Overlake Christian Church

A Message from Mike

Mike Friends of Overlake,

NEWS JUST RECEIVED from our from our missionaries in quake-shaken Chile. Jeff and Kathy Phillips in the Santiago area are safe, as are other members the Iberoamerican Ministries team, though some of them have lost their homes and a number of church buildings are now damaged. Despite that, IAM is working to send a relief team to the hardest-hit areas near the city of Concepción. PLEASE PRAY for Jeff and Kathy and IAM as they minister to many in Jesus name. Check out IAM online to see pictures and learn how you can help.

Now, here at home...something's happening at OCC Wednesday evening...and YOU need to be there! Our FIRST WEDNESDAY service in the Chapel is an awesome way to care for your heart (here at the front end of a new month).

Pastor Gary's teaching always takes us DEEPER (he's unpacking biblical truth surrounding the Holy Spirit this time around) and Jesus always shows up when we worship together as a church family. Oh, and a bunch of people are being baptized...something guaranteed to move you! Nursery and kids' programs are up and running through 6th grade...so DON'T MISS First Wednesday at 7 pm (March 3) in the Chapel.

...and MEN OF OVERLAKE - REGISTER NOW for EPIC! It's just days away and YOU NEED TO BE THERE! Take five minutes and jump online so we know you're coming this Friday night and Saturday morning. Joining Pastor Gary and me is Eric Bryant, a great guy, speaker and author from a the way-cool MOSAIC church community. You'll connect with other guys AND more deeply with God at EPIC...plus we've got a bunch of rockin' AFTER HOURS stuff planned for Friday night - so REGISTER NOW for EPIC!

Also, we NEED your help on behalf of some precious kids at OCC. Overlake is one of the few local churches that offers Sunday morning programs, specifically for special needs children, ages 3 - 13. If you or someone you know has specialized training and a heart to volunteer, please e-mail Karrie Wright in our Children's Ministry office. Even a few hours a month to be Jesus to these kids would be a blessing.

Hey, you know I love you...and what God's doing at OCC!

Mike Howerton
Lead Pastor

PS Don't miss this Sunday as together we FEEL THE BURN as our journey through James continues. If you missed last Sunday (or ANY message in our Body by James series), check out our OCC MEDIA Web page to stream, download, podcast (iPod & Zune!) video and/or audio of past messages.

Events // Info // And More @ OCC //

EPIC for MEN: THIS Friday Evening / Saturday Morning

GUYS! REGISTER NOW for EPIC, coming up THIS Friday evening! Youíll connect with other OCC men and more deeply with God. Joining Pastors Mike and Gary will be guest speaker/author Eric Bryant, a leader of the innovative MOSAIC church community. Friday night AFTER HOURS options include a Man Movie, Game Room, Dodge Ball in the Gym + snacks. REGISTER for EPIC now - just $25!

Women's Self Defense Clinic to Fight Human Slavery

Qualified police tactical training officers will teach you personal safety and self protection. $20 per person with all proceeds goes to Eastside Women of Purpose - helping free woman and children from human slavery. THIS Sunday, March 7, 12:30 - 2:30 pm in OCCís Gym. LEARN MORE/REGISTER now.

"TEE OFF AGAINST TRAFFICKING" Golf Tournament VIDEO

Eastside Women of Purpose hosts its third annual charity golf tournament and auction to fight human trafficking on Saturday, May 22 at The Golf Club at Echo Falls (between Woodinville and Monroe). There’s a GOLFER’S option (includes tournament, banquet, and auction / $150 until April 30th) AND a NON-GOLFER’s option (banquet and auction only / $50). Watch this VIDEO to learn more about the mission of Eastside Women of Purpose and their efforts in Thailand. Interested in becoming a sponsor or donating? Please E-mail and let us know.

AWAKE 2010: Living Significantly

Friday, April 30, 7 pm* - 9 pm through Saturday, May 1, 9:30 am - 3:30 pm Join us as we learn how to become whole, healthy, women of God, empowered to change the world and live out loud. Guest speaker Ronna Detrick and OCC's Jodie Howerton will be speaking on Living Significantly...AND there are six workshops from which to choose. LEARN MORE/REGISTER now! *Appetizers served at 6:30.

Serve The World //

SOUTH AFRICA Summer Mission Trip Info Meeting

Learn about this July 28 - August 9 SERVE THE WORLD trip to work in HIV/AIDS ravaged communities of Cape Town. We’ll serve in partnership with Living Hope - one of the largest, local church responses to HIV/AIDS in the world. Join us this Sunday, March 7 at 1 pm in Room
E-120 (red hall) for more information. E-mail Aaron Tally for more information.

Considered Adoption?

