about. We'll show a brief video, share testimonies and encouragement of God's healing grace. A light lunch will be served. No child care. No sign up, just show up.
Greg and Paige Winfrey: 541.821.0459
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Global Outreach Prayer
Monday, November 4 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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Operation Christmas Child Shoe Box Drive has begun! Suggested gift lists and shoe boxes are in the foyer or see the flyer. You can bring in items for Awana kids to pack or bring your filled shoebox to TCF on or before November 10th.
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Weekend to Remember Marriage Getaway
November 22-24
The difference between a good marriage and a great one is hard work. FamilyLife’s Marriage Getaway offers couples biblical wisdom and a safe environment to work on marriage relationships.
Locations include: Portland, OR and Sacramento, CA (Nov. 22-24) but there are sites around the country.
Register at www.weekendtoremember.com. Use ‘group name’ (TCFMarriageMinistry) for a $100 discount on the conference, hotel cost is separate.
Ben and Theresa Wewerka: 541.826.7489
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Feed My Starving Children
Saturday, November 23 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
If you would like to pack food as a TCF group at First Baptist Church, Medford, please contact Debbie Conley at 541.878.3501 or [email protected]. Space is limited. You may also sign up individually for other times at rvmobilepack.com. Donations accepted, write check out to TCF and put FMSC in the memo.
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Baptism
Sunday, November 24 at 12:00 p.m.
Listen to the Baptism message (geared for ages 16 and up) at trail.org, type Baptism in the search box (link below). Speak with a Pastor, then if you are ready, please register at trail.org (link below). Church Office: 541.878.3501 or [email protected]
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Meals, Transportation and Visitation Volunteers Needed
Help for those in our congregation is needed in all these ministries.
Please contact the Church Office or speak with Pastor Kelly for details.
541.878.3501
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Mom's Group
Tuesday, October 22
Moms and moms-to-be are invited to meet the second and fourth Tuesday
of the school year
, 9:00-11:00 a.m. to connect with other moms and children that are in the same phase of young family life. We have a brunch, teaching and then great fellowship. Child care is available or you can keep your children with you if you prefer. We meet in the Youth Center Great Room. Pick up a calendar at the Information Counter or in the Nursing Mom's Room.
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Single Ladies' Dinner
Monday, October 28
The Single Ladies monthly dinner is a great time to come together with our sisters in Christ and share a home cooked meal. It's a wonderful time sharing food, fun and fellowship. Held in the Fireside Room from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Sign up at the Information Counter or in the Church Office.
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AWANA
A club whose goal is to "reach boys and girls with the Gospel of Christ and train them to serve Him". At TCF AWANA is designed for kids 3 years old up to 6th grade. We meet Sept-May (check schedule for theme nights and breaks). Go to trail.org to download a Parent Letter, Registration Form and Schedule or pick them up. There is a suggested donation to cover costs of materials but it's not mandatory to participate. Nursery and Children's Program for 0-2 years old.
Occurs in the Youth Center on Wednesdays from 6:15 to 8:00 p.m. until 5/13/2020.
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Prayer Warriors by Email
If you would like to be a regular part of praying for Children's Ministry and receive an email prayer letter periodically to keep up with what God is doing with the next generation, email [email protected] to get on the list. This will be a blind copy email and your email address will not be shared with others.
Debbie Conley: 541.878.3501
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Trail Life USA
Our next meeting is Thursday, October 24 from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. at TCF.
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American Heritage Girls
Our next meeting is Thursday, October 24 from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. at TCF.
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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 6:00 p.m. and the meeting
starts at 6:30 p.m. Child care is provided.
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For more information call
Greg and Paige Winfrey: 541.821.0459
Visit us on Facebook:
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The Pregnancy Center will be offering a very important training opportunity for individuals who would like to volunteer with us to peacefully and effectively help women and men choose life at our local abortion facilities. This is a peaceful, prayerful, law-abiding sidewalk advocacy program that will instruct volunteers how to reach a woman’s heart and redirect her to the Mobile Medical Unit and the services that help her confidently choose life.
The training includes a comprehensive 4 hour training seminar, access to a 20 video advanced training series and much more. Training will be held at THE Pregnancy Center on
Saturday, November 16 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Interested individuals are asked to please RSVP to 541.772.1921 by Thursday, November 14 at 4 p.m.
Thank you in advance for your consideration.
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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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Jackson County Good News Club
Impacting the Community for Christ
As the children return to school, we are putting together teams to share the Good News of Jesus’ love in the public schools. If you have a few hours, 1 day a week during the school year, Child Evangelism Fellowship can use you. Whether you have a passion for teaching, listening to memory verses, or just love kids and can help set up and walk the kids to club, we need you on a Good News Club team in Jackson County. Contact the Jackson County CEF office at 541.500.8880 or
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Box Tops for Education
Drop off unexpired labels at the Willingheart Window anytime. TCF labels help towards school supplies for Navajo Mission Students in Farmington, NM. Check out Boxtops4education.com for a list of participating products. Thank you for your support!
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Pacific Bible College is looking for a
Math teacher
and a
Spanish teacher.
541.776.9942
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Last chance to register is Noon on Friday November 29
You are invited to an evening of amazing redemption stories, lovely music, fun raffles, and a delicious buffet dinner. Christmas at the Ridge Dinner Extravaganza will inspire, encourage and move you.
Come hear powerful testimonies of the transformational healing taking place in the lives of young survivors of sex trafficking as they experience hope and restoration.
Redemption Ridge Executive Director Kirsten Arreguin will share the incredible successes during the last year, as well as update our supporters with developments they can expect to see in the future.
Please join us for a magical evening celebrating the real-life miracles our girls have experienced at Grace House.
Tuesday, December 3rd
5:30 - 8:00 P.M.
Grand Valley Ballroom
Rogue Valley Country Club
2660 Hillcrest Rd
Medford, OR 97504
To make your reservation visit
Seating is limited
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Connecting With The Community
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Senior and Disability Services
Jackson and Josephine Counties' governmental agency on aging (Senior and Disability Services), would appreciate your assistance to better understand what services are needed to ensure that those facing aging or disability issues – or those who are caring for someone facing these issues – are able to live where they want as independently as possible.
The survey should only take about 10 minutes of your time to complete. No identifying information is being collected and your responses are confidential. We would greatly appreciate your responses.
If you have any questions regarding the survey, or to request a paper copy of the survey along with a self-addressed, postage-paid envelope, please contact:
Berta Varble
Senior and Disability Services
Rogue Valley Council of Governments
155 N. 1
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Street
P. O. Box 3275
Central Point, OR 97502
541.423.1384
Thank you for your help so we can better serve you and our community.
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Attention all homeowners with wells:
We received a friendly reminder from Susan Baker to test annually for nitrate and
quarterly for coliform. If you have any questions please contact Susan.
Susan Baker, REHS
Drinking Water Program Coordinator
Jackson County - Environmental Public Health
140 S. Holly St., Medford Oregon 97501
Office: 541.774.7843
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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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