This year as we enter 2020 we will focus on how to build resilience and Stand Strong.  There are several ways to join in this time of prayer and fasting.

• Reading and Reflection devotional is available to guide you.
• Daily Bible reading guide.
• Wristbands to remind you.
• Daily prayer meetings, Monday to Saturday,  beginning January 6 and ending January 25, from 12 noon – 1:00 p.m. at Gateway House of Prayer you can join us in person or via live stream.

FRIDAY, January 24, 7:00 p.m.
SATURDAY, January 25, 6:00 p.m.
SUNDAY, January 26, 10:00 a.m.

Join us for our annual Prophetic Weekend with JC Alzamora and Wayne Kaufman, January 24–26. Personal prophetic ministry will be available at the end of all three services. All are welcome!

Partnering with Pastor Glory Dhas (Jesus Mercy Home Association) in Salem and Duncan & Vasanti Watkinson in Bangalore.

Focus:  Daily Medical Camps

Opportunities:  Orphanage Ministry, install clean water systems and share the Gospel in unreached villages.

Location: Bangalore and Salem

Date: January 30–February 9, 2020

Leader: Kevin Eshleman

Trip Cost: $1,600 (the visa is an additional cost of approximately $85)
** Trip cost includes transportation and travel, food, lodging, and insurance

Deposit: $100

Application Deadline: December 1, 2019

Team Size Limit: 10 people

Requirement: Application, Deposit, Passport, and attendance at pre-trip meetings on December 5, December 30, January 16, and January 20.

Bring a note, a small gift, or a nonperishable treat to drop in the boxes for our college students away from home. Boxes will be set up in the lobby the weekends of February 1&2 and February 8&9.

Help us let them know how much we care!

SATURDAY 8:00 P.M. & SUNDAY 12:00 P.M.

The Bible teaches us that even before the universe was created, God had you in mind and created you for a specific purpose.  That purpose carries with it both earthly and eternal significance.  Connections Pathway serves as a guide to help you discover your God-given uniqueness and how you can find fulfillment and purpose in life.

101–A Place to Belong-Connect to the Church

201–Planned for Purpose

301–Increasing Influence

401–Make a Difference

Connections Pathway classes will be held the first four weekends of every month, which allows you to attend whenever you’re able. While you are welcome to join us anytime, taking Connections Pathway in order enables you to get the most out of the experience.

Saturday a light snack will be served.

Sunday a light supper will be served.

Childcare is not provided for Connections Pathway during weekend services.

Interested? There’s no need to sign up. Just come join us!

In partnership with Evangelical Seminary, a series of abbreviated seminary courses are available to you right here at ECC! Invest in your spiritual enrichment and leadership development through this new discipleship opportunity!

You don’t have to do everything, just do one thing.

Whether you want to grow closer to God by connecting with people through our Connect Groups or in your relationship with Him through our Growth Groups, pick that one thing that you can do.

Click HERE to view Connect Groups.

Click HERE to view Growth Groups.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE EVENT ON FACEBOOK.

We will be studying Finding I Am by Lysa Terkeurst.

Join Lysa TerKeurst on the streets of Israel to explore the seven “I AM” statements of Jesus found in the Gospel of John. Through this interactive, in-depth study we will be trading feelings of emptiness and depletion for the fullness of knowing who Jesus is like never before. Join us on Tuesday’s at  9:30 a.m. or 6:45 p.m for this winter bible study.

If you are interested in attending, please sign up below by January 15.

https://ephratacommunity.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/332242

Workbooks cost $15 and must be purchased with registration.

Childcare provided and each child needing care should be individually registered.  No cost for childcare.

Join us for an evening of worship, prayer, and ministry.

This team will be supporting, Oscar and Sharon Perez, missionaries in Guatemala, by continuing to work on constructing their home.  We will also support Getsemanie Church and School by working alongside their ministries to school children and villages to reach out and share the gospel.

Location: San Lucas, Guatemala
Date: February 7-14, 2020
Leader: Ivan Martin
Trip Cost: $1,100 Trip cost includes transportation, travel, food, lodging and insurance (may be some extra baggage fees)

FUNDRAISING PACKET
Deposit: $100
Application Deadline: January 1 2020, APPLICATION HERE 
Requirement: Application, Deposit, Passport and attendance to pre-trip meetings on January 9 and January 30.

