Announcements for January 29, 2012

Chinese New Year Celebration: It was like a mini World's Fair, highlighting ancient traditions and modern culture, with a message to focus on life beyond the here now. We are so blessed to have had the creativity, energy, and passion behind this unforgettable event. Thank you to everyone who came together to experience this worldwide love and joy we have in Christ.

Costumes Acquired: We are grateful for the generous response to Debbie Chieng's request for traditional Chinese clothing and other cultural items that were used in last night's event. You helped add the color and authenticity that we were so delighted to see.

Knot Your Ordinary Class: Did you get a Chinese Knot? With Ruth Wong's expertise, and all who helped tie knots, we could visualize a persistent theme throughout all the dynasties and eras: that people are always searching for something more. Praise God that we have finally found the One we can turn to.

Rwanda Trip Informational Meeting: Partnering with Hallomai International, members from NSCCC are taking a missions trip to Kigali, Rwanda this April. Everyone is invited to an informational meeting on Saturday, February 4, 12:00-2:00pm to learn about this trip and get excited for what God is doing among His precious people, who live over 7,500 miles away from us!

Service Opportunity: We need to add ushers to the rotation for our weekly worship service. God desires order and community in his worship services, and ushers play an important role in making that happen. Please see Larry Hui for more information or to sign up.

February Concert at NSCCC: We have the exciting opportunity of hosting Tim Be Told, a Contemporary Christian music group whose goal is to promote honesty, hope, redemption, and change. Their musical style incorporates elements of soul, pop, rock, gospel and blues. They are coming to our church on Saturday, February 18, as part of their national tour of churches and college campuses. This event is for our entire church, and you are highly encouraged to invite your friends. Admission is $10. It's coming up soon, so please see Mary Kay for tickets and more info.

Spring Teachers Needed: The Spring Quarter is around the corner and our Children's Ministry is still in need of several teachers. Please pray for the Lord to meet our need:
Children's Worship (9:15 am)
4- and 5-year-olds
1st - 3rd Grade
Sunday School (11:00 am)
4- and 5-year-olds
3rd - 4th Grade
5th - 6th Grade
Please see Lindsay Herman for more information or to volunteer.

Super Bowl Party! Whether you come for the game, the commercials, the food or just to hang out please join us on Sunday, February 5, at Matt and Jennie Hsieh's house. Kick off is at 5:30pm, but the doors open at 4:30pm. We will be having a potluck dinner and details of what to bring will be on an Evite. If you did not receive an Evite please contact Matt or Jennie. Yes, kids are welcome!