Get a clear idea of the ins-and-outs of the adoption process from OCC family members who’ve been there! Don’t miss our Adoption Awareness Evening - part of OCC’s Orphan Care initiative this coming Monday, March 8 at 7 pm in OCC’s Student Room. E-mail Neely McQueen / 425.895.5902.

OCC Prison Ministry Information Meeting

Learn more about launching a prison and jail ministry here at OCC. Join us for an informational meeting on Wednesday, March 10 at 7 pm in Room E-120 (red hall). E-mail Brent Hoiosen/360.863.6123.

INDIA Information Meeting for September Trip

Learn more about being Jesus to school children from impoverished neighborhoods during this 11-day trip to Delhi. We’ll Serve the World by teaching English and supporting the efforts of teachers in a neighborhood school. Join us Sunday, March 21, from 12:30-2:30 pm in Lobby Room 1/2 to learn more AND enjoy an authentic Indian lunch! E-mail Elaine Morse/425.895.2427.

InsideOUT Ministries Invites You to Share Jesus

Join our local prayer, evangelism, service and outreach team at our season kick-off meeting Sunday, March 14, 1 pm at OCC in room E-120 (located in the Red Hall). A light lunch will be provided. Learn about upcoming opportunities to share Jesus in our cities. Then, join us for our outreach at the Westlake Park Festival in Seattle on Saturday, April 3. E-mail InsideOUT or call Tom Sill, 206.920.2920 or Paul Sargent, 206.859.0548.

Toddler Clothing Needed at Special Delivery

Serve the World by serving single mothers. If you have toddler clothing to donate - especially 2T and 3T girls clothing - please bring to the Mallway Information Center on Sunday in bags marked “Special Delivery.”

Special Delivery Job Opening

Full-time live-in House Manager at Overlake’s Special Delivery ministry to single moms. Job description and application available at the Mallway Information Center, the Reception office and on OCC.ORG. Submit completed application with resume to OCC for consideration. No phone calls, please.

Love People // Find Healing // Learn More... //

“BIBLE for DUMMIES” Class

Okay, so YOU are NOT a dummy…but do you sometimes feel like one when you open the Bible? You’re not alone! This six week class will open your eyes to this amazing book and is taught by a variety of staff pastors and OCC volunteers. Let us know your thoughts as we work to set a class dates/times. E-mail Elaine Morse/425.895.2427.

“Divorce Care” Support Group Coming Soon to OCC

This 13-week divorce-recovery support group will be on Tuesday nights at 7 pm. Children's programs will be available for a small charge. Room and start date TBD soon. E-mail Overlake’s Care and Support ministry office to learn more or register. Divorce Recovery still meets every Monday at 7 pm in the east wing of OCC.

Biblical Counselor Training Class starts March 23

Learn how to help others by sharing biblical principles that bring lasting change in people’s lives, marriages and families. The next 10-week class begins Tuesday, March 23. Fee is $35 for text and materials. To register, e-mail Marilyn/425.895.5923.

Good Sense Budget Class starts March 9

This six-week class (from the book by Dick Towner and John Tofilon) begins Tuesday, March 9 at 7 pm in the Music Conference Room (east entrance, first floor). Learn how to prioritize financial goals, develop a spending plan and reduce expenses and debts. Cost is $10 for materials. For information and registration, e-mail Marilyn Patrick/425.895.5923.

Before You Get Married…

Attend OCC's pre-marriage class (required for couples being married at OCC or by an OCC pastor). $150 per couple for OCC members/$175 for non-members. The next eight-week session starts Friday evening, March 12 at 7 pm. To register, e-mail Lori Dilio/425.941.9180.

Prayer for Israel and All Nations this Sunday, March 7

Join us at 1 pm in room E-120 (red hall) as we lift up the nations in prayer. E-mail Dennis Katzeek for more information.

OCC Kids' Ministry //

Special Needs Sunday School Help

Overlake is one of the few local churches that offers Sunday morning programs, specifically for special needs children, ages 3 - 13. If you or someone you know has specialized training and a heart to volunteer, please contact Karrie Wright in our Children's Ministry office. Even a few hours a month to be Jesus to these kids would be a blessing. E-mail Karrie Wright/425.895.5938.

OCC PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN now registering for fall

Overlake’s awesome weekday preschool/kindergarten is now enrolling for the 2010-2011 school year. LEARN MORE/DOWNLOAD registration form. E-mail Stefani Rice/425.284.2517

OCC Children’s Ministry Collecting “LABELS FOR EDUCATION”

Please bring labels from Campbell’s products to OCC collection boxes in the Nursery and behind the Mallway Information Center. These labels will generate money for OCC craft supplies. READ complete list of participating products.

March 2, 2010