Creative Arts Conference with Theresa Dedmon & Bethel Team

SATURDAY 8:00 P.M. & SUNDAY 12:00 P.M.

The Bible teaches us that even before the universe was created, God had you in mind and created you for a specific purpose.  That purpose carries with it both earthly and eternal significance.  Connections Pathway serves as a guide to help you discover your God-given uniqueness and how you can find fulfillment and purpose in life.

101–A Place to Belong

201–Planned for Purpose

301–Increasing Influence

401–Make a Difference

Connections Pathway classes will be held the first four weekends of every month, which allows you to attend whenever you’re able. While you are welcome to join us anytime, taking Connections Pathway in order enables you to get the most out of the experience.

Saturday a light snack will be served.

Sunday a light supper will be served.

Childcare is not provided for Connections Pathway during weekend services.

Interested? There’s no need to sign up. Just come join us!

When: 6 p.m.

Where:  ECC New Auditorium

Why: We are in a very exciting time in the life of our congregation, and we do not want to enter into this season without seeking the Lord’s blessing in prayer.

Who: Join us as we gather to seek the Lord and his direction in prayer for our congregation and our community; for those who are part of Ephrata Community Church, and those who are not; for those who know God—to go deeper with him, and for those who do not—to learn to know him.

SATURDAY 8:00 P.M. & SUNDAY 12:00 P.M.

The Bible teaches us that even before the universe was created, God had you in mind and created you for a specific purpose.  That purpose carries with it both earthly and eternal significance.  Connections Pathway serves as a guide to help you discover your God-given uniqueness and how you can find fulfillment and purpose in life.

101–A Place to Belong

201–Planned for Purpose

301–Increasing Influence

401–Make a Difference

Connections Pathway classes will be held the first four weekends of every month, which allows you to attend whenever you’re able. While you are welcome to join us anytime, taking Connections Pathway in order enables you to get the most out of the experience.

Saturday a light snack will be served.

Sunday a light supper will be served.

Childcare is not provided for Connections Pathway during weekend services.

Interested? There’s no need to sign up. Just come join us!

SATURDAY 8:00 P.M. & SUNDAY 12:00 P.M.

The Bible teaches us that even before the universe was created, God had you in mind and created you for a specific purpose.  That purpose carries with it both earthly and eternal significance.  Connections Pathway serves as a guide to help you discover your God-given uniqueness and how you can find fulfillment and purpose in life.

101–A Place to Belong

201–Planned for Purpose

301–Increasing Influence

401–Make a Difference

Connections Pathway classes will be held the first four weekends of every month, which allows you to attend whenever you’re able. While you are welcome to join us anytime, taking Connections Pathway in order enables you to get the most out of the experience.

Saturday a light snack will be served.

Sunday a light supper will be served.

Childcare is not provided for Connections Pathway during weekend services.

Interested? There’s no need to sign up. Just come join us!

Have you completed your Connections Pathway classes (Connections 101, 201 , 301 & 401) and want to become a member of Ephrata Community Church?

(If you have not completed Connections Pathway classes they are held weekly.  If questions email connect@ephratacommunity.church.)

Connection Pathway classes will not meet in January but will restart in February and there is a one day Fast Track option available Saturday February 22. CONNECTIONS FAST TRACK INTENSIVE REGISTER HERE

You do not need to complete Connections Pathway classes to apply to become a member.

Complete the application in the back of your Connections Pathway booklet and turn it into the church office or Welcome Center by March 1.  Need a new application? Download a copy HERE.

We will then welcome our new members during our weekend services on March 21&22.

Kids Camp is a great time for kids to make friends, have fun, and go deeper with God.

AMPED: Live Fully Alive!

Jesus wants us to live our lives FULLY ALIVE because
we can believe that what He says is TRUE!

This year’s theme verse: “I have come so that they may have life. I want them to have it in the fullest possible way.” John 10:10, NIrV

Who: Grades K-4

When: June 8-10

Where: Refreshing Mountain Camp

Cost: $100 for first child and $84 for each additional child

Check back closer to the date for more information and to register.