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My Leaders, Friends and Connections Members

We all had a great time going to Cruise Night andWatermelon Festival last weekend! Thank Frank and Maizie for bringing us to these two fantastic events.

This Saturday, we will be preping the walls atLutheran Social Service in Long Beach. So be ready to get yourself dirty. We will work in the morning then go out for lunch around noon. After lunch we will go shopping and have some fun water activities in the afternoon at Alamitos bay . So bring some spending cash and comfortable clothing to change. Interested? Please contactRichard at 626-614-7833. We will meet at FBCA for carpool and leave promptly at 9am. Here is the address in case if you want to meet us over there.1611 Pine Ave Long Beach, CA 90813

Also, I will preach again at worship center this Sunday. So to share my load, our very own Alex Liao will be speaking with us at our regular 9am bible study this Sunday. So come to support him and hear what God is doing in his life.

Lastly We will have our monthly Leadership Board meeting this Sunday after church in room #103. We will update you on Rainbow Acres, Summer beach trip and All Church Picnic at the Park.

See you all this Weekend!

James Tsang

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My Connections members, Leaders and friends, 

I hope you all had a wonderful 4th of July BBQ gathering at the church patio last friday. Again, we had a great participation and interesting discovery at theMinistry board meeting last Sunday. We took about half of our meeting to complete the survey. Here is what we have in our group- you ready for this? an evangelist (Stanley), a prophet/mind reader (Kruez), two more pastors(Maizie and Richard), and three compassionate servant (Imelda,Frank and Denny). This is amazing! a special group of people who can make a different in our world for Jesus! Friends, it's not too late to discover your God's potential gift in you. Ask me this Sunday if you are interested to take the spiritual gift inventory survey. 

By the way, Pastor Mike asked me to spearhead the All Church Picnic at the Park in September. The purpose for this fun gathering is to promote our various ministries,bible study groups, fellowships and activities during the Fall season. I am currently forming a committee to accomplish this project. Feel free to contact me if you or you know someone who may be interested to be on the committee. Currently, I am seeking volunteers to fill these positions: Park Coordinator, Registration Coordinator, Food Coordinator, Game Coordinator, Transportation Coordinator, and Set up/Clean up Coordinator. Interested? Ideas? 

Feel free to contact me at 626-716-8618 or jtstar97@hotmail.com if you or you know someone who is interested to be on the committee. 

Don't forget to join our bible study series The Story this Sunday! We will be reading the Story about Daniel and His Exile this Sunday. Let's encourage each other to follow Jesus in every area of our life begin this Sunday. The Godly inspiration begin at 9am in room#208. 

Let's continue to Serve God and Above Self. 

See you all this Sunday! 

James Tsang

Connections Weekly Newz‏

My Connections members, Leaders and friends,

The all church 4th of July Independence Day BBQ gathering is on tomorrow at our church patio begin at 6pm. Feel free to bring a friend and enjoy time with family, friends, fun and, of course, fireworks! A suggest $5.00 donation per adult.

Also, it's the first Sunday of the month. This mean our monthly Ministry board meeting is on this Sunday after service in room #103. We will take the first half of our meeting to do our spiritual inventory and then go over our summer and fall events. All members and friends of Connections are welcome!

Don't forget to join our bible study series The Story this Sunday! We will be reading the Story about The Plan of God for our life this Sunday. Let's encourage each other to follow Jesus in every area of our life begin this Sunday. The Godly inspiration begin at 9am in room#208.

Again enjoy the 3-day weekend, whether you barbecue, relax at the beach, spend time with family, or watch some fireworks. Have a happy and safe 4th of July!

Let's continue to Serve God and Above Self.

See you all this Sunday!

James Tsang

Connections Weekly Newz‏

My Connections members, Leaders and friends,

Let's continue our bible study series The Story this Sunday! Again, for those who are new to The Story, its an unique, brief and easy format to highlight the entire Bible. The Bible is filled with exciting and intense stories of love, war, birth, death and miracles. There's poetry, culture, and history and theology. Also, what I love reading the Bible is that it offers a glimpse of people in a different time and place who are yet very much like us today! We will be reading the Story about God's Messengers this Sunday. Let's encourage each other to follow Jesus in every area of our life begin this Sunday. The Godly inspiration start at 9am in room#208.

Also, can you keep these people in your prayer this week? Stanley Lenggu( Recovery from Food Poison) and Alex Liao (Travel Mercy and Safety)

Let's continue to Serve God and Above Self.

See you all this Sunday!

James Tsang

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My Connections members, Leaders and friends,

We had a great Ministry board meeting last Sunday. I was thrilled that everyone of you have shared your hearts and thoughts about our upcoming fellowship group which will begin this fall. We all agreed that there is a need for it. Also we briefly go over the role and duties for each board/committee position. I feel this board if function correctly will turn our entire Singles ministry into a powerful movement of God within and beyond the walls of our church. That being said I am praying for everyone of you to spend some time reading, praying and considering these positions for the purpose of serving God and His people. The duties for board/committee position file is attached in this email. The ministry board/committee election will take place on Sunday August 3rd. This will give you two months to prepare yourself for the service. Also one important date to put down on your calendar is the spiritual gift inventory meeting which will be held on Sunday July 6th. We will take 30 mins to do the survey and discuss our uniqueness and strengths at the meeting. This will be a fun and team building activity that you don't want to miss.

Don't forge our bible study series The Story this Sunday! Again, for those who are new to The Story, its an unique, brief and easy format to highlight the entire Bible. The Bible is filled with exciting and intense stories of love, war, birth, death and miracles. There's poetry, culture, and history and theology. Also, what I love reading the Bible is that it offers a glimpse of people in a different time and place who are yet very much like us today! We will be reading the Story of a King who had it all this Sunday. Let's encourage each other to follow Jesus in every area of our life begin this Sunday. The Godly inspiration start at 9am in room#208.

Let's continue to Serve God and Above Self.

See you all this Sunday!

James Tsang

Connections Weekly Newz‏

My Connections members, Leaders and friends,

We will continue our series The Story this Sunday! For those who are new to The Story, its an unique, brief and easy format to highlight the entire Bible. The Bible is filled with exciting and intense stories of love, war, birth, death and miracles. There's poetry, culture, and history and theology. Also, what I love reading the Bible is that it offers a glimpse of people in a different time and place who are yet very much like us today! Let's encourage each other to follow Jesus in every area of our life begin this Sunday. The Godly inspiration start at 9am in room#208.

Also, it's the first Sunday of the month. This mean our monthly Ministry board meeting is on this Sunday after service in room #103. Like I said before this meeting is open to all members. Your comments and ideas are very welcome. Let's continue to live and serve beyond ourselves for Jesus!

By the way, the Sunday Basketball outreach and College Bible Study Group leadership team have decided to take a summer break begin on June 1st this Sunday. We will let you know the start up date once we near Fall season.

Don't forget to check our upcoming social and service events below this email.

See you all this Sunday!

James Tsang

Connections Weekly Newz‏

My Connections members, Leaders and friends,

Again, The Story is on this Sunday! I am excited to share with you three lessons I've learned about the Life of David. Also study how God elevated him from a shepherd boy to become the king of Israel. The fun begin at 9am in room#208.

Also, join me with city of Alhambra(2000+) and SGV NEW GEN Rotary club for a fun Social Night at Dodger stadium? $15 for Preferred Reserve Level seating + FREE fan-voted T-shirts to first 40,000 fans. Your purchase will help support our local Little League teams. Interest? Please contact Alhambra Library at 626-570-5008 for ticket availability.

Don't forget to check our upcoming social and service events below this email.

Have a Blessed Memorial weekend!

James Tsang

Connections Weekly Newz‏

My Connections members, Leaders and friends,

Join us for our outdoor Volleyball Gathering this Saturday at Almansor Park. The fun will begin at 10am. Light snacks and drinks will be provided. Interest? please call/text Maizie Tam at 626-716-0302 for more detail.

Also, do you want to join me with city of Alhambra(2000+) and SGV NEW GEN Rotary club for a fun Social Night at Dodger stadium? $15 for Preferred Reserve Level seating + FREE fan-voted T-shirts to first 40,000 fans. Your purchase will help support our local Little League teams. Tickets are limited. Deadline to pay your ticket will be this SUNDAY. Question? please call/text me at 626-716-8618 or email at jtstar97@hotmail.com

The Story is on this Sunday! We will be studying about life of Saul and David. The fun begin at 9am in room#208.

Just a friendly reminder, it's our turn to clean up this Sunday. I will greatly appreciate if we all stay to clean up a little after refreshment.

Don't forget to check our upcoming social and service events below this email.

Hope to see you on Sunday!

James Tsang

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Good Morning Connections members, Leaders and friends,

I am back safely from Mexico feeling recharged, refreshed and renewed again. Thanks for all your prayer. I have learned so much this past weekend. Sometime God invite us to do something or go somewhere. We just needed to trust God and accept his invitation. Once you go through the process you will soon see the signs of prosperity in your life. Trust God, He know what's best for you. If you are interested to see what we did last weekend in Tecate Mexico, you can watch this short video.

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/fsv770y54dfovjt/AACC6IIc_svjyChXdvKVQgm4a/Video#lh:null-ROTARY%20CORAZON%20-%205-7-2014_2.avi

Well enough saying about trip to Mexco, big reminder to all the guys,"Mother's Day" is coming tomorrow, May 11th. I don't think there's anything moms would love more than to attend church as a family. We're going to have a special day planned during the worship service begin at 10:30am, including a special treat and honor for all mothers and women to receive a gift certificate from Fosselman ice cream.

Also, don't forget to join us for The Story this Sunday as we look at the Book of Samuel. The fun begin at 9am in room#208.

By the way, since it's mother's day tomorrow all afternoon gatherings(Basketball & College Bible study, Connections Bible Study? it's up to you Tom) will be cancelled. So you guys have a chance to take moms out for dinner.

Don't forget to check our upcoming social and service events below this email.

Have a bless Mother's Day Weekend!

James Tsang

Connections Weekly Newz‏

Hello Connections members, Leaders and friends,

CMTA is happening now at Pasadena Convention Center http://www.cmtaconvention.org/index.htm If you haven't sign up and still want to go you can check with Pastor Mike. We may still have some name tags available for you to use for this afternoon or tomorrow.

Also, join us for Bible study this Sunday as our very own Alex Liao is going to share with us his journey with Christ. The fun begin at 9am in room#208. By the way, we have prepared a farewell card for Pastor Lee as he will be officially retired this Sunday. The card will be passing around during class hour for you to sign. Please give it to Maizie Tam after you finish signing the card.

By the way, keep me and the group(15 of us from International Rotary http://www.district5300.org/ ) in your prayer as I am crossing the border to Mexico for a service project(building 4 houses) at 6am tomorrow. I won't be back till Monday night.

Don't forget to check our upcoming social and service events below this email.

Have a bless Cinco De Mayo Weekend!

James Tsang