Family Matters

February 28, 2008     

Jesus 101

WHAT'S HAPPENING @ OVERLAKE

IlluminateILLUMINATE IS GROWING to two Sunday Evening services beginning this Sunday, March 2; so that means Illuminate is now at 11 am, 5:30 pm and 7 pm every Sunday (except Easter). If you can help with greeting at Illuminate on Sunday evenings, please e-mail us. Thanks!

IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT BAPTISM: Join us THIS Wednesday, March 5, from 7 - 8:30 pm in the Lobby Classroom for a special “Baptism 101” for adults. You need to register for this class. (The next Children's baptism class for elementary-aged children will be Wednesday, March 12 at 6 pm. Sign up for that with Chandra in Children's Ministry.)

Easter

Friday March 21

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7 pm
Service at the Cross
(Child care provided for age two & under)

Saturday March 22

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9:30 am - 11:30 am
Easter Eggstravaganza
(families with children 6th grade and under)

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5:30 pm & 7 pm
Illuminate Services

EASTER SUNDAY March 23

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9 am
Celebration Service
ASL interpreted

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11 am
Illuminate Service

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10:25 am
KIDstuf
Other Easter Sunday children's programs through 6th grade available.

WASHINGTON FLOOD RELIEF: OCC is gathering a group to assist in Lewis County flood relief efforts on Saturday, March 15. If you would like to participate contact Josh McQueen, 425.284.2566.

THE NEXT PRE-MARRIAGE CLASS AT OCC: Overlake offers a pre-marriage class which is a prerequisite to be married at OCC or by an OCC Pastor. Two classes will start in March and go for eight weeks. The cost is $100 per couple. Don't hesitate; the classes are filling quickly with spring weddings on the horizon. Contact Lori at dilio@msn.com or 425.941.9180 to register and get further information.

NEW AID AND ASSISTANCE OFFERING BOXES ARE IN PLACE: There are six containers inside the Main Auditorium specifically designated for Aid and Assistance gifts. Simply drop your cash or check into the sealed containers and it will be used to help those in need at OCC and in our local community. You'll find these secure containers located at the entrances by the main elevator on both the first and second floor and toward the front of the Main Auditorium at the entrances by the platform.

PRAY FOR ISRAEL AND ALL NATIONS THIS SUNDAY: We meet the first Sunday of each month at 1 pm in room E-120. Please join us.

SHORT-TERM TEAM OPPORTUNITIES: Serve the world globally by joining a short term team this summer. Several teams are beginning their training. Click here for a complete list.

EAST ASIA TRIP MEETING – For cultural exchange/teaching English (Sept. 2008) Our first team meeting is THIS Tuesday, March 4 at 7 pm in E-132. Share your story with those who are hungry to hear about Christ's love. Give gifts of the Jesus Film, and respond to questions of faith from a generation of young adults looking for answers. Contact: Steve & Judy Leider at 425. 413.2862 / j93047@comcast.net or John & June Bingisser at 206.365.9359 / j2b2x2@comcast.net for more information.

CELEBRATE RECOVERY (CR) is a nationally recognized Christian 12-step program addressing a wide variety of fears, hurts, habits, and hang-ups that emphasizes 8 Recovery Principles based upon the Beatitudes. All who know they are hurting, weak and struggling are invited to attend each Tuesday at 7 pm in the Chapel (and join us for BBQ at 6 pm in the Lobby). For more information stop by the Mallway table on Sunday or contact Drew in OCC's Caring Ministries.

For families in Celebrate Recovery and Tuesday night Support Groups:
Beginning Tuesday, March 11, a special children’s program will be available from 6:15 – 9:15 pm while you attend CR or your Tuesday OCC Support Group meeting. For just $5 for the first child and $3 for the second child, your newborn through eight-year old will be cared for and receive dinner at the Celebrate Recovery BBQ. For more information contact Kathy in Overlake's Support Group Ministry.

UNITED WAY CAMPAIGNS: If your employer asks that you give to United Way, you CAN give to Overlake. Look for Overlake Christian Church, United Way ID # D9367770 or use EIN 910863908. Many employers may include giving to Overlake as part of their Leadership Giving recognition. Questions? 425.284.2538 / finance@occ.org.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT OCC
ACCOUNTING MANAGER:        Full-time w/benefits
FACILITIES POSITIONS:            Part-time.
Must meet qualifications and requirements outlined in job description available at OCC’s Reception office during business hours (east end of bldg.) or on OCC.ORG. Submit application and resume to Overlake’s Human Resource Department. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. No phone calls please.

UPCOMING EVENTS

More information coming soon on the following events:

  • "300" – A conference for men – May 9 & 10
  • Prince Caspian – a play based on the C.S. Lewis book – May 2 – 6 (tickets available beginning March 30)
  • High School Summer Camp - Houseboats - July 6-11
  • Vacation Bible Camp (VBC) - Sunday, July 13 - Thursday, July 17
  • Junior High Summer Camp - A Wenatchee Western - July 18-22
  • Willow Creek Leadership Summit at Overlake - Thursday & Friday - August 7 / 8

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OCC RESOURCES

Listen online or download audio/video of Overlake's services at www.occ.org. CD's of Sunday messages are available following the morning services.

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SERVE & HELP OPPORTUNITIES

MENTORS FOR 4TH GRADE POWER PARK:
We need FIVE adults to assist with activities, games and discussion each Sunday at 9 and 11 am. Choose the service that works best for you. E-mail Pastor Earl in OCC's Childrens Ministries office.

NURSERY & PRESCHOOL CLASSES ARE BOOMING!
Many new families come to Overlake each week. Help us provide a loving, Christ-like atmosphere for their children. We have these specific needs on Sundays:

  • 1 Assistant for the 3 year old class at 11 am
  • 1 Assistant for the 4 and 5 year old class at 11 am
  • 1 Assistant for the special needs class at 9 am
  • 5 Helpers needed for Nursery at 9 am
  • 10 Helpers needed for Nursery at 11 am

Contact Chandra in the Children's Ministry Office.

BUS DRIVERS NEEDED IMMEDIATELY to drive Blue Bird busses for youth camps and retreats. If you have a CDL class "B” license with a passenger endorsement or would consider getting one please contact Don Severson (425.284.2529). Overlake provides the training and practice needed and guides you every step of the way through the process. It could lead to a career change or at least give you options. Metro, school districts and other transportation companies have hired OCC-trained drivers.

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