We’re Glad You’re Here!

The reason we gather is because Jesus has invited us to come and meet with Him—through music and song, prayer, the preaching of His word, and reaching out to each other. Our passion is to bring people to the Son of God, who restores us to the image of God, so we can live to the glory of God. That image of God resides in each of us, including you. It’s our prayer that you will meet the One who can restore that image through His redeeming love.

If it’s your first time with us please…

Feel free to keep your kids with you or let them check out their age appropriate group here in the building.

Talk to a pastor if you want to pray with someone today. Remember, we also have prayer time here in the auditorium from 10:00–10:25am.

If you would like to know more about meeting Jesus, pick up a “Yes” packet from one of our pastors or at the back table in the auditorium.

Come back so we can get to know you better!

Pastor Rob Anthony

Upcoming Dates

Sunday, July 20         Mexico Mission Team Send-Off (trip dates July 23-Aug 2)

Sunday, Aug 3            Mexico Mission Team Report

Mon-Fri, Aug 4-8 Multnomah Village Basketball Camp (6-8pm, ages 6-13)

Saturday, Aug 16 Multnomah Days Parade, starts 10:00am

Fri-Sat, Aug 22-23      Portland CityFest, Luis Palau (www.portlandcityfest.com)

 

Mexico Mission Update

Thanks to all who have responded to support the Mexico Mission trip. We have had people offer supplies, prayers, money, and opportunities for students to earn additional funds! As a team we are striving to raise $50,000, and we are almost halfway there! Team members have sent out letters requesting prayer and financial support for the trip, and we're hopeful to have the remaining funds collected by the end of the month!  

Last week, we distributed brochures inviting people to participate in Mexico Challenges. These challenges are invitations for your family to experience a little more concretely what life in La Purisima is really like! We have more of these brochures available for you at the information table!  

Challenge of the week  For one day, fill up a bucket with 3 gallons of water. Have someone in your family carry this bucket 100 yards for every three gallons of water you use! This demonstrates how far the folks in La Purisima have to bring the water they use from wells to their house. The brochure provides guidelines for how much water a family uses on average in the United States. Try having family members rotate carrying the bucket for the water they use in the normal course of a day. Watch how you reduce your water consumption or get very strong arms!  As a reminder, the average La Purisima family uses 5 gallons a day.

Be ready next week to share in writing your family’s experiences with this challenge!  

Thanks for your continued prayers and support!                                                                   

Pastor Jeff Golden

 

Note for Mission Team

Remember, there will be a Mexico meeting today from 12:30 to 2:30pm at The Gate! Grab some lunch and come on over.

All Church Communion

Sunday, June 29th  at 7:00pm

Join the youth group for a refreshing, relaxing evening of communion and praise. We’ll meet at The Gate (church office) where you’ll have a chance to see our new remodel. We opened up the back area and made the front room a little more cozy. We have plenty of room now for everyone to take communion together.

 

Keep in Mind

Celebrate Recovery—Friday evenings

at The Gate (church office) 3612 SW Troy St.

Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered recovery program based on God's word. This "large umbrella" program addresses drugs, alcohol, gambling, co-dependency, eating disorders, addictive relationship issues, and emotional hurts and wounds from the past that have never healed. Please join us at 6:30pm Friday evenings for food, fellowship and understanding. For more information, feel free to call Victor at 503.522.0733.

Riversgate Youth

Tilikum Day Camp for students entering grades 1 - 6

July 14th  – July 18th

Five days of outdoor adventure:  swimming, rafting, hikes, archery, animals, bible studies. We're gearing up for a week of fun and fellowship!

Tilikum is less than a month away, so make sure you get your registration and deposit to Bethany!  For further information and registration forms, check the back table or visit www.riversgate.net. Scholarships are available.