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and a word of encouragement.

Friends,

As a kid, I loved LEGOs. Shoot, as an adult, I still do! One of my greatest joys as a dad is listening to my kids as their imaginations run wild while playing with the same bricks that I spent countless hours with growing up. There’s just something about a toy that brings together spaceships, boats, castles, and princesses all into one room. Building a quality “LEGO world” can take hours, sometimes days.

When I think about Nehemiah, and his call to rebuild Jerusalem, I picture him surveying the walls and buildings of Jerusalem with the same sort of wide-eyed look my kids have when they sort through their blocks and begin building their mini-kingdoms. Of course, his rebuilding was more daunting and had real-world implications. But, the joy and hope that came as he listened to God and rallied his community to build had to be just as palatable. It would have been contagious.

As I’ve read through Nehemiah’s story, prepping for this weekend, I can’t help but think of where we are as a church. In many ways, our Vision2020 Team is doing the same thing Nehemiah did years ago — listening to God, surveying the community, and mapping out a way forward. Is it a daunting task? YES! Is it also exciting? YES! I’m thrilled to be on this journey with you, and hope to see you Sunday morning at 9:30 and 11:15.

Grace and Peace,

Pastor Dave

April 14 - Palm Sunday

On Palm Sunday we will have one service at 10am, followed by an all-church celebration, the Fabulous Festival of Faith, which will include brunch and fun activities. We need your help! Can you bring an egg casserole for brunch? Please sign up on the Courtyard.

Women's Outing - Saturday, April 13

Norton Simon Museum, Pasadena

Women’s outings explore the wonder and joy that surround us. Our April outing will highlight artistic expression, particularly painting and sculpture. Join us on Saturday, April 13. Space is limited - sign up soon on the Courtyard or by contacting Julie Martin, extension 128 or Julie@wpcwestlake.org

Digging Deeper Questions

(March 17 Sermon, Chapter 21 of The Story)

What’s your favorite toy from childhood?
When have you had to “rebuild” something? It could be a career, a relationship, or even a structure like a house. What did you learn along the way? What was exciting about it? What was difficult?
Nehemiah waited to share the plan that God put on his heart (Nehemiah 2:11-12). Why? What should the timing around the revelation of his plan teach us?
How would you describe Nehemiah’s leadership style? What does his story teach us about leadership?
Nehemiah’s enemies try using a few different tactics to keep the people in Jerusalem from building. What are some of those tactics (Nehemiah 4, 6)? How does he respond? What does he do to stay focused on the task at hand? What are the things that distract us from following what God has for us today?

Friday, March 15

12 pm AA - Community Outreach Center

8 pm AA - Sanctuary

Saturday, March 16

8:30am AA - Community Outreach Center

10am Al-Anon - Community Outreach Center

7pm AA - Community Outreach Center

Sunday, March 17

9:30am Traditional Worship service - Sanctuary

10:30am Coffee Hour - Courtyard

11:15am Contemporary Service - Fellowship Center

12:30pm Usher/Greeter lunch - Fellowship Center

6pm SYF (High School Youth Group) - Youth Center

Monday, March 18

12 pm AA - Community Outreach Center

1pm Monday Bible Study - Library

7pm Boy Scout Troop 485 - Community Outreach Center

Tuesday, March 19

11am Staff meeting - Library

4pm Finance committee - Oakside

4:30pm Kids Fellowship Club - Fellowship Center

6pm JYF (Jr. High Youth Group) - Youth Center

7pm Small group - Library

7:30 pm Student Ministries committee - Youth Lounge; GA - Trailer

AA - Community Outreach Center

Wednesday, March 20

9:30 Koffee Klatch - Oakside

3pm Communications committee - Oakside

4:30 Worship committee - Oakside; AA - Trailer

6pm Shelter Meal and Overnight - Community Outreach Center

7 pm Women on Wednesday - Library; AA - Balcony Room; CVYO quintet - Choir Room

7:30pm CNA (High School Bible Study) - see J. R. Robertson

Thursday, March 21

2pm Conejo Valley Youth Orchestra - Fellowship Center

6:30 The Story small group - Library

7 pm AA - Community Outreach Center

7:30pm Chancel Choir - Choir Room; GA - Trailer

Friday, March 22

12 pm AA - Community Outreach Center

7pm AA - Community Outreach Center

8 pm AA - Sanctuary

Saturday, March 23

8:30am AA - Community Outreach Center

9am Westminster Free Clinic team retreat - Parkside Room

10am Al-Anon - Community Outreach Center

7pm AA - Community Outreach Center

Sunday, March 24

9:30am Traditional Worship service - Sanctuary

10:30am Coffee Hour - Courtyard

11:15am Contemporary Service - Fellowship Center

6pm SYF (High School Youth Group) - Youth Center

Sunday Morning Schedule:

9:30 Traditional Service, Sanctuary

Sunday school, Classrooms

10:30 Coffee hour, Courtyard

11:15 Contemporary Service,

Fellowship Center

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