WHAT'S HAPPENING @ OVERLAKE
Be sure to join us this Sunday (Mother’s Day - May 11) as Pastor Mike Howerton teaches on: “Embracing the Adventures of Passionate Prayer” in part two of his new series, “Love Boat – from deck chair to deck hand.” We’ll also take some time to honor all the moms with us during each service.
Then, on Sunday, May 18 it’s “All Hands on Deck” as Pastor Mike teaches on Sacrificial Serving. Following each May 18 service, we'll have a SERVE FAIR to highlight the many SERVE opportunities OCC offers those who consider Overlake their church home. Don’t miss a Sunday!
“FAMILY CHAT” – WEDNESDAY - MAY 14, 2008
Be part of our Overlake Family Chat THIS Wednesday, May 14 at 7 pm. E-mail questions you may have to overlake@occ.org and then join us in the Main Auditorium. We’ll also be honoring 125 new OCC members* that evening, talk about recent staff changes and share about the life-changing impact OCC ministries are having in our world.
* If you’re new to OCC and have completed the steps for OCC membership, PLEASE BE WITH US
Wednesday, May 14 at 7 pm in the Main Auditorium so we may honor and welcome you.
A SPECIAL MOTHER'S DAY GIFT THAT CAN CHANGE A LIFE:
Purchase a gift card where your $25 contributes to a micro-loan for women rescued out of the sex slave industry. Visit the Mallway Registration Counter THIS Sunday. (Sponsored by Women of Purpose, a ministry of Overlake Christian Church).
WORLD CAUSE GATHERING
May’s topic: Women of Purpose/Fighting Injustice, Wednesday, May 28, 7 pm Lobby Classroom One.
Women of Purpose is a group of women of faith who join together to fight injustice in the world. Join us for inspiring stories and engage with us in practical projects, whether you have one hour to invest or 30. No child care is available but you are welcome to bring your kids. RSVP to 425-895-5902 / reach@occ.org.
BIRTH MOTHERS’ LUNCHEON:
This event honors women who've placed a child for adoption and recognizes the sacrificial love behind that decision. If that's you, this luncheon is in your honor.
Saturday May 17, 11 am - 2 pm at Special Delivery
16902 NE Woodinville/Duvall Rd.; Woodinville, WA 98072
RSVP by May 14 to Special Delivery, 425.485.3582 / specialdelivery@occ.org
This event is free and limited childcare is available. Hosted by: Special Delivery
SINGLE ADULTS (30-SOMETHING) MOVIE NIGHT:
THIS FRIDAY, May 16, from 6 - 10 pm in the Chapel it’s an Indiana Jones 2/3athon (first and third of the trilogy). Invite your friends and bring a snack to share. Come to meet new friends and join up with a Life Group. Contact Andrew, andrew@kinsman.net for additional information or call Elaine at 425.895.2427.
OVERLAKE OUTDOORS – UPCOMING OUTINGS:
- THIS Saturday, May 17 – Mt. Si Hike,
- Saturday, June 7 – Snoqualmie Falls with lunch at Snoqualmie Candy Factory (kids are welcome!)
- Every Saturday – Jogging in Bridal Trails Park
For more details or to sign-up – go to OCC.ORG and click life groups or visit www.overlakeoutdoors.com. (Elena will be at the Registration Counter NEXT Sunday.)
OCC’S WEEKDAY PRESCHOOL HAS A FEW FALL 2008 OPENINGS:
Learn more and enroll your (age three through kindergarten) child in this terrific, interactive educational environment.
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.
CELEBRATE RECOVERY (CR)
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 contact Drew in OCC's Caring Ministries.
For families in Celebrate Recovery and Tuesday night Support Groups:
A special children’s program is 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 eleven-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.
PRAY WITH OTHERS:
INTERCESSORY PRAYER:
Join other adults at 6:30 pm each Friday evening in the Main Auditorium. For more information contact Dave Peterson at 206.423.4523.
 UPCOMING EVENTS
STEVEN CURTIS CHAPMAN WITH SPECIAL GUESTS TEMPLE AND BEBO NORMAN – Saturday, May 17, 7 pm
More information coming soon on the following events:
- 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
- Amy Grant in concert Tuesday, October 28 at 7 pm*
- Matthew West in concert Saturday, November 22 at 7 pm*
- Michael W. Smith in concert Saturday, December 13 at 3 and 7 pm*
*tickets for these concerts will be available mid to late May
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