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PEP – People Encouraging People

January 27, 2010 By

gaube B&E By Pastor Bill Gaube

Learning to communicate never ends. Recently my wife and I had an energetic “discussion” at a check stand. I said to the puzzled clerk, “Sorry, we are still learning to communicate – we only have been married 53 years.” It was not a flippant remark, just a recognition that you have to keep working at communication.

What is the recipe for good communication? I once read: “Let your words be seasoned with love.” I Corinthians 13:4-7 shows us some basic seasonings that go into love. Here are a few:

SEASON YOUR COMMUNICATION WITH PATIENCE. We seldom get the message the first time. So react with patience – not a quick retort. One definition of patience is the capacity to not retaliate. Be willing to hear someone out and to wait till they understand you.

SEASON YOUR COMMUNICATION WITH KINDNESS. Respond in kindness to irritating and stubborn people – try not to be that way yourself. Kindness is shown physically as much as in words. Just think how your tone and facial expressions can change this statement, “Oh, its you – what do you want?”

SEASON YOUR COMMUNICATION WITH HUMILITY. Respect the other person. Try to see the situation as they do. Remember communication isn’t winning an argument, but trying to understand what each other has said.

SEASON YOUR COMMUNICATION WITH WORK. Communication is work! That is why scripture says never give up. Ask the Lord’s help – after all Jesus was and is the only one who can work this recipe. Keep a positive attitude by using large portions of faith and hope.


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PEP CLUB ACTIVITIES FOR FEBRUARY

SPECIAL BREAKFAST CLUB, 10:00 AM; THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11

Bob and Brenda Boston, Christian and Missionary Alliance workers in Paraquay will be with us. They will share from their rich experience about God’s working in this blossoming part of the world. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and interact with them. Regular PEP breakfasts continue on the other Thursdays of February. We meet at the Waffle Shop, corner Zinfandel and Folsom Blvd. Order what you like and enjoy the fellowship. We’d love to have all those 55+ join us.


POT LUCK DINNER, SUNDAY, FEB 28 after the 11:00 service in Rudat Hall

To honor George Washington’s birthday, we will have a patriotic theme. Bring a dish to share with others. These are popular times we can get to know each other better and enjoy good food. If you have any questions, contact Pastor Bill.


PLEASE NOTE:  THERE WILL BE NO OTHER FEBRUARY OUTING SINCE WE WOULD LIKE AS MANY AS POSSIBLE TO COME TO THE MISSIONS BREAKFAST.

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PEP- People Encouraging People

December 28, 2009 By

gaube B&EBy Pastor Bill Gaube

Happy New Year can have a hollow sound to it. How can we be happy with all the financial and political situations, health and family problems? Reminds me of a sign in an office: “If you can be calm around here, you must not understand our situation.”

The question really is, what do we mean by “happy?” If we mean absence of problems, blind optimism or feelings, then Happy New Year is a cynical greeting. But what does the Bible have to say about happiness? Plenty! For our thoughts, let’s look at Psalms 144:15B: “Happy indeed are those whose God is the LORD.”

The Psalm starts by describing the LORD as our rock, strength, loving, fortress, deliverer, shield and refuge. Then in light of all God wants to be to us he exclaims in verse 3, “O LORD, what are mortals that you should notice us, mere humans that you should care for us?”

The Psalmist’s mind is boggled that God would take interest in errant, rebellious and temporary humans. Yet isn’t that what the Gospel is all about? God’s grace – unmerited favor – gives us forgiveness and life in Jesus Christ. I pray that you by faith have confessed your sins and taken Christ’s forgiveness.

If we have, then Happy New Year is a statement of fact. Happy that God is stable and will be loving toward us and triumphant in the end. Happy not because our problems will melt away – let’s face it experience shows us when they do, new ones arise. No, happy because we are confident that Jesus will never leave us or forsake us.

So, with that definition of happy, I wish each and every one of you a HAPPY NEW YEAR!



PEP Activities for January

  • Breakfast Club – every Thursday at 10:00 a.m. The every Thursday format gives opportunity for more to be involved. We meet at the Waffle Shop at the corner of Zinfandel and Folsom Blvd. Order what you like and enjoy the fellowship. We’d love to have all those 55+ join us.


  • January 24, after second service we will be going out to eat at Chili’s on Zinfandel. You can order off menu. Come for a good time and get to know others better. The David and Jeanne Wright will be our hosts.

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Christmas Banquet for PEP – People Encouraging People 55+

November 23, 2009 By

Sunday, December 13 at 5:00 PM

Fabulous dinner featuring roasted turkey & ham and all the trimmings, plus delicious desserts…

We want to make this an outreach event, so start thinking of friends you can bring with you for this great evening.

hkRTbiWE WILL ENJOY THE MINISTRY OF OUR OWN ROB & MARY-JO TOWNS. When they were with us a couple of years ago, they were a joy and blessing. They will present a varied program of Christmas music. Their musical ability, sense of humor and warm hearts insure we will have a wonderful evening. There will also be a Christmas Carol Sing-Along.

ALSO BRING A SMALL GIFT for a child in our Big Kids Club child care center. Their ages range from 5 to 13 years of age. Many are from low-income families and would be blessed by your thoughtfulness. Please not wrap your gift so the staff can decide which gift is appropriate for which child.

Don’t miss the encouragement of great fellowship, food and fun.Y4pEBV

IF YOU NEED A RIDE, LET PASTOR BILL OR REVA KNOW

LOCATION: Club House of Mobil Country Park at end of Zinfandel

PARKING: Just before the entrance to the park, turn right into “In and Out Burger,” then park on left in front of the office buildings. Walk to the Security Entrance and the entrance to the clubhouse will be right ahead of you.

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A Word from Pastor Bill

November 23, 2009 By

by Pastor Bill

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Christmas reveals a God whom we can’t understand and yet is so approachable. What is more disarming than a little baby? Yet that baby was a uniquely perfect blending of God and human flesh. Frankly, my inability to fully grasp all this has bothered me, even challenged my faith. The more I discover about God, the more I see I need to learn.

Take Psalm 90 for instance. It portrays a God we live in, who is without end or beginning. He created the earth and natural cycles in all of nature. Yet they do not limit Him. He has infinite knowledge of everything and everyone. He has awesome power, fierce justice and complete purity. Yet God wants to satisfy us each day with unfailing love, give us a song of joy and purpose in life.

How can we wrap our hearts and minds around this majestic God? We can’t, on our own. That is why verses 11 and 12 tell us to submit to Him and to humbly accept His evaluation of life and us. Ask Him to teach you each day and accept His wisdom.

We find a wonderful example of this in Mary, Mother of Jesus. She followed God and yet was dumbfounded when His angel presented her with an impossible situation. Her cry echoes our response to a measureless God: “How can this be?” After more mind-boggling information, she submits and accepts God’s evaluation of her situation: “May it be unto me as you have said.”

Understand this; we do submit to someone’s understanding of us. It might be society’s, philosophy’s, or the God of the Bible’s. We are making these choices whether we realize it or not. Elijah, standing between an altar to an idol and one to God, challenged the people, “How long will you halt between two opinions?”

At Jesus birth, the angels sang of peace. Jesus said He gives us peace, “but not as the world gives.” The Apostle Paul prayed we find a peace that “passes all understanding.” That’s it friends! At the manger we submit to the invitation of a powerful, loving God who passes all understanding. And if you think about it, if we really could understand Him, would he be God?